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A Musical Marathon Local theatre couple take on ‘The Last Five Years’ to celebrate their five year anniversary

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A MUSICAL MARATHON, PG. 20 Real-life couple Jason Aycock and Heather Setzler (above) will portray a romance from its beginning to its end in “The Last Five Years.” The story moves forward from beginning from Cathy’s perspective and backward from the end from Jamie’s perspective, and they meet in the middle on their wedding day. Courtesy photos

MUSIC>> Nathaniel Rateliff is feeling energized now more than ever with the Night Sweats as they prepare to return to the Port City with a soldout concert at GLA. Rateliff talks new music and more with encore’s Shannon Rae Gentry. Photo by Tom Dorgan.

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LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL:

Gwenyfar travels up to Sneads Ferry for community theatre in its purest form BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

vertised booth rental for consignors, but the entrepreneur’s calculator that runs constantly in my brain wasn’t adding up to enough income to survive. I can’t help the constant low-level hum I hear whenever I walk into a business. I calculate overhead and investment against likely return on investment. But I put together a stack of books to purchase, mostly lured in by the illustrated James Herriot (to read aloud with the dogs and Jock) and asked for a dinner recommendation. “Madison’s” was the unequivocal answer. Buried in the directions was a strong endorsement for fried chicken. I wished her well with the Marines and headed out in search of a memorable repast. Madison’s is apparently the Casey’s Buffet of Sneads Ferry—just without Larry Casey’s bonhomie and his Southern wife Gina’s attention to detail. I had two hours until the show started, so I settled in for a long dinner with three tables of law-enforcement officers who were deeply concerned about the weather prediction for the next few days. The waitress asked me several times if I was OK. I was crying almost uncontrollably into a plate of hushpuppies.

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here is a box of books, a statue of a little boy reading a book and a concrete bench in your truck. Just FYI for when you get up tomorrow AM,” I warned Jock. “I thought it would be easier to drop the bench off at the Market Street house, but not at 11:45 at night.” Jock gave me a quizzical look, took a sip of beer and agreed that almost midnight was no time to try to unload a concrete bench. What can I say? He’s very supportive of my decision-making process. “So you went to Sneads Ferry to see a play and bought books?” he asked, looking meaningfully at the books that have overtaken the house. OK—he’s mostly supportive of my deci-

“Yes, it’s just...“ I indicated the book I was reading. “Kenneth Branagh just writes so beautifully about seeing Deek Jacobi play ‘Hamlet’ for the first time and meeting Olivier. I’m sorry I’m just a bit overwhelmed.” sion-making process. “I’m not sure you understand the meaning of ‘night off,’” Jock added.

The first visit I remember to Sneads Ferry was to do a story on the Shrimp Festival for the StarNews in the early 2000s. Outside of a visit to a boatyard with my friend John, and a bizarre but lovely evening retrieving a desk with Anthony, I haven’t been back. In the meantime, the lovely sun-dappled roads have burst forth with apartments, condominiums and housing developments.

I began to recount my adventures for him in Sneads Ferry. It began a few weeks ago with an invitation to drop by the Sneads Ferry Community Theatre for an evening of entertainment. “Radio Suspense Theatre” was on the bill—a show about producing a live radio drama in the 1940s. Now, most “I suppose this is for housing related to weekend evenings I am reviewing a show in Wilmington, so getting a night off to drive Camp Lejeune?” I asked the woman at a thrift store I stopped in on my drive. up to Sneads Ferry takes some finagling. She confirmed my hypothesis and Oh, and I needed to borrow a vehicle. rattled on about Marines as a customer The stars aligned Azalea Festival week- base. Looking around the bare building (I end. So while the rest of Wilmington was have been to yard sales with more invenenjoying Duran Duran, I wound my way up tory), I couldn’t imagine there was much Highway 17 and back in time. customer base. The sign outside had ad-

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“It’s OK, honey,” she reassured me. I debated explaining that Branagh directed “Thor” with Tom Hiddleston, and that Olivier was married to Vivien Leigh who played Scarlett O’Hara in “Gone with the Wind.” But this nice lady was at work, and if we started talking about movies, it might go on for hours—and I didn’t want to get her in trouble. Instead, she patted my arm, I thanked her, and she headed off to check on the table of deputies. I wiped my tears and pressed forward with the memoir. Branagh is pretentious, yes. But the body of work supports it—and, frankly, he is a beautiful writer who has met and worked with some of the greatest performance artists of our time. Eventually it was obvious I had to leave or face the possibility of eating an

The billboard at the turnoff advertised the play for the evening and regular bingo nights. Someone hastily had slapped a “No Bingo Tonight” sticker over the part about bingo. Well, I thought. It is sort of nice to see the arts trump bingo. But I am biased.

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Sneads Ferry has one truly important and earth-shaking event each year: The Shrimp Festival. The grounds around the community center have been transformed into a permanent site for the event, with a bandstand, creosoted electrical poles in the ground with electrical meters for the cooking stations, and a permanent picnic shelter with tables overlooks the whole tableau. The community center is a one-story, khaki-colored, metal building surrounded by really lovely landscaping. You know the feeling when someone really loves a place and takes great pride in it’s appearance? That’s the feeling at The Shrimp Festival grounds and community center. But it isn’t just pride of place; it is more and it happens inside. In the lobby easels were set up with pictures and programs from previous pro-

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a crowd pleaser, I thought. It certainly fills the coffers for Big Dawg; I hope it does for Sneads Ferry Community Theatre. It is a rare weekend I am not in a theatre seat. We have so much happening in Wilmington, it is not unusual to have two or even three shows to review before Monday morning at 8 a.m. But this was different. No annual theatre awards at Thailan Hall. No one juggling rehearsal and performance schedules with film work. No other shows to compete with for box-office dollars. This was community theatre in its purest form: a group of people who get together to put on show—like Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney. They are there

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community. In front of me, a tiny lady with a cane was helped to her seat by her beautiful high school-aged granddaughter. They moved at a glacial pace, but when the show started and actresses began singing hits from the ‘40s the lady started snapping her fingers, bobbing up and down in her seat, and singing along with the performers. Watching her I knew beyond a shadow of a doubt this moment was what live theatre could really do: transport people together, across space and time. It is magic that is hard to explain, but it is there, and there is nothing else quite like it. That is a gift community theatre gives their neighbors each weekend across the country.

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Toronto, Ontario, Superior Court Justice Alex Pazaratz finally ridded his docket of the maddening, freeloading couple that had quibbled incessantly about each other’s “harassments.” Neither Noora Abdulaali, 32, nor her nowex-husband, Kadhim Salih, 43, had worked a day in the five years since they immigrated from Iraq, having almost immediately gone on disability benefits and begun exploiting Legal Aid Toronto in their many attempts to one-up each other with restraining orders. Approving the couple’s settlement in March, Judge Pazaratz added, “The next time anyone at Legal Aid Ontario tells you they’re short of money, don’t believe it. ... Not if they’re funding cases like this.” In May, a new restaurant-disclosure regulation mandated by the Affordable Care Act is scheduled to kick in, requiring eateries (except small chains and independents) to post calorie counts for all menu items including “variations” -which a Domino’s Pizza executive said meant, for his company, “34 million” calorie listings. The executive called the regulation, for the pizza industry, “a 20th-century approach to a 21st-century question,” since for many establishments, orders increasingly arrive online or by phone.

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(1) Dennis Smith, 65, was arrested in Senoia, Georgia, and charged with

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In March, Harvard Medical School technicians announced a smartphone app to give fertility-conscious men an accurate semen analysis, including sperm concentration, motility and total count -costing probably less than $10. Included is a magnification attachment and a “microfluidic” chip. The insertable app magnifies and photographs the “loaded” chip, instantly reporting the results. (To answer the most frequent question: No, semen never touches your phone. The device still needs Food and Drug Administration approval.)

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Hipsters on the Rise: (1) The Columbia Room bar in Washington, D.C., recently introduced the “In Search of Time Past” cocktail -- splashed with a tincture of old, musty books. Management vacuumsealed pages with grapeseed oil, then “fat-washed” them with a “neutral highproof” spirit, and added a vintage sherry, mushroom cordial and eucalyptus. (2) The California reggae rock band Slightly Stoopid recently produced a vinyl record that was “smokable,” according to Billboard magazine -- using a “super resinous variety of hashish” mastered at the Los Angeles studio Capsule Labs. The first two versions’ sound quality disappointed and were apparently quickly smoked, but a third is in production. The telephone “area” code in the tony English city of Bath (01225) is different than that of adjacent Radstock (01761) and probably better explained by landline telephone infrastructure than a legal boundary. However, a Bath councilwoman said in April that she is dealing with complaints by 10 new residents who paid high-end prices for their homes only to find that they came with the 01761 code. Admitted one Bath resident, “I do consider my phone number to be part of my identity.”

NEWS>>FEATURE

TO BREAK SOCIAL CONTRACTS: A taxing question on ‘The Comedy of Errors’ BY: MARK BASQUILL

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ou’re scared, Pops. Admit it,” taunted my 20-something son as we sipped a Full Belly Toasted Pecan Brown Ale at Flytrap Brewing downtown. We were heading off to enjoy “The Comedy of Errors” (see review page 19), one of Wilmington’s many outstanding local theater productions and an apt description of the present administration. “Nope,” I said. “Then why pay taxes?” he said. “Aren’t you as ‘smart’ as our president?” “Clever bullies are neither ‘smart’ nor morally grounded,” I countered. “I believe in some sort of social contract.” My 20-something shook his head with disappointment. “I thought you really admired Thoreau. Apparently, you and your entire generation are all talk. You angry, old white guys elected a president that brags about not paying taxes, and you’re scared of going to jail for actually engaging in civil disobedience.” “Who raised you?” I smiled. “Mom.” He laughed. “That explains a lot,” I said. We raised a glass to Mom, Henry, civil and uncivil disobedience, resistance to all forms of abused authority, Shakespeare, and all enemies to the Constitution—foreign and domestic alike. I explained how the year was a hard one for this “tax-and-spend-liberal” to decide to pay federal income taxes. November’s election of Macbeth MacTrump seems to have shredded whatever was left of a lot of social contracts. Most proposed cuts to the federal budget are transparent ideological warfare. As many others have observed—including encore’s Gwenyfar Rohler a few weeks ago—our military budget is already obscene and growing toward truly pornographic proportions. My son countered, “Principled opposition to US invasion of Mexico was all Thoreau needed to not pay his taxes and endure getting thrown in jail.” “OK, you’re right.” I smiled. “I’m a little afraid of jail. But if my freedom is taken away, I want to make sure it’s for standing up like Thoreau, or crossing Pettus Bridge with Dr. King, or refusing to be

drafted and sent to war like Muhammad Ali. I also want to make sure there are no better options. Jail aside, I’m paying this year because I want to set a good example.” “For me?” “I’ve got bigger fish to fry.” I sipped my ale.

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“Who then?” “Macbeth MacTrump,” I said. “It’s important to set a good example of the responsibilities of citizenship for him. Sure, it’s a stretch that a 70-year-old that’s spent his entire life seeking power, evading the draft and government regulations, exploiting tax laws and fellow citizens would suddenly embrace the social contract—but who thought he’d get elected in the first place? I’m sure he can learn.” “You shouldn’t even have one beer, Pops. You get even more annoyingly optimistic,” he said. “At least for this year.” We headed to the show. As we walked, I had second thoughts. I thought about the missile strikes in Syria, the sabre-rattling against Russia, sending USS Carl Vinson and an “armada” as a show of force to North Korea. Dropping the “mother of all bombs” in rural Afghanistan. Yep, we’re big boys, now. We have an armada and dropped the “mother of all bombs!” Maybe my son, my wife and Henry David Thoreau are right. Perhaps next year or next quarter, as the case may be, as Thoreau wrote in “Civil Disobedience”: “If a thousand men were not to pay their tax bills this year, that would not be a violent and bloody measure, as it would be to pay them, and enable the State to commit violence and shed innocent blood. This is, in fact, the definition of a peaceable revolution, if any such is possible.” Resistance, “if any such is possible,” may come to exactly that. If Macbeth MacTrump or my chickenhawk GOP friends expect the next war we start will be met with a grand rallying of a sort that happened in World War II or in the few years after September 11, they may be in for some civil shock and awe. Don’t know about you, but I’ll support unilaterally starting another war only, as the Bard says, “When fowls have no feathers, and fish have no fin.”

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PEACEFUL AND PERFECT:

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats return to play a sold-out show at GLA EP, “A Little Something More From,” features the same blues-rock infused tempos. Someone recently asked Rateliff what the secret to writing successful songs was, to which he says: “If I fuckin’ knew, I would have done it like 20 fuckin’ years ago,” he quips. “Fuck if I know.”

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efugees weren’t initially in my prep notes for the interview with singersongwriter Nathaniel Rateliff. Our phone call was just days after the horrific gas attack on Syrian citizens. It’s hard not to think about refugees from war-torn countries all over the world trying to flee for survival. In just weeks prior, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats played a benefit concert for Project Worthmore, a Colorado-based nonprofit focused on helping its local refugee population.

Last year during their Bonnaroo set, the band’s energy was palpable, the music on point, and Rateliff worked the crowd with his dynamic bandmates: Joseph Pope III (bass), Mark Shusterman (keyboard), Patrick Meese (drums), Luke Mossman (guitar), Wesley Watkins (trumpet), and Andy Wild (saxophone). Rateliff has made no secret of his friendship and love for the Night Sweats and those who surround the band. Before he met his current lineup, he was trying to get traction as a solo singer-songwriter and guitarist. He released two albums (“In Memory of Loss,” 2010 and “Falling Faster Than You Can Run,” 2013) and one EP (“Shroud,” 2011), which were more contemplative folk songs compared to today’s throwback sounds to ‘60s and ‘70s blues, rock and soul.

Of about $60,000 raised for Project Worthmore, $40,000 came from ticket sales and Night Sweats merch; the band donated its entirety. While Rateliff is close friends with Project Worthmore affiliates and appreciates what they are trying to do for other people, it’s an issue close to his heart because he is a child of immigrants. “My family came to the United States from Germany in 1922,” he tells. “When people talk about ‘what makes America great,’ it is that we all came from somewhere else. The culture we brought from different places shaped us and it made music. It created country music. It created rock ‘n’ roll. It created R&B. It created bluegrass. All of those things were sounds from somewhere else. It took people coming together from different countries.”

Rateliff also was one of four bands/ musicians featured in the 2014 documentary “Austin to Boston.” Alongside narrator Gill Landry (singer-songwriter, guitarist) of Old Crow Medicine Show, the film features Bear’s Den, The Staves trio and singer-songwriter Ben Howard. Almost unrecognizable, Rateliff is missing his prominent beard and seems melancholy throughout the film. It was around this time Rateliff was becoming disenchanted with his solo efforts. In fact, he told Aspen Public Radio back in 2015, it was one of the darkest parts of his life.

America’s tendency to support walls and refugee bans are baffling, but Rateliff’s resolve to be gentle, kind and understanding grows stronger in its midst. Onstage he encourages audiences to leave fear and ignorance at the door. “Because those things breed hate,” he affirms. “Love each other, and try to be more understanding of the people around you.”

“At that point, I had been working for about seven years as a singer-songwriter, sometimes solo, sometimes with a band when I could afford it,” he tells. “I felt like I was just treading water. And it wasn’t the songs’ fault. It just takes people time sometimes to get what you’re trying to talk about and connect.”

It almost seems unfair to tease Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats’ upcoming Greenfield Lake show to readers. The April 21 concert is sold out. Soon enough, as well, our time to see them at intimate venues like Greenfield will soon be a thing of the past. “I Need Never Get Old” and “S.O.B.” from their 2015 self-titled album are among favorites on The Penguin, who’s hosting the show. Their November 2016

IN GOOD COMPANY: Nathaniel Rateliff credits his band The Night Sweats for breathing new life into his music and performances. Their next in ILM at Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre is sold out. Photo by Brantley Gutierrez.

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When the Night Sweats finalized their lineup, everything clicked—not just within the band but within Rateliff. He was just making fun of himself with his debut album and having fun doing it. He was “giving up” in a sense; letting go of any expectations he’d often had in the past. “I was like ‘I’m gonna write these songs

because it feels good and nobody’s gonna give a shit about them,’” he explains. “I guess I was wrong about that.”

cited about in life right now: being curious about what’s going to happen in my life, in our life.”

Just about two years since releasing “Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats,” he is surprised folks keep coming back to sell out their shows. Feeling not only good about where he’s at professionally, Rateliff is growing personally. In fact the whole band is, as they discover more about themselves and their music.

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats plan on going back to work with producer Richard Swift at Stax Records this May. First, they’ll play one or two of those new tunes during their set at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater on Friday.

“I think sometimes people don’t understand you can write your own story; you don’t have to be attached to the past,” Rateliff remarks. “You can live your life with all that brokenness or continue to move forward with some grace and understanding.” Rateliff is particularly excited about what he and the Night Sweats have been working on as of late. Though, he was hoping to find creative refuge near an ocean, the band was holed up in a “crazy dirt-stack community” in Rodeo, New Mexico, to work on a demo for the next project.

BONNAROO 2016: Nathaniel Rateliff connects with crowds. Photo by Tom Dorgan

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“It was so peaceful and perfect,” he tells. “What was supposed to be demos ended up turning into 11 songs in a week’s worth of time. I’m excited to see where all of it goes, really. I’m curious about it—that’s the thing I’m really ex-

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A PREVIEW OF EVENTS ACROSS TOWN THIS WEEK

THE SOUNDBOARD Karaoke w/ DJ Paul (7pm; Free)

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

James Hodge (7pm, 9:30pm; $13; Comedy)

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

Trisha Brown Dance Company (7pm; $32)

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

Fortunate Youth and more (7pm; $15-$30; Reggae) —The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.; 910-762-2091

—St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St.; 910-762-4578

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats (Rock) (7:30pm; $27-$32) —Greenfield Lake, 1941 Amphitheater Dr.

Youth League, CHEW, Greaver, WAUL (9pm; $5) —Reggies 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St.;

Travis Shallow & Bob Russell Band (9pm; Free; Roots, Blues) —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess Street; 910-763-4133

Rob Ronner (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Divine Divas Benefit Concert (7:30pm; $30) —Hannah Block Center, 120 S. 2nd St.

Dirty White Rags (8pm; Free; Jazz, Rock) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Wham Bam Glitter Glam Show (9:30pm; $10; Eclectic Performance Art)

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

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19

Drive-By Truckers + Hiss Golden Messenger (5:30pm; $27-$35) —Greenfield Lake, 1941 Amphitheater Dr.

Port City Trivia with Dutch (6:28pm; Free) —Charlie Macgrooders, 117G Village Rd.;

THURSDAY, APRIL 20

Comedy Improv (7pm; $3)

Jarrett Raymond (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

Karaoke Night (9:30pm; Free)

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

—Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

Karaoke with DJ Mic (7pm; Free)

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

FRIDAY, APRIL 21

Wilmington Symphony Orchestra presents Season Finale (7pm; $25-$35)

Comedy Night (9pm; Free)

Piano Jazz with James Jarvis (7pm; Free)

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

—Kenan Auditorium (UNCW), 601 S. College Rd.; 910-962-3500

James Hodge (7pm, 9:30pm; $13; Comedy)

Sunset Cruise with Live Music (6:30pm; $27)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

—Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St; —Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 723 N. 4th St.

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

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.;

Steven Compton (6pm; Free; Acoustic Rock)

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UNCW High Seas Men’s A Capella Group Spring Concert (7pm; Free)

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

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

Dark Star Orchestra (6pm; $27.50-$32; Grateful Dead Tribute)

Trisha Brown Dance Company (7pm; $32) Trivia Night w/Party Gras Entertainment (9:30pm; Free)

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

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

After Dinner, Jazz Piano (6pm; Free)

—CFCC Humanities & Fine Arts, 701 N. 3rd St.

Thursday www.RuckerJohns.com $ 50 2 Red Stripe for Bottles daily specials, music and 2 Fat Tire Bottles $ 50 2 Fat Tire Bottles upcoming events $ 00 3 22oz. Goose Island IPA $ 95 FRIDAY 4 Irish Coffee 5564 Carolina $ 50 Cosmos $4, 007 Beach 3 1/2 off ALL Premium Road $ Red Wine Glasses Guinness Cans 3 $ 50

Acoustic Mix 7pm - 10pm

Sunset Cruise with Live Music (6:30pm; $27)

—Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St.

WEDNESDAY

sunday Wednesday Miller Light Pints $150$ Coronoa/ 5 All$2Flat 50 Breads 1/2 off Nachos Corona Lite Bottles $ 50 $4 Bloody$ Marys 1 Domestic Pints Margaritas/Peach Margaritas 4 Pints $ 50 $ 50 1 Domestic 2 Corona/Corona Lt. $ 5 White Russians $ 50 THURSDAY 4 Margaritas on the Rocks Visit our $website Appletinis $4, RJ’s Painkiller 5

Atlantic Chamber Ensemble (7:30pm; $15)

CHEW ON THIS: Savage-psych band Chew is heading to Reggie’s on April 21 before heading back to the studio to record a new EP later this year. Photo by Jamey McDaniel

www.RuckerJohns.com VISIT WWW.RUCKERJOHNS.COM FOR Friday Monday DAILY SPECIALS, MUSIC & EVENTS Select Appetizers halfMONDAY off $ 4 Cosmopolitan $ 2 Big Domestic Draft Beers $550 Caramel Apple Martini ALL DAY $ 95 22oz. Domestic Draft $ 4 RJ’s Coffee 3 Sam Adams and Blue $5 Pizzas Moon Seasonal Bottles Tuesday TUESDAY 1/2 off Select Bottles of Wine saTurday LIVE(sugar JAzz IN THE BAR $ 5 Absolut Dream rim) $ 6 All Southern Half Price Bottles of Wine Shiners $ 3 NC Brewed Bottles $ $ 50 3-22oz Blue$2Moon Draft • Pacifico Absolut Dream (Shotgun, Buckshot, High $ 550 2 Select Domestic Bottles Roller and Hoppyum)

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

—CFCC Humanities Center, 701 N. 3rd St.

Divine Divas a Benefit Concert & Silent Auction (7:30pm; $30) —Hannah Block Center, 120 S. 2nd St.

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2017 WATERFRONT MUSIC SERIES Sundays, 4-8PM

April 23rd The Painted Man April 30th Heart and Soul May 7th Machine Gun 4 Marina St, Wrightsville Beach 910.256.8500 | BluewaterDining.com

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8:30 P.M. • PRIZES! • $250 YUENGLING DRAFT $ 50 3 FIREBALL SHOTS

Jamestown Revival with Ghost of Paul Revere (6pm; $18-$35; Americana, Folk, Rock)

—Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave.

Hooten Hallers w/ Sunset Kings (8pm; $7; Rock) —Reggies 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St; 910-799-6465

This Isn’t Funny (8:30pm; $15-$20; Comedy) —Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess St.

SUNDAY, APRIL 23

Jasper Quartet (3:00 pm; $15-$35)

—UNCW Beckwith Recital Hall, 5270 Randall Dr.

2 BUD & BUD LIGHTS

DJ Pop-up Electrolounge (7pm; Free)

Sunday

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AMERICANA-FOLK: Jamestown Revival will kick off their tour at Throne Theater April 26. Courtesy photo

TUESDAY $2.00 Tacos (chicken, beef, and fish) WEDNESDAY $2.00 Off Dozen Oysters

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THURSDAY 1/2 Priced Wings

—Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St.; 910-76-BOOKS —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

Open Mic (7pm; Free; All Genres) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

Show Tune Sing-A-Long (9pm; Free)

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

Spring Seafood Blues & Jazz Festival (10am; $50)

—Fort Fisher Air Force Rec Area, 118 River Front Dr.

MONDAY, APRIL 24

Port City Trivia with Dutch (7:02pm; Free)

—Buffalo Wild Wings, 140 Hays Lane #B15

Gypsy Open Mic (8pm; Free)

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

TUESDAY, APRIL 25

—Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

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

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Port City Trivia with Dutch (6:28pm; Free) —Charlie Macgrooders, 117G Village Rd.

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

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

Comedy Improv (7pm; $3)

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

Karaoke Night (9:30pm; Free)

—Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

The Imitations & Tasty Tee’s (6:30pm; Free; Classic) —Leland Municipal Park, 102 Town Hall Dr.

Sunset Cruise with Live Music (6:30pm; $27)

—Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St.

Mothership w/ Mountain Thrower and Toke (8pm; $8, Metal, Rock)

—Reggies 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St.

Hellzapoppin Circus Sideshow Revue (9pm; $15-$22.50) —Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

Trivia Night w/Party Gras Entertainment (9:30pm; Free) —Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

FRIDAY, APRIL 28

Tony Barnes (6pm; Free; Country)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Comedy Biingo (7pm; Free)

Piano Jazz with James Jarvis (7pm; Free)

Port City Trivia with Dutch (7:39 pm; Free)

Karaoke w/ DJ Paul (7pm; Free)

Cape Fear Blues Jam (8pm; Free)

Drew Michael (7pm, 9:30pm; $16; Comedy)

Dopapod (8pm; $12-$18; Electric Jam)

Sunset Kings (8pm; Free; Rock)

College Night Karaoke (9pm; Free)

Saliva (9pm; $20-$32.50; Hard Rock)

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr. —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.;

—Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26

—Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 723 N. 4th St. —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 910-251-1832 —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St. —Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

CONCERTS OUTSIDE OF SOUTHEASTERN NC

SHOWSTOPPERS

UPCOMING EVENTS

WORLD THEY BUILT: Catch The Wild Reeds with Blank Range at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro on April 27. They’ll be playing in the back room. Photo by Genevieve Davis GREENSBORO COLISEUM 1921 WEST LEE ST., GREENSBORO, NC (336) 373-7400 4/29: Snoop Dogg

PNC ARENA 1400 EDWARDS MILL RD. RALEIGH, NC (919) 861-2300 4/27: Vanilla Ice, Salt N Pepa and more

NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 4/19: Jonny Lang and Quinn Sullivan 4/20: Eric Krasno and After Funk 4/21: Joshua James and Timmy the Teeth 4/22: Lauren Grey, Harvey and more 4/23: Junior Brown and Jim Garrett 4/25: Joe Smothers and Jack Lawrence 4/26: Cody Jinks, Ward Davis and Colter Wall 4/27: Dopapod and Groove Fetish

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CABARRUS ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 821-4111 4/21: Jonny Lang and Quinn Sullivan 4/22: Y&T 4/27: Cody Jinks, Ward Davis and Colter Wall 4/28: The Mantras and Dr. Bacon

THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 4/20: Trey Anastasio 4/21: Adventure Club 4/22: STS9 4/23: Steel Panther 4/27: George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., DURHAM, NC (919) 901-0875 4/19: Wild Adriatic,Leopold & Hist Fiction 4/20: Ryan Montbleau and Cris Jacobs 4/27: Stop Light Observations and Sun Seeker DURHAM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 123 VIVIAN ST. DURHAM, NC (919) 688-3722 4/20: Steve Martin, Martin Short & Steep Canyon Rangers 4/23: Brit Floyd 4/27: Brian Cumming

CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN ST., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 4/19: Acid Mothers Temple and Babylon (Back) 4/20: Scott Miller and Daniel Miller (Back) 4/20: Foxygen and Gabriella Cohen 4/21: Jump Little Children, Young Mister and Katie Rose 4/21: Arson Daily, The Remarks, Secretary Pool (Back) 4/22: Sorority Noise, Sinai Vessel and more (Back) 4/22: Junior Brown, Lester Coalbanks and more 4/23: The Steeldrivers, Hank, Pattie and The Current 4/24: Noah & Abby Gundersen and David Ramirez 4/25: Parachute and Kris Allen and more 4/26: Thriftworks and Flamingosis 4/26: Dopapod and Groove Fetish 4/27: The Wild Reeds with Blank Range (Back) THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 4/19: Foxygen and Gabriella Cohen 4/20: Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats 4/21: Big Wild, Tennyson and Imagined Herbal Flows 4/23: Lucinda Williams and Curtis McMurtry 4/25: Dawes 4/27: Richard Thompson and Erin Rae 4/28: Color Me Goodwill

APR 21 LOCALS ONLY! ABSTRACTIONIST, DEATH OF URIAH, DJ KRAKEN, GRAY AREA APR 22 LOCALS ONLY BREAK THE SKYLINE, OPEN WIRE, JUST YESTERDAY, DJ ASH B APR 25 DOPAPOD APR 26 JAMESTOWN REVIVAL APR 27 HELLZAPOPPIN CIRCUS SIDESHOW REVUE APR 28 APR 29 MAY 4 MAY 9 MAY 12 MAY 20 MAY 27 JUN 1 JUN 4 JUN 21 JUN 23 JUN 24

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TUES. APRIL 25 DOPAPOD

WED. APRIL 26 JAMESTOWN REVIVAL

FRI. APRIL 28 SALIVA

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CREATIVE DNA:

Michael Van Hout’s wire sculptures on display with sister Brooks Koff’s stained-glass mosaics

BY: EMILY TRUSS

ome siblings remain entangled in rivalry throughout their lives and scramble to escape invisible shadows by one-upping every achievement. Then there are siblings who form sincere friendships, and encourage one another to expand their horizons and evolve into their full potential. The latter describes the relationship between brother and sister Michael Van Hout and Brooks Koff, two local artists who are displaying their works for the first time together in an exhibit called “Sibs,” which will open at Art in Bloom Gallery on Friday, Apr. 21. “The reason we called the show ‘Sibs’ is because we’re from a very large family with nine siblings,” Van Hout explains. “Brooks is my younger sister, and we were always sort of paired up together. We have that tie of being connected at the hip as siblings.” Van Hout is an extremely versatile artist,

skilled in the arts of sculpture, painting, printmaking, mobiles, and mixed-media. Prior to college, however, becoming an artist wasn’t in his plans.

crafting while she was pregnant with her first child. So she took a stained-glass class. “I dropped stained glass for a while once my children were born, since working with glass around children isn’t a very good idea,” Koff explains. “About 20 years ago, I tried my hand at it again, and discovered glass mosaic on glass.”

“I never really considered that I might be inclined to art,” Van Hout admits. “I was working for a ground crew, and started fabricating sculptures in a sort of folk-art style with the materials I found on location.” Always one to appreciate a project completed with his own two hands, Van Hout embraced his newfound hobby of manipulating wire, copper and steel-tie wire. He continued to develop his craft throughout his 20s. Eventually, he got his own space at ACME Art Studios in downtown Wilmington as a full-time artist. Many of his pieces currently embellish local attractions, such as Airlie Gardens Bottle Chapel, a project that also incorporated Koff’s work. His work can be seen at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Greenfield Lake Park. “My work is naturalistic,” Van Hout states. “I’m working from the study of life, such as animals or human figures.”

UNCW’s 15th Jazz Scholarship Concert Presented by the Cape Fear Jazz Society and UNCW

April 21, 7:30pm Beckwith Recital Hall UNCW campus •$20 • VOCALIST CAROL BAILEY INGBRETSEN

• DIRECTED BY PROF. JERALD SHYNET

• WITH UNCW BIG BAND JAZZ ENSEMBLE Plus, raffle tickets sold for a print from renowned Wilmington artist Barbara Scalia, inspired by jazz pianist Diane Schuur. Scholarships are presented to students of jazz studies at UNCW’s School of Music. 14 encore | april 19 - april 25, 2017 | www.encorepub.com

While traditional stained glass involves meticulous precision in cutting the glass itself, as well as the incorporation of copper foil and lead, the process for glass mosaic is more lenient. It allows Koff a bit more freedom without the rigidity of becoming a perfectionist, as stained glass mandates. “Every piece has to line up perfectly, which really didn’t suit me personality wise,” she says. “Mosaics allow for a lot of freedom and expression.” POPS OF COLOR: Flowers and Sky by Brooks Koff, one half of the show “Sibs,” on display at Art in Bloom. Courtesy photo.

Van Hout takes the authenticity of his subjects very seriously. He studies them in their natural form from library sources beforehand and interprets the shape into wire. “The sculptural aspect of the process comes into play after I depart from the informational side of my subject,” Van Hout explains. For “Sibs,” Van Hout chose to display only his wire sculptures. Folks will see humans and animals portrayed. “The most unifying aspect about them is the fact that they’re made of wire,” Van Hout tells. The complexity of his work suggests a need for heavy power tools or machinery. “What makes my work different from others’ is that I use simple hand tools such as pliers, or even nose pliers,” Van Hout says. “There’s no welding side to it at all.” Van Hout is a regular exhibiting artist at the Art in Bloom. When the time came for a new show, he got the idea to combine his wire sculptures with his sister’s glass mosaic creations. He calls it some of the best stained-glass work he has seen. “I was talking to [gallery owner] Amy Grant at the Art in Bloom Gallery about doing a pop-up show and showed her Brooks’ work,” he tells, “so that’s how the idea of the show came about.” Like her brother, Koff’s original life plans didn’t involve becoming an artist but rather a nurse. She was exposed to crafting at an early age, as she helped her mother with various projects during youth. Koff revisited the idea of

Koff prefers to start with the glass itself when beginning a new project. She simply cuts it into tiny pieces, and sees no need for patterns or tracing. Then she’ll move onto the frame. “The frame I choose will sort of dictate what image I can use within it,” Koff elaborates. “If I already have an image in mind, I’ll select the frame that can hold the image. If all else, I’ll just start with what glass I have on hand.” The color of the glass is arguably the most important aspect to her designs. “I have an eye for color, which is what truly inspires to create new work,” Koff says. “For example, if I have cobalt blue glass I’ll make irises, or if I have iridescent glass, I might make a crab.” Each piece of glass is glued onto the surface to bring forth her desired image. She first finds the focal point. “Then, I’ll focus on the background and the different colors that enhance the main image,” Koff explains. “Afterward, the spaces between each piece of glass are filled with grout.” The opening reception for “Sibs” takes place on Friday, Apr. 21 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Art in Bloom Gallery in downtown Wilmington. Guests will enjoy light refreshments, while singer and guitarist Rebekah Todd will provide the musical ambiance. Admission to the reception is free to the general public and all works of art are for sale. The exhibit will remain on display until May 27.

DETAILS: Sibs

Apr. 21, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Through May 27 Art in Bloom Gallery, 210 Princess St. www.aibgallery.com

WHAT’S HANGING AROUND THE PORT CITY

GALLERYGUIDE ARTEXPOSURE!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com ArtExposure will be offering classes in watercolor, basics of acrylic, and beginning drawing. Classes in hand-building with clay can be scheduled at your convenience at ArtExposure as well as “Paint by Wine” classes for groups. Call us at 910-8030302 to schedule or if you have questions. Current classes are listed on our website. We have a studio available for rent at this time. You can get more information about becoming a member and renting studio space on the website. Go to the Call for Entries page. There is also an opportunity to enter our annual “Artist’s Choice” Invitational. It is open to all NC artists, 18 years and above. Download the entry form from that page for information.

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. Join us for an art opening and reception for “Sibs: New Art by Michael Van Hout and Brooks Koff” (brother and sister), Friday, April 21st, 6-9pm. The exhibit continues through May 27th with tie-wire sculpture, woodcut blocks, and mixed media by Michael and stained-glass mosaics by Brooks. Also, mark your calendar for Saturday, May 13th, 2-5 pm to meet renowned mobile artist, JF “Jay” Jones visiting from Greensboro, NC with his latest metal creations.

CRESCENT MOON ART AND STYLE

24 N. Front St. • (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thurs. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sun.., noon - 6 p.m. • Call for appointment! As a longtime leader in local art curation, Crescent Moon strives to be an ambassador for their artists and to make their customers art collecting, decorating and gift-giving experience an easy one. With an unparalleled selection of individually chosen pieces and an expanded showroom with stunning collections from both new and returning artists, Crescent Moon has something for everyone.

CHARLES JONES AFRICAN ART

311 Judges Rd., Unit 6-E cjart@bizec.rr.com • (910) 794-3060 Mon. – Fri. 10am - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm - 4 pm

Open other hours and weekends by appointment www.cjafricanart.com AFRICAN ART: Museum quality African Art from West and Central Africa. Traditional African art for the discerning collector. CURRENT EXHIBITION: Yoruba beadwork and Northern Nigerian sculpture. Appraisal services, curatorial services and educational exhibitions also available. Over 30 years experience in Tribal Arts. Our clients include many major museums.

EXPO 216

216 N. Front St, Wilmington, NC (910) 769-3899 Wed. – Sun., Noon – 6 PM www.expo216.com A “gallerium,” Expo 216 is part gallery and part museum. Incorporating 5,000 square feet over two floors of a renovation in historic downtown, Expo 216 features thoughtprovoking art and fashions. Its one-year expositions are theme-driven with the inaugural theme, Ocean Plastic, running until mid 2017. Visitors may experience CSI: Albatross (interactive crime solving), Fashion in Plastic ( nine stunning fashion creations crafted by local designers), The Plastic Age (an insightful history of plastic), What Goes Around, Comes Around (Kanagawa Waves by Bonnie Monteleone), and more. Expo 216 is a supporter of the Wilmington music scene and provides live music during the Fourth Friday Gallery Nights.

NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY

271 N. Front St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com Located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, New Elements Gallery has been offering the best of regional and national fine art and craft since 1985. “Menagerie features new work from well-known illustrator Mark Weber. Weber creates curious worlds bursting with lively characters and droll wit. Opening Apr. 28 is Red Coyner and Eric Lawing’s “Lines of Demarcation.” The show will be on display through May 20.

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 tex-

ture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.

SUNSET RIVER MARKETPLACE

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 • Mon.- Sat. 10am - 5pm www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com Sunset River Marketplace showcases work by approximately 150 North and South Carolina artists, and houses some 10,000 square feet of oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, mixed media, art glass, fabric art, pottery, sculpture, turned and carved wood and artisan-created jewelry. There are two onsite kilns and four wheels used by students in the ongoing pottery classes offered by the gallery. A custom framing department is available. There are realistic and abstract art classes as well as workshops by nationally and regionally known artists. For more information, call 910.575.5999 or visit the website at www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com. Upcoming Coffee with the Authors: May 11, Curtis J. James’international thriller, “High Hand.”

CFCC WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

200 Hanover St. (bottom level, parking deck) Mon.-Fri., noon-5pm http://cfcc.edu/blogs/wilmagallery CFCC’s Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present its Annual Student Exhibition, a juried group featuring original works of art by current CFCC students. The exhibition runs through May 5 with a Fourth Friday Reception and Awards Presentation on April 28 from 6-9pm. Clair Hartmann, a Wilmington artist who studied painting and graphic design at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, is this year’s juror. The exhibition is free and open to the public. The Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is located at 200 Hanover Street between 2nd and 3rd streets across from the Wilson Center. Regular gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 12-5 p.m. For additional inquiries about this exhibition, please contact Ashly Farley at adfarley125@mail.cfcc.edu.

2017 Monday, April 24, 7 PM Flory's Flame

Sunday, April 23, 3PM Denial

Monday, April 24, Following Flory’s Flame, A Heartbeat Away

Tuesday, April 25, 7 PM 24 Days

THALIAN HALL CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS For more information, visit wilmingtonjﬀ.org

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S U mm e r C a m p G u i d e SUMMER FUN on the TENNIS COURTS!

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Girls Camps

Jr. Seahawks Day Camp:

June 19-23 • Ages 5-12 • Half Day (9am - 11:30am): $155 • Full Day (9am - 4pm): $270

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June 10-14 • Ages 5-12 • Half Day (9am - 11:30am): $155 • Full Day (9am - 4pm): $270

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July 10-14 • Half Day (9am - 11:30am): $155 • Full Day (9am - 4pm): $270

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Kaigan Karate Summer Camp

LACROSSE CAMP Ages 6-10, July 10-14, 5:00-7:00 pm Ages 11-14, July 10-14, 5:00-8:00 pm

SAFE SITTER BABYSITTER TRAINING COURSE Ages 11-14 August 17, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

KIDS’ COOKING CAMP Ages 8-10, June 19-June 23, 1:00-4:00 pm Ages 11-13, July 17-July 21, 1:00-4:00 pm

WILMINGTON HAMMERHEADS SOCCER CAMP Ages 5-14 June 19-23 & July 24-28, 9:00 am-Noon

YOUTH TENNIS CAMP Ages 6-10 June 26-29, 8:30-10:30 am

BASKETBALL CAMP Ages 11-14 August 7-11, 5:00-7:30 pm

WBOR JUNIOR LIFEGUARD Ages 9-17 CAPE FEAR COTILLION MANNERS CAMP June 26-June 30 & July 24-July 28 Ages 4*- 8 (*Rising Kindergarten) 8:00-10:00 am July 10-July 14, 1:00-4:00 pm FOOTBALL CAMP Ages 11-14 June 19-23, 5:00-7:30 pm PERFORMANCE CLUB CAMP All camps 1:00-4:00 pm Ages 4*-8, June 26-30 (*Rising Kindergarten) Ages 4*-13, July 3, 5-7 (*Rising Kindergarten) Ages 8-13, July 24-28 & August 7-11

Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market 8:00 am-1:00 pm Mondays, May 15-October 30 Located on Seawater Lane, adjacent to Town Hall. For a complete list of adult and youth programs, contact: (910) 256-7925 email ParksAndRecreation@towb.org, or visit our website www.TownOfWrightsvilleBeach.com

Where physical fitness, personal safety and character education are part of everyday fun!

Activities include swim, volleyball, bowling, dodge ball, karate instruction

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JOYFUL GEEK FEST: ‘King Kirby’ at Red Barn is infectious fun

by his late teens, he was contributing to the family coffers steadily through work as an artist. Eventually, Kirby meets the man who will change his life: Joe Simon (Anthony Corvino). The meeting in Joe’s apartment when the two commiserate over the long shadow of garment industry in both their lives is poignant and beautifully understated with a clinking of glass to “fuckin’ pants” and accompanying headshakes. The two form a collaborative partnership that changes the comic-book industry over and over again.

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

very couple of years, local sketch-comedy troupe Pineapple Shaped Lamps (PSL) produces a full-length show they did not write. This spring at the Red Barn they’re doing “King Kirby” by Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente. A biographical play about Jack Kirby, arguably one of the great innovators of sequential art in the 20th century, the script looks like a natural choice for a group of comic book-loving performers. The moment of creation of Captain America, The Fantastic Four, Thor, New Gods, Galactus, Silver Surfer, The Incredible Hulk, and many more beloved characters are sprinkled throughout. Essentially, it makes for an ongoing geek fest of joyful recognition. The script follows Jack Kirby’s (Bryan Cournoyer) life, and begins with his discovery of comics as a child in New York. The love and obsession only grows and cannot be abated. For the child of a sweatshop worker, this does not look like a path to security. But,

GREAT GALACTUS! Bryan Cournoyer, Maria Buchanan, Jay Zadeh, Jordan Vogt, and Jamie Davenport: Photo by Pineapple-Shaped Lamps.

Not long after Kirby meets a second collaborator, Rosalind “Roz” Kirby (Emily Gomez). She becomes essential to his work, as the love of his life and creative partner in work and art. He needs her more than he realizes, as he heads off first to WWII and then to the bigger battle awaiting him back home: finding work. Cournoyer’s Kirby has an infinite capacity for production. But finding jobs post WWII? A bit harder. Eventually, Kirby lands in the office of Stan Lee (Phill Antonino), the kid he and Joe used to work with years earlier. Thus begins one of the most famous partnerships in comics. The script traces the development of the sequential art industry and all its bumps and changes: it use as war propaganda, the development of horror comics, romance comics, and the hearings on indecency of comics—followed by the development of Comic Cons, movie deals and collectibles. A sprightly, energetic and versatile ensemble (Maria Buchanan, Jordan Vogt, Jay Zadeh, and Jamie Davenport) bring to life an assortment of characters, including fast-talking, baseball-loving comic artists, Kirby’s family members, fans, General Marshall, and more. Their fun is infectious, the characters are distinct and the action moves with explosive energy of comics on a page. Tini Howard has designed a set with sequential art panels and a screen for video projections of cartoons made from Kirby’s work. One has to imagine a show about an artist puts quite an emphasis on visual elements of production. Adding video is really a nice touch to a show intended as an homage to an artist who laid ground work for future generations. Cournoyer has his hands full with Kirby, a

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man of many contradictions. But he convinces us of the terrier-like tenacity Kirby had for life, work and survival. One of the tools in his arsenal is a love of work—an escape there. Kirby’s refrain throughout the script—“The work is the magic!”—is perhaps the most beautiful message about art a show like this could convey. It is also his downfall in the real world, because he doesn’t care for or understand the business side of what is happening; being lost in the magic of his studio is his elixir of life. My date commented how in many ways the show is sort of “Death of a Salesman” in comics. The charismatic, larger-than-life Stan Lee comes with more expectation from fans than Kirby, who didn’t get as much of the limelight during his lifetime. Phill Antonino clearly relishes this part and moves from irritating kid to comic mogul with surprising ease in the course of two hours. His sense of theatrics are never dampened. As Lee’s image grows, his own glee increases. Of the leads perhaps, it is Gomez and Corvino who have the most latitude with their interpretations. Both play people who were mostly out of the public eye. With Corvino, it’s the quiet but strong and hard-nose kid, determined not to spend his life making pants. But Gomez has something harder: the love interest, helpmate and partner in all things without an equal vote. Sorry, but that’s not just her, that’s a description of most wives (i.e., the under-appreciated part of the partnership). She’s strong when she needs to be and determined for him when he needs her to be, but she is not above pleading. Cournoyer loves her, and so did I. “King Kirby” is a surprising show in a lot of ways. Foremost, it seeks to give credit to a man who found external success largely elusive in his lifetime. What makes it come alive is a cast that fills each moment with devotion, extraordinary energy and connection. In spite of all the challenges Kirby faces (which are a powerful allegory for any creative life), he knows the secret: The magic is the work. Clearly, PSL knows it, too.

DETAILS: King Kirby

Red Barn Studio Theatre 1122 S. Third St. Apr. 21-23, 28-30, 8 p.m., or 2 p.m., Sun. Tickets: $18-$20 www.thalian.org

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ACCESSIBLE SHAKESPEARE:

Dram Tree’s vaudevillian ‘The Comedy of Errors’ resonates with audiences

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

ram Tree Shakespeare opened their annual production this past weekend at DREAMS Garage on Fanning Street. Last year’s much-lauded and highly successful run of “The Tempest” is a tough act to follow, but “The Comedy of Errors” manages to stay within their high-end creative output with its zany, fun antics. Directed by Kathryn (KC) MacMillan, the production embraces vaudeville from the curtain speech to the closing bow. The setup of “The Comedy of Errors” comes from a monologue by Egeon (Lee Lowrimore) as he explains he and his wife had a set of identical twin boys (the Antipholuses). They also acquired a set of identical twin boys to be raised as slaves for their children (the Dromios). In a storm at sea, the parents tied themselves to masts of the ship with one Dromio and Antipholus each. They were separated, and Egeon raised his son and Dromio without any word from his missing wife, other son or Dromio in many years. Lowrimore recounts the story to the Duke of Ephesus (Norman Aronovic) and his Duchess (Clare Kiley) as he begs to have his life spared for appearing in Ephesus— thus putting his life in danger (warring city states are prone to such problems). So the show presents two sets of separated identical twins and a grieving father with a death sentence. What could possibly complicate things further? Antipholus of Syracuse (Tyler Crittenden) and his Dromio (Katherine Rosner) step ashore in Ephesus and receive a very different welcome than Egeon. After sending Dromio off to secure their accommodations, Anitpholus of Syracuse is startled when confronted by what he perceives to be his servant, Dromio, bidding him to come home to dinner. It is actually the Dromio of Ephesus (Kire Stenson), who is just as baffled by his response. DOE reports back to his mistress, the alluring Adriana (Isabel Zermani) and her sister Luciana (Tamica Katzmann), that Antipholus denied all knowledge of home and family, and refused to dine. It confirms for Adriana her husband has strayed from her. Though one would have to imagine any man who would do that to be deranged. Zermani’s Adriana is a stunning, stylish redhead. Add in a demeanor just bitchy enough to be commanding and any man would be hooked. Katzmann’s Luciana is the sweet,

BARD HUMOR: Tyler Crittenden and Tamica Katzmann in Dram Tree’s “A Comedy of Errors.” Photo, courtesy of Dram Tree

alike, to convincingly play identical twins. Tyler Crittenden and Sam Robison as the Antipholuses are fun. Crittenden’s Antipholus gets the better end of the deal (no jail time, for example), and he takes in stride all the gifts heaped upon him with a joyful grin. Robison is really in each moment of anger, frustration, confusion, and ultimately reconciliation. His commitment makes moments lifelike and the story palpable. But the Dromios are by far my favorite part of the show. (Well, except for the interlude with Lily Zuckerman walking the most adorable dog in the world.) Stenson and Rosner are a wonderful combination of humor and they’re incredibly adorable. I felt terrible for their enslaved state, and even more so for their complete inability to not wind up on the receiving end of someone’s foot. Every time either walked onstage, mirth followed.

ways, she is the through line for the company, and provides a constant thread of musical accents and commentary. For many people Shakespeare’s language is intimidating. Part of good, live productions of the Bard’s work is making it accessible visually and hopefully making the language resonate. “The Comedy of Errors” succeeds admirably on both of fronts. It’s a solid entryway to his work that will make it all fit together. Folks will leave laughing and happier than when they arrived, guaranteed.

DETAILS:

The Comedy of Errors

April 20-April 30 Garage at Dreams 901 Fanning St. Tickets: $10-$25 Linda Carlisle Markas provides piano acMeanwhile Antipholus of Ephesus (Sam companiment for the show, as well as oc- www.dramtreeshakes.org

gentle half of this dynamic duo, who with dark beauty finds herself in a world of trouble with the confused sets of twins and her sister. Robison) strikes a deal with the local Goldsmith (Zeb Mims) for a chain of gold for a local Courtesan (Mirla Criste). Mims plays the Goldsmith with a parody of a New York mobster’s accent and inflection which actually works really well with the text. Meanwhile, Criste’s early striptease to establish her character is tantalizing and stylized. Though she doesn’t actually reveal anything that would make the number inappropriate for a family audience, it did leave me wishing she had choreographed the strippers in the recent production of “Gypsy.” Complete with fringe in constant motion, the imagination distractedly ran wild.

casional percussion and accordion. In many

In the meantime, the two Antipholuses keep getting confused for each other by their respective Dromios, family, friends, and neighbors. Mistaken identity runs amok and people get arrested. A quack, Dr. Pinch (Lee Lowrimore) is brought in to treat the obvious mental illness of Antipholus of Ephesus. Lowrimore channels Groucho Marx as Dr. Hugo Z. Hackenbush, to the audience’s evident delight. Eventually, Antipholus and Dromio of Syracuse seek sanctuary with the Abbess (Jemila Ericson), who almost steals the show (and that is saying a lot) with her insanity. But this is Shakespeare, so after much confusion, excitement, rushing about, and general hilarity, the problems will get sorted out and everyone will live happily ever after (mostly). One of the challenges with “The Comedy of Errors” is finding two sets of performers who look enough alike, and act enough

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A MUSICAL MARATHON:

Local theatre couple take on ‘The Last Five Years’ to celebrate their five-year anniversary

BY: SHEA CARVER

heatre is a large part of husband and wife Jason Aycock and Heather Setzler’s lives. The two first met while doing Opera House Theatre Company’s “Grease” in 2005, began dating a year later, then married onstage at Thalian Hall. “Then after that we started working on our next show!” Aycock says. They have married their passions for acting and each other in a way dream couples do: letting love fuse the two seamlessly. When not performing together, directing shows, directing each other, or fulfilling hosting duties, like at the 2017 StarNews Wilmington Theatre Awards in January, they also enjoy travel. The two have taken trips on their anniversary every year, from London to Disney and this year, Hawaii. In addition to celebrating on an island, they’re hitting the stage in an anniversary show, “The Last Five Years,”

by Jason Robert Brown. “Since we’ve been married five years, it seemed appropriate,” Setzler tells. The only difference: There is no end in sight for Setzler and Aycock. “The Last Five Years” stages the beginning and end of a relationship between main characters Jamie and Cathy. Jamie is singing about their life together forward, from the first time they met, as Cathy is singing about it backward, from the last time they met. The two come together in the middle—the day of their wedding. “I still can’t decide who’s ‘fault’ the break up is,” Aycock tells. “It’s like my favorite song in the show: It changes each time I listen to or sing it. I think that’s important to how strong the story is.” Though Aycock and Setzler have been working in theatre together for more than a decade, the creative drive to support and push each other into greater territory doesn’t wane. Aycock has directed Setzler in other shows.

“I keep learning how invested she is,” he praises. “She really focuses well and zeroes in on the emotion and character.” “What I love about Cathy is finding the times where you realize why Jamie fell in love with her,” Setzler explains—“finding moments that make Cathy smile or show her confidence in the midst of all her self-doubt.” Setzler and Aycock switch off directing each other in “The Last Five Years.” The twoperson show felt like an easier one for them to produce together. Though they’ve done staged readings, as seen in Big Dawg’s “Love Letters,” and TheatreNOW’s “Diary of Adam and Eve,” the two triple threats (actors, singers, dancers) producing a two-person show in which they carry all the weight from behind the scenes to onstage is a different beast. “But I know [Jason’s] style really well,” Setzler tells. “He is confident, reliable, smart, and creative always.” Aycock’s Jamie is a man on the verge of making it big as an author, while Cathy is a struggling actress trying to make her on dreams come to fruition. “It’s a really moving, loving look at a relationship,” Setzler says, “what goes right, what goes wrong.” Aycock and Setzler never have seen “The Last Five Years” live, despite having watched the movie version with Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan. Though, during one of their New York trips (they traveled most recently to see “Hamilton”), they went to the library to watch the Off-Broadway recording.

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“It was pretty elaborately staged, so it was much different than I expected,” Setzler tells. “What I love about our version is it’s simple. The music is so good on its own and tells such a compelling story, it doesn’t need much help.” Chiaki Ito will be directing music of “The Last Five Years” with a six-piece band, as she leads the way on keys. Christopher Marcellus (bass), Jared Cline (guitar), Zachary Boyce (cello 1), Min Jeong Kim (cello 2), and Brett Bentrup (violin) flesh out the band. She calls it a musical marathon since there aren’t scene breaks. To top it off, it contains some of the most difficult music Ito has taken on during her very long-standing tenure on the theatre scene. Its complexity mirrors that of a relationship that starts out amazingly but does see an unfortunate end.

mise of what you once thought was the best thing ever,” she says. “The music is rhythmically difficult. There are some places where everyone has different rhythms to play, and they all have to fit together like pieces of a puzzle. It’s the type of music you can’t really fudge. For example, if you’re playing something like ‘RENT,’ you can play it off of chord symbols and improvise rhythms. Jason Robert Brown wrote pretty specific rhythms that correspond to the feel of the song. It’s very much like Stephen Sondheim but with a more contemporary jazz/rock style.” Aycock finds “The Schmuel Song” one of the more difficult pieces. It’s Jamie’s longest song and quite wordy. “Since it’s a musical, it’s not like I can paraphrase anything,” Aycock quips, “but it tells a story, and that’s been the easiest way to get all of those words in my brain.” Aycock enjoys taking on the momentum of his character, but tapping into his darker side has been a bit more challenging. The emotion the show puts out is a lot to take in. “I’ve looked back at some former (unhappy) relationships I’ve been a part of and had to relive some dark moments,” he explains. “It’s tough to bring some of that back up.” “There are spots in every song that can trip us up if we’re not completely focused,” Setzler adds. “But for me the hardest is the finale, ‘Goodbye Until Tomorrow/I Could Never Rescue You.’ I’ve yet to get through it without crying. So, yeah, not nailing it. Or maybe I am.” The two have chosen an abstract design concept which moves across numerous locations over the five years of the relationship they’re portraying. Cole Marquis is designing lights, and costuming will remain from their own closets since it’s essentially a modernday love story. “Gary Ralph Smith is designing our set,” Setzler says. “It involves a lot of mirrors to symbolize reflection. Cathy and Jamie’s reflections of themselves, each other and their relationship.”

DETAILS:

The Last Five Years

April 19-23, 7:30 p.m. or Sun., 2 p.m. Tickets $15-$20 Thalian Hall’s Ruth & Bucky Stein Theatre, 301 Chestnut St. “It speaks to everyone who’s ever been in a www.thalianhall.org

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‘Carrie Pilby’ offers engaging characters in an albeit unoriginal story arc

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

BY: ANGHUS

April 19 (also playing April 19 at 4 p.m.): ‘A United Kingdom’ is a powerful testament to the defiant and enduring love story of Seretse Khama (David Oyelowo), King of Bechuanaland (modern Botswana) and Ruth Williams (Rosamund Pike), the London office worker he married in 1948 in the face to Malan’s apartheidriven South Africa and to the royal traditions of Seretse’s own people.

he summer-movie season is almost here. This shouldn’t be surprising to anyone, but I’m still fascinated every time big-budget blockbusters start rolling out right about the time my Azaleas are blooming. Before we begin to bellyflop into brain-erasing films ushered in this year like the eighth—yes, eighth—“Fast & Furious,” I decided to perform one more swan dive into the world of independent cinema with a little OnDemand flick called “Carrie Pilby.” Does knowing too much about a movie before seeing it ultimately impact the experience? I wrote a column on this subject recently, deep-diving into the idea that we’re so immersed in movies our anticipation is beaten to a bloody pulp by a melange of trailers, commercials, casting announcements, and rumors. Unlike most movies I see, I knew almost nothing about “Carrie Pilby.” I chose it solely based on the comely familiar faces on the poster, and a wreath informing me of its inclusion in last year’s Toronto Film Festival. Carrie (Bel Powley) is an extremely intelligent young Harvard graduate, who managed to achieve this feat at the ripe young age of 18. She’s spent the last year trying to “find herself,” which comprises isolating herself in a tiny New York apartment and trying to muster the will to make it to regular therapy sessions. Her shrink (Nathan Lane) is a kind, understanding soul, trying to help Carrie through some crippling social awkwardness. He gives her some fairly obvious advice: Get out of the apartment, go out, and try to make some basic human connections. This isn’t easy as Carrie excels in her intellect but lacks skills to master basic interactions. Her psychological to-do list goes from rudimentary (get a pet) to more complicated items (go on a date). Carrie has a predisposition to conflict, so she sets up a date using the personal ads and finds a guy looking to potentially cheat on his fiancée. Her plan is to publicly humiliate the louse, but he turns out to be a sweet, handsome, anxiety-ridden wayward soul, who is questioning whether or not he’s making the right choice. By the end of their date, she’s smitten, so further complications commence. In addition to her laundry list of human activities, Carrie is dealing with repairing a

(Rated PG-13, runtime 111 minutes).

SMALL SCREEN: ‘Carrie Pilby’ offers good independent cinema before the steady stream of summer blockbusters. Photo, courtesy Braveart Films.

relationship with her estranged father (Gabriel Byrne), the emotional baggage of being left by her first real love and a new job forcing her to interact with some interesting coworkers. After a few weeks of getting out and checking off her list, Carrie begins to have something resembling a normal person’s life. In spite of various complications, she manages to make some progress. Much of Carrie’s turmoil comes from the burden of her intelligence. Intellectually, she’s light-years ahead of an average mouth-breathing lunchbox. Emotionally, she’s very much a teenager trying to deal with feelings she cannot reconcile. I like “Carrie Pilby,” mostly because I liked Carrie Pilby. While her story arc isn’t the most original, there’s an earnestness and vulnerability that makes her engaging. That’s not to say the movie is without flaws. I’ve seen so many variations on this theme: lost souls trying to find themselves in the big city. And the material feels kind of slight, like watching a really long TV pilot. To be fair, if this was a TV series, I’d actually continue watching. It’s like “Felicity” with a British accent and a healthy dose of social awkwardness.

ter and “SNL”’s Vanessa Bayer. The film really does highlight disparity between small independent films finding homes through on-demand services and the larger bigbudget monstrosities in theaters. Everything about “Carrie Pilby” feels diminutive—a small story perfectly suited for the small screen. The entertaining title character and supporting cast manage to be compelling enough to warrant a recommendation in spite of its modest shortcomings.

DETAILS: Carrie Pilby

Rated PG-13 Directed by Susan Johnson Starring Bel Powley, Nathan Lane, Gabriel Byrne

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April 23-May 9: The Wilmington Jewish Film Festival will offer nine award-winning feature films and selected shorts over three weeks, coinciding with Holocaust Memorial Day and Israeli Independence Day. All showings will be at historic Thalian Hall’s Main Stage. Sunday screenings show at 3 p.m., followed by catered receptions, and weeknight screenings at 7 p.m., followed by dessert and coffee.

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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: MondayWednesday 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

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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 fourcourse 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 PINE VALLEY MARKET Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals

for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com THE PUB A true public house. A gathering place. In house fresh ground burgers made with short rib, brisket and chuck on Sweet n Savory’s, made from scratch, bread along with 40 other sandwiches and meals under $12. 32 beers on tap, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere where you can hang out with friends and enjoy live music, your favorite NFL game or the BEST burger you’ll ever eat! 2012 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 679-8101, Hours: 11am-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.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 craveworthy. Lunch is on the Rise with our new chicken sandwiches on potato rolls and fresh salads. 1319 Military Cutoff Rd. (910) 239-9566 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.- Sun. 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: http://risebiscuitsdonuts.com

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SPICOLI “In crust we trust.” Spicoli specializes in classic NY style pizza with a totally unconventional (AND DELICIOUS) sourdough crust. We also feature one-ofa-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) 452-3952 Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921 Southport (910) 457-7017 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

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

Thursday. At Genki, everyone is welcome! 4724 New Centre Dr. #5, Wilmington. (910) 796-8687. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Closed Monday, Tues-Sat 11:30a.m. - 2:00p.m. 5:00p.m. - 9:30, Sunday 5p.m. - 9p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www. genkisushiwilmington.com INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com NIKKI’S FRESH GOURMET For more than a decade, Nikki’s downtown has served diners the best in sushi. With freshly crafted ingredients making up their rolls, sushi and sashimi, a taste of innovation comes with every order. Daily they offer specialty rolls specific to the Front Street location, such as the My Yoshi, K-Town and Crunchy Eel rolls. But for less adventurous diners looking for options beyond sushi, Nikki’s serves an array of sandwiches, wraps and gyros, too. They also make it a point to host all dietary needs, omnivores, carnivores and herbivores alike. They have burgers and cheesesteaks, as well as falafal pitas and veggie wraps, as well as an extensive Japanese fare menu, such as bento boxes and tempura platters. Daily dessert and drink special are also on order. Check out their website and Facebook for more information. 16 S. Front St. (910) 771-9151. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs., 11am-10pm; Fri.-Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 12pm10pm. Last call on food 15 minutes before closing. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.nikkissushibar.com/ OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE We have reinvented “Hibachi Cuisine”. Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse in Wilmington, NC is like no other. Our highly skilled chefs will not only cook an incredible dinner, but they will entertain you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. At Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse, we are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure that we serve only the finest food products. We believe that good healthy food aids the vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of Steak, Seafood, and Chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill,” to the taste bud tingling Japanese Sushi, Hand

Rolls, Sashimi, Tempura dishes and Japanese Noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Check out our all you can eat sushi menu and daily specials at www.okamisteakhouse.com! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday - Thursday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 10pm; Friday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 11pm; Saturday 11am - 11pm; Sunday 11am - 9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com SZECHUAN 132 Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.szechuan132.com THAI SPICE From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine. This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed. Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue.-Th.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat.: 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sun.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 7633172. ■ 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 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 8:00am-8:00pm, 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 family-owned restaurant which serves New York style pizza and pasta. From daily specials during lunch and dinner to a friendly waitstaff ensuring a top-notch experience, whether dining in, taking out or getting delivery, to generous portions, the Antonio’s experience is an unforgettable one. Serving subs, salads, pizza by the slice or pie, pasta, and more, dine-in, take-out and delivery! 3501 Oleander Dr., #2, and 5120 S. College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.) ■ NEIGHBORHOOD DELIVERY OFFERED: Monkey Junction and near Independence Mall ■ WEBSITE: www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com FAT TONY’S ITALIAN PUB Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique familyfriendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have

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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., noon10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing. SLICE OF LIFE “Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 2562229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m., 7 days a week, 365 days a year. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South. ■ FEATURING: Largest tequila selection in town! ■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

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SAN JUAN CAFÉ Offering the most authentic, gourmet Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. With dishes from countries such as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Cuba you’ll be able to savor a variety of flavors from all over Latin America. Located at 3314 Wrightsville Avenue. 910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Sat. 11 a.m.2:30 p.m. and from 5-10 p.m. Closed Sunday. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Nightly specials ■ WEBSITE: www.sanjuancafenc.com

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EL CERRO GRANDE In January, El Cerro Grande will celebrate 25 years serving authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine to the greater Wilmington area. With an ever-evolving menu, they have introduced eight new exclusive soft tacos as part of Taco Fiesta! They churn out mouth-watering enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, chef specialties, and more, in a colorfully inviting dining room marked by a friendly staff and attention to detail. Check out El Cerro’s daily drink and food specials at their three different locations, including $3.50 margaritas on Tuesdays off Military Road, on Wednesdays at 341 S. College Road, and on Thursdays at 5120 S. College Road. Mondays feature fajita dinners for 10.99 at all locations, and they even have karaoke every Wednesday at 341 S. College Rd, starting at 6 p.m. Serving lunch and dinner daily. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri., open at 11 a.m.; Sat-Sun., open at 11:30 a.m. ■ LOCATIONS: 341 S. College Rd., 910-793-0035; 5120 S. College Rd., 910-790-8727; 1051 Military Cutoff Rd., 910-679-4209 ■ WEBSITE: www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com

LA COSTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT With three locations to serve Wilmingtonians, La Costa is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m with lunch specials. Their full dinner menu (from 3 p.m. on) offers the best in Mexican cuisine across the city. From top-sellers, like fajitas, quesadillas and burritos, to chef’s specialty items, like molcajete or borrego, a taste of familiar and exotic can be enjoyed. All of La Costa’s pico de gallo, guacamole, salsas, chile-chipotle, enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily. Add to it a 16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.25 on Mondays and Tuesdays at all locations, and every meal is complete. Serving the Port City since1996, folks can dine indoors at the Oleander and both Market Street locations, or dine alfresco at both Market Street locations. 3617 Market St.; 8024 Unit 1 Market St.; 5622 Oleander Dr. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs until 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. until 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Ogden ■ WEBSITE: lacostamexicanrestauranwilmington. com

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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

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carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar—which has cold, organic salads and hot selections—can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of delicious juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and freerange meats and poultry. wheat-free and gluten-free products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 5090331. “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

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Founded in 2008 by Evans and Nikki Trawick, Cape Fear Seafood Company has become a local hotspot for the freshest, tastiest seafood in the area. With its growing popularity, the restaurant has expanded from its flagship eatery in Monkey Junction to a second location in Porter’s Neck, and coming soon in 2017, their third location in Waterford in Leland. “We are a dedicated group of individuals working together as a team to serve spectacular food, wine and spirits in a relaxed and casual setting,” restaurateur Evans Trawick says. “At CFSC every dish is prepared with attention to detail, quality ingredients and excellent flavors. Our staff strives to accommodate guests with a sense of urgency and an abundance of southern hospitality.” Cape Fear Seafood Company has been recognized by encore magazine for best seafood in 2015, as well as by Wilmington Magazine in 2015 and 2016, and Star News from 2013 through 2016. Monkey Junction: 5226 S. College Road Suite 5, 910-799-7077. Porter’s Neck: 140 Hays Lane #140, 910-681-1140. Waterford: 143 Poole Rd., Leland, NC 28451 ■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER: 11:30am-4pm daily; Mon.-Thurs.., 4pm-9pm; Fri.-Sat., 4pm-10pm; Sun., 4pm-8:30pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, north Wilmington and Leland ■ WESBITE: www.capefearseafoodcompany.com CATCH Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910799-3847. ■ 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 OCEANIC Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is

also the perfect location for memorable events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH: Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dine on renovated Crystal Pier. ■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com THE PILOT HOUSE The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South. We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks. Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910-343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am3pm. 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 poboys, 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

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CASEY’S BUFFET In Wilmington, everyone knows where to go for solid country cooking. That place is Casey’s Buffet, winner of encore’s Best Country Cookin’/Soul Food and Buffet categories. “Every day we are open, somebody tells us it tastes just like their grandma’s or mama’s cooking,” co-owner Gena Casey says. Gena and her husband Larry run the show at the Oleander Drive restaurant where people are urged to enjoy all food indigenous to the South: fried chicken, barbecue, catfish, mac‘n’cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, chicken‘n’dumplings, biscuits and homemade banana puddin’ are among a few of many other delectable items. 5559 Oleander Drive. (910) 798-2913. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Monday and

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Tuesdays. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Pig’s feet and chitterlings. ■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com RX RESTAURANT & BAR Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx Restaurant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up Southern cuisine made with ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. The Rx chef is committed to bringing fresh food to your table, so the menu changes daily based on what he finds locally. Rx drinks are as unique as the food—and just what the doctor ordered. Join us for a dining experience you will never forget! 421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080. ■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; 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 Tues-Sun, 5pm-close, with live music Fri-Sat nights. Sunday brunch, 10am-3pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.pembrokescuisine.com

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 sportsthemed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11am-2am daily. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector TVs in Wilmington. ■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com JAX 5TH AVE. DELI & ALE HOUSE 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: 910-8597374. ■ 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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A CHOP ABOVE A GREASY SPOON: Famed local deli hops into the diner-style restaurant game

anyone’s looking for something heavy on the protein and light on the starches, they might want to go in another direction. Folks in the mood for something decadent should grab a spoon. The grits and sauce were flavorful, rich and luxurious, but the dish itself was slightly overwhelming.

BY: ROSA BIANCA

ou’ve heard the name. You know the hype. You’ve eaten the Plymouth sandwich. But the Chops Deli we all know and love is raising their “steaks”— and they’re coming with a side of field peas.

For some veggies (and to add Southern swag), I suggest a side of collards. I didn’t grow up on these greens so they don’t do much for me, but I’m told they are some of the finest in town. A shake of vinegar definitely helps cut the salty pork flavor.

Just a quick skip from downtown (Wrightsboro, to be exact) on Castle Hayne Road, diners can now find the newest addition to the triple-threat lineup from the Chops family. Chops Diner is a one-stop shop for a wildly satisfying breakfast or lunch. And it won’t break the bank. Case in point: I gathered a hungry group of four Sunday brunchers, sampled a half-dozen items on the menu, and barely racked up a $50 tab. The service was friendly and speedy—almost a touch too fast. If you say you’ll give us a few minutes with the menu, we won’t be ready to order in 30 seconds. Or 30 more seconds after that. Still, Chops’ price tag was sensible, portions were colossal and food was spot on with what folks crave at a quaint South- EGG-CELLENT OMELET: Chops Diner in Wrightsboro does breakfast and lunch, diner style. ern café on a weekend morning. Once again, this is a “diner.” If anyone’s on a quest for fancy frittatas and menus full of words they don’t understand, they’re barking up the wrong table. Chops is a laidback, seat-yourself nostalgic joint. Daily specials are an $8 meat-and-three and the house wine is sweet tea. It’s glorious. I started off my meal with a cup of joe, but couldn’t handle more than a few sips. I’m a French roast kind of gal (which makes me not the best judge of standard coffee), but a lot of breakfast restaurants in the area still brew a mean house blend. All I’m saying: Be aware that there are no lavender cold brews or cinnamon cappuccinos in sight. Although I wasn’t thrilled with my drink, a friend ordered an Arnold Palmer and was delighted. With so many things to sample, we started off by splitting the biscuits and gravy. Chops’ version featured two enormous, golden-brown biscuits, drenched in red-eye sausage gravy. Every bite was as savory and buttery as it sounds. It’s rare to find a non-white cream sauce with this classic, so I appreciated the twist of combining hearty crumbled sausage bits with a coffee-infused gravy. It made for an extra bit of flavor. For my main meal, I couldn’t resist an omelet (especially after seeing on Yelp that Chops offers these with eight

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eggs). I went with mushrooms and American cheese. The outside of the omelet was rolled, smooth and rounded (as opposed to country-style, which is super fluffy and lightly browned). I devoured almost every bite, with the highlight being the cheese—as I believe white American is one of the most underrated in the game. (Get that orange shit out of here!) Alongside, I opted for hash browns and bacon. The potatoes were shredded and griddled, as they should be, and the bacon was crisp but thin. Both were a touch on the oily side, but diners aren’t called “greasy spoons” just for the hell of it. The fruit—freshly cut—made me feel less guilty about unbuttoning my shorts. When the shrimp and grits appeared, we all stared at it like the waitress set down a shiny pot of gold. The menu claimed it would consist of shrimp, sautéed with bacon, onions, tomatoes, and cream over grits. I’d like to take this opportunity to challenge Chops on their usage of the word “over,” as the creamy grit sauce took up 90 percent of the bowl. The multitude of gooey goodness was, in my pregnant friend’s opinion, spectacular. I would say it’s all about personal palate when it comes to this one. If

Chops keeps their doors open until 2 p.m., so I couldn’t leave without trying a few items off the lunch lineup. They did become famous for their sandwiches, after all. First up was the cheesesteak with thinly sliced ribeye, cheese, peppers, onions, and mushrooms. Although it was more of a yummy steak sandwich than a traditional cheesesteak, it was fabulous. The fluffy, cornmeal-coated hoagie was an expert vehicle, and the juicy steak and creamy white cheese (I’m guessing white American again—yay!) melted together in every mouthwatering bite. Also on deck was the chicken salad on toasted wheat bread, which lightened up our entire feast. The chunky chicken was tossed with a light amount of mayonnaise, herbs, and crunchy celery morsels. It had more sweet notes than savory, but the righteous crinkle fries hit the salty spot. Head’s up: Diners can order them with melted cheese—so why not? The owners behind Chops have a reputation for nailing simple, homemade (typically between bread) fare—and thanks to the addition of this diner, they’ve welcomed us into a whole other side of their kitchen. Keep it coming, y’all. We’ll be back for more.

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CAM Café and Advintage Distributing are hosting a Spring Wine Dinner, featuring four courses with delightful wines to complement each tasty offering. Menu items include pan-seared scallops, frisse salad, smoked port-wine bacon chutney, pan-seared duck breast, blood orange and black cherry compote with truffle sea salt couscous. Plus, there will be a cocktail hour! Reservations are required. Interested diners should call the CAM Café for details at 910-777-2363.

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A STELLAR NIGHT: Cape Fear Museum hosts annual Star Party

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ive years ago, Cape Fear Museum (CFM) agreed to partake in North Carolina’s Statewide Star Party. Jameson McDermott, a museum educator, recalls setting up the first event. The NC Science Fair, with help from the NC Space Grant, had launched the debut Statewide Star Party the year before, and they wanted to expand the event to southeastern NC. They told McDermott and CFM to plan for about 200 people, maximum. Airlie Gardens agreed to host, Cape Fear Astronomical Society joined in to provide telescopes, and everything was set. “The night of the event, we had over 1,000 people,” McDermott says. “We had people parking all the way down Airlie Road and walking in. . . . It was chaotic. And it was wonderful.” Since the overwhelmingly successful debut, CFM has continued to participate in the

Statewide Star Party annually. This year the party will be held at Carolina Beach State Park on Friday, April 21. The theme is “Star Light, Star Bright.” They plan on closely examining the physics of stars. McDermott enjoys the event for the curiosity it brings out in people of all ages. “For me it doesn’t get much better than helping students understand they are scientists,” McDermott says. “If you’re curious about the natural world around you, and if you’re interested in why things happen and how they happen, you’re already thinking like a scientist. To give people opportunities to explore science in a fun, hands-on way is why I’m here.” A graduate of UNCW in environmental science, McDermott’s love for space started as a summer camp director of the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center in Chapel Hill. Since joining CFM 10 years ago, McDermott has specialized in teaching and creating programs about science and history. Star Party has remained a popular event for the museum. McDermott is proud to say it is

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BLINDED BY SCIENCE: Families and kids take part at one of the stations set up at Cape Fear Museum’s annual Star Party. Courtesy of Cape Fear Museum

consistently the largest star party in the state. For 2017 the party offers new events and old favorites. A recent addition incorporates two planetarium shows. In the past, CFM only had the means to offer one, which didn’t give every visitor a chance to see the show. Starting last year, however, they partnered with UNCW’s CESTEM (Center for Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), who loans their digital planetarium to the party. Now, they run two different simultaneous shows. While this year’s shows have not been confirmed yet, there are a number of options. Last year, they played “Solar Quest,” an animated short video that explores how the sun’s energy affects Earth, and a live presentation of the springtime night sky. This year they are considering including “Losing the Dark,” a fulldome digital video about light pollution. The event also features an “out of this world” technology center, where volunteer Bill Culpepper will show visitors how to use multiple space-related mobile apps, such as Planet Finder, an astronomy compass that aids in locating visible planets; Luna Solaria, which provides data on the sun and moon; and Stellaria, which provides accurate nightsky maps.

Brian Davis, a professor of physics and physical oceanography professor at UNCW, will also provide tours of the night sky. He will use a green laser to point out stars. In a new event, Tom Osborne, another museum educator, will teach about satellites. He’ll use apps and technology to show people how to track satellites and sign up to hear about International Space Station flyovers. He will have a website running that will track the satellites in the night sky for people to locate. To tie in the theme, there will be other hands-on stations dedicated to stars. One will investigate why stars twinkle in the night sky, a phenomenon known as “stellar scintillation.” On a piece of black construction paper, visitors can draw their own twinkling stars. Another station explores why stars appear to have points, and visitors can create a pointed star out of folded paper. If visitors and families want to sit, relax and enjoy stories, the New Hanover County Public Library will host Stellar Story Corner. On the back patio of the visitor’s center, Mary Kleinfeldt will read stories under the starlight. Seating and blankets will be provided, but visitors can free to their own blankets and refreshments. Additional partners include Wilmington Trolley Company, who will shuttle people to and from parking, and Golf Cars of Coastal Carolina, who will provide transportation for people with limited mobility. UNCW’s Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) have joined to volunteer at stations and help run the event. In organizing the star party, McDermott wants to bring together community organizations who are passionate about science. He also wants to help families and friends bond over the shared experience of discovery. “Every time I look around at these events, I see parents sitting on the ground at eye level with their kids and doing things together,” McDermott says. “Everywhere you look, there are families exploring things together. I just love it.”

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I fully admit: I opened “Dracula the UnDead” because it was written by Dacre Stoker, the great-grandnephew of Bram Stoker. I was stunned the dust jacket listed him as a resident of South Carolina. Yes ... he is currently living in South Carolina. He’s practically our neighbor. I’m just tickled.

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.

Stoker and his co-author, Ian Holt, have put together a sequel of sorts (in the vein of “Scarlett” as the sequel to “Gone with the Wind”). They have introduced Countess Bathroy to the storyline, and drawn a line between Jack the Ripper and vampire hunter Van Helsing. There is also an interesting comparison drawn with the addictive process of morphine and alcohol to the impact of the vampire’s bite. More interestingly, they have introduced Bram Stoker, himself, as a character.

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.

For me, their lengthy descriptions of the Lyceum Theatre Bram inherited from actor Henry Irving are fascinating. All the discussion about converting from gas to electric lights and early technology for coloring the lights had me lapping like a puppy with chicken broth. For average reader, this is probably not entirely captivating. However, at the end of the book the authors have reproduced handwritten pages from Bram Stoker’s original notes. It is incredibly interesting. I fall hook, line and sinker for any opportunity to look into a successful author’s creative process. To see the development of one of the most influential novels ever written is incredible—to see what was edited out is too tantalizing to resist. So, like others drawn irresistibly to a vampire’s charisma, I find myself admitting my own addictions: reading, research, creative process, and all those entail.

“The Historian” Little, Brown and Co., 2005, Pgs. 720 By Elizabeth Kostova “Dracula the Un-Dead” Dutton Penguin, 2009, Pgs. 480 By Dacre Stoker and Ian Holt

“Why do you think vampire stories continue to fascinate people?” I mused aloud to Jock. “Is it the immortality angle, do you think?” We launched into an odd attempt at armchair psychology about the whys, wherefores and hows of the ever-evolving, ever-expanding, best-selling genre. Of course, Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” is the pinnacle of the genre. I remember buying a mass-market paperback from B. Daltons when I was 11 and reading it cover to cover. I was surprised it was a much more involved story than I expected. Both Elizabeth Kostova’s “The Historian” and Dacre Stocker and Ian Holts’ “Dracula the Un-Dead” surprised and captivated me in other ways. “The Historian” is a book lover’s book. Dracula and vampires are almost secondary to the story, as the research and the process of research is the real passion for the audience. Really, by the time they get around to actually killing the vampire, it is almost a story footnote. The narrator follows notes, letters and diaries from her parents and other sources, as she tries to unravel several mysteries: a mysterious vellum book that seems to have destroyed her father’s life;

her mother’s disappearance; her father’s travels; and her own identity. Not only do the letters and diaries describe research in phenomenal detail and at exquisite locales, but her own research process begins to take her across Europe on a journey designed to whet the appetite of bibliophiles. Yes, there are lots of vampire motifs and secret orders woven into the narrative—but it is also filled with descriptions of life behind the Iron Curtain in the 1970s: the struggles of scholars to obtain visas to travel, to get access to documents and resources, and even more so, to share their work with colleagues. Kostova traveled in Europe as a child and an adult; her recreation of those events is so

At its heart “Dracula the Un-Dead” is genre fiction that blends real historical figures with romance and tasty sips of horror. But it will not change the way folks see the Dracula legend—nor, frankly, will “The Historian.” But both take on the idea of the accepted and understood narrative and pull back the veil to look deeper and find answers for based on research for clearer understanding. They both might change the way some readers think about the power of story to convey meaning and to change lives. Perhaps that is what make vampires so eternally interesting: the idea of submitting to something or someone more powerful than yourself to be reborn invincible and irresistible. Perhaps.

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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON

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ANTIQUES AND TRADE MARKET

First Sat. of Apr., June, July, Aug., Sept. and Oct., 10am-4pm. Outdoor: $15, every 10x10. Indoor: $20. every 10x10. Make RSVP today. Food vendors welcome. American Legion Post 167, 16660 Hwy US 17, Hampstead. Download: www.ncalpost167.org.

SWING INTO SPRING MARKET

Apr. 21, 6pm: Leland Christian Academy’s 2nd Annual Swing in to Spring Vendor Market. There will be lots of vendors offering make-up and skin care, clothing, jewelry, kitchenware and more. Proceeds from the

event will go towards playground improvements at the school. We hope you can join us. First Baptist Church of Leland, 517 Village Rd NE STAR PARTY

Free at Carolina Beach State Park (1010 State Park Rd.). Join Cape Fear Museum, Carolina Beach State Park, and other community partners for an evening of stargazing and astronomy activities. Experience laser-guided constellation tours, planetarium shows, telescope viewings, and much more. Bring a flashlight! Rain or shine (check our webpage for weather and event updates). Free.

ARTISAN MARKET

Historic Downtown Marketplace (Marketplace) each Sunday, 10am-3:30pm through October in Riverfront Park. Local artists bring an amazing shopping experience to downtown Wilmington, right on the water in the heart of downtown with art, music, crafts and more. As the Marketplace continues to grow, it becomes an economic contributor to the downtown providing locals and tourist alike with a unique shopping option and a valuable downtown experience. Riverfront Park, 5 N. Water St.

YWCA TAKES A STAND AGAINST RACISM

Mon., April 24-Sun., April 30—Theme: Women of Color Leading Change. The national Stand Against Racism will unite our community in a bold demonstration that delivers a clear mes-

sage: we are on a mission to eliminate racism. Apr. 24, 6-8pm: CFCC Film screening of Anne Braden: Southern Patriot at Union Station; Apr. 26, 6-8pm: Youth Jam hosted by the BRC at Dreams Garage; Apr. 27, 6-8pm: YWCA Potluck for Peace “Women Leading Through Generations” hosted by St. James Parish; Apr. 28, 11am-2pm: Stand Against Racism & Festivalhosted by the YWCA; Apr. 29, 4:30-8:30pm: Live music, film screening & discussion of 13th documentary- hosted by Cucalorus at Jengos Playhouse; Apr. 30., 6:30-9:30pm: Soul Sessions Open Mic, hosted by Support the Port at Coastal Kicks. www.tinyurl.com/SARWeekILM.

charity/fundraisers WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT

The YWCA Lower Cape Fear is accepting nominations for the 32nd annual Women of Achievement Awards—a fundraiser to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of women and young leaders in our community. The event also raises key support for the YWCA’s programs and services which promote racial justice and gender equity for thousands of women, children and their families in southeastern NC. Awards held on Thurs., May 4, Wilmington Convention Center. Awards provide recognition for outstanding contributions and achievements of women active in Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover and Pender counties. Women nominated in: Arts, Business, Education, Environmental, Health and Wellness, Public Service, Social Justice, Rachel Freeman Unsung Hero, Volunteer and Young Leader. Three young leader award recipients will receive a $1,000 scholarship to continue their education after high school. ywca-lowercapefear.org.

ART GALA FUNDRAISER

Apr. 22, 6:30-8:30pm: Art lovers and collectors are sure to enjoy this relaxed and casual fundraiser for Helpers Of Our Farm (HOOF). The evening’s festivities will include a meet and greet with a few HOOF animals, gourmet farm charcuterie, a silent art auction, and live music. Wine and beer will be available for purchase, 100% of wine sales benefiting HOOF, thanks to JP Bourgeois for his kind donation of the wine. Come and meet new friends as we all enjoy the wonderful world of art and celebrate the connections HOOF brings within your community. Artist and volunteers for event needed! $30 entry. Greenlands Farm Store, 668 Midway Road SE, Bolivia. http://hoofnc.org/event/artgala-fundraiser.

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Thalian Association Community Theatre (TACT) is pleased to announce Divine Divas, a special two-night concert to benefit She Rocks (Research Ovarian Cancer Knowledge Support) and TACT. Divine Divas will be presented on the 2ndStreet Stage in the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center Friday, April 21, and Saturday, April 22, 7:30 pm. Feat. 12 well-known actresses from the local theatre community and performers from TACT Youth Theatre program performing iconic songs from the American Musical Theatre Songbook. Directed by Mike Thompson with music direction by Denice Hopper. $30: she-rocks.org or 910-251-1788. Silent auction will be offered at each performance with fabulous items including, restaurant and hotel packages, yacht parties, healthy & beauty packages and 2D and 3D artwork. Hannah Block Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd St. SALVATION ARMY WOMEN’S SPRING FLING

Apr. 22, 11am: 2017 Spring Fling annual fundraiser, silent auction, craft sale, luncheon. Entertainment by L Shape Lot Duo & the “Big Al Hall” Bluegrass Band, $20. All proceeds benefit The Salvation Army’s “Center of Hope.” 910-343-0620

PAWS FOR PEOPLE WALK/RUN

Apr. 23, 3pm: Official dog race presented by Pop Your Pup! paws4people is hosting their 9th annual 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Empie Park. Prizes will be awarded to the top runners and dog/runner teams in each age category. Race Day will also feature a puppy kissing

booth and raffle prizes. Register: https://its-gotime.com/p4p5k/. paws4people is a Wilmington based non-profit that places highly trained Assistance Dogs with children and veteran clients at NO COST! Come out and support a life-changing cause! Tax-deductible donations: www.paws4people.org/donate. $20 to walk; $30 to run. 3405 Park Ave. LAST TICKET STANDING

Back by popular demand, Cape Fear Literacy Council announces its 2nd Annual “Last Ticket Standing” Reverse Raffle. Join us and Master of Ceremony, Alan Perry, at the Grand Prize Drawing on Mon, Apr. 24, 6-8pm at Bill’s Front Porch Pub & Brewery, 4238 Market St. Ticket price includes a Carolina BBQ buffet dinner for two guests and additional dinner buffet tickets may be purchased at the door for $15 each. There will be a cash bar at the event. Bill’s Front Porch Pub & Brewery, 4238 Market St.

music/concerts WSO SYMPHONY

Award-winning guitarist Justin Hoke makes his WSO debut, Apr., 22, 7:30 p.m., at the Wilson Center. Cuban composer Leo Brouwer (known for scoring the film Like Water for Chocolate) has written prolifically for the guitar, and Justin Hoke makes his WSO debut playing Brouwer’s Concierto Elegiaco. Concert opens with Smetana’s most famous composition for orchestra, the tone poem The Moldau. The

Symphony rounds out the season with Dmitri Shostakovich’s sparkling music for the Soviet film “The Gadfly,” including “Romance” with its beautiful solo violin melody that is known to television audiences as the theme music for the PBS mini-series Reilly, Ace of Spies! www. justinhokeguitar.com. $25-$35 (plus CFCC fees and NC sales tax) for adults and $10 (plus CFCC fees and NC sales tax) for students. 910-362-7999. WilmingtonSymphony.org. ATLANTIC CHAMBER ENSEMBLE

Apr. 21, 7:30pm: Launching its inaugural season in 2011, the Atlantic Chamber Ensemble is a dynamic group of young professional musicians based in Richmond, Virginia who are members of the Richmond Symphony and faculty members at institutions such as Virginia Commonwealth University, the College of William and Mary, and the University of Richmond. Unique combination of strings, winds, and piano, they have the ability to program a variety of different styles of music and can include works seldom heard for their use of less traditional instrumentation. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St. www.acensemble.org

UNCW HIGH SEAS

Apr. 22, 7pm: Men’s a capella group is beyond excited to present their spring concert. Their repertoire will include arrangements of songs, such as ‘Keep Your Head Up’, ‘Silver Tongue’, ‘Let It Go,’ ‘Run to You,’ and more. Concert will bid farewell to four of their graduating seniors as they perform their senior songs from an array of artists such as Drake, John Legend, Rihanna, and even a popular Broadway musical. Guest performances by the UNCW Seabelles, the UNCW Seahawkapellas, and a guest group by the name of “Treble Action” coming all the way from Appalachian State University! Kenan Auditorium, UNCW, 601 S. College Rd. www. facebook.com/HighSeas.UNCW

ILM SYMPHONY CONCERT

Apr. 22, 7:30pm: Cuban composer Leo Brouwer (known for scoring the film Like Water for Chocolate) has written prolifically for the guitar, and Justin Hoke makes his WSO debut playing Brouwer’s Concierto Elegiaco. The Symphony rounds out the season with Dmitri Shostakovich’s sparkling music for the Soviet film The Gadfly, including “Romance” with its beautiful solo violin melody that is known to TV audiences as the theme music for the PBS mini-series Reilly, Ace of Spies! Student: $10 Section B: $25. Section A: $35 plus CFCC fees and NC sales tax. CFCC Humanities and Fine Arts Cen-

ter, 701 N. Third St. BROTHER SUN CONCERT

Apr. 22, 7:30pm: Folk trio Brother Sun returns to the UU Congregation of Wilmington. These tremendously talented musicians joined forces in 2009 and have produced three wellreceived CD’s in that short time. Their last two CD’s “Some Part of the Truth” and “Weights and Wings” each garnered the title of #1 on the Folk American DJ Charts as Album of the Year for 2013 and 2016, respectively. Greg Greenway, Joe Jencks and Pat Wictor blend their individual styles together to seamlessly create the unique experience of Brother Sun. Their combined musical skills make for an unforgettable experience - three rich voices blending on a well-crafted foundation of guitar, slide guitar, piano, ukulele, and bouzouki. Their performances are marked by outstanding original songs, ethereal harmonies, off-the-cuff humor, and standing ovations. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave.

JASPER QUARTET

Apr. 23, 3pm: Master communicators, the award-winning Jasper String Quartet received Chamber Music America’s (CMA) prestigious Cleveland Quartet Award in 2012 and special funding from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and the CMA Endowment Fund to commission and premiere a new work from American composer Aaron Jay Kernis. The Jasper’s Wilmington performance closes the season with Schubert’s monumental String Quartet No. 14 “Death and the Maiden,” Kernis’s stunningly beautiful Meditation from Quartet No. 1 “Musica Celestis,” and Mozart’s D Major Quartet K. 575. UNCW Beckwith Recital Hall, 5270 Randall Dr.

SEAFOOD, BLUES, JAZZ FESTIVAL

Apr. 23, 10am: Featuring Johhny Lang and Samantha Fish as headliners. Also featuring local and regional acts. $50 adv or $60 day of. 12 and under, free. Also music, food and crafts on site, on the scenic Cape Fear River at the Fort Fisher Military Recreational Area in Kure Beach. Kidz Zone for families.118 River Front Dr. Tickets: 910-458-8434.

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hour prior. T ickets $18-$42. Show-only ticket (no dinner): $18-$24. “Killer Diller” is the story of Wesley, a young man finishing up his time in a halfway house, who falls for a young woman, Phoebe, who is working her way through a weight loss program adjacent to his work release program. Meanwhile, Wesley and his college-sponsored gospel group try to figure out how they can make it as a blues band. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. THE COMEDY OF ERRORS

production is produced by and stars local theatrical performers Heather Setzler and Jason Aycock. The couple presents this production as a celebration of their 5th wedding anniversary. The show features a 6-piece orchestra led by musical director Chiaki Ito with lights and set by Cole Marquis and Gary Ralph Smith. For those unfamiliar with the show, it uses a form of storytelling in which Cathy’s story is told in reverse chronological order (beginning the show at the end of the marriage), and Jamie’s is told in chronological order (starting just after the couple has first met). Tickets can be purchased at thalianhall. org or by calling (910) 632-2285. Ruth and Bucky Stein Studio Theatre at Thalian Hall, 301 Chestnut St.

Through Apr. 29, 7:30pm, Thurs-Sat, or 3pm, Sun. Dram Tree Shakespeare presents “The Comedy of Errors” by William Shakespeare, directed by Kathryn C. MacMillan and produced by Don Baker. Tells the story of two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated at birth. Antipholus of Syracuse and PAGE TO STAGE his servant Dromio arrive in the town of EpheApr. 20, 6:30pm: This month Page to Stage sus, which turns out to be the home of their explores the appropriate April theme “Fool’s twin brothers, a master and servant who are Paradise”. Prolific, comedic playwright, Susan also called Antipholus and Dromio. A wild ride Steadnman, brings her witty (with a possible of comedy and mistaken identity ensues when twist) viewpoint as “GPS Therapy” is read. Lothe visiting folk of Syracuse are mistaken by cal actor/playwright Joshua Drew presents the creditors, rulers, and, most dangerous of his short play, “Three Guys Walk Into A Bar”. all, the wives of their long-lost twins! Dreams And actress Wesleigh Neville has written the of Wilmington, DREAMS Garage, 910 Fanning reflective and evocative, “Erica.” An informal St., 800-838-3006/ 910-726-3545 or dramtreeevening with much tomfoolery to enjoy! www. shakespeare.org. 910-726-3545. $25 GA (see facebook.com/pagetostageunlimited?_rdr=p. discounts below). Apr. 13 only, $10 for film/ Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St. theatre pros. Discounts available for seniors, military, students and student groups.

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KING KIRBY

Pineapple-Shaped Lamps presents the NC JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL premiere of “King Kirby” by Crystal Skillman April 23, 3pm (Erev Yom HaShoah— and Fred Van Lente. From “Captain America” Holocaust Memorial Day begins at to “Silver Surfer,” no name demands more resundown) Buffet reception follows spect to comic fans than the legendary artist film. “Denial” (2016, USA, 110 min), a drama and storyteller, Jack Kirby. Explore his humble starring Rachel Weisz, Director: Mick Jackbeginnings in a New York Street Gang, and son. The true story of the legal battle waged find out how he became the “King of Comics” in London by an American professor against and changed the face of pop-culture, forever. a Holocaust-denier. The case became a trial Through Apr. 30, Red Barn Studio Theater, of the reality of the Holocaust itself.• Apr. 1122 S. Third St. 8pm, Fri-Sat, and 3pm, Sun. 24, 7pm: “Flory’s Falme” (2014, USA, 58 min. $18-$20. Thalian.org. Documentary director: Curt Fissel). A legendary 90-year-old musician and Sephardic THE LAST FIVE YEARS National Heritage Fellow, shares her powerThrough Apr. 23 7:30pm or 4pm on Sun.: “The ful and inspiring life story. Also, “A Heartbeat Last Five Years” is the award-winning musiAway” (2016, Israel, Hebrew, Swahili, with cal by Jason Robert Brown made famous English subtitles, 55 min. Documentary direcoff-Broadway and in the 2015 movie starring tor: Tal Barda). An Israeli pediatric cardioloAnna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan. The story gist travels to Tanzania to perform life-saving explores a five-year relationship between a operations in this riveting documentary about rising novelist and a struggling actress. This science, faith and tikkun olam. • Apr. 25, “24

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Days” (2014 France, French with English subtitles, 110 min., Drama director: Alexandres Arcady). True story of the 2006 kidnapping of the son of an observant Jewish family in Paris. The film depicts the harrowing 24 days which follows with ransom demands and threats from the kidnappers. The film is an important and chilling (or use the word timely) commentary on growing anti-Semitism in France and in our contemporary world. Adult Content. All films and tickets/passes: wilmingtonjewishfilmfestival.org. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, 310 Chestnut St.

WHAM BAM GLITTER SHOW

Apr. 21, 9:30pm: Burlesque collective featuring Porcelain, Evelyn DeVere, Tiger Bay, and Fancy Feast will be touring performance venues in North and South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama. Performers draw on their different talents and backgrounds, which informs the feeling of the show. Porcelain hails from Seattle, where she works as a model, and draws in crowds with her dreamy, sensual routines. Charleston’s Evelyn DeVere dazzles with her classic, elegant striptease and her expertly made one-of-a-kind costume pieces. Tiger Bay and Fancy Feast are both New York based performers, where they are consecutive winners of the title Miss Coney Island, a distinction rewarded to luminaries of the downtown performance art scene. Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

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Evening of contemporary American country dancing—done to live music by Box of Choco-

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APR. 23: JEWISH FILM FEST Nine days of films centered on Jewish culture and religion will take place at the fourth annual Jewish Film Festival, which kicks off on Holocaust Memorial Day, April 23, 3 p.m. at Thalian Hall. “Denial” is a drama about the real life legal drama that took place between an American professor and a Holocaust denier. The movie stars Rachel Weisz and is directed by Mick Jackson. Tickets are on sale now at www.wilmingtonjff.org. A buffet reception follows the screening.

lates 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. TRISHA BROWN DANCE COMPANY

Apr. 20-21, 7pm: The Trisha Brown Dance Company will perform In Plain Site a site specific series of performances in and around the Wilson Center. Focusing on line and the architectural qualities of movement, Trisha Brown Dance Company, a leader in post modern dance, will expand audience minds about what dance is and how we relate to it. www.capefearstage.com. CFCC Humanities and Fine Arts Center, 701 N. Third St.

LISTEN LIVE

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 CLUB

Comedy Open Mic every Thurs, 7pm. • Apr. 21-22, 7pm/9:30pm: James Hodge blends hilarious social commentary with musings about his life as a father and husband. He regularly tours with comedy legend Dave Chappelle and has been featured multiple times on World Star and over 8 million video views on Facebook. He has opened for many great comics, like Marc Maron, David Koechner, Barry Crimmins, and Bobcat Goldthwait. Dead Crow Comedy Rm, 265 N. Front St. www.deadcrowcomedy.com.

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COMEDY IN HELL

Apr. 19, 9pm: Join us for a night of laughs! Headlining for Comedy Night is Tyrone Davis, Tyrone has entertained audiences all over the Country. His high energy and “Take No Prisoners” attitude has made him a Standout among the Stand-ups. Hell’s Kitchen-Wilmington, NC, 118 Princess St.

APR22 THIS ISN’T FUNNY

Apr. 22, 8:30pm: Refugee benefit featuring some of Wilmington’s funniest comics including Mike Santo, Bridget Callahan, John Gray, Wills Maxwell Jr., Steve Marcinowski, Brian Piccolo, John Felts and Cliff Cash. Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess St.

art FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT

Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, Wilmington’s premier after-hours celebration of art and culture, 6-9pm, fourth Friday of ea. month. Features art openings, artist demonstrations, entertainment and refreshments. Administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County, numerous venues participate. Full list: artscouncilofwilmington.org

MEET LOCAL ARTISTS

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

APR. 21-22: GEM SHOW

Spectrum Jewelry is hosting a gem show this weekend with renowned gemologist David Artinian. Of Artinian Gems, David will showcase beautiful gemstones sourced from around the world. Artinian works in Fair Trade gems and with miners whose process is environmentally sustainable. A welcome reception takes place Friday evening and a trunk show takes place all day Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Forum, 1125 Military Cutoff Rd., suite H. theArtWorks, 200 Willard St. ORANGE ST. ARTSFEST ARTISTS NEEDED

Thalian Association Community Theatre is seeking artists for the 22nd Orange Street ArtsFest, Memorial Day weekend, May 27, 10am-6pm, and Sun., May 28, 10am-5pm. Celebrated street fair will return to Orange St. next to the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, with some artists inside the building. The popular juried festival is the largest springtime arts festival in downtown Wilmington and will feature over 80 artists from NC and surrounding states, with local entertainment and refreshments. Applicants must submit a color photo of original work in acrylic, oils, watercolor, sculpture, drawing, graphics, wearable arts, leather jewelry, clay, glass, fiber, metal work or mixed media. Photographically or commercially reproduced work is also acceptable in limited editions, signed and numbered by the artist. An early bird entry fee of $135 will be offered until Apr. 28 and artists will be eligible for awards and $550 in prize money. www.wilmingtoncommunityarts. org. Samantha Herrick, slherrick@thalian.org.

GRAPHICALLY SPEAKING

Exhibition of art by Bob Bryden, at Flytrap Brewing. Working with a variety of drawing and printmaking processes Bob overlays simple elements and patterns to create complex visual structures and translucent color fields. His work contains hidden images, undulating surfaces, and conflicting perspectives. His luminous abstract images animate the surface inviting the viewer to perceive and enjoy basic visual relationships in unique ways. Kickoff Bryden’s solo exhibition on March 9th while instrumental jazz musician Sean Howard and 2 Bros Coastal Cuisine dish out tunes and local street food. Bryden’s work will be on display through April 30. Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

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A SHOW OF HANDS

Hands say as much about a person as a face does, as a body type does, as a personality does. Do you agree? Come check out Anna Mann’s first photography show. The theme is, well, hands. These black and white portraits show a wide range of personalities from all around the Port City. A Tasting Room, 19 S. 2nd St.

BELLAMY MANSION ART

Now on display: Then and Now at the Bellamy Mansion. Open to all artists 18 years of age and older. Artists may submit original 2-D

and 3-D work. 70 percent of the proceeds of the sale will go to the artist, with 30 percent donated to the Bellamy Mansion. There is a non-refundable entry fee of $20 for nonstudents and $10 for part-time or full-time students of an accredited school. More information and applications can be found. Show runs through May 26, with closing party on May 26th from 5:30-7:30pm. 503 Market St. www.bellamymansion.org. GEM SHOW

Apr. 21, 6pm-8pm (welcome reception), and 22, 10am-6pm (show): The “Gem Hunter” returns to Spectrum Fine Jewelry with gorgeous gems from around the world. David Artinian of Artinian Gems will present another amazing showing of exceptional gemstones sourced from around the world and cut to perfection in their exclusive studio in Thailand. His gems emphasize environmental sustainability and “Fair Trade” gems. Their network of trusted local artisanal miners and gem exporters mean they stay close to the source. The Forum, 1125 Military Cutoff Rd., Suite H. www.SpectrumArtAndJewelry.com SIBS OPENING RECEPTION

Join us for an opening reception on Friday, April 21, 6-9pm, for brother and sister artists Michael Van Hout (wire sculpture, wood blocks, and mixed media) and Brooks Koff (mosaic stained glass). Enjoy the originality and movement of this exquisite art. Art in Bloom Gallery, 210 Princess St. Refreshments will be served. http://aibgallery.com.

RUTH AVA LYONS

New exhibition “Oceanic Alchemies” can be seen at Expo 216 from now through the end of our Ocean Plastic exposition (July 31). Lyons took the original photographic images of a degraded coral reef at the Great Barrier Reef/ Australia, where she was an Artist in Residence at Heron Island Research Station. She then put color back into the images digitally and applied mixed media, which symbolically resuscitated the coral to its original, vibrant state. Expo 216, 216 N Front St.

museums/education CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Beyond the Horizon: Exploring our evolving perceptions of the natural world, contemporary artists Maya Lin, Teresita Fernández, Jason Mitcham, and Colby Parsons employ unique mediums to unearth human interaction with the landscape. The four nationally and internationally renowned artists in Beyond the Horizon all aim to explore natural phenomena while challenging perception in the viewer. Lin’s artwork interprets the world through a modern lens, using technological methods to visualize and convey the natural environment; Fernández work delves into the psychology of looking and she is often inspired by rethinking the meaning of landscape and place; Mitcham’s work with animation began with his desire to incorporate time into a painting; Parsons’ work explores the distortion and textual qualities of video projection in intersection with clay. • “From the Fire” (on view through Aug. 27) feat. Rick Beck,

John Littleton, Pablo Soto and Kate Vogel celebrates the 55th anniversary of the studio glass movement, the influence of Littleton and the current innovative processes in contemporary glass. • Landscapes From the Collection: Our relationship to the land has inspired artists for centuries. Ranging from 1855 to 2002 the fourteen artworks from CAM’s permanent collection in Landscapes from the collection illustrate the varied styles and lasting influence of nature within the fabric of our shared cultural landscape. On view in conjunction with Beyond the Horizon, this exhibition features the artwork of John Beerman, Elliott Daingerfield, Francis Speight, Richard Stenhouse, Anthony Thieme and William Aiken Walker. Also on view is contemporary work on loan from San Francisco artist Daniel Kilpatrick.• CAM Café open and serving delicious menu with full bar, 5pm-9pm. Tues.-Sun., 11am-2pm; Thurs. nights, 5pm9pm 910-395-5999. www.cameronartmuseum. org. 3201 S. 17th St. WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM

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

STARRING CAPE FEAR

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

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM

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

Market St. DISCOVERY LAB

Apr. 23, 2:30pm: Free for members or with general admission. Investigate, experiment, and explore! In the Discovery Lab, the whole family can drop-in for fun, quick experiments and hands-on investigations. Themes vary. Ideal for ages 5 and up. Adult participation is required. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

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 UNCW AND THE ART OF SCIENCE Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Apr. 28, 6pm-9pm: Ocean advocate, artist, 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 On the 22 at 9 a.m. the Children’s Museum of else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday Wilmington will host Dino Day for kids. The event in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); will allow exploration of the Earth’s past, as parwinter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange ticipants can make a dinosaur bone, dig through St., across from the Historic Downtown fossil pits, and create other dino-centric crafts. It’s Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669. capefearserpart of the NC Science Festival, too! Free for mempentarium.com. bers of $8.75-$9.75 for nonmembers. Museum is

APR. 22: DINO DAY

BELLAMY MANSION

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

located at 116 Orange St.

Annual Art Gala: Plastic to Art on the Main Floor. A silent auction will begin at 6pm, awards at 7:30pm! Live music will be provided by Colin Schmidt and Cameron Tinkleberg. They will perform as a piano and upright bass duo showcasing a wide variety of jazzinfluenced music. Expo 216, 216 N Front St.

kids stuff DINO DAY

Apr. 22, 9am: Dino Day is all about hands-on exploration of Earth’s amazing past! Make your own dinosaur bone, dig through fossil pits, and create all different types of dinosaur crafts! This event is one for the books! This is our official NC Science Festival Event! For more information about the NC Science Festival (first of it’s kind). www. ncsciencefestival.org/about-us/mission. Free for members; $9.75 per adult/child $8.75 per senior/military. No groupons or coupons are accepted during this event. www.facebook. com/events/248040688962311. Children’s Museum of Wilmington, 116 Orange St. SUPER SATURDAY FUN TIME

and filmmaker, Bonnie Monteleone, will be presenting The Art of Science on the second floor. She, along with some of her students from UNCW, will be sharing their research pertaining to ocean pollution. UNCW Plastic Ocean Project (POP) will be hosting its 2nd

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, 3pm, 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

BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE

18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd/Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. 910-762-0570. www.burgwinwrighthouse.com.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Explore railroad history and heritage, espeWed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Scicially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered ence, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and acStoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, tivities for all ages, including historical exhibits, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adfull-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively ventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. books at our museum to be used for a good House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection facilities are fully accessible and on one level. locations to help promote literacy, find a good By reservation, discounted group tours, cause for used books, and benefit nonprofits. boose birthday parties, and after-hours meetwww.playwilmington.org. 116 Orange St. 910ings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mon. at 254-3534. 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to FAMILY FUN DAY entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 Apr. 23, 1pm: Join us at the Bellamy Mansion senior/military, $5 child, ages 2-12, and free for pony rides, face painting, caricature drawunder age 2. 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634. www. ings, storytelling, live music, parrots, balloon wrrm.org. animals, game and more! Sponsored by Fuzzy LATIMER HOUSE Peach, Monkey Junction Self-Storage, WilmVictorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the ington Parent, and Sam’s Hot Dogs. This is a restored home features period furnishings, artfree event! Rain date is April 30th. www.belwork and family portraits. Tours offered Monlamymansion.org/upcoming-events.htmL. 503 Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours

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MOnday april 24th: anne braden: southern patriot film screening 7 pm - 9 pm CFCC Union Station hosted by: SURJ Wilmington CFCC Feminist Alliance Working Films

thursday april 27th: potluck for peace 6 pm - 8 pm St. James Parish hosted by: St. James Parish

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sunday april 30th: soul sessions open mic 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Coastal Kicks hosted by: Support the Port & Soul Society

tuesday april 25th: solidarity tuesday all day wear ORANGE to show your support for the stand against racism hosted by: YWCA

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“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. Custom birthday packages with a chance to interact with characters and step onstage in the action. 2017: Summer Show, Jun. 24; Back to School Show, Aug. 19; Halloween, Oct. 28; Christmas, Dec. 16. 19 S. 10th St. SATURDAY STORY HOUR

Miss Shannon will lead interactive story hours for kids ages 3 to 6 on the first and third Saturdays of March, April, and May at the Main Library in downtown Wilmington. Saturday Story Hour is free and no pre-registration is needed. Opens with a picture book and end with a project or activity at the end, and include time to play, learn, and laugh in between. Each child should bring a participating adult. Shannon Vaughn: 910-798-6303 or svaughn@nhcgov.com. 201 Chestnut St.

STORY EXPLORERS

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

#standagainstracisM FRENCH PLAYGROUP

Thurs., 10am: Chantez! Jouez! Rencontrez #sarweekilM des nouveaux amis! Sing, play, and meet new friends at French Playgroup at the main library! Informal hour where young kids and parents/caregivers can hear and try out some French words. Free and no advance registration is needed. Main Library Children’s Room at 910-798-6303 or sdemarco@nhcgov.com. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

LEGO CHALLENGE

NHC Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 S. College Rd. Maureen Weinman, mweinman@nhcgov. com, 910-798-6393. Lego Challenge at Myrtle Grove Library is a fun way for kids to practice problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, visualizing three dimensional structures, communication, and motor skills! Participating children may work alone or in groups. Legos are scheduled on the third Tuesday of each month at New Hanover County’s Myrtle Grove Library. The sessions are free for kids ages 5 to 10. Space limited, so prereg: www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6393. 5155 S. College Rd.

LITTLE EXPLORERS: THE DEEP BLUE

Apr. 21, 10am: Explore the world around us with hands-on activities, experiments and fun in Museum Park! Enjoy interactive story time, exploration stations and play related to a weekly theme. In event of inclement weather, program moved inside. Perfect for children ages 3 to 6 and their adult helpers. Adult participation is required. Little Explorers is sponsored by the PNC Foundation. Free. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

SOUND ADVENTURES

Apr. 21, 4pm: Kids age 4 to 7 are invited to exercise their bodies and their imaginations at this half hour-long creative play session with Mr. Scooter at Myrtle Grove Library. Free but space is limited. www.nhclibrary.org. Scooter Hayes, 910-798-6393.

JUST PLAY IT

Apr. 21, 6:30pm: For ages 7-13, the free event will include soccer, rugby, lacrosse, tennise, ultimate frisbees, and basketball. Pre-reg. rqd. Parents must drop off kids at Maides Park. Refreshments provided, t-shirts given to participants while supplies last. Maides Park, 1101 Manly St.

outdoors/recreation HEALTHY KIDS DAY

Apr. 29, 9:30am-1pm: Sunny 103.7 Family Fun Run starts at 9:30am. Sports stations, bouncy houses face-painting, community booths, and entertainment and music. Empie Park, 3405 Park Ave.

SEE LELAND AGAIN

Apr. 20, 10am: It was so popular the first time we just had to bring it back! Join us for Sea Leland where we cruise the main North West branch of the river up to the Navassa bridge then down to the Brunswick river. Narration will showcase the history and lore of the area, including the wildlife. Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St.

BLACKWATER ADVENTURE CRUISE

Two-hour cruise up the Northeast Cape Fear River, still largely unchanged and underpopulated as it was when Wilmington was colonized in the late 1600’s. Cruising through the Castle Hayne Aquifer and by the Bluffs of the Rose Hill Plantation. This is a narrated cruise based of the history and ecology of the area. 910338-3134. Wilmington Water Tours LLC, 212 S. Water St.

MASONBORO 1-HOUR CRUISE

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

RIVER TO SEA BIKE RIDE

Sat., April 22: Two starting locations offered this year! Option 1—Confident Riders: 20 miles (round-trip), estimated ride time 2 hrs, 45 minutes; meet at 12 N. Front Street in downtown Wilmington; and registration starts at 7:15, group will depart promptly at 8am. • Option 2—Inexperienced riders, families, children, 13 miles (round-trip), estimated ride time 2 hours, meet at Empie Park, 3405 Park Ave., and registration starts at 7:30 am, group will depart at 8:15am and join the Option 1 riders as they pass Empie Park. Casual-paced bicycle ride from downtown Wilmington to Wrightsville Beach on Wilmington’s River to Sea Bicycle Route - Bike Route #1. All riders welcome. No charge. Helmets required. Police support along the way. Limited transportation option for returning to downtown Wilmington. Refreshments and T-shirt sales at WB Park. Pre-register: http://ncsite.org/events/17r2sride. T-shirts will be sold on the day of the event for $10, cash or check. Preferred t-shirt sizes can not be guaranteed. 12 N. Front St.

FLYTRAP FROLIC

Apr. 22, 9am: Free community education event

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featuring native carnivorous plants that thrive in southeastern NC. Activities include: a plant identification scavenger hunt, flytrap-themed crafts, feely-box exploration, live reptile and bird demos. Participants will have a chance to tour the garden and learn about the special wetlands that are home to these amazing, native carnivorous plants. Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden, 3800 Canterbury

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ART CLASSES

Collage and Mixed Media, Mon., 10am-noon or 2pm-4pm; Paint From a Photo, Tues. 10amnnon or 2pm-4pm; Watercolor, Wed., 10amnoon or 2pm-4pm; Drawing, 10am-noon, 2pm4pm or Sat., 10am-noon; Pen and Ink Drawing, Fri., 10am-noon or 2pm-4pm. All classes: $100/4 classes. loislight@bellsouth.net or call 910 547-8115. Sun Room Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure. free-online-art-classes.com

HEART HEALTHY NUTRITION SEMINAR

Four-class nutrition seminar series is a part of the YMCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s evidence-based Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program. Ea. 1-hour seminar covers important nutrition topics that impact heart health. These seminars are a part of the Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program but are open to the public and free of charge. Seminar 4: (April 12th, 12pm-1pm): Heart Healthy Eating for Life. www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org. Express YMCA, 11 S. Kerr Ave.

PAPERMAKING CLASSES

Wed., 6pm: Adults explore different papermaking techniques so you can make each sheet of paper unique. All materials included, but we encourage bringing in some of your own materials that you can include into your paperâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;such as flat mementos and plants. See samples on our Facebook and website. â&#x20AC;˘ Adult and children classes held on Sat., 2pm. Sign up: www.alunaworks. com. Aluna Works, 603 Castle St. Fri., 6pm: River to Sea Gallery hosts a Cape Fear Paint & Wine class taught by exhibiting gallery artist Rebecca Duffy Bush. Classes are $40/person. Class will be held 6-8pm. Includes two glasses of wine or beer, a gorgeous view and a finished painting for you to take home. Space is limited and reservations are required. 910.763.3380 to reserve your seat today. www.capefearpaintandwine.weebly.com, $40 with 2 drinks, $35 without. River to Sea Gallery, 224 S Water St., Ste 1A

ness and peace. Only through the heart can we experience joy, happiness, peace and calm. Join us for this deeply moving meditation and smile for your heart. Pay what you can at the door. HARMONY: A Wellness Center & Yoga, 3504 N. Kerr Ave.

Looking to change your diet and learn a little about healthy cooking in the process? Head to Greenlands Farm on April 29, 3 p.m., for their healthy cooking class. The instructor will show how to incorporate healthy veggies from the farm. Cost is $20 and comes with one glass of wine. As well, space is limited, so folks interested will need to register on their website, http://greenlandsfarm.org.

METAL WORK AND JEWELRY CLASSES

Metal and wire work jewelry classes held every Tues., 10am-noon at the Hannah Block Community Arts Center at 2nd and Orange streets. $30/2 hour class (includes all supplies and tools for use in class). Pre-reg: Karen Keffer Pridemore, takeyourpickdesigns@yahoo.com.

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Apr. 28, 8:30am-4:30pm: One-day intro to subtle yoga allows participants to gain skills to inform and motivate through practices to help reduce depression and anxiety. Ticketed event at Expo 216, 216 N. Front St.expo216.com

HEALTHY COOKING CLASS

Apr. 29, 3-4:30pm: Come learn how easy healthy cooking can be from one of our farm chefs as she cooks and gives you tips you can use at home in your own kitchen. Sample from the great dish she cooks and see how she incorporates ingredients from our farm every week for our farm menu. Bring a friend and relax with a glass of wine (1 glass included)! Bottles of wine for purchase in the farm store. Must be 21 and older to consume alcohol. Space is limited, reservations suggested. Book is available for purchase. $20. Greenlands Farm Store, 668 Midway Road SE, Bolivia. http://greenlandsfarm.org.

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Apr. 19, 3pm: Ready to take your Facebook knowledge to the next level? At this free session, reference librarian Annice Sevett will cover adjusting account settings, managing your news feed, tagging, and everything you need to know about photos on Facebook. Participants should have a basic knowledge of Facebook, and bring their usernames and passwords so that they can log into their Facebook pages

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at the beginning of class. There will be time for questions at the end. Free but space is limited. www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6371 for a reservation. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. SELF-HYNOSIS WORKSHOP

Apr. 22, 11am: A great deal of stress is to be managed in today’s world. Self-hypnosis is wonderful for de-stressing and restoring a healthy energy flow to your body. Through self hypnosis, you can discover the incredible power of your subconscious beliefs; and you will be able to change them at will to push yourself in the direction of your highest goals and success. Donation: Pay what you can at the door. HARMONY: A Wellness Center & Yoga, 3504 North Kerr Ave.

FOUR SEASONS OF SOUTHERN GARDEN

Apr. 22-23, 2pm: Master Gardener Jon Wooten planned this session especially for gardeners who are new to the Cape Fear area. Soil sampling is key! You’ll also learn about garden bed preparation, plant selections, and cultural practices that work well in our coastal conditions. The program is free and no registration is needed. At the final session of “The Four Seasons of the Southern Garden,” Master Gardener Jon Wooten 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 organizations offer an abundance of free info and resources for gardeners. http://

arboretum.nhcgov.com. Jay Pinson, Northeast Library, 910-798-6360. jpinson@nhcgov. com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. INTERMEDIATE FACEBOOK

Apr. 19, 3pm: Ready to take your Facebook knowledge to the next level? At this free session, Annice Sevett will cover adjusting account settings, managing your news feed, tagging, and everything you need to know about photos on Facebook. Participants should have a basic knowledge of Facebook, and bring their usernames and passwords so that they can log into their Facebook pages at the beginning of class. There will be time for questions at the end. Free but space is limited, so register on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org. 910-798-6371. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

HARBOR CRUISE

Weds, 3pm: Set sail on the Shamrock for a cruise around Wrightsville Beach’s Harbor Island - the island which separates the barrier island of the beach proper from the mainland. Locations of historical, ecological and cultural note will be featured. Learn what year the first buildings on Wrightsville Beach were built. Additionally, you will learn about the different types of marsh grasses, shorebirds, and fish we have teeming in the water surrounding the beach. Reservation rqd. $15-$25. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

CF PAINT AND WINE CLASS

Apr. 19, 6pm: River to Sea Gallery hosts a

Cape Fear Paint & Wine class taught by exhibiting gallery artist Rebecca Duffy Bush. Classes are $40 per person. Class will be held 6:00-8:00. Includes two glasses of wine or beer, a gorgeous view and a finished painting for you to take home. Space is limited and reservations are required. Message or call 910.763.3380 to reserve your seat today. 224 S Water Street, Suite 1A RESILIENCE/PREVENTION OF CHILD ABUSE

Apr. 20, 6pm: The Tri-County Community Collaborative for Children, Youth, and Families would like to disrupt the cycles of violence, addiction, and disease by providing information about prevention of child abuse and neglect. Please join us for a free viewing of the movie Resilience: The Biology of Stress and The Science of Hope and a panel discussion by experts on this topic. Snipes Elementary, 2150 Chestnut St.

LEARN TO CURL

Apr. 22, 4:30pm: Come try the fastest growing sport in America! Coastal Carolina Curling Club is hosting a Learn-to-Curl Beginner’s instruction session. Email info@coastalcurling.com to reserve space. Arrive early to allow time for check-in and to attend our brief off-ice session. $30 per person for the Learnto-Curl. Participants will be provided with a free voucher to return for a 2nd open curling session. Welcome everyone to join us to learn how to curl. Relatively new clean sneakers or tennis shoes and warm comfortable clothes are what you need to wear. Beginners start with a half-hour off-ice session in which we go

over the basics of curling: safety, terminology, delivery and more. Small group instruction on sweeping, delivery, release and finish by curling a couple ends. Wilmington Ice House, 7201 Ogden Business Ln. CAPE FEAR YOGA

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

SMARTPHONE AND TABLET BASICS

Apr. 25, 1pm: Are you mystified by your smartphone or tablet? Bring it to class with Reference Librarian Annice Sevett at Pleasure Island Library. Whether you’ve got an Apple or an Android, you’ll learn about the parts of your device, how to set notifications, and what some of the pre-loaded apps can do for you. To be sure of a seat at this free workshop, please register on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org. Make sure you bring your electronic device and any power cords you may need. Annice Sevett at 910-798-6371 or asevett@nhcgov.com. NHC Pleasure Island Library, 1401 N. Lake Blvd.

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gin the Conversation clinics from 10-11 a.m. the third Fri. of ea. mo., Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. Free, 18 and older, will provide attendees information and resources to think about and plan for future healthcare decisions. Attendees will receive specific strategies for initiating conversations that can significantly reduce family stress and improve quality of care. Advance directives supplied so healthcare instructions can be legally documented. Jason: 910-796-7943 or jason.clamme@lcfh.org. WWII IN ILM

Apr. 28, 10am: The Friends of the Leland Library will sponsor a presentation on World War II in Wilmington and Southeastern North Carolina by Wilbur Jones Jr. Mr. Jones is an awardwinning author and military historian..He writes, lectures and consults on World War II, military and defense issues, spearheads N.C. WWII history preservation accomplishments, and leads WWII battlefield tours to Europe and the Mediterranean, and in Southeastern N.C. Leland Library Meeting Room. $10/person and proceeds benefit the Leland Library. 910-371-9442.

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READING WITH DUNCAN MURRELL

Thursday, April 20, 7pm: A journalist, and teacher from NC—contributing editor at Harper’s Magazine and The Normal School at Duke University—is the writer in residence at The Center for Documentary Studies. His work has also appeared in Poets & Writers, The Oxford American, Southern Cultures, and many other publications. Murrell has written about termites, vultures, and hogs; he’s written profiles of national politicians and old tobacco magnates; and he’s written extensively on the economics and social life of small towns. He will speak at UNCW, KE 1111. 601 S. College Rd.

MIND TRAVELER’S READING FESTIVAL

Apr. 22, 8am: The MLK Center will host a Mind Travelers Reading Festival with music, games, art, and giveaways. Free food! Featuring stories, like “Snipes Dribblers,” “Mary Poppins,” and more! MLK Center, 401 S. 8th St.

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Athenian Press & Workshops Presents Poetry As Protest Fundraiser: A Workshop with Kelly Rae Williams, Apr. 23, 12:30-2:30pm. Awardwinning slam poet Kelly Rae Williams brings her experience as a master word-slayer and social activist for an exclusive workshop during the local Couplet Poetry Festival at Old Books on Front Street. Workshop will include a short lecture and lessons by Kelly Rae aimed to teach poets of all levels how to use their words to evoke change. $15, includes refreshments. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2933011. Other events taking place throughout the weekend: www.oldbooksonfrontst.com. Old

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Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St. POP UP LIBRARY

Library’s outreach team will stage a Pop Up Library in the Northern Regional Park in Castle Hayne on two Mondays each in April, May, and June. They’ll bring along a selection of popular books for readers of all ages to borrow, and offer assistance with borrowing eBooks to read on mobile devices and other online library services. Library card registration will be offered at each Pop-Up Library. Adults over age 18 can get free cards for themselves and their minor children by showing a photo ID and proof of residency in New Hanover County. A highlight of the April 24 Pop-Up Library will be a newspaper planting pot activity for young kids during the 10:30am storytime. Susan DeMarco at 910-798-6353 or sdemarco@nhcgov.com. Northern Regional Park, 4700 Old Ave.

clubs/notices FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC

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

for event reg. Free play, $6 entry fee first FNM Free. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D. BIRTH CIRCLE

Every 3rd Sat. come for our Birth Circle, something always different every month. Check out our website for more details of what we have in store this month & exact time of each event! thebumpandbeyond.com. Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.

CHRISTIAN MYSTICISM

We explore God using the methods and guidance of Moses, Jesus, the prophets and a rich sampling of delightful saints including Theresa of Avila, Meister Eckhart and Thomas Aquinas. We will meet twice a month for fellowship, poetry, instruction in spiritual practices, group meditations and playful spiritual fun. First and third Sundays of each month, 2pm. Parking

APR. 24: POP UP LIBRARY Two Mondays in April and May, the Northern Regional Park (4700 Old Ave.) in Castle Hayne will transform into a pop-up libary. Don’t miss the April 24 one, wherein folks can sign up for a library card for free (18 and over), as well as learning about eBooks available at the library and other services offered. During this Monday event, kids can participate in a newspaper planting pot activity at 10:30 a.m. during storytime.

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Apr. 21, 9am: Offering an extensive collection of color in blooming perennials and flowering shrubs for Coastal Carolina gardens. Choose from Salvias, Daisies, Lenten Roses, Bougainvillea, Azaleas and blooms galore. Building N. Also visit our Brunswick County Botanical Garden while you’re at the Spring Plant Sale. Brunswick County Cooperative Extension Service, 25 Referendum Dr NE

MASTER GARDENER’S PLANT SALE

Apr. 20-21, 9am: The annual New Hanover County Master Gardener’s Plant Sale is not only free and open to the public; it’s also one of the largest plant sales in the Southeast. Plants propagated by Master Gardener’s are acclimated to our climate, giving them a head start over plants purchased from most other sources. Master Gardeners will be on hand at all times to help you get the right plant for the right place, a key to gardening success! Proceeds from the sale provide major funding for New Hanover County Master Gardeners programs and Arboretum. 6206 Oleander Dr.

SEA TURTLE INFO SESSION

Apr. 20, 6pm: Join NC Coastal Reserve staff for an informational meeting to prepare for the 2017 sea turtle nesting season. Please plan to attend if you would like to volunteer for our nesting program or just want to learn more about turtles nesting at the Masonboro Island

Reserve. Center for Marine Science, 5600 Marvin Moss Ln. POKEMON LEAGUE

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

LA LECHE LEAGUE

Sat., 10am, meetings are informal and are open to pregnant women, mothers, babies and children. If you have questions or just would like to meet other breastfeeding mothers, this is the meeting for you. La Leche League Leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own babies and who have been trained and accredited by La Leche League International to help mothers and mothers-tobe with all aspects of breastfeeding. Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.

CAPE FEAR ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

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

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. www.spechurch.com, 910-762-4578 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 Wed., 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 Choir of St. Paul’s. spechurch.com. 910-762-4578. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St.

BOARD GAME NIGHT

Thurs., 6pm: Join the Wilmington Board Game group and the Wilmington Board Game Meetup group for a night of Board Games and more. No experience necessary. Bring your own game or select one from our free Demo Library. www.facebook.com/groups/CFGBoardGames. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D.

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.

AYCE OYSTER ROAST

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.

CAM CAFE EASTER BRUNCH

Apr. 16, 10am: Wilmington’s favorite pianist, singer and performer, Grenoldo Frazier, paired with a tasty buffet brunch, Easter Egg Hunt and our three exhibitions included in the brunch price ensures a terrific Easter for you, your family and friends. Seatings available for 10:00 am, noon and 2:00 pm. Reserve your seats now. Adults: $32.95 Children (12 & under): $12.95. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

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Free tasting every 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:

Apr. 16, 11am: A day long grand buffet with a carving station and vegan menu items. The grand buffet includes a visit with the Easter Bunny and an Egg Hunt on our beachfront lawn and gardens. There is something for children and adults alike. Reservations begin at 11am and end at 5pm: 910-256-7109. Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd.

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LAGUNITAS TAP TAKEOVER

A special keg of Waldo’s Ale. Of course in classic Lagunitas style on 4/20. Come join us for some good times on a Thursday evening with our friends from Lagunitas. Island Beverage, 1206 N Lake Park Blvd Unit C

RIVERFRONT FAMERS’ MARKET

Sat, 8am-1pm: An open-air market in historic downtown Wilmington, NC along the banks of the Cape Fear River. Featuring local growers and producers selling vegetables, fruits, baked goods, seafood, honey, meats, eggs, plants, NC wines, pickled products, goat cheese, cut flower bouquets, dog treats, herbs and more. Plus artisan works of pottery, jewelry, woodwork, silk screened clothing, home décor, leather goods, all-natural bath, body & home products. www.riverfrontfarmersmarket. org. 5 N. Water St.

BLOOM BOOM

Apr. 22, noon: Flytrap Brewing holds the 1st annual Bloom Boom, a celebration of NC Beer Month, Earth Day and the blooming of flytraps. This all day event will feature beer releases, food trucks, local vendors and live music by Striking Copper, Brothers Egg and The Lark and The Loon. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to local environmental groups. Find out more at flytrapbrewing.com. Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION

Apr. 22, 4pm: Celebrate with Fermental on Earth Day as they celebrate our planet with Mother Earth Brewing [Kinston, NC]: an

award wining local brewery that has been crafting high quality ales and lagers since 2008. Features multiple Mother Earth beers on tap including Park Day Pilsner, Endless River Kolsch, Weeping Willow Wit, Sisters of the Moon IPA, Chocolate, Mix Tape IPA, Tripel Overhead, Fig & Raisin Dubbel, Berliner Weisse, and Silent Night Imperial Stout. Mother Earth representatives will be onsite to sample, answer questions, and a share a beer or two. Showcases local and regional artists working with eco-friendly materials as well as recycled goods, found objects, and more. Environmental and ecological awareness info will be available alongside an afternoon into event of live music with the SCAV Bass & Drums at 4pm, followed Max Levy & The Hawaiian Shirts at 7pm. 7250 Market St. SHAKESPEARE BRUNCH

Monthly on Sundays, 12-2pm. $20. ($8 Reading Only). Reserved seating, featuring a greatly abridged reading of one of Shakespeare’s classic plays. Brunch with choice of entrée and dessert included in your ticket. Drinks and gratuity not included. Portion of proceeds donated to Shakespearean educational outreach programs. Schedule: Apr. 23, Julius Caesar; May, As You Like It; June 18, Father’s Day theme; July 23, A Midsummer Night’s Dream; Aug. 20, Sept. 17, Oct. 22, Nov. 19, TBD. www. theatrewilmington.com TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St.

POPLAR GROVE FARMERS’ MARKET

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Wed. Apr. 26, 5pm: $65 RSVP rqd. CAM Café and Advintage Distributing are hosting a Spring Wine Dinner! Four courses with delightful wines to complement each tasty food offering, plus a cocktail hour. Menu items include:Pan seared scallops, frisse salad, smoked port wine bacon chutney, also Pan seared duck breast, blood orange and black cherry compote with truffle sea salt couscous. Reserve your seats now! 910-777-2363. CAM Cafe, 3201 S. 17 St.

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

WILMINGTON PRIDE YOUTH GROUP

Middle school and high-school students: Wilmington Pride and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation have joined together to create and facilitate a youth group for children/youth (middle school and high school) who are LGBTQIA, plus straight allies. A safe space for kids to talk about orientation, gender, racial equality, political consequences, religion, self harm and self-care. Needed: youth facilitators, especially those who are trained to work with kids, and speakers to talk about important topics. Meets Thurs., 7:30pm, UU Congregation of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave, (across from Roland Grise Middle School). Sue Graffius: dre@ uufwilmington.org). Wilmington Area CHADD meets on the 2nd Monday of every month from 7-9pm 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

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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.

ANXIETY / OCD SUPPORT GROUP

Meets 1st and 3rd Thurs. of each month Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd. Bldg B, 7-8:30pm. Christopher Savard, Ph.D., with Cape Fear Psychological Services, gives a presentation the 1st Thurs. a. month. 3rd Thurs. meeting is member led. Everyone 18+ welcome. Alayne at 910-763-8134. 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. The Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.

MS SUPPORT GROUP

Those with MS, families and friends welcome. Meets at New Hanover Rehabilitation Hospital 1st floor conference room (behind Betty Cameron Women’s Hospital), 2131 S. 17th St. Second Thursday each month. Lisa, 399-7252; Burt, 383-1368.

COPING WITH THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE

Apr. 19, 2pm: Coping with grief is a challenging process for friends and family after the death of a loved one. Mary Dowcett and Sarah Blanton of Lower Cape Fear Hospice will speak at this free program on navigating the stages of grief. Everyone is welcome, and no advance registration is needed. Mary Dowcett, MSW, LCSW, is a Bereavement Counselor at Lower Cape Fear Hospice. Sarah Blanton, MSW, is an Intern, also at Lower Cape Fear Hospice. Mary Ellen Nolan at mnolan@nhcgov.com or 910798-6301. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

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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 910-5478973, 791-3859 or Lifecc.com. Life Community Church, 3500 Oleander Dr.

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ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

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

CONFEDERATE WALKING TOURS

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

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

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.

After George Washington was elected as the first president of the United States, he had to move from his home in Virginia to New York City, which at the time was the center of the American government. But there was a problem: He didn’t have enough cash on hand to pay for his long-distance relocation, so he was forced to scrape up a loan. Fortunately, he was resourceful and persistent in doing so. The money arrived in time for him to attend his own inauguration. I urge you to be like Washington in the coming weeks, Aries. Do whatever’s necessary to get the funds you need to finance your life’s next chapter.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Fantasize about sipping pear nectar and listening to cello music and inhaling the aroma of musky amber and caressing velvet, cashmere and silk. Imagine how it would feel to be healed by inspiring memories and sweet awakenings and shimmering delights and delicious epiphanies. I expect experiences like these to be extra available in coming weeks. But they won’t necessarily come to you freely and easily. You will have to expend effort to ensure they actually occur. So be alert for them. Seek them out. Track them down.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Contagion may work in your favor, but it could also undermine you. On the one hand, your enthusiasm is likely to ripple out and inspire people whose help you could use. On the other hand, you might be more sensitive than usual to the obnoxious vibes of manipulators. But now that I’ve revealed this useful tip, let’s hope you will be able to maximize the positive kind of contagion and neutralize the negative. Here’s one suggestion that may help: Visualize yourself to be surrounded by a golden force field that projects your good ideas far and wide even, as it prevents the disagreeable stuff from leaking in.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

A reader named Kris X sent me a rebuke. “You’re not a guru or a shaman,” he sneered. “Your horoscopes are too filled with the slippery stench of poetry to be useful for spiritual seekers.” Here’s my response: “Thank you, sir! I don’t consider myself a guru or shaman, either. It’s not my mission to be an all-knowing authority who hands down foolproof advice. Rather, I’m an apprentice to the Muse of Curiosity. I like to wrestle with useful, beautiful paradoxes. My goal is to be a joyful rebel, stirring up benevolent trouble, to be a cheerleader for the creative imagination.” So now I ask you, my fellow Cancerian: How do you avoid getting trapped in molds that people pressure you to fit inside? Are you skilled at being yourself, even if that’s different from what’s expected of you? What are the soulful roles you choose to embody, despite the fact almost no one understands them? Now is a good time to meditate on these matters.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

In the coming weeks, there will be helpers whose actions will nudge you— sometimes inadvertently—toward a higher level of professionalism. You will find it natural to wield more power, and you will be more effective in offering your unique gifts. Now maybe you imagine you have already been performing at the peak of your ability, but I bet you will discover—with a mix of alarm and excitement—you can become even more excellent. Be greater, Leo! Do better! Live stronger! (P.S.: As you ascend to this new level of competence, I advise you to be humbly aware of your weaknesses and immaturities. As your clout rises, you can’t afford to indulge in selfdelusions.)

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

I love to see Virgos flirt with the uncharted and the uncanny and the indescribable. I get thrills and chills whenever I watch your fine mind trying to make sense of the fabulous and the foreign and the unfathomable. What

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

A friend told me about a trick used by his grandmother, a farmer. When her brooding hens stopped laying eggs, she would put them in pillowcases she hung from a clothesline in a stiff breeze. After the hens got blown around for a while, she returned them to their cozy digs. The experience didn’t hurt them, and she swore it put them back on track with their egg-laying. I’m not comfortable with this strategy. It’s too extreme for an animal-lover like myself. (And I’m glad I don’t have to deal with recalcitrant hens.) But maybe it’s an apt metaphor or poetic prod for your use right now. What could you do to stimulate your own creative production?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Now would be an excellent time to add deft new nuances to the ways you kiss, lick, hug, snuggle, caress, and fondle. Is there a worthy adventurer who will help you experiment with these activities? If not, use your pillow, your own body, a realistic life-size robot, or your imagination. This exercise will be a good warmup for your other assignment, which is to upgrade your intimacy skills. How might you do that? Hone and refine your abilities to get close to people. Listen deeper, collaborate stronger, compromise smarter, and give more. Do you have any other ideas?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

“If I had nine hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend the first six sharpening my ax,” said Abraham Lincoln, one of America’s most productive presidents. I know you Sagittarians are more renowned for your bold, improvisational actions than your careful planning and strategic preparation, but I think the coming weeks will be a time when you can and should adopt Lincoln’s approach. The readier you are, the freer you’ll be to apply your skills effectively and wield your power precisely.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Zoologists say cannibalizing offspring is common in the animal kingdom, even among species that care tenderly for their young. So when critters eat their kids, it’s definitely “natural.” But I trust, in the coming weeks, you won’t devour your own children. Nor, I hope, will you engage in any behavior that metaphorically resembles such an act. I suspect you may be at a low ebb in your relationship with some creation or handiwork or influence you generated out of love. But, please, don’t abolish it, dissolve it, or abandon it. Just the opposite, in fact: Intensify your efforts to nurture it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Your astrological house of communication will be the scene of substantial clamor and ruckus in the coming weeks. A bit of the hubbub will be flashy but empty. But much of it should be pretty interesting, and some of it will even be useful. To get the best possible results, be patient and objective rather than jumpy and reactive. Try to find the deep codes buried inside the mixed messages. Discern the hidden meanings lurking within the tall tales and reckless gossip. If you can deal calmly with the turbulent flow, you will give your social circle a valuable gift.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

The best oracular advice you’ll get in the coming days probably won’t arise from your dreams or an astrological reading or a session with a psychic, but rather by way of seemingly random signals, like an overheard conversation or a sign on the side of a bus or a scrap of paper you find lying on the ground. And I bet the most useful relationship guidance you receive won’t be from an expert, but maybe from a blog you stumble upon or a barista at a café or one of your old journal entries. Be alert for other ways this theme is operating, as well. The usual sources may not have useful info about their specialties. Your assignment is to gather up accidental inspiration and unlikely teachings.

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