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LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL: Remembering and thanking my community for the riches of life

Mountains, with a greenhouse that covered a third of an acre, five smaller greenhouses, solar power, gravity-fed spring water, buildings as close to zero impact as possible—including designs based on Buckminster Fuller’s work. It was heaven on earth, people searching for something deeper, something more meaningful to belong to.

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

I left the farm when the land was sold and the dream had run its course. I’ve heard myself say a lot of things about the farm out loud over the years: “It was easy to be vegan living on an organic farm, but when I went to college, it just meant eating junk food.”

“I learned permaculture by living it.”

“We were as close to off-the-grid and self-sustaining as we could get.”

“Living in that level of intimacy and honesty with a group of people is much harder than most would think.”

“I don’t think I could go back to it now.”

Kate Spring published a piece titled “To Grow Love: A Farmer’s Manifesto” in the most recent issue of Taproot magazine. Included was this gem: “Let that love grow a community; self-sufficiency is a myth. Become community sufficient, and you will find space and peace in the strength of many hands; you will have solace and support in the ugly moments.”

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on’t get high on your own supA few years ago a large oversized paperply.” back appeared in a box I was unpacking. I Yes, “Scarface” sums up one had seen another copy of it years earlier— of my basic problems. In fact, it’s how I but not another since. Yet, there it was in wound up with a bookstore. A lot of people my hands: “Communities Directory.” What ask if I save the “best books” for myself? many people would think of as a “comUm ... yeah. There are a lot of books that mune” (in the ‘60s sense) is described by never make it to the sales floor—either be- the 100,000-plus people who live commucause they get put aside for me or one of nal lifestyles as “Intentional Community.” the staff buys it. But the way I define “the The scale of shared life and possessions runs the gamut, from shared housing to best books” might surprise readers. no ownership of possessions, with each There are obvious pieces: “Lysistrata” community deciding how they can best with Picasso illustrations, for example. Or function. Published by Fellowship for Intenanything signed by one of my heroes. Or tional Community, the book is an internareally arcane theatre books. But there are tional listing guide for communities around books that stop me in my tracks and can the world. Besides such basic information absorb entire days of productivity—and not as location—and whether they are open to because of any perceived monetary value. visitors or not—it also answers questions 4 encore | august 2 - august 8, 2017 | www.encorepub.com

as to structure and focus: Co-housing?

Sustainable? Religious?

I flipped through to the letter K. There it was: the listing for the community that took me in and changed my life over a decade earlier.

So, yes, that book went home with me.

Periodically, I leaf through it when I need to take a trip down nostalgia lane or remind myself of values and priorities I have embraced and struggled to live for most of my adult life. What I didn’t understand at the time was how I really found Utopia. But it was ephemeral, a moment in time I couldn’t sustain and had not yet experienced enough of life to truly appreciate.

I lived on a beautiful organic farm on more than 300 acres of land in the Appalachian

It started stirring thoughts that had been slowly and quietly fermenting for the last few years—bringing them to the surface and forming into words. Jock and I try to live centered around “doing” rather than “ordering” and putting things on a credit card. If something breaks, we fix it—or learn how to. We continue to deepen our relationship with food, and we strive for more and more preparedness and sufficiency.

Years ago Jock impressed upon me that if the world fell apart for us—and there were years we played foreclosure roulette—the real capital we had in our lives was not in the bank but among friends and neighbors.

I think I am realizing (though, I left the farm geographically) what really happened is the essence of the farm—what I needed to learn from it—is being lived in a larger geographic area. The intentional community I work with, struggle with and strive with isn’t bordered by a mountain-ridge line, a

driveway or any survey marker.

Do I still learn permaculture by doing it? Yes, and it will be a lifelong study. Permaculture is a fancy word for intentionally designed sustainable farming. I am slowly—very slowly—working on integrating food-producing plants into the landscape design for my house on Market Street. More days and hours than I can count have been devoted to planning, rethinking, replanning, reworking, and observing the yard, to try and develop something with thoughtful harmony as my guiding principal.

I still wrestle with food choices; the moral, ethical, political, and health impacts of those choices. Perhaps they frustrate me now more than when I was 17 and had the certainty and absolute convictions of adolescence. I used to be good at “giving things up” (dairy, sodas, coffee); all forms of denial made me feel like I was somehow achieving or contributing to the betterment of the world—or at the very least my body and life. Now, I’m not so sure, and I wrestle, painfully at times. I am so lucky and privileged; there are so many people who would love to have the luxuries I take for granted: ice cream on demand, for example. That sounds foolish. But I am fortunate enough to be able to buy ice cream if I want it at 3

p.m. or 3 a.m., seven days a week. That’s not the case everywhere in the world—or even the country. A few years ago I startled Jock and a few close friends by experimenting with eating meat, something I hadn’t done in over a quarter of a century.

“Why now?” Nini asked.

“I just felt a need to revisit these choices that were made by someone who wasn’t an adult—by a child, really—and see if they were still valid; if they were still the right choices for me. The unexamined life is not worth living.”

One of the issues many communities face is the need for revenue to keep the resources flowing, taxes paid and wolves from the door. Twin Oaks, an incredibly long-lasting community founded in 1967 (inspired by the principals in the book “Walden Two” by B. F. Skinner), makes and sells hammocks, tempeh, garden plants, and seeds. Their off-shoot community, Acorn, sells seeds and was involved in a lawsuit against Monsanto.

everyone to maintaining the physical plant), we did not have a monetary fund to support our future endeavors; to invest in our future and shared growth. That, more than anything else, was what did us in.

I have labored ‘lo these many years for the bookstore, the building and the renovation of the house on Market Street to open as a B&B, and I have felt guilt much of the time. That might be a surprising confession.

But every time I say “no” to someone whose books we don’t buy; every time I have to explain if you have an event at the bookstore the sales must go through the register because we have utilities, payroll, taxes, etc.; every time someone asks for a job and I don’t have one available or the money to fund a position ... I feel guilty. Even though we make very little money in gross and rarely a little profit, I feel guilty. It is true. Just learning how to say “no” to myriad requests that would drain all the resources from the bookstore, bankrupt us and render the entire journey moot was hard—very hard. Sharing is not my problem—not giving away everything to the detriment and impovishment of my loved ones is my problem.

The farm I lived on had no source of revenue that we all participated in. Everyone was responsible for their own finances.

The only way I am able to say “no” and still Though we contributed labor to the run- get through the day is to realize it isn’t about ning of the farm (from producing food for me. I have to say “no” to protect the interests

of the staff who depend upon me for payroll, and a safe working environment, and the taxes paid, and the utilities turned on.

There is a web of something bigger than me I am beholden to. But I still crumble a little when I can’t say “yes.”

It is a pretty surprising and wonderful group that weaves in and out of our lives around the bookstore, the Market Street house and Full Belly. Without realizing it, Jock and I have found ourselves in the middle of something very similar to what people search for when they look through the “Communities Directory.” We live very sustainable lives with remarkably little environmental impact. We try to make choices about all the aspects of our lives: housing, food, transportation, clothing, luxuries, all based on something more than greed and gratifying an immediate want. We give back more than we receive, and in turn live lives of far greater wealth than we ever imagined.

Thank you. Thank you so much for every day.

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THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT:

Praising big-league intellectual excellence

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hat comes after our “celebrity first” age of superficial tweets, memes and soundbytes? Will we all continue to trod a dark path to an irremediable ignorance full of fake facts and real problems?

Is there any hope for us?

There are reasons for hope, and relevant local evidence for my boldly optimistic assertion that the road ahead may be brighter than many expect.

First, a friend and former Myrtle Grove Optimist Little League coach shared his son’s recent accomplishment. It would have been great to listen to him tell me the story of his kid’s journey through the Mets’ farm system as we watched him start his first game as catcher at Citi Field. Playing professional sports is one way to be big league. But young Mr. Maximillian Beauchene survived Southern jock culture and long ago discarded the catcher’s “tools of ignorance” to surf the waves of knowledge. He completed a degree in political science and currently has an article (“After Raqqa: The Islamic State and the War on Terror”) published on LobeLog, a foreign policy analysis site.

Completing a degree and publishing an article? That’s big league.

Beauchene wrote shortly after U.S.backed coalition forces liberated Mosul from the Islamic State on July 9, 2017, and fastforwarded to the victory celebrations after the next likely liberation, Raqqa, Syria. (They are fighting now.) Beauchene provided a detailed analysis of the current status of the fight against the Islamic State, pointed that we can retake cities like Mosul and Raqqa as many times as want, and questioned, “What’s next?”

I remember Max’s smile at Veterans Park and questioned how many times we would send he, his classmates, and former teammates into the fields of battle without a clear understanding of what is likely to happen— even if they are temporarily victorious. Reading Max’s early contribution to the complex foreign policy field brought a smile to my face. The kid is alright.

Next, the July 20 StarNews headline, “Sex Offender Registry: Effective Deterrent or Step Too Far?” caught my eye. I grinned at the POTUS-free front page. (Although, I’m pretty sure some of POTUS 45’s admitted sexual behaviors might place him on the registry, and prevent him from living near a

middle school or using social media.) I read the full article at lunch. The choice of a newsworthy topic, the article’s clarity and balanced tone, and the fact the reporter interviewed key local professionals with relevant expertise impressed me on first reading.

Treatment and management of sex offenders is a complex community issue, with which I am acquainted. While employed by our community mental-health center (Southeastern Center) over a decade ago, I helped develop the Juvenile Sex Offender Treatment Program here in New Hanover County. The registry has always reflected our conflicting fears and values. It’s a “feel safe” measure that has limited utility in reducing recidivism for adult offenders, and has even more complex and questionable effects for youthful offenders.

“Did you read Sophie Whisnant’s article in the StarNews?” My son asked when I got home from work.

“No,” I said. “Is she previewing your next show or something?”

“Dad,” said my son, an artist and Sophie’s lifelong friend, “it’s on the front page!”

I checked the byline, “StarNews Staff Reporter—Sophie Whisnant. Your friend wrote this? Wow!” Watching Sophie Whisnant onstage in local theatre and dance over the years typically made me smile. She is another product of our local much-maligned public education system and a member of the youth theatre arts community. She is currently a rising junior at Chapel Hill. Her article brought a big-league smile to my face.

Now that Mr. Beauchene and Ms. Whisnant have eschewed the tweet, embraced intellectual rigor and embarked on the road less traveled, what is in store for them? Fame?

Fortune? Perhaps. But the only thing they will surely acquire is criticism. Should they continue down the paths they’ve chosen, paths of curiosity, creativity, diligence, and intellectual rigor, they will be branded. Rather than being touted as a member of a reinvigorated and vital Fourth Estate, the free press, some will lambast Whisnant as an untrustworthy member of the “failing and fake press.” Rather than being seen as a new sprout on an enlightenment tree of intellectual excellence, some will label Beauchene as yet another member of the eternally out-of-touch “intellectual elite.”

So be it. I’m not afraid for them, and am increasingly optimistic for the rest of us. The kids are alright.

MacDonald. Others flooded Szusz with complaints on Facebook. Szusz and MacDonald have since talked it out, although MacDonald still hopes Szusz will discontinue using sheep on his floats.

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Good fortune quickly turned to horror for a man in Allyn, Washington, who scored some raccoon roadkill to use as crab-trap bait on June 25. As the unidentified man walked toward home dragging the carcass behind him on a 15-foot rope (so he couldn’t smell it), two different vehicles stopped, and their occupants, mistakenly thinking he was dragging a dead dog, began berating the would-be fisherman. As the dispute heated up, someone produced a gun, shooting the man twice in the leg before he was struck by one of the vehicles as the assailants fled.

BRIGHT IDEAS

In New Hampshire on June 29, a state police officer stopped the 57-year-old driver

of a Honda Odyssey minivan who had piled a Beverly Hillbillies-esque stack of belongings on top of his car. The collection, which was about as tall as the minivan, included a wooden chest, a bike, a floor lamp, a rake, a snow shovel, a moving dolly and a folding ladder, along with blankets and towels and a shopping cart full of items hanging off the back. Police cited the driver for negligent driving, and the car was towed away.

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A Canada Day parade in southern Ontario sparked a flood of typically mild protests over Dave Szusz’s float, which featured a 3-meter-tall blow-up Jesus (holding a baby sheep) and several real sheep. “I thought it was kind of sad to see sheep out with very loud blasting music, out in the heat in the city,” said animal rights activist Dan

Six suspects in a June 25 Denver mugging counted among their spoils the victim’s brand-new iPhone. After using Ryan Coupens’ credit cards at a nearby Walgreens, the thieves used the phone to post a Snapchat story about their shenanigans to Coupens’ account, where his friends -and police -- could clearly see some of their faces.

A repeat offender came to the end of his career when he and an accomplice tried to burglarize a home in East Macon, Georgia, on June 19. As James Robert Young, 41, a 35-time resident in the Bibb County jail, and another man zeroed in on her television, the homeowner woke up and heard them.

“When she yelled, the men ran out,” said Sheriff David Davis, and that was when the other suspect turned around and fired his weapon, striking Young in the head, killing him. The accomplice is still at large.

OOPS!

What seemed like the best hide-andseek idea ever took a frightening turn on

July 6 in Colonial Heights, Virginia, when a 12-year-old girl became stuck in a sleeper sofa. Another child called 911 when she couldn’t free her friend. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” said fire chief A.G. Moore.

“When she got out, she was fine.”

In Green Bay, Wisconsin, a driver crossing the Walnut Street Bridge on June 22 disregarded the traffic arm and drove around it onto the drawbridge as it was opening. His van ascended the opening span, but then rolled back down into the gap between the stationary bridge and the moveable span.

Green Bay Metro firefighters, concerned that the van might slip through the gap, cut a hole in its roof to rescue the driver.

SUSPICIONS CONFIRMED

Karen Leclair, 51, of Albion, Pennsylvania, was reported missing on June 11 by her commercial fisherman husband, Christopher, 48, after she went over the side of his boat on Lake Erie. Christopher told police he hadn’t been watching when his wife fell overboard. When her body washed ashore on July 4 in upstate New York, however, she had a gunshot wound in her head, and she was bound by nylon fishing rope and weighted with an anchor. Christopher was charged with her murder after the gun used to shoot Karen was found under a bed in their home.

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seem to work best under extreme, unnecessary, self-imposed stress,” singer-songwriter Aaron Lewis quips about his recording process. Admittedly, it’s a sentiment to which I and many other writers, artists and creatives can relate. “When I put it off and put off and then go after it, I feel like it’s more natural and true to the moment than if I sat down with pen and paper and tried to write something and be clever. It works better for me when I let it come out.”

Some might know Lewis best from his years as the founding lead singer for rock band Staind. Founded in the mid-‘90s, their second studio album, “Dysfunction” (coproduced by Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst in 1999), set them on a course for a string of radio hits, such as “It’s Been Awhile” and “Outside” (“Break the Cycle,” 2001), “So Far Away” (“14 Shades of Grey,” 2003), followed by four more well-received albums.

Lewis has since taken the country road to new commercial success, and released his first EP, “Town Line,” in 2011. He’s now touring with his latest and third release, “Sinner” (September 2016), and playing at the Port City’s newest venue, The Shell, located on the Cape Fear River on August 9.

“Sinner” was recorded in a blazing 16 hours at Nashville’s Blackbird Studios and produced by Buddy Cannon. Cannon has worked with some of Lewis’ favorite artists, a la George Strait, Merle Haggard and George Jones. The singer grew up listening to his grandfather’s country faves: Hank Williams, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, and David Allen Coe. “If we were awake, [country music] was

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These days, Lewis often keeps the dial turned on to Jamey Johnson, Sturgill Simpson, Cody Johnson, Alex Williams, and Cody Jinks. “I love what Chris Stapleton has recorded,” he notes. “Though, I’m not a fan of what other artists do to his songs when they record them.”

His love for country music sat dormant for years. However, it was a chance gamble with Lewis’ plumber that led him head first into the genre again.

“He bet me I wouldn’t write a country song,” Lewis tells. “There was no money on the table; it was just a pride thing. I sat down to write and about 20 minutes later I had ‘Country Boy’ [(‘The Road,’ 2012)], which is just my kind of watered down, undetailed story.”

While Lewis’ songwriting process is more or less the same as it was during his Staind years—writing a skeletal structure of a song on acoustic guitar—he’s not much of a storyteller who reaches outside his own life. His focus remains on getting out inner thoughts, personal demons, obstacles, triumphs, and heartaches. While his last Staind album took over six months to record, “Sinner” only took one or two takes each song.

“What’s really changed is how long we sit and dwell on the products,” he tells. “And in this process and experience, I’ve done all three of my country records the same way: ride a bolt of lightning, take a deep breath, and ‘Holy, shit! It’s done.’ It just seems to be

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THE SWITCH: Aaron Lewis is bringing his brand of country to the newest stage in ILM at The Shell in downtown Wilmington. Courtesy photo.

ter which came from frustrations with most country songs insisting “rednecks” are only found below the Mason Dixon.

“There’s a whole bunch of country ass, a very rare, organic, natural way of doing it. Podunk people out there that don’t have There’s not enough time to start messing red dirt—that aren’t from the South,” he observes. “There’s way more country folk outwith everything.” side the South than there is in.”

Lewis credits the efficiency and success Writing “Northern Redneck” was easy for in the studio to a core crew. Guitarist Brent Mason, Paul Franklin (pedal steel), Kevin Lewis; he simply pulled all stereotypes into “Swine” Grantt (bass), and multi-instrumen- one and moved them outside the South. He talist Jim “Moose” Brown have been with views “redneck” less of an insult, and more an endearment—describing someone with Lewis for the long haul. country pride, pride for their way of life, pride “With all these guys, it’s like clockwork,” for their country, and pride for being a redneck. he adds. “We all love working with each oth“There’s always going to be people who er. They’re the only musicians I’ve worked with in the country world in the studio, and take things too far on whatever side of the they know what I’m all about. I don’t try to tell fence you’re on,” he says. “It doesn’t really have the same connotation as it once did. them what to do.”

I certainly don’t look at it in a racist kind of When thinking of heavy-rock versus way. . . . I don’t look at it as a none-positive country, obvious tonal differences arise in thing. I view it as the meat and potatoes, sounds, instrumentals and approaches. But the heartbeat of America—it’s not all these Lewis acknowledges the subject matter has wealthy people that live on the edge.” shifted, even in his own writing since making Lewis recorded the title track with Willie the switch.

Nelson, who, like Lewis, will play The Shell “[Country] is an opportunity to express later on in September. “Sitting and having a other facets of my life that wouldn’t have conversation with Willie is almost like havnecessarily flown well on the Staind side ing a conversation with Jesus, in some weird of things,” he says. “A perfect example of philosophical way,” Lewis says with a laugh. that would be ‘Endless Summer’ off of [‘The “He’s just so sweet and nice and thoughtful Road’]. I almost didn’t record it because of and caring—he’s something else.” the uncomfortableness and unfamiliarity of writing a happy song . . . about taking my daughters to the beach for the weekend.

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THURSDAY

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

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2

Bland Sawyer (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Improv Comedy (7pm; $3)

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

Slomo Dingo CD Release (7pm; $5; Rock)

—Reggie’s 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St.

Gruff Goat Comedy (8pm; Free)

—Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Lane

Costello’s Live Music (9pm; Free)

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.

Piano Jazz with James Jarvis (7pm; Free)

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

Horizon Productions Presents Wild (DJ, Dance) (9pm; $5) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

DJ Lord Walrus (9pm; Free; Electric Dance Party)

—Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 3

Trivia with Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free)

—The Shell, 14 Harnett St.

Sunset Cruise with Live Music by Jim Nelson (7pm; $27; Blues)

Alive After Five: Irresistible (5pm; Free; Cover) Tyler McKaig (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

The Imitations (6:30pm; Free; Party, Dance)

—Wrightsville Beach Park, 321 Causeway Dr.

Music and Fireworks (6:30pm; Free)

$2.75 Michelob Ultra $3.25 Stella $4.50 Lunazul Tequila All Floors open

TUESDAY

SATURDAY

—Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

Cathedral Voices Choral Concert (7:30pm; Free) —St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St.

Costello’s Live Music (9pm; Free)

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

Pamoja! Band (6:30pm; $10-$18; Jazz)

DJ Lord Walrus (9pm; $3)

Open Mic Comedy (7pm; $0-$3)

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

Coleslaw (7pm; Free; Bluegrass, Country, Blues)

—Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar, 1211 S. Lake Park Blvd.;

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WEDNESDAY

SUNDAY

—Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery, 11 Van Campen Blvd.

—Pleasure Island, Carolina Beach Blvd.

—Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.; 910-395-5999

FRIDAY

MONDAY

$2 Select Domestic • $3 Draft $4 Flavored Bombs 1/2 Price Apps Live Music from Tony and Adam

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$2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Seasonal and Hoppyum IPA draft $5 Redbull and Vodka 1/2 price wings Live music from Josh Solomon

—Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

Chilled Monkey Brains, Madd Hatters & Slomo Dingo (10pm; Cover TBD; Rock) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

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Tony Barnes (6pm; Free; Country)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Pub Night with DJ Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free)

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Sunset Cruise with Live Music by Ron and Luis (7pm; $27; Singer-Songwriter Duo) —Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

Travis Shallow (8pm; Free; Roots) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Same as it Ever Was (8pm; Free; Talking Heads Cover)

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Jazz Piano with James Jarvis (8pm; Free) —Bottega Art & Wine, 723 N. Fourth St.

Folkstone Stringband (8pm; Free; Folk)

—Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Lane

Trophic (9:30pm; Free, Rock Reggae Fusion)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 910-763-4133

Costello’s Live Music (10pm; Free)

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

—Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Lane

Boogie in the Park (5pm; Free)

—Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

Sunday DJ Pop-up Electrolounge (7pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

Benny Hill Jazz Jam (7pm; Free)

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

Sunset Cruise with Live Music by Kim Dicso (7pm; $27; Folk) —Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St.

Sunday Funday (9pm; Free)

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

MONDAY, AUGUST 7

The Possums (10pm; Cover TBD; Grateful Dead)

Trivia with Sherri ‘So Very’ (6:30pm; Free)

Jesse Stockton & The Dream Machine (10pm; Cover TBD; Indie)

Port City Trivia with Dutch (7:30pm; Free)

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

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

DJ Dr. Jones (10pm; $3)

—Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5 Exacta Duo (3pm; Free; Rock)

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

James Jarvis (6pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

—Candle Nut Restaurant, 21 N. Front St.

Sunset Cruise with Live Music by Johanna Winkel (7pm; $27; Pop) —Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

Wax Imperials (7pm; Free; Alt Rock)

—Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 910-251-1832

Soul-R Fusion (8pm; Free)

—Fermental, 7250 Market St.; 910-821-0362

Masonboro Sound (8pm; Free; Bluegrass, Rock) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Soul-R Fusion (8pm; Free)

—Fermental, 7250 Market St.; 910-821-0362

Mechanical Boulevard (8pm; Free; Americana, Bluegrass) —Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Lane

Dead Rotten (Tribute to Punk Rock) + Slomo Dingo as The Stooges (8:30pm; $0-$5) —The Blue Eyed Muse, 208 Market St.

Josh Solomon (9:30pm; Free)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 910-763-4133

Costello’s Live Music (10pm; Free)

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

Better Off Dead (10pm; Cover TBD; Grateful Dead Cover) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Unity (10pm; Cover TBD; Rock, Pop)

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

DJ Sir Nick Bland (10pm; $3)

—Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

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

—Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St.; 910-76-BOOKS

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Justin Cody Fox Duo (4pm; Free; Americana)

—Brunswick Forest, Cape Fear National Clubhouse, 1281 Cape Fear National Dr. —Buffalo Wild Wings, 140 Hays Lane #B15

Gypsy Open Mic (8pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St; 910-763-2223

Monday Parade: Litt and Friends (9pm; Free) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Costello’s Live Music (9pm; Free)

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

TUESDAY, AUGUST 8

Magic & Mayhem (6pm; $6.25-$12.50) —The Blue Eyed Muse, 208 Market St.

Chris Robinson Brotherhood (6:30pm; $25-$30; Rock) —Greenfield Lake, 1941 Amphitheater Dr.

Clay Crotts Duo (7pm; Free; Folk, Rock, Pop) —The Little Dipper, 138 S. Front St.

Comedy Bingo (7pm; Free)

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

Rocket 77 and More (7pm; Cover TBD; Punk Rock) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Cape Fear Contra Dancers (7:30pm; $5)

—5th Ave. United Methodist, 409 S. 5th Ave.

Trivia with Sherri ‘So Very’ (7:30pm; Free) —Carolina Ale House, 317-C College Rd.; 910-791-9393

DJ Elementary (10pm; Cover TBD)

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

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9

Mykel Barbee (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Aaron Lewis (6pm; $20-$150; Country) —The Shell, 14 Harnett St.

The Phantom Playboys (6pm; Free; Rockabilly) —South Front II, 222 Greenfield St.

Improv Comedy (7pm; $3)

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

Piano Jazz with James Jarvis (7pm; Free)

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

DJ Lord Walrus (9pm; Free; Electric Dance Party) —Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

CONCERTS OUTSIDE OF SOUTHEASTERN NC

SHOWSTOPPERS

HEART OF GLASS: Blondie and Garbage are heading to Raleigh, North Carolina for a show at Red Hat Amphitheater on August 5. Courtesy photo.

NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 8/2: Michael Franti & Spearhead 8/3: Rebirth Brass Band 8/4: Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley 8/5: Delbert McClinton 8/6: RC and The Gritz Band 8/10: Wyclef Jeanand Jazzy Amra THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 8/3: August Alsina 8/4: Descendent, The Bronx and Late Bloomer 8/6: Playboi Carti 8/9: Farruko 8/11: On the Border 8/14: Tesla THE UNDERGROUND-FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 8/2: Fuel 8/11: DRE-Z 8/13: Flagship RED HAT AMPHITHEATER 500 SOUTH MCDOWELL ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 996-8800 8/2: CMT’s Nashville in Concert 8/3: Gov’t Mule witht Galactic 8/5: Blondie and Garbage 8/10: Mary J. Blige and Lalah Hathaway 8/11: Umphrey’s McGee and Aqueous 8/23: Goo Goo Dolls and Phillip Phillips MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., DURHAM, NC (919) 901-0875 8/11: The Lonely Biscuits 8/12: Ron Funches

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CABARRUS ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 821-4111 8/2: Michelle Branch 8/4: Cosmic Charlie 8/10: Badfish 8/11: Zomboy, Spag Heddy and Dr. Oz! 8/12: Dumpstaphunk CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN ST., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 8/3: Jon Shain & Fj Ventre, and more (Back) 8/4: Town Mountain and Blue Cactus 8/4: Travers Brothership (Back) 8/8: Laetitia Sadier Source Ensemble and more (Back) 8/9: Slaughter Beach, Dog and morel (Back) 8/9: The Melvins and Spotlights 8/10: Wyatt Easterling (Back) 8/11: The Second After (Back) 8/18: Brick + Mortar and more (Back) THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 8/2: Hellyeah, Kyng and Cane Hill 8/3: Zoso 8/4: Temptation’s Wings, Through The Fallen and more 8/5: The Undergrowth Showcase 8/7: This Is Spinal Tap 8/8: Ben Wash 8/9: Satchel Anders and Freedom, Loot and DJ Salty 8/10: Chris Robinson Brotherhood HOUSE OF BLUE MYRTLE BEACH 4640 HWY 17 S, NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29582 (843) 272-3000 8/4: Playboi Carti 8/5: Thunderstruck 8/10: Zomboy 8/11: Tesla

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TRUE COLLABORATIONS:

‘Art Double Feature: Curious Collaborations’ opens with two exhibits at Art in Bloom

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BY: EMILY TRUSS

he meaning behind collaborative works of art is often much deeper than the piece itself. It’s about respecting creative ideas of other artists, cohesively working toward a common goal and, ultimately, the memories of the journey.

On Friday, Aug. 4, Art in Bloom Gallery will host the opening reception of their newest exhibit “Art Double Feature: Curious Collaborations.” Divided between two galleries, the show captures sentiments of working together, sharing creative knowledge and integrating styles.

Gallery I hosts “Sharing a Room: PleinAir Art by Carole Osman, Pamela MorkKeegan and Linda Sells.” The trio originally met in Germany while teaching art through the Department of Defense Dependents school system, and planning student activities through the Overseas Art Association.

“The title of the show captures the nos-

talgia of working alongside one another as art teachers,” Osman says. “There are so many memories of painting together, and sharing creative space and ideas.”

26 masks in 60 days.”

Klinger would form recycled paper and cloth around chicken wire, wire cloth, clay, aluminum, and cardboard to create a variety of shape faces.

Once each mask was bonded with PVA and plaster of paris, it was air-dried and sealed with acrylic modeling paste before Klinger handed it off to Darrow, who then brought the masks to life with acrylic and oil paints.

Although, Mork-Keegan still teaches art in Germany, Sells now lives in NY, while Osman resides in the Port City. ”I still see samples and files of lessons from both Carole and Linda in the drawers,” Mork-Keegan says. “Our friendships have spanned years of painting together, teaching, traveling, and enjoying life.”

Despite the long distance, the artists were determined to collaborate once again.

The chance came when Sells went to visit Mork-Keegan in Germany, who then decided they should combine their work for a new exhibit. Osman, Mork-Keegan and Sells all share a love for plein-air painting and pastels, naturally going with the medium as a running theme in their show.

“Once he handed over the white form to me, I did whatever I wanted,” Darrow says. “We each worked independently of the other, but it all came together. I couldn’t do what he was doing, and he couldn’t do what I was doing, but together we made it work—a true collaboration.”

“Being outdoors is the biggest advantage of plein-air painting over studio painting,”

DOUBLE-FEATURE: ‘Pot Head’ (above), sculpted

by Dave Klinger and painted by Elizabeth Darrow is one of several whimsical collaborations between the two artists featured at Art in Bloom. Courtesy image

Sells notes. “The light is so much better for painting flora and fauna, especially in one of my favorite spots, Adirondack Park.”

While the collection will contain plenty of vibrant, visceral landscapes, Osman will contribute a few exceptions for variety. “I do have several paintings of snow,” she divulges. “They were obviously not plein air because of the elements, but I think they will be refreshing in this exceptionally hot weather.”

Over in Gallery II is “Making Masks: A Collaboration.” Painter Elizabeth Darrow and wood artist Dave Klinger decided to combine two very different skill sets at a birthday party for Klinger’s wife, Lisa. Darrow remembered how Klinger used to carve wooden masks.

“Just on a whim I said, ‘Why don’t you make some papier-mâché masks and I’ll paint them,’” Darrow recalls. To her surprise, Klinger immediately rose to the challenge. He called her three days later to let her know the first mask was ready.

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“After that, it was a two-month whirlwind of mask-making,” Darrow says. “We made

Darrow uses a number of other materials to bring out her own interpretation of the masks, creating a collection of fun and whimsical characters. One is called “Pot Head (Going Green)”—a plant-loving character adorned with an upturned pot, spilling green leaves and vines over the painted face. Another, “Cardinal Sins,” features a nun, surprised by the pair of cardinals on her head.

“After I’ve finished carving the mask and pass it on to Elizabeth, sometimes I find the character she paints is completely different than what I imagined,” Klinger notes. “That’s the beauty of this project: We let each other use our own styles without too much influence, and the result is much more genuine from each side. Hanging it up altogether, they look like a tribe—or a family of sorts.”

“Art Double Feature: Curious Collaborations” opens at Art in Bloom Gallery on Friday, Aug. 4, and will hang until Aug. 26. All works of art from both galleries are for sale.

DETAILS:

Art Double Feature: Curious Collaborations

Opening reception Aug. 4, 6 p.m.

Hanging through Aug. 26 Art in Bloom Gallery 210 Princess St. Free www.aibgallery.com

WHAT’S HANGING AROUND THE PORT CITY

GALLERYGUIDE ARTEXPOSURE!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com Our annual Artist’s Choice Show will be opening on August 11. Deadline to enter is June 30th.

We must have your entry form, fee and jpegs of your submissions by that date. Our guest juror this year will be Todd Carignan. Download the entry form at artexposure50.com or call for entries. Send jpegs to artexposure50@gmail.com.

Any NC artist over the age of 18 is allowed to submit up to two works for consideration.

ART IN BLOOM

210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 www.aibgallery.com Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19thcentury horse stable and exhibits original art by a diverse group of artists. “Elements of Creation: New Art” features Brian Evans (ceramics), Georgeann Haas (acrylic and mixed media on paper), and Judy Hintz Cox (oil and mixed media on canvas) and continues through July 29.

The gallery is open until 9pm on Fourth Friday Gallery Nights. Special upcoming events include: “Slinging Paint with Mark Gansor” Aug. 26, 3-5pm. Mark will create original acrylic paintings on canvas; refreshments served; open and free to the public.

The gallery is partnering with Checker Cab productions, PinPoint and Platypus & Gnome on art openings and champagne toasts: “Let it Be: Art by Judy Hintz Cox” features large oil and mixed media paintings at PinPoint Restaurant, 114 Market St. “I Spy: Art by Naomi Jones” features acrylic paintings of diverse wildlife at Platypus & Gnome Restaurant, 9 South Front St. Both exhibits continue through Aug. 21.

CRESCENT MOON ART AND STYLE

24 N. Front St. (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Thurs. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sun.., noon - 6 p.m. Call for appointment!

As a longtime leader in local art curation, Crescent Moon strives to be an ambassador for their artists and to make their customers art collecting, decorating and gift-giving experience an easy one. With an unparalleled selection of individually chosen pieces and an expanded showroom with stunning collections from both new and returning artists, Crescent Moon has something for everyone.

CHARLES JONES AFRICAN ART

311 Judges Rd., Unit 6-E cjart@bizec.rr.com (910) 794-3060

Mon. – Fri. 10am - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm - 4 pm Open other hours and weekends by appointment www.cjafricanart.com African art: Museum quality African Art from West and Central Africa. Traditional African art for the discerning collector.

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

Over 30 years experience in Tribal Arts. Our clients include many major museums.

EXPO 216

216 N. Front St, Wilmington, NC (910) 769-3899 Wed. – Sun., Noon – 6 PM www.expo216.com Last chance to see the phenomenally successful Ocean Plastic exhibit before it closes. July 28 ends the one-year run of our inaugural exhibit.

The final Fourth Friday Gallery Night features a pop-up auction, music by The Swing Shifters, and appearances by Bag Lady and Ninja Turtle, who will be distributing small gifts. After that, Expo 216 is closed for the month of August to install our coming Death & Dying exhibit which will open on September 6. At which point, normal business hours will resume. Meanwhile, join us for our Second Annual Fashion Show on August 18. Tickets are free on our website.

NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY

271 N. Front St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com Horizons opens at New Elements Gallery on Fourth Friday, July 28, 2017 with a celebratory reception from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. This exhibit features new work from internationally recognized Plein Air painter Priscilla Long Whitlock. Whitlock is often inspired by local landscapes, especially the drama of marshes as they change with the ebb and flow of the tides. On view until August 19.

PEACOCK FINE ART

224 S. Water St. #1A • (910) 254-4536 Monday through Sunday, noon - 6 p.m. www.peacocksfineart.com.

Adjacent to the River to Sea gallery, Features paintings by Wilmington based plein air painter Jim Bettendorf. Local scenes of Wilmington and surrounding areas cover the walls. Original oil paintings and a selection of giclée prints available for purchase. Open daily from noon to six.

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.

ally known artists.

Now on exhibit: “Take a Little Coast Home With You,” a collection of small coastal-themed paintings, designed for easy transport home.

Runs from August 1 through Sept. 9; features original works by 24 artists who have been invited to participate in the special event. Reception to meet artists on Thurs., Aug. 3, 5-7 p.m.

SUNSET RIVER MARKETPLACE

200 Hanover St. (bottom level, parking deck) Mon.-Fri., noon-5pm http://cfcc.edu/blogs/wilmagallery Wilma Daniels Gallery will feature Grey Pascal’s Vital Archives installation. Pascal’s floating pieces, made from recycled plastic materials, attract the eye and give the onlooker a sense of warmth and curiosity, while his work with distorted audio and visual displays creates an eerie, yet familiar, image of our own lives and experiences. Pascal is known for his large and intriguing installations and his performance pieces that engage and astound audiences. Vital Archives continues this tradition. Pascal will give a live performance Friday, July 28.

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 Mon.- Sat. 10am - 5pm www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com Sunset River Marketplace showcases work by approximately 150 North and South Carolina artists, and houses some 10,000 square feet of oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, mixed media, art glass, fabric art, pottery, sculpture, turned and carved wood and artisan-created jewelry. There are two onsite kilns and four wheels used by students in the ongoing pottery classes offered by the gallery. A custom framing department is available. There are realistic and abstract art classes as well as workshops by nationally and region-

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

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RIVER TO SEA GALLERY

225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) (910) 763-3380 Tues.- Sat. 11am - 5pm; Sun. 1- 4pm River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of

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DELIGHTFULLY DARK:

TheatreNOW serves up ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ with biting delight

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BY: SHEA CARVER

scar Wilde’s one and only novel, “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” is many things to a reader: a hedonistic display of love versus passion versus art; a philosophical rendering about the human experience; an indepth psychological look at the cost of morality; and a testament to the power of a muse. It showcases the lengths people will go to satiate their innermost desires and maintain or break loyalties. Considering it was published in 1891 and heavily dealt with homosexuality, the controversy it provoked in Victorian England was unprecedented, to some degree. However, Wilde defended his work as an artist, and his famous preface has become hailed by many, especially in its criticism of critics.

Mostly known for his famed plays, like “The Importance of Being Earnest” and “Lady Windemere’s Fan,” it’s appropriate for “Dorian Gray” to be turned into a play as well and face the critics once again. The version TheatreNOW is hosting, adapted by Roberto AguirreSacasa, keeps the debauchery of Wilde’s words but moves the story into 1990 London, where a group of friends are coming of age at university. A dashing Dorian Gray is the muse for fledgling artist and pal Basil Hallward, who secretly is in love with Dorian. Basil has produced a portrait of Dorian that “makes the old seem new again,” according to their pal, Harry, who is hosting an art show at a warehouse and wants to include the portrait. Harry’s girlfriend and resident snarkstar, Vicky, attends the show, along with their savage friend, Alan, and Dorian’s new actress-of-a-girlfriend, Sybil.

The art show is a success, with all work selling except the portrait, to which Dorian—quite enamoured by it himself—keeps. Along the way, he has made a wish to forever maintain his youth and dapper looks, and circumvent the vile process of aging, disease and death.

In essence, he sells his soul to the devil, and thus our protagonist/antagonist becomes a supernatural serial killer.

Aguirre-Sacasa’s script makes Wilde’s words quite accessible to a younger generation of readers who, in their 140-character tweets and shortened attention span of newsgathering, may not give it a chance in book form—even if it’s only around 300 pages.

Though not terribly hard to follow in dialogue, the Faustian tale certainly can get heavy philosophically—but no more than taking PHI 101.

Aguirre-Sacasa knows pop culture well, considering his writing credentials include Marvel Comics and television series like “Glee” and

“Big Love”; currently, he oversees the creative department at Archie Comics. He understands exchanges of quippy, youthful interaction; the phrase “mercy fuck” even makes an appearance (which, dare I presume, Wilde would likely approve of today). I like Aguirre-Sacasa’s choice to move the setting out oft he 19th century. Personally, having attended college in the ‘90s, I found it delightful reliving moments of raves in church basements and listening to Marcy Playground’s “Sex and Candy” during dinner intermission—the latter a nice touch from director David Heck who curated our meals in between scenes to ‘90s rock/pop.

Where some of the play goes awry is in its length, but maybe that’s because, when set to dinner theatre, there are two intermissions for the audience to eat. The final act seemingly lasts longer than the first two and can weigh itself down with Dorian’s friends browbeating him to find a greater moral compass. However, having attended numerous shows at TheatreNOW, I’ll take this one’s length, depth and cheeky humor any time over mildly funny and predictable plotlines. “The Picture of Dorian Gray” is easily in the top three shows I’ve seen at TheatreNOW because the work has more breadth, and the cast does a good job with the heavy-handed material.

Grant Hedrick as Dorian has a soft, subtleness to his looks, which are reminiscent of Hugh Grant. It’s befitting, seeing as he is a villainous playboy. Hedrick has a calm demeanor about his Dorian, which makes the charm of a serial killer feel palpable. Even when he transforms into a hustling grifter and maniac, he possesses a subdued rage that is terrifying in its lack of conscientiousness. The only problem comes in the end, when we see his transformation back: There is little discernment between the two extremes of his personality— good versus evil—so after all is said and done, he feels a bit one-note. But maybe those are the scariest kinds of people—when we can’t tell if they really are one or the other.

A few members of the cast take on multiple roles in the show, including Kai Knight, who plays the no-holds-barred Alan and the silent-violent James. Alan is a biochemist who attends art shows for only two reasons: boozing and whoring. He loves alcohol and women and he doesn’t mind showing it. Knight has a barbaric delivery perfect for capping off Alan as a narcissistic asshole; yet, the wryness of his style and cadence gives him suave that makes him appealing. We know he isn’t inherently bad, just misled. When Knight becomes Sybil’s brother, James, who is clearly reti-

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CARRYING THE SCRIPT: The cast of ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ provide a dark yet fulfilling night out at the theatre. Photo by David Heck.

cent but with a temper that will billow fast, the scope of Knight’s talent is immediately apparent. He is wonderful and captivating every time he is onstage.

Matching him is Kendall Walker, who plays Sybil and Karen. As Sybil, Walker is delightful in her eager flirtation and willingness to please.

Newfound relationships do that to women, and her gah-gah eyes for Dorian are doey enough to get lost in. When he breaks her heart, her disbelief is great, in that Walker doesn’t emote as an American drama queen would, but in the British way of barely shedding a tear—something she’s even proud of. When Walker transforms into a 17-year-old wannabe actress in LA.. toward the end of the show, she nails the apathy of youngsters doing anything to be famous, all with lack of integrity that can face off to the depth of Dorian’s evil.

Jay Zadeh as Harry is a nice blend of optimistic naiveté and misappropriated confidence—wherein very little is of importance to him except what he wants to do and see and be with. Harry is likable, sometimes offensive in his selfishness—like when he brags for cheating on Vicky because he can get away with it.

Together with Kat Rosner on his arm, they’re a perfect pair. Rosner’s Vicky—“Frosty Vicky,” as Alan calls her—would be my friend in real life. She’s enough combination of honey and vinegar to fill out a flavor profile to near perfection. I love her animation backed by sarcasm.

Chandler Burns as Basil brings fury and fervor to the tortured and starving artist role.

While necessitated in the character—after all, he is vying for love that will never happen— sometimes it’s just over-the-top. Derek West succeeds in his three side roles as senator, de-

tective and Theo, along with Julia Jansen who does double duty as Christina and a girl on the train. Sometimes, in the small amount of time they are onstage, they’re inaudible. Maybe it’s because of a few rowdy moments with dishes banging and scraping, and folks chewing, and general sounds of dinner theatre, which audiences and actors must take into consideration.

But Chef Denise Gordon’s carrot flan puts the delight in dinner theatre to a tee, so never are there regrets.

First off, I am not a flan lover as a dessert.

But savory flan? Bring. It. On. I could eat Gordon’s dish daily, it is so decadent. Smooth, creamy, rich, and slightly sweet, topped with toasted buckwheat, the textures and flavors are spot on. (I loved it so much, I asked my waiter for the recipe, to which Gordon obliged!) The chicken Wellington is a rich bite of flavorful duck pâté and earthy truffle sauce that tastes great though it doesn’t moisten the dry chicken; it’s wrapped in a sweet, buttery puff pastry. The seafood duo scores one for two, with the shrimp and lobster eclair topping out over a dry and overcooked coconut-crusted tuna. The chocolate torte sweetens the ending, despite some of the most gruesome scenes unfolding onstage.

Director Heck and the cast has done a good job in bringing this dark rendering of “The Picture of Dorian Gray” to Wilmington audiences.

Chef Denise Gordon counterbalances it all sweetly with biting delight.

DETAILS:

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Through August 26, Fri. and Sat. only; doors at 6 p.m.; show at 7 p.m.

Tickets: $18-$42 TheatreNOW • 19 S. 10 St. www.theatrewilmington.com

ARTS>>THEATRE

TIMELY THEATRE:

Ray Kennedy returns to Thalian to direct ‘South Pacific’

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and Ezio Pinza, but certainly has been sung beautifully by many. Kendra Goehring Garrett and Robin Dale Robertson are both great singers, and they make the songs their own.

And “Bali Hai”? What a melody; Mirla Criste Thompson as Bloody Mary is perfection.

BY: SHEA CARVER

ay Kennedy has been directing shows for Opera House Theatre Company for a good three decades. In those years he has overseen at least 30 productions.

Even more impressive: He does so remotely, as of the past seven years.

e: Tell me a little more about your cast.

RK: Mirla grew up literally backstage on the national tours of “South Pacific,” as her mother performed as Bloody Mary. She brings a real sense of honesty along with the comedy to the character.

In 2010 Kennedy moved to NYC, after working on cruise-ship productions and spending a lot of time in Wilmington. He realized once up north, a piece was missing from his life that he couldn’t shake.

Kendra and I have worked together on three Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals; I think she was born to be Nellie.

“Thalian Hall,” he says. “My real Wilmington home. When I first moved back to NYC, I missed that theater so much. I guess I had taken for granted I am privileged to direct in one of the most glorious theaters in the country.”

The second piece of his homesick blues came from the creative cast and crews he worked with through Opera House Theatre Company. Founder Lou Criscuolo—who passed away in 2014—and now creative director/producer Alice Sherwood figured out a way to work within Kennedy’s schedule so he could continue making the trek north to south and fulfill his stage dreams.

“The talent, onstage and off, and the constant is my creative team—Terry [Collins], Dallas [Lafon], Lorene [Walsh], Juli [Harvey], Selena [Harvey,] Debbie [Sheu], Alice [Sherwood]. We work well together and speak the same language,” Kennedy praises.

This week the director and his team will open the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical “South Pacific.” Despite delayed flights and airline nightmares, Kennedy has embraced the opportunity since it’s one he has looked forward to for a while. “I have waited patiently (not!) for this chance,” he quips. “It is my first time directing it, and I could not do it without my assistant director, Jason Aycock, and musical director, Lorene Walsh. And, of course, Alice—we text constantly, day and night.”

We spoke with Kennedy about the show and its timely message against racism 70some years after its debut. encore (e): When were you first exposed to “South Pacific” and how did it affect you as a theatergoer?

Ray Kennedy (RK): As a child, my mother had an album that had someone singing “Some Enchanted Evening.” Even with young ears, I knew it was a great song. And later, when I heard the cast album, I loved all the

John Callison, who is a professional opera singer in NYC but has Wilmington roots, is Lt. Cable. The most beautiful young woman from Wilmington, Sydney Jones, is playing Liat.

STAGE ANTICS: Jason Aycock and Mirla Criste Thompson will perform in ‘South Pacific,’ opening Wednesday at Thalian Hall. Photo by EJM Photography

music. Every single song. I think “South Pacific” is Rodgers and Hammerstein’s best musical—and that is saying a lot. e: Has the show taken on new meaning for you since that first impression?

RK: As I grew older, I realized how bold and progressive they were to tackle racism in 1948. This was years before the civil rights movement, and they were unapologetic to some of the backlash they got about the theme of the show. e: In fact, when the show first launched in the late ‘40s, heavy criticism came from the South. Do you find it could spark as much controversy today?

RK: When the national tours started across the country, many productions in the South asked that Leuitenant Cable’s second-act number, “You Have to Be Carefully Taught”— which is a sarcastic comment on learned racism—be cut from the show. Rodgers and Hammerstein said, “Absolutely not! You get the whole show or no show.” While today I am so sad about the climate of intolerance in many sections of our world, I am not sure “South Pacific” causes controversy anymore.

But I do think it causes one to think: Why have we not moved forward farther.

And last week, with the [president’s tweet about] the ban on transgendered service men

and women, it is so “right” to still beshowing in August 2017. e: Do you think musical theatre helps toward fights for social justice?

RK: Absolutely. This show does not just have a story of dealing with racism but also societal issues. Lt. Cable came from a mainline Philadelphia family and feels he cannot take Liat, a Polynesian young woman he loves, home to his family. It makes the audience think of what is “acceptable.”

One great thing about 2017 is the younger generation seems to not care about all those antiquated “rules”; they accept people as people. e: What will this world look like?

RK: Terry Collins has a great open vision for creating the allure of the South Pacific. Dallas Lafon is the lighting designer and understands what I want—sometimes, before I even speak.

Debbie Scheu is the costume designer and a military spouse of a Naval Academy grad. Her daughter is married to a US Marine, so you can believe the costumes will be exactly right. e: What are some of your favorite songs in “South Pacific?”

RK: The orchestrations are so lush and beautiful, and we have a nice sized orchestra under the direction of Lorene Walsh. Rodgers and Hammerstein have such a way with beautiful melodies. I just love “Some Enchanted Evening” and everything Nellie sings.

The music was specifically written for [the original Broadway performers] Mary Martin

Robin—who plays Emile Debecque—and I went to university together but I have only directed him once in “Grey Gardens.”

Jason Aycock is also in the show as a younger version of the traditional Billis. It works well with Nellie, and they are great doing the famous number “Honey Bun.” e: Are you tackling the show traditionally? Or are there any updates you’re doing with the show that maybe haven’t been done before?

RK: I feel strongly this is a traditional show.

When I directed “Carousel,” I set it in the Depression era, which I thought was a strong and different statement. But not for this show.

It is based on [Pulitzer Prize-winning James A.] Michener’s “Tales of the South Pacific.” So it has to be 1940s, the Second World War and the mindset of that time.

I did a lot of research on Little Rock, Arkansas (where Nellie is from), to understand her world—how it influenced her thinking. She is not a “hick” (as she says she is) but “country club Little Rock, educated and strong willed.”

Remember, Army nurses were not drafted; they signed up and chose to join the war effort.

DETAILS:

South Pacific

Aug. 2-6, 11-13, 18-20, 8 p.m.; Sundays, 3 p.m.

Thalian Hall 310 Chestnut St. Tickets: $32 www.thalianhall.com

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ARTS>>FILM

DON’T BOTHER:

‘Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets’ belongs in a vat of acid, not onscreen BY: ANGHUS

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’ve seen some bad movies this year. Two could easily be debated as the worst films of the 21st century. For the record, those would be Tom Cruise’s baffling disaster “The Mummy” and the painfully unfunny comedy “Rough Night” with Scarlet Johansson. They were so terrible it’s a wonder just how so many creative and cinematic experts could allow something that awful to be released into theaters. Surely, someone knew the films were hot garbage—only to be released under financial obligations. I am sure they hoped to sell enough tickets before people realized they were being scammed. Well, folks, the new Luc Besson film, “Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets,” makes “The Mummy” and “Rough Night” look like a pleasant walk through a field of lilacs.

My average review comes in at about 750 words—maybe more if a film really elicits a reaction, maybe less if I’m struggling to find any positive or negative enthusiasm.

I’m not sure if encore has a high-enough page count to contain all the hate I have for this overblown, wretched piece of flaming, bedazzled excrement. What’s so troubling about my feelings is the hilarious level of interest I had in seeing this movie before it came out.

I love Luc Besson. “The Professional” is on my list of top 10 movies of all time. Yes, I unabashedly love it and have seen it easily over 30 times. Besson is a filmmaker who has made some interesting movies during his career, including the action classic “La Femme Nikita” and the corny, ridiculously fun “The Fifth Element.” Not everything he touches turns to gold. He’s made less-thanstellar movies, like “The Messenger” and “Lucy.” More often than not, though, he’s interesting and has a distinct style. When I heard he was heading back into the world of science fiction, I was excited.

The results are mind-blowing, in the worst way possible. I’ll try to tackle the issues in order of importance. First up, the casting. I

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CASTING ABOMINATIONS: Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne do nothing for the bad writing in ‘Valerian.’ Photo credit: EuropaCorps Films

can’t remember a movie so completely decimated by awful thespians. Dane DeHaan might be the most unlikable leading man I’ve ever seen in a movie. It’s like someone took Keanu Reeves and ran him through a strainer, rinsing away charisma and personality. Think of an evolutionary chart: If Keanu Reeves is on the right, representing the modern stoic blockbuster-leading mean, Dane DeHaan would be on the other side as the hunched-over devolved version.

Channing Tatum and Paul Walker would be somewhere between the two. Basically, Dane DeHaan is the homo erectus of the movie-star world. His expressions are awkward, and his line delivery is so free of energy, every sentence he utters sounds like it’s coming from someone who just finished a marathon. His co-star, Cara Delevingne, isn’t going to win any acting awards either, but she at least gave effort to craft some kind of performance.

The writing doesn’t help either of them, either, as they are forced to deliver one cringeworthy line after the next. The script sounds like it was written by a 10-year-old after freebasing a case of pixie sticks and Pepsi. And that almost seems insulting to 10-year-olds who have produced far more engaging videos than any 5 minutes of “Valerian.”

The plot involves a giant city, housing all races of the universe. Something is threatening the existence of this universal version of Epcot and only Valerian (DeHaan) and Lauralene (Delevingne) can prevent impending destruction. Besson provides a lot of eye-popping visuals, but the characters within the story are bad. The idea of

creating this beautiful cinematic world where anything can happen, and then plopping two boring cardboard cutouts as tour guides, feels more wasted than a vat of bacon fat at a vegan food festival.

At about the halfway mark, stunned by the malaise of insipid nonsense to which I was being subjected—and just when I thought it couldn’t get any worse—Rhianna shows up. And that’s when things get knocked into 12th gear. Rihanna’s brief 15 minutes in the movie may be the worst portrayal of anything ever in any performance medium since cavemen did shadow puppets on cave walls. She’s a Shop-Vac, sucking in what little energy the movie has and deposits it into a septic tank of cinematic history. Her performance in “Valerian” is like the video from “The Ring.” I’m convinced in six more days Rhianna is going to crawl out of my television and eat my soul.

Do not go see “Valerian.” Do not rent it when it comes out on Redbox in six weeks—or watch it once it becomes available on a streaming service. I wish I had one of those neuralizers from “Men in Black” to erase any and all memory of this movie, but only after tracking down every digital file of the film and pouring acid on the servers that house it.

DETAILS:

Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets Rated PG-13 Directed by Luc Besson Starring Dane DeHaan, Cara Delevingne, Clive Owen

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■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day

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

zen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com RISE Serving up the best dang biscuits and donuts in Wilmington, Rise is not any typical breakfast spot.

Our donut menu includes an assortment of ‘old school, new school, and our school’ flavors; and our buttery, flaky biscuits filled with country ham, bacon, sausage, fried chicken, and fried eggplant “bacon” are crave-worthy. Lunch is on the Rise with our new chicken sandwiches on potato rolls and fresh salads. 1319 Military Cutoff Rd. (910) 239-9566 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.- Sun. 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: http://risebiscuitsdonuts.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, pork smoked sausage (Carolina Packer), Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie.

Recognized as having the Best Hot Dog in the Best of Wilmington Awards in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or check out our website at www.trollystophotdogs.com. Catering available, now a large portion of our business. All prices include tax. Call

419 S COLLEGE RD #35, WILMINGTON

Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wilmington, Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921 Southport (910) 457-7017 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

ASIAN GENKI SUSHI Welcome to Genki Sushi, an inviting and unique dining experience in the heart of Wilmington. We serve the freshest, most authentic sushi and traditional Japanese favorites. In the mood for sushi and authentic Japanese food? Look no further then Genki Sushi. From fresh nigiri to custom rolls, everything is homemade, including all of our sauces. We look forward to meeting each and every one of you and can’t wait for you to try our delicious Japanese cuisine. You can make a reservation through OpenTable (you must have a reservation for Friday and Saturday nights), or just walk in during our open hours Sunday through Thursday. At Genki, everyone is welcome! 4724 New Centre Dr. #5, Wilmington. (910) 796-8687.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Closed Monday, Tues-Sat 11:30a.m. - 2:00p.m.

5:00p.m. - 9:30, Sunday 5p.m. - 9p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www. genkisushiwilmington.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 NIKKI’S FRESH GOURMET For more than a decade, Nikki’s downtown has served diners the best in sushi. With freshly crafted ingredients making up their rolls, sushi and sashimi, a taste of innovation comes with every order. Daily they offer specialty rolls specific to the Front Street location, such as the My Yoshi, K-Town and Crunchy Eel rolls. But for less adventurous diners looking for options beyond sushi,

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Nikki’s serves an array of sandwiches, wraps and gyros, too. They also make it a point to host all dietary needs, omnivores, carnivores and herbivores alike. They have burgers and cheesesteaks, as well as falafal pitas and veggie wraps, as well as an extensive Japanese fare menu, such as bento boxes and tempura platters. Daily dessert and drink special are also on order. Check out their website and Facebook for more information. 16 S. Front St. (910) 771-9151.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs., 11am-10pm; Fri.-Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 12pm10pm. Last call on food 15 minutes before closing.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.nikkissushibar.com/ OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE We have reinvented “Hibachi cuisine.” Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse is like no other.

Our highly skilled chefs cook an incredible dinner while entertaining you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. We are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure we serve only the finest food products. We believe good, healthy food aids vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of steak, seafood, and chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill.” We also serve tastebud-tingling Japanese sushi, hand rolls, sashimi, tempura dishes, and noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Our all-you-can-eat sushie menu and daily specials can be found at www.okamisteakhouse.com! 614 S College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs., 11am-2:30pm / 4-10pm; Fri., 11am-2:30pm / 4pm11pm; Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 11am-9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com SZECHUAN 132 Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

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

BAGELS BEACH BAGELS Beach Bagels is “the” favorite spot for breakfast and lunch in Wilmington. Get a taste of a New York-style bagel by the beach. We make our bagels the traditional way: kettle-boiled then baked and always made with love. Enjoy something simple like a traditional BLT, or spice it up and try our AnnieWB: turkey breast, bacon, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, mayo, onions, and jalapeños. Not in the mood for a bagel? Don’t worry, we have ciabatta bread, croissants, kaiser rolls, biscuits, and wraps.

Whatever you’re looking for, we have you covered.

Don’t forget to make your lunch sandwich a combo for only $1.50,. and get a small drink, potato salad or chips and a pickle spear. Come see us at 5906 Oleander Drive or 7220 Wrightsville Avenue— right before the drawbridge on the way to beautiful Wrightsville Beach.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Homemade bagels, biscuits, croissants, sandwiches, and more!

■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/Beach-Bagels-301865953202309/

BREWPUB BILL’S FRONT PORCH Welcome to Bill’s Front Porch Brewery & Restaurant, where you’ll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere.

We’re passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff. Our commitment to support the communities in which we do business goes to the heart of what differentiates Bill’s Front Porch from other restaurants. But it is because of you, our guests, that we have been able to make this all happen. 4238 Market St. 4-10 Mon-Wed; 4-11 Thurs; 11-11 Fri-Sat; 12-10 Sun. 910-762-6333 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown/Market St. ■ FEATURING: Homemade craft beer, bar food and entrees.

■ WEBSITE: www.billsfrontporch.com

CARIBBEAN

JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE Tucked in the U-shape of University Landing, a block from UNCW is Wilmington’s fave Caribbean restaurant, serving diners for over nine years.

Family-owned and -operated, Jamaica’s Comfort Zone provides a relaxing atmosphere along with a blend of Caribbean delights. Our guests have graced us with numerous compliments over the years: “explosive Caribbean culinary experience”; “every year we are here on vacation—you are our first stop”; “flavors just dance in my mouth.”

From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as Brownstew chicken, curry goat, oxtail, and jerk pork, our selections also include many vegetarian and select seafood options. Student meal options are $6.99, and catering options are available. University Landing, 417 S. College Road, Wilmington SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Sat., 11:45am-9pm. Closed Sun. and Mon. NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net, and follow us on Facebook or Twitter

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 ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

ANTONIO’S Serving fresh, homemade Italian fare in midtown and south Wilmington, Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta is a family-owned restaurant which serves New York style pizza and pasta. From daily specials during lunch and dinner to a friendly waitstaff ensuring a top-notch experience, whether dining in, taking out or getting delivery, to generous portions, the Antonio’s experience is an unforgettable one. Serving subs, salads, pizza by the slice or pie, pasta, and more, dine-in, take-out and delivery! 3501 Oleander Dr., #2, and 5120 S. College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.)

■ NEIGHBORHOOD DELIVERY OFFERED: Monkey Junction and near Independence Mall ■ WEBSITE: www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com FAT TONY’S ITALIAN PUB Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel.

Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% dis-

count 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 am-10 pm; Fri.-Sat., 11 am-Midnight; Sun., 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 highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 2519444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

■ FEATURING: Largest tequila selection in town!

■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

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 every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenfield Lake/Downtown South ■ FEATURING: Homemade soups, desserts and breads, free open wifi, new enlarged patio area, and big screen TVs at the bar featuring major soccer matches worldwide.

■ WEBSITE: www.harpwilmington.com

ITALIAN

24 BEERS ON DRAFT & OVER 100 BOTTLED 20 TVS WITH ALL MAJOR SPORTS PACKAGES PROUDLY FEATURING BOAR’S HEAD MEATS

Full menu until 2 a.m., 7 days a week Locally owned and operated • Call for carry-out

5046 New Centre Drive | Wilmington, NC 28403

(910) 859-7374

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

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

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

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

MEXICAN EL CERRO GRANDE In January, El Cerro Grande will celebrate 25 years serving authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine to the greater Wilmington area. With an ever-evolving menu, they have introduced eight new exclusive soft tacos as part of Taco Fiesta!

They churn out mouth-watering enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, chef specialties, and more, in a colorfully inviting dining room marked by a friendly staff and attention to detail. Check out El Cerro’s daily drink and food specials at their three different locations, including $3.50 margaritas on Tuesdays off Military Road, on Wednesdays at 341 S. College Road, and on Thursdays at 5120 S.

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

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

■ LOCATIONS: 341 S. College Rd., 910-7930035; 5120 S. College Rd., 910-790-8727; 1051 Military Cutoff Rd., 910-679-4209 ■ WEBSITE: www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com LA COSTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT With three locations to serve Wilmingtonians, La Costa is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m with lunch specials. Their full dinner menu (from 3 p.m. on) offers the best in Mexican cuisine across the city. From top-sellers, like fajitas, quesadillas and burritos, to chef’s specialty items, like molcajete or borrego, a taste of familiar and exotic can be enjoyed. All of La Costa’s pico de gallo, guacamole, salsas, chile-chipotle, enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily. Add to it a 16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.95 on Mondays and Tuesdays at all locations, and every meal is complete. Serving the Port City since1996, folks can dine indoors at the Oleander and both Market Street locations, or dine alfresco at both Market Street locations. 3617 Market St.; 8024 Unit 1 Market St.; 5622 Oleander Dr. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs until 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. until 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

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

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ORGANIC LOVEY’S NATURAL FOODS & CAFÉ Lovey’s Natural Foods & Café is a true blessing for shoppers looking for organic and natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a veggie burger, hamburger or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar—which has cold, organic salads and hot selections—can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of delicious juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and 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: North Wilmington in the Landfall Shopping Center ■ FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com

SEAFOOD CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD COMPANY Founded in 2008 by Evans and Nikki Trawick, Cape Fear Seafood Company has become a local hotspot for the freshest, tastiest seafood in the area. With its growing popularity, the restaurant has expanded from its flagship eatery in Monkey Junction to a second location in Porter’s Neck, and coming soon in 2017, their third location in Waterford in Leland. “We are a dedicated group of individuals working together as a team to serve spectacular food, wine and spirits in a relaxed and casual setting,” restaurateur Evans Trawick says.

“At CFSC every dish is prepared with attention to detail, quality ingredients and excellent flavors.

Our staff strives to accommodate guests with a sense of urgency and an abundance of southern hospitality.” Cape Fear Seafood Company has been recognized by encore magazine for best seafood in 2015, as well as by Wilmington Magazine in 2015 and 2016, and Star News from 2013 through 2016. Monkey Junction: 5226 S. College Road Suite 5, 910-799-7077. Porter’s Neck: 140 Hays Lane #140, 910-681-1140. Waterford: 143 Poole Rd., Leland, NC 28451 ■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER: 11:30am-

4pm daily; Mon.-Thurs.., 4pm-9pm; Fri.-Sat., 4pm10pm; Sun., 4pm-8:30pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, north Wilmington and Leland ■ WESBITE: www.capefearseafoodcompany.com 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) Handcrafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-7993847.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net 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 events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH: Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dine on renovated Crystal Pier.

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks. Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910-3430200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday ■ WEBSITE: www.pilothouserest.com SHUCKIN’ SHACK Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-4587380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-8338622). The Shack is 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 and check out the Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Carolina Beach Hours: Mon-Sat: 11am-2am; Sun: Noon-2am, Historic Wilmington: Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm; FriSat: 11am-Midnight ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on Facebook!

■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com

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.

■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com

THE PILOT HOUSE The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s pre- RX RESTAURANT & BAR mier seafood and steak house with a touch of the Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx RestauSouth. We specialize in local seafood and produce. rant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up

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

■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; Fri-Sat, 5-10:30pm; Sun., 10am-3pm and 5-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com PEMBROKE’S A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant.

Pembroke’s focuses on the same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce. They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds. 1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-2399153.

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■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com JAX 5TH AVE. DELI & ALE HOUSE Locally owned and operated, Jax offers a laidback atmosphere, welcoming foodies, sports fans, and craft beer enthusiasts alike. We provide a full eclectic menu of quality Boar’s Head sliced meat and cheeses, and feature unique items like our smoked salmon deviled egg, a legendary Italian sandwich, and famous pita pizzas that bake up lite and crispy. 20 HDTVs feature premium sports packaging for all the games! Supporting local craft breweries with 24 drafts and over 100 different bottles and cans, enjoy it all inside the shiny silver building or outside on the dog-friendly patio at 5046 New Centre Dr. Carry out: 910-859-7374.

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EXTRA>>BOOKS

CARPE LIBRUM:

Nostalgic road trips from ‘The Summer of Love’ to ‘The Land of Oz’

“The Summer of Love: Haight-Ashbury at Its Highest” ilmington’s literary community Celestial Arts, 1980, pgs. 176 keeps gaining accolades (two By Gene Anthony

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National Book Awards nominees in 2015) and attention in the press. With multiple established publishers in the state (Algonquin, John F. Blair) and new smaller presses gaining traction (Eno, Bull City), it is timely to shine a light on discussions around literature, publishing and the importance of communicating a truthful story in our present world.

Welcome to Carpe Librum, encore’s biweekly book column, wherein I will dissect a current title with an old book—because literature does not exist in a vacuum but emerges to participate in a larger, cultural conversation. I will feature many NC writers; however, the hope is to place the discussion in a larger context and therefore examine works around the world.

“The Land of Oz” Arcadia Press, 2016, pgs. 95

By Tim Hollis

I must be feeling very nostalgic lately. I know I am. Maybe it’s the heat. All the reading I am attracted to right now is about escaping into nostalgia of some sort.

I am also actively planning a road trip in my head that I probably will not be able to take until 2019, at the soonest. That trip will take me, among other places, to Haight-Ashbury in San Francisco, then back east, by way of rock ‘n’ roll and hippie glory. “The Summer of Love: Haight-Ashbury at Its Highest” comes from the photo collection of one person, Gene Anthony, as he lived through it. It is

not the well-known images selected to represent the moment by people who lived far away or look back on with a specific narrative in mind. Rather, Anthony walked around with a camera, snapping pictures of the life he led. So, yes, the Grateful Dead are in a lot of them, but The Charlatans and The San Francisco Mime Troupe are as well. In spreads about The Fillmore, the legendary concert hall, Janis Joplin and Big Brother and the Holding Company appear, as well as Grace Slick and Jefferson Airplane. Almost as much space is devoted to artists’ posters of the era and the alternative magazine and early member of the Underground Press Syndicate, The Oracle. It really is a visual and literary journey into the Summer of Love, as experienced by one person who happened to be in the right place at the right time 50 years ago this summer.

Events that got national attention are not really as important to Anthony as those that touched the lives and hearts of people living in the Haight-Ashbury district. Summer Solstice is of importance, but so is The Trips Festival and arrest of Hells Angels at the Love Pageant. Anthony recounts the Angels were so moved by hippies in the crowd passing the hat to raise bail money that they repaid the generosity with a flat-bed trailer, PA system, The Dead, and beer. It is an incredibly personal look at something that has taken on iconic meaning in the American mind. People who weren’t there yearn for it; those of us who weren’t born yet embrace it nonetheless as part of our heritage.

Anthony makes each moment on the page come alive with accompanying text to humanize the people behind the names: Allen Ginsberg, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Timothy Leary. They cease to be symbols and instead become friends with whom readers clown around.

Though Millbrook Mansion was located in Upstate New York, pictures are included in the spread about Leary and his work. The Acid Tests are real and happening around the photographer, as are the soup kitchens feeding of the hoards of homeless kids pouring into the Haight, and the issues around housing. Anthony documents it all with a keen eye for detail and a lot of love. A book about The Summer of Love, most certainly love flows off the page. For me, every page is an ecstatic joy-fueled journey.

Meanwhile, across the country, The Land of Oz theme park was under development

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high atop Beech Mountain, NC. Tim Hollis’ “The Land of Oz”—as part of Arcadia Press Images of Modern America series—chronicles the rise, fall and slow resurrection of the now-defunct theme park (although, it opened a few days last month and will open again Sept. 8-10 for its annual festival, Autumn in Oz). I never visited the Land of Oz while it was open as a theme park full time, back in the ‘70s and ‘80s. (Though, I did rent Dorothy’s house for a weekend stay during a birthday celebration one year—which, yes, folks can do today.) I have been fascinated with it in my adult life, in its defunct state.

The park opened to the public in 1970 and closed after the 1980 season. It suffered a fire, the loss of The Emerald City, and a lot of vandalism over the next few decades. The book is really a wonderful and surprisingly thorough assembly of photography and information about The Land of Oz from conception to present day. It is like visual crack for me. Combining art, literature, theatre, and set in the late ‘60s/early ‘70s. I mean, Dorothy is in a mini skirt and knee-high socks, for crying out loud!

The creativity that went in to the Land of Oz is intoxicating. Not only did one have to marshal the forces to make the park happen, but staff it with performers and get people to drive to the very top of a mountain to willingly experience it. The location is magical; people literally drive into the clouds. And a number of photos capture the misty, ethereal otherworldly quality of the place.

What folks cannot see now is the scope of the original park: a substantial portion of it has been developed into housing around the ski resort. But the book makes the extent of it real, as well as its magic palpable. It manages to celebrate the lost park and make devotees feel connected to something real and substantial. I can literally spend hours drinking in the trippy, fun, kitschy photographs, and fantasize about spending time there.

One of the functions of books is to provide an escape for readers—to show other places and times in ways that create connection.

The summer road trip is a fine American tradition. Though I am working in the Port City, in my mind I am visiting Haight-Ashbury and Land of Oz. While one book spans almost half a century and the other focuses on just one summer, they both capture magic and make readers feel like they are part of the inner circle of guests at a very special party.

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Historical structures find new life | By: Em Wilson & Tyler Perry

THE OLD COKE FACTORY 921 Princess Street

H. JAFFE BUILDING 714 Castle Street

Year Built: 1914-1919

History: This shell housed the Castle Street Furniture Company, run by H. Jaffe and his family for half a century. Before opening the storefront, Jaffe worked as a traveling salesman. The building on Castle is purported to have been a point of interest admist the civil rights movement of the 1970s, specifically concerning the Wilmington 10. The group of activists, who were wrongly accused of a firebombing, attended meetings here. At one point, the building was halfway to being demolished when the city intervened to save it, maintaining the majority of the structure.

Plans: Historic Wilmington Foundation put it on their Wilmington’s Most Threatened Places list for several years over the past decade, but the current owner has no intention of razing it. David Brinkley of Atlantic Coast Construction purchased the property in May 2013. It’s his favorite building in ILM, so much so he has its façade tattooed on his leg. Though there are no concrete plans for the structure, he has quite a few dreams he’d like to see a reality.

“I’d like to put a high-end steak house in there,” he tells—envisioning a brick patio in the back and a glass garage door that allows indoor and outdoor patrons. But his dreams don’t stop there; he has also considered implementing luxury apartments in the space and mentioned using the ample wall space to project films.

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Year Built: 1930s

History: The block where the largest 6,000-square-foot CocaCola warehouse sits today, on Princess and 10th streets, was mainly residential dating up to the first quarter of the 20th century. A map of Wilmington from the 1880s indicates James Sprunt, Wilmington author of “Chronicals of the Cape Fear,” called this block home. The Barrett’s Circus and Menagerie, a travelling circus from the late 19th century, used to set up shop in the little district prior to 1900. From old newspaper clippings, it would appear the travelling show did not keep a very tight hold on its predatory cats, with instances of their jaguars going AWOL, as reported across the East Coast. In 1882 a woman named Harriet Foy reported her son was “taken away with the show,” as he wandered around the block.

The Coca Cola Corporation opened in Wilmington in February of 1904. The StarNews (née Wilmington Morning Star) reported the company was “sparing no expense” in the $5,000 uplift to establish the original headquarters on Walnut Street between 7th and 8th. The operation moved to Princess in 1919 as the company massively expanded into the international conglomerate we know today.

Plans: Owner and developer Jim McFarland has big plans for the property, which spans over three blocks and consists of several warehouses. The front section is slated for two restaurants and an office space. A brewery is opening on the east section of the block.

The plan is to implement a grocery store on the northwest block.

The northeast block will be either residential or parking—perhaps even a parking deck. Construction is slated to begin in the fall.

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GAYLORD BUILDING 226 N. Front Street

Year Built: 1903 History: In 1903 George O. Gaylord opened the Gaylord Department Store and operated it for three decades. But the store was only at the Front Street location for 12 years. After a remodel, adding two stories, Gaylord’s was the biggest department store in the state for quite some time.

Belk Brothers bought the store in October 1915, while owning and operating 12 others across North and South Carolina. Then what generated $2 million in sales continues to operate today with 300 stores and $4 billion in sales. Gaylord retired upon the sale, and the home of largest local selection of mercantile goods in the city was turned over to the Charlotte-based powerhouse we now know as Belk Inc. Plans: Wilmingtonians will recognize the three-story building by its mural-laden façade, painted by the Cape Fear Community College Art Club in 2013. According to Jenna Toomy from Town & Country Real Estate, the firm listing the historic building is an ideal property, since its categorized in the commercial business district, meaning the building could be split up in its uses. “You could put anything in there,” she says. “You can literally do anything. For example, you could have a restaurant on the first floor and apartments on the upper floors.”

ELKS TEMPLE BUILDING 255 N. Front Street

Year Built: 1902

History: Named after the famed fraternal organization, the Elks Temple Building used to have a large copper elk’s head hanging over its windows to welcome members. A report from The Wilmington Messenger in October 1900 indicated the organization would “hoist” novices to the organization up on the antlers of the elk, in order for the newcomer to be “inducted into the mysteries of the antlered tribe.”

Today, the copper antlers are no more.

The basement of the building was home to yours truly, encore, in the early 1990s, but later on in the decade it moved out of the dark and into the space behind the bay windows on the second floor of The Soapbox.The Soapbox Laundro-Lounge—ILM’s hailed live music venue and, yes, laundromat—occupied the building from 2001 to 2013. Editor-inChief Shea Carver recalls listening to Outkast rehearse for their 2004 VMA performance through the walls of the building.

“It was right as they released the ‘Speakerboxxx/Love Below’ album,” she says, “and it was the soundtrack to putting encore together weekly for a while.”

Today, the building awaits to serve up some waffles.

Plans: Will it be a Waffle House? Well, it was originally planned as an all-hours diner, but such plans have been delayed. The commercial MLS states the restaurant has been “fighting and is now winning the permitting process with the City,” and they are “gearing up for interior uplifting of the space.”

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SCOOTER BUILDING 511 N. Third Street

Year Built: 1900 History: The one-story stuccoed building was home to the Pickard Bleecker Automobile Company before its official dissolution in 1914. R. F. Fields of the Ford Automotive Company bought it and continued operating it as an automobile dealership for many years. Eventually, it was the site of the Allen Feed Store & Supply and even a hardware store for a time. Cape Fear Community College tried to condemn the property but the owner, Pat Delair, pushed to save it. Delair served on city council from 2006 to 2007. After passing away from a vigilant battle with cancer, the building was put up for sale.

Plans: Though the online listing advertisement mentions it as a great space for a craft brewery, the buyer did not disclose intentions for the property upon inquiry. The building is currently under contract.

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MILLS GROCERY STORE 522 S. Third Street

Year Built: 1948 History: According to listing agent John Hinnant, the onestory brick commercial building originally served as Mills Grocery Store. The large-plate glass display windows have made the storefront an ideal home for commercial businesses over the years, including the grocery, an antique shop and a florist.

The building was home to Herritage Equipment Company in 1976.

Plans: The property was put on the market in late June, and Hinnant says it was under contract within a week. Hinnant teases readers with great things to come.

“People will be very excited once they realize who the buyer is,” he tells. Though he cannot disclose more on the subject, he does reveal the buyers have “big plans” for the old grocery store.

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MONTGOMERY GROCERY 523 S. Third Street

BANK OF AMERICA BUILDING 155 N. Front Street

Year Built: 1897 History: The one-story, front-gable building was owned and operated by J.P. Montgomery from 1897 to 1904, who had to rebuild the structure in 1897 because of a fire.

Travis Gilbert of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society pointed out the structure on the 1915 Sandborn fire insurance maps—which are detailed guides for the city to know which buildings were susceptible to fires, and how the structures were outfitted with pipes. The map, housed in the archives of the society’s Latimer House headquarters, shows the structure surrounded by a square outline that extends onto the street. According to Gilbert, it is a common indicator associated with grocery stores, which often had porches or eaves that extended onto the sidewalk.

Plans: The building was purchased by a private citizen in April of 2016. The little house was most recently the home of Projekte Gallery and Lounge, which served as a cozy venue for local artists, with an apartment outfitted in the back of it.

Year Built: 1969 History: A map of the city from 1882 shows the building that stood before its modern replacement was owned by A. Pope, who is mentioned frequently in Wilmington newspapers in the 1880s. Pope served as general passenger agent for the Wilmington, Columbia and Augusta Railroad Company. He communicated train schedules and ticket deals to the people of the city. It is unclear how Pope utilized the building, which is pink on the Sandborn map, meaning passersby would’ve seen a brick building while walking by the site in 1915.

Constructed in 1969, the modernist building served as the downtown location for Bank of America until it moved to its 3rd Street location in 2010.

Plans: The building is currently owned by the Raleigh-based restaurant group LM Restaurants. It was reported the company planned to turn the building into a brewery; however, a representative for LM, Katherine Goldfaden, confirmed no current plans are in place for the property at this time.

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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON

TO-DO CALENDAR

events

ANTIQUES AND TRADE MARKET

First Sat. of Aug., Sept. and Oct., 10am-4pm. Outdoor: $15, every 10x10. Indoor: $20. every 10x10.

Make RSVP today. Food vendors welcome. American Legion Post 167, 16660 Hwy US 17, Hampstead. Download: ncalpost167.org.

ARTISAN MARKET

Historic Downtown Marketplace (Marketplace) each Sunday, 10am-3:30pm through Oct. in Riverfront Park. Local artists bring an amazing shopping experience to downtown Wilmington, right on the water in the heart of downtown with art, music, crafts and more. As the Marketplace continues to

grow, it becomes an economic contributor to the downtown providing locals and tourist alike with a unique shopping option and a valuable downtown experience. Riverfront Park, 5 N. Water St.

KURE BEACH MARKET

Enjoy beautiful ocean views as you shop for locally grown produce and handcrafted goods at the Kure Beach Market. Held throughout summer months on Tues., 8am-1pm at Ocean Front Park, through Aug. 29. 105 Atlantic Ave.

charity/volunteer GATSBY CHARITY EVENT

Aug. 3, 7:30pm: Live music, food, raffles, gangster

auctions, silent auctions and dancing. Featuring Wilmington Big Band, DJ Eddy Baker, Benny Hill on the Sax, Sonic Spectrum & DJ Chris McCullen.

Proceeds got to cancer treatment for Babs McCullen Welker of Babs McDance Social Dance Club & Ballroom. 910-395-5090. St. Thomas Preservation Hall, 208 Dock St.

music/concerts KURE BEACH BOOGIE IN THE PARK

Free concert series at Kure Beach’s Ocean Front Park from 5-7pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of May through October. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the show! Ocean Front Park,

105 Atlantic Ave. DOWNTOWN SUNDOWN

Downtown Sundown Concert Series, presented

by Outdoor Equipped, runs each Friday night through Sept. 1. Free concerts are from 6:30pm to 10pm and feature both local performers and touring bands. Food, beer and wine available for sale.

Outside beverages, food, coolers and dogs are prohibited. Rain or shine, so check Facebook for updates. Riverfront Park, 5 N. Water St.

LELAND SPRING CONCERT SERIES

Thurs., 6:30pm: Leland Municipal Park for our concert series and be prepared to dance! Bring a blanket/lawn chair, beverages and your friends and family! Local food trucks will be on site selling food! No smoking or e-cigarettes are allowed on Town property. Leland Municipal Park, 102 Town Hall Dr.

PAMOJA! BAND

Aug. 3, 6:30pm: CAM Concert at Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington, NC, features the R&B, funk, Latin, jazz, and dance music of the Pamoja!

Band. Led by Michael Hanson, the group includes singers, horns, rhythm section and full percussion.

Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

LIVE MUSIC ON SUNSET CRUISE

A boat ride at sunset on the river! Join us for a 1.5 hour cruise on the Cape Fear River. Sip a drink from our full bar, enjoy the sights, while listening to music by local musicians. Aug. 3, 7pm: Jim Nelson; Aug. 4, 7pm: Ron and Luis; Aug. 5, 7pm: Johanna Winkel; Aug. 6, 7pm: Kim Dicso. $27 per person. Book: 910-338-3134. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

CATHEDRAL VOICES CHORAL CONCERT

Aug. 3, 7:30pm: Please join us for a concert of Great English Cathedral Anthems and Canticles sung by the Saint Paul’s Choir as we depart for a week-long residency at Chichester Cathedral, England. Works by Standford, Stainer, Wood, Hancock and others. Free, but donations accepted. www.facebook.com/events/808812809284109.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St.

theatre/auditions LUMINA FEST: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, “Much Ado About Nothing” is a quick-witted tale of romance, miscommunication and intrigue. A feuding couple are tricked into falling in love while a betrothed couple’s relationship is in jeopardy due to the work of a deceitful rival. It all comes right in the end, but on the way we see some of the best of Shakespeare’s comic characterization and wordplay. As one of our staples in the Lumina Festival of the Arts, the Cultural Arts Building Mainstage Theatre will host five performances of Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing,” with 7:30 p.m. shows each night, July 27, & 29. Tickets: $5-$25. UNCW Cultural Arts Mainstage Theatre, 5270 Randall Dr.

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12 ANGRY MEN

Aug. 3-20, Thurs-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm: In this uniquely American classic, one man refuses to succumb to prejudice so that 12 men can prevent a miscarriage of justice. A character study of the American melting pot and the judicial system that keeps it in check, the action centers on juror 8, who is at first the sole holdout in an 11-1 guilty vote. He sets his sights not on proving the other jurors wrong, but rather on getting them to look at the situation in a clear eyed way not affected by their personal prejudices or biases. Sherman L. Sergel’s adaptation of the Emmy winning television play by Reginald Rose is as relevant today as the original broadcast was in 1957. Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St. $15-$22. www.bigdawgproductions.org.

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film LELAND MOVIE SERIES

ISRAELI SCOUTS FRIENDSHIP CARAVAN

Aug. 3, 7:30pm: The Tzofim (Israel Scouts) Friendship Caravan is a group of Israeli teens who spend their summer traveling across the US, spreading friendship and love for Israel wherever they go!

Each Caravan member is a leader in their Scout chapter in Israel. Caravan performs an interactive Israeli culture show with song, dance and multimedia, that is fun and engaging for people of all ages and backgrounds. Hannah Block Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd St.

MACABARET AUDITIONS

TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. Bring headshot and resume and prepare two contrasting 16 bars each of a comedic song and a torch song. Bring sheet music in appropriate key (an accompanist will be provided), or CD track. All ethnicities encouraged. Macabaret is a song and dance revue filled with macabre humor performed by entertainers from beyond the grave; think “Beetlejuice” putting on a cabaret show. Cast consists of two males and three females who are able to sing different styles of music, hold tight harmonies, and move well. Must provide weekend and evening availability beginning August 28. Performances are Friday and Saturday nights at 10pm Oct. 1328. Auditions are by appointment onl: macabaretauditions@gmail.com.

Aug. 7, 6pm: TheatreNOW announces auditions for the musical revue, Macabaret, directed by Cathy Street. Auditions will be held Mon., Aug. 7, 6-9pm with callbacks Tues., Aug. 8, 6pm, at

Sat. 8:30pm: Join us in the park and watch a family movie under the stars. Bring a blanket, your lawn chairs, a picnic and your family, but please no pets or alcohol. Smoking is prohibited on Town Property. Concessions will be available for purchase. Leland Municipal Park, 102 Town Hall Dr.

MOVIE MONDAY

Beat the heat and catch a free film on selected Monday afternoons this summer at the Northeast Library. Annice Sevett at asevett@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6371. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE

Thurs. 3pm: Catch a free family movie matinee at Main Library! Visit the online calendar at www.

nhclibrary.org for movie title, rating, and length.

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Through Fri., Aug. 4, in Thalian Hall’s Ruth and Bucky Stein Theatre, 7pm; Wed., 4pm. German soldier Stefan Brandt goes on a mission to investigate exiled German Monarch Kaiser Wilhelm II. As Brandt begins to infiltrate the Kaiser’s life in search of clues, he finds himself drawn into an unexpected and passionate romance with Mieke, one of the Kaiser’s maids whom Brandt soon discovers is secretly Jewish. When Heinrich Himmler, head of the SS, decides to come for an unexpected visit with a large platoon of Nazis in tow, the stage is set for a breathtaking showdown, as secrets are revealed, allegiances are tested, and Brandt is forced to make the ultimate choice between honoring his country and following his heart. Stars Christopher Plummer, Lily James, Jai Courtney, and Eddie Marsan. • Aug. 7-9, 7pm (Wed., additional 4pm screening) “Beatriz at Dinner”—Beatriz, an immigrant from a poor town in Mexico, has drawn on her innate kindness to build a career as a health practitioner in Los Angeles. Doug Strutt is a cutthroat, self-satisfied billionaire. When these two opposites meet at a dinner party, their worlds collide and neither will ever be the same. Features Chloë Savigny, Connie Britton, Jay Duplass, John Lithgow, and Salma Hayek. $8. www.thalianhall. com. 301 Chestnut Dr.

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8/4-5, 7pm/9:30pm: Matt White and Friends— Winner of the 2012 Port City Top Comic and 2013 Carolina’s Funniest Comic. His start began In 2005, he founded a comedy organization in college, which later became the foundation for the current comedy scene in Greenville NC. He teaches, produces, & participates in Improv, Stand up, and Sketch comedy shows! He has performed in the Red Clay Comedy Festival, Scruffy City Comedy Festival, Glida’s LaughFest, Boston Comedy Arts Festival, Ventura Comedy Festival; Cape Fear Comedy Festival, & Laugh Your Asheville Off. He has worked with Alonzo Bodden, Tony Woods, Tim Meadows, Jon Reep, Tig Notaro, Rory Scovel, Sean Patton, and many more. $13. 265 North Front St. www.deadcrowcomedy.com

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GRUFF GOAT COMEDY

On the first Wed. ea. month, Gruff Goat Comedy features Three Guest Comics Under a Bridge. No Trolls. Hosted by Blaire Postman. August 2 2017’s line up includes: Louis Bishop (Host, Comedy

B*ngo at Dead Crow; Cape Fear Comedy Festival); Wills Maxwell (Host, “What Did We Miss?”, WWAY); & Timmy Sherrill (“Secrets & Lies” and Winner, Charleston Comedy Festival). Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Lane

dance CAPE FEAR CONTRA DANCERS

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by Box of Chocolates band—fiddle, percussion, guitar, dulcimer, bass, mandolin and more! Dress cool & comfortable, soft-soled shoes. Come solo, with friends or a partner, all ages welcome. 2nd and 4th Tues, 7:30pm. 5th Ave. United Methodist Church, 409 S. 5th Ave.

art MEET LOCAL ARTISTS

Meet working artists, and see their works in progress. Everything from sculptures to fine jewelry in this unique location. Free parking, fun for everyone. Over 45 artist’s works to enjoy. Free, and we participate in the 4th Friday Art Walks, 6-9pm, 4th Fri. ea. mo. theArtWorks, 200 Willard St.

IMAGES OF DISTINCTION RECEPTION

Cape Fear Camera Club and Bellamy Mansion present the 7th Annual Images of Distinction Exhibit. This exhibit is the culmination of our monthly competitions, featuring the top 4% of the juried images. A vast array of subjects, both local and worldwide, are represented including landscapes, wildlife, and architecture.Opening reception: Exhibit on display through August 28. $5 suggested donation to view the exhibit at Bellamy, Tues.Sun., 10am-5pm. 503 Market St

ARTHIVE FEATURED FIVE”

With creative displays and installations, the featured five include: Darren Mulvenna, Gaeten Lowrie Lance Strickland, Brigitte Hunn, Jahde Justad and Nick Mijak with his studio debut! Art Hive Gallery and Studio, 122 S Front St.

CONTROLLED CHAOS

Leland Cultural Arts Center proudly brings a collection of four Wilmington artists in “Controlled Chaos,” featuring Joan Mcloughlin, Francisca Dekker, Gabriel Lovejoy, and Bradley Carter.

Controlled Chaos runs through August 6. Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way

FLORA/FAUNA

Flytrap Brewing presents an exhibition from local self-taught artist Gaeten capturing the boundless inherent beauty within nature. Using his signature pen & ink style, he collages together dreamlike landscapes, waterfalls, wildflowers, butterflies, sea turtles and the like. These alcohol inks result in prismatic stained-glass-like qualities, utilizing brightly colored jewel-tones. Series is the artist’s pacifistic protest to the horrors of pollution, climate change, and other man-made atrocities. On display through August 31. 319 Walnut St.

OCEAN AND EARTH

WHQR presents “Ocean and Earth - Works by Mark Bannerman and Alex Walker.” This show exhibits the work of two artists who find common ground in breathing new life into objects, either natural or man made, which have outlived their original purpose or form. In their hands, these castaways and debris become foundation and/ or elaboration for sculptures and paintings representing life in, on, and above the earth and her oceans. MC Erny Gallery, 254 N. Front St.

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17): See for the first time new acquisitions as well as time-honored favorites in CAM’s permanent collection. Additionally enjoy responses from others in the community to these artworks while adding your thoughts to the conversation. • Private Conversations: Claude Howell (through Aug. 20): Private collectors share their own works by Claude Howell (American, 1915-1997) in this intimate look at select drawings and paintings created over 50 years outlining how Claude found his stylistic “voice”. The star of the show is Howell’s 1950, Back Porch. Come learn its remarkable story.• “From the Fire” (through Aug. 27) feat.

Rick Beck, John Littleton, Pablo Soto and Kate Vogel celebrates the 55th anniversary of the studio glass movement, the influence of Littleton and the current innovative processes in contemporary glass. Landscapes From the Collection: Our relationship to the land has inspired artists for centuries. Ranging from 1855 to 2002 the 14 artworks from CAM’s permanent collection in Landscapes from the collection illustrate the varied styles and lasting influence of nature within the fabric of our shared cultural landscape. • Upcoming: Created

By Light Sept. 15-Feb. 11): Exploring the photography collections of eight North Carolina institutions, the exhibition will examine the evolution of photography highlighting the names of the medium; the connections between the institutions and NC artists working in the medium. • State of the Art/Art of

the State: Drop Off 10am Sat., Sept., 30-Sun., Oct. 1, 10am: CAM GALA October 7 (on view through July 8): Focusing on contemporary art by artists currently living in, or native to, the state of North Carolina. Artists bring a single work of art to be installed in the museum, delivering the work within 24‐hour period from 10 am September 30 to 10 am October 1. No fee. During this timeframe, four curators from North Carolina institutions will be present to greet each artist and talk about their work. The design of this project provides any participating artist equal opportunity to meet a significant curator working in the field of contemporary art today. CAM organized with a visual schematic for reference to the over 600 intensely installed artworks. • CAM Café open and serving delicious menu with full bar, 5pm-9pm. Tues.-Sun., 11am2pm; Thurs. nights, 5pm-9pm 910-395-5999. cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St. WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM

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

STARRING CAPE FEAR

New Hanover County’s Cape Fear Museum is proud to showcase highlights of the region’s film

history with the opening of its newest exhibit, Starring Cape Fear! Visitors can explore the history of the local film and television production industry from the 1980s to the present day. View artifacts from several productions including Firestarter, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dawson’s Creek, One Tree Hill and Tammy. See a cape and the ear from Blue Velvet, an Iron Man 3 mask, and the jet ski beloved by Kenny Powers (Danny McBride) in Eastbound & Down. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. Tues.-Sat., 9am-5pm; Sun.,1-5pm.

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 Mon. at 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child, ages 2-12, and free under age 2. 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634. www.wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE

Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third

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 23-ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St., across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water St. 910-762-1669. 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. Af-

ter the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, it focuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org.

503 Market St. 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/Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. 910-7620570. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

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; 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. playwilmington.org. 116 Orange St., 910-254-3534.

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by Captain Coy T. Plunkett (Zach Hanner). Live music, games, cartoons, short films, and his favorite surf “nuggets.” Dock Street Kids and their always-hungry dog, Dock, solve adventures. Parents can even drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly snacks and drinks available for purchase. Custom birthday packages with a chance to interact with characters and step onstage in the action. Shows: Aug. 19; Halloween, Oct. 28; Christmas, Dec. 16.

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SUMMER POP-UPS

Offered 11am-2pm; free for members or with general admission. Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program.

Summer Pop-ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through play and hands-on learning. Admission is free for members or with general admission. Parental participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with a new theme each week. Free for members or with GA. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

CAM SUMMER CAMPS

Meet Cameron Art Museum’s Summer Art Camp teacher, Sarah Richter, and take part in sample art projects that will be offered at different camps throughout the summer. Great opportunity to learn more about CAM’s summer camp program while having fun and exploring the museum with your family. No pre-registration necessary. Parental supervision required at all times. Admission by donation. CAM, 3201 S. 17th St.

KIDS IN KITCHEN CAMP

Culinary adventure, whipping up a new and tasty creation to add to our very own recipe book! From veggies to desserts, kids are taking over the kitchen! Ages 4-9. Email kking@playwilmington.org.

$125-$150. All camps start at 9 am and end at 1 pm.; early drop off begins at 8:50 am. Kathleen King: 910-254-3534, ext 102 ZUMBA FOR KIDS

Licensed Kids instructor Shirley Melito will teach 45-60 minute Zumba class for kids ages 5-12.

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Space is limited and pre-registration is required: www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6385. Parents are required to sign a safety waiver for each child prior to the start of the class as a precaution.

Meaghan Weiner: mweiner@nhcgov.com. NHC Pleasure Island Library, 1401 N. Lake Blvd.

SKY QUEST

Sky Quest events are free for members or with general admission. Step inside the museum’s digital planetarium and enjoy a special film every Friday afternoon all summer long. All ages. Space is limited. Adult participation required. June 30: One World, one Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

MUSEUM EXPLORERS

11am: 1st program; 2pm: 2nd program. Free for members or with general admission. Ignite your curiosity! Discover history, science and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear through interactive science investigations, hands-on exploration and unique artifacts. Our activities are designed to stimulate curiosity and encourage families to have fun together. Themes vary. Ideal for ages 5 and up. Appx. 45 minutes each time slot. Adult participation is rqd. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

DISCOVERY LAB

2:30–4pm: Free for members or with GA. Investigate, experiment, and explore! In the Discovery Lab, the whole family can drop-in for fun, quick

experiments and hands-on investigations. Themes vary. Ideal for ages 5 and up. Adult participation is rqd. CF Museum, 814 Market St.

they focus on exploring art materials and processes, rather than on the end product. Messy Hands is scheduled twice a month for children ages 2 to 4, and each child must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone should make sure to wear clothes that can get messy. Free but space is limited and advance registration is required for each session. Reg.: www.nhclibrary.org or by calling 910-798-6303. Krista Dean, 910-7986368; Raquel Fava, 910-798-6365.

COASTAL ATHLETICS CAMPS

Indoor/outdoor youth instructional facility for baseball, softball, and lacrosse here in Wilmington, NC. During the summer, we offer daily camps for ages 6-12 for baseball, softball, and lacrosse instructed by former pro and collegiate athletes. 8am-12pm daily (you may choose to extend the stay until 4:30pm)$40/day or $175/week (additional $20 per day for extended stay). Camp includes a snack and drink for each child daily. (Children signed up for extended stay must bring a lunch.) 910-4525838 to sign up or www.coastalathletics.net. Softball Ages 8-12; August 7-11: Baseball Ages 6-9 // Lacrosse Ages 6-9; August 14-18: Baseball Ages 8-12. 2049 Corporate Dr. St.

ART CAMP

Ages 8-14, $100/four (two-hour) sessions: Thurs, 10am-noon and 2pm-4pm; Sat, 10am-noon. Fun, skill-building projects in painting and drawing..

-Lois DeWitt: 910 547-8115 or loislight@bellsouth. net. www.free-online-art-classes.com (click on Wilmington Art Classes).

CURIOSITY CARTS Aug. 6, 1:30pm: Get your hands on history and science! Examine artifacts and science specimens. Gain insight into topics featured in museum exhibits. Carts are stationed in Museum galleries and feature short hands-on, facilitated experiences for visitors. Free for members or with general admission. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

STORY EXPLORERS

CAM, every Thurs., 10-10:30am: Admission by donation. Bring your infant, toddler or preschooler for story time, gallery exploration and an art project! georgia@cameronartmuseum.org for more info. 3201 S. 17th St.

LEGO CAR BUILD AND RALLY

Aug. 2, 2pm: Design, build, and race your Lego car against the clock and other competitors! This special Lego activity is for kids ages 5 to 12. Participation is free but space is limited, so please register on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org or by calling 910-798-6385. Meaghan Weiner at mweiner@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6385. NHC Pleasure Island Library, 1401 N. Lake Blvd.

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ecology of the area. 910-338-3134. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St. MASONBORO 1-HOUR CRUISE

Wed., 12:30pm: Narrated cruise of Masonboro Island. Masonboro Island is the largest marine sanctuary in the Cape Fear region. It is home to both endangered plant and animal species. $25 per passenger. Reservations required. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

HARBOR CRUISE

Weds, 3pm: Set sail on the Shamrock for a cruise around Wrightsville Beach’s Harbor Island—the island which separates the barrier island of the beach proper from the mainland. Locations of historical, ecological and cultural note will be featured. Learn what year the first buildings on Wrightsville Beach were built. Additionally, learn about the different types of marsh grasses, shorebirds, and fish we have teeming in the water surrounding the beach. RSVP rqd. $15-$25.

WB Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

BLACK RIVER NATURE CRUISE

Sightseeing for four hours on the Black River w/ scenic wilderness, narration on the plant and wildlife, and a river that appears almost as it did to the early explorers! Families, nature enthusiasts and photographers alike will enjoy the slowmoving, amber-colored waters, framed by spectacular swamp forests highlighted with seasonal wildflowers and relict old-growth cypress trees.

Led by Capt. J.N. Maffitt w/narrator Andy Wood, coastal ecologist and author. Pack snacks, lunch, and drinks, or purchase a meal from Anne Bonny’s Bar & Grill at our barge before the tour. $40-$50: http://cfrboats.com/cruises/#blackriver.

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TECH ME OUT TO THE BALLPARK

Clear your calendar - It’s going down! The tech industry invades Legion Stadium on Thursday, July 27, 6pm. Wilmington Sharks take on Wilson Tobs!

Want to watch baseball, enjoy all-you-can-eat hotdogs and mingle with some fellow techies!? Open to everyone in the Wilmington tech and startup scene! Gates at 6pm; games at 7pm. $16, includes entry to the game, all-you-can-eat hotdogs and chips, water and fun. No refunds at any time.

Legion Stadium, 2149 Carolina Beach Rd. Jessica Pham: jessica@techtalentsouth.com.

LEARN TO CURL

Aug. 5, 4pm: Coastal Carolina Curling Club is hosting a Learn-to-Curl Beginner’s instruction session.

Email info@coastalcurling.com; arrive early to allow time for check-in and to attend our brief off-ice session. $30/person; participants provided with a free voucher to return for a 2nd open curling session. Half-hour off-ice session in which we go over the basics of curling: safety, terminology, delivery and more. Small group instruction on sweeping, delivery, release and finish by curling a couple of ends (a mini game!). Wilmington Ice House, 7201 Ogden Business Ln.

CIVIL WAR CRUISE

Aug. 6, 11am: Do you want to learn about the Civil War from a local historian? Enjoy a drink and a cruise, while listening to Dr. Fonvielle talk about the Civil War. 910-338-3134. Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St.

classes CAPE FEAR YOGA

River to Sea Gallery hosts a Cape Fear kids yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Heidi Thompson. Classes are $10 per person and are Sun., from 10-11am. Space is limited and reservations are required. Message or call 910.763.3380 to reserve your spot todayRiver to Sea Gallery, 224 S Water St., ste. 1A. ART CLASSES

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host free Begin the Conversation clinics from 10-11 a.m. the third Fri. of ea. mo., Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. Free, 18 and older, will provide attendees information and resources to think about and plan for future healthcare decisions.

Attendees will receive specific strategies for initiating conversations that can significantly reduce family stress and improve quality of care. Advance directives supplied so healthcare instructions can be legally documented. Jason: 910-796-7943 or jason.clamme@lcfh.org.

Lois DeWitt.$100/4 (two-hour). Pen and ink drawing, 10am/2pm, Fri.—Crosshatching, dot and line techniques. • Drawing, Thurs., 10am-noon. Thurs., 2-4pm. Sat., 10am-noon. Line, shading, composition and how to draw what you see. For beginners BOOK CLUB Join a different kind of book club! This weekly or refreshing your drawing skills. • Acrylic Painting meeting offers book lovers a chance to meet and Basics, Tues., 10am-noon; 2pm-4pm. Learn all compare notes about favorite books and authors. about palette, color mixing, brushwork, painting Attendance is free and advance registration is not light and shadow and create a beautiful painting needed, just drop in! Librarian Teresa Bishop at the very first time. • Watercolor, Wed., 10am-noon; tbishop@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6385. NHC 2pm-4pm. Wet and dry brushstrokes, light and Pleasure Island Library, 1401 N. Lake Blvd. shadow washes, spray and splash! For beginners or refreshing your water color painting skills. Sun BEACHES: VIEWS FROM THE COLLECTION Aug. 6, 2pm: Join historian Jan Davidson for a look Room, 6905 Southern Exposure. www.free-onlineat New Hanover County’s historic beach commuart-classes.com (click on Wilmington Art Classes). nities. See vintage beach postcards, photos, and 910-547-8115 or loislight@bellsouth.net advertising materials from Cape Fear museum’s PAPERMAKING CLASSES collection. Afterward, beach images will be shown Wed., 6pm: Adults explore different papermaking in the auditorium for the remainder of the aftertechniques so you can make each sheet of paper noon. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. unique. All materials included, but we encourage bringing in some of your own materials that you FROM THE FIRE ARTISTS Aug. 6, 2:30pm: Glass artists John Littleton and can include into your paper—such as flat memenKate Vogel will discuss their collaborative work, tos and plants. See samples on our Facebook currently on view in CAM’s exhibition From the and website. Adult and children classes held on Fire—their inspiration and process. Since 1979 Sat., 2pm. Sign up: www.alunaworks.com. Aluna they have lived in the vibrant Toe River Arts comWorks, 603 Castle St. munity that surrounds Penland School of Crafts CAPE FEAR WINE AND PAINT in the mountains of Western North Carolina. John Fri., 6pm: River to Sea Gallery hosts a Cape Fear and Kate’s blown works are an exploration of soft Paint & Wine class taught by exhibiting gallery artforms that began in the early years of their partnerist Rebecca Duffy Bush. Classes are $40/person. ship. The fabric-like forms are as fanciful and fluid Class will be held 6-8pm. Includes two glasses as hot glass. Over time, the soft forms have come of wine or beer, a gorgeous view and a finished to mimic the playful relationship of their collaborapainting for you to take home. Space is limited tion and family life. Purchase seats on CAM’s weband reservations are required. 910.763.3380 to site, by phone and at CAM’s Visitor Services desk. reserve your seat today. www.capefearpaintandWeyerhaeuser Reception Hall & Brown Wing. wine.weebly.com, $40 with 2 drinks, $35 without.

CAM Members and Students with valid college ID: River to Sea Gallery, 224 S Water St., Ste 1A $10, Non-Members: $15. Cameron Art Museum, SUNRISE BEACH YOGA 3201 S. 17th St. Make every Thursday morning special with an all levels oceanfront yoga practice. Sand, Sun, & Sea unite with Body Mind, & Soul. Sunrise Ocean Yoga Flow at Ocean Front Park, Thurs., 7:30-8:30am, June 1-Aug. 31. $10 per class; $2 mat rental fee. CAPE FEAR ENRICHMENT PROGRAM Tamara Cairns. 105 Atlantic Ave. Every Mon., join our coffee club. It will be hosted

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POWER YOGA

Join us for power yoga on Sundays at Capt’n Bill’s, 3pm. Drop in fee of $8. Bring your own mat. 4240 Market Street

FALL PREVENTION WORKSHOP

weekly by Angela Pollock and most Mondays with Darien Brooks. This will give adults with or without disabilities an opportunity to work on social skills in a typical, relaxed environment. Please share and stop by! Luna Caffe, 604 Castle St.

Hosted by Home Instead Senior Care with guest \WILMINGTON FENCING CLUB speakers: 101 Mobility, Kings Pharmacy & ComAdults meet Tues/Thurs, 7:45-9pm, and Youth pounding & Lab and Pivot Physical Therapy. Inmeet Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. Class is open to the formation will be provided on the Geri Fit fitness community, beginners welcome, and all equipprogram offered by the Senior Center. NHC Senior ment is provided! Sessions are 6 weeks long and Resource Center, 2222 S.College Rd. the cost is just $5 per class! Fencing incorporates agility, strength, coordination, balance, and timADULT TENNIS CLINICS ing. In fencing, physical ability is just as important Summer Adult Clinics requires pre-registration. as having a strong mental edge. Competitors of 3.0-3.5 Doubles Strategy Clinics, Mon., 5:30pma fencing match wear protective gear including a 6:30pm. Cost: $11. Beginner 2 Clinics: Must be in jacket, glove, and head gear. Sport of fencing fea2.5-3.0 rating ranger. Mon., 6:30pm-7:30pm. Cost: tures three different levels, which are categorized $11. 910-341-4631 or www.empiepark.com. 3405 by the type of weapon used in each level. The Park Ave. weapons used include the epee, foil, and the saber. Fencing is an aerobically challenging sport. In order to condition one’s body, initial fencing training consists of challenging conditioning exercises.

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Fresh From the Farm The Riverfront Farmers Market is a curbside market featuring local farmers, producers, artists & crafters.

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SMART DEVICE MEETUP

Fri., 10am: Stressing out over a ‘smart’ device?

Interested in reading ebooks? This weekly meeting offers tips and hands-on help with the devices in your busy life. Bring your technology questions, fully charged device, library card, and the passwords to any accounts you want to explore. Attendance free; space limited, so please register, www.NHCLibrary.org or 910-798-6385. Librarian Teresa Bishop at tbishop@nhcgov.com or 910798-6385. NHC Pleasure Island Library, 1401 N. Lake Blvd.

LA LECHE LEAGUE

Sat., 10am, meetings are informal and open to pregnant women, mothers, babies and children. If you have questions or just would like to meet other breastfeeding mothers, this is the meeting for you.

La Leche League Leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own babies and who have been trained and accredited by La Leche League International to help mothers and mothers-to-be with all aspects of breastfeeding. Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.

NHC HAZWAGON

New Hanover County encourages residents to safely dispose of toxic materials with its new mobile collection unit, the HazWagon. stationed various days at three different locations in New Hanover County to collect household hazardous waste and electronics free of charge. Residents can bring items to the following locations each week: Mon., 10am-2pm, at Ogden Park ball fields; Wed., 10am-2pm at Wrightsville Beach Municipal Complex in the Farmers’ Market field by the recycle center; Fridays at Carolina Beach Mike Chappell Park (in the south side of the park across from

the tennis courts), 10am-2pm.

FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC

Format of Magic: The Gathering tournaments, held on Friday nights in gaming stores and associations all across the world. They are designed to be a beginner-friendly introduction to organized play. Standard format. $6 fee paid towards prize support for event. Prizes are a pack per win and also if you complete all 4 rounds. Event begins at 7pm, reg. begins at 6pm. Arrive early for event reg. Free play, $6 entry fee first FNM Free. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D.

PROTECT OUR PLANET SOCIAL

Aug. 3, 6pm: Meet likeminded locals and build a strong community that will protect our natural resources! We’ll hear a brief update from riverkeeper Kemp Burdette, sample some appetizers, and enjoy an evening next to the Cape Fear River that we’re fighting to protect. Cosponsored by the Young Democrats of New Hanover County and the Cape Fear Group of the Sierra Club. Blackfinn Wilmington, 18 Harnett St.

LULAROE MULTICONSULTANT EVENT

Aug. 5, 11am: One-stop LulaRoe Shop event at the Coastline Convention Center! This is a Lularoe Multi Consultant event with lots of Lularoe styles, prints, and sizes to choose from! These consultants have come together to bring your their fine collections of Disney, Americana, and Lularoe you can wear everyday. Its affordable and comfortable with sizes ranging from XXS-3XL (00-24) and children sizes! This is a free entry and there will be door prizes to be given! Bring your family and friends to find that Lularoe you have wanted to try on, feel, and see what looks great on you! 501 Nutt St.

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culinary FERMENTAL

Free tasting every Friday, 6pm. Third Wed. of each month feat. musical and brewing talents alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share, sample, and trade their creations: an evening of beer and an open stage.

PA and equipment provided. All genres and beer styles. 4pm, free. • Fermental proudly welcomes the crew from Trophy Brewing of Raleigh, NC, for an evening of tastings, giveaways, brewery folks, multiple drafts, bottles, cans, live music, food trucks and more, Sat., Aug. 5thm 6pm. Food from T’Geaux Boys; music from Soul-R-Fusion. www.fermental.net 910-821-0362. 7250 Market St.

RIVERFRONT FARMERS’ MARKET

Sat, 8am-1pm: An open-air market in historic downtown Wilmington, NC along the banks of the Cape Fear River. Featuring local growers and producers selling vegetables, fruits, baked goods, seafood, honey, meats, eggs, plants, NC wines, pickled products, goat cheese, cut flower bouquets, dog treats, herbs and more. Artisan works of pottery, jewelry, woodwork, silk screened clothing, home décor, leather goods, all-natural bath, body & home products. www.riverfrontfarmersmarket.org.

5 N. Water St.

POPLAR GROVE FARMERS’ MARKET

On the front lawn every Wed., 8am, at Poplar Grove Plantation. One of the special qualities of a farmers’ market is the interaction with the farmers growing and producing fresh produce, landscaping & bedding plants, or meeting herbalists growing herbs and mixing scented salves and oils, bakers creating homemade cookies and desserts, and artisans making handmade soaps, cutting boards, jewelry, and accessories for home, hearth and garden. Locally prepared foods and drinks will keep you satisfied while you’re here, and make an easy lunch or dinner when you leave. Vendors vary somewhat weekly. 10200 US Highway 17.

BEER BINGO

Every Thursday night for beer bingo. No charge for cards. Great prizes. Food and drink specials.

Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St.

NEMA LOUNGE AND EATERY

Hump Day Happy Hour: 5-7 pm every Wednesday at NeMa Burger & Pizza Lounge! $5 Angus beef burgers and $2.50 16 oz Buds/Bud Lights. Martini Tastings every Friday and Saturday, 4-8 pm.

5 tastings + one small order of NeMa Fancy Fries, $20/person. NeMa Lounge & Eatery, 225 S. Water St. Chandler’s Wharf.

FREE BREWERY TOURS AND TASTINGS

3pm, 3:45pm, 4:30pm everyday at Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St. Learn how we brew our beer, meet our brewers and get two free samples.

TIDAL CREEK CO-OP DINNER

Aug. 6, 4pm: Family-friendly Southern style cookout picnic soul food extravaganza! The summer’s ripest local produce will be featured, with classic BBQ fare as well as tons of Vegan options. Meal will be served family-style on the Co-op deck, but feel free to bring a picnic blanket! Please no outside food or beverage. $15 for adults; $7.50 for kids 7-12; free for kids 6 and under. Food and fun starts at 4pm. Nimara Sings will be bringing everything to the next level with her beautiful music.

5329 Oleander Dr.

tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR

Explore the rich culture of our talented Southern town with a 90 minute walking tour of the literary history of downtown Wilmington, NC. Visit “The Two Libraries.” Walk the streets of your favorite novels, and stand where Oscar Wilde did when he lectured here. Saturdays, 1:30pm, Old Books on Front St. 249 N. Front St. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1282390 CONFEDERATE WALKING TOURS

Experience Wilmington’s people, history and architecture in the late antebellum period and during the conflict, conducted by noted Wilmington historian Bernhard Thuersam Walk in the footsteps of George Washington, James Monroe, Daniel Webster, Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis and more. In-depth 90-minute tours are by appt: 910-619-4619 or bernhard1848@gmail.com. Personalized tours downtown and local forts available. Foot of Market St. www.cfhi.net.

CAM WEEKLY EXHIBITION TOURS

Cameron Art Museum allows participants to explore current exhibitions with Anne Brennan, CAM’s executive director, in a new series of public tours. Free for CAM members. Wed., 1:30pm.

3201 S. 17th St.

INSIDER’S TOUR

Explore the history of your community at Cape Fear Museum. Take the Insider’s Tour offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am. Tours are free with admission and include a “behind the scenes” sneak peek. Pre-registration is required: 910-798-4362 or cfmprograms@nhcgov.com.

Free w/general admission or membership. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

GHOST WALK

6:30 & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Admission charge. Water & Market sts. RSVP rqd: 910794-1866. hauntedwilmington.com

HISTORY WALKING TOUR

A two-hour exploration of downtown Wilmington with author Dan Camacho! A $10 donation is suggested. www.bellamymansion.org or email info@ bellamymansion.org with any questions. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

BELLAMY MANSION

Guided tours start on the hour, as well as selfguided tours, which start at any time. Mondays is only self-guided tours.* Follow curved oyster-shell paths through our lush Victorian garden shaded by 150-year-old magnolia trees. Climb the stairs to the elegant main entrance surrounded by soaring columns and gleaming windows. Hear the stories of the Bellamy family, as well as those of the free and enslaved black artisans who built the home and crafted intricate details throughout the house. Know that you are walking through history. Bellamy Mansion Museum, one of NCs most spectacular examples of Antebellum architecture. Adults $12; senior and military discount, $10; students, $6; children under 5 free. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

STREETCAR SUBURBS TOUR

Aug. 5, 10am: Historic Wilmington Foundation’s Guided Architectural Walking Tours showcase the architectural, social, and cultural history of the neighborhood in which they takes place. The Streetcar Suburbs tour tells the story of Wilmington’s first two suburbs, Carolina Place and Carolina Heights, which grew around the city’s streetcar route. Architectural styles you’re likely to see include Colonial Revival, American Bungalows, Craftsman Style homes, Tudor Style, Dutch Revival, and Ranch houses. Tours last approximately 1 ¾ hours. Pre-registration is required.

Call 910-762-2511 or email membership@historicwilmington.org by the preceding Friday at 4:00pm to reserve your spot. Payment will be collected (cash only) onsite. Tours will not take place if it is raining or if there are no pre-registrations. The cost is $10 per person The Streetcar Suburbs tour begins at Temple Baptist Church, 1801 Market Street.

support groups TRANGENDER SUPPORT GROUP

Facilitated by licensed therapists in a private and safe location. Four free monthly support groups for parents and family, children and teens, young adults, and older adults. All are phone screened for safety. Group information is given at the time of the screening. Please contact Nova Swanstrom MA, LPA for more information. (910) 343-6890 x3009

WILMINGTON PRIDE YOUTH GROUP

Middle school and high-school students: Wilmington Pride and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation have joined together to create and facilitate a youth group for children/youth (middle school and high school) who are LGBTQIA, plus straight allies. A safe space for kids to talk about orientation, gender, racial equality, political consequences, religion, self harm and self-care. Needed: youth facilitators, especially those who are trained to work with kids, and speakers to talk about important topics. Meets Thurs., 7:30pm, UU Congregation of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave, (across from Roland Grise Middle School). Sue Graffius: dre@ uufwilmington.org).

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Life Community Church, located inside Independence Mall, will have a recovery meeting every Monday evening at 6:30 pm starting with fellowship followed by a large group meeting at 7pm.

Support groups for men and women follow at 8 pm. The meeting is in the Extension located across from Branches bookstore and the church auditorium. Jodie: 910-547-8973, 791-3859 or Lifecc.com. 3500 Oleander Dr.

EXPECTING MAMA’S CIRCLE

Sat, noon: Chat with other pregnant mamas who are going through the same thing as you! Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Breastfeeding USA counselor, and Postpartum Doula, Jess Zeffiro will moderate a free Pregnancy Meetup Group. Expectant mothers are invited to pop into the group at any time to share their stories, ask questions, and connect with great area resources. Share stories and have any pregnancy and birth related questions answered in a supportive environment.

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

In my astrological opinion, your life in the coming days should draw inspiration from the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia, a six-day bout of revelry that encouraged everyone to indulge in pleasure, speak freely and give gifts. Your imminent future could (and I believe should) have resemblances to the yearly Doo Dah Parade in Pasadena, which features a farcical cavalcade of lunatics, like the Shopping Cart Drill Team, The Radioactive Chicken Heads, the Army of Toy Soldiers, and the Men of Leisure Synchronized Nap Team. In other words, Aries, it’s an excellent time to set aside your dignity, and put emphasis on having uninhibited fuN—to amuse yourself to the max as you experiment on the frontiers of self-expression, to be the person you would be if you had nothing to lose.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

It’s time to reinvent the wheel and rediscover fire, Taurus. In my astrological opinion, you’ll be wasting your time unless you return to the root of all your big questions. Every important task will mandate you to consult your heart’s primal intelligence. So don’t mess around with trivial pleasures or transitory frustrations that won’t mean anything to you a year from now. Be a mature wild child in service to the core of your creative powers.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Writing in “The Futurist” magazine, Christopher Wolf says the tradition of eating three hearty meals a day is fading and will eventually disappear. “Grazing” will be the operative term for how we get our fill, similar to the method used by cavemen and cavewomen. The first snack after we awaken, Wolf suggests, might be called “daystart.” The ensuing four could be dubbed “pulsebreak,” “humpmunch,” “holdmeal,” and “evesnack.” In light of your current astrological omens, Gemini, I endorse a comparable approach to everything you do: not a few big doses, but rather frequent smaller doses; not intense cramming but casual browsing; not sprawling heroic epics but a series of amusing short stories.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

The RIKEN Institute in Japan experiments with using ion beams to enhance plant growth. In one notable case, they created a new breed of cherry tree that blossoms four times a year and produces triple the amount of flowers.

The blooms last longer, too, and the trees thrive under a wider span of temperatures. In the next 11 months, Cancerian, you won’t need to be flooded with ion beams to experience a similar phenomenon. I expect your power to bloom and flourish will be far stronger than usual.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Leo actor Robert DeNiro once observed most people devote more energy to concealing their emotions and longings than revealing them. Is that true about you? If so, the coming weeks will be a favorable time to hide less of yourself and express more. There will be relatively little hell to pay as a result, and you’ll get a boost of vitality. Don’t go overboard, though. I’m not suggesting you unveil every last one of your feelings and yearnings to everyone—just to those you trust. Most importantly, I hope you will unveil all your feelings and yearnings to yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

It has almost become a tradition: Each year at this time, you seem to enjoy scaring the hell out of yourself and often the heaven, too. These self-inflicted shocks have had a beneficial side effect: serving as rousing prompts for you to reimagine the future. They have motivated and mobilized you. So, yes, there has been an apparent method in your madness—an upside to the uproar. What should we expect this time, my dear? A field trip to a crack house or a meth lab? Some fun and games in a pit of snakes? An excursion to the land of bad memories? I suggest something less melodramatic. How about, for example, a frolic with unruly allies in a future paradise that’s still a

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Before grapes become wine, they have to be cleaned. Then crushed. Then macerated and pressed. The next phase is fermentation, followed by filtering.

The aging process, which brings the grapes’ transformation to completion, requires more time then the other steps. At the end, there’s one more stage: putting the wine in bottles. I’d like to compare the grapes’ evolution to the story of your life since your last birthday. You are nearing the end of the aging phase.

When that’s finished, I hope you put great care into the bottling. It’s as important as the other steps.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Are you gearing up to promote yourself and services? In my astrological opinion, you should be. If so, you could put the following testimonial from me in your résumé or advertisement: “[place your name here] is a poised overseer of nervewracking transitions and a canny scout who is skilled at tracking down scarce resources. He/she can help you acquire the information and enhancements you don’t quite have the power to get by yourself. When conditions are murky or perplexing, this plucky soul is enterprising and inventive.”

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your eyes are more powerful than you realize. If you were standing on a mountaintop under a cloudless night sky with no moon, you could see a fire burning 50 miles away. Your imagination is also capable of feats that might surprise you.

It can, for example, provide you with an expansive and objective view of your entire life history. I advise you to seek that boost now. Ask your imagination to give you a prolonged look at the big picture of where you have been and where you are going. It’s essential to your discovery of the key to the next chapter of your life story.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Love is your gritty but sacred duty. It’s your prickly prod and your expansive riddle, your curious joy and your demanding teacher. I’m talking about the whole gamut, Capricorn—from messy, personal, romantic love to lucid unconditional spiritual love. From asking smartly for what you desire to gratefully giving more than you thought you had. Can you handle this much sweet, dark mystery? Can you grow your intimacy skills fast enough to keep up with the interesting challenges? I think you can.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

There’s an eclipse of the moon coming up in the sign of Aquarius. Will it bring good or bad luck? That’s a trick question. I threw it in to see if you have been learning anything from my efforts to redeem astrology’s reputation. Although some misinformed people regard my chosen field as a superstitious pseudoscience, I say it’s an imaginative art form to help us identify and transform our subconscious patterns. So the wise answer to my earlier question is the imminent lunar eclipse is neither bad luck nor good luck. Rather, it tells you have more power than usual to: 1. tame and manage the disruptive and destructive aspects of your instinctual nature; 2. make progress in dissolving your old conditioning; 3. become more skilled at mothering yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

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