August 13, 2014

encore

The Cape Fear’s Alternative Voice for 30 Years!

VOL. 31 / PUB 7 / FREE AUGUST 13 – 19, 2014

www.encorepub.com

E H T N O

E S R

Downtown ILM's ongoing revitalization efforts visibly progress|pgs. 4-7

Fresh from the Farm

Vol. 31/ Pub. 7/ August 13 – 19, 2014 www.encorepub.com

on the cover

EVENT OF THE WEEK Sat., Aug. 16th, 10 a.m.

Meet, Greet and Read

The Riverfront Farmers’ Market is a curbside market featuring local farmers, producers, artists & crafters.

Join Pomegranate Books (4418 Park Ave.) as they host Red4Ed candidates for New Hanover County School Board: Tom Gale, Chris Meek and Emma Saunders.

The education enthusiasts will read from their favorite

OPENING DAY

books. The event kicks off their August book drive, which benefits Winter Park School. Folks are encouraged

Saturday, April 5th 8a.m. to 1p.m.

Runs through November 22nd

OPEN RAIN OR SHINE!!

to purchase a book for the shcool or donate No. 2 pencils, Expo markers (for mini white boards), tissues, hand sanitizer, crayons, and copy paper. The event is free!

a revitalized downtown, Pgs. 4-7 A host of new businesses, apartment complexes and condos are springing up across downtown Wilmington. The Brooklyn Arts District and the Castle Street Antique and Arts District (pictured above) are among the areas being redeveloped. As well, the Cape Fear Community College’s Humanities and Fine Arts Center will open in the fall of 2015. Ed Wolverston, leader of Wilmington Downtown Inc., offers insight to what makes our area attractive. Photo by Christian Podgaysky

• Fruits • Vegetables • Plants • Herbs • Flowers • Eggs • Cheeses

• Meats • Seafood • Honey • Baked goods • Pickles • Jams & Jelly • Art & Crafts

MUSIC

EDITORIAL> Editor-in-Chief: Shea Carver // shea@encorepub.com

pgs. 12-13

J.D. Wilkes and the Dirt Daubers play Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar on Thursday.

Editorial Assistant: Christian Podgaysky // music@encorepub.com

Photo by Joshua Black Wilkins

Art Director: Kyle Peeler // ads@encorepub.com

>

Intern: Chad Lovette

N. Water St. between Market & Princess at Riverfront Park.

Film

MUSIC LINE UP AUGUST 16

p. 22

Taylor Kowalski talks about his newly streaming film, “We Can’t Help You”

GRACE ADELL

<

SEPTEMBER 6 RAPHAEL NAMÉ

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! For more information call 538-6223 or visit www.wilmingtondowntown.com

To enter events on encore’s new online calendar, generated by SpinGo, head to www.encorepub. com/welcome/events-2. Events must be entered by every Thursday at noon, for consideration in print and on our new app, encore Go. E-mail shea@encorepub.com with questions.

Dining p. 28 The second annual Port City RibFest heats up this weekend.

>

Chief Contributors: Gwenyfar Rohler, Anghus Houvouras, Jay Schiller, Tom Tomorrow, Chuck Shepherd, Mark Basquill, Rosa Bianca, Rob Brezsny, Jay Workman, Christian Podgaysky SALES> General Manager: John Hitt // john@encorepub.com Advertising: John Hitt // Downtown // Carolina Beach // john@encorepub.com Shea Carver // Midtown, Monkey Junction // shea@encorepub.com Rose Thompson // Wrightsville Beach, N. Wilmington // rose@encorepub.com Office Manager: Susie Riddle // susie@adpakweekly.com Distribution Manager: Boykin Wright Published weekly, on Wednesday, by HP Media. Opinions of contributing writers are not necessarily the opinions of encore.

Inside This Week: Live Local, pgs. 4-5 • News, pgs. 6-7

encore

News of the Wierd, p. 10 • Op-Ed, p. 11 • Music, pgs. 12-17 • Theatre pgs. 18-19 Art, pgs. 20-21 • Film pgs. 22-23 • Dining, pgs. 24-28 • Calendar, pgs 32-56

2 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

P.O. Box 12430, Wilmington, N.C. 28405 email@encorepub.com • www.encorepub.com Phone: (910) 791-0688 • Fax: (910) 791-9534

encore | august 13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 3

news > live local

Live Local Live Small:

“W

hen I started looking around [downtown] and seeing things that were just being completed, already under construction or being announced, I got to a total of just about $208 million worth of projects,” Ed Wolverton, CEO of Wilmington Downtown, Inc. (WDI), says grinning. After less than a year holding the job, that comes as great news to share.

He is quick to point out his arrival eight months ago coincided with an improvement in our regional economy and banks increasing a willingness to invest. Still, $208 million is quite a significant number. Wolverton attributes the economic growth

to newly (or soon-to-be) completed projects: Marriot Courtyard, City Block Apartments, CFCC’s Humanities and Fine Arts Center, the Convention Center hotel, Hotel Indigo, Pier 33, Sawmill Point, and the list goes on. That’s a lot of people working downtown to get these projects built. Hopefully, once finished it will be even more compelling to live, visit, and spend downtown “A million [dollars] here, a million there— and it’s an impressive number,” Wolverton agrees.

What will it mean when those projects are completed? What does that investment look like? Wolverton aims for a larger

Talking with Ed Wolverton about the promising future of historic downtown Wilmington By: Gwenyfar Rohler

Above: Ed Wolverton discusses downtown growth. Photo, courtesy Wilmington Downtown, Inc. 4 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

trend toward tourism for downtown.

“There’s convention business out there that we need to be perusing in a better way,” he points out. He informed that outside of the beaches, ou riverwalk is one of the major draws of the area.Connie Nelson, PR director at the Wilmington and Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau, elaborates.

“Based on surveys, it has been identified as one of our two key ‘attractors’ for the destination,” she says. She defines an “attractor” as “an asset that, on its own, has the ability to inspire someone to travel to a destination, regardless of what else the destination has to offer.”

Per the visitor bureau’s measurements (that’s what they do: measure things), the Riverwalk doesn’t stand as the only main attractor. “Our two key attractors are our historic riverfront town (which includes the Wilmington Riverwalk) and our island beaches,” she says. “Thus, much of our marketing is centered around the riverfront and our three island beaches.”

After a little discussion with some friends, one person pointed out the “A River Runs Through It” edition of Southbound Magazine out of Atlanta from earlier in the year. It included Wilmington in its roundup of riverfront towns to visit.

The riverwalk can be utilized in many ways. It’s a wedding destination, not to mention a locations hotspot for film and television (“Dawson’s Creek,” “One Tree Hill,” “Matlock,” “A Walk to Remember,” and “Empire Records,” to name but a few).

There’s no denying it that everywhere we turn in Wilmington, film money is spreading through our economy. And, of course, filming downtown has greatly contributed to not only businesses’ survival in the shortterm (rentals, prop purchases), but also the long-term. We get investment from tourists and even the creation of new business, like the Hollywood Location Walking Tour.

There are many issues facing downtown, but that proves no different from any other main-street area in the country. There must be an ongoing discussion about what is happening now and what the future will hold. Of many issues on the table, there are two that seem to be capturing most attention. One discussion addresses the redevelopment of the parking-deck site.

While Wolverton was in Greensboro with Downtown Greensboro Inc, he was involved with the development of the Center City Park. It is not an identical project to ours, but it holds similarities. One key difference between the two projects is the Center City Park is privately owned, but publically available. Conversely, if the parking-deck site were redeveloped as a park (one possibility on the table), it would be publically owned. As it looks now, it would have to be privately managed.

“A key difference between Greensboro and here, in terms of that kind of park de-

velopment, is that there was a definite intention of the park also being an economic development engine,” Wolverton elaborates. “In this case, there is not much of an opportunity to do that.”

The development and management of the Center City Park relied heavily on a Municipal Service District (MSD) in Greensboro. “[It] is essentially a special tax on downtown businesses and property owners to pay for extra services,” he states.

Wilmington had a failed effort to pass a MSD, one led by WDI before Wolverton was hired. (FYI: I was an opponent; my major opposition being that it was presented to us as a frait accompli). Such project leaders need to interact with stake holders to make them feel involved. Wolverton is doing just that.

“It officially started last night,” he tells, referring to a city council meeting. “We actually asked for some additional funding to do this evaluation and the council has approved that.”

Wolverton agrees there has to be significant community input, especially form the merchants and property owners. “We do have to understand that the merchants and property owners are ultimately paying for this,” he continues. “Now, they may say, ‘We don’t want it. We don’t need it.’ … I understand that’s a potential outcome.”

Wolverton stresses that he wants to spend time talking with everyone to really hear what it is they want and need. In his short time here, he has directed a lot of energy to getting to know his new community, and surveying residents, property owners, and downtown patrons about their experiences, desires and visions for our community. (It’s probably most visible through the extensive surveys that WDI conducted earlier this year.) Though it was great that Wolverton wanted to learn more about the community he moved to, it’s even more refreshing that he takes active interest in hearing from the people that he has been brought here to serve. He mentions the Downtown Sundown Concert Series’ tremendous amount of support, according to the survey. It accomplishes its purpose of bringing folks downtown to walk around, get food, visit shops, and feel at home in Wilmington.

Two years ago one of my neighbors on Front Street observed downtown’s revitalization, and if we compare it to the Front Street of my childhood, he is right. As a downtown property owner, my neighbor pondered the future of downtown. It’s good food for thought. We have a community that is involved in this conversation, and more importantly a voice at WDI stimulatating discussions. That’s an aspect of leadership we should recognize as valuable.

ENCLOSED FULL BAR AWESOME VIEW daily cruises & private charters

Upcoming Black Rivercruises Cruise Feb. 26th - Explore the Lower Brunswick River

Sunday August 17th, 11am 4 hours -$55

The “Black River” is known its- pristine waters and lush Marchfor 2nd Mimosas & Sweets Cruise vegetation. We will travel beyond the Navassa Bridge up the main branch of the Cape Fear River to-the confluence of the March 4th Mardi Gras Cruise Black River. We will then travel up the Black about 3 miles to Raccoon Island. You willMarch enjoy 9th our trip to the Black River - Black River Cruise as we delve into her rich history. You will also appreciate a vessel that is designed for your comfort and safety.

MUSIC AT THE DOCK...

Pirate School isRiver stillClubinonsession Thursday Nights @ the Dock Class begins on Mondays @ 11am sharp Join us for great music by 50 min adventure: Kids $17/Adults $5 local musicians...

Bring your Wee soNelson they can MarchPirates 20th - Jim learn how be a- Drumming proper pirate.

Marchto27th w/ Ron, & friends Come aboard ifEric you dare & meet CaptainMarch NoBeard & her crew!

6th - Ron & Raphael Bar opens @ 6pm Music 7-9pm No Admission Charge

Musician Schedule for Sunset Cruises axing Recipe

JUST ADD WATER!

A Rel Aug. 14th - Monica Jane Thursday Visit us on the Riverwalk!

For a complete list of scheduled Friday Ayg. 15th - Kim Dicso 212 S. Water Street Tours, Excursions, and Fees, visit 910-338-3134 Board at 6pm wilmingtonwatertours.net info@wilmingtonwt.com Departure @ 6:30 for a 2 hour cruise HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

A Relaxing Recipe

For a complete list of scheduled Tours, Excursions, and Fees, visit

wilmingtonwatertours.net HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

Follow BAR ON BOARD WITH ALL ABC PERMITS us

JUST ADD WATER!

Visit us on the Riverwalk!

212 S. Water Street

910-338-3134

info@wilmingtonwt.com

Follow us

BAR ON BOARD WITH ALL ABC PERMITS

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 5

On the Rise:

news > feature

Downtown ILM's ongoing revitalization efforts visibly progress By: Shea Carver

W

ilmington has evolved exponentially in the last 40 years; its current urban redesign and updates make it almost unrecognizable. Commerce left our cobblestone streets in the 1960s and moved to the suburbs. Since, locals have seen its transformation from a rather “promiscuous” business district in the ‘70s, to many boarded-up Front Street businesses in the ‘80s, to visible renovations trickling in through the ‘90s, to today’s updated riverwalk and thriving mix-business use pumping blood into Wilmington’s economic resiliency. In 2007 the Milken Institute even ranked us number two in the nation for projected job growth. It’s no shock to see people flock here because of the combination of a beautiful historic district, amazing beaches, well-ranked colleges, and of course a booming film industry (here’s to hoping the latter sticks around).

Anyone who has lived here for the past 20 years will have seen firsthand Front, Water, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd street change vastly, the outer areas of downtown—its quaint boroughs of the Castle Street Antique and Arts District and Brooklyn Arts District—now are catching up with its revitalization. On the rise are new businesses and apartment complexes and condos to help redevelop areas that reach beyond the central business district.

It seems we’re finally seeing a great deal of the City of Wilmington’s Vision 2020 coming to fruition, as the plan “seeks to more fully connect downtown Wilmington and the Cape Fear River to achieve the vision of a waterfront downtown that is an inviting mixed-use destination, vital for living, working, learning, visiting, and playing,” all by the year 2020.

NORTHSIDE/ BROOKLYN ARTS DISTRICT “For years the Northside/Brooklyn Arts District has been slowly getting the attention of developers, businesses and home buyers, but there has been a marked increase in the last year,” says Allister Snyder, who founded the Brooklyn Arts District Community Organization (BADCO) and will open a café, Detour Deli, on Red Cross Street in coming months.

Only blocks from downtown and the river— including a soon-to-be fully functional marina, to house a boutique, hotel and fine-dining restaurant—Northside/BAD, or NOFO as it was once coined, most certainly will hustle with more traffic. Just over the last six months the area has welcomed a new restaurant, bar, hair salon, fitness studio, and computer

Building a future: Cape Fear Community College’s Humanities and Fine Arts Center is slated to open in the fall of 2015. Photo by Christian Podgaysky

store. Why now? Well, as the saying goes: It’s a buyer’s market currently, and anyone looking to invest in downtown properties will find prices of commercial and residential spaces cheaper in its boroughs than on Front, or even off the central business district’s side streets. Canapé owner and colonel surgeon in the US Army Ron Rene appreciates having bought 1001 N. 4th Street at the right time just a year ago.

“This area, with much planned development, holds the key to the future of downtown,” he states. “It is the SOHO of Wilmington. Being from NYC myself, and graduating from NYU in Greenwich Village, I know what that means. I see the BAD area as a jewel in the crown of Wilmington.”

The Brooklyn Arts Center opening in 2011 really put the ball in motion for others to move in on the street. Hair Slayer, Half United, Wilmington Computer Repair, and Brooklyn 723 joined other businesses like the Goat and Compass and Eventful on the 4th Street thoroughfare. In a matter of months they’ll have even more neighbors, like the new craft beer and wine store, Palate, as well City Block Apartments, Folk’s Café, and Tin & Oak furniture. Because of the influx of growth, Snyder wanted to take

6 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

an active role in his neighborhood’s quick expansion—something he already began last year by placing “free libraries” throughout the Northside. Folks can take books out of individual boxes, as well as donate books back, all in an effort to promote literacy and keep its residents actively engaged. Likewise, Snyder wants to see a dog park, an arts fair and beautification implemented to help foster a lively sense of community and activity. A mural painted on the exterior of the Hemenway Community Center and an update to the façade of the NC Department of Transportation property at 4th and Campbell are only a few inspired ideas.

“We are working on community gardens and getting bike racks along N. 4th and Red Cross streets,” he says. “We have initiated the neighborhood association to enhance our living in the Northside, and to attract businesses and developments that will improve our lives even further. If there is a place for a grocery store downtown, it is here. There is a lot of potential, and those that have already started investing, along with those soon to come, are going to benefit from getting in near the beginning.”

Allister enlisted the help of BAD resident Nina Bays-Cournoyer and Flytrap Brewing owner Mike Barlas to help oversee sectors of BADCO. Barlas, along with Tony Miller, lead the Community Improvement Committee, which has initiated neighborhood cleanups.

Bays-Cournoyer has lived in the district since

2008 and already helped upstart events, like 12 Tastes of Christmas, the Poor Man’s Garden Party and local yoga/wine nights.

“My first goal with the committee is to create a Northside Art Walk that will tie in the galleries on our side of town,” she says.

Stops would include 621N4TH, ACME Art Studios, SALT Studios, and Cape Fear Community College’s Wilma Daniels Gallery, located one block over on Hanover Street.

Bays-Cournoyer wants to bring local businesses and patrons together for an afternoon of experimental arts and vendor specials.

“The stops would expand beyond the visual arts to themed culinary and beverage experiences, from places like Canapé, Folks, Flytrap, and the upcoming Palate, [and include] musical acts [hosted at local record shop] SquidCo and [neighborhood bar] Goat & Compass, to parlor games held at the Brooklyn Arts Center, and projecting short films on the exterior wall of Brooklyn 723.”

Mainly, she wants the walk to be all-inclusive—even with businesses not normally associated with the arts. She envisions spots like Rip-X Fit and Eco Chic Blossoms offering classes in salsa dancing or flower-arranging.

“Hopefully, this will turn into its own regular happening or even a larger festival,” Bays-Cournoyer foretells. “Some of the local businesses are already taking advantage of our arts status."

Brooklyn Arts Center frequently hosts concerts, like the sold-out Art Garfunkel in July, and SALT and 621NTH welcome cutting edge artists. "Canapé has done a great job drawing people with its art/music shows," Bays-Cournoyer says. "With the growth spurt that’s happening, the Brooklyn Arts District finally can be a destination point where people can spend an entire evening: have dinner, see a show, hear some music, get a cocktail.”

A BEACON OF ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND EDUCATION Within a stone’s throw of the Brooklyn Arts District, Cape Fear Community College’s Humanities and Fine Arts Center will open in the fall of 2015. Headed by Shane Fernando—who graduated and worked at UNCW for almost a decade before resigning from his position as director of Campus Life Arts and Programs in the spring—the inaugural season will launch around 80 events.

Having been involved with over 150 theatre productions himself, as well as serving on the board of Thalian Hall (which caps out at 600 seats), and programming visual and performing arts shows at UNCW (Kenan Auditorium seats 1,000), Fernando’s booking

talent runs deep. He currently serves on the NC Presenters Consortium, which encourages partnerships between venues, artists, and presenters. They ensure block-booking helps route artists across our state to various regional venues. As well, Fernando will work in tandem with Thalian Hall’s executive director, Tony Rivenbark, as a progammer to see that the two venues closely coordinate, partner and collaborate effectively on what audiences will see. “Having the two venues will give me extra negotiating muscle with artists and agents,” Fernando states. The born-and-bred Wilmingtonian will work with Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC), too, which has welcomed legendary greats like Neil Young, Broadway touring shows like “The Book of Mormon” and even comedians like Joan Rivers.

“The bookings will be of a larger caliber, given the scale of the facility and the stage technology that will be present.” Fernando says about the 1,500-plus seat performance hall. The center takes up an entire city block of downtown, covering 159,000 square feet bordered by N. 3rd Street, N. 2nd Street, Hanover and Brunswick streets. It will contain three levels—an orchestra, grand tier, and balcony.

“The lobby is over 10,000 square feet and will serve as a wonderful gathering place for our patrons, along with a large central courtyard, which will be available for receptions and other events,” Fernando says.

Accordingly, it will host shows by local theatre companies, promoters and nonprofits.

Various arts organizations, schools and businesses have contacted Fernando already.

Plus, CFCC will host its own internal arts programming, as well as book its 150-seat studio theatre. It also features a drama lab, complete with sprung flooring for dancers.

The building will be a beacon of arts education for its students.

“It is going to substantially bolster CFCC’s academic mission through the state-of-theart performance spaces, labs, classrooms, and studios,” Fernando explains. “I am so excited, as is my partner in this project, Brandon Guthrie, the chair of the academic department of the Humanities and Fine Arts.

This space will give our faculty incredible teaching tools, and our students an incredible environment to learn and gain real-world experience. This project is a game-changer for our region.”

Students in visual arts, communications, drama, foreign languages, humanities and film studies, music, philosophy, and religion will have access to the facility through their studies. Not only will it boost the educational and entertainment reputation of our town, it will anchor further development in the BAD/ Northside.

“You can already see the amazing growth occurring all around the facility,” Fernando says. "There are 1,100 housing units under construction [at City Block Apartments] all within a block radius of the new building. I firmly believe a necessity in revitalization is

the establishment of residents in that area, so that a community can form—people who will not party and leave a place, not caring how they leave it, but people who call the area their home and will care for and take pride in their surroundings.”

More so, he sees CFCC’s newest addition a bonus to help in the shift of rebranding downtown’s arts and entertainment district.

Thalian Hall situates itself on the end of 3rd, with Brooklyn Arts Center on 4th, the Wilmington Convention Center on Front and Nutt streets, City Stage/Level 5 on Front, and the Community Arts Center at Orange and 2nd, among innumerable art galleries, music venues, museums, and the Cape Fear Riverwalk scattered between.

“It truly marks an exciting time for our residents and visitors,” Fernando notes. “Overseeing this project has been such a blessing and challenge, and I love it! My colleagues at CFCC are phenomenal . . . [we] are wholly committed that this new center be a source of great pride for our region.”

SOUTHSIDE/CASTLE STREET ANTIQUE AND ARTS DISTRICT On the Southside of town, Jamie Thomasson, owner of Jester’s Café and Urban Revival, has been in the Castle Street Antique and Arts District for a decade now. Thomasson and current merchants are looking to start the Castle Street Business Alliance.

Part of their mission is to change the perception folks have about Castle Street.

“I think certainly the biggest misconception is the safety issue,” he says of the once bustling shopping district from the ‘50s and ‘60s. “As owner of Jester’s, I have been on the street for over 10 years and haven’t experienced any problems. . . . I am on the street from morning until night and have never feared for my customers’ safety.”

Thomasson and area merchants meet frequently to discuss ideas about keeping folks abreast of Castle Street’s constant evolution. Nearby at 721 Surry Street, Waterline Brewing Co. is scouting the Jacobi Hardware building to set up shop under the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge. It will help foster more visitors to the street. “Also, a couple of different craft brewers are looking at the street but waiting for zoning decisions,” Thomasson adds.

The addition of craft breweries are sure to bring greater economic viability to Wilmington as a whole. The Brewers Association revealed that NC brought in $791 million in 2012, putting the state at No. 14 nationally.

Matthew Shepard, partner in Era Gallery on Castle and Third streets, thinks a broadening of entrepreneurial enterprises will only add to what he refers as “The New Downtown.”

“The diversity [on Castle Street] is just one of the many things that makes this area so special,” he says.

Entertainment comes in many forms already, thanks to in-store concerts often held at Gravity Records, theatre productions at Big Dawg Productions, Vinyl Wednesdays

at Wilmington Wine, dining at Rx Restaurant, and art shows at Era. The merchants were holding a Peddler’s Market the first and third Saturdays of the month from April to November in the vacant lots in the 500 block of Castle Street. Yet, they were blocked by the city at the end of July. The city indicated they weren’t following land development codes to hold special sales on commercial properties. Michael Moore of Michael Moore Antiques sent a request to the city council to change the rules, citing the inability for such guidelines to help revitalize this borough. Despite the red tape, Thomasson says they’re wanting to continue bringing events to their district in some form.

“Chrissy Absi from Wilmington Wine is heading up the events committee,” he notes.

“Plans are to schedule a major community event every quarter with an emphasis on promoting a community nonprofit.”

Matt Keen, owner of Gravity Records, already does fundraising events for the Tileston Outreach at St. Mary’s Catholic School, located around the corner on 5th Street. He and his wife, Lindsey Zimecki, moved Gravity to Castle Street in January 2013 from Kerr Avenue because they wanted their record shop to be a part of a community-minded group of entrepreneurs and neighborhood residents. They also suspected the widening of midtown’s Kerr Avenue in coming years to hinder customer access to the shop, whereas Castle Street’s close-knit businesses of-

fer multiple reasons for people to trek by foot among its many storefronts.

“I think Castle Street is slowly but surely growing with much more to offer than just the antiques that it was once known for,” Keen says. “If we can continue to gain new, likeminded businesses with unique offerings that are willing to be involved in the neighboring community, then Castle Street should attract plenty more foot traffic.”

All that’s needed moving forward is the city’s support. Keen hopes the city will perform regular maintenance on the street, as well as entertain the idea of better public transportation.

Merchants agree that having a trolley run from downtown to Castle Street would help greatly in the constant attraction of tourists. Once there, folks can meander among Luna Coffee, Every Good Thing Artisan Gallery, Elsewhere Salon, Just Sew, Muddy Muse Pottery and Art Studios, Second Skin Vintage, Dan Beck Fine Art Gallery and Kids Making It, among others.

Area residents also are stepping up in helping keep the area attractive. “Homeowners have been working extremely hard on the blocks of Castle from Third to Seventh, renovating, landscaping, and creating a much more inviting space for people to come and visit,” Shepard says.

“The more that the local businesses on Castle reach out to the community and work together, Castle Street will become a more thriving hub for the shop-local movement at large,” Keen says.

BrooklynArtsNC.com 910-538-2939

FREE PARKING • CASH BAR • ATM ON SITE Visit our website and join our mailing list for event announcements.

516 North 4th Street | Historic Downtown Wilmington, NC

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 7

8 encore |august 13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

Buy • Sell • Trade LP’s, CD’s, Cassettes, DVD’s Turntable Sales & Repair Buy •• Sell Sell •• Trade Trade Buy LP’s, CD’s, Cassettes, 612 Castle Street DVD’s LP’s, CD’s, Cassettes, DVD’s Art & Antique Turntable SalesDistrict & Repair

Custom Orders • Apparel Screen Printing • Sewing Lessons

Turntable Sales & Repair Wilmington, NC 28401 612 Castle Street 910.343.1000 612 Castle Street

Art & Antique District Twitter: @GravityRecords Art & Antique District Wilmington, NC 28401 Facebook.com/GravityRecords Wilmington, NC 28401 910.343.1000 Instagram: @GravityRecords 910.343.1000 Twitter: @GravityRecords Mon.-Sat. 9 am - 6 pm Twitter: Facebook.com/GravityRecords Sun.@GravityRecords 12 pm - 6 pm Facebook.com/GravityRecords Instagram: @GravityRecords ENLARGED 20% FOR Mon.-Sat. 9 am - 6 EASIER pmLUNCH Instagram: @GravityRecords BREAKFAST BRUNCH Sun. 12 pm - 6- pm PROOFING Mon.-Sat. 9 am 6 pm

616 Castle Street • 910-723-1162 justsewclothing@facebook.com

DANartist BECK

Sun. 12 pm - 6 pm

ENLARGED 20% FOR EASIER PROOFING ENLARGED 20% FOR EASIER

PROOFING

Mon.-Sat. 10-6 • Sun. 12-5 606 Castle Street | 910.769.3648

HOURS

Tuesday-Friday 8am-3pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-3pm

www.danbeckart.com Dan Beck Fine Art Gallery & Studio 545 Castle St. Wilmington, NC (910) 299-8288

Over 50 talented vendors...displayed in 5,000 Sq.Ft.

View our online menu

www.jesterscafe.com 607 Castle Street 910.763.6555

explore

www.urbanrevival606.com

CASTLE STREET WW15-1709706

arts & antiques district 603 Castle Street Pottery • Jewelry • Edibles Wilmington, NC 28401 Textiles • Furniture • Scents 910.604.3567 • www.everygoodthinggallery.com Flowers/Plants • Wood We offer an eclectic of oil,Art acrylic and water Glassmix • Wall color work as well as furniture, jewelry, pottery, fresh flowers, edibles, stationary...and other good things.

Rx Restaurant & Bar

421 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401 (910) 399-3080

Free Friday Wine Tastings 5-8pm

605 Castle Street 910.202.4749 www.wilmingtonwineshop.com Saturday Craft Beer a Tastings 3-5pm

603 Castle St. Wilmington, NCspace 28403 Every Good Thing is a gallery dedicated to 910.604.3567 bringing more beauty to the world and offering the www.everygoodthinggallery.com chance to affect change through art, giving and

604 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401 (910) 232-2533

education.

Muddy Muse Studio

MICHAEL MOORE ANTIQUES

FURNITURE ~ GLASS ~ TOYS BUY OR SELL 539 Castle St, Wilmington ~ (910) 763-0300 www.michaelmooreantiques.com

Coffee, Espresso, and More!

“Clay Creations from the Soul”

Full scale Art Gallery and Studios Walk-Ins welcome!

606 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401 (919) 475-9076 • www.anvilandink.com

616 Unit B Castle Street Wilmington, NC 28401 910-620-4149

www.MUDDYMUSE.com encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 9

Perspective Jeff Mizanskey, 61, is a poster child for one well- known criticism of mandatory-minimum sentencing laws -- that nonviolent marijuana users (and small-time sellers) may wind up doing decades of hard time and in fact more time than some sociopathic offenders serve for heinous offenses. Mizanskey is 20 years into a life sentence with no possibility of parole for several violations of Missouri’s “prior and persistent drug offender” law, and his only chance for freedom is a clemency plea now under consideration by Gov. Jay Nixon (and still opposed by Mizanskey’s prosecutor).

Weird Old World -- Unconventional Food Prep: Leaked photographs taken by an undercover health and safety officer at China’s Tongcheng Rice Noodle Factory in Dongguan city in June show workers in street clothes casually walk-

ing back and forth atop piles of vermicelli noodles about to be packaged for shipment to stores. Some workers were even seen lounging or sleeping on the mountains of noodles.

(In 1992, News of the Weird noted that health officials in South Dennis, Massachusetts, had closed the Wing Wah Chinese restaurant for various violations, including the restaurant’s habit of draining water from cabbage by putting it in cloth laundry bags, placing the bags between pieces of plywood in the parking lot and driving over them with a van.)

-- Unclear on the Concept: Werner Purkhart, who has been running a “silent disco” in Salzburg, Austria, for four years, was denied renewal of his business permit in July, supposedly because his parties were too loud. At a silent disco, each dancer wears headphones to hear radio-transmitted music; to those without headphones, the roomful of swaying, swinging dancers is eerily quiet. Sal-

Open for Lunch & Dinner

zburg Mayor Heinz Schaden said it was still too loud. “The noise ... is keeping (the neighbors) up.”

-- “The Chinese fondness for napping in odd places is a well-documented phenomenon, one that’s spawned a popular website and even a book,” wrote The Wall Street Journal in a July dispatch. In a recent photo essay, a Getty Images photographer captured a series of shots of customers catching 40 winks in various furniture departments of IKEA stores, which officially does “not see it as a problem,” according to a spokesman. Maybe “we can sell an extra mattress or two.”

-- Five siblings in a rural Turkish family near the Syrian border were discovered by researchers in 2005 to be natural, fluid quadruped walkers (hands and feet to the ground, rear ends up), which was thought at the time possibly to mark the first known “turnaround” in human evolution. However, the siblings were re-characterized by recent PLOS One journal research as merely accommodating a musculo-skeletal imbalance in the brain. Other members of the family have normal gaits, and the five quadrupeds show additional developmental issues.

-- Also, from the foreign press: (1) Moscow Times reported the arrest of “Tomas” in Moscow in March for allegedly stealing a mobile phone, noting that he was referred to adult court even though family members claim he is only 13. Officials decided he must be at least 16, based on medical examination -- especially “of his genitals.” (2) Turkey’s Hurriyet Daily News reported in May that a 62-year-old man on an Istanbul TV dating show said he was just “an honest person looking for a new wife” -- while also casually mentioning that he had served two prison terms, one for murdering one wife and the other for murdering a girlfriend. “Bad luck always found me,” he said.

“This time I’ll leave it to God.” Police Report Inexplicable: (1) Alonzo Liverman, 29, was arrested in June in a Daytona Beach, Florida, police sting on prostitutes’ johns. “I’m hungry,” was the female officer’s come-on.

Responded Liverman, “I got a salad.” Even though no salad was found on Liverman, police determined the banter constituted a suf-

Have your next party with us inside or out.

Call us today!

910.762.4354 Save 10% with our loyalty card. Ask how to sign up today!

www.paddyshollow.com In the Cotton Exchange • Downtown Wilmington • FREE PARKING 10 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

ficient offer for paid sex. (2) The robber of a Chase Bank in Tucson, Arizona, in March is still on the loose even though surveillance video has been widely distributed. An additional detail from the video: The man pulled the holdup while carrying a small dog in a basket.

The Justice Angle -- In the midst of the city of Detroit’s water crackdown -- shutting off the spigots of residents delinquent on their bills -- the Council of Canadians has come to the rescue. First, the council pressed the United Nations to label Detroit’s program a “human rights” violation (the denial of clean drinking water to the 3,000 homes per week being shut down). Said the council chair, “I’ve (only) seen this (oppression) in the poorest countries in the world.”

Second, the council arranged a convoy of “good Canadian, public, clean water” into Detroit in July to modestly help the estimated 79,000 homes in peril.

-- Ms. Ajanaffy Njewadda and her husband recently filed a lawsuit against New York City’s transit authority (MTA) following her tumble down some stairs at a subway station (which caused a broken ankle, concussion and lingering trauma that has required psychiatric care). The MTA had placed a large ad for the serial-killer TV series “Dexter” on station stairs, positioned to be seen just as visitors left the subway. Ms. Njewadda said she was momentarily terrified by the ad and lost her balance.

-- Oh, Dear!: A man whose name was withheld (“D.B.”) filed a lawsuit in April against medical clinics and physicians who performed his colonoscopy in Fairfax, Virginia, in 2013, based on what the patient learned from audio his smartphone recorded while he was unconscious. Though he originally intended to record only doctors’ instructions, he was dismayed to know that they began “mocking” him the second he went under, making disparaging and untrue statements about his health, feigning disgust at his body (“Oh! Oscar Mike Goss!”) (slang for “OMG” -- oh, my God), threatening to “fire a gun up his rectum,” “diagnosing” him with syphilis or “tuberculosis in the penis,” and threatening to (falsely) note hemorrhoids on his record -- all done amidst gales of laughter.

news > op-ed

Solving Inequality: Moral Movies’ July film prompts thought By: Mark Basquill

“I

’m John, customer service of Big Bank, speaking from San Antonio.

How can I help?”

John clearly rehearsed his script. I glanced at mine. (You should have a script in theater of the absurd or during any call to Big Corp, Big Gummit and most family.)

“Do you have the power to reduce my credit card APR to a reasonable rate?” I asked. “If not, please connect me to the entity capable of doing so. Thank you.”

John pleasantly explained he was merely a hostage chained to a headset in a cubicle, reading from a script to pay his student loans. He’s got a degree in political science but doesn’t have a vote at Big Bank. He connected me to his superior.

“Jenine, the prime rate and interest on savings accounts is near nothing,” I said.

“My credit score is good. Please, reduce my APR from 29 percent to 10 percent.”

Jenine explained my 29 percent APR was the “lowest possible.”

“The stock market’s near 17,000. Your employer borrows money at next to nothing. Twenty-nine percent is the ‘lowest possible?’”

Jenine diligently stuck to the script.

“Your board of directors voted your CEO a 74-percent raise in January for outstanding tax evasion, law bending and usury,” I told her. “How much of a raise did you get for your outstanding customer service? My guess is, no matter how many hours you work, you’re not getting nearly as much as the dude in the next office.”

Silence. But I could tell she was about to break.

“Jenine, your bank just charged my kid a $35 overdraft protection fee for a $2 soda! $35 for $2? The mafia doesn’t charge that percentage for protection!”

Jenine broke. She whispered she couldn’t even get her employer to lower her APR. She cautiously advised me to take my money and run.

“Any ideas where I should run?”

Jennine went silent for a long moment before saying: “I don’t have a vote.”

John and Jennine’s words, “I don’t have a vote,” ensured I would get to the Cameron Art Museum for the last of the Moral Movie offerings of the summer: “Inequality for All.” The movie presents Robert Reich’s

perspective on the dangers to democracy the growing inequality in our society yield.

Reich was secretary of labor during Democrat Bill Clinton’s first term, but he’s quick to point out he was assistant to the solicitor general under Republican Gerald Ford.

In that era Republicans and Democrats were only adversaries, and the secretary of labor mattered a little. Now, the parties are enemies and the secretary of labor is—Who? (In case you’re on “Jeopardy,” it’s Thomas Perez.)

Reich’s point isn’t that capitalism is evil.

His concern is that the version of capitalism we’ve been practicing since around 1980 will ensure the rich get richer and poor get poorer. It presents a clear and present danger to representative democracy. Reich underscores what many of us have known since high school: There is no such thing as a “free market.” All economic markets exist in a society of actual people operating within (or outside of) the laws of a social and political framework. Reich seems most concerned that, with wealth in the hands of the few, no campaign finance reform, and the Citizen’s United decision entrenching money as speech and corporations as people, our democratic experiment is in danger.

Most documentaries draw sparse crowds; but more than twice the expected crowd (about 171 according to the event host) attended. I must not be the only one curious about how the economy can eternally grow while teachers, carpenters and nurses can effectively earn less than they did in 1979. How is it that while pleading bankruptcy, busting unions and outsourcing jobs, CEO pay keeps skyrocketing? How is it that our salaries and purchasing power have been shrinking since 1979, while the gross domestic product and stock market have trended solid growth since the Great Depression?

There may be a fix for inequality. Every once in a while one of those fundamental preacher folks gives a great bumper sticker idea to steal. Recently, so-called historian David Barton raised a so-called Bible principle from the dead, “One family, one vote.”

Let’s apply that principle to the corporate families such as Hobby Lobby, Exxon, Bank of America. Sure, it may have trouble passing constitutional muster, but with this SCOTUS breathing life into the corporate soul, how could they deny them the vote?

“One Corporation, One Vote.” That’s my bumper sticker, dude. encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 11

arts > music

A

Southern Gothic Dissonance

dark Southern Gothic dissonance rings loud in the rockabilly music that comes out of Kentucky. After hearing that swampy twang and those strange folky vocals, it’s easy to tell it’s coming from deep in the heart of the Bluegrass State.

J.D. Wilkes and the Dirt Daubers’ music comes laden with that unique Kentucky sound. They will play a show Thursday, August 14th, at the Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar in Carolina Beach.

The brooding, wailing sounds of his harmonica and his deep, moody lyrics color the albumtitled track “Wild Moon,” (“Dark was the day when the creek swept away/The babes of our Anabaptist home/‘Neath a wild moon of alabaster bone”). He and his band have no desire to change their music to become a Nashville Top 40 country

J.D. Wilkes and the Dirt Daubers play at Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar

artist. J.D. is truly an artist of many trades (he’s illustrated cartoons for comic strips, filmed a documentary on southern music and culture). He’s played blues harmonica for Merle Haggard, John Carter Cash, Mike Patton, and Hank Williams III. J.D. jumped into the music industry with his first rockabilly blues band, the Legendary Shack Shakers. They toured regularly, starting in ‘95. They blasted off after releasing their second record, “Cockadoodledon’t,” in 2003. It had enough sweaty, rock ‘n’ roll attitude to

propel their name.

J.D. continued playing with the Shack Shakers until 2012 when the band decided they needed a hiatus after their backbreaking 16 years together. “It can be tough and grueling on the road, and you have to be determined and make it into a science,” J.D. says. “If

By: Chad Lovette

Above: J.D. Wilkes and the Dirt Daubers revel in a moody, rockabilly style. Photo by Joshua Black Wilkins 12 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

you don’t do that, it is hard to keep going.

You really have to be prepared to look at it like you are a working musician—not a rock star.”

After playing with the Shack Shakers, J.D. knew he wasn’t finished. He already had been playing regularly with a new band that had a slightly new flavor. It consisted of his wife, Jessica Wilkes, Rod Hamdallah (a former member of the Legendary Shack Shakers), and drummer, Preston Corn. They dubbed themselves “The Dirt Daubers.”

The raw rockabilly troupe came together unexpectedly after a kitchen jam session between J.D. and his wife. She played the mandolin while he picked the banjo.

“We were just having fun,” he recalls.

“Out of nowhere, I got contacted about an oppurtunity to go to London to show a movie I had just made called ‘Seven Signs’ (a documentary film which played at London-based Raindance Film Festival). They were going to give me two free airplane tickets. I could bring my date or whoever I wanted, but part of the deal was that I had to play some music and entertain them.”

Realizing a solo show wouldn’t satisfy the crowd, he reasoned his wife would liven up his performance. “I talked Jessica into coming with me, and [recreating the] kitchen set we had been doing,” he says.

“She was scared to death, but we had a free trip to England, so we made it happen. That is where [it] really started.”

There is a long history of married musicians on the road that just couldn’t handle it together and ended up splitting: For example, Ella Fitzgerald and her bassist Ray Brown; James Taylor and singer-songwriter Carly Simon. J.D. and Jessica are among the rare few—think Johnny Cash and June Carter—that couldn’t be happier living a life on the road together.

“Jessica and I get along really well,” he elaborates. “Honestly, when we are out on the road it is just as easy—if not easier—than playing with a lot of dudes that have been in my band.”

Originally, the four planned to be a band with a slightly different sound—a little more old-time and a little less rock ‘n’ roll—but as they continued to make music, their personalities took control. After releasing their first two albums—self-titled “The Dirt Daubers” and “Wake Up, Sinners”—with a solely acoustic sound, they decided a little electricity was the style they were missing. It was obvious to J.D. that Jessica favored a more amped rock ‘n’ roll sound, which happened to be the same tunes that resonated with his own tastes.

“We took the songs she was writing and the songs I was writing, and we started putting them together,” J.D. details.

Their efforts culimanted in “Wild Moon,” which was realeased in 2013 by Plowboy Records. “French Harp Hustle” blows out a grungy harmonica ballad, that sets the mood for the whole album. The songs that follow are a well-balanced combination of

tunes sung by both J.D. and Jessica. “‘Wild Moon,’ is swampy, dark and perplexing,” J.D. says, laughing. “It is a strange record that has a strange mood when you listen to it all the way through.

Don’t get me wrong, it is catchy, but it will put you into a strange, eerie place, and that is exactly what we were trying to do.”

Each track comes chockfull of emotion and personality. With the whine of his harmonica, the raw attitude in each word and the choppy guitar melodies, this record is a shady, unique twist to rockabilly that digs deep into the core of Kentucky.

With a mile-long list of old-time influences, such as Kentucky’s own Bill Monroe, J.D. Wilkes and the Dirt Daubers are a healthy dose of real Southern music, with passion packed into every squawl. Check them out this Thursday.

DETAILS:

J.D. Wilkes and The Dirt Daubers Thursday, August 14th, 7 p.m.

Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar 1211 S. Lake Park Blvd.

Free www.oceangrilltiki.com

Arts in Action Performance Series

2014-15 season subscriptions available now Paul Taylor Dance Company Co-Presented with Thalian Hall 10.25.14 Cherry Poppin’ Daddies Modern swing band 11.13.14 Aquila Theatre: The Tempest Classic Shakespearean theater 2.3.15 Irvin Mayfield & the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra 2.14.15 Blue13: Fire & Powder Bollywood–infused dance 2.19.15 Broadway’s Jekyll & Hyde 3.18.15

An Evening with Molly Ringwald Jazz Cabaret Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014 7 p.m. | Kenan Auditorium

UNCW Presents • 910.962.2522 • facebook.com/uncwpresents ______________________________________________

Visit uncw.edu/happenings for a listing of all the arts and cultural events on campus UNIVERSITY of NORTH CAROLINA WILMINGTON Division of stuDent A ffAirs CAmpus L ife A rts & p rogrAms

An EEO/AA institution. Accommodations for disabilities may be requested by contacting 910.962.3285 three days prior to the event.

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 13

FEATURE YOUR LIVE MUSIC FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS

A preview of events across town this week

(as little as $29 a week!)

Call 791-0688

Deadline every Thurs., noon!

GRACEFUL MUSICIAN: Folk/Americana artist Grace Adele will play two shows on Friday, August 15th: one at Ted’s Fun on the River at 7 p.m., and another at Satellite Bar and Lounge with The Grand Band at 10 p.m. She will return to Ted’s on Sunday, August 17th at 7 p.m., playing alongside Chase Potter. Courtesy photo

Wednesday, Aug. 13 Happy Little Singers (9:45am; $10) —The ArtWorks, 200 Willard St. Dark Star Orchestra (5pm; $25-$30) —Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, 1941 Amphitheater Drive; 910-341-7855 Benny Hill (6:30pm; Free; jazz) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc. Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. Open Mic w/ Thomas and Oglesby (7pm; Free) —Half Time Sports Cafe, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Open Music Jam (7pm; Free) —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901-B Wrightsville Ave. Jammin’ with Jax (7pm; Free) —Jax Fifth Ave. Deli & Ale House, 5046 New Centre Dr.

—Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St. DJ Lord Walrus (9pm) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. DJ Hood (9pm; Free) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Brass Pelican, 2112 N. New River Dr. DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Karaoke (9pm) —Ibiza, 118 Market St. Dubtown Cosmonauts (9pm; $5; funk) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St. Birthday improv and nutt street improv (8pm/9:30pm; $3) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Wednesday Night Trivia (7pm) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Thursday, Aug. 14

Karaoke w/ DJ AMP (8pm; Free) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St.

Happy Little Singers (9:45 am; $10) —The ArtWorks, 200 Willard St.

Jeremy Norris (8pm; Free; country) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

Thirsty Thursday w/ DJ (5pm) —The Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd.

Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242

Jazz Night (6pm; Free) —Atlanta Bread Company, 6886 Main St.

Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.

Benny Hill (6pm; Free; jazz) —Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District, 229 North 2nd St.

Bomb Night w/ DJ (9pm)

14 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

Trivia Night (6pm; Free) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

Geno & Friends (6:30pm; $10-$12; jazz) —Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St. Sunset Cruise with Monica Hoelscher (6:30 pm; $33; acoustic) —Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St. Blackwater Rhythm and Blues Band (6:30pm; free) —Rourk Gardens, Main St. Drew Smith Band (6:30pm; free; classic country) —Carolina Beach Boardwalk, 100 Cape Fear Blvd.

Open Mic/Songwriters’ Night (7pm; Free) —Grinder’s Caffe, 5032 Wrightsville Ave. Karaoke (7pm; Free) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533 Blessthefall, Chiodos, I Killed the Prom Queen, Capture the Crown (7pm; $17-$20) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market Street; (910) 769-4096 Sea Pans Steel Drums (7pm) —Gabby’s Lounge, 1706 N. Lumina Ave. J.D. Wilkes and The Dirt Daubers (7pm; free; rockabilly) —Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar, 1211 South Lake Park Boulevard; (910) 458 2000 Annalise Emerick and End of the Line (7pm; $2; folk/alt. country/singer/songwriter) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379 Open Mic Night with DJBe (8pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr. Mike O’Donnell (8pm; Free; acoustic/folk/

rock) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832 Open Mic Night Dennis Brinson (8pm; Free) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St. T.N.T. Thursdays (8pm; fire and drums) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; (910) 763-2223 Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/ Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242 Pub Wars Trivia (8pm) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr. Thirsty Thursday (9pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. DJKAHUNA (9pm) —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St. Top 40 DJ (9pm; $5-$10) —Ibiza, 118 Market St. DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Jenny Pearson (9pm; free; singer/songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 362-9666 Keith Butler Trio (9pm; Free; Jazz) —The Blind Elephant, 21 N Front St Unit F; Discotheque Thurs. with DJ’s DST and Matt Evans (10pm) —Pravda, 23 N Front St. DJ Lord Walrus (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. Treehouse (10pm; reggae/jam/rock) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St. open mic night (7pm; free) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

—Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St. DJ Battle (9pm) —Level 5, 21 N. Front St. Live Music (9pm) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

The Farewell Tour of Queensryche The Voodoos (9pm; $22-$25) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market Street; (910) 769-4096

The Other Guys (9:30pm; American/ electroacoustic) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

DJ (9pm)

Forrest Tabor

SAT.

Eclectic Mix

Potato heads

FRI.

Acoustic Mix

mike o'donnell

SAT.

Dance & Classic

Sea pans steel drums Every Thursday 7pm-10pm

1423 S. 3rd St. DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON 763-1607

1706 North Lumina Ave. • (910) 256-2231

DJ Dr. Jones (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. DJ Milk and DJ DST (10pm; Free) —Pravda, 23 N Front St. Karaoke (10pm; Free) —Katy’s Grill and Bar, 1054 S College Rd. Clay Whittington (10pm; free; piano) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 362-9666

$

5 Mimosa’s

Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/ Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242

A “BRUNCH” OF CLASSIC CARS (9am; $25+) —Porters Neck Country Club, 8403 Vintage Club Circle DJ (5pm) —The Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd.

Old Eastwood Rd 910-798-9464

Sign up to receive sweet deals right in your inbox!

WEDNESDAYS Buy the featured Pint.

Down South Saturdays (5pm; Free) —White Oak, NC, 10137 NC-53

Keep the Glass.

Live Piano with James Jarvis (6pm) —The Blind Elephant, 21 N Front St Unit F

THURSDAYS

Masonboro Sound (7pm; Free; bluegrass) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc. Forrest Tabor (7pm; free; eclectic mix) —Gabby’s Lounge, 1706 N. Lumina Ave. Joe Smothers (7pm; $10; Folk Music) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379 Shake & Shag Beach Music Night (7:30 pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. Ponder (8pm; free; rock) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533

deals! .com

Live Music (8pm) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

aug 23

Eclectic Mix

DJ Alex A (10pm) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Saturday, Aug. 16

Mark Roberts Band (8pm) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533

BREAKFAST BUFFET

9:00 A.m.- 1:00 P.M.• $4 BLOODY MARY’S AND MIMOSA’S

Sunset Cruise with Kim Dicso (6:30pm; $33; folk) —Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St.

Grace Adele (7pm; $2; folk/Americana/ acoustic) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

aug 22

The Mikele Buck Band (9pm; $10, Ladies free until 9 p.m.; country/rock) —Tarheel Opry House, 145 Blue Creek School Rd; (910) 347-4731

Friday Night Fun House Follies (10:30pm) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.

Overtyme (7pm; free; eclectic mix) —Gabby’s Lounge, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

LIVE __________________________________________ MUSIC

____________________________________________

Sunday

Slippery When Wet (6pm; free; Bon Jovi Tribute) —Riverfront Park, 5 N. Water St.

Jon & Leon of A Full Dish (7pm; Free; acoustic covers) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc.

aug 16

Jesse Stockton (9pm; Americana/acoustic rock/folk) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St

Grace Adele & The Grand Band (10pm; free; folk/Americana/acoustic) —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 399-2796

Open Music Jam Hosted by Shannon Gilmore & Tommy Kaiser (7pm; Free) —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901-B Wrightsville Ave.

8:30 p.m. • PRIZES! • $250 yuengling drafts

Friday

Friday Night Fun House Follies (12:15 am) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.

Dylan Linehan; Comedy by Tim Sherrill and John Felts (6:30pm; pop; free) —Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

aug 15

Justin Cody Fox (9pm; free; Americana) —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock St.

OVERTYME

FRI.

Thursday ________________________________________

TRIVIA WITH STEVE

Stoney Creek (10pm; americana) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.

signal fire (6pm; $2-$9; reggae) —Airlie Gardens, 300 Airlie Road; (910) 798-7700

LIVE MUSIC

Live Music (9pm; free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Friday, Aug. 15

DJ (5pm) —The Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd.

Wrightsville Beach, NC

DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

LUNCH MADNESS Mon-Fri Staring at $5.99 Nothing over $6.99 11am-2pm

Sign up at:

Brought to you by:

encore magazine

www.encoredeals.com and be the first to know about the best deals around town

50% OFF [or more] GIFT CERTIFICATES TO Restaurants, salons, shops, events, and more— you name it, we’ve got it covered!

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 15

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, Rampant IPA) $5 Jameson • Wing Special WEDNESDAY $2.75 Miller Lite, $4 Wells, Half off All Bottles of wine Nutt St. Improv on 2nd Floor @ 8:30 THIRSTY THURSDAY $2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Adams Seasonal & Hoppium Pints $5 Redbull & Vodka, 50¢ Steamed Oysters and Shrimp Open Mic Comedy: Doors @ 8 - Show @ 9 FRIDAY $2.75 Michelob Ultra, $3.25 Stella, Live Music on the Patio SATURDAY $2.75 Coors Light, $3.25 Pacifico, $5 Ezra Brooks Cinnamon WhiskeyLive • Music on the Patio SUNDAY $3 Coronas/Corona Lite, $10 Domestic Buckets (5) $4 Mimosas, $4 Bloody Mary’s

FEATURE YOUR LIVE MUSIC FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS (as little as $29 a week!)

Call 791-0688

Deadline every Thurs., noon! www.RuckerJohns.com VISIT WWW.RUCKERJOHNS.COM FOR Friday Monday DAILY SPECIALS, MUSIC & EVENTS Select Appetizers halfMONDAY off $ 4 Cosmopolitan $ 2 Big Domestic Draft Beers $550 Watermelon Martini 22oz.

Domestic Draft ALL DAY $ 50 4 Frozen Daiquiris $ 3 Sam Adams and Blue (pick your flavor) $5 Pizzas Moon Seasonal Bottles Tuesday TUESDAYSaturday LIVE JAzz IN THE BAR 1/2 off Select Bottles $ 6 All Half Price Bottles of Southern Wine Shiners of Wine $ $3-22oz Blue 50 $ Draft 5 Absolut Dreams Absolut Dream $ 550• Pacifico $2Moon $ 3 NC Brewed Bottles 2 Select Domestic Bottles WEDNESDAY Sunday Wednesday Miller Light Pints $150$ Coronoa/ 5 All$ Flat 50 Breads 1/2 off Nachos Corona Lite Bottles $ 50 2 $ 50 1 Domestic Pints $ 1 Domestic Pints Margaritas/Peach Margaritas 4 $ $ 50 5 White Russians 2 Corona/Corona Lt. $ 50 THURSDAY 4 Frozen Margarita Visit our $website Appletinis 5 (pick your flavor) $4, RJ’s Painkiller www.RuckerJohns.com $ 50 2 Red Stripe Bottles for daily specials, music and Thursday $ 50 2 Fat Tire Bottlesupcoming events $ 50 2 Fat Tire Bottles $ 50 6 Sinking Bahama Mama FRIDAY5564 Carolina $ 50 1/2 off ALL RedCosmos Wine $4, 007 Beach 3 Road $ Glasses Guinness Cans (910)-452-1212 3

Live Music (8pm) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/ Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242

Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242

Cape Fear Blues Jam (8pm; Free) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S 5th Ave.

Jeff White and Soul Taxi (9pm; reggae/funk/ soul) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St.

Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/ Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242

DJ Battle (9pm) —Level 5, 21 N. Front St.

Acoustic Koozie Sundays (10pm; $2+) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market Street; (910) 769-4096

DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

Live Music (9pm) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

Behind the Garage (10pm) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; (910) 763-2223

Dubtown Cosmonauts (9pm; $5; funk) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St.

DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

MONDAY, Aug. 18

Stray Local (9pm; free; Americana/folk/blues) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.;

Karaoke with DjBe (9pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr. Klectik Evol (9pm; free; eclectic covers) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. The Mikele Buck Band (9pm; $10, Ladies free until 9pm; country/rock) —Tarheel Opry House, 145 Blue Creek School Rd; (910) 347-4731

Fruity Oaty Bars (7:30pm; Free) —Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace St. Trivia (7:30pm; Free) —Hell’s Kitchen-Wilmington, NC, 118 Princess St.

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 20

Jason Jackson Justin Fox, and Jeremy Norris (8pm; Free; AMERICANA) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

Happy Little Singers (9:45am; $10) —The ArtWorks, 200 Willard St.

Flannel Rebellion (9:30pm; grunge covers) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

Open Mic Night (8pm; Free) —Fox and Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

DJ Riz (10pm) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Open Mic Night (8pm) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; (910) 763-2223

DJ Sir Nick Bland (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/ Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242

Jenny Pearson (10pm; free; singer/ songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 362-9666 Chase Potter (10pm; free; alternative) —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock St. Doby (10pm; $5; funk/soul) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St. Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/ Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242

Sunday, Aug. 17 Nu-Blue (1pm; $1-$7; bluegrass) —USS North Carolina Battleship Park, 1 Battleship Rd.

College Night Karaoke (10pm; Free) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 362-9666

Benny Hill (6:30pm; Free; jazz) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc. Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. Jim Ashley (6:30pm; Free) —The Last Resort, 600 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Open Mic w/ Thomas and Oglesby (7pm; Free) —Half Time Sports Cafe, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Amanda Hunter (9pm) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 362-9666

Open Music Jam (7pm; Free) —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901-B Wrightsville Ave.

Gypsy Open Mic (9pm) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe & Hookah Bar, 1612 Castle St.

Jammin’ with Jax (7pm; Free) —Jax Fifth Ave. Deli & Ale House, 5046 New Centre Dr.

Justin Cody Fox (9pm; Americana) —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock St.

Wednesday Night Trivia (7pm) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Electric Mondays (10pm) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St.

Songwriter Showcase (7pm) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

TUESDAY, Aug. 19

Karaoke w/ DJ AMP (8pm; Free) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St.

Happy Little Singers (9:45am; $10) —The ArtWorks, 200 Willard St.

Jeremy Norris (8pm; Free; country) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

James Jarvis (2pm; Free; Acoustic Jazz Piano) —Old Books on Front Street, 249 N. Front St.

Gov’t Mule (6pm; $35-$40) —Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, 1941 Amphitheater Dr.; 910-341-7855

Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/ Preferred Seating) —Comedy Cabana, 9588 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-4242

Mark Roberts BaND (4pm; free; classic rock/ Motown) —Bluewater Waterfront Grill, 4 Marina St.

Jay Can Skip (7pm) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533

Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.

David Dixon (5pm; Free) —Sweet N Savory Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd; (910) 679-8101

Tuesday Trivia with Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free) —Halftime Sports Bar and Grill, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Machine Gun (5pm; rapid-fire variety) —Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Avenue; Satellite Bluegrass Band (6pm; Free) —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 399-2796 Sunday Jazz (6pm; Free) —Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 821-0362 Grace Adele and Chase Potter (7pm; $5; Folk/ Americana/Acoustic) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379 DJ Battle (8pm; Free) —Fibber’s Public House, 1610 Pavillion Pl.; Southern Trouble (8pm; southern rock) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N. Greg Morton (8pm; $15/General Seating, $17/

Richard Lambert (7pm; Free; classic rock covers) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc.

Bomb Night w/ DJ (9pm) —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St. DJ Lord Walrus (9pm) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. DJ Hood (9pm; Free) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

Comedy bingo (7pm; free) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Brass Pelican, 2112 N. New River Dr.

Donavan Frankenreiter (7:30pm; $20-$25; surf rock) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market Street; (910) 769-4096

DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

Pub Wars Team Trivia (8pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr. Rob Ronner (8pm; Free; southern rock) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832 Trivia Night and Drink Specials (8pm; Free) —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Dr.

Karaoke (9pm; ) —Ibiza, 118 Market St. Chris James (9pm; free; country) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 362-9666 Birthday improv and nutt street improv (8pm/9:30pm; $3) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

HOW TO SUBMIT A LISTING

All Soundboard listings must be entered onto our online calendar, powered by SpinGo, each Wednesday, by 5 p.m., for consideration in the following week’s enterIsland Sunsets 5 tainment calendar. All online listings generate the print listings, as well as encore’s new app, encore Go. Venues are responsible for notifying encore of any changes, SATURDAY removals or additions to their weekly schedules.

Baybreeze/Seabreeze $4 $ 16 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 22oz. Blue Moon Draft 3 $

UPTOWN AMPHITHEATRE 1000 NC MUSIC FACTORY BLVD., CHARLOTTE (704) 916-8970 8/13: Panic! At The Disco ZIGGY’S 170 W. 9th st., winston-salem, nc (336) 722-5000 8/15: Chidos; Stonecutters 8/16: Queensryche; Ignite & Imagery DURHAM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 123 vivian ST., DURHAM, NC (919) 680-2727 8/17: 3 Doors Down acoustic 8/20: Tori Amos

GROBANITES’ DELIGHT: Josh Groban groupies can check him out at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary this week on Saturday, August 16th. Photo

by Christopher Simon.

AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 South Tryon STREET, Charlotte, NC (704) 377-6874 8/15: Beyond the Fade,Falling Through April 8/16: Slippery When Wet 8/17: Mike Stud 8/19: Nothing More, Sleepwave CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN STREET, CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 8/13: Miniature Tigers, The Griswolds 8/14: Shannon O’Connor 8/15: Gasoline Stove 8/19: Wild Party THE FILLMORE 1000 Seaboard stREET, charlotte, NC (704) 549-5555 8/17: The Kat Country Summer Jam 8/19: 3 Doors Down acoustic PNC MUSIC PAVILION 707 Pavilion blvd, charlotte, nc (704) 549-1292 8/14: OneRepublic 8/19: Mötley Crüe THE ARTS CENTER 300-G E. Main st., carrboro, nc (919) 969-8574 8/16: Desert Rose Band MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., durham, NC (919) 901-0875 8/15: Headfirst for Halos 8/16: DURM Hip-Hop Summit 8/17: Eclectic Electric Mini-Fest (Bruteus, MPS Project, Circle F) 8/19: Gainsay, Prince, 49 Short

RED HAT AMPHITHEATER 500 S. mcdowell st., raleigh, nc (919) 996-8800 8/16: Sarah Brightman 8/20: Old Crow Medicine Show w/ Shovels & Rope GREENSBORO COLISEUM 1921 W. Lee St. Greensboro, NC (336) 373-7400 8/15: Crosby, Stills & Nash 8/15: Lil Boosie & Friends

Experienced a hard drive failure? We will help! We have been recovering data from failed hard drives for over a decade. It doesn’t matter if it is a Mac computer, Windows computer, flash drive or a memory card from your camera.

If it doesn’t work, we will help recover your important data and guide you in finding a great backup solution so this type of experience will never happen to you again!

Call Us @ 910.392.0078 www.Computer-Medics.biz Commerical or Residential

THE ORANGE PEEL 101 bILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 8/15: T-Pain 8/16: The Breakfast Club 8/17: Teatro Del Gusto HOUSE OF BLUES 4640 Hwy. 17 sOUTH, myrtle beach, sc (843) 272-3000 8/14: T-Pain 8/15: The Molly Ringwalds 8/16: Hells Bells 8/19: Mike Stud

KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE 8003 regency pkwy, cary, nc (919) 462-2052 8/14: Nickel Creek 8/16: Josh Groban TWC MUSIC PAVILION AT WALNUT CREEK

3801 ROCK QUARRY rd., Raleigh, nc (919) 831-6400 8/13: OneRepublic, The Script LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. Cabarrus stREET, raleigh, nc (919) 821-4111 8/15: Revival (Allman Bros. experience) 8/16: Broadslab 8/20: Mike stud NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 8/8: Blu

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 17

Surprising and Well-Crafted:

arts > theatre

‘Good People’ pulls out stellar performances By: Gwenyfar Rohler

T

halian Association wraps up their summer season at Red Barn Studio with David Lindsay-Abaire’s “Good People.”

The 2011 Tony nominated play was the follow up to his 2007 magnum opus, “Rabbit Hole.”

Like “Rabbit Hole,” a child-parent relationship is at the crux of the script.

Set in the Boston neighborhood of Southie— made famous for one generation of Americans because of its refusal to participate in school busing in the ‘70s, and for another because of the movie “Good Will Hunting”—the show opens in an alley behind a dollar store. The manager, Stevie (Dillon Maurer), must fire Margie (Nicole Farmer), one of his mother’s old friends. Margie has an adult special-needs daughter, Joyce, whose care requires more help than can be managed on her income (and soon to be lack of income).

The play introduces her landlord (Holli Saperstein) and her best friend Jean (Claire Bennett).

They paint the picture of her life: no savings, no resources, and answering to a selfish, unfeeling, greedy landlord willing to evict Marige and

Joyce at the drop of a hat.

Jean mentions she ran into Marge’s old boyfriend at her banquet service job in a hotel.

Mike (Lee Lowrimore) now is a doctor; in other words, he is one of the few who got out of the neighborhood and made something of himself. They reason he may need someone to answer phones in his office.

Mike is less than thrilled to find Margie in his office asking for a job. But he is not prepared for her determined attacks upon his pride and accomplishments. Things go from bad to worse when Margie shows up at his house disrupting the tenuous peace he has with his wife, Kate (Lily Nicole).

Much like “Lobby Hero” (which was produced at Red Barn Studio under Steve Bakunas’ direction) the script of “Good People” has several long, circular monologues

at ArtFuel

2165 Wrightsville Ave. 910.343.5233 elkins.kurt@gmail.com 18 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

Quality performances: Nicole Farmer brings realism to her performance in “Good People.” Photo, courtesy Mark Steelman.

and arguments that seem almost impossible to memorize and perform without developing a serious drinking problem. Both playwrights capture how people actually talk and reason with each other.

Farmer and Lowrimore, have their work cut out for them with writing like this. It takes extensive training and commitment to pull off their roles (let alone the talents it requires for them to work so well off each other). Margie can’t be stronger or weaker than Mike. They are both filled with grit and determination. Driven by pride and pain, they must meet each other moment for moment in this bitter battle.

Though the ending plot twist favors Margie, the convoluted and muddy wading of the story shifts between the two, which makes for a fascinating, frightening and frustrating evening.

These two go at it hard, but restrain from useless screaming and screeching. By the time the terra cotta gets hurled at the floor in anger, the audience is completely invested in both of them (silently chanting for the vase to get thrown, too).

Together they hold up a mirror to each other and the audience. The reflection is not flattering and is too real for comfort.

Director Anthony David Lawson assembles a talented cast—and not just for the leads. In particular Nicole, who plays Mike’s wife, Kate, impresses. It is great to see her work with a seasoned director who helps her grow. Much like Margie and Mike could easily descend into a shouting, Nicole could choose to scream in in hysterics. Instead, she expertly simmers and struggles with tightly wound fury; it captivates

and shines through powerfully. The role demands intensity, especially for one so young. Her ability to pull it off serves as testimony to both her and Lawson. (I look forward to watching her growth in the next few years.)

The rest of the cast is quite remarkable, too. Maurer plays resigned and disappointed Stevie, who keeps his head down, works hard, and obviously is cowed by the strong and angry women dominating his whole life.

Saperstein convinces as a truly selfish, awful person that sees herself as kind and generous. (Those are thoughtful reminders she gives Margie about the rent, not threats to evict her.) The comfort and unconscious shorthand between Jean and Margie steals the show: They really talk like lifelong friends, leaving out others in the room who don’t share 40 years of memories together. Between her interactions with both Jean and Mike, Farmer displays one of the great strengths an actress can have: the ability to build and share with others on stage.

Lance Howell’s set design is fabulous. Red Barn Studio does not have fly space or backstage storage, so everything has to fit together and transform to create a trashed-up alley, a bingo hall, a doctor’s office, Margie’s tenement kitchen, and Mike’s posh living room. That’s a lot to accomplish in such a limited space, but Howell delivers a set that would make a geometry teacher proud and an interior designer jealous.

His phone should be ringing off the hook for decorating gigs based on the way he yields the tastes and needs of both Mike and Kate.

There is so much to recommend in this show: a well-crafted script, incredible acting and a fabulous set. The best way to sum it up: It makes audiences lean forward in their seats, literally hanging on every word, not wanting to miss a single gesture or implication.

DETAILS: Good People ★★ ★ ★ ★ Red Barn Studio, 1122 S. 3rd St. Thurs- Sun, Aug. 15th-16th, 23rd-25th, 28th-30th, 7:30 p.m.; Sun, 3 p.m.

Tickets $25

Psychical Promiscuity:

arts > theatre

‘Closer’ brings an emotionally taxing night of theatre By: Shea Carver

“Y

ou didn’t fall in love; you gave into temptation. There’s a moment.

There’s always a moment: I can do this, I can give into this, or I can resist temptation,” Alice succinctly describes to Anna in the Patrick Marber play “Closer,” which debuted in 1999. Most will remember it from the 2004 Mike Nichols’ film, starring Clive Owen, Jude Law, Julia Roberts, and Natalie Portman.

Nichols’ interpretation left out this snippet of dialogue between the love-torn ladies. It’s unfortunate, because it sums up every character in the show—Dan, Alice, Anna, and Larry—and their willingness to set up heartache and endure its catastrophic emotional aftermath like candy. Simply put: These people are sadists and masochists who wallow in emotional and moral bankruptcy like a new currency. Owning up to their actions and facing the work it takes to choose love, real love, is merely foreign. Sexual desires dictate every move they make to the point of no return.

I will admit: I loathed the film upon its release.

My first introduction to these people left me feeling absolutely nothing for them. They lack compassion, empathy, accountability, and integrity. Yet, somehow, knowing it was originally a play (which launched a young Maggie Gyllenhaal, who played Alice, into her acting career), I couldn’t help but think that its dark psychological profiling of the human condition at its rawest, most primal instincts would translate to greater heights live. And it does in Browncoat Pub and Theatre’s debut of the show, a premiere for Wilmington audiences. Still, it’s torture to watch Marber’s characters.

In a nutshell, the plot focuses on two couples, Dan and Alice, a British obits writer and an American wayward stripper, as well as portrait photographer Anna and her dermatologist husband, Larry. Dan meets Alice after watching a cabby hit her on a London street. He accompanies Alice to the hospital, where they encounter a painfully handsome doctor, Larry, who briefly looks at her bloody leg. Alice has a scar in the shape of a question mark on one knee as well; she says she got it from a car accident that left her parents dead. The underpinning of that scar and how it really happened (self-mutilation?) is a nice metaphor in trying to find out who these people are; really, we never know.

Dan meets Anna a year or so after he and Alice have been dating for a photo shoot for his newly released book based on Alice. Dan comes onto the more mature Anna despite his current relationship, and pursues her so heavily, so forthrightly, that it feels like a twisted manhunt at the onset. And his “game” doesn’t neces-

closer to separation: (l. to r., bottom) Jon Berry and Erin Hunterr and (l. to r., top) Anna Gamel and Kenneth Rosander tackle the sexually explicit “Closer,” now showing at Browncoat Pub and Theatre.

Photo by Shea Carver

sarily run from being caught either. A love affair among them all begins, each switching partners rather frivolously, and the mental taxation they leave in their wake exhausts viewers to no end.

I do not envy the actors taking on this show. I imagine at the end of each performance, they’re seriously drained from the drama’s complexities and the impassioned people it represents. Last weekend, before the Saturday show opened, Jon Berry was taken to the hospital to be treated for exhaustion because of his travels between acting jobs. Though he missed two nights of opening weekend, he can stand proud from his stellar Friday performance.

This marks the first time seeing Jon Berry take on an in-depth role not based on a musical. His acting and singing chops have been proven in shows like City Stage’s “Tommy” and “The Rocky Horror Show.” Here, on the intimacy of Browncoat’s stage, he literally radiates a professionalism unmatched. Aside from his stunning good looks, at the onslaught of his love affair with Anna (Erin Hunter), he masters a caring and thoughtful lover. Tender moments of a slight touch or wry smile show how any woman can fall for him without fail.

So when his sexual perversions become apparent, a different, more aggressive but also desperate man illuminates, presenting the yin and yang that does exist in us all.

where only she knows, somewhere sacred. It’s the only time we see her retreat a success—to move away from a torturous man she’s allowed in her life.

Kenneth Rosander’s Dan is a blubbering fool.

To be fair, Rosander makes being a hot mess an art form. He also is the only one to maintain the British accent in the play, and he doesn’t let it interfere with his character but sincerely add to it. Dan oozes of slime; it cannot be removed unless the entire character were rewritten. Rosander bolsters an obsessive quality needed to play him. Nothing will ever be enough for this man, and Rosander plays to his utter confusion with a clear disheveled persona. Women to him are more like property than humans. Poetic justice comes when he doesn’t even find his own human depth ‘til it’s too late.

Erin Hunter’s Anna carries a heft of pomposity that’s indefinable. I am most perplexed by this character. It’s almost like the role is written to be filler. While Marber writes her as accomplished, artistic, culturally refined, and attractive, she feels vapid. I don’t know if any actress can make her more. Hunter works with Marber’s words to a tee; she manifests constraint in a quite tidy manner. And I feel like that’s who Anna is on the outside: tidy. She may seem to have it all but she manages to sabotage it. She’s also very even keeled about it all, without owning up to it, ever.

Even in her confession to Dan for sleeping with an ex-lover, she seems removed—as mundane as ordering coffee. I The set design of “Closer” is a marvel, even in its simplicity. Kudos to the art work done by local Addie Wuensch and to scenic artist Susan Kranyik for giving the art gallery set a minimalistic yet refined feel. The marble effect is a nice touch. Director Aaron Willings—who’s known for his tech-savvy work behind the scenes for theatre companies all over town—also does well with lighting and sound design. More so, he has led a cast to dive headfirst into the darker corners of human nature many of us are very afraid to go. This show is explicit in sexual content and dialogue. But, really, its psychical promiscuity will be the most impacting on viewers.

What I love about Berry’s personification is his wont to be needed. He frequently begs the characters, even when they’re strangers, to talk to him—pining for trust. It’s as if he’s summonsing any kind of true connection, which completely cultivates the antithesis of the show.

His every action—of where he puts his hands to the fleeting sense of urgency to control his emotions—shows how Berry is on a different plane of acting. He also manages a natural chemistry onstage with all of his colleagues, but especially Anna Gamel, who plays the young renegade, Alice.

Gamel has a way of making emotions pop with her eyes. Often they say more than dialogue or movements. Her character is overly intent to understand Dan (Kenneth Rosander) at their first encounter, as seen through doe eyes which showcase an overabundance of desire.

It’s very clear she strives to be understood, to be loved, to be cared after, and to be accepted almost to detrimental proportions. When she’s devastated by the lack of response she gets in return—from anyone, may I add—her reserve, to become unfazed and hide behind her sexualCloser ity is showcased by a vacant gaze.

Gamel’s character is the center of the plot, ★ ★ ★ 1/2 ★ ★ the nucleus from which everyone else spawns.

Aug. 15th-17th, 22nd-24th, 8 p.m.

Though her mysterious background and emotional well of revenge drives much of the play, Sundays, 5 p.m. her own form of honesty, even if on a slant, Browncoat Pub and Theatre somehow remains riveting. She embodies this best during the final breakup scene with Dan. 111 Grace Street • Tickets: $10-$15 When she says she’s fallen out of love, her www.browncoattheatre.com eyes, again, go to a different place—not quite in the moment, not quite in the past, just someencore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 19

DETAILS:

Shaping Up:

arts > art

Ann Connor displays ‘Recent Drawings’ at Wilma W. Daniels Gallery By: Jay Workman

A

nn Connor’s clothes always contain perfectly pressed angles.

Her sand-colored hair falls to her shoulders with longitudinal grace, and her blunt bangs can curve a ruler. She’s geometry personified.

In her upcoming show, “Process and Clarity,” Conner introduces a careful study of shapes and lines arranged into uniquely structured patterns and configurations. At first the simple images created by spirographs and stencils seem elementary and unassuming.

The longer they’re studied, the clearer it becomes the playful forms contain mathematical logic that takes an intense amount of concentration to draft. “I just like artwork that’s very direct,” Connor comments.

“There’s nothing unequivocal about it; you either like it or you don’t.”

For Connor composing a study is like rearranging an equation. The formula consists of choosing templates, their placement on paper, and the number of rows (et cetera

times infinity).

Her “DizzyWood” series is a prime example of a new solution. Although she’s “not usually into the ‘cutesy’ stuff,” the grouping of fundamental forms come from snail and beetle-shaped cookie cutters. Like the majority of her drawings, she fills each template in slow, random paths with a rapidiograph pen.

Her efforts are laborious but satisfying. When the light hits at the right angle, the squiggly silhouettes resemble wood-grain—an effect the artist claims is purely subconscious. She readily admits her drawing process is slowmoving. But it’s the best way to settle into a future woodcut scheme.

Each 48-by-36-inch black-and-white drawing prefaces one of her signature woodcuts.

Connor’s deep-rooted passion for woodcutting surprises. Though she taught painting and drawing at UNCW for over four decades, her grandfather urged her to use tools at a young age, and her mother acquired exquisite early Japanese woodcut prints from New York. Her graduate professor, Marvin Saltzman, was probably the biggest influence.

When Connor was struggling to distinguish

Lovey’s Natural Foods and Café Organic Produce and Groceries Natural Beauty Products & Supplements

Your Local Health Food Store & Café

LOVEY’S AUGUST SPECIALS:

25%OFF

25%OFF

25% OFF

Delicious, Healthy & Fresh Organic Salad Bar (910) 509-0331 1319 Military Cutoff Rd. Suite H • www.loveysmarket.com 20 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

Laborious renderings: “DizzyWood” (2012), a 48-by-36-inch ink drawing. Photo, courtesy Wilma W. Daniels Gallery.

herself, he steered her toward a challenging new genre with these words: “You can’t paint.” I guess we should thank him.

Connor’s large, vibrantly colored-pressed prints start out as uniformly grained oak blocks. Her preference for a straight-grained wood is just another subtle wink at her precise nature. The radiating vertical and horizontal waves of a tree’s age flow out like visible DNA. Echoing Roy Lichtenstein, and his ability to maintain flat surfaces, she uses an electric Japanese chisel to carve the intricate designs. Her sweeps are so exact they look like they were created by a machine, which is exactly her intent. The context screams post-minimalism.

“I’ve gone to just very symmetrical designs; it takes the thought out of it,” she tells.

“I still rely on visual instinct to mix it up, so it’s not boring.”

“Starwood” is the most diverse series to date and is currently in production at Flatbed Press in Austin, Texas. Pulling from what she calls her box of toys, the work’s columns consist of blacked-in star stencils and traced snowflake ornaments. Upon closer inspection, one of two cookie-cutter shapes—a train and a dinosaur—cleverly have been worked into the four drawings. Their presence

among such symmetrical forms is completely intentional and a nod toward the playful work of Jeff Koons and his current pop-art retrospective at the New York City’s Whitney Museum.

Connor’s color choices also are playful and as visually instinctive as the rest of her process.

They often tell a story.

Her “Brentwood” suite is named after a newly constructed upper-middle class neighborhood in Los Angeles. The lightly scalloped ovals, diamonds, circles, and squares resemble the cracker shapes in a box of Sociables.

Alternatively, they create a bird’seye view of uniformly placed domiciles with similar landscaping and grid-like avenues. Her color choices mimic the architecture and culture of the place, too—including hues of fast-food yellow, swimming-pool blue and coffeeshop green, to name a few.

A year ago, all eight of Connor’s “Brentwood” cuts (accompanied by 15 other works) were on display at the Wilma W. Daniels Gallery. Cape Fear Community College’s contemporary art space is one of Connor’s favorites in town.

“I love the street-facing windows,” she describes. “People who walk by can see the installation and de-installation of a show, so they can experience what art is really about.”

Beginning on August 18th, patrons will experience birth-in-reverse at the Wilma W. Daniels Gallery. While Connor’s completed woodcut prints were a celebration of design, “Process and Clarity” explores the decisive calculations behind each and unobtrusively asks that gallery-goers form their own opinions.

DETAILS:

Process and Clarity Work by Ann Connor On display Aug. 18th - Oct. 7th Wed. - Thurs., noon - 5 p.m.

Reception: Fourth Fri. each month Wilma W. Daniels Gallery, CFCC 200 Hanover St. 910-362-7691

Artfuel.inc

2165 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 343 5233 Mon.-Sat., noon-7 p.m. www.artfuelinc.com

Artfuel Inc. Volume 38 features artists Sarah Peacock, Luke Worley, Matt Hoyme, Shawn Dougherty, Brent Kye, and Kurt Elkins.

ArtExposure!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC 910-803-0302 • 910-330-4077 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com

ArtExposure is offering summer camps for children ages 7-11. Each camp focuses on a different medium.and will run through August 1st. Go to the website www.artexposure50. com and click on Classes for Children for more information.

The show, "Repurpose, Reuse, Recycle and Upcycle" is open to all NC artists. The deadline to enter is August 22nd. The show opens on September 12th with a reception from 6-8pm. Download the entry form by going to www.artexposure50.com and clicking on the Call for Entries page.

We will display the unique works of George Walter Cole in October with an opening reception on October 10th from 6-8pm. If you haven't seen George's unique work, you are in for a treat and a lot of fun!

CAPE FEAR NATIVE

114 Princess St. • (910) 465-8811 Tues.-Fri.. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sat., 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. www.capefearnative.com

Featured this month is Jenny McKinnon Wright, known for her impressionistic, colorful paintings of our stunning natural environment. View the collection until August 21.

Cape Fear Native features the works of local artists and craftspeople inspired by nature.

Here you’ll find original paintings on canvas and reclaimed river wood, handmade jewelry, local photography, sail bags, handmade wood products, tiles, note cards, historic maps, books and our exclusive Wilmington city map tees/totes/prints.

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

200 Hanover St., CFCC parking deck, first level 910-362-7431 Tues.-Fri., noon - 5 p.m.

Sally Jacobs' recent paintings explore fundamental questions surrounding her role as a mother. In this exhibition, Jacobs’ 5-year-

old son is often her muse. The paintings record the psychological push and pull between mother and son. The figures are embedded into fields of abstract environments, which embody a charged, energetic expression of place.

Her show, Excavations, will hang at 200 N. Hanover Street, in Wilmington, NC.

New Elements Gallery 201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-6p.m. (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com

"Deja View" features the works of Raleigh artist Bob Rankin remain on display through August 16th. The show will consist of abstract interpretations of the Carolina coast, non-objective abstractions as well as abstractions from India and Nepal. Rankin's work is highly energetic and colorful, utilizing geometric shapes with a combination of brushwork and palette knife. His compositions have a cohesion that is straight-forward and dynamic.

River to Sea Gallery 225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) • (910)-763-3380 Tues.-Sat. 11am-5p; 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.

SUNSET RIVER Marketplace 10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 Tues.- Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 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 metalworks, 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.

“Fresh tastes better”

FRESH VEGETABLES DAILY!

- Natural Boneless Chicken Breast - Hand Trimmed Ribeye - Large Shrimp (peeled in house) - Patagonia Sea Scallops - All sauces made fresh in house -

HERE ARE A FEW FAVORITES...

Appetizers Veggie Spring Rolls (2) - $2.29 • Pork Spring Rolls (2) - $2.39 Pork Won Tons (8) - $3.99 • Crab Won Tons (8) - $3.99 Pineapple Won Tons (8) - $3.79 • Chicken &Vegetable Gyoza - $3.99 Edamame - $2.49 House Salad w/ Ginger Dressing - $2.49 Spicy/Sweet Chili Chicken Wings - $4.99 Hot & Sour Chicken Soup- $2.89 • Onion Soup - $1.89

Hibachi & Teriyaki Entrees

Hibachi & Teriyaki Combos

Vegetables - $5.79 Chicken - $6.49 Steak - $7.49 Shrimp - $7.69 Grilled Fish - $7.69 Scallops - $9.79 Grilled Salmon - $11.98

Chicken & Steak - $8.99 Chicken & Shrimp - $9.99 Steak & Flounder - $11.89 Steak & Shrimp - $11.19 Steak & Grilled Fish - $11.89 Shrimp & Grilled Fish - $11.89

Hibachi & Teriyaki Combos Chicken & Steak - $8.89 Chicken & Shrimp - $9.99 Steak & Shrimp - $11.19 Steak & Grilled Fish - $11.89 (Flounder or Tilapia) Shrimp & Grilled Fish - $11.89 (Flounder or Tilapia)

$4 Sushi

California Roll with Crab Spicy Tuna Roll Philly Roll/Smoked Salmon Vegetable Roll (w/ Sweet Chili Sauce) Spicy Crab Salad Roll

Tempura

Tilapia Fish - $7.49 Shrimp - $7.89

$4.69 DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS

*Kids eat for $.99 all day on Sundays! *Ogden location only.

Hampstead Location:

Ogden Location:

15248 Highway 17 North Hampstead, NC 28443 910.270.9200 Drive-thru, call in or walk up

6932 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28411 910.791.7800 Dine in or carry out

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 21

arts > film

Streaming Success:

Locally rendered film ‘We Can’t Help You’ makes its online debut By: Christian Podgaysky

T

he road blocks—complete with large equipment-toting trucks one sees around Wilmington—aren’t just an inconvenience; they constitute the film industry’s presence. Though recently it’s been scrutinized by politicians, its existence still entails a significant importance to the local economy.

A homegrown crew permits the creation of numerous productions.

One short film, “We Can’t Help You,” which began streaming online (NoBudge.com) in July, holds such ties to Wilmington. Written and directed by Brad Land, author of the gritty, bestselling memoir “Goat,” the Southern Gothic crime drama tells the story of a young vagrant who traverses the foothills of the American South with an alcoholic mentor with the intent to carry out an unsettling act.

“Practically every person involved has lived or currently lives in Wilmington,” Taylor Kowalski, producer and lead actor says. The majority of the forces behind the project attended either

UNCW or CFCC. Kowlaski, who studied English at UNCW, currently showcases his acting chops on shows like Showtime’s “Homeland” (filmed in Charlotte). As well, he appeared in the 2012 film, “What to Expect When You’re Expecting.”

“Both experiences brought new opportunities my way, and I’m thankful for that,” Kowalski details. His work gave him his acting pedigree, which lent its hand to “We Can’t Help You.” He first became involved with the film back in 2009 when he did a Cucalorus reading for the screenplay of “Goat,” alongside “We Can’t Help You” co-star Austin Nichols.

“Shortly after this event, Brad started developing these characters for [cast members] Austin, Matt Land, Stephen Elliott, and myself,” Kowalski informs. Brad grounded the script in inspirations, including Larry Brown, Cormac McCarthy, Dennis Johnson, Quentin Tarantino, and Bob Dylan. Themes of male sensitivity and group violence recall his memoir “Goat”; however, the film differs in its fictional approach. It’s categorized as “a mobster crime meets a dirty South gang initiation story.” The Gritty short: The dark, crime-drama short, “We Can’t Help You,” can be seen for free online. Courtesy photo.

film yields an innate darkness in its approach.

“Michelle Boley came on as our main producer with her [company], Rouge Kite Productions Co.,” Kowalski says. The crew came together to edit a 40-page script into a 12-minute short. Their work paid off as they were the recipients of the South Carolina Indie Film Grant.

Though script development began in 2009, production on the film didn’t start until 2010— when they shot their first scene for the film.

“Brad found [a second director] Alan Scott Neal who edited the attic scene, and after seeing what he accomplished with the footage, we were all inspired to finish the film,” Kowalski explains.

Shooting wrapped in November of 2011.

“Some of my best friendships were formed during this project,” Kowalski shares. “We finally walked away with a film that every person involved is very happy with, which I think is rare.”

Like any production, the film was the crew’s baby. Tireless perfectionism led postproduction to extend into this year. “[It’s a] long time from 2009 to 2014 for a short film,” Kowalski quips.

The film screened as part of the Okefenokee Shorts at Cucalorus last November. Jengo’s intimate-style theater granted the film an im22 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

mersing setting. “We screened in the ‘local shorts’ block, which was the first block in the festival to completely sell-out seats,” Kowalski tells. “We knew going in we would be playing for a packed house, [which is] always exciting.

It was the first time I had seen the short with that many people, and there was a palpable energy during the screening, which was cool.

It meant we had made something that mostly worked; the tension we hoped to build in those 12 minutes was working.”

Naturally, the film’s grim nature sparks discussions and incites a broad range of reactions. “We’ve received a hearty amount of response that are as varied as they come,” Kowalski reports. “My favorite so far came from my acting mentor and friend Peter Jurasik, who told me it made him think of the Rolling Stones’ song, ‘Wild Horses.’”

Kowalski focuses on the acting abilities of his co-star Matt when he serves as a discussion panelist for the film. The crew hopes more in-person screenings will occur, but for now they revel in the Internet’s ability to exhibit their work for the masses. The film is available for free on Vimeo and NoBudge.com—a DIY indie-film site dedicated to housing thoughtprovoking grassroots projects.

DETAILS: We Can’t Help You https://www.facebook.com/WeCantHelpYouMovie

Achieving Great Heights:

arts > film

‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ delivers master-class fun

films this week

By: Anghus

Cinematique

Cinematique at Thalian Hall’s Main Stage (unless otherwise noted) 310 Chestnut Street • $8-$10 Mondays through Wednesdays (unless otherwise noted), 7 p.m. www.thalianhall.org

S

ummer movies don’t need to take themselves so seriously. In recent years there’s been a push to ground everything in grim, realistic takes on adapted material—probably in part due to the success of movies like “The Dark Knight.” The franchise’s director, Christopher Nolan, took decades of continuity about a guy dressed up like a bat to fight crime, and turned it into a morality film about order, chaos and duty.

Once one archetypal movie succeeds, Hollywood copies and pastes the process. Unfortunately, grounding everything is often a recipe for sucking the fun out of a film. Summer blockbusters don’t need to be dour; instead, they need to be unshackled, so they become something greater. Almost all the films I’ve enjoyed this summer have a sense of whimsy: “Snowpierecer” is a serious movie with an insane premise and production design, and “Lucy” comes wonderfully weird—now there’s “Guardians of the Galaxy.”

“Guardians of the Galaxy” renders masterclass fun. It understands that just because the lives of billions are at stake, it doesn’t mean characters can’t crack a joke. Director James Gunn (“Slither,” “Super”) has delivered the most satisfying summer movie in ages. It’s a spacefaring adventure, featuring a cast of misfits on a quest to save the galaxy from an epic threat. The film packs to the gills with characters and happenings; but none of it feels superfluous, and it’s all ridiculously entertaining.

Chris Pratt (“Parks and Recreation”) plays Peter Quill, a.k.a. Star-Lord, a thief who cons his way through a cruel universe. He’s quick with a joke and a laser-gun-stealing treasure out to make cash. Peter’s a lovable rogue that, in the movies of yesteryear, would’ve been a swashbuckler, swinging across the bow of a pirate ship on a rope, with a knife clenched between his teeth.

While trying to obtain an ancient orb, he ends up in space jail with a host of characters who share a similar goal. It’s like “Orange is the New Black”—but instead of “Crazy Eyes,” you get an 8-foot talking tree that can only say: ”I am Groot.”

All the characters are connected by this mysterious orb. Quill wants to sell it for cash—a goal shared by Gamora (Zoe Saldana), a green-skinned master assassin determined to escape the cruel patronage of her father Thanos (Josh Brolin). Drax (Dave Bautista)—who wants vengeance on Ronan the Accuser (Lee Pace), an evil-alien warlord hellbent on destroying worlds with the orb’s power—is a literal killing machine. Groot (Vin Diesel) and Rocket (Bradley Cooper) are two

reel to reel

THE REAL DEAL: Chris Pratt entertains and never takes himself too seriously as Peter Quill in “Guardians of the Galaxy.” Courtesy photo.

bounty hunters, looking for a piece of the action. They join as a tentative team of mercenaries, who seek a large fortune to bankroll a new life.

Their divergent goals come with many hindrances. Ronan commands an army that searches every inch of the galaxy for the thieves. Quill’s former boss, Yondu (Michael Rooker), is a down-and-dirty looter, who doesn’t take kindly to double crosses. On top of that, Gamora’s sister, Nebulae (Karen Gillan), a genetically enhanced weapon, has been tasked with capturing the orb seekers.

Like I said: This movie is big—huge. There’s a lot going on, and it all works at breakneck speed. It rarely pauses between amazing spectacles.

Much credit goes to its director for making such a satisfying movie. The story never supersedes the characters and rarely devolves into clichés. Our heroes are an extremely likable group of misfits; all atypical in a superhero universe populated with Iron Man and Thor. These are the other guys. They’re reluctant, lack impulse control and aren’t exactly a think-tank.

The other heaping helping of recognition goes to Chris Pratt; he owns this movie.

Pratt’s vulnerable and has no problem being the butt of a joke. People make Han Solo comparisons; though misguided, they’re understandable. In truth, Pratt’s Peter is more like Bruce Campbell’s Ash in “Army of Darkness.” (For the record: I love that.) There’s a scene toward the end of the movie where Pratt challenges a villain to a dance-off. It

may be the most fearless scene in a summer blockbuster I’ve seen in years. (Something I never could picture Harrison Ford pulling off.)

Pratt is the real deal, and “Guardians of the Galaxy” achieves great heights because of his willingness to entertain and not be taken too seriously. This is a great, great summer movie.

DETAILS

Guardians of the Galaxy ★★ ★ ★ ★ Starring Chris Pratt Vin Diesel Bradley Cooper Directed by James Gunn Rated PG-13

8/18-20: “Ida” (2013)—Follow Anna (later revealed to be Ida), a novitiate nun in 1960s Poland, as she enters a painful, eye-opening journey into her family’s past. Sent by the Mother Superior of her convent to visit her only living relative, Aunt Wanda, Anna uncovers the secrets of her family; secrets heavily shaded by the Holocaust and her family’s ties to the Communist Party. Don’t miss this critical favorite, called “best film of the year” by many. (PG-13, 1hr 20 min.)

8/25-29: “The Grand Seduction” (2013)—The small harbor of Tickle Cove is in dire need of a doctor so that the town can land a contract to secure a factory which will save it from financial ruin.

Village resident Murray French (Gleeson) leads the search, and when he finds Dr. Paul Lewis (Kitsch) he employs—along with the whole town—tactics to seduce the doctor to stay permanently. (PG-13, 1 hr. 53 min.)

Wilmington Weekly Film Mixer

Giant Cafe, 1200 N. 23rd St. Ste. 209 Free, 7 p.m.

Check out Wednesday mixers for all those involved with the NC film and video industry. All are welcome: filmmakers, actors, writers, directors, producers, camera crew, art department, marketers, promoters, investors, and supporters.

Open mic at 7 p.m. Please prepare for 60 seconds or less. (A minute goes faster than you think!) Stay for one-on-one networking after and a musicians showcase, too! Don’t forget your business cards!

All area movie listings and paragraph synopses can be found at encorepub.com.

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 23

Southeastern NC’s premier dining guide

grub&guzzle

Thai Spice

5552 Carolina Beach Rd. Suite G

(910) 791-0044

American BLUEWATER

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 award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sun. during the summer months. 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 waffles, skillet hashes and sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi and signature meatloaf sandwich. Our dinner features a special each night along with our house favorites 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, Wilmington 910-523-5362.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

■ 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

The dixie grill

The Dixie Grill has undergone numerous transformations over the years. It has been a white linen establishment, a no-frills diner and pool hall, a country café and now a classic American diner. The menu hearkens back to an aesthetic that equated good food with freshness, flavor and a full stomach. This combination has earned The Dixie Grill the Encore Reader’s Choice award for “Best Breakfast” and “Best Diner” several times. Call the Dixie an homage to the simplicity of southern cuisine, call it a granola greasy spoon, call it whatever you like. Just sit back, relax and enjoy!.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST and LUNCH:

OPEN 7 days a week. Serving Breakfast and Lunch daily

24 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington

CATCH

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

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

If you’re looking for good food and an atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place! Award winning wings and 20 signature sauces and seasonings.

Plus…salads, wraps, flatbreads, burgers, and more. Tons of Big screen TVs and all your favorite sports. We have daily drink specials, a HUGE draft selection, and Free Trivia all day every day. Come in for our Weekday Lunch Specials, only $5.99 from 11am-2pm. Visit us for Wing Tuesdays with

60 cent wings all day long, or Boneless Thursdays with 60 cent boneless wings all day long. Buffalo Wild Wings is a great place to dine in or take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: MondaySaturday 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: 2 locations-Midtown (910-798-9464) and Monkey Junction (910-392-7224) ■ MUSIC: Live music Friday and Saturday in the Summer ■ WEBSITE: www.buffalowildwings.com

Elijah’s

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

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 its going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events. Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant.com for

details. 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.

■ MUSIC: Live Music beginning at 5:30 p.m.

■ 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.

■ BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat..

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com

Halligan's pub

“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 Halligan’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

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

Ogden Tap room

Wilmington’s go to Southern Gastro-Pub. With a menu featuring some southeast favorites and a few from the bayou. Ogden Tap Room offers a selection the whole family will enjoy. With 40 beers on tap from around the world, The O Tap is a Craft Beer Enthusiast dream come true. Ogden Tap Room also has a great wine selection

as well as a full bar featuring the areas largest Bourbon selection. You are sure to leave Ogden Tap Room a happy camper.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Thurs 11:00amMidnight, Fri & Sat 11:00am-1:00 am, Sunday Noon - Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Ogden ■ FEATURING: Live Team Trivia Tues 7:30-9:30pm ■ MUSIC: Every Thursday 8:00-10:00 ■ WEBSITE: www.ogdentaproom.com

pine valley market

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s BestOf 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: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

The Trolly Stop

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), all-beef (Sabrett), pork smoked sausage, Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or Look at our website trollystophotdogs. com Catering available, now a large portion of our business. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921

Southport (910) 457-7017 Front St. Wilmington (910) 251-7799 Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

Asian BLUE ASIA

Blue Asia serves a wide range of Asian and Pacific Rim cuisines, in Chinese, Japanese and Thai, prepared by experienced chefs. By offering only the freshest seafood, meats and vegetables, chefs prepare classic sushi rolls, nigiri and sashimi, as well as hibachi tempura dishes, and favorites like Pad Thai or chicken and broccoli. A large selection of appetizers, such as dumplings and spring rolls, along with homemade soups and salads, make Blue Asia a fusion experience, sating all palates. Folks dine in an upscale ambiance, transporting them to far-away metropolises. We always serve a full menu, and we specialize in the original all-you-can-eat, made-to-order sushi for lunch ($11.95) or dinner ($20.95). With specialty cocktails and full ABC permits, we welcome families, students, young professionals and seasoned diners alike. 341 S. College Rd., Ste 52.

910-799-0002.www.blueasiabistro.info ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Wed, 11am-10pm;

Thurs-Sat, 11am-10:30pm; Sun, noon-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: All-you-can-eat, made-to-order sushi for lunch ($11.95) or dinner ($20.95).

■ WEBSITE: www.blueasia.info

big thai ii

From the minute you walk through the door to the wonderful selection of authentic Thai cuisine, Big Thai II offers you a tranquil and charming atmosphere - perfect start to a memorable dinner. For the lunchtime crowd, the luncheon specials provide a great opportunity to get away. The menu is filled with carefully prepared dishes such as Pad Thai (Chicken, Beef, Pork or Tofu pan-fried rice noodles with eggs, peanuts, bean sprouts, carrots, and chives in a sweet and savory sauce) and Masaman Curry (The mildest of all curries, this peanut base curry is creamy and delicious with potatoes, cashew nuts and creamy avocado). But you shouldn’t rush into a main entrée right away! You will be missing out on a deliciously appetizing Thai favorite, Nam Sod (Ground Pork blended with fresh chili, green onion, ginger and peanuts). And be sure to save room for a piece of their fabulous Coconut Cake! A trip to Big Thai II is an experience that you’ll never forget. If the fast and friendly service doesn’t keep you coming back, the great food will!

1319 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-6588 ■ Serving Lunch: Mon-Fri 11 a.m. -.2:30 p.m.

■ Serving Dinner: Mon-Thur 5 p.m. -.9:30 p.m.; Friday 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday 4 p.m. -.10 p.m.; Sunday 4 p.m. -.9:30 p.m.

■ Neighboorhood: Mayfaire ■ Featuring: Authentic Thai Cuisine ■ Website: www.bigthainc.com

hibachi to go

If you want fresh food fast, check out Hibachi To Go! It is a family-owned business with a professional and friendly staff serving the freshest local ingredients. Everything on the menu is done right on-site, from hand trimming the meat to making every sauce! They offer affordable appetizers such as crab, pork, or pineapple wontons, green bean fries, spring rolls, and edamama along with specialties like Teriyaki or Hibachi chicken, hand-trimmed ribeye, scallops, tempura or grilled shrimp, and fresh fish with veggies and rice. Drop by daily for the $4.69 lunch special and $4 sushi.

Bring the little ones in on Sundays to the Ogden location and they can eat for only $0.99!

Visit us at our Ogden location where you can dine- in or take-out or our Hampstead location where you can drivethru, walk-up, or take-out.

■ Serving Lunch & dinner: 11am- 9pm Everyday ■ Neighboorhood: Ogden- 6932 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28411 (910) 791-7800 Hampstead- 15248 Highway 17 North Wilmington, NC 28411 (910) 270-9200 ■ Featuring: $4.69 lunch specials ■ Website: www.hibachitogo.com

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 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

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: Wilmington South ■ WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.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

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.co

Indian tandoori Bites

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 25

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

A Wilmington favorite since 1987! At Elizabeth’s you’ll find authentic Italian cuisine, as well as some of your American favorites. Offering delicious pizza, salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts, beer, and wine. Elizabeth’s is known for their fresh ingredients, where even the bread is baked fresh daily. A great place for lunch, dinner, a late night meal, or take out. Elizabeth’s can also cater your event and now has a party room available. Visit us at 4304 ½ Market St or call 910-251-1005 for take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 10am-Midnight every day ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown (Corner of Market St and Kerr Avenue).

■ WEBSITE: www.epwilmington.com ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, kids menu and online coupons.

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,

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

siena trattoria

Enjoy authentic Italian food in a beautiful, warm, casual setting. Whether dining indoors or in our courtyard, Siena is the perfect neighborhood trattoria for the entire family to enjoy. From our delicious brick oven pizza to elegantly prepared meat, seafood, and pasta specials, you will find a level of cuisine that will please the most demanding palate, prepared from the finest and freshest ingredients.

■ SERVING DINNER: at 4 p.m. Daily.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South. 3315 Masonboro Loop Road, 910-794-3002 ■ FEATURING: Family style dinners on Sundays ■ WEBSITE: www.sienawilmington.com

Jamaican

Irish THE HARP

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 at 5 a.m. 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 djBe Open Mic & Karaoke - Irish songs available! - 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and half-price wine bottles all day Tuesdays; Harp University Trivia with Professor Steve Thursdays 7:30 p.m.; djBe karaoke and dancing 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Saturdays and live music Wednesday and 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.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Open at 6 a.m. 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.

■ 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.

■ MUSIC Live music Wednesdays and Fridays call 910-763-1607 for schedule; djBe open mic and karaoke Tuesdays 8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m, and djBe karaoke and dancing Saturdays 9 p.m - 1:30 a.m.

■ WEBSITE www.harpwilmington.com

Italian EDDIE ROMANELLI’S

is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years. Its diverse 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.

■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.RomanellisRestaurant.com

Organic LOVEY’S MARKET

Lovey’s Market 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 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 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 Free-Range 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!”

■ 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: Midtown FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, New Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes. Newly expanded.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

Seafood DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR

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 27tap 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 Noon-10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

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 highestquality 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.

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA 26 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

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 $5.99 Student meal. Catering options are available.

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

Monday - Closed ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road #24 ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

Latin American san juan cafe

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

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

FISH BITES

Home of the freshest seafood in town, and Wilmington’s only Live Lobster Tank. Try one of our signature entrees like Fish Bites Tuna Filet, Stuffed Flounder or The Fishermans Stew. We have unique appetizers like Oyster Bombs, Shrimp Bombs, or Grouper Cheeks(who knew Groupers had cheeks!!). Have your Fresh Catch prepared to your delight, pan seared, grilled, blackened, broiled or fried.

We will accomodate any taste. The Daily Special Board features creative dishes that highlight our Chef’s creative culinary skills. We make a fantastic steamer platter with Crab Legs, Shrimp, Clams, Oysters and Mussels. The possibilities are endless. We have the largest selection of seafood in the area. Not only are we a seafood restaurant, but a fresh market as well. Take home your Fresh Seafood selection and cook it your favorite way. We also have take out. Don’t forget our made from scratch desserts. Come in and enjoy a fresh beverage from our full service “Bottems Up Bar”. Whether you just need something to curb your appetite or a full meal, we have something for everyone. Daily food specials and Drink Specials offered. Kids Menu available. So come in and enjoy the most amazing seafood you have ever tasted!

6132-11 Carolina Beach Rd. (910) 791-1117 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sun 11am-9pm. Kids menu

ington’s only Live Lobster Tank!

■ WEBSITE: www.fishbitesseafood.com

Hieronymus

Hieronymus Seafood is the midtown stop for seafood lovers. In business for over 30 years, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by constantly providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in local seafood. It’s the place to be if you are seeking top quality attributes in atmosphere, presentations, flavor and ingenuity. Signature dishes include Oysteronymus and daily fresh catch specials. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering services.

Voted “Best Seafood” in 2011. 5035 Market Street; 910392-6313; hieronymusseafood.com ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Fireside oyster bar.

■ WEBSITE: www.hieronymusseafood.net

oceanic

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 wedding receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. Family-style to go menu available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dining on the Crystal Pier.

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

THE PILOT HOUSE

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. 763-4133.

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

Thursday 4-7 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

vegetarian/Vegan SEALEVEL RESTAURANT

Southern 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.

Sports Bar Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sportsthemed 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

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar is thrilled to now serve customers in its new location at 109 Market Street in

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

CUSTOMER SERVICE LOCAL SHELLFISH

Carolina Al House

Shuckin' shack

hell's kitchen

Having opened in early spring 2013, Sealevel Restaurant is celebrating their one-year anniversary serving your plantbased diet needs. Chef Nikki Spears prepares well-executed, simple, snacky, sandwichy, and seasonally changing meals. From a nearly guilt-free American veggie cheeseburger, to fresh sushi, fish and shrimp “burgers,” falafel, fish tacos and avocado melt pitas, Sealevel caters to the needs of gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and lactose-intolerant diets. The restaurant serves organic and local food as much as possible, as well as Med-Leb, and Cal-Mex and Cal-Japanese style foods. Stop by and try one of their new hand-selected, whole-fruit smoothies, as well as specialties like and the Brown Rice Tortilla and Vegan Kale Nachos.

Sushi rolls unique to Sealevel Restaurant are served, and vegan and gluten-free desserts like Key Lime Pie, MochaVanilla Frozen Pie, and cookies. Drop by daily for lunch, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., or for dinner, Thurs. - Sat., 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Closed Tuesdays. 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: Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, lactoseintolerant and seafood-friendly fare!

■ WEBSITE: www.sealevelcitygourmet.com

FRESH MARKET CHOWDER SEAFOOD

CLAMS STEAKS OYSTERS LOBSTER

ly Delic p m iou ri CHOWDER SEAFOOD FRESH s MARKET !

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 newlyrenovated 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. 910-343-0200 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

Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). It’s the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more. Come in a check out Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time! The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd.; (910) 458-7380.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sat 11am-2am; Sun noon-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials, join the mailing list online ■ WEBSITE: www.pleasureislandoysterbar.com

Sh

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: The freshest seafood in town, and Wilm-

SEAFOOD BUFFET ROCKAFELLAR ZUCCHINI FRIES GROUPER CHEEKS

seafood • steak • sushi • chinese buffet

bar & grill with over 100 items Ask about our special room for private parties!

2541 CAROLINA BEACH ROAD • 763-8808

Hibachi Grill Included Wth The buffet!

Open Daily Lunch and Dinner • Mon - Thurs. 11am-10pm • Fri.-Sat. 11am-11pm • Sun. 11am-10pm

300 OFF

$

Any 3 Adult Lunch or 2 Dinner Buffets

asian buffet DINE-IN ONLY One Coupon Per Purchase.

Not valid with any other.

Excludes Crab Legs Offer Expires 8/31/14

2

$

00

OFF

Any 2 Adult Lunch or Dinner Buffets

asian buffet DINE-IN ONLY One Coupon Per Purchase.

Not valid with any other.

Excludes Crab Legs Offer Expires 8/31/14

OYSTERS STEAK LOBSTER CLAMS

Serving the largest selection of fresh seafood in Wilmington.

CUSTOMER SERVICE LOCAL SHELLFISH 6132-11 CAROLINA BEACH ROAD (HWY 421) 4 miles north of Carolina Beach, 421N on left 1.5 miles south of Monkey Junction 421S on right in the Masonboro Landing Shopping Center

www.fishbiteseafood.com • 910.791.1117 encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 27

Fire-Smoked Swinedom:

g&g > feature

Second annual Port City RibFest takes place this weekend By: Christian Podgaysky

L

ast year the Cape Fear River went up in smoke, and it was finger-lickin’ good. No, there wasn’t a massive fire, but the inaugural Port City RibFest, rounded

by AKA Entertainment and Media, did heat up things at the Battleship USS North Carolina Memorial Park.

Locals can pick their poison, as barbecuers from across the nation compete this weekend, Friday, August 15th through Sunday, August 17th, for the second annual Port City RibFest. This year a portion of the proceeds will go to the CARE Project, an organization that aids those with or affected by hearing impairments.

Event producer Allen McDavid, a member of the Foy family (former owners of Poplar Grove Plantation and Figure Eight Island), has helmed a similar festival in Winston-Salem for 10 years. Knowing how passionate about barbecue North Carolina is, he expanded it to Wilmington last year.

His previous Wilmington foray into firesmoked swinedom proved more successful than anticipated; close to 20,000 people were in attendance. “The enthusiasm for this event has been almost overwhelming,” McDavid proclaims.

This year he adds Raleigh, Charlotte and Asheville to the list of festival stops. He’s enlisted a 20-person crew, dubbed the “Rib Gypsies,” to help him undertake the festivals.

The three-day Port City event will dole out awards for Best Sauce, Best Ribs, People’s Choice, and overall Grand Champion on Sunday at 5:15 p.m.. This year’s contenders include: Sticky Ribs (Texas), Florida Skin and Bones, Texas Pit BBQ, Camp 31 (Alabama), Poor Piggy’s (Wilmington), and 108 B Grill Team (Georgia). Last year Texas Pit BBQ reigned over all, winning the Grand Champion and Best Ribs moniker.

“We are very excited to be coming back to the second annual Port City RibFest,” Ronald Conaway, Texas Pitt BBQ proprietor, says.

“Our first year was very successful, and the people were great.”

sophisticated food. . . casual style

W W W. B L U E S U R F C A F E . C O M BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER ~ GOURMET ENTRÉES ~ ~ EXPANDED BEER/WINE LIST ~ ~ GREAT OUTDOOR PATIO ~ 250 Racine Drive • Wilmington, NC Racine Commons • 910.523.5362 28 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

Master-class ‘cuer: Ronald Conway receives his Grand Champion award in 2013. Courtesy photo

The pork-slingers have been showcasing their talents in cookoffs for 22 years, and they’ve accumulated hundreds of awards.

“We firmly believe the best way to prepare award-winning ribs is with our special blend of oak, maple and cherry woods,” Conaway explains. Texas Pit BBQ’s Rib Rub and awardwinning Honey Glaze BBQ Sauce finish off the meat. “[You] smoke [the ribs] low and slow, and use a really good dry rub.”

Poor Piggy’s defended local pride as the recipient of the People’s Choice award. “Obviously, everyone has their individual tastes; but if it’s not smoked low and slow, it’s not BBQ,” McDavid tells.

The awards are decided upon by an expert panel of judges, including Randy Aldridge (Good Morning Carolina, WWAY-TV3, ABC affiliate), Dennis Rodgers (former columnist for Raleigh News and Observer), William Aman (former Wilmington chef) and Aaron Martin (a Wilmington-native and certified BBQ judge with the Kansas City Barbeque Society).

Port City RibFest’s Facebook page requested people to nominate locals to be judges in July. The selected finalists then campaigned and collected votes on the social-media site.

It elected John Dismukes (part of the New Hanover County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, vice president of the Board of Directors for the Parks Conservancy of New Hanover County, Inc.) and Cindy Pye-LaBod as judges.

Pye-LaBod hails from Lexington, NC (a barbecue mecca, known for its vinegar-based sauce, BBQ slaw and its annual ‘cue festival

in October). She was nominated by a friend.

“I really was shocked by how many people shouted: ‘I vote for Cindy,’” she says. “There were some funny comments in the voting area as well! Someone even nominated me for Ribfest Prom Queen!”

With a palate shaped by Lexington, Pye-LaBod maintains unaffected taste buds (though she still hopes to introduce Wilmington to BBQ slaw). “In my travels I make it an effort to try BBQ to taste the different sauces,” she describes. “ I know that with the different sauces I have tried, I can be unbiased.”

The festival also will be serving heaping helpings of beef brisket, beef ribs, chopped/ sliced pork, chicken, and sausage. Pours will come from Leinenkugel’s Leinie Lodge and Defiant Whiskey’s Shady Lady Saloon (complete with can-can girls). Duplin Winery, Miller Lite, and Foothills Brewery, too, will be on hand to quench thirsts.

“I am billing this festival as the ‘nation’s most unique BBQ festival,’ because of its setting and the entertainment offerings,” McDavid details.

The three-day festival will host myriad concerts; among them will be Wilmington gems Stray Local and Dubtown Cosmonauts. Jim Avett, The Avett Brothers’ patriarch, will play a set on Sunday. A full list of the bands/musicians playing can be found on Port City RibFest’s website.

Other attractions include: the market place, Squidling Brothers’ Side Show, Lucha Libre (masked-style wrestling), Water Wars, and The Juggling Gypsy’s mobile hookah lounge.

The kiddies will delight in seeing Ripley’s Aqaurium in Myrtle Beach’s mascot, Sharkee, and all his friends. As well, they can enjoy the inflatables and games in the Kidz’ Zone.

“I am trying to redefine what a BBQ festival is with the goal of appealing to a broader and younger audience,” McDavid says.

DETAILS

Port City RibFest Battleship USS NC Memorial Park 1 Battleship Rd. Fri., Aug. 15th - Sat., Aug 16th 11 a.m. - midnight Sun., Aug. 17th, noon - 7 p.m.

Admission: $1 - $7; $2 off on Sunday w/church bulletin www.portcityribfest.com

Family owned, locally operated, LM Restaurants feeds every craving, from fresh, never frozen burgers, to local seafood & produce. Come check out our culinary creations & relax with our hospitable staff in Leland, Wilmington & Wrightsville Beach.

Crave fresh. Crave LM Restaurants.

Hospitality Management LMRest.com

LMR est.coM

encore | august 13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 29

NOW OPEN 208 MARKET ST. , DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON (CORNER OF 2ND & MARKET ST) /// WWW.ZIGGYSBYTHESEA.COM

LOCATED INSIDE

ZIGGY’S BY THE SEA

20% OFF FOR ALL FIRST TIME CUSTOMERS

*JOIN OUR LOYALTY PROGRAM RECEIVE UPDATES AND DISCOUNTS

DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON’S VAPE HEADQUARTERS! GET TICKETS TO ALL ZIGGY’S BY THE SEA SHOWS!

208 MARKET ST. OPENS DAILY AT 10AM 30 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

THU, 8/14 blessthefall /// CHIODOS THU, 8/14 FRI, 8/15 SAT, 8/16 TUE, 8/19 FRI, 8/22 SAT, 8/23

blessthefall /// CHIODOS QUEENSRYCHE (FAREWELL TOUR) ASG DONAVON FRANKENREITER MOON TAXI HE IS LEGEND /// MAYLENE & THE SONS OF DISASTER SUN, 8/24 SMILE EMPTY SOUL TUE 8/26 BALLYHOO! /// FAYUCA WED, 8/27 LIL DEBBIE FRI, 8/29 ALIEN ANT FARM SUN, 8/31 THE FEATURES MON, 9/4 EXMAG TUE, 9/5 FOXY SHAZAM

SAT, 8/16 ASG

FRI, 8/15 QUEENSRYCHE THU, 9/7 TRAPT WED, 9/10 JERRY GARCIA BAND COVER BAND THU, 9/11 HeRobust WED, 9/17 FORTUNATE YOUTH THU, 9/18 SHOVELS & ROPE FRI, 9/19 COREY SMITH THU, 9/25 NICKI BLUHM & THE GRAMBLERS TUE, 10/7 EYES SET TO KILL WED, 10/8 TREVOR HALL THU, 10/16 PAUL THORN THU, 10/23 TWIZTID WED, 12/3 DOPAPOD

TUE, 8/19 DONAVON FRANKENREITER

1/2 Price Sushi & Appetizers 5-7PM Every Day This Week AND 10PM-Midnight Fridays & Saturdays!

MONDAY: Mojito Monday - $6 Specialty Mojitos / Extra Hour of 5-7 Menu TUESDAY: Locals Night - 20% off Entrees All Night! / $5 Specialty Cocktails WEDNESDAY: 80's Night - 80's Prices on Select Menu Items / $2 PBR / $5 Glass Pour Wine THURSDAY: $1 Sake Shots / $5 Sapporos FRIDAY: $2 Off Any Sake Bottle / $3 Select Asian Imports SATURDAY: Sake Bomb Saturday - $5 Bombs SUNDAY: 1/2 Off Bottles of Wine / Buy One, Get One (up to $10)

33 South Front Street ~ 2nd Floor ~ Wilmington, NC 28401 ~ (910) 763-3172 d Indoor an arty vate p i r p r o o d out vailable a s e c a p s

Home of the $300 Buzzarita!

All Day, Every day!

upcoming events: Wednesday: Trivia with Sherri "So Very" Crawford at 7pm LIVE MUSIC Every Thursday and Saturday Night!

Sundays: $3 Mimosas

Monda y11:00am Thursday Friday - 12:00am S 11:00am aturday -2:00a m Sun 11:00am day -12:00 am

Serving up Seafood, Steaks, Sandwiches, and so much more! Buzz’s Roost has a beautiful outdoor patio, friendly staff, and always the best drink specials in town. Don’t forget to check out your favorite sporting event or team on one of our 17 TV’s.

15 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401 910-769-2335 www.buzzsroost.com encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 31

Creators syndiCate creators sYNDIcate © 2014 staNleY NeWmaN

WWW.staNXWorDs.com

8/17/14

the NeWsDaY crossWorD Edited by Stanley Newman (www.StanXwords.com)

staY actIVe: Various ways to get moving

by Gail Grabowski across 1 hi-tech classroom 6 Founded 11 rural storehouse 15 make mention of 19 On the Beach author Nevil 20 brazilian writer Jorge 21 melville’s monomaniacal mariner 22 Part of FDa 23 main-course combo 25 mattress support 27 hbo competitor 28 agree silently 29 Jump to one’s feet 31 Discontinues 32 most Iraqis 35 hs support org.

36 blow one’s top 38 Katmandu native 40 stage platform 42 Winding curve 45 store announcement 48 Find great fault with 52 Yank 54 early afternoon hr.

56 e-commerce facilitator 57 one-celled organism 59 emulate Gutenberg 62 celebrity chef bobby 63 some cats and goats 65 Winter garment 67 Nascar great earnhardt 69 It’s north of chile 70 be in charge 74 house-salad alternative 76 slangy suffix for switch 77 Plug away 78 catchphrase

79 81 82 87 88 90 91 92 98 99 101 102 104 106 109 112 115 118 119 121 123 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133

self-centeredness Window part Posh properties opposing teams bedroom piece Full of energy Photo blowup: abbr. cause of inflation bet first Precious thing Give permission enrapture Form of oxygen caribou relative connection bit of hail the girl, in Granada Payable business phone no. add-on treat hurriedly Indecisive one long (for) Moneyball star Wyoming’s __ range Part of tNt of two minds “hey, slow it down!”

Nodded off Ivanhoe creator

DoWN 1 Whispered call 2 Good buddies 3 careen 4 Justice Dept. division 5 retro headgear 6 What an unhappy buyer bemoans 7 cPr expert 8 What caesar called France 9 mag’s space seller 10 skim-milk descriptor 11 The Jungle Book star

12 optimistic comment 13 Permissive 14 Far from the spotlight 15 bank-poster datum 16 author murdoch 17 melody 18 baker’s dozens 24 likely to offend folks, for short 26 Get-up-and-go 30 betting tactic 33 all thumbs 34 lose traction 37 accelerate, with “up” 39 “silly me!”

41 Under the weather 43 hi-fi system 44 toyota rival 45 rd. atlas listings 46 bowl over 47 Parking area 49 corporation’s regulation 50 Get __ on the back 51 repurposed t-shirt, maybe 53 Fill the tank 55 ancient legend 58 Kitchen cleaners 60 Whitman and Whittier 61 Derby town of england 63 holden’s brother in Catcher in the Rye 64 Garish signs 66 tai __ (martial art) 67 certain groomer’s specialty 68 Piercing tool 70 actress Witherspoon 71 strongly suggesting 72 casserole tidbit

73 lug around 74 more despicable 75 Greek omelet ingredient 78 Woodpile covering 80 suffix for self 81 submerged 83 “Welcome to maui!”

84 Word to the wise 85 calendrical brink 86 capitol hill VIP 88 book-jacket bit

89 93 94 95 96 97 100 103 105 107 108 110

Golden state sch. carbon-14, e.g. home of Wichita st. holes in your shoe obvious cranial cavity In a state of fusion reels of yarn one-quarter of zero elates Prepare to propose reach

111 bring to bear 112 Pre-coll. exam 113 Kitchen-gadget brand 114 “If I only had the Nerve” singer 116 Pseudocultural 117 hold ’em fee 120 Go rather briskly 122 by way of 124 rights reader 125 __-tac-toe

reach stan Newman at P.o. box 69, massapequa Park, NY 11762, or at www.stanXwords.com

737 3rd street

GENUINE FACTORY

See Us For

hermosa beach, ca 90254

n

tel. (310) 337-7003

n

FaX (310) 337-7625

CHIP KEYS FOR DOMESTiCS & ASiAN vEhiCLES

REPLACEMENT

KEYLESS ENTRY REMOTES

n

FOR CARS AND TRUCKS

AND LOCK A-1 SAFE 799-0131

SAvE Big OvER DEALER PRiCiNg Call Doug Mon.-Fri. 8am to 5pm

2803 Carolina Beach Rd.

1 Block South Of Shipyard • Wilmington

32 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

See Us For GENIUINE FACTORY

REPLAC KEYLESS ENTRY PADDLEBOARD PACKAGE CARBON FIBER PADDLE, DECK PAD & FINS REMOTES DEAL only $895

www.bertsurfshop.com

BODYBOARDS

for kids to pros- BZ, Morey, custom x, wave rebel and more!

10% OFF UNCW Students (with valid ID - Excludes surfboards)

FOR CARS AND TRUCK

NEW SANDALS AVAILABLE!! chip keys

DOMESTiCS & FOREigN v

SAvE $ MONEY OvER ThE

WILMINGTON - 5740 Oldeander Drive • (910) 392-4501 SURF CITY Hwy.Our 210 •New (910) Larger 328-1010 F Visit Us- At CAROLINA BEACH - Hwy 421 & Winner Ave • (910) 458-9047

A-1

SAFE AND LO 799-0131 Call Doug Mo

encore | august 13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 33

events SARUS FESTIVAL 8/21-24: The SARUS Festival for site-specific and experimental art offers interdisciplinary arts events and performances throughout the greater Wilmington area: Downtown Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Cameron Art Museum, and many more locations. International, national and local artists perform new works created for our area and offer workshops and performance opportunities to community members. Including on 8/22, ...In Wonderland—a guided and interactive performace for all ages. Free and Open to the Public. Showtimes 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm. 3rd and Market Street, downtown. For a complete list of festival events

and locations go to our website: sarusfestival.weebly.com.

FRIDAY VARIETY ENTERTAINMENT SERIES Variety of dates, variety of entertainment—bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the show!

Select Friday evenings (through 9/19). Ocean Front Park, Kure Beach

charity/fund-raisers CF LITERACY VOLUNTEER TRAINING Tutor trainings are three or four 3-hour classes that are taught over a 2-week period. Trainings include techniques and content for working with adult learners. Tutor trainees must attend all classes before

being matched with a student Volunteer tutor candidates are encouraged (but not required) to take CFLC 101—a free 2-hour orientation to the Cape Fear Literacy Council in which we describe who we serve and how we do it. The next CFLC 101 Orientation is Wed., 8/6 from 5:30-7:30pm at Cape Fear Literacy Council, 1012 S. 17th St. English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Tutor Training will be on 8/12, 13, and 14 from 6:309:30pm at Cape Fear Literacy Council, 1012 S. 17th Street. To become a certified ESOL tutor a volunteer must attend 9 hrs of training and observe 2 classes to gain the basic skills needed to help an ESOL student succeed. The ESOL Tutor Training includes techniques and content for working with adult speakers of other languages. The focus is on strategies for developing listening, speaking, read-

ing, writing and vocabulary skills to help students navigate everyday life and to achieve academic goals. Workshop material fees are $30 if you will be volunteering for CFLC or our partner organizations, or $50 if you are getting certified for another non-partner organization (a list will be provided for tutors). The next Adult Literacy (AL) Tutor Training will be on 9/15, 17, 22 and 24, from 6-9pm at Cape Fear Literacy Council, 1012 South 17th Street.

To become a certified ABL tutor a volunteer must attend 12 hours of training to gain the basic skills needed to help an ABL student succeed. The ABL Tutor Training includes techniques and content for working with adult learners. The focus is on strategies for teaching alphabetics, vocabulary, comprehension and fluency. Workshop material fees are $20 if you will be volunteering for CFLC or $50 if you are getting certified for another organization.

CFLC at (910) 251-0911 to reserve your spot.

NO PLACE LIKE HOME LUNCHEON 3rd Annual “There Is No Place Like Home” Luncheon sponsored bythe AMEZ Housing Community Development Corporation will be held onThursday, 8/14, 11:30 am at the Terraces at Sir Tyler. Boxed lunch. Donations appreciated. Funds donated will assist us in fulfilling our mission to providedecent, affordable housing to low to moderate income people throughinnovative programs of housing and human development in southeasternNorth Carolina. 910-815-3826 or linda@amezhousing.org. www.amezhousing.org A BRUNCH OF CLASSIC CARS 8/16, 9am: Porters Neck Country Club, 8403 Vintage Club Circle. Includes brunch, car show, live music, kids’ activities, hot wheels derby ($5 per car), raffle and prizes. Adults $25, kids $10 (5 and under free) car entry $15 (classic car entry includes 1 adult ticket). Purchase tickets at Assistance League Thrift Store, 420 Eastwood Rd. Sponsored

by Haines Financial llc. Proceeds benefit Assistance League of Greater Wilmington and Greater Porters Neck Area Foundation. For more information, call 910-777-7824 or email Erica@amommysjourney.com CARNIVAL DAY/KICKOFF PARTY JDRF WALK 8/23, 11am: Carnival games, inflatables by Fowlers Funflatables, hot dogs by The Trolley Stop, funnel cakes, face painting and balloon art by Skeedaddle the Clown, silent auction, raffle drawings, participation from Chick-fil-A and Sheriff’s Department DARE unit and much more! Free admission, individual donations for food and events. Northside Baptist Church, 2501 North College Road.

NC SOROSIS RUMMAGE SALE 8/23, 7am: Find that one-of-a-kind treasure at the North Carolina Sorosis giant rummage sale on Friday, August 22nd and Saturday, August 23rd from 7am-2pm at the NCS Clubhouse, 20 South Cardinal Drive, Wilmington. A variety of household goods, decorative items, clothing, coffee and baked goods will be available for purchase. NCS is sponsoring this event with NC Junior Sorosis and Wilmington Woman’s Club. For more information regarding North Carolina Sorosis, visit www.ncsorosis. org. NCS Clubhouse, 20 S. Cardinal Drive STUFF THE BACKPACK CAMPAIGN The Brigade Boys and Girls Club is seeking companies and individuals to sponsor children for their sixth annual “Stuff the Backpack” Campaign. Participation in the Stuff the Backpack Campaign gives donors the opportunity to provide a new backpack and school supplies to a Club child in need of assistance this school year. Club will provide donors with tags detailing the age, gender, grade and a list of recommended school supplies for each child. Donor simply picks one or more tags, purchases a backpack and fills it up with the recommended school supplies! Over the last five years the Club

34 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

has distributed over 775 backpacks to local children in need. The goal this year is to provide 250 backpacks to club kids in need. Angie Hill: 910-3920747 or ahill@brigadebgc.org.

CARE PROJECT ANNUAL GALA Annual fundraiser set for 9/20 in Wilmington, NC, at the beautiful new Union Station Building in down-

SIGN UP: TACT ACADEMY

funny play-within-a-play features two divorced performers starring opposite one another in a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew. Tensions mount and tempers flare as Fred and Lilli’s backstage battle spills out onto the stage. Lilli is ready to dump the show—and Fred—mid-performance to be the wife of a domineering U.S. Army general, but the show must go on, even if it’s at gunpoint! Tickets, $29, (910) 632-2285 or online at thalianhall.org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

School starts back on August 26th, which means parents are planning their children’s afterschool activities. Thalian Association Children’s Theatre is signing up young actors, ages 4 to 18, to take part in their numerous TACT Academy classes. The courses take place over a six-month semester and culminate in a final performance on March 8th, 2015 for family and friends. Sign up at the Community Arts Center, 2nd Street Stage, on Saturday, August 16th, from 10 a.m. to noon. Semester begins September 2nd. town overlooking the Cape Fear River, the U.S.S. North Carolina and what proves to be a lovely sunset! Amazing cuisine from restaurants across the area and five featured chefs will be present to serve and chat about specialty creations from individual stations for our guests. Jack Jack 180 will entertain. The CARE Project presents a special guest of honor, Justin LeBlanc and his family. LeBlanc is deaf, wears a cochlear implant, and utilizes both spoken and signed communication. He grew up in Raleigh and is currently a professor at NC State University. He rose to national prominence this past year as a finalist on the TV show Project Runway as a designer. He will be presented with the annual CARE Project Award for Resilience. The funds raised support our family retreats and services which brings many families together for counseling, education and fellowship. The CARE Project is becoming well-known in North Carolina and across the country as “the family retreat experts”!!! None of these opportunities would be possible without the strong support of people and businesses like each and everyone of you. Tickets may be purchased online at: www.tinyurl.com/4thCARE-Event

theatre/auditions KISS ME, KATE Fri. 8/15-Sun. 8/17. Wed.-Sat. performances at 8pm. Sun., 3pm. Opera House Theatre Co. presents “Kiss Me, Kate,” winner of very first Tony for best musical in 1949. This raucous and riotously

THE BARD’S BROADS Through 8/30: By Anthony Lawson, ayoung Will Shakespeare is influenced by the ‘ladies” at his favorite pub. Includes an Elizabethan-inspired 3-course meal. Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets $32/adult, $18 show only. Not appropriate for children. Beverages and food service gratuity not included. Admission: $28-$32. TheatreNOW 19 S. 10th Street. www.theatrewilmington.com

TACT ACADEMY CLASSES Thalian Association, North Carolina’s oldest community theater group, announces the new 6 month semester of theater arts classes for budding young actors age 4 to 18. The Thalian Association Children’s Theater will offer classes for students ages 7-18, in addition to a special Tots class for children ages 4-6. Classes will be held at the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center at 120 S. 2nd Street, and at the NE Branch of the New Hanover Library, Executive Development Center, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. Early reg. will be at the Community Arts Center on Sat., 8/16, 10amnoon. Six-month semester will begin 9/2 and continue through 3/5. All students will be invited to perform in the Children’s Theater Academy Showcase on Sunday March 8, 2015 on the 2nd Street Stage in the Community Arts Center. Susan Habas: shabas@thalian.org

and his wife, on a quest to break the curse they are under, weave their way through the storybook characters to collect a cow as white as milk, a cape as red as blood, a slipper as pure as gold, and hair as yellow as corn. Act Two, however, deals with what happens after happily ever after—the consequences that traditional fairy tales ignore and the responsibilities that come with getting what you want. Tickets, $29, (910) 632-2285 or online at thalianhall.org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street. www.operahousetheatrecompany.net GOOD PEOPLE Welcome to Southie, a Boston neighborhood where a night on the town means a few rounds of bingo, where this month’s paycheck covers last month’s bills, and where Margie Walsh has just been let go from yet another job. Facing eviction and scrambling to catch a break, Margie thinks an old fling who’s made it out of Southie might be her ticket to a fresh new start. But is this apparently self-made man secure enough to face his humble beginnings?

Margie is about to risk what little she has left to find out. With his signature humorous glow, LindsayAbaire explores the struggles, shifting loyalties and unshakeable hopes that come with having next to nothing in America. Admission: $25. Red Barn Theater, 1122 S 3rd St. Presented by The Thalian Association will run Thurs-Sat, 7:30pm; Sun, 3 p.m., through 8/30, at the Red Barn Studio. Tickets: 910251-1788.

THE HERMIT OF FORT FISHER Written by David Wright and directed by Steve Vernon. Big Dawg Productions presents the southeastern premiere Sept. 4-7, 11-14, and 1821, Thurs-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. After a life-time of failure, a man leaves his home, takes up residence in a concrete bunker in the marshland of Ft. Fisher and survives for 17 years, becoming a “success”

(910) 256 – 7925

parksandrecreation@towb.org www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com

REGISTER NOW FOR YOUTH PROGRAMS:

Kids' Cooking • Performance Club Cotillion • Tennis Lessons Basketball Instructional League PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS: • Extreme Cross Training — Zumba® • Yoga — Pilates — Low Impact Aerobics • Boot Camp —Tone, Strengthen & Stretch • Bridge Lessons — Shag & Line Dancing Flag Football • Tennis Lessons & Singles Ladders

Concerts in the Park Wrightsville Beach Park

FREE - Thursdays: 6:30pm - 8pm Through August 14 Coolers welcome. No alcohol allowed.

Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market Mondays: 8am-1pm • Through Labor Day Located at Town Hall

CLOSER 8/15-17, 22-24, 8pm; Sun, 5pm. Feat. Anna Gamel, jonathan Tyler Berry, Erin Hunter, Kenneth Rosander. $10-$15. Written by Patrick Marber and directed by Aaron Willings. A look at relationships between four different people whose lives intertwine over a four-year period. Show contains strong adult language and content. 111 Grace St. INTO THE WOODS Wed. 8/27-Sun. 8/31, and Fri. 9/5-Sun. 9/7. Wed.Sat. performances at 8pm. Sun. performances at 3pm. Opera House Theatre Co. presents “Into the Woods” Act One is traditional: Cinderella goes to the ball and captures the heart of the prince, Jack climbs the beanstalk and slays the giant, Little Red Riding Hood is saved from the wolf, and Rapunzel escapes her lonely tower. Meanwhile the Baker

16 oz.

+ tax Limited Time Offer at the following Dairy Queen locations:

• 1517 Dawson St., Wilmington • 5901 Oleander Dr., Wilmington • 5701 East Oak Island Drive, Long Beach • 106 Southport-Supply Rd. SE, Supply, NC 28462

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 35

as a hermit. A new play, based on the true-life story of Robert Harrell, who touched the lives of thousands in the process of saving his own.Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St. $18-$20; Thurs, $15. Pay what you can opening night (min. $5, cash only). (910) 367-5237, bigdawgpro@gmail. com. www.bigdawgproductions.org or www.facebook.com/bigdawgproductions

comedy JOKES ‘N’ SMOKE First Mon. of month will feature a stand-up comedy showcase Hosted by Brian Granger, performances

by Reid Clark, Colton Demonte and many more of Nutt Street Comedy Club’s finest. 3021 Market St. Arabian Nights Hookah Bar. 9pm; $4.

DEAD CROW COMEDY CLUB Ongoing schedule: Mon, free movie night and $1 tacos; Tues, free Crow’s Nest Improv (long-form), 8pm; Wed, Nutt House Improv Show, 9pm, $3; Thurs, free open-mic night, 9pm; Fri-Sat, national touring comedians/comediennes, 8pm/10pm $10$15. Upcoming: 8/22-23, Louis Katz; 8/29-30, Landry; 9/5-6, Ryan Singer; 9/12-13, Dave Waite.

Sun, closed. 265 N. Front Street.

music/concerts JAZZ AT THE MANSION Bellamy Mansion hosts concerts from the Cape Fear Jazz Society. 6:30pm on the lawn; bring a picnic. $12 adm.; $10 members; children under 12 free. 8/14, Geno and Friends; 9/11, Liz Pina w/The Frog Project. 503 Market St.

bignotesfilms.com> WSO AUDITIONS Tuesday, 8/19, at the UNCW Cultural Arts Build- KAREN PECK WITH NEW RIVER ing. Times by appt. Interested musicians must 8/24, 6pm: PVUMC presents Karen Peck with schedule an audition time by emailing the WSO OrNew River and the Wilmington Celebration Choir chestra Manager, Shirley Lebo at orchestramgr@ for an evening of Christian Music. Admission: wilmingtonsymphony.org. Applications and re$12+. Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 quired audition music are available at www.wilmingShipyard Blvd., Building B tonsymphony.org, or by calling the symphony office ILM SACRED HARP SINGERS at 910-791-9262. Musicians for the Wilmington 8/31, 1:30pm: Songbooks provided, beginners Symphony Orchestra are local instrumentalists and welcome! Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers presinclude UNCW music faculty and students who ents a traditional Sacred Harp Singing and invite rehearse and present orchestral repertoire drawn you to join in the music. This dynamic form of a from the eighteenth to twentieth-first centuries. cappella social singing dates back to Colonial Instruments include flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, America, using a modern reprint of an 1844 songhorn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, violin, viola, cello, book called The Sacred Harp. Surviving as a living bass, percussion, and harp. Led by conductor tradition in parts of the South, notably Georgia and Dr. Steven Errante. Nicole Thompson, 910-791Alabama, Sacred Harp music has been discovered 9262, or marketing@wilmingtonsymphony.org. by new generations of singers who have spread the ROOTSOUL PROJECT heritage across North America and to Australia and 8/21, 6:30pm: RootSoul Project, fusing roots muEurope. The music is loud, vigorous and intense. It sic with the styles of rock & roll, hip-hop, and soul. is meant to be sung, not just observed. No previous $5-$12. Enjoy good music with the RootSoul Projexperience is necessary. Held in collaboration with ect featuring Randy McQuay (vocals, keyboards, WHQR. Free and open to the public, donations apguitars, harmonicas) and Brandon Snow (guitar preciated. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall, Cameron and bass) performing a blend of genres from rock Art Museum, corner of 17th and Independence and blues, to reggae and hip-hop for your summer Blvd. www.cameronartmuseum.org listening pleasure. This concert is rescheduled DOWNTOWN SUNDOWN from July 3. No outside food or beverages alEvery Friday night, 6-10pm, downtown Wilminglowed. www.cameronartmuseum.org ton in Riverfront Park. Free, and featuring a differ WHERE RIVER MEETS SUMMER JAZZ ent cover band and local musical act to open each 8/23, Feat. music by Grammy Award winner Gregshow. Night’s proceeds from alcohol sales benefit ory Porter, along with Helen Sung. S. Lawn Tryon various local nonprofit organizations. Food trucks Palace, 529 S. Front St., New Bern, NC. Gates onsite to purchase grub. at 5pm and concert at 6pm. $28 adults, free for FARM AID children 12 and under. 855-380-ECJR or info@ 9/13: Farm Aid will take place at Walnut Creek Amwhereriversmeet.net. https://www.facebook.com/ phitheatre in Raleigh, N.C., with tickets on sale to eastcoastjazzrevue. Nicole Thompson <nicole@ the public on Friday, Aug. 1. Farm Aid 2014 will fea-

36 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

ture Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young and Dave Matthews — with Tim Reynolds — as well as Jack White, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Jamey Johnson, North Carolina’s own Delta Rae, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, Carlene Carter, Pegi Young & The Survivors, and Insects vs Robots. The all-day music and food festival, will feature a unique lineup of artists and genres and will offer concert-goers family farm-identified, local and organic foods with its own homegrown concessions. Attendees will have the chance to meet farmers, engage in hands-on food and farm activities, and learn about the ways family farmers are enriching our soil, protecting our water and growing our economy, in addition to bringing us good food for good health. www.livenation.com, or Ticketmaster outlets or by phone at 800-745-3000.

BOOGIE IN THE PARK CONCERT SERIES Sundays, 5-8pm (5/18-9/14). Free concert series at Kure Beach’s Ocean Front Park. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the music!

dance DANCE-A-LORUS SUBMISSIONS 20th annual Cucalorus Film Festival (11/12-16) seeks submissions from choreographers, dance companies, filmmakers and creative teams. Dancea-lorus (established in 2005) is a program supporting choreographers experimenting with film and choreographers collaborating with filmmakers. The annual showcase presents innovative performances that blur the boundaries between film and choreography. Held at Thalian Hall, opening night event for Cucalorus. Entry form: www.cucalorus.org.

Deadline: 8/15. No fee to submit. All submissions must include a detailed bio of key creative team

Men’s and Women’s Soccer Season is Here!

Saturday August 16 Women’s Soccer vs Duke 6:00pm (Exhibition) Sunday August 17 Volleyball – Teal vs Navy Scrimmage 4:00pm Sunday August 17 Men’s Soccer vs NC State 7:00pm

Seahawk Soccer Season Tickets

2500 + tax*

$

for all men’s and women’s soccer games (20 total games)

*sales tax is 7% . All orders include a one-time processing fee

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 37

AUGUST 15 Slippery When Wet Bon Jovi tribute

AUGUST 22 The Right On Band Motown, disco and 1970’s funk

AUGUST 29 Departure Journey tribute band

members, dvd documentation of the performance itself (or relevant examples of similar work), and an invitation to your funeral. All selected performances and works must be no more than 10 minutes.

Artists interested in submitting are encouraged to contact Director Dan Brawley (dan@cucalorus.org) in preparing submission materials. Send packets to: Cucalorus, 815 Princess St. (910)-343-5995.

FREE DAY OF DANCE 8/16, 9:30am: The Wilmington School of Ballet is offering a “Free Day of Dance” to the community for dancers of all ages (toddling youngsters to professional adults). Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to experience different styles of dance and fitness - Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acro, Lyrical Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Parent Tot, Zumba, and Barre. Everyone should call to reserve a spot. Class spots are on a first come, first serve basis and can be reserved in advance. There is something for everyone at every age and fitness level. Free Dance classes are perfect for the novice who has never tried before, the advanced student looking to learn something new, or the toddler dancing with mom. There will also be door prizes and fun activities - Fun, Dance, and Fitness for everyone!! All Classes will be approximately 40-45 minutes with a Q & A at end. The Wilmington School of Ballet, 3834 Oleander Drive. www.wilmingtonschoolofballet.com 910-794-9590 WORKS IN PROGRESS Works-in-Progress Showcase, 8/17, 2-3pm. Free and open to the public, donations appreciated, Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. The Dance Cooperative, in association with Cameron Art Museum, provides informal showings to afford working artists a place to present works in progress to be reviewed and critiqued in a nurturing environment. Open to working choreographers, dancers, and the general public who are working on movement and wishes to have others provide feedback on the work as well as anyone who wants to witness the creative process through its many stages and provide assistance in that process. E-mail dancecooperative@ gmail.com no later than the Monday preceding the showcase. Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd.

DIRTY DANCING ADULT CAMP 8/18, 7pm: Relive 1987 and learn the electric cho-

38 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

reography from one of the best dance movies of all time at the Dirty Dancing Adult Dance Camp!

Each session will feature a lesson on a different dance number from the film. Mon-Thurs: 7-9pm/ Fri: 7-11pm (includes triva and movie viewing)/ Sat: 6-8pm (Dirty Dancing Zumba Party). $90 until 8/15-$120 day of. Couple Prices: $150 until 8/15$180 day of. 910-395-5090. Babs McDance Studio, 6782 Market Street FORWARD MOTION DANCE Forward Motion Dance, 8/28, 7pm. $5-$10, Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall, Cameron Art Museum, corner of 17th and Independence Blvd. Explore the creative process w/Forward Motion Dance Company and guest dancers collaborating with cello soloist Jude Eden, visual artist Kristin Gibson, costume designer Rachael Goolsby and filmmaker Patrick Ogelvie. Include dance performances along with open discussion about how ea. individual artist contributed to the making of a specific dance piece. Choreography by Tracey Varga, music by Jude Eden (cello), Paco Strickland and the Fabulous Flying Flamenco Brothers and NC Guitar Quartet will be presented. Dancers include: Ashley Barnes, James Devita, Rachael Goolsby, Linda Larson, Maggie Moore, Dan Smith, Becky Spivey and Becky Warfield. www.cameronartmuseum.org BABS MCDANCE STUDIO Wilmington’s Premier Social Dance studio featuring group and private lessons in shag, swing, hiphop, Latin, foxtrot, cha-cha, belly dancing, ballroom, Zumba, and more - weekly with various pricing. For more info on prices and weekly social events, visit www.babsmcdance.com or call 395-5090.

IRISH STEP DANCE Traditional Irish Step Dancing Beginners to Championship level ages 5-adult! Mondays nights. The studio is located at 1211 South 44th St. www. walshkelleyschool.com.

76’ERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB Modern Western Style Square Dance. Club meets Thurs. nights at 7pm at the Senior Center for a new workshop on square dancing. Info: 270-1639 CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests.

Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd. Caro-

.com

! s l dea

Deal of the Week

50% Off Full Highlights and Haircut from Gossip Salon 00 50

$95

$47

5905 Carolina Beach Rd. CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT (910) 794-9440 ~COLOR SPECIALISTS~ ~SHELLAC NAILS~ ~LUXURIOUS PEDICURES~ ~EYEBROW SHAPING~

t a y l n O

Service for the entire family! Expert Hair Designers and Colorists.

Sign up to be notified about future Deals of the Week! encore | august 13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 39

Open Mic Night at The Goat & Compass Downtown Wilmington’s ONLY Open Mic Night Hosted by Eric Miller & Dennis Brinson Every Tuesday night. 7:30 until ?

Beginners and seasoned professionals welcomed...

Tune up, plug in, introduce yourself, & be supportive is all we ask!

710 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401 • www.goatandcompass.com

Great Seats Starting at

$36.75

This Sunday at DPAC. 40 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

lina Beach, NC 620-4025 CONTRA DANCE Tuesday night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm.Social dance for all levels; singles and couples, families, college and high school students and folks of all dancing abilities are invited to come. $4. (910) 538-9711.

TANGO WILMINGTON Tango classes and social dancing, Fridays, Carolina Lounge of Ramada Inn. 5001 Market Street (between College and Kerr). 8-9:45pm. $5 lounge entrance includes beginners’ lesson, 7:30.

art/exhibits EARTH, SEA AND SKY WHQR presents work by Gail Henderson and Liz Hosier, two artists whose works are expressions of elements of earth, sky, horizon and atmosphere conveyed through their unique use of color, paints, and materials. The show will remain on display until June 6th. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR. Third floor of The Warwick Building at 254 N. Front St. ENIGMATIC VOL. 2 “Enigmatic Vol. 2” art show, curated by Blair Nidds. Feat. 2D nand 3D work, including installations, by over a dozen local artists. Show hangs through Sept. 29. Open Tues-Fri, 11am-2:30pm; TuesThurs, 5:30pm-10pm; Fri-Sat, 5:30pm-11pm; Sun, 10:30am-3pm. Canapé, 1001 N 4th St. ALL THAT REMAINS Historic Oakwood Cemetery & Mausoleum hosts Juried Urn Competition and Sale, “All that Remains.” Honoring the changing style of interment with a juried competition devoted to the art of cremation urns, entitled All That Remains. Open to professional and amateur artists in North Carolina, must be 18 years plus. Artist may submit a maximum of two original works that, using his/her creativity could be used as a cremation urn; size should be within dimensions of 12”length x 12” width x 12” height. All works must be sturdy enough to withstand handling and exhibition. All mediums of art will be accepted. Digital images of the work, with entry form must be received by Fri., 8/14, 4pm (Send to Historic Oakwood Cemetery, PO Box 26867 Raleigh, NC 27611). E-mail jpgs (300 dpi) to robin@historicoakwood.com by 9/20, 4pm.

No more than two photos of each piece of work should be included. Mailed CDs should be labeled with name, email address and phone number. Winners notified via email on Mon., 8/15. Approved urns must be delivered to Historic Oakwood Cemetery (701 Oakwood Ave.) no later than 3pm on

Wed., 9/10; dropped off between 11am and 3pm on the 10th if hand-delivered. Opening reception, Sat., 10/11, 3-5pm. Exhibit on Sun., 10/15, 1-5 pm.

Friends of Historic Oakwood Cemetery will retain a 30% commission on all works sold. All works must be for sale. 1st Place, $600; 2nd place, $250;3rd Place, $150.

BOB RANKIN’S DEJA VIEW New Elements Gallery, through 8/16, 6-9pm. Show consists of abstract interpretations of the Carolina coast, non-objective abstractions, and abstractions from India and Nepal. 201 Princess St. 910-3438997 ARTISTS NEEDED Harbor Island Arts non profit will be hosting a Featured Artist Exhibit starting July to October, with a rotation of artists that bring nature and landscape in 2Dworks to the community. Exhibition will hang from July to October at the Arboretum Hutaff Building and all art can be bought through the gift shop.

30% goes to the Arboretum. if you are interested in hanging your artwork, minimum four pieces, please contact HarborIslandArts@hotmail.com BELLAMY’S CALL FOR ARTISTS The Bellamy Mansion challenges emerging artists to showcase the ‘Beauty of the Bellamy’ in an upcoming exhibition, sale and celebration. Accepting applications, the highlight of a five-week celebration of the visual arts from 10/2-11/6. Submissions must showcase the beauty of the Bellamy using its history and architecture as inspiration. Artists are encouraged to complete an application form as soon as possible, with payment of $20 ($10 for students), to receive access to the mansion to draw, paint or photograph. Deadline for completed application form with entry fee and photos to jurors Gale Smith and Joanne Geisel: 8/30. Artists may submit two 2D or 3D entries. Monetary prizes plus merit and honorable mention granted. Also featured are free children’s art events and art lectures by local professional artists. The celebration will begin with an opening reception on 10/2 and closes 11/6 with a party highlighting children’s art. $10-$20. www. bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St.

talents such as Barton Hatcher, Ivey Hayes, Robert Knowles and Kelly Hawes. Add yourself to this list and soon your art will adorn many backs and living rooms. Deadline: 9/8. Chamber: 910-458-8434 or email at greg@pleasureislandnc.org.

ARTIST SHOWING A Frame of Mind Gallery is honored to show some of the many works of local artist, author and world traveler David D. Hume. Delightful, original water colors by Eunice G. Andrews will also be on display thru September 2014.Located in historic 100 year old house in Carolina Heights.Come and check us out as one of the best kept secrets in Wilmington since 1991. Mon.-Fri.: 10am-5:30pm and Sat. 10am-2:30pm. 1903 Princess St. (910) 251-8854.

Wilmingtonart@ aol.com.Garden tours often given in the spring, specializing in unique citrus. Free A Frame of Mind Gallery 1903 Princess St. FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT “Fourth Friday Gallery Night” is now coordinated

by The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County, feat. 16 local art galleries and studios that will open their doors to the public in an afterhours celebration of art and culture, from 6-9pm, every fourth Fri./month through 2014. Rhonda Bellamy at 910-343-0998, 221 N. Front St. Suite 101. www.artscouncilofwilmington.org

museums CAPE FEAR MUSEUM Exhibits: A View From Space: Since the launch of the world’s first artificial satellite Sputnik in 1957, satellites have dramatically changed the way we study our planet. A new, bilingual (Spanish and English), highly interactive, hands-on science exhibit,

will allow visitors to see the world from a satellite’s perspective. Includes numerous hands-on activity sections such as the Satellite Activity Area. • World War II: A Local Artist’s Perspective: In time for the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landing and the Normandy campaign, Cape Fear Museum will be exhibiting one of the region’s most powerful collections of World War II artifacts. • Collection Selections: Communications: How have people communicated over distances over time? Cape Fear Museum’s collection includes thousands of artifacts related to both manual and digital methods of communication.

View 32 objects, ranging from pens, typewriters and letters to telephones, radios and computers.

See how communication technology has evolved over the last two centuries. • Cape Fear Stories presents artifacts, images, models, and 3D settings to explore people’s lives in the Lower Cape Fear from Native American times through the end of the 20th century. • Michael Jordan Discovery Gallery, Williston Auditorium, giant ground sloth, Maritime Pavilion and more! 910-798-4370. Hours: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm. $5-$8. Free for museum members and children under 3. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sun. ea. month. 814 Market St. capefearmuseum

NC AQUARIUM 8/16, 10am: Sea turtle patrols, rafting in the rain forest, habitat preservation—high school students interested in these activities are invited to learn more about the Costa Rica Sea Turtle Ecology Program. An informational session will be held at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 16. Aquarium staff will share details of the program and 9-day trip scheduled for June 22-30, 2015. During the trip participants assist with a leatherback sea turtle monitoring project, collect data on nesting turtles, meet local students

SEAFOOD, BLUES, JAZZ FEST POSTER Convey blues and jazz wioth the Pleasure Island Chamber Poster Design Contest. Do you have an idea that you need to get down on paper? Is there a creative doodle that just will not leave your mind?

Take a few minutes and review the Entry Form and requirements, and sign up. Come October, your creation could adorn the popular event t-shirts as well as the Commemorative Posters that have become a highly collectable. You will get a Cash stipend as well as a complimentary Booth in the Arts & Wine Garden and the honor (and bragging rights) of being the official artist of the 2014 Seafood Blues & Jazz Festival! Past winners include great

no storage space? we sell 20 Ft. or 40 Ft. Shipping Containers Perfect For

• Storage • Garage • Office • Boat • Campsites • ATVs • Hurricane Protection

Pictured Here Is A Converted Container, PERFECT OFFICE SPACE!

WHY PAY FOR STORAGE?

Call Us 350-1303 Anytime!

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 41

! s l a e d .com

and more. The program also includes 30 hours of instruction in sea turtle biology, rain forest ecology and research methodology. Students experience international travel and culture, Spanish language skills, research and academic field work. Financial aid information will be shared during the August presentation. The trip is open to all high school students ages 14 to 18. For more information call Jennifer at (910)458-8257, ext. 201. • 8/23, 6pm: The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher premiers a new neon night of fun specially geared to tweens.

By the light of the moon (jellies), children ages 10 to 13 take on the Aquarium after dark at the Glow in the Shark sleepover, Saturday, 8/23. This kidsonly overnight features marine science discovery in a safe and supervised environment. Qualified and trained staff lead all activities from a squid dissection to games. Before the kids tuck-in for the night they will learn about bioluminescence and meet a number of Aquarium animals.Dinner, snacks and breakfast will be provided. The event runs from 6 p.m. Saturday to 9 a.m. Sunday. Preregistration is required and space is limited. Tickets are $65; multiple sibling and Aquarium Society member discounts are offered. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, 900 Loggerhead Rd

Brought to you by:

encore magazine

Sign up to receive sweet deals right in your inbox!

FILM MUSEUM ARTIFACTS NEEDED CFIFN is hard at work bringing the Wilmington Film Museum to life. The current phase of the project is to create a clear and distinct timeline of filmmaking in the Cape Fear area, and we need your help. We are asking for old issues of “Reel Carolina Magazine” to borrow and scan into our database, or to be donated to the Wilmington Film Museum. We are also looking for merchandise and promotional items from the studio in all its forms: De Laurentiis Entertainment Group, Carolco Studios and EUE/Screen Gems. To donate or lend your items, please contact Kathleen Gehron (910) 742-0012 or kathleeng@cfifn.org.

Sign up at:

www.encoredeals.com

and be the first to know about the best deals around town

MISSILES AND MORE MUSEUM Topsail Island’s Missiles and More Museum features the rich history and artifacts of this area from prehistoric to present time. Exhibits: Operation Bumblebee, missile project that operated on Topsail Island shortly after World War II; Camp Davis, an important antiaircraft training center during WWII located near Topsail Island; WASPS, group of young, daring women who were the first female pilots trained to fly American military aircraft during WWII; Pirates of the Carolinas, depicting the history and “colorful” stories of 10 pirates in the Carolinas including the infamous Blackbeard; Shell Exhibits, and intricate seashells from all over the world as well as Topsail; and more! 720 Channel Blvd. in Topsail Beach. Mon-Fri, 2-5pm; after Memorial Day through Sat, 2-5pm. 910-328-8663 or 910-328-2488. topsailmissilesmuseum.org.

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. • 8/1216, Back to School Kickoff, 8/16: Family-oriented business fair, door prizes, and talks with teachers, counselors, principals, and more. Free • www.playwilmington.org 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534 WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM The 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 mod-

el 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 Wrightsville Beach. • 8/14, 10am: Shells! Explore their colors and shapes. Learn about the animals that once used these shells as their home.

Find the many places we use shells in the museum in the I Spy activity. Light refreshments will be provided. We will have shells here, but feel free to bring your own shells to use for the craft activity. For elementary school-aged children. Free event. Space limited. 256-2569 to register. Reg. by 8/12 and be entered in a raffle for a special gift. • (910) 2562569. Free. 910-256-2569. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com.

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 afterhours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $4 per family and access to entire Museum. $8.50 adult, $7.50 senior/ military, $4.50 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. North end of downtown, 505 Nutt St. 910-7632634, www.wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House

We carry all sports packages for DirecTV!

Innovate. Protect. Enforce. Thrive.

NEED GUIDANCE FOR YOUR

?

BUSINESS

Service Industry • Entertainment Law Let us take care of YOUR needs.

Specializing In:

Acquisitions/Sales of Bars/Restaurants, ABC License Defense, Premise/Dram Shop Liability Defense, Performance Rights Representation, Copyright/Trademark Representation, Music Publishing Rights, Label/Management/Venue Contract Negotiations, Infringement Prosecution & Defense and Performance Rights Representation

www.kinglawonline.com

616 Princess Street • Wilmington, NC 28401 • (910) 332-0721

42 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

NOW OPEN AT 1 1 am on sundays!

SERVING

Shrimp n’ grits Downtown, 109 Market St. • 910-833-8622 Carolina Beach, 6 N. Lake Park Blvd. • 910-458-7380

Look for us on Facebook

of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot 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, 11am5pm (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. www.capefearserpentarium.com.

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, itf ocuses 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. CAMERON ART MUSEUM Exhibits: James Grashow—Brooklyn born sculptor and woodcut artist James Grashow (American, b.

1942) is known for his large-scale sculptures and installations made out of cardboard. Exhibition will feature whimsical installations of flora and fauna as we as pieces created especially for the CAM. • Willie Cole’s site-specific installation, School Pride: The Eastern NC Story. In observation of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act (July 2, 1964), Willie Cole is creating new installations investigating the closing of sixteen Cape Fear area schools and other aspects of desegregation in southeastern NC and its impact statewide. Hanging through 11/2. • Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues-Sun,10am-5pm; Thurs: 10am9pm. Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2-12. • CAM Café hrs: Tues-Sat, 11am-3pm; Sun, 10am-3pm; Thurs. dinner. 910-395-5999. www.cameronartmuseum.org 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. Admission rqd. (910)762-0570. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

sports/recreation WILMINGTON WATER TOURS Sunset and Live Music Cruises, 6:30pm: Cruise down the beautiful Cape Fear River for sunset while listening to amazing music performed by locals. Fully enclosed, handicap accessible and offers a flexible layout for comfortably seating for up to 49 guests. All ABC permits and spacious restrooms help to serve our guests. $33 8/14, 8/22, Monica Hoelscher; 8/15, Kim Dicso, 8/21, Perry Smith • 8/20, 6:30pm: Enjoy the beautiful views of the Cape Fear River while tasting 3 wines and

learning about them from an expert wine guide.

Wines are paired with delicious cheeses. Additional beverages may be purchased from our bar with full ABC permits. • 8/22, 9pm: Starlight Cruise: Sit back and relax! Cruise under the stars and enjoy the lights of the city with Wilmington Water Tours on this one hour evening tour that features a fully stocked cash bar with frozen drinks and full ABC permits. • 8/24, 1pm: Sit back, relax and embrace the wondrous scenery of the Cape Fear River as we embark on this 2 hour cruise. Don’t miss this spectacular, one-of-a-kind adventure. Relax and enjoy the comfortable seating, the afternoon breeze and all the relaxation that Cape Fear holds! Catered brunch included. Cash bar with full ABC permits.

Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St

All Love Healing www.alllovehealing.com

Energy Healing Private Counseling Group Workshops

Transform Your Relationships Realize Your Potential Live with Passion & Purpose

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH WAHINE CLASSIC 8/16-17: Move over boys of summer! Surfer girls return August 16-17 when wahines of all ages and levels compete in an all-female surf event on the South end of Wrightsville Beach, continuing a beloved surfing tradition. Divisions: Pro-Shortboard and Pro-Longboard (all ages), Amateur Shortboard and Longboard (grouped by age), Novice, Standup Paddleboard, and Guppy. www.wrightsvillebeachwahineclassic.com. 910-465-9638.

CURLING 8/16, 5:15: Learn the game of curling: delivery, sweeping, scoring, etiquette, and rules. Everyone that attends will receive a 1/2 price voucher for open curling on August 23rd as well. Attend both and you will be ready to join our Fall League starting in September! Wilmington Ice House, 7201 Ogden Business Lane FANTASY FOOTBALL Fantasy Football Commissioners an MVP Draft package if they hold their draft party at any Carolina Ale House by Aug. 31st. Each league member will receive: $5 in Fantasy Food Bucks to be spent during the draft party, $10 in Carolina Ale House cash to be spent on the next visit, NFL Depth Chart, Carolina Ale House koozie, Draft Card for entry in an End-of-Season Bash. The MVP Draft Kit is valued at about $20/person. The End-of-Season Bash is valued at $100. Reservations are encouraged, as each store has a limited number of MVP Draft Kits. www.CarolinaAleHouse.com CB DRAGON BOAT REGATTA AND FESTIVAL 9/19-20, The Carolina Beach 2nd Annual Dragon Boat Regatta and Festival features fun for the entire family. Gather a group of co-workers, neighbors, friends or family and enter a team in the 2nd Annual Dragon Boat Regatta to be held on the 20th. Form a team of and like the “Race for the Cure Events” have each team member raise $50 to compete in this fun event—21 members needed, feat. 20 paddlers and one drummer to keep the pace and must raise $1,000 in donations to enter the event or have a corporate sponsor make the donation. Individuals who want to participate but cannot get a full team together can also enter by raising $50 per participant and registering for the event. www.carolinabeachdragonboatregatta.com.

Proceeds benefit “Step Up For Soldiers” and support “The Kramer House” project. Mail donation to The Island Men, 102 Sugarloaf Court, Carolina Beach, NC 28428.

film WEEKLY WILMINGTON FILM MIXER Every Wednesday Wilmington Film Meet monthly mixer for all those involved with the NC film and video industry. All welcome. Filmmakers, actors, writers, directors, producers, camera crew, art department, marketers, promoters, investors and supporters. Open mic at 7pm. Please prepare for

Jennifer Chapis

Healer & Teacher

Call today: 949-547-4402 jennifer@alllovehealing.com

Authentic Mediterranean Deli and Market

THANK YOU Wilmington!!

for voting The greeks Best Mediterranean Food!

Online Ordering Available Delivery Coming Soon!

The only authentic Greek place in town!

Visit us at one of our two locations:

Downtown

124 Princess St. 910-343-6933

www.the-greeks.com

Monkey Junction 5916 Carolina Beach Rd. Suite 15 (Beau Rivage Marketplace) 910-769-1536

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 43

60 seconds or less. A minute goes faster than you think! Stay for one-on-one networking after (and a musician’s showcase too). Don’t forget your business cards! Each Month a new sponsor! Volunteer Staff: Megan Petersen & Lauren Danaher. Giant Cafe, 1200 N 23rd St Suite 209, Free.

kids’ stuff KIDS @CAM 8/16, noon-3pm. Admission by donation . Enjoy an afternoon of art fun and imagination! Explore the galleries and make art you can take home. All Ages Welcome. No pre-reg. necessary; parental supervision required at all times. Kids@CAM is fun for the whole family! Don’t Miss This Afternoon Of Creativity, Inspiration & Art! For details contact: georgia@ cameronartmuseum.org.Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd.

SURFER’S HEALING Day camp that enriches the lives of people living with autism by exposing them to the unique experience of surfing with local surf volunteers. Wrightsville Beach; www.surfershealing.org.

CAPTAIN NO BEARD’S PIRATE SCHOOL 8/18, 11am: Join Captain No Beard and her crew to learn how to be a proper pirate. Learn the secrets of the pirates that travel the Cape Fear River, and go in search of the missing scallywag they left behind. Once he surrenders to you, the treasure will be yours to share.

Celebrate with pirate punch while singing a pirate tune. All little mates and lasses will don pirate gear before leaving the dock. It will be a swashbuckleling good time! Admission: $5$17. Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St

THEATRE NOW Children’s Theater Super Saturday Fun Time. Kid’s live adventure and variety show. Saturdays. Doors open at 11am. $8/$1 off with Kid’s Club Membership. Drop off service available.Tickets: www.theatrewilmington.com or 910-399-3NOW

lectures/readings COASTAL SPEAKER SERIES 8/13, 7pm: Join the Federation’s ‘oyster guru’ Ted Wilgis and Dr. Ami Wilbur, UNCW’s oyster hatchery manager, for a hands-on talk about the history and science of our beloved native eastern oyster. Ted and Ami will discuss the heritage of oysters in North

8/18: CAPTAIN NO BEARD’S

Take a cruise along the Cape Fear as Wilmington Water Tours welcomes all little mates and lasses aboard the ship. They’ll don pirate gear before leaving the dock and they will learn the secrets of all the pirates that once trolled our waters. Plus, they can go in search of the missing treasures buried beyond the deep blue. Admission to the swashbuckling good time is only $5 to $17.

The tours dock at 212 S. Water Street and set sail at 11 a.m. Call (910) 338-3134 for more information.

CAMERON ART MUSEUM Youth and children studio casses including iPad Adventure, clay, painting, drawing, mixed media and textiles. Open registration is now open for these exciting weekly classes that start on June 23 and run through 8/5. • Kids @ Museum Camp provides students 5 to 8 year olds or 9 to 12 year olds a chance to explore art through 3 core options held during specific weeks through 8/22: Storytelling With Art, Outside The Box and Learn From The Great Artists. Keith: 910-395-5999 ext.

1008. $100-$135. 3201 S. 17th St. DINOSAUR PRINCESS PARTY 8/23, 9:30am: NHC Myrtle Grove Library’s Summer Reading Finale! Mingle with princesses from Fairytales & Dreams by the Sea. Take a photo with a 6’3” dinosaur! Win a prize by telling about a book you read this summer! The event begins at 9:30 AM with crafts: you can choose to make your own dinosaur feet or princess crown. At 10 AM Mr. Scooter presents Dinosaur Storytime, followed

by Princess Storytime with Fairytales & Dreams by the Sea at 10:30 AM. No registration is required for this fun free event for kids. Free. Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 South College Rd STORYTIME BY THE SEA Wed, 10-11:30am (through 8/27). Join the Princess and her fairytale friends at Kure Beach’s Ocean Front Park for stories, crafts and games.

Fun activities for both boys and girls. Don’t forget your camera to get a picture taken with the Princess! Free.

44 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

Tues-Thurs, and Sat, 9:45am.1 1/2 hour session $10/family. Drop-ins welcome. • Art and Craft Friday, 10am. $10/child includes all supplies. • Also, ukulele, guitar and piano and vocal lessons. 910777-8889. info@happylittlesingers.com. 200 Willard St. in ArtWorks. www.-ms-susans-room.com

MS. SUSAN’S ROOM Music and art for children, feat. Happy Little Singers, music and movement for ages 6 mos-6 yrs.

Learning through sing, dance and creative play.

Carolina, interesting facts about oyster biology and why oysters are critical to the health of our estuaries. Participants will learn how to open an oyster and how to get involved in restoring oyster habitats. $10. Fred and Alice Stanback Coastal Education Center, 309 W. Salisbury St. MARLON BLACKWELL 8/14, 6:30pm: “Transmutations of Place,” 8/14, $5-$10. Marlon Blackwell, FAIA, working outside the architectural mainstream, will discuss his architecture and design process as being based in design strategies that draw upon vernaculars and building typologies and the contradictions of place; strategies that seek to transgress conventional boundaries for architecture. Blackwell will demonstrate how ideas and actions are generated from careful observations of intersections of nature-made and culture-made conditions particular to an architectural situation. Cameron Art Museum, www.cameronartmuseum.org. Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd.

MEET, FREE, AND RED4ED CANDIDATES 8/16, 10am: Join candidates Tom Gale, Chris Meek, and Emma Saunders for New Hanover County School Board as they read from their favorite books and discuss their ideas for improving our public schools. They will also be collecting donations for Winter Park Elementary. During the month of August, Pomegranate Books is hosting a BOOK DRIVE and accepting donations of items to benefit Winter Park School. Come by the store to purchase a book for the school or drop off one or more items: No. 2 pencils, Expo markers (for mini white boards), tissues, tissues, and more tissues, hand sanitizer, crayons, and reams of copy paper. Pomegranate Books, 4418 Park Ave. SCOTT MASON: THE TAR HEEL TRAVELER

8/21: Scott Mason: The Tar Heel Traveler, Stories from the Road, 6:30pm. Scott Mason may have the best job in television. He travels all over North Carolina, usually steering clear of highways and bounding instead along bumpy roads and off-beaten paths. He uncovers hidden gems everywhere he goes: people and places full of feeling and flavor— and wonder. In this presentation, he celebrates the colorful characters, out-of-the-way places, and rich history of North Carolina. He will share with audiences the stories behind the stories. North Carolina is brimming with intriguing stories. To take a trip with the Tar Heel Traveler is to experience the wonderful nooks and crannies that form the bedrock of the state. www.bellamymansion.org. Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St. COAST POETRY JAM 8/29, 8PM: $3-$5. Come enjoy poets puttin’ down the true spoken word. Hosted by Bigg B and Sandra, the Mid-Day Miss of COAST Radio 97.3 FM. For details call the studio line: 910.763.0973. Cash bar available. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall, Cameron Art Museum, corner of Independence and south 17th St.

classes/workshops NOFO YOGA AND WINE NIGHT Thurs., 6:30pm: Join us on the north side for B.A.D. Yoga & Wine with Amy! Classes take place in the loft on the corner of 3rd St. and Brunswick, all levels welcome. Then, extend the zen at the Goat & Compass for yogi wine specials. Namaste! $5 suggested donation.

FENCING CLASSES Evening fencing class for teens and up. Learn fencing footwork, bladework, rules, refereeing, history, and end with an in-class tournament. All fencing equipment provided. Class meets every Tues/ Thurs, 6:30pm. Cost is $35/mo. plus a once a season $5 membership to USA Fencing $35/mo. plus $5 membership. St. Mary’s Tileston Gym, $40 EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATORS LLC Kettlebell classes include a high intensity workout using multi-joint movements which exercise all the large muscle groups while providing a high level of cardiovascular endurance training during the workout w/Tiffany Forsythe. • Gentle Flow Yoga: Basic flow yoga links breath and movement to gently exercise all of the major joints and muscles of the body. This class ends with a delicious relaxation and meditation. Leave feeling taller, looser and full of peaceful energy. Saturday classes free until until August 16th! On-site childcare? Just call ahead to let us know if you would like to bring your little one and we’ll organize activities to keep them busy and happy $10/class - $8 for educators. Exceptional Educators, LLC 5022-C Wrightsville Avenue GUIDED GROUP MEDITATION 8/13, 6:15pm: Come Join Inspiration Coach Alan Walshe in a guided group meditation for cultivating transformation at the McKay Healing Arts, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC, drop in, $10$15 (you choose). If you have any question contact me at: jennifer@alllovehealing.com. McKay Healing Arts, 4916 Wrightsville Ave. PLANNING FOR THE INEVITABLE 8/13, 3pm: Rebecca Taylor, a retired librarian and active member of Funeral Consumers Alliance Coastal Carolina, will present helpful information and resources for those preparing for end-of-life planning with family and loved ones. No registration is needed for this free program. Admission: Free. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. BOOT CAMP AND NUTRITION COUNSELING

Free Boot Camp and Nutrition counseling in Monkey Junction every T, Th & S - 6am. Surround yourself with positive and encouraging people who are enthusiastic about fitness! One-on-One nutrition councilers and fitness coaches; CORE Nutrition is bringing a love of nutrition and fitness to your community in Monkey Junction! Call 910-515-0732 for details and Location within Echo Farms. Free. Echo Farms Golf & Country Club, 4114 Echo Farms Blvd.

MUSICAL MANTRA MEDITATION 8/17, 10am: Come join Psychic Medium Misty Hall for a guided Musical Mantra Meditation at McKay Healing Arts, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC, drop in, $10-$15 (you choose). McKay Healing Arts, 4916 Wrightsville Ave SUP YOGA CLASS Sat., 7am: What is SUP Yoga? Yoga on the paddleboard? YUP, you got it! Add a new element to your yoga practice: water. Challenge your balance on a moving board and meditate while you float. All levels are welcome, although a SUP basic lesson/tour with us or prior SUP instruction and previous experience with yoga are highly recommended. Classes are 1 hour long, with a 15 minute paddle out and back. $20-$25. Wrightsville Beach.

ENERGY CLEARING MEDITATION For Self-Love: 8/20, 6:15pm: Back by popular demand!** Come Join Energy Healer Jennifer Chapis for Energy Clearing Meditation for Self-Love at McKay Healing Arts, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC, drop in, $10-$15 (you choose). • For Taking Action: Come join Energy Healer Jennifer Chapis, for Energy Clearing Meditation for Taking Action at Exhale Yoga and Wellness Studio, 16th South Front Street (enter in alley), Wilmington, NC, drop in, $10-$15 (you choose), jennifer@alllovehealing.com. Exhale Yoga and Wellness Studio, 16 South Front Street CAM CLASSES Museum School classes, 910-395-5999 (ext. 1008 or 1024), at CAM. Sign up for 6 week classes and/or 1 to 2-day workshops in drawing, painting, mixed media, photography, art history, copper repousse and artistic journal keeping. • Yoga: Thurs., noon-1pm; Fri., 5:30-6:30pm • T’ai Chi: Wed., noon-1pm. Sessions are ongoing and are open to beginner and experienced participants. www.cameronartmuseum.org SUN ROOM ART CLASSES Sun Room Art Classes in painting, drawing collage, and a new offering,”The Gourmet Drawing Club” on Saturdays! Small classes, individual guidance.

Call 910-547-8115 or mail loislight@bellsouth.net for more info or to enroll. 6905 Southern Exposure, Wilmington, NC 28412 ACTING 101 Background acting experts and extras casting pros as we’ll as guest appearances by Talent Agents make this workshop & seminar a fun filled event— last Sunday of each month, 2pm-4pm; limited seating. Fun and informative way to get your acting career off to a great start! This class will prepare you for being on set, what to expect, the ethics of BG acting as well as how to take it to the next level.

Advance sale only! Online or at cafe register: Giant Cafe, 1200 N 23rd St Suite 209. $35 ZUMBA W/LYNN MOLINA Mon/Wed/Fri, 6:30pm; Tues, 9:15am; Sat, 10am: Join Licensed Zumba® Instructor, Lynn Molina! Your first class is free! Bring water and a smile and shake it with us!! $5 Drop in rate. Danceworks, 4209 Oleander Drive MUSIC INSTRUCTION Music instruction at Modern Music with Lucian Rowland, who has 20 years experience as a professional recording and performing musician. Private lessons available for guitar, mandolin, banjo, and

Mon.-Fri. 9am-Midnight Sat. 10am-Midnight • Sun. 11am-11pm 3907 Shipyard Blvd.

799-3023 bowlcardinal.com encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 45

bass. (910) 508-1111 or rockinrowland@hotmail. com.

clubs/notices EUROPEAN TRIP W/CAPE FEAR MUSEUM Join Cape Fear Museum for a seven day trip abroad and guided group tour through Gate 1 Travel, Europe: Highlights of History April 12-19, 2015. Explore the canals of Amsterdam, stroll through the tulips in Holland, be amazed by the architecture in Belgium and take in the Parisian sights, including the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe. Features included guided tours of Amsterdam, Holland, Brussels and Bruges, Belgium and Paris France, including: Amsterdam Canal Cruise, Windmill Village, Brussels Grand Place, Our Lady’s Church with Michelangelo’s Madonna, Paris City Tour. Package includes airfare, accommodations, breakfast daily, sightseeing via motor coach, English-speaking tours and whisper technology enhance touring.

Additional optional tours in Amsterdam and Paris are available. Reservations are currently being accepted. Please be advised that this tour is likely to sell out! Details about Europe: Highlights of History can be found clicking on the News and Events tab on www.cfmassociates.org. Deadline to sign up is December 19, 2014.

OAKDALE CEMETERY TOURS Most tours are 10am-noon; free for members or $10 otherwise. Tours cancelled if inclement weather. 8/16: Superintendent Eric Kozen will lead the tour and discuss everything from horticultural delights to the founding of the cemetery including the wonderful funerary art. www.oakdalecemetery.org or 910-762-5682 BRIDGE CHURCH 8/17, 8:15am: The Bridge Church - a new church of the Presbyterian Church (USA) - will begin worship on Sun., 8/17, 8:15 and 10am at 497 Olde Waterford Way in the Waterford Commons. The two worship services are part of a weekend of events celebrating the launching of the worship services. On Friday August 15th at 4:00pm, the Bridge will host a ribbon-cutting w/ Northern Brunswick Chamber of Commerce. On Saturday August 16th from 10:00am to 2:00pm the Bridge will host a “Launch-Weekend Celebration,” including free food, live music and activities for kids and families.

Located in the field adjacent to the worship center, the celebration is open to everyone. Please bring non-perishable food items to support Matthew’s Ministry. Organizing Pastor, Dr. Doug Cushing said: “I’m convinced people living on the Brunswick Co. side of the Cape Fear Bridge are looking for a new church that combines modern technology, relevant preaching and a rock-the-house band with a commitment to be inclusive and celebrate the sacraments.” thebridgepres.org SUBURBS WALKING TOURS Every Sat., 10am. Discover ILM through neighborhood walking tours. Forest Hills was the first automobile-oriented suburb in Wilmington, while Streetcar Suburbs tell about the restoration and renewal of Carolina Place and Carolina Heights. Tours: $10 (students, $5). 1.5 hrs; wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

COME VISIT US AT OUR NEW LOCATION LOCATED IN MONKEY JUNCTION! 5607 Carolina beach rd • Wilmington, nc 28412 46 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

FOCUS ON YOU SUPPORT GROUP Aims to provide an emotionally safe space where women with cancer and their families can connect with others in the same situation. Women of Hope uses education to empower women through early detection and continuing support throughout their treatment. Survivorship Support Group is for female cancer patient who is in any stage of treatment. Caregiver Support Group is for anyone affected by a loved one’s cancer diagnosis. Meets

2nd/4th Thurs, 6:30-8pm. Friendly Community Baptist Church, 1730 US Hwy. 117, Burgaw. penelope@womenofhopenc.org.

TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP Transgender Support Group, 1st Thurs./mo., 7-8pm. For more information please contact Therapist Nova Swanstrom: 910-343-6890. You must talk with Nova first before coming to a support group meeting!

GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS MEETING Gambler’s Anonymous Meeting of Wilmington.

Meets every Tuesday, 6:30-8pm. Ogden Baptist Church: 7121 Market St. 12-step meeting for people that have or think they may have a compulsive gambling problem. Contact: Casey 910-599-1407 SCREEN GEMS STUDIOS TOURS Guests will get an insider’s look at the largest studio complex east of California and experience the rich history of EUE/Screen Gems and the films and television shows produced at the facility over the last three decades. Attendees will walk the 10-stage working lot have access to sounds stages and go behind the scenes of the CBS series “Under the Dome.” Guests will see a visual history of the NC film and television industry in the screening theater where many famous producers, directors and actors have reviewed footage of productions shot at the studio. Tours will be hosted on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 am, 12 noon and 2 pm weather permitting throughout the summer. Check hotline to confirm times. 1223 23rd St. $12 for adults; $10 for students and military personnel with an ID; $5 for children under 12.Cash only at this time. (910) 343-3433. http://studios.euescreengems.com/nc/ tours.

WILMINGTON MS SELF HELP GROUP MEET Meets the 2nd Thurs. ea. month at 7pm in the New Hanover Rehabilitation Hospital, 1st floor conference room, behind the Betty Cameron Women’s Hospital on 17th Street. Open to all with Multiple Sclerosis, family and friends. Handicapped accessible parking and meeting room. Affiliated with the Greater Carolinas Chapter of the National MS Society. Burt Masters, (910) 383-1368.

WILMINGTON NEWCOMERS CLUB The Women of the Wilmington Newcomers Club will meet 9:30am for social time, and 10 for a presentation, Thursday, Aug 14. Jim Flechtner, Executive Director Cape Fear Public Utility Authority, will be Guest Speaker. For meeting location: wilmingtonncnewcomers.com. Anyone new to New Hanover and Pender Counties in the last four years is invited to join.

CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB Club meets third Tues. each month, Sept thru June, 7pm at Cape Fear Community College, McCloud Bldg, room S002. www.capefearcameraclub.org CAPE FEAR KNITTERS Cape Fear Knitters, the Wilmington chapter of The Knitting Guild of America (TKGA) meets the third Sat. ea. month, 10am-noon. Gerri: 371-3556. Judy: 383-0374.

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., Building B. http://www.WilmingtonCHADD.org PSORIASIS SUPPORT GROUP Meets the 2nd Sat. of month at Port City Java in Harris Teeter on College and Wilshire, 5pm. Chris-

OPEN FOR LUNCH

7 days a week

SUNDAY BRUNCH: 11am-2pm Public House Brunch Specials Huevos Rancheros - $9.95 *Huevos Rancheros Supreme - $10.95 BLT Fried Egg and Cheese Sandwich - $9.25 Puerto Morelos Breakfast - $8.95 Steak and Eggs - $12.95 Sausage Gravy Biscuit Supreme $10.95 Biscuits & Gravy - $6.95 Corned Beef Hash - $7.95 French Toast - $7.95

Benedicts

*Benedicts are served with hash brown potatoes* Eggs Benedict - $10.50 Steak Benedict - $12.95 Smoked Salmon Benedict - $13.95 Eggs Florentine - $10.50

Omelettes Cheddar-Jack Cheese - $8.95 Ham and Cheddar-Jack Cheese - $9.95 Mexican - $8.95 Florentine - $8.95 Philadelphia - $10.95

Drinks Guinness - $4.00 Bloody Mary - $4.00 Mimosa - $3.00

MASONBORO

3317 Masonboro Loop Road (910) 791-1019

LUMINA

1900 Eastwood Road (Across from Landfall) (910) 679-4172

ALL NEW MENU!

www.halligansnc.com encore | august 13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 47

BARS & RESTAURANTS SPECIALS LIST YOUR

FREE

ONLINE

FOR

Just follow these three easy steps...

1 2 3

Go to www.encorepub.com and click on the CALENDAR tab.

Click the “Add an Event” button at the top right corner.

Fill out the event details and submit!

F O O D P H OTO S

O] ]

[

Holland Dotts hollanddotts@gmail.com

910.685.1155 Food by Rx / Ogden Tap Room 48 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

topher: (910) 232-6744 or cvp@yahoo.com. Free; meet others with psoriasis and get educated on resources and program assistance.

CAPE FEAR WEDDING ASSOCIATION Meet and greets the third Wed. ea. month. $25, members free. capefearweddingassociation. com YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF NHC Meet the 1st and 3rd Tues. ea. month at the downtown public library, third floor, 6:30pm.

Ages 18-35.

COUPON CLUB Wilmington Coupon Club meets monthly, second Monday, at 6pm Come exchange coupons and learn how to save money. www.wilmingtoncouponclub.com PFLAG PFLAG Meeting is first Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.

HISTORICAL DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON Take a “Trip With Triplett” and learn the history of this wonderful city with a retired Cape Fear History teacher. Any time! 910-392-6753 or email rltriver@ yahoo.com. $3/children or $8/adults. www.tripwithtriplett.webs.com.

HOLLYWOOD LOCATION TOURS Tour one of America’s largest living film sets; historic downtown Wilmington. This fun-filled 90 minute walking tour will lead gue sts to actual movie & TV locations. Tours will depart Tues., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. afternoons at 2pm. Reservations are required, $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, students or military and children 6 or under are free. 910-794-7177, www.HollywoodNC.com.

HENRIETTA III CRUISES An elegant, 3 tiered boat offering sight-seeing, lunch and dinner cruises, site seeing tours and a Sunset Dinner Cruise June-Aug. On the riverfront. AprilOct: Narrated sightseeing cruises 2:30pm 1-1/2 hrs Tuesy-Sun, Narrated lunch cruises 12:00 noon 1-1/2 hours Tues-Sat. May-Oct: Murder Mystery Dinner Cruises, Tues/Thurs evening 2 hrs. 6:30pm; Apr-Dec: Friday evening dinner cruises 2-1/2 hrs 7:30pm, Sat. evening dinner cruises 3 hrs 6:30pm.

(910) 343-1611. www.cfrboats.com THALIAN HALL TOURS In addition to a full schedule of performances, selfguided tours of the theater are offered Mon-Fri, 126pm, Sat 2-6pm. Guided tours by appt. 343-3664.

WILMINGTON TROLLEY Eight mile, 45 minute narrated tour aboard a nostalgic, motorized trolley. Downtown. 763-4483.

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. Admis-

sion charge. Meets at Water & Market sts. RSVP rqd: 910-794-1866; www.hauntedwilmington.com TOURS OF WWII SITES Wilmington author and military historian Wilbur D.

8/13: INCREDIBLE OYSTERS Oyster season is almost here! Learn all about the incredible shellfish with the NC Coastal Federation’s upcoming class, “The Incredible, Not Just Edible Oyster.” Led by Ted Wilgis and Amy Wilbur, the two will discuss the heritage of NC oysters, and teach folks all about the biology and health of our local estuaries. Folks will learn how to crack open those pesky shells, but, more importantly, they will find out how to get involved with restoring oyster habitats.

The class takes place Wednesday, August 13th, at 7 p.m. at 309 West Salisbury Street; 910-509-2838.

Jones, Jr., now leads customized, personalized guided tours of World War II sites in Southeastern NC. 793-6393 or History@wilburjones.com HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions.Market and Water streets. $12 for adults, $5 per child. (910) 251-8889 or www.horsedrawntours.com

culinary FARMERS’ MARKETS Fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheese, meats, seafood, honey and more! Poplar Grove, Apr-Nov, Wed, 8am-1pm. 910-686-9518. www.poplargrove.com • Riverfront Farmers’ Market open on Water St., downtown, every Sat., through Dec., 8am-1pm. Food, arts & craft vendors and live music. www.wilmingtondowntown.com/ farmers-market • Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market, Sat., May-Sept, 8am-1pm, around the lake in CB. Free parking; vendors align the lake, artists and crafters and musicians. www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com. • Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market, 21 Causeway Dr. Fresh NC-grown produce, seafood and other locally produced consumables.

A variety of unique craft vendors have also been added to the market this year. Mon., 8am-1pm, first Mon. in May-Labor Day. • Town of Leland Farmers’ Market at Leland Town Hall, alternating Sundays, 11am-3pm, May-Aug. This market is focused on local food and agricultural products. • Oak Island Farmers’ Market, Mon., April-Nov., 7am-1pm. Mid-

dletown Park, Oak Island • Southport Waterfront Market, Wednesdays, May-Sept., 8am-1pm. Garrison Lawn in Southport, NC. • St. James Plantation Farmers’ Market, Thurs., May-Oct., 4-7pm, at the Park at Woodlands Park Soccer Field.

SWEET N SAVORY CAFE Sweet n Savory Cafe: Having a weekly wine tasting on Wednesdays, 5-6:30pm. $5 off every Bottle every Wednesday. YouTube #SNSWINE. 1611 Pavillion Pl., (910) 256-0115 INCREDIBLE, NOT JUST EDIBLE OYSTER 8/13: With Ted Wilgis, N.C. Coastal Federation, and Ami Wilbur, UNCW. Join the federation’s ‘oyster guru’ Ted Wilgis and Dr. Ami Wilbur, UNCW’s oyster hatchery manager, for a hands-on talk about the history and science of our beloved native eastern oyster. Ted and Ami will discuss the heritage of oysters in North Carolina, interesting facts about oyster biology and why oysters are critical to the health of our estuaries. Participants will learn how to open an oyster and how to get involved in restoring oyster habitats. Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., 309 W. Salisbury St., Wrightsville Beach. NC Coastal and Federation speaker series.

VINYL WINE WEDNESDAYS Come join us for our new Wednesday night series, Vinyl & Vino, a celebration of good tunes and good wine! We’ve got a old school turntable all set up and ready to go and some great albums to spin, bring your own tunes to share too! $5 wine/glass or grab a bottle at 15 percent off! Free! Wilmington Wine Shop, 605 Castle St. www.wilmingtonwineshop.com FERMENTAL Weekly wine and beer tasting, Fridays. • 8/22, 6pm: Shmaltz & Terrapin Brewing ReUnion 2014 Release: a beer for hope. These two award winning

DRINK MORE WATER!

for good health! SIGN UP FOR 6 MONTHS 5 GALLON BOTTLES OF Spring Distilled or Premium RO Water*

Delivered To Your Home or Business Offer Good With Coupon & 6 Month Cooler Rental Agreement Expires 8/31/14

762-0617

*New Customers Only

Comprehensive Dentistry in a relaxed, comfortable environment Most insurances accepted and practice memberships available

910.791.7911

$65 New Patient Dental Exam New patients save $151 on a comprehnsive exam by the doctor, including needed x-rays.

$45 New Patient Dental Cleaning New patients save $46 on a professional dental cleaning. A new patient dental exam is required.

Periodontal therapy requires an additional fee.

$75 New Children’s Cleaning & Exam

New patients age 12 and under save $184 on a professional dental cleaning, fluoride treatment, needed x-rays, and a doctor’s exam.

$ ZOOM! 479 Treatment

Zoom is a in office whitening option that leaves you in one office visit as white and as bright as you will be, includes maintenance trays and take home whitener!

Mary Lynn King, DDS 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd, Suite 140

www.CrownMySmile.com

Do not despair, we can make the repair..let us fix separation anxiety

GET 3 FREE

Ask about our bottle-free water Sodium Free coolers

Dentistry That’s Something to Smile About!

Full Service Shop ~ Insured Award Winning Custom Interiors 910.799.8746 (TRIM) 6609 Windmill Way

Fast Turn-around Time

Let our experts turn your old, drab furniture into exciting new decor.

Ask about our “re-purposed” furniture encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 49

LLOYD’S

To Selling ce You Sin 5 198

SALES AND STORAGE 6505 Market St., Wilmington

Come see Rick & Lloyd

Auto Sales Dept. 910-520-0096

MILITARY PERSONNEL WELCOMED! • EVERYBODY RIDES • HOME OF LLOYD’S LOW PAYMENTS!

NO CREDIT REFUSED www.lloydsautoandstorage.com 2006 VW PAssat

2004 Ford Ranger XLT

2WD,V6, 5 Spd., Bedliner, Flare Side

Auto, 4 Cyl., 2.0, Leather, Sunroof, CD, Alloys, All Power

$8,995

$7,995

2003 VW Passat Wagon GL

2006 Jeep Commander Sport

Auto, CD, Tilt, Cruise, All Power, 96K Miles

Auto, 6 Cyl., CD, Tilt, Cruise, Bucket Seats, All Power

$7,995 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser

2003 Honda Odyssey EX Leather, Alloys, CD, Pwr. Sliding Doors, All Power

$8,995 2003 Jaguar S-Type

Limited, Auto, Leather, Sunroof, All Power

Auto, Leather, Sunroof, Alloys, Loaded

$10,995

$6,995

$8,995

2006 Ford Mustang Roush Ed. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country

2006 VW Beetle Convertible

Leather, 5 Spd., Chrome Wheels, Local Trade, Exc. Cond.

$7,995 2003 Honda Odyssey EX

Auto, 6 Cyl., CD, Tilt, Cruise, Alloys, Very Nice

4x4, 6 Cyl., Alloys, 3rd Row Seating, CD, Tilt, Cruise, All Power

$6,995 2000 Toyota Sienna LE

2006 Nissan Sentra SE-R

$14,995 2007 Mitsubishi Galant DE

Touring, 6 Cyl., Auto, DVD, CD, Pwr. Sliding Doors, Stow & Go, Alloys

5 Cyl., Leather, CD, Alloys, All Power

$7,995

$10,995

2007 VW Jetta Wolfsburg

2004 Toyota Prius Hybrid

6 Cyl., Auto, CD, Leather, , Alloys, Tilt, Cruise, All Power, Pwr. Sliding Doors

Auto, 4 Cyl., CD, Tilt, Cruise, All Power

5 Cyl., Auto, Leather, Sunroof, Alloys, Exc. Cond.

Auto, 4 Cyl., CD,Tilt, Cruise, All Power, 49 MPG

$8,995

$8,995

$10,995

$8,995

50 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

LLOYD’S SALES AND STORAGE 6505 Market St., Wilmington

Come See Us For All Your Moving & Storage Needs!

Storage Dept. 910-791-4337 We Install Trailer Hitches For All Vehicles

Atmospheric Monthly Rates 5x5 $35 5x10 $55 10x10 $80 10x15 $95 10x20 $105 10x25 $135 10x30 $150

Call For Price

Climate Control Monthly Rates 5x10 $75 10x10 $100 10x15 $125 10x20 $145

FREE Truck With Move In encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 51

$

TOP $ $ PRICES PAID

$

for all your Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals

We Accept All Types of:

2 Steel 2 Appliances 2 Copper 2 Brass 2 Aluminum 2 Radiators

2 Car Parts 2 Stainless Steel 2 Computers 2 Motors 2 Compressors 2 Batteries

The Former All Metal Recycling location across from Black’s Tire 910-769-2225 • 1400 Castle Hayne Road Extended Hours: Monday-Friday 9:30am - 6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm

www.southernmetals.com

52 encore |august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

breweries team up annually in memory of Virginia MacLean, a dedicated cancer research supporter who lost her own battle with Multiple Myeloma in 2007. As a tribute to Virginia, a portion of the proceeds from Reunion Ale ’14 is donated to the Institute for Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research (IMBCR) in Virginia’s name. Brewery representatives from Shmaltz and Terrapin along with beer aficionados to a Hawaiian themed luau in the beer garden. Grass skirts, floral leis, coconuts, ukeleles, and Hawaiian food from Epic Food Co. Live music provided by local funk trio, Boba Funk. Indoor and outdoor bar area Bring a chair, bring a friend. 7250 Market St., www.fermental.net.

RENT-A-FARMER The spring Rent-A-Farmer CSA (Consumer Supported Agriculture) box is now available through Feast Down East with two different options. Starting May 1st “Veggie Lovers” can sign up for monthly subscriptions or the “Produce Committed” can save 10% by receiving a 10 week supply of heart healthy, farm grown provisions that include fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs and free range eggs!

Shopping made easy, let Feast Down East hand pick the best vegetables available and deliver them to your pick up location of choice. We guarantee all the produce to have been grown within 150 miles of Wilmington, NC.Admission: Admission.

MARKET CRAWL AND COOKING CLASS Every Monday, 10am, June to August: Take part in a Market Crawl and Cooking Class with Chef Tyson Amick. Chef Tyson and members will venture to a nearby Farmer’s Market and fish house to purchase local ingredients before returning to the Coastal Education Center for a fun workshop on preparing and cooking healthy, delicious meals. $65. Fred and Alice Stanback Coastal Education Center, 309 W. Salisbury St. NONI BACCA WINERY Tasting room open seven days a week, 10am-9pm (Mon-Sat) and 12-5pm (Sun.). Taste a flight of 6 or 9 wines; over 70 wines made on premise to sample at any time, served by the glass or the bottle.

• Thurs.-Sat.: Specials at the bar on glasses and bottles of wine that run all day, but the crowd begins to gather around 7pm. Craft beer selection, too.

We also make special label wines for weddings, corporate gifting, birthdays, reunions, or any event.

910-397-7617.

RED BANK WINE Red Bank’s wine of the week, Sat., 1-4pm. 1001 International Dr. 910-256-9480.

FORTUNATE GLASS Free wine tasting, Tues. 6-8pm. • Sparkling wine specials and discounted select bottles, Wed. & Thurs. • Monthly food and wine pairings. 29 South Front St.

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20): Researchers in Peru have recently tracked down many previously unknown varieties of wild cacao plants. What that means is there are exotic kinds of chocolate that you and I have never dreamed of, and they will be commercially available within a few years. As delicious as your Chocolove XOXOX Extra Strong Dark candy bar may taste to you now, you will eventually journey further into a new frontier of ecstatic delectability. I propose to use this theme as a metaphor for the work you have ahead of you right now.

It is time for you to make good things even better—to take fun diversions and transform them into experiences that engender transcendent bliss. Turn “yes” into “YESSSS!!!!”

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): At your next meal, imagine that the food you are eating is filled with special nutrients that enhance your courage. During the meal after that, fantasize that you are ingesting ingredients that will boost your perceptiveness. The next time you snack, visualize your food as being infused with elements that will augment the amount of trust you have in yourself. Then you will be ready to carry out your assignment for the coming weeks: Use your imagination to pump up your courage and perceptiveness as you carry out smart adventures that you haven’t trusted yourself enough to try before now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The leaves and berries of the deadly nightshade plant are highly poisonous. If ingested, they cause delirium and death.

On the other hand, a drug obtained from the same plant is on the World Health Organization’s List of Essential Medicines. It’s helpful in treating many illnesses, from gastrointestinal and heart problems to Parkinson’s. Is there a metaphorical equivalent in your life, Gemini? An influence that can either be sickening or healing, depending on various factors? I suspect that now is one of those times when you should be very focused on ensuring that the healing effect predominates.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A New York doctor offers a service he calls Pokertox. Jack Berdy injects Botox into poker players’ faces so as to make their expressions hard to read. With their facial muscles paralyzed, they are in no danger of betraying subtle emotional signals that might help their opponents guess their strategy. I understand there might sometimes be value in adopting a poker face when you are in the midst of trying to win at poker or other games.

But for the foreseeable future, Cancerian, I recommend the opposite approach.

You’re most likely to be successful if you reveal everything you’re feeling. Let your face and eyes be as eloquent as they can be.

tors syndiCate

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): When we are launching any big project, our minds hide from us the full truth about how difficult it will be. If we knew beforehand all of the tests we would eventually face, we might never attempt it. Economist Albert O. Hirschman called this the principle of the “hiding hand.” It frees us to dive innocently into challenging work that will probably take longer than we thought and compel us to access new resources and creativity. To be clear: What’s hidden from us are not only the obstacles but also the unexpected assistance we will get along the way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The literal meaning of the Swedish word *smultronställe* is “wild strawberry patch.” Metaphorically, it refers to a special place that feels like your private sanctuary. It may be hard-to-find or unappreciated by others, but for you it’s a spot that inspires you to relax deeply. You might have had a life-changing epiphany there. When you’re in this refuge, you have a taste of what it’s like to feel at home in the world. Do you have a *smultronställe,* Virgo? If not, it’s time to find one. If you already do, spend extra time there in the coming week.

Nevil SHUTE Norway (19 Across)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If I’m reading the astrological omens correctly, the bells are about to ring for you. The festive lights will flash. The celebratory anthems will throb. It’s like you’re going to win a fortune on a TV quiz show; like you will get an A+ on your final exam; like you’ll be picked as homecoming king or queen. But it’s possible I’m a bit off in my projections, and your success will be subtler than I anticipate. Maybe, in fact, you are about to accomplish the Healing of the Year, or discover the Secret of the Decade, or enjoy the Most Meaningful Orgasm of the Century.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A teenage Pakistani boy decided he wanted to help his country’s government clean up the local Internet. Ghazi Muhammad Abdullah gathered a list of over 780,000 porn sites and sent it to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority. Big job! Hard work! I would love to see you summon similar levels of passion and diligence as you work in behalf of your favorite cause, Scorpio. The coming weeks will be prime time for you to get very excited about the changes you would like to help create in the world.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Working as a journalist for the *Papua New Guinea Post-Courier,* Simon Eroro wanted to interview a group of indigenous rebels in a remote jungle. He decided he was willing to do whatever was necessary to get the big scoop. After making a difficult journey through rough terrain to reach them, he was told he would be given the information that he sought on one condition: that he be circumcised with bamboo sticks as part of a cleansing ritual. Eroro agreed to the procedure, got the story, and ultimately won a prize for his report. I don’t recommend that you go quite that far in pursuit of your current goal, Sagittarius. On the other hand, it might be wise for you to consider making a sacrifice.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): *Kintsukuroi* is a Japanese word that literally means “golden repair.” It refers to the practice of fixing cracked pottery with lacquer that’s blended with actual gold or silver. Metaphorically, it suggests that something may become more beautiful and valuable after being broken.

The wounds and the healing of the wounds are integral parts of the story, not shameful distortions to be disguised or hidden. Does any of that resonate with you about your current experience, Capricorn? I’m guessing it does. Let’s call this the *kintsukuroi* phase of your cycle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Near the end of his career, the painter Henri Matisse created a paper-cut composition he called *Le Bateau,* or *The Boat.* It is an abstract piece that does not depict a literal boat. That’s why the Museum of Modern Art in New York should perhaps be forgiven for mistakenly hanging it upside-down back in 1961, upon first acquiring the piece. Fortunately, after a month and a half, a knowledgeable person noticed, and the position of *Le Bateau* was corrected. I’m wondering if there’s a comparable phenomenon going on with you right now, Aquarius? Is it possible that a part of your life got inverted or transposed? If so, will you be sharp enough to see the goof and brave enough to fix it? I hope you won’t allow this error to persist.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “I owe my success to having listened respectfully to the very best advice,” said British author G. K. Chesterton, “and then going away and doing the exact opposite.” I’m going to endorse that approach for you, Pisces. In my astrological opinion, I don’t think anyone can possibly give you accurate counsel in the coming weeks. Your circumstances are too unique and your dilemmas are too idiosyncratic for even the experts to understand, let alone the people who care for you and think they own a piece of you. I do suspect it might be useful for you to hear what everyone has to say about your situation, though. Seeing their mistaken or uninformed perspectives should help you get clarity about what’s right.

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 53

1101 MARKET STREET Wilmington 910-762-3341

MARKETPLACE MALL 145 SOUTH COLLEGE ROAD Wilmington 910-791-4483

All tire prices include mounting and balancing 54 encore |august 13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com

CORKBOARD

SEXY WEIGHT

KAREN KANE MUSIC PRODUCTIONS

CALL NOW

Available for your next CD or Demo 33 year veteran Producer/Engineer

200 album credits

Dreaming Of A Career In The Music Industry?

AUDIO ENGINEERING CLASSES Music Recording, Mixing, Pro Tools, Studio Production Classes offered in Jan., Apr. and Sept.

(910) 681-0220 or mixmama.com Want to Get the Word out about Your business...

AdVeRtiSe ON the

CORKBOARD

4weeKS - ONlY $50 cAll 791-0688 FOR detAilS

SAVE YOUR LUNGS & LIVER IT’S EASY WITH HYPNOSIS! Best Candidates Are Intelligent, Serious, Ready

gUARANteed SUcceSS For free consultation & peace of mind

910-343-1171 www.solomonhypnosis.com

Piano Connection by James Jarvis

A Night ON the tOwN

STRIPTEASES

5’5”, 36DDD, Very Assertive

WILmINGTON COmpUTER

cost a lot more than a good meal at the Brewery $6.99 Lunches $8.99 Dinners.

Downtown! You know us!

Call the best!

705 North 4th – 769-4977

Front Street Brewery 910.251.1935 9 North Front Street, Downtown Wilmington FrontStreetBrewery.com

For Executives and Refined Gents Brunette Model/Social Companion

910-616-8301 tAtiANA36ddd@AOl.cOm

WEB dESIGN – mAC REpAIR

BIz OppORTUNITY FOR HEALTH ANd WEALTH

249 N. Front St., @ Old Books on Front St.

Sales Mgr. Ryan Burris, 910-262-4784

Your first piano lesson is free!

Call James for details, 910-232-6080

FREE PC OR MAC DIAGNOSTICS!*

SHOpASANTAE.COm/jANIS 910-620-5765

COASTAL HOT TUB

Want to Get the Word out about Your business...

pERmANENT mAKEUp

CORKBOARD

Specializing in brows & liners.

Have you ever wanted to learn to play the piano?

I have developed a unique and fun way for beginners.

Hot Tub & Spa Repair

www.coastalhottub.com

910-274-1416

wcr123.com – Available 24/7 for you!

FACEBOOK.COM/WILMINGTONCOMPUTER

AdVeRtiSe ON the

Robert Kiyosaki calls it “The Business of the 21st Century”.

by Theresa

4weeKS - ONlY $50 cAll 791-0688 FOR detAilS

Wake, Work, play...Your makeup will stay!

910.232.1001 permanentmakeupForYourEyes.com Mention this ad for $50 OFF

encore | august 13 – 19, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 55

SOUTHERN SOUL FOOD AT I T S F I N E S T

featured on www.thrillist.com as one of the country's 21 best soulfood kitchens!

Everday favorites on our buffet include: • BBQ Pork • Pig Feet • Fried Chicken • Baked Chicken • Chicken & Pastry • Catfish • Whiting • Clam Strips • Fat Back • Crinkle Fries • Chitlins • Rutabagas • Green Beans • Mac-N-Cheese • Sweet Potato Soufflé • Cabbage • Boiled Potatoes • Corn • Field Peas • Turnips • Collards • Baked Beans • Green Peas • Lima Beans • Rice • Chicken Salad • Mashed Potatoes & Gravy • Coleslaw • Potato Salad • Pan-Fried Okra • Rolls • Hushpuppies • Cheese Biscuits • Apple, Blueberry & Peach Cobbler • Cherry Cheesecake • Banana Pudding • Ice Cream

WE ALSO DO CATERING!

5559 Oleander drive • 910.798.2913

Wednesday-Saturday 11am-9pm • Sundays 11am- 8pm • Closed - Mondays Tuesdays