August 2019 Southport Magazine

Southport MAGAZINE

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Our Community - Our Support SOUTHPORT • OAK ISLAND • BOILING SPRING LAKES • BALD HEAD ISLAND • ST. JAMES Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner www.SouthportMag.com / AUGUST 2019 / Southport Magazine 1

ON THE COVER This month’s issue is about community and support. When I was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia last year, I quickly realized I needed all the support I could get. I found this group of ladies, all cancer survivors (because even when we’re going through treatment, we are surviving).

They have surrounded me with love and laughter, and I will be forever grateful for their friendship. If you’re going through an illness or addiction, or caring for a loved

one, there is probably a support group out there just waiting to welcome you, so don’t be shy. For this cover shot, I asked survivors to wear their cancer awareness colors.

We all joined hands or hugged, physically demonstrating the support we give.

Stay strong, support each other and keep fighting — Lisa Stites Cover Photo by Jeff Stites, Oak Island PhotoWorks

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Local Support Groups Community plays a big part in helping others heal or those in need STORY BY LISA STITES

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any people support our communities in all kinds of ways. We fill shelves at the food pantry, buy backpacks and fill them with supplies before school starts, volunteer with literacy programs or at the domestic violence shelter, mentor and tutor students, and donate money and clothes to charities doing good work.

The list of how we help each other is long. Support can come in other forms too, especially when you or someone you love is facing a health crises, is navigating the path to recovery or is otherwise going through a difficult time. The support groups many of our friends and neighbors rely on are as close as neighborhood churches, restaurants or any place where people can gather and connect with others who understand.

Oak Island resident and breast cancer survivor Sarah Whitmer started “The Girls” of Brunswick Cancer Support Group in 2014. She and a couple other Oak Island residents had been attending a group in Wilmington and Whitmer was asked to start a similar one in Brunswick County.

“The Girls” group is all about supporting each other with laughter.

“We’re celebrating the battles we’ve gone through and supporting other women who are just beginning their own journey,” Whitmer said. The group meets monthly in an area restaurant in Southport, Oak Island or Leland. There are 85 women officially included in the Facebook group, but between 20-25 usually attend a dinner.

It’s a relaxed atmosphere where women can share their stories if they want, ask questions, or just have girl talk. Whitmer said one of the members was reluctant to join, not being a group person and thinking that support groups were just a pity party, or nothing but dwelling on the negatives. Now, that member smiles and laughs with other survivors.

“It’s an outlet,” Whitmer said. “It’s like a friendship group and the thing we have in common is that we’ve all had cancer.” For more information about this group, contact Whitmer at 910-471-6335.

Another group that focuses on cancer survivors is a more recent addition to the area’s support system.

R.I.S.E. Cancer Support Group (resilient, informed, strong, extraordinary) was started by St. James resident Susan Werlinich; the group meets in her home at 4509 Fieldstone Circle and is open to anyone in any stage of cancer diagnosis or treatment. The group meets the second and fourth Wednesday from 3-4:30 p.m.

“I just feel like people who have cancer need a place where they can voice their concerns, and ask questions, sort of know

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that they are not alone.” Werlinich said.

Werlinich was an oncology nurse specialist in Ohio before retiring not quite two years ago. She said she loves working with groups, and knew she wanted to continue that work in her new hometown.

R.I.S.E. is also a no-pressure group.

Werlinich says she encourages people to attend two or three times before deciding if the group is for them. She said people don’t even need to tell her whether they are attending. She doesn’t have an agenda to follow, and the meeting is led by the members themselves as they decide what to discuss.

“Groups aren’t for everyone,” Werlinich said,”but it’s nice to have available.”

Lower Case Fear Hospice (LCFH) is known for the physical care provided to patients, but the organization also offers grief counseling and hosts support groups to those dealing with loss.

Support groups meets in New Hanover, Brunswick and Columbus Counties, but anyone may participate in any of the groups. There is no cost to join, but registration is required.

“Our mission is not just to provide the highest level of care and comfort to patients, but also to provide support and counseling to families and education to the community,” Lower Cape Fear Hospice spokesperson Amanda Hutcheson said. “We know that grief can seem overwhelming and challenging, and we know the importance of encouragement and compassion as people are grieving. These programs and workshops are available to anyone in the community who is coping with grief after the loss of an important person, regardless of whether that person

received hospice care.”

LCFH offers summer camps for children and hosts family days, where families can spend time playing together and learning how grief affects families, Hutcheson explained. The organization also offers specialized programs, such as dealing with grief at the holidays.

“If someone is struggling with grief, they can reach out to us at 910-796-7991 to learn about grief groups that might be a good fit and other services that may be of benefit to them,” Hutcheson said.

Many of our area churches host support groups, such as Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous, grief support groups, and others. There are too many groups to list, so here are just a few of the many groups meeting in our communities: Caregivers Support Group meets at the The Brunswick Center (Senior Center) at Leland, 121 Town Hall Drive, on the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. Contact Holly Pilson 910-395-4553 ext. 204 for more information.

Stroke Support Group meets at The Brunswick Center (Senior Center) at Southport, 1513 N. Howe Street on the third Monday at 1 p.m. A Caregivers Support Group also meets at the Center on the fourth Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Lower Cape Fear Hospice groups (check https://www.lcfh.org/grief-groups-workshops/ for more information): Coping with the Death of a Child – A six-week grief program for those who have lost a child, Wednesdays, Aug. 6 through Sept. 10, 1-3 p.m. at the SECU Hospice House of Brunswick.

Coping with the Death of a Spouse or Partner - A six-week grief program for those who have lost a spouse or partner, Thursdays, Aug. 8 through Sept. 12, 1-3 p.m. at the SECU Hospice House of Brunswick.

Coping with the Death of a Loved One – A six-week grief program for those who have lost a loved one, Wednesdays, Aug. 21 through Sept. 25, 2-4 p.m. at the SECU Hospice House of Brunswick.

Coping with the Death of a Spouse or Partner – a six-week grief program for those who have lost a spouse or partner, Wednesdays, Aug. 28 through Sept. 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Leland Library.

Coping with the Death of a Child – a sixweek grief program for those who have lost a child, Wednesdays, Oct. 16 through Nov. 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Leland Library.

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Little Library “Irene” Free books for local community

STORY BY AMI BROWN PHOTO BY BARBARA SAMMONS

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ome people in the community step up and do a little bit extra.

Barbara Sammons is one of those people. She and her sister created this cute little free library for anyone to enjoy. You can come and sit and read, take a book or leave a book.

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Barbara tells her story and how Irene came to be: “Several years ago I built my first Little Free Library which I named "Delilah" as that was my mom's favorite song. Over the years, the elements had taken its toll on Delilah so I put my sister, Francine, to the task to build a new library. This new library is a re-purposed sewing machine cabinet which we now call "Irene" in memory of our mom who was an expert seamstress.

My sister painted the library, inside and out, all with a coastal theme. With the help of our neighbor, this new library was constructed, painted and installed today

(July 22). "Irene" sits proudly where Delilah once sat and is now filled with books to the delight of our neighborhood.

The library sits across the street from our home which is located at 4314 Frying Pan Road SE, Southport (off of Long Beach Road behind the Beach Road Baptist Church). The books are free to anyone who wants to take one and read one. We keep it stocked with various books, both for adults and children.”

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Pink Retreat

Oak Island Hosts Little Pink Houses of Hope Retreat STORY BY BETH A. KLAHRES

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leven families impacted by breast cancer will descend on Oak Island for a week of relaxation, rejuvenation and an escape from reality in September. Little Pink Houses of Hope, a national 501(c)3 non-profit headquartered in Burlington, NC, has sponsored retreats since 2011 at various locations across the country, including Emerald Isle, NC, Key West, FL, Gulf Shores, AL and our own charming Oak Island, NC.

All housing, activities, services and meals are provided free of charge by local businesses and churches so that families can focus on spending quality time together.

Little Pink promotes breast cancer recovery through opportunities for survivors and their families to celebrate life through the belief that a cancer diagnosis affects the entire family. The organization was founded by Jeanine Patten-Coble, a tenyear breast cancer survivor who started the organization after noticing the gap in services for families of survivors. Little Pink has made an amazing impact across the United States. Patten-Coble was named a 2017 CNN Hero, honored by SELF magazine as the 2014 Women Doing Good Award Winner and by Former President George H.W. Bush as a Point of Light Award Winner.

Over the past nine years, Oak Island has welcomed more than 60 families as part of

Little Pink Houses of Hope.

Throughout the week of September 1521, families will enjoy a variety of activities including kayaking, stand-up-paddle boarding and the ferry to the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. The survivors will test their artistic side at canvas painting and be treated to an afternoon of pampering at a spa followed by “date night” with their spouse at Founders Club in St. James Plantation. The children will attend a pizza party and a beach conservation activity, Leave Only Footprints, sponsored by the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Caregivers will also enjoy a private boat cruise on the Intracoastal Waterway. For many families, the retreat is the first time seeing the ocean or experiencing the thrill of paddle boarding.

The retreat would not be possible without the incredible support of the community. A local group of volunteers called

11 families. 800 meals.

850 bottles of water. 60 beach towels. Tons of fun.

Countless smiles.

Team Pink is the feet on the ground making preparations for the families’ arrival.

Planning starts almost one year in advance.

Team Pink manages everything from fund raising and donation solicitation to daily activities and meal scheduling.

Brenda Downing, a retiree from Safelite AutoGlass, is a Team Pink volunteer who solicits lunch for each family from various Oak Island restaurants for the final day of the retreat. This year she is also proud to present a donation from her company to Little Pink. Downing says, “Seeing the smiles on the families’ faces having a great time miles away from their treatments is a rewarding experience. And encountering the generosity of local businesses, friends and now my former company, is very gratifying.”

Each family is also provided with a trained volunteer known as a VolunSTAR who caters to the family’s personal needs

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throughout the week on a one-on-one basis. VolunSTARS attend daily retreat staff meetings to ensure a memorable experience for their assigned family. While Team Pink is comprised of all local residents, VolunSTARS come from across the U.S. Oak Island Accommodations has been a supporter of Little Pink Houses of Hope for many years, coordinating housing donations and providing linens and cleaning services.

“Our entire staff is completely on board with the mission of Little Pink Houses of Hope and we have Oak Island property owners with really big hearts,” says Joel DeMonbreun, General Manager at Oak Island Accommodations.

Kristin Goode, Chief Content Marketer at Oak Island Accommodations adds, “It is truly a privilege for us to support Little Pink year after year.”

Rebecca Squires, Director of Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department comments, “Inspiring and engaging the Little Pink Houses of Hope families allows Oak Island Parks and Recreation to assist in the empowerment of women who have previously encountered limitations due to extenuating circumstances. Offering services to Little Pink is a true joy for us and it is an opportunity to create a steadfast foundation towards a caring and uplifting Oak Island community.”

Little Pink is honored to return to Oak Island this year. And the families are grateful for the opportunity. For an entire week, there are no thoughts of doctor appointments, surgeries or treatments. As one past attendee said, “The retreat was just what I needed to help me regroup and destress. Most of all, the wonderful families I connected with helped me understand I was not alone.”

In 2017 when the Medlin family was

asked when they were heading home, 10 year-old Spenser shouted, “Never!” The families return home with many memories as well as mementos from their week including family portraits on the beach taken by a professional photographer.

Jeff and DeDra Robb from Nebraska summed up their week saying, “The retreat gave us the chance to relax, sit on the porch and look at the ocean in one of the most beautiful and generous communities we have ever visited. It was great to see our kids experience things they would never had the opportunity to try in Nebraska.

Because of Little Pink, we have other metastatic breast cancer survivors to connect with in the future. It was a privilege to be here.”

Starting September 15, the Little Pink Houses of Hope flag will be flying high at First Baptist Church, Oak Island Community Center and many other local venues.

The flag will be relocated on a daily basis to help families locate activities as well as to recognize local supporters.

There are many ways to get involved with Little Pink Houses of Hope including monetary and gift card donations, donation of a property or volunteering. To learn more about Little Pink Houses of Hope and how to get involved visit littlepink.org.

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Games Prizes Face Painting Coloring Contest

Live Music Vendors Raffle Food Sponsored by the Friends of Southport Ferals

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Dennis Walton Band (Blues Rock)

Sponsored by: Hamilton Realty Group

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Back Porch Rockers

Every Thursday 6-8 p.m.

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RAIN LOCATION: MURROW HALL, TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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Peggy Waterman & The Travelers (Blues/Variety)

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Fishing (Friday only): Families need to arrive a attending this event, or you’re FREE Sea fishing event for a Captain and would a.m.and The fishing will begin 9:00 like am to until 1:00 p ur family is interested fifty in kids with CURRENTS disabilities takewill a family fishing, please low.and The event end following group picture life-threatening illnesses nding this event, or you’re contact Brigid O’Donoghue their families on August 8-9, (715) 884-2256 aptain and would like to 2019. The event held at childswish@gmail.com

Child’s Wish & Fish

Special day fishing, for specialplease kids a family Schedule of Events:

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Some of the kids have never seen the ocean, so it’s truly a special day for all.

The weekend starts with a meet and greet, then a pizza party and then the

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hotdog cook out. Activities on the day also include face-painting and group photos.

If you would like to know more about this yearly event or how to get involved, please contact Brigid O’Donoghue at (715)884-2256 or email: childswish@gmail. com

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Community fundraiser to bring documents to Brunswick County STORY BY AMI BROWN

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oundation Forward, Inc. is an educational non-profit educational project, 501(c)(3) organization that builds “Your Charters of Freedom Settings” in local communities across the country.

Brunswick County Commissioner Patricia Sykes is championing this huge project and hopes to raise the money through selling customized bricks.

The Charters of Freedom are our nation’s founding documents: The Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

You can join the Brunswick County Commissioners and the citizens of Brunswick County, with the support of Founding Forward, in the installation of these extraordinary documents at the front of the Brunswick County Courthouse. This will help bring history alive for thousands of school children who may not be able to visit Washington, DC, allowing them to learn about and experience our nation’s history.

Brunswick County Charters of Freedom has raised $36,000, but needs to raise $60,000 to complete the Charters of Freedom Settings.

All community funding will be from private donors like you, along with civic, historic, and veteran’s organizations. No tax dollars will be used. To help raise the funds donors can purchase a brick/paver in their name or as memorial. Brick/paver’s can have a military or first responder logo.

Bricks are $100 each.

You can find more information at our website at http://www.brunswickchartersoffreedom.com or simply send your donation to Brunswick Charters of Freedom at 1002 Fairley Street, Southport, NC 28461.

A bank account has been established for this project. Make checks payable to BC Charters of Freedom. All donations are 100% tax deductible.

Visit Foundation Forward’s at http:// www.chartersoffreedom.com.

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School Supply Drive Community in Schools needs donations STORY BY TODD BEANE

Communities In Schools of Brunswick County and CIS Thrift Shops are hosting the annual “CIS Back to School Supply Drive” during August. Supplies will be collected at all CIS Thrift Shop locations in Brunswick County and the CIS main office in Boiling Spring Lakes beginning August 1.

Four CIS Thrift Shops are located in Boiling Spring Lakes, Leland, Southport, and Sunset Beach. The thrift shops sell new and used donated items to raise money for CIS programs which help students succeed in school and life. The CIS mission of surrounding students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life, ties in perfectly with our school supply drive for students. A 1-800-Packrat trailer will be located at the CIS Administrative office in BSL to collect

and store donated items throughout the drive.

The “Back to School Supply Drive” is a joint effort between Communities In Schools and Brunswick County Schools including partner organizations 1-800-Packrat and the St. James Service Club. The goal is a comprehensive approach to collecting and donating school supplies for distribution to Brunswick County students, giving local businesses, churches, and community members a chance to give back.

How to donate The supply list items that are needed include: back packs, composition notebooks (wide ruled), spiral notebooks (college ruled), loose leaf paper (college ruled), #2 pencils and erasers, colored pencils, dry erase markers, glue sticks, blue or black ink pens, 2 inch and 3 inch – 3 ring binders, dividers for 2 and 3 inch binders, headphones or earbuds, and pencil pouches for binders.

Any item from the supply list can be donated. Businesses and individuals can also donate money that will be used specifically to purchase needed school supplies. “CIS Back to School Supply Drive” donations can be dropped off at any CIS Thrift Shop location or the CIS main office located at 3148 George II Highway, Unit 2 in Boiling Spring

Lakes (beside of Joe Loves Lobster Rolls).

CIS will have school supply donation boxes located at thrift shop collection points and a 1-800-Packrat storage trailer located at the CIS Administration office for storing donated items until school starts. We want to get supplies to students as quickly as possible after school starts, so donations are needed as soon as possible.

Financial gifts may also be made during the school supply drive and should be mailed to CIS of Brunswick County, P.O. Box 10087, Southport, NC 28461, or dropped off at the CIS office in Boiling Spring Lakes.

We will deliver the donated supplies to schools in late August to help students start the school year off right. CIS of Brunswick County is helping local students stay in school and succeed!

CIS Thrift Shop locations: Boiling Spring Lakes, 3000 George II Highway, 910-8453555; Leland, 117-I Village Road, 910-7696956; Southport, 1635 N. Howe Street, 910457-7008; Sunset Beach, 1780-8 Chandlers Lane, 910-579-2300. CIS Administrative office location: 3148 George II Highway, Unit 2, Boiling Spring Lakes, 910-351-8007.

For more information, call 910-351-8007 or email tbeane@cisbrunswick.org.

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COMMUNITY August on Oak Island Parks and Recreation offers something for everyone this August STORY CONTRIBUTED BY OKI PARKS AND REC

The Town of Oak Island turned 20 this year and we all know this island town is flourishing. Real estate, businesses, tourists and locals all embrace this tight community with plenty of activities for families, kids and seniors. Here are just a few community highlights coming up in August and September.

2020 OAK ISLAND COASTAL CALENDARS

Available for purchase at Oak Island Recreation Center (3003 E. Oak Island Dr.) $15 Each The Town of Oak Island turns 20 years old this year! To celebrate, the island community was invited to share their very favorite photos of our island paradise over the last twenty years for a chance to be featured in the 2020 OKI Coastal Calendar! Calendars include Oak Island images, where you can find these hidden gems on the island, and indicates Oak Island Parks & Recreation’s largest events for 2020!

FISH TALKS

Fort Fisher Aquarium Visits Oak Island: Living Shells. Location: Oak Island Recreation Center (3003 E. Oak Island Dr.) On Thursday, August 8: Sea stars, sea urchins, hermit crabs, welk snails, and more! What do all these coastal creatures have in com-

mon? Discover how these lesser known species are finding their homes in sea shells! Oak Island Beach Preservation Society has partnered with Fort Fisher Aquarium to bring fantastic nature to our community residents and guests. All programs will be held at the Oak Island Recreation Center (3003 E. Oak Island Dr.) at 2pm.

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Thursday, September 5, 8am-3pm. Fees: $10 Town of Oak Island Residents/ $15 Island Visitors & Non Residents Join Becky Skiba with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission to discuss shorebird habitats and Emily Abernethy, Park Ranger, Fort Fisher State Recreation Area to view the Maritime Basin Trail.

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COMMUNITY This new addition was built, in part, thank to the NC Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Grant. The Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department is thrilled to see this project reach fruition and cannot wait to see the opportunities it will bring to our town. The Oak Island Splash pad is a water activity that features spraying water and water features. Rentals are available for the Oak Island Splash Pad from 6pm-8pm, and are broken into two 1-hour sessions. Participants can elect to reserve the Oak Island Splash Pad for both sessions. For details, or to book your rental, stop by Oak Island Town Hall, or call Rose at (910) 201-8015.

fun as we send off the summer season with a day of sun, surf, and competition. Categories are available for: guppy, youth girls and boys, teens, as well as adult men and women. Beginners and more seasoned surfers are encouraged to participate.

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FITNESS Sticking to Your Weight Loss Plan

Are you one of the many pursuing the elusive goal of permanent weight loss?

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countless number of individuals are currently on the quest to lose weight; some need or desire to lose more than others, either for aesthetic reasons or health reasons, or both. You may be one of them. Most will fall off the path and struggle to stick to it. One of my favorite tips is to focus on the process not the outcome. Below are 7 tried and true techniques to help you stick with the process and help you achieve success.

KEEP A FOOD JOURNAL Before you start down your path to lose weight, it is a good idea to understand where you are starting from with your current eating habits. To accomplish this, track 3-4 typical days of eating. Try to include 2 weekdays and 1-2 weekend days. You will then want to use a reliable online source to determine what your typical calorie and macronutrient intake looks like. This will be a helpful starting point if you are going to be working with a coach.

You can also use your journal (or app)

to review your daily eating habits and start cleaning things up. Numerous studies have shown that the simple act of writing down everything you eat forces individuals to make better choices.

BE REALISTIC Set a weight loss goal that seems realistically attainable. For instance, a goal of 20 lbs lost in a month is drastic and extreme for most. But 20 lbs in 6 months, works out to a little more than 3 lbs per month and less than 1 lb per week. Which do you think you will be more likely to achieve and sustain?

HELPFUL HOME ENVIRONMENT Allow your home environment to help as much as possible. Create a path of least resistance. Set out your workout clothes and sneakers the night before. Clear out the junk foods and any other foods that are not part of your plan. Place the healthy foods in plain sight. Make it as inconvenient as possible to cheat.

FEASIBLE EXERCISE PROGRAM While exercise is an important component of any weight loss program, don’t set your self up to fail. If you currently don’t do any physical exercise, you should not decide to kick off

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your weight loss program with a plan to work out for an hour every day.

Start slow with the approach of taking on what you absolutely know you can do. Then build from there. Even if it is only a 10 minute walk every other day to start. You should have the focus of building toward the minimum recommendation given by the American College of Sports Medicine, which is 150-250 minutes per week of moderate-intensity activity. This breaks down to about three 10-minute bouts of activity per day. One other tip, try to pick activities you actually enjoy.

GET SUPPORT Seek out others on the same journey. Surrounding yourself with friends, family, and co-workers on a similar mission will help keep you in check and on track. Your social circle is a strong predictor of your success.

TRACK YOUR WEIGHT This one can be a double edged sword. Weighing yourself is obviously the best way to ensure you are actually making progress, but your weigh-in needs to be taken as part of the big picture. If you choose to weigh yourself daily, don’t look at that individual weigh-in as your weight. I recommend taking an average of all 7 weight mea-

sures for the week to give you your current progress marker. Then use this progress marker to determine what kind of adjustments, if any, need to be made to your plan.

GET A COACH Having a coach can help you stay on the right track. Not only will they provide accountability, but they can help create a plan that is right for you; from both an exercise and nutrition perspective. They can then continue to work with you to make modifications as needed. And of course, celebrate all your successes along the way!

Remember to focus on your adherence to the process and the outcome will take care of itself. And be patient, you are building a lifestyle that works specifically for you; one that allows you to achieve your weight loss goal and actually keep it off.

As always, if you have additional questions regarding this month’s article or have a topic you would like to see covered in future articles; please don’t hesitate to reach out to me via email.

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CHEERS Unearthing an Ancient Tavern

Brunswick Town dig discovers long lost treasure STORY BY JEFFREY STITES

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met an old friend at a local tavern after work on a recent Friday afternoon.

That wouldn’t normally be worthy of even this column, but this tavern was special, despite -no because- it was lacking the basics.

No one knows its name, it doesn’t have any drinks or food…….or walls or a roof for that matter. In fact it’s just a spot in the grass marked by four PVC pipes sticking out of the ground and a square of string.

My friend is local historian Jim McKee, Site Director of the Brunswick Town-Fort Anderson State Historic Site off Rt 133 and the tavern was just unearthed there this summer by the students of East Carolina University’s Archaeology Field School.

Standing in what was once, more than 250 years ago, the tavern’s doorway, McKee showed me what the building would have looked like. It was a 15 foot by 25 foot rectangle with a brick foundation. The door would

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have been in the center of a short side facing the street and opposite the doorway would have been a fireplace.

It’s not difficult to imagine the scene, really. The river is easily visible just a couple hundred yards away and at the time would have featured docks

and wharves, as Brunswick Town was a major port. Walking up the street from the wharf, a sailor would have found this tavern waiting.

“They certainly would have had a bar,” Mckee said. “There would have been tables and chairs. It would’ve been full of people.” If the tavern offered sleeping space to travelers, it would have been upstairs, probably in an open room. “You wouldn’t have rented a bed, you’d have rented sleeping space, maybe sharing with two or three strangers. It would have been cozy in the winter.”

This site was first thought to be a house, but the artifacts told a different story. “We found a lot of tankards and pipe stems,” said McKee. They did not find other household goods, so it wasn’t like any of the dwellings in town. McKee said if the tavern served food, it would have been served on pewter plates that would not have survived the fire that destroyed it, so the lack of plates isn’t telling.

The dig site has been re-buried to protect the bricks, but the excavation will resume next summer. They hope to uncover all the walls and see if there may have been a second doorway, which would suggest an outside kitchen. “I would have had an outside

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CHEERS kitchen,” McKee said. He showed me where he believes the tavern’s well was located and said that ground-penetrating radar has suggested a lot of activity behind the tavern, perhaps including a detached kitchen.

Besides the tavern-related artifacts, other evidence both supports the tavern identification and helps place the building in time, also revealing why it doesn’t appear on any maps of Brunswick Town.

The land the tavern sits on was part of a parcel including the home closer to the river. McKee said deeds show the parcel being purchased and resold a few years later for almost twice the price. “Something added value to the land,” he said. “This tavern would have done that.” Also, the deed for the Lord-Wright House on the other side of the tavern lists the occupation of the owner, Mr. Wright, as “tavern keeper”.

“People have this misconception about archaeology,” said McKee. “They think that the digging reveals everything. But for every hour spent digging on a site, days are spent in archives or a lab.”

The fire that destroyed the tavern is easier to date thanks to an Irish half-penny minted in 1766 found in the rubble. McKee said it likely took

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a year or so for the coin to circulate across the Atlantic, so the tavern was almost certainly still standing as late as 1767. It doesn’t appear on a 1769 map of Brunswick Town, so the fire can be fairly reliably placed between 1767 and 1769.

But let’s get back to what this place was like before the fire. What did one drink in a late 18th century tavern?

Rum. Mostly, one drank rum. There was probably hard cider, maybe wine and beer, but according to surviving records of taverns in the late 1700s, almost 80 percent of drink sales were rum, and most of that straight up rather than mixed with anything. According to Wayne Curtis’ excellent book “And a Bottle of Rum: A History of the New World in Ten Cocktails” the average American over the age of 15 in the 1760s was consuming the equivalent of 5 shots of rum per day.

That kind of makes it easier to understand why the colonists thought facing down the biggest superpower in the world with a volunteer army of farmers with hunting muskets was a fine idea. In fact, Brunswick Town itself was a hotbed of anti-government activity.

The Stamp Act, passed by the British Parliament in 1765, set off protests all over the colonies including in Bruns-

wick Town, where the customs house was seized by angry colonials in 1766.

We know the tavern existed then and it would have been a common meeting place for the people of Brunswick Town, perhaps even being used as a courthouse, according to McKee. A small jewel found at the site positively places revolutionary activity in this very tavern. It is etched with the words “Wilkes and Liberty 45,” a sort of secret code rallying cry among anti-crown colonists. Displaying these jewels would have allowed revolutionary-minded colonists to identify each other without advertising their leanings to everyone.

People who brought these little jewels with them into Brunswick Town’s tavern were looking for like-minded folks, and judging from the armed take-over of the customs house, it’s not unreasonable to guess that this is where they found them.

So right there, where Jim and I were standing happily chatting away on a sunny, quiet summer afternoon, the seeds of freedom were being sown two and a half centuries ago.

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ART BEAT Community & Art

Artist, Barbara McFall is driving force behind successful Southport Art Hub STORY AND PHOTOS BY CARLA EDSTROM

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e are creative beings. Everything we use in daily life was once a mere thought and created tangible by someone.

Art is a demonstration of our lives and goes beyond social, economic and cultural barriers. Barbara McFall, the Director of the Brunswick Community College Southport Center on Lord Street, understands not only an artist’s drive but how important the arts are. Being a pottery instructor at the center, I have talked with Barbara many times about her future goals and dreams for the center that she helped build from the ground up. The spark in her eyes and love in her words are evidence that she is right where she belongs. Being a lifelong artist herself, Barbara’s creativity, passion, and support for the arts is the driving force that is behind the BCC Southport campus. They have taken a ram shackled old building and created a haven for artists, craftspeople and musicians where they can enjoy the freedom to create.

Being an NC native, Barbara has a unique perspective on our little town, spending a lot of time as a child around the area. “I grew up in Charlotte, but in many ways, you could say that the Carolina Coast and I grew up together,” said Barbara. “My earliest memories of the Coast are of the Summer of 1954. My sister Peggy and I are playing with our cousins in the great room of the Swinson’s cottage in Myrtle Beach. I can still feel the polished pine floors underfoot as we skipped together from one end of the room to the other under the watchful eye of a giant marlin. We colored beach scenes before bed and posted them on the refrigerator for viewing,” she said.

Her fond memories of the area as a child were hampered by the hurricane that changed everything about the area. “We returned to the Swinson property in October that year. This time however it was to inspect the damage done by Hurricane Hazel. It

was total destruction,” explained Barbara. “There was nothing left standing for miles. The summer home that had shaped my mother’s teenage memories would not be rebuilt. Hazel had cleared the way for Myrtle Beach to become the high-rise tourist destination that it is today,” she said. “In 1954, this County was an agricultural community. Southport, the County Seat, was a small fishing village with oyster shell roads. The Brunswick County beaches were just beginning to consider development. All were in for a major setback. At high tide, Hazel put the beaches on the bottom of the ocean obliterating 352 of the 357 buildings on Oak Island. The waterfront fishing industry in Southport was destroyed, never to return. Having lost its primary livelihood, the local economy languished for nearly twenty years,” she said. “My family returned to the beach year after year during that time, mostly camping at the old Lake Arrowhead Campground.”

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ART BEAT As a young woman, Barbara cut her teeth working as an artist. “The year I graduated high school, I spent the summer in Ocean Drive (now North Myrtle) drawing tourist portraits at the Pavilion to earn money for college,” she said. “It was a happy interlude of Beach Music and shag dancing before beginning freshman year as an art major at East Carolina in the Fall of 1966.

Over the next twenty years, I married twice, raised two children (a girl and a boy), and made homes in Fort Bragg, Charlotte, Houston, and Phoenix. I worked as a portrait artist and interior decorator as well as in small business financing and the building industry,” said Barbara. “As I moved around, Mom, Dad, and my two sisters remained anchored in Charlotte.

We all gathered at my younger sister Carol’s beach house on Oak Island for most family holidays,” she said. “In the early ’70s, left with rows of emp-

ty storefronts downtown, Southport merchants decided to gather whatever merchandise they could make or find locally and stock the shelves with antiques, collectibles, art, and crafts. Twelve local artists formed a collaborative, The Associated Artists of Southport, and opened the Franklin Square Gallery in the old school building. Going forward, Southport would develop as a beloved destination for those prizing local galleries, antique shops, and specialty boutiques, fine food, and music.”

Growing with the coast and seeing the changes first hand, Barbara has a unique perspective on its history, what is happening now and what our future holds. “The ’80s and ’90s saw another major shift in the life and work of Brunswick County,” said Barbara. “With the development of several major retirement communities, the County became one of the fastest-growing areas

in the State and the Nation. And the demographics changed significantly.

What had been a close-knit community of working families with roots in the sea and soil here for many generations was becoming older (50+), wealthier, more highly educated and no longer employed. In many cases, the newcomers were couples from the urban northeast with no family or friends in this area.”

In 1984, Barbara and her family took off to tour Europe for a year, living in Germany and Greece, and then settled in Roanoke, Virginia. “There we bought an arts/crafts gallery, surrounded ourselves with very talented artists, learned professional picture framing, and hand-built a rustic cabin by a waterfall nestled in a bend of the Blue Ridge Parkway,” she said. “As the children went off to college, I returned also, completing a Masters at Virginia Tech and a Ph.D. at Saybrook,” Said

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Barbara. “I joined the tenure track at West Virginia University and soon became Director of the Division of Design and Merchandising with programs in Interior Design, Fashion Design, Product Design, and Design Studies. These were accredited majors serving undergraduate (BS) and graduate students (MS, Ph.D.). We also led annual study abroad programs in Milan (Fashion and Product) and Prague (Interiors and Design Studies). The Division grew into a School by 2013. It merged with Landscape Architecture and Resource Management under a new name the WVU School of Design and Community Development,” she said.

In true serendipity, Barbara moved back to Southport at the perfect time.

“With my husband’s health declining, I retired to return home to North Carolina,” she said. “At this point, these B divergent histories come together as p p m b h e b i I t p j F t c

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BCC Southport Center,” Barbara explained. “Because the city of Southport was developing as an arts hub, my daughter, her husband and I had bought a summer/retirement home here in 2012. It was the ultimate fixer-upper. It was, however, only two blocks behind the BCC Lord St. facility which was also under construction.

I found employment as Director of the coming Center and moved here permanently Spring 2014. I was also juried in as an exhibiting member of Franklin Square Gallery and elected to the Board of the Brunswick Arts Council.”

Barbara’s dream of Southport Center being a local art center is close to reality with more art and music classes in the works, and many more students.

“BCC had a firm commitment to a pottery studio and a painting studio at the new Southport Center. All other classrooms were general purpose. So, with a burgeoning retirement popula-

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f you live in the south, the summertime means not only warm weather but plenty of fresh garden veggies to last all summer.

Garden-savvy friends treat me to their overstck crops, and I end up with home-grown tomatos, squash, cucumbers, peppers, okra and lots of other yummy produce. Finding the right recipes will make all these extra veggies even better. This simple tomato recipe can be eaten on a plate like a salad, or served on toasted bread.

INGREDIENTS and dried Balsalmic Vinegar 4 large multi-colored heirloom toExtra-virgin olive oil, for garnish matoes, washed and dried Freshly ground black pepper Coarse sea salt 1 large ball Burrata or Mozzerala DIRECTIONS cheese Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, washed thick slices. Generously season the to-

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mato slices with salt. Arrange the tomato slices on a platter, overlapping slightly. Add the cheese on top and

garnish with torn basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil, vinegar and season with salt and pepper.

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SUMMER MUSIC Ports of Call

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Featuring some of the finest musical entertainment. This summer look for Jake Beamer on the keyboards and and Jay Skillman, improvisational guitarist.

Check the Ports of Call Facebook page for scheduled performances.

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Franklin Square Park

August 23- The Fustics 7pm - 10pm

Concerts will be held at the Franklin Square Park located at 130 East West Street, Southport, NC. All concerts are free! 6 pm to 8 pm. Rained out concerts will be held the following Sunday in Keziah Park from 3 – 5 pm, rain or shine.

August 24- Zion Rootz 7pm - 10pm August 25- Gene Gregory 4 - 7pm August 29- Open Mic Night 7 - 10pm August 30- Rag Doll 7pm - 10pm August 31 - The Feebs 7pm - 10pm

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HISTORY American Samplers Finding the lost art of needlework STORY BY KASS FINCHER

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or young schoolgirls in the 18th and 19th centuries, a genteel education included the artistry of needlework. American “samplers,” as they were called, were educational tools to develop the young girls’ stitchery skills, for both practical and decorative purposes in running the household. The students’ first efforts were usually just to learn to sew letters, numbers and simple designs. As they progressed, they learned to sew verses, flowers, poems and tracts concerning life and death. Their teachers conflated these more elaborate design skills with the hope that those verses would “foster virtue” in the young girls’ lives.

Though it was acknowledged that what the girl learned was directly related to the skills of her teacher, it was also clear that no matter the girl’s socioeconomic status, the sampler was a common tool for education. In their exhibit called “The ABCs of Schoolgirl Samplers,” the Milwaukee Public Museum describes this environment. “Whether made in elite academies, boarding schools, formal or informal day schools, orphanages, charity schools, or in an apprenticed or indentured work situation, the overwhelming majority of learning situations for girls, up until the mid-nineteenth century, utilized the sampler as a teaching tool. While some sampler’s style can be traced to a specific school, teacher, region, country, or particular learning environment, many samplers are anonymous.

What we can know of each one that has

survived is that these beloved textiles today were valued when they were made and were often framed and displayed on walls, many kept within families as cherished heirlooms.

“For well-educated girls of high social class, samplers confirmed their genteel standing; for the middling sort, samplers established their family’s place in an emerging American middle class. Samplers also benefited the poor or orphaned girl by teaching her a trade in practical, marketable sewing skills for future self-employment. Sampler making was also seen as laying the groundwork for religious piety, family responsibility, and civic virtue.

Through its completion the young girl established, in a most public way, her educational accomplishments and the importance her family and community placed on that education.”

By the middle of the 19th century, however, the rise of public education among all classes of people saw the art of sampler-making move from the classroom to a pastime at home. Better inks to mark textiles became available. In addition, the use of papers, pencils, slates and blackboards to practice lettering grew, and so the necessity for stitchery education declined.

But the insights these samplers continue to give us into the education of young girls in early America is valuable. With 137 samplers in its collection, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History describes it this way: “In recent years, samplers have become important in museum collections as representations of early American female education. Many are signed, and some are inscribed with

locations and the names of teachers and schools. The emergence of large numbers of these samplers has resulted in much research in diaries, account books, letters, newspaper ads, local histories, and published commentary that is helping to illuminate the lives of women in early America.”

Though not required of young girls today, the sewing arts still remain a popular pastime for many. Donna Bennett, the owner of Angelwing Needle Arts here in Southport, says cross stitch, knitting and quilting are the most popular sewing arts at her shop. Opening in 1999, Angelwing has lovely yarns for knitting and crochet, a unique selection of quilting fabrics, and a large selection of threads, charts and fabrics for cross stitch. The shop also offers

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a free knit and crochet help group and a stitching help group. Having sewn since she was young, Bennett enjoys knitting, weaving and sewing clothes and items for her home.

When asked if the sewing arts still benefit young people's development, Bennett readily agreed. “I think it is beneficial for all children to learn crafts of any kind,” she says. “The process of making things can be very calming and educational. Children get a real sense of pride and accomplishment when they have made something themselves. Plus, it's fun, relaxing and studies show it is really good for your brain!”

That makes sense. The American sampler-making tradition was educational as well as creative; it's an art that still can be enjoyed by the young or old.

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Bambini’s Makes Memories

Local Italian fare hits the spot in Southport STORY BY KASS FINCHER

Ohas quite the following. Serving pizza, subs and Italian en-

pen just under a year, Bambini’s Italian Restaurant already

trees, the restaurant is definitely a family affair. Owners Kenny and Fonda Williams, along with son Garren, daughter Brayln and son Ansen, literally pour their hearts into the business, with their oft-stated goal of “making memories around the table.”

Kenny learned the business from the ground up, starting at Mario’s Pizza in Charlotte when he was a teenager. Owners John and Martha Fisichello taught him everything he needed to know to run a restaurant. Their Sicilian chef taught him how to make authentic Sicilian recipes.

Though his mentor John wanted him to partner in his restaurants, Kenny chose a different path. He and Fonda moved to Raleigh, where Kenny enrolled in the Wake Forest Baptist Seminary. After graduating, he worked as a youth pastor and associate pastor at various churches in the region.

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While working as a minister, Kenny also found himself back in the restaurant business part-time, acting as the maintenance supervisor for a McDonalds franchisee. It was when he broke his back and had three surgeries, that he had to retire at an early age.

Fonda’s parents had a vacation home at Oak Island, so the couple moved here three years ago for Kenny to recuperate.

Always finding their way back to ministry and food, they began cooking at churches in the area. They decided to open Bambini’s and put their experience to work.

They viewed the business as a ministry in itself. Not only would they serve great and unique food, they would also approach their employees and customers with the

faith they shared. “Our purpose wasn’t to open a restaurant to make a lot of money; our purpose was to minister to our employees and customers,” says Kenny. “As long as the bills get paid, we’re happy.”

With a dozen employees, the Williamses take the time to get to know what their needs are, and work hard to help them make their lives better. “We try to serve the way we want to be served; we try to love the way we want to be loved,” says Fonda. “We don’t always get it right, but we try.”

The Italian word “bambinis” means children, and naming the restaurant this was intentional. Kenny explains. “Our kids are a vital part of the business,” he relates.

“It was a retirement project for us but a heritage for them. All the recipes are mine but I’m teaching my son Garren, who is our sous chef. Our daughter Brayln always had a passion for baking; she makes the pastries. It’s hard work, but they grew up listening to us about the restaurant business.

They helped with cooking for church – it’s just our life.”

Kenny describes what distinguishes Bambini’s from other restaurants. “Because we’re authentic New York style pizza, I actually import most of my ingredients, even water, from New York,” he says.

“We make homemade dough and sauces fresh every day. That’s another thing that sets us apart – the freshest, top quality ingredients. Our cheese is the most expensive, highest grade you can buy. Our goal is to give you the best quality at the most economical price.”

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SAVOR Having gone through some tough times themselves, Kenny and Fonda place much emphasis on value. “We know how expensive it can be for a family of five to eat out,” says Fonda. “We want to be the place where a family like ours can go to eat when the budget is tight.”

Though they say all of their pizzas are popular, they point to the Margherita and the Ellis Island/The Everything pizzas as favorites. People rave about the eggplant parmesan – it’s fresh eggplant, hand-breaded and a homemade marinara sauce that Kenny says is a secret recipe.

The baked ziti ragu di’carne is a specialty. Kenny takes a fresh chuck roast and slow roasts it in “secret ingredients,” then hand pulls it. The meat is then simmered in the marinara sauce on the stove top, cooked to order.

One favorite recipe they brought from their mentors in Charlotte is the broccoli ornamenti – linguini pan-fried with broccoli, garlic and olive oil. They also offer seafood specials “with a nice chef’s touch” on the weekends.

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Daughter Brayln makes all the desserts.

Fonda describes their popularity. “I’ve had people call and make sure we have the Brooklyn Blackout Cake on hand,” she says. “I’ve even had people order their dessert before their meal to make sure they get a slice.” Kenny describes the cake’s history. “During World War II, there were forced blackouts in Brooklyn so the U-boats off the coast couldn’t attack the Navy yard,” he says. “A smart baker there developed this cake; it’s a very rich dark chocolate that has a chocolate pudding in the middle. It became an overnight sensation; people would go there during the blackout and eat the cake by candlelight.

So we brought that here to Southport.”

The couple still cooks for a local church and the restaurant also does benefits to support charities, notably ALS research and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Giving back is part of their mission. But the community has given as well, in support of the family. When they lost their home on Oak Island due to the hurricane and had to live in hotels, many friends and restaurant pa-

trons came forward to help them out.

“We had only been open a month when that happened,” says Fonda. “People came out and embraced us and we really appreciate it. I just want to say thank you!”

Visit Bambini’s and support this unique family business while you enjoy a wonderful Italian meal.

Bambini’s Italian Restaurant

1513 N. Howe Street #9 Southport, NC 910.477.9352 Open Tues – Thur 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Fri – Sat 11 a.m. – midnight Free delivery, $15 minimum order

Summer Clearance Sale! 50% off on select items! Better hurry before it’s all gone!

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We Are Blooming & Moving. We’re at 724 N Howe til the end of 2019. Our new location on the corner of Howe St & Stuart Ave & will open in Spring 2020!

Mon.-Fri. 9am - 5pm • Sat. 9am - 4pm Sunday 11am - 4pm

Flower Baskets • Bird Baths • Fountains • Flags • Pottery • Annuals • Perennials • Bird Houses • Garden Decor • We offer Landscape, Hardscape and Water Feature Design!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Wo m e n ’s F i n e C l o t h i n g Thank You for voting us Best Place For Ladies Fine Clothing

We ❤ our customers!

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The Pumpkin Patch is opening Sept 12th!

Bigger and Better than ever!

Huge selection of pumpkins and gourds, Fall Wreathes, Corn Stalks, Indian Corn, Candles and Lanterns Customer Appreciation Day Saturday, September 28th

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Get ‘em while they last!

Only a few G-3 Boats left!

G-3 Summer Clearance Sale!

Come See why we’re the Locals Choice!

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Caprese Salad

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Great craft beer selection Come have a seat on our front porch underneath Southport’s watertower and enjoy a cold one!

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DESIGN - CONSTRUCTION REMODEL - CABINETS & COUNTERTOPS Pick out colors, touch counter tops, admire cabinets and talk to our team of kitchen and bath designers today at our fabulous new Winnabow showroom.

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Take a look at this custom built low-country home by premiere builder George Crane in St James Plantation. Open floor plan with gorgeous tigerwood floors, custom built ins surround the fireplace, coffered ceilings. First floor also offers private office. Gourmet kitchen with Custom cherry cabinets, Butler/coffee bar, rainforest granite counters with center island and stainless appliances. Open to breakfast area and formal dining room. First floor Master, walk in tiled shower, Japanese soaking tub and double vanities. Two additional light and breezy guest rooms share a jack and Jill bath with quartz counters. The bonus guest area includes an en-suite bath, sitting room and bedroom over garage.

First floor laundry room.

This beautiful custom-built Marina front home is located in the desired community of St.James Plantation. The home has 4 floors of living space with an ELEVATOR. The home has over 4500 square ft of heated living space with main floor consists of a large Living Room, kitchen, dining area, guest bedroom with bath. The 3rd floor has the Master bedroom, Master bath and a dressing room. There are also 2 additional bedrooms and bathroom. The fourth floor has a large bonus room with bath. The home has panoramic views of the marina and is built entertaining both inside and out. The home is within steps to Tommy Thompsons and Tiki Bar, . The owners of this lovely home also have a 40-foot boat slip available for purchase separately.

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SHOWCASE

Kindergarten Taught Us Everything Brunswick Little Theatre schools us all STORY BY AMI BROWN

B

runswick Little Theatre Presents “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.” The show runs August 8-11 and 1518. Tickets will sell out quickly, so make sure to get yours today.

Enjoy a special themed art exhibition at the theatre as well, courtesy of local Southport artists.

“It doesn’t matter what you say you believe - it only matters what you do.” - Robert Fulghum

Robert Fulghrum’s “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,” engages with musings on life, death, love, pain, joy, sorrow, and all the simple things that make life worth living. Based on Fulghum’s best-selling books, “Kindergarten” takes a funny, insightful, heartwarming look at what is profound in everyday life. It’s an evening of theatrical storytelling in revue format, with monologues, dialogues, and multiple voice narration, enhanced through music, which provides fluidity, charm, and emotional texture. These stories celebrate our very existence, from the whimsy of childhood to the wisdom of old age. “Kindergarten” is a sure hit for almost any performing group. Ernest Zulia adapted the book for the stage version. David Caldwell is the composer and lyricist.

During the run of the show, paintings, prints and art will be on display in the lobby and the theatre. In conjunction with the Associated Artists of Southport, a selected number of artworks will be exhibited and for sale with a portion of the proceeds going to support the theatre. Some of the artwork will portray the theme of the show, whimsical, cheery and bright.

“I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge. That myth is more potent than history. That dreams are more powerful than facts. That hope always triumphs over experience. That laughter is the only cure for grief. And I believe that love is stronger than death.” - Robert Fulghrum According to Fulghrum, “these are the things I learned (in Kindergarten):

1. Share everything.

2. Play fair.

3. Don’t hit people.

4. Put things back where you found them.

5. CLEAN UP YOUR OWN MESS. 6. Don’t take things that aren’t yours.

7. Say you’re SORRY when you HURT somebody.

8. Wash your hands before you eat.

9. Flush.

10. Warm cookies and cold milk are good for you.

11. Live a balanced life - learn some and drink some and draw some and paint some and sing and dance and play and work everyday some.

12. Take a nap every afternoon.

13. When you go out into the world, watch out for traffic, hold hands, and stick together.

14. Be aware of wonder. Remember the little seed in the Styrofoam cup: The roots go down and the plant goes up and nobody really knows how or why, but we are all like that.

15. Goldfish and hamster and white mice and even the little seed in the Styrofoam cup - they all die. So do we.

16. And then remember the Dick-andJane books and the first word you learned the biggest word of all - LOOK.” Brunswick Little Theatre’s “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” runs Thursdays – Saturdays August 8-10 and 15-17 at 7:30 pm and Sundays, August 11 and 18 at 3:00 pm. Brunswick Little Theatre is located at 8086 River Road, Southport, NC 28461. Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for students with valid ID. Tickets can be purchased at Ricky Evans Gallery at 211 N. Howe Street in Southport, NC and online at www.brunswicklittletheatre.com.

2019 EVENTS Lto R: Carolyn Stringer, Cat Thomas, Sherrill Joll, Sara Polon, in back is Mason Chandler

2019 EVENTS July 2nd – 4th

NORTH CAROLINA 4TH OF JULY FESTIVAL

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October 3rd – 5th

JulyOPEN 2nd –KING 4th U.S. MACKEREL TOURNAMENT NORTH CAROLINA

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4TH OF JULY FESTIVAL The U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament attracts Downtown Southport. patriot@nc4thofjuly.com 400+ boats annually and is one of the largest www.nc4thofjuly.com. kingfish tournaments on the east coast. The tournament has a guaranteed prize structure and in October 3rd – 5th 2018, paid out over $280,000 in cash with 432 boats fishing U.S. the tournament. fish@usopenkmt.

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October 14th – 20th The U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament attracts SOUTHPORT-OAK ISLAND 400+ boats annually and is one of the largest FALL RESTAURANT WEEK kingfish tournaments on the east coast. The tourFoodieshas everywhere, make sure have marked nament a guaranteed prizeyou structure and in your calendar for the 2nd Annual Southport-Oak 2018, paid out over $280,000 in cash with 432 Island Fall Restaurant Week presented by The boats fishing the tournament. fish@usopenkmt.

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This week will give diners in our area an extra incentive to dine out because participating restauOctober rants will be offering 14th special– 20th menus and price points. SOUTHPORT-OAK Restaurants interestedISLAND in participating, contact: FALL Southport-Oak island Area Chamber of RESTAURANT WEEK Commerce.

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311 W. Brown Street Southport 4 bed | 3 bath, $649,900

406 W. West Street Historic Southport 5 bed | 2 bath, $599,000

308 W. Moore Street Historic Southport 3 bed | 2.5 bath, $799,000

206 W. Bay Street Historic Southport 5 bed | 2.5 bath, $1,349,000

6208 Pebble Shore Lane The Landing at Southport 3 bed | 3.5 bath, $579,000

4169-3 Cambridge Cove Cir. Cambridge Crossings 3 bed | 3 bath, $289,500

6088 Turtlewood Drive Turtlewood 4 bed | 4.5 bath, $517,000

6243 Pebble Shore Lane The Landing at Southport 5 bed | 3.5 bath $699,900

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2407 Marsh Grove Lane The Preserve at Oak Island 2 bed | 2 bath, $299,900

227 Sand Dollar Lane The Hammocks 3 bed | 2.5 bath, $439,000

5021 Nester Drive South Harbour Village 3 bed | 3.5 bath, $384,000

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2110 Maple Leaf Drive Southport Way 3 bed | 2 bath, $294,000

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SPOTTINGS Kass Fincher, spends quality time with her newest grandson, Winston Lambeth, he’s four months old and just adorable!

Send us your spottings! editor@ southportmag. com

Pescado Y Amor hit a decade of creating, having fun, and being in business and celebrated with a customer appreciation party and a 10 Year Recognition Ceremony with the Southport Oak Island Chamber of Commerce-Welcome Center.

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Your 2019- 2020

Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce Board Members & Committee Chairs

PRESIDENT Lucinda Arnold

VP BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Ali Travis

OUT OF THE BOX LUNCH Jackie Pappas

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Kim Felts

VP COMMUINITY DEVELOPMENT Brenda Bowling

COFFEE WITH THE GIRLS Ronnie Burnish

EDUCATION COMMITTEE James Woody

VP TOURISM Sarah Stephens

EDUCATION COMMITTEE Ken White

2019 US OPEN KMT Martin Register

EXECUTIVE VP Karen Sphar

VP GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS & GOVERNMENTAL COMMITTEE Lynda Stanley

VP INTERNAL AFFAIRS & INTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Duncan Hilburn

OI LIGHTHOUSE RUN Seth Robbins

RESTAURANT WEEK Kris Beasley

BUSINESS CONNECTIONS Lucinda Arnold

COASTAL CONSUMER SHOWCASE Sarah Stephens

BC LEADERSHIP Julie Bianchi

CHRISTMAS BY THE SEA PARADE Jackie Pappas

OI LIGHTHOUSE RUN Kim Felts

NC 4th of JULY FESTIVAL Trisha Howarth

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE & GOLF CLASSIC Ben Frazier

RESTAURANT WEEK Andrew Laing

TOURISM Kristin Goode

COASTAL CONSUMER SHOWCASE Brenda Bowling

YOUTH BUSINESS FAIR Jennifer Cooper

CHRISTMAS BY THE SEA PARADE Brad Fisher

NOMINATING COMMITTEE Noah Goldman

BUILDING AND GROUNDS Noah Goldman

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mitzi Swing

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Lynda Stanley

PLANNING COMMITTEE Lucinda Arnold

GOLF CLASSIC Adam Powell

MEMBERSHIP & SALES AGENT Charlie Blalock

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Coastal Consumer Show

March 5, 2020 CoastalConsumerShow.com

INFORMATION SPECIALIST Mary Ellen Poole

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Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic - May SptOkiGolfClassic.com

Youth Business Fair November 23rd

Oak Island Beach Day - July 1st Southport 4th of July Festival July 2nd-4th NC4thofJuly.com

US Open King Mackerel Tournament October 3-5th usopenkmt.com

Christmas by the Sea Parade December 7th

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Shop Small Saturday November 30th

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DINING GUIDE

Seaside Tuscan Salmon Supper Check out the Dining Guide and what delicious food the local area has to offer!

SWAIN SEAFOOD SHACK

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

THE PIRATES DECK

5827 E. Oak Island Dr, Oak Island 910-933-4615 A great local hangout . Everything from Nachos to burgers, to seafood to steaks. Great Bar.

MODERN AMERICAN THE LIVE OAK ON HOWE

614 N. Howe St.Southport, 910-620-4541 Full Service Catering and Event Venue. Pairing with The Confectionary for off-site and onsite specials occasions. They will work with you to tailor make your event, one to remember.

Whether it is at your house or ours..

OLIVER’S ON THE CAPE FEAR

Stop and celebrate with Bella Cucina as they celebrate their 15 year Anniversary this August! Sample some of their traditional favorites or new entrees like Tuscan Salmon

SEAFOOD SPECIALTY FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT

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

M FISHY FISHY CAFE

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

M FRYING PAN

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

M ISLAND WAY RESTAURANT

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

JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE

6404 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-5231

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

M MR. P’S BISTRO

Family owned since 1964; offering seafood fried, broiled or grilled, plus charbroiled steaks.

MOJO’S ON THE HARBOR

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

MOORE STREET OYSTER BAR Moore Street, Southport

M PROVISION COMPANY 130 Yacht

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

RUSTY HOOKS DOCKSIDE GRILL

4907 Fish Factory Rd Southport, (910) 477-6616 www.rustyhooksdockside.com We are fun dining! Our menu features fresh local seafood and generational recipes, guaranteed to leave a lasting smile on your face.

Come join our small piece of paradise along the coast of Carolina; our team looks forward to greeting you. We welcome boaters to pull up to our docks or contact the Marina Dockmaster on Channel 16, and all others to come down Fish Factory Road and join us for a relaxing meal with a gorgeous view!

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

SHAGGER JACKS

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

TRANQUIL HARBOR

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

TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING

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

WINE & BEER DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

305 N. Howe St., Southport 208-520-2490 Doc Meridian is a local wine shop and winery

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located in Southport, NC launching in the fall of 2017. We will be serving and selling great wine in NC.

GRAPE AND ALE

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

SILVER COAST WINERY

105 S. Howe St. Southport, 910-777-5151 Brunswick County’s first and only winery and original Craft Beer Bar. Craft Beer and Wine tastings all day, every day! Check out our Facebook page for updated events, specialty beer tastings, and live music.

THE WINE RACK

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

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

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

CAFES, DELIS & GRILLS POLLY’S AMERICAN GRILL

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

BEANA’S KITCHEN

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

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DINING GUIDE BLUE COW GRILLE

108 Moore Street, Southport 910-363-4402 Serving specialty Burgers,.sanwiches and seafood. Lunch and Dinner

BOB’S DOGS

KOA CAFE

302 N Howe St, Southport, 910-363-4206 Gourmet Sandwich Shop & Market With Yummy Goods & Gifts! Soups, Salads & Sandwiches Served Daily!

KOKO CABANA

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

705 Ocean Drive, Oak Island (910) 933-6222 Open Wed - Sun. Burgers, Seafood, Steaks, Sandwiches, Salads

CHASER’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL

KOPP’S KWIK STOP II

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

ERIC’S GRILLE

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

LITTLE BIT’S GRILL

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

5902 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 910-278-6430 A classic burger joint, onion rings and other sides. Breakfast is served, pancakes and bacon.

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL

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

JERSEY MIKES

5130 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 910-477-6261 Subs and sandwiches, fresh salads.

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LOCAL’S FAMILY DINER

832 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0444 www.localsfamilydiner.com With a warm and friendly atmosphere, Local’s Family Diner serves breakfast all day long and a seafood and entrée menu for lunch and dinner.

M LOCO JO’S

132 Country Club Dr., Oak Island 910-250-1184 A casual diner featuring breakfast & lunch, from fluffy omelets to burgers and fried chicken sandwiches. Open 6am - 2pm.

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

RUSSELL’S PLACE

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

STREAT SIDE TAKE OUT

Corner of Howe and Leonard Street, 524 N Howe St, Southport, NC, 910-363-4113.Chef/ Owner Rhonda Uhlmann (former restaurant was Flying Fish Cafe located at 705 Ocean Drive, Oak Island).

Take out only with limited outside seating.

Closed Sunday and Monday’s. Has some entree items and freshly made soups that are the same from Flying Fish Cafe.

SIDE STREET CAFÉ

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

SUNDOGZ BAR & TAVERN

M MOORE STREET MARKET

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

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

OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB

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

OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT

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

OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS

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

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

THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR New Location for Landscaping 4255 Long Beach Rd.

OLD BRIDGE DINER

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

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

LANDSCAPES

We serve Roast Magazine’s 2016 Roaster of the year, Espresso, Coffee Drinks(Hot, Frozen, Iced) Smoothies, Variety of Red/White Wines & Craft Beer. Also Pastries, Trays, Breakfast and Lunch Wraps.

3280 George II HWY (BSL) Southport NC 910-351-8093 www.theofficecoffeeandwinebar.com

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8620 E Oak Island Dr (6.76 mi) Oak Island (910) 933-6051

TAYLOR CUISINE CAFÉ

TROLLY STOP

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

M TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ

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

WILDLIFE RESTAURANT & GRILL

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

BARBECUE M SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE

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

TERRY’S NC BARBQUE & RIBS

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

M BAR-B-QUE HOUSE

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

CHINESE ASIAN TASTE

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

TASTE OF CHINA

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

INTERNATIONAL M PORTS OF CALL

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

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

ITALIAN M BELLA CUCINA

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

CASTUCCI’S AN ITALIAN JOINT 4332 Long Beach Rd, Southport 910-477-6755 Family Italian restaurant

FALCONE’S & D’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 2831 Midway Rd Ste 106 Bolivia 910253-8151

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DINING GUIDE M JOSEPH’S ITALIAN BISTRO

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

IRISH PUB OF SOUTHPORT

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

JAPANESE TENGU JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE

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

MEXICAN DELPHINA CANTINA

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

KAI JOE’S

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

SAN FELIPE

1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 1, Southport & 4961 Long Beach Rd. SE 910-454-0950 Serving authentic dishes, such as fajitas, enchiladas and chalupas, fresh salsa and margaritas; serves traditional Mexican dishes.

SIDE STREAT TAKE OUT

524 N Howe St., Southport 910-363-4113 Tex-Mex style cuisines at a local take-out joint. Serving a variety of fish, beef, and veggie bowls. Also offering quesadillas, tacos and hot, homemade soup. Take out or relish your meal under the shaded, outside dinning area.

TACO & BURITTO SHACK 3261 Hwy 87, BSL 910-351-0179

PIZZERIAS BAMBINI’S PIZZERIA

1513 N Howe St, Southport 477-9352

DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA

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

FAMOUS SUBS AND PIZZA

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

PIZZA SHACK

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

THE PEPPERONI GRILL

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

PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH

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

PIZZA HUT

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

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA

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

DOMINO’S (SOUTHPORT)

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

DOMINO’S (OAK ISLAND)

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

THAI SUTHPORT SIAM

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

THAI BY THE SEA

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

THAI PEPPERS

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

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

BAKERIES/ COFFEE AHOY DOUGHNUTS

5821 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 250-1005 • www.ahoydoughnuts.com Fresh yeast raised, filled and cake donuts, apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, monkey muffins, twists and more. Handmade daily, family owned.

BLUE SEA COFFEE SHOP

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

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

BURNEY’S BAKERY

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

THE CONFECTIONARY

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

JUMPIN’ JAVA OAK ISLAND

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

PORT CITY JAVA

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

LIL & JOHN’S SWEETREAT HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

6324 East Oak Island Drive.

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

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

SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR

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

THE SCOOP SHOP

4922 East Oak Island Dr, OKI 910-250-1321 The best ice cream on the beach! Plus made to order cake donuts and fresh hot donuts!

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SIDE STREET BAKERY

417-A N. Howe Street, Southport 363-4629 Locals suggest the cupcakes, lemon bars, key lime pie, and carrot cake.

STAARR CAKES BAKERY

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

ICE CREAM CHUCK’S HOMEMADE ICECREAM 5701 E. Oak Island Dr.,• 278-5371 4956 Old Long Beach Rd SE (973) 476-4312 Featuring delicious home made ice cream.

M DAIRY QUEEN

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

FLAVA’S COFFEE AND ICE CREAM

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

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CALENDAR $35.00 per person or $30.00 for two or more attendees. You may pay by cash or check at the door, or PayPal on the Flotilla’s website.

August Events AUG 8-11 AND 15-18

Brunswick Little Theatre presents “All I Need to Know I learned in Kindergarten,” directed by Ken Greenman and based on the popular book by Robert Fulghum. Show times are 7:30 p.m. for the Thurs.-Sat. Shows and 3:30 p.m. for the Sunday matinees. Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for for students and may be purchased at Rickey Evans Gallery or online at www.brunswicklittletheatre.com

AUGUST 10

AUGUST 10

BAND TOGETHER

Middle Park - Fund Raiser, Oak Island 6:30p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Dingle Family Benefit Concert. More info call Clarissa 704-530-8033.

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will provide a one-day boating course that satisfies all state requirements. This class is open to the public and will be taught at the Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation, Assembly Room, 795 Ocean Highway, Supply, NC from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Course fee is

SEPT 8

CATURDAY FESTIVAL

Sponsored by Friends of Southport Ferals Inc, this festival will feature arts and crafts, food vendors, auctions, kids activities and live bands, plus animal control representation from the city providing education about feral cats and colonies. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. in Franklin Square Park.

USED BOOK SALE

AUGUST 24

BOILING SPRING LAKES MAYOR’S CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT

USCG AUXILIARY FLOTILLA BOATING COURSE

AUGUST 31

Four-person teams compete in captain’s choice, flighted play at The Lakes Country Club. $50 per person includes lunch and awards after golf. 9 a.m. shotgun start. For more information, call Steve, (910) 845-2625.

AUGUST 23-24

Cattail Cottage Celebrates 12th anniversay. 10 a.m. to 6p.m. Specials, giveaways and refreshments.

Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island offer used books for sale 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. inside Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe St. (next to Taylor Cuisine Cafe)

September

You are Invited to participate in the bridge Presbyterian Church, Sunday, September 8th, 2019. Booth Set up will be at 9:00 am. The event will be from 9:30 am - 12:00 pm. Tables will be available for you to use to set up your booth/kiosk We are planning to publicize with TV, Radio, Social Media and through out the Leland area. Much more information will be coming soon, but we wanted you to save the date, start planning and preparing. If you would like us to reserve you a space/ table Please Contact Wanda at (910) 769-4951 or email her at thebridgepres@gmail.com

PLANT SALE

SEPT 6

BACK PORCH ROCKERS

MISSION FAIR

Garrison Lawn - Southport 5-7 p.m.

Special fund raiser for the Maritime Museum, raffle with lots of prizes.

Master Gardener Plant Sale August 21 - September 8, 2019. The Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association of Brunswick CountySM is bringing back their Fall Online Plant Sale featuring a wide selection of trees, evergreens, shrubs with spectacular

MOOre than JUST burgers and fries

Puttin’ the MOO in Moore Street since 2018

108 E. Moore (910) 363-4402 Street, Southport Call for Hours (910) 363-4402 108 E. Moore Street Southport, NC 28461 bluecowgrille.com Visit us on Facebook

Drinks

bluecowgrille.com Tea (Sweet or Unsweet) $2.50 free refills

Sodas

Pepsi Product fountain drinks $2.50 free refills

(Beer and Wine Available)

OPEN SUNDAYS!!

SHRIMP ROLLS shrimp, cabbage, carrots and green onions rolled and fried served with citrus aioli and soy glaze

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TUNA SANDWICH Tuna seared and rare topped with Asian slaw and citrus aioli on brioche

OUR NEWEST BURGER THE RODEO BURGER sharp cheddar, bacon, homemade BBQ sauce topped with an onion ring... Yee Haw!!

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CALENDAR blooms, and a diverse selection of favorites for the coastal garden. Visit the website www.bcmgva.org from August 21st through September 8th to place and pay for your order. Pick up your plants in person from September 20th through September 21nd at the Brunswick County Extension Office, 25 Referendum Drive, the greenhouse area behind Building N, Government Complex, Bolivia For more information, contact the NC Brunswick County Extension Office at 910 253 2610.

Ongoing Events WINE & DRINK

AMERICAN FISH COMPANY

Beautiful views at the Southport waterfront - sit and watch the boats go by!

Check Facebook for event information.

DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

Wine tastings weekly and live music, 305 North Howe Street, Southport.

Check Facebook for more details.

TIKI TAVERN

Check Facebook for specials and events, 108 E. 8th St., Southport.

THE LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL

Weekly events such as trivia or bonfires as well as food and drink specials, Open Mic Beach Jam on Sundays, 601 E. Ocean Dr., Oak Island.

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

Wine tastings on Thursdays. Check uncorkedbythesea.com for information on specials and events. 602 N. Howe St., Southport.

GRAPE & ALE

Stocked with your old favorites and new wines to try - stop in for tastings!

Check www.thegrapeandale.com for more information, 8521 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island.

SILVER COAST WINERY TASTING & TAPROOM Wine tastings and craft beers, 105A S. Howe Street, Southport. Open Mic Night every Tuesday 6-8 p.m., Wine Club Wednesdays and Thirsty Thursdays Beer Club. Finally Friday features a special wine or beer tasting featuring light food, 4-6 p.m. every Friday, $8 per person.

THE WINE RACK

Wine tastings on Fridays, 5:30-8 p.m., 102 W. Brown Street. Check www.southportwinerack.com for more

information. Reynolds Family Winery dinner at Live Oak Cafe August 22nd at 6:30. Reservations required. Call 910457-5147

THE PUB OF SOUTHPORT

Check the Pub’s Facebook page for other events and daily specials, 1513 N. Howe, Unit 10, Southport.

COMMUNITY

FARMERS MARKET - OAK ISLAND Mondays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Middleton Park fields. Shop for produce, baked goods and homemade items across the street from the ocean.

Free parking in cabanas parking lots.

FARMERS MARKET - SOUTHPORT Wednesdays in Southport, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stroll amongst the majestic live oaks in Franklin Square Park as you browse for produce, baked good and all kinds of arts, crafts and homemade items.

HARPER LIBRARY

Summer Reading Program begins June 10 and continues Mondays from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. (except July 2); Lego Club, August 8, 4 - 5 p.m.;

NC MARITIME MUSEUMS SOUTHPORT - THIRD TUESDAY

Third Tuesday programs are free and open to all those 16 and older, 7 p.m. at 223 E. Bay Street. Call 910-477-5151 for more information. The Aug. 20 program is “Finding The Frye.” Living History Saturdays at Brunswick Town/Ft. Anderson - Third Saturdays Go back in time the third Thursday of each month. Each Saturday event focuses on a different topic related to colonial Brunswick Town or Civil War Era Ft. Anderson.

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK SOUTHPORT

Enjoy strolling through downtown Southport and view artists’ creations from 5-7 p.m.

FIRST FRIDAY - OLDE SOUTHPORT VILLAGE SHOPPES Meet crafters and artisans, shop for antiques, and enjoy snacks and beverages from 5-8 p.m. at 1102 N. Howe Street.

SENSORY SATURDAY - NC MARITIME MUSEUM AT SOUTHPORT

On the first Saturday of the month, patrons can enjoy a quieter museum visit, with dimmed lighting and no audio.

WALK WITH A DOC

This health professional-led group is a fun and safe place to walk, learn about health and meet new friends.

The event is free and all are welcome, second Saturday of every month, 9-10 a.m. at the Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center, 1 Leeds Road.

R.I.S.E. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP This support group is open to anyone in any stage of fighting cancer.

The group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 4509 Fieldstone Circle, St. James. Call Susan Werlinich at 614-323-8729 for more information on R.I.S.E. (Resilient, Informed, Strong, Extraordinary). Werlinich is a retired oncology nurse with more than 20 years’ experience leading support groups.

BARBEE LIBRARY (OAK ISLAND)

Ask

THIS IS OUR TOWN CLEANUP

SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, offering Free and Confidential one-on-one mentoring to the small business community. We can help you write a business plan, optimize your cash flow, boost your sales and marketing, and provide assistance in obtaining small business loans.

Lifelong Learners: Capitalism vs. Socialism, Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Meet at the Old Jail Annex on Rhett Street for Southport’s monthly cleanup, 9 a.m. to noon. Call 612-202-8541 for more information.

BINGO

Karen Simmons

Q: Q: Do I Need a

Oak Island - Monday & Wednesday nights, 6:30-10:30 p.m. at the VFW, 103 SE 50th Street, Oak Island.

Disaster Recovery

Boiling Spring Lakes - Bingo at VFW Post 10400 Boiling Springs Lakes, every Tuesday for cash prizes. Door opens at 6 pm and Bingo begins at 7 pm. Address is 3161 George II Hwy, Southport.

Plan? —Elaine B. from Leland

FIRST TUESDAY - BRUNSWICK CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE

This program is held at Hatch Auditorium at Ft. Caswell. Registration starts at 6:30 p.m. and the program starts at 7 p.m.

A: No business, no matter its size nor the industry it’s in, is immune to the risk of a disaster. FEMA estimates that over 25% of small businesses facing a disaster never reopen their doors. That’s why it’s critical to have a disaster recovery plan in place before the unthinkable strikes.

From the SCORE website, you can download a free Small Business Disaster Planning Guide that discusses what you should consider including in your disaster recovery plan. And ready.gov/ business has excellent disaster plan toolkits and checklists to help you plan for the worst.

Call SCORE Cape Fear at 910-452-5395 for more information and to set up a free mentoring session.

OAK ISLAND BIRD CLUB - SECOND TUESDAYS

Visit CapeFear.Score.org

Meet at the Recreation Center at 8:30 a.m. to learn more about the birds in this coastal community.

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CALENDAR BALD HEAD ISLAND CONSERVANCY

Take a tour of all the natural beauty of Bald Head Island’s marshes and beach, Saturdays in August from 9-11 a.m. Meet at the Conservancy, 700 Federal Road. Personal golf cart transportation is required. Kayak the creeks Thursdays in August at 10 a.m Aug. 1 & 8 and 1 p.m. Aug. 15, 22 & 29. Meet at the Village Creek access on Federal Road. Introductory Birding from 9-11

a.m. on Fridays and and turtle walks most days, 9 p.m. Visit www.bhic. org/family-activities/ for more details

TURTLE TALKS Town of Oak Island - Come out to discover all there is to know about Loggerhead sea turtles on Oak Island and how to help save sea turtles with conservation tactics. Wednesdays at 6 p.m.

MEDITATION

Oak Island Recreation,\ Center, 3003 E. Oak Island Dr., 10:30 a.m. on Saturdays. This free session is aimed at bringing participants a sense of self awareness and inner calm.

LIVE MUSIC Check out the complete summer music & entertainment schedule starting on page 28.

OKI PARKS AND REC

ISLAND RECREATION CENTER HOURS MONDAY-THURSDAY 6:30AM-8PM FRIDAY 6:30AM-6PM SATURDAY 9AM-2PM CLOSED SUNDAY 2020 OAK ISLAND COASTAL CALENDARS

Available for purchase at Oak Island Recreation Center (3003 E. Oak Island Dr.) $15 Each The Town of Oak Island turns 20 years old this year! To celebrate, the island community was invited to share their very favorite photos of our island paradise over the last twenty years for a chance to be featured in the 2020 OKI Coastal Calendar! Calendars include Oak Island images, where you can find these hidden gems on the island, and indicates Oak Island Parks & Recreation’s largest events for 2020!

FORT FISHER AQUARIUM VISITS OAK ISLAND: LIVING SHELLS

FREE!, Location: Oak Island Recreation Center (3003 E. Oak Island Dr.) Thursday, August 8th - Sea stars, sea urchins, hermit crabs, welk snails, and more! What do all these coastal creatures have in common? Discover how these lesser known species are finding their homes in sea shells! Oak Island Beach Preservation Society has partnered with Fort Fisher Aquarium to bring fantastic nature to our community residents and guests. All programs will be held at the Oak Island Recreation Center (3003 E. Oak Island Dr.) at 2pm. Programs are FREE to all participants!

OAK ISLAND BOYS COUNTRY MUSIC

Friday, August 16. 6:00pm - FREE Kick back and let loose as Oak Island’s

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very own “Oak Island Boys Country Music” returns to Oak Island Recreation Center for a family friendly musical performance. This event is free for all interested parties, and will certainly contribute to making this evening one to remember! Music will begin at 6pm.

SPOOKTACULAR BUSINESS BOOTHS AND BOOS

Friday, October 25. 5:30-7:30pm Fall is fast approaching, and Oak Island would like to invite businesses, community organizations, and school groups to participate in this year’s Spooktacular! Promote your group or business while offering safe and fun opportunities to your Oak Island community. This family friendly Halloween event is looking for groups interested in hosting a booth with carnival type activities and distributing candy to children ages 13 and under. For more information; interested parties can contact Ryan at rgordon@ci.oak-island.nc.us or call (910) 278-4747.

5TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT MARKET: VENDOR OPPORTUNITY Saturday, December 7. 9am-2pm FREE Admission $30 per Vendors Application As Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department transitions to our fall and holiday season event line-up; we wanted to invite you to you to join us in making this holiday season magical by participating in the 2019 Holiday Craft Market! This year’s program will be held at the Oak Island Recreation Center, located at 3003 E. Oak Island Dr., and will offer both indoor and outdoor spaces for vendors. Interested participants are welcome to reach out either Carrie Winkler (cwinkler@ci.oak-island.nc.us) or Eric Falkenhagen (efalkenhagen@ ci.oak-island.nc.us )

SPLASH PAD

Oak Island Splash Pad: NOW OPEN, Operating Hours: 10am-6pm Daily FREE! Location: Middleton Park Annex (behind Town Hall) The Town of Oak Island would like to invite the island community to help kick off the summer season with the Oak Island Splash Pad at Middleton Park. This new addition was built, in part, thank to the NC Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Grant. The Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department is thrilled to see this project reach fruition and cannot wait to see the opportunities it will bring to our town. The Oak Island Splash pad is a water activity that

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CALENDAR features spraying water and water features. Rentals are available for the Oak Island Splash Pad from 6pm-8pm, and are broken into two 1-hour sessions. Participants can elect to reserve the Oak Island Splash Pad for both sessions. For details, or to book your rental, stop by Oak Island Town Hall, or call Rose at (910) 201-8015.

2019 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

6:30-8:30pm Fridays Location: Middleton Park (SE 46th St.) FREE! Join Oak Island Parks and Recreation on Friday evenings this summer! To begin the 2019 season in spectacular fashion; OKI Summer Concert Series is thrilled to welcome The Sand Band to the stage this Friday, July 12th . Located at Middleton Park, music will begin at 6:30pm and run until 8:30pm. Bring your favorite chair or blanket, and let the cool tunes take you to a relaxed state of mind by the beach! ** For more information about this program, contact Ryan at rgordon@ci.oak-island.nc.us *

FOOTGOLF

Tuesday-Thursday, 3pm-6pm, $10 a round per person, Location: OKI Par 3 at South Harbour (4188 Vanessa Dr SE, Southport) Show off your World Cup inspired moves with the newest craze in recreation; footgolf! Contact the OKI Par 3 at South Harbour clubhouse for details at (910) 454-0905.

2019 OAK ISLAND FARMER’S & ARTISAN MARKET

Mondays, 8am-1pm at Middleton Park (SE 46th St.) FREE! The Oak Island Parks and Recreation invites Oak Island residents and guests to attend the 2019 Farmer’s Market. The market will gather from 8am-1pm on Mondays throughout the summer months.

Visitors to the OKI market can explore a vast assortment of handmade goods from local farmers and artisans while taking in gorgeous views of the sea; located at Middleton Park, this market is the perfect way to kick off the week! . For more information about this program, contact Ryan at rgordon@ ci.oak-island.nc.us

KEVIN BELL SKATE PARK- OPEN FOR 2019 SUMMER SEASON!

Wednesday- Saturdays 10am-6pm Sundays 1-6pm $2 per day Resident’s/ $5 per day Island Visitors & Non Resident’s The Oak Island Skate Park located on SE 49th Street is now open for the 2019 season! The park is open for skateboarders and in-line skaters. Participants ages 18 and under must have a liability waiver signed by an adult or guardian. For more information about the Kevin Bell Skate Park, contact Eric at efalkehagen@ci.oak-island.nc.us * Skateboards, long boards-inline skates, and ripsticks are allowed; however bikes or scooters are NOT permitted. Helmets & pads are required, and are available for rent for $1.

LABOR DAY SURF OFF

Saturday, August 31 8am-5pm Ocean Crest Pier Celebrate with Oak Island Parks and Recreation this Labor Day Weekend for the 2019 Labor Day Surf Off! Join in on the fun as we send off the summer season with a day of sun, surf, and competition. Categories

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BECOME A NATURE NOVICE WITH OKI NATURE PROGRAMS Turtle Talks With Oak Island Sea Turtle Protection Program Wednesdays (Begins June 12) 6:00pm FREE! Location: Oak Island Recreation Center (3003 E. Oak Island Dr.) Come out to discover all there is to know about Loggerhead sea turtles on Oak Island and how to help save sea turtles with conservation tactics. This program helps to inform and educate citizens on what you can do to ensure that survival of these species for generations to come. *This program runs each Wednesday for approximately 8 weeks during the summer season*

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are available for: youth girls and boys, teens, as well as adult men and women. Beginners and more seasoned surfers are encouraged to participate.

There is also a paddleboard race, as well as a bodyboarding category.This year’s registration is available online http://bit.ly/OKILaborDaySurfOff2019

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CALENDAR EXPLORE AT THE OKI NATURE CENTER

Wednesday-Saturday11am-2pm FREE! Location: Corner of NE 52nd St. & E. Yacht Dr. The Nature Center is nestled between tall native pines, oak trees, and a beautiful salt marsh eco system. Around the Nature Center is a tree trail, butterfly garden, floating dock, and fishing tee. Inside the Nature Center you will learn about native shorebirds, reptiles, butterflies, the marsh eco system, and much more.

Throughout the summer the parks and recreation depart will schedule a variety of educational nature programs

OAK ISLAND SEA TURTLE PROTECTION PATCH SELF-LED PROGRAM

*Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day Weekend* FREE! Location: OKI Nature Center (Corner of NE 52nd St. & E. Yacht Dr.) Earn a Sea Turtle Protection Patch with Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department! This FREE program is perfect for kids of

all ages. Visit the Oak Island Nature Center, from mid-May through Labor Day Weekend, and pick up a sea turtle protection activity book. This booklet will guide you through the life cycle of Oak Island sea turtles, challenges they face, and activities to keep the kids busy this summer! Once completed show your booklet to an OKI Nature Center Volunteer to receive a Sea Turtle Protection Patch.

WILD ABOUT READING

Thursdays, 11am Location: OKI Nature Center (Corner of NE 52nd St. & E. Yacht Dr.) Join Oak Island Parks and Recreation Volunteer staff at the Oak Island Nature Center (52nd and Yacht Drive) for a fun-filled morning from 11:00am-noon. We’ll read a great book or two, then complete a wildly fun craft that you can take home with you! These programs are perfect for young children and FREE to attend with pre-registration; simply call 910/278- 5518.

BIRD BUCKS FOR OAK ISLAND BIRD CLUB

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MAT PILATES WITH MERT

SLOW FLOW YOGA

Locations: 105 E. Brown St., Southport, Wild Bird & Garden has partnered with Oak Island Bird Club for a fantastic opportunity for our communities birds and bird enthusiasts! Support the Oak Island Bird Club with a donation of fresh bird seed for their feeders. Purchase your donation from Wild Bird & Garden and receive a 15% discount. You will also receive a 15% discount off any of the same seed you purchase for your own feeders.

Thursdays, 9am

$5 Town of Oak Island Residents/ $6 Island Visitors & Non Residents Our Oak Island yogis are in for a treat as Mert brings Mat Pilates to OKI Recreation Center; beginning April 11th!

Mondays & Fridays 8am / Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30pm $3 Town of Oak Island Residents/ $4 Non Residents & Island Guests This brand new cardio course is perfect for anyone looking to improve fitness with a total body workout. Burn fats, increase muscles tone, and improve balance and coordination. Utilizing a step board, uplifting music and choreographed movements; exercises can be low impact or higher intensity depending on the individual’s skill level.

Mondays 6pm

$4 Town of Oak Island Residents/ $5 Island Visitors & Non Residents Rachel is back on the island and excited to pick back up with an evening beginners yoga class! For more questions about fitness opportunities at the OKI Recreation Center, contact Carrie at cwinkler@ci.oak-island.nc.us

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549 Edgewood RD, Boiling Spring Lakes

367 Benson Road, Leland Beautiful country setting on 53+- secluded acres. Room for your garden, outbuildings, RV and boat. This single-level, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home built in 2014 features an open floor plan and a spacious covered front porch for those lazy summer days. Low maintenance vinyl exterior. Whole house propane fired generator conveys with home. And there is an unfinished attic space that could be turned into additional living area. Where else can you find 53 acres this close to Leland and Wilmington.

If you want privacy this is the place for you. $324,900 • MLS #100171388 Call Brian P. Quinn, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 540-5043.

5406 W. Dolphin Dr, Oak Island Great waterfront, 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home with Dock on desirable West Dolphin. Older beach style home with original wood floors and walls.

Updated kitchen and tile bathrooms.

Wrap around deck with excellent water views. Easy walking access to beach.

Nonconforming enclosed downstairs area has kitchen area and bath. Not included in Square footage. $675,000 MLS #100155665 Call David Thorp, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 540-1665, to view today!

129 NE 38th St, Oak Island There is ample space for entertaining in this 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, beach bungalow. The completely renovated beach house features an Owners Bedroom with an expansive ensuite bath and walk-in closet, perfectly suited for full-time residents or renters alike.

The tasteful, modern kitchen is highlighted by wooden floating shelves and a butcher block island. Enjoy the sunshine in the soon-to-be-finished outdoor shower and fully fenced yard. $259,000 • MLS #100174616 Call Valerie Earman, Southport Realty, Inc., (540) 878-9465, to view today!

Absolutely charming 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home on a quiet street in Boiling Spring Lakes. Living room with vaulted ceiling; dining room; nice size kitchen with tile counters & floors; split floor plan - master bath is oversized with large corner tub & separate shower. In the back is a large deck great for entertaining & grilling. The back yard has a privacy fence with 8 ft. gate, a storage building and vegetable garden. Driveway is paved. New windows, doors, and water heater 2014. Boiling Spring Lakes is a a playground for the outdoor lover!

Lots of lakes, playgrounds, a community center, a public golf course, disc golf, and just a short distance to area beaches, historic Southport and Wilmington. $159,500 • MLS #100175665 Call Katherine Hufham, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 470-4045 , to view today!

607 N. Fodale Ave, Southport SOUTHPORT IN-TOWN SHINING GEM! Completely renovated, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath brick ranch with custom, solid wood,Abbey Lane custom kitchen cabinets with hand made glass,granite counter tops,travertine tiled backsplash,and stainless steel appliances.

These Bathrooms have new vanities and ceramic tile. Master bath has a large,oversized custom- tiled walk-in shower. New handscraped maple hardwood flooring throughout the house.A bonus room with separate entrance adds a flexible space that could be an additional bedroom. Newer hot water heater, newer HVAC unit, updated lighting and fixtures. Hardy board siding and with pleasing curb appeal. Attached carport, and tons of storage too. $244,999 • MLS #100167802 Call Mary Carneiro, Southport Realty, Inc., (914) 649-7100 , to view today!

931 Hankinsville RD, Southport A large 4 bedroom, 2 bath modular home on over an acre close in to Historic Southport! Easy golf cart ride to the waterfront. Listed at $279,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Donna Martin at (336) 480-4383 for details

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Barnes Bluff Drive

Oak Island Mainland – Lot #16 –Magnificent Intracoastal Waterway views await you in Exclusive Barnes Bluff, a beautiful gated waterfront community.

Build your dream home high atop the Bluff on a .47 acre lot with many amenities including a pool, club house, fitness facility, par 3 golf course and direct Intracoastal Waterway access.

Just a stone’s throw from South Harbor Village with its charming shops and waterfront dining. Minutes to beautiful Oak Island Beaches and a short drive to historic downtown Southport. Listed at $115,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Christine Luciano at 704-363-7866 for details.

Lot 5 Minnesota Dr SE, Southport South Harbour Village – Start living your dream!! The unique combination of fantastic views of Dutchman Creek, a true bluff lot, elevation and PRICE is now available in this much sought after boating & golfing community!

Listed at $55,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Bob Lewis (703) 409-0397 for details

124 Pike Rd, Boiling Spring Lakes Waterfront in Boiling Spring Lakes!

Why shouldn’t your year round home feel like a vacation? This tranquil retreat located in Boiling Springs Lakes boasts 96 feet of lake frontage and your own private dock with sweeping water views already in place. There are many neighborhood amenities available and no HOA fees. Bring your beach toys, comfy deck chairs and plenty of books to read!

Listed at $74,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Piotr Kulis at 910-524-0033 for details.

36 Yaupon Way, Oak Island 1 ½ lots on the Oak Island Golf Course This exquisite coastal living home combines the beauty of the Cape Fear region and golf course frontage.

A meticulous masterpiece including areas for effortless entertaining and plenty of room for friends. The large spacious deck welcomes the ocean breeze and magnificent year-round sunsets. A detached second living quarters adds to the uniqueness. Make memories here! Listed at $699,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Brooke Rudd-Gaglie at (910) 512-1361 for details

102 River Drive, Southport Enjoy beautiful views of the Cape Fear River from this home, situated on over 1.25 AC and located a quick walk to all of downtown Southport. The property has a pier with dock and boat lift to make it easy for you to enjoy getting out on the water. Watch boat and ship traffic from the large windows in the living area and bedrooms. There’s also a den/ flex space which would be great as an office or studio. The home has a covered porch area and an expansive open deck plus a screened porch, giving you lots of options for outdoor living. Unfinished basement is 676 square feet. Offered at $1,100,000. MLS# 100117719 Give Kay Jolliff of Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., Realtors a call 910-457-5258

422 Cypress Ridge Drive SE, Bolivia This one level home is beautifully appointed and situated on a lot overlooking the 7th Fairway of the Egret Course of Carolina National Golf Course. It is located in the gated community of Winding River, convenient to Southport, Holden Beach, Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. This home has quality craftsmanship detail throughout. Features include hardwoods, 9 foot ceilings, coffered ceilings, custom built-in shelving, gas fireplace and surround sound system. Offered at $460,500 MLS#:100157876 Give Kay Jolliff with Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc., REALTORS, a call today 910-523-0624

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404 W. Brunswick, Southport This beautiful home is situated with a prime view of the Yacht Basin, the heart and soul of Southport. Iconic views made famous by the movie Safe Haven will be yours from your double front porches and you can watch unrivaled sunsets over the waterway and enjoy a clear view to the Oak Island Lighthouse.

Fresh seafood is sold off the boats just across the street and is also being served up at the waterfront restaurants just steps away. The Southport Marina, shops, galleries and all the waterfront activities are all a very quick walk, too.

Many authentic details remain in this historic home, including the pine floors in the main living areas and mahogany trim and ceilings. There are also contemporary updates such as a chef’s kitchen and up to date baths. Offered at $796,000 • MLS#:100160199 Give Kay Jolliff with Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc., REALTORS, a call today 910-523-0624

LOT - 788 Skip Jack Cir, Southport Lovely corner homesite in Cottage Point in downtown Southport. It’s a quick walk or bike to everything! Enjoy living in a beautiful new home while living steps from the historic area, it’s the best of both worlds! Cottage Point common area includes a gazebo overlooking the marsh and a kayak launch. The property has approximately 0.27 Acres.

Offered at $86,000 • MLS# 100155318 Give Kay Jolliff with Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc., REALTORS, a call today 910-523-0624.

one block away for fishing. Living room. kitchen, dining is spacious and open.

Master suite has walk in closet and full bath. Split-plan with 2 guest rooms.

There is a 672 square foot semi-finished room downstairs that has electrical outlets, wall unit for heating and cooling, wood paneling and insulation and is not included in square feet. Great for office, man cave, storage. The lot is large and high and dry and wooded in the back, creating a park-like setting.

Offered at $312,000 • MLS# 100162228 Give Kay Jolliff with Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc., REALTORS, a call today 910-523-0624

4074 Country Garden Lane, Southport This beautiful 3 (or 4) bedroom, 2 bath home is situated on a quiet street in the very popular Arbor Creek neighborhood.

The living area is open to kitchen with an island/bar with seating and an amazing amount of cabinets. The kitchen also opens to the dining area and sun room with a pond view. The master suite and 2 guest bedrooms are on the main level and there is additional space upstairs for an extra bedroom or for flex space for an office or whatever you need! Fresh paint throughout. HVAC new in 2015. Attached double garage with workshop space.

Arbor Creek amenities include a pool, fitness area, tennis and community garden.

There’s a storage shed for bikes, etc. Its a short drive to downtown Southport or Oak Island’s 14 miles of beaches. Come live the dream! Offered at $279,000.

Give Kay Jolliff of Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., Realtors a call 910-523-0624

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FOODIES UNITE!

SPT/OKI 2019 RESTAURANT WEEK is OCT 14-20th

Enjoy prix-fixe meals at participating eateries throughout: Southport, Oak Island, Bald Head, Boiling Spring Lakes, Supply and Bolivia area (tax and gratuity not included).

Seven days of dining delight is a great benefit for both diners and the restaurant community, giving our local economy not only a great boost but a chance to experience the expansive talent our culinary scene offers.

It’s easy! Be on the lookout for the 2019 Restaurant Week Menu in Southport Magazine. There are no passes to buy, no coupons to carry and no cards to punch! Simply attend the participating restaurant of your choice, request the Restaurant Week menu and enjoy!

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