SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENT STRATEGIES
Have you ever thought about or heard about sustainable investing?
If not, here is some information about what it means and how one can approach it. First, sustainable investing refers to socially responsible investing (SRI) as well as environmental, social and governance data investment (ESG).
A sustainable investment strategy considers environmental, social and corporate governance criteria to generate long-term competitive financial returns as well as a positive social impact.
There are two ways to look at these investment strategies. Do you want to eliminate from your portfolio certain industries because of what they do (SRI) or are you more interested in investing in
companies that do good which is called (ESG)?
SRI, or Impact Investing, generally refers to making investments based on one’s values - avoiding companies that don’t fit your morals. Some companies that are often excluded are those that make their profits from tobacco, fossil fuel, firearms, and alcohol but at the end of the day, you are the judge.
ESG investing is focused on how the company operates. Does the company have a positive or negative impact on climate change, what is the company culture, and what is the corporate structure in relation to its stakeholders?
To accomplish your goals, consider an asset manager’s history and whether they have dedicated the
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necessary resources to provide ongoing research and analysis.
To maintain returns while investing sustainably, seek out a fund that is benchmarked to a broad-based index. This shows the manager’s goal is to provide market-like or better than market returns.
Research has shown that companies that best manage their environmental and social impact and follow good governance practices (ESG) are more profitable in the medium and long term. The growth in sustainable investment opportunities has been substantial as individuals choose to find investments that align with their goals.
The Global Sustainable Investment Alliance reports a 34 per cent increase in these investments over the last two years.
HOME LIBRARY
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT OF CREATING A LIBRARY IN YOUR HOME?
Home libraries are a dedicated space to relax and enjoy reading time. If you love books and have a lot of them, it is a great way to
enjoy your collection. It is also a personal statement about what you’re interested in; books and mementos can serve as a history
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of your life.
It is wonderful if you have a room that can be designated as the library but that really isn’t necessary. What’s most important is to create a cozy space for your collection. A library can be created in many different spaces since a room can be multi-functional. Sometimes there is space under a staircase or in a quiet nook, maybe a wall in the dining room or the hall. A fireplace can often be surrounded by bookshelves to create a library. Even a bedroom can be an interesting place to create your library; it could even be used as a wall unit above your headboard. All it takes is a little imagination.
Your personal library isn’t necessarily just for books. It is a place to show off collections, photos, albums, plants and even art. It can all be incorporated in the design. It is really about your own interests, which is what makes it personal. You might want to include a desk in your library wall or a hidden space to hide games and other important knick-knacks.
Keep in mind that a library should feel like a cozy retreat for reading. Depending on the space, consider
the color palette. Deep rich colors are relaxing in a library, but it all depends on the library’s location and the design of your home. Wood paneled libraries are traditional but there are many ways to create a relaxing space, depending on your own individual aesthetic. If you have a window with surrounding bookshelves, a window seat makes the perfect addition. Add a comfortable oversized chair if you have space.
Don’t forget to consider lighting, which depends on the size and location of your library. Use picture lights mounted at the top of the shelves to illuminate books and add a dramatic effect. For a traditional look, use wall sconces.
For actual reading, recessed lighting is appropriate as it can be dimmed by preference. Table lamps are always appropriate as are floor lamps depending on the location and available space in your own library.
Whether your home is large or small, there is always a space for a personal library.
2026 PGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
John Deere Classic
JUL 2 - 5
JUL 9 - 12
JUL 9 - 12
JUL 16 - 19
JUL 16 - 19
JUL 23 - 26
JUL 30 - AUG 2
AUG 6 - 9
AUG 13 - 16
AUG 20 - 23
AUG 27 - 30
TPC Deere Run Silvis, IL • USA
Genesis Scottish Open The Renaissance Club North Berwick • Scotland
* Schedule subject to change
PARAMOUNT, GOLF, CBS, ESPN+, SXM
PARAMOUNT, GOLF, CBS, ESPN+, SXM
ISCO Championship Hurstbourne Country Club Louisville, KY • USA GOLF
The Open Championship
Royal Birkdale Golf Club Southport • England
Corales Puntacana Championship Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course) Punta Cana • Dominican Republic
3M Open
TPC Twin Cities Blaine, MN • USA
Rocket Classic Detroit Golf Club Detroit, MI • USA
Wyndham Championship Sedgefield Country Club Greensboro, NC • USA
FedEx St. Jude Championship TPC Southwind Memphis, TN • USA
BMW Championship Bellerive Country Club St. Louis, MO • USA
TOUR Championship East Lake Golf Club Atlanta, GA • USA
+ Signature Event # Not PGA TOUR Co-sponsored ^ Co-sanctioned with DP World Tour
PARAMOUNT, GOLF, CBS, ESPN+, SXM
PARAMOUNT, GOLF, CBS, ESPN+, SXM
PARAMOUNT, GOLF, CBS, ESPN+, SXM
PARAMOUNT, GOLF, CBS, ESPN+, SXM
PARAMOUNT, GOLF, CBS, ESPN+, SXM
PARAMOUNT, GOLF, CBS, ESPN+, SXM
2026 LPGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
2026 LPGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE
WILMINGTON
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS ARE UNCERTAIN. DUE TO THE CURRENT SITUATIONS, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
JULY
JULY 4 | INDEPENDENCE
DAY
Have a star-spangled Fourth of July in Wilmington and our island beaches filled with patriotic things to do from the Riverwalk to piers, marinas, lakes and boardwalks. Ooh and Aah at fireworks by the river or sea, attend a baseball game, enjoy live music and more.
For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/2s3ate58
AUGUST
AUG 7 - 9
| FILM FESTIVAL
Save the date! The annual Surfalorus Film Festival is headed back to Wilmington, NC! You can watch the best surf films at Jengo’s Playhouse from August 7-9, 2026. For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/mwutz88v
SEPTEMBER
SEPT 12 | CRAFT WALK
Stroll historic downtown Wilmington’s picturesque streets and view colorful and creative works of art in a variety of mediums at Wilmington’s largest annual outdoor art show and sale. Don’t miss your chance to pick up some of these one-of-a-kind local pieces from over 100 talented artists.
For more info visit: americancraftwalk.com
SEPT 12 | BOURBON, BLUEGRASS, & BREWS FESTIVAL
Come to where the bourbon is smooth, barbecue is smokey, and bluegrass is kicking a short walk from historic downtown Wilmington. Enjoy a family friendly afternoon packed with live music from (headliners to be confirmed!), smooth bourbon with tastings, ice cold craft beer and fun craft cocktails, delicious local BBQ and more. For more info visit: waterlinebrewing.com
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OCTOBER
OCT 3 | OKTOBERFEST
Get ready to raise your steins and prost with us at our 11th annual Oktoberfest! You can expect German-style eats and food trucks, fresh-baked Crofton Pretzels & dreamy Celtic Creamery treats, Lawn games, contests, and surprises all day, Best Dressed Contest and you can even bring in your own favorite stein, or grab one of ours! For more info visit: waterlinebrewing.com
OCT 3 - 4 | RIVERFEST
Celebrated on the first full weekend of October, the Riverfest runs through Historic Downtown Wilmington. Currently drawing tens of thousands of people, this free, family-oriented celebration is a two-day event and has grown to be a widely anticipated annual celebration. For more info visit: wilmingtonriverfest.com
OCT 17 - 18 | OYSTER FESTIVAL
Hungry visitors will want to bring along a big appetite for the North Carolina Oyster Festival, which is a popular annual event that offers a whole lot more than the staple shellfish. Featuring everything from BBQ and pizza, to music, arts, and crafts, this extensive festival has plenty of ways to delight attendees of all tastes, and of all ages. For more info visit: ncoysterfestival.com
NOVEMBER
NOV 6 - 8 | KITE FESTIVAL
Come join the fun as serious kite flyers share their sky art at Cape Fear Kite Festival. This is the final kite event of the professional kite flying season with more than just your average kites filling the sky on the seashore. See incredible shapes, sizes, styles and of course colors float, soar and ride the air. For more info visit: pleasureislandnc.org
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE
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NOV
14 | MUSIC & ARTS
FEST
Bring the whole family and stroll through the free to enter N 4th Street Village alive with live arts and crafts vendors while you feast on delicious refreshments. Elevate your vibes with wellness experiences like yoga, breathwork, and sound meditation. From street side creativity to late night revelry, celebrate the wild, free spirit of the Brooklyn Arts District! For more info visit: baddayfest.com
DECEMBER
DEC
1 -
30 | FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Stroll the grounds of Poplar Grove this holiday season – camp fires to roast marshmallows, visit with Santa, decorated manor house, juried gift show, USO letter writing station, food trucks, libations, live music, and lights, lights, lights. Bring the entire family! For more info visit: poplargrove.org
JANUARY
JAN 29 - 31 |
VINTAGE MARKET
The Wilmington Antique and Vintage Market, a Wilmington tradition for over 55 years, is proudly celebrating this historic milestone at a new venue. Come shop with some of the premier antiques vendors from several states, with 20 dealers offering fine antiques, vintage items and collectibles. For more info visit: wilmingtonantiqueshow.com
FEBRUARY
FEB 4 - 6 |
JAZZ FESTIVAL
Wilmington gives a warm welcome to all of the jazz lovers attending our North Carolina Jazz Festival! This historic city located on the bank of the Cape Fear River has many interesting shops, art galleries, museums and restaurants, as well as a movie studio, nearby beaches, plus Revolutionary and Civil War sites to explore during your days here.For more info visit: ncjazzfestival.org
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FEB 9 | MARDI GRAS
Get ready to laissez les bons temps rouler with Port City Players LIVE at Waterline Brewing Co.! Bring your friends, family, and krewe for an unforgettable Mardi Gras party filled with great music, cold beer, and nonstop good vibes. Don’t leave after the show! Stick around as we take the party to the streets with a traditional Second Line march under the bridge with the band leading the way! For more info visit: waterlinebrewing.com
FEB 27 | MARATHON
The backdrop for setting personal bests with a fast, flat, and scenic point to point race. With a flat course we are the fastest paced course on the East Coast. Enjoy a fun and scenic race running by the beach and historic downtown! For more info visit: wilmingtonncmarathon.com
MARCH
MARCH 20 - 21 | FEAST
WILMINGTON
Craft & Cuisine, in partnership with Cape Fear Craft Beer Alliance, invites you to experience the Feast Wilmington event. Their best offerings will showcase the capabilities of pairing food and beer together. Chef and brewer will be on site to talk about their pairing, providing insight into the experience of food selection and creation. For more info visit: feastwilmington.com
APRIL
APRIL 7 - 11 | AZALEA FESTIVAL
Join the excitement as The North Carolina Azalea Festival celebrates Wilmington’s exceptional artwork, gardens, rich history and culture during its five days of pageantry. Celebrate Spring Southern style with Colorful Parades, bustling Street Fairs, charming Home and Garden Tours, Art Shows, Spectacular Fireworks, nationally-known entertainment performing concerts, as well as the majestic
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coronation of a Festival Queen and Princess. For more info visit: ncazaleafestival.org
APRIL 16 | CRYPTIDFEST
Join us in Wilmington, North Carolina for the Coastal Carolina CryptidFest 2027: Mermaids to Mothman—a day celebration of cryptids, mystery, oddities & curiosities, folklore, and fun! Explore a packed lineup of vendors, special guests, roaming entertainment, food, beverages, meet and greet, artists, authors, paranormal and cryptid experts, and cryptid fans from across the country. For more info visit: https://tinyurl.com/3vwx5tez
MAY
MAY TBA | STREET FEST
Join the fun when Wilmington’s largest downtown arts festival returns with works of more than 90 artists from North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. Participants will exhibit oil and watercolor paintings, pottery, jewelry, wood, glass, and paper creations. The Orange Street Arts Fest is both relaxing and exhilarating with live entertainment, old-fashioned fair food, and a wine and beer tent.For more info visit: wilmingtoncommunityarts.org
JUNE
JUNE 18 - 19 | BLUEBERRY FEST
The NC Blueberry Festival celebrates the historic, economic, and cultural significance of blueberries! For more info visit: ncblueberryfestival.com
2027 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
DATE
2026 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
* Schedule subject to change
JUNE 29 - MON 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 1st Round
JUNE 30 - TUE 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 1st Round
JULY 1 - WED 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 2nd Round
JULY 2 - THU 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 2rd Round
JULY 3 - FRI 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 3rd Round
JULY 4 - SAT 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 3rd Round
JULY 5 - SUN 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 4th Round
JULY 6 - MON 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies’ 4th Round
JULY 7- TUE 11:00 AM Ladies' and Gentlemen's Quarterfinals
JULY 8 - WED 11:00 AM Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Quarterfinals
JULY 9 - THU 11:00 AM Ladies’ Semifinals
JULY 9 - THU 11:00 AM Gentlemen’s Semifinals
JULY 10 - FRI 11:00 AM Ladies’ Singles Final & Men’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles
JULY 11 - SAT 11:00 AM Gentlemen’s Singles Final & Ladies’ Doubles
2026 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
HISTORIC TOWNS IN
Florida
If you happen to be driving through Florida, there are several interesting and historic towns worth visiting. St. Augustine, the oldest town in America, is located on the northeast coast of the state, just south of Jacksonville. Then head south to enjoy the Lake Wales Ridge, which includes the towns of Sebring, Lake Placid and Avon.
First settled in 1565 by the Spanish and predating both Jamestown and Plymouth Rock, St Augustine was first seen by Admiral Pedro Menendez de Aviles. Visit Castillo de San Marcos, a 17th century Spanish stone fortress, and the cobblestoned historic downtown that includes over 30 historic houses. Remember, this is the city known for the Fountain of Youth, so be sure to see the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park where
visitors can drink from the spring. Next, head south to Lake Wales, which has an ‘old Florida” vibe and is one of the most scenic areas in the state. Known for its cypress trees, citrus groves and abundance of freshwater lakes, Lake Wales can’t be missed! Enjoy the history of these towns and don’t miss Highlands State Park for hiking, biking, birding and a variety of rare and native plants.
Sebring has undergone a major restoration of its historic downtown. There is a lot to see and do, particularly if you are a history buff. Sebring was founded in 1912 by Ohio pottery manufacturer George E. Sebring and is now designated as a 1920’s Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places. Known as “The City on the Circle” because of its design
which is based on the ancient Egyptian city of Heliopolis. With a circular park, all roads radiate from there which makes Sebring very distinctive.
Lake Placid was founded in 1927 and has two nicknames: the “Town of Murals” and “The Caladium Capital of the World”. It is known for its art scene with over 50 murals throughout the town, it is a sight to behold. Some of the murals are as large as 175 feet
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wide and 30 feet tall and depict the town’s history including the town’s Native American heritage. There is also the Historical Society Depot Museum located in the original railroad depot. And don’t miss the interesting boutiques and restaurants in the downtown area.
Avon Park is known as the “City of Charm” because of its historic downtown and small town feel. It was founded in 1886 and is the oldest town in the region, It was named after Stratford-upon-Avon, England. Visit the Avon Park Depot Museum and the Museum of Florida Arts and Culture. Babe Ruth and Clark Gable stayed at the historic Hotel Jacarinda downtown.
