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Alice Walker, author of Pulitzer Prize-winning novel “The Color Purple,” will speak at the LBJ Presidential Legacy Awards Luncheon next Wednesday, July 2nd, held by the Countywide Community Development Corporation. The event commemorates Lyndon B. Johnson's signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Photo by Pratibha Parmer.

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an anyone tell me why Roosevelt would have been parked in his car to watch the show?” a young man dressed in a G-string made out of a fox asked our tour group.

“Wheelchair,” the woman closest to him responded quietly.

“Yes,” our guide nodded, “Wheelchair. But it was because of polio.”

I was on the backstage tour of “The Lost Colony” outdoor drama in Manteo, NC. We had just come around to the sound booth and waved at the stage manager up in the light booth. If the line between the sound and light booths was the hypotenuse of a right triangle, the plaque for FDR was at the exact point of the right angle.

“Why was FDR seeing the show at all?” seemed like a better question.

In 1937 Manteo was incredibly remote and difficult to access; ferries, which were not always reliable, were essential because neither the William B. Umstead Memorial

nor Virginia Dare Bridge had been built.

So FDR, driving his modified car from Washington, DC onto a ferry at the Outer Banks of NC, then parking at the top of the amphitheater hill to watch the show, and then driving home the next day, signifies the project’s importance to him. Remember cell phones didn’t exist; it wasn’t like he could fulfill his presidential duties by talking on a cell phone for the 10-hour drive.

So why did he take two days out of his life for this expedition? Because “The Lost Colony” and the remote little island of Roanoke was a Works Progress Administration project. In other words, one of North Carolina’s most successful tourist attractions was funded by the federal government. (But we can’t get a tax rebate for filming in NC?) The National Park at Fort Raleigh, where Waterside Theatre is located, includes a nature walk through the maritime forest. One of the early signs points out colonists came to an environment completely different than England, and they had to learn how

Long-running production ‘The Lost Colony’ shows the importance of government funding By: Gwenyfar rohler

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to survive using the resources of the new world. How long do you think you would survive if you had to eat and sleep in the forest? I had to admit—as I swatted at a flying insect the size of a dime—I couldn’t imagine lasting two days out there. (And I lived in a tent for six months of my life.)

The area was desolate. The trail through the maritime forest, which comes out on the beach next to the theatre, was probably where those poor, ill-fated colonists once stood. What is more, I realized I’m less prepared than they were to make it in this wild, untamed world. Manteo needed all the help they could get.

“The Lost Colony” originally was intended to be produced for one year in 1937. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)—the guys who built the Blue Ridge Parkway— erected Waterside Theatre, a remarkably beautiful amphitheater modeled after those of the Greeks. These guys were the original set construction crew for the production, too. The CCC had been brought in earlier that year to fortify the sand dunes in an effort to stabilize the Outer Banks. (Those of us dependent upon beach re-nourishment and who remember the decade of sandbags at Shell Island can commiserate.) Eric Stapleton served as musical director. His inclusion came as part of his work with the Federal Music Project in North Carolina. The Federal Theatre Project (FTP) paid the actors and technicians, and brought in notable professional actors from New York and Broadway.

They utilized locals, too. (By the way, the FTP employed Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams and Elia Kazan, to name a few).

Opening night had a respectable turnout of 2,500 people. Take a moment to visualize that. (For a point of comparison, the main stage at Thalian Hall seats less than 700.) It is estimated that 50,000 people saw the show during its first summer.

Outside of fishing, there was little economic opportunity for Manteo. It had no real industry or manufacturing endeavors, no substantial farming, and it was incredibly inconvenient to get to. In 1937 Manteo had a population of less than 550 people; not exactly a thriving metropolis to attract vacationers. In 1941 the National Park Service assumed control of the fort and its environs. As a result of both early and ongoing federal dollars, it has become one of the major tourist attractions in North Carolina.

Like most small beach towns it has a main drag a couple blocks from the water, which is filled with shops, restaurants and places of lodging. Even at 4 p.m. the sidewalks were crowded with pedestrians.

At the bed and breakfast I was staying, I counted four people lounging on the front porch and enjoying cold tea and cookies one afternoon. The B&B supported a full time staff of two, a handyman and a parttime staff of one. (That’s a lot for a B&B, a business model that usually consists of a family, with at least one adult holding an

outside job.)

With bridges and improved roads, not to mention the post-WWII explosion of Americans taking to the open road for travel, Manteo is a much different than it was in the ‘30s. None of what happened would have been possible without the benevolent investment of federal money at a time when it was really needed it.

We hear a lot of talk about how government meddling is bad, but somehow we forget things we wouldn’t have if not for taxpayer investment. On a more immediate level, public schools come to mind. It’s funded by federal investment as well as property taxes.

We share a lot with Manteo, including Congressman Walter B. Jones. It was part of the gerrymandering a few years ago that left many local residents wondering who the hell Jones was and how we wound up in the same congressional district as an area four hours away. In addition, we share a tourism-driven economy. (Though not to the extent of Manteo, as we also have GE, Corning, UNCW, and of course the film industry for now.) We depend on money from our other economic staples to preserve the beaches as the money tourists spend is essential to the area’s survival. It doesn’t just aid a collection of small businesses; it funds our economic system as a whole.

Looking at the daring early colonists, and even more so our Depression Era ancestors who survived the hardest times imaginable, I am awed that the arts were not only part of national recovery but essential to birthing the modern economy of the Outer Banks. As we argue about film incentives, perhaps that is a point we should bring up to our legislators.

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Filming the Future ‘Incentivizing’ a better tomorrow By: Mark Basquill

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espite my love for the arts and friends in the entertainment business, my first thought about extending tax incentives to lure Hollywood to Wilmington—and keep business from the backwoods of Georgia and the bayous of New Orleans—was consistent with my conservative friends. It didn’t sit well with me. It seems like a potentially unnecessary government intrusion in a place where, in a fair world, the market should work. Film companies should willingly choose Wilmington because of its beauty, its climate, its easy accessibility to varieties of shooting locations, its relatively low cost of living, and its ever-growing artistic and intellectual community.

Unfortunately, some of the old guard noticed that with a vibrant film industry, thriving artistic community, strong community college and university, and emerging status as a healthcare hub, our region could be overrun by artists, craftsmen, doctors, nurses, and entrepreneurs. In short, extending film incentives places Wilmington in grave danger of leaving the Old South!

The Old South is history, same as the ‘50s. We can’t go back. In a more futureoriented world, scientists, artists, hardworking skilled craftsmen, and even one or two pesky intellectuals are exactly the kind of folks we should encourage to cooperate with the ecosystem and develop a human economy. Not the Pope’s or other plantation owners. Unfortunately, last time I checked it’s not a fair world, and most politicians and businesses are only as futureoriented as polls and quarterly profits allow.

But if film incentives didn’t sit well with me, neither did my observation that some folks seem to be drinking from the ponds of hog waste flowing from Raleigh. From one pond flows, “If we extend tax incentives for the film industry, we can’t pay our teachers.”

NC teachers have been getting shafted for years because of “Iron Man 3,” “Revolution” and “Sleepy Hollow”? The numbers don’t add up on that. And, if this administration is looking to regain credibility with parents and teachers, it’s not a good idea to use education funding as a bargaining chip in hostage negotiations for film-industry tax incentives.

Flowing from another pond: Senate Bill

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773. This bill helped me find an area of unexpected, albeit reluctant, agreement with my conservative friends. This brilliant GOP proposal will create government grants administered by the Secretary of Commerce. It doesn’t want to end the future of film production here. It wants control of the future that’s filmed! That’s what it amounts to. Bill 773 selectively incentivizes the future some want filmed.

Let’s shift from movies to cement for a second. From what I recall, tax incentives were a part of a package to the developers of a proposed high-polluting cement plant along the river. Proponents still argue they want to unbridle our industrial potential, stimulate the local economy, and create jobs, jobs, jobs. I’m not sure what jobs they mean. Because of ever-increasing digitized management and robotic production, the need for ‘human assets’ is minimal relative to assembly lines of the ‘50s. Actual employees often become “redundant” and are “downsized.” What these folks really want is to film a future similar to those grainy black-and-white documentaries of the Post WWII factory towns of the ‘50s. Thousands of high-producing happy assembly-line workers in a community of white picket fences.

On the bright side, the rivers of hog waste flowing from Raleigh forced me to agree with conservative friends. I agree it’s perfectly legit to use the power of legislation, regulation and tax codes to selectively incentivize the future I want to see filmed.

Nationally, because of the undeniable human contribution to global warming, I would use federal government to discourage growth of fossil fuel-based industries that are not actively diversifying into solar, wind or other relatively inexhaustible fuels.

You don’t have to be Neil deGrasse Tyson to realize oil wells will run dry long before the sun goes dark.

I’d use government’s legitimate powers to film a future here with a healthy river and coastal ecosystem, where we are a highly desirable tourist and retirement destination, and a hub of solar and wind energy, medical research, and higher education. My vision would be complete with hi-speed rail and cruise ships, vibrant offshore fishing and shrimp, and local farms. And I would definitely use tax incentives—not grants—to keep us Hollywood East.

Recurring Themes Another driver died after being unable to dodge his own vehicle. A 58-year-old man was hit by his SUV in New York City in June after he double-parked and was opening the door on the passenger side and realized that the vehicle was still in reverse gear. He tried to jam one foot onto the brake but hit the gas instead, causing the car to jump backward, ejecting him, and pinning him between the SUV and a van parked alongside. The man suffered a heart attack and died as his vehicle broke free and drifted across the busy Manhattan intersection of Madison Avenue and East 49th Street.

Dead or just in “deep meditation”? A renowned Hindu guru, Shri Ashutosh Maharaj, in his 70s, passed away in January (so concluded police in Jalandhar, India), but His Holiness’ disciples have refused to release the body, keeping it in a commercial freezer, contending that he has merely drifted into the deeper form of the meditation for which he is well-known -- and will return to life when he is ready. (The guru’s religious order, not coincidentally, is a real estate powerhouse in the Punjab region and on nearly every continent, and the guru’s family is certain the “meditation” is a ruse to allow the Ashram’s continued control of the financial empire.)

After the U.S. Postal Service finalizes its purchase of “small-arms ammunition,” it will become only the most recent federal agency to make a large purchase of bullets for its armed agents (who are perhaps more numerous than the public realizes). In the last year or so, reports have surfaced that the Social Security Administration ordered 174,000 hollow-point bullets, the Department of Agriculture 320,000 rounds, Homeland Security 450 million rounds (for its 135,000 armed agents), the FBI 100 million hollow-points, and even the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 46,000 rounds. (In May, the Department of Agriculture added an order of submachine guns and body armor.)

Unclear on the Concept: Robert Kiefer, 25, was arrested in Akron, Ohio, in February after losing his composure over an expected check that had not yet arrived in the mail. Rather than complain to the check issuer, Kiefer did as several others have done in News of the Weird’s experience -- attack the letter carrier. Kiefer pepper-sprayed the

postman (with his own canister that he carries for protection), and in the ensuing struggle, bit the carrier on the leg.

Police in Lincoln, Nebraska, tracking down a call about a missing 3-year-old boy downtown, managed to locate him in the type of place where other toddlers have turned up after briefly escaping the sight of their parents: inside a toy vending machine. The boy had crawled up through the toy-release slot of the Bear Claw and was safely, joyously playing among the bin of colorful stuffed animals at Madsen’s Bowling & Billiards.

In the second such incident reported here in four months, an overenthusiastic police officer handcuffed and detained a firefighter working a 9-1-1 call, ostensibly because the firefighter refused to stop work and go move his fire truck to the officer’s satisfaction.

Like the earlier incident in California, the unequivocal state law in Louisiana makes it illegal for anyone to interfere with a firefighter on an emergency call, and the officer from the New Roads, La., Police Department in principle faces a stiff fine and possible jail sentence.

Orthodox Judaism requires a divorcing spouse to obtain the permission of the other via a document called a “get,” leaving much power in the hands of the responding spouse -- and leading to an occasional resort to trickery or violence to persuade an uncooperative spouse. In May, Lakewood, N.J., Rabbi Mendel Epstein, his son and three other men were indicted for scheming to use electric cattle prods on behalf of wives against recalcitrant husbands. (Four other men in the alleged scheme have already pleaded guilty.) According to prosecutors, Rabbi Epstein has been implicated in other over-the-top efforts to obtain gets, in 2009 and 2010, and the indictment charges the 2013 episode also involved kidnapping, surgical blades and a screwdriver.

Emergency crews in the U.K. once again came under criticism in June when dozens of police and firefighters, in three trucks and using a cherry-picker, blocked off a busy street in Cheltenham for an hour so they could rescue and release a bird (a “rook”) caught in netting on top of a small apartment building. (Bonus irony: The building’s owner had installed the keepaway netting for the sole purpose of discouraging rooks from roosting and nesting, as they were soiling neighborhood rooftops.)

Updates An historic, decades-old snit ended in May in the state of Tabasco, Mexico, where two men (now in their 70s) who were the very last living speakers of their village’s Ayapaneco language resumed talking to each other, and through the efforts of Stanford University anthropologist James Fox, their language may now be sufficiently recorded for a preserved historical record. The cause of their falling out was not reported.

If tiny Iceland has a worldly cultural showcase, it is the Icelandic Phallological Museum, founded in Reykjavik in 1997 and housing 300 penises and penile parts from 93 different animals. So far, however, it lacks an exhibition-worthy human penis.

That omission is about to be remedied, as Mr. Jonah Falcon, a New York City D-list celebrity with an organ that measures 13 1/2 inches, has accepted an invitation to donate (presumably not in the flesh until he dies). Falcon notably refuses to appear in pornography, but said he regards this mission, for what Huffington Post called the Louvre of penises, as a higher calling.

Former NYPD officer Gilberto Valle, 30, was convicted in 2013 of conspiring to kidnap and torture -- and then cook and eat the corpses of -- an unspecified number of women he had listed on a website called

DarkFetishNet.com, even though he insists that he was merely a harmless fantasy storyteller. Now, as he awaits sentencing at a New York City prison, officials have allowed him to train as a chef, preparing breakfast and lunch for inmates and guards. Although his wife divorced him and took their one child, other family members and friends support him, according to a May report in New York Daily News (including fellow prisoners, who joke with Valle about the irony). Said his mother, “The only thing he’s guilty of is being stupid enough to be on that website.”

Winston-Salem, N.C., surgeon Stuart Meloy and associates recently won their patent for an “orgasm machine” (first mentioned in News of the Weird in 2001), allowing patient trials to begin soon by a Minnesota company. The often-described birth of the device came as Dr. Meloy was treating a woman for excruciating back pain by running electrodes to the spinal column when he “accidentally” brushed the nerve apparently responsible for the female orgasm. Eventually, Dr. Meloy developed a pacemaker-type device to be implanted in a buttock, with a push-button “pain reliever” that the woman uses to charge the electrodes. (He emphasizes that the surgery is so invasive as to be improper for all except women with “serious” orgasmic dysfunction.)

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Reggae With an African Twist:

he word “reggae” always brings with it images of Bob Marley and the Wailers, alongside good vibes that denote a particular style of music which evolved from earlier genres like ska and rocksteady. The slow tempos bring offbeat rhythms and melodic bass lines—all of which will take over the Cameron Art Museum (CAM). On June 26th a live show from dub Addis will mark the final performance of the museum’s Black Music Summer Series.

Music plays an essential and integral part in CAM’s ongoing outreach to the community. From hosting a jazz series and specialty concerts, they’ve embraced arts in all forms to help diversify locals with arts and culture. They’ve collaborated with the Black Arts Alliance (BAA) for many years now, first as a venue for the NC Black Film Festival (formerly Cine Noir) and with Coast 97.3 FM for their poetry jam. Now in

its second year, CAM will host BAA’s Black Music Summer Series (which started last Thursday with Pamoja! Band).

A reggae band with a touch of Ethiopian blues and jazz, dub Addis got their start in Durham, NC, in 2000. The group comprises Dereje Tesfaye (vocals, keyboards), Fresew Taye (drums and keyboards), Tre Tomson (bass and guitar), John N’Jie (vocals and percussion), Wylie Pamplin (guitar), and a variety of horn players.

“Right when I moved into Durham I began to meet new friends, and a lot them were really into playing music, but weren’t in bands,” frontman Tesfaye says. “One of my first friends, Fresew Taye, was also from Ethiopia and played the drums, so we started playing together.”

Both loved reggae but with an African twist. So they sought to bring in more band members to solidify their sonic goals. “The more we played music together the more we felt it,” Tesfaye explains. “We finally began to play more and more shows, and then recorded and released

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our first album.”

Since 2007’s “Ethio-Roots,” dub Addis has performed alongside legends such as Steel Pulse, Arrested Development and even The Wailers. “We always try to have at least two horns, a guitar, drums, keyboard, and bass as our base sound,” Tesfaye says, “but it does change on occasion.

Since we do have such a big set of people playing, not every person can make it to every gig.”

The music varies with a mixture of R&B, jazz, mento, calypso sounds, and steady chops, along with offbeat staccato rhythms.

The band’s Ethiopian roots burst with sounds of the azmaris—the folk poets of the country—and some big band blues. The outcome always presents mellow grooves.

“In Ethiopia I was strongly influenced by both folk and blues music,” Tesfaye notes.

“Our band is different though; we like to bring in and compose a much larger, fullband sound that reaches out to the audience.”

Tesfaye dubbed the group after his hometown’s capital city, Addis Ababa. When Tesfaye was nearly 16 years old, Ethiopia was going through hard times. All of his older siblings already moved across the world to California.

“The choice I had was not the choice that I was given,” Tesfaye explains. “After I graduated high school, I was told either to join the military service, train for six months and go into the war, or leave. So I left.”

To avoid being drafted, Tesfaye flew to California to find his older siblings and flee from the Ethiopian regime known as Derg— a Soviet client that had driven Ethiopia into bankruptcy. Derg scattered Ethiopian orphans and refugees around the world to find safety, including Tesfaye himself.

“I only stayed in Los Angeles with my brother a little over a year,” he explains.

“I didn’t like how different everything was.

There was a lingering smell of smoke [in LA]. There weren’t many trees, and it just didn’t feel right. Then my sister—who was living in Durham at the time—told me it was different there, so I moved. I loved all of the tall trees and the green everywhere. I was

comfortable in Durham, so that is where I stayed.”

Though Tesfaye had not started his love affair with music, it slowly brewed inside of him.

He started playing piano and keyboard, mainly teaching himself, but learning from anyone who would offer instruction or tips. He began to sing with a band at a few small shows in California; yet, when he came to North Carolina, he finally decided to go after his passion.

“When I was really young, I can still remember my older brother listening to Bob Marley’s ‘Redemption Song’ as he was taking me to school,” Tesfaye states. “He was translating what he was saying for me, because English wasn’t our first language, and hearing it kind of made me feel and think about Bob differently then I had before. I could understand what he was saying, just not everything, but I finally understood what it was he stood for: bringing people together.”

Spreading the word on peace and unity, dub Addis carries forth the same social and political stance in their own music. “And Enat” is an inspiring anti-war piece with an intro line that bursts, “Put down your weapon / put down your gun / let’s all come together / everyone.” It stands parallel with the Black Arts Alliance’s mission to be a multidisciplinary vehicle for the advancement of African American arts and culture, with peace, love, and education spreading near and far.

“See where the music takes you,” Tesfaye suggests. “If you enjoy every show, and please yourself with your own music, then it will please others.”

DETAILS: dub Addis

Thursday, June 25th, 6:30 p.m.

Black Music Summer Series Cameron Art Museum S. 17th St and Independence Blvd.

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A preview of events across town this week

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“MILES AWAY FROM USUAL”: Local acoustic crooner Michael Eakins will perform a show at Fermental this Saturday, June 28th. The show will begin at 7 p.m. Photo by Mary-Cameron Benecki

Wednesday, June 25

DJ Lord Walrus (9pm) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

Trivia Night (6pm; Free) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

Benny Hill (6:30pm; Free; jazz) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc.

DJ Hood (9pm; Free) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Brass Pelican, 2112 N. New River Dr.

Dub Addis (6:30pm; $5-$12; Ethiopian melodies & reggae rhythms) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th Street; (910) 395-5999

Open Mic w/ Thomas and Oglesby (7pm; Free) —Half Time Sports Cafe, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Open Mic Night (9pm; Free) —The Calico Room, 107 S Front St.

Open Music Jam (7pm; Free) —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901-B Wrightsville Ave.

Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.

Jammin’ with Jax (7pm; Free) —Jax Fifth Ave. Deli & Ale House, 5046 New Centre Dr.;

DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

Karaoke (7pm; Free) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533

Nutt House Improv Troupe (7pm) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

Me and Mr. B. (10pm; blues) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666

Thirsty Thursday Team Trivia (7pm; Free) —Whiskey Trail at the Creek, 4039 Masonboro Loop Rd.;

Wednesday Night Trivia (7pm) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Witty Wednesdays Trivia with Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free) —Buzz’s Roost Wilmington, 15 S. Front St. Trivia Night with Steve and Missy (7:30pm; Free) —Joe’s Oasis, 6400 Carolina Beach Rd. Karaoke w/ DJ AMP (8pm; Free) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St. Jeremy Norris (8pm; Free; country) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832 Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St. Bomb Night w/ DJ (9pm) —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.

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Jim Ashley (8pm; Free; folk) —The Last Resort, 600 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach

L Shape Lot (6:30pm; Free; Americana) —Carolina Beach Boardwalk, 100 Cape Fear Blvd; Open Mic/Songwriters’ Night (7pm; Free) —Grinder’s Caffe, 5032 Wrightsville Ave.

Trivia Night (7pm; Free) —Giant Cafe, 1200 N 23rd St Suite 209

Thursday, June 26

Da Howlies (7pm; covers) —Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar, 1211 South Lake Park Boulevard; (910) 458 2000

Soup to Nuts Live: Whiskey Creek and The Whitley Brothers (6:30am; $10; americana) —MC Erny Gallery at WHQR, 254 North Front St.

Trivia Night Steve and DJ Maximum Miss (8pm; Free) —The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

Happy Little Singers (9:45 am; $10) —Ms. Susan’s Room at the ArtWorks, 200 Willard St.

Open Mic Night Dennis Brinson (8pm; Free) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St.

Thirsty Thursday w/ DJ (5pm) —The Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd.

Fire and Drums (8pm) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St. (910) 763-2223

Jazz Night (6pm; Free) —Atlanta Bread Company, 6886 Main St.

Uncle Hairy (8pm) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533

Karaoke (8pm; Free) —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive;

Live Music (8pm) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.;

Open Mic Night with DJBe (8pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr;

DJ & Drag Show House/Techno (9pm; $5-$10) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.

Mike O’Donnell (8pm; Free; folk/rock) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

DJ (9pm) —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.

Kings of Belmont (8pm; rock) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St

DJ Battle (9pm) —City Stage/Cape Fear Theatre Arts, LLC, 21 N. Front St.

Open Mic Comedy Night (9pm; Free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

Live Music (9pm) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

Open Mic (9pm; Free) —Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 208 N. Front St.

DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

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Open Mic Night (9pm; Free) —Brass Pelican, 2112 N. New River Dr.

Tom Noonan and Jane Houseal (9pm) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666

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DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Thirsty Thursday (9pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. DJKAHUNA (9pm) —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St. Top 40 DJ (9pm; $5-$10) —Ibiza, 118 Market St. South Street (9pm) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St. Discotheque Thurs. with DJ’s DST and Matt Evans (10pm) —Pravda, 23 N Front St. DJ Lord Walrus (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. Kim Dicso (10pm) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666

Hellyeah (9pm; $20-$25) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market Street; (910) 769-4096 Phil Kelly & The Wandering Minds (9pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. Chasing Opal (9:30pm; Free; folk) —Hell’s Kitchen-Wilmington, NC, 118 Princess St.

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DJ Dr. Jones (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. DJ Milk and DJ DST (10pm; Free) —Pravda, 23 N Front St. Karaoke (10pm; Free) —Katy’s Grill and Bar, 1054 S College Rd.

Friday, June 27

Stoney Creek (10pm; americana) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.

DJ (5pm) —The Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd.

Big Daddy Love (10:30pm; Americana) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St.

Live Music and Drink Specials (5pm; free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

Jim Ashley (8pm; Free; folk) —Fermental, 7250 Market St. (910) 821-0362

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Overtyme (6pm; Free; eclectic) —Sweet N Savory Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd; (910) 6798101

Concert with Mr. Erik (10am; Free) —Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 South College Rd.

Abbey Road Live (6pm; Free; Beatles tribute) —Riverfront Park, 5 N. Water St.

Concert with Mr. Erik (2pm; Free) —Main Library, NHC, 201 Chestnut St.

Zumba with Lynn Molina (6:30pm; $5) —Danceworks, 4209 Oleander Dr.

Massive Grass (4pm; Free; bluegrass) —Sweet N Savory Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd; (910) 6798101

Open Music Jam Hosted by Shannon Gilmore & Tommy Kaiser (7pm; Free) —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901-B Wrightsville Ave.

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DJ Alex A (10pm) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Kyle Lindley & Den Brinson (10pm; free; americana) —Goat and Compass, 710 N 4th St.

Polar Bear Blues Band (6:30pm; Free; blues) —Fort Fisher Recreation Area, 1000 Loggerhead Rd.

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The M-80s (9:30pm; Free; 80s rock) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

DJ Ash B (10pm) —Cardinal Bands and Billiards, 5216 Carolina Beach Rd.

Mayfaire Music on the Town (6pm; Free) —Mayfaire Town Center Event Lawn, 6835 Main St.

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DJ (5pm) —The Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd. Live Music and Drink Specials (5pm; free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832 Down South Saturdays (5pm; Free) —White Oak, NC, 10137 NC-53

Friday Comedy Showcase (7pm) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

South Hammock Bluegrass Band (7pm; $2) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St. (910) 231-3379

Potato Heads (7pm; Free; acoustic mix) —Gabby’s Lounge, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

Randy McQuay (7pm; Free; pop & classic) —Gabby’s Lounge, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

Live Piano with Gabrielle Barone (7pm; Free) —The Blind Elephant, 21 N Front St Unit F

Live Piano with James Jarvis (7pm; Free) —The Blind Elephant, 21 N Front St Unit F

Snack Cracker (8pm; free; rock) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533

The Flannel Quartet (7pm; $5) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

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Art Garfunkel (7pm; $65-$85; folk) —Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews, 516 North 4th Street; (910) 538-2939

Michael Eakins (8pm; Free; indie/acoustic) —Fermental, 7250 Market St. (910) 821-0362 Bad Mooka (8pm; rock) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St. (910) 763-2223 DJ Techno/House (9pm; $5-$10) —Ibiza, 118 Market St. DJ Battle (9pm) —Level 5, LLC, 21 N. Front St. Live Music (9pm) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832 DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St.

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Jazz Jam with Christopher Luther (8pm; Free) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S 5th Ave. Bottle Volcanic, The New Leave (9pm; indie) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St; Tyler Perry’s Chill Beats Lab (10pm; experimental) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St. (910) 763-2223 Acoustic Koozie Sundays (10pm; $2) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market Street; (910) 769-4096

Karaoke with DjBe (9pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.

Monday, June 30

Mystic Vibrations (9pm) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.

Fruity Oaty Bars (7:30pm; Free) —Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace St.

The Hatch Brothers (9pm) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666

Trivia (7:30pm; Free) —Hell’s Kitchen-Wilmington, NC, 118 Princess Street;

DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Open Mic Night (10pm; Free) —Katy’s Grill and Bar, 1054 S College Rd.; College Night Karaoke (10pm; Free) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666 The Fritz (11pm; $5; rock/funk) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St;

Wednesday, July 2 Happy Little Singers (9:45 am; $10) —Ms. Susan’s Room at the ArtWorks, 200 Willard Street; Benny Hill (6:30pm; Free; jazz) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc. Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. Open Mic w/ Thomas and Oglesby (7pm; Free) —Half Time Sports Cafe, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Open Music Jam (7pm; Free) —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901-B Wrightsville Ave.

Drag Show (9pm; $5) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St.

UNCW Summer Band (7:30pm; Free) —Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Road; 910-962-3500

The Cut (9pm; Free; indie rock) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.

Open Mic Night (8pm) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St. (910) 763-2223

Nutt House Improv Troupe (7pm) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

David Dixon Trio (9pm; Free; rock/soul/pop) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

Jason Jackson, Justin Fox, and Jeremy Norris (8pm; Free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

Wednesday Night Trivia (7pm) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

DJ Riz (10pm) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. DJ Sir Nick Bland (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. Benjy Templeton (10pm; piano & vocals) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666 Steven Compton and Josh Lewis (10pm; Free; folk) —Hell’s Kitchen-Wilmington, NC, 118 Princess St. Temple5 (10pm) —The Calico Room, 107 S Front St. Smokin: A Tribute to Arena Rock (10pm; $10) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market Street; (910) 769-4096

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DJ Battle (8pm; Free) —Fibber’s Public House, 1610 Pavillion Pl.

Trivia Night and Drink Specials (8pm; Free) —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Dr.

Sunday, June 29 Acoustic Jazz Piano with James Jarvis (1:30pm; Free) —Old Books on Front Street, 249 N. Front St. Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers (2pm; Donations) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th Street; (910) 395-5999 BLP (5pm; Free; pop/dance/progressive & classic rock) —Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Avenue Satellite Bluegrass Band (6pm; Free) —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St. (910) 3992796 Sunday Jazz (6pm; Free) —Fermental, 7250 Market St. (910) 821-0362

Open Mic Night(8pm; Free) —Fox and Hound, 920 Town Center Dr; Kim Dicso (10pm; folk) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666 Electric Mondays (10pm) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St.

Jammin’ with Jax (7pm; Free) —Jax Fifth Ave. Deli & Ale House, 5046 New Centre Dr.

Trivia Night with Steve and Missy (7:30pm; Free) —Joe’s Oasis, 6400 Carolina Beach Rd. NC Symphony Stars and Stripes (7:30pm; $10-$25) —Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Road; 910-962-3500 Karaoke w/ DJ AMP (8pm; Free) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St.

Tuesday, July 1

Jeremy Norris (8pm; Free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

Bad Fish, A Tribute to Sublime (6pm; $15-$20) —Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre, 1941 Amphitheater Drive; 910-341-7855

Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.

Two of a Kind (7pm; free; rock) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533 Dueling Pianos and Comedy Night Blayr Nias (7pm; $5) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market Street; (910) 769-4096 Tuesday Trivia with Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free) —Halftime Sports Bar and Grill, 1107 New Pointe Blvd; Rich Lambert (7pm; Free) —Sweet N Savory Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd; (910) 6798101 Richard Lambert (7pm; Free; ) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc. Pub Wars Team Trivia (8pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr; Rob Ronner (8pm; Free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. (910) 251-1832

Bomb Night w/ DJ (9pm) —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St. DJ Lord Walrus (9pm) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. DJ Hood (9pm; Free) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Brass Pelican, 2112 N. New River Dr.; Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Ibiza, 118 Market St. DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Burn Pit(9pm; rock) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St; Chris James (10pm; country) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 3629666

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Extracting from the Whole:

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Sally Jacobs opens solo show at Wilma W. Daniels Gallery By: Jay Workman

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ew York City art critic John Goodrich wrote an essay underscoring Sally Jacobs’ ability to extract form; not just from the embedded grounds of a canvas, but from something conceptual as well.

Through her abstract and clay-like strokes, “Excavations” explores Jacobs’ real-life interactions with family, friends and her 5-year-old son, George. Her work chips away at the psychological and emotional layers surrounding a burgeoning mother-son relationship.

While earning her BFA from the University of Cincinnati, Jacobs travelled abroad to Italy to learn from the master painters. She was immediately intrigued by the Italian family dynamic—something she had never experienced in America.

Noting how the culture flowed directly into the arts, she drew comparisons between the traditional Italian mother-son relationship, or “mammoné,” and the Madonna-and-child paintings.

After graduating, Jacobs moved to Florence where she continued to paint and study Italy’s treasured works.

“I spent many years looking at those master paintings, not knowing how they affected me,” she says, “but it all came back when I had my son.”

Giving birth at 40 loosened Jacobs’ grip, and allowed her intuition and innate mark-making to flow without academic restraint. Her struggle to create a grand narrative through form shifted as she settled into a voyeuristic role, using her husband, Scott, and George as muses. At first glance, her tondo, “Babbo and G,” quakes with terrestrial flourishes of ochre, cold gray and rose.

But moving the eye to the right and hovering for a moment, extracts the image of a baby perched happily atop a man’s knee.

It makes sense that Jacobs would create tondos: Her favorite Renaissance artists, Pontormo and Tiepolo rarely painted in squares. Instead, they adorned ceilings, domes and pediments with their circular masterpieces.

Eternally inspired from her time in Italy, she decided to apply her enigmatic markings to a round composition. “I wanted to take on something that could be potentially disastrous,” she says, “and start with a shape that defies convention.”

A direct homage to her 16th century mentor,

Witnessing a Celestial Event: Jacobs’ Tiepolo’s Red, 48” in diameter, oil on panel. Photo courtesy of the artist.

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“Tiepolo’s Red” is like looking up and witnessing a celestial event. Towering gods streak across a vertiginous sky, while cherubs tumble in and out of the painting from every direction. Spatially, Jacobs’ tondos evoke a unique type of gravity.

They draw viewers into a complete embrace, then force them back. It creates a portal-like openness. Mirroring the push-and-pull of motherhood, the in-between is the hardest place to arrive. “There’s an intimate feeling where you are a part of the whole,” Jacobs explains, “but there’s also a limitation.”

Opposite the mammoné, Jacobs consciously strives to place a healthy distance between child and womb. “It’s a delicate balance of how much they need and how much you give them,” she says. Looking at her collection, her son isn’t going without; but every once in a while, she lets the “him” in the work dissolve away, so she can paint freely.

A third tondo, “The Birthday Party,” is a moment George brought Jacobs to, but she faded from it quickly. He could be any one of the black dots smattering the length of the canvas. Or, he could be in the tree to the right, piercing an azure sky. One thing’s for certain, he’s not the figure that materializes to the left—a little girl in a fancy pink party dress who drifts in a sea of

camouflage-clad boys.

Now, painting is a mining expedition. Jacobs is constantly sanding down and painting over canvases—some for over 10 years. The perpetual bury-and-resurrect process leads to what she calls her “state of grace,” wherein poignant emotions are unearthed to create a seductive surface.

“You can’t make those kinds of good abstract arts until you experience the whole,” she tells. And to Jacobs, wholeness comes from a place of abstraction: where being a painter, an academic, a wife and a mother are all layers of developmental strata, carefully deposited so that she has a place to dig.

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Wilma W. Daniels Gallery 200 N. Hanover St. 910-362-7691

Commemorating the Civil Rights Act:

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Willie Cole unveils installation based on 16 all-black schools in NC By: Shea Carver

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s we come upon the 50th anniversary of the passing of the Civil Rights Act on July 2nd, 1964, we should be reminded that human rights afforded to everyone is something we continually fight to achieve.

From Civil War battles against slavery and Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, to African Americans’ rights to own property, vote, shop, dine, use public facilities and transportation, and even be afforded an education, civil rights has matured far longer than a century now. Still, the battles wage on.

North Carolina especially has seen its fair share of activism. In 1938 Greensboro students protested a theater because of its exclusion of racially balanced movies. In 1943 in Winston Salem, black tobacco workers went on strike against R. J. Reynolds. In 1960 Ezell Blair, Franklin McCain, David Richmond, and Joseph McNeil hosted a peaceful sit-in after being refused lunch service at Woolworth‘s in Greensboro.

In 1968 parents and students in Hyde County boycotted public schools after school reassignments. Stories like these only tip the scale of the many people who fought with gusto to live in the same paradigm of opportunity as white people.

Sixteen historically black schools in New Hanover and surrounding counties were on the brink of integration in the early ‘60s. Their closings and its impact across the state of NC will be the focus at the Cameron Art Museum’s latest exhibition, “School Pride: The Eastern NC Story,” an installation by Willie Cole. In conjunction with the Countywide Community Development Corporation (CCDC), the show commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. Last year Juanita Harper, chair of the CCDC, asked CAM’s executive director, Anne Brennan, to collaborate on the project. Because the CCDC committee comprises alumni from the 16 schools, access to the content would be readily available. Harper believed CAM would be the best forum to interpret these indelible historical stories and events.

“Art and music provide a potent arena for gathering people together to converse, to share, to remember, and to heal,” Harper told Brennan.

“It is through healing we can resolve issues of the past, and discover new energies and direction for the future.”

Willie Cole’s installation work, often hung with a political and social commentary bent, fit the bill as the artist to interpret the committee’s memories in “School Pride.” CAM’s senior advisor, Jeanne Butler, heard Cole speak at UNCG’s Weatherspoon Gallery and learned that the New Jersey artist’s family live in southeastern NC— more specifically, right outisde of Wilmington in Navassa, where CDCC is headquartered. The collaboration seemed kismit.

ALL IN THE CLASS: Artesia High School graduating class of 1955. Courtesy photo, CAM and CCDC.

“Desegregation connects to me in the obvious way—the same way it connects with you,” Cole explains. “It changed our entire country. My father’s family is from NC, so this opportunity has helped me understand his educational journey.”

With the help of CAM registrar Holly Tripman Fitzgerald, “Digitization Day” was held from 2013 to 2014, wherein alumni turned over personal keepsakes of their studies and attendance at the all-black schools. It became the research and inspiration for Cole’s installation.

“The primary building blocks are the photos collected during ‘Digitization Day,’” Cole explains.

“The museum provided me with text and images . . . My work here is 90 percent conceptual, which means most of the objects and artifacts were collected and assembled as opposed to made.

I simply asked myself: ‘What is the common denominator in any school experience?’”

Cole heard the stories from many of the CDCC members beforehand. Their recollections and mementos showcase culturally rich and artifactual pride of strength and beauty compiled at these educational institutions.

“Since much of the culture of the schools was uprooted through the sudden implementation of school integration, this project offers the opportunity to help continue documentation, to fit fragments together of what material culture does remain, along with the capture of memories and stories,” Anne Brennan states. “Through the four-month duration of ‘School Pride,’ CAM and CCDC also commits to contextualizing ‘School Pride’ within views of the national conflict regarding civil rights and school desegregation.”

An artist by nature, a way of life he was born into, Cole says his work “touches on all levels of learning and the human experience.” Though he

isn’t necessarily focused on the burden of being socio-political within his work—“unfortunately, black artists are always viewed this way by others,” he says—he hones in on the spiritual fruition offered from creativity.

“I’m interested in the manifestation and representation of spirit energy and the compression of time,” Cole says. “To see my work as social, political, or global is either a reflection of the times we live in or the narrowness of the lens through which black artists are perceived.”

With the site-specific installation of “School Pride,” Cole is quite aware of the greater impact and resonance it has in today’s classist and often unbalanced climate. “The fact that many school districts in this country have been re-segregated through socio-economics shows that there is no quick fix to racism,” he says. “In that sense, [this] commemoration becomes a reminder of not only how far we’ve come but how far we have to go.

It also illustrates the strength and weaknesses of legislation.”

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“School Pride: The Eastern NC Story”—Installation by Willie Cole Black & White Opening Gala, Sat., June 28th, 6 - 11 p.m. • $100 Buffet dinner, cash bar and music by Grenoldo Frazier and Band on Fire Lecture/walkthrough with Willie Cole Sun. June 29th, 3 p.m. • $5-$10 LBJ Presidential Legacy Awards Luncheon, July 2nd (see page 28) On display through November 2nd encore | june 25 – july 1, 2014 | www.encorepub.com 15

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The deadline to enter is August 22nd. The show opens on September 12th with a reception from 6-8pm. Download the entry form by going to www.artexposure50.com and clicking on the Call for Entries page.

We will display the unique works of George Walter Cole in October with an opening reception on October 10th from 6-8pm. If you haven't seen George's unique work, you are in for a treat and a lot of fun!

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At the Black & White Opening Gala Sat. June 28 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm Music by Grenoldo Frazier and Band on Fire

Featuring the opening of the new exhibition School Pride: The Eastern NC Story An Installation by Willie Cole in observation of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act (July 2, 1964). View the exhibition, meet artist Willie Cole, buffet dinner, cash bar and two music stages, Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall and in the Courtyard.

Visit CAM’s website: www.cameronartmuseum.org to purchase seats and to find more details, including a CAM Member combo event discount.

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A Worthy Second Ride:

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‘22 Jump Street’ works overtime to make recycled gags work

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By: Anghus

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T

he first big-screen rendition of “21 Jump Street” came as a pleasant surprise. It took the kitschy ‘80s TV show and played up the absurdity of sending undercover cops to high school posing as students. Expectations were low, but the movie turned out pretty damn funny. Jonah Hill was hilarious, and Channing Tatum stole the show with his comic chops.

Catching lightning in a bottle is no easy task. Trying to generate 1.21 gigawatts of comedy with a second foray comes as an even more difficult feat. Luckily, the makers of “22 Jump Street” copy and paste the best parts of the first film and go meta on audiences, acknowledging sequels are creatively bankrupt propositions.

The plot presents a scenario that’s eerily similar to that of the first film; someone has developed a designer drug called “Why-Phy,” and dealers are distributing it on Metro City State University’s campus.

Once a dead college student turns up, it becomes the responsibility of Schmidt (Hill) and Jenko (Tatum) to find the drug dealers and save the day.

Yes, it’s the exact same plot as the original, but college replaces high school.

Yes, they openly address this in the movie. Nick Offerman (Ron Swanson from “Parks and Recreation”) returns to act as the audience’s voice, which lets characters know all viewers want is to see the same situation from the first film played out again. He instructs the characters: “Just do the same thing again.” The funny gag pops up throughout the film.

Jenko thrives in the college setting; he joins the football team, finds admiration from the student body and contemplates if becoming a cop was the right choice.

Conversely, Schmidt fades into the background and sinks into a deep depression.

Their friendship is once again tested by a seemingly unsolvable case. The plot is intentionally predictable and nothing more than an excuse for shenanigans; fortunately, those shenanigans are pretty amusing. Hill does awkward right, and Tatum has a gift for comedy that fascinates and baffles.

The end result isn’t as good as the original, but the movie still entertains enough to warrant recommendation. It works because of the chemistry its two stars possess. Hill and Tatum impress as a comic

Impressive comedic duo: Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill work well off each other in “22 Jump Street.” Courtesy photo.

duo; they’re like Laurel and Hardy or Abbot and Costello except a lot more homoerotic. It’s funny and it works.

I never really thought comedic duos had a strong sexual subtext. I wasn’t sensing throbbing passion watching Martin and Lewis. I didn’t think Wilder was trying to nail Pryor. Even when Lemon and Matthieu were dressed in drag, I didn’t think they secretly lusted for one another.

But there’s something weird in “22 Jump Street.” It contains an underlying message: If two men work together closely, everyone will immediately think they’re secretly crushing on one another.

There’s a lot of effort made to combat the insensitivity associated with such jokes and to make the leads seem evolved. The film even addresses the hurtful nature of homophobic slurs. They want to have their cake and eat it, too; however, you can’t manufacture comedy around the closeness of the male leads’ relationship and still try to pretend you’re above gay jokes. It’s a minor quip from a movie working very hard to please everybody. Still, it nagged me even after I left the theater.

No matter how “in” on the joke it is, the redundancy gets old. The idea everyone is aware they’re in a sequel amuses, but it doesn’t excuse every single recycled gag.

It’s fun going along for the ride again, and there’s some good bench play from Ice Cube who works with perpetual anger like other artists work with oils or clay.

“22 Jump Street” is a worthy sequel that is a little too pleased with itself.

There are plenty of laughs, some great effort expended by the leads, and an inspired credit sequence that might be funnier than the first two films combined. It lets the audience know the obvious: “22 Jump Street” is worth the ride, but the franchise has probably used up every last ounce of fuel.

7/7-9: Don’t miss the 2013 film “Belle,” which tells the story of an illegitimate mixed-race daughter of a Royal Navy Admiral. Portrayed

by Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Dido Elizabeth Belle is raised by her aristocratic great uncle (Tom Wilkinson). The film explores the privilege afforded by her lineage, and the strife she endures due to her skin color. Belle eventually falls in love with an idealistic lawyer, John Davinier (Sam Reid), who hopes to enact change. The UK drama is directed by Amma Asante. (PG, 1 hr. 44 min.)

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22 Jump Street ★★ ★ ★ ★ Starring Channing Tatum, Jonah Hill and Ice Cube Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller Rated R

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6/26 and 6/28: Don’t miss indie-comedy “Love & Air Sex.” A brokenhearted man, Stan (Michael Stahl-David, “Cloverfield”), goes on a weekend trip to Austin. There, he hopes to have a chance encounter with his ex-girlfriend, Cathy (Ashley Bell). Once in Austin, he finds their best friends Jeff (Zach Cregger, “The Whitest Kids U Know”) and Kara (Sara Paxton) struggling with a difficult breakup, too. The plot thickens because the Air Sex World Championship is in town.

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Southeastern NC’s premier dining guide

JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE 417 S. College Road (910) 399-2867

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 award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sun. during the summer months. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256.8500.

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

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

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 waffles, skillet hashes and sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi and signature meatloaf sandwich. Our dinner features a special each night along with our house favorites 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, Wilmington 910-523-5362.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 7:00 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

The dixie grill

The Dixie Grill has undergone numerous transformations over the years. It has been a white linen establishment, a no-frills diner and pool hall, a country café and now a classic American diner. The menu hearkens back to an aesthetic that equated good food with freshness, flavor and a full stomach. This combination has earned The Dixie Grill the Encore Reader’s Choice award for “Best Breakfast” and “Best Diner” several times. Call the Dixie an homage to the simplicity of southern cuisine, call it a granola greasy spoon, call it whatever you like. Just sit back, relax and enjoy!.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST and LUNCH:

OPEN 7 days a week. Serving Breakfast and Lunch daily from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington

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Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably

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raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch.

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

Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List

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 (910-7989464) and Monkey Junction (910-392-7224)

■ MUSIC: Live music Friday and Saturday in the Summer ■ WEBSITE: www.buffalowildwings.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 11:30-10:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available

HENRY’S

A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because its going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events.

Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant. com for details. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

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

■ 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.

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

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

Halligan's Public House

“Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous 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

K’s Cafe

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

On Sundays they offer a great brunch menu. A variety of choices will be on the menu such as Eggs Benedict. Visa and Mastercard accepted. Give K’s Cafe a try...you won’t be sorry. 420 Eastwood Rd., Unit 109, 791-6995. Find us on Facebook.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.ks-cafe.net

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 11:00amMidnight, Fri & Sat 11:00am-1:00 am, Sunday Noon - Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Ogden ■ FEATURING: Live Team Trivia Tues 7:30-9:30pm ■ MUSIC: Every Thursday 8:00-10:00 ■ WEBSITE: www.ogdentaproom.com

The little dipper

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

pine valley market

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s BestOf 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: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

the trolly stop

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken). Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), all-beef (Sabrett), pork smoked sausage, Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. 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

Southport (910) 457-7017 Front St. Wilmington (910) 251-7799 Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658

■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert.

■ WEBSITE: www.yosake.com - @yosakeilm on Twitter

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BLUE ASIA

Blue Asia serves a wide range of Asian and Pacific Rim cuisines, in Chinese, Japanese and Thai, prepared by experienced chefs. By offering only the freshest seafood, meats and vegetables, chefs prepare classic sushi rolls, nigiri and sashimi, as well as hibachi tempura dishes, and favorites like Pad Thai or chicken and broccoli. A large selection of appetizers, such as dumplings and spring rolls, along with homemade soups and salads, make Blue Asia a fusion experience, sating all palates. Folks dine in an upscale ambiance, transporting them to far-away metropolises. We always serve a full menu, and we specialize in the original all-you-can-eat, made-to-order sushi for lunch ($11.95) or dinner ($20.95). With specialty cocktails and full ABC permits, we welcome families, students, young professionals and seasoned diners alike. 341 S. College Rd., Ste 52. 910-799-0002.www.blueasiabistro.info ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Wed, 11am-10pm; Thurs-Sat, 11am-10:30pm; Sun, noon-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: All-you-can-eat, made-to-order sushi for lunch ($11.95) or dinner ($20.95).

■ WEBSITE: www.blueasia.info

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

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 neverdisappointing 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

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

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden.

Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner.

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

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

Indian TANDOORI BITES

Located on College Road, just opposite Hugh MacRae Park, Tandoori Bites offers fine Indian cuisine at affordable prices. Try one of 74 dishes on their lengthy menu, featuring a large range of side dishes and breads. They have specialties, such as lamb korma with nuts, spices and herbs in a mild creamy sauce, as well as seafood, like shrimp biryani with saffron-flavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts. They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger. Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540.

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■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Fri. 11-2:30 pm (Lunch Buffet) & 5-10 pm (Dinner), Sat. - Sun. 11:30 -3:00 pm (Lunch) & 5-10 pm (Dinner) ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch buffet ■ WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net

Irish THE HARP

Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare!

We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open at 5 a.m. every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for djBe Open Mic & Karaoke - Irish songs available! - 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and half-price wine bottles all day Tuesdays; Harp University Trivia with Professor Steve Thursdays 7:30 p.m.; djBe karaoke and dancing 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Saturdays and live music Wednesday and Fridays - call ahead for schedule 910-763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Open at 6 a.m. every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenfield Lake/Downtown South ■ FEATURING: Homemade soups, desserts and breads, free open wifi, new enlarged patio area, and big screen TVs at the bar featuring major soccer matches worldwide.

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

■ WEBSITE www.harpwilmington.com

Italian EDDIE ROMANELLI’S

is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years.

Its diverse menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, made-from-scratch pizzas. Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16 oz.

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

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South.

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

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

A Wilmington favorite since 1987! At Elizabeth’s you’ll find authentic Italian cuisine, as well as some of your American favorites. Offering delicious pizza, salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts, beer, and wine. Elizabeth’s is known for their fresh ingredients, where even the bread is baked fresh daily. A great place for lunch, dinner, a late night meal, or take out. Elizabeth’s can also cater your event and now has a party room available. Visit us at 4304 ½ Market St or call 910-251-1005 for take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 10am-Midnight every day ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown (Corner of Market St and Kerr Avenue).

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

Fat Tony’s Italian Pub

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as 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 pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s.

Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am10 pm; 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.

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 $5.99 Student meal. Catering options are available.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tuesday - Saturday 11:45am - 9:00pm and Sunday 1:30pm - 8:00pm Sunday.

Monday - Closed ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

Latin American SAN JUAN CAFE

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

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

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

Organic LOVEY’S MARKET

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 highestquality 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

siena trattoria

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

■ SERVING DINNER: at 4 p.m. Daily.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South. 3315 Masonboro Loop Road, 910-794-3002 ■ FEATURING: Family style dinners on Sundays ■ WEBSITE: www.sienawilmington.com

Jamaican

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Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for Organic and Natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a Veggie Burger, Hamburger or a Chicken Caesar Wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar-which has cold salads and hot selections can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with Organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of Local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness.

Lovey’s also carries Organic Grass-Fed and Free-Range meats and poultry. Wheat-Free and Gluten-Free products are in stock regularly, as are Vegan and Vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m..

Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, New Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes. Newly expanded.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

Seafood DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR

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

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

The Pilot House

The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South. We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks. Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome.

Private event space available. 910-343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday

HIERONYMUS

Hieronymus Seafood is the midtown stop for seafood lovers. In business for over 30 years, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by constantly providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in local seafood. It’s the place to be if you are seeking top quality attributes in atmosphere, presentations, flavor and ingenuity. Signature dishes include Oysteronymus and daily fresh catch specials. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering services. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2011. 5035 Market Street; 910-392-6313; hieronymusseafood.com ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Fireside oyster bar.

■ WEBSITE: www.hieronymusseafood.net

OCEANIC

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

shuckin' shack

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar is thrilled to now serve customers in its new location at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). It’s the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more. Come in a check out Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time! The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd.; (910) 458-7380.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sat 11am-2am; Sun noon-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown

■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials, join the mailing list

online

■ WEBSITE: www.pleasureislandoysterbar.com

FISH BITES

Home of the freshest seafood in town, and Wilmington’s only Live Lobster Tank. Try one of our signature entrees like Fish Bites Tuna Filet, Stuffed Flounder or The Fishermans Stew. We have unique appetizers like Oyster Bombs, Shrimp Bombs, or Grouper Cheeks(who knew Groupers had cheeks!!). Have your Fresh Catch prepared to your delight, pan seared, grilled, blackened, broiled or fried. We will accomodate any taste. The Daily Special Board features creative dishes that highlight our Chef’s creative culinary skills. We make a fantastic steamer platter with Crab Legs, Shrimp, Clams, Oysters and Mussels.

The possibilities are endless. We have the largest selection of seafood in the area. Not only are we a seafood restaurant, but a fresh market as well. Take home your Fresh Seafood selection and cook it your favorite way. We also have take out. Don’t forget our made from scratch desserts. Come in and enjoy a fresh beverage from our full service “Bottems Up Bar”. Whether you just need something to curb your appetite or a full meal, we have something for everyone. Daily food specials and Drink Specials offered. Kids Menu available. So come in and enjoy the most amazing seafood you have ever tasted!

6132-11 Carolina Beach Rd. (910) 791-1117 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sun 11am-9pm.

Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: The freshest seafood in town, and Wilmington’s only Live Lobster Tank!

■ WEBSITE: www.fishbitesseafood.com

Southern CASEY’S BUFFET

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

Sports Bar

vegetarian/Vegan

CAROLINA ALE HOUSE

SEALEVEL RESTAURANT

Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sports-themed restaurant.

Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393.

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

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

TVs in Wilmington.

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

hell's kitchen

This is downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub! With every major sporting package on ten HDTVs and our huge HD projection screen, there is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style Reuben, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular.

Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, pool, and did we mention sports? Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. 763-4133.

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

Having opened in early spring 2013, Sealevel Gourmet and Chef Nikki Spears will celebrate their oneyear anniversary serving all of your plant-diet needs.

Spears wanted a place to cook what she eats: wellexecuted, simple, snacky, and sandwichy, seasonally changing meals. From a nearly guilt-free American veggie cheeseburger, to fresh sushi, fish and shrimp “burgers,” falafel, fish tacos and avocado melt pitas, Spears caters to the needs of gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and lactose-intolerant diets. Spears serves as much organic (grains, beans, carrots, kale, berries; soy products) and local food as possible (seafood, tomatoes, kale, cabbage, fruits, non-GMO corn).

She also focuses on Med-Leb-style foods, Cal-Mex style foods, Cal-Japanese style foods. Stop by and try one of her new organic and hand-selected wholefruit smoothies, as well as vegan and gluten-free desserts like Key Lime Pie, Mocha-Vanilla Frozen Pie and cookies. Daily, she creates sushi rolls uniqie to Sealevel Restaurant, and serves tons of specials such as her Brown Rice Tortilla with avocado, lettuce, tomato, and more, or vegan nachos made with organic kale and tempeh black-bean chili. Drop by daily for lunch, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., or for dinner, Thurs. - Sat., 5 p.m.

- 9 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. 1015 S. Kerr Ave. 910833-7196.

■ 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

Thursday 4-7 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

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Golden Peruvian Fare:

g&g > review

The Golden Chicken’s menu boasts an abundance of flavor By: Rosa Bianca

T

he Golden Chicken unwittingly got under my skin before I ever crossed the threshold. A sign in the left window irked me. I typically grow irritated when restaurants boast being the best at something; I prefer to be the judge of that. But I have to give credit where credit is due: The Golden Chicken really does serve the best rotisserie chicken I’ve ever tasted.

Tucked away in University Landing on College Road (where Krazy Pizza used to be eons ago), The Golden Chicken offers Peruvian fare in an informal dining-room setting. The average diner should find the menu both innovative and approachable.

First, to that delicious roasted chicken: The crisp, peppery skin offered a great juxtaposition with the juiciest, most tender meat I’ve ever tried. I purposefully chose the half chicken plate so that I might sample both white and dark meat. I was not disappointed in either. Each morsel proved moist, flavorful and hot. I never figured out the secret. For

the life of me, I have no idea how poultry held heat like that. But after 20 minutes there was still steam coming off of each forkful. With a side of roasted plantains, the blend of flavors maximized my tastebuds.

I moved on to the Jumping Cow, a signature Peruvian dish with some Asian influence.

Strips of beef marinated in vinegar and soy sauce give it a rich salty taste. The plate will send Adkins dieters running from the room, as it is served with both white rice and french fries. But the rice is a welcome addition when trying to get as much of the meaty brown gravy. Onions and tomatoes round out the dish, giving it some textural variation and some flavorful bite.

As an aside, I’d like to comment on foodie culture here. I rarely look at Yelp, but by happenstance I did while surfing online for the address of the restaurant. A common complaint amongst the posters is that dishes like Jumping Cow are not called by their Spanish names (lomo saltado, in this case). I don’t share this concern. Menu designations don’t change spice profiles, cooking times or ingredient quality; simply put, the dish tastes

Crisp AND peppery: When The Golden Chicken proclaims they have the best rotisserie chicken, they mean it. Juicy and tender, the fare lives up to the Peruvian restaurant’s namesake. Photo

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Peru, like many cultures, has its own take on ceviche. The Golden Chicken offers three variations. I opted for the most straightforward—one made strictly from white fish.

Peruvian ceviche is known for being heavier on the lemon juice than many other styles and that was certainly on display here. The citrus flavors were potent, but they were not dominant. The ceviche is flavored with Peruvian rocoto chilies. A tasty but powerful spice, the rocoto will have you looking for something sweet to counteract the heat. I ordered mine medium, and I felt my gums numb more than once. Delicious, to be sure, but it’s spicy nonetheless. The boiled potatoes, both white and sweet, made a nice counterpoint to the fiery white fish.

A genuine Peruvian experience, also comes with the restaurant's signature drinks.

The maracuya, a thick passion-fruit juice, was not only delicious but provided the sugar needed to balance the spicier ceviche.

The chicha morada tasted a bit stranger.

Made from Peruvian blue corn, boiled with cinnamon and nutmeg, it’s served over ice.

The chicha morada is not quite like anything else I’ve had around here. It’s dark purple, reminiscent of the richest Australian shiraz.

While quite tasty, the cinnamon and nutmeg seem out of place in 90-degree heat. The flavor profile would be better suited for Thanksgiving than Independence Day. I highly recommend it; but stick with the maracuya in

the summer and save the chicha morada until the mercury drops a couple dozen degrees.

Stay for dessert. I wasn’t all that fond of the alfajor, a caramel sandwich made from two cakes covered in powdered sugar. The caramel was delightful, but the cakes themselves were a little drier than I prefer. But I think there’s a huge market for the picarones, fried Peruvian doughnuts, which could make even the staunchest aficionado of carnival food forget all about funnel cakes. And the tres leches, a yellow cake soaked in milk, managed to be moist without being soggy.

For those who like to dip their cookies in milk, the tres leches will be an undeniable treat.

I expect The Golden Chicken will see more of me in the future. There’s a lot left for me to try, and they certainly earned my trust, which means they’ve earned my business.

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orty-five years ago this Saturday, police raided the downtown New York gay hub Stonewall Inn. They lined up patrons, requested their IDs, and forced anyone dressed in women’s clothing to enter the bathroom with a female officer to prove their gender. Such raids had become a normal occurrence at the Stonewall; however, this particular evening the raid came unannounced. Normally compliant frequenters rebelled, which incited a riot. Since that fateful day, June has long been associated with gay pride.

Staying true to June tradition, Cape Fear Equality (CFE) will hold its inaugural event this Saturday, June 28th. It was formed after Wilmington Pride fizzled due to issues with maintaining steady participation. Equality NC, the state’s largest LGBTQIAA (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, and ally) advocacy group, held a “Get Engaged” event in Wilmington this past March, which sparked newfound interest in the cause. The Raleigh-based group’s efforts have resulted in major Afford-

able Health Care providors extending their benefits to same-sex couples in NC. CFE was derived as an affiliate of the organization and stands as one of two regional incarnations of Equality NC; the other being Equality Foothills in Hickory.

June normally marks Wilmington Pride Week; however, in light of the organization’s inception, the event was omitted this year. “We felt as though hosting a pride week, as many organizations do in NC, that our most important goal would be halted,” former Wilmington Pride president and CFE chair Ryan Burris explains. With 15 Pride celebrations already occurring throughout the state, CFE wanted to distinguish its beginnings by reaching a broader audience. They intend to cultivate relationships with local organizations, which will eextend their focus to betterment of the Cape Fear area as a whole.

A food drive will generate a “hands on” element. “We want to reach out to our community, serve side-by-side [with] those who [may] oppose us, [and provide help] for the less fortunate,”

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Above: Ryan Burris serves as chair for Cape Fear Equality. Courtesy photo

Burris continues.

The kickoff event, to be hosted at St. Jude Metropolitan Community Church, will serve as a food drive for the church. St. Jude routinely provides the organization with a meeting space and is a LGBTQIAA-friendly church.

“We want to provide as much community service as we possibly can,” Burris tells. “We aim to be known as an outlet for the LGBTQIAA community in the Cape Fear region to provide care, services and resources. In the future, we plan on working with other local organizations [to set up] a youth support group, and also hopefully an LGBTQIAA center for our area.”

The CFE also will be a part of continuing the annual toy drive held in December, which has long been associated with Wilmington Pride.

The holiday celebration collects items for Duke’s Partners in Caring, which helps children infected with or affected by HIV/AIDS. “Last year we had nearly 300 in attendance and collected over 1,400 toys,” Burris elaborates.

Activists will be on hand at the kickoff event to register voters, and entertainment will come from musicians Susan Savia, Chris James and DJ Lil Mandy. Guests will include executive director of Equality NC Chris Sgro and the former chief of police for Latta, SC, Crystal Moore. (Moore was fired by the town’s mayor due to her sexual orientation.)

There will be an array of political speakers; booths will be set up to showcase support from those unable to attend. Ernie Ward, a hopeful for NC Senate District 8, will be among those in attendance. “I think we need to take a look at the damaging effects of Amendment One and the problem of bullying in our schools,” Ward proclaims. “Fairness and equality, whether economic or social, are vitally important to me.”

Senate candidate for District 9, Elizabeth Redenbaugh, who recently won the John F. Kennedy in Courage Award for her work on the New Hanover County Board of Education, will also speak at the event.“After listening to a sermon series about the importance of treating everyone with dignity, value and respect and seeing the way in which our legislature neglected all three of these virtues, I decided to enter public service in the hopes that we can all come together and create a greater North Carolina,” Redenbaugh expresses. “Throughout history, Americans have fought for racial, ethnic, gen-

der, and, now, sexual orientation equality. In order to achieve equality, we must stop separating ourselves according to our differences…”

The kickoff celebration will be preceded by Wilmington’s first annual AIDS Walk Wilmington at Maides Park (1101 Manly Avenue). The walk will observe National HIV Testing Day, which occurs on June 27th. The events work off each other by encouraging attendees to take part in both.

The AIDS walk is being spearheaded by Richelle Fonville and Latesha Sidburry. The two met after Sidburry saw a presentation by Fonville, an HIV/AIDS health educator. They quickly bonded given that Sidburry had family members who had passed away from the disease. The crusaders hope to raise $1,000, with monies benefitting Duke’s Partners in Caring.

Registration and a light breakfast will jumpstart the event at 9 a.m. Testimonies will be given regarding the horrors of the disease, and balloons will be released in memory of countless AIDS victims. Throughout the walk, music will be provided by Big B from Coast 97.3. As well, there will be kid-friendly activities and free, confidential HIV testing. An educational session will be held after the walk, wherein health care providers and people suffering from the disease will field questions. Folks can learn more on their website (www.facebook.com/ events/244598185733407/).

“Our main goal is to cease the spread of HIV by breaking the silence and talking about it,” Fonville describes. “Sex is a taboo subject to discuss but we strongly believe that communication is key to fight this 100 percent preventable disease. We look forward to hosting an event in December in observance of World AIDS Day, and then [conducting] a bigger walk next year.”

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Alice Walker speaks as part of civil rights commemoration By: Gwenyfar Rohler

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n July 2, 1964, Lyndon Baines Johnson, 36th president of the United States, signed the Civil Rights Act into law. It was a turning point in American history, not the end of the long struggle for equal representation under the law, but a major move forward in an ongoing struggle. On national television, he addressed the nation to discuss the import of the evening’s events.

“The purpose of the law is simple: It does not restrict the freedom of any American, so long as he respects the rights of others.

It does not give special treatment to any citizen.

It does say the only limit to a man’s hope for happiness, and for the future of his children, shall be his own ability.

It does say that there are those who are equal before God shall now also be equal in the polling booths, in the classrooms, in the factories, and in hotels, restaurants, movie theaters, and other places that provide service to the public. . .”

Countywide Community Development Corporation out of Navassa, in Brunswick County, will commemorate the landmark legislation with “Celebrating the Dream: 50-Year Commemoration of Signing to the Civil Right Act of 1964.” Events include the opening of Willie Cole’s installation “School Pride: The Eastern NC Story” at the Cameron Srt Museum (see page 15). But on Tuesday, July 2nd, the LBJ Presidential Legacy Awards Luncheon will honor Civil Rights pioneers past and present.

One of such includes Alice Walker, author of “The Color Purple,” who will speak at the luncheon.

Walker’s Pulitzer Prize for Fiction winner has been the subject of much controversy locally. Brunswick County Commissioner

Pat Sykes led the charge to have “The Color Purple” taken out of the AP English curriculum and its access restricted in the school libraries. In late January, the Brunswick County School Board voted 2-3 not to restrict its access. Walker indicated her awareness of the situation.

“The book has been banned a lot,” Walker concedes. “I guess it was surprising that people were still at it, and I’m sorry it’s in North Carolina, which I always thought, for a southern state, was progressive and forwardmoving.”

Then she learned about the recent rollback of gains for people of color and women in NC. Like many of our state’s residents—and others across the country—Walker has been impressed by protests to earn back equal rights.

“I am so moved by the Moral Monday Movement,” she admits. “I saw a segment about the gatherings and the people rising.

Whenever that happens, I feel so gratified for humanity because that is our only hope for humanity.”

“Moral Mondays” is a term used to identify the grassroots protestors that meet on Mondays at the North Carolina General Assembly.

They speak back to the legislation passed and signed into law in 2013, including repealed voter rights, public education cuts, regressive taxes aimed at the poor, social and health programs cut, weakened environmental defense, and restricted women’s access to healthcare.

As of the beginning of the 2014 short session, over 900 people had been arrested for civil disobedience at our state’s capital. Walker is not alone in her admiration for the protestors.

“Let it be well-understood that we will not accept being mistreated,” she says. “That people think they have so much money they can buy and sell us—we will not accept it. It shows us what can be done. Even if we fail temporarily, it is only temporarily.”

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PIONEERING AUTHOR: Author Alice Walker, writer of "The Color Purple," will speak Wednesday, July 2nd, at the convention center. Photo by Ana Elena

Just as the battle over “The Color Purple” appears to be winding down, another book challenge has emerged in Brunswick County: Sherman Alexie’s “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.” Frankie Wood, of Ash, NC—though a great-grandmother—has no children in Brunswick County schools. Yet, she called for the book to be immediately taken out of the schools and their libraries.

Wood objects to its profanity and discussion of masturbatio—topics not so different from “The Color Purple.” Folks have complained about Walker’s use of profanity, depictions of violence, rape, incest, and a very unfavorable depiction of white people during Jim Crow.

It challenges people emotionally, socially, racially, sexually and spiritually.

“It feels like I am being deeply engaged in a readership that feels threatened by a possibility of seeing the world a different way,” Walker says. “That is OK with me because who hasn’t read something that has pushed many buttons? The first response is fright.

Who wants to change? Change is a part of growth. I have waited many years for people to read the novel for what’s actually in it, rather than what they have heard or is in the first five pages.”

The same sentiment can be applied to Sherman Alexie’s writing in “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.” Censorship still has a stronghold on the ways people often think.

“I think Indians are probably not expected to be speaking—they thought they killed all

of them,” Walker responds. “I think for some people in the US, whenever an Indian speaks it’s shocking they are still here, and doubly shocking they have an opinion and they relay it. The myths that people are attached to about Native Americans and what happened to them has unraveled.”

Walkers expresses that a better way to approach the challenging and uncomfortable voice is to sit and listen, rather than shout down the unwanted.

The organizers of “Celebrating the Dream” have expressed a hope the Walker and members of the Brunswick County Board of Education can meet during her visit here. But Walker remains pretty zen about the criticism of “The Color Purple.”

“My response has been almost no response to a lot of criticism—to a lot of people’s commentary about this book,” she states.

It’s my offering; if you want it, I am happy for you—it’s a gift for you. If you want to read something else, then read something else.”

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events NC FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVAL 6/27-7/4: Families looking for a unique July 4th destination need look no further than Southport, NC. The town’s annual Independence Day celebration is the official state of NC’s celebration. Highlights include picnics, arts and crafts in the park, a car show, parade, fireworks, firemen’s competition, children’s games, live entertainment nightly, sailing regatta, great food and of course lots of red, white and blue. The history of Southport’s Fourth of July Festival celebration was first recorded in a newspaper in 1795. Now the event has grown to attract over 60,000 visitors each year. Today, it features a Naturalization Ceremony which was incorporated into the N.C. Fourth of July Festival in 1996 and administered by what is now the United States Department of Homeland

Security U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS). Holding true to its mission of promoting patriotism, the festival also holds a Veterans Recognition Ceremony, Flag Retirement Ceremony and Flag Raising Ceremony. Three charities have been selected to participate for 2014: Christian Recovery Center, Communities in Schools of Brunswick County and Canine Angels. Along with space at the festival, Mike’ Garage Band performing during the festival will donate their proceeds divided between the three evenly. Free PLEASURE ISLAND FIREWORKS Enjoy live bluegrass & Southern rock from 6-9pm, and oceanfront fireworks at 9pm on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. 7/3: Stay the weekend to enjoy boardwalk amusements and rides; see the rare Venus Flytrap at Carolina Beach State Park; rent a kayak; learn to surf; visit the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher; explore Civil War history at Fort Fish-

er. Watch a free family movie on Sunday evening at Carolina Beach Lake or boogie to live music at the new Kure Beach Ocean Front Park. 910-4588434; www.pleasureislandnc.org.

MOONLIGHT DANCE CRUISE & FIREWORKS Dance to beach music/oldies & cruise to see the Carolina Beach fireworks show from the deck of the Royal 7/3: Winner Princess II. Boards 8:30 p.m.; returns 10:45 p.m. Admission charge; prepaid reservations. Carolina Beach Marina, Carolina Beach. 910-458-5356; www.winnerboats.com.

4TH OF JULY RIVERFRONT CELEBRATION The riverfront celebration features music by the 440th Army Band in Riverfront Park (5-9pm). At 9:05pm a choreographed fireworks display will explode over the Cape Fear River. Best view of fireworks is from Downtown along the Riverwalk.

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JULY 4TH HENRIETTA III DINNER CRUISE The Henrietta III July 4th dinner cruise features a BBQ buffet dinner and great view of the fireworks show over the Cape Fear River. Admission charge.

Pre-paid reservations required. Boarding begins at 6:00 p.m.; departs 6:30 p.m. from riverfront at Water and Dock streets, Downtown Wilmington. 800676-0162 or 910-343-1611; www.cfrboats.com JULY 4TH FIRECRACKER CRUISE 6:30 p.m. A sunset cruise with ‘shoofly’ rum punch and appetizers, followed by fireworks over the river. Advance reservations. 910-338-3134; www. wilmingtonwatertours.net.

FRIDAY VARIETY ENTERTAINMENT SERIES Variety of dates, variety of entertainment—bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the show!

Select Friday evenings (through 9/19). Ocean Front Park, Kure Beach

charity/fundraisers SARUS FESTIVAL AND FUNRAISER 7/17, 5-7pm, at Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St. Enjoy live art & music performances & film, hors d’oeuvres by Little Pond Caterers, beer and wine cash bar, silent/online auction, meet the artists! Be a part of this exciting and thought provoking branch of our arts community. Help us make the annual event and Wilmington a destination for rich exchange among artists, community and international guests. Festival for site-specific & experimental art, bringing professional original choreography, avant-garde art works and film to us in ILM. Tax deductible contribution: $50/person or $75/couple. RSVP to albanelved@albanelved. com. Tickets also available at the door. $50-$75.

Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield Street NO PLACE LIKE HOME LUNCHEON 3rd annual “There Is No Place Like Home” luncheon sponsored bythe AMEZ Housing Community Development Corporation will be held onThursday, 8/14, 11:30am, Terraces at Sir Tyler. Boxed lunch. Donations appreciated. Funds will assist us in fulfilling our mission to providedecent, affordable housing to low to moderate income people throughinnovative programs of housing and human development in southeastern NC. 910-815-3826 or linda@amezhousing.org. www.amezhousing.org

theatre/auditions COMEDY OF ERRORS Wilmington’s annual free-to-the-public Cape Fear Shakespeare on the Green presents “Comedy of Errors” directed by Robb Mann. Shakespeare’s most farcical plays tells the story of two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated at birth. Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant, Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in Ephesus, which turns out to be the home of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus and his servant, Dromio of Ephesus. When the Syracusans encounter the friends and families of their twins, a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken identities lead to wrongful beatings, a near-seduction, the arrest of Antipholus of Ephesus, and false accusations of infidelity, theft, madness, and demonic possession.All performances staged at 8pm, weekends through Sun., 6/29, with additional shows Thurs., 6/19 & 26, to benefit Actor Appreciation Night.

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an extraordinary Wilmington cast: David Andrews, Nicole Farmer, Nicholas Basta, Kendra GoehringGarrett, Joy Ducree Gregory, Tracy Byrd, Jeremy Deal, and Rhonda Bellamy. Sponsored by David J Zukerman, CPA, PA. Free. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th Street ON THE TOWN Wed. 7/2-Sun. 7/6, Fri. 7/11-Sun. 7/13, and Fri. 7/18-Sun. 7/20. Opera House Theatre Co. presents “On the Town,” featuring a score by Leonard Bernstein, a book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, and based on Jerome Robbins’s original choreography. It is 1944, and three sailors have a 24-hour leave in New York City; they are determined to see all the sights and find some romance along the way. Tickets, $29, o(910) 632-2285 or online at thalianhall. org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. THE GENTLEMAN PIRATE Dinner musical written by Zach Hanner. Hear the salty tales and sea shanties of the gentleman pirate, Stede Bonnet, and his dealings with the pirate, Blackbeard, along the North Carolina Coast. The rum will flow and the galley will be serving its finest fare. Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets $38 adults. $24 for children and for limited number of Show Only seats. Doors 6pm; 7pm.

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Allow the Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers to be your outlet! They meet this Sunday, June 29th, at the Cameron Art Museum’s Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. Songbooks are provided and beginners are welcome for instruction at 1:30 p.m. The entire group will sing from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This form of a cappella singing dates back to Colonial America and is a living tradition throughout the South in its vigorous, loud, and intense delivery. For more infomration, head to www.cameronartmuseum.org. comedy showcase Hosted by Brian Granger, performances by Reid Clark, Colton Demonte and many of Nutt Street Comedy Club’s finest. 3021 Market St. Arabian Nights Hookah Bar. 9pm; $4.

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music/concerts WILMINGTON SACRED HARP SINGERS Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers, 6/29, 1:30pm Instruction for beginners; 2-4pm Entire Group.

Songbooks provided, beginners welcome! Free and open to the public, donations appreciated.

Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers presents a traditional Sacred Harp Singing and invite you to join in the music.

This dynamic form of a cappella social singing dates back to Colonial America, using a modern reprint of an 1844 songbook called The Sacred Harp. Sacred Harp and related shape-note styles are the oldest continuous singing traditions in the United States. Surviving as a living tradition in parts of the South, notably Georgia and Alabama, Sacred Harp music has been discovered by new generations of singers who have spread the heritage across North America and to Australia and Europe. Music is loud, vigorous and intense—meant to be sung, not just observed. Held in collaboration with WHQR. JAZZ AT THE MANSION Bellamy Mansion hosts concerts from the Cape Fear Jazz Society. 6:30pm on the lawn; bring a picnic. $12 adm.; $10 members; children under 12 free. 7/10, Darryl Donnell Murrill; 8/14, Geno and

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Tickets $38 adults/$24 for children under 12. Beverages and food service gratuity not included.

DOWNTOWN SUNDOWN Every Friday night, 6-10pm, downtown Wilmington in Riverfront Park. Free, and featuring a different cover band and local musical act to open each show. Night’s proceeds from alcohol sales benefit various local nonprofit organizations. Food trucks onsite to purchase grub.

BEHIND THE SCENES W/OPERA 7/19, 1pm: Spend the afternoon with Opera Wilmington learning about all facets of the upcoming production of “The Merry Widow”! Participants will have the opportunity to learn to waltz, sing the chorus parts from several of the show’s tunes, tour the set and costume shop, and interact with members of the cast and crew. Admission: Free. UNCW Cultural Arts Building, 5270 Randall Drive MAYFAIRE MUSIC ON THE TOWN The 10th Annual Music on the Town Concert Series at Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington, NC, features free live music on Friday evenings through July. Bands set up on the Mayfaire Event Field located behind hh gregg and Ulta, and there is plenty

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MUSIC IN THE COURTYARD 7/3, 6:30-8pm: RootSoul Project, fusing roots music with the styles of rock & roll, hip-hop, and soul. $5-$12. Randy McQuay (vocals, keyboards, guitars, harmonicas) fronts the constantly evolving project, laying down the soulful vocals that have become the calling card of RSP. Brandon Snow (bass), Jared Evans (drums), and Brett Johnson (lead guitar) complete the collection of talented musicians based out of Wilmington, NC that blends the soulful aspects of numerous genres from rock and blues, to reggae and hip-hop. CAM Café open late. No outside food or beverages allowed.

JAZZ AT BELLAMY W/DARRYL DONNELL 7/10, 6:30pm: Join the Cape Fear Jazz Society and the Bellamy Mansion Museum in welcoming Darryl Donnell Murrill to the Mansion. Come out and listen to the sax and all of your favorite jazz tunes. Wine and beer available for sale. Tickets are $10 for members and $12 for general admission.

Bring a picnic, a lawn chair, and the kids! To find out more about Darryl Donnell Murrill, visit http:// lovegodandsax.com/sax/ $12 Admission, $10 for Members. 503 Market St.

dance IRISH STEP DANCE Traditional Irish Step Dancing Beginners to Championship level ages 5-adult! Mondays nights. The studio is located at 1211 South 44th St. www. walshkelleyschool.com.

BABS MCDANCE Shag, swing, hip-hop, Latin, belly dancing, ballroom, Zumba, kids’ and adults’ classes, and more—weekly with various pricing. • Friday Night Dance Parties, 7:30-10:30pm. $10, buy one get one free. Babs McDance, 6782 Market St. www. babsmcdance.com

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

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

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

WORKS IN PROGRESS SHOWCASE 7/20, 2-3pm: Free and open to the public, donations appreciated. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall.

The Dance Cooperative and CAM provides informal showings to afford working artists a place to present works in progress to be reviewed and critiqued in a nurturing environment. Open to working choreographers, dancers, and the general public who are working on movement and wishes to have others provide feedback on the work, as well as anyone who wants to witness the creative process through its many stages and provide assistance in that process. dancecooperative@gmail.com no later than the Monday preceding the showcase.

art/exhibits BILLY CONE WORKS 6/27, 6pm: WHQR 91.3fm Public Radio’s MC Erny Gallery at WHQR will open a new show on 6/27, “Billy Cone Works”—a collection of drawings, paintings, and photographs. Guests are invited to meet the artist and the WHQR staff and on-air personalities, while enjoying great food and wine during the opening reception from 6-9pm on the 27th. The show will remain on display until August 8th. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR. Warwick Building at 254 N. Front St.

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

EARTH, SEA AND SKY WHQR presents work by Gail Henderson and Liz Hosier, two artists whose works are expressions of elements of earth, sky, horizon and atmosphere conveyed through their unique use of color, paints, and materials. The show will remain on display until June 6th. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR. Third floor of The Warwick Building at 254 N. Front St.

CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests.

JON JICHA: AWKWARD SENSIBILITY The Wilma W. Daniels Gallery presents—a solo exhibition by Jon Jicha, Professor of Art in the

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Free JANETTE HOPPER “Dancing through my Blogosphere—Taking you on a whirlwind trip through my visual blog,” an art show by Janette K Hopper, Costello’s Piano Bar in downtown Wilmington, NC, will present a new art show, exhibiting prints and paintings by Janette K. Hopper. Exhibition will consist of three chapters: 1) Medieval nastygrams - the foibles of man, 2) Nature, the killer app, and 3) To the Cloud!

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ing applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrants through 6/30.

Applications are available for non-profit organizations whose purpose is to promote and develop diverse cultural arts programming in New Hanover County. Funding priority is given to qualified organizations (theaters, galleries, choral societies, festivals), arts in education programs conducted by qualified artists, and other community organizations that provide arts programs in the county.

Grassroots funds are not generally awarded to arts organizations that receive funding through the North Carolina Arts Council’s State Arts Resources. Projects must occur between July 1, 2014 and June 30, 2015. Application forms and grant guidelines: www.artswilmington.org. 910-343-0998 or info@artscouncilofwilmington.org.

ENIGMATIC “Enigmatic” art show, curated by Blair Nidds.

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Cone. Folks can meet the artist at a reception from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. to view his collection of drawings, paintings and photographs. Billy Cone’s Works will remain on display at the gallery until August 8th, with a portion of proceeds benefitting our local NPR affiliate, WHQR 91.3FM. ARTS COUNCIL OF WILMINGTON The Arts Council of Wilmington & is now accept-

ALL THAT REMAINS Historic Oakwood Cemetery & Mausoleum hosts Juried Urn Competition and Sale, “All that Remains.” Honoring the changing style of interment with a juried competition devoted to the art of cremation urns, entitled All That Remains.

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12” width x 12” height. All works must be sturdy enough to withstand handling and exhibition. All mediums of art will be accepted. Digital images of the work, with entry form must be received by Fri., 8/14, 4pm (Send to Historic Oakwood Cemetery, PO Box 26867 Raleigh, NC 27611). E-mail jpgs (300 dpi) to robin@historicoakwood.com by 9/20, 4pm. No more than two photos of each piece of work should be included. Mailed CDs should be labeled with name, email address and phone number. Winners notified via email on Mon., 8/15.

Approved urns must be delivered to Historic Oakwood Cemetery (701 Oakwood Ave.) no later than 3pm on Wed., 9/10; dropped off between 11am and 3pm on the 10th if hand-delivered. Opening reception, Sat., 10/11, 3-5pm. Exhibit on Sun., 10/15, 1-5 pm. Friends of Historic Oakwood Cemetery will retain a 30% commission on all works sold. All works must be for sale. 1st Place, $600; 2nd place, $250;3rd Place, $150.

BELLAMY’S CALL FOR ARTISTS The Bellamy Mansion Challenges Emerging Artists to showcase the ‘Beauty of the Bellamy’ in an upcoming exhibition, sale and celebration. The mansion is accepting applications for the first ever Bellamy Mansion Emerging Art Show, the highlight of a five-week celebration of the visual arts from 10/2-11/6. Submissions must showcase the beauty of the Bellamy using its history and architecture as inspiration. Artists are encouraged to complete an application form as soon as possible, with payment of $20 ($10 for students), to receive access to the mansion to draw, paint or photograph. Deadline for completed application form with entry fee and photos to jurors Gale Smith and Joanne Geisel: 8/30. Artists may submit two 2-D or 3-D entries. Monetary prizes plus merit and honorable mention awards will be granted. Also featured are free children’s art events and art lec-

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tures by local professional artists. The celebration will begin with an opening reception on October 2 and closes November 6 with a party highlighting children’s art. $10-$20. www.bellamymansion.org.

503 Market St. ARTIST SHOWING A Frame of Mind Gallery is honored to show some of the many works of local artist, author and world traveler David D. Hume. Delightful, original water colors by Eunice G. Andrews will also be on display thru September 2014.Located in historic 100 year old house in Carolina Heights.Come and check us out as one of the best kept secrets in Wilmington since 1991.Hours-Mon.-Fri.-10am5:30pm and Sat. 10am-2:30pm. 1903 Princess St. (910) 251-8854.Wilmingtonart@ aol.com.Garden tours often given in the spring, specializing in unique citrus. Free A Frame of Mind Gallery 1903 Princess St. All Day FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT “Fourth Friday Gallery Night” is now coordinated by The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County, feat. 16 local art galleries and studios that will open their doors to the public in an after-hours celebration of art and culture, from 6-9pm, every fourth Friday of the month through 2014. Rhonda Bellamy at 910-343-0998, 221 N. Front St. Suite 101. artscosuncilofwilmington.org

museums CAPE FEAR MUSEUM Exhibits: A View From Space: Since the launch of the world’s first artificial satellite Sputnik in 1957, satellites have dramatically changed the way we study our planet. A new, bilingual (Spanish and English), highly interactive, hands-on science exhibit, will allow visitors to see the world from a satellite’s perspective. Includes numerous hands-on activity sections such as the Satellite Activity Area. • 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.

• Collection Selections: Handbags, artifact collection includes more than 100 handbags. Contrast their styles as you view a selection of bags drawn from the 19th and 20th centuries. • 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! 910-798-4370.

Hours: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm. $4-$7.

Free for museum members and children under 3.

New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sun. ea. month. 814 Market St. capefearmuseum WEATHER WISE 6/28, 1-4pm. Free for members or with museum admission What is wind? How does weather impact our daily lives? Explore air, atmospheric pressure, and air temperature. Examine the tools meterologists use and conduct a scientific experiment to review the states of matter and the Earth’s water cycle. Parental participation is required.

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. www.capefearmuseum.com BATTLEFIELD AT THE BATTLESHIP 7/4, 10am: Lock and Load Wilmington! Battlefield Live Wilmington blasts into town on July 4th at Battleship Park. Prepare to “lock and load” for laser combat when Battlefield Live is featured at the park that borders the Battleship North Carolina. The event is planned to attract thrill-seekers,

teens, and game enthusiasts as they will want to experience this new attraction for themselves.

This is not your Daddy’s laser tag! Inspired by popular video games such as Halo 2 and Counter Strike, Battlefield Live is a live combat simulation.

Barricades draw players into a 3D combat adventure. The equipment uses a harmless infrared beam, like your TV remote, that tags sensors worn by players. Teens love the missions because all the “phasers” have red-dot scopes for fast target acquisition. Children must be 7 years old or older to play, but adults of any age can and do participate. Battleship Live Wilmington is a local, Wilmington organization that also serves private events like birthday parties, church and other group fundraisers, wedding rehearsal dinners. $7.50-$10 per game. 1 Battleship Rd. NE NC AQUARIUM Canoeing the Salt Marsh, 7/12, 7/19, 9am: A three-hour exploration of the Zeke’s Island Estuarine Research Reserve by canoe. Activities may include crabbing, seining or birding. Participants should be able to swim, be capable of sustained physical exertion and wear closed-toed shoes. $22.50-$25 • 7/14, 8:30am: Animal Keepers: How do we feed 2,000 animals? What does it take to keep a 235,000-gallon aquarium clean?

Where do aquarium animals come from? Campers learn what it takes to be responsible for the daily care and maintenance of aquarium animals.

By helping prepare food, clean exhibits, and create animal enrichment campers get a glimpse of the work required to provide proper animal care. Dates: July 14-18, July 21-25. This camp is available in 3 age groups 5-6, 7-9, and 10-12.

Camp: $207-$230900 Loggerhead Rd, Kure Beach.

POPLAR GROVE PLANTATION Through 7/31: Poplar Grove Foundation, Inc. announces the upcoming opening of their new permanent exhibit “From Civil War to Civil Rights: The African American Experience at Poplar Grove.”

Poplar Grove Plantation invites the public to a series of lectures during the months of April, May, and June in preparation for the unveiling of the permanent exhibit space and Juneteenth Celebration on Thurs., 6/19, 6:30pm. Free. Poplar Grove Plantation10200 US Hwy 17 N 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 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. • WB Museum of History’s June program is set for Thursday, June 26, from 10-10:45am at the museum. The theme is preparing for hurricanes. This program will be led by long-time Red Cross Disaster Team Volunteer, Drew Hoge. We will read a book about preparedness, pack a to-go bag, do a craft, and have light refreshments. For elementary school-aged children. Space is limited. Call 256-2569 to register. Register

by June 24 and be entered in a raffle for a special gift. Other upcoming programs in this series: 7/24, Sea Turtles; 8/14, Shells; 9/18 , Pirates!; 10/11, Wrightsville Beach Trolley for the whole family. To register please call: Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, (910) 256-2569. Free. 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, 10am4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy.” and “Sheena”, a 23ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669 or www. capefearserpentarium.com.

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: Floating Sculpture: Bruce Barclay Cam-

6/28: FISHING TOURNAMENT This Saturday, starting at 6 a.m., folks will be able to enjoy a fishing tournament, all benefitting our local Carousel Center, which helps abused and neglected children. Competitors must register at Tex’s Tackle or at Inlet Watch Yacht Club on the 27th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Cost is only $30 an angler. Cash prizes are awarded for heaviest flounder, from $50 for fifth place up to $1,000 for first. Their will be trophies, raffles, door prizes, and more for the family-friendly event! For more information, head to http://carouselcenter/org/events/$30. eron Duck Decoy Collection, through 8/31. Avid hunstman, sportsman and philanthropist Bruce Barclay Cameron collected duck decoys throughout his lifetime, and CAM will showcase them. • James Grashow—Brooklyn born sculptor and woodcut artist James Grashow (American, b.

1942) is known for his large-scale sculptures and installations made out of cardboard. Exhibition will feature whimsical installations of flora and fauna as we as pieces created especially for the CAM. • Opening 6/29, Willie Cole’s site-specific installation, School Pride: The Eastern NC Story. In observation of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act (July 2, 1964), Willie Cole is creating new installations investigating the closing of sixteen Cape Fear area schools and other aspects of desegregation in southeastern NC and its impact statewide. Hanging through 11/2.

• Black and White gala on 6/28, 6-11pm. Tickets: $45-$50, with buffet, cash bar and music by Grenoldo Frazier and Band on Fire. • Lecture and gallery walkthrough w/Willie Cole: School Pride, 6/29, 3pm. $5-$10. Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues-Sun,10am-5pm; Thurs: 10am-9pm. Museum members free, $8 nonmembers, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2-12. • CAM Café hrs: Tues-Sat, 11am-3pm; Sun, 10am-3pm; Thurs. dinner. www.cameronartmuseum.com or 910-395-5999. www.cameronartmuseum.org

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First Match Loser Consolation, $38.13. www. usta.com. Tourney ID: 700072014. 3405 Park Ave. 910-341-4631. www.empiepark.com STRENGTH IN MOTION BOOT CAMP oin the fun and lose weight, burn fat, tone muscle and increase stamina in a circuit training environment. Mon/Wed, 6/9-7/25, 7-8pm.14 sessions $120; all ages. Each intense class is instructed by personal trainer Susan Barnhill who is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). sim23@ec.rr.com or 910 4700820. Techniques In Motion School of Dance, 5543-100 Carolina Beach Road CAROUSEL CENTER FISHING TOURNAMENT The Carousel Center, Inc. is pleased to announce the 12th Annual Flounder Fishing Tournament. Taking place June 28th, 6am. On-site event registration will take place at Tex’s Tackle & Inlet Watch Yacht Club, 6/27, 4-7pm. $30/ angler; proceeds will benefit the Carousel Center, Inc. Cash prizes awarded for the heaviest flounders, from $50 for 5th to $1,000 for first.

Trophies, raffles and door prizes will also be a part of this family-friendly event. Registration forms, official rules, raffle information and more can be found online: http:// carouselcenter.org/events/$30. Inlet Watch Yacht Club, 801 Paoli Ct.

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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 CARDIO TENNIS Althea Gibson Tennis Complex, Empie Park. 3405 Park Ave. 910-341-4631. 6/25; 7/9, 16, 23, 30, 5:30-6:30pm. $11/clinic. Pre-registration and pre-payment required for all programs.Grab your shoes racquet and join for a workout. • Championships, 6/27-29, Althea Gibson Tennis Complex at

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6pm. A screening of “Natural Hair Diaries” at 6:45pm and refreshments following. Naturally Fly, local Natural Hair Event Planning Group will be on hand as vendors providing information, products, prizes, give-a-ways, and gift baskets beginning at 6pm. Indiegogo is an international crowd funding site and From the Heart Productions is the fiscal sponsor and non-profit organization helping filmmakers find funding to complete their projects and gain access to grant opportunities. Funds received through the crowdfunding campaign will be used for marketing, pre-production, film production, and post-production. Admission is free but donations are encouraged. All proceeds will go towards the Indiegogo Funding Campaign.

RED CARPET TAMMY PREMIERE 7/2, 6pm: Presented by A Boxed Event and Bob King Autohaus Mercedes Benz, at The Terraces on Sir Tyler, 1826 Sir Tyler Dr, the locally shot film stars Melissa McCarthy, Susan Sarandon, Dan Aykroyd, and former WECT journalist Michelle Li. Party will feature red-carpet entry, “Topper Jack”style appetizers, infamous apple pie, open wine bar, and music by DJ Brian Hood. Tickets: $40/ person and include Brown Bag Swag Bags and complimentary tickets to the private screening to the first 150 ticket holders. Portion of the proceeds will benefit The Cape Fear Heart Association, which will be on site selling raffle tickets for a slew of prizes. 910-319-3272 or info@aboxedevent.com WEEKLY WILMINGTON FILM MIXER Every Wednesday Wilmington Film Meet monthly mixer for all those involved with the NC film and video industry. All welcome. Filmmakers, actors, writers, directors, producers, camera crew, art department, marketers, promoters, investors and supporters. Open mic at 7pm. Please prepare for 60 seconds or less. A minute goes faster than you

think! Stay for one-on-one networking after (and a musician’s showcase too). Don’t forget your business cards! Each Month a new sponsor! Volunteer Staff: Megan Petersen & Lauren Danaher. Giant Cafe, 1200 N 23rd St Suite 209, Free.

kids’ stuff 12 ANNUAL KIDS’ TRIATHALON 6/26, 8am: Whether you’re a spectator, a volunteer, or a racer you do not want to miss out on this fun, energetic, and youthful event! The Wilmington Family YMCA is pleased to announce that the 12th Annual Kid’s Triathlon will be Saturday, July 26, 8am, at the YMCA, 2710 Market St. Open for children ages 5-13 years of age. Distance is determined by age. Space limited to 200 participants!

Reg: www.setupevents.com. Packet pick-up will be held on Fri., 7/25, at Dimock & Weinberg Office located at 3505 Converse Dr #175, 4-6pm.

Opt. info meeting at 5pm at this location. www. wilmingtonfamilyymca.org or Aileen Sutton, 910604-6456.

YOUTH /CHILDREN STUDIO CLASSES Youth and Children Studio Classes including iPad Adventure, clay, painting, drawing, mixed media and textiles. Open registration is now open for these exciting weekly classes that start on June 23 and run through August 15. • Kids @ Museum Camp provides students 5 to 8 year olds or 9 to 12 year olds a chance to explore art through 3 core options held during specific weeks from June 16 to August 22: Storytelling With Art, Outside The Box and Learn From The Great Artists. Register online www.cameronartmuseum.org/museumschool or call Keith at 910-395-5999 ext. 1008 for more details.

SUNSHINE CAMP Registration is open for Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter’s Sunshine Camp, a camp for children coping with the death of a loved one.

Three sessions are from 8:30am-12:30pm. MonFri, June and July, Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. 7/7-11, rising fourth- and fifth-graders; and 7/21-25, rising sixth-, seventh- and eighth- graders. Children talk, play, create, eat, cry, laugh and make friends, and are

encouraged to share memories, express feelings, release anger and learn from their life experiences. 910-796-7991 or Melinda.mckeon@lcfh.org.

JEFF JONES MAGIC 7/12, 2pm: Don’t miss Magician Jeff Jones from Raleigh, NC. Jeff amazes audiences with his spellbinding illusions. For more about Jeff Jones, visit his website: www.magicnc.com/. This free event is supported by PNC Grow Up. Great, and information about building financial literacy in kids

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Abbey Road Live Beatles tribute celebrating the 50th anniversary of the band’s arrival in America

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Coconut Groove Steely Dan Tribute

AUGUST 15

Slippery When Wet Bon Jovi tribute

AUGUST 22

The Right On Band Motown, disco and 1970’s funk

AUGUST 29 Departure

Journey tribute band

Veggie Spring Rolls (2) - $2.29 • Pork Spring Rolls (2) - $2.39 Pork Won Tons (8) - $3.99 • Crab Won Tons (8) - $3.99 Pineapple Won Tons (8) - $3.79 • Chicken &Vegetable Gyoza - $3.99 Edamame - $2.49 House Salad w/ Ginger Dressing - $2.49 Spicy/Sweet Chili Chicken Wings - $4.99 Hot & Sour Chicken Soup- $2.89 • Onion Soup - $1.89

Hibachi & Teriyaki Entrees

Hibachi & Teriyaki Combos

Vegetables - $5.79 Chicken - $6.49 Steak - $7.49 Shrimp - $7.69 Grilled Fish - $7.69 Scallops - $9.79 Grilled Salmon - $11.98

Chicken & Steak - $8.99 Chicken & Shrimp - $9.99 Steak & Flounder - $11.89 Steak & Shrimp - $11.19 Steak & Grilled Fish - $11.89 Shrimp & Grilled Fish - $11.89

Hibachi & Teriyaki Combos Chicken & Steak - $8.89 Chicken & Shrimp - $9.99 Steak & Shrimp - $11.19 Steak & Grilled Fish - $11.89 (Flounder or Tilapia) Shrimp & Grilled Fish - $11.89 (Flounder or Tilapia)

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EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY - 9:30pm Nights @ theONLY Dock $15 Join us for great music by local musicians...

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will be available for parents. Northeast Regional Library, NHC1241 Military Cutoff Rd

Live Music every friday and saturday check out the new weekly specials, posted daily on facebook!

STORYTIME BY THE SEA Wednesdays, 10-11:30am (through 8/27). Join the Princess and her fairytale friends at Kure Beach’s Ocean Front Park for stories, crafts and games. Fun activities for both boys and girls. Don’t forget your camera to get a picture taken with the Princess! Free.

MS. SUSAN’S ROOM Music and art for children, featuring Happy Little Singers, music and movement for ages 6 mos to 6 years. Learning through sing, dance and creative play! Tues-Thurs, and Sat, 9:45am.1 1/2 hour session $10/family. Drop-ins welcome. • Art and Craft Friday, 10am. $10/child includes all supplies.

• Also, ukulele, guitar and piano and vocal lessons. 910-777-8889 or info@happylittlesingers. com. 200 Willard Street in the ArtWorks. www.ms-susans-room.com THEATRE NOW Children’s Theater Super Saturday Fun Time. Kid’s live adventure and variety show. Saturdays. Doors open at 11am. $8/$1 off with Kid’s Club Membership. Drop off service available.Tickets: www.theatrewilmington.com or 910-399-3NOW

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Friday, July 4th, 2014 from 6-10pm at (2 Ann St. Next to Elijah’s Restaurant • This event sells out every year!)

COME CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH US! FESTIVITIES INCLUDE: A delicious buffet of southern favorites • Great beer and wine specials • LIVE MUSIC by DALLAS PERRY! *BEST Riverfront spot for the FIREWORKS!*

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OPEN SEATING (FAMILY STYLE):

$120/table (Up to 2 guests per table) $60 for Adults (13 and older) $240/table (Up to 4 guests per table) $15 for Child (12 and under) GET YOUR TICKETS AT ELIJAH’S RESTAURANT OR CALL 910-343-1448 FOR MORE INFO!

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ILLUSTRATED LECTURE/WALK-THROUGH CAM presents Willie Cole lecture and walkthrough for his exhibit, School Pride, 6/29, 3pm.

Members/students: $5, Non-members: $10. Nationally renowned artist Willie Cole will discuss the creation of new site-specific installations for CAM’s new exhibit School Pride: Eastern NC Story: An installation by Willie Cole. Exhibition investigates the closing of 16 Cape Fear area schools and other aspects of desegregation in southeastern NC and the impact on this region, the state and the nation. Cole’s work is found in numerous museums, public and private collections around the world. Visit his site http://www.williecole. com. • 7/17, 7pm: “Manet and the Beginnings of Impressionism” with Henry “Hank” Steffens, $5$10. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. This talk will concentrate on the development and characteristics of Manet’s art. • www.cameronartmuseum. org, by phone or at the door. CAM Café open late.

910-777-2363.

classes/workshops SERVSAFE Looking to get ServSafe Certified? Call Jaime Chadwick at 910-617-4791. jaimechadwick728@ yahoo.com to reserve your spot. Pre-registration required. Upcoming online tests date are 7/22. Or schedule your own date. Call for rates.

NOFO YOGA AND WINE NIGHT Thurs, 6:30pm: Join us on the north side for B.A.D. Yoga & Wine with Amy! Classes take place in the loft on the corner of 3rd St. and Brunswick, all levels welcome. Then, extend the zen at the Goat & Compass for yogi wine specials. Namaste! $5 suggested donation.

FENCING CLASSES Evening fencing class for teens and up. Learn fencing footwork, bladework, rules, refereeing, history, and end with an in-class tournament. All fencing equipment provided. Class meets every Tues/Thurs, 6:30pm. Cost is $35 per month plus a once a season $5 membership to USA Fencing $35 per month + $5 membership. St. Mary’s Tileston Gym, $40

NATURE PROGRAMS Pre-reg rqd for all. Beauftiful Butterflies, ages 2-5.

7/1, 10-11am. $3 Halyburton Park, 4099 17th St. 910-341-0075. halyburtonpark.com MARSHY CREEKS/EXPLORATION GAMES 7/10, 10am: Join federation biologist Ted Wilgis for a hands-on exploration of local marshes and tidal creeks. Learn how the amazing plants and animals of the salt marsh adapt to ever-changing tides and weather conditions. Come pull a seine net or toss a cast net and see who lives in our marsh creeks- prepare to be amazed! The tour ends with eco-games for the young and the young at heart. Free for members; $5 for nonmembers. 309 W. Salisbury St. SURVIVOR SUP 7/12, 6:30am: “Let’s take our workout to the island”. Wrightsville Stand Up Paddleboard Company and Shore Fitness will be combining their efforts to give you an opportunity to participate in a Paddleboard/Bootcamp experience you will never forget. Beginner’s are welcome! Each adventure will include board and paddle rentals, a brief beginner’s intro clinic, and a sandy workout that will challenge your inner ‘survivor’ Spaces are limited. Call today to reserve your spot! You will not want to miss out on this awesome opportunity! $45. Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd WATER AEROBICS Fitness classes at Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St. www.halyburtonpark.com. Next water aerobics session begins June 16th, held at city pools in morning and evening. Pre-reg for classes. 910343-3682.

BE A WORKING ACTOR 4 wks of classes w/coaching for developing actors w/Anthony Reynolds and his broad knowledge of what it takes to be a consistently working actor.

Anthony began 20 years ago as a preferred standin for Oscar winners/noms like Billy Bob Thorton and Edward Norton. He has moved up to become a working actor consistently winning many character & supporting roles. Anthony is also an award winning filmmaker with many projects under his belt. Learn basics of delivery, lingo and lighting, sharing the “business” of being an actor as well.

Starts the first of each month! Jump in anytime.

Tuesday evenings 6-9p; offered only on a monthly payment basis to encourage a committed and thorough acting education. $150/mo. Giant Cafe, 1200 N 23rd St Suite 209.

PARENT/TOT SWIM CLASS Thursdays, through August 7, 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by free swim until noon). Ages: 8 months - 36 months. $25 (7 week session) or $5/class. Help your child become comfortable in water; begin swim skills introduced through songs & games, led by American Red Cross certified insructor. Swim diapers required. Space is limited so register early. 910-343-3682. Robert Strange Pool, 410 S. 10th Street SUP YOGA CLASS Sat., 7am: What is SUP Yoga? Yoga on the paddleboard? YUP, you got it! Add a new element to your yoga practice: water. Challenge your balance on a moving board and meditate while you float. All levels are welcome, although a SUP basic lesson/ tour with us or prior SUP instruction and previous experience with yoga are highly recommended.

Classes are 1 hour long, with a 15 minute paddle out and back. $20-$25. Wrightsville Beach.

ART CLASSES Art Classes with Lois DeWitt, professional art instructor. Water color, basic drawing, drawing with colored pencils, finding your inner artist, and oil pastels. Small classes, individual guidance. 6905

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Southern Exposure. 910-547-8115.

Every Wednesday 6 - 8pm Come taste our wine of the week and listen to some old school vinyl! bring your own music and enjoy 15% off the wine of the week!

• Craft Beer • Specialty Mixers • Wine Education Classes • Bar and Giftware • Wedding and Event Planning • Free Local Delivery

ACTING 101 Background acting experts and extras casting pros as we’ll as guest appearances by Talent Agents make this workshop & seminar a fun filled event—last Sunday of each month, 2pm4pm; limited seating. Fun and informative way to get your acting career off to a great start!

This class will prepare you for being on set, what to expect, the ethics of BG acting as well as how to take it to the next level. Advance sale only! Online or at cafe register: Giant Cafe, 1200 N 23rd St Suite 209. $35 MUSEUM SCHOOL 6-Week Classes and one and two-day workshops. Register: www.cameronartmuseum. org/museumschool. Beginners always welcome. Keith Butler at 910.395.5999 ext. 1008.

clubs/notices/ tours GRIEF MEETINGS An open-ended discussion, meets from noon1:30pm, Tues, 7/1, and 8/5, at the Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. Designed to provide grief education and support that enables members to cope with and understand their grief. Discussions include the phases of grief and the grieving process, along with other areas of concern for participants. No registration is needed. 796-7991 or email Melinda.mckeon@ lcfh.org. www.lcfh.org.

SEA TURTLE DAY 7/23, all day: Sea Turtle Day at Gibby’s Dock and

Dine Restaurant, 315 Canal Dr. Carolina Beach.

Every fourth Wed. of the month, Gibby will donate

6/28-29: SCREEN GEMS TOURS Want to stroll through the studios where some of your fave shows like “One Tree Hill,” “Dawson’s Creek,” “Under the Dome,” and “Sleepy Hollow” were and continue to be filmed? Well, allow the Screen Gems Studios Tours to offer you two hours of sheer fun and entertainment every Saturday and Sunday, with tours departing at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Folks will see the rich history behind-the-scenes from a multitude of films and TV shows filmed on the 10-stage working lot. Cash only is accepted for the tours ($5-$12); check the hotline for updates at 910-343-3433. First come, first serve at each tour departure. a portion of the food sales to the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehab Center and Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project. Donation. Gibby’s Dock and Dine 315 Canal Dr. Carolina Beach OAKDALE CEMETERY TOURS Most tours are 10am-noon; free for members or $10 otherwise. Tours cancelled if inclement weather. 7/19: Historian Ed Gibson will speak about the history of Civil War veterans as well as a taste of Oakdale’s prominent citizens. • 8/16: Superintendent Eric Kozen will lead the tour and discuss everything from horticultural delights to the founding of the cemetery including the wonderful funerary art. www.oakdalecemetery.org or 910-762-5682 SUBURBS WALKING TOURS Every Sat., 10am. Discover ILM through neighborhood walking tours. Forest Hills was the first automobile-oriented suburb in Wilmington, while Streetcar Suburbs tell about the restoration and renewal of Carolina Place and Carolina Heights.

Tours: $10 (students, $5). 1.5 hrs; wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

FOCUS ON YOU SUPPORT GROUP Aims to provide an emotionally safe space where women with cancer and their families can connect with others in the same situation. Women of Hope uses education to empower women through early detection and continuing support throughout their treatment. Survivorship Support Group is for female cancer patient who is in any stage of treatment. Caregiver Support Group is for anyone affected by a loved one’s cancer diagnosis. Meets 2nd/4th Thurs, 6:30-8pm. Friendly Community Baptist Church, 1730 US Hwy. 117, Burgaw. Penelope at penelope@womenofhopenc.org.

TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP Transgender Support Group, 1st Thurs./mo., 7-8pm. For more information please contact Ther-

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GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS MEETING Gambler’s Anonymous Meeting of Wilmington.

Meets every Tuesday, 6:30-8pm. Ogden Baptist Church: 7121 Market St. 12-step meeting for people that have or think they may have a compulsive gambling problem. Contact: Casey 910-599-1407 SCREEN GEMS STUDIOS TOURS Guests will get an insider’s look at the largest studio complex east of California and experience the rich history of EUE/Screen Gems and the films and television shows produced at the facility over the last three decades. Attendees will walk the 10-stage working lot have access to sounds stages and go behind the scenes of the CBS series “Under the Dome.”

Guests will see a visual history of the NC film and television industry in the screening theater where many famous producers, directors and actors have reviewed footage of productions shot at the studio. Tours will be hosted on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 am, 12 noon and 2 pm weather permitting throughout the summer. Tours will continue throughout 2014 and beyond. Please check the tour hotline to confirm times throughout the fall and winter. 1223 23rd St. North $12 for adults; $10 for students and military personnel with an ID; $5 for children under 12. Admission is cash only at this time. (910) 3433433 or http://studios.euescreengems.com/nc/ tours.

WILMINGTON MS SELF HELP GROUP MEET Meets the 2nd Thurs. ea. month at 7pm in the New Hanover Rehabilitation Hospital, 1st floor conference room, behind the Betty Cameron Women’s Hospital on 17th Street. Open to all with Multiple Sclerosis, family and friends. Handicapped accessible parking and meeting room. Affiliated with the Greater Carolinas Chapter of the National MS Society. Burt Masters, (910) 383-1368.

WILMINGTON NEWCOMERS CLUB The Wilmington Newcomers Club meets monthly at 9:30am on the 2nd Thurs ea. month at Cape Fear Country Club. Sign up for our satellite groups, where members can follow their particular interest and make new friends along the way— bridge clubs, dinner groups, business networking groups, etc. 910-632-8315, www.wilmingtonncnewcomers.com.

CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB Club meets third Tues. each month, Sept thru June, 7pm at Cape Fear Community College, McCloud Bldg, room S002. www.capefearcameraclub.org

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The Knitting Guild of America (TKGA) meets the third Sat. ea. month, 10am-noon. Gerri: 3713556. Judy: 383-0374.

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

Free. Pine Valley United Methodist Church 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B. http://www.WilmingtonCHADD.org PSORIASIS SUPPORT GROUP Meets the 2nd Sat. of month at Port City Java in Harris Teeter on College and Wilshire, 5pm. Christopher: (910) 232-6744 or cvp@yahoo.com. Free; meet others with psoriasis and get educated on resources and program assistance.

CAPE FEAR WEDDING ASSOCIATION Meet and greets the third Wed. ea. month. $25, members free. capefearweddingassociation.com YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF NHC Meet the 1st and 3rd Tues. ea. month at the downtown public library, third floor, 6:30pm. Ages 1835.

COUPON CLUB Wilmington Coupon Club meets monthly, second Monday, at 6pm Come exchange coupons and learn how to save money. www.wilmingtoncouponclub.com PFLAG PFLAG Meeting is first Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.

HISTORICAL DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON Take a “Trip With Triplett” and learn the history of this wonderful city with a retired Cape Fear History teacher. Any time! 910-392-6753 or email rltriver@ yahoo.com. $3/children or $8/adults. www.tripwithtriplett.webs.com/ 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. 910-7947177, www.HollywoodNC.com.

HENRIETTA III CRUISES An elegant, 3 tiered boat offering sight-seeing, lunch and dinner cruises, site seeing tours and a Sunset Dinner Cruise June-Aug. On the riverfront. April-Oct: Narrated sightseeing cruises 2:30pm 1-1/2 hours Tuesday-Sunday, Narrated lunch cruises 12:00 noon 1-1/2 hours TuesdaySaturday. May-Oct: Murder Mystery Dinner Cruises, Tuesday & Thursday evening 2 hours 6:30 pm;

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ARIES (21 Mar. – 20 April): According to an astrologer named Astrolocherry (astrolocherry.tumblr.com), Aries is the sign of the freedom fighter, the explorer, the daredevil, and the adventurer. That’s all true; I agree with her. But here’s an important caveat: As you get older, it’s your duty to harness all that hot energy on behalf of the softer, slower, more tender parts of your life. The coming weeks will offer you a great opportunity to work on that challenge. To get started, imagine how you can be a freedom fighter, explorer, daredevil, and adventurer in service to your home, family and community.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): After a thorough, detailed, painstaking analysis of the astrological omens, I’m inclined to advise you to be neither thorough nor detailed nor painstaking in the coming days. Instead, I suspect you will thrive by being spontaneous and improvisatory. Wing it, baby! Throw away the script.

Trust your gut. Play it by ear. Make it up as you go along. If you find yourself frowning with indecision and beset by lazy procrastination, you will know you’re off course. If you are feeling blithe and agile as you get a lot done with creative efficiency, you will know you’re right in the groove.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The Japanese word “tsundoku” describes what happens if you buy a lot of books but never read them, leaving them piled up in a neglected heap. I recommend that you avoid indulging in “tsundoku” any time soon, Gemini. In fact, I urge you not to acquire any resources that you then proceed to ignore. You are in a phase of your astrological cycle when it’s crucial to make conscientious use of your tools and riches. To let them go to waste would be to dishonor them, and make it less likely that you will continue to receive their blessings in the future. Take full advantage of what’s yours.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): If you could harness the energy from a typical lightning bolt, you would be able to use it to toast 100,000 slices of bread. That’s an impossible scenario, of course, but I see it as an apt metaphor for the challenge you have ahead of you. I suspect you will soon get access to a massive influx of vital force that arrives in a relatively short time. Can you find a way to gather it in and store it up? Or will most of it, after the initial burst, leak away and be unavailable for long-term use? The secret to success will lie in whether you can figure out how to create the perfect “container.”

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “Forget the suffering / You caused others. / Forget the suffering / Others caused you.” Czeslaw Milosz wrote these words in his poem “Forget,” and now I’m passing them on to you. According to my reading of the astrological omens, now would be an excellent time for you to purge the old hurts you are still carrying, both those you dealt out and those you endured.

Opportunities like this don’t come along often, Leo. I invite you to repay emotional debts, declare amnesty, and engage in an orgy of forgiveness. Any other things you can think of that will help wipe the slate clean?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When a Navajo baby laughs for the first time, everyone in the community celebrates. It’s regarded as the moment when the child completes his or her transition from the spirit realm into the physical world.

The person who has provoked the baby’s laughter is charged with planning the First Laugh Ceremony, a party to commemorate the magical event. I foresee a comparable development in your life, Virgo. You won’t be laughing for the first time, of course, but I suspect your sense of humor will reach a new ripeness.

How? Maybe you will be able to find amusement in things you have always taken too seriously. Maybe you will suddenly have a deeper appreciation for life’s ongoing cosmic jokes. Or perhaps you will stumble upon reasons to laugh longer and harder and louder than you ever have before.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Would you like to be free from the experience of getting criticized? Do you think it might be nice if no one ever accused you of being wrong or off-track? If so, here’s how you should proceed, says American writer Elbert Hubbard: “Do nothing, say nothing, be nothing.” I’m afraid I can’t recommend that behavior for you, Libra. In the coming weeks, you have a sacred duty to your Future Self to risk being controversial. I urge you to take strong stands, speak raw truths, and show your real feelings. Yes, you may attract flack. You might disturb the peace, but that will be an acceptable price to pay for the rewards you receive. This is one time when being courageous is more important than seeking harmony.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Be respectful to your superiors, if you have any,” Mark Twain said. How do you respond to that impish nudge, Scorpio? Are there any geniuses and heroes out there whom you consider to be worthy of your respect? If not, I urge you to go out in search of some. At this phase of your evolution, you are in special need of people who inspire you with their greatness.

It’s crucial for you to learn from teachers and role models who are further along than you are in their mastery of the game of life. I also believe it would be healing for you to feel waves of admiration and reverence.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Everyone has something to hide,” Russian author Anton Chekhov declared. Is that true? Do even you blunt Sagittarians have something to hide? I’m going to say that for 90 percent of you, the answer is yes. There are secrets you don’t want anyone to find out: past events you are reluctant to disclose, or shady deeds you are getting away with now, or taboo thoughts you want to keep sealed away from public knowledge. I’m not here to scold you about them or to encourage you to spill them. On the contrary, I say it’s time to bring them fully into your conscious awareness, to honor their importance to your life story, and to acknowledge their power to captivate your imagination.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A German chemist named Felix Hoffman had a prominent role in synthesizing two very different drugs: aspirin and heroin. In analyzing your astrological omens for the coming months, I see you as having a similar potential. You could create good stuff that will have the power to help and heal; or you could generate borderline stuff that will lead to a lot of problems; or you could do both. How it all plays out really is up to your free will.

For best results, set your intention to go in the direction of things like aspirin and away from things like heroin.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): This is a good time to risk a small leap of faith, but not a sprawling vault over a yawning abyss. Feel free and easy about exploring the outer borders of familiar territory, but be cautious about the prospect of wandering into the deep, dark unknown. Be willing to entertain stimulating, new ideas but not cracked notions that have little evidence to back them.

Your task is to shake up the status quo just enough to invigorate everyone’s emotional intelligence, even as you take care not to unleash an upheaval that makes everyone crazy.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): British poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge (17721834) had an unusual fetish. He enjoyed eating apples, pears and other fruits while they were still hanging on the tree. Why? Maybe because the taste was as pure, brisk and naked as it could possibly be—an experience I imagine would be important to a romantic poet like him. In accordance with your astrological omens, I suggest you use Coleridge’s quest for ultimate freshness as a driving metaphor in the coming week. Go to the source to get what you need. Dispense with intermediaries. Be as raw as the law allows.

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culinary FARMERS’ MARKETS Fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheese, meats, seafood, honey and more! Poplar Grove, Apr-Nov, Wed, 8am-1pm. 910-6869518. pgp@poplargrove.com. www.poplargrove.

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Second: Chilled tomato soup, with heirloom tomatos, baby onions, grilled peppers, and smoked vinegar. Third: Stuffed quail, with wild mushrooms, Carolina golden rice, grilled vegetables, and a creamy mustard sauce.Fourth: Local fish, with smoked asparagus, roasted young potatoes, and a white wine sauce. Fifth: Bellamy coconut cake. Bellamy Mansion, beginning at 6:30pm. Gareth Evans: (910) 2513700. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market Street

Bellamy Mansion is hosting its first foodie fundraiser on July 26th at 6:30 p.m. with a five-course dinner at the museum. Limited seats are available, and folks will enjoy a cocktail and hors d’ouevre hour, along with a sit-down dinner prepared by Chef Matthew Gould of Brooklyn Arts District’s newest restaurant, Canapé. Inspired by the Civil War era, the modernized menu includes summer salad of fennel, carrots, and mustard greens, along with chilled tomato soup, stuffed quail, local fish, and coconut cake.

Contact Bellamy at 910-251-3700 for tickets now! beachfarmersmarket@gmail.com. • Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market, 21 Causeway Dr. Fresh NC-grown produce, seafood and other locally produced consumables. A variety of unique craft vendors have also been added to the market this year. Mon., 8am-1pm, first Mon. in May- Labor Day. • Town of Leland Farmers’ Market at Leland Town Hall, alternating Sundays, 11am-3pm, MayAug. This market is focused on local food and agricultural products. • Oak Island Farmers’ Market, Mon., April-Nov., 7am-1pm. Middletown Park, Oak Island • Southport Waterfront Market, Wednesdays, May-Sept., 8am-1pm. Garrison Lawn in Southport, NC. • St. James Plantation Farmers’ Market, Thurs., May-Oct., 4-7pm, at the Park at Woodlands Park Soccer Field.

FERMENTAL Weekly wine and beer tasting, Fridays. Fermental, 7250 Market St.910-821-0362. 7250 Market St., www.fermental.net.

PORT CITY SWAPPERS Port City Swappers is a monthly food and beverage swap where members of a community share homemade, homegrown, or foraged foods with each other. Swaps allow direct trades to take place between attendees, e.g., a loaf of bread for a jar of pickles or a half-dozen backyard eggs. No cash is exchanged, and no goods are sold. Diversify your pantry and go home happy and inspired while meeting your neighbors! facebook.com/ PortCitySwappers.

TASTING HISTORY TOURS Tasting History Tours of Pleasure Island; guided walking tours. From its beginnings as a tourist destination, the island has weathered destructive fires, tragic hurricanes, naval battles and more.

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