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pgs 28-29 The 2013 Cape Fear Comedy Festival is not just an opportunity for Wilmingtonians and visitors to have their funny bones tickled; it’s also a system for comedians to network and improve their skills. Taking place at Nutt Street Comedy Room, Front Street Brewery’s Beam Room, and TheatreNOW, the four-day fest will run from May 1st through 4th, with meet-and-greets every evening at Nutt Street. Lots of live stand-up will take place, too, featuring over 60 renowned funny men (and gals!), including Puerto Rican comedian Rojo Perez (pictured), a regular at The Creek and The Cave in New York City. Plus, folks can catch the winner of Port City Top Comic, Cliff Cash, as he’ll take the stage this week, too.

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and find my mind plays tricks on me. A few weeks ago a story broke about the sheer scope of money currently in off-shore tax-havens.

The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), a group centered in Washington that works with journalists from 60 countries, broke a story from leaked information regarding tax evasion across the globe. James Ball from “The Week” probably sums it up best: “Somebody gave the consortium a flash drive with about 260 gigabytes of data—160 times larger than the 2010 WikiLeaks diplomatic cable dump. The drive included 2.5 million files containing 30 years’ worth of records of 120,000 offshore companies and trusts, and their connection to individuals and firms in more than 170 countries and territories.”

Currently, the amount of money in question is believed to be around $32 trillion. Yes, there are approximately 4,000 people from the U.S. named, as are prominent and not-so-prominent citizens from around the world. Though the documents cover activity across the globe, the majority of the money appears to be centered in the British Virgin and Cook islands. This is what triggered my slightly offkilter, pre-caffeine thoughts: Does anyone remember Grenada?

Today the U.S. debt is a little over $16 trillion.

China holds over $1 trillion of that debt outright.

(Frightening to think about if they call it in, eh?) The United States has a long and sordid history of invasion for less-than-clear objectives; some would argue oil has been a motivating factor more than once. I think invading the British Virgin Islands for the incredibly clear and transparent objective of seizing $32 trillion might be the answer to our debt crisis. We already have a military infrastructure in

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place and ready to go. We have industry dependent upon supplying the military. We very successfully invaded Grenada in 1983, so we clearly can handle a Caribbean campaign. (Probably better than a land war in Asia if “The Princess Bride” is to be believed.) The plans and documentation for the invasion are most likely all still on file in the Pentagon; let’s just go dig them out. The Invasion of Grenada: Operation Urgent Fury was a little over a month-and-half; it might actually be the only time the “we’ll be home by Christmas” idea rang true. We have much more sophisticated technology developed over the last 20 years, so let’s shave at least two weeks off the operation.

Now that we have seized control of $32 trillion and paid off the national debt, there would still be $16 trillion still would be left over. Let me tell you what I think we could do with it: North Carolina’s 2011 budget was about $48 million, according to the Office of State Budget Management. Let’s round that off to $50 million and give each of the 50 states $50 million, which would equal $2,500,000,000. That should leave $15,997,500,000,000.

Currently, the U.S. population is a little more than 313,914,000. Assuming it will continue to grow, let’s round this up to 313,915,000 and give every U.S. citizen $10,000 of the confiscated trillions— the spoils of war if you will.

Now, the fun part: What would you do with $10,000?

Well, in our house we would pay down debt, most likely. Depending on if that largess was only limited to U.S. citizens or to all taxpayers (remember there are taxpayers who aren’t citizens and can’t vote), we could be looking at either 10 or 20 grand in this household. We would probably go out to dinner a

couple of times and then put the rest into either the mortgage or credit-card debt. It should make the big banks happy; imagine if they suddenly recouped over $2 billion in loaned money?

Just imagine the impact that relieving $2 billion in private debt could have for people? If our household could eliminate $20,000 in debt, it would be a huge game changer for us. I know many people who are in the same predicament. Hell, we might even start shopping again. The ripple effects could be wonderful!

Subtracted from our $15,997,500,000,000, that would leave $12,858,350,000,000. In essence, wouldn’t that make a nice cushion for the federal government?

My next thought: Hell, North Carolina should get in on this game! How do we declare ourselves a tax haven? McCrory’s buddies would love this—they‘re bankers. Let’s say the state charges a 2-percent management fee on hidden money. Two percent of $32 trillion would still be $640 billion a year. Our state budget is less than $50 million; just think what that could mean! This would be the state to get a job as a teacher. We wouldn’t need property, income or sales tax; we would have it made.

So, what are we waiting for? There’s a bill in the general assembly right now telling the federal government to get out of the state. Let’s write a better one that makes us the ultimate tax dodge!

The ICIJ had no idea what charity work they were really doing when they made these findings public. Besides outing tax-evaders in a time of financial crisis (can you just imagine living in Greece right now and finding out how much money has been funneled out of the country?), they might have inspired an unintended consequence. It could lead to a solution to the financial woes of the middle and starving classes.

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isn’t one particular right way to make it work. People vary in attitude, love and life trajectory, and often it’s a hit-or-miss game of finding the right person who shares the same values and mores without judgement.

In 2013 what we do know about marriage—especially in the midst of America’s 50-percent divorce rate—is that how it was defined 60 years ago no longer holds much weight. Today, women are working more and living home less, trading as much childrearing responsibity and financial security as men.

On one hand, the look-back at “marital bliss” in the ‘50s seems foreign. However, when reopening those doors, sometimes we see provocative insights. At least that’s what playwright Robert Bastron attempts in his “A Contemporary American’s Guide to a Successful Marriage Circa 1959.”

Had this play been written during its timeframe, it would be considered groundbreaking. Written in 2010, it’s simply ironic with moments of hilarity sprinkled through the first half of the show. The second half gets mired in the heavy burdens and oft-reality of marriage, which isn’t so fun to watch.

Following two very different couples through courtship, marriage, child-rearing, and into divorce, “Successful Marriage” gives us two sides of the coin.

There is the “perfect” couple Abby (Liz Bernardo) and Mason (Skyler Randof), who endure a romance in high school, decide to get married after graduation, and then throw themselves into a big ol’ game of house. Two kids later, they realize they truly don’t know one another and, worse, don’t love each other.

The second couple, Ruth (Susen Auten) and Daniel (Kenneth Rosander), are “ahead of their time.”

They’re passionate progressives, simply put. Daniel’s a prodigal med student who’s entered college at the ripe age of 16 and gets seduced by a rich 20-some-

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thing socialite who’s in grad school. When she gets knocked up, they decide to marry, eventually have three kids and endure many painful, abusive arguments before realizing they, too, just don’t fit.

Many cast members of Big Dawg’s latest production, directed by Steve Vernon, sell their roles superbly. First and foremost is Kenneth Rosander as Daniel Henry. Rosander nails nuances in his acting which flesh out Danny beautifully. From his constant nervous energy—effectively leaving us as on-edge about his partnership—to his honest-to-goodness sincerity, he’s the guy onstage for which everyone roots. Rosander commits to being an overly endearing character who wants to please yet also wants to gain back control of his own life. He does so with as many contorted and defeated facial expressions and actions as he does dialogue delivery. His hyenalike performance during an onstage sexcapade really cranks out laughs. His fall into depression and alcoholism, barely able to wipe his glasses on his overcoat, provokes a sadness words don’t need to express. Rosander emotes fully. I cannot wait to see his next performance.

Susen Auten, as his rigid, yet freely sexual wife, Ruth, showcases character brilliance. Auten is born to play this role. Her seriousness as an actor is utilized fully here, but loosens to a new level when paired with the power of a woman’s cajolery. Auten has the stare of 70 daggers, which will penetrate the heart in one swoop. It’s truly something to behold and works to her great advantage. Her slinky purr of sexual prowess can be debilitating to her husband. Together, Auten and Rosander squawk and zing and deflate perfectly.

Completely detestable arguments and questionable mothering skills come through honestly, stubbornly and with no filter—and to the character’s detriment.

Clearly depicted from modern-day makeup, Ruth mirrors the onslaught of a sexual revolution and women’s

suffrage. Smart women with money, power and intellect were bold to step out 60 years ago; Ruth feels ahead of her time. Auten brings her to life as someone misled by powerful, manipulative emotions.

Liz Bernardo as Abby is adorable, overzealous, wanting and doing everything possible to be the perfect homemaker. She is the model of a ‘50s housewife who cooks and cleans to her heart’s content.

Bernardo brings electricity to a mundane role. The underlying disconnect with her husband shows a stain so deep not even Oxydol can remove it. Bernardo’s performance leaves a significant impression. She has that bouncy optimism to please as a teenager, which turns dulled and reserved as rooted by adulthood heartache and life experiences. Her progression is timed wonderfully. My only quip comes with her natural, infectious exuberance, which could be dialed down a bit more. I can’t help but wonder if it was to overcompensate for a few hiccups on lines and missed cues.

Sklyer Randolph, as her husband Mason, is a rather forgettable, drab character, and the chemistry between the too feel off-kilter. I can’t decide if this is because he’s written so vacantly—someone who simply vanishes when the tough gets going—or because Randolph underplays the role. I think it’s both.

I never understood the appeal of Mason. Whereas one can see and feel the draw to Danny, Ruth and Abby, with Mason there is none. He just ... is. The character detachment is a problem in the believability of the couple.

The supporting roles in the show consist of some dynamic performances, like Emmy Young’s Dorothy Peck. I am convinced Young was born to play the best wisecrack in the world. As a conservative, mouthy, hypocritical mother, she manages great affection.

Her liberal daughterm, Sheryl, played by Heather Ireland, also stands memorable as the liberal-leaning,

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“new” female. Ireland exudes a commanding presence just in her stance. With Young, their quippy dialogue continues to set up the time period, as debates about Kennedy and a Catholic in the White House continue. They overpower Bernardo when they’re all onstage; in fact, these two women could have a spinoff of their own play, it seems.

The writing in “Successful Marriage” can be punchy and snappy, which is where it soars. When it’s heavy, it falters, and it also suffers from overexaggeration, such as in Daniel’s family of Nazis. Other than attempting domineering action and failing accents, Felicia Potts and Richard Eisen aren’t really pulled together with as much panache. However, Steven Bevels as Danny’s drunk brother is a steal: red-faced, sweaty hair, always looking rather half-cocked and only grunting. Potts reins it in most appopriately at the end when she pulls a dual role as the nurse, showcasing a range of spitfire sass.

Alas, Carla Clark as daughter Evelyn Henry will pull everyone’s heartstrings straight out of their bodies with her quirky, wide-mouthed enunciation and downright gawky awkwardness. From chewing on her hair to rubbing snot on her arm, she’s the cutesy cartoon of childhood we so adore.

The thread which keeps this tale together comes from Randy Davis as the narrator.

The show gets told much like the educational videos shown to classrooms throughout the 1950’s—the ones explaining sex and menstruation. They can be heard before the opening of the show, during intermission and at

closing. They’re technical, detailed and don’t offer truthful emotional consequences, quite disparately to what our characters are told.

Davis has an authoritative verbosity in his “sound reason” as narrator, even if the content wavers. His voice is rich and layered with persuasiveness. He’s also demanding (“Take control of your wife,” he tells), intrusively and impractically all-knowing (“Don’t bother her with talks about art and literature, and bore her,” he explains to the husband) and even huffy (“A woman cannot teach herself!”). He provides the most entertainment and best lines through his God-like guidance. The flickering lights to mirror his speech adds a nice touch of impact, making his voice almost visible. After a while, though, the narration loses its novelty, especially when the show takes a turn into the depressing truth of how and why love ends. It succeeds when it’s a show of foolish caricatures, reveling in light-hearted irony of expectation.

The set is effective if sparse; the costuming a bit lackluster for the era. Kudos to Vernon and designer Aaron Willings in using lighting details to help evoke place, such as the rockiness of a Caribbean cruise on a honeymoon.

The content is graphic and very much adultcentered but handled respectfully.

Playwright Bastron makes it clear the “thens-versus-now” of relationships can create intriguing character studies. Yet, his setups and family arcs sometimes lag. Likewise, the show runs a little too long with extra narrative tying characters together in the end, all of which bog it down.

Those in a successful marriage should come prepared to laugh and be thankful they’ve found what it takes to make it work.

Those on the rocks may leave feeling a little less inclined to keep the “magic” going.

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fifty miles of art:

//ART

Cape Fear Camera Club showcases a photographic journey of our region

W

ilmington’s art scene un-

doubtedly has been a part of the city since its inception. As years passed, we have flourished artistically because of founding artists like Minnie Evans and Claude Howell. We have seen art museums, numerous galleries and artist collectives contiune to grow, including the resurgence of our own arts council just last year. Art is a beating part of our history in all of its formations and genres.

In the realm of photography, the Cape Fear Camera Club has teamed up with the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science to open a new exhibit, “Impressions of the Lower Cape Fear.” It is the first collaboration between the museum and the camera club, which will celebrate its 26th anniversary this July. With over 100 members, the group constantly searches for ways to advance the skills of its members, as well as promoting their passion for photography with the city.

“While thinking about a new exhibit, I considered several Wilmington organizations that might welcome a local photography show,” Robin Grotke, the exhibit chair for Cape Fear Camera Club, reveals.

When she encountered Cape Fear Museum’s mission—to collect, preserve, and interpret objects relating to the history, science and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear, and to make those objects and their interpretation available to the public through educational exhibits and programs—her ideas for a theme began to coalesce. Grotke then contacted the museum’s director, Ruth Haas, and the exhibit manager, Adrienne Garwood, with a proposal for the show.

“Soon after, a partnership was formed and work was begun on creating an exhibit to be housed in the Threads Gallery,” Grotke tells.

“Working with the museum has been such a wonderful experience for the camera club.”

“Impressions of the Lower Cape Fear,” which opened on April 9th and will remain open through October 27th, is like a picture book weaving the tale of southeastern North Carolina. Bold and colorful images evoke thoughts of home for locals—or even territories yet to be discovered—with subjects ranging from canoodling pelicans to iconic cypress knees.

“The exhibit acts as a photographic journey through the contemporary Lower Cape Fear region and demonstrates some of the ways in which photographers connect to places and moments in time,” Grotke explains. “Club members were encouraged to submit pictures of their impressions of landscapes, nature, architecture, and people within a 50-mile

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Sun., 1 p.m. to $7 Admission up to eraclub.com am rc www.capefea radius of Wilmington.”

In “Her Duty Done” by Les Conner, the USS Battleship NC stands as a majestic testament to the wars of our coast and our country. The black-and-white photograph allows a greater contrast of light and dark, and the sun’s rays are visible through clouds. The ship’s evident size is both ominous and poignant, serving as an accurate representation of her significance.

Keith Kendall’s “Icy Cart” captures a barefoot teenage boy pushing an Island Ice Factory cart along the Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

Though the boy and his cart are the subject— and he is the only person in sight—the almost monochromatic color scheme is what makes the photograph illuminate. The boy’s cyan blue shirt, the cyan and navy cart, and the building in the background, which features the same colors, make the image striking. It feels historic though clearly taken recently. As it could have been a scene from many summers ago, memories of the boardwalk’s past can be felt through Kendall’s work.

“Club members were allowed to submit up to four images,” Grotke tells. “After the images had been processed, the exhibit committee met with Cape Fear Museum’s exhibit manager in the museum’s auditorium, where each entry was projected onto a large screen. The selection was based on trying to show a broad representation of all the region, with consideration given to technical quality. Each exhibit participant’s picture set was discussed and voted on in order of preference, which resulted in the top two of each set being chosen for print, with the remainder selected for the DigiScreen.”

The exhibit totals over 100 photographs. The DigiScreen allows the club to present digital photos in addition to their framed pieces, which is something not featured before in an exhibit. “The museum staff installed the screen, created a slideshow of Cape Fear Camera Club’s digital pictures, and printed booklets to correspond with the projected images,” Grotke describes. “A bench was placed in front of the screen, inviting visitors to relax while observing the assorted works, which is a nice component.”

‘COTTON HARVEST’: This photograph by Cape Fear Camera Club member Jo Ann Tomaselli is featured as part of the exhibit hanging at Cape Fear Museum. Courtesy photo

For the club’s members, showcasing their works in the museum offers an opportunity to share their passion and vision with a wider audience.

Grotke explains. “Exhibiting in an esteemed venue during a busy season will help create awareness about Cape Fear Camera Club and the educational and creative resources it provides for photographers of all skill levels. This year has been an exciting one for the club because this has been our first partnership with a museum. The experience has been rewarding, and I hope the community will enjoy the result of this collaboration.

“Impressions of the Lower Cape Fear” can be viewed during the museum’s regular hours,

which are Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. After Memorial Day and until Labor Day, the museum will increase its hours to include Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free for children under 3, $4 for youth ages 3 to 17, $6 for military, college students and seniors, and $7 for adults. More information can be found at www.capefearcameraclub. com and www.capefearmuseum.com.

“It is my hope that visitors to the exhibit will leave knowing a little more about the uniqueness of the Lower Cape Fear,” Grotke adds. “As a photographer, I would also like the audience to be inspired to express themselves through the medium of photography.

More importantly, though, I’m hopeful the images will kindle some desire within museum visitors to explore the areas in which they live with a renewed sense of appreciation for their own ‘impressions.’”

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Call to Artists! Figments Gallery is hosting a floral exhibit in June. We are looking for unique funky and classic representations of anything floral; 2- and 3-dimension and any medium will be accepted. Send photos of your work to Info@figmentsgallery.com.

2165 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 343 5233 Mon.-Sat., noon-7 p.m. www.artfuelinc.com Artfuel.inc is a multimedia studio and art gallery, now located at the intersection of Wrightsville Avenue and Dawson Street.

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A large open space hosts 2nd Friday Opening Receptions each month at 6pm.

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114 Princess St. • (910) 465-8811 Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. www.capefearnative.com Come out for the Fourth Friday Gallery WOur featured artist this month is Heather McLelland, whose wonderful pottery is colorful and inspiring. Also functional! Heather’s collection of mugs, bowls, jugs, trays, whiskey cups and spoon rests will be featured until May 22nd. Come by and pick out one for yourself and a friend!

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River to Sea Gallery

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River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show is sure to enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection THE WILMA W. of original paintings, photography, sculpture, DANIELS GALLERY glass, pottery and jewelry. Our current ex200 Hanover St., CFCC parking deck, first hibit “Morning Has Broken” features works level 910-362-7431

by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use Tues. and Thurs., 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. of color and texture to reveal local marsh Wed., 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. creeks and structures. Experience Wilming“Saved” is a collaborative project by Jody Servon and Lorene Delany-Ullman that will ton through the eyes of a local! exhibit the month.“Saved” is an ongoing photographic and poetic exploration of the SUNSET RIVER human experience of life, death, and memMarketplace ory. The project considers how memories 10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) of the dead become rooted in everyday objects, and how objects convey those memo- (910) 575-5999 Tues.- Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. ries to the living. sunsetrivermarketplace.com New Elements Gallery “From Dior’s Paris to Calabash: Whimsi201 Princess St. • (919) 343-8997 cal Creations & Vintage Fashion Drawings” Tues.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-6p.m. (or by appt.)

by George Gerald Davis, hangs through newelementsgallery.com 6/15. Reception 5/11, 2-5pm. Sunset River “Not What It Seems...” features the reMarketplace art gallery in Calabash, N.C. cent works of local artists Fritzi Huber and Scott James. Both artists draw inspiration will feature works by George Gerald Davis, from nature, yet present more than one an apprentice with a modeliste of Christian way of perceiving an image, offering their Dior in order to study draping and design. own distinctive interpretations. Huber’s new With Brook Volland, opened a millinery shop handmade paper series is “Where the Water in New York before relocating to Wilson, Meets the Land,” and James uses compos- N.C. and opened Gerald-Brook Boutique, ite photography to force a new awareness run for 28 years. The show at Sunset River of his subject matter. The show will hang will include several of Davis’ whimsically emthrough May 18th. bellished shoes along with 30-some original vintage fashion drawings from his college days in the States and his apprenticeship in Paris.

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rock against leukemia:

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Two-night benefit concert will raise money for a sick child urner

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ust two days after christmas

2012, Holly Larue Frizzelle was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a cancer of the blood and bone marrow.

She is only 2 years old.

Her parents, Jason and Leilani Frizzelle, who are expecting a son in July, were just days away from full coverage of a new insurance policy. By the time Larue was covered by the plan, she’d undergone chemotherapy, surgery, and a week-long stay at the University of North Carolina Hospital in Chapel Hill. The Frizzelles’ bill stood at a staggering $80,000.

Distraught by both the diagnosis and the debt, they turned to friends and family for support. As friends continually asked how they might help, one suggestion rose: to set up an online fund-raiser for Larue. Leilani logged onto GoFundMe.com, created a profile, and set a small goal—just enough to help pay rent and cover gas and lodging for their weekly trips to Chapel Hill for Larue’s treatment.

“We are so lucky to have so many people in our corner. The money just poured in,” Leilani shares. “We had a tiny goal of $3,000, and it was quickly obliterated. Donations came from strangers, friends from high school, people we hadn’t seen in years—it was both overwhelming and humbling. Your heart grows three sizes too big.”

In total, $10,000 was raised in just the first day for Larue’s fight against cancer.

“We are lucky to have so many friends who said, ‘What can we do? How can we help?’

This benefit is just another example of good people doing great things,” Leilani continues.

“It’s awesome to know they’re doing it all because they love you. Wow.” In the last three months, as of press, 223 people have donated $21,225 of the family’s now $25,000 goal.

Though Larue is covered by her mother’s insurance plan today, the Frizzelles are not out of the clear. “While the original $80,000 price tag has dwindled considerably, the expenses for traveling to Chapel Hill every week definitely add up,” Leilani says. “There will be two more years of treatment ahead of us, so the journey isn’t over yet. We just try to take

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ONE TOUGH COOKIE: Despite having leukemia,

Larue Frizzelle acts as a normal 2-year-old girl— mainly because she has no preconceived notion of cancer, her mother says. Courtesy photo

it one day at a time.”

One family friend, Brandon Autry, saw an opportunity to help little Larue via Wilmington’s local music scene. Autry is a former member of the psychedelic metal band Mortal Man, who still plays with the act every now and then, but left to spend more time with his own daughter.

Struck by the Frizzelles’ dilemma, Autry organized a two-night benefit concert at Soapbox Laundro-Lounge with eight NC bands.

“Larue’s a really energetic, awesome little girl,” Autry, whose wife has been friends with Leilani since high school, says. “She’s very inquisitive and excited about everything. Her leukemia and treatment doesn’t seem to have slowed her down at all. She’s a really great kid, but it’s not really a surprise because she has really great parents.”

The benefit, dubbed Love for Larue Fest, will take place on Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th. Tickets will be $8 per night or $15 for both. All of the proceeds will be donated to the Frizzelles to help offset the cost of Larue’s care.

Friday night’s show will consist of headlining act Mortal Man, along with The Purchase, a band based in Chapel Hill featuring Bibis Ellison (encore’s 2013 Best Band winner) and members of Caltrop and Bellafea. Villain will also take the stage Friday night, comprising punk rockers Carlos Perez (vocals), Kyle Watts (lead guitar, backing vocals), Jared Boyd (drums), Aaron Boyd (bass, backing vocals), and Billy Zachary (rhythm guitar).

The first night’s line-up will be rounded out by American Americans, a group offering a blend of metal and Southern rock.

The Saturday show will feature Wilmington hardrock act White Tiger and the Bed of Roses as the headliner. Colossus, hailing from Raleigh, will also play. The heavy-rock act cites influences such as Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Thin Lizzy and Scorpions.

Unholy Tongues—a local experimental rock quartet featuring Abram Young (guitar), Jeff Bridgers (drums), Matt Williams (bass), and Brian Obernesser (guitar)—and local metal group Children of the Reptile will complete the Saturday line-up.

“I picked the bands because some of them are my favorite local musicians, and some are even really close friends,” Autry explains.

“I have a lot of respect for everyone who’s playing, and I’m really glad we got to work together on this.”

Aside from being one of Autry’s favorite venues to play—thanks in part to its size, set up, sound, and staff—the Soapbox has long been a proponent of ILM music and community causes. “I’ve worked with Kelly Sweitzer [of Soapbox] on benefits before, and she’s always incredibly helpful,” Autry notes. “She and I share a similar mind in that we both feel supporting local music and your community are two of the most important things you can do.

Benefit shows are a great way to do both at the same time. I’d love to have an annual music festival that raises money for local families in similar situations as the Frizzelles.”

Though donations were not confirmed at press time, local businesses have offered items for a raffle to take place during the twonight benefit, and local artist Jeremy Millard (a member of White Tiger and the Bed of Roses) has provided some paintings for the cause, too.

As for Larue, despite the two-year treatment process she must continue to endure, things are looking up. Three months ago when her blonde, spiraling curls began to thin from the effects of chemotherapy, her parents cut her hair very short—yet the toddler prevails in that she has no preconceived notions of cancer. “The prognosis for Larue is pretty good,” her mother shares. “The cure rate for leukemia is much higher now than it ever was in the past. She has been taking to chemo well, and her doctors are very pleased with her results. She’s definitely a tough cookie—this hiccup has not tempered her sassiness or love for life. She’s your typical tot—she still likes to play and sing, jump on

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her trampoline, and throws a tantrum when she doesn’t get her way.”

Leilani and Jason try to tackle life one step at a time, especially as Larue will have a baby brother in just a few months. In the beginning, the couple’s method was to just get through the first phase of treatment—but their daughter’s bright demeanor helps. “We try to spend more time focusing on the positives and less time worrying about the hypothetical,” Leilani describes. “Larue doesn’t really comprehend she’s sick. She doesn’t act like she’s sick, doesn’t think she’s sick. She’s just a little girl with a very awesome haircut now. All of that makes it easy for us to forget she’s facing this tremendous challenge. Some days you’re reminded of it all—her immune system drops, you have to pull her out of daycare, her joints hurt—but you catch a glimpse of that smile and those sparkling blue eyes and you quickly forget. I think we’re lucky like that.”

To purchase advance tickets to attend Love for Larue Fest, visit www.soapboxlaundrolounge.com. To make additional donations to the Frizzelle family, visit www.GoFundMe. com/HollyLarue.

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

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

Discotheque Thurs. with DJ’s DST and Matt Evans

Axiom (world music, 8pm)

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

Open Mic with Sean Thomas Gerard —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

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

Karaoke w/ DJ A.M.P. —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

Piano with James Haff (7-10pm)

Mark Lynch (solo jazz guitar, 5:30pm)

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

—The George, 128 S. Water St.; 763-2052

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

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

Slightly Stoopid —Greenfield Lake Amphitheater

Open Mic Night with Dennis Brinson (8pm) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

Open Mic —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

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

Dutch’s Thursday Night Trivia 7-9pm —Frank’s Classic American Grill, 6309 Market St., 910-228-5952

Open Mic 7-10pm —Grinder’s Cafe, 5032 Wrightsville Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 859-8266

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

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

Old North State (bluegrass), Brother and the Harmony (8pm; see p. 14) —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091

Masters of Motown (musical revue) —Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.; 632-2241

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, L Shape Lot —Greenfield Lake Amphitheater

Upstarts and Rogues (7-8:15pm) —Cameron Art Museum; 3201 South 17th St., 395-5999

Jazz (6:30-8pm) —Bellamy Mansion; 503 Market St., 251-3700

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

Jeremy Norris (6-9pm); Rockin’ Trivia with Party Gras DJ (9 pm) —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805

Trivia with Steve (8:30pm) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607

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

TD MacDonald (rhythm & blues, 10pm-1am) —The Pub at Sweet and Savory, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; 679-8101

ROCK AND BREWS: On Thursday, May 2nd, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., local Southern rocker Jeremy Norris will provide music for Fox and Hound’s All Star Social, a free craft beer, wine and liquor tasting, along with free appetizers and prize raffles.

friday, MAY 3

plan: B (9pm)

Love for Larue Fest (see p. 14)

DJ DST and SBz

—The Landing; 300 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach 707-0202

—Soapbox Lounge,

—Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington

L Shape Lot (bluegrass, 6-8pm)

The Mood Mechanics, The People’s Blues of Richmond

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

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

The Great White Caps (beach rock), Catalyst (9pm)

Blind Lemon Pledge

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

—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

Karaoke with Mike Norris —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204

Open Music Jam Hosted by Shannon Gilmore & Tommy Kaiser 7pm —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977

DJ Milk and Matt Evans

Photoclub, Dirty Dakotas (SEE P. 14) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

Potato Heads (acoustic mix, 7-10pm) —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231

Honeymoon Pajamas (9pm-1am)

255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

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

Dennis Brinson (solo acoustic) —Shell Island Resort, 2700 N. Lumina Ave., 256-8696

Machine Gun (8pm-12am) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

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

Nathan Story —Holy Grounds Coffee House, 2841 Carolina Beach Rd.;

—Sputnik, 23 N. Front St.

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

Loosewheel Bluegrass Jam

Kim Dicso

Ryan Bates

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

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

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

Masters of Motown (musical revue)

Liz Uhlman

Fred Flynn & The Stones

—Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.; 632-2241

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

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

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Saturday, MAY 4 Guitarist Mark Lynch (10:30am1:30pm) —Saltworks II, 4001 Wrightsville Ave.; 392-1241

Songwriter Open Mic with Jeff Ecker (10pm-2am) —Lazy Pirate Sports Bar and Grill, 701 N. Lake Park Blvd., Carolina Beach; 458-5414

Way, Carolina Beach, 707-0766

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St.,763-1607

M-80s

Satellite Bluegrass Band

Karaoke

—Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.; 256-8500

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

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

NC Symphony

Karaoke with Damon

College Night Karaoke

—Kenan Auditorium UNCW Campus; 313-2584

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

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

Randy McQuay

Culture, Kenyatta Hill, Boba Funk, D.H.I.M. (8pm)

Karaoke with Mike Norris

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

DJ Time

Dutch Treet

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

—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

Karaoke (10pm)

Ron Wilson & Raphael

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

—Wilmington Water Tours Catamaran, 212 S. Water St.; 338-3134

DjBe Extreme Karaoke (9pm)

Marcus and the Ends, Nautilus

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

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

DJ Milk and SBz

Sparkle Brothers

—Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

DJ DST and Matt Evans

Dogs Ave

—Sputnik, 23 N. Front St.

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

Irish Music Jam 2pm —The Dubliner, 1756 Carolina Beach Road

Karaoke w/ Jeremy Norris —Carolina Ale House; 317-c College Rd., 791-9393

Shake Yell Dance —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.

Love for Larue Fest (see p. 14) —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

—Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.; 538-2939

Marcus Horth and the Ends —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040

Bitch Please (9pm)

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

Karaoke with DJ Party Gras (9pm) —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805

World Tavern Trivia hosted by Mud

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

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

Live Music

James Haff (piano)

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

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

EnVision (2-4pm)

Hadea, Katatonia, Beard of Antlers

—Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area, Pleasure Island, 458-8434

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

Alan Glaser Project (5pm) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

TD McDonald Duo4pm - 7pm —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219

MONDAY, MAY 6

wednesday, MAY 8 Piano with James Haff (7-10pm) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

Open Music Jam Hosted by Shannon Gilmore & Tommy Kaiser 7pm

Shine (9pm-1am) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

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

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

plan: B (6pm)

Sunday, MAY 5

Josh Solomon Duo

Mike ODonnell

—Romanelli’s, Leland; 383-1885

Ben Morrow

Donna Merritt

—Elijah’s, 2 Ann St.; 343-1448

—Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910343-3341

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

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 Gene Gregory, DENNIS BRINSON

Reggae

Fortunate Youth, Inna Vision, Redemption, Signal Fire

Benny Hill

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

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

—NC Tarheel Opry House, 145 Blue Creek School Road, Jacksonville; (910) 347-4731

—Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 Fema Region IV —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 Travis Shallow (acoustic, 7-10pm) —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 Mistikraft —Frank’s Classic American Grill, 6309 Market St., 910-228-5952 Eastbound

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

Open Electric Jam (6-10pm) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

Karaoke w/ DJ Double Down —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

Cape Fear Blues Jam (equipment provided, just bring instrument; 8pm)

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

Pengo with Beau Gunn

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familiar territory: ‘Oblivion’ feels like an homage but manages distinction

this week in film

by Anghus Oblivion

Dying Green

★★★★★

eeman, uise, Morgan Fr Starring Tom Cr Olga Kurylenko

“O

New Hanover Public Library • 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. 5/4, 10:30 a.m. • Free!

blivion” is like a time

capsule—a Cuisinart loaded up with every major sciencefiction theme, plot point or trope for the last five decades. So much of it feels cribbed from other movies, and yet it’s so reverent.

Even more surprising, it feels original. That’s a difficult trick to pull off when referencing almost every major science-fiction blockbuster: “2001: A Space Odyssey,” “Star Wars,” “The Matrix,” Independence Day”…

“Oblivion” has assembled a kind of cinematic tapestry from the fabric of our most beloved sci-fi films. Almost like a love letter to the genre, it’s a very entertaining, highly watchable affair. No one minds when borrowing from the classics, as long as it’s done effectively.

In the not-too-distant future, Earth has been torn asunder by a war with aliens.

While we won the war, the planet was wrecked beyond habitation, requiring humans to take off for a nearby moon of Saturn. Before we make the journey to our new home, all the resources have to be mined. A scant few survivors stay behind in teams to help protect the machines strip-mining anything and everything that will aid humanity on the trip. Most of the work requires the upkeep and repair of security drones.

The handyman of the future role is filled

by Jack (Tom Cruise), who has basically become the last man on Earth. Jack is a little melancholy about having to leave the planet behind. He’s a sentimental fool who revels in the trappings of a dead society, reminiscing about old football games and fighting back memories of the days before the war.

With a few weeks to go before departure, Jack stumbles across things that seem peculiar. He is attacked by mysterious beings, which he believes to be leftover remnants of the war. Unfortunately, good science fiction never makes it that easy. Jack begins to discover the human race’s outlook might not be so bleak; the story they’ve sold him could be an outright lie.

There are twists and turns in “Oblivion”— several, actually. “Oblivion” is the kind of movie that prides itself on changing up the game with a variety of curveballs. I find it particularly funny since Jack’s favorite accessory is a baseball cap.

“Oblivion” is such a well-constructed mov-

CUT FROM THE SCI-FI CLOTH: Tom Cruiuse and Olga Kurylenko star in ‘Oblivion.’ Courtesy photo

ie: well-acted, beautifully shot, a satisfying story. I wrestled with the idea of whether or not something that borrows so heavily from other sources could be so recommended. After all the discussions about remakes and franchise reboots, is a movie so drenched in homage and inspiration from fairly recent films any better than something like “Evil Dead” or “Oz: The Great and Powerful”?

Morgan Freeman’s character is so closely tied to Morpheus from “The Matrix” that I wondered why they just didn’t get Laurence Fishburne. The line between homage, reference and outright theft is only as clear as the person who bought a ticket. To folks who have never seen the films the movie endlessly references, they won’t think much of it. Those who have seen a lot of science fiction, like I have, will start to wonder if this is a love letter, like something Tarantino would do if he dabbled into the genre.

I enjoyed “Oblivion.” Director Joseph Kosinski (“Tron: Legacy”) is adept at finding human moments that have to exist when making a sci-fi film: Jack is a likable character. He’s easy to root for as filmmakers spend an ample amount of time setting up the melancholy associated with his place in a rapidly dying world. The truth is: “Oblivion” works because Tom Cruise does the heavy lifting. Think what you will of Cruise, his crazy religious leanings, or the endless stream of tabloid fodder about him, but he is still a very capable and engaging onscreen presence. Liking “Oblivion” is wholly dependent on how much one likes Cruise.

The film is brilliantly paced. It starts off

deliberately slow, but once the ball starts rolling, it rarely stops. There’s an energy and a momentum to “Oblivion” that so many other mainstream films lack. So few filmmakers are capable of ratcheting up the tension from start to finish. Kosinski is the kind of blockbuster director we could use a few more of: ones who understand the importance of character and the importance of constantly raising the stakes.

There’s a lot of sleight-of-hand at play, and he sets the story in motion with more twists and turns than Lombard Street. I thought a lot about Kubrick as I watched “Oblivion” because there were few directors who were able to assert so much of themselves in every scene. Kosinski is cut from the same cloth. Scenes are deliberately shot and staged, a cinematic architecture if you will.

At the end of the day, I would recommend “Oblivion” because it’s a very unique cinematic experience. And that seems odd since all of it feels so familiar.

Capeside

Upholstery

CF Independent Film Fest 5/9-12 • www.cfifn.org Tickets: $7 (indv. screening) to $65 (all access) Cape Fear Independent Film Fest features fantastic films, seminars and special guests at the Wilmington Convention Center. The festival has teamed up with the Port City Pop Con to maximize entertainment value.

Films and celebrities can both be found at Wilmington Convention Center Fri. and Sat., and at Browncoat Theater for a number of screenings and events. Invitational features “Heart of the Country,” starring Gerald McRaney (“Major Dad”), w/ other highlights: world premiere of “Cannon Fodder,” “Basilisk,” “How to Make a Superhero,” and more! Regional showcase, fantastic shorts, and ends with gala celebration at the Wilmington Film Awards.

Surfalorus Taking submissions thorugh 5/23!

7/18-20: Second annual Surfalorus Film Festival, pre-

(behind Pleasant Motor Co.)

sented by Cucalorus, feat. hottest new surf films. Surfers, nature lovers, water weirdos, and fans of good film will enjoy three days of outdoors screenings in Carolina

30 Years Experience Randy Johnson, Owner

Beach, Wrightsville Beach and downtown Wilmington.

Also, outdoor board expo and the shaper show, w/live

• Motorcycles • Cars • Boats • Furniture

display from area board artists. Free, outdoor screening each night with live music and cold beer. Cucalorus is currently seeking sponsors, volunteers and films for this

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Funeral Consumer’s Alliance of Coastal Carolina presents the film “Dying Green” and speaker Mark Harris, author of “Grave Matters,” Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. 10 a.m.: Welcome coffee and pastry; 10:30, film—an award winning 2012 student thesis film about one man’s dream to preserve one million acres of land; 11 a.m., Mark Harris, whose books will be available for sale and signing; noon, annual membership meeting.

Free and open to the general public.

year’s Surfalorus. Filmmakers should submit their films through our website: www.cucalorus.org. Deadline 5/23.

No fee to submit.

All area movie listings and paragraph synopses can be found at encorepub.com.

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

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

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Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010.

Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

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

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

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

HALLIGAN’S PUBLIC HOUSE

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

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

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

HENRY’S

A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because its going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events. Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant.com for details. 2508 Independence

Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

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

WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com.

Holiday Inn Resort

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

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

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

K’s Cafe

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

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

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

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

WEBSITE: www.ks-cafe.net

THE LITTLE DIPPER

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The

warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

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

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

WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

north end bistro

We invite you to experience dining in Wrightsville Beach’s—North End Bistro located inside the Shell Island Resort. The breathtaking panoramic ocean views are complemented with menu items that will invigorate your appetite. Whether you are in search of breakfast, lunch or dinner, our specialized menus feature the freshest ingredients prepared and presented by our dedicated service staff. Here is a reason to visit everyday—Weekday drink specials are offered both at the inside lounge or the poolside bar. If a refreshing beverage is what you desire, the only question is: Inside or out? So try North End Bistro for fun in the sun and a view second to none. You can observe the true island scene and absorb the true island dining experience. 2700 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Bch, NC 28480. (910) 256-8696 BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Daily.

NEIGHBORHOODS: Wrightsville Beach FEATURING: Waterfront Dining MUSIC: Live music Friday & Saturday 7 – 10 p.m.

WEBSITE: www.shellislandresort.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. dNow, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding ctheir talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can senjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and acozy 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 takedhome frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, eand don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go dwith it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ySERVING LUNCH & DINNER: eMon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. ,Closed Sun. -NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South hFEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals oWEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com eTROLLY STOP .Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a family owned franchise with ssix locations. Since 1976 they specialize in storeemade chili, slaw and sauces, and as of more recent ,– a variety of gourmet sausages and burgers (at participating locations). The types of hot dogs include Beef & Pork, All Beef, Smoked Sausage, Fat-free Turkey (at participating locations), and Soy. Sausages include Bratwurst, Mild Italian, Spicy Beef and Polish Kielbasi. Locations are: 121 N. Front Street open Monday thru Saturday 11 a.m. ‘til 4:30 p.m.

CLOSED SUNDAYS; (910).251.7799. 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach open Wednesday thru Friday 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. CLOSED MON. AND TUES. (910) 256-1421. 4502 Fountain Drive, (910) 452-3952. Open ,11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Sunday; South Howe St. in eSouthport, open Tuesday thru Fri. 11 until 3, Sat. 11

until 4 CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS (910) 457-7017. Catering cart available all year from $350.

Call Steve at (910) 520-5994.

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

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

WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

ASIAN BIG THAI II

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

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

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

SZECHUAN 132

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

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Lunch Specials

HIRO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

What better way to celebrate a special occasion or liven up a dinner out than to dine in a place where every meal is an exciting presentation. Knowing that a meal should be more than just great food, Hiro adds a taste of theatre and a amazing atmosphere to everyone’s dinning experience. Also serving sushi, Hiro surprises its guests with a new special roll every week and nightly drink specials to complement it. From 4-7 p.m. enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6 p.m., where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 7941570.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Hibachi style dining.

WEBSITE: hirojapanesesteakhouse.com/hibachi

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at

Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest.

Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com

Tamashii Sushi and Spoons

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

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

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

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

WEBSITE: www.sushiandspoons.com

THAI SPICE

From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine.

This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed.

Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue.-Th.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat.: 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sun.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com

CAJUN BOURBON ST

At Bourbon St., the food, style and atmosphere are New Orleans-bred but Carolina-refined. It features the unique decoration of a typical New Orleans bar, as it seems to have been extracted from the heart of the French Quarter. The classic French style and the laid-back American culture come together to offer us a unique place where joy can be inhaled at every breath. The authentic Southern decorations in Bourbon St. were carefully selected at antique houses, garage sales and thrift shops found in

the streets of the Big Easy. It enables us to offer you the true experience of being in the heart of the French Quarter: Bourbon St. It’s the best place to enjoy with friends, with the rhythm of live music, the classic taste of typical Cajun food, and the best beers available in our market.

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

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

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

INDIAN TANDOORI BITES

Located on College Road, just opposite Hugh MacRae Park, Tandoori Bites offers fine Indian cuisine at affordable prices. Try one of 74 dishes on their lengthy menu, featuring a large range of side dishes and breads. They have specialties, such as lamb korma with nuts, spices and herbs in a mild creamy sauce, as well as seafood, like shrimp biryani with saffron-flavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts.

They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger. Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown.

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

WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net.

IRISH THE HARP

Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open at 5 a.m. every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for djBe Open Mic & Karaoke - Irish songs available! - 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and half-price wine bottles all day Tuesdays; Harp University Trivia with Professor Steve Thursdays 7:30 p.m.; djBe karaoke and dancing 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Saturdays and live music Wednesday and Fridays - call ahead for schedule 910-763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Open at 5 a.m. every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends.

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

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

WEBSITE www.harpwilmington.com

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ITALIAN A TASTE OF ITALY

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

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

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

WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com

EDDIE ROMANELLI’S

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

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

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

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South.

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

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

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

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

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

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

Fat Tony’s Italian Pub

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

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SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Thurs. 11:00

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

Pizzetta’s Pizzeria

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

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

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

WEBSITE: www.pizzettas.net

SIENNA TRATTORIA

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

SERVING DINNER: at 4 p.m. Daily.

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

SLICE OF LIFE

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 122 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 2562229 and our newest location in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

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

NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

JAMAICAN JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

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

This family owned restaurant provides a relaxing blend of Caribbean delights – along with reggae mu-

sic – served up with irrepressible smiles for miles.

From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, jerk and curry chicken, to our specialty 4-course meals ($12.00). Cook Dana Keels, from Clarendon prepares flavors to please every palate.

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

LATIN AMERICAN SAN JUAN CAFE

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

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

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

MEXICAN LOS PRIMOS

Considered Wilmington’s first Authentic Mexican restaurant, Los Primos is quickly gaining a large following among the community. It’s entirely home cooked menu features local favorites such as tacos dorados de pollo, coctel de camarones, pozole and a selection of the best tacos a la parrilla north of Mexico. This restaurant is an absolute must for anyone who wants to taste the true favors of Mexico. Located at 3530 Carolina Beach Rd., between the two intersections of Independence Blvd. and Shipyard Blvd. (910) 859-8145.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs.: 10:30am-8pm; Fri.-Sat.: 10:30am-9pm; Sun.: 10:30am-6pm NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South FEATURING: Chiles Rellenos, Tamales, Pollo Enchilado, Mole con Pollo, Azado de Res WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/Restaurantprimos

ORGANIC LOVEY’S MARKET

Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for Organic and Natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack.

Whether you are in the mood for a Veggie Burger, Hamburger or a Chicken Caesar Wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar-which has cold salads and hot selections can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with Organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices.

Lovey’s has a great selection of Local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries Organic Grass-Fed and Free-Range meats and poultry. Wheat-Free and Gluten-Free products are in stock regularly, as are Vegan and Vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Café open: Mon.-Fri.,

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

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

WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

TIDAL CREEK CO-OP KITCHEN

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEAFOOD DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR

Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “BohemianChic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown FEATURING: Fresh daily steamed oysters.

WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

EAST

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

Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2251.

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

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

WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

HIERONYMUS

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

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

WEBSITE: www.hieronymusseafood.net

OCEANIC

Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish.

For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes.

Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable wedding receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. Family-style to go menu available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

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

WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster BaR

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

It’s the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more.

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

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

SMALL PLATES The Fortunate Glass

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

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

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

WEBSITE www.fortunateglasswinebar.com

SOUTHERN CASEY’S BUFFET

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

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

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

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

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 sportsthemed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town.

317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393.

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

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

tor TVs in Wilmington.

WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

FOX & HOUND PUB & GRILLE

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

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

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

HELL’S KITCHEN

This is downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub! With every major sporting package on ten HDTVs and our huge HD projection screen, there is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style Reuben, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, pool, and did we mention sports? Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. (910) 763-4133.

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

Thursday 4-7 p.m.

WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

Please join us on Mother’s Day, May 12th to celebrate the special women in your life!

Every special mom will receive a complimentary slice of cheesecake for dessert We will open at noon and reservations are currently being accepted

138 South Front Street, Downtown reservations encouraged. 910.251.0433 www.littledipperfondue.com

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four venues over four days. The fourth annual Cape Fear Comedy Festival is sure to keep audience’s sides stitched, as founders and comedians Timmy Sherrill and Matt Ward welcome back another host of stand-up acts, workshops, meet-and-greets and more. Since 2010, Sherrill—who won the first annual Port City’s Top Comic and created Wilmington’s local funny house Nutt St. Comedy Room, and Ward—creator of Port City’s Top Comic—have dedicated themselves to the growing local comedy scene in by starting this festival where comics can develop their careers, gain exposure, network and have audiences willing to laugh with them.

Taking place at four venues around Wilmington (Nutt St. Comedy Room, The Soapbox, Front Street Brewery’s Beam Room and TheatreNOW), the event involves three major types of stage comedy: stand-up, improv, and sketch. “Stand-Up is, of course, my favorite because Timmy and I are also stand-ups,” Ward explains. “It brings a quick, often punching laugh to the audience, and can vary dramatically in style and delivery. More than any other style, it has to tap into the vibe of the room in order to keep the laughs coming.”

What all three of these types of comedy

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share is that they can be thoroughly enjoyed live; however, they seldom come together at one time in one place. “Other festivals have weeks dedicated to each art form,” Ward explains, “but we have them all in the same festival in the same venues together.”

For 2013, 64 comedians are slated to perform.

Some of the top names include Sean Patton, Jared Logan, Tony Boswell, Tone-X and Derek Sheen.

“Sean Patton is a New Orleans comic that made his way to New York City to make a move with his comedy career,” Ward says. “Since, he has been on TV quite a few times and has appeared at Nutt St. Comedy Room a few times as well.”

Jared Logan has been featured on John Oliver’s “New York Stand-Up” and can be seen regularly on “Best Week Ever” on VH1. Tony Boswell is a comedian Ward considers to be a mentor, and one of the most mechanically perfect stand-ups in the South, if not in the entire country. “Tony Boswell’s timing, pacing and tone is perfect. He allows the perfect amount of time between set up and punch line without a bunch of needless fluff,” Ward says.

Tone-X is new to both Ward and Sherill. He has family in Wilmington and used to call the town home. He currently is on tour with Mo’Nique and holds much promise for this year’s event.

Derek Sheen is a “bundle of fun,” according to Ward. He is a Seattle comic that can relate to just

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“For now you get to see and meet him during our festival.”

Neither Sherill nor Ward have slots at the festival; yet, they have made rare appearances in the past. “It’s a festival for us to be what we are when we aren’t performing, which is huge fans of live comedy,” Ward says. “We are privileged enough to put some of the best comedians in the country onstage and often become friends with them in the process.”

Along with the comic performances, the festival will show two films on Saturday, “I Am Comic,” and “Alone Up There.” The first is a peak inside what it is like to be a comic for a living. The film chronicles comedian Ritch Schydner’s contemplated return to the stage after years of writing for other performers.

Schydner was a successful comedian during the ‘80s and early ‘90s, and stopped performing to focus on writing.

“The film’s director will be appearing via video to do a short question-and-answer during our comedy matinee on Saturday,” Ward notes. The second film, “Alone Up There,” is a documentary about a comedian trying standup for the first time after getting advice from

professional comics. “Director Sean Shaul will be on hand at the festival to discuss the film and hang out with is,” Ward explains.

The festival is a huge part of the ever-growing comedy scene in Wilmington. Ward hopes the scene will continue to gather a strong fan base as it develops. “Our very own local Nutt House Improv [performing Wednesday at 8:30p.m. and Saturday at 9p.m.] and the Pineapple-Shaped Lamps— [also performing at the festival, TheatreNOW, Saturday at 9:30p.m. ]—are growing their fan bases each week,” Ward says. “I see more open-mics developing around town to give the talent more places to work their chops.”

Outside of the festival, Ward would like Sherill and other locals to set up satellite shows around the coast to help bring live comedy to an even broader audience. Traversing back to Wilmington to perform and produce shows a few times a year, Ward already has his hands full in building the comedy scene in Knoxville, Tennessee, his current hometown.

The festival prides itself in having no influence from outside sources. Having toured the country and seen what works and doesn’t, Ward and Sherrill believe they’re well-versed in what it takes to run a successful comedy show.

“We put some of our own money into it, mostly Timmy did to get his venue going,” Ward says. “I worked hard to get the word out about submissions, which brought in a modest amount.” Help from local sponsors has helped curb the costs of advertising and signing comedians for the festival. Some include: local beer distributor R.A. Jeffries, Holiday Inn, Hilton Riverside, TheatreNOW, Front Street

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Day passes for Cape Fear Comedy Festival run $10 with weekend passes running $40. They can be bought online at www. capefearcomedyfestival.com.

Nominees include 66 women and young leaders. Awards recognize and celebrate their accomplishments and provide scholarships to young ladies in New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender and Columbus counties.

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summer fun:

//CAMP GUIDE

Camps abound to keep the young’ns learning and entertained

2013 Seahawk Soccer Camps at unc wilmington

Girl’s Camps Lil Hawks Camp (5-8 Years), $140 Junior Day Camp (5-12 Years) June 17-June 21, 9am-4pm, $260 Half-day option, $140 Senior Elite Camp (10-18 Years) July 6-July 10, (Residential), $540 Visit website for more information Contact Paul Cairney (910) 962-3932 seahawkgirlssoccercamps@gmail.com

Boy’s Camps Lil Hawks Camp (5-8 Years), $140 Day Camp (5-12 Years) June 24-June 28, 9am-4pm, $260 Half-day option $140 Elite Academy (10-18 Years), $450/$320 July 18-21 (Overnight/Commuter) Visit website for more information Contact Aidan Heaney (910) 352-4925 seahawkboyssoccercamps@gmail.com

For More information and to register on-line visit: www.seahawksoccercamps.com

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attractions and a ton of entertianment to keep the kiddies active during their downtime from school. Yet, somehow, our parently duties still get challenged in keeping our kids not only engaged but educated during summer break. With a slew of camps offered all across town, from magic to soccer, environmental to karate, acting to skating, the kids are sure to be taken care of and happily bustling from June through August. To ensure your kids get a spot in the camps, it’s best to make the reservation ASAP!

CAPE FEAR RIVER WATCH

617 Surrey St • 910-762-5606 www.capefearriverwatch.org At Eco-Camp, kids will learn how they are connected to the environment and how they can become excellent environmental stewards. They will explore local watersheds and make real-world connections through unique, memorable and fun field trips!

At WaterKeeper Camp, teens will study the river and watershed to learn about water quality and usage. They will gain experience in modern scientific methods including field work and data analysis, and find solutions to minimize negative impacts on water quality.

Cape Fear Fencing Assocation

412 Ann St. (downstairs) • (910) 799-8642 http://www.capefearfencing.com/ The Beginning Fencing Camp will meet July 15th through 19th, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the

KARATE KIDS: Camps abound this summer including one at Kaigan Karate where kids enjoy physical daily outings. Stock photo

lower level of Tileston Gym, corner of 5th and Ann streets. It costs $195 plus a $5 insurance fee to USA Fencing. All equipment is supplied by the CFFA. Beginning fencing includes footwork, bladework, rules, history, refereeing, and ends in a camp tournament The camp will provide snacks, gatorade, and water; campers will need to provide their own lunch. Ages 8-18.

Kaigan Karate

6737 Amsterdam Way • 910-350-0222 www.kaigankarate.com Kaigan Karate summer camp is a very structured, disciplined and energetic alternative to traditional “day care” facilities. Our summer camp consists of physically active daily outings such as: swimming, volleyball, skating, etc. On a daily basis we have structured karate, organized games and/or related activities. The “Kid Favorite,” of course, is dodgeball.

Our hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more info please call 350-0222 or visit our website, kaigankarate.com.

NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

900 Loggerhead Rd., Kure Beach (910) 458-8257 www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher Summer camp registration is open! Fill their summer with outdoor adventures,

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Physically active alternative to “Traditional Day Care�

Highly Motivated & Energetic

Structure & Discipline Summer Hours: 7:30am - 6:00pm

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Our staff keeps your child busy all day with our daily outings, structured karate classes, organized games and related activities.

Visit our website @ kaigankarate.com

5216 Oleander Drive • 910-791-6000 • www.skatejellybeans.net

SUMMER CAMP Pay by the day!

Field Trip Calendar is available on our Website Open Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

$25.00/day $40.00/day two children one child (Registration fee is $40) Price includes 3 drinks and 2 snacks

ABRACADABRA! Kids jump for joy during No Sleeves Magic Camp held every summer—this year in Wilmington and Leland! Courtesy photo.

eco-education, creativity, games and new friends. Trained marine educators engage campers Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., June 17-August 9. Aquanauts, ages 5-6: animal interaction, play, storytelling, crafts and hands-on outdoor activities. Marine Detectives, ages 7-9: use their investigative skills in animal programs, outdoor excursions and interactive games to better understand new concepts. Ocean Explorers, ages 10-12: fun outdoors experiences and go behind-the-scenes at the Aquarium. Coastal Crusaders, ages 1314: venture further in exploration of our coastal environment and assist with animal care. Rates and details online.

WILMINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

1401 N College Rd. • (910) 791-4248 www.wilmingtonchristian.com Wilmington Christian Academy Summer Camps offer a wide variety of options for a summer full of fun in a safe, structured and well-managed environment. The Summer Day Camp program is a recreational camp that meets every day. Creative on-campus activities and numerous field trips (Jungle Rapids

weekly) keep children actively engaged all summer. Spice up the summer by attending several of the weekly ½ day Enrichment or Sports Camps. Technology to Baking and Basketball to Cardio. Check out our full listing at www. wilmingtonchristian.com.

NO SLEEVES MAGIC CAMP

(910) 200-5300 www.nosleevesmagic.com WARNING: Your child might experience one of their best summer memories here!

Campers will take an adventure into the world of magic, comedy and illusion by learning tricks, enjoying outdoor supersoaker activities, learning from magicians the secrets to illusions, practising improvisation and enjoying games.

Our fun environment helps in building character, self-esteem, social and problem-solving skills. Many elements of magic incorporate science and math, too. Sign up before spaces disappear!

SEAHAWK SOCCER CAMPS

UNCW, 601 S. College Rd. www.seahawksoccercamps.com Seahawk Soccer Camps are offered for the aspiring young soccer player to test his and her skills while developing new ones. With dedicated, experienced coaches and small camper-to-staff ratio, your child is guaranteed the attention needed

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July 15-19 9 am – 5 pm Ages 8-18 $195 (+ $5 insurance fee) For more info on camp/classes:

capefearfencing.com or (910) 799-8642

Optional daily field trips!

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and boys’ camps are designed to improve each player’s technique and skill set, with a curriculum will be tapered to each ability level and age group.

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JELLYBEANS

5216 Oleander Dr. 910-791-6000 • http://skatejellybeans.net Family Skate Center offers a unique summer camp experience for children ages five and up. Your children will experience skating, games, music and more in a safe and kid friendly environment. Our summer camp runs all summer long and you only pay for the day your child attends! We offer optional daily field trips including horseback riding, water park, and more! Our experienced staff and daily schedule is sure to provide a summer full of exercise, friends, and fun!

Eco-Camp Ages 9-12

June 17-21, 24-28, Aug 5-9

WaterKeeper Camp Ages 13-16

July 15-19, 22-26

Offering a variety of different camps including: Adventure Camp Special Olympics Camp Day Camp Nature Camps

Explore New Hanover County watersheds through fun, hands-on activities and field trips.

scholarships available Register Online www.CapeFearRiverWatch.org

Skate Camp & Beginner Skateboard Clinics Tennis Camp For more information, call 341-7855 or visit WilmingtonRecreation.com

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funny read for seasoned ones), it’s quintessentially captivating with Edgerton’s at-ease tone and humble, endearing stories of his own childhood, mixed with learnings as a firsttime and fourth-time father (he welcomed his 6-year-old at the age of 62). encore spoke with Edgerton about “Papadaddy’s,” which he will read from during book-release events across town in coming weeks. Here is how our conversation unfolded:

nite bedtimes, etc., will lead to less stress for them and for me during their later times in our relationship. e: What have you learned through the cycles of parenting that one may not consider? Say, the difference of parenting a 6-year-old versus a 30-year-old; does it feel the same to you as a father?

CE: I think with younger kids, it’s encouragement and direction. With older kids, it’s encouragement. Because younger children have only partially developed judgement, you might sometimes feel the need to be more directive than when they are older. And, then, when they are grown, you hope you will be a friend, not so much a parent in the directive sense.

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you’re a good person, you’ll probably be a good father.” It’s a line which kept me thinking for many hours last week after skimming through his latest release, “Papadaddy’s Book for New Fathers: Advice to Dads of All Ages” (Little, Brown and Company). I started constructing my own list of who I think a good person is: Someone who listens and reacts without too much negativity but with reasonable bouts of realism.

Someone who practices patience and doesn’t wisecrack on others who test it.

Someone who shows respect and regard for living beings in life.

Someone who doesn’t bogart selfish engagements over selfless givings.

Someone who can laugh a lot, including at themselves.

Someone who fails at every one of aforementioned things at least once—OK maybe a dozen times or more.

We are all tested daily as humans. And, if anything, that’s especially true of parenthood. Still, what Edgerton tells marks truth.

Good fathers will find characteristics within themselves they may never think imaginable: “patience, forgiveness, love of self so that you treat yourself well, so that you can then better love your children, good listening skills and confidence.”

A Guggenheim Fellow, 10-time novelist, creative intellect, but mostly recognized in Wilmington as a humorously engaging writer and professor at UNCW, Edgerton is wellknown for his spot-on recountings of Southern life and its numerous wonky characters.

Novels like “Walking Across Egypt” (which was recently produced into a play at Barter Theater) and “Raney,” along with his last release, “Night Train,” covering an unlikely friendship in the segregated South of the ‘60s, Edgerton has made the New York Time Best Sellers’ List on multiple occasions.

While “Papadaddy’s” strays from his novel writing, it was born from the same heartfelt dedication, if not even more. A suggestive guide for newbie fathers (or an engaging,

a parenting guide for fathers. Has this always been something of interest to you— and why now?

Clyde Edgerton (CE): Now because I have four children, ages 30, 9, 8, and 6. And I’m 68. I started seeing funny things happening in my life—like putting together a crib in our living room for four days, and then finally finishing one night and pushing it toward the baby room only to find that it would not fit through the hall door. And then finding that it takes one to seven days to get a child’s car seat installed properly. I also started realizing what a giant responsibility parents have to get it right, and we only have one change per child. Then somebody asked me to write an essay about the subject; the essay grew into a book. e: Have you read a lot of parenting-advice books, and what did you set out to do in distinguishing this one from others, outside of the obvious: for fathers?

CE: I’ve read quite a few of these books.

Some are excellent, but some parentologists seem to think there is a technique or approach to parenting that is good for all children and all parents. I think we are a bit more complicated than that, so I try not to be so specifically directive—more generally suggestive, if that makes sense. e: Your voice is so friendly, honestly humorous and inviting. Would you say your approach in life mimics the page, especially in parenting skills?

CE: Well, let’s see. If you ask my kids if I’m always at-ease and friendly, honestly humorous and inviting, their answer will probably be, “What?” I wish I were more at ease, but I get impatient and that leads to my behavior, which my kids may well mimic now and for the rest of their lives. So when I raise my voice or get angry, I try to balance that with patience, listening, explaining. Parenting is a hard, hard job. For me, anyway—but also one that is full of deep reward. e: How would your wife and children describe your parenting style?

CE: I think my wife might be a little easier on me, and she’d say mostly positive things. My children would probably have some pros and cons. I think in most cases, if the children have no cons about a parent setting limits, then big problems may be on the distant horizon. e: You mention in the book your mother took piano lessons with you when you were 7 and she was 47 (something I find really endearing, by the way). How did this gesture of interaction and learning impact you?

CE: When I was 5 she told me I could start piano lessons when I was 7 and that it would be wonderful. I had no reason to believe otherwise. When I started taking lessons and she did, too, it seemed perfectly normal. e: Do you see it differently now versus then?

CE: I think it is a bit more interesting now than when it happened. Just like now I think it’s interesting that she took me to see the electric chair when I was 6 (she didn’t tell me that’s where I’d go if I didn’t practice my piano), whereas now that seems a little more interesting. e: I got the feeling your mom was the disciplinarian, maybe who did things you weren’t keen on. What do you find yourself doing that mirrors some of her actions?

CE: Yes, what I do in limiting my children’s behavior from time to time mirrors what my mother did with me. My kids seem to react the way I did. They don’t like it. But I’m hoping that my belief in certain restrictions, defi-

e: What’s the role like as an older father versus a younger one—obstacles and benefits you didn’t expect?

CE: I hope I’m a bit more patient than I was as a younger father, and also a bit more settled—I’ve accomplished a good bit of what I hoped for in my life rather than just a little bit. I hope I’ve learned to be a better listener.

I think the role should be the same: inducing children to behave in ways that will not get too much in the way of their becoming fruitful and happy adults. e: People often say parenting is the hardest job with the most reward. Your thoughts— is it cliché?

CE: Clichés are often cliché because they are true. This statement is true for me— you’re dealing with the most complicated machine, with a spirit inside it, that exists on earth. To the extent that you are successful in your parenting—you allow and guide your children toward their full potentials—only to that extent do you continue to live in a good way after you are long gone. e: You write “being a father can unreason your world view.” Any stories you can share to elaborate, and would you say you came out of it a better you?

CE: Kids see some things the way adults are less likely likely to see them. For example, one of my children recently pointed out that if a car didn’t have a floor it couldn’t have seats. Another asked if she could sit on a cloud. Adults don’t think this way. Oh, one of my little ones looking into an occupied open casket just before a funeral, said, “Is she dead?” I said, “Yes.” My youngest then asked, “Was she always dead?”

I said, “No.” What logical questions for a child, and if I can get in tune with the unreasoning of children, sometimes life is more fun and easier.

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year is a time when comic fans get together for an annual pop-culture celebration: Free Comic Book Day on May 4th (www.freecomicbookday.com). As the name implies, there are free comic books provided by publishers, but the event has become so much more. It’s a celebration of the ever-growing geek culture that includes comics, movies, action figures, manga, anime, video games and table-top gaming.

The comic book is a medium that encapsulated so many different kinds of stories and kinds of readers, from kids to adults. The medium evolved into being more than just superhero tales, though there are plenty of those to be found. Comics have become an integral part of our culture. They inspire movies like

this summer’s “Iron Man 3” and “Man of Steel.” They are the source material for hit shows like “The Walking Dead.”

This is a golden age for comic-book fans and game enthusiasts. The Port City is fortunate to have a diverse group of comic-book shops providing customers with a variety of

special events to help celebrate. Here’s a look at what to expect for Free Comic Book Day 2013 (FCBD) in Wilmington.

Jake’s Memory Lane Comics 5725 Oleander Dr. • (910) 392-6647 www.mlcshop.com The team at Memory Lane Comics has pulled out all the stops this year. Cape Fear Games will be on hand, doing demos of their favorite games, and giving out prizes and promos! Memory Lane will have professional comic creators Nathan Edmondson and Mitch Gerads of Image Comics signing and handing out copies of their books. Local author/comic-book creator Kevin Maurer will be on hand signing his FCBD book from 12 Gauge Comics!

“This is our biggest event of the year!”

Memory Lane owner Jake Motsinger says.

“We have over 20 different comics to give out, unique to this year’s FCBD. The publishers include Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Bongo, Image, Dark Horse, IDW and many more. We have over a dozen characters to meet-and-greet with, including Spider-Man, Star Wars’ characters, Batman, Green Lantern and more. Our store will have fun activities for the whole family.”

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THE NOVELTY OF IT ALL: (above) Horror actor Tony Todd will participate in Nerdvana’s celebration of Free Comic Book Day, while owners of Jake’s Memory Lane Comics look forward to many major titles released for free. Courtesy photos.

Nerdvana Comix The Cotton Exchange, downtown 24 North Front St. http://nerdvanacomics.com NerdvanaComix is downtown Wilmington’s only comic-book shop. Located in the Cotton Exchange, they boast an impressive collection of Silver, Bronze, Copper and Modern Age comics, as well as graphic novels, posters, licensed merchandise and more. Their motto: “We have nerdy stuff!”

This year FCBD events will include comedy from the troupe Pineapple-Shaped Lamps. PSL will be in costume, performing hilarious sketches for visitors throughout the day. Members of Browncoat Theatre’s troupe will be in costume, distributing materials and providing entertainment as well.

Also, strolling magic will be hosted by No Sleeves Magic Camp, and special screenings courtesy of the Cape Fear Independent Film Festival, featuring a flick with a superhero theme. The guest of honor will be actor Tony Todd, courtesy of Nerdvana and Yellow Dog Discs.

Tony Todd is a horror legend! His film credits include Ben in “Night of the Living

Dead,” Candyman in the Candyman series, Mr. Bludworth in the “Final Destination” series and notable roles in “The Crow,” “The Rock,” “The Man From Earth” and many more.

In conjunction with Todd, “The Walking Dead”’s Jane McNell will be set up at The Browncoat Theatre (111 Grace Street) on May 4th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to sign autographs and pose for photos with fans. Cost will be $20, and fans will receive a high quality 12x18 poster of their choice for either celebrity to sign.

There will also be “Dinner With Tony Todd at The Basics” offered for $50 per person.

Available at www.browncoattheatre.com. Alcohol and gratuity are not included. Then afterward, a fund-raiser party will take place from 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the Browncoat. Dubbed “Karaoke with the Candyman,” the cost is $20 and includes admission, one free raffle ticket (additional raffle tickets may be purchased for $10 each), and free house draft beer while supplies last. All proceeds raised from the event benefit Browncoat Theatre’s upcoming season.

Fanboy Comics University Landing, 419 S. College Rd, www.fanboycomics.biz • (910) 452-7828 Fanboy Comics has a number of great activities planned this year. In addition to the free comics and free food, there will be over $3,000 dollars in prizes and giveaways. They’ll be hosting a superhero kids’ lunch at Times Square Pizza. Favorite costumed superheroes and special guest artists, including AMC’s “The Walking Dead” poster artist Danny Miller and local Wilmington zombie artist Brandon Blanks, will be there.

The team at Fanboy Comics has always used the event to focus on a local charity or cause. This year is no exception, as they’ll be hosting a charity raffle to benefit local thespian Steve Vernon and assist with his medical bills after his recent hospitalization (see page 8 for the review of the director’s latest show). They’ll also being giving away 100 gift bags for the first 100 people in line. Lots of great events and several locations around Wilmington means there’s no reason to miss the fun of Free Comic Book Day 2013. Support your local comic book shop.

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events PENDER COUNTY SPRING FEST Courthouse Square: homegrown, handmade festival, featuring Pender County vendors, churches and non-profits that will provide a variety of foods and baked goods. The night before, you can kick up your heels at the street dance. 5/3, 6-10pm; 5/4, 9am-4pm.

Pender County Courthouse Square, Burgaw, NC. 910-259-4844.

DOWNTOWN ILM FASHION WALK Downtown ILM’s Fashion Walk feat. nine boutiques, offering exclusive deals and first dibs on new styles, first Thurs. every month through Sept. 5/2, 6/6, 7/4, 8/1 and 9/5, 5-9pm. Incl. Aqua Fedora, The Wonder Shop, Island Passage, Return Passage, Luxe, aMuse, Edge of Urge, GLAM and Momentum Surf & Skate Shop.

FREE COMIC BOOK DAY See page 40.

ROCK THE BLOCK 5/4, 10am-2pm: Local residents will have access to free health education and screenings at Rock the Block-5 Community Health Fair at the New Hanover Community Health Center, 925 North 4th St. Community block party w/ free live music, food and activities for children.

More than 500 people are expected to attend.

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5/2: DOWNTOWN ILM FASHION WALK With the numerous amount of local boutiques and style havens aligning our downtown Wilmington streets, there is no sense in celebrating Mother’s Day without a prezzie for dear ol’ Mom that has local flair. Head downtown on Thursday the 2nd to take advantage of the many offerings, from clothes to jewelry, hats and other accessories, showcased at specialty shops like Edge of Urge, Island Passage, The Wonder Shop, GLAM, Momentum Surf and Skate Shop, aMuse, Luxe and Return Passage. From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. folks will find exclusive deals and new styles the first Thursday of every month as part of Downtown’s Fashion Walk. ing factors. BMI assessments; blood pressure, blood glucose and cholesterol screenings; HIV testing and other free services are planned. Local musicians, poets, drill teams, choirs, dancers and other performers are invited to showcase their talents. Althea Johnson at 910-202-8623.

NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION MONTH National Historic Preservation Month, May 2013. Historic Wilmington Foundation will celebrate! Schedule: 5/4, 3pm: Guided Walking Tour of ILM’s first Streetcar Suburbs, Carolina Heights and Carolina Place. Meet at Market and 17th. Brief reception to follow at 1705 Market St. RSVP, free. • 5/5, 10-5pm: Old House Fair at the Coastline Conference and Convention Center, 501 Nutt St. • 5/11, 3pm: Guided Walking Tour of ILM’s first Automobile Suburb, For-

est Hills. Meet at Forest Hills Global Elementary School, 602 Colonial Dr. Brief reception to follow at 414 Forest Hills Dr. RSVP, free. www.historicwilmington.org.

SUSTAINABILITY TECHNOLOGIES CFCC’s Sustainability Technologies Program second annual Capstone Conference event.

McKeithan Center Auditorium on CFCC’s North Campus, Sat., 5/4, 9:45am-2pm.

Lunch served; free and open to public.13 graduating students from CFCC’s Sustainability Technologies Program will beshowcasing their projects in the fields of energy, sustainability and building technology. Feat. a diverse and exciting group of projects including an ASHRAE Level 2 industrial energy audit, an investigation of the plastics recycling industry, and a completed straw bale house. Lunch will feat. keynote speaker Suzanne Gooding, sustainability project manager for the City of Wilmington. Feat. displays focusing on technologies from this year’s as well as past year’s Capstone projects. www.cfcc.edu. remead669@mail.cfcc. edu or (513) 334-9804.

WILMINGTON SPORTS HALL OF FAME 5/5: Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame will welcome the 2013 inductees into membership at their annual banquet at the Burney Center on the campus of UNCW. The Reception and Silent Auction will begin at 5:00 pm followed by the induction ceremony and dinner at 6:30pm.

Annual tournament will be Saturday, May 4th.

27TH ANNUAL PARADE OF HOMES Wilmington-Cape Fear Home Builders Association Parade of Homes: 5/4-5, noon to 5pm.

Features a solar-powered home, built by Shallotte’s Blue Sky Building Company and installed

by Wilmington based Cape Fear Solar Systems at 543 Stanwood Drive SE in Bolivia. The Parade of Homes is sponsored by the Wilmington Cape-Fear Home Builders Association and highlights the finest work in local home construction. ww.wilmingtonparadeofhomes.com. Free to general public!

among just some of the specialties; several hands-on workshops. Win some nice items in a drawing during the afternoon. Wilm. RR admission is half-priced to fair attendees. edwards@ historicwilmington.org VERIZON E-CYCLE RALLY Verizon Call Center hosts electronic recycling rally, 5/9. Businesses and the public encouraged to drop off computers, monitors, office equipment televisions and all e-waste; mobile phones donated to Verizon’s Hopeline to benefit survivors of domestic violence. Laptops in good condition will be refurbished and donated to Work Vessels for Veterans. Drop off at 3601 Converse Rd, 7:30am-2:30pm. Items that will not be accepted include anything with hazardous waste such as batteries, inks/toners, and mercury bulbs. All batteries must be removed prior to drop off. Also not accepted are refrigerators or freezers, medical waste, units containing fluid such as motors and pumps, or any radioactive material such as x-ray equipment.

Collected mobile phones and laptops will benefit non-profit causes, like Work Vessels for Veterans (WVFV), a non-profit volunteer organization that separates laptops in good condition from all collected e-waste, donating them to veterans pursuing continued education.

LOVE YOUR MOTHER Love Your Mother: A Celebration for All the Mothers in Our Lives! 5/10, 5-7:30pm, 4414 Wrightsville Ave. www.sungalleryandgifts.com Coffee by Lativa Coffee Company and featuring 17 of Wilmington’s best artists! Fine art, jewelry, fiber and metal art. Sun Gallery and Gifts, 910443-6022.

75TH CHAMBER BIRTHDAY PARTY 75th Chamber is hosting a Celebration Extravaganza, Sun., 5/5, Ft. Fisher Air Force Rec. Area, 2-5pm. Birthday Party bringing your chairs, blankets, picnics and coolers (no glass or pets please) and enjoy the smooth Motown sounds of EnVision, a 12-piece band from WinstonSalem, NC complete with horns and four vocalists. Selling hot dogs and BBQ, as well as beer and soda, funnel cakes, Island Ice and Firehouse Kettle Korn will also be available. Chamber’s Mission is to enhance the quality of life of the citizens of Pleasure Island through the promotion of tourism and the economic development of Carolina and Kure Beaches and contiguous communities.

MOTHER’S DAY CRUISES 5/12: Cape Fear Riverboats’ Mother’s Day Riverboat Luncheon Cruise, 1pm-2:30pm.Deli buffet lunch and narrated scenic tour of the Cape Fear River. Pre-paid advance res. rqd. Boarding at 12:30pm. Henrietta III, riverfront at S. Water & Dock Streets. Cape Fear Riverboats celebrates 25 years in 2013. 910-343-1611; 800-676-0162; http://www.cfrboats.com/proddetail.php?prod=1020. • Mother’s Day Cruise of Harbor Island—free for mom’s on Mother’s Day (with at least two paid $20 passengers in her party) 1-hour historic harbor cruises depart at 11am, 12pm; 1pm; 2pm; 3pm; 4pm; 5pm. Sunset cruise at 6:30pm. Reservations recommended. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Cruises, Waynick Ave. (across from Blockade Runner Resort), 910-200-4002; www.wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com. • Mother’s Day Dessert Cruise, 1pm & 2:30pm. 90-minute narrated dessert cruise of the storied Cape Fear River. Advance reservations. Boards at 12:45pm & 2:30pm from Riverwalk at 212 S. Water St., between Orange & Ann streets. 910-338-3134; wilmingtonwater-

OLD HOUSE FAIR Historic Wilmington Foundation presents Old House Fair, 5/5, to start the celebration of National Preservation Month’s theme “See! Save!

Celebrate!” Coastline Conference and Event Center, 503 Nutt St., 1-5pm, $2/person. To feat. almost 20 vendors who can discuss rehabilitation and restoration, roofing, energy efficiency, painting, insurance and construction lending

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CIVIL SERVANTS DAY 5/19, 10:30am: Civil Servants Day, 4715 Carolina Beach Rd. We thank you very much.

Public Servant’s deserve our thanks throughout the year and we invite you to continue honoring them for the work they de each and everyday. Help us in honoring them; luncheon immediately following the morning worship service. We request wearing uniforms if possible.

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fund-rasiers/charity RED CROSS VOLUNTEER Eastern NC region is celebrating its dedicated volunteers and partners. These volunteers power the American Red Cross, making it possible for the organization to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. Volunteers are central to the work of the Red Cross in eastern NC and in communities across the country, as on average, the Red Cross has 15 volunteers for every one employee. Red Cross volunteers: Teach first aid, CPR, swimming and other lifesaving skills. Respond to disasters and reconnect families separated by disasters or conflict. www. redcross.org/support/volunteer.

3RD ANNUAL BLUE JEAN BALL Blue Jean Ball, Bling At The Beach Shake the sand from your flip-flops and polish your bling.

Assistance League of Greater Wilmington is going beachy this year with its 3rd annual Blue Jean Ball dinner-dance fundraiser. Frances Weller of WECT will emcee this casual event and guests can enjoy the sounds of The Imitations and dance to beach music, rock ‘n roll or soul. A silent auction with many exciting items will take place throughout the evening, 5/3, 6-10:30pm, Wilmington Convention Center. 686-9507. Tickets are $65/per person. Assistance League is a national all-volunteer, nonprofit organization whose fundraisers have benefited more than 4,000 children, seniors, and families in need, in the greater Wilmington area. www.assistanceleaguegreaterwilmington.org.

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Coastal Cosmetic Family Denistry, Fri., 5/3, 7:30-4:30pm, Hwy 211, 910-253-0000. Providing a free day of dental care to more than 150 residents. The line will begin as early as midnight the night before for the opportunity to receive free dental services—giving back to the community and provide aid to the growing number of Americans without dental insurance. Last year, the team at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry, volunteers and sponsors provided the 150 patients with a free extraction, filling or cleaning.

This is the 2nd annual event for CCFD, who has donated more than $50,000 in free dental care to more than 150 Brunswick County residents.

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CYSTIC FIBROASIS 5K WALK/RUN Cystic Fibrosis Great Strides Walk & 5K Run on 5/4 at Mayfaire Town Center. Register: www. greatstridesnc.org CAPE FEAR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Sat., 5/4: Construction, Women’s Build! Cleanup and landscape, 8am-3pm. Lunch at 11:30pm.

A program for women who want to learn construction skills and build homes and communities. Looking for males to prepare and serve the lunch! • Porches & hardware, 8am-3pm; lunch break at 11:30pm (bring your own). No available slots. • Community Events: Rock the Block

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Community Health Fair, 10am-2pm, 925 N. 4th St. Represent Habitat while enjoying free live music, food and activities for children. All shifts available! • Become a ‘Lunch Bunch’ donor, and you will be helping our dedicated, hardworking construction volunteers by providing them with lunch. Pick a Saturday that works best for you or your group; decide if you would like to provide lunch yearly, quarterly or monthly; provide basic, simple lunches for approximately 35-40 construction volunteers.You can provide physical lunch r you can donate funds for us to purchase lunch. • Volunteer in our ReStore! Looking for pleasant people to help us keep the store organized while retaining an upbeat and welcoming feel to keep customers coming back! 1208 S. 3rd St or 7330 Market St. TEAMS NEEDED: GOLF CLASSIC The Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking golfers to play in this annual Southport-Oak Island Golf Classic.

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GAME DAY AND SILENT AUCTION The GFWC NC Sorosis Club is sponsoring a Game Day and Silent Auction fundraiser to benefit the College Park Elementary School Backpack Program on Sat., 5/4, 10am-4pm, at 20 south Cardinal Dr. Prizes will be auctioned during the fundraiser with proceeds also benefiting the Backpack Program at College Park Elementary School. Fee $100/table of four ($25/ person). Becky Hart at 910-350-8040 or Brigitte Harris at 910-799-3812.

KIWANIS CLUB OF TOPSAIL 27th annual Topsail Area Kiwanis Golf Tournament, 8:30am, Sat., 5/4. North Shore Country Club Captain’s Choice: prizes, refreshment carts, BBQ and chicken lunch, raffle, gifts and Inland Charter Fishing Trip for Winning Team.

Reg: Rick Benton, 910-604-3835, or Randy Cox, 910-328-6728. Proceeds benefit Kiwanis kids’ programming. North Shore Country Club, registration is $75/golfer. $5 Mulligans-4/Team Maximum.

HANDMADE ILM POP-UP MARKET 5/5, 10am-4pm: Handmade Wilmington is hosting Pop-Up Market at Old City Market, Downtown on the River 119 S Water St. Featuring fine arts and crafts from local artisans to benefit Holly Larue Frizzell, a little girl in Wilmington who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in December, just four days before she would be covered on her mother’s new insurance plan.

MEMORIAL GOLF TOUNEY 5/11, 10am-4:30pm: Memorial Golf Tournament for Detective Kyle Jones. Detective Kyle Jones passed away in January suddenly. I understand that he is from the Brunswick County Police

Dept., however I am inviting the WPD and all other departments around the area to come support this family. All proceeds will go to his daughter Chloe Reyde Jones. $320/team or $80/golfer; free to just attend and participate in all activities. We will accept donations. Golfers Tee of Shotgun start 10am and other activities from 11:30am -4:30pm.

GOOD SHEPHERD BEACH PARTY Beach Party at Blockade Runner Resort on Wrightsville Beach, 5/18, 3pm. Good Shepherd will host hundreds of our very best friends for hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and fun! Two local bands will serenade guests as they visit with one another. Three major raffle prizes will be awarded, and guests will get a special gift, just for attending. assocdevelopmentdirector@goodshepherdwilmington.org ORTHO WILMINGTON 5K OrthoWilmington 5K, 5/18, 8am, followed by Girls on the Run and STRIDE, then walkers and strollers. Glen Meade neighborhood, with preand post-race activities at First Baptists Church.

Girls on Run and STRIDE are nonprofits that promote a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living through running. Reg: sportoften.com.

WILMINGTON SYMPHONY GOLF CLASSIC Wilmington Symphony 16th Annual Golf Classic Eagle Point Golf Club, Tues., 5/21. Shotgun start at 8:30am. Breakfast and Registration from 7:30-8:30am. Exclusive 18-hole, caddied course! Eagle Point Golf Club: Ranked No.47

by Golf Digest in their America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses. 7,170 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. Stunning scenery, great amenities & fabulous food! No gimmicks, just great golf! Format: Best Ball http://wilmingtonsymphony.org/otherevents.html

theatre/auditions THEATRENOW TheatreNOW dinner theatre presents “Murder on the Set,” every Friday thru August. Doors at 5:30pm. Show starts at 6:30pm. Tickets $42/$30. Includes 3-course meal with choice of entrée. • “Swing and A Miss,” written by Zack Hanne, a comedy in the vein of “Bull Durham” or “Major League,” finds the three stars of the Wilmington Sharks in the midst of their championship game. Unfortunately, they are all twarted by relationship problems preventing them from keeping their head in the game.

Includes 3-course meal with choice of entrée.

Adult content; teens and older. After 5/4 performance, music from Country Cookin’ with the Good Ole Boys, feat. Zach Hanner and bandmates from theCity Stage production of “Hank Williams: Lost Highway.” Classic country tunes performed live with “Hee Haw”-style sketches interspersed. Tickets include dinner and show: $30-$42. www.theatrewilmington.com. TheatreNOW, 10th and Dock streets. www.theatrewilmington.com BIG DAWG PRODUCTIONS See page 8-9.

BROWNCOAT PUB AND THEATRE 5/3-4, Fri/Sat, 8pm; Sun., 5pm. Browncoat Pub and Theatre presents a new play by Cody Diagle, “William and Judith.” It’s 1610 London and the Shakespeares,William, his wife, Anne Hathaway, daughter, Jude, and his sister, Judith., and his best friend, Richard Burbage, the famous actor, needs a play to reopen The Globe Theatre after the plague, and will take the first script ready. Directed by Nicole Farmer. $15 general admission, $10 students. • Thursday Night Live Improv with the Fruity Oaty Bars this and every Thursday. Free show where you find out what the actors are going to do at the same time as the actors! Doors, 7:30; hilarity, 8pm. • Dialogues of Odd Bedfellows: A writers and actors showcasE, 5/17-19, 24-26, 31 & 6/1. open to dialogue submission; see Facebook event for more details. 111 Grace St. 910-341-0001 THALIAN ASSOCIATION 5/16: Pump Boys and Dinettes: Set in NC, the musical features a country/pop score in which the actors onstage play all of the instruments as well. Tony Award nomination for Best Musical when it opened on Broadway in 1982; Broadway revival will open in April starring American Idol alum Bo Bice. The musical follows four hardworking fellas at a rest stop gas station and the waitresses with whom they have a special kinship. Directed and choreographed by Debra

Gillingham May 16-26. Memberships for Thalian Association’s season of productions are now available by calling 910-251-1788 or by visiting thalian.org.

VENUS IS FUR Imaginary Theater Company, which most recently produced Yankee Tavern and Boston Marriage, at the Red Barn Studio Theatre, takes up temporary residence at the Cape Fear Playhouse to present David Ives’ daring comic drama, Venus in Fur. Funny, erotic, and mysterious, Venus in Fur explores the nature of power and the tension between reality and fantasy. A struggling playwright has adapted the classic Victoria sadomasochistic novel Venus in Fur. Now he just has to find the perfect actress for the sophisticated leading character, a seductive mistress who inspires slavish devotion. Starring Mike O’Neil and Anna Stromberg. Lee Lowrimore directs. 5/30-6/23, Thurs-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. 613 Castle St. Tickets: $23-$2, www.bigdawgproductions.org. 910-367-5237

comedy CAPE FEAR COMEDY FESTIVAL See pages 28-29.

HAROLD NIGHT Come down to the Nutt Street Comedy Room Tuesdays for the opportunity to perform at Harold Night. Each night two troupes perform a 2025 minute ‘Harold’ long-form improv. After the show come up on stage and join the other improvisers in an improv jam! No experience necessary! Come have fun every Tuesday at 9pm. Nutt St. Comedy Room, basement of Soapbox, 255 N. Front St. Free!

JOKES ‘N’ SMOKE Every first Mon. of the month will feature a stand-up comedy showcase. Hosted by Brian Granger, performances by Reid Clark, Cordero Wilson and more of Nutt Street Comedy Club’s finest. 3021 Market St. Arabian Nights Hookah Bar. 9pm; free.

NUTT STREET COMEDY ROOM Tuesday Improv, 9pm (no cover) • Wed. Nutt House Improv, 9pm ($2) • Thursday Open Mic Night, 9pm (no cover) • Friday/Saturday National touring comedians 8pm & 10pm (see website for schedule) • Saturdays, 11pm: SNL televised @ Nutt St. • Cape Fear Comedy Fest. 5/1-4, Nutt St Comedy Room, basement of Soapbox. Get tickets, www.nuttstreet.com.

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Auditions will be held on Sat., 3/16, 2 p.m. Nutt Street Comedy Room (the basement of the Soapbox) 255 N. Front St. johnnyaction80@ gmail.com or John Gray 910-297-8709

music/concerts CAPE FEAR CHORALE AUDITIONS Auditions for Cape Fear Chorale’s fall season are open and will continue until sections are filled Adult singers in all voice parts, particularly tenors and basses, are invited to schedule auditions by contacting the music director, Jerry Cribbs, at info@capefearchorale.org. Previous mixed voice choral experience and the ability to read music will be helpful. The Chorale will present its 15th Anniversary Concert on November 24, 2013. Concert will include the premiere of a commissioned work by Carl Nygard, Jr. and a Community Sing Along of Handel’s Messiah.

Monday evening rehearsals begin 8/19 at Grace United Methodist church in downtown Wilmington. www.capefearchorale.org.

MASTERS OF MOTOWN Thur. & Fri., 5/2-3, 8pm. So many hits, so little time! You’ve got two evenings to travel to Motor City for all of Motown’s iconic songs of the 60s.

The full live band and high-stepping vocalists pay tribute to tunes forever playing in our memories -- hits by legendary Motown groups including The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Gladys Knight & the Pips, The Commodores, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell, Diana Ross & the Supremes, the Jackson Five & more! $18-$35. Thalian Hall, downtown. www.mastersofmotown.com or thalianhall.com.

AIRLIE CONCERT SERIES Airlie Concert Series lineup, first and third Friday of the month from May until September: 5/3, L Shape Lot; 5/17, Bibis Ellison; 6/7, Shine; 6/21, 40 East Band; 7/5, Cosmic Groove Lizards; 7/19, Jack Jack 180; 8/2, The 360 Degrees; 8/16, Grenoldo Frazier; 9/6, Stardust; 9/20, The Imitations. www.airliegardens.org.

NC SYMPHONY All Wilmington concerts at 8pm in Kenan Auditorium, UNCW. Schedule: Tchaikovsky’s “Pathétique” Symphony, 5/4, w/William Henry Curry, resident conductor. Verdi: Overture to La Forza del Destino, Wagner: Dawn and Siegfried’s Rhine Journey from Götterdämmerung, Verdi: Triumphal March and Ballet from Aïda an dTchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique.” ncsymphony.org PENGUIN CONCERTS 98.3 The Penguin presents at Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre their summer concert series: • Fri, 5/10: Robert Randolph and the Family Band w/ Big Something, 6-10:30pm. Tickets: $25/adv or $30/day of. • Mon., 7/29: Trampled By Turtles w/ The Devil Makes Three, 5-10:30pm. Tickets $20/adv. or $25/day of • Fri., 8/2: Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers, 6-10:30pm. Tickets $40/adv or $47/day of. All ages; children under 5 free. Tickets at Gravity Records, Momentum Surf & Skate and online at www.983thepenguin. com.

OUTDOOR CONCERT 5/10, 6pm-8pm. Outdoor Concert. Does Mom love music? Take her to hear a free acoustic rock

concert with music by The Other Guys & A Gal. Free. Mayfaire Town Centre, Wilmington; www. mayfairetown.com UNCW VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE The UNCW Vocal Jazz Ensemble will be performing works by the Beatles, Broadway composer Frank Loesser, and legendary saxophonist John Coltrane 5/18, 7pm in the Activity Center of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church (corner of Peachtree and 51st street). Advanced ticket sales start May 1st at the church office (791-4092). $10 ticket price includes the concert, assorted desserts, and assorted fruit. Proceeds benefit the church’s Choral Scholar program and its music concert series.

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

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CONTRAST Paintings, drawings, and prints by E. Francisca Dekker and Benjamin Billingsley. Two different people, two different cultures, two different styles—a perfect contrast! Guests are invited to meet the artists and WHQR staff while enjoying great food and wine. Opening night will feature a fantastic performance by local jazz pianist Julia Walker Jewell and live illustration by E. Francisca Dekker. WHQR MC Erny Gallery, 254 N. Front St. Ste 300. 910-343-1640. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR. Additional reception: 5/24 Regular Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday, 10-4 pm.

EMERGENCE “Emergence,” art and sculpture by Justin Campbell and Aaron Earley. Exhibit runs through June 16th. French-American sculptor Justin Campbell was born in Chambery, a city in the French Alps, and grew up on the NC coast developing an intimate connection with the subtropical wildlife in and out of the water. Justin currently specializes on metalwork out of his studio in Wilmington, forging iron, bronze, aluminum and wood creations reflect vigor and bold imagination.

Aaron Earley works in drawings (“Semi-Deer) and inkblots, creating and administering them to illustrate visualizations into the design— a practice of childhood intrigue, a play on the methodology of the Rorschach test, and an examination of my adult subconscious, dexterity, and perception.Bottega is open 4pm-2am Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and 2pm-2am Thursdays through Sundays. 208 N. Front Street, downtown Wilmington.

A new art show is hanging at Bottega Art and Wine SPRING FLEA AT BAC Bar at 208 North Front Street. “Emergence” fea“The Spring Flea at BAC, Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St., 5/31, 3-9pm; 6/1, tures art and sculpture by Justin Campbell and Aar10am-5pm; 6/2, noon-5pm. Go-to shopon Earley. Campbell specializes in metalwork while ping experience of the season—with a Earley showcases drawings and inkblots. Both wide array of vintage, retro, and upcycled treasures—and tons of fun, with Wilmingartists’ work can be seen at Bottega through June ton’s finest food trucks feeding the crowds, 16th. The gallery is open Tuesday and Wednesday, Grinder’s Caffé serving specialty coffee 4 p.m. - 2 a.m.; and Thursdays through Sundays beverages and sweets, and the BAC cash from 2 p.m. - 2 a.m. bar serving liquid refreshments. $5—good for all three days and includes a raffle ticket.

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CONTRA DANCE Tuesday night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm.

Social dance for all levels; singles and couples, FROM DIOR’S PARIS TO CALABASH “From Dior’s Paris to Calabash: Whimsical Crefamilies, college and high school students and LINE DANCING ations & Vintage Fashion Drawings” by George folks of all dancing abilities are invited to come.

Wrightsville Beach Parks & Rec offers beginGerald Davis, hangs through 6/15. Reception $4. (910) 538-9711. ner line dancing lessons with Inez Eason, for5/11, 2-5pm. Sunset River Marketplace art mer NFL-World League Football Professional TANGO WILMINGTON gallery in Calabash, N.C. will feature works by Cheerleader. Any age; no partners are needed Tango classes and social dancing, Fridays, George Gerald Davis, an apprentice with a modfor this fun dance style, and with 1-hour classes Carolina Lounge of Ramada Inn. 5001 Market eliste of Christian Dior in order to study draping held on Sun. afternoons. Starts 5/5, 4-5pm, at Street (between College and Kerr). 8-9:45pm. and design. With Brook Volland, opened a milthe Wrightsville Bch RecCenter. Pre-reg. (910) $5 lounge entrance includes beginners, 7:30pm. linery shop in New York before relocating to Wil256-7925. son, N.C. and opened Gerald-Brook Boutique, SHAG LESSONS run for 28 years. The show at Sunset River will 5/9: Instructor Ken Jones can teach anyone to include several of Davis’ whimsically embelshag! No partner needed; Thursday evenings. lished shoes along with 30-some original vintage Beginner class is from 6:45-7:45pm, and the A FRAME OF MIND GALLERY fashion drawings from his college days in the Intermediate class is from 7:45-8:45pm. ClassA Frame of Mind Gallery is currently showing States and his apprenticeship in Paris. 10283 es are held in the Fran Russ Rec. Center, at new works in oils and water colors by WilmingBeach Drive SW (Hwy 179), Calabash. www.

Wrightsville Beach Park. Pre-reg. requested. ton artist Eunice Andrews as well as some of the sunsetrivermarketplace.com or 910-575-5999.

256-7925 or www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com many works of David D. Hume—artist, author UNCW ART EXHIBIT and world traveler. Karen Q. Hunsberger’s handDANCE ELEMENT UNCW Senior Art Exhibit , Spring 2013, through crafted baskets are also on display thru 6/30.

The Dance Element presents “The 60’s” Spring 5/11. UNCW graduating studio art seniors in1903 Princess St. (Carolina Heights) 251-8854.

Showcase 2013, feat. an afternoon of dance and vite the community to their art exhibition at the Mon-Fri., 10-6, and Sat., 10-3. wilmingtonart@ celebrating a decade of music that shaped a genArt Gallery, located on the first floor of the Culaol.com. Free. eration. 5/19, 3pm, Roland Grise Auditorium, tural Arts Building. The exhibit is the capstone “The 60’s” will feature the student performers of The Dance Element, along with Element Productions Company dancers, and Dance Element staff members. Motown, folk, British Invasion and more themed dance performances, from the flight of Apollo 11, to the war in Vietnam, and the Summer of Love in San Francisco. Admission: $10/adults; $5/children and seniors. 7211 Ogden Business Ln., Ste 205. 910-685-3787. www.thedanceelement.com.

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IRISH STEP DANCE Traditional Irish Step Dancing Beginners to Championship level ages 5-adult! Mondays nights. The studio is located at 1211 South 44th St. www.walshkelleyschool.com. adamsclan4@ hotmail.com ZUMBA Zumba instructor Priscila! Priscila from Brazil will be leading the Wednesday evening Zumba class at WB Parks and Rec. Classes are held Tues.,

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for graduating studio art majors, showcasing a culmination of their experiences and education at UNCW. Submitted pieces of paintings, ceramics, sculpture, photography, drawing, graphic design, printing, and mixed media were juried by faculty.

CALLING ARTISTS Sculptors, soap and candle makers, wood workers, painters, quilters, photographers, and bakers are invited to showcase work at Southport Christian’s Annual Spring Fest on Sat., 5/11, 10-4 at Franklin Square Park. Take advantage of this opportunity to sell your work directly to the public. Booth spaces are only $25, www.southportchristian.com. (910)457-5060.

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CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB Impressions of the Lower Cape Fear, a photography exhibition by the Cape Fear Camera Club, will be held at the Cape Fear Museum of History & Science, the oldest history museum in North Carolina. Runs through 10/27, during museum hours and will be integrated with the upper-level galleries. The scope of the exhibit focuses on the region of the Lower Cape Fear, an area rich and diverse in habitats, wildlife, culture, and history. Through framed prints, projected digital images, and interpretive labels, the exhibit presents the museum visitor with aphotographic journey of the area. 814 Market St.

MISSILES AND MORE MUSEUM Topsail Island’s Missiles and More Museum features the rich history and artifacts of this area from prehistoric to present time. Exhibits: Operation Bumblebee, missile project that operated on Topsail Island shortly after World War II; Camp Davis, an important antiaircraft training center during WWII located near Topsail Island; WASPS, group of young, daring women who were the first female pilots trained to fly American military aircraft during WWII; Pirates of the Carolinas, depicting the history and “colorful” stories of 10 pirates in the Carolinas including the infamous Blackbeard; Shell Exhibits, and intricate seashells from all over the world as well as Topsail; and more! 720 Channel Blvd. in Topsail Beach. Mon-Fri, 2-5pm; after Memorial Day through Sat, 2-5pm. 910-328-8663 or 910-3282488. topsailmissilesmuseum.org.

museums CONFEDERATE DAY MEMORIAL 5/11: Confederate Memorial Day. History lesson with a tour of Fort Fisher, followed by a special memorial service at 4pm to honor Confederate soldiers Free. Fort Fisher State Historic Site, Kure Beach. 910-458-5538; www.nchistoricsites.org/fisher/fisher.htm.

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5/5: FRAGMENTS OF WAR Through Sunday, May 5th, folks will have their last chance to see the Cape Fear Museum’s “Fragments of War” exhibit. Local experiences of the Civil War can be seen through various artifacts and documents which are on display at the museum. Items include a commission signed by Abraham Lincoln, local man Colonel Gaston Meares’ hat and more. Admission is $4 to $7 and free for children under 3 years of age.

The museum is located at 814 Market Street.

NEW UNCW ART EXHIBITS Through 7/30, UNCW Association for Campus Entertainment announces two new exhibits: Once Upon an Opera, exhibited in the Ann Flack Boseman Gallery, features costumes from two UNCW musicals. Sculpture on the Commons II, an outdoor exhibit near the Fisher Student Center, features work by intermediate and advanced

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IVEY HAYES RETROSPECTIVE The Bellamy Mansion Museum presents”Ivey Hayes: A Retrospective A Special Exhibit” through 5/17. Ivey Hayes was born August 15, 1948 in Rocky Point, North Carolina, and has a strong connection to the area he grew up in.

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BELLAMY MANSION One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, itf ocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action. 910-251-3700 or www. bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St. NC AQUARIUM Moms love our aquarium and appreciate its special programs: Aquarist Apprentice, 2pm, 5/11. • Behind the Scenes Tour, 1pm, 5/12 • Salt Marsh and Crabbing, 2:30pm, Sun. Admission/program charges apply. Pre-registration required for all programs. NC Aquarium at Ft. Fort Fisher, Kure Beach. 910-458-7468; www. ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher CAPE FEAR MUSEUM Exhibits: Fragments of War (through 5/5): Explore the local experiences of the Civil War through the artifacts and documents that have survived to help us imagine what life was like during the conflict. • Collection Selections: Breakfast (through 7/14): View a selection of artifacts that document how Wilmingtonians made breakfast at home and also represent the Port City’s breakfast eateries of the past and present. See how breakfast preparation has changed yet remained the same over the last two centuries. • Impressions of the Lower Cape Fear (through 10/27): Take a photographic journey of southeastern North Carolina...a region rich with diverse habitats, wildlife, culture, and history. Featuring more than 100 printed and digital works by Cape Fear Camera Club members. Hours: 9am-5pm through 9/10; Tues-Sat; 1-5pm, Sun. $7 for adults; $6 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $6 special military rate with valid military ID; $4 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members admitted free. 814 Market St. 910-798-4367. www.capefearmuseum.com.

CAMERON ART MUSEUM Exhibits: “Here & Now: A Decade of Contemporary Acquisitions” through July 21. Focuses on an exploration of contemporary acquisitions to the permanent collection since the establishment of the Cameron Art Museum in 2002.

Some of the most famous artists in the exhibition are Romare Bearden, Sam Francis, Donald

Sultan, Mark Flood, Viola Frey, Leonard Baskin, Hiroshi Sueyoshi, Jim Dine and the newest acquisition by Shahzia Sikander.• Pancoe Art Education Center’s Seagrove and Contemporary Pottery in the Exhibition Cases Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. TuesSun,11am-5pm; Thurs: 11am-9pm. Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. www.cameronartmuseum.com or 910-395-5999.

Housed in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level.

By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $4/family and includes access to entire Museum. Admission for 2012 only $8.50 adult, $7.50 senior/military, $4.50 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. North end of downtown at 505 Nutt St.910-763-2634.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Fri., 5/3, 3:30pm, and Sat., 5/4, 10am-noon: Wilmington Area Woodturners’ live demonstration of the Art of Woodturning! Find out how a tool called a “lathe” can shape wood into familiar objects like spinning tops, honey dippers, baseball bats and more! Children 8 and up can try their hand at using the lathe.

The Woodturners will also display some of their works of art such as bowls, vases, and platters. Included in admission, free to museum members • Our 3rd Annual Family Farm Day is Sat., 5/11, from 9am-12. Join us out in the courtyard at the Museum as it is transformed into a “barnyard” complete with pony rides, bunnies, chicks, and a sheep! • Drop off gently used books at our Museum to be used for a good cause.

Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits. www.playwilmington.org

LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered MonFri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. 126 S. Third St. Adults $8, children $4. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles

5/3: PING PONG AT BAC The Wilmington Table Tennis Club will be hosting a Ping-Pong Throwdown at the Brooklyn Arts Center on Friday, May 3rd, beginning at 4 p.m. It is an open-play tournament with eight tables, lots of music, cash prizes for top contenders and a food truck onsite to sell tasty treats. A player registration fee is $10 or $5 for spectators. Price comes with a beer and a raffle ticket to win items like concert tickets, ping-pong gear and more!

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the interaction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 year history of Wrightsville Beach. 256-2569. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com.

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts.

in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy.” and “Sheena”, a 23ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth.

Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 7621669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.

BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE 18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial

life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm.

Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. www.burgwinwrighthouse.com.

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RUNS AND 5KS 5/11: Carolina Strawberry Festival 5k Run/ Walk at River Landing Country Club, Wallace, NC! 7:30am; $25, and all runners and walkerswho register before 4/15 will receive a T-shirt. Prizes awarded for the top three finishers for males and females. • 5/18: 2013 Patriot Rush 5k & 1-mile walk/run. 8am. Grace Baptist Church & Wilmington Christian Academy, Wilmington. http://its-go-time.com/eventregistration?ee=58

sports/recreation PING PONG THROWDOWN The Brooklyn Arts Center is excited to announce the “Port City Ping Pong Throwdown,” 516 North 4th St., Fri., 5/3, 4pm. Open play after the tournament. Wilmington Table Tennis Club presents event and all players are welcome: playing for fun, playing for keeps. Eight tables, cool tunes, cash prizes for top finishers, and lots of room for cheering fans.Food truck parked to feed the crowd and BAC cash bar open. Player registration fee is $10; non-player admission is $5 and includes a beer and a raffle ticket.

Raffle is sponsored by Omega Sports, so expect some excellent Ping Pong gear, concert tickets for shows at BAC, t-shirts, tote bags, koozies, and more. Player registration is at brooklynartsnc.com.

NATIONAL MIGRATORY BIRD DAY 5/11: National Migratory Bird Day. Celebrate National Migratory Bird Day with a day filled with bird hikes, presentations, and craft activities for kids. Carolina Beach State Park, Carolina Beach (a NC Birding Trail site). Free. 910-458-8206; www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/events-calendar/national-migratory-bird-day.

SURF COMPETITIONS 5/18-19: 11th Annual Kona Waterman’s Classic. Longboard surf competition (day 1) & standup paddleboard race (day 2). Crystal Pier at The Oceanic, Wrightsville Beach. http://wblasurf. org/2013/02/20/2013-kona-waterman-classic • 8/17-18: Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic. Women’s surf competition. South end of Wrightsville Beach. http://wblasurf.org/category/events/

NON-USTA ADULT TENNIS TOURNAMENT 5/4, Jacksonville Recreation along with The Salvation Army is co-hosting a non-USTA Adult Tennis Tournament as part of Jacksonville’s Jamboree. Each entrant may compete in a maximum of one singles and one doubles event. Proceeds go to help support the Salvation Army. Jacksonville Commons Tennis Courts: $20 Singles/ $40 Doubles per team.

Men’s and Women’s Singles / 3.5-4.0; Doubles / 3.5-4.0; Open; Mixed Doubles/ 7.0-8.0. Reg. before 4/26, Mon-Fri., 8am-5pm, at the Recreation Administration Office or (910)935-5304. mstrickland@ci.jacksonville.nc.us

SEASIDE SOCCER CLASSIC 5/18-19: Seaside Soccer Classic. Cape Fear Regional Soccer Park & others, Wilmington.

910-392-0306; www.capefearsoccer.com WOMEN’S/MEN’S SINGLES TENNIS Women’s and Men’s Singles Tennis Ladder each summer. All players will be combined into a single ladder. Beginners learn to play competitively, and will gradually move up the ladder as their skills improve. Play begins 5/20 and ends 8/20. $20 Wrightsville Beach Residents / $25 Non-residents. Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation: (910) 256-7925 or visit www. townofwrightsvillebeach.com.

MEN’S 4-ON-4 OUTDOOR B-BALL LEAGUE Wrightsville Beach Parks & Rec Dept. presents the Summer 2013 Wrightsville Beach 4-on-4 Outdoor Men’s Adult Basketball League. Games are played Mon.-Thurs., 6-7pm, beginning 5/28.

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kids’ stuff HAPPY LITTLE SINGERS Early Childhood Music and Movement program - learning through music, instruments, fun and creative play – for children 6 months through 6 years and parent/caregiver. Drop ins welcome! $10 per family (one child), $5 each additional child. Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. Hannah Block USO/ Community Arts Center, 2nd and Orange St. www.happylittlesingers.com 910-777-8889

BOOKS TO MOVIES 6/9, 2pm: Our contract doesn’t allow us to announce the title of the movie through the media, but we can say that on June 9 the film is based on a novel by Nicholas Sparks, and that only adults will be admitted. 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. • 7/14, 2pm: Our contract doesn’t allow us to THEATRE NOW Children’s Theater Super Saturday Fun Time. announce the title of the movie through the meKid’s live adventure and variety show. Saturdays. dia, but we can say that on July 14 the film is Doors open at 11am. $8/$1 off with Kid’s Club based on a biographical sports drama by John Membership. Drop off service available.Tickets: Carlin, and that only adults will be admitted. • www.theatrewilmington.com or 910-399-3NOW 8/11: On August 11 the film is a romantic comedy based on a novel by Wendelin Van Draanen, and that only adults will be admitted. 798-6371 for more information. Free, courtesy of the Friends of the Library, no registration is needed, and you may bring your own refreshments. At OLD BOOKS ON FRONT STREET Northeast Regional Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Clyde Edgerton: See page 39. • Green Book Rd. dhodder@nhcgov.com.

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PHILIP GERARD Philip Gerard, chair of the Department of Creative Writing at UNCW, will read from his new

nonfiction book “Down the Wild Cape Fear” at 7pm, 5/7, at Northeast Library. Book sales will be provided courtesy of Pomegranate Books, and the Friends of the Library will serve refreshments. Free and reservations are not required.

Dorothy Hodder at 910-798-6323.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF LCF “Perhaps the Last Lynching in Pender County” by Superior Court Local UNCW professor and creative writing department Judge Gary Trawick at 7pm, 5/9 at the Old County Courthouse, 24 chair Philip Gerard will read from his latest nonfiction N. 3rd St. Dock Rogers was no book, “Down the Wild Cape Fear.” Gerard is the author hero, but he didn’t deserve to die at of seven books, often contributes to magazines like the hands of a mob. Tickets: $10 • “Our State” and teaches fiction and nonfiction to exTea Time for Mothers, Daughters, & Grandmothers. Two seatings: perienced and amateur writers. His book-signing and 10:30am and 1pm on Sat., 5/11 at reading will take place at the Northeast Library off the Latimer House, 126 South 3rd Military Cutoff, with books sales sponsored by PomeSt. First seating for mothers and girls granate Books. Refreshments will be served; free and 6 and up; second seating for ages no registration is required.

10 and up. Noon program features vintage dolls and a speaker. Pre-paid reservations $25 before 5/8. Not handicapped accessible. • Acclaimed author and prolight, shadow, compositional design and line fessor Bland Simpson discusses his book “Two dynamics. Beginners or experienced. • Oil PasCaptains from Carolina” on Thurs., 5/16 at tel/Colored Pencil Workshops5/11, 25, 10am11am at the Latimer House, 126 South 3rd St. 1pm. Create a drawing with colored pencils One captain is a blockade runner and the other from your photo or imagination. Overlay the a slave. Optional lunch by Jester’s Café: $15. drawing with oil pastels to create a patina-like Not handicapped accessible. Books available, finish. Beginners or experienced. author to sign. Reservations: 910 762-0492 or BRIDGE WORKSHOPS www.hslcf.org.

The WB Parks & Recreation Dept. is offering RHETT JOHNSON the following Bridge Workshops, 10am-noon, Rhett Johnson will speak on the new book with Marie Killoran. “Overcalls,” 5/2; “Weak “Longleaf, Far as the Eye Can See: A New Vi2 Bids,” 5/9; “Big Hand Bidding,” 5/16. Presion of North America’s Richest Forest,” 7pm, reg. rqd. 256-7925 or www.townofwrightsvilFri., 5/10, Northeast Library. Free, sponsored lebeach.com.

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Hanover County Public Library. Besides co-writing Longleaf, Mr. Johnson is a cofounder and past-president of the Longleaf Alliance. Pomegranate Books will sell copies of Longleaf before and after the presentation, and the Friends of the Library will serve refreshments. Nancy Buckingham at 910-409-5160 or Dorothy Hodder at 910-798-6323.

classes/workshops ART CLASSES May art workshops with Lois DeWitt: loislight@ bellsouth.net or 910 547-8115. $50 ea. Materials provided. • Stencil Acrylic Painting Workshops at Artful Living Group, 5/7, 21, 2-5pm.

Color and image overlay, composition, texture and design are explored. • Paint the Beach Workshops at Artful Living Group, 5/8, 22,

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2-5pm. Bring a photo of your favorite beachy subject to learn how to transfer your photo image to a canvas and how to paint your beach subject with acrylic paint. • Drawing Workshops, 5/6, 5/20, 10am-1pm. Bring a photo and learn how to create a drawing from it using

HALLOWEEN AND MORE Halloween and More! presents Stage/Theatrical and Special Effects Make-up Classes on 5/3. Mehron Make-up Company will have a pro makeup artists, 420 S. College Rd. Two classes: 4pm-6pm and 7pm-9pm. $10 will reserve a seat to enable you to participate in one or both classes, and will be applied toward any purchase. 910-452-2291.

CF LITERACY COUNCIL TUTOR TRAINING Adult Basic Literacy on Mon/Wed, 5/615, 6:30-9:30pm. Mon/Wed. or English for Speakers of Other Languages, 5/21-23, 6:309:30pm. Volunteers do not need special training or to speak another language to become a tutor. 1012 S. 17th St. (910) 251-0911 to register.

VETERAN’S INSTITUTE 5/13-17: Cape Fear Community College will

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host a new summer veteran’s institute, free. The one-week program designed to assist veterans in enrolling in, adjusting to, and ultimately meeting their goals at CFCC. College officials developed the program to help veterans succeed in the classroom and earn a degree. Space is still available for the institute. This year, the college will accept 20 student veterans into the program. but officials hope to expand the program in the future. Bob Philpott, Veterans Affairs Coordinator: 362-7106 or rphilpott@cfcc.edu.

KITE-MAKING WORKSHOPS 5/18, 1pm: Make your own kite at this free workshop for kids, then walk to thebeach with the group to fly it! Kite making materials for up to 50 kids will be provided by the Friends of the Library. You’ll get to see demonstrations by stunt kites as well as a kite with a 16 foot wingspan!

Space limited and registration by 5/17. www. nhcgov.com or 910-798-6303. Carolina Beach Library, 300 Cape Fear Blvd.

VETERAN CAREER READINESS Free veteran career readiness workshops, hosted by Miller Motte and the Lower Cape Fear Human Resource Association. Every 2nd Tues. of the month, 11am-12pm, until October at the VFW post, 2722 Carolina Beach Rd. Any veteran is able to attend but must RSVP: (910)4423414.

COMEDY IMPROV CLASSES The Nutt Street Comedy Room’s summer improv classes, ea. a 3-hour session over 10 weeks for only $120! Monday’s beginner class, to learn the basics on creating a scene and being on stage. Sunday’s advanced improv class, to learn deeper about improvisation and scenework, playing as a unit, and may be interested in starting your own troupe! Classes taught by Anthony Corvino, local Wilmington comic and featured member of the Nutt House Improv Troupe, who has studied in New York at Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theatre. anthony.john.corvino@gmail. com or 718-909-6706. Classes start 6/9 (advanced) and 6/10 (beginner).

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

1008 or 1024). • Drawing and Painting with Pastels w/Bonnie Rogers, 5/25, 10-4, and 26, 1-4.

Drawing and painting in pastels for beginners and intermediates. Students use soft (not oil) pastels to create images from still life as well as land and seascapes from photographs.• Tai Chi, Wed/Thurs, and Yoga, Thurs-Sat. Beginners are always welcome; see schedule online. Cameron Art Museum, corner of 17th and Independence. cameronartmuseum.com

ARIES (21 Mar. – 20 April): Are you afraid that you lack a crucial skill or aptitude? Do you have a goal that you’re worried might be impossible to achieve because of this inadequacy? If so, now is a good time to make plans to fill in the gap.

If you formulate such an intention, you will attract a benevolent push from the cosmos. Why spend another minute fretting about the consequences of your ignorance when you have more power than usual to correct that ignorance?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Imagine you’re in a large room full of costumes. It’s like a masquerade store at Halloween-plus a storage area, where a theater troupe keeps the apparel its actors use to stage a wide variety of historical plays. You have free reign here. You can try on different masks, wigs, disguises and get-ups. You can envision yourself living in different eras as various characters. If you like, you can even go out into the world wearing your alternate identities. Try this exercise, Taurus. It’ll stimulate good ideas about some new self-images you might want to play with in real life.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Ray LaMontagne sings in “Empty”: “I looked my demons in the eyes/Laid bare my chest/and said, ‘Do your best to destroy me/I’ve been to hell and back so many times/I must admit you kind of bore me.’”

I wouldn’t be opposed to you delivering a message like that to your own demons, Gemini—with one caveat: Leave out the “do your best to destroy me” part. Simply peer into the glazed gaze of those shabby demons and say, “You bore me and I’m done with you. Bye-bye.” And then walk away from them for good.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): I know a devotee of Tibetan Buddhism who got an unexpected message from her teacher. He told her she has made such exemplary progress in her quest for enlightenment that she has earned the ultimate reward.

When she dies many years from now, the teacher said she will enter nirvana! She will have no further karmic obligation to reincarnate into a new body in the future, and will be forever excused from the struggle of living in the material world. Although her teacher meant this to be good news, she was heartbroken. She “wants” to keep reincarnating.

Her joyous passion is to help relieve the suffering of her fellow humans. Can you guess what sign she is? Yes: a Cancerian. Like her, many of you are flirting with an odd and challenging choice between selfishness and selflessness.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A lawyer named John Keogh filed an application with the Australian Pat-

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ent Office. It was for a “circular transportation facilitation device.” His claim was approved. He thus became the owner of the world’s first and only patent for the wheel. So far, he has not tried to collect royalties from anyone who’s using wheels.

I nominate him to be your role model, Leo. May he inspire you to stamp your personal mark on a universal archetype or put your unique spin on something everyone knows and loves.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This may be the best week in a long time to practice the art of crazy wisdom. And what is crazy wisdom? Here’s how novelist Tom Robbins described it to “Shambhala Sun”: It’s “a philosophical worldview that recommends swimming against the tide, cheerfully seizing the short end of the stick, embracing insecurity, honoring paradox, courting the unexpected, celebrating the unfamiliar, shunning orthodoxy, volunteering for tasks nobody else wants or dares to do, and breaking taboos in order to destroy their power. It’s the wisdom of those who turn the tables on despair by lampooning it, and who neither seek authority nor submit to it.” And why should you do any of that weird stuff? Robbins: “To enlarge the soul, light up the brain, and liberate the spirit.”

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “Why should we honor those that die upon the field of battle?”

Irish poet William Butler Yeats asked. “A man may show as reckless a courage in entering into the abyss of himself.” A woman may show similar bravery, of course. In my astrological opinion, that’s the noble adventure beckoning to you, Libra: a dive into the depths of your inner workings.

I hope that’s the direction you go; I hope you don’t take your stouthearted struggle out into the world around you. All the best action will be happening in that fertile hub known as your “soul.”

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Historical records suggest that ancient Greek philosopher Democritus went blind late in his life. There are different stories about why. According to one account, he intentionally did it to himself by gazing too long into the sun. That was his perverse way of solving a vexing problem: It freed him from the torment of having to look upon gorgeous women who were no longer interested in or available to him because of his advanced age. I hope you won’t do anything like that, Scorpio. In fact, I suggest you take the opposite approach: Keep your attention focused on things that stir your deep attraction, even if you think you can’t have them for your own. Valuable lessons and unexpected rewards will emerge from such efforts.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Search your memory, Sagittarius, and recall a time when you pushed yourself to your limits as you labored over a task you cared about very much. At that time, you worked with extreme focus and intensity.

You were rarely bored and never resentful about the enormous effort you had to expend. You loved throwing yourself into this test of willpower, which stretched your resourcefulness and compelled you to grow new capacities. What was that epic breakthrough in your past? Once you know, move on to your next exercise: Imagine a new assignment that fits this description, and make plans to bring it into your life in the near future.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Nairobi is Kenya’s capital and home of over three million urbanites. A few minutes’ drive from the city center, there’s a 45-square-mile national park teeming with wildlife. Against a backdrop of skyscrapers, rhinos and giraffes graze. Lions and cheetahs pounce.

Wildebeests roam and hyenas skulk. I suggest you borrow the spirit of that arrangement and invoke it in your own life. In other words, be highly civilized and smartly sophisticated part of the time; be wild and free the rest of the time. And be ready to go back and forth between the two modes with grace and ease.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In the wild, a tiger’s diet consists entirely of meat. The big cat loves to feast on deer and wild boar, and eats a variety of other animals, too. The hunt is always solitary, never done in collaborative groups. That’s why the creature’s success rate is so low. A tiger snags the prey it’s seeking only about 5 percent of the time. It sometimes has to wait two weeks between meals. Nevertheless, a tiger rarely starves. When it gets what it’s after, it can devour 75 pounds of food in one sitting. According to my astrological analysis, Aquarius, you’re like a tiger these days. You haven’t had a lot of lucky strikes lately, but I suspect you will soon hit the jackpot.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The French word “flaneur” is a meme that refers to a person who strolls around the city at a leisurely pace, exploring whatever captivates her imagination. To the casual observer, the “flaneur” may seem to be a lazy time-waster with nothing important to do. But she is in fact motivated by one of the noblest emotions—pure curiosity—and is engaged in a quest to attract novel experiences, arouse fresh insights, and seek new meaning. Sound fun? Well, congratulations, Pisces, because you have been selected as the Flaming “Flaneur” of the Zodiac for the next two weeks. Get out there and meander!

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clubs/notices SWAIN SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP The Swain Summer Business Institute is sponsoring a scholarship contest. Students who want to attend an intensive summer program designed for non-business majors are invited to submit an essay, 500 words or less, that explains what participation in the program would do for them personally and professionally. Entries are due May 1. All applicants will receive a $100 discount on course registration. award includes the waiving of all registration costs, including course materials, campus parking, etiquette lunch and site visits. Does not include housing.

GREATER ILM SPORTS CLUB Greater ILM Sporst Club, 5/3, noon-1:30pm, feat. lunch with Don Shea, a legendary TV/ Radio sports commentator. Hilton Wilmington Riverside, seafood buffet. $15/members, $20/non-members. www.gwshof.com.

LAY A STONE FOR CB LABYRINTH Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market is providing the materials and gathering a group of helping hands to install a labyrinth near the corner of 3rd Street and Lumberton Avenue in Carolina Beach. It will be located under the beautiful old oaks on the grounds of St. Paul’s UMC and will be available to the public at all times.

The maze but is not. Labyrinths provide a spiritual journey of self-examination and enlightenment. Installation made possible by the Town of Carolina Beach. Lay the stone pathway on Sat., 5/4, 9am. Janet Knott: 910-431-8122.

NURSES’ DAY CELEBRATION 5/7: UNCW Will Host 17th Nurses’ Day Celebration. The School of Nursing and the North Carolina Nurses Association, District 22, invite nurses, working or retired, to participate in Nurses’ Day, 5:30pm, at the Burney Center. Tickets: $25 for early registrants; $50 at the door. www.uncw. edu/son/nursedaycelebration.html YWCA WOA AWARDS The YWCA Women of Achievement Awards recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of women and provides scholarships to young leaders in New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender and Columbus counties. Since 1985, the event has served as the YWCA’s signature event to support programs that help women and their families in southeastern NC. 5/9; networking at 5pm and program at 6pm. Wilmington Convention Center: Tickets cost $60/ person or $600/table of 10.

N. BRUNSWICK NEWCOMERS CLUB The North Brunswick Newcomers Club will hold their monthly meeting on Fri., 5/10, 9:30am, at Brunswick Community College, Leland Campus, 2050 Enterprise Blvd. in Leland. Refreshments and social time begins at 9:30am followed by the program and general meeting at 10am. FYI speaker from the Wilmington Symphony who will be offering 2 for 1 season tickets; main speaker will be Jim McKee who will be talking about the History of Old Brunswick Town. Attendees can sign up to participate in this month’s optional luncheon following the meeting. Club is open to adults residing in Brunswick County. Cathy Boettcher: 910-371-5951. www.nbnewcomers.wordpress.com.

CAPE FEAR PIRATE CLUB In conjunction with East Carolina University Pirate Club, the Cape Fear Pirate Club will host their 2013 Pirate Armada on Thurs., 5/9,

6-9pm, aboard the USS NC, 1 Battleship Rd. NE. Community-wide event allows friends and fans the opportunity to interact with East Carolina University coaches as well as athletic department personnel. Featured guests: Head Football Coach Ruffin McNeill, Men’s Head Basketball Coach Jeff Lebo, Athletic Director Jeff Compher, and Executive Director of the Pirate Club, J. Batt. Ticket holders will enjoy admission to the USS North Carolina, a Southern fare buffet, complimentary beer and wine, and a 2013 Cape Fear Pirate Club T-shirt. cfpcpiratearmada.eventbrite.com. $25 in advance and are available on a first-come first-served basis.

ILM PLAYWRIGHTS GROUP A lively meeting of the Wilmington Playwrights’ Group is slated for Thurs., 5/16, at McAlister’s Deli, 740 S. College Rd, 6pm. We will read and discuss one or two short works and deal with organizational matters, including the time and place of future gatherings. Interested playwrights who are not yet involved and/or have not yet filled out a form: Susan M. Steadman, susanmsteadman@aol.com.

AIRLIE GARDENS 5/10: National Public Gardens Day. Treat Mom

partner with us in providing these cookies to our deployed troops. The postage cost to mail 24 boxes of Girl Scout cookies to deployed troops is $35. Postage for 100 boxes will be approximately $140, and postage to mail 500 boxes is about $700. Donations can be made by mailing checks to NCPacks4Patriots, 249-E Third St Ayden NC 28513. ncp4p@yahoo.com

CINCO DE MAYO CONTEST Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Mellow Mushroom with the ‘Most Interesting Man in the World’ for a chance to win the ultimate trip to Mexico.Now through May 5th, Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers are giving away a trip for two to your choice of Mexico Destinations: Cancún, Rivera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Isla Mujeres or a Mexican Cruise. Stop into any participating Mellow Mushroom, take a photo with the Dos Equis ‘Most Interesting Man’ standee and upload your photo to Instagram and use #CincoDeMellow, or visit www.CincoDeMellow.com for a chance to win Dos Equis merchandise, Mellow Mushroom gift cards and the Grand Prize, a trip to Mexico. Must be 21 to enter and no purchase necessary. mellowmushroom.com

CAPE FEAR SHRIMPFEST 6th annual Cape Fear Shrimpfest, 5/11, 11am5pm. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the music ministry of Cape Fear Presbtyerian Church and a local charity. Near corner The Cape Fear Submarine Veterans of Wilmington will of Shipyard and 17th Street. Highlight will be tasty shrimp plates for $8/plate which inmeet on Thursday, May 9th, for a dinner and presenta- cludes french fries, slaw and hush puppies. A tion at 6:30 p.m. at Bluewater Grill, located on Wrights- children’s menu will also be available. There ville Beach at 4 Marina Street. The speaker will be Cap- will be a children’s area with two dry slides, and hair painting! Musical entertainment tain Doug Springer of Wilmington Water Tours, who will face throughout the day. Lynn Taylor at 910-395speak on Cape Fear history, specifically about the Cape 5114 or Regina Hawse at 910-471-6088.

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to a blooming good time at world-class Airlie Gardens’ 67 acres of historical gardens and lakes. Admission is free today in observance of National Public Gardens Day. Free 5/10 only. Airlie Gardens. 910-798-7700 or www. airliegardens.org.

OAKDALE CEMETERY TOURS Sat., 5/18, 10am-noon: Walking Tour. Ms. Robin Triplett will delight the group with a general historical tour of the cemetery. She will enlighten you with stories such as the Fireman and his dog, a murder in Cary that still remains unsolved just to name a few. Limited tickets will be available at the cemetery office. Tour canceled in event of inclement weather.

WRIGHSTVILLE BEACH SCENIC TOURS Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours feat. bird watching tours, water taxi services, fishing trips, pirate voyages, and Masonboro Island shuttles, on the 27-foot, green-and-white catamaran Shamrock. www.wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com.

culinary NC PACKS FOR PATRIOTS NCPacks4Patriots, a nonprofit organization with the mission of supporting our deployed troops with care packages from home, is participating in Operation Cookie Drop to provide Girl Scout cookies to our military members.

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CF SUBMARINE VETERAN’S DINNER The Cape Fear Base Submarine Veterans of Wilmington will have dinner and a presentation on 5/9, 6:30pm, BlueWater Grill, 4 Marina St., Wrightsville Beach. Cash bar at 6pm; guest speaker for the evening will be Captain Doug Springer of the Wilmington Water Tours, discussing history of the Cape Fear River. All submariners are welcome. Philip Brown: (910) 398-7269.

CFCC GIFT OF EDUCATION LUNCHEON The Cape Fear Community College Foundation will host its annual Gift of Education Luncheon on Thurs., 5/16,11:30am-1pm, at the Schwartz Center on CFCC’s downtown Campus. The focus of the luncheon is to raise funds for students scholarships at Cape Fear Community College. Featured speakers will include NASCAR legend Junior Johnson and inspiring CFCC student scholarship recipients.

To provide the gift of education to deserving local students, please call 910-362-7207 or email rsvp@cfcc.edu today to reserve your seat!

THE GREEK FESTIVAL 5/17-19: 21st Greek Festival at the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Wilmington NC is an event that attracts thousands from around the region and features food, music, dancing, a marketplace, cooking demonstrations, and church tours. Proceeds benefit church and Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard. Kids 12 and under admitted free. Closing times: Fri/ Sat, 10pm; Sunday, 8pm. 910-392-4444 noon-5pm. No pets, weapons, coolers or outside food; lawn chairs welcome. www.portcityribfest.com

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UNCW SPORTS Friday May 3

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Military Appreciation Day – Camo Jersey Auction to benefit Step Up for Soldiers Sunday May 5

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