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THE MAGIC OF THEATRE, PG. 16 ‘Sister Act’ is musical comedy now showing on Thalian Hall’s main stage, with a lively cast of characters, beautiful costume design and spot-on performances of original music by Tony and Oscar awards winner Alan Menken. Playing now until January 22. Photo by EJM Photography

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MUSIC>> Charleston, South Carolina’s SUSTO will release ‘& I’m Fine Today’ this week with artwork by Peruvian artist Pablo Amaringo featured on the cover (right). Folks can hear it live at Bourgie Nights on Jan. 14.

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NEWS>>LIVE LOCAL

LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL:

A look back at life events and their impact on Gwenyfar’s 30-something years on Earth on the planet. The arc that followed it is surprising:

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

“What is this strange plague that targets gay men?” (1982) “How is it transmitted? Anyone can get it! Don’t touch anything!” (1986—a striking parallel with the confusion about the transmission of polio and TB at the height of both illnesses).

“It is a death sentence!” (1982- late 1990s) “It is a manageable long-term illness.”

(2000s) That’s less than 25 years from discovery to management. Compare the timeline with polio (1780s-1955) and TB, which plagued humanity from the earliest records until the introduction of streptomycin in 1946.

Among the effects of AIDS was a challenge to sex education as it had previously existed. The focus wasn’t just on preventing teen pregnancy but possibly saving lives and reducing the spread of a killer disease.

For people coming into adulthood and all the sexual exploration and discovery that is part and parcel, AIDS was a very real part of life. Only during the last few years was the 1979-enacted restriction lifted against donating blood for people who had intercourse with a bisexual man.

3. End of the Cold War When I mentioned to Jock that the fall of the Berlin Wall and the break up of the Soviet Union would rank high on my list, he expressed surprise on its impact on my life directly.

THE MICROCHIP REVOLUTION: The microchip has enabled personal computing and far-reaching communication instantaneously.

Above is Rohler’s first family computer, the Apple II e. Courtesy of MacWorld.

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lease, name the top 10 events in your life time that have had the greatest impact on the country.”

In December the Scripps Howard News service ran an editorial (which appeared in the Star News on Dec. 28) asking people across several generations to answer the question. Recently, over dinner I found myself in a multi-generational conversation about that prompt. It has really rattled around inside my head. I think because I can almost divide the question a variety of ways: science and technology, the arts, politics, meteorol-

ogy (hurricanes, volcanoes, etc.).

The generational divide is an interesting parameter: by virtue of the necessity for events to have happened in one’s lifetime, it precludes reaping the benefits of that which has come before and almost sets one up to appear shallow to previous generations. The Civil Rights Act has had a serious long-term impact on all our lives, as had the development of the birth control pill and polio vaccine. But all that happened prior to my birth in 1980. Here are events I have lived through and therefore would put on my list.

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1. September 11.

Almost everyone at the meal cited the infamous date: 9/11. Certainly the long-term effects are still felt on a daily basis. Anyone who doubts the veracity of that statement can simply compare and contrast any experience trying to board a plane pre-9/11 and post 9/11.

2. The AIDS Crisis I would say the AIDS crisis had a tremendous impact on the world during my time

“Did your children grow up with ‘duck and cover’ drills?” I asked, citing the nowfamous (and ludicrous) nuclear attack drills of the Cold War where children were advised to “duck and cover” under their desks. I think perhaps knowing people who had escaped from behind the Iron Curtain and what they sacrificed made it very real to me at a young age.

My consciousness of the political world was largely expanding and being shaped in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s—when it felt like every week a landmark event was on the nightly news. The fall of the Berlin Wall is an image I can summon up immediately.

The Baltic countries breaking away from the now former Soviet Union is another. Watching Dan Rather struggle with reading the

names of the new countries on the day they announced their existence also is memorable. The world map we ate dinner next to looked like a very confused geometry project from all the newly drawn borders and added names.

4. The Election of President Obama The Scripps Howard piece had most generations citing the election of President Obama as groundbreaking. Indeed, the people around my table cited the elevation of an African American man to the highest office in the land as a turning point in the country. If you asked me in 2007 if we would ever elect an African American to the presidency in my lifetime, I would have said, “I hope so, but I doubt it.” The same for the possibility of electing a woman to the presidency. I have been proved wrong once; I hope to be proved wrong again. On a broader note, I would argue as someone who travels internationally, the global perception of President Obama changed the role in the United States in foreign policy and greatly altered our relationships with our neighbors for the better.

5. The Microchip Revolution One single event that snowballed into the greatest impact on the world, and my personal life since 1980, is the microchip revolution and all that comes with it: personal computing, desktop publishing, the Internet, cell phones, and personal global communication.

I still have our first family computer: an Apple II e. Just a few weeks ago several friends were helping me with the massive game of life-size Tetris that is my life: We were trying yet again to relocate boxes and belongings from one place to another for a variety of forthcoming construction projects.

“Careful with this.” I handed the combined keyboard and processor to Megan.

“It is older than you are.”

She smiled and asked me what it was— because it certainly didn’t look like any computer she had ever encountered.

asked.

“It is collectible,” Austin chimed in.

“Besides,” I added. “You never know when you are going to want to play ‘Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego.’”

“Or Oregon Trail,” Austin added helpfully.

From the humble beginnings of a world where my father’s first book was typed on a word processor and saved on six floppy disks (because of their limited memory capacity) to a time where I can email an entire novel to myself as “backup,” personal computing has changed daily life in ways we take for granted. I couldn’t have imagined in elementary school that from home I could make labels for products, flyers, spreadsheets, and signage for my bookstore. My dependency on the personal computer ensures the bookstore’s ability to function as a business and helps me keep the bottom line down. I would have had to pay dearly for all of these services 30 years ago. The use of social media and user-friendly websites are equally important and have made huge leaps in availability over 10 years ago.

“When do you think we are going to have free international calling on cell phones?”

I mused to Jock when discussing this topic. “I mean just in the time you and I have been together, cell phones have gone from a huge expense that charged by the minute with complicated roaming structures to free long-distance service. Our last phone bill when you were in Africa was under $200.

We have come a long way from the Sprint and AT&T advertising wars of ‘10 cents a minute’ in the 1980s.”

It led to a long chat about Skype, Facetime and just the surprise that people can text from Africa to NC instantly. We are insanely well-connected in ways that should make us more empathetic yet somehow we find ourselves increasingly drifting toward like-minded people more and more. Maybe one day we might let our curiosity and humanity reap the full benefits of a world where we can connect with people different from us and then truly benefit from the promises of a connected world.

“Why are you hanging on to that?” John

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of “pyrimethamine” (Daraprim’s chemical name) was judged authentic by a University of Sydney chemistry professor. Daraprim, among other uses, fights deadly attacks on immune systems, such as for HIV patients.

TOO-MUCH-REALITY TV

Russian producers are planning the so-far-ultimate survivors’ show — in the Siberian wilderness for nine months (temperatures as low as minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit), with 30 contestants selected after signing liability waivers that protect the show even if someone is raped or murdered. (Police may come arrest the perpetrators, but the producers are not responsible for intervening.) The show (“Game2: Winter”) will be telecast live, around the clock, beginning July 2017 via 2,000 cameras placed in a large area full of bears and treacherous forest. Producers told Siberian Times in December that 60 prospects had already signed up for the last-personstanding prize: the equivalent of $1.6 million (only requirements: be 18 and “sane”).

(Bonus: The production company’s advertising lists the “dangerous” behaviors they allow, including “fighting,” “murder,” “rape,” “smoking.”)

ROUNDUP FROM THE WORLD’S PRESS

With car-camel collisions increasing in Iran’s two southern provinces, an Iranian government ministry is in the process of issuing identification cards to each camel, supposedly leading to outerwear license “plates” on each of the animals. Authorities told the Islamic Republic News Agency the registration numbers are needed if an accident victim needs to report the camel or to help trace smugglers. (No actual U.S.-style license plates on camels have yet made the world’s news photographs.)

Martin Shkreli became the Wall Street bad boy in 2015 when his company Turing Pharmaceuticals bought the right to market the lifesaving drug Daraprim and promptly raised its typical price of $18 a pill to $750, but in November, high schoolers in the chemistry lab at Sydney Grammar in Australia created a molecular knockoff of Daraprim for about $2 a tablet. Their sample

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who make the long trek up with a full bladder and no place to relieve themselves except in dark alcoves, thus eroding the structure’s sandstone. A building preservation representative also cited vomit in the Gazing Upon Nature as Nature Calls: alcoves, perhaps as a result of the dizzying To serve restroom users in a public park height of the view from the top. (News of in China’s Hunan Province’s picturesque the Weird has reported on erosion damage Shiyan Lake area, architects gave users in to a bridge, from spitting, in Mumbai, India, toilet cubicles a view of the forest through and at the Taj Mahal, from bug droppings.) ceiling-to-floor windows. To discourage The Dubai-based Gulf News reported in sightseers who believe the better view is November that 900 Kuwaiti government not from the cubicles but into them, the bot- workers had their pay frozen during the curtom portion, up to the level of the toilet, is rent investigation into no-shows, including frosted — though that stratagem probably one man on the payroll (unidentified) who blurs only a pair of legs, seated. (CNN re- reportedly had not actually worked in 10 ported in October that China has at least years. Another, who had been living abroad one other such restroom, in Guilin prov- for 18 months while drawing his Kuwaiti ince, viewing distant mountains.) pay, was reduced to half-pay, but insisted Oops! Organizers of the Christmas Day he had asked several times for assigncaroling program at the Nelum Pokuna the- ments but was told nothing was available. ater in Colombo, Sri Lanka, drawing thou- (Gulf News reported that the 10-year man sands of devout celebrants, were apparent- is appealing the freeze!) ly confused by one song title and innocently included it in the book for the carolers. (No, it wasn’t “Inna Gadda Da Vida” from a famous “Simpsons” episode.) It was “Hail Mary” by the late rapper Tupac Shakur — likely resulting in the very first appearance of certain words in any Christmas service publication anywhere.

Prosecutors in Darlington, England, obviously take child “cruelty” seriously because Gary McKenzie, 22, was hauled into court in October on four charges against a boy (whose name and age were not published), including passing gas in the boy’s face.

The charge was described as “in a manner likely to cause him unnecessary suffering Officials of the Ulm Minster in Ulm, Ger- or injury to health.” He was on trial for two many, the world’s tallest church (530 feet other slightly harsher acts — and another high), said in October that they fear it might gas-passing, against a different boy — but eventually be brought down — by visitors the judgment has not been reported.

NEWS>>OP-ED

BEING BETTER HUMANS: 2017 is going to be ‘Big League’ BY: MARK BASQUILL

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o 2017!” I said, raising my first cup of Joe of the work year.

“Are the Cubbies still champs?” asked the bearded workingman behind me, wearing a sweatshirt emblazoned with a light blue “W.” “That’s one good thing,” he said.

The 2016 Cubs were truly “Big League,” but with 108 years between World Series wins, a lot of Cubs fans wouldn’t mind a long winter.

And there are at least 3 million more Americans who are more apprehensive about January 20th’s inauguration than applauding it.

Nevertheless, I’m optimistic 2017 will bring opportunities for Cubs fans and the rest of us to be better humans.

It’s troubling the first thing Congress tried to do this year was to gut the Congressional Ethics Committee. Then our own county commissioner, Woody White, apparently wants Shane Fernando’s job as executive director of Cape Fear Community College’s Humanities and Fine Arts venue, the Wilson Center. Disagreeing upon Whoopi Goldberg’s June show— which was announced last week—White took to social media to renounce the comedian’s politics and seemingly attempt censorship by questioning tax-payer’s dollars bringing her here (which, by the way, our dollars aren’t paying for her fees, according to Fernando).

Liberals don’t whine when Charlie Daniels, Kid Rock or Ted Nugent perform, even at publicly funded colleges.

There are questions about the competence and commitment of the person who will take the oath of office a few days after the nation celebrates Martin Luther King Day. In contrast to the life of service embodied by Martin Luther King, it will be our 70-year-old presidentelect’s first oath of service to anything other than himself. It may be a saving grace he intends to be a part-time president, remain producer of “Celebrity Apprentice” and wave off other possible conflicts of his business interests with an arrogant, “I got this.”

It’s ironic that following two successful administrations of the first African American president and days after celebrating Martin Luther King’s life of service, we will inaugurate a privileged white male that rode the “birther” movement from Howard Stern’s sleazy radio studio to the White House. The silver-spoon salesman from New York City always has sought the limelight but hammering the racist “birther” conspiracy is what gained him national traction and helped bully his campaign to the Oval

Office. The largest faction of Trump voters were lukewarm supporters who despised Hillary. But many of his most ardent idolaters are much more comfortable with the supremacy of any “Great White Father” over a person of color or a woman.

What does this say about us?

We celebrate Martin Luther King because he was a committed Christian minister who “spoke truth to power” his whole life. What does it say about us that we will inaugurate a Yankee carpetbagger whose campaign supporter website sold souvenir cut-rate Christmas ornaments, and a commemorative Christmas “Big League Tee Shirt,” with the bold pitch to: “Make sure your Christmas is Big League this year, Friend.

Complete your Christmas list right now with a gift celebrating the 45th President of the United States—Donald J. Trump”? (I registered with the Trump/Pence website to read campaign materials and make an informed decision in November.) Is the Trump-brand website’s ongoing “deal of the day” and cheap Christmas ornaments celebrating Donald J. Trump (not Jesus) truly “Big League”?

That’s not a fair question. It doesn’t matter whether the president-elect is Big League as long as we have the courage to up our game.

I actually don’t think Trump ever expected to win and is in way over his orange toupee. Unlike Mitch McConnell’s explicitly stated desire to have President Obama fail, I hope the president-elect succeeds in his transition from salesman to civil servant.

I’m not joking.

As much as I love John Stewart, satire’s effectiveness is limited. Ridicule won’t help.

Neither will idolatry and blind obedience. The president-elect and the rest of us all will benefit most from relentless, principled and compassionate opposition to destructive ideas—and from becoming better humans.

Trump already has made me a better human. He has forced me to question some sacred cows. (Question, not kill.) By inquiring I tend to align far more closely with the principles of Martin Luther King than with those of an incoming president and his administration of corporatist elites. I don’t intend to spend four years whining about Donald J. Trump, the person. I intend to work, focus, recommit to core enlightenment principles that include “morality trumps money,” “equality trumps exploitation,” “wisdom trumps ignorance,” “reasoning trumps tweeting,” “freedom trumps fascism,” and of course “love trumps hate.”

2017 is gonna be Big League!

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SUSTO’s Justin Osborne digs into latest album ‘& I’m Fine Today’ before ILM show BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

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DON’T PANIC: SUSTO will release a new album this week before heading to Wilmington’s Bourgie Nights on January 14. Also featuring Heyrocco, doors open at 8 p.m. and show starts at 9 p.m. Photo by Paul Chelmis.

his week Charleston, South Carolina’s SUSTO will release their sophomore album “& I’m Fine Today” on January 13. Named for the record, their winter tour will bring them north to our own port city’s Bourgie Nights (127 Princess St.) on January 14.

Lead singer Justin Osborne admits they wanted to marry a few different sounds on this album, including but not limited

to folk, psychedelic rock and Americana.

While recording they explored and ventured as far as they could in one direction before they’d “dial it back” to go another.

“I think we were just trying to find a happy medium between some rock ‘n’ roll, some folk, some psychedelic, and maybe even a little electronica,” he details. “We found these sounds really complemented each other, even though they’re not from

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the same tradition. I don’t even know what you would call it … it’s definitely some sort of fusion.”

Songs like “Far Out Feeling” rope in listeners in an hypnotic fashion, while the album continues to build with some of those familiar rock and Americana influences. As well songs like “Hard Drugs” are more lyric-forward tracks.

“I love the juxtaposition,” Osborne says.

“‘Far Out Feeling’ is so cinematic, and it’s out there, and then ‘Hard Drugs’ is kind of a more standard-sounding song but the lyrical content is kind of heartbreaking.”

Osborne describes “& I’m Fine Today” as a team effort with his band mates: Johnny Delaware (guitar), Corey Campbell (guitar, keys, backing vocals), Jenna Desmond (bass), and Marshall Hudson (drums, percussion). Delaware played

the role of co-producer with Osborne and Wolfgang Zimmerman. But it was Osborne and Delaware who brought most songs to the studio. “There were times when I had a song, and Johnny had a song unrelated and together we created one song,” Osborne says.

One such track was “Far Out Feeling,” wherein Delaware had the cinematic music but lacked a song to fit it. Drummer Marshall Hudson also contributed “Diamond’s Icaro.”

“There are definitely moments where different members of the band have their own creation,” Osborne continues. “It’s fun to work like that. It’s frustrating to try and rely on your own self to create content all the time. It’s nice to be surrounded by people who can create great content and help shape your own.”

The idea with this record was to make it memorable for taking something listeners already like (Americana, folk) and adding what they might not realize they’d enjoy.

Songs like “Diamond Icaro” and “Mystery Man” skirt the lines of tradition yet include unpredictable pops of synthesizers or other non-traditional instrumentals. In fact, Osborne describes “Mystery Man” as a straightforward Americana love song, with “fairly predictable musicianship in it.”

vibrant colors. There’s a lot going on with new characters waiting to be discovered with each glance.

“It seemed like an appropriate theme that fit the album,” Osborne observes.

“To me it’s very striking and colorful, and the record is striking and colorful. . . . It’s wonderful art and Pablo is a wonderful artist. . . . Album art is a hard thing the choose and I feel like we found the right one for this.”

If nothing else, “& I’m Fine Today” represents SUSTO’s growth in sound and confidence since their self-titled debut album in 2014. They experimented a great deal and found what works, Osborne says. In the last three years the lead singer has gone from being a short-order cook who had little direction to being in a touring band, producing albums. Needless to say, much has changed in way of perspective, too.

Roughly translated, “susto” is Spanish for fright, scare, nervous breakdown, or panic attack. Osborne picked up on the term as an anthropology student more within the context of another Latin American meaning: “when your soul is separated from your body.” Osborne says it’s a sentiment most represented in SUSTO’s first album.

“And then we introduce this instrument that seems out of place but, at the same time, it’s like a nice little icing on the cake,” he tells. “Those little moments, those little pieces—as well as being thought-provoking lyrically—that’s what makes it interesting.”

“That first record had a lot of panic in it,” he admits. “This one has more concern without the panic. . . . It’s a project we put a lot of time into. We paid attention to detail and really tried to get it right. It isn’t perfect, but I hope people can listen to it and appreciate the art that we made.”

Though sometimes their lyrics are more like a mantra or fever dream, Osborne says there’s a story or idea in every song. From the onset they’ve written songs based on experiences from their own lives made relatable to a broader audience. “Mystery Man,” for instance, was based on a former crush of Delaware’s.

For more details about their upcoming show at Bourgie Nights with openers Heyrocco, visit the event page on Facebook or follow SUSTO at sustoisreal.com.

“While every song you write may not fit the [same] narrative, the honesty and genuine nature of the song [is important],” Osborne states. “‘Diamond’s Icaro’ is a song Marshall wrote about a family friend who passed away, and it’s not so much like a traditional spiritual, but it’s ambiguously religious and spiritual about passing on.”

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The album art is as colorful, electric and unpredictable as the record itself. Hudson, who does all of SUSTO’s poster art, found the piece featured on their cover.

The work is by Peruvian artist, ayahuasca shaman and rainforest activist Pablo Amaringo, who died in 2009. With little bare space left behind, it is almost like a “Where’s Waldo” scene set in the Amazon rainforest: Dozens of snakes, rainbows, florals and foliage explode everywhere in

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

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—Charlie Macgrooders Restaurant, 117G Village Rd.

Deadline every Thurs., noon!

Port City Trivia with Dutch (6:30pm; Free)

Kelly & Jill (7pm; $3; Acoustic Duo)

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

Carolina Pine Songwriter Session (6:30pm; $5-$10) —Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.

Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)

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

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

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

Gray Area, Rescue Down, Poorly Knit and Messenger Down (9pm; Cover TBD) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12 Beer Bingo (7:30pm; Free)

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

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Thursdays Fire Drums (8pm; Free)

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

Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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

The Band of Heathens (7:30pm; $15-$35; Rock)

Trivia Night With Party Gras Entertainment (9:30pm; Free)

Port City Trivia with Dutch (7:43pm; Free)

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Justin Fox Duo (7pm; Free; Americana)

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18

After Funk (10pm; Cover TBD)

Joshua Lewis (5pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 13 James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

—Bottega Art & Wine, 723 N. Fourth St. —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Justin Fox Duo (8pm; Free; Americana)

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

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

Bill Dwyer (7pm, 9:30pm; $16; Comedy)

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—Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

—Fox and Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 17

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Alternative Vision (9pm; Free; Alt Rock)

—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

—Havana’s Fresh Island Restaurant, 1 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Port City Trivia with Dutch (6:30pm; Free)

—Charlie Macgrooders Restaurant, 117G Village Rd.

Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)

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

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

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

Lara Hope & The Ark-Tones (9pm; Cover TBD; Rockabilly) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Urban Soil (10pm; Cover TBD; rock, soul) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

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Rob Williams (8pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Lucky Joe Comedy Show (8pm; Free)

—Lucky Joe Coffee, 1414 S. College Rd.

Rebekah & The Odyssey (10pm; Cover TBD; Folk)

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—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

DJ Karaoke Party (9pm; Free)

—Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 Books, Beer & Jazz Piano (3pm; Free)

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

Show Tunes Sunday (9pm; Free)

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

Badfish (9pm; $10-$15; Sublime Tribute) —Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

Groove Fetish (10pm; Cover TBD) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Travis Shallow (10:30pm; Free; Americana) —Duck n Dive, 114 Dock St.

MONDAY, JANUARY 16 Electrik Monday with Brewtal (9pm; Free) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

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—Henry’s Restaurant, Independence Blvd.

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Sweet Sweet (10:30pm; Free;Folk) —Duck n Dive, 114 Dock St.

Thursdays Fire Drums (8pm; Free)

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

Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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

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

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

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20 North Carolina Azalea Festival Pre-festival Party (7pm; $42-$600) —Hilton Wilmington Riverside, 301 N. Water St.

Nina Repeta (7pm; $5; Singer-Songwriter)

—Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way

James Jarvis (7pm; Free)

—Bottega Art & Wine, 723 N. Fourth St.

Scott Thompson (7pm, 9:30pm; $20; Comedy) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

David Allan Coe (8pm; $20-$42.50; Country) —Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

Machine Funk (10pm; Cover TBD; Widespread Panic Tribute) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

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ARTS>>ART

A LESSON IN STILL LIFE:

Artist Tatyana Kulida returns to ILM to instruct CAM workshop

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BY: EMILY TRUSS

new year typically sparks the motivation to pursue new aspirations and goals among people. For Wilmington’s art community, 2017 has arrived with the opportunity to learn new skills and techniques from award-winning art instructor Tatyana Kulida. A former Port City citizen, Kulida will return this month to lead the workshop “Still Life in Oil - 35 Hour Immersion” at the Cameron Art Museum.

Students will learn the process of setting up classic techniques of painting still life throughout the 10-day course.

“I work from life rather than photographs and my favorite subject matter is people, so most often you would find a model in my studio,” Kulida says. “Painting is sort of a meditation on the essence of the person, subject or scene. I like spending hours with my subjects in efforts to peek into their essence.”

Although she currently lives in New Zealand, the Russian-born artist lived in Wilmington for

more than 10 years before moving to Italy to further her art education at the globally renowned Florence Academy of Art. Kulida was already familiar with the Italian realism school, as she attended a summer workshop there upon receiving the Sarah Toy Student award from Queen’s University of Charlotte. She went on to teach the French Academic Method, a style which describes true to life, realist paintings and sculpture, at the academy.

Kulida works with oil and canvas to create realist portraits of the models. She also sets up her own still life with objects of nature, often working with self-prepared marble and panel, and charcoal along with oil and canvas.

“I enjoy beautiful objects and flowers,” Kulida says. “Sometimes I go out to paint en-plein air.

If I am on my own with no model, I listen to classical music or podcasts or voice books as I love learning about artists, history and various nonfiction books.” Kulida also finds inspiration in the IMMERSION COURSE: Tatyana Kulida (above, works of classical artists, including Rembrandt, right) will instruct multi-level artists at CAM’s ‘Still Life Velázquez, Aivazovsky, and Kramskoi, as well in Oil’ workshop in January. Courtesy photo as contemporary artists, Charles Weed, Steven Assael, and Odd Nerdrum.

that’s in front of them, since we’re painting from real life, rather than a photograph.”

Kulida will also incorporate importance of understanding color in still life into her course. “We will go over how to mix color,” Kulida divulges.

“One of the fun parts of still life is the variety of colors we can use. We have to be sensitive to color because there’s an incredible number of colors that can be mixed.”

Her workshop, “Still Life in Oil,” will provide a hands-on learning experience for artists of a variety of levels. “We will spend about three-anda-half hours each day covering a lot of information, so that the students can use be set up with Adding to the curriculum is the role of value. the tools to do a variety of still-life projects in “Value is basically taking the color in question their own studios,” Kulida states. out of the equation for a little bit,” Kulida adds.

While the course will cover the required skills “For instance, if we took a black and white phofor multiple works, students in Kulida’s work- tograph, we would still know the still life set-up shop will only focus on completing one project. because the camera would still capture the relationship between light and dark.”

“We’re not trying to just produce a whole lot Kulida’s workshop “Still Life in Oil - 35 Hour of stuff,” Kulida explains. “Instead, we’re learning about the set-up, why we choose certain Immersion” will be held at the Cameron Art Muobjects, the symbolism, how to orchestrate the seum and run from January 17-21 with a break idea of shadow and how to design through the on January 22. The course will continue on object’s light shapes and shadow shapes that January 23-27. The course welcomes all levels they create when you put them together in a of artists, however, it is not recommended for beginners. Information on how to register for the specific way.” course can be found on CAM’s website.

Along with painting, Kulida will also touch on certain drawing techniques that significantly enhance the realism in the artist’s work. “We will talk about drawing and how to achieve accu: racy, because a lot of times we will have an idea Still Life in Oil - 35 Hour Immersion about how something looks,” Kulida elaborates.

“Though, when we draw or paint we’re trying to Workshop with Tatyana Kulida draw that idea, rather than the objects in front Jan. 17-21, 23-27; 12 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. of our eyes.”

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Kulida notes that it’s not always easy at first for artists to train themselves to view their subject in such a way. “It’s a bit of a stretch, usually, for people to really start looking,” she admits, “but I have some tips and tricks on how to get students to really observe nature, or the object

Registration fee: $450 per non-member, $400 member; after Jan. 12, $475 per non-member, $425 member. cameronartmuseum.org

WHAT’S HANGING AROUND THE PORT CITY

GALLERYGUIDE ARTEXPOSURE!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com Join us at “Autumn with Topsail” on Saturday and Sunday, October 15th and 16th.

Several of our artists will be in the tent in front of the main entrance. Coupons for discounts (art, classes, framing) will be given with each purchase. This is one of Topsail Island’s biggest events with artists and crafters, including great music and food!

ArtExposure will host an Open House and Art in Action on Saturday, November 12th starting at 11am. Come watch artists at work and join us for refreshments.

Check our website and Facebook page for new classes!

ART IN BLOOM

210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 • www.aibgallery.com Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19th-century horse stable and exhibits original art by a diverse group of global and local artists. Join us for: 1) A closing reception for “Visible Spectra: Paintings, Drawings, and Prints by Janette K. Hopper and Photography by Charles Kernan” on Friday, Jan 20th, 6-9pm; 2) An opening reception for a special pop-up exhibit, “Twice Around: The Make-Over”, with new art by Elizabeth Darrow, Friday, January 27th, 6-9 pm during Fourth Friday Gallery Night with music by singer-songwriter, Rebekah Todd; and 3) An opening reception for “Catching the Spirit: Images by Mark Gansor and Carole Osman” on Friday, Feb 10th, 6-9pm with music by Cameron Tinklenberg, jazz pianist. Gallery is open until 9pm on Fourth Friday Gallery Nights. For more details, see our events calendar and artists’ webpages at www.aibgallery.com.

CRESCENT MOON ART AND STYLE

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

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

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

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

On October 28th from 6pm to 9pm during

Downtown Wilmington’s Fourth Friday Gallery Night, Crescent Moon will host NC artist’s Jon Haug and Jim Downey. In Wilmington NC, Jon was awarded the 2015 Art in the Arboretum People’s Choice Award, the 2001 Azalea Festival Merit Award, and “Best Drawing” in the 2015 Silver Arts Show. Specializing in torch glass, Jim creates beautiful glass sculptures crafted by hand. Jim’s glass ornaments have been developed over the past 30 years. Live music, wine, and cheese for all to enjoy.

CHARLES JONES AFRICAN ART

311 Judges Rd., Unit 6-E cjart@bizec.rr.com • (910) 794-3060 Mon. – Fri. 10am - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm - 4 pm Open other hours and weekends by appointment www.cjafricanart.com AFRICAN ART: Museum quality African Art from West and Central Africa. Traditional African art for the discerning collector.

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

Over 30 years experience in Tribal Arts.

Our clients include many major museums.

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.

Beyond Canvas will remain on view until November 11, 2016.

CFCC WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY 200 Hanover St. (bottom level, parking deck) RIVER TO SEA GALLERY Mon., 11am-4pm and Tues.- Sat. noon - 5pm 225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf http://cfcc.edu/blogs/wilmagallery (free parking) • (910) 763-3380 Cape Fear Community College’s Wilma Tues.- Sat. 11am - 5pm; Sun. 1- 4pm W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present the River to Sea Gallery showcases the work 2016 No Boundaries International Art Colony of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Exhibition. No Boundaries, a nonprofit artBush. In addition, the gallery represents sev- ist residency program, provides artists from eral local artists. The current show will enthrall around the world and the local community a visitors with its eclectic collection of original forum for free expression and cross-cultural paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, dialogue. The exhibition is on display through pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker. Come see December 31. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal located in the Hanover parking deck (200 Hanover Street) on the campus of Cape Fear local marsh creeks and structures.

Community College. Regular gallery hours are Monday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and TuesdaySUNSET RIVER MARKETPLACE Friday, 12-5 p.m. Contact Ashly Farley at ad10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) farley125@mail.cfcc.edu.

(910) 575-5999 • Mon.- Sat. 10am - 5pm For additional inquiries about this exhibiwww.sunsetrivermarketplace.com In the historic fishing village of Calabash, tion, please contact Ashly Farley at adfarNC, over 10,000-plus square feet of fine arts ley125@mail.cfcc.edu. For more information is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paint- about CFCC’s Wilma W. Daniels Gallery, visit ings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and cfcc.edu/blogs/wilmagallery.

EXPO 216

216 N Front Street, Wilmington, NC (910)769-3899 Wed. - Sun., noon-6pm www.expo216.com A nonprofit specialty museum that opened in May, Expo 216 is a theme-driven “gallerium” and focuses on a single social or environmental issue. The inaugural theme, “Ocean Plastic,” runs until December 2016 and was inspired by a photograph of an albatross with ingested plastic by nature photographer, David Liittschwager.Visitors will view multiple components of the theme including: CSI: Albatross, solve the mystery of who killed the albatross; Fashion in Plastic, nine stunning fashion creations crafted by local designers; The Plastic Age, an insightful history of the invention of plastic; What Goes Around, Comes Around by BonnieMonteleone; Light Within the Darkness: What Lies Beneath by Alexandra Morse; along with provocative and thought-provoking art by local artists. Featured artist: Justin Campbell’s “A Study of LIfe,” on display through Nov. 20.

NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY

201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com Beyond Canvas features three-dimensional works from Eileen Braun, Aaron Wilcox, and Louellen Vernon-White. Each artist creates bold, statement-making sculptures.

Tuesday - Thursday: 11am - 9pm Friday - Saturday: 11am - 10pm Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm

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ARTS>>THEATRE

THE MAGIC OF THEATRE: ‘Sister Act’ has the whole shebang down pat, from acting to set design BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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ape Fear Theatre Arts raises the curtain on a new year of theatre in Wilmington with a stunning production of “Sister Act the Musical,” directed by Justin Smith with musical direction by Chiaki Ito. The stage musical adapts the well-known Whoopi Goldberg film with a catchy score by Alan Menken of “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Little Mermaid” fame, coupled with Glenn Slater’s witty lyrics.

Barbra Mootoo stars as Delores Van Cartier, an aspiring singer with the deck stacked against her. From the moment the stage lights come up and her magnificent voice rings out, she connects with the audience and energizes the entire building. “Take Me To Heaven” sets the tone—with backup singers, Michelle (LaRaisha Burnette) and Tina (Anna Gamel)—about her abusive gangster

lover, Curtis Shank (Jerrial Young) and his henchmen TJ (Khawon Porter), Pablo (Anthony Cataldo) and Joey (Sam Robinson).

Curtis has promised Delores can sing at his club, and he will launch her on the road to stardom. Where Tina and Michelle are pretty insightful, Curtis’ gang is so humorously inept, the audience has to wonder how he can possibly be the underworld kingpin that makes the Philadelphia PD quake in their boots. Picture the Keystone cops but as would-be gangsters and lounge lizards.

Their laughable plan for seduction, as outlined in “Lady in the Long Black Dress,” is equal parts bad singles ad, deluded Penthouse letters and great performances.

However, Young is genuinely scary, especially when he sings with his gang “When I Find My Baby,” which blends the choreography and music of Motown with the manifesto of domestic abuse. The dichotomy is striking and underscores much of Delores’

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journey in the show.

Delores accidently witnesses Young execute an informant and as a result finds herself in police protection directed by Officer Eddie (Paul Teal), a long lost friend from high school. “Sweaty Eddie” is the most uncool dork imaginable. But he worshipped Delores in high school and the years have not diminished his admiration for her.

Delores, on the other hand, does not have enough sense of self yet to see past the surface of this goofy, well-meaning cop to the well of strength and decency underneath. Teal is known to Wilmington audiences for a variety roles, including Jackson in “Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson,” and Huey in “Memphis” (which also starred Mootoo).

The level of absurd geekiness he brings to this role is incredibly funny, especially in “I Could Be That Guy”—a disco send-up of every loser’s aspiration to popularity, complete with an onstage break-away costume change into Travolta’s “Saturday Night Fever” ensemble, ably assisted by his backup dancers of homeless drunks on skid row. It is musical farce and Teal has to sell to make it work, which he does with incredible conviction and joy.

Officer Eddie hides Delores in a convent, much to the dismay of both Delores and the Mother Superior (Cindy Colucci). However, Monsignor O’Hara (Tony Rivenbark) is happy to accept a donation to the financially strapped church in exchange for keeping Delores hidden. (My date worked on Jimmy Swaggart’s show for a brief time and commented how Rivenbark’s rendition of the priest with dollar signs in his eyes was a funnier but milder version of life with Jimmy.)

Thus begins a struggle of wills between everyone trying to keep Delores safe, and her complete unwillingness to get with the program and cooperate for her own survival.

On “Here Within These Walls,” Mother Superior offers a sanctuary, a time to re-evaluate and find a way forward that is focused on more than the material world. Colucci’s voice is beautiful, but her performance as an actress is what really sells this role and makes much of the dramatic tension work.

Delores, renamed Sister Mary Clarence, meets the other nuns at a culture-shock fueled dinner “It’s Good to Be A Nun.” Joining the choir, directed by Sister Mary Lazarus (Debra Gillingham), Delores and the nuns (Carli Batson, Teri Harding, Robin Heck, Emma Hutchinson, Denyse McDonnell, Courtney Poland, Michelle Reiff, Madison

Moss, Emilia Torello, and Sarah Holcomb) find a whole new way to worship the Lord.

It miraculously fills pews and church coffers.

But, as their fame grows, it becomes harder for Delores to keep a low profile.

This show is so much fun from beginning to end. Chiaki Ito’s band rocks the score and the performers’ voices are captivating. The nuns, especially, are delightful in blending humor, warmth, naiveté, and growth to make each scene memorable and the whole greater than the sum of its parts.

More hinges on Mootoo than meets the eye. Her role and performance sets the bar for everything else to follow. Actually, there is a moment in the script when Delores comments to Mother Superior that when she steps up to sing with the choir, it surprises her to find the nuns there with her. The audience sees evidence throughout the show: At every turn Mootoo pushes more energy and commitment. In spite of her fabulous voice, the role requires a tremendous amount of acting. Again, she listens, responds and truly follows the classic hero’s path to find a better life and a person of true worth and strength.

Visually, the show is equally appealing, with a set from Chinchilla Theatrical Scenic, Terry Collins and Dallas Lafon. But Debbie Scheu’s costumes are a sparkly, sequined wonder to behold. No stranger to stage magic, her work adds authenticity from Delores’ first dress (which desperately wants to be a tube top instead of a strapless dress—a battle that is fascinating to watch) to the assorted religious garb of the nuns and priest. Every time I see a show she costumes, I marvel at her attention to detail and her ability to deliver it consistently with such large casts.

“Sister Act” rings in a wonderful evening of theatre with a cast that thrills and enthralls in every moment. Along with spot-on design aesthetics, it really shows the magic of theatre come alive.

DETAILS: Sister Act

January 12-15, 19-22, 7:30 p.m., or Sun, 3 p.m.

Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. Tickets: $25 www.thalianhall.org

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COMMON HUMANITY: ‘Billy and the Pope’ debuts at TheatreNOW

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BY: SHEA CARVER

he creation of any artistic endeavor can often surprise and enlighten in the most unexpected ways. Local thespian and writer Skip Maloney can attest to such truths. Take his latest project, “Billy and the Pope,” for example, which opens at TheatreNOW on January 12. Halfway into penning the play—whose central characters are a liberal-leaning comedian/political pundit and a progressive Catholic leader—Maloney started researching towns in Italy. He wanted his main character, Pope Thomas, and nun advisor, Sister Thomas Regina, to be born in the port city of Bari. More so, he needed them to face a crisis that tested their faith. He happened upon a perfect fit through a little historical research.

“I discovered it was the only city in the Second World War which had experienced the consequences of chemical warfare,” Maloney tells. “Bari was an important port, in that it was a supply center for troops advancing northward through the peninsula.

The port was attacked by the Germans in ‘43 and an American ship, called the ‘John Harvey,’ was sunk. That ship was carrying mustard gas, which, along with containers on land, was released into the city. Since none of the city’s officials knew of this (it was an allied secret), the doctors treated the people affected in ways that actually worsened the disaster; more people died than should have. By mutual agreement, Roosevelt, Eisenhower and Churchill destroyed the records relating to the accident.”

Such research became a central component to Maloney’s plot: The pope and nun lose their parents at a young age in the aftereffects of Bari’s chemical warfare. The anger espoused from Pope Thomas is only reconciled with Sister Thomas’ careful help.

Yet, years later, it resurfaces, and Pope Thomas looks to strike back with the help of Billy Flanagan, a political comedian. He asks Flanagan to help with a visiting delegation from the US Congress, much to the dismay of Sister Thomas Regina.

“The discovery of Bari, and my subsequent discovery of its centrality to my play, was almost ... unbelievable and certainly exciting,” Maloney tells. “As if, somehow, the core of this play happened to me, rather than being something I thought of beforehand.”

In going into its writing, Maloney only

had focused on characters he wanted to bring to life—each based on people he admired: Pope Francis and Bill Maher. After Pope Francis’ installation, the playwright took kindly to Maher’s approval of the public pronouncements made from the Catholic church, including recent remarks declaring abortion as a sin that can be forgiven.

“I remember distinctly, physically applauding the man on his show,” Maloney says. “I wondered what would happen were the two actually to meet. I started writing.”

Though focused on people and situations borne of current societal, political and global environments, Maloney calls his inspiration more subliminal than anything. He wasn’t intentionally trying to make commentary on the world as experienced today. “The idea of the two of them in a room, shooting the breeze about their differences and their common humanity was more of an inspiration,” he says.

However, other themes arise from the script, even if not intended. Somehow the work highlights scenarios we’re all considering nowadays, like that of methodical deceit in modern politics.

“Billy talks about at length near the end of the play the role of the Catholic church in the 21st century,” Maloney tells. “What is it?

Who defines it, and to what extent does the church need to adapt to shifting attitudes?

To what extent should it remain firm? At one point, Billy tells the pope the abortion ‘fight’ is a battle he can’t possibly win.”

Though reared in a Catholic family, the playwright doesn’t subscribe to a religion per se. Maloney, who is doing double duty with the show as writer and director, wanted to protect the integrity of the script by making sure it steered clear of one viewpoint. He wanted it to “endow its characters with the strength and commitment to their individual belief systems.” Billy and Thomas are mere doppelgangers of their real-life counterparts.

“While I often question Maher’s vulgarity

and rudeness, I am in sympathy with a good deal of his politics,” Maloney tells. “I ‘know’ the pope a great deal less, primarily because I haven’t been exposed to him in the way that weekly broadcasts have provided me access to Maher’s thinking.”

Craig Myers will play the pope, while Zach Hanner will take on Billy Flanagan. Marie Chonko will play Sister Thomas Regina.

Laura Dixon, Joe Basquill, Kent West, Dmetri Serrano, Dave Bollinger, Steve Spain, and Bryan Cournoyer round out the cast.

Maloney praises the cast for exceeding his expectations.

“Their work has brought out aspects of the piece I had not foreseen,” he admits. “What people are going to see is 10 percent author, 10 percent director and 80 percent pretty much everything else . . . My confidence in the piece has been enhanced greatly by the work the actors have put into this. They have brought their own verve, enthusiasm

and energy to the portrayals that has not only renewed my confidence, but made me realize the end product is a lot more about them than it is about me.”

Though it made its debut as a stage reading at CAM’s Page to Stage program last summer, “Billy and the Pope” will make its first full production premiere this Thursday night, with the help of Terry Collins and Troy Rudeseal in set design, Steve Coley behind sound and lighting, and Dana Moriarty as associate producer and stage manager.

DETAILS:

Billy and the Pope

January 12-15, 19-22, 7 p.m., or Sun, 3 p.m.

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films this week

‘Fences’ is beyond stars and numeral ratings of reviews past

CINEMATIQUE

BY: ANGHUS

$7, 7pm • www.thalianhall.org

017 is upon us and I find myself desperately wanting to abandon one of the longest held traditions of the movie review: using metrics. I’ve never been a huge fan of grading movies using math, and not just because it’s the subject I most consistently flunked throughout my academic career. Art and math very rarely align. Being forced to reduce a movie to an approximate value always feels like a chore. Nor do I like grading movies on a pass/fail mechanic. As if a motion picture is somehow susceptible to my whims: a stalwart gladiator in the coliseum fighting for my favor, only waiting to see if I decide if it should live or die. In order to liven these things up a bit, I’m going to be messing with the formula. Looking for new ways to help summarize my reviews for those readers too lazy to read all six paragraphs. First up, emojis.

Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. Jan. 11 (also playing Jan. 11 at 4 p.m.): “Nocturnal Animals” follows successful LA art-gallery owner Susan.

While her second husband is away, a manuscript written by her estranged first husband arrives at her door. It tells the story of a teacher whose trip with his family turns into a nightmare. As Susan reads the book, it forces her to examine her past and confront some dark truths.

(115 minutes, R)

BEAUTIFULLY BALANCED: Denzel Washington

I loved “Fences.” It’s an absolute heart- (above) directs and stars in film adaptation of ‘Fences.’ breaking piece of drama, beautifully staged Photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures. and performed by an ensemble of great actors, headlined by two names synonymous from his own. Troy is a fascinating character, with exceptional talent: Denzel Washington and one Denzel Washington inhabits like a and Viola Davis. Based on the play by August man possessed. He is utterly captivating and Wilson, it depicts life of Troy Maxson (Washbrilliant in this role, in a performance that is ington) and his family during the 1950s. Troy easily among his best. It’s only matched by is a fiery, passionate man. The kind of guy Viola Davis who perfectly balances Troy’s who sucks all the air out of the room whenworld-wary working man with Rose, who is ever he enters. He’s quick with a joke and altrying to navigate through his struggles and ways has a story on deck ready to tell. There provide love and support for every member are two things he loves in life: baseball and of her family. Troy is not an easy man to love, his wife, Rose (Davis). We meet Troy as he but Rose is the mortar that holds the foundadeals with a work conflict; Black men are tion of this family together. only allowed to collect the garbage and not It won’t surprise anyone that “Fences” was be drivers. This conflicts with Troy’s sense of fairness and he has taken his complaints to a play. Washington (who also directs the film), finds a pleasant urban backdrop to stage the the union head. story. It’s not particularly cinematic but does With every facet of Troy’s life, he talks a a great job of framing the narrative. “Fences” big game. We meet Rose as Troy entertains is ultimately an examination of melancholy. A an old friend and coworker Bono (Stephen half-dozen characters so impacted by Troy’s Henderson). Troy has indulged in some afterquestionable choices and inability to express work drinking and tears apart the black baseanything other than alcohol-fueled exuberball players who have made their first forays ance, or bitter teachings of a man who felt into the sport. Much like his issues at work, life owed him more than he received. At the there are tiny fractures he hides on the surfilm’s conclusion, we see those impacted by face that burrow deep into his soul. Perceived Troy and wonder if any of them were really injustices that constantly have Troy facing off better off for having him around. with the rest of the world. The more we get to I loved “Fences.” It’s a film brimming with know Troy, the more we are exposed to his anger, his fears, and ultimately, his hypocrisy. interesting characters and a story of an unexplored corner of America’s past. The 1950s His life has not been an easy one; marred weren’t easy for black families, even in more by abuse, poor choices and children with progressive cities. Listening to Rose lecture different women. No matter how much he Troy about the ever-changing world in the preaches the need for his children to own up years before the Civil Rights Movement feels to their choices, he is constantly running away

kind of odd in a day and age when our current social climate is so polarized. I imagine many of these words felt so hopeful to audiences who knew the times ahead would be difficult and yet provide much-needed gains.

“Fences” is a fantastic movie and something worth seeing. In a year where I unabashedly loved very few movies, I’d be fine with something like “Fences” sweeping its way through award season.

DETAILS: Fences

Rated PG-13 Directed by Denzel Washington Starring Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen Henderson

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The Lovings relocated to D.C. before illegally returning to Virginia and having their case taken to the Supreme Court, which overturned the law. Performances by Ruth Negga and Joel Edgerton, both of whom have been nominated for Golden Globes. (123 mins, PG-13)

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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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.bluesurfcafe.com CAM CAFÉ CAM Café, located within the CAM delivers delightful surprises using fresh, local ingredients. The café serves lunch with seasonal options Tuesday thru Saturday, inspired “small plates” on Wednesday nights, an elegant yet approachable dinner on Thursday and brunch every Sunday. Look for a combination of fresh, regular menu items along with daily specials. As part of dining in an inspiring setting, the galleries are open during CAM Café hours which makes it the perfect destination to enjoy art of the plate along with the art of the museum. 3201 S 17th St. (910) 777-2363.

■ SERVING LUNCH, BRUNCH & DINNER: Hours: Tues-Sat: 11am – 3 pm; Wed-Thurs: 5 – 9pm; Sun. Brunch: 10am – 3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.camcafe.org CAPT’N BILL’S BACKYARD GRILL Capt’n Bill’s is a great place to have fun, meet people and get some great exercise all at the same time. We have a lively, personable and tentative wait staff, not to mention a wide selection of food and two full service bars. Whether you love seafood, BBQ, sandwiches or veggies, Capt’n Bill’s has something for everyone. Capt’n Bill’s has

over a dozen televisions, including a big screen, so that you can watch a variety of sporting events.

We even have NFL Sunday Ticket! Capt’n Bill’s is the perfect spot to come watch all the big games!

Whether you love football, basketball or just sports in general, you are guaranteed to have a great time!

Come visit Wilmington’s best kept secret ... Capt’n Bill’s Backyard Grill and Outdoor Volleyball Facility.

4240 Market St. (910) 762-0173 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Thurs, 5-11pm; Fri., 4-11pm; Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., noon-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown/Market St. ■ WEBSITE: https://captnbills.com THE DISTRICT KITCHEN & COCKTAILS A new addition to the Brooklyn Arts and downtown area, The District Kitchen & Cocktails is serving fresh, seasonal menus in a polished casual atmosphere. We feature locally sourced ingredients when available. For lunch, we offer delicious burgers and sandwiches, while dinner features steaks, chops and seafood all handcrafted by executive chef Luke Poulos. Within blocks of CFCC and the Riverwalk, The District welcomes diners to enjoy inspired wines, craft cocktails and NC draught beers at their renovated bar and restaurant, located at 1001 N. 4th St. 910-(910) 769-6565 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.-Thurs.11am9pm, Fri.-Sat., 11am-10pm. Lunch menu served ‘til 4pm.

■ SERVING BRUNCH: Sunday 11am-3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Brooklyn Arts District ■ WEBSITE: www.districtnc.com ELIJAH’S Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets. As a Casual American Grill and Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds of people, Elijah’s is the place to be.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11:3010:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available ETERNAL SUNSHINE CAFÉ Wilmington’s new unique restaurant, Eternal Sunshine Café, is conveniently located between downtown and Wrightsville Beach, also close to UNCW. It is a great spot to savor a gourmet breakfast, like cinna-swirl pancakes with coffee cream cheese syrup or a southwest benedict with chipotle hollandaise on a made from scratch biscuit. The lunch menu is filled with fresh delectable salads, sand-

wiches on house baked breads, and pitas. Come experience the innovative twist on breakfast classics and a casual lunch guaranteed to make you a regular customer. May the tranquility of Eternal Sunshine Cafe’s atmosphere shine upon your face and reinvigorate your day. Serving breakfast all day.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: MondayWednesday 7-2, Thursday-Friday 6:30-2, Saturday 7-2, Sunday 8-2 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.eternalsunshinecafe.com THE FELIX CAFE The Felix Cafe is a restaurant experience like no other in Wilmington, N.C. Our eatery is a unique and relaxing gem situated near the port, and at the edge of Sunset Park on Burnett Blvd. We believe fine dining doesn’t have to come with all the fuss.

From our homemade soups to the locally sourced produce, we let the ingredients speak for themselves in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Folks will enjoy the outdoor seating, our vibrant staff, the colorful interior, and our cabana style tiki bar. You will come here as a customer and leave as a friend.

2140 Burnett Blvd. (910) 399-1213.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun.-Wed..: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Sunset Park, Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, full bar,freejazz and wine tastings on Thursdays ■ WEBSITE: www.thefelixcafeonline.com HENRY’S A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining.

Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed.

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

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

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

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

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

■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com JOHNNYLUKES KITCHENBAR Good eats, good drinks, and great times is what JohnnyLukes KitchenBar is all about. JohnnyLukes KitchenBar serves Wilmington, NC a variety of 19 rotating craft beers on tap, a hand selected eclectic American wine list, fun cocktails, and of course, exceptional food. Our two-story layout brings the best of both worlds under one roof.

Downstairs at JohnnyLukes KitchenBar pair your beer or wine with our Parmesan Crusted Pork Chop, Chicken Pot Pie, Ribeye, or one of our many main entrees and sharable plates. Or, join us upstairs at JL’s Loft and pair a beer with one of our multiple burgers, JL’s roast beef sandwich, meatball sandwich, or one of our many appetizers (we recommend both!). So next time you are looking for a new and exciting restaurant in Wilmington, NC where you can experience both great craft beer and amazing food, be sure to head over to JohnnyLukes KitchenBar and JL’s Loft! 5500 Market Street, Suite 130. (910)-769-1798 ■ OPEN: JohnnyLukes KitchenBar: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 10pm; JL’s Loft: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.johnnylukeskb.com THE LITTLE DIPPER Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little 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.

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■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; “Date night menu,” $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

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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

RISE Serving up the best dang biscuits and donuts in Wilmington, Rise is not any typical breakfast spot.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: http://risebiscuitsdonuts.com

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SPICOLI “In crust we trust.” Spicoli specializes in classic NY style pizza with a totally unconventional (AND DELICIOUS) sourdough crust. We also feature one-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 glutenfree options. But Spicoli is not just amazing food.

We keep it awesome with a killer juke box, classic arcade games, and great deals on everything at our full bar. Share some brews over PacMan or enjoy the area’s only 20in pie on our outdoor patio. Just make sure you are having fun. Don’t worry!! If you can’t come see us, we also have

the largest delivery radius in town!! 1978 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-0339.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach SWEET ‘N’ SAVORY CAFÉ The Real Wizard Behind the Food. Anyone who has seen the Wizard of Oz knows that the wizard was just a scared old man hiding behind the curtain. Restaurants are no different. Making incredible food is not magical or mystical and instead just requires heart (Tin Man), brains (Scarecrow), courage (Lion) and love (Dorothy). At Sweet n Savory we have pulled back the curtain because we don’t believe that we need smoke, mirrors, over inflated prices or pretentiousness to offer you the best and freshest food your money can buy. 1611 Pavillion Place, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 256-0115 Hours: 7am-10pm.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, BAKERY & CATERING ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavorycafe.com THE TROLLY STOP Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken). Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), all-beef, pork smoked sausage (Carolina Packer), Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. Recognized as having the Best Hot Dog in the Best of Wilmington Awards in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or check out our website at www.trollystophotdogs.com.

Catering available, now a large portion of our business. All prices include tax. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

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

ASIAN GENKI SUSHI Welcome to Genki Sushi, an inviting and unique dining experience in the heart of Wilmington. We serve the freshest, most authentic sushi and traditional Japanese favorites. In the mood for sushi and authentic Japanese food? Look no further then Genki Sushi. From fresh nigiri to custom rolls, everything is homemade, including all of our sauces.

We look forward to meeting each and every one of you and can’t wait for you to try our delicious Japanese cuisine. You can make a reservation through OpenTable (you must have a reservation for Friday and Saturday nights), or just walk in during our open hours Sunday through Thursday. At Genki, everyone is welcome! 4724 New Centre Dr. #5, Wilmington. (910) 796-8687.

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

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City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch.

Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com NIKKI’S FRESH GOURMET For more than a decade, Nikki’s downtown has served diners the best in sushi. With freshly crafted ingredients making up their rolls, sushi and sashimi, a taste of innovation comes with every order.

Daily they offer specialty rolls specific to the Front Street location, such as the My Yoshi, K-Town and Crunchy Eel rolls. But for less adventurous diners looking for options beyond sushi, Nikki’s serves an array of sandwiches, wraps and gyros, too. They also make it a point to host all dietary needs, omnivores, carnivores and herbivores alike. They have burgers and cheesesteaks, as well as falafal pitas and veggie wraps, as well as an extensive Japanese fare menu, such as bento boxes and tempura platters. Daily dessert and drink special are also on order. Check out their website and Facebook for more information. 16 S. Front St. (910) 771-9151.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.nikkissushibar.com/ OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE We have reinvented “Hibachi Cuisine”. Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse in Wilmington, NC is like no other. Our highly skilled chefs will not only cook an incredible dinner, but they will entertain you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. At Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse, we are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure that we serve only the finest food products. We believe that good healthy food aids the vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of Steak, Seafood, and Chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill,” to the taste bud tingling Japanese Sushi, Hand Rolls, Sashimi, Tempura dishes and Japanese Noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience.

Check out our all you can eat sushi menu and daily specials at www.okamisteakhouse.com!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday - Thursday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 10pm; Friday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 11pm; Saturday 11am - 11pm; Sunday 11am - 9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com SZECHUAN 132 Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restau-

rant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.szechuan132.com THAI SPICE From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine. This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed. Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT 20% Dinner Entrees. Wednesday 80S NIGHT - 80s music and menu prices. Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles.

Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert.

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

BAGELS BEACH BAGELS Beach Bagels is “the” favorite spot for breakfast and lunch in Wilmington. Get a taste of a New Yorkstyle bagel by the beach. We make our bagels the traditional way: kettle-boiled then baked and always made with love. Enjoy something simple like a traditional BLT, or spice it up and try our AnnieWB: turkey breast, bacon, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, mayo, onions, and jalapeños. Not in the mood for a bagel? Don’t worry, we have ciabatta bread, croissants, kaiser rolls, biscuits, and wraps. Whatever you’re looking for, we have you covered. Don’t forget to make your lunch sandwich a combo for only $1.50,. and get a small drink, potato salad or chips and a pickle spear. Come see us at 5906 Oleander Drive or 7220 Wrightsville Avenue—right before the drawbridge on the way to beautiful Wrightsville Beach.

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

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

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ITALIAN A TASTE OF ITALY Looking for authentic Italian cuisine in the Port City?

Look no further than A Taste of Italy Deli. Brothers, Tommy and Chris Guarino, and partner Craig Berner, have been serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner to local and visiting diners for twenty years.

The recipes have been passed down from generation to generation, and after one bite you feel like you’re in your mamas’ kitchen. Along with the hot and cold lunch menu, they also carry a large variety of deli sides and made-from-scratch desserts. Or, if you’re looking to get creative in your own kitchen, A Taste of Italy carries a wide selection of imported groceries, from pasta to olive oils, and everything in between. And last but certainly not least, allow them to help you make any occasion become a delicious Italian experience with their catering or call ahead ordering.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Friday 8:00am-8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am-7:00pm, Sunday 9:30am-4:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.atasteofitalydeli.com ■ FEATURING: Sclafani goods, Polly-O cheese, Ferrara Torrone and much, much more!

BILL’S FRONT PORCH Welcome to Bill’s Front Porch Brewery & Restaurant, where you’ll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We’re passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from– scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff. Our commitment to support the communities in which we do business goes to the heart of what differentiates Bill’s Front Porch from other restaurants. But it is because of you, our guests, that we have been able to make this all happen. 4238 Market St. 4-10 Mon-Wed; 4-11 Thurs; 11-11 Fri-Sat; 12-10 Sun. 910-762-6333 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown/Market St. ■ FEATURING: Homemade craft beer, bar food ANTONIO’S Serving fresh, homemade Italian fare in midtown and entrees. and south Wilmington, Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta is ■ WEBSITE: www.billsfrontporch.com a family-owned restaurant which serves New York style pizza and pasta. From daily specials during lunch and dinner to a friendly waitstaff ensuring a top-notch experience, whether dining in, taking out THEATRENOW or getting delivery, to generous portions, the AntoTheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that nio’s experience is an unforgettable one. Serving features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning subs, salads, pizza by the slice or pie, pasta, and weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz more, dine-in, take-out and delivery! 3501 Oleander Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events. Dr., #2, and 5120 S. College Rd. Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabu- ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 lous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course a.m. - 9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Sun., themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows open at 11:30 a.m.) in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its ■ NEIGHBORHOOD DELIVERY OFFERED: Monkey best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Junction and near Independence Mall Street (910) 399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary.

■ WEBSITE: www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and FAT TONY’S ITALIAN PUB Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and more American influences to mold it into a unique family■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com 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 THE HARP a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops. and popular favorites served in a casual yet el- Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they egant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 have an ever-changing selection of microbrews inS. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, cluded in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s whiskies. We are open every day for both American offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friand Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and day and a 10% discount to students and faculty at 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. week- CFCC. They have two pet-friendly patios – one lookdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at ing out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza! pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

11 am-10 pm; Fri.-Sat., 11 am-Midnight; Sun., ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER noon-10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenfield Lake/Downtown ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown South ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Homemade soups, desserts and ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and breads, free open wifi, new enlarged patio area, late night menu from 11pm until closing. and big screen TVs at the bar featuring major soc-

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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: Largest tequila selection in town!

■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

■ LOCATIONS: 341 S. College Rd., 910-7930035; 5120 S. College Rd., 910-790-8727; 1051 Military Cutoff Rd., 910-679-4209 ■ WEBSITE: www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com

LA COSTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT With three locations to serve Wilmingtonians, La Costa is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m with lunch specials. Their full dinner menu (from 3 p.m. on) offers the best in Mexican cuisine across the city. From top-sellers, like fajitas, quesadillas and burritos, to chef’s specialty items, like molcajete or borrego, a taste of familiar and exotic can be enjoyed. All of La Costa’s pico de gallo, guacamole, salsas, chile-chipotle, enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily.

Add to it a 16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.25 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

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 freerange meats and poultry. wheat-free and glutenfree products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday

9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m..

Located at 1319 Military 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

SEAFOOD BUSTER’S CALABASH SEAFOOD AND DINER New to the NOMA corridor, Buster’s Calabash Seafood and Diner features a large menu of sea-

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Monkey Junction 5226 S. College Road Suite 5 Wilmington, NC 28412 910-799-7077 Porters Neck 140 Hays Lane #140 Wilmington, NC 28411 910-681-1140 Coming Spring 2017 — Waterford 143 Poole Road Leland, NC 28451 VOTED BEST SEAFOOD BY ENCORE, STAR NEWS AND WILMINGTON MAGAZINE

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days 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

food that will sate all fishy palates. From fresh catfish and flounder to shrimp, and scallops, oysters and crab cakes, it’s all found in one spot. They also offer sandwiches, fajitas, and wraps, so there is something for everyone. Their daily blue-plate specials help keep the belly full and the wallet light, while their daily breakfast buffet and special Sunday brunch buffet (6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.) keeps the early and midday risers just as full. 6309 Market St, North Wilmington. 910-769-2018 ■ SERVING BREAKFAST LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week, Mon-Sat, 6:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun., 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Reservations available.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Calabash-style seafood and more!

CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD COMPANY Founded in 2008 by Evans and Nikki Trawick, Cape Fear Seafood Company has become a local hotspot for the freshest, tastiest seafood in the area. With its growing popularity, the restaurant has expanded from its flagship eatery in Monkey Junction to a second location in Porter’s Neck, and coming soon in 2017, their third location in Waterford in Leland.

“We are a dedicated group of individuals working together as a team to serve spectacular food, wine and spirits in a relaxed and casual setting,” restaurateur Evans Trawick says. “At CFSC every dish is prepared with attention to detail, quality ingredients and excellent flavors. Our staff strives to accommodate guests with a sense of urgency and an abundance of southern hospitality.” Cape Fear Seafood Company has been recognized by encore magazine for best seafood in 2015, as well as by Wilmington MagaIne in 2015 and 2016, and Star News from 2013 through 2016. Monkey Junction: 5226 S. College Road Suite 5, 910-799-7077. Porter’s Neck: 140 Hays Lane #140, 910-681-1140.

Waterford: 143 Poole Rd., Leland, NC 28451 ■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER DAILY ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, north Wilmington and Leland ■ WESBITE: www.capefearseafoodcompany.com CATCH Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer.

We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch.

Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847.

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

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

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

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

CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD COMPANY flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net OCEANIC Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com THE PILOT HOUSE The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South.

We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks. Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910-343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties,

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Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday ■ WEBSITE: www.pilothouserest.com SHUCKIN’ SHACK Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-4587380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-8338622). The Shack is the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more. Come in and check out the Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time!

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

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open Wednes-

PEMBROKE’S A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant.

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

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

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

SPORTS BAR CAROLINA ALE HOUSE Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun.

Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com JAX 5TH AVE. DELI & ALE HOUSE Locally owned and operated, Jax offers a laid-back atmosphere, welcoming foodies, sports fans, and craft beer enthusiasts alike. We provide a full eclectic menu of quality Boar’s Head sliced meat and cheeses, and feature unique items like our smoked salmon deviled egg, a legendary Italian sandwich, and famous pita pizzas that bake up lite and crispy.

20 HDTVs feature premium sports packaging for all the games! Supporting local craft breweries with 24 drafts and over 100 different bottles and cans, enjoy it all inside the shiny silver building or outside on the dog-friendly patio at 5046 New Centre Dr. Carry out: 910-859-7374.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: Full menu until 2am daily.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Daily food and drink specials.

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BY: ROSA BIANCA

40 EATS Culinary Cooperative will host their third dinner to benefit Nourish NC. Between almost a dozen chefs, including Keith Rhodes of Catch, Pinpoint’s Dean Neff and Lydia Clopton, Christi Ferretti of Pine Valley Market, Shawn Wellersdick (Port Land Grille), manna’s Jameson Chavez and Rebeca Alvarado-Paredes, James Doss (Rx/Pembroke’s), and Tom Mills (Little Pond), they’ll collaborate on a 10-course dinner with wine pairings.

There is limited seating. For questions, contact Billy Mellon 910-763-5252 Tickets: $175 per person (All Inclusive)

isten here, Brooklyn Arts District. There’s nothing wrong with washing down those Goat & Compass brews with a pepperoni pie from that chain delivery spot. But what if we could up our eating game with ingredients from fresh, local farms and urban gardens?

This isn’t a metaphorical question. The Foxes Boxes to the rescue.

Co-owners Randy Fox and his charming wife Rachel are putting a new spin on how the north end of downtown eats: They’re making the community a better place. Between Randy’s food chops and Rachel’s for-benefit business model, we’re all in for a treat. And I’m not using the word “we” loosely—this is my neighborhood, after all.

As far as interior design goes, the urban setting couldn’t be more spot on with BAD’s trendy vibe. Slate-colored wood floors meet dark exposed brick wall and whimsical chalkboard menus. The refurbished historic space—copiously larger on the inside than expected—has been given new life with a breath of fresh veggies.

On to the food...

The layout of the menu is simple: Pick a protein from the left, and a side from the right.

The selections are divided into three categories: Gourmet Box, Fox Box and Basic Box. And, yes, everything comes in a box—an ecologically sound box, of course. Nearly all items are an ode to the dishes that have seasoned the Fox family’s lives—memories for meals. I can dig that.

Let’s talk proteins.

First up was the Gourmet Box’s Kalbi steak, which Randy described as his homage to a style of Korean barbecue. Long strips of juicy meat were speckled with sesame seeds and perfumed with Asian staples like soy, garlic and ginger. The beef was tender, expertly cooked, and sat on top of a puffy mound of white rice. An extra drizzle of sauce wouldn’t have hurt anybody.

I selected two options from the Gourmet section, too. Second—and my all-around favorite—was Randy’s interpretation on the Cuban pork sandwich. The gargantuan creation was reminiscent of a traditional Cuban (minus the uber flat panini-style bread). The sandwich’s exterior offered a crunch and the inside was fluffy but was definitely denser than the norm, enveloped by two thick, nutty slices of Swiss, generous shreds of succu-

CUBAN STAPLE: The Foxes Boxes get it right with their version of a Cuban sandwich and other protein options from their menu. Photo by Tom Dorgan.

lent pork, shaved ham, and thin dill pickles.

Instead of the classic yellow, I noticed a pebbly smear of whole grain mustard. Randy’s alterations were minor but welcome changes to the staple.

My protein pick for box number three was the Farmer’s Flatbread Pizza from the Fox Box. Forget oily pies dripping with greasy cheese; Randy’s take on the fan-favorite was a fresh, crunchy flatbread loaded with garden fixings. I was lucky enough to walk in on BLT night. The crispy dough was slathered in creamy guacamole and layered with tomatoes, spinach and salty bacon. A pizza I don’t have to feel bad about afterward? Yes, please. Speaking of washing down guilt: Did I mention they serve beer? Well done, Foxes Boxes. You know your audience.

I saw a review or two on Facebook that mentioned the Chickpea Wrap being tasty, so it was my choice for the Basic Box. Sorry to say the handheld was slightly disappointing as far as execution. The peas had an overwhelming spice and the ratio of tortilla to fillings was a bit off. The wrap itself was on the dry side, but thanks to it being one of a handful of thoughtful vegetarian selections, I respect the direction Randy has taken with his menu.

Let’s talk sides.

Overall, I wasn’t overwhelmed by the majority of side dishes. However, a few tweaks of cooking time and a heavier hand with seasoning could certainly turn them around. The seasonal roasted veggie of the day was green beans, and I was looking forward to something simply prepared. What I got was a touch more basic: The cooking method appeared to be blanching or boiling, but the beans could have used longer in their bath. As opposed to having a gentle crunch, they had a fairly intense bite. Between under-cooking and the slivered almonds thrown on top like an afterthought, the best part of this was the quality of the original product. Fresh and local are always better, but need to be handled with a hair more consideration.

The fresh greens salad, mixed with almonds and dried cranberries, was served alongside a cup of lovely fruit dressing. The homemade vinaigrette was tangy, and the salad was a nice accompaniment to the hearty Cuban sandwich. One fond word about the potatoes: well-cooked. Roasted potatoes are often underdone, leaving an unpleasant, starchy flavor on the tongue. Foxes’ potatoes were delicate and soft, but lacked in the flavor department. Even a dusting of garlic powder would have given the taters a taste boost.

With local gardens at Foxes Boxes’ fingertips, I wouldn’t mind seeing some aromatics or fresh herbs here and there. The carrot salad with ginger unfortunately was a miss, too. The mixture featured carrot shreds and edamame in a light spicy sauce. The beans

were lacking in flavor and the dressing needed something sweet or creamy to balance out the ginger’s sharpness.

Let’s sum it up.

The majority of the proteins received high marks, but I was less enthusiastic about the sides. Regardless, the whole menu has potential to grow. Overall, I appreciate Randy’s culinary vision and Rachel’s passion for manifesting a business whose central focus is the people. Foxes Boxes is in a prime, thriving location. With a few adjustments, the BAD community will welcome this restaurant with empty tummies.

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CARPE LIBRUM:

How ‘Doonesbury’ has personalized life as we know

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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

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

school—when it was still relegated to the classifieds page in the Star News.

Editors chose to run it on the editorial page in other papers in the country, citing the often political nature of the material and occasional adult themes.

To many people, “Doonesbury” is a political cartoon. But that has always baffled me. To me “Doonesbury” is a soap opera, not unlike the classic serialized comics (“Mary Worth,” “The Phantom,” “For Better or Worse”), it merely reflects Trudeau’s life experiences and sensibility. He came of age during Vietnam and during the draft, so for him the issues of the ‘60s were pressing concerns in his life, hence his art.

Trudeau began drawing the precursor to “Doonesbury,” a comic known as “Bull Tales” while he was a student at Yale. Much of early “Doonesbury” details the trials and tribulations of undergrads (and recent undergrads) in Doonesbury Strip and around the fictional Walden College. Here readers meet Mike Doonesbury,

by Garry Trudeau a geeky, awkward young undergraduate and Soap operas have such a low-brow concomputer-selected college roommate, BD, notation in artistic society: absurd story lines star of the college football team. that hinge on sex, murder and betrayal.

The early strips are rather crudely drawn Likewise, newspaper comics are rarely appreciated for more than a shallow laugh. and one thing readers see in the intervening However, both forms have developed de- 45-plus years is the evolution of the visual component of the work. By the mid 1980s voted followings for generations. the strip became almost cinematic in qualPersonally, my soap opera is the comic ity. But it all began with the struggles of two strip “Doonesbury,” by Garry Trudeau. I college roommates with nothing in common. started reading “Doonesbury” in elementary From there life branches out: additional characters are introduced and life changes. BD enlists for Vietnam (to get out of a term paper) and is taken prisoner by Phred.

Meanwhile, back in America, Mike and Mark Slackmeyer (campus revolutionary extraordinaires) set off to find America, and instead import Joanie Caucus, a housewife-turnedfeminist who runs off with them to get her university degree and eventually become a lawyer and congressional aide. Mike meets, marries and divorces Joanie’s daughter, J.J.

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Meanwhile Zonker Harris, part-time football player, full-time slacker (sort of a Maynard from “Dobbie Gillis” and named for one of the Merry Pranksters in “The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test”), joined the milieu and just … stayed. With him arrived Zonker’s Uncle Duke, an homage to Dr. Gonzo himself, Hunter Thompson. There are many more characters—both fictional and based upon

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real-life representatives of the zeitgeist.

I am a reader who instantly notices when Trudeau has messed up or forgotten a plot point from 25 years ago. If permitted, 90 percent of my communication would be “Doonesbury” references. After years of reading it obsessively, I finally have figured out that in spite of the mistaken idea it is too political, what the strip actually does is make discourse come alive. As issues unfold in real time, “Doonesbury” characters argue about them with humor, fervor, and an odd blend of cynicism and passion.

Seen through this lens, the 20th century ceases to be a series of dates and facts with causes and effects, and becomes the complex world that directly impacts people’s daily lives. As the child of two people who came of age in the Vietnam era, “Doonesbury” provided a road map to daily events that made “history.” Historical personalities did not make a brief appearance for one important event that would put them in history books; they are actually the rotating cast of life.

For example, “Doonesbury” has been discussing Donald Trump since the 1980s, and John Kerry first appeared in the strip in 1971. By approaching the issues of the day in the form of a soap opera, it’s easy to find an understanding with people who hold opposing views—and through humor, an entre

to empathy. I’ve long thought Shakespeare’s comedies were some of his most tragic writing because through laughter he was able to tackle loss, rejection, hate and abuse obliquely rather than head on. “Doonesbury” is much like that.

The characters say and do funny, cynical and frequently reprehensible things. By coming at issues and demonstrating a less desirable human response, Trudeau actually makes a larger point, as seen when struggling to explain the Monica Lewinsky scandal to a school-aged daughter, or showing the realization that Vietcong also has mommies at home praying for a safe return. In one strip, Joanie gets turned down for a date in grad school.

Why is that important? Because she is infatuated with Andy, who gently, kindly, but firmly explains to her that he is gay.

“Are you sure?” she asks.

“I am,” he responds.

Andy was the first openly gay character in a comic strip. He would go on to fight AIDS – with his father insisting to the family he contracted the disease from a mosquito bite and Andy countering, insisting upon living and dying with dignity and truth.

In more recent years the strip addresses PTSD for soldiers returning from the Middle East and the struggles with reintegrating into school and work life.

Trudeau received the Pulitzer for Editorial Cartoon, and though he has taken sabbaticals (and is currently only producing new strips on Sundays) to work on other creative projects, nothing has been as successful as “Doonesbury” (not the musical, or his TV work, “Tanner ’88,” “Tanner on Tanner,” “Alpha House”). Trudeau’s ability to work with the four frames of the comic strip is truly an example of genius.

It might seem odd to praise a comic strip, but few other works have had the longevity to make the national and global events of our times personal.

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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON

TO-DO CALENDAR events STRIPER FEST

Jan. 13: Celebrate the restoration of the Cape Fear River Fishery and have a great time doing it! Bid on fishing gear and tackle, beach vacations, adventure tours, unique art pieces and more at our auction, while enjoying a delicious catered dinner.

Listen to a live Auctioneer and be part of the action amongst friends that care for the Cape Fear River.

Tickets are $60 each or $420 for a table of 8. Doors will open at 5:30 this year and check in begins at 6 p.m. Coastline Convention Center, 503 Nutt St. www.coastlineconventioncenter.com

COURTYARDS AND COBBLESTONES

An inspirational wedding event that features seven fully styled venues and a hand-picked collection of the most innovative, creative wedding professionals from Southeastern North Carolina. We are happy to invite engaged couples as well as their family and friends to our next event on Jan. 14-15, 4pm, www.courtyardsandcobblestones.com

MLK DAY PARADE

Wilmington will celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 16 at 11 a.m. Lineup and participation registration takes place from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The parade begins at 1898 Memorial Park at Third St. Free. www.mlkjrcelebrationsenc10.com

NC AZALEA FEST PRE PARTY

their wares. Admission is $5 and includes a raffle Jan. 20: NC Azalea Festival’s Pre-festival Party, ticket. Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St. www.

7pm-midnight. Hilton Wilmington Riverside in brooklynartsnc.com downtown Wilmington. Dance the night away with the Imitations or relax in the fire lounge. Beer, wine, specialty cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Tickets, hotel and table Packages are available through our website and office. www.ncazaleafestival.org/ COLD STROKE CLASSIC events/pre-festival-party/. Ticket: $50/pc. Hotel Jan. 21, Blockade Runner Beach Resort in package (2 tickets and hotel room): $140. Table Wrightsville Beach will present a standup paddle(8 tickets & 2 hotel rooms): $600. 301 N Water St. board (SUP) competition, which will include two races and multiple divisions for ages 14 and under.

WILMINGTON PRECIOUS METALS A short course of 3.5 miles and a long course of 7 Jan. 22 Wilmington’s large jewelry show will get miles can be chosen; cash prizes will be awardunderway from noon to 6 p.m. Jewelers and meted. Proceeds will benefit Nourish NC. Register: alsmiths from across the region will convene to sell www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=85153. 275 Waynick Blvd.

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music/concerts DOWNTOWN DRUM CIRCLE

Open drum circle for all levels, ages and drums.

Enjoy an expressive evening with drumming, dance and expression. Longest running drum circle with 4+ years and counting. Calico Room, 115 N 2nd St.

JAZZ AT CAM

Jan. 12, 6pm: Presented by the Cape Fear Jazz Society, Cameron Art Museum hosts lives jazz with Michael D’Angelo Quarte, featuring Chad Eby and Evan Ringel and a mix of standard and original work from 6:30-8 p.m. $10-$12. 3201 S. 17th St. www.cameronartmuseum.org

RUSH HOUR CONCERT

Jan. 17, 7pm: Taking place at UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium, writer and local professor Clyde Edgerton will read in various characters from old people to babies, as well as play tradition and original music.

Dr. Edgerton was raised near Durham, NC, and has published 10 novels, a book of advice and a memoir. $5-$10. http://uncw.edu/presents/rushhour.html

A SYMPHONY OF BELLS

Jan. 28: St. Andrews handbell choir will take over St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church to perform a varied concert of music. Hear classics from Mozart, jaunty rhythms from the soundtrack of “Shrek” and even modern-day rock tunes from bands like Coldplay. Free. 1416 Market St. Sharon L. Miller: (910) 762-9693

theatre/auditions COMMON PLACE, UNCOMMON ENCOUNTERS

Strangers interacting, old lovers meeting by chance, a woman in the men’s room, elderly friends on an outing, ex-spouses conflicting-- add a harried mother with a crying baby, a shady character in a trench coat, a man bent on suicide, and the grumpy custodian who cleans up after everyone. These are just some of characters who stop at a rest area off an expressway during the course of one day in “Common Place, Uncommon Encounters.” Penned by six members of the Port City Playwrights Project, the show runs Jan. 12-22. Curtain time Thurs.-Sat., 8pm with Sunday matinees, 3pm Ticket info posted on the website in Dec: https://

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See page 16.

DISNEY’S ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’

Thalian Association will present as part of TACT, their children’s theater program, “The Little Mermaid,” Jan. 20-22 at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. $12. Hannah Block USO/Community Center, 120 S. Second St. www.thalian.org

SISTER ACT

“Sister Act” based on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture “Sister Act.” Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. Tickets: www.thalianhall.org or 910632-2285.

dance CONTRA DANCE

Evening of contemporary American country dancing—done to live music by Box of Chocolates band—fiddle, percussion, guitar, dulcimer, bass, mandolin and more! Dress cool and comfortable, soft-soled shoes. 2nd/4th Tues. ea. mo. All ages welcome. United Methodist Church, 409 S. 5 Ave.

INTRO TO SQUARE DANCING

Jan. 19: The 76’ers Square Dance Club will meet at the New Hanover County Senior Center at 7 p.m. Folks are welcome to join, with or without a partner. 2222 S. College Rd. Free. Jeff Johnson: (910) 686-1953

comedy OPEN MIC COMEDY

After a long absence, the Browncoat is excited to once again host Open Mic Comedy, hosted by Hal Cosec! You think you’ve got what it takes to make an entire theater laugh? Come on out and prove it! Doors open at 7:30pm for signups, and the show starts at 8pm. Free! Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace St.

OPEN MIC

The wildest open mic in town ... anything goes. (except cover songs). Stand-up comedy, slam poetry, video, live music, odd talents—performances of all kinds. Hosted by 6-beer Steve. Signup, 8pm, and runs all night. Juggling Gypsy 1612 Castle St. ILM, (910) 763-2223 daily after 3pm for details. www.jugglinggypsy.com.

LUCKY JOE COMEDY SHOW

Jan. 14, 8pm: Join us at Lucky Joe Coffee Shop for our January installment of comedy! This month we welcome a plethora of comics to unveil the first joke they’ve written for the new year. Lucky Joe Coffee, 1414 S. College

COMEDY BINGO

Brent Blakeney headlines comedy bingo at Dead Crow, Tuesday nights, 8pm. Free show featuring the best comics from all over the Southeast, all while playing bingo along with the words they say! Win prizes and enjoy discount tacos! Hosted

by Louis Bishop with in-booth side kick comedian Lew Morgante. Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

DEAD CROW COMEDY ROOM

Jan. 13-14, 7pm/9:30pm: Bill Dwyer has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn, and his very own half hour standup special, Comedy Central Presents: Bil Dwyer. His takes on marriage, kids and family are hip and sardonic, and yet beneath lies a certain odd sweetness. Tickets: deadcrowcomedy.com.

Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

THE SECOND CITY HITS HOME

Jan. 26, The revered Chicago sketch comedy troupe will take over Kenan’s stage to perform songs and improv about Wilmington. $20-$50.

7:30 p.m. UNCW, 601 S. College Rd. www.uncw. edu/presents/second_city.html

art SAME VIEW

‘Same View—Different Day’ Backyard Series is a 3 year photographic exploration of the movement of tides, the art of clouds and the beauty of nature as seen by Artist Jo Ann Tomaselli from her own backyard. Platypus & Gnome Restaurant, downtown, 9 S Front St.

FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT

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

DISTILLATION OF NATURE

Flytrap Brewing presents “Distillation of Nature,” a collection of abstract watercolors by Nick Mijak.

For the last 6 years, this self-taught artist has spent his time painting outside and observing nature with the intention of mastering the “allusive mysterious medium of watercolor.” The paintings in this exhibition are a distillation of those years. Rather than represent nature, Nick strives to illicit emotion in the viewer. Using colors borrowed from nature, abstract forms and a loose technique, Nick Mijak has developed a unique style. Kickoff Mijak’s solo exhibition on January 12 while instrumental jazz musician Bob Russell and 2 Bros Coastal Cuisine dish out tunes and local street food. Mijak’s work will be on display through Feb. 28. Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

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Showcasing art work of 14 No Boundaries artisan that were chosen to participate in this year’s colony.

The work was created during a two-week artistic immersion, which takes place annually in the first 2 weeks in November on Bald Head Island. The artists for this years event include: Ben Billingsley, Richard Conn, Nat Dickinson, Brandon Guthrie, Chip Hemingway, Rebecca Jones, Anne Lindberg, Shaun Richards, Vicky Smith, Gayle Tustin and Genevieve VanZandt. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery (CFCC), 200 Hanover St.

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

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM

museums/education CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Through Jan. 15, 2017: Cameron Art Museum presents UnBound Narrative, an exhibition featuring nine contemporary artists from across the globe (United States, Canada, England and Cuba) who utilize the book as medium and inspiration to create their visual narrative. The forty diverse artworks in the exhibition (including 100 pages from three different versions of Tom Phillips’ groundbreaking project A Humument) show how varied the medium can be. Features work by James Allen (Portland, OR), Doug Beube (New York, NY), Andrew Hayes (Penland, NC), Guy Laramée (Montreal, Canada), Math Monahan (Boston, MA), Tom Phillips (London, England), Susan Porteous (Bend, OR), Diana Fonseca Quiñones (Havana, Cuba) and Tim Rollins and K.O.S (New York, NY). CAM will offer an array of exhibition-related programming, including our monthly Kids@CAM, youth classes, adult workshops, engaging lectures and gallery talks. • Through Feb. 12: Art from Flour: Barrel to Bag—Examining the history of the humble flour sack, Art From Flour: Barrel to Bag illustrates how a food staple became a reflection of art and life in America. Guest curated by Edward Irvine, associate professor of studio art in the UNCW department of art and art history. Remarks given at 6:30 p.m. • CAM Café open and serving delicious menu with full bar, 5pm-9pm. CAM Café: Tues,-Sat., 11am-3pm; Sun., 10am-3pm; Wed.-Thurs. 5-9pm.

910-395-5999. www.cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM

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

STARRING CAPE FEAR

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

Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and afterhours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mon. at 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child, ages 2-12, and free under age 2. 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634. wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE

Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 7620492. www.latimerhouse.org

CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM

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

BELLAMY MANSION

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

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ton. Now a museum, it focuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org.

503 Market St. BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE

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

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits. www. playwilmington.org. 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534

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 always-hungry dog, Dock, solve adventures. Parents can even drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly snacks and drinks available for purchase. Custom birthday packages with a chance to interact with characters and step onstage in the action.

STORY EXPLORERS

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

3201 S. 17th St.

MUSEUM EXPLORERS

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

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

FILM CLUB

Jan. 12, 4pm: Free filmmaking workshop for young people ages 10 and older. The group will work with each other and director Mr. Scooter at a series of three lively, interactive sessions. Attendance is required at all three sessions, on January 12, 19, and 26. Free for kids and teens ages 10 and older, but space is limited. Pre-registration is required on the calendar at http://libcal.nhclibrary.org/ event/2968249. 910-798-6393 or shayes@nhcgov. com. NHC Library, 201 Chestnut St

STORY ART

Special program for kids in kindergarten through second grade. At each session they’ll hear a story that incorporates a different art concept, then have time to apply what they’ve seen and heard as they make their own art! Free but space limited. Register www.nhclibrary.org for the dates your child will attend, to be sure of having enough seats and art materials. Julie: jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-7986303. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

FRENCH PLAYGROUP

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

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

“FICTION TO FASHION” CONTEST

Teens ages 13 to 18 are invited to compete in New Hanover County Public Library’s Third Annual Fashion Design Contest, “Fiction to Fashion”. Contestants will be challenged to design outfits from recycled books, cassette tapes, and CDs. Number of contestants in “Fiction to Fashion” is limited to 25. Reg. free and will be open through Jan. 31, or until available slots are filled. Contestants may select materials at the “Fiction to Fashion” orientation session on Jan. 17 at Northeast Library. Local fashion authorities will work with contestants on their artistic vision and presentation at a fashion forum on Feb. 7, and a runway show rehearsal on Feb. 21. Attendance at these three meetings is required. Runway show is scheduled for 7pm on Feb. 23 at Expo 216 on Front Street. Contestants will model their designs for a live audience, and the fashion authorities will award special prizes to be announced at the event. http://libguides.nhclibrary. org/newse/f2f. Scooter Hayes: shayes@nhcgov. com or 910-798-6393. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

MAKEOVER MEMORIES

Jan. 22, 1-4pm: Calling all mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends! Join us for a day of pampering and makeovers with BeautyCounter’s safer and high-performing products. Little Princesses can choose to dress and meet some of their favorite princesses. Once everyone is camera-ready, capture the memories with a photo shoot. Choose a time slot and register each individual who will be getting a makeover/photo. Space is very limited.

All ages. Wilmington School of Ballet, 2250 Shipyard Blvd Unit 12. www.eventbrite.com/e/makeover-memories-tickets-30214910611

MINECRAFT CREATIVE BUILD FOR KIDS

Jan. 23, 3:30pm for kids 8-12; Jan. 24, 6pm, for teens, 13-18: New Hanover County Library is preparing students to succeed in a 21st century world! Build a structure in Minecraft at this free workshop at Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 South College Rd. Attendance is free but space is strictly limited, so please register on the calendar at www. nhclibrary.org. There will be a small materials charge if you choose to print your design on the 3D printer. Scooter Hayes: 910-798-6393/shayes@ nhcgov.com.

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

outdoors/recreation EAGLE ISLAND KAYAK TOUR

Explore Davis Creek and the Cape Fear River along Eagle Island learning about its history while observing wildlife. Cost: $45/person. Pre-reg. rqd.

341-0075 or reg., halyburtonpark.com. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL

There will be a mandatory captain’s meeting held on Wed., Feb. 8, 6pm, Fran Russ Rec Center located next to the park office. We will review the rules

Mon.-Fri. 9am-Midnight Sat. 10am-Midnight • Sun. 11am-11pm 3907 Shipyard Blvd.

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and you will have the opportunity to ask questions.

Referees will also be present. If the team captain ora team representative is not present at the meeting, the team will not be allowed to play and the team fee will be refunded according to the refund policy on the registration form that follows on page two. Register through Feb. 3 (or when the league fills, whichever comes first). Minimum of 10, maximum of 24 teams. Wrightsville Beach Park, 321 Causeway Dr. 10-WEEK EXERCISE PROGRAM

Jan 11, 9am Beach Bound Boot Camp is a ten week high energy exercise program that meets two times per week. Kick start your 2017 training regimen with this 10-week training session that strives to improve physical fitness and increase health awareness in a fun but safe environment.

The program will include a variety of feasible exercises including calisthenics, low impact cardio, and resistance training. Beach Bound Boot Camp seeks to provide a transformational experience through effective training while fostering relationships that will encourage success. $200 WB residents / $240 nonresidents. Pre-ref rqd. Mon/Wed, 9-10am. Session 1: through March 20. Session 2: March 27 - June 5. Wrightsville Beach Municipal Park, Bob Sawyer Dr.

classes ART CLASSES

Watercolor and Colored Pencils, Shells and Sea Creature: Project will teach you great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. • Multimedia Nature Print, Wed., 10am-noon and 2-4pm: Learn great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. • Paper Quilt Collage, 10am-noon and 2-4pm: This project will teach you great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce

beautiful results. • Oil Pastel/Colored Pencil Designs, Sat., 10am-noon: This project will teach you great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. Sign up and see $20 for one/ $75 for all projects. Materials supplied. loislight@bellsouth.net or call 910 547-8115. Sun Room Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure WINE AND WATERCOLOR

Led by Nick Mijak. Every Tues. evening starting at 7:30 class is led by local watercolor artist Nick Mijak, we always enjoy a nice glass of wine while we learn some fundamental techniques of the mysterious medium of watercolor. The idea is to take the fear out of watercolor and learn the fun.

All materials provided, and each participant gets a completed painting they are proud of by the end of the evening. Come join the fun, at Bar Local! Bar Local, Bellas: 19 Market St.

KIDS COOKING CLASSES

The Seasoned Gourmet is inviting kids 12 years old and older to embark on a culinary world tour!

On this trip you will enjoy hands-on experience cooking in the African, Italian, Mexican and French traditions with our instructor, Sherry Storms. Each class will focus on a different county from which you will learn geographical and cultural facts; as well as, recipes native to these areas. All you have to pack for this trip is an apron! All classes are 6-8pm; 12 years and older. 5500 Market Street Suite 110.

BOOK MAKING FOR TEENS

Teens ages 12 and older will use recycled library materials to construct personalized side-bound books at this workshop. Participation is free and all tools and materials will be provided, but space is strictly limited. Reg, opens a month before the workshop on the calendar at www.nhclibrary. org. 910-798-6303 or email Shannon Vaughn at svaughn@nhcgov.com. NHC Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 South College Rd.

BOOK NOOK

Hands-on computer workshop at Northeast Library is for avid readers! Librarian Carla Sarratt will walk you through a variety of online tools for the reading community. At this training session you’ll learn tricks and tips for discovering reading and readalike suggestions using the Library’s own online catalog and website, NoveList, and Goodreads.

You’ll also explore self-published books by Indie authors on Biblioboard! Seats limited and prereg. rqd. for free. www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6371.

Carla Sarratt, 910-798-6371; csarratt@nhcgov. com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

FITNESS CLASSES

Boot Camp, Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 6 a.m. - 7 a.m. Barre Fit classes, Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Hatha (Gentle) Yoga, Tuesdays at 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Kettlebell Training , Fridays at 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m., starting in January. Vinyasa Yoga, Mondays & Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Low Impact Aerobics, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Tone, Strengthen and Stretch classes, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Admission: 910-256-7925. WB Park, 321 Causeway Dr.

BACKLIT YOGA

Expo216 and Pineapple Studios have partnered together to bring a blacklight yoga experience to the Theater Room at Expo 216. An hour long yoga class, with ocean meditation, will be held on Sat. at 11am with Rebekah Boatwright. Donations for class are greatly appreciated! Expo 216, 216 N. Front St.

CHRISTIAN MYSTICISM SEMINAR

Opportunity to experience more of what we have been talking about in a 10-week seminar/discussion on Christian Mysticism. Local author, John Evans will use the draft copy of his new book, Discovery Prayer, Experiencing God as Jesus Did, to present more effective prayer/meditation methods. Teaching and discussion will be flavored with poetry by the author and other mystics such as Saint Theresa of Avila and Meister Eckhart.The intent is to equip those who attend to make a fresh and more effective approach to intimacy with God. Pomegranate Bookstore, 4118 Parke Ave., Saturday mornings, at 10am. Meeting 1/14, 21. RSVP to insightbuilders@gmail.com. Ea. meeting is selfsufficient and useful.

4 SEASONS OF THE SOUTHERN GARDEN

No yard? No problem, you can still enjoy gardening! Master Gardener Dawn Betts discusses how to plant, water and fertilize plants in “Krazy Containers” of every size and sort. The program is free and no registration is needed. Uupcoming sessions of “The Four Seasons of the Southern Garden” Master Gardener Jon Wooten offers helpful tips for gardeners new to coastal North Carolina on April 22, and returns with a presentation on native plants on July 15. Northeast Library is offering “The Four Seasons of the Southern Garden” series in cooperation with the NCSU Extension Service and the New Hanover County Arboretum. All these organizations offer an abundance of free information and resources for gardeners. http://arboretum. nhcgov.com. 910-798-6360 for the Arboretum/Extension Service or jpinson@nhcgov.com.

REIKI SHARE

Jan. 16, 6:30pm: Give yourself the gift of energy balancing and deep relaxation. Please join us on this evening for our monthly Reiki Share. Drop in any time between 6:30 and 8:30 pm and receive relaxing Reiki energy from the owners, Sami and Agnes, and Reiki Master Teacher students of HARMONY: A Wellness Center & Yoga, 3504 N. Kerr Ave. All welcome! Pay what you can.

E-RESOURCE WORKSHOP

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smartphones, tablets, eReaders, and computers!

Reference Librarian Annice Sevett will demonstrate how to start enjoying digital library content at this free workshop at Northeast Library. Free workshop; register, http://libcal.nhclibrary.org/ event/3028056. Make sure you bring your NHC Library card, your choice of personal electronic device, and any power cords you may need. http:// libguides.nhclibrary.org/eResources.

910-7986301. Annice Sevett at 910-798-6371 or asevett@ nhcgov.com. NHC Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. HEART HEALTHY NUTRITION SEMINAR

This 4-class nutrition seminar series is a part of the YMCA’s evidence-based Blood Pressure SelfMonitoring Program. Each 1-hour seminar covers important nutrition topics that impact heart health.

These seminars are a part of the Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program but are open to the public and free of charge. Seminar 1 (January 11th, 12pm-1pm): D.A.S.H. Dietrary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. Seminar 2 (February 8th, 12pm-1pm): Lowering Sodium Intake. Seminar 3: (March 8th, 12pm-1pm): Shopping, Preparing and Cooking Food for Better Blood Pressure.

Seminar 4: (April 12th, 12pm-1pm): Heart Healthy Eating for Life. www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org/ programs/blood-pressure-self-monitoring.

Express YMCA, 11 S. Kerr Ave.

lectures/literary BEGIN THE CONVERSATION CLINICS

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host free Begin the Conversation clinics from 10-11 a.m. the third Fri. of ea. mo., Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. Free to adults, 18 and older, will provide attendees information and resources to think about and plan for future healthcare decisions. Attendees will receive specific strategies for initiating conversations that can significantly reduce family stress and improve quality of care.

Advance directives supplied so healthcare instructions can be legally documented. Jason: 910-796-7943/jason.clamme@lcfh.org.

JEWISH HISTORY LECTURE SERIES

Jan. 12, 7pm: Tevye’s Daughters: Decisions Jews Faced at the Beginning of the Twentieth Century.

This three part series of talks and discussion focuses on spiritual choices, the passion for social justice, and forging an identity. Dr. Carole Fink and Mr. Glenn Tetterton will lead this series on issues faced by Jews more than a century ago, many of which are still relevant today. It is opened to the public, but we would request you register at the Reibman Center, 922 Market Street, Tuesday through Friday. We would like a donation of $54 or more, however college students are welcomed without charge. Please contact Glenn Tetterton, ltettert@yahoo.com.

WWI IN WILMINGTON

Jan. 16, 7:30pm: Jan Davidson of the Cape Fear Museum will talk about WWI in Wilmington as well as how it has been memorialized in our area. We will be doing a WWI exhibit in the Spring of 2017 and this will be our kickoff. Federal Point History Center, 1121 N. Lake Park Blvd.

JEWISH HISTORY LECTURE SERIES

Tevye’s Daughters: Decisions Jews Faced at the Beginning of the Twentieth Century. This three part series of talks and discussion focuses on spiritual choices, the passion for social justice, and forging an identity. Dr. Carole Fink and Mr. Glenn Tetterton will lead this series on issues faced by Jews more than a century ago, many of which are still relevant today. It is opened to the public, but we would request you register at the Reibman Center, 922 Market Street, Tuesday through Friday. We would like a donation of $54 or more, however college students are welcomed without charge. Glenn Tetterton, ltettert@yahoo.com. Temple of Israel Reibman Center, 922 Market St.

AMERICAN ASSOC. OF UNIVERSITY MEETING

1/14, 9:30am: Guest speaker in January will be Sean Palmer, director of the Upperman African American Cultural Center at UNCW. Sean will talk about his work and the university’s interest in diversity. Sean began his position here this past Spring and before that, he was Assistant Director of the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture at Duke University. Sean graduated from Macalester College with a B.A. In English, from Clark Atlanta University with a M.A. In African American Studies and from Duke University with a M.Div. Program is free and open to everyone and we invite the community to attend. Reservations are not necessary. St. Andrews on the Sound Episcopal Church,101 Airlie Rd.

clubs/notices POKEMON LEAGUE

Come out to Cape Fear Games on Sunday evenings to catch them all by learning to play the Pokemon Trading Card game, battle and trade in the video games, or enjoy the store’s Pokemon Go Pokestop. All ages are welcome to our family friendly environment. www.facebook.com/groups/ CFGPokemon. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D

FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC

Format of Magic: The Gathering tournaments, held on Friday nights in gaming stores and associations all across the world. They are designed to be a beginner-friendly introduction to organized play.

Standard format. $6 fee paid towards prize support for event. Prizes are a pack per win and also if you complete all 4 rounds. Event begins at 7pm, reg. begins at 6pm. Arrive early for event reg. Free play, $6 entry fee first FNM Free. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D.

BIRTH CIRCLE

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

EXPECTING MAMA’S CIRCLE

Sat, noon: Come chat with other pregnant mamas who are going through the same thing as you!

Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Breastfeeding USA counselor, and Postpartum Doula, Jess Zeffiro will moderate a free Pregnancy Meetup Group. Expectant mothers are invited to pop into the group at any time to share their stories, ask questions, and connect with great area resources.

Share your stories with each other and have any pregnancy and birth related questions answered in a supportive and caring environment. The Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

In Norse mythology, Yggdrasil is a huge holy tree that links all of the nine worlds. Perched on its uppermost branch is an eagle with a hawk sitting on its head. Far below, living near the roots, is a dragon. The hawk and eagle stay in touch with the dragon via Ratatoskr, a talkative squirrel that runs back and forth between the heights and the depths. Alas, Ratatoskr traffics solely in insults. That’s the only kind of message the birds and the dragon ever have for each other. In accordance with the astrological omens, Aries, I suggest you act like a far more benevolent version of Ratatoskr in coming weeks. Be a feisty communicator who roams far and wide to spread uplifting gossip and energizing news.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You have a divine mandate to love bigger and stronger and truer than ever before. It’s high time to freely give the gifts you sometimes hold back from those for whom you care. It’s high time to take full ownership of neglected treasures so you can share them with your worthy allies. It’s high time to madly cultivate the generosity of spirit that will enable you to more easily receive the blessings that can and should be yours. Be a brave, softhearted warrior of love!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

I love and respect Tinker Bell, Kermit the Frog, Shrek, Wonder Woman, SpongeBob SquarePants, Snow White, Road Runner, and Calvin and Hobbes. They have provided me with much knowledge and inspiration.

Given the current astrological omens, I suspect you, too, can benefit from cultivating relationships with characters like them. It’s also a favorable time for you to commune with the spirits of Harriet Tubman, Leonardo da Vinci, Marie Curie, or any other historical figures who inspire you. I suggest you have dreamlike conversations with your most interesting ancestors as well.

Are you still in touch with your imaginary friends from childhood? If not, renew acquaintances.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

“I never wish to be easily defined,” Cancerian author Franz Kafka wrote. “I’d rather float over other people’s minds as something fluid and non-perceivable; more like a transparent, paradoxically iridescent creature rather than an actual person.” Do you ever have that experience? I do. I’m a Crab like you, and I think it’s common among members of our tribe. For me it feels liberating. It’s a way to escape people’s expectations of me and enjoy the independence of living in my fantasies. But I plan to do it a lot less in 2017; I advise you to do the same. We should work hard at coming all the way down to earth. We will thrive by floating less and being better grounded—by being less fuzzy and more solid and by not being so inscrutable but rather more knowable.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Here’s my declaration: “I hereby forgive, completely and permanently, all motorists who have ever irked me with their rude and bad driving. I also forgive, totally and forever, all tech-support people who have insulted me, stonewalled me, or given me wrong information as I sought help from them on the phone.

I furthermore forgive, utterly and finally, all family members and dear friends who have hurt my feelings.” Now would be a fantastic time for you to do what I just did, Leo: Drop grudges, let go of unimportant outrage, and issue a blanket amnesty. Start with the easier stuff—the complaints against strangers and acquaintances—and work your way up to the allies you cherish.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

There are some authors who both annoy and intrigue me. Even though I feel allergic to the uncomfortable ideas they espouse, I’m also fascinated by their unique provocations. As I read their words, I’m half-irritated at their grating declarations and yet greedy for more. I disagree with much of what they say but feel grudgingly grateful for the novel perspectives they prod me to discover. (Nobel Prize-winner Elias Canetti is one such author.) In accordance with the current astrological rhythms, Virgo, I invite you to seek similar influ-

ences—for your own good!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Now would be an excellent time to add new beauty to your home. Are there works of art or buoyant plants or curious symbols that would lift your mood? Would you consider hiring a feng-shui consultant to rearrange the furniture and accessories so as to enhance the energetic flow? Can you entice visits from compelling souls whose wisdom and wit would light up the place? Tweak your imagination so it reveals tricks about how to boost your levels of domestic bliss.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

In 2017 you will have unprecedented opportunities to re-imagine, revise, and reinvent the story of your life. You’ll be able to forge new understandings about your co-stars and reinterpret the meanings of crucial plot twists that happened once upon a time. Now, check out these insights from author Mark Doty: “The past is not static, or ever truly complete. As we age, we see from new positions, shifting angles. A therapist friend of mine likes to use the metaphor of a spiral stair that winds up inside a lighthouse.

As one moves up the stair, the core at the center doesn’t change, but one continually sees it from another vantage point; if the past is a core of who we are, then our movement in time always brings us into a new relation to that core.”

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

The “Tao Te Ching” is a poetically philosophical text written by a Chinese sage more than 2 millennia ago. Numerous authors have translated it into modern languages. I’ve borrowed from their work to craft a horoscope precisely suitable for you in the coming weeks. Here’s your high-class fortune-cookie oracle: Smooth the edges, untangle knots, sweeten openings, balance extremes, relax mysteries, soften the glare, forgive doubts, love breathing, harmonize longings, and marvel at the sunny dust.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

I recently discovered “Tree of Jesse,” a painting by renowned 20thcentury artist Marc Chagall. I wanted to get a copy to hang on my wall.

As I scoured the Internet, I couldn’t find a single business that sells prints of it. Thankfully, I did locate an artist in Vietnam who said he could paint an exact replica. I ordered it, and was pleased with my new objet d’art.

It was virtually identical to Chagall’s original. I suggest you meditate on taking a metaphorically similar approach, Capricorn. Now is a time when substitutes may work as well as what they replace.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

“It is often safer to be in chains than to be free,” Franz Kafka wrote. That fact is worthy of your consideration in the coming weeks, Aquarius. You can avoid all risks by remaining trapped inside the comfort that is protecting you. Or you can take a gamble on escaping, and hope the new opportunities you attract will compensate you for the sacrifice it entails.

I’m not here to tell you what to do; I simply want you to know what the stakes are.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

“All pleasures are in the last analysis imaginary, and whoever has the best imagination enjoys the most pleasure.” So said 19th-century German novelist Theodor Fontane. I’m passing his observation on to you. Why? Because by my astrological estimates, you Pisceans will have exceptional imaginations in 2017—more fertile, fervent and freedom-loving than ever before. Therefore, your capacity to drum up pleasure will be at an all-time high. There is a catch, however. Your imagination, like everyone else’s, is sometimes prone to churning out superstitious fears. To take maximum advantage of its bliss-inducing potential, you will have to be firm about steering it in positive directions.

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pregnant women, mothers, babies and children.

If you have questions about breastfeeding or just would like to meet other breastfeeding mothers, this is the meeting for you. La Leche League Leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own babies and who have been trained and accredited by La Leche League International to help mothers and mothers-to-be with all aspects of breastfeeding. Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave. ST. PAUL’S

Midweek Holy Eucharist: Every Wed. at 12:10 p.m. for Holy Eucharist followed by community lunch (suggested donation, $5). • Choral Evenson every second Wednesday, followed by supper and Christian Formation discussion.

Evensong is a sung service of evening prayer, psalms, canticles, and scripture readings. Ancient part of the Anglican tradition, ever renewing the soul. Sung by Choir of St. Paul’s. spechurch. com. 910-762-4578. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St.

COASTAL CLEANUP KICKOFF

NC Coastal Federation, the NC Coastal Reserve and Keep Onslow Beautiful on Sat., Jan. 14, 9am-1pm, at Morris Landing Clean Water Preserve for a shoreline cleanup to kick off the federation’s 2017 marine debris removal efforts.

Volunteers with kayaks and paddleboards welcome to launch from Morris Landing and paddle to the Permuda Island Reserve, located across the Intracoastal Waterway from the Morris Landing site, to remove debris. Register today: www. nccoast.org/crabpotproject. Event will take place outdoors, so dress accordingly. Sturdy shoes for walking in wet areas are also recommended especially boots and/or waders. We will have some available for use. Trash bags, gloves and other clean up materials will be provided. This event may not be ideal for young children. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Refreshments provided for all volunteers. Morris Landing Clean Water Preserve, 898 Morris Landing Rd.

BOOK SALE

The Friends of the Leland Library will hold the monthly book sale Saturday, January 14. We are starting off the new year with two special deals.

The first feature is anything Presidential. The second feature is any of the books for “dummies” or “idiots.” Both will be 50% off. Magnolia House, 102 Town Hall Dr. Ellie Edwards, (910) 833-2322 or Jenny Migliosi, (910) 383-0293. www.friendsofthelelandlibrary.com/

CAPE FEAR SIERRA CLUB MONTHLY MEETING

DON’T MISS! 1/21 – Departure - A Tribute to Journey 2/3 – Cowboy - The Ultimate Kid Rock Tribute 2/11 – Appetite for Destruction - Guns N Destru Roses Tribute For more concerts and events, go online at HOB.COM/MYRTLE BEACH 4640 HWY 17 S. Barefoot Landing 843.272.3000

Jan. 16: Karen Edgar, Certified Journeyman Beekeeper, will present a lecture and demonstration on “It Is the Small Things, The Disappearance of the Honeybee.” Bee parasites, pesticides, and food sources will be discussed. Free pizza is served at 6pm, program begins at 6:30pm. Priss Endo, pauline.endo@gmail.com

ST. PAUL’S TAIZÉ SERVICE

Fourth Wed. of every month at 5:30 p.m. for Taizé, an ecumenical sung and silent participatory prayer service designed to achieve a contemplative state through music, song, and silence. www. spechurch.com, 910-762-4578

FRIENDS SCHOOL OF ILM

Jan. 24-25: Friends School of Wilmington invites you to an Open House at our Pine Grove campus (18 mo.-2nd grade). Tour the campus, observe classes in session, and meet dedicated faculty, administrators and parents of current students.

David Hoolahan: davidh@fsow.org or 910-7918221, ext 100. 207 Pine Grove Dr.

culinary FERMENTAL

Free tasting every Friday, 6pm. • Third Wednes-

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day of each month feat. musical and brewing talents alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share, sample, and trade their creations: an evening of beer and an open stage. PA and equipment provided. All genres. All beer styles 910-821-0362 for details.

Fermental, 7250 Market St. RIVER BLUFFS FARMER’S MARKET

Every Sat., 10am-3pm: Farmer Bill is up early most mornings, tending to the crops at The River Bluffs Organic Farm. Situated on 10 acres of land, The Farm utilizes sustainable growing methods so that all yielded produce can be tagged “certified organic.” Located just down the road from the entrance of River Bluffs, The Farm helps to fill the amazing menu at the neighborhood restaurant—Porches Cafe. River Bluffs, 3571 Hansa Dr. http://riverbluffsliving.com/saturday-farm-market.

FREE BREWERY TOURS AND TASTINGS

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

BEER BINGO

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

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

AYCE OYSTER ROAST

Every Friday for All You Can Eat oysters, shell on shrimp, fried shrimp, hushpuppies and slaw.

Only $34.95. Local oysters. Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St.

GIADA DE LAURENTIIS

Jan. 27: Food Network star (and granddaughter to Wilmington’s Screen Gems Studio founder Dino De Laurentiis), Giada De Laurentiis will host a breakfast and lunch at Landfall Country Club.

All ticket sales benefit the Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington (GLOW). Breakfast: 7:30-9:30 a.m., $125; Lunch: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., $250.

This event will sell out! http://glowacademy.net.

support groups CHADD

Wilmington Area CHADD meets on the 2nd Monday of every month from 7-9pm at the Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B. This free support group is open to a growing group of parents, grandparents and individuals affected by AD/HD who understand what it takes to face its daily challenges. Free. Pine Valley United Methodist Church 3788 Shipyard Blvd., bldg B. WilmingtonCHADD.org

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Life Community Church, located inside Independence Mall, will have a Celebrate Recovery meeting every Monday evening at 6:30 pm starting with fellowship followed by a large group meeting at 7pm. Support groups for men and women follow at 8 pm. The meeting is in the Extension located across from Branches bookstore and the church auditorium. For more information. contact Jodie at 910-547-8973, 791-3859 or Lifecc.com.

Life Community Church, 3500 Oleander Dr.

PFLAG

PFLAG Meeting is first Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.

TRANGENDER SUPPORT GROUP

Transgender Support groups facilitated by licensed therapists in a private and safe location.

Four free monthly support groups for parents and family, children and teens, young adults, and older adults. All are phone screened for safety.

Group information is given at the time of the screening. Please contact Nova Swanstrom MA, LPA for more information. (910) 343-6890 x3009

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Thurs., 6pm: Meets in Classroom C, Ground Floor. Men and spouses welcome from the en-

tire Cape Fear area. Discussion/programs. www. wilmingtonprostatecancersupportgroup.com.

910-792-9953.

COPING WITH THE LOSS OF A CHILD

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a no cost grief group for those coping with the loss of a child.

The group will meet from 10 am-noon Wed., Dec. 28, Jan. 11; Jan. 18; and Feb. 1; at Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, Conference Room, 1406 Physicians Dr. (910) 796-7991. Grief groups provide comfort, care, support and the tools needed to help families get through this difficult time. Often being around others who have been through a similar experience enables participants to talk about what they are experiencing. Grief groups help emphasize that participants are not grieving alone and others understand and can support them on their grief journey.

WILMINGTON PRIDE YOUTH GROUP

Middle school and high-school students: Wilmington Pride and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation have joined together to create and facilitate a youth group for children/youth (middle school and high school) who are LGBTQIA, plus straight allies. A safe space for kids to talk about orientation, gender, racial equality, political consequences, religion, self harm and self-care.

Needed: youth facilitators, especially those who are trained to work with kids, and speakers to talk about important topics. Meet every Thurs. at 7:30pm at UU Congregation of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave, (across from Roland Grise Middle School). Sue Graffius: dre@uufwilmington.org).

tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR

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

CONFEDERATE WALKING TOURS

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

GHOST WALK

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

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS

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

INSIDER’S TOUR

Curious about the Cape Fear? Explore the history of your community at Cape Fear Museum.

Take the Insider’s Tour offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am. Tours are free with admission and include a “behind the scenes” sneak peek. Pre-registration is required: 910-798-4362 or cfmprograms@nhcgov.com. Free w/general admission or membership. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

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