WHEREUPARTY APRIL 2018

AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR MOVIES

POLYAMORY LIFE DATING DO’S AND DON’TS FOR DUDES! LIFE

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PIRATEFEST SETS SAIL

APRIL 13-14 2018!

Presented by Pepsi and Minges Bottling Group!

Swashbucklers of all ages will converge on the banks of the Tar River, a pirate's paradise located in Uptown Greenville on April 13-14th, 2018. Returning for its 12th year, the festival will kick off Friday, April 13th with a free concert, tons of costumed pirates, street food vendors and a carnival. On Saturday, the festival expands along Evans Street, taking over eight city blocks. Featuring fine arts for sale, live music stages, BMX, beer and wine garden, sword fighting, a pirate encampment and much more, there will be plenty of piratical happenings for the whole family.

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MOVIES

AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR

ON THEATERS April 27, 2018

Iron Man, Thor, the Hulk and the rest of the Avengers unite to battle their most powerful enemy yet -- the evil Thanos. On a mission to collect all six Infinity Stones, Thanos plans to use the artifacts to inflict his twisted will on reality. The fate of the planet and existence itself has never been more uncertain as everything the Avengers have fought for has led up to this moment.

Release date: April 27, 2018 (USA) Directors: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo Based on: The Avengers; by: Stan Lee; Jack Kirby

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LIFE

POLYAMORY

Is there really a problem having two or more partners at the same time?

BY JUNIOUS “MICROWAVE” SMITH Does anyone remember reading Archie comics growing up? While I was waiting in line at a Walmart the other day, I picked one up and got nostalgic for a bit. That all-American redhead was Riverdale’s lover boy as far as I was concerned; falling for every cute girl he ran into while juggling two girlfriends: the down-to-Earth Betty Cooper and the snooty Veronica Lodge.

While I was enjoying the digest, a thought crossed my mind: Archie might have had a lot of simp moments, but he was a low-key player.

I mean, he had two girls he loved, fought for his attention and were best friends despite the fact the guy was smashing everything in Riverdale (I’m willing to bet 2Pac wrote “I Get Around” as a dedication to Mr. Andrews.)

Polyamory is a crazy thing. For those who don’t know what that means, it’s when one is involved in more than one serious relationship with all parties knowing the situation. It’s similar to being a swinger, but with that most don’t fall in love with what is usually a one-night stand.

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Fast forward to the present day. When we were kids, we never really paid too much attention to what Archie did. Yet, quite a few people will get into a simple monogamous relationship and find a side piece when things get stagnant. The practice is generally frowned upon, but it’s a staple. How many times have we heard a friend (or been the one telling a friend) about how Person A is doing a lousy job keeping the flame lit and Person B comes in and sparks the passion that was lost. Still, it’s done in secrecy...

My opinion: I can’t really say because if I’m trying to get with someone, my focus stays on her. At the same time, my mind can wander toward Plan B (and sometimes C) if things get rocky. Do I cheat physically? No. Mentally? I can be responsible for that...

Can I judge someone with polyamory? Hell no. If I could have two females that love me simultaneously, know the other person and is cool with that? It’s a win. Shoot, I will throw on a Riverdale letterman jacket and stunt. I’m sure the general consensus would as well. At least, until they sit you down and ask you to choose...

Bottom line: I can’t trip on anyone who practices polyamory. If all parties are cool with the situation, go for it. Enjoy the ride if marriage isn’t in your plans. And if it is? I’d read up on Mormonism or something. Didn’t Brigham Young have 70 wives anyway?

Open a ‘barcode scanner’ app on your Smartphone. Point your phones camera at the code and scan.

LIFE

DATING DO’S AND DON’TS FOR DUDES!

BY RANDY MOORE

Dating, like it or not, is a game. And the boys who learn how to play it will fare better with the fairer sex than those who don’t. So you might as well start studying these now.

Dude Dating Rule #1: Ask Her Out Once, and Only Once No matter how desperate you are to be with this woman, do not keep asking her if she’ll reconsider after she’s already said “no,” or even “I’m busy.” If she’s interested, “I’m busy” will quickly become “...but how about next week?” If she’s not, you’re just wasting your time.

Dude Dating Rule #2: Location, Location, Location So you’ve got a hot date and really want to wow her. Instead of trotting her out to some fancy-schmancy restaurant you’ve only read about, take her to one of your favorite hangouts instead.

Think: Where does everybody know your name? Where will you nab the best table? Get greeted by the owner? (If you have no such place, you might consider cultivating one.) At best, she’ll be impressed by your display of social clout. And at least, she’ll know you’re not a total recluse.

Dude Dating Rule #3: Stop Showing Off

Resist the temptation to impress her by throwing around cash, treating her to swanky dinners, buying expensive gifts, or even showering her with too many compliments. Sure, you should do a little of all of those things, but the trick is not to overdo it. Otherwise, how will you know if it’s really you she’s into - not just your wallet or your ego massages.

Dude Dating Rule #4:

Keep Your Pals Out It’s hard enough getting to know each other without inviting your crew into your budding couplehood. You don’t need the pressure of getting the third degree about your intentions from her friends - or worry that she’s learning all kinds of revealing information from your friends (and we guarantee you, she’ll try).

Dude Dating Rule #5:

Put Off Putting on the Moves Yeah, we’re all progressive here and know that hooking up on a first date isn’t a death sentence for a new relationship. That said, we still think the sexual tension of a steamy goodnight kiss (followed with a firm, if longing, goodbye) is so much hotter. It will totally suck at the time, but later you’ll be glad you waited.

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List of entertainment venues, Restaurants, and nightclubs

■ TAVERN ON 4TH

110 E 4th Street Greenville, NC

■ DICKINSON AVENUE PUBLIC HOUSE 703 Dickinson Ave, Greenville, NC 27834 (252) 689-6388

■ RAFTERS

420 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC 27858

■ 5TH STREET DISTILLERY

120 East 5th Street, Greenville, NC (252) 757-3034

■ CHICO’S

521 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC (252) 757-1666 www.chicosrestaurant.com

■ CLUB 519

519 Cotanche Street, Greenville, NC (252) 752-4313

■ THE WAY

218 E. 5th Street Greenville, NC (252) 689-6750

■ PANTANA BOB’S

513 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC (252) 757-3778

■ STILLLIFE

511 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC (252) 329-9991

■ SUP DOGS

■ A.J. MCMURPHY’S

1914 Turnbury Drive Greenville, NC (252) 355-7956 www.ajmcmurphys.com

■ HOOTERS

316 Greenville Blvd SW Greenville, NC (252) 353-5995 www.hooters.com

■ CROSSBONES TAVERN

114 E 5th St, Greenville. NC (252) 689-6199

■ GRUMPY’S

111 East 5th Street Greenville, NC (252) 758-2774

■ TROLLINGWOOD TAPROOM

& BREWERY 707 Dickinson Ave, Greenville, NC (252) 210-6295

■ TAPPED

650 E Fire Tower Rd, Winterville, NC (252) 689-6455

■ CRAVE

409 Evans St, Greenville, NC (252) 413-0087

213 East 5th Street Greenville, NC (252) 752-7682 www.supdogs.com

■ FIRE

■ BUFFALO WILD WINGS

■ UPTOWN BREWING COMPANY

426 E Arlington Blvd Greenville, NC (252) 758-9191

■ TIE

BREAKERS

1920 B Smythewyck Dr. Greenville, NC (252) 439-0555

■ BUCCANEER MUSIC HALL

2120 East Fire Tower Road Greenville, NC (252) 756-8474

AMERICAN TAVERN

113 E 5th St, Greenville, NC (252) 565-7333

418 Evans St, Greenville, NC (252) 671-2633

■ THE BLACKENED KRAKEN

123 E 5th St Greenville, NC (252) 215-8822

■ PITT STREET BREWING COMPANY

630 S Pitt St Greenville, North Carolina (252) 227-4151