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Dolphin Kids Dash

For kids only, the Dolphin Kids Dash is a 1-mile course broken into starting heats by school grade. The course starts and finishes on the North Topsail Elementary School track (1310 Sloop Point Loop Rd.) in Hampstead, partly passing through the NTES Nature Trail. Kids 5 and younger will run one lap around the NTES tracks, and all participants will be awarded a medal upon completion of their races.

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MUSIC>> Melissa Ferrick joins several favorite local artists for the RecoveryRockFest to support and celebrate clean and sober lifestyles on Saturday, August 29.

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The first August Festival will celebrate local breweries and craft beers on Saturday, Aug. 29 at Ironclad Brewery to raise money for a regional Brewer’s Guild.

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A duel exhibition with Christopher Alexander and Blair Nidds, ‘Inside/Out’ showcases near-forgotten spots along the Cape Fear and eerie unknown faces at Bottega Gallery and Art Bar. Opening reception is Fri., Aug. 28.

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NEWS>>live local

live local, live small: Getting back on track for exploration and adventure by: gwenyfar rohler

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ABOVE: The map of the Mountains to Sea Trail hotspots, which connect the coast to the mountains of NC. Courtesy photo

o how’s your list of things to do this year coming?” the lovely editor lady at encore asked a couple of weeks ago.

“Um ... not so great,” I admitted.

For those of you who came in late: In January I announced a list of 40 things I was going to do in town this year. I wanted to go out and visit the attractions that make our area so vibrant. My editor lady knew I wasn’t off seeing Route 66 and turning in six columns I had promised her in regards to small economics on America’s Main Street. Since I was sitting in

front of her instead of wandering through Arizona, it seemed a safe bet she figured out those pieces weren’t getting turned in this summer.

She took a sip of her drink and asked, “What’s the problem?”

I answered honestly: “Renovations have taken up way more resources—not just financially but time-wise—than I had anticipated.”

I have four (or more) renovation projects happening this year. That is a lot for anyone to keep moving forward. The second floor of the bookstore has been the

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just took my breath away. Then the bad news came about the extent of the repairs the back of the house needs. Let’s just say: my collapsing historic mansion My parents’ house on Market Street lives up to its description. has had a pretty intense year, including a Of course, there was the bizarre and fairly substantial tree trim of my beloved wonderful adventure of Jock deciding aging oak. As much of it was saved as to knock a hole in the exterior wall of could be but still … sigh. our house. The hole was large enough crepe d’ renovation project for the last five years. I think we are finally closing in on finishing up the plumbing and electrical. Maybe.

Following that, we embarked upon a long overdue soffit repair and restored the balustrade on the front porch. The amazing Jeremy Bradford, trim carpenter of my dreams, rebuilt it with detail that

to drive a Ford Econoline moving van through it. I am proud to report that, as of now, we have walls, floor, ceiling, and roof everywhere that it is customary to expect them.

We also have most of the kitchen we have been talking about for the last 10 years. Tiling the floor together (with the help of our puppy, Hilda) I commented that the tile looked just like the Italian red kitchen tile he had pointed out eight years ago as what he had in mind for the room.

The dogs are relieved to have a certain level of normalcy back in their lives. When Jock began the kitchen renovation, they became very concerned. I mean that’s where the food lives. But they didn’t miss any meals (despite their fears).

In addition I have been slowly working my way through the restoration of my two mid-’60s Volkswagens. The ’67 VW Camper Bus (The Argus) was supposed to be restored in time for a cross-country trip this summer. (My apologies to the readership, but that trip has to get put off ‘til next year. Still, I am looking forward to exploring the Live Local stories of the Mother Road.)

Meanwhile, my ’65 bug (Kafka) finally has an engine again. But it is going to be a while before I have time to sand him down and do a ground-up restoration.

Along the way, however, I have learned how to change the rear main seal, re-wire the engine, and re-install the clutch and accelerator. It has been exciting.

So, I have been busy—also running a small business, writing and trying to make quality time for life with Jock. When I look back at the proposed list I made at the beginning of 2015, though I am not anywhere near as far along as I wanted to be by now, I have actually done more things than I realized.

I finally visited Halyburton Park for the first time since it opened. It is lovely! My friend, Donna, took me on a walk through the trails and I marveled at all the people there. It is obviously heavily utilized, and that is wonderful news.

Jock and I went to the Aquarium at Fort Fisher for the first time since I was 12 years old. To say it has seen major changes from my youth is an understatement. “What do you notice about the design of all the exhibits?’ I quizzed Jock.

“What specifically are you thinking of?’ he responded.

“Everything is kid-height. It’s thoughtful. It’s great.”

“As it should be,” he nodded.

Jock and I went raptor hunting at the Cape Fear Raptor Center. Also, on one impulsive lovely evening, I took the horse-drawn carriage ride downtown.

One of my plans was to walk part of the state’s Mountains to the Sea Trail (preferably with Hilda). The trail connects the NC state parks from the Great Smokey Mountains to Cape Look Out—it’s a remarkable vision brought to life, celebrating and connecting our great state. I thought we were going to have to travel a couple of hours by VW to get to the trail.

Then a miracle happened: The Mountains to the Sea Trail came to us—Pender County to be exact. The organization decided to bring a spur down through Onslow and Pender counties, including through the Penderlea Homestead Museum area and center of the town of Burgaw. At the ribbon cutting I was pleased to hear several people discuss the hoped economic impact of the new spur of the trail. Hikers looking for food and lodging were expected to spend money in the small businesses nearby (especially in Burgaw—the trail goes right through the historic area). I still need to take Hilda back and walk more of the trail, especially near the Moore’s Creek Battlefield.

There are a couple of things on the list, beside the Route 66 trip, I am waiting to take The Argus to: Carolina Beach State Park for camping and Merritt’s Burgers (I mean come on, that’s the perfect place for pictures!).

All that aside, I really do have to get back on track with getting out and seeing this amazing area. I’m sorry for the delay, but I promise I will get moving. I am especially looking forward to fencing and horseback riding (which are on the list). More so, even though I haven’t gotten as far along as I would like, at each step I have met truly lovely and surprising people. That is at the heart of what makes this so exciting.

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Good design aside, I have to say the breath of information covered was really impressive: not just salt water environments, but extensive information about our river and the marshes around us.

I also finally had a beer at Wilmington’s oldest bar, Barbary Coast, and ate a Britt’s Donut. They’re two places I had yet to visit despite being a lifelong resident of Wilmington. Somehow, the world just feels a little more balanced now.

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NEWS>>op-ed

Bustin’ Chops:

The Dad abides with roast beef and ‘shrooms

by: MARK BASQUILL

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hish’s “Sample in a Jar” blasted from my earbuds as I sashayed into Chop’s Deli at Monkey Junction.

“Mushroom sandwich and a calming brownie for dessert,” I said to the kid behind the counter.

“Take your earbuds out. You’re shouting,” the kids said. “Dad!” “It’s Dude today. And I’m bustin’ Chops,” I replied. “I’ll have the roast beef and a White Russian.”

“Aren’t you a vegan? And it’s bad for your heart.” “‘Straight Outta Compton’! I’m doing something bad for me! Arrest me! Where’s the A.L.E.?”

“We don’t serve beer here,” the kid smirked.

“Alcohol Law Enforcement. The law enforcement spirits Phishing at Walnut Creek to prove cops don’t just target black kids!”

I put up my hands in protest.

“The War on Drugs! After decades of discriminatory policing, discretionary prosecution of minorities, harsh mandatory sentencing for non-violent drug offenses, ‘The Man’ is not going to balance the scales of justice by busting a bucket-load of Phish-heads!”

“Keep speaking truth to power and enjoy the ‘shrooms, Dad.” “The Dad abides!” I strode off with my sandwich to ponder our progress in the War on Drugs.

Reagan fired the first shots of this domestic Vietnam. Rather than refocus energy back to Johnson’s War on Poverty, he ramped up the military and cut Wall Street federal oversight in half to fight mythical marijuana monsters in the hood. For three decades TV cop shows have targeted “drug kingpins,” while real cops busted kids on the street. With criminalization the law of the land, not many politicians from either party could risk re-election by being “soft on crime.” I’m not “soft on crime” any more than I’m “soft on terrorism,” but is this what winning a war looks like? Militarized local police, severely curtailed civil rights, cruel mandatory sentencing for non-violent offenses, a prison industry that’s second to none, and a local deli owner busted at a rock concert? It seems long past time to question the strategies in our selective war on drugs.

The first question I have is the language of conflict itself. Why a war on any drug? Why not

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a “War on Guns”? If it’s “Guns don’t kill people, people kill people,” why isn’t it, “‘Pot doesn’t kill people, people kill people?” NRA members pop Xanax every time I ask.

A second question: Why do we fund science when policy makers completely ignore it? Decades of social-science research describe the devastating consequences of selectively criminalizing and harshly punishing certain drugs we don’t like (much of it detailed in Michelle Alexander’s “The New Jim Crow”). Do we really want clear racial bias in prosecution of drug offenses, an ever-widening American caste system and the world’s largest prison population?

I am unequivocally anti-drug. My family is riddled with addiction problems. I’ve spent much of my professional life trying to help people cope with life on its own terms, without destructive habits, including excessive drug use. I’ll have a beer at a ball game, but life is a long strange trip for a mostly sober me. Drunk or stoned? I don’t think so.

I’m anti-drug the same way I’m anti-meat.

Both are public health issues. Both are human habits with complex consequences. Despite the numerous negative consequences of our American addiction to meat, if the mostly vegan me wants a roast beef sandwich at Chop’s, it shouldn’t be a felony. And if the mostly sober me wants to indulge in a White Russian and roll a fat one, I don’t want to play cops and robbers with The Man just to enjoy it.

Addiction is a negative consequence of a human habit of consuming substances to change the state of mind. But no 13-year-old lights up his first cigarette and thinks, “I want a two-pack a day habit in my 30s and lung cancer later.” No 16-year-old swigs a PBR and thinks, “I want to die of liver disease in my 40s.”

The fact is: We don’t reduce smoking or manage alcohol use by mass incarceration.

There are better ways to shape behavior.

Regulating marketing and sales, penalizing damaging behaviors related to use, raising taxes and health insurance rates on users, and devoting substantial resources to real prevention and treatment, a little like Portugal, are just a few. President Obama’s recent pardon of several non-violent drug offenders and his administration’s unveiled plan to fight a growing heroin problem are pitifully small steps. But they are in the right direction. We may never be Portugal, but we may need to go much further down a path of sanity, somehow shift job growth from prisons to health care, and remember that marijuana and mushrooms have never been a menace to society.

The Litigious Society

— The estate of Dr. Rajan Verma filed a lawsuit in July against the Tralf Music Hall in Buffalo, New York, after Dr. Verma fell to his death following a concert when he lost his balance sliding down the banister.

The estate claims that there must have been a sticky substance on the railing.

The estate’s lawyers said that since alcohol was served at the concert, the promoters should have known to take extra safety precautions for banister-riders.

Cecil Speaks

The distress across the Western world in July over the big-game killing of Cecil the lion in Zimbabwe was apparently misdirected, according to veteran “animal communicator” Karen Anderson of Elk, Washington, who told Facebook and Internet visitors (www.AnimalCommunicating.com) that Cecil and she had discussed his demise and that he was over it. Also, Cecil apparently speaks in formal, graceful English, as Anderson quoted him (according to London’s The Independent): “Let not the actions of these few men defeat us,” said Cecil, “or allow darkness to enter our hearts.” “I am,” he added, “grander than before as no one can take our purity, our truth or our soul.”

(Anderson’s usual fee to speak with deceased pets is $75 for 15 minutes, but she did not disclose whether she had a client for Cecil’s tab.)

Chutzpah!

— In May, three Santa Ana, California, police officers who had just raided the unlicensed Sky High Holistic medical marijuana dispensary were caught on the facility’s surveillance video eating supposedly seized cannabis-infused chocolate bars, and an “internal affairs” investigation was opened. However, in August, the Orange County Register reported that the cops went to court to have the video suppressed. Their familiar legal argument is that the video violates their

right to privacy — in that they had purposely disabled the cameras before they began munching the contraband and thus had the requisite “expectation of privacy” that triggers the right. (Possibly, they had missed a camera.)

— The mother of three children in Grandview, Missouri, suspected that Dameion McBride, 22, had sexually molested her two daughters (ages 4 and 8) and son (age 3), but McBride indignantly denied it, claiming that he is a child-abuse survivor himself, and booked himself on the national “Steve Wilkos” TV show in May to take a lie detector test to clear his name. However, he failed the test as to each child and was subsequently arrested. (The Associated Press reported that McBride insisted on a police lie detector test — and failed that, too.)

— Who gets badly hurt playing musical chairs? Robin Earnest, 46, told an Arkansas claims hearing that she broke two fingers and was forced into “years” of surgery and physical therapy over a game that was part of a class at the College of the Ouachitas in 2011 and demanded at least $75,000 from the state. The July hearing was dominated by a discussion of the proper way to play musical chairs because the instructor had ordered three students to contest one chair — with Earnest asserting that everyone knows it would be two chairs for three people.

News That Sounds Like a Joke

— “Green-fingered residents” can show off their hard work each year at the Quedgeley Show in Gloucestershire, England, entering arrangements of colorful, plump garden-grown vegetables. However, at-

tendance has been off in recent years, reported the Western Daily Press, leaving the show’s future in doubt — until organizers announced that this year, to increase the number of entries, supermarket-bought vegetables could be submitted.

— “Number Two, Turn to the Right and Growl”: Magistrates in Ceredigion, Wales, fined Edward Davies the equivalent of about $1,130 in June, finding that it was his dog that bit a teenage girl last October, sending her to a hospital with swelling and bruising. Aberystwyth authorities had set up a formal police lineup of dogs from the neighborhood, and the girl had made a positive ID of Davies’ dog as the perp.

Least Competent Criminals

Judge Roger Barto, of Waterloo (New York) Village Court, was convicted in August of staging a fake assault on himself to convince doctors to prescribe him pain medication. Officers arriving at the scene found Barto lying on the ground with a shattered porcelain toilet tank lid nearby from (he said) being smacked on the head by a mugger. However, doctors found an apparent flaw in Barto’s ruse: He had forgotten to actually hurt himself during the “attack” — as medical personnel had found no mark, cut or bruise anywhere on him.

The Continuing Crisis

On Aug. 1, one of the world’s weirdest border disputes came to an end, as India and Bangladesh exchanged more than 160 “enclaves” — sovereign territory completely surrounded by the other country’s sovereign territory (in principle, making travel out of the enclaves impossible unless the enclave had an embassy or another office that issues visas). In fact, there was one Indian enclave (Dahala Khagrabari) completely within a Bangladeshi enclave that is completely inside an Indian enclave inside Bangladesh.

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ROCK OUT TO Recovery:

New festival focuses on overcoming addictions at UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium by: Shannon Rae Gentry

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Centered and in control: Indie singer and songwriter headlines first RecoveryRockFest on Sat., Aug. 29 at Kenan Auditorium. Courtesy photo.

s August comes to a close and a new fall semester starts for college students, this week will mark another beginning: The first RecoveryRockFest (RRF) will be held on Saturday, August 29 at UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium (601 S. College Rd.). A clean and sober music festival, RRF was created in support of folks in recovery from addiction, as well as for the important programs and community resources people rely on to get through their addictions.

RRF founder Nyla Cione says the initial idea was to celebrate recovery from ad-

diction through music, as well as allow people in recovery an event that actively supports their new way of living.

“We have come to find out that people who choose to live substance-free lifestyles, who are not necessarily predisposed to addiction, also prefer to enjoy these types of events,” she continues, “and so RecoveryRockFest is inclusive to the whole community, even outside people who may be predisposed to addiction.”

A portion of proceeds will go to UNCW’s CRC Collegiate Recovery Pro-

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gram, which offers resources for UNCW students in recovery. The decision for the festival to coincide with the start of school was purposeful.

with their children. “I have been getting quite a few calls from parents who want their kids to experience substance-free events [and] want their kids to see other youth having a good time,” Cione says.

“We believe the timing of this event RRF will feature local and regional artwill allow college students the opportunity to attend,” Cione says. “We have a ists, including Folkstar, a folk duo made portion of the event dedicated to share up of Kim Dicso and Sue Cag. Wilmington Americana favorites Stray Local this on-campus program.” (who just released their third album this Parents—particularly those with kids month, “Lonesome Road”) joins the lineheading into middle school where expo- up. Mike Blair and the Stonewalls’ persure to substances can begin—are get- formance will precede show headliner ting excited to have a new event to enjoy Melissa Ferrick.

“This first year we chose some local favorite bands who were willing to support our mission,” Cione explains.

“Though some of our bands may not be in the recovery community, they are excited to support this event. . . . We asked Melissa if she would do the festival since I know recovery is dear to her heart.”

Indie folk artist Melissa Ferrick is a supporter of clean and sober lifestyles and programs. A talented musician, associate professor at Berklee College of Music in Boston, and advocate for the LGTB community, Ferrick knows the struggles associated with addiction first-hand.

“As a queer woman in long-term recovery, I feel a personal connection to the cause,” Ferrick explains. “It means a great deal to participate in a festival that supports recovery. The more mental health care and recovery-based opportunities from addiction for people, the better our country will be.”

Ferrick’s latest self-titled album was recorded at home and released on her own label, Right On Records. As her 12th album, creative control was important.

“It’s been wonderful to be able to write, record, manufacture, promote, and distribute again on my own,” she says. “I am just really grateful to have made this record. I’m very proud of it.”

Like Ferrick’s past work, which has garnered her an International Acoustic Music Award and two Independent Music Award nominations, her latest album offers thoughtful insight and encouragement of self-acceptance. “Most all of my writing is based on my own personal reflections or experiences of life,” she says. “Writing is a mystical thing, it comes mostly ‘out of no where’ and I’m learning year-by-year how to better control, sculpt, and harness what comes out of the pen.”

Ferrick continues to tour between teaching in Boston and working on new projects. “Being a teacher keeps me in the middle, it helps me not forget to ‘have a dream’ and it helps me to feel a new purpose,” she says. “I’m currently producing a few songs for a former student, Ana Yanez, who is from Miami. I am really enjoying producing and helping other artists trying to begin to do what I’ve been doing now since 1991.”

After the RecoveryRockFestival ends, attendees are invited to the LVL3 after party at the Hannah Block Community Arts Center (120 S. 2nd St.) from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. In collaboration with RAVECLEAN, the LVL3 after party is free to the public 18 years of age or older.

RAVECLEAN is a national nonprofit organization that works with local commu-

nities to organize drug and alcohol-free, rave-style dances, free to the public.

“We are so excited they are willing to team up with us,” Cione says. “RAVECLEAN had initially contacted me about [the festival] when we were first getting started on production, to let me know about their substance-free dance raves.

In further conversation with them, we found out our mission is proportionate to their mission.”

The LVL3 afterparty features a half dozen DJs, including TwoClikz, Mad Fellow, Jekyll n Hyde, and DJ Illy to name a few. In typical rave fashion, costumes and self-expression are welcome. There will be body painting, live graffiti, flow arts, glow sticks, happy oranges, and more. Drinks, light refreshments and food trucks will be available also, but RecoveryRockFest ticket holders will receive a free beverage.

The RecoveryRockFest is Saturday, August 29, at UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door and $15 for UNCW students with a valid ID. The LVL3 RAVECLEAN afterparty at the Hannah Block Community Arts Center is free to public from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

For more, visit recoveryrockfest.com.

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Saturday, August 29 Doors Open: 6 p.m., Show: 7 p.m.

Kenan Auditorium 601 S. College Rd. Tickets: $15-$30

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a preview of events across town this week

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2015 waterfront Music Series EVERY Sunday from 4 – 8pm

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

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

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

Trivia Night (7pm; Free)

—Hoplite Pub, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Brandon Snow (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

—The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.

Jill and Barry (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

Rebeka Todd (10pm; Free; Folk) —Duck n Dive, 114 Dock St.

Pool Night (10pm.; Free)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

—The Whiskey Bar,1 S. Front St.

—Banks Channel Pub & Grille, 530 Causeway Dr.

Improv (8pm; $3)

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; (910) 772-1400

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

Donna Merritt (9pm; Free; Jazz)

—Costello’s, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

Citizen Cope (9pm; $36-$41; Americana)

Fire and Drums (7pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Thursday, August 27

Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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

Hip Hop Showcase (9pm; Cover TBA)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379 —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

John Denver Musical Tribute (7pm; $5-$10)

Monica Jane (5:30pm; Free; Acoustic) LaCi (6:30pm; Free; Pop)

Isaac Clowers (7pm; Free; Acoustic) Jewell Twins & Friends (7pm; Free; Acoustic) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Sea Pans Steel Drums (7pm; Free)

—Holiday Inn Resort, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

Kim Dicso (9pm; Free; Folk)

—Carolina Beach Lake Park, N. Lake Park Blvd.

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

Trivia With Sherri “So Very” (7pm; Free)

The Coastal Collective (9pm; Cover TBA; Rock)

OGI Live on Deck (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

Hannah Goble, Colton Leighton (9pm; $3; Rock)

—Whiskey Trail, 4039 Masonboro Loop Rd. —The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.

—The Whiskey Bar, 1 S. Front St.

—Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

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AUGUST FESTIVAL AT IRONCLAD BREWERY, 115 N. 2ND STREET AUGUST 29TH FROM 1 - 5PM

CELEBRATING THE BOOM OF CRAFT BREWERIES IN THE REGION! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Tickets are limited & available for purchase at participating breweries & Bombers BevCo. & Cape Fear Wine and Beer.

The August Festival is a community event to promote the local breweries and their brewing staffs.

The media will be attending and the brewers will be introduced on stage at 3pm. A first ever group photo of the regions brewers will be taken. The brewers will be available for questions after the group photo.

If your partner is a wine drinker, you can bring them along as serveral wines are available for tasting as well.

ALL BEER, WINE & FOOD TASTINGS ARE INCLUDED IN THE TICKET PRICE - $45 PER TICKET PARTICIPATING BREWERIES:

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W I N N E R

2015 Beachside Music Series

Wrightsville Beach, NC

LIVE MUSIC 7–10PM FRI.

AUG 28

matt parker & the deacons Blues & Dance

SAT.

randy mcquay Pop & Classic

FRI.

overtyme Eclectic Mix

SAT.

travis shallow

aug 29 Sept 4 sept 5

Dance & Classic

SEA PANS STEEL DRUMS EVERY THURS. 7-10PM 1706 North Lumina Ave. • (910) 256-2231

EVERY Wednesday & Friday from 6-9pm August 26th: Mike Frusia August 28th: Michael Barbee September 2nd: Mike Frusia www.OceanicRestaurant.com

August 28th: Tuesday’s Gone

A sweet home for this Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute

September 4th: Departue

The season concludes with a Journey tribute

$2.50 Budweiser Draft $4 Wells 65 Wings, 4-7pm $3.50 Sweetwaters $4.50 Absolute Lemonade 65 Wings, 4-7pm

$2.75 Yuengling Draft $2.75 Domestic Bottles 65 Wings, 4-7pm

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

COLLECTIVE SOUND: See The Coastal Collective play The Whiskey (1 S. Front St.) on Thurs., Aug. 27. Cover price TBA. Courtesy photo.

Butterfly Scream (6pm; Free; Rock)

—The Shack at Dockside, 300 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Friday, August 28 Music in the Garden (6pm; Free; Acoustic) —A Tasting Room, 19 S. 2nd St.

www.wilmingtondowntown.com

Will McBride Group (6:30pm; Free; Rock)

—Ft. Fisher Recreation Area, 1000 Loggerhead Rd.

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TRIVIA WITH STEVE

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9:00 A.m.- 2:00 P.M.• $4 BLOODY MARY’S AND MIMOSA’S 1423 S. 3rd St. DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON (910) 763-1607

www.RuckerJohns.com VISIT WWW.RUCKERJOHNS.COM FOR FRIDAY MONDAY DAILY SPECIALS, MUSIC & EVENTS Select Appetizers halfMONDAY off $ 4 Cosmopolitan $ 2 Big Domestic Draft Beers $550 Watermelon Martini $ 95 22oz. Domestic Draft ALL DAY 4 RJ's Coffee $ 3 Sam Adams and Blue $5 Pizzas Moon Seasonal Bottles TUESDAY TUESDAY 1/2 off Select Bottles SATURDAY LIVE JAzz IN THE BAR of Wine $ $ 6 All Southern Half Price Bottles of Wine Shiners 5 Absolut Dreams 50 $ Blue$2Moon Draft 3 NC Brewed Bottles • Pacifico Absolut Dream $$5$503-22oz 2 Select Domestic Bottles WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY SUNDAY 1/2 offMiller Nachos Light Pints $150$ Coronoa/ $ 50 5 All$2Flat 50 Breads 1 Domestic Pints Lite Bottles Corona $ 50 $4 Bloody$ Marys 2 Corona/Corona Lt. Margaritas/Peach Margaritas 4 Pints $ 50 $ 50 1 Domestic 4 Frozen Margarita $ 5 White Russians THURSDAY (pick your flavor) Visit our $website

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$ (910)-452-1212 3 Guinness Cans Island Sunsets $5 SATURDAY Baybreeze/Seabreeze $4 22oz. Blue Moon Draft $3

The Other Guys (7pm; Free)

—The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.

Artistry in Jazz Big Band Concert (7pm; Free) —Carolina Beach Boardwalk, 100 Cape Fear Blvd.

1950’s Dance & Karaoke Party (7pm; $4)

—VFW Post 2573, 2722 Carolina Beach Rd.

Mon: Service Industry Night! $2 Domestic Drafts & $5 Carolina Shine Wed: $2 Fish Tacos from 12-5pm Thurs: 1/2 Price Wine w/ Butterfly Scream 7-11pm Fri: LIVE MUSIC and $4 wells Sat: LIVE MUSIC $3 Dom pints, $5 Jager, $4 Mango Mimosas Sun: Folkstone String Band Bluegrass 6-10pm

Great outside deck with ocean view!

D&D Sluggers (7pm; Free; Pop)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Port City Trio (7pm; Free; Jazz)

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

Dan St. Germain (7pm; $13; Comedy)

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

Matt Parker & The Deacons (7pm; Free; Rock)

—Holiday Inn Resort, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

Boba Funk (8pm; Free)

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

Mike Blair & The Stonewalls (8pm; Free; Rock) —Ironclad Brewery, 115 N. 2nd St.

Darryl Murrill and Jazzpel (8pm; $10; Jazz) —Reggae Hut, 121 Grace St.

Chillin Dixie (8pm; Free; Country)

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

Flint Zeigler (8pm; Free; Rock)

—Satellite Bar, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 399-2796

Live Music (8:30pm; Free)

—The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

Mickleson and Coyle (9pm; $0-$5) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Dan St. Germain (9:30pm; $13; Comedy)

—Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.;

Tom & Jane (10pm; Free; Acoustic)

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

Sunday, August 30 Sacred Harp Singers (1:30pm; Free)

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

James Jarvis (3pm; Free; Piano)

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

Tim Koehler Project (4pm; Free; Acoustic) Machine Gun (4pm; Free; Rock) —Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.

Satellite Bluegrass (6pm; Free)

—Satellite Bar, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 399-2796

Wes and Fred (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

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

Marvelous Funkshun (10pm; Cover TBA; Funk)

Opec Mic (7pm; Free)

Friday Night Fun House Follies (10:30pm; Free) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

Live Music (6pm; Free)

—The Shack at Dockside, 300 N. Lake Park Blvd.

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

Some Dudes, Vanessa Lynch (8pm; Cover TBA; Acoustic) —The Whiskey Bar, 1 S. Front St.

Elisium (8pm; $5-$7; Rock)

Saturday, August 29

—Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

Jim Seem (6pm; Free; R&B)

Trivia with John Burke (9pm; Free)

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

Reel Rooftop Concert Series (7pm; $5)

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

Quilted Sky (7pm; Free; Rock)

showstoppers

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

Daniel Parish (10pm.; Free)

—The Whiskey Bar, 1 S. Front St.

concerts outside of southeastern nc

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

Folkstone String Band (6pm; Free; Bluegrass)

—The Shack at Dockside, 300 N. Lake Park Blvd.

—The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.

Recovery Rockfest (7pm; $15-$30; Variety) —Kenan Auditorium UNCW, 601 S. College Rd.

Dan St. Germain (7pm; $13; Comedy)

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

Randy McQuay (7pm; Free)

—Holiday Inn Resort, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

Kyle Lindley (8pm; Free; Folk)

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

Jim Avett (8pm; $10-$15; Americana) —Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess St.

Monday, August 31 Heter Pan Band (12am; Free; Rock) —Duck n Dive, 114 Dock St.

Trivia (7:30pm; Free)

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

Monday Open Mic (8pm; Free)

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

Heather Rogers (9pm; Free; Acoustic)

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

End of Summer Beach Bash (8pm; $20; Variety) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040

Tuesday, September 1

Velcro (8pm; Free; ‘80s Cover)

Open Mic Night (7:30pm; Free)

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

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.;

Ghostt Bllonde (8pm; Free; Pop)

Trivia Night (8pm; Free)

—Satellite Bar, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 399-2796

Bob Workman (8pm; Free; Solo)

—Banks Channel, 530 Causeway Dr. (910) 256-2269

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

Crystal Fussell Duo (9pm; Free; Acoustic)

Saturday Night Dance Party (9pm; $5-$10)

College Karaoke (9pm; Free)

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

Dan St. Germain (9:30pm; $13; Comedy)

—Slice of Life (MJ), 3715 Patriot Way

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

—Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.;

Chris James (10pm; Free; Country)

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

Tony Barnes (10pm; Free; Country)

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; (910) 772-1400

Trucker Troy & The Convoy (10:30pm; Cover TBA) —The Whiskey Bar, 1 S. Front St.

Saturday Night Jive (8pmy; Free)

—Bellas Bar LoCAL, 19 market St.

Live Music (6pm; Free)

—The Shack at Dockside, 300 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Wednesday, September 2 Raphael Name’ (7pm; Free; Acoustic) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Karaoke (9pm; Free)

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

Chris James (9pm; Free; Country)

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

UPTOWN GUY: Rob Thomas takes the Uptown Amphitheatre stage in Charlotte on Tuesday, September 1. Courtesy photo.

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. Cabarrus st., raleigh, nc (919) 821-4111 8/28: Raleigh Gets Weird 9/1: Melanie Martinez with Handsome Ghost ZIGGY’S 170 W. 9th st., winston-salem, nc (336) 722-5000 8/28: Breaking Benjamin 8/29: Norlina, Crossing Avery and Khiana Meyer 9/2: Shwayze NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 8/29: The Steeldrivers CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN St., CARRBORO, NC 8/26: Della Mae with Jon Stickley Trio 8/29: The Good Life and Big Harp 8/30: The Cry, Lost Element, Richard Bacchus 8/31: Earth and Holy Sons 9/2: Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers, John Moreland HOUSE OF BLUES MYRTLE BEACH 4640 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC (843) 272-3000 8/28: Shoot to Thrill 8/31: Matt Parker and The Deacons

MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., durham, NC (919) 901-0875 8/29:Kylesa with Burnt Books

THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., Charlotte, NC (704) 916-8970 8/27: Tamia 8/28: Social Distortion, Nikki Lane, Drag the River 8/29: The Dean Ween Group, Benji Hughes & more RED HAT AMPHITHEATER 500 SOUTH MCDOWELL ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 996-8800 8/28: Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Uncle Kracker AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 SOUTH TRYON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 377-6874 8/26 Melanie Martinez and Handsome Ghost 8/27: Guardian Angel Dinosaur, Gabriel Jules & more 8/28: Big SMO, Haden Carpender and DJ Orig 8/29: Charlotte Metal Fest THE ORANGE PEEL 101 bILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 8/27: Big SMO and Haden Carpenter 8/28: Earl Sweatshirt, NxWorries & Remy Banks 9/3: The Wailers WALNUT CREEK AMPHITHEATRE 3801 ROCK QUARRY rd., Raleigh, nc (919) 831-6400 8/28: Darius Rucker

UPTOWN AMPHITHEATRE 1000 NC MUSIC FACTORY Blvd.., CHARLOTTE (704) 916-8970 8/26: O.A.R. 9/1: Rob Thomas

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arts>>art

Inside / Out:

Blair Nidds and Christopher Alexander paint faces and places of the Cape Fear

by: JOSEPHINE BUTLER

A

t first glance, the work of Wilmington artists Blair Nidds and Christopher Alexander seem incongruous.

Nidds’ subjects—all fragmentary portraits of faces—seem to juxtapose Alexander’s scenes of the Cape Fear. Yet, the Wilmington artists’ approach is similar. Their works poignantly, if not tragically, convey life—or signs of life—in our riverside city.

Opening Friday at downtown’s Bottega Gallery and Art Bar, Nidds and Alexander will show recent works side-by-side in an exhibition titled “Inside/Out.” While this is the first time the pair will show work together, they have long been friends, dating back to their stint as students in the studio art program at UNCW. “Blair and I always talked about doing a show, and it just kind of took awhile to get the wheels going,” Alexander says. “We have a lot of pieces that work well together.

We both have work on these really large canvases, and we both explore similar palettes—a lot of washy aquas and blues.”

This will be Alexander’s second show at Bottega. He previously hung a series of traditional Vietnamese lacquer paintings he finished while living in Vietnam. These days Alexander’s approach is quite different. In addition to printmaking, the artist works primarily in oil, with large, sweeping strokes of paint on the canvas.

“I’ve been working intensively in woodcut printmaking the past couple of years, but I’ve found that feeds into my other work,” Alexander says. “I’ve found myself doing a lot more scraping and wiping and being more aggressive with my paintings. Instead of just putting a bunch of paint on, I’ve even found myself taking some of it off, giving pieces this ghostly feel.”

Alexander’s images are eerie. Loose landscapes interrupt rusted machinery and manmade footprints, like in this piece “Sunny Point” (oil on canvas, 6-inches by 5-inches). Inspired by its namesake, it shows the large military ocean terminal just down the river.

“The Cape Fear River is my favorite part of this whole region,” Alexander tells. “You find these spots on the river where it feels like no one else is around for miles and miles, but there are these signs—power

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HAUNTING CANVAS: Blair Nidds will feature new works from her Headpiece series at Bottega this week as part of the ‘Inside/Out’ exhibition, also showing landscapes by Christopher Alexander. Courtesy photo

lines and big industrial ports—that remind you someone was here before you.”

Nidds’ work is also unnerving. Like Alexander, she uses loose strokes to flesh out portions of faces: fragments of life washed into pigments of deep viridian and blues.

“Similar to Topher’s approach to his paintings, my work is based on visual memory,” Nidds explains. “I started painting faces because I wanted to continue to practice figure drawing after I finished school, and it became a fascination. They start to feel like prints—I’m painting from muscle memory.”

Those inhibitions of placing painting on the canvas connects Nidds and Alexander.

“Our work is more intuitive,” Nidds continues. “We both observe or look at something for subject matter and start to paint what we perceive versus reality.”

Works from what she calls her “Headpiece” series echo her instinctive style, much in the vein of Euan Uglow, a British painter cited for his figurative nudes and still-life paintings. Nidds names Uglow as

an influence on her work and particularly shares the painter’s proclivity for square canvases.

“When I first started the series, I explored the idea of only painting on near-square surfaces,” Nidds says. “Now that’s expanded into portrait-scale surfaces.”

Some of those surfaces, both canvas and birch, are much larger. Nidds has one piece standing 7-feet tall, which pairs well with Alexander’s large-scale works.

“Between the two of us, we have a lot of work, some very large,” Nidds concurs. “It will really fill the space.”

“Inside/Out” will hang through September. Artgoers are invited to join Nidds and Alexander for the opening reception during the Fourth Friday Gallery Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28.

DETAILS:

Inside/Out Opening Reception

Featuring work by Blair Nidds and Christopher Alexander Friday, Aug. 28, 6 p.m.

Bottega Gallery and Art Bar 122 Princess St.

what’s hanging around the port city

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Artfuel.inc

2165 Wrightsville Ave. Mon. - Sat., noon - 7pm www.artfuelinc.com • (910) 343-5233 Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 41, featuring Candy Pegram, Aaron Collier, Eli Thompson, Brian Mergenthaler, and Sarah Collier. Show hangs for eight weeks.

ArtExposure!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10 am - 5 pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com In September there will be another 2nd Saturday “Art in Action” featuring artists working and a live model. Art in Action starts at 11 a.m. with a walk-in mixed media class for $35. The live model with begin posing at noon. The public is invited to participate.

(Bring your own supplies). A tip jar for the model will be provided.

New Elements Gallery

201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com “The Architecture of Color,” with works by Bruce Bowman and Nancy Tuttle May, opens Aug. 28, 6-9 p.m. Bowman experiments with perspective and color in his structural renderings, effectively re-contextualizing iconic landmarks. May approaches her canvases with looser brushwork and expresses daring color play with her pure abstract works. Meet with the artists during our opening reception in conjunction with downtown Wilmington’s Fourth Friday Gallery Night, and enjoy complimentary refreshments as you take in these exciting new works. The Architecture of Color will remain on view until September 19.

River to Sea Gallery

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

of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show will enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.

SUNSET RIVER Marketplace

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 • Tues.- Sat. 10 am - 5 pm www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com In the historic fishing village of Calabash, NC, over 10,000-plus square feet of fine arts is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paintings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and acrylics; plus award-winning metalworks, wood pieces, hand-blown glass, fiber art, artisanmade jewelry and more. Sunset River Marketplace has become a popular destination for visitors, a gathering place for artists and a center of the community, thanks to its onsite

pottery studio, complete with two kilns; a custom master framing department; and art classrooms for workshops and ongoing instruction.

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

200 Hanover St., CFCC parking deck, first level Tues.- Fri., 10am - 5:30pm; Sat., noon - 5:30pm (910) 362-7431 Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present the 37th Annual Tri-State Sculptors Exhibition, part of the Tri-State Sculptors Conference scheduled for Oct. 1-4 in Wilmington. The group comprises around 100 members from NC, SC and Virginia. Twenty eight members will display 40 works in the exhibition, with an additional five members displaying works in the UNCW’s outdoor exhibition. UNCW professor and North Carolina Tri-State representative Andi Steele is the organizer/chair for the TriState Sculptors Conference. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs from August 25th-October 3rd. Complimentary refreshments are provided.

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arts>>theatre

Battle: Won!

‘She Kills Monsters’ is a great ensemble show

T

by: Shea Carver

he Browncoat Pub and Theatre’s season of Amazing Wonder Stories continues with the brilliant “She Kills Monsters” by Qui Nguyen. Directed

by Nick Smith, this lovely script comes to life for a fleeting moment in time to remind us that, in the end, moments with each other really are all we have.

Brendan Carter narrates our story about two sisters 10 years apart in age: Agnes (Eleanor Stafford) and Tilly (Clare Glenn). When Tilly and their parents are suddenly killed in a car accident, Agnes must not only address the painful situation of clearing out the family home but also find a path through her grief. She discovers a battered spiral-bound notebook of Tilly’s, filled with a Dungeons and Dragons campaign.

Clearly, Stafford is the veteran performer onstage, and her descent into the

landscape of grief is nuanced, palpable and aching. Her boyfriend, Miles (Phill Antonino), suggests if she wants to know more about her sister, maybe she should try talking to her. His moment of mustering up the courage to say this to Agnes, and the longing in his voice, is mesmerizing—in the way that the couple lets the suggestion hang between them.

has glowing eyes and biting teeth, and there’s also a gelatinous cube that eats people! But, as Smith points out in his director’s note, this isn’t just a show about a role-playing game. At its heart is a show about wanting a little more time to spend with someone lost. At its soul is the process of coming to terms with wasted time—time that could have been spent with the loved one during her life.

The cast makes it real. Stafford’s dawning realization and painful journey are authentic in every way. Glenn’s brooding, disgusted, teenager who feels isolated and ignored is well-crafted, not too dramatic and over-the-top, not too emotive.

She’s a good balance between someone who wants her older sister’s attention and is scared of having her secrets found out. These two really meet each other head on; though Stafford is the veteran, she doesn’t pull back or dumb down her performance, and at each turn Glenn meets her.

Eventually, Agnes makes her way to Chuck (Andrew Liguori), a local Dungeon Master, who agrees to help her role-play Tilly’s campaign. Liguori really pulls out a great nerdy, insecure teenager who’s trying hard to impress an older, pretty woman. After much hemming and hawing, he and Agnes begin the adventure.

Finally, we meet Tilly, who in NewLandia, the world she created for this campaign, is a respected warrior traveling in the company of Kaliope (Kenyatta Sanford)—a knife-wielding elf and Lillith (Lynn Gorges) a demonic Valkyrie warrior princess gone AWOL. They discover a variety of fabulous creatures on their adventures, including the slacker King of the Underworld, Orcus (Jon Armke), and possibly the show-stealing angry fairy from hell, Farrah, voiced by Andi Angel (responding to assumptions that fairies are nice: “Did I say I was Canadian?”).

Chris Lewis as Steve and adventurer/ dragon-slayer/warrior provides much needed comedic and tension relief in every cameo he makes. Lewis is so determined and joyful in all his attempts to fulfill his quest that the audience hopes for success to be his.

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And then there is battle cheerleader succubi, Evil Tina (Jordan Mullaney), and Evil Gabbi (Merediath Stanton). That’s not really a stretch, though, is it? Meangirl cheerleaders who suck the joy and will to live from lesser beings? It’s a pretty obvious bridge from life in high school to the fantasy world—and it’s one that Vera (Lily Nicole), Agnes’ best friend (the alcoholic, disappointed school guidance counselor), is worried she will forget in order to come back from.

This is Dungeons and Dragons, so there must be a dragon, right? Smith and the design team of Aaron Willings, Jon Armke, Mark McCoy, and Blake Howard manage to pull off some wonderful effects in a very small and unaccommodating space. The multi-headed dragon

Nguyen uses the conceits of role-playing games as a vehicle for Tilly to tell her story, and share her world with people who otherwise would not understand. The writing and dialogue are really excellent, and the journey that Agnes takes unfolds organically but with all the intensity that her teenage guides live within each moment. And in the heightened space that grief exists, they still manage to laugh.

“There is not a weak performance!” my date exclaimed afterward. “Everyone was fabulous!”

He’s right; it is a great ensemble show, with a wonderful cast. They have taken a well-written script and made it pop into life. Go see this show; it really merits an audience. The whole range of human emotions will fulflill one evening: laughter, tears, fear, joy, passion, and delight—it is all there. On their quest for the perfect show, Browncoat has won this battle.

DETAILS:

She Kills Monsters

August 27-30, Sept. 3-6, 8 p.m.; Sun. matinees, 5 p.m.

Tickets: $15-$20 Browncoat Pub and Theatre 111 Grace St. www.browncoattheatre.com

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arts>>film

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‘Straight Outta Compton’ drops more beats on legacy than honesty

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Aug. 31-Sept. 4 (additional showing on Sept. 2, 4 p.m.): Playing at the Ruth & Bucky Stein Theatre, “Cartel Land” is a riveting, on-theground documentary that looks at the journeys of two modern-day vigilante groups and their shared enemy: Mexican drug cartels. Filmmaker Matthew Heineman embeds himself in the heart of darkness as Nailer, El Doctor, and the cartels each vie to bring their own brand of justice to a society where institutions have failed. (Rated R, 1 hour 38 minutes)

was always into rap music, right from the beginning. From the first time I heard artists like Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five to UTFO, I felt an awakening inside of me—the pulsing, throbbing beat of the street. The electricity of popping funky fresh rhymes and dropping dope beats originated from the inner city. And somehow this resonated with with me—how could it not? I grew up on the mean fairways of South Florida; my private school uniform was my personal cage. Hip-hop became a passion and escape from the well-landscaped hell that was my youth.

N.W.A. was impossible to ignore. Dropping sick rhymes and pushing the media’s buttons felt effortless. While there were other hip-hop acts preaching the truth about inequality, no one felt as dangerous or as raw as N.W.A.’s Dr. Dre, Eazy-E and Ice Cube. The movie “Straight Outta Compton” chronicles the group’s rise, and doesn’t feel nearly as intimidating or dynamic. It’s a good movie, but it never quite gets to great.

I’ll admit: I was nervous when I heard they were making a movie about N.W.A. Musical biopics are such formulaic affairs: Introduce the artist in question, show the struggle they went through to achieve success, and then spend a lot of time trying to provide the backstory of how their most famous songs were written. God, I hate those scenes—the one where the musician has that “light bulb” moment, the creative epiphany that leads to their big hit. I always picture John C. Reilley in the hilarious and underrated “Walk Hard” looking up into the sky at the moment of creative inception.

There are several hilarious moments like this throughout “Straight Outta Compton,” like when our heroes are unfairly harassed by the LAPD only to write their famous “Fuck the Police” 5 minutes later. Movies like this have to compress a lot of history, but there are so many scenes that take place in the studio as a litany of hit songs are conceived and recorded in nanoseconds. One scene shows Dr. Dre playing a keyboard as Snoop Dogg stumbles and starts freestyling every verse to “Nothin’ But a G-Thang.” Eazy-E is moments away from dying, and his friends stop by to drop off a tape of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony. Yes, we get it. These guys were smart, talented and prolific. The movie can’t go 5 minutes without reminding the audience. The film-

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SLICE OF MUSICAL HISTORY: ‘Straight Outta Compton’ captures successful rise of N.W.A. in a decent musical biopic. Courtesy photo

makers seem more motivated by establishing an honest portrayal of the characters.

For example, at one point in the movie Ice Cube’s wife walks up and says to her husband, “How’s ‘Friday’ coming along?” referencing the comedy he would one day make. I think most people familiar with Ice Cube would be familiar with “Friday.” Apparently, the filmmakers wanted everyone to be sure they knew that Ice Cube was responsible for the comedy classic.

“Straight Outta Compton” is a ridiculously entertaining movie that tries a little bit too hard to stress the relevance of the artists portrayed. I’m sure there are people out there who aren’t familiar with pop culture mainstays like Ice Cube, Dr. Dre and Eazy-E, and equally unfamiliar with their contributions to music and film. Director F. Gary Gray (“Friday”) seems to have some kind of strange obsession with making sure to cover every connection and contribution by shoehorning in strange references at awkward times.

The movie works best when it focuses on our young trio of artists. Dre (Corey Hawkins), Cube (O’Shea Jackson Jr.) and Eazy-E (Jason Mitchell) are talented performers who really do an admirable job of being as charismatic and engrossing as their real-life counterparts.

Paul Giamatti brings gravitas to what could have been just another cookie-cutter villain role. My only real complaint about the character portrayals is the kid gloves they

have been treated with. They’re all angelic.

Once again, the idea of legacy seems more important than the concept of honesty.

Even with these criticisms, I still really enjoyed “Straight Outta Compton.” It’s a great slice of music history with some solid performances and great music. The movie moves, never lingering too long on any one event. It starts out fast and never slows down, sprinkling equal time to the characters, their music and their meteoric rise to success. While the musical biopic has been stale, “Straight Outta Compton” manages to stay fresh.

DETAILS:

Straight Outta Compton ★★ ★ ★ ★ Starring: O’Shea Jackson Jr., Corey Hawkins, Jason Mitchell Directed by: Gary Gray Rating: R

Aug. 30: The Classic Movie at the Lake at Carolina Beach Lake Park features “Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation” (1962). Starring Jimmy Stewart, this comedy tells the story of a man who wants to spend a quiet holiday at the beach, but his wife has invited all their family to stay with them. Film begins at dusk (about 8:45 p.m.). (Rated G, 1 hour 56 minutes)

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Oceanic Seafood Restaurant • 703 S Lumina Ave • (910) 256-5551

American BLUEWATER

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

Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256.8500.

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

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

Blue surf cafÉ

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

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

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily Specials, Gluten Free Menu, Gourmet Hot Chocolates, Outdoor Patio, New Artist event first Friday of every month and Kids Menu.

■ WEBSITE: www.bluesurfcafe.com

buffalo wild wings

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

Plus…salads, wraps, flatbreads, burgers, and more. Tons of Big screen TVs and all your favorite sports. We have daily drink specials, a HUGE draft selection, and Free Trivia all day every day. Come in for our Weekday Lunch Specials, only $5.99 from 11am-2pm. Visit us for Wing Tuesdays with 60 cent wings all day long, or Boneless Thursdays with 60 cent boneless wings all day long. Buffalo Wild Wings is a great place to dine in or take out.

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

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

East oceanfront dining at blockade runner

Award-winning cuisine accompanied by the sounds of breaking surf + a soothing coastal breeze, that's East Oceanfront Dining. Our chef, Ben Ramsey, will pleasure your palate with

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fresh local seafood, produce from our own gardenscape + other harvest from local purveyors. Chef Ramsey is focused on the best of what our region has to offer and he + his staff are delighted to serve you. You'll dine in the comfort of our relaxing restaurant or if you choose, our canopied, oceanfront deck provides a memorable ambiance for any evening.

If you're looking for a more casual bite or maybe just a drink or two before dinner, have a seat in the Aquarium Lounge. A great selection of wine, beer or spirits can provide just what you're looking for as you settle in for an evening of coastal culture. For reservations and information concerning best rates and packages, please call 1-800-541-1161.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: The Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

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

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

elijah's

Halligan's pub

Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets.

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

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

eternal sunshine cafÉ

Wilmington’s new unique restaurant, Eternal Sunshine Café,

“Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous drinks lift the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” number one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll understand why. Of course, we also serve a full selection of other delicious entrees including seafood, steak and pasta, as well as a wide assortment of burgers, sandwiches (Halligan’s Cheese Steak), and salads. And if you are looking for a friendly watering hole where you can raise a glass or two with friends, new and old, Halligan’s Public House boasts a comfortable bar where fun-loving bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills the air. Stop by Halligan’s Public House today, “When you’re at Halligan’s....you’re at home.” With 12 beers on tap and

16 flat screen TVs, you can watch your favorite game and enjoy your favorite drink. Enjoy two locatons: 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd., and 1900 Eastwood Rd. in Lumina Station.

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

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

HENRY’S

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

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

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com

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

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

featuring some southeast favorites and a few from the bayou. Ogden Tap Room offers a selection the whole family will enjoy. With 40 beers on tap from around the world, The O Tap is a Craft Beer Enthusiast dream come true. Ogden Tap Room also has a great wine selection as well as a full bar featuring the areas largest Bourbon selection. You are sure to leave Ogden Tap Room a happy camper.

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

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

The little dipper

pine valley market

Holiday Inn Resort

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

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

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

■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day through October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; "Date night menu," $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

HOPS SUPPLY CO.

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

Ogden Tap Room

the trolly stop

The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar

Wilmington’s go to Southern Gastro-Pub. With a menu

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern

North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken).

Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), allbeef (Sabrett), pork smoked sausage, 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 Look at our website trollystophotdogs.com Catering available, now a large portion of our business. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

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

Southport (910) 457-7017 Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 - COMING SOON! ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

Asian Big Thai II

From the minute you walk through the door to the wonderful selection of authentic Thai cuisine, Big Thai II offers you a tranquil and charming atmosphere - perfect start to a memorable dinner. For the lunchtime crowd, the luncheon specials provide a great opportunity to get away. The menu is filled with carefully prepared dishes such as Pad Thai (Chicken, Beef, Pork or Tofu pan-fried rice noodles with eggs, peanuts, bean sprouts, carrots, and chives in a sweet and savory sauce) and Masaman Curry (The mildest of all curries, this peanut base curry is creamy and delicious with potatoes, cashew nuts and creamy avocado). But you shouldn’t rush into a main entrée right away! You will be missing out on a deliciously appetizing Thai favorite, Nam Sod (Ground Pork blended with fresh chili, green onion, ginger and peanuts).

And be sure to save room for a piece of their fabulous Coconut Cake! A trip to Big Thai II is an experience that you’ll

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never forget. If the fast and friendly service doesn’t keep you coming back, the great food will! 1319 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-6588 ■ Serving Lunch: Mon-Fri 11 a.m. -.2:30 p.m.

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

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

tions coming together in the kitchen. Recipes are passed on this way through the generations so that the food you are tasting today is influenced by the knowledge of the past.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thur 11am to 3pm and 4:30 to 9:30pm; Fri 11am to 3pm and 4:30 to 10pm; Sat 12 to 10pm; Closed Sunday ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Authentic Thai Cuisine ■ WEBSITE: www.southernthairestaurant.com

indochine restaurant & Lounge

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.

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

kabuki korean cafÉ and sushi

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Oleander Drive.

■ FEATURING: Wilmington’s only authentic Korean restaurant!

KYOTO ASIAN GRILLE

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

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

southern thai

Our menu is centered around authentic Thai cuisine and features traditional dishes as well as chef-inspired dishes.

We always deliver authentic Thai cuisine mixed with southern hospitality. Thailand can be culturally divided into 4 main regions: North, North Central, Central & South. The diverse topography and cultures lend their way to creating unique cuisines in each region. Meals are prepared by all genera-

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■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch Specials

thai spice

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

gREEK The greeks

The Greeks is a two-store (going on three), family-ownedand-operated Greek restaurant. Since 2011 Chef Georgios Papanikolaou and his family have been giving unwavering attention to detail to their food, which represents Greek culture. The chef picks fresh local produce and proteins on a daily basis. The spices and herbs are imported from Greece, where they are picked wild from the mountains, sealed and then transported here. The family keeps their Greek roots close to their heart; with each dish they are recreating exactly the same flavors that a person will experience should they be in Greece. With a plethora of recipes to choose from and the best gyro in town, the family hopes to expand without compromising an iota of the experience.

124 Princess St.; 910-343-6933 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday 10:00AM to 3:00PM Tuesday-Sunday 10:00AM to 9:00PM ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown and Monkey Junction ■ WEBSITE/SOCIAL MEDIA: www.the-greeks.com or www. facebook.com/thegreeksnc

Healthy Clean Eatz CafÉ

This café is your one stop shop to start living a healthy lifestyle. Everything on the menu is under 500 calories and 10 grams of fat unless you order otherwise. The café offers dine in, carryout, or get an entire weeks worth of meals by signing up for our weekly prepackaged meal service. We

in our "tandoor" clay oven fresh, daily. We take pride in offering a great selection of vegetarian entrees made with healthy spices, vegetables and herbs. We also serve vegan and gluten-free items, all aromatic and full of flavor. Our professional chef ensures our lavash and extensive menu appeals to all palates, whether choosing vegetarian, chicken, lamb, goat, or seafood. Our dining area is modern and upscale, yet steeped in Indian tradition. We have a full-service bar and are open seven days a week. We do take-out, delivery and welcome private parties. Live music and dance every Saturday. Please, check our website or facebook page for more information. www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com - 5 S. Water Street, (910) 833-5262.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com

tandoori bites

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

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

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

yosake downtown sushi lounge

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dinner Theatre theatrenow

TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events. Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street 910.399.3NOW (3669).

Hours vary.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington and Greater Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more

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also do customized food prep to fit anyone's diet needs.

Stop by Clean Eatz today to start a new you. You only have one life, Make it count!

Lifestyle tip: Resolutions usually fail due to the stress we put on ourselves to change so quickly. Make simple changes one by one. We didn’t get where we are at overnight. Baby lifestyle steps: Eliminate fried foods, drive thrus, alcohol, or sugar first. Add a new goal each week. You got this! 203 Racine drive,Wilmington NC 28403. (910) 452-3733.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday- Friday: 11-7, Saturday: 11-3 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.cleaneatz.net

Indian kabob and grill

Welcome to Kabob and Grill, downtown Wilmington's only fine Indian restaurant. Located on Water Street, overlooking the Cape Fear River, Kabob and Grill innovatesexotic flavors of Indian kabobs and curries. Kabobs are baked to perfection

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

Italian eddie romanelli's

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.- Thurs. 11 a.m. – 10

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

Fat Tony’s Italian Pub

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

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

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

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

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

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

las and burritos, to chef's specialty items, like molcajete or borrego, a taste of familiar and exotic can be enjoyed. All of La Costa's pico de gallo, guacamole, salsas, chile-chipotle, enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily. Add to it a 16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.25 on Mondays and Tuesdays at all locations, and every meal is complete.

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

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

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

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

San Felipe Mexican Restaurant

Seafood

Slice of life

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

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

a taste of italy

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

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

Jamaican JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

Tucked in the corner of University Landing, a block from UNCW is the hidden gem of Wilmington’s international cui-

Latin American CEVICHE'S

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

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

san juan CafÉ

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

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

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

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

Mexican 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, quesadil-

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

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

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

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

Organic lovey's natural foods & cafÉ

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

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

whole foods market

Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive

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Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina.

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

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

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

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

Dock Street oyster bar

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

(910) 762-2827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown

■ FEATURING: Fresh daily steamed oysters.

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

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: Dining on the newly renovated Crystal Pier ■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

The pilot house

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

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

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

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. (910-458-7380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). 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; Fri-Sat: 11amMidnight ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on Facebook!

■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com

smoothies and more Tropical smoothie cafÉ

Tropical Smoothie Café’s menu boasts bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal, all made to order from the freshest ingredients. Our toasted wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads and gourmet salads are made fresh with highest quality of meats and cheeses, topped with fresh produce and flavorful sauces, available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The fun atmosphere and unparalleled hospitality brings customers back to Tropical Smoothie Café again and again. At

Tropical Smoothie, we are guided by one simple belief: When you eat better, you feel better and when you feel better, all is better. It's part of our mission to inspire a healthier lifestyle by serving amazing food and smoothies with a bit of tropical fun. 2804 S. College Road, Long Leaf Mall. (910) 769-3939.

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

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.

Rx Restaurant & bar

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

421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080.

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

dig and dive

A new way to play with your food.” It isn’t just a catch phrase—it is what we do at Dig & Dive. Locally sourced, high-quality food is what we bring to the table. From our specialty “pork wings,” tossed in our famed bourbon-barrell Kentuckyaki sauce, to our fresh ground chuck burgers, to our dogs and sausages, and even salads and kids menu, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We pair it with an expansive craft beer selection—including a large selection of NC brewed beers—and we give you the most unique and fun atmosphere in Wilmington, thanks to our soft-sand volleyball courts, outdoor and indoor dining. Hands down, we’re the best place in town to ... Eat. Drink. Play. 3525 Lancelot Lane. 910-202-9350.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.DigandDive.com

hell's kitchen

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

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

- Thursday 4-7 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

vegetarian/Vegan sealevel restaurant

At Sealevel City Gourmet Restaurant and Bar, all shortsleeved T-shirts are back-to-school priced! Shop the latest styles and colors while the cook prepares your handmade vittles! How about a lentil patty melt with fresh , handcut potato chips or a crisp salad for lunch? If you’re looking for a high-fiber plate, we’ve got you covered: the brown-rice tortilla—which is gluten free, vegan and chockful of crunchy vegetables and creamy smoky eggplant spread and avocado— will surely suit you! With a side of creole-spiced organic red beans or our superb vegan purple coleslaw, it will be over the top! Vegan heaven exists: We serve sushi rolls and desserts especially to suit your preferences. Seafood lovers are mad about the shrimp burger, soft crab slider and the frequently featured Caribbean-spiced shrimp tostada, which combines the aforementioned purple slaw, spicy Jerk sauce, and cool avocado, and organic refried lentils on a crispy corn tortilla.

Please stop in for lunch six days (not Tuesday/closed) from 11 am to 2 pm, and dinner Thursday through Saturday, 5 pm to 9 pm 1015 S. Kerr Ave. 910-833-7196.

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

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

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pembroke's

A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant. Pembroke’s focuses on the same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce. They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds. 1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-239-9153.

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

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

Sports Bar Carolina Ale House

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

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yo, dj! spin those beets!

Funky Fresh Food Truck delivers a tasty remix of farm-to-table

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by: ROSA BIANCA

t’s a Thursday. I’m sipping my way down NOFO to meet friends for our weekly celebration of “Little Friday.” It’s an occasion that calls for all-things frothy, and Flytrap Brewery is the next stop of choice. Treading toward the picnic tables, I suddenly find myself face-to-face with “The Mystery Machine.” Scooby is nowhere in sight. I take a few steps toward the groovy bus and see a white board covered in delicious scribbles.

It’s a menu—a damn good menu. Seemingly, I stumble into the magical world of Funky Fresh Food Truck ... and what a gnarly ride!

when I see one. In true farm-to-table fashion, Funky Fresh delivers fare inspired by what’s growing currently and where. Seasonal cooking is all about being adaptable and finding imaginative ways to fuse artistic creativity with what the land has to offer.

Hey, Chef Evans: #nailedit With a focus on regional availability, Funky Fresh’s menu ranges from trip to trip. Still, Chef Evans keeps some house staples handy, like whole fried fish and a few righteous spins on the traditional burg-

Funky Fresh is the tasty brain child of John Oliver Evans. It only takes one look at his eclectic, ever-changing menu to see the chef is fluent in food. Evans is a master of “bridging the gap between farm and fork.”

One mouthful of his fried snapper has me a believer. Trust me: I know a superpower

FLUENT IN FOOD: Chef John Oliver Evans’ Funky Fresh Food Truck does all-things delicious, from whole fried snapper (above) to a shrimp burger piled high with spicy cole slaw. Photos by Holland Dotts Photography, taken at Flytrap Brewery (319 Walnut St.), where the food truck parks frequently.

component melds and comes with a gentle sear on the flat top. This is the kind of dish that won’t make diners ask, “Who stole my cheese?” Each savory bite drips with creamy, melted mozzarella to create an ideal textural contrast to the yeasty chew of the bread (full disclosure: I considered taking a nap inside of it).

er. Words like “bacon jam” and “rib eye tacos” pop when scouring previous menus.

After sliding into my stretchy pants, and dreaming of sweet corn and nori fritters, I had to remind myself that farm-driven cuisine means anything is possible. In other words, banking on a consistent menu just isn’t an option—but open minds and empty stomachs always are welcome.

Specials: TUES NIGHT: 1/2 price wine by the glass WED NIGHT: $3 Draft night SUNDAY BRUNCH: 10am - 3pm SUNDAY DINNER: 5pm - 9pm OPEN TUES - THURS 5PM - 10PM FRI AND SAT 5PM - 10:30PM www . rxwilmington . com

421 c astle s t • (910) 399-3080

Though the chicken Philly may seem like a pretty tame dish for a truck whose first impression is a kaleidoscope of neon swirls and animal portraits, Chef Evans gets it right. The gooey, steaming hot sub innocently rests in a checkered basket, but the Philly’s vessel is a crisp, toasted hoagie roll split down the middle, with its insides spilling over the top of the bun. It’s the epitome of sandwich perfection. The cheese-smothered, thinly sliced chicken tastes succulent, meaty and tangled with sautéed onions and peppers. In true Philly fashion, every

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Next up: the fried shrimp burger—a badass sandwich I was sure would eat me first. The recommendation, straight from the chef himself, overflows with spicy slaw and rests inside a buttery, glistening bun. A thin smear of rich aioli curbs the heat, and the flavors intertwine in a fresh and intense profile. The shrimp are briny and tender, under a flash-fried outer layer. Each salty bite complements a savory crunch. Better yet—and in an unexpected twist—the slaw stands front and center as the main attraction. Its gentle tanginess coddles every bite before the sharp, fiery heat smacks the palate. Well played, slaw. Well played.

thin, elegant cornmeal crust of deep-fried goodness. The fork slides between the crisp breading and juicy meat so easily.

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No meal is complete without some form of fried potatoes, and the tots don’t dissapoint either. I suggest the golden morsels come doused in cheese (since it was “Little Friday,” I needed to congratulate myself on a hard work week and all). They meet all tot standards: crackly on the outside and airy on the inside. The cheese takes on a lightcolored sauce, not too heavy, and doesn’t overwhelm the potatoes. With every pop of the crumbly, cheese-drizzled nuggets and the sip of a Flytrap brew, I couldn’t help but concur with my pals: “Yeah, life is good.”

All in all—and to put it bluntly—Funky Fresh Food Truck is doing the damn thing.

As consumers, when a vow is made—in this case to be funky and fresh—well, we expect that promise to be met. Chef Evans delivers new-age, diverse farm-to-table fare. On a whim of where to eat, I’d follow this truck anywhere. They’re proving the food truck race is coming on strong in Wilmington—and, well, I’ll continue lining However, the snapper holds the most up for the show. star power on this particular menu. (Also, it was listed first; I may not be good at math, but I know being number one is good.) Typically, when I go to a food truck, I expect ta- Funky Fresh Food Truck cos. So when out comes a head-to-tail, fully Various spots across town; visit online alert, whole fried fish—well, “We’re not in for dates, times and locations.

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Keeping Momentum:

August (Beer) Festival celebrates rise of craft beer and raises funds for local Brewer’s Guild

by: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

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or years Asheville and Charlotte have been setting the standard for a growing craft-beer industry in North Carolina. Now other cities, including Wilmington, have started to catch up. There is no end in sight for the Port City’s brewery boom—with about a half dozen sprouting up in the last three years. And, so, wny not celebrate and keep momentum? On Saturday, August 29 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Ironclad Brewery (115 N. 2nd St.) will host the first August Festival. Alongside craft beers, various wines and food will be served, and funds raised will go toward forming a regional Brewer’s Guild.

The festival will promote local breweries and their brewing staffs, with an introduction from local brewers at 3 p.m. At that time, tap lines will close for 10 minutes so attendees can hear from folks representing seven local breweries, including

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Ironclad Brewery owner and August Festival organizer, Ted Coughlin, thinks this is a great time and way to thank everyone in the region for supporting the local breweries. encore got the rundown from Coughlin about the festival, and talked massproduced versus local craft beers, as well as the importance of forming a regional Brewer’s Guild. encore (e): What sparked the idea for the August Festival?

Ted Coughlin (TC): Naturally, the conversation started while enjoying a craft beer. Several people are not aware of the craft brewery growth in the region. Craft breweries are a major economic growth driver in many cities across the U.S., and this region is now starting to see the benefits. The August Festival is a way to celebrate the boom in the region. The goals of the festival are to showcase the local breweries and their respective brewers [and] help fund a local brewers guild. e: Tell us a little more about the brews the festival will feature. What beers are you looking forward to having?

TC: Each brewery is bringing beers that they believe best showcase their respective brewery. Personally, I am what is referred to as a “Hop Head.” I love craft beers with lots of hops, i.e. India Pale Ales (IPAs). I have tasted all of the IPAs from the local breweries and they are outstanding. e: As this celebrates the growing brewing industry, what do you credit the growth to in Wilmington?

TC: Changes to state regulations as well as local changes allowing zoning for breweries are part of the reason for the growth. The craft-beer scene has been booming across the United States for the last 25 years. This region is now playing catch up to the rest of the country.

I was recently asked if Wilmington is reaching its capacity on breweries. I told them to visit one of the local beer distributors. If you walked through their warehouses in Wilmington, you would see this area is importing over 95 percent of its beer today. So the current breweries are providing just a small fraction of beer being consumed locally. This will change as people start tasting fresh brewed craft

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CRAFTY BUSINESS: The first August Festival will be held at Ironclad Brewery (115 N. 2nd St.) on Saturday, Aug. 29 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Courtesy photo.

beer. There is a huge difference between a fresh craft beer and large production beers that have been sitting for months in warehouses. Beer has a much shorter shelf life than other alcoholic beverages.

beer from their local breweries. Once a person is converted ,they will start sampling brews from all of the local breweries.

e: Tell us more about the Brewer’s Guild—its purpose and why is it impore: As a relatively new stakeholder in tant to start? the local brewing industry, what was TC: We are in the beginning stages. A the appeal to open here? local Brewer’s Guild will be a medium to TC: When I traveled to Wilmington in share ideas, talents and lessons learned. previous years, and eventually moved Collectively, we will market within and outhere two years ago, I noticed there was side the region. With greater buying powonly one brewery. This region was im- er, we hope to reduce prices of inventory porting 99-percent of its beer at the time. with bulk buys of ingredients. We will eduWilmington has great amenities with cate local consumers on the difference beautiful beaches, a historic downtown, between craft and mass-produced beer. and most important, it has outstanding There will be significant growth in the residents who care about the future of the craft brew scene for years to come. By region. I thought additional craft breweries 2020 the local breweries will brew more would add to the appeal. than five times the amount currently. This e: What’s the relationship like be- will still only account for 25 percent of lotween the brewers? Is it competitive or cally consumed beer, but the local ecosupportive—or a healthy combination? nomic impact from the craft breweries will TC: I have really enjoyed getting to be more than $50 million per year and anknow the local brewers. They all under- cillary business will begin to flourish. stand that if we work together via a guild, we will have much more of an impact. It is truly a supportive group that will go out of their way to help each other.

The current breweries are providing just a small fraction of beer being consumed locally. So we aren’t competing against each other. We need to educate the region that craft beer is far better than massproduced beer that sits in warehouses for months at a time. This will change as people start tasting fresh brewed craft

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Various Breweries Saturday, Aug. 29, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Ironclad Brewery • 115 N. 2nd St. $45 at Bombers Bev Co. and Cape Fear Wine and Beer www.ironcladbrewery.com

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CULINARY CALENDAR:

Belly up to a host of decadent events, filling up the fall season fast

by: SHEA CARVER

neighbors who share our Carolina home.

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nd it’s almost here: pumpkin beer and bratwurst, candy-filled Halloween bags and bobbing for apples, Thanksgiving turkeys and stuffing, holiday parties and pickme-ups The quintessential fall season brings with it a host of eat-and-drink fests. As the swimsuit season pares down, the sweater season gains heat, and that means more freedom to indulge on stick-to-your-ribs grub. Here are a few of our favorite culinary events happening in the coming months that will sate every sweet and savory tooth imaginable. And some even benefit charity—isn’t that just delicious?

NC Spot Festival Sept. 26, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Sept. 27, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

14221 US-17 Hampstead, NC www.ncspotfestival.com Arts and crafts, food vendors, children’s zone, with blow-up rides, camel and pony rides, gem-mining, and more are all part of the Hampstead festival that celebrates the spot fish! Children 12 and under are admitted free; otherwise there is a $3 entry (no pets, no coolers). Lawn chairs welcome.Spot dinners, which includes two spot fish, hush puppies, French fries, and coleslaw, will be sold for only $8. Also, there will be a Spot Festival 5k on Sept. 28: register online!

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Epicurean Evening Sept. 3, 5:30 p.m.

Wilmington Convention Center 515 Nutt Street www.wilmingtonee.com The ninth annual culinary extravaganza, featuring restaurants, bakeries, and breweries. or brewery. Emceed by Frances Weller, with featured speaker Sherry King, live auction, tastes of the competition between epicureans (Bistro at Duplin Winery, Catering Thyme, East, Elijah’s, Hilton, Little Dipper, Low Tide Pub, 22 North, and more). Tickets are $125; all monies go to the Methodist Home for Children.

A Taste of the Town Sept. 22, 6 p.m.

Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. www.thalianhall.org Every year Thalian Hall holds a delicious tour across downtown restaurants, with proceeds benefitting the performing arts center.

For $45 a ticket, culinarians will be hauled via trolley—or by foot, should one please—to all participants. They’ll be given a map of the restaurants, and at each stop will taste decadent tapas before voting on best appetizer, best entrée and best overall.

Flavor of NC Sept. 26, 6:30 p.m.

St. James Parish, Lee Perry Hall 25 S. 3rd St. www.goodshepherdwilmington.org Experience the three regions of North Carolina as chefs, musicians and performers present the flavors of the mountains, Piedmont and coast. Experience regional food, wines, beers, locally roasted coffees, and a lemonade bar. Enjoy the culture and uniqueness of our state as you help Good Shepherd Center provide a pathway to selfsufficiency for our hungry and homeless

Greenfield Lake Garden Party Oct. 3, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Greenfield Lake’s Dr. Heber W. Johnson Rotary Garden • 1940 Amphitheatre Dr. With proceeds benefitting the Greenfield Lake Collaborative Endowment Fund to help beautify Greenfield Lake, the $55 ticket to the annual fall garden party comes with all kinds of goodies. There will be an open cigar bar and an open bourbon bar, hosted by Trey Herring’s Carolina Bourbon—which will serve up the official Greenfield Cocktail. Plus, a pig pickin’ will take place, courtesy of Skylight BBQ Inn and Cheshire Farms Heritage Pork. Live entertainment will be played by Paleo Sun, featuring Sai Collins, and other goodies are in store! Oh, yeah ... and you can get half-price tickets this week only at encoredeals.com ($27.50)!

Taste of Wrightsville Beach Oct. 10, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Marine Max 130 Short St, Wrightsville Beach www.wrightsvillebeachfoundation.org The festival will celebrate the island’s diverse and delicious fare on and around the beach, with over 30 local cuisine, beer and wine tasting booths. Celebrity judges will rate the dishes with a “Best in Show” and participants will select the “People’s Choice” award.

Net proceeds will be divied up as such: 20 percent toward the New Hanover County Weekend Meals on Wheels program; 30 percent toward the Cape Fear Community College Pineapple Guild Club for Hotel-Restaurant and Culinary Technology students to help fund their annual trip to the National Restaurant Association Expo in Chicago; 25 percent toward Wrightsville Beach Park Amenities and Pro-

CRABBY DELIGHT: Low Tide Pub’s famed crab cakes! The restaurant, located near UNCW off Fountain Drive, will participate in the annual Epicurean Evening event. Courtesy photo.

grams; 25 percent toward Wrightsville Beach Beautification Projects. Tickets: $50-$100.

Encore Restaurant Week Oct. 21-28 Various locations across Wilmington! www.encorerestaurantweek.com It’s the tastiest week of fall! Encore Restaurant Week features special prix-fixe deals all across Wilmington. From low-country to French, Indian to Italian, American and beyond, diners get a taste of all styles of cuisine without breaking the bank. Visit www.encorerestaurantweek.com to see all participants and menus, or pick up the Encore Restaurant Week Menu Guide at free-standing locations in October.

Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival Oct. 23-24 Battleship NC and off Randall Pkwy. www.lighthousebeerandwine.com Beer. It gets everyone excited! The annual Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival manages much anticipation annually as it brings thousands of people out to sip on craft brews and tasty wine for a day of imbibing and live music.

Oh, and it raises money for Carousel Center for Abused Children, too.

This year their Voracious Rare Beer Festival kicks off on the deck of the Battleship NC on Oct. 23. This tasting features underground sought-after beers that will excite any beer aficianado.Tickets are limited ($75), and the event takes place from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

On Saturday, Oct. 24, beginning at noon ($30)—or 11 a.m. for VIP pass holders ($40)— the official festival kicks off. It will feature over

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RAUNCHY AND RAW:

Charles Bukowski becomes subject of reading and musical

by: Shea carver

STOP TRYING: Introducing the no-holds-barred world of Charles Bukowski in Thursday’s reading at Old Books on Front Street and in September’s C’est La Guerre production of ‘Bukowskical.’ Courtesy photo

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riters want a devoted reader—at least one person who pays attention to their musings. Even better: When he or she gets the nuance of prose as it reveals the spectacular, the offensive, the surreal, the horror, the fantasy, the reality—the world through a variation of signs and communications, thought and imagination, research and observation. When a writer gets an FBI file put on him because of his work, well, he might as well pat himself on the back for a job well done. Not only is someone paying attention, powers that be are.

Hailed as “the American laureate of the lowlife,” Charles Bukowski’s “Notes of a Dirty Old Man,” published in the L.A. underground paper, Open City, in 1969, were flagged by the FBI. Bukowski spout tell-itlike-it-is humor and observations of his life without filter. He wrote about encounters with prostitutes, sexual trysts with married women, the bore of work, the drudgery of poor America, and alcohol-fueled escapades, all bent by crude humor and a free psyche that cared none of what others thought. He achieved what most writers only hope to: absolute truth, even of his own volition. More so, he did it by simply not trying. In a letter he wrote in 1963 to American writer and professor John William Corrington, Bukowski explained: “Somebody . . . asked me: How do you write, create?’ ‘You don’t,’ I told them. ‘You don’t try.’ That’s very important: not to try, either for Cadillacs, creation or immortality.

You wait, and if nothing happens, you wait some more.”

The man behind the novels (“Ham on Rye”) and poems (“Play the Piano Drunk Like a Percussion Instrument Until the Fingers Begin to Bleed a Bit”), short stories (“All the Assholes in the World and Mine”) and nonfiction (“The Bukowski/Purdy Letters”) didn’t only capture his life and words on paper, he did live radio recordings and readings. One of his most well-known works, “Barfly,” made it to the screen in the ’80s, and featured Mickey Rourke and Faye Dunaway. Up until Bukowski’s death from leukemia in 1994, he continued to write, across a multitude of mediums, from books to TV. “All of Buk’s work is autobiographical, but under the guise of fiction,” Nina Bays Cournoyer tells. Cournoyer’s local production company, C’est La Guerre, which is corun by Georgy Domby and Nina’s husband, Bryan, are planning a Bukowski celebra-

tion of events in honor of their September production, “Bukowsical.” C’est La Guerre chose “Bukowsical” as the second play they’ll produce since launching in 2014. It hits the mark on their desire to explore underground theatre—works perhaps not considered across other bills in town and held in non-traditional spaces, outside of theaters. “Bukowsical” will be hosted in Front Street Brewery’s thirdfloor Beam Room.

“I saw the piece when it first ran in Los Angeles around 2006,” Nina notes. “It’s a show that works best in an intimate space, and is all at once cerebral, theatrical and unapologetically raw. It pushes the limits of comfort on themes like alcohol, sex and general disillusionment with life that Charles Bukowski is known for, and seasons it liberally with humor and ridiculously good music.”

Written as a “backer’s audition,” the show follows an unknown theatre group trying to get their show to Broadway. Nina compares it to Christopher Guest’s famed “Waiting for Guffman.” Yet, “Bukowsical” goes into more detail about the process of the show’s production rather than its finalized piece.

“The audience navigates Bukowski’s life, with the help of ‘The Founder’ character—as in founder of the theater troupe, who narrates the journey,” Nina tells. “You get insight into his childhood, his relationships—with both people and alcohol—and his very slow rise to fame.”

Music plays a large role in the show, befitting of Bukowski, who was considered a rock-star literary figure among many. He’s been hailed and referenced in music and pop culture by the likes of Tom Waits, Bono and Modest Mouse.

“The music runs the gamut of styles: jazz, rock, Latin, traditional Broadway ballads, and ensembles,” tells George, who will direct the music of the show.

Parodies of well-known Broadway musicals are referenced as well (“A Chorus Line,” “Les Mis”). “They are as catchy and memorable as any traditional Broadway musical,” George tells. “You don’t have to be Bukowski fan to enjoy this show. The book and lyrics are so smart and funny, and the songs are simply fantastic.”

Before the musical gets underway, C’est La Guerre have held special events to educate the public on Charles Bukowski. They hosted a free screening of “Barfly” at Satellite on Aug. 20.

“When I was in high school, my friends and I would stay up all night watching every movie on Cinemax or HBO, and we’d talk about them the next day,” Bryan remembers. “Well, we all caught ‘Barfly’ one night, and we couldn’t believe what we had watched. It was so raw and spoke on themes that any disillusioned kid would want to find out more about. And Mickey Rourke was such a huge character in that movie; it was just beautiful and true. That’s how I got hooked [on Bukowski].”

Bryan will be directing the debut of “Bukowsical” and acting in it, which is slated to open Thursday, Sept. 18. In addition to Brendan Carter as Bukowski, the cast will consist of Tony Choufani, Beth Corvino, Devin DiMattia, George Domby, Anna Gamel, Erik Maasch, Jeff Phillips, and Katherine Rudeseal; Rudeseal also is choreographing the show. Before it premieres, C’est La Guerre is holding another outreach event on Thursday, Aug. 27, at 7:30 p.m.

They will be doing readings of Bukowski’s work at Old Books on Front Street.

“My first introduction to Bukowski was in college, when I read ‘Ham on Rye,’” Nina tells. “It was a style of writing that I hadn’t really experienced before—staccato in rhythm, and voicing the kind of things you might think in a brief uncensored moment but feel like a terrible person [for doing so] afterward. It was refreshing and disturbing, and of course, as soon as I was living in L.A. [where Bukowski lived], his work took on another level of meaning for me.”

Slated for the informal reading are Bridget Callahan, Bob Workmon, Mike Johnson, Gina Gambony, Paul Lemme, Brendan Carter, as well as Nina and Bryan Cournoyer. They’ll be reading 5 to 7 minutes each, from any and all of Bukowski’s works.

They’re also welcoming more people who wish to sign up to read (e-mail clg.presents@gmail.com ahead of time, or sign up the night of the reading). Wine and beer will be available for purchase, and they’ll be serving ham on rye sandwiches.

“We’re hoping to introduce people to Bukowski’s work, to get people familiar with the material,” Nina notes. “Bukowski is known for being a little raunchy, so that’s something we want to prepare people for . . . He never edits himself—what hits the page lives on the page, and he believed it came out that way for a reason. He was a literary trailblazer – shrugging off the ‘rules’ at a time when writing was about form and structure.”

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nine lives of xen: Xen’s reflection

by: Anthony D. Lawson

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cat in its purest form cannot be bothered with questions of right and wrong. A cat tainted by love is bothered with nothing else. Am I doing the right thing? Did I think the wrong thing?

Having expunged Jacob Davids’ life onto the ground, the memories and feelings I had witnessed and felt thankfully started to fade. (He had threaded his victims’ hair through the tiny holes in the porcelain dolls scalps, painstakingly making them more “real.”) But I knew, even when they were gone, I would be haunted by what I witnessed. I saw through the eyes of a monster, and I couldn’t help but wonder if I was any better.

I took countless lives throughout the years to prolong my own. Does it matter that most of them were close to death?

Davids killed for the pleasure, but didn’t my desire to live longer equate to not

wanting to give up the pleasure of life?

Then I met M. and justified what I was doing for her sake. I wasn’t even taking just those close to death anymore. What about Stone? Or moving to the chronic ward. I was killing in her name, so, now, she seemed stained—not by any fault of her own but by my own actions.

These are not the thoughts of someone who has never loved.

What choice did I have? If I stopped taking lives, M. would surely die within the year. If I continued, was I damning her more by being a part of something she had never agreed to?

I don’t know how long I sat behind the building and pondered the paradox of right and wrong, but the sky started to darken.

I knew if I didn’t want to spend the night outside, I needed to make my way back in. I thought maybe I should start heading for the woods to leave this trouble behind.

But it was a glancing thought at best. I knew, no matter what, I would not be able

to leave M. I had heard love is blind; really, it just blinds judgment.

It appeared I worried at least one of the staff (was it Jodie or Janice?) because she was waiting by the door to let me in. I sucked up my distaste for human contact and brushed up against her leg to show my gratitude. Before she could respond with any further unwanted acts of affection, I darted off into the home.

The change of environment did nothing to ease my thoughts. I kept thinking of Davids as a monster. As his memories faded, I was left with my own. Memories of taking life replaced with the same. If he was a monster, what was I? I was so focused on my dilemma that I didn’t notice the man in the nice suit passing me in the hallway. It wasn’t until he spoke that I froze. I mean that literally: The words he spoke chilled my blood.

“There’s something in you, isn’t there, buddy?”

I turned and looked at the man. It occurred to me it was way past visiting hours. I was certain this man was not a doctor—not one I had seen around, at any rate.

“I am right; I can see it in your eyes.”

Although there was no physical resemblance, I couldn’t help but think of the shabby man in the London alleyway so many years ago.

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“I know its cliché,” he continued, “but, really, what isn’t anymore? You stick around long enough, everything becomes cliché—am I right? But it’s true; you can always tell by the eyes: window to the soul, or whatever. They always hold a bit of what they’ve seen. I can tell by looking at yours that you’ve seen so much.”

I tensed and started to turn when he said, “I’m not going to hurt you; hell, I won’t even touch you. I can see you don’t like that much. I just wanted to tell you how much I admire what you do. Now, I’m sure you’ve got some work to do.

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It’s tough, isn’t buddy? Doing the work of the gods.” With that he turned and started away but not without one further comment. Though mostly to himself, it was meant for me to hear.

“I should know,” he chuckled.

The encounter left me more troubled than before. His words were familiar yet confusing at the same time. It’s not often a person talks to me, and when they do their vocabulary rarely exceeds, “What a pretty boy, yes you are!” There isn’t talk of “the work of the gods.” Only the offering of treats.

I knew I should keep my distance from M., but I felt nothing else was going to be able to calm me after everything that happened. I finally got to my feet and headed away from where the man in the suit had gone. I wanted nothing more than to curl up under M.’s bed and forget the past couple of hours. I needed to escape—escape the memories of Jacob Davids. Escape the words of the man in the suit. Most importantly, I needed to escape my own thoughts. They were a dark jumble that I couldn’t straighten out. The only comfort I had was the fact that nothing else could surprise me.

And then a soft call from inside the room I was passing shattered that comfort.

“Xen?” I looked up at the door and saw number “36A.” I couldn’t recall having ever been in the room before, but someone inside did call out.

Had it been my imagination?

The door was open, but the events of the day had me on edge. I wanted to turn and run, but nothing in the voice offered a hint of malice or ill will. More than likely, it was some resident calling out for a bit of company. Yet her tone suggested otherwise—almost as if she hadn’t seen me but anticipated my arrival. I decided to at least peer into the room, if not enter altogether. I would evaluate the threat level.

If there was any threat from the resident, it wasn’t apparent to me. She looked over and said.

“Hello, Xen! I was wondering when you would get around to me.”

Anthony David Lawson is the author of “Novel,” as well as a local playwright, director and actor. He will write a piece of prose presented in parts every other week in encore throughout 2015, entitled “The Nine Lives of Xen.

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to-do calendar events CELEBRATING DREAM LEGACY AWARDS

8/28-29, 6pm: Honoring African-American elected officials from Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, and Pender counties. 50-year Commemoration of the Signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Feat. LBJ Presidential CivilHuman Rights Legacy Award Dinner Gala. SocioEconomic Summit Town Meeting Southeastern Opportunity Expo Socio-Economic, Southeastern Opportunity Expo and Town Meeting: Friday,

August 28. LBJ Presidential Civil-Human Rights Legacy Awards Dinner Gala, Saturday, August 29. (910)-383-1724 or (910)-619-6295. www. celebratingthedream.org. Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Dr. 19th LUMINA DAZE

Benefiting the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, 8/30, 5-9pm, Blockade Runner Beach Resort - 275 Waynick Boulevard. A Wrightsville Beach Party in the legendary style of the historic Lumina pavilion, under the stars and oceanside.

Music by The Imitations, Wilmington Big Band, Dixieland All Stars, and feature plein-air artists,

including Barbara Bear Jamison, Jodie Wrenn Rippy, Betty Brown, Rena Powell MacQueen, Jenny Wright McKinnon; silent auction will include paintings created during Lumina Daze, and entertainment packages, jewelry, local services, and more. Short films shown on the lawn, with dancing, food and drinks available for purchase. 910-256-2569 or info@wbmuseum.com. www.wbmuseum.com. Tickets $15 for advance purchase at the museum or door.

GATSBY GALA

9/5, 6pm: Step into history at City Club’s 5th annual Great Gatsby Gala! Dress in your “Roaring

20’s Glamour” and enjoy fine food, prohibition era cocktails, 2 burlesque shows in the Speakeasy (VIP only), dancing, best dressed prizes and much more! Silent auction to benefit The City Club Foundation. Admission:https://cityclubofwilmington.wordpress.com/great-gatsbygala-2015. City Club of Wilmington, 23 S. 2nd St. 9/11 MEMORIAL CEREMONY

9/11, 9am: Hampstead American Legion Post 167 and Woodmen of the World will host a ceremony to commemorate the losses in the 9/11 attacks. The event will be at the flag pole in front of the Post building at 16660 US Hwy 17N in Hampstead. There will be a guest speaker, and admission is free. The public is invited to attend.

A brunch will follow hosted by the Post Auxiliary.

Hampstead American Legion Post 167, 16660 US HWy 17N

RESOLVE WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

9/12, 9am: Aquarterly Women’s Conference devoted to investing in the spiritual lives of women of every denomination, race, ethnicity, and background; anyone that desires to know God., as women of God, are on a journey, learning to live with love, joy, contentment, and peace, instead of judgment, bitterness, negativity and worry. We desire to build relationships, to live, love and grow together. All women are welcome! Calvary Chapel of Wilmington, 2831 Carolina Beach Road

NC RICE FESTIVAL

9/19, 9am: The 2nd Annual NC Rice Festival will have a Rice Cooking Contest, Arts & Crafts, Commercial Vendors, Children’s Entertainment Zone, Youth Art Contest and an Adult Beverage Tent.

On Saturday “Coco Loco Party Band” will delight attendees with their music from 1-5 pm and on Sunday “The Imitations” will play their venue of music from 1-5 pm. Entry fee is $5.00 per adult Children 12 and under are free with paying adult.

Visit our website at www.ncricefestival.com or call 910-795-0292 for more information. Brunswick Riverwalk at Belville NC, 580 River Road.

CAPE FEAR CORVETTE

9/20, 9am: The Cape Fear Corvettes are proud to present the 8th annual Corvette Show. Come check out the coolest Corvettes in the Cape Fear Region, or bring you own! Support AARP’s “Drive to End Hunger” proudly partners with the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC at Wilmington! Bring the whole family! There will be over 100 corvettes on display, silent auction items, awards for top corvettes, raffle, door prizes, food, music and more. Net Proceeds from AARP & Jeff Gordon’s “Drive to End Hunger” benefit the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC at Wilmington, working to feed 70,000 individuals affected by hunger in the Cape Fear Region. Be sure to Bring canned goods to donate to the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC at Wilmington. Or make a monetary donation. Every $1 donated = 5 meals for our hungry neighbors in need. www. capefearcorvettes.com. Jeff Gordon Chevrolet, 228 S. College Rd. Enter your events online by noon, Thursdays, for consideration in print.

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Savory in Wilmington NC. Â A stellar lineup of musicians are donating their time and talents to support this fundraiser. We invite you to attend and help this local cause ! Â Donation entry is $7. The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Road

nity, this production of Macbeth will open with a choreographed combat scene outfitted with local military veterans. Dram Tree has also donated opening night tickets to military veterans and family members through VetTix. Anyone wishing to donate additional tickets for our local military can do so through our ticketing outlet, Brown Paper Tickets. Thurs/Sun: $15/Fri/Sat: $25. $5 discount for all students and seniors (65+). www. dramtreeshakes.org or by calling 1-800-8383006. McEachernâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Warehouse, 121 South Front Street

of failed battles and suspicious happenings raise questions amongst the team as to whether or not there may be a mole in group working for the other side. With the fate of the world on the line and an evil nemesis closing in on them, the team must come together to discover the traitor amongst them and save the day before itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too lateâ&#x20AC;Śand before breakfast gets cold. Because breakfast is the most important meal of the day, these superheroes eat breakfast all day and we will, too. 3-course brunch-inspired dinner served with dinner ticket purchase. TheatreNOW, 19 S 10th St. $28-$30; $18 show only.

8/29, 7pm: Upscale party band The Free will bring its energetic music mix to Lower Cape Fear CARE PROJECT 5TH ANNUAL GALA Hospice Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Last Chance for White 9/26, 6pm: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Party of the Yearâ&#x20AC;? returns as a Pants Gala from 7 p.m.-midnight Saturday, Aug. fundraiser to support families with children who 29, at Audi Cape Fear, 255 Old Eastwood Road in are deaf and hard of hearing. Â Featuring 6 chef Wilmington. Changes abound at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gala: stations, amazing hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres, open bar, Jack a new weekend, a new night, a new venue, a new Jack 180 band....live and silent auction....and band and the biggest raffle prize ever offered -more! Union Station, 502 N Front Street a 2015 Audi Cabriolet convertible. Guests will A FUNNY THING... enjoy what has traditionally been one of the 9/2-6, 11-13: Broadwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest farce is witty, THE ADDAMS FAMILY seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s must-attend events. The changes fast-paced, irreverent, and one of the funniest Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice; music will make the gala feel fresh and exciting. musicals ever written. A joyous romp through and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Based on characProceeds from the gala and raffle go to work ancient Rome, Forum is the story of Pseudoters created by Charles Addams. Sept. 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Oct. Opera House Theatre Company continues their 30th immediately by providing the gift of hospice lus, a crafty slave always scheming to earn his 4, 2015; Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 season by staging the hillarious Broadway farce, â&#x20AC;&#x153;A in the community. Lower Cape Fear Hosfreedom. His latest plan revolves around his pm, Sunday at 3 pm. That creepy and kooky fampice is a nonprofit, and buying a ticket helps Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.â&#x20AC;? young master, Hero, who has fallen in love with ily is back (with an original story), and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s every patients facing end of life get the important the courtesan next door, the lovely virgin Philia. fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ulThe story takes place in ancient Rome and follows care they need and helps support their famiFilled with mistaken identities, pirates, kidnaptimate princess of darkness, has grown up and Pseudolus on his journey to freedom, wherein he lies. Tickets for the gala are $125 each. Rafpings, groanworthy puns, stunning surprises, fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from meets a slew of colorful characters along the way. The fle tickets are $100 each and only 1500 will wild chases, bawdy humor, masquerades, dea respectable familyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a man her parents have be sold (you must be 18 to purchase a raffle ceptions, and the infectious energy of classic never met. And if that werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t upsetting enough, Steven Sondheim musical will be staged at Thalian ticket). For more information, raffle details vaudeville, the plot follows Pseudolusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him Hall starting Sept.

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9/12, 5pm: Catering by Diamond Food EnterprisLOW-HANGING FRUIT es, Inc, DJ and lots of prizes to win! Tickets adv: WE CAN BE HEROES 9/24-27, 10/1-4: By Robin Bradford and directed $25/person and $40/couple. Corporate Sponsor JONI AND JT IN JAIL 9/11-10/3, 7pm: We Can Be Heroes: A â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brinnerâ&#x20AC;?

by Anne Berkeley. New playwright Robin BradWritten, conceived & directed by Mirla Criste, Table 10 people for $225. Tickets at door: $30/ (Breakfast-for-Dinner) Show by Hank Toler; Fri & fordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play follows four military veteran women through Sept 5, 7pm. Friday & Saturdays only. person and $50/couple. Linda 910-620-3045, Sat. only. Seating begins 1 hour prior. Free valet who are now homeless and struggling to survive Doors open 1 hour prior. On the eve of a signifiBarbara 910-512-2321 or Pat 910-264-8039. parking. The Champions of Justice, the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the streets of Los Angeles. Dealing with issues cant event in 1960s America, six disparate peoThere will be dancing and we will have a lot of fun greatest worst super hero team, is welcoming a as a result of their time in combat, the women ple are thrown into a prison cell during a protest raising money for a wonderful cause! Wilmington new member to their team. Shortly after, a string come together for quasi-safety in their tent enfor peace. Over the course of several hours, in Moose Lodge, 4610 Carolina Beach Rd. their interactions with one another, they discover KREASHENZ KRUSH that the world is rapidly changing, that what is imFeaturing live music by Jam Sandwich, old-fashmediately obvious may not be true, and that folks ioned grape stomp and cornhole competition. may not be as alikeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;or not alikeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;as they first $40 per team of two per event. More fun includes assumed or imagined. 3-course meal served with wine and food sampling, silent auction, 50/50 show: $32 Adults, $30 Seniors (65+) & Children raffle, face painting, and other childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activi(under 12), $18 Show Only. TheatreNOW, 19 10th ties. Saturday, September 19, 4-7pm, kreashenz St. www.wilmingtontheatre.com salon + spa 3145 Wrightsville Ave. (Across from MACBETH Canadyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s). General Admission $10 â&#x20AC;˘ Children Dram Tree Shakespeare presents William Shakeunder 12, free. All proceeds benefit The Jedrey speareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Macbeth for its first full production.

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campment – The Taj Mahal. When one of them meets a young runaway and brings her to the camp, changes come to the small community.

Adult Themes and language. Military discount will be available at the box office for individuals with a military ID. UNCW, Mainstage Theatre, Cultural Arts Building, 601 S. College Road

comedy DEAD CROW COMEDY CLUB

Ongoing schedule: Mon, Comedy Bingo and $1 tacos; Tues, free Crow’s Nest Improv (long-form), 8pm; Wed, Nutt House Improv Show, 9pm, $3; Thurs, free open-mic night, 9pm; Fri-Sat, national touring comedians/comediennes, 8pm/10pm $10-$15; Sun, closed. • 11:45pm: Late Fear with Willis Maxwell, Wilmington’s Late Night Talk Show, taped every 1st and 3rd Saturday night at midnight in the Dead Crow Comedy Room, Late Fear is a hilarious and fun showcase for Wilmington’s creative talent and small business.

8/28-29, 7pm and 9:30pm: DAN ST. GERMAIN: Dan St. Germain has a Half Hour Special on Comedy Central and has appeared on Jimmy Fallon,Conan, Best Week Ever, @Midnight, We Love the 2000s, John Oliver’s New York StandUp Show,The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore, The Electric Company, Guy Code, The Josh Wolf Show,Video by Trial, Friends of the People, and has developed shows for both Fox and Comedy Central. He’s the creator and star of the web series Kicking Dan Out on My Damn Channel, In Security on Comedy Central Studios, Pulling Out on Above Average, and wrote for The Onion Sports Network and Guy’s Choice Awards. Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front Street.

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Wed., 9pm: Comedy Showcase at The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St., in downtown Wilmington. Come see some of the funniest guys in the region and potentially win cash prizes. An open mic show with a different headliner every week!

Hosted by Reid Clark.

music/concerts ARTISTRY IN JAZZ BIG BAND

8/28, 7pm: Artistry in Jazz has 21 musicians and 2 vocalists from the local Wilmington area. The Big Band music is based on the west coast style of Stan Kenton. His music was performed from the 40’s through the late 70’s. Our orchestra plays the original manuscript copies as recorded by the Kenton Orchestra. Carolina Beach Boardwalk, 100 Cape Fear Blvd.

WILL MCBRIDE GROUP

8/28: Straight out of Raleigh, the Will McBride Group combines the sounds of jazz, rock, funk, and pop. They have opened for many Grammywinning artists. Free show starts at 6:30 p.m. Fort Fisher Recreation Area, 1000 Loggerhead Rd.

RECOVERY ROCK FEST

8/29, 7pm: A clean and sober folk/rock concert for people in recovery from addiction. Featuring Melissa Ferrick, Folkstar, Stray Local, Mike Blair and The Stonewalls, as well as other solo acts intermingled throughout the event. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the UNCW-CRC Recovery Program for students in recovery from addiction. All ages! Kenan Auditorium UNCWilmington, 601 S College Road

CAROLINA COAST VINEYARD CHURCH

Derwin Hinson and the Cre8Tive Coast Bluegrass Band will be performing LIVE music every Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. at the Carolina Coast Vineyard Church on the Boardwalk at Carolina Beach, NC. The church is near Britts Donuts and is beside the new hotel construction at the end of

Harper Ave. This is a family friendly event. Free admission. 910-470-1291 or www.cre8tivecoast. com. Carolina Coast Vineyard Church, 6 Harper Ave., Carolina Beach ILM SACRED HARP SINGERS

8/30, 1:30pm: Instruction for beginners; 2-4pm Entire group sings. Songbooks provided, beginners welcome! Free and open to the public, donations appreciated. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers presents a traditional Sacred Harp Singing and invite you to join in the music. This dynamic form of a cappella social singing dates back to Colonial America, using a modern reprint of an 1844 songbook called The Sacred Harp. The music is loud, vigorous and intense. It is meant to be sung, not just observed. No previous experience is necessary.

Learn more about Sacred Harp singing at fasola. org and this singing at http://bit.ly/WilmNCSacredHarp. CAM, 3201 South 17th Street

WILMINGTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

9/26, 7:30pm: The season opener begins with C.P.E. Bach’s post-Baroque Symphony in D from 1775 and ends with Johannes Brahms’ Symphony No. 1, which premiered a century later. It took twenty years to compose but Brahms’ work endures as the greatest First Symphony ever written. Box Office: 910-962-3500. www.wilmingtonsymphony.org. UNCW Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd.

ARIAL QUARTET

9/27, 7:30pm: Chamber Music Wilmington’s 2015-16 Concert Season “Simply Classical” opens with Arial Quartet performing Schubert and Beethoven on Sunday, September 27th at 7:30 p.m. in Beckwith Recital Hall. Ariel Quartet, winner of the renowned international Fischoff Quartet Competition, has been mesmerizing audiences with its brilliant playing and perfect ensemble. This inspiring foursome will perform Schubert’s lyrical Quartettsatz and a transcendental quartet from Beethoven’s late period—the A minor Quartet, Op. 132. (www.arielquartet. com). Season tickets are on sale now for $100, and free for children 18 and under and military in uniform. Individual concert tickets are $30, and $15 for Young Professionals (individuals between 19 & 30). Become a member today at www. chambermusicwilmington.org. UNCW Beckwith Recital Hall, 5270 Randall Dr.

dance 1950’s DANCE/KARAOKE PARTY

Manley Reece Long VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 2573 presents 1950’s dance party and costume contest. Prizes, DJ, Karaoke with Mary and Kirk.

Friday, 8/28, 7pm-midnight. Food donation: $4/ person. Admission: $4/food. 910-791-9590. FW Post 2573, 2722 Carolina Beach Rd

BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS

9/9, 23, 12:45pm and 1:30pm; 9/16, 2:15pm: Ballroom Advanced. Learn to Dance for all occasions. 4 weeks $28. • 9/16, 23, noon, and 12:45: 4 week class -Ballroom Absolute Beginner. Learn to dance for all occasions. First class is free for absolute beginners to new students. New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd.

DUETS, PIROUETTES AND SILHOUETTES

9/17-18, 8pm: A collaborative arts event, Forward Dance Company’s annual show will feature talents of choreographer Tracey Varga, along with guest musicians and dancers, for an inspired evening of music, film, and visual arts, showcased in modern, contemporary and jazz dancing. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street

IRISH STEP DANCE

Traditional Irish Step Dancing Beginners to Championship level ages 5-adult! Mondays

nights. The studio is located at 1211 South 44th St. www.walshkelleyschool.com.

9/3: TWO VIEWS OF SUMMER

BABS MCDANCE STUDIO

Wilmington’s premier social dance studio featuring group and private lessons in shag, swing, hip-hop, Latin, foxtrot, chacha, belly dancing, ballroom, Zumba, and more - weekly with various pricing.

For more info on prices and weekly social events, visit www.babsmcdance.com or call 395-5090.

76’ERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB

Modern Western Style Square Dance. Club meets Thurs. nights at 7pm at the Senior Center for a new workshop on square dancing. Info: 270-1639

The warm season is coming to a close, but not at Spectrum Gallery. The gallery at the Forum will host a new art show featuring the work of NC artists Chip Hemingway and Jaquelin Perry. Each provide their views of summer in various places.

Hemingway will show works painted from Nantucket to Nicaragua, while Perry’s work will feature Down East coastal plains and florals. The opening is free, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sept. 3, with live music from Raphael Name’.

CONTRA DANCE

Tuesday night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm.

Social dance for all levels; singles and couples, families, college and high school students and folks of all dancing abilities are invited to come. $4. (910) 538-9711.

TANGO WILMINGTON

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

art/exhibits JENNY MCKINNON

Through 8/27: Wright is an award-winning artist who believes that working in plein air allows her to “capture the emotion that only painting in that location can offer.” Her sense of color shines through with each piece, and though she is personally enlivened by the locations she paints, those places can become the viewer’s own experience as well. Cape Fear Native features the works of local artists and craftspeople inspired by nature. Tues-Sat, 11am-6pm. 114 Princess St.

OPEN STUDIOS, ARTWORKS

TheArtWorks™ is a village of more than 50 artists who open their studios to the public every Saturday from 10am-3pm.. Many of you have visited, but have you ever thought about what happens there when the doors are not open? The secret is out, at theArtWorks™ talented artists take advantage of the unique opportunity to collaborate, critique and influence each other’s work every day.

Follow the journey of a new or established artist, on Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter. theArtWorks, 200 Willard St.

FACES AND PLACES

WHQR Public Radio and MC Erny Gallery present “Faces and Places” —work by Anne Van Blarcom Kurowski and Larry Hovis. A reception takes place on Friday, August 28th, and the show will remain on display until September 11th, 2015. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR.

LIVING TREASURES EXHIBITION

8/27, 5:30pm: A biennial event at UNCW that honors the rich tradition of craft in North Carolina.

CAB Art Gallery Cultural Arts Building UNCW 601 South College Rd.

UNBRIDLED PASSION

8/28, all day: Come see River to Sea Gallery’s latest installation, Raleigh artist, Dan Campbell. In Dan’s words, “Distinctive contemporary art - featuring bold composition, vibrant color with striking textures... the energy a colorful abstract painting can bring to a room... does it turn your head from across the room and move you to see more?” Dan’s work is currently on display at River to Sea Gallery with special evening hours for Friday Gallery Walk - August 28, 6-9. Private

viewings available by appointment. Dan joins over 50 other local artists currently exhibiting at River to Sea Gallery - paintings, photography, jewelry, sculptures and more. River to Sea Gallery, 224 S Water Street, Suite 1A INSIDE/OUT RECENT PAINTINGS

8/28, 6pm: Blair Nidds and Christopher Alexander both graduated from UNCW in 2012, sharing most of our studio classes together both hold each other’s work in high regard. Our recent paintings were executed in a similar manner exploring opposite projections. Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 122 Princess St

DALLAS THOMAS: RECENT WORKS

Cape Fear Community College’s Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present Recent Works

by Dallas Thomas. Thomas’s work is heavily influenced by nonspecific tribal ceremonies and rituals from all over the world. Thomas incorporates dramatic mark making and energy into his paintings, citing hip hop culture as a major influence for his work. Admission into the gallery is free. Regular gallery hours are Tuesdays-Fridays 10-5:30pm and Saturdays 12-5:30pm. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery, CFCC, 411 N. Front St.

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Rhonda Bellamy at 910-343-0998, 221 N. Front St. Ste 101. www.artscouncilofwilmington.org

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TWO VIEWS OF SUMMER

9/3, 6pm: Spectrum Gallery presents “Two Views of Summer”, featuring the latest paintings by NC artists, Chip Hemingway and Jaquelin Perry. The show will be up throughout the month of September and there will be an Artists’ Opening Reception on Thursday, September 3, from 6-8 PM. Live music will be provided by Raphael Name’.

Chip has painted this summer from Nantucket to Nicaragua, while in search of the perfect wave.

Jaqueline’s bold and vibrant strokes represent the beauty of the “Down East” coastal plains and florals. This event is free and open to the public. Spectrum Gallery, 1125 J Military Cutoff Road.

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Exhibits: Reflections in Black and White Exhibit: Free for members or with general admission Reflections in Black and White will highlight Cape Fear Museum’s large collection of photographs.

The exhibit will feature a selection of informal black and white photographs taken by black and white Wilmingtonians after World War II, before the Civil Rights movement helped end legalized segregation. Visitors will have a chance to compare black and white experiences and think about what people’s lives were like in the region during the latter part of the Jim Crow era. • Make It Work, through 9/13/15: Encourages visitors to explore the six types of universal simple machines to learn how they make work easier. • World War II: A Local Artist’s Perspective: In time

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PEPPER MILL SHOP ART SHOW

Flytrap Brewing presents a “spicy, handcrafted art show” from local artist, Kelly Sweitzer’s Peppermill Shop. Foodie artwork, inspired by puns.

Sweitzer’s work will be on display through August 31. Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut Street.

MESSY HANDS TODDLER ART

9/3, 10am: Toddlers will get their hands into art at this new activity at New Hanover County’s Main Library! It’s scheduled for a half hour on the first and third Thursday mornings of September, October, November and December. Kids ages 2 to 4 can explore a variety of artistic media and methods at their own pace, focusing on the process rather than a product. Free activity but space is limited, so please preregister for each session you want to attend with your toddler, on the calendar at www.nhcgov.com. Each child must be accompanied by an adult, and everyone should dress in clothes that can get messy!

New Hanover County Ready to Read Library Outreach Ladies, Raquel Fava (rfava@nhcgov.com) or Krista Dean (kdean@nhcgov.com) at 910-7986368. 201 Chestnut St.

WAA MEETING

9/10, 6:30pm: Please join the Wilmington Art Association, September 10, for our general meeting. Meeting is open to the public. Social, 6:30pm; Business Meeting, 7pm; Educational Program, 8pm. This month’s program will be a panel discussion on how artists use social media for marketing their work. New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive

FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT

“Fourth Friday Gallery Night” is now coordinated

by The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County, feat. 16 local art galleries and studios that will open doors to the public in an after-

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7 P.M. FRIDAY, AUGUST 28

MEN’S SOCCER VS HIGH POINT UNCW Women’s Soccer presents the Courtyard Wilmington – Wrightsville Beach Classic

5 P.M. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

ELON VS CAMPBELL

7:30 P.M. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

UNCW VS NORTH FLORIDA

12 P.M. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

ELON VS NORTH FLORIDA

2:30 P.M. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

UNCW VS CAMPBELL

Tickets on Sale Now! UNCW Men’s Basketball season tickets as low as $99!

(Women’s Basketball as low as $25)

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for the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landing and the Normandy campaign, Cape Fear Museum will be exhibiting one of the region’s most powerful collections of World War II artifacts. • Cape Fear Stories presents artifacts, images, models, and 3D settings to explore people’s lives in the Lower Cape Fear from Native American times through the end of the 20th century. • Michael Jordan Discovery Gallery, Williston Auditorium, giant ground sloth, Maritime Pavilion and more!

910-798-4370. Hours: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm. $5-$8. Free for museum members and children under 3. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sun. ea. month. 814 Market St. capefearmuseum NC SHELL SHOW

9/19, 9am-5pm; 9/20, 1-5pm: Free for members or with general admission. North Carolina Shell Show, co-sponsored by the N.C. Shell Club and Cape Fear Museum, will feature hundreds of seashells – remnants of bivalves and gastropods alike – collected far and wide by club members and other exhibitors. Learn about various aspects of shells and shelling. The Shell Show will feature scientific and arts-and-crafts exhibits in more than 20 categories, from North Carolina collections and single shells, to molluscan natural history and shell photography. Rare, beautiful, large, tiny, freshwater, saltwater, shell anomalies and fossils will fill several spaces within the Museum, including the lobby. Dealers will be selling shells and shell-related items. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market Street

NATURE IN THE CITY/MUSEUM OPENING

9/24, 5pm: Get a private preview of Cape Fear Museum’s park before it opens to the public! Learn how people, land, and water have intersected for centuries in the Lower Cape Fear. Explore the interconnected landscape and interactive exhibits.

Enjoy light appetizers and refreshments catered

by Pine Valley Market. Purchase tickets online

at http://www.capefearmuseum.com/programs/ nature-in-the-city/. • 9/25, 10:30am: Join New Hanover County officials, Cape Fear Museum staff, board members and local leaders as the ribbon is cut and the Museum’s community park officially opens. Investigate hands-on exhibits, discover how the region’s land and water have shaped our history, and explore impacts to the natural landscape. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. Kitty Yerkes 910-798-4367 or kyerkes@nhcgov.com.

BATTLESHIP ALIVE

9/26, 8am: Battleship Alive! Free with Battleship admission. Watch and interact with World War II living history interpreters as they bring the Ship to life by re-enacting daily duties & drills. A great event for all ages. Bring your questions and cameras! $6.00 for children, $12.00 for adults.

Battleship North Carolina, 1 Battleship Road

ence, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits.• 9/18, 5pm: Free for the entire family, join the Children’s Museum of Wilmington powered by Duke Energy, for Family Science Night! Explore the world of science with exciting experiments, exhilarating exhibits, and cool and complex science news. With informative fun ranging from physics and catapults, to chemistry and explosions. Free event open to the public!• www.playwilmington.org 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534 WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM

The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers CotTopsail Island’s Missiles and More Museum featage, exists to preserve and to share the history tures the rich history and artifacts of this area of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will from prehistoric to present time. Exhibits: Operafind a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa tion Bumblebee, missile project that operated on 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the Topsail Island shortly after World War II; Camp beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane Davis, an important antiaircraft training center history and information about the interaction during WWII located near Topsail Island; WASPS, between the people and our natural environgroup of young, daring women who were the ment which have shaped the 100 year history of first female pilots trained to fly American military Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2569. 303 W. Salisaircraft during WWII; Pirates of the Carolinas, bury St. wbmuseum.com. depicting the history and “colorful” stories of 10 pirates in the Carolinas including the infamous WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, especially Blackbeard; Shell Exhibits, and intricate seaof the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in shells from all over the world as well as Topsail; Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities and more! 720 Channel Blvd. in Topsail Beach. for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size Mon-Fri, 2-5pm; after Memorial Day through steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Sat, 2-5pm. 910-328-8663 or 910-328-2488. topHall, and spectacular model layouts. House in sailmissilesmuseum.org. an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are CHILDREN’S MUSEUM fully accessible and on one level. By reservaMon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go tion, discounted group tours, caboose birthday Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool SciMISSILES AND MORE MUSEUM

Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $4 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $8.50 adult, $7.50 senior/military, $4.50 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. North end of downtown, 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634, www. wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE

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

CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM

World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy.” and “Sheena”, a 23ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669 or www. capefearserpentarium.com.

BELLAMY MANSION

One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their

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DISCOVER NEW MUSIC AT 98.3 THE PENGUIN

Kick-off Football Season at Halligan’s!

17 BIG SCREENS OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK ‘TIL 2AM!

PLAYLIST SAMPLE:

LAKE STREET DIVE - I WANT YOU BACK BEN HARPER - DIAMONDS ON THE INSIDE JOHN LEE HOOKER - BOOM BOOM MUMFORD & SONS - JUST SMOKE THE REVIVALISTS - KEEP GOING GRACE POTTER - EMPTY HEART LED ZEPPELIN - I CAN’T QUIT YOU BABE BOB MARLEY & THE WAILERS - KAYA MEG MAC - ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES TOM PETTY & THE HEARTBREAKERS - LEARNING TO FLY

NEW MUSIC HITTING THE STREETS 8/28: BEACH HOUSE DEPRESSION CHERRY DESTROYER POISON SEASON FOALS WHAT WENT DOWN GIN WIGMORE BLOOD TO BONE HALSEY BADLANDS K-OS CAN’T FLY WITHOUT GRAVITY (DINE ALONE) STEEP CANYON RANGERS RADIO THE ROBERT CRAY BAND 4 NIGHTS OF 40 YEARS YO LA TENGO STUFF LIKE THAT THERE

NEW MUSIC ADDED THIS WEEK:

NATHANIEL RATELIFF & THE NIGHT SWEATS - S.O.B. LEON BRIDGES - SMOOTH SAILIN’ GARY CLARK, JR. - THE HEALING

UPCOMING PENGUIN SHOWS AT GREENFIELD LAKE:

G. LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE (9/6) • TROMBONE SHORTY (9/12) KARL DENSON’S TINY UNIVERSE (9/17) • GREENSKY BLUEGRASS (9/24) ALO (10/23)

UPCOMING PENGUIN SHOWS AT BROOKLYN ARTS CENTER:

Sunday Brunch from 11am - 2pm

Tailgate Menu & Drink Specials! .60¢ Wings Every Thursday & Sunday.

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THE NEW MASTERSOUNDS W/ EARPHUNK (11/3) THE WOOD BROTHERS (11/15)

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The Evening Experiment with Eric Miller, Wednesdays 7-9 pm Acoustic Cafe Saturdays from 7-9 am, etown Saturdays at 9 am Putumayo World Music Hour Sundays at 8 am

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Sunday night

FRiday night HAPPY HOUR FRIDAY

$$$$ DOLLAR NIGHT $$$$ 6pm till close, $1.50 games, $1.00 Shoe Rental, $1.00 Beers, & $1.00 Slice of Pizza, nachos or hot dogs. no coupons on dollar night

Sign up between 6pm & 7pm. Cost $40.00 per lane. Receive 2 hours unlimited bowling, rental shoes, on 16” pizza, 1 pitcher (beer or soda).

MOnday night

2 hours unlimited bowling, light & music, 10pm-Midnight

ROCK -N- BOWL 9:15pm til Midnight, $10 per person, shoes included

tuESday night UNLIMITED BOWLING 9pm-11:30pm, Only $5.00 per person.

WEdnESday night 3 GAMES & Shoes $6.00 per person 8:30PM-CLOSE

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FRiday, SatuRday & Sunday

WEEKEND FAMILY SPECIAL 2 hours unlimited bowing and rental shoes. Only $40 per lane (up to six per lane)

Sunday day tiME Rent a Lane, Sign up between 11am & 1pm, Only $9.00 per lane per hour (up to six per lane)

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daily cruises & private charters

Saturday, september 5

Starlight Cruise

LIVE MUSIC all day

GREAT WAY TO WIND DOWN YOUR DAY OR KICK START YOUR NIGHT...

3pm-7pm

On Friday & Saturday Nights after our Sunset Cruise we depart for a 1 hour cruise under the stars... Sit back & enjoy the sites of the Historic Riverfront with a tasty cocktail (available at bar).

9:00 pm $15

Full Moon Cruise

A portion of the proceeds will go to The Knights of Columbus Charities BEER & WINE FESTIVAL LOW COUNTRY SHRIMP & CRAWFISH BOIL OVER 20 BREWERIES ALL YOU CAN SAMPLE

AUGUST 29TH @ 6:30 PM

Civil War Prisoner Exchange with Dr. Chris Fonvielle SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH

Book for Labor Day NOW!!

A Relaxing Recipe

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

wilmingtonwatertours.net HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

JUST ADD WATER!

Visit us on the Riverwalk!

212 S. Water Street

910-338-3134

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BAR ON BOARD WITH ALL ABC PERMITS

7324 Market Street www.TapsAndTails.com 910-821-8185 • OPEN DAILY at 11am for Lunch & Dinner

headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, itf ocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org.

503 Market St. CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Matter of Reverence: For over 40 years, Hiroshi Sueyoshi (Japanese, b. 1946) has worked in the medium of clay. This exhibition explores the evolution of his art and philosophy as well as his major influences including Isamu Noguchi, Peter Voulkos and Ruth Duckworth. Featuring work from CAM’s permanent collection as well as loans from private and public collections including the Renwick Gallery, Washington, DC, the Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC and the Asheville Art Museum, Asheville, NC. Free for members. • CAM Café hrs: Tues-Sat, 11am-3pm; Sun, 10am-3pm; Thurs. dinner. 910-395-5999. www. cameronartmuseum.org

BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE

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

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

sports/recreation SWEET RAIDS MEDIEVAL DEMONSTRATION

8/29, 9am: The Shire of Seareach, the local branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) will be hosting a public demonstration on some the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe with a particularly sweet theme. Join us for a one of a kind medieval experience. History.

Fashion. Combat. Games. More. There’s something for everyone.

WOMEN OF HOPE 5K

9/5, 8am: All proceeds from the Women of Hope 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run goes straight to the local charity Women of Hope, to help the women and their families fighting cancer. The Mayfaire course is a flat, fast course which received the Roadies Award for Fastest Course in 2013. TrySports, Mayfaire Town Center, 925 Town Center Dr.

RACE FOR PRESERVATION

9/10, 6:30pm: The 15th running of Historic Wilmington Foundation’s Race for Preservation 5K and Mile Run/Walk, presented by Port City Java, is Wilmington’s original downtown run. Open to all ages and skill levels, the race features prizes in each age group, a special “middle of the pack” prize, and a great post-race party! registration fee includes race t-shirt (guaranteed to the first 300 registrants). Best Western Plus Coastline, 501 Nutt St.

KICKIN’ IT: SOCCER PROGRAM

9/12, 9am: There is a new Introduction to Soccer Program in town this fall! We call it KICKIN’ IT! This program has an emphasis on learning in a fun environment and character development. Not only will this be great exercise but your kids will learn and remember soccer moves and the Word-of-the-Day. We will go over concepts like respect, honestly, teamwork, and obedience, incorporating them into the games. There is also a short scrimmage at the end of the class for the kids ages 4-7. We slowly work up to “real soccer” with the younger ones. Classes will be held on Saturday mornings, 9/12-11/14, 9am-9:40: 2-3 year olds; 10am- 10:45: 4-5 year olds; 11am11:45: 6-7 year olds. Price includes 10 classes, a T-shirt and one make up class. Kaytie Frank to sign up: kayj098@gmail.com. Small Field, 1380

N College Road LEGENDS OF TENNIS

9/18: The Landfall Foundation welcomes James Blake to headline this year’s Legends of Tennis charity exhibition event hosted at the Country Club of Landfall’s Drysdale Sports Center complex. Proceeds from Legends of Tennis will go directly the Landfall Foundation’s grants programs to assist in awarding grants to local non-profits from the greater Wilmington area. James Riley Blake is known for his speed and powerful, flat forehand. During his career, Blake had amassed 24 singles finals appearances (10–14 record), while his career-high singles ranking was World No. 4. Joining Blake are returning players: Australian, Rennae Stubbs who won four Grand Slam doubles titles and over 60 WTA doubles tour titles, Jimmy Arias, once ranked as high as No. 5 in the world, Bobby Reynolds who finished No. 1 in national singles rankings in 2003, and Mikael Pernfors of Sweden who played in the French Open and Davis Cup finals Admission: General Admission starts at $25. Tickets go on sale 8/1. Sponsorships available now. 1750 Drysdale Drive

HOOP CLASS WITH SARAH

9/19, 11am: Relax, have fun and workout all at the same time! Beginner hoop dance is a great way to enjoy your workout and be creative. This is a welcoming, stress-free environment. You will learn tricks to show off to your friends and family.

There are no requirements for this class and all hoops are provided. Class size is limited so sign up early by emailing Sarah. hargis_sarah@yahoo.com. Admission: $10 per class $7 per class when a class card is purchased (10 classes for $70). Urban Fitness, 5739 Oleander Dr.

SPOT FEST 5K

9/26, 8am: The Spot Fest 5K coincides with the NC Spot Festival, which raises money for Pender Alliance for Teen Health (PATH). All participants receive an admission to the Spot Festival which showcases seafood, live music, fireworks and family-friendly entertainment. The race features a beautiful course through the beautiful neighborhood of Deerfield Estates in Hampstead, directly across from the NC Spot Festival grounds. Race awards include trophies and medals. Proceeds from the race benefit the PATH. Deerfield Estates, Blueberry Lane

free for kids ages 10 to 12. Participants must attend THREE sessions scheduled on September 3, 10, and 24, and must pre-register using online calendar www.nhcgov.com, or 910-798-6393/ shayes@nhcgov.com. 201 Chestnut St.

kids’ stuff DOLPHIN KIDS DASH

8/29, 8am: This is the ultimate KIDS ONLY race!

Kids will be timed on a 1 Mile Course broken into Starting Heats by school grade. The course starts and finishes on the North Topsail Elementary School track. The course is on the NTES campus with part of the course passing through the NTES Nature Trail. Children 5 years old and younger will run one lap around the NTES track.

All children will be awarded a medal upon completion of their race. North Topsail Elementary School, 1310 Sloop Point Loop Road

MAKE A GRANDPARENTS’ DAY CARD

9/1, 9am; 9/8, 9am: Did you know that in 1978 the United States Congress and President Jimmy Carter proclaimed that September 13 is National Grandparents’ Day? Kids are invited to make cards with their own personal messages to their grandparents at New Hanover County’s Main Library during early September. Craft materials will be available in the Children’s Room from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays during the first two weeks of the month, September 1 to 5 and September 8 to 12, while supplies last. There is no charge for this family craft activity. Children’s Librarian Julie Criser at jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6303. 201 Chestnut St.

GAMES, STORIES, SONGS

9/2, 10am: There’s a new playgroup for preschoolers at New Hanover County’s Main Library on Wednesday mornings in September! You’ll

learn games and songs and hear stories in Spanish from some native speakers, and you don’t have to speak Spanish already to attend. Participation is free and preregistration is not required; just drop in at the Chldren’s Department. For information about library activities for kids and about supporting your child’s early literacy development, contact Children’s Services and Community Engagement Librarian Susan DeMarco at sdemarco@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6353. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St. LIBRARY FUN FOR KIDS

9/5, 10:30am: Decisions, decisions, decisions!

Your kids can start learning how to make good financial choices at a young age, in places you take them every week, like the grocery store. Preschoolers can explore “Needs versus Wants” at a fun, interactive storytime with Ms. Krista from the Library, at Whole Foods on September 5. Library Fun for Kids @ Whole Foods will happen every Saturday in September at 10:30 am. You don’t need to preregister for these free public events.

Children’s Services and Community Engagement Librarian Susan DeMarco: sdemarco@nhcgov. com or 910-798-6353. Whole Foods Market, 3804 Oleander Dr.

SCARE SQUAD

9/8, 6pm: Teens who like scary stuff are needed to help build props for the New Hanover County Haunted Library! Mr. Scooter and his Scare Squad will work for an hour each Tuesday evening from September 1 through October 13, prepping for the monster Library Labyrinth event.

Gory guts, strobe tunnels, rotting skulls, zombie pits, creepy dolls, specimen jars, fake blood, and spooky gingerbread houses are some of the projects on Scare Squad’s chore list. Participation is free and preregistration is not needed; just drop in and help when you can! Scooter Hayes: shayes@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6393. Myrtle

DISCOVERY HIKE

Sat., 10am: Discover the different plants and animal species that inhabit the park while exploring the ecosystems that make this area biologically diverse. Each hike will focus on a different unique aspect of the park and includes hands on learning activities. Pre-registration is required. Call 341.0075 to register. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

film BEHIND THE GARAGE

Behind the Garage Series: Subversive Films & Experimental Music. Subversive films shown every Sunday at 8pm, followed by experimental musical guests. 8PM: Controversial, eye-opening and entertaining films & documentaries shown weekly. 10PM: Experimental, avant garde, noise, and other unclassfiable musical performances at 10. Hosted by Karl Tyler Perry. Juggling Gypsy Cafe & Hookah Bar, 1612 Castle St

FILM CLUB FOR TWEENS

9/3, 4pm: Film Club is a three-part workshop where kids ages 10 to 12 learn how to make their own movies! Participants work with each other and director Mr. Scooter to create a short film at a series of three lively, interactive sessions. As they create a story on film, participants are also developing narrative and negotiation skills. Film Club is

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saturday, august 29th

Rebekah todd & the odyssey

107 S. FRONT ST. ∙ 910-762-2091 September 5th, Mac & Juice Quartette September 12th, Coastal Collective September 19th, Bullfrog September 26th, L Shape Lot October 3rd, Eastbound

FRIDAY, AUG. 28TH The Stephen Gossin Band @ 10pm

EVERY SUNDAY

Travis Shallow - 6:30 to 9:30pm & Karaoke w/ DJ Damo - 10pm to 2am

SATURDAY, AUG. 29TH James Jarvis on the piano 6-8pm The Chit Nasty Band @ 10pm

MONDAY, AUG. 24TH

Open Jam Night @ 9pm

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 26TH FREE SHOW - The Breakers @ 9pm

EVERY TUESDAY

Open Mic Night @ 9pm

THURSDAY, AUG. 27TH 1/2 OFF All Wine w/ DJ Time @ 9pm

Great drink specials nightly w/ specialty cocktails, craft local beers & wine!

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Grove Library, 5155 S. College Rd. MINECRAFT CHALLENGE

9/11, 19, 3:30pm: This Minecraft Challenge is a chance for kids ages 8 and older to explore and build within the Minecrafte universe. Four sessions are planned during September, with different challenges at each meeting. Space is limited and preregistration is required for each session you want to attend, on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org. Myrtle Grove Library, Scooter Hayes at shayes@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6393. 5155 S. College Rd.

SCIENCE SATURDAY: OCEAN ADVENTURES

9/12, 10am: PreK; 11am/noon: Ages 5-14. Free for members or with general admission. Find out why the estuary is called the “ocean’s nursery.”

Examine local shells and learn about North Carolina’s state shell. Use various magnification tools to examine sea life up close. Parental participation required. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

RAP CLUB

9/21, 4pm Rap Club is getting ready to rock New Hanover County’s Haunted Library on October 24! Kids ages 8 and older who want to participate must be able to attend recording sessions on September 21 and 28 and rehearsals on October 12 and 19, all at Myrtle Grove Library. They must also perform at the Haunted Library itself on Saturday, October 24, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm, at the Main Library. To register please contact Mr. Scooter Hayes at shayes@nhcgov.com or 910798-6393. 5155 S. College Rd.

CHRIS STONE CAMP

Discover the incredible salt marshes of Wrightsville Beach at Camp Chris Stone. Explore the world of oysters, mussels, mud snails, fiddler crabs and snowy egrets. Go marsh mucking while learning to fish, crab, clam and pull a seine net. Get dirty and have fun at this one-week day camp experience for young adventurers led by an environmental science educator. Camp Chris Stone is dedicated to the memory and ideals of long-time Wrightsville Beach resident, Chris Stone, who spent countless hours as a child and as an adult enjoying the marvels of the marshes.

Session One: July 27-31. Ages 6-9 (12 campers max) 9am-noon, $125. Session Two: August 1014. Ages 10-12. (12 campers max) 9am-noon, $125. Wrightsville Beach Museum: 303 W. Salisbury St.; (910)256-2569

lectures/readings BARNES AND NOBLE

Every Friday night we have a family story time with activities. • Toddler Story Time, 10am, every Tuesday for toddler story time and coloring.

• 7pm: Join us every third Thursday of each month as we talk about Magic Tree House stories and adventures and enjoy crafts and activities.

• Join us every third Thursday of each month as we talk about Magic Tree House stories and adventures and enjoy crafts and activities. • American Girl Night, every second Thursday of each month to talk about American Girl stories and enjoy crafts and activities. • 9/11, 7pm: The Barnes & Noble “Summer Reading Program” was a great success with lots of children reading 8 books and earning a free book from Barnes & Noble! Come celebrate with fun-filled activities and games!

Barnes & Noble , 750 Inspiration Drive

AN EVENING WITH BUKOWSKI

8/27, 7:30-9:30pm, Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St. C’est La Guerre, in conjunction with Old Books on Front St. presents An Evening with Charles Bukowski. A poet and novelist, Bukowski was once called by Time a “laureate of American lowlife.” Celebrate your inner Bukowski with readings of his poetry and prose, and get the inside scoop on C’est La Guerre’s upcoming production

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Bukowsical (a musical based on the life of Bukowski). Beer and wine will be available; Ham on Rye sandwiches. To sign up to read in advance, please email clg.presents@gmail.com. https:// www.facebook.com/events/854286681328951.

LATINO BOOK CLUB

8/29, 3pm: For its August meeting, Wilmington’s Latino Book Club with discuss Eduardo Halfon’s The Polish Boxer, a story of a grandson who tries to make sense of his Polish grandfather’s past.

Spanish speaking is not required, and everyone is welcome (even if you haven’t read all of the book!). Pomegranate Books, 4418 Park Ave.

GOING GREEN BOOK CLUB

9/1, 6pm: “Dream of Earth,” Thomas Berry. Books available at Old Books on Front St at discount to book club members. Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St.

SLAVERY IN THE CENSUS

9/3, 6:30pm: Dr. Janet Davidson of Cape Fear Museum has extensively researched slave schedules in the census. From that data she has discovered a clearer understanding of the enslaved population’s varied experiences in South East North Carolina before the Civil War. Free. $5 suggested donation. Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market Street

ROB LAMME

9/9, 7pm: Join the federation’s political prognosticator and lobbying director Rob Lamme for a fun and informative look at the pressing conservation issues from the 2015 session and the legislators who have shaped this year’s critical conservation policy debates. Rob incorporates humor and even lighthearted “political gossip” into his recap of the session. Rob will answer all your burning questions from the 2015 political season, including how to make your voice heard in Raleigh in 2016. The event is free for federation members and a suggested $10 donation for nonmembers.

You can register for this event online below or in-person at the Coastal Education Center. Donations can be made in-person at the Coastal Education Center on the night of the event or in advance. All proceeds will benefit the federation’s education programming. 309 W. Salisbury St.

FORT FISHER DURING WWII

9/21, 7:30pm: Local historian John Moseley will talk about the role Fort Fisher played in WWII. Federal Point History Center, 1121 N. Lake Park Blvd.

classes/workshops ART CLASSES

Classes by Lois DeWitt, lois.deitt@gmail.com; 910-547-8115. Pet Portrait—Draw Your Pet Workshop: Wednesday Workshop 9-12pm, Wednesday Afternoon Workshop—2-5 pm--$30.00 per workshop. Come play and be creative! Beginners welcome. Bring a photo of your favorite furry one and I will show you in how to make a memorable pet drawing that you will cherish. All materials supplied. • Find Your Inner Artist: Find Your Inner Artist Workshop: Thursday morning workshop, 9-12pm, Thursday afternoon workshop, 2-5pm, $30/workshop. If you have always wanted to paint and draw now is the time! Be guided through a fun creative project that will explore your interests and guide you through exploring pencil and pen and ink drawing. All materials supplied. • Zentangle –Inspired Drawing Workshop: Saturday morning, 9-12pm; Saturday afternoon workshop, 2-5pm. $30/workshop.

Through this meditative drawing method that engenders calm and well-being, create amazingly beautiful drawings. Works every time for beginners and advanced alike. All materials supplied.

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VINO AND VINYASA

Every Thursday at 7:25pm Come join us for Vinyasa to Vino. Breathe, stretch, and watch the sunset in a vinyasa yoga class led by a local instructor down by the river. After yoga, unwind and relax with a glass of wine at BarLocal. Bring a yoga mat...and water (we’ll be practicing outside). Cost for the class and a glass of wine is $10. Spread the word and hope to see you there!

Namaste. Bellas Bar Local, 19 Market St.

RESTORATIVE YOGA

Restorative yoga classes are held at South East Dance Academy weekly on Tuesday and Friday mornings at 9:15 am and on Tuesday evenings at 5:45 pm. The cost is $10 drop-in rate. Discounts are available. For more info contact Janis at 910.620.5765. 220 Avondale Avenue

BIRDS, BEES AND SEXTING

8/26, 6pm: Free educational workshop, parents will learn how to overcome obstacles and challenges surrounding the discussion of sexuality with children in their care. Participants will become familiar with the normal progression of childhood sexual development while gaining the knowledge and tools to prevent sexual abuse, harassment and coercion. Stacey Kaiser at skaiser@coastalhorizons.org or call 392-7185.

Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. 615 Shipyard Blvd.

ATTUNE WITH HIGHER CONSCIOUSNESS

8/27, 7pm: Thurs. is a special session with Suzanne in which she connects with Sanaya, the collective consciousness. Sit in the presence of refined spirit energy. Sat. is an all day workshop to lift your spirit and transform your life. It is focused on soul growth and spiritual transformation. Admission: Thurs. session is $20; Sat. workshop is $90 or $80 if you attend Thurs. Consciousness Frontier Lecture Hall, 717 Orchard Ave.

THE WISDOM OF SANAYA

8/27, 7pm: Thurs. Sanaya will be a special session with the collective consciousness. Experience sitting in the presence of refined spirit energy. Sat. 9am-5pm workshop ($90/$80 is attending Thurs.) will focus on soul growth and spiritual transformation. Exp. real “aha” moments as you learn unique methods for lifting your spirit. Admission: $20 for Thurs. session. $90 for Sat. workshop $80 fpr Sat. workshop is attending Thurs. session. Consciousness Frontier Lecture Hall , 717 Orchard Avenue

US CELLULAR WORKSHOP

Free Device Workshop: Sat, 8/29, 9pn, 343 S. College Rd. The workshop is open to everyone, and you don’t have to be a U.S. Cellular customer to attend. Anyone who attends an August workshop will have the opportunity to win an iPad Mini 3. There will be four iPad Mini 3 devices awarded each month across the country. 910-799-8898.

SWEET RAIDS MEDIEVAL DEMO

8/29, 9am: The Shire of Seareach, the local

branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) will be hosting a public demonstration on some the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe with a particularly sweet theme. Join us for a one of a kind medieval experience. History. Fashion. Combat. Games. More. There’s something for everyone. Hugh MacRae Park, 1799 S. College Rd. START AN ORGANIC FALL GARDEN

of of asana, pranayama, mantra, & meditation.

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8/29: START A FALL GARDEN

Though many folks consider spring and summer

integrative class series will include gentle yoga, guided meditation, reflective journaling, drawing, ceramic beading & papermaking. Perfect for beginners & experts alike. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St. ER TEAM TRAINING

Primary objective of the program is to train New Hanover County citizens to assist their families and neighbors in disasters. Schedule: 9/10: Disaster Preparedness; 9/17: Fire Safety; 9/24: Disaster Medical Operations Part 1; 10/1: Disaster Medical Operations Part 2; 10/8: Light Search and Rescue Operations; 10/15: CERT Organization/Disaster Psychology; 10/22: CERT and Terrorism; 10/24: Course Review and Disaster Simulation Drill. NHC Management: 910-798-6900. NHC Emergency Management Center, 220 Government Drive

high growing season, fall, too, provides ideal 8/29, 8:30am: Most identify Spring and Sumweather to keep crops from burning under the fiery mer as prime growing seasons, and they are, but the unique temperatures of Southhot sun. Progressive Gardens (6005 Oleander Dr.) eastern NC makes it an ideal place for a Fall will lead folks through the proper cultivation of a and Winter garden after the heat and humidfall and winter garden, and what crops grow well ity of summer. We think everyone should have the experience of growing at least one thing without the heat and humidity of the summer. The that they eat. In this spirit, Progressive Garevent takes place for free on Saturday, Aug. 29, dens is hosting a “Start a Thriving Organic 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. They’ll go over plant propoFall Garden” event on Saturday August 29th 200 HR. YOGA TRAINING gation, soil fertility, crop selection, and more! from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm. hlighting the 9/11, 6am: The three-month format will meet event will be workshops that speak to for six (6) extended weekends over the course the issues of soil fertility, plant propof 3 months (two Friday evening through Sunday agation, seasonal crop selection, afternoon sessions per month). This training is over a series of three classes, aimed to integrate organic nutrient selection, and much more. Properfect for those who have obligations during your energetic, physical, mental, and spiritual gressive Gardens, 6005 Oleander Dr. the week. The three-month format is geared tobodies. All levels welcome. Be Unlimited Yoga, wards yogis who would like to take more time to ZUMBA CLASSES 5725 Oleander Dr B10 assimilate the covered material and dive deeply Wednesdays at the Hannah Arts Center (old USO FOSTER PARENT TRAINING CALSS into the suggested texts in order to fully comprebuilding) in downtown Wilmington at 120 S. Sec9/8, 6pm: Easter Seals UCP is beginning its hend the material and to weave the experiences ond St. Two classes, 5-5:55pm and 6-6:55pm.

Therapeutic Foster Parent Training Classes. We into their daily lives! Longwave Yoga, 203 Racine Cost is $5 per class, cash only. Parking is availurgently need singles or couples who are “young Drive #200 able. All ages are welcome. Most of my clients at heart” and who have a desire to help chilrange from 19 to 85.

WOOD-TURNING DEMONSTRATION dren wanting a safe, loving home. Classes are 9/12, 10am: The monthly meeting of the WilmingGRANT WRITING WORKSHOP held Tuesday and Thursday nights for 6 weeks ton Area Woodturners Association will be held Since 1985, the state Arts Council has provided through October 15th. Join us. We need great from 10am to 4pm on September 12, 2015 at St funds for the Regional Artists Project program to foster parents today! Easter Seals UCP of WilmMarks Catholic Church, Fellowship Hall, 1013 support professional artists. The regional consorington, 5040 New Centre Drive, Suite F Eastwood Rd. in Wilmington. The meeting will tium of southeastern North Carolina arts councils WOVEN RITUALS ART AND YOGA feature nationally renowned wood turning promatches the N.C. Arts Council to create a pool Wed, Sept 9-Oct 14: Explore your authentic self fessional Art Liestman demonstrating the speof funds for the artists. Grant awards to artists through movement, mindfulness & making. This generally range from $500 to $1,000, and follow a competitive application and review process.

The Arts Council of Wilmington & NHC is seeking applications for the 2015–2016 Regional Artist Project Grants. The deadline to apply is Friday, August 31, 2015. The Regional Artist Project program is administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County through a partnership with the North Carolina Arts Council and local arts councils working as a consortium.

Counties include New Hanover, Brunswick, Columbus and Pender counties. Grants totaling $15,000 will be awarded to regional artists. Applications must be received no later than Friday, August 31, 2015, at the Arts Council of Wilmington, 221 N. Front St., Suite 101. Workshop at main library, 201 Chestnut St. Additional workshops can be scheduled in partner counties. For more information, call 910-343-0998.

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cialized turning techniques of “lost wood” and “therming” to create very unique turned projects.

Art will also make a presentation on the design and construction of teapots. Learn more about Art Liestman from his website, http://www.artliestman.com/ or visit http://www.wilmingtonareawoodturnersassociation.org/. Admission is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Prospective members welcome. For more information contact Skip Richardson at (910) 383-0072.

St. Mark Catholic Church, 1011 Eastwood Rd. AFTERSCHOOL FENCING

9/14, 3:30pm: Cape Fear Fencing Association 8 week afterschool fencing class starts the week of September 14th at 3:30 pm in the basement of the Tileston gym. Class will meet for 1 hour, Students should attend twice per week, once Monday/Tuesday and once Wednesday/Thursday. All fencing equipment provided, students should wear loose fitting clothing and sneakers. Appropriate for 2nd - 8th grade. Cost is $50 plus a $10 membership to USA Fencing good until July 31, 2016. Taught by Internationally accredited instructor. Tileston Gym at St. Mary, 5th and Ann.

AMERICA’S BOATING CLASSES

The Cape Fear Sail and Power Squadron is proudly offering the very best in safe boating education with their newly revamped boating course which will be offered three times per year at the Cape Fear Community College. The course is centered around the 8-hour America’s Boating Course® now offered on a single Saturday (8 AM – 5 PM).

This class is NASBLA approved and USCG recognized and will satisfy NC safe boating requirements for anyone under 26 years of age. For new boaters or boaters new to the Cape Fear coastal area we have expanded the program to include “Local Knowledge” on the second Saturday. This will address the challenges and complexities of boating in our local coastal environment. Finally, where better to learn about boating than on the water? The last exclusive segment is to take students out on the actual local waterways (river and ICW) to tie everything together. The dates of all the classes follow: 9/9– ABC classroom CFCC L107 8am-4:30pm; 9/26—Local Knowledge CFCC L107, 9am-1pm; 9/27—OTW begins. $70/ person or two family members can share the textbook at the discounted price of $115. http:// capefearboatingcourse.org/#xl_xr_page_index or http://www.wilmingtonboatingclass.org.

YOGA AND CERAMICS STUDIO

9/20, 11am: Three chances this fall to join us for a Sunday full of movement, meditation & making!

For Creative Seekers of all levels! Create a ceramic sculptural platter and embody the feeling of fullness. Oct 25: Goddess & Abundance Workshop Create a ceramic bird mobile & celebrate abundance through the divine feminine. Nov 15: Ringing Creation Workshop. Create a collection of ceramic bells & explore your infinite source

of creativity. Admission: Individual workshop or discounted package rate available. Pineapple Studios, 261 N Front Street GET UP GET HEALTHY

9/24, 2pm: Get Up! Get Healthy!” is a six-week weight management program that will be offered free of charge at the Northeast Library in October and November. The presenter is Angelia Clinton, a Health Educator with New Hanover County’s Health Department. Interested persons are invited to meet Ms. Clinton and learn more about the program at this introductory session.

No registration is needed. Consumer Health Librarian Mary Ellen Nolan, mnolan@nhcgov.com / 910-798-6307. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd

and leaner without adding muscle mass. You will mainly use your own body weight for resistance, but will also use a variety of tools to enhance the workout. The class is set to upbeat music to help keep you motivated. Admission: $15 per class / $100 for a package of 10 classes. Zumba, Fri., 6pm: Let’s shake, move, and groove those calaries away. Easy to follow steps, fun and exciting music. All levels welcome. Admission: $7 for walkins / $30 for 5 classes / $55 for 10 classes.

Urban Fitness, 5739 Oleander Dr. CFFA BEGINNING FENCING

Cape Fear Fencing Association 6 week beginning fencing class starts August 18th at 6:30 pm in the basement of the Tileston gym, 5th and Ann streets.. Class will meet for approximately 1 hour

ANIMAL TRACKING 101

9/29, 1pm: National Take A Child Outside Week (TACO) Signs provide us with information. Animal signs do the same thing.

Join a ranger to learn how to look for these signs and what we can learn from animal tracks and signs. We will also go outside and look for these signs in the park. Meet at the visitor’s center at 1:00 p.m. For more information call 910-4588206. Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Road

URBAN FITNESS

8/29: PC PLAYWRIGHTS Now two years old, Port City Playwrights welcome writers to their monthly meeting, which takes place on Aug. 29 at 1 p.m. at the Northeast Library (1241 Military Cutoff Rd.). Folks are supported with the development of their scripts and works-in-progress in an open forum. Feedback and education is given to writers interested in screen and stage. All levels of writers welcome; the group does staged readings of works for its members. A full production is planned for 2016; portcityplaywrightsproject@gmail.com

Adult Creative Movement, Sat., 10am: A class for adults of all ages and skill level.

Using a modern dance basis, we will discover the beauty of what our bodies’ CAN do! We will celebrate the joy and freedom of movement that lifts your spirit (soul). There are few shortcuts to happiness, but dance is one of them—self expression, fitness, have always wanted to try a dance class or continue their dance study. All dance classes are taught in a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere that enables adults of all levels to achieve, grow, and always, to have fun. Admission: $12 per class / $42 for the month. Children’s Creative Movement, Wed., 5pm: Ballet, Jazz, Hoola Hoops, and all forms of creative movement. Easy to follow. All genders welcome. Admission: $10 per class / $32.50 per month. • Salsa Fitness, Wed, 6pm: Dance your way to health with Salsa Fitness. This class is designed for all levels and is easy to follow.

Admission: $10 per class / $80 for a package of 10 classes. • Bootcamp with Fabio, Sat., 9am: The class will consist of 10 minutes of dynamic stretching and cardio. 20 minutes of core work, 20 minutes full body strength training and 10 minutes of cool down and stretching. Balancepoint Barre, Barre combines the basics of ballet, Pilates, and yoga. No dance experience is needed however. It is a fun, low-impact workout targeting those problem areas. It is safe for all ages and body types. It works to strengthen your muscles and tighten your core, leaving you feeling taller

on Tuesdays and Thursdays, All fencing equipment provided, students should wear loose fitting clothing and sneakers. Appropriate for ages 8 80. Cost is $50 plus a $10 membership to USA Fencing good until July 31, 2016. Taught by I ternationally accredited instructor.

pected to display memorabilia from the Battle of the Bulge, Pacific naval and Marine Corps combat, and Air Force missions over Europe, among others. Veterans wishing to exhibit must contact John Nelson for additional information at fjn39@ ec.rr.com, or 399-7020. New Hanover County Senior Resource Center, 2222 College Rd. ROLLING THUNDER MONTHLY MEETING

8/27, 7:30pm: Monthly meeting. Last Thursday of each month. August 27th at 7:30 PM, located at the Manley Reese VFW Post 2573, 2722 Carolina Beach Rd.

PORT CITY PLAYWRIGHTS

8/29, 1pm: The Port City Playwrights’ Project will meet at 1:00 p.m. on August 29 at the Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Road, Wilmington. This two-year-old organization provides support, feedback and education to writers for both stage and screen. Writers at all levels of development are welcome. In addition to the annual staged readings of work by its members, the group is planning a full production next year in 2016. Second meeting is slated for September 12 at the same location. portcityplaywrightsproject@gmail.com or https://portcityplaywrightsprojectblog.wordpress.com.

AME ZION MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE MEETING

8/29, 10am: Rev. Dr. Henry J. Young invites all Brunswick County ministers to attend a Ministerial Alliance Meeting on August 29, 2015, from 10 am until 2 pm, to be held at Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church. The purpose is to meet and become acquainted with area ministers and gain a perspective on perceived needs, as well as collective planning for the future. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by email to johnsonchapel@gmail.com or by phone call to the church at 910-371-0037. Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church is located at 1882 Lincoln Road NE, Leland, NC. Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, 1882 Lincoln Road NE.

LELAND’S FOUNDER’S DAY PARTICIPANTS

clubs/notices WWII REMEMBERED GROUP

8/26, 9:30am: Southeastern North Carolina’s World War II Remembered Group will host a service-connected military memorabilia jamboree for all area veterans on August 26 at the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center, 2222 South College Road. The exhibition hours are 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Exhibitors can set up at 9:00. Refreshments will be served. The event is free and open to public visitation. Although the bulk of the group’s membership and regular attendees are WWII veterans, home front workers, and family members, the jamboree welcomes participation by veterans of the Korean, Vietnam, Gulf, Iraq and Afghanistan wars, and by those who served at other times. WWII veterans are ex-

Saturday, 9/12: Town of Leland will celebrate its 26th year with the biggest Founders’ Day to date.

Each year on the second Saturday of September, the Town celebrates its birthday with a grand party for the community featuring entertainment, food, children’s activities, arts and crafts/business vendors, fireworks and more. This year’s Founders’ Day will take place at the Brunswick Forest commercial area just off Highway 17 (1090 Brunswick Village Blvd.) from 3 pm until 9 pm.

The event will feature special musical performances and a patriotic salute to veterans. Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for additional information on schedules and activities. If you are interested in becoming a vendor (food or arts/ crafts), please visit www.townofleland.com/recreation for more information and an application.

If you would like to volunteer or would like more information on Founders’ Day, call 910-332-4823

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Lamplighters Toastmasters is a local chapter of Toastmasters International, a non-profit organization which helps people learn and hone their public speaking and leadership skills. Anyone who is nervous about standing before an audience can benefit greatly from this organization.

All are welcome. New Hanover Government Center, 230 Government Center Drive (off Racine.

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Free education program by the Alzheimer’s Association. This program provides information about detection, causes, and risk factors, stages of the disease and much more. Northeast Branch, New Hanover County Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

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8/30, 3pm: by the women of Myrtle Grove AME Church. The guest speaker will be Evangelist Linda Southerland of Hooper’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Leland. Myrtle Grove AME Church, 216 Old Fayetteville Road

GOING GREEN BOOK CLUB

9/1, 6pm: “Dream of Earth,” by Thomas Berry.

Books available at Old Books on Front St at discount to book club members. 249 N. Front St.

WAA MEETING

9/10, 6:30pm: Please join the WAA 9/10, General Meeting. The meeting is open to the public. Social - 6:30 pm; Business Meeting - 7:00 pm; Educational Program - 8:00pm. This month’s program will be a panel discussion on how artists use social media for marketing their work. New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive

ASSISTANCE LEAGUE MEETING

9/10, 9:30am: We are Assistance League of Greater Wilmington, an all-volunteer chapter of National Assistance League. Our local chapter of over 140 members from all three counties (New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender) work together to make our community a better place. We have no paid employees and all funds raised in our community are spent in our community. Meetings are usually held on the first Thursday of every month, Sept - May; however, the next meeting will be held at 9:30 in the New Hanover Library downtown, 201 Chestnut Street, Wilmington. All are welcome to join us. For more information, contactinfo@algw.assistanceleague.org

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED AREA IX MEETING

The Wilmington Church Women United Area IX Meeting will be held Friday September 11, at St. Andrew’s-Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1416 Market Street, Wilmington. Registration and coffee are at 10:00 AM followed by meeting at 10:30am. St. Andrew’s-Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1416 Market Street

CAPE FEAR ASTRONOMY SOCIETY

9/13, 7pm: Tom Jacobs presents a program on Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity in honor of the 100th anniversary of the original publication.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave.

AMERICAN LEGION MO. MEETING

9/14, 7:30pm: Hampstead American Legion Post 167 meets the second Monday of each month in their building at 16660 US HWY 17N. We welcome all military veterans to join us. We also encourage at large members in the Hampstead area to become part of our post. Hampstead American Legion Post 167, 16660 US HWy 17N

N. BRUNSWICK NEWCOMERS CLUB

9/18, 9:30am: NBNC is a social club that meets each month from September through June. The first meeting for 2015 will take place on Friday September 18. We begin at 9:30 a.m. with a “meet and greet” complete with refreshments, giving us the chance to mingle and extend a friendly welcome to those new to the club. Meet-

ings are held at Brunswick Community College, Leland Campus, 2050 Enterprise Boulevard, Leland, NC. Each meeting features at least one speaker or entertainer. We search for programs that will help members become more familiar with the area—its culture, history and lifestyle. At most meetings, we also have a speaker from the community to tell us about special programs. Many speakers describe volunteer opportunities for those of you looking for an avenue to become involved in your new home town. Brunswick Community College, 2050 Enterprise Dr NE FLICK OR FICTION BOOK CLUB

9/21, 6:30pm: “Cloud Atlas.” Book available at Old Books on Front St 15% discount for club members. 249 N. Front St.

DOCTOR WHO WEDNESDAYS

Come in to watch Doctor Who episodes every Wednesday night. Come in Cosplay, be a dork, be a geek, nerd out, but most of all be a Whovian!

Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace Street

AZALEA COAST EXECUTIVE NETWORK

Meets the first Monday of each month at 5:30 pm for networking, dinner at 6 at Henry’s, 2508 Independence Blvd. Wilmington. Female business women networking and professional development. Dinner is dutch $15; annual membership $24. Details 762-8562. Henry’s Restaurant Wilmington NC, 2508 Independence Blvd.

culinary IRONCLAD GRAND OPENING

8/28, 4pm: Come and meet the staff and expect to have a good time! Music from Mike Blair and the Stonewalls Duo Act begin at 8pm. Ironclad Brewery, 115 N 2nd Street

FARMERS’ MARKETS

Fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheese, meats, seafood, honey and more! Poplar Grove, Apr-Nov, Wed, 8am-1pm. 910-686-9518. www.poplargrove.com • Riverfront Farmers’ Market open on Water St., downtown, every Sat., through Dec., 8am-1pm. Food, arts & craft vendors and live music. www.wilmingtondowntown. com/farmers-market • Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market every Sat., May-Sept, 8am-1pm, around the lake in Carolina Beach. Free parking; vendors align the lake, from artists and crafters and musicians. www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket. com.• Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market, 21 Causeway Dr. Fresh NC-grown produce, seafood and other locally produced consumables. A variety of unique craft vendors have also been added to the market this year. Mon., 8am-1pm, first Mon. in May- Labor Day. • Town of Leland Farmers’ Market at Leland Town Hall, alternating Sundays, 11am-3pm, May-Aug. This market is focused on local food and agricultural products.

• Oak Island Farmers’ Market, Mon., April-Nov., 7am-1pm. Middletown Park, Oak Island • Southport Waterfront Market, Wednesdays, May-Sept., 8am-1pm. Garrison Lawn in Southport, NC. • St. James Plantation Farmers’ Market, Thurs., MayOct., 4-7pm, at the Park at Woodlands Park Soccer Field.

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Thurs/Fri, 5pm: Our weekly wine tastings feature six selections for your tasting pleasure. Try before you buy to load up your home cellar, or choose your favorite wine from the lineup and purchase a glass to enjoy at our tasting bar or in our garden seating. Cheers! A Tasting Room, 19 South 2nd Street SMALL PLATES NIGHT

Mon: Small Plates Night - $25 6-course Ffight ($35 inc. 2 oz. wine pairing) - $5 single plates / $6 Specialty Mojito. YoSake, 33 S Front St.

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8/29, 1-5pm: On behalf of the craft brewers in the region we would like to invite you to August Festival. The August Festival is a community event to celebrate the craft beer boom in the region.

The festival will promote the local breweries and their brewing staffs. Taking place at Ironclad Brewery, 115 N 2nd St., to celebrate the boom of craft breweries in the region: Broomtail Craft Brewery, Cape Fear Brewing, Check Six Brewing, Good Hops Brewing, Front Street Brewery, Ironclad Brewery, Wilmington Brewing, and Craft Beer Lovers.

ILM’S EPICUREAN EVENING

9/3, 5:30pm: Dozens of the region’s most talented and innovative epicureans will bring their best to the table for Wilmington’s Epicurean Evening—a culinary extravaganza to benefit the children and families served by Methodist Home for Children.

Wilmington’s Epicurean Evening is one of the year’s most anticipated charitable events. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilmington Convention Center. Tickets are on sale now at www.wilmingtonee.com. Join us to taste the competition!

Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Dr.

FLAVOR OF NC

9/26, 6:30pm: Experience the three regions of North Carolina as chefs, musicians and per-

formers present the flavors of the mountains, Piedmont and Coast. Enjoy regional food, wines, beers, locally roasted coffees and a lemonade bar. Enjoy the culture and uniqueness of our state as you help Good Shepherd Center provide a pathway to self-sufficiency for our hungry and homeless neighbors who share our Carolina home. St. James Parish, 25 S. 3rd Street TAPAS TUESDAY

$10 Tapas from 5:30-7pm, every Tuesday! Half -off craft cocktail List and Select Wines. Catch, 6623 Market Street

FEAST DOWN EAST BUYING CLUB

Enjoy the quality, value and convenience of the Feast Down East Buying Club. It costs nothing to join. The benefits are immeasurable. It is a great way to eat healthier, while knowing you support your local farm families and community. Log on at www.FeastDownEast.org and start buying fresh local food, sourced from Southeastern NC farms.

Choose a pick-up spot, and check out at the online cashier and you are done! Orders must be placed by 11am Monday for Thursday delivery.

Consumer pickup is Thursday 3:30-6pm at: the Cameron Art Museum, THE POD (located next to Dunkin Donuts on UNCW campus) or the Burgaw Historic Train Depot.

TASTING HISTORY TOURS

Tasting History Tours of Pleasure Island; guided walking tours. From its beginnings as a tourist destination, the island has weathered destructive fires, tragic hurricanes, naval battles and more.

Tasting History takes you through the streets of Carolina Beach and into a few of the restaurants to taste some of what the locals have to offer.

Join us for an afternoon of interesting history and tasty eats. $32.50, www.tastinghistorytours.com.

910-622-6046.

PORT CITY SWAPPERS

Port City Swappers is a monthly food and beverage swap where members of a community share homemade, homegrown, or foraged foods with each other. Swaps allow direct trades to take place between attendees, e.g., a loaf of bread for a jar of pickles or a half-dozen backyard eggs.

No cash is exchanged, and no goods are sold.

Diversify your pantry and go home happy and inspired while meeting your neighbors! facebook. com/PortCitySwappers. w.wilmingtonwine.net.

NONI BACCA WINERY

Tasting room open seven days a week, 10am9pm (Mon-Sat) and 12-5pm (Sun.). Taste a flight of 6 or 9 wines; over 70 wines made on premise to sample at any time, served by the glass or the bottle. • Thurs.-Sat.: Specials at the bar on glasses and bottles of wine that run all day, but the crowd begins to gather around 7pm. Craft beer selection, too. We also make special label wines for weddings, corporate gifting, birthdays, reunions, or any event. 910-397-7617.

RED BANK WINE

Red Bank’s wine of the week, Sat., 1-4pm. 1001 International Dr. 910-256-9480.

FORTUNATE GLASS

Free wine tasting, Tues. 6-8pm. • Sparkling wine specials and discounted select bottles, Wed. & Thurs. • Monthly food and wine pairings. 29 South Front St.

CAPE FEAR WINE AND BEER

Beer Church: Purchase select beer and keep your glass for free. 1st Mass starts, 1pm; 2nd Mass , 8pm Free. • Beer Flights, Massage and Monday Night NitroMassage Monday: 5-8pm, $10 for 10 minutes with our licensed therapist, Josh Lentz. Beer Flights: nine 5 oz samples for $18. • Monday Night Nitro: $1 off nitrogen pours.

Free. • BYOT (Bring Your Own Trivia): The next wave of pub trivia. Prizes include gift certificates to Chop’s Deli, Memory Lane Comics, and Browncoat Theatre & Pub, as well as beer from us. $10 pitchers: Bartender’s choice. All day. Free wine tasting: from 5-7 PM, with two whites and two reds. Free • Beer Infusement Thurs.: Come see what ingredients Randall the Enamel Animal is enhancing upon delicious beer. Free.

support group GRIEF PROGRAM

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a free sixweek grief program, Living with grief: Growth and education groups for adults, from 1-3 p.m. Mondays, Aug. 17-Sept. 28, at the Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, 1406 Physicians Drive in Wilmington. There will be no meeting on Sept. 7. Discussions include phases of grief and the grieving process, along with other areas of concern. Often being around others who have been through a similar experience enables participants to talk about what they are experiencing. Grief groups help emphasize that participants are not grieving alone and others understand and can support them on their grief journeys. Registration is required and closes once the series begins. For more information, call 910-796-7991. When leaving a message, please leave your name, phone number and indicate the specific program you wish to attend. Sessions are free. Donations are appreciated. Additional groups will form throughout the year

CAREGIVERS AND COFFEE

Free monthly meeting on the third Friday of each month, 9:30am. Every day, staff and volunteers of Lower Cape Fear Hospice see the challenges faced by those caring for loved ones. Caregivers and Coffee was created to offer caregivers assistance and encouragement. Each month, LCFH will offer a Caregivers and Coffee session where caregivers can come, share their experiences, encourage each other and learn about valuable resources and support. Meetings will be facilitated by hospice staff, but will also feature topics selected by the group, including visits from other community organizations. Caregivers and Coffee will include informal conversations, learning opportunities and coffee. Chris Scott at 796-7927 or chris.scott@lcfh.org. Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Drive

TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesdays, 4pm: Support Group for individuals with essential tremor and their families and friends. New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd.

WIDOW’S/WIDOWER’S SUPPORT GROUP

The W Meet-up: “Because Life Goes On and So Must We.” For more information please contact Ann LaReau 910-470-2378 or Gayle Ginsberg

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910-471-1660. Home Instead Senior Care, 2505 S 17th St. AA SOBRIETY MEETINGS

Wed. meetings, 7pm. Trudge through roadblocks rooted in past trauma(s), regardless of cause.

Discussion (closed meeting for those with a desire to stop drinking). Fellowship Center (next to Intergroup), 5901 Wrightsville Ave.

VISUALLY IMPAIRED SUPPORT GROUP

Blind/Visually Impaired Support Group. For more information please contact Jennifer Delong-White 910-251-5743. New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd.

TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP

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

tours HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS

Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions.Market and Water streets. $12 for adults, $5 per child. (910) 251-8889 or www.horsedrawntours.com

OAKDALE CEMETERY WALKING TOUR

9/19, 10am: This month’s third Saturday walking tour of Oakdale Cemetery will be given by local historian, Michael Whaley. Mr. Whaley will lead you to many interesting folks in Oakdale and tell the stories as if you were on his front porch on an early fall morning. Learn all about North Carolina’s oldest rural cemetery, a local jewel!

Admission: Event will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. $10, non-members; free for members. 520 N. 15th Street

ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOURS

Sat: Tours showcase the architectural, social, and cultural history of two of Wilmington’s historic neighborhoods. The Streetcar Suburbs tour tells the story of Wilmington’s first two suburbs, Carolina Place and Carolina Heights, and their restoration and renewal. These neighborhoods developed around the City’s streetcar route. The Forest Hills tour focuses on the first automobile oriented suburb which originally developed outside the city limits. The tours last approximately 1 ? hours.

We recommend reservations. Call 910-762-2511 or email membership@historicwilmington.org for more details and to ensure a place on the tour. The Forest Hills tour begins at Forest Hills Elementary School, 602 Colonial Drive (parking area), and the Streetcar tour begins at Temple Baptist Church, 1801 Market Street (parking lot).

The cost is $10, $5 for students.

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

You like to run ahead of the pack. You prefer to show people the way, to set the pace. It’s cleaner that way, right? There’s less risk you will be caught up in the messy details of everyday compromise. But I suspect the time is right for you to try an experiment: Temporarily ease yourself into the middle of the pack. Be willing to deal with the messy details of everyday compromise.

Why? Because it will teach you lessons that will serve you well the next time you’re showing the way and setting the pace

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This is the deepest, darkest phase of your cycle. The star that you will ultimately make a wish upon has not yet risen. Your pet monsters seem to have forgotten for the moment that they are supposed to be your allies, not your nemeses. Smoke from the smoldering embers in your repressed memories is blending with the chill night fog in your dreams, making your life seem like a riddle, wrapped in a mystery inside a taco. Just kidding about that last part. I wanted to see if your sense of humor is intact, because if it is, you will respond resiliently to all the cosmic jokes in your upcoming tests.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Are you ready to revise your ideas about how love works? Would you consider re-evaluating your relationship to romance, your approach to intimacy and your understanding of sex? I hope you will not only be willing but also excited to do these things. Now is a favorable time to make changes that will energize your love life with a steady flow of magic for months to come.

To get the party started, brainstorm about experiments you could try to invigorate the dynamics of togetherness. Make a list of customary romantic strategies, and rebel against them all. Speak sexy truths that are both shocking and endearing.

According to the poet Rainer Maria Rilke, here’s what God says to each of us: “Go the limits of your longing . . . Flare up like flame and make big shadows that I can move in. Let everything happen to you: beauty and terror. Just keep going. No feeling is final.” Whether or not you’re on speaking terms with the Creator, this is excellent advice. It’s time to give everything you have and take everything you need. Hold nothing back and open yourself as wide and wild as you dare. Explore the feeling of having nothing to lose and expect the arrivals of useful surprises!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

“Querencia” is a Spanish word with many nuances. At its simplest, it refers to your favorite spot, a place where you long to be. But its meaning can go even deeper. “Querencia” may be a sanctuary where you feel safe and authentic, or a situation that enables you to draw on extra reserves of strength and courage. It’s a special kind of home: an empowering shelter that makes you feel that you belong in this world and love your life. Can you guess where I’m going with this message, Gemini? These days you need to be in your “querencia” even more than usual. If you don’t have one, or if you don’t know where yours is, formulate a fierce intention to locate it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

The art of effective communication consists of knowing both what to say and what not to say. It’s not enough to simply find the words that accurately convey meaning. You have to tailor your message to the quirks of your listeners. For example, let’s say you want to articulate the process that led you to change your mind about an important issue. You would use different language with a child, an authority figure and a friend. Right? I think you are currently at the peak of your abilities to do this well, Cancerian. Take full advantage of your fluency. Create clear, vivid impressions that influence people to like you and help you.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Arthur Conan Doyle first used the term “smoking gun” in a story he wrote over a century ago. It referred to a time the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes burst into a room to find a man holding a pistol that had just been fired, along with the fallen body of a man who had been shot. Since, the meaning of “smoking gun” has expanded. Now it’s any piece of evidence that serves as compelling proof of a certain hypothesis. If you can’t find the cookie you left in the kitchen, and your roommate walks by with cookie crumbs on his chin, it’s the smoking gun that confirms he pilfered your treat.

I believe this is an important theme for you right now. What question do you need answered? What theory would you like to have corroborated? The smoking gun will appear.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

At least for now, I suggest you suspend the quest for order and refinement and perfection. The wise course of action is to disengage from your fascination with control, and instead give yourself to the throbbing, erratic pulse of the Cosmic Wow. Why? If you do, you will be able to evolve faster than you thought possible. Your strength will come from agile curiosity and an eagerness to experiment. Do you remember when you last explored the catalytic wonders of spontaneity and unpredictability? Do it again!

The sun and the expansive planet Jupiter are currently making a joyful noise in the sign of Virgo, which is your astrological House of Career and Ambition. This does not necessarily mean that a boon to your career and ambition will fall into your lap, although such an event is more likely than usual. More importantly, this omen suggests you will influence luck, fate, and your subconscious mind to work in your favor, if you take dramatic practical action to advance your career and ambitions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

On August 28, 1963, Capricorn hero Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech to a crowd of thousands in Washington, D.C. In that address, he imagined what it might look like if African Americans were free of the bigotry and oppression they endured for centuries at the hands of white Americans. In accordance with your astrological potentials, I encourage you to articulate your own “I Have a Dream” vision sometime soon. Picture in detail the successful stories you want to actualize in the future. Visualize the liberations you will achieve and the powers you will obtain.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

If you have been patiently waiting for a propitious moment to buy a new yacht, pledge your undying love, or get a tattoo that depicts Buddha wrestling Satan, now is as close as you’ll get to that propitious moment, at least for a while. Even if you have merely been considering the possibility of signing a year-long lease, asking a cute mischief-maker on a date, or posting an extraedgy meme on Facebook or Twitter, the next three weeks would be prime time to strike. Diving into a deep, heart-crazed commitment is sometimes a jangly process for you Aquarians, but these days it might be almost smooth and synchronistic.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Ready for a ritual? Get a piece of paper and a pen. Light a candle, take three deep breaths, and chant “yummmmm” five times. Then spend 10 minutes writing down the qualities you would like your perfect lover to possess. Identify both the traits that would make this person unique and the behavior he or she would display toward you. Got that? When you are finished, burn the list you made. Disavow everything you wrote. Pledge to live for at least seven months without harboring fixed beliefs about what your ideal partner should be like. Instead, make yourself extra receptive to the possibility that you will learn new truths about what you need. Why? I suspect that love has elaborate plans for you in the next two years. You will be better prepared to cooperate with them if you are initially free of strong agendas.

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