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The Cape Fear’s alternative voice for 35 years! • VOL. 36 / PUB. 44 • JUNE 5- 11, 2019 • FREE

Homage to Buddy Bolden

Locally filmed ‘Bolden!’ will screen Saturday as part of Cinematique

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Friday, May - 11 Saturday, June6 8, 10a.m. a.m. U.S. NAVY AT THE NORMANDY D-DAY INVASION For D-Day’s 75th anniversary, retired Navy Captain Wilbur Jones will discuss the U.S. Navy’s role (Operation Neptune) in the Normandy invasion. Lectures will be at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., with questions and exchanges throughout. Jones will also sign copies of his World War II books, including the award-winning “A Sentimental Journey” and “The Journey Continues,” both about wartime Wilmington, and more. This is a free event at the Battleship North Carolina at 1 Battleship Rd. NE.

BOLDEN! The film ‘Bolden!’ doesn’t shy away from the telling the story of jazz founder Buddy Bolden, surrounded by Jim Crow era violence and other harsh and heartbreaking realities of men and women of color. The locally filmed movie will screen June 8 at Thalian Hall. Read the review on page 27. Photo courtesy of King Bolden.

BEST OF 2019>>

encore continues to celebrate and highlight winners from this year’s readers’ choice poll, as well as spotlight the good times, beer, art and entertainment shared at the inaugural Bestival at Waterline Brewing on May 11! Photo by Tom Dorgan

Editor-in-Chief:

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Shea Carver // shea@encorepub.com

Assistant Editor:

Shannon Rae Gentry // music@encorepub.com

Team Player is among myriad local bands Modern Legend’s Catherine Hawksworth says Wilmington should give a listen to these days, as she continues growing her role in Wilmington’s thriving music scene. Courtesy photo.

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Susie Riddle // ads@encorepub.com

Chief Contributors: Gwenyfar Rohler, Anghus,

Tom Tomorrow, Chuck Shepherd, Mark Basquill, Rosa Bianca, Rob Brezsny, Joan C. Wilkerson, John Wolfe, Fanny Slater

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DINING>> Rosa Bianca goes a little crazy for Kale Me Crazy’s fresh offerings—incudling refreshing smoothies and delightful in-store pressed juices, salads and wraps, packed tight with proteins and fresh veggies. Photo by Tom Dorgan

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INSIDE THIS WEEK: Best Of, pgs. 4-11 • Live Local, pgs. 12-13 • News of the Weird, pg. 14 Music, pgs. 16-21 • Gallery Guide, pg. 25 • Theatre, pgs. 26-28 • Film, pgs. 31-33 Dining, pgs. 34-41 • Horoscopes, pg. 53 • Calendar, pgs. 44-54 • Crossword, pg. 55

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encore Readers’ Choice Awards

WINNERS & RUNNER-UPS MEDIA, ARTS & ENTERTINMENT BEST ACTRESS

KENDRA GOEHRING-GARRETT Holli Saperstein Susan Auten

BEST ACTOR

PATRICK BASQUILL JEFF PHILLIPS David Bollinger

BEST ARCADE / GAME ROOM

BLUE POST

Jungle Rapids Orton’s Billiards and Pool

BEST ARTIST — MALE

BRADLEY CARTER Nathan Verwey Allan Nance

BEST ARTIST — FEMALE

ADDIE JO BANNERMAN Carleigh Sion Candy Pegram

BEST ART GALLERY

BOTTEGA ART AND WINE Art in Bloom Eclipse Artisan Boutique

BEST BAND

L SHAPE LOT

Striking Copper Signal Fire

BEST BOWLING ALLEY

CARDINAL LANES Ten Pin Alley Beach Bowl

BEST COMEDY TROUPE

PINEAPPLE-SHAPED LAMPS Nutt House Improv Troupe

BEST CULTURAL PROGRAMMING

WILSON CENTER

WHQR UNCW Office of the Arts

BEST DANCE CLUB

IBIZA

Goodfellas Pravda

BEST DANCE SCHOOL

TECHNIQUES IN MOTION

Studio 1 Dance Conservatory Danzquest

BEST DJ

ACTIVE DJ ENTERTAINMENT (JAY TATUM)

DJ Battle The Beehive Blondes

BEST EVENT PLANNER

KNOT TOO SHABBY EVENTS Kickstand Events Shauna Loves Planning

BEST GAY CLUB

IBIZA

Tails Piano Bar Bottega Art and Wine

BEST INDOOR SPORTS/REC FACILITY

DEFY GRAVITY

YMCA Flip N Fly Off the Wall Sports LLC

BEST KARAOKE BAR

REEL CAFE

% OF BEST SMALL MUSIC VENUE (<600) VOTES BROOKLYN ARTS CENTER 36% 34% 30% 34% 34% 32% 45% 44% 11% 42% 29% 29% 40% 34% 26% 41% 38% 21% 43% 30% 27% 40% 38% 22% 54% 46%

Reggies 42nd St. Tavern Bourgie Nights

49% 28% 23%

BEST LARGE MUSIC VENUE (>600)

GREENFIELD LAKE AMPHITHEATRE 68% Wilson Center Pier 33

BEST FILMMAKER

HONEY HEAD FILMS Shannon Silva Billy Lewis

24% 8% 51% 29% 20%

BEST LOCAL INDIE FILM

CLASS DISMISSED (DEVIN DIMATTIA, TONY CHOUFANI) 44% Fragment (Joseph Day) Deserted (Chirstopher Short)

33% 23%

BEST MORNING RADIO SHOW

PENGUIN 98.3 THE MORNING CHILL 37% Z107.5 Foz in the Morning 102.7 Bob and Sheri in the Morning

34% 29%

BEST MOVIE THEATER

48% 46% Stone Theaters at The Pointe 14 AMC CLASSIC Wilmington 16 Cinemas 6% BEST MUSICIAN — FEMALE 44% REBEKAH TODD 33% Bibis Ellison 23% Jenny Pearson

REGAL CINEMAS MAYFAIRE

BEST MUSICIAN — MALE

TRAVIS SHALLOW Randy McQuay David Dixon Jason Jackson

BEST MUSEUM

CAMERON ART MUSUEM

Cape Fear Museum Children’s Museum of Wilmington

BEST PHOTOGRAPHER

SUSIE LINQUIST PHOTOGRAPHY Matthew Ray Photography Chris Brehmer Photography

BEST RADIO PERSONALITY

FOZ (Z107.5)

Eric Miller (Penguin 98.3) Beau Gunn (Penguin 98.3)

BEST RADIO STATION

98.3 THE PENGUIN Z107.5 91.3 WHQR

BEST RECORD STORE

GRAVITY RECORDS

Yellow Dog Discs Angie’s Hair and Records

BEST TATTOO PARLOR

ARTFUEL INC.

Hardwire Glenn’s Tattoos

BEST THEATRE COMPANY

THALIAN ASSOCIATION

Opera House Theatre Company Panache Theatrical Productions

BEST KIDS THEATRE CO.

THALIAN ASSOCIATION CHILDREN’S THEATRE (TACT) TheatreNOW Snow Productions

32% 31% 20% 17%

BEST THEATRE VENUE

44% 33% 23%

BEST TOUR OF ILM

THALIAN HALL Wilson Center TheatreNOW

45% 33% 22% 49% 35% 16% 35% 34% 31% 48% 34% 18% 56% 33% 11% 35% 28% 27% 10% 49%

Bourbon St. 28% Jerry Allen’s Sports Bar & Grill at Katy’S 23%

Fun Home (Panache)

14%

BEST PRODUCTION — STRAIGHT PLAY

TWELFTH NIGHT (ALCHEMICAL THEATRE CO.) 35% In Sanity (Chase Harrison) The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (Panache)

BEST NEWSCAST

WECT

WWAY Spectrum News

BEST NEWSCASTER

FRANCES WELLER (WECT) Randy Aldridge (WWAY) Jon Evans (WECT)

BEST OPEN MIC

DEAD CROW COMEDY CLUB Goat and Compass Bottega Art and Wine

BEST OUTDOOR SPORTS/REC FACILITY

CAPT’N BILLS BACKYARD GRILL Dig and Dive Ogden Skatepark

PLACE TO BUY MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

FINKELSTEIN’S Music Loft Guitar Pickers

33% 32% 67% 29% 4% 40% 30% 30% 53% 33% 14% 50% 29% 21% 56% 30% 14%

BEST POOL HALL

BLUE POST BILLIARDS

Orton’s Billiards and Pool Room Breaktime Billiards

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42% 31% 27%

44% 29% 27% 48% 32% 20% 59% 31% 10%

BEST WRITER

GWENYFAR ROHLER Wiley Cash John Wolfe

BEST WRITE-IN CATEGORY MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL — DYNAMIC MARTIAL ARTS

Waxing Salon — Carter Kayte Marketing Firm — KC Creative

56% 33% 11%

54% 33% 13% 39% 34% 27% 41% 33% 26%

Leon McKay — Leon McKay Healing Arts 34% Gretchen Rivas — Infinity Acupuncture 30%

BEST ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

THE HEMP FARMACY

Leon McKay Healing Arts Inifinity Acupuncture

BEST ANTIQUE SHOP

THE IVY COTTAGE

Flea Body’s Cape Fear Antique Center

BEST BOOKSTORE

OLD BOOKS ON FRONT ST. Two Sisters Bookery Pomegranate Books

BEST CAR WASH

CRUISERS CAR WASH & DETAIL CENTER

Splash-n-Dash Car Wash Mr. Sudsy Car Wash & Detail

50% 28% 22% 53% 32% 15% 68% 19% 12%

48% 29% 23% 57% 22% 21% 54% 25% 21% 49% 32% 19%

BACK IN MOTION CHIROPRACTIC 46% Sito Chiropractic Graybar Chiropractic & Rehab

FAIRY CIRCLE

Plato’s Closet Clothes Mentor

THE IVY COTTAGE Home Again Uptown Market

BEST CONTRACTOR

PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION OF THE CAROLINA COAST LS Smith Jim Jacquot Construction

BEST DENTIST

BOZART FAMILY DENISTRY

Salling and Tate General Dentistry Edgerton and Glenn

28% 26% 45% 28% 27%

DR. PAMELA TAYLOR (WILMINGTON HEALTH)

Dr. Gregory Woodfill (Wilmington Health) Dr. Craig Scibal (Swell Vision Center)

BEST ESTHETICIAN

AMY WILLIAMS (GLO MED SPA) Jenny Walker (Head to Toe) Marcella Hardy (Tanglez)

BEST FARMERS MARKET

RIVERFRONT FARMERS MARKET

Poplar Grove Farmers Market Wrightsville Beach Farmers Market

46% 28% 26% 54% 17% 19% 45% 33% 22% 35% 34% 31% 54% 27% 19%

BEST FURNITURE COMPANY

CUSTOM HOME FURNITURE GALLERIES 45%

BEST FIRST-DATE SPOT

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH Indochine Little Dipper

BEST FLORIST

JULIA’S FLORIST

Fiore Fine Flowers Sweet Nectar’s Florist

BEST GARDEN STORE

TRANSPLANTED GARDEN The Plant Place Farmers Supply Co.

BEST GIFT SHOP

BLUE MOON GIFT SHOPS Dragonflies Modern Legend

BEST GOLF COURSE

BEAU RIVAGE GOLF & RESORT

Wilmington Municipal Golf Course Magnolia Greens Golf Course

BEST GOURMET STORE

PINE VALLEY MARKET

Temptatons Gourmet Cafe Italian Gourmet Market

34% 21% 39% 31% 30% 68% 19% 13% 38% 36% 26% 61% 26% 13%

35% 34% 31% 59% 29% 20%

BEST GROCERY STORE

HARRIS TEETER Trader Joe’s Publix

44% 34% 22%

BEST GYM

02 FITNESS

Planet Fitness Anytime Fitness

BEST HAIR SALON

ROCKIN’ ROLLER SALON Bangz Tanglez

BEST HAIR STYLIST

BLYTHE LUNDY (ROCKIN’ ROLLER SALON)

45% 39% 16% 42% 30% 28% 63%

Kelly Woodell (Wisp Salon) 20% Amber Picciola (Hairlinz Design Group) 17%

BEST HEALTH FOOD STORE 53% 30% 17%

BEST DOCTOR

Ashley Furniture HomeStore Rooms to Go Furniture Store

TRICIA MILLLER — ORIENTAL THERAPIES 36%

Priscilla McCall’s Sweet Vibrations

JS & J Auto Honda Acura Services MobileTech

BEST CONSIGNMENT — HOME GOODS/DECOR

33% 20%

BEST ACUPUNCTURIST

ADAM AND EVE

BLACK’S TIRE AND AUTO

47%

GOODS AND SERVICES

BEST ADULT STORE

BEST AUTO MECHANIC

BEST CONSIGNMENT — CLOTHES

Jax 5th Ave Banks Channel

WhastOnWilmington.com WilmingtonToday.com

Belle Meade Apartment Homes Hawthorne Commons

64% 26% 10%

51% 28% 21%

PORTCITYDAILY.COM

SOUTH FRONT APARTMENTS

BEST CHIROPRACTOR

39% 34% 27%

BEST WEBSITE

BEST APARTMENT COMPLEX

45% 36% 19%

Ghost Tour of ILM Haunted Pub Crawl

WILMINGTON WATER TOURS

BEST PRODUCTION — MUSICAL BEST TRIVIA NIGHT MAMMA MIA! (OPERA HOUSE THEATRE CO.) 64% 50% HELL’S KITCHEN Cannibal! The Musical (Pineapple-Shaped Lamps)22% 32% 18%

41% 39% 20%

TIDAL CREEK CO-OP

Lovey’s Natural Foods and Cafe Whole Foods

BEST HOTEL

EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON WILMINGTON RIVERFRONT

Blockade Runner Beach Resort Hotel Ballast

BEST JEWELER

PERRY’S EMPORIUM REEDS Jewelers Cape Fear Jewelers

BEST KIDS’ CLOTHING STORE

ONCE UPON A CHILD

Peanut Butter & Jelly Baby Store Memories of a Child

40% 31% 29% 43% 35% 22% 51% 31% 18% 44% 30% 26%

BEST KIDS’ CAMP

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH SURF CAMP 57% No Sleeves Magic Camp Power Camp

BEST KIDS’ AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM

POWER OF PLAY

Mustard Seed Youth Center Cape Fear Isshin — Ryu Karate and After-school

BEST LAW FIRM

DAVID AND ASSOCIATES Cape Fear Family Law Overholt Law Firm

BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST

MARY BETH REDMAN (WILLOW RETREAT SPA)

Cameron Martin (Shine On Massage Therapy) Stephanie Arnold (Relax!)

BEST MEN’S CLOTHING

BLOKE.

Men’s Warehouse Gentlemen’s Corner

BEST MOVING COMPANY

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK

Few Moves Moving Company Miracle Movers

25% 18% 45% 34% 21% 41% 38% 21% 42% 38% 20% 43% 35% 22% 58% 22% 20%

BEST MORTGAGE COMPANY

ALPHA MORTGAGE Guaranteed Rate Movement Mortgage

51% 25% 24%

BEST NAIL SALON

LUXE NAILS Posh Nails Wisp Salon

BEST NEW CAR DEALERSHIP

HENDRICK TOYOTA

Jeff Gordon Chevrolet Parkway Volvo

BEST NEW COMPANY

GROOMING BY JESS H2 Turbo Car Wash Sport City

BEST NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT

RIVERLIGHTS

River Bluffs Anchors Bend

49% 37% 14% 43% 33% 24% 46% 36% 18% 54% 24% 22%

BEST PERSONAL TRAINER

LAMAINE WILLIAMS (TRAIN WITH LAMAINE) 43% Amy McCauley (A Body Empowered) Josh Venegas (Wilmington Weightlifting Club)

BEST PILATES STUDIO

CLUB PILATES

A Body Empowered InJoy Movement

BEST PET BOARDING

PET PARADISE

College Road Animal Hospital Atlantic Animal Hospital and Pet Care Resort

37% 20% 45% 33% 22% 45% 34% 22%

BEST PET GROOMING

BEST WOMEN’S CLOTHING

ISLAND PASSAGE Edge of Urge Hallelu

BEST YOGA STUDIO

WILMINGTON YOGA Rebel Yoga Terra Sol Sanctuary

BEST PET SUPPLY STORE

AUNT KERRY’S PET STOP

Unleashed, the Dog and Cat Store PetSmart

BEST PRINT SHOP

DOCK ST. PRINTING Copycat Print Shop PrintWorks

35% 33% 32% 48% 27% 15%

BEST REAL ESTATE COMPANY

54% Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage 30% 16% Regina Drury Real Estate Group BEST ROOFING COMPANY ATLANTIC ROOFING COMPANY 34% 33% Flores and Foley 23% D&A Roofing

INTRACOASTAL REALTY

BEST SHOE STORE

SOUL SHOETIQUE

Cape Fear Footwear Monkee’s of Wilmington

BEST SHOPPING PLAZA

MAYFAIRE TOWN CENTER Lumina Station Hanover Center

45% 30% 25% 78% 12% 10%

BEST SPA

HEAD TO TOE DAY SPA & SALON 46%

36% Ki Spa Relax! Massage Therapy and Skin Care 19% BEST SURF SHOP SWEETWATER SURF SHOP 43% Surf City Surf Shop 29% Hot Wax Surf Shop 28% BEST TANNING SALON 47% SUN TAN CITY 34% Tanglez Salon 19% Saule Tanning BEST TECH COMPANY COMPUTER WARRIORS 33% nCino 31% tekMountain 20% BEST USED CAR DEALERSHIP AUTO WHOLESALE 47% Jeff Gordon Chevrolet 35% Seasell Auto 18% BEST VETERINARIAN PAWS & CLAWS ANIMAL HOSPITAL 28% 26% College Road Animal Hospital 25% A Country Veterinary Clinic 21% Wilmington Animal Healthcare BEST WEDDING VENUE

AIRLIE GARDENS

Brooklyn Arts Center Wrightsville Manor

46% 29% 25%

40% 31% 29%

BEST APPETIZERS

FRONT ST. BREWERY Circa 1922 Dram + Morsel

BEST ATMOSPHERE

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT Smoke on the Water Dram + Morsel

BEST BAGEL

BEACH BAGELS

Empire Deli & Bagel Round Bagels and Donuts

BEST BAKERY

APPLE ANNIE’S BAKE SHOP Sweet n Savory Cafe One Belle Bakery

43% 33% 24% 53% 35% 12% 60% 28% 12% 48% 30% 22%

JACKSON’S BIG OAK BARBECUE 40%

Blue Post Cape Fear Wine and Beer

37% 23% 62% 20% 18%

BEST BARTENDER

TRISTA NICOSIA (GOAT AND COMPASS) 35% Brandy Tomcany (Slainte) Dianna Semansky (Axes and Allies)

BEST BEER LIST

CAPE FEAR WINE AND BEER Pour Taproom Hey Beer!

BEST LOCAL BEER

33% 32% 40% 38% 22%

TROPICAL LIGHTNING (WILMINGTON

54%

Kolsch (Waterline Brewing Co.) Maker of Wings (Flying Machine Brewing Co.)

32% 14%

BREWING COMPANY)

BEST BISCUIT

DIXIE GRILL

43% Rise Southern Biscuits and Righteous Chicken 31% Rolled & Baked 26% BEST BOTTLE SHOP 44% FERMENTAL BEER & WINE 31% Hey! Beer Bottle Shop 25% Palate Bottle Shop and Reserve BEST BREAKFAST

DIXIE GRILL

Cast Iron Kitchen Jimbo’s Breakfast & Lunch

38% 36% 26%

BEST BREWERY

WILMINGTON BREWING COMPANY 37% 33% Waterline Brewing Company 30% Wrightsville Beach Brewery

BEST BRUNCH

THE BASICS

Boca Bay Restaurant Hops Supply Company

BEST BUFFET

CASEY’S BUFFET & BARBECUE Boca Bay Restaurant Golden Corral Buffet and Grill

BEST BURGER

PT’S OLDE FASHIONED GRILLE Winnie’s Tavern Fork ‘N’ Cork

BEST BURRITO

FLAMING AMY’S BURRITO BARN K-38 Baja Grill El Cerro Grande

BEST CATERING SERVICE

MIDDLE OF THE ISLAND Pine Valley Market Thyme Savor Milner’s Cafe & Catering

BEST CHAIN RESTAURANT

PANERA BREAD Bonefish Grill Olive Garden

J. MICHAEL’S PHILLY DELI Port City Cheesesteak Green Line Pizza and Steaks

36% 33% 31% 52% 39% 9%

KEITH RHODES (CATCH MODERN SEAFOOD) 42% 34% Sam Cahoon (Savorez) Dean Neff (formerly of Pinpoint)

Szechuan 132 Uncle Lim’s Kitchen

BEST COFFEE SHOP

BITTY AND BEAU’S COFFEE Port City Java Bespoke Coffee & Dry Goods

BEST DELI

A TASTE OF ITALY

S&L Deli NY Style Deli Detour Deli

BEST DESSERTS

APPLE ANNIE’S BAKE SHOP Sweet n Savory Cafe Circa 1922

BEST DINER

24%

BEST LUNCH

COPPER PENNY

Crust Kitchen and Cocktails Tropical Smoothie

BEST MEDITERRANEAN

PEÑO MEDITERRANEAN GRILL The Greeks Olympia Restaurant

53% 29% 18%

BEST MIXOLOGIST

50% 31% 19%

BEST NEW BAR

55% 26% 19%

BEST NEW BREWERY

47% 36% 18%

LUKE CARNEVALE (MANNA) Abbie Ovbey (Rumcow) Joel Finsel (Astral Cocktails)

Edward Teach Brewery Mad Mole Brewing

BEST NEW RESTAURANT

BENNY’S BIG TIME PIZZERIA Crust Kitchen and Cocktails Rumcow

BEST OUTSIDE DINING

48% 28% 24%

BEST OYSTERS

56% 31% 13%

BEST PIZZA

58% 28% 14%

BEST RESTAURANT OVERALL

40% 33% 27%

BEST RIBS

Barbary Coast Lula’s Pub

BEST DONUT

BRITTS DONUT SHOP Wake N Bake Donuts Duck Donuts

BEST FAST FOOD

CHICK-FIL-A Co0k Out Taco Bell

BEST FINE DINING

CAPRICE BISTRO manna PinPoint

BEST FOOD TRUCK

CATCH THE FOOD TRUCK

WilmyWoodie Wood Fired Pizza CheeseSmith Food Truck

BEST FRENCH

CAPRICE BISTRO

Brasserie du Soleil Our Crepes and More

BEST FRIED CHICKEN

BILL’S FRONT PORCH

Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q Casey’s Buffet and Barbecue

BEST FRIES

PT’S OLDE FASHIONED GRILLE Five Guys Grill CheeseSmith Food Truck

BEST HOT DOG

TROLLY STOP

Paul’s Place Charlie Graingers

BEST ICE CREAM

BOOMBALATTI’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM Kilwins Cold Stone Creamery

BEST INDIAN

TANDOORI BITES Nawab

41% 33% 26% 56% 29% 15%

BEST JAPANESE

45% 30% 14% 11%

BEST LATE-NIGHT EATS

OSTERIA CICCHETTI A Taste of Italy Roko Italian Cuisine

HIRO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

41% 32% 27% 39% 33% 28% 37% 34% 29%

Front Street Brewery Jimbo’s Breakfast & Lunch

BEST LATIN AMERICAN/MEXICAN

K-38 BAJA GRILL

El Cerro Grande Taqueria Los Portales

Bluewater Waterfront Grill Dockside Restaurant and Bar

DOCK ST. OYSTER BAR

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar Wrightsville Beach Brewery

Pizzetta’s Pizzeria Your Pie

INDOCHINE

Copper Penny PinPoint

MISSION BBQ

Bone & Bean BBQ Moe’s Original Bar B Que

BEST SALADS

CHOPT CREATIVE SALAD Brasserie du Soleil Rucker John’s

BEST SANDWICH /SUB SHOP

SOUTH COLLEGE ROAD DELI Crust Kitchen and Cocktails Detour Deli

BEST SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD Catch Modern Seafood Fish Bites

52% 30% 18%

BEST SERVER

74% 26% 41% 38% 21% 43%

53% 27% 20% 46% 30% 24%

34% 28% 48% 32% 20% 36% 33% 31% 40% 39% 21% 44% 35% 21%

SLICE OF LIFE

66% 24% 10%

29% Genki Sushi Okami Japanese Hibachi Steak House & Sushi 28%

SLICE OF LIFE

INDOCHINE

BEST SEAFOOD MARKET

50% 37% 13%

47% 34% 19%

FLYING MACHINE BREWING CO. 47%

BEST DIVE BAR

DUCK & DIVE

40% 34% 26%

35% 28%

Axes and Allies Tails Piano Bar

48% 38% 14%

Jimbo’s Breakfast & Lunch College Diner

72% 18% 10%

FLYING MACHINE BREWING CO. 37%

DIXIE GRILL

BEST ITALIAN

42% 34% 24%

62% 24% 14%

BEST CHEF

DOUBLE HAPPINESS

BEST BARBECUE

Mission BBQ Moe’s Original Bar B Que

BEST CHEESESTEAK

BEST CHINESE RESTAURANT

FOOD AND DRINK

VON BARKEE’S DOG SPA & BAKERY 46% BEST BAR OVERALL Grooming By Jess 35% SATELLITE BAR AND LOUNGE Hillary Spaziano (College Road and CB Animal Hospital) 19%

41% 33% 26%

MOTT’S CHANNEL SEAFOOD Cape Fear Coast Seafood Co. Seaview Crab Co.

BRANDON ANGELILLI (COPPER PENNY)

Hunter Tiblier (Ceviches) Letitia Bass (Crust)

BEST SOUL FOOD

CASEY’S BUFFET AND BARBECUE Cast Iron Kitchen Jackson’s Big Oak Barbecue

46% 38% 16% 40% 34% 26% 43% 29% 28% 53% 24% 23% 55% 23% 22% 38% 33% 29% 48% 31% 21% 40% 39% 21%

BEST SOUP

SWEET N SAVORY CAFE Pine Valley Market Michael’s Seafood

BEST SPORTS BAR

HELL’S KITCHEN

Carolina Ale House Buffalo Wild Wings

BEST STEAK

PORT CITY CHOP HOUSE

Ruth’s Chris Steak House True Blue Butcher and Table

39% 36% 25% 39% 36% 25% 43% 30% 27%

BEST SUSHI

YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE 36% Nikki’s Gourmet & Sushi Bar Bento Box

BEST TACOS

K-38 BAJA GRILL

Islands Fresh Mex Grill Beer Barrio

BEST THAI

INDOCHINE

Southern Thai Big Thai

BEST VEGAN

SEALEVEL CITY GOURMET

Epic Food Co. Lovey’s Natural Foods & Cafe

BEST VEGETARIAN

EPIC FOOD CO.

Lovey’s Natural Foods & Cafe Sealevel City Gourmet

BEST WAITSTAFF

COPPER PENNY

PT’s Olde Fashioned Grille The Basics

BEST WINE LIST

THE FORTUNATE GLASS Fermental The Second Glass

BEST WINGS

COPPER PENNY

Buffalo Wild Wings Wild Wing Cafe

33% 31% 47% 27% 26% 71% 16% 13% 38% 33% 29% 36% 34% 30% 43% 38% 20% 43% 33% 24% 48% 26% 25%

ORGANIZATIONS & COMMUNITY BEST ACTIVIST GROUP

CAPE FEAR RIVER WATCH

Seeds of Healing Women Organizing for Wilmington

BEST ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP

CAPE FEAR RIVER WATCH Surfrider Foundation NC Coastal Federation

BEST FESTIVAL

AZALEA FESTIVAL

Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival Riverfest

BEST HUMANITARIAN

JOCK BRANDIS

Le Shonda Wallace Sheila Lewis

BEST NONPROFIT

NOURISH NC

DREAMS of Wilmington Pleasure Island Turtle Project

53% 33% 14% 36% 33% 31% 54% 26% 20% 51% 26% 33% 40% 39% 21%

BEST TEACHERS

BRENT HOLLAND (LANEY HIGH SCHOOL) 38% Kelly Parker (Murrayville Elementary) 32% Mandy Humphrey (Roland Grise Middle School) 30%

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SNAPSHOTS FROM BESTIVAL 2019

encore’s inaugural event celebrated dance, comedy, music, arts, beer, 200 Best Of winners and community

Waterline Brewing Company was packed on May 11 for Bestival 2019, celebrating encore’s Best Of and the community at large! Left to right, clockwise from the top: Samantha Mifsud performs a number from “Mamma Mia!” which won Best Theatre Production (Musical) for 2019— see writeup on page 11; The Beehive Blondes have their pic made as runners up for Best DJ 2019; hosts Pineapple-Shaped Lamps brought lots of laughter to the 2019 Bestival; Techmoja teaching artist Kevin Lee-y Green poses with students of DREAMS, which was the nonprofit beneficiary for 2019 Best Of; folks meandered the arts vendor walk at Bestival 2019; Bills Front Porch won Best Fried Chicken 2019 and served up delectables from their food truck at Bestival; Brent Holland won Best Teacher for his work with Laney High School students. Photos from Chris Brehmer Photography, Michelle Seidman and Tom Dorgan

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WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS ing and he was a good sport about it. Then he sank putt after putt, wiping the floor with our previous champions before heading downtown to play his show. So, yup, there it is: Phillip Phillips, Putt-Putt King of Commonwealth Drive.”

Journalism can be a tough and thankless job—most especially these days as accredited publications and journalists combat bad actors and spreaders of false information. Along with the long hours and unpredictable nature of the job, it’s no wonder Port City Daily’s Ben Schachtman has a terrible putt-putt game. As it stands, out of everyone at the Local Voice family (including The Dude and The Penguin radio stations), Schachtman rarely makes it past the first round of most office tournaments. “The office champion is actually ‘American Idol’ winner Phillip Phillips,” PCD’s managing editor offers. “He came by to do an in-studio appearance at The Penguin before a Greenfield Lake show while a putt-putt tournament was about to start. We tried to cajole him into play-

Managing editor is a relatively new position for Schachtman since last year’s readers’ choice win for Best Website, of which they took home again in 2019. Mini-golf aside, PCD’s new team keeps their giant editorial whiteboard full of compelling story ideas, reported on by Schachtman, Johanna Ferebee, Mark Darrough and assistant editor Michael Praats. “I’m technically the ‘great overseer’ [of the website]—can I get that on my business card?—in the sense that I most often push the little blue ‘publish’ button,” Schachtman quips. “But I get a lot of help from my assistant editor, and beyond that we routinely have newsroom conversations about what to run when, as well as things like how to approach, report and lay out stories. It’s a lot of teamwork.” However, the most notable change for PCD this past year was their move to a subscription model. While readers can click on four articles a month for free, for $8.95 PCD subscribers get unlimited article access. It was a move from which a

BEST WEBSITE PORTCITYDAILY.COM lesson was learned: “People have serious feelings about their local news (and whether they think they should have to pay for it),” Schachtman says. “We certainly got our fair share of strongly worded letters. But we’ve also had a lot of support from people who are willing to invest in local journalism.”

The drama teacher at Laney was once a student there, too. Wilmington is where he fell in love with theatre and teaching; and it’s where he garnered 38% of votes for Best Teacher in 2019.

Brent Holland (BH): There have been so many I have loved. This year we did the “Never Before Seen Pilot Episode of Dipsy the DInosaur” and it was one of the funniest things I have ever had the chance to see … such a talented group

e: What’s an impactful moment or memorable anecdote from your tenure? BH: After the final show of the year each year, my honors class sit together and the seniors get to speak. It’s always a cry fest and so wonderfully touching. Unlike other teachers who have students a semester and they leave, some of these kids have been with me all four years and for as many as 12 to 14 classes. I really get to know the

“Whether it’s following up on the WPD officer who lied to try and intimidate a driver out of filming a traffic stop, or the $60-million battle over H2GO, or the relationship between developers and the city,” Schachtman lists, “it’s the kind of things people should know about (at least in my opinion). . . . Though, this year I don’t think anything hit me harder personally than the stories coming out of Hurricane Florence.”

e: Who was your favorite teacher when you were in primary school and why? BH: I wanted to be a teacher, especially a theatre teacher, because of Wes Knape. He was my drama teacher at Laney, and he called me to see if I would take over his job when he retired in 2011. I was teaching physical education at the time (I know— odd combo) and thought there was no way I could do this. It is the absolute best professional decision I have ever made. Also, I would have to say Mrs. Ruby Sutton, who recently retired from Laney as well. I did my student teaching with her back in 2002, and the things I learned from her then are still shaping me as a teacher. e: Why did you want to become a teacher? BH: Oddly enough, when I was 18 years old I decided I wanted to be the theatre teacher at Laney High School. I went around my elbow to get to my butt in that process, but here I am now. I love sharing

and learning from others. I run a karate school here in town (Cape Fear IsshinRyu), teach Sunday school and coach multiple sports. I love it all, though— teaching theatre has been the absolute best. e: What’s next for you at Laney? Next productions, etc? BH: We actually rehearse over the summer! My honors class does anyways. So we start working on our 2019 competition plays.: “The Hearing” and “In the Game.” I wrote them both for this group, but both have now been published by Eldridge Plays and Musicals. Seriously looking forward to getting started on these pieces!

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encore (e): Tell us about the productions you’ve put on as of late at Laney—which have been favorites?

of kids. “937” last year; a wonderfully touching piece about WWII and the holocaust. “An Experiment” [was] a play I wrote in a panic after Hurricane Florence cancelled three weeks of school—that was used to replace a much bigger ensemble competition piece. That show was picked up by Eldridge Plays and Musicals, but if those kids hadn’t done the work on it that they did, it never would have been anything. “The Seventh Officer,” “The White Rose,” “A Game,” “Cave Dream,” “The Confederation of Radically Altered People” … there are just so many over the years.

about new businesses opening and even where to find food trucks every week.

While content is a driving force for online engagement, according to Schachtman Port City Daily’s approach is key to clicks. He and his team live in ILM and are impacted by the same issues as their readers. Therefore, they are invested in finding Schachtman says he and his staff, for answers to questions readers would ask if the most part, stayed in ILM to weather they could. the storm. They lived through what they “And we try to be responsive,” Schacht- reported on—everything from looting man continues. “You can call us, email us, and homes destroyed and lives lost, tweet at us—yes, even troll us on Face- to how they saw the best of humanity: book—and we almost always answer. A lot fast-acting first responders, utility repair of good stories come out of that relation- crews, neighbors helping neighbors. “Toship; I hope people never stop reaching out tal strangers who kept us safe, got the lights (and the AC!) back on, fed us, and to us.” helped each other out,” he notes. “Those Port City Daily covers everything from stories will stay with me for a long time.” local news in health and environment to —Shannon Gentry government accountability. They write

BEST TEACHER kids and grow to love them. That last night is always a learning experience, though, BRENT HOLLAND and special.

“There are so many really great teachers out there that seldom get recognized and I can name two dozen that make me look pretty meager,” Laney High School’s Brent Holland says in response to his win on encore’s readers’ choice poll. “I appreciate my kids for putting me up for this. I was pretty blown away to find out I was a finalist, [and] winning was really humbling.”

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WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS collects another Best Humanitarian award in 2019.

Jock Brandis is synonymous with The Full Belly Project. He founded the nonprofit in 2002 with the mission to combat hunger and poverty with innovation; inventing and supplying devices that help communities abroad get more from their lands and make their daily lives healthier and safer. Brandis helped bring to life products like a universal nut sheller, solar water pump, rocker water pump, handwashing station and more. His effort rarely go unnoticed by encore readers, as he

Alchemical Theatre Company’s creative director Christopher Marino has been knocking it out of the park in local theatre since they started a short three years ago. encore readers continue to fill seats for Alchemical shows and 2018’s “Twelfth Night” culled 35% of votes for Best Production— Straight Play. We spoke with Marino about this year’s win and what’s to come in 2019. encore (e): What’s the secret to putting on an award-winning play? Did ya make a deal with the theatre devil or something? Christopher Marino (CM): If there is a secret ingredient, I think it is a combination of creating three-dimensional and supremely human characters in classical work and working with the imagination. Asking yourself, ‘What does the text want?’—or in some cases, ‘What does the space want?’ Not all plays work in all spaces, so one has to consider the environment for the play to work. Personnel is also a secret ingredient, finding people committed to the work, [who] are generous actors. Theatre is alchemy— hence the name of the company. It needs all the right combinations of elements to work, so when it does, it looks like magic— or the work of the devil. e: You’re known for offering up classic Shakespeare with a modern twist, but how easy or hard was that with “Twelfth Night”? CM: It does appear we are modernizing

“First of all, this award belongs to the volunteers and staff who make me look good,” Brandis notes. “I just stand up in front of the microphone and people think it’s all me. I think Wilmington likes Full Belly because they can imagine how individual small farmers get a better return from a day’s labor and a plot of land because of what we do. They understand the idea of giving someone a tool instead of a meal. And they like setting up little local tool-making shops to keep it all in the community.” This summer, however, Brandis says he’s transitioning from his “hands-on, inthe-middle-of-the-project” role into more of an adviser and project mentor. Full Belly is transitioning into its own focus. “People who know how Full Belly works wonder how we are going to pull that off,” Brandis admits. “After all, I’m the simple, mechanical tech guy, or as the folks at MIT once called me, ‘the Henry Ford of the Stone Age—it’s hard to find someone who things when we do Shakespeare, but actually we are creating productions much closer to what Shakespeare originally did. Shakespeare wrote modern plays; it just so happens his modern was the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Very much like great works of television or film, they are set in another time but are about what is happening in the now (“Game of Thrones” comes to mind, even though the time of that show is fictional). So, in updating settings, we are really being quite reverent of the text in our work. In “Twelfth Night” the key is to find a parallel world where the relationships are plausible, but not to be mired in the world where it could violate the text of the play. “Twelfth Night” very loosely was set in a sort of Weimar Republic. It gave it a feeling of coherence so the audience was not wrestling with understanding the world of the play and the text at the same time. We needed a world where it was still plausible to have knights and titled positions of status. This is not to say we will never set a play in a contemporary world to Shakespeare, but to do it well takes a very large budget. If done poorly you run the risk of alienating the audience by giving them a vague sword and tights pseudo-Shakespearean world. If it resembles the boring high-school testfocused Shakespeare we had to endure, the audience will stop listening. If they stop listening, then there is no play and they are in for a long evening. e: Why do you think “Twelfth Night” hit

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BEST HUMANITARIAN JOCK BRANDIS thinks pre-industrial revolution. So the volunteers have moved Full Belly into a more digital world.” Brandis points out that the farm co-ops in Africa that Full Belly works with have access to things like smartphones, which allow them to work with modern food safety and tracking systems. Think UPS package barcodes and using smartphone scanners. “We’re getting more money for farmers by setting them up for higher farm gate prices that come from higher, exportable food quality,” Brandis explains. “That ‘higher-tech Full Belly’ can find my replacement more easily than the old ‘concrete machine Full Belly.’” Locally, as part of his personal mission, Brandis is working with hemp farmers as the tides shift for a new cash crop. More North Carolina farmers, particularly in

Rutherford County, are growing hemp for CBD oil. “But the real future is fiber,” Brandis says. “So we want to get the technology sorted out so that when they want to use the stalks they now leave in the field, we’ll be ready for them.” Nevertheless, combating hunger in communities remains a top priority for Brandis. Farming and finding ways to support sustainable farming will always call for his expertise. “My dream project would be solar water for farmers that have to endure the dry season,” he says. “Hunger has much more to do with water than with food. Poor rainfall creates hunger and poverty. We’ve done it on the small scale and it’s easy to scale up. Do you hear me, MacKenzie Bezos?” Jock Brandis received 51% of votes for Best Humanitarian. —Shannon Gentry

BEST PRODUCTION (STRAIGHT PLAY) ALCHEMICAL THEATRE’S “TWELFTH NIGHT” so well with Wilmington audiences? CM: It is very much a perfect comedy and a celebration of all facets of human nature. It has everything—pain, sorrow and humor. The laughs are real, and there is a deep need and longing, too. It is a beautiful play if you let the text do the work and get out of its way. We have all known people like these characters, and in that sense, the play is about us. e: You worked with Adrian Varnam again for this production. What about your professional relationship keeps you collaborating, and is there another in the works? CM: Adrian and I work very well together, we understand how to collaborate, and now have a shorthand in our approach. We also trust we are both aspiring to make something magical and bigger than us. We enjoy trying to give goosebump moments in the plays; I think that is what can happen when the mix is right. I think the ending of “Twelfth Night,” which was a song from the whole ensemble, was magical and we want more of that in the theatre. On July 20 (tickets are now available), Esther Williamson (Viola from “Twelfth Night”) and I will be performing a two-person take on Macbeth as part of the Lumina Festival [happening July 12-28]. Adrian will be playing live to support the piece. We are also re-

tooling the “Faustus” piece for a professional production, and Adrian will be composing the music for “The Comedy of Errors” when I direct at UNCW in the spring. e: What can Wilmington theatre expect from you and Alchemical for the rest of 2019 and beyond? CM: This summer we are putting our focus into our “Make Trouble” summer Shakespeare training program. The program will culminate in productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “Timon of Athens” for Lumina Festival. We are also taking time to see what Wilmington will support and not rushing into things. We know we need a space and the support of people who share our vision of creating a professional destination theatre here in Wilmington. We will continue our outreach work with teacher training, and we hope to be in the schools very soon. We want to be an asset to the community in ways that are over and above just the production of theatre. We are here for the long haul, and it will take both time and care in choosing our work so we become a cherished part of Wilmington. Whatever we settle on, be ready for more innovation, creativity and celebration. We are just getting started.

—Shannon Gentry

Waterline Brewing Company was packed on May 11 for Bestival 2019, celebrating encore’s Best Of and the community at large! Left to right, clockwise from the top: The staff from Bloke. accepts their award for Best Men’s Clothing;. crowds look on as the first band of the day, New Atmosphere, took to the stage at 11am; it’s all smiles from Bestival attendee Bellana Duquesne, who will be in Mouths of Babes’ production, ‘Out, NC,’ opening this week (see page 26); Pineapple-Shaped Lamps founder Wes Brown runs the sound board at Bestival; Maaike Brandis accepts the award for Best Beer List and runners up for Best Bar Overall; Port City Dispensary talks all things CBD at the Bestival art vendor walk. Photos from Chris Brehmer Photography, Michelle Seidman and Tom Dorgan

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WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS more sense. I’ve written pages and pages. I’ve painted. I’ll make sure and know what happened right before I enter the stage— what my character wants in each scene from each character. e: What have been some of your most memorable roles and why?

For Patrick Basquill, becoming an actor started when he was a wee-bit in elementary school. He played “some Napolean knockoff,” and after stuffing his shirt with a pillow to many laughs, he realized acting was a way to get people to talk to him. Fast forward to his early adulthood, and he’s having no shortage of friends or roles, for that matter. He’s done over 100 shows and 20 to 30 short films. Basquill tied with Jeff Phillips (34%) for encore’s Best Actor award in 2019. We interviewed him about his career thus far. encore (e): How have you studied acting outside of hands-on work? PB: I’m annoying. The preparation is now my favorite part. I love the study of a character—essentially I use the Iceberg Theory when approaching a character. I build this big unique backstory, the events that lead up to the story we are telling onstage. Those useless morsels of information inform (for me) the choices a character makes, and in doing that when playing the character the choices make Since opening shop 21 years ago, Cruisers Car Wash and Detail Center has expanded beyond their flagship store on College Road. They now have two full-service locations and two express locations throughout southeastern NC. And they’ve won Best Car Wash in ILM for 18 years running from their detailing, shampooing and odor removal, headlight restoration, and now dent removal services. Cruisers president Clayton Gsell explains: “Paintless dent removal, or PDR, is a process that enables us to remove dents from the ‘inside out’ of a vehicle’s body. Instead of spending thousands of dollars at a body shop, we can remove

PB: My most memorable roles would probably be Matt in “Dog Sees God,” ‘cause that was the first time I felt like I actually got to act, much to my fists chagrin (broke my hand “acting”). Also Jonathon Crane in “Gallery” —I was able to play the silence in that role more then anything to date. Finally, I think my most recent role as Alferd Packer in “Cannibal! The Musical” because I literally got to stay on stage for the whole show, and sing all the different styles of songs. e: You also have done comedy—what do you love about it and how does it fuel your creativity? PB: I studied comedy in Chicago at the Second City and everyday I study people. Comedy is all about the release of tension, uncomfortability (apparently, not a word), or shock. I love comedy because you’re allowed to be honest. You’re encouraged to be honest. The best comedy comes from heightened realism—bare honesty. I like comedy because it allows, forces you to examine what you find uncomfortable and ask why? From there you find the truth and once you’ve find the truth, you do like “CSI” and enhance it until you’ve got ... comedy. Also, people seem to let me do comedy more then anything else, so I like it that way, too. e: Most challenging show to date? Most fulfilling? PB: The most challenging show I’ve done dents for as little as $100.” Gsell added to his business model two years ago when he took over Coastal Glass Tinting. The company has been well-known in ILM’s automotive industry for 38 years. It has allowed Cruisers’ customers time- and money-saving options. “We now offer special-package pricing between Cruisers and Coastal Tint,” Gsell says. “We also have complete detailing services at Coastal Tint . . . It’s a great time-saver for our customers.” And they want every person, local and tourist alike, to leave happy and know they can depend on Cruisers and Coastal Tint, whether it’s after a day trip to the beach, or

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BEST ACTOR PATRICK BASQUILL so far is “Red” —a two-man show built around Mark Rothko and his “assistant.” It was challenging because there’s no break, and I had to show change for each time jump. So the challenge was balancing what I had for Ken in the final scene, and letting Ken in the first scene lead me to that. Sometimes, I’d have a better first and fourth scene Ken, and the second, third and fifth Ken I wouldn’t be able to find their groove. That being said, it was my most fulfilling role because it was so challenging. Alternate answer: The sketch show I produced/wrote/directed/scored/performed, “Beasts, with Two Backs,” was probably the most challenging theatre experience I’ve ever had. It was all on us but that again made it the most fulfilling. I had amazing collaborators (Fake Brothers Productions, Billy Heathen, Daredevil Improv) and we got it up there and it was all the way good. e: What role is on your bucket list? PB: Hedwig in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” Amazing songs, all me, it’s a fascinating high-energy role. Iago in “Othello”—I mean, Iago is an Aplus role. It should be on everyone’s bucket list. Katurian in “The Pillowman”—I love Martin McDonagh’s writing and this is a story I love. I love plays where you just sit in one place and are just the character.

e: What do you love about community theatre? PB: That it’s a community! Everyone gets the opportunity to pursue and play this fun thing. e: Have you taken your acting to bigger platforms? Do you have a desire to go bigger? PB: I’ve auditioned for many things. I’ve acted in short films. I guess that’s technically a bigger platform. Of course I have the desire to go bigger, but I’m not a good enough singer (or I haven’t put the time into being a good singer) to be a Broadway star or even a backup singer. I’m a pretty bad dancer. I also don’t wanna play Annoying Dude #3 on “Vampire Diaries: The Vampirening.” I’ve put much of my energy into writing, directing and being funny. I am going bigger. e: Short-term and long-term goals? PB: Direct “Urinetown” nice and good, get married, and continue to do improv Wednesday night with Daredevil Improv. Long term: Write and direct a feature film. I’m about two years away from that, probably. That’s about as long term as I’ll look ‘cause after that the goal is to write and direct another feature film. —Shea Carver

BEST CAR WASH CRUISERS CAR WASH & DETAIL CENTER during pollen season or even after occasional snow falls in winter. The Cruisers staff understands a car is among a person’s most important investment. Thus, every vehicle is treated with utmost care. “Wilmington is a friendly town and we create an atmosphere where customers can relax while we pamper their vehicle,” Gsell says. “We have a great relationship with our customers and for that reason we want to exceed their expectations every day. It’s an environment of mutual respect and we work diligently to earn and keep it.” Gsell always services equipment to make sure it’s operating at its best. He’s also conscientious of the environment and has added biodegradable soaps and

conditioners to Cruisers locations. Plus, they recycle 80 percent of water used to avoid waste. Cruisers also stays entrenched in the community by focusing on philanthropic give-back when they can. Gsell works with local charities like Lower Cape Fear Hospice, the Cape Fear Council of the Boy Scouts, The American Heart Association, She Rocks and others. As a constant gratitude of support, they offer free washes to veterans every November 11, Veterans’ Day. Cruisers took 49% of the votes on the 2019 encore’s readers’ choice poll.

—Shea Carver

WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS WINNER WRITEUPS Musicals are the most popular form of theatre on Wilmington’s local scene. With easily more than a couple dozen being staged annually, the competition to choose the best is hefty. For 2019 the win was clear-cut: Opera House Theatre Company’s Greek-inspired, ABBAinfused “Mamma Mia!” “It is very rewarding to see a production we loved and really worked hard on be nominated and win for Best Musical,” director Ray Kennedy tells encore. Kennedy calls it especially rewarding for the actors, creative team and crew who worked so diligently to entertain theatre patrons of Wilmington. Kennedy has been working with OHTC for the better part of two decades, helping the company ensure entertainment doesn’t lack in the least. In fact, they’re opening “42nd Street” this week (see preview on page 28). Then Kennedy will take the company into its next show with “Five Guys Named Moe.” “I have some many of my friends from the production 10 years ago back in town, including Colby Lewis who you know from ‘Hamilton’ in Chicago and as

a recurring role on the TV series ‘Chicago Med.’ It is going to be a great show and we have a really great band as well.” The band is what drove “Mamma Mia!” into sheer popularity. The music of ABBA provides the score, which was composed by band members Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus in 1999 before its famed musical film hit the screen in 2008. “For the vocals, dancing and orchestra to come together was thrilling,” Kennedy tells. “We had an excellent orchestra, great singers and our two sound designers did a really amazing job!” Artistic director Justin Smith tripled the sound budget, even. Smith knew the audience absolutely had to hear clear and balanced vocals through the show. “There is a lot of off-stage singing so we created a stage-right sound booth backstage and also had four great pit singers who you never saw,” Kennedy says, “plus a larger orchestra than usual by Lorene Walsh at the helm.” The show opened the new year and actually was set-designed with a little help from that horrendous storm that hit Wilm-

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ington in fall 2018. Hurricane Florence brought with it details needed to bring to life a Greek vista on Thalian’s main stage. “Vines and tree branches came from Tina Leak and Justin driving around Wilmington in his truck, picking up branches from the debris of Flo,” Kennedy says, “and then Tina hot glued them to the villa, added silk flowers so we could have actually have bougainvillea vines—that’s a lot or work and attention to detail!” While professionalism often exceeds expectations from OHTC shows, the cast always is the make or break detail of importance. Kennedy says they all poured their souls into song, dance and acting. And the pace at which they had to keep up wasn’t without its own set of challenges. “The very fast set move and costume changes from the last scene (the wedding) into the big ABBA music finale impressed,” Kennedy tells. “It happened

in less than a minute and without the synchronization between the crew backstage, Alice Sherwood the stage manager and our wonderful dressers offstage, it just would not have happened. But it did—every night! I held my breath at that moment every show!” The memorable characters—played by community theatre stalwarts like LaRaisha Dionne, Kendra GoehringGarrett, Samantha Rae Mifsud, Eric Johann, Jamey Stone and Ashley Strand— and complex harmonies oftentimes can be intimidating to pull off successfully in “Mamma Mia!” But they did it, which is why the Best Musical 2019 award is something Kennedy holds dear. “Mamma Mia!” won Best Musical by 64% of the votes on the readers’ poll.

—Shea Carver

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STAGE MOTHER: Alisa Harris will close her dinner theater, TheatreNOW, in August after “Clue, the Musical” ends its run. Her theatre has hosted more than three dozen shows within the community over seven years. Harris will continue to act and spend time with her young son. Photo by Mark Steelman

lisa Harris, owner of Wilmington’s premier dinner-theater venue, TheatreNOW, announced on Wednesday, May 29, she would shutter the doors after “Clue, the Musical” closes on August 24. The news shocked many. Alisa and her mother, MC Erny, have been pillars of Wilmington’s theatre and arts community for almost three decades. When walking into the lobby of Big Dawg’s Cape Fear Playhouse, MC’s pic-

ture shines bright. The Green Room backstage at Thalian Hall is dedicated in her honor. And of course, WHQR’s art gallery is named in MC’s honor. Both MC and Alisa have appeared on stage in town for years, and Alisa was one of the early founders and board members of Dram Tree Shakespeare, which was fitting. Prior to moving here, she was involved with North Carolina’s longest running Shakespeare company, Mont-

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ford Park Players. The connection with Cape Fear Shakespeare, which oversees Shakespeare on the Green productions at Greenfield Lake (see page 27), was an obvious transition for mother and daughter. At TheatreNOW Alisa continued to introduce Shakespeare to audiences through staged readings during Sunday brunches once a month. The last two will be on July 21 with a reading of “Midsummer Night’s Dream” and August 18, featuring “Romeo

& Juliet.” She also hosted locally written dinnertheatre shows based around his work: “Bard’s Broads” and the sequel, “Bard is a Broad,” by Anthony Lawson, and “Shakespeare, Inc.” by Don Fried. In 2012 Alisa opened TheatreNOW on the corner of Dock and 10th streets at the site of a defunct restaurant. She had been working with dinner theatre in the area for

a few years and commented to me at the time, after some trial and error and a lot of observation and thought, she figured out a model that would provide performers a paycheck—something sorely lacking in our area. And she followed through on her plan. Over the years TheatreNOW has produced 39 original productions in addition to Super Saturday Fun Time, the ongoing originally scripted kids show that artistic director Zach Hanner developed for TheatreNOW. “Zach was hired as artistic director in 2013 but he wrote Super Saturday Fun Time, which opened the first weekend [in 2012],” Alisa confirmed. The space is beautiful with a projection screen, luxurious purple velvet drapes, a trap door down to “hell” (the area below the stage), a lighting package, a beautiful bar, and a full commercial kitchen. There is a lot of vision and attention to detail that went into developing the space. In seven years it produced a lot of joy, laughter, and a few moments of sublime beauty. In other words, it was a home filled with messy, wonderful, joyful art. It has been a wild ride. In the midst of it all, Alisa was kind enough to answer encore’s questions about her time with TheatreNOW and what her plans for the future look like.

encore (e): This seems sudden. Is it sudden? What led to your decision? Alisa Harris (AH): To everyone else it must seem sudden, but to anyone close to me, they would know I have just been overwhelmed and with little relief for some time. It’s really not any one thing but an accumulation of a lot of different things. Personally, it’s taken a toll on me and after about a $20,000 loss because of Florence, there’s been a financial loss as well. I had been thinking of closing at the end of this season and to let everyone at TheatreNOW know about now any way, with the hope everyone would stay to finish the season. Recent events made me go ahead and close after “Clue” rather than find a new show to replace “Jitney” in September—which we had to cancel because of a competing production. There seemed to be certain symmetry to closing right around our seventh birthday and with a fun, interactive murder mystery. e: Why did you select “Clue” as the last show? AH: Well, I picked “Clue” to be part of the season last summer. I directed it many years ago for Big Dawg and know it is a fun, family-friendly show that would carry us through the summer. It just wound up being our final show. We opened TheatreNOW with interactive dinner shows so it makes sense we close with one.

e: You said the building will be available for lease. As an event space? Will you staff it? Will you sell the building? AH: I will lease the building to a business or not-for-profit group that will manage the entire space. I will just retain ownership of the building and maintain the property. e: What would you like to see happen to TheatreNOW and the building? What would make you happiest? AH: Ideally, I’d love to see the space maintained as a performing arts center. e: What is your favorite memory from TheatreNOW? AH: I think my favorite memory was a few years ago. I was on the stage rehearsing a staged reading of “Macbeth” for Dram Tree Shakespeare. The kids from an afterschool class were just leaving the space. I could hear some singers rehearsing upstairs for “Blue Velvet, the Musical Concert” and another group heading into our lounge space for a read-through for the next dinner show. The place was packed and I provided that space for everyone. I also just heard from my agent I’d booked a role in the last episode of “Secrets & Lies” filmed here. Made me happy. e: What are you going to do now?

adult theatre show for the first time since 2011—”Shakespeare in Love,” my first Opera House show since 2002 (“Whorehouse” as Doatsy Mae). Work on my historic downtown house, which needs some work after the Florence. I’ll still be involved in theatre, for sure. e: What can we do for you? AH: It’d be great if encore could give TheatreNOW a cover before we close. We’ve never had one. e: Any advice to other entrepreneurs in the arts? AH: If you aren’t business-minded, make sure you can afford someone who is to do all the things that will suck up all your time and energy, so you can’t enjoy the thing you were passionate about in the first place (or do the things you are actually good at). On another but similar note: I’d really, really like to see some groups in town put some shows on around the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment for next year. I’ve found a couple of shows and think the story of Charley Parkhurst would make an incredible show (“The Whip” is the novel I’ve read about her/him). Just putting it out there into the universe.

AH: Breathe. Be present with my kid. Take care of my health. Perform in an

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think I’m going to leave?” And that’s when Jennifer G. Hernandez, 58, is nothing they’d had enough. Hernandez was arrestif not persistent. On April 22, Hernandez ed and charged with trespassing. [Military walked through the vehicle gate at CIA Times, 5/8/2019] headquarters in Langley, Virginia, where she was stopped by a police officer. She THE CONTINUING CRISIS An employee of Candyland Park in Longexplained that she had an interview in the complex, but the officer discovered she had wood, Florida, was surprised on the eveno official business there and told her to ning of May 12 when he spotted a man leave. On May 1, Military Times reported, shooting hoops without a stitch of clothing Hernandez returned, this time in a Lyft ve- on. Police responded to the 911 call and hicle, again asking to see her recruiter. She found Jordon Anderson, 29, who said he was issued a written warning and directed was working on his game and “feels playing to leave. On May 2, she was back (in an naked enhances his skill level,” according Uber this time), telling officers she returned to The Smoking Gun. Officers asked Anbecause the recruiter’s “phone was off.” derson to put his clothes back on, which he On that day, officers inadvertently kept her did, but he was still charged with indecent North Carolina ID card, so on May 3, she exposure. [The Smoking Gun, 5/13/2019] came back to pick it up, and also asked if she could speak to “Agent Penis.” Promis- UNCONVENTIONAL WEAPONS ing to leave by bus, Hernandez ultimately We don’t know what brought 29-yearrefused, telling an officer, “Do you really old Coffii Castellion of Largo, Florida, to

IF AT FIRST YOU DON’T SUCCEED ...

the Mease Dunedin Hospital emergency room on May 13, but we know where she went afterward: the Pinellas County jail. According to The Smoking Gun, Castellion first caused a stir when she nicked seven bathing cloths and 10 pairs of hospital slippers, valued at a combined $10.79, earning her a felony charge because of her two previous theft convictions. But her most grievous crime that evening was “taking a (used) feminine pad from underneath her pants” and throwing it at a health care provider, striking her in the stomach. For that, Castellion was charged with battery and held on $7,000 bond. [The Smoking Gun, 5/15/2019] Shonta Bolds, 36, was arrested on May 11 and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after she threw a coconut at a man who was sitting on the porch of the VIP Gentleman’s Club in Key West, Florida. The man had started filming Bolds, which upset her, leading her to yell at him and call him names. Fox News reported that Bolds admitted to throwing the coconut but noted “it did not hit him.” Police explained to Bolds that since she was outside of the club, she could have no expectation of privacy. [Fox News, 5/15/2019]

A BIRTHDAY GIRL SCORNED

Georgia Michelle Zowacki of West Newton Borough, Pennsylvania, celebrated her 55th birthday on May 15 by drinking vodka all day, according to her boyfriend, David Rae. They also went out to dinner to mark the occasion, but after they returned home, Zowacki became angry that there were no gifts or cards or a cake. “Next thing you know, I’m getting stabbed,” Rae told KDKA. He told Westmoreland County Police Zowacki came at him with a box cutter: “She went to my neck, she says, ‘I’m going to kill you.’” She ended up cutting his arm. Then she “destroyed” his bedroom, throwing his TV to the floor and breaking his bed. She was charged with aggravated assault and spent the rest of her birthday in jail. [KDKA, 5/16/2019]

FINE POINTS OF THE LAW

In December, three dancers at the Foxy Lady strip club in Providence, Rhode Island, were arrested after allegedly offering sex in exchange for money. On May 15, the last of those dancers to appear in court, Lindsay Hoffmann, 30, was cleared on those charges. It all came down to one word: “anything.” Officer Sean Lafferty, an undercover investigator at the club that night, testified that Hoffmann approached him and told him that for $300, he could get anything he wanted in a downstairs VIP room, reported the Providence Journal. Lafferty believed her offer was of a sexual nature, but Judge Melissa DuBose said “anything” could have meant, well, anything. “You could ask 50 people... and it would be a range from really freaky stuff to stuff that would be completely benign,” she said. Lafferty admitted that Hoffmann did not explicitly offer sex, even during a $160 nude lap dance. Hoffmann declined to com14 encore | june 5 - june 11, 2019 | www.encorepub.com

ment. [Providence Journal, 5/15/2019]

PRECOCIOUS

A preschool student at St. Cyprian Children’s Center in Philadelphia arrived at school on May 14 with a little something extra in his pocket: a baggie containing 22 purple plastic bags of crack cocaine. Fox29 News reported that a teacher’s aide noticed the bulge in the 5-year-old’s pocket and asked him to take the item out. He told her the person who had handed him the bag had asked him to hide it. Philadelphia police are investigating. [Fox29, 5/15/2019]

UNCLEAR ON THE CONCEPT

Jesse Barner-Walton, 39, of Webster, Massachusetts, got a free ride from police after refusing to leave the Cadillac Ranch bar in Southington, Connecticut, on May 5. But as he sat in the back seat, he repeatedly called 911, according to WTIC. Finally the officers pulled over to make him stop, but he became uncooperative when officers tried to put handcuffs on. BarnerWalton was charged with misuse of the 911 system and interfering with an officer. [WTIC, 5/14/2019] Leonard Olsen, 70, was arrested in Lakeland, Florida, on May 10 for reckless driving after an off-duty sheriff’s deputy filmed him sitting on his sunroof while his Cadillac motored down the road at about 40 mph. When Florida Highway Patrol troopers asked him about riding on his sunroof, Olsen said he “didn’t know about that” but later admitted that the car was on cruise control. “The car drives itself and has a gigantic computer in it,” he said, according to WTSP. “I thought it would be a nice way to praise God for a minute ... and that’s what I did.” After his arrest, Olsen told officers he would rather be taken to jail than back to his wife, who “treats (him) like a servant.” [WTSP, 5/11/2019]

WHAT’S IN A NAME?

Dog owners in China are advised to take great care when naming their pets, as was demonstrated by the case of a man from Anhui Province. The man, a dog breeder named Ban, was summoned by police on May 13 after posting on social media that he had two new dogs named Chengguan and Xieguan -- titles given to law enforcement personnel dealing with petty crimes and traffic issues, the BBC reports. He was sentenced to 10 days in a detention center in Xiangyang. One police officer said Ban had “caused great harm to the nation and the city’s urban management, in terms of their feelings.” For his part, Ban said he “didn’t know this was illegal.” [BBC, 5/14/2019]

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Taking the pulse of ILM’s music scene with Modern Legend’s Catherine Hawksworth BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

e constantly talk to musicians who tour through the port city, as well as those who have made ILM home. Yet, musicians and songwriters aren’t the only ones invested in a thriving live music community here (high fives to Hourglass Studio, 98.3 The Penguin, Reggie’s, WHQR, Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, Bourgie Nights, Bottega, The Whiskey, Palm Room, et al)—places that nourish music with live shows or airing it to the masses. Front Street’s Modern Legend founder, Catherine Hawksworth, is looking to be a part of what she sees as a musical resurgence. When Hawksworth opened her record/clothing/housewares/beauty/lifestyle store nearly three years ago, her plan always included its fold into the music scene. “[I started] with selling records, then changing locations, and eventually getting to where we are now [130 N. Front St. #102], which is having both in-store shows once a month and working with venues consistently to promote and sponsor events where we put bills together for bands.” Modern Legend’s boutique shows are once a month. Hawksworth has brought in the likes of Wax Imperials and Team Player, as well as helped book a regional tour for Raleigh’s Arson Daily last year. Last week she coordinated a Glam Rock Party at Satellite with the Beehive Blondes, and brought Jared Sales and Coastal Collective back together to play Bourgie Nights on June 1, along with sax player Tristan Burns’ side project Afterlyfe. The next event Hawksworth is gearing up for is Emo Night with The Pour House on Tuesday, June 11. “We basically are giving everyone in their mid-to-late 20s a chance to relive their early/mid 2000s emo era that we definitely all went through,” she says. “We are doing a pop-up shop, people are dressing up, and there will be a hell of a playlist going, as well as drink specials. . . . After that, we are doing an in-store show on June 14 with The Male Men, Team Player and Seeking Madras—which I imagine may just be our biggest in store show yet.” encore sat down with Hawksworth to get her take on live music in ILM and which bands to keep an ear out for in 2019. encore (e): Tell me about your drive to be a part of Wilmington’s live music

scene, and your official/unofficial role in it right now... Catherine Hawksworth (CH): My role, I suppose, is pretty complex. I own the shop itself and work in here often, but I work with Sean Thomas Gerard (Onward, Soldiers) at Bourgie Nights a lot to get shows going. He’s like my other half in the music world here; he runs sound and booking, and is probably my biggest supporter and believer in terms of what I’m trying to do. Booking and promoting music is starting to become more of my role than anything. I also work with Satellite sometimes, recently started to work with Palate, occasionally with Reggie’s. I’m trying to collaborate with as many people as possible, but Bourgie is for sure my homebase. e: What’s your ultimate vision for Modern Legend—particularly when it comes to live music and the record store aspect? CH: It’s definitely on its path to being what I want—more of a brand/lifestyle than anything. I never liked the idea of a business having to be one thing, which makes sense with my patterns over the years. I would like to keep expanding on the music and make a booking/promoting agency under the same name someday, maybe even a venue in the very far future (a girl can dream, right?!), and definitely a second location somewhere outside of Wilmington. e: You mention a “music resurgence” in Wilmington. Could you elaborate on where you think the music scene here has been, where it is now and where it could/should go? CH: Right now seems to be a very inspiring time for Wilmington; it’s refreshing and exciting to be a part of it. There’s a lot of young blood, and those people are hungry and willing to work to get to where they want to be. I think there was a big decline when the Soapbox closed—an undeniable fact— and then Bourgie Nights opened and kind of saved the day in some ways. I know they’re a much smaller venue but they do cater to both bigger acts and local ones, which we need. I think they play a lead role in the resurgence. I definitely think what we are doing both in store and out of it plays a big role as well. Then there’s the musicians themselves, without whom none of this would even be possible. There are some that are really, truly impressing me right now. e: Who? What do you love about their

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THE MALE MEN: Heavy rock never sounded so good as with local rock outfit The Male Men, who will play Modern Legend on June 14 for a free show. Courtesy photo

sound and live performances? CH: Firstly, I want to mention Team Player. They are a group of three guys in their 20s, playing the sounds of old Death-Cab-forCutie-meets-Nirvana, but with the melodic side of The Beatles. So they’re musically strong [and] lyrically deep, but the music itself is going to consistently make you dance, show up to shows, and have one of their catchy choruses stuck in your head. They’re one of the only bands in town checking off all of the boxes, in my opinion. They also just got asked to open for The Love Language’s anniversary tour, which is a pretty big deal! Along with them, a girl who goes by stage name “Rosemary” is totally killing it. It’s just her and a drummer—and she’s on the electric guitar. It’s like super fun indie rock. She’s got one song that makes me think of the band Best Coast, which just makes me want to always exist in summertime Wilmington. She’s super new and is filling out rooms, which is awesome.

only band to cater to the ‘60s-rock vibes ... the list goes on! e: What was the last show you went to in town? CH: I go to like two shows a week; I won’t lie. It’s how I discover new bands and also it’s my therapy in a way. I think the last local one was Kevin Earl, Rosemary, and The Frondeurs at Gravity Records. They are also a really big part of making this music stuff happen. Matt Keen over at Gravity is a good friend of mine, and we’re looking to collaborate a lot more over the coming year!

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als—heavier, very Queens of the Stone Age. They have an EP out called “Bad Deals” that is so well done. They are bringing more life to the heavier rock scene . . . and are on a bill with He Is Legend for their album release show—a great gig.

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Music Bingo w/DJ Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free) —Local’s Tavern, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Music Bingo (7:30pm; Free) —The Harp, 143 S. 3rd St.

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Benny Hill’s Sunday Jazz Jam, 7-10pm

Wine Down & Karaoke (8pm; Free) —Ibiza Nightclub, 118 Market St.

The Jared Show (8pm; Free; Alt Hip-hop, Acoustic)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St., Unit 7

Josh Solomon (8pm; Free)

—Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.

Extreme Music Bingo w/Party Gras (10pm; Free) —Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

Rock and Rage Wed (10pm; Free)

—Katy’s Grill and Bar, 1054 S. College Rd.

Wet Wednesdays: Dubstep (10:30pm; Free) —The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.

Singer/Songwriter Showcase (5pm; $5) —The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Open Mic w/ Bob Sarnataro (5:30pm; Free)

—Tidal Creek Co-Op, 5329 Oleander Dr.,#100

Founding Fathers and Big Gorgeous (8pm; $5) —The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

Live On The Loop! Summer Music (6pm; Free) —The Sailfish, 2570 Scotts Hill Loop Rd.

Austin Huffstetler (6pm; Free; Singer-songwriter)

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

L Shape Lot (6:30pm; Free; Americana)

—Leland Municipal Park, 113 Town Hall Dr.

Marc Siegel (7pm; Free; Guitar)

—Platypus & Gnome Restaurant, 9 S. Front St.

Sunset Cruise w/ Live Acoustic Music (7pm; $30)

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—Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

—Hotel Ballast, 301 N. Water St.

Live Music in the Alley (7pm; Free)

Whiskey Creek Band (3pm; Free)

Jazz At The Nail (7pm; Free)

Tom Gossin (7pm; Free)

Revolutionary Poets Presents Remembering Sam Sharpe (7:30pm; $5; Open Mic)

Sunset Cruise with Acoustic Music (7pm; $30)

—Rebellion NC, 15 S. Front St.

—The Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

—Jamaica House, 2206 Carolina Beach Rd.

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr. —Cloud 9 Rooftop, 9 Estell Lee Pl. —Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

Trivia from Hell’s (7:30pm; Free)

Christian Brinkley (7pm; Free; Singer-songwriter)

Trivia w/ Party Gras Ent. (8pm; Free)

Naomi Ekperigin (7pm, 9:30pm; $15; Comedy)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St. —Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

Throwback Thursday Karaoke w/ DJ Camo (8pm; Free)

—Reggie’s 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St.

—Made Mole Brewing, 6309 Boathouse Rd. —Dead Crow Comedy, 265 N. Front St.

An Evening with EmiSunshine (8pm; $15) —Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess St.;

Open Mic Comedy (8pm; Free)

Break the Skyline: Album Release Show (8pm; $7-$10)

Mike O’Donnell (8:30pm; Free; Live Requests)

The Explainers/Poking Holes (8pm; $5)

‘90s Party Night (9pm; Free)

KR&TWreck (9pm; Free)

—Dead Crow Comedy, 265 N. Front St. —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. —Pravda, 23 N. Front St.

—Mad Katz, 5216 Carolina Beach Rd.

—The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

—Rack’M Darts and Billards, 415 S. College Rd.

11th Annual Port City Music Festival (7pm; Free) Pinkerton Raid (9pm; Free) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

Music on the Patio (5pm; Free)

—Satellite Bar and Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.

Wes Sayer (9pm; Free; Singer-songwriter)

—Pour Taproom, 201 N. Front St., Suite G101

Violet Bell (8pm; Free; Indie-Folk)

Contra Dance (7:30pm; $5)

—5th Ave. United Methodist, 409 S. 5th Ave.

Music Bingo (8pm; Free)

—The Brewer’s Kettle, 4718 Oleander Dr.

ON OUR LOT

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

Open Mic Night w/ Bob Sarnataro (5:30pm; Free)

—Tidal Creek Co-Op, 5329 Oleander Dr., #100

Music Bingo w/DJ Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free) —Local’s Tavern, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Music Bingo (7:30pm; Free) Wine Down & Karaoke (8pm; Free) —Ibiza Nightclub, 118 Market St.

Josh Solomon (8pm; Free; Sing-songwriter) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.

Extreme Music Bingo w/Party Gras (10pm; Free) —Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

THURSDAY, JUNE 13

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

Pistol Hill (6pm; Free)

Tuesday’s Gone (6:30pm; Free; Lynyrd Skynyrd)

—The SeaWitch, 227 Carolina Beach Ave. N.

Live On The Loop! Summer Music Series (6pm; Free)

—Elijah’s Restaurant, 2 Ann St.

Sam Jam (1pm; Free)

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

Trivia w/Party Gras Entertainment (7pm; Free)

Travis Shallow & Bob Russell (3pm; Free; Americana)

—The Sailfish, 2570 Scotts Hill Loop Rd.

Sunset Cruise with Acoustic Music (7pm; $30)

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

—Beau Rivage, 649 Rivage Promenade

—Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S Water St.

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr. —Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St.

Randy McQuay (7pm; Free; Acoustic, Soul)

Port City Shakedown (4pm; Free)

North 4th Neighborhood Soul Party (7pm; Free)

Bluegrass Jam! (6pm; Free)

Live Jazz with N.C. Musicians! (7pm; Free)

Live Jazz (6pm; Free)

Yonder Mountain String Band (7pm; $25-$45)

Sunset Cruise with Acoustic Music (7pm; $30)

Naomi Ekperigin (7pm, 9:30pm; $15; Comedy)

Music Trivia (7pm; Free)

—Cloud 9 Rooftop, 9 Estell Lee Pl. —Palate, 1007 N. 4th St.

—Platypus & Gnome Restaurant, 9 S. Front St. —Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.

—Dead Crow Comedy, 265 N. Front St.

North Fourth Funky Fridays (8pm; Free) —Palate, 1007 N. 4th St.

Jazz Night with James Jarvis (8pm; Free) —Bottega, 723 N. Fourth St.

Carolina Waves Presents: Waves to Watch Vol 2 (8:30pm; $7) —Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess St.

Jenny Pearson (9pm; Free; Singer-songwriter) —Pour Taproom, 201 N. Front St., Suite G101

DJ Will Finesse (9pm; Free)

—The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Camille Rae Band (9:30pm; Free) —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Music on the Patio (12pm; Free)

—Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.

—Satellite Bar and Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.

Jeff Sanchez (6pm; Guitar)

—Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

Jazz at the Mansion (6:30pm; $10-$18) —Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St.

Marc Siegel (7pm; Free; Guitar)

—Platypus & Gnome Restaurant, 9 S. Front St.

Sunset Cruise with Acoustic Music (7pm; $30)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St. Unit 7

THURSDAY

—Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

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—The Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

MONDAY, JUNE 10 Music Bingo (7pm; Free)

—The Sour Barn, 7211 Market St.

Trivia from Hell’s (7:30pm; Free)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11 ‘90s night! (7pm; Free)

—Coach’s, 29 Van Campen Blvd.

Trivia w/Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free)

—Local’s Tavern, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Lucky Joe’s Open Mic Night (7:30pm; Free)

—Broomtail Craft Brewery, 6404 Amsterdam Way

Emo Night (7pm; Free)

—Pour House-Wilmington, 103 Market St.

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Wet Wednesdays: DJ Dubstep (10:30pm; Free)

Randy McQuay (6pm; Free; Roots, Soul)

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Music on the Patio (5pm; Free)

—Hotel Ballast, 301 N. Water St.

Funky Monks (6:30pm; Free; Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute) —Ligon Flynn Parking Lot, 20 S. Second St.

L Shape Lot Duo (7pm; Free)

—Cloud 9 Rooftop, 9 Estell Lee Pl.

Sunset Cruise with Acoustic Music (7pm; $30) WED

6/5 GRUFF GOAT COMEDY 8PM

THURS

—Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

6/6 KYLE LINDLEY

Live Jazz with N.C. Musicians! (7:00 pm; Free) —Platypus & Gnome, 9 S. Front St.

Bill’s Brew Food, 6-9pm

Phil Hanley (7pm, 9:30pm; $16; Comedy) —Dead Crow Comedy, 265 N. Front St.

6-8PM

WhoIAre & Burban (8pm; $5)

ILM MAKERS AND GROWERS MARKET 5-8PM

—The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Jim Quick & Coastline (8pm; $5; Americana)

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Kono Pizza Truck, 5-8pm

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DEAD FUNNY: Phil Hanley will play Dead Crow Comedy in downtown Wilmington, June 14-15. Courtesy photo.

Slapback Band (8pm; Free)

—The Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

Jazz Night with James Jarvis (8pm; Free) —Bottega, 723 N. Fourth St.

—Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

—Reggie’s 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St.

Live Music in the Alley (7pm; Free)

Open Mic Comedy (8pm; Free)

Trivia from Hell’s (7:30pm; Free)

Mike O’Donnell (8:30pm; Free; Live Requests)

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—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St. —Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.;

Throwback Thursday Karaoke w/ DJ Camo (8pm; Free)

—Dead Crow Comedy, 265 North Front St. —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.

—Grand Cru, 1904 Eastwood Rd., Suite 109

Rocky Pleasant & Garrett Doughton (9pm; Free; Country, Classic Rock) —Pour Taproom, 201 N. Front St., Suite G101

Joshua Ward (9:00 pm; Free)

Randy McQuay (5pm; Free; Roots, Soul) —Hotel Ballast, 301 N. Water St.

Samuel Hatch (Acoustic) (8:30 pm; Free)

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MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE, DURHAM, NC (919) 901-0875 6/7: Mark Farina and Tomas C (Magic City Disco) 6/8: Purple Note of Durham 6/9: Dan Ariely and Ovul Sezer 6/12: Remo Drive, Slow Pulp, Slow Bullet LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CABARRUS ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 821-4111 6/7: Justin West, Pine Box Dwellers and more 6/8: AJ Mitchell, Destiny Rogers, Austin Brown 6/13: Tech N9ne and more 6/14: The Breakfast Club and 8 Track Minds CATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN ST., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 6/5: Caroline Spence and Whisperer 6/7: Jack Willow Jr., Christiane and MKR (back) 6/7: Frenship and Glades 6/8: Matt Andersen and Erin Costelo (back) 6/9: The Lemonheads, Tommy Stinson 6/10: gnash and Anna Clendening 6/12: Earth and Helms Alee (back) RED HAT AMPHITHEATER 500 SOUTH MCDOWELL ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 996-8800 6/6: Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals 6/7: Lake St. Dive and The Wood Brothers 6/8: Wu-Tang Clan 6/12: O.A.R. 6/15: Jon Bellion THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 6/7: Darrell Scott and Underhill Rose 6/8: Janeane Garofalo 6/9: Satisfaction The International Rolling Stones Show 6/10: Cherry Glazerr and Grapetooth, Kitty Tsunami 6/11: Christina Holmes, Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise 6/13: Gojira and Deafheaven

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GALLERYGUIDE ARTEXPOSURE!

22527 Highway 17N Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com

ArtExposure is celebrating its 10th anniversary on May 11th from 11am-7pm. Please, mark your calendar and join us! We will host a food truck, a tent for artists, raffles and more! Mary Ann Rozear will have her opening reception, “The Shapes of Memories, from North Carolina to Maine,” from 5-7 p.m. on the same day. If you haven’t been to ArtExposure, please, take a drive to see us. You won’t regret it!

ART IN BLOOM GALLERY

210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 www.aibgallery.com

Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated 19thcentury horse stable and presents an eclectic mix of original art by emerging and established artists. View “Go With the Flow: Contemporary Art with E. Francisca Dekker and Karen Paden Crouch” through June 9th. The new exhibit playfully pairs two contemporary artists with acrylic paintings by E. Francisca Dekker and welded-bronze sculpture by Karen Paden Crouch. Art in Bloom Gallery is open until 9 pm on Fourth Friday Gallery Nights.

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In addition to our gallery at 210 Princess Street, Art in Bloom Gallery partners with local businesses to exhibit original art in other locations. Current Art Exhibits include: “The Joy of Plein Air: Pastels by Laurie Greenbaum Beitch” opened January 22 at PinPoint Restaurant, 114 Market Street. Meet the artist at a champagne toast and reception, Thursday, February 7, 5:30-6:30 pm. The reception is open and free to the public. The art exhibit continues through June 10, 2019. “Brayers, Brushes, and Color Pencils by David Norris” opens February 6 at Platypus & Gnome Restaurant, 9 South Front Street. Meet the artist at a champagne toast and reception, Thursday, March 14, 6-8 pm. The reception is open and free to the public. The art exhibit continues through June 11, 2019.

CHARLES JONES AFRICAN ART 311 Judges Rd., Unit 6-E

cjart@bizec.rr.com (910) 794-3060 Mon. – Fri. 10am - 12:30 pm 1:30 pm - 4 pm Open other hours and weekends by appointment www.cjafricanart.com

African art: Museum quality African Art from West and Central Africa. Traditional African art for the discerning collector. Current Exhibition: Yoruba beadwork and Northern Nigerian sculpture. Appraisal services, curatorial services and educational exhibitions also available. Over 30 years experience in Tribal Arts. Our clients include many major museums.

NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY

271 N. Front St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com

Introducing Timothy David Lang in his debut show at New Elements Gallery, “Drifting.” A surfer, Timothy is inspired by the landscape, be that in the water or the scenery of the open road. Photo realism in style and masterful in its technique, Lang’s work goes way further by capturing not just a scene in incredible detail, but more importantly a mood. Come take a ride with Timothy David Lang and drift along with him. On display through May 18.

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“I was a sculptor. I was a museum designer. I was a TV illustrator. I was a carpenter. I was a furniture designer. I was a product designer, a photographer, a painter,” Irwin said over the phone from his home in Beaufort. “It was like I was running up and down a smorgasbord going, ‘Oh, let me try some of this.’” In Irwin’s summer exhibition, he pays homage to all of the artists and mentors who have influenced him throughout his life, leaving their mark on his work. Nearly a decade ago, Irwin—not to be confused with the installation artist also named Robert Irwin—added another page to his lengthy resume: author. Published in 2004, “40 Years” is Irwin’s autobiography, a no-holds-barred account of every aspect of his creative life, embellished with page after page of photographs of his dynamic paintings. Opening reception on May 24, 6 p.m., and closing reception on June 14, 6 p.m. Closing reception on May 24, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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KICKING OFF PRIDE MONTH:

Mouths of Babes presents locals’ stories in ‘Out, NC’

BY: MARY HULL

he last time Trey Morehouse, founder of Mouths of Babes Theatre Company (MOB), spoke with encore, he was on the hunt for the real-life accounts and coming-out stories of Cape Fear locals who identify across the spectrum of sexuality and gender identities. Now, having received over 60 interviews, performances of “Out, NC” are arriving just in time for National Pride Month and to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, a series of historic protests that pushed for gay liberation in New York City. Similar to other documentary theatre, such as Eve Ensler’s “Vagina Monologues,” “Out, NC” transforms interviews into scripts to be performed locally. Morehouse, along with his former professor at UNCW, Dr. Charles Grimes, created MOB.

through the AIDS crisis to being at the Stonewall Inn during the 1969 riots. Austin Garret, an actor in the play, emphasized the importance of raising awareness to these types of stories. “I like it not only benefits people that aren’t part of the community but also people that are,” he explains.

“[We want] to create a contemporary, experimental theatre group that would be geared toward young adult actors and audiences,” Morehouse tells. Nonetheless, younger voices are not the only ones heard in “Out, NC.” The interview process brought to light a wide range of narratives from sexuality to gender to age. For instance, Bellana Duquesne, who identifies as a transgender woman and decided to retire in Wilmington, shared her story with Morehouse—though late during the interview process. “None of the material from my interviews made it to the final script,” tells Duquesne, who did a test-run of her one-woman show in Wilmington in November 2018. “I always seek opportunities to perform,” she tells. “[‘Out, NC’] was interesting to

Alex Pechlivanidis plays three different roles and has welcomed the challenge of portraying real people’s mannerisms and personalities. The experience gave her insight into Wilmington’s LGBTQIA community as a whole.

SCRIPT CONSTRUCTION: Actors work on script construction, spring 2018. Photo by Trey Morehouse

me not just because of the play’s themes but because of the opportunity to perform expressing both sides of the gender spectrum.” Duquesne will portray local drag icon Tara Nicole Brooks, along with two other characters. She is bringing to light both the comfort and discomfort of gender expression in day-to-day life. “The play touches on multiple aspects of the LGBTQ experience,” Duquesne reveals. “So much of the material is informative, not in a clinical or sociological way, but it lets a viewer see the personal, emotional impact of understanding one’s own gender/sexuality in a social construct that still views a person’s very nature as being deviant.” Performances are built on coming-out stories, and in many ways universally shared amongst members of LGBTQIA. Whether a performance calls back to the nostalgia of coming-out decades ago or channels the fresh feelings of newly out LGBTQIA folk, Morehouse expresses how the idea of “disclosing” one’s identity is resonant in all instances. “The idea of coming-out isn’t just a one event thing,” he explains. “There often is a first time or a self-realization, but there’s also just the coming out that has to happen on sometimes a daily basis.” The diverse narratives featured in the “Out, NC” range from accounts of living

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“I think a big eye opener for me has been the unity of the community,” she admits. “I didn’t realize before how tied in everyone is; everyone understands the struggle and is together.” Aside from the unique content of the show, “Out, NC” also has a distinctive seating arrangement. In Kenan Auditorium on the campus of UNCW, the audience will sit on the stage while the performances take place in the seats. “We’re creating a black box type experience on the stage at Kenan to create a very intimate experience for the storytelling,” Morehouse says. “Conceptually, we’re trying to give it a story circle feel.” Organizations like the St. Jude Metropolitan Community Church and the Frank Harr Foundation have worked hand-inhand with MOB to put on the event. Similar to MOB’s continued efforts to create safe spaces, these groups work to bring LGBTQIA issues to the public eye through support and education. The Frank Harr Foundation will put on a Pride Picnic that will take place on June 16th before the play.

DETAILS: Out, NC

Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 15, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 16, 2:30 p.m. with Pride picnic on Kenan lawn Tickets: $5-$15 Kenan Auditorium, 515 Wagoner Dr. events.uncw.edu/MasterCalendar

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WORDPLAY APLENTY:

Cape Fear Shakespeare returns for 27th season of Shakespeare on the Green

BY: SHEA CARVER

ape Fear Shakespeare’s annual Shakespeare on the Green is celebrating 27 years of live, outdoor dramas at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. Fifteen of them also has included higlighting its youth company. They’re shaking up 2019 with multitudes of themes and tropes, literary enlightenment and hilarity coming to life across many Shakespearean stories. Zeb Mims will direct “Love’s Labour’s Lost” for the adult company, while founder Cherri McKay will guide Shakespeare Youth Company in her original “Shakespeare on a Midsummer’s Eve.” The show blends some of Shakespeare’s most popular plays, including “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” “Comedy of Errors,” “Macbeth” and “The Tempest.” “The condensed version [of each story] allowed me to devote more time to work with smaller groups and individuals,” McKay explains of her 17-member cast who will play 47—yes, 47—different characters. The youngest actor is 7 and the oldest, 19. “Each has a set of storytellers and select scenes that come to life throughout the play,” she explains. The main players from each story all appear. “I wrote the dialogue for the storytellers in a contemporary English style, briefly highlighting the most important details of the play,” McKay continues. “All the scenes performed are Shakespeare’s words.” One of the elements McKay loves teaching a younger audience is how the Bard is responsible for a majority of our language. Common expressions run aplenty that the audience will learn about, too. “As part of the performance our fools [present] ‘Did You Know?’—for example, ‘Did you know when saying ‘Jove! O Lord! Tut! Tut! For goodness sake! What the dickens,’ you are quoting Shakespeare?’” The romantic comedy of “Love’s Labour’s Lost” takes on the love language of poetry—no surprise, seeing as the Bard wrote more than 100 sonnets in his lifetime. The last time Mims had a hand in “Love’s Labour’s Lost,” he was attending UNCW. “We took the Kenneth Branaugh route and added songs to create a musical,” Mims says. “I was the music director and the drummer for the band.” This time around he’s playing double duty again, from overseeing the production as di-

rector and also taking on the role of Costard. The cast is rounded out by Ben Hart as King Ferdinand, Jason Corder as Berowne, Jack Cannon as Longaville and Jeremy Weir as Dumain. The women they fall for include Savannah Dougherty as Rosaline, Gracie Cole as Maria, Amber Heck as Katherine and Bailey Watkins as the French Princess. “This show has nearly as many main characters as ‘Game of Thrones,’” Mims quips. “It has more poems performed onstage than any other Shakespearean play I can think of, and not a scene goes by without someone feeling compelled to give a ridiculous pun.” Though written five centuries ago, the prevalent, unending “battle of the sexes” drives most of its comedy. Mims references the male characters’ extreme masculine bravado as being outshone by feminine wit. “We’ve done our best to highlight these moments, where pompous men have the legs knocked out from underneath them,” Mims says. Though the set design is very stripped down, and he has costumer Amber Heck dressing characters in “Elizabethan-meets70’s-meets-last-week” garb, Mims isn’t really moving the story into a modern-day setting. In fact, he thinks it’s opposite of anything modern audiences would do in the throes of love. “Characters send letters back and forth via courier,” he details. “Things get lost or sent to the wrong person. So many of what happens to these characters are things the modern young lover will likely never have to deal with—like being caught in the act of disguising yourself as a Russian Noble to get a girl to dance with you. [Watching this play provides] the same sort of thrill we get from watching fantasy or historical drama: We get to live vicariously through lives we cannot have for ourselves.” His favorite scene is toward the end when the entire cast is onstage. Then the story becomes an over-the-top trainwreck of sorts. It shines a light on Shakespeare’s wonderful arming of the pen. “Poems and jokes and bouts of wit take center stage in every scene,” Mims praises. “There is still a hilarious and compelling story, but it’s told in a way that’s far more literary than we’re used to seeing onstage. It’s been an adventure trying to present all of this clearly in a setting where the audience is far away and planes fly overhead.

BRILLIANT STORYTELLER: Rosaline, played by Savannah Dougherty, and Biron, from actor Jason Corder Dumain, will star in ‘Love’s Labour’s Lost.’ Courtesy photo

Outdoor theatre is an adventure in the best of times, even more so when you’re dealing in wordplay.” With the help of technical director Ben Cornett, stage manager/company dramaturge Ev Smith, and Cape Fear Shakespeare members and their families, both “Shakespeare on a Midsummer’s Eve” and “Love’s Labour’s Lost” opens this week. It’s a free community event, which welcomes families to the amphitheater, picnics in hand, throughout the entire month of June.

tinue to entertain, educate, mentor, bring awareness, and exposure to William Shakespeare—one of the greatest playwrights that ever lived—to as many people as possible,” McKay says.

DETAILS:

Love’s Labour’s Lost

June 6-7, 9; 14-16; 20, 22-23; 28-30

Shakespeare on a Midsummer’s Eve

June 8, 11-13, 19; 25-27 All shows, 8 p.m. Greenfield Lake Amphitheater 1901 Amphitheater Drive

“My hope is both our companies will con-

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TAPPING INTO UNIVERSAL DREAMS:

‘42nd Street’ brings big song and dance show to life at Thalian Hall

BY: SHEA CARVER

t the height of the Great Depression, among the norm of food rations and lack of jobs, imagine trying to fund a Broadway show. Clearly, it must take deep pockets and some deeply rich connections to do so, not to mention a well of talent. Welcome to “42nd Street,” the 1980 Broadway musical, based on a novel by Bradford Ropes and its 1933 Hollywood film adaptation. Having won the Drama Desk, Tony and Theatre World awards in ‘81, plus Laurence Olivier and Evening Standard awards in ‘84, not to mention its revival awards, too, “42 Street” is a tapdance lover’s dream. Choreographed to well-known tunes of the era, many of which appeared in films—including “We’re in the Money” from “Gold Diggers of 1933” and “I Only Have Eyes for You” from 1934’s “Dames”—Opera House Theatre Company has ensured it’s in good hands with the lovely direction of Suellen Yates. We spoke with Yates and two of her cast members, Stephanie Tucker and Christopher Rickert, about what to expect of the show. Here’s how our convo unfolded... encore (e): What do you love most about “42nd Street”? Suellen Yates (SY): Whenever “42nd Street” comes up in conversations, the first reaction is usually “That’s a tap show!” While it is certainly true, the fabulous score, and the compelling and heartwarming storyline, as well as the incredible production numbers, all combine to make it often referred to as “quintessential musical theatre.” The fact is: Not every musical is strong in all three areas. So the opportunity to direct a show that has it “all” has been very exciting. Opera House is so fortunate to have Tina Leak as the choreographer for this show. First of all, she was a New York Rockette. That alone should tell you her tapping skills are phenomenal. I have often said at rehearsals that this is the hardest working cast I have ever worked with and Tina certainly tops that list. e: What have been some of the challenges of the show? SY: Of course, our first concern: “Are we going to be able to find the number of highly skilled male and female tappers needed for this show?”

Well, we certainly did. The local dance community has given birth to so many talented dancers because of fabulous dance academies and instructors in town. Not only do we have amazing student tappers in the cast but we have some instructors, like dancing megastar Brooklyne Williamson-Moore who owns and operates Evolution Dance Complex. Brooklyne performs in our show, has also let Tina use one of her studios to work on the production numbers and to give tap classes to any of our cast members who wanted to work on their tapping skills outside of rehearsals. Her involvement has been critical to our success. The most challenging part for me has been creating transitions between scenes that flow without interruption or pause. I love fast-paced musicals and do not like the action to come to a halt while the scene is changed. I was so fortunate to have the multi-talented Mirla Criste create the most amazing slides, which add so much to those scenes. e: Tell me a little about the music. SY: Under the direction of the incredibly gifted and talented Steve Field, the songs and orchestra just soar. He has worked countless hours behind the scenes and never flinched when I said “Would it be possible to...?” He has definitely earned my respect, admiration and gratitude. e: And your cast... SY: I have the privilege to work with two New York guest artists in this show. Rachael Murray, who is playing megastar Dorothy Brock, and Spencer Lawson, playing the juvenile lead, Billy Lawler. We are so lucky. They both are a pleasure to work with and I know Wilmington audiences will fall in love with them and be thrilled at the opportunity to see them perform at Thalian Hall. The two leads, Stephanie Tucker and Chris Rickert, are local performers. Just to give you an idea of their talent, we thought we were going to have to bring guest artists from New York to fill these roles, but both of incredible locals earned their roles at audition. There seems to be no end to Stephanie’s talent—dancing, singing, acting. Her personal story is sort of a parallel to Peggy Sawyer, the character she is portraying. I believe this is her first starring role, and she is a lovely person. We have not seen

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the end of her talent yet. I have been a fan of Chris Rickert for many years and have cast him in several roles from Enjolras in “Les Mis” to the lion in “The Wizard of Oz,” which should indicate his amazing range. Wait until you hear him sing the title song as the iconic Julian Marsh. e: Stephanie and Christopher, what do you love most about your characters? How will they relate to audiences? Christopher Rickert (CR): I admire Julian’s focus and passion, which drive him. They make him come across as tough and demanding, and he gets a chance to remember he really loves what he does, and he started doing it for a reason. Even those lucky enough to get to love what they do for a living can let distractions, ambitions, and the everyday grind make them forget why they started. The really lucky ones have the realization they’ve lost sight of that love—like a, “Oh, yeah, I really love this process, this experience, this challenge.” Stephanie Tucker (ST): I absolutely love Peggy’s sincerity and work ethic. She has big Broadway dreams and is determined to get there, but through honesty and hard work. She is is constantly walking a line between self-confidence and self-doubt— something I think most people can relate to. The relationships she has built with everyone involved in Pretty Lady provide her the encouragement she needs to grab hold of her dreams and lead the show. I believe everyone has questioned their own abilities in stressful moments, and to push through doubt, the support of others can make all the difference. e: How do they drive the plot? ST: Peggy’s passion is palpable. Her passion is what brings her from Allentown, PA, to Broadway in the first place. Even in moments of self-doubt, she is drawn back to the stage by her love of performing and entertaining an audience. CR: Julian is the director of the show, so everyone jumps when he hollers. That’s what makes Peggy so special is she changes the track the locomotive is on. e: Do you have a favorite number? ST: “Go Into Your Dance”—it’s Peggy’s first opportunity to make real connections with Maggie and the other girls in the show

like Anytime Annie, with the dance director, Andy, and with Julian, the director. She gets to “show her stuff” and also begin to build relationships that continue through the rest of the show. Plus the energy and pace of the number is fantastic! CR: “42nd Street”—this dance chorus is phenomenal and I’ve been saying all though this process how lucky I feel to get to watch them dance for free at all the rehearsals. Stephanie and Spencer also shine particularly bright in this number. e: So who makes up the ensemble? SY: When a director has headliners like Deb Gillingham, Dick Bunting, Jason Aycock and Kendra Goehring-Garrett stepping into supporting roles, they are very lucky and it definitely raises the bar for this entire show. However, it is the hardest working ensemble ever—singing and dancing and acting and making elaborate costumes changes for every scene (sometimes with only seconds). They are the heart and soul of the production. e: Who’s outfitting the cast? SY: Our costumer, Allyson Mojica, has stepped up to the plate and knocked a home run. Her vision has given this show the perfect 1930s look—from glamour to “hobo” and many looks in between. I could not begin to count the number of costumes. e: How does this show still remain relevant in 2019? SY: I think the show remains relevant today because of its universal dream of smalltown girl making it to the top on Broadway. The show even has a line about how “every little girl who loves theatre dreams of someday making it to Broadway” I know I did, and honestly a small part of me still does—even at my age! I would be willing to bet there are many young artists in Wilmington, taking dance lessons, or acting lessons and dreaming of performing on Broadway someday. I have had the pleasure of working with several local actors who have actually made that same dream come true.

DETAILS: 42nd Street

June 6-23, Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m., or Sunday, 3 p.m. Tickets: $20-$32 Thalian Hall Main Stage 310 Chestnut St. thalianhall.org

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films this week CINEMATIQUE

‘Booksmart’ is a fun take on the typical high-school movie

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BY: ANGHUS

4 p.m. on Wednesday. “Gloria Bell” is a free-

igh school kind of sucks—four years of trying to figure out who you are, learn everything you can, all the while being told you’re too young to really know anything. Additionally, your body is a freakish collection of colliding hormones and throbbing impulses that make rational thought almost impossible. It’s no wonder the best teenage movies are the ones that deal with teenage angst by giving us an slightly authentic look at the living hell that is high school. I say “slightly” because good highschool movies tend to favor the kind of convenient conclusions that elude most of us in real life. Many of my Saturday detentions didn’t end up with me getting high and dancing terribly in the library like “The Breakfast Club.” The fat kid didn’t hang out with someone as hot and cool as Emma Stone like the end of “Superbad.” And I doubt many ladies still would have been making out with Freddie Prinze Jr. after they discovered he was using them to win a bet in “She’s All That.”

spirited divorcée who spends her days at a straight-laced office job and her nights on the dance floor, joyfully letting loose at clubs around Los Angeles. After meeting Arnold (John Turturro) on a night out, she finds herself thrust into an unexpected new romance, filled with both the joys of budding love and the complications of dating, identity, and family.

SCHOOL’S OUT FOREVER: Kaitlyn Dever and Beanie Feldtsein are the bookworms who finally let loose after high school graduation. Photo courtesy of Annapurna Pictures

Now, on the eve of graduation, Molly has her entire worldview drop-kicked. She and Amy have one night left to cut loose, after spending their carefree years obsessed with academia. So they party hardy and show their classmates they’re not squares. The setup is fairly common: high schoolers looking to party their way into social acceptance. It’s the stellar execution from director Olivia Wilde and wonderful performances from Feldstein and Dever that helps elevate “Booksmart” into something entertaining and ultimately worthwhile.

Much the same, “Booksmart” lives in this high-school fantasy realm. Its main characters are able to deal with adversity, wind up in a number of wacky situations, and end up achieving their unrealistic goals in a relatively short span of time. “Booksmart” reminded me of one of my favorite teenage comedies, “Can’t Hardly Wait.” The underrated gem chronicles the misadventures of a bunch of different kids during the biggest rager, as they celebrate graduation and There’s also a great deal of care and atmoving on with their lives. tention paid to the supporting cast of high Molly (Beanie Feldstein) is an overa- schoolers—all of whom deliver a wide cheiver who has spent her high-school range of diverse personalities and far from career focusing on grades and extracur- a one-dimensional cliché. There are some ricular activities. Her best friend Amy (Kai- very likable characters in here fighting the tlyn Dever) is an equally studious but less a whole lot of high-school party movie cliconfident cohort who has taken this four- chés. There’s a super-nerdy nice guy who year journey with Molly. They have been tries too hard to be liked; the popular kid working under the theory that high school who everyone assumes is a self-obsessed is a cultural and educational wasteland, asshole, only to reveal he may have layers; where the vast majority of their peers are and, of course, the girls want to hook up so more concerned with partying than getting we have typical high-school romance subinto a great college and setting themselves plot, which goes to some interesting, albeit up for success. Molly is going to Yale and predictable, places. Amy is heading to Columbia. They think they’ve got it all figured out—until Molly realizes a lot of other students in her class got into equally prestigious schools. And they achieved a balance between having fun in high school and academics that she considered to be impossible.

There’s very little separating “Booksmart” from “Can’t Hardly Wait,” “American Pie” or “Superbad.” It is nice to see the story with female leads; Molly and Amy are such likable characters, so audiences still care about what happens to them in spite of a series of obstacles that feel cribbed from

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every teen party comedy ever conceived. “Booksmart” doesn’t bring anything new to the genre, but it’s a fine addition that provides a few laughs, a few tears and enough random moments to be worthy of a watch.

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lows Roman (Matthias Schoenaerts), a convict in a rural Nevada prison who struggles to escape his violent past. He is required to participate in an “outdoor maintenance” program tion. Spotted by a no-nonsense veteran trainer

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(Bruce Dern) and helped by an outgoing fellow inmate and trick rider (Jason Mitchell), Roman is accepted into the selective wild horse

Rated R Directed by Olivia Wilde Starring Kaitlyn Dever, Beanie Feldstein, Jessica Williams, Jason Sudeikis

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HOMAGE TO BUDDY BOLDEN:

Locally filmed ‘Bolden!’ will screen Saturday as part of Cinematique BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

he long-awaited, much-discussed film “Bolden!” has finally made it to the big screen. It opened in Wilmington at the AMC on Cinema Drive and after a short run will screen again at Thalian Hall as part of WHQR’s Cinematique on June 8 at 3 p.m. Directed by Dan Pritzker, “Bolden!” is less a biopic film and more an homage to Buddy Bolden—the New Orleans cornet player credited with birthing jazz. He is an almost mythical figure in some ways, as there are no existent recordings of his music. His contributions to the artform outlived him, so that his contributions are still considered essential. In the way of human curiosity, the less that is known about him, the more enticing he becomes. In 2007 I started getting phone calls at the bookstore asking for biographies of Buddy Bolden, a legendary jazz musician that no one knew anything about (unless they watched Ken Burns “Jazz,” in which Wynton Marsalis talks about Buddy Bolden as the innovator of jazz, but I digress). Unfortunately, there were no full-length biographies we could find to sell the crew or creative team working on the then new movie that had set up shop in Wilmington. Little did I, or anyone else for that matter, suspect “Bolden!” would become one of the more bizarre chapters in film history in our area. Director, coscreen writer and driving force behind the film, Dan Pritzker, loves music. He had a passionate desire to make this film, to tell Bolden’s story, and he had the personal fortune to make it possible. As the film industry left the state and headed for Georgia, Pritzker continued to work on making this film, and for almost a decade kept film crews employed here. He essentially was a one man WPA project for the film industry in town–during some of the leanest and hardest years we have seen in a long time.

ed by curiosity: Howard Hughes’ “Hell’s Angels.” Is this what sitting in Gruman’s Chinese Theatre was like in 1930? “You know sweetheart, it is kind of like a mash-up between ‘Deathbed’ and ‘Miles Ahead,’” I commented in the truck on the way home. ‘Deathbed’ was a movie Jock worked on in the very beginning of his career, and like “Bolden!” had a circular route to release. But “Deathbed” did not have anywhere near the resources of “Bolden!” However, both films are essentially shorts stretched into feature-length productions. Neither really have subplots; the creators in both cases had a specific story they wanted to tell and really neither were interested in the additional backstory or complications for supporting characters. “Miles Ahead,” the 2015 film about Miles Davis that Don Cheadle directed and starred in, shares a lot with “Bolden!” structure wise. The conceit of “Miles Ahead” is that the story we watch is contained within the song Miles Davis plays for us. Like a jazz song, it isn’t necessarily a linear narrative. “Bolden!” follows the first live radio broadcast of Louis Armstrong, played by Reno Wilson. In the Louisiana State Asylum, one of the inmates, Buddy Bolden (Gary Carr) can overhear the concert from the nurses’ station radio. We, the audience, follow the twists of his diseased mind as he listens to the music. Like a jazz song, there is a central established theme and the narrative splits off for a while to explore an idea (or memory). Then it comes back to the theme and wanders over to look at another part of the story. We see a hero’s tragic journey: a rise to power (in this case musical prowess and innovation), followed by a horrifying fall. There is probably about 45 minutes of actual story in the film. The rest is music and atmosphere—as it should be. How can we have a film about a man who gave his sanity, health and ultimately his life for music and not have the music be the star of the film? It would be like making a film about Stephen Hawking completely devoid of science. Thankfully, Pritzker was incredibly clear: The music is the vehicle, the music is the character, the music is everything.

It was a tough road for Pritzker; he had never made a film before, and though he hired some of the best in the industry to work with him, it was a steep learning curve. At almost a decade in the making, one had to wonder if the film would ever be released. If Wynton Marsalis arranged and performed yes, what does a film with an infinite budget and 10 years of passionate devotion actually the music in the film. It seems an appropriate choice, Marsalis has for years discussed look like when it is finished? Bolden from the bandstand, and as he has I had to know, so when it hit the AMC, Jock said “tried to keep Bolden’s music in the air.” and I were there. In the back of my head, I So anyone hearing “Buddy Bolden” play corkept musing on another directorial debut that net on screen is hearing Marsalis. took years to make and was also surround-

CORNET KING OF NEW ORLEANS: ‘Bolden!’—starring Gary Carr as Buddy Bolden— opened after a decade filming across Wilmington. Photo courtesy of King Bolden

Frankly, to hear the music alone on a surround sound system is worth the price of admission. All the remarkable, hypnotically beautiful, and entrancing sounds in the world couldn’t save it if it weren’t a good film. Quite frankly, it is a good film. It is solid film and has remarkable performances. Mr. Wilson’s portrayal of a young Louis Armstrong is mesmerizing; it is so dead-on. Mr. Carr’s Buddy Bolden is someone whose journey is so real, so fraught with struggle and confusion, if audiences can’t empathize with him, well, their hearts are made of stone. Pritzker hasn’t shied away from the world that pressed upon and forged Buddy Bolden. There is violence, overt racism, both hierarchal daily racism in Jim Crow and the realities of life for women of color at the time. Add to it the solace of alcohol and drugs, and the lure of a better life, and it’s clear how forces conspire to create a power structure designed to dehumanize half the American population. Like many artists, Buddy Bolden’s soul finds within the act of creation the spark and magic to carry our hero forth— still, it is also what ultimately destroys him. Because in addition to his gift, Bolden and the audience are constantly reminded he is a black man in America at the end of the 1800s. He is expendable—his life is tenuous at best. We watch his friends and family all walking on that same knife’s edge, trying to fight to bring him back, but there is only so

much they can do. Film is a visual medium and visually “Bolden!” has so many layers I think I could see it four or five times, and each time peel back a little more to notice, understand and connect the dots. Much like a jazz recording, the first time one listens, it’s eye-opening. Yet, the more its heard, the more it’s understood and put together. Is this going to go down in film history as the next “Citizen Kane”? Probably not. But it is a beautifully made film, filled with performances that are truthful, captivating and riveting. Is it a film truly celebrating jazz and the power of creation? Yes. Buddy Bolden gave the world something that outlived him and spawned generations of cultural conversation and artistic development. “Bolden!” is a beautiful, heartbreaking look at the creative process and the price he paid for the gift he shared with the world.

DETAILS: Bolden!

Rated R Directed by Dan Pritzker Starring Gary Carr, Erik LaRay Harvey, Ian McShane, Yaya DaCosta Saturday, June 8, 3 p.m. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. thalianhall.org

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AMERICAN BLUEWATER WATERFRONT GRILL Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday April - October. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256-8500. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 11a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sat & Sun 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ MUSIC: Music every Sunday in Summer ■ WEBSITE: bluewaterdining.com

CAM CAFÉ CAM Café, located within the CAM delivers delightful surprises using fresh, local ingredients. The café serves lunch with seasonal options Tuesday through Saturday, inspired “small plates” on Thursday nights, an elegant yet approachable dinner on Thursday and brunch every Sunday. Look for a combination of fresh, regular menu items along with daily specials. As part of dining in an inspiring setting, the galleries are open during CAM Café hours which makes it the perfect destination to enjoy art of the plate along with the art of the museum. 3201 S 17th St. (910) 777-2363. ■ SERVING LUNCH, BRUNCH & DINNER: Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 2 pm; Thursday evening, 5pm-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: camcafe.org ELIJAH’S Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront din-

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ing, 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 11:3011:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ILM; kids menu HENRY’S A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to

30 people. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929. SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. - Mon. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Tues.- Fri.: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sat.: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials. ■ WEBSITE: henrysrestaurant.com NICHE Niche Kitchen and Bar features an eclectic menu, a large wine list, and a warm and inviting atmosphere. Close to Carolina Beach, Niche has a great selection of dishes from land to sea. All dishes are cooked to order, and Sundays features a great brunch menu! Niche’s heated covered patio is perfect for anytime of the year and great for large parties. And their bar has a great assortment of wines, even offered half off by the glass on Tuesdays-Thursdays. Open Tues. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling 910-399-4701. ■ OPEN LUNCH AND DINNER: Tues.-Sun., 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: nichewilmington.com PINE VALLEY MARKET Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and takehome frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: pinevalleymarket.com THE TROLLY STOP Trolly Stop Grill and Catering is a four store franchise in North Carolina. Trolly Stop Hotdogs opened in Wrightsville Beach in 1976. That store name has never changed. Since the Wrightsville Beach store, the newer stores sell hotdogs, hamburgers, beef and chicken cheese steaks, fries, hand dipped ice cream, milk shakes, floats and more. Our types of dogs are: Southern (Trolly Dog, beef and pork), Northern (all beef), Smoke Sausage (pork), Fat Free (turkey), Veggie (soy). Voted Best Hot Dog in Wilmington for decades. Check our website trollystophotdogs.com for hours of operations, specific store offer-

ings and telephone numbers, or contact Rick Coombs, 910-297-8416, rtrollystop@aol. com We offer catering serving 25-1000 people. Franchises available ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wilmington, Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921 Southport (910) 457-7017 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 ■ WEBSITE: trollystophotdogs.com

ASIAN CANDLE NUT RESTAURANT Candle Nut Restaurant makes all of its food from scratch using recipes passed down generations following Indonesian-Asian traditions. We use fresh turmeric, galangal, ginger, candle nuts, lemon grass and lime leaves to provide your meal with rich flavor. Many of our famous signature dishes such as Beef Rendang, Sweet Soy Eggplant, Javanese Chicken Soup and Chili Sambals, are unique in flavor and found only at Candle Nut Restaurant. We also offer delicious Vegetarian and Vegan options. Check our website, Facebook and other social media sites. Located at 2101-1 Market Street, near Port City Java and Burnt Mill Creek Bar. For reservations, and take out: Phone: 910-399-2054 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.-Thurs. 11am-3 pm, 5pm- 9 pm; Fri. & Sat. 11am10pm; Sun. 11am-9 pm. Closed Monday. ■ FEATURING: Try our lunch specials from 11am – 3 pm for $7.99. Tuesday & Wednesday unwind with our wine special for $4.00/ glass. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: candlenutrestaurant.com 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: indochinewilmington.com NIKKI’S FRESH GOURMET For more than a decade, Nikki’s downtown has served diners the best in sushi. With freshly crafted ingredients making up their rolls, sushi and sashimi, a taste of innovation comes with every order. Daily they offer specialty rolls specific to the Front Street location, such as the My Yoshi, K-Town and Crunchy Eel rolls. But for less adventurous diners looking for options beyond sushi, Nikki’s serves an array of sandwiches, wraps and gyros, too. They also make it a point to host all dietary needs, omnivores, carnivores and herbivores alike. They have burgers and cheesesteaks, as well as falafal pitas and veggie wraps, as well as an extensive Japanese fare menu, such as bento boxes and tempura platters. Daily dessert and drink special are also on order. Check out their website and Facebook for more information. 16 S. Front St. (910) 771-9151. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.Thurs., 11am-10pm; Fri.-Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 12pm-10pm. Last call on food 15 min-

utes before closing. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: nikkissushibar.com OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE We have reinvented “Hibachi cuisine.” Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse is like no other. Our highly skilled chefs cook an incredible dinner while entertaining you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. We are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure we serve only the finest food products. We believe good, healthy food aids vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of steak, seafood, and chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill.” We also serve tastebud-tingling Japanese sushi, hand rolls, sashimi, tempura dishes, and noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Our all-you-can-eat sushie menu and daily specials can be found at okamisteakhouse.com! 614 S College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.Thurs., 11am-2:30pm / 4-10pm; Fri., 11am2:30pm / 4pm-11pm; Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 11am-9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: okamisteakhouse.com SZECHUAN 132 Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch specials

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■ WEBSITE: szechuan132.com YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172. ■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week, 5pm; Sun-Wed. ‘til 10pm, Thurs ‘til 11pm, Fri-Sat ‘til Midnight. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees. Wednesday 80S NIGHT - 80s music and menu prices. Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert. ■ WEBSITE: yosake.com. @yosakeilm on Twitter & Instagram. Like us on Facebook. YOSHI Yoshi Sushi Bar and Japanese Cuisine offers something the greater Wilmington area has never seen before. We are seeking to bring true New York Style Sushi to Wilmington, with classic sushi and sashimi, as well as traditional rolls and some unique Yoshi Creations. We offer a variety of items, including Poke Bowls and Hibachi - and we also are introducing true Japanese Ramen Bowls! Come try it today! 260 Racine Dr, Wilmington 28403 (910)7996799 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. 12pm11pm, Mon.-Thurs. 11am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am11pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.yoshisushibarandjapanesecuisine.com

BAGELS ROUND BAGELS AND DONUT Round Bagels and Donuts features 17 varieties of New York-style bagels, baked fresh daily on site in a steam bagel oven. Round offers a wide variety of breakfast and lunch bagel sandwiches, grilled and fresh to order. Round also offers fresh-made donuts daily! Stop by Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., and on Sunday, 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Homemade bagels, cream cheeses, donuts, sandwiches, coffee and more ■ WEBSITE: roundbagelsanddonuts.com

DINNER THEATRE THEATRENOW TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events. Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street (910) 399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, ■ WEBSITE: theatrewilmington.com

FONDUE 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; open 7 days/week seasonally, May-October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; “Date night menu,” $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half-price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Tuesdays on the deck, 7 – 9p.m., May-Oct ■ WEBSITE: littledipperfondue.com

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 every day for

both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area. ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenfield Lake/ Downtown South ■ FEATURING: Homemade soups, desserts and breads, free open wifi, new enlarged patio area, and big screen TVs at the bar featuring major soccer matches worldwide. ■ WEBSITE: harpwilmington.com SLAINTE IRISH PUB Slainte Irish Pub in Monkey Junction has traditional pub fare with an Irish flair. We have a large selection of Irish whiskey, and over 23 different beers on draft, and 40 different craft beers in bottles. They have a large well lit outdoor patio with a full bar also. Come have some fun! They currently do not take reservations, but promise to take care of you when you get here! 5607 Carolina Beach Rd. #100, (910) 399-3980 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 11:30 a.m.

to midnight, seven days a week ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington, Monkey Junction ■ FEATURING: Irish grub, whiskeys, beer, wine, fun. ■ WEBSITE: facebook.com/slaintemj

ITALIAN ANTONIO’S Serving fresh, homemade Italian fare in midtown and south Wilmington, Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta is a family-owned restaurant which serves New York style pizza and pasta. From daily specials during lunch and dinner to a friendly waitstaff ensuring a top-notch experience, whether dining in, taking out or getting delivery, to generous portions, the Antonio’s experience is an unforgettable one. Serving subs, salads, pizza by the slice or pie, pasta, and more, dine-in, take-out and delivery! 3501 Oleander Dr., #2, and 5120 S. College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.) ■ NEIGHBORHOOD DELIVERY OFFERED: Monkey Junction and near Independence Mall ■ WEBSITE: antoniospizzaandpasta.com THE ITALIAN BISTRO The Italian Bistro is a family-owned, fullservice Italian restaurant and pizzeria located

in Porters Neck. They offer a wide variety of N.Y. style thin-crust pizza and homemade Italian dishes seven days a week! The Italian Bistro strives to bring customers a variety of homemade items made with the freshest, local ingredients. Every pizza and entrée is made to order and served with a smile from our amazing staff. Their warm, inviting, atmosphere is perfect for “date night” or “family night.” Let them show you why “fresh, homemade and local” is part of everything they do. 8211 Market St. (910) 686-7774 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.9:30 p.m., Sun.brunch, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Porters Neck ■ WEBSITE: italianbistronc.com SLICE OF LIFE “Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 2519444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and Col-

lege Road, (910) 799-1399. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m., 7 days/week, 365 days/year. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South. ■ FEATURING: Largest tequila selection in town! ■ WEBSITE: grabslice.com

MEXICAN ZOCALO Zocalo Street Food and Tequila brings a modern version of cooking traditional Mexican street food through perfected recipes, with excellent presentation. Zócalo was the main ceremonial center for the Aztecs, and presently, it is the main square in central Mexico City. It bridges old school tradition with a twist of innovative cooking. Zocalo also has weekly events, such as their margarita and food tasting every Monday, 5-8 p.m., and a live taco station every Tuesday , 5-8 p.m. Live Latin music Is showcased every other Saturday and Sunday brunch begins at 10 a.m. Be sure to try Zocalo’s wide selection of the best tequilas! Owned and operated locally, locations are in Wilmington and Jacksonville, NC. Take out and delivery available through most apps. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER AND

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SANDWICHES J. MICHAEL’S PHILLY DELI The Philly Deli celebrated their 38th anniversary in August 2017. Thier first store was located in Hanover Center—the oldest shopping center in Wilmington. Since, two more Philly Delis have been added: one at Porters Neck and one at Monkey Junction. The Philly Deli started out by importing all of their steak meat and hoagie rolls straight from Amoroso Baking Company, located on 55th Street in downtown Philadelphia! It’s a practice they maintain to this day. We also have a great collection of salads to choose from, including the classic chef’s salad, chicken salad, and tuna salad, all made fresh every day in our three Wilmington, NC restaurants. 8232 Market St., 3501 Oleander Dr., 609 Piner Rd. ■ OPEN: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Monday Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday Saturday. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Porters Neck, North and South Wilmington, ■ WEBSITE: https://phillydeli.com

SEAFOOD CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD COMPANY Founded in 2008 by Evans and Nikki Trawick, Cape Fear Seafood Company has become a local hotspot for the freshest, tastiest seafood in the area. With it’s growing popularity, the restaurant has expanded from its flagship eatery in Monkey Junction to locations in Porters Neck and Waterford in Leland. “We are a dedicated group of individuals working together as a team to serve spectacular food, wine and spirits in a relaxed and casual setting,” restaurateur Evans Trawick says. “At CFSC every dish is prepared with attention to detail, quality ingredients and excellent flavors. Our staff strives to accommodate guests with a sense of urgency and an abundance of southern hospitality.” Cape Fear Seafood Company has been recognized by encore magazine for best seafood in 2015, as well as by Wilmington Magazine in 2015 and 2016, and Star News from 2013 through 2016. Monkey Junction: 5226 S. College Road Suite 5, 910-799-7077. Porter’s Neck: 140 Hays Lane #140, 910-6811140. Waterford: 143 Poole Rd., Leland, NC 28451 ■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER: 11:30am4pm daily; Mon.-Thurs.., 4pm-9pm; Fri.-Sat., 4pm-10pm; Sun., 4pm-8:30pm. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, north Wilmington and Leland ■ WESBITE: capefearseafoodcompany.com

CATCH Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910799-3847. ■ SERVING DINNER: Mon.-Sat. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: catchwilmington.com DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 7622827. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Fresh daily steamed oysters. ■ WEBSITE: dockstreetoysterbar.net MICHAEL’S SEAFOOD’S

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RESTAURANT Established in 1998, Michael’s Seafood Restaurant is locally owned and operated by Shelly McGowan and managed by her team of culinary professionals. Michael’s aspires to bring you the highest quality and freshest fin fish, shell fish, mollusks, beef, pork, poultry and produce. Our menu consists of mainly locally grown and made from scratch items. We count on our local fishermen and farmers to supply us with seasonal, North Carolina favorites on a daily basis. Adorned walls include awards such as 3 time gold medalist at the International Seafood Chowder Cook-Off, Entrepreneur of the Year, Restaurant of the Year and Encores readers’ choice in Best Seafood to name a few. 1206 N. Lake Park Blvd. (910) 458-7761 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days 11 am – 9 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Carolina Beach ■ FEATURING: Award-winning chowder, local seafood and more! ■ WEBSITE: MikesCfood.com OCEANIC Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551. ■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH: Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dine on renovated Crystal Pier. ■ WEBSITE: OceanicRestaurant.com THE PILOT HOUSE The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South. We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors

in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks. Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910-343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 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 ■ WEBSITE: pilothouserest.com SHUCKIN’ SHACK Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-458-7380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). The Shack is the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more. Come in and check out the Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time! ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Carolina Beach Hours: Mon-Sat: 11am-2am; Sun: Noon-2am, Historic Wilmington: Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat: 11am-Midnight. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Carolina Beach/Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on Facebook! ■ WEBSITE: TheShuckinShack.com

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

SPORTS BAR CAROLINA ALE HOUSE Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 S. College Rd. (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: CarolinaAleHouse.com

TAPAS/WINE BAR THE FORTUNATE GLASS WINE BAR Now under new ownership, Tom Noonan invites you to enjoy his remodeled space, featuring a new sound system and new bar, in a warm, relaxed environment. Taste 40 craft beers, over 400 wines by the bottle, a wide selection of cheese and charcuterie, with gourmet small plates and desserts to go! And don’t miss their weekly wine tastings, every Tuesday, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. ■ SERVING DINNER & LATE NIGHT: Mon., Closed; Tues.-Thurs., 4 p.m. - 12 a.m.; Fri., 4 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sat., 2 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sun., 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown, 29 S Front St. ■ WEBSITE: fortunateglass.com

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesdays. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Pig’s feet and chitterlings. ■ WEBSITE: caseysbuffet.com

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In all seriousness though, anyone who feels Wilmington is lacking in the “healthy food” department,” welp, say hello to your new jam! I can count on one hand the number of establishments that specialize entirely in supporting a healthy lifestyle. While we do house a few that dabble in vegan and vegetarian cuisine, business model strictly centered around nourishing the body from the inside out are few and far between. The best part about Kale Me Crazy? The super food café is so much more than a quick juice joint. It’s a one-stop shop for all things nutritious lunch. Smoothie and salads and wraps ... oh my! The industrial space is exactly what I imagined a health-food haven to be: clean, sleek, simple. The balanced menu is surprisingly expansive with everything from bountiful acai bowls, bobbing with dates and coconut milk, to smoked salmon toast with goat cheese. Though the quickservice franchise is a chain, KMC boasts an on-site, from-scratch kitchen. Say it with me: Kale, yeah! After placing a hefty order, the cashier handed me my Revive Juice in a bottle. I was expecting the fresh juice squeezed in front of me. When I asked the friendly associate where it was made, she pointed to the kitchen and assured me it was recently prepared. Although there is something novel about seeing colorful contents of juice wedged and whizzed through a blender, preparing and bottling ahead-of-time provides a far more efficient service model. The vibrant liquid—sweet from pineapple, zippy from ginger, earthy from kale, and fresh from cucumber—tasted like it was, in fact, cold-pressed a few hours before. No complaints! It was nearly one 100 degrees that day, so the Tropical Trippin’ Smoothie was just begging to be blended. It was easily my favorite mouthful of the entire KMC experience—and the item I’ll be returning for again. The cashier thoughtfully asked to split the smoothie into two cups for me and my lunch date, and even sprinkled shredded coconut onto our half portions. The tropical yellow liquid was a Wrightsville Beach day in a cup: coconut yogurt, coconut milk, sweet mango, sugary pineapple, and fresh orange (the latter of which I was told was squeezed in-house). Not only do the massive buckets of citrus show customers the juice is

CRISP AND FRESH: The smoked salmon salad makes for a deliciously healthy lunch with one of Kale Me Crazy’s Revive juices. Photo by Tom Dorgan

coming straight from the source, but the cashier told me there wasn’t an ounce of sugar in the back of the house, either. #Winning. Obviously, we didn’t go wrong with juices and smoothies. But how did the food stack up? Let’s talk toast. We started with the “single” avocado toast (which was one square slice cut in two). The base was Ezekiel Bread—an easily-digested sprouted whole-grain loaf loaded with organic millet, lentils and barley. The nutty toast was just sturdy enough to handle the chilled, lightly salted avocado spread, tangy Dijon mustard, and thinly sliced hard-boiled eggs topped with oniony scallions. It was simple, refreshing, and a heavenly textural combo of creamy and crunchy. It was the type of avocado toast that made me wonder why I don’t make avocado toast more often. I was tempted by the tuna wrap (welcome to my life), but was slightly turned off at the words “non-dairy mayo.” The cashier was confident I wouldn’t be able to tell the difference, but I didn’t want to risk the disappointment. If KMC was an entirely vegan establishment, I would understand them exclusively opting for non-dairy spreads, but with cheese on a few other items, it’s not as if there’s no dairy in sight. Preparing the tuna both ways would have been ideal (as having only one option steered me away), but I understand the ease of making one mix and calling it a day. And so I went with my backup plan: chicken pesto wrap. The pesto was fresh and herby and the sun-dried tomatoes gave each bite a tart chew. However, I wasn’t so happy

with the meat. The words “organic chicken” are always a people-pleaser, but the meat tasted like a familiar sliced deli product I’m unfortunately not a fan of. While the brand is certainly reputable and a solid choice, I’ve always found it fairly bland. Everything else in the wrap was satisfying—generous handfuls of tender butter lettuce, melted mozzarella and crunchy cucumbers. Thick slices of grilled chicken would have sealed the deal. A sucker for salmon, my date went for the smoked salmon salad. One thing I definitely took notice of with both of our lunch options was KMC didn’t skimp on the nutrient-rich ingredients. They didn’t hold back on toppings or hide things in a mixture of bagged lettuce. Fresh, hand-picked greens in particular seemed to be a common thread throughout nearly every dish. The salad was garnished with sliced hardboiled eggs, crunchy radishes, tart pickled red onions, and a tangy mustard dill vinaigrette. The grassy, herbaceous dill, salty salmon, and crunchy pumpernickel croutons were a thoughtful medley. It was gone pretty quickly.

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We left feeling revitalized—not like we needed to curl up in a cheeseburger coma and nap off a basket of onion rings. I dig food on every end of the spectrum, but when I want my insides to thank me, I’ll be tropical trippin’ at KMC.

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ILM HOLISTIC AND PSYCHIC EXPO June 8, 11am: We are bringing together the best of the best, Psychics, Astrologers, Healers, and Vendors in one location biannually! $7 donation at the door, includes free talks all day, Free Raffles, access to Vendor tables, Psychics and Mediums, Energy workers and Healers, Aura Camera, John of God Bed and more. Raffle with great prizes to be held at the end of the day, no

need to be present! Coastline Conference and Event Center, 501 Nutt St.

KURE BEACH MARKET June 11, 8am: Come shop the Kure Beach Market held every Tuesday beginning June 11 through August 27 from 8am-1pm! Shop for local hand crafted goods while enjoying beautiful ocean views! Located at the Kure Beach Ocean Front Park and Pavilion! Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

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HARVEST FEAST June 6, 5:30pm: Feast will include an auction, three course family-style dinner, and keynote from Keith Rhodes, renowned Chef and Owner of Catch. The meal will be fully sourced from local farmers and prepared by New Hanover High School’s Michael Hall and students. The proceeds will help fund the MLK Community Kitchen. MLK Center, 401 South 8th St.

PICNIC BENEFIT June 8, 11am: Picnic Benefit to help local church recover from Florence. Per Skip Williams, Pastor Hampstead United Methodist Church. The picnic will be held June 8th from 11am to 2pm. Suggested donations of $10 will receive grilled chicken breast, mac’n’cheese, coleslaw, tea/water and dessert, eat in or carry out. We will also sell chicken breasts by themselves, to take home for later. All proceeds to Saint John’s Church of Christ, 106 Brown Town Road, Hampstead, NC. The Hampstead/Pender community and all are invited to participate in this Picnic Benefit. Hampstead United Methodist Church, 15395 US-17, Hampstead, NC. Contact info: Bill.Pearson@Comarkinc.com. Hampstead United Methodist Church, 15395 US-17 KB OCEAN LIFE PROJECT June 9, 7pm: Meet Kure Beach Ambassadors for an engaging, family-friendly beach walk and educational talk. Topics will include Kure Beach history, beach safety, wildlife education, shell and fossil finding tips, and beach activities for children. Bring your shovels and buckets. Sponsored by the Shoreline Access and Beach Protection Committee. Beach Access at N Avenue, N Avenue

music OPEN-MIC AT TIDAL CREEK Comedians, singers, songwriters, poets, yodelers! Come out the co-op on Wednesday night & show us what you got! Free coffee SUNSET MUSIC CRUISE Fri., 6:30pm: Looking for something different to do? Look no further! Come aboard The Wilmington, our comfortable catamaran, for a fun cruise down the Cape Fear River as we cruise into the sunset. Grab a tasty cocktail or drink from our full bar and sit back and relax as you listen to live music from local musicians. This is a one-of-a-kind music venue in Wilmington and this cruise is one of our most popular excursions, so be sure to book early! Wilmington Water Tours, 212 Water St. KURE BEACH BOOGIE IN THE PARK Every 1st & 3rd Sunday, through Oct 20, 5pm-7pm, skips Labor Day weekend. A free concert series at Kure Beach’s Ocean Front Park. Bring your beach chair or blanket, friends, family, and neighbors and enjoy the music! May 5, 5pm-7pm, will be featuring the Wilmington Big Band bringing timeless standards and hip pop music! Purchase your Boogie in the Park gear at the link provided. https://shop.spreadshirt.com/tokb. Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave. LIVE ON THE LOOP!

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Live On The Loop is back for our 2019 Season! Beginning on May 2nd, enjoy live music with us every Thursday from 6-9pm at The Sailfish! Experience some of Wilmington’s best local artists with drink specials and delicious food options! 6/6: Randy McQuay; 6/13: Striking Copper; 6/20: Exacta Duo; 6/27: Elliott Smith; 7/11: L-Shape Lot; 7/18: Two Picky Guys; 7/25: Folkstone Stringband; 8/1: Selah Dubb; 8/8: Justin Cody Foxx; 8/15: Dos Eddies; 8/22: Crystal Fussell; 8/29: Desperado Duo; 9/5: Access 29; 9/12: Cross Creek Band; 9/19: The Casserole; 9/26: Signal Fire Acoustic. The Sailfish, 2570 Scotts Hill Loop Rd. PORT CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL June 6, 5pm: The 11th annual Port City Music Festival (www.portcitymusicfestival.org) returns to CAM and for the second year kicks off with a performance by young musicians at 5pm playing a selection of chamber music, prior to the main concert at 7pm. Free and open to the public, preregistration suggested for both concerts. Program includes Franz Schubert’s Piano Quintet in A, D. 667 (Trout Quintet), and Gian Carlo Menotti’s one-act opera The Telephone-featuring mezzo-soprano Kyle Engler, and new to the festival, tenor Perry Brisbon joining the Festival’s Music Director and Cellist/Conductor Dr. Stephen Framil.Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th Street

ocean in the Museum planetarium at the start of World Oceans Month. (32 minutes). Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. PLANETARIUM: INTO THE DEEP June 8, 2pm: Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea” as you and your visitors embark on an oceanic safari to the world’s most vibrant — and endangered — marine ecosystems. Fulldome Film from the California Academy of Sciences. (26 minutes). Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. NC FILM FORUM June 12, 5:30pm: An initiative built to connect our community’s creatives & sustain the film industry in Southeastern North Carolina! The June meetup will be about the latest in Virtual Reality projects. Come meet the VR Artists In Residence at Cucalorus and explore the wild world of virtual reality. Jengo’s Playhouse, 815 Princess St.

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SHAKESPEARE BRUNCH TheatreNOW hosts monthly Shakespeare brunch, abridged readings of one of the Bard’s classic plays. Reserved seating. Doors open at 11:30am. $5 of every ticket sold will go to a local Shakespeare educational outreach program. Brunch & dessert with choice of entrée included in ticket. June 16: “Hamlet”; June 21: “Midsummer Night’s Dream”; Aug. 18: “Romeo & Juliet.” TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St.

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Sundays. From Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson comes a one-man show that chronicles his life as a Black artist in the Hill District in Pittsburgh. From stories about his first jobs to his first loves and his experiences with racism, Wilson recounts his life from his roots to the completion of The American Century Cycle. “How I Learned What I Learned” gives an inside look into one of the most celebrated playwriting voices of the twentieth century. Performance dates: Tickets are $18 Thursdays, $22 seniors/students/military, $25 general admission and can be purchased by calling 910-367-5237 or visiting www.bigdawgproductions.org. Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St. THIS HURRICANE BLOWS: A CAT 5 COMEDY Through June 29, 2019, Fri &Sat at 7pm. Written by Celia Rivenbark and Kevin Parker and directed by James Bowling. Dinner and show, $48 ($10 off opening weekend); show only tickets, $22-$27. The South’s sassiest playwright and her hilarious muse are back with this original, timely show about a Southern couple with Northern neighbors that must endure an insanely long hurricane together. theatrewilmington.com. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL June 5, 7:30pm: The Greek gods are real, and they’re ruining Percy Jackson’s life. As a son of Poseidon, Percy has newly discovered powers he can’t control, monsters on his trail, and he is on an epic quest to find Zeus’s lightning bolt and prevent a war be-

tween the gods. Normal is a myth when you’re a demigod. This “winning adaptation” (The Hollywood Reporter) of the bestselling Disney-Hyperion novel by Rick Riordan is “electrifying!” (Newsday). Featuring a “fast-paced, decibel-blasting” score (The Broadway Blog), this musical is “mesmerizing” and proves “lightning can strike twice!” (TheaterMania). Wilson Center, 703 N. 3rd St. LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST See page 27. OUT NC See page 26.

art MEET LOCAL ARTISTS Meet working artists, and see works in progress. Everything from sculptures to fine jewelry in this unique location. Free parking, fun for everyone. Over 45 artist’s works to enjoy. Free, and we participate in the 4th Friday Art Walks, 6-9pm, 4th Fri. ea. mo. theArtWorks, 200 Willard St. FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, Wilmington’s premier after-hours celebration of art and culture, 6-9pm, fourth Fri. ea. month. Art openings, artist demonstrations, entertainment and refreshments. Administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County, numerous venues participate. artscouncilofwilmington.org TINY WORLDS

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Chelsea Lea’s “Tiny Worlds” on display at Waterline Brewery. Body of work explores imaginary places made inside cigar boxes. Larger than life sculptures surround these miniature dioramas. www.ChelseaLeaMetals.com. 721 Surry St. BRAYERS, BRUSHES & COLOR PENCILS New exhibit of printmaking and drawings by artist David Norris, presented by Art in Bloom in partnership with Checker Cab productions at Platypus and Gnome. David (BFA from ECUs’ School of Art) has begun a series of monoprints that combine printing techniques with color pencils and lithograph crayons. They build on and compliment a long-standing series of regional cityscapes and landscapes done in watercolor and color pencil. He also works in other media ranging from black and white pen drawings to silverpoint, scrimshaw, linoleum block prints, collage. 910-769-9300 for dinner reservations. Platypus & Gnome, 9 S. Front St. BIRDS OF A FEATHER Through June 9: Art at the Bellamy Mansion Museum featuring original photography by Jeffrey P Karnes. Light refreshments available. Carolyn Gonzalez at 910-251-3700 x 306. cgonzalez@bellamymansion.org. Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St. FREE ART DEMO Pop-up art exhibit with David A. Norris, whoselatest series combines monoprinting techniques along with colored pencils and lithograph crayons. In addition to the work displayed at Art in Bloom Gallery, David’s

United Methodist, 409 S. 5th Ave. BABS MCDANCE Group classes for all levels are designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced dancers! We will begin the class with the basics and instruct you through a few exciting dance moves! Mon., 7pm: International Rumba Class • Mon., 8pm: Argentine Tango • Tues., 7pm, West Coast Swing; 8pm, East Coast Swing. • Wed., 7pm, Bachata; 8pm, Hustle • Thurs., 7pm: Shag Level 1; 8pm, Shag Levels 2 and 3. All classes are $10 per person, $15 per couple, $5 for military/ students with ID. $5. Babs McDance Social Dance Club & Ballroom, 6782 Market St.

SHAKESPEAREAN BALLET: Wilmington Ballet Company will perform Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at Wilson Center on June 8. Courtesy photo

current exhibit, “Brayers, Brushes, and Color Pencils by David Norris,” is on display at Platypus & Gnome Restaurant through June 3. Art in Bloom Gallery, 210 Princess St. FLEUR ESSENCE Shows through June 17 and is available to view through the artists upon request. For information on artists and their works www. diverseworksilm.com. ACME Art Studios, 711 N. 5th St. UNCW 2019 PRINTFEST EXHIBITION June 6, 5:30–7pm: Over the past several

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years, UNCW’s Art & Art History Department has hosted a biennial event called “Printfest”. Printfest is a daylong public printmaking showcase on the UNCW campus. Using a two-ton construction paving roller and an unlikely press bed – the parking lot of the Cultural Arts building – a team of artists and volunteers work collaboratively to print largescale woodcuts throughout the day. For each of the Printfest events held during 2014, 2015 & 2017, dozens of independent artists and multiple colleges from across North Carolina carved designs into 4’ x 6’ wood, which were then inked and printed on muslin before a live audience. The theme of the woodcut designs each year is based on the work of local non-profits. The 2019 edition of Printfest was based on the theme of Ocean Pollution in collaboration with Plastic Ocean Project. The exhibition will highlight the work produced during the UNCW 2019 Printfest held on April 13, 2019 as well as feature the woodblocks used during the event, photographs, video and tools used by the artists. On display through July 3. CAB Art Gallery, UNCW, 5270 Randall Dr. HISTORICAL WORKS June 14, opening reception: Robert F. Irwin’s summer exhibition pays homage to all of the artists and mentors who have influenced him throughout his life, leaving their mark on his work. Nearly a decade ago, Irwin – not to be confused with the installation artist also named Robert Irwin – added another page to his lengthy resume: published author. Published in 2004, “40 Years” is Irwin’s autobiography, a no-holds-barred account of every aspect of his creative life, embellished with page after page of photographs of his dynamic paintings. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery at Cape Fear Community College, 200 Hanover Street

dance CAPE FEAR CONTRA DANCERS Come on out for two hours of energetic, contemporary American country dancing with live music. Dress cool & comfortable, softsoled shoes. All ages. 2nd/4th Tues, 7:30pm.

CONTRA DANCE Join us for our Tuesday night dance. Community Social Dancing - all ages welcome for energetic, fun dancing to live music. Come solo or with a friend - if you can smile, walk and know left from right, you can contra dance! Year round, every 2nd and 4th Tuesday. 5th Ave United Methodist Church, 409 S 5th Ave. A MIDSUMER NIGHT’S DREAM June 9, 6pm: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, presented by the Wilmington Ballet Company and in collaboration with the US International Ballet (the region’s only professional ballet company) presents a tale of magic, celebration, and a humorous disarray among the human couples in love. Tickets range from $10-$25. Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, 703 North 3rd St.

comedy OPEN MIC Wildest open mic in town ... anything goes. (except cover songs). Stand-up comedy, slam poetry, video, live music, odd talents— performances of all kinds. Hosted by 6-beer Steve. Sign up, 8pm, and runs all night. Juggling Gypsy 1612 Castle St. ILM, (910) 763-2223 daily after 3pm for details. www. jugglinggypsy.com. GRUFF GOAT COMEDY First Wed. ea. month, Gruff Goat Comedy features Three Guest Comics Under a Bridge. No Trolls. Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Lane. PRIMETIME COMEDY See some of NC’s best stand-up comedians in a world class venue! This month’s talented performers: Brett Williams, Cordero Wilson, Grant Sheffield, Louis Bishop, and Tyler Wood. Hosted by: Wills Maxwell. N Front Theatre (formerly City Stage), 21 N Front St. LUCKY JOE COMEDY SHOW First Sat. ea. month is free show at Lucky Joe Craft Coffee on College Road presented by Regretful Villains. The show features a new style of stand-up called Speed Joking. Come enjoy a night of laughs! 1414 S College Rd. LIVE RIFFING AND VINTAGE TV Every Wed. join Dead Crow Comedy for improv night. Join local comedians for a TV party at Dead Crow! An interactive improvised comedy show. 265 N. Front St. DAREDEVIL IMPROV COMEDY TROUPE

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museums CAMERON ART MUSEUM On exhibit: “A Time When Art Is Everywhere: teamLab,” an art collective and interdisciplinary group of programmers, engineers, CG animators, mathematicians artists and architects, creates digital artworks that bridge art, science, technology, design and the natural world. Designs are immersive interpretations deeply rooted in Japanese art, aesthetic and history. Through Sept. 8. • Sunday Exhibition Tours: Explore, discover and discuss the art work currently on view with these docent-led tours. Admission: CAM members, free; others, museum admission. CAM Café open and serving delicious menu with full bar. Brunch, Sat. and Sun., 10am-2pm; Tues.-Fri., 11am-2pm; Thurs. 5-9pm. Museum, 10am-5pm; Thurs., 10am-9pm. cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St.

CAPE FEAR MUSEUM Hundreds of toys and games are on view in PlayTime!—classics, like Lincoln Logs, toy soldiers, an Erector set and a Mr. Potato Head, and even old faves like wooden tops, blocks and dolls. Remember those toys that, for whatever reason, we just had to have? Some of those fad favorites like the Rubik’s cube and 1960s Liddle Kiddle dolls are on exhibit along with toy figures from fast food kids’ meals. Explore toy history in custom label books. Play, create, and imagine in Cape Fear Museum’s newest exhibit, PlayTime! Engage with museum educators in these short, drop-in programs. Activities change weekly and may include puzzles, games, blocks, and more. Adult participation is required. Fun for all ages! Free for members or with general admission • Camera Collections! With today’s smart phones and digital cameras, photography is everywhere. Until the invention of the camera in 1839, there was no way to instantly capture the environment around you. In less than 200 years, cameras have progressed from complicated contraptions only used by professionals, to simple boxes with a roll of film anyone could operate, to handheld computers that create digital images shared with the world. 86 cameras and 145 photographic accessories showcases changes in technology and styles, from late 1800s-early 2000s. capefearmuseum.com. $8/adults, $7/seniors, college & military, $5/youth. CF Museum, 814 Market St. WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM WB 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 yr. history of WB. (910) 256-2569. 303 W. Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com. WILMINGTON RR MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mon. at 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child, ages 2-12, and free under age 2. 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634. www.wrrm.org. LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 125pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. Latimer House of Lower

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Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. BURGWIN-WRIGHT HOUSE 18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd/Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am4pm. Last tour, 3pm. 910-762-0570. burgwinwrighthouse.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 (18211907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, it focuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action. 910-251-3700. bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St. BATTLESHIP June 8, 10am: Battleship 101—Try on helmets, type on vintage typewriters, talk on original phones, use semaphore flags, create your own stencil, try Morse code, write V-Mail and more! Friendly, knowledgeable volunteers stationed throughout the ship engage visitors about shipboard life and technologies. Great for all ages! • June 8, 10am: For DDay’s 75th anniversary, retired Navy Captain WilburJones, a nationally known Wilmington author and military historian, will discuss the U.S. Navy’s role (Operation Neptune) in executing the Normandy invasion. He will lecture briefly at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., and will be available for questions and exchanges during the entire period. He will show a continuous slide show of the Navy’s D-Day involvement. Jones will also sign copies of his World War II books including the award-winning “A Sentimental Journey” and “The Journey Continues,” both about wartime Wilmington; “Football! Navy! War!”; and “Gyrene: The World War II United States Marine.”• June 14, 10am: Fly your own flag at the Battleship on Flag Day! American Legion Post 10 Honor Guard assists visitors hoist and fold their flags. Makes a great video and family heirloom. A certificate of authenticity will be mailed to you. Battleship North Carolina, 1 Battleship Road

kids stuff SNAKE AND TURTLE FEEDING A brief presentation about the live animals on display in the events center and then watch them feed. At least one snake and turtle will be fed during the demonstration. Ages: 3 and up. First Wed. of every month. Cost: $1. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St. LITTLE EXPLORERS OUT AND ABOUT Thursdays, 11am, free. Program locations alternate between MLK Center and BRCHemenway Center. Meet friends in your

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community for fun hands-on activities! Enjoy interactive circle time, conduct exciting experiments and play games related to a weekly theme. Perfect for children ages 3 to 6 and their adult helpers. • At BRC-Hemenway Community Center, 507 McRae St.— May 30: Starry Night. PRESCHOOL POP-UP SCIENCE June 6, 10am: Meet new friends in your community for fun hands-on activities! New activities and circle time each week. Perfect for children ages 3 to 6 and their adult helpers. MLK Center, 401 South 8th St. • June 13, 10am, Hemenway Center, 507 McRae Street STORYTIME BY THE SEA Every Wednesday, June 12-August 14, 10am-11:30am—Come join the Princess and her fairytale friends from Fairytales and Dreams by the Sea 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 with the Princess! Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

recreational WALK WITH A DOC Join us the 3rd Saturday of every month at 9am for a fun and healthy walk—held at the Midtown YMCA. Each walk beings with a brief physician-led discussion of a current health topic, then he/she spends time walking, answering questions and talking with walkers. Choose your own pace and distance. Free and open to anyone. YMCA, George Anderson Dr. WB SCENIC TOURS Thurs., 10:30am: WB Scenic Tours birding boat cruise of Masonboro Island and Bradley Creek. Guided eco-cruises are educational boat tours designed to increase conservation awareness about local wildlife and sensitive coastline habitats in New Hanover County. Topics explained during the boat ride will include: salt marsh function, wetland plants, and strong emphasis on shorebird/water bird ecology and identification. Birding tours are best when scheduled at low tide. • Sunset Tour of WB, Thurs., 5pm: Sunset with Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours departs from the Blockade Runner Dock. Routes vary with season, weather, and whim on the Basic Sunset Cruise but may include Masonboro Island, Bradley Creek, Money Island or some other combination. Water, marsh, Shamrock, sunset—it’s a simple combination but very satisfying. Also, from experience, this is the best time to sight dolphins in the bay. RSVP: 910-200-4002 or wbst3000@gmail.com. WB Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd. HIKES AND BIRDING First Friday bird hikes, ages 5/up; free. We’ll search for migrants, residents, and point out year-round species too. These walks are for beginner birders and all are welcome. Halyburton, 4099. S. 17th St. WOMEN’S GOLF LEAGUE Wed., 9:30am, through May 29: 2 person

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the MLK Center, on 8th and will meander around the area including 7th Steet—to cover the Gregory Congregational Church where he will discuss the Wilmington Ten and up to 10th Street where Williston “Normal” School will be discussed, before heading over to Castle and 11th Street Those on the hike will learn about historical sites such as Gregory High, Robert Strange Park. This hike will be full of history gems before heading back to MLK Center, 401 South 8th St.Imam Abdul Rahman Shareef, is a noted historian and has traveled around the globe and was featured in the North Carolina Portraits of Faith highlighting the history of religions in the state of North Carolina. He is frequently requested to speak on Black History on many public forums. Registration is required: tinyurl.com/y3lsnhps.

teams. Format: Best Ball. Tournament will be May 29 with prizes awarded to low gross and low net. Includes 6 weeks of greens fees & one practice round. Register at the clubhouse or online www.inlandgreensgolf.com. Call 910-765-7459. $50/ player. Inland Greens Golf Course, 5945 Inland Greens Dr. FIRST FRIDAY BIRD HIKES 6/7, 7/5, 8/2, 9am: Join parkstaff for a leisurely bird-watching stroll around Halyburton Park the first Friday of each month. We’ll search for migrants and point out year-round bird species too. These walks are for beginner birders and all are welcome. 5 and up, free. Halyburton Park, 4099 S 17th St. TEEN GAME NIGHT Ages: 13-17. Free, 6-9pm. Video games, board games, other activities and refreshments. Pre-registration required. MLK Center, 401 S. 8th St. 910-341-7866. wilmingtonrecreation.com. MLK Community Center, 401 S. 8th St. FREE RUNNING CLINICS Starting on June 3rd, every Monday and Thursday: Free Running Clinics for 6 weeks. Venue locations will be updated periodically on Noexcusestc.com and are designed for all levels. Clinics are limited to 25 runners to maintain that personal instruction level. Downtown Hills/Wade Park, Water St. MOORE’S CREEK

classes/seminars TROPICAL ARRANGING: Alice’s Table will host a tropical flower arrangement class on June 8, 1 p.m., at Shuckin’ Shack in Leland. Find out more on their Facebook page. Courtesy photo

6/5, 8:30am – 12:30pm. Ages: 16 and up. $45. Halyburton Park, 4099 S 17th St. BLACK HISTORY HIKE June 6, 10am: This Urban Hike will be one and a half to two miles long. It will start at

ADULT CRAFTERNOONS New monthly meet-up for adults who enjoy crafting. Drop in on the first Monday afternoon of every month at the Northeast Library. A different usable craft project will be featured each month. Free program, with all supplies provided by a Friends of NHC Library LEAD Award. Reserve spot on calendar at www.NHCLibrary.org or 910-7986371. Librarian Annice Sevett: asevett@ nhcgov.com or 910-798-6371. 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. CRAFTEEN MINI GARDENS Crafty teens are invited for snacks and miniature garden making at Northeast Library. Hands-on workshop is free but space is limited. To make sure there are enough seats and supplies, register on calendar, NHCLibrary.org. 910-798-6371. NHC NE Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS June 5, 11:30am: Community Associations Institute invites all Wilmington-area community association leaders and managers to a workshop. The main topic of this work shop will be lessons learned from Hurricane Florence and how to prepare for disaster. The 2019 hurricane season officially opens Saturday June 1. Enjoy lunch with us and leave better prepared. Our panel’s feature speak-

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lectures/literary PROLOGUE: “THE LAST BATTLEGROUND” June 10, noon: Ben Steelman of Wilmington’s StarNews will sit down with author Philip Gerard to discuss his latest book, “The Last Battleground: The Civil War Comes to North Carolina.” MC Erny Gallery, 254 N. Front St. LIN FRYE: WATERCOLORIST The Art League of Leland (ALL) invites artists and art enthusiasts to its June 13 meeting with artist Lin Frye as its featured guest speaker. Frye will discuss sketching in its many forms, share tips and techniques for sketching, and demonstrate how sketchbooks allow her to tell her story in words and images. The meeting will take place from 4-6pm at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way, Leland.

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Bike Night at Mac’s Speed Shop, beer, bikes, BBQ. Featuring in concert: South Starr band playing great classic-southern R&R music! Mac’s Speed Shop, 4126 Oleander Dr.

youth facilitators, especially those who are trained to work with kids, and speakers to talk about important topics. wpyg2016@ gmail.com. ANXIETY / OCD SUPPORT GROUP Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd. Building B. Christopher Savard, Ph.D., with Cape Fear Psychological Services, gives a presentation the 1st Thursday of each month. 3rd Thursday meeting is member led. Everyone 18+ welcome. 910-763-8134

TEMPLE OF ISRAEL YARD SALE June 2, 10am: Benefitting Temple of Israel and Community Outreach Programs. Temple of Israel Reibman Center, 922 Market St.

culinary FERMENTAL Free tasting every Friday, 6pm. Third Wed. of each month feat. musical and brewing talents alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share, sample, and trade their creations: an evening of beer and an open stage. PA and equipment provided. All genres and beer. • June 8, 5pm: Crafting bold, creative, American style beers alongside Belgian-inspired ales, Burial Beer Co. maintains a dedication to creativity, tradition, modernization, and preservation. Food truck: CheeseSmith Food Truck. Live music: The Clams. 910821-0362. 7250 Market St. FREE BREWERY TOURS AND TASTINGS 3pm, 3:45pm, 4:30pm everyday at Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St. Learn how we brew our beer, meet brewers and get two free samples. ILM LOCAL FARMERS’ MARKET Wed., 5pm: Join us for a wonderful, exciting night of fun. Port City Farmer’s Market at Waterline Brewing Co. 100% local, 100% handmade. Shop among some incredible local vendors, artists and farmers. Support small businesses in your area. Fresh local produce, beef and pork products, sweets, pickled items, handcrafted jewelry and art. Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Ln. FREE WINE TASTING Sample some of the most delicious wines at SnS for free, with an optional $25 food pairing. Food pairings are designed specifically to go with each wine to bring out the fullest flavor of both. If you ever wanted to learn more about how to bring out the flavor of wine -n- food now you can experience a wonderful trip to flavor town. Benny Hill Jazz always starts at 7pm. Sweet n Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Place RIVERFRONT FARMERS’ MARKET

the arrival of the “perfect moment”—whenever you decree it is. LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP Meets third Saturday each month. Free; In the coming weeks, I suspect you will have the wisdom to criticize LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) drop-ins welcome. Group provides yourself in constructive ways which will at least partially solveare a longIn the coming weeks, I hope you’ll regularly give yourself to generous, participants opportunity to receive instanding problem. Hallelujah! I bet you will also understand what an to do expansive experiences. I hope you’ll think big, funny thoughts and feel troductory about lupus, encourage the to eliminate a bad habit by installing a good new habit. Please, info capitalspacious, experimental emotions. I hope you’ll get luxurious glimpses of concerns, provide an opize on that special knowledge! There’s one further expression capacity I suspect of the promise your future holds, and I hope you’ll visualize embarking portunity to share encourage you’ll have: the saucy ingenuity necessary to alleviate a festering fear.experiences, on adventures and projects you’ve been too timid or worried to conand support positivesider coping strategies, Be audacious! before now. For best results, be eager to utter the word “more!” and emphasize the importance of medical as you meditate on the French phrase “joie de vivre” and the English TAURUS (April 20-May 20) treatment. Guest speakers, DVD presenphrase “a delight in being alive.” What standards might we use in evaluating levels of sexual satisfactations and open group discussion. info@ tion? One crucial measure is the tenderness and respect partners have SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) lupusnc.org (877) 849-8271, x1. lupusnc. for each other. Others include the ability to play and have fun, the freeAccording to “Popular Mechanics” magazine, over 3 million sunken org. NE Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. dom to express oneself uninhibitedly, the creative attention devoted to

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 19)

ships are lying on the bottoms of the world’s oceans. Some of them unpredictable foreplay, and the ability to experience fulfilling orgasms. PFLAG contain billions of dollars’ worth of precious metals and jewels. Others How do you rate your own levels, Taurus? WhereverFirst you Mon/mo. may currently at UNCW, the Masonboro are in crammed with artifacts of great value to historians and archaeolofall on the scale, the coming months will be a timeIsland when you can ac- 7pm. Room #2010, gists. Here’s a crazy fact: Fewer than 1 percent of all potential treasures complish an upgrade. How? Read authors who specialize in the erotic have OF been investigated by divers. I bring it to your attention, Scorpio, COPING WITH While THE DEATH A SPOUSE/ arts. Talk to your partners with increased boldness and clarity. because I hope it might inspire you to explore your inner world’s equivPARTNER meditating, search for clues in the depths. alent of lost or unknown riches. The astrological omens suggest the

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a sixcoming weeks will be an excellent time to go searching for them. week, no-cost grief program for those copIf there were a hall of fame for writers, Shakespeare might have been ing with the death of SAGITTARIUS a spouse or partner (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) voted in first. His work is regarded as a pinnacle in of Wilmington intellectual brilon Wednesdays, Mayneed 15 god’s grace,” poet Scherezade Siobhan writes. “Some days you liance. Yet here’s a fun fact: The Bard quoted well over a June thousand other days: thewill feral tongue of vintage whiskey and a mouth kissed through 19. The“On group meetings passages from the Bible. Can you imagine a modern author being byatfire.” I’m Robert guessing, be held 10 a.m. to noon the Dr. M. Sagittarius, these days you might be inclined to taken seriously by the literati if he or she frequently invoked such a prefer the feral Room, tongue of vintage whiskey and a mouth kissed by fire. Fales Hospice Pavilion Conference fundamental religious text? I bring it to your attention to encourage you to my astrological analysis, those flashy phenomena would 1406 Physicians DriveAccording in Wilmington. Preto be Shakespeare-like in coming weeks—be willing to draw equally notcall motivate you to take the corrective and adaptive measures you acregistration is required; 910-796-7991 from both intellectual and spiritual sources. Be a deep thinker who comneed. The to register. lcfh.org. tually Dr. Robert M. grace Fales of god—or whatever passes for the grace of god munes with sacred truths., Synergize the functions of your discerning in your world—is Hospice Pavilion, 1406 Physicians Dr. the influence that will best help you accomplish what’s mind and devotional heart.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

necessary. Fortunately, I suspect you know how to call on and make full

ADULTS COPING WITHuse GRIEF of that grace. CANCER (June 21-July 22) Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a no“People will choose unhappiness over uncertainty,” Cancerian author cost, six-week series of growth and educaCAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) and entrepreneur Timothy Ferriss writes. He doesn’t do that himself, but Capricorn poet William tion groups for adults coping with grief on Stafford articulated some advice I think you is quite eager to harvest the perks of dwelling in uncertainty. I presume need to hear24. right now. Please, hold it close to your awareness for the Mondays, Mayhave 13 through June Meetsuch aptitude has played a role in his huge success; his books “Saying be held 4-6 next p.m.21 atdays. the Dr. Rob-things you do not have to say weakens your talk,” appeared on bestseller lists and podcasts have ings beenwill downloaded he wrote. Conference “Hearing things you do not need to hear dulls your hearing.” ert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion more than 300 million times. In telling you this, I’m not encouraging you By practicing such protective measures, Capricorn, you will foster and Room, 1406 Drive in Wilmingto embrace the fertile power of uncertainty 24 hours a day, 365 Physicians days safeguard youron mental be no group meeting May health. Here’s another gift from Stafford: “Things every year. I am urging you to do just that for theton. nextThere threewill weeks. you know before you hear them—those are you, those are why you are 27 (Memorial There will be big payoffs if you do, including rich teachings on theDay). art Pre-registration is rein the world.” quired; call 910-796-7991 to register. lcfh. of happiness. org. Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) 1406 Physicians Dr. “Love is an immoderate thing / And can never be content,” poet W. B. Many 18th-century pirates were committed to democracy and equality among their ranks. The camaraderie, fairness and mutual respect that prevailed on pirate ships were markedly different from the oppressive conditions faced by sailors who worked for the navies of sovereign nations. The latter were often pressed into service against their will and had to struggle to collect meager salaries. Tyrannical captains controlled all phases of their lives. I bring it to your attention, Leo, with hope it will inspire you to seek out alternative approaches to rigid and hierarchical systems. Gravitate toward generous organizations that offer ample freedom and rich alliances. The time is right to ally yourself with emancipatory influences.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Don’t wait around for fate to decide which decisions to make and what directions to go. Formulate those decisions yourself, with willpower fully engaged. Never say, “If it’s meant to be, it will happen.” Rather, resolve to create the outcomes you strongly desire. Do you understand how important this is? You shouldn’t allow anyone else to frame your important questions and define the nature of your problems; you’ve got to do the framing and defining yourself. One more thing: Don’t fantasize about

Yeats declared. To provide you with an accurate horoscope, I’ll have to argue with that idea a bit. From what I can determine, love will indeed be immoderate in your vicinity during coming weeks. On the other hand, it’s likely to bring you a high degree of contentment—as long as you’re willing to play along with its immoderateness. Here’s another fun prediction: I suspect love’s immoderateness, even as it brings you satisfaction, will also inspire you to ask for more from love and expand your capacity for love. And that could lead to even further immoderate and interesting experiments.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You will know you are in sweet alignment with cosmic forces if you have an impulse to try a rash adventure, but decide instead to work on fixing a misunderstanding with an ally. You can be sure you’re acting in accordance with your true intuition, if you feel an itch to break stuff, but instead channel your fierce energy into improving conditions at your job. You will be in tune with your soul’s code if you start fantasizing about quitting

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Sat., 8am-1pm: Local farmers, growers, producers and artisans to sell their goods directly to consumers, to encourage and promote the use of locally-grown farm products and artisan offerings. Vegetables, herbs, plants, annuals, perennials, native plants, fresh-cut flowers, baked goods, NC wines, dog treats, eggs, honey, goat cheeses, seafood, kombucha, meats, marina & fra diavolo sauce, smoothies and more. Artisan works of handmade jewelry, woodwork, silkscreen t-shirts & totes, photography, bath & body products, pet accessories, pottery, drawings and more. North Water Street in historic downtown Wilmington, NC along the beautiful Cape Fear River. No market on April 6, due to the Azalea Festival or October 5th due to Riverfest. www.riverfrontfarmersmarket.org.

tours CAM WEEKLY EXHIBITION TOURS Cameron Art Museum allows participants to explore current exhibitions with Anne Brennan, CAM’s executive director, in a new series of public tours. Free for CAM members. Wed., 1:30pm. 3201 S. 17th St. LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR Explore the rich culture of our talented Southern town with a 90 minute walking tour of the literary history of downtown Wilmington, NC. Visit “The Two Libraries.” Walk the streets of your favorite novels, and stand

where Oscar Wilde did when he lectured here. Saturdays, 1:30pm, Old Books on Front. 249 N. Front St. www.brownpapertickets. com/event/1282390

important topics. wpyg2016@gmail.com. ANXIETY / OCD SUPPORT GROUP Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd. Building B. Christopher Savard, Ph.D., with Cape Fear Psychological Services, gives a presentation the 1st Thursday of each month. 3rd Thursday meeting is member led. Everyone 18+ welcome. 910763-8134

INSIDER’S TOUR Explore the history of community at Cape Fear Museum. Take the Insider’s Tour offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am. Tours are free with admission and include a “behind the scenes” sneak peek. Pre-reg. is required: 910-798-4362 or cfmprograms@ nhcgov.com. Free w/GA or membership. CF Museum, 814 Market St. GHOST WALK 6:30 & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours, 6:30pm/8:30pm. Admission. Water & Market sts. RSVP rqd: 910-794-1866. hauntedwilmington.com BELLAMY MANSION Guided tours start on the hour; self-guided tours start at any time. Mon. is only self-guided tours. Follow curved oyster-shell paths through our lush Victorian garden shaded by 150-yr.-old magnolia trees. See the elegant main entrance surrounded by soaring columns and gleaming windows. Hear stories of Bellamies, as well as those of the free and enslaved black artisans who built the home and crafted intricate details throughout the house. Adults $12; senior and military discount, $10; students, $6; children under 5, free. Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St. MASONBORO SHELLING TOUR

PRIDE YOUTH GROUP: ILM’s LGBTQIA community offers a support group for youth in a safe space every Thursday at 7 p.m. in an undisclosed location. Please, email wpyg2016@gmail.com for information on how to attend.

Explore Masonboro Island and discover the wonder of the Carolina coast. This tour option is ideal for families, birders, and nature enthusiasts. Masonboro Island is an 8.4mile marine sanctuary island, renowned for its plant and wildlife diversity. Topics will include shell biology, native plant species, shorebirds, and barrier island ecology. Adult $45 Child $25 RSVP: 910-2004002. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

support groups WILMINGTON PRIDE YOUTH GROUP Grades 7-12: Wilmington Pride Youth Group is a safe space for youth who identify as LGBTQIA+ and their straight allies. An adult supervised, safe space for kids to talk about orientation, gender, racial equality, political consequences, religion, self care. Also a great opportunity to meet and socialize with peers from the greater Wilmington area. Meets Thurs., 7pm. Needed: youth facilitators, especially those who are trained to work with kids, and speakers to talk about

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LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP Meets third Saturday each month. Free; drop-ins are welcome. Group provides participants an opportunity to receive introductory info about lupus, encourage the expression of concerns, provide an opportunity to share experiences, encourage and support positive coping strategies, and emphasize the importance of medical treatment. Guest speakers, DVD presentations and open group discussion. info@lupusnc.org (877) 849-8271, x1. lupusnc.org. NE Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. PFLAG First Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm. COPING WITH THE DEATH OF A SPOUSE/ PARTNER Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a sixweek, no-cost grief program for those coping with the death of a spouse or partner in Wilmington on Wednesdays, May 15 through June 19. The group meetings will be held 10 a.m. to noon at the Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion Conference Room, 1406 Physicians Drive in Wilmington. Pre-registration is required; call 910-796-7991 to register. lcfh. org. Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, 1406 Physicians Dr. ADULTS COPING WITH GRIEF Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a nocost, six-week series of growth and education groups for adults coping with grief on Mondays, May 13 through June 24. Meetings will be held 4-6 p.m. at the Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion Conference Room, 1406 Physicians Drive in Wilmington. There will be no group meeting on May 27 (Memorial Day). Pre-registration is required; call 910-796-7991 to register. lcfh.org. Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, 1406 Physicians Dr.

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