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Local historians, Dr. Chris Fonvielle, Robin Triplett and Superintendent Eric Kozen will guide folks through the Oakdale Cemetery (520 N. 15th St.) on July 16. Learn about the history of Oakdale, Civil War veterans, funerary art, and interesting citizens. The tour is from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. and tickets are $15, and don’t forget to bring a flashlight. The tour will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Visit www.oakdalecemetery.org.

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HISTORY FORGOTTEN, PG. 18 Local filmmaker Christopher Everett will host a screening of ‘Out of Darkness,’ a three-part documentary by Amadeuz Christ which takes a deep look at African history, culture and psychological conditioning of racism today. Courtesy photo

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MUSIC>> Marianas Trench is starting a new tour with their album “Astoria,” a fun yet emotional record which also pays homage to ‘80s action-adventure movies.

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Chief Contributors: Gwenyfar Rohler, Anghus, Jay Schiller, Tom Tomorrow, Chuck Shepherd, Mark Basquill, Rosa Bianca, Rob Brezsny, Linda Grattafiori, Bethany Turner, Cassie Dee

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‘Intertidal’ (left) is one piece by local artist Kate Sinclair featured at MC Erny Gallery as part of their all-female artist show, “Diverse Works.”

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INSIDE THIS WEEK: Live Local, pgs. 4-5 • OpEd, pg. 6 • News of the Weird, pg. 7 Music, pgs. 8-13 • Art, pgs. 14-15 • Theatre, pg. 16 • Film, pgs. 18-19 Dining, pgs. 20-28 • Extra, pg. 32 • Calendar, pgs. 34-46 • Corkboard, pg. 47

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NEWS>>LIVE LOCAL

LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL: Finding a field of dreams and some magic in local baseball BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

because I work most weekend nights.

But I enlisted the Basquill family in my plans to learn about baseball. Logistical discussions began with the important topics: “Mark, I understand that beer and nachos are involved?” I asked.

Mark confirmed this was the case.

Imagine my surprise at the ball park to discover they had multiple beers on tap and more in bottles in the cooler.

Knowing I am a total light weight, Jock bought me a Bud Light. I looked at him in dismay and high jacked his solo cup of Sweet Water instead.

“I feel very American right now,” I said to Jock. “Baseball, beer, summer night, friends, Fourth of July weekend.”

“And on Canada Day!” he pointed out. “What I want to know is: Where do they keep the Zamboni?”

Back at our seats, Mark began to explain the intricacies of the sport—like why the guy ran in an arc toward first base rather than a straight line.

“Baseball is physics and geometry,” he began.

ALL-AMERICAN PAST TIME: Gwenyfar Rohler goes to her first baseball game with good friends and family: (l. to r.) Linda and Gwen Basquill, Gwenyfar, Jock Brandis, and the Wilmington Sharks mascot, Sharkie. Photo by Mark Basquill

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o this is what people do who don’t go to the theatre on Friday night?” I asked, as I looked around the stands at the Sharks game.

“Yes, among other things.” Mark Basquill laughed at me. “Oh, look they heard you.”

He pointed to the group gathering at the pitcher’s mound. I had been inquiring about meetings at the mound a la Bull Durham.

This was my first baseball game. I was decked out for the occasion. I even managed to locate the only piece of baseball paraphernalia in our house: one of Jock’s

old Toronto Blue Jays T-shirts.

I did not grow up in a sports-oriented family. Oddly enough, though, my mother loved baseball movies—even though I never remember her or my father watching a baseball game live or on TV. But I can recite whole pages of “Field of Dreams,” “The Natural” and “Bull Durham.”

In 2012, when the possibility of building a new baseball stadium was on the ballot, I pointed out we already had a baseball team in town—the Sharks, part of the Coastal Plain League. Then I started asking: If we were so eager

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to bring minor league baseball here, does anyone actually go to the Sharks games? I kept hearing “no” as a dismayed answer from slightly embarrassed friends—until Mark Basquill shot back with a statement to the effect of how he loves baseball and goes to Sharks games all the time. The attendance numbers suggest the games are worthwhile. In 2012 Sharks co-owner Darrell Handelsman reported averages of over 1,000 tickets sold per night to games, with spikes on special-events nights. So I made a resolution to go to a Sharks game and see what it is all about. Sadly, it has taken me from 2012 until now to make this happen—partly

His wife, Linda, and daughter, Gwen, investigated the finer points of ball park hot dogs while Mark attempted to explain what each of the positions in the field did and why a ball bouncing on the ground changed what could be done with it. About the time Mark began explaining the merits of Southpaw vs. right-handed pitchers, he was interrupted by a young woman with a microphone walking around the field, introducing what proved to be the first of several inter-inning entertainments—a putting contest, a fitness challenge for kids, a tire-rolling contest, and a couple of lawn-Olympic-like contests with the 9-to-12-year-old set.

“What’s going on now?” I asked, perplexed. “Is this like half time?”

“No.” Mark shook his head. “This is product placement. Sports at this level is all about sponsorship.”

Indeed I noticed all fly balls were brought to the audience by “Fly ILM” and the young woman with the mic was plugging Wilmington Athletic Club for

the fitness challenge, while the putting contest was sponsored by Beau Rivage (the winner got a free round of golf).

Looking at the team—who all had to be clothed, fed, trained, transported—and the facility—which is rented from the city—alongside the equipment, coach’s salaries, and front office, proved there are a lot of expenses in keeping the team financially solvent.

Sponsorship seems obvious, but wow!

I have summoned up more enthusiasm for animated and exciting discussions about rectal thermometers than this poor young woman displayed. I looked at Mark in dismay.

“Clearly (name withheld) could benefit from some acting classes.”

Mark agreed. “They usually try to get someone who can at least feign interest.”

“Stand up and sing; it’s the seventh inning stretch!” Linda motioned us up. We sang “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” and marveled at the beautiful, balmy summer night—not a cloud in the sky or a mosquito in the air.

Play resumed and Mark began to explain the various scenarios necessary for the Sharks to win—and that we were approaching a time when it would be highly unlikely. Then another meeting at the pitcher’s mound began.

“This is like Bull Durham,” I commented. Mark chuckled and after a game with no runs scored by the Sharks, all of a sudden, they brought two guys home and tied the score.

“Wow! It’s turning into a real game,” Mark observed. “Now there’s a chance.”

Clearly, the visiting team, The Wilson Tobs, were not amused by this turn of events. They brought in another pitcher.

“OK,” Mark grinned. “Here’s your ‘Natural’: It’s the bottom of the ninth, the score is tied, there are men on the bases—not a sexist term; they all just happen to be guys. This is the moment for Robert Redford to hit the ball into the scoreboard and win the game!”

The next player took up a bat and walked toward home plate. While he kicked the dirt, waiting for the pitcher and the catcher to finish arguing in sign language, the announcer’s booth cranked up Queen’s “We Will Rock You,” and the crowd started to scream.

“Is this like when someone gets a standing ovation during a musical?” I asked.

The only thing I could equate this to was Sally Bowles bringing down the house

with “Maybe This Time” from “Cabaret.”

“No, they’re trying to get some energy for the batter—some support,” Mark clarified.

When he cracked the bat and the ball was declared fair (not foul—look at me!) the guy on third ran for home, and the whole team swarmed the field to celebrate the win. The crowd was euphoric—a kind of contagious euphoria that made me jump up and down and cheer. Because our guys won!

On our way to the parking lot, Linda asked if we would do this again? I can’t wait for another game—it was so much fun. But, I have to admit, I finally understand the glazed, slightly strained expressions on my friends’ faces who don’t particularly know or care a lot about theatre when I get started on a monologue about the finer points of Shakespeare. I also finally understand the allure of local sports: These guys aren’t famous, they are college-aged players, and they play as a team—not as a support group for a celebrity. Kids run around the stands, old friends greet each other, and new friendships are formed. Oddly enough, it really does feel exactly like the fairy tale we are sold in baseball movies and stories.

It is this innocent place where sometimes something magical and exciting happens. Much like live theatre, we have all come together to share this moment that will never be the same again.

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NEWS>>OP-ED

SURF’S UP! Making contributions to the joys of life BY: MARK BASQUILL

t 7 a.m. on Saturday, July 2, I showed up at The Salty Dog Yoga studio on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk for Tony Silvagni Surf School’s two-hour combination yoga class and surfing lesson. The studio was empty except for the instructor.

waves. I told him I was a lifeguard just a few short years ago and I loved the water. I also fessed up how I mastered the art of the pearl, the ability to nosedive any board into the sand. I sometimes fell from grace with so little grace the board caught me in sensitive places, thus dampening my enthusiasm. The fact is, I added with embarrassment, I had never stood up on a surf board. Ever.

Dylan’s optimism impressed me right off “C’mon in. You’re the only person that the bat. He corrected various errors in form signed up.” and attitude on land before guiding me into “For the yoga?” I asked. conditions that were nearly perfect for learn“For either. You have private lessons for ing: light offshore breeze, clean, small easy yoga and surfing.” Alexis Abbatte smiled. sets, a patient, optimistic instructor with a That no one else signed up shouldn’t have sense of humor. surprised me. According to alcohol blog Vinepair, Wilmington is the fourth drunkest beach town in the country. Enjoying a few beers or a pull from that special pipe may be sociable on occasion, and our self-indulgences may add a lot to our local and national economy, but how much either contributes to our pursuit of happiness is another matter. It seems to me our addictions of working and drinking too much destroy our balance and contribute less to our well-being than to our two Gross National Products of piss and misery.

Because I actually believe people strive to restore balance to their busy-bee lives, I called the surf school early to reserve a spot.

I didn’t want my place in class to be scoffed up by an overworked, underpaid tourist from Ohio that found the surf school online and wanted to restore sanity rather than recycle self-destructive self-indulgences.

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After several frustrating falls, Dylan smiled.

“You’re doing fine, dude. You’re holding onto the board way too long. Trust your eyes and hands. Let go.”

It clicked.

If you’re holding onto the board for dear life, you’ll never stand up. And it sounded a lot like the mantra I used when coaching youth baseball: “Trust your eyes and hands. Let go.”

So, on July 2, 2016, a mere 50 years after learning to swim, I walked on water. I can finally say without shame, “We don’t make the waves, but we can learn to surf.”

After studying at UNCW, Dylan spent a few years working with Surfing the Nations, a nonprofit using surfing to connect with atrisk violent youth around the world. I guess the theory is “surf more—shoot less.” It My choice was restorative. Alexis tailored works for me. her yoga lesson to my skill level and flexibil“In Indonesia a guy your age told me it ity required for surfing, and she taught me was time for me to find a real job and make “Ujjiah” breath—an ancient yoga breathing real money,” Dylan revealed. “He looked technique that was new to me. Life could be miserable.” a lot worse than learning something new from Misery does love company. a skilled, graceful and confident instructor.

I was inspired to find two industrious, smart, talented teachers who understand chasing the almighty dollar isn’t nearly the same thing as pursuing happiness. I imagine on a deathbed, no one says, “I regret not making another call from call center and adding .000001 percent to the GNP”—or “I wish I got drunk and puked more.” We regret things like not contributing to each other’s joys and Before I applied the sunscreen for the surf not learning to surf. lesson, I was stoked.

Cowabunga! Take the day off. Put the suds Surf instructor Dylan Owney must have (and six-shooters) down. The waves will be drawn the short straw to have to get up early rolling in a while longer. on a holiday weekend and try to teach this Surf’s up! white-haired old fart how to dance on the On the way to the beach, Alexis shared how she started teaching yoga after working for years in the corporate hive and failing to find much honey. Although she still works hard in the corporate world and yoga studio, she finds balance and drops of honey in her work by helping others find breath and balance.

BLESSINGS, GUARANTEED

More and more churches (“hundreds,” according to a June Christianity Today report) offer hesitant parishioners a “money-back guarantee” if they tithe 10 percent (or more) of their income for 90 days — but then feel that God blesses them insufficiently in return. The South Carolina megachurch NewSpring instituted such a program in the 1990s and claims that, of 7,000 recent pledgers, “fewer than 20” expressed dissatisfaction with the Lord.

Advocates cite the Bible’s Book of Malachi, quoting God himself (according to Christianity Today): “Test me in this.” “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse” and “see if I will not pour out so much blessing” that “there will not be room enough to store it.”

NEW WORLD ORDER

A leading Chinese orthopedic surgeon continues to believe that “full-body” transplants are the next big thing in medicine, despite worldwide skepticism about both the science and the ethics. The plan for Dr. Ren Xiaoping of Harbin Medical University calls for removing both heads (the deceased donor’s and the live recipient’s), connecting the blood vessels, stabilizing the new neck, and “bath(ing)” spinal-cord nerve endings chemically so they will connect. (Critics say it is impossible to “connect” spinal-cord nerves.) According to a June New York Times dispatch, doctors regularly denounce China’s ethical laxities (though Chinese officials term such denunciations “envy” at China’s achievements).

SUSPICIONS CONFIRMED

(1) In June, District Attorney Jerry Jones in Monroe, Louisiana, dropped drug and gun charges against college football players Cam Robinson and Hootie Jones (who play for University of Alabama but are from Monroe) —declaring that the “main reason” for his decision is that “I refuse to ruin the lives of two young men who have spent their adolescence and teenage years working and sweating, while we were all in the air conditioning.” (2) A Philadelphia “casting” agency solicited “extras” to show up at polling stations on the April 26 Pennsylvania primary day for candidate Kevin Boyle, who was running against state Sen. John Sabatina — offering $120 each (plus lunch and an open bar). Since most polling-site “electioneering” is illegal, the probable job was merely to give voters the impression that Boyle was very popular. (Sabatina nar-

rowly won.)

In January, a Chicago Tribune investigation revealed only 124 of the roughly 12,000 Chicago cops were responsible for the misconduct complaints that resulted in settlements (since 2009)— with one officer, for example, identified in seven. (A June Chicago Reporter study claimed the city paid out $263 million total on misconduct litigation during 2012-2015.)

LITIGIOUS SOCIETIES

(1) Insurance agent John Wright filed a lawsuit in Will County, Illinois, in June over teenagers playing “ding dong ditch,” in which kids ring a doorbell but run away before the resident answers. The lawsuit claims that bell-ringer Brennan Papp, 14, caused Wright “severe emotional distress, anxiety, and weight loss,” resulting in at least $30,000 of lost income. (2) The exboyfriend of Nina Zgurskaya filed a lawsuit in Siberia after she broke up with him for his reluctance to “pop the question” after a two-year courtship. The man, not named in a dispatch from Moscow, demanded compensation for his dating expenses. The trial court ruled against him, but he is appealing.

complaints when he ramped up the van’s 80-speaker sound system. “I know it’s illegal, but it’s the weekend,” said Hidalgo.

“I usually (just) get a ticket.” (2) Trina Hibberd of Mission Beach, Australia, finally showed concern about the python living inside her walls that she has known about for 15 years but (perhaps “Australian-ly”) had chosen to ignore. In June, it wandered out — a 15-foot-long, 90-pound Scrub Python she calls “Monty.” “All hell broke loose,” a neighbor said later, as snake-handlers took Monty to a more appropriate habitat.

WAIT, WHAT?

Brigham Young University professor Jason Hansen apologized in May after coaxing a student (for extra credit) to drink a small vial of his urine in class. The physiology session was on kidney function, and Hansen thought the stunt would call attention to urine’s unique properties. He confessed later that the “urine” was just food coloring with vinegar added; that he had used the stunt in previous classes; and that he usually admits the ruse at the next class session. Nonetheless, Hansen’s department chair suggested he retire the concept.

POLICE REPORT

A Woman at the Top of Her Game: In Nashville, Tennessee, in June, sex worker Jonisia Morris, 25, was charged with robbing her client by (according to the police report) removing the man’s wallet from his

trousers while he received oral sex seated in his car, extracting his debit card, and returning the wallet to his pocket — without his noticing.

FETISHES ON PARADE

Recidivist Jesse Johnson, 20, was charged again in June (for suspicion of disturbing the peace) after he had crawled underneath a woman’s car at an Aldi store’s parking lot in Lincoln, Nebraska, waited for her to return, and then, as she was stepping into the car, reaching out to fondle her ankle. It was Johnson’s third such charge this year, and he initially tried to deny the actual touch, instead claiming that he was underneath the car “simply for the visual.”

Johnson acknowledged to the judge that he needs help and that he had been in counseling but had run out of money. (At press time, the status of the latest incident was still pending.)

A NEWS OF THE WEIRD CLASSIC (AUGUST 2012)

When the assistant manager arrived early on June 26 (2012) to open up the RentA-Center in Brockton, Massachusetts, he encountered a man on the ground with his head stuck underneath the heavy metal loading-bay door (obviously as the result of a failed burglary attempt during the night).

“Hang tight!” the manager consoled the trapped man. “The police are on their way.”

Manuel Fernandes, 53, was arrested.

THE JOB OF THE RESEARCHER

A team of researchers is following about 30 tabbies, calicos, and others, recording their moves and sounds, to somehow learn whether housecats have dialects in their meows and alter other patterns of stress and intonation when they “speak” to other cats or to humans. In explaining the project, linguist Robert Eklund (of Sweden’s Linkoping University) personally sounded out “a pretty wide range of meows to illustrate his points,” wrote a New York magazine interviewer in April. Eklund is already an expert on feline purring (at Purring.org) — although from a distance, as he admits to being allergic to cats.

THE PASSING PARADE

Quixotic Malaysian designer Moto Guo made a splash at Milan’s fashion week in June when he sent model after model to the runway with facial blotches that suggested they had zits or skin conditions.

One reporter was apparently convinced, concluding, “Each man and woman on the runway looked miserable.”

Out of Control: (1) Nelson Hidalgo, 47, was arrested in New York City in June and charged with criminal negligence and other crimes for parking his van near Citi Field during a Mets game and drawing players’

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ARTS>>MUSIC

MUSICALLY ADVENTUROUS:

Marianas Trench pays homage to the ‘80s and heads to Ziggy’s By The Sea BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

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ACTION ADVENTURE: Get nostalgic with Marianas Trench on their “SPF 80s” tour, which will take them to Ziggy’s By The Sea on July 19. Courtesy photo.

oonies never say die!”

Anyone who can pinpoint that quote should freely read on. All others should go rent, download, stream—whatever the kids do these days— “The Goonies” and come back later.

We all playfully make fun of the ‘80s: the hair, the clothes, the music, the movies (save for “The Goonies” because it’s awesome). But truth be told, it’s the decade to which we tend to pay most homage. At least that’s the idea Marianas Trench frontman Josh Ramsay had with their 2015 record “Astoria.”

“I like an album to have a setting,” he

tells. “I find that can inspire songwriting and production choices, artwork and the live show.”

Marianas Trench originated their rockpunk-pop sound in Canada about 15 years ago. Made up of Ramsay, Matt Webb (lead guitar, vocals, piano, keyboards, trombone), Mike Ayley (bass guitar, vocals, trumpet), and Ian Casselman (drums, percussion, backing vocals, sousaphone), the group just started their “SPF 80s” tour.

Ramsay received a Grammy nomination in 2013 for co-writing and producing Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe,” as

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well as made his mark on several other artists’ work. “Astoria,” part 1980’s fantasy adventure and rock, is one of four studio albums released by Marianas Trench.

They’ve made a video for their single “This Means War,” in which Ramsay and crew are shown hitting the streets “West Side Story”-style to battle it out with an ex-girlfriend and her posse. It’s one of a dozen tracks (not including a handful of interludes) representing an often tough journey to completing the album.

Ramsey took some time to tell encore more about “Astoria,” coming of age and of course, the ‘80s before their upcoming show in downtown Wilmington at Ziggy’s

By the Sea on July 19.. encore (e): Let’s start with the nostalgic themes of 1980s throughout “Astoria”: What was the impetus?

Josh Ramsay (JR): I hadn’t seen anyone borrow from the coming-of-age-adventure movie genre that was so popular in the ‘80s. And I was writing about a difficult time in my life that was my own coming of age. Seemed like a fun idea. e: Many songs seem to play out almost like scenes or acts of a larger story, with “August Burns Red” and “Hospital Bells” acting as theatrical intermissions; is that how you imagined

them to be?

JR: Yes, exactly. The record deals with a lot of big emotions and that felt cinematic. Plus, given the ‘80s movie theme, it seemed like a nice idea to have some film score in there.

Plus, those interludes can really help transition mood changes between specific songs. The symphony stuff was some of the most fun and most rewarding studio days in my career. I got so excited I actually improvised one of the pieces in the studio and was just singing each of the parts to the symphony players. e: There were several life-altering events going on prior to finally being able to write this album; what was the turning point to being able to write and move on with putting this work together?

JR: I found myself in the hospital and had a lot of time for introspection. I realized there were a lot of things outside of my control that were hurting me. But the one thing I could do was to get back to work. I started writing right then. I wrote “Dearly Departed” that day while high on morphine. The little interlude that precedes it, “Hospital Bells,” was based on the sounds of the hospital ward I was in. e: Songs like “Burning Up” make me think of Prince, Michael Jackson and their musical ilk. Can you tell readers more about your personal musical influences and how they impact your own music/approach?

JR: I love both of them. And if you’re gonna do an ‘80s record, you gotta pay homage to those guys. I also studied a bunch of Quincy Jones interviews. I also listened to a different ‘80s vinyl everyday before starting work. e: What does “Astoria” represent in terms of growth and progression—musically or otherwise?

e: Are you currently working on collaboration ideas or “the next project”?

JR: Oh, there’s always more. But you gotta just wait and see! e: As you prepare to start your tour, how do you expect or hope these songs translate into live performances? Do you find songs pick up new nuances on the road?

JR: Such a personal record can be difficult. You relive it every night onstage. But at the same time, that fuels a much better performance. And portraying real vulnerability onstage can be a difficult task for a lot of performers, but I think it’s essential to a good performance.

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e: Is there anything you’d like to add about the “SPF 80s” Tour?

JR: Yeah—have you seen my speedo?

I seem to have misplaced it.

DETAILS:

Marianas Trench

Tuesday, July 19, 8 p.m.

Ziggy’s By The Sea • 208 Market St. Tickets: $18-$23 • ziggysbythesea.com www.marianastrench.net

Signal Fire

Tues. July 19th 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

BLUEBERRY BEER CHALLENGE:

Come enjoy beers from Wilmington Brewing Company and Bell’s Brewery Sun., July 30th 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. with music from Mike Blair Duo

Jamaican Independence Day Celebration Sat., Aug. 6th, 7:30 p.m.

JR: It’s my best stuff to date. It’s certainly more musically complex and adventurous. Lyrically, it’s my most candid and vulnerable. e: You’ve written songs and collaborated with lots of artists and bands.

How does your process or approach in differ from working on Marianas Trench material?

JR: Writing for others is a great exercise to work on your chops. It’s different because it’s not about what you want to say or do, musically, but what someone else does. This leads you in all sorts of different directions than you would normally pursue. In doing so, you learn lots of new tricks that you can later apply to your own personal writing—great learning for any writer or producer.

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A PREVIEW OF EVENTS ACROSS TOWN THIS WEEK

THE SOUNDBOARD

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Open Mic Comedy (8pm; Free)

—Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace St.

Black Polished Chrome (8pm; Free) —Bellas Bar LoCAL, 19 Market St.

Medicated Sunfish (8pm; Free; Rock) —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock St.

Jazz and Cocktails (8:30pm; Free)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

Sex Toy Bingo (9pm; Free)

—Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.

Tyler Mck (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

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James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

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

THURSDAY, JULY 14 Jazz (6:30pm; $12)

—Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

The Singing Butcher (7pm; Free; Americana) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Susan Savia (7pm; Free; Eclectic)

—Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

July 15th Mike Frusia

Open Mic with Viva Lee (8pm; Free) —Bellas Bar LoCAL, 19 Market St.

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Neighborhood Live Music (8pm; Free)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

Bomb Night (9pm; Free)

—Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.

Jenny Pearson (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

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Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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

Urban Soil (9pm; Cover TBD; Americana Jam) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

Bass Station (10pm; Free) SIGH HIGH: After releasing their first album ‘Atoms and Void’ in May 2016, Universal Sigh are headed to The Whiskey in downtown Wilmington for a show on July 20. Check Facebook for details and updates. Courtesy photo.

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

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

WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 $3.50 Sweet Josie $4 Margaritas

UNCW Summer Jazz Workshop (10:30am; $5)

$3.50 Pint of the Day $4 Fire Ball

Tony Barnes (6pm; Free; Country)

$5 Mimosas $5 Car Bombs $5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas *Drink Specials run all day

—UNCW Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd.; 910-962-3500 —The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Thom Kunz & Whitney Pearsall (6pm; Free; MultiGenre) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free)

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

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

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

Barry & Jill (Acoustic) (7pm; $3)

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

UNCW Jazz Alumni Concert (7:30pm; $0-$6)

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

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

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

FRIDAY, JULY 15 L Shape Lot (6pm; $0-$9; Americana)

—Airlie Gardens, 300 Airlie Rd.; 910-798-7700

Mystic Vibrations (6pm; Free; Reggae)

—Downtown Sundown Series, 11 Princess St.

Mike Frusha (6pm; Free; Rock)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Chris Luther & Alex Chamyan (7pm; Free; Jazz) —Platypus & Gnome, 9 S. Front St.

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Wes Sayer & Monica Hoelscher (7pm; Free; Duo) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Paul Hooper (7pm, 9:30pm; $16; Comedy)

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

Derwin Hinson (7pm; $3; Gospel)

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

Jim Ashley (7pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

Sunday Bluegrass (5:30pm; Free)

—Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 910-399-2796

Show Tunes Sunday (9pm; Free)

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

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

—The Last Resort, 600 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Crystal Fussell Duo (9pm; Free; Country) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

Summer Roots, Elephant Convoy & more (9pm; Cover TBD; Reggae) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

Real Dad w/ Al Riggs Blues, Rock, Storytelling & Electronic Mashup (9:30pm; donations) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

DJ UK (10pm; Free)

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

MONDAY, JULY 18 Elena Woodard (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

Electrik Mondays w/ Brewtal (9pm; Cover TBD)

Jazz Piano on Front St. (6pm; Free) —The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.; 910-762-2091

Annelle (7pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Paul Hooper (7pm, 9:30pm; $16; Comedy)

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

Nelson & the Rock-a-fellas (7pm; $3; Rock n’ Roll) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379

Jack Jack 180 (7pm; Free; Eclectic Covers) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 910-251-1832

Paul Sanchez (8pm; $10-$15; Singer-Songwriter) —Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess St.

Bill Powell (8:30pm; Free)

Michael Franti & Spearhead (7pm; $41-$46)

—Greenfield Lake Amph., 1941 Amphitheatre Dr.

TUESDAY, JULY 19 BMC Storytellers (7:30pm; Free)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

Marianas Trench (8pm; $18-$23; Pop Rock) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; 910-769-4096

College Night Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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

TJ’s Sin Night (9pm; Cover TBD)

—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo (7pm; $58-$90)

—Greenfield Lake Amph., 1941 Amphitheatre Dr.

Robbie Berry (6pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Glow Rage Paint Party (9pm; $15)

Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free)

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

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

Jenny Pearson (10pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

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

Snake Malone & The Black Cat Bone and Slippery Jake & The Bad Brakes (10pm; $5; Blues) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Joan Burton

July 24th Port City Shakedown

Randy McQuay

July 31st Jack Jack 180

Daniel Parish

Acoustic Mix 7pm - 10pm

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Monica Jane Acoustic Mix 7pm - 10pm

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Eclectic Mix 7pm - 10pm

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Robert Beauchene Eclectic Mix 7pm - 10pm

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MONDAY S.I.N. NIGHT $2 Domestics • $3 All Drafts • $4 Flavored Bombs NEW BELGIUM TUESDAY $3 Ranger IPA & Fat Tire WINE & WELL WEDNESDAY 1/2 Priced Bottles of Wine • $2.75 Miller Lite $4 Well Drinks THIRSTY THURSDAY $2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Adams Seasonal & Hoppyum Pints $5 Redbull & Vodka FRIDAY $2.75 Michelob Ultra • $3.25 Stella $4.50 Lunazul Tequila Shots SATURDAY $2.75 Carolina Blonde & Carolina Strawberry • Reel Cafe Rooftop Concert Series • Brunch from 11am - 2pm SUNDAY $3 Corona/Corona Light • $4 Bloody Mary or Mimosa $5 Lunazul Margaritas • Brunch from 11am - 2pm

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

Amateur Night: Open Mic & Homebrew (7pm; Free) —Fermental, 7250 Market St.; 910-821-0362

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

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

Comedy Dance Party (8pm; $7)

—Theatre NOW, 19 S. 10th St.; 910-399-3NOW

Tarrus Riley (8pm; $15-$20; Reggae)

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TRIVIA WITH STEVE

Chris Luther (12pm; Free; Jazz)

Jazz and Cocktails (8:30pm; Free)

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Brooke Thompson (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

Saturday & Sunday

—Pembroke’s, 1125 Military Cutoff Rd.; 910-239-9153

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

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

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

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

Stereotype (4pm; Free; Rock)

Universal Sigh (9pm; Cover TBD; Rock, Funk)

—Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.

JULY 16

Acoustic Mix 7pm - 10pm

SUNDAY, JULY 17

Live Music on the Deck (4pm; Free)

JULY 15

Pop & Classic 7pm - 10pm

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

—Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.

JULY 14

July 17 Stereotype

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

Karaoke with DJ Damo (9pm; Free)

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

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Comedy Bingo with Jenn Synder (7:30pm; Free)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20

DJ Riz (10pm; Free)

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—Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

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

Wrightsville Beach, NC

—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

Trivia with Dutch (7:30pm; Free)

SATURDAY, JULY 16

2016 Waterfront Music series

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

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—Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

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ARTS>> ART

HER TRUE CALLING:

Kate Sinclair shows work at WHQR Gallery, prepares for grad school in NYC

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BY: SHEA CARVER

f constantly innovating is the cure against living a stagnant life, then Kate Sinclair has more than enough inspiration to paint from.

It’s a promise her mother, Anne Sinclair, also an artist, made to her in youth.

“We will never be bored in life because we are creative,” Anne told her daughter.

Sinclair heeded her words tenfold.

Though she began painting in high school and even sold work, Kate originally intended to pursue a “professional job” in adulthood.

Despite earning her degree in art from UNCW in 2011, over the last few years, she woke up, so to speak, to her true calling.

“It dawned on me: I am an artist!’” Kate told encore last week. “I have been this whole time! Silly, but concerning this revelation, I felt like I was the last to know.”

In the fall she will head to grad school at the New York Academy of Art in New York City. With her she takes a repertoire of

have never worked so hard and played so hard simultaneously— a big downside was there was no room or time to paint.”

work impressive in its scope (she’s best known for her realistic portraiture work, illuminated by swirls of color which highlight and indent famed faces from Abraham Lincoln to Einstein).

Yet, the memories of living on the water and the photographs managed to inspire pieces like “Looking Over the Side of the Boat,” a 36-inch-by-48-inch oil on canvas. Among the hard work with a 10-person crew, she would steal moments to gaze beneath the ocean.

“I need to gain technical skills I feel I am lacking when it comes to drawing from life and articulating the right questions,” Kate explained.

“I will be learning techniques of the masters that will help me overcome habits of immaturity I feel I have and hopefully come out on the other side better than ever!”

“I found the undulating depth to be so gorgeous and a personal goal of mine to capture on canvas,” she said—“trying to decipher the bottom of the ocean through its varying personalities, ‘Kool-Aid’-colored Caribbean waters to stormy navies and churned up waters from the propeller.”

Before her departure, she is showing new work in WHQR’s current exhibit, “Diverse Works,” featuring five other female artists, including her mother, along with MJ Cunningham, Katherine Webb, Chris Farley, and Peggy Vineyard. “These ladies have come from all different stories and each offer professional insight to me,” Kate praised. “As the youngest member of the group, I have the advantage of learning what to do and what not to do professionally through their experience.”

“Diverse Works’ features a variation of artistic styles. Cunningham has made wooden boxes with objects inside that represent symbolism of imagery, along with using wax and paint textures. Webb paints from the natural world, while Farley has showcased musically themed imagery on yuko paper, which creates a watercolor effect. Vineyard has featured abstract shapes in a tryptic of persimmons. Kate’s mother went back to their home and painted scenes from the rooms they inhabit.

“My mom was always working with her hands,” Kate told. “Doodling while we were in a queue or repurposing furniture. Our house has been and still is a museum of interests: shells, art books, history fragments, drift woods, plants, paintings. I was lucky to have grown in an environment where expanding on your interests was encouraged. All the books were around, the tools, the brushes, paints, and canvas was there for me before I knew I even had an inclination. It is a case of nature and nurture; my mother and I actually have some oddly similar marks of distinction within our work.”

Kate’s subject matter in “Diverse Works” takes a hiatus from the portraits that have become signature for the young artist. Her

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COLOR AND DEPTH: Kate Sinclair’s latest works, including ‘Looking Over the Side of the Boat,’ are now on display at WHQR Gallery as part of a six-woman show. Courtesy photo

All of Kate’s work at WHQR sold within the first two week’s of the show’s opening, except for two pieces, including “Looking Over the Side of the Boat” and “Intertidal,” a 9-inch-by-20inch oil on canvas. However, the collection isn’t finished, according to the artist. Though she will have left for grad school by press—wherein she will return to portrait work in her studies—Kate wants to finish the series by “exploring different personalities of palm trees from each island and the beauty of water.”

latest abstracts delve into exploration of color and depth. Inspiration began when she traveled the waters on a motor yacht one summer, from the Virgin Islands to Nantucket.

The opportunity arose after she worked for a family on Figure Eight Island.

“I have just two more water paintings I hope to finish,” she noted. “I am also experimenting painting small. Sounds counter intuitive but small canvases are intimidating! I feel more liberated on a big canvas where there is room to move around in. Painting small is a skill I do not have.”

“The property manager, my boss and former chief stewardess on yachts, trained me on the particulars of serving and housekeeping on a level that was unknown to me at the time,” she recalled. “I seemed to have found a hidden talent. I could iron bed sheets like no other!”

For three years, Kate found a serenity in the mundane and did house work as a career while continuing her art. This led her to the yachting world. “I could do the same things I was doing on Figure Eight but on a boat,” she explained. “I absolutely loved yachting where I worked with people from around the world. It was a huge growth in discipline. I

“Diverse Works” will hang at WHQR’s MC Erny Gallery through August 12, with a closing reception on Friday, July 22.

DETAILS:

Diverse Works: Art by Six Women

Featuring new work by Kate Sinclair Hangs through August 12 Closing reception: Friday, July 22, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

WHQR MC Erny Gallery 254 N. Front St., Ste. 300 www.whqr.org

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2165 Wrightsville Ave. Mon. - Sat., noon - 7pm www.artfuelinc.com • (910) 343-5233 Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 43, “Window Shopping Art Show,” featuring work by Zak Duff, Char Oden, Scott Ehrhart, and Kimberly Coffman. Hangs for eight weeks.

ARTEXPOSURE!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com Summer Camps for Children are coming through August. Please check the website at www.artexposure50.com and click on Classes for Children for dates and information, or call ArtExposure at 910-803-0302.

All North Carolina artists are welcome to enter the 2nd annual “Artist Choice Invitational” in August. Entry forms and information are available on the website under the Call for Entries page. Each artist may enter TWO pieces of 2D or 3D work. This will be a juried show and cash awards will be given.

ART IN BLOOM

210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 • www.aibgallery.com Established in 2015, the Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19th-century horse stable at 210 Princess Street in downtown Wilmington.

The gallery focuses upon international and national fine art including painting, sculpture, ceramics, glass, wood, encaustic, and mixed media. Current exhibits include: Full Circle: New Art by Elizabeth Darrow, Traudi Thornton, and Susan Francy in Gallery 1; “Looking Within: Encaustic Paintings by Helen Lewis” in Gallery 2; and “Wind,” a marble sculpture by Wendy Zhang and Junhua Cheng in the courtyard as part of the Pedestrian Art Program organized by the Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County. The gallery is open until 9 pm on Fourth Friday Gallery Nights.

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. Crescent Moon is THE place in Wilmington for art, where the most talented local, regional and national artists choose to exhibit their work. They also feature designer fashions, bridal accessories, home décor, a children’s section,

and fine gifts. With an unparalleled selection of individually chosen pieces and a newly expanded showroom with stunning new collections from returning artists, Crescent Moon has something for everyone – all under one moon. Crescent Moon art and styles may be out of this world but not out of your budget. Every fourth Friday of the month, Crescent Moon hosts a featured artist, 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.

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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.

Expo 216 has over 5,000 square feet, in a newly renovated building in historic downtown Wilmington, with free admission open to the public. Expo 216 participates in downtown Wilmington’s Fourth Friday Gallery Walk.

Groups and private tours available.

NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY

201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com Vibrant Lives is now open at New Elements Gallery and features new works from printmaker Ann Conner and oil painter Warren Dennis. We have brought these iconic North Carolina artists

together as they share a pure aesthetic of line and color. Vibrant Lives will remain on view until July 16, 2016.

Reflections opens at New Elements Gallery on July 22, and features new works from North Carolina painters Lisa Creed and Angie Sincliar. Both Creed and Sinclair paint serene scenes of the Carolina coast, from peaceful marshes to playful beaches. Opening reception takes place July 22, from 6pm to 9pm, in conjunction with Downtown Wilmington’s Fourth Friday Gallery Night. Reflections will remain on view until August 20, 2016.

RIVER TO SEA GALLERY

225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) • (910) 763-3380 Tues.- Sat. 11am - 5pm; Sun. 1- 4pm River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show will enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” features works

by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.

SPECTRUM GALLERY

The Forum • 1125 Military Cutoff Rd, Suite H (910) 256-2323 Mon.- Sat. 10am - 6pm www.spectrumartandjewelry.com Spectrum Gallery featuring exceptional art of the Carolinas. Currently showing “SEEShore”, coastal artworks by Chip Hemingway, Susan Hecht, Kimberlee Maselli and Rebecca DiMaio.

Also introducing Southern Frock, colorful, casual clothing by North Carolina designer, Emily Newnam. Spectrum Gallery has been a source for fine art, gifts, fashions and jewelry for 20 years. Located at The Forum next door to Osteria Cicchetti.

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

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

200 Hanover Street, CFCC parking deck First level • (910) 362-7431 Tues.- Sat., noon - 5pm CFCC’s Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present Marvin Saltzman Retrospective through August 13. An artist lecture will take place in the gallery on July 28th from 5-6pm.

Saltzman was born in Chicago in 1931, and attended the University of Chicago and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago from 1954 to 1956. He received a B.F.A. and M.F.A. from the University of Southern California in 1959, and taught at multiple universities, including Eastern Oregon State College, the University of Wisconsin at Madison, the University of Southern California, and was a member of the faculty of the UNC Chapel Hill from 1967 to 1996.

Saltzman has a meticulous painting process: His vibrant landscapes are composed of a multitude of colored glyphs that are first drawn in nature and then painted from memory. Working in a series, he hangs up multiple palettes around his studio, rotating them until the paintings tell him he is finished.

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REMINDER OF RESPONSIBILITY: ‘1776’ resonates 240 years after signing of Declaration of Independence

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BY: SHEA CARVER

ome readers may be spending the summer in Wilmington and not Manhattan. So, like everyone else in the country who don’t have tickets to see the Tony-winning rage that is “Hamilton,” Opera House Theatre Company has thoughtfully provided the best alternative: “1776,” Peter Stone and Sherman Edwards’ musical about the Declaration of Independence.

Poor John Adams (Sam Robison) is frustrated with Congress. This sensation is one with which many people can sympathize, but for John Adams in 1776 it is personal. They will not even debate his proposal of independence from England as heard in “Sit Down, John!”, sung by the other delegates from the colonies, including his fellow Massachusetts delegate John Hancock (Jim Bowling), president of the Congress. As both he and the audience are constantly reminded, as long as Adams proposes independence, it will go nowhere because he is disliked (looks like not much has changed in politics in the last 240 years). Lucky for Adams, Ben Franklin (Tony Rivenbark) is better at playing the game and is on the side of independence. In the song “The Lees of Old Virginia,” Franklin hatches a plan to get the much-loved Southern delegate, Richard Henry Lee (Jason Aycock), to introduce the debate about independence to the Congress. It is a very fun song that showcases Aycock’s wonderful dancing talent and all three of the performers’ love of comedy; they are simply infectious.

Boasting aside, Lee does come through and with the motion introduced by someone outside of Massachusetts, debate begins in earnest. Hancock as president of the Congress casts the deciding vote and here Bowling flexes his Hancock muscles: We start to see multiple struggles—to be fair to all parties in the Congress—to not betray the cause of independence and try to think beyond the moment to the ramifications of their decisions. It is the counterbalance to the show: Though the audience watches with knowledge of hindsight, the actors onstage are tasked with creating real people who are muddling through decisions in the moment.

Perhaps what makes “1776” such a successful show is how Stone and Edwards don’t place these discussions far away in

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the mist of time, but makes them relevant to life in America in the late 1960s (when the show debuted). More so, it’s still relevant today. They use the specificity of 1776 to bridge the distance of time to look at the modern world. “Momma, Look Sharp”—the haunting song of a dying young soldier watching his mother search for his body— draws obvious parallels with Vietnam.

Frankly, it still represents the endless state of conflict America seems to have embraced. Blaine Allen Mowrer sings it beautifully. Combined with his angelic face, he melted my heart.

“Molasses to Rum”—South Carolina delegate Edward Rutledge’s (Jeff Phillips) indictment that the traders in the North are just as complicit in slave trade as the plantation owners of the South—is another moment that stopped my heart. Phillips is a big presence onstage—one impossible to ignore. It brings forth the stark realization that we are very much in this moment in our country, still struggling with long-term ramifications of what the song embodies.

More so, that we are sitting geographically in North Carolina makes it all the more unsettling and a poignant moment of art pricking modern life.

Every hero needs a villain to fight against. In this case the leader of the opposition to independence, John Dickinson (Jason Hatfield), is the object of struggle for John Adams. Dickinson wants reconciliation with England. Hatfield is a tall man whose charisma and determination push Dickinson to be a natural leader. In the minuet, “Cool, Cool, Considerate Men,” he leads the other members of opposition in a number that evokes the rise of the modern conservative movement: “Most men with nothing would rather protect the possibility of becoming rich than face the reality of being poor.” But everyone sees themselves as the hero in their own story, and Hatfield carefully plays Dickinson as such so well, I almost wanted to root for him.

In the meantime they have recruited Thomas Jefferson (Eric Johann) to draft the Declaration of Independence. Mind you, young Jefferson is pining for his wife, Martha (Mary Stewart Evans). When John and Ben meet her (“He Plays the Violin”), they are equally charmed. Johann captures the dichotomy of Jefferson well: a man who doesn’t talk much but writes with an eloquence that echoed down the ages.

A slave owner, he struggles with a belief

in freedom for all people. Coupled with Aycock’s Lee, they present a fun-loving, lusty image of the South in opposition to the cold, puritanical nature of Robison’s John Adams.

If anything, Robison does a wonderful job showing us the dark hole a person can descend into when they have struggled for years toward a goal that becomes increasingly more difficult to achieve. How telling that like the rest of us in that position, he fails to notice his friends are laboring on his behalf? He is lonesome, misses his wife, Abigail (Amy Tucker Morgan), and seems to be perpetually taking two steps backward for every one forward. Robison is so believable in his stressed-out despair I wondered how he would make it through all of this. Were it not for the comedic foil of Franklin, the great spiderweb spinner of intrigue, he probably wouldn’t.

Rivenbark is a delightful Ben Franklin and embodies Franklin’s earthy, iconoclastic spirit that lifts the mood every time he is onstage. He’s so three dimensional as Franklin that when he gets down to the tough work of talking delegates around to voting in favor of independence, his seriousness is just as believable as his antics.

“1776” remains one of my favorite musicals. Thank you to Opera House for reviving it at a time we need to remember our founders were mortals, flawed and like us trying their best with the limited information we all traverse this world holding. The entire ensemble make the show a delight to watch and work through questions we still struggle with. Their presence in the moment and concern about thoughtful response is a good reminder of the responsibility each of us bears while walking into the voting booth. It is a privilege to be able to participate in a discussion many laid down their lives that we might be here today and reflect upon where we have been and where we want to go as a nation.

DETAILS: 1776

July 15-17, and 22-24, 8 p.m. or 3 p.m. on Sundays Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. (910) 632-2285 Tickets: $32 www.thalianhall.org

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HISTORY FORGOTTEN:

Three-part documentary ‘Out of Darkness’ breaks down racism, incites action

BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

“T

he two shootings of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile show that we are still in a system of racism,” local filmmaker Christopher Everett (“Wilmington on Fire”) says about the two men most recently shot and killed by police officers in Louisiana and Minnesota. He reflects upon the unimaginable sniper shooting at a peaceful Black Lives Matter protest in Dallas, too—one of hundreds, if not thousands, held last Wednesday across the country in response to the murders of Sterling and Castile. Five police officers and several others were injured.

“Tragic events like this are nothing new,” Everett continues. “Black people in America have been victims of this type of police use of deadly force [for years], but now the whole world is seeing it because of cell phone technology and social media. . . . Films like ‘Out of Darkness’ examine and discuss what has just happened (police use of deadly force).”

“Out of Darkness” is a three-part documentary by director Amadeuz Christ (Δ+) which explores the history of African people, African cultural contributions to the world, and the events that led to issues impacting African-American communities today. Because of the support and reception he had for “Wilmington on Fire” last year, Everett is hosting a screening of “Out of Darkness” at Williston Middle School Auditorium on July 16.

“Also, it’s a film that most people in Wilmington have never heard of and I wanted to expose them to it,” he continues. “I want this film to educate as many people as possible . . . to be inspired and take action. We must first learn how we got into this current situation and we also have to learn how to get out of it.”

Everett has been following the film since director Amadeuz Christ’s crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo last year.

Christ also featured two scholars (Dr. Claud Anderson and Dr. Umar Johnson) that appeared in Everett’s “Wilmington on Fire” (winner of encore’s Best Independent Film, 2016).

While Everett’s film is somewhat related to Christ’s—Dr. Anderson mentions the Wilmington massacre in “Out of Darkness”—they are still very different. “Out of Darkness” takes place across three acts, each an hour long. It’s designed to be more of a teaching tool rather than a standard documentary.

“I structured the film very much like a research paper,” filmmaker Amadeuz Christ explains, “almost in bullet points, in order to make the subject matter as clear and concise as possible. Still, I wanted to make the material very scholarly and factual, to the point where nearly everything said can be researched and is welldocumented.”

Each act deals with its own area of study and includes three to five chapters focusing on a specific subject or theme.

Act One covers African history; Act Two deals with racism and false notions of white supremacy; and Act Three delves into hip-hop as a social movement and ends with a chapter on nationhood and nation-building. Christ says the concept of “nationhood,” how it was lost and how to get it back, is the underlying theme throughout “Out of Darkness.”

“The film is essentially a walk through African history, from Nile Valley civilization to the present,” Christ continues. “It walks you through our experiences and explains how we went from ruling the most powerful nations the world has ever seen to being in our current state with that cultural memory almost completely forgotten. It sheds light on the greatness of our history that has been kept from us in what Dr. John Henrik Clarke would call a ‘Eurocentric intellectual universe.’”

Christ’s film examines origins of European racism—or “scientific racism” created as a means to justify global conquest

by European nations. It also explores cognitive dissonance: having two conflicting realities in one’s mind, and having to reconcile that internal conflict by rationalizing thoughts and behavior. “This is key to understanding why this system of oppression exists,” he says.

“Out of Darkness” goes further to ex“I knew his film was going to be great,” plore how it social, political and economic Everett tells. “I am also a huge supporter structures keep the African American of what Amadeuz has done with ‘Out of population psychologically powerless. “I Darkness.’ He is a huge supporter of what would argue everything pertaining to us is psychological,” Christ adds. “We have I’ve done with ‘Wilmington on Fire,’ too.”

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FRAMES OF HISTORY: ‘Out of Darkenss’ will screen on Saturday, July 16. Courtesy photo.

been taught away from what racism truly is. When you take the emotion out of it, racism is simply about being competitive, specifically, being able to compete with other groups in society and in the national and global marketplaces. We tend to think it is about some group of people not liking another group of people. It is about economics.”

It’s also about education—or miseducation. When the average person thinks about or addresses racism today, Christ says they’re typically only programmed with information that the power structure needs them to know. “The masses are not educated, they are trained,” he clarifies.

“The system is designed to create workers, not thinkers. They do not want an educated class of people who know history, politics and economics. It is why we are miseducated, people of African descent especially, when it comes to racism. We tend to look at it from an emotional perspective instead of a strategic one. ‘Out of Darkness’ challenges that paradigm.”

Since its release in January 2016, Christ’s film has been shown from Los Angeles to Detroit, Houston to Atlanta, Boston to Charlotte, NC, and many cities in between. “Out of Darkness” was an official selection for the Pan African Film Festival and screened for three days in Baldwin Hills, CA. “They were packed with

people standing, so the response from the community has been outstanding,” Christ says. “I know the Wilmington screening hosted by Chris Everett will be an epic event . . . and I’m sure it will bring much enlightenment to the city.”

In the spirit of bringing the community together, Everett has found a way to give back as well. In an effort to support their “Stop Summer Hunger” campaign, folks are encouraged to bring canned-good donations for the Food Bank of Eastern and Central NC at Wilmington to Saturday’s screening. A portion of the ticket sales will go to Williston Middle School students and Advance Youth Outreach, who will be onsite as well.

“I’ve loved what Vance Williams has been doing in the community for years, [especially with] Advance Youth Outreach,” Everett tells. “All of these organizations are helping youth in the community and we all must support them.”

DETAILS:

Out of Darkness

Saturday, July 16, 3:30 p.m.

Williston Middle School Auditorium 402 S. 11th St. Tickets: $10 door, $5 for 17 and under www.outofdarknesswilmington.eventbrite.com

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HAPHAZARDLY ASSEMBLED:

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Remake of Tarzan just doesn’t swing

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BY: ANGHUS

$8, 7pm • www.thalianhall.org

eaders who have followed my column for any length of time (and what the hell is wrong with you if you haven’t?) probably have read the great lengths I go to explain the kind of movies I review. For the last few years it’s been a compulsive needling urge to see anything different—to watch movies that deviate, even mildly, from the expected and deliver something I can say doesn’t feel like anything I’ve seen before. Edgar Rice Burroughs’ latest incarnation of the classic pulp adventurer, Tarzan, is a character I have been interested in since first seeing “Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes” when I was a wee lad. The idea of a man raised among apes who lives among the animals of the Congo and swings from tree to tree in a neverending quest to fight for truth, justice and the simian way always seemed like the perfect plot for a big-budget adventure.

And here we are in 2016 and we’ve never had a great modern Tarzan movie. Even the aforementioned “Greystoke” was a bit of a let down. The most successful adaptation is probably Disney’s “Tarzan,” and I’m not sure how much credence I can give to a movie where Rosie O’Donnell plays a talking ape and all the music is provided by Phil Collins. Shudder.

So in a world where studios can make anything happen with the magic of special effects—not to mention regurgitate the same stories through countless remakes—now seemed like the perfect time to have someone give justice to the character. Unfortunately, “The Legend of Tarzan” is not that movie. And it’s a bummer, too, because I liked the first 20 minutes of the film. It’s got a great set-up and the potential to be an entertaining yarn.

Audiences are introduced to the wild Congo and a moustache-twirling villain named “Rom” (the wonderful Christoph Waltz). He leads a group of soldiers into a mysterious, rocky plain, and is greeted by a thousand armed tribesman who proceed to dispatch his gun-toting mercenaries like straight up scrubs. Rom is able to talk his way out of the situation while entering into a bargain with Chief Mbonga (Djimon Hounsou) to bring him the one person in the world he needs to exact his revenge: Tarzan. Then it’s off to London; we meet a more civilized John Clayton (Alexander Skarsgard) who has returned to the world and is playing the part of a lord quite effectively. After being invited back to the Congo under false pretenses, he leads an envoy to look into allegations of slavery made by a blunt advisor, George

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EFFECTIVE FAKERY: In a day and age where special effects soar, the latest Tarzan looks weak.

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Washington Williams (Samuel L. Jackson), and his fetching wife, Jane (Margot Robbie).

A great set-up is soon wasted on a second act that takes the characters to the rains of Africa faster than we can say “Toto.” Once in Africa we meet the animals and tribesman that used to call Tarzan “brother” and “friend.” Soon enough, Rom and his villainous mercenary kidnap Jane and send Tarzan on a race to try and save her—all to stop a deal that will see his former lands enslaved for the foreseeable future. Tarzan and his new friend, George, take off to try and save Jane, the enslaved tribesmen, and the entire Congolese nation from the greasy mitts of Rom and his whitewashed colonial cronies.

There are things to like about “The Legend of Tarzan,” but coherence and common sense are not among them. I can’t remember a movie that felt so haphazardly assembled. The writing moves back and forth between “average” and “mind numbingly terrible.” The entire second act is filled with scenes that make such little sense they felt like coins were flipped to decide their placement. There’s an origin story peppered throughout the film. Director David Yates somehow thinks inflicting audiences with yet another origin story will be more tolerable if spread out over two hours during awkwardly timed flashbacks. He’s wrong; it makes the whole enterprise even more grating. Every time they flash back again I wanted to scream, “We know! We know!” I mean, Christ almighty! Guy is raised by apes. Meets a pretty girl. Falls in love. This is not something that needs 15 or 20 minutes of reference over the course of the film.

The performances aren’t anything to raise a loin cloth. Alexander Skarsgård is a prime physical specimen who looks the part but rarely feels like anything other than a tourist. Samuel

Jackson delivers the laziest, 19th-century version of “I’m getting too old for this shit.” A better script and stronger direction could have made this an interesting pairing. Ape Man and a Bad Mother Fucker could have made for an entertaining two hours, but everything is far too uninspired. Most of the movie is dragged ahead

by Waltz and Robbie who earn every penny of their paycheck. The most disappointing aspect of the movie is how choppy the action scenes are.

In a day and age of crystal-clear lucidity with special effects, “The Legend of Tarzan” looks as though its action scenes were created using a Sony Playstation and Super 8 camera. I can’t remember a big-budget blockbuster where everything looked so fake. Today that’s unforgivable.

DETAILS:

The Legend of Tarzan ★ ★ 1/2 ★ ★ ★

Rated PG-13 Directed by David Yates Starring Alexander Skarsgård, Rory J. Saper, Christian Stevens

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

Our dinner features a special each night along with our favorite house entrees: Braised Beef Brisket, Mojo Pork and Mahi. All of our entrees are as delicious as they are inventive. We also have a full beer and wine list. Come try the “hidden gem” of Wilmington today. 250 Racine Drive Ste. 1, Wilmington 910-523-5362.

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday April - October. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256-8500.

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

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■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER:

Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Breakfast served until noon each day!

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

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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 mu-

seum. 3201 S 17th St. (910) 777-2363.

■ SERVING LUNCH, BRUNCH & DINNER: Hours:

Tues-Sat: 11am – 3 pm; Wed-Thurs: 5 – 9pm; Sunday Brunch: 10am – 3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.camcafe.org

THE DISTRICT KITCHEN & COCKTAILS

A new addition to the Brooklyn Arts and downtown area, The District Kitchen & Cocktails is serving fresh, seasonal menus in a polished casual atmosphere. We feature locally 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. 910-796-6565 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.-Thurs.11am-

9pm, 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 113. 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.

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A first for donut shops in Wilmington. Huge handcut gourmet donuts are made fresh daily on site, and a sizzling grill serving up every kind of breakfast sandwich imaginable! Don’t forget about us for lunch! Sandwiches are piled high with Boar’s Head meats and cheeses. Our coffees are specially brewed in an Italian Cimbali espresso machine.

Come for visit and make yourself at home! 1427 Military Cutoff rd. (910)679-8420 ■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: Mon - Fri 5:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat & Sun 5:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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ETERNAL SUNSHINE CAFÉ

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

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

THE FELIX CAFE The Felix Cafe is a restaurant experience like no other in Wilmington, N.C. Our eatery is a unique and relaxing gem situated near the port, and at the edge of Sunset Park on Burnett Blvd. We believe fine dining doesn’t have to come with all the fuss.

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

2140 Burnett Blvd. (910) 399-1213.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Sunset Park, Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, full bar,freejazz and wine tastings on Thursdays ■ WEBSITE: www.thefelixcafeonline.com

HENRY’S

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

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

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

– 11 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com

HOLIDAY INN RESORT

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

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

HOPS SUPPLY CO.

The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers. As

hops are the heart of flavor for beer, our local seasonal ingredients are the soul of our culinary inspired American fare. 5400 Oleander Dr. (910) 833-8867.

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

JOHNNYLUKES KITCHENBAR Good eats, good drinks, and great times is what JohnnyLukes KitchenBar is all about. JohnnyLukes KitchenBar serves Wilmington, NC a variety of 19 rotating craft beers on tap, a hand selected eclectic American wine list, fun cocktails, and of course, exceptional food. Our two-story layout brings the best of both worlds under one roof.

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

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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 fourcourse meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

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

PINE VALLEY MARKET

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

there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

THE PUB

A true public house. A gathering place. In house fresh ground burgers made with short rib, brisket and chuck on Sweet n Savory’s, made from scratch, bread along with 40 other sandwiches and meals under $12. 32 beers on tap, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere where you can hang out with friends and enjoy live music, your favorite NFL game or the BEST burger you’ll ever eat! 2012 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 679-8101, Hours: 11am-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavory.pub

SPICOLI “In crust we trust.” Spicoli specializes in classic NY style pizza with a totally unconventional (AND DELICIOUS) sourdough crust. We also feature oneof-a-kind burger creations, Jumbo wings complete with our perfect, house-made blue cheese or ranch.

Or enjoy any of our unique vegan or gluten-free options. But Spicoli is not just amazing food. We keep it awesome with a killer juke box, classic arcade games, and great deals on everything at our full bar.

Share some brews over PacMan or enjoy the area’s only 20in pie on our outdoor patio. Just make sure you are having fun. Don’t worry!! If you can’t come

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Italian Sandwiches • Meatballs • Spaghetti Party Catering • Breakfast All Day 1101 S College Rd. • (910) 392-7529 www.atasteofitalydeli.com 22 encore | july 13 - july 19, 2016 | www.encorepub.com

see us, we also have the largest delivery radius in town!! 1978 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-0339.

ness. All prices include tax. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wilmington, Fountain Dr. (910)

■ 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 busi-

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 INDOCHINE LOUNGE

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If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music.

Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11

a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com

KABUKI KOREAN CAFÉ AND SUSHI

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Oleander Drive.

■ FEATURING: ILM’s only authentic Korean restaurant!

■ WEBSITE: www.kabukikoreancafe.com

KYOTO ASIAN GRILLE

Kyoto Asian Grille specializes in crafting mouthwatering food and providing superb customer service. We serve a plethora of Asian cuisines, from Chinese to Japanese to Thai, and have an unwavering commitment to flavor. All of our ingredients are fresh, cooked to order, with artistic culinary flair. We also serve everything from sushi to traditional Chinese dishes, a plethora of curries to Pad Thai, hibachi and teriyaki dishes, and more.

Come give us a try where you will find nothing in

the freezer but the ice cream. Open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday. Located at 4102 Market Street, (910) 332-3302.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.kyotoasiangrille.com

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

This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Check out our all you can eat sushi menu and daily specials at www.okamisteakhouse.com!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday - Thursday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 10pm; Friday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 11pm; Saturday 11am - 11pm; Sunday 11am - 9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown

■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com

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

■ 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 nev-

er-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

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

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

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

DINNER THEATRE THEATRENOW

TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events.

Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street (910) 399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

Free at the Felix...

• Wine tasting Thursdays • Jazz music Thursdays • Peanuts on every table

serving lunch & dinner • full bar • live music • daily specials Sun-Thurs: 11am-9pm • Fri-Sat: 11am-10pm • Closed Mondays 2140 Burnett Blvd. • (910) 399-1213 • www.felixcafeonline.com encore | july 13 - july 19, 2016 | www.encorepub.com 23

HEALTHY NEMA LOUNGE AND EATERY

Open since the summer of 2015, NeMa Eatery and Lounge boasts the delicacies of Chef Borkowski.

Serving bold flavors in a variety of menu items form grass-fed burgers to artisan pizzas to small plates, the NeMa team takes diners across the world through palate pleasing menu items, including their “fancy fries”, doused with truffles and Parmesan. Borkowski takes pride in hand-crafted food, while the NeMa staff offers helpful, friendly knowledge. They offer vegan, gluten-and-allergyfriendly fare and Wine Down Wednesday (1/2 off glasses and bottles of wine). 225 S Water St. 910-769-3709 ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER AND BRUNCH:

Closed Monday, Tuesday 12pm -9pm, Wednesday-Friday 12pm -10pm, Saturday 10am - 10pm, Sunday 10am - 9pm, Brunch Saturday and Sunday 10am - 2pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown, Chandler’s Wharf ■ FEATURING: Worldly eats, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free items ■ WEBSITE: www.nemalounge.com

INDIAN KABOB AND GRILL

Welcome to Kabob and Grill, downtown Wilmington’s only fine Indian restaurant. Located on Water Street, overlooking the Cape Fear River, Kabob and Grill innovatesexotic flavors of Indian kabobs and curries. Kabobs are baked to perfection in our “tandoor” clay oven fresh, daily. We take pride in offering a great selection of vegetarian entrees

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com

IRISH HALLIGAN’S PUBLIC HOUSE

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

bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills the air. Stop by Halligan’s Public House today, “When you’re at Halligan’s....you’re at home.” With 12 beers on tap and 16 flat screen TVs, you can watch your favorite game and enjoy your favorite drink. Enjoy two locatons: 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd., and 1900 Eastwood Rd. in Lumina Station.

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

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

THE HARP

Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenfield Lake/Downtown

South ■ FEATURING: Homemade soups, desserts and

breads, free open wifi, new enlarged patio area, and big screen TVs at the bar featuring major soccer matches worldwide.

■ WEBSITE: www.harpwilmington.com

ITALIAN 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-fromscratch 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!

FAT TONY’S ITALIAN PUB

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique familyfriendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s offers

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lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% discount to students and faculty at CFCC. They have two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am-10 pm; Fri.-Sat., 11 am-Midnight; Sun., noon10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

MAMMA BELLA PIZZERIA

Mamma Bella’s is Wilmington’s latest pie palace, offering fresh and unique pizzas, strombolis, sandwiches, salads, wings, and more. Diners can enjoy eating in their quaint dining space or have Mamma deliver to their doorstep ($10 minimum, three-mile radius).

Nothing is frozen, and everything is made with topnotch ingredients, from the house meatballs to the pesto, salad dressings to marinara sauce, and beyond! Mamma bakes bread fresh several times daily and helps produce the most scrumptious cinnamon and/or pizza knots. In fact, through Feb. 29, either flavor of knots are free with the purchase of any large pie; or customers can get 12 free wings when ordering two large 2 topping pizzas (dine-in or delivery; offers cannot be combined). With a knowledgeable staff providing excellent customer service—all of whom “respect the pie”—every order is cared for from placing it to picking it up. 3926 Market St. 910-399-6723.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thurs 11am 10pm; Fri - Sat 11am - 11pm; Sun 11am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.mammabellapizzeria.com

SLICE OF LIFE

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits.

Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 2519444, 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) 7991399.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

LATIN AMERICAN CEVICHE’S

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

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

SAN JUAN CAFÉ

Offering the most authentic, gourmet Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. With dishes from countries such as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Cuba you’ll be able to savor a variety of flavors from all over Latin America. Located at 3314 Wrightsville Avenue. 910.790.8661 Follow us

on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates!

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

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

MEXICAN EL CERRO GRANDE

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

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

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

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

and try one of our Mexican inspired favorites such as our sizzling Certified Angus Beef Fajitas or our Carolina Chimichanga. Visit any of our 10 North Carolina locations to see for yourself and while your at it, try one of our delicious Margaritas! See you soon Amigos! Independence Mall, 3522 Oleander Dr - Wilmington, NC (910) 791-9277 and 1114 New Pointe Blvd - Leland, NC (910) 3711188.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington, Leland &

Southport ■ WEBSITE: www.sanfelipenc.com

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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 grassfed and free-range meats and poultry. wheat-free

and gluten-free products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Café open: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.(salad bar open all the time). Market hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington in the Landfall Shopping Center ■ FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive freshly prepared foods options in the city!

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

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

SEAFOOD 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.-Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

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

DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s

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something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

OCEANIC Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best.

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

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Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dine on the renovated Crystal Pier.

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

THE PILOT HOUSE The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South. We specialize in local seafood and produce.

Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks. Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910-3430200 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, 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; Fri-Sat: 11am-Midnight

■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and

Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on

Facebook!

■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com

SOUTHERN CASEY’S BUFFET In Wilmington, everyone knows where to go for solid country cooking. That place is Casey’s Buffet, winner of encore’s Best Country Cookin’/Soul Food and Buffet categories. “Every day we are open, somebody tells us it tastes just like their grandma’s or mama’s cooking,” co-owner Gena Casey says.

Gena and her husband Larry run the show at the Oleander Drive restaurant where people are urged to enjoy all food indigenous to the South: fried chicken, barbecue, catfish, mac‘n’cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, chicken‘n’dumplings, biscuits and homemade banana puddin’ are among a few of many other delectable items. 5559 Oleander Drive. (910) 798-2913.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesdays.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Pig’s feet and chitterlings.

■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com

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

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

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 pro-

jector TVs in Wilmington.

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.DigandDive.com

HELL’S KITCHEN

Downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub shows every major sporting package on 10 HDTVs—and a huge HD projection screen! There is no better place to

catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style Reuben, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, pool, and did we mention sports?

Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. (910) 7634133.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & ■ LATE NIGHT: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Half off select apps, Mon.- Thurs.,

4-7pm

■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

JAX 5TH AVE. DELI & ALE HOUSE

Locally owned and operated, Jax offers a laidback atmosphere, welcoming foodies, sports fans, and craft beer enthusiasts alike. We provide a full eclectic menu of quality Boar’s Head sliced meat and cheeses, and feature unique items like our smoked salmon deviled egg, a legendary Italian sandwich, and famous pita pizzas that bake up lite and crispy. 20 HDTVs feature premium sports packaging for all the games! Supporting local craft breweries with 24 drafts and over 100 different bottles and cans, enjoy it all inside the shiny silver building or outside on the dog-friendly patio at 5046 New Centre Dr. Carry out: 910-859-7374.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT:

Full menu until 2am daily.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/ JaxFifthAveDeliAleHouse

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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. 910-2399153.

■ 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

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Live music every Thursday night on the dock, 1/2 priced oysters every Wednesday from 4-6pm and Sunday Brunch with live music from 11:30am-3pm every Sunday in our main dining room.

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GRUB & GUZZLE>>FEATURE

NO AVOCADO LEFT UNTURNED:

Famous Toastery slings appealing brunch-time eats with a side of bacon and smiles

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BY: ROSA BIANCA

y dad has a strange infatuation with toast. Toasters, to be exact. I think it’s the magic he appreciates: transforming an average piece of bread into a golden, magnificent slice of toast with just the touch of a button. Yes, magic—like how the vacuum cleaner works. So when the words “Famous Toastery” went whizzing by my car window as I rolled down Wrightsville Avenue one balmy afternoon, I couldn’t wait to tell him the news; it also meant a review was in my near future.

“Bring on the magic,” I said to myself.

I’ll be honest. I wasn’t too thrilled to learn that FT was a franchise, as most of us natives have a loyalty to our local, one-of-akind joints. But with a bit more digging, I discovered the welcoming eatery was, in fact, started by two Carolina dudes. Over 10 years ago in Huntersville, North Carolina, Brian Burchill and Robert Maynard flipped out their first batch of fresh eats in an upbeat environment dubbed Famous Toastery. They even adopted their own customer-service style known as “every server is your server” (which means customers grab anyone walking by for that extra side of potatoes).

Our Wilmington location is run by franchisees Joe and Diane Kloiber. Thanks to a range of t(o)asty offerings—from traditional to upscale—their menu appeals to every Port City persona. “Fresh ground coffee” are three words I can get on board with, so that’s where my breakfast began.

I planned on a side of freshly squeezed OJ (always a nice touch) but was slightly put

off by the price. I understand it takes a lot of squeezers to get a tiny amount of fresh citrus, but $3.99 for a small OJ, well, that’s a negative, Ghost Rider. The coffee was indeed fresh, but not what I’d consider to be a dark roast. Keeping in mind it wasn’t “New American” cuisine, I found the menu to be packed with interesting Benedicts, omelets, and sweet treats. Diners expecting seasonal fare with a global flair, will find this may not be their fig jam.

Still, FT is a family-friendly restaurant with gracious service and more pizazz than a typical diner. In addition to an outgoing staff, the kitchen is equally adaptable. After being torn between the “Runner Omelet” and the “Sunrise Burrito,” I asked if it was possible to transfer the roasted veggies from the omelet to the wrap. Without hesitation, my waitress smiled, nodded, and placed the order on her iPad. (Um, where was that technology when I was scribbling down steaks on my hand 10 years ago?)

The burrito—bursting with egg whites, Brie, avocado, and tomato—was coupled with a homemade salsa, which lacked texture but remained well-balanced in citrus and acid. Poured onto my Sunrise along with a few taps of Texas Pete, the runny mixture did the job just fine. Purple cabbage, charred onions, and zucchini made up the abundant veggie collection in my tortilla, and each bite was fresh and smoky.

I was surprised to find all hand-helds excluded sides in already-reasonable prices.

Since when does a breakfast sandwich not automatically come with hashbrowns?

I opted for the small fruit cup, which was delightfully fresh, yet small—and nearly four dollars. You’re killing me, Smalls!

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SMORGASBORD: Cobb salad completes Rosa Bianca’s excursion to The Famous Toastery, where breakfast, brunch and lunch are served daily. Photo

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The corned beef hash had received plenty of love on the Internet, so I gave it a go. Between the juicy in-house roasted meat and crispy chopped potatoes, it was melt-in-your-mouth worthy. Not to mention it came with a ridiculously sinful, superbly rich hollandaise. I recommend runny eggs with hash, but was curious to test the chef on his scramble. Would these yellow jumbles be dry? Crumbly? Sad? Nope. These eggs were fluffy and moist. Well done, Toastery! You passed.

Although FT’s vibe roars “good morning,” their hours extend to mid-afternoon. So I bellied up to the lunch menu and asked my server for her afternoon favorites. She informed me the salads and specialty items (meatloaf and a mac-and-cheese meal) were a hit.

The mac was too tempting to pass up, so I brought in some girl math by averaging in the Cobb salad. Greens plus cheesy carbs equals you didn’t do anything wrong.

The Cobb was substantially portioned and overloaded with goodies. Seriously, these folks love their flippin’ avocados.

Also, baconbaconbacon! No Baco-Bits here; Toastery tears up large salty strips from the breakfast menu and sticks them onto the lunchtime greens. They cut the chicken into generous chunks and the hardboiled eggs, also liberally sliced into

circles, were perfectly cooked. Plus, they boast plenty of homemade dressings to choose from. I’m a ranch girl myself (minus the farm and the rifle). Their smooth mixture was certainly tasty and paired well with the hearty salad—but it wasn’t necessarily a ranch to remember. Don’t feel bad, FT. I’m not easy to please.

The mac and cheese featured tender penne pasta tangled with sharp Gruyere and Parmesan. This wasn’t in the class of luxuriously creamy, gooey mac, but it had an excellent nutty flavor and a toasted crumb topping for texture. The biggest hit for me was the fact that it came with a side of roasted veggies. Did I eat more than one bite? No, I was full as hell and face-deep into cheesy pasta. But I appreciated the wholesome gesture.

Generally, I was pleased with my brunchtime experience at our local FT. The food was satisfying, the spacious restaurant was clean, and each staff member was courteous and pleasant. The bad news? The elevated prices left a not-so-buttery taste in my mouth. Costs aside, though, I’d say FT accomplishes their magical mission.

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6722 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 256-7030 Mon.-Sun., 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. www.famoustoastery.com

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EXTRA>>BOOK REVIEWS

CARPE LIBRUM: Approaches to the memoir BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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

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

Tibetan Peach Pie: A True Account of an Imaginative Life

By Tom Robbins Ecco Press, 2014 On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft

By Stephen King Scribners, 2000

One of the more memorable best man speeches I’ve witnessed included a remark that had the groom describe the beautiful, brilliant, belly-dancing writer he was marrying that day to the best man back in high school.

The best man would have responded, “You’re reading too many Tom Robbins novels.” But, look, he managed to manifest her in the real world and now here they are.

There was more to the speech (of course), but that moment reminded me of the power of

the literary “brand” as it were. That authors’ names become shorthand for how we discuss their styles. That interaction sent me back to Tom Robbins; he and I had parted company following his novel “Fierce Invalids Home From Hot Climates.” But I love his early work, so when “Tibetan Peach Pie: A True Account of an Imaginative Life,” Robbins’ “un-memoir,” crossed my path, I tried to resurrect our relationship.

When we meet someone in their 30s or 50s, it can be hard to remember they have been through (hopefully) many iterations of themselves on the road to becoming the person we now know. Artists, perhaps, mine those experiences with more precision than other people turning life on its head—to be the creative work that resonates with other people (sometimes as a celebration, sometimes as a cautionary tale). So with Robbins’ memoir, it is surprising to realize the tantric, celebratory, multi-dimensional, irreverent, iconoclastic, creative shaman—who has captured the imaginations of readers since the release of his first novel, “Another Roadside Attraction,” published in 1971—started life as a poor hillbilly in western North Carolina.

It is a fascinating book for many reasons.

To begin with, Robbins’ experiences of Blowing Rock during the Depression are a startling record of an area that has transformed far from the past association—at least within the town proper. But its current life as a small town that plays host as a tourist resort is something he saw the infancy of. Perhaps one the most telling recollections he shares is the realization that in May the remote, impoverished Appalachian village he lived in turned into a playground for the wealthy. They now have an import of foods the locals had never heard of, nor could afford (avocados, for ex-

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ample), fancy cars, a first run movie theatre and money flowing in at an unbelievable rate. Then, abruptly after Labor Day, all of it would evaporate almost overnight, and the locals would be left to their hard-scrabble lives, just getting through the harsh mountain winters. Is it any wonder transformation is a major theme in his work, he asked?

Of course, in the land of modern-writer memoirs, few are as well known as Stephen King’s “On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft.” It is no surprise when studying King’s lifetime output (he and Joyce Carol Oates just cause me endless feelings of inadequacy over the amount of work they produce) that writing is his through-line. Both he and Robbins recount early stories they wrote and early fascinations with storytelling in myriad forms. But where King talks almost constantly about writing— the experiences that directly impact his writing and references the sources of inspiration for certain characters or locations—Robbins brings his readers along on his crazy journey and all of his hijinks.

It is really the last third of the book that he gets serious talking about writing, and his books. Unlike King, who sold “Carrie” (1973) when he was 26—and launched him to international stardom and a very comfortable life financially allowing him to focus on writing and his family—Robbins was in his 40s before he found success as a novelist. He worked as a newspaper and magazine writer for many years, honing his craft and even more importantly experiencing life. If you never go out and do anything, you don’t have anything to write about. There can only be so many coming-of-age novels about suffering heart break for the first time.

If anything Robbins’ books are filled with an unlimited sense of adventure, not just in the physical world we recognize, but with Gods and monsters frolicking in the world we all are on a quest for love and ecstatic joy. It is no surprise Robbins spends considerably more time describing things—like his obsession with visual art, his various marriages, lovers, children, cross-country moves, and the moment he was introduced to LSD. The moment that resonated with me most was his discussion of realizing he was in his early 30s, working as an art, theatre and film critic—meaning he spent a lot of time writing about the creative work other people did—but really enjoying the cosmic excitement that comes from the great moment of creation himself.

(A little close to home.)

If anything, Robbins’ book will show readers how to translate a life filled with adventure and curiosity into a story that others can relate to and find their own inspiration within.

King’s work, however, will show consistent hard work is the most important ingredient in any endeavor. They couldn’t be more different in their approach to life: Robbins is multiply married; King is still married to his college sweetheart, Tabitha. But they do share a great affection for the power of the written word to create the life each of them has loved. They both worship and adore that power, and have learned to bend and shape it to create worlds that will outlive them both.

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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON

TO-DO CALENDAR events KURE BEACH MARKET

Enjoy beautiful ocean views as you shop for locally grown produce and handcrafted goods from over 30 various vendors at the Kure Beach Market. The Market is held throughout the summer months on Tuesday mornings from 8am-1pm at Ocean Front Park. The dates for 2016 are Tuesday, June 14th through Tuesday, August 30th. Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

PISTONS, PLUGS AND SHOCKS CAR SHOW

On Sat., 7/16, by popular demand is the former Classy-Chassis Car Show. For all you cruisers up and down HWY 17 and other parts of some of the loveliest highways and byways of North Carolina, park your ride for a while under the shade of Poplar Grove. Pop the hood and show off those Pistons, Plugs & Shocks. Fun for the entire family! Food. Vendors. Music. 50/50 Raffle. Dash plaques, awards, and more. Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 US Hwy 17 N PRO-WRESTLING FAN EXPO 3

Masters of Ring Entertainment presents their Pro Wrestling Fan Expo 3 at Coastline Convention

Center, 7/23, 10am-5pm. Live pro wrestling and a chance to see pro wrestling stars, such as Former WCW World Champion / Former WWE Star & Founder of DDPYOGA, “Diamond” Dallas Page, WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash (by guest vendor CM Promotions/Charm City Sports-Pasadena), Former TNA Champion and current TNA Impact Star James Storm, Former TNA Champion and current TNA Impact Star EC3, Global Force Wrestling cofounders Jeff Jarrett and Karen Jarrett, Former WWE Diva Terri Runnels, Current TNA Stars The Wolves, Former TNA Impact Knockout Angelina Love, Former WWE Star & Current ROH Star Matt Sydal

and many more. Guests subject to cancellation or schedule change. Additional fees for autographs and photo ops. A special 2-hour evening pro wrestling show will take place from 8-10p, where the Masters of Ring Entertainment World Championship will be on the line for the first time between James Storm vs Jeff Jarrett vs EC3! $20 in advance or $40 combo ticket: MastersofRingEntertainment. com or at Nerdvana Comix, 130 N Front St. Bambi Weavil at (910) 538-4309.

SALT LIFE NUTRITION

Brand new nutrition club “Salt Life Nutrition” opening at 251B S Kerr - join us for our grand opening celebration on July 9th. Fabulous BEACH BAG Give-a-way!!! Find us on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/Saltlifenutrition/

charity/fundraisers STOP SUMMER HUBGER

Stop Summer Hunger serves to raise food, funds, and awareness runs through July 31 throughout the Food Bank’s 34 counties. Purpose is to collect food and funds to help the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina at Wilmington feed children at a time when school cafeterias are closed to 300,000 children relying on the free and reduced-cost meal program. The goal this year is to raise enough food and funds to provide 3.3 million meals to children and families this summer. stopsummerhunger.org.

Live Oak Bank will match any gift made to the Wilmington Branch during the month of June and July up to $30,000. 1314 Marstellar St.

music/concerts BASS STATION

Thursdays at The Juggling Gypsy Cafe is a weekly event presented by Bass Cadet Productions and centered around bringing an immersive interactive platform to highlight artists from around the East Coast and beyond. The event spotlights DJs, VJs, flow artists, painters and fire performers each week.

This is more than a scene, it’s a movement. 1612 Castle St.

BLACK POLISHED CHROME

Check out the newest way to get to the weekend-Black Polished Chrome! An open mic for poets and lyricists with live upright bass by David Canning accompanying you! Live at Bar Local tonight and every Wednesday! All welcome! Musicians too. Bellas Bar Local, 19 Market St.

BOOGIE IN THE PARK

Live music at Ocean Front Park on the first and third Sunday through October from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy free, live music by the sea! Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

UNCW SUMMER JAZZ WORKSHOP

Celebrating 20 years of jazz, the UNCW Summer Jazz Workshop has established itself as the premier summer workshop for jazz study in North Carolina!

At 10:30 a.m. we will feature an open rehearsal with UNCW faculty as well as Summer Jazz Workshop

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alumni returning for a special concert of big band and mainstream jazz music directed by Frank Bongiorno, Summer Jazz Workshop director, and chair of the UNCW Department of Music. Full concert will be July 13 at 7:30pm and is also open to the public.

Kenan Auditorium (UNCW), 601 S. College Rd. JAZZ AT BELLAMY

Jazz at the Mansion, a concert series. 7/14, Wilmington Jazz Messengers. 8/11, Vanessa Lynch. 9/8, El Jaye Johnson and the Port City All-Stars. Bring your blankets or chairs and relax on the lawn to the sounds of America’s classic songs played by outstanding artists from Wilmington and beyond.

All concerts start at 6:30pm. Beer and wine sold. $12 admission; $10 members. Current members of The Bellamy Museum of Arts or The Cape Fear Jazz Society. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

MEDAFO

7/20, 10:30am: Madafo is a Musician and a Storyteller who contributes to the community and loves to educate the youth around him. His performances and workshops are ageless, and informative, as they speak to all cultures and ethnic groups. Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Rd.

ROCK N ROLL CHORUS

7/24, 5pm: The RockNRoll Chorus is returning to Kure Beach, performing at Ocean Front Park from 5-7 pm on Sunday, July 24th. No instruments, just voices performing rock n roll favorites. Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

OPERA WILMINGTON’S COSI FAN TUTTE

7/27, 7:30pm: It all starts with a bet: two young soldiers agree to disguise themselves to test their lovers’ fidelity. Seduction, mistaken identities, and sublime music combine to see if love can, indeed, conquer all. Join Opera Wilmington for Mozart’s brilliant comedic masterpiece, Così fan tutte, sung in Italian with English subtitles. Performances take place in UNCW’s Main Stage Theatre at 7:30 p.m.

(July 27 preview) 8 p.m. (Fridays) and 3 p.m. (Sundays). Tickets $40-$50. A free Behind the Scenes with Opera Wilmington event, 10 a.m. July 23, is open to the public. UNCW, 601 South College Road

theatre/auditions WE’RE JUST LIKE YOU, ONLY PRETTIER

Fri-Sat, 7/20, 6:30pm: TheatreNOW last brought you Rude Bitches Make Me Tired and now brings another of Rivenbark’s collections of Southern humor to life and welcomes the audience to the South that Celia loves—the land of “Mama and them”, “precious and dahlin’”, and mommies who mow and quips like, “What does a Southern woman consider grounds for divorce? When daddy takes the kids out in public dressed in their pajama tops and Tweety Bird swim socks. Again.” All this paired with a Southern-inspired dinner menu by TheatreNOW’s Chef Denise. Theatre NOW, 19 S. 10th St. Tickets: $17-$37. www.theatrewilmington.com

1776

7/15-17, 7/22-24, 8pm; Sun., 3pm: Presented by Opera House Theatre Company at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. Philadelphia is hot as a furnace, and the debates inside are no less heated as John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and the rest of the founding fathers argue over indepen-

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dence and revolution. Congress is divided as egos and agendas collide and common ground is hard to find. This brilliant, witty, and compelling musical breathes life and song into the story of how we took our first steps as a nation. Come celebrate the 4th of July and the 240th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with the endearing, entertaining, and patriotic musical 1776! $32. www.thalianhall.org PETER AND THE WOLF

7/27, 10:30am: UNCW Presents: Seahawk FAM (Family Art Matinees) bring you the classic tale of Peter and the Wolf directed by Wilmington puppeteer and WHQR classical musical host Gina Gambony. Share Prokofiev’s beautiful music with your children in this charming adaptation featuring puppets and masks. Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Rd.

comedy OPEN MIC COMEDY

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

OPEN MIC

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

COMEDY BINGO

Brent Blakeney headlines comedy bingo at Dead Crow, Tuesday nights, 8pm. Free show featuring the best comics from all over the Southeast, all while playing bingo along with the words they say! Win prizes and enjoy discount tacos! Hosted by Louis Bishop with in-booth side kick comedian Lew Morgante. Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

COMEDY DANCE PARTY

7/20, 8pm: We are bringing one of the Carolina’s hottest rising stars, Jenn Snyder to the Port City.

Supporting players on this all star line up are Sara Hayden Thrower andLydia Manning. Hosted by Meredith Armstrong. Don’t make me say it. You noticed already. It’s ladies night! Men get in free before showtime. RSVP: 901-871-6229. There will be a special Prince tribute at the end of the show with The Zack Burk Dancers, myself and Jordan Randolph Bench. $7 cover. Fundraier for our upcoming Respeck TheRoad Tour as well as an opportunity to support live comedy. Theatre NOW, 19 S. 10th St.

DEAD CROW

7/15-16, 7pm/9:30pm: Paul Hooper—an only child with OCD, Hooper channels his dysfunction into a cathartic harangue. He has an undeniable likability that he plays to the hilt through his bullet proof rants. Charlotte, NC native now resides in NYC and has been featured on Gotham Comedy Live on AXS TV, Red Eye with Tom Shillue, at the HBO Comedy Festival in Vegas, Bridgetown Comedy Festival in Portland, Oregon, the Boston Comedy Festival, Michael Moore and Jeff Garlin’s Traverse City Comedy Arts Festival, the Vancouver Comedy Fest and was a finalist in the 30th Annual Seattle International Comedy Competition. • 7/22-23, 7pm/9:30pm: Andy Haynes is an LA-based writer/ comedian who has been seen on Conan and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. He has also performed at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal,

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Bumbershoot in Seattle and the Bridgetown Comedy Festival in Portland, Oregon. Andy’s Comedy Central Half Hour Special debuted in 2013 and can be seen on comedycentral.com. • 7/29, 7pm: Mike Santo was born and raised in New York’s beautiful Hudson Valley. He is married to his trophy wife, Sarah, and they have three beautiful children, Olivia, Peyton and Caroline. They live in Wilmington, North Carolina. Mike’s comedy is a sarcastic and unique take on family life, being a Dad, being a husband, teaching Sunday School and growing up in the ‘80s.

Mike was a finalist in the Myrtle Beach Open Mic contest in 2009, and won the same contest in 2010 out of a field of 48 comics from North and South Carolina. He is currently a Paramedic/Firefighter at Leland Fire Department. • 7/29, 9:30pm: Lew Morgante has been performing standup comedy since July of 2011 originally from upstate NY. Once Lew took stage he found his passion for telling jokes and stories. His comedy can be described as selfdeprecating, confessional storytelling with a dash of angry rants. He co-hosts the podcast “Tell Me When To Stop”. Lew created the website PortCityComedy. com as a way to promote the local Wilmington comedy scene. Lew performed in the 2013 and 2014 Cape Fear Comedy Festival. He has been a finalist in the Port City’s Top Comic 2012, 2013 and 2014 and the Lazy Pirate’s Last Comic Standing 2013. www.deadcrowcomedy.com. Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. RYAN DAVIS

7/27, 8pm: Viral sensation and one of the kings of queen city comedy Ryan Davis comes to the port city to make you rofl and lyao. Joining Ryan from Aiken, SC is Comedian Edward Aundraus. A fundraising event for Respeck TheRoad Comedy Toour/DVD in the fall. An advanced ticket can be purchased by donating to the tour’s gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/23cz5n8k. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St.

dance CONTRA DANCE

Evening of energetic, contemporary American country dancing—exercise that’s actually fun, done to live music by Box of Chocolates band—fiddle, percussion, guitar, dulcimer, bass, mandolin and more! Dress cool and comfortable, soft-soled shoes. 2nd/4th Tues ea. mo. All ages welcome.

United Methodist Church, 409 S. 5 Ave.

art FOREIGN SPACES

“In The Poetics of Space, Gaston Bachelard reveals time after time that setting is more than scene in works of art, that it is often the armature around which the work revolves”. When I experience a new place, I become open to the poetics of that space.

Take my Grand Tour of art inspired by places around the world. Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.

FULL CIRCLE

“Full Circle: New Art by Elizabeth Darrow, Traudi Thornton, and Susan Francy”—new work including oil pastel and collage on canvas by Elizabeth Darrow, raku and stoneware ceramics by Traudi Thornton, and fine-art prints by Susan Francy. Closing reception Friday, September 30th, 6-9 pm. Art in Bloom Gallery, 210 Princess St.

SEE SHORE

Spectrum Gallery will feature coastal works by artists Chip Hemingway, Rebecca DiMaio, Kimberlee Maselli, and Susan Hecht. 1125 J Military Cutoff Rd.

ALLY FAVORY

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Flytrap Brewing presents “Grounded,” a collection of artwork rooted in the natural forms from local artist Ally Favory. Flora and fauna, along with her sweet and handsome pup, Wally, bring Ally endless inspiration and joy in her work. On display through August 31. Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St. FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT

Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, Wilmington’s premier after-hours celebration of art and culture, is held 6-9 pm on the fourth Friday of each 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

DIVERSE WORKS

Art by MJ Cunningham, Christine Farley, Anne Sinclair, Kate Sinclair, Peggy Vineyard, and Katherine Webb. An additional reception on Friday, 7/22, and the show will remain on display until 8/12. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR. MC Erny Gallery, 254 N. Front St.

ARTIFICIAL LIGHT

Duncan Madaris Hill’s photographic exhibition ‘Artificial Light’ is on view at UNCW’s Boseman Gallery until Aug. 5. Hill’s ‘Artificial Light’ backlit and printbased photographs explore how lighting impacts our perceptions of our surroundings. http://uncw. edu/boseman. www.duncanhillphoto.com. UNCW Boseman Art Gallery, 601 S. College Rd.

GALLERY SHOWING

7/14, 6pm: The Gallery at the Leland Cultural Arts Center is please to host the opening of three fabulous local artists! The photography of Phil Mancuso and Susan Yerry along with the ceramic works of Kathy Irvine! 1212 Magnolia Village Way

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center is seeking 2D artists for the 2nd Annual ARTfall Juried Art Show and Sale to be held Oct. 13-16. ARTfall will be one of the events during American Craft Walk Wilmington (formerly the Art Walk) a celebration of visual and performing arts at various locations in downtown Wilmington. The ARTfall Exhibition will be open to the public 10am-5pm, Thurs-Sat, and Sun, 1-5pm. Artists’ reception Sat, 10/15, 2-4pm featuring the award presentation at 3pm. Deadline for applications and online registration: 9/30. Only original artwork completed within the last two years will be considered for exhibition. An original artwork is the artist’s sole creation and Is not, in whole or in part, a copy of any other persons work or photograph.

Preference is given to artists from the Lower Cape Fear region. www.wilmingtoncommunityarts.org or Samantha Herrick at slherrick@thalian.org. americancraftwalkwilmington.com.

REFLECTIONS

Reflections opens at New Elements Gallery on 7/22.

This exhibit features new works from NC painters Lisa Creed and Angie Sincliar. Both Creed and Sinclair paint serene scenes of the Carolina coast, from peaceful marshes to playful beaches. Opening reception on 7/22, 6-9pm, in conjunction with Wilmington’s Fourth Friday Gallery Night. Reflections will remain on view until 8/20. Artists will be present to discuss their work with the public. 201 Princess Street, the corner of 2nd and Princess.

museums CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Through 9/11: She Tells a Story celebrates the work of women artists from CAM’s permanent collection and connects the art forms of visual and literary arts. Fifteen Wilmington-area women writers contribute text (of their chosen format) on select

works from the exhibition. The juxtaposition of the artwork with the written word will illuminate how these artists and writers explore their experiences, perspectives and world views through their chosen medium. • Through 7/17: Patchwork North America: Paintings by Virginia Wright-Frierson: From extensive travel by road and by air, Wright-Frierson has created over 100 paintings framing scenes, as if looking through a window, across the US and Canada. • Through 9/11: She Tells a Story: Celebrates the work of fifty-two visual artists from CAM’s permanent collection and connects the forms of visual and literary arts. Exploring the catalytic relationship between visual imagery and text, CAM invited fourteen Wilmington-area writers to compose new work inspired by these selections. This juxtaposition of visual with word illuminates how artists communicate their experiences, perspectives and world views through their chosen medium. CAM Café hrs: Tues,-Sat,, 11am-3pm; Sun., 10am-3pm; Wed.-Thurs. 5-9pm.

910-395-5999. www.cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St. 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 history with the opening of its newest exhibit, Starring Cape

Fear! Exhibit April 22nd and visitors can explore the history of the local film and television production industry from the 1980s to the present day. View artifacts from several productions including Firestarter, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dawson’s Creek, One Tree Hill and Tammy. See a cape and the ear from Blue Velvet, an Iron Man 3 mask, and the jet ski beloved by Kenny Powers (Danny McBride) in Eastbound & Down. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM

Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and afterhours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. Northend of downtown, 505 Nutt St. 910-7632634. www.wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE

Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 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. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org

CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM

World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy” and “Sheena,” a 23ft long

Contact us for current program information: (910) 256-7925 ~ parksandrecreation@towb.org Or visit our website for a complete program list: www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com

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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, 11am5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.

BELLAMY MANSION

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

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 and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. (910) 762-0570. www. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

7/16, 9am: A day dedicated to water fun and ocean education! Save the date! Free with membership

and general admission. • Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm.

• Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits. 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 alwayshungry dog, Dock, solve adventures. Parents can even drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly snacks and drinks available for purchase. Custom birthday packages with a chance to interact with all characters and even step onstage to be in the action.

STORY EXPLORERS

Cameron Art Museum, 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.

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Concerts in the Park Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

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Developing fundamental beginners’ skills. $15/ clinic: July 2, 16, 30, Aug. 13 and 27. 10:30amnoon. Includes 2 free skatepark passes. Greenfield Lake Park, 310 Willard St. CFCC SUMMER CAMPS

Cape Fear Community College is offering affordable half-day summer camps that immerse children (ages 8-13) in creative, fun, and educational activities that focus on encouraging a sense of exploration and adventure, broadening cultural and creative horizons, and teaching important home economic skills. Choose from: Discover Scuba, Sew Much Fun, Painting with Acrylics, Kids in the Kitchen, and Spanish Immersion. Camps run through Aug 4, Mon-Thurs, 9am-1pm. Cost: $150-$200 (additional supplies may be required). Pre-reg. rqd. www.cfcc. edu/summercamp

FITNESS ROOM FOR KIDS

Summer time is time to move and get fit! On Monday and Wednesday mornings between 10-noon, through Aug. 3, families can drop in at Main Library’s Fitness Room for Kids. It’s free and you don’t need an appointment. Kids can roll the Fitness Dice and attempt yoga moves, feats of balance, and other physical movement challenges. Then they can record their achievements on the Brag Wall! Parents can pick up even more fitness and nutrition tips to try out at home. Julie Criser: jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6303. www.nhclibrary.org. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

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Move your body, move your mind. Join Lynne and the Wave for an hour of music, games, and fun for everyone in the Ocean Front Park lawn from 6:307:30 pm. Face painting provided by P3 Planning.

This family-friendly program begins Thursday, June 16th and runs through Thursday, August 18th.

Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Avenue

BIG KIDS DAY

Big kids ages 6-9 are welcome back to Fit For Fun on the following dates: July 21, August 4. Older kids can attend morning session 9 am - 12 noon or afternoon 1 pm - 4 pm. Regular admission fees will be charged. (910) 341-4630. Admission fee. Fit for Fun Center, 302 S. 10th St.

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SUMMER POP-UPS

All About Boats: Monday-Saturday, July 25-30, 11am and 2pm, free! Explore historic watercraft, create a tug boat that moves, and experiment to see what makes a boat float. • Parental participation is required. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

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Toddlers and Preschoolers will Move and Groove at Main Library, 201 Chestnut St., with storytimes this summer! Instead of sitting down for a traditional half-hour of listening to stories, kids and parents can dance and sing their way through interactive stories and games, using rhythm instruments and colorful scarves and ribbons. Library storytimes are free and no registration is needed. For these hourlong sessions, please come for any part of the hour that works for your family. Children’s Librarian Julie Criser planned to encourage healthy habits for the whole family. jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6303.

SUNSHINE CAMP

Sunshine Camp sessions offered in New Hanover County, 8:30am.-12:30pm, Mon-Fri. Week three is July 25-29 for rising sixth-, seventh- and eighthgraders. The program gives children who have lost a loved one the opportunity to connect with other children who have experienced loss. It’s a supportive environment where they can express their feelings and deal with grief. It can make a difference in the way they cope with loss throughout their lives.

Led by Lorraine Perry and Marty Hernandez. Space is limited. Call to get an application; campers and their guardians must attend this brief meeting prior to camp. Free, but donations appreciated. Melinda McKeon: (910) 796-7991.

JR NATURALIST CAMP

Ages: 7-9; July 18-22 8 am - 5 pm. Cost: $200. Explore and discover the diversity of plants and animals in North Carolina through hands on learning and field trips to various natural areas and attractions. Campers will learn how to safely explore, observe and appreciate nature. Lunch is not included; (910) 341-0075. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

FRIDAYS FOR FUN

Volleyball instruction for kids! Join us every Friday at 4:30 for volleyball fun! No need to pre-register, just show up and play! $10 for 1 child or bring 3 kids for $20! All skill levels welcome! Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St.

FAIRY HOUSES AND DRAGON COTTAGES

7/20, noon: Girls and boys alike are invited to collect materials and build fairy houses and dragon cottages on the Northeast Library grounds. Youth Services Librarian Mr. Max will read Pinkalicious and Fairy Houses aloud before construction begins. At the end of the program kids can imagine they are dragons and knock the dragon cottages over. Free activity will exercise kids’ bodies as well as their imaginations. Gather in the grassy area behind Northeast Library, beside the Fire Department.

Reservations are not required: Max Nunez at 910798-6373 or email mnunez@nhcgov.com. Northeast Regional Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

LONGWAVE YOGA KIDS CAMP

7/21, 8:30am: Register your child (age 7-11) for the ultimate summer camp experience! Half-day camp includes yoga, surf, art and music in one actionpacked week. Monday, Wednesday and Friday we will soak up some sun on Wrightsville Beach with fun outdoor yoga and surf lessons with Sean’s Private Surf Instruction ( (2:1 kid to instructor ratio). Tuesday and Thursday we will meet at the Longwave Yoga studio and dive into yoga adventures, crafts, ukulele lessons with Kent from The Ukulele Academy & much more! A healthy snack, materials and all rentals included. $380. Longwave Yoga, 203 Racine Dr.

KIDS IMPROV WORKSHOP

7/29, 3pm: This free workshop is for aspiring comedians ages 8 to 12. Through a variety of improv games and activities, kids will learn the basics of working together to create and develop on-the-spot comedy. Space for this workshop is limited and advance registration is requested.

Register on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6393. New Hanover County Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 S. College Rd.

outdoors/recreation BIRDS OF PREY

Wed 7/13 6-7pm, 7-8 pm Cost: $5. Get a closer look at live birds of prey. Various raptors will be introduced as you learn about these amazing birds.

Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

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Event attracts appx 70 boats from around the area, and boats compete to earn spots on the 8-place red drum and flounder leaderboard. Lady, Junior, and Senior Angler cash prizes offered to encourage the whole family to fish. More weekend of events, starting with Wild Wing Cafe for Friday’s Registration and Captains’ Party (pizza provided by Papa Murphy’s) and Saturday’s Awards Dinner (dinner buffet provided by Wild Wing Café). In keeping with Fisherman’s Post’s commitment to conserving our local fisheries, bonus payouts are offered to teams weighing in fish alive and in good condition, and the live red drum will be released following the weigh-in. Live streaming awards and weigh-in via Fisherman’s Post App. Tournament hosts secondary awards (several TWTs, including a Flounder & Red Drum TWT, as well as SeaTow prizes, a Bazen Custom Rods raffle prize, Queensboro hat/visor aggregate bonuses, and Heck Wear specialty bandanas to juniors, ladies, and seniors) to ensure participants have a number of ways to walk away from the event with cash or prizes. Entry is $150 per boat, and you can fish with as many anglers on your boat as you like. Fishing starts at 6am on Sat., 7/16 (no boundaries), and boats must be at the scales at Wrightsville Beach Marina, 4pm (no overland transport of fish). Winners based a boat’s single heaviest flounder and single heaviest red drum. Proceeds go to the Wilmington Elks. The Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, by undertaking projects that address unmet needs, and by honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans. www.fishermanspost.com. Gary Hurley at (910) 452-6378 or trail@fishermanspost. com. Wrightsville Beach Marina, 6 Marina St. SALT MARSH PLANTING

7/27, 10am: Give back to the coast and get some hands-on learning with the North Carolina Coastal

Federation at a fun volunteer event planting salt marsh grasses at the Morris Landing Clean Water Preserve. Planting is part of a project to restore salt marsh and oyster habitat, enhance public access and recreation and expand shellfish enhancement activities in the area and protect the waters of Stump Sound in Onslow County. Volunteers will use hand tools to install the plants along the shoreline during low tide. Federation staff will also pull seine and conduct educational activities during the event. Suitable for all ages, and a variety of tasks will be available to accommodate a range of physical abilities. Supplies and equipment, as well as snacks, refreshments and lunch, will be provided. Meet at Morris Landing on Stump Sound, 898 Morris Landing Rd., and park on the side of the road.

NIGHT HIKE

Wed 7/27 8:30 -9:30 pm Cost: $5. Join us as we prowl the park after dark and clear up some misconceptions about night creatures such as bats and owls. We’ll also discover how these animals are adapted to night life. The hike is led by a Halyburton Park naturalist. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

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SUMMER MOVIES

2:30pm: Bring the kids to a family movie at Main Library on Thursday afternoons, June 30 through August 11. You’re welcome to bring light snacks and covered drinks. Rated G or PG. www.nhclibrary.org.

910-798-6303. Family movies are free and you don’t need to register to attend. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

MOVIES WITH MR. MAX

Youth Services Librarian Mr. Max will show family movies at Northeast Library on Thursday afternoons this summer. Shows are free and you don’t need to register to attend. Feel free to bring covered drinks and light snacks. Family movies are rated G, PG, or PG-13. www.nhclibrary.org. 910-798-6373. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

WEINER

7/13, 7pm (4pm on 7/13): Sexts, lies, and Carlos Danger: watch the wildest political meltdown in recent history as it unfolds. It’s 2013 and Anthony Weiner—still reeling from the sex scandal that ended his political career two years earlier—is back in the spotlight as he mounts an audacious comeback campaign for New York City mayor. But it’s not long before history repeats itself and new sexting allegations leave Weiner and his aides scrambling to contain the damage. Granted unfettered access to the candidate and his campaign, filmmakers Josh Kriegman and Elyse Steinberg capture a jawdropping, behind-the-scenes look at the political machine as it breaks down. Weiner is the winner of the 2015 Sundance Grand Jury Prize. (Rated R, 1 hr 36 min). $8. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

OUT OF DARKNESS

Speller Street Films L.L.C. will host a public screening of the documentary “Out of Darkness,” the story of African civilization, European colonization, and African world revolution on Sat., 7/16, 3:30pm at Williston Middle School Auditorium, 402 S. 11th St. Three-part documentary by director Amadeuz Christ, examining the untold history of African people, the African cultural contribution to the nations of the world, and the events that have contributed to the condition of African people today. Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC and Advance Youth Outreach will also be on-site. Attendees are asked to please bring canned goods or monetary donations to contribute to both of these organizations. $10 at the door, $5 for kids under 17 or can be purchased in advance at outofdarknesswilmington.eventbrite. com. Speller Street Films L.L.C. at spellerstreetfilms@gmail.com.

LOSING MY SOUL PREMIERE

7/17, 6pm: This is the Premiere Party for Cast, Crew, and their Guests. Losing My Soul is an independent televison pilot. We will have a red carpet walk and photo shoot for Cast, Crew and their guests from 5pm-6pm. All others are welcome to arrive at 6pm.

Due to the content it is intended for 18 and up. We are doing a $10 suggested donation at the door.

Morning Glory Coffeehouse, 1415 Dawson St. THE LOBSTER

7/18-20, 7pm (also 4pm on 7/20): A love story set in the near future where single people, according to the rules of The City, are arrested and transferred to The Hotel. There they are obliged to find a matching mate in 45 days. If they fail, they are transformed into an animal of their choice and released into The Woods. A desperate Man (Colin Farrell) escapes from The Hotel to The Woods where The Loners live, and falls in love with enigmatic stranger (Rachel Weisz), although it is against their rules. At once a full immersion into a strange and surreal world, and a witty and clever reflection of our own society, The Lobster is a thrillingly audacious vision fully brought to life by Yorgos Lanthimos, and his terrific cast. The filmmaker displays a completely singular style and mastery of tone, finding the perfect balance between sharp-edged satire and romantic fable that entertains its audience while also leaving them with lots to reflect on long after the credits have rolled.

(Rated R, 1 hr 58 min). Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. $8

DOCUMONDAYS

“Tiny” is a documentary about building and living in a tiny house. It will screen 7/18 at Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. Free and no advance registration is required. “Tiny” takes the viewer inside six homes stripped to their essentials, exploring the owners’ stories and the design innovations that make the houses work for people who dream big and imagine living small. Tieing the film together is the story of Christopher Smith, who decides to plant some roots after traveling for most of his twenties.

He impulsively buys a 5-acre plot of land in the Colorado mountains, and with the support of his girlfriend, Merete, he sets out to build a Tiny House from scratch despite having no construction experience. 62 min. • 6/25, 10am: “David and Me” is a gritty documentary about two unlikely friends—a convicted murderer and a young filmmaker. David McCallum has served 29 years of a life sentence and may never leave prison again, despite a mountain of evidence that should at least trigger a new trial. Filmmaker Ray Klonsky and a pro-bono legal team think justice will finally be served when DNA evidence points to a new suspect emerges, but their fight has just begun. 80 min. Streaming video service at Northeast Library, every Monday morning of the summer. www.NHCLibrary.org.

MAGGIE’S PLAN

7/25-27, 7pm (4pm on 7/27): In Rebecca Miller’s witty modern romantic comedy Maggie’s Plan, Greta Gerwig portrays Maggie Hardin, a vibrant and prac-

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classes METAL WORK AND JEWELRY CLASSES

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

ART CLASSES

Play Draw Workshop, Mon, 10am-noon or 2pm4pm: Be guided through a fun drawing project learning about shape, line, shading and light to create an awesome still life drawing. $30 â&#x20AC;˘ Water Color: Wed, 10am-noon: Three Mermaids with water colors and colored pencils. $20 â&#x20AC;˘ Acrylic Painting, Wed, 2-4pm: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beach Towel Designâ&#x20AC;? with acrylic paints. $20/workshop. â&#x20AC;˘ Water Color and Pencil Workshops, Fri. 10am-noon: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fish and Turtlesâ&#x20AC;? with water color and colored pencils. $20 â&#x20AC;˘ All materials supplied. Email loislight@bellsouth.net or call

910 547-8115. Sun Room Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure THAI BODY WORKSHOP

7/16, 11am: This is a great opportunity to experience Thai Bodywork with Brandon. In this workshop you will experience a relaxing yet energizing form of bodywork that will leave you feeling re-energized and at peace. Wear comfortable clothing...and just relax. You can expect gentle stretching, rocking compressions and acupressure. Nourish your body and mind with total energy balancing. Donation: pay what you can. Harmony: A Wellness Center & Yoga, 3504 North Kerr Ave.

PILOXING

Pilates meets boxing meets dance. Pilates and Boxing share a very important commonality that is crucial to bothâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;CORE. That is the theme, the throughline of this Brand. The power to throw punches, the ability to stabilize and create true balance...CORE. This dynamic program moves through heart-pumping, powerful boxing combinations to sculpting and lengthening Pilates-influenced movement to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;let yourself GOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dance releases, and back around again. Never have you enjoyed sweating so much.

Classes are 1 hour. Barefoot training unless participant is diabetic. PiloxingÂŽ Gloves are optional and available for purchase in studio.. Childcare is provided with pre-registration for class on MindBody Connect. 31 Fitness, 4209 Oleander Dr., Suite 8

PADDLES AND PROVISIONS

7/21, 6:30pm: Take your yoga practice off land and into the water with this spin on SUP Yoga! Learn the fundamentals of paddleboarding first on land with a review of water saftey and then join us in the water as we warm up with a paddle off into the sunset! Surrounded by nature, we will flow through a complete yoga practice available to all levels. Following class, enjoy an ice cold beverage of your choice with old friends and new! SUP Yoga helps to

build core strength and integration while cultivating awareness of the true present moment. This class is seasonal and is weather dependent. Classes will be canceled by 6:00pm if weather is not in our favor. All yoga levels welcome and swimming skills a must.

WrightsvilleSUP, 96 W. Salisbury St. STAINED GLASS CLASSES

7/21, 7pm: Stained Glass Classes by professional glass artist, Niki Hildebrand, who holds a glass degree from The Rhode Island School of Design and has been working in glass for 17 years. Students will make an original piece of stained glass, either in the Tiffany method or more traditional lead channel method, up to 11â&#x20AC;? x 17â&#x20AC;? panel. 4 weeks will include direct instruction by Ms. Hildebrand, and all necessary tools and supplies. Two weeks will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;open studioâ&#x20AC;? time for completing student project work.

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FAMILY WORKSHOP: LEGO ROBOTS

7/22, 2pm: Free for members or with general admission. Engage in science, technology, engineering and math as you construct and program a Lego Mindstorms robot! Let your imagination soar as you imagine a world with more robot helpers. Preregistration is required, please call 910-798-4362 or email cfmprograms@nhcgov.com to register.

Space limited to 25 participants. Program is best for youth 8 and up with an adult helper. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

RESTORATIVE SOUNDBATH

7/24, 6:30pm: With Mary Glackmeyer. Make time to soak up the sweetness of this life! In this 2-hour restorative class, you will receive Thai therapeutics, sacred sound with instruments and voice, and meditation. A monthly tradition in New Orleans with

Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mentor and dear friend, Michelle Baker, the Soundbath is a truly transformational experience that Mary is honored to share. Be bathed by the gentle and cosmic sounds of harmonium, guitar, singing bowls, and sacred mantra. Eddy and Mary will offer serenades as you passively receive yoga supported by blocks, bolsters and blankets in restorative postures and Thai massage-assisted yoga therapeutics. Mary was trained in Thai Yoga Therapy by Sudevi Linda Kramer of the Vedic Conservatory. No experience is necessary, all levels are welcome. Longwave Yoga is handicapped accessible. Register in advance; space and props are limited. $20 advanced registration or $25 same day registration. Longwave Yoga, 203 Racine Dr., #200 CHAKRA BALANCING MEDITATION

7/25, 6:30pm: A beautiful, relaxing guided meditation to balance your Chakras as you slowly let go and release all tension. Balancing the Chakras of the human body promotes physical, mental emotional and spiritual well-being and a feeling of total peace within you. Donation: no min. rqd. Harmony: A Wellness Center & Yoga, 3504 N. Kerr Ave.

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 the materials are 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.

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Here, the descendents of slaves from West Africa continue the tradition of sweetgrass basket making. Taught by Barbara McCormick. uition: $75 per class (includes all materials to make one basket).

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Weekly yoga classes offered at Halyburton Park: Thursday Evenings @ 6 p.m. 7 week session begins June 16. Cost: $52. • Friday Mornings @ 11 a.m. 7 week session begins June 17. Cost: $52. Pre-registration is required: 341.0075 for more information.

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Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host free Begin the Conversation clinics from 10-11 a.m. the third Friday of each month, at Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Drive in Wilmington. These sessions, which are free to all adults age 18 and older, will provide attendees information and resources to think about and plan for future healthcare decisions. Attendees will receive specific strategies for initiating conversations that can significantly reduce family stress and improve quality of care. Advance directives, such as Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney forms, will be supplied so healthcare instructions can be legally documented. Jason Clamme at 796-7943 or jason.clamme@lcfh.org.

INTERIOR DESIGN CLASSES

Classes meet Mon/Wed evenings, through 8/17, 6-8pm, CFCC’s Castle Hayne campus. Pre-reg. rqd.

Cost: $140 for 24 hours instruction. www.cfcc.edu/

communityenrichment. 910-362-7254 REIKI SHARE

6/18: We invite you to join us for our monthly Reiki Share at Harmony between 6:30 and 8:30 pm. Give yourself the gift of energy balancing and deep relaxation. You are also welcome to sit quietly and observe. All are welcome. Donation: no minimum required. 3504 N. Kerr Ave.

LEARN TO CURL

Tired of the heat? Play a sport on ice! Learn the sport of curling: delivery, sweeping, etiquette & rules. Participants will have the chance to play a couple ends on the first session. Email info@coastalcurling.com to reserve a spot in advance or call (910) 742-0008 with any questions. Wilmington Ice House, 7201 Ogden Business Ln.

lectures/readings PEDALING FOR PAGES BOOK CLUB

Arrive by bike to receive the bicycle discount everyday. We do have a bike rack just outside the door and two more on the block. The group will read a selection that includes, fiction, biography, history, and memoir. Open to all levels of bicycle interest and ability. Meetings are last Thursday of the month at 6pm. July—The Yellow Jersey by Ralph Hurne.

August—Rusch to Glory: Adventure, Risk, and Triumph on the Path Less Traveled by Rebecca Rusch. Oct—Two Wheels: A Cycling Murder Mystery by Greg Moody. Nov—Bike Snob: Systematically and Mercilessly Realigning the World of Cycling by BikeSnobNYC. Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St.

WALK THE LOOP FOR CLEAN WATER

July Speaker Series features two experts who will highlight native plants and best management

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practices for water sources that are beneficial to sustainable bird habitat! Charley Winterbauer, president of the Cape Fear Audubon Society, and Beth Sheppard, owner of Secret Gardener and certified NC Plantsman offer a “bird brain” approach to landscape design, called “birdscaping.” Birds offer numerous services to the ecosystems they inhabit, making them incredibly important to the overall functioning of the ecosystems and providing a number of direct benefits to humans as well.

Fred and Alice Stanback Education Center, 309 W. Salisbury St. LUNCH AND LEARN

7/15, noon: Bring a bag lunch, along with your questions about the process of writing and publishing a novel, to hear local author Susan Schild talk about her recent book, “Linny’s Sweet Dream List.” The event is free and no reservations are needed. “Linny’s” is a feel-good Southern story about a woman rebuilding her life after ending a bad marriage. She meets a man who seems like a perfect match, although of course he’s got baggage of his own . . .

Copies of the novel will be available for purchase and autographing. • 7/22, noon: Local author Terry Bowman will talk about his recent book, “The Carving Tree”—a tale of love, hope, courage and grace.

Reference Librarian Annice Sevett at asevett@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6371. NHC Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

BEACH READS BOOKSALE

7/16, 9am: Fill your beach bag with paperback adventure, romance, mystery, and science fiction books at NHC Library’s Beach Reads Booksale!

Choose from thousands of gently used pocketsized mass market paperbacks, on sale just one hot Saturday morning in July for 50 cents each. Library book sales are made possible by volunteers and community book donations, and proceeds benefit

New Hanover County Public Library. Donations of used books, CDs, and DVDs are gratefully accepted at all library locations throughout the year. http:// nhcpl.libguides.com/supportnhcpl. Paige Owens: powens@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6322. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. SUMMERS AT SEABREEZE

7/18, 7:30pm: Program: Zach Hanner; actor, musician and playwright of the hit musical “Summers at Seabreeze” first performed at TheaterNOW in 2015.

Zach will talk about how he created the show that portrays the heyday of the Seabreeze resort. Federal Point History Center, 1121 N. Lake Park Blvd.

A NEW LOVE

7/26, 7pm: Katerina Katsarka Whitley, author of “Around a Greek Table, Speaking for Ourselves, and Light to the Darkness,” will be joining us to speak about her newest novel, “A New Love.” “A New Love is a gift shaped by solid scholarship and beautiful storytelling.” —Greg Garrett, author of The Prodigal and Entertaining Judgement. Pomegranate Books, 4418 Park Ave.

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA SEMINAR

7/29, 9am: National renowned dementia expert Teepa Snow is coming to Wilmington to present a special Alzheimer’s and dementia seminar for family members caring for loved ones with dementia as well as professionals working with dementia.

This event is hosted by SENIOR HELPERS with the support of the Area Agency on Aging. For more information call Carolyn Jones at 910-251-8741.

Registration fee is $10 which includes seminar, breakfast and lunch. Remit payment to Senior Helpers of Wilmington, 2214-A Wrightsville Ave. Scott’s Hill Baptist Church, 185 Scott’s Hill Rd.

clubs/notices TOUCH TANK TUESDAYS

Through Aug., 10am-1pm: What’s better than seeing shells at the beach? Being able to touch, interact and learn about the living creatures inside. From slimy kelps to cute, shy hermit crabs to friendly whelks our weekly touch tanks will introduce you to some of the most interesting creatures that roam the N.C. coast. Guests invited to drop in anytime during the event every Tues.. Fred and Alice Stanback Ed. Center, 309 W. Salisbury St.

SWIM

Play at Fit for Fun either for the morning or afternoon session on Tues/Thurs. Ask for a pool pass from the front desk, and swim for free anytime that day between 12 p.m. - 6 p.m (ending August 25). Robert Strange Pool (adjacent to Fit For Fun Center). 302 S. 10th St.

WAVE TRANSIT INPUT FORUMS

Wave Transit is starting a new transportation program for people age 65 and over and people with disabilities. Wave will collect public input, which will be used to inform the program, during four (4) community forums. People with disabilities, older adults, service providers, advocates, and caregivers are encouraged to attend. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served! 7/12, noon-2pm: NHC Public Library- Main, 201 Chestnut St. • 7/13, 9am-11am: Leland Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Dr. Leland, NC • 7/14: NHC Senior Resource Center, 2222 S. College Rd., 12:30pm-2:30pm. • 7/16, NHC Public Library, Northeast, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd., 2-4pm.

Vanessa Lacer at 910-202-2045 or vlacer@wavetransit.com

JULIA’S FLORIST GARAGE SALE

7/16, 9am: Help us make room for new inventory.

We will be selling Seasonal, Christmas, Scratch & Dent items, overstock, display pieces for 60-90% off retail prices. Julia’s Florist, 900 S. Kerr Ave.

FAMILY FIT CHALLENGE

J’nelle Ruscetti of Wilmington Health is the speaker at this program for parents struggling to raise healthy-weight kids in a society that promotes obesity. Attendance is free and no advance registration is needed. J’nelle will address healthy sleep, diet, movement, and media habits, as well as motivational techniques parents can use to help kids learn to enjoy making healthy choices. Consumer Health Librarian Mary Ellen Nolan at mnolan@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6307. www.nhclibrary.org. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20) Upcoming adventures might make you more manly if you are a woman. If you are a man, the coming escapades could make you more womanly. How about if you’re trans? Odds are you’ll become even more gender fluid. I am exaggerating a bit, of course. The transformations I’m referring to may not be visible to casual observers. They will mostly unfold in the depths of your psyche. But they won’t be merely symbolic, either. There will be mutations in biochemistry that will expand the sense of your own gender. If you respond enthusiastically to these shifts, you will begin a process that could turn you into an even more complete and attractive human being than you already are.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) I’ll name five heroic tasks you will have more than enough power to accomplish in the next eight months: 1. Turning an adversary into an ally; 2. Converting a debilitating obsession into a empowering passion; 3. Transforming an obstacle into a motivator; 4. Discovering small treasures in the midst of junk and decay; 5.

Using the unsolved riddles of childhood to create a living shrine to eternal youth; 6.

Gathering a slew of new freedom songs, learning them by heart, and singing them regularly—especially when habitual fears rise up in you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Your life has resemblances to a jigsaw puzzle that lie unassembled on a kitchen table. Unbeknownst to you, but revealed to you by me, a few of the pieces are missing. Maybe your cat knocked them under the refrigerator, or they fell out of their storage box somewhere along the way. This doesn’t have to be a problem. I believe you can put together the puzzle mostly without the missing fragments. At the end, when you’re finished, you may be tempted to feel frustration that the picture’s not complete. But that would be illogical perfectionism. Ninety-seven percent success will be just fine.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) If you are smoothly attuned with the cosmic rhythms and finely aligned with your unconscious wisdom, you could wake up one morning and find a mental block has miraculously crumbled, instantly raising your intelligence. If you can find it in your proud heart to surrender to “God,” your weirdest dilemma will get at least partially solved during a magical three-hour interlude. And if you are able to forgive 50 percent of the wrongs that have been done to you in the last six years, you will no longer feel like you’re running into a strong wind, but rather you’ll feel like the beneficiary of a strong wind blowing in the same direction you’re headed.

tors syndiCate LEGO CHALLENGE

7/19, 2pm: Lego Challenge, Myrtle Grove Library— fun way for kids to practice problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, visualizing 3D structures, communication, and motor skills! Participating children

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) How often have you visited hell or the suburbs of hell during the last few weeks?

According to my guesstimates, the time you spent there was exactly the right amount. You got the teachings you needed most, including a few tricks about how to steer clear of hell in the future. With this valuable information, you will forevermore be smarter about how to avoid unnecessary pain and irrelevant hindrances.

So congratulations! I suggest you celebrate. And, please, use your newfound wisdom as you decline one last invitation to visit the heart of a big, hot mess.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) My friend, Athena, works as a masseuse. She says the highest praise she can receive is drool. When her clients feel so sublimely serene that threads of spit droop out of their mouths, she knows she’s in top form. You might trigger responses akin to drool in the coming weeks, Virgo. Even if you don’t work as a massage therapist, I think it’s possible you’ll provoke rather extreme expressions of approval, longing and curiosity. You will be at the height of your power to inspire potent feelings in those you encounter. In light of this situation, you might want to wear a small sign or button that reads, “You have my permission to drool freely.”

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

acquaintances approve of your grab for glory. Thirty-eight percent disapprove, 18 percent remain undecided, and 11 percent wish you would grab for even greater glory. As for me, I’m aligned with the 11-percent minority. Here’s what I say: Don’t allow your quest for shiny breakthroughs and brilliant accomplishments to be overly influenced by what people think of you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You are at the pinnacle of your powers to both hurt and heal. Your turbulent yearnings could disrupt the integrity of those whose self-knowledge is shaky, even as your smoldering radiance can illuminate the darkness for those who are lost or weak. As strong and confident as I am, even I would be cautious about engaging your tricky intelligence. Your piercing perceptions and wild understandings might either undo me or vitalize me. Given these volatile conditions, I advise everyone to approach you as if you were a love bomb or a truth fire or a beauty tornado.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Here’s the deal: I will confess a dark secret from my past if you confess an equivalent secret from yours. Shall I go first? When I first got started in the business of writing horoscope columns, I contributed a sexed-up monthly edition to a porn magazine published by smut magnate Larry Flynt. What’s even more scandalous is I enjoyed doing it. OK—it’s your turn. Locate a compassionate listener who won’t judge you harshly and unveil one of your subterranean mysteries. You may be surprised at how much psychic energy this will liberate.

(For extra credit and emancipation, spill two or even three secrets.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) What do you want to be when you grow up, Capricorn? What? You say you are already all grown up, and my question is irrelevant? If that’s your firm belief, I will ask you to set it aside for now. I’ll invite you to entertain the possibility that maybe some parts of you are not in fact fully mature—that no matter how ripe you imagine yourself to be, you could become even riper, an even more gorgeous version of your best self. I also will encourage you to immerse yourself in a mood of playful fun as you respond to the following question: “How can I activate and embody an even more complete version of my soul’s code?”

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) On a summer day 20 years ago, I took my 5-year-old daughter, Zoe, and her friend, Max, to the merry-go-round in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. Zoe jumped on the elegant golden-maned lion and Max mounted the wild blue horse. Me? I climbed aboard the humble pig. Its squat pink body didn’t seem designed for rapid movement. Its timid gaze was fixed on the floor in front of it. As the man who operated the ride came around to see if everyone was in place, he congratulated me on my bold choice. Very few riders preferred the porker, he said—not glamorous enough. “But I’m sure I will arrive at our destination as quickly and efficiently as everyone else,” I replied. Your immediate future, Aquarius, has symbolic resemblances to this scene.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Early on in our work together, my psychotherapist confessed that she only works with clients whose problems are interesting to her. In part her motivations are selfish: Her goal is to enjoy her work. But her motivations are also altruistic. She feels she’s not likely to be of service to anyone with whom she can’t be deeply engaged. I understand this perspective and am inclined to make it more universal. Isn’t it smart to pick all our allies according to this principle? Every one of us is a mess in one way or another, so why not choose to blend our fates with those whose messiness entertains us and teaches us the most? I suggest you experiment with this view in the coming weeks and months, Pisces.

The latest Free Will Astrology poll shows 33 percent of your friends, loved ones and

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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 is limited, so please preregister on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org or by calling 910-798-6393. NHC Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 S. College Rd. ILM NEWCOMERS CLUB

The ladies of Wilmington Newcomers Club will meet Thurs, 7/14, at 9:30 for social time and 10:00am for program. The guest speaker will be Ed Wolverton, president of Wilmington Downtown, Inc. Mr Wolverton will discuss Wilmington’s current vision on planned developments and changes downtown. www.wilmingtonnewcomers.com. Anyone new to New Hanover and Pender counties in the last four years is invited to join. 1518 Country Club Rd.

culinary FERMENTAL

Free tasting ever Friday, 6pm. • Third Wednesday of each month feat. musical and brewing talents alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share, sample, and trade their creations: an evening of beer and an open stage. PA and equipment provided. Share cups available. All genres. All beer styles. 910-821-0362. www.fermental.net. Fermental, 7250 Market St.

CFCC CULINARY EVENTS

7/12, 19, 26, 6pm: CFCC Culinary Academy, Hands-on Kitchen Basics Series: Join Chef Gwen on Tuesday nights from 6-8 pm this summer to learn her best culinary tips and techniques. Prep, cook, plate and sample your own creations during this 2-hour class. $40 reg. fee per section includes class, samples and/or take-aways. www.cfcc.edu/ culinaryacademy. • 7/13, 7/20, 6pm: Seasonal Sum-

mer Supper: Relax with Chef Gwen on Wednesdays from 6-8 pm while preparing a fabulous farmer’s market supper featuring delicious seasonal recipes.

Learn about local food heritage and discover new culinary secrets as you cook. The menu will change weekly, depending on what Chef Gwen picks up at the market! $40 reg. fee per section includes class and dinner. www.cfcc.edu. enrich@cfcc.edu. 910362-7254 or enrich@cfcc.edu. CFCC Union Station, Room 517, 502 N. Front 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.

POTLUCK FOR PEACE

7/21, 6pm: An effort to impact peaceful change in the community through food, fellowship, and enriching dialogue. A discussion, led by Kenny House, leadership of “Change,” will lead us in an exercise in building bridges across the barriers of race and culture, and “how to” build relationships that heal.

Honest, loving dialogue. RSVP to Kelly Williams at newchoices@ywca-lowercapefear.org or 799-6820 ext 114. Issues of faith, race & justice. CHANGE also meets with other entities around the city who are actively working on these issues, and seeks to support their efforts. YWCA Lower Cape Fear, 2815 S. College Rd.

www.lcfh.org.

support groups

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Life Community Church, located inside Independence Mall, will have a Celebrate Recovery meeting every Monday evening at 6:30 pm starting with fellowship followed by a large group meeting at 7 pm.

Support groups for men and women follow at 8 pm.

The meeting is in the Extension located across from Branches bookstore and the church auditorium. For more information. contact Jodie at 910-547-8973 , 791-3859 or Lifecc.com. Life Community Church, 3500 Oleander Dr.

CHADD

Wilmington Area CHADD meets on the 2nd Monday of every month from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B. This free support group is open to a growing group of parents, grandparents and individuals affected by AD/HD who understand what it takes to face its daily challenges. Free. Pine Valley United Methodist Church 3788 Shipyard Blvd., bldg B. WilmingtonCHADD.org

PFLAG

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

GRIEF PROGRAM

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a free six-week grief program for those coping with the loss of an adult child. It will be from 2-4 p.m. Mon., through 6/27, at the Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, Conference Room, 1406 Physicians Dr., Wilmington.

Discussions on the phases of grief and the grieving process, along with other areas of concern. Registration is mandatory and closes once the series begins: (910) 796-7991. Donations are appreciated.

Additional groups will form throughout the year.

Thurs., 6pm: Meets in Classroom C, Ground Floor.

Men and spouses welcome from the entire Cape Fear area. Discussion and programs. www.wilmingtonprostatecancersupportgroup.com. wproscasupportgp@aol.com or 910-792-9953.

MS SUPPORT GROUP

Thurs, 7pm: Those with MS, families and friends welcome. Meets at New Hanover Rehabilitation Hospital 1st floor conference room (behind Betty Cameron Women’s Hospital), 2nd Thursday each month. Details: Lisa, 399-7252; Burt, 383-1368.

tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR

Ever wanted to meet authors living and dead, and tour locations from books, poems, and plays? Explore the rich culture of our talented Southern town with a 90 minute walking tour of the literary history of downtown Wilmington, NC. Visit “The Two Libraries.”

Walk the streets of your favorite novels, and stand where Oscar Wilde did when he lectured here. Saturdays, 1:30pm, Old Books on Front St. 249 N. Front St. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1282390

CONFEDERATE WALKING TOURS

Experience Wilmington’s people, history and architecture in the late antebellum period and during the conflict, conducted by noted Wilmington historian Bernhard Thuersam Walk in the footsteps of George Washington, James Monroe, Daniel Webster, 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. Tour begins at foot of Market St. www.cfhi.net.

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