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AUGUST: phlock to the beach Fanatics of Jimmy Buffett will revel in tropical fun August 22nd through 24th in the Southport and Oak Island area as the second annual Phlock to the Beach entertains all weekend long.

19-21 dining guide Discover the best eateries sure to please the most sophisticated palates

27 exercise events Classes from yoga to tai chi for keeping fit

36 marketplace Everything for sale from refrigerators to real estate

44-45 spottings

CURRENTS: pg. 6-7

Check out photos of our neighbors living the coastal life to the fullest

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Parrotheads having a blast on the 2013 Phlock to the Beach Pub and Grub Crawl. Cover and inside photos courtesy of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

Check out this month's upcoming events

CURRENTS

6-7 cover story

The Phlock to the Beach returns

SAVOR

14-15 less is more

Thai by the Sea succeeds with one chef

9 oki labor day surf off

16-17 meet the veggie snob

SHOWCASE

23 cheers

Catch all the action near Ocean Crest Pier

Learn how to select produce at its peak

Uncorked by the Sea shares tips on selecting wine from a store

11 arts and crafts festival

The Oak Island Art Guild will host its annual fundraiser for arts in the community

HEALTH

26 macular degeneration

How to prevent and delay a disease of the eyes related to age

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SCALES

29 fishing for a reason

Two local tournaments for a good cause

WEALTH

31 saving on school supplies A crash course on spending less dough

32-33 biz Q&A

Meet the owner of Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS速

HOMESTYLE

38-42 the model ideal

Introducing the new Turtlewood at Southport

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Rebecca Jones is a graduate of UNCW, and owner/operator of the Flying Pig Coffeehouse on Oak Island. She rides bikes with the Island Riders, a bike team that raises money for MS. She is the founding member of a 13 -year-old book club, and loves the beach year round!

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Greg is a second-generation State Farm agent and an alumni of Florida State University, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Risk Management and Insurance.

Liz is a freelance graphic designer residing in Wilmington. She enjoys travel, photography, technology, computers/ programming, and mixed media art. In her spare time she loves cooking, crafting, and spending time with her family.

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A transplant from the BBQ capital of the Jen is originally from New Jersey and loves world (Lexington, NC), Christian graduated spending time with her family when she is from UNC Wilmington with a major in film not busy painting or volunteering. Jen has and minors in creative writing and psychol- a back ground in management and sales. ogy. With an eclectic blend of muses, he Paired with her organizational skills, she now pursues journalism and film criticism. keeps the office running smooth.

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Sara Beth is the quintessential beach native. If this certified yoga teacher isn’t floating in the ocean or practicing crane pose in the park, she’s bellied up to the booth at the nearest Thai bistro. As a Peace College alum with a degree in Communications and English, she hungers to find the soul in every story.

Alan Beasley: (910) 612-3230 alan@southportmag.com

Alan is a lifetime fisherman and diver of the local waters, and he plays bass for the band Sgt. Rock. He says we live in the best place on earth!

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Leslie has lived in Southport since 1990 with her husband and three children. She is employed at Dosher Memorial Hospital as a Registered Nurse, and she has an interest in fitness and health.

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Bethany is a nearly lifelong resident of southeastern North Carolina and enjoys quiet days on the boat in the Intracoastal Waterway. As a graduate of UNC Wilmington with a professional writing certification, she's developed a passion for publishing and photography.

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parrothead seaside shindig returns: Search for your lost shaker of salt at the second annual Phlock to the Beach Story by Sara Beth McLamb What: Phlock to the Beach Festival When: Friday-Sunday, August 22-24 Where: Various locations throughout Southport and Oak Island Cost: Varies per activity Info: www.southport-oakisland.com (910) 457-6964

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RAB YOUR ISLAND SHIRTS, grass skirts, and straw hats— it’s time for all Jimmy Buffett fans (better known as Parrotheads) to get into party mode for Phlock to the Beach, a Buffett-Style Beach Bash! This year’s Phlock to the Beach will be held Friday through Sunday, August 22nd through 24th, in the Southport-Oak Island area. This event will be compiled of beach-friendly competitions, a breakfast overflowing with pancakes, a chance to bring out your artistic side, and so much more.

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Pub and Grub Crawl Just like last year’s Phlock to the Beach, the Pub and Grub Crawl will be making an appearance a second time around because of the positive feedback from our locals. “It’s something different, and we found the residents thoroughly enjoyed it,” Karen Sphar, Executive Vice-President of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, encourages. Dust off your sailor hats and strap on your island mentality to prepare yourself for an afternoon of libation and fun!

Select the Pub and Grub Crawl for either Southport or Oak Island, and purchase advance tickets at the Chamber Welcome Center (4433 Long Beach Rd. SE) or through the chamber’s website, www.southport-oakisland.com.

Oak Islanders will board the trolley at 5 p.m. at the parking lot of Oak Island Town Hall, 4601 E. Oak Island Drive. The trolley will be making stops at the Fish House Restaurant, Duffers Pub and Grill,

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Folks dance the conga line during last year's Phlock to the Beach outdoor concert. Courtesy photo

The Grape & Ale, Oak Island Deli and Pub, and Shagger Jacks. Each stop will have a theme based on Jimmy Buffett.

The Southport Parrotheads will board the trolley at 5 p.m. at the parking lot of Slainte Irish Pub and Flights, 1513 North Howe Street. Stops include: the Dead End Saloon and Fish Factory and Grille, Blue Marlin Restaurant, Slainte Irish Pub, Flights, Silver Coast Winery, and Bella Cucina: Seafood, Pasta and Pizza.

Don’t forget to dress like you are on the islands! Bring your Buffett-themed apparel for your tropical trolley tour.

Participants are responsible for their own drinks and food. There will be taxi cabs available at all points during the evening. A liability waiver and release form must be signed by all participants, who must be 21 years of age. Please bring a valid photo ID. Sponsored by Budweiser Designate a Driver, Landshark Lager, and Southport Magazine. Please drink responsibly.

Saturday, August 23rd Art on the Apron Art on the Apron is new to the Phlock on the Beach series this year! As described by Sphar, it will be fun and colorful with great humor considering the Buffett theme.

Art on the Apron gives Southport and Oak Island residents the chance to bring out their inner artist via sidewalk chalk.

Artists will have the chance to create a piece of non-permanent art on the apron of the Cape Fear Regional Jetport from 8 a.m. to 1 pm. The finished works will be on display during the concerts, which begin at 4 p.m.

There are a few rules, of course: This is a Jimmy Buffett-themed event and art must reflect the theme. Art must be appropriate for viewing by all ages. All mediums used by the artists on the airport apron must be non-permanent (tempura paint or chalk). Call (910) 457-6964 or visit www.southport-oakisland.com for more info.

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A contestant participates in the 2013 Phlock to the Beach bocce ball tournament. Courtesy photo

ticipate in three different beach tournaments by the Oak Island Pier, located at 705 Ocean Drive. The pier was built in 1955, rebuilt in 1972 and again in 1992.

Coming in at 27 feet above sea level, the pier is the tallest in North Carolina.

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., tournaments will run in bocce ball, horseshoe, and corn hole. Tournaments will run as twoperson teams with single elimination. $40 per team to enter, which includes two event t-shirts, and two tickets to the Phlock on the Beach concert. Trophy to winning team. Each tournament is limited to the first 20 teams. Registration and packet pick-up take place at 8 a.m. at Oak Island Pier, or register online www.southport-oakisland.com/index. php/p/75/phlock_to_the_beach.

Outdoor Concert and Contests After you’ve played your best at the tournaments at the Oak Island Pier, reward yourself with an outdoor concert you won’t want to miss located on the backside of the apron of the Cape Fear Regional Jetport, 4019 Long Beach Rd. SE. Two bands will be performing for the night: Latitude and the "Carolina 'pyrate' rock" of Scearce and Ketner.

“These two bands are very recognized by our locals and others around the states,” Sphar affirms. “They are fantastic musical acts, and we will have great food and beverages to complement the evening. This year there will

be a lot of excitement because the concert will be on the backside of the airport and the hangar will serve as a backdrop for the stage and will hopefully bring a little shade.”

Latitude will play from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Michelle, a keyboardist and vocalist, and Tom, a guitarist and vocalist, make up the band. They have been performing together since 1996 and have played all around the United States as well as parts of Europe and the Caribbean. Latitude has had the opportunity to open for Third Eye Blind, Exile, Frankie “Sea Cruise” Ford, Clarence “Frogman” Henry, and American Idols Reuben Studdard and Ace Young. Today they continue to tour worldwide and live back and forth in their homes in Pawleys Island, SC and Punta Gorda, FL. For more info visit, www.tomandmichellemusic.com Scearce and Ketner are an acoustic duo hailing from Swansboro, NC. They'll follow Latitude and keep the tunes rolling 'til 10 p.m. They perform a wide variety of melodies we all know and love, including songs from their album “Abducted."

Music lovers will find this pair performing in restaurants and clubs, and they have appeared anywhere from Boston, MA all the way to Key West, FL. For details, visit www.scearceandketner.com.

Free contests will take place during the concert, too. When the band takes a break, prepare to show off those island tattoos or bare that beautiful chest hair for a chance to win! Featured contests are Mr. Longitude, Ms. Latitude, Jimmy Buffett Look-A-Like, Grass Skirt Hula, Best Tropical Tattoo, Hairiest Chest, and

Hula Hoop.

Gates will open at 3 p.m., and there will be plenty of parking. Shrimp baskets and fish sandwiches will be provided by Wallace Catering; Turtle Island Restaurant and Catering will offer beer, wine, chicken wings, hamburger sliders, and Italian sausage sandwiches. Wine will be available from Silver Coast Winery, while Papa John's Pizza will have pizza and Pepsi products.

Advance tickets are $10, or purchase them at the door for $15. Children 15 and under are free with adult paying admission. Tickets are available at the Chamber Welcome Center (4433 Long Beach Rd. SE) or through the chamber’s website, www.southport-oakisland.com.

Call Brooke Rudd (910)512-1361 for your private showing appointment or view details online at www.MargaretRudd.com

Sunday, August 24th All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast After you’ve played all day on the beach and danced the night away listening to two amazing bands, bring your appetite for a pancake breakfast! The all-you-caneat breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Cape Fear Regional Jetport. This is an event of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 939. For just $5 per person, all proceeds will benefit EAA Chapter 939 and will help send a young leader to the EAA Air Academy Camp.

For more information contact Richard Largent (301) 801-3725.

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We are very excited to welcome Ladyfingers Gourmet To Go to Uncorked by the Sea. Acclaimed as one of Raleigh’s leading caterers, Ladyfingers is now providing several of their most popular entrees in convenient “to go” packaging. Just thaw and bake. Plus, their famous Brown Sugar & Butter Country Ham Rolls that has graced many a cocktail party in the Triangle area will be available every day locally. All we have to say is YUM! With entrees that serve anywhere from the two of you to a few of the neighbors, you’ll become a fan, too.

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The Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department continues the Labor Day Surf Off in its 11th year of saltwater competition and camaraderie

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The competition will take place in the vicinity of the Ocean Crest Pier, located at 1411 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island, kicking off at 8 a.m. on Saturday, August 30th.

All ages can compete, as surf categories begin as young as 9 and under in the popular "Guppies" group. The event will heat up with shortboard division, longboard division, womens, masters and senior men. A bodyboard competition will take place for those 11 and under, while a stand-up paddleboard race will be offered for all ages.

Fees are $25 to enter and $5 for participants to try their luck at additional categories. For more details, contact Rebecca Squires at the Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department at (910) 278-5518 or rsquires@ci.oak-island.nc.us.

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HETHER YOU LIVE at the beach or are a visitor, the surf culture is apparent. There is something cool about surfers: their agility and grace, the “oneness” with the wave. Even their vehicles are cool: surf racks and boards, headed for adventure at every possible opportunity to dip and dive.

Surfers exude a laid-back confidence, healthy and strong, born by water and wind, salt and sun.

To the non-surfer, there is an ob- Surfer kids, ages 9 and under, prepare for the 'Guppies' vious camaraderie and bonding that heat during a past Oak Island Labor Day Surf Off. Photo takes place past the breakers, a group by Jeff King with the same illustrious desire: to catch the wave. From a distance, a of a lone surfer in the pre-dawn light. spattering of surfers out in the wa- How serene, a private moment, a deep ter, right past the pier, can resemble a sense of solitude and peace engulfed flock of birds, taking rest from flight, in an intimate relationship between bobbing with the swell, and with ani- the person on the board and the vast, mal instincts, stirring, knowing the mysterious sea. precise moment when to begin the This Labor Day weekend, the Oak Ispaddle, the rise and the crouch. The land Parks and Recreation Department ultimate ride is a synchronized move- is co-hosting the 11th Annual Oak Isment of twists and weaves, sprays and land Labor Day Surf Off with the Crysflashes of color. tal South Surf Camp. And although More than a sport acted out on a Oak Island is not necessarily know for powerful and mercurial playing field, big waves, Rebecca Squires, interim surfing has been likened to an affinity director of the Oak Island Parks and with nature. As a casual observer, there Recreation Department says, “This is something strikingly poetic upon is the 11th year, folks. Come out, all the almost intrusive chance sighting ages and people participate and have

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Blue Sea Coffee Shop

7916 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island • 620-7073 Every Fri.: Open Mic, all artists welcome, 7 p.m.

The Oak Island Art Guild hosts its 25th annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Chaser’s Beach Club

5829 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island • 278-5252 Every Wed.: Dennis Walton Band and Open Mic, 8:30 p.m.

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What: Oak Island Art Guild Arts and Crafts Festival When: Saturday, August 30th 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Middleton Park Extension 46th SE Street and Dolphin Drive Cost: FREE Info: www.oakislandartguild.org

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Dead End Saloon

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8/16: Sgt. Rock (classic and modern rock covers), 9 p.m.

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OR THE 25TH CONSECUTIVE year, the Oak Island Art Guild will bring its annual Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, August 30th. If it is art and homemade crafts that tickle your fancy, you'll enjoy appreciating local and visiting artists and craftsmen of all kinds.

The Oak Island Art Guild is comprised of artists who meet monthly to share their interest in art by participating in workshops and community involvement programs. A few of their efforts include: scholarships to South Brunswick High School seniors with the desire of attaining a degree in the visual arts, and grants to local art teachers so they may purchase classroom art supplies. The group depends on the vendor fees from this festival fundraiser every year to support these humanitarian efforts in the community.

There will be a variety of arts and crafts for everyone to enjoy. Penny Prettyman, treasurer of the Oak Island Art Guild, shared the categories with us: fine and costume jewelry, woodworking, wearable and other fabric-made

Guests of a past Oak Island Art Guild Arts and Crafts Festival peruse metal works crafted for lawn and garden use. Courtesy photo

items, metal works, pottery, basketry, stained glass, photography, paintings, country crafts, and so much more.

Approximately 140 vendors will be returning for the festival to share their talents with our local community. Several already registered hail from Brunswick and New Hanover counties, while others will be traveling from South Carolina, Ohio, Florida, Virginia, Tennessee, and other parts of the country.

While browsing, shopping and feeling the fresh salty breeze from the ocean, guests of the festival may get a

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little hungry. Never fear—there will be plenty of food vendors located throughout the festival grounds as well. Prettyman spouts off some delicious Southern pleasers: “hotdogs, hamburgers, chicken on a stick, funnel cake and fried pies, jarred cakes and pies, flavored honey, boiled peanuts, candied apples, ice cream, ice cream floats, slushies, Italian ice, kettle corn and more!”

As of press, the festival was still open to artists and craftsmen who are interested in sharing their products with the community; vendor space is sold until all of the spots are filled. Those interested can download an application from the Oak Island Art Guild website, www.oakislandartguild.org/arts-crafts-festival.php.

For the artist or art lover in everyone, the Oak Island Art Guild invites you to join them in celebrating their silver anniversary with arts, crafts, food and fun on August 30th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Middleton Park Extension. Guest attendance supports the vendors, who support our burgeoning young artists of Brunswick County. “The group has a mission to further the cultural arts for the residents of Oak Island and the surrounding communities," Prettyman reminds.

*all shows from 6/6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted 8/1: Dylan & Vanessa 8/2: Dave's Not Home 8/6: G'tar Mike 8/7:The Bonnie Allyn Band 8/8: Cell Block 2 8/9:The Dennis Walton Band 8/13: Heather Skipper 8/14: Brent Stimmel 8/15: Christine & Guy 8/16: Oldschool 8/20: G'tar Mike 8/21: Randy Sadewater 8/22: Dylan & Vanessa 8/23: Rev & Guy 8/27: Jeremy Truitt 8/28: Heather Skipper 8/29: Christine & Guy 8/30:The Dennis Walton Band 8/31: Cell Block 2, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

9/1: Jenny Pearson, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Oasis Bar & Grill

8039 River Rd. SE, Southport (910) 454-4004 • www.southportoasis.com 8/2:Trifecta 8/9:The Bonnie Allyn Band 8/16: Linda Snyder 8/23:The Lucky Girls 8/30: Heather Skipper

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Thai by the Sea's owner commands her kitchen with simplistic precision

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HOEVER COINED THE concept “less is more” must have been thinking of the owner of Thai by the Sea in Oak Island, Thitima Sanitniam, or Gai, as she is more commonly known.

At 9:30 a.m., Gai arrives at her restaurant wearing a blue jean skirt, a white short-sleeved cotton shirt and brown sandals. Her black, shoulder-length hair is tucked modestly behind her ears, swinging slightly as she bows her head and introduces herself. Stud earrings, a gold bangle, her wedding bands, and a seemingly out of place pink hair tie looped around her knuckle are the only embellishments to her person. She is quiet and soft-spoken at first, but as the conversation about her restaurant and the work she does progresses, it is obvious this modestly clad woman has a personality as bright, colorful and diverse as the pink, green, blue and yellow hues that cover the surrounding walls.

Located about a mile down Oak Island Drive, Thai by the Sea sits just off the road.

The pale, cream-colored building is small, the branches of the tree next to it able to reach and extend across much of the roof.

Blue trimming matches the cloudless sky, one almost melting and blending into the other. That and a picnic table of the same color add a little bit of pop to the outside of the building.

Once inside, the atmosphere and décor begin to imitate more of Gai’s character.

The color on the walls alternate in no particular order among blue, green, yellow and pink. The blue and green color was originally inspired by a ceramic bowl with a design of the same colors that Gai proudly runs and retrieves to show. Decorating the walls are a variety of trinkets, some purchased and selected by the owner herself, some given as gifts from customers, and still others the product of Gai’s do-ityourself spirit.

Gai opened Thai by the Sea in 2003 with her husband, Bob, after moving from Phoenix, Arizona in 2001. Since the age of 10, Gai’s life has been about Thai food.

Growing up in Thailand, Gai was a helper in her family’s restaurant. She would accompany her mother to the market every

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Thitima Sanitniam, better known as Gai, opened Thai by the Sea on Oak Island 11 years ago. The colorful bowl she holds is the only one left of a set that was inspiration for the upbeat color palette used in the restaurant.

morning to get the necessary items for her family’s recipes. It was here that Gai began to learn to cook the authentic Thai food that she makes for her customers, popularizing Thai by the Sea. One of five sisters, Gai admits that she is the only one that could “do it like mother.” In Thailand, Gai learned how to make Thai chili paste from scratch, as well as what plant and pepper in her family’s garden would turn green curry green and red curry red. In the summertime here at Thai by the Sea, Gai is able to mimic that organic ideal by using ingredients from a garden, tended by Bob, in the backyard of the restaurant.

Open for 11 years, Gai and Bob no longer have the trouble they did in the beginning finding customers. When they opened in 2003, they would often wonder how many

people they were going to get each night.

Now, they have no such worries. With the summer season, holidays and long weekends being the busiest and most successful in terms of money, the restaurant is often packed. Bob mans the front of the restaurant, serving the tables with the occasional help of a friend coming in to work parttime and lend a hand. But in the kitchen, it is just Gai. This is the first year Gai has been the only person to work in her kitchen. Before, Bob made sure there were three or four workers to help her, not believing his wife could reasonably handle their large customer base each night. Gai smiles a little as she describes Bob’s friendly opposition and then his eventual recognition of Gai’s amazing ability to work the many facets of the kitchen quickly and successfully.

“I can do it, easy,” Gai says. An emphatic believer in her own work, Gai loves the freedom and pride she has working by herself. “This way I can show what I do wrong or right and I know for sure the customers are going to get the good stuff from me.”

This attitude is not reserved for just the cooking. It also boils over into the cleaning and organization of the restaurant. As she

COCONUT CAKE ASIAN DUMPLINGS PINEAPPLE FRIED RICE PAD THAI

scurries across the dining floor she stops here and there, moving and arranging various objects to her liking. She insists on cleaning the restaurant and kitchen herself, believing it can be done much better by her own hands rather than hiring an outside service to do it. It is because she has so much pride in her business and the work she puts into it, that this is true. The kitchen and dining room is immaculate, leaving no evidence of the events that occur each night.

Gai’s personality is bubbly and sweet.

She smiles and laughs often, nodding her

head with the anecdotes of the conversation. But in the kitchen, she seems to bottle all this, compartmentalizing her fire into the professional energy she needs to receive the orders, man the woks and then present it nicely on the oval plates.

As she prepares to cook Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles and Pineapple Fried Rice, Gai pulls her hair into a bun at the nape of her neck and ties it with her pink elastic. She slips a black apron around her waist and fires up the woks. As they heat, she grabs the ingredients from a bowl and sets it aside. At night, when the restaurant

is open, she has everything lined up so she can get the orders out fast.

But fast is almost an understatement.

Each dish is finished and placed on a plate in under three minutes. The ingredients and elements to each one are simple, stripped down of overwhelming tastes, flavors and spices, the food is best at its most basic roots. When Gai finds a new recipe, she says she will look at it and cut it down to its truest form, making it her own.

Gai stir fries all three dishes in her various woks, mixing in the different noodles, rice, chicken and other elements as she goes. In the Pad Thai, the noodles and chicken are cooked just right—the meat still juicy but not undercooked while the noodles are not cooked so much that they slide through your fork. An array of vegetables like carrots, lima beans, celery and onions add a crunch to the dish and provide a good variety of flavor, taking the place of often overwhelming oils and spices. The Fried Rice and Drunken Noodles have more color with the addition of chunks of tomato, zucchini and squash.

The Fried Rice’s spice is offset by the addition of pineapple, adding a nice comple-

ment to the chicken and tomatoes. The Drunken Noodles is a savory dish, with soy and fish sauces melding on the palate amongst a plethora of vegetables.

For the end of the meal, it should be obligatory to finish the experience with a slice of Gai’s homemade coconut cake. The coconut is almost as fresh as if it had been shaved from coconuts that came from a tree in the backyard garden, but there is no such thing in Gai’s and Bob’s plot. The cake itself is light and fluffy, the saturated pores making it almost like air, save for the honeyed frosting and coconut shavings on and within the dessert.

Every dish, including the cake, is capped with the addition of a butterfly beautifully crafted and cut from a carrot and placed on top.

Upon finishing the dishes for myself and my editor, Gai cheerfully announces that it is time for her to get ready to work now. The restaurant opens for lunch at 11 a.m. and for dinner at 5 p.m. She bows her goodbyes and returns to the kitchen to prepare for the inevitable rush that will come within the next hour. What with Gai’s vibrant disposition and the food produced by her own hands, it is no wonder Thai by the Sea is in its 11th year and the parking lot is consistently full with customers returning time and time again.

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meet the veggie snob:

June Beasley, raised on a farm, shares tips on how to select produce at its peak Story by Kris Beasley

June Beasley, Southport's resident 'veggie snob,' stands in the fields of the family farm she grew up on in Loris, South Carolina.

Photo by Kris Beasley

I

WAS BORN AND RAISED IN the suburbs of Washington, D.C. You could say I was a city girl.

When it came to vegetables I was used to eating ones from a can or a frozen white box. It wasn't until I married my husband of almost 20 years that I got a taste of the good stuff—by that I mean fresh vegetables, cooked to perfection by my mother-in-law, June Beasley.

I often tease June and call her a "vegetable snob" because she really has an affinity for vegetables. I never knew the complexity of vegetables until I learned from her. We are in the midst of the season for fresh fruits and vegetables, and I thought, what better time to learn from the master and share her tips with the readers of Southport Magazine. This is her story, as told to me.

"Born and raised on a tobacco farm in Horry County, South Carolina, summer was not my favorite time of the year. When school was over, instead of going to the beach and having fun, many days I was up at 3 a.m. to unload a barn of cured tobacco, and soon as that was done, to reload that same barn with green tobacco. It was

hot, nasty work.

"The thing I remember with pleasure from those hot days was dinner on the farm. The main feature of those dinners ([eaten at] 12 noon) was fresh vegetables from the garden. Speckled butter beans, Dixie Lee field peas, fried okra, corn, sliced cantaloupe, tomatoes and cucumbers.

"Meat was not the star of the meal.

Usually we did have pork chops or fried chicken. Sometimes the only meat we had was fat back or streak o' lean, which was fried to render the lard to season the vegetables. We always ate the fat back. Nothing was thrown away. We had corn bread, biscuits and rice. But the meal was planned around the vegetables.

"Having a garden so close to the house enabled my mother to be particular about picking the vegetables at their peak—not when they were biggest but when flavor was at its peak.

I still use her rules when shopping for vegetables today. Those days were hard, but I'm glad I lived during those times. It taught a family of five children what hard work is, how to appreciate what you have, and to have a good work ethic."

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1. Speckled Butter Beans (gray in color, similar to green butter bean/lima bean. As they mature they speckle.)

Where to buy: Roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: Buy them already shelled, light gray in color and the ideal size is the tip of your pinky finger Don't buy if: Most of the beans are speckled and bigger than the end of your thumb (I know this doesn't make sense, but it is the way it is.)

Best way to cook: Cover beans with water in a medium size pot. Sprinkle with salt and add one teaspoon to one tablespoon of oil (canola, vegetable or peanut). You can add a strip of bacon if want. Bring to a boil and cover. Simmer for about 20 minutes. You know the beans are done when the larger beans are soft. Do not overcook or the beans will be mushy and dark.

2. Yellow Squash Where to buy: Grocery stores and roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: Pale yellow in color. No bigger than the size of your hand, from the bottom of your palm to the tip of your middle finger.

Don't buy if: Dark yellow, skin is warty, bigger than your hand. Bigger is not better.

Best way to cook: Slice squash crosswise into 1/4-inch medallions.

Slice an onion in rings. Use a big skillet, and over medium heat, melt one stick of butter or 1/4-cup of olive oil. Add all the squash and onions.

Sprinkle to taste with salt and pepper.

Cover and cook for roughly 20 minutes until the squash is fork tender.

You should stir several times during the 20 minutes.

3. Green Beans Where to buy: Grocery stores and roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: Bright green in color. Length does not matter. What you want is a slim bean, no bigger than the diameter of your pinky. Green beans tend to lighten as they age.

Don't buy if: The diameter is bigger than your pointer finger and their color is pale, light green. Or the tips are shriveled and brown.

Best way to cook: Place the clean beans in a pot. Cover with chicken broth or water. Salt to taste. If you use water, pour one tablespoon of oil (any kind of oil will do). Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour.

4. Okra Where to buy: Grocery stores and roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: Small pods, no bigger than three inches; two inches is optimum. Bigger is not better.

Don't buy if: They are longer than three inches and you cannot pierce the skin with your fingernail. Big okra will be tough.

Best way to cook: Slice each pod into 1/4-1/2 inch chucks. Discard the top and tip of okra. Okra is slimy, so use a sharp knife. Heat a large nonstick pan (non-stick is best as okra can stick easily) over medium heat.

Add three tablespoons of oil (any kind of oil will work). Add okra to the pan.

Salt to taste. Sprinkle lightly with some cornmeal to absorb the slime (optional). Cook for 5 minutes and then stir carefully. It will be gooey at first but it will go away. You will need to cook for roughly 20 to 30 minutes, stirring often to keep the okra from burning. Adjust your heat and add oil if it begins to really stick to the bottom of the pan. You will know it is done when each chunk is soft the edges are browned.

We show you step by step how to cook okra this way. Just go to: www.

Facebook.com/SouthportMagazine or visit our website at www.SouthportMag.com 5. Corn (yellow, white or tri color; no real difference in taste) Where to buy: Grocery stores and roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: Peel back the husk to view the kernels. They should be well formed and in even rows. Be sure that they kernels on the tip are smaller. If they are the same size as the ones below, it will be tough.

Don't buy if: The kernels or rows are not uniform. If there are missing kernels.

How to cook: Shuck corn and remove silks. Fill large pot with water.

Put 1/4 cup of sugar in the water.

Bring to a boil. Put corn in boiling water and cook for 7 minutes and remove pot from the heat. Do not overcook. Drain corn and serve with butter, salt and pepper.

6. Tomatoes Where to buy: Roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: Bigger is better.

Uniformed red color.

Don't buy if: Soft or dark spots.

The skin is split.

How to prepare: Slice and eat fresh with salt and pepper.

7. Cucumbers Where to buy: Grocery stores and roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: No longer than six to seven inches. Dark green in color. With a diameter of no more than three inches. Smaller is best.

Don't buy if: Pale in color or yellowish green. Longer than eight inches. Thicker than three inches. Wrinkled or soft or flexible.

How to prepare: Peel, slice in medallions and sprinkle with salt or place in a bowl and add cider vinegar.

8. Watermelon Where to buy: Grocery stores and roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: Dark colors.

Stripes closer together. A yellow or light bottom.

Don't buy if: The stem is green.

Has an irregular shape.

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9. Cantaloupe Where to buy: Grocery stores and roadside produce markets or farms What to look for: Consistent yellow hue. Strong melon scent.

Don't buy if: Green hue and webbing is prevalent. No smell.

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Whether it’s Surf or Turf ...

Mr. P’s can satisfy everyones taste buds!

And if you don’t see it on the menu, Chef Steve looks forward to accommodating your dinner request!

RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED

309 N. Howe Street

(located in the Water Tower District)

910-457-0801 Crab Stuffed Fresh Local Fish du Jour served with a Butter White Wine Sauce

Slow Roasted Prime Rib combined with a Mr. P’s Homemade Crab Cake

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Family-owned and operated for 20 years www.facebook.com/MrPsBistro www.mrpsbistro.com

savor SEAFOOD SPECIALTY

Bob's Dogs

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

Atlantic Seafood and Steaks

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

Chaser's Sports Bar and Grill

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

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

Duffer's Pub and Grill

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

The Blue Marlin 4419 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport • 363-4075 Serving up a menu to satisfy all palates, The Blue Marlin specializes in seafood, steaks and pastas in a fun, relaxed, Caribbean atmosphere.

Eric's Grille

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

Cape Fear Restaurant and Lounge

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

Dead End Saloon & Fish Factory Grille

4907 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 454-4002 • www.thedeadendsaloon.com Known for real Maryland crab cakes and Cream of Crab soup and offering fresh, local seafood specials along with great entrees, nachos, cheddar fries, and more. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway with slips for docking and a beautiful view, including sunsets. We belong to the NC 10% Campaign.

Fish House Restaurant

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

Fishy Fishy Cafe

106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 457-1881 • www.fishyfishycafe.com A sophisticated take on the dockside seafood café, Fishy Fishy serves up plates like shrimp ceviche, Cajun grouper bites, and cilantro crusted Wahoo.

Frying Pan

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

Island Way Restaurant

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

Jolly Rogers

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

Fat Andy's Burgers Mama Rosa's Meat Balls, savory and seasoned with fresh herbs, from Joseph's Italian Bistro (5003 O'Quinn Dr., Southport) are handmade by the owner's mother every day. Served with pasta and homemade marinara. Photo by Bethany Turner

Jones Seafood House

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

MoJo’s on the Harbor

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

Provision Company

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

Shoals Club

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

Yacht Basin Eatery

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

MODERN AMERICAN Live Oak Cafe

614 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4360 • www.liveoakcafenc.com Serving creative cuisine in a cozy atmosphere,

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

Greenlands Farm Store

Live Oak Cafe offers dishes such as duck crepes, 668 Midway Rd. SE, Bolivia 253-9515 • www.greenlandsfarmstore.info low-country gumbo, and baked scallops au gratin.

Farm-fresh, organic and natural ingredients— grown here, made here! Gluten-free and vegan Mr. P’s Bistro options offered. Enjoy sandwiches, salads, unique 309 N. Howe St., Southport sides and desserts.

457-0801 • www.mrpsbistro.com Fine low-country cuisine, from crab-stuffed fish Kopp's Kwik Stop II du jour to crab cakes and prime rib.

3196 George II Hwy., Southport, 845-7700 Kopp's grill serves up a full breakfast (available The Pharmacy Restaurant for school kids before class starts, too), plus home110 E. Moore St., Southport made lunches throughout the day.

457-5577 • www.thepharmacyrestaurant.com Fine dining with home-spun appeal abounds at The Pharmacy Restaurant. Enjoy everything from Little Bit's Grill gourmet chicken salad and fish tacos to blackened 5902 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island • 278-6430 A classic burger joint, with onion rings and other tilapia and Bouillabaisse. sides. Plus, breakfast is served, including pancakes and bacon.

Shagger Jacks 8004 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island Local’s Family Diner 933-4103 • www.shaggerjacksoki.com With over 50 beer selections, Shagger Jacks of- 832 N. Howe St., Southport fers an assortment of dishes from steamers to ribs 457-0444 • www.localsfamilydiner.com Within a warm and friendly atmosphere, Local’s and sweet curry chicken to tacos.

Family Diner serves breakfast all day long and a seafood and entrée menu for lunch and dinner.

Turtle Island Restaurant & Catering 6220 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, 278-4944 Casual dining in a tropical setting, with caribbe- Loco Jo’s an-inspired seafood as well as steaks, chicken, pork 602 N. Howe St., Suite E, Southport • 457-9009 A burger joint with fish sandwiches, pulled pork and salads. and shrimp wraps. Offers select Vietnamese dishes, too, with over 60 beer selections.

CAFES, DELIS AND GRILLS Baked with Love

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

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

Beana's Kitchen

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

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Maritime Market Cafe

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EVENTS Weekly Wine Tastings Every Thursday, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. • $5+ Uncorked by the Sea 602-A N. Howe St., Southport 454-0633 • www.uncorkedbythesea.com “Good Wines for a Great Cause” Wine Tastings benefit local non-profit organizations. Join us to enjoy great wines and hors d’oeuvres while helping out a worthy cause.

Daily Wine and Craft Beer Tastings Mon.-Thurs. and Sat., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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

The Grape & Ale 8521 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 933-4384 • www.thegrapeandale.com Taste our free samples or enjoy a top-shelf wine from our wine station for a small fee.

Daily Wine and Craft Beer Tastings Any time, no appointment needed • $6 Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room 105 S. Howe St., Southport 777-5151 • www.silvercoastwinery.com Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room in downtown Southport offers wine and craft beer tastings seven days a week. Come in any time between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Mon.Sat., and 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday, and enjoy six wines or six beers (keep the souvenir glass) for $6.

12th Annual Fun, Food and Health Festival Saturday,August 16th • 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

"T" Heirs Herb & Vegetable Shoppe 816 Tucker Rd., Supply, NC (910) 754-3415 Fun for all ages. Free hay rides, face painting, arts & crafts, horseback riding, farm animals, various gospel singers. Local musicians. Healthy food for the family: fresh vegetables from the garden, nutrition table, organic products, fresh herbs, free herbal tea samples, fresh fruit, home baked goodies and desserts, lots of handmade crafts and art. Free health screenings and immunizations. "T" Heirs Herb & Vegetable Shoppe is located on the Corner of US Hwy. 17 and Business 17 at the new gas station. Turn at the light.

Oak Island Farmers Market Mondays through Sept. 8th • 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Middleton Park Extension, - Oak Island Soccer Field, 49th Street SE • (910) 278-5518 Fruits, vegetables, honey. Handmade or homegrown products.

Southport Waterfront Farmers Market Wed. through Sept. 24th • 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ft. Johnston Garrison Lawn, Bay Street (910) 279-4616 or (910) 620-2308 Local produce, baked goods and handcrafted items.

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

Moore Street Market

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

Oak Island Deli and Pub

5422 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island • 278-40005 Offering hamburgers, sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, seafood and daily drink specials.

Oak Island Restaurant

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

Oak Island Subs and Salads

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

Oasis Bar and Grill

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

Old Bridge Diner

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

Olde Brunswick General Store

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

Russell's Place

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

Side Street Café

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

Southport Tea House

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

Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Taylor Cuisine Café

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

Trolly Stop

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

Tropical Smoothie Café

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

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Quizno's Subs

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

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

Wildlife Restaurant and Grill

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

BAJA CALIFORNIA Flying Fish Cafe

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

BARBECUE Southport Smoke House

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

Terry's North Carolina Bar-B-Que & Ribs 4688 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport • 477-9187 Serving up pork and beef brisket sandwiches and plates, and Memphis dry-rub ribs, along with baked beans, cole slaw, potato salad, and mac 'n' cheese.

The Bar-B-Que House

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

lit dining and fresh Italian continental cuisine.

IRISH Sláinte

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

JAPANESE Kobe Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi

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

Tengu Japanese Steak House

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

MEXICAN Delphina Cantina

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

Plaza Mariachi

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

San Felipe

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

CHINESE

PIZZERIAS

Asian Taste

Dry Street Pub and Pizza

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

INTERNATIONAL Ports of Call

116 N. Howe St., Southport 457-4544 • www.portsofcallbistro.com The eclectic menu offers choices that are largely influenced by dishes from across the globe. Menu items and specials can whisk your palette from Casablanca to Barcelona, Santorini to Mumbai, and from Marseilles to Munich or Charleston. Finish with a fresh-baked dessert in the romantic atmosphere.

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

Famous Subs and Pizza

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

Pizza Shack

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

The Pepperoni Grill

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

ITALIAN

POLISH

Bella Cucina

Pierogies

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

Joseph's Italian Bistro

5003 O'Quinn Blvd., Southport 454-4440 • www.josephsitalianbistro.com

Armed with decades of experience and "secret" family recipes, Joseph's Italian Bistro appeals with candle-

8017-A E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, 368-8098 Specializing in the Polish delicacy for which they're named, this restaurant is set up for takeaway order and also features 'Super Dogs,' kielbasa hoagies, and kolache.

TAPAS Flights

1513-9 N. Howe St., Southport • (910) 363-1202 Wine, craft beer, and a tapas menu.

Crazy Cake Chicks

THAI Thai by the Sea

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

Thai Peppers

115 E. Moore St., Southport 457-0095 • www.thaipeppersnc.us Serving decadent and creative Oriental food of the finest quality, prepared with care. A broad range of traditional Thai dishes and sushi are available.

BAKERIES/COFFEE SHOPS Ahoy Doughnuts

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

Blue Sea Coffee Shop

7916 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 620-7073 • www.facebook.com/Blue.Sea.Cafe.NC Homemade bagels, hot out of the oven each morning & Mom’s baked goods & sweets. Fresh daily vegetarian specials. 100% organic coffee, full espresso & tea bar, fruit smoothies & chai. Wi-Fi & handmade gifts.

Burney’s Bakery

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

5119 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 933-4253 • www.crazycakechicks.com We have a variety of cakes on our standard menu.

We also prepare a full line of special order desserts including low-sugar, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and seasonal items by special order.

The Confectionary

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

Flying Pig Coffeehouse

Side Street Bakery

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

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

ICE CREAM PARLORS Dairy Queen

Jumpin’ Java - Oak Island

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.

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 Wi-Fi. Comfortable inside and outside seating. Coffee catering available.

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

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Fuzzy Peach

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

Leaky Tiki

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

Spike’s Dairy Bar

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

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Staarr Cakes Bakery

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

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

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These days, there’s more than just dogs wagging their tails at Donna’s Tails A’Waggin Pet Grooming.

Donna Nash has ventured into raising Muscovy and Khaki Campbell ducks. She discovered the nutritional benefits of duck eggs and wants to provide her family and the community with an alternative to chicken eggs. Donna is pictured with Pricilla.

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when in doubt:

Notes on how to select the right wine for you

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HOOSING A WINE DOESN'T have to be a daunting task, even if you’re not sure what the difference is between Shiraz, Sirah, Bordeaux or Pinot Noir. Don’t think you’re stuck with just picking a wine based on its clever label.

Sometimes, you may get lucky and pick a good one, but lots of times, especially with budget wines, the label graphics are a lot more pleasing than what is in the bottle.

We, of course, encourage you to develop a relationship with a local wine shop where the staff can get to know your tastes and make recommendations that will likely be spot on. So when in doubt, ask your “wine guy,” or you can also consult a wine app on your smart phone.

What do you like?

There is no right or wrong way to choose a wine. Sharing your preferences with a knowledgeable wine professional will help them move you in the right direction. A good start is to give some thought to what you really like in a wine.

Is your favorite white crisp and citrusy or buttery and oaky? When you think of white wines, think of white or lighterfleshed fruit. The most common scents and flavors that you can expect in white wine varietals include: apple, pear, citrus, tropical, peach, apricot, melon, kiwi, banana, mango, pineapple, warm florals or butter. Whether the wine is stored in oak barrels or stainless steel tanks will also have a significant impact on its flavor profile. In general, you’ll notice more acidity on the palate with white wines. You will usually be better off choosing a more recent vintage except in the case of the most expensive whites.

Prefer a fruity, full-bodied red? Just as you considered lighter fruits with white wines, you'll want to shift to darker fruit for red-wine profiles. The most common scents and flavors for red wine varietals include: cherry, cranberry, raspberry, strawberry, blackberry, blueberry, plum, raisin, fig and various floral tones or spices. You'll often notice more tannins in the red-wine category. That is why older vintages are smoother and silkier, demanding a higher price point than young reds.

It's no secret that climate affects every vintage, every year, but it also plays a critical role in the development of the individual grape clusters and their innate flavor profiles. For example, a wine's style will be completely different depending on where it was grown. Take a Cabernet Sauvignon for example—one grown in a cooler region and one grown in a warm, sunny locale.

What happens to the grapes? In the cooler areas the Cab grapes will often display tart, tight flavors like that of red cherries or currants. However, grapes grown in warmer climates present juicier fruit, like that of plums, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries, as a direct result of ripeness levels based on sun exposure.

How much should you spend?

Next, think about your budget. A good

starting point is around $20. For instance, ask for a recommendation and listen to why it would be a good choice. Uncomfortable with the price? Ask for one that is similar in taste but priced less. Or if you want to up your game, ask what would be the next level up for that varietal or region.

rankings from others who have had the wine plus information about the winery, the grape, the wine region, pairing suggestions and much more. You will be able to add your own notes and ratings and even create a social network with your friends and follow other users.

Wine Apps When you’re on your own staring at the grocery aisle, just pull out your smart phone for some guidance. There are several wine apps available. Vivino is the most popular with more than 5 million users. Just download the free Vivino app for your iPhone, Android or Windows phone, and you’re ready to take a picture of any wine label. Within a minute, Vivino will match it against a database of more than 500,000 wines. It provides notes and

When are you serving the wine?

This is one of the most important factors in making your decision. Is it for sipping on the deck or for a romantic dinner for two? Occasion should certainly drive your selection. What is appropriate for cocktails at sunset may not work for the dinner your significant other has worked on all day. Wine should complement both the food and the mood.

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health

Story by Leslie Reschly, BSN, RN

Preventing Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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MAGINE LOOKING INTO the face of your spouse, friend or grandchild and seeing only a blurry center. This is the plight of people suffering from Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Macular degeneration is an eye disease associated with aging and is the leading cause of severe vision loss in adults over the age of 50. It is estimated that 1.8 million people have AMD and another 7.3 million are at substantial risk for vision loss from AMD. The macula is located in the retina of the eye and is responsible for crisp, straight-ahead vision and is needed for everyday tasks such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces. When damage occurs to this area, it causes gradual loss of the ability to see objects clearly. Symptoms include blurriness, wavy lines or distortion, and/or a blind or dark spot in the vision. AMD can affect one or both eyes and can progress either very slowly or rapidly.

Risk factors for developing AMD include family history, age, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and gender (females). As a result of our aging population, we are seeing this disease more frequently.

Southport optometrist Dr. Tara Parnell of Perceptions Eye Health and Wellness states, “Our goal is aimed toward prevention and controlling risk factors. We are able to better predict those at risk for severe vision loss

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Attending regular eye exams as well as eating healthfully can prevent or delay age-related macular degeneration.

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with genetic testing."

If a parent has AMD, you are at a 50 percent risk of developing advanced AMD. “With genetic testing, we are able to develop a specific, individualized protocol for managing and modifying risk factors. This is done very easily with a simple cheek swab. If AMD is diagnosed, we have incredible new technology that can help us better manage each stage of this disease," Dr. Parnell explains.

It is most important to maintain an overall healthy lifestyle, including exercise, healthy weight, maintenance of normal blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and a diet high in green, leafy vegetables like spinach and kale, colorful fruits and vegetables like blueberries and sweet potatoes, and oily fish like tuna and salmon.

Research has also shown that exposure to harmful high-energy blue light from the sun and electronic devices is also a significant risk factor. Fortunately, taking precautions when outdoors by wearing polarized sunglasses

that filter out the harmful light can help reduce the risk of damage and help to preserve vision.

“We also have indoor lenses available now to filter the blue light from computer screens, harsh fluorescent lighting and personal electronic devices," Dr. Parnell shares. "In addition, supplementing with specific antioxidants, carotenoids, and omega fatty acids also help to repair damage and protect the macula."

Detection is accomplished early via a comprehensive dilated eye health exam. Since early stages of AMD often have no symptoms, it is important to schedule regular eye exams with an eye doctor.

If you are over 50, please make an eye appointment today. Although you cannot restore vision loss from AMD, you may be able to delay the onset or slow the progression!

Perceptions Eye Health and Wellness is located at 1456 N. Howe St in Southport. The telephone number is (910) 454-9226.

exercise

EVENTS @ the Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center 9 E. Boiling Spring Rd., Boiling Spring Lakes 845-3693 • www.cityofbsl.org

-Tai Chi Video Class: Mon. & Fri., 10:20 a.m.; FREE -Tai Chi Flow Video:Wed., 9:20 a.m., FREE -Fit 4 Life: Mon. and Wed., 11 a.m. • $1 -Yoga/Pilates:Tues. 9 a.m. • $5 -Yoga w. Sandy:Tues. & Thurs., 6 p.m. • $5 -Cardio Fit & Fun:Wed., 10 a.m. • $1 -TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): Fri., 11a.m.

-Cardio Chair Fitness: Fri., 11 a.m. • $1

@ the Brunswick Center at Southport 1513 N. Howe St., Southport 754-2300 • www.brunswickseniorresources.org

*All activities are free of charge to those 60+; those under will be charged $2 unless otherwise noted -Yoga for Health and Wellness:

Mon., 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Tues., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; -Strength and Chair Toning Exercise:

Mon. and Wed., 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

-Easy Does It: Mon.,Wed., 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

-Square Dancing:Tues., 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. (fee) -Tai Chi: Mon,Wed., & Fri., 10:30 am to 11:30 am -Line Dancing,Thurs., 1:30 to 3 p.m.

-Gentle Cardio and Core Classes:Tues. & Thurs.,

1:30 to 2:30 p.m.; bring a mat -Low-Impact Aerobics:Tues., 5-6pm; Fri., 9-10am -Total Body Conditioning: Fri., 11:30 am -12:30 pm -Ancient Dance: Wed., 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

@ Oak Island Rec. Center 3003 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 278-5518 • www.oakislandnc.com

-Senior Mature Aerobics: Tues. & Thurs., 7:45 a.m.

$2 resident /$3 non-resident drop-in fee -Senior Yoga:Tues. & Thurs., 10 a.m.

$2/$3 drop-in fee -Yoga with Amy English: Mon. and Wed., 6 p.m. $4/$5 drop-in fee; $20/month or $27/month -Table Tennis: Fridays, 8 a.m.; Sat., 2 p.m.

-Tai Chi: Sat., 10 a.m.;Tues., 6 p.m.

-Fit Fusion: Mon., 5 p.m.;Wed., 8 a.m.

-Beachwalkers meet MWF mornings, 8 a.m. at the Cabana (46th St. SE) and walk two miles. Call to join or for more info.

@ St. James Community Center 4136 Southport-Supply Rd., St. James

-Pilates with Sarah Hyland: Mon., 8 a.m.; bring mat & a fitness ball. (978) 844-2556 -Yoga with Pamela Schottenfield: Wednesdays 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. $7 drop-in; class packs available. 854-0112.

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

To list your exercise events, e-mail kris@southportmag.com

Gentle Yoga with Dee Buckingham Southport Jaycee Building, 309 Fodale Ave. www.RisingTideYoga.com Mondays from 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; $4

Yoga for Health and Wellness with Ella Hill St. Peter Lutheran Church, 4843 Southport-Supply Rd. 297-6274 • www.stpeterlutheran-nc.org Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Suggested donation of $6 to $10.

Yoga with Pam Moulin Inspirations Dance Centre, 7969 River Rd. 612-7441 • www.inspirationsdancecentre.com

Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Walk in fee of $8/$10 per class. Pam has been yoga certified since 2004, is a Level 3 YogaFit instructor with Seniors training, teaching yoga for 10 plus years. She’s been a certified fitness instructor for over 28 years.

Yoga with Pamela Schottenfeld Island Healing Chiropractic 8809 E. Oak Island Dr. 278-5877 • www.islandhealingchiropractic.com

Mondays from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. $8 drop-in fee; also class packs available. Pamela has been practicing yoga for over 18 years and has been a registered Vinyasa Yoga instructor since 2006.

Ageless Yoga with Beverly Weinstein, RYT and Ronnie Weinstein, RYT 200 Country Club Dr., Oak Island 248-9644 • www.agelessyoga4u.com

Tues: Gentle Yoga, 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Wed., Power Yoga, 6-7:15 p.m.; Fri: Gentle Yoga, 12:30-1:30 p.m.; Sat:Yin Yang Yoga, 9:30-10:45 a.m.; Sun., Mixed Level Hatha, 10:3011:45 a.m. Sign up online; pre-registered fee, $8. Walk-in fee, $10.

GO JUMP IN THE LAKE 5K, FUN RUN/WALK Sun.,August 31st • 8 a.m.

Spring Lake Park, Pine Rd., Boiling Spring Lakes A 5k and 1.5 mile fun run/walk follows a course through Boiling Spring Lakes. Both races begin and end at Spring Lake Park. The courses are paved asphalt and are mostly flat. No pets, bikes, skateboards or roller blades. Go Time will provide timing support. 5k Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall male and female. 1st place male and female in each age category.Age categories 13 and under, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 6064, 65-69, 70 and up. 1.5 Mile Awards: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Overall male and female. Winners must be presents at ceremony to receive prizes. Project of the Southport Rotary Club to benefit New Hope Clinic. https://its-go-time.com/gojumpinthelake2014

Facilities and instructors are required to notify Southport Magazine of any changes.

Schedules and prices are subject to change.

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Fishing for a reason: Competing in tournaments Story by Captain Alan Beasley

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ELIEVE IT OR NOT, IF YOU fish enough and get fine-tuned with your skills of targeting and catching certain fish, you’ll find that there are opportunities to compete in tournaments. Some of these opportunities are for special reasons and some are just to compete against other fishermen for money and to measure exactly how well you’re doing against others. I want to write about a couple of reasons for tournaments this month that are important and not just for fun.

The first tournament is very special for a local Southport fishing legend. Bay Creek Classic is a flounder tournament for Mr. Brandon Matthews held at the Wildlife Boat Ramp on Fish Factory Road on Saturday, September 27th.

Brandon is a local fishing legend that had a serious accident and is now confined to a wheel chair. He often has long sessions in the hospital due to infections and life-threatening issues. He also has surgeries from time to time that help improve his quality of life. It’s for these reasons that Brandon needs the support from everyone that can help. He is well-known in the area and is a husband and father, so it’s important that the local community support this tournament and Brandon.

For more information visit the tournament's Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/pages/Bay-Creek-ClassicFishing-Tournament/12130595185 or the website, www.baycreekclassic.com.

Please consider fishing and/or supporting this effort; it’s for a great cause and does so much to help a local, lifelong Southport family in need.

The second tournament is Sherriff John Ingram’s Flatfish Roundup. It is also a flounder tournament, helping support the reelection of Sheriff John Ingram. Mr. Ingram has done an excellent job of providing public service as our sheriff of Brunswick County.

He and his office work very hard to

Fisherman Mike Hill (left) accepts the first place prize, $1,000 and a 24-inch copper trophy, during the 2013 Bay Creek Classic.

Hill is pictured with Brandon Matthews (right), a local Southport fishing legend whose medical bills are supported by proceeds of the Bay Creek Classic. Courtesy photo

provide a safe county, community and provide protection for our children in public schools. He and his staff are always involved in so many activities to support our families and communities. They continuously provide services that are critical to so many of us and they deserve our support whenever possible. This tournament is fun and especially safe!

On Saturday, August 23rd, the 3rd Annual Sheriff John Ingram’s Flatfish Roundup will be held at the Southport Marina (606 W. West Street). For more information visit www.sheriffjohningram.com/flatfishroundup for more information.

If you don’t fish tournaments but want to learn more about them, go see the weigh-in. Most of them have great food and entertainment, and you’ll get to see lots of large flounder and other species of fish that are caught in these tournaments. You’ll get a chance to talk to the fishermen and learn more about the art of catching fish.

You can also support these events by way of donation even if you’re not

ready to fish a tournament. Also, don’t be afraid to ask if anyone is looking for a fisherman to get in the boat for a tournament. That is the best way to learn the tips and tricks of where, when and how to catch fish!

I hope to see lots of attendance at these tournaments—and if you come and are holding a Southport Magazine in your hand while you’re at the weighin, you just might be approached and given a special gift for supporting our magazine! You'll find me, Captain Alan, with the Southport Magazine fishing team, Reel Rocker.

Thanks and remember, support the local tackle shops and small businesses in our area first!

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EUROPEAN TOUCH For the most relaxing experience Laura Formerly of Healthy Hands Laura is now at European Brochure and Feet, Touch Spa 919-906-0187 ORGANIC MANICURES AND PEDICURES

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wealth Crash course in back-to-school savings Story by Greg Ochipa

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ROM SCHOOL SUPPLIES TO dorm essentials, preparing for a new school year can be an expensive undertaking. Consider these simple back-to-school shopping tips to help you plan smart and cut costs.

Set a budget—and stick to it.

Determine how much money you can spend, then evaluate needs versus wants. Review supply lists before heading to the store and note what you already have. Include your kids in the process for a valuable lesson about budgeting.

Get a deal.

Buy a Sunday paper to check weekly ads for the best savings and clip any school-supply coupons. Another idea: Follow your favorite stores on social media to keep up with deals or use a free app like RetailMeNot, or its website www.retailmenot.com, to find store-specific coupons.

Stock up.

Many retailers mark down school supplies weeks after back-to-school shopping peaks. Score deals on trendy, must-have items for this year and stock up on basics, like glue and paper, for upcoming years.

Shop securely.

If you’re ordering online, make sure to use secure, reliable websites with “https” and a padlock symbol in the address bar. Pay with your credit card instead of debit card.

Any questions?

Contact Greg, a State Farm agent, at: Office: (910) 395-5252 Email : greg@gregochipa.com www.gregochipa.com

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A Showcase for Local Artists

August Member’s Show Opens July 31st through August 31st Featured artists for August Jan Boland, Pastel painter Dory Hemmingway, Ceramic artist

September Members Show opens September 1 through Featured artists for September Eloise Randolph, Painter John Bilicki, Ceramics ADMISSION IS FREE

Reception for the featured artists is August 1st and September 5th from 5 to 7 PM during the First Friday gallery tour.

Open 10-5 Monday-Saturday 130 East West Street (behind Franklin Square Park) 910-457-5450 • www.FranklinSquareGallery.com

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biz Q&A

By Bethany Turner

Margaret Rudd leads the way in Oak Island beach rentals and Brunswick County property sales while keeping true to her adventure-seeking personality

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ARGARET RUDD, A Southern adventurer, vacationed with her family in Long Beach and once lived on a boat, all before putting firm roots down in Oak Island where she established her highly successful real estate company, Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® in the early '80s.

What began as a half-ownership emerged into a rather large agency specializing in a full range of services including sales, resort rentals, development, land sales, commercial properties, relocation services and long-term rentals.

Here we share with you Margaret's story, from biking nearly 4,000 miles in one trip to recalling her historic version of Southport and Oak Island—plus the start of her very own company. For more information regarding Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS®, visit www.rudd.com or call 1-800-486-5441.

Southport Magazine (SM): How did you become interested in real estate?

How did you establish your large company in the area?

Margaret Rudd (MR): A native North Carolinian, I first visited Long Beach in the 1950s when our family vacation location shifted from Murrell’s Inlet. I always enjoyed the beach and remember walking up to the little bandstand where there was a jukebox in the Yaupon Beach section.

To get to the beachfront from the modest cottage that my grandmother built in the wooded section called Tranquil Harbor, we had to zig and zag south and west to get to the water because the streets did not go straight to the ocean like they do now.

There were wetlands and marshy areas that mandated this curious route.

At that time the streets were not numbered, but named after college teams, or towns, and lots of families from these towns would gravitate to “their” street for a vacation home. Since the streets were separated by four 60’ lots plus the 60’ Right of Way, you were in danger of whiplash to be quick enough to read the various street names as you drove past since they were only 300’ apart.

joined the firm in 1986. In 1999 I transferred an ownership interest to Vice President Rudd to facilitate the transition of this business to our next generation, a succession plan.

We may be considered a large company in Brunswick County now, but we certainly started small and grew the business gradually. The Oak Island office has been expanded three times, we added a second storage building, and we also purchased additional adjacent land. The original Southport office was doubled in size. Also, we have leased two locations, one in downtown Southport and one in Holden Beach.

I have never been confused about what I wanted to do “when I grew up” after discovering the real estate business.

Margaret Rudd founded Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® in 1981. Photo by Kris Beasley

When I first moved to Brunswick County in 1970 I lived on a boat. I traveled the Intracoastal Waterway north to Washington, DC, and south as far as Riviera Beach, Florida. In 1969 I traveled across Florida on the Okeechobee Canal to bring the boat north from the Ruskin Beach, Florida, marina where it was docked when we bought it. In 1971 I moved into a “proper” home fronting the Oak Island Golf Course prior to having the first of my three daughters in June.

I was very curious about what the interiors of the beach houses looked like. In 1973 I signed up for the real estate pre-licensing course, which at the time consisted of 30 classroom hours. I also felt like the course content would be helpful to me in making personal investment decisions. I still have my composition book that I took to class.

Once licensed, I started working parttime for Ferrell Real Estate, trying to get presales on a proposed two-building, five-story condominium project that was planned for the oceanfront on Caswell Beach. The Oak Island Beach Villas are located there now, across from the Oak Island Golf Course at Caswell Beach, so the lack of success in this first job is apparent.

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The firm office was located at 40th Street and East Beach Drive and had the best location for listing and selling beach houses, but probably the worst location for selling primary residences. For this reason I opened the 1023 North Howe Street office near Dosher Hospital in Southport, initially in a 50-percent ownership position with one of the principals of Ferrell Real Estate, on St. Patrick’s Day in 1981. I was overwhelmed with the welcome from the local business community, and I still remember counting the 17 flower arrangements sent to us on the occasion of our grand opening.

My partner, Don Ferrell, and I each threw $5,000 in a business checking account, and negotiated the purchase of the original building for $43,500, with owner financing, and a five-year note at 12-percent interest with annual payments of just under $10,000.

Two years later, in 1983, I told Don that I wanted to "buy him out while I could still afford to do it." So I bought the other 50 percent of the business paying $12,500 for his share. I rented a building on Oak Island until the completion of the middle part of our Oak Island location at 210 Country Club Drive in what was Yaupon Beach at the time.

S.R. “Buddy” Rudd, Jr., Vice President,

SM: How much of the rental market would you say Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc., REALTORS, holds in the area and why do you enjoy helping visitors find a great place on the beach for their vacation?

MR: While we manage over 400 properties in our rental department, we measure our success in the Property Management Department by the quality and consistency of our service to both the property owners and the visitors to their properties. It is a real pleasure to welcome back the many families that have made our properties their family vacation destination year after year.

We still manage properties for owners who have been with us from the 1980s and they feel like family to us when they return to the area.

While its routine now, our firm was the first entity in Brunswick County that had information and photos on the internet, and the website was shown as an example across the state at travel and economic development conferences in the 1990s. We have produced an attractive rental brochure since 1985. This year we produced a 68-page all-color vacation rental brochure for 2014, and of course you can use our website for information and booking if you prefer.

We recently backed away from a realestate reality show that was looking for a

business with five related family members.

We have six but determined internally that it would simply be a distraction and not add any value to our services.

Each year we have an annual property owners event and it reminds me of a church homecoming, with great food and the opportunity to enjoy visiting with our client base on an informal fun basis. After all, our slogan “the fun starts here” reflects our commitment to provide our clients and customers with lifetime memories with their friends and families.

SM: You expect your realtors to go above and beyond for their clients.

What sets Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc., REALTORS apart from the competition?

MR: We service Brunswick County exclusively. We are the largest independent agency in Brunswick County and we pride ourselves on knowing this county like the back of our hand. We eat, breath, and sleep real estate—it’s our passion. We are successful in an extremely competitive industry because of our commitment to serving the client and our highly regarded reputation.

All companies may look the same on the outside, but once you walk through our doors you know the difference. We bring our brand of professional, personalized service and trustworthiness to every real estate transaction. In today’s market, clients expect results and expertise. We deliver both.

We recruit and train the very best professional brokers. We are committed to constant and never-ending improvement. This means that at Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS®, we push ourselves to improve, and we believe that good enough is never good enough.

We are positive and look at the bright side. We set big goals for ourselves to keep us inspired. We hire people with ambition, initiative, persistence and enthusiasm. We hire real estate professionals that are passionate about their work.

We believe in uncompromising honesty.

Simply put, we do what we say we are going to do.

We also give back to the communities we service through volunteer work and charitable donations. Last year we supported over 30 local charities. Locally owned and operated means whether selling or buying from the Cape Fear River to Calabash we know real estate. We know Brunswick County.

Lastly, we have fun! We have a positive, upbeat attitude and the very best team of people. We enjoy working with each other and have a work hard, play hard attitude.

This is a fun place to work!

SM: What services does Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc., REALTORS offer that customers may not be aware of?

MR: We are local but have global connections. Our affiliation with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® provides us a network of over 3,500 offices in nearly 50 countries. As an affiliate of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World,® our company is a global—not just local—real estate company working on your behalf. Leading Real Estate provides world-class marketing and resources, allowing us to provide the very best service. Our organization produced more home sales volume in 2013 than any other national real estate network, $314 billion, representing over one million transactions.

In addition, our affiliation with Luxury Portfolio gives our listings exposure to the largest sphere of international buyers and sellers. This exposure increases the likelihood that international buyers will be attracted to our area.

Favorite food: Seafood—with shrimp, scallops, oysters and fish all being favorites, I am living in the right place to get fresh seafood seven days a week!

Favorite book: I love to read and I really enjoy fiction. A good “murdering book” would be my choice, a “beach” book, light but entertaining and suspenseful. "Tell No One" by Harlan Coben is a great book in this genre.

My favorite historical novel is "The Agony and the Ecstasy" by Irving Stone, regarding the life and art of Michelangelo. I bought this book in the museum in Florence, Italy, where I saw the magnificent sculpture of Michelangelo’s David.

Favorite musician: My favorite musician is Carrie Underwood, with Miranda Lambert also a favorite because of her kickin’ lyrics. The Zac Brown Band and the Dixie Chicks are both favorite groups.

As a kid I thought I was being punished to have to listen to country music and now I love it. In college I remember loving the music of the Beatles, the Kingston Trio, and Bob Dylan, which illustrates the fact that I graduated from NC State University in 1967.

Favorite place to travel: I have skied at 25 different ski resorts in the last 15 years and own a vacation rental condominium at Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Rental income at this property has increased this summer over last summer and I’m wondering if it has to do with the changing laws in Colorado! I’m look-

ing forward to skiing Telluride, Colorado this next ski season, since this will be my first trip there.

When I was first enticed into the sport of bicycling as an adult I was lured by the prospect of the bright colorful clothing and unlimited ice cream.

My favorite bicycle trip is the 2011 cross-country ride that nine of us started in Bar Harbor, Maine, and that seven of us finished in Anacortes, Washington State, with us crossing the border into Canada at Niagra Falls. We traveled a combination of the Adventure Cycling Northern Tier and their Lake Erie Connector route and accomplished our goal after 3,963 miles and 76 days, 10 of which were rest days.

I bicycled from Basel, Switzerland to Florence, Italy in 2008, and from Brugge, Belgium to Amsterdam, the Netherlands in 2013, and recently returned from cycling 8 days in Ireland.

North Carolina Amateur Sports in conjunction with the Department of Travel and Tourism sponsors an annual ride from a mountain town to a beach community to highlight the beauty and diversity of our state. I’ve done several of these, with the first one I did ending on Oak Island.

Favorite thing about Southport and Oak Island: My favorite thing about Oak Island and Southport is that I will never have to move anywhere else! I love the beach on Oak Island and riding my bicycle by the Intracoastal Waterway, Atlantic Ocean, Oak Island Lighthouse, and the Oak Island Golf Club.

Southport is a “real” town and I love it today, but I also remember seeing the ladies heading the shrimp in the 1950s at the docks and the “Idle On” charter boats coming in with their daily catches on display. I went out on a menhaden boat as a guest of the captain in the 1970s and was able to see firsthand the fishing operation that was so much a part of the areas past utilizing “purse boats” to secure the catch in their nets. I remember counting the blasts of the horn of these boats when they came into Southport. The first three blasts meant “Hello Southport,” and each blast after that was reporting the catch of 100,000 fish.

So I now enjoy this area for its quality of life, which blends into my memories of being here as a child. I grew up in a mill town in the piedmont section of the state, Haw River, but this will always be my home. I’m fond of saying that I wasn’t born here but I got here as soon as I could!

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Listen to music and raise a glass to the spirit of our amazing friend, generous neighbor and a hard working volunteer.

Cornelias life-long commitment to animal rescue charities is the reason she made arrangements for this celebration after her death a last gift to her part of the kindest of all reasons we are here. Bring your friends.

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THE MODEL IDEAL

Turtlewood at Southport awaits new owners in a picturesque neighborhood

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N A QUIETER PART OF SOUTHPORT, away from the thoroughfare of Howe Street, Turtlewood at Southport has been growing all summer long. Among homesites waiting to break ground, three adorable cottages in three different floor plans beckon newcomers to the area.

Locals may be familiar with the development from its first incarnation. "There are a few homes that were part of the original development that was

started in 2004 or 2005," Rasa Love, realtor with Buddy Blake's Remax Essentials team, explains.

"Because of the recession, everything slowed down.

But the new developer, Todd Jemison, came in and bought Turtlewood and took ownership of the major percentage of the homesites in this neighborhood."

With two or three more floor plans on the way, Turtlewood is Todd Jemison's vision for a close-

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knit but relaxed community in seaside Southport.

"I want to create a comfortable community where neighbors know one another and can enjoy life, whatever stage they’re in," Jemison shares. "I was charmed by this unique coastal town that offers a lot to its residents. We’re excited to be part of Southport which offers such great places to be active as well as spots to relax and take it easy. It has such beautiful, coastal views plus great res-

FLEX SPACE, SHOWN AS HOME OFFICE taurants, shops, art galleries, golf courses, water sports—the list goes on."

Jemison, a Wake Forest University graduate and the son of a realtor, has lived closely in the industry his entire life. Since 1995, he has been involved as a licensed realtor, mortgage broker, and realestate developer. Jemison is using these skills to revitalize Turtlewood with a team of professionals sourced locally. Remax Essentials, with offices in Leland and Wilmington, and soon to have an office in Southport, joined the team in December 2013.

"We are now the exclusive agent for Turtlewood," Love affirms.

The developer also teamed with Tidal Wave Construction, owned by Todd Piper of Wilmington.

Founding the company in 2004, Piper's focus is on

energy efficiency in order to marry yesterday's architectural charm with today's new technology.

In fact, Turtlewood seeks to produce homes that are both energy efficient and low maintenance.

"Todd feels that the Turtlewood neighborhood is a treasure with its natural settings and marsh-front homesites," the developer's wife, Jill Jemison, owner of Jill Marketing, describes. "The homes themselves offer an ease of life through their energy efficiency and nearly maintenance-free features so that residents can focus on the important things in their lives."

Energy-saving features include high-efficiency blown cellulose insulation, 2x6 wall construction ensuring 170 percent greater insulation than code requires, double-pane insulated windows that also ex-

ceed hurricane requirements, air-pressure-tested high-efficiency HVAC system, and every house is pressure-tested throughout for maximum efficiency.

Exterior features help to keep maintenance down, including: durable cement lap siding; sealed concrete porches; mold, rot, and mildewproof foundation assembly; 30-year architectural shingle roof; premium rust and warp-proof front door; and a decorative carriage-style, hurricane rated garage door.

While the goal is to craft cottage-style homes fit for living in Southport, Jemison and Piper developed many "lifestyle features" to include in select floor plans, such as extra space in the garage for a golf cart, bikes, and/or storage; bathroom vanities with double sinks at "back-saving" heights; and

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OPEN FLOOR PLAN state-of-the-art security systems with smart-phone monitoring and controls.

"Our standard features are the majority of other neighborhoods' upgrades," Rasa continues. "We try to keep the upgrades down to a minimum, so people walk in to the model and say, 'Oh, I really want this'—and that's our standard. Granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, high-end cabinets, engineered flooring, ceramic tile, heavy craftsman trim—those are all standard. We have a good selection of cabinets, granite and tile, and for hardwood flooring there is a selection of three."

Of the three homes currently standing, all three floor plans are represented. "We have a model and two builder specs on the ground, so it's a really good opportunity for buyers to look at the three floor plans we do have right now. Then they have the opportunity to choose one of our lots and one of

the home plans. But, if they're interested in building a custom home and bringing in their own plans, they can do that. We just need to work within our architectural guidelines: the cottage feel of Southport, craftsman-style."

The model, featured in the photos in this article, is the Yaupon Reserve plan, offering three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a bonus room (shown here as an office), walk-in attic storage, and a two-car garage. The model was styled from the paint to the rugs by Jill Jemison.

The Yaupon Reserve is one of the more spacious floor plans available at 3,265 square feet under the roof. The Cattail Bungalow plan, built as a spec at 5991 Gray Squirrel Path and offered for $259,900, offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, flex space, and a two-car garage at 2,665 square feet under the roof. The final plan, Marshwalk Cottage, for sale

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LIVING ROOM, at 5994 Gray Squirrel Path, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a two-car garage has 2,521 square feet under the roof, listed at $249,900.

Each home offers a decorative columned porch with a stone facade along with a landscape package including irrigation. Inside folks will find thick craftsman-style trim, minimum nine-foot smooth ceilings, and vaulted ceilings. Flooring includes engineered hardwood in the hallways and living areas, ceramic tile in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry rooms, as well as high-grade stain-resistant carpet in all bedrooms and flex spaces.

The bathrooms and kitchens offer Moen Brantford fixtures in either oil-rubbed bronze or satin nickel, while the kitchen features soft-close drawers and Frigidaire Gallery Series stainless-steel appliances and a smooth-surface stove. The kitchen was professionally designed to aid in ease of

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BEDROOM use. The master bedroom has a walkAll of the aforementioned amenities in closet with wood built-ins, and are standard in Turtlewood at Souththere's storage cabinets in the laun- port. So, what makes an upgrade? Opdry rooms. tional features include a gas fireplace

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"It's just a magical place to live."

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with mantle, a true chimney-vented fireplace, wood flooring throughout, a walk-in tiled shower, heated floors in the master bathroom, and the security system that can be monitored via smart phone.

For more information on Turtlewood at Southport, visit www.Turtlewood.com or call (844) 877-8539.

Those interested also may contact Rasa Love at info@turtlewood.com or (910) 547-5068. Currently of 50 single-family homes, 18 sites are sold.

"I was out on the water this past

week," Love begins as she describes life in Southport. "I realized how relaxed and laid back Southport is, and how lucky we are to live in a place where most people pay thousands of dollars to vacation. We're lucky to be able to get out on the water within minutes on the boat—and from there, everything changes. It's just such a special and beautiful place here. I think the people here are really nice, laid back, and pleasant. I think it's just a magical place to live."

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George Brake, Kathy MacNish, Jim Goodman, Donna Atherton, Liz Reeder and Margaret Rudd Bishop presented a check for $1,010 to Kay Wolf and Bobby Mitchell of Waves 4 K.I.D.S, a Brunswick County non-profit helping local children in disruptive home situations. The all-volunteer organization raises money to provide tutoring, school supplies, music lessons and instruments, summer camp experiences and more. The funds were raised by agents and staff of Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® who sold 1,000 raffle tickets for $1 each during the N.C. 4th of July Festival. The prize, a 2014 Electra Cruiser Bicycle from Cycle Dynamics on Long Beach Rd, was presented to Jill Schweppe after the drawing on July 4th. The firm also sponsored a float in the 4th of July Parade to raise awareness of the organization and promote their mission of helping kids in Brunswick County.

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Downtown Southport Inc. (DSI) donated $500 to the 4th of July Committee to assist in the N.C. 4th of July Celebration in Southport.

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From a local school guide to Southport’s Wooden Boat Show and the Brunswick County Intercultural Festival...

Locals and visitors turn to Southport Magazine each month to find out where to shop, eat, and hang out!

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occasions "The Pirates Are Coming" Festival Fri.,August 1st through Sun.,August 3rd Bald Head Island Jhis annual fundraiser for Old Baldy takes place over a three-day period and includes a Pirate Invasion, Pirate Block Party, sword fights, gun powder, pirate encampments, pirate parade (golf carts welcome) and pirate costume contest, pirate schools, duck races and more.

A weekend of pirates, history and fun. Details can be found at www.oldbaldy.org. Contact: Old Baldy Foundation, (910) 457-7481 Brunswick Little Theatre Presents "Into the Woods" Fri.,Aug. 1st and Sat.,Aug., 2nd: 7:30 p.m.

Sun.,August 3rd: 3 p.m.

Odell Williamson Auditorium, 50 College Dr., Bolivia Brunswick Little Theatre presents "Into The Woods", a funny, twisted musical fairy tale. Directed by Jen Iapalucci. Musical Director Michael Stringer. $18 Adults; $12 students (w/ID); $6 children 12 and under.Tickets are available through the Odell Williamson ticket office either in person during business hours, by phone at (910) 755-7416 or online at www.bccowa.com. For more info, visit www.brunswicklittletheatre.com.

Featured Artists Show Reception Fri.,August 1st • 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Franklin Square Gallery, 130 E.West St., Southport Pastel artist Jan Boland and ceramic artist Dory Heming are the featured artists for the month of August at Franklin Square Gallery. Their works will be on display through the month and the public is invited to meet the artists at the reception. Joann Staat will provide musical accompaniment. Free. (910) 457-5450.

Organized by Associated Artists of Southport.

NC Maritime Museum Sunset Cruise Fri.,August 1st • 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Scuba South II Dock, 106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport Join the NC Maritime Museum aboard the 52' Scuba South II to enjoy wine, cheese, and sunset on an evening cruise along the Cape Fear River. The boat will depart at 6:30, move along the river bluff past the "sleepy little fishing village of Southport," the Quarantine Station,

Bowensville, Price's Creek Lighthouse, and Sunny Point Military Ocean Terminal. With time and tide permitting, Captain Strickland will return down river to skirt Battery Island, and enter the channel leading to the mouth of the Cape Fear River for a closer look at Smith Island and Fort Caswell. Participants will meet at the Scuba South II dock in the Old Yacht Basin, next to Fishy Fishy Cafe. $25 members/$35 non-members. Must register in advance. For further details call the museum at (910) 457-0003 or visit www.ncmaritimemuseums.com Silk Scarf Painting Workshop Fri.,Aug. 1st - Sat.,Aug. 2nd • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Franklin Square Gallery, 130 E.West St., Southport Students will learn two different types of painting silk scarves using resist and dying. Class fee is $100. September Krueger is the guest instructor from Southeastern Community College in Columbus County, NC.The class will have 10 to 15 students.To register send a check for $100 made out to AAS to the program chair Carol Kidd, 4127 South Lagoon Court, Southport, NC 28461. The instructor will provide everything needed for the process, and an additional materials fee of $35 will be paid directly to her during the workshop. If you have questions contact Carol Kidd at (240) 321-0839 or by email at carolskis@earthlink.net.Total Fee: $135. Sponsored by Associated Artists of Southport.

Meditation Monday Every Monday night, 6:30 p.m.

Oak Island Pier, 705 Ocean Dr. Join Hearts & Sol Wellness (located at 200 Country Club Dr., Suite B, Oak Island) for Meditation Monday every week. Bring your beach chair, drum, rattle, or other musical instruments for an informal gathering to celebrate each other and our amazing life at the beach. For more information, call Cathy Johnston at (910) 228-1035 or Sharon Faw, (704) 905-9535.

Watermedia Workshop Fri.,August 8th • 9 a.m.

Oak Island Parks & Rec. Center, 3003 E. Oak Island Dr. Oak Island Art Guild will host a watermedia workshop titled "Authenticity of Feelings, Ideas and Presentation" led by Eloise Randolph.The workshop will begin at

To promote your event, e-mail bethany@southportmag.com.

Listings are based on space only.

9 a.m. and last until approximately 2 p.m.The workshop is free to anyone 18 years or older and nonmembers are encouraged to attend. Space is limited and there is no preregistration. For a list of suggested supplies and any other additional information concerning this workshop, go to http://www.oakislandartguild.org/workshops.php.

Movies on the Coast: "Space Jam" Fri.,August 8th • At dusk Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E. Bay St., Southport Bring blanket or chair. Sponsored by the Southport Parks & Recreation Department & Brunswick County Parks & Recreation Department. Free. Bring your beach chairs! In case of inclement weather, movies may be cancelled.To check cancellations, visit www.brunswickcountync.gov or call (910) 253-2031.

nered with the Adventure Kayak Company to offer Historical Southport Bicycle Tours.The guided tour will wind through live oak canopied streets and along the waterfront, incorporating local history. Participants will pedal past Fort Johnston, homes of Pilots and Blockade Runners, the Brunswick Inn, and the Old Yacht Basin, where several movies have been filmed.The tour is $25 per person, which includes use of bike and helmet. Bring your own bicycle and helmet and join the fun for $20.

Space is limited. Advance registration is required.To register call The Adventure Kayak Company at 454-0607.

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Art Class - Paint Your Pet Tues.,August 19th • 5:30 p.m.

Howe Outrageous Art Gallery and Marketplace 307 N. Howe St., Southport • 363-4811 Celebrate the dog days of summer with a "Work of Arf"—paint your pet with Kimberly Bandera on the Battleship 101 19th at 5:30 p.m. Registration required one week in Sat.,August 9th • 10 am. to 3 p.m.

Battleship North Carolina advance; a portion of the $40 fee benefits a local pet 1 Battleship Rd.,Wilmington shelter. Visit www.howeoutrageous.com for full class Ship volunteers stationed throughout the ship engage schedule, including earrings and bracelets, mosaic glass, visitors in specific subjects and areas including: gunnery, and collage. Space is limited, call for reservations (910radar, sickbay, galley, engineering, and daily shipboard life. 363-4811) or visit Howe Outrageous at 307 N. Howe A unique opportunity to talk one on one of what life Street, Southport. was like aboard a WWII Battleship in the time of combat. Free with Battleship admission. A great event for all Summer Book Sale ages. Bring your questions and cameras! (910) 251-5797. Sat.,August 30th • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe St. The Friends of the Library Southport and Oak IsDrop-in Dance Class for Kids Mon.,August 11th land (FOLSOI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to Community Center, 1 Leeds Rd., Boiling Spring Lakes supporting our two local libraries, Harper in Southport Drop-in dance class for 3-4 year olds, 5:15 p.m. to and Barbee on Oak Island. FOLSOI’s major fund raiser 5:45 p.m. (ballet); 8-10 year olds, 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. (com- is our monthly book sales held at Southport Realty.We bination jazz/hip-hop). All classes will be held at the com- invite the public to browse our extensive selection of munity center.You will pay the drop in rate for each class books, most costing one dollar or less. Donations of you take. Please come a few minutes before class to fill used books are also welcome and appreciated. out the necessary paperwork! For more info, call (910) 363-0018 or e-mail adwyer@cityofbsl.org.

Historical Southport Bicycle Tour Sat.,August 16th • 8 a.m.

Adventure Kayak Company, 807 Howe St., Southport The NC Maritime Museum at Southport has part-

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