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News>> Wilmington has joined a handful of North Carolina cities to call for the repeal of House Bill 2, after more than 200 people packed city hall on Tuesday, April 19.

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NEWS>>live local

live local, live small: The ongoing ordeal with BCBSNC

Actually, on March 9, WNCN.com news reported the National Association of Insurance Commissioners had reopened 70 cases regarding BCBS enrollment and billing problems.

On April 6 the Associated Press reported, “The chief operating officer of NC’s largest health insurer has quit, months after about 25,000 customers couldn’t enroll, were charged incorrect amounts for insurance, or couldn’t get cards to show they had coverage.”

by: gwenyfar rohler

TRY AGAIN: Gwenyfar Rowler is one of thousands of North Carolinians who’ve had to deal with BSBSNC enrollment issues. NCDI website image.

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s it time for Hilda to have a bath?”

Jock asked hopefully. I nodded and confirmed both she and Horace were scheduled to go to Von Barkee’s on Friday.

“Not today?” he hinted. I shook my head and mumbled something about giving her leg a few extra days to heal.

“I mean, it has been four months since she had a bath—are you really going to notice three more days?” I asked.

Jock commented he was just happy there was a bath scheduled. He was, but Horace was definitely not.

For readers just joining us, Hilda—the furry love-light of a canine who has me completely wrapped around her paw—had a car accident just before Christmas. We rushed her to Eastern Carolina Veterinary Referral Animal Hospital, where in spite of my hysterics and poor decision-making skills, Dr. Ned Williams saved her life and her leg. I truly have no doubt that had we not wound up there, the best-case scenario would be her missing a leg right now. Best. Case. But the gods were on her side, and thanks to Dr. Williams and the staff, Hilda has her life and all four feet in working order. Sure, it took pins and metal

rods holding her bone back together, which meant an open wound having to be fragilely cared for. Which also meant: She couldn’t be submerged in water. Thus, everyone is ready for her to have a bath. Except Horace, because that means he has to have one, too.

When we began the odyssey of Hilda’s leg, Jock and I were in the process of picking out health insurance plans. Hands down, Hilda’s medical care has been top notch—and we have definitely paid for it. There was no question about rearranging financial plans to make meeting her needs top priority. In the meantime, I have been caught in the insane cyclone of life with Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC. In the winter BCBSNC sent me a notice that, even though I had one doctor visit last year and one prescription for antibiotics filled, they were going to raise my monthly premiums by over $150. That is absurd, and there is no defensible reason for this. Quire frankly, I do not have an extra $2,000 a year hanging around to give to BCBS. So we started looking at different plans to change it to something that would cover hospitalization, which is the big fear.

After sorting through my parents’ medical bills from their illnesses last year, I now fully understand just how terrifying insurance bill-

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ing situations can be. So we picked a plan and applied for it, received confirmation of it, and was told I would receive my first bill in January.

By the middle of January, I had not received any further communication from BCBSNC. I preemptively sent them a check and letter of explanation to make sure the policy premium was paid. The same again in February. Finally, in March I got a bill—and of course it was incorrect in every way. After approximately 18 hours on the phone—most spent on hold, spread out over a week—I received confirmation (verbally) on my insurance policy. They said if I sent in the bill I received in the mail with a check, everything would move forward as it should. Clearly, I am not singled out for this experience if this is the front page of the NC Department of Insurance website: “BCBSNC ENROLLMENT ISSUES: The Department of Insurance has been in close contact with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina since we learned of the problems it is having with processing enrollments and payments. Our highest priority is to ensure people who are in need of urgent medical services receive immediate attention from the company. We continue to monitor the progress they are making with their call volume and systems...”

While the BCBS tornado spun and daily life focused primarily on Hilda, Jock and I were aware of another medical concern: our doctor of choice was considering moving his office. For the last decade Doug Dixon has dispensed medical care from a restored house on Market Street with the help of his aide-decamp, Sean, and his therapy dogs (first Jesse, now Willy). Thankfully, Dr. Doug decided to restore the house and not move the practice— because downtown needs a thoughtful, caring doctor. Last weekend I found myself painting trim in one his exam rooms with him. He kindly saw to an emergency on my part, and I was beside myself with gratitude to have someone take me seriously and put my health and safety first, which Dr. Dixon has done. Rather than force myself through a labyrinth of paperwork before I get 5 minutes with someone who doesn’t know my name, I chatted with Willy, got a look at all the beautiful upgrades he and the staff made to the building, and reminded myself again how much I like going there on rare occasions I admit I need help.

So imagine my shock—after having paid BCBS repeatedly for insurance they promised—to get a call the following day saying they weren’t paying for my visit. Apparently, they said I didn’t have a policy with them. I was apoplectic. Really? After almost $5,000 this year alone, I don’t have a policy? Let me translate that into English: Theft. That is called theft—taking money under false pretenses and not delivering the promised product.

Another four hours on the phone, and still I did not appear to have insurance from what I could tell. To be blunt, what angers me most is I have tried at every turn to pay for insurance and do all the adult things to make this happen. Yet, they act as if I am in the wrong.

I am preparing myself to lose another entire business day to this fiasco. Though it is both comforting and terrifying to know I share the problem with several thousand fellow North Carolinians, I realize I am incredibly lucky because I have a relationship with a doctor who puts humanity and care first. Thank you, Dr. Dixon.

Perhaps one day BCBS can get it together, and we can say that everyone gets healthcare as good as Hilda.

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NEWS>>op-ed

ILM Stands Against HB2: Wilmington City Council calls for the repeal of House Bill 2

by: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

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oes anyone actually support HB2?” a woman asked her husband as we lined the walls of City Hall on Tues., April 19, as folks packed in like sardines in a can. They carried signs reading “Repeal HB2,” “Flush HB2” and “First in Flight, Last in Leadership.” More than 200 people were there to “Pack the Chamber” against House Bill 2, which set a statewide definition of classes of people protected from discrimination—excluding members of the LGBT community and citizens with disabilities— strips away anti-discrimination laws set by local municipalities;, and prevents a city or county from setting a minimum wage standard for private employers.

we certainly have the right to enact them.”

Denny Best took the floor with sentiments from Martin Niemöller’s “First They Came for the Socialists,” and highlighted the poet’s complacency in Nazi-occupied Germany until it was too late.

“Now, today in this nation—and, yes, this state—we face a growing sector of hatred and intolerance that’s raising its ugly head,” Best continued. “It behooves us to hear the words of Martin through the decades to speak up and find our voices.

Not to sit back and say we’re not the people they’re coming for.”

Sandra Leigh followed from an educator’s standpoint, and cited HB2’s exacerbation of existing problems within stressed school systems, employees and students.

Leigh has more than 40 years clocked in Though she wasn’t asking me, I respond- as a teacher and said NC’s schools are ed, “Just visit Pat McCrory’s Facebook among the lowest in funding, teacher pay page; supporters of him and his bill are and teacher moral. there.” Nevertheless, none of those enthu“In its narrow definition of ‘protected citisiasts and HB2 defenders seemed to be at zens,’ [HB2] omits not just sexual orientathe Wilmington City Council meeting. tion, but also homeless, free and reduced The last city council meeting where the lunch, migrants, military status and other chamber was overflowing with Wilmington groups who have been previously protectcitizens was July 21. Folks were there to ed by this state,” she explained. “It specifisupport the passing of R1: Resolution in cally prohibits a school board from acting Opposition to Seismic Testing and Offshore on its own to protect those non-included Drilling Activities off of the NC Coast— students and families. It ends any rights of any individual to appeal these discriminawhich it did, unanimously, in a 6-0 vote. tory practices in state courts.”

Ed Adams stood by as crowds settled Leigh went on to remind council memwhere they could. Though he didn’t go up bers HB2 could cost schools billions of to the podium last Tuesday, he was one organizer behind the citizenry turnout. dollars in the withdrawal of federal monies When he and his partner of 24 years, Jeff for not complying with federal protection Mills, found out about HB2 they were in- laws—of which encore’s Live Local colstantly outraged by the “NCGA’s Trojan umnist, Gwenyfar Rohler, detailed in the April 20 issue. horse.” “‘Appalled’ is the operative reaction,” he clarified. “As we see municipalities in NC struggling to understand the bill and being lied to, or misinformed by the governor, we know our community and others are about to suffer huge reversals of rights.”

From Adams’ perspective, LGBT rights have never been worth much in NC, with no written protections to prevent citizens from being fired just for being gay. The passing of HB2 was another nail in a coffin. “Passing a resolution should mean that our city council and mayor have control of our community,” Adams said, “and that, if in the future, we decide a better set of nondiscrimination policies are warranted and more fairly suited for Wilmington,

The president of the local NAACP chapter, Deborah Maxwell, condemned HB2 as “Hate Bill 2” and was followed by Equality NC chair Ryan Lee Burris and local LGBT advocate TR Nunley. As a transgender male, Nunley said HB2 puts him in danger as well as trans individuals across NC. “They were afraid before, but now they’re even more afraid,” he said. “You know, if I go into a men’s room nobody’s going to question me—because that’s not really something that guys do, but you take people like me who present as male going into a female restroom, I’m in danger. Maybe not by that woman but maybe the husband or father of a little girl. In fact, one of my coworkers said, ‘You know

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PACKED HOUSE: Hundreds turned out to support Wilmington City Council’s passing of a resolution asking the NCGA to rescind HB2. Photo

by Anna Mann.

if my daughter went into a restroom and she was taking too long, and I saw you come out, I would think that something happened to her.’”

After Nunley’s departure from the podium, Mayor Bill Saffo began to read the council’s Resolution in Support of Local Government Authorities and Request to Rescind Session Law 2016-3 House Bill 2 and concluded: “Let it be resolved that the City of Wilmington reaffirms its support of diversity and inclusion and the ability of local government officials to protect and advance these ideals, and respectively request that the North Carolina General Assembly rescind House Bill 2 during the 2016 legislative short session.”

The council then passed the resolution with a unanimous 6-0 vote in the midst of a nonstop, roaring standing ovation. The vote added Wilmington to a growing list of NC cities (Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Durham, Greensboro, Hillsborough, Nags Head, and Raleigh) to pass similar resolutions.

Also worth noting: Preceding the resolution on April 19 were proclamations naming April 18-23 as Relay for Life Week and naming April 28-May 1 as YWCA Stand Against Racism Week. As well, the

city council was presented the Annual Tree Award by the Wilmington Tree Commission, and ILM’s 13th Tree City USA Award by the NC Forest Service. The same citizens there to support the rights of their LGTB neighbors were as engaged and active in praising all decisions and efforts made by Wilmington City Council to improve and protect the quality of life for everyone in ILM. As of press on Mon., April 25, four members of NC’s House of Representatives filed House Bill 946 to repeal HB2, as well as called for $545,000 for the state Human Relations Commission operations.

House Reps. Darren Jackson, D-Wake, Graig Meyer, D-Orange, Susi Hamilton, D-New Hanover, and Grier Martin, DWake, released a statement on Sun., April 24: “The damage to NC’s economy has been swift exponentially. House Bill NC citizens and it is bad nesses.”

reputation and and is growing 2 is bad for all for all NC busi-

If passed, House Bill 946 would retroactively take effect on March 23—the same day HB2 was approved and signed into law.

Anyone interested in watching April 19’s meeting in its entirety can log on to www. wilmingtonnc.gov/city_council.

sexual approaches and commentaries were impeding legislative business.

Awesome Governments!

The Internet’s Promise Fulfilled (for Men, Anyway)

Japan’s Tenga toy company appears to be first on the market with a virtual reality bodysuit (for use with the Oculus Rift “Sexy Beach Premium Resort” 3-D game) containing a genital stimulator and the sensation of “groping” breasts — sending “impulses all over the wearer’s body to make it feel like another human being is touching them,” according to one reviewer (who expressed dismay that the bodysuit might put sex workers out of business).

Said Tenga’s CEO, “In the future, the virtual real will become more real than actual real sex.” Because of societal pressures, women are expected to be a less-robust market for the device than men.

Grown-Ups

— In March, one District of Columbia

government administrative law judge was charged with misdemeanor assault on another. Judge Sharon Goodie said she wanted to give Judge Joan Davenport some files, but Davenport, in her office, would not answer the door. Goodie said once the door finally opened, an enraged Davenport allegedly “lunged” at her, “aiming” her thrust at Goodie’s neck.

— Tennessee state Rep. Jeremy Durham has such a reputation as a “dog” around women working at the capitol that the house speaker issued a directive in April relocating Durham’s office to a less-populated building across the street. Further, Durham is allowed access only to certain legislative meetings and to certain staff (i.e., no free-ranging among female staff members). After interviewing 34 people, the state attorney general said he believed that Rep. Durham’s unwanted

(1) Chinese courts (according to figures reported by Amnesty International in March) dispense justice so skillfully that more than 99.9 percent of cases result in convictions (1,039 acquittals in 1.2 million cases last year). (2) During its first 33 years (through 2012), the U.S. government’s applications for secret search warrants to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court have been approved all but 11 times out of 33,900 cases. (FISC defenders say that is because all requests are finely honed by guidance from the judges, but of course, both the Chinese and U.S. numbers, and reasoning, are, by designation, unverifiable.)

Leading Economic Indicators

— “Who’s a Good Dog?”/”Yes, You Are”: Some are just blessed with doggy charisma, say owners who showcase their pet’s charm on “personal” social media accounts, and now specialized marketers scour those sources to match the most popular pooches with advertisers seeking just the right four-legged companion for their image. As The Wall Street Journal reported in April, entrepreneurial dog owners have rushed to create popular Instagram accounts and Facebook posts (and now,

even to put their photogenic pups on a live-streaming app called Waggle) to catch agents’ eyes (and, they hope, lead to fourand five-figure paydays from such advertisers as Nikon, PetSmart, Residence Inn and Heinz).

— New Jersey is a big state, but when just one man decided to move away, the state legislature’s budget office director warned that the loss of that man’s taxes might lead to state revenue problems.

Billionaire hedge-fund manager David Tepper evidently pays a bundle, and the budget office director pointed out that the state’s reliance on personal income taxes means that even a 1 percent drop in anticipated tax could create a gap of $140 million under forecasts.

— Among the names chosen for Internet start-up ventures (although — face it — the more sensible names are already taken): Houzz (home design and remodeling), Kabam (online interactive game company, formerly “Watercooler Inc.”), Klarna (e-commerce company that pays the store for your purchases and then collects from you), MuleSoft (makes software to integrate applications) and Kabbage (makes small-business loans online). Wired magazine reported in February that those ventures, and two dozen other inexplicably named startups, are all “unicorns” — with investors pledging at least $1 billion to each one.

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Tracksuits and Tree Thuggers: Fletcher’s Grove is bringing Appalachian jam rock to The Calico Room

encore (e): First, let’s start off with your definition of “Appalachian jam rock.” What are the influences and inspirations you guys draw from in your music?

by: shannon rae gentry

Tommy Bailey (TB): We’re all from the mountain state, and our singer Ryan loves folk music as well as Appalachian culture.

He’s very into history and writes a lot of songs about West Virginia culture, such as “Faces of the Mine” about the West Virginia mine disaster that took several lives (including a young man I went to school with and knew), as well as “Deckers Creek” about someone making moonshine out of a polluted creek in Morgantown.

On the other hand, our guitarist, Wes, got his masters in jazz guitar and brings jazz, funk [and] hip-hop influences to the table. e: What are the rest of your musical backgrounds?

TB: I played drums and sax at a young age, toured with a punk-rock Celtics band (The Gentlemen), played bass in college, and marched in the [West Virginia University] drum line.

Matt excelled in show choir along with Ryan in high school. Taylor has just played bass with the group. e: Tracksuits and old-time Western outfits are not what folks typically think of when they think jam bands.

Tell us about Fletcher’s overall personality and how it’s reflected in the music and onstage?

MOUNTAIN JAM: Originally forged in Morgantown, West Virginia, Fletcher’s Grove is touring with their brand of Appalachian jam rock and will play a free show at The Calico Room in downtown Wilmington on Friday, April 29. Courtesy photo.

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hen the guys of Fletcher’s Grove originally formed in high school in their hometown of Morgantown, WV, they started off by bringing together unlikely musical bedfellows: the sounds of Appalachia and jam rock.

Since forming in 2006, the group has undergone changes in the lineup. They went through a few drummers before Tommy Bailey joined, and percussionist Matt Marion most recently parted ways this year.

with Bailey, Ryan Krofcheck (rhythm guitar, vocals), Wes Hager (lead guitar, flute), and Taylor Pratt on bass. Fletcher’s Grove has settled into a groove touring across festival circuits and venues, with an upcoming stop in ILM at The Calico Room (107 S. Front St.) on April 29.

Their most current album, “Appalachian Reaction,” was released back in January 2013. One of the songs, “Pepperoni Pizza,” was recorded in Tommy Bailey’s Riot City Studios in MorganNow the group will remain a four-piece town, WV, where they all met. Bailey un-

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officially started Riot City with his brother in high school but have been operating seriously for almost a decade now.

They’ve recorded most top-tier West Virginia bands, including Baltimore/DC jam band Litz.

Now Fletcher’s Grove is working on new material in Riot City and testing some songs out on the road. encore had a chance to chat with Bailey about their brand of Appalachian jam rock, tracksuits and country Western attire, as well as what’s to come.

TB: [laughs] So, Wes (our jazzy guitarist) wears tracksuits when we play. Not sure if anyone really knows why, but he has quite the collection and really enjoys them. Ryan is the guy that lives Appalachian stuff and folk music in the band. He bought that shirt [main photo] at a store on tour in Colorado! e: Songs like “Top of the Hill” and “Faces of the Mine” sound like the Grateful Dead in overdrive. The tempo is much faster. Then, as we get into tunes like “Push,” there’s a slower funk beat. What’s the process like coming up with overall rhythms and beats? Is there a lot of improvisation traditional of “jam bands” or is it more calculated?

TB: We have different songwriters in the band. . . . Ryan [and] Wes mostly for the

folk and disco respectively. Taylor writes some as well. Taylor wrote “Push” and is a huge Les Claypool fanatic. “Faces” and Top of the Hill” was written by Ryan, who has a huge Grateful Dead and folk influence. Usually, our songwriters bring the riffs to the table and direct how that song will be played entirely. It’s a good time to check your ego at the door. e: How does the music change, grow or develop on the road? As you play more festivals and shows with other seasoned bands, what are you taking away musically or personally from each experience?

TB: This is huge, for me at least. Seeing all the great bands we play with from all over the East Coast is a great learning tool. I don’t think our songs change much but it changes my drumming and how I look and act onstage as well.

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how I visually look while I play, techniquewise. Great drummers look effortless and smooth, so I’ve been changing my technique to match. Playing less notes and with better dynamics.

Evan Lintz [of the Jenny Wilson Trio] definitely rubs off on me, and I’ve been watching a lot of Adam Deitch [of bands Lettuce and Break Science]. I love Lettuce and he’s one of my favorite drummers right now. I met him when we played “the Ville” [music festival] in Ohio and he was a cool guy as well. e: “Gator Tales” has a very specific vibe from the music, lyrics and tone that paint a picture. How do the lyrics and instrumentals come together to tell the story in a song?

TB: Usually, our songwriters bring the lyrics to the table already, but it can be a collaborative effort as well. We’ve been sending lyrics back and forth . . . for one of our new songs we’re writing, “Tree Thugger.” It’s about the lifestyle of a lot of our friends and festival-goers, and the lifestyle that is associated with our genre.

We’re not judging, we love to party. But how deep will you take it? I think the song poses the honest question: Is it OK? Is it the best thing to do? e: “Appalachian Reaction” came out in 2013; have you been working on a new album or project? If so, what can you tell us about it? When can folks expect it to come out?

TB: We have! We’re actually fighting the trend and working on a concept album right now. We’ll be playing some songs on tour and hopefully will start recording at my studio, Riot City Studios, soon. Due out in 2016. We’re taking our time with this one and I know we’re going to be very proud of it. [Along with] “Tree Thugger,” there’s another called “Straight to the

Moon.” We hope a side-effect of this project will raise awareness of the drug epidemic, which is especially prevalent in our home state of West Virginia. This album poses questions about that lifestyle that I think everyone, no matter how much experience you have with drug use, will be able to relate to.

The album is not specifically about drug use, though. It is somewhat open to interpretation and can mean a lot of things and really digs down to the most fundamental question: Is it good or bad? Ask that question about the decisions you make, about your habits, about your life.

Now we just need to tweak some of these chord progressions and we hope to have a powerful message.

Catch Fletcher’s Grove at The Calico Room in downtown Wilmington on April 29. Find more of the band’s Appalachian jam rock at www.fletchersgrove.com.

Details:

Fletcher’s Grove

Friday, April 29, 9 p.m.

The Calico Room • 107 S. Front St. Free

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IN MEMORIAM:

Remembering local musician and free-spirit Ben Privott

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ton, and they opened for us in Raleigh.

by: Shea carver

ast week the Wilmington community senselessly lost a stalwart on the music scene—a kind, selfless, audacious man, who was revered and loved by so many.

Ben Privott—master of the keys, player of the drums, known for his joie de vivre for life—was taken from this world at a mere 39 years old.

Rather than focus on the details of which this lovely human passed, we at encore felt it necessary to pay tribute to his full and giving life, as shared by his friends and family. Ben impacted many in positive ways with his talent, graciousness and joyful spirit. Our thoughts go to his family and his fiancée, Sarah Rushing—local artist and curator for Wilma Daniels Gallery at CFCC. Privott’s funeral will be held in Goldsboro this week. However, a group of local musicians will hold a tribute in his honor on Sunday, 4 p.m., at Satellite Bar and Lounge, in lieu of the venue’s normal bluegrass night. It’s a family affair, and open to all who wish to share stories, smiles and spread the love.

Lincoln Morris, Wilmington, NC

This feels way to soon. I am still in shock and denial, and I know many more things will come to me in the next few months. But the first time I met Ben was when I engineered the Pale Rider album. At first meeting, he seemed very reserved. He was painting houses full time and driving to Goldsboro almost every evening to care for his father who had a stroke. He somehow also found time to do P90 everyday and write a whole album’s worth of deep, touching and emotional songs about his father. He had a great band of very talented musicians who all seemed to respect and love him. They called him “Colonel,” which I thought was very fitting.

We spent a few months recording and mixing what was an absolute labor of love for him.

One day, it was just the two of us in the studio, and he wanted to overdub a synth solo on one of the tunes. His first take was brilliant, loose and harmonically interesting. He insisted on doing it again and again. He ended up playing those 32 bars 47 times—47 times! Forty-six takes would have sounded perfect to anyone but him. I watched him work through every take like it was therapy. They got tight and mechanical, but by the 47th take it had loosened up again. Whatever he went through during those two hours, while struggling to find the right feel and melody, still fascinates me to this day. He knew what he wanted and didn’t quit until he heard it.

A few years later when he joined Onward, Soldiers I was excited to learn from and play with him. His playing was entirely unique. He

For the 30th birthday gig, I was without question the rustiest, least-talented musician onstage, but no one cared. These guys donated their time learning a few tunes, making the trip, hauling the gear, all to celebrate my birthday— for which I was incredibly grateful. Now, all the more so with Ben’s passing.

Ben’s father had been ill, and there was a chance he may have to head home and not actually make the show. We all understood yet were glad when things were stable enough for him to hang in and play with the usual tenacity and good vibes he omitted every time he took the stage or performed anywhere, anytime. All being in different locations, the only rehearsal opportunity as a full band was the day of the show. After running through the six to eight songs, we felt good enough to pack up for loadin. Ben offered extra space in his car; along with his keyboards went a huge amplifier, one that I’m pretty sure wasn’t part of his setup. As he started to drive off, the amp shifted backward LET LOVE SHINE ON: Ben Privott and his fiancée, Sarah Rushing, with their pup, Lucy. Photo courtesy and shattered his rear window, leaving all of us with jaws dropped and feeling terrible (espeof Kathryn Cloniger-Kirk cially given the weight on him from his father’s health). Nevertheless, Ben powered through it played big, open, inverted chords that you loan him my copy of the book “Behold a Pale and made light of it in a typically Ben fashion. could drive a harmonic bus through. He was Horse” (a book about aliens and the Illuminati).

He went on to play an incredible show. such a talented man and ego-free. He put pres- I have yet to have anyone top those payment Ben insisted we take the stage as Space sure on himself to be as good as he could and terms, and I don’t think I ever will.

Mullet, a band name he never officially used never expected anyone to notice.

I always will remember Ben’s enthusiasm, or maybe pulled out for special occasions.

I can’t believe he is gone. I feel like I am in kindness, and his love and passion for muIrrespective of the origin, I saw it as a badge sic.

I saw the Radiohead lyric from “It Might the first few takes of a Ben Privott overdub sesof honor that we wore proudly and that we sion. I’m not sure how it will resolve, but I know Be Wrong” pop up on Twitter the evening hoped to take into having the same group of his passing: “Open up, begin again/let’s if I put my head down and keep playing I might reassemble for my 40th birthday coming up have a chance at having it make sense. Right go down the waterfall/think about the good next year. Ike and I started compiling tunes. times and never look back...”

I interpret the now, it doesn’t. Heartbroken. reference as to someone passing. As they Getting Bill down from up north seemed like Steve Mousseau, Wilmington, NC pass away, they gain a new perspective the hardest thing about getting the lineup toI first met Ben when he was playing with Pale on how the things they did in their lifetime gether—that is until now.

Rider. My band, Great Zeus’ Beard, would play The Whiskey or Palm Room with them. I got to know Ben even more over the years since my bandmates in Flannel Rebellion and Black Mantis also played with him in the Bibis Ellison band. Our conversations would always be about various bands we were listening to at the time (White Denim, Golden Void, Tame Impala, The Fling, Epic Ruins, etc.). It was a game to see if either of us had yet to hear a certain song, or know about a new band yet.

Ben helped me paint the interior of my house as I scrambled to get ready to host a wedding party back in 2011. When I tried to pay him, he insisted I consider it his wedding gift—that he would not accept any payment. After several minutes of comical negotiations, we ended up agreeing on the following: a very small amount of cash, an unused wet suit that I did not want anymore (which I don’t even think ended up fitting him in the long run), some mix CDs, and to

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mattered, and how their life did indeed have meaning—even if they doubted it at times.

Most importantly is that even though they leave this place, and their mortal life behind, they can always look back on all those good times they had while they were here.

Holton Wilkerson, Raleigh, NC

For my 30th birthday in December ‘07, my wife threw a party at the Pour House Music Hall in downtown Raleigh. The “supergroup” I humbly requested to join me for handpicked obscure cover tunes included Ben on the keys, his former Creekside bandmates Ryan “Ike” Griffin on bass, and Bill Balistreri on lead guitar. Rounding out the group was drummer Mike Rosado, my old bandmate in Fuz that, similar to a previous band Bolweevil, did co-bills with Creekside. Those bands had a brothers-in-arms companion band thing with Ben and company, going for several years. We opened for them in Wilming-

Ben’s legacy will live on in so many of us.

This musical memory has offered a bit of solace in these sad days since his passing. I can only hope these many memories are doing the same for his fiancée, closest friends and family.

A couple of years ago, we happened to run into Ben at a restaurant he was managing at the time. Hugs and talks of old times ensued, and he grabbed a copy of the latest Pale Rider CD that he proudly offered us to take home. Notso-ironically, yesterday, I happened upon that disc, sitting atop the piano in our house where my daughter (6) now practices in between lessons. I know Ben would be proud!

May God bless and watch over you, Ben. Until next we meet…

Taylor Hamilton, Wilmington, NC

Ben was one of the first friendly faces I met in Wilmington. I worked at Tower 7 when it was still near the college. He was a regular there.

He would sit and eat his veggie quesadilla and talk with me. It was so nice to have someone so nice say, “Hey, Taylor!” when I felt like a stranger in a brand new town. Over a decade later hearing the same, “Hey, Taylor!” from my friend with the friendly face still brightened my heart.

Bibis Ellison, Wilmington, NC

I was fairly new to Wilmington when I met Ben. My band needed a new piano player and Alecia Mitchell (previous owner of The Whiskey) recommended Ben. We all immediately clicked. Ben introduced me to good people and good music. In fact, he changed the course of our cover band in a way I will always be grateful for.

Radiohead is one of my favorite bands of all time (and Ben’s). At rehearsal one night, I mentioned the song “Weird Fishes” and how it had been stuck in my head. Ben was stoked and suggested we learn it. I was initially worried how it would be received by our audience, but the first night we played it, the crowd went nuts.

I remember watching Ben tilt his head back and close his eyes. He was so into the music it was contagious, and we played one of our greatest sets that night.

Most importantly, Ben was one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. He was inspiring and talented and just a wonderful person. My band is a family and his loss is a huge blow. We will miss him greatly. His family is in our thoughts.

Jesse Jewell, Wilmington, NC

Ben Privott was probably one of the sweetest men I have known in my life. He was just a pleasure to be around in any situation. I never saw him get angry. I never heard him raise his voice. He was never afraid to be goofy, but he was a true intellectual. You could always tell that Ben loved you.

Over the short few years I got to enjoy Ben’s friendship, we had all sorts of fun. We played in No Dollar $hoes, we recorded music, we worked together, and we just enjoyed each others’ company. We made lots of memories, but this sticks with me: Mine and my wife Tiffany’s son, Cassius, adored Ben. Cassius thought Ben was the best at everything. One time Ben invited us over to

his neighborhood to go skate on a beat-up old half-pipe. Ben was taking up skateboarding later in life than most, but our son was super impressed with his moves. It was, no doubt, Ben’s charisma and love for kids that Cassius was seeing. Even through the eyes of a child, Ben stood out as the gentle human that we all loved. Ben Privott was a great friend. We loved him, and the world is a worse place without him.

Benji Smith, Greensboro, NC

When No Dollar $hoes was trying out drummers, we hadn’t had any that really clicked with us—which was probably in part that we were an acoustic group with little drummer experience.

The day that Ben came to try out, he showed up covered in paint, which he was most of the time. As soon as we started to play it was like he had been a part of the band since the beginning. I think this happened because he was such an amazing musician on all fronts; if it made music, Ben could play it. We quickly, and happily took him on as our newest member.

So Ben had an enormous appetite for such a skinny guy. At the majority of our gigs, he would show up, set up his drums, do a sound check, and disappear. The next time we’d see him, he’d be sitting at the drums five minutes before we were supposed to start, eating take-out food.

I remember at a private gig we needed an extra mic cord and Ben went to his car to find one. He recently spilled a bucket of paint in the back and the mic cord was plastered to his car with it. We pulled it up, covered with white paint, including blue carpet fiber from the back of his car. There was never a need to mark it as “Ben’s mic cord.”

At a lot of gigs, Ben would show up ready to go and start setting up and would find he forgot his drum sticks, a stand, or his cymbals— sometimes even a drum. Ben was a hardworking guy and most of the time would just be arriving from work. Most of those gigs would have an acoustic intro while Ben was driving across town to get whatever element was missing from his kit.

He was such an easy-going, happy, exultant person. Being around him gave you the same feeling. We will all miss him greatly.

Sean Thomas Gerard, Wilmington, NC I’d like to share a story that shows what kind of person Ben was. My wife and I were going to Sweet n Savory to have breakfast one morning. Ben was there in line, asked if we wanted to eat with him, and we took a seat at the bar together. He was there to say goodbye to a friend who was working her last shift there. She was surprised to see him, and said he hadn’t been in for a long time. He just wanted to wish her good luck and say goodbye. He had mentioned how proud he was that she was graduating and getting a real job. I imagine he did things like this all the time, without almost anyone knowing. He was always doing the right thing. He treated everyone like a best friend.

Recently, Ben and I recorded a song about his dad’s death—we were putting the finishing touches on it at Hourglass Studios. Of everything I’ve heard him sing, this was by far the most beautiful. When he approached me about singing on it with him, I asked if he was putting out a new album. His response was, “No—just this song. I’d like to put all my focus into just this one song for now.” When you hear it, you’ll know he did. What is the most touching is the chorus. It’s him singing to his dad, “I can fly, you can fly, we can fly/They say you want to run/I’ll teach you how to fly/in any kind of weather/Before you say goodbye/just give me a little more time/I hope that you’ll feel better.” Trent is going to finish the mixing and we’re hoping to release the song in Ben’s honor, with the blessing of Sarah and his family. It’s his masterpiece.

Bethanne W. Tobey, Raleigh, NC

There are many fond and silly memories I have of Ben, but I would like to tell you about the jellyfish costume on our trip to NYC quite a few years back. My friend Shannon Clark, Ben and I traveled to Brooklyn to visit Josh Novicki and Gena Guthrie (née Walker). It was Halloween weekend, and Ben had been talking about his jellyfish costume for quite some time. He was very excited in his typical Ben way. And by this, I mean it’s all he talked incessantly about it. The costume was a white umbrella with a shower curtain cut into strips, and then he got some battery-operated color lights to put on the inside. That was it. Simple costume. We all had our doubts, poked fun, rolled our eyes en-

dearingly. Well, we ate our words! Little did we know he would be the hit of the club party we attended in Chinatown. Ben had all the ladies wanting to get up in that lighted umbrella and dance with him. Seriously, people were following him around—all for Ben, in his cute little jellyfish costume, in “big bad NYC” (as he would yell in the most dramatic Southern drawl from the window stoop in Brooklyn)!

Anyway, when we got back to Wilmington, I had the pics from the trip developed and fell in love with a candid moment I took of Ben standing outside on a fire escape. It was such a great photo of him; I had it printed and framed to give him. But Ben bugged me tirelessly for the stinking jellyfish photo! What a goober. You can’t even tell it’s him under that umbrella! He hounded me until I sent it to him digitally via Facebook, and it was his profile pic off and on for some time. Man, he loved that costume.

I lived around the corner in Kings Grant and we often saw each other. Whenever I had people over for food and fun, Ben was always a guaranteed show, primarily to eat copious amounts of food and then sneak off. But it always made me happy, ‘cause he was always working so hard and I knew he left with a full belly. That boy never gained weight!

So many wonderful memories of Ben. It’s evident he touched so many people’s lives. I wonder how he ever had the time to spread so much laughter and love! He lived life to its fullest.

Kathy Johnson, Pittsburgh, PA

Being a fan of Ben’s music before I met him made it even more magical to have the privilege of getting to know him through my lovely friend (and his fiancée) Sarah. What a beautiful couple, I thought, when Sarah told me about her new beau, Ben. “Kathy, you have to meet Ben!” she said.

“He lived in Jackson, Wyoming, and I’m sure you have mutual friends!”

Well, our meeting at RX one night was full of wonderful memories of the same friends, restaurants, Teton Village, the Snake River and so many special things about Jackson Hole that captures your heart and holds on forever. We had a bond of such a wonder-

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MAN OF TALENT, MAN OF ADVENTURE: Ben Privott (left) with Scott Chitty, playing piano during childhood. Photo courtesy of Hillary Bunn; Ben Privott rowing across the creek. Photo courtesy of Kathryn Cloniger-Kirk; Ben Privott (far left) and the band Creekside circa 2003. Photo courtesy of Ryan Griffin.

ful time and place in our lives, yet we never crossed paths in Jackson.

Ben always took the time to be a special friend, lend a kind hand and word, and made the sparkle in Sarah’s eyes twinkle with love.

They were like two peas in a pod. He will always remain in my heart. Thank you, Ben, for being such a jewel of a friend!

Hillary Bunn, Raleigh, NC (and all of Ben Privott’s nieces and nephews) We were lucky enough to call Ben “Uncle Ben.” He was the best, most kind, loving, adventurous, yet gentle spirited soul. He was the first to entertain all of his nieces and nephews when we were kids, giving into our pleas and begs to play board games or tag when no one else would. We are flooded with memories from family gatherings: hearing his contagious laugh, weighing himself between first and second helpings at Thanksgiving, seeing how many ounces or pounds he might gain in between...

Somehow he remained as tall and skinny as ever. Our most beautiful memories of Christmastime at Grandma’s always included Ben playing piano in the background. It amazed us how he could sit down and play something beautiful with the snap of a finger.

Our hearts are broken, as a family, that we won’t ever see that again. Ben selflessly loved his family and friends, and he whole-heartedly loved life. We’ll never forget his laugh and the sound of his music filling Grandma’s house with joy. We take heart in knowing Ben lived his days on Earth fully, and is now surely entertaining the crowd in Heaven with an impromptu tune on the piano.

Evan Folds, Wilmington, NC

Ben is a beautiful soul who was a friend from many angles. His music brought joy to many.

His parents are old family friends. He taught my daughter piano. We have a soccer game together next week. I never got that last game of ping-pong. Rest easy, brother. Bless you and

yours. Holding you up in prayers, love and light!

Robby Kelley, Wilmington, NC

I knew Ben shortly after he arrived to town, roughly late 2001 to early 2002. We met at a Waylon Sphere show on the river in downtown Wilmington. I was a band member of a local cover band called Migrant Worker then.

Our drummer, David Daniels, was also at that same show. Ben, at the time, had moved with his band mates from Wyoming to Wilmington, sans a drummer. Shortly thereafter David became the drummer for the band Creekside, with Ben, Bill, Ike and Mitch, as the Migrant Worker ended.

One of my fondest memories from those days is when the Creekside boys would come over to David’s house and jam. In particular, I remember singing “I Am the Walrus,” while the boys all learned the parts. A couple of weeks later, that became one of the regular covers.

Jesse Stockton, Wilmington, NC

Ben is the first friend I made when I moved to Wilmington. I was at Laggerheads and “the mangler”—or James Doss as he has now grown into—piqued my interest about a band playing at The Palm Room. Me, not knowing him, jumped into a jeep Cherokee and rode down there. We walked into Pink Floyd’s “Money,” as Ben was singing with his then band Creekside. The very next night I went to Palm Room again and Ben was there; a friend, Stranger Day (now known as Rapper Shane), introduced us. This wiry, spry-looking fellow, with a wind breaker, para-gliding shirt and running shoes, was walking around, handing out CDs of their newest album. He gave me one. We shouted our conversation about music for the next three hours in a room that was at capacity and over a band as we drank PBR. I loved him right away.

A few nights later I was recording with our friend, Shane, across the street from Palm Room, and neither of us could play piano well.

He said, “Hang on, I’ll call Ben.” Sure enough,

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there he was 15 minutes later. I believe he played about five notes and blew my mind. Yet, Ben said, “Please, don’t use that; I was just messing around.”

One of my favorite stories he would tell was about him opening his para-gliding parachute on Wrightsville Beach in the wintertime. He had been working at Sandpeddler, and the guy who managed the entire Olympics that year was staying there. As Ben foolishly opened a giant sail he was strapped to—on an incredibly windy day, with no people on the beach to help in case of an emergency—he started getting pulled up and down the beach, out of control. He realized his mistake and frantically tried to pull the sail down after receiving a good beating. When he finally got in a position to where he was dug in pretty good, the sail tried to drag him out to sea.

It just so happened the organizer of the entire Olympics was walking the beach with his wife, saw what was happening and ran over to his aid. With his help, they were both able to pull in his parachute and share their stories.

Ben was very adept at being fully independent, too. This was no more obvious than when you tried to throw Frisbee with him on the beach.

He would be quickly fed up with your inability to land the frisbee in wind right to where he was standing. He would then proceed to throw the frisbee straight out to sea, and then land it, perfectly back to where he was standing, look at you and say, “I think I want to throw with myself.”

Everything in the world was a game or competition to Ben. I tried to eat lunch with him every chance I got, and it was a battle every time: how much could we eat, how many pull-ups can we do at one time, or—my favorite—dance competitions, which he would always win and I’m not sure how. I reveled in hearing his Thanksgiving eating contests he would be in with his nephews and cousins, and how many trips he would make back to the feasting table.

I once spent an entire day in the hot-ass sun, helping him tear out the deck around the area of what was an above-ground pool,

just to hang out with him. He was nothing short of spectacular. He taught me how to fully enjoy a glass bottle of Coca Cola, that starting over isn’t bad, how to eat a bag of chips when hungover and always drink more water. His favorite thing to say when he was being lazy or not paying attention was “mulsin’ (pronounced mull-zen) and to anyone who was being negative, “Shave your ass!” from the movie “Caddyshack.”

Jason Ruffin, Asheville, NC

Ben was the kindest and most honest person. I struggle to find words to express how I feel. But one thing I know is true: This world will not be the same without him. I have always felt proud to call Ben a friend. I was honored when he agreed to play the piano at my wedding. He took great pride in planning out exactly what he was going to play. And just like every time Ben played, he nailed it. Some of the best times of my life were spent with Ben at Wrightsville Beach, from hanging out at the “purple house” to the countless concerts we went to.

Although, I moved to Asheville shortly after we met, we stayed in touch and hung out whenever we could. I always considered Ben one of the most caring and free-spirited people I knew. I am crushed by the news of his passing and will always cherish our friendship.

Jarrod McAdoo, Raleigh, NC

I met Ben a few years ago through a dear friend he knew from Goldsboro. We weren’t the closest friends, but I always listened to his music while working in downtown Wilmington.

Ben was the most chill, laid-back guy I know. I can’t say anything bad about him. Every time we crossed paths and even nights that he saw me working, we exchanged a quick high five or fist bump because he was just that kind of guy!

Thank you, Ben! William Coppage, Greenville, MS

The news of Ben’s tragic passing reverberates all the way to Mississippi. We (Willie and Me) were lucky to have him join us many times

onstage. Just as his notes had the ability to linger and stay with us well after the show, his memory will stay with us. He will be missed.

Chris Hedrick, Wilmington, NC

When I moved to Wilmington in 2009, I was a new musician in a town full of great musicians. I was nervous, scared, anxious and had no clue where to start. It was openmic night at The Palm Room and I just completed my set and was sitting by myself at the end of the bar. A man who had the look of a high-school teacher approached and said, “Nice set dude!” I was shocked that someone noticed. We began to talk about the music scene and what his projects were. I thought to myself, This guy has done it all— no way he would want to help me out.

That person was Ben Privott. Ben was so gracious with his time and knowledge. He always helped me find gigs in and around town. If I needed any equipment at all, he was there to help. I can remember when the Pale Rider album came out; he was so pumped for its release. I think he gave me like 10 copies to hand out.

Point of all this is the man was nice, kind, gentle and just unselfish. I owe a lot to him for helping get my foot in the door in this crazy town. The news of his passing doesn’t seem real. In all honesty, meeting Ben Privott from Pale Rider didn’t seem real either, but it was and so was he. Rest easy, my friend, and play that gig in the sky.

Cait Chizmar, Wilmington, NC

I had the pleasure of meeting Ben a few years ago. His love of music was evident and his kindness even more so. I told him I wanted to relearn how to play piano because I hadn’t played since I was a kid. He ended up giving me a free lesson. Even though we were not close, I considered Ben a good friend after that.

When we would run into each other in Wilmington, I would always introduce him by saying, “This is Ben—he gave me a free piano lesson once.” It may sound silly, but it actually meant a lot that he took time to share his passion with me. I will never forget his sweet spirit and genuine kindness.

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fence and broke Lucy out to play. He stole her toys, he ate her food. Murphy ate Ben’s house plants when he came to stay.

Goldsboro High School, Class of 1994

doors, sunshine, music, and friends.

On behalf of Goldsboro High School Class of 1994, I would like to extend our sincere condolences to Ben’s family. We are all saddened by the tragedy, and would like for everyone to know Ben was a great classmate and friend.

He befriended everyone, regardless of race, gender, economic status, or the community where they lived.

I’ll never forget Ben, and I’ll always be inspired by his simple way of living and loving.

He would ‘water’ Ben’s garden, on all his fresh greens. By all rights Ben should have stormed to my door, complaining and mad.

He should have hated my dog, and me by default. I felt so bad every time he defiled Ben’s pretty garden, but as a mom to three equally rowdy boys, I got busy and sometimes Murphy got away.

I, Chandra Shackleford Robinson, am confident our classmates would all have their fair share of stories, but my fondest memory of Ben would be our senior year in high school. Our principal, the late Gerald Whitley, often paired us to lead various school activities and functions. We were the auctioneers for the annual Elf Sale, and the MCs for the annual Senior Citizen Day. We were even give a comedic script to perform during Senior Citizen Day. We were supposed to be the narrators on our video yearbook. On the day of the recording, Ben was running late and didn’t make it. If I can recall, he was somewhere in the mountains, hiking or skiing: He did not make it back in time for the scheduled recording. Needless to say, he sent his apologizes and I did it on my own.

I believe his name may still have been listed in the credits as the a narrator.

Looking back I strongly believe our principal put us together for these events because we were both a good representation of our senior class and were friendly with everyone.

On behalf of Goldsboro High School Class of 1994, we will continue to pray for the family and keep his memory in our hearts and minds.

Josephine Butler, Wilmington, NC

Ben lived humbly and fully and treasured, above all, people. He found good in everyone around him and was never above saying hello or greeting those he loved with a hug. He had a way of making you feel like the most important person in the room, and I never spent time with him without at least one good belly laugh.

He was funny and compassionate and valued the simple things in life—the beauty of the out-

Andrew Brothers, Wilmington, NC

I was half owner of The Whiskey with Alecia Mitchell for eight years [where Ben often played]. I was really close to Ben over the past 20 years, starting back in his Creekside days.

We were tight friends during my Wrightsville Beach days, when I worked at Red Dogs. He was always a great guy to talk music and have a Budweiser with.

Out of all the bands I booked at Red Dogs and The Whiskey over the years, Ben was one of the only people who never brought up money. Money had nothing to do with his shows.

He would promote like crazy for the show, and It was always about the music, the crowd, the vibe, and his friends and fans. I would go up to pay him at the end of the night, and he wouldn’t even look at the money. He’d just stuff it in his pocket and say something like, “Yeah yeah ...

I’m sure it’s fine.” He would shrug it off, but then get super animated and excited, “Dude, how about that crowd? How much fun was that!”

That was why people loved Ben. He had a love for life. His music, friends and family is what made that guy tick. This is why everyone is pouring love his way right now.

The Barnes Family, Wilmington, NC

For more than a decade, Ben has been my neighbor and friend. A few years ago, we both got new puppies right around Christmastime.

His new, little addition was sweet Lucy, a darling Southern belle, midnight dark hair, chocolate brown eyes. She had class, manners and a kind, gentle nature. Her eyes would ask, “please,” and her tail would say, “thank you.”

She liked to run, and chase every tennis ball Ben would lob across the yard.

My new addition was Murphy—a rude, rowdy rebel—a hellion, a brute. Murphy decided the first day Lucy was his friend to claim.

More times than I can count he climbed Ben’s

But Ben wasn’t that guy; he never got mad. Instead, he would laugh and invite Murphy to play. He said, ‘Murphy is the happiest dog I’ve ever met. How could you be mad at a dog like that?’

I’m heartbroken, angry and sad we’ve all lost such a kind, thoughtful and gentle soul—a true gentleman. Our neighborhood, our community, our town will never be the same.

Erin DeGrechie Buskey, Goldsboro, NC

I grew up with Ben in Goldsboro. We went to the same church and school and ran around with the same crowd. Ben was a year younger than me in school. Ben was the cart boy at the local golf course. Laura Pike Deprill and I worked in the snack bar, and every weekend we would have the best time with Ben Being silly teenagers, we would cook the most God-awful things—“concoctions” as we called them—and have Ben try them. He was always so good-hearted and willing to try our food. I don’t think he ever gave us a negative review.

Over the years, I have seen him at church with his parents. He was the epitome of love and graciousness. I remember being at a prayer meeting at his mom’s house before his dad passed away. I was looking at all the pictures on her wall, and she just beamed when she talked about Ben. She told me how much they doted and spoiled him because he was their baby.

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ALBUM RELEASE: Local rockabilly band The Phantom Playboys are celebrating an album release on Saturday, April 30, at 9 p.m. at Fat Tony’s in downtown Wilmington. Come celebrate and hear the band for free! Courtesy photo.

Wednesday, April 27 Gipsy Kings (2pm; $40-$75; Pop)

—Humanities and Fine Arts Center, 701 N. 3rd St.

Robbie Berry (6pm; Free; Acoustic)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)

—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

—The Blind Elephant, 21 N. Front St. Unit F

Barry & Jill (7pm; $3; Acoustic)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

Keith Butler (8:30pm; Free; Jazz)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.

Donna Merritt (9pm; Free; Piano)

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.

Karaoke Night w/ Party Gras (9:30pm; Free) —Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.; 910-509-0805

Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free)

—The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Road; 910-679-8101

Jazzy Poetry Slam (7pm; Free)

—Bellas Bar LoCAL, 19 Market St.

Thursday, April 28 Just Friends (7pm; Free; Acoustic) —Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

Kyle Lindley (7pm; Free; Folk)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Fire and Drums (8pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Brooke Thompson (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

Trivia Night w/ Party Gras (9pm; Free)

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—Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.; 910-509-0805

—Bellas Bar LoCAL, 19 Market St.

Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Stolen Hearts & Striking Copper (9pm; Cover TBD; Rock, Americana) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

Open Mic with Viva Lee (9pm; Free) —Bellas Bar LoCAL, 19 Market St.

Bass Station (10pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Asylum: Beltane / Gothic Gathering (8pm; Free) The Clams (9pm; $3; Eclectic Rock)

—Palm Room, 11 E. Salisbury St.; 910-509-3040

Villanova & The Smoothrays (9pm; Cover TBD) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

Phantom Playboys Album Release Party (9pm; Free; Rockabilly) —Fat Tony’s Italian Pub, 131 N. Front St.

Coastal Blue (9:30pm; Free; R&B, Rock)

—Halftime Sports Bar & Grill, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Friday, April 29 Selah Dubb (6pm; Free; Reggae)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Alonzo Bodden (7pm, 9:30pm; $22; Comedy) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Two of a Kind (7pm; Free; Pop, Rock)

—Holiday Inn Resort, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

Hugh Mallard & Friends (7pm; Free; Jam, Rock)

Alternative Vision (10pm; Free; Alternative) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.

DJ Riz (10pm; Free)

—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Matoma (10pm; $20-$25; DJ, Dance) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; 910-769-4096

—A Tasting Room, 19 S. 2nd St.

Sunday, May 1

Randy McQuay (7pm; Free; Rock, Blues)

Books, Beer & Jazz Piano (3pm; Free)

L Shape Lot Duo (9pm; Free; Americana)

Boogie in the Park w/Tyler Barham (5pm; Free; Country)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

—Old Books on Front Street, 249 N. Front St.

The Groove Orient and Southern Belles (9pm; Cover TBD; Rock, Jam, Psychedelic)

—Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

Fletcher’s Grove (9pm; Free; Appalachian Jam)

—Humanities and Fine Arts Center, 411 N. Front St.

—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

—The Calico Room, 107 S. Front Street; 910-762-2091

DJ UK (10pm; Free)

—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Signal Fire & Oogee Wawa (10pm; $5; Reggae) —Palm Room, 11 E. Salisbury St.; 910-509-3040

Kim Dicso (10pm; Free; Folk)

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

Saturday, April 30 Jazz Piano on Front St. (6pm; Free)

NC Symphony: Beethoven’s Violin Concerto (7:30pm; $40-$100)

Monday, May 2 Music & Comedy Open Mic (8:30pm; Free) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Brewtal and Friends (9pm; Cover TBD; Electric)

Cape Fear Blues Jam (8pm; Free)

—A Tasting Room, 19 S. 2nd St.

—Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

Alonzo Bodden (7pm, 9:30pm; $22; Comedy)

College Night Karaoke (9pm; Free)

Da Howlies (7pm; Free; Hawaiian, Lounge, Bluegrass) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Dana Cooper (7pm; $5; Folk)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379

Annie Moses Band: Rhapsody In Bluegrass (7:30pm; $22-$40) —Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

Free Clinic, Best Behavior and The Kneads (8pm; $5; Garage, Pop, Rock)

—Reggies 42nd Street Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St.; 910-799-6465

May 4th Mykel Barbee

703 S. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach | 910.256.5551

Emily Marriott (6pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Holiday Inn Resort, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

April 29th Selah Dubb

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

Open Mic (7pm; Free)

Randy McQuay (7pm; Free; Blues, Rock)

$ (910)-452-1212 3 Guinness Cans Island Sunsets $5 SATURDAY Baybreeze/Seabreeze $4 22oz. Blue Moon Draft $3 Select Domestic Bottles $2 SUNDAY Bloody Marys $4, Domestic Pints $150 $ Wednesdays & Fridays Hurricanes 5 6-9pm th April 27 5564 Carolina Beach Road, Robbie Berry (910) 452-1212

Crystal Fussell Duo (9pm; Free; Country)

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—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

—The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.; 910-762-2091

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

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May 15th The Other Guys 4 Marina St, Wrightsville Beach | 910.256.8500

BluewaterDining.com 100 S. FRONT ST. 910-251-1832 LIVE MUSIC in the courtyard 7 days a week

MONDAY S.I.N. NIGHT $2 Domestics • $3 All Draft Selections • $4 Flavored Bombs 50% off Apps 6pm til close NEW BELGIUM TUESDAY $3 New Belgium selections (Fat Tire, Ranger IPA) $5 Jameson • Wing Special WEDNESDAY $2.75 Miller Lite, $4 Wells, Half off All Bottles of wine Live Music @ 8pm THIRSTY THURSDAY $2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Adams Seasonal & Hoppyum Pints $5 Redbull & Vodka, 50¢ Steamed Oysters and Shrimp FRIDAY $2.75 Michelob Ultra • $3.25 Stella $4.50 Lunazul Tequila • Live Music on the Patio SATURDAY $2.75 Carolina Blonde & Carolina Strawberry • Reel Cafe Rooftop Concert Series • Brunch from 11am - 2pm SUNDAY $3 Coronas/Corona Lite • $10 Domestic Buckets (5) $4 Mimosas • $4 Bloody Mary’s • Brunch from 11am - 2pm

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

Wednesday, May 4 Mykel Barbee (6pm; Free; Eclectic)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)

—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free)

—The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; 910-679-8101

Raphael Name’ (7pm; $3; Classical Guitar) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379

Keith Butler (8:30pm; Free; Jazz)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

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$3.50 Sweet Josie $4 Margaritas $3.50 Pint of the Day $4 Fire Ball $5 Mimosas $5 Car Bombs $5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas *Drink Specials run all day

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concerts outside of southeastern nc

showstoppers NARRATED CRUISES & LIVE MUSIC

DAILy CRUISES PRIVATE ChARTERS ACROSS NC: From Charlotte to Asheville to Carrboro, Citizen Cope can been seen at one of three performances across North Carolina, just pick a show from below. Courtesy photo.

NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 4/28: Citizen Cope 4/29: Orquesta Mayor and more 4/30: Danny B, Killtrak and more 5/3: Shooter Jennings and Waymore’s Outlaws 5/6: Stephen Kellogg 5/7: Styles and Complete

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THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., Charlotte, NC (704) 916-8970 4/27; Father John Misty 4/29: Floetry and Kris Kelli 5/6: Zoso 5/7: Frankie Ballard AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 S. TRYON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 377-6874 4/28: We Came As Romans and Memphis May Fire 4/29: Hair Nation 4/30: Rock the Ed Music Festival 5/5: Datsik, The Widdler and shlump MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., durham, NC (919) 901-0875 5/3: Wild Belle and James Supercave 5/4: Shooter Jennings with Waymore’s Outlaws 5/6-7: The Art of Cool Festival HOUSE OF BLUES MYRTLE BEACH 4640 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC (843) 272-3000 4/28: Bethany and the S Side Boys 4/29: The Saltines 4/30: We Came As Romans and Memphis May Fire 5/6: The Gregg Allman Band 5/7: Bush

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. Cabarrus st., raleigh, nc (919) 821-4111 4/26: The Mersey Beatles 4/28: Steel Panther and Wilson 4/29: Cosmic Charlie 5/1: Buffcoat & Lacquer, Remingtonbrown and more 5/4: Bunny Wailer CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN St., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 4/27: Felicia Day 4/27: Trout Steak Revival and Fireside Collective (Back) 4/28: Poliça and MOTHXR 4/29: Kawehi and The Weekend Riot (Back) 4/30: Tim Barry and Red Clay River (Back) 5/1: Vetiver, and Kacy & Clayton (Back) 5/2: Citizen Cope 5/4: Chelsea Wolfe and A Dead Forest Index 5/4: Kim Richey (Back) 5/5: Stephen Kellogg and Brian Dunne (Back) 5/5: Parachute and Jon McLaughlin 5/6: Matthew Logan Vasquez, Reverend Baron (Back) 5/6: Sticky Fingers and Bootleg Rascal 5/7: Boyce Avenue THE ORANGE PEEL 101 bILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 4/28: Kiefer Sutherland and Austin Plaine 4/29: Citizen Cope 4/30: Post Malone 5/4: FTO and Live Garbage 5/5: Kamasi Washington 5/7: Rip Haven, Amnesis and Verse Vica 5/8: Animal Collective and Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith 5/9: The Sonics, The Woggles and more 5/11: The New Stew, Corey Glover and more

what’s hanging around the port city

galleryguide Artfuel.inc

2165 Wrightsville Ave. Mon. - Sat., noon - 7pm www.artfuelinc.com • (910) 343-5233 Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 42, featuring work by Dennis Schaffer, Kyle Page, Mimi Logothetis, and Tuki Lucero. Hangs for eight weeks.

ArtExposure!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com We have over forty NC artists here at ArtExposure. Come visit and view the work.

Artists may rent wall space and/or studio space. Come meet the artists working in their studios. A Plein Air Workshop with Karen Crenshaw on beautiful Topsail Island will be held April 21st, 22nd, 23rd, and 24th.

Details can be found on our website. Deadline to sign up is March 31st. Check our website for more available classes.

Art in bloom

210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 www.aibgallery.com Established in 2015, the Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19th-century horse stable at 210 Princess Street in downtown Wilmington. The gallery focuses upon international and national fine art. The current exhibit of oil paintings, “Debra Bucci: Living in the Moment”, runs through May 27th.

Join us for receptions in April: 1) “Courtyard Opening and Celebration of Sculpted Gate

by Dumay Gorham.” Fourth Friday Gallery Night, April 22nd, 6 - 9 pm; and 3) Art Opening for DREAMS students, Friday, April 29th, 6 - 8 pm.

Charles Jones African Art

311 Judges Rd., Unit 6-E cjart@bizec.rr.com • (910) 794-3060 Mon. – Fri. 10am - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm - 4 pm Open other hours and weekends by appointment www.cjafricanart.com AFRICAN ART - Museum quality African Art from West and Central Africa. Traditional African art for the discerning collector.

Current exhibition: Yoruba beadwork and Northern Nigerian sculpture. Appraisal services, curatorial services and educational exhibitions also available.

Over thirty years experience in Tribal Arts. Our clients include many major museums.

New Elements Gallery

201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com “Odyssey” features recent works from North Carolina artists Kevin Bass and Sally Sutton! Bass and Sutton playfully traverse back and forth between faithful representation and extreme abstraction.

which are used for local beautification and environmental projects.

Meet the artists from the 2016 Garden Tour and enjoy over 30 paintings capturing local gardens and people. Refreshments will be served. Live music by Roger Davis.

The show runs through May 31st.

Celebrating 19 years in Wilmington, Spectrum Gallery is located at The Forum on Military Cutoff Road, next door to the OC Restaurant. With over 200 original paintings by local and regional artists, Spectrum has something for every taste.

SUNSET RIVER Marketplace

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 • Tues.- Sat. 10am - 5pm www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com In the historic fishing village of Calabash, NC, over 10,000-plus square feet of fine arts is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paintings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and acrylics; plus award-winning met-

alworks, wood pieces, hand-blown glass, fiber art, artisan-made jewelry and more.

Sunset River Marketplace has become a popular destination for visitors, a gathering place for artists and a center of the community, thanks to its onsite pottery studio, complete with two kilns; a custom master framing department; and art classrooms for workshops and ongoing instruction.

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

200 Hanover Street, CFCC parking deck First level • (910) 362-7431 Tues.- Fri., 10am - 5:30pm; Sat., noon - 5:30pm CFCC’s Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present the Annual Student Exhibition, a juried group showing featuring over 100 original works of art by current CFCC student, April 5th – May 6th.

Admission is free and the exhibition is open to the public. Sarah Rushing: srushing278@mail.cfcc.edu.

River to Sea Gallery

225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) • (910) 763-3380 Tues.- Sat. 11am - 5pm; Sun. 1- 4pm River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show will enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and jewelry.

“Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.

SPECTRUM Gallery CRESCENT MOON ART AND STYLE

24 N. Front St. • (910) 762-4207 Call for new hours or appointment!

This Fourth Friday, join the community of Wilmington to celebrate the Life & Art of Linda A. Hartman. Tommy J is back, too—featuring his beautiful and limited sterling silver Galion “Hook and Double Hook Bracelets” and designer jewelry. Alos presenting Papa Froosh as our musical artist, a duo, here at “The Moon.”

The Forum • 1125 Military Cutoff Rd, Suite H (910) 256-2323 Mon.- Sat. 10am - 6pm www.spectrumartandjewelry.com Spectrum Gallery Art Reception and Benefit Show will present the results of their first Annual Plein Air Paint Out, which took place during the Azalea Garden Tour.

Spectrum Gallery, at the Forum, will be hosting an artists’ reception on Thursday, May 5, from 6-9pm. This will be a benefit for the Cape Fear Garden Club and a percentage of the sales will go to their grants

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arts>>theatre

unrestrained lunacy:

Big Dawg opens Tom Stoppard’s ‘The Real Inspector Hound’ Thursday

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by: Shea carver

here may not be a more interesting play than Tom Stoppard’s “The Real inspector Hound” to pair against last month’s “The Mousetrap,” by Agatha Christie, which ran as part of Big Dawg Productions’ current season. Artist director Steve Vernon has chosen to present plays that have similar themes back to back throughout the rest of the year.

Written in the early ‘60s, “The Real Inspector Hound” essentially is a parody of Christie’s 1950’s parlor mystery, and even takes its name from the ending of “The Mousetrap.” The show follows two theatre critics who are watching a whodunnit-style murder mystery yet find themselves in events that parallel what they’re watching unfold onstage. Essentially, the audiences are seeing a mystery via a play within a play—and a lot of British humor arises from such.

“Stoppard does a remarkable thing in ‘Hound,’” Lowrimore details. “He is one of those rare playwrights whose lines often advance [plot, characters and them] at once. He repeats a number of scenes, substituting one character for another.

While this is strange, almost bizarre, the repeated scenes are funnier and more meaningful. He sets it all up, but you don’t see it coming until it all falls into place.”

Director Lee Lowrimore—who last oversaw the stunning “Venus in Fur” a few years back—is attracted to the absurdist storytelling nature of the show. “It appeals to my love of meta-humor and demolishes the expectations of the theatrical experience,” Lowrimore says.

“The Real Inspector Hound” will be played by local actor Jamey Stone. Stone says being an unrestrained lunatic in the show has been revealing of his character.

“Layering multiple layers of intention without giving too much away” has challenged his acting chops as well.

From two theatre critics, Moon (Mike O’Neil) and Birdboot (Steve Vernon), the audience learns of their obsessions and inner thoughts via their reviews, which tend to be rather bombastic in nature. Themes of identity and destiny are revealed, leaving onlookers surmising the differences between reality and dreams. Yet, according to Lowrimore, its levity and humor make “The Real Inspector Hound” accessible.

The characters are rounded out by Major Mangus, played by James Bowling; Cynthia Muldoon, played by Rachel Lewis Hilburn; Felicity Cunningham, played by Rachel Moser; BBC Voice, played by Eric Paisley; Simon Gascoyne, played by Derek West; and Mrs. Drudge, played by Eleanor Zeddies.

“‘The Real Inspector Hound’ is a play about theatre people and the nature of reality,” Lowrimore says. “And it’s funny. And Tom Stoppard’s dialogue is just cool.”

The playwright manages to ensure every line penned advances the story arc, its characters and theme. In fact, the two plots in the show, the reviewers’ lives and the murder mystery they’re reviewing, become entangled.

Terry Collins and Dallas Lafon have been working with the remnants of “The Mousetrap” in set design. ““The set was actually built for ‘The Mousetrap’ and Terry will modify it for ‘Hound,’” Lowrimore says. “Folks who see both plays will realize that they’re exactly the same, just completely different.”

Stephanie Aman has designed costumes, while Nick Fenner is in charge of lights, and Vernon has been the prop master. “The Real Inspector Hound” opens Thursday with a “pay what you can” opening-night admission. Big Dawg’s shows are quick to sell out so reserve seats now by calling 910-367-5237.

DETAILS:

The Real Inspector Hound

Thurs.-Sat., April 28-May 1, 8 p.m. and 3 p.m. matinee on Sun. Cape Fear Playhouse 613 Castle St. Tickets: $16-$20 www.bigdawgproductions.org 18 encore | april 27 – may 3, 2016 | www.encorepub.com

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Ladies of Laughter Funny & Fabulous Show

Saturday, May 7th at 7:30pm

The Funniest Women of Comedy Invade Thalian Hall!

Tickets available through the Thalian Hall Box Office by calling 910.632.2285 or online at ThalianHall.org Media Partners “Your alternative weekly voice”

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arts>>film

reel to reel

A Jungle of Wonder:

films this week

‘The Jungle Book’ is fun and visually dynamic

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Wilmington Jewish Film Festival

by: Anghus

Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. $7-$15, 3pm • www.thalianhall.org

isney has spent the last few years turning themselves into a money-printingmovie machine. They bought Marvel in their infancy and helped put together their takeover of the blockbuster movie business.

They churn out two (or three) comic-book adaptations a year. Then they bought Lucasfilm and put an infrastructure in place to bring a new “Star Wars” movie every single year. Every.

Single. Year. Let that sink in. It took three-anda-half decades to amass six “Star Wars” movies. They’ll double that amount by 2020. One would think Disney would run out of ideas on how to make money, but they’d be wrong.

A few years ago Disney started making liveaction versions of their most beloved animated films—the brick and mortar of the Disney empire that established the company as the dominant force in family entertainment back when our parents were clinging to the interior wall of their mother’s uterus. Sometimes they bring direct adaptations, like last year’s charming “Cinderella.” Other times they deviate from the source material ever so slightly, with films like “Maleficent” and Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland.” So far, all of them have been remarkably successful. The latest attempt to continue this trend is “The Jungle Book,” and like their other live-action adaptations, the film is a crowdpleasing success.

“The Jungle Book” is one of those stories that never could have been done well as a live-action movie until the technology was able to render realistic worlds and believable computer-generated characters. It was the kind of movie perfectly suited for animation when it first came out because the world was practically inconceivable to stage in real life.

The animated “The Jungle Book” is a classic.

I was just watched it a few weeks back with my kids. It uses a classic Disney style to tell the story of Mowgli and his struggles to survive in the jungle.

If anyone doesn’t know the story, then find a tack hammer and give yourself a good whack to the toes. Mowgli is raised in the jungle and eventually told he needs to return to the land of men. Shere Kahn, a despotic tiger with an axe to grind, wants to turn Mowgli into his next meal. Bagheera decides to march Mowgli back to be with his own kind. When they get separated, Mowgli meets the lovable Baloo and they form a lasting friendship. Baloo protects Mowgli from danger and Mowgli helps keep Baloo knee-deep in honey. Eventually, Shere Khan gets wind of Mowgli and a race for survival begins.

May 1: German film “Labyrinth of Lies” will launch this year’s festival and followed by a buffet reception. Directed

by Giulio Ricciarelli, it portrays courage and persistence of one young public prosecutor in Frankfurt, Johann Radmann, as he tracks down and prosecutes 22 offenders in the 1960s’ Frankfurt Auschwitz Trials. (Rated R, 123 mins)

REALISTIC JUNGLE: Director Jon Favreau brings a classic tale to life. Courtesy photo.

The live-action movie succeeds in the same way, and creates a very believable jungle, populated by some of the most jaw-dropping digital effects ever created. The way the animal characters look and feel has come so far in recent years. They aren’t the least bit fake. There’s a reality to them that helps shape “The Jungle Book” into a remarkable technical feat.

But it also succeeds as a movie because of great characters. Ben Kingsley is a fantastic Bagheera, the panther who finds Mowgli (Neel Sethi) as a child and gives him to a family of wolves to be raised. Bill Murray’s Baloo is a lovable lug and Idris Elba’s Shere Khan is effectively scary. Even Scarlett Johansson as the slithering snake, Kaa, manages to bring something to her role. Sometimes animated movies feel shackled by their A-list celebrity involvement. Director Jon Favreau (“Iron Man”) has done a remarkable job with his actors, creating vibrant and fully realized anthropomorphological characters.

I liked “The Jungle Book,” but I had a couple of problems with the adaptation. One of them is the use of oddly pop-culture heavy vernacular.

Characters use words like “jog” or “payback” but refer to “fire” as “the red flower.” Christopher Walken’s great-ape King Louie knows the word for “papaya” but not fire? I don’t have an issue with them going for more relatable, updated language choices for a newer take on the film, but when characters move back and forth between modern and antiquated phrases, it makes the film feel a little too meta for my taste.

Still, it’s a minor complaint in an otherwise remarkable adaptation.

“The Jungle Book” is fun, visually dynamic, and remarkably brief. I’m always pleased as punch when filmmakers exhibit restraint with the run time. In a day and age where filmmakers feel obligated to take on an extra half-hour for their $200 million popcorn movies, Favereau is comfortable with a nice visit into the world of “The Jungle Book” that won’t try a viewer’s patience.

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Rated PG Starring Neel Sethi, Bill Murray, Ben Kingsley, Idris Elba, Lupita Nyong’o Directed by Jon Favreau

May 2: Showing at 7 p.m., “Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did for Love” is a documentary about the musical prodigy who was accepted to Juilliard at age 6. Marvin Hamlisch devoted his talents to musical theater and pop music composition. The composer and conductor earned four Grammys, four Emmys, three Oscars, three Golden Globes, a Tony Award, and a Pulitzer Prize.

(Rated NA, 85 mins) The Wilmington Jewish Film Festival runs from May 1-4 and 5-8. For a full schedule, visit www.wilmingtonjff.org.

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American BLUEWATER waterfront grill

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their awardwinning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday April - October.

Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256-8500.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 11a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sat & Sun 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ MUSIC: Music every Sunday in Summer ■ WEBSITE: www.bluewaterdining.com

Blue surf cafÉ

Sophisticated Food…Casual Style. We offer a menu that has a heavy California surf culture influence while still retaining our Carolina roots. We provide a delicate balance of flavors and freshness in a comfortable and inviting setting. We offer a unique breakfast menu until noon daily, including specialty waffles, skillet hashes and unique breakfast sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi sandwich and customer favorite, meatloaf sandwich.

Our dinner features a special each night along with our favorite house entrees: Braised Beef Brisket, Mojo Pork and Mahi. All of our entrees are as delicious as they are inventive.

We also have a full beer and wine list. Come try the “hidden gem” of Wilmington today. 250 Racine Drive Ste. 1, Wilmington 910-523-5362.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Breakfast served until noon each day!

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily Specials, Gluten Free Menu, Gourmet

Hot Chocolates, Outdoor Patio, New Artist event first Friday of every month and Kids Menu.

■ WEBSITE: www.bluesurfcafe.com

CAM cafÉ

CAM Café, located within the CAM delivers delightful surprises using fresh, local ingredients. The café serves lunch with seasonal options Tuesday thru Saturday, inspired “small plates” on Wednesday nights, an elegant yet approachable dinner on Thursday and brunch every Sunday. Look for a combination of fresh, regular menu items along with daily specials. As part of dining in an inspiring setting, the galleries are open during CAM Café hours which makes it the perfect destination to enjoy art of the plate along with the art of the museum. 3201 S 17th St. (910) 777-2363.

■ SERVING LUNCH, BRUNCH & DINNER: Hours: TuesSat: 11am – 3 pm; Wed-Thurs: 5 – 9pm; Sunday Brunch: 10am – 3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.camcafe.org

the district kitchen & Cocktails

A new addition to the Brooklyn Arts and downtown area, The District Kitchen & Cocktails is serving fresh, seasonal menus in a polished casual atmosphere. We feature locally sourced ingredients when available. For lunch, we offer delicious burgers and sandwiches, while dinner features steaks, chops and seafood all handcrafted by executive chef Chris Corona. Within blocks of CFCC and the Riverwalk, The District welcomes diners to enjoy inspired wines, craft cocktails and NC draught beers at their renovated bar and restaurant, located at 1001 N. 4th St. 910-796-6565 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.-Thurs.11am-9pm, Fri.-Sat., 11am-10pm. Lunch menu served ‘til 4pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Brooklyn Arts District ■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/thedistrictnc

elijah’s

Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor

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waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets.

As a Casual American Grill and Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds of people, Elijah’s is the place to be.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11:30-10:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available

eternal sunshine cafÉ

Wilmington’s new unique restaurant, Eternal Sunshine Café, is conveniently located between downtown and Wrightsville Beach, also close to UNCW. It is a great spot to savor a gourmet breakfast, like cinna-swirl pancakes with coffee cream cheese syrup or a southwest benedict with chipotle hollandaise on a made from scratch biscuit. The lunch menu is filled with fresh delectable salads, sandwiches on house baked breads, and pitas. Come experience the innovative twist on breakfast classics and a casual lunch guaranteed to make you a regular customer. May the tranquility of Eternal Sunshine Cafe’s atmosphere shine upon your face and reinvigorate your day. Serves breakfast all day.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: MondayWednesday 7-2, Thursday-Friday 6:30-2, Saturday 7-2, Sunday 8-2 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.eternalsunshinecafe.com

HENRY’S

A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed. Dinner too!

Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. - Mon. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Tues.- Fri.: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sat.: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com

Holiday Inn Resort

Oceans Restaurant located in this oceanfront resort is a wonderful find. This is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh Seafood & Steak dinner while dinning outside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Chef Eric invites you to experience his daily specials in this magnificent setting. (910) 256-2231. 1706 N. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com

HOPS SUPPLY CO.

The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers. As hops are the heart of flavor for beer, our local seasonal ingredients are the soul of our culinary inspired American fare. 5400 Oleander Dr. (910) 833-8867.

■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com

JohnnyLukes KitchenBar

Good eats, good drinks, and great times is what JohnnyLukes KitchenBar is all about. JohnnyLukes KitchenBar serves Wilmington, NC a variety of 19 rotating craft beers on tap, a hand selected eclectic American wine list, fun cocktails, and of course, exceptional food. Our two-story layout brings the best of both worlds under one roof. Downstairs at JohnnyLukes KitchenBar pair your beer or wine with our Parmesan Crusted Pork Chop, Chicken Pot Pie, Ribeye, or

one of our many main entrees and sharable plates. Or, join us upstairs at JL’s Loft and pair a beer with one of our multiple burgers, JL’s roast beef sandwich, meatball sandwich, or one of our many appetizers (we recommend both!). So next time you are looking for a new and exciting restaurant in Wilmington, NC where you can experience both great craft beer and amazing food, be sure to head over to JohnnyLukes KitchenBar and JL’s Loft! 5500 Market Street, Suite 130. (910)-769-1798 ■ OPEN: JohnnyLukes KitchenBar: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 10pm; JL’s Loft: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.johnnylukeskb.com

The little dipper

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day through October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe

menu on Thurs.; “Date night menu,” $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

low tide pub

Located across from UNCW’s campus, Low Tide Pub serves up delicious fare and great drink specials in a fun atmosphere. Enjoy the biggest and best wings in town for only $0.50 on Sundays, a $5 daily lunch special, $2 daily beer special, and even taco Tuesdays. Their Mother Clucker is served just in time for the holidays: slow-roasted chicken with cranberries, housemade stuffing, lettuce, and tomato.

Their Thai or Buffalo shrimp wrap, famed Monte Cristo and 1945-family secret cheesecake recipe will keep customers coming back for more. Karaoke Saturdays begin at 9:30 p.m., and trivia Tuesdays get underway weekly at 7:30 p.m.

Low Tide has a beautiful, private deck, perfect for hosting parties and events. It’s midtown Wilmington’s favorite pub— ”where on the rocks is a good thing.” 4540 Fountain Drive, beside of PT’s. 910-313-2738.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER AND LATE-NIGHT: Mon., 6 p.m. - 1 a.m.; Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m. - 1 a.m.; Fri., 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.; Sat., noon - 2 a.m.; Sun., noon - 9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown Wilmington, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, Saturday karaoke and Tuesday trivia night.

■ WEBSITE: www.lowtidepub.com

pine valley market

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

the pub

A true public house. A gathering place. In house fresh ground burgers made with short rib, brisket and chuck on Sweet n Savory’s, made from scratch, bread along with 40 other sandwiches and meals under $12. 32 beers on tap, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere where you can hang out with friends and enjoy live music, your favorite NFL game or the BEST burger you’ll ever eat! 2012 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 679-8101, Hours:

11am-2am

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavorypub.com

spicoli

“In crust we trust.” Spicoli specializes in classic NY style pizza with a totally unconventional (AND DELICIOUS) sourdough crust. We also feature one-of-a-kind burger creations, Jumbo wings complete with our perfect, house-made blue cheese or ranch. Or enjoy any of our unique vegan or glutenfree options. But Spicoli is not just amazing food. We keep it awesome with a killer juke box, classic arcade games, and great deals on everything at our full bar. Share some brews over PacMan or enjoy the area’s only 20in pie on our outdoor patio. Just make sure you are having fun. Don’t worry!! If you can’t come see us, we also have the largest delivery radius in town!! 1978 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-0339.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach

sweet ‘n’ savory cafÉ

The Real Wizard Behind the Food. Anyone who has seen the Wizard of Oz knows that the wizard was just a scared old man hiding behind the curtain. Restaurants are no different.

Making incredible food is not magical or mystical and instead just requires heart (Tin Man), brains (Scarecrow), courage (Lion) and love (Dorothy). At Sweet n Savory we have pulled back the curtain because we don’t believe that we need smoke, mirrors, over inflated prices or pretentiousness to offer you the best and freshest food your money can buy. 1611 Pavillion Place, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 256-0115 Hours: 7am-10pm.

Downtown Wilmington > 115 N. 2nd Street

Book your next event at Ironclad Comfortably holds more than 400 people Stage, sound system & 12 ft. HDTV 2nd St parking deck is across the street No cost to use the space for events www.ironcladbrewery.com 910-769-0290

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■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, BAKERY & CATERING ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavorycafe.com

the trolly stop

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Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken).

Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), allbeef, pork smoked sausage (Carolina Packer), Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. Recognized as having the Best Hot Dog in the Best of Wilmington Awards in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or check out our website at www.trollystophotdogs.com. Catering available, now a large portion of our business. All prices include tax. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wilmington, Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952

Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921 Southport (910) 457-7017 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

Asian indochine restaurant & Lounge

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient

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staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com

kabuki korean cafÉ and sushi

Family-owned and operated, Kabuki Korean Café and Sushi is Wilmington’s only authentic Korean restaurant, freshly renovated and boasting a brand new menu! They feature delectable Korean BBQ, and are best known for traditional items like their bibimbop and bulgogi. But they also feature a large variety of Asian cuisine, from fresh sushi to fried rice to teriyaki dishes, dumplings, edamame and more. Open daily, Kabuki welcomes diners for lunch from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and dinner 4:30 to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. Stop by Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 10 p.m. 4102 Oleander Drive, Suite 2, at the corner of 41st Street, behind the Hess gas station. 910-350-3332.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Mon-Fri, 11am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun, noon-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Oleander Drive.

■ FEATURING: Wilmington’s only authentic Korean restaurant!

■ WEBSITE: www.kabukikoreancafe.com

KYOTO ASIAN GRILLE

Kyoto Asian Grille specializes in crafting mouth-watering food and providing superb customer service. We serve a plethora of Asian cuisines, from Chinese to Japanese to Thai, and have an unwavering commitment to flavor. All of our ingredients are fresh, cooked to order, with artistic culinary flair. We also serve everything from sushi to traditional Chinese dishes, a plethora of curries to Pad Thai, hibachi and teriyaki dishes, and more. Come give us a try where you will find nothing in the freezer but the ice cream. Open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday. Located at 4102 Market Street, (910) 332-3302.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thu: 11am - 3pm and 5pm - 9:30pm or Fri - Sat, 11am - 3pm and 5pm - 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: An array of Asian cuisines, from Japanese to Chinese, Thai and more.

■ WEBSITE: www.kyotoasiangrille.com

Okami Japanese hibachi Steakhouse

Date Night Special for $59 - Available any time 1 Bottle of Wine or Champagne, 1 Soup or Salad, 1 NeMa Fancy Fries, 2 Entrées & 1 Dessert Scratch Made • Pure Ingredients • Vegan, Gluten & Allergy Friendly Grass-fed Burgers • Hormone Free • Featuring Local NC Beef & Pork

225 South Water St ∙ 910-769-3709 HOURS:

CLOSED: Mon. & Tues. • Wed. – Fri. 12pm – 10pm Sat. 10am – 10pm • Sun. 10am – 9pm

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We have reinvented “Hibachi Cuisine”. Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse in Wilmington, NC is like no other. Our highly skilled chefs will not only cook an incredible dinner, but they will entertain you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. At Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse, we are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness.

Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure that we serve only the finest food products. We believe that good healthy food aids the vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of Steak, Seafood, and Chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill,” to the taste bud tingling Japanese Sushi, Hand Rolls, Sashimi, Tempura dishes and Japanese Noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Check out our all you can eat sushi menu and daily specials at www.okamisteakhouse.com!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday - Thursday 11am 2:30pm / 4pm - 10pm; Friday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 11pm; Saturday 11am - 11pm; Sunday 11am - 9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com

szechuan 132

Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City.

Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.szechuan132.com

thai spice

From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine. This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed. Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue.-Th.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat.: 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sun.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com

yosake downtown sushi lounge

Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger.

Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week @ 5PM; Sun-Wed until 10pm, Thurs until 11pm, Fri & Sat until Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees.

Wednesday 80S NIGHT - 80s music and menu prices.

Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert.

■ WEBSITE: www.yosake.com - @yosakeilm on Twitter & Instagram. Like us on Facebook.

Dinner Theatre theatrenow

TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events. Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street (910) 399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington and Greater Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

Healthy NEMA LOUNGE and EATERY

Open since the summer of 2015, NeMa Eatery and Lounge boasts the delicacies of Chef Borkowski. Serving bold flavors in a variety of menu items form grass-fed burgers to artisan pizzas to small plates, the NeMa team takes diners across the world through palate pleasing menu items, including their “fancy fries”, doused with truffles and Parmesan.

Borkowski takes pride in hand-crafted food, while the NeMa staff offers helpful, friendly knowledge. They offer vegan,

gluten-and-allergy-friendly fare and Wine Down Wednesday (1/2 off glasses and bottles of wine). 225 S Water St. 910-769-3709 ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER AND BRUNCH: Closed Monday, Tuesday 12pm -9pm, Wednesday-Friday 12pm -10pm, Saturday 10am - 10pm, Sunday 10am - 9pm, Brunch Saturday and Sunday 10am - 2pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown, Chandler’s Wharf ■ FEATURING: Worldly eats, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free items ■ WEBSITE: www.nemalounge.com

ligan’s....you’re at home.” With 12 beers on tap and 16 flat screen TVs, you can watch your favorite game and enjoy your favorite drink. Enjoy two locatons: 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd., and 1900 Eastwood Rd. in Lumina Station.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 Days a Week Monday-Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Masonboro Loop & Lumina Station ■ FEATURING: The Best Reuben in Town! $5.99 lunch specials, Outdoor Patio ■ WEBSITE: www.halligansnc.com

Indian

THE HARP

kabob and grill

tandoori bites

Located on College Road, just opposite Hugh MacRae Park, Tandoori Bites offers fine Indian cuisine at affordable prices.

Try one of 74 dishes on their lengthy menu, featuring a large range of side dishes and breads. They have specialties, such as lamb korma with nuts, spices and herbs in a mild creamy sauce, as well as seafood, like shrimp biryani with saffron-flavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts. They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger.

Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Fri. 11-2:30 pm (Lunch Buffet) & 5-10 pm (Dinner), Sat. - Sun. 11:30 -3:00 pm (Lunch) & 5-10 pm (Dinner) ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch buffet ■ WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net

irish Halligan’s public house

“Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous drinks lift the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” number one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll understand why. Of course, we also serve a full selection of other delicious entrees including seafood, steak and pasta, as well as a wide assortment of burgers, sandwiches (Halligan’s Cheese Steak), and salads. And if you are looking for a friendly watering hole where you can raise a glass or two with friends, new and old, Halligan’s Public House boasts a comfortable bar where fun-loving bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills the air. Stop by Halligan’s Public House today, “When you’re at Hal-

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■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenfield Lake/Downtown South ■ FEATURING: Homemade soups, desserts and breads,

free open wifi, new enlarged patio area, and big screen TVs at the bar featuring major soccer matches worldwide.

■ WEBSITE: www.harpwilmington.com

Italian eddie romanelli’s

Eddie Romanelli’s is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years. Its menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, made-from-scratch pizzas. Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16 oz. Marinated Rib Eye Steak. Romanelli’s offers patio dining and flat screen TVs in its bar area. Dine in or take out, Romanelli’s is always a crowd favorite. Large parties welcome. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. (910) 383.1885.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.- Thurs. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South/Leland ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.RomanellisRestaurant.com

Fat Tony’s Italian Pub

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops.

Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% discount to students and faculty at CFCC. They have two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am10 pm; Friday-Saturday 11 am-Midnight; Sunday Noon10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

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Welcome to Kabob and Grill, downtown Wilmington’s only fine Indian restaurant. Located on Water Street, overlooking the Cape Fear River, Kabob and Grill innovatesexotic flavors of Indian kabobs and curries. Kabobs are baked to perfection in our “tandoor” clay oven fresh, daily. We take pride in offering a great selection of vegetarian entrees made with healthy spices, vegetables and herbs. We also serve vegan and gluten-free items, all aromatic and full of flavor. Our professional chef ensures our lavash and extensive menu appeals to all palates, whether choosing vegetarian, chicken, lamb, goat, or seafood. Our dining area is modern and upscale, yet steeped in Indian tradition. We have a full-service bar and are open seven days a week. We do take-out, delivery and welcome private parties. Live music and dance every Saturday. Please, check our website or facebook page for more information. www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com - 5 S. Water Street, (910) 833-5262.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch Sunday through Saturday 11am-3pm. Dinner Sunday through Thursday 5-10pm, Friday & Saturday 5-10:30pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Innovative Indian recipes, made fresh daily.

■ WEBSITE: www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com

Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends.

Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends.

Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

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mamma bella pizzeria

Mamma Bella’s is Wilmington’s latest pie palace, offering fresh and unique pizzas, strombolis, sandwiches, salads, wings, and more. Diners can enjoy eating in their quaint dining space or have Mamma deliver to their doorstep ($10 minimum, three-mile radius). Nothing is frozen, and everything is made with top-notch ingredients, from the house meatballs to the pesto, salad dressings to marinara sauce, and beyond! Mamma bakes bread fresh several times daily and helps produce the most scrumptious cinnamon and/or pizza knots. In fact, through Feb. 29, either flavor of knots are free with the purchase of any large pie; or customers can get 12 free wings when ordering two large 2 topping pizzas (dine-in or delivery; offers cannot be combined). With a knowledgeable staff providing excellent customer service—all of whom “respect the pie”—every order is cared for from placing it to picking it up. 3926 Market St. 910-399-6723.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm; Fri - Sat 11am - 11pm; Sun 11am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.mammabellapizzeria.com

Slice of life

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m., 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

■ FEATURING: The largest tequila selection in Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

a taste of italy

Looking for authentic Italian cuisine in the Port City? Look no further than A Taste of Italy Deli. Brothers, Tommy and Chris Guarino, and partner Craig Berner, have been serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner to local and visiting diners for twenty years. The recipes have been passed down from generation to generation, and after one bite you feel like you’re in your mamas’ kitchen. Along with the hot and cold lunch menu, they also carry a large variety of deli sides and madefrom-scratch desserts. Or, if you’re looking to get creative in your own kitchen, A Taste of Italy carries a wide selection of imported groceries, from pasta to olive oils, and everything in between. And last but certainly not least, allow them to help you make any occasion become a delicious Italian experience with their catering or call ahead ordering.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Friday 8:00am8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am-7:00pm, Sunday 11:00am6:00pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com ■ FEATURING: Sclafani goods, Polly-O cheese, Ferrara Torrone and much, much more!

Jamaican JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

Tucked in the corner of University Landing, a block from UNCW is the hidden gem of Wilmington’s international cuisine scene - Jamaica’s Comfort Zone. This family owned restaurant provides a relaxing blend of Caribbean delights – along with reggae music – served up with irrepressible smiles for miles. From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, jerk and curry chicken, to our specialty 4-course meals ($12.00) and $6.99 Student meal. Catering options are available.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tuesday - Saturday 11:45am - 9:00pm and Sunday 1:30pm - 8:00pm. Monday - Closed.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road #24

Open for Lunch & Dinner

■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

Latin American CEVICHE’S

Come enjoy the tropical flavors of Panama and Central America...from our fresh fish to our handmade empanadas, traditional arroz con pollo to fresh inspired salads, We hope you will be transported to simpler time with warm, friendly service, and festive vibe. Large selection of beer and wine, including red and white sangria, tropical mimosas, drink specials daily. Just before the bridge at Wrightsville Beach. 7210 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 256-3131.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & BRUNCH: Mon-Sat 11am9pm, Sunday Brunch 9am-3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: www.wbceviche.com

san juan CafÉ

Offering the most authentic, gourmet Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. With dishes from countries such as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Cuba you’ll be able to savor a variety of flavors from all over Latin America. Located at 3314 Wrightsville Avenue.

910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Sat. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and from 5-10 p.m. Closed Sunday.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Nightly specials ■ WEBSITE: www.sanjuancafenc.com

Mexican EL CERRO GRANDE

In January, El Cerro Grande will celebrate 25 years serving authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine to the greater Wilmington area. With an ever-evolving menu, they have introduced eight new exclusive soft tacos as part of Taco Fiesta! They churn out mouth-watering enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, chef specialties, and more, in a colorfully inviting dining room marked by a friendly staff and attention to detail. Check out El Cerro’s daily drink and food specials at their three different locations, including $3.50 margaritas on Tuesdays off Military Road, on Wednesdays at 341 S. College Road, and on Thursdays at 5120 S. College Road.

Mondays feature fajita dinners for 10.99 at all locations, and they even have karaoke every Wednesday at 341 S. College Rd, starting at 6 p.m. Serving lunch and dinner daily.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri., open at 11 a.m.; Sat-Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.

■ LOCATIONS: 341 S. College Rd., 910-793-0035; 5120 S. College Rd., 910-790-8727; 1051 Military Cutoff Rd., 910-679-4209 ■ WEBSITE: www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com

la costa mexican restaurant

With three locations to serve Wilmingtonians, La Costa is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m with lunch specials. Their

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San Felipe Mexican Restaurant

At San Felipe, we pride ourselves in offering the best Mexican cuisine combined with a Mexican inspired dining experience that will instill a sense of “familia” with our patrons.

Ditch the regular fare and try one of our Mexican inspired favorites such as our sizzling Certified Angus Beef Fajitas or our Carolina Chimichanga. Visit any of our 10 North Carolina locations to see for yourself and while your at it, try one of our delicious Margaritas! See you soon Amigos!

Independence Mall, 3522 Oleander Dr - Wilmington, NC (910) 791-9277 and 1114 New Pointe Blvd - Leland, NC (910) 371-1188.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington, Leland & Southport ■ WEBSITE: www.sanfelipenc.com

Organic lovey’s natural foods & cafÉ

Lovey’s Natural Foods & Café is a true blessing for shoppers looking for organic and natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a veggie burger, hamburger or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar—which has cold, organic salads and hot selections—can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out.

The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of delicious juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and freerange meats and poultry. wheat-free and gluten-free products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop

by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m..

Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

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full dinner menu (from 3 p.m. on) offers the best in Mexican cuisine across the city. From top-sellers, like fajitas, quesadillas and burritos, to chef’s specialty items, like molcajete or borrego, a taste of familiar and exotic can be enjoyed. All of La Costa’s pico de gallo, guacamole, salsas, chile-chipotle, enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily. Add to it a 16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.25 on Mondays and Tuesdays at all locations, and every meal is complete.

Serving the Port City since1996, folks can dine indoors at the Oleander and both Market Street locations, or dine alfresco at both Market Street locations. 3617 Market St.; 8024 Unit 1 Market St.; 5622 Oleander Dr. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs until 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. until 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Ogden ■ WEBSITE: www.lacostamexicanrestauranwilmington.com

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■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Café open: Mon.-Fri., 11

a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.(salad bar open all the time). Market hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington in the Landfall Shopping Center ■ FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com

come. Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH:

Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dining on the newly renovated Crystal Pier.

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

The pilot house

Seafood

The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South. We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks.

Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck.

Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, FriSat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday ■ WEBSITE: www.pilothouserest.com

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whole foods market

Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive freshly prepared foods options in the city! With 4 bars featuring hot dishes & salads, a sandwich station, sushi station, and pizza station, you are apt to satisfy everyone in your group. All of the ingredients are free of any artificial colors, flavors or preservatives so food is fresh and flavorful from farm, ranch, or dock to your fork! Dine in the cafe or carry out. On any given day the selection offers an array of organic, local, vegan/vegetarian, and healthy options. Voted Best Salads by encore readers.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. Monday - Sunday. 8am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Seasonal, healthy, organic, vegan/vegetarian ■ WEBSITE: www.wholefoodsmarket.com

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina.

Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010.

Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847.

■ SERVING DINNER: Mon.-Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com

Dock Street oyster bar

Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

(910) 762-2827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Fresh daily steamed oysters.

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

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smoothies and more Tropical smoothie cafÉ

Tropical Smoothie Café’s menu boasts bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal, all made to order from the freshest ingredients. Our toasted wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads and gourmet salads are made fresh with highest quality of meats and cheeses, topped with fresh produce and flavorful sauces, available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The fun atmosphere and unparalleled hospitality brings customers back to Tropical Smoothie Café again and again. At Tropical Smoothie, we are guided by one simple belief: When you eat better, you feel better and when you feel better, all is better. It’s part of our mission to inspire a healthier lifestyle by serving amazing food and smoothies with a bit of tropical fun. 2804 S. College Road, Long Leaf Mall. (910) 769-3939.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon-Fri; 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat-Sun ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, at Shipyard Blvd. and College Rd. ■ WEBSITE: www.tropicalsmoothie.com

Casey’s Buffet

In Wilmington, everyone knows where to go for solid country cooking. That place is Casey’s Buffet, winner of encore’s Best Country Cookin’/Soul Food and Buffet categories. “Every day we are open, somebody tells us it tastes just like their grandma’s or mama’s cooking,” co-owner Gena Casey says. Gena and her husband Larry run the show at the Oleander Drive restaurant where people are urged to enjoy all food indigenous to the South: fried chicken, barbecue, catfish, mac‘n’cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, chicken‘n’dumplings, biscuits and homemade banana puddin’ are among a few of many other delectable items. 5559 Oleander Drive. (910) 798-2913.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesdays.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Pig’s feet and chitterlings.

■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com

Rx Restaurant & bar

Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx Restaurant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up Southern cuisine made with ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. The Rx chef is committed to bringing fresh food to your table, so the menu changes daily based on what he finds locally. Rx drinks are as unique as the food—and just what the doctor ordered. Join us for a dining experience you will never forget! 421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080.

■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; FriSat, 5-10:30pm; Sun., 10am-3pm and 5-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com

pembroke’s

A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant. Pembroke’s focuses on the same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce.

They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds. 1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-239-9153.

■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Open for dinner Tues-Sun, 5pm-close, with live music Fri-Sat nights. Sunday brunch, 10am-3pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.pembrokescuisine.com

Sports Bar Carolina Ale House

Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for awardwinning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11am-2am daily.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector TVs in Wilmington.

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

dig and dive

A new way to play with your food.” It isn’t just a catch phrase—it is what we do at Dig & Dive. Locally sourced, high-quality food is what we bring to the table. From our specialty “pork wings,” tossed in our famed bourbon-barrell Kentuckyaki sauce, to our fresh ground chuck burgers, to our dogs and sausages, and even salads and kids menu, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We pair it with an expansive craft beer selection—including a large selection of NC brewed beers—and we give you the most unique and

fun atmosphere in Wilmington, thanks to our soft-sand volleyball courts, outdoor and indoor dining. Hands down, we’re the best place in town to ... Eat. Drink. Play. 3525 Lancelot Lane. 910-202-9350.

■ SERVING LUNCH & Dinner: Sun.-Thurs., 11am-midnight; Fri.-Sat., 11am-2am.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Market Street and Darlington ■ FEATURING: Burgers, dogs, build-your-own French fries, sandwiches, craft beer, volleyball courts.

■ WEBSITE: www.DigandDive.com

hell’s kitchen

This is downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub! With every major sporting package on ten HDTVs and our huge HD projection screen, there is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style Reuben, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, pool, and did we mention sports?

Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. (910) 763-4133.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & ■ LATE NIGHT: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 priced select appetizers Monday

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■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

vegetarian/Vegan sealevel restaurant

Shop for gifts while you’re waiting on your to-go order or for the cook to fix your food. How about a lentil patty melt with fresh, handcut potato chips or a crisp salad for lunch?

If you’re looking for a high-fiber plate, we’ve got you covered: the brown-rice tortilla—which is gluten free, vegan and chockful of crunchy vegetables and creamy smoky eggplant spread and avocado—will surely suit you! With a side of creole-spiced organic red beans or our superb vegan purple coleslaw, it will be over the top! Vegan heaven exists: We serve sushi rolls and desserts especially to suit your preferences. Seafood lovers are mad about the shrimp burger, soft crab slider and the frequently featured Caribbean-spiced shrimp tostada, which combines the aforementioned purple slaw, spicy Jerk sauce, and cool avocado, and organic refried lentils on a crispy corn tortilla. Please stop in for lunch six days (not Tuesday/closed) from 11 am to 2 pm, and dinner Thursday through Saturday, 5 pm to 9 pm 1015 S. Kerr Ave. 910-833-7196.

■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., daily; Thurs-Sat., 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Closed Tuesdays ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Vegetarian,Vegan, Seafood, Gluten-Free ■ WEBSITE: www.sealevelcitygourmet.com

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Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups wel-

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PAWz-a-Plenty:

Pawz in Park returns for another year of family fun for furry friends

by: shannon rae gentry

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PUCKER UP, PUP: A doggie-kissing booth by Merit Pit Bull is one of several activities at the 2016 Pawz in Park event at Battleship Park, starting at 10 a.m. on Sat., April 30 . Courtesy photo.

ogs, cats, pigs, birds, rodents, lizards … if it can be a pet, there’s probably a rescue group out there putting forth efforts to ensure any of these displaced, lost or abused animals are cared for. Dogs in particular are so great in numbers; there are rescues and shelters who focus on specific breeds.

While rescue organizations may differ in the animals they serve, they share a common need to raise awareness and funds for their work. For three years the annual Pawz in Park event has had the mission to do just that: to join animal rescue groups

and the public for a day of fun, food, music, games, animal awareness, and adoption.

“Yes, there will be dogs and cats on site that are available for adoption,” co-founder Jennifer Bloech confirms.

This year’s Pawz in Park will be held at Battleship Park on Saturday, April 30. It will offer a full day of family fun with furry friends from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. However, the event organizers want folks to remember to bring a leash.

Aside from music, food, games, and an all-day DJ, the 2016 event will have raffles, silent auction, pet contests, a rescue-dog

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parade, dog pools for swimming, police K-9 presentations, as well as a return appearance from Netop the Painting Dog and more.

Jam many years ago as a volunteer

encore (e): What’s your personal connection to Pawz in Park and its cause?

When the founders of Paw Jam retired the event four years ago, several volunteers within different rescue groups got together to create Pawz in Park, understanding the importance of keeping awareness and fundraising alive through a fun annual event.

Jennifer Bloech (JB): I am a board member for Pawz Foundation, the parent nonprofit organization that hosts Pawz in Park.

I am a member of several Boston Terrier Rescue groups and got involved in Paw

JB: I have two senior Boston Terriers; I have gravitated toward rescuing older dogs that are no longer wanted and harder to adopt out. It’s amazing to see their

Bloech took some time to walk encore through the rest of Pawz in Park 2016.

e: Tell us about your own rescues.

transformation from timid animals to spoiled pets that have finally found the love they deserve.

Stella is 9 years old and currently in kidney failure, but doing well! Rambo is 14 years old and never socialized until I adopted him at age 12—he’s a scared old boy, still, but he is loving being loved. e: For readers who might be unfamiliar with Pawz in Park, can you paint a picture of what the day entails?

JB: It’s our third annual event, created for the sole purpose of educating the community about animal rescue! It’s a nonprofit event, and all monies raised benefit the participating 501(c)3 rescue groups. We’ll have over 20 local animal rescues involved, as well as over 20 petrelated vendors.

e: What’s new with the event this year?

JB: More rescues, more vendors, more fun! Some returning rescues are Coastal

Additional vendors that weren’t at the event last year include Cape Fear Soy Candles, Pretty Puppy Pet Collars, Family Dog Naturals, as well as a jewelry maker, popcorn vendor, food trucks, and more.

Some returning vendors are Aunt Kerry’s Pet Stop, Unleashed and the Pets Pal Inn. Folks can visit our website for a full list at www.PawzinPark.com e: Tell us about the pet contests: What do they entail and what’s the prize?

JB: There are three contests: BestDressed Pet, Pet/Owner Look-Alike and Best Pet Trick. Actually, each winner wins $100 in encore deals! e: What can you tell us about past winners?

JB: A bulldog and his owner were proud winners of Pet/Owner Look-Alike last year.

A true talent was a singing pooch, and the Best Dressed were two Dobermans in suits and ties—really!

e: What are some of the raffle and silent auction items this year?

JB: Lots of good stuff, including a signed Hammerheads jersey, facials, a year’s worth of free yoga, restaurant certificates, beach bags with koozies, tees and Frisbees, a Cuisinart coffee maker, a staycation at Wrightsville Beach, a donation from Build a Bear, and more! e: Can you tell readers more about what Pawz in Park proceeds benefit?

JB: One-hundred percent of the proceeds go back to 501(c)3-accredited animal-rescue organizations. The rescue groups use this money to foster, vaccinate, microchip, rehabilitate, and re-home surrendered and stray animals. e: What do you want folks to know or keep in mind if they’d like to bring their pooch to Pawz in Park?

JB: Please, clean up after your pooch, and be mindful of the interaction with children and other dogs. But have fun! We will have dog pools set up so the pups can enjoy a refreshing dip! e: Is there anything else you’d like to share with encore readers about 2016’s Pawz in Park?

JB: There are so many animals that

need adopting. There are so many rescue groups in need of volunteers. This event is a wonderful way to get exposure for the rescue groups and selfless volunteers who give their homes, hearts and resources to animals in need.

Please, join us to help these wonderful local causes! Perhaps you’ll end up finding a new best friend.

Details

Pawz in Park Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Humans $5; Pets get in free Battleship Park 1 Battleship Rd. NE www.PawzinPark.com

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We’ll also have a beer tent, food trucks, a silent auction, radio stations on site playing music, plus pet contests. Sledge from the Wilmington Hammerheads will be out from noon until 2 p.m. taking pictures with the kids, and Netop will be onstage doing a live demonstration. It’s fun for all!

Carolina Boston Terrier Rescue, Monty’s Home, Merit Pit Bull, and Operation TopCat. Some new rescues are Chihuahua Rescue, a parrot rescue, Pets for Vets rescue that pairs pups with veterans, and RACE (Rescue Animals Community Effort). None of these were on site last year.

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extra>>pet contest

Prince PUPPY:

Sir Bodhi wins encore’s 2016 Cutest Pet Photo Contest

by: Shannon Rae Gentry

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hat, we ask, is more precious than a puppy? Brand new to the world, full of energy, curiosity and love, puppies are capable of pulling the tightest of heart strings. Melting our hearts and taking home the win for encore’s cutest pet in 2016 is ...

Bodhi! “Technically, Sir Bodhi,” says Bodhi’s human dad, Bill Howard. “He’s a British Lab so we thought he should have a title.”

Bodhi came to Bill and his wife, Diana, from Shelby’s White Labs in Nashville, TN. Our cover photo was taken by Bill on their front steps when Bodhi was just 10 weeks old. Now he’s 13 weeks. Bill says Bodhi is the first puppy that has not been difficult to keep up with.

“He wants to stay right at our feet at all times,” he tells. “This closeness is great when taking him for a walk or keeping an eye on him for house training, but not as advantageous when we are at the top of a stairway.”

While the Howards are proud puppy parents, encore wanted to sniff out what makes their cute pooch tick. So, we asked Bodhi a few questions...

What’s your favorite food: I am pure kibble boy, but I did find something called a “hot dog” near the Trolley Stop that was unbelievable!

Favorite toy: Anything that squeaks is fun, but I find the best toys in the recycling bin when my parents aren’t looking: crinkly plastic bottles and cardboard are the best.

What does your human mom do that drives you crazy? She won’t share any of her shoes. She has plenty, and I don’t have any. Is one shoe too much to ask?

Your favorite way to interact with your human mom and dad is how? I love to just sleep at their feet, and I prefer to be touching one of them if possible.

What do you love most about your human parents? They give me treats for ev-

erything. I sit, I get a treat. I shake a paw, I get a treat. I lie down, I get a treat. I ... well ... I get treats for things I do outdoors. Mostly my mom gives me lots walks, belly rubs and affection—I’m very lucky she is my mom!

Do you have a best friend? I do. Trixie is my older sister. She is 11 years old and still full of energy.

If you could spend one day doing whatever you wanted, what would it be? I would walk up and down the beach, meeting everyone! People and other dogs at the beach are so friendly, and always stop to say hi to me.

So you like the beach? I love the beach— playing in the sand and in the edge of the surf, watching the kids play. Nowadays, Mom and Dad take me on their paddleboards, where I can run on the natural beaches, since Wrightsville Beach is closed to me and Trixie until the end of the season.

Do you like to swim? Now that I have all my shots, I’ve just started to enjoy the water and I’m still learning. I’ve noticed the ocean water doesn’t taste as good as the stuff I drink at home.

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that still doesn’t treat us as equals. Maybe one day things will change, but even so, I live in the best place in the world. Wrightsville Beach is the place for me!

Do you do tricks? I am learning to shake right now, and Dad tells me because I am so food motivated, I will learn a bunch of tricks over the coming months. But I will draw the line at balancing a treat on my nose. If they want me to do that, it better be one of those “hot dog” things.

How do you prefer to spend your free time? Free time? What is that? My life is full of eating, sleeping, chewing anything, chasing sticks, walking, and meeting dogs and people on The Loop. Maybe when I retire I’ll have a chance to write that novel I know I have inside me. For now, it’s work, work, work, work, work.

As a young pup, what kind of dog do you want to be when you grow up? I want to be a Canine Good Citizen / Pet Therapy dog; a dog that can visit the hospitals and retirement villages, to warm hearts, and cheer up people. There’s something about a wagging tail that helps melt my worries away.

Learning those new tricks are going to be great for making people smile.

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GOING ALOFT:

Chapter 9, Heavy Weather Part 1

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by: JOHN WOLFE

s the sun went down on our fourth day at sea, the horizon ahead of us darkened more than the usual approach of night demanded. The seas ahead looked greyer, more menacing.

Electric flashes in the distance betrayed lightning up ahead.

“Looks like we’re in for our first storm,” Captain said. The rest of us gathered in the cockpit (except for Passenger and Sinbad, who remained in their miserable bunks below), said nothing, only looked ahead at the rapidly approaching darkness.

“I’m going below and putting on my foul weather gear,” Captain declared. “I would advise you all to do the same.”

“What’s going on up here? Are we getting closer?” The fuming head Passenger popped out of the main hatch. The worsening motion of the ship, along with the increasing delay of our arrival date, and the rest of the crew’s apparent lack of concern with getting to Nassau in a hurry, had put him in a sour mood. “How much longer until we get to land?”

“Come outside or go back in,” Saint said. “You’re getting rain inside the boat.”

“We were just trying to decide what to do,” Captain said. “The wind is shifting in this storm and it’s blowing us off course.

I think the best course of action would be to heave-to until this storm passes and just drift with it.”

“Jesus, what? It’s going to take even longer? Why can’t you start the engine?”

While Artist minded the helm, Saint “We don’t have enough fuel for that,” I and I crept below and put on our bright said, my patience eroding. “Do you want yellow ponchos and rain pants. We had to paddle into the harbor when we arrive?” purchased these for $10 apiece at Har“Hey,” said Sinbad, poking his head bor Freight. They fit terribly. up next to Passenger’s, “why don’t you “You two look like the Gorton’s fisher- just sail 45 degrees off the wind and just man,” Artist said as we walked on deck. tack back and forth? We do it all the time She disappeared below to put on her in Long Island sound. I don’t see what foulies. would be so hard about that.”

It started raining—a steady drumming “I’m not sure you fully understand of drops returning home. The seas had where I’m coming from here.” Passenrisen to 10-feet high. The bigger waves ger’s voice grew high-pitched. “I really looked like trains rising up from the need to get back. I’m sure my emails are depths. The wind howled in our ears. Oc- starting to pile up.” casionally, the schooner lit up in a flash If your social life is so important, then of lightning, but mostly she remained a why did you come sailing with us in the dark shape—the only thing in the ocean that wasn’t the ocean. Captain watched first place? I wanted to say, but I didn’t want to start a bad feeling—not with the the telltales we tied to the shrouds. storm coming. I just shot him a glare and “Looks like the wind is shifting,” he said, “We can’t change the weather. All said. “What’s our course?” we can do is react to it.”

We had steered off the wind without “That’s all fine if you’re in a modern paying much attention to the compass. racing boat, but this is an old gaff-rigger,” “Looks like 290 degrees by the com- Captain explained patiently to Sinbad. pass,” Saint said.

“She sails best downwind or on a beam “That’s no good. That’s way too far to reach and doesn’t go to weather very the north. We’re going the opposite di- well. And I don’t want to risk blowing out rection from where we want to go.” Cap- a sail. If we heave-to for the night, we’ll tain paused to consider his options. “The all have a quiet, easy watch, and we can wind is nearly dead out of the south. reassess it in the morning. Hopefully, That’s not great. We can’t really sail that this storm will have passed by then.” high up into the wind—I don’t want to risk With an agitated sigh that, in a single, tearing our mainsail if it really starts to drawn-out syllable, expressed his total blow. These sails still have lots of patch- disapproval of how Captain was hanes in them from when I did the thousand dling the situation let us know Passenday voyage.” ger questioned why the hell was he on this wretched boat in the first place. It 38 encore | april 27 – may 3, 2016 | www.encorepub.com

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didn’t even have a hot shower. The nowsoaked head of Passenger disappeared again, down to his miserable bunk below, Sinbad following behind.

“OK, let’s start shortening sail,” ordered Captain. “Saint, Writer, put on your harnesses. Let’s go up front to drop the jib. Artist, keep the course.”

Saint and I walked slowly out onto the bowsprit, our harnesses clipped in, our bare feet desperately gripping the slick metal of the pulpit. Below us was the rolling sea, behind us the ship, above us the sail, and ahead of us only the Captain’s carved wooden dragon, our figurehead. The dragon defiantly raced ahead over the unfriendly water and led us through the wilderness of grey-blue.

We joined the dragon at the event horizon; the three of us would be the first to know what would happen to the rest of the ship. Everything important was following us now; alone we looked ahead into space and time.

“Ready, Captain!” I shouted.

“Here it comes!”

In the darkness of the rain-swept ship I could see the outline of Captain hauling on the downhaul to lower the sail. Simultaneously, the sail above our heads fluttered like a giant injured bird, desperate to remain flying; its oscillations overpowered the rain-drum with sounds of popping canvas. With two pairs of hands pull-

ing in a mad fury we freed the wounded bird from its half-state and returned it to the realm of the physical world. Saint released the wind from our servitude, that ephemeral spirit of the zephyr bounded away over the sea-tops. We were left with a mound of lifeless cloth bunched at our feet, soaking in the rain.

The sea tried hard to bounce us out of our perch as we lashed the sail to the pulpit, but our bare feet gripped the rails like geckos and we wouldn’t be moved.

The feeling bubbled up inside me that at this very instant something had changed.

In the driving rain and screaming wind, far out in the middle of the desolate, beautiful ocean, by our actions we had become sailors. We were united in experience with the generations of seafarers who had faced thunderstorms before us and had triumphed. I knew that now.

When I stood on a beach and looked out over the sea, I would see it differently.

Suddenly, Sinbad poked his shaggy head up from the companionway hatch.

“Captain!” he yelled, fear in his voice.

“We’re sinking! The bilge is filling up with water! I can hear it sloshing around!

We’re sinking! We’re sinking!”

John Wolfe is a licensed captain who still gets seasick in rough weather, but goes sailing anyway. He holds a BFA in creative writing from UNCW. When he’s not writing, he can be found on the water, playing music or drinking beer. “Going Aloft” is Wolfe’s nonfiction serialized piece, to be published in encore every other week in 2016.

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happenings & events across wilmington

to-do calendar events STAND AGAINST RACISM

4/28, 6pm: This campaign is one part of YWCA’s larger national strategy to fulfill our mission of eliminating racism. Theme is “On a Mission for Girls of Color!” We will amplify the national discussion about the impacts of institutional and structural racism on the lives of girls of color.

Potluck for Peace: Continuing the Conversation, Thursday, April 28, 6:00-8:30pm, YWCA Lower Cape Fear—an evening full of mature, enriching conversation and delicious food! We ask that

those attending bring a hearty, covered dish to share! Conversation focus will be on the 2016 Stand Against Racism theme: On a Mission for Girls of Color. Topics such as safe play, access to healthcare, economic issues, racial profiling, etc. will be discussed. Space is limited, so make sure to RSVP to Community Outreach Coordinator, Kelly Williams, by Monday, April 25! • 4/29, 11am-4pm, YWCA Lower Cape Fear—Stand Against Racism in unison with approximately 300,000 others across the country and host a range of locally organized events involving public policy, advocacy and community education which seek to foster and express commitment

to working for racial justice. Meet and greet, Peace Pledge signing, and a word from one of our county officials. At 12 noon, we will Stand Against Racism along S. College Road. Following the stand, we will have a celebration of multicultural food and entertainment at 1pm! YWCA, 2815 South College Rd. board games at the beach

4/29-5/1: Cape Fear Games presents annual 3-day board game convention at the Hampton Inn Medical Park. Will begin on Friday, 4/29, 8am, gaming can continue 24 hours each day until late Sunday evening (5/1). The weekend’s format will feature open-gaming along and a

play-to-win table where attendees can win the copy of the game they just played. Weekend Badge can be purchased for $40 or 2 for $70 (the Couples pass), as a Day Pass on Saturday for $30, or a Day Pass on Friday or Sunday for $25. No experience is necessary and fun will be had by all. Deadline to register is Fri., 4/22, noon.

No badges will be sold on-site. Hampton Inn Medical Park, 2320 S 17th St. ARTS SENSATION

4/29, 7:30pm: The 15th Annual Arts Sensation is an entertaining evening showcasing local talent for a music and dance spectacular to benefit Cape Fear River Watch. Featured musical performers The Midatlantic offer a unique blend of progressive folk, Americana, and bluegrass with a hint of rock and jazz. The captivating Company “T” Tap Dancers will perform along with a variety of dance from local choreographers and dancers with pieces from classical to contemporary.

More local dance companies and choreographers will perform. Tickets benefit the Cape Fear River Watch—a group of local citizens dedicated to improving and preserving the health, beauty, cleanliness, and heritage of the Lower Cape Fear River basin. $15. www.thalianhall. org. www.capefearriverwatch.org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

WILMINGTON WINE AND FOOD FEST

The 4th annual festival will be held from 5/5-8, at the historic Bellamy Mansion in downtown Wilmington. The 2016 Wine & Food Festival will feature local and statewide culinary masters. The four day event features special guest chef dinners, bartenders challenges, wine samplings, tasting events, live music, and a food truck rodeo featuring rapidly expanding local breweries.

It’s an opportunity for area chefs to showcase their incredible talent using local ingredients and for the community to sample the Cape Fear regions blossoming culinary scene all while raising money for local charities. The festival has raised more than $20,000 for local charities. Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St. Tickets/events: wilmingtonwineandfood.com

charity/fundraisers 2016 Audi Cabriolet RAFFLE

Wilmington Symphony Orchestra is raffling a 2016 Audi Cabriolet convertible, in partnership with Audi Cape Fear. Only 999 tickets will be sold! The drawing will be held on May 7. Audi Car Raffle: $125 + $3.75 transaction fee. Raffle ticket to win the new 2016 Audi Cabriolet 2.0.

Raffle tickets will be sent to buyer via U.S. mail.

Must be 18 years old to participate. You need not be present to win, but we hope you will join us at the Kentucky Derby Party and drawing event on May 7, and all ticket sales benefit the Enter your events online by noon, Thursdays,

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Wilmington Symphony Orchestra. The $125 purchase price of the ticket is not tax-deductible, but any amount in excess of $125 per ticket will be considered a contribution to the WSO. 600 tickets must be sold for the raffle to take place. In the event that the minimum is not met, you may choose to make this a tax-deductible donation to the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra or receive a full refund. www.wilmingtonsymphony.org.

GOLF TOURNAMENT

4/28: Leland area Rotary will hold this exciting full featured Golf outing at Cape fear National, considered the most prestigious golf course in the area. The newest golf course in the Wilmington NC area, Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest offers 18-holes of premium public golf in a setting of unmatched beauty. Range balls, “goodie bags,” and discounted golf apparel are available to all. plenty of opportunity for the players to win prizes, with golf poker, and games of skill including a chance to win a new car on our “hole in one” event! Joe Hagan: joe.lelandarearotary@gmail.com. (910) 371-2544. Cape Fear National Golf Course, 1281 CF National Dr.

FORE OUR FURRY FRIENDS

2016 Pender Humane Society FORE Our Furry Friends Golf Tournament proudly sponsored by Modern Woodman of America, and hosted by WECT News Anchor Kim Ratcliff, at Castle Bay Golf & Country Club on April 30th, for which we are seeking your support as a sponsor and/or as a golfer. Pender Humane Society is a No Kill Shelter serving Pender, New Hanover, Duplin & Onslow counties. By supporting this golf tournament, You have a direct impact on the rescue and care of these animals, and ultimate placement in their furever homes. The Staff and volunteers of Pender Humane love our four-legged furry friends, and want to have as great an impact on those unfortunate ones who are being abused, abandoned or who would be euthanized at other facilities. Sponsor packages are detailed on the website. Golfer sign up is also available on the website. Hole in one prizes at all Par 3’s, and a chance for $10,000 on #12! Four golfers chosen to participate in the $50,000 shootout after the round. www.2016FOFFgolf.com

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4/30, 9am: $125 per Player or $500 per Team.

Limited to first 30 teams. For More Information: Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame, www. gwshof.com, or call Sheila Boles at 910-2628454. Tee signs – $100. Please include a business car. Make checks payable to: Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame. Mail payment to: YMCA, Attn: Dick Jones, 2710 Market Street, 28403. 910-251-9622/dick.jones@wilmingtonfamilyymca.org. CF National Golf Course, 1281 Cape Fear National Dr.

GREAT ARTSPECTATIONS

4/30, 7pm: Great ArtSpectations VI—Live and silent art auction fundraiser for Cape Fear Center for Inquiry, public K-8 charter school. Coastline Convention Center. 6-7 p.m. Reception for Artists and Sponsors, 7-9 p.m. Silent and Live Art Auction of featured local artists and student artists. “Going Local” with artists: Dumay Gorham, Nicolle Nicolle, Sarah Howe, Stephanie Holt, Megan Deitz, and FREAKER USA. Great local food, beer, wine and dessert included in the $25.00 entry fee ($30.00 at door). Purchase tickets online at: http://cfci.net/greatart/. More info: 910-231-5142. Coastline Conference and Event Center, 501 Nutt St.

ONE LOVE TENNIS LUNCHEON

5/5, 11:30am: Fundraising luncheon to support the One Love Tennis program of the Lenny Simp-

son Tennis and Education Fund, an afterschool program that empowers and inspire young people, age 6-12, especially those at risk, to lead healthy, productive lives through participation in a tennis and academic enrichment program.

Suggested donation $100. Hilton Wilmington Riverside, 301 N Water St.

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music/concerts gipsy kings

Celebrating more than 25 years of flamenco, salsa and pop fusion, the Gipsy Kings will perform at Cape Fear Community College’s Humanities and Fine Arts Center on Wed., 4/27. www.capefearstage.com. $40-$75. (910) 362-7999. www. gipsykings.com. 701 N. Third St.

BASS STATION

Thursdays at The Juggling Gypsy Cafe is a weekly event presented by Bass Cadet Productions and centered around bringing an immersive interactive platform to highlight artists from around the East Coast and beyond. The event spotlights DJs, VJs, flow artists, painters and fire performers each week. This is more than a scene, it’s a movement. 1612 Castle St.

ANNIE MOSES BAND

4/30, 7:30pm: The Annie Moses Band combines the best of beloved genres in a style that unifies audiences young and old, classical connoisseurs and roots enthusiasts, jazz aficionados and bluegrass buffs. This is outstanding music.

The Band’s innovative sound has delighted audiences around the world—in record-breaking numbers of airings on PBS and on stages as diverse as Carnegie Hall and the Grand Ole Opry.

Tickets: www.thalianhall.org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

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NC SYMPHONY: BEETHOVEN CONCERTO

5/1, 7:30pm: Don’t miss this last NC Symphony performance of the 2015-2016 season! Enjoy an evening filled with the soothing tones of Beethoven’s violin masterpieces. $24-$67. www. capefearstage. Humanities and Fine Arts Center, CFCC campus, 411 N Front St.

theatre/auditions the real inspector hound

Two theatre critics named Moon and Birdboot are watching a ludicrous setup of a country house murder mystery, in the style of a whodunit. By chance, they become involved in the action causing a series of events that parallel the play they are watching. The title is a direct reference to the ending of Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap,” last month’s show. 4/28-5/1, 5-18, & 12-15. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St. $20 GA; $18 students, seniors, military and $15 all Thursday performances. (910) 367-5237, bigdawgpro@gmail. com, or through Brown Paper Tickets

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4/28-5/1: This enchanting classic of children’s literature is reimagined in brilliant musical style by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of ‘Night Mother. Orphaned in India, 11 year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his invalid son Colin. The estate’s many wonders include a magic garden which beckons the children with haunting melodies and the “Dreamers”, spirits from Mary’s past who guide her through her new life, dramatizing The Secret Garden’s compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal. Friday-Saturday evening shows at 7pm; Saturday morning and Sunday shows at 3pm. $12. Hannah Block Community Arts Center, 120 S. Second St.

PC PLAYWRIGHTS

The Port City Playwrights’ Project, a community of writers for stage and screen, meets Saturday, 4/30, 11am, at the Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Road, Wilmington. The agenda includes the reading of new work in preparation for next fall’s production as well as last-minute business for the upcoming Winners & Losers. Newcomers at all levels of development are invited to attend the session. https://portcityplaywrights. wordpress.com.

PAGE TO STAGE

4/27, 6:30pm: Page to Stage Unlimited presents a series of staged readings of original, locallywritten works offering a mix of comedy and drama with a different theme the fourth Wednesday of each month. FOR APRIL: Attendees will have had time to laughingly recover from any April Fool’s Day pranks and jokes played before you come experience an evening of thoughtprovoking and lively new works written by local playwrights. Feel free to bring friends along and give your reactions and feedback in a nurturing environment to Page to Stage’s more than forty local members. www.facebook.com/pagetostageunlimited?_rdr=p. Free and open to the public, donations appreciated. Cameron Art Museum, Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall, 3201 South 17th St.

A PROPORTIONAL RESPONSE

Browncoat Theatre is excited to announce auditions for its July production, “A Proportional Response,” directed by Nick Smith and based on the 1999 film “Deterrence” by award-winning writer/director Rod Lurie. When President Walter Emerson and his staff become stranded in a blizzard, they take refuge in a local diner. But while there, a crisis erupts in the Middle East, forcing the President to run the country’s response remotely, all while the denizens of the diner (and some of his staff) question him at every turn.

Hannah Block Community Arts Center on Mon., 5/2, 7-9pm, and Wed., 5/4, 7-9pm. Show dates: 6/30-7/3, 7/7-7/10, and 7/14-7/17. Multiple roles are available for all ages and genders. Auditions will be cold reads from the script. Nick Smith at browncoatad@gmail.com or call 336-817-3451.

Hannah Block Community Arts Center, 120 S. Second St.

WINNERS AND LOSERS

Port City Playwrights’ Project, Inc. will hold its third annual evening of staged, one-act play readings on May 1-2 at the Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St.. Winners & Losers consists of five short works which explore situations from a political campaign to a reunion to a job interview, with surprising and often humorous results.

Playwrights include Mary Classi, Brad Field, Susan M. Steadman, Ken Vest and Don Wood.

Show begins at 7:30 P.M., with doors opening at 7:10. As in the past, admission is free. Donations

gratefully accepted. Soft drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Discussion with the playwrights and cast follows the performance. portcityplaywrightsproject@gmail.com or https:// portcityplaywrights.wordpress.com.

comedy DEAD CROW

4/29-30, 7pm, 9:30pm: Alonzo Bodden was the winner of Last Comic Standing Season 3, and became of Judge for the show. He was the voice of “Thunderon” in the Power Rangers Movie, Alonzo has made the rounds on the late night television circuit including appearances on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” “The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn,” and “The Keenen Ivory Wayans” show.

His film credits include “Scary Movie 4,” “The Girl Next Door,” and “Bringing Down the House” starring Steve Martin and Queen Latifah. Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. Tickets: deadcrowcomedy.com

dance CONTRA DANCE

Evening of energetic, contemporary American country dancing—exercise that’s actually fun, done to live music by Box of Chocolates band—fiddle, percussion, guitar, dulcimer, bass, mandolin and more! Dress cool & comfortable, soft-soled shoes. 2nd and 4th Tues each month. All ages welcome. United Methodist Church, 409 S. 5 Ave.

art ALL STUDENT SHOW

Annual, juried exhibition features student work.

Traditionally over 75 pieces are submitted, including drawings, watercolors, oils, photography, acrylics, ceramics, sculptures and experimental media. A UNCW alumnus/alumna or community member is selected to juror the show and selects the awards, including Best of Show, which is purchased for the University Union Permanent Art Collection. UNCW Boseman Art Gallery, 601 S. College Rd.

topher alexander

Flytrap Brewing presents “Varied States” from local artist, Topher Alexander. He currently serves as the Assistant Gallery Director at UNCW CAB Art Gallery and teaches printmaking at the Cameron Art Museum School. Alexander’s artwork is driven by experimentation, and grounded in raw materials. On display through 4/30. Flytrap, 319 Walnut St.

ODYSSEY

Odyssey exhibit features new works from painters Kevin Bass and Sally Sutton. Both artists playfully traverse back and forth between faithful representation and extreme abstraction. 201 Princess Street, the corner of 2nd and Princess, in historic downtown Wilmington. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11AM until 6pm or by appointment.

ARTIFICIAL LIGHT

Duncan Hill’s photographic exhibition ‘Artificial Light’ is on view at UNCW’s Boseman Gallery until August 5th, 2016. http://uncw.edu/boseman.

UNCW Boseman Art Gallery, 601 S College Rd.

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Fourth Fridays feature art openings, artist demonstrations, entertainment and refreshments.

Administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County, Fourth Fridays have made downtown Wilmington an arts destination as art-savvy locals and visitors flock to our art spaces, said Rhonda Bellamy, executive director of the Arts Council of Wilmington/NHC. CALL FOR ARTISTS

Call for Artists by Wilmington Art Association for 2D Visual and 3D Heritage Arts adults 50 and over—Statewide Art Competition plus Exhibition and sale for three days. -$15 to enter 5 pieces of art. No uploading images Deadline to enter 4/25. www.wilmington-art.org

PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT

Visitors to the Azalea Garden tour discovered artists working in locations throughout the featured gardens. The artists moved from place to place, following both the sunlight and their imagination. Most of the artists worked all three days of the tour and some made it to several of the featured gardens. Spectrum Gallery will host a showing of the resulting artworks at The Forum, with an artists’ reception on Thursday, 5/5, 6-9pm. Refreshments and live music. In the time between the paint out in April and the gallery show in May, many of the artists are expected to develop more detailed paintings from their original sketches. 910-256-2323. Spectrum Gallery, 1125 J Military Cutoff Rd. spectrumartandjewelry.com.

CELIA MCGUIRE

My World on Canvas, exhibition by artist Celia McGuire presented at the Leland Cultural Arts Center. Visitors to the Center can enjoy her works through 4/30. Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way

SPRING FOUNTAINSIDE ART EXHIBIT

4/30, 10am: Local artists from the Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach and surrounding areas will line the sidewalks of Lumina Station for the spring Fountainside Art Exhibition event celebrating and promoting local artists. The event will take place Saturday, April 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit DREAMS of Wilmington, a local, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing youth in need with high-quality programming in the literary, visual and performing arts. Event guests will be able to browse art from 18 local specialty artisans’, enjoy live jazz music courtesy of the Doug Irving Trio band, and shop the locally owned, delightfully unique boutiques of Lumina Station, also opening at 10am. www.facebook. com/events/1132527123425593.

ARTWORKS

TheArtWorks mission is to enhance the community, assist the artist, contribute to the revitalization of downtown Wilmington, to preserve Wilmington’s commercial landmarks, and establish an international destination. To increase the livelihood of local artists and provide a place to create and display all types of art. TheArtWorks is an art village showcasing Wilmington’s vibrant visual, literary, and performing arts and provides art studios, gallery space, educational opportunities, and an event venue with the mission to foster a creative environment for artists and enhance Wilmington’s cultural community through art. 50+ artists actively create and sell their work through studios in TheArtWorks. Range of mediums for sale includes original, fine art, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, mosaics, photography, glass, block print, and unique handmade gifts. theArtWorksWilmington@gmail.com

DREAMS ARTISTS OPENING

Fri., 4/29, 6-8pm: Art opening by DREAMS artists. Refreshments served. Show will run through Friday, 5/6. art opening by DREAMS Artists. Refreshments will be served. The show will run through Friday, May 6th. In addition to the DREAMS art, view fine art by Brian Evans (ceramics), Debra Bucci (oil painting), Elizabeth Darrow (oil and collage on canvas), Traudi Thornton (ceramics), David Klinger (handcarved wooden boxes), Randi Rom (jewelry), Judy Hintz Cox (mixed media on canvas), Paul Muldawer (mixed media on wood), Matthew Leavell (sculpture), Helen Lewis (encaustic painting), Sherry Hellmer (decoupage furniture), and other artists. Art Bloom, 210 Princess St.

SARUS VVVROOM PARTY

4/30, 6pm: Feat. live performances by 2016 artists, free silk screening (bring your own item), and merchandise/artwork for sale. This will be a chance for artists to network and for audiences to mingle. Performances will include dance, theater, music, and video. Other evening events (6pm-Midnight) will include announcements regarding the 2016 festival lineup, a raffle event, body painting, and chair massages. The “Vvvroom” title represents the 2016 themes of Vibrations/Visions/Views for the Sarus Festival which will take place on Wrightsville Beach, at the Cameron Art Museum, and in the greater Wilmington area from 7/7-10. Note that this event is free to attend, but artwork and other specialty items will be charged a fee. Ironclad Brewery, 115 N 2nd St.

museums CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Through 6/5: Bones Of: Sculptures

by Dustin Farnsworth: New acquisition to the permanent collection in context of seven other works by this rising artist. Inspired by 19th century architecture of the theatre, Farnsworth reflects, “I create a lush, emotionally-charged rabbit hole to fall into and explore. These sculptures act as anthropological studies of cultural, familial and social heredity of a culture in the interim of post-industry and the coming age.” Farnsworth, a recent resident artist at Penland School of Craft (2012-2015) is now continuing his studio practice as a Windgate resident and Honorary Fellow at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2015-2016). • Through 7/10: Raise the Curtain: Galleries become two working studios in this presentation of the original front curtain unveiled October 12, 1858 during the premier opening of Wilmington’s Thalian Hall. The 32’ curtain painted by Russell Smith, Hudson River-inspired Pennsylvania artist, undergoes conserva?tion treatment while local artists paint a 19’ x 32’ replica of the venerable scene, featuring arrival of Viking long ships to Apollo’s temple, as oracles are read on the eve of the Olympic games. • Through 9/11: She Tells a Story celebrates the work of women artists from CAM’s permanent collection and connects the art forms of visual and literary arts. Fifteen Wilmington-area women writers contribute text (of their chosen format) on select works from the exhibition. The juxtaposition of the artwork with the written word will illuminate how these artists and writers explore their experiences, perspectives and world views through their chosen medium. • Through 7/17:

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Patchwork North America: Paintings by Virginia Wright-Frierson: From extensive travel by road and by air, Wright-Frierson has created over 100 paintings framing scenes, as if looking through a window, across the US and Canada. • She Tells a Story: Celebrates the work of fifty-two visual artists from CAM’s permanent collection and connects the forms of visual and literary arts. Exploring the catalytic relationship between visual imagery and text, CAM invited fourteen Wilmington-area writers to compose new work inspired by these selections. This juxtaposition of visual with word illuminates how artists communicate their experiences, perspectives and world views through their chosen medium. CAM Café hrs: Tues,-Sat,, 11am-3pm; Sun., 10am-3pm; Wed.Thurs. 5-9pm. 910-395-5999. www.cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St.

entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. Northend of downtown, 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634. www.wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE

Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered MonFri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. latimerhouse.org

CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM

World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy.” and “Sheena”, a 23ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth.

Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the interaction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 year history of WB. (910) 256-2569. 303 W. Salisbury St. www.wbmuseum.com.

STARRING CAPE FEAR

New Hanover County’s Cape Fear Museum is proud to showcase highlights of the region’s film history with the opening of its newest exhibit, Starring Cape Fear! Exhibit April 22nd and visitors can explore the history of the local film and television production industry from the 1980s to the present day. View artifacts from several productions including Firestarter, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dawson’s Creek, One Tree Hill and Tammy. See a cape and the ear from Blue Velvet, an Iron Man 3 mask, and the jet ski beloved by Kenny Powers (Danny McBride) in Eastbound & Down.

BELLAMY MANSION

One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, it focuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St.

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM

Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits. • Dino Day, 4/23, 9am: Free with admission or membership. Model Magic

LITTLE EXPLORERS: DRIVE-IN MOVIES The Cape Fear Museum will host a Little Explorers event on the 28 at 10 a.m. with a focus on “Drive-In Movies.” There will be interactive story time, exploration stations, and playtime centered around the theme. The event takes place outside in the new museum park. Event is appropriate for ages 3-6; parental participation required. Museum admission is $5-$8.

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market Street. clay to “make your own dinosaur bone.” Quicksand pit. Dino crafts in the art room. Free with admission. www.playwilmington.org 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534

kids stuff SUPER SATURDAY FUN TIME

Appropriate for ages 4-10, but all ages welcome. Dock the Dog and Dock Street Kids for 10 exciting episodes of Super Saturday Fun Time, TheatreNOW’s live theatrical show featuring local history and mystery and super guest stars, hosted by Captain Coy T. Plunkett (Zach Hanner). Live music, games, cartoons, short films, and his favorite surf “nuggets.” Dock Street Kids and their always-hungry dog, Dock, solve adventures. Parents can even drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly snacks and drinks available for purchase. We also do custom birthday packages with a chance to interact with all the characters and even step onstage and be a part of the action. /26: Mystery of Blackbeard Story Explorers

Cameron Art Museum, every Thurs., 1010:30am: Admission by donation. Bring your infant, toddler or preschooler for story time, gallery exploration and an art project! georgia@cameronartmuseum.org for more info. 3201 S. 17th St. LITTLE EXPLORERS: DRIVE-IN MOVIES

4/28, 10am: Explore the world around us with hands-on activities, experiments and fun in Museum Park! Enjoy interactive story time, exploration stations and play related to a weekly theme. In event of inclement weather, program moved inside. Perfect for children ages 3 to 6 and their adult helpers. Parental participation is required. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market Street

BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE

18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm.

(910) 762-0570. www.burgwinwrighthouse.com.

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HAMMERHEADS SOCCER

The goal of the Wilmington Hammerheads and the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation Department is to provide the highest quality soccer coaching program to the youth of our community. Hammerhead Players and Youth staff will teach the fundamental skills and advanced technical and tactical play necessary to enhance each player’s game. Continues through May 3. 1 Bob Sawyer Dr.

LIVE COMBAT LASER

4/30, 9:30am: Battlefield Live Wilmington, Wilmington’s only mobile laser tag company, will run free laser tag combat games at Healthy Kids Day Festival until 1pm, Empie Park, 3405 Park Ave. They’ll also be at Brunswick Riverwalk at Belville NC, 580 River Rd., 4/30, 10am.

Battlefield Live is the area’s mobile laser combat company, using latest state-of-the-art equipment, bringing popular video games like Call of Duty and Battlefield to life using “phasers” that emit harmless infrared beams like your TV remote. 910-338-1142 for more info.

film CUCALORUS CALL FOR FILMMAKERS

Cucalorus is officially accepting applications for the 22nd annual Cucalorus Film Festival and CONNECT Conference, 11/9-13! Artists can submit films (all genres, all lengths), performances, dance, music videos, virtual reality, artistic interventions, installations and multi-media stories. Entrepreneurs can submit to the CONNECT Conference; applications for

speakers, panels, workshops, and pitches are being accepted now. Cucalorus’ general call for entries extends through late July, with separate deadlines for Dance-a-lorus performance pieces and Works-in-Progress. The regular deadline is 6/23 and the late deadline is 7/14.

Cucalorus is also currently accepting submissions for the fifth annual Surfalorus Film Festival and a range of other year-round programs.

Natalie Lentz at programming@cucalorus.org.

815 Princess St. www.cualorus.org.

BORN TO BE BLUE

Ethan Hawke lights up the screen as jazz legend Chet Baker, whose tumultuous life is thrillingly re-imagined with wit, verve, and style to burn. In the 1950s, Baker was one of the most famous trumpeters in the world, renowned as both a pioneer of the West Coast jazz scene and an icon of cool. By the 1960s, he was all but washed up, his career and personal life in shambles due to years of heroin addiction.

(Rated R, 1 hour 38 minutes.) Presented by WHQR’s Cinematique, Thalian Hall, 310 Chesnut St. $8. www.thalianhall.org

THIRD ANNUAL JEWISH FILM FEST

Eight films showing, 5/1-11, followed by dessert receptions. www.wilmingtonjff.org. Pass: $80. Individual screening tickets available at www.thalianhall.org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

classes metal work and jewelry classes

Metal and wire work jewelry classes held every Tuesday morning, 10am-noon at the Han-

nah Block Community Arts Center at 2nd and Orange streets. $30/2 hour class (includes all supplies and tools for use in class). Pre-reg: Karen Keffer Pridemore, takeyourpickdesigns@yahoo.com.

INTEGRATIVE HEALING ARTS

Gentle Beginner Yoga, 8:30-9:15am, with Lisa Keating. Bring yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Lisa will lead you through gentle yoga postures and breathwork as you find and connect with your inner self. • Workshops 9:30am4:15pm: Delve into information provided by knowledgeable teachers and learn about yourself through self-hypnosis, hand analysis, psychic and intuitive practices, physical movement, meditation, massage, and more.

Learn to maintain the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual body in a timeless condition of vibrant natural harmony. We offer four session with 19 different workshops to choose from. unitywil.com. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Ave.

PILOXING SSP

Thurs, 6:30pm: A high-energy interval workout that uniquely blends the power, speed, and agility of boxing with the targeted sculpting and flexibility of pilates. Supplemented by the use of weighted gloves, further toning the arms and maximizing cardiovascular health. Add to that fun dance moves for a workout that will tone muscle, burn fat and empower you both physically and mentally. 31 Fitness, 4209 Oleander Drive Suite 8

ART CLASSES

Four weekly sessions; 2 hours, $80. • Tues, 10am-noon: Collage—Create beautiful collages from found papers in a series of fun collage

lessons including textures, color gradation, paper dynamics, content, photo portrait and more. • Wed. 10am-noon: Drawing w/Pen and Ink—Learn to shade to depict light and shadow, line drawing and how to draw anything. • Thurs, 10am-noon: Acrylic Painting—How to paint light and shadow, color and brush dynamics, mixing colors, mediums and choosing a painting style. For beginners or experienced students that want to refresh their skills. Beginners or experienced students. Sunroom Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure.

MINDFUL MEDITATION

Register for an upcoming continuing education course. Class begins 4/28-5/12. earn meditation techniques to help you deal with stress, anxiety, and negative emotions. You will develop a more intuitive, heart-centered way of life. This course is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning how to meditate, regardless of background or belief. Students should wear comfortable clothing. 3 contact hours.

Thurs., 5:30-6:30pm. $45: www.cfcc.edu. 402 N. Front St.

pine needle crafts

4/28, 5:30pm: Enjoy crafting in a small class with personalized instruction by local craftswoman Melanie Walter. When the class is over, your hand-sewn creation is yours to keep or give as a gift. Three-hour class will focus on traditional coiling, with added emphasis on forming the shape of a bowl. $55 per person, including all materials. Pre-register today at www.cfcc.edu/communityenrichment or 910362-7572. Burnett Building, room W-002, CFCC, 401 N. Water St.

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Cape Fear Museum will offer Confidence in Astronomy, an astronomy teacher workshop, on 4/30, 8:30am-11:30am, in collaboration with the UNCW’s Center for Education in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (CESTEM). Educators will practice setting up and taking down the Starlab portable planetarium, running a star show for students, and using the solar telescope—equipment available for check-out from CESTEM. This workshop is offered at no cost to teachers. Space is limited to 25. Register by calling 910-962-3168 or online at www.uncw.edu/cestem/pd.html. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

gym. Class will meet for approximately 1 hour on Tues/Thurs, All fencing equipment provided, students should wear loose fitting clothing and sneakers. Ages 8 - 80. $50 plus a $10 membership to USA Fencing good until July 31. Taught by Internationally accredited instructor. Tileston Gym at St. Mary, 5th and Ann

lectures/readings BOOK READING W/MAGGIE MITCHELL

4/30, 7pm: Maggie Mitchell will be reading from her novel, Pretty Is, about two women who were kidnapped together as young girls. The New York Times calls it a “stunning, multilayered debut.”

SIP AND PAINT

4/28, 6pm: Presented by Hot Mess Studio, learn to paint the beautiful wilmington azalea.

Class includes: artist, 2 glasses to paint, paint & supplies! Relax and enjoy a 2-drink minimum. Reservations at www.shop.hotmessstudios.com. NeMa Lounge & Eatery, 225 S. Water St.

clubs/notices naacp meeting

The New Hanover NAACP monthly meeting is Thurs., 4/28, 7pm, St. Stephen AME Church, 501 Red Cross Street, Wilmington. Members and friends are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 910-765-0102 or email nhcnaacp@gmail.com. St. Stephen AME Church, 501 Red Cross St.

BUILDING A COMPOST BIN

4/30, 9:30am: Come and learn how to build your own compost bin! Bring your own battery powered hand drill and we will work in teams to construct compost bins. The first 10 to preregister, at salvage@historicwilmington.org, for this workshop may take home a bin! www. facebook.com/historicwilmingtonfoundationnc and www.historicwilmington.org. Legacy Architectural Salvage Behind Stevens Ace Hardware, 1831 Dawson St.

BOYS CHOIR ABC SALE

BEGINNING FENCING CLASS

5/3, 6:30pm: Cape Fear Fencing Association 6 week beginning fencing class starts May 3rd at 6:30 pm in the basement of the Tileston

A.B.C. Sale (Attic, Basement, Closet): Saturday, April 30, 8am-1pm, St. Paul’s Episcopal (16th & Market). Preview Sale: Fri., 4/29, 5-7pm. $5 includes complimentary beverage.

Proceeds benefit Wilmington Boys Choir. Ronnie Wise, wilmingtonboyschoir@gmail.com or 910-762-4578. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St.

HABITAT RESTORE LELAND

4/30, 11am: Celebrating our first year of service to the community. Activities for children: Leland fire and police vehicles exhibition.

Food available from Duke’s Old South BBQ and Papa Johns. Music. Special discounts and giveaways. Tables providing information about home ownership and volunteer opportunities. Habitat Restore, 414 Village Rd NE

rich inlet boat cruise

5/5, 8am: Join the federation’s Coastal Advocate, Mike Giles, on a half-day boat cruise and island excursion to Rich Inlet—an important birding area and the gateway to the unspoiled Hutaff-Lea Island barrier island complex. Figure 8 Homeowners Association is still pursuing permits to construct a rock and steel wall, called a terminal groin, on the north end of the island at Rich Inlet to combat episodic erosion which no longer threatens the northern end of the island or the inlet. Proposal has the potential of permanently affect this natural inlet and beach habitats that are critically important for threatened and endangered species like the piping plover and sea turtles. The inlet and public waters and beaches are important recreational areas for boaters, beachcombers and fisherman. Learn what the issues are and how you can help stop this ill-advised project on of the few naturally functioning inlets left in the state. $40 member, $55 non-member. Fred and Alice Stanback Education Center, 309 West Salisbury St.

culinary PC BREW BUS

Port City Brew Bus offers public brewery tours that are open to anyone 21 years or older. Eat a hearty breakfast before the tour. We will have pretzels, snacks, and water but there isn’t a stop for lunch. Visit three breweries to experience their facilities, understand the brewing process unique to their beers and enjoy samples of their offerings. $55. www.portcitybrewbus.com. (910) 679-6586 CULINARY TECHNIQUES: SMALL PLATES

4/30, 9am: When the weather warms up, it’s time to entertain! This class will cover a variety of tapas-style “small plates” including a beautiful cheese board, along with sweet and savory appetizers and desserts sure to impress your guests. Cost: $50 per person. Limited space available! Pre-registration required by April 27.

CFCC Union Station, 502 N. Front St.

SUNDAY SUPPERS: PINPOINT

PinPoint will launch a new Sunday Supper dinner series on Sundays to showcase area farmers and purveyors. Dinners will benefit area charities for the entire month they are offered. For the first month. Showcasing local farmer Wholesome Greens—an artisanal suburban farm in Wilmington. Three-course menu will feature some of the microgreens, herbs and produce grown by the farmer and will be served in a family-style offering. Sun., 5-8pm for special Sunday Supper menu—$25/ person and $10 for kids 3-12. Limited seating at 6:30pm for guests to dine specifically with the farmer and a representative of the charity at a special long table in the restaurant, served family style. 10 percent of all money raised during the March Sunday Supper series will benefit the Food Bank of Central & Eastern

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North Carolina at Wilmington. www.pinpointrestaurant.com. 114 Market St. FARMERS’ MARKET

Wednesday, 8:30am, at Poplar Grove Plantation. Vendors vary weekly w/locally grown fruits and vegetables, free-range egg, Poplar Grove’s own chickens; artisan vendors w/ handmade jewelry, candles, wind chimes, bird feeders, cutting boards, coffee tables, just to name a few. Bath and body products are available in a wide selection of all-natural items, with specialty items for him and her. Locally prepared foods and drinks will keep you satisfied while you’re here, and make an easy lunch or dinner when you leave. Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 US Hwy 17 N • Riverfront Ogden Farmers’ Market, Wed., 8am-1pm: Shop for locally grown and produced vegetables, baked goods, eggs, meats, seafood, NC wines, jams & jellies, plants for the garden & home, plus artisan soaps, woodwork, jewelry, candles and much more. Ogden Park • Downtown Riverfront Market opens 8am, 4/16. Water St.

NATURE’S WAY GOAT FARM

Nature’s Way Goat Farm tour! Nature’s Way supplies the co-op with a variety of goat cheese. Learn about the farm, meet the farmers, and feed and play with the baby goats.

Tickets must be purchased in advance at Tidal Creek, $5-$10. Visitors can arrive at 10am and play with the baby goats, with the feeding starting at 11am. Farm tour will follow and wrap by noon. Farm fresh products available for purchase after the tour. 115 Crystal Ct., Hampstead.

TASTE CAROLINA FOOD TOURS

Sample an eclectic assortment of downtown restaurants, enjoy food and drink, and meet

some of the city’s best chefs. Public parking available. Saturday tours include a 2:30pm Downtown Afternoon Tasting Tour ($50/person) and a 3pm Downtown Dinner & Drinks Tour ($65/person). A 10am Farmers’ Market Tour ($75/person) and cooking class available. tastecarolina.net WILMINGTON VEGAN POTLUCKS

Wilmington Vegan Supper Club Potlucks take place every first Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at Kitchen & Lounge at South Front Apartments, located on Greenfield Street at 2nd Street, across the street from Satellite.

Bring a vegan dish to share, and swap recipes and socialize. Wilmington Vegan Lending Library will be there for you to grab a book as well. Bring a list of ingredients along with your dish (or even better, the recipe!. Dishes absolutely must be completely vegan—no meat, no fish, no dairy, no eggs, no chicken stock, no honey, and so on. Bring a plate, utensils, and a drink. http://wilmingtonvegan.com

TASTING HISTORY TOURS

Tasting History Tours of Pleasure Island; guided walking tours. From its beginnings as a tourist destination, the island has weathered destructive fires, tragic hurricanes, naval battles and more. Tasting History takes you through the streets of CB and into a few of the restaurants to taste some of what the locals have to offer.

Join us for an afternoon of interesting history and tasty eats. $32.50. tastinghistorytours. com. 910-622-6046.

FERMENTAL

Free tasting ever Friday, 6pm. • Third Wednesday of each month feat. musical and brewing talents alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share,

sample, and trade their creations: an evening of beer and an open stage. PA and equipment provided. Share cups available. All genres. All beer styles. Free. • 4/30, 6pm: An Evening with CELEBRATE RECOVERy Hi-Wire Brewing includes a visit from sales diLife Community Church, located inside Inderector Tom Plourde of Asheville alongside Hipendence Mall, will have a Celebrate RecovWire’s graphic artist and package designer, ery meeting every Monday evening at 6:30 Charlotte Oden well as multiple Hi-Wire draft pm starting with fellowship followed by a large selections, bottles, giveaways, food truck, live group meeting at 7 pm. Support groups for music, and more. Fermental’s final 2016 NC Beer Month salute also serves as a fundraiser for the New Hanover County Parks Conservancy’s final phase of construction of the Ogden Skate Park planned for Northern Wilmington later this year. Fermental hopes On May 5, Bellamy Tea Series will be preparing this event brings in a large portion for their Spring Garden Tea. They invite folks of the remaining monetary needs to complete this nearby park. Raffle to dress in their formal wear, pinkies out, while items from Eastern Skateboard Supsipping and noshing on sandwiches and desserts ply and other local business will also catered by A Thyme Savor. The event will be be featured throughout the event as well as a portion of the evening sales held during two time slots: 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. at donated by Fermental directly to the Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market Street. Tickets are cause. Food Truck for the evening is $37.50 and can be purchased at bellamymanPoor Piggy’s BBQ 6pm/ Live music begins at 8pm with Nelson & The sion.org or 910-251-3700.

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Fermental, 7250 Market St.

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5/2, 11am: Time for Tea! Spring Garden Tea, Dress up in your spring finery and join us for tea in the elegant formal parlors of the Bellamy Mansion, 5/2, 11am or 2pm! Purchase tickets online or call 910.251.3700. Seating is limited and filling up fast! Only $37.45 per ticket.

Sandwiches and yummy desserts catered by A Thyme Savor. Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market Street.

men and women follow at 8 pm. The meeting is in the Extension located across from Branches bookstore and the church auditorium. For more information. contact Jodie at 910-547-8973 , LifeCC office at 791-3859 or go to Lifecc.com.

Life Community Church, 3500 Oleander Dr. TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP

Transgender Support Group, 1st Thurs./mo., 7-8pm. For more information please contact Therapist Nova Swanstrom: 910-343-6890.

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CHADD

Wilmington Area CHADD meets on the 2nd Monday of every month from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B. This free support group is open to a growing group of parents, grandparents and individuals affected by AD/ HD who understand what it takes to face its daily challenges. Free. Pine Valley United Methodist Church 3788 Shipyard Blvd., bldg B. www.WilmingtonCHADD.org

PFLAG

PFLAG Meeting is first Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.

tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR

Ever wanted to meet authors living and dead, and tour locations from books, poems, and plays? Explore the rich culture of our talented Southern town with a 90 minute walking tour of the literary history of downtown Wilmington, NC. Visit “The Two Libraries.” Walk the streets of your favorite novels, and stand where Oscar Wilde did when he lectured here. Saturdays, 1:30pm, Old Books on Front St. 249 N. Front St. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1282390

CONFEDERATE WALKING TOURS

Experience Wilmington’s people, history and architecture in the late antebellum period and during the conflict, conducted by noted Wilmington historian Bernhard Thuersam. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington, James Monroe, Daniel Webster, Henry Clay, Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis, Alexander Stephens and more. In-depth 90-minute tours are by appointment only, Sunday through Saturday, call 910.619.4619 or bernhard1848@gmail.com for current prices. Step-on and personalized tours downtown and local forts available. Tour begins at foot of Market St. www.cfhi.net.

GHOST WALK

6:30pm & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Admission charge. Meets at Water & Market streets. Reservations required: 910794-1866; www.hauntedwilmington.com

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

“The oracle I’m about to present may be controversial. It contains advice that most astrologers would never dare to offer an Aries. I believe you are more receptive than usual to this challenge; I am also convinced you especially need it right now. Are you ready to be pushed further than I have ever pushed you?

Study this quote from novelist Mark Z. Danielewski: “Passion has little to do with euphoria and everything to do with patience. It is not about feeling good. It is about endurance. Like patience, passion comes from the same Latin root: ‘pati.’”

“Everyone who has ever built a new heaven first found the power to do so in his own hell.” That noble truth was uttered by Libran philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, and I bet it especially will be meaningful for most of you during the rest of 2016. The bad news is in the past few months you’ve had to reconnoiter your own hell a little more than you would have liked, even if it has been pretty damn interesting. The good news is these explorations will soon be winding down. The fantastic news is you are already getting glimpses of how to use what you’ve been learning. You’ll be well-prepared when the time comes to start constructing a new heaven.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You’re in a phase of your cycle when you’ll be rewarded for your freshness and originality. The more you cultivate a “beginner’s mind,” the smarter you will be.

What you want will become more possible to the degree that you shed everything you think you know about what you want. As the artist Henri Matisse said, if a truly creative painter hopes to paint a rose, he or she “first has to forget all the roses that were ever painted.” What would be the equivalent type of forgetting in your own life?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) “Am I still a hero if the only person I save is myself?” asks poet B. Damani. If you posed that question to me right now, I would reply, “Yes, Gemini. You are still a hero if the only person you save is yourself.” If you asked me to elaborate, I’d say, “In fact, saving yourself is the only way you can be a hero right now.

You can’t rescue or fix or rehabilitate anyone else unless and until you can rescue and fix and rehabilitate yourself.” If you pushed me to provide you with a hint about how you should approach this challenge, I’d be bold and finish with a flourish: “Now I dare you to be the kind of hero you have always feared was beyond your capacity.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) “We have to learn how to live with our frailties,” poet Stanley Kunitz told “The Paris Review.” “The best people I know are inadequate and unashamed.”

That’s the keynote I hope you will adopt in the coming weeks. No matter how strong and capable you are, no matter how hard you try to be your best, there are ways you fall short of perfection. Now is a special phase of your astrological cycle when you can learn a lot about how to feel at peace with that fact.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) How do plants reproduce? They generate seeds designed to travel. Dandelion and orchid seeds are so light they drift long distances through the air. Milkweed seeds are a bit heavier but easily are carried by the wind.

Foxglove and sycamore seeds are so buoyant they can float on flowing water. Birds and other animals serve as transportation for burdock seeds, which hook onto feather and fur. Fruit seeds may be eaten by animals and later excreted, fully intact, far from their original homes. I hope this meditation stimulates you to think creatively about dispersing your own metaphorical seeds, Capricorn. It’s time for you to vividly express your essence, make your mark and spread your influence.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

I watched a video of a helicopter pilot as he descended from the sky and tried to land his vehicle on the small deck of a Danish ship patrolling the North Sea. The weather was blustery and the seas were choppy. The task looked at best strenuous, at worst impossible. The pilot hovered patiently as the ship pitched wildly.

Finally, there was a brief calm; he seized on that moment to settle down safely.

According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you may have a metaphorically similar challenge in the coming days. To be successful, all you have to do is be alert for the brief calm—then act with swift, relaxed decisiveness.

“It is a fault to wish to be understood before we have made ourselves clear to ourselves,” philosopher Simone Weil said. I hope that prod makes you feel a bit uncomfortable, Aquarius. I hope it motivates you to get busy investigating some of your vague ideas and fuzzy self-images and confused intentions. It will soon be high time for you to ask for more empathy and acknowledgment from those whose opinions matter. You’re overdue to be more appreciated, to be seen for who you really are. Before any of that good stuff can happen, you will have to engage in a flurry of introspection. You’ve got to clarify and deepen your relationship with yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) “Show me a man who isn’t a slave,” the Roman philosopher Seneca wrote. “One is a slave to sex, another to money, another to ambition; all are slaves to hope or fear.” Commenting on Seneca’s thought, blogger Ryan Holiday says, “I’m disappointed in my enslavement to self-doubt, to my resentment towards those that I dislike, to the power that the favor and approval of certain people hold over me.”

What about you, Virgo? Are there any emotional states, bedeviling thoughts or addictive desires you’re a slave to? The coming weeks will be a favorable time to emancipate yourself. As you do, remember this: There’s a difference between being compulsively driven by delusion and lovingly devoted to a worthy goal.

Polar explorer Richard Byrd (6

“Zugzwang” is a German-derived word used in chess and other games. It refers to a predicament in which a player cannot possibly make a good move.

Every available option will weaken his or her position; I propose we coin a new word that means the opposite of zugzwang: “zugfrei.” It shall hereafter signify a situation in which every choice you have in front of you is a positive or constructive one; you cannot make a wrong move. I think this captures the essence of the coming days for you, Scorpio.

“We need people in our lives with whom we can be as open as possible,” declares psychotherapist Thomas Moore. I agree. Our mental health thrives when we can have candid conversations with free spirits who don’t censor themselves and don’t expect us to water down what we say. This is always true, of course, but it will be an absolute necessity for you in the coming weeks. So I suggest you do everything you can to put yourself in the company of curious minds that love to hear and tell the truth. Look for opportunities to express yourself with extra clarity and depth. “To have real conversations with people may seem like such a simple, obvious suggestion,” Moore says, “but it involves courage and risk.”

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) “I have never let my schooling interfere with my education,” writer Mark Twain said. That’s excellent advice for you to apply and explore in the coming weeks. Much of the time, the knowledge you have accumulated and the skills you have developed are supreme assets. For the immediate future, they could obstruct you from learning the lessons you need most. For instance, they might trick you into thinking you are smarter than you really are. Or they could cause you to miss simple and seemingly obvious truths that your sophisticated perspective is too proud to notice. Be a humble student, my dear.

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