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TheatreNOW has opened a new dinner show, adapted by local writer Gwenyfar Rohler, and based on NY Times bestselling author Wiley Cash’s short story, “Grenadine.” “The Kudzu Queen” follows Grenadine Purdy, from Enoree, SC, for whom the local Kudzu pageant changed life forever. Shows are performed in two acts, with a three-course dinner served in between, prepared by Chef Denise Gordon. TheatreNOW: 19 S. 10th Street Tickets are $17-$37 www.wilmingtontheatre.com Doors at 6 p.m.; show at 7 p.m.
exposing artistry, pg. 16 An art show and sale dedicated strictly to photography art, Southern Exposure, is on display this Sunday at Brooklyn Arts Center. Featuring over 20 artists, the show includes work by Anne Marie Kennedy, whose cliché verre process, as seen above, involves painting on a glass plate and using the plate like a negative in photographic printing. Courtesy photo.
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live local, live small: Local breweries and the food truck phenomenon
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BUSINESSES UNITE: Gwenyfar Rowler explores the mutual benefits of bars and food trucks in a world of complicated rules and zoning laws. Photo by Mark Anthony Mueller.
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h! Wow! That’s Jock Brandis!” the man in line behind me exclaimed. He turned to his friends and pointed across the field to where Jock was sitting at a picnic table. “He’s an engineer and he invented this machine that …” I smiled to myself and transferred my attention back to a friend whom we were with at Waterline Brewing. I continued eavesdropping just enough to know the gentleman had his facts pretty much correct. We got to the front of the line for the
taco truck and ordered. We combined a couple of priorities to make this trip possible: Our friend just graduated from nursing school and we wanted to celebrate. In addition, we have followed the saga of getting Waterline open through Marcus Rich of The Art Factory, which shares the space with Waterline. Over the last few years, as we have run into Marcus, he and I would compare notes on our respective entrepreneurial activities (his art gallery and my bookstore), and the trials and tribulations of securing
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a location, renovating, and navigating the endlessly confusing world of the New Hanover County Planning and Zoning Department. About the time Marcus was facing a massive plumbing and sewer expansion for the brewery to come into the building, I was knee-deep into work on the bookstore’s second-floor renovation. I remember commiserating about asking the planning department a direct question, getting an answer and doing it as instructed, only to have the next person void the entire process and send me back to where I started.
Sigh. Jock and I are pretty much creatures of habit: We work constantly. Therefore, it usually takes a friend to persuade us to set aside a few hours and do something unproductive but fun; we are not really good at that. However, we do have a long list of things we have been meaning to do. Among them: finish visiting the craft breweries in the area. Last year Jock (my official taste-tester) and I took a look at the brewery scene downtown. We assumed (rightly) there
would be vast amounts of alcohol consumed and therefore we’d be within walking distance to home. We planned to drop by Waterline to continue the craft-brewery exploration and give our congrats to Marcus for surviving renovations, and getting the doors open on the joint. So when our friends wanted to celebrate graduation there—and pointed out the food truck’s inclusion—it looked like a good way to tick three items off the to-do list at once.
The trucks must serve on private property with permission from the property owner in any nonresidential district between the hours of 6 a.m. and 3 a.m. In the CBD they can operate five consecutive hours at any one spot, with a limit of two sites daily. Trucks cannot be located within 5 feet of fire hydrants, sidewalks, utility boxes, handicap ramps, and building entrances.” The option of serving on private property with permission of the owner seems to be the saving grace here. For owners of a food truck, having a space to occupy (at the owner’s invitation) with a built in clientele has to be a God-send. They can plan for inventory, staffing, stocking the change drawer, fuel consumption, and hours of operation. It’s a win-win situation without a long-term investment on either side, which makes for friction in partnerships.
I am chronically unhip and about as late to the party as it gets. Excitement about the latest fad, especially in the land of food, is usually so far off my radar I can’t even follow conversations with people. The food-truck phenomenon has eluded me. Though I have friends who act like groupies at the sighting of their favorite trucks, I really don’t get it. (Not to say I haven’t day-dreamed of the possibility of turning a VW bus into a food truck.) “In Detroit we don’t have things like this: Though, again, I don’t get out much. where you walk in and there’s music, the Finally, at Waterline, it clicked. Not so drum circle,” said our friends, who relocatmuch from a consumer’s standpoint but ed last year. rather from a business owner’s view. The Perry Smith unloaded his drums from infrastructure and space required to open the car for the drum circle that was getting a commercial kitchen is extensive. Navi- ready to begin. Kids ran and played in the gating the endlessly confusing world of tress surrounding the property. Inside, two the health department requires a trans- men were strumming guitar and singing. lator—at best. So, with a bar owner who The sun started to turn the sky orange to wants to offer some sort of food to cusgear up for its final performance of the day. tomers (so that they think of it as not just “So how’s the beer?” I asked Jock. He for booze), but also when they are peckish, rather than leaving after one drink, gave me a long beer lover’s dissertation they stick around for two more because about hints and notes that can be summed they can get dinner. When bar owners do up as: “It is great.” The gentleman from not have the space to add a commercial earlier wandered over to introduce himself kitchen (like Flytrap Brewing, which also to Jock. While they chatted business, the frequently hosts food trucks), or have the rest of our party compared notes on the upfront capital to build out a commercial taco situation: Since all tacos had disapkitchen and staff it, they invite a food truck peared, they were declared a success. to park in their lots. Bar clientele sticks Now my entrepreneurial mind is tripping around to buy more drinks, and another through food-truck possibilities: Besides local business benefits from their dining a VW van, we also know where to find a needs. It is a winning combination. London double-decker bus, which could Certainly a food truck can provide an opreally turn the food truck idea on its head portunity to test out a food business and with upstairs seating. grow it without the immediate capital infusion that a brick-and-mortar can cost (bathrooms, furniture, electricity, staffing, commercial kitchen, licensing, signage, etc.). For example, the Fork n’ Cork on Market Street grew from the highly successful Patty Wagon food truck. Owner James Smith basically was able to earn his clientele with his gourmet burgers for a few years and simultaneously earn the capital to open shop. Folks who don’t own or operate a food truck might not be aware of the rules they have to follow regarding where they can park and for how long. It can be a bit confusing but encore’s sister magazine, Devour, published a succinct explanation:
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(kids as young as age 4) calling on them to mark the gender identity they prefer -and notes that any child who identifies as other than male or female should leave the space blank and consult with officials individually. (Critics, according to The Sun, expressed that school should be for “developing” such identities without the necessity of declaring them so early in life.)
Unclear on the Concept Jail Is Hell
The eye-catching Vietnamese model and Playboy (Venezuela edition) Playmate Angie Vu complained to the New York Daily News in April that her five-plus months in jail in Brooklyn have been “torture” and “cruel” because of her lack of access to beauty care. Vu is fighting extradition to France for taking her 9-yearold daughter in violation of the father’s custody claim and is locked up until a federal judge rules. Among her complaints: “turning pale” in the “harsh light”; lack of “Guerlain’s moisturizer”; inability to look at herself for months (because glass mirrors are prohibited); and “worrying” about being hit on by “lesbians” (thus causing “wrinkles”). At least, she told the reporter, she has found God in jail and passes time reading the Bible.
Questionable Judgments
Chef Mahbub Chowdhury pleaded guilty in April to food and hygiene violations in Swindon (England) Magistrates Court after inspectors found “brown fingerprints” in the kitchen at his Yeahya Flavour of Asia carry-out restaurant. Chowdhury was candid about his “cultural” habit of bypassing toilet paper and using his hand to clean himself. The plastic bottle with the fingerprints, Chowdbury said, contained water that he normally used instead of the toilet paper, and his lawyer argued that since the bottle was never actually lab-tested, the brown spots could have been “spices.” England’s Brighton and Hove City Council, striving to be progressive, issued a directive to parents of new school students
“Zero tolerance” claimed another victim, in Charlotte, North Carolina, in April, when Jaden Malone, 12, came to his bullied friend’s aid, was knocked down himself and repeatedly punched in the head by the bully, and pushed the boy off of him to avoid further damage -- but was himself suspended for three days by his charter school Invest Collegiate. A school official pointed out that the bully got five days, and besides, the policy against “all” physical violence is very clear. (After having Jaden treated for a concussion, his mother promptly withdrew him from the school.) Ms. Madi Barney, 20, courageously publicly reported her own rape accusation recently in Provo, Utah, and as a result has been disciplined as a student at Brigham Young University for allegedly violating the school’s “honor code.” (She is barred
from withdrawing from courses or re-registering.) Whether the sex was consensual must be investigated by Provo police, but BYU officials said they had heard enough to charge Barney with the no-no of premarital sex. (Critics decried the advantage BYU thus gives rapists of BYU females -since the women face the additional fear of university reprisals irrespective of the criminal case.)
Police Report
The Tap Inn bar in Billings, Montana, released April 11 surveillance video of the armed robbery staged by two men and a woman (still on the lam), showing two liplocked customers at the bar, lost in affectionate embrace during the entire crime, seemingly oblivious of danger. The robbers, perhaps impressed by the couple’s passion, ignored them -- even while emptying the cash register just a few feet away. Andru Jolstad, 26, was arrested on April 16 and charged with using a pry bar to break into the cash boxes of four machines at Zap’s Arcade in Mesa, Arizona. Following citizen tips, a cop arrived to find Jolstad on his knees alongside one machine with his arm still inside. His total take from the spree was $18, and he’ll likely be sent back to prison from an earlier charge.
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St. Paul’s Church:
Paul Janeway of St. Paul and the Broken Bones lets it all out on the stage by: Shannon Rae Gentry
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THERAPY SESSION: St. Paul and the Broken Bones are coming to rock the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, with Wilmington’s The Paper Stars opening on May 14. Courtesy photo.
elcome to the Church of St. Paul, where the stage is the pulpit and each sermon revolves around powerful, energetic, engaging performances by St. Paul and the Broken Bones. Lead singer and band namesake Paul Janeway is always front and center, and not unlike a spirited preacher dressed in his Sunday best. More over, he belts out his soul over big-band horns and beats.
ington’s very own The Paper Stars.
“It’s kind of like therapy for myself,” Janeway says, “letting all those emotions drudge out and go crazy. That’s what I get to do every show.”
“I always thought that was incredibly fascinating,” he states. “It’s not something that moves me now, but it definitely influenced me. It always felt like performance, but it was performance with conviction— something real’s happening and that’s pretty amazing.”
St. Paul and the Broken Bones will bring their full sound to the Greenfield Lake stage on May 14. Opening will be Wilm-
Janeway grew up singing in a Southern church in Birmingham, Alabama. Though non-denominational, it wasn’t without various “charismatic phases,” as Janeway describes, including healings and glossolalia or speaking in tongues. His church housed unfiltered displays of emotion and spirituality that had a lasting impact, especially in how Janeway approaches the stage.
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Though a lot of his experience in the church still resonates—he even trained to be a preacher at one time and occasionally goes with his Episcopalian wife to services now—he wouldn’t call himself a practicing Christian. “A lot of those things still move me in ways I can’t really explain,” Janeway describes. “I really find a lot of refuge in music, but the experience itself is still very spiritual for me.” The irony doesn’t escape Janeway that his booming, soulful voice isn’t often associated with a guy from Alabama with alabaster skin and Buddy Holly-esque glasses. When folks hear his tell-tale Alabama accent in conversation, they almost always assume he sings bluegrass, coun-
try or the like when he tells them of his profession. What Janeway and his band have actually created since forming in 2012 is everything in between big-band, soul and R&B, approached with the finesse of punk. “We get associated with retro-soul and that type of stuff, but to me we’re not good enough to pull that off,” he says. “There’s kind of a DIY element to us, with some punk-rock and garage, I think. We’re not as seasoned—we’re kind of rough around the edges.” Janeway completes a seven-piece band, consisting of Jesse Phillips (bass), Browan Lollar (guitar), Andrew Lee (drums), Al Gamble (keys), Allen Branstet-
ter (trumpet), and Ben Griner (trombone, tuba). They’ve all been influenced by Muscle Shoals and the area’s rich history of music that surrounded them. With unlimited access to music and its various genres, subgenres and underground bands, their melting-pot ensemble continues to evolve. With a sophomore record set to be released this fall, Janeway says it’s shaping up to be much different than their debut full-length, “Half the City” (2014). “I think it’s an R&B record that has many different influences on it,” he divulges. “I still haven’t quite figured out exactly what it is. I know that it moves me . . . There’s a lot of string arrangements. I don’t think the retro-soul tag will fit at all; it’s a little more modern, and it’s expanding the musical palate of us and our audience.” Despite the band’s nomadic roots of sound, Janeway contrives their overall look and sound—even the vinyl album artwork. “No one’s ever going to tell me how this is going to go,” he mandates. “It’s not my personality.” Dapper suits and golden shoes may dress up the band onstage, but off Janeway is a T-shirt and blue jeans kind of guy. His sound and performance translates into a character—for him the attire is a part of a persona integral to the music. St. Paul and Broken Bones encompasses a whole package: instruments and vocals are most important, but aesthetics have a place as well in invoking attitude. He takes cues from artists he loves and admires, such as David Bowie and Prince.
tion. I also like hearing what other people have to say. I don’t think everything I do or sing is genius.” Whereas “Half the City” consisted of a culmination of life in Birmingham—including heartbreaks and trying times—the next record will be an exploration and expansion on world views. “There’s elements of cosmic oneness and trying to find your place in the world where I kind of feel alien to sometimes,” he explains.
As for his shoes, well, Janeway will don multicolored bedazzled originals made by his wife—of which Wilmington will get a glimpse of this Saturday. “It’s nice to have something that she worked hard on always with me,” he adds. At the core of their music, Janeway and co-founder Jesse Phillips dictate where most of it begins and blends. Nevertheless, everyone in the musical organism is integral. “It varies,” Janeway continues of their process. “Some songs are written in a collaborative fashion where we’re all in a room and some are written with me and Jesse . . . I don’t ever like limiting inspira-
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The main objective is to make music the band loves and express something unique. Janeway’s mantra: Create music the band is happy with and enjoys first and have an audience grow with it. “I hope everyone on the planet loves [our music],” Janeway continues. “But success is not something that’s scary; it’s just that you want success on your terms.”
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“Everything [Prince] did was with intent,” Janeway explains, “from his stage wear to his album art, because it’s the way you’re portraying yourself and your art, and that’s a big deal. Plus, it’s fun. . . . I think I like playing dress up.” In preparation for their fall tour, Janeway has been working with Nashville designer Eric Adler to match the tour with the album. “[Adler] looks at it very much as an artistry, and how far out can we get within the brassy album and those themes,” he says.
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LESS IS MORE:
Trampled By Turtles hit Greenfield Lake Amphitheater next Wednesday by: Shannon Rae gentry
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ometimes a good musician knows when not to make a sound. It may seem like an oxymoronic way to go about music, but Trampled By Turtles’ fiddler Ryan Young has come to the conclusion that after years of ongoing experimentation, less (or nothing at all) is more. “One thing I’ve learned a lot about is how to back up other people,” he explains. “I’ve gotten much better at listening to a song as a whole and adding to it without getting in the way of anything. I also learned when to not play anything, which is a big lesson, because sometimes the best thing for me to do is just not play. . . . It also gives my hand a rest.” I spoke with Young a couple of weeks ago as the band was closing a seven-month hiatus. He, Dave Simonett (guitar, lead vocals), Tim Saxhaug (bass, harmony vocals), Dave Carroll (banjo, harmony vocals), and Erik Berry (mandolin) all live in different parts of
the country and very rarely have touched base to play or write songs together throughout a much-needed breather. “So tomorrow and the next day we’re going to get together and practice, and see if we remember how to play all the songs,” Young quips. “Then do this tour and other tours throughout the summer.” Trampled By Turtles formed in 2003 in Duluth, Minnesota, and have since recorded seven studio albums. Though they haven’t had anything new since 2014’s “Wild Animals,” their return to formation is much anticipated. Among their first stop is Wilmington’s Greenfield Lake Amphitheater on May 18, featuring The Devil Makes Three. Despite a break, Young doesn’t seem nervous to start a hefty summer tour. He’s not concerned with remembering the songs or melodies, only exerting the energy it takes to execute them—and doing it over and over, day after day. “If I were to be nervous about something
TRUE BLUE: Trampled By Turtles will play Wed., May 18, with opening act The Devil Makes Three. Courtesy photo
it would just be the physical act of playing a two-hour show,” he says, “something we’ve gotten out of practice with. A lot of our tunes are quite fast and loud, and to do that for two hours is physically demanding: using these weird small muscles that you wouldn’t think about.”
and a guitar. Studio time is where multiple layers are added. Though fuller sonically, Trampled by Turtles have never set out to copy recordings live onstage.
The band hasn’t settled on a new record either. Though Young assures it’ll happen eventually, maybe it won’t be in the near future. Therefore, this leg of touring will pull from their collection dating back to 2003. Usually, Young looks forward to playing whatever songs that haven’t been in their roYoung describes playing with his right tation in a while. Because of their extended bowing hand like squeezing a hard fist for break, anything from their last seven albums hours at a time. Nevertheless, like an athlete will seem new again. getting back into practice, once Trampled “There are some songs I’ve always loved falls into a routine of performances, the musi- playing,” he says. “‘Whiskey’ is one. We cians recreate effortless muscle memory on could play it every night and I wouldn’t get their respective instruments. tired of it. It’s super fun.” “Whiskey” allows “It’s probably something that most people wouldn’t think about,” he says, “I’ve been playing things that are fast and loud and seeing how long I can go with it . . . and try to build myself back up to that two hours.”
In the past Trampled By Turtles had cellist Eamonn McLain join them onstage; for 2016, they’ve invited him back on the road. McLain has been covering some of the string instrumentals featured on their records. On songs like “Alone” from 2012’s “Stars and Satellites,” there were upward of eight violin, four viola and multiple cello tracks dubbed into the song.
Ryan free rein to do whatever he wants; consistent fiddle hooks aren’t written into it, therefore he can improv. The average listener may not notice, but the avid Trampled fan might pick up on little Easter eggs here and there. “That song gets played differently every night,” Young continues. “It’s just inspired by whatever I might have heard lately . . . I might take a part of a song that I really like and try to incorporate that and see if I can make it fit somehow. It’s more improvisational and that makes it more fun for me.”
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“That’s impossible for me to do at a show [by myself],” Ryan says with a chuckle. “So Trampled by Turtles featuring The when we do it live, I approximate it [and] try Devil Makes Three to get the biggest sound I can out of one inWednesday, May 18 strument (and with Eamonn on cello).”
Doors at 5 p.m.; Show at 6 p.m.
In a way, the live versions of some songs Greenfield Lake Amphitheater revert back to their barebones days—when 1941 Amphitheatre Dr. they were originally written—with just vocals
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a preview of events across town this week
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LIVE MUSIC Thurs
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Monica Jane Acoustic Mix 7pm - 10pm
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Christine Martinez Acoustic Mix 7pm - 10pm
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Mike O’Donnell Dance & Classic 7pm - 10pm
Thurs
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Ben & Heather Americano/Folk 7pm - 10pm
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Randy McQuay Dance & Classic 7pm - 10pm
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John Mielcarski Eclectic Mix 7pm - 10pm
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Live Music froM 7-10pM Thursday - Louis Pasco BYO-GROOVES: Originally from Charleston, SC, BYOG will return to Wilmington on Saturday, May 14, at The Whiskey in downtown Wilmington. Check out this five-piece band of funk, soul and rock ‘n’ roll fresh off the release of their EP ‘Flood City.’ Courtesy photo.
Wednesday, May 11 Rob Nathanson (5:30pm; Free; Classical Guitar) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.; 910-395-5999
Rob Ronner (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)
—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.
Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)
—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.
7324 Market Street • 910-821-8185 OPEN DAILY at 11am for Lunch & Dinner
James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)
Jazz A Concert Series (6:30pm; $12)
The Mantras (8pm; Cover TBD; Progressive Rock, Jam)
Adam Harris Thompson (7pm; Free (Blue, Rock)
—The Blind Elephant, 21 N. Front St.
—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.
An’jahla (7pm; $10; Reggae) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.
Mushroomhead (8pm; $17-$22; Metal)
—Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St. —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.
Fire and Drums (8pm; Free)
—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.
Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)
—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.
Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free)
—Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; 910-7694096
Jenny Pearson (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)
Nesta Fest (7pm; $10; Blues)
The Mantras (10pm; Cover TBD; Funk-Rock, Electric)
Open Mic with Viva Lee (9pm; Free)
—The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; 910-679-8101 —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.
—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.
Barry & Jill (7pm; $3; Acoustic)
—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.
Griffin Limerick (9pm; Free; Guitarist, Singer) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666
Thursday, May 12 The Hit Men (4pm; $22-$50; Classic Rock) —Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.
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Bass Station (10pm; Free)
—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.
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Sister Hazel (6pm; $25-$30; Alt Rock)
The Other Guys (4pm; Free; Retro Groove Rock)
—Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, Amphitheater Dr.
—Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.
Tony Barnes (6pm; Free; Country)
Rebekah Todd & The Odyssey (5pm; Free; Folk)
—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.
—Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.
Wilmington ‘Beach’ Boys Choir Voices of Spring Concert (6pm; Free)
Insane Clown Posse (7pm; $20-$40; Hip Hop)
L Shape Lot Duo (7pm; Free; Americana)
—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.
—St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St. —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.
Ian Edwards (7pm, 9:30pm; $18; Comedy)
—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.
Folkstar (7:30pm; Free; Folk)
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Jim Ashley (8pm; Free; Folk)
Dave Fields (8pm; Free; Blues) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.
—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.
—Palm Room, 11 E. Salisbury St.; 910-509-3040
Dj UK (10pm; Free)
—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.
Tom and Jane (10pm; Free; Acoustic)
—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666
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Jazz Piano on Front St. (6pm; Free) —The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.
St. Paul & The Broken Bones (6:30pm; $28-$32; Soul, Rock) —Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, Amphitheater Dr.
Snake Malone & the Black Cat Bone (7pm; Free; Blues)
Jenny Pearson (10pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.
Riot Ten (10pm; $10-$35; Electronic Dance) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.
—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.
Tuesday, May 17 Buckethead (7:30pm; $20-$30; Rock) —Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.
Mishka (7:30pm; $12-$15; Reggae) —Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.
College Night Karaoke (9pm; Free)
Wednesday, May 18 Trampled By Turtles & The Devil Makes Three (5pm; $30-$40; Bluegrass, Americana)
—Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, Amphitheater Dr.
Rob Nathanson (5:30pm; Free; Classical Guitar) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.; 910-395-5999
Cape Fear Comedy Festival (6pm; $30-$40) —Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.
Robbie Berry (6pm; Free; Acoustic)
—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.
Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)
—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.
Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free)
—The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Road; 910-679-8101
Amateur Night: Open Mic (7pm; Free)
—Fermental, 7250 Market St.; 910-821-0362
Laura McLean’s Songwriter Showcase (7pm; $3)
Dance Party: Port City Shakedown (10pm; Free)
—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379
Jesse Stockton & The Scalping Party with Pirate Child (10pm; $5; Soul, Roots)
James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)
—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.
—Palm Room, 11 E. Salisbury St.; 910-509-3040
—The Blind Elephant, 21 N. Front St. Unit F
Shitzy Slam Show (8pm; $10; Sideshow) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.
Sunday, May 15 Books, Beer & Jazz Piano (3pm; Free)
—Old Books on Front Street, 249 N. Front St.
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—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.
—The Scottish Rite Temple, 1415 S. 17th St.; 910-762-6452
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Cape Fear Chordsmen (2pm; $10-$15)
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—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.
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—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.
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Cape Fear Blues Jam (8pm; Free)
BYOG with Fonix (9pm; Cover TBD; Funk, Soul)
$3.50 Sweet Josie $4 Margaritas
—Reggie’s 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St.
Travis Shallow (9pm; Free; Americana)
—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.
$2.50 Budweiser Draft $4 Wells 65 Wings, 4-7pm
—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.
Dreamers, The Young Wild, AudioDamn! (7pm; $8)
—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.
Ian Edwards (7pm, 9:30pm; $18; Comedy)
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The Shivers, Striking Copper Trio and More (9pm; Cover TBD; Americana, Rock)
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—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.
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Adjust the Sails (7pm; Free; Acoustic Groove)
Randy McQuay (8pm; Free; Blues, Rock)
Coastal Collective (9pm; Cover TBD; Hip Hop) 100 S. FRONT ST. 910-251-1832
—Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.
—Morning Glory Coffeehouse, 1415 Dawson St.
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—Humanities & Fine Arts Center, 701 N. 3rd St.
Brooke Thompson (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666
Church of the Eternal (9pm; Cover TBD; Folk) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.
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showstoppers
BARN-DANCE ROCK: Scythian, named after Ukrainian nomads, deliver high-energy, Americana-Celtic inspired performances. See them live at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro on May 12 or Neighborhood Theatre in Charlotte on May 14. Photo by Jim Gavenus. NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 5/14: Scythian 5/15: STRFKR, Com Truise and Fake Drugs 5/16: Buckethead 5/19: John Papa Gros THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., Charlotte, NC (704) 916-8970 5/12: Silversun Pickups, Foals and Joywave 5/13: Chase Rice and Seth Ennis 5/15: The Devil Makes Three, Trampled By Turtles 5/16: Bloc Party and The Vaccines AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 S. TRYON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 377-6874 5/14: Sebastian Bach 5/17: Apocalyptica 5/20: Born of Osiris, Upon A Burning Body and more 5/27: Halden Vang, The Reason You Stayed and more MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., durham, NC (919) 901-0875 5/12: Black Lips and Savoy Motel 5/15: Against Me! with My Jerusalem 5/19: Moogfest 5/25: Hot Club of Cowtown HOUSE OF BLUES MYRTLE BEACH 4640 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC (843) 272-3000 5/13: Sebastian Bach 5/14: Appetite for Destruction 5/16: Silversun Pickups and Foals 5/19: Jamey Johnson 5/21: Jackyl
LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. Cabarrus st., raleigh, nc (919) 821-4111 5/12: The Hip Abduction and Down By Five 5/13: Buckethead 5/14: Flatbush Zombies, A$AP 12vy and Remy Banks 5/18: Curren$y 5/19: Allen Stone and Jared & The Mill 5/21: Tab Benoit, Mel Melton and The Wicked Mojo’s CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN St., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 5/11: Susto (Back) 5/12: Scythian, Diali Cissokho and Kaira Ba 5/12: Phantom Pop and more (Back) 5/13: Arc Iris (Back) 5/13: Parquet Courts, B Boys and Flesh Wounds 5/14: The Front Bottoms, Brick & Mortar, and Diet Cig 5/14: Lydia Loveless (Back) 5/15: Bloc Party and The Vaccines 5/15: Arbor Labor Union (Back) 5/18: Rogue Wave and Hey Marseilles 5/18: Joe Pug and Horse Feathers (Back) 5/19: Say Anything, mewithoutYou and more 5/19: Marty Willson and HuDost (Back) 5/20: You Won’t, Sumner James, Jocelyn Mackenzie THE ORANGE PEEL 101 bILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 5/11: The New Stew, Corey Glover and more 5/15: Flatbush Zombies, A$AP 12vy and Remy Banks 5/16: Hunter Grigg and Noah Larssen 5/18: Josh Ritter and The Steel Wheels 5/19: Yeasayer and Young Magic 5/20: A$AP Ferg and Madeintyo 5/22: BØRNS, Coast Modern and Beau 5/23: Andy Ferrell
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arts>>THEATRE
STELLAR WRITING AND STAGING: Browncoat and Page to Stage bring ‘Greedy’ to life
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by: GWENYFAR ROHLER
or 10 years The Browncoat Pub and Theatre has reveled in producing original works by local playwrights. Recently, the tiered stage on Grace Street teamed up with Page to Stage, an organization dedicated to promoting playwrighting and fostering scripts toward production. The latest result of this collaboration is “Greedy,” a full-length original script by Josh Bailey, directed by Ron Hasson. Bailey has been working on this material with Page to Stage for the last year. If anyone has attended any of their readings at the Cameron Art Museum, chances are they’ve encountered a monologue or scene from it. That’s where I first encountered the material, and from that moment I was intrigued. Bailey commented to the audience he was developing a mythology or folklore for a particular town in the piece. I remember thinking it was yet an-
other facet of Bailey I like: Rather than beginning with a relationship drama (family or romantic), which is a common first play for many people, he went in a completely different direction. Meet Greedy—a coal-mining, Southern Appalachian town deeply steeped in twin mythologies: the Bible and folklore of the town’s founding and development. In many ways the setting feels like “Coal Miner’s Daughter” meets Neil Gaimon’s “American Gods.” The keeper of its local folklore is Harrison Graves (Craig Kittner), manager of the Company Store. Teller of tales, most with some sort of lesson at the back of them, Graves was taught the lore by his daddy, who presumably learned it from his daddy. Kittner gives us a man who knows how things work and is concerned when people refuse to follow the plot laid out for them. It is all there—if only they would listen to the stories! The mounting agitation manifests itself in his body until it gives way to the equal and opposite reaction.
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The third outsider is Walden Holt (Chris Schatzle)—a Woody Harrelson-esque collector of cans, savior to birds and general embarrassment to the town. Schatzle really drives home the awkward and distressing character; there are no half measures in his performance. Actually the entire cast, including the townspeople (Emily Gomez and Joshua Drew) who serve as sort of a Greek chorus, are wonderful. Bailey’s script avoids the pitfall of spelling out every nuance and innuendo for the audience—again, a common mistake of young writers. So he puts the work squarely on the shoulders of the performers to communicate what is unsaid, and they meet that challenge beautifully. Grover and Hall’s choices for the portrayal of poor Southern women—who are not parodies but rather full-formed people with wants, needs and fears—are both compelling and believable. Their relationships with each other manifest deeper. Hasson and set designer Zeb Mims explore the space at Browncoat, showing a forest on the upper level, where the townspeople play while telling some of the tales. It’s a nice bit of verdant life in an otherwise downtrodden and stifling world. The
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Next door to the Graves’ house is the home of Gabbon (Brian Randolph) and Ruth Tanner (Jessica Hall). Randolph convinces us quickly through his posture and mannerisms he has never fit in around Greedy. Indeed, audiences learn he actually went away to college (the only person in memory to do so). Randolph plays Gabbon who is clearly uncomfortable and undecided at every turn. None of his mannerisms fit in with those around him. Though much of Greedy feels homogenous, there are a few others besides Gabbon who fail to fit the mold. One, especially, is causing consternation for Ruth Tanner and her neighbor, Irene Graves (Penelope Grover): Trina (Lilly Nicole). Oozing sexuality and provocation from every pore, she sashays into town as much for admiration as for groceries. Needless to say, though the male members of the town are impressed, their wives are a little less warm to Trina.
Graves and Tanners houses depict a level of make-do-with-what-is-available-aroundyou for durability, not beauty. By contrast, when they reveal the home Trina has been fixing up for months—hung with beautiful dresses and filled with music—it strikes a chord about shining and nurturing one’s own small corner of the world. Part of what makes this script fascinating to me is how Bailey manages to look at multiple themes simultaneously and pull in the parallel macro/micro story lines. Successful novelist and failed playwright Kurt Vonnegut once commented that every sentence must do two things: reveal character and advance the plot. Bailey understands it on a subconscious level, easily maneuvering his characters to greater self-disclosure. Each one has clear and specific objectives. It’s not the story of one person’s journey, but the story of one town’s collective efforts. As Harrison Graves points out, at least now they own their own houses instead of the company. These people have been at the mercy of powers greater than themselves always. It is only through mastering their unified story have they been able to find someway of understanding and coping with an inherent sense of pressure. It is rare to see someone so early in his career as a playwright work so deftly with multiple layers. Not only is Bailey a talented writer, he is equally lucky to have found a director and cast who bring his work to such startling life. If anything, “Greedy” is a wonderful commercial for what Page to Stage seeks to do: develop and nurture work until it is ready to see an audience. Playwrighting, more than any other genre, requires an audience to hear what works and what doesn’t. More so, a script is but half finished until a cast brings it to life. Page to Stage shows writers-in-process refining their works on the way to production. If this collaboration is any indication of the season to come from both Page to Stage and Browncoat, Wilmington audiences are in for a treat.
DETAILS: Greedy
May 12-15, 19-22, 8 p.m.; Sun. matinees, 5 p.m. Tickets: $10-$15 Browncoat Pub and Theatre 111 Grace St. • (910) 341-0001 www.facebook.com/browncoatpub
arts>>THEATRE
Rapid-Fire Emotion: Director Anthony Lawson and cast deliver on all fronts in ‘A Few Good Men’ by: Gwenyfar Rohler
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anache Theatrical Productions’ sophomore offering at Red Barn Studio Theatre is Aaron Sorkin’s “A Few Good Men.” Given our proximity to Camp Lejeune and the swirling ethical questions regarding combat engagements from Abu Ghraib to Benghazi and more, this show seems to be a particularly relevant choice. Morganna Bridgers brings to life the tightly wound, overachieving Lt. Cdr. JoAnne Galloway, a woman who has chosen to play in the men’s sandbox and is determined to prove her worth. She has become intrigued and concerned with what appears to be an open-shut case of murder at the Marine Corps base in Guantanamo Bay. Were it not for her tenacity, no one would think twice about the two young Marines accused. Lance Cpl. Harold Dawson (Brandon Ewers) and Private Louden Downey (Nick Reed) are accused of poisoning Private William Santiago (Phillip Antonino). Galloway doesn’t believe they are guilty. Through sheer determination, she succeeds in getting their case transferred and the two granted a day in court. Unfortunately, she finds herself saddled with two additional Jag officers to try the case: Lt. J.G. Daniel Kaffee (Josh Lowry) and Lt. J.G. Sam Weinberg (Jake Huber). For all of Galloway’s uptight dynamo personality, she just isn’t very likable. Kaffee is every “Big Man on Campus” who got by on charm, good connections and entitlement. (They don’t exactly get along.) Lowry is convincing as the poor, little rich boy who’s secretly wounded at heart (oh, whine!). With the growth he has to take during the course of the show, Lowry portrays an interesting and captivating struggle. Most of his work has to come from an internal issue made external: It’s not big and loud or showy, but it has to be convincing on a very human and realistic level. Huber as Weinberg is the peacemaker smoothing the waves to move forward. Together this team takes on a monumental task—and it all begins with a trip to Cuba. Guantanamo Bay is under the command of Lt. Col. Nathan Jessup (Jon Stafford), who rules his dominion through Capt. Markinson (Rich Deike) and Lt. Kendrick (Kaleb Edley). Whether folks have seen the film adaptation of “A few Good Men” or not, chances are they’ve seen clips of Jack Nicholson’s
performance—especially the famous, “You can’t handle the truth” monologue. The pressure to mimic Nicholson, or to try to outdo him, has to be intimidating and immense to an actor. Perhaps to a younger or less-experienced performer, that would be the path to take. Director Anthony Lawson cast Jon Stafford in the role, and Stafford gives an organic and realistic rendition of Jessup that is anything but a parody. He doesn’t go straight to the dark side and dwell in anger. This is a man who has so fully taken on his responsibilities—and believes in his own infallibility—that losing his temper with lesser people is a waste of his time. He gives orders; those orders are followed. End of discussion. The only person in his life still prepared to try to speak truth to his power is Capt. Markinson. Deike’s rendition of Markinson comes as a career soldier who is a problemsolver. There is right, there is wrong, and there is more than one solution. The solution for the greatest good is the best solution. Watching his spiral of frustration, anger, action, and ultimate sacrifice provides an interesting counterbalance. As the lawyers are struggling to grow upward, he is sinking and making the best of the situation while he can. (I almost didn’t want to watch his face during his final speech, but he is very compelling.) Markinson is caught between two unbending men: Jessup and his acolyte, Kendrick. Edley gives us the terrifying true believer; there is nothing that can shake his rock-solid certainty. His eyes flash with it, his jaw clenches and spine is pulled ramrod straight with the intensity of what he has been divinely selected to carry out. He might be more terrifying than Jessup.
places and gives the audience a chance to take a deep breath. Nick Reed surprises as Downey; he usually plays characters with great confidence. To see him confused, under-informed and constantly addled is more of a stretch. He is as sweet, charming and empathy-producing as a lost kitten. He also is the perfect foil to Lance Cpl. Dawson, who has become very sure of the world. Ewers actually reminds me very much of my first friend to enlist in the service after 9/11: projecting certainty, strength, honor, and determination. For all the ensemble nature of the show, one part was written to stand out like a sore thumb: the only woman in the cast who, no matter how hard she works and how much she achieves, will never be one of the boys. Bridgers could easily overplay this hand. Instead, she really hits the notes with precision. We can’t help but root for Galloway— and cheer for her when she stands up to Jessup—but also cringe at all her missteps in unspoken cues of the boys’ club.
Sorkin’s writing rides the waves of human emotion in rapid-fire changes tinged with dramatic tension. From moment to moment, we experience laughter, tears, heartbreak, hope, anticipation, disappointment, redemption, disgust, distrust, and illumination. All the brilliant writing in the world won’t guarantee a great production. Lawson brings vision and the cast deliver on all fronts. “A Few Good Men” is an excellent production not to be missed.
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A Few Good Men
May 12-22, Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun. matinee, 3 p.m. Red Barn Studio Theatre 1122 S. 3rd St. Tickets: GA, $20; military/student/ senior $15 www.thalian.org
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Because Stafford’s Jessup has grown into his sense of ownership of his dominion, he has earned it and wears it with practiced ease. Edley’s Kendrick doesn’t have the experience to balance direct power he has over the daily lives of people—and his barely latent sadism is given free rein too early in life without an appropriate target (like a real enemy instead of someone entrusted to his care). He gave me shivers, really. The play predates the famous film starring Jack Nicholson and Tom Cruise, and is a more ensemble-oriented telling of the story. Truly, this ensemble is all wonderful. Jamie S. Davenport’s dry delivery of several devastating jokes break the tension in key encore | may 11 – 17, 2016 | www.encorepub.com 15
arts>>VISUAL
exposing artistry:
New photography show takes over Brooklyn Arts Center on Sunday
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by: SHEA CARVER
n the early aughts, Kelly Starbuck was living in New York City and working for international celebrity and interior photographer, Fernando Bengoechea. Managing his studio and assisting his shoots, while also teaching at the International Center of Photography, was proof enough that Starbuck’s career as a photographer would be solidified. “I grew up on Harbor Island, Wrightsville Beach, and got my first camera when I was 10,” Starbuck says. “Photography was always in my life, but I didn’t consider it as a career until after moving to New York. The city, the galleries and people inspired me.” As fate would have it, Starbuck’s path would lead back to the southeastern coast. In 2004, Bengoechea and his partner, Nate Berkus (celebrity interior designer), traveled to Indonesia on vacation. During their trip Starbuck’s mentor lost his life in the fatal tsunami; Berkus survived. “Bengoechea’s work inspired me and I began to focus on portraiture, interior, product, travel and lifestyle projects, as well as personal fine-art projects,” Starbuck says. In wasn’t until late 2009 she moved home to be near family and embark on a continuous evolution behind the lens. In 2013 she opened SALT Studio Photography and Gallery in the Brooklyn Arts District, which featured national and international photographers. She also continued her own work, being published in national magazines, for TV segments and programs, and showed in group exhibits in the Chelsea in NYC, as well as locally in the Cameron Art Museum and for the arts council. “I opened and operated SALT Studio Gallery for about a year and a half and started to feel like I wanted to do a show that would feature local photographers on larger scale,” Starbuck tells. “Wilmington has so many talented photographers; there needed to be an event/platform to promote them.” Though she shuttered SALT in 2015, beforehand she met Rich Leder, executive director of Brooklyn Arts Center (BAC), in the neighborhood as he dropped into the gallery to admire the work. Starbuck pitched a partnership group show, focusing solely on photography, something Leder, too, had been considering. “It couldn’t have been more serendipitous,” Starbuck says. This weekend they’ll open “Southern Exposure” on May 15
from noon to 6 p.m. at BAC. Starbuck curated the event, which will feature 22 local and regional photographic artists and photographyrelated businesses. “Guests can expect to see variety and diversity: black and white, color, digitally captured and film-captured photography,” Starbuck says. “The Wilmington area yields a lot of nature and coastal photography, but that’s not all our photographers will have. There will be abstract photography, camera-less photography, glitch photography, rural photography, night photography, travel photography, still-life photography, car photography, and even photos used to create your own name!” Works will be shown on various platforms, from canvas to wood, paper to metal and beyond. Starbuck, who worked with BAC’s Jessica Pham in choosing applicants, wanted to really highlight fine-art photographers. The hope is to introduce various interpretations of photography as an art form—not just a way to document time, place and events. “I feel it’s often overlooked outside the metro areas,” Starbuck says. “Larger cities recognize [fine-art photography] and have whole galleries and museums dedicated solely to it. I want to bring a little of that to Wilmington.” In our digital world, with every phone equipped with a camera, capturing a photo is as easy as breathing. But Starbuck wants to show how it’s not the camera that makes the photo great; it’s the person operating it, whose vision and understanding of tools punctuates and enlivens the imagery. “For example, the chef makes a great meal, not the pots,” Starbuck uses as a metaphor. “I selected artists based on skill and the type of work they submitted, so the show wouldn’t end up with a lot of the same subject matter. This made the selection process a little challenging because I had to be selective with the amount of imagery accepted into the show that was similar in content.” Starbuck became fascinated by UNCW student Halley Robbins’ stark black and whites. Though the European architecture Robbins captured was visually stunning, the dark profile of a white lily really struck Starbuck. As it turns out, Robbins is the youngest artist in the show, and she attended the teen academy at the same center of photography Starbuck once taught at in NYC. “Robbins’ lily appears to have been positioned like a profile portrait in darkness with only one light allowing it to be seen,” Starbuck
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BOKEH NIGHTS: Kelly Starbuck’s night photography, taken on the Cape Fear River, will be on display as part of Southern Exposure—a photography art show and sale at BAC on Sunday. Photo by Kelly Starbuck
describes. “That explained my reaction to how the images were printed; ICP is an exceptional school.” Also showing will be Kristen Crouch, whom assisted Starbuck on shoots. Crouch’s process is experimental, with digital manipulation and printing on alternative surfaces, like wood, sand dollars and glass to add texture. “Kristen’s more recent work with glitch and color-blocking turns the image into a whole new piece of photographic art and is modern and edgy,” Starbuck says. Anna Marie Kennedy does camera-less photography, also called “cliché verre,” which combines drawing and painting with photography. “Artists paint an image on a glass plate and use the plate as if it were a negative in photographic printing,” Starbuck explains. “The end result is a colorful abstract photograph that was made without a camera.” Starbuck’s work also will be on display. Specifically, she’s looking forward to showing her recent abstract night photos, called “Bokeh Nights.” She shot them on the Cape Fear Riverfront. Also on display will be macro abstracts of local flora, silver gelatin fibre prints of sea life, and more. Sponsors will be on hand to help local photographers and photography-based busi-
nesses as well. Southeastern Camera will do free diagnosis on camera problems and sensor cleanings. Frame Masters will showcase their custom frames and offer discounts. Canvas Giclee Printing will give suggestions with printing on their fine art papers and canvas, plus they’ll raffle off a canvas print during the show. Aside from attendees meeting and purchasing art directly from photographers, the $5 admission fee includes a raffle ticket to win artwork or a service by one of the artists; 20 or 30 items will raffled off throughout the day (winners do not need to be present to win). The Catch Food Truck will dish out eats, Lativa Coffee Co. will be selling coffee drinks, and there will be a full cash bar set up for Sunday spirits. The show is about boosting an often-overlooked arts medium as a whole. “Its goal is to increase appreciation of the many different ways that photography is used to create art,” Starbuck says. “It’s about support for local photographers and collecting unique artwork instead of buying a cheap, mass-produced poster print or canvas at Target.”
Details:
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Sunday, May 15, noon - 6 p.m. Tickets: $5 Brooklyn Arts Center 516 North 4th St. www.brooklynartsnc.com
what’s hanging around the port city
galleryguide Artfuel.inc
2165 Wrightsville Ave. Mon. - Sat., noon - 7pm www.artfuelinc.com • (910) 343-5233 Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 43, “Window Shopping Art Show,” featuring work by Zak Duff, Char Oden, Scott Ehrhart, and Kimberly Coffman. Reception held May 14, 7-10pm. sponsored by Incredible Pizza, Front St. Brewery, A Taste of Italy and Bodies y Bunn. Hangs for eight weeks.
ArtExposure!
22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com ArtExposure is presenting an Art in Action Open House on Saturday, May 14th, 11am4pm. There will be artists working in the main gallery as well as a live model. The public is welcome to participate, but must bring their own supplies and materials. Summer Camps for Children are coming! They will start in June and run through August. Please check the website at www.artexposure50.com and click on Classes for Children for dates and information, or call ArtExposure at 910-803-0302. All North Carolina artists are welcome to enter the 2nd annual “Artist Choice Invitational” in August. Entry forms and information are available on the website under the Call for Entries page. Each artist may enter 2 pieces of 2-d or 3-d work. This will be a juried show and cash awards will be given.
Art in bloom
210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 www.aibgallery.com Established in 2015, the Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19th-century horse stable. The gallery focuses upon international and national fine art. The current exhibit of oil paintings, “Debra Bucci: Living in the Moment”, closes on May 27th. Join us for receptions in May and June: 1) “Looking Within: Encaustic Paintings by Helen Lewis,” Friday, May 13th, 6 - 9 pm; 2) Fourth Friday Gallery Night and Closing Reception for Debra Bucci: Living in the Moment, Friday, May 27th, 6-9pm; and 3) “Full Circle: New Art by Elizabeth Darrow, Traudi Thornton, and Susan Francy,” Friday, June 3rd, 6 - 9 pm.
CRESCENT MOON ART AND STYLE
24 N. Front St. • (910) 762-4207 Call for new hours or appointment! Join the community of Wilmington to cel-
ebrate the Life & Art of Linda A. Hartman. Tommy J is back, too—featuring his beautiful and limited sterling silver Galion “Hook and Double Hook Bracelets” and designer jewelry. Alos presenting Papa Froosh as our musical artist, a duo, here at “The Moon.”
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 thirty years experience in Tribal Arts. Our clients include many major museums.
New Elements Gallery
201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com “Odyssey” features recent works from North Carolina artists Kevin Bass and Sally Sutton! Bass and Sutton playfully traverse back and forth between faithful representation and extreme abstraction. UPCOMING: Salt of the Earth will open at New Elements on May 27. This exhibit features new works from mixed media artist Victoria Primicias and traditional painter Owen Wexler. Both artists look to the natural world for inspiration. Primicias produces abstracted landscapes where Wexler paints true-to-life scenes. An opening reception will be May 27, 6pm to 9pm, in conjunction with Downtown Wilmington’s Fourth Friday Gallery Night. Salt of the Earth on display through June 18, 2016.
Mon.- Sat. 10am - 6pm www.spectrumartandjewelry.com Spectrum Gallery features the Azalea Garden Tour Paint Out with artworks by ten gallery artists created en plein air during the 2016 Azalea Garden Tour: Jodie Wrenn Rippy, Nancy Noel May, Gale Smith, Brook Pearce, Todd Carignan, Jeremy Sams, Joanne Geisel, Ann Hair, Kimberlee Maselli and Michael Van Hout. Spectrum Gallery, located at The Forum, offers an incredible array of local fine art and American craft. Over two hundred original works on display at any time. Also available online at www.SpectrumArtAndJewelry.com. Spectrum Gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10-6. 910-256-2323 x3.
SUNSET RIVER Marketplace
10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 • Tues.- Sat. 10am - 5pm www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com In the historic fishing village of Calabash, NC, over 10,000-plus square feet of fine arts is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paint-
ings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and acrylics; plus award-winning metalworks, wood pieces, hand-blown glass, fiber art, artisan-made jewelry and more. Sunset River Marketplace has become a popular destination for visitors, a gathering place for artists and a center of the community, thanks to its onsite pottery studio, complete with two kilns; a custom master framing department; and art classrooms for workshops and ongoing instruction.
WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY
200 Hanover Street, CFCC parking deck First level • (910) 362-7431 Tues.- Fri., 10am - 5:30pm; Sat., noon - 5:30pm CFCC’s Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present the Annual Student Exhibition, a juried group showing featuring over 100 original works of art by current CFCC students. Admission is free and the exhibition is open to the public. Sarah Rushing: srushing278@ mail.cfcc.edu.
River to Sea Gallery
225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) • (910) 763-3380 Tues.- Sat. 11am - 5pm; Sun. 1- 4pm River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show will enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.
SPECTRUM Gallery
The Forum • 1125 Military Cutoff Rd, Suite H (910) 256-2323
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‘Captain America: Civil War’ is a massive Avengers movie
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o quote “The Godfather Part Three”: “Just when I think I’m out, they pull me back in.” Michael Corleone was lamenting his ties to organized crime and his inability to find light from beneath its shadow. How does this fit into this week’s review? Well, I am talking about the endless glut of superhero movies—a genre I was once so fond of but by which I have started to become bored.
May 21: In “Inside Out” starring Amy Poehler, Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) is a happy, hockey-loving 11-year-old Midwestern girl, but her world turns upside down when her family moves to San Francisco. Riley’s emotions (Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness) must navigate her through this life-changing event. Film begins at sunset. Bring a blanket, chairs and a picnic, but no pets or alcohol are allowed. (Rated PG, 95 mins)
When I was a kid, the idea of an infinite supply of comic-book adaptations felt like a pipe dream. We were lucky to get a “Batman” movie every three or four years. Cringe-worthy television adaptations of comic books would be cancelled before anyone could say “The Tick.” I keep hearing this phrase, “The Golden Age,” uttered by middle-aged geeks when it comes to the current state of pop culture. We live in a time where we’re getting a “Star Wars” movie and a half-dozen comic-book adaptations every year. There are countless hours a week of comic-book television shows; “Arrow,” “The Flash” and “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” pepper network television. More mature adaptations, like “The Walking Dead,” have become the most popular programs in the country. Lately, it hasn’t really felt like much of a Golden Age—unless “The Golden Age” refers to a steady flow of asparagus-infused urine. All of these superhero movies and TV shows are so similar it’s all starting to become a melange of the same story told ad infinitum. I was feeling this way until recently when a few new comic-book adaptations seemed to flip the script, and the musty odor of mediocrity was replaced with a fresh chimichanga scent. “Deadpool” started off 2016 by delivering an Rrated superhero film brimming with energy and humor. Then Zack Snyder delivered a wicked acid-trip fever dream that was “Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice”—which could have easily been named “Murderman v. Mr. Intensity: The Brutal Death of Your Attention Span.” Now, we have the most recent film from Marvel with “Captain America: Civil War,” which might be the best superhero movie ever made. Remember as kids spending entire afternoons having hypothetical debates like, “Who would win in a fight: Captain America or Batman?” “Civil War” is the ultimate fulfilment of such childhood discussions, pitting a halfdozen of Marvel’s most popular heroes versus the other half—because if I learned one thing from comic book movies: Superheroes have to punch each other in the face before they can ultimately decide to be friends and take on a common enemy.
Action AVENGERS: ‘Captain America: Civil War’ is an action-packed superhero movie that gets it all right. Courtesy photo.
It’s so weird to try and review these films as singular experiences; earlier Marvel movies are required viewing to have a clue as to what’s going on. I can just imagine the poor soul who wanders into the cineplex and has no prior knowledge of these films, trying to figure out what the hell is going on. ‘Who’s the red robot man, Morty? Does he like that Olsen girl?’ In this installment of the endless Marvel money machine, Captain America and the Avengers are dealing with a nebulous villain who is trying to unearth their darkest secrets. When the Secretary of Defense (William Hurt) approaches Earth’s mightiest mortals with an ultimatum, the Avengers have to decide whether to agree to oversight from the United Nations or go rogue. Half the team is behind the idea of having checks and balances from a recognized body of power, while the other half is convinced that signing away freedom of choice is the pathway to disaster. Of course, the only way to settle this existential crisis is beating the hell out of each other. “Captain America: Civil War” works extremely well because of its multiple levels. It delivers the visceral thrills of an action movie. In fact, the directing team of brothers Anthony and Joe Russo might be the best action directors working today. There are a lot of fight sequences that feel like 1990’s Hong Kong action films. They’re also able to stage those massive special-effects heavy set pieces that most $200 million blockbusters demand. However, the more quiet moments help set “Civil War” apart from other Marvel films. All of the dozen featured characters get an earned mo-
ment. The plot seems plausible in a way most superhero movies do not, and the villain, Baron Zemo (Daniel Bruhl), is a fascinating dichotomy of tragedy and sadism. “Captain America: Civil War” feels like another massive Avengers movie. It’s a major action epic that gets it all right. From the grand spectacle down to the quieter character moments, this one really does manage to be all things to all people.
DETAILS:
Captain America: Civil War ★★★★★
Rated PG-13 Starring Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Don Cheadle Directed by Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
May 29: The Movie at the Lake at Carolina Beach Lake Park (Atlanta Ave. and S. Lake Park Blvd.) features “Minions,” starring Sandra Bullock, Jon Hamm and Michael Keaton. The comedy adventure animated film tells the story of a super villain who recruits three men to help her take over the world. She’s also joined by Minions, who live to serve but find themselves working for a continual series of unsuccessful masters. This free film screening begins at dusk, and is subject to change. (Rated PG, 91 mins)
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cream cheese syrup or a southwest benedict with chipotle hollandaise on a made from scratch biscuit. The lunch menu is filled with fresh delectable salads, sandwiches on house baked breads, and pitas. Come experience the innovative twist on breakfast classics and a casual lunch guaranteed to make you a regular customer. May the tranquility of Eternal Sunshine Cafe’s atmosphere shine upon your face and reinvigorate your day. Serves breakfast all day. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: MondayWednesday 7-2, Thursday-Friday 6:30-2, Saturday 7-2, Sunday 8-2 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.eternalsunshinecafe.com
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
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American BLUEWATER waterfront grill
Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their awardwinning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday April - October. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256-8500. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 11a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sat & Sun 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ MUSIC: Music every Sunday in Summer ■ WEBSITE: www.bluewaterdining.com
Blue surf cafÉ
Sophisticated Food…Casual Style. We offer a menu that has a heavy California surf culture influence while still retaining our Carolina roots. We provide a delicate balance of flavors and freshness in a comfortable and inviting setting. We offer a unique breakfast menu until noon daily, including specialty waffles, skillet hashes and unique breakfast sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi sandwich and customer favorite, meatloaf sandwich. Our dinner features a special each night along with our favorite house entrees: Braised Beef Brisket, Mojo Pork and
Mahi. All of our entrees are as delicious as they are inventive. We also have a full beer and wine list. Come try the “hidden gem” of Wilmington today. 250 Racine Drive Ste. 1, Wilmington 910-523-5362. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Breakfast served until noon each day! ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily Specials, Gluten Free Menu, Gourmet Hot Chocolates, Outdoor Patio, New Artist event first Friday of every month and Kids Menu. ■ WEBSITE: www.bluesurfcafe.com
sourced ingredients when available. For lunch, we offer delicious burgers and sandwiches, while dinner features steaks, chops and seafood all handcrafted by executive chef Chris Corona. Within blocks of CFCC and the Riverwalk, The District welcomes diners to enjoy inspired wines, craft cocktails and NC draught beers at their renovated bar and restaurant, located at 1001 N. 4th St. 910-796-6565 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.-Thurs.11am-9pm, Fri.-Sat., 11am-10pm. Lunch menu served ‘til 4pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Brooklyn Arts District ■ WEBSITE: www.districtnc.com
CAM cafÉ
Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets. As a Casual American Grill and Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds of people, Elijah’s is the place to be. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11:30-10:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available
CAM Café, located within the CAM delivers delightful surprises using fresh, local ingredients. The café serves lunch with seasonal options Tuesday thru Saturday, inspired “small plates” on Wednesday nights, an elegant yet approachable dinner on Thursday and brunch every Sunday. Look for a combination of fresh, regular menu items along with daily specials. As part of dining in an inspiring setting, the galleries are open during CAM Café hours which makes it the perfect destination to enjoy art of the plate along with the art of the museum. 3201 S 17th St. (910) 777-2363. ■ SERVING LUNCH, BRUNCH & DINNER: Hours: TuesSat: 11am – 3 pm; Wed-Thurs: 5 – 9pm; Sunday Brunch: 10am – 3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.camcafe.org
the district kitchen & Cocktails
A new addition to the Brooklyn Arts and downtown area, The District Kitchen & Cocktails is serving fresh, seasonal menus in a polished casual atmosphere. We feature locally
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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
Oceans Restaurant located in this oceanfront resort is a wonderful find. This is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh Seafood & Steak dinner while dinning outside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Chef Eric invites you to experience his daily specials in this magnificent setting. (910) 256-2231. 1706 N. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com
HOPS SUPPLY CO.
The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers. As hops are the heart of flavor for beer, our local seasonal ingredients are the soul of our culinary inspired American fare. 5400 Oleander Dr. (910) 833-8867. ■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com
JohnnyLukes KitchenBar
Good eats, good drinks, and great times is what JohnnyLukes KitchenBar is all about. JohnnyLukes KitchenBar serves Wilmington, NC a variety of 19 rotating craft beers on tap, a hand selected eclectic American wine list, fun cocktails, and of course, exceptional food. Our two-story layout brings the best of both worlds under one roof. Downstairs at JohnnyLukes KitchenBar pair your beer or wine with our Parmesan Crusted Pork Chop, Chicken Pot Pie, Ribeye, or one of our many main entrees and sharable plates. Or, join
us upstairs at JL’s Loft and pair a beer with one of our multiple burgers, JL’s roast beef sandwich, meatball sandwich, or one of our many appetizers (we recommend both!). So next time you are looking for a new and exciting restaurant in Wilmington, NC where you can experience both great craft beer and amazing food, be sure to head over to JohnnyLukes KitchenBar and JL’s Loft! 5500 Market Street, Suite 130. (910)-769-1798 ■ OPEN: JohnnyLukes KitchenBar: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 10pm; JL’s Loft: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.johnnylukeskb.com
The little dipper
Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433. ■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day through October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; “Date night menu,” $65/couple with beer
and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com
low tide pub
Located across from UNCW’s campus, Low Tide Pub serves up delicious fare and great drink specials in a fun atmosphere. Enjoy the biggest and best wings in town for only $0.50 on Sundays, a $5 daily lunch special, $2 daily beer special, and even taco Tuesdays. Their Mother Clucker is served just in time for the holidays: slow-roasted chicken with cranberries, housemade stuffing, lettuce, and tomato. Their Thai or Buffalo shrimp wrap, famed Monte Cristo and 1945-family secret cheesecake recipe will keep customers coming back for more. Karaoke Saturdays begin at 9:30 p.m., and trivia Tuesdays get underway weekly at 7:30 p.m. Low Tide has a beautiful, private deck, perfect for hosting parties and events. It’s midtown Wilmington’s favorite pub— ”where on the rocks is a good thing.” 4540 Fountain Drive, beside of PT’s. 910-313-2738. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER AND LATE-NIGHT: Mon., 6 p.m. - 1 a.m.; Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m. - 1 a.m.; Fri., 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.; Sat., noon - 2 a.m.; Sun., noon - 9 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown Wilmington, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, Saturday karaoke and Tuesday trivia night. ■ WEBSITE: www.lowtidepub.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
■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavorypub.com
the pub
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.
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
spicoli
“In crust we trust.” Spicoli specializes in classic NY style pizza with a totally unconventional (AND DELICIOUS) sourdough crust. We also feature one-of-a-kind burger creations, Jumbo wings complete with our perfect, house-made blue cheese or ranch. Or enjoy any of our unique vegan or gluten-free options. But Spicoli is not just amazing food. We keep it awesome with a killer juke box, classic arcade games, and great deals on everything at our full bar. Share some brews over PacMan or enjoy the area’s only 20in pie on our outdoor patio. Just make sure you are having fun. Don’t worry!! If you can’t come see us, we also have the largest delivery radius in town!! 1978 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-0339. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach
sweet ‘n’ savory cafÉ
Downtown Wilmington > 115 N. 2nd Street
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■ 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
Asian
staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com
kabuki korean cafÉ and sushi
Family-owned and operated, Kabuki Korean Café and Sushi is Wilmington’s only authentic Korean restaurant, freshly renovated and boasting a brand new menu! They feature delectable Korean BBQ, and are best known for traditional items like their bibimbop and bulgogi. But they also feature a large variety of Asian cuisine, from fresh sushi to fried rice to teriyaki dishes, dumplings, edamame and more. Open daily, Kabuki welcomes diners for lunch from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and dinner 4:30 to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. Stop by Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 10 p.m. 4102 Oleander Drive, Suite 2, at the corner of 41st Street, behind the Hess gas station. 910-350-3332. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:
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
Mon-Fri, 11am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun, noon-10pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Oleander Drive. ■ FEATURING: ILM’s only authentic Korean restaurant! ■ WEBSITE: www.kabukikoreancafe.com
KYOTO ASIAN GRILLE
Kyoto Asian Grille specializes in crafting mouth-watering food and providing superb customer service. We serve a plethora of Asian cuisines, from Chinese to Japanese to Thai, and have an unwavering commitment to flavor. All of
our ingredients are fresh, cooked to order, with artistic culinary flair. We also serve everything from sushi to traditional Chinese dishes, a plethora of curries to Pad Thai, hibachi and teriyaki dishes, and more. Come give us a try where you will find nothing in the freezer but the ice cream. Open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday. Located at 4102 Market Street, (910) 332-3302. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thu: 11am - 3pm and 5pm - 9:30pm or Fri - Sat, 11am - 3pm and 5pm - 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: An array of Asian cuisines, from Japanese to Chinese, Thai and more. ■ WEBSITE: www.kyotoasiangrille.com
Okami Japanese hibachi Steakhouse
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.
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■ 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 comprehen-
sive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172. ■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week @ 5PM; Sun-Wed until 10pm, Thurs until 11pm, Fri & Sat until Midnight. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees. Wednesday 80S NIGHT - 80s music and menu prices. Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert. ■ WEBSITE: www.yosake.com - @yosakeilm on Twitter & Instagram. Like us on Facebook.
Dinner Theatre theatrenow
TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events. Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street (910) 399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmingto ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com
Healthy NEMA LOUNGE and EATERY
Open since the summer of 2015, NeMa Eatery and Lounge boasts the delicacies of Chef Borkowski. Serving bold flavors in a variety of menu items form grass-fed burgers to artisan pizzas to small plates, the NeMa team takes diners across the world through palate pleasing menu items, including their “fancy fries”, doused with truffles and Parmesan. Borkowski takes pride in hand-crafted food, while the NeMa staff offers helpful, friendly knowledge. They offer vegan, gluten-and-allergy-friendly fare and Wine Down Wednesday (1/2 off glasses and bottles of wine). 225 S Water St. 910-769-3709 ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER AND BRUNCH: Closed Monday, Tuesday 12pm -9pm, Wednesday-Friday 12pm -10pm, Saturday 10am - 10pm, Sunday 10am - 9pm, Brunch Saturday and Sunday 10am - 2pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown, Chandler’s Wharf ■ FEATURING: Worldly eats, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free items ■ WEBSITE: www.nemalounge.com
Indian kabob and grill
Welcome to Kabob and Grill, downtown Wilmington’s only fine Indian restaurant. Located on Water Street, overlooking the Cape Fear River, Kabob and Grill innovatesexotic flavors of Indian kabobs and curries. Kabobs are baked to perfection in our “tandoor” clay oven fresh, daily. We take pride in offering a great selection of vegetarian entrees made with healthy spices, vegetables and herbs. We also serve vegan and gluten-free items, all aromatic and full of flavor. Our professional chef ensures our lavash and extensive menu appeals to all palates, whether choosing vegetarian, chicken, lamb, goat, or seafood. Our dining area is modern and upscale, yet steeped in Indian tradition. We have a full-service bar and are open seven days a week. We do take-out, delivery and welcome private parties. Live music and dance every Saturday. Please, check our website or facebook page for more information. www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com - 5 S. Water Street, (910) 833-5262. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch Sunday through Saturday 11am-3pm. Dinner Sunday through Thursday 5-10pm, Friday & Saturday 5-10:30pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Innovative Indian recipes, made fresh daily.
■ WEBSITE: www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com
tandoori bites Located on College Road, just opposite Hugh MacRae Park, Tandoori Bites offers fine Indian cuisine at affordable prices. Try one of 74 dishes on their lengthy menu, featuring a large range of side dishes and breads. They have specialties, such as lamb korma with nuts, spices and herbs in a mild creamy sauce, as well as seafood, like shrimp biryani with saffron-flavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts. They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger. Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Fri. 11-2:30 pm (Lunch Buffet) & 5-10 pm (Dinner), Sat. - Sun. 11:30 -3:00 pm (Lunch) & 5-10 pm (Dinner) ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch buffet ■ WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net
irish Halligan’s public house “Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous drinks lift the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” number one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll understand why. Of course, we also serve a full selection of other delicious entrees including seafood, steak and pasta, as well as a wide assortment of burgers, sandwiches (Halligan’s Cheese Steak), and salads. And if you are looking for
a friendly watering hole where you can raise a glass or two with friends, new and old, Halligan’s Public House boasts a comfortable bar where fun-loving bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills the air. Stop by Halligan’s Public House today, “When you’re at Halligan’s....you’re at home.” With 12 beers on tap and 16 flat screen TVs, you can watch your favorite game and enjoy your favorite drink. Enjoy two locatons: 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd., and 1900 Eastwood Rd. in Lumina Station. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 Days a Week Monday-Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Masonboro Loop and Lumina Station ■ FEATURING: The Best Reuben in Town! $5.99 lunch specials, Outdoor Patio ■ WEBSITE: www.halligansnc.com
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 Fat Tony’s Italian Pub Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% discount to students and faculty at CFCC. They have two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am10 pm; Fri.-Sat., 11 am-Midnight; Sun., noon-10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.
pizza knots. In fact, through Feb. 29, either flavor of knots are free with the purchase of any large pie; or customers can get 12 free wings when ordering two large 2 topping pizzas (dine-in or delivery; offers cannot be combined). With a knowledgeable staff providing excellent customer service— all of whom “respect the pie”—every order is cared for from placing it to picking it up. 3926 Market St. 910-399-6723. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm; Fri - Sat 11am - 11pm; Sun 11am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.mammabellapizzeria.com
Slice of life “Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m., 7 days a week, 365 days a year. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South. ■ FEATURING: The largest tequila selection in Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com
a taste of italy
mamma bella pizzeria Mamma Bella’s is Wilmington’s latest pie palace, offering fresh and unique pizzas, strombolis, sandwiches, salads, wings, and more. Diners can enjoy eating in their quaint dining space or have Mamma deliver to their doorstep ($10 minimum, three-mile radius). Nothing is frozen, and everything is made with top-notch ingredients, from the house meatballs to the pesto, salad dressings to marinara sauce, and beyond! Mamma bakes bread fresh several times daily and helps produce the most scrumptious cinnamon and/or
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
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selection of imported groceries, from pasta to olive oils, and everything in between. And last but certainly not least, allow them to help you make any occasion become a delicious Italian experience with their catering or call ahead ordering. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Friday 8:00am8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am-7:00pm, Sunday 11:00am6:00pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com ■ FEATURING: Sclafani goods, Polly-O cheese, Ferrara Torrone and much, much more!
Jamaican JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE
Tucked in the corner of University Landing, a block from UNCW is the hidden gem of Wilmington’s international cuisine scene - Jamaica’s Comfort Zone. This family owned restaurant provides a relaxing blend of Caribbean delights – along with reggae music – served up with irrepressible smiles for miles. From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, jerk and curry chicken, to our specialty 4-course meals ($12.00) and $6.99 Student meal. Catering options are available. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tuesday - Saturday 11:45am - 9:00pm and Sunday 1:30pm - 8pm. Monday Closed. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road #24 ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net
Latin American CEVICHE’S
Come enjoy the tropical flavors of Panama and Central America...from our fresh fish to our handmade empanadas, traditional arroz con pollo to fresh inspired salads, We hope you will be transported to simpler time with warm, friendly service, and festive vibe. Large selection of beer and wine, including red and white sangria, tropical mimosas, drink
jamaica’s comfort zone • jamaicascomfortzone.net specials daily. Just before the bridge at Wrightsville Beach. 7210 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 256-3131. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & BRUNCH: Mon-Sat 11am9pm, Sunday Brunch 9am-3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: www.wbceviche.com
san juan CafÉ
Offering the most authentic, gourmet Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. With dishes from countries such as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Cuba you’ll be able to savor a variety of flavors from all over Latin America. Located at 3314 Wrightsville Avenue. 910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Sat. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and from 5-10 p.m. Closed Sunday. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Nightly specials ■ WEBSITE: www.sanjuancafenc.com
Mexican 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: www.lacostamexicanrestauranwilmington.com
San Felipe Mexican Restaurant
At San Felipe, we pride ourselves in offering the best Mexican cuisine combined with a Mexican inspired dining experience that will instill a sense of “familia” with our patrons. Ditch the regular fare and try one of our Mexican inspired
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favorites such as our sizzling Certified Angus Beef Fajitas or our Carolina Chimichanga. Visit any of our 10 North Carolina locations to see for yourself and while your at it, try one of our delicious Margaritas! See you soon Amigos! Independence Mall, 3522 Oleander Dr - Wilmington, NC (910) 791-9277 and 1114 New Pointe Blvd - Leland, NC (910) 371-1188. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington, Leland & Southport ■ WEBSITE: www.sanfelipenc.com
Organic lovey’s natural foods & cafÉ
Lovey’s Natural Foods & Café is a true blessing for shoppers looking for organic and natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a veggie burger, hamburger or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar—which has cold, organic salads and hot selections—can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of delicious juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. wheat-free and gluten-free products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!” ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Café open: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.(salad bar open all the time). Market hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington in the Landfall Shopping Center ■ FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes. ■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com
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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Dock Street oyster bar
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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 the 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 11am-9pm, FriSat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday ■ WEBSITE: www.pilothouserest.com
SHUCKIN’ SHACK
Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-458-7380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). The Shack is the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more. Come in and check out the Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’
■ FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector
■ 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
Casey’s Buffet
In Wilmington, everyone knows where to go for solid country cooking. That place is Casey’s Buffet, winner of encore’s Best Country Cookin’/Soul Food and Buffet categories. “Every day we are open, somebody tells us it tastes just like their grandma’s or mama’s cooking,” co-owner Gena Casey says. Gena and her husband Larry run the show at the Oleander Drive restaurant where people are urged to enjoy all food indigenous to the South: fried chicken, barbecue, catfish, mac‘n’cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, chicken‘n’dumplings, biscuits and homemade banana puddin’ are among a few of many other delectable items. 5559 Oleander Drive. (910) 798-2913. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesdays. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Pig’s feet and chitterlings. ■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com
Rx Restaurant & bar
Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx Restaurant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up Southern cuisine made with ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. The Rx chef is committed to bringing fresh food to your table, so the menu changes daily based on what he finds locally. Rx drinks are as unique as the food—and just what the doctor ordered. Join us for a dining experience you will never forget! 421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080. ■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; FriSat, 5-10:30pm; Sun., 10am-3pm and 5-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com
pembroke’s
A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant. Pembroke’s focuses on the same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce. They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds. 1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-239-9153. ■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Open for dinner TuesSun, 5pm-close, with live music Fri-Sat nights. Sunday brunch, 10am-3pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.pembrokescuisine.com
Sports Bar Carolina Ale House
Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for awardwinning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11am-2am daily. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown
TVs in Wilmington. ■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com
dig and dive
“A new way to play with your food.” It isn’t just a catch phrase—it is what we do at Dig & Dive. Locally sourced, high-quality food is what we bring to the table. From our specialty “pork wings,” tossed in our famed bourbon-barrell Kentuckyaki sauce, to our fresh ground chuck burgers, to our dogs and sausages, and even salads and kids menu, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We pair it with an expansive craft beer selection—including a large selection of NC brewed beers—and we give you the most unique and fun atmosphere in Wilmington, thanks to our soft-sand volleyball courts, outdoor and indoor dining. Hands down, we’re the best place in town to ... Eat. Drink. Play. 3525 Lancelot Lane. 910-202-9350. ■ SERVING LUNCH & Dinner: Sun.-Thurs., 11am-midnight; Fri.-Sat., 11am-2am. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Market Street and Darlington ■ FEATURING: Burgers, dogs, build-your-own French fries, sandwiches, craft beer, volleyball courts. ■ WEBSITE: www.DigandDive.com
hell’s kitchen
Downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub shows every major sporting package on 10 HDTVs—and a huge HD projection screen! There is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style Reuben, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, pool, and did we mention sports? Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. (910) 763-4133. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & ■ LATE NIGHT: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 priced select appetizers Mon.-
Thurs., 4-7pm ■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com
Jax 5th Avenue 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: 910-859-7374. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: Full menu until 2am daily. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Daily food and drink specials. ■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/ JaxFifthAveDeliAleHouse
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Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters &
Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847. ■ SERVING DINNER: Mon.-Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com
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‘70S QUIRK:
Style Girl plans Gucci-inspired runway show on the skating rink
by: SHEA CARVER
VIRGIN SUICIDES REDUX: Sarah Royal and Ella Richardson channel Sofia Coppola’s dreamy ‘70s period film, “The Virgin Suicides,” with clothing from Style Girl Vintage inside the former A Second Time Around storefront window. Photography: Lisa Brown of Bella Rose Photography. Creative Direction + Styling: Jess James. Hair: Hannah Lynne Milojevich of Beauty Bar Boutique. Makeup: Amy Kennison.
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ashion! Turn to the left. Fashion! Turn to the right...” David Bowie’s famed words will take over Scooter’s Roller Rink come Thursday, May 12. Models donning throwback looks will be perfecting their turns during “That 70’s (FASHION) Show,” hosted by Style Girl Jess James. Inspired by Gucci’s runway looks from spring 2016, macrame wedges, high-waisted wide-legged pants and suede will be part of the season’s latest looks. Local boutiques will be showing off their wares as James and
styling partner Shannon Dunne put together a variety of looks indicative of the decade. “As soon as I saw designer Alessandro Michele’s spring/summer collection for Gucci, I was mesmerized by the lace, lurex knits, brocade, satin bomber jackets, geek-chic accessories, and an overall celebration of vintage, all wrapped up in a grosgrain bow,” James tells. The ladies have pulled from the eclectic quirk of the ‘70s disco era and added in a bit of nerdy demure (think sexy librarians). Hosting
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the show on Wilmington’s own vintage rink, Scooters, located off Shipyard Boulevard— which literally still looks the same as it did 50 years ago—James is enlisting the help of many locals to help make the show happen. “Legare of A Ribbon Runs Through It is creating an amazing 12-foot Gucci floral and gold light-up ‘wall’ as the backdrop to our runway,” James notes. The runway will be positioned in the middle of the roller rink, which only will be open to models taking a few twirls and turns on vintage skates.
The first and last hour of the show will have a pop-up market for folks to shop through items of featured boutiques that have dressed the 20-plus models in the show. They’ll wear a slew of threads, including a denim overall dress from Beanie + Cecil, printed jumpsuit from Aqua Fedora, ruffled blouses from Oliver, bomber jackets from Bloke, ruffled rompers from Hallelu, bright shoulder-baring dresses from Lula Balou, Gucci sunglasses from Front Street Opto Care, and more. Guests will relax on lucite vintage furniture, provided by Urbage out of Raleigh, NC. Dunne and James will pull
Birkin, Blondie. I think the magic happens in the details; we’ve got some surprises in store.” Many featured models have worked with James and Dunne before (Kelly Tada, Logan Brantley, Josh Robinson), though the ladies discover newbies at unexpected places. “I found Lauren Pietrzykowski waiting tables at the CAM before one of my Spring Fashion Preview events,” James says. “Carolina Simpson is the current WILMA cover girl, who recently modeled with The Avett Brothers for Garden and Gun. She was recommended by Hannah [Lynne], her cousin and the owner of our hair/makeup sponsor, Beauty Bar.” James held a fashion shoot with Lisa Brown of Bella Rose Photography last month in downtown Wilmington and headquartered the shoot out of her retail shop Style Girl Vintage (21 Market St.) from many of the looks, including Guccci accessories, have come.
MIXED PRINTS: Ella Richardson wearing mixed prints look from Style Girl Vintage with Gucci belt. Photography: Lisa Brown of Bella Rose Photography. Creative Direction + Styling: Jess James. Hair: Hannah Lynne Milojevich of Beauty Bar Boutique. Makeup: Amy Kennison.
At Thursday’s show, the threads may be the star, but light bites and sips will not disappoint from Little Pond Catering either. Ticket price includes a complimentary glass of wine, courtesy of One Hope Wine, which donates partial proceeds from its sales to causes year-round. To date they’ve donate over $1.8 million.
As well “That 70’s (FASHION) Show” will donate 10 percent of ticket proceeds to local no-kill shelters. James is looking to donate to PAWS Place and Saving Grace, the latter whom she worked with in adopting her own the looks 48 hours before the event. pup, Dakota. DJ Brian Hood will spin tunes “Styling is very instinctual to us,” James throughout the night, indicative of the ‘70s era. says. “That’s why we have so much fun workHe’ll also throw in tributes to David Bowie and ing together. Even though we have similar Prince for good measure. tastes, we are able to challenge and inspire “What other place holds more ‘70s nostalgia each other to take the look to the next level. For this event, we will keep the Gucci inspira- than your childhood roller rink, right?” James tion and some of our favorite ‘70s-style icons asks. “Pretty positive this is the first time Wilmin mind—David Bowie, Ali McGraw, Jane ington has ever seen a fashion show at a roller
NIGHT MOVES: Mixed prints and bohemian vibes abound in “That 70’s (FASHION) Show,” featuring trends from (l. to r.) Colby Burton in plaid pants and silk cat scarf from A Second Time Around and FFA North Carolina Jacket from Style Girl Vintage, as well as Ella, Adrienne and Sarah all with clothing and accessories from Style Girl Vintage. Photography: Lisa Brown of Bella Rose Photography. Creative Direction + Styling: Jess James. Hair: Hannah Lynne Milojevich of Beauty Bar Boutique. Makeup: Amy Kennison.
rink. It’s sure to be a memorable night!” The show is presented by Simply Noelle. Tickets are $25 in advance at www.stylegirljessjames.com or $35 at the door. First 10 tickets sold get VIP seating, front row, and a glass of Prosecco.
Details
That 70’s (FASHION) Show
Thursday May 12, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Scooter’s Roller Rink, 341 Shipyard Blvd Tickets: $25-$35 www.stylegirljessjames.com
DOG DAYS OF FASHION: Adrienne O’Docharty wears mixed prints from Style Girl Vintage. Colby Burton wears a look from A Second Time Around. Photography: Lisa Brown of Bella Rose Photography. Creative Direction + Styling: Jess James. Hair: Hannah Lynne Milojevich of Beauty Bar Boutique. Makeup: Amy Kennison.
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GOING ALOFT: Chapter 9, Heavy Weather Part 2
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he next morning, at breakfast of oats and coffee and apples, we all sat out in the cockpit ... even our poor seasick passenger. The rain had ceased on the artist’s early morning watch, leaving puddles and drips that were quickly evaporating in the morning sunshine. The wind was still blowing fresh, and we had to keep a hand on our empty bowls lest the wind took them and blew them overboard. “God, I’m tired,” I said. “What a night. My arm aches from working the bilge pump.”
the rail. The schooner raced diagonally across the crests, and the waves were tall enough that on the upswell we were lifted so that our masts seemed to graze the clouds. After a brief millisecond moment of hesitation, the sensation of weightlessness, then came the plummeting drop into the trough, surging and surfing down the back—and when we were down in the blue trenches between the mountains of water I had to look up and crane my neck to see the foamy white crest of the next one. At the summit of the next peak, I twisted in my seat and saw that the entire surface of the ocean, as far as I could look, was an endless infinite progression of these giant waves, marching on like an army toward the distant horizon. “Captain,”I asked, “what were the biggest waves you’ve ever seen?”
“Mine, too,” said Saint. “When I heard all that water sloshing around in the bilge, I thought for sure we were taking it on through a hole in the boat. It sounded like way too much for the amount of rain that “Going around Cape Horn on the thouwe had.” sand-day voyage I saw waves that were “Thank goodness it was only one of our maybe 30 or 40 feet,” said the captain. tanks leaking,” said the artist. “You really “One of them, it must have been a rogue scared me, Sinbad, when you yelled for wave or something because it hit me from the side and knocked the boat over. She the captain that we were sinking.” rolled over 360 degrees, and self-righted “You would yell too if you found a bunch herself, and even kept sailing the course of water inside the boat,” said the pas- I had her on.” senger. “I thought for sure we were sink“How did you know that she turned ing. And I was going to die out here in the over?” asked the artist. middle of this wretched ocean.” “I was in the galley cooking rice and “I wasn’t faulting him,” said the artist. “I’m glad he said something. You were the lentils for lunch,” said the captain. “All of only ones down there when it happened.” a sudden, the boat pitched over violently. I tried to grab hold of the railing on the gal“When I tasted it, I knew we weren’t tak- ley steps, but it was too sudden and I hit ing on water because it was all fresh,” said the back of my head and blacked out for a Captain. “It doesn’t look like we lost that little bit. I was woken up by ice-cold water much. Maybe one of the hoses came off squirting through the galley hatch. I imthe top of the tank in all that motion last mediately turned off the stove and ran out night.” on deck to check out what had happened. “We’ll have to take a look today, I Well, I was running under just a small storm guess,” offered the saint. “It seems like it’s staysail, downwind, and that was the only sail I had up. It was completely shredded, stopped. Anyone want more oatmeal?” just torn to ribbons. I knew I had to get “Yes, please,” said the captain. it down as soon as possible, because a “These are some pretty big waves that piece of it might wrap around the forestay storm kicked up,” I said, looking out over and I’d never be able to get it down ... at least not until the weather had calmed to the point where I could go up the mast. So I went up forward and wrestled that sail down in the cold rain and gale-force winds—now remember, I was only wearing a light sweatshirt because I had been inside cooking when it happened. I was so cold, man, I could hardly feel my hands. But I kept at it and got the sail down, and
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just stuffed it down the forward hatch, and said, I’ll deal with it later. Now I need to go back inside before I get frostbite.” We were all riveted. The captain took a sip of his coffee. “So I went back inside and I was just worn out, but I knew I had to get the boat sailing again, or else I’d never really relax. I put on another layer and went out again to put up my spare staysail. That took me another hour, including the time it took me to get the boat balanced on her course. When I finally came below I could barely stand. Remember, I hadn’t eaten yet. Then I stripped down, built a fire in the little wood-burning stove I had in the pilothouse, checked my position to make sure I wasn’t near anything I could run into, and then just went and fell into bed. That was about the best sleep I had on the whole voyage. I know you’re supposed to keep a watch at all times, but there’s a limit to what one man can really do.” “Wait, I still don’t get it,” said the saint. “You never explained how you knew she had turned over.” “Ah, yes, how did I know. Well, when I went back into the galley after I woke up, my rice and lentils were stuck to the ceiling directly above the stove. There’s no way they could have gotten all the way up there unless she had turned over and then
righted herself,” said the captain. “Makes sense,” agreed Saint. “Look,” said the artist, and pointed astern. We all turned. At the peak of each wave, the crumbling crest was lining up with the rising sun in such a way that the morning light shone in directly behind it, backlighting it to the most emerald green color I had ever seen. This, combined with the white breaking sea foam and the endlessly deep, true blue of pure pelagic water, lit up my eyes with the heartbreaking beauty, the incomprehensible majesty of the ocean seen by everyone who has known her in all her moods. It was like seeing colors for the first time. Out of the ocean’s rage, out of her violence, came this sight, this rare polished gem risen from the depths of the sea of eternity, and I knew then that the chance just to be out here, to experience this furious and sublime beauty, was the most meaningful gift I could ever receive in my life. I was glad to be here in this wave-tossed schooner with my friends, surrounded by the beauty of nature, and silently I prayed to my forgotten God that this voyage would never end. John Wolfe is a licensed captain who still gets seasick in rough weather, but goes sailing anyway. He holds a BFA in creative writing from UNCW. When he’s not writing, he can be found on the water, playing music or drinking beer. “Going Aloft” is Wolfe’s nonfiction serialized piece, to be published in encore every other week in 2016.
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happenings & events across wilmington
to-do calendar events EL GALEON SHIP TOURS
The tall ship El Galeon will be revisiting Wilmington 5/11-15, 10am-6pm. Reproduction of a 16th century Spanish Galleon will arrive on May 10 at the pier at Port City Marina, 10 Harnett St., in downtown Wilmington, adjacent to the Convention Center and PPD. This event is brought to you by Wilmington Harbor Enhancement Trust (WHET). Built in Spain by the Nao Victoria Foundation the ship specializes in promoting and spreading historical events which are supported by the construc-
tion of historical boats (Nao Victoria and El Galeon) that are sailed throughout the ports of the world. The ship will be open to tours for individuals, groups, and sponsored events. Receive information on sponsored events by contacting the Wilmington Harbor Enhancement Trust at whetsecretary@gmail.com. Tickets are $10 Adults, $5 children 6-12, Free children 5 and under. Group tours available for school groups, museums, scouts, and camps for $5 per student and chaperones admitted free of charge.. www.wilmingtondocks.com and will also be on sale at Port City Marina on the days of the tours.
MARINA DAY
5/14: Join us for a fun filled day at the Carolina Beach State Park Marina from 10am to 4pm. There will be classic boats on display, safety demonstrations, vessel safety checks, boating information and the Underwater Archaeology will be on site with displays and information. There will also be kayaks and paddle boards and much more. Bring the whole family out for the fun. For more information contact the park office at (910) 458-8206 or email at carolina. beach@ncparks.gov. Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Rd.
DOWNTOWN LIFESTYLE TOUR
5/14, 11am: Wilmington Downtown, Inc. (WDI) will host its annual Downtown Lifestyle Tour on May 14th. This tour features living spaces and businesses throughout downtown and is a great way to introduce people to the unique housing options that the city center offers and to show how great it can be to live here. Tour will showcase a variety of styles including single family homes, townhomes and apartments. It will also highlight homes for sale, much like a downtown open house. Downtown Wilmington. WDI: 910-763-7349. THAT 70’S (FASHION) SHOW
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SOUTHERN EXPOSURE
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RIMS ON THE RIVER
5/20-22: The Antique Car & Hot Rod Show in Downtown Wilmington feat. cars dating 1980 and older line the streets of the historic downtown area, with the Cape Fear River and the diverse collection of retail stores as their backdrop. Appx. 700 vehicles on display. Advance admission charge: $10 or $15 the day of the show. Held on North and South Front St. all the way from Orange St., heading North to Red Cross St., near Cape Fear Community College. Pre-event parties at downtown venues w/live bands and general entertainment, 5/20. Car placement begins at 9am, 5/21, with the car show from 11am-5pm. Awards presentation at 4pm at Bailey Theater Park, 18 N. Front St., across from the Front Street Brewery. Free concert will be held after the award ceremony. Meet at Cape Fear Community College’s Schwartz Center parking lot for our annual cruise to wrap up the weekend’s festivities, 5/22, noon.
CAROLINA BEACH STREET ARTS FEST
5/21, 8am: Carolina Beach Street Arts Festival continues to grow and adds another unique event, “Street Chalk Art Competition.” Annual competition brings individual artists and teams of all ages to show off their creative drawing skills. Takes place at Cape Fear Blvd. on Carolina Beach, with the Street Chalk Art Competition beginning at 10am and ending at 4pm, w/winners for the $100 prize announced at 4:30pm. Fest is an all-day event with more than 100 artists providing exhibitions, performances and many hands-on activities. Artists interested in participating can request an application by emailing Chris@ArtfulLivingGroup.com or 610-909-7643.
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es. Open house style receptions at: Bespoke Coffee & Dry Goods, Bloke Apparel, Louie’s Hot Dogs, G & K Hair Studio, New Elements Gallery, SDI Construction, and Terry Richardson Attorney at Law. Art in Bloom will host an art opening for “Full Circle,” featuring artists Elizabeth Darrow, Susan Francy, and Traudi Thornton. Chanteuse Rebekah Todd will be providing entertainment and the Catch Food Truck will be available to patrons.
charity/fundraisers WSO GOLF CLASSIC
19th Annual Wilmington Symphony Golf Classic on Mon., 5/9, 8am at Eagle Point Golf Club. Fundraiser for Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and its youth education programs. Eagle Point Golf Club is the official course of the 2017 PGA Tour Wells Fargo Championship—ranked number 67 in Golf Digest’s list of America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses. It is an exclusive 18-hole, caddied course, with 7,170 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. Golfers enjoy stunning scenery, great amenities, and fabulous food! Tournament is to provide additional sources of financial support for our local orchestra’s operating needs including youth education programs such as the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra and Junior Strings. The event also helps keep the image of the Wilmington Symphony strong and appealing to business leaders as a multi-faceted asset for the Cape Fear region, providing value in regional identity, image, pride and prestige. Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses
both large and small. wilmingtonsymphony. org. 8131 Bald Eagle Ln. LAST CHANCE FOR WHITE PANTS RAFFLE
A trip to Italy and a trip to Portugal are up for grabs in two raffles to support the nonprofit Lower Cape Fear Hospice. Tickets are on sale now. Raffles are part of the agency’s annual Last Chance for White Pants Gala, but organizers believe the raffle tickets will sell out long before the party of the summer kicks off. Both trips, which are for nine days each for two people, include airfare from Wilmington, seven-nights hotel accommodations at a four-star hotel, breakfast daily and round-trip transfers from airport to hotel in the destination city. 500 raffle tickets sold. Estimated value of ea. trip is $10,000. Raffle tickets are $100 each. Participants must be 18 or older to purchase a ticket. Winners don’t have to be at the gala to claim the prize, but everyone is encouraged purchase their gala tickets early to attend. Gala tickets are $150 each. The gala will be 7 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, Aug. 27, at Audi Cape Fear, 255 Old Eastwood Road in Wilmington. Buying tickets for the gala or raffles helps LCFH provide end-of-life care and comfort to those who need it most. www.hospicewhitepants.org or call 796-8099 ext. 6.
NOURISH NC FOOD DRIVE
Wilmington office of Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage is hosting a food drive, through 5/13, to benefit Nourish NC, a nonprofit that provides hungry children with healthy food, empowering them to succeed in the classroom and in their community. Nourish NC provides children with eight meals and two snacks each weekend, as well as three
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meals a day over extended school-designated breaks (holiday, spring and summer). Wilmington office (1001 Military Cutoff Road across from Mayfaire)wants to collect at least 400 food items during the drive. Public may drop off non-perishable food items, including pantry staples such as rice, pasta and canned goods. www.nourishnc.org. www. seacoastrealty.com. ORTHOWILMINGTON 5K
5/14: Benefits and celebrates the achievements of the boys and girls in Girls on the Run and Stride of Coastal Carolina. Join us on May 14th as over 600 boys and girls celebrate their season. Runners, walkers and strollers are welcome! Girls on the Run and STRIDE participants do not need to register for 5k. Participants are already registered with program registration. Starts at Port City Community Church 250 Vision Dr. Race shirts guaranteed to first 600 pre-registered participants who attend packet pickup! Pick up packets on Fri., 5/13, 3:30-6pm, and at OrthoWilmington, Shipyard location (3787 Shipyard Blvd), 4-6pm, or on Sat., 5/14, 6:30-7:30am, location Port City Community Church. www.nckidsrun.org for more information on our GOTR / STRIDE programs. www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org/races.
HOPE GALA
5/21, 6pm: The Hope Gala, JDRF’s signature black tie event, will take place on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at the Wilmington Convention Center, located on the Cape Fear River in downtown Wilmington. The evening will include silent and live auctions, cocktails, gourmet dinner, Fund A Cure & live music
with dancing. Proceeds benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Tickets range from $200 - $25,000. Registration closes May 16th. 515 Nutt Street
music/concerts BASS STATION
Thursdays at The Juggling Gypsy Cafe is a weekly event presented by Bass Cadet Productions and centered around bringing an immersive interactive platform to highlight artists from around the East Coast and beyond. The event spotlights DJs, VJs, flow artists, painters and fire performers each week. This is more than a scene, it’s a movement. 1612 Castle St.
ROB NATHANSON
5/11, 5:30pm: Stop in for the Café’s tapas menu and enjoy Rob’s classical guitar music while you dine. The café’s open 5-9pm on Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.
Jazz at the Mansion, A Concert Series!
5/12: New Hanover High School Jazz Band • 6/9, AJ Reynolds Band • 7/14, Wilmington Jazz Messengers • 8/11, Vanessa Lynch • 9/8, September 8th El Jaye Johnson and the Port City All-Stars. Bring your blankets or chairs and relax on the lawn to the sounds of America’s classic songs played by outstanding artists from Wilmington and beyond. All concerts start at 6:30pm. Beer and wine sold. $12 admission; $10 members. Current members of The Bellamy Museum of Arts or The Cape Fear Jazz Society. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.
Pulling Back the Curtain:
Special Effects Makeup Ever wonder how characters, props and creatures are made for television and film? Take a behind the scenes look at the film industry with award-winning makeup, special effects makeup and prosthetics artist Jeff Goodwin.
Friday, May 13, 2016 7:00 PM Museum members & students: free; non-members: $5
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Goodwin’s credits include David Lynch’s cult classic Blue Velvet, rambo III, The Last of the Mohicans, the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, ang Lee’s ride with the Devil, and War and Peace.
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5/12, 4pm and 7:30pm: Since coming together in November 2010, this incomparable quintet has made songs by Elton John, Sting, Carly Simon, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Carole King, Tommy James & The Shondells, Barry Manilow and many other superstars come to life like no other group by delivering sizzling shows that combine live music, eye-popping videos and reminiscences born from their witnessing and making musical history as it happened. Songs include“Crocodile Rock,” “You’re So Vain,” “Lets Hang On,” “Sherry” and “Who Loves You.” www.thalianhall.org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.
ILM BEACH BOYS CHOIR
5/13, 6pm: Wilmington “Beach” Boys Choir performs selections by Georg Telemann, John Rutter, Andrew Lloyd Webber, as well as a “Beach Boys Blast” arranged by Jay Higgins. Don’t miss this! St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th Street
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5/14, 2pm: The Cape Fear Chordsmen present “60 Years of Music and Memories” featuring the Let’s Sing Quartet. The show will be held on May 14 with a matinee at 2 pm and evening show at 7 pm. at the Scottish Rite Temple, 1415 South 17th St. Tickets: $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for children 12 and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Contact any Chordsman, or go on line at capefearchordsmen.com or call 910-5411256 for tickets. The Scottish Rite Temple, 1415 S 17th St.
Wade in the water
2015-2016 season, ‘From Broadway to the Beach,’ marks the 65th Anniversary of the Wilmington Choral Society and this program promises to be a wonderful feel-good afternoon for audience members of all ages. Highlights of the program include “Blue Skies” and “How Deep is the Ocean” by Irving Berlin, the Gershwin brothers’ iconic “Summertime,” and spirituals Deep River and “Wade in the Water.” Also performed will be a Beach Boys’ “Surfin’ USA” medley, traditional folk songs “The Water Is Wide” and “What Shall We Do with the Drunken Sailor?”, Simon and Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” and Aaron Copland’s wonderful adaptation of “At the River.” Led by Paula Brinkman, musical director and conductor of the society. Audience members are encouraged to bring a donation or nonperishable food item to the concert to be delivered to the Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard Food Pantry. www.wilmingtonchoralsociety.com to purchase tickets or contact Fine Arts Center, 700 North Third Street, in person, by phone at (910) 362-7999 or online at http://cfcc.edu/ capefearstage/tickets-and-events. $5-$12. 701 North Third St. feel the spirit
5/20, 7pm: Girls’ Choir of Wilmington, Feel the Spirit! Spring Concert, St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 612 S College Rd. The Girls’ Choir of Wilmington presents a concert of sacred classics, spirituals, Broadway tunes, and Paul Halley’s “Freedom Trilogy,” a unique and unforgettable blending of solemn church chant, South African freedom songs, and the hymn “Amazing Grace.” Conducted by Sandy Errante and accompanied by Steven Errante. Admission is free. http://
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5/21, 7pm: The Wilmington Celebration FAKE BROTHERS’ MAYDAY Every Thurs. in May, 8pm: Mayday is coheChoir presents their annual Spring Hymn sive collection of sketches and songs curated Sing featuring the WCC and many other by Fake Brothers Productions exploring the groups from all around the area singing fatheme of letting go of your worries and folvorite hymns. Everyone is invited to come lowing your dreams. City Stage Co., 21 North and join in. The event is free with a love ofFront St. fering received. Pine Valley Baptist Church, A FEW GOOD MEN 3940 Shipyard Blvd. Panache Theatrical Productions will present A Few Good Men at the Red Barn Studio Theatre May 5-22, Thurs.-Sat. at 8pm and on Sun. at 3pm. The riveting courtroom drama, written by Aaron Sorkin, centers on a young Navy lawyer, KUDZU QUEEN Lt. Daniel Kaffee at first more interested in soft“The Kudzu Queen” by Wiley Cash adapted ball than the case in front of him. Prodded by by Gwenyfar Rohler, Fri-Sat, through 6/4, a female member of his defense team, Kaffee 7pm. Doors open 1 hour before showtime. finds himself pit against top brass as he atTickets: $37 for dinner, $21 for show only, tempts to defend two Marines on trial for mur$17 for mezzanine with discounts for seniors, dering one of their own. The show premiered students and groups. $1 donation from each on Broadway in 1989 followed by a successticket to benefit the Cape Fear Literacy Counful film version starring Tom Cruise and Jack cil. Cash is The New York Times best-selling Nicholson that was released in 1992. Tickets author of “A Land More Kind Than Home” and may be purchased by calling 910-251-1788 “This Dark Road to Mercy.” The Kudzu Queen or visiting www.thalian.org. Red Barn Studio follows how one plant and one pageant forTheatre, 1122 South 3rd St. ever changed the life of Grenadine Purdy of Enoree, SC. Funny but poignant short story THE FANTASTICKS comes to life at TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. 5/12-29, Thurs.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 3pm: www.theatrewilmington.com The first musical in the newly renovated Ruth & Bucky Stein Theatre. Theatre, directed by GREEDY Shane Fernando. Featuring Khawon Porter, Old legends and modern troubles come Courthey Poland, Gary Beddingfield, Jonaface to face in the titular town of Josh Baithon Wallin, Michael Lauricella, Tony Rivenley’s “Greedy.” Directed by Ron Hasson and bark, Eddie Waters and Joshua Robinson; starring Craig Kittner (Chat Room), Andrew scenic design by Gary Ralph Smith and music Liguori (She Kills Monsters), Penelope Grodirection by Chiaki Ito. The Fantasticks, by ver (The Lambda), Lily Nicole (Titus AndroniTom Jones & Harvey Schmidt, is the world’s cus), Jessica Hall (Amazing Wonder Shorts), longest running musical for over 50 years in and Chris Schatzle (The Spaghetti Catalyst), Manhattan and entrancing generations of auGreedy is a mysterious gothic drama that diences the world over. A funny and romantic serves as the first play in the Browncoat’s musical about a boy, a girl, two fathers and “Ten Years & Still Flyin’” season. “Greedy” is a wall. The narrator, El Gallo asks the audithe story of a small town, where local legends ence to use their imagination and follow him and town gossip mix and meld until what into a world of moonlight and magic, where is supernatural and what is reality begin to love, separation and reconnection carry the merge. What happens when the mundane, story. 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Parody of the stereotypical parlor mysish farce called “Nothing On.” May 19-29, tery in the style of Agatha Christie’s The at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. Thurs.-Sat., Mousetrap, as well as, of the critics watch7:30pm; Sun., 3pm. Tickets are $30 with seing the play, with their personal desires and nior, youth and group discounts available and obsessions interwoven into their bombastic Thrifty Thursday performances are always and pompous reviews. The title is a direct $15. www.thalian.org or call 910-632-2285. reference to the ending of The Mousetrap. May 12-15, Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St. $20 GA; $18 students, seniors, military and $15 on Thurs. (910) 367-5237, bigdawgpro@ DEAD CROW 5/13-14, 7pm/9:30pm: Ian Edwards was born gmail.com, or through Brown Paper Tickets. in England, raised in Jamaica, and moved to BATMAN’S DAY OFF New York with his family when he was 17. Ian One fake sick day sends caped crusader launched his career through stand-up comBatman, his girlfriend Wonder Woman, and edy. His first writing job was on The Keenan his best friend Superman on the adventure of Ivory Wayans Show in 1998. In 2000, Edwards their lives, as they ditch the Justice League wrote on MTV’s The Lyricist Lounge Show. He and take off on a raucous journey through wrote on ABC’s The Big House starring Kevin Gotham, being sure to stay one step ahead Hart, and in 2005, Edwards was a regular cast of Commissioner Gordan, who is determined member on season 6 of MTV’s Punk’d, and a to catch them in the act. Wednesday, May 11 story editor on Cartoon Network’s The Boonat 8 pm (Doors at 7:30). Encore performance:
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5/18-22: 7th Annual Cape Fear Comedy Festival is set for Wed May 18th- Sat May 21st, 2016 at multiple venues in Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. The event features a diverse array of comedic performers from all over the country. Shane Mauss, Mary Mack and Reformed Whores will be our headliners for this year’s festival. Festival will have shows at Dead Crow Comedy Room, Reel Cafe, City Stage The Lazy Pirate and Bombers Beverage Company. www.CapeFearComedy.com
A GOOD TRIP
5/19, 9pm: A stand-up comedy show about psychedelics. Shane Mauss has too many credits to name. Since winning HBO’s Comedy Arts Festival “Best Stand up Comic” Award, he’s gone on to be a favorite on Conan, Jimmy Kimmel, Comedy Central, Netflix, and Showtime. His latest album, ‘My Big Break’, debuted at #1 on the iTunes comedy chart and now he’s diving into a brand new hour about one of his admittedly controversial lifelong passions: psychedelics. City Stage/Cape Fear Theatre Arts, LLC, 21 N. Front St.
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Evening of energetic, contemporary American country dancing—exercise that’s actually fun, done to live music by Box of Chocolates band—fiddle, percussion, guitar, dulcimer, bass, mandolin and more! Dress cool & comfortable, soft-soled shoes. 2nd and 4th Tues each month. All ages welcome. United Methodist Church, 409 S. 5 Ave.
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“In The Poetics of Space, Gaston Bachelard reveals time after time that setting is more than scene in works of art, that it is often the armature around which the work revolves”. When I experience a new place, I become open to the poetics of that space. Please come and take my Grand Tour of art inspired by places around the world. Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.
ODYSSEY
Odyssey exhibit features new works from painters Kevin Bass and Sally Sutton. Both artists playfully traverse back and forth between faithful representation and extreme abstraction. 201 Princess Street, the corner of 2nd and Princess, in historic downtown Wilmington. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11am-6pm or by appt.
ARTIFICIAL LIGHT
Duncan Hill’s photographic exhibition ‘Artificial Light’ is on view at UNCW’s Boseman Gallery until August 5th, 2016. http://uncw.edu/ boseman. UNCW Boseman Art Gallery, 601 S College Rd.
KATIE MARTIN
Flytrap Brewing presents “Life Alive” from local artist, Katie Martin. Martin received her B.A. in Studio Art from UNCW, where the wilderness and natural beauty of her surroundings played an integral role in the inspiration for her artwork. Pairing a bold color palette with a slightly abstract, contemporary style, she depicts wild, natural environments and the wildlife that inhabits them. Display through June 30. 319 Walnut St.
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Call for Artists by Wilmington Art Association for 2D Visual and 3D Heritage Arts adults 50 and over—Statewide Art Competition plus Exhibition and sale for three days. -$15 to enter 5 pieces of art. No uploading images Deadline to enter 4/25. www.wilmington-art.org 5/12, 6pm: Artist Kelly Vannortwick presents her exhibition, Tears, Sweat and the Sea, at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way
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5/14, 1pm: Cape Fear Men’s Club members will be exhibiting their photography, paintings, sculptures, pottery and woodworking items. New Hanover County Public Library, NE branch, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.
museums CAMERON ART MUSEUM
Exhibits: Through 6/5: Bones Of: Sculptures by Dustin Farnsworth: New acquisition to the permanent collection in context of seven other works by this rising artist. Inspired by 19th century architecture of the theatre, Farnsworth reflects, “I create a lush, emotionallycharged rabbit hole to fall into and explore. These sculptures act as anthropological studies of cultural, familial and social heredity of a culture in the interim of post-industry and the coming age.” Farnsworth, a recent resident artist at Penland School of Craft (2012-2015) is now continuing his studio practice as a Windgate resident and Honorary Fellow at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2015-2016). • Through 7/10: Raise the Curtain: Galleries become two working studios in this presentation of the original front curtain unveiled October 12, 1858 during the premier opening of Wilmington’s Thalian Hall. The 32’ curtain painted by Russell Smith, Hudson River-inspired Pennsylvania artist, undergoes conservation treatment while local artists paint a 19’ x 32’ replica of the venerable scene, featuring arrival of Viking long ships to Apollo’s temple, as oracles are read on the eve of the Olympic games. • Through 9/11: She Tells a Story celebrates the work of women artists from CAM’s permanent collection and connects the art forms of visual and literary arts. Fifteen Wilmington-area women writers contribute text (of their chosen format) on select works from the exhibition. The juxtaposition of the artwork with the written word will illuminate how these artists and writers explore their experiences, perspectives and world views through their chosen medium. • Through 7/17: Patchwork North America: Paintings by Virginia WrightFrierson: From extensive travel by road and by air, Wright-Frierson has created over 100 paintings framing scenes, as if looking through a window, across the US and Canada. • She Tells a Story: Celebrates the work of fifty-two visual artists from CAM’s permanent collection and connects the forms of visual and literary arts. Exploring the catalytic relationship between visual imagery and text, CAM invited fourteen Wilmington-area writers to compose new work inspired by these selections. This juxtaposition of visual with word illuminates how artists communicate their experiences, perspectives and world views through their chosen medium. CAM Café hrs: Tues,-Sat,, 11am-3pm; Sun., 10am-3pm; Wed.-Thurs. 5-9pm. 910-395-5999. www.cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St.
BATTLESHIP NC: SYSTEM AND DESIGN
5/14, 1pm: As the first of the 10 fast battleships which served in WWII, NORTH CAROLINA paved the way for those battleships that followed. Hampered by treaty restrictions, naval architects still managed to weave the various ship systems together into an efficient and elegant naval weapons system – the first
battleship constructed in sixteen years. LtCol Ken Rittenmeyer, USAF (Ret) will provide participants with an insightful afternoon program explaining these various shipboard systems – armor, fuel, propulsion, electrical, etc. – that make NORTH CAROLINA an effective warship and how they are skillfully incorporated into this engineering wonder. A one-hour presentation followed by a two-hour shipboard exploration comprise this engaging program. Tour is limited to 12 participants age 18 and older. It is not appropriate for those who have difficulty climbing narrow ladders or over kneehigh hatches. Wear comfortable, washable clothing, sturdy, rubber-soled shoes and bring a camera! Water provided. Registration and payment are due Thursday before the event. Call 910-251-5797 to reserve your space in this fascinating program. Battleship Park, 1 Battleship Rd NE 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. www.wbmuseum.com.
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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! Exhibit April 22nd and 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. • 5/13, 7pm: Pulling Back the Curatin: Free for members and students with ID and $5 non-members. Ever wonder how characters, props and creatures are made for television and film? Take a behind the scenes look at the film industry with award-winning makeup, special effects makeup and prosthetics artist Jeff Goodwin. His credits include David Lynch’s cult classic Blue Velvet, Rambo III, The Last of the Mohicans, the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Empire Records, Ang Lee’s Ride with the Devil, A Walk to Remember and War and Peace. Cosponsored by the Cape Fear Independent Film Network. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.
WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM
Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. North-
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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.
LATIMER HOUSE
Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. latimerhouse.org
BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE
18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. (910) 762-0570. www.burgwinwrighthouse.com.
CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM
World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy.” and “Sheena”, a 23ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 7621669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
5/13, 5pm: New Hanover High School Honors Service Learning Students Host CMoW Fundraiser: We’ve heard your suggestions and for the first time ever, the Children’s Museum of Wilmington and New Hanover High School present. Pipsqueak Pizza Putt! $5/ person, unlimited pizza, putt putt and play; family-friendly event! • Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books,
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 (18211907) and their nine children. After the fall
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kids stuff SUPER SATURDAY FUN TIME
Appropriate for ages 4-10, but all ages welcome. Dock the Dog and Dock Street Kids for 10 exciting episodes of Super Saturday Fun Time, TheatreNOW’s live theatrical show featuring local history and mystery and super guest stars, hosted by Captain Coy T. Plunkett (Zach Hanner). Live music, games, cartoons, short films, and his favorite surf “nuggets.” Dock Street Kids and their alwayshungry dog, Dock, solve adventures. Parents can even drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly snacks and drinks available for purchase. We also do custom birthday packages with a chance to interact with all the characters and even step onstage and be a part of the action. /26: Mystery of Blackbeard
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Cameron Art Museum, every Thurs., 1010:30am: 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.
HAMMERHEADS SOCCER
The goal of the Wilmington Hammerheads and the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation Department is to provide the highest quality soccer coaching program to the youth of our community. Hammerhead Players and Youth staff will teach the fundamental skills and advanced technical and tactical play
necessary to enhance each player’s game. Continues through May 3. 1 Bob Sawyer Dr. LITTLE EXPLORERS
5/12, 10am: Digging in Dirt: 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. • 5/18, 10am: Water Wonders: 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. Parental participation is required. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.
FAMILY SCIENCE DAY
Get Your Motor Running, 5/14: Investigate what happens between the ignition and the wheels when you operate an automobile. Explore the metal parts, wires and cables, tubes and hoses that make your car move. Discover different types of engines and experiment with turning power into motion. Parental participation is required. • 5/14: Cape Fear Flora: How have different plants helped shape the history of our area? Get an up-close look at cotton, longleaf pine trees and more. Examine native and non-native species and discover tools to help you identify local trees and other plants. Free for members or with GA. PreK: 10am. Ages 5-14: 11am and noon. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.
PreK Planetarium Pajama Party
Free for members; non-members $5 per child, parents are free. Enjoy bedtime stories under
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the stars in the Museum’s digital planetarium! Children and parents will explore the night sky, make star pictures, and sing star songs. Pajamas and blankies are encouraged and kids are welcome to bring their favorite bedtime stuffed animal. Perfect for children ages 3-6 and their adult helper. Parental participation is required. Space is limited to 50. Participants must pre-register by calling Pepper Hill at 910-798-4362 or cgmprograms@nhcgov. com. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. youth fencing event
5/21, 10am: Last youth event of the season. Spectators free and welcome. Foil 10 am, sabre 1:30 pm, epee 3:30 pm. $5 entry fee per weapon. This is the last event of the season and swords will be awarded at the event. Tileston Gym at St. Mary, 5th and Ann
outdoors/recreation Civil War Cruise W/Chris Fonvielle
Are you a history buff? Do you enjoy boat rides? Well you are in luck! Join us at Wilmington Water Tours for an informative history cruise. This is a 3 hour cruise with narration by Chris Fonvielle who is a UNCW professor and a very knowledgeable Civil War historian. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St. RSVP: (910) 338-3134. $40 for adults and $20 for children.
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NATIVE PLANTS AND BUTTERFLIES
5/21, 9:15am: Join Airlie Gardens’ environmental educator Jennifer O’Keefe for a free program on the relationship between native plants and butterflies. Learn how you can create a native habitat suitable for every stage of the butterfly’s life cycle right in your yard. Be sure to visit our Plantpalooza event after the program. Wild Bird & Garden (Wilmington), 3501 Oleander Dr (Hanover Center)
PLANTAPALOOZA
5/21, 10am: Join Wild Bird & Garden for a fun plant sale extravaganza! We’ll have a great selection of native plants and heirloom vegetables for sale, a variety of free micro-workshops, and some of our favorite local growers will be on hand to answer your questions. Bee City USA will also be here to answer your pollinator questions…Be sure to stop by! 3501 Oleander Dr (Hanover Center).
film CUCALORUS CALL FOR FILMMAKERS
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9th Annual Carolina Sand Blast Beach Soccer Tournament is unrestricted. Teams registered in good standing with any U.S. Soccer Federation affiliate are eligible to apply. Individual players forming teams are also accepted with
proof of age and waiver. Has been at full capacity the last 3 years in row. Early registration is highly encouraged due to the popularity of this event and the limited number of teams we can accept. Once brackets are full, registration will close. Register: www.carolinasandblast. org/2016-registration.html. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area, 1000 Loggerhead Rd.
reality, artistic interventions, installations and multi-media stories. Entrepreneurs can submit to the CONNECT Conference; applications for speakers, panels, workshops, and pitches are being accepted now. Cucalorus’ general call for entries extends through late July, with separate deadlines for Dance-alorus performance pieces and Works-inProgress. The regular deadline is 6/23 and the late deadline is 7/14. Cucalorus is also currently accepting submissions for the fifth annual Surfalorus Film Festival and a range of other year-round programs. Natalie Lentz at programming@cucalorus.org. 815 Princess St. www.cualorus.org. THIRD ANNUAL JEWISH FILM FEST
Eight films showing, through 5/11, followed by dessert receptions. www.wilmingtonjff.org. Pass: $80. Individual screening tickets available at www.thalianhall.org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.
classes metal work and jewelry classes
Metal and wire work jewelry classes held every Tuesday morning, 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). Prereg: Karen Keffer Pridemore, takeyourpickdesigns@yahoo.com.
INTEGRATIVE HEALING ARTS
Gentle Beginner Yoga, 8:30-9:15am, with Lisa Keating. Bring yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Lisa will lead you through gentle yoga postures and breathwork as you
find and connect with your inner self. • Workshops 9:30am-4:15pm: Delve into information provided by knowledgeable teachers and learn about yourself through self-hypnosis, hand analysis, psychic and intuitive practices, physical movement, meditation, massage, and more. Learn to maintain the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual body in a timeless condition of vibrant natural harmony. We offer four session with 19 different workshops to choose from. unitywil.com. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Ave. PILOXING SSP
Thurs, 6:30pm: A high-energy interval workout that uniquely blends the power, speed, and agility of boxing with the targeted sculpting and flexibility of pilates. Supplemented by the use of weighted gloves, further toning the arms and maximizing cardiovascular health. Add to that fun dance moves for a workout that will tone muscle, burn fat and empower you both physically and mentally. 31 Fitness, 4209 Oleander Drive Suite 8
ART CLASSES
Four weekly sessions; 2 hours, $80. • Tues, 10am-noon: Collage—Create beautiful collages from found papers in a series of fun collage lessons including textures, color gradation, paper dynamics, content, photo portrait and more. • Wed. 10am-noon: Drawing w/ Pen and Ink—Learn to shade to depict light and shadow, line drawing and how to draw anything. • Thurs, 10am-noon: Acrylic Painting—How to paint light and shadow, color and brush dynamics, mixing colors, mediums and choosing a painting style. For beginners or experienced students that want to refresh their skills. Beginners or experienced students. •
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Fri., 10am-noon, Drawing with Colored Pencils: For beginners or experienced students that want to refresh their skills. Sunroom Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure. 910-547-8115 MINDFUL MEDITATION
Register for an upcoming continuing education course. Classes through 5/12. earn meditation techniques to help you deal with stress, anxiety, and negative emotions. You will develop a more intuitive, heart-centered way of life. This course is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning how to meditate, regardless of background or belief. Students should wear comfortable clothing. 3 contact hours. Thurs., 5:30-6:30pm. $45: www.cfcc.edu. 402 N. Front St.
boating class
5/14, 8:30am: Cape Fear Sail and Power Squadron will present an introductory boating course that is USCG recognized and Nat’l Assn. of Safe Boating Law Admin. approved. This class includes an “on the water” teaching cruise. For details, see our website http:// capefearboatingcourse.org. If you have questions please e mail the class registrar at weteachboating@gmail.com. Cape Fear Community College, Water St.
HOW TO MAKE POSTCARD SHELVES
5/14, 9:30am: Legacy Architectural Salvage in Wilmington, NC, presents How To Make Postcard Shelves. Learn how to make your own postcard shelves, using reclaimed architectural materials! This is a free workshop, but please RSVP by email or phone. Workshops generally last about 90 minutes. Legacy Architectural Salvage Behind Stevens Ace Hardware, 1831 Dawson St.
WARRIORS TWOS AND BREWS
5/23, 6pm: One hour yoga session on the fantail of the Battleship ($10 donation/$3 mat rental), with donations benefiting Battleship Generations Campaign and The Yoga Village. Kick off Memorial Day; limited edition T-shirts available. Battleship Pale Ale release after yoga session. USS Battleship NC, 1 Battleship Rd. NE GRATITUDE MEDITATION
5/23, 6:30pm: Practicing gratitude is the greatest gift we can give to ourselves. Through gratitude we can connect to our higher self to assure harmony and peace in our daily lives. Join us for a beautiful meditation as we achieve balance through gratitude for all our blessings on our earthly journey. Please take note that we have moved to a larger space at HARMONY: A Wellness Center & Yoga, 3504 N. Kerr Ave. Voluntary donation, no min. rqd.
lectures/readings DR. WILL TUTTLE
Healing Our World: A Deeper Look at Food, Presented by Dr Will Tuttle, Author of the Bestselling Book: The World Peace Diet Wilmington Vegan hosts a potluck and lecture by bestselling author Dr Will Tuttle. The potluck starts at 6pm, lecture from 7-8pm. If you’re attending the lecture and not eating, you don’t need to bring anything! Free. http://wilmingtonvegan.com. “The Great Room” @ South Front Apartments, 1400 S. 2nd St.
USGBC NC: Climate Change, Sea Level Rise & Resilient Design
North Carolina Chapter of the US Green Building Council, Cape Fear Branch presents the science of climate change in a rapidly chang-
ing world. Climate Change and Sea Level Rise: Dr. Lawrence Cahoon, Professor of Biology & Marine Biology, UNCW. Adaptation Policy and Economics: Dr. Andy Keeler, Program Head, Public Policy & Coastal Sustainability, UNC Coastal Studies Institute, Department of Economics, ECU. Resilient Design & the Coastal Dynamics Design Lab: Andrew Fox, ASLA, Co-Director & David Hill, AIA, Co-Director, Coastal Dynamics Design Lab, NCSU. Expert panel to follow presentation. Register at www.usgbc.org/usgbc-north-carolina. Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St. COASTAL SPEAKER SERIES
5/13, 7pm: Join the Coastal Federation’s political prognosticator and lobbying director Rob Lamme for a fun and informative look at the pressing conservation issues from the 2016 session and the legislators who have shaped this year’s critical conservation policy debates. Rob incorporates humor and even lighthearted “political gossip” into his recap of the session. Rob will answer all your burning questions from the 2016 political season, including how to make your voice heard in Raleigh in 2017. Free with donations accepted. All donations will support the Coastal Federation’s education programming. Fred and Alice Stanback Education Center, 309 West Salisbury St.
CAM CONSERVATION LECTURE
5/12, 6:30pm: Join us at CAM for special art conservation lectures offering insights into this fascinating field. Karl Buchberg, Senior Conservator, Museum of Modern Art, NY will highlight his work on two MoMA exhibitions: “Henri Matisse: The Cut-Outs” and “Edgar Degas: A Strange New Beauty”. Buchberg
will also include the conservation of Matisse’s “The Swimming Pool”, the large cut-out he conserved in preparation for the 2014 exhibition. www.cameronartmuseum.org. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th St. FRESH INK
5/14, 8:30am: An open mic that is actually open. We welcome anyone, poets, playwrights, comedians, actors, graphic artists, painters, rappers, musicians, anyone! Presented by Mics Wide Open and hosted by Baker. Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 208 N. Front St.
clubs/notices NB NEWCOMERS CLUB
5/13, 9:30am: North Brunswick Newcomers Club (NBNC) will hold its last regularly scheduled meeting for the year at the Brunswick Community College, Leland Campus, located at 2050 Enterprise Blvd. in Leland. A Meet and Greet gathering will begin at 9:30 am with snacks and refreshments and the meeting will follow at 10:00 am. Feature local speakers of interest followed by a “surprise” lunch outing open to all members. In June, the Club will hold its annual installation luncheon which will also serve as the last meeting for the 2015-2016 season. Membership dues are $25 per year, per household. BCC Leland Campus, 2050 Enterprise Blvd.
swing into spring market
5/13, 6pm: Leland Christian Academy is hosting a vendor market to showcase local business owners selling makeup, skin care, clothing, jewelry, kitchenware, vacations and more. Vendors to include: Jam-
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berry, Tupperware, Mother & Me Boutique, Sherry Treasures Boutique, LulaRoe, Thirty One, Mary Kay, Younique Mascara & Cosmetics, Premier Designs, Sugar Beads Jewelry, Young Living Essential Oils, Arbonne, Pampered Chef, doTerra, Scentsy, Brandy Bell Designs, Erin’s Magical Vacations, Rose’s Book Nook, Rodan and Fields, PT’s Olde Fashion Grille, HandyGerl, Leland First Baptist Church, Brunswick County Sheriff’s Department, The Logo Shoppe, Oceanside Family Medicine, Noonday Collection, Beach Love Boutique, Paparazzi Accessories, Fuzzy Peach, Lowes Foods, Pretty Puppy Pet Collars, Plexus and more. Raffle and free admission. First Baptist Church of Leland, 517 Village Rd., NE ILM HOLISTIC PSYCHIC FAIR
5/14, 10am: Join us for an event filled with Wilmington’s best Psychic Readers, Holistic Healers, Vendors, Aura Camera & more. Tickets: $7/adv or $10/door. dianeyoung.413@gmail.com or 910-352-7495. Parking available. Unity Christ Church, 717 Orchard Ave
titan-free celebration
5/15, 3pm: Let’s Celebrate our Titan-Free Future! Join us for a casual get together with family, friends and fellow Stop Titan supporters. Live music, food trucks, kids activities, and stories about how a few good people started a movement. RSVP here: http://bit. ly/1O9eR1Z. Find us on Facebook here: http://bit.ly/24tPgKy. Palate, 1007 N 4th St.
NC GRASSROOTS GRANT PROGRAM
5/17, 5:30pm: Applications are available for non-profit organizations whose purpose
is to promote and develop diverse cultural arts programming in New Hanover County. Funding priority is given to qualified arts organizations (theaters, galleries, choral societies, festivals), arts in education programs conducted by qualified artists, and other community organizations that provide arts programs in the county. Grassroots funds are not generally awarded to arts organizations that receive funding through the North Carolina Arts Council’s State Arts Resources. Projects must occur between July 1, 2016 and June 30, 2017. • Arts Council of Wilmington is also hosting a Grassroots Arts Program Grant Workshop to assist interested applicants in preparing competitive grants on Tues., 5/17, 5:30pm, in the Masonboro Room of the New Hanover County Public Library, 201 Chestnut St., 3rd floor. New applicants are strongly encouraged to attend. Grant applications are evaluated by a diverse panel of community members and voted on by the Arts Council of Wilmington Board of Directors. Awards will be announced in September. Forms and grant guidelines are available at www.artswilmington.org. Applications must be received no later than June 30, 2016.
culinary raise the barn
5/14, 6-10pm: Feast Down East hosts Wilmington’s premier gourmet farm-to-fork event of the year, with food prepared by locallyrenowned chefs. Raise the Barn is the third annual Feast Down East farm dinner and benefit, supporting local farms and fisheries
through the organization’s mission to “grow our local food system”. On the picturesque grounds of the New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Dr. Tapas-style gourmet dinner using locally grown and raised ingredients sourced through Feast Down East’s food hub or directly through area farms and fisheries from chefs from 22 North, Catch, Ceviche’s, Chef and the Farmer, Hops Supply Co., PinPoint Restaurant, Plantation Village, Rx Restaurant and Bar, Surf House, and UNCW Campus Dining. Desserts from area restaurants and an open bar featuring local beer and wine, plus a specialty cocktail - Carolina Bourbon infused with Newberry’s Blueberries. www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/2524694 BOMBERS RARE BEER EXPERIENCE
5/13, 5:30pm Bombers Rare Beer Experience kicks off American Craft Beer Week in beautiful Wilmington, N.C. Participating brewery representatives will pour rare beers in an intimate environment, allowing attendees the opportunity to learn what makes these beers so magnificent. Tickets are on sale now! Ticket price includes: commemorative stemmed ware, a tasting notebook, locally sourced finger food, and bottled water. Wilmington Chamber of Commerce, 1 Estell Lee Pl.
THE BEER VACATION
5/14, 1pm: Breweries and beer enthusiasts from across the region will gather on Saturday May 14th for a sampling of over 150 fresh craft beers of all styles, and tastes and a whole lotta fun! All while raising funds for the Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry, a 501-c-3 organization dedicated to making
people safer in their own homes by mobilizing volunteers to complete urgent repairs and accessibility upgrades. Wilmington Conv. Center, 515 Nutt St. PC BREW BUS
Port City Brew Bus offers public brewery tours that are open to anyone 21 years or older. Eat a hearty breakfast before the tour. We will have pretzels, snacks, and water but there isn’t a stop for lunch. Visit three breweries to experience their facilities, understand the brewing process unique to their beers and enjoy samples of their offerings. $55. www.portcitybrewbus.com. (910) 679-6586
SUNDAY SUPPERS: PINPOINT
PinPoint will launch a new Sunday Supper dinner series on Sundays to showcase area farmers and purveyors. Dinners will benefit area charities for the entire month they are offered. For the first month. Showcasing local farmer Wholesome Greens—an artisanal suburban farm in Wilmington. Three-course menu will feature some of the microgreens, herbs and produce grown by the farmer and will be served in a family-style offering. Sun., 5-8pm for special Sunday Supper menu— $25/person and $10 for kids 3-12. Limited seating at 6:30pm for guests to dine specifically with the farmer and a representative of the charity at a special long table in the restaurant, served family style. 10 percent of all money raised during the March Sunday Supper series will benefit the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina at Wilmington. www.pinpointrestaurant.com. 114 Market St.
FARMERS’ MARKET
Wednesday, 8:30am, at Poplar Grove Plantation. Vendors vary weekly w/locally grown
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fruits and vegetables, free-range egg, Poplar Grove’s own chickens; artisan vendors w/ handmade jewelry, candles, wind chimes, bird feeders, cutting boards, coffee tables, just to name a few. Bath and body products are available in a wide selection of all-natural items, with specialty items for him and her. Locally prepared foods and drinks will keep you satisfied while you’re here, and make an easy lunch or dinner when you leave. Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 US Hwy 17 N • Riverfront Ogden Farmers’ Market, Wed., 8am1pm: Shop for locally grown and produced vegetables, baked goods, eggs, meats, seafood, NC wines, jams & jellies, plants for the garden & home, plus artisan soaps, woodwork, jewelry, candles and much more. Ogden Park • Downtown Riverfront Market opens 8am. Water St. NATURE’S WAY GOAT FARM
Nature’s Way Goat Farm tour! Nature’s Way supplies the co-op with a variety of goat cheese. Learn about the farm, meet the farmers, and feed and play with the baby goats. Tickets must be purchased in advance at Tidal Creek, $5-$10. Visitors arrive at 10am and play with baby goats, with the feeding starting at 11am. Farm tour will follow and wrap by noon. Farm fresh products available for purchase after the tour. 115 Crystal Ct., Hampstead.
TASTE CAROLINA FOOD TOURS
Sample an eclectic assortment of downtown restaurants, enjoy food and drink, and meet some of the city’s best chefs. Public parking available. Saturday tours include a 2:30pm Downtown Afternoon Tasting Tour ($50/person) and a 3pm Downtown Dinner & Drinks Tour ($65/person). A 10am Farmers’ Market Tour ($75/person) and cooking class available. tastecarolina.net
WILMINGTON VEGAN POTLUCKS
Wilmington Vegan Supper Club Potlucks take place every first Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at Kitchen & Lounge at South Front Apartments, located on Greenfield Street at 2nd Street, across the street from Satellite. Bring a vegan dish to share, and swap recipes and socialize. Wilmington Vegan Lending Library will be there for you to grab a book as well. Bring a list of ingredients along with your dish (or even better, the recipe!. Dishes absolutely must be completely vegan—no meat, no fish, no dairy, no eggs, no chicken stock, no honey, and so on. Bring a plate, utensils, and a drink. http:// wilmingtonvegan.com
TASTING HISTORY TOURS
Tasting History Tours of Pleasure Island; guided walking tours. From its beginnings as a tourist destination, the island has weathered destructive fires, tragic hurricanes, naval battles and more. Tasting History takes you through the streets of CB and into a few of the restaurants to taste some of what the locals have to offer. Join us for an afternoon of interesting history and tasty eats. $32.50. tastinghistorytours.com. 910-622-6046.
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Free tasting ever Friday, 6pm. • Third Wednesday of each month feat. musical and brewing talents alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share, sample, and trade their creations: an evening of beer and an open stage. PA and equipment provided. Share cups available. All genres. All beer styles. Free. • 5/21, 6pm: Bells Brewery of Kalamazoo, Michigan feat. beer tastings, giveaways, live music,
food trucks, and more. Meet brewery staff, ask questions, sample draft selections, purchase bottles, and enjoy giveaways. Music with The Blarney Brogues and food from Vittles Food Truck. Fermental, 7250 Market St.
support groups CELEBRATE RECOVERy
Life Community Church, located inside Independence Mall, will have a Celebrate Recovery meeting every Monday evening at 6:30 pm starting with fellowship followed by a large group meeting at 7 pm. Support groups for men and women follow at 8 pm. The meeting is in the Extension located across from Branches bookstore and the church auditorium. For more information. contact Jodie at 910-547-8973 , LifeCC office at 791-3859 or go to Lifecc.com. Life Community Church, 3500 Oleander Dr.
TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP
Transgender Support Group, 1st Fri./mo., 7-8pm. For more information please contact Therapist Nova Swanstrom: 910-343-6890. You must talk with Nova first before coming to a support group meeting!
CHADD
Wilmington Area CHADD meets on the 2nd Monday of every month from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B. This free support group is open to a growing group of parents, grandparents and individuals affected by AD/HD who understand what it takes to face its daily challenges. Free. Pine Valley United Methodist Church 3788 Shipyard Blvd., bldg B. WilmingtonCHADD.org
PFLAG
PFLAG Meeting is first Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.
GRIEF PROGRAM
Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a free six-week grief program for those coping with the loss of an adult child. It will be from 2-4 p.m. Mon., 5/16-6/27, at the Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, Conference Room, 1406 Physicians Dr., Wilmington. Discussions on the phases of grief and the grieving process, along with other areas of concern. Registration is mandatory and closes once the series begins: (910) 796-7991. Donations are appreciated. Additional groups will form throughout the year. www.lcfh.org.
BEGIN THE CONVERSATION CLINICS
5/20: Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host free Begin the Conversation clinics from 10-11am the third Friday of each month, at Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians dR. These sessions, which are free to all adults age 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, such as Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney forms, will be supplied so healthcare instructions can be legally documented. Jason Clamme at 796-7943 or jason.clamme@ lcfh.org.
tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR
Ever wanted to meet authors living and dead, and tour locations from books, poems, and plays? 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, Henry Clay, Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis, Alexander Stephens and more. In-depth 90-minute tours are by appointment only, Sunday through Saturday, call 910.619.4619 or bernhard1848@gmail.com for current prices. Step-on and personalized tours downtown and local forts available. Tour begins at foot of Market St. www.cfhi.net.
GHOST WALK
6:30pm & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Admission charge. Meets at Water & Market streets. Reservations required: 910-794-1866; www.hauntedwilmington.com
HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS
Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions.Market and Water streets. $12 for adults, $5 per child. (910) 251-8889. www. horsedrawntours.com
OAKDALE CEMETERY WALKING TOUR
5/21, 10am: Historical walking tour of Oakdale Cemetery, 520 N 15th Street, Wilmington, NC, will be held until noon. The two hour tour will be led by local historian Ed Gibson. Ed will take you back in time and delight you with local history and stories. Friends of Oakdale members: Free. Non-members: $10. Tour will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Oakdale Cemetery, 520 N 15th St.
ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Russian writer Anton Chekhov was renowned for the crisp, succinct style of his short stories and plays. As he evolved, his pithiness grew. “I now have a mania for shortness,” he wrote. “Whatever I read—my own work, or other people’s—it all seems to me not short enough.” I propose we make Chekhov your patron saint for a while. According to my analysis of astrological omens, you are in a phase when your personal power feeds on terse efficiency. You thrive on being vigorously concise, deftly focused and cheerfully devoted to the crux of every matter.
Once every year it is healthy and wise to make an ultimate confession—to express everything you regret and bemoan in one cathartic swoop and then be free of its subliminal nagging for another year. The coming days will be a perfect time to do this. For inspiration, read an excerpt from Jeanann Vernee’s “Genetics of Regret”: “I’m sorry I lied. Sorry I drew the picture of the dead cat. I’m sorry about the stolen tampons and the nest of mice in the stove. I’m sorry about the slashed window screens. I’m sorry it took 36 years to say this. Sorry that all I can do is worry what happens next. Sorry for the weevils and the dead grass. Sorry I vomited in the wash drain. Sorry I left. Sorry I came back. I’m sorry it comes like this. Flood and undertow.”
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) “Creativity is intelligence having fun.” Approximately 30,000 sites on the Internet attribute that quote to iconic genius Albert Einstein. But my research strongly suggests he did not actually say that. Who did? It doesn’t matter. For the purposes of this horoscope, there are just two essential points to concentrate on. First, for the foreseeable future, your supreme law of life should be “creativity is intelligence having fun.” Second, it’s not enough to cavort, play and improvise, and it’s not enough to be discerning, shrewd and observant. Be all those things.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) In Western culture, the peacock is a symbol of vanity. When we see the bird display its stunning array of iridescent feathers, we might think it’s lovely but may also mutter, “What a show-off.” But other traditions have treated the peacock as a more purely positive emblem: an embodiment of hard-won and triumphant radiance. In Tibetan Buddhist myths, for example, its glorious plumage is said to be derived from its transmutation of the poisons it absorbs when it devours dangerous serpents. This version of the peacock is your power animal for now, Gemini. Take full advantage of your ability to convert noxious situations and fractious emotions into beautiful assets.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) “Clear moments are so short,” opines poet Adam Zagajewski. “There is much more darkness. More ocean than terra firma. More shadow than form.” Here’s what I have to say about that: Even if it does indeed describe the course of ordinary life for most people, it does not currently apply to you. On the contrary. You’re in a phase that will bring an unusually high percentage of lucidity. The light shining from your eyes and thoughts coalescing in your brain will be extra pure and bright. In the world around you, there may be occasional patches of chaos and confusion, but your luminosity will guide you through them.
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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) “Dear Smart Operator: My name is Captain Jonathan Orances. I presently serve in the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan. I am asking for your help with the safekeeping of a trunk containing funds in the amount of $7.9 million, which I secured during our team’s raid of a poppy farmer in Kandahar Province. The plan is to ship this box to Luxembourg, and from there a diplomat will deliver it to your designated location. When I return home on leave, I will take possession of the trunk. You will be rewarded handsomely for your assistance. If you can be trusted, send me your details. Best regards, Captain Jonathan Orances.” You may receive a tempting but risky offer like this in the near future, Leo. I suggest you turn it down. If you do, I bet a somewhat less interesting but far less risky offer will come your way.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) “Some things need to be fixed, others to be left broken,” poet James Richardson writes. The coming weeks will be an ideal time for you to make final decisions about which are which in your own life. Are there relationships, dreams and structures either too damaged to salvage or undeserving of your hard labor? Consider the possibility you will abandon them for good. Are there relationships, dreams and structures that are cracked but possible to repair and worthy of your diligent love? Make a plan to revive or reinvent them.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) According to the British podcast series “No Such Thing as a Fish,” there were only a few satisfying connubial relationships in late 18th-century England. One publication at the time declared that of the country’s 872,564 married couples, just nine were truly happy. I wonder if the percentage is higher for modern twosomes. Whether it is or not, I have good news: My reading of the astrological omens suggests you Scorpios will have an unusually good chance of cultivating vibrant intimacy in the coming weeks. Take advantage of this grace period, please!
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) “Some days I feel like playing it smooth,” a character says in Raymond Chandler’s short story “Trouble Is My Business.” “And some days I feel like playing it like a waffle iron.” I suspect you Sagittarians will be in the latter phase until at least May 24. It won’t be prime time for silky strategies, glossy gambits and velvety victories. You’ll be better able to take advantage of fate’s fabulous farces if you’re geared up for edgy lessons, checkered challenges and intricate motifs.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Author Rebecca Solnit says when she pictures herself as she was at age 15, “I see flames shooting up, see myself falling off the edge of the world and am amazed I survived not the outside world but the inside one.” Let it serve as inspiration, Capricorn. Now is an excellent time for you to celebrate the heroic, messy, improbable victories of your past. You are ready and ripe to honor the crazy intelligence and dumb luck that guided you as you fought to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. You have a right and a duty to congratulate yourself for the suffering you have escaped and inner demons you have vanquished.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) “To regain patience, learn to love the sour, the bitter, the salty, the clear.” The poet James Richardson wrote the wry advice I’m now passing on to you. Why now? Because if you enhance your appreciation for the sour, the bitter, the salty, and the clear, you will not only regain patience but generate unexpected opportunities. You will tonify your mood, beautify your attitude and deepen your gravitas. I hope you will invite and welcome the lumpy and the dappled, my dear. I hope you’ll seek out the tangy, the smoldering, the soggy, the spunky, the chirpy, the gritty, and an array of other experiences you previously may have kept at a distance.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) “A thousand half-loves must be forsaken to take one whole heart home.” That’s from a Coleman Barks’ translation of a poem by the 13th-century Islamic scholar and mystic known as Rumi. I regard this epigram as a key theme for you during the next 12 months. You will be invited to shed a host of wishy-washy wishes so as to become strong and smart enough to go in quest of a very few burning, churning yearnings. Are you ready to sacrifice the mediocre in service to the sublime?
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