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Comic Alonzo Bodden will do stand-up this weekend Having taken home the title ‘runner up’ in season two of NBC’s ‘Last Comic Standing,’ funny guy Alonzo Bodden returned in fall 2004 for season three’s ‘Battle of the Best’ to take the number-one spot. Since, the Queens, New Yorkborn comedian went on to judge season five of ‘Las Comic Standing’ and was a panelist on ‘Wait Wait... Don’t Tell Me,’ a BBC America year-end special in 2011. These days, he tours the country tickling a multitude of funny bones along the way. He’ll make a stop in Wilmington this weekend at Nutt Street Comedy Room. Check out page 13 for our chat with the joke master. Courtesy photo

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LATE-NIGHT FUNNIES “The Supreme Court has overturned the Defense of Marriage Act. How about that?

We don’t need a Defense of Marriage Act. What we need in this country is a marriage cap. You’re allowed three, and after that, you’re done.” —Jay Leno “According to the polls, Anthony Weiner is the favorite to become the next mayor of New York City. How many of you have seen the Weiner poll? Anthony Weiner is out front.

Isn’t that what got him into trouble in the first place? It’ll be a long campaign. All the guy has to do is stick it out. I hope the guy doesn’t get cocky. Weiner has a firm lead and his popularity is swelling.” —David Letterman “The term ‘Big Brother’ is from George Orwell’s book ‘1984’—where everyone’s watched over by a network of cameras called Big Brother. I’ve never understood why Orwell chose that phrase for somebody watching you all the time. Isn’t that more like ‘Creepy Uncle’?” —Craig Ferguson “No one knows exactly where NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden is hiding at the moment. He released a statement that says, ‘No one will find me unless some big-mouth jerk starts blabbing.’” —Conan O’Brien “President Obama gave a big speech on climate change. He believes global warming is getting worse because apparently he’s sweating a lot more during his second term.” —Jay Leno

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artsy smartsy............ 10-23 10-12 theater: Opera House opens ‘Rent’ this week; Shea Carver reviews TheatreNOW’s latest variety show, ‘Country Cookin’ with the Good Ol’ Boys.’

13 cover story: Fiona O’Sullivan gets a laugh from comedian Alonzo Bodden.

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really. For regular readers of this column, that is not news. We talk about local purchases with cash frequently. During the “Move Your Money” fiesta, leading up to Bank Transfer Day in 2011, I devoted multiple columns to the desirability of using greenbacks instead of giving banks transaction fees for every purchase. Sometimes it sounds like I’m beating a dead horse, but then something breaks in the news which reinvigorates the “keep your money local—don’t send it to a big bank who doesn’t need it” argument.

The most recent revitalization to my commitment to get my credit cards paid off came from the recent revelations from the NSA surveillance scandal. Paying off credit-card debt is probably not what Edward Snowden had in mind, but it is an unintended consequence. Why? Well, because paying with cash is one of the last ways to have privacy. That might sound like a strange statement from a person who has an increasingly public life—and willingly discusses the odd crisis that holiday gift-giving can be for her household. Nonetheless, privacy is something I do value. So here are five reasons to pay cash instead of using plastic:

1) No Interest Payments. It’s nice to know that something is paid for and done with. If you are lucky, you have good credit and probably a reasonable interest rate on your credit-card debt. If you are not, and like myself carry a pretty high load of debt, then 20 percent interest on a purchase is not a desirable 4 encore | july 3-9, 2013| www.encorepub.com

thing. Not to mention that none of that additional 20 percent goes to anyone in this community. It all goes to the big bank that neither needs it nor deserves it, and does nothing to keep anyone in our area employed, fed or housed.

2) No Fear of Repossession. Lucky are the people who never had to deal with this; however, it is a real problem for many. Some things can’t really be repossessed, like a college education. Other things—a car or a washing machine—can be. When paying cash, it is yours and no one else’s, which also means you can sell it with no problem—unlike selling a car with a lien against it; that can be complicated.

3) More Money Circulates in Wilmington. Last July, I loved it when Crescent Moon started offering discounts to their patrons who paid in cash for large purchases rather than using credit cards. Joan Loch summed up the reasoning by saying she would rather the money go to her customers than the banks, which don’t need it. She hopes customers will spend the money at another small business here.

4) Charity and Plastic. If you want to do your charitable giving, certainly no one is going to say no to the money. But if you want to make the greatest impact, do it with cash or a check. Don’t let part of your good intentions go to bank fees; that doesn’t do anything to support your cause, be it ending hunger, empowering kids, helping victims of violence or nature, or the arts. Also, you probably want to take the contribution as a tax writeoff, which you can’t do

with the interest. So, when the business manager of the nonprofit looks at you and says, “You can put it all on a credit card right now and not have to worry about it,” decline. Paying 20 percent interest on the gift isn’t giving them more. Spend on the nonprofit’s mission fully—not the mission of the big bank.

5) Privacy. Even Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak agrees that privacy is becoming a luxury of the past. If anything the revelations of Snowden have confirmed some of our deepest fears. Already, we see trials where the defendant’s Internet-browsing history is part of the evidence entered against them.

Paying with plastic creates a nice trail of purchases, time-stamped where and when.

One young lady whined to me about her inability to function without her iPhone. I told her she’s growing the record of her life for others to access. Her response: “Yeah, but I don’t do anything wrong, so I’m not worried about it!”

“Well, you don’t get to be the person who decides what is suspect,” I retorted. “That’s the point.”

The government was desperate not to tell the public about the surveillance program, and they are now trying to downplay it as much as possible. At what point do your repeated and very interesting purchases at the hardware store start to look like the makings of a bomb? Sure, you thought you were just spiffing up the lawn and building a dog house.

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come to find here in ILM are the free concerts spotted around the area every week. Given the fact they’re free is a major plus! Back home, the only times I’ve ever got into a free concert is when I snuck in or my friends spotted the admission. Shows for the public generally only take place around the week of St. Patrick’s Day or the day after Christmas (St. Stevens Day) in Ireland. More often than not, they present traditional Irish music, not something a group of people my age would go out on a Friday night to hear.

Also, Irish weather is so unpredictable, it’s hard to have outdoor concerts on a regular basis, even in the summer months.

At home there are tons of local bands that play in more intimate places like small clubs or pubs. It’s pretty cool to see friends’ bands play in some of the well-known places, especially around Temple Bar. Dublin City is also home to plenty of very talented buskers and street performers, which attract huge crowds on one of the well-known shopping streets, Grafton Street. If you ever go to Dublin, definitely go down Grafton if purely for entertainment.

The only downside: If you like one performer, it’s more than likely you’ll only see them again by chance. There’s no consistency in the times they busk.

Going to Downtown Sundown really surprised me last week. So many young people showed up; the majority of the audience seemed to be in their 20s. Arriving very late, I was taken aback by how hot it still was at 9:30 p.m. I felt like I had walked into a sauna as soon as I reached the audience. It had me wondering if I was the only one who felt like I was baking in an oven. Still, it made my Friday night more enjoyable, having a few drinks, listening to songs I’ve never even heard before from the Dave Matthews Tribute Band.

For a change of scenery, over the weekend I went up to a friend’s house right on Carolina Beach. This was like a much-needed mini-holiday from a stressful and hectic week. Carolina Beach is so peaceful. Apparently, this is a rare occasion during summer months; I clearly got lucky by coming on the right day.

Taking beach cruisers to go around the beach and boardwalk reminded me of living on the

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beach in San Diego last summer. It felt more like a three-month holiday than a working visa at the time.

Again, for weather reasons, the beaches in Ireland don’t have nearly as many visitors in comparison to here. They don’t congregate every weekend en masse like, for example, at Wrightsville Beach. I was explaining this to a friend one day. Only when it’s really sunny (the highest it would normally reach is 69 degrees), would big crowds come out. In spite of Ireland’s fickle weather, when it is sunny, it’s possibly one of the prettiest places on Earth.

While strolling around the boardwalk and fair, we headed up to Britt’s donuts, apparently well-known here and for good reason.

They’re a major nom! As if I hadn’t already had enough sugar, on the way back to the beach, I got offered a sample of a funnel fry. It looked like a French fry or “chip,” as we call them at home, covered in sugar. I still don’t know what it was, but it didn’t taste half bad.

In keeping with the beach scene, I went out to the bars at Wrightsville one night. That was a clear wake-up call on how many differences there are in cultures, even if small. A Great Dane at a bar is something you would never see at home. I thought it was funny that no one seemed fazed by this; around Wilmington, dog-friendly establishments seem to be the norm. Everywhere I go I see them— shopping, at the grocer, etc. I’d probably get kicked out immediately at home if I brought an animal into a retail shop.

Without a doubt, it keeps life interesting here. One of the things I love about moving stateside is its unpredictability.

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“Flags of Our Fathers” and “Letters from Iwo Jima” in preparation for Independence Day. Developing multiple perspectives on war can seriously undermine the simplicity of our myths.

I hope my choice of films doesn’t take all the fun out of the fireworks. I’m as American as the next guy born here today. I love going down to the river and watching what is one of the finest annual fireworks displays anywhere across the country, from the Battleship North Carolina.

As if getting multiple perspectives on war wasn’t enough to cloud the issues and dampen the pyrotechnics, I went shopping. I parked the cart behind a young mom and her 7-year-old kid. The kid hoped rain wouldn’t ruin his fireworks. “I especially love it when they put an American flag up in the sky. It goes straight to heaven.”

The tyke’s mom smiled. “I bet God would like that.”

I bit my tongue. I know all dogs go to heaven, but I didn’t know about flags. I scanned the magazine racks trying to find something about the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg—or anything that didn’t have a headline about Kim K. It’s been 150 years since flags flew over Gettysburg. Back then, as often seems to be the case in war, soldiers marched and died under both the stars and stripes, and stars and bars were righteous, courageous and had God on their side.

The tyke asked for a Snickers. His mom complied. The tyke didn’t have much history behind him, and probably didn’t know much about the Civil War or slavery. He probably didn’t know much about Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights struggles of the ‘60s, and I doubt he had an opinion about our current Moral Monday civil disobedience protests. None of that makes him a moron.

But I thought of MLK as soon as the tyke finished his comment. MLK said, “If we are to have peace on earth, our loyalties must become ecumenical rather than sectional. Our loyalties must transcend our race, our tribe, our class, and our nation, and this means we must develop a

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The tyke probably didn’t know much about the heavens either. I thought of Carl Sagan’s comments on the first photograph of Earth from outside the solar system, the “Pale Blue Dot.” Carl said, “Every saint and sinner in the history of our species lived there—on a mote of dust suspended in a sunbeam.”

The tyke loves fireworks, Fourth of July, and Old Glory. He probably knows about the Revolutionary War, George Washington, and maybe even Betsy Ross. But at 7 he’d be a rather precocious lad if he was acquainted with one of the philosophical architects of the Revolution, Thomas Paine. Thomas had the common sense to notice, “The World is my country, all mankind are my brethren, and to do good is my religion.”

The tyke and his mom checked out and I moved forward with questions now clouding my mind. Why is it that so many of the same people that rail against “statism” are perfectly happy with “nationalism”?

Why do we insist “Us v. Themming” on just about everything? Why do we always create a flag to fight for and a flag to fight against? How much does pledging our allegiance to the flags of our large and small nation states really help us on today’s blue dot? How many British of the Empire died under the Union Jack? How many “good Germans” swelled with pride under the swastika during the early rise of the Reich? How many Syrians, Japanese, Chinese and even French salute their colors with patriotic pride? Might the specific object of patriotic passion be merely an accident of time and geography?

I hope the tyke gets clear skies and a chance to see Old Glory sent heavenward during the fireworks. I don’t want questions to cloud the child’s joy. But when he grows up, I hope he questions everything.

I hope he comes to understand what MLK, Carl Sagan, and Thomas Paine seem to know: There are no flags in heaven.

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LEAD STORY STORAGE CLOUDBURST The executive in charge of the electronic infrastructure of Facebook confirmed to London’s information-technology website The Register in June that when the company inaugurated its first “cloud” data-storage facility in Prineville, Ore., in 2011, the equipment was “drenched” when an actual cloud formed inside the building. (Facebook had only “hinted” previously at a Prineville “humidity event,” according to The Register.)

The tall, huge building’s cooling units use an electricity-saving system that takes air from the outside (rather than re-circulated indoor air) and subjects it to various humidity levels to cool the heat coming from the aisles of computer servers. Apparently, engineers had not accurately anticipated the vapor condensation profile of the new system, and rain guards were promptly installed.

Can’t Possibly Be True In May, only two states away from last year’s mass shooting at an Aurora, Colo., movieplex, management at the Goodrich Capital 8 Theaters in Jefferson City, Mo., hired a man dressed in full tactical gear and carrying guns resembling M-4 rifles and 9mm pistols (as “S.H.I.E.L.D.” operatives) to greet patrons for the opening of the new “Iron Man” movie. Police were not pleased by the barrage of frightened 911 callers who were fearful that Aurora was happening all over again. Capital 8 manager Bob Wilkins said that “hundreds” of customers were entertained by the publicity stunt and that “only a few” were upset.

Since Rozie, a pregnant Asian elephant at Albuquerque’s ABQ BioPark Zoo, stands a better chance of a healthy birth if she is strong, the “elephant manager” and staff have been putting her through twice-a-day, Pilates-type exercises (featuring leg lifts, squats, and other calisthenics). (Rozie is due sometime between August and November.) Lest anyone worry that Rozie is being mistreated, the elephant manager noted in a May press release that her participation “is completely voluntary.”

The founder of the Beauty Park Medical Spa in Santa Monica, Calif., has introduced a 45-minute procedure called the “Male Laser Lift,” which is also known colloquially as “tackle tightening,” involving the removal of hair and wrinkles on the scrotum, along with laser treatment to remove “discoloration.” Co-owner Jamie Sherrill (“Nurse Jamie”) told London’s Daily Mail that sales are up this year, and some might attribute that to a joke comment made by actor George Clooney that the latest Hollywood craze was “ball-ironing.”

Recently, parents in Texas and New York

City have pointed out that when children commit sex offenses against classmates, educational policy (and sometimes, the law) seeks to give light punishments and second chances to the perpetrators, thus posing risks to their classmates. A Texas child, raped at age 4 by a 13-year-old, recently was forced to endure the perpetrator’s return to class after only 45 days away at an “alternative” program because federal law requires the child’s prompt return to ordinary classroom settings if a “disability” played a role in the incident. A New York City mother filed a $6 million lawsuit in May against the city’s Education Department after her son was allegedly forced to perform oral sex on a group of classmates, one of whom had already been involved in a sex assault for which he received a five-day suspension.

Inexplicable As John Jacobson, 20, was being booked into jail in Portland, Ore., in May (for allegedly trying to steal a case of beer from a Plaid Pantry grocery store), police discovered a live mouse in his pocket. Jacobson had his father come down to the jail and take custody of the mouse.

Christie’s auction house in New York City reported that a May 15th sale of a painting of the late actress Bea Arthur nude from the waist up by the artist John Currin in 1991 had sold for $1.9 million. Currin said that he made the painting from a photograph of Arthur clothed, and Arthur, known for her roles in TV’s “Maude” and “Golden Girls,” appears younger in face and body in the painting than on the TV shows.

Maryland state troopers caught sight of a drummer rocking out on the shoulder of Interstate 695 near Windsor Mill Road in Baltimore on May 21st, at about 10:30 a.m. According to the troopers, the man had run out of gas and had decided to set up his drum kit to practice while he waited for assistance.

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Perspective The web sites OpposingViews.com and the Jewish Daily Forward (Forward. com), sweeping through all of the 2013 news accounts that two reporters could find, added up the fatalities so far this year (through May) of Americans killed by domestic “terrorist” attacks, compared to the number of Americans killed with guns fired by toddlers (aged 2-6). Terrorism’s total: 4 (all from the Boston Marathon bombing). Gun deaths by toddlers: 11. (During the same period, 10 additional Americans were merely wounded by toddlers firing guns.)

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of theatre—not only for its amazing rock score and demanding aptitude from its actors, but also playing to the audience’s social conscience—Jonathan Larson’s “Rent” returns to the Wilmington stage this week. Coming off a highly applaudable run of another theatre favorite, “Les Misérables,” Opera House Theatre Company is pulling out all the punches on their 2013-14 roster; “Oklahoma!” and “Little Shop of Horrors” will open later.

In 2009 “Rent” made its local debut thanks to City Stage. For those who missed the production, 2013 offers a do-over. With the guidance of local actress, choreographer and director Kendra GoehringGarrett, a strong cast of thespians will take on the tale of struggle, artistry and hope.

“My cast all the way down are absolutely amazing!” Garrett says. Max Korn, Tyler Simmons, Kaitlin Baden, Olivia James, Beth Swindell, Terrill Williams and Blaine Mowrer will take on its main characters— and with a stellar ensemble backing them, including Maggie Miller, Madison Moss, Khawon Porter and others. “Everyone here is eager, excited, and have thrown themselves in all the way,” Garrett assures.

Somewhat based on Giacomo Puccini’s opera “La Bohème,” which has its characters facing the turberculosis plague in the Latin Quarter of Paris, France in the 19th century, Larson moves the show to the East Village of NYC in the late ‘80s. Even today, the show resonates, especially with a more socially conscious Generation X and New Boomers. “Rent” follows a group of aspiring artists facing the troubles of being on their own, finding and creating work, facing their demons and struggling with the onslaught of the AIDS epidemic. The show has been lauded for its modern rock-opera appeal, 10 encore | july 3-9, 2013| www.encorepub.com

something Larson sought: to introduce musical theatre to the “MTV generation” (back when MTV actually stood for “music television” and showed videos mired in artistic visuals). That the show won numerous awards—four Tonys, six Drama Desks, two Theatre Worlds and one Pulitzer Prize—is bitter-sweet. Larson died unexpectedly from an aortic dissection caused by Marfan syndrome the morning of the show’s opening off-Broadway in ‘96.

In years since, “Rent” continues in its appeal by dealing with issues still facing society, including drug addiction, cultural diversity and homophobia.

Its characters are endearing, flawed and beautifully written. The music is electrifying and captivating, from the sounds of “La Vie Bohème” to “Santa Fe” to “Without You.” Leading the six-piece outfit is local music director Lorene Walsh. “She has put together a wonderful band,” Garrett says. “This is very challenging music and is constant, but you wouldn’t know that to hear them.”

Matching movement to powerfully evocative sound comes naturally to Garrett, who has choreographed a slew of shows locally. “I am an organic choreographer,” she describes. “I have a concept and then I choreograph to the dancers’/actors’ strengths in the space. I also like to tell a story through the movement.”

Yet her stage hand at direction is a newfound love.

Though she’s been acting since the age of 5 and has been in numerous shows, most recently in City Stage’s bawdy hit “The Great American Trailer Park Musical,” guiding the whole shebang of “Rent” has been intense. Garrett has only done a few children’s productions and City Stage’s “The Wild Party.” “‘Rent’ is very stirring—a haunting piece, with a whole lot of heart,” she states. “As a performer my

favorite thing to do is to get to the meat and core of who a person is—the emotions, backstory, connection and relationships. As a director I can motivate other performers to do the same, and push them to find more within the piece.”

That “Rent” has become verifiable in artistic grandeur can be intimidating to any director—much less a newbie. However, Garrett’s appeal to the show’s heart is driving her. She even auditioned for the musical for Bernard Telsey before she left NYC to moved back to NC years ago.

“The story and content was so provocative and it really made me think,” she says. “I love directing because it’s very collaborative and so much more creative. I knew I wanted to put my heart into the show; I wanted to listen to Larson’s words and convey them to the audience.”

With the help of set designer Terry Collins, stage manager Alice Morgan, lighting designer Dallas LaFon, sound designer John DeVeaux and costume designer Selina Harvey, “Rent” comes to life this Wednesday night and runs every weekend through Sunday, July 21st.

“I think the biggest obstacle is the fact that it is so iconic,” Garrett explains. “How do you approach a show that has made such an impression on a generation of theatre-goers and stay true to it while making it fresh? I was excited for the challenge, and I think we have accomplished that.”

Tickets to “Rent” are $25 and are available at Thalian Hall box office or online at thalianhall.org.

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//THEATRE

singin’ and a smilin’: TheatreNOW’s latest dinner show offers country entertainment

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he rich fabric of the south

shows itself in many ways: food, music and especially comedy. TheatreNOW is hosting all three in their latest locally written show, “Country Cookin’ with the Good Ol’ Boys,” by its artistic director, Zach Hanner.

Well-known for performing in numerous bands throughout the years, including the recently retired Noseriders and Da Howlies, Hanner shines a light on country music in this concertstyle show–specifically gems which planted the genre’s roots thanks to old-timers like Hank Williams, George Jones and Loretta Lynn.

Having played Hank Williams in the City Stage production “Lost Highway” in 2007, Hanner’s vocals are pitch-perfect for the noteclimber “Lovesick Blues,” which opens the show. He even reprises old bandmates from “Lost Highway,” including Adrian Varnam on fiddle and mandolin and Bill Ladd on electric and steel-pedal guitar. The trio joked five years ago about upstarting a country-music act since their chemistry proved spot-on. With the addition of Alex Hall on banjo and guitar, Jones Smith on

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stand-up bass, and backup singers Tiffany Reece Forsythe and Melissa Stanley, they’ve hit a winning formula. Folks can expect Moonshinesippin’ (in some crafty TheatreNOW cocktails) and toe-tappin’ good times over a country dinner prepared by Chef Denise Gordon. The country-fried steak and roasted chicken may not taste quite as good as grandma’s, but the chef’s genius of turning banana puddin’ into pie —yes, pie!—wins hands down.

Much like the variety show “Hee-Haw,” Hanner’s setup vacillates between song and

COUNTRY CROONING: The cast of ‘Country Cookin’ with the Good Ol’ Boys’ can really belt it out. Courtesy photo

skit. The set isn’t much more than camp chairs and a table—since instruments take up so much space—and a little more flair would have been nice (hay bales?) visually. Regardless, the score is amazing. Hanner fills the show to the brim with country music’s famed old-standbys and a few obscure tracks which will make folks fall for the genre again and again. Make no mistake: No Taylor Swift will be heard here. Instead, there is fine musicianship and vocals to inspire many thoughts on love lost and found, nights spent drinkin’ and hardships overcome.

Hanner’s “Dang Me” by Roger Miller rolls in swagger and animation, as he nails every “bou boop boop boop boop bo op a bo-bo baahm” perfectly. The thespian/musician is a natural at engaging the audience. His “Mad-Lib Country Ballad” allots the audience a chance to participate in the making of a song, which Hanner then performs on the spot. Of course, words like “drinking,” “jailhouse,” and “collards” made the cut during my visit.

The lovely Forsythe of bluegrass act Barnraisers fame not only is adorable, but she is meant to sing this music. Her voice is powerfully evocative with the right amount of reserve to sweetly emote in songs like Dolly Parton’s “If I Kiss You, Will You Go Away” and Rose Maddox’s “Live and Let Live.” She outshines Hanner in the Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty duet “Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man,” and she is angelic with Alex Hall in Flatt and Scruggs’ “Before I Met You.” Hall steals the show with his tribute to the late, great Possum, George Jones. “Walk Through This World With Me” will raise hairs while “He Stopped Loving Her Today” will turn on the waterworks.

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The skits in between revel in redneck jokes galore and, of course, come with a fair amount of trailer-park attire to boot, white wife-beaters included. Melissa Stanley in her house coat and rat’s nest hair while ironing said wife-beaters manages laughs. An ever-professional actress, her Southern drawl nails words like “sqwahr” (square) and “winder” (window) or sayings like “I swanney” to the nth degree. Though some of the jokes are hokey and of the expected husband/wife caliber, others are perfect, including a few inside laughs about our friends to the south in Myrtle Beach, where the redneckin’ is good.

Seeing Hanner and Bill Ladd in drag during the first skit just doesn’t tire. Aside from a line hiccup, Ladd nails the steel-pedal guitar throughout the show. My ears melted as each chord wept, emitting the right amount of sorrow and reverence in every tune. And his pompadour needs to be primped on a daily basis; he could give Roy Orbison a run for his money.

Other solos which stand out include Varnam on fiddle in Jimmy Dickens’ “Sleeping at the Foot of the Bed” and quite a showdown on spoons. Old, black-and-white cartoon commercial breaks for General Mills Corn Flakes, Valleydale pork products, and Martha White cornmeal add a nice touch. The video montage of “Great Moments in Redneck History” contain poor image quality—not to mention, Southerners need not to be reminded of the amazing showcase of stupidity to which some people go and slander our heritage. Still, there’s nothing “stewpid” about “Country Cookin’ with the Good Ol’ Boys.” They’re never meaning no harm–only an evening away from the modern-day hustle and bustle of city slickin’. One thing’s for sure: I found myself smilin’ and a singin’ along the whole night through.

//COMEDY

who’s laughing now?

Comic Alonzo Bodden comes to Nutt Street this weekend es to amaze him, even the ones who get a little too rowdy.

“Every comic has been heckled,” Bodden assures. “[But] I know I’m funnier than the heckler. I’m funny every day; he/she is only drunk and loud once in a while, we hope. Of course, if they are drunk every day perhaps an AA meeting would be better than a comedy club.”

Although for stand-up acts, not hearing anything can be just as bad as hearing too much. Bodden says at the beginning, all comedians will fall to silent crowds at some point. “Over time you learn to handle it,” he admits, “[and silence can be] a good sign; it means they are listening. Or it means you’re dying, in which case time passes slow, and the other comics enjoy every minute of your failure.”

Bodden leaves every door open when it comes to opportunities to use humor. As a result, he has appeared in films like “Scary Movie 4” and “Bringing Down the House.”

He also does voice-overs (“Power Rang-

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human race truly has one effective weapon: laughter. It can brighten a day, extend a person’s life and ease worries.

Laughter is medicine for the soul.

Nutt St. Comedy Room will welcome national touring comic Alonzo Bodden Thursday through Saturday. Bodden got his big break in comedy after winning the grand prize in the third season of NBC’s competition show “Last Comic Standing.”

Hailing from Queens, New York, Bodden has sent people into hysterics for as long as he can remember. The only difference: Today, it’s from the stage.

“I could always make people laugh,” 51-year-old shares. “I used to quietly make the person next to me in class laugh, then watch him try to explain. It was fun for me.”

Before getting his big break, Bodden worked as an airplane mechanic. After years on the job, he began training other airplane mechanics. In the process, he got the standup itch. “I never thought about going pro until I started teaching,” Bodden explains. “I found I liked being at the front of the room.”

It wasn’t an easy transition at first, though.

“When I was a trainer, I had a lesson plan,” Bodden shares. “But now, the script is up to me.” For stand-up comedians, having a good script is everything. Oddly enough, after so many years as a mechanic, Bodden admits he doesn’t have any jokes about airplanes. However, he culls his inspiration from current news stories.

“From gay basketball players to paranoid people worrying about the government listening to their phone calls while their whole life is on Twitter,” Bodden says, “our news is pretty funny stuff. Have I mentioned Congress? They’re hilarious.”

Writing jokes is not an exact science.

They come at Bodden from all angles.

“Some jokes have popped into my head complete,” Bodden explains. “Others take a few months of writing and rewriting. Right now I’m working on something about the Founding Fathers that I love.”

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CRIPPLINGLY FUNNY: Alonzo Bodden brings his brand of laughter to Wilmington this weekend for a two-night show. Courtesy photo

Bodden will make a joke out of anything.

He doesn’t worry about offending or upsetting people. “I’ve read if you don’t make someone mad, you need to work on your act,” he quips. “TV doesn’t mind cursing; they can bleep that out.”

The only rule he follows comes down to business: “Thou shalt not anger a sponsor.”

An experienced stand-up comedian, Bodden has performed shows all over the world, from Philadelphia to San Diego to Sydney, Australia. The variety of crowds never ceas-

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“Let’s face it, movie star is a pretty good job,” Bodden jokes. “Also, TV is not a bad way to meet women. Stand-up is more creative, and you get the instant gratification of [audiences] laughing.”

Bodden’s show at Nutt St. is sure to be cripplingly funny. Though he won’t give particulars on the show, Bodden says there isn’t a theme for his set. “Let’s just say I cover news, sports and weather, with a few kidney jokes on the side,” he comments.

Alonzo Bodden will perform at Nutt St. on Thursday, July 4th, at 7 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, July 5th and 6th, at 8 p.m. and then again at 10 p.m. Doors will open an hour before show time, and tickets are $13 in advance or $15 the day of. Tickets can be purchased online at www.soapboxlaundrolounge.com.

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//ART

the grand tour of italy:

Two painters’ landscapes juxtapose and balance each other’s works

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efore everyone began posting

travel photos on various world wide web sites, the only way to capture a moment or landscape was with a painting.

For a young man, and the occasional privileged female, a completion of one’s cultural education consisted of taking what was and is known as “The Grand Tour.” Traveling throughout Europe, American and European youths ventured to sites that focused on cultural and political value as well as classical and Renaissance antiquity.

Focusing their cultural visits on historical sites, works of art were also a major part of these young people’s educations. The general travel itinerary of the Grand Tour usually began in England, traveling through Switzerland, France and Germany, but always focused on Italy.

Florence, Rome, Venice and Pompeii served as the foundation for a liberal, cultural education. Visiting the Pantheon, Coliseum, Sistine Chapel, and seeing the works of da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raphael were a vital portion of the knowledge gathered. Painting what they saw, folks were able to take home a memory of their travels abroad. Still valued

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11 Tues.-Sat., tsgallery.com www.newelemen today, the advent of the camera has done nothing to stifle the artistic appeal and merit of Italy’s landscapes symbolizing the pinnacle of Western civilization, Italy remains a top tourist destination. Today, the country often is idealized for its endless supply of pizza and gelato, but the Italian landscapes serve as some of the most magical and visually appealing views on earth. New Elements Gallery’s latest exhibition, “Counterpoints,” is a collection of Italian landscapes by Betty Brown and Catherine C. Martin.

Betty Brown, a local artistic fixture, has lived in Wilmington for 40 years. A native of Greenville, South Carolina, Brown holds degrees from both Queen’s College in CharITALY’S ALLURE: ‘Building at the Olive Grove’ by painter Betty Brown will be featured at New Elements Gallery. Courtesy photo

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lotte and UNCW, and she has studied printmaking, drawing, watercolor and book art.

She currently teaches at the Cameron Art Museum, the John C. Campbell Folk School, Artist’s Week at Pawley’s Island, SC, and a variety of workshops—even privately.

Inspired by her travels, Brown notes, “Working very hard at painting and drawing and continuing to push toward elusive selfsatisfaction is perhaps the challenge that provides my motivation. A passion for giving importance to otherwise commonplace surroundings keeps me working. I paint at home and travel the world, always observing ways to translate the overlooked into something worth consideration. Journals from my trips create a valuable, symbiotic relationship in making visual and verbal connections.”

Catherine C. Martin began creating artwork at a young age and went on to study at both East Carolina University and UNCW before becoming an art educator, as well as an art director for a television show. In 1998 Martin devoted herself to becoming a fulltime painter.

Her characteristic style is charged with color and light. There is a movement to her work that brings the canvas to life. Viewers will feel as if they can totally submerge themselves in the image. “Her painting moves

very quickly, alla prima style—meaning a painting is finished in one sitting,” Merrimon Kennedy, owner of New Elements Gallery, divulges. “She describes her art as ‘a very personal experience that comes from the soul and reflects both sorrow and joy in life.’ Her work is very emotional and can be categorized as expressionist painting. Her paintings are spontaneous, vibrant with color, and accentuated with extreme value.”

Finding inspiration abroad, both Brown and Martin’s extensive travels serve as the inspiration for their art. Capturing the exact mood of a moment, Martin’s work provides a contrast to Brown’s softer, more tranquil watercolors. Functioning as artistic counterpoints to one another, Martin’s expressive, gestural canvases capture her emotions and vitality, translated through her high-energy brushstrokes. On the opposite end of the artistic spectrum, Brown’s natural watercolors elevate the importance of ordinary places by paying precise attention to detail. Her interest in every aspect of her subject matter lends a delicate tenderness to each painting.

“Counterpoints” will feature the work of both artists, and focus on their travels and recordings of Italy. Maintaining the idea of the Grand Tour, Brown and Martin share with us their favorite sites abroad but also infuse aspects of themselves and what they find most important. Although utilizing similar subject matter, they handle it in drastically different ways that balance and bring out the beauty of the other.

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22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC 910-803-0302 910-330-4077 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com In July, we will be featuring the unique work of Kay Bilisoly, a Wilmington artist and member of ArtExposure. We will be sponsoring a “Paint Out in the Park” at the end of July.

This will be in conjuction with the Onslow Outdoor Painters Society (OOPS). There is no entry fee, but you need to fill out our a a participation form (online under Events) to be n included in the August show at ArtExposure.

- The show will feature the plein air works of - participating artists at the Paint Out. l r CAPE FEAR NATIVE - 114 Princess St. s (910) 465-8811 - Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. www.capefearnative.com n Featured this month is the beautiful local e photography of Richard Pape. Pape enjoys t wandering our coastal outdoors, looking for s striking light, patterns and images that will l move the viewer. Pape’s collection will be - featured until July 25th. Cape Fear Native , features art, jewelry, pottery, photography d and more, all original designs by local artists

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Cape Fear Community College is pleased to present “Bundles,” a solo exhibition of Aaron Wilcox’s work, hanging until Monday, June 28th. “Bundles” consists of nearly 30 ceramic sculptures, accompanied by digital detail photographs of the sculptures, and drawings of existing or speculative sculptures. In this exhibition, Wilcox relishes in exploiting the malleable nature of clay and the boundaries that arise in its fired form.

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showcasing the recent works of Wilmington artist Betty Brown and Catherine C. Martin of Apex, NC. The exhibition will feature Italian landscapes in oil by Betty Brown and Catherine Martin’s acrylic paintings of various subjects, including landscapes, still life and figurative studies. Counterpoints will remain on display through July 20th.

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River to Sea Gallery

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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 is sure to enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection

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//MUSIC

literature, lyrics and humanity:

ILM Unplugged presents Cory Chisel and the release of Natty Greene’s Freedom IPA

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g Sons storytelling and smooth, flawless by B the Wanderin d an l e is Ch country-rock vocals equate a sound Cory likened to great American musicians, such as Friday, July 5th nt St. Bob Dylan and Kris Kristofferson. The son Soapbox • 255 N. Fro ow: 9 p.m. of a preacher from Appleton, WI, Chisel was rs: 8 p.m., sh o unge.com o d sheltered from pop tunes, raised solely on boxlaundrolo ap o .s w w w , 5 $10-1 hymns and Johnny Cash. His music is the consummation of his culture. His mother played piano and organ, and his uncle taught him about Mellon explains when he builds a bill, he early-20th century blues. tries to consider bands that would like to hear Today the guitarist and singer-songwriter— the other performers, too. “I think all three whose goal is to make music that speaks to acts will be entertained by their bill-mates,” his soul and is understandable to a vast, var- he says. “Onward, Soldiers are good friends ied group of people—performs as a duo with of mine and, in my opinion, the best rock Adriel Harris who plays keys and sings back- band in Wilmington. They are a perfect match up. Her airy pipes pair well with his rich vo- for Cory’s group; the union made perfect cals, but, more importantly, she is the first to sense. I am a huge fan of the Barnraisers— encounter each of Chisel’s songs. Harris, who they are outstanding performers and their often writes with Chisel, makes for a bewitch- musical style fits seamlessly.” ing collaboration.

The Greensboro brewery Natty Greene’s Cory Chisel and the Wandering Sons ap- also will unveil its Freedom IPA at the event peared on “Conan” in 2012. He has shared as well in celebration of Independence Day stages with Jason Isbell and Boz Skaggs, and to endorse good tunes. “I am a big supand he even toured internationally with Norah porter of the craft-beer movement and, in Jones. His latest release, “Old Believers,” particular, the local NC movement,” Melwas recorded at Welcome to 1979, an all- lon describes. “I have always enjoyed what analog studio in Nashville. Chisel worked with Natty Greene’s has been doing to help push producer and musician Brendan Benson (The NC craft beer to the next level. [Plus], the Raconteurs). brewery is hugely supportive of music.”

Presented by Wilmington Unplugged, Cory encore caught up with Chisel to learn a litChisel and the Wandering Sons will perform tle more about his influences and inspiration. dO YOur JOB at Soapbox Laundro-Lounge on Friday, Julyin 5th along with local acts Onward, Soldiers and suppOrTing Ourencore (e): You’ve said money is not why Barnraisers. “Cory absolutely amazed me at you are here creating music. How does living lOCal musiCians his performance at last year’s Lighthouse Beer the life of an artist, a true storyteller through Festival,” Billy Mellon, the founder of Wilming- song, satisfy you emotionally and creatively? ton Unplugged, tells. “We share a few friends Cory Chisel (CC): How it satisfies I’m not in the music business, and we got to hang a completely sure... But it offers a type of exerlittle after the festival and get to know one an- cising for the subconscious. It brings meanother. He is a great guy with a lot of talent but ing and clarity that I’ve searched for in many less constructive practices. It’s a way to stay very humble and easy to talk to.”

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OLD-SCHOOL SOUL: Cory Chisel cites Hemingway and Joyce as literary influences who spurred a love for writing in the musician. Courtesy photo

on the higher plane and not fall off the edge. e: I think the character development in your songs is interesting. Are you influenced by certain literary artists? Why do you think it’s important to bring your characters through an evolution?

CC: Well, there’s Hemingway and Kerouac, Joyce, and Fitzgerald. And we’re all just small shadows against their mountain. I think it’s important to bring characters out so we can see ourselves, so we can scream at ourselves like we are actors in a movie. You know just what a person should do when you observe them objectively through a song. Helps you find common humanity. When Johnny said he shot a man in Reno, I can find the part of myself that did that. e: You seem to be inspired by the woods— what is so intriguing to you about nature?

CC: Any type of savage beauty inspires me.

Nature has beautiful lines it draws. I think when you call out the tall pines in a song you not only see them but you smell them, and you feel their safety—and are a little excited by any secrets they may conceal.

e: Tell me about your experience recording “Old Believers.” What was it like being in the vintage space, and what did you enjoy about recording on tape?

CC: Well without sounding obvious, it’s pretty old-school in the best way. Mistakes are kept and accepted as a great part of a song.

Record on tape and [expose] what you’re really made of, the good and the bad.

e: If you could collaborate on a track or album with anyone you haven’t worked with before, who would you choose?

CC: Easy... Tom Waits. I’d sing a nursery rhyme if he said I did it justice. Also Kris Kristofferson. No one finds the god-awful truth like them. Except Dylan... But let’s not be that fucking greedy.

5905#4 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington

One mile south of Monkey Junction across from Walgreens

910-794-9440

HIGHLIGHTS AND HAIRCUT SPECIAL Only $80 (reg. $95)

Excludes any other offer. Expires 7/31/2013 • Both services must be performed in the same visit.

A Grade "A" Salon • 100% Sanitation Score

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BLACKBOARD SPECIALS 100 S. Front St. DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON 251-1832 Monday S.I.N Night $2 Domestics $3 All Draft Selections $4 Flavored Bombs ½-price Apps 6pm-til close NC Tuesday $3 NC Draft Beer (Natty Green, Sweet Josie, Highland Gaelic) $5 Jameson, 75¢ Wings Wednesday $2.50 Miller Lite, $4 Wells ½ off All bottles of wine Thirsty Thursday $2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Adams Seasonal & Harpoon IPA Pints $5 Redbull Vodka 50¢ Steamed Oysters and Shrimp Friday $2.75 Bud Light $3.25 Stella, $4 Fireballs Saturday $2.75 Coors Light $3.25 Bud Light Lime $5 Jager Sunday $3 Coronas/Corona Lite $10 Domestic Buckets (5) $4 Mimosas, $4 Bloody Mary’s Live music in the courtyard Wednesday thru Sunday

soundboard

a preview of tunes all over town this week

Monday

$ 3 NC Pints 5 House Margaritas.

$

Tuesday

$

2 Select Domestic Bottles, $5 Slice & Pint Combo $ 5.00 LITs

Wednesday

2 Pint of the Day $ 4 House Wine by the Glass 1/2 price Manager Select Wine by the Bottle $ 50

Thursday

3 Select American Pints $ 3 Well Liquors

$

Friday

3 Import Pints $ 5 Select Martinis $

Saturday

2 /Pint, $10/Pitcher Haunted Pub Brew $ 5 Bombs

$ 50

Sunday

3 Select Import Bottles $ 4 Mimosas, $5 Bloody Marys, $ 2295 Large Cheese Pizza and any Pitcher Combo $

131 N Front St. • (910) 343-8881 www.fatpub.com

BEAtS, NOt BEANS: Reggae/ska/rock artist Mike Pinto will headline a show at Ziggy’s by the Sea on Friday, July 5th. He’ll be joined by openers Natural Vibrations and Three Legged Fox. Courtesy photo

Every Wednesday Bottomless Cheese and Chocolate

$20

per person

W h at e cou ld br ? bett e 885 Town Center Drive MAYFAIRE TOWN CENTER (910) 256-1187

MUSIC LINEUP July 6th

Millenia Funk July 13th

Painted Man July 20th

Seneca Guns July 26th

David Dixon Trio

WEDNESDAY, JuLY 3

town cosmonauts

KaraoKe w/ DJ a.m.P.

DJ shaft

DJ

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

—Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

—Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341

oPen mic with sean thomas GerarD

DJ Keybo

—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219

Piano with James haff (7-10Pm)

—Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

—SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401

—Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

KaraoKe

DJ lorD walrus

KaraoKe

—Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City, NC 328-4373

—Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776

machine Gun

miKe o’Donnell (10Pm-1am)

Jazz niGht with marc sieGel 6Pm-8Pm

KaraoKe (9Pm)

—Carolina Beach Boardwalk; 910-458-8434

—Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.; 762-4050

selah Dubb, siGnal fire, DJ natural nate (8Pm)

—Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.; 798-9464

—Atlanta Bread Company, 6886 Main St. (Mayfaire Wilmington, NC. (910) 509-2844

thurSDAY, JuLY 4

thirsty thursDay team trivia with sherri “so very” (7-9Pm)

—Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001

August 10th

oPen music Jam hosteD by shannon Gilmore & tommy Kaiser 7Pm

August 17th

—Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977

Machine Gun

Jack Jack 180 August 23rd

Bibis ellison Now serving brunch on Saturday & Sunday starting at 10 a.m.

890 Town Center Dr. Mayfaire Towne Center 910.256.6224

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KaraoKe (8Pm-1am) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

—Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

eric miller (Patio, 6-9Pm) —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.; 452-1212

Jahman brahman, treehouse

oPen mic niGht 8Pm

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

—Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

DJ

DJ mary

—Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499

—Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

KaraoKe with DJ brewtal

shaKeDown street with the Dub-

—Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341

Discotheque thurs. with DJ’s Dst anD matt evans

oPen mic —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

DJKahuna —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

—Whiskey Trail at the Creek, 4039 Masonboro Loo Rd.; 399-3266

—Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington

Dutch’s thursDay niGht trivia 7-9Pm

KaraoKe

—Frank’s Classic American Grill, 6309 Market St., 910-228-5952

—Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001

DJ Keybo —SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401

oPen mic 7-10Pm —Grinder’s Cafe, 5032 Wrightsville Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 859-8266

oPen mic niGht with Dennis brinson (8Pm)

trivia with steve (8:30Pm)

—Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

oPen mic

—The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607

BLACKBOARD SPECIALS

—Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City, NC 328-4373

Rockin’ TRivia wiTh PaRTy GRas DJ (9 P.m.)

—Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805

Visit www.ruckerjohns.com VISIT WWW.RUCKERJOHNS.COM FOR DAILY SPECIALS, MUSIC & EVENTS Monday

Jahman BRahman anD TReehouse

2 22MONDAY oz. Domestic Draft $ 5 Pizzas 22oz. Domestic Draft ALL DAY $5 Pizzas Tuesday Live Music in the Bar TUESDAY 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine $ LIVE JAzz INDreams THE BAR 5 Absolut $ 50 Half 2Price BottlesBottles of Wine Pacifico Absolut Dream $5 • Pacifico $250 Wednesday $ WEDNESDAY 4 Margaritas $ $ 50 4 Peach Miller Light PintsMargaritas 1 Coronoa/ $ 50 $ 50 1 Miller Lite Pints 2 Corona Lite Bottles $ 50 $ 2 Corona and Margaritas/Peach Margaritas 4 Corona Light Bottles THURSDAY Thursday $ $ Appletinis 4, RJ’s Painkiller All Red Wine Glasses 1/2 Price5 $ 50 $Red Stripe Bottles 2 5 Skinny Girl Margaritas $ 50 $ 50 2 Fat 2 Tire FatBottles Tire Bottles $ 2 22oz Domestic Draft FRIDAY $ Cosmos 4, 007 $350 Friday $ 4 Cosmopolitan Guinness Cans $3 $ 50 $ 3Island OO7Sunsets • $3 Guinness 5 Saturday SATURDAY $ 4 Baybreeze $4 Baybreeze/Seabreeze $ 4 Seabreeze 22oz.

Blue Moon Draft $3 $ 3 22oz Blue Moon Draft$ Select Domestic Bottles $ 2 Select Domestic Bottles2 SUNDAY Sunday $ Bloody$4Marys Domestic Bloody4,Marys $ 50 Pints $150 1 Domestic Pints $ Hurricanes 5 Find us on Twitter $

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

The PhanTom PlayBoys, maDD haTTeRs —Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878

Funk u oRchesTRa —Carolina Beach Boardwalk; 910-458-8434

JeFF siPe TRio —Bellamy Mansion; 503 Market St., 251-3700

sea Pans (sTeel DRums) —Holiday Inn Resort (Oceanfront Terrace), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231

millenia Funk’n —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040

Beach Billy BRoTheRs (8Pm-12am) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499

kaRaoke —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive; 256-2269

SiNGiNG tO GOdS: Drunken Prayer, an Americana/alt-rock act from Portland, Oregon, will perform at Satellite Bar and Lounge on Saturday, July 6th.

ToP 40 DJ

—Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

The honey chaseRs

763-7349

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

loosewheel BlueGRass Jam

velcRo

d

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

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

ken knox anD co. (8Pm) —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

DJ DsT anD sBz —Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington

shakeDown sTReeT wiTh DuBTown cosmonauTs

DJ keyBo

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

DJ TuRTle

The JeFF siPe TRio (Jazz, 6:30Pm) —Bellamy Mansion; 503 Market St., 251-3700

friday, July 5

mDJ

e),—Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499

house/Techno DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

DJ BaTTle op —Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109

mike PinTo, naTuRal viBRaTions, ThRee leGGeD Fox (8Pm) —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

BiBis ellison BanD —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

coRy chisel anD The wanDeRinG sons, onwaRD solDieRs, BaRnRaiseRs

—SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401 —Station 21, 21 N. Front St., Wilmington, NC

oPen music Jam hosTeD By shannon GilmoRe & Tommy kaiseR 7Pm

oveRTyme (eclecTic mix) —Holiday Inn Resort (Oceanfront Terrace), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231

cRissie mccRee wiTh nick simon, RaDio hayes oF GReasy GRanny BanD, PaRkeR smiTh anD The BanDwiTh —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091

cosmic GRoove lizaRDs

ameRican ameRicans, viRGin lunGs —Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878

sTeven comPTon —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666

DuBTown cosmonaTs —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040

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

TuckeR hill & FRienDs (7Pm)

DJ milk anD maTT evans

hosPiTal DancinG, one small sTeP FoR man, DayliGhT ciRcus

—Fermental, 7250-B Market St.; 821-0362

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

—Sputnik, 23 N. Front St.

RoB RonneR

kaRaoke w/ DJ a.m.P.

Jesse sTockTon

—Shell Island Resort, 2700 N. Lumina Ave., 256-8696

—Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400

—Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

kaRaoke

40 easT (moDeRn counTRy, PoP; 6Pm)

—Toolbox, 2325 Burnette Blvd.; 343-6988

—Mayfaire Music on the Town, Mayfaire Town Center

—SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

DJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872

kaRaoke wiTh mike noRRis —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204

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JeRemy noRRis Duo 9Pm-12am —Buffalo Wild Wings, 5533 Carolina Beach Rd., Monkey Junction; 392-7224

kim Dicso —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666

BooTleG DynasTy —Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141

cosmic GRoove lizaRDs

swiTch

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

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

Saturday, July 6

Revival (allman BRoTheRs TRiBuTe) —Downtown Sundown; riverfront downtown,

(910)-452-1212

—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219

—Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977

seneca Guns

@RuckerJohns 5564 Carolina Beach Road, 5564 Carolina Beach Road (910) 452-1212

kaRaoke (10Pm)

LIVE MUSIC

JULY

Sunday’s 4-8 p.m.

JULY 7

Back of the Boat Tour JULY 14

Machine Gun JULY 21

Manny Lloyd

JOIN US for an

All-Star Social!

Thurs 6/11

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

FREE Craft Beer Sampling Live Music Hors D’oeuvres

JULY 28

Overtyme 4 Marina Street Wrightsville Beach 256-8500

920 Town Center Dr. Mayfaire Town Center (910) 509-0805

—Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204

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BLACKBOARD SPECIALS

798-9464

—Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

DanieL parish Duo 9pM-12aM

sateLLite BLueGrass BanD

—Saltworks II, 4001 Wrightsville Ave.; 392-1241

—Buffalo Wild Wings, 5533 Carolina Beach Rd., Monkey Junction; 392-7224

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

MiLLenia Funk’n BanD (Funk, rock, Dance)

MoBiLity chieF

karaoke with Mike norris

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

—Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204

—Towne Tap & Grill, 890 Town Center Dr.; 256-6224

DruMs (3pM); tyLer perry’s chiLL Beat LaB (10pM)

karaoke with DJ party Gras (9pM)

DJ keyBo —SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401

DJ BattLe

Thursday

1423 S. 3rd St. • 763-1607

New Outdoor Patio Seating!

Open for Breakfast Daily at 5 am TUESDAY djBe KARAOKE & OPEN MIC 8:30 p.m.

1/2 off Wine Bottles & $4 Magner’s Irish Cider

WEDNESDAY

$4 20 oz. Guinness Pints

THURSDAY

TRIVIA w/Steve

$300 Bombs $3 NC Brew Bottles $4 Select Shooters $2 PBR Pub Cans

Friday $6 Margarita Pitchers $350 23oz. Pilsner Drafts

8:30 p.m. • Prizes!

2.50 Yuengling Drafts

Saturday

$

FRIDAY

LIVE IRISH MUSIC FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH

$2 Bud & Bud Lt. Bottles $3 Wells

SATURDAY

$

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

4 Bloody Mary’s and Mimosa’s

DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499

house/techno DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

DJ sir nick BLanD —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776

265 North Front St. (910) 763-0141

Oceanfront Patio 7-10 pm July 5th

rob ronner July 6th

jason hibler July 12th

gene gregory

TUESDAY Sweetwater $3.00 $ 4.50 Absolute lemonade 65¢ wings, 4-7 p. m.

WEDNESDAY 2.50 Yuengling Draft $ 2.50 Domestic Bottles 65¢ wings, 4-7 p. m. $

THURSDAY $ 3.00 Sweet Josie $ 4.00 Margaritas

July 13th

chris bellamy July 19th

john mielcarski

DRINK SPECIALS 2700 N. Lumina Ave. Wrightsville Beach, NC 910-256-8696 www.shellisland.com

FRIDAY 3 Pint of the Day

$

SATURDAY 5 Sangria & Mimosa’s

$

SUNDAY $ 5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosa’s *Drink specials run all day N. Water Street & Walnut Street Downtown Wilmington 910-762-4354

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—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666

Drunken prayer

the cut

DJBe extreMe karaoke (9pM)

—SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

—The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607

DJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872

DJ turtLe —Station 21, 21 N. Front St., Wilmington, NC

seconD thouGhts, sweetFeeD, DruG yacht

JaMes haFF (piano)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

—Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

haLey & caLeB

worLD tavern trivia hosteD By MuD

—Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040

—Buffalo Wild Wings, 5533 Carolina Beach Rd., Monkey Junction; 392-7224

spare chanGe (6-10pM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

karaoke with DaMon —Black Sheep Tavern, 21 N. Front St. (basement); 399-3056

DJ BattLe —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551

shake & shaG Beach Music with DJ Lee pearson

Back oF the Boat tour —Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.; 256-8500

DJ Dst anD Matt evans

siGnaL Fire, DaviD Dixon trio

karaoke w/ DJ DouBLe Down

—Sputnik, 23 N. Front St.

—Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040

—Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

irish Music JaM 2pM

kyLe LinDLey

—The Dubliner, 1756 Carolina Beach Road

—Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400

eLectric MonDays w/ pruitt & screwLoopz

DJkahuna

ten Foot poLecats, anDrew kane anD the aLiBis

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

karaoke

—Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878

—Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001

DaLLas perry

penGo with Beau Gunn

karaoke w/ JereMy norris

—Longstreet’s Irish Pub, 133 N. Front St.; 343-8881

—Carolina Ale House; 317-c College Rd., 791-9393

QuiLteD sky

—Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773

the FaMiLy

—Hurricane Alley’s, 5 Boardwalk Way, Carolina Beach, 707-0766

enD oF the Line (BLueGrass, 7-9pM) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

Ben Morrow

BoBa Funk (7pM)

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

crissie Mccree with nick siMon

—Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

Sunday, July 7

sunrise Detour

—Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805

MOnday, July 8

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

—SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

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

—Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776

—Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2251 MONDAY $ 2.50 Budweiser Draft $ 4 Wells 65¢ wings, 4-7 p. m.

Donna Merritt

—Circa 1922, 8 N. Front St.; 762-1922

piano

LIVE MUSIC

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

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

—Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH

FroM inDian Lakes

piano

—Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington

SUNDAY

Breakfast Buffet

—Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109

DJ MiLk anD sBz

djBe KARAOKE 9 p.m. $ 2 PBR Longnecks

BLACKBOARD SPECIALS

Guitarist Mark Lynch (10:30aM1:30pM)

Josh soLoMon Duo —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341

MuLtiMeDia open Mic (8pM)

Benny hiLL (Jazz, 6-9pM) —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.; 452-1212

wedneSday, July 10 piano with JaMes haFF (7-10pM) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

open Music JaM hosteD By shannon GiLMore & toMMy kaiser 7pM —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977

karaoke (9pM) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.; 762-4050

shakeDown street with the DuBtown cosMonauts —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

open Mic niGht 8pM —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

DJ Mary —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

karaoke (8pM-1aM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

open Mic with sean thoMas GerarD —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

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

shakeDown street, peopLes BLues oF richMonD

—Elijah’s, 2 Ann St.; 343-1448

tueSday, July 9

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

—Fermental, 7250-B Market St.; 821-0362

reGGae

DJBe extreMe open Mic/karaoke

DreaDBeat DaD & FrienDs (reGGae)

travis shaLLows (cLassic rock)

—Lazy Pirate Sports Bar and Grill, 701 N. Lake Park Blvd., Carolina Beach; 458-5414

—The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607

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

open Mic w/ John inGraM

karaoke with DJ BrewtaL

open eLectric JaM (6-10pM)

—Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341

reGGae Fest (4-10pM)

—Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

—Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977

—Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219

L shape Lot (3pM); cLay crotts (8pM)

karaoke

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

Jason hiBLer

cape Fear BLues JaM (eQuipMent proviDeD, Just BrinG instruMent; 8pM)

—Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001

—Holiday Inn Resort (Oceanfront Terrace), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231

—Shell Island Resort, 2700 N. Lumina Ave., 256-8696

the Beach BiLLy Brothers —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133

roB ronner (9pM-12aM) —Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.;

—Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888

Benny hiLL Jazz JaM —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888

karaoke w/ DJ DouBLe Down

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

coLLeGe niGht karaoke —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666

trouBLe no More (7-10pM)

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one Foxy nut (10pM-1aM) —Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.; 798-9464

All entertainment must be sent to music@encorepub.com by Wednesday for consideration in the weekly entertainment calendar. Venues are responsible for notifying encore of any changes, removals or additions to their weekly schedules.

ShowStoppers:

BLACKBOARD SPECIALS

Concerts outside of Southeastern NC Pub & Grille

Wrightsville Beach

Wednesdays

$3 Micros ∙1/2 Price Wine $3 Fireball ∙ $4 Tang Shot

Thursdays KARAOKE

$2 Red Stripe ∙ $4 Margaritas $4 Pineapple Bomb ∙ $4 Captain

Fridays

$2 Bud Ligh & Mich Ultra $5 Martinis • $4 Well Vodka

Saturdays

MOORE COUNTRY: Kip Moore, known for popular country tracks such as ‘Somethin’ ‘Bout a Truck’ and ‘Hey Pretty Girl,’ will perform at House of Blues in Myrtle Beach on Friday, July 5th. Courtesy photo

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. Cabarrus strEEt, ralEigh, nC (919) 821-4111 7/5: Lustre, Jack the Radio, Old Quarter 7/6: Manumit, You Ma, Kah 7/9: Streetlight Manifesto, Rodeo Ruby Love THE ORANGE PEEL 101 biltmorE avEnuE, ashEvillE, nC (828) 225-5851 7/5: Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Empire Strikes Brass HOUSE OF BLUES 4640 hwy. 17 south, myrtlE bEaCh, sC (843) 272-3000 7/3: Mac Miller 7/5: Kip Moore, A Thousand Horses 7/6: Corey Smith, Gabriel Kelley 7/7: B.B. King 7/9: Relient K, The Almost, The Rocketboys

THE ARTS CENTER 300-g E. main st., Carrboro, nC (919) 969-8574 6/27: Mike Compton & Joe Newberry NORTH CHARLESTON COLISEUM 5001 ColisEum dr., n. CharlEston, sC (843) 529-5000 7/3: Cyndi Lauper RED HAT AMPHITHEATRE 500 s. mCdowEll st., ralEigh, nC (919) 996-8800 7/3: 3 Doors Down, Daughtry 7/5: Tyrese, Ginuwine, Tank, Fantasia VERIZON WIRELESS AMPHITHEATRE 707 Pavilion blvd, CharlottE, nC (704) 549-1292 7/9: Big Time Rush, Victoria Justice

AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 south tryon strEEt, CharlottE, nC (704) 377-6874 7/3: Trapt, Candlelight Red, Era 9, Super Bob 7/5: Michael Tracy, Fiftywatt Freight Train

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by Anghus This is the End

What Maisie Knew, Becoming Traviata

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off each other for two hours, I would have gone to a park after midnight. That’s pretty much how I felt after watching the new comedy, “This is the End,” a well-intentioned selfreferential circle-jerk featuring a slew of familiar faces. This movie represents a tired shtick that has not only worn out its welcome but has holed up in the attic and refuses to leave. This is a limp, flaccid comedy, with only a handful of funny moments. Generally, “This is the End” is the product of a team of actors and creative types who are so far up their own asses they can perform their own colonoscopies.

Many of the Judd Apatow comedies have become such a chore to sit through. It’s been nearly 10 years since “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” a film I really liked. Since, Apatow has unleashed a slew of comedies featuring a stable of actors—some good, some awful. For every soaring hit like “Anchorman,” there’s a fiery crash like “Your Highness.” Then, we get a diamond like “Bridesmaids” and end up with a chunk of coal like “Pineapple Express.”

It’s been a decade since Apatow helped introduce us to a gaggle of funny comedic actors like Seth Rogen, James Franco, Jay Baruchel and Jonah Hill. Actors who have earned their success with a number of quality films. They have bankrolled so much goodwill, and with it they fart out this wet-mess of a movie.

The set-up has promise. The actors are playing themselves. Jay Baruchel (“She’s Out of My League”) shows up in Hollywood to hang out with his best friend, Seth Rogen.

They get high and play video games as they try to reconnect after a year of not seeing one another. Seth decides to bring Jay to a house party thrown by James Franco. Unfortunately, Jay isn’t a fan of Franco and the other Hollywood cronies with whom Rogen associates. This is supposed to be the foundation for character development. It’s as excruciating and painful as it sounds.

Every 15 minutes or so, the film has to pause to address the rapidly deteriorating friendship between Baruchel and Rogen. That may have mattered if anyone in the film was likable. Since most of the actors are playing hamfisted versions of their already hammy selves, the attempts at actual relationship-building feel as heartwarming as a glory-hole hand-job.

The actual device moving things forward in “This is the End” is the apocalypse. It seems

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DISAPPOINTING SHTICK: The clique of characters in ‘This is the End’ leaves the audience feeling left out.

the end of times has arrived and hasn’t been very kind to the residents of southern California; the Hollywood Hills are ablaze. The righteous are being taken heaven. The heathens are left behind to piss themselves and try to figure a way out.

The premise itself is so much more clever than the execution. The idea of the rapture unfolding in Hollywood, and every narcissistic, self-absorbed asshole being left behind is fantastic. But the film never goes anywhere unexpected. It’s the typical potboiler trope. Trap a bunch of people in an enclosed setting, turn up the stress level, and watch them go to hell.

Literally. The added bonus of seeing this predictable scenario played out by recognizable actors does nothing to improve the sulfur emitting from this motion picture.

It may have been funny if the stars of the film displayed any real ability to laugh at themselves or play against type. Rogen is the stoner. Franco is an intellectual poser. Danny McBride swings his dick around—the human equivalent of aluminum foil to teeth. There’s no new territory being trafficked here. It’s the same tired shtick: Weed joke, sex joke, weed joke, dick joke. The person who finds this stuff endlessly hysterical will be in for a treat. For me, it was another hour and 47 minutes of the same joke that Apatow’s crew has been schilling for far too long.

“This is the End” reminded me a lot of Kevin Smith’s “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” or the awful Adam Sandler shit pile, “Little Nicky.” Such movies that corralled all the various characters from previous films into a wild

and wacky adventure. So many jokes rely on the audience members knowing who these characters are. The set-ups for the joke require them to have seen three or four previous films.

“This is the End” has the same vibe. It’s meta to a fault. There are references to films so few people have seen that even using it as a set-up to a joke feels like the product of someone detached from reality.

“This is the End” does look like it was really fun to make: Get all your actor friends together to make a movie. Invite all your celebrity friends over to make cameos. Everybody seems to be having a great time. None of that fun translates to the audience. It’s like a really long in-joke we don’t have the benefit of being in on.

I can forgive so much in a movie. I can forgive hubris and stupidity—as long as it’s entertaining. “This is the End” just doesn’t work. It’s a bad attempt at comedy from guys who have been banging the drum so hard that all I want to do is cover my ears. Really disappointing.

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A modern, minimalist, post-punk approach strips away the opulence and grandiosity associated with operatic productions. Concentrating on director Jean-François Sivadier’s working relationship with Dessay, the film reveals how two great creative minds build the story of a doomed love affair.

The stars rehearse in what look like yoga outfits, on a bare stage, with minimal props. Their passion, however, is for the ages. Music performed by the London Symphony Orchestra, conducted

by Louis Langrée. This film is a real treat for opera lovers, documentary lovers, and fans of the arts.

(Unrated. 1 hr, 52 mins) All area movie listings and paragraph synopses can be found at encorepub.com.

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Find it in the premier dining guide for the Port City AMERICAN BLUEWATER Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their awardwinning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sun. during the summer months. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256.8500.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach FEATURING: Waterfront dining MUSIC: Music every Sunday in Summer WEBSITE: www.bluewaterdining.com

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 LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch - WednesdayFriday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dinner, Monday-Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List

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BUFFALO WILD WINGS

If you’re looking for good food and an atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place! Award winning wings and 20 signature sauces and seasonings. Plus…salads, wraps, flatbreads, burgers, and more. Tons of Big screen TVs and all your favorite sports. We have daily drink specials, a HUGE draft selection, and Free Trivia all day every day. Come in for our Weekday Lunch Specials, only $5.99 from 11am-2pm. Visit us for Wing Tuesdays with 50 cent wings all day long, or Boneless Thursdays with 60 cent boneless wings all day long. Buffalo Wild Wings is a great place to dine in or take out.

SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: 2 locations-Midtown (910-798-9464) and Monkey Junction (910-392-7224) MUSIC: Live music Friday and Saturday in the Summer WEBSITE: www.buffalowildwings.com

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 drink 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.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Masonboro Loop FEATURING: The Best Reuben in Town!, $5.99 lunch specials, Outdoor Patio WEBSITE: www.halligansnc.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 its going to be

packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events. Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant.com for details. 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.

MUSIC: Live Music beginning at 5:30 p.m.

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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.

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat..

NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach FEATURING: Waterfront dining WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com

K’s Cafe

Visit us in our new location on the corner of Eastwood and Racine - 420 Eastwood Rd, Unit 109. “Where the people make the place” If you’re looking for a warm and friendly atmosphere with awesome home-cooked, freshly prepared meals, you can’t beat K’s Cafe. K’s Cafe is the best deal in Wilmington. They offer chargrilled burgers, including their most popular Hot Hamburger Platter smothered in gravy! They also offer great choices such as fresh chicken salad, soups, and even a delicious Monte Cristo served on French toast bread. K’s also offers soup, sandwich and salad combos and a great variety of homemade desserts. On Sundays they offer a great brunch menu. A variety of choices will be on the menu such as Eggs Benedict. Visa and Mastercard accepted. Give K’s Cafe a try...you won’t be sorry. 420 Eastwood Rd., Unit 109, 791-6995. Find us on Facebook.

SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: 7 DAYS A WEEK. Monday - Friday. 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. And Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Serving several pita options, as well as new lighter selections!

WEBSITE: www.ks-cafe.net

THE LITTLE DIPPER

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington.

138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; seasonal hours, Memorial Day-Labor Day open 7 days a week.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown FEATURING: “Date Night” menu every Tues.; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; 25% off a’ la cart menu on Fri. from 5-7 p.m. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. MUSIC: Mon., Fri. & Sat. in summer from 5-7 p.m.

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SHELL ISLAND RESTAURANT

We invite you to experience dining in Wrightsville Beach’s—Shell Island Restaurant located inside the Shell Island Resort. The breathtaking panoramic ocean views are complemented with menu items that will invigorate your appetite. Whether you are in search of breakfast, lunch or dinner, our specialized menus feature the freshest ingredients prepared and presented by our dedicated service staff. Here is a reason to visit everyday—Weekday drink specials are offered both at the inside lounge or the poolside bar.

If a refreshing beverage is what you desire, the only question is: Inside or out? So try Shell Island Restaurant for fun in the sun and a view second to none.

-You can observe the true island scene and absorb the true island dining experience. 2700 N Lumina Ave, r Wrightsville Bch, NC 28480. (910) 256-8696 f BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Daily. e NEIGHBORHOODS: Wrightsville Beach FEATURING: Waterfront Dining MUSIC: Live music Friday & Saturday 7 – 10 p.m.

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PINE VALLEY MARKET

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher.

Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding -their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can denjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and ccozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingresdients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly aCheesesteak 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 takehome 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: e Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. e Closed Sun. t NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South rFEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals rWEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com s o TROLLY STOP h Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a family owned franchise with nsix locations. Since 1976 they specialize in storelmade chili, slaw and sauces, and as of more recent -– a variety of gourmet sausages and burgers (at pardticipating locations). The types of hot dogs include Beef & Pork, All Beef, Smoked Sausage, Fat-free Turkey (at participating locations), and Soy. Sausages include Bratwurst, Mild Italian, Spicy Beef and Polish Kielbasi. Locations are: 121 N. Front Street open Monday & Tuesday 11am-9pm; Weds, Thurs, Fri, & Sat 11am-3am; (910).251.7799. 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach open Sunday - Wednesday 11 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 3:00

a.m. 4502 Fountain Drive, (910) 452-3952. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Sunday; South Howe St. in Southport, open Tuesday thru Fri. 11 until 3, Sat. 11 until 4 CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS (910) 457-7017. Catering cart available all year from $350.

Call Steve at (910) 520-5994.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER NEIGHBORHOOD: Throughout the Port City FEATURING: Dog friendly locations

at Wrightsville Beach and Downtown Wilmington. Buy a hot dog, we’ll throw in an extra for your pooch. (Without bun.)

WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

ASIAN BIG THAI II

From the minute you walk through the door to the wonderful selection of authentic Thai cuisine, Big Thai II offers you a tranquil and charming atmosphere perfect start to a memorable dinner. For the lunchtime crowd, the luncheon specials provide a great opportunity to get away. The menu is filled with carefully prepared dishes such as Pad Thai (Chicken, Beef, Pork or Tofu pan-fried rice noodles with eggs, peanuts, bean sprouts, carrots, and chives in a sweet and savory sauce) and Masaman Curry (The mildest of all curries, this peanut base curry is creamy and delicious with potatoes, cashew nuts and creamy avocado). But you shouldn’t rush into a main entrée right away! You will be missing out on a deliciously appetizing Thai favorite, Nam Sod (Ground Pork blended with fresh chili, green onion, ginger and peanuts). And be sure to save room for a piece of their fabulous Coconut Cake! A trip to Big Thai II is an experience that you’ll never forget. If the fast and friendly service doesn’t keep you coming back, the great food will! 1319 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-6588 Serving Lunch: Mon-Fri 11 a.m. -.2:30 p.m.

Serving Dinner: Mon-Thur 5 p.m. -.9:30 p.m.; Friday 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday 4 p.m. -.10 p.m.; Sunday 4 p.m. -.9:30 p.m.

Neighboorhood: Mayfaire Featuring: Authentic Thai Cuisine Website: www.bigthainc.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

HIRO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

What better way to celebrate a special occasion or liven up a dinner out than to dine in a place where every meal is an exciting presentation. Knowing that a meal should be more than just great food, Hiro adds a taste of theatre and a amazing atmosphere to everyone’s dinning experience. Also serving sushi, Hiro surprises its guests with a new special roll every week and nightly drink specials to complement it. From 4-7 p.m. enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6 p.m., where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570.

SERVING DINNER: Open Mon. thru Thursday 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. 4 p.m.-10:30 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Hibachi style dining.

WEBSITE: hirojapanesesteakhouse.com/hibachi

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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.

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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

SUNNY SUSHI & LOUNGE

Delight in a delectable range of “gateway” sushi and contemporary takes on classic Japanese cuisine in a hip and simple setting. Our fusion sushi makes use of unique ingredients such as seared steak and blue crab, offering downtown Wilmington a fresh and modern taste. Offering over 85 different sushi rolls, many are titled in quintessential Carolina names, such as the Dawson’s Creek, the Hampstead Crunch, and the Queen Azalea. We focus on fresh, organic ingredients, and seek to satisfy guests with dietary restrictions—we have many vegetarian options, for instance. Our selections feature exotic ingredients such as eel and octopus, while we even offer rolls using sweet potatoes or asparagus. Dine with us and discover the tantalizing flavors you’ve been missing. 141 N. Front St.; (910) 833-7272 SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch: 11:30 am to 2:30 p.m. daily. Dinner: Mon-Thurs: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 5 p.m.-11 p.m.; Sun: 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown FEATURING: Sunny Maki Combo Specials: 3 sushi rolls for $10.95 every day before 7 p.m.

Tamashii Sushi and Spoons

The area’s first sustainably-sourced Sushi and Asian Fusion restaurant features sushi and tasting spoons which offer portions of poke, tartare, and ceviche styles from around the world. Our chef uses locally sourced and linecaught offerings of only the highest quality to create a fresh flavor like no other. Come sample his traditional sushi, as well as signature fusion rolls like the Aloha Roll, made with tempura shrimp, toasted coconut, crispy bacon, charred pineapple and macadamia nut brittle. Our contemporary atmosphere also showcases dishes from our full kitchen such as Miso-Mustard Sterling Silver Pork and small plate offerings. Try a Wasabi or Thai Basil martini or a wine, craft beer, or sake from our unique fullbar list. Tuesdays you can get a half-carafe for the price of a glass! We are located at 4039 Masonboro Loop Road, suite 1A at the junction of Navajo Road in Masonboro Commons. Open from 4:30 to 10:00 Monday through Thursday, and until 11:00 on Friday and Saturday. Just drop in or call 910-703-SAKE for a reservation.

Every Tuesday, all night, ladies night. $5 Appetizer Specials, $7 Drink Specials, $2 Spoons.

SERVING DINNER: Mon.-Th.: 4:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat: 4:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South FEATURING: “Green Fish” sustainable menu plus a $5 bar menu Monday - Friday 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

WEBSITE: www.sushiandspoons.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: Wilmington South WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com

CAJUN BOURBON ST

At Bourbon St., the food, style and atmosphere are New Orleans-bred but Carolina-refined. It features the unique decoration of a typical New Orleans bar, as it seems to have been extracted from the heart of the French Quarter. The classic French style and the laid-back American culture come together to offer us a unique place where joy can be inhaled at every breath. The authentic Southern decorations in Bourbon St. were carefully selected at antique houses, garage sales and thrift shops found in the streets of the Big Easy. It enables us to offer you the true experience of being in the heart of the French Quarter: Bourbon St. It’s the best place to enjoy with friends, with the rhythm of live music, the classic taste of typical Cajun food, and the best beers available in our market.

35 N. Front St.; (910) 762-4050.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown FEATURING: Authentic Creole Cajun cuisine, live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday with no cover. Try our famous charbroiled oysters.

INDIAN TANDOORI BITES

Located on College Road, just opposite Hugh MacRae Park, Tandoori Bites offers fine Indian cuisine at affordable prices. Try one of 74 dishes on their lengthy menu, featuring a large range of side dishes and breads. They have specialties, such as lamb korma with nuts, spices and herbs in a mild creamy sauce, as well as seafood, like shrimp biryani with saffron-flavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts. They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger.

Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Fri 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-11 p.m.; Sat 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-11 p.m.; Sun 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown.

FEATURING: Lunch buffet, which now serves South Indian cuisine.

WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net.

IRISH THE HARP

Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open at 5 a.m. 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

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for djBe Open Mic & Karaoke - Irish songs available! - 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and half-price wine bottles all day Tuesdays; Harp University Trivia with Professor Steve Thursdays 7:30 p.m.; djBe karaoke and dancing 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Saturdays and live music Wednesday and 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: Open at 5 a.m. 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.

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.

MUSIC Live music Wednesdays and Fridays call 910-763-1607 for schedule; djBe open mic and karaoke Tuesdays 8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m, and djBe karaoke and dancing Saturdays 9 p.m - 1:30 a.m.

WEBSITE www.harpwilmington.com

ITALIAN A TASTE OF ITALY

The authentic Italian cuisine served at Taste of Italy has scored them Best Deli in the Port City for years running now. The Guarino family recipes have been passed down from generation to generation to brothers Tommy and Chris, who serve breakfast, lunch and dinner to hungry diners. They also cater all events, from holiday parties to corporate lunches, including hot meals, cold trays, handmade desserts and an array of platters, from antipasto to cold cuts. In addition, Taste of Italy sells Scalfani products, Sabrett hot dogs and Polly-O cheeses in their market, all the while serving top-notch hot and cold items from their delicatessen. Located at 1101 South College Rd., P. 910-392-7529, F. 910-392-9745 www.ncatasteofitaly.com Open M-F 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

SERVING LUNCH, DINNER: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Ponatone, Pandora, Torrone and gift baskets of all sizes!

WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com

EDDIE ROMANELLI’S

is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years. Its diverse menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, made-from-scratch pizzas.

Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16 oz. Marinated Rib Eye Steak.

Romanelli’s offers patio dining and flat screen TVs in its bar area. Dine in or take out, Romanelli’s is always a crowd favorite. Large parties welcome. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. (910) 383.1885.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.- Thurs. 11 a.m.

– 10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South.

FEATURING: Weekly Specials WEBSITE: www.RomanellisRestaurant.com.

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

A Wilmington favorite since 1987! At Elizabeth’s you’ll find authentic Italian cuisine, as well as some of your American favorites. Offering delicious pizza, salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts, beer, and wine. Elizabeth’s is known for their fresh ingredients, where even the bread is baked fresh daily. A great place for lunch, dinner, a late night meal, or take out.

Elizabeth’s can also cater your event and now has a party room available. Visit us 4304 ½ Market St or call 910-251-1005 for take out.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 10am-Midnight every day

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NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown (Corner of Market St and Kerr Avenue).

WEBSITE: www.epwilmington.com FEATURING: Daily specials, kids menu and online coupons.

Fat Tony’s Italian Pub

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Penne alla Vodka, Beef Lasagna, and mix-andmatch pasta dishes (including a gluten-free penne), Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Add in homemade, hand-tossed, New York style pizzas, 8oz Angus burgers, and deliciously plump chicken wings, and you’ve got a game day in heaven. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of small-brewery beers included in their 25-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have over forty bottled beers, great wines, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s has two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, efficient service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. It’s all good.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Thurs. 11:00 am - Midnight; Fri. & Sat. 11:00am - 2:00am. Sun. 12:00pm - Midnight NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

Pizzetta’s Pizzeria

Family-owned and operated by Sicilian cousins Sal and Vito, Pizzetta’s Pizzeria has become Wilmington’s favorite place for homey, authentic Italian fare served with precision and flavor like none other. Made daily from family recipes, folks will enjoy hand-tossed pizzas——gourmet to traditional——specialty heroes and pastas, homemade soups and desserts, and even daily blackboard specials. Something remains tempting for every palate, whether craving one of their many pies or a heaping of eggplant parm, strombolis and calzones, or the famed Casa Mia (penne with sautéed mushrooms, ham, peas in a famous meat sauce with cream). Just save room for their buttery, melt-in-your-mouth garlic knots! Ending the meal with their pastry chef’s carefully crafted cannolis, Tiramisu or gourmet cheesecake, alongside a cup of freshly made espresso or cappuccino, literally makes a perfect end to one unforgett able and desirable meal. Located in Anderson Square at 4107 Oleander Dr., Unit F, Wilmington (910-799-4300) or Pizzetta’s II, Leland, 1144 E. Cutler Crossing, St., Ste 105, in Brunswick Forest.

SERVING LUNCH, DINNER: ILM location: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m., and Sun., noon. • Leland location: Mon.Wed., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m. -11 p.m.; Sun., noon - 9:30 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown Wilmington and coming soon, Brunswick Forest in Leland FEATURING: Homemade pizzas, pastas, soups and desserts, all made from family recipes!

WEBSITE: www.pizzettas.net

SIENNA TRATTORIA

Enjoy authentic Italian food in a beautiful, warm, casual setting. Whether dining indoors or in our courtyard, Siena is the perfect neighborhood trattoria for the entire family to enjoy. From our delicious brick oven pizza to elegantly prepared meat, seafood, and pasta specials, you will find a level of cuisine that will please the most demanding palate, prepared from the finest and freshest ingredients.

SERVING DINNER: at 4 p.m. Daily.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South. 3315 Masonboro Loop Road, 910-794-3002 FEATURING: Family style dinners on Sundays WEBSITE: www.sienawilmington.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 122 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and our newest location in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

JAMAICAN JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

Tucked in the corner of University Landing, a block from UNCW is the hidden gem of Wilmington’s international cuisine scene - Jamaica’s Comfort Zone.

This family owned restaurant provides a relaxing blend of Caribbean delights – along with reggae music – served up with irrepressible smiles for miles. From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, jerk and curry chicken, to our specialty 4-course meals ($12.00).

Cook Dana Keels, from Clarendon prepares flavors to please every palate.

SERVING LUNCH, DINNER: Tuesday - Saturday 11:45am - 9:00pm and Sunday 1:30pm - 8:00pm Sunday. Monday - Closed NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road, Wilmington FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

LATIN AMERICAN SAN JUAN CAFE

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

ORGANIC LOVEY’S MARKET

Lovey’s Market 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 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 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: Midtown FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, New Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes. Newly expanded.

WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

TIDAL CREEK CO-OP KITCHEN

Come dine-in or take-out from the newly renovated Coop Kitchen at Tidal Creek Cooperative Food Market. You can fill your plate or box with hot bar and salad bar items that are prepared fresh daily in our kitchen. Made-toorder sandwiches, like the Tempeh Reuben, are served hot off the Panini grill. The Co-op Café offers organic smoothies and fresh juices; local wheatgrass shots; fair trade organic coffee, lattes, and chai tea; and our newest addition of Lenny Boy kombucha tea on tap. Don’t forget our baked-from-scratch baked goods! The Co-op Kitchen provides menu items that appeal to everyone, regardless of dietary demands.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Fri. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

WEEKEND BRUNCH: Sat & Sun, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SALAD BAR: Mon. - Sun, 9 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

SANDWICHES: Mon. - Sun, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

BAKERY & CAFE: Mon. - Sun, 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: indoor/outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi WEBSITE: www.tidalcreek.coop

SEAFOOD DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR

Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “BohemianChic” 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

EAST

The Blockade Runner offers an array of seasonal seafood specials, certified Angus beef, lobster menu on Fri. evening plus a spectacular Sun. brunch. Romantic al fresco dining is available on our dinner deck located in the center of a lush garden overlooking the ocean far away from the traffic and noise. Our lounge is ecofriendly and offers light fare nightly. 275 Waynick Blvd.

Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2251.

SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach.

FEATURING: Lobster menu on Fri. MUSIC: Live music on Sat. evening and Sun.brunch.

WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

HIERONYMUS

Hieronymus Seafood is the midtown stop for seafood lovers. In business for over 30 years, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by constantly providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in local seafood. It’s the place to be if you are seeking top quality attributes in atmosphere, presentations, flavor and ingenuity. Signature dishes include Oysteronymus and daily fresh catch specials. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering services.

Voted “Best Seafood” in 2011. 5035 Market Street; 910-392-6313; hieronymusseafood.com SERVING LUNCH & DINNER NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Fireside oyster bar.

WEBSITE: www.hieronymusseafood.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 wedding receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. Family-style to go menu available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach FEATURING: Dining on the Crystal Pier.

WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster BaR

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar is thrilled to now serve customers in its new location at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622).

It’s 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 a check out Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time! The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd.; (910) 458-7380.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sat 11am-2am; Sun noon-2am NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown FEATURING: Daily lunch specials, join the mailing list online WEBSITE: www.pleasureislandoysterbar.com

SMALL PLATES The Fortunate Glass

The Fortunate Glass Wine Bar is the perfect place to explore the beauty of wine while tasting a variety of tapas in an intimate environment. The wine menu focuses on wines from all regions, with 50 wines by the glass and approximately 350 wines available by the bottle, including some of the best boutique and cult wines, to everyday values that work with any budget. There are over 30 beers available featuring some of the best craft selections. The serene ambiance of The Fortunate Glass, created by the beautiful wall murals, the elegant copper and glass tile bar, castle-rocked walls and intimate booths enhances the experience of any selection you choose. The Fortunate Glass Wine Bar also presents a small menu of creative tapas, global cheeses, cured meats and decadent desserts to accompany and compliment any wine selection.

SERVING EVENINGS: Tues.-Thurs. 4 p.m.-12 a.m. Fri. 4 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat. 2 p.m.-2.a.m.; Sun. 2 p.m.-12 a.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown FEATURING: Free Wine Tasting: Tues. 6-8pm. Bubble and wine specials: Wed. & Thurs. Monthly food & wine pairing events.

WEBSITE www.fortunateglasswinebar.com

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.

SPORTS BAR CAROLINA ALE HOUSE

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

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

(910) 791.9393.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD

SOUTHERN

projector TVs in Wilmington.

WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

CASEY’S BUFFET

FOX & HOUND PUB & GRILLE

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

Serving up the best bar food for any local sports fan, Fox & Hound has appetites covered. Located next to Mayfaire Cinema 16, it’s no question that Fox is a great place to go on date night, or to watch the big game on one of the restaurant’s six large projection screens and 19 plasma televisions.

Guests can also play pool, darts or video games in this casual-theme restaurant. For starters, Fox of-

fers delicious appetizers like ultimate nachos, giant Bavarian pretzels and spinach artichoke dip. In the mood for something more? Try the hand-battered Newcastle fish ‘n’ chips or chicken tenders. From cheeseburgers and sirloins to salads and wood oven-inspired pizzas, Fox has plenty to choose from for lunch or dinner. Finish the meal with a 6-inch Great Cookie Blitz, a chocolate chip cookie baked fresh to order and served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and Hershey’s syrup. 920 Town Center Drive, (910) 509-0805.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 11am– 2am, daily NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: $5.99 lunch specials and free pool until 2p.m. Monday through Friday MUSIC: Trivia with Party Gras Entertainment DJ every Thursday at 9pm WEBSITE: www.foxandhound.com

HELL’S KITCHEN

This is downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub! With every major sporting package on ten HDTVs and our huge HD projection screen, there is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style Reuben, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, pool, and did we mention sports? Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties.

(910) 763-4133.

SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown FEATURING: 1/2 priced select appetizers Mon-

day - Thursday 4-7 p.m.

WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

An Epicurean Emporium Devoted to Taste!

Dubbed "the best food in Wilmington,"Taste the Olive Gourmet Shop welcomes its sister restaurant to the Forum! Now offering:

Open Mon.-Tues. lunch, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. coffee, cheese and dessert bar 'til 6 p.m.

Wed-Thurs, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m.- midnight • Saturday, 10 a.m.- midnight Sunday, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. brunch 'til 2 p.m.

1125-E Military Cutoff Road 910-679-4772

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hot dogs, s’mores, beer, camaraderie and kayaking. Deena Craig of NC Eco Odysseys will take a group of adventurists out to Black River on Saturday, July 6th, for the quintessential summertime excursion.

Everyone will gather at the Ivanhoe Boat Ramp in Ivanhoe, NC, at 2 p.m. for a guided tour down the scenic river in Sampson County. The tour will transition onto the Cape Fear River just around 14 miles south of Wilmington.

The river adventure is approximately 7.6 miles, but after 3 miles, paddlers will pull over to set up camp and enjoy a bonfire with traditional American food and drink.

The next morning everyone will be treated to breakfast (bacon, French toast, orange juice, and most importantly, coffee) before paddling the remainder of the distance.

“The Black River is a beautiful paddle, ranked as one of our most pristine rivers,” Craig says.

“The water is constantly replenished by underground aquifers. Gorgeous cypress trees line the river banks, creating the black colour of the water. We should see some wildlife on the river

as well. The best part is the friends you make on these adventures.”

Driven by her love of travel, dining and eventplanning, Craig started Eco Odysseys last fall after planning it for over eight years. A medical director and PA for a rural health clinic in Holly Ridge, she started the business more as a hobby. Now it’s evolved into her retirement plan. To date, Craig has 18 events planned, five of which have taken place already. She has done a hotair balloon ride, winery tours and many kayaking adventures. In May, she hosted a luau on Masonboro Island with hula and fire dancers.

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Canapé,” she says. “The dolphins even put on a show for our waterside festivities!”

Using her organizational skills from founding other meet-up groups, such as Wilmington Singles on the Go and Wilmington Dining Adventurists, Eco Odysseys already had the framework for development. Also a foodie, Craig decided pairing food with outdoor activities would be perfect. She strengthened the concept by connecting with local businesses for all aspects of her events, including lodging, transportation, catering and entertainment.

“Canapé currently prepares the food for the majority of our events,” she says. “Good Vibes Brewing and Fortunate Glass have supplied the brew on recent occasions. For the July event, I’ll be selecting craft beer from Fermental. My aim is to find a mix of American brews from different regions, in keeping with our theme.”

Craig’s brother, Kerry, helps out, along with Scott Schmolesky, both from Expedition Organization. They act as kayak guides and outfitters. Kerry, a musician and lead vocalist for The Fury, will be providing camp-fire entertainment for the July 6th excursion, too. Experience in kayaking isn’t required for the paddle; Craig and the Expedition

Organization partners ensure safety.

Everyone will wear a life jacket.

“I am a medic and a PA in the Army Reserves,” Craig says. “Scott is certified in basic life support and field first aid, should an emergency arise.”

For the All-American Black River Paddle and Campout, adventurists will need to bring a tent, sleeping bag (weather-appropriate) and pad. A small camp chair is advisable as well.

The gear will fit onto the cordage of the kayaks. Eco Odysseys provides 14 kayaks, two of which are tandem; however, folks who have their own kayaks can receive a discount on tickets. Expedition Organization will have a small Jon boat for larger equipment, such as coolers and food items. Craig also recommends guests bring their own drinking water, as the weather can be quite hot in July.

Anyone who wishes to join the AllAmerican Paddle and Campout can book tickets online. The cost of the trip, $75, includes rental and related equipment, food and drink. For those bringing their own kayaks, the cost is $60. If weather and current conditions look unsafe, either the destination will be changed, or the event will be rescheduled.

Eco Odysseys is planning a full-moon paddle for July 22nd, a Lumber River paddle on July 27th and another luau on Masonboro Island on August 3rd. In October Craig will bring a group to the Carolina Balloon Fest in Statesville, NC. In addition to enjoying festival activities, guests will have the chance to ride in a hot-air balloon, visit a chocolate factory, and dine on a cruise on Lake Norman.

In May 2014, Eco Odysseys will go international with a paddle trip in Tuscany, Italy.

They will stay in a Tuscan Villa, and visit Florence and Cinque de Terre. Winery tours and a wine-pairing dinner are on the agenda while overlooking a sunset in San Gimignano. Paddling will take place on Lake Pontecosi. Folks who wish to participate in any of the events, including the All American Campout, should contact Deena Craig as soon as possible.

Eco Odysseys also does custom events for businesses or personal enjoyment. “The events we cater should give people ideas of what they’d like to do,” Craig says. “We aim to provide an outing tailored to what they want.

These can vary from corporate team-building occasions to island-themed weddings, even romantic dinners on an island.”

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to its fair share of fighting, from early Spanish invasions to hosting many USO posts in World War II. During the Revolutionary War, Wilmington and surrounding areas claimed a multitiude of Loyalists and Patriots alike, as key conflicts broke loose and forts fought to protect North Carolina’s safety.

At the Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge in February 1776, a small group of Patriots overran the Loyalists, seizing weapons, wagons, and British pounds that would be worth $1 million today. The fight prevented the Loyalists from advancing to Wilmington, breaking the connection between Red Coats in the port city and in Currie, NC, where the battle took place.

Likewise, Southport’s Fort Johnston was North Carolina’s very first fort. Construction began on the site in 1745, and for a brief moment during the Revolution, Fort Johnston was the colony’s seat of government.

It’s no secret Wilmington and surrounding towns played a huge role in America’s independence, thus we celebrate the Fourth of July in a big way! From fireworks shot near the USS Battleship NC in downtown ILM, to Southport hosting the official NC 4th of July Festival, the Cape Fear area has Independence Day covered. All events are free unless otherwise noted!

NC 4TH OF JULY FESTIVAL

Wednesday, July 3rd-Thursday, July 4th Southport, NC Named one of the top 10 spots to celebrate the Fourth by Coastal Living, the NC 4th of July Festival offers a ton of fun. While arts and crafts vendors will be on-hand both days from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Franklin Square Park (105 E. Moore St.), as well as food concessions at Waterfront Park (Bay St.) from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., there are several date-specific events during the fest.

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termelon rolling. Registration begins at 8:15 a.m. at Waterfront Park (Bay St.) with games beginning at 9 a.m. T-shirts are free while supplies last. Kids 6-11 will compete at Waterfront Park, while kids 5 and under will play at Garrison Lawn (203 E. Bay St.).

An American Red Cross blood drive will take place at the Blood Mobile, stationed at Waterfront Park, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. All donors will receive a Tshirt and will be entered into a drawing for a $3,000 gift card. Waterfront stage entertainment from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. includes rock band Double Barrel, contemporary Christian artist Megan East, and Motown cover group Tru Sol Band.

The Brunswick Concert Band will perform patriotic classics at Garrison Lawn from 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. to open the Naturalization Ceremony which begins at 4 p.m. The ceremony will add over 100 new citizens to the United States from 48 different countries!

Folks can exercise their rights by registering to vote from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Southport Community Building (223 E. Bay St.). The final event for Wednesday is a flag-retirement ceremony at the BB&T Flagpole (104 S. Howe St.) at 6 p.m. Following the U.S. Flag Code, American flags in worn condition will be burned honorably. The public is welcome to bring flags that are no longer a fitting emblem for display.

Thursday begins where Wednesday left off with a flag-raising ceremony at 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Moore and Howe streets. A colonial band, citizens dressed in period costumes, and public officials will be on-hand as the Knights of Columbus hoist the colors. The flag that will be used has been flown over our nation’s capitol. At 11 a.m. along Moore and Howe streets, the city will gather for the festival parade.

A classic car show presented by the Cape Fear Cruisers will be offered on Bay Street from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., while waterfront stage music (1 p.m. to 9 p.m.) includes Rodney Dane and the Runaway Trains,

Sgt. Rock, and Mark Roberts Band. Veteran sailors will participate in the Commodore’s Regatta, visible on the waterfront. The festival will conclude with fireworks shot off a barge in the Intracoastal Waterway at 9 p.m. Viewing locations include downtown Southport and near the Oak Island Lighthouse on Caswell Beach Drive. For more info, visit www.nc4thofjuly.com.

PLEASURE ISLAND MUSIC AND FIREWORKS

Wednesday, July 3rd, 6:30 p.m.

Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Pavilion Ave. Live music from Machine Gun will start the Pleasure Island party at 6:30 p.m. Following the rockers’ performance will be fireworks to celebrate the Fourth early.

The pyrotechnic show will begin at 9 p.m. More info: www.pleasureislandnc.org.

WILMINGTON SHARKS BASEBALL AND FIREWORKS

Wednesday, July 3rd, 7:05 p.m.

Legion Stadium, 2149 Carolina Beach Rd. Is there a more authentic way to celebrate America than with baseball and fireworks? The first pitch will be thrown at 7:05 p.m. as the Wilmington Sharks take on the Edenton Steamers. Then, stick around after the game for a rousing show sure to light up the night. Tickets are free for kids under 5; $5 for kids 6-12, seniors and military; and $6 for adults, available at the gate or by calling (910) 343-5621.

MOONLIGHT FAMILY DANCE CRUISE

Wednesday, July 3rd, 8:30 p.m.

Royal Winner Princess II, Carolina Beach Marina 100 Carl Winner Ave., Carolina Beach Sail the coastal waters aboard the party boat Royal Winner Princess II and watch the Pleasure Island fireworks show. Boards at 8:30 p.m.; returns at 10:45 p.m. Prepaid reservations are required: children under 12, $8; adults, $15. Full cash bar on board. Call (910) 458-5356 for more reservations.

Thursday, July 4th, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Children’s Museum, 116 Orange St. Order dinner or pack a picnic and enjoy fun activities—such as an air rocket challenge, Sharpie fireworks, and sound sandwich noisemakers—at the museum, open late on the Fourth of July. Soda explosions will happen at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. The Children’s Museum will offer half-off admission for immediate family of military personnel who show their ID.

RIVERFRONT CELEBRATION AND BATTLESHIP BLAST

Thursday, July 4th, 5 p.m.

Along Water St. Food concessions will be on-hand from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. while live music from Heart & Soul will be offered at Riverfront Park. It’s all in anticipation of the Battleship Blast fireworks, which will begin at 9:05 p.m.

One of Coastal Living’s 10 spots to celebrate the Fourth, Battleship Blast is in its 17th year. Zambelli Fireworks, one of the largest pyrotechnics company in the world, will be making their debut in Wilmington for the event with a 20-minute-long show.

Those viewing along the river should bring radios to hear choreographed music to the fireworks spectacular simulcast on WGNI 102.7 FM. For those not able to be downtown, WECT TV-6 will stream the show live starting at 9:05 p.m.

The entire Battleship complex on Eagles Island will be closed at 5 p.m. and all vehicles will be required to leave by 5:30 p.m. Guests are asked to come early to visit the Battleship NC before the activities in the evening.

City decks located at 115 Market St. and 114 N. 2nd St., the county deck at 212 N. 2nd St., and the Wilmington Convention Center deck will charge a $7 event fee. Parking on street is free, but vehicles should park on the side of downtown (with Chestnut St. being the dividing line) that is closest to the direction they will travel after the fireworks have ended.

For boats, authorities will maintain a safety zone for 30 minutes after the fireworks around the launch site. No through boating traffic will be allowed. More parking and traffic info is available at www.battleshipnc.com/Events/ BattleshipBlast.

SUNSET CRUISE AND DINNER

Thursday, July 4th, 6:30 p.m.

Wilmington Water Tours Water St. between Orange and Ann streets The night will begin with a Captain’s Reception at the dock, a meet-and-greet with a complimentary Shoofly (rum) Punch. After the reception, take to the water for an hour narrated cruise. The narrated cruise is followed by a Captain’s Buffet Dinner catered by Front Street Brewery. The night will conclude with the battleship firework display. Full bar on board. Boards 6:30 p.m., departs at 7 p.m. Pre-paid reservations required: $60/person, available at www. wilmingtonwatertours.net.

WINNER CRUISE TO SOUTHPORT

Thursday, July 4th, 6:30 p.m.

Royal Winner Princess II, Carolina Beach Marina 100 Carl Winner Ave., Carolina Beach Travel by party boat for a dinner cruise to see the Southport fireworks. Menu featuring NC BBQ, potato salad, honey baked beans, and more. Boarding time: 6:30 p.m.; return time: approximately 10:15 p.m. Pre-paid reservations required: children under 12, $37; adults, $57.

For reservations call (910) 458-5356.

HOT DOG-EATING CONTEST

Thursday, July 4th, 7 p.m.

Boardwalk on Front, 15 S. Front St. Grub out in the most American way possible—a good, ol’ fashioned hot dog-eating contest! Two age groups ensure fun for all: 12 and under, and 13 and up. Prizes include a Yuengling golf bag, a Bud Light football grill, a Miller Lite

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Thursday, July 4th, 6 p.m.

Riverfront at Water and Dock streets Buffet dinner and a view of the Battleship Blast fireworks over the Cape Fear River on NC’s largest riverboat. Boarding at 6 p.m.; departs at 6:30 p.m. Dinner includes baked seasoned chicken, Carolina-style BBQ pork, Southern green beans, baked beans, potato salad, cole slaw, dessert, coffee and tea.

Pre-paid reservations required: children 2-12, $39; adults, $59 (includes tax and service). Tickets available at www.cfrboats.com or by calling (910) 343-1611.

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Plus, both active and retired military will receive 50 percent off their entree (with ID) from Thursday, July 4th through Sunday, July 7th as a thank you to our troops! For more info, call (910) 833-8990.

AMERICAN CRAFT-BEER TASTING

Thursday, July 4th, 7 p.m.

Fermental, 7250-B Market St. Celebrate our nation’s independence with an all-American craft beer tasting, featuring a star-spangled selection of suds from some of our nation’s most beloved micro-brewers. The brews will be paired with tasty samplings of Mercer’s Wine Ice Cream. Live music will be provided by acoustic artist Garret James outside in the beer garden. Fermental also will host a visit from a local grill master, and guests can enjoy the home-grown fireworks display of Ogden. Children and pets are welcome. For more info, (910) 821-0362.

ZIGGY’S BEACH MUSIC BONANZA

Thursday, July 4th, 8 p.m.

Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St. This musical event is for fans of beach music, shag dancing, and Carolina classics. Ken Knox and Co. will play at 9 p.m.; doors open at 8 p.m. Ken Knox has entertained audiences for decades as a member of the international pop/R&B group Chairmen of the Board, the legacy of which was built by the late Grammy Award-winning General Johnson. Knox also is a member of the NC Music Hall of Fame, the SC R&B/Beach Music Hall of Fame, and the Carolina Beach Music Hall of Fame. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the show, available at www.ziggysbythesea.com

COMIC MAGICIAN KEVIN LEE

Thursday, July 4th to Saturday, July 6th All shows, 8 p.m.

Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St. Kevin Lee’s unique combination of comedy, magic and juggling leaves audiences both in awe and in stitches. Lee has appeared on national television shows such as “Showtime at the Apollo,” HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam,” and Jamie Foxx’s “Uptown Comedy Club.” Lee

was voted “Washington DC’s Funniest Comedian” by Washingtonian Magazine. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for students, available at browncoattheatre.com or by calling (910) 341-0001.

ISLAND INDEPENDENCE 5K AND MILE

Saturday, July 6th, 7:30 a.m.

Emma Anderson Memorial Chapel 1040 S. Anderson Blvd., Topsail Beach This flat and fast 5K course starts and ends at Emma Anderson Memorial Chapel at the southern end of Topsail Beach. Food, beverages, and activities will be provided, along with an awards ceremony. Runners can show pride by dressing in red, white and blue. Proceeds will benefit Venture Crew 2727 of Topsail Beach to support crew activities, travel, and service initiatives both locally and abroad. Venture is the co-ed division of the Boy Scouts of America for boys and girls ages 14-21. Additionally, a portion of all money raised by Venture Crew 2727 will be donated to the chapel as an expression of thanks for its support.

Registration for the 5k is $35; for the mile fun run/walk is $20. Packet pick-up and registration will be at the chapel on Friday, July 5th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturday, July 6th from 6 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. Register online at http:// its-go-time.com/island-independence-5k-july-6.

Cash prizes will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, and award medals will go to the top three in all age groups.

AMERICAN CRAFT-BEER TASTING

Saturday, July 6th, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Wilmington Wine, 605 Castle St. Delight in the plethora of flavors of American craft beers and live music during this Saturday afternoon tasting. Relaxing seating is available at the cozy bar or on the outdoor patio.

MUSIC ON THE HARBOR

Sunday, July 7th, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St., Wrightsville Beach Part of the 2013 Summer Music Series on the outdoor deck of Bluewater Grill, the Back of the Boat Tour will perform “yacht rock” all afternoon. Finish the Fourth of July weekend with a full bar and views of the Intracoastal Waterway.

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Sun.: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. www.islandchiccb.com We are a designer-style consignment boutique, and we strive to carry the best designer brand names and the latest styles at the best prices. We carry brands from Anne Taylor, Banana Republic and BCBG, to J Crew, Lilly Pullitzer, and Michael Kors. Our assortment of clothing, from evening wear to casual wear, features a blend of new and slightly used items, also including shoes, handbags, and accessories that are chic, contemporary, and stylish! Our prices are more than 50% less than the original prices.

We also carry a unique variety of brand new gifts for all ages and tastes, including new jewelry (some items are handmade by local artists), scarves, socks, frames, wine glasses, and many monogrammed items. We provide you with personal attention and quality merchandise at an excellent value in friendly, comfortable surroundings! Come by and see why you will want to come back weekly!

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Sun.: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. www.blokeapparel.com Punctuating its modern and casual men’s clothing with a rustic interior, Bloke is transforming the way Wilmington’s men dress.

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In October, Wilma will announce winners

of their second annual Women to Watch awards. The awards will honor emerging leaders in the community in business, health care, public service, education, arts, nonprofit and rising star (the latter for women 30 and under). Anyone is welcome to nominate a woman for the awards until July 15th by going online to www.WILMAOnTheWeb. com. Nominees must be residents of New Hanover, Brunswick or Pender counties.

A diverse panel of judges—selected by Vicky Janowski and Nina Bays Cournoyer, co-editors of Wilma—will review the applications. The October issue of the magazine will be dedicated to the top five nominees in each category. Overall winners for 2013 will be announced at a special event later in the month. Bays Cournoyer says that while the event is still in its early stages of planning, it will be a great way to celebrate further with a little added suspense.

Wilma, a monthly publication, features area women who are important and noteworthy to our community. They feature comprehensive coverage concerning issues across a spectrum of interests, from health to careers, beauty and style, food and arts. Janowski says focusing on women’s achievements just made sense.

Last May, Wilma partnered with the YWCA to host the Women’s Achievement Awards. This partnership came after Women to Watch successfully launched the year before. Though the awards are not affiliated, Wilma’s support is an extension of the YWCA’s efforts to showcase the best of our area females, who work in all facets to maintain success in career, self-improvement and family. Women to Watch stands alone from other awards in that it recognizes a woman’s potential rather than previous action.

“The guidance we give [the judges] going into it is simply to consider who they think will have a big impact on the community,” Janowski explains. “Impact can mean building a business that creates jobs, helping form or grow a nonprofit, or raising the bar for others working in their field here in the region.”

Janowski and Bays Cournoyer are extremely excited for the 2013 competition.

They’re especially grateful for the many nominees who continusouly impact our city and the lives in it daily. “The women are both the innovators and the ones getting their hands dirty, so-to-speak,” Bays Cournoyer explains.

Janowski elaborates. “We don’t feel like Women to Watch necessarily means women who are just starting out in their careers. It could refer to those who are rising quickly in the ranks, successfully starting second careers or have recently moved to Wilmington and are starting to make a name for themselves here.”

Last year’s winners included a diverse group of all ages and backgrounds. 2012 winner Carmen Black, was able to expand her give-back business, Half United. The business sells bullet necklaces and other fashionable wares, and donates half its profits to end child hunger. After winning the award, major retailer Nordstrom picked up Black’s line of jewelry. This one deal allowed the company to feed more children than any other year since its opening in 2009.

Similarly, J.C. Skane, nonprofit winner of 2012, expanded her business, WARM, into Pender County. WARM helps provide home repairs and accessibility upgrades for those in need (read “Fund-Raiser Under Sea” from encore June 19 edition online). The October edition of Wilma will feature updates and full stories on all of last year’s winners as well.

Applying is quick and simple. By going online, applicants can answer a few short questions like, “How does this woman contribute to her organization and community,” and “Briefly describe why you feel the nominee is a ‘Woman to Watch.’” Females also are welcome to nominate themselves for the award.

Women to Watch is close to Bays Cournoyer’s heart. “Creating this awareness through Wilma not only allows us to tell their stories,” she explains, “it also inspires others to act.”

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events BOARDWALK BLAST Carolina Beach Boardwalk Blast, feat. live music 6:30-9:30pm, Thurs. nights at Gazebo. Fireworks at 9pm. 7/3, Machine Gun; 7/4, Funk U Orchestra; 7/11, L Shape Lot; 7/18, Eastbound; 7/25, Scearcegketner w/Chris Bellamy; 8/1, Dogs Ave; 8/8, Bibis Ellison Band • Wednesdays, 6:308:30pm: Family night, feat. bouncehouse, kids’ activities, variety shows and more! Cash Bingo, Wed., 7-9pm.

DOWNTOWN ILM FASHION WALK Downtown ILM’s Fashion Walk feat. nine boutiques, offering exclusive deals and first dibs on new styles, first Thurs. every month through Sept. 7/4, 8/1 and 9/5, 5-9pm.

Incl. Aqua Fedora, The Wonder Shop, Island Passage, Return Passage, Luxe, aMuse, Edge of Urge, GLAM and Momentum Surf & Skate Shop.

CLASSY CHASIS CAR SHOW & FLEA MARKET Under big old shade trees at Historic Poplar Grove Plantation classic cars and trucks compete for top awards. The Country Flea Market offers handmade crafts, furniture, jewelry, gently used goods and more. Sat., 7/13, 9-4, *Poplar Grove Plantation. 910-686-9518. www.poplargrove.com POPLAR GROVE 7/13: Classy Chasis Car Show, feat. cars, trucks and motorcycles. Arts & crafts, food music, flea market, antique tractor display and car show awards! 50/50 drawing and half-price manor

7/4: DOWNTOWN ILM FASHION WALK

July 4th celebrates ‘Murica’s freedom, first and foremost.

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Celebrate by supporting the free market and our local businesses, specifically our fashion-savvy ones, come Thursday. Downtown’s monthly ILM Fashion Walk takes place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. wherein downtown retail shops offer exclusive deals and first dibs on new styles, which will cause their own onslaught of fireworks when worn right! Participate with Aqua Fedora, Edge of Urge, The Wonder Shop, Luxe, aMuse, Return Passage, Island Passage, GLAM and Momentum Skate and Surf Shop. house tours. 10200 US Highway 17 N. 910-6869518. www.poplargrove.com TEACHER’S AID CRAFT EVENT 7/13, 10am-5pm: Support our local educating community by attend our first craft event. In addition to booths where educators will be selling their wonderful crafts, we will have a “Make and Take” table for children! A table where children can sell their own handmade crafts! teachersaidnc@gmail. com or call us at 910-799-0101 for more information! Teacher’s Aid, 831 S. Kerr Ave. UNCW ALUMNI AFTER WORK MEETING 7/18, 5:30-7:30pm at Dockside Restaurant & Marina: Cape Fear Alumni Chapter invites you to join alumni and friends for a relaxing evening on the water. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and

Seahawk-style door prizes! Register online: www.uncw.edu/alumnitix before 7/15. www.uncw.edu/alumniupdate to view your alumni record and make changes.

charity/ fund-raisers

FOOD BANK OF NC Established in 1980, the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina is a non-profit organization that provides food to people at risk of hunger in 34 counties in central and eastern North Carolina. In 2008-09, the Wilmington branch distributed over 4 million pounds to our four county service area. Stop Summer Hunger (formerly Kids Summer Stock) is a community-wide food and funds drive held during July to provide the additional food needed to support these children and their families, as well as supporting summer meals programs. Helps to fill the empty shelves of Food Bank warehouses in Durham, Greenville, New Bern, Raleigh, Sandhills and Wilmington during the summer when donations tend to slow down.http://wilmington.foodbankcenc.org

USO NC COASTAL CAROLINA GALA 7/13, 6:30pm: Join us for our first Coastal Carolina Gala at the Hilton Riverside Wilmington. Proceeds to benefit the USO of NC, Jacksonville Center. Enjoy an evening of luxury with Honored Guest Speaker: Admiral Robert J. Papp, Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard, while we honor outstanding military children from each of the service branches. Silent auction, live auction, dinner, drinks, and more. www.uso-nc.org or 910-4553411.

STEP UP N STYLE 7/20, 6pm: Fashion show presented by Showtime Productions, feat. fashions by Dillard’s, ZBoutique, Payne & Association, Basic Blacl Boutique, and designer Kelly Oden. Fund-raiser for Faith Institute of Enterpreunership. Community Art Center, 120 S. 2nd St. $15. Door prizes. 910381-5367.

PRETTY THINGS FASHION SHOW 7/26, 6:30pm: Shiang-ling Bissonnette of Mrs. BeeHaving Photography is hosting Pretty Things—a curated show of fashionable undergarments and accessories from Adam and Eve. Khalilah Olokunola of A Boxed Event, Dawn Marie Calin, model director/advisor, and Audra Vogel and The Stylist Studio team willpresent a show with a mission on empowering women regardless of shape, size, or ethnicity while offering support for Operation Pretty Things, Inc. The nonprofit’s mission is to love and empower women who have been victimized by domestic violence in a tangible way. GA $8/person (online) and $10/door. VIP $15, reserved seating and early admission with pretty totes, musical styling of Dogs Ave. Show feat. local DJs and musicians.The Balcony, Dock, 33 S. Front St., #3. 910-548-4133. http://thembhshow.eventbrite.com.

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and sponsor First Federal proudly announce the 4th Annual Literacy Luncheon featuring the return of CFLC’s Group Readers performing selections from Alexander McCall Smith’s The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency. Pine Valley United Methodist Church located at 3788 Shipyard Blvd. A plated lunch, silent auction, performance by students from CFLC’s Group Readers program and the opportunity to learn more about The Cape Fear Literacy Council. Table of 8 Sponsorship: $250.

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theater/auditions OPERA HOUSE THEATER CO. See page 10.

BROWNCOAT PUB AND THEATER Thursday Night Live Improv with the Fruity Oaty Bars this and every Thursday. Free show where you find out what the actors are going to do at the same time as the actors! Doors, 7:30; hilarity, 8pm. • July 4th weekend: Comic Magician Kevin Lee. • “Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead” written by “Easy A,” screenwriter Bert Royal and directed by Steve Coley, 8/9-11, 16-18 & 23-25 • “The Diary of Adam and Eve,” written by local playwright Anthony Lawson and adapted from Mark Twain’s short story. 9/1012, 17-19 & 24-26. 111 Grace St. 910-341-0001 THEATRENOW “Murder on the Set,” every Friday thru August.

Doors at 5:30pm. Show starts at 6:30pm. Tickets $42/$30. Includes 3-course meal with choice of entrée. • See page 12. • Jazz Brunch with Nina Repeta, Sun., 7/14. • One Year Anniversary Party, 7/20, TBD • Reading Series, 7/18. TheatreNOW, 10th and Dock sts.theatrewilmington.com

comedy JOKES ‘N’ SMOKE Every first Monday of the month will feature a stand-up comedy showcase Hosted by Brian Granger, performances by Reid Clark, Colton Demonte and many more of Nutt Street Comedy Club’s finest. 3021 Market St. Arabian Nights Hookah Bar.9pm; free or $3 nonsmoking fee.

BYOB. NUTT STREET COMEDY ROOM See cover story page 13. • Tuesday Harold Night: Each night two troupes perform a 20-25 minute ‘Harold’ long-form improv. After the show, folks can come onstage and join the other improvisers in an improv jam! No experience necessary! 9pm.

• Wed. Nutt House Improv, 9pm ($2) • Thursday Open Mic Night, 9pm (no cover) • Friday/Sat-

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music/concerts SURF CITY CONCERTS IN THE PARK Surf City Parks & Recreation 2013 Concerts in the Park, at Sounside Park, Inclement weather location: Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr., 6-8pm. 7/3, Mark Roberts & Breeze (fireworks too!) • 7/6, The Clams • 7/26, Lynn Hargrove & Friends.

JAZZ AT THE MANSION Jazz at the Museum summer music series, first Thurs. ea. mo., 6:30pm. 7/4, The Jeff Sipe Trio; 8/1, El Jaye Johnson with The Port City All-Stars; 9/29, The Al Neese Project. Concerts begin at 6:30pm. Blankets and chairs and picnics welcome. Beer and wine sold. Tickets available at

Cameron Art Museum music series, 7pm on Thursdays. Music held in CAM’s lovely Courtyard weather permitting, indoors if not. CAM’s café is open for Thursday evening meals and refreshments featuring a signature drink celebrating the Courtyard series.Members $5 or non, $10.

7/11: Darryl Donnell Murrill and A Step Above, saxophone-driven old & new school rhythm and blues with smooth jazz influences • 8/1: Whiskey Creek, bluegrass/Americana. www.cameronartmuseum.com.

FT. FISHER FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Free summer concert music series, Fr. Fisher Air Force Recreation Area, 2nd and 4th Fridays June-August, 6:30-8:30pm. 7/12, Spare Change; 7/26, Justin Fox Trio.

SUMMER JAZZ WORKSHOPS Summer Jazz Workshops, 7/14-19, for middleand high-school students.The UNCW Summer Jazz Workshop has established itself as the premier summer workshop for jazz study in NC for high-school student musicians. Directed by noted music educator Frank Bongiorno, the summer jazz workshop UNCW is hosting a five-day workshop for middle- and provides students an opportunity not only to mingle with and learn from gifted eduhigh-school students who have a love for jazz. The mucators and professional performers on the sic workshops offer study in jazz, directed by educator UNCW faculty, but also to enjoy an intenFrank Bongiorno, who teaches sax and jazz studies at sive week-long event of music making and the university. The workshop offers support and enjazz study in an intimate and supportive environment. Workshop covers virtually couragement to instrumentalists, and provides them every aspect of jazz study and provides opportunities to work one-on-one with UNCW music ample opportunities to work one-on-one faculty and guest artists. For more information or to with jazz faculty and guest artists. Frank Bongiorno, director bongiornof@uncw. sign up now, call 910-962-3395. edu: 910-962-3395

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503 Market St. AIRLIE CONCERT SERIES Airlie Concert Series lineup, first and third Friday of the month from May until September: 7/5, Cosmic Groove Lizards; 7/19, Jack Jack 180. $8 for adults, $2 for children, and free for Airlie members. www.airliegardens.org.

BEACH HOUSE REGGAE FESTIVAL Sat., 7/6, 2pm; show at 4pm. 7219 Market Str. Performing live, from Jamaica, International reggae superstar Edge Michael (nephew of Peter Tosh). Also: Signal Fire Band from Wilmington, NC; Teddy. Painting live onstage during the event National Artist/Children’s Book Author and Illustrator, Cammeron Alekzandra Batanides who resides in Wilmington, NC.Tickets, $12.50 adv or $15 day of, can be purchased at The Beach House Bar and Grill. https://events.admitoneproducts.com?event_id=698113. Family friendly, children 12 and under get in for free.

TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC JAM All musicians welcome to join us in learning and playing Irish traditional music: reels, jigs, hornpipes and polkas. Every Saturday afternoon at the Dubliner at 1756 Carolina Beach Road in Wilmington (across from Greenfield Park).

DOWNTOWN SUNDOWN The eighth annual Downtown Sundown Concert Series will take place each Friday evening through August 30. Shows are held in Riverfront Park, located on North Water Street between Princess and Market Streets. 7/5: The Revival: Allman Brothers Tribute • 7/12: Same As It Ever Was: The Talking Heads Tribute • 7/19: ZOSO: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute • 7/26: Big Wooly Mammoth: Widespread Panic Tribute.

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ENTERTAINERS NEEDED! The Senior Resource Center is looking for entertainers! We will be comprising a list of area singers, dancers, bands and musicians who are willing to entertain at the Senior Center for various events. call 798-6409 or srdavis@nhcgov.com; include your name, contact phone number and/or email address, type of performance, and please also indicate if your performance is free or what you would charge. Our database will be updated every June.

SACRED HARP SINGING 7/28, 2-4pm, Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. This dynamic form of a cappella social singing dates back to Colonial America, using a modern reprint of an 1844 songbook called The Sacred Harp. Sacred Harp and related shape-note styles are the oldest continuous singing traditions in the United States. The music is loud, vigorous and intense.

Learn more: fasola.org. Held in collaboration with WHQR at Cameron Art Museum, corner of 17th

St. Ext and Independence Blvd. cameronartmuseum.com.

PENGUIN CONCERTS 98.3 The Penguin presents at Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre their summer concert series: • Mon., 7/29: Trampled By Turtles w/ The Devil Makes Three, 5-10:30pm. Tickets $20/adv. or $25/day of. Tickets at Gravity Records, Momentum Surf & Skate and online at www.983thepenguin.com.

WILMINGTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Wilmington Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce its 2013-14 Masterworks Series Concert Season. 42nd concert season is both welcoming and rewarding for audience members with something for everyone, including great works by composers such as Berlioz, Strauss, Grieg, Menotti, and Mozart. Single tickets are $27, $25 and $6 for youth. Kenan Auditorium Ticket Office: 962-3500 or 800-732-3643. Season subscriptions: $115 and $100, and $30 for students and youth under 17. Performed at Kenan Auditorium on the UNCW campus. Evening concerts are Saturday evenings at 8pm, and matinees are Sundays at 4pm. Full schedule: www.wilmingtonsymphony.org WECT SOUNDS OF SUMMER The Town of WB hosts the WECT Sounds of Summer Concerts at Wrightsville Beach Park.

Bring your picnic, lawn chairs, and blankets for an evening of music and fun! The concerts will be each Thursday evening from 6:30-8pm, , continuing through 8/8 (no concert 7/4). 910-256-7925 or www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com .

BOOGIE IN THE PARK Spend your Sunday evenings this summer enjoying free, live music by the sea. The Town of Kure Beach will be hosting “Boogie in the Park” every Sun., 4-7pm, through 9/1. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and your boogie shoes as you head down to Kure Beach Ocean Front Park for some familyfriendly entertainment! www.townofkurebeach. org or call Kure Beach Town Hall at (910) 4588216.

BUDDY GUY Five-time Grammy award-winner Buddy Guy will headline the Pleasure Island Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival, 10/12th & 13th. With his current album, Living Proof, Guy takes a hard look back at a remarkable life. At age 76, he’s a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, a pioneer of Chicago’s fabled West Side sound, and a living link to that city’s halcyon days of electric blues. Opening for Buddy will be Slide Brothers’ gospel blues. Sunday features Wet Willie’s versatile, high-energy blues rock featuring good-time music, rollicking high-energy Southern soul, with opener Randall Bramblett, founder of Sea Level and wrote “Used To Rule

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The Warwick Building at 254 N. Front St. WHQR 91.3fm, broadcasting out of Wilmington, is the only public radio station for southeast North Carolina. Hangs through July.

ACES GALLERY NC Arts Council of Wilmington presents a glass and painting show of work by Niki Hildebrand including her largest glass panel yet. Open regular business hours of Arts Council 9-5pm and for 4th Friday Gallery Night 6-9pm. Come see the beautiful impressive labor-of-love glass art including sculpture, panels and bowls. ACEs Gallery, 221 N Front St. Runs till Aug 20th.

The World” by Bonnie Raitt and has toured with Bonnie, Gregg Allman and Stevie Winwood. Other blues and jazz groups on two stages over the two day festival, with food and beverages for sale and free Kidzone, vendors and more. Tickets are just $40 in adv. for a two-day pass or can be purchased at the door for $50 for Saturday (Buddy Guy plays Saturday night) and $15for Sunday.

Kids 12 and under are free. 910-458-8434 or greg@pleasureislandnc.org.

CAPE FEAR CHORALE Cape Fear Chorale auditions for the fall season are open and will continue until sections are filled.

All auditions are by appointment only. The Chorale will present its 15th anniversary concert, 11/24.

Adult singers in all voice parts are welcome to audition. Previous choral experience and the ability to read music will be helpful. Monday evening rehearsals begin 8/19, Grace United Methodist Church, downtown Wilmington. info@capefearchorale.org.

dance IRISH STEP DANCE Traditional Irish Step Dancing Beginners to Championship level ages 5-adult! Mondays nights. The studio is located at 1211 South 44th St. http://www.walshkelleyschool.com/ email:adamsclan4@hotmail.com BABS MCDANCE Mon., 6pm, Line Dance; 7pm, Bronze Smooth Ballroom; Tues., Salsa, Merengue and Bachata, 7-9pm. • Wed., 5-7pm, Argentine Tango; 6pm, Footloose, 7-9pm, West Coast Swing; 7pm, HipHop • Thurs., 7-9pm, Shag and Cha Cha. • Zumba Gold, M/W/F, 8-9am, $10/drop-in. 10/$60 or 20/$100. • Kids’ Camp: 7/8-8/2, 10:30am2:30pm. 4 wks or 1 wk sessions. • July workshops for American tango (7/3). 6782 Market St. babsmcdance.com.

WORKS-IN-PROGRESS SHOWCASE Works-in-Progress Showcase, 7/21, 2-4pm.

Free and open to the public, donations appreciated. The Dance Cooperative, in association with CAM, provides monthly informal showings to afford working artists a place to present works in progress to be reviewed and critiqued in a nurtur-

ing environment. The events are open to working choreographers, dancers, and the general public who are working on movement and wishes to have others provide feedback on the work as well as anyone who wish to witness the creative process through its many stages and provide assistance in that process. Want to present work?

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TECHNIQUES IN MOTION Through 7/26: Summer class available! Be on the look out for new & exciting dance class elements for all ages such as: Zumba, Leap & Turn Technique & Pointe. www.techniquesinmotion.com or call 910 799-3223.

76’ERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB Modern Western Style Square Dance. Club meets Thurs. nights at 7pm at the Senior Center for a new workshop on square dancing. Info: 270-1639 CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests.

Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach, NC 620-4025 CONTRA DANCE Tuesday night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm.

Social dance for all levels; singles and couples, families, college and high school students and folks of all dancing abilities are invited to come. $4. (910) 538-9711.

TANGO WILMINGTON Tango classes and social dancing, Fridays, Carolina Lounge of Ramada Inn. 5001 Market Street (between College and Kerr). 8-9:45pm. $5 lounge entrance includes beginners’ lesson, 7:30.

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FIGMENTS GALLERY Figments Gallery offers a fresh mix of eclectic work from local and international artists of all genres. “BLOOM!” now showcases colorful florals from over 20 artists. 1319 Military Cutoff Rd, Suite II. 910-509-4289. www.figmentsgallery.com COUNTERPOINTS Counterpoints showcases the recent works of Wilmington artist Betty Brown and Catherine C. Martin of Apex, NC. The exhibition will feature Italian landscapes in oil by Betty Brown and Catherine Martin’s acrylic paintings of various subjects, including landscapes, still life and figurative studies. Hangs through 7/20. 201 Princess St. www. newelementsgallery.com

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BRUNK AUCTIONS Brunk Auctions will have a sale of a handful of unique paintings by Claude Howell and Minnie Evans, July 20th. Preview: Fri., 7/19, 1-8pm., by appt only. (828) 254-6846. brunkauctions.com WORKS ON PAPER ACME Art Studios, 711 N. 5th Ave., presents Works on Paper, feat. artists Michelle Connolly, Fritzi Huber and Jonathan Summit. Diverse approaches to art-making, keeping one thing in common: the varied use of paper as a support surface. Mixed media series of masks by Connolly; Huber’s handmade paper expresses the idea of where the water meets the trees; Summit’s watercolors. Hangs through July.

DAVID MCCUNE AND SANDRA DEE Silver Coast Winery in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, will be featuring artists David McCune and Sandra Dee in their art gallery. McCune works in metal sculpture, metal wall art, watercolors, photography, acrylic, jewelry and custom furniture. Dee expertly paints it all. www.silvercoastwinery.com or (910) 287-2800.

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from prehistoric to present time. Exhibits: Operation Bumblebee, missile project that operated on Topsail Island shortly after World War II; Camp Davis, an important antiaircraft training center during WWII located near Topsail Island; WASPS, group of young, daring women who were the first female pilots trained to fly American military aircraft during WWII; Pirates of the Carolinas, depicting the history and “colorful” stories of 10 pirates in the Carolinas including the infamous Blackbeard; Shell Exhibits, and intricate seashells from all over the world as well as Topsail; and more! 720 Channel Blvd. in Topsail Beach. Mon-Fri, 2-5pm; after Memorial Day through Sat, 2-5pm. 910-328-8663 or 910-328-2488. topsailmissilesmuseum.org.

NC AQUARIUM Canoeing the Salt Marsh at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher , Sat., 9am, 7/6, 13, 20 27. 3-hour exploration of the Zeke’s Island Estuarine Research Reserve by canoe. Crabbing, seining, or birding.

Must be able to swim; ages 8 and up, must be accompanied by two adults. $25/articipant. Admission not included. • Aquarist Apprentice, Sat., 2pm, 7/6, 13, 20, 27. Join staff on a behind-thescenes tour and learn about Aquarium animals, what they eat, how they live, and how to care for them. Open to 10 participants, ages 10 and up (14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.) $25, ages 13 and older, $23, ages 10-12. Admission included. Pre-reg rqd. • Surf Fishing Workshop Tues., 8am, 7/9, 16, 23, 30. 3-hr. workshop includes one hour of classroom discussion, then surf fishing on the beach nearby. Equipment and bait provided. Rain or shine, with extra activities added in event of bad weather (e.g., throwing a cast net). Ages 10 and up. $15; admissionnot included. • Behind the Scenes Tour, daily, 11:15am, and Tues/Thurs/Sat, 3:15pm through 8/31.

Space for animal holding, husbandry, life support systems, and access to exhibits is hidden behind the aquarium walls. Accompany aquarium staff on a guided tour of animal quarantine, life support, food preparation, and access areas. Ages 8 and up (8-14 must be accompanied by guardian). $15 for ages 13 and older, $13 for ages 8-12; admission included. Pre-reg rqd. • Extended Behind the Scenes Tour, M/W/F, 2pm, through 8/31. Get a birds-eye view of this 235,000 gallon tank as sharks, stingrays, moray eels, and other fish swim below! Ages 8 and up (8-14 w/a parent or guardian). $20 for ages 13 and older, $18 for ages 8-12; admission included. Pre-reg rqd. 910-458-7468 or www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher.

CIVIL WAR ACTIVITIES 1st North Carolina Company E, 7/20, 10am-2pm; free and open to the public. The third Saturday of every other month the 1st North Carolina Co. E will be drilling or working on the historic Battle of Forks Road site on CAM’s museum’s grounds.

Come meet and speak with the re-enactors who enjoy discussing why they’re still interested in the Civil War. Corner of Independence Blvd and 17th St. Ext. www.cameronartmuseum.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, itf ocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.

910-251-3700 or www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St. CAPE FEAR MUSEUM

Exhibits: Through 9/29: Attack of the Bloodsuckers! Stinky feet can make you more attractive...to a hungry mosquito, that is! Explore the science of what’s eating you with Attack of the Bloodsuckers! Visitors will discover the biological wonders of sanguinivores — creatures that eat blood — through encounters with interactive activities and vibrant graphics. Also, helpful hints and simple recautions for avoiding these sometimes annoying creatures. • Collection Selections: Breakfast (through 7/14): View a selection of artifacts that document how Wilmingtonians made breakfast at home and also represent the Port City’s breakfast eateries of the past and present. See how breakfast preparation has changed yet remained the same over the last two centuries. • Impressions of the Lower Cape Fear (through 10/27): Take a photographic journey of southeastern North Carolina...a region rich with diverse habitats, wildlife, culture, and history. Featuring more than 100 printed and digital works by Cape Fear Camera Club members. Hours: 9am-5pm through 9/10; Tues-Sat; 1-5pm, Sun. $7 for adults; $6 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $6 special military rate with valid military ID; $4 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members admitted free. 814 Market St. 910-7984367. www.capefearmuseum.com.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 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. • Mud Day, 8/9-10, 9am-1pm • www.playwilmington.org CAMERON ART MUSEUM Exhibits: Well Suited: The Costumes of Alonzo Wilson for HBO’s ‘Treme’—Fine, hand-sewn beadwork, archival-quality costume technique and brilliantly colored feathers, all done by Wilmington native Alonzo Wilson, Exquisitely crafted Mardi Gras Indian suits, as well as design sketches. Organized by the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, New Orleans, Louisiana. The Mardi Gras Indians are deeply rooted in shared cultures and symbiotic relationships which developed between the Native Americans and the escaped slaves they aided. On display through 11/3. • “Here & Now: A Decade of Contemporary Acquisitions” through 7/21. Focuses on an exploration of contemporary acquisitions to the permanent collection since the establishment of the Cameron Art Museum in 2002. Some of the most famous artists in the exhibition are Romare Bearden, Sam Francis, Donald Sultan, Mark Flood, Viola Frey, Leonard Baskin, Hiroshi Sueyoshi, Jim Dine and the newest acquisition by Shahzia Sikander.• Pancoe Art Education Center’s Seagrove and Contemporary Pottery in the Exhibition Cases • CAM Public Tours, Thursdays, 7:30pm, w/admission. Explore what’s new and on view.Open late on Thurs. until 9pm. Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues-Sun,11am-5pm; Thurs: 11am-9pm.

Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. www. cameronartmuseum.com or 910-395-5999.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM The 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 Wrightsville Beach. 256-2569. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com.

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $4 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $8.50 adult, $7.50 senior/military, $4.50 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. North end of downtown at 505 Nutt St. Phone 910-763-2634, website www.wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. 126 S. Third St. Adults $8, children $4. 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 Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669 or www. capefearserpentarium.com.

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

sports/recreation SURF, SUN, RUN 7/6: 5K and 10K at North Topsail Beach Access #2 Registration is available at www.Active.com / keyword Surf, Sun and Run. ISLAND INDEPENDENCE DAY 5K 7/6, 7:30am: 5K and 1-mi. run/walk benefitting Venture Crew 2727 of Topsail Beach. Emma Anderson Memorial Chapel, Topsail Beach, NC. Register: www.its-go-time.com. islandindependence5k@gmail.com CAROLINA MEN’S B-BALL GAMES The Carolina Mens Baseball League is pleased to announce its annual All-Star Game, 7/6, at Godwin Stadium, 7pm. Skills Competitions that include Pitching, Bunting and, the highlight of thecompetitions, the Home Run Derby will pre-

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cede the All Star game. Open to all baseball players 18+, regardless of league member. Cash prizes and all net proceeds will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. • Father-Son Game, 7/7, at Murray Middle School, 4pm. “Adopted” sons and fathers are also welcome. Sign up early because spots are limited. $20 and includes a commemorative T-shirt. Photos will be taken. www.Carolinamensbaseball.com.

10 high school football teams from Southeastern NC participate in this annual scrimmage game to kick off the school year. Money raised from the event funds scholarships for local students to attend college, and supports the general fund at each participating school. In the past 26 years, the event has raised $1,063,708 with over 500 local students receiving scholarships. Participating schools include: New Hanover, Laney, Hoggard, Ashley, South Brunswick, West Brunswick, Whiteville, Wallace-Rose Hill, South Columbus, and Jacksonville. Fri., 8/16, Legion Stadium on Carolina Beach Rd. The cheerleading showcase starts at 5pm, and the football games start at 5:45. Admission is $6 at the gate, or tickets may be purchased in advance for $4 at any local BB&T Bank after 8/1.

PILATES CERTIFICATION Full Apparatus and Mat Pilates Certification, In Balance Pilates Studio. 225 hour certification program teaches you to teach the traditional Pilates method of the Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chairs, Ladder Barrel and Spine Corrector up to an intermediate level and prepares you to teach private sessions, semi-private sessions and group classes. Teaching techniques, basic anatomy, advancements and modifications are covered to enhance your teaching abilities. 30 hour pre-certification starts 7/20; pre-cert II, 8/10. Cert I begins 9/14; II, 10/5; III, 11/2; IV, 12/7; V, 1/11/2014. A written exam will take place on Saturday of Weekend IV. Practical exam will take place on Weekend V. $350 due by 7/1; full pay $2950 due on 7/20; or four Payments of $750 due 7/20, 8/10, 9/14 and 10/5. 910-228-9112. info@pilatesinbalance.com

WILMINGTON SHARKS BASEBALL Through 8/5: Wilmington Sharks Baseball Season Begins! May 28-August 5. Home games at Legion Stadium, Wilmington. www.wilmingtonsharks.com WILMINGTON HAMMERHEADS Through 8/17: Wilmington Hammerheads Soccer Season. Home games at Legion Stadium, Wilmington. www.wilmingtonhammerheads.com

CORE ROWING Core Rowing Class: $18/class, 5:45-6:45pm.

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SENIOR’S 55+ BASKETBALL LEAGUE Plays Mon/Wed evenings through the summer at the Wilmington Family YMCA. Try-outs and practices are currently Tue/Thurs mornings 10am at the Y. 910-251-9622 x229. 2710 Market St.

SURF CITY MOVIES IN THE PARK Fridays at sundown at Soundside Park, next to swing bridge (Surf City Community Center for inclement weather, 201 Community Center Dr.).

Free, but popcorn and drinks available for purchase. 7/5: Rise of the Guardians • 7/19: Thun-

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FREE MOVIES BY THE SEA Free Movies by the Sea at Carolina Beach Lake Amphitheater. Picnics, blankets, chairs welcome; concession sold onsite. Movies start around 8:45pm; free! 7/7, Madagascar 3; 7/14: Thunderstruck; 7/21: Brave; 7/28: Over The Hedge; 8/4: Escape from Planet Earth.

7/7: MADAGASCAR 3 Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce offers an ongoing family night at the movies through summer every Sunday at dusk. Just head over to the Carolina Beach Lake too see a host of kid-friendly flicks for free.

Showing this Sunday, July 7th, is “Madagascar 3,” following all of our favorite zoo escape artists through Europe as they join the circus to find their way back home to New York City. Picnics, blankets and chairs are welcome; concessions like popcorn and soda are sold onsite. Movies starts around 8:45 p.m.

BOOKS TO MOVIES 7/14, 2pm: Our contract doesn’t allow us to announce the title of the movie through the media, but we can say that on July 14 the film is based on a biographical sports drama by John Carlin, and that only adults will be admitted. • 8/11: On August 11 the film is a romantic comedy based on a novel by Wendelin Van Draanen, and that only adults will be admitted. 798-6371 for more information.

Free, courtesy of the Friends of the Library, no registration is needed, and you may bring your own refreshments. At Northeast Regional Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. dhodder@nhcgov.com.

CAM FILMS Black Indians of New Orleans (1976, 42 min.), 7/14, 1:30pm. $5-$10, Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. Frst definitive film looking at the origins and rituals of the Black Mardi Gras Indians of New Orleans. A 1976 documentary by filmmaker Dr. Maurice M. Martinez, the focus is on The Yellow Pocahontas led by Big Chief Allison “Tootie” Montana, and The White Eagles, led by Big Chief Gerald “Jake” Milon. Enjoy the movie with brunch. Reserve at 910-777-2363 and request table service in the Reception Hall. • Bury the Hatchet (2011, 86 min.), 7/18, 7pm. $5-$10, Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. A portrait of three Mardi Gras Indian “Big Chiefs” from New Orleans, the descendants of runaway slaves taken in by the Native Americans of the Louisiana bayous. Enjoy the movie with dinner from CAM Café. Reserve at 910-7772363 and request table service in the Reception Hall. Corner of Independence Blvd and 17th St. Ext., CAM. cameronartmuseum.com.

CUCALORUS FILM FESTIVAL Cucalorus seeks submissions from filmmakers, choreographers, video artists, vagabonds, vigilantes, and activists for the upcoming 19th annual Cucalorus Film Festival, 11/13-17. All film submissions are totally free for filmmakers and artists living in New Hanover County. and must include an entry form and an embarrassing receipt (or a drawing of your soul). The entry fee is $25 if postmarked by 6/20, $35 if postmarked by 7/10, and $45 if postmarked by 7/25. www.cucalorus.org

counted pricing. Cucalorus, 815 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401. (910)-343-5995/comm@ cucalorus.org.

THEATRE NOW MOVIE NIGHTS Movie Night, Sundays at 6:30pm (check website for weekly listings): Big screen movies, w/ kitchen open for some tasty treats, feat. fresh food options. Home to the non-profit organization, Theatre Network of Wilmington, Inc., whose mission includes theatre arts education to school aged children. Theatre NOW: 10th and Dock streets.

Tickets: www.theatrewilmington.com.

kids’ stuff SUNSHINE CAMP Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter presents Sunshine Camp, a camp for children coping with the death of a loved one. Young people talk, play, create, eat, cry, laugh, and make friends, and are encouraged to share memories, express feelings, release anger, and learn from their life experiences. Visiting artists often share their talents with campers. Mon-Fri, 8:30am-12:30pm;7/9-13 (rising 4th and 5th); 7/23-27 (rising 6th, 7th and 8th). Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. $25 fee covering the cost of supplies; a completed application and a brief meeting with a grief counselor are required. 910-796-7991 or 800-733-1476.

MS. SUSAN’S ROOM Ms. Susan’s Room, music and arts for creative young minds, feat. Happy Little Singers, early childhood music & movement for ages 6 mo.-6 yrs. Sing, dance and learn through creative play!

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All classes: $10/family, $5/ea. add. child. Drop ins welcome, please call ahead. Personal lessons for guitar, piano, ukulele and voice by appt.. Ms. Susan’s Room at the Art Works, 200 Willard St. 910-777-8889 or www.happylittlesingers.com.

NC COASTAL RESERVE The NC Coastal Reserve & National Estuarine Research Reserve’s morning environmental education adventures on the south end of Wrightsville Beach. Family-oriented, hands-on activities, short hikes and lessons about the ecosystems and creatures that reside there. • 7/10 and 31, 9-10am or 10:30-11:30am: Residents of the Reserve: North Carolina’s coast is home to an abundance of plant and animal life. • 7/17, 9-10am or 10:30-11:30am: Plastic in Paradise: No one likes to share the beach with trash. Learn about how marine debris otherwise known as litter is affecting our coastal and ocean ecosystems. • 7/24, 9-10am or 10:30-11:30am: Invertebrate Investigation: What do a jellyfish, hermit crab, oyster, and scallop all have in common? They are all animals that do not have a backbone and have a special set of adaptations to help them survive.

All programs will take place on the south end of Wrightsville Beach (Public Access 44). Meet at the gazebo by the parking area, look for the Coastal Reserve Banner. • Get to Know Masonboro with hands-on activities and lessons about the ecosystems and creatures that reside there.

Programs will take place near the north end of the Masonboro Island Reserve. Meet just below the second cove at “Third Beach.”Look for the white tent with Coastal Reserve Banner. Participants should dress for the weather and be prepared with water, sunscreen, etc. Transportation is not provided. Turtles Trackers: Each summer Masonboro Island becomes a nesting habitat for endangered sea turtles. Learn about turtle identification & living history, their nesting habits, and the Reserve’s conservation and research efforts to protect them. 7/13, 9-10am and 10:3011:30am. • Residents of the Reserve, 7/20, 9-10am or 10:30-11:30am: Masonboro Island is a critical habitat for a diversity of plants and animals.

Spend the morning getting to know some of its residents. • “Wat-er” Wetlands, 8/17, 9-10am or 10:30-11:30am: Wetlands are a unique habitat, nursery, filter, and natural recycling system. Plants and animals that live in wetlands have unique adaptations to deal with these watery conditions.

Marie Davis at Marie.Davis@ncdenr.gov. Free, w/ exception of parking.

KIDS AT CAM 7/20, noon-3pm. $3-$5 (adults free). Guest dancers from the Wilmington School of Ballet will perform a dance inspired by our exhibitions! They will also lead fun dance-themed activities for all to enjoy. Fun for the whole family. All ages Welcome.

No pre-registration necessary. Parental supervision required at all times. Cameron Art Museum, corner of Independence Blvd and 17th St. Ext. www.cameronartmuseum.com.

YMCA KID’S TRIATHLON 11th annual Kid’s Triathlon, Sat., 7/27, 8am, at the Wilmington Family YMCA, 2710 Market St. Open for children ages 5-13 years of age. Distance is determined by age. Space is limited to 200 participants only! www.setupevents.com. Packet pick up will be held on Frid., 7/26, at Dimock & Weinberg Offices, 3505 Converse Dr #175, 4-6pm.

Optional informational meeting will be held at 5pm at this location to review details and rules pertaining to the event.

THEATRE NOW Children’s Theater Super Saturday Fun Time.

Kid’s live adventure and variety show. Saturdays.

Doors open at 11am. $8/$1 off with Kid’s Club Membership. Drop off service available.Tickets: www.theatrewilmington.com or 910-399-3NOW

readings/lectures LUNCHEON LAUNCH OF SUMMER GIRLS Fri., 7/12, 1-3pm; buffet lunch; author remarks & Q&A; book signing; price $29 includes signed book and lunch. donations accepted. Tickets at www.firstbook.org/newhanovercounty or text 910-200-1441. Luncheon Launch of Mary Alice Monroe’s “The Summer Girls.” First Book is a 501(c)3 non-profit.

ENVIRONMENTAL BOOK CLUB Cape Fear’s Going Green Environmental Book Club m eets at Old Books on Front Street, 249 N Front St. 8/6: Unbowed: A Memoir (2006) by Wangari Maathai. goinggreenpublications.com

classes/workshops ART CLASSES Art workshops with Lois DeWitt: loislight@bellsouth.net or 910 547-8115. $40 ea. Schedule: Monday Morning Drawing Workshop, 7/8, 15, 22, 29, 10am-1pm. Bring a photo and learn how to draw it using light, shadow, compositional design and line dynamics. For beginners or experienced wanting to refresh their skills. All materials provided. • Monday Afternoon Drawing Workshop, 7/8, 15, 22, 29, 2-5 pm. Bring a photo and learn how to draw it using light, shadow, compositional design and line dynamics. For beginners or experienced wanting to refresh their skills. All materials provided. • Tuesday Morning “Find Your Creativity” Workshop, 7/9, 16, 23, 30, 10am-1pm. Want to get creative but don’t know how to begin? Here’s a fun opportunity to explore painting, drawing, and printmaking! Small class guides each student towards their interests and inspirations! All materials provided. • Tuesday Afternoon “Find Your Creativity” Workshop, 7/9, 16, 23, 30, 2-5pm.

Want to get creative but don’t know how to begin? Here’s a fun opportunity to explore painting, drawing, and printmaking! Small class guides each student towards their interests and inspirations! All materials provided. • Saturday Morning “The Beach and Beyond” Workshop, 7/13, 20, 27, 10-1pm. Weather permitting, explore painting with acrylics the beauty of Carolina Beach at Fort Fisher or (if the weather does not permit) work from beach photos, exploring painting effects of light, shadow, surf and sand. All materials provided. www.artfullivinggroup.com. 910 458-7822.

CAM CLASSES Museum School classes, 910-395-5999 (ext.

1008 or 1024). • Tai Chi, Wed/Thurs, and Yoga, Thurs-Sat. Beginners are always welcome; see schedule online. Cameron Art Museum, corner of 17th and Independence. cameronartmuseum.com QIGONG Kristin Althea, M.Ac.. L.Ac. and David Key, M. Mus., join together to provide a unique combination of qigong (chi gong) and therapeutic sound with the sound of chi. Kristin leads this gentle but powerful form accompanied by David’s shakuhachi flutes and frame drum. At the end of the workshop, each participant receives an individualized qigong/therapeutic sound treatment. Sat., 7/13, and every second Saturday of the month, 6-7:15 pm at Open Studio, 1055 Military Cutoff Rd, Ste 102, 910-665-9642. openstudionc.com

COSMETIC ART EDUCATORS 7/14:, 9am-6pm: Southern Roots, 5205 Oleander Dr. Incorporating Microdermabrasion with Chemical Peel. 910-789-4108 FINANCIAL PLANNING Financial Planning in an Uncertain World, class will occur over two nights, meeting both Tues., 7/16 and 23, 6-8pm. Focus on creating a financial plan for today and tomorrow, and is geared for people who want to create financial security for later in life. Students will learn how to invest in uncertain economic times and how to limit the eroding impact of inflation. They will also learn how to minimize income taxes and how to plan for economic and political instability. Essential legal documents, including common mistakes made with a will; social security benefits, including little known spousal options; and how to choose the age at which to apply for benefits will also be covered. Reg: 910-362-7319. $53 covers the cost of both sessions and any handouts distributed. No textbooks are necessary.

NC HURRICANE HISTORY WITH JAY BARNES NC’s Hurricane History with Jay Barnes, Thurs., 7/18, 7pm, at King Neptune Restaurant, 11 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach. A Southport native, and renowned expert in the field of hurricane history, Jay will speak about and sign his latest edition of North Carolina’s Hurricane History, due out June. Charts more than 50 great storms that have battered the Tar Heel State from the colonial era through Irene in 2011 and Superstorm Sandy in 2012, two of the costliest hurricanes on record.

VETERAN CAREER READINESS Free veteran career readiness workshops, hosted

by Miller Motte and the Lower Cape Fear Human Resource Association. Every 2nd Tues. of the month, 11am-12pm, until October at the VFW post, 2722 Carolina Beach Rd. Any veteran is able to attend but must RSVP: (910)442-3414.

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ARROW FINE ART SUPPLIES Classes entail learning to draw or paint by an experienced artist (Randy Sellers) that has degrees from both UNCW and the Angel Academy of Art in Florence, Italy. Lessons are for beginner and intermediate students. Ages 13 through adult; $30/ hour. Held at Arrow Fine Art Supplies on a daily basis, Tues.-Fri., beginning at 10:30am. Arrow Fine Art Supplies, 910-399-4248

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TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP with tributes to Transgender Support Group, 1st Thurs./mo., 7-8pm. For more information please contact Therapist Nova Swanstrom: 910-343-6890. You must talk with Nova first before coming to a support Sundown! group meeting!

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WILMINGTON WATER TOUR 7/7,1:30-4pm, $40: The journey is comfortable, relaxing and inspirational. It offers views of unspoiled nature and a variety of wildlife. This relaxing and scenic cruise is an ideal way to spend an

AIRLIE GARDENS Enjoy the 67 beautiful acres of Airlie Gardens year round. Operating hours are Tues.-Sun., 9am5pm. Admission: $5 for adults, $3 for children. Through 8/18 only: Dancing, mowing, fishing and painting are common pastimes during the warmer months, all of which will Fascinated by the craftsman-style homes across be performed by none other than large Carolina Place and Carolina Heights? The beautiful frogs in Airlie’s Ribbit the Exhibit Feat. a collection of copper sculptures by Wilmingtonarchitecture in Forest Hills? Well, allow the Historic based artist Andy Cobb. Guests can exWilmington Foundation to guide you through a tour pect to stumble upon “Zenny” meditating of these neighborhoods and learn all about Wilmon a lily pad, “Jeeves” wearing a tailcoat ington’s first suburban areas. The tours happen evand holding a lantern, the Ultimate Horn Trio, and an assortment of other personiery Saturday at 10 a.m., or enjoy them on rotating fied hoppers. Free with admission. 910Wednesdays, with the Streetcar Tour on the first and 798-7700 or www.airliegardens.org.

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third and Forest Hills on the second and fourth. $10/ person. hwf@historicwilmington.org.

WRIGHSTVILLE BEACH SCENIC TOURS Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours feat. bird watching tours, water taxi services, fishing trips, pirate voyages, and Masonboro Island shuttles, on the 27-foot, green-and-white catamaran Shamrock. Bottom fishing tours $35/person; leaves dock 9am weekdays and returns noon.

Nearshore ocean fishing trip on 22’ Panga Skiff Island Hopper offered by appointment. (910) 2004002. www.wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com.

HISTORICAL SOUTHPORT BIKE TOURS Take a guided tour through the Live Oak-canopied streets and along the waterfront and pedal by Fort Johnston, Brunswick Inn, the Old Brunswick Jail, the Crimes of the Heart home, the Indian Trail Tree, along the Cape Fear River and more. Lori Sanderlin, Educator from the NC Maritime Museum at Southport will guide the group as they peddle through the Lower Cape Fear history. The Adventure Kayak Company, Inc. and NC Maritime Museum at Southport present 2013 Historical Southport Bicycle tours: 7/6, 8am; 8/3, 8am; 9/7, 8am. 910-454-0607. $15-$20, including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent.

ABOVE THE SCENES “Above the Scenes,” a special 45-minute walking tour from the floor of Fort Fisher to the top of the traverses, along an area normally closed to pedestrians. Tues/Sat, noon. Tickets are $10 for adults and will be sold on a first-come, firstserve basis. Children 12 and under are free. Site officials say a maximum of 25 tickets will be sold each day. No advance tickets sold. Tour participants are encouraged to have proper walking

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Wilmington Water Tours www.wilmingtonwatertours.net 910-338-3134212 South Water St. NC MARITIME MUSEUM CRUISES The NC Maritime Museum at Southport’s popular sunset cruise, 7/26, 6:30-8pm, on 52-foot Scuba South II. Wine, cheese, and a beautiful Southport sunset during an evening cruise along the river.

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OAKDALE CEMETERY TOURS 7/20, 10am-noon: Walking Tour w/Mr. Eric Kozen, Superintendent will take you on a special tour of the cemetery explaining its 150 + year old history. Give you a taste of horticulture specimens along with funerary art and some interesting. $10; limited tickets will be available at the cemetery office. Tour canceled in event of inclement weather.

OAKDALE CEMETERY TOUR Oakdale Cemetery Summer Historical Tour: 10am-12pm every Wed/Sat, through 8/14 (except 7/20). For all ages! Discover the history of Wilmington’s past as you stroll the sacred grounds with Robin Triplett, a retired Cape Fear history teacher. Learn about the woman Confederate spy, the fireman buried with his faithful dog, the girl buried in the keg of whiskey, and much more! RSVP 910-392-6753, Students $3, Adults $8. www.tripwithtriplett.webs.com.

HISTORIC WILMINGTON TOURS Join the Historic Wilmington Foundation on two new guided architectural walking tours. The Streetcar Suburbs Tour showcases Wilmington’s first suburbs, Carolina Place and Carolina Heights. The Forest Hills Tour focuses on architecture and landscape design within Wilmington’s first automobile suburb. Both tours are a great way to experience the Port City’s rich architectural heritage! Every Sat, 10am, through 10/12. Additionally, the Streetcar Suburbs Tour will be held every 1st/3rd Wed. of the month and the Forest Hills Tour will be held every 2nd/4th Wed. of the month. The Streetcar tour begins at 17th & Market at the Coastal Shopping Center and the Forest Hills tour originates at Forest Hills Elementary School, 602 Colonial Dr. $10/person. 1.5 hours so wear comfortable shoes! hwf@historicwilmington.org

or 910-762-2511 HISTORICAL DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON Take a “Trip With Triplett” and learn the history of this wonderful city with a retired Cape Fear History teacher. Any time! 910-392-6753 or email rltriver@yahoo.com. $3/children or $8/adults. www.tripwithtriplett.webs.com/ HENRIETTA III CRUISES An elegant, 3 tiered boat offering sight-seeing, lunch and dinner cruises, site seeing tours and a Sunset Dinner Cruise June-Aug. On the riverfront. April-Oct: Narrated sightseeing cruises 2:30pm 1-1/2 hours Tuesday-Sunday, Narrated lunch cruises 12:00 noon 1-1/2 hours TuesdaySaturday. May-Oct: Murder Mystery Dinner Cruises, Tuesday & Thursday evening 2 hours 6:30 pm; Apr-Dec: Friday evening dinner cruises 2-1/2 hours 7:30 pm, Saturday evening dinner cruises 3 hours 6:30 pm. 343-1611. www.cfrboats.com TOURS OF WWII SITES Wilmington author and military historian Wilbur D. Jones, Jr., now leads customized, personalized guided tours of World War II sites in Southeastern North Carolina. 793-6393 or History@wilburjones.com TOURS OF OLD WILMINGTON Walking tours start at the end of Market and Water streets on the Cape Fear River. Times: 9am, 11am and 1pm, Wed-Sat., or Sun/Mon/Tues by appt. $12 for adults, free for children 12 and under. Seniors are $10. Provide step-on tours for bus tours and group-walking tours. Due to weather, call to check on times etc: 910-409-4300. http://touroldwilmington.blogspot.com GHOST WALK 6:30pm & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Admis-

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Reservations required: 910-794-1866; www. hauntedwilmington.com HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions.Market and Water streets. $12 for adults, $5 per child. (910) 251-8889 or www.horsedrawntours.com HAUNTED COTTON EXCHANGE TOURS Haunted Cotton Exchange Tours: Open 7 days a week, year-round, w/multiple tour guides leading the way, 10am-10pm. Call for specific tour times: 910-409-4300

culinary FARMERS’ MARKETS Fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheese, meats, seafood, honey and more! Schedule: Poplar Grove, Wed, 8-1. Aso features fresh baked goods, pickled okra, peanuts and handcrafted one-of-a-kind gifts such as jewelry, woodcrafts and pottery. Poplar Grove Plantation, 910686-9518. www.poplargrove.com • Riverfront Farmers’ Market open on Water St., downtown, every Sat., 8am-1pm. Food, arts & craft vendors and live music. www.wilmingtondowntown.com/ farmers-market • Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market every Sat., 8am-1pm, around the lake in Carolina Beach. Free parking is provided. Vendors align the lake and an nflux of artists and crafters of all types; live music. carolinabeachfarmersmarket. com. Janet Knott, • Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market: 321 Causeway Dr. (across from old fire station). Fresh NC-grown produce, seafood and other locally produced consumables. A variety

of unique craft vendors have also been added to the market this year. Monday, 8am-1pm, beginning the first Monday in May and continuing through Labor Day. • Town of Leland Farmers’ Market: Located at Leland Town Hall, this market is open every other Sun., 11am-3pm, through the month of Aug. This market is focused on local food and agricultural products. • Oak Island Farmers’ Market, Mondays, 7am-1pm through 9/9. Middletown Park, Oak Island • Southport Waterfront Market, Wednesdays, 8am-1pm, through 9/25. Garrison Lawn in Southport, NC. • St. James Plantation Farmers’ Market, Thurs., through 10/25, 4-7pm, at the Park at Woodlands Park Soccer Field.

FERMENTAL Every Friday: Free wine/beer tasting, 6pm • 7/4, Independence Day Celebration/Beer Tasting. Featuring a star-spangled selection of suds from a selection of our nation’s most beloved micro-brewers. Paired with tasty samplings of Mercer’s Wine Ice Cream and live music provided by the acoustic genius of Garret James outside in the beer garden, this patriotic Thursday also includes watermelon ale on draught, a visit from a local grill master as well as a perfect view of the Ogden fireworks display. Fermental, 7250B Market St. 910-821-0362. fermental.net.

COOKING CLASSES Cape Fear Wine and Food Club (memberships $15/year) classes are demonstrations. All classes include a generous portion of the menu items and wine pairing samples for adults. Takes place at Seasoned Gourmet, 1930 Eastwood Rd.7/7, 2pm: Master It: Shrimp $25.

Hands-on practice to properly clean shrimp and prepare them to perfection a number of ways, including sautéed, butter- poached, steamed, and

grilled. • 7/9, 6:30pm: Catch the Food Truck with Chef Keith Rhodes $45. Secrets to some of the great dishes you can catch on his food truck. • 7/14, 2pm: Master It: Homemade Cow Tales and Tootsie Rolls $20. Hands-on class to make soft, chewy candies—a fun rainy-day project to share with the kids. • 7/18, 6:30pm: Shrimp on the Barbie with Liz Biro$45. Liz shares her favorite grilled shrimp recipes. • 7/20, 11am: Southern Seaside Supper with Susan Boyles $40. Local summer favorites in one easy-to-prepare meal. • 7/24, 6:30pm: Full-Flavor Vegetarian Cooking with Liz Biro $45. Years of cooking for vegetarian friends have taught Wilmington food writer Liz Biro a thing or two about meatless meals. Get full-flavor tips and recipes. • 7/25, 2pm: Master It: Just

7/9: TEMPARNILLO AND BEYOND!

Spanish wines are de-li-cious! Fragrant and smooth, bold flavors backed by amazing value! Taste the Olive will teach you all about them and their glorious popularity which is on the rise stateside. Join them on July 9th at 6:30 p.m. for their wine class “Temparnillo and Beyond!” The class is $35 a person and will explore the wine-producing regions in Spain. Attendants must be 21 with ID to participate as lots of great tastings will be taking place, too. The class are at The Olive Cafe and Wine Bar at 1125 Military Cutoff Road in the Forum. Call 910-256-OILS to reserve your space. the Frosting $30. Hands-on class covering all the basics of making your cake frosting smooth and beautiful, and learning a few tricks for piping embellishments onto the finished product for a nice presentation. Quick & Easy Buttercream Frosting,

an offset spatula, pastry bag will be used. Take your spatula and your Baby Cake home to enjoy (serves 2-3). • 7/31, 6:30pm: French Riviera for Foodies with Susan Boyles $45. Menu inspired by classic French cuisine but made with local ingredients.

TASTE THE OLIVE Monthly Yappy Hour last Wednesday of the month—a monthly party for canines and their companions. Pooches, hounds and pups enjoy complimentary hand-made dog biscuits and lapping up refreshing libation, 6-8pm. • Summer Wine Classes, 6:30pm at The Olive Cafe & Wine Bar. Must be at least 21 w/ID. Space limited reservations rqd. • 7/9: Temparnillo and Beyond!

Spanish wines have been gaining prominence.

Explore the various wine producing regions of Spain and taste some true value wines made in the classic European style. $35/person • 7/16, Bubbles, Oh How We Love Bubbles! Explore the different methods used to add the sparkle to the wine that we love tickling our tongue and how it is classified. After this class you will really know how to celebrate in style! $35/person • 7/23: Mi Piace il Vino Italiano—Italy leads the world in wine production. Discover how to make the wines of Italy a little less intimidating by learning about the primary grapes along with a bit of geography and the Italian wine classification system. $40/person • 7/30: G-S-M—Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre are three noble grape varietals that are widely planted throughout the world, yet underappreciated by most budding wine drinkers.

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DUPLIN WINERY 7/13, 3:30-7:45pm: Comedy Show with Jerry Carroll. Tickets: $45/person (includes tour and tasting) Duplin Winery, 505 N. Sycamore St. Rose Hill, NC. 800-774-9634 PANCAKE BREAKFAST The Pancake Breakfast will be held on Saturday, 7/13, 7:30-11am, at Trinity UMC Family Center at 4008 South College Rd (next to Cape Fear Academy). The Celebrity Chef will be Bishop Hope Ward who is the bishop of the NC Conference of the United Methodist Church. She has requested that all the proceeds go to Stop Hunger Now, an organization that packages meals to feed those in need. In November 2013, Stop Hunger Now will be coordinating an event called Cape Fear Million at Trask Coliseum where 1 million meals will be assembled. Menu includes all the pancakes, sausage, cooked apples, coffee, juice that you can eat for $5/person.

TAPS FOR CHARITY Carolina Brewery will be serving 27 craft beers on tap Sat., 7/20,at Fat Tony’s Italian Pub, 131 N. Front St. All proceeds will benefit Wrightsville Beach charity, Hope From Helen (www.hopefromhelen.com).Handcrafted beers, live music, a cornhole tournament with Carolina Brewery Long board Skateboard as Grand Prize and multiple raffles with the drawing for the “Sky Blue Golden Ale” surfboard raffle at 7pm. Fun starts at 11am. wblivesurf.com PORT CITY SWAPPERS Port City Swappers is a monthly food and beverage swap where members of a community share homemade, homegrown, or foraged foods with each other. Swaps allow direct trades to take place between attendees, e.g., a loaf of bread for a jar of pickles or a half-dozen backyard eggs. No cash is exchanged, and no goods are sold. Diversify your pantry and go home happy and inspired while meeting your neighbors! facebook.com/ PortCitySwappers. 7/28.

ARIES (21 Mar. – 20 April): In his book “The Fisher King and the Handless Maiden,” Robert Johnson says many of us are as much in debt with our psychic energy, as we are with our financial life.

We work too hard. We rarely refresh ourselves with silence, slowness and peace. We don’t get enough sleep, good food or exposure to nature. So we’re routinely using up more of our reserves than we are able to replenish. We’re chronically running a deficit.

“It is genius to store energy,” Johnson says. He recommends creating a plan to save it up so that you always have more than enough to draw on when an unexpected opportunity arrives. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to make this a habit, Aries.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In the course of your long life, I estimate you will come up with approximately 60,000 really good ideas. Some of these are small, like those that help you decide how to spend your weekend. Some are big, like those that reveal the best place for you to live. As your destiny unfolds, you go through phases when you have fewer good ideas than average, and other phases when you’re overflowing with them. The period you’re in right now is one of the latter. You are a fountain of bright notions, intuitive insights and fresh perspectives. Take advantage of the abundance.

Solve as many riddles and dilemmas as you can.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): No one knows the scientific reasons why long-distance runners sometimes get a “second wind.” Nonetheless, such a thing exists. It allows athletes to resume their peak efforts after seemingly having reached a point of exhaustion. According to my reading of the astrological omens, a metaphorical version of this happy event will occur for you sometime soon, Gemini.

You made a good beginning but have been flagging a bit of late. Any minute now, though, I expect you will get your second wind.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): Thomas Gray was a renowned 18th-century English poet best remembered for his “Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard.” It was a short poem—only 986 words, which is less than the length of this horoscope column. On the other hand, it took him seven years to write it, or an average of 12 words per month. I suspect that you are embarking on a labor of love that will evolve at a gradual pace, too, Cancerian. It might not occupy you for seven years, but it will probably take longer than you imagine. Yet, that’s exactly how long it should take. This is a character-building, lifedefining project that can’t and shouldn’t be rushed.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The 18th-century German philosopher Georg Christoph Lichtenberg ac-

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cepted the possibility that some humans have the power of clairvoyance. “The ‘second sight’ possessed by the Highlanders in Scotland is actually a foreknowledge of future events,” he wrote. “I believe they possess this gift because they don’t wear trousers. That is also why in all countries women are more prone to utter prophecies.” I bring this to your attention, Leo, because I believe that in the coming weeks you’re likely to catch accurate glimpses of what’s to come—especially when you’re not wearing pants.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Were you nurtured well by caring adults in the first year of your life? If so, I bet you now have the capacity to fix whatever’s ailing your tribe or posse. You could offer some inspiration that will renew everyone’s motivation to work together. You might improve the group communication as you strengthen the foundation that supports you all. What about if you were not given an abundance of tender love as a young child? I think you will still have the power to raise your crew’s mood, but you may end up kicking a few butts along the way.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Summing up his experiment in living at Walden Pond, naturalist Henry David Thoreau said this: “I learned that if one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours. He will pass an invisible boundary; new, universal, and more liberal laws will begin to establish themselves around and within him; or the old laws will be expanded, and interpreted in his favor in a more liberal sense, and he will live with the license of a higher order of beings.” Given the astrological factors that will be impacting your life in the next 12 months, Libra, you might consider adopting this philosophy as your own.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Thirteen thousand years ago, lions, mammoths and camels roamed parts of North America. Along with many other large beasts, they ultimately became extinct.

Possible explanations for their demise include climate change and over-hunting by humans. In recent years a group of biologists proposed a plan to repopulate the western part of the continent with similar species; they call their idea “re-wilding.” In the coming months, Scorpio, I suggest you consider a re-wilding program of your own. Cosmic forces will be on your side if you reinvigorate your connection to the raw, primal aspects of both your own nature and the great outdoors.

Russia’s greatest poet? Many critics say it was Alexander Pushkin, who lived in the 19th century. His abundant creativity was undoubtedly related to his unruly libido. By the time he was 31 years old, he’d had 112 lovers. Then he met his ultimate muse, the lovely and intelligent Natalya Goncharova, to whom he remained faithful. “Without you,” he wrote to her, “I would have been unhappy all my life.” I halfexpect something comparable to happen for you in the next 10 months, Sagittarius. You may either find an unparalleled ally or else finally ripen your relationship with an unparalleled ally you’ve known for a while. One way or another, I bet you will commit yourself deeper and stronger.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It’s Grease Week—a time when you need to make sure everything is as well-oiled as possible. Does your car need a quart of Castrol? Is it time to bring more extra virgin olive oil into your kitchen? Do you have any K-Y Jelly in your nightstand, just in case? Are there creaky doors or stuck screws or squeaky wheels that could use some WD-40? Be liberal with the lubrication, Capricorn—both literally and metaphorically. You need smooth procedures and natural transitions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Two years into the War of 1812, British soldiers invaded Washington, D.C. They set fire to the White House and other government buildings. The flames raged out of control, spreading in all directions. The entire city was in danger of burning. In the nick of time, a fierce storm hit, producing a tornado and heavy rains. Most of the fires were extinguished. Battered by the weather, the British army retreated. America’s capital was saved. I predict that you, Aquarius, will soon be the beneficiary of a somewhat less dramatic example of this series of events. Give thanks for the “lucky storm.”

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Like the legendary Most Interesting Man in the World who shills for Dos Equis beer, you will never step in gum on the sidewalk or lose a sock in the coming weeks. Your cereal will never get soggy; it’ll sit there, staying crispy, just for you. The pheromones you secrete will affect people miles away. You’ll have the power to pop open a piñata with the blink of your eye. If you take a Rorschach test, you’ll ace it. Ghosts will sit around campfires telling stories about you. Cafes and restaurants may name sandwiches after you.

If you so choose, you’ll be able to live vicariously through yourself. You will give your guardian angel a sense of security.

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MISS CASTLE HAYNE TEA PARTY AND SOCIAL Miss Castle Hayne Tea Party and Ice Cream Social takes place Sun., 7/28, 2-4pm, at St. Stanislaus Parish Hall, 4849 Castle Hayne Rd. Princess tea and party attire please. Silent auction, southern tea fare, entertainment, door prizes, best hat and dressed contest for children; best hat for adults. Adv tickets: $10, misscatlehayne@ yahoo.com or 910-264-1812. $15 day of.

HOMEBREW SUPPLY COMPANY Free craft beer tasting every Friday 4pm-7pm • Free all-grain brewing demonstration Every Saturday starting at 1:30pm at Wilmington Homebrew Supply, 4405-A Wrightsville Ave. wilmingtonhomebrew.com PORT CITY RIB FEST 2013 8/9-11: AKA Entertainment and Good Vibes Brewery present Port City RibFest will begin on the banks of the Cape Fear River, downtown. National barbecue and music festival will join sister events, the Texas Pete Twin RibFest in WinstonSalem and the East West BBQ Fest in Greensboro, in competition. National BBQ teams, from TX to TN, including locals Poor Piggy’s, will sell their BBQ and compete against each other for bragging rights. Many of these “Ribbers” have been featured on several national TV networks including the Food Channel and TLC and Discovery Channel’s “Pitmaster”s. 700 N. Front St. $7 adult, $5 seniors, children free. Lunch admission Friday, 11am-3pm only, $1. Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun, noon-5pm. No pets, weapons, coolers or outside food; lawn chairs welcome. www.portcityribfest.com SOUTHERN COOKING: HIGH AND LOW “Southern Cooking, High and Low: A Short His-

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tory of the Cuisine of the South” with John Beck.

Thurs., 8/15, 6:30pm. Join the Bellamy in welcoming historian, author, and professor Dr. John Beck as he presents his history of Southern food.

Free lecture open to the public. Cost: Free! 910251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org FEAST DOWN EAST BUYING CLUB Enjoy the quality, value and convenience of the Feast Down East Buying Club. It costs nothing to join. The benefits are immeasurable. It is a great way to eat healthier, while knowing you support your local farm families and community. Log on at www.FeastDownEast.org and start buying fresh local food, sourced from Southeastern NC farms.

Choose a pick-up spot, and check out at the online cashier and you are done! Orders must be placed by 11am Monday for Thursday delivery.

Consumer pickup is Thursday 3:30-6pm at: the Cameron Art Museum, THE POD (located next to Dunkin Donuts on UNCW campus) or the Burgaw Historic Train Depot.

WILMINGTON WINE SHOP Join us to sample five new delicious wines we’ve brought in just for our customers during Free Friday Wine Tasting, 5-8pm. Have a bottle or glass of your favorite with friends afterwards in our cozy shop or on the back deck. And beer lovers don’t fret, we’ve got a fridge full of craft and microbrews. 605 Castle St. 910-202-4749. www.wilmingtonwine.net.

NONI BACA WINERY Tasting room open seven days a week, 10am-9pm (Mon-Sat) and 12-5pm (Sun.). Taste a flight of 6 or 9 wines with complementary souvenir glass; with over 70 wines made on premise to sample at any time, there is something for everyone. Served by the glass or the bottle. • Tuesday and Wednes-

day Winemaker’s Special. Three 3 oz. pours of any wine at a very special price. • Thursday-Saturday: Specials at the bar on glasses and bottles of wine that run all day, but the crowd begins to gather around 7pm. Craft beer selection, too. We also make special label wines for weddings, corporate gifting, birthdays, reunions, or any event.

910-397-7617.

RED BANK WINE Red Bank’s wine of the week, Sat., 1-4pm. 1001 International Dr. 910-256-9480.

FORTUNATE GLASS Free Wine Tasting, Tues. 6-8 p.m. • Sparkling Wine Specials & Discounted Select Bottles, Wed. & Thurs. • Monthly Food & Wine Pairing Events. 29 South Front St. CAPE FEAR WINE AND BEER Mon Flight Night: $18 for nine 4 oz. samples of local, nationally-renowned & international brews.

Also, Massage Monday: $10 for a ten-minute shift with our licensed, registered therapist Josh Lentz. • Tues., DIY Trivia with our host Greg Jaeger. Prizes include beer from us and gift certificates from AzioMedia and Memory Lane Comics.

9 PM. $1 off all glasses of wine, ciders, and mead.

• Wed: YouTube Video Competition. Submit the wackiest, funniest, zaniest video & win a bomber of beer & a Chop’s Deli sandwich! Hosted by Captain Video. 9pm; select $10 pitchers. • Thurs: Beer Infusement Thursday. Come see what ingredients Randall the Enamel Animal is enhancing upon delicious beer. 9pm. Also, Thrifty Thursday: select $3 bottles and $1 off select draft. • Fri.: Bartender’s pick. You never know what you’re gonna get! • Sat.: Think local, drink local. $1 off all bottled NC beers. • Sun: Beer Church Purchase select beer and keep your glass for free.

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CULINARY ADVENTURES TOUR Eat your way through Wilmington’s food history and delights! Culinary Adventures Tour with food writer/chef Liz Biro; under a mile, wear comfortable shoes. Top Chef Farmers Market Tour and Cooking Class, Heart of Downtown, Drinks Downtown, Downtown Brunch Stroll, Foodie Shopping Tour, Custom and Special Group Tours and more! $25 and up! www.lizbiro.com. 910545-8055

THE WINE SAMPLER Every week we have five wines available to taste during sampling hours, Thurs., 3-8 pm, Fri., 3-8pm, and Sat., 11am-7pm. Each week we arrange a set of five wines, which we offer a 10% discount as well toward purchase. 4107-C Oleander Dr. (910) 796-WINE (9463). thewinesampler.com

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