Southport Magazine October 2017

Southport MAGAZINE

October 2017 Vol. 6 | Issue 1 SouthportMag.com

The Birthday Issue Arrgg! We be turning 5 years olde, me maties!

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Happy Birthday We’re 5!

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Kass Fincher

GENERAL MANAGER

Leslie Foster

Alan Beasley alan@southportmag.com

Leslie Reschly, BSN, RN,

EDITOR

Lisa P. Stites

Ami Brown

Jeffrey Stites

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October marks a very special milestone for Southport Magazine. Our 5 year birthday is here!

They say that the first five years of a business is make it or break it.... well I think we’ve made it for sure.

For the past 5 years we strived to bring you interesting articles, current events, local culture and of course support our community businesses and residents.

To celebrate this special anniversary, we are throwing a birthday bash like no other. There will be costume contests, goody bags and prizes. So join us at Yacht Basin Eatery on October 27th at 7pm.

We will also have live music by The Christine Martinez Band and plenty of fun to be had by all.

So put on your best costume, and be ready to have to some fun!

We hope to see you there.

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Brooke Beasley

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CURRENTS Celebrate National Seafood Month For local fishmongers, it’s all about getting fresh, local seafood onto plates.

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any of Brunswick County’s seafood retailers and restaurants are part of Brunswick Catch, a local seafood recognition program. The goal of Brunswick Catch is to “sustain the livelihood and heritage of the Brunswick County seafood industry,” according to the website, www.brunswickcatch.com. The group utilizes public education and promotion to increase the demand for locally harvested seafood among residents and visitors, with a long term goal of making Brunswick Catch seafood a recognized brand throughout the eastern United States, the website states.

Participating retailers and restaurants display a “Brunswick Catch” sign, so consumers can easily see where local seafood is available.

It’s not just a philosophy, but a way of life for Potter’s Seafood in Southport’s Yacht Basin and Haag & Sons Seafood on Oak Island.

Jon Haag has owned the seafood market on Oak Island that bears his name since 1994. He is also currently Director of the Brunswick Catch Board, and is passionate about the cause and the job he does.

Haag said he has built his business on selling local fish, but said too many regulations and the difficulty of maintaining clean water for fish nurseries are really affecting the industry.

“The Yacht Basin used to be full of boats,” he said.

A couple of those boats are run by a family with a log history in the fishing industry. For five generations, since 1899, the Potters have been fishing and selling seafood in Southport, even before the Yacht Basin was dug.

“We catch as much as we can ourselves, we also have other Southport fishermen that unload their catch with us,” Potter said. They sell a lot of snapper and grouper and do some inshore fishing when they can, for flounder and trout.

“We were part of the group that founded Brunswick Catch,” Royce Potter said.

“It’s important to support our local fisher-

men, just as we do our local farmers. Local food is healthier and supports the local economy.”He and wife April wanted to help newcomers and visitors better understand the fishing industry.

“They see the boats, they sit in restaurants and they think all the fish came from there,” he said.”They assume they’re get-

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ting fresh, local stuff.”

Potter’s staff also participate in numerous area events and camps, as a way to support the community but also to help educate the public. The fishermen work with the Maritime Museum’s summer programs, lead a rope-tying session at the annual Wooden Boat Show in Southport, and

“When you’re 40 to 50 miles out, and the water is 100 feet deep, and you can see to the bottom...it’s just beautiful” Haag said. get involved in other events where they can promote their industry.

With such dedication for promoting local seafood, what’s the go-to dinner at a fisherman’s house?

For these fishermen, the answer was the same, though they have very different ways to prepare it. Shrimp is an affordable seafood that’s an easy pick for dinner, and it’s also an ingredient they recommend for cooks new to seafood dishes.

It’s also very versatile, Potter said. “Think Bubba Gump,” he said.

Haag said with as much as he has to charge for fish, shrimp has become the truly affordable option. Higher quality frozen seafood has become more readily available, and all too often, fresh, local seafood is considered a luxury purchase.

Haag has a somewhat unusual way of cooking his shrimp, although he said he just likes it steamed. It’s what he adds to the water that makes it different. He adds

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John Haag filets fresh fish

olive oil, balsamic vinegar (sometimes white balsamic vinegar), Swampfire (seafood boil seasoning) and apple butter. Yes, apple butter. He said the spices used in apple butter really make the shrimp delicious.

Potter likes his shrimp sauteed and served over rice with spinach and mushrooms.

Fresh shrimp should have a mild odor and firm meat. They’re not slippery, and retain their natural color, according to the the Brunswick Catch website. Steer clear of shrimp that are bright pink or red, or that suffer from black spot, a sign of age or poor handling. When shrimp are cooked, they have red/pink shells and meat with a red tint.

The Brunswick Catch site has lots of tips for picking out fresh seafood, lists of local retailers and restaurants that participate and more on the history of the effort to promote buying local. Potter’s advice for those who want to add more seafood to their diet is to always buy it fresh. Fresh fish should actually not smell “fishy,” Potter explained. He also said it’s important to not overlook it.

Potter and Haag offer more ways to keep tabs on the catch of the day than just stopping by the store. Potter’s has an email list that’s used to tell customers what the boats are bringing in and what time they’ll be there. And Haag & Sons has a Facebook page used for sharing recipes and pictures of delectable seafood meals.

Catching and selling fish takes a lot of time and energy, Haag said. But it’s also a labor of love.

“When you’re 40 to 50 miles out, and the water is 100 feet deep, and you can see to the bottom...it’s just beautiful” Haag said.

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Awareness & Early Detection Key to Survival The facts, figures & what you need to know about Breast Cancer STORY BY AMI BROWN

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or 2017, The American Cancer Society’s estimates in the United States: About 252,710 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in women. About 63,410 new cases of carcinoma in situ will be diagnosed (CIS is non-invasive and is the earliest form of breast cancer). About 40,610 women will die from breast cancer. These numbers are staggering! If you know more than 8 women, you probably know someone that has been or wil be diagnosed with Breast Cancer in their lifetime. This topic is very close to Southport Magazine, owner, Kris Beasley is a survivor.

According the the American Cancer Society, early detection is key to early detection, effective treatment, and increased survival chances. There is no prevention for Breast Cancer, and no definitive cause.

There is however lots of studies taking place, new treatments and early screenings to disgnose women at risk. There are also genetic links that researchers are studying and hopefuly one day will understand and lead to a prentitive medicine,

procedure or cure.

I turned to the experts to answer some common questions about this disease that effects so many women.

WHAT IS BREAST CANCER?

Breast cancer starts when cells in the breast begin to grow out of control. These cells usually form a tumor that can often be seen on an x-ray or felt as a lump. The tumor is malignant (cancer) if the cells can

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grow into (invade) surrounding tissues or spread (metastasize) to distant areas of the body. Breast cancer occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get breast cancer, too.

Cells in nearly any part of the body can become cancer and can spread to other areas of the body. To learn more about what is cancer and how all cancers start and spread, see our section on Cancer Basics.

WHERE DOES BREAST CANCER START?

Breast cancers can start from different parts of the breast. Most breast cancers begin in the ducts that carry milk to the nipple (ductal cancers). Some start in the glands that make breast milk (lobular cancers). There are also other types of breast cancer that are less common.

A small number of cancers start in other tissues in the breast. These cancers are called sarcomas and lymphomas and are not really thought of as breast cancers.

Although many types of breast cancer can cause a lump in the breast, not all do.

There are other symptoms of breast cancer you should watch for and report to a health care provider.

It’s also important to understand that most breast lumps are not cancer, they are benign.

Benign breast tumors are abnormal growths, but they do not spread outside of the breast and they are not life threatening. But some benign breast lumps can increase a woman’s risk of getting breast cancer. Any breast lump or change needs to be checked by a health care provider to determine whether it is benign or cancer and whether it might impact your future cancer risk.

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HOW DOES BREAST CANCER SPREAD?

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Breast cancer can spread when the cancer cells get into the blood or lymph system and are carried to other parts of the body.

The lymph system is a network of lymph (or lymphatic) vessels found throughout the body. The lymph vessels carry lymph fluid and connect lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped collections of immune system cells. Lymph vessels are like small veins, except that they carry a clear fluid called lymph (instead of blood) away from the breast. Lymph contains tissue fluid and waste products, as well as immune system cells. Breast cancer cells can enter lymph vessels and start to grow in lymph nodes. Most of the lymph vessels of the breast drain into: • • •

Lymph nodes under the arm (axillary nodes).

Lymph nodes around the collar bone (supraclavicular and infraclavicular lymph nodes) Lymph nodes inside the chest near the breast bone (internal mammary lymph nodes)

BREAST CANCER SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS Knowing how your breasts normally look and feel is an important part of breast health. Finding breast cancer as early as possible gives you a better chance of successful treatment. But knowing what to look for does not take the place of having regular mammograms and other screening tests. Screening tests can help find breast cancer in its early stages, even before any symptoms appear.

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The most common symptom of breast cancer is a new lump or a mass. A painless, hard mass with irregular edges is more likely to be breast cancer, but could also be tender, soft, or round. They can be painful as well. Since there are so many different kinds of lumps, it is important to have any new mass or lump or breast change checked out by your doctor.

Other possible symptoms of breast cancer include: • • • • •

Swelling all or part (no lump is felt) Skin irritation and/or dimpling Breast or nipple pain/sensitivity Nipple retraction (turning inward) Redness, scaliness, or thickening of the nipple or breast skin • Nipple discharge (not breast milk) Sometimes a breast cancer can spread

to lymph nodes under the arm or around the collar bone and cause a lump or swelling there, even before the original tumor in the breast tissue is large enough to be felt. Swollen lymph nodes should also be checked by a health care provider.

Although any of these symptoms can be caused by things other than breast cancer, if you have them, they should be reported to a health care provider so that he or she can find the cause.

Because mammograms do not find every breast cancer, it is important for you to be aware of changes in your breasts and to know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.

CAUSES OF BREAST CANCER

Scientists do not have a clear answer yet. But studies continue to uncover factors and habits, as well as inherited genes, that affect breast cancer risk.

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Several studies are looking at the effect of exercise, weight gain or loss, and diet on risk.

Studies on the best use of genetic testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations continue at a rapid pace.

Scientists are exploring how common gene variations (small changes in genes that are not as significant as mutations) may affect breast cancer risk. Gene variants typically have only a modest effect on risk, but when taken together they may potentially have a large impact.

Potential causes of breast cancer in the environment have also received more attention in recent years.

While much of the science on this topic is still in its earliest stages, this is an area of active research.

A large, long-term study funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) is now being done to help find the causes of breast cancer. Known as the Sister Study, it has enrolled 50,000 women who have sisters with breast cancer. This study will follow these women for at least 10 years and collect information about genes, lifestyle, and environmental factors that may cause breast cancer. An offshoot of the Sister Study, the Two Sister Study, is designed to look at possible causes of early onset breast cancer. To find out more about these studies, call 1-877-4-SISTER (1-877-474-7837) or visit the Sister Study website (www. sisterstudy.org).

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Southport Artists Stamping out Hunger in Brunswick County Eat the Soup, Keep the Bowl The Associated Artists of Southport prepare for Empty Bowls Project - making 1200 original works of art! October 17th.

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or months local artists at Franklin Square Gallery have been working making original pottery bowls, hand painting them, glazing them and firing them to be ready for the big fundraiser on October 17th at Trinity Methodist Church. Dozens of local restaurants are donating soup for the event. Your $20 donation will get you a delicious bowl of soup, and a one-of-a-kind hand made bowl. All proceeds benefit Brunswick County - Southport / Oak Island Interfaith Food Pantry, Matthew’s Ministry and Brunswick Family Assistance.

Empty Bowls, founded in Michigan 26 years ago, is an international project which was conceived as of as a creative way to help fight hunger. Local artists donate bowls they have created, local restaurants donate soup, and businesses donate paper products and beverages.

The bowls act as a reminder that many

people around the world have empty bowls and empty stomachs. The goal is to raise money and awareness to feed the hungry. Our motto is “Eat the Soup, Keep the Bowl” and help stamp out hunger in Brunswick County.

In Southport, Empty Bowls takes place every four years. This will be our fourth

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Empty Bowls Event. Please join us on October 17 th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church. For $20, event goers will receive a unique ceramic bowl, soup of their choice, bread, beverage and musical entertainment provided by musicians from the Brunswick Concert and Big Band.

Our members have been working for months to prepare for this chartable event.

Our potters have been throwing and glazing bowls, painters have been painting and kilns have been firing. Several paint gatherings have been held at Franklin Square Gallery where our members have been hand painting bowls, truly making them one of a kind. We even had a four year old local artist, Lilly help with the painting.

Each bowl is handcrafted by potters from Brunswick, New Hanover and Horry Counties.

While AAS organizes this event, local restaurants also play a major role. We thank them for without their support we could not hold this event. Proceeds from this event will benefit three area food banks: Southport-Oak Island Interfaith Food Pantry, Matthews Ministry and Brunswick Family Assistance.

“Making a difference in the lives of others through the art of pottery and the power of people feeding one another.”

You can view some bowls prior to October 17, please join us at Franklin Square Gallery’s art walk on Friday, October 6 th from 5-7pm. Come by, visit our display of beautiful bowls, have light refreshments and pre-purchase your tickets for this community event.

For more information, please contact Mary Beth Johnson, 910-278- 6811 or at mjohnson146@ec.rr.com.

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Boats, Pirates and Halloween Fun October is full of family friendly events

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rom Fall Festivals, Pumpkin Hunts, Mackerels, Hayrides and Pirates - this fall season offers plenty to do with the whole family. The Autumn weather brings crisp days, great fishing and cool nights, not too cold, perfect for outdoor activities.

STEDE BONNET REGATTA Therefore, the Provision Company makes it fun by requiring captains AND crew to all dress in pirate costumes for the captains meeting, the race, and the award ceremony/Pirates Ball.

The Pirates Ball marks the end of the season for the Provision Company and it has become a Southport classic. First, they give away all their seafood, and they only charge for beer/drinks. There is always a great band, lots of pirates/wenches, awards and just good ole fun. The lines can be long… so come early. See you thar mate, Arrrrrggh! The Notice of Race and Registration Form (when available) can be found through a link at the bottom of the Provision Company Website (http://www. provisioncompany.com/).

FALL FESTIVAL AND HAUNTED HAYRIDE

Oct 21, 4:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center, Boiling Spring Lakes ADDRESS: 1 Leeds Rd. , Boiling Spring Lakes, NC 28461 PHONE: (910) 363-0025 Join the fun at the Boiling Spring Lakes Fall Festival and Haunted Hayride with free games, a fortune teller, costume contests with categories from infant to adult, food, and a spook-tacular haunted hayride.

SCARRISON HOUSE

at the Garrison House Oct 27, 2017 - Oct 28, 2017 Fort Johnston Garrison House, Southport ADDRESS: 203 E Bay St. , Southport PHONE: (910) 457-7927 Fort Johnston’s Garrison House turns into the ‘Scarrison House’ for Halloween 2017.

Southport’s spirits will be gathering at the Fort Johnston-Southport Museum. Be prepared to meet ghosts of pirates, sea captains, soldiers, weeping women and more.

History isn’t so scary…or is it? A youth friendly version will be held Saturday afternoon. Scarrison for teens and adults will be from 6-10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Child-friendly Scarrison will be from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

5TH BIRTHDAY BASH

Come out and celebrate with Southport Magazine on October 27th at 7pm, Yacht Basin Eatery. There will be live music by the Christine Martinez Band and the Goateez. Costume contests, goody prizes and fun for all!

HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST!

Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room – 105 N. Howe Street, Southport. October 25th, 5-8pm. ALSO: Wine Club is every Wednesday in Southport! Wine Club Members, stop on by for your complimentary glass of wine and enjoy the camaraderie. Potluck dishes and snacks welcome!

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Ashley and Carlos Valdes, Julia Warfel and her pirate-in-training, grandson, Mason Warfel. on their boat - Tidechaser. Courtesy of Southport Yacht Club

SPOOKTACKULAR

Friday, October 27, 2017 FREE, Oak Island Recreation Center 3003 East Oak Island Drive, Oak Island 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Come out to Spooktackular and enjoy some Halloween Fun with the family! We will have Games, Entertainment, Costume Contest, Vendors with Special Treats, and plenty of Candy for everyone!

EGGSTRASPOOKY

Flashlight Egg Hunt Saturday, October 28, 2017 Middleton Park Soccer Field (46th Street SE, Oak Island, NC) Ages 1 – 3 @ 6:15 p.m. Ages 4 – 6 @ 6:30 p.m. Ages 7 – 10 @ 6:45 p.m. FREE Come and find Orange & Black Eggs our Furry Friend has hidden for you this year!

Make sure to come dressed in your favorite costume ready for the hunt!

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Saturday, October 28, 2017 Middleton Park Soccer Field (46th Street SE, Oak Island, NC) 7:00 p.m. FREE Grab your blanket and lawn chairs and Enjoy a fun movie by the Sea! Showing: Trolls Rated: PG

HALLOWEEN GHOST SHIP

Oct 28, 2017 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport

ADDRESS: 204 E Moore St. , Southport PHONE: (910) 457-0003 Mariners of all ages will enjoy tales of lost souls, pirates, and other mysteries along the Lower Cape Fear, at the NC Maritime Museum at Southport. Get into the spirit as you design and create your own trick or treat bags. Families will enjoy working together to make spooky ghosts and spiders to hang around the house! Hauntingly good refreshments will be loved by every goblin and ghoul. Appropriate for all ages.

Fee: $7 per person. Call the Museum at 910-457-0003 to register. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport, 204 E. Moore St. Southport, NC 28461. www.ncmaritimemuseumsouthport.com.

KING MACKEREL TOURNAMENT

The 39th Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament is right around the corner.

This year’s tournament will be October 5th – 7th at the Southport Marina. The U.S. Open is one of the largest king mackerel tournaments on the East Coast of the United States. In 2016, the tournament attracted 464 boats and paid out over $250,000.

The Tournament has an all cash guaranteed prize structure that is not based on participation numbers. The tournament pays 55 places in its primary prize category including $25,000 for the largest king mackerel. Thirty-five sponsors such as the Primary Sponsor, Southport Marina and

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Two notable prizes include the Daily Aggregate Weight Prizes and Junior Angler Awards. The Daily Aggregate Weight Prizes are sponsored by Sea//Tow and Dosher Memorial Hospital. Each day a $1,000 Aggregate Prize will be given to the boat that catches the most poundage from combining the weights from two or three fish. The Aggregate Prize will be part of the Primary Prize Category.

During the Awards Ceremony, The Junior Angler Awards sponsored by Orpine Boat Soap and Dutchman Creek Bait & Tackle will be presented to all Junior Anglers (children age 14 and under). Every registered Junior Angler present at the ceremony will receive an award to recognize those young anglers in the tournament. In addition, Junior Anglers will compete for Junior Angler Aggregate Prizes sponsored

by LPM Homes.

New for 2017, is the return of the SKA (Southern Kingfish Association) and the creation of a Senior Angler Aggregate Prize sponsored by Dutchman Creek Bait & Tackle.

If you don’t fish, come out and join us for the fun and entertainment on both Thursday and Saturday night. Thursday night catch The Groove Pirates from 4:00pm-7:00pm playing rock, blues, country and oldies. Blindside will be taking the stage Saturday night from 4:30pm-7pm with your favorite Rock and Roll covers.

Food will be available for purchase on Saturday, from 11:00am-7:00pm with Wallace Catering serving up Fish or Shrimp Baskets for $7 and sausage, onions & peppers or BBQ sandwiches for $4. On Thursday from 3pm-7pm and Friday from 11am-4pm Port City Puffs n Stuff Food Truck will be onsite selling broiled lump crab cake sliders - $3.50, cream of crab soup - $5, and apple cake muffins - $2.

To quench your thirst, adult beverages sponsored by R.A. Jeffrey’s, distributor of Anheuser-Busch beer, will also be served available daily.

If you can’t make it to the tournament, make sure you check out PointClickFish. com streaming weigh-ins at the scales LIVE from the tournament on Friday from 2pm5pm and Saturday from 2pm-4pm. You can pick up the link to the live feed at http:// www.usopenkmtlive.com/ Friday morning from 7:00am-9:00am is a great time to watch the excitement as the boats rush to checkout at from the Cape Fear River, Little River Inlet, Holden Beach Marina, Masonboro Inlet and Snows Cut.

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The action really gets exciting between 3:00pm and 4:00pm when the boats line up to weigh in at Southport Marina before the scales close. Have some refreshments, buy a T-shirt and enjoy the fun. Saturday’s fishing is over at 4:00pm with the awards ceremony at 7:00pm.

This year’s tournament will be held October 6th and 7th at the Southport Marina, Southport, North Carolina with registration on Thursday, October 5th from 10am until midnight.

Tournament details are available on our website, www.usopenkmt.com, or for a brochure contact the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, 4433 Long Beach Road, SE, Southport, NC 28461.

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LOOKING BACK Ghostly Tales

Bump in the Night... The Haunting Women of Southport still roam these parts STORY BY: KASS FINCHER

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n a town as old as Southport, with a somewhat storied maritime past, it’s no wonder that tales of ghostly sightings contribute to our local folklore. Stories about the spirits of captains, sailors, soldiers and pirates are to be expected, but less is known about the lovely ladies haunting our region.

In their book, Cape Fear’s Haunting Women, Emily and Joseph Toone share many stories of women still hanging around our area, either in spirit or through their earthly legacy. In proper journalism parlance, their stories are “unverified,” but that doesn’t mean they aren’t true.

Several of the stories are set in the Civil War era. It was an important period for our region because the Cape Fear River was a major thoroughfare for supplies to the Confederacy. Blockade runners raced in the dark of night past Union boats anchored outside the mouth of the river. Drama and danger became a daily experience for men on both sides of the war, and their women shared in it.

THE CONJURE WOMAN

In 1863, the Confederate fortifications on the Cape Fear were strengthened with the construction of Fort Holmes on what is now Bald Head Island. Slaves from the mainland were brought over to provide the labor – men to build the fort and women to do the cooking. They were all zealously watched by the overseer to ensure none of the slaves died or escaped.

One of the slaves, dubbed the Conjure Woman, was known for her “magical” potions, brews and teas. She claimed to have been a voodoo priestess from the backwoods bayous of Louisiana. Her former master’s wife and son had died after drinking one of her potions. The Conjure Woman claimed it was not her doing; it was simply their souls desiring to leave this earth.

Known on the island for her magical powers, the Conjure Woman was once approached by another slave woman holding her baby, who begged her to help her fam-

ily escape. Following the Conjure Woman’s instructions, the woman, her husband and baby arrived at midnight to drink a special potion. Afterward, they were to run through the woods and head to a spot near the water where they could see the stars. After arriving at the right location, the three looked up at the stars and began to shake violently.

Holding the baby between them, the three watched horrified as their feet began to transform into roots, digging into the soft soil. Within minutes a beautiful live oak tree emerged, with three trunks entwined as if in an embrace. Fulfilling their souls’ desires to never leave Bald Head Island, the tree still stands today.

And the Conjure Woman never left either, transforming herself into a stately Palmetto tree.

THE THOMPSON WIDOW’S WALK

Theresa Morse met the handsome blockade runner captain Thomas Thompson at her produce stall in Southport one sunny day during the war. They married not long after and moved to the beautiful home on Bay Street that boasted a cupola over the widow’s walk – a finishing touch Captain Thompson had added to protect his bride from the elements as she watched for her husband’s boat.

But one stormy night, as Theresa watched for his boat, a cryptic message appeared on the cupola window.

“Again I’ve come to take what’s dear.

From those who challenge the river of fear. Take heed and learn from this storm that brings fright. Or I’ll take again on a distant night.”

Theresa’s heart sank – she knew this meant Thomas wasn’t coming home. Just

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as her brother Michael had been taken by Devastated, Theresa knew her sons the river, so had her beloved Thomas. were lost. Four men of her family, all taken by the river spirits. She decided at that Left with two small sons – Adare and Jo- moment to not allow others to be lost, to seph – Theresa carried on bravely, trying forever guide those coming into the river. to interest them in becoming farmers like She raised her lantern and wrote her own she had been. But they were determined message, vowing to warn sailors for generto be river pilots; it was their calling. So ations to come. when they became young men, Theresa “If perhaps you look this way towards helped them get started by locating their land. And see me walk with lantern in business close to the mouth of the river, on hand, Then know that your life is in immiBald Head Island. nent danger. And heed the words of this Because they were so close to the ocean long dead stranger. To move to safe harand could spot and get to the incoming bor before it’s too late. Or the river will boats first, her sons became the most ensure that death be your fate.” successful river pilots in town. But on HalTheresa died that very night, but her loween Day of 1899, their fortunes would guidance remains. For many years, sailors change. Theresa sensed the coming disas- coming in from sea looked to the widow’s ter before it arrived – a terrible hurricane walk at the Thompson House, seeking swept through the area. In the stormy Theresa’s swaying lantern as a warning signight, as Theresa paced in the cupola, a nal to come ashore. mysterious message appeared again on her window.

FOUR SISTERS OF THE GROVE “I promised to take if you didn’t learn.

Avery Durney, the commander of Fort But my message and warning you chose Johnson in 1875, ran a tight ship at home to spurn. So what I promised has come and at the fort. His wife had died and left to pass, Perhaps you’ll learn the lesson at him to raise four daughters alone. They last.” had been named after flowers, because

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each had been so perfect at birth. Jasmine, Daisy, Camille and Rose were happy youngsters who enjoyed playing on the river’s shore across from the fort, where their father kept a protective eye on them from his office.

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As he held a gun to his head, suddenly four apparitions appeared. They were his daughters. They reached out to him and begged him not to do it, to remember how they had happily lived their lives and to please not end his own.

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Durney had a moment of ambivalence, recalling how he had tried to honor their memory by planting four live oak trees in the Grove. The girls laughed and agreed it was their favorite spot. Just as they turned to admire the trees, a terrible shaking began; other trees all around the Grove were uprooted. Durney tried to grab something to hold onto, but he fell down and the gun went off.

The earthquake of September 1, 1886 took Avery Durney’s life. His spirit, however, joined his wife and daughters, and they can be seen at times walking hand in hand in the Grove, just under the Four Sisters live oaks.

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SHOWCASE A Tour De Force!

Nationally acclaimed Symphonic Winds blow into town along with Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band!

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ationally acclaimed Wilmington Symphonic Winds will be playing a one day concert at the Odell Williamson Auditorium. October 29th at 4:30pm. The Program is called “Tour de Force”” and is free to the public, but you have to reserve your seats, as it’s expected to sell out.

NATIONALLY ACCLAIMED WILMINGTON SYMPHONIC WINDS TO APPEAR AT ODELL WILLIAMSON AUDITORIUM (BRSUNWICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE): PROGRAM TITLED “TOUR DE FORCE” SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29TH AT 4:30 PM FREE ADMISSION (a $20.00 value) courtesy of BCC and grants. Seating is first come, first served.

Founded in 2014, this nationally acclaimed sixty-five member concert band consist of musicians from the Wilmington Symphony and Long Bay Symphony Orchestras, United States Marine Band, Brunswick and Myrtle Beach Concert Bands, university faculty of UNCW and CCU and regional professional musicians.

The ensemble is making their premiere performance at Odell Wiliamson Auditorium featuring a Washington D.C military band-style repertoire. If you like the armed service concert bands from Washington, D.C., you will love the Wilmington Symphonic Winds The concert is FREE, designed expose a wide geographical area to this extraordinary group.

Tom Smicklas will be directing the Wilmington Symphonic Winds for this program.

Also featured will be guest director Dominic Talanca, the Director of Bands at The University of North Carolina – Wilmington.

Follow the WSW on Facebook: Wilmington Symphonic Winds or their web site: www.wilmingtonsymphonicwinds.com Program Includes: • The National Anthem (Sousa arrangement)

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Lola Flores (Spanish march) Zampa the Pirate Overture (Herold), a virtuoso showpiece from the 19th century The National Game (Sousa march) Yosemite Autumn (Mark Camphouse , internationally renowned composer) French National Defile (march – featured as the script Ohio tune by the Ohio State University Band) Jalousie (famous tango by Gade) West Side Story Medley (as arranged for the Boston Pops Orchestra) The Battle Hymn of the Republic (arranged by Carmen Dragon for the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra) Finale from Symphony No. 1 (Kallinikov – a tour de force of technique and sound from Russia /1890s)

eted their popularity, garnering a loyal fan base. Playing to sold out audiences and packed houses at private engagements and major venues across the country including House of Blues, the legendary Daryl Hall’s Club, and a one week residency at Epcot for Disney’s wildly popular Sounds Like Summer concert series, Rumours has earned its place as one of the top tribute bands around today.

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RUMOURS TRIBUTE BAND

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Forget Pumpkin Spice Season, it’s

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KITCHEN Pumpkin Delights Mini-pumpkins are not only cute, but make the perfect holiday treat.

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Serves: 6 servings INGREDIENTS 6 mini pumpkins 1 C uncooked quinoa 2 C vegetable broth 1 Tbsp plus 2 tsp olive oil 8 oz sliced button mushrooms 1 C chopped leeks 1 clove minced garlic

⅛ tsp rosemary ¼ tsp thyme ⅓ C dry white wine ½ tsp salt ⅛ tsp black pepper Order Ingredients Powered by Chicory INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven to 400º F. Meanwhile, cut the tops off of 6 mini pumpkins and remove the seeds. The seeds can be discarded, but they can also be reserved for roasting, much like larger pumpkin seeds.

Lightly brush olive oil over the insides and

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KITCHEN outsides of the pumpkin bottoms and tops and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Bake for 25-30 minutes with the tops on the pumpkins. The pumpkins are done when the inner flesh is tender.

After placing the pumpkins in the oven, make the quinoa. First rinse the quinoa well and then combine 1 cup of quinoa in a sauce pan with 2 cups of vegetable broth.

Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook covered until all of the liquid is absorbed. This will take 15 to 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, sauté the mushrooms and leeks in 2 teaspoons of olive oil for about 5 minutes, or until tender. Add the garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the pan and cook 1 more minute. Next, add the white wine and cook until the wine is mostly evaporated. Season with the salt and pepper. By now the quinoa should be done cooking.

Measure 2 cups of cooked quinoa into the skillet with the mushrooms and leeks. Stir to evenly combine.

Remove the cooked pumpkins from the oven and spoon the quinoa pilaf evenly into each pumpkin. Consider garnishing with a little parsley for added color. Serve immediately.

ROASTED GARLIC SAGE PESTO PUMPKIN SOUP WITH SPICY FRIED PUMPKIN SEEDS

INGREDIENTS 1 in large sugar or pie pumpkin cut half and seeds removed and reserved (plus 4 small ones if you are making the pumpkin bowls) 1 tablespoon olive oil salt and pepper 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 small shallots chopped 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup coconut milk + 1 cup water 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup pinch of crushed red pepper flakes Sage Pesto 1 clove head garlic 1 cup fresh parsley 1/2 cup fresh sage 1/4 cup shelled pistachios 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese if you do not like blue cheese sub feta or parmesan 1/4 teaspoon pepper Fried Pumpkin Seeds 1 tablespoon coconut milk 1 tablespoon flour reserved pumpkin seeds from above 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

1/4 teaspoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon pepper lots of salt to your tasting Order Ingredients Powered by Chicory INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut your pumpkin in half or into fourths and reserve the pumpkin seeds for later.

Place the pumpkin on a baking sheet and rub the pumpkin with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Chop off the top portion of the garlic head to reveal cloves. Peel any excess paper/skin off from the bulb of garlic. Pour about a teaspoon of olive oil on top the garlic cloves and cover with foil. Roast both the pumpkin and garlic together on the same baking sheet for 45 minutes, or until the pumpkin is fork tender and the garlic golden brown and soft. Remove from the oven and allow everything to cool five minutes. Squeeze garlic out of the paper skin into a small bowl and mash well with a fork, set aside.

Grab the pumpkin and add it to a food processor (or mash extremely well) and puree with 1 cup of the chicken broth, puree until completely smooth.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the butter and shallots. Saute the shallots until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the thyme and cook another 30 seconds. Add the pumpkin puree, remaining chicken, coconut milk, water, cayenne, nutmeg, maple syrup and crushed red pepper. Bring the soup to a low simmer and simmer 15-20 minutes.

While the soup cooks make the pesto.

Add the roasted garlic, parsley, sage and pistachios to the bowl of a food processor.

Pulse until finely chopped and then stream in the olive oil. Add the cheese and pulse a few more time until combined. Season with salt and pepper.

Upcoming issues of Southport Magazine To fry the pumpkin seeds. Add the reserved pumpkin seeds to a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon coconut milk and 1 tablespoon flour. In a small bowl combine the chipotle chili powder, pepper and brown sugar. Place a skillet on the stove top and set to medium heat, add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the pumpkin seeds into the pan, but be careful! Stir the pumpkin seeds around in the skillet with a spoon or spatula continuously until they expand and start to brown. Once the seeds are browned remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel to drain. Toss with the chili powder and a good pinch of salt. Taste and season accordingly.

To assemble the soup, ladle the soup into bowls (or your roasted pumpkins) and top each bowl with a dollop of pesto, a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds and if desired drizzle with coconut milk. Start slurpin!

To make the roasted pumpkin soup bowls. Remove the tops of the pumpkin and scoop out the seeds. Rub the insides of the pumpkins with olive oil, salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-30 minutes or just until soft to touch but not falling in.

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SAVOR Ports of Call Bistro

International Flavor with Southern Charm STORY BY KASS FINCHER

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f there was ever a business that followed the “think globally, act locally” mantra, it would be Ports of Call Bistro in downtown Southport. The international menu reflects dishes from around the world; the actual ingredients are often sourced locally. In celebrating “the world on your plate,” the staff at Ports of Call Bistro seeks each day to deliver a unique, eclectic experience in fine dining.

When Bistro founders Jake Pfohl and Ray Acayan visited Southport for the first time in 2005, they were struck by the beauty, culture and community spirit our town offers. As New York City residents, they had always enjoyed the diversity and variety of their neighborhood bistros and the cultures they represented. That experience inspired them to consider opening their own restaurant, and by 2011 they came to Southport and did just that.

Both the owners bring many world travel experiences to their cuisine concepts.

Acayan was born in the Phillipines and moved to New York as an adult to work in various financial institutions. Pfohl traveled the world extensively for 35 years and worked for several non-profits, mostly in the public health arena, with a focus on water supplies and sanitation. He also worked for City Harvest, a non-profit in New York that saves over 200 million pounds of food from restaurants, grocery stores and farmers’ markets and delivers that food to over 1200 soup kitchens.

The owners’ love for cuisine from around the world translates to wonderful selections on the menu at the Bistro. The two chefs – Joseph Stolz and Gregory Feltz – trained at Le Cordon Bleu, the largest culinary program in the world with schools on five continents. They create the seasonal menus that are built around local ingredients. Some of the most popular entrees include the short ribs, chicken paella, chicken francesa and pan-seared mahi.

The tapas menu is a favorite as well, with mouth-watering items like Korean wings, fried oysters and Turkish beef kabobs with tzatsiki sauce.

Pfohl describes some of their newer of-

The owners’ love for cuisine from around the world translates to wonderful selections on the menu at the Bistro. ferings. “We’ve been experimenting with chef’s tasting dinners. We’ve done three of them now and will probably offer another soon. It’s usually a four-course meal, more exciting than your typical fine dining experience. The chefs combine different ingredients for a unique result. They recently made an avocado dessert – a creamy flavored ice cream with chocolate.”

To round out their chef’s dinners, the Bistro recently searched for a local vineyard with which to partner. They found a small estate winery in the Yadkin Valley – Jones von Drehle Vineyard and Winery – that produces excellent classical dry French wines exclusively from its own grapes. Always searching for local sources for their cuisine, the Bistro works with Carolina Farmin’ and other local fish and produce providers.

All of the Bistro’s specials and upcoming events are updated on Facebook each day. And most Wednesday evenings feature live music. Recent bookings have included the duo of Jay Kilman and Carrie Schauble, who also play Sunday brunches on occasion.

The Bistro was the location for a scene in the Safe Haven movie filmed here in Southport, with actors Julianne Hough and Josh Duhamel enjoying an intimate dinner

there. Director Lasse Hallstrom ate there many times as well; the Bistro chefs were happy to prepare his favorite vegan meals.

Maps from all over the world adorn the walls and tables. And one wall houses glassware, pottery and other items for sale – all collected from the owners’ travels.

In summing up how they view their niche, Pfohl relates that their world experiences define the concept, but their people create the result. “It’s all about exploring other cultures through food. But we also try to create an ambiance that’s enjoyable. It’s important that our servers be themselves, let their personalities come through to create a friendly atmosphere. When paired with excellent food, that’s what makes the experience enjoyable.”

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GHOST WALK Ghostly Walk through Southport

Old Southport Tour Company Enchants Visitors with Historic Ghostly Walk STORY BY AMI BROWN

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f you want to learn a bit of Southport history, have fun, and maybe get a little scared, I highly recommend the Old South Tour’s Ghost Walk with Katie. Last Friday night I had the pleasure of joining in with more than twenty tourists, all from Concord, NC. More specifically, a Sunday School group from Parkwood Baptist Church, attending a conference on Oak Island. And this wasn’t their first time on the tour!

If you are a resident of Southport, then I’m sure you have seen Katie Compton-Boyd. You know the beautiful young woman that walks through town wearing a black mourning dress reminiscent of the Victorian period.

Whittler’s Bench is the meeting place - 8pm is the magic witching hour to start the adventure.

I showed up a few minutes early to do my interview before heading into the darkness of a haunted tour. Katie arrived in a cute little convertible, fully dressed in her evening wear - ready to go. As I watched the crowd gather, she is definitely a bit of a celebrity.

Photos , selfies and lots of questions by passers-by.

You can tell she completely loves what she does. And she’s been doing this for almost 15 years. She started Old South Tour Company back in 2004, and loves every minute of it.

Katie said she had the idea when she needed to get a Summer job. She didn’t want just any job, but one that meant something.

She loves folk-lore, history and story-telling. She’s got a knack for it too.

She majored in History, Oral Interpre-

tation and Southern Literature. Seems like she does have the perfect job.

“I wanted to do something for the whole family, so they are not just sitting around. I also wanted to create something a grandfather could do and enjoy along side his 10 year old grandchild”, she tells me.

“Story-telling is a dying art, so many stories are lost to time. There was no keeper of the flame in Southport.”

Katie has created a walking tour of Southport, to include folk-lore, stories and lots of history. She really knows her stuff! She has lived here her whole life too, a true native.

She brings history to life with a bit of a twist. She incorporates ghostly tales with history and makes it really entertaining.

The half mile walk through Southport is fine for all ages. The tour keeps you on the flat sidewalks or grassy areas. There are no hills or steps to worry about. I would recommend bringing a flashlight (I used my phone light a couple times). But she carries a lantern for an authentic experience.

I was excited to do this tour, so were the twenty - plus tourists in town. I

“I wanted to do something for the whole family, so they are not just sitting around. I also wanted to create something a grandfather could do and enjoy along side his 10 year old grand-child”, she tells me.

“Story-telling is a dying breed, so many stories are lost to time. There was no keeper of the flame in

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even had the Mayor of Trails End Kentucky - Eddie Middleton in our group.

II think he may be a bit of a celebrity back at home. He was also a former member of the church that had come for the conference as well.

The tour takes just over an hour or so depending on how many questions might pop up. It was a hot night, but there was a cool breeze as we got closer to the waterfront which was nice.

We started out the tour heading up Howe Street and turning into Franklin Square Park. Katie is quick to tell you that “Franklin” is NOT Benjamin Franklin as most people assume. She tells the story of how the rock wall came to be and some other pretty fascinating facts about the park.

The shadows of the huge Live Oak trees play with your sense of reality, and out of the corner of my eye, I kept seeing movement, imagination or was

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GHOST WALK

The Old Brunswick Jail seems to have a flourish of “Spirit” activity, there are plenty of old stories to tell here!

The oak huge trees create weird shadows all through Franklin Square Park at night- to give it just enough of a spooky vibe and bring up the goose bumps.

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it my ghostly neighbors?

There are about 7 or 8 stops on the tour and one of the most exciting one was the Old Brunswick Jail House.

When we got there the spot light was on. It decided to turn off as we approached. Katie said this happens all the time. It’s not a motion sensor light, but it seemed to have a mind of it’s own. Although when we were at a distance - it was fine. Not until she started the ghostly tales, did it start to misbehave and flicker.

It continued to blink randomly as she spoke. As we left the area, it stopped and was solid again. Was this a coincidence? Maybe.... but it did make the entire tour group chatter about it as we walked away.

I don’t want to spoil any part of this experience so I don’t want to give you any details of the stories - that’s Katie’s job. I would definitely recommend the tour, for locals, tourists, kids of all ages and adults.

The most uneasy I felt is when we went to the Old Smithville Burying Grounds. I already mentioned it was a really hot and clammy night.. that is until we stopped by the fence at the graveyard. All of a sudden it felt a bit cooler... the air was still... and a weird sense that someone might be watching us.

The Restless Spirit World of Southport seems to enjoy having a haunted tour...and let’s hope they continue to play along nicely!

Katie proceeded to tell of the hauntings here and how many people on tours have caught ghostly images with their cameras at the grave sides. She has seen the ghost of a women here many times. And she warned us that if she starts running - we better do the same.

The uneasy feeling was just enough to make the hair on the back of my neck stand up.

Katie did end the tour on a good note and story - about the River Pilots.

So that should keep any bad dreams at bay for anyone. I thoroughly enjoyed this tour and will be bringing guests back next time for sure.

Thanks Katie!

The Old Brunswick Inn of course had a ghostly tale, which seems to be one of the oldest and most recognized stories on the tour.

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BIZ Q & A

Owners, Kim Anne Russ & Pamela French Frandano

Seasonal, Vacation, and Forever Homes Offered at Southport Realty

Stroll by and Stop in! Southport Realty is ready to Welcome You Home!

STORY BY LESLIE FOSTER

L

ocated within the historic Thompson-Williamson house with a perfect view of the Cape Fear River, it’s easy to find yourself skipping up the porch steps of Southport Realty to check out their real estate listings. This family based, full service real estate company has two locations, both on Howe Street, to fill the needs of both commercial and residential clients.

Their agents are well trained and have varied specialties which custom fit their client’s desires. Looking for a historic property downtown or new construction off the 211 corridor? Or perhaps you are looking to rent a home for a season.

Whatever your need may be, an agent at Southport Reality can match your desire with an agent who specializes in just what you are looking for in a home.

The charm of Southport is evident in the homes that were built here many

years ago. Front porches, welcoming front doors, lots of windows, picket fences and new construction around Southport reflects that charm. The owners and agents who know our town and the surrounding communities so well are eager to find you a property where the welcome mat, a swing, and a screen front door are there to welcome you and your family home. And all the better if that porch door squeaks!

Welcome Home!

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1. Southport Realty has two offices in Southport. Do the offices offer different real estate services?

We handle residential and commercial sales at both offices. Our rental department is located at 727 N. Howe Street, which provides property management services. In 2005, we opened the second office to accommodate our growing business.

2. Timeline: Share the history of Southport Realty?

Mary Anne Russ, the mother of one of the current owners Kim Anne, started Southport Realty in January 2001 after working in real estate for many years in Southport. Mary Anne retired in 2007 and sold Southport Realty to the current owners, Kim Anne Russ and Pamela Frandano.

The current owners follow her vision of providing personal service and community involvement.

3. Education is a fundamental building block for your agents. Tell us more....

We pride ourselves on having a wonderful group of agents that come from a variety of backgrounds. We have agents with specialized knowledge in local historic properties; construction, commercial, investment and land just to name a few.

We frequently rely on the expertise of our team to meet the individual needs of each client. In addition, most of our agents have one or more designations ranging from SRES, Senior Real Estate Specialist to GRI, Graduate Realtor® Institute.

4. As a Southport resident, I see more and more lots for sale downtown with custom cottages being built upon them. Is this a trend in the market that excites you?

Yes! The new homes that are being built with respect to Southport’s historical architecture and charm enhance our downtown for residents and visitors. It’s a big part of our thriving downtown. It’s also exciting to watch many of the historic homes being restored to their former glory. The people buying downtown lots are bringing progress, but it hasn’t taken away our historic charm.

5. What does the future of Southport real estate look like from where you sit?

One of the biggest challenges we’ve faced in recent years is a lack of inventory.

More people desire homes than we have available. Prices in the Historic District of Southport trend higher because of this.

Fortunately, the Southport area offers a wide variety of communities at different price points. That is why we see growth coming from the 211 corridor, Boiling Spring Lakes, and Oak Island where inventory is steadily increasing.

6. In your opinion what is the single best improvement that a homeowner can make to increase the value of their home?

A desirable kitchen is number one on most buyers’ lists. Experts agree, improvements in the kitchen increase the value of a home. From a real estate listing perspective, first, de-cluttering and cleaning inside and outside yields results. Second, simple improvements such as a fresh coat of paint, where needed, make it easier for buyers to envision themselves in your home.

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BIZ Q & A 7. Are you a Southport native? If not, what drew you to this area and what drew you to the neighborhood you call home?

Kim Anne enjoyed a small town childhood growing up in the Historic District of Southport. Pamela relocated here 14 years ago to work in real estate and raise her children in a small town. They both live a stone’s throw from downtown and love living near the Cape Fear River!

8. Rentals: Either seasonal or long term, do you carry these in your real estate portfolio?

Yes, we manage over 300 long-term residential and commercial rentals throughout Brunswick County. We also manage several vacation rentals in Historic Southport. One trend we have seen increase in recent years is visiting snowbirds, those escaping to Southport for a few months in the winter.

9. How many agents does Southport Realty employ?

We have over 25 brokers, some fulltime and some part-time. We are proud to be locally owned and consider our team family!

3. Favorite genre of music?

Kim Anne and Pamela love classic rock & country.

4. Favorite place to travel?

FUN QUESTIONS! 1. Favorite food?

Kim Anne’s favorite food is fresh local seafood. Pamela’s favorites are any comfort foods.

2. Favorite book?

We are fortunate to have the Friends of the Library occupy space at our 727 N. Howe Street office. This provides us with an endless supply of books. We both love to read!

Kim Anne loves to travel to Florida and the Islands, anywhere warm and sunny! Pamela loves the mountains.

5. Favorite thing about Southport?

Kim Anne loves to fish, so the vast opportunities to be on the water!

Pamela loves to walk or ride her bike through town!

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CHEERS These booths quickly grew into tents and have become a staple of Oktoberfest. The beers traditionally served have been Marzen-style lagers, owing to the late September into early October timing of the festival. Yes, Oktoberfest happens largely in September.

The weather is better, ok?

Traditional Marzen beers are brewed in March (Marz is German for March) and left to age at a cool temperature, a process called “lagering,” until the fall when they are tapped and enjoyed at Oktoberfest. These brews can be anything from a light-bodied pale yellow to a full-bodied, deep amber, leaving plenty of room for each brewer to put its own stamp on the style.

Plenty of American breweries have thrown their hats in the Oktoberfest ring and I’ve sampled five of them along with one of Munich’s own. Some are great, some are blah. Here’s how it went: SARANAC 1888 OCTOBERFEST LAGER 5.4 ABV 20 IBU

OKTOBERFEST... PROST!

That’s CHEERS to most of us, and here’s the low down on the best beers to celebrate this long-time German tradition.

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The label says: “Toasty, Malt, Octobery. An authentic German-style lager passed down through four generations. One sip will send you straight to Munich.” Sadly, this one loses points for spelling Okctoberfest with a “c”.

For shame.

My take: Light Amber. Poured with a nice head, but it dissipated quickly.

Nice malty aroma. A little fruity. Easy to drink, in that it doesn’t have a very strong flavor at all. Moderately fizzy.

Would pair well with sausages or kraut.

HIGHLAND BREWING COMPANY

ktoberfest began in 1810 as a public celebration of the wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig to CLAWHAMMER OKTOBERFEST Princess Theresa for the people of Munich on the fields in front of the city gates. The festivities LAGER included a horse race that proved so popular that the city held it again the same week the following 5% ABV IBU 25 The label says: “A world-renowned year. Germans love a party and have kept up the tradition ever since, expanding it to include carnival celebration inspired our golden, rides, an agricultural festival and, best of all, beer booths featuring local brewers. toasty, rich, and full-bodied Marzenstyle lager brewed with traditional German malt and the finest noble hops. A spicy hop aroma and finish balance the abundant malt flavor. En-

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CHEERS

SHINER MARZENSTYLE OKTOBERFEST 5.7 % ABV 18 IBU

joy autumn with a traditional Oktoberfest.” (points for the Oxford comma) My Take: A bit darker amber with more hoppiness than the Saranac, but not a hoppy beer by any means. Moderately fizzy. More substantial than Saranac. Lingers on the palate longer, and it’s a good linger. This was my favorite of the bunch, but I’m a darker beer guy, so there’s that.

LEINENKUGEL’S OKTOBERFEST GERMAN STYLE MARZEN BEER 5.1 % ABV IBU 20

The label says: Well, nothing really, aside from the name.

My Take: Darker amber color. Nice head that stayed put. Not much aroma. Much hoppier and less malty than Saranac and Highland’s varieties. Advertised as “rich and malty” on the website, but it is in reality much less of either than the others. Only has an IBU of 20, putting it on par with Saranac, but it tastes much more hop-forward

and less malty/bready/rich. It’s much more bitter than a Marzen has any right to be. Almost skunky. Wouldn’t buy again.

The Label Says: “A deliciously Festive seasonal Ale. Here in Shiner, Texas, we’re suckers for tradition. Which is why this classic Oktoberfest brew is made with the finest quality tworow barley, Munich and caramel hops, along with German-grown Hallertau Tradition and Hersbrucker hops. It’s our way of honoring our ancestors and the beer they loved to celebrate with.

So raise your stein to tradition and enjoy this utterly classic brew.”

My Take: Medium amber color with a nice, stable head. Malty aroma. My second favorite of the bunch. Nicely carbonated. The maltiness stays with you after you swallow, but in the most pleasant of ways. I can imagine this with a bratwurst easily. Smooth and easy to drink, yet bold and satisfying.

Wondering about the “ale” designation on the label, though. Marzens are traditionally lagers and this isn’t different from the rest to make me think it’s actually an ale. I’m guessing they just liked the way “ale” sounded on the label and went with it.

SIERRA NEVADA OKTOBERFEST 6.1% ABV 30 IBU

HOFBRAU OKTOBERFEST 6.3% ABV

The Label Says: “We’ve partnered with Brauhaus Miltenberger, one of Germany’s most highly regarded craft brewers, to create an authentic festival beer for your Oktoberfest celebrations right here at home. We’re focusing on a depth of complex flavor in this amber lager, using traditional techniques to create layers of rich malt notes that remain light and crisp.”

My Take: A bit lighter amber with a nice, stable head. Malty aroma and taste with just the right amount of bite at the end. I guess that’s the “light and crisp” they mention. Higher IBU than the Leinenkugel, but somehow much less offensively bitter, this bite fits and is balanced with a strong malt presence that the Leinenkugel lacked.

The only actual German Oktoberfest beer I reviewed, and it’s even brewed in Munich, home of Oktoberfest.

The Label Says: “Hofbrau Munchen is one of a selected group of breweries granted the privilege of supplying the Oktoberfest with their products.

Using the highest quality ingredients, HB’s Oktoberfest Specialty has its own distinctive and unmistakable taste.”

My Take: Light yellow color with lots of head foam. Not as malty as the American brews I’ve tried, but also not prominently hoppy. It’s a nice, quiet, drinkable beer that I can imagine enjoying all day. Though at 6.3% ABV, it would take some staying power.

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ART BEAT Whimsical Witches Ann Thompson delights us with her wonderful world of wicked fun STORY AND PHOTOS BY CARLA EDSTROM

H

alloween will always represent the best part of my childhood.

As a kid in the 1970’s and 80’s, Halloween was like a treasure hunt searching for the houses with the best candy. I have such fond memories of running around town with my friends for hours getting treats until crabby old people would tell us it was time to go home. I had this huge plastic pumpkin that I schlepped around town that held all the candy and it was my goal to not go home until it was full and weighed at least 15 pounds.

Our costumes were basically awful. They had to fit over our winter coats because it was usually cold on October 31st in Illinois.

There were no girls wearing $100 Disney princess dresses. Honestly, our costumes were probably dangerous, made from flammable fabrics and the hard plastic masks that you couldn’t see or breathe out of. And it would stick to your face with a flimsy rubber band wrapped around your head. My favorite costume was probably my last year trick or treating. After whining about my past lame costumes, my mom dug out her nurses training uniform from 1950 for me to wear.

My friends and I were excited to have decent costumes that year. Mary was a nun wearing the traditional black habit, and Jena’s costume was of a skeleton. She really got creative in her costume design that year, wearing a black sweat suit with a life size glow in the dark and fully jointed paper skeleton pinned to it. It was hilarious watching her walk through the yards glowing. Especially when she tripped and fell because we didn’t carry flashlights and we couldn’t see a thing except her skeleton.

Designing the costumes for the witches she paints is what artist Ann Thompson loves most about her Halloween paintings. “I think I am designing their clothes,” laughs Thompson, who lives in St. James.

Thompson is all about the details with each dress and suit adorning the people she

creates, and the witches are no exception.

Each witch is created and dressed in meticulous detail. Even the shoes and socks are fitted and matched perfectly with a touch of whimsy and infused with magic.

Brightly painted toenails and bulky necklaces are what her witches are wearing this season. Cats are a mainstay in most of her paintings, and if they can ride on a witch’s broom, it’s even better. She doesn’t forget the bats, rats and crows. One of my favorite Thompson witches is Birdy, who gave up her broom to ride a raven while carrying a cat, of course.

Not only is she known for her Halloween paintings of witches, Thompson is well known for her family beach and shore scenes including Victorian house designs with the gingerbread trim and people dressed in early American styles. She has also incorporated her love of houses into her paintings including her Halloween pieces, convincing me that my next house should have three to four stories and include a widow’s peak on top, perfect for witches who need to fly away in a hurry under the full moon. “I love houses and designing all the details,” says Thompson.

“Sometimes I get irritated that I have to mess the houses up by putting people in it!”

Thompson’s talents have garnered her a prolific portfolio. In 1983, she won a cover art contest for the Saturday Evening Post

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where she won a car and ended up doing two more covers for them. For 11 years she created the Christmas card for the Missouri Botanical Gardens. She has done many commissions over the years including ACF Industries, and a painting for Ronald McDonald house in St. Louis, which was one of the most rewarding paintings she has ever done. She only started painting Halloween themes a few years ago after Lantana’s, a local Southport gallery, asked her to be their featured artist. Thompson explains, “It just happened to be in the fall, and I already had a fall themed picture I had done some years before. And apparently, the Halloween style took off. So the following year I had to add to it. And every year I have added new witches.” One of her latest witches named Fiona has a whole bunch of black cats in her care. This is very fitting since witches cannot have too many black cats.

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“I love houses and designing all the details,” says Thompson. “Sometimes I get irritated that I have to mess the houses up by putting people in it!”

Thompson has been an artist since she was a child. Her parents noticed her artistic abilities early on and inquired about art training. But they were advised to just let her go and create her own thing so she wouldn’t be overly influenced and copy the teacher. So, her parents supplied all her art materials and let her create what she saw and not what someone told her to make. This approach gave Thompson a free style that is uniquely hers and es-

tablished her as a true artist from a young age. She explains, “I started out with water color and pen and ink. Then I found Tempera, which is a nasty paint. Then I found Gouache and it’s been that ever since.”

Today, Thompson still uses the opaque type of watercolor paint so she can get that hard edge painting effect that makes her unique paintings stand out. Her advise to young artists is to “Keep drawing… painting…and keep your eyes open to the world around you and draw what you see, however you see it.”

Originally from St. Louis and growing up in White Plains, NY, Thompson has now made St. James her home for the past 14 years. You can find her original framed paintings and prints at Lantana’s Gallery and Fine gifts and Franklin Square Gallery in Southport, and at the Artisans Gallery in St. James. You can also check out her website http://annthompsonart.com. Her email is Annthompson@ec.rr.com.

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CALENDAR and make a course payment, please contact Tom Woods at the NC Extension at 910-253-2610 or by e-mail at tom_woods@ncsu.edu.

OCTOBER 3RD

Local Events OCTOBER 2

A DAY IN THE YARD

Begins October 2nd 8:00am-12:00pm $85 per participant The Brunswick County Master Gardener Volunteer Association offers a seven-week series of horticulture classes for Brunswick County residents. “A Day in the Yard,” serves as a “how to” course for residents wanting to increase their knowledge of lawn and garden maintenance in the coastal plain of the Carolinas. The class includes seven 21/2 hour segments with the proceeds from the class going to the Brunswick County Master Gardener Volunteer Association. For additional information about the course, or to pre-register

Eat better. Feel better.

Cater better.

BRUNSWICK CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE

October 3 @ 6:30 pm |Recurring Event (See all) Meets the first Tuesday of every month. Registration at 6:30 p.m.

Meeting at 7 p.m. The fate of over 400,000 Civil War captives is topic of Round Table. American Civil War prison camps were operated by both the Union and the Confederates to handle the 409,000 soldiers captured during the war from 1861 to 1865. This is only one statistic of many that are rarely mentioned when the Civil War is discussed. This and many other issues, facts and figures will be revealed when guest speaker Roger Pickenpaugh takes center stage at the Tuesday, October 3 rd meeting of the Brunswick Civil War Round Table. His topic: “Civil War-era Prisons: North and South.”

Registration and refreshments will begin at 6:30PM at Hatch Auditorium on Caswell Beach. The guest admission fee is $10, and can be applied toward the $25 annual membership dues.

Meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday of each month except June through August.

For more information about the Round Table or the upcoming meeting, contact president Mike Powell at (910) 278-3545, or email to mikepowell260@ gmail.com. Website: Brunswickcivilwarroundtable.com. You may also visit their Facebook page for interesting Round Table developments and announcements.

For the month of October the beauty counters, Estée Lauder and Clinique, at Peebles in Southport have decided to team up for Breast Cancer Awareness. Not only will it be “On Wednesday’s We Wear Pink” but we will have different themes for each Wednesday.

The themes are:

October 4: “Pink Ribbons and Pink Cheeks” with a special visit from Diane Jones from Brunswick County Health Departments Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness department.

October 14th: “Perfectly Pink Pout”

October 18th: “Perfectly Pink and Picture Perfect” featuring a visit from some of our “Queens of Hope” and photo booth and a relay for life table.

October 25: “Fight for a Cure!”

Plus, a percentage of the proceeds from all “Pink Ribbon” cosmetic items will be donated to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. We hope to see you there.

COFFEE & CONSERVATION

• We cater a variety of “eat better feel better” foods • Vegetarian options available • Sandwiches, wraps, and flatbreads

1671 Howe St. #1A • (910) 363-4908 Mon - Sat 8 am to 8 pm Sun 9 am to 5 pm

First Tuesday of Every Month- Coffee and Conservation October 3rd 9am-10:30am FREE with Pre-Registration Join us the first Tuesday of every month while we enjoy a cup of coffee and chat about various conservation topics! Topics will change monthly; with October’s topic “Native Plants for Coastal Southeastern North Carolina”.

OKI Parks & Recreation will be welcoming Sam Marshall, Agricultural Agent of NX Cooperative Extension Service, to assist in the exploration and discoveries of innovative garden care. As part of the Oak Island Coffee & Conservation Series, this program is FREE with pre-registration.

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CALENDAR OCTOBER 5-7TH

KING MACKEREL TOURNAMENT

Thirty-eight years ago a small group of community leaders met and decided that they needed an event to showcase the great fall fishing Southport-Oak Island area has to offer. The prizes and expenses for the first tournament were guaranteed by those community leaders signing a promissory note at a local financial institution - thus the U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament was born. The U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament now attracts almost 400 boats annually and is held in high esteem by the community and anglers.

Can’t make the tournament but still want to watch weigh-in live? http:// www.usopenkmtlive.com/ October 6th - 2pm-5pm October 7th -2pm-4pm

OCTOBER 5TH • • • • • •

Registration 10am-12midnight Entertainment 4pm-7pm The Groove Pirates Port City Puffs n Stuff Food Truck 11am-7pm Refreshments – 3pm-7pm Captain’s Meeting – 7pm

OCTOBER 6TH & 7TH – FISHING • •

Port City Puffs n Stuff Food Truck 11am-4pm Refreshments – 3pm-5pm

OCTOBER 7TH • • • • • • • • • •

Wallace Catering Seafood Dinner 11am-7pm Awards Ceremony 7pm Entertainment and Refreshments 4:30pm-7:00pm Music 4:30pm-7pm Blindside https://www.facebook.com/Blindside-685594301628674/ First Place - $25,000 Cash Guaranteed Payout - 100+ cash prizes totaling over $100,000 2016 Total Cash Prizes Paid over $250,000 Total Winnings $42,510

OCTOBER 6TH

OPERATION NORTH STATES 4TH ANNUAL “PEER FISHIN’ FESTIVAL”

Friday, October 6th, 2017 8:00am-4:00pm (rain or shine) Ocean Crest Pier, Oak Island, NC FREE Honoring NC’s Wounded Warriors and Disabled Veterans! This fantastic event invites over 350 Wounded Warriors, disabled veterans, and their guests for a fun filled day of fishing on Ocean Crest Pie. Come on out for lunch, snacks, beverages (non-alco-

holic), t-shirts, and prizes will assist in making this festival one that will be remembered for years to come! Rods & reels, tackle, and bait will be provided.

For more information or to offer your assistance please call 1-336-764-5967 or email: mailbox@operationnorthstate.com.

OCTOBER 6 – 8TH

ROAST THE COAST

Join us on Bald Head Island from Friday, October 6, 2016, to Sunday, October 8, 2017, for three days of celebrations centered around great music, fine wine, craft beer, craft cocktails, and the best of Southern food. Co-hosted with Southern Living magazine, the weekend kicks off Friday night with a limited seating four-course Wine Dinner at the Shoals Club hosted by Southern Living Test Kitchen Director Robby Melvin, or an old fashioned Oyster Roast at the Bald Head Island Club. Saturday’s events include wine, beer and cocktail tastings at The Common at Cape Fear Station, along with a smorgasbord of Southern delicacies. Just across the street from The Common. Saturday evening climaxes with a live concert under the stars led by regional favorites The MidAtlantic. On Sunday, enjoy a delicious brunch at the Bald Head Island Club to cap off the weekend. For more information visit www.roasttoastcoast.com

OCTOBER 7TH

OKTOBERFEST

Silver Coast Winery and Tap Room, 105 N Howe Street, Noon – 6pm, $5 per person. Bratwurst Sliders, Pretzels, Beer Cheese, PLUS Beer! 910-7775151.

OCTOBER 7TH

FALL FESTIVAL

St. Philips Episcopal Church Fall Festival Date: 10/7/2017 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: St. Philips Episcopal Church Dry Street, Southport St. Philips Episcopal Church Fall Festival on October 7th from 9 am to 4 pm.

Located on Dry Street (across from the Community Center) in Southport. Free Admission. Cash & Check. All moneys raised by the sale of items goes to Brunswick County Charities.

We are also offering some fabulous items at our raffle, including: a gourmet dinner for 6 including wine pairings; sailing for 6; dinner at one of Southport’s restaurants; artwork by local artisans and more.

OCTOBER 7TH

ANNUAL FALL FARM TAPAS

Farm Tours: Greenland Farms The Afternoon’s Schedule Farm Tapas & Farm Tour 3 - 5 pm Cost (Reservations Required) $49/per guest* (tax not included) a portion of the proceeds go to Helpers Of Our Farm, a nonprofit educational farm animal sanctuary at Greenlands Farm.

Get personally guided on a tour by a farm family member who teaches something new at every Tapas & Tour event. You will have the chance to gain knowledge about how your vegetables, tea, or fruit grows under sustainable practices, how to manage farm animals (including the sweet rescue farm animals of HOOF); meet the pasture raised chickens that lay your eggs; or maybe get a demonstration on goat milking. There is always something new to learn and experience on the farm, come discover what your tour will be!

OCTOBER 9TH

ADULT KICKBALL LEAGUE

Coaches Meeting: OKI Recreation Center, Monday, October 2nd, 5:00pm Season Starts: Monday, October 9th.

Spend time with your friends through comradery and competition with the OKI Adult Kickball League this fall!

Game Time:6:30pm start time. Games played Monday & Thursday, Fill out rosters, discuss rules, dates, times, & location of games.

Fee: $150.00 per team. Includes 8 games & single elimination tourney.

For further details contact Eric Falkenhagen : 910-278-5518 or efalkenhagen@ci.oak-island.nc.us

OCTOBER 12TH

FREE DENTAL

A National Thank You Movement Supporting Our Troops and their Families Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry hosts Freedom Day for 5th year.

Bolivia, NC – September, 2017 – Coastal Cosmetic family Dentistry announced today that it will host a Freedom Day event for the 5th year in support of our military. On Thursday October 12th, Drs. Tony Michelakis, Aaron Wilharm, Darren Harrington, Matt Miller, Greg Hohl, Mark Dobransky and Cecilia Liu and their staff will provide free dental care for active military, their families and veterans by appointment at the Bolivia and Oak Island locations.

Businesses across the United States will join in Freedom Day USA, a National

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Thank You Movement for the members of our military and their immediate families, along with Veterans. After all, they have missed birthdays, graduations, anniversaries and more. Military family members have constant worry for their loved ones’ safety and make daily sacrifices that most Americans cannot imagine. To show appreciation, each business participant is providing a thank you gift, in the form of free services, goods, discounts, and various other offers. A complete list of local participating businesses and the services they are providing can be found on www.FreedomDayUSA.com To learn more about this National Thank You Movement or to sign your business up as a participant, you can contact Jackie Pappas at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry (910.253.7535), visit www.FreedomDayUSA.com or the event’s Facebook page at http:// www.facebook.com/FreedomDayUsa. Please consider having your business become a Freedom Day participant.

What better way to thank our troops than with a day of ‘free’?

BLACK BEAR BASICS: BEARS SEMINAR

October 12th 5:30-7 p.m. FREE with Pre-Registration Come and explore the fascinating world of one of North Carolina’s most charismatic creatures with your friends at Oak Island Parks and Recreation.

Becky Skiba of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission will share all the information you ever wanted to know about bears. Understand what bears eat and what behaviors are normal. Learn new ways to become a Bear Friend and help conserve these beautiful, fun creatures.

This workshop is free to the public and cubs (kids) are welcome!

OCTOBER 14TH

FORD TRI-MOTOR TOUR

WHEN: October 14, 2017 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm WHERE: Cape Fear Regional Jetport 4019 Long Beach Rd SE Southport COST: Adults(advance): $70, Adults(walk up): $75, Kids(17 and under): $50 CONTACT: Experimental Aircraft Association 920-426-4800 Ford Tri-Motor TourRecall the energy, passion, and excitement of the Roaring ’20s by flying aboard the Ford Tri-Motor. Known as the first luxury airliner, the Ford Tri-Motor redefined world travel and marked the beginning of commercial flight.

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CALENDAR OCTOBER 14 – 15TH

BLUEFISH BONANZA

Bald Head Island ADDRESS: Harborside Pavilion along Keelson Row , Bald Head Island Take part in the Bluefish Bonanza! This family-friendly fishing tournament kicks off with a welcome reception Friday night. Enjoy a fun day of fishing on Saturday, followed by a fish dinner and awards ceremony that evening. Prizes for largest fish will be awarded in mul tiple categories and ages. Plan to stay the whole weekend and explore the island on Sunday. Enjoy nightly music from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

OCTOBER 12-14TH

NCKFA OAK ISLAND CLASSIC KAYAK FISHING TOURNAMENT

Join or observe the annual kayak fishing tournament on Oak Island! Ocean fishing will take place October 12-14 and Inshore fishing division will take place on the 14th.

When: Inshore - October 14th 2016 Ocean - October 12th thru 14th Where: Oak Island, NC Proceeds from the tournament will go to support the Oak Island Sea Turtle Protection Program which helps protect and maintain Oak Islands sea turtle population through active conservation. Tournament entry fee is $75.00 if registered on or before October 11th, (online registration will be cut off at noon on Oct. 7th, after which you will have to sign up at the captains meeting space permitting from 4pm - 6pm cash only).

OCTOBER 14TH

FALL FARM FEST

Oct 14, 2017 - Oct 14, 2017, 10:00 a.m.

- 3:00 p.m.

Greenlands Farm Store, Bolivia ADDRESS: 668 Midway Road SE , Bolivia, NC 28422 PHONE: (910) 253-7934

Celebrate Fall at the farm with hay rides, a petting farm, tours and more.

Enjoy live music, children’s activities, and family fun. Greenlands Farm will host their sixth annual Fall Farm Fest on Saturday, October 14th 2017, from 10AM to 3PM. The Fall Farm Fest will include activities for the kids, live music for the parents, and lots of all fun for everyone! Don’t forget to bring a chair! You can purchase tickets at the event but we encourage you to pre-purchase to avoid long lines. All proceeds from the petting farm tickets go to support the Helpers Of Our Farm rescued farm animals including hay for the winter, feed, animal care, and vet care. October 14th, 2017, 10 am – 3 pm Location: 668 Midway Road SE, Bolivia, NC 28422 Admission FREE TICKETS FOR SALE: - Hay Ride & Farm Tour - Petting Farm Child & Adult Entry (2 Adults FREE per family, children under 1 year free) ONLINE: $4.50 each activity (includes tax, online fees apply) AT FESTIVAL: $6.00 each activity (includes tax) CHICKEN POO BINGO FUNDRAISER: $6 and $4

OCTOBER 15TH

ART AUCTION

3-6pm at Southport Community Center New Hope Clinic’s Art with a Heart.

Silent Auction, Raffle, Live Music and food. 910-253-8935 for more information. Tickets are $20 available at Margaret Rudd, Ricky Evans Gallery, Southport Realty and New Hope Clinic. Or visit www.newhopeclinicfree.org

OCTOBER 16TH

CANDIDATE FORUM

Southport Alderman and Mayor Candidates answer your questions. Who will you vote for? Come out to hear the reasons why you should vote! Oct 16th, 6:30pm. Community Building 233 East

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Bay Street, Southport. Submit your questions by Oct 10th. Spt2017quest@ gmail.com. Remember Election Day is Nov 7th.

OCTOBER 17TH

EMPTY BOWLS FUNDRAISER!

Eat the Soup, Keep the Bowl!

11am-2pm, Trinity United Methodist Church i Southport.

Once again, The Associated Arts of Southport in conjunction with Franklin Square Gallery will be hosting an EMPTY BOWL event. Our potters and painters have been working hard to create unique beautiful soup bowls for this event. Each purchase of a bowl will help stamp out hunger in our area. Recipient charities are Brunswick Family Assistance, The Interfaith Food Pantry, and Matthews Ministry.

Empty Bowls is a nationwide grassroots effort that began in Michigan about 20 years ago as a way for artists to help feed the hungry. Since then it has spread across the country and into neighboring Canada. The goal is to raise money and awareness to feed the hungry. The motto is “Eat the Soup, Keep the Bowl” and help stamp out hunger in Brunswick County. More details http://www.franklinsquaregallery. com/empty_bowls

OCTOBER 17TH

COFFEE WITH THE GIRLS!

The next Coffee with the Girls will be held on Tuesday, October 17th at 8am in the Comfort Suites. If you are a woman in business and would like to feel the support of other businesswomen, please join us. It is free for our Chamber members. Non-members are invited to attend two Chamber events prior to being required to join the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.

call your medical provider or the Brunswick County Health Services: 910253-2312. . Payment by cash or check is also accepted. Brunswick County Health Services. For billing questions, call: 910-253-2284 or 910-253-2354.

OCTOBER 20TH

SOUTHPORT OUTDOOR MOVIES

Oct 20, 2017, Dusk Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn, Southport ADDRESS: 203 E Bay St. PHONE: (910) 253-2031 Join the Friday festivities at Southport’s waterfront Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn for the featured film, Monster Truck.

OCTOBER 21, 2017

CONCERT

7:00 PM Rumours Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band – Odell Williamson Auditorium

MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY

Southport Marina For more info: www.facebook.com/ SouthportMAD

FALL FESTIVAL AND HAUNTED HAYRIDE

Oct 21, 4:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center, Boiling Spring Lakes ADDRESS: 1 Leeds Rd. , Boiling Spring Lakes, NC 28461 PHONE: (910) 363-0025 Join the fun at the Boiling Spring Lakes Fall Festival and Haunted Hayride with free games, a fortune teller, costume contests with categories from infant to adult, food, and a spook-tacular haunted hayride.

OCTOBER 19TH

FLU VACCINE

BRUNSWICK COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES ANNOUNCEMENT Thursday.

October 19th, 2017, 12:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.

Town of Oak Island Community Center 102 SE 47th St (Middleton Park) 278-3622 or 278-6552 Participants will need to provide their insurance card and photo ID. This year, Brunswick County Health Services will be offering 2 types of flu vaccine: . High dose flu shot is for individuals 65 years of age & older . Regular seasonal flu shot If you have any questions or concerns;

OCTOBER 25TH

HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST!

Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room – 105 N. Howe Street, Southport. 5-8pm.

ALSO: Wine Club is every Wednesday in Southport! Wine Club Members, stop on by for your complimentary glass of wine and enjoy the camaraderie. Potluck dishes and snacks welcome!

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CALENDAR OCTOBER 26TH

THE SOUTHPORT WOMAN’S CLUB FASHION SHOW

October 26 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - $20 Thursday, October 26th – The Southport Woman’s Club will present its always-fun-and-popular at the St. James Community Center, 2:00 – 4:00 PM. You will not want to miss it – fashions from 6 Local Shops – raffle prizes, door prizes, refreshments and an all-around lovely afternoon.

Tickets available from Rose Tiani ( rtiani@ec.rr.com ) and Mary Beth Losch (mblosch23@gmail. com) Get your table of 8 together for a reserved table or just come and join the fun.

OCT 27-NOV 5TH

CAPR FEAR FAIR AND EXPO

WILMINGTON AIRPORT VISIT WWW.CAPEFEARFAIR.COM OR 313-1234.

OCTOBER 27

BIRTHDAY BASH

Southport Magazine’s 5th Birthday Bash! Yacht Basin Eatery, Costume Contest! 7pm, Live Music

OCTOBER 27-28

SCARRISON HOUSE

at the Garrison House Oct 27, 2017 - Oct 28, 2017 Fort Johnston Garrison House, Southport ADDRESS: 203 E Bay St. , Southport PHONE: (910) 457-7927 Fort Johnston’s Garrison House turns into the ‘Scarrison House’ for Halloween 2017. Southport’s spirits will be gathering at the Fort Johnston-Southport Museum. Be prepared to meet ghosts of pirates, sea captains, soldiers, weeping women and more. History isn’t so scary…or is it? A youth friendly version will be held Saturday afternoon. Scarrison for teens and adults will be from 6-10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Child-friendly Scarrison will be from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

OCTOBER 27TH

SPOOKTACKULAR

Friday, October 27, 2017 FREE, Oak Island Recreation Center 3003 East Oak Island Drive, Oak Island 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Come out to Spooktackular and enjoy some Halloween Fun with the family! We will have Games, Entertainment, Costume Contest, Vendors with Special Treats, and plenty of Candy for everyone!

OCTOBER 28TH

YACHT BASIN EATERY

EGGSTRASPOOKY

Flashlight Egg Hunt Saturday, October 28, 2017 Middleton Park Soccer Field (46th Street SE, Oak Island, NC) Ages 1 – 3 @ 6:15 p.m. Ages 4 – 6 @ 6:30 p.m. Ages 7 – 10 @ 6:45 p.m. FREE Come and find Orange & Black Eggs our Furry Friend has hidden for you this year! Make sure to come dressed in your favorite costume ready for the hunt!

FLICK – R – TREAT

Saturday, October 28, 2017 Middleton Park Soccer Field (46th Street SE, Oak Island, NC) 7:00 p.m. FREE Grab your blanket and lawn chairs and Enjoy a fun movie by the Sea! Showing: Trolls Rated: PG

HALLOWEEN GHOST SHIP

Oct 28, 2017 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport ADDRESS: 204 E Moore St. , Southport PHONE: (910) 457-0003 Mariners of all ages will enjoy tales of lost souls, pirates, and other mysteries along the Lower Cape Fear, at the NC Maritime Museum at Southport. Appropriate for all ages. Fee: $7 per person. Call the Museum at 910-457-0003 to register. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport, 204 E. Moore St. Southport, NC 28461. www.ncmaritimemuseumsouthport.com.

CLASSIC CARS ‘N ROCK ‘N ROLL

Oct 28, 2017 12:00 noon - 8:00 p.m.

Downtown, Southport ADDRESS: E Bay Street , Southport PHONE: (910) 471-0771 Join the Cape Fear Cruisers for their annual Classic Cars ‘n Rock ‘n Roll car show, costume contest, and of course, rock ‘n roll concerts. Entertainment will be on the corner of Bay and Howe streets and vendors will be there with unique snacks and goods.

OCTOBER 28TH

STEDE BONNET REGATTA

This annual classic regatta for ‘Pirates Only’ is sponsored by the owners of the Provision Company and it always falls on the last weekend in October, which, if you hadn’t already noticed, coincides with Halloween!

BATTY ABOUT BATS

at Oak Island Nature Center October 28th, 1pm-3pm FREE with Pre-Registratio Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a bat biologist? Join Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department staff and volunteers for a fun filled afternoon of discovery about our neighbors of the night! This program is FREE with pre-registration required. Simply call Oak Island Recreation Center to reserve your spot at (910) 278-5518.

OCTOBER 30TH

COASTAL BIRD WALK

9-10:30am FREE Learn and discover with Becky Skiba, of NC Wildlife Resource Commission, on a fun filled fall morning as Oak Island Parks and Recreation explores the various coastal birds that make their home on our beautiful island paradise. View these birds in their natural setting as we go exploring to find out more about their habits and habitats.

Music!

Boating Events SOUTHPORT YACHT CLUB Oct 5-7 King Mackerel Tournament Oct 14 - PRHF Race 7 and Party Oct 20-22 Wilmington Cruise Oct 28 - Stede Bonnet Regatta

CAPE FEAR YACHT CLUB Oct 7-8 BHI Cruise and Brunch Oct 16 - Youth Sailing Golf Tourn.

Oct 22 - Oktoberfest Oct 23 - Youth Sailing Golf Outing Oct 28 - Stede Bonnet Regatta

Local Theatre OCTOBER 12-21ST

THE HERMIT OF FORT FISHER

FISHY FISHY CAFÉ

6:30-10:30 • Friday, October 6 th : Rev • Saturday, October 7 th : 3 Of A Kind • Friday, October 13 th : Kim Travis • Saturday, October 14 th : The Dennis Walton Band • Friday, October 20 th : Two Of A Kind • Saturday, October 21 st : The David Wesley Duo • Friday, October 27 th : The Awkward Silents • Saturday, October 28 th : Uncle Hairy

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10/4: Wing & Sing Wednesday Karaoke w/ DJ Tim Holland .50 Cent Wings & $3 Drafts 6:00 10/5 Open Mic 6:00 10/6 Lone Star Blues 7:00 10/7 Groove Pirates 7:00 10/11 Karaoke w/ DJ Tim Holland 6:00 10/12 Open Mic 6:00 10/13 Rev & Bif 7:00 10/14 Fratero Soul 7:00 10/18 Karaoke w/ DJ Tim Holland 6:00 10/19 Open Mic 6:00 10/20 Dos Eddies 7:00 10/21 Tammy’s Tangent 7:00 10/25 Karaoke w/ DJ Tim Holland 6:00 10/26 Open Mic 6:00 10/27 Spt. Mag Birthday Bash with The Goateez & The Christine Martinez Band 7:00 10/28 Soul-R-Fusion 7:00

By: Brunswick Little Theatre Brunswick Little Theatre and Big Dawg Productions is proud to bring David Anthony Wright’s poignant yet humorous drama to the Southport and Brunswick County audiences. After a life-time of failure, a man leaves his home, takes up residence in a concrete bunker in the marshland of Ft. Fisher and survives for 17 years, becoming a “success” as a hermit.

Based on the true-life story of Robert Harrell, who touched the lives of thousands in the process of saving his own.

Oct 12,13,14, 19,20,21 2017 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT Oct 15,22 2017 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT Adult Tickets $20 Student Tickets $12 with ID

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CALENDAR

Ongoing Events ART EVENTS

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK - OCT 6

The first Friday of each month art galleries in Southport promote a Gallery Walk. Art enthusiasts are welcome to participate in this cultural event each first Friday from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Franklin Square Gallery, Lantana’s, Silver Coast Winery and Art, Ricky Evans host this event. Many other Southport retail shops stay open late as well.

KID’S STUFF

STORY TIME

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

WINE & DRINK

UNCORKED BY THE SEA Every Thursday & The First Saturday of each month, from 5pm-7pm Wine, Craft Beer, and Art 602-A N Howe St. Southport (910) 454-0633

GRAPE & ALE

Our wine selection is ever changing of course but we do manage to keep many of the classics on hand.

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

THE WINE RACK Weekly Wine Tasting Join Us Every Friday from 5:30-8:00pm No experience is necessary to participate in our tasting events, and we encourage you to bring your friends.

Tasting fee is $5 per person. Enjoy tasting and learning about 5 different wines and help yourself to appetizers.

When you purchase any bottle of wine in the shop, your $5 goes back in your pocket!

SILVER COAST WINERY

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

COMMUNITY

BEAUTIFICATION! OCT 7TH

Come join your Southport neighbors in regular cleanups of the town on the first Saturday of each month, from 9am - noon. Any and all contributions of your specific talents are welcome, be they weeding, planting, pruning, digging, or all of the above. No need to bring anything but your energy and good intentions — all tools and supplies are provided by the City of Southport. The next cleanup day is October 7 — meet at the Southport jail annex on Rhett Street across from the Old Smithville Burying Ground at 9am. Please call 612.202.8541 for more information and to get on the Southport Beautification Committee’s email notification list.

LIFELONG LEARNERS

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

CONSERVATION

First Tuesday of Every Month- Coffee and Conservation, 9am-10:30am FREE with Pre-Registration, Join us the first Tuesday of every month, Topics will change monthly; As part of the Oak Island Coffee & Conservation Series, this program is FREE.

SOUTHPORT SENIOR CENTER EVENTS!

Senior Splash is back!

This year the schedule is October 4 thru December 27th each Wednesday @ 2pm. There is early registration starting @ 8am October 2nd

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here at the center There is a 20.00, non refundable, one time fee payable at time of registration. For all you not familiar with the program it is a water aerobics class designed for Seniors at the Dinah Gore Center at Brunswick Community College main campus There is a limit so come in early!!

Jewelry Making class started Wednesday 9/20 @ 12:30pm in the Craft Room.

The class will be held every Wednesday, This will be with Pat and Dennis on a weekly basis Small material cost may be required Flu shots are being offered here at the Center on Monday October 16th @ 9am to 11am The Flu and Pneumonia shots are being offered Monday October 23rd @ 9am to 11am The Parkinsons Support Group will meet on the second Tuesday of every month @ 9:00am to 11:30am in the Stage Room. The next meeting is October 10th.

Preparation for the Bazaar being held on Saturday October 7th 9am to 3pm, is in full swing Tables are still available for Vendors and tickets for the quilt drawings are available at the front desk Cookbooks are available for sale 10.00 each at the Front Desk MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT is coming up soon! Oct 15 - Dec.7 SHIP is now setting up appointments to meet with individuals needing additional guidance in making this crucial decision please call 910-754-2300 ext 1056 Rene The Caregiver Support Group holds their monthly meetings on the 4th Wednesday every month @ 10 to 11:30am Beginning Ballet and Tap is starting back Wednesday October 4th @2:00pm to 3:30pm Located in the Front Ballroom

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October 17th 11am - 2pm

Trinity United Methodist Church 209 East Nash St, Southport www.franklinsquaregallery.com

Upcoming Events NOV 3RD

RALLY FOR THE CURE

Friday, November 3rd Tee off begins 11am Join Oak Island as we support breast cancer awareness and research at the 2017 Rally for the Cure, located at the OKI Par 3 Golf Course at South Harbour. Come on out looking pretty in pink as we celebrate life and honor those who have been affected by breast cancer. For questions or more information please contact the clubhouse at (910) 454-0905 or email Eric Falkenhagen at efalkenhagen@ci.oak-island.nc.us.

NOV 4TH

LISTEN UP BRUNSWICK

Special concert JACK WILLIAMS Saturday, NOV. 4, 2017 Sponsored by Joy Construction Doors 7pm/ Show 7:30pm at the Odell Williamson Event Center at Brunswick Community College. Show time is 7:30, doors open at 7:00. Ticket prices will, once again, be $20.00

18TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE

Marker 614 (614 West Street, Southport) -- Nov. 10 and 11, 9am-4pm. The Artisans Holiday Boutique can make this year’s Holiday shopping delightful. You can select items from a varied and unique selection of fine arts and fine crafts from all media, textiles, flower arrangements, jewelry, painting, ceramics, and more. All offered at an unequaled venue in scenic downtown Southport. Over 60 Artisans will offer their fine arts and crafts at this Annual Holiday Boutique. Artists will be on hand to answer questions. Options are also available for special orders on many items.

Our Baskets of Art Raffle is a great feature of the Boutique. Its purpose is to raise money for Stepping Up for Arts, the 501c3 arm of The Artisans.

Tickets go on sale at the Artisans Gallery October 1 , 2017 through November 9th and will also be sold at the Holiday Boutique. We have over 12 baskets with unique and fun items crafted by The Artisans and they are just beautiful.

Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00., cash or check only. The drawing for the baskets will be held Saturday, November 11 at 3:00 pm and you do not have to be present to win. Admission is free.

Cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover are accepted.

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DINING GUIDE

Shrimp & Grits, perfect any time of day Check out the Dining Guide and bite into the best that our area has to offer M PROVISION COMPANY

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

SWAIN SEAFOOD SHACK

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

ATLANTIC SEAFOOD AND STEAKS

5059 SouthportSupply Rd. SE, Southport 910-457-4477 www.atlanticsouthport.com Casual dining with variety from seafood, steak, chicken and pasta. Known for its Calabash style cuisine and low country classics.

M DEAD END SALOON & FISH FACTORY GRILLE

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

FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT

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

M FISHY FISHY CAFE

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

GRAPE AND ALE

MODERN AMERICAN LIVE OAK CAFE

614 N. Howe Street, Southport 910-454-4360 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.

OLIVER’S ON THE CAPE FEAR

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

M ISLAND WAY RESTAURANT

M MR. P’S BISTRO

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

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

JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE

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

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

MOJO’S ON THE HARBOR

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

DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

YACHT BASIN EATERY

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

M FRYING PAN

WINE & BEER

5827 E. Oak Island Dr, Oak Island 910-933-4615 A great local hangout . Everything from Nachos to burgers, to seafood to steaks. Great Bar. 122 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-363-4108 www.yachtbasineatery.com Dishing up goods from both the North and South, from handrolled pizza, Jersey style breads and authentic Italian, to Southern comfort foods and fresh seafood.

SEAFOOD SPECIALTY

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

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

THE PIRATES DECK

Island Way serves up some of the best Shrimp & Grits in the area

TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING

SHAGGER JACKS

TRANQUIL HARBOR

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

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

SILVER COAST WINERY

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

THE WINE RACK

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

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

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

CAFES, DELIS & GRILLS AMERICAN GRILL

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

BEANA’S KITCHEN

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

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DINING GUIDE BOB’S DOGS

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

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

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

THE BOUNCING LOG CAFE

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

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

CHASER’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL

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

DUFFER’S PUB AND GRILL

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

ERIC’S GRILLE

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

KOPP’S KWIK STOP II

LITTLE BIT’S GRILL

5902 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 910-278-6430 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, 910-278-7725 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 910-457-0444 www.localsfamilydiner.com With a warm and friendly atmosphere, Local’s Family Diner serves breakfast all day long and a seafood and entrée menu for lunch and dinner.

M LOCO JO’S

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

M MOORE STREET MARKET

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

OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB

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

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

OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS

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

OLD BRIDGE DINER

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

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

RAVEN J’S SANDWICH SHOPPE

302 N. Howe St., Southport 910-477-6166 Fantastic sandwiches made quick and fresh.

Come by and try our delicious spinach dip bites, take a break at our grilled cheese bar, and enjoy a variety of unique sandwiches!

M FLYING FISH CAFE

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

BARBECUE

SIDE STREET CAFÉ

TERRY’S NC BARBQUE & RIBS

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

SOUTHPORT TEA HOUSE

611 Howe St., Southport 910-833-0227 www.southportteahouse.com Offering a full lunch menu with quiche, salads, sandwiches and afternoon tea anytime. Full beverage option including over 60 loose teas iced or hot and sold by the ounce.

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

TAYLOR CUISINE CAFÉ

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

TROLLY STOP

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

M TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ

THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR

QUIZNO’S SUBS

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BAJA CALIFORNIA

M SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE

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

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

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

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

RUSSELL’S PLACE

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

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

WILDLIFE RESTAURANT & GRILL

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

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

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

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

M BAR-B-QUE HOUSE

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

CHINESE ASIAN TASTE

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

TASTE OF CHINA

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

INTERNATIONAL M PORTS OF CALL

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

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

ITALIAN M BELLA CUCINA

5177 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 910-454-4540 www.belladiningnc.com

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DINING GUIDE THE PEPPERONI GRILL

Focusing on family Italian recipes, Bella Cucina serves up everything from fine and fresh local seafood to hand tossed, New York style pizzas. Aside from a decadent wine list, Bella Cucina also offers specialty martinis.

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

M JOSEPH’S ITALIAN BISTRO

PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH

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

IRISH SLÁINTE

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

JAPANESE TENGU JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE

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

MEXICAN DELPHINA CANTINA

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

KAI JOE’S

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

SAN FELIPE

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

SAN FELIPE

4961 Long Beach Rd. SE 910-454-0950 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., • 278-6781 Offering a variety of pies from classic favorites to Greek white and Hawaiian.

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

PIZZA HUT

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

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA

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

DOMINO’S (SOUTHPORT)

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

DOMINO’S (OAK ISLAND)

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

THAI FORGET ME NOT THAI HIBACHI RESTAURANT

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

THAI BY THE SEA

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

THAI PEPPERS

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

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

BAKERIES/ COFFEE AHOY DOUGHNUTS

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

BLUE SEA COFFEE SHOP

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

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

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.

ICE CREAM M DAIRY QUEEN

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

FLAVA’S COFFEE AND ICE CREAM

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

FUZZY PEACH

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

LIL & JOHN’S SWEETMEAT HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

THE CONFECTIONARY

6324 East Oak Island Drive.

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

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

FLYING PIG COFFEEHOUSE

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

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

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

SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR

JUMPIN’ JAVA OAK ISLAND

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

PORT CITY JAVA

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

SIDE STREET BAKERY

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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.

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SPOTTINGS Delight your palate with extraordinary cuisine

Bring the whole family and join us for a fun-filled ride through Southport’s historic waterfront district aboard our state-of-the-art tram!

45 Minute Tour Covering: • History and Culture • Movie Locations • Spectacular Coastal Views • Shopping and Dining

Tuesday-Sunday 10am-4pm

(weather permitting)

Adults $10 Children $5

Tour departs from Southport Visitors Center • 203 E. Bay Street

910-713-3373

www.southportfuntours.com

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

DINE IN TAKE OUT

8300 E. Oak Island Dr. Oak Island NC

910-278-6420

Dr. Greg & Dr. Matt and Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry is honored to participate in Freedom Day again this year.. A National Thank You Movement Supporting Our Troops and their Families.

Coastal Cosmetic family Dentistry announced today that it will host a Freedom Day event for the 5th year in support of our military. On Thursday October 12th, Drs. Tony Michelakis, Aaron Wilharm, Darren Harrington, Matt Miller, Greg Hohl, Mark Dobransky and Cecilia Liu and their staff will provide free dental care for active military, their families and veterans by appointment at the Bolivia and Oak Island locations.

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Cuties, Aubrey & Riley hang out at American Fish Co. enjoying lemonade on a hot Saturday afternoon.

The crew from Harmony wave as they pull into the ICW after back to back races with the Southport Yacht Club on Sat. Sept 23rd.

Sea Biscuit Volunteers, Ami & Kate, release 2 rehabbed sea gulls back to Oak Island Beach. Thurs Sept 21st.

photo: Nancy Wanczowski

The Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce held a hypnotic Coffee with the Girls September 19th at the Comfort Suites in Southport! The speaker was Kathryn Lawler, RNC, BSN, MSN, MA Human Development, Ph.D. Ms. Lawler combines the physical and psychological aspects associated with problems amenable to Hypnosis. She explained that hypnosis is a means of creating a state of expanded awareness, blocking out sources of distractions. The next Coffee with the Girls will be held on Tuesday, October 17th at 8am in the Comfort Suites. If you are a woman in business and would like to feel the support of other businesswomen, please join us.

It is free for our Chamber members. Non-members are invited to attend two Chamber events prior to being required to join the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Kara Newcomb gets her photo taken with & Katie Compton-Boyd from Old Southport Tour Company, complete with the ghostly lantern.

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MARKETPLACE REAL ESTATE

5109 Boss Court, Southport JUST REDUCED & NEW $4,500 Carpet Allowance! 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath - This spacious home offers a great layout for first floor living with an open floor plan which provides plenty of room for an office, a large dining table and separate living area. The kitchen has all stainless steel appliances and a pantry.

The master suite has a tray ceiling, and bathroom with a walk-in shower, separate garden tub, and large walk-in closet. The cul-de-sac location offers more privacy and less traffic! $269,000 • MLS #100072592 Call Tanya Broussard, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 279-4547

1940 Sunset Harbor Rd SE, Southport Fawn Ridge Estate. 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath - 4.6 Beautiful acres with large Hardwoods, plenty of room for horses! Quality finishes and systems throughout.

Kitchen includes a large pantry, stainless appliances, granite countertops, and hand crafted tiles. Full outdoor kitchen and grilling area also very spacious, screened in and overlooking the in-ground swimming pool. Motivated sellers! $389,000 • MLS #100063852 Call Leesa Snyder, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 777-1785.

610 Byrnes Way SE, Bolivia JUST REDUCED! 3 Bedroom, 4.5 BathThis fine custom home sits atop 2.91 beautiful secluded wooded acres off the Lockwood Folly River. Fishing/ kayak launch access is across the street. A few miles away, the Carolina National Golf Club in Winding River Plantation, M=2017 MAGGIE Sunset Harbor’s public WINNER! boat launch.

Open floor plan includes a chef’s kitchen, downstairs master suite and wide planked oak flooring. Second floor features an additional living area and bedrooms. Detached two car garage with office/studio, a separate boat house, screened porch and decking for enjoying this tranquil setting. $469,900 • MLS #100049242 Call Brian Quinn, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 540-5043, to view today!

239 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC A part of Southport history w/ modern conveniences & expansive views of the Cape Fear River. Two large living areas w/ a fenced in courtyard & a total of six fireplaces. $1,074,950 Call Kay Jolliff today at 910-523-0624 132 Park Ave, Southport 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath- This brick home in Southport is close to downtown at an affordable price. One level living with a cozy living room with a fireplace. The huge backyard has a nice deck, chain link fence and storage shed. Clean and Move-in ready. $199,900 • MLS #100081761 Call Brian Deutsch, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 524-1981.

475 Prospect RD, Southport Boiling Spring Lakes- 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath- Property owner’s opportunity for a private, convenient oasis in Boiling Spring Lakes! Brick fixer-upper nestled in the trees with huge 3-car detached garage. All this on two lots with two paved entrances. Property also includes a fireplace, screened porch, patio and workshop. $149,000 • MLS #100081188 Call Carla Sparks, Southport Realty Inc., (540) 905-0633.

4930 N Hampton Dr SE, Southport This adorable home features a large living room with fireplace and vaulted ceiling, a master suite plus 2 guest rooms and 2 full baths. There is a tiled rocking chair front porch and a screened porch overlooking pond in back. Neighborhood has a community pool, a boat storage area and a crab dock and it’s a five minute drive to be sitting on the beach! $159,999 Give Kay Jolliff a call 910-523-0624.

231 N. Caswell Ave, Southport, NC Charming open concept cottage w/ modern conveniences & only two blocks from the water. Original pine floors, plantation shutters, & a private porch. $549,000 Call Kay Jolliff today at 910-523-0624

105 Live Oak Turn, Southport, NC A Southport home that features a dock & boatlift w/ expansive views of the marsh & Dutchman Creek. Recycled heart pine floors & solid maple kitchen cabinets w/ quartz counter tops. $595,000 Call Kay Jolliff today at 910-523-0624

414 Yaupon Drive, Southport This single family home was built in 2004 and has 4 bedrooms and 4 full and 2 partial baths with 4500 sq. ft. Yaupon Drive is located in the Not In Subdivision subdivision. $830,000. Give Kay Jolliff a call 910-523-0624

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4327 East Beach Dr, Oak Island Enjoy this oceanfront, 2 story home.

All 3 bedrooms have an ocean view.

Recent updates, well maintained.

Short walk to beach cabana, Middleton Park for recreation and to restaurants.

Listed at $475,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Jack Royal (910) 279-2153 or BJ Ellender (910) 477-3250

4011 East Beach Drive, Oak Island Large oceanfront home! Four BR, 2 BA, 1620 sq ft, well-kept, furnished, open floor plan with wonderful ocean views from kitchen, LR, & 2 BRs. Large living room, plus a loft upstairs. Large covered back porch and the outdoor shower has hot & cold water and a changing room!

Listed at $499,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Elvira Gilbert (910)619-4087

12 Quail Hollow Drive, Oak Island Great one story home in Oak Island Estates, 4 BR, 3 ½ BA with attached guest suite on 2 lots with 220 ft golf course frontage. Floor-to-ceiling windows, sunroom, wheelchair accessible lift & 2 car attached garage. Listed at $390,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Liz Flynn-Lewis (910) 477-1347

3779 Heron Circle, Southport This is a great first home. Beach cottage feel. Sits on almost half an acre!

Listed at $147,500 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Tami Knecht (253)380-1527

715 Longleaf Drive, Southport Stroll, bike or golf cart to restaurants, shopping and waterfront activities.

A great southern front porch greets you at this coastal Southport home.

Great floorplan for entertaining. Master bedroom with bath on first level.

Open Living area with fireplace, hardwoods throughout first floor. Spacious Kitchen open to living and separate dining area. Detached two car garage with unfinished bonus room.

MLS#100066045 Call Renee Yost at 910-269-1128 for preview today

701 N. Howe ST, Unit 8, Southport Mixed use condo in downtown Historic Southport. 3 bedrooms/2bath, This unit has a large living area, hardwoods, carpet, tile. Large kitchen with skylights, Corian counters and separate laundry room with lots of room for storage. Painting/Carpet and Stair lift allowance from owner with acceptable offer. Step out your front door to shopping, close proximity to waterfront, restaurants. Call Renee Yost at 910-269-1128 for preview and details.

160 Genoes Point RD SW, Supply WATERFRONT, Lockwood Folly Country Club, private dock, boat lift, BOAT will convey with acceptable offer. This custom home has full water views from the open living area and a beautiful view of the 16th green to the front of the home.

Formal living area with fireplace and built ins, formal dining room with built ins, large chef kitchen with granite and plenty of cupboards opens to breakfast area and cozy TV-den area, also oversized media room will have TV/MEDIA SYSTEM, furniture to convey with acceptable offer.

First floor master bedroom with ensuite bath and Carolina room. PLENTY of storage throughout the home as well as underneath storage MLS#100062730 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

108 West Owens Street, Southport Office, Retail Opportunity in the mixed use development of Towngate Crossing located in the downtown business area of Historic Southport. Retrofitting now includes 3 rooms reception area, with Handicap accessible, bath and kitchen area. Parking lot to rear and on street available. Call Renee Yost at 910-2691128 for preview and details.

3375 Channelside Drive, Supply WATERFRONT with panoramic views from the open living and dining areas of the Lockwood Folly River. Large kitchen, huge master bedroom with ensuite bath, outside screen porch with built in hot tub and large deck.

Bonus over the garage could be used for just about anything. Plenty of storage. Lockwood Folly Country Club is a fantastic community with amenities to include golf, tennis, boat launch pool with Intracoastal views and new and fitness center. Minutes to Holden Beach. Call for your preview today.

MLS#10062724 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

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

First floor Master the split plan offers two additional guest bedrooms each with private bath. Winding River amenities: boat launch, ocean front slips and pool, tennis, garden, Carolina National, pool, clubhouse and so much more! All of this set on private lot close to the town of Southport, St. James, Beaches, Shopping and the new South Brunswick Charter School.

This home is a must see and ready to move in! MLS#10053972 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

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