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Wilmington Pride Youth Group
GOODBYE 2016— ENOUGH SAID.
Open to middle- and high-school students, Wilmington Pride Youth Group is for LGBTQIA youth and straight allies. This will be a safe space for kids to talk about orientation, gender, racial equality, political consequences, and more. Now looking for youth facilitators and speakers. Meetings are free and held every Thursday at 7:30pm at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wilmington (4313 Lake Ave.). Email Sue Graffius at dre@ uufwilmington.org. To enter events on encore’s new online calendar, generated by SpinGo, head to www.encorepub. com/welcome/events-2. Events must be entered by every Thursday at noon, for consideration in print and on our new app, encore Go. E-mail shea@ encorepub.com with questions.
enore refrains from doing listicle recaps of the year in 2016, because, well, does anyone really want to relive it? Read editor Shea Carver’s reflection on Bowie’s passing, the state of America, and the inspiration to get our voices into more art ahead in 2017. Cover photo by Tom Tomorrow
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MUSIC>> See Dex Romweber at Good Hops Brewing on January 1 at the Winter BBQ presented by The Hope Center of Wilmington. Celebrate 2017 with live music, barbecue and community. Courtesy photo.
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EXTRA>> Whether folks want to drink, dance or laugh 2016 away—there’s something for everyone on New Year’s Eve in the Port City, including a special NYE show with Kyle Grooms (right) at Dead Crow Comedy. Courtesy photo.
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INSIDE THIS WEEK: Letter from the Editor, pg. 4 • News of the Weird, pg. 5 Live Local, pgs. 6-7 • Music, pgs. 8-13 • Art, pgs. 14-15 • Film, pg. 17 Theatre, pg. 19 • Dining, pgs. 20-26 • Extra, pgs. 29-31 • Calendar, pgs. 32-45
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COVER>>LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
WE WERE THE YOUNG AMERICANS: Flip the dump of 2016 and catch fire in 2017
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BY: SHEA CARVER
016 opened in misfortune. My favorite spirit animal took a journey through the cosmos, away from planet Earth. Who knew the passing of David Bowie would be a lead-in to one of the most mindboggling, emotion-bending, logic-defying years I can remember? Go ahead and laugh. Ask the question: How can someone you don’t know, an artist even, affect you so much? Well, human connection comes in all forms—through music, art, literature, film—to shed clarity and provide an outlet during times we may not be able to make sense of otherwise. In “Lady Windermere’s Fan,” Oscar Wilde wrote, “We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.” It’s a nice reminder from 1893 how life’s blows are inevitable and penetrable, yet manageable, Bowie’s 2016 album, “Blackstar,” seems a fitting representation of a crux of change we
need to be reminded of as well: In the face of impending doom, we can have grace. Americans were constant pallbearers in 2016, ushering in the unfathomable—changes that stood against the core of our being, of our nation. From the collusion of rigged primaries
and Russian hackers, to FBI investigations, to vulgar speech and hateful insinuations against the marginalized and disenfranchised, politics as we know it flushed its last ounce of integrity down the drain. Almost 3 million voters’ voices were overstepped by our Constitution’s Elec-
“Do you remember, your President Nixon? Do you remember, the bills you have to pay? Or even yesterday? Have been the un-American? Just you and your idol sing falsetto ‘Bout leather, leather everywhere, and Not a myth left from the ghetto” —“Young Americans,” David Bowie toral College, which allowed a quarter of the population to vote in Donald J. Trump as our 45th Commander in Chief. It feels like a bookend death blow to the beginning of the year—one that has been filled with a constant stream of let-downs in our celebrity-centric culture. We’ve endured the passing of many inspirations—Bowie, Prince, Leonard Cohen, Gene Wilder, Muhammed Ali, Sharon Jones. Yet, we have managed to ensure an uninspired four more years of “making America great again.” Is it fitting a reality TV show host was voted into the highest office in our nation? What does it say about our America? As we inch closer to a new year with the impending inauguration on January 20, the mood of the nation feels dire. Likely, North Carolinians feel it even more at their core, thanks to the underhanded gimmicks the GOP is doing in the NC General Assembly, by stripping power from incoming Democratic governor, Roy Cooper. Their last-minute sessions of filing partisan bills and passing them with a majority, or making promises and failing to deliver, are more parfor-the-course instead of shocking. Where is our democracy? Is it now a word intended to instill hope but really gaslights us instead? All of this feels heavy, even if none of it is new. The fact is: We young Americans have had leaders before in the US who were powerhungry bigots and racists, scheming crooks and robbers, and even the rich 1 percent who do nothing more than protect their own. We have made it past them; we will do so again.
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No, I am not saying to turn a blind eye and accept it, or move on. I am saying: We will get through this—we have for a brief 240 years. The cards we’ve been dealt will be a hard hand played. Lack of education is the queen of hearts. Somehow, though, we’re holding a hand of spades—which Trumps everything. When nefarious people choose more nefarious people to lead an administration, is it really education that’s the problem? (Sure, it makes it easier to brainwash the uninformed.) How do we fight like mathematics card-counters to beat the system? How do we fight like criminals? Or do we? It’s time to question who we are, what we are doing, where we are going, and how we want our America to thrive. A pretty big shift is on the horizon; it already has begun. Who knows what the other side of this will look like? Will it be a break in the system? Will it be revolution? Will it be a ruse to reveal an actual moderate president (fingers crossed: Trump was a cardcarrying Democrat until he threw his hat in the ring—but, holy smokes, that cabinet...)? Will it be the largest generation of voters, the millennials, taking the 2016 political experiment to heart, and forcing change with their votes and voices in the future? Let’s hope so. As young Americans it’s time to push boundaries. It’s time to become chameleons. We need to be the best storytellers, activists, musicians, conductors, visual and performance artists, wisdom-keepers, life-changers, politicians, social workers, educators, role models, nonprofit leaders imaginable. We need to show our most fascinating colors by not allowing to be pigeonholed. We need to throw ourselves into our work, our art, our values, our belief systems, our families, our voices. Even in what feels like the most shadowy of times, we can strike lightning against the incomprehensible. “Blackstar” revealed to listeners Bowie’s death dance, his syncopated movements of facing cancer, his final bow. The penultimate album became his saving grace. Art will be a saving grace for many in this nation over the next four years. Encore will be here to cover it. To reveal to our corner of the world a greater truth, a greater connection, a greater impetus in dealing with change. We can grow with more depth when turning mire into that which enlightens us: fanciful stories filled with fighting words, luminescent hues showing light against dark, scores of sound that carry messages of hope. Let’s flip the dump of 2016 and catch fire in 2017. We can grow with collective strength— and we need that strength more than ever. “We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.”
and much more — neatly laid out in dozens of foolproof drawings for the shoelace- challenged (because no one wants to be caught in a shoelace faux pas). [Ian’s Shoelace Site, http://bit.ly/1mVIpDO]
HOLES AGAINST HUMANITY
The rebellion against the absurdities of Black Friday this year by the organization Cards Against Humanity came in the form of raising money to dig a pointless hole in the ground. During the last week of November, people “contributed” $100,573, with Cards digging initially for 5.5 seconds per donated dollar. In 2015, according to an NPR report, Cards raised $71,145 by promising to do “absolutely nothing” with it, and the year before, $180,000 by selling bits of bull feces. (Asked why Cards doesn’t just give the money to charity, a spokesperson asked why donors themselves don’t give it to charity. “It’s (their) money.”) [NPR via KUOW Radio (Turnwater, Wash.), 11-27-2016]
GOVERNMENT IN ACTION
New York City’s Department of Parks and Recreation has completed its two-year project of assigning ID numbers (with arboreal
characteristics) to every one of the 685,781 trees in the city’s five boroughs. More than 2,300 volunteers walked the streets, then posted each tree’s location, measurements, Google Street View image, and ecological benefits for the surrounding neighborhoods (rainwater retained, air pollution reduced). (Privacy activists hope the National Security Agency is not inspired by this.) [Architecture Daily, 11-28-2016]
THE CONTINUING CRISIS
A note in The New York Times in October mentioned a website that comprehensively covers everything worth knowing and wondering — about shoelaces. Ian’s Shoelace Site shows and discusses (and rates) lacing methods, how to mix lace colors, how to tie (comparing methods, variations and, again, ratings), lengths of laces (how to calculate, which formulas to use, what to do with excess lengths), “granny knots,” aglet repair
Though the presidential election of 2016 was certainly more volatile than usual, one reaction to the outcome was the apparent ease with which some in America’s next generation of college-trained leaders were sidelined by self-described emotional pain. The Wall Street Journal reported that special attention was given by administrators at Tufts University, the University of Kansas and Ivy League Cornell, among other places, where their young adults could “grieve” over the election and seek emotional support, such as use of “therapy dogs” in Kansas and, at the University of Michigan, the availability of Play-Doh and coloring books for distraction. [Wall Street Journal, 11-9-2016]
IRONIES
(1) The county executive in Cleveland, Ohio, complained in November of lack of funds (because the county’s credit is “maxed out”) for necessary renovations to its well-known sports and concert venue, the Quicken Loans Arena. (2) In November, after a companion asked Victoria Vanatter, 19, what blood-sucking was like, she let him slice her arm with a razor to have a taste, but the two then argued, and Vanatter allegedly grabbed a knife and slashed him for
real. Police in Springfield, Missouri, arrested her after both people were stitched up at a hospital. [Cleveland Scene, 11-30-2016] [Springfield News Leader, 11-18-2016] Recurring: The most recent city to schedule a civic-minded conference with community leaders to discuss options for affordable, accessible housing in a meeting place that was highly unfriendly to the nonambulatory was Toronto, in November. The first proposed site required a seven-step walk-up, but following complaints, officials relocated it — to a building whose only rest room was in the elevator-free basement. [Toronto Star, 12-7-2016]
WAIT — YOU MEAN THIS IS ILLEGAL?
(1) A substitute teacher at Sandhills Middle School in Gaston, South Carolina, was charged with cruelty to children in December after she, exasperated, taped two kids to their desk chairs for misbehaving. (2) A second-grade teacher at Landis Elementary in Houston was charged with felony cruelty after video showed her punching a serial troublemaker in the head as he fought her while she walked him to the principal’s office. (3) A high school teacher in Glasgow, Scotland, got in trouble in November for proposing in a journal that teachers be allowed to cuss back at students who cuss them. He wrote that limiting teachers to “Don’t call me that” sends the wrong message. [The State (Columbia, S.C.), 12-3-2016] [KTRKTV (Houston), 11-2-2016] [The Scottish Sun (Glasgow), 11-19-2016]
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LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL: Moving forward and rolling on with loved ones in the passenger seat BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER
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A WORLD AWAY: Happy Camper vans provided Gwenyfar and Jock shelter on the road in Iceland. Courtesy photo
sually at the end of the year, I take a look back at progress made with my Live Local goals—and for several years they were starting to sound like a country-Western song: pay down credit card debt, work on the second floor of the bookstore, work on the house, pay bills, buy local, keep head above water, etc. But here is the thing about the swirl of life when in the middle of it: There is no way to get any perspective about it at all. Unless you live with Hilda.
Hilda is the light of my life—a furry love light who wanders around on four legs and is best described as “The Marilyn Monroe of dogs.” She is remarkable at bringing my life back into focus. I began 2016 with a variety of big goals: Keep the house on Market Street from collapsing; restore my ’67 VW camper bus; finish the second floor of the bookstore; employ local tradesmen; grow the bookstore; explore the nooks and crannies of Wilmington I have missed; buy lo-
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cal; and spend more time with Jock and our dogs. Now this last one shouldn’t need to be written down, right? Well, for workaholics, it can be hard to remember what it is we are working for: to make a better life for our loved ones.
fronted so starkly with the possibility of losing her, I resolved to spend more time doing things with her, Horace and Jock. I was working myself to pieces and not fully appreciating they were who I was trying to impress and provide for.
We began the year with round-theclock medical care for Hilda. (She was recovering from a car accident and one of her legs had been rebuilt by the stunningly talented Dr. Ned Williams of Eastern Carolina Veterinary Referral.) Con-
To be fair, any one of the above goals could easily take a year of life. But I am happiest when I am spinning at top speed and doing too much. So, in all honesty, though I have felt at a loss and like my life is in limbo since early November, the
reality is this has actually been a tremendously productive year. The back corner of the house on Market Street is stabilized. Progress has been made with my van. I hoped to be able to drive her by now—but maybe soon. She is painted, so the rust situation is stabilized. Now I need to buy pieces for the next stage—and, like a lot of people in town, I am focused on paying property taxes by January 5 and getting Christmas paid for. So, expenditures on the van are on hold for now.
For five years I chipped away at the second floor project of the bookstore, with varying degrees of forward movement. Maybe part of why I have been feeling such a collapse for the last two months
business going—all of that is a support system for spending time, making memories and sharing life with those who matter. I can’t be a superhero to the world, but I matter a lot to this one dog. Maybe that’s all I can really be. Toward the goal of spending more time with Jock and dogs, Jock and I took our first non-working vacation together in at
“Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” —George Bernard Shaw Along the way I bought new and used local materials, employed local tradesmen, and learned a lot about construction and restoration. Just when I was at the lowest and most bewildered I have been in months about work, the way forward and the world in general, Hilda got bitten by a snake. At first I thought it was a rat. Regardless, I scooped her up and arrived at the vet’s office in state of hysteria. A couple Prednisone and antibiotic injections later (followed by antibiotics at home), she is fine (thank all the gods!) and surprised at her people overreacting. Again, it was the sharp focus: Whatever the NC General Assembly does, the efforts renovating, the struggles with deadlines, keeping the
least seven years in 2016. We rented a camper and drove around Iceland. (It blew me away that this was cheaper than four days in New York.) This was partly research for what we want to do with restoring the VW camper and thoughts toward spending time in it. Surprisingly, I had a harder time being away from work than he did. Jock managed to turn our vacation into a series of visits to farms and chats with farmers, so he really got to keep working. Though, it was a good reset for us. Time for focus, conversation, and none of the distractions our hyper-busy lives respond to all-too easily. However, we didn’t take the dogs with us—they are not ready for international
flights. I haven’t been away from them for two whole weeks since they came to live with us and I was absolutely bereft. If anything, our trip not only reinforced how proud I am of Jock and his work, but also that I really need to finish the van so Hilda and Horace can travel with us. So the pressure is on to move forward. Jock was a little shocked when we discussed a timeline, and I announced that as soon as I could get it legal to drive (lights, brakes, signals, windows, etc.), I’d put the driver’s seat in and an old mattress in the back for the dogs. It has been almost three years, and I really want to drive her down the road with Horace and Hilda hanging their heads in the breeze and sunshine. Apparently, Jock thought she wasn’t going to roll until she was perfect. “The enemy of the good,” I commented. Yes, she will be perfectly restored one day, but first she will be drivable and enjoyable with friends, dogs and Jock.
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There are people around me who smirk and make fun of the way I go about longterm goals. By and large my response to their teasing is the proof is in the pudding; There are those who do and those who tease. I know the goals are long-term. When I see a piece of furniture for one of the projects in the future at a great price, I buy it—even if it will sit in storage for three years before I am ready for it. Yes, I walk around in clothes covered in paint because I, personally, hand-painted the second floor of the bookstore—including three coats on the bead board ceilings (so I wore a lot of it). I work hard and I am not embarrassed by that.
is the equal and opposite reaction of my body demanding a rest after a huge push to finish the second-floor project by October 1. We finally opened our Literary Loft as a nightly rental above the bookstore. It has been wonderful; we have met so many nice people as a result, but it was grueling to get it finished. Not that it isn’t an amazing feeling to finally check off a goal I have worked toward since 2010.
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ARTS>>MUSIC
A BRIDGE TO 2017:
Dex Romweber pays tribute in latest album ‘Carrboro,’ heads to Good Hops on New Year’s Day BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY
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GENUINE ROCK AND SOUL: North Carolina’s Dex Romweber pays homage to his hometown and song favorites with his latest album ‘Carrboro,’ of which he’ll play from on New Year’s Day show at Good Hops in Carolina Beach. Photo by Kennth Bachor.
know I’m not Pete Townshend or Mick Jagger, but it’s fun sometimes to think you are,” rockabilly-roots-rock musician Dex Romweber quips over the phone. It’s no secret musicians often channel inspiration from each other, but they often pay tribute
to generations of influential songs and genres. His latest album, named after his hometown, “Carrboro,” was released earlier in 2016 and includes a mix of originals and covers Romweber has been playing for years. “There’s no heavy meaning behind it
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other than the experience of the music,” he tells of the album’s 13 tracks. “A lot of those songs I play around here; I just wanted to leave something as an ode to the places I’ve seen around my hometown.” Romweber nods to the North Carolina city on his album cover, too, posing next
to a Carrboro street sign and local train tracks—where he would go with friends as a young man. “Lonesome Train,” originally recorded by Cecilia Batten in Chapel Hill in 1957, was also a fitting addition to the overall homage. However, “Carrboro” also was born from necessity
as much as love. “The weird thing about [‘Carrboro’] is it was recorded when I was in virtual poverty,” Romweber says. “I was earning enough money just to get by, but I’d been living at my mom’s while waiting for my house to sell. I had to move to this very strange place—which was a trailer park in Chatham County—where there were meth addicts and a guy who’d shoot his gun off at all hours. So there’s a little bit of desperateness in this album because of where I was living.” Nevertheless, the experience left the musician more open to produce “Carrboro” with Bloodshot Records. He will work with them on more projects in 2017, too. Beforehand, however, Romweber will welcome the New Year at the Winter BBQ at Good Hops Brewing in Carolina Beach on Jan. 1, from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. The event will benefit the Hope Center, which builds relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness and displacement to secure housing, employment and a sense of selfworth. BBQ chicken and black bean burgers will be served, as Rebekah Todd, Holly Rivers and others play before Romweber takes the stage to reveal tracks from his latest album.
“He just wanted to express these songs that were coming out of him,” White said in the film. “It was about energy and attitude and soulfulness—nothing fake about it.” White was joined in his praises by the likes of Neko Case and Chan Marshall (Cat Power), among others who cut their teeth on Romweber’s music. Romweber’s soul pours out of “Carrboro,” which seems to encompass his broad influences and musical training of classic rock and classical piano. “Years ago I wanted to be a classical pianist,” he divulges. “I’d go to the music hall at UNC and try to become the next Frédéric Chopin. I couldn’t get there but I learned a lot about the piano. . . . But I was thinking of Pete Townshend of the Who when we were cutting ‘Nightide.’” “Nightide” digs into 1950s dance influences, too. “Carrboro” starts with a contemporary cover of English singer-songwriter Findlay Brown’s “I Had A Dream” (“Love Will Find You,” 2010). Romweber chose to include the song because it was one he could reflect upon differently from the first time he heard it: before entering a relationship and again after it ended. “After the relationship it made a little bit more sense to me,” he explains. “You get involved with someone, and you have all of these dreams of how it can work out—and how you want it to work out—and it doesn’t work out that way. We have all of these hopes and aspirations in life; then, sometimes, they really don’t come true. I like the melody and even the chords and lyrics. In a way, it’s a modern 1950s song-there’s a little bit of a Roy Orbison feel to it.”
Politics notwithstanding Romweber says he’s ready to send off 2016—much like many folks are experiencing currently. For the artist, though, it’s been a hectic year of touring and living in the “low-income straddle of Chapel Hill.” “I woke up last night thinking, gotta start writing songs again and I want to do it in a slightly different vein than what I’ve ever kind of done,” he tells. “But I’m not sure where to go. . . . I want to move into Dex Romweber will play the The Hope the modern age but in the right way.” Center’s Winter BBQ on New Year’s Romweber cites work by Gene Pit- Day for free. The family friendly event ney as he thinks of his own chapters in encourages folks to bring a side dish to music history. Pitney recorded hit songs break bread potluck-style. like “Town Without Pity” (1961) and “24 Hours from Tulsa” (1963), “but he’s also kind of great bridge from the ‘50s into the early ‘60s,” Romweber explains. “I’m trying to form a bridge between the old and Winter BBQ with the new.” Dex Romweber and friends
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Some might argue Romweber has been constructing that overpass since starting his quarter-century career. Between his time as part of the Dex Romweber Duo (with his sister, Sara Romweber, playing drums), Flat Duo Jets, and as a solo artist, Romweber has often been cited for his influential talents as a guitarist, pianist and post-punk rocker. Jack White praised his work in “Two Headed Cow,” a 2011 documentary based on Romweber’s life and music. The White Stripes front man always has been inspired by Romweber’s genuineness.
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—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223
Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)
—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.
Trivia Night With Party Gras Entertainment (9:30pm; Free)
John Emil (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30 James Jarvis (7pm; Free)
—Bottega Art & Wine, 723 N. Fourth St.
Kyle Grooms (7pm, 9:30pm; $20-$25; Comedy) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.
Randy McQuay (7pm; Free; Roots, Blues) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.
Spiritual Rez (9pm; $10; Reggae, Funk, Dance) —The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.; 910-762-2091
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Pop the Port NYE Party (9pm; $35-$75; DJ) —Throne Theater, 208 Market St.
Mac & Juice and Signal Fire (9pm; Cover TBD; Rock, Funk, Reggae) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.
Rayland Baxter (9pm; $10-$15; Alt Country) —Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess Street;
Dance Party w/ Port City Shakedown (10pm; Free) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 1 Chicken & Waffles DJ Social (8pm; Free) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223
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Port City Trivia with Dutch (7:41pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.
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Port City Trivia with Dutch (6:30pm; Free)
—Charlie Macgrooders Rest., 117G Village Rd.
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—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379
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WELCOME 2017: Ring in the new year with The London Souls at Cat’s Cradle in Carrborro, NC, along with local openers Cool Party on December 31. Courtesy photo.
THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 12/31: Ookay 1/19: Greensky Bluegrass 1/21: Breaking Benjamin AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 S. TRYON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 377-6874 12/29: Holly Day Music Festival 12/30: Eclipse 1/7: SkinKage, Kairos, Grüzer, Black Ritual, and more 1/12: Curtis Wayne Hurley, Analog Daze, and more 1/13: Prowess, Skulls & Whiskey, and Audio Assault 1/14: Firehouse and Teaze MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., DURHAM, NC (919) 901-0875 1/6: Libby Rodenbough, Anne-Claire Niver, and more 1/13: Rubber Peacock DURHAM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 123 VIVIAN ST. DURHAM, NC (919) 688-3722 1/22: The Beach Boys 1/27: Rick Springfield and Richard Marx LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CABARRUS ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 821-4111 12/31: Big Something 1/5: Rock the Ball with Mipso 1/6: Nantucket, Monika Jaymes Band and more 1/7: Bone Shelter, Widow, Kinghitter, and more 1/8: Imani Pressley, Charlie Winstead Trio, and more 1/11: Lettuce
CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN ST., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 12/30: Sherman & The Blazers Reunion (Back) 12/31: The London Souls 12/31: Boom Unit Brass Band and more (Back) 1/6-7: Elvis Fest (Back) 1/7: Abbey Road 1/13: Mike Doughty and Wheatus 1/14: Urban Soil and Groove Fetish (Back) 1/14: Waka Flocka Flame and Well$ THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 12/29: Mindshapefist, Amnesis and Telic 12/30: Papadosio and Midnight Snack 12/31: Talib Kweli 1/7: Donna The Buffalo 1/a11: ZOSO 1/13: The Infamous Stringdusters and Billy Strings 1/14: Abbey Road 1/16: Aesop Rock with Rob Sonic and DJ Zone 1/18: Dweezil Zappa Guitar Masterclass 1/19: Appetite For Destruction 1/20-22: Steep Canyon Rangers and Del McCoury HOUSE OF BLUES MYRTLE BEACH 4640 HWY 17 S., MYRTLE BEACH, SC (843) 272-3000 12/31: Corey Smith 1/7: Locash
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ARRANGEMENTS OF ART: ‘The Art of the Bloom’ debuts at Blockade Runner for CAM fundraiser
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BY: EMILY TRUSS
lmost everyone in the Port City could agree: The weather lately has been as crazy as the past year’s events. Going from freezing temperatures one day to beach weather the next, it’s a wonder any vegetation has been able to sustain the rapid climate changes at all. Anyone wanting a break from bare trees and dead leaves can find colorful solace in “The Art of the Bloom Exhibit” hosted by Cameron Art Museum. Serving as a fundraiser for the museum, the three-day exhibit will hold a preview party on January 5 at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort. The New Hanover Garden Club, who was recently state-certified, about the concept of “The Art of the Bloom,” approached Jayme Bednarczyk, who serves as the associate director of philanthropy at CAM, about coordinating the show. “At the CAM, we’re always looking for
ways to bring attention to our collection, and involvement with our collection,” Bednarcyzk explains. “We also look for ways to raise money for the museum. We are also sharing proceeds from this exhibit with the New Hanover Garden Club”
ers after the demonstration during the joint lunch provided. The demonstration will take place in the resort’s Night Hawk Room, 11 a.m. until 1:40 p.m. The rest of the day will include more demonstrations by the Designing Divas, including “Leaf Manipulation,” fro, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., which teaches guests how to cut, twist and wire leaves in a floral design. An art demonstration by Joel Armstrong will round out the day with floral pastel drawings in the Night Hawk Room. The Bea Mobile Boutique will be set up in the BR parking lot from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
“The Art of the Bloom” will feature 24 designers throughout North Carolina who have been challenged to take one piece of art from CAM to interpret it into a floral arrangement. CAM will do a blind drawing of which pieces to show after designers complete their arrangements. “The designers are sent a photo of the piece randomly chosen for them, which makes it more challenging,” Bednarcyzk states. “It’s very exciting, and the designers create incredible work.” Designers are given one month to plan their floral arrangement. Preparation includes the design itself, finding flowers and the perfect container to tie the piece together. The arrangements are delivered
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to the museum on January 4, where the staff installs the piece from their collection alongside the artists’ works. “No one at the museum knows what the arrangements will look at all, until they are delivered,” Bednarcyzk adds. “However, we are so thrilled with this being our first time doing this type of show in the Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach areas, and over half of who rose to our challenge are master floral designer judges themselves.” Kicking off the event is the preview party on Jan. 5, held at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort in the Ocean Front East Dining and Lee Ballroom. Guests will enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvre, sparkling wines and desserts while getting a chance to meet artists and guest lecturers. Providing entertainment for the evening is pianist Grenoldo Frazier, as well as vocalist Julie Rehder and harpist Carole Bowman Green. Awards from the challenge will be announced during the evening. “We have a wonderful group of master judges coming from Florida,” Bednarcyzk adds. “They are coming to not only judge the entries but to also give several presentations on the art of floral design.” The first official day of the exhibition will take place on Friday, January 6, from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. The highlight will include a presentation, “Demonstration by Designing Divas: The Sunshine Salutes our Tar Heel Friends.” Six designers from Florida will demonstrate the National Garden Club Standard Designs. The selection process, lines, colors, and structure all will be explained in detail to the audience. Guests are encouraged to interact with the design-
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On Saturday, Jan. 7, the exhibit will run from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and will feature a demonstration by floral designer Erin Weston of Weston Farms in Garner, NC, at 10 a.m. in the Night Hawk Room. Weston will show the process of designing with magnolia leaves grown on her farm. Weston Farms will be selling from their “Art of the Wreath” collection across from the Night Hawk Room. Following Weston’s exhibit will be Wilmington artist Betty Brown’s floral watercolor painting at 2 p.m. Brown will show her audience the art of using floral arrangements and fruits as still-life inspiration. “Since we don’t have our own permanent collection at CAM, the Blockade Runner has been gracious enough to let us use their space for the weekend,” Bednarczyk adds. “They are even having a discount for out-of-town visitors wishing to stay at the resort for only $99 per night.” Tickets to the preview party are $45 and can be purchased through CAM’s website. The admission ticket to the preview party also covers guest admission to all three days of the event. Certain arrangements and art pieces will be available for sale. All proceeds benefit Cameron Art Museum and the New Hanover County Garden Club.
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The Art of the Bloom Exhibit
Jan. 6, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m Jan. 7, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Preview Party on Jan. 5, 6 p.m. Blockade Runner 275 Waynick Blvd. Tickets: $45 www.cameronartmuseum.org
WHAT’S HANGING AROUND THE PORT CITY
GALLERYGUIDE ARTEXPOSURE!
22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com ArtExposure has many new items available from our artists that will appeal to those that appreciate local and handmade art work and crafts. Come visit us Tuesday through Saturday from 10am- 5pm. Our custom frame shop can help you pick out the right matting and frame for your special piece or photo. If you purchase an unframed piece here, we offer 15% off framing. We also provide gift certificates that can be used for artwork, classes and framing. We will be open through December 23rd and will close until the 10th of January with new class offerings and regular hours.
ART IN BLOOM
210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 • www.aibgallery.com Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19th-century horse stable and exhibits original art by a diverse group of global and local artists. Our featured exhibit, “Visible Spectra: Paintings, Drawings, and Prints by Janette K. Hopper & Photography by Charles Kernan” continues through January 20th, 2017. Make a purchase and 10% of sales from “Visible Spectra” will be donated to Cape Fear River Watch. The Gallery is open until 9 pm on Fourth Friday Gallery Nights.
CHARLES JONES AFRICAN ART
311 Judges Road, Unit 6-E Mon.-Fri., 10am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-4pm (910) 794-3060 cjart@bizec.rr.com • www.cjafricanart.com With over 30 years experience in tribal arts, our clients include many major museums. We show museum-quality African art from West and Central Africa, and traditional African art for the discerning collector. Current exhibition features African currency forms and tribal jewelry. Call 794 3060 or 540 1041 to schedule other hours or weekend appointments. Appraisal services, curatorial services and educational exhibitions are also available.
CRESCENT MOON ART AND STYLE
24 N. Front St. • (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thurs. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sun.., noon - 6 p.m. • Call for appointment! As a longtime leader in local art curation, Crescent Moon makes their customers art
collecting, decorating and gift-giving experience an easy one. The gallery showcases work from more than 50 local and national artists. Just in time for the holidays, Crescent Moon now exclusively features Gretchen Scott and Bird Dog Bay clothing and accessories. Their timeless Gretchen Scott collection is perfect for chic females with forgiving silhouettes and colorful styles. For the special man in your life, their Bird Dog Bay collection features high-quality products with a longstanding pedigree that always keeps men looking best-in-show. Also featured at Crescent Moon, is the Aquiesse home fragrance collection. Inspired by nature, Aquiesse, is distinguished by its mastery of exquisite fragrances and was also recently featured on the Today Show. Right from their artist’s studio to your home! Crescent Moon supports artists throughout the U.S.A.!
EXPO 216 216 N Front Street, Wilmington, NC (910)769-3899 • Wed. - Sun., noon-6pm www.expo216.com A nonprofit specialty museum that opened in May, Expo 216 is a theme-driven “gallerium” and focuses on a single social or environmental issue. The inaugural theme, “Ocean Plastic,” runs until December 2016 and was inspired by a photograph of an albatross with ingested plastic by nature photographer, David Liittschwager.Visitors will view multiple components of the theme including: CSI: Albatross, solve the mystery of who killed the albatross; Fashion in Plastic, nine stunning fashion creations crafted by local designers; The Plastic Age, an insightful history of the invention of plastic; What Goes Around, Comes Around by BonnieMonteleone; Light Within the Darkness: What Lies Beneath by Alexandra Morse; along with provocative and thought-provoking art by local artists.
NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY 201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com The Holiday Show is now on exhibit. Multi mediums of work featuring New Elements numerous and varied artists. New Elements Gallery is located at 201 Princess Street, the corner of 2nd and Princess, in historic downtown Wilmington. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. or by appointment.
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. 10am - 5pm www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com In the historic fishing village of Calabash, NC, over 10,000-plus square feet of fine arts is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paintings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and acrylics—plus award-winning metalworks, wood pieces, hand-blown glass, fiber art, artisan-made jewelry and more. Sunset River Marketplace has become a popular destination for visitors, a gathering place for artists
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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.
CFCC WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY
200 Hanover St. (bottom level, parking deck) Mon., 11am-4pm and Tues.- Sat. noon - 5pm http://cfcc.edu/blogs/wilmagallery Cape Fear Community College’s Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present the 2016 No Boundaries International Art Colony Exhibition. No Boundaries, a nonprofit artist residency program, provides artists from around the world and the local community a forum for free expression and cross-cultural dialogue. The exhibition is on display through December 31. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is located in the Hanover parking deck (200 Hanover Street) on the campus of Cape Fear Community College. Regular gallery hours are Monday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Tuesday-Friday, 12-5 p.m. Contact Ashly Farley at adfarley125@mail.cfcc.edu.
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‘Rogue One’ is added to a long list of duds in 2016
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record, this is the third “Star Wars” movie to use this same plot point. The other characters have to tell us in the driest, dankest exposition why exactly they have sand in their ass-crack about the Empire.
BY: ANGHUS
strange feeling washed over me as I watched “Rogue One,” the new Star Wars story—Disney’s attempt at expanding the most popular movie franchise in film history. I was sad. This emotional response had little to do with the film itself, but a realization that I just don’t care about “Star Wars” anymore. Recanned nostalgia is no longer capable of providing any satisfaction. I was fairly forgiving of last year’s “The Force Awakens,” and sucked into the pop-culture zeitgeist as fans across the world celebrated the fact “Star Wars” would continue on in perpetuity. But the film itself was a feast of warm leftovers that didn’t go down as easy the second go round. “Rogue One” felt even less satisfying. Instead of leftovers, it was a garbage bag full of scraps and bones to pick through. The aforementioned sadness felt like something experienced when young. Eventually everyone matures beyond things that once brought them so much joy. Action figures populating every hour as avatars of imagination seem less interesting. People grow up, tastes change, but there’s often a moment of realization—a lament that what was once loved no longer brings the same level of joy. That pretty much sums up how I feel about “Star Wars.” It’s no longer something I enjoy; it’s something I continue to watch out of obligation for an inner child who has already lost interest. “Rogue One” is a painful slog. A $200 million fan film so nebulous in terms of plot or character that it might as well not exist. The story revolves around a young girl named Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones) who gets separated from her father, who turns out to be the brains behind the Death Star. Years later, she is recruited by the Rebel Alliance to try and find Jyn’s father and stop the Empire from activating the galaxy’s deadliest weapon. Maybe that would have meant more if we didn’t already know: A) the Death Star would be destroyed by Luke Skywalker in the first “Star Wars”; and B) the Empire would build two more of these stupid things, and each of them were destroyed pretty easily. Jyn begins to planet hop in search of her father aided by Cassian (Diego Luna), a rebel spy with his own secret agenda. As they go from location to location, they begin to pick up some strays, including a defecting Imperial pilot and a blind acolyte of the Force and his longtime laser machine-gun-toting companion. None of these characters are given much to do. They have their basic reasons for hating the Empire and come together with convenient movie logic,
“Your father told me I could change my ways,” says the defecting Bodhi Hook (Riz Ahmed). How compelling. “The Empire destroyed the Jedi temple,” says Chirrut Imwe (Donnie Yen). Riveting.
NOT NEW: New ‘Star Wars’ flick is anything but when it comes to story Photo courtesy of Lucas Films.
which makes it impossible to really root for them. The biggest flaw in “Rogue One” is director Gareth Edwards’ (“Godzilla”) inability to show us a character’s motivation rather than tell us. We get Jyn Erso’s motivation in the film’s opening. Empire kills Mom, kidnaps Dad and leaves her as an orphan in a cruel universe. For the
It wouldn’t have surprised me if a character had walked up and said, “Hi, I’m Tom. I hate the Empire because the emperor gave me crabs.” Then crab-invested Tom joins the group and begins killing Storm Troopers.
This year provided me with only a handful of films I would describe as “exceptional” from opening titles to closing credits. There were, however, lots of pieces and parts of movies to love, which may not have achieved every creative goal but still ended up delivering something unique. I loved the aesthetics and world Nicolas Winding Refn created with “The Neon Demon.” There’s a sense of both high-gloss euphoria and despair not easily achieved on film. I loved the tension and skin-crawling moments in the thriller “Don’t Breathe,” which is the best scary movie I’ve seen in years. I loved the Coen Brothers’ crazy old-Hollywood comedy “Hail Caesar,” which featured some downright wonderful performances from Josh Brolin, George Clooney and Channing Tatum. There was a lot to love about Ben Wheatley’s amazing tale of class and friction, “High Rise.” Great performances, with a strong but hardly subtle message about societal hierarchy,
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There’s also a really weird clash of old and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story new aesthetics. Edwards gives us a very practi- ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ cal, dirty looking “Galaxy Far, Far Away.” Then Rated PG-13 he mashes it together with scenes featuring Directed by Gareth Edwards complete CGI characters that look like some Starring Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Alan alive wax abomination from Madame Tussaud’s. “Rogue One” is a strange melange of a mov-
BEST AND WORST FILMS OF 2016 I always struggle with top 10 lists—or any lists for that matter. Ranking creative endeavors seems more and more pointless with each passing year. Though I’ve been writing movie reviews for a long time, the idea of choosing a specific number of films and assigning them a rank feels confining. There are years where I’ve loved more than 10 films. There have been others (like 2016, for instance) I struggle to find 10 films to talk about with any sense of enthusiasm.
ie—a healthy dose of familiar with new darker elements for an interesting third act. There’s a fairly entertaining final battle sequence that provides hints of human emotion. Unfortunately, the first two acts are a freaking mess of absolute maddening choices. Does anyone like Forest Whitaker? Me, too. Would anyone like to see him play an Empire-loathing cyborg terrorist? Me, too. Sorry. Audiences only get seven minutes of the great talent screaming at the camera, doing his best version of intergalactic crazy. The whole movie is the same: Lots of potential that never really delivers on its promise of something new or interesting.
it’s a movie brimming with style—and the only film in 2016 I bothered to watch twice. I loved what Dennis Villanueva tried to create with “Arrival”—a cerebral and well-thought-out first encounter, even though I found the final product utterly detached emotionally. I loved Sally Field’s performance in “Hello, My Name is Doris” and Michael Shannon in Jeff Nichols’ superior “Midnight Special” and Tom Ford’s “Nocturnal Animals.” Only two movies I claim to love outright accomplished everything they set out to do. Mel Gibson’s amazing “Hacksaw Ridge” is a war movie with a new story to tel. Desmond Doss and his refusal to raise a weapon or take another man’s life seemed like a thin premise for a movie, but Gibson manages to find the humanity not only in Doss, but all men he served with. It’s a movie about the men war turns us into, and one man who was able to both serve his country and be true to what he believed. It’s an amazing story told by a director unafraid to embrace a more romantic cinematic model allowing characters to be more than just expressionless deliverers of dialogue. Some might call “Hacksaw Ridge” and Andrew Garfield’s portrayal “hokey,” and they wouldn’t be wrong. For some reason, “hokey” won me over. My favorite movie of the year, and one I would assign the adjective “best” to, if forced at gunpoint, would be David Mackenzie’s exceptional “Hell or High Water.” This tale of bank robbers in
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the dusty, gritty badlands of West Texas contains the two best performances of 2016 (Ben Foster and Jeff Bridges). It’s a great throwback to the violent modern-style Westerns that flourished in the ‘70s and again in the ‘90s, as independent films received mainstream recognition. The crime film pulls no punches and never lets up; it starts with the gas pedal firmly pressed down and drives audiences through a rollercoaster ride of crime, punishment, sacrifice, and sawdust. It felt like a film Sam Peckinpah would have done in his prime. Lately, I find myself more appreciative of fearless films; “Hell or High Water” is a fearless thriller succeeding on every level. Of course, there were films I didn’t love. “Zoolander 2” was the closest I came to walking out of a theater (had the theater not been completely empty allowing me to audibly groan, I probably would have.) Watching “Warcraft” was like having someone jab me in the eyes and ears with chopsticks. And I spent far too much time watching generic blockbusters engineered to lull me into a stupor with special effects over story. The two movies I absolutely loathed in 2016: Rob Zombie’s wretched excuse for a horror film, “31,” and Clint Eastwood’s wildly overpraised and downright terrible “Sully.” I am still baffled by anyone who claims this is a “good” movie. Three minutes of story is stretched out into a painful 90 minutes of forced drama, Sully’s reputation being called into question and (double gasp) his irritating wife complaining about needing to pay the bills. Like “American Sniper,” Eastwood seems to get easy passes from critics based on his body of work. But trust me, “Sully” is terrible in a way few films will ever truly achieve.
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‘Sister Act’ makes local debut on Thalian Hall stage BY:SHEA CARVER
e: What about the music is most impressing you, Chiaki? Is it difficult to play?
couple years ago City Stage leaders Justin Smith and Chiaki Ito walked away from hosting numerous thoughtprovoking and almost always entertaining theatre productions in Wilmington. Between his numerous restaurants in town and acting schedule, along with her career as a lawyer and a musician, time became a virtue.
Chiaki Ito (CI): There are a few big numbers that are pretty impressive to listen to. Because the show takes place in the ‘70s, it’s mostly disco and you know how I love some disco!
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Think: Donna Summer. There’s also a couple numbers that have the Barry White groove. It’s pretty fun music. There are melodies you will probably go home singing. e: Other genres we will hear…
“Doing eight shows a year was too much,” Smith says. Though, their love for live theatre never waned. Instead, the scaled back to one show a year at Thalian Hall. They settled on making a new tradition for folks looking to ring in a new year with performance art, alongside cocktails, food and even dancing. “The New Year’s collaboration with Thalian has been such a success, so we made the easy decision to do that one show while we tended to our lives and enjoyed some time off from the theater,” Smith says. To be clear, it doesn’t mean Ito and Smith—a forceful combination of talent and artistic vision in their company, Cape Fear Theatre Arts (CFTA)— are opposed to doing more in the future. “I think if the right opportunity comes along we will definitely do more,” he tells, “but for now it is a show-by-show basis.” The production will open on December 30 with the grandiose New Year’s gala taking place Dec. 31, CFTA will debut “Sister Act,” the Whoopi Goldberg-known film, which follows the story of Reno lounge singer Deloris Van Carter. She goes into the witness protection program after seeing her mobster boyfriend kill someone. The program leads her into a convent, wherein she befriends Sister Mary Robert, Sister Mary Lazuras and Sister Mary Patrick.
CI: Disco, disco, and some ballads and three-part harmonies everywhere. e: What is your favorite song? What about it is most appealing coming from a musician’s perspective? CI: I’m not sure if I have a favorite song, but I like the last song in the show, “Spread the Love Around,” because of the message: swered with “Sister Act,” but I think its message and entertainment value fit the New Year’s slot better than any of the previous 19 shows we have done. e: What do you mean, exactly? JS: I certainly am not trying to make “Sister Act” something it isn’t. No matter your preference, there seems to be something in it for everyone. Big musical numbers, laugh outloud comedy, a love story, good guys, bad guys— murder. Its entertainment value is very high. You can come and barely have to think while enjoying it. However, in particular after the recent political climate, its message is very powerful and filled with hope. You have a group of people living in different worlds with a different set of standards (in fact an extreme set of standards). Throughout the show you get to see these worlds collide and through thoughtfulness, compassion, friendship and flexibility, you are left with the idea that their worlds weren’t so far apart.
We interviewed Smith and Ito about the musical, featuring tunes from Tony- and Oscarwinning composer Alan Menken (“Little Shop of Horrors,” “Newsies”). Smith directs the show, while Ito will be on keys and conduct her band—Jared Cline (guitar), Christopher Mare: Who is playing whom and did you cast cellus (bass), Alex Eakins (drums), John Crow- them from auditions—or did you have folks ley (trumpet), Kennith Watts, Jr. (trombone), in mind for the roles? How is each lead imRyan Mulder (reeds), David Walker (reeds), pressing you most currently? and Sheila Hardison (reeds). JS: Well it’s a cast of 25! We did have audiencore (e): Tell me why you chose “Sis- tions here locally and we accepted tapes from ter Act” as Cape Fear Theatre Arts big year out of town. We had around 60 or so people performance? audition in total, and many of the roles could Justin Smith (JS): Well, every year the have been cast three different ways. same factors come into play. What plays are Casting is exciting and excruciating all at available? Can we cast it? How much will once. As I mentioned, you always have peoit cost? Not only were those questions an-
ON A WING AND A PRAYER: Barbara Mootoo will return to the stage to play Deloris Van Carter in ‘Sister Act’ the musical. Photo by EJM Photography
ple in mind for roles but this particular cast had some surprises even to me. Some notable roles are Barbara Mootoo as Deloris. Barbara played Felecia in our production last year, “Memphis.” Paul Teal is playing Sweaty Eddie—a real departure from the norm. [Ed. note: Teal also was in “Memphis” last year, and has moved to NYC over the last six months to expand his career.] Cindy Collucci is playing Mother Superior. I’m glad to see her back in a powerhouse role. Sarah Holcomb is Mary Patrick—a Wilmington theater fave who gets to play a role that is seemingly written for her. Amelia Torello as Mary Roberts is adorable, and Tony Rivenbark as Monsignor is hysterical. The bad guys, Jerrial Young, Anthony Cataldo, Khawon Porter, and Big Sam Robison have show-stopping numbers. e: Are there themes in the play you think are relevant to today? JS: Well, yes. But it is a period piece. Set in the ‘70s with the feel of the outrageous comedies of the ‘80s—and the music feels very fresh. I think the message of unity, and acceptance, friendship and hope could not be more relevant today. Using a pretty wild platform, with some very silly characters, this show is still able to tug at your heart strings and nudges you to look inside yourself.
“Everyone, join your hands together. Everyone, find the common ground. Everyone, sister and brother, love one another, spread it around!” There are many uplifting, toe-tapping, danceable, singable songs in the show; it’s hard to pick what song is my favorite.
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SOUTHEASTERN NC’S PREMIER DINING GUIDE
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AMERICAN BLUEWATER WATERFRONT GRILL
Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday April - October. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256-8500. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 11a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sat & Sun 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ MUSIC: Music every Sunday in Summer ■ WEBSITE: www.bluewaterdining.com
BLUE SURF CAFÉ
Sophisticated Food…Casual Style. We offer a menu
that has a heavy California surf culture influence while still retaining our Carolina roots. We provide a delicate balance of flavors and freshness in a comfortable and inviting setting. We offer a unique breakfast menu until noon daily, including specialty waffles, skillet hashes and unique breakfast sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi sandwich and customer favorite, meatloaf sandwich. Our dinner features a special each night along with our favorite house entrees: Braised Beef Brisket, Mojo Pork and Mahi. All of our entrees are as delicious as they are inventive. We also have a full beer and wine list. Come try the “hidden gem” of Wilmington today. 250 Racine Drive Ste. 1, Wilmington 910-523-5362. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Breakfast served until noon each day! ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily Specials, Gluten Free Menu, Gourmet Hot Chocolates, Outdoor Patio, New Artist event first Friday of every month and Kids Menu. ■ WEBSITE: www.bluesurfcafe.com
CAM CAFÉ
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Photo by: Lindsey A. Miller Photography CAM Café, located within the CAM delivers delightful surprises using fresh, local ingredients. The café serves lunch with seasonal options Tuesday thru Saturday, inspired “small plates” on Wednesday nights, an elegant yet approachable dinner on Thursday and brunch every Sunday. Look for a combination of fresh, regular menu items along with daily specials. As part of dining in an inspiring setting, the galleries are open during CAM Café hours which makes it the perfect destination to enjoy art of the plate along with the art of the museum. 3201 S 17th St. (910) 777-2363. ■ SERVING LUNCH, BRUNCH & DINNER: Hours: Tues-Sat: 11am – 3 pm; Wed-Thurs: 5 – 9pm; Sun. Brunch: 10am – 3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.camcafe.org
CAPT’N BILL’S BACKYARD GRILL
Capt’n Bill’s is a great place to have fun, meet people and get some great exercise all at the same time. We have a lively, personable and tentative wait staff, not to mention a wide selection of food and two full service bars. Whether you love seafood, BBQ, sandwiches or veggies, Capt’n Bill’s has something for everyone. Capt’n
Bill’s has over a dozen televisions, including a big screen, so that you can watch a variety of sporting events. We even have NFL Sunday Ticket! Capt’n Bill’s is the perfect spot to come watch all the big games! Whether you love football, basketball or just sports in general, you are guaranteed to have a great time! Come visit Wilmington’s best kept secret ... Capt’n Bill’s Backyard Grill and Outdoor Volleyball Facility. 4240 Market St. (910) 762-0173 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Thurs, 5-11pm; Fri., 4-11pm; Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., noon-10pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown/Market St. ■ WEBSITE: https://captnbills.com
THE DISTRICT KITCHEN & COCKTAILS
A new addition to the Brooklyn Arts and downtown area, The District Kitchen & Cocktails is serving fresh, seasonal menus in a polished casual atmosphere. We feature locally sourced ingredients when available. For lunch, we offer delicious burgers and sandwiches, while dinner features steaks, chops and seafood all handcrafted by executive chef Luke Poulos. Within blocks of CFCC and the Riverwalk, The District welcomes diners to enjoy inspired wines, craft cocktails and NC draught beers at their renovated bar and restaurant, located at 1001 N.
4th St. 910-(910) 769-6565 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.-Thurs.11am9pm, Fri.-Sat., 11am-10pm. Lunch menu served ‘til 4pm. ■ SERVING BRUNCH: Sunday 11am-3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Brooklyn Arts District ■ WEBSITE: www.districtnc.com
ELIJAH’S
Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets. As a Casual American Grill and Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds of people, Elijah’s is the place to be. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11:3010:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available
ETERNAL SUNSHINE CAFÉ
Wilmington’s new unique restaurant, Eternal Sunshine Café, is conveniently located between downtown and Wrightsville Beach, also close to UNCW. It is a great spot to savor a gourmet breakfast, like cinna-swirl pancakes with coffee cream cheese syrup or a southwest benedict with chipotle hollandaise on a made from scratch biscuit. The lunch menu is filled with fresh delectable salads, sandwiches on house baked breads, and pitas. Come experience the innovative twist on breakfast classics and a casual lunch guaranteed to make you a regular customer. May the tranquility of Eternal Sunshine Cafe’s atmosphere shine upon your face and reinvigorate your day. Serving breakfast all day. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: Monday-Wednesday 7-2, Thursday-Friday 6:30-2, Saturday 7-2, Sunday
8-2 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.eternalsunshinecafe.com
THE FELIX CAFE
The Felix Cafe is a restaurant experience like no other in Wilmington, N.C. Our eatery is a unique and relaxing gem situated near the port, and at the edge of Sunset Park on Burnett Blvd. We believe fine dining doesn’t have to come with all the fuss. From our homemade soups to the locally sourced produce, we let the ingredients speak for themselves in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Folks will enjoy the outdoor seating, our vibrant staff, the colorful interior, and our cabana style tiki bar. You will come here as a customer and leave as a friend. 2140 Burnett Blvd. (910) 399-1213. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun.-Wed..: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Sunset Park, Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, full bar,freejazz and wine tastings on Thursdays ■ WEBSITE: www.thefelixcafeonline.com
HENRY’S A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929. SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. - Mon. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Tues.- Fri.: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sat.: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials. ■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com
HOLIDAY INN RESORT Oceans Restaurant located in this oceanfront resort is a wonderful find. This is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh
Seafood & Steak dinner while dinning outside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Chef Eric invites you to experience his daily specials in this magnificent setting. (910) 256-2231. 1706 N. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com
HOPS SUPPLY CO.
The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers. As hops are the heart of flavor for beer, our local seasonal ingredients are the soul of our culinary inspired American fare. 5400 Oleander Dr. (910) 833-8867. ■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com
JOHNNYLUKES KITCHENBAR
Good eats, good drinks, and great times is what JohnnyLukes KitchenBar is all about. JohnnyLukes KitchenBar serves Wilmington, NC a variety of 19 rotating craft beers on tap, a hand selected eclectic American wine list, fun cocktails, and of course, exceptional food. Our two-story layout brings the best of both worlds under one roof. Downstairs at JohnnyLukes KitchenBar pair your beer or wine with our Parmesan Crusted Pork Chop, Chicken Pot Pie, Ribeye, or one of our many main entrees and sharable plates. Or, join us upstairs at
JL’s Loft and pair a beer with one of our multiple burgers, JL’s roast beef sandwich, meatball sandwich, or one of our many appetizers (we recommend both!). So next time you are looking for a new and exciting restaurant in Wilmington, NC where you can experience both great craft beer and amazing food, be sure to head over to JohnnyLukes KitchenBar and JL’s Loft! 5500 Market Street, Suite 130. (910)-769-1798 ■ OPEN: JohnnyLukes KitchenBar: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 10pm; JL’s Loft: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.johnnylukeskb.com
THE LITTLE DIPPER
Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433. ■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day through October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; “Date night menu,” $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com
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Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com
THE PUB
A true public house. A gathering place. In house fresh ground burgers made with short rib, brisket and chuck on Sweet n Savory’s, made from scratch, bread along with 40 other sandwiches and meals under $12. 32 beers on tap, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere where you can hang out with friends and enjoy live music, your favorite NFL game or the BEST burger you’ll ever eat! 2012 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 679-8101, Hours: 11am-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavory.pub
RISE
Serving up the best dang biscuits and donuts in Wilmington, Rise is not any typical breakfast spot. Our donut menu includes an assortment of ‘old school, new school, and our school’ flavors; and our buttery, flaky biscuits
filled with country ham, bacon, sausage, fried chicken, and fried eggplant “bacon” are crave-worthy. Lunch is on the Rise with our new chicken sandwiches on potato rolls and fresh salads. 1319 Military Cutoff Rd. (910) 2399566 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.- Sun. 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: http://risebiscuitsdonuts.com
SPICOLI
“In crust we trust.” Spicoli specializes in classic NY style pizza with a totally unconventional (AND DELICIOUS) sourdough crust. We also feature one-of-a-kind burger creations, Jumbo wings complete with our perfect, house-made blue cheese or ranch. Or enjoy any of our unique vegan or gluten-free options. But Spicoli is not just amazing food. We keep it awesome with a killer juke box, classic arcade games, and great deals on everything at our full bar. Share some brews over PacMan or enjoy the area’s only 20in pie on our outdoor patio. Just make sure you are having fun. Don’t worry!! If you can’t come see us, we also have the largest delivery radius in town!! 1978 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-0339. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach
SWEET ‘N’ SAVORY CAFÉ
The Real Wizard Behind the Food. Anyone who has seen the Wizard of Oz knows that the wizard was just a scared old man hiding behind the curtain. Restaurants are no different. Making incredible food is not magical or mystical and instead just requires heart (Tin Man), brains (Scarecrow), courage (Lion) and love (Dorothy). At Sweet n Savory we have pulled back the curtain because we don’t believe that we need smoke, mirrors, over inflated prices or pretentiousness to offer you the best and freshest food your money can buy. 1611 Pavillion Place, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 256-0115
Hours: 7am-10pm. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, BAKERY & CATERING ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavorycafe.com
THE TROLLY STOP Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken). Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), all-beef, pork smoked sausage (Carolina Packer), Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. Recognized as having the Best Hot Dog in the Best of Wilmington Awards in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or check out our website at www.trollystophotdogs.com. Catering available, now a large portion of our business. All prices include tax. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wilmington, Fountain Dr. (910) 4523952 Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921 Southport (910) 457-7017 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com
ASIAN GENKI SUSHI
Welcome to Genki Sushi, an inviting and unique dining experience in the heart of Wilmington. We serve the freshest, most authentic sushi and traditional Japanese favorites. In the mood for sushi and authentic Japanese food? Look no further then Genki Sushi. From fresh nigiri to custom rolls, everything is homemade, including all of our sauces. We look forward to meeting each and every one of you and can’t wait for you to try our delicious Japanese cuisine. You can make a reservation through OpenTable (you must have a reservation for Friday and Saturday nights), or just walk in during our open hours Sunday through Thursday. At Genki, everyone is welcome! 4724 New Centre Dr. #5, Wilmington. (910) 796-8687. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Closed Monday, Tues-Sat 11:30a.m. - 2:00p.m. 5:00p.m. - 9:30, Sunday 5p.m. - 9p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www. genkisushiwilmington.com
INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown
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■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com
NIKKI’S FRESH GOURMET
For more than a decade, Nikki’s downtown has served diners the best in sushi. With freshly crafted ingredients making up their rolls, sushi and sashimi, a taste of innovation comes with every order. Daily they offer specialty rolls specific to the Front Street location, such as the My Yoshi, K-Town and Crunchy Eel rolls. But for less adventurous diners looking for options beyond sushi, Nikki’s serves an array of sandwiches, wraps and gyros, too. They also make it a point to host all dietary needs, omnivores, carnivores and herbivores alike. They have burgers and cheesesteaks, as well as falafal pitas and veggie wraps, as well as an extensive Japanese fare menu, such as bento boxes and tempura platters. Daily dessert and drink special are also on order. Check out their website and Facebook for more information. 16 S. Front St. (910) 771-9151. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs., 11am10pm; Fri.-Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 12pm-10pm. Last call on food 15 minutes before closing. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.nikkissushibar.com/
OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE
We have reinvented “Hibachi Cuisine”. Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse in Wilmington, NC is like no other. Our highly skilled chefs will not only cook an incredible dinner, but they will entertain you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. At Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse, we are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure that we serve only the finest food products. We believe that good healthy food aids the vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of Steak, Seafood, and Chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill,” to the taste bud tingling Japanese Sushi, Hand Rolls, Sashimi, Tempura dishes and Japanese Noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Check out our all you can eat sushi menu and daily specials at www.okamisteakhouse.com! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday - Thursday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 10pm; Friday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 11pm; Saturday 11am - 11pm; Sunday 11am 9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com
SZECHUAN 132 Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.szechuan132.com
THAI SPICE From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine. This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed. Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue.-Th.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:30
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Smoothies • To Go Wraps Fresh Salads • Cold Beer p.m.; Fri.-Sat.: 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sun.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com
YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172. ■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week @ 5PM; Sun-Wed until 10pm, Thurs until 11pm, Fri & Sat until Midnight. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees. Wednesday 80S NIGHT - 80s music and menu prices. Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert. ■ WEBSITE: www.yosake.com - @yosakeilm on Twitter & Instagram. Like us on Facebook.
BAGELS BEACH BAGELS Beach Bagels is “the” favorite spot for breakfast and lunch in Wilmington. Get a taste of a New York-style bagel by the beach. We make our bagels the traditional way: kettle-boiled then baked and always made with love. Enjoy something simple like a traditional BLT, or spice it up and try our AnnieWB: turkey breast, bacon, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, mayo, onions, and jalapeños. Not in the mood for a bagel? Don’t worry, we have ciabatta bread, croissants, kaiser rolls, biscuits, and wraps. Whatever you’re looking for, we have you covered. Don’t forget to make your lunch sandwich a combo for only $1.50,. and get a small drink, potato salad or chips and a pickle spear. Come see us at 5906 Oleander Drive or 7220 Wrightsville Avenue—right before the drawbridge on the way to beautiful Wrightsville Beach. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Homemade bagels, biscuits, croissants,
sandwiches, and more! ■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/Beach-Bagels-301865953202309/
BREWPUB BILL’S FRONT PORCH Welcome to Bill’s Front Porch Brewery & Restaurant, where you’ll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We’re passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff. Our commitment to support the communities in which we do business goes to the heart of what differentiates Bill’s Front Porch from other restaurants. But it is because of you, our guests, that we have been able to make this all happen. 4238 Market St. 4-10 Mon-Wed; 4-11 Thurs; 11-11 Fri-Sat; 12-10 Sun. 910-762-6333 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown/Market St. ■ FEATURING: Homemade craft beer, bar food and entrees. ■ WEBSITE: www.billsfrontporch.com
DINNER THEATRE THEATRENOW TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events. Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street (910) 399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com
IRISH THE HARP Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses
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the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenfield Lake/Downtown South ■ FEATURING: Homemade soups, desserts and breads, free open wifi, new enlarged patio area, and big screen TVs at the bar featuring major soccer matches worldwide. ■ WEBSITE: www.harpwilmington.com
ITALIAN 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 made-from-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 9:30am-4:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.atasteofitalydeli.com ■ FEATURING: Sclafani goods, Polly-O cheese, Ferrara Torrone and much, much more!
ANTONIO’S
Serving fresh, homemade Italian fare in midtown and south Wilmington, Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta is a familyowned restaurant which serves New York style pizza and pasta. From daily specials during lunch and dinner to a friendly waitstaff ensuring a top-notch experience, whether dining in, taking out or getting delivery, to generous portions, the Antonio’s experience is an unforgettable one. Serving subs, salads, pizza by the slice or pie, pasta, and more, dine-in, take-out and delivery! 3501 Oleander Dr., #2, and 5120 S. College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.) ■ NEIGHBORHOOD DELIVERY OFFERED: Monkey Junction and near Independence Mall
■ WEBSITE: www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com
FAT TONY’S ITALIAN PUB Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% discount to students and faculty at CFCC. They have two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am-10 pm; Fri.-Sat., 11 am-Midnight; Sun., noon-10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.
■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Nightly specials ■ WEBSITE: www.sanjuancafenc.com
MEXICAN EL CERRO GRANDE
In January, El Cerro Grande will celebrate 25 years serving authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine to the greater Wilmington area. With an ever-evolving menu, they have introduced eight new exclusive soft tacos as part of Taco Fiesta! They churn out mouth-watering enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, chef specialties, and more, in a colorfully inviting dining room marked by a friendly staff and attention to detail. Check out El Cerro’s daily drink and food specials at their three different locations, including $3.50 margaritas on Tuesdays off Military Road, on Wednesdays at 341 S. College Road, and on Thursdays at 5120 S. College Road. Mondays feature fajita dinners for 10.99 at all locations, and they even have karaoke every Wednesday at 341 S. College Rd, starting at 6 p.m. Serving lunch and dinner daily. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri., open at 11 a.m.; Sat-Sun., open at 11:30 a.m. ■ LOCATIONS: 341 S. College Rd., 910-793-0035; 5120 S. College Rd., 910-790-8727; 1051 Military Cutoff Rd., 910-679-4209 ■ WEBSITE: www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com
LA COSTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SLICE OF LIFE “Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highestquality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30 a.m.3 a.m., 7 days a week, 365 days a year. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South. ■ FEATURING: The largest tequila selection in Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com
With three locations to serve Wilmingtonians, La Costa is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m with lunch specials. Their full dinner menu (from 3 p.m. on) offers the best in Mexican cuisine across the city. From top-sellers, like fajitas, quesadillas and burritos, to chef’s specialty items, like molcajete or borrego, a taste of familiar and exotic can be enjoyed. All of La Costa’s pico de gallo, guacamole, salsas, chile-chipotle, enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily. Add to it a
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LOVEY’S NATURAL FOODS & CAFÉ
Lovey’s Natural Foods & Café is a true blessing for shoppers looking for organic and natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a veggie burger, hamburger or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar—which has cold, organic salads and hot selections—can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of delicious juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. wheat-free and glutenfree products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cut-
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16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.25 on Mondays and Tuesdays at all locations, and every meal is complete. Serving the Port City since1996, folks can dine indoors at the Oleander and both Market Street locations, or dine alfresco at both Market Street locations. 3617 Market St.; 8024 Unit 1 Market St.; 5622 Oleander Dr. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs until 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. until 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Ogden ■ WEBSITE: www.lacostamexicanrestauranwilmington.com
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anic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH: Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dine on renovated Crystal Pier. ■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com
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off Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!” ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Café open: Mon.Fri., 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.(salad bar open all the time). Market hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington in the Landfall Shopping Center ■ FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes. ■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com
WHOLE FOODS MARKET
Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive freshly prepared foods options in the city! With 4 bars featuring hot dishes & salads, a sandwich station, sushi station, and pizza station, you are apt to satisfy everyone in your group. All of the ingredients are free of any artificial colors, flavors or preservatives so food is fresh and flavorful from farm, ranch, or dock to your fork! Dine in the cafe or carry out. On any given day the selection offers an array of organic, local, vegan/ vegetarian, and healthy options. Voted Best Salads by encore readers. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. Monday - Sunday. 8am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Seasonal, healthy, organic, vegan/ vegetarian ■ WEBSITE: www.wholefoodsmarket.com
SEAFOOD BUSTER’S CALABASH SEAFOOD AND DINER New to the NOMA corridor, Buster’s Calabash Seafood and Diner features a large menu of seafood that will sate all fishy palates. From fresh catfisha dn flounger to shrip and scallops, oysters and crab cakes, it’s all found in one spot. They also offer sandwiches, fajitas, and wraps, so there is something for everyone. Their daily blue-plate specials help keep the belly full and the wallet light, while their daily breakfast buffet and special Sunday brunch buffet (6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.) keeps the early and midday risers just as full. 6309 Market St, North Wilmington. 910-769-2018 ■ SERVING BREAKFAST LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days
a week, Mon-Sat, 6:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun., 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Reservations available. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Calabash-style seafood and more!
CATCH
Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847. ■ SERVING DINNER: Mon.-Sat. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com
DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Fresh daily steamed oysters. ■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net
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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. 910-343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday ■ WEBSITE: www.pilothouserest.com
SHUCKIN’ SHACK
Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-458-7380) 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: 11am-Midnight ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on Facebook! ■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com
SOUTHERN CASEY’S BUFFET
In Wilmington, everyone knows where to go for solid country cooking. That place is Casey’s Buffet, winner of encore’s Best Country Cookin’/Soul Food and Buffet categories. “Every day we are open, somebody tells us it tastes just like their grandma’s or mama’s cooking,” coowner 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 Tues-
days. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Pig’s feet and chitterlings. ■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com
RX RESTAURANT & BAR
Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx Restaurant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up Southern cuisine made with ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. The Rx chef is committed to bringing fresh food to your table, so the menu changes daily based on what he finds locally. Rx drinks are as unique as the food—and just what the doctor ordered. Join us for a dining experience you will never forget! 421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080. ■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; Fri-Sat, 5-10:30pm; Sun., 10am-3pm and 5-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com
PEMBROKE’S
A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant. Pembroke’s focuses on the same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce. They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds. 1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-239-9153. ■ 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 award-winning 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: 11am2am daily. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector TVs in Wilmington. ■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com
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Locally owned and operated, Jax offers a laid-back atmosphere, welcoming foodies, sports fans, and craft beer enthusiasts alike. We provide a full eclectic menu of quality Boar’s Head sliced meat and cheeses, and feature unique items like our smoked salmon deviled egg, a legendary Italian sandwich, and famous pita pizzas that bake up lite and crispy. 20 HDTVs feature premium sports packaging for all the games! Supporting local craft breweries with 24 drafts and over 100 different bottles and cans, enjoy it all inside the shiny silver building or outside on the dog-friendly patio at 5046 New Centre Dr. Carry out: 910-859-7374. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: Full menu until 2am daily. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Daily food and drink specials. ■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/ JaxFifthAveDeliAleHouse
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EXTRA>>BOOK REVIEWS
CARPE LIBRUM:
Inside the life of celebrity memoir BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER
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ilmington’s literary community keeps gaining accolades (two National Book Awards nominees in 2015) and attention in the press. With multiple established publishers in the state (Algonquin, John F. Blair) and new smaller presses gaining traction (Eno, Bull City), it is timely to shine a light on discussions around literature, publishing and the importance of communicating a truthful story in our present world. Welcome to Carpe Librum, encore’s biweekly book column, wherein I will dissect a current title with an old book—because literature does not exist in a vacuum but emerges to participate in a larger, cultural conversation. I will feature many NC writers; however, the hope is to place the discussion in a larger context and therefore examine works around the world.
And A Voice to Sing With: A Memoir Plume, 1987, pgs. 378 By Joan Baez With Out You: A Memoir of Love, Loss and the Musical Rent Simon & Schuster, 2006, pgs. 309 By Anthony Rapp
Some artists have talents that cross multiple modalities. Local writer Clyde Edgerton is a gifted novelist, musician and visual artist. Some artists really excel in one field and fail at others. Why do the gods bless some people with myriad talents but little success in a chosen field, while others soar to great heights yet yearn for different achievements? This is a question for the ages. But I found myself reading two very different performance memoirs and contemplating the striking differences between them. My week began with Joan Baez’s memoir, “And A Voice To Sing With.” I pick up memoirs by famous people for salacious and intimate details of their lives with other famous people. What was daily life with Bob Dylan like before he was “Dylan”? What are the real stories behind famous songs that make up the sound track of one’s life? Baez leads her readers through a fairly ordinary childhood—except her father was a re-
search scientist during the nuclear age. His crisis of conscience led the family to a Quaker meeting. If anyone is at all familiar with Joan Baez and her life’s work, the Quaker influence of her early life shines through clearly from her refusal to pay taxes that fund war and armaments, to her work with Amnesty International and the Civil Rights Movement. Baez is mesmerizing: she has the voice of an angel, a musical career that spans decades and encompasses the early folk scene in the Village, Woodstock, Live Aid, marching with Dr. King, and draft resistance. She literally walks with kings and farmers alike, and if asked about her proudest accomplishment, she will name her son, Gabe. Apparently early in life she didn’t have a notable singing voice, but she taught herself to sing in the shower and developed a sound that would make her famous. There are several aspects to her book that make it notable: First, she does tell the wonderful “inside-the-lifeof-celebrity” stories people want to hear whether that celebrity is Odetta, Abbie Hoffman, Coretta Scott King, or Leach Walesa. But her skill as a songwriter bleeds over into prose that is simple, straightforward and beautiful. “My Public image was clear: a girl, a guitar, her songs, and a message.”
eyes. Yes David, you were. You were ob- after final dress and tech rehearsal—he structing your own way.” never got to see the show open. Through Clear, principled action are the hallmarks Rapp’s book, we can see Larson in full of her life and work—including joining a creative bloom, shaping and sculpting human rights delegation to North Vietnam the script and libretto. Rapp recounts lyrin 1972, landing her in the middle of the ics that did not make it to the final script, Christmas bombing. She brought a tape and we have a chance to see the musirecorder with her, and from 15 hours of cal that changed the conversation about recorded material, combined with her own AIDS, life, death, love, and survival grow writing, produced the album “Where Are from a rehearsal concept to the cultural I wish we could reprint all of chapter You Now, My Son.” It was her gift to the phenomenon that spawned a generation five (it is only two pages) “To Love and Vietnamese people and prayer of thanks of performers and composers. Music” about Woodstock (copyright law for survival. Rapp is a gifted singer and actor, but and length both make that not viable). It his writing is at best clunky. At worst it It is captivating, powerful, stunning writopens: “Woodstock was drugs and sex reads like a middle-school essay. But and rock and roll.” She tells about taking ing and covers 40 fascinating years of the material is so fascinating that I for thoughtful action. I struggle daily to live my her mother to Woodstock and ends: beliefs; Baez recounts with simple clarity one was willing to forge ahead. Would I “Woodstock, in all its mud and glory she would not play segregated venues or read anything else? Probably not. But for belonged to the sixties, that outrageous, appear on TV shows Pete Seeger (then fleeting glimpses into a world I can never longed for, romanticized, lusted after, black-listed) wasn’t invited to perform on. fully touch, let alone inhabit (but has imtragic, insane, bearded and bejeweled And up until 2008, she did not endorse pacted my own small life tremendously), epoch. It is over and will never return. politicians because the causes were big- it is a cherished delight. I do not miss it. But sometimes I resent ger than individual elections. the eighties.” By contrast, Anthony Rapp’s memoir In case anyone forgot, Baez was six falls short of the mark. What makes it months pregnant at Woodstock and her interesting is the inside look at the dehusband, David Harris, was in prison for velopment of one of the pivotal moments draft resistance. in theatre history: the debut of Jonathan “Once the prosecutor asked him if Larson’s “Rent.” Rapp originated the role there had been anything obstructing of Mark and journeys from the first audihis way into the induction center,” Baez tion forward in the process. So the readwrites. “Yes, David, I thought, closing my er can meet Larson, who famously died encore |december 28, 2016 - january 3, 2017 | www.encorepub.com 29
EXTRA>>FEATURE
ARE WE THERE YET?
Where to celebrate the end of 2016 and beginning of 2017 in ILM
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o, we took an unofficial poll here at encore and determined most everyone is ready to see 2016 come to a sweet, sweet end. We’re ready to laugh, eat, drink, and dance our way into 2017. Whether encore readers are enthusiastically celebrating the end of this past year or happily welcoming the beginning of another, all sorts of fun ways await to celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in the Port City. Here are a few highlights...
Brew Year’s Eve w/ Dirty White Rags
Sat., Dec. 31, 9:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Flytrap Brewing • 319 Walnut St. Free
Yes, let’s start with beer. Flytrap Brewing will be ringing in the new year with jazz-andblues-inspired stylings of local band Dirty White Rags. Flytrap Brewing will have a free champagne toast at midnight. Catch the Food Truck will be outside serving up fare made especially to pair with Flytrap brews. House beers include a White IPA, Cranberry Saison, Rye Pale, Belgian Dubbel with Plum, and several others. Also note: Flytrap’s holiday hours are Brew Year’s Eve from noon - 1 a.m. and New Year’s Day from noon - 10 p.m. Visit www.flytrapbrewing.com.
NYE 2016: Bacchanalia!
Sat., Dec. 31 Seatings at 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.; Doors open 30 mins prior. $90 per person; $170 couples; $30 show only TheatreNOW • 19 S. 10th St.
Indulge in a multi-course meal and contemporary variety acts at TheatreNOW come the 31st. This year’s annual “Bacchanalia!” features flame and aerial acts, live music, comedy, and more. Each ticket includes party favors and a champagne toast to the arrival of 2017. (show-only tickets also available). Additional beverages and service gratuity are not included in ticket price. Learn more or make reservations at theatrewilmington.com.
throughout the night’s festivities.
New Year’s Eve Gala
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Saturday, Dec. 31, 7 p.m. Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. Tickets: $150
Presented with Cape Fear Theatre Arts, Thalian Hall’s New Year’s Eve Gala is sure to be one of the best theatrical parties in town! Ring in the new year with Broadway’s “Sister Act,” produced by Cape Fear Theatre Arts. Based on the 1992-hit film starring Whoopi Goldberg, “Sister Act” is the feel-good musical comedy everyone needs right about now. Featuring original music by Tonyand Oscar-award winner Alan Menken (“Newsies,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Little Shop of Horrors”), the musical will have everyone ready to dance the night away. Dinner, drinks, dessert, and show are all included. After the curtains fall, the party train to 2017 will continue with a live DJ, dancing and countdown with champagne toast. Tickets are $125— Thalian member discounts are not applicable. Learn more at thalianhall.org.
Pop the Port NYE Party
Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. Throne Theater • 208 Market St. Tickets: $35-$75
Come dressed to impress at Throne Theater’s Pop the Port New Year’s Eve Party. Mixed and hosted by KeyBo Entertainment, there will be a balloon drop, cash prizes, and of course lots of music and dancing. All tickets come with a bottle of champagne but VIP balcony access also comes with light hors d’oeuvre and waitress to make those long trips to the bar (all top-shelf liquor will only be $7). Table, stool and suite reservations are available by emailing poptheport@gmail.com or calling 704-658-6580. Must be 21 and over, with valid ID. Visit thronetheater.com. Psst … encoreDeals still has a few halfprice tickets to Pop the Port. Get ‘em while they last at encoredeals.getsocio.com.
New Year’s Show: Kyle Grooms
Dead Crow Comedy • 265 N. Front St. Sat., Dec. 31, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets: $20-$25
We promised some laughs in this roundup,
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New Year’s Eve Gala
Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort 649 Rivage Promenade Tickets: $60
The New Year’s Eve Gala at Beau Rivage Golf & Resort in Wilmington, NC, features heavy hors d’oeuvre by Middle of the Island Catering, a complimentary drink and champagne toast at midnight, and music by Party Gras Entertainment. There will be a cash bar available throughout the evening, room packages for an additional $89—which comes with a complimentary bottle of champagne— and gala proceeds benefit New Hanover Regional Medical Center Rehabilitation Hospital.
too, so here they are: Dead Crow Comedy is hosting their final show of 2016 with special guest Kyle Grooms, featuring Kevin Brookes. Grooms has appeared on Comedy Central with his own stand-up special, as well as “Chappelle’s Show” and NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” No stranger to the stage, Grooms has done gigs at several top clubs of New York City, like Caroline’s, Comic Strip, Comedy Cellar, and Gotham. Now the writer, actor and comedian will head to the Port City for a champagne toast with Wilmingtonians on New Year’s Eve at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Get tickets at deadcrowcomedy-com.seatengine.com.
Island of Lights New Year’s Eve Celebration
Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. Ocean Front Park • 105 Atlantic Ave., Kure Beach Free
The Island of Lights is going into its 25th year of providing a coastal holiday tradition for many families. Their New Year’s Eve Celebration at Ocean Front Park features (what else?) an illuminated giant beach-ball drop at midnight, followed by fireworks by the Atlantic. Prior to midnight there will be a DJ, dancing and raffle for original artwork of the annual Island of Lights Christmas card and ornament. Refreshments will be available for purchase
For details and tickets, visit the event’s Facebook page or www.beaurivagegolfonline.com.
NYE Bash w/ The Phantom Playboys Sat., Dec. 31, 10 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Tickets: $10 adv; $12 door
The Calico Room is hosting their New Year’s Eve Bash with local rockabilly favorites The Phantom Playboys. Their 50s rock ‘n’ rollinspired sounds and raw energy are unparalleled in Wilmington’s burning hot music scene. Folks will have to bring dancin’ shoes to keep up with this “five-piece brass and steel freight train.” There also will be party favors and a champagne toast to help jump-start 2017. Tickets are available on EventBrite or visit the event page on Facebook.
New Year’s Noon
Sat., Dec. 31, 9 a.m. - noon Children’s Museum of Wilmington 116 Orange St. Tickets: $8.75 to $9.75
New Year’s Eve isn’t just for grownups— though, we have plenty of options out there! For young families looking for something to do with the kiddos earlier in the day, they can head downtown to Children’s Museum of Wilmington to toast to 2017—with juice,
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LAUGH AWAY 2016: Melissa Douty (above) is headlining Comedy & Coffee Cure for 2016 Show at Morning Glory Coffee House on New Year’s Day. Courtesy photo.
of course. Kids can make their own crowns, Comedy & Coffee Cure for 2016 Show streamer sticks, glittery slimes, and more faMorning Glory Coffee House vors to celebrate the new year before a massive confetti toss at noon in the courtyard! Visit 1415 Dawson St. Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017 playwilmington.org for more details.
New Year’s Eve Boat Cruise
Sat., Dec. 31, 10:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Winner Princess Party Boat 100 Carl Winner Dr. Tickets: $25
Even landlubbers just looking for a little adventure on the water can appreciate Winner Party Boat’s New Year’s Eve Cruise in Carolina Beach. Folks can rock the boat with dance music, party favors, cash bar, and a champagne toast on the water at midnight. Boarding time is at 10:30 p.m., with departure scheduled for 11 p.m. and return at 12:30 a.m. Visit winnerboats.com for details and reservations, or call 910-458-5356.
New Year’s Eve Celebration: Fermental Sat., Dec. 31, 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Fermental, 7250-B Market St. Free
Doors at 6 p.m.; Show at 7 p.m. Tickets: $10
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Too much champagne on New Year’s Eve? Still recovering from 2016? Nothing cures what ails ya like caffeine, homemade pastries and a good laugh. Morning Glory Coffee House has all three lined up with Comedy & Coffee Cure for 2016. Featuring the winner of 2016’s Ultimate Comedy Challenge in Greensboro, NC, Melissa Douty was the first female comic to take home the top prize. Douty will be joined by performer Blaire Postman (2016 finalist in Wilma Magazine’s Women to Watch Awards for arts) and the show’s host, Wills Maxwell (WWAY’s “What Did We Miss” commentator). Find the event page on Facebook or visit morningglorycoffeehouse.com.
Japanese HibacHi steakHouse & susHi 614 S. College Rd. • (910) 399-3366 www.okamisteakhouse.com
Wrightsville Plungin’ for a Purpose
Sun., Jan. 1; noon, plunge at 1 p.m. Crystal Pier at The Oceanic Fermental is offering a trifecta of talent with 703 S. Lumina Ave. Kyle Lindley, Sean Richardson and the Sany Registration: $25 Pose Duo taking the stage throughout the evening. They’ll have rotating rare beers on tap, wines by the glass, and at midnight our favorite three words this week: complimentary champagne toast.
Dive into 2016 by Plungin’ for a Purpose to support Communities In Schools of Cape Fear. This year’s Wrightsville Polar Plunge will have music, refreshments, fun activities, $5 raffle, and more for the whole family. Visit This is designed to be a casual alternative Crystal Pier (Public Access #36) for festivities way to celebrate 2017, so no reservations are at noon and plunge at 1 p.m. Register to take required. Goin’ Ham Burger Truck will be on the plunge individually or as a team. site starting at 7 p.m. Call 910-821-0362 for Visit ciscapefear.org/wrightsville-plunge. details, or visit fermental.net. Find or list more events at encorepub.com.
Daily Specials: All You Can Eat Sushi | Lunch $11.99 Dinner $21.99 | Kids 13 or under $13.99 Sunday $21.99 ALL DAY! Early Bird Special $16.99 | 4-6pm daily | Pick 2 meats (chicken, shrimp, steak or calamari) Mon - Thur: 11am - 2:30pm & 4 -10pm • Fri: 11am - 2:30 pm & 4pm - 11pm Sat: 11am -11pm, Sun: 11am - 9:30pm please call ahead for hours as they may change during the holiday season
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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON
TO-DO CALENDAR events NYE BACCHANALIA
Dec. 31, 6pm/9pm: NYE 2016-Bacchanalia, two seatings. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to each seating. $90 individual/$170 couple. $30 Show only. Ticket includes a many-coursed tasting meal, champagne toast, party favors and the show. Indulgent multi-course tasting meal and contemporary variety acts including flame acts, aerial acts, live music, comedy and more! Party favors and champagne toast included with ticket. Additional beverages and service gratuity not included. TheatreNOW, 19
S. 10th St.
NC AZALEA FEST PRE PARTY
NC Azalea Festival’s Pre-festival Party, 7pmmidnight. Hilton Wilmington Riverside in downtown Wilmington. Dance the night away with the Imitations or relax in the fire lounge. Beer, wine, specialty cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Tickets, hotel and table Packages are available through our website and office. www.ncazaleafestival.org/events/pre-festivalparty/. Ticket: $50/pc. Hotel package (2 tickets and hotel room): $140. Table (8 tickets & 2 hotel rooms): $600. 301 N Water St.
COURTYARDS AND COBBLESTONES
An inspirational wedding event that features eer and be part of the action amongst friends seven fully styled venues and a hand-picked that care for the Cape Fear River. Tickets are collection of the most innovative, creative $60 each or $420 for a table of 8. Doors will wedding professionals from Southeastern open at 5:30 this year and check in begins at North Carolina. We are happy to invite en6 p.m. Coastline Convention Center, 503 Nutt gaged couples as well as their family and St. www.coastlineconventioncenter.com friends to our next event on Jan. 14-15, 4pm, MLK DAY PARADE www.courtyardsandcobblestones.com Wilmington will celebrate the life and legacy STRIPER FEST of Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 16 at 11 a.m. Jan. 13: Celebrate the restoration of the Cape Lineup and participation registration takes Fear River Fishery and have a great time doplace from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The parade ing it! Bid on fishing gear and tackle, beach begins at 1898 Memorial Park at Third St. vacations, adventure tours, unique art pieces Free. www.mlkjrcelebration-senc10.com and more at our auction, while enjoying a deli- WILMINGTON PRECIOUS METALS cious catered dinner. Listen to a live AuctionJan. 22 Wilmington’s large jewelry show will get underway from noon to 6 p.m. Jewelers and metalsmiths from across the region will convene to sell their wares. Admission is $5 and includes a raffle ticket. Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St. brooklynartsnc.com
charity/fundraisers WRIGHTSVILLE PLUNGE
Jan. 1, noon: Kick off your New Year by “Plungin’ for a Purpose” to support Communities In Schools of Cape Fear! Offering music, refreshments, fun competitions and much more, the Wrightsville Plunge allows the entire family to kick-start the New Year in a fun and thrilling way. All proceeds from the Wrightsville Plunge will be used to support at-risk youth in our community, and help ensure they have the resources they need to be successful and stay in school! $25 adults / $10 kids under 12. Register yourself at www.ciscapefear.org, or build a team at www.crowdrise.com/WrightsvillePlunge.
ART OF THE BLOOM
Jan. 5-7: Art of the Bloom at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort matches up the area’s finest floral designers in a design challenge to create floral arrangements inspired by art. Cameron Art Museum will open its vault and send 30 pieces from its permanent collection. More than 20 designers will participate in interpreting the art through floral design. Design Divas from Florida will be on hand to select twinners, as well as Best of Show. Proceeds go to Cameron Art Museum and New Hanover Garden Club. Thurs, 7-9pm (Preview Party, $35-$45); Fri, 9am to 9pm; Sat, 9am to 5pm; Sum, 9am to 4pm. http://cameronartmuseum. org/artofthebloom. (910) 395-5999
COLD STROKE CLASSIC
Jan. 21, Blockade Runner Beach Resort in Wrightsville Beach will present a standup paddleboard (SUP) competition, which will include two races and multiple divisions for ages 14 and under. A short course of 3.5 miles and a long course of 7 miles can be chosen; cash prizes will be awarded. Proceeds will benefit Nourish NC. Register: www.webscorer.com/ register?raceid=85153. 275 Waynick Blvd.
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music/concerts DOWNTOWN DRUM CIRCLE
Open drum circle for all levels, ages and drums. Enjoy an expressive evening with drumming, dance and expression. Longest running drum circle with 4+ years and counting. Calico Room, 115 N 2nd St.
NYE BEATLES’ TRIBUTE
BritishMania, one of the top Beatles Tribute Bands in the world, will be at Wrightsville Beach for one night only. You remember the songs, and the rythm of the times? Well, we’re bringing it back to start the New Year right. Celebrate that eclectic mix that was the 1960’s, and the band that made it famous. With true-to-period attire, equipment & instruments, BritishMania recreates “that special sound”, setting one at ease, and making this an era to remember. Black tie optional heavy hors d’oeuvres, dessert and coffee, and tribute show/champagne toast. RSVP: 910.256.2251. Included in resort package. Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd.
NYE PARTY
Dec. 31, 10pm: Don’t miss Wilmington’s top party/dance band for a special NYE show at Wild Wing Cafe! Featuring both male and female lead vocalists allows for plenty of variety throughout the night. Covers include everything from Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars, to Stevie Wonder. 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.
will have new member auditions at the UNCW Cultural Arts Building on Jan. 10. Interested musicians must schedule an audition time by emailing Shirley Lebo at orchestramgr@wilmingtonsymphony.org. Applications and required audition music are available online or by phone. 5270 Randall Dr. (910) 791-9262. www.wilmingtonsymphony.org JAZZ AT CAM
Jan. 12, 6pm: Presented by the Cape Fear Jazz Society, Cameron Art Museum hosts lives jazz with Michael D’Angelo Quarte, featuring Chad Eby and Evan Ringel and a mix of standard and original work from 6:30-8 p.m. $10-$12. 3201 S. 17th St. www.cameronartmuseum.org
Downtown
RUSH HOUR CONCERT
Jan. 17, 7pm: Taking place at UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium, writer and local professor Clyde Edgerton will read in various characters from old people to babies, as well as play tradition and original music. Dr. Edgerton was raised near Durham, NC, and has published 10 novels, a book of advice and a memoir. $5-$10. http://uncw.edu/presents/rushhour.html
A SYMPHONY OF BELLS
Jan. 28: St. Andrews handbell choir will take over St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church to perform a varied concert of music. Hear classics from Mozart, jaunty rhythms from the soundtrack of “Shrek” and even modern-day rock tunes from bands like Coldplay. Free. 1416 Market St. Sharon L. Miller: (910) 762-9693
NYE W/RAYLAND BAXTER
12/31, 9pm: Rayland Baxter at Bourgie Nights with Sean Thomas Gerard opening. Rayland Baxter certainly cant, and he wouldnt want to. Though he grew up in Nashville to the sounds of his fathers pedal steel, he didnt dream of being a rock star. He loved music, of course, but he liked other things, too: being outside, playing sports, working at the bait shop to make spare change. Hed always just let things settle into place naturally, following his gut from Tennessee to Colorado to Israel and back again, not knowing that when he returned home hed have a handful of songs and the knowledge that, at the end of the day, he didnt want to do anything else but make music. He leads a life without reigns, his work always echoing the ease in which it came to be. 127 Princess St. $10 adv./$15 day of.
NYE AT THE WHISKEY
Dec. 31, 9pm: Come out and ring the New Year at The Whiskey in downtown Wilmington with Mac & Juice and Signal Fire. Cover TBD. The Whiskey, 1 S Front St.
METROPOLITAN OPERA
Jan. 7, 1pm: The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNCW presents the Metropolitan Opera Live in HD at Lumina Theater in Wilmington featuring the James Levineconducted Nabucco. Verdi’s early drama of ancient Babylon stars Plácido Domingo as the title character, while Liudmyla Monastyrska sings the role of Abigaille, Nabucco’s willful daughter, with Jamie Barton as Fenena, Russell Thomas as Ismaele, and Dmitri Belosselskiy as the prophet Zaccaria. Educational mini-lecture presented 45 minutes prior curtain. UNCW’s Lumina Theater, 601 S. College Rd.
WSO NEW MEMBER AUDITIONS
Jan. 10, Wilmington Symphony Orchestra
theatre/auditions NYE GALA: SISTER ACT
Dec. 31, 7pm: Special benefit for Thalian Hall, co-presented with Cape Fear Theatre Arts! The best New Year’s Eve party in town! Ring in the new year in theatrical style! Dinner, drinks, dessert, and a sensational performance of a Broadway musical produced by Cape Fear Theatre Arts, one of Wilmington’s most respected community theatre ensembles, are all included. After the show, ring in 2017 with a live DJ, dancing, and countdown with champagne toast. $125 (member discount not applicable). Show is “Sister Act”—based on the Touchstone Pictures movie starring Whoopi Goldberg. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. www. thalianhall.org. Theatre production continues Jan. 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, 7:30 p.m. or 3 p.m. matinees.
COMMON PLACE, UNCOMMON ENCOUNTERS
Strangers interacting, old lovers meeting by chance, a woman in the men’s room, elderly friends on an outing, ex-spouses conflicting-- add a harried mother with a crying baby, a shady character in a trench coat, a man bent on suicide, and the grumpy custodian who cleans up after everyone. These are just some of characters who stop at a rest area off an expressway during the course of one day in “Common Place, Uncommon Encounters.” Penned by six members of the Port City Playwrights Project, the show runs Jan. 12-22. Curtain time Thurs.-Sat., 8pm with Sunday matinees, 3pm Ticket info posted on the website in Dec: https://portcityplaywrights. wordpress.com. Tickets $18 plus tax, and $16 plus tax for seniors and full-time students. All Thurs. night tickets are $12. Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St.
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DISNEY’S ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’
Thalian Association will present as part of TACT, their children’s theater program, “The Little Mermaid,” Jan 20-22 at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. $12. Hannah Block USO/Community Center, 120 S. Second St. www.thalian.org
dance CONTRA DANCE
Evening of contemporary American country dancing—exercise that’s actually fun, done to live music by Box of Chocolates band— fiddle, percussion, guitar, dulcimer, bass, mandolin and more! Dress cool and comfortable, soft-soled shoes. 2nd/4th Tues ea. mo. All ages welcome. United Methodist Church, 409 S. 5 Ave.
OVER 50’S DANCE
Start the new year off right by attending the Tues., Jan. 10th Over 50’s dance is held at the New Hanover Co. Senior Resource Center, 2222 So. College Rd. The fun begins with a short basic level dance lesson at 7:30 and continues until 10:00pm. This month’s music will be provided by our dancing DJ, Dan Chop who will provide ballroom, social dance, and line dance music. To add to your enjoyment, a mixer and a line dance segment are part of the evening $8 person plus a finger food or 2-liter soft drink to share. Tim Gugan: (910) 620-8427 or overfiftiesdanceclub.org.
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Jan. 19: The 76’ers Square Dance Club will meet at the New Hanover County Senior Cen-
ter at 7 p.m. Folks are welcome to join, with or without a partner. 2222 S. College Rd. Free. Jeff Johnson: (910) 686-1953
comedy OPEN MIC COMEDY
After a long absence, the Browncoat is excited to once again host Open Mic Comedy, hosted by Hal Cosec! You think you’ve got what it takes to make an entire theater laugh? Come on out and prove it! Doors open at 7:30pm for signups, and the show starts at 8pm. Free! Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace St.
OPEN MIC
The wildest open mic in town ... anything goes. (except cover songs). Stand-up comedy, slam poetry, video, live music, odd talents—performances of all kinds. Hosted by 6-beer Steve. Signup, 8pm, and runs all night. Juggling Gypsy 1612 Castle St. ILM, (910) 763-2223 daily after 3pm for details. www.jugglinggypsy. com.
COMEDY BINGO
Brent Blakeney headlines comedy bingo at Dead Crow, Tuesday nights, 8pm. Free show featuring the best comics from all over the Southeast, all while playing bingo along with the words they say! Win prizes and enjoy discount tacos! Hosted by Louis Bishop with in-booth side kick comedian Lew Morgante. Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.
DEAD CROW COMEDY ROOM
12/30, 9:30pm; 12/31, 7pm/10pm: Kyle Grooms, featuring Kevin Brookes. Champagne toast included! Throughout his career, Kyle has appeared in his own hysterical
half-hour stand-up special on Comedy Cenplay their 2D or 3D artworks in the gallery for tral, while also making multiple appearances a month in the upcoming year and have an on VH1, NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” and opening reception. Leland Cultural Arts Cenfamed “Chappelle’s Show.” Among his many ter, 1212 Magnolia Village Way. www.townofleaccomplishments, his first comedy CD, “The land.com/lcac Legend of the Jersey Devil,” was named one UNCW STUDENT EXHIBITION of iTunes’ Top 100 Comedy CD’s of 2009. The culmination of study in studio art, juried A regular on the New York comedy scene, by the studio art faculty and mounted by the Grooms has performed at several top clubs, graduating seniors. It is the capstone event for including Caroline’s, Comic Strip, Comedy the graduating seniors. Exhibition continues Cellar and Gotham. He has been featured on through Dec. 10. UNCW, Art Gallery, Cultural several television, radio and internet broadArts Building, 601 S. College Rd. casts, such as P-Diddy’s “Bad Boys of ComTHE COLORFUL SERIES: PLACES & SPACES edy,” Jamie Foxx’s “Laffapalooza,” “Tough Local artist Rhonda Schoolfield’s show will Crowd with Colin Quinn,” “The Byron Allen have art hanging through Jan. 5th. Partial Show,” “BET Comic View,” and “Red Carpet sales from original watercolor and acrylic Fashion.” Having even brought his act overpaintings will be donated to a local animal seas, he performed at the “ Grande Journal” rescue. A Tasting Room retains 20% of the in France and has made several appearances sales price, remaining 80% goes to The Rufin national TV ad campaigns for companies fian Foundation or an animal rescue charity including T-Mobile, Sears, Career Builders chosen by the art patron. Saving and improvand Holiday Inn Express. Grooms continues ing the lives of many dogs and cats! A Tasting to grow as a stand-up comedian, writer and Room, 19 S. 2nd St. actor, and can currently be seen performing worldwide. • 1/6, 7pm/9:30pm—Dave Stone NO BOUNDARIES ART COLONY EXHIBIT Showcasing art work of 14 No Boundaries has recently appeared on NBC’s Last Comic artisan that were chosen to participate in this Standing, Modern Comedian both of which year’s colony. The work was created during focused on the two years of his life living and a two-week artistic immersion, which takes touring in a van. Dave was part of the Beards place annually in the first 2 weeks in Novemof Comedy, was named CMT’s Next Big Comber on Bald Head Island. The artists for this ics, was featured in New Faces in the Montreal years event include: Ben Billingsley, Richard Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in 2013 and Conn, Nat Dickinson, Brandon Guthrie, Chip made his Network TV Debut on The Late Show Hemingway, Rebecca Jones, Anne Lindberg, with Craig Ferguson. Made his cartoon debut Shaun Richards, Vicky Smith, Gayle Tustin as a voice on Squidbillies! Tickets: deadcrowand Genevieve VanZandt. Wilma W. Daniels comedy.com. Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 Gallery (CFCC), 200 Hanover St. N. Front St. THE SECOND CITY HITS HOME
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Jan. 26, The revered Chicago sketch comedy troupe will take over Kenan’s stage to perform songs and improv about Wilmington. LOVING DOCUMENTARY $20-$50. 7:30 p.m. UNCW, 601 S. College Dec. 30, 3pm: Discover the true story beRd. uncw.edu/presents/second_city.html hind “Loving,” the critically-acclaimed movie released in November. This 2011 documentary explores the emotional journey of Mildred Jeter and Richard Loving as they marry, have children, and as their marriage is declared SAME VIEW illegal by the state of Virginia – all because ‘Same View—Different Day’ Backyard Series he was white and she was black and Native is a 3 year photographic exploration of the American. Follow the story all the way to their movement of tides, the art of clouds and the landmark Supreme Court case in 1967. (77 beauty of nature as seen by Artist Jo Ann Tominutes). Free for members or with paid genmaselli from her own backyard. Platypus & eral admission. CF Museum, 814 Market St. Gnome Restaurant, downtown, 9 S Front St.
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Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the in-
teraction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 year history of WB. (910) 256-2569. 303 W. Salisbury St. www.wbmuseum.com. HIDDEN BATTLESHIP
Jan. 7, noon, $45-$55: Hidden Battleship at the Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington features a four-hour behind-the-scenes tour of un-restored areas of the vessel. Guests explore the bow (officers’ country, boatswain locker), third deck (Radio II, brig, after gyro, storage rooms, ammunition handling, Engineer’s office), Engine Room #1, superstructure (Captain’s cabin, armored conning tower), aft diesel, the Marine Compartment, and climb inside the fire control tower to the top of the ship. The Azalea Coast Radio Club will be in Radio II to explain their work on the ship’s radio transmitters. The program is for adults only (ages 16 and up) and limited to 40 participants. Battleship North Carolina, #1 Battleship Rd. www.battleshipnc.com
STARRING CAPE FEAR
New Hanover County’s Cape Fear Museum is proud to showcase highlights of the region’s film history with the opening of its newest exhibit, Starring Cape Fear! Visitors can explore the history of the local film and television production industry from the 1980s to the present day. View artifacts from several productions including Firestarter, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dawson’s Creek, One Tree Hill and Tammy. See a cape and the ear from Blue Velvet, an Iron Man 3 mask, and the jet ski beloved by Kenny Powers (Danny McBride) in Eastbound & Down. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. Tues.-Sat., 9am-5pm; Sun.,1-5pm.
WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM
Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mon. at 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child, ages 2-12, and free under age 2. Northend of downtown, 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634. www. wrrm.org.
LATIMER HOUSE
Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 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 12foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy” and “Sheena,” a 23ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 7621669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.
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18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd/Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. (910) 762-0570. burgwinwrighthouse.com.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Dec. 31, 9am-noon: New Year’s Noon: Countdown to the New Year with us at our family friendly mid-day celebration! Toast to 2017 with a juice toast, make a party crown, streamer sticks, glittery slime and more! The event culminates with an epic confetti toss at noon in the courtyard! Admission: Event is free to Children’s Museum members Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits. www.playwilmington.org. 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534
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Appropriate for ages 4-10, but all ages welcome. Dock the Dog and Dock Street Kids for 10 exciting episodes of Super Saturday Fun Time, TheatreNOW’s live theatrical show featuring local history and mystery and super guest stars, hosted by Captain Coy T. Plunkett (Zach Hanner). Live music, games, cartoons, short films, and his favorite surf “nuggets.” Dock Street Kids and their alwayshungry dog, Dock, solve adventures. Parents can even drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly snacks and drinks available for purchase.
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CAM, every Thurs., 10-10:30am: Admission by donation. Bring your infant, toddler or preschooler for story time, gallery exploration and an art project! georgia@cameronartmuseum. org for more info. 3201 S. 17th St.
PIRATE ISLAND TREASURE HUNT
Special program for kids in kindergarten through second grade. At each session theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll hear a story that incorporates a different art concept, then have time to apply what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen and heard as they make their own art! Free but space limited. Register www.nhclibrary.org for the dates your child will attend, to be sure of having enough seats and art materials. Julie: jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-7986303. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.
Perfect tour for kids! A pirate guide will take FRENCH PLAYGROUP Thurs., 10am: Chantez! Jouez! Rencontrez you on a two hour cruise to the legendary des nouveaux amis! Sing, play, and meet spot where Captain Kidd burried his ill-gotten new friends at French Playgroup at the Main booty. Dig for the hidden treasure and find Library! Informal hour where young kids and hidden gems on Masonboro Island. Book your parents/caregivers can hear and try out some reservation by calling (910) 200-4002. $30/ French words. Free and no advance registraadult and $20/child. Wrightsville Beach Scetion is needed. Main Library Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Room nic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd. at 910-798-6303 or sdemarco@nhcgov.com. FRIDAYS FOR FUN NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St. Volleyball instruction for kid every Friday at PRE-K MATH AND SCIENCE 4:30. No need to pre-register, just show up Thurs, 10am: Play, learn, and explore with and play! $10 for 1 or bring 3 kids, $20! All your child. Math and science concepts will skills welcome! Captâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;n Bills Backyard Grille, be introduced through interactive story times, 4240 Market St. hands on science experiments and exploraMUSEUM EXPLORERS tion stations. Program is designed for children 11am: 1st program; 2pm: 2nd Programâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Free between the ages of 3-6. Free. Cape Fear Mufor members or with general admission Ignite seum, 814 Market St. your curiosity! Discover history, science and LEGO CHALLENGE cultures of the Lower Cape Fear through inNHC Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 S. College teractive science investigations, hands-on Rd. Maureen Weinman, mweinman@nhcgov. exploration and unique artifacts. Activities are com, 910-798-6393. Lego Challenge at Myrtle designed to stimulate curiosity and encourGrove Library is a fun way for kids to practice age families to have fun together. Themes problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, vary. Ages 5 and up. Appx. 45 minutes each visualizing three dimensional structures, comtime slot. Adult participation is rqd. Cape Fear munication, and motor skills! Participating Museum, 814 Market St. children may work alone or in groups. Legos STORY ART
are scheduled on the third Tuesday of each month at New Hanover Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Myrtle Grove Library. The sessions are free for kids ages 5 to 10. Space is limited, so preregister: www. nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6393. 5155 S. College Rd. LEGO CHECKOUT
Dec. 28, 9am: Main Library Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Room will loan boxes of Legos to kids who want to play in the room on Wednesday, December 22. School is out for New Hanover County School students, which means itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great day to visit the public library and look for books to read! No advance registration is needed for a Lego break at Main Library on Dec. 28. For more information about childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programs at the Main Library, contact Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Librarian Julie Criser at 910-798-6303 or jcriser@nhcgov.com. 201 Chestnut St.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;FICTION TO FASHIONâ&#x20AC;? CONTEST
Jan. 1, all day: Teens ages 13 to 18 are invited to compete in New Hanover County Public Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Third Annual Fashion Design Contest, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fiction to Fashionâ&#x20AC;?. Contestants will be challenged to design outfits from recycled books, cassette tapes, and CDs. Number of contestants in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fiction to Fashionâ&#x20AC;? is limited to 25. Registration is free and will be open from January 1 to 31, or until available slots are filled. Contestants may select materials at the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fiction to Fashionâ&#x20AC;? orientation session on January 17 at Northeast Library. Local fashion authorities will work with contestants on their artistic vision and presentation at a fashion forum on February 7, and a runway show rehearsal on February 21. Attendance at these three meetings is required. Runway show is scheduled for 7pm on February 23 at Expo 216 on Front Street. Contestants will model their designs for a live audience, and the fashion authorities will award special prizes to be announced at the event. http:// libguides.nhclibrary.org/newse/f2f. Scooter Hayes: shayes@nhcgov.com or 910-7986393. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.
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Jan. 23, 3:30pm for kids 8-12; Jan. 24, 6pm, for teens, 13-18: New Hanover County Library is preparing students to succeed in a 21st century world! Build a structure in Minecraft at this free workshop at Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 South College Rd. Attendance is free but space is strictly limited, so please register on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org. There will be a small materials charge if you choose to print your design on the 3D printer. Scooter Hayes at 910-798-6393/shayes@nhcgov.com.
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Trip includes: bait, tackle, rods, and a licensed guide. Catch flounder, black sea bass, bluefish, and more while we drift along Banks Channel. Fun for all ages! $35/adult and $25/ child. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.
BIRDING CRUISE
Join Capt Joe as he guides you on an open water exploration of the Intracoastal Waterway, inlet passages, and sandy barrier islands of Wrightsville Beach and Masonboro Island. Come relax on the catamaran style boat while observing the diverse flora and fauna that coastal North Carolina has to offer. Topics will include as strong emphasis on shorebird identification and ecology, as well as coastal salt marsh function. $35 and $25/Senior. WB Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.
EAGLE ISLAND KAYAK TOUR
Explore Davis Creek and the Cape Fear River along Eagle Island learning about its history while observing wildlife. Cost: $45/person. Pre-reg. rqd. 341-0075 or reg., halyburtonpark.com. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.
BIRD HIKES
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Jan. 1, 2pm: Start the New Year off with some fresh air! Join us on our First Day Hike. Be one of many hikers participating in First Day Hike in State Parks throughout all 50 states. Meet the ranger at the marina trail head parking lot for a 2 mile hike to Sugarloaf Dune. Wear good hiking shoes and dress for the weather. Reservations are required. (910) 458-8206. Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Rd.
UNCW VS ELON
Don’t miss UNCW’s men’s basketball team take on Elon in a Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) game at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington. $10-$18. 601 S. College Rd. (910) 962-3233 www.uncwsports.com
STOP ANIMATION LAB FOR KIDS
Jan. 9, 3:30pm: New Hanover County Library is preparing students to succeed in a 21st century world! Kids ages 8 to 12 can make their own movies using ReadyAnimator and iStopMotion at this free workshop at Myrtle Grove Library. Attendance is free but space is strictly limited, so please register on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org. Scooter Hayes at 910-798-633 or shayes@nhcgov.com. NHC Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 S. College Rd.
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Watercolor and Colored Pencils, Shells and Sea Creature: Project will teach you great
creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. • Multimedia Nature Print, Wed., 10am-noon and 2-4pm: Learn great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. • Paper Quilt Collage, 10am-noon and 2-4pm: This project will teach you great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. • Oil Pastel/Colored Pencil Designs, Sat., 10am-noon: This project will teach you great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. Sign up and see $20 for one/ $75 for all projects. Materials supplied. loislight@bellsouth. net or call 910 547-8115. Sun Room Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure WINE AND WATERCOLOR
Led by Nick Mijak. Every Tues. evening starting at 7:30 class is led by local watercolor artist Nick Mijak, we always enjoy a nice glass of wine while we learn some fundamental techniques of the mysterious medium of watercolor. The idea is to take the fear out of watercolor and learn the fun. All materials provided, and each participant gets a completed painting they are proud of by the end of the evening. Come join the fun, at Bar Local! Bar Local, Bellas: 19 Market St.
KIDS COOKING CLASSES
The Seasoned Gourmet is inviting kids 12 years old and older to embark on a culinary world tour! On this trip you will enjoy handson experience cooking in the African, Italian, Mexican and French traditions with our instructor, Sherry Storms. Each class will focus on a different county from which you will learn geographical and cultural facts; as well as,
recipes native to these areas. All you have to pack for this trip is an apron! All classes are 6-8pm; 12 years and older. 5500 Market Street Suite 110. BOOK MAKING FOR TEENS
Teens ages 12 and older will use recycled library materials to construct personalized side-bound books at this workshop. Participation is free and all tools and materials will be provided, but space is strictly limited. Reg, opens a month before the workshop on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org. 910-7986303 or email Shannon Vaughn at svaughn@ nhcgov.com. NHC Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 South College Rd.
BOOK NOOK
Hands-on computer workshop at Northeast Library is for avid readers! Librarian Carla Sarratt will walk you through a variety of online tools for the reading community. At this training session you’ll learn tricks and tips for discovering reading and readalike suggestions using the Library’s own online catalog and website, NoveList, and Goodreads. You’ll also explore self-published books by Indie authors on Biblioboard! Seats limited and prereg. rqd. for free. www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6371. Carla Sarratt, 910-798-6371; csarratt@nhcgov. com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.
HALYBURTON PARK FITNESS CLASSES
Yoga classes every Wed., 9am, through Dec. 28 and at 6:30pm, through Dec. 28. Cost is $52.50. (No class on Nov. 23 and Dec. 21.) • Zumba classes held every Wed., 5:30pm, through Dec. 28 (no classes Dec. 21) and every Thurs., 9am, through Dec. 29 (no classes
Dec. 22). Cost is $30. • Senior Fit Camp held every Thurs., 10am, through Dec. 29 (no classes Dec. 22). Cost is $45. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St. BACKLIT YOGA
Expo216 and Pineapple Studios have partnered together to bring a blacklight yoga experience to the Theater Room at Expo 216. An hour long yoga class, with ocean meditation, will be held on Sat. at 11am with Rebekah Boatwright. Donations for class are greatly appreciated! Expo 216, 216 N. Front St.
CHRISTIAN MYSTICISM SEMINAR
Opportunity to experience more of what we have been talking about in a 10-week seminar/discussion on Christian Mysticism. Local author, John Evans will use the draft copy of his new book, Discovery Prayer, Experiencing God as Jesus Did, to present more effective prayer/meditation methods. Teaching and discussion will be flavored with poetry by the author and other mystics such as Saint Theresa of Avila and Meister Eckhart. The intent is to equip those who attend to make a fresh and more effective approach to intimacy with God. Pomegranate Bookstore, 4118 Parke Ave., Saturday mornings, at 10am. Meeting 1/7, 14, 21. RSVP to insightbuilders@gmail.com. Each meeting is self-sufficient and useful.
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Cape Fear Fencing Association 8 week beginning fencing class for homeschool students starts Jan 4, 1pm, in the basement of the Tileston gym. Class will meet for approximately 1 hour on Wednesdays. All fencing
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equipment provided, students should wear loose fitting clothing and sneakers. Appropriate for ages 8 - 18. Cost $40 plus a $10 membership to USA Fencing good until July 31. • Afterscholl classes start the week of Jan.9, 3:30pm in the basement of the Tileston gym. Class will meet for an hour. Students should attend twice per week, once Monday/Tuesday and once Wed.Thurs. 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, 2017. • Jan. 10, 6:30pm: 6-week beginning fencing class in the basement of the Tileston gym. Class will meet for approximately 1 hour on Tues/Thurs. 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, 2017. Taught by Internationally accredited instructor. 5th and Ann sts. NEW YEAR MEDITATION
Join us in welcoming the 2017 with this beautiful meditation filled with hope, personal empowerment and wisdom for the coming year. Let’s begin the New Year with no fear, looking forward to the new, while cherishing old memories. Donation: pay what you can. HARMONY: A Wellness Center & Yoga, 3504 N. Kerr Ave.
4 SEASONS OF THE SOUTHERN GARDEN
No yard? No problem, you can still enjoy gardening! Master Gardener Dawn Betts discusses how to plant, water and fertilize plants in “Krazy Containers” of every size and sort. The program is free and no registration is needed. Uupcoming sessions of “The Four Seasons of the Southern Garden” Master Gardener Jon Wooten offers helpful tips for gardeners new to coastal North Carolina on April 22, and returns with a presentation on native plants on July 15. Northeast Library is offering “The Four Seasons of the Southern Garden” series in cooperation with the NCSU Extension Service and the New Hanover County Arboretum. All these organizations offer an abundance of free information and resources for gardeners. http://arboretum.nhcgov.com. 910-798-6360 for the Arboretum/Extension Service or jpinson@nhcgov.com.
SOUND ADVENTURES
Jan. 11, 4pm: Kids age 4 to 7 are invited to exercise their bodies and their imaginations at this 45-minute creative play session with Mr. Scooter at Myrtle Grove Library. Sound
Adventures is free but space is limited, so $54 or more, however college students are please register on the calendar at www.nhcliwelcomed without charge. Please contact brary.org. Scooter Hayes at 910-798-6393 or Glenn Tetterton, ltettert@yahoo.com. shayes@nhcgov.com. WWI IN WILMINGTON REIKI SHARE Jan. 16, 7:30pm: Jan Davidson of the Cape Jan. 16, 6:30pm: Give yourself the gift of enerFear Museum will talk about WWI in Wilminggy balancing and deep relaxation. Please join ton as well as how it has been memorialized us on this evening for our monthly Reiki Share. in our area. We will be doing a WWI exhibit in Drop in any time between 6:30 and 8:30 pm the Spring of 2017 and this will be our kickand receive relaxing Reiki energy from the off. Federal Point History Center, 1121 N. Lake owners, Sami and Agnes, and Reiki Master Park Blvd. Teacher students of HARMONY: A Wellness Center & Yoga, 3504 N. Kerr Ave. All are welcome! Donation: pay what you can
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Come out to Cape Fear Games on Sunday evenings to catch them all by learning to play the Pokemon Trading Card game, battle and trade in the video games, or enjoy the store’s Pokemon Go Pokestop. All ages are welcome to our family friendly environment. www.facebook.com/groups/CFGPokemon. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D
Arrive by bike to receive the bicycle discount everyday. We do have a bike rack just outside the door and two more on the block. The group will read a selection that includes, fiction, biography, history, and memoir. Open to all levels of bicycle interest and ability. Meetings are FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC last Thursday of the month at 6pm. Nov—Bike Format of Magic: The Gathering tournaments, Snob: Systematically and Mercilessly Realignheld on Friday nights in gaming stores and ing the World of Cycling by BikeSnobNYC. associations all across the world. They are Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St. designed to be a beginner-friendly introducBEGIN THE CONVERSATION CLINICS tion to organized play. Standard format. $6 fee Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host free Bepaid towards prize support for event. Prizes gin the Conversation clinics from 10-11 a.m. are a pack per win and also if you complete all the third Fri. of ea. mo., Phillips LifeCare & 4 rounds. Event begins at 7pm, reg. begins at Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. Free 6pm. Arrive early for event reg. Free play, $6 to adults, 18 and older, will provide attendentry fee first FNM Free. Cape Fear Games, ees information and resources to think about 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D. and plan for future healthcare decisions. At- BIRTH CIRCLE tendees will receive specific strategies for Every 3rd Saturday come for our Birth Circle, initiating conversations that can significantly something always different every month. reduce family stress and improve quality of Check out our website for more details of what care. Advance directives supplied so healthwe have in store this month & exact time of care instructions can be legally documenteach event! www.thebumpandbeyond.com. ed. Jason Clamme: 910-796-7943/jason. The Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave. clamme@lcfh.org. JEWISH HISTORY LECTURE SERIES
Jan. 12, 7pm: Tevye’s Daughters: Decisions Jews Faced at the Beginning of the Twentieth Century. This three part series of talks and discussion focuses on spiritual choices, the passion for social justice, and forging an identity. Dr. Carole Fink and Mr. Glenn Tetterton will lead this series on issues faced by Jews more than a century ago, many of which are still relevant today. It is opened to the public, but we would request you register at the Reibman Center, 922 Market Street, Tuesday through Friday. We would like a donation of
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Sat, noon: Come chat with other pregnant mamas who are going through the same thing as you! Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Breastfeeding USA counselor, and Postpartum Doula, Jess Zeffiro will moderate a free Pregnancy Meetup Group. Expectant mothers are invited to pop into the group at any time to share their stories, ask questions, and connect with great area resources. Share your stories with each other and have any pregnancy and birth related questions answered in a supportive and caring environment. Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.
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Sat., 10am, meetings are informal and are open to pregnant women, mothers, babies and children. If you have questions about breastfeeding or just would like to meet other breastfeeding mothers, this is the meeting for you. La Leche League Leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own babies and who have been trained and accredited by La Leche League International to help mothers and mothers-to-be with all aspects of breastfeeding. Available by phone for breastfeeding questions or concerns. The Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.
ST. PAUL’S
Midweek Holy Eucharist: Every Wed. at 12:10 p.m. for Holy Eucharist followed by community lunch (suggested donation, $5). • Choral Evenson every second Wednesday,
followed by supper and Christian Formation discussion. Evensong is a sung service of evening prayer, psalms, canticles, and scripture readings. Ancient part of the Anglican tradition, ever renewing the soul. Sung by the Choir of St. Paul’s. www.spechurch.com. 910-762-4578. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St. OPEN ENROLLMENT: CHARTER SCHOOL
Enroll for 2017-2018 at one of the area’s four classical public charter schools! Our family of schools is tuition-free and welcomes ALL students at locations in Wilmington, Leland, Southport, and Whiteville. Our schools are frequently their county’s highest-scoring on End-of-Grade tests and provide a classical curriculum including Latin, Grammar, and Cursive. Our middle schools offer various athletic and extracurricular programs. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. January 1-31, 2017—enroll K-8 students at www.rogerbacon.net/enroll.
COASTAL CLEANUP KICKOFF
Join the North Carolina Coastal Federation, the North Carolina Coastal Reserve and Keep Onslow Beautiful on Saturday, Jan. 14, 9am1pm, at Morris Landing Clean Water Preserve for a shoreline clean up to kick off the federation’s 2017 marine debris removal efforts. Volunteers with kayaks and paddleboards are also welcome to launch from Morris Landing and paddle to the Permuda Island Reserve, located across the Intracoastal Waterway from the Morris Landing site, to remove debris. Register today: www.nccoast.org/crabpotproject. Event will take place outdoors, so dress accordingly. Sturdy shoes for walking in wet areas are also recommended especially boots and/or waders. We will have some available for use. Trash bags, gloves and other clean up
materials will be provided. This event may not be ideal for young children. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Refreshments will also be provided for all volunteers. Morris Landing Clean Water Preserve, 898 Morris Landing Rd. CAPE FEAR SIERRA CLUB MONTHLY MEETING
Jan. 16: Karen Edgar, Certified Journeyman Beekeeper, will present a lecture and demonstration on “It Is the Small Things, The Disappearance of the Honeybee.” Bee parasites, pesticides, and food sources will be discussed. Free pizza is served at 6pm, program begins at 6:30pm. Priss Endo, pauline.endo@ gmail.com
ST. PAUL’S TAIZÉ SERVICE
Fourth Wed. of every month at 5:30 p.m. for Taizé, an ecumenical sung and silent participatory prayer service designed to achieve a contemplative state through music, song, and silence. spechurch.com. 910-762-4578
FRIENDS SCHOOL OF ILM
Friends School of Wilmington invites you to an Open House at our Pine Grove campus (18 mo.-2nd grade). Tour the campus, observe classes in session, and meet dedicated faculty, administrators and parents of current students. David Hoolahan: davidh@fsow.org or 910-791-8221, ext 100. 207 Pine Grove Dr.
culinary FERMENTAL
Free tasting ever Friday, 6pm. • Third Wednesday of each month feat. musical and brewing talents alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share, sample, and trade their creations: an evening
of beer and an open stage. PA and equipment provided. Share cups available. All genres. All beer styles 910-821-0362 for details. Fermental, 7250 Market St. RIVER BLUFFS FARMER’S MARKET
Every Sat., 10am-3pm: Farmer Bill is up early most mornings, tending to the crops at The River Bluffs Organic Farm. Situated on 10 acres of land, The Farm utilizes sustainable growing methods so that all yielded produce can be tagged “certified organic.” Located just down the road from the entrance of River Bluffs, The Farm helps to fill the amazing menu at the neighborhood restaurant—Porches Cafe. River Bluffs, 3571 Hansa Dr. http://riverbluffsliving.com/saturday-farm-market.
MAKE FRENCH MACARONS
Cook with us at CFCC’s Culinary Academy and Chef Gwen Gulliksen! Your cookies will be the talk of the neighborhood this year! Impress friends and family with these classic almond cookies featuring a mouthwatering chocolate truffle filling. Course is December 10th, 10am-noon Pre-registration is required. For more info or to register, visit: www.cfcc.edu/enrich or call 910-362-7572. 411 N. Front St.
FREE BREWERY TOURS AND TASTINGS
3pm, 3:45pm, 4:30pm everyday at Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St. Learn how we brew our beer, meet our brewers and get two free samples.
BEER BINGO
Every Thursday night for beer bingo. No charge for cards. Great prizes. Food and drink specials. Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St.
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Every Friday for All You Can Eat oysters, shell on shrimp, fried shrimp, hushpuppies and slaw. Only $34.95. Local oysters. Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St. GIADA DE LAURENTIIS
Jan 27: Food Network star (and granddaughter to Wilmington’s Screen Gems Studio founder Dino De Laurentiis), Giada De Laurentiis will host a breakfast and lunch at Landfall Country Club. All ticket sales benefit the Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington (GLOW). Breakfast: 7:30-9:30 a.m., $125; Lunch: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., $250. Event will sell out! http://glowacademy.net.
support groups CHADD
Wilmington Area CHADD meets on the 2nd Monday of every month from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B. This free support group is open to a growing group of parents, grandparents and individuals affected by AD/HD who understand what it takes to face its daily challenges. Free. Pine Valley United Methodist Church 3788 Shipyard Blvd., bldg B. WilmingtonCHADD.org
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Life Community Church, located inside Independence Mall, will have a Celebrate Recovery meeting every Monday evening at 6:30 pm starting with fellowship followed by a large group meeting at 7pm. Support groups for men and women follow at 8 pm. The meeting is in the Extension located across from Branches bookstore and the church auditorium. For more information. contact Jodie at 910-547-8973, 791-3859 or Lifecc.com. Life
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Thurs., 6pm: Meets in Classroom C, Ground Floor. Men and spouses welcome from the entire Cape Fear area. Discussion/programs. www.wilmingtonprostatecancersupportgroup.com. 910-792-9953.
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Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a no cost grief group for those coping with the loss of a child. The group will meet from 10 am-noon Wed., Dec. 28, Jan. 11; Jan. 18; and Feb. 1; at Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, Conference Room, 1406 Physicians Dr. (910) 796-7991. Grief groups provide comfort, care, support and the tools needed to help families get through this difficult time. 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 journey.
WILMINGTON PRIDE YOUTH GROUP
Middle school and high-school students: Wilmington Pride and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation have joined together to create and facilitate a youth group for children/ youth (middle school and high school) who are LGBTQIA, plus straight allies. This will be a safe space for kids to talk about orientation, gender, racial equality, political consequences, religion, self harm and self-care. We are looking for youth facilitators - especially those who are trained to work with kids. We are also looking for speakers to come in occasionally to talk about important topics. Meet every Thurs. at 7:30 pm at UU Congregation of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave, (across from Roland Grise Middle School). Sue Graffius: dre@uufwilmington.org).
tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR
Explore the rich culture of our talented Southern town with a 90 minute walking tour of the literary history of downtown Wilmington, NC. Visit “The Two Libraries.” Walk the streets of your favorite novels, and stand where Oscar Wilde did when he lectured here. Saturdays, 1:30pm, Old Books on Front St. 249
N. Front St. www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/1282390 CONFEDERATE WALKING TOURS
Experience Wilmington’s people, history and architecture in the late antebellum period and during the conflict, conducted by noted Wilmington historian Bernhard Thuersam Walk in the footsteps of George Washington, James Monroe, Daniel Webster, Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis and more. In-depth 90-minute tours are by appt, Sunday through Saturday, 910-619-4619 or bernhard1848@gmail.com. Personalized tours downtown and local forts available. Foot of Market St. www.cfhi.net.
GHOST WALK
6:30 & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Admission charge. Water & Market sts. RSVP rqd: 910-794-1866; hauntedwilmington.com
HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS
Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions. Market and Water sts. $12/adult, $5/child. (910) 251-8889. www.horsedrawntours.com
INSIDER’S TOUR
Curious about the Cape Fear? Explore the history of your community at Cape Fear Museum. Take the Insider’s Tour offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am. Tours are free with admission and include a “behind the scenes” sneak peek. Pre-registration is required: 910-798-4362 or cfmprograms@ nhcgov.com. Free w/general admission or membership. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.
SUNSET TOUR
Nightly, 6:30pm Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours offers several versions of its famed Sunset Cruise. All depart the Blockade Runner Dock at 6:30 pm and return at 8:00 pm. Tours depart earlier in the Spring and Fall. Routes vary with season, weather, and whim on the Basic Sunset Cruise but may include Masonboro Island, Figure Eight Island, Bradley Creek, Money Island or some other combination. Water, marsh, Shamrock, sunset – it’s a simple combination but very satisfying. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd. www.wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com
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LATIMER HOUSE TOURS
Dec. 31, 11am: The Latimer House, built in 1852 by Zebulon Latimer, has housed the Lower Cape Fear Historic Society since 1963. This historic home is exemplary of upper class life in Wilmington during the Victorian Period. With 14 rooms containing over 600 Historic objects (including furniture, jewelry, ephemera, tableware, tools and more) the Latimer House evokes memories of a highly elegant era. Tours begin at 11am and 1pm and do not require reservations. On Sat. the tours are on the hour from 10am to 2pm. Cost is $12 plus tax for adults, $10 for AAA/Military, and $6 for Students and Children over 5. Children under 5 are free. The Latimer House is not handicap assessable. Lower Cape Fear Historical Society: www.LCFHS.org. Latimer House, 126 S. 3rd St.
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DUCAT (26 Across) as a slang
ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)
Donatello was a renowned Italian sculptor. His favorite piece was “Lo Zuccone,” a marble statue of the Biblical prophet Habakkuk. As Donatello carved his work-in-progress, he addressed it. “Speak, damn you! Talk to me,” he was heard to say on more than a few occasions. Did the stone respond? Judging from the beauty of the final product, I’d have to say yes. One art critic testified “Lo Zuccone” is a “sublimely harrowing” tour de force, a triumph of “forceful expression,” and “one of the most important marble sculptures of the 15th century.” I suspect you will have Donatello-like powers of conversation in 2017, Aries. If anyone can communicate creatively with stones—and rivers, trees, animals, spirits, and complicated humans, for that matter—it’ll be you.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
According to Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami, “A certain type of perfection can only be realized through a limitless accumulation of the imperfect.” Let’s amend that thought so it’s exactly suitable for your use in 2017. Here’s the new, Taurus-specific version: “A messy, practical, beautiful type of perfection can be realized through a patient, faithful, dogged accumulation of the imperfect.” To live up to the promise of this motto, make damn good use of every partial success.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
Gemini gymnast Marisa Dick created a signature move that has never been used by any other gymnast. To start her routine, she leaps off a springboard and lands on the balance beam and does a full split. The technical term for this bold maneuver is “a change-leg leap to free-cross split sit”; although, its informal name is “The Dick Move.” The International Federation of Gymnastics has certified it in its Code of Points, so it’s official. During the coming months, I expect you will also produce one-of-a-kind innovations in your own sphere.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
I hope you will be as well-grounded in 2017 as you have ever been—maybe even since your past life as a farmer. I trust you will go a long way toward mastering the arts of being earthy, practical and stable. To do this right, however, you should also work on a seemingly paradoxical task: cultivating a vigorous and daring imagination—as perhaps you did in one of your other past lives as an artist. In other words, your ability to succeed in the material world will thrive as you nurture your relationship with fantasy realms—and vice versa. If you want to be the boss of reality, dream big and wild—and vice versa.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
Even if you don’t think of yourself as an artist, you are always working on a major art project: yourself. You may underestimate the creativity you call on as you shape the raw material of your experience into an epic story. Luckily, I’m here to impress upon you the power and the glory of this heroic effort. Is there anything more important? Not for you Leos. And I trust that in 2017 you will take your craftsmanship to the highest level ever. Keep this advice from author Nathan W. Morris in mind: “Edit your life frequently and ruthlessly. It’s your masterpiece, after all.”
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
French painter Henri Matisse (1869-1954) turned out to be one of the supremely influential artists of the 20th century. But he was struggling still to make a living well into his thirties. The public’s apathy toward his work demoralized him. At one point he visited his dealer to reclaim one of his unsold paintings. It was time to give up on it, he felt, to take it off the market. When he arrived at the gallery, his dealer informed him it had been bought finally— and not by just any art collector. Its new owner was Pablo Picasso, an artist whom Matisse revered. I think it’s quite possible you will have comparable experiences in 2017, Virgo. Therefore: Don’t give up on yourself!
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
“The self in exile remains the self, as a bell unstruck for years is still a bell,” poet Jane Hirshfield writes. I suspect these words are important for you to hear as you prepare for 2017. My sense is, in the past few months, your true self has been making its way back to the heart of life after a time of wandering on the outskirts. Any day now, a long silent bell will start ringing to herald your full return. Welcome home!
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
In accordance with your astrological omens for 2017, I’ve taken a poem that Shel Silverstein wrote for kids and made it into your horoscope. It’ll serve as a light-hearted emblem of a challenging but fun task you should attend to in the coming months. Here it is: “I’ve never washed my shadow out in all the time I’ve had it. It was absolutely filthy I supposed, so I peeled it off the wall where it was leaning and stuck it in the washtub with the clothes. I put in soap and bleach and stuff. I let it soak for hours. I wrung it out and hung it out to dry. And whoever would have thunk that it would have gone and shrunk, for now it’s so much littler than I.”
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Walk your wisdom walk in 2017, Sagittarius. Excite us with your wisdom songs, and gaze out at our broken reality with your wisdom eyes. Play your wisdom tricks and crack your wisdom jokes and erupt with your wisdom cures. The world needs you to be a radiant swarm of lovable, unpredictable wisdom! Your future needs you to conjure up a steady stream of wisdom dreams and wisdom exploits! Please, note: You don’t have to wait until the wisdom is perfect. You shouldn’t worry about whether it’s supremely practical. Your job is to trust your wisdom gut, to unleash your wisdom cry, to revel in your wisdom magic.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
As I was ruminating on your astrological omens for 2017, I came across a wildly relevant passage written by Rabbi Tzvi Freeman. It conveys a message I encourage you to memorize and repeat at least once a day for the next 365 days. Here it is: “Nothing can hold you back—not your childhood, not the history of a lifetime, not even the very last moment before now. In a moment you can abandon your past. Once abandoned, you can redefine it. If the past was a ring of futility, let it become a wheel of yearning that drives you forward. If the past was a brick wall, let it become a dam to unleash your power.”
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Naturalist John Muir regarded nature as his church. For weeks at a time he lived outdoors, communing with the wilderness. Of course he noticed not many others shared his passion. “Most people are on the world, not in it,” he wrote, “having no conscious sympathy or relationship to anything about them—undiffused, separate, and rigidly alone like marbles of polished stone, touching but separate.” Is there anything about you that even partially fits that description, Aquarius? If so, I’m pleased to inform you 2017 will be an excellent year to address the problem. You will have immense potential to become more intimate and tender with all of the component parts of the great mystery. What’s the opposite of loneliness?
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
Seven Chilean poets were frustrated by their fellow citizens’ apathy toward the art of poetry. They sarcastically dramatized their chagrin by doing a performance for baboons. Authorities at the Santiago Zoo arranged for the poets’ safety, enclosing them in a protective cage within the baboons’ habitat. The audience seemed to be entertained, at times listening in rapt silence and at other times shrieking raucously. I’m sure you can empathize with the poets’ drastic action, Pisces. How many times have you felt you don’t get the appreciation you deserve? I bet that will change in 2017. You won’t have to resort to performing for baboons.
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