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ON THE COVER

SOUTHPORT MAGAZINE TEAM

ALAN BEASLEY

KRIS BEASLEY

Owner / Writer (910) 612-3230 alan@southportmag.com

Owner / Advertising (910) 231-6204 kris@southportmag.com

Small business owners on our cover: Rhonda Till, Gina Poppe and Jim Poppe all from Uncorked by the Sea. Mo and Deb Meehan of Lantana’s Gallery. Rick Pukenas from the Robert Ruark Inn. Gina Mee and Molly DiSabato from the Lazy Turtle. Cathy Johnston and Sharon Faw from Hearts and Sol Wellness, Inc. And our very own Kris Beasley from Southport Magazine. Special thanks to Maud and Heather from Greelands Farm.

JENNIFER BARNETT Editor (910) 264-5400 editor@southportmag.com

FEATURES

LIZ BRINKER

Lead Designer lcb.graphicdesign@gmail.com

BROOKE BEASLEY Office Assistant

2015 Gift Guide

C.R. COTHRAN Ad Designer

p. 25-30

Holiday Concerts

p. 31

INSIDE THIS ISSUE CURRENTS PATRICK McGOWAN Photographer

REBECCA JONES Writer

KATHLEEN McGOWAN Writer

LISA P. STITES Writer

EMILY KLINEFELTER Writer

NEILL CALDWELL Writer

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JEFFREY STITES Writer

LESLIE RESCHLY, BSN,RN Writer

GRACE BARBEE Intern

Holiday Kickoff.................................... 8-9 Shop ‘Til You Drop................................ 10 Holiday Boutique................................... 13 SHOWCASE John Gorka visits Southport... 14-15

HEALTH L-Tryptophan........................... 34-35

BIZ Q&A Downtown Southport Inc.............19

SCENE Chef......................................... 37-38

SAVOR Bouncing Log Cafe................. 20-21

DINING GUIDE What’s for Dinner?.................. 40-44

CHEERS Great American Beer Fest...... 22-23

CALENDAR Local Events............................ 47-52

KITCHEN Dressing vs. Stuffing.....................24

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

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

n celebration of Small Business Saturday on November 28th, we invited local business owners to gather at Greenlands Farms in Bolivia.

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It was a special evening as we gave thanks to all that support our local economy. It was a joyful gathering of friends that felt more like family. We even got to meet some of Greenlands farm’s furry residents. I, personally, have never had a glass of wine with a llama and I was thrilled!!!

John F. Kennedy said, “As we express our gratitude… we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” I like this quote; I try to keep it where I can see it all year long. Sitting around a beautifully decorated table with family and friends, talking about what we are thankful for is easy. Martha Stewart guides us each year to come up with activities and decora-

tions for just this occasion, but what about the rest of the year?

Showing gratitude is something worth doing every day.

I love November, because (for at least 30 days), thankfulness and gratitude are on everyone’s mind. No one needs reminding and fewer things tend to be taken for granted. It’s a time of year when gathering as many people as possible around the dinner table is seen as a blessing, not an inconvenience. It’s a time when we are reminded that friends are really the same as family and family is the most important thing we have. The time spent together is intentional.

Maybe because we are so busy, but mostly because we are taking the time to show them how grateful we are to have them in our lives.

I also love November because I can feel the Holiday season building like the crescendo in Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite! The streets are lively, the shops are bustling and you get this feeling like something really big is happening! This time of year your schedules are filling up and Southport Magazine is here to make sure you don’t miss anything. Look inside for events that are guaranteed to fill your holiday season with joy and don’t forget to shop local and support our local economy!

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Holiday Kick-off!

Festivities for the young and young at heart.

STORY AND PHOTO BY: JEFFREY STITES

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veryone loves summer at the Brunswick County coast. Tourists come in droves to soak up the sun and enjoy all we have to offer. But locals know Christmas at the coast is a real treat as well.

Southeastern Brunswick County goes all out for the holidays and since the festivities will have begun when our next issue hits the streets, we thought we’d run down all the activities kicking off the season the first weekend of December.

ANNUAL OAK ISLAND HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING

The Town of Oak Island kicks off its holiday offerings with the Annual Oak Island Holiday Tree Lighting at Middleton Park on December 4th.

Live entertainment begins at 5:30 pm fol-

lowed by the tree lighting at 6 pm and then the welcoming of some special visitors. This free event is sponsored by the Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department.

CHRISTMAS BY THE SEA PARADE

On Saturday, December 5 the Christmas

By The Sea Parade steps off at 2pm on Oak Island. The parade route begins at Oak Island Town Hall, 4601 E. Oak Island Drive and ends at 8901 E. Oak Island Drive. The parade showcases the businesses and organizations in our community with a hometown feel that makes it a favorite event of

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Floats will be judged separately on color, theme, overall beauty and originality. An Overall Judges Award will be given, as well as 1st and 2nd place awards in the following categories: Group/Club/Non Profit, For Profit and Golf Cart Division. Judging will begin at 12pm. For a parade application contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, 4433 Long Beach Road, SE, Southport, NC 28461. (910)4576964. www.southport-oakisland.com

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING

Boiling Spring Lakes joins in the festivities with their Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 5th, at Boiling Spring Lakes City Hall from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Tree Lighting will take place at 6:15 pm, but the event will also include visits with Santa, hot chocolate, cookie decorating, music and singing. The event is hosted by the BSL Special Events Committee. For More Information please contact Michelle at (910) 367-9015.

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Up the road a piece at the Battleship USS North Carolina Memorial, but worth the trip, you’ll find A Very Merry Showboat on Saturday, December 5th from 10:00 am -12:00 pm and 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. Free with Battleship Admission.

Enjoy a new holiday tradition! Kids can fly a flag (US or NC) with Santa- then Santa and the Battleship’s captain will sign your certificate of authenticity. Type your Christmas wish list on a vintage typewriter using authentic WWII USS NORTH CAROLINA radio message paper, call the North Pole in the Battleship’s main radio room, see Santa’s

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CHANUKKAH MENORAH LIGHTING

Finish off your weekend celebrating Oak Island’s Fifth Annual Chanukkah Menorah Lighting at Middleton Park on Sunday, December 6th at 4 pm. Great music and community will fill Oak Island’s Middleton Park on this magical night! Rabbi Paul Sidlofsky, from the Temple of Israel, will again lead in prayer as the holiday’s first candles are lit.

Favorite Chanukkah foods and donations are always welcomed and help to keep this event going each year. Contact liz.saller@ yahoo.com for more information.

This is just the start of the local festivities. Be sure to pick up the December Southport Magazine for details on all the rest of the holiday happenings!

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Beginning Thursday, December 3 and continuing December 4-6 and December 10, 12 and 13, the historic Amuzu Theatre presents Christmas at the Amuzu 2015, featuring Rockette-style tappers and a wide variety of musical numbers.

SEA NOTES CHORAL SOCIETY CONCERT

Sea Notes Choral Society 2015 Holiday Concert “The Joys of the Christmas Season” will be held on Saturday, December 5th at 7:30pm and Sunday December 6th at 3pm at BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium, Hwy. 17 in Supply.

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Shop ‘Til You Drop

The 24th annual Holly Days Arts and Craft Show has something for everyone BY: JENNIFER BARNETT

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veryone loves a good craft show! There is something very special about giving a homemade gift for the holidays, but we weren’t all born with the talent to pull it off.

Come in for Holiday Savings all throughout the store.

That is why we are so fortunate to have so many creative people in our area that have been busy all year preparing for this season. Thanks to the Bellamy Group of Southport Baptist Church, the Southport City Gym at E. West Street and Atlantic Avenue, on November 7th, is the place to go.

The Holly Days Arts and Craft Show has been an annual event in our area for 24 years. When it began it was just a small group of local crafters, but it has grown to Approximately 60 vendors, including some from surrounding states that make regular appearances each year. Many of the popular vendors from last year will be returning this year. Picture a sampling of all different types of creations from woodworking to

Christmas décor, jewelry to photography.

There is something for everyone on your list.

As you can imagine it is no easy feat to put together a large event, especially during this time of year! So to handle the load of a craft show in November, the committee begins as early as April. Sending applications to the previous year’s vendors and planning the signs is just the beginning. There is advertising to start and preparations to be made for the concession booth that they sponsor during the event. There is no detail overlooked.

According to Barbara Vice, the event coordinator, “We have a wonderful group of ladies who work diligently throughout the event to assure the success of the day.” It is an important event for the group as the proceeds from the booth rentals are used to help fund local and international missions.

So if you are looking for a unique gift for that special person on your list, drop by the Southport City Gym on the 7th .

I’m sure you will find several things to fit the bill! Take your time and make it a day of browsing. There will be plenty of treasures to see and the ladies of the Bellamy Group will have treats at the concession stand to help you keep up your energy so you can shop ‘til you drop!!

For any questions, contact Barbara Vice at 910-457-4365.

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Holiday Boutique

A Holiday Tradition Celebrating the Joy of the Happiest Town

Awesome Views in Southport!

BY FJ HARMON

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ll the Artisans from St. James are as excited as elves on Christmas Eve to share, once again, their spectacular new creations at the sixteenth Holiday Boutique in Southport, the happiest seaside town.

Festive inspiration and unprecedented shopping value will begin at the enchanting Southport Community Building, 223 East Bay Street, Southport, NC, beginning at 9:00 am thru 4:00 pm on Friday, November 13, and continuing on Saturday November 14, 9:00 am thru 4:00 pm. Each day the Boutique will offer the fun of shopping or simply browsing hundreds of exquisitely crafted creations from over sixty Artisans with nine participants offering their creations at the boutique for the first time.

The Holiday Boutique actually began eighteen years ago to raise art awareness and funds in support of art students and art teachers in Brunswick County, and this remains the central purpose for this event today. The St. James Artisans have their roots in an organization founded by Barbara Brewer in 1997, who was accustomed to turning her home into a beautifully decorated holiday shop. When she moved to St. James, she continued her habit and gathered other talented Artisans to join her in her holiday celebration of art.

This Holiday Boutique tradition continues at the scenic Community Building, where in a finely orchestrated three-hour transformation, devoted Artisans work their magic converting the Community Building into a festive department store boutique, filling the room with exquisite art, decorations, and gifts.

The art on display by our award winning Artisans captures the local charm and beauty of our coastal setting, flora, and fauna in original paintings of every medium. Prints will also be available. In addition, you will discover in spectacular high-resolution photography, breath taking panoramic seascapes, flower, and fowl, up close and stunning.

Decorations to complete your holiday joy will be abundant, festive household decorations, colorful wreaths, charming runners, and strikingly beautiful stained glass of superb design.

For gifting to all your special love ones, you will find jewelry unique as it is charming; knitted and crocheted items, whimsical and practical; shawls, scarfs, mittens, and hats; remarkable scented candles, soaps, and many, many more items will be available for purchase.

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However, let’s not forget our driving purpose to raise awareness of the importance of the arts. The Artisans will be raffling beautifully fashioned baskets of art and craft items. All proceeds will be used for Brunswick County art teacher grants and student scholarships.

In addition, if you are unsure of a choice, there will be shopping assistants on the floor to assist you with your selection or any questions you might have.

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SHOWCASE Finding His True Voice

American Folk Musician John Gorka Visits Southport STORY BY: KATHLEEN McGOWAN

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n the early days, John Gorka studied Philosophy and History at Moravian College in eastern Pennsylvania. It was there, in Bethlehem, where he discovered Godfrey Daniels coffeehouse.

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The coffeehouse was one of the oldest and most revered music institutions in Bethlehem, and has long been a hangout for music lovers and budding musicians.

Originally from New Jersey, John Gorka, is a Contemporary American folk musician which, in 1991, Rolling Stone magazine called “the preeminent male singer-songwriter of what has been dubbed the New Folk Movement.” “The people who inspire me are the ones who have done more with less, and have gone farther, with more in their way” said Gorka It wasn’t long before Gorka was living in the club’s basement and working as a host and soundman when he crossed paths with legendary folk musicians like Claudia Schmidt, Stan Rogers, Tom Paxton and Eric Andersen. Their style of folk-inspired acoustic music impressed him and before long he was performing his own songs as an opener for acts passing through. Soon Gorka started traveling to New York City and was inspired by the area’s historical culture as a breeding ground for many

leading singers and songwriters.

In 1984, Gorka was one of six winners in the New Folk competition at the Kerrville Folk Festival and his original songwriting skills began turning heads. Since then he has regularly toured Europe and North America.

Red House Records recognized John’s talents in 1987, and released his first album, I Know, and he never slowed down.

He signed with High Street Records in 1989 and went on to record five albums with High Street over the next seven years while touring about 150 nights a year.

His rich adaptable songs and dry sense of humor have gained popularity and respect from audiences and critics across the country and in Europe. His tours led him through Italy, Belgium, Scotland, Ireland, Holland, Switzerland and Germany.

Before long he was touring with notable friends like Nanci Griffith and Mary Chapin Carpenter and the video for his single “When She Kisses Me” became a regular on VH-1’s “Current Country,” on CMT and

SHOWCASE the Nashville Network. nupbrunswickcounty.com.

In 1998, after five successful recordAs a pre-season event, all proceeds will ings, John decided to return to his musical benefit The Music Maker Relief Foundaroots at Red House where he released his tion; a 501c3 non-profit, founded to pre11th studio album So Dark You See. And serve the musical traditions of the South it’s proven to be his most compelling and by directly supporting the musicians who traditional album to date. make it, ensuring their voices will not be Gorka has appeared with Suzanne Vega, silenced by poverty and time. Music Maker Shawn Colvin, Michael Manring, Christine will give future generations access to their Lavin and Dave Van Ronk just to name a heritage through documentation and perfew and his songs have been recorded formance programs that build knowledge and/or performed by Mary Chapin Car- and appreciation of America’s musical trapenter, Nanci Griffith, ditions. Find out more Mary Black and Mauabout Music Maker at ra O’Connell. He has www.musicmaker.org Gorka started graced the stage of “John is a remarkAustin City Limits, NPR’s able, world-renowned traveling to New York Mountain Stage and has singer/songwriter and appeared on CNN. storyteller. We hope he City and was inspired will perform his song, In March 2014, Gorka released the acous“I’m from New Jersey.” tic CD, Bright Side of by the area’s historical All of you with Jersey Down containing 12 roots and/or connecbeautiful songs with tions will certainly enjoy culture as a breeding guest appearances by it.” remarked Jeannie Eliza Gilkyson, Lucy KaDufour, President, Listen plinsky, Claudia Schmidt ground for many leading Up Brunswick County. and Michael Johnson.

Please save the date, The collection echoes singers and songwriters. check out John’s biwith his classic sound ography and listen to and passionate wisdom a song or two at www. that has earned him generations of faithful johngorka.com. fans.

My personal favorite is Aging GracefulWith that said, Listen Up Brunswick ly, which he says he wanted to be nonficCounty has been trying to book the in- tion, as he croons about growing old. comparable John Gorka since their first People my age / Have started looking season began. His availability is very lim- gross / I cannot say all / And I shouldn’t say ited so, this event is a special pre-season most / I’ve seen ‘em in the grocery / I’ve show to be held at the Southport Senior seen ‘em up close / And People my age / Center on Sunday November 15th at 7:00 Have started looking gross - John Gorka, PM. The regular season starts in January. from Aging Gracefully Listen Up Brunswick County is a Check out John Gorka on Sunday, Nonon-profit organization bringing Amer- vember 15TH at 7:00 p.m. at the Southicana Artists to Brunswick County while port Senior Center, 1513 N Howe Street, promoting good works in Brunswick Suite 3 in Southport. Tickets are $24.00 County – GOOD MUSIC / GOOD DEEDS. and available at Cattail Cottage and The Each season the net proceeds are donat- Fuzzy Peach. Doors open at 6:30 Beer & ed to a special organization that provides wine available for purchase before and direct services to Brunswick County resi- during show. dents in need. Look them up at www.liste-

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Volunteers Making a Difference!

Preserving the heritage and charm of Southport.

STORY AND PICTURES BY: KRIS BEASLEY

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hroughout the year, the hard working volunteers of Downtown Southport, Inc. (DSI) meet monthly to spearhead many events and projects in the Southport area. Their time is donated but their actions are priceless! Meet the members of the DSI Board and learn what they’ve got cooking for fine citizens and merchants of Southport! And if you are not a member, you are missing out!

Q: Tell us about Downtown Southport, Q: Inc. Who founded it and why

A:

For several years there was a Merchant Association in Southport. In 2006, several of the board members of the Merchant’s Association met with Randy Jones (Department Director of Tourism for the City of Southport) and discussed partnering to organize a joint non-profit organization. From this grass roots committee, which also consisted of community leaders, Downtown Southport Inc. (DSI) was established. In the beginning, Downtown Southport Inc. had a paid part-time Executive Director in order to qualify to be members of “Main Street”, a National organization and to organize the different activities that Downtown Southport Inc. was involved.

In 2011, it was realized by the Downtown Southport Board of Directors that there were not enough funds to support a paid position and pursue the Mission of Downtown Southport Inc. It was at this time that Downtown Southport, Inc. (DSI) became a solely volunteer organization. The Board of Directors consists of 11 community and business members.

Q: What is your Mission?

A:

Downtown Southport, Inc. (DSI) is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization. It is dedicated to preserving the heritage and charm of Southport. We encourage and support preservation projects, cultural activities, educational programs, tourism, as well as, economic growth in the downtown area, making downtown Southport a vital, vibrant, year-round community for citizens and guests.

Can anyone join DSI? Is it only for businesses?

A:

DSI welcomes anyone who supports and believes in the mission of DSI. Our members consist of Businesses: Retail, Food and Lodging, as well as Services, Individuals and Not-for-Profit organizations.

This year, DSI has increased its membership by 20%. Membership is $25/year.

Q: Tell us about your annual events?

A: DSI sponsors the following: South-

port Spring Festival (co-sponsored with the Southport/Oak Island Kiwanis Club), Southport Waterfront Market, Southport Garden Tour (co-sponsored with the Southport Garden Club), Southport Kiosk/ Wayfinding Signs (working closely with the City of Southport), Southport Trolley (co-sponsored with Southport merchants), Winter Craft Festival and the Southport Christmas Flotilla (co-sponsored with the Cape Fear Yacht Club).

Q: Please explain some of the past projects that DSI has been responsible for?

A:

Since 2012, DSI has contributed over $60,000 to projects for Southport. These include: Donations to: • Southport Beautification Committee (2012 financial donation and financial contribution to Christmas wreath campaign 2015) • Parks and Recreation (2013, 2014, 2015) • War of 1812 (2013) • Pyrate Festival (2013) • 4th of July Naturalization Ceremony (2013, 2014)

Left to Right / Front Row: Peggy Popelars/DSI President, Jeanne Potter, Marion Martin, Dottie Nixa/DSI Secretary Left to Right / Back Row: Linda Pukenas, Paul Fisher, Karen Rife. Marketing Chair, Stuart Callari, Joe Pat Hatem / DSITreasurer, Tish Hatem /> DSI Vice President. Board Member not pictured: Debbie Evans

• Southport Garden Club – Garden Tour (2014) • Shop Local Project / Signs and advertising (2013) • Partnered with the City of Southport with funding, creation and printing of the new City Walking maps (2013, 2014) • Southport Trolley Project (2014) • North Carolina Friends of the Maritime Museum in Southport (NCFOM building campaign 2015) • Project chair and major contributor: Southport Kiosk/Wayfinding signs

Q:

Do you have any specific goals for 2016?

A:

DSI has several projects under consideration and are partnering with other not-for-profit organizations in Southport in order to continue to promote events that support the mission of Downtown Southport, Inc: • Increase membership to further engage businesses and individuals supporting our mission • Continue to partner with the City of Southport, Businesses and Individuals • Encourage the greater community to connect with DSI through our website for information about our merchant members and Southport

Q: How has Downtown Southport, Inc. supported the businesses of Southport?

A: Through sponsoring efforts: The campaign to support local business – “Shop and Dine Local”, City of Southport Walking maps, Kiosk/Wayfinding signs, Southport Trolley, offering our members a link on our web site, Facebook and promotion of events through our monthly newsletter as well as promotional table at special events.

Q: Where does your (Downtown Southport, Inc. – DSI) funding come from?

A:

Downtown Southport, Inc. (DSI) is a not-for-profit organization and operates independently of the City of Southport.

Our funds are raised through our Festivals, Waterfront Market, private donations and membership dues

Q. How can someone reach DSI? A: Web site: DowntownSouthport.org

Email: downtown_inc@southportnc.org Facebook: Downtown Southport, Inc. Phone: 910-279-4616

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Hungry?

Bounce into the Bouncing Log Café STORY AND PHOTO BY: REBECCA JONES

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f you are hungry for down home southern cooking with a European flair, head down to one of the newest eateries in Boiling Spring Lakes. spired her to take the next step towards the restaurant venture—baking is in her genes.

These days Jackie gets up at 6:00 a.m. to start the day’s baking at the restaurant.

All the burgers and sandwiches are served on homemade European artisan breads.

“Served on crusty European breads with no preservatives added says Jackie.

The artisan breads and buns compliment the gourmet menu and fresh ingredients.

“We are big on serving fresh Jackie and Loyd Tyler, Owners of Bouncing Log Cafe. unadulterated food,” stresses Loyd. “The burgers are certified angus beef, a butcher’s Opened in July of 2015 at 3148 George blend of sirloin steak and ground chuck.”

There are 6 specialty steak burgers 11 Highway, the Bouncing Log Cafe is the creation of husband and wife, Loyd and served with tater tots on the menu, including a Build Your Steak Burger. Some Jackie Tyler.

The cafe reflects the personalities of of the cheese choices available are Swiss both a marriage of cultures and cuisines: (Jarlesburg), Gruyere and gorgonzola; Loyd is from Greenville, NC, home of other toppings include fried egg, avocaeastern style BBQ, and Jackie is of Swiss do, maple rum BBQ sauce, pineapple badissent, having spent many years in Ge- con relish and the homemade specialty: neva, Switzerland. The culmination being log sauce. “No way to explain it, but to try the Bouncing Log Cafe, ”Where Southern it” says both Jackie and Loyd.

Indeed, it’s a creamy dipping sauce with meets Swiss” explains Loyd.

There is a telltale small Swiss cross in a touch of sweet, that goes nicely with the the logo that gives the first hint of Jackies crunch of the baked tater tots.

Everything goes better with tots asthe European roots. With a nod towards local heritage, the Bouncing Log Cafe is named eatery also serves sandwiches with a side after, “The spring that feeds the big lake,” of tater tots. The Yard Bird-n-tots, is a [in Boiling Spring Lakes], explains Loyd, seasoned chicken breast, provolone, fire “It was known as ‘bouncing log spring’- roasted red bell pepper with an olive muflegend has it-the name came from Native falata aioli.

The number one sandwich seller has Americans after a petrified log continuousbeen the King George-n-tots, said the Tyly rolled and bubbled in the spring.”

The Tyler’s brought both of their back- ler’s. “It’s a quarter pound, house made, grounds and skill sets to forge their mom crab cake made with Maryland Blue Crab and pop endeavor. Loyd is retired mid-lev- topped with lettuce, tomato and srirael corporate and Jackie is a former head cha-mayo.”

Another house favorite is the Heaven in baker, as well as being brought up Swiss.

“The culture is to making everything at a Bun-n-tots which is a hot ham and melthome” she explains. Big on entertaining ed provolone with Dijon mustard. Or, as at home, friends and family always compli- Loyd, describes it with a grin, “A hot ham mented her baking skills which in part in- and cheese on steroids.”

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Try the King George or one of the 6 specialty steak burgers, and don’t forget the special log sauce.

If you are in the mood for a salad, try the Swiss salad, with strawberries, apples, manchego cheese and a house made Swiss vinaigrette, or a Garden Salad, with baby Bella mushrooms, sweet green peas, sharp cheddar and croutons. Chicken breast, sautéed shrimp and fish of the day can be added to any salads.

Kids will enjoy the L’il logger, a menu for the kids 8 and under served with tater tots and homemade dessert.

In addition to the menu items, the Bouncing Log Cafe features a Meal of the Day. On the day I visited, the feature was meatloaf with gravy, made Swiss style, with thick homemade wine and cream gravy.

The plate comes with your choice of 2 sides: coriander candied carrots, boiled potatoes, or field peas. The peas are local dry beans from Bear Branch Milling here in Brunswick County.

Another daily special is Jackie’s specialty, Knopfli. Knopfli is a Swiss dish of homemade pasta. It is small dime-sized pasta, with creamy cheese sauce gravy.

Most of the diners highly recommend getting a dessert. Fresh baked desserts, depending on the day, include cupcakes, cookies, and cinnamon rolls. Jackie makes her own brown sugar with real molasses as

well as fresh baked bread and bread rolls.

Call in orders can be made for cakes.

The eatery will be closed on Thanksgiving, but will serve traditional hot plates with turkey and ham and all the trimmings including a homemade cranberry sauce, during the days surrounding the holiday.

The Bouncing Log Cafe is a true Mom and Pop. Their daughter Corrine, a student at the Early College at BCC helps out on weekends, and their son, four year old Scott, is content playing with his assortment of Legos.

To stay in contact and connect with their regular customers, The Bouncing Log Cafe offers a rewards program with discounts.

“It offers a huge benefit to our regular customers,” says Loyd.

“We are enjoying the challenges and pleasantly surprised by the number of word of mouth customers, some that make the trip from Wilmington for the Swiss influenced recipes.” boasts the Tylers.

Jackie and Loyd work side by side, their enthusiasm for what they are doing is palpable as they discuss the menu, bouncing ideas off each other: family meals to go, ingredients, features, desserts; all tasty morsels of what’s in the works as the Bouncing Log Cafe continues to roll thru its first year.

The Bouncing Log is open Tuesday-Saturday 11am -8pm Facebook page: bouncing log cafe Bouncinglogcafe.com 910-477-3188

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North Carolina breweries made a showing at The Great American Beer Festival

BY CANDACE AND JIM HOBBS, OWNERS – THE GRAPE & ALE, OAK ISLAND, NC

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f you don’t have The Great American Beer Festival on your personal bucket list, think about making it a priority. This year’s 2015 event in Denver, Colorado was an epic event that included 746 breweries and brewpubs, of those, 12 were from North Carolina.

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Needless to say, one night will not allow you to make even a dent in visiting participating brewers, and imagine that each one has three to five different recipes to taste.

It was quite overwhelming. Ushers were handing out maps of the convention center upon entry and we immediately formed our plan of attack. After all, we had just a one day pass and we had a lot of beer to taste in a mere 4-1/2 hours.

We made sure that we visited all of the North Carolina entries, even though only three of the 12 distribute to Eastern North Carolina. It was fun seeing our niece, Liz Nance, Vice President of Marketing at Nantahala Brewing Company in Bryson City, North Carolina. Our son had not met

his cousin-in-law so it was a double treat for them to finally make acquaintance.

High on our list of must do’s while there was to visit those companies represented whose product we sell at The Grape & Ale. We wanted to meet the faces behind the beers as well as pick up a little beer swag (and we did) along the way.

We couldn’t pass up checking out the booths of consistent award and medal winners whose production capacity has not grown to stretch to NC such as Russian River (Pliney the Elder), Firestone Walker, Odell Brewing, Deschutes, and Clown Shoes just to name a few. There was typically a line in front of each of these booths waiting to get a taste of the golden nectar.

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KITCHEN

Stuffing vs. Dressing!

Discovering the secrets behind the debate of the ages!

STORY BY: KRIS BEASLEY

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grew up in Vienna, Virginia, a suburb of Washington, DC. From the time I can remember, Thanksgiving was always my favorite meal.

BARBARA ADAMS’ STUFFING Here is what I remember about preparing a stuffed turkey for Thanksgiving. I I have no idea about exact measurements of the ingredients because it was all about what my mouth told me after each addition. I tasted the raw stuffing constantly until I said Aaaaah!

That’s right on!

Even sitting at the card table, I felt like a queen with my plate piled high with everything from juicy turkey to stuffing!

There - I said it! Stuffing! Yes, I grew up with stuffing.

Small cubes of bread mixed with celery and onions and seasoned perfectly with chicken broth and herbs. My mother, Barbara Adams makes the best. And she would make wet and dry stuffing. The wet would be stuffed in the turkey and baked right along with and then scooped out and served as wet. The dry (which was always my favorite) was placed in a shallow pan and baked and served as dry. I would love to ladle my mom’s homemade gravy (another one of her specialties) over the crispy stuffing, next to the mashed potatoes with the melted butter lagoon in the center. Oh my, I am drooling!

Many years later I married a Southern Boy and experienced dressing for the first time. I can still remember the day I ate it for the first time, at his family farm in Loris, South Carolina. The table was packed with all the usual Thanksgiving fare - including dressing, a solid bread like consistency that was scooped out with a spoon. What was this foreign substance? I served myself a spoonful and was pleasantly surprised - it was delicious. It was light, moist and flavorful. The flavor was similar to the stuffing I knew, but the consistency was different.

Now, after 21 years of marriage, I have grown to love both stuffing and dressing alike! I reached out to both of my Moms - Barbara Adams and June Beasley to get their recipes to share. Whether you are a stuffing fan or a dressing fan, I think you will find both these recipes will not disappoint!

INGREDIENTS • 1 18-20 lb. Turkey • Dry bread cubes in a bag, or day old or more sliced bread cubed. Amount depends on how many are eating.

Guesstimate would be 2 Cups per person.

• 1 or 2 onions roughly chopped • 1 bunch of celery, including green leaves, roughly chopped (or about same amount as onion) • 1 bunch of parsley, roughly chopped • 1/4 cup melted butter • 1 or 2 cup chicken broth, to moisten a bit • Poultry seasoning to taste • Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS If it tastes good after mixing all these ingredients together, it will taste great after baking inside the turkey or in a casserole.

Lightly salt the inside of the turkey cavity and lightly press the stuffing inside. Skewer the skin from the neck over the stuffing. Put the remaining stuffing in a casserole and cover with a lid or tin foil and bake along with the turkey.

Bake at 325 in oven or until thermometer reaches 165 when inserted in turkey thigh.

Approximate baking time for a 16-20 lb turkey (stuffed) would be 6-9 hours.

This recipe has served my family well for over 50 years.

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JUNE BEASLEY’S DRESSING It is hard for me to give exact ingredients as I make it by taste but here is the basic recipe I use. And I always make the cornbread by scratch. I do not buy the cornbread crumbs.

INGREDIENTS For the cornbread: 1 cup yellow Corn Meal (I like House Autry) 1 cup Self-Rising Flour 1 egg 1 cup Milk 1/4 cup vegetable oil Combine the dry ingredients and mix with the wet ingredients. Pour in a greased 8 inch pan. Bake in a preheated 425 degree oven for 25 minutes. Cool.

For the dressing: Medium onion - chopped 2 celery stalks - chopped 1/4 cup of melted butter 1 raw egg 2 cups of chicken broth 3 slices of white bread 1/2 tsp of pepper Baked Cornbread from above Crumble cooled cornbread in a large mixing bowl.

Add 3 slices of white bread by crumbling with your fingers.

Beat egg and add to the dry mix. Add pepper. The add onion and celery. Then pour chicken broth in and mix with a spatula until it is a pudding consistency. You may have to add more chicken broth to get it to the pudding state. Pour into a greased 9 x 13 pan. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for an hour.

If you want you can add these ingredients: Rice, Leftover Biscuits, Pecans, Turkey Broth, Turkey or Chicken pieces and Oysters.

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Holiday Concerts

Tis the Season for Music

Local concerts offer opportunities for getting into the Christmas spirit

BY NEILL CALDWELL

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nowflakes in the air Carols everywhere. Olden times and ancient rhymes Of love and dreams to share.” “Christmas Time Is Here” from A Charlie Brown Christmas, by Vince Guaraldi and Lee Mendelson

5 to 11 who will join the performance, adding to the experience of “an entertaining night for the whole family, and one sure to bring out the Christmas spirit for all who attend.”

In addition to the music, this year’s show will include a lot of choreography plus a special appearance by a tap dance group – Tappers Extraordinaire – and a sound and light show. Tickets are available at Ricky Evans Gallery on Howe Street and at Color Me Graphics on Country Club Drive. They will also be available at the door if the show is not sold out.

“The adults (in this year’s show) are all experienced Amuzu cast members, who’ve appeared in many of our previous shows, and will be familiar to our regular audience.”

“There’s so much talent in Southport and Brunswick County,” said Cathy Furpless, Laura’s mother and the band leader. “People seem to come out of the woodwork.”

The Amuzu Theater is located at 111 N. Howe Street. For more information, call (910) 523-2552, email amuzutheatre@yahoo. com or look for the theatre on Facebook.

SEA NOTES CHORAL SOCIETY

Christmas and music seem to go together like “jingle” and “bells.” There are so many wonderful holiday carols, many of which we identify with our childhood.

And we seem to start enjoying those songs in stores and on the radio beginning just after Labor Day. But if you’re slow to join in on the Christmas merriment, there are some upcoming concert opportunities that will get you wrapped up with a bow in the proper spirit.

THE AMUZU THEATER

The Amuzu Theater in downtown Southport is offering a seven-course musical banquet starting on December and

continuing December 4, 5, 6, 10, 12 and 13. All shows start at 7:30 p.m.

Laura Furpless is directing the group of 18 performers and a five-piece band in “Christmas at the Amuzu 2015.”

“The music includes classics such as ‘O Holy Night’ as well as more modern songs by artists Mariah Carey, Kelly Clarkson, Stevie Wonder, The Ronettes and Celine Dion,” Furpless said. “The cast have been preparing a few comedy numbers such as ‘The Christmas Can-Can,’ and a beautiful a capella arrangement of ‘Mary Did you Know?’”

Furpless said one new addition to the 2015 lineup is a group of five children ages

The area’s other Christmas music performances will come from the Sea Notes Choral Society, which will present its holiday concert twice. On Dec. 5 there will be a Saturday evening concert starting at 7:30, followed by a Sunday matinee on Dec. 6 at 3:00. Both concerts will be offered at the Odell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick County Community College.

The free 2015 concert – “Joys of the Christmas Season” – will be led by Sea Notes Choral Society director Larry Reinhart. The choir, which has numbered as large as 150 singers and has been providing entertainment to Brunswick County for more than 40 years, will present a mix of sacred and secular favorites. Jane Boberg will be back as the accompanist.

For more information on the SeaNotes’ concerts, call (910) 620-6275, visit www.sea-notes.com, visit the group’s Facebook page or send an email to SeaNotesChoral@gmail.com.

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This was followed by a lazy nap (in the hotel), a holiday tradition for the men in my family as I grew up but never for the women as we were in charge of clean up. There was even a rival football game playing on the TV to hide the fact that the men were really sleeping. Of course, they blamed it on the turkey! Poor Tom Turkey getting a bad rap again! Is the reputed narcoleptic state induced by eating turkey a fact or fiction? Is the myth of L-tryptophan scientifically based or hear say? And, what is L- tryptophan anyway?

L-tryptophan is an essential amino acid.

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins that are necessary in our body.

An essential amino acid means it must be supplied by the foods we eat as it cannot be made by our body. Tryptophan is found in many protein sources including turkey, chicken, beef, pork, cheese, yogurt, fish and eggs. In fact, turkey is not any higher in tryptophan than other poultry. One dietary source I found in my research reported an average serving of chicken or ground beef

Poor Tom Turkey getting a bad rap again! Is the reputed narcoleptic state induced by eating turkey a fact or fiction?

contained the same levels of tryptophan as turkey. The same source stated that Swiss cheese and pork have higher levels. Can you really blame your slumber on turkey but not on a gigantic burger?

Tryptophan is converted in our body to niacin (a B vitamin) and serotonin. As you may recall from some of my previous articles, serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain that is associated with mood.

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Higher levels of serotonin make you feel better. Serotonin is also metabolized in the pineal gland to the hormone melatonin which helps to control sleep and wake cycles. (Do you feel like you need your organic chemistry and physiology notes from college yet?)

So, just reading this, you might assume that all that turkey makes tons of melatonin and you fall asleep. Well, not really. Although dietary supplements range from 500mg-1000mg, a serving of turkey only has 350mg of tryptophan. You would need to devour the whole bird, on an empd ty stomach and with no other proteins to it on your need for a nap! That is n blame unlikely at any holiday table! d What really occurs has to do with the whole Thanksgiving meal itself. First, this time of relaxation with family (I know... think Norman Rockwell) allows the restful state. Second, there typically is alcohol involved which contributes to nap status.

Also, we gorge ourselves causing blood to divert to the intestinal tract which requires energy. However, the typical Thanksgiving meal also is heavy on carbohydrates and this is the real culprit. When you eat carbohydrates (sugars) like potatoes, candied yams etc. the pancreas secretes insulin to “handle” the sugar load. Insulin stimulates muscles to absorb some types of amino acids but tryptophan is left in the blood and crosses into the brain where serotonin is formed then processed into melatonin.

Thus, carbs make you sleepy!!

Chemistry and physiology lesson aside, Tom Turkey deserves an apology! Turkey alone is not responsible for your nap. However, I’m really hoping my children won’t read this article so I can blame the turkey and they can clean up...good idea?

Wishing you a blessed and restful Thanksgiving!

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TURKEY FUN FACTS:

• The wild turkey was hunted nearly to extinction by the early 1900s; the population reached a low of around 30,000 birds.

Thanks to restoration programs across North America the numbers have climbed above seven million today.

• There are six subspecies of wild turkey, all native to North America. The pilgrims hunted and served the eastern wild turkey on their Thanksgiving table, sometimes called the forest turkey, they are the most numerous of all the turkey subspecies.

Male turkeys are called “gobblers,” after the “gobble” call they make to announce themselves to females (which are called “hens”) and compete with other males.

Other turkey sounds include “purrs,” “yelps” and “kee-kees.”

• An adult gobbler weighs 16 to 22 pounds on average, has a beard of modified feathers on his breast that reaches seven inches or more long, and has sharp spurs on his legs for fighting.

• A hen is smaller, weighing around 8 to 12 pounds, and has no beard or spurs. Both genders have a snood (a dangly appendage on the face), wattle (the red dangly bit under the chin) and only a few feathers on her head.

• Studies have shown that snood length is associated with male turkey health.

Female turkeys prefer males with long snoods and that snood length can also be used to predict the winner of a competition between two males. (I guess size matters to turkeys?)

• Turkeys can run at speeds of up to 25 miles per hour and fly as fast as 55 miles per hour.

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The movie is about Chef Carl Casper (Jon Favreau). After 10 years of hard work, food critics have discovered his talents working in a 5-star restaurant run by no other than Dustin Hoffman, owner Riva.

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the food for the restaurant. There is a lot that we, as diners, don’t take into consideration when we sit down to a meal and expect everything to be perfect. These guys (and gals) work hard! It is clearly Chef Carl’s passion!

Having a strong passion for his career has contributed to sort of a downward spiral of Carl’s personal life. He is divorced and has a son who is desperate for his attention. He is at a crossroads of sorts and needs to start making decisions that will direct him on a path more conducive to creative cooking, success and of course, more time to be a father! Chef is lucky to have some great people in his life. We meet his beautiful, ex-wife Inez (Sofia Vergara) who suggests that Carl help her out of a tough spot and at the same time manages to get Carl to spend more time with his son, and doing all the things he used to love; as she put it, find his Mojo!

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things he loves and as a result also begins to recognize all that he has been taking for granted. This movie allowed us to watch Chef Carl’s eyes open to everything he was missing right in front of his face the whole time! Carl turns back to the basics and with the help of his best friend Martin (John Leguizamo) and his son, the social networking wiz, the gang hits the road to try and revive his reputation and love of cooking.

This movie made us drool the entire time (our dinners suddenly became not so satisfying) as well as smile from ear to ear.

Be sure to stock up on snacks for this one, but make them really good snacks! This movie inspires, it encourages, and it shows the effects of social media! It will make you reflect on your career path, envision your future for what it should/could be, it will give you a nudge if that’s what you need and it will make you hungry!! Just in time for Thanksgiving! It is also in time for Small Business Saturday!

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Check it out to see what happens and what changes occur. Jon Favreau is one of our new favorites! It didn’t hurt the movie, at all, to have Scarlett Johansson and Oliver Platt grace the screen!

Wow! What a great cast. The little boy who plays Chef’s son, Emjay Anthony, is adorable as well.

If you haven’t figured it out by now, this is a feel good movie. These kinds of movies are hard to come by these days.

Just ask Emily, who kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. She was sure that John Leguizamo was a bad guy! He is ultimately the best friend EVER!! Just sit back and enjoy it. It is a delicious movie! Let it make you smile (and hungry).

Then go hug all the people who love and support you! Then go support the people in your life! Like all the hard working small business owners in town! They may make it look easy, but they work really hard. We definitely have a renewed respect for Chefs! We would recommend this movie to everyone! The language and banter between the men gets a little inappropriate at times but most of the time it just made us laugh.

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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.

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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.

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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.

MODERN AMERICAN LIVE OAK CAFE

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, lowcountry gumbo, and baked scallops au gratin.

MR. P’S BISTRO

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.

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

ISLAND WAY 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.

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.

THE PHARMACY RESTAURANT

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Fishy Fishy Cafe - 106 Yacht Basin Drive, Southport, NC (910.457.1881) Baja Fish Taco: Adobo marinated cod, Jamaican slaw andmango BBQ sauce with fried chips or coleslaw

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.

TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING

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

CAFES, DELIS & 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 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.

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, Southport 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., 278-4005 Offering hamburgers, sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, seafood and daily drink specials.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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BIG AL’S SLAM DUNK BBQ

607 North Howe St., Southport (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!

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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.

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

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

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

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.

TASTE OF CHINA

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

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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.

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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.

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.

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 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 ko-

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TAPAS FLIGHTS

15139 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

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Tues. - Sat.: Lunch11:30 am – 2:00 pm Dinner: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm • Sun. Brunch 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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., 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. 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.

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 smoothies, 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., Oak Island 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 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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CALENDAR EVENTS ELECTION DAY

November 3rd. Polls open from 6:30am7:30pm. Please remember to vote! More information contact the Brunswick County Board of Elections (910) 253-2620.

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November 3, 2015 - 1:00 PM - 3:00; The North Carolina Department of Revenue, North Carolina Secretary of State and NC Industrial Commission will present a seminar entitled “Business Essentials.” Each agency will cover basic requirements to help businesses in North Carolina understand the laws and obligations necessary to be compliant.

Department of Revenue – Covers the basics of tax compliance ranging from registering your business, to withholding from employees, and sales and use tax requirements. Information will be provided on a program for businesses that have fallen behind on sales and use, withholding, and other trust taxes. At the end of the seminar, there will be a question and answer session with the presenters and networking possibilities with other business owners. Don’t miss this great opportunity. FREE at South Brunswick Islands Center (910) 755.7306 Register online now at: www.brunswickcc.edu/continuing-education/small-business-center/

DEVELOPING PERSONAL AND COMMERCIAL CREDIT

Wednesday Nov 4, 2015, for Your Business Success, A good-to-excellent personal credit score is vital for every small business. Can you qualify for a commercial business loan? The lender decision is based on personal credit score. Good credit is a cherished asset to protect and maintain. The course focuses on how to build good personal credit and establishing commercial credit for your company. Commercial credit is key for those companies needing short term credit for their cash flow management. Good commercial credit becomes a tangible asset of your business. Learn about the factors of credit scoring; how to overcome negative credit issues; the hidden costs of bad credit; how to minimize the risk of identity theft; how to rebuild negative credit reports, and how to engage creditors successfully. Held at the main campus. (Part 4 of the SBA Academy or you may attend as a stand-alone seminar) FREE, register online at: www. brunswickcc.edu/continuing-education/ small-business-center/

CONNECT PROGRAM FOR TWEENS

Wednesday Nov 4, 2015, Seaside United Methodist Church is excited to announce a new weekly program just for 5th & 6th graders! Those tween years can be a little scary as kids transition from elementary to middle school lives, so we want to offer the opportunity to help guide them through that process by looking at Bible stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things in the world! Each week will begin with supper provided by the church followed up with fun Bible study using videos, hands-on activities and games. There is no cost for our students and any 5th or 6th grader in the community is welcome!

For more information or registration, contact Stefanie Riley at sriley@seasideumc. org.

A TASTE OF BRUNSWICK COUNTY

November 5th, Annual Benefit Gala for Children, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm. The Communities In Schools of Brunswick County Board of Directors proudly announces the 14th Annual Benefit Gala for Children. The event is located at the Sea Trail Resort & Conference Center in Sunset Beach. $100 per person. The Gala is the cornerstone of our fundraising efforts and relies on local businesses and individuals for support via sponsorships, in-kind donations, and auction items. A host of community volunteers donate their services each year to organize the Gala. Funds generated support children and families of Brunswick County through the Dropout Prevention Program, Academic Scholarships, After School Programs, Teen and Peer Courts, the Adopt A School and Volunteer Program, and Parenting Education Programs. For Ticket or sponsorship information contact CIS of Brunswick County - (910) 457-3494. Sea Trail Golf Resort & Conference Center, 75A Clubhouse Road, Sunset Beach, NC 28468

will be donated to the Old Baldy Foundation to support their Fresnel Lens fundraising campaign. The Fun Run starts at noon on November 7, and the 5K and 10K start at 12:30. Early registration is $50 for race, t-shirt and round-trip ferry passage and $35 for race and t-shirt only. Race day registration is $55 for race, t-shirt and roundtrip ferry and $40 for race and t-shirt only.

Contact Bald Head Island Chamber for details at Bald Head Island, NC (910) 4577381, (800) 234-1666, ext. 3701

HOLLY DAYS - ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

November 7th. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM See article in this month’s issue! Contact Barbara Vise (910) 457-4365 or beejay@ec.rr. com Southport Gym, 211 N. Atlantic Avenue, Southport, NC 28461

ONE-STOP HOLIDAY SHOP

November 7th,from 9am-2pm @ Oak Island Moose Lodge, 4239 Long Beach Road. The Southport Junior Women’s Club would like to invite you to our vendor Expo. A wonderful blend of local ar-

tisans and direct sales vendors will be there to share gifts perfect for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season.

Contact: Jessica Mote (910) 617-1076 or email southport_juniors@yahoo.com. Oak Island Moose Lodge, 4239 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461

FLU SHOTS

November 10, 2015, 10:30a.m. 12:30p.m. Community Flu Shots Event -Open to Everyone at Caswell Beach Town Hall,1100 Caswell Beach Road. Participants will need to provide their insurance card and photo ID. This year, Brunswick County Health Services will be offering 3 types of flu vaccine: High dose flu shot is for individuals 65 years of age & older; Regular seasonal flu shot; Seasonal flu mist. The nasal mist is for ages 2 - 49 that have no underlying medical conditions. The regular season flu shot and the seasonal flu mist will contain 4 strains of the flu. As with any vaccine, it is recommended that if you have any questions or concerns; call your medical provider or the Brunswick County Health Services: 910-253-2312. Generally,

FIRST FRIDAY SOUTHPORT GALLERY WALK

November 6th. First Friday of Each month all year. 5pm-7pm. Partial List of Participating Galleries: Art @ 211 The Ricky Evans Gallery (211 N. Howe Street), Lantana’s Gallery & Fine Gifts(113 S. Howe Street), Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room(105 S. Howe Street), Franklin Square Gallery(130 E. West Street).

MARITIME CLASSIC

November 7, The 31st Annual Maritime Classic features a one mile Fun Run, 5k and 10k race. A portion of the proceeds

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Store Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Hardware and Garden

(910) 457-5544

8848 River Road SE Southport, NC 28461 Oysters Benedict - cornmeal crusted fried oysters with asparagus and pan-fried quail eggs over toasted ciabatta crostini with béarnaise aoili.

Fried Calamari - served a top a bed of seasonal greens with roma tomatoes, kalamata olives, roasted yellow peppers and crumbled goat cheese, dressed with a mango-orange vinaigrette.

Duck Crepes - mascarpone, ricotta and fresh herb stuffed crepes, topped with warmed blood orange infused duck confit.

New Fall Menu Items including Buffalo Meatloaf and Shrimp and Grits Check out our website for information about our November Wine Dinner!

Fine Carolina Cuisine at the cozy little cottage on Howe Street.

Open Tuesday - Saturday 5:00 pm - until 614 North Howe Street, Southport NC 28461 • Phone: 910-454-4360 www.LiveOakCafeNC.com

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Wine Dinners starting in November Visit website for info.

Enjoy Holiday Music !! Hot Chocolate and Hot Cider !!

Be sure to visit

Stewart’s Winter Wonderland for the holidays!

Christmas Trees will be arriving the week of Thanksgiving!

Huge selection of all types and varieties!

Including LIVE Trees that you can plant after the holidays!

Wreathes • Christmas Decor • Lights

Happy Thanksgiving from the Stewart Family!

CALENDAR individuals with insurance will not have any out of pocket costs.

Brunswick County Health Services accepts the following insurances; Medicare, Medicaid, Medcost, BCBS, Aetna, United Health Care, Tricare and Cigna. Payment by cash or check is also accepted. Brunswick County Health Services will file your insurance, and if you are responsible for a deductible, they will bill you. Also, if your insurance does not cover the cost of the vaccination, the full cost will be billed to you by Brunswick County Health Services.

For billing questions, call: 910-253-2284 or 910-253-2354.

AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE MEETING

Nov 11, 2015, . Ambassadors are highly visible, prestigious volunteers who serve as the Chamber’s primary liaison to new and existing Chamber members. The Ambassador committee plays an essential role in member communication and retention, and each Ambassador is charged with conveying member needs, questions and concerns to the Chamber Staff, keeping our Chamber in line with our member’s desires.

Anyone interested in becoming an Ambassador should attend a meeting to learn more. RSVP online www.brunswickcountychamber.org/ambassadors/ to reserve your space. Brunswick County Chamber, 114 Wall St | Shallotte. Sandie Bell

BUSINESS NETWORKING AFTER HOURS

November 12th, from 5:30pm - 7pm at NC Maritime Museum at Southport, 204 E. Moore Street, Southport. An event for Chamber members and potential Chamber members. A relaxed atmosphere where business men and women can meet, network and do business after

hours. Hors d’oeuvres & Door Prizes. RSVP by 11/9/2015 to (910) 457-6964. NC Maritime Museum at Southport, 204 E. Moore Street, Southport, NC 28461

FUELING YOUR BUSINESS

November 16, from 10:00am - 12:00pm; The North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center will offer a free seminar Monday, November 16th. The seminar is designed to help small business owners and prospective entrepreneurs understand how to access credit and capital for their businesses.

It will review the six basic principles many lenders use to make credit decisions and provide an overview of the resources available in North Carolina for small businesses. Finally, the seminar will cover the Rural Center’s Microenterprise Loan Program and provide details about its lending criteria and application process. FREE Leland Center- Brunswick Community College 910.755.7306 Register online now: www.brunswickcc.edu/continuing-education/small-business-center/

VETERAN ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMS BY THE SBA

Nov 12, 2015, DID YOU KNOW: Veteran businesses succeed 250% greater than non-veterans? The SBA provides veteran entrepreneurs with and honorable discharge with special benefits they are automatically eligible for when starting or growing their small business. Veterans can gain startup or expansion capital or to purchase and occupy commercial real estate property. SBA provides opportunities for veterans contracting with the federal government. Take advantage of your veteran benefits through the SBA available to you and your current spouse (or a widowed survivor). (Part 5 of the SBA Academy or you may attend as a stand-alone semi-

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ARTS BY THE SHORE

November 12-15, 2015 will be at the Oak Island Recreation Center. This show of over 200 works of art is co-sponsored

by Oak Island Art Guild and Oak Island Parks & Recreation. Free Admission to see Show- Hours: Friday -12pm -8pm & Saturday-9am-2pm. Oak Island Recreation Center 3003 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC 28465 Contact: Billie Jayroe at the Town of Oak Island at (910) 278-5518. or website at www.oakislandartguild.org

BIRD TALKS

November 13, 2015 - Join Wild Bird & Garden’s Jill Peleuses as she discusses the great variety of birds that can be found in Southeastern North Carolina during the winter, with special emphasis on those species that are not found here in other seasons.

This program is free, and all are welcome! Wild Bird & Garden 105 E Brown Street Southport NC. 910 457-9453 www. wildbirdgardeninc.com

SALE AT THE TRAIL

November 14th. 2nd Saturday of every month from 8am-12pm @ Ocean Trail Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

Anyone with wares to sell- crafts, used merchandise, refreshments, you name it! Reserve an outdoor spot for $10.00. Inside spot for $45.00. You must provide your own table.

The money raised from vendors fees will benefit the resident Christmas Fund. Each vendor will keep their own profits. Any questions regarding this event please contact Liz Mueller at (910) 457-9581. Ocean Trail Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, 630 N. Fodale Avenue, Southport.

LUNCH & LEARN WITH THE PRESIDENT

Nov 17, 2015, Lunch & Learn with

the chamber president, Shannon Viera. This quarterly lunch will provide members with an opportunity to learn about the South Brunswick Islands, how to to maximize your chamber membership and meet other chamber members. All done in a casual, small group environment. Limited space is available, so be sure to RSVP online.You must RSVP to attend. There is no charge for members. Online reservations only. www.brunswickcountychamber.org/

BIRD TALKS

November 17th at 9:00am to 10:15am.

Join Wild Bird & Garden and avian researcher Tyler Michels for a program on the latest research and discoveries on Northern Harriers, Swainson’s Hawls, and Ferruginous Hawks. Tyler has extensive field experience with a wide variety of bird species – you’ll learn a lot, and you’ll love the pictures! Wild Bird & Garden 105 E Brown Street Southport NC. 910 457-9453.

DOSHER FALL COMMUNITY LECTURE SERIES

Supporting National Diabetes Awareness Month in November, Dosher is holding two additional programs: November 12, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wound care and diabetes by Brad Hilaman, MD, medical director, Dosher Wound Care program, and John Stone, CHRN, director, Dosher Wound Care Center, Pre-registration is required by calling (910) 454-1192.

DIABETES EDUCATION

November 16, 6:30-8 p.m. Diabetes education: Healthy holiday eating by Vicki Allen, Dosher diabetes educator and nutritionist, and Kathy Seagraves, Dosher chef, Pre-registration is required by calling (910) 454-4731. For more information, visit www.dosher.org.

ART WORKSHOP

November 16, 17 and 18, Mark Horton,

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Visit our website for our holiday specials.

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Southport Models & More

Salvage at Heart turns salvage into art.

Ribs • Brisket • Sausage Open 7 days a week: 11am-8pm

Earth to Fire Pottery Studio & Gallery

Plastic Model Kits of All Kinds And diecast Vehicles

We Buy Model Collections!

(910) 508-6638 • Mon-Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm

Doug Harrell • (336) 402-0681

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of Horton Hayes Gallery in Charleston, will be holding a three day workshop November 16, 17 and 18. This workshop is designed for oil painters of all levels who want to take their work to the next level. “Painting on site around beautiful Bald Head Island, we will focus on ways to improve as a painter by emphasizing composition, value, color temperature and learning how to utilize these basic elements to express and complete a successful painting regardless of its subject matter”. The cost of the workshop is $550. Space is limited so please call or email the Gallery to reserve your spot. www.allaboutartbhi.com

HOWL AT THE MOON

November 25, 2015 at 4:00 pm. Bald Head Island. Sunset: 5:04pm, Moonrise: 5:17pm. An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The “Howl” party (as it’s called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective “howl!” A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all. http://www.martitimemarketbhi.com

CALENDAR be held on November 28th. The Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce is leading the way promoting Shop Small Saturday for the Southport-Oak Island area. As we join this nationwide effort to support small businesses, we urge you to become an active participant in this promotion so that all our area shops and restaurants can benefit. This holiday season take a pledge to Shop Small, Spend Local, Eat Local and Enjoy Local --support the local businesses that support our community.

OAK ISLAND TURTLE TROT

November 28th, 2015 5K. Bring your family, get some exercise, and enjoy the natural beauty of Bald Head Island! At the BHI Conservancy’s Turtle Trot 5K, participants can run as fast or as slow as they’d like as they move through the island’s ancient maritime forest and over the pristine beaches. All proceeds support the BHI Conservancy’s mission of barrier island conservation, education, and preservation - including our nationally recognized Sea Turtle Protection Program. 8:30AM – Registration, 9:30AM - Race Begins! $45/adult and $35/child 12 & under. OFF-ISLAND RUNNERS* - $50/ adult and $40/child 12 & under.

*OFF-ISLAND RUNNERS: Take the 8:00AM Ferry from Deep Point Marina, Southport, NC. BHI Conservancy staff will provide ferry tickets at the ferry gate. Once on BHI, take the tram to the Conservancy to register and start race. www.bhic.org/turtle-trots

ONLINE TRAINING FOR ENTREPRENEURS

Empowering you with entrepreneurship, business, and IT skills-On Demand, available until December 31 This free, online training program will help you gain real-life business and technology skills to start or grow your business or integrate entrepreneurship lessons into your educational program. The courses are interactive, self-paced, and full of practical exercises. HP Learning Initiative for Entrepreneurs (HP LIFE) is a global program that offers aspiring entrepreneurs and small business-owners valuable business skills. HP LIFE offers participants a path to realizing their business dreams.

The NC Small Business Center Network, in partnership with the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), is pleased to offer this innovative program to NC entrepreneurs and small business owners free of

charge! This program is self-paced, making it possible for more aspiring entrepreneurs to participate. All you have to do is register to start. (Speaker: Various & Location: Online) FREE 910.755.7306 REGISTER ONLINE NOW AT: www. brunswickcc.edu/continuing-education/ small-business-center/ HP LIFE e-Learning- Register at: https://www.ncsbc.net/ reg.aspx?mode=event&event=60350036

FLOW YOGA

Tuesdays and Thursdays (9 am – 10 am) Join Bald Head Island Yoga for Flow Yoga. We will move through poses using our breath. Classes are held at The Bald Head Association (next to The Chapel and Old Baldy). Mat rental is available. 111 Lighthouse Wynd, Bald Head Island, 404-4267515 www.baldheadislandyoga.com Flow Yoga Class - Mondays and Wednesdays – 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Join Laugh & Breathe Yoga for Flow Yoga. We will move through yoga poses focusing on our breath.

Multiple class rates are available. 1025 East Moore Street, Southport, 910-250-9171 www.laughandbreatheyoga.com

SMITH ISLAND ART LEAGUE THANKSGIVING SHOW

November 27-28, 2015. Original artwork can be purchased at this two-day Art League Thanksgiving Show. The show includes watercolor and oil paintings, photography, fabric art, cards, ceramics and more. Every year a portion of the proceeds is donated to a different nonprofit organization based on the...more about Smith Island Art League Thanksgiving Show.

Bald Head Island Association Center, Light House Wynd, Bald Head Island, NC 28461.

(910) 457-6229

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

November 28th, - from 9am-1pm. Businesses in the Southport-Oak Island Area will host a Shop Small Holiday Open House in conjunction with Small Business Saturday on November 28th from 9am-1pm.

For More Information contact the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce (910) 457-6964 Southport-Oak Island Area Wide

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

November 28th, All Day Between Black Friday and Cyber Monday is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses nationwide. Last year, over one hundred million people came together to Shop Small in their communities on Small Business Saturday. This year Shop Small Saturday will

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CALENDAR

MUSIC

YACHT BASIN EATERY

ODELL WILLIAMSON AUDITORIUM

Brunswick Community College 50 College Rd NW, Bolivia, NC 28422 , (910) 755-7416 November 5, 2015, 7:00 PM – RELENTLESS with Clayton Jennings November 7, 2015, 7:00 PM - Mr. Brown November 12, 2015, 7:30 PM - “CLOSE TO YOU” THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERS. November 22, 2015 3:00pm – Brunswick Concert Band December 5, 2015 at 7:30PM - Sea Notes “Christmas Concert”; Larry Reinhart, DirectorDecember 6, 2015 at 3:00PM - Sea Notes “Christmas Concert”; Larry Reinhart, Director Hatch Auditorium 100 Caswell Beach Road, Oak Island, NC at Fort Caswell November 20, 2015, 7:30pm – Brunswick Concert Band

FISHY FISHY

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106 Yacht Basin Dr, Southport; (910) 457-1881 Friday, November 6th: Rev; Saturday, November 7th: The Dennis Walton Band; Friday, November 13th: Hank & Les; Saturday, November 14th: Heather & Dennis; Friday, November 20th: Oldscool; Saturday, November 21st: Uncle Hairy; Friday, November 27th: The Dennis Walton Band; Saturday, November 28th: Scott Carter & Les Britt

LAZY TURTLE

601 Ocean Dr, Oak Island; (910) 2787725 Tuesdays - Locals Got Talent Open Mic hosted by Steve Fitzgerald ; Fridays - Karaoke ; Saturdays - Live Music or DJ

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

8039 River Rd SE, Southport; (910) 4544004 Check Facebook page for listing

at the following Dairy Queen locations:

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122 Yacht Basin Dr, Southport; (910) 363-4108 November 5th, Open Mic w/ Jeremy Truette.Nevember 6th, Parker Lanier. November 7th, Jilli &the River Rat Band. November 12th, Open mic w/ Jeremy Truette.

November13th Mike Jones. November 14th Groove Pirates. November19th Open Mic w/ Jeremy Truett. November 20th Dos Eddies.November 21st Trifecta. November 26th Closed. November 27thParker Lanier.

November 28th The Privateers.

EDIBLE EVENTS GRAPE AND ALE

8521 E Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC 28465. (910) 933-4384 . 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. Southport, (910) 4540633 . 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, 910777-5151. Daily Beer and Wine Tastings Wine Tasting – choice of 5 wines $8 Beer Tasting – includes 6 beers $7

FLIGHTS

1513-9 N. Howe St., Southport, (910) 363-1202. Daily wine and craft beer tastings, Enjoy 6 wines or six beers; Mon. – Thurs. 2pm to 9pm; Fri. 12pm to 10pm ; Sat. 2pm – 10pm

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& extra parking area for your boat are paved with washed aggregate. $2000 TOWARDS BUYERS CLOSING COSTS WITH ACCEPTED OFFER! Call Katherine Hufham, Southport Realty, Inc., for more details (910) 470-4045.

128 NW 15th St. Oak Island CUSTOM DESIGNED Oak Island quiet west-end home 3/2 + Bonus/office – Move-In Ready! Lots of EXTRAS! CRAWLSPACE, 2 porches/huge back deck gas grill, gas cooktop, 2 convection ovens, quartz counters, hardwood & Tile floors, fully-floored attic, on-demand hot water system, fenced yard, irrigation system/well/low maintenance. Best Price! $212,900 MLS#691156 910.599.6657 Jamie Wishart Holbrooks RE

5203 White Ibis Court, Southport Located in beautiful Harbor Oaks neighborhood near downtown Southport- this 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home is Southern Living at it’s finest! Additional features include: 480 square foot bonus room, fenced backyard with saltwater pool, and 4 car garage.

Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $449,000. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

1711 West Beach Rd, Oak Island Enjoy sunrises and sunsets over the oceanfront from this classic beach cottage. Situated on a rebuildable lot and a half this home has 3 bed and 1.5 bath with an open concept living area and enormous covered deck to take in the million dollar views. Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $375,000. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

117 Plantation Passage Drive, Winding River Planation Over 3000+ sqft, 3 bed, 2.5 bath + enormous bonus room on golf course in Winding River Plantation. Open concept living area with vaulted ceilings and built ins. Outdoor features include- patio, pergola and balcony.

Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $429,000. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

1006 Bonner Bussells Dr 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 & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $469,900. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624 or John Dosher (910) 448-0536.

3100 Marsh Grove Lane, Southport End Unit in The Preserve 3 BR/3 BA condo in The Preserve, End unit location, 3100 building, stunning unit.

Covered parking, great amenities and almost 2,000 square feet. Water views, coastal living and available. Listed at $239,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Brooke Rudd (910) 512-1361

122 Park Avenue, Southport, NC 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with open floor plan & hardwood floors. The outdoor living spaces include: rocking chair front porch, deck & two screened porches on almost 1/2 acre. Exterior storage buildings include: pottery studio, workshop & storage building, all with electrical plus a boat shed. Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $196,900. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624.

208 North FodaleAve,Southport,NC Wonderful Southport location just two blocks from the waterfront and a short walk or bike ride to restaurants, shops, and fun in America’s Happiest Seaside Town! This three-bedroom home has beautiful original hardwood floors, easy living floor plan, well-loved landscaped yard, outside storage and more! Listed at $159,500 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORSCall Lucy Vance (910)232-8586

4479 Millwright Circle. St James Plantation- Custom built home situated no .7 acres in St James Plantation.

170 feet of golf course frontage on the Players Club course. Bonus room with wet bar, Carolina room and craft room.

Gourmet kitchen, many upgrades.

Listed at $697,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Jill Shaver (910)617-1783

411 Burrington Ave, Southport, NC Downtown Southport cottage with a lot of charm, just five blocks from the waterfront. It is in need of a little TLC, but can be made into a beautiful getaway. Home offers three bedrooms, one bath and a large lot with lots of possibilities. Listed at $225,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Elvira Gilbert (910)6194087

3709 Tiger Lily Court, Arbor Creek Simply gorgeous three bedroom, three bath home, open floorplan in Arbor Creek. Listed at $314,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Jim Goodman (910) 368-1247

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413 E. Leonard Street, Downtown Southport. $354,900; MLS #691576 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath. Rare opportunity in downtown Southport - all-brick home with open floor plan & all the upgrades with no HOA! Surrounded by beautiful oak trees, this home is beautifully appointed with wainscoting, crown molding, Canadian maple floors & custom cabinetry. The open foyer invites you into a large living room w/gas log fireplace & large Carolina Room with adjoining patio.

Master bedroom suite & two other bedrooms are on the first floor. Fourth bedroom is a large bonus room over the garage with its own bath. The large backyard is surrounded by a privacy fence & there is a storage building for all of your gardening supplies. The two-car garage has a laundry sink & extra space for a golf cart. Driveway

611 N. Atlantic Ave, Historic Southport JUST REDUCED! 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Recently renovated and very affordable cottage in historic Southport.

Large landscaped lot with beautiful trees and plants. Newly refinished pine floors, renovated kitchen with new appliances, custom bathrooms, large front porch, plus a deck for entertaining. Fully furnished and waiting to become your introduction to Southport living. $265,000 • MLS # 695943 Call Verilyn McKee, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 470-0527

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912 N. Caswell Avenue, Southport JUST REDUCED! 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Looking for a cute cottage in Southport? This one is ideal. Large lot with large live oaks give this 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath plenty of shade while you are enjoying your screened in front porch. This house is clean and move in ready. Open kitchen living and dining floor plan make it perfect for entertaining. Open deck off the kitchen with a double carport. Wonderful investment opportunity. This property has been a successful rental. Great Value! $159,000 • MLS #695490 Call Leesa Snyder, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 777-1785

707 E. Nash Street, Southport JUST REDUCED! 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Are you looking for a solidly built brick home on a tree covered corner lot that is over ½ acre and convenient to downtown Southport? Look no further! This home has a great layout; spacious and light filled. The home is situated on a quiet street and the large lot feels private. A full basement can be finished or would make a wonderful storage/workshop area. $219,900 • MLS #678980 Call Leesa Snyder, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 777-1785.

700 South Shore Drive, Boiling Spring Lakes. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath A great home for entertaining family and friends located just a few short steps to The Lakes Country Club and backs up to one of the fairways. This 1747 sq. ft. home an extra-large bonus room over the double garage, spacious utility room, and an open great room/ dining room/kitchen area with vaulted ceilings. The master suite has a soaking tub and stand alone shower. The large back screened porch is a great place to escape for reading or relaxing and enjoying the sounds of nature.

The back yard is fully fenced. Boiling Spring Lakes is a small, incorporated community offering many amenities... lakes, parks, walking trails, tennis, basketball courts, community center with activities for all ages and just a short drive to historic downtown Southport, Wilmington, and area beaches. $189,900 • MLS #690996 Call Katherine Hufham, Southport Realty, Inc., for more details (910) 470-4045

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Wilmington’s only resident Mortgage Banker with local origination, processing, underwriting, & funding all happening here in town!

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