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Check out the latest on local indie flicks, festivals and more that are continuing to breathe life into local film despite the cut in incentives. Among local film projects is Working Films’ environmentally minded “Fracking Stories.“ Pictured above: a still from “Dr. Theo Colborn,” one of the six shorts in Fracking Stories.

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ithout question one of the hotbutton economic issues of our state, and the Cape Fear region, especially, in the last year has been the battle of the film incentives. If you are just tuning in: NC had a competitive film incentive package that offered a 25 percent rebate on money spent in the state.To be clear: A production had to spend money here in order to qualify for the incentive and the amount of money it received back was in direct proportion to the amount of money they spent. Last year the NC General Assembly passed a bill to change the incentive from a rebate to a grant program, with a specific cap on funds available—namely, $10 million in total for productions filmed in the state. The Wall Street Journal noted last year that the $5 million per production cap would be a quarter of what locally filmed “Iron Man 3” received from the rebate, effectively ending any hope of luring additional pictures of that size and scope. WSJ also pointed out that “Iron Man 3” directly employed 2,377 people. Stop and think about that: 2,377 people, from the famous (Robert

Downey Jr. and Gwenyth Paltrow) to the unsung heroes of craft service to background actors. In comparison to the $10 million grant program, the Star News reports around $60 million was the average annual tax rebate payout to the film industry for NC. Let’s say the announcement of the grant program—which was presented as a “compromise” between the incentive program and killing film altogether—was met with groans last year by anyone who has ever benefited financially from the film industry in the state. However, there seems to be some good news on the horizon ... sort of. A bill passed the NC House last week that would increase the film grant program from $10 million annually to $40 million. It’s not the $60 million we would hope for, and indeed the bills introduced by Rep. Ted Davis and Michael Lee asked for $66 million. But that is what legislature is about: compromise and certainly a four-fold increase over the original grant amount—all of which has been used up already. It is promising news that at least the NC House recognizes the importance of

Ruminating on film incentives and the level of its impact on our local economy By: Gwenyfar rohler

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the film industry to our state and understands the impact its loss can and already has had (we’ve lost “Sleepy Hollow” and “Secret and Lies,” which were series filmed locally, not to mention an influx of films that won’t even consider us now as a location because incentives in other states are so much better). The bill still has to go to the NC Senate, which means there is plenty of time for them to gut it. The NC Senate has not held money that the film industry brings into this state in high regard. The $10 million grant fund was allocated quickly, with the largest portion going to “Under the Dome” ($5 million). Port City Daily reported that two other productions, one in the western part of the state and one in Charlotte, split the remaining $5 million. I knew the “slow down” in the film industry was coming, but looking back at the bookstore’s accounting for the first half of the year and comparing it to last year, I was startled by the vast disparity. Then, Beth Giles walked in from “Under the Dome” for a book rental — and I almost cried because I knew it was going to be that last one we would have for a while. Yes, there will be small, independent projects that do a few book rentals here and there, but as for doing 200 feet at a time—the kind of checks that pay for payroll for the month? No, it’s going to be while. I say “a while” because I do firmly believe the NC General Assembly will slowly, quietly inch the incentive back to a point that brings work back to the state. When Canada and other states enacted incentives, it took NC a few years to get onboard, but we did and became competitive again. We have seen this cycle before, and eventually basic survival skills will kick in and the valuable asset that is the film package—production, tourism, education, and support services—will become too tempting to resist. Star News reported that in 2013 film productions spent $241 million in this state. Of that, $63.5 million was received in rebates. In 2014 our tri-county area saw $137 million in film spending. $137 million. What was the problem again? Oh, right. We hate prosperity that spreads throughout the entire community. I forgot. Because film money really does spread far and wide, it is not just more than 4,000 professional jobs related to production that are impacted by its loss. The bartenders, antiquestore owners, waitresses, hotel workers—everyone gets affected. But that is something we have preached so often, our encore readers can recite the mantra. Not only has the NC House given us hope that the NC General Assembly might come around sooner rather than later, but the continued number of independent projects in production is incredibly heartening. Part of that comes from the strong film programs at both CFCC and UNCW. UNCW recently announced it received approval form the board of governors to add an MFA in film to the department. Already, we draw people from all over the country to come here for the film program. Now, the pool will expand to include

older film students who will have to produce several films in order to graduate—which will put multiple, smaller projects into production in the community. But what will keep them here—to pay for housing, food, shop for basic needs, and eventually pay taxes back to our state—if there isn’t work here? Another, unexplored aspect of this is that drawing a larger pool of people to Wilmington has long been one of the benefits of the film industry. From the Dino de Laurentiis days of the Italians and Brits (and a smaller group of Canadians), the film world has brought people here that have widened and expanded our community, its reach and world view. And that doesn’t even cover the tourists from all over the world who come here because of “Dawson’s Creek” and “One Tree Hill.” Did you know we had a convention for “One Tree Hill” here just a few months ago? I’m not kidding: The city was overrun by teen girls trying to buy copies of “Julius Caesar” for Chad Michael Murray to sign. I had one young lady from Seattle tell me it was her only vacation this year. When someone travels that far, he or she needs a hotel room and food to eat. Not to mention, they spend money like water and take pictures constantly to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, which is an even greater draw to our area. It was so successful that another “One Tree Hill” convention has been scheduled for August. (The Diamond Ticket Package—parties with the cast, autographs, etc.—price tag? $795. I am clearly in the wrong business. Sheesh.) According to the NC Department of Commerce, in 2013 domestic travelers in NC spent $20.2 billion (yes, with a “B”). Obviously a portion of that is generated by film (the Nicholas Sparks Tour seems an obvious outgrowth of film and tourism). The NC Museum of History’s exhibit of NC film, titled “Starring North Carolina! 100 years, 3,000 films” is open through September. I personally, highly recommend a trip to Raleigh to see it. While you’re there, why not invite a NC Senator to join you? It’s only a few hundred feet from the NC General Assembly, after all. If I had my way, the interactive map of NC counties that shows which films were made where in NC would tour the offices of the NC General Assembly—because every one of our 100 counties in the state have had film crews there and benefited from the money it generates. Cross your fingers, and call your state senator about the vote on the film-grant increase. It is money that we get back over and over again in long-term spending and investment. On a local level, a lot of organizations, collectives, independent filmmakers, and festivals still work toward strengthening our decades-long film scene. They feed a vast pool of creative talent that reside here. Though on a larger scale things may seem dismal, locally, people keep on fulfilling a passion that has defined a large portion of our locale. Meet a few of the players over the next few pages of encore—each of whom are continuing the fight and drive to keep film alive.

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Women’s collective brings cinematic visions to life

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ccording to the 17th annual Celluloid Ceiling report of 2014, “women comprised 17 percent of all directors, writers, producers, executive producers, editors, and cinematographers working on the top 250 (domestic) grossing films.” Even more surprising than the numbers themselves: They hadn’t changed since 1998. The report also found only 7 percent were women directors (a mere 1 percent increase from 2013 but down 2 percent from 1998). Thus in 2014, 93 percent of films didn’t have female directors. The statistics are telling: Cinema is still relegated by a man’s world, essentially. Locally, the Wilmington Female Film Collective (WilmFFilm) upstarted to fight against the numbers, all the while allowing women and non-gender identifying members to find a nurturing network group that can help see their film projects from inception to completion. Founded by Rebecca Busch (encore’s previous humor columnist) and Monika WintersSanchez, the women launched WilmFFilm after showcasing their film “Got No Fetish” at Cucalorus last year. “We started talking with other female filmmakers and felt women were clearly underrepresented in the filmmaking world,” Busch says. “We thought it would be pretty fantastic and empowering if we could hook up with other like-minded women and make movies.” They brought into the mix UNCW association professor of film studies Shannon Silva, and within mere months grew the collective to over 260 members. They meet every second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Action Center on Castle Street. “Each meeting thus far has had a general focus: sound, acting, directing, etc.,” Busch tells. “Occasionally, we have meetings where a member will bring in a works-in- progress, typically a screenplay, which we will read aloud together and provide feedback for the writer. Anyone who is working on a project is able to discuss it and request feedback, and occasionally provide updates at future meetings.” They host guest speakers frequently, too, which allows members insight into the industry. They’ve held a sound workshop by Alex Markowski, as well as a directing actors workshop with filmmaker Erica Dunton. They’ve covered screenwriting, script breakdown, documentary production, sound, and more. Meetings will break for July but reconvene in August. Through the summer, they will hold a workshop series. “We designed it to teach our members how to make movies with what they have—

guerilla filmmaking, if you will,” Busch says. “These are all hands-on workshops.” They’ll cover everything from “Filming With Your DSLR” to “Filming With Your iPhone.” Workshops will be held on acting, marketing a film, desiging a web page for a film, and more. Workshops are free for members that have paid their dues, which is $10 a year. Otherwise, nonmembers pay $10. Requirements to become a voting member—to be granted a voice on decisions—entail annual membership dues and 10 hours of volunteer service toward the group, to be completed within a year. Their mission overall is to create an environemnt driven by diversity and that allows members to see to fruition their cinematic goals. “Through educational opportunities, mentoring, and a supportive creative community, WilmFFilm aims to galvanize and expand womens’ contribution to filmmaking,” Busch adds. Insofar, they’ve had quite a few success stories. During one meeting, member Tanya Fermin found her first assistant director, sound engineer, writing partner, location, and other crew members to finish her first short film, “The Arrangements.” Fermin is now embarking on her first feature, “Senses,” with many WilmFFilms members onboard. “This group inspires and motivates me to realize my dreams of filmmaking,” Fermin says—“the camaraderie with these women who love film and having our stories on screen unites us. With the wealth of knowledge and expertise they bring to the table, I am able make this movie, my first feature, with confidence.” Another member, Natalie Lentz, is directing her first music video. “WilmFFilm members assisted in preproduction and are crewing her project,” Busch says. As well, Busch and WintersSanchez will cull WilmFFilm members to help shoot their second short, “Killer Bee’s,” this September. “Many of our members work in the film industry and their lives have been seriously impacted by the thoughtless cut in NC film incentives,” Busch admits. “WilmFFilm is about creating opportunities for our members to make their own movies, film their documentaries and shoot their experimental films. If we start taking control of our own futures in filmmaking and get our foot in the door, then we can hold the door open for other female filmmakers. And by virtue of creating our own projects, our filmmaking community will continue to work, and hopefully new possibilities will take hold to allow us to not only weather this storm but find a calmer more abundant sea in our own backyard.” Folks can learn more about WilmFFilm on their Facebook page, where they list all meetings and workshops. —Shea Carver

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Anghus Houvouras prepares to release first web series

n 2012 Anghus Houvouras (encore’s film reviewer, local filmmaker, screenwriter, and author) published his first graphic novel, “EXE: Executable File.” The story follows a madman called “The Artist” who, basically, uses a QR code to flip society on its trenches of normalcy and into a vortex of suffering. Having published novels (“The Fence Mender,” “My Career Suicide Note”) and written and directed a host of films, from shorts to features (“Fearsome,” “20 Funerals,” “Murder Monologue,” “Cockroach,” “The Ballad of Brooklyn North Carolina”), Houvouras will now embark on his first web series based on the sci-fi story. In March Houvouras shot “EXE: Executable File” over a long weekend with a small crew of people in his home and on a shoestring budget. The project was created with the help of director of photography and producer Babette Siobahn and talent from Cape Fear Community College. The series stars local actors Nate Panning, Adam Poole, Meredith Jackson, Rocco Poveromo, and Tanner Martinelli. Houvouras directed. “I took a whole new approach to ‘EXE,’” Houvouras tells, “working with new people, new voices, and trying something completely different in terms of material. The comic is very large and bombastic. . . . I had an idea how to tell a much more grounded version of the story that kept all the fun elements but didn’t require $100 million dollars.” His adaptation takes on the Internet as a social virus created by The Artist. “He wants to give the gift of ‘inspiration,’” Houvouras clarifies. “A weaponized email removes inhibitions and turns members of society into what they most want to be. For some, it’s a blessing. For others, it’s a curse.” The series introduces the audience to a core of leads, including a hero and villian. In episode one, folks will meet Detective Lawrence Cash, who’s apathetic about living in a world worth saving. “He’s depressed, burnt out on medications and finding it difficult to deal with his wife’s sunny disposition,” Houvouras describes. “He’s called in to try and talk down a teenager who has just shot up a movie theater.” Each episode will bring in new victims and tell their stories. There are plot twists and new people introduced within an ongoing story arc. “It allows us to tell a complete story every episode but build on the mythology of the world we’re trying to create,” Houvouras says. “Episodic content presents its own challenges. You have to make sure you tell enough to warrant the existence of every

EXE WEB SERIES: Screenshot from Anghus Houvouras’ web-based series, “EXE: Executive File.” Photo by Anghus Houvouras

episode but leave the audience wanting more at the end—little cliffhangers, something that makes the anticipation between episodes unbearable.” This is Houvouras’ seventh production he has shot locally (he has done nine in total) since moving here 15 years ago. In fact, he has seen the rise and decline of the film industry before in Wilmington. While some view the independent sector of our scene still having momentum, Houvouras says it’s a symbiotic relationship between the bigger budgets and smaller films which feed each other healthfully. “When you have large films and TV series in town, it allows young filmmakers and aspiring crew members an environment in which to flourish,” he explains. “It also allows the smaller independent productions to benefit from professional crew members who often work on smaller projects in their spare time. I have personally benefitted from it.” However, Houvouras is quick to point out the independent scene’s strength, too: Without a doubt, it will exist regardless of the larger industry’s stamp locally. It just may be a rougher road to travel. “The independents here are like the minor league baseball team,” Houvouras compares—“learning, developing, and trying to hone their skills. Without the mainstream film industry, we don’t have a major-league team to keep the program moving in the right direction.” Still, it’s not keeping him from his passion. Houvouras’ goal with “EXE: Executable File” is to launch full production of the series by the end of the year. “The subject matter lends itself well to digital distribution,” Houvouras notes. “The finished product will end up online for the world to see. If there’s enough interest, we’ll make more. Frankly, I love the story and the crew who helped put it together. I want to get the band back together and tell more stories of debauchery in the digital age.” —Shea Carver

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‘Finding Home’ starts production at end of June

n abundance of local, independent productions get underway each year in Wilmington. Despite the cut of film incentives, there’s a homegrown crew that’s willing to devote a multitude of long, hard days and hours that go into making a film. Such passionate, steadfast people have made Dock Street Productions’ “Finding Home” a possibility. The production will be completed throughout a 14-day shoot held later this month, with 5 percent of the funds procured from a Film 5k run the organization put on last month. The run helped raise awareness about the continued presence of film on our local scene despite state government’s interference to do away with our prior competitive film incentive package. Dock Street Productions’ Kickstarter campaign raised around $12,000 for the production as well. The film—which is set to premiere this November as part of a series of National Adoption Day events—looks to examine what a home really is. “I asked my actors to think about their house as a blank canvas,” screenwriter, director and Brunswick County PE teacher Nick Westfall tells. “’Now what is the very first thing you would have to have in your house in order to

call it home?’” The story takes a closer look at values and delves deep into understanding what does make a home comfortable. “When you’re born into a house that represents all of your parents’ values, then that’s whats normal to you,” Westfall continues. “When you’re adopted, say at the age of 10, you’ve already started developing your own values, so it’s up to you and your adoptive parents to find common ground.” Westfall says this story is perfect for the film medium, which he received a masters in from Full Sail University. “It will inform people of the adoption process while giving them a inquiry into values,” he notes. Westfall moved to Wilmington from Holden Beach in November 2014. Coming from a mother who was adopted, he knows first-hand the struggles many children face. As such, he was inspired to address the myriad misconceptions surrounding adoption and the foster care system with a script. His passion-filled script attracted the attention of now-assistant director Amber Adams. Despite talented, hard-working film enthusiasts fleeing our town for work—most of them relocating to Georgia, which is brimming with

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Cucalorus calls for entries for festival 21

n 1994 Wilmington witnessed the birth of a cinematic tradition that has grown from a one-night film festival in its first year to the sprawling four-day, five-night swirl of international and local filmmakers, indie flicks, shorts, installations, dance performances, and more. Cucalorus is much more than a typical film festival: It’s a multi-venue, citywide extravaganza. The masterminds behind the filmic monster thrive on ushering in artistic mediums of all kinds, as well as going to painstaking lengths to ensure participating visionaries from across the globe can attend the festival with little-to-no cost. In doing so, the festival becomes larger than the parts of its whole. Community and connectivity is the name of the game. From local independent film workers, to newcomers, to returning filmmakers, the tides of passion rise each year, as ideas are shared and long-term friendships or partnerships are made. While networking is certainly a huge part of Cucalorus, attendees gain more than a collection of business cards: A sense of wonder and openness in the air infects people who attend even one screen-

ing. Wilmington long has been a haven for independent film, and with Cucalorus, the Port City and its residents get to show off to the world over. With two decades under its belt, submissions have begun pouring in from all over the world for this year’s Cucalorus. Turning the big 2-1, Cucalorus will hit the legal drinking age come November 11. According to Zoë VanDerPloeg, Cuc’s new communications coordinator, there certainly will be some cocktails worthy of the milestone. But first programming the festival is of utmost importance. “We had 1,713 entries last year,” VanDerPloeg says. “We expect to get a similar amount for Cuc’ 21.” They officially began accepting submissions in April and thus far have wrangled in 663. The regular submission deadline is June 24, and Wilmington residents can submit for free. Those who can’t make the regular deadline need not fret, as late submissions will be accepted until July 15, and an extended deadline will last through July 29. (Want to submit? www.cucalorus. org.) As well Dance-a-lorus submissions

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film work—finding a crew was less painstaking than Westfall assumed. He lauds the investment his cast and crew have shown toward the film; their connectivity has driven its completion. “I [gather] the entire cast and crew around and [we] grab each others’ shoulders while I try to come up with some philosophical quote I either stole from Henry David Thoreau or Robert Pirsig,” Westfall informs. “That’s how we end every meeting! Then we all put our hands in the middle like a basketball team and say something like, ‘Finding Home’ on three. It seems cheesy but having a positive cast and crew is so important to me as a director.” The film stars local talents Abel Zukerman, Cullen Moss, Tamara Mercer, and Lee Williams. They’re still looking for extras and a few crew members (email findinghome.ilm@gmail. are due by July 29, and it’s free of charge for all to submit. Each year the abundance of submissions is narrowed down to approximately 250 films—around 140 of which are shorts. And with those, over-200 films and a host of talent—writers, directors, editors, cinematographers—can see just what Wilmington has to offer. As well, the 10x10 Filmmaking Challenge will continue for 2015. Originally becoming a part of Cucalorus in 2011, the program was conceptualized by Norwood Cheek as part of a retrospective on his work. This year the challenge will pair 10 filmmakers with 10 entrepreneurs to shoot a short in less than a week, which will fortify the bond between filmmakers and businesses. Local businesses laud the support and capital gains out-of-town and local productions give. The competition comes in conjunction with a partnership between the kooky Cucalorians and Castle Branch Corp.’s tekMountain incubator and the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at UNCW. The application deadline is Wednesday, June 10 at 11:43 p.m. Also returning this year will be Cucalorus’ gnarly sister festival, “Surfalorus,” which will take place in the Outer Banks October 1 through 3. The submission deadlines are the same as the regular Cucalorus submission windows.

com). Westfall wants the film to create social change in the world of adoption and enlighten audiences to a struggle that often is ignored. It won’t be the first movie Westfall has made on social issues; he made one on bullying at the behest of his 5th-grade students with 30 crew members. While “Change, a Virginia Williamson Story” only made it online on YouTube. He has greater expectations for “Finding Home.” “I believe faith is leaps and bounds ahead of hope, so I’ll say I have faith in ‘Finding Home’ getting distribution, having a wonderful festival circuit, and becoming a significant source of raising awareness to the social issues surrounding adoption,” Westfall comments. “More importantly, like I tell my crew and often have to tell myself, we’re going to make a movie that we’d like to see. That’s the only thing within our control.” When it comes to filming, the production will be spending a the vast majority of their funds in Wilmington. Craft services, equipment, locations, costuming and other needs funnel money throughout the local economy. And Dock Street Productions already has their sights on project number two that will be filmed here. They’re on the brink of finishing the script, a social-issues project tentatively titled “Self Help.” —Christian Podgaysky “We have received some incredible support from Dare County to make this happen; although, we do have a Surfalorus outreach screening in the works for Wilmington sometime this summer,” VanDerPloeg mentions. Their Surfalorus outreach screening will take place Thursday, July 16 at Wrightsville Beach Park (1 Bob Sawyer Dr.) at 8 p.m. Music from Selah Dubb will play in the park prior to the screening. VanDerPloeg also comments that Cucalorus is ablaze with their 2015 sponsorship campaign. The deadline to sponsor Cuc’ 21 is July 1. “We’re always looking for new sponsors to support Cucalorus and come enjoy the festival,” she says. In order to tide folks over until the official festival, Cucalorus will be offering a slew of summertime events. This Friday, June 12, the short-film compilation “Fracking Stories” will play at Jengo’s Playhouse (815 Princess St.) at 7 p.m. (see full story on Working Films page 9). The free screening will be followed by the free closing reception for the multi-media installation “Water Warriors” by Michael Premo and Andrew Stern at Wabi Sabi Warehouse (19 North 9th St.). Additionally, Cucalorus will take their Pop-Up Cinema Series to various locations downtown, and films on Saturdays throughout the September. Stay tuned for more details. —Christian Podgaysky

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Working Films take on fracking in NC

n early May, the moratorium on fracking in NC lifted. Not even a month later, Working Films—a local nonprofit that brings issues of social and environemental injustices to light via film—will host a free screening of “Fracking Stories” at Jengo’s Playhouse on Friday, June 12 at 7 p.m. Fracking essentially allows for drilling and shale-gas exploration, whether it be in rural counties or along the southeastern shoreboard. NC is the nation’s 34th state to green light hydraulic fracturing. “‘Fracking Stories’ is a compilation of six short films that expose the public-health and environmental consequences of hydraulic fracturing, and the ways that communities are coming together to protect their land and water,” Anna Lee, co-director of Working Films, says. After the screening, a photography and film-based art installation by Michael Premo and Andrew Stern will show at Wabi Sabi Warehouse. The project documents a communal effort to protect a way of life, despite its people having to rise above insurmountable odds. “Now that the moratorium on fracking has been lifted in NC, and there are plans for drilling in our coastal waters, we believe the

public needs to know what’s at stake,” Lee says. The cautionary tales educate on what North Carolinians can expect before, during and in its aftermath. More so, it shows how communities can stand together to block powerful industry. “These events are a way for audiences to learn about issues and connect with organizations on critical environmental issues for our state and region,” Lee continues. Working Films remain current with issues directly affecting our state. They recently held a screening of “Coal Ash Stories”— another hot topic thanks to Duke Energy’s complicit dumping of coal ash into our waters. The four short films in the series addressed health concerns, policy and how communities responded. A national organization that catalyzes action in social and environmental issues, Working Films help filmmakers with theatrical screenings across in large cities. Yet, they’re focus mostly remains in the South. “We’ve always brought our work home,” Lee admits. They’ve met many filmmakers, especially locals, whom have helped them through the 15 years of the organization’s existence. Also, they’ve screened films at Cucalorus, especially as part of the Works-in-

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Dirt Poor Film Fest prepares for final bow

eginning in 2012, Wilmington found a new way to party and celebrate independent cinema simultaneously. When he wasn’t helming his own film ventures (or day-drinking Happy Juice), local filmmaker extraordinaire John Lopez concocted the Dirt Poor Filmmakers Festival. As the title suggest, the event reveres the penniless but nonetheless inspired visionary. Taking in the weirdest of the weird and the most low-budget of lowbudget, the film series provides an opportunity for indie filmmakers to connect and become moved by each other’s work. With the sunset of the film incentives, Lopez’s time here is rapidly coming to an end. Faced with a lack of jobs, he’s recently had to move between Atlanta and Charleston, and he will eventually spend a bit of time in New York to continue working in the industry. But he’s not leaving Wilmington high and dry: In late August, Lopez will formally say goodbye to Dirt Poor with a post-apocalyptic-themed final entry. The event will take place, as always, at the film-friendly Calico Room (107 S. Front St.) Whether it’s Dirt Poor’s Halloween spectacular or a regular installment, the one-night festival

ensures drinks are flowing, connectivity is being prompted, and short films are getting an audience. Each event brings together a divergent group of film lovers, who get to see their work on the center-stage screen. Indie-filmmaking is all about experimentation. Unlike big-budget blockbusters, there are no formulas for how it should be done. When one ventures into the atmospherically lit Calico Room for Dirt Poor, they are consenting to a wild ride that will leave them enriched. As well, many of the filmmakers are local, which gives attendees a chance to meet the minds behind the madness. “The idea has always been to have local stuff,” Lopez says. Though there has been no official call for entries, he is currently accepting submissions for short-indie flicks that play off the post-apocalyptic theme. The final fest’s theme comes as a poetic ending for the filmic event. “Wilmington is sort of seeing the end of something that was really coming into fruition,” Lopez tells. “We had a ton of movies and TV shows planned [for production], and that would have generated a lot of revenue for not only the city but NC. It also would have significantly im-

Progress segment of the festival. “More recently we’ve been coordinating statewide screenings and have hosted Wilmington showings as part of those projects,” Lee says. Plus, they’ve traveled the film-festival circuit to engage audiences, and they’ve hosted watch parties during HBO broadcasts. From their 2014 “Moral Movies” (a fourmonth series of award-winning films to help jumpstart community dialogue and action on social, economic, and environmental issues) to “Reel Reproductive Justice” (films about a woman’s right to choose what’s best for her body), they’ve covered numerous topics. “We don’t make films,” Lee clarifies. “We broker partnerships between documentary filmmakers, organizations, and issue experts so that every time a viewer asks, ‘What can I do?’ we have an answer. We design and coordinate film-driven initiatives that have transformed toxic marketplaces, influenced public policies to be more equitable, pushed communities to be more inclusive, and inspired principled individual actions.” Though the organization isn’t directly affected by the state’s sunset on film incentives—they’re funded by private foundations and individual donations—the networking aspect to the numerous friends they’ve met within the community has lessened. “Through our work, we have grown to know and love many people in the local film industry,” Lee says, “so we are worried about what the loss of the incentives will mean for jobs and the economy of Wilmington.” Hopefully, it won’t have to become one of

Working Films’ screenings in the future—one of up to 100 they show nationwide annually. Always free and open to the public—and hosted at places like libraries, community centers, houses of worship, art galleries—the films are meant to inspire the viewer beyond the seat. “We leverage the moment when a story has moved someone—we strive to turn interest into action,” Lee confirms. It all started with Robert West, who cofounded Working Films with Peabody Awardwinning filmmaker and organizer Judith Helfand. West was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer in 2012 and passed away in 2013. The organization reconstructed thereafter to a staff of three: Lee, co-director Molly Murphy and campaign coordinator Andy Myers. “As you can imagine, this was a sad and difficult time,” Lee notes. “As we managed that transition, we worked proactively to keep Working Films strong. We streamlined our programs through a new focus on two issue areas: the environment and the economy.” “Fracking Stories” will show viewers the dangers of drilling and how it threatens health and landscape, from the Piedmont to the coast. “We’re presenting a creative opportunity for residents to learn the facts and repercussions of fossil-fuel drilling,” Lee says. “We will offer attendees a chance to find out about and get involved in supporting alternatives that are less harmful to the environment and public health. It’s also a chance to connect with environmental experts and organizations leading the charge to protect North Carolina.” —Shea Carver ductions, it also entails the loss of outlets for aspiring filmmakers. It’s both a cultural and economic issue, as creative people are leaving in droves to find suitable work. “The question becomes: Is it possible for independent filmmakers in town, now that we’ve lost the incentives, to get the support they need from major production resources to create independent content that can do major festivals?” Lopez comments. The sad answer to his question: For the most part local film has disappeared. Big productions are exiting or have already. With them goes talented crew members who could make a film-festival worthy short or feature. While his current outlook on Wilmington film is dismal, he does believe in the future, state incentives and other perks will regain prominence and usher in a new wave of activity. For now, however, Lopez looks forward to setting Wilmington ablaze with the spirit of indie cinema, but he has no intentions of passing the festival’s torch to someone else. “If somebody had an interest to take over the reins, they could talk to me about it, but at this point, I don’t think it’s necessary,” he says. “I would just encourage someone to do their own thing. All they’ll inherit is a nightmare. You’d want to do your own thing because that’s the spirit of independent art.” Folks can submit work to Dirt Poor by emailing dirtpoorfilmmakersfestival@gmail.com. — Christian Podgaysky

pacted not only independent art in this town, but it would’ve impacted restaurants, bars, shops, etc. I decided to have our last [Dirt Poor Film Fest] be apocalyptic-based because of that: the death of incentives for the time being.” Lopez further laments the loss of dedicated crew members and equipment providers. The loss of film doesn’t only mean the loss of proencore |june 10 – 16, 2015 | www.encorepub.com 9

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Acting and Empathy: It takes some effort By: Mark Basquill

irector Justin Smith asked me to grow a beard to play old Southern general-store owner Thurman Bell in Raney (running through June 14 at TheaterNOW). Otherwise, I guess he figured I’d have looked so young and handsome that the audience might confuse me with Bradley Cooper—or some other leading man. Alas, my fun run as a gentle-bearded North Carolina general-store owner—with a deliciously sensuous Southern belle of a spouse and a spirited daughter that’s the apple of his eye—is coming to a close. I figure I’d take a few minutes to reflect on the experience before heading to Greenfield Lake for the annual Shakespeare celebration—then the beach or the fishing pier. First off, it’s been fun learning about 1975 in North Carolina and becoming part of the Bell family for a little while. It’s a lot of effort developing a character from a few lines of script. But, then, empathy takes effort. It’s a lot easier staying in our own comfort zones, in that crazy little world of our own thoughts and beliefs, playing first-person shooter games and getting rid of everybody else than it is to develop a backstory and believable characterization. It’s necessary effort and necessary empathy if you want the audience to believe you—and maybe to find a few moments onstage where the lines disappear, leaving only the eyes of your daughter, confused, angry, and grieving a loss of someone she loved. And there you are, able to offer only the sad shrug of an equally hurtin’ Southern shopkeeper. For me, those moments are worth the effort. Empathy is worth the effort. I didn’t grow in North Carolina, and probably would strongly disagree with some of the attitudes and practices of Thurman and his family. For instance, I don’t eat boiled okra,

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or chew tobacco, at least not inside—at least not while I’m eating. From what I’ve learned, Thurman might have tasted his wife’s boiled okra with a big old chaw in one cheek. The thing with acting and empathy isn’t agreement; it’s understanding that everybody has a story, a valid viewpoint on life, and carries pains we won’t see until we find the courage to look. There’s another way that acting can help cultivate empathy and even humility. Remember those social-media quizzes, “Which Star Wars character are you?” Everybody wants to identify with the superhero/heroine right? That’s natural. Good healthy ego identification. It’s important to be the Luke Skywalker, the JLaw, the Bradley Cooper, the superhero in your own summer blockbuster, but, when we are honest, we also accept that we are bit players in most everyone else’s story and in life’s big show. Theater helps reinforce that each of us, as well as whole armies of Rebel fighters, stormtroopers, orcs, trolls, and superhero sidekicks, has our backstories and is necessary to the bigger story. Even that Captain Darth Vader jacked up for losing the Millenium Falcon is important. He loved to fly jets as a kid, just wanted to finish his 20 years and retire. His cute but clueless daughter dropped out of school and was pregnant without a plan. He was worried about her! He wasn’t even political! If he was just a touch more efficient, less preoccupied? Darth wins! With the arts giving so many opportunities to develop empathy it’s heart-breaking that they are consistently cut from education budgets. But if you’re asking yourself what to do with the kids this summer, here’s a thought: Check the back of this paper, get to Super Saturday Fun Time, get to an arts camp at the Community Arts Center, go to Greenfield Lake to see Shakespeare, and let them audition for a TACT show. Don’t pack up your helicopter parent ego and your talented toddler and take ‘em to arts camp because you’re sure he or she is more talented than JLawrence, and all she needs the right guru and a little break to show her stuff. The chances of that happening are about the same as the odds that your Winter Park Little League All-Star will hit more home runs than Mike Trout. Let them learn the arts to give them a chance to have fun, appreciate that everybody has a story, and maybe even cultivate a little empathy.

“Meals” 2.0 Silicon Valley code-writers and engineers work long hours -- with apparently little time for “food” as we know it. Eating is “time wasted,” in the words of celebrity inventor Elon Musk, and normal meals a “marketing facade,” said another valley bigwig. The New York Times reported in May that techies are eagerly scarfing down generic (but nutrient-laden) liquids like Schmilk and People Chow, largely for ease of preparation, to speed their return to work. The Times food editor described one product as “oat flour” washed down with “the worst glass of milk ever.” “Pancake batter,” according to a Times reporter. (That supermarket staple Ensure? According to the food editor, it’s “fine wine” compared to Schmilk.) Distracted Americans Air travelers last year left $675,000 in (obviously) spare change in airport screening bins, reported the Transportation Security Administration in April. Of the cars reported stolen in 2014, 44,828 were with keys left inside them, according to an April National Insurance Crime Bureau release. American credit card holders fail to claim “about $4 billion” in earned “rewards” each year, according to CardHub. com’s 2015 Credit Card Rewards Report. Our Least Hardy Generation -- (1) Nursing student Jennifer Burbella filed a lawsuit against Misericordia University (near Scranton, Pennsylvania) for not helping her enough to pass a required course that she failed twice. The professional caregiver-to-be complained of stress so severe that she need-

ed a distraction-free room and extra time for the exam, but claims she deserved even more special treatment. (2) Four Columbia University students complained in May that courses in Greek mythology and Roman poetry need “trigger” warnings -- advance notice to supersensitive students that history may include narratives of “disturbing” events (that have somehow been studied without such warnings for centuries). -- In March, following the departure of Zayn Malik from the British band One Direction, an executive with the Peninsula employment law firm in Manchester told London’s Daily Telegraph that he had received “hundreds” of calls from employers seeking advice about workers who were requesting “compassionate” leave because Malik’s resignation had left them distraught. (Also, a spokeswoman for the charity Young Minds told the Telegraph she was concerned about Malik fans self-harming.)

Fine Points of the Law Britain’s Home Office, judging requests for asylum by immigrants threatened with deportation but who fear oppressive treatment if returned to their home countries, recently turned down asylum for Nigerian lesbian activist Aderonke Apata, 47, apparently because the office doubted her orientation. Though Apata had submitted testimonials (and even photographs) “proving” her homosexuality, the Home Office was skeptical because she had children from a previous heterosexual relationship. On the other hand, an immigration court in England ruled in April that a Libyan man, identified only as “HU,” could not be deported since he is a career criminal and a chronic drunk who would be so unlikely to reform his drinking that he would surely face a lifetime of prison in Libya. People Different From Us Walter Merrick, 66, was charged with aggravated assault in the New Orleans suburb of Harvey, Louisiana, in March after an altercation with neighbor Clarence Sturdivant, 64, over the comparative merits of Busch and Budweiser beers. Bud-man Sturdivant fired the only shot, but a sheriff’s deputy said Merrick was the aggressor -- since he had offered Sturdivant only a Busch. (In Tulsa, Oklahoma, in April, police found two blood-splattered men in an apartment parking lot at 1 a.m., the result of a dual stabbing spree with broken beer bottles -- over whether Android phones are superior to iPhones.)

Least Competent Criminals Short-Attention-Span Thieves: (1) Alvaro Ortega, 34, was arrested for taking a uniformed police officer’s cellphone in the East Coast Catering deli in Bayonne, New Jersey, on May 18. The sleuthing was easy, in that Ortega was the only other person in the deli at the time and sheepishly admitted the theft. (2) Seattle’s KIRO-TV reported in May that a Seattle couple holding a Powerball ticket worth $1 million still has it, despite being theft victims. Someone smashed open a window in their car on May 14 and stole, among other items, a pair of sunglasses that was resting atop the lottery ticket, but left it undisturbed. The Pervo-American Community Footnotes: (1) Rusty Sills, 56, previously an “underwear bandit” in West Des Moines, Iowa, was arrested in Pinellas Park, Florida, in March and charged with stealing women’s shoes -sometimes “replacing” them with shoes he no longer fancied. (Police found about 100 pairs in his van.) (2) James Dowdy, 43, on parole for an earlier sock theft, was arrested once again in Belleville, Illinois, after police received reports of socks missing in burglaries. Authorities said Dowdy had been involved in “other types of sock-related incidents (and) using socks in an inappropriate and obscene manner,” but details were not reported. (Found in a search of Dowdy’s home were notebooks of children’s names, ages and types of socks worn.)

Bright Ideas Among recent inventions not expected to draw venture capital interest (reported by Popular Science in June): (1) A Canadian software engineer’s machine that unspools toilet paper exactly three squares at a time (but please keep fingers away from the cleaver!). (2) A Japanese shoulder-mounted tomato-feeder that provides nourishment to marathoners without their needing to catch tomatoes provided by supporters. (3) Google software engineer Maurice Bos’ whiteboard-mounted clock that writes down the exact time, with a marker, at five-minute intervals (after erasing the previous time).

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unk is alive and well in Wilmington. There’s never been a shortage of musical talent, but this week, the unsung of the underground genre will get their due reverence. The first ever Port City Anti-Fest gets underway this weekend to take the Port “Shitty” on a wild ride it’ll never forget. Taking place over three days and utilizing venues like Scrap Iron Bicycle Gallery, Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern and The Juggling Gypsy, the festival aims to prompt connectivity among music lovers of all walks of life. “What led me to build a festival that celebrates punk rock music is purely a

ILM Gets Punk’d: The inaugural Port City Anti-Fest takes over Wilmington this weekend By: Christian Podgaysky Above: Monkeyknifefight. Photo by Voyager Studios.

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love for the music and again a desire to give something substantial to the punk rock scene here in Wilmington,” David Crainshaw, lead organizer for the festival, details. “Something we, as the punk scene, could call our own. Early discussions started as mere talk: ideas. I had the smallest seed of an idea for this well over a year ago, and finally that little dream of mine has come to fruition.” The idea is a Punx Picnic of sorts, wherein all bets are off and raging against the machine is the name of the game. However, fostering a sense of community is still the primary goal. All musicians revel in the ability to feed off

“I would always wish I could make some music that got promoted and put in that place (like a ‘GTA’ game) where people would get that atmosphere,” Alfonso proclaims. “Most of my overall inspiration/musical influence comes from the realities of the world. I know the realities of not having the resources to produce records.” Looking toward the future Alfonso is unsure if he’ll record another album, but for now he’s content with being part of the musical communion that will be generated by Port City Anti-Fest. “I think it is a great experience and it will give everyone something to look back at later in life,” Alfonso says. “I love the teamwork and collaboration going on with this event!” Likewise, local act Monkeyknifehight will be cranking out tunes at the event. The musical collective thrives on playing what they want to hear. Their divergent backgrounds—from guitarist/vocalist Johnny Bonobo’s Ireland punk-scene beginnings, to bandmember Charlie Smith’s history with skateboarding—formed as a twopiece in 2000. Featuring Charlie Smith and Josh Pearson, it has since undergone many line-up changes, resulting in the five-piece collective the band is today. From shots and beers and late-night dances to Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller” album, their fortified friendship shapes their music and creates a band experience that’s more than just a gig. They’re a family, who, despite disparate backgrounds, is able to come together and rock out on a routine basis, especially around Wilmington venues. For 2015, they even have plans to release a new album, keeping their presence strong. Their over-a-decade career made them one of the first bands invited to be a part of Port City Anti-Fest. “I‘m looking forward to all of the out of town bands,” Smith details. “I’m hoping this could become an annual event.”

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each other’s talent; and there certainly will be no shortage of camaraderie among festival-goers and performing acts. “I want to foster a sense of community, friendship [and] connection amongst the music underground here in Wilmington,” Crainshaw says. “For all those that have never had a ‘home’ or a defined ‘place,’ I want all these musicians and fans to have a home. Home is where the heart is, and heart is what music has always been about for me.” A Wilmington native for nearly 30 years, Crainshaw primarily has contributed to the local music scene as a diehard fan. This marks his first foray into booking, which he completed with the help of Absolute Zero Media Collective. “I would like to extend my deepest thanks and gratitude to them and also all those venues,” Crainshaw remarks. “The process of culling together the acts has been a tremendous amount of work. I can’t possibly take credit for all of that. Absolute Zero has been key in booking all these 40-plus acts. Suffice it to say, it’s been a lot of hard work all around.“ STAHRKLUBB—a California transplant making his name in experimental music—will be among performers. He was introduced to the techno/rave/extremely hardcore style of music by a friend named “Hugo,” who took him on a sonic path that diverged from his metal sensibilities. Though he likes music genres of all kinds. “It was mostly interesting because I was a musician with no knowledge whatsoever of digital music,” Pierre Alfonso, the man behind STAHRKLUBB, says. “This was right at the edge of the totally digital age, back in the early-to-mid 2000s. As far as notable artists, there was a lot of Bjork, Benny Benassi (satisfaction), Steve Aoki/ Dim Mak catching my attention in those days when I was a teenager.” The alternative persona was officially formed after a trip to Canada. After living in Wilmington from 2009 to 2011, Alfonso felt the need to break away for a bit in 2013. His adventure in self-discovery led him to French Canada. It was there he concocted the idea of STAHRKLUBB. Upon his return, he decided to begin recording, which culminated in his self-produced “Rapist Fantasy/Soul Collector/ God Killer.” He created the CD from 2010 to 2013, and had no original intentions of releasing the compiled music. It brings to life an “I don’t give a fucking shit about shit” attitude that meshes well with punkdom. The sensibility was derived from the infulence of local acts like Baby Daddy and the guys from 910 Noise. Now 24, the recording persona embodies many of the frustrations Alfonso experienced while in California: the streets, the real world, lack of funds, and the girls. As well, his music stems from a deep-seated love for the sonic additions to the video game “Grand Theft Auto.”

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A preview of events across town this week Thursday, June 11 2015 waterfront Music Series

Just Friends (5:30pm; free) —Goat and Compass, 710 N 4th St.; (910) 772-1400

EVERY Sunday from 4 – 8pm

Baby Boomer Band (6pm; Free; blues) —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.

June 14th : keylime pie

The 3 J’s (6pm; Free; Eclectic) —The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.

June 21 : Selah Dubb st

Grenaldo Frazier (6:30pm; $12; jazz) —Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

June 28 : mark roberts th

Lynne and the Wave (6:30pm; Free) —Carolina Beach Boardwalk, 100 Cape Fear Blvd.

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Trivia With Sherri “So Very” (7pm; Free) —Whiskey Trail at the Creek, 4039 Masonboro Loop Rd.

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Nicole Thompson (7pm; $3; classical) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379 7th Annual Port City Music Festival (7:30pm; Free) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St.

100 S. FRONT ST. 910-251-1832 LIVE MUSIC in the courtyard 7 days a week

Jenny Pearson (9pm; acoustic) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666

MONDAY S.I.N. NIGHT $2 Domestics • $3 All Draft Selections • $4 Flavored Bombs 50% off Apps 6pm til close NEW BELGIUM TUESDAY $3 New Belgium selections (Fat Tire, Ranger IPA) $5 Jameson • Wing Special WEDNESDAY $2.75 Miller Lite, $4 Wells, Half off All Bottles of wine Live Music @ 8pm THIRSTY THURSDAY $2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Adams Seasonal & Hoppyum Pints $5 Redbull & Vodka, 50¢ Steamed Oysters and Shrimp FRIDAY $2.75 Michelob Ultra • $3.25 Stella $4.50 José Cuervo Silver • Live Music on the Patio SATURDAY $2.75 Red Stripe • $4.50 Evan Williams Cherry Reel Cafe Rooftop Concert Series SUNDAY $3 Coronas/Corona Lite • $10 Domestic Buckets (5) $4 Mimosas • $4 Bloody Mary’s

Open Mic Night (8pm; free) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. Tarot Thursdays & Electroswing DJ’s (All Day; Free) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Friday, June 12 James Jarvis (3pm; Free; jazz piano) —Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St. Natural Wonder (6pm; Free; Stevie Wonder Tribute) —Riverfront Park, 5 N. Water St. Rivermist (6:30pm; Free; Classic Rock) —Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area, 118 River Front Dr. The Beachbilly Brothers (6:30pm; Free; Beachbilly Variety) —Mayfaire Event Lawn, 6835 Conservation Way Potato Heads (7pm; Free; acoustic mix) —Gabby’s Lounge, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

SOUNDS OF THE CICADA: Cicada Rhythm comes to The Calico Room this Monday, June 15. Admission

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Wednesday, June 10 Rob Nathanson (5:30pm; Free; Classical Guitar) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th St. James Jarvis (6pm; Free; Jazz Piano) —The Blind Elephant, 21 N Front St. Unit F Mykel Barbee (6pm; Free) —The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave. Trivia Night (7pm; Free)

—Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd. Jill & Barry (7pm; $3) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St. Birthday and nutt street improv (8pm; $3) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301 Some Dudes Duo (10pm; Free) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040

Port City Trio (7pm; $3; Jazz) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379 Tony Barnes (7pm; Free; country/southern rock) —The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave. Randy McQuay (7pm; Free; soul) —The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St. 7th Annual Port City Music Festival (7:30pm; Free) —UNCW Beckwith Recital Hall, 5270 Randall Dr. Elisium, Another Lost Year, Clarity for Ransom (8pm; $6-$15; rock) —Cardinal Bands and Billiards, 5216 Carolina Beach Rd. Upstarts & Rogues (8pm; Free; cello-guitar duo)

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—Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 821-0362 Nate Bargatze (8pm; $15) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Port City Anti-Fest 2015 (All Day; $10-$30) —Scrap Iron Bicycle Gallery, 118 B Princess St., Reggie’s 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S 42nd St.

Live Music (8:30pm; Free) —The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

Sunday, June 14

American Aquarium (9pm; $10-$15; rock/ americana) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

Key Lime Pie (4pm; Free) —Bluewater Waterfront Grill, 4 Marina St.

Rebekah Todd & The Odyssey’s Summer Tour Kick-Off Party! (9pm; Free; folk) —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 3992796 In Sonitus Lux Hang Drum Performance Music (9pm) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe & Hookah Bar, 1612 Castle St. Felix and the Hurricanes (9pm; Free; blues) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S 5th Ave. L Shape Lot Duo (10pm; free) —Goat and Compass, 710 N 4th St.; (910) 772-1400 Tom & Jane (10pm) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666 Crystal Fussell Duo (10pm; Free; country) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040 Stereotype (10pm; Free; covers) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. Uncle Hairy (10pm; Free; rock) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd. Friday Night Fun House Follies (10:30pm; Free) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

7th Annual Port City Music Festival (5pm; Free) —First Presbyterian Church, 125 South Third St. Tyler McKaig (6:30pm; singer/songwriter) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040

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Christine Martinez (7pm; Free; singer/ songwriter) —The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St. Nate Bargatze (8pm; $15) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. Saturday Night Dance Party (9pm; $5-$10) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301 King Crow (9pm; rock) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040 Kail Baxley (9pm; Free; eclectic) —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 3992796 Jim Ashley (9:30pm; Free; blues) —Bombers Beverage Co, 108 Grace St. Monica Jane (10pm) —Goat and Compass, 710 N 4th St.; (910) 772-1400 Gnarly Feat (10pm; Free; rock) —Reggae Hut, 121 Grace St. Sgt. Rock (10pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. Velcro (10pm; Free; ‘80s rock) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

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Open Mic Night (7pm; $3) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Port City Anti-Fest 2015 (All Day; $10-$30) —Scrap Iron Bicycle Gallery, 118 B Princess St. & Reggie’s 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S 42nd St.

Antifest (1pm; $8) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; (910) 763-2223

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Trivia With Sherri “So Very” (7:30pm; Free) —Carolina Ale House Wilmington, 317-C College Rd; (910) 791-9393 College Night Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666 DJ Riz (9:30pm) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040

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Weaving Metal:

arts > art

Gale Smith shows off an array of colors and techniques at Spectrum By: Josephine Butler

t’s always been about color for Wilmington artist Gale Smith. A trained plein-air painter, she has traded the canvas for copper to weave vibrant, sculpture-like works, many of which will be featured this month at Spectrum Gallery. The exhibition, “Life is a Kaledoscope,” opens with an artist’s reception on Thursday, June 11. “It’s fitting that the theme of the show is around a kaleidoscope because my work is always changing,” Smith says. “Being a plein-air painter has affected how I work with this new medium. When you’re working outside, you’re looking for color and light. That’s why I fell in love with copper; it gives my colors movement.” The movement in Smith’s paintings isn’t just an illusion of color. Her works are three-dimensional, a result of cutting and then weaving copper strips into a wavelike canvas.

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“Copper is incredibly easy to manipulate, which is important for weaving,” Smith tells. “I am able to push and pull the weaves together to create different forms. I never know exactly what the piece is going to look like until it’s finished.” While Smith is uncertain how her work is taking shape, her process is very exact. Each strip must be cut with precision so she is able to connect it to the next. According to gallery director Nancy Noel May, the process can be complicated and intense. “Even though Gale is not sure how the color story is going to play out until all of the pieces are all woven together, it ends up being very serendipitous,” May says. Smith first took interest in using copper in her paintings after seeing works in museums. Previously, she studied at the Cape School of Art under the influence of impressionist painter Henry Hensche. “It was at the Cape School of Art that my love for color really began,” Smith notes. These days, her paintings are abstract,

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A KALEIDOSCOPE OF COLORS: Gale Smith will open her new exhibition of weaved copper, made from abstract paintings, at Spectrum Art Gallery this Thursday. Courtesy photo.

but her use of colors still echo the cadmium yellows, vermilions and deep madders of a Monet sunset. “Color on copper radiates,” Smith tells. “Because copper is warm, red just glows on top—it’s unbelievable. That’s what draws me to working with the metal.” One piece that really illuminates is “A Kaleidoscope of Colors.” Smith created the art work by cutting, waxing and then weaving strips of copper from two different abstract paintings. It’s the colors—rich pinks and purples—that make it the artist’s favorite. “It inspired the name of the show,” Smith reveals. “The colors are so vivid and create movement from one to another. Just like with impressionism, you don’t need lines. Color is all you need to create your forms.”

Smith’s forms are open to the viewer’s interpretation. Each piece is mounted so it can be hung vertically or horizontally. “I love when I get to rehang Gale’s work in the gallery each month,” May explains. “The pieces always have a different effect because they’re so unusual. It’s a treat to intersperse the metal with traditional canvas paintings, and to see how, despite the different materials, the colors create this unifying element.”

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Life is a Kaleidoscope Art work by Gale Smith Artist’s reception: June 11, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Spectrum Gallery 1125-J Military Cutoff Rd., The Forum www.spectrumartandjewelry.com

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Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 41, featuring Candy Pegram, Aaron Collier, Eli Thompson, Brian Mergenthaler, and Sarah Collier. Show hangs for eight weeks.

ArtExposure!

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The second Saturday in June will be another "Art In Action" afternoon starting at Noon. We will offer an opportunity for artists to draw or paint from a live model. There is no charge, but there will be a tip jar for the model. Artists will be at work either working from the model or working/demonstrating their craft. There will be a walk-in class offered exploring mixed media and collage from 11am-1pm. Cost is $35 with all supplies included. Join us for a fun day of art!

Summer camps for children ages 7-11 begin July 8th. The camps run for four days from 10am-Noon. Entries are now available for the "Artist's Choice Invitational" This show is open to all NC artists. Entry forms and information can be found on the Call for Entries page at www. artexposure50.com. The deadline to enter is July 24th.

New Elements Gallery

201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-6p.m. (or by appt.) • www.newelementsgallery.com

Illumination opens and features the work of NC painter Catherine C. Martin, who approaches traditional subject matters, such as landscape and architecture, with unconventional techniques. Beginning each work by priming her canvas in an intense red, Martin then sketches her forms in purple. The dark outline of her forms, along with the hot accents of the under-painting, define the vibrant and intense style for which she is known. Meet the artist and discuss her work. Illumination will remain on view until June 20, 2015.

River to Sea Gallery 225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) • (910)-763-3380 Tues.-Sat. 11am-5p; Sun. 1-4pm.

River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show will enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.

SUNSET RIVER Marketplace 10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 Tues.- Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com

In the historic fishing village of Calabash, NC, over 10,000-plus square feet of fine arts is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paintings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and acrylics; plus award-winning metalworks, wood pieces, hand-blown glass, fiber art, artisan-made jew-

elry and more. Sunset River Marketplace has become a popular destination for visitors, a gathering place for artists and a center of the community, thanks to its onsite pottery studio, complete with two kilns; a custom master framing department; and art classrooms for workshops and ongoing instruction.

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

200 Hanover St., CFCC parking deck, first level Tues.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm; Sat., noon-5:30pm 910-362-7431

Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present the 2015 Coastal Carolina Clay Guild Exhibition. CCCG was founded in Wilmington, North Carolina in 2007. The CCCG is led by President Hiroshi Sueyoshi and comprises 100 members from both North and South Carolina. The CCCG wishes to impart a sense of dedication and passion for ceramic arts and to present the diversity of work crafted by active guild members. The gallery will hold a Fourth Friday opening reception on June 26th from 6-9pm. Admission is free and open to the public; complimentary refreshments provided. For additional inquiries, contact Sarah Rushing at srushing278@mail.cfcc.edu.

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Hailing Regional and Global Film:

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Cape Fear Independent Film Festival turns 15 By: Anghus

ilmington (and North Carolina in general) is suffering from an existential crisis as incentives radically have been changed by our conservative leadership. Thus the future of our film industry remains in question. However, the independent film community in this town still flourishes, and provides residents and visitors alike with many opportunities to bask in the creativity of filmmakers from around the region and world. The Cape Fear Independent Film Festival is back for its 15th year to deliver a number of films, as well as educational opportunities to the Wilmington area. This year the festival is creatively shepherded by local author and actor Langley McArol, who has delivered a diverse slate of quality films. He will lead the actor’s panel on June 13—a roundtable discussion about what it takes to be a working actor today in the Southeast. McArol, along with actors Cullen Moss, Alissa Harris, Eddie Mills, Shane Callahan, and Myke Holmes will discuss networking, auditions, self-promotion, and more. “I feel Cape Fear Independent Film Festival’s long reputation for being about the independent filmmaker is absolutely vital to this community,” McArol says, “especially now with the recent loss of the state’s film incentives. Celebrating and promoting the independent filmmakers of the world, and a focused support for the talents and hard work of Wilmington’s local creative forces, is what seems to drive the spirit behind the festival.” Festival events will take place at Browncoat Pub and Theater, Hannah Block USO/Community Arts Center, and TheatreNOW, which will host the closing event, he Wilmington Film Awards (tickets include a buffet). More venues have been brought in this year across downtown Wilmington. The Cape Fear Muse-

um will screen the 1947 flick “Pitch a Boogie a Woogie” on Friday, June 12 (tickets, $7-$9). “It’s a musical made in Greenville, North Carolina, with an African-American cast,” festival chair Rich Gehron says. “It was shown exclusively in black theaters in the South.” Eastern Carolina University professor Alex Albright, who researched the film’s history, will be on hand to speak about the film and its historical significance. Gehron adds, “As we move forward with the establishment of the Wilmington Film Museum, I see us doing more of these types of events.” Hell’s Kitchen will host a filmmaker’s lounge for 2015, too. “This year’s festival is as much about the past as it is the future,” Gehron says. “The fact that Hell’s Kitchen began as a set for ‘Dawson’s Creek’ is not a coincidence.” The festival has evolved into something more than just a screening opportunity for independent films. This year it has taken a major step toward achieving a permanent place in the community. Gehron talks about plans for the Wilmington Film Museum. “Since last year’s festival, we have been collaborating with Jeff Goodwin (special effects makeup artist, “Under The Dome”), the Star News and several others to create a film museum in Wilmington,” he notes. “Our first step toward that effort will be an exhibit in the Hannah Block USO/Community Arts Center, which will run June to September.” Exhibits will include the evolution of the industry on our scene from 1905 to 1983, including the impact of Dino De Laurentiis’ move to the eastern US. It will feature artifiacts, photos, stories, and such, as written about in Reel Carolina, the magazine which covered the industry for years. Gehron is focused on the future of the festival and the museum as a whole. He wants to see it expand into something more than a few days of film. “With the museum initiative and expansion

LOCAL FLAIR: 2015 festival moderator Langley McArol also will screen his own film as part of the Regional Showcase on June 11. Courtesy photo.

of our educational programs, I can see the festival adapting to become more integrated into the network environment,” Gehron says. “Perhaps, it will become less concentrated and instead of cramming everything into a single weekend, we will see events spread out over an entire month, or maybe even a season.” This year’s festival features a number of regional premieres and a wide variety of cinematic subjects. Once again, the festival has blocked out time for faith-based and family films, as well as a popular horror block featuring some blood-curdling entries. Here are some highlighted films from this year’s festival. REGIONAL SHOWCASE Browncoat Pub and Theatre Thursday, June 11, 7 p.m. Cape Fear Independent Film Festival prides itself on its local flair. Kicking off the event will be the Regional Showcase, which features six short films from Wilmington and nearby towns. Its purpose: “to prove that filmmaking is alive and well in the Tar Heel state.” Showing will be “The Heartbeat of Sunset Beach,” “Bridge the Gap,” “House Arrest” (written by 2015 CFIFF moderator Langley McArol) “Bragg N East,” “Truth Bubbles,” and “Swoon” (see review for the latter on page 23).

CHRYSALIS Browncoat Pub and Theatre Friday, June 12th, 9 p.m.; 99 min. Directed by John Klein Set decades after a bio-terrorist attack unleashes a virus upon the world, transforming much of humanity into vicious creatures and laying waste to civilization, “Chrysalis” follows Josh and Penelope. They’re two survivors who have banded together in the hope of rescuing others and rebuilding civilization. INSECTULA Browncoat Pub and Theatre Saturday, June 13th, 10 p.m.; 104 min. Directed by Michael Peterson A giant alien mosquito is drawn to earth due to rising CO2 levels in search of blood. Del, a government agent, loses loved ones to the creature and is on a personal vendetta, while scientist Dr. Kempler is captivated by it and attempts to help the creature cleanse the earth. The scientist’s beautiful lab assistant, Brittany, is caught in the middle. A hilarious throwback to the creature feature movies of the pre-slasher era, “Insectula” is an homage to atomic-age monster movies with a gallons of the icky stuff modern horror fans have come to expect. EMPIRICA *North Carolina Production Browncoat Pub and Theatre Saturday June 13th, 5:30 p.m.; Directed by Patrick Shanahan Duke returns home from war to find his younger brother, Wyatt, crippled by prescription meds he’s been force fed. Duke takes Wyatt away from their childhood home, and they set out in Duke’s ’57 Chevy on a cross country tear from North Carolina to California in search of a the American dream—if it even still exists.

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Local Film Fest Celebrates NC:

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reel to reel films this week

Two regionally made films worth seeing at CF Indie Film Fest

Cinematique

By: Anghus

Cinematique at Thalian Hall 310 Chestnut Street • $8-$10 7 p.m. • www.thalianhall.org

he Cape Fear Independent Film Festival has garnered a reputation for being friendly to filmmakers from the Carolinas. They go out of their way to make sure our local filmmakers and culture are represented each year. This year is no exception. Two films deliver on that regional focus, including locally produced Wilmington film “Swoon” and a documentary, “Buskin’ Blues,” about the counter-culture street performers in Asheville.

6/10-12: “Iris”—An insightful, bittersweet documentary about legendary fashion icon Iris Apfel, directed by the widely admired documentary filmmaker Albert Maysles. There is never a dull moment in the life of quick witted, flamboyantly

Swoon Writer/Director: Jacob Joyner

★★ ★ ★ ★ Hannah Block USO/Community Arts Center, 2nd and Orange streets Empire Shorts, 4:30 p.m. • $10 • cfifn.org The locally produced “Swoon” is a good example of an artist exhibiting a voice but not at the expense of the story. Finding a creative voice isn’t always easy, nor is exhibiting it cinematically, but those who often do tend to overpower the narrative. Much like the recently reviewed “Toonstone,” “Swoon” is a good example of someone comfortable in the medium. Writer/Director Jacob Joyner brings a lot of polish to his story of a grocery-store clerk (Ross Helton) working up the nerve to ask out the coquettish checkout girl (Dottie Davis). The story is a pretty simple daydream fantasy. Our hero concots several over-the-top scenarios to woo the object of his affections, from testosterone-fueled fantasies of saving the day to breaking into song. There’s a little Walter Mitty-style daydreaming in the storytelling. “Swoon” has a lot in common with the story. However, Joyner finds a way to make the film compelling and most of all endearing. “Swoon” works on many levels: nice, pithy dialogue, quality, above-average local actors, and a lot of polish in cinematography and the edit. It’s a well put-together film that never shows its seams. On a $505 budget (according to IMDB), that’s impressive. For me, “Swoon” is one of the highlights of this year’s Cape Fear Independent Film Festival and makes me curious to see what Jacob Joyner does next. Buskin’ Blues Director/Editor: Erin Derham

★ ★ ★ 1/2 ★ ★ Hannah Block USO/Community Arts Center, 2nd and Orange streets 7:15 p.m. • $10 • cfifn.org “If Heaven had a language, it’d be mu-

WIDE-RANGE OF CHARACTERS: Erin Derham’s ‘Buskin’ Blues’ focuses on street performers all over the mountainous city. Courtesy photo.

sic.” That line sums up the attitude of the street performers featured in the highly entertaining documentary, “Buskin’ Blues.” A chronicle of North Carolina musicians who showcase their talents on busy street corners—for two or 200 people—buskers are out there entertaining with homegrown music, juggling, magic, and other arts that seem like something from a bygone era. With the focus on Asheville, NC, “Buskers” provides a wide variety of characters: bearded, bespectacled performers who put a great deal of effort into their outdoor art. “Busking” is another term for street performing and varies greatly from city to city. Every culture has their own variations and subtleties. Most of the buskers we meet have a more evolved type of street performing. You’ve probably seen someone on the corner playing the guitar or saxophone, but this movie presents a different breed. They’re staging an entire show on the streets—bands with violins and a banjo, Native American flute players, sword swallowers, performance artists who leap out and scare people trying to shake them from the insular bubble they encase themselves within. Asheville is a wonderful and weird place. Here, it’s not uncommon to see a vaudevillian clown on one corner and a didgeridoo player on the other. Like a good fight club or a boxcar rider, there are rules. Courtesy is king. If you’ve taken up a well-trafficked corner for a couple of hours, you move along so another performer can have an opportunity to do their thing. Real estate is the primary problem facing buskers. There are only so many corners to play on, and many local

businesses are growing increasingly hostile toward the performers that congregate outside their storefronts. What I marveled at in the movie was the wide range of eccentrics who populate the streets of Asheville. The wild, wonderful cast of characters bring real showmanship to the streets. A rowdy piano player pounds the ivories, or a mandolin player does some damn fine clogging. Ragtime bands and neo-classical violinists exist. It almost makes me want to go hang out in Asheville. Almost. The city has this “Portlandia”-like vibe. “Buskin’ Blues” succeeds by educating the uninitiated on the world of busking, as well as examining the various issues faced by the artists. It also captures some of the magic of Asheville, NC. These street performers have helped shape the identity of North Carolina’s most artistically diverse community. The buskers are helping keep Asheville weird, and the doc gives audiences a glimpse into that world.

dressed style maven Iris, who has had an outsized presence on the New York fashion scene for decades. Follow along as she exudes an enthusiasm for fashion, art and people that is truly contagious. (PG-13, 1 hr 20 min) 6/15-17, 7 p.m. (6/17, 4 p.m.): “Woman in Gold” is the remarkable true story of one woman’s quest to reclaim her heritage. Maria Altmann (Helen Mirren), an elderly Jewish woman who fled Vienna during World War II, returns to recover her family’s possessions which had previously been stolen by the Nazis. Together with her inexperienced but plucky lawyer (Ryan Reynolds), Altmann embarks on a journey that leads her straight to the heart of the Austrian government and the U.S. Supreme Court. (PG-13, 1 hr 50 min)

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Singing the Blues:

arts > theatre

Red Barn opens summer series with Billie Holiday one-woman show By: Shea Carver

decade ago, Rhonda Bellamy took the stage as the one and only Billie Holiday in “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill,” directed by Mike O’Neill. This weekend the show, directed by David Loudermilk, returns as part of Thalian Association’s summer series at the intimate Red Barn Studio Theatre. Donning gardenias in her hair and manuevering silky notes that sound like a muted horn will be LaRaisha Burnette. Though Burnette is relatively new to the theatre scene, having made her debut just two years ago in City Stage’s “Brooklyn,” it’s her first time taking on a lead role and a onewoman show. Yet, it seems kismet she’ll make her solo stage debut as Holiday. “She has always been a singer I have idolized,” says Burnette, who happens to be the lead singer of her own band, LaCi. Burnette started belting big notes at age 19 when she attended New York University and trained in performance art. She had the opportunity to expand upon her talents abroad as well. “During summers in Amsterdam, I babysat a professor’s child and helped my other professor, his wife, with aspects of [a new] program at NYU,” Burnette says. “We had a duo called ‘Geezer and the Babe,’ and for four summers we did a performance for the 24 acting students studying abroad through the experimental theatre program.” Two summers ago, the professor and student focused only on Billie Holiday songs. Burnette remembers “Strange Fruit” and “Gloomy Sunday” as difficult and haunting. “They both spoke to my struggles with racism and depression; sometimes separate but other times issues intertwined,” she notes. “I never realized how familar Billie’s life was to mine. I know people see [I went to] NYU and assume I was wealthy or well-to-do, but we struggled most of our lives, and my parents sacrificed a lot to give me that opportunity. I could always hear that struggle in Billie’s voice, and it gave me peace of mind.”

Billie Holiday—who was actually born Eleanora Fagan in Philadelphia—had a rough childhood. Often, she was shipped back and forth between her mother and a distant family member to be reared during her primary years. She was placed in a Catholic reform school at 9 before dropping out by age 11. Having undergone attempted rape, Holiday moved from Philly to Harlem with her mother in 1929, wherein both worked in a brothel at 151 West 140th Street. Once the house was raided, the 14-year-old was sent to prison, and upon her release began singing in various nightclubs. Her career took off, eventually, as she worked with well-known musicians like Count Basie, Artie Shaw, Louis Armstrong, and others. Riddled with a heroin addiction, Holiday ended up in prison again in 1947 for a narcotics charge and continued having run-ins with the law, which led to the revocation of her New York City Cabaret Card. The system prevented people of bad character from working in licensed nightclubs, which sold alcohol and paid performers better wages. Highs and lows peppered Holiday’s life, between lost record labels and receiving little royalties, to touring Europe and releasing her greatest LP, “Lady Sings the Blues,” to dealing with relationship abuse, alcholism and drug addiction. She died in 1959 from liver and heart disease, and was actually under arrest by law officers who had targeted her since 1939. “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill” follows Holiday’s last performance in March 1959. When artistic director David Loudermilk was looking to cast “Lady Day,” he quickly put Burnette at the top of his list. “The first time I heard her take on Billie Holiday was in an email she sent me,” he says, “and I had goosebumps.” Sharing the depth and impact of Holiday’s story goes beyond her vast impression on jazz music. Much of Lady Day’s encounters in life, within the music industry and on tours were deeply affected by the social unrest of racism in the early-to-mid-20th century. “Strange Fruit” is actually based on an Abel Meeropol poem from

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LADY DAY: LaRaisha Burnette will perform her first one-woman show as Billie Holiday, opening Thursday at Red Barn. Courtesy of David Loudermilk

1937, which challenges racism and particularly the lynching of African Americans. Holiday once said it reminded her of her own father’s death and the refusal he received for health care because of the color of his skin. “I have sung ‘Strange Fruit’ quite a bit,” Burnette tells, “and that will always be a hard song to not lose myself emotionally, because it’s 2015, yet racism is very prevalent. It’s odd going through something like this in present day and having a song that reminds you of how bad it was. It will make people think, and that makes it the most powerful song and difficult song in the show. After that, all bets are off.” Burnette also performs Bessie Smith’s famed “Gimme a Pigfoot (and a Bottle of Beer).” It’s a tune that Holiday made her own with vast sex appeal. “I think if someone like Amy Winehouse or Adele recorded it, it would have been a huge hit,” Burnette tells. “Billie took a very sing-song version that Bessie did and added the hottest horn opening I have ever heard—she just makes you feel like dancing and enjoying life when she sings it.” Burnette has been practicing profusely at home with her microphone and amp set up in her music room. She is grateful for the encouragement from her boyfriend, Christian, as well as local thespians and friends on the scene who have offered support. Nicole Farmer has been her acting coach for dialect and script work. Holli Saperstein and J.R. Rodriguez have offered tips as well.

“I think it’s incredible to have a town of actors who help one another out,” Burnette touts. “They have become my mentors and allies during this whole process in a way I didn’t think I would need.” A live band will share the stage with Burnette, featuring Bryan Simmons, Desmin Gore and Harrington Ward. Gore, a minister of music and a producer and songwriter who has worked with Fantasia and Jill Scott, and Simmons both appreciate the soul siren’s impact on music. “Billie Holiday opened up new avenues for today’s music,” Gore says. In the show the spotlight is on Burnette. She won’t simply perform songs, she’ll inject the passion of them through storytelling. “There have been some emotional roadblocks with that,” Burnette honestly reveals, “and I just dive deeper into her voice and her sound when it’s too scary for me to be present.” Burnette’s most inspired by the humor of the singer despite her hard-knocks in life. Grit and tragedy manage to captivate, yet so much more lies beneath. “I think others will be pleasantly surprised by how much gall she possessed and how funny she was,” Burnette says. “She took a crappy life and tried to remember the bad stuff as just things that happened— long as she was singing, they were just things that happened.” Loudermilk has researched Holiday extensively. He has enlisted the help of UNCW’s Susan Wilder, who was the production coordinator on the original “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill,” which opened at the Vineyar Theatre and starred Lonette McKee. “She has been an amazing resource,” Loudermilk tells. Scenic design is by Randall Enlow (UNCW), with construction by Lance L. Howell, lighting design by Thomas Salzman (UNCW), and stage managing by Isabella Gorden. They’ve culled a production that will celebrate the centennial birthday of Billie Holiday

DETAILS:

Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill June 11-28, Thurs.-Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m. Tickets: $25 • www.thalian.org Red Barn Studio Theatre 1122 S. 3rd St.

A Shakespeare Surprise:

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Lesser-known ‘All’s Well’s makes Shakespeare on the Green a true treat By: Gwenyfar Rohler

hakespeare on the Green opens their 23rd season with “All’s Well That Ends Well” at the Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre. Believed to have be written in 1604 or ‘05, “All’s Well” was not a big commercial hit in Shakespeare’s day—nor is it frequently performed these days. Actually, I wasn’t certain I was ever going to see it live onstage in my lifetime. Not as well known as “Romeo & Juliet” or “Hamlet,” “All’s Well That Ends Well” follows the exploits of Helena (Tamica Katzmann), the young ward of the Countess of Rousillon (Teresa Lambe), who is a woman beyond her time. Helena’s deceased father was a well-known doctor, and her meager inheritance included his store of remedies. When the object of her affection, Betram the Young Count of Rousillon (Matt Carter), goes to Paris to attend to the ailing French king, Helena contrives to follow him (as she would to the ends of the earth, if necessary). Katzmann’s rendition of the determined, Helena shows us a young woman who hides her beauty behind her intelligence. Though she is smarter than most expect her to be, she still plays to their expectations of her slightly ditziness. She really takes Helena in a wonderful direction: bringing forth her sweetness but also making others’ expectations of her their own downfall. Carter’s Bertram is selfish and self-satisfied, young, immature and rash. Frankly, by intermission I was ready for someone to run him through with a sword. But Helena still wants him. Sigh. Then there is the problem of his sidekick: Parolles (Zeb Mims). Parolles is a nod to Falstaff, possibly one of the Bard’s most well-known clowns. Unfortunately, Mr. Shakespeare killed him off in 1599 when he wrote “Henry V.” Consequently, we have Parolles, for all the world—in my mind at least—Falstaff’s abandoned brother who lives in France. He is loud, coarse, glutinous, dishonest, and weak of character. Mims tackles him head-on and revels in the opportunity to be as brash and brazen as Parolles demands. He and director Robb Mann have taken the physical comedy to a side-splittingly funny level, throw in Mims natural gift for rhythm and his disrupted cadence, and it is hard to keep a straight face with him onstage. Just like the character that inspired him, he is dangerous and leaves a wake of destruction behind him. Helena cures the king (Jeff Turner) of his illness. In exchange he gives her the

hand in marriage of any man she pleases. She chooses Bertram, who thinks he can do way better and is completely awful to her. He flees the countryand lands in Florence to fight as a mercenary for the duke. Quincy Rife plays the Duke of Florence as a cross between Brando in “The Godfather” and Steve Martin in “My Blue Heaven.” She was a crowd favorite with her sniffing, preening and gesturing. Betram sets about trying to seduce a young woman named Diana Capulet (Elyse Rodriguez). Here, again, our Bard played out his followers with a nice nod to the Goddess of Chastity and to the family of one of his other star characters, Juliet. Like her namesake, Diana guards her chastity, but she does enjoy the attention of Bertram. Together, with her mother (Arianna Tysinger) and Helena, the three hatch a plot to catch Bertram for Helena for all time—as he is supposed to be. Rodriguez frolics in her duplicitous role. She is clearly thrilled at the idea of entrapping this malicious, selfish misogynist at his own game. As bait she is pretty, yet, again, too smart for the way women of the time were usually portrayed. In his director’s note, Mann points out that the show has been tightened from approximately four hours to two. There are some parts (especially in the second half, once Helena catches up with Betram in Florence) that I missed and would have deepened the context for the show. But modern audiences expect a slimmer show, and Shakespeare’s work can be convoluted if left to run its full course. The cuts are certainly within the spirit of the work. Besides the humor, twists and turns of life, Mann and his cast have done an excellent job preserving Shakespeare’s recognition of the intelligence, cunning and resourcefulness of women. Indeed, most of his life was spent as a subject of Queen Elizabeth I, who was then arguably the most powerful woman on earth. Though this show was written during James I’s reign, surely, there were examples enough in the Bard’s life of women to create the roles of the Countess Rousillon, Helena, Diana, and her mother. Notice that this is a show heavy with female characters. From the beginning with the countess, we know that, though they are ordinary women, they represent extra ordinary reserves of strength. Countess is a wonderful example: She loves her son, but is now in trying to steer a boy who actually is her legal protector. Imagine having Justin Beiber in charge of your finances. Is that terrifying or what? That’s exactly what Lambe’s countess must contend with, and she does her best guide, wheedling and admonishing. Though there are many roles for beautiful

young women in Shakespeare’s work, there are not many that show off the craft and development of mature actresses. Countess is a wonderful role for a woman who has grown into herself to play (including the famed Dame Dentch). Lambe also gets to play straight woman to many of the jokes in the show—especially with her over-thetop servant (Jackson Cole). Perhaps Cole’s most engaging moments are when he is interrogating Parolles in the mock trial of the second half. Mann has chosen to use a classical set: a large door at the back (like the Globe or the Greeks), and the only real set pieces that move are a few chairs and a large table built by Murphy Turner. It transforms into a bed, a throne, different houses, and a military barracks. It is cleverly done and visually quite charming. “This is a nice annual ritual we have isn’t it?” Jock asked me at intermission. The frogs were croaking, the sun had just set but not before painting a Bob Ross painting on Greenfield Lake and its surroundings. I handed him a drink from our picnic bag and agreed: There

are few things I look forward to as much as Shakespeare on the Green. Not only are we lucky to have this every year, we are even more lucky to have a group that produces shows that we might not otherwise get to see. Shakespeare’s greatest hits will always be crowd pleasers, but it is a truly wonderful opportunity to see the lesser-known works onstage—to see life breathed into them and to be part of their continued gifts to the human experience.

DETAILS: All’s Well That Ends Well Greenfield Lake Amphitheater 1941 Amphitheater Drive Fri.-Sun., through 6/21 Thurs.-Sun., 6/25-28, 6:30 p.m. Tickets: Free (donations encouraged)

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Southeastern NC’s premier dining guide

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Tropical Smoothie Café www.tropicalsmoothie.com

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 Sunday April - October. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256.8500. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 11a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sat & Sun 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ MUSIC: Music every Sunday in Summer ■ WEBSITE: www.bluewaterdining.com

Blue surf cafÉ

Sophisticated Food…Casual Style. We offer a menu that has a heavy California surf culture influence while still retaining our Carolina roots. We provide a delicate balance of flavors and freshness in a comfortable and inviting setting. We offer a unique breakfast menu until noon daily, including specialty waffles, skillet hashes and unique breakfast sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi sandwich and customer favorite, meatloaf sandwich. Our dinner features a special each night along with our favorite house entrees: Braised Beef Brisket, Mojo Pork and Mahi. All of our entrees are as delicious as they are inventive. We also have a full beer and wine list. Come try the “hidden gem” of Wilmington today. 250 Racine Drive Ste. 1, Wilmington 910-523-5362. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily Specials, Gluten Free Menu, Gourmet

Hot Chocolates, Outdoor Patio, New Artist event first Friday of every month and Kids Menu. ■ WEBSITE: www.bluesurfcafe.com

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 60 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: MondaySaturday 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

East oceanfront dining at blockade runner

Award-winning cuisine accompanied by the sounds of breaking surf + a soothing coastal breeze, that's East Oceanfront Dining. Our chef, Ben Ramsey, will pleasure your palate with fresh local seafood, produce from our own gardenscape + other harvest from local purveyors. Chef Ramsey is focused on the best of what our region has to offer and he + his staff are delighted to serve you. You'll dine in the comfort of our relaxing restaurant or if you choose, our canopied, oceanfront deck provides a memorable ambiance for any evening. If you're looking for a more casual bite or maybe just a drink or two before dinner, have a seat in the Aquarium Lounge. A great selection of wine, beer or spirits can provide just what you're looking for as you settle in for an evening of coastal

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culture. For reservations and information concerning best rates and packages, please call 1-800-541-1161. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: The Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

Elijah's

Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets. As a Casual American Grill and Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds of people, Elijah’s is the place to be. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11:3010:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available

eternal sunshine cafÉ

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

vigorate your day. Serves breakfast all day. Dinner COMING SOON! ■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: MondayWednesday 7-2, Thursday-Friday 6:30-2, Saturday 7-2, Sunday 8-2 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.eternalsunshinecafe.com

Halligan's pub

“Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous drinks lift the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” number one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll understand why. Of course, we also serve a full selection of other delicious entrees including seafood, steak and pasta, as well as a wide assortment of burgers, sandwiches (Halligan’s Cheese Steak), and salads. And if you are looking for a friendly watering hole where you can raise a glass or two with friends, new and old, Halligan’s Public House boasts a comfortable bar where fun-loving bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills the air. Stop by Halligan’s Public House today, “When you’re at Halligan’s....you’re at home.” With 12 beers on tap and 16 flat screen TVs, you can watch your favorite game and enjoy your favorite drink. Enjoy two locatons: 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd., and 1900 Eastwood Rd. in Lumina Station. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 Days a Week Monday-Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Masonboro Loop & Lumina Station ■ 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

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June 20th, David Dixon Trio June 27th, Rebekah Todd & The Odyssey July 4th, Justin Fox Trio July 11th, Cornbread July 18th, Weaving the Fate July 25th, Zion August 1st, The Possums August 8th, Perfect Tommy August 15th, Selah Dubb August 22nd, The Flannel Rebellion August 29th, Kennedy Park September 5th, Mac & Juice Quartette September 12th, Coastal Collective September 19th, Bullfrog September 26th, L Shape Lot October 3rd, Eastbound

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food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929. SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. - Mon. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Tues.- Fri.: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sat.: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials. ■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com

Holiday Inn Resort

Oceans Restaurant located in this oceanfront resort is a wonderful find. This is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh Seafood & Steak dinner while dinning outside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Chef Eric invites you to experience his daily specials in this magnificent setting. (910) 256-2231. 1706 N. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com

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■ MUSIC: Every Thursday 8 - 10pm ■ WEBSITE: www.ogdentaproom.com

pine valley market

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers. As hops are the heart of flavor for beer, our local seasonal ingredients are the soul of our culinary inspired American fare. 5400 Oleander Dr. (910) 833-8867. ■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com

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The little dipper

Southport (910) 457-7017 Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 - COMING SOON! ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433. ■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day through October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; "Date night menu," $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

Ogden Tap Room

Wilmington’s go to Southern Gastro-Pub. With a menu featuring some southeast favorites and a few from the bayou. Ogden Tap Room offers a selection the whole family will enjoy. With 40 beers on tap from around the world, The O Tap is a Craft Beer Enthusiast dream come true. Ogden Tap Room also has a great wine selection as well as a full bar featuring the areas largest Bourbon selection. You are sure to leave Ogden Tap Room a happy camper. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Thurs 11am - Midnight, Fri & Sat 11am - 1am, Sunday Noon Midnight. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Ogden ■ FEATURING: Live Team Trivia Tues 7:30-9:30pm

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken). Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), allbeef (Sabrett), pork smoked sausage, Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. Recognized as having the Best Hot Dog in the Best of Wilmington Awards in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or Look at our website trollystophotdogs.com Catering available, now a large portion of our business. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921

If you want fresh food fast, check out Hibachi To Go! It is a family-owned business with a professional and friendly staff serving the freshest local ingredients. Everything on the menu is done right on-site, from hand trimming the meat to making every sauce! They offer affordable appetizers such as crab, pork, or pineapple wontons, green bean fries, spring rolls, and edamama along with specialties like Teriyaki or Hibachi chicken, hand-trimmed ribeye, scallops, tempura or grilled shrimp, and fresh fish with veggies and rice. Drop by daily for the $4.69 lunch special and $4 sushi. Bring the little ones in on Sundays to the Ogden location and they can eat for only $0.99! Visit us at our Ogden location where you can dine- in or takeout or our Hampstead location where you can drive-thru, walk-up, or take-out. ■ Serving Lunch & dinner: 11am- 9pm Everyday ■ Neighboorhood: Ogden- 6932 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28411 (910) 791-7800 Hampstead- 15248 Highway 17 North Wilmington, NC 28411 (910) 270-9200 ■ Featuring: $4.69 lunch specials ■ Website: www.hibachitogo.com

kabuki korean cafÉ and sushi

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

Mon-Fri, 11am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun, noon-10pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Oleander Drive. ■ FEATURING: Wilmington's only authentic Korean restaurant!

indochine restaurant & Lounge

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnam-

sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com

KYOTO ASIAN GRILLE

Kyoto Asian Grille specializes in crafting mouth-watering food and providing superb customer service. We serve a plethora of Asian cuisines, from Chinese to Japanese to Thai, and have an unwavering commitment to flavor. All of our ingredients are fresh, cooked to order, with artistic culinary flair. We also serve everything from sushi to traditional Chinese dishes, a plethora of curries to Pad Thai, hibachi and teriyaki dishes, and more. Come give us a try where you will find nothing in the freezer but the ice cream. Open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday. Located at 4102 Market Street, (910) 332-3302. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thu: 11am - 3pm and 5pm - 9:30pm or Fri - Sat, 11am - 3pm and 5pm - 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: An array of Asian cuisines, from Japanese to Chinese, Thai and more.

southern thai

Our menu is centered around authentic Thai cuisine and features traditional dishes as well as chef-inspired dishes. We always deliver authentic Thai cuisine mixed with southern hospitality. Thailand can be culturally divided into 4 main regions: North, North Central, Central & South. The diverse topography and cultures lend their way to creating unique cuisines in each region. Meals are prepared by all generations coming together in the kitchen. Recipes are passed on this way through the generations so that the food you are tasting today is influenced by the knowledge of the past. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thur 11am to 3pm and 4:30 to 9:30pm; Fri 11am to 3pm and 4:30 to 10pm; Sat 12 to 10pm; Closed Sunday ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Authentic Thai Cuisine ■ WEBSITE: www.southernthairestaurant.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

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ese 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

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

the best gyro in town, the family hopes to expand without compromising an iota of the experience. 124 Princess St.; 910-343-6933 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday 10:00AM to 3:00PM Tuesday-Sunday 10:00AM to 9:00PM ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown and Monkey Junction ■ WEBSITE/SOCIAL MEDIA: www.the-greeks.com or www. facebook.com/thegreeksnc

szechuan 132

Healthy

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

yosake downtown sushi lounge

Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172. ■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week @ 5PM; Sun-Wed until 10pm, Thurs until 11pm, Fri & Sat until Midnight. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees. Wednesday 80S NIGHT - 80s music and menu prices. Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert. ■ WEBSITE: www.yosake.com - @yosakeilm on Twitter & Instagram. Like us on Facebook.

Dinner Theatre theatrenow

TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events. Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street 910.399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington and Greater Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

gREEK The greeks

The Greeks is a two-store (going on three), family-ownedand-operated Greek restaurant. Since 2011 Chef Georgios Papanikolaou and his family have been giving unwavering attention to detail to their food, which represents Greek culture. The chef picks fresh local produce and proteins on a daily basis. The spices and herbs are imported from Greece, where they are picked wild from the mountains, sealed and then transported here. The family keeps their Greek roots close to their heart; with each dish they are recreating exactly the same flavors that a person will experience should they be in Greece. With a plethora of recipes to choose from and

Clean Eatz Café

This café is your one stop shop to start living a healthy lifestyle. Everything on the menu is under 500 calories and 10 grams of fat unless you order otherwise. The café offers dine in, carryout, or get an entire weeks worth of meals by signing up for our weekly prepackaged meal service. We also do customized food prep to fit anyone's diet needs. Stop by Clean Eatz today to start a new you. You only have one life, Make it count! Lifestyle tip: Resolutions usually fail due to the stress we put on ourselves to change so quickly. Make simple changes one by one. We didn’t get where we are at overnight. Baby lifestyle steps: Eliminate fried foods, drive thrus, alcohol, or sugar first. Add a new goal each week. You got this! 203 Racine drive,Wilmington NC 28403. (910) 452-3733. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday- Friday: 11-7, Saturday: 11-3 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.cleaneatz.net

Indian kabob and grill

Welcome to Kabob and Grill, downtown Wilmington's only fine Indian restaurant. Located on Water Street, overlooking the Cape Fear River, Kabob and Grill innovatesexotic flavors of Indian kabobs and curries. Kabobs are baked to perfection in our "tandoor" clay oven fresh, daily. We take pride in offering a great selection of vegetarian entrees made with healthy spices, vegetables and herbs. We also serve vegan and gluten-free items, all aromatic and full of flavor. Our professional chef ensures our lavash and extensive menu appeals to all palates, whether choosing vegetarian, chicken, lamb, goat, or seafood. Our dining area is modern and upscale, yet steeped in Indian tradition. We have a full-service bar and are open seven days a week. We do take-out, delivery and welcome private parties. Live music and dance every Saturday. Please, check our website or facebook page for more information. www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com - 5 S. Water Street, (910) 833-5262. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch Sunday through Saturday 11am-3pm. Dinner Sunday through Thursday 5-10pm, Friday & Saturday 5-10:30pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Innovative Indian recipes, made fresh daily. ■ WEBSITE: www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com

tandoori bites

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

Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Fri. 11-2:30 pm (Lunch Buffet) & 5-10 pm (Dinner), Sat. - Sun. 11:30 -3:00 pm (Lunch) & 5-10 pm (Dinner) ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch buffet ■ WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net

Italian eddie romanelli's

Eddie Romanelli’s is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years. Its 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/Leland ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.RomanellisRestaurant.com

Fat Tony’s Italian Pub

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% discount to students and faculty at CFCC. They have two petfriendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am10 pm; Friday-Saturday 11 am-Midnight; Sunday Noon-10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

Slice of life

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m., 7 days a week, 365 days a year. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South. ■ FEATURING: The largest tequila selection in Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

a taste of italy

Looking for authentic Italian cuisine in the Port City? Look no further than A Taste of Italy Deli. Brothers, Tommy and Chris Guarino, and partner Craig Berner, have been serving

up breakfast, lunch, and dinner to local and visiting diners for twenty years. The recipes have been passed down from generation to generation, and after one bite you feel like you’re in your mamas' kitchen. Along with the hot and cold lunch menu, they also carry a large variety of deli sides and madefrom-scratch desserts. Or, if you’re looking to get creative in your own kitchen, A Taste of Italy carries a wide selection of imported groceries, from pasta to olive oils, and everything in between. And last but certainly not least, allow them to help you make any occasion become a delicious Italian experience with their catering or call ahead ordering. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Friday 8:00am8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am-7:00pm, Sunday 11:00am6:00pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com ■ FEATURING: Sclafani goods, Polly-O cheese, Ferrara Torrone and much, much more!

Jamaican JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

Tucked in the corner of University Landing, a block from UNCW is the hidden gem of Wilmington’s international cuisine scene - Jamaica’s Comfort Zone. This family owned restaurant provides a relaxing blend of Caribbean delights – along with reggae music – served up with irrepressible smiles for miles. From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, jerk and curry chicken, to our specialty 4-course meals ($12.00) and $6.99 Student meal. Catering options are available. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tuesday - Saturday 11:45am - 9:00pm and Sunday 1:30pm - 8:00pm. Monday - Closed. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road #24 ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

Latin American CEVICHE'S

Come enjoy the tropical flavors of Panama and Central America...from our fresh fish to our handmade empanadas, traditional arroz con pollo to fresh inspired salads, We hope you will be transported to simpler time with warm, friendly service, and festive vibe. Large selection of beer and wine, including red and white sangria, tropical mimosas, drink specials daily. Just before the bridge at Wrightsville Beach. 7210 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 256-3131. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Sun 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: www.wbceviche.com

san juan CafÉ

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

Mexican la costa mexican restaurant

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

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enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily. Add to it a 16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.25 on Mondays and Tuesdays at all locations, and every meal is complete. Serving the Port City since1996, folks can dine indoors at the Oleander and both Market Street locations, or dine alfresco at both Market Street locations. 3617 Market St.; 8024 Unit 1 Market St.; 5622 Oleander Dr. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs until 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. until 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Ogden ■ WEBSITE: www.lacostamexicanrestauranwilmington.com

Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847. ■ SERVING DINNER: Mon.-Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com

SAN felipe mexican restaurant

Dock Street oyster bar

At San Felipe, we pride ourselves in offering the best Mexican cuisine combined with a Mexican inspired dining experience that will instill a sense of “familia” with our patrons. Ditch the regular fare and try one of our Mexican inspired favorites such as our sizzling Certified Angus Beef Fajitas or our Carolina Chimichanga. Visit any of our 10 North Carolina locations to see for yourself and while your at it, try one of our delicious Margaritas! See you soon Amigos! Independence Mall, 3522 Oleander Dr - Wilmington, NC (910) 791-9277 and 1114 New Pointe Blvd - Leland, NC (910) 371-1188. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington, Leland & Southport ■ WEBSITE: www.sanfelipenc.com

Organic lovey's natural foods & cafÉ

Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive freshly prepared foods options in the city! With 4 bars featuring hot dishes & salads, a sandwich station, sushi station, and pizza station, you are apt to satisfy everyone in your group. All of the ingredients are free of any artificial colors, flavors or preservatives so food is fresh and flavorful from farm, ranch, or dock to your fork! Dine in the cafe or carry out. On any given day the selection offers an array of organic, local, vegan/vegetarian, and healthy options. Voted Best Salads by encore readers. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. Monday - Sunday. 8am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Seasonal, healthy, organic, vegan/vegetarian ■ WEBSITE: www.wholefoodsmarket.com

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Seafood catch

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker”

Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 7622827. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Fresh daily steamed oysters. ■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

oceanic

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

Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dining on the newly renovated Crystal Pier ■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

The Pilot House

The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South. We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks. Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910-343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday

SHUCKIN' SHACK

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-458-7380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). The Shack is the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A

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variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more. Come in and check out the Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Carolina Beach Hours: Mon-Sat: 11am-2am; Sun: Noon-2am, Historic Wilmington: Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat: 11amMidnight ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on Facebook! ■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com

same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce. They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds. 1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-239-9153. ■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Open for dinner TuesSun, 5pm-close, with live music Fri-Sat nights. Sunday brunch, 10am-3pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.pembrokescuisine.com

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Tropical Smoothie Café’s menu boasts bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal, all made to order from the freshest ingredients. Our toasted wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads and gourmet salads are made fresh with highest quality of meats and cheeses, topped with fresh produce and flavorful sauces, available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The fun atmosphere and unparalleled hospitality brings customers back to Tropical Smoothie Café again and again. At Tropical Smoothie, we are guided by one simple belief: When you eat better, you feel better and when you feel better, all is better. It's part of our mission to inspire a healthier lifestyle by serving amazing food and smoothies with a bit of tropical fun. 2804 S. College Road, Long Leaf Mall. (910) 769-3939. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon-Fri; 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat-Sun ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, at Shipyard Blvd. and College Rd.

Southern Casey's Buffet

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

Rx Restaurant & bar

Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx Restaurant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up Southern cuisine made with ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. The Rx chef is committed to bringing fresh food to your table, so the menu changes daily based on what he finds locally. Rx drinks are as unique as the food—and just what the doctor ordered. Join us for a dining experience you will never forget! 421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080. ■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; FriSat, 5-10:30pm; Sun., 10am-3pm and 5-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com

pembroke's

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

Sports Bar 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 Monday

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Carolina Ale House

Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for awardwinning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11am-2am daily. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector TVs in Wilmington. ■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

vegetarian/Vegan sealevel restaurant

It’s springtime in Wilmington, and at Sealevel we're celebrating our second anniversary at 1015 Kerr Avenue (look for us between Cafe Zola and Wilmington Brew Supply in the newly minted "Kerridor"). New this year: Thai tea ice pops! New vegan sushi rolls! Gluten-free veggie pizzas—no meat or wheat! Thanks to all our beloved regulars who have shown enduring love for our lentil burgers, kale nachos, and smoky BBQ tofu tostadas. And thanks everyone for faithfully monitoring our Facebook page, where we announce the daily fish filet, which as you know is always local and exceptionally fresh (not to mention hand-chosen by your chef, Nikki Spears, for your health and enjoyment)! To those who haven’t (yet!) found a place in your schedule for our superb handcrafted and eclectic offerings, visit us for our version of your favorite cuisines: American (burgers, pizzas, dogs, soup), Mexican (tostadas, tacos, nachos), Japanese (sushi!) Mediterranean (taboulleh, falafel, smoky mashed eggplant) and, of course, Southern-style seafood. (Oh, and did I forget to say hushpuppies?) 1015 S. Kerr Ave. 910-833-7196. ■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., daily; Thurs-Sat., 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Closed Tuesdays ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, lactose-intolerant and seafood-friendly fare! ■ WEBSITE: www.sealevelcitygourmet.com

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he Cape Fear River area has a longstanding relationship with the film industry. Now that summer is upon us, Wilmington and the surrounding area has taken its love of film to greater lengths with a slew of series. Here’s a preview of where to relax and catch some great flicks—most of the time, outdoors and for free!

CFIFN originally took the idea of a downtown outdoor film series to Cool Wilmington, the organization that produces Rims on the River and The St. Patrick’s Day Festival each year. “Our plan was to show films with connections to Wilmington—either filmed here or had Wilmington residents involved with the production,” Rich Gehron, president of CFIFN, says. “If that wasn’t possible, we would show a film shot elsewhere in NC.” The series was derived after the success of CFIFN’s film clips loop, which have played at the downtown Christmas tree lighting ceremony for the last three years. “That event got tremendous positive feedback, and the Downtown Business Alliance and WDI were looking for opportunities to utilize the empty space in front of the parking deck known as Bailey Theatre Park,” Gehron tells. The festival lit up the screen for the first time on June 6, and showed the 2002 film adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’ tearjerker “A Walk to Remember.” Starring Mandy Moore and Shane West,

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The Reel Wilmington Film Series Bailey Theater Park, 12 N. Front St. 6/13-7/11, 8:30 p.m. • Free www.cfifn.org Etched into the downtown framework on Front Street, the underutilized Bailey Theater Park has been a pet project for Wilmington Downtown Inc. (WDI) recently. In fall 2014, the space played host to jazz music on Monday nights and featured Keith Butler. Now, WDI has enlisted the help of Cape Fear Independent Film Network (CFIFN)—the folks behind the Cape Fear Independent Film Festival, taking place this week (pages 22-23)—to usher in The Reel Wilmington Film Series.

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the film utilized a variety of locales around Wilmington and Southport. Their next showing will be this Saturday, June 13. “Journey 2: The Mysterious Island” will bring a family-friendly adventure to the park. Much of the production’s filming took place on Stage 10 of EUE/Screen Gems Studios in 2011. The stage encompasses 37,500 square feet and boasts one of the largest specialeffects water tanks in North America, which helped secure the film’s presence locally. “We hope to create a spirit of fun and pride with this series,” Gehron says. “It’s a way to celebrate all of the filmmaking that has taken place in Wilmington, the greater Cape Fear area and the state of North Carolina. We want to honor the people and the places that have been a critical part of this huge industry. Hopefully, it reminds the public how important filmmaking is to Wilmington and how important Wilmington is to film.” Screenings are free and begin at 8:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Folks can bring their own folding chairs and snacks, and sit back and enjoy the show. 6/13: Journey 2: The Mysterious Island PG

6/20: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles PG-13

6/ 27: Super Mario Brothers • PG 7/11: Talladega Nights • PG-13 Movies in the Park Leland Municipal Park, 102 Town Hall Dr. 6/13-7/11, 8:30 p.m. • Free www.townofleland.com/recreation Beginning in 2007, the Town of Leland upstarted their own answer to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. Armed with aspirations to eliminate a drive over the bridge for citizens of Leland to get a little fun and family entertainment, the Movies in the Park Series was one of the Parks and Recreation Department’s first project. “It has grown from several dozen attendees back to 300-plus per movies today,” Amy Ryan, recreation specialist for the Town of Leland, details. “[There have been] so many we have had to readjust the screen positioning to accommodate the crowd.” The film series aims to combat pricey costs of the traditional movie theater. All screenings are free. “Many of the people who come out may not have the financial ability or desire to take their family to the movie theater with $12 tickets and $8 concessions,” Ryan informs. “This gives those people the ability to have a nice evening out with their family and neighbors in the community.” Maintaining a G-rated atmosphere, the film series strives to program the hottest animated hits of the past year. This year’s series kicked of with “The Boxtrolls,” a colorful hit about a young orphan boy’s adventures, on May 2. The series continues this Saturday, June 13, with the 2014 remake of “Annie,” starring Jamie Foxx and Quvenzhané Wallis. Screenings take place at Lelan Municipal Park (102 Town Hall Dr.) and begin at dusk. Blankets, lawnchairs, and picnics are encour-

aged; however, pets, smoking and alcohol are prohibited. Folks also can nosh on reasonably priced concessions. 6/13: Annie • PG 6/27: The Lego Movie • PG 7/11: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day • PG Sunday Night Movies at the Lake Carolina Beach Lake 6/14-9/6, 8:45 p.m. • Free www.pleasureislandnc.org/events.php As always, The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Carolina Beach will be bringing back their famed family-friendly fun every Sunday around Carolina Beach Lake. All movies start at dusk and concessions are sold; however, folks are allowed to bring their own food and drink, as well. 6/14: Paddington • G 6/21: Annie • PG 6/28: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory • G 7/5: Dolphin Tale 2 • PG 7/12: Into the Woods • PG 7/19: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 • PG 7/26: Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb • PG 8/2: The Boxtrolls • PG 8/9: Beethoven • PG 8/16: Big Hero 6 • PG 8/23: Hook • PG 8/30: Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation • G 9/6: Cinderella • PG Northeast and Main Library Movie Series Northeast Regional Library 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. Main Library(downtown), 201 Chestnut St. Free Film and books often go hand in hand. They inspire each other, and both mediums hold the unique trait of taking people through other perspectives and dimensions. As such, it seemed a no-brainer for the Northeast Regional Library (1241 Military Cutoff Road) and downtown’s Main Library (201 Chestnut St.) to showcase movies all summer long. Programmed by Julie Criser, the Main Library offers flicks for kids on Fridays at 2 p.m. from June 19 to August 7 (with the exception of July 3). Linda Clover has culled a collection of hits for kids to be shown on Wednesday at 3 p.m. between June 17 and August 5. “Their goals include building a habit of lifelong learning and library use by offering free, family friendly activities for children during summer vacation,” Dorothy Hodder, senior librarian, says. “They often pick movies based on classic kids’ books.” Adding to the entertainment, the Northeast Regional Library offers films for adults at 2 p.m. the second Sunday of each month. “Teresa Bishop programs the series, as part of the library’s contribution to the cultural life of the community,” Hodder elaborates. For a full list of screenings, visit their online calendar at www.nhclibrary.org.

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events PRIDE PROM 6/12, 8pm: Love Wins! when we all stand as one. A prom for all to celebrate our community—everyone is invited! Music and dancing and food and photos—you know, prom fun! Beer and wine available for those over 21; ID required. Tickets: $10 students; $20 adults; $35 married couples. Community Arts Center, 120 S. Second Street WILMINGTON MODEL FLYING CLUB FLY-IN 6/13, all day: The public is invited to observe aerobatic demonstrations and static display of all types

of model aircraft. Computer simulators will be available, and a 50/50 raffle will be conducted. A food concession will be on-site. Highsmith Field, 705 Union Chapel Road, Burgaw, NC. PASSION N2 FASHION SHOW 6/13: Tickets are $20 in adv. or $25 at the door. Sponsored by All Eyez on You Entertainment. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Duke Children’s Hospital. All Eyes On You Entertainment presents Fashion N2 Passion Show, at the UNCW Warwick Center. Showtime starts at 5pm. The showcase will include the fashions of 9 designers from all over the world. A portion of the proceeds will go to Duke Children’s Hospital. Vanessa Burgess, direc-

tor of the Fashion N2 Passion Show, has decided to donate to an extremely important cause that is dear to her heart, after watching her granddaughter be transported multiple times to Duke Children’s Hospital for brain surgery. The fashion show will have an array of entertainment, including fashion modeling, live singing performances, and comedian hosts. There will also be vendor tables in the lobby and ballroom area. Vendor tables are still available, for more information contact Vanessa Burgess. 601 S. College Road FRIENDS OF LELAND LIBRARY SALE 6/13, 10am: The Friends of the Leland Library will hold their Second Saturday sale on Saturday, June

13th from 10am-2pm at the Magnolia House, 485 Village Road, Leland. We are offering all of our books at the usual LOW prices: $1 hardbacks and $.50 paperbacks. Kids books start at only $.10! Don’t miss this chance to stock up on some good reads to take to the beach or pool! For more information, please contact Ellie Edwards, (910) 8332322. Magnolia House, 485 Village Road BLAME THE MEDIA 6/16, 7:30am: How do local media organizations decide what stories to cover and how to cover them? What will the changing media landscape mean for news coverage in the Wilmington region? What is the best way for companies and other organizations to interact and share story ideas with the media? These and other questions concerning the local media will be addressed at the next Power Breakfast on June 16. Rotten tomatoes will be available at the door. Visit WilmingtonPowerBreakfast.com to reserve your seats now! Featuring managing editor Caroline Curran of Port City Daily; editor Vicky Janowski of Greater Wilmington Business Journal; news director Rachel Lewis Hilburn of WHQR; editor Pam Sander at Star News; anchor Frances Weller at WECT; and new director Kevin Wuzzardo of WWAY. Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Dr. STORMFEST Stormfest, Sat., 6/20, 10am-4pm. Free. Explore the science of weather with the National Weather Service, local broadcast meteorologists, and community safety experts. Engage in fun, hands-on experiments to investigate air pressure, precipitation, and wind. Present your own forecast and make weather tools you can use at home. Cape Fear Museum, 910-798-4370. Hours: Tues-Sat, 9am5pm; Sun., 1-5pm. $5-$8. Free for museum members and children under 3. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sun. ea. month. 814 Market St. capefearmuseum NC BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL 6/20, 9am: Celebrate the historic, economic and cultural significance of blueberries in southeastern NC. Come enjoy some of the area’s finest entertainment and artisans nestled around the courthouse square. Antique cars line the streets of Burgaw; the smell of food vendor’s delicacies will entice you; take home one of a kind arts and crafts and of course the Festival’s main attraction-Blueberries! There are more than 20 events ranging from the street fair to a recipe contest, barbeque cook-off, a 5K run, special exhibits and more. Pender County Courthouse Square, 100 S. Wright St. WORLD REFUGEE DAY 2015 CELEBRATION 6/20, 10am: World Refugee Day was established by UNHCR to honor the courage, strength and determination of women, men and children forced to flee their home countries. Join us at Hugh MacRae park on Saturday, June 20th to celebrate! The day will be filled with cultural entertainment, international food, children’s activities, and a walk around the park. It’s the one day of the year that is dedicated to highlighting the plight of refugees worldwide and all the great things they bring to our community! Hugh MacRae Park Shelter #6, 1799 South College Rd. SUMMER WRITER’S CONFERENCE 6/26, noon: Enjoy an MFA experience at the

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want to miss great eats, free beer and wine, live music by Masonboro Sound, plus, hundreds of our famous raffles and hand-picked auction items. Join us at Bradley Creek Marina clubhouse from 6-9pm. Plus, get first dibs on volunteer opportunities for July 4, 2014. As in years past, we’re headed out to the island to protect the tradition of Masonboro Island. Sign up at the party for your favorite slot on the big day! We’ll also introduce you to our Masonboro Island Explorer team and you’ll be able to sign up for our fall program. 6338 Oleander Drive

AMATEUR RADIO FIELD DAY 2015 6/27-28, noon: Members of the NHC Emergency Prep Group will be participating in the national Amateur Radio Field Day exercise, June 27 – 28 at Ogden Park Shelters 1,2 & 3. Since 1933, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of Amateur Radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend. Anyone may become a licensed Amateur Radio operator. There are over 725,000 licensed hams in the United States, as young as 5 and as old as 100. And with clubs such as the Wilmington VHF Association, Azalea Coast Amateur Radio Club & New Hanover County ARES, it’s easy for anybody to get involved right here in New Hanover County. Mark Abreu (910) 431-6128 AbreuMA677@arrl.net. www.arrl.org/ what-is-ham-radio. Ogden Park

BOW WOW LUAU AND CAT’S MEOW 6/13, 7pm: An animal rescue FUN-raiser event that raises awareness and financial support to benefit animal rescue groups in our community. Join us on Saturday, June 13th, at Banks Channel Pub & Grille in Wrightsville Beach for a night of fun—all to benefit homeless animals in our community! Put on your best luau attire or favorite casual island wear and get ready to have a blast at this fun-filled animal charity fundraiser! Enjoy island sounds of steel drums playing outside under palm trees. Inside, musical entertainment will be provided by Island Time Band, a Jimmy Buffet cover band. Bring your pet-related questions for our “Ask the Vet” booth. Bid on a many of the wonderful silent and live auction items. Enjoy authentic Hawaiian Hula performance dancing, as well as authentic cultural Polynesian fire dancing! Banks Channel Pub & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive

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FATHERS FOR HOPE CAMPAIGN The 12th Annual Fathers for Hope Campaign supports initiatives designed to unite men in our community in support of the prevention of domestic violence. We need men in the forefront to take a visible stand against domestic violence to help

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WARM RAISE THE ROOF GALA 6/19, 7pm: The 5th Annual Raise the Roof Gala & Auction at The Terraces at Sir Tyler in Wilmington, NC, is a chance to wear elegant island wear for an evening of dinner, drinks, music, and live and silent auctions. Proceeds benefit Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry (WARM), which helps make homes safer for elderly, disabled, and low-income homeowners. Terraces on Sir Tyler Drive, 1826 Sir Tyler Dr.

Annually, the Bow Wow Luau and Cat’s Meow takes place to raise funds for the betterment of numerous animal rescue groups in town. All folks are coming to Banks Channel on June 13 at 7 p.m., donning their best luau attire, enjoying live steel-drum music and a Jimmy Buffett cover band, and watching Polynesian fire dancing. An “ask the vet” booth will be set up for folks to have their pet-related questions answered, plus a silent and live auction will take place. Head to 530 Causeway Drive to be a part of the fun! Fathers for Hope, to provide an opportunity for others to join, and celebrate the positive potential of this important campaign. Madeline Suite at UNCW, 11:30am-1pm,and hosted by long-time emcee and Father for Hope, Jon Evans, WECT-TV6/Fox 26 News Anchor. On Father’s Day Sunday, 6/21, Star News will recognize supporters by sponsoring a full-page ad. Your name will be listed along with other leaders in our community who are 2015 Fathers for Hope – Men for Change. By giving $100 or more, you will become a Father for Hope – Man for Change for the 2015 campaign or $1,000 or more to become a Leadership Donor. Donations can be made on line by visiting www.domesticviolence-wilm.org, or by mailing your contribution to Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc., PO Box 1555, Wilmington, NC 28402.

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theatre/auditions MARY POPPINS Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins—a musical based on the stories of P. L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film. Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman. Book by Julian Fellowes. New Songs and Additional Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe. Wed, 6/10-Sun., 6/14; Fri., 6/19-Sun., 6/21; Fri., 6/26-Sun., 6/28. Young Jane and Michael Banks have sent many a nanny packing before the practically perfect Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep and turns their family’s world upside down. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that “anything can happen if you let it.” A joyous journey through the

fantasies and foibles of childhood and jam-packed with unforgettable theatrical magic, this entertaining new Broadway smash features brand-new music, plus the irresistible songs from the movie - “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “A Spoonful of Sugar,” “Feed the Birds,” and more. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR & GRILL See page 22. RANEY TheatreNOW presents Clyde Edgerton’s RANEY as a dinner theater show through June 14. Edgerton’s novel has been adapted for the stage by John Justice and showcases some of Wilmington’s finest performers. Don’t miss this classic Southern story of family, music, and forgiveness. Not for children. Ticket includes a 3-course Southern comfort food-inspired meal with choice of entree. Look for information on two special perfomances with a pre-show presentation by author, Clyde Edgerton, art auction and more with portion of proceeds to benefit the Wilmington Arts Council. May 8-June 14, 2015. Shows Friday and Saturday nights at 7pm. Sundays (beginning 5/24) at 3pm. Directed by Justin Smith. Starring Kendra Goehring-Garrett and Zach Hanner. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th Street

posed infidelity. As Henry is actually having an affair with Annie, the wife of one of his actors, we watch as fiction and reality collide. 120 S. Second Street SUMMERS AT SEABREEZE 6/19-7/25, Fri-Sat, 6pm: In the era of segregation,

6/10-11: TAMING OF THE SHREW It’s Shakespeare on the Green time! And the kids are in on the Bard’s fun, too. The Cape Fear Shakespeare Youth Company will continue performing “Taming of the Shrew” on June 10 and 11, as well as the 16 through 18 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre. Bring a picnic and the family to enjoy the outdoor drama for free! Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and shows start at 8 p.m. For more info: 910-3992878 or www.capefearshakespeare.com. African-Americans had few options when it came to enjoying the beautiful waters of our coastal home. Fortunately, the place they did have was Seabreeze. And from it’s birth at the turn of the century to it’s ultimate demise after decades of revelry, Seabreeze has been the center of many amazing stories, a lifeline for it’s residents and the spot where many a carefree day was spent. This multi-media piece, crafted from the tales of those that were there, celebrates the storied history of this cultural touchstone. Special musical arrangements and recordings provided by Wilmington Walk of Fame Star recipient, Grenoldo Frazier. A 3-course low-country/beach-inspired meal included with dinner ticket. Conceived, written, and directed by Zach Hanner. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. $34 adults; $26, seniors and children under 12; $20 for show only. Free valet. theatrewilmington.com

FRED MICHAELS 6/14, 3pm: Former Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood Puppeteer, Fred Michaels, performs Circus of Strings free at the Brunswick Little Theatre as an introduction to our Marionette Workshop. Details on the BLT homepage at www.brunswicklittletheatre.com. Brunswick Little Theatre, 8068 River Road SE CHOOSE YOUR OWN IPAD ADVENTURE 6/15, 1:30pm: When it comes to creative endeavors, kids almost always have the best ideas. In this creative theatre session, students learn the basics of performance (physical, vocal and facial expression), and conceive an original concept for a short video project then actually shoot the video, edit and score their piece using the iPad! No equipment necessary. Instructor: Zach Hanner. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th Street THE REAL THING AUDITIONS Thalian Association Community Theatre will hold auditions for The Real Thing by Tom Stoppard. Auditions will be held on Mon., 6/15-Tues, 6/16, 7pm, at the Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd St. No prepared material required; you will be asked to read from the script. The production, directed by Robb Mann, runs 8/6-23 at the Red Barn Studio Theatre. Available roles (open to all ethnicities): Henry — Male, 30-40s; Annie - Female, 30s; Charlotte- Female, 30-40s; Max- Male, 30-40s; Billy – Male, 20-30s; Debbie – Female, 17 years old; Brodie- Male, early to mid 20s. Synopsis: Henry is a popular playwright who wrote a play about a sup-

GODSPELL JR. 6/19, 7:30pm: Brunswick Little Theatre’s youth division, The Stagestruck Players, will present the musical Godspell, JR June 18-22 at 7:30 pm and Tuesday, June 23 at 3:00 pm at BLT’s new home, 8068 River Road, Southport. Godspell, JR incorporates pop, folk rock, gospel, and vaudeville musical styles in an infectious and inspiring score. The cast ranges in age from 11 to 18 years, and the majority have multiple stage performances under their belts. Tickets are $5 for under 12 and $10 for adults and are available online at www.brunswicklittletheatre. com or at Ricky Evans Galleryor call (910) 447BLT6 (2586). This performance is supported in part by a Grassroots Arts grant from the Brunswick Arts Council and the NC Arts Council. PAGE TO STAGE

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music/concerts JAZZ CONCERT SERIES 6/11, 6:30pm: Join the Bellamy Mansion for an evening of fun and great live Jazz! General admission is $12, and admission for Bellamy and Jazz Society members is $10. All tickets are sold at the door on the day of the event. Chairs and blankets are welcome. Beer and wine is sold at the event. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market Street PORT CITY ANTI FEST 2015 See pages 12-13. PORT CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL 6/7-14, at various venues. Under the direction of cellist and conductor Dr. Stephen Framil, the festival’s ensemble-in-residence Camerata Philadelphia will present four world-class musicians: violinist Simon Maurer, mezzo-soprano Kyle Engler, pianist Daniel Lau and Stephen Framil on cello. The program will focus on Spanish music with compositions from Gaspar Cassado, Manuel de Falla, Enrique Granados and Joaquin Turina. http://portcitymusicfestival.org for full schedule. Free and open to the public. SWEET ADELINES OPEN HOUSE 6/15, 6:30pm: “Port City A Cappella”, formerly the Azalea Coast Chorus of Sweet Adelines Int., will have an “Open House” Membership Drive at The Masonboro Baptist Church. Ladies, do you need a night out? Have a love for singing and Fellowship? Find all about singing in the barbershop tradition. No experience necessary. Ramona Barr: 910-791-3846.

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dance MIDDLE EASTERN/BELLY DANCE CLASSES Thurs, 6/11, 12:15pm: Dance focuses on the isolation and manipulation of the ribcage, arms, belly and pelvis; and uses all of the major muscle groups in the body. As one progresses through each move, the whole body’s coordination improves allowing students to move with grace and confidence. Women of all ages, shapes and ability levels are invited to enjoy this opportunity to create a connection to the power in your body through movement in an atmosphere of encouragement and support. Wear comfortable clothing. New Hanover County Senior Resource Center, 2222 College Rd. Claire: 410-897-2752 AZALEA COAST USA DANCE 6/13, 6:30pm: Join us next month, June 14th, for an evening of social ballroom dance and a group dance lesson in Night Club Two Step at the New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd., Wilmington, NC. from 6:45 to 7:30PM. No partner necessary for the lesson. Open dancing to our own custom mix of ballroom smooth and latin music from 7:30 to 10:00PM. Admission $10 members, $12 non-members, $5 military with ID, $3 students with ID. Contact 910-799-1694 or e-mail usadance@csandes.com. New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd. ELKS CLUB DANCE SOCIAL

6/19, 7:30pm: Come Dance with us at the Elks Club. DJ and singer Tony LaFalce has more than 4000 songs and will gladly play your requests for all kinds of music: Ballroom, Latin, Shag, Nightclub, Country, Rock and Roll, Line dancing. For more info, call Tim Gugan, 371-5368. S17 member couples, $20 guest couples. Elks Club, 5102 Oleander Dr. BABS MCDANCE SUMMER SHOWCASE 6/28, 3pm: It is Monday night; you’re on the sofa, popcorn in hand. You are waiting for your favorite ABC show, Dancing with the Stars, because you dream of the day you will dance for an audience. If this describes you, please join Babs McDance Social Dance Club & Ballroom for our Summer Showcase. We will have 16 amazing performances, social dancing, as well as heavy hors d’oeurves. Come support the performers as they fulfill their dream. Who knows, you may just register to be in our Christmas Showcase. $20 per person or $30 per couple. 6782 Market Street TUMBLE IN MOTION 6/30, noon: Camp sessions are Monday - Friday. Enroll in multiple camps and receive $5 off for each additional camp! Something for everyone of all ages!!!! Recreational Summer programs offer the opportunity to try a new discipline without a full-year commitment, make new friends & stay in shape. All schedules are subject to change according to enrollment. Thanks for supporting TIM and we look forward to seeing you all around the studio this summer!! Techniques In Motion School of Dance 5543-100 Carolina Beach Road. www. techniquesinmotion.com 910 799-3223. 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. www. walshkelleyschool.com. 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 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.

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Annual Call to Artists for the remainder of 2015. The gallery space at LCAC is suitable for two-dimensional artworks with potential to showcase 3D work in the future. Exhibits will last for approximately four weeks, and will be scheduled on a monthly basis for July – December 2015. Artists, 18 years of age and older unless otherwise specified, residing and/or working in Leland, Brunswick County, and surrounding areas are eligible. Individual artists, Undergraduate/Graduate students, and artist groups are welcome. Applications will be reviewed by a committee of visual art professionals. Submission Deadline: May 31, 2015 Artist Notification: June 19, 2015 For a Gallery Guide and Submission Form, please e-mail lcac@townofleland.com. 1212 Magnolia Village Way. IF IT FITS, MAIL IT Collage, paint, assemblage, photography, the written word...anything goes—as long as the postal service will mail it. All entries accepted. No fees. Work will be returned only if accompanied by a self addressed envelope with sufficient postage, or an arranged pick up of work after July 17. DEADLINE for accepting work is 6/20. Opening reception: 6/26, 6-9pm. Send entries to: Fritzi Huber c/o Acme Art, 711 N. 5th St., Wilmington, NC 28401. There will be an online catalog published after all entrees are received. JILLIAN BOIVIN Through 6/30: Jillian Boivin will exhibit her unique style of combining aboriginal dot paintings with the construction design of molas, using reverse applique of fabrics to create the picture. Aboriginal Dot paintings typical use acrylics with a series of small raised dots on a flat surface to create a highly textured image. Her images include underwater creatures and, more recently, geometric designs that look like fabulous quilts. Artful Living Group will exhibit her latest work throughout the month of June and hold an opening reception June 4th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm the the upstairs gallery. 112 Cape Fear Blvd. LIFE IS A KALEIDOSCOPE 6/11, 6pm: Spectrum Gallery will host an Artist’s Opening Reception for Gale Smith’s exhibit, “Life Is a Kaleidoscope” on Thursday, June 11, from 6-9 PM. The soft, gentle curves of Gale’s vibrant paintings with ink on copper radiate to create a dimensional piece of art. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Live music will be performed by Mark Teachey. Spectrum Gallery, 1125 J Military Cutoff Rd. A MILLION LITTLE LINES 6/12, 6pm: Bottega Gallery in downtown Wilmington is proud to present A Million Little Lines: New Work by Heather Divoky. Dates for the exhibit are June19th-Aug 15th with an opening reception to be held Friday June 14th, 6pm- 9pm with artist in attendance, light hors d’oeurves and live music. Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 122 Princess St. ILLUMINATION Illumination features the work of North Carolinian painter Catherine C. Martin. Catherine C. Martin approaches traditional subject matters, such as landscape and architecture, with unconventional techniques. Beginning each work by priming her canvas in an intense red, Martin then sketches her forms in purple. The dark outline of her forms, along with the hot accents of the under-painting, define the vibrant and intense style for which she is known. Illumination will remain on view until June 20. New Elements Gallery, 201 Princess St. MARIA BORGHOFF 6/26, 6pm: Join us for the opening of Maria Borghoff’s art show titled ‘Discernment and the paradox of separateness’ consisting of drawings, sculptures and mixed media installations inspired by neurosci-

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LOGIC JAM 6/24, 3pm: Pepper Hill from the Cape Fear Museum will introduce logic puzzles that will start teaching kids to think like computer scientists! Everyone will get a chance to tackle the puzzles hands-on. This program for Elementary School-age children is free, but pre-registration is required on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St. CAPE FEAR MUSEUM Exhibits: Reflections in Black and White Exhibit: Free for members or with general admission Reflections in Black and White will highlight Cape Fear Museum’s large collection of photographs. The exhibit will feature a selection of informal black and white photographs taken by black and white Wilmingtonians after World War II, before the Civil Rights movement helped end legalized segregation. Visitors will have a chance to compare black and white experiences and think about what people’s lives were like in the region during the latter part of the Jim Crow era. • Make It Work, through 9/13/15: Encourages visitors to explore the six types of universal simple machines to learn how they make work easier. • Fort Fisher: 150 Years, through 7/13/15: Includes hundreds of artifacts that document the history of Fort Fisher and its changing role in the community. View a selection of objects and images that shed light on the past 150 years. • World War II: A Local Artist’s Perspective: In time for the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landing and the Normandy campaign, Cape Fear Museum will be exhibiting one of the region’s most powerful collections of World War II artifacts. • Cape Fear Stories presents artifacts, images, models, and 3D settings to explore people’s lives in the Lower Cape Fear from Native American times through the end of the 20th century. • Michael Jordan Discovery Gallery, Williston Auditorium, giant ground sloth, Maritime Pavilion and more! 910-7984370. Hours: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm. $5-$8. Free for museum members and children under 3. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sun. ea. month. 814 Market St. capefearmuseum MISSILES AND MORE MUSEUM Topsail Island’s Missiles and More Museum features the rich history and artifacts of this area 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. 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. www.playwilmington.org 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534 WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM

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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. (910) 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 afterhours 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, 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634, 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. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy.” and “Sheena”, a 23ft long 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 ex-

6/11: BANK TO BRIDGE RUN Runners, on your mark! The fourth annual New Bridge Bank to Bridge Run takes place on June 11 at 7 p.m. The race will benefit Sea Devil Athletics and CFCC Foundation scholarships. The 4.0 run and 1.0 walk will take participants from the Isabel Holmes Bridge to the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge across downtown Wilmington. At the finish line, a celebration will be enjoyed with food, drinks and more! Fees are $25 for walkers and $35 for runners. hibited 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. 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. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St. CAMERON ART MUSEUM Exhibits: Matter of Reverence: For over 40 years, Hiroshi Sueyoshi (Japanese, b. 1946) has worked in the medium of clay. This exhibition explores the evolution of his art and philosophy as well as his major influences including Isamu Noguchi, Peter Voulkos and Ruth Duckworth. Featuring work from CAM’s permanent collection as well as loans from private and public collections including the Renwick Gallery, Washington, DC, the Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC and the Asheville Art Museum, Asheville, NC. Free for members. • Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of Claude Howell (March 17, 1915 – February 3, 1997). ClaudeLIVE focuses on the life and work of one of North Carolina’s most notable artists. Howell holds an established place in the vanguard of North Carolina art. A brilliant colorist and meticulous draftsman, he is best known for his intimate examination of the southern coast: the quality of light and life of its people. For over fifty years, Howell kept journals chronicling his daily life in Wilmington and his international travels through twenty-three countries. He wrote brilliant radio commentaries inspired by his journal entries which were produced by WHQR Public Radio. Additionally, he established the art department of the University of North Carolina Wilmington, and was teacher, mentor, arts activist and philanthropic leader, using his great energy and will for the betterment of the arts in North Carolina.Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues-Sun,10am-5pm; Thurs: 10am-9pm. Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. • CAM Café hrs: Tues-Sat, 11am-3pm; Sun, 10am-3pm; Thurs. dinner. 910-395-5999. www. cameronartmuseum.org BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE 18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. burgwinwrighthouse. com.

sports/recreation NEWBRIDGE BANK TO BRIDGE RUN 6/11, 7pm: Sea Devil Athletics and the CFCC Foundation are partnering with NewBridge Bank to bring the Wilmington community the 4th Annual NewBridge Bank Bridge to Bridge 4.0 run / 1.0 walk. The run is a 4-mile course that will take participants from the Isabel Holmes Bridge to the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge through some of the most scenic areas of downtown Wilmington, NC. The race for scholarships will take place Thursday, June 11th, at 7pm. The finish line will consist of a celebration with food, beverages and community supporters. Funds raised will support student scholarships at CFCC. Fees: $30. Walkers: $25. CFCC Schwartz Center, 601 N. Front St. FUTURE GENERATIONS TOURNEY 6/13, 8am: The First Tee of the Cape Fear Region impacts the lives of over 3000 children between the ages of 7 and 17. Our youth participants are in-

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6/13: “Journey 2: The Mysterious Island”(2012). For more information of the rest of the movie series titles, visit http://www.cfifn.org/reel-wilmington. Bring your own folding chairs. This event is sponsored by Wilmington Downtown Inc., Downtown Business Alliance, Slice of Life, Front Street Brewery, Port City Java and Cool Wilmington. For additional information or comments, contact Richard Gehron at richardg@cfifn.org or (910)200-2438. FAMILY MOVIES 6/17, 24, 3pm: Cool off with free family movies on Wednesday afternoons at Northeast Library this summer! Weekly films rated G and PG are scheduled from June 17 to August 5. For titles, ratings, and length of films check the calendar at www. nhclibrary.org, or call 910-798-6373. No registration is needed for these free film screenings. You may bring light snacks and covered drinks to enjoy during the movies, and a blanket or towel in case you want to settle down and watch on the floor. posted by Dorothy Hodder dhodder@nhcgov.com 910-7986323. Northeast Regional Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Road

kids’ stuff LEGOS 6/11, 3:30pm: Contact Julie Criser, jcriser@nhcgov. com / 910-798-6303. Monthly Lego challenge at the Library is a fun way for Elementary School age kids to practice problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, visualizing three dimensional structures, communication, and motor skills! Participating children may work alone or with a buddy. Legos are scheduled on the second Thursday of each month at New Hanover County’s Main Library. The sessions

are free but space is limited, so please preregister on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org or by calling 910-798-6303. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St. FAMILY SCIENCE SATURDAY: MAKE IT WORK Family Science Saturday: Make It Work, Sat., 6/13, 10am, PreK; 11am and noon, ages 5-14. Free for members or with general admission. Experience how mechanical advantage makes work easier as you create and use simple machines. Take a guided tour of our Make it Work exhibit to see how simple machines have been used in the maritime industry. Parental participation required. Cape Fear Museum, 910-798-4370. Hours: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm. $5-$8. Free for museum members and children under 3. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sun. ea. month. 814 Market St. capefearmuseum SUMMER READING CLUB 2015 6/14-7/14: For ages 2 and up, every Tuesday from June 16-July 21 and enjoy our three fun stations – craft, reading and computer! Stations change every 45 minutes. Special performances on the opening and closing dates! and weekly drawing for prizes! June 16th- Registration; get your reading record, “Gracie the Clown,” 11am • 6/23, 30, 7/7, 14, and 21 is awards day with Fish the Magish, 11am. Read (or be read to) 2 hours per week to receive weekly prize. Get your reading record stamped any time during each week! Record must be turned in by 6pm July 17th to receive the Golden Ticket for a special prize! Brunswick County Public Library, 487 Village Rd NE MIGHTY MITES 6/15, 22, 3:30pm: Mighty Mites are Super Readers in Training! Bring your pre-reader to this special summer storytime on Monday afternoons, June 15 to

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Super Villain meetups; 5:30pm. June 16: Craft Duct Tape Capes and Eye Masks! June 23: Manufacture Pool Noodle Light Sabers! June 30: Shoot a Super Villain Movie and pose for Super Villain Mugshots! Costume is required today. July 14: Prepare PVC Pipe Water Obstacle! July 21: Ready the Water Blobs! July 28: Stockpile Sponge Bombs! Aug 4: Final Super Villain Mission Briefing! We’ll put your Super Villain skills to the test at the 2nd Annual Superhero Fun Run on Saturday, Aug. 8, at Myrtle Grove. Super Villains will lurk along the course to hurl water balloons at kid Superheroes! Youth Services Librarian Scooter Hayes shayes@nhcgov.com 910-798-6393. New Hanover County Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 S. College Rd. TOUCH TANK TUESDAYS 6/16, 10am: Ever wonder what a live shrimp, crab, or whelk looks like? Are dead man’s fingers really

6/16: KIDS READING CLUB Wanna make sure little Suzy continues flexing her brain power over the summer? Well, sign her up for Super Villian Syndicate at the New Hanover County Library. Their summer reading program is focused around the theme, “Every Hero Has a Story.” Kids can create their own super villian identity and plot water warfare against other superheroes! Kids are asked to be a part of the free super villian meetups, too, at 5:30 p.m., starting June 16, wherein they’ll make capes and eye masks out of duct tape. dead? Find out during our weekly critter touch tank! This fun weekly event connects children and adults alike with organisms found in nature, including blue

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at Wrightsville Beach with a fun in the sun yoga practice! Then afterwards the adventure continues into the water with surf lessons (2:1 kid to instructor ratio) and treasure hunts... just to name a few activities! Tuesdays and Thursdays will be spent in the studio also beginning with, you guessed it, a fun yoga class! Additionally, we are partnering with the Ukulele Academy to provide ukulele lessons. The excitement doesn’t end here, we will also dive into various art projects, partner yoga, and so much more! This is a camp your kid will not want to miss. Longwave Yoga, 203 Racine Drive #200 FROZEN CAMP Afternoon Co-ed Camps include: “Frozen” Camp June 22-June 26. Camp sessions are Monday Friday multiple camp discount. Enroll in multiple camps and receive $5 off for each additional camp! Something for everyone of all ages!!!! Recreational Summer programs offer the opportunity to try a new discipline without a full-year commitment, make new friends & stay in shape. All schedules are subject to change according to enrollment. Thanks for supporting TIM and we look forward to seeing you all around the studio this summer!! Techniques In Motion School of Dance 5543-100 Carolina Beach Road Wilmington, NC 28412 www.techniquesinmotion.com 910 799-3223 SING-A-LONG WITH MISS JULIE 6/25, 11am: Contact Julie Criser jcriser@nhcgov. com 910-798-6303 Singing with young kids is a great way to help them get ready to read, and it’s a fun and easy activity to do at home or in the car! Children’s Librarian and longtime choir member Julie Criser will lead a weekly Sing-along at Main Library on Thursday mornings this summer, using traditional tunes and rhymes. How does singing help children develop pre-literacy skills? Miss Julie explains that music slows language down, making it easier for children to hear the different sounds that make up individual words. Songs can also introduce new words and lead to lots of interesting conversations about words and meaning. Miss Julie hopes Sing-alongs will encourage families to have lots of fun singing together. NHC Library programs are free and open to the public, and no reservations are needed for Sing-alongs. For more information about children’s programs at NHC Library, please call the Main Library Children’s Room at 910-7986303 or check the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org. 201 Chestnut St. B-BALL BY THE SEA CAMP Basketball by the Sea is a developmental camp for players of all levels and abilities. Campers will learn different aspects of the game with emphasis being placed on fundamentals and personal fitness development. Campers will learn new drills to improve their overall skill level in an enjoyable, energetic, and positive camp atmosphere. Campers will be divided

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readings/lectures PLEASURE ISLAND SEA TURTLE TALK 6/10, 24, 7pm: Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project will be presenting a talk on sea turtles at the Carolina Beach State Park visitor center. Learn about threat-

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ALICE IN WONDERLAND REVISITED 6/16, 6:30pm: Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s classic children’s story, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, at this lecture by Dr. Joseph Ward. Dr. Ward’s guided tour of Wonderland through the eyes of Alice Liddell and her sisters will be illustrated by photographs, art, and his own experiences while on sabbatical at Christ Church, Oxford, in 1998. Joseph Ward is a Presbyterian minister who has served churches in Indiana, Pennsylvania, and NC. He is a graduate of Christian Theological Seminary and Princeton Theological Seminary, and has lectured at Duke and NC State Universities. Free and no registration required. For Anna Connelly at aconnelly@nhcgov.com or 910798-6372. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

JOEL BOURNE 6/18, 7pm: In “The End of Plenty, the Race to Feed a Crowded World, National Geographic contributor Joel K. Bourne Jr. takes readers on a journey from his family farm to international agricultural hotspots where a tightening global grain supply spurs riots and revolutions. With a background in agronomy and the clear, elegant writing honed by a career in journalism, Bourne makes clear the possibility of a Mathusian catastrophe. Part history, part reportage, part advocacy, The End of Plenty is an urgent wakeup call for anyone concerned about our planet and its people. Joel K. Bourne Jr. graduated with a BS in agronomy from NC State University. A contributing writer for National Geographic, he has written for Audobon, Science, and Outside, among others. He lives in Wilmington, North Carolina. Pomegranate Books, 4418 Park Ave.

JOHN BATCHELOR BOOK SIGNING 6/17, 5pm: Restaurant reviewer and food critic John E. Batchelor’s newest book, “Chefs of the Coast: Restaurants & Recipes from the North Carolina Coast,” highlights coastal Carolina’s best restaurants and chefs. Mr. Batchelor will be celebrating the book in Wilmington with featured chefs, who will also prepare food: Kymberlei Dinapoli, Taste the Olive Café & Wine Bar Robert Pickens, Kornerstone Bistro Pierre Penegre, Le Catalan French Café & Wine Bar Thierry Moity, Caprice Bistro. Batchelor profiles 50 well-established and up-and-coming chefs from 16 coastal cities of North Carolina. Draw-

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PILOTING COURSE 6/11, 6:30pm: Piloting Course Cape Fear Sail & Power Squadron, a chapter of the United States Power Squadrons®, offers the Piloting Course. This is the first course in the sequence of courses on navigation, covering the basics of coastal and inland navigation. This course focuses on navigation as it is done on recreational boats today and embraces GPS as a primary navigation tool while covering enough of traditional techniques so the student will be able to find his/her way even if their GPS fails. The course includes many in-class exercises, developing the student’s skills through hands-on practice and learning. Eight classes of two hours each are scheduled for presentation of this course. In addition the students have seven days to complete the open book exam, $65. The dates are every Thursday from 6/11-7/30, 6:30-8:30pm at CFCC, Room U528. To find out more about this course and other boating education opportunities and sign up, please go to capefearsailandpowersquadron.org.

classes/workshops ADULT SUMMER STUDIES True Stories Matter: Creative Nonfiction Beginning and All Levels- 2015/4-ASS1, through 6/28, Sun. 2-4:30pm. $115/$100 CAM member $125/$110 CAM member after June 1st Delve deep into the narrative modes of fiction to create meaningful stories in personal essay, extended memoir or even narrative poetic form. Our true life stories often carry social or cultural significance, as well as the personal, and the craft of storytelling allows the writer to artistically unfold layers of meaning. Builds on the Museum School’s earlier Memory and Metaphor. Instructor: Margo Williams. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th Street. WATERCOLOR WEDNESDAY 6/10, 12:30pm: Watercolor Wednesday continues at the Kure Beach Community Center - this 4-week watercolor class runs from June 10th through July 1st and is open to all levels of aspiring painters. Classes are taught by Kure Beach’s own awardwinning, international artist Ken Withrow. Class is held from 12:30-2:30pm and the cost to participate is $30 per person per 4-week session. Registration forms and a list of needed supplies can be found at Town Hall or by emailing parks@tokb.org. Bring your completed registration form and payment to

COMPOST 101 Ever wanted to start your own compost pile? Into recycling and gardening? Why send it to the Landfill when you can take our Compost 101 workshop to learn the how, why, and what of multiple methods of composting. Handouts and materials will be provided to take home. Free for all K-12 Teachers and $10 per individual for the general public. NHC Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive ZUMBA AT 31 FITNESS Grand opening of 31 Fitness: 6/13, 6pm, w/ twohour dance party, 5:30pm. Ages 13 and up welcome. • Wed and Fri., 6:30pm; Sat, 10am; only $7

to dance in; approx. 55 minutes. Athletic (supportive) shoes are required. Wear something you are comfortable sweating in! • Kids classes, Mondays, 4pm, through 8/3. Lynn Molina, instructor. 4209 Oleander Dr. DIGITAL PRINTING: TRANSFERS 6/13, noon: $45/$40 CAM member, plus $20 supply fee paid to instructor on day of workshop $50/$45 CAM member after 6/8. This is a digital printing process that uses an Epson professional printer (Instructor provides). Students bring high resolution digital images they wish to print. Images are printed on DASS transfer film then transferred to a flat surface. Instructor: Kristen Crouch. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th St. ZUMBA CLASSES Wednesdays at the Hannah Arts Center (old USO building) in downtown Wilmington at 120 S. Second St. Two classes, 5-5:55pm and 6-6:55pm. Cost is $5 per class, cash only. Parking is available. All ages are welcome. Most of my clients range from 19 to 85. PORT CITY JAZZERCISE Buy June and July, and get August Free. Unlimited classes for 3 months for $80. No joining fee and no contract. 20 classes offered per week. Free childcare at 9:10 class on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Schedule is available at http://local.jazzercise. com/port-city-jazzercise/Wilmington-NC/. First class free. Port City Jazzercize, 5425 Oleander Drive Suite 8. TAKING CARE OF YOUR PET 6/15, 2pm: Kids have a chance to meet local hero Officer Jodi Kerwin and her own personal pet at this free library program. Officer Kerwin will talk about pet care at home, and about how New Hanover

County Animal Control helps keep animals safe in our community. No registration is needed for this free program. Readers of all ages are invited to join Summer Reading Club, which going on from June 13 to August 8. This year’s theme is ‘Every Hero Has a Story,” and many superhero events are planned. Join online at www.nhclibrary.org or at any New Hanover County Public Library. Contact Children’s Librarian Julie Criser, jcriser@nhcgov.com / 910-798-6303. 201 Chestnut St. SUPERHERO TRAINING 6/15, 22, 10am: The theme for Summer Reading Club 2015 at New Hanover County Public Library is “Every Hero Has a Story,” and the grand finale will be the Second Annual Superhero Fun Run on August 8 at Myrtle Grove Library. Elementary school age kids can bring superhero stories to life and get in shape for Superhero Fun Run at these weekly programs at Carolina Beach Library. No preregistration is needed for these free programs. June 15 - Superhero Boot Camp! June 22 - Star in a Superhero Movie! June 29 - Vaporize a Villain! July 13 - Attack of the Bubbles & Balloon Bombs! July 20- Superhero Water Wars! July 27 - Star Wars Dodgeball! Use the Force on film! Contact: Youth Services Librarian Scooter Hayes shayes@nhcgov. com 798-6393. UP AND ACTIVE 6/15, 6pm: Move your body, move your mind. One hour of music, games, and fun in the lawn area of Ocean Front Park. Music and games provided by Lynne and DJ Wave. Face painting with P3 Planning. Stick around for Turtle Talks under that Pavilion starting at 7pm. Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Avenue HEADACHE AWARENESS 6/17, 2pm: June is National Migraine and Head-

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ache Awareness Month. Join Brightmore of Wilmington, www.BrightmoreofWilmington.com, for “Headache Awareness: A Lunch and Learn about the Five Factors of Health” presented by Dr. Levi Bradburn, D.C. of Wellness Champions. Dr. Bradburn will share the solution to 90% of all headaches. Brightmore of Wilmington is a retirement community offering a continuum of on-site lifestyle choices for people age 62+. Lunch is included with this free program. Seating is limited to 50. Please RSVP by calling (910) 350-1980 by Friday, June 12th. Brightmore of Wilmington, 2324 41st Street HEALING CIRCLE 6/18, 5:45pm: Monthly Healing Circle for Animals. Enjoy a brief discussion about Energy & Holistic Healing benefits for pets. Christine will then lead a guided meditation and send distant healing for your beloved pets. You will have a chance to share your healing intention for your pet. Please bring a current photo of your pet. Do not bring your pet unless you pre-arrange with Christine Love donation donated to local animal rescue, $10 suggested. Eastern Therapeutic Center, 3333 Wrightsville Ave, Suite M DROP IN HOOP DANCE Wed, 7pm: No experience needed, come on out, being a friend ! Drop in with your own hoop for 3.00 or purchase a beautiful handmade beginner hoop for only 35.00! Great tunes, ocean breeze, fitness and fun! $3 Drop in fee, $35 to purchase. Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave., Kure Beach BEING MORTAL Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host a free conference, Being Mortal: Facing the Elephant in the Room, from 9-11:30 a.m. Tues., 6/30, at Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Drive. This conference will feature a panel discussion by clinicians and other end-of-life professionals: Gwen Whitley, LCFH vice president of clinical services; Suzanne Black, AARP-NC associate state director; and Holly Pilson, Area Agency on Aging caregiver specialist. The conference will also include a screening of “Frontline’s” documentary “Being Mortal,” based on Dr. Atul Gawande’s best-selling book of the same name. Registration for the conference is required. For more information or to register, contact Jason Clamme at 796-7943 or email Jason. Clamme@lcfh.org. OPEN ADULT BALLET Monday Night Open Ballet Class, 6:45pm-8:15pm, starts June 8. New student’s Rate: Class Card $120 (10 classes, 11th class Free). Instructor Amber Adams. Open Adult Ballet (ages 13&Up): Composed of “Barre” and “Center Work” this class is suitable for ongoing training for dancers and non dancers. This class promotes proper alignment, use of turn out, in a ballet technique that is safe to each individual. This class will also address the use of musical-

ity, “epaulement” (the relationship of the head and arms working together), and artistry encouraged in all dancers. Come dance with us! Techniques In Motion School of Dance, 5543-100 Carolina Beach Road

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Summer is here, which means more al fresco dining COUPON CLUB ART CLASSES Wilmington Coupon Club meets monthly, second and having cocktails with friends. Lighthouse Beer Classes by Lois DeWitt, lois.deitt@gmail.com. Monday, at 6pm Come exchange coupons and and Wine (220 Causeway Dr.) is holding a four$80 for 4 weeks. Mon, 10am: Sunrise and how to save money. www.wilmingtoncoucourse sake pairing in their outdoor beer garden on learn Sunset—Paint the Beach! Bring a photo to ponclub.com June 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. For only $20 folks recreate. • Tues., 10am: Water Color Flowers—Inspiration From Your Garden. Bring will taste eight various sakes, all paired with four photos of your garden beauties to recreate. small plates, featuring scallops, prosciutto and moz• Wed., 10am. Pet Portrait—Draw Your Pet! zarella, salmon, and a dessert. Also, sakes poured Bring a photo of our furry friend to rereate. • SUMMER OF SAKE will be avaialble for 15 percent off the bottle price. Thurs, 10am: e will explore your interests and 6/11: Sake pairings, Thursday, June 11, 5:30I will guide you through drawing and painting Call for tickets: 910-256-8622. 8:00, Lighthouse Beer and Wine Beer Garprojects that will inspire you to get going on a den. Pairing 8 sakes with 4 small plates fun track of creating art! • Fri., 10am: Zentangle – for $20. Each course will be paired pm for networking, dinner at 6 at Henry’s, 2508 Inspired Drawing! Meditative drawing method that with 2 sakes. This event is open flow, not a Independence Blvd. Wilmington. Female business engenders calm and well-being, create amazingly sit down meal. Tickets: 910-256-8622 or they are at women networking and professional development. beautiful drawings. • Sat., 10am: Stamp and Stencil Lighthouse Beer and Wine. Menu includes scallops, Dinner is dutch $15; annual membership $24. De3-hr. workshop, $40. Create an awesome painting prosciutto and mozzarella, salmon, and dessert. tails 762-8562. Henry’s Restaurant Wilmington NC, using the stamp and stencil method I use in my own www.culinarycreationsonline.com. Also, 15% off 2508 Independence Blvd. paintings. Contact Lois for supply list or to find out the sakes we pour for a special deal price! LightCAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB if materials are supplied. Sun Room, 6905 Southern house Beer and Wine, 220 Causeway Drive. (910) Club meets third Tues. each month, Sept thru Exposure 256-8622 June, 7pm at Cape Fear Community College, McFARMERS’ MARKETS Cloud Bldg, room S002. capefearcameraclub.org Fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, CAPE FEAR KNITTERS cheese, meats, seafood, honey and more! Poplar Cape Fear Knitters, the Wilmington chapter of The Grove, Apr-Nov, Wed, 8am-1pm. 910-686-9518. Knitting Guild of America (TKGA) meets the third ILM NEWCOMERS CLUB www.poplargrove.com • Riverfront Farmers’ MarSat. ea. month, 10am-noon. Gerri: 371-3556. Judy: 6/11, 9:30am: The ladies of Wilmington Newcomket open on Water St., downtown, every Sat., 383-0374. ers Club will meet Thursday, June 11. Social time through Dec., 8am-1pm. Food, arts & craft vendors begins at 9:30, followed by June program “Hurri- CAPE FEAR WEDDING ASSOCIATION and live music. www.wilmingtondowntown.com/ cane Preparedness” at 10:00. Our guest speaker Meet and greets the third Wed. ea. month. $25, farmers-market • Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market will be Mr. Warren Lee, Director Emergency Manmembers free. capefearweddingassociation.com every Sat., May-Sept, 8am-1pm, around the lake agement, NHC. Mr. Lee will share critical informain Carolina Beach. Free parking; vendors align the tion on preparation in the event of a hurricane. For meeting location, please visit our website: wilmingtonncnewcomers.com. Anyone new to New Hanover and Pender counties in the last four years is invited to join. 1518 Country Club Road

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ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20): “To look at a thing hard and straight and seriously—to fix it.” Aries author Henry James said he wanted to do that on a regular basis. He didn’t want to be “arbitrary” or “mechanical” in his efforts. I invite you to make this perspective one of your specialties in the coming weeks, Aries. Pick out a tweaked situation you’d like to mend or a half-spoiled arrangement you want to heal. Then pour your pure intelligence into it. Investigate it with a luminous focus. Use all your tough and tender insight to determine what needs to be transformed and transform it. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Drug-expert Jonathan P. Caulkins estimates that Americans are stoned on marijuana for more than 288 million hours every week. A U.N. report on global drug use concluded that Canadians consume weed at a similar rate. Among Europeans, Italians are number one and the French are fourth. I encourage you to avoid contributing to these figures for the next 12 to 14 days. In my astrological opinion, it’s time to be as sober and sensible and serious as you ever get. You have the chance to make unprecedented progress on practical matters through the power of your pure reasoning and critical thinking.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you carry out the assignments I recommend, you will boost your charisma, chutzpah and creativity. Here’s the first one: Try something impossible every day. Whether or not you actually accomplish it isn’t important. To merely make the effort will shatter illusions that are holding you back. Here’s your second assignment: Break every meaningless rule that tempts you to take yourself too seriously. Explore the art of benevolent mischief. Here’s the third: Clear out space in your fine mind by shedding one dogmatic belief, two unprovable theories and three judgmental opinions. Give yourself the gift of fertile emptiness.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the 16th century, roguish French author Francois Rabelais published a comic novel entitled, “The Life of Gargantua and of Pantagruel.” In the course of his satirical story, a learned teacher named Epistemon takes a visit to the afterlife and back. While on the other side, he finds famous dead heroes employed in humble tasks. Alexander the Great is making a meager living from mending old socks. Cleopatra is hawking onions in the streets. King Arthur cleans hats, and Helen of Troy supervises chambermaids. In accordance with the Rabelaisian quality of your current astrological aspects, Scorpio, I invite you to meditate on the reversals you would GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I think it’ll be better if you don’t engage in like to see in your own life. What is first that maybe should be last? And vice much sacrifice, compromise or surrender in the next two weeks. Normally, versa? What’s enormous that should be small? And vice versa? What’s proud they are valuable tools to have at your disposal, but for now they tend to be that should be humble? And vice versa? counterproductive. Judging from the current astrological omens, I suspect you need to be more commanding than usual, more confident in your vi- SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There’s no better time than now to ask the big question or seek the big opening or explore the big feeling. People sion of how to take action with maximum integrity. It’s time for you to draw are not only as receptive as they will ever be, they are more likely to underdeeper from the source of your own power, and express it with extra grace stand what you really mean and what you are trying to accomplish. Which door and imagination. has been forever locked? Which poker face hasn’t blinked or flinched in many CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will soon be escaping—or maybe moons? Which heart of darkness hasn’t shown a crack of light for as long as “graduating” is the right word—from your interesting trials and tribulations. you can remember? These are frontiers worth revisiting now, when your ability In honor of this cathartic transition, I suggest you consider a ritual. It can to penetrate the seemingly impenetrable is at a peak. be a full-fledged ceremony you conduct with somber elegance, or a fiveCAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The writer Donald Barthelme once minute psychodrama you carry out with boisterous nonchalance. It will be a came to see the artist Elaine de Kooning in her New York studio. Midway celebration of your ability to outlast the forces of chaos and absurdity, and through the visit, loud crashes and bangs disturbed the ceiling above them. De an expression of gratitude for the resources you’ve managed to call on in Kooning wasn’t alarmed. “Oh, that’s Herbert thinking,” she said, referring to the course of your struggle. To add an extra twist, you could improvise a the metal sculptor Herbert Ferber, who worked in a studio directly above hers. rowdy victory prayer that includes this quote adapted from Nietzsche: “I This is the kind of thinking I’d love to see you unleash in the coming days, Capthrow roses into the abyss and say: ‘Here is my thanks to the monster who ricorn. Now is not a time for mild, cautious, delicate turns of thought, rather did not devour me.’” for vigorous meditations, rambunctious speculations and carefree musings. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I propose a Friends Cleanse. It would be a In your quest for practical insight, be willing to make some noise. (The story three-week-long process of reviewing your support team and web of con- comes from Barthelme’s essay “Not-Knowing.”)

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nections. If you feel up for the challenge, start this way: Take inventory of your friendships and alliances. If there are any that have faded or deteriorated, make a commitment to either fix them or phase them out. Here’s the second stage of the Friends Cleanse: Give dynamic boosts to those relationships that are already working well. Take them to the next level of candor and synergy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Sidney Lumet was an American director who worked on 50 films, including 14 that were nominated for Academy Awards, like “Network” and “Dog Day Afternoon.” Actors loved to work with him, even though he was a stickler for thorough rehearsals. Intense preparation, he felt, was the key to finding the “magical accidents” that allow an actor’s highest artistry to emerge. I advocate a similar strategy for you, Aquarius. Make yourself ready, through practice and discipline, to capitalize fully on serVIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): After Walt Whitman published “Leaves endipitous opportunities and unexpected breakthroughs when they arrive. of Grass” in 1855, he made sure it would get the publicity he wanted. He wrote anonymous reviews of his own book and submitted them to several PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “It is not only the most difficult thing to publications, all of which printed them. “An American bard at last!” began know oneself, but the most inconvenient one, too,” American writer Josh Billthe glowing review that appeared in one newspaper. According to my readings said. I agree with him. It’s not impossible to solve the mystery of who you ing of the astrological omens, Virgo, you now have license to engage in are, but it can be hard work that requires playful honesty, cagey tenacity and similar behavior. You will incur no karma, nor will you tempt fate, if you tout an excellent sense of humor. The good news is that these days it’s far less difyour own assets in the coming weeks. Try to make your bragging and self- ficult and inconvenient than usual for you to deepen your self-understanding. promotion as charming as possible, of course. But don’t be timid about it. So take advantage! To get started, why don’t you interview yourself? Go here to see some questions you could ask: http://bit.ly/interviewyourself.

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support groups FAMILIES ANONYMOUS Thursdays, 7:30pm: A worldwide 12-step recovery fellowship has started a new group in Wilmington for families whose lives are affected by a family member’s use of mind-altering substances or related behavioral problems—especially helpful to parents struggling with an addicted child. Through meetings, literature and a caring fellowship, FA can help parents develop the skills to cope with this family disease and bring serenity back to their lives. No dues or fees are required for membership. First names only are used at meetings to preserve individual anonymity. Advance notice is not necessary to attend a meeting. Visitors are welcome. 609-238-0174 or email clark@milioti.com. Wilmington Treatment Center, 2520 Troy Dr. About the FA organization: www. familiesanonymous.org or 847-294-5877 or 800736-9805. All calls and contacts are confidential. OVEREATER’S ANONYMOUS Wednesdays, Pine Valley United Methodist Church. OA is a 12-Step organization for anyone suffering from compulsive overeating, anorexia, bulimia, or any food/eating-related issue. We have helped thousands of people stop their self-destructive habits and start living healthy, rewarding lives. There are over 30 meetings a week in the greater Triangle area. We have no dues, fees, or religious affiliations. Come and see how we can help you! Call 919-4069300, or visit us at www.triangleoa.org. 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B GENERAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS 6/15, 6:30pm: New Hanover County General Caregivers Support Group. For more information please contact Marianna Stacy 910-512-9948. The Commons at Brightmore of Wilmington, 2320 41st St. CAREGIVERS AND COFFEE Free monthly meeting on the third Friday of each month, 9:30am. Every day, staff and volunteers of Lower Cape Fear Hospice see the challenges faced by those caring for loved ones. Caregivers and Coffee was created to offer caregivers assistance and encouragement. Each month, LCFH will offer a Caregivers and Coffee session where caregivers can come, share their experiences, encourage each other and learn about valuable resources and support. Meetings will be facilitated by hospice staff, but will also feature topics selected by the group, including visits from other community organizations.

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Caregivers and Coffee will include informal conversations, learning opportunities and coffee. Chris Scott at 796-7927 or chris.scott@lcfh.org. Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP Wednesdays, 4pm: Support Group for individuals with essential tremor and their families and friends. New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd. WIDOW’S AND WIDOWER’S SUPPORT The W Meet-up: “Because Life Goes On and So Must We.” For more information please contact Ann LaReau 910-470-2378 or Gayle Ginsberg 910471-1660. Home Instead Senior Care, 2505 S 17th Street. AA SOBRIETY MEETINGS Trudge through roadblocks rooted in past trauma(s), regardless of cause. Discussion (closed meeting for those with a desire to stop drinking). Fellowship Center (next to Intergroup), 5901 Wrightsville Ave. Wed. meetings, 7pm. TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP 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 group meeting!

tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR Saturdays, 1:30pm: Have you ever wanted to meet authors living and dead, tour locations from books, poems, and plays? Explore the rich culture of this talented Southern town with a 90 minute walking tour of the literary history of downtown Wilmington, NC. Visit “The Two Libraries”, walk the streets of your favorite novels, and stand where Oscar Wilde did when he lectured here. Cost $8: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1282390. Old Books on Front Street, 249 N. Front St. HOLLYWOOD LOCATION TOURS Tour one of America’s largest living film sets; historic downtown Wilmington. This fun-filled 90 minute walking tour will lead gue sts to actual movie & TV locations. Tours will depart Tues., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. afternoons at 2pm. Reservations are required, $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, students or military and children 6 or under are free. 910-794-7177, www.HollywoodNC.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. Admission charge. Meets at Water & Market streets. Reservations required: 910-794-1866; www.hauntedwilmington.com HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions.Market and Water streets. $12 for adults, $5 per child. (910) 251-8889 or www.horsedrawntours.com OAKDALE CEMETERY WALKING TOUR 6/20, 10am: Please join us for our Saturday Walking Tour Series of historical Oakdale Cemetery. This month’s tour will be led by local historian Kenneth Newland as he guides us through the fascinating history of Civil War notables who are buried here in Oakdale. Mr. Newland’s passion for Oakdale and local history will be evident through his vibrant storytelling! Tour will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Oakdale Cemetery, 520 N. 15th Street

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