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contents vol. 25 / pub 43 / May 12-18 2010

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What’s inside this week

artsy smartsy ............14-23 14-15 theater: MJ Pendleton gives a

SUMMER FASHION 2010 pgs. 5-12

three-star review to Big Dawg’s production,

We’ve enlisted the help of local photographer Jason Kolsch and graphic designer Justin Mitchener to bring us encore’s annual fashion spread. The two fellas worked with local models Keith, Caitlin and Megan, who showcased some of the season’s most sizzling looks from local boutiques.Get a peek into their shoot, as they pounded the streets to bring us ‘Summer in the City.’

upcoming Guerilla Theatre show, “Dr. Horrible’s

Cover shot: Caitlin sports CC Skye Stud Bracelet, $163; CC Skye Stud Ring, $132; Zoe Chicco 14k Gold Stud Earrings, $169; Citrine by the Stones Gold Bangles, $119; and Rachel Pally Heartthrob Dress, $207—all from Oliver.

Left: Keith puts a speck of gold in his step, with Jeffrey Campbell’s gold oxfords, $132, available at Edge of Urge.

“GoodbyeCharlie,” plus she previews the Sing-Along Blog.”

17 film: Anghus takes on the remake of Nightmare on Elm Street.

18-19 music: Shea Carver interviews Rad Fest founder Chason Huggins and Adrian Varnam previews some of the upcoming bands playing the debut fest this weekend.

20-23 soundboard: See what bands and performers are playing in venues all over town.

24 art: Lauren Hodges gets the 4-1-1 on the

concert tickets

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late-night funnies

“So, the Phoenix Suns are wearing jerseys written in Spanish, made in China, modeled after their best player, Canadian Steve Nash. There you go. That is America.”—Jay Leno “You folks been following the big British Petroleum oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico? I’m telling you, British Petroleum has put more birds in oil than Colonel Sanders.”—David Letterman “I don’t drink anymore for Cinco de Mayo. I celebrate with Mexican food, or as it’s known in Mexico: ‘food.’”—Craig Ferguson

EDITORIAL: Editor-in-ChiEf: Shea Carver ChiEf Contributors: Adrian Varnam, Gwenyfar Rohler, Anghus Houvouras, Carolyna Shelton, MJ Pendleton, Claude Limoges, Jay Schiller, Lauren Hodges, Tiffanie Gabrielse, Tom Tomorrow, Chuck Shepherd, Chirstina Dore, The Cranky Foreigner and Lisa Hunyh

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living it up locally

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Cape Fear Camera Club and interviews one of their members.

25 gallery guide: Find out what exhibitions are hanging in our local art galleries.

encore exchange......1x-24x 2x community event Oliver! opens this weekend, thanks to the Thalian Association; read MJ’s interview on page 2e.

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grub & guzzle ............25-30 26 community-supported agriculture:

tragic loss

Our condolences go out to Satu Harris’ family, who have suffered a tragic loss at the hands of a drunk driver. Satu was a kind, gentle soul, who worked for KIDZink three years ago. She will be missed terribly, as she leaves behind three children.

William Paco Strickland, a dear friend of Satu’s, is culling a fund to go toward new clothes for Satu’s children. Those who are interested can send checks in care of Paco or Hot Wax Surf Shop (or owner Mike Paul).

Just use the address: 115 N 16th Street Wilmington, NC 28401. Call Paco with more questions at 910-620-6402.

Evan Folds explains the benefits of our local CSA programs.

27 the eat spot: Shea Carver reviews downtown’s newest gastropub.

28-30 dining guide: Need a few suggestions on where to eat? Flip through encore’s dining guide, and read about our

featured restaurant of the week.

extra! extra! ..............32-39 32 live local campaign: Gwenyfar goes into Rutherford County to bring us Full Belly’s latest local venture to help farmers.

Remember to recycle or compost this issue of encore

33 news of the weird: Chuck Shepherd reports on news of the strange and odd.

34-39 calendar/’toons/corkboard: Find out where to go and what to do about town with encore’s calendar; check out Tom Tommorow

and encore’s annual ‘toons winner, Jay Schiller; read the latest saucy corkboard ads.

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Jason Kolsch, the photographer for encore’s spring and summer fashion shoot, worked tirelessly all over town to find the perfect locations for our upcoming fashion spread. From the rooftop of Soapbox to the alley beside of Blue Post and beyond, he and the models he chose wrangled the hottest digs among the steamiest backdrops just in time for summer’s heat. Each of Kolsch’s photos seamlessly induce a vat of heat, perfectly apropos for the rising temperatures emitting from many fashionable urbanites, all of whom remain appealingly coifed and tucked, powdered and pinned, as they pound the streets of Wilmington.

Kolsch shared with encore a bit of insight into his world of photography, as well as how the fashion shoot came together and what made it ultimately work.

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Just Plain Cute!

“Goodbye Charlie” opens at Cape Fear Playhouse

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ig Dawg’s production of “Goodbye Charlie” is just plain cute. On Friday night, after a woman leaving the theater behind me used the word about five times, the assessment stuck.

I turned to confront the poor, unassuming couple, and we chatted while walking down Castle Street together. It was their first time at the Cape Fear Playhouse, and they had been charmed. They were not theater neophytes and had attended other productions by other local companies, but they seemed perfectly delighted with their evening at the Playhouse. As I walked on to my house, enjoying the gentrification of Castle Street, I pondered the sweetness of their response to the play.

The play is dated. It’s like watching a Rock Hudson/Doris Day movie; but maybe fantasy is good, and cute makes us happy.

It’s definitely preferable to stupid, which would define many of the current film choic-

by: MJ Pendleton

Goodbye Charlie

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This production of “Goodbye Charlie” was absolutely cute, and Melissa Stanley, as Charlie, was simply fabulous. Lauren Bacall played the original stage Charlie,

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TIED UP IN CUTE: Melissa Stanley plays Charlie a la Katherine Hepburn, making the production worth its ticket price alone.

replaced by Debbie Reynolds in the film version, but Stanley was Katherine Hepburn. Her performance had that gritty, gutsy “I am who I am” quality, and her chemistry with Tony Moore (George) was very similar to a Hepburn/Spencer Tracy movie. She was tough and funny, and entirely perfect in the role.

The drunk scene was fantastic on several levels: She was totally and believably drunk, yet her lines were easily distinguishable, though garbled and slurred.

This is not an easy accomplishment. Many actors lose the lines in an effort to mimic the speech of a drunk, and the entertainment becomes merely slapstick. Stanley carried this scene and the show, and is an astonishingly good actor.

The stage set (Doug Dodson) is very chic and wonderfully functional, but the costumes/clothes (Katie Allen) are a disaster. It was like bargain day at the Goodwill. Obviously, some of the outfits were intentionally ridiculous, but, unfortunately, they were all ugly and inappropriate. It might be better in a play intended to be contemporary to let actors simply wear their own clothes. In 2010 no one wears a suit, except New York lawyers and undertakers—certainly not a freelance writer from Paris. Tony Moore in a suit is odd; stockings with sandals is really, really odd.

As far as supporting actors, Big Dawg should consider the value of eye candy— everyone appreciates youth and beauty.

But, cynicism aside, the show is ultimately entertaining, which is obviously the intention. Melissa Stanley alone is worth the ticket price and the play itself is, indeed, very cute.

Good and Evil:

Guerilla Theatre presents ‘Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog’

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aby Boomers apparently spawned Generation X. and yet they have no understanding of what makes them tick. Joss Whedon is the writer/director/spokesperson for this generation.

He created “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” Angel, Firefly and Dollhouse. During the writers’ strike in 2008, he and his brothers decided to create an Internet short film, inexpensively and independently. The result was “Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog.”

Time magazine named it number 15 in the top 50 inventions of 2008. It won the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Online Sensation, and the Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation, Short Form.

Among other awards, it also won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Class Short-Format Live Action Entertainment Programs.

Guerilla Theatre is producing the first ever authorized production of “Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog” onstage at the Brown Coat Pub and Theatre. Coincidentally, artistic director Richard Davis named the theater to identify with fans of Firefly.

by: MJ Pendleton

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Anthony Lawson adapted the script of the Internet film for the stage, and he is an avid supporter of the future of entertainment. “Joss Whedon wanted to prove that they could do this without the backing of a studio,” Lawson said. “We don’t need millions of dollars to do a show. The first day (online), they broke the server

because the server couldn’t handle it. Dr. Horrible was the show that launched it to the public.”

“This is the future of how we are going to consume entertainment,” Davis interjected. “It is widely accepted among the trail-blazers and entrepreneurs in Hollywood that [in 10 years] the television we watch today will not exist as we know it. Dr. Horrible was the first series that proved it can work as an entertainment and an economic model. After they put it out for free, they put it on iTunes, and it shattered records for sales. If producers will create things that people want to watch, they will pay for it.”

Seth Rosenke, who plays Dr. Horrible, explained the character. “He’s an aspiring villain, trying to get into the Evil League of Evil. He has a crush on Penny, who he sees at the laundromat all the time. Penny is his number one, and he’s trying to take over the world because he’s trying to impress her. It’s not so much evil as it is power. He thinks of himself as the evil genius, but he’s really just a genius.”

Davis, who also plays Dr. Horrible, elaborated: “He doesn’t fit in, and he is not the cool jock character, so he’s convinced himself that, by becoming the super villain and using his brain, he will impress everyone and he will win the girl in the end.”

“This is a classic superhero story from the villain’s point of view,” Lawson added. “But the villain is a sympathetic character. Captain Hammer is the hero, the one everyone loves, but he’s a douche bag, a conceited ass.”

According to Davis Joss Whedon’s creations are appealing because “most of us were not the captain of the football team or the prettiest girl in the class. He writes for us and speaks to a broad spectrum of our generation.”

The play sounds intriguing, even for aging Baby Boomers. There is the classic theme of good and evil and which is which.

Maybe the children can figure it out.

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iconic killing machine. The back story is appropriately creepy: A creepy little child molester is murdered by the parents of his victims. He comes back to haunt the children while they sleep. That’s it. Hardly the greatest of stories, but with an icon like Freddy Kruger, it lays the foundation for some solid entertainment. The filmmakers did realize that Kruger is the key, and perhaps needed a strong iconic casting choice: Jackie Earl Haley (Little Children, Watchmen).

There’s something to be said about bringing A-List talent to B-List material Haley is a fantastic in the role: creepy, malicious, with the right amount of schmaltz. He is hampered by a rookie director who feels the urge to try and turn steak and eggs into surf and turf. There’s a time and place for surf and turf. There’s also a time and a place for steak and eggs. So, why do so many producers and directors feel the need to try and stick a lobster tail in my breakfast? Just make me a nice plate of steak and eggs.

Maybe some home fries on the side.

A Nightmare on Elm Street was, and always has been, about the simplicity of concept: If you fall asleep, you die. Thanks to the miracles of modern pharmacology, there

where the volume is cranked up high to try and scare audiences. It’s a cheap tactic from a series spawned from cheap tactics.

To be fair, there’s nothing innately wrong with this take on A Nightmare on Elm Street.

But there’s nothing inherently right about it either. It’s a product: stylish, handsomely packaged, but not a single original frame can be found.

I’d like to see Jackie Earle Haley get another shot at Freddy Kruger, in the hands of a director who could have a little more fun with the material. Somewhere between the bland terror of this film and Freddy Kruger rapping with Will Smith is a happy medium that would serve this series well.

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emakes. Tired of them yet? I’m almost there. There’s still a sick and twisted part of my personality that delights in watching the products of a limited imagination. Platinum Dunes has spent the last decade remaking old horror films with mixed results. I happened to enjoy the Texas Chainsaw Massacre remake a few years back; though, the Friday the 13th “re-imagining” was pretty piss-poor.

When they announced A Nightmare on Elm Street was being redone, I could hear the typical whining from fan boys, who felt it was sacrilege to try and make a new Freddy Kruger film. But here’s the thing: Why not? Is A Nightmare on Elm Street that sacred? We’re talking about a series of films that totaled eight movies, two of which were worth a damn (the first one and New Nightmare), followed by a whole lot of ridiculous sequels. The Nightmare series was a wonderful idea spun into ludicrous proportions. First, Freddy’s haunting the kids’ dreams for a couple of films. Then they are somehow able to manifest special powers to fight Freddy in his nightmare world. Before we know it, they’re putting out movies in 3-D, and Freddy is rapping with Will Smith and the Fat Boys. It gets a little cloudy.

(You kids know Will Smith? Before he was a massive box-office draw and starring in major blockbusters, he was rapping about parents, Freddy Kruger, Mike Tyson, the summer and many other safe topics.

In fact, they made a very successful documentary series about his life called “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air.”) So when people scream bloody murder about the prospect of cheesy horror icons from the 1980s being revisited, I have to laugh.

Hah. A Nightmare on Elm Street is the kind of film that a remake is often kind to. Taking away the rough edges and sleepy visuals of 1980’s-style music-video filmmaking, and giving it a degree of polish and luster that makes it look more like an ad for the United Colors of Benetton. I’m not sure when it was decided that all horror film franchise relaunches had to look like they were filmed by fashion photographers, featuring pristine visuals and saturated colors.

It’s sure nice to look at, but all this legitimacy is beginning to feel a little wasted.

Aren’t their gritty, little independent films that could use this kind of sheen?

Not that horror films don’t deserve a little elbow grease, but A Nightmare on Elm Street is the kind of movie ripe for a remake. It’s a simple concept with a strong

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111 Cinema Drive • (910) 815-0266 Call for times • $6 - $9 A real estate developer moves his family from Chicago to Oregon when his job calls for him to oversee the building of a major housing development. But, when his latest project threatens the homes of the local forest creatures, the animals seek revenge by turning a peaceful cul-de-sac under construction into a battlefield of epic proportions. It’s man versus nature, and the fur is gonna fly! PG

The Last Station

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Starring Helen Mirren, Christopher Plummer and Paul Giamatti. Special night with Thalian’s Grand Re-Opening Reception: refreshments from 6:30-7:30pm, and an opportunity for the audience to view the extraordinary detail of the historic theater renovation. Distinguished UNCW Professor of Russian history, Dr. Susan McCaffray, will introduce the film and provide a brief insight into Tolstoy’s Russia. Suggested donation: $15.

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Punk-Rock Hits Wilmington:

Rad Festival founder Chason Higgins talks music, art and his final days in Wilmington by: Shea Carver

been doing it since the late-80’s and doing it right. Really great, passionate band that I am thrilled to have. I know I’m going to be busy as hell, but one band that I am bound and determined to see is Madison Bloodbath. They’re an amazing band. They write songs about heartache and isolation in a Tom Waits meets Dillinger Four kind of way and it’s fantastic.

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ad Fest?

What’s that?” I asked a few months back, peering at a poster that was pasted to one of the downtown windows along Front Street.

“Oh, yeah! It’s like a punk-music festival that this kid in Wilmington is putting together,” my companion answered. “I heard about it through a friend—should be pretty cool.”

Immediately, my interest piqued.

I love music just about more than anything. I especially love it when young blood takes it upon themselves to make a mark on our music scene. Chason Higgins is who music fans can thank for bringing over 100 bands to many of Wilmington’s downtown venues this weekend.

Higgins and I talked music, his future and the first Rad Fest to hit the pavement running. Here is how our convo went down: e: How has your life been affected by music?

CH: Music saves me and enhances life for me everyday, period. encore: Why did you decide to take on Rad Fest? What was the impetus of its inception?

Chason Higgins: Basically, I wanted to do something bigger than a regular show. I’ve been booking punk shows for about three years now and I thought it’d be cool to invite a bunch of those same bands and then some to a big ol’ party! Those guys in Gainesville, Florida, do it every year with The Fest, and it’s the best time of my life, so I thought I’d give it a stab.

e: What can audiences expect from the festival? How much are tickets and where can they be bought?

CH: I think folks can expect to make friends, party hard and sing along to some great bands. Tickets can be purchased online at www.radfestnc.com or locally from my good friends at Gravity Records. They’re $25 flat for a two-day pass!

e: How did the community rally around you this first year?

CH: For the most part, really well! A lot of my favorite places that I often frequent were very excited to help out. And media outlets have been super helpful. e: What is the main goal of the festival?

CH: The main goal is for everyone that attends, bands included, to have a great time and forget about whatever it is that has them stressed out. e: Are you looking to make this annual,

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and what would you do differently next go ‘round?

CH: I am not. I think my time in Wilmington is up, to be honest. If I were to do it again, however, I think it would be different if only because more people would be down to help financially, and I would not worry as much about things like attendance. I think that’s just how it works after the first year of anything.

If it’s somewhat successful, more people are apt to jump on board. e: What bands influenced you, and how have they shaped your view of the arts, if at all?

CH: Leatherface, Dillinger Four, Townes Van Zandt, Sage Francis, Sam Cooke, there are so many. I usually have an attachment to bands and artists that can have that Nietzschean-view effect on life. Basically, art that enhances life in a way that makes you say “you know what, today sucks, I have to work, I stubbed my toe, but that’s alright because there’s something more.” I think your favorite record or the feeling you get in the presence of a painting or sculpture makes you feel that way. It’s not really escapism, it’s just there and it’s incredible. The music I listen to has that affect on me and I think it just makes me appreciate the arts even more. e: What bands most excite you during Rad Fest and why?

CH: Leatherface for sure. Those guys have

e: What about Rad Fest adds to Wilmington’s music scene that isn’t currently available?

CH: Variety. As much as I respect the vitality of the genres available in the Port City, I Wilmington is stagnant for certain ideas in music and art.

It will be interesting to bring something that usually happens in Gainesville or Chicago and bring it here, you know? e: Any special events or happenings taking place outside of concerts that folks should consider partaking in?

CH: Yes! The Rad Fest Art Show is taking place at Bottega Art & Wine at 208 N. Front Street. It features work from Joelle Andres, Lauren Denitzio, Craig Horky, Chason Huggins, Jana Miller, Joshua Mikel and Richard Minino. The actual opening will be May 13th from 6-9pm. Also, that same night, there is a fantastic pre-show at The Soapbox. Other than that, expect some sort of news on an unofficial 5k run to coincide with the madness! e: How was the festival made possible?

CH: Determination, patience and monetary loans. Also, I have had so much support and help from the bands, labels and sponsors involved. I also have to thank my friends William Corbett and Joshua Mikel, whom took on the website and art design respectively. e: What more will see from you in the future? Are you looking to do more promotional events for our city?

CH: I’d like to do a couple more shows before I leave, but I believe that may be it. But who knows?

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Punk-runk grassroots fest takes off this weekend

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imagine Rad Fest to be something like walking into the world’s largest country buffet—miles and miles of artery-hardening, gut-bustin’ goodness—with only a miniature paper plate to carry it all away. With nearly 100 bands, five venues, and only two days to take it all in, where do I start, where do I go, how do I possibly fit it all in? The good news for me is, all the music’s contained in downtown and I can take more than one trip through the dessert line.

Leatherface Saturday, 11:40pm-1am Soapbox upstairs No matter where I decide to start, I have to end up at the Soapbox for Leatherface. The headliners of the entire festival, this legendary and iconic punk band from the U.K. is the talk of the weekend. Admittedly, I wasn’t that familiar with Leatherface, and felt redeemed when I discovered that a lot of other music fans weren’t either. They’ve rarely risen above cult status since their beginnings, over 20 years ago. But the fact that they’ve influenced scores of bands since is reason enough to justify their place in Rad Fest.

At times reminiscent of Minneapolis postpunk favorites Replacements or Hüsker Dü, at other times sounding more like their British metal predecessors Motörhead (thanks mostly to the nature of Frankie Stubbs’ gravelly voice), Leatherface is clearly no one-trick pony. It’s easy to see how any kid or young band would discover their music in the late ‘80s or early ‘90s and be taken with it. It’s raw and energetic, with melodic guitar riffs, intelligent lyrics and a deceptive complexity that’s sometimes missing from music of its genre.

I can’t imagine how this incredible catalog of songs, which have directly influenced so many of those in attendance this weekend, will translate live. It will most certainly be an unforgettable finish to the weekend. red coLLar Saturday, 4-4:30 Soapbox upstairs I first saw this Durham, NC, band only a few months ago as one of several openers for Lucero at the Soapbox. By the end of the first song, I was a big fan. In my opinion, Red Collar is a straight-up four-piece rock band that falls somewhere between The Clash and Fugazi, but even lumping them with those two different bands gives the wrong impression.

Recently, I asked vocalist and guitarist Jason Kutchman where his band fit in the punk pantheon.

“I think we do identify ourselves as a punk rock band, but when we started there was no way we thought that—we were just a band,” he says. “Now, the punk-rock tag is probably

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Rad Fest Featuring over 100 bands at multiple venues May 14th-15th Two-day pass: $25 (PayPal receipts are tickets, so print it out upon purchase) www.radfest.com mostly because of our live shows, because if we were just a studio band, I’m not sure we’d feel the same way.”

He’s absolutely right. Having experienced Red Collar live, I can say they are as punk rock as they come, without trying to be. Of course, that depends on how one defines “punk rock,” but I think it’s somewhat of a sensibility. It’s obvious, judging on their performance along, that they’re a band with enormous energy and intelligence, who draw listeners in with both, and clearly loves just being a band. But they’re creating a sound and a legacy that’s all their own, and as Kutchman explains, that’s what helps them and every other band in Rad Fest, identify with being punk rock.

“I think punk rock today means the same thing it meant back then,” he says. “If you’re someone who is looking at the landscape of music—at these huge entities of music—and if you think, ‘This sucks, I can do this, and I can do it better, and I can do it my way,’ then I think that’s what it’s about. You don’t even have to have the goal of being a punk rocker.

It’s just about people desperately trying to find their own way.”

MULtIPLe BaNdS Charley Brownz Friday, 2:30pm-11pm I’ve always thought Hank Williams was as punk rock as Johnny Rotten. A self-destructive renegade, the father of country music paved the way for musical outliers everywhere. Perhaps that’s why punk rock and country music—the real country music and not the slightly twangy, saccharine pop on the radio today—have always seemed to make strange bedfellows.

This connection is not lost on many bands that straddle the big line between punk sensibilities and twang. Several bands that display elements of both will share a stage and an entire day together this Friday at Charley Brownz.

While not every act playing Friday night can be described as “having elements of alt-country” or even “roots rock,” it’s safe to say that all 10 bands display something a little different than their colleagues in the festival, bringing a stripped-down approach to the weekend.

Four bands in particular— Greenland is Melting (3:40-4:10pm), Jon Gaunt (5:20-5:50pm), Coffee Project (6:10-6:40pm) and The Takers (10:20-11pm)—all hail from the expansive and

even within their own showcase, Jake Crown says that his band and others fit perfectly into the vibe and spirit of the weekend.

“As far as I’m concerned, Coffee Project is as punk rock as any band playing,” he says.

“We’re two dudes hanging out. But I feel like all the bands playing, that I know of, are a grassroots, do-it-yourself kind of thing. I think all the guys playing that I know of, and especially from Gainesville, are still just guys that could easily be in punk bands.”

These are but a few highlights of what promises to be an epic weekend in downtown Wilmington. But don’t take my word for it. The beauty of Rad Fest is in its design.

For a weekend pass, fans can bounce from one venue to another and discover their new favorite band on their own. As Jason Kutchman from Red Collar said, punk rock is about people “finding their own way.” For two full days of incredible music, fans and musicians alike will have every opportunity to fill up on the musical buffet that is Rad Fest, navigating through some of today’s best bands, and experiencing what’s made punk rock and its ilk a part of popular culture for nearly the last 35 to 40 years.

red aroUNd the coLLar: Don’t miss Raleigh, NC, rock outfit Red Collar play at Soapbox, upstairs, at 4pm on Saturday.

prolific Gainesville, Florida, music scene. Jake Crown, from two-piece Coffee Project, describes the musical camaraderie that’s lead to the creativity of so many great bands.

“I can’t speak for anyone else, but I think people in Gainesville are kind of going back to just having guitars, hanging out, and just playing and writing,” he says. “That’s how we started; Coffee Project just literally started out as a project. I think that’s how the scene there has gotten so big; we just kind of all hang out.

Gainesville is a really booming scene with really talented people from all walks.”

‘Along with the Florida contingency, Charley Brownz will also feature two acts from Richmond, Rob Huddleston (9:30-10pm) and Red Clay River (8:40-9:10pm), along with PJ Bond from New Brunswick, New Jersey (7-7:30pm), local band Mourning is for Suckers (4:305pm), West Coasters Todd Congelliere (7:508:20pm) and Fossil Arm (2:50-3:20pm).

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Jeremy Norris —Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900 DJ P. FuNk —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 oPeN mic w/ seaN GerarD (9Pm) —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 BiBis ellisoN aND Tim Black —Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 couNTry DJ/ karaoke

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KaraoKe with BoB cLayton â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 LiKe fLint, Dane Britt â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Beach House Bar â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 DJ â&#x20AC;&#x201D;The Toolbox, 2325 Burnette Blvd.; 343-6988 DJ â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.; 458-5255 DJ Scooter freSh â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 Live MuSic â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Wrightsville Grille, 6766 Wrightsville Ave.; 509-9839 BMw â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 L Shape Lot â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 upStartS anD rouGeS â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 DanieL pariSh â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Surfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 toM noonan anD Jane houSeaL â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Costelloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 SeLah DuBB â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.; 458-5255

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DJ Stretch —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 Latino night with DJ —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595 DJ ceD —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 robbie berry —Southpaw Sports Bar, 123 Princess St.;338-1886 roaD houSe bLueS banD —Murphy’s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385 (at the Mad Boar Restaurant), 285-8888 the ryan MuLLaney banD —Kefi, 2012 Eastwood Road; 256-3558 “Jazz at the ManSion” (6-8) —Bellamy Mansion; 503 Market St., 251-3700 bibiS eLLiSon —Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff; 910-256-9133 ten Feet thick (9) —Big D’s American Saloon; 6745-B Market St. the tiM cLark banD (1), SouL Function (8) —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 hot roD —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133

Saturday, May 15 DJ P. Money —Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 iaMhuMan —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 DJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 DJ eyecon —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 Live MuSic —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 Leigh ann’S beach Party —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 Live MuSic —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 guitariSt Perry SMith —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 Live beLLy Dancing —Arabian Nights, 117 Grace St.; 763-3456 wiLL revo —Francesco’s, 839 S. Kerr Ave.; 793-5656 karaoke —Java Junkies Coffee Bar; 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977

karaoke —Griff’s Tavern @ George St.; 6320 Market St., 793-2628 Live MuSic —Oceanic, Oceanfront Wrightsville Beach; 256-5551 karaoke with bob cLayton —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 Piano Show —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 Steven goSSin —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 the vinyL SounD —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 nightMare river banD, D&D SLuggerS —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 ron etheriDge —Surf’s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 Machine gun —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 bryan gaLecki & branDon guthrie —Riverfront Farmers’ Market karaoke kong —Buffalo Wild Wings, Monkey Junction; 392-7224 Dr. FrankenStein —Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City, NC 328-4373

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—Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 bLivet —Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff; 910-256-9133 Mark DaFFer —Murphy’s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385 (at the Mad Boar Restaurant), 285-8888 Shine, Dane britt —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 baLD Fury —Lo-re-Leis Pub; 1019 Old Folkstone Rd; Sneads Ferry 327-0900 traviS ShaLLow & ron —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866

Sunday, May 16 JaM with benny hiLL —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 country DJ/ oPen Mic/ karaoke —Coconut Jacks; 5027 Market St., 202-8288 DJ ceD —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206

FLutiSt nikki wiSnioSki —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 gaLen on guitar (brunch) —Courtyard Marriott, 100 Charlotte Ave., Carolina Beach; (800) 321-2211 SunDay night Fever —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 SehaL Dubb —Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff; 910-256-9133 goggLez Pizano —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 DJbe karaoke —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 ‘behinD the garage’ MuSic —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 karaoke —Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900 SuSan Savia (10aM-2PM) —Havana’s; 1 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach, 458-2822 karaoke w/ DJ battLe —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 DaLe “FuLLy autoMatic SounD Machine” DJS —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 Sea cruz (7) —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595 DJ big kahuna —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 heart & SouL —Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.; 256-8500

Monday, May 17 act ii —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 oPen Mic w/ beau —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 oPen Mic night —Port City Pub, 121 Grace St.; 251-3791 DJ tiMe —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 DJ richterMeiSter —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 JaMeS JarviS & FrienDS (7PM-8PM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 oPen Mic night, t. ShaLLow & ron —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 DJ eyecon —Mansion on Market; 6317 Market St., 395-5028 SeLF - eviDent, unhoLy tongueS, FractaL FarM —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Live MuSic —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

worLD MuSic MonDayS —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 oPen Mic with viva —El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255

tueSday, May 18 karaoke w/ bJ biker rob —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 karaoke —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 oPen Mic night —Surf’s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 inDy MuSic night —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 Dane britt karaoke —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 Live MuSic —Henry’s, 2806 Independence Blvd.; 793-2929 karaoke kong —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 DJ “Mr Lee” —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595 DJ eyecon —SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401 karaoke w/ DJ be —Ultra Classics Pool and Bar, North Hampstead caPe Fear bLueS JaM —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 Fang, verbaL abuSe, caPitaLiSt caSuaLtieS, no toMorrow, PavLichenko, PLague, SharDS —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 nick anDoLora —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 toP 40 w/ DJ vaL —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 raDio hayeS anD echoPoint21 —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 nutt houSe iMProv —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 traviS ShaLLow & woo —Wrightsville Grille, 6766 Wrightsville Ave.; 509-9839 JereMy norriS —Griff’s Tavern @ George St.; 6320 Market St., 793-2628 reggae tueSDayS —Green Light Lounge; 21 N. Front St., Basement bibiS eLLiSon anD the SPare change banD —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 karaoke with bob cLayton —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880

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DJBe KaraoKe —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838

JereMy norriS —Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900 JiM aSHley’S oPen Mic —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 JaMeS JarviS & frienDS (7PM-8PM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607

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A Gathering of Lenses: Getting to know the Cape Fear Camera Club

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y day, Constance Knox is the manager of Wilmington’s CBS affiliate, WILM, on channel 10. She keeps the cameras running in the newsroom and monitors the schedule. Yet, in her free time, she connects with a different kind of camera: a Canon EOS 7D. “Everybody sees the world in a different way,” Knox says. “But it takes a real eye to see it through a camera lens.”

Knox’s latest photo-shoot idea came when she wandered next door into her co-worker’s office to find his 1-year-old son, Nikolas.

They took the little boy and a chair out to a park and ended up taking some of Knox’s favorite photos in her portfolio.

“The hardest part was just trying to get him to sit still!” she laughs. “But it was worth it, and I think the pictures came out beautifully. He is so cute.”

Knox plans to enter one of the best pictures from the shoot into an upcoming competition organized by the Cape Fear Camera Club. The group holds a new contest every few months. This one’s theme will be portraiture, setting the perfect stage for “Little Nikolas.” Knox is most excited to see what

Clinton, Obama and McCain.”

Human-interest stories seem to attract her lens. During the Habitat for Humanity “Women Build” event, the organization approached the club for female photographers. “They wanted some women to shoot the building of the house,” Knox remembers. “I volunteered immediately.” She and the club secretary, Linda Snider, went to the construction of the new house, armed with their equipment. What they were able to capture was a full album of progression, ranging from the ground-breaking to the key presentation.

“I got to see the homeowner use her door key for the first time on Christmas,” she says. “If it weren’t for the club, I wouldn’t have gotten to experience that.”

With the recent exit of the club’s vice president, Knox is looking forward to taking over the position. She is proud to represent the organization and all that it offers local photographers.

“We have meetings once a week,” she says. “At each one, there is a different speaker with a slideshow, educating us on how to achieve certain effects and images.

It’s always open for questions and comments.

You can really get an education there.”

Knox claims that she has learned more in her year-and-a-half membership than she has in her entire 10 year stint as a part-time shutterbug.

“There is new subject matter in every meeting,” she says. “Sometimes it will be something that you don’t know anything about, while other times it will be something you have experienced, and you get to contribute. It really is a great way to learn and develop as an artist.”

The Cape Fear Camera Club is open to the public and is always looking for new members. The competition will take place on May 11th in Cape Fear Community College’s “S” building, room 501, from 7-9:30pm. Anyone looking for information about the club should visit www.capefearcameraclub.org.

by: Lauren Hodges

Cape Fear Camera Club Portrait Competition Tuesday, May 11th, 7-9:30pm CFCC Room S-501 www.capefearcameraclub.org other photographs will be on display, as she says the results never disappoint.

“There are some rocking photographers in that club,” she says. “From show to show, each competition gets better than the one before it.”

About two years ago, Knox remembers hearing about the camera club but didn’t know how to approach it. She had been experimenting in photography for nearly a decade, and a friend invited her to come along to a meeting.

“It only took one meeting and I was hooked,” she says. “It was wonderful to see so many people gathered together to share their secrets and experiences with

LITTLE NIKOLAS: Constance Knox is entering her portrait of her coworker’s son in the 2010 Cape Fear Camera Club photo competition.

the camera. There must have been about 50 people at the meeting.”

Knox herself favors wildlife and landscape photography. Coming to Wilmington from Southern California, she says there isn’t much opportunity to shoot wildlife where she is from. “I wonder if people here in Southeastern North Carolina know how lucky they are,” she says. “There are such incredible animals out here: shorebirds [and] alligators.

I just love taking pictures of them.”

She says her ultimate goal is to capture a bear with her lens. So far she hasn’t had any luck, but she has definitely had her share of rare human sightings in Wilmington.

“During the election campaign, I had so many opportunities to shoot the candidates during their visits,” she says. “I got Hilary

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The archeological/anthropological nature of Wilde-Ramsing’s sculptures are juxtaposed with Huber’s handmade paper, the deckled edges a reminder of ancient remnants, such as a shard or piece of fresco wall.

Acknowledged as one of Wilmington’s premier art and craft galleries, New Elements offers a wide variety of work by regional and nationally recognized artists. Located in historic downtown Wilmington since 1985, New Elements Gallery features original paintings and prints, as well as sculpture, contemporary craft, jewelry, and custom framing.

New Elements Gallery also offers art consultation services and is committed to helping you find the unique piece of art that represents your style best.

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332 Nutt St, The Cotton Exchange (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm; Sun., 12-4pm www.crescentmoonnc.com The Original Fleas were first created over 30 years ago, and the fun-loving personalities of Greg and Jeff Quayle are obvious in each unique sculpture they create. These unique handcrafted sculptures depict more than 230 professions, sports, and hobbies. There is a flea for everyone!

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These whimsical welded hand-crafted metal sculptures fit nicely with Crescent Moon’s goal to increase our metal work available in the gallery.

Crescent Moon is located in The Cotton Exchange, where parking is free while shopping or dining. Follow us on twitter as CrescentMoonNC or become a fan on our Facebook page!

Hampstead Art Gallery

14712 Hwy. 17 N. • (910) 270-5180 Mon.-Sat. 11am-5pm, or by appt.

Hampstead, NC “Beautiful; lots of variety.” “Love the place.”

“Beautiful art work.” “Very nice.” “Art rocks your socks, and you know that.” These are just what a few customers had to say about Hampstead Art Gallery. Come and tell us what you think.

Affordable prices on prints and originals. Local artists with various styles and taste are just excited about having the opportunity to share their work with all art lovers. Our artists offer different sizes from what we have on display and low rates on commissioned work.

Owner Charles Turner invites all artists and art lovers to just hang out in our new Artist Lounge any time. Look for our upcoming Expos and Open House. Hampstead Art Gallery is located in Hampstead on the corner of Factory Road next to CVS Pharmacy.

New Elements Gallery

216 N. Front St. • (919) 343-8997 Tues-Sat: 11am-5:30pm or by appointment www.newelementsgallery.com “Across Time,” featuring the works of Wilmington artists Fritzi Huber and Dina WildeRamsing, combines clay and fiber to give us contemporary interpretations of the past.

511 1/2 Castle Street • (910) 251-8886 Tues.-Sat. 11am-5pm (Winter: closed Monday) www.pattersonbehn.com pattersonbehn will be featuring the work of Michelle Connolly. Michelle is a remarkably, prolific artist who has managed to stay connected to her inner child by channeling it through her artwork.

Though so much of her work comes from her personal memories and her very active imagination- there is also a strong sense of depth and maturity to many of her pieces.

The gallery also carries works by Bob Bryden, Virginia Wright-Frierson, Rachel Kastner, Pam Toll, and Katherine Webb, as well as a large selection of works on paper in numerous media.

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Almost every genre is represented here—oil, pastel and watercolor, clay and glass art, fiber art, turned wood, metal works, artisan-crafted jewelry and more. Classes, workshops, pottery studio, custom framing, Creative Exchange lecture series and Coffee With the Author series are also offered on-site.

Wilmington Art Association Gallery 616B Castle St. (910) 343-4370 www.wilmington-art.org This month the Wilmington Art Gallery, 616-B Castle St. is featuring Barbara Tuzzeo’s colorful paintings entitled “Le Fleur du Monde.” Please stop by to admire and also purchase her work and the “wearable art” in the center section of the gallery. You may find the perfect piece of jewelry, scarves, handbags, t-shirts, etc., for yourself or as a gift.

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The Agricultural Act of Eating: Shouldn’t we know from where our food comes?

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ating is an agricultural act.”

Wendell Berry’s quote is a simple observation of the reality of eating. So much energy and advertising is expended trying to separate us from what we eat that we don’t stop to realize that over 90 percent of a supermarket is not even food. Remaining blissfully unaware of what we eat and where it comes from is crippling us, but it’s curable.

Not many years ago, most of our food was produced within a 100 miles of our homes.

There were hundreds of local farmers and food processors, each competing for our business and producing food that contains “life force” and that was truly alive. The times have certainly changed.

In 1930, 25 percent of the U.S. population lived on six million family farms. Today’s two million farms are home to only 2 percent of the population, with 8 percent of farms accounting for 72 percent of sales, according to a Food First/Institute for Food and Development Policy report. Bottom line, we are now relying on far fewer farms, supplying far more of the food coming from far greater distances. The focus today is making food-like substances that are manipulated to stay on a shelf rather than provide actual nourishment.

This homogenization begets vulnerability.

Most people probably can’t even name one thing in their diets that is eaten within one day of being harvested. Before industrialization took hold at the turn of the 19th century, all food and water was “alive,” for lack of a better word. It had not been manipulated

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or treated as a commodity, but was born of nature and could be taken at face value. Because we only began manipulating our food a short time ago, our bodies never developed a mechanism to tell us when we’re malnourished, only hungry—and there is a large difference. A Big Mac may ease a hunger pang, but it doesn’t nourish the body. The fact is: We do not realize we are malnourished until we fall ill. We no longer retain the capacity to evaluate the nutritional value of food.

Thankfully, there are some tools that can help us fight this battle over food. The most potent is community-supported agriculture (CSA). The concept is not new, but it is growing wildly in popularity as people take control of their own personal agriculture. It works like this: The consumer pays the farmer up front, normally somewhere around $300, and the farmer provides a weekly supply of farm-fresh seasonal produce to be picked up at a predetermined place, on a designated day each week, for a 10-12 week period. This model not only makes sense, it makes cents—on every level. Folks get more food than they could ever buy from a grocer for their $25-aweek, plus the food is fresh and has a longer shelf-life than traditional distribution methods that take weeks to get to us in the first place.

By doing this, not only are we supporting our local economy, but the farmer can charge a higher price on their ware without breaking the bank, due to skipping all the food distribu-

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tors that have no business handling what we eat in the first place. Everybody wins.

Probably the most profound part is the fact that we will be forced out of our comfort zones in regards to what we cook and eat. Ever tried mashed turnips or kale chips?

Get out the cookbook, because much of this “new” form of food can provide an exciting experience. Coupled with the fact that people also get the chance to actually meet the farmer who grew their food, it becomes priceless.

CSA take place right here in Wilmington.

Tidal Creek has had a CSA, operating with Black River Organic Farm, for many years and is usually on a waiting list. Progressive Gardens operates as the pick-up point for Cottle Organics CSA, which is in its second year of operation. The season has started, but there is still time and space to be involved. The program is pro-rated based on the first week of involvement and runs only $25 per week.

For those not interested in the pick-up part, there’s even a local food-delivery service run by The Produce Box. It is not as local as traditional CSA’s, but they utilize all NC produce in their operations and every little bit helps.

Still another option is to frequent the local Farmer’s Markets in town. Riverfront, Poplar

Grove, Wrightsville Beach and even Carolina Beach all have burgeoning markets cropping up to support the local food movement. This is also a great opportunity to ask questions about what’s being grown and who knows— maybe even stumble upon a recipe or two.

The most important part of this process lies in people. If we do not collectively make the connections between the importance of truly healthy food and all of the societal problems we are encountering, the status quo will prevail; and the status quo is not good enough.

Collectively, we should all make a promise to look behind the veil and educate ourselves. Earthlings is a movie that provides an accurate expose of the meat production industry. Visiting a local farm and taking part in harvesting and slaughtering the food can be eye-opening. Joining a CSA, reading labels and trying to shopping for an entire month by purchasing only whole foods that do not contain artificial and processed materials that cannot be pronounced makes for a great start. It should be an enlightening process.

While it may not be easy, the bottom line is: We should know what we eat.

Contact Progressive Gardens (www.progressivegardens.com) about their CSA or Copper Guinea’s (http://copperguineafarm. wordpress.com) CSA distributed through Progressive Gardens by calling (910) 3951156. Visit The Produce Box at www.theproducebox.com, and to be put on the CSA waiting list at Tidal Creek, call (910) 799-2667.

Where the Eatin’ is Good: New spot downtown beckons many a return

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just finished off the last bit of chicken pot pie I ordered out for lunch. Every bite was as good as it was fresh, considering it has been in my fridge for a few hours. It’s Mother’s Day, and though I am not a momma to anyone other than two cats and a dog, the homey flavor of the pot pie made me feel as if I was celebrating in my mom’s kitchen—if my mom were a chef at a gastropub.

The Eat Spot, located at the corner of Princess and Front streets (in the old Sue Ann Shoes’ building, for those who remember the old-fashioned store years ago), marries comfort and gastronomy together, providing Wilmington an “eat spot” that is sure to make it. Though the building has been many different eateries and night clubs—some closed before they even opened—the food at its new, bottom-floor incarnation should impress enough to bring back its customers 10 times over again. In fact, it has.

Just ask my BFF, Mandy. She has eaten there five times in one week alone: for dinner with her parents, for lunch with friends.

She has even turned her co-workers on to it, who have begun “craving the veggie sandwich” daily. As other office personnel know, when discussing lunch, it’s quite tricky to sate everyone’s palate; however, The Eat Spot seems to do it well.

Mandy and I first stopped into the cozy corner restaurant one Friday evening a few weeks back. Downtown was bustling with activity, and we wanted something new, something different to try—and we didn’t want to wait. The Eat Spot tempted us with a menu featuring a fried-oyster salad, portobello cheese fries, and even a fried egg sandwich.

We placed our orders as such, sat outside on the street of Front, people-watching, sipping on a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc and catching up on our weekly scoop. When our portobello fries arrived, they were lightly battered and resting in a creamy Havarti cheese sauce, filled with fresh herbs and greens, including spicy arugula. They were insane-good, too, robust with earthiness and not masked by the batter, which maintained its crunch. The sauce, though it sounds rich, was quite mellow, providing a creamy gloss over the chunky fungi. Our forks fought over the last bite and the final scrape of the bowl.

When the entrées arrived, the fried egg sandwich stacked a half-hand—maybe even a full-hand—high. It was so large, I thought, for sure, we’d have to share it with a passerby on the street. Between hearty slices of a French loaf, it spewed with perfectly fried

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“I am completely thrilled to see this on a menu,” I told Mandy. “Fried egg sandwiches—or even eggs atop burgers—never appear on menus around here.”

Our very helpful waitress happened upon our conversation at that exact moment. “Jason, the chef [and owner], calls it ‘The Hangover Cure.’”

“I’m pretty sure it could cure anything,” I replied.

The Eat Spot also makes one of Wilmington’s most interesting salads. Served with grilled onions and, again, bacon, each bite gets accentuated by one of many cornmeal-battered oysters, served over a load of spinach. The oysters’ taste of the sea punctuates the horseradish-mustard vinaigrette, giving it a never-ending depth that seemingly aroused every taste bud.

I can’t blame Mandy for her constant revisits to The Eat Spot; I, too, have had my fair share. Thus, I can attest to their wedge salad’s enormity and its piquant, homemade blue-cheese dressing. The best part of the salad, aside from the chilled, crispy Iceberg, and the fact that it’s served with bacon, comes from the diced red sweet peppers that top it off. Blue cheese and red sweet peppers are a heavenly match.

However, their cheese-grit fries, even if quite intriguing in concept, didn’t stack up for me They were served with ketchup, which wouldn’t have been so bad if more flavor inhabited the grits. They seemed to lack something; I couldn’t put my finger on what it was, exactly (maybe something as simple as salt?), but a specialty sauce would have really made the appetizer as interesting as The Eat Spot’s other offers.

And, so, we come full-circle to Mother’s Day, when I went yet again with my sous-chef beau and constant dining companion. He had heard me rave about the spot for weeks, and I love to get his palate’s take on food. Honing a deep fondness for all-things macaroni and cheese, we ordered the fried mac-n-cheese.

At first, I was hesitant, only because I have had such piss-poor makes of the dish before at other eateries. But The Eat Spot turned it into a Southern art form. Again, the batter

DOWNTOWN’S NEW GASTROPUB: The Eat Spot serves a fried egg sandwich worth many returns, as well as PBR-battered onion rings and portobello cheese fries, served in a pool of heaven, also known as Havarti cheese sauce.

was crusty and peppery—which I loved, but Matthew thought the pepper should have been more tame. The mac and cheese was firstly homemade, and to be fried the very large triangles, served as deuces, were surprisingly cheesy.

“I’m ordering this as a meal next time,” Matthew commented, noting a staple at The Eat Spot: Portion sizes do not lack.

As noted I ordered the chicken pot pie for my meal, while Matthew went with the daily special, sesame-seared scallops, served with a scallion and carrot salad, pineapple salsa and a chili-rice roll. At first, I suspected the meal to be a sushi roll, but it wasn’t. The scallops were large, seared and cooked perfectly medium rare, with a nice black-speckled crust from the sesame seeds and a meltin-your-mouth center. The chili-rice roll was

like an eggroll, but inside was nothing but rice, wrapped in seaweed and battered and flash-fried.

“I’m not too fond of it,” Matthew noted.

“Try eating a bite of every element together, and see if it works,” I remarked.

“Yeah, I did,” he answered. “But kudos to the chef for trying something new.”

Per my chicken pot pie, well, both Matthew and I couldn’t break away from the crust. “It’s almost like pie crust,” he said.

And it was, except it was flakier like filo dough. The filling was delightful and completely homemade, not born from a can of cream of chicken soup. “It tastes like there may even be beer in it,” Matthew speculated. The comfort food had been kicked up a notch by a pair of fine-dining kitchen hands.

As it turns out, Jason Godwin opened The Eat Spot literally days after he left Jerry’s in Wrightsville Beach—a fine dining establishment he had worked at for practically a decade. Now he’s upping the ante on bar food downtown. Perhaps, the most appealing aspect to The Eat Spot is that it’s accessible to anyone who enjoys a good meal. An added bonus: It shows its Southern roots through and through (try the sweet potato bread pudding for a taste full of pure indulgence) and it’s reasonably priced. Really, it’s no wonder Mandy and I keep going back for more—it’s a true spot of deliciousness. encore | may 12-18 , 2010 | www.encorepub.com 27

e d i u g g n i n i d american Brixx Wood Fired Pizza A short drive from the beach, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza in Mayfaire Town Center is a fun, friendly neighborhood restaurant.

Serving the best brick-oven pizzas around, Brixx also offers a fine selection of signature focaccia sandwiches, pastas, fresh salads and desserts. Stop in for a quick lunch, or kick back on the patio with one of 24 beers on tap or 14 wines by the glass.

Brixx is also a late-night destination, serving 2-for-1 pizzas and appetizers after 10 p.m. Open until 1 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 p.m. on Sunday.6801 Main Street, Wilmington, NC 28405. 910256-9677. www.brixxpizza.com.

BLUeWaTer Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood

lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday during the summer months. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining. com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC . 910.256.8500.

cHriS’ coSmic KiTcHen cosmicKitchenonline.com Serving breakfast all day as well as lunch and handmade cheesecake, Chef and Owner Chris Lubben loves to make many of his menu items from scratch. Whether you’re in the mood for a fluffy 3-egg Omelet, Shrimp & Grits, Prime Rib Sandwich or Andes Mint Cheesecake, Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is your “Out of this World” Breakfast/Lunch Destination. Evening restaurant rental is available, as well as a Personal Chef service. Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is located at 420 Eastwood Rd, Unit 109, on the corner of Racine Dr. and Eastwood Rd. Closed Monday. Open Tues-Sat. from

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c.G. daWGS For great traditional New York style eats with Southern charm look no further than C.G. Dawgs. You will be drawn in by the aroma of fine beef franks served with witty banter and good natured delivery from the cleanest hot dog carts in Wilmington. Sabrett famous hot dogs and Italian sausages are the primary fare offered, with a myriad of condiments for all of your mid-day or late night cravings. You may find them daily at their new location on the boardwalk of Market and Water St. from 11am to 5pm. Saturdays at the farmers market. Thursday-Saturday nights they are on Market St. between Front and 2nd St. from 10pm to 3:00am. Then they finish the week off at Fibbers on Sunday nights until 3am.

To busy to leave the office? Ask about their lunch time delivery service for downtown!!

FLaT eddie’S Are you ready to eddie? FLAT eddie’s upbeat, modern dining room & bar makes eddie’s the new “it” place to dine in Wilmington for New American Cuisine. Why FLAT eddie’s? Their signature flatbreads! These flavorful creations start with scratch-made dough, stretched thin and piled high with ingredients like roma tomatoes, succulent shrimp and luxurious cheeses.

All sandwiches and burgers are under $8 and their entrees are unique and bold. FLAT eddie’s bar serves up $2 and $3 beer and cocktail specials daily. Private dining area available. Large groups welcome. Family-style meals to go available. FlatEddiesRestaurant.com. 5400 Oleander Drive, Wilmington . 910.799.7000.

HeLLS KiTcHen This former Dawson’s Creek stage set has been turned into a lively pub in the heart of Downtown Wilmington. Their extensive menu ranges from classics like a thick Angus burger 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 on the big screen, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with a pool table, darts, weekly trivia, and live music on the weekends. Offers limited lunchtime delivery during the week and can accommodate large parties. M-Sat 11am until late, opens Sundays at noon. 118 Princess St, (910) 763-4133.

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 and offers daily black-

board specials 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.

HoLidaY inn reSorT The Verandah Café 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. Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. 256-2231 Wrightsville Beach.

KeFi Kefi, founded in 1981 by a group of friends, has a long-standing tradition as a favorite local watering hole. This Wrightsville-Beach eatery is open at 6am for breakfast, offering everything from omelets and pancakes, to shrimp and grits.

Take a break from the beach and visit Kefi’s, where their menu features a variety of salads and sandwiches. There is even a “working man’s lunch,” served Monday through Friday, all for under $6. At night Kefi comes alive by serving dinner with a Southern flare. From the fried pickles appetizer to their the shrimp or oyster Po’boy to their nightly dinner specials, there is something that will make your taste buds sing. Then stick around for live music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; nightly drink specials are offered. Go online at www. kefilive.com for more info and full music schedule. Open 6am-2am, seven days a week, with full ABC permits. Lunch deliveries available in the Wrightsville Beach area. Located at 2012 Eastwood Road, 910-256-3558.

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. Open Tuesday-Sunday, serving dinner at 5pm. 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

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. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grownup banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it.

Mon.-Fri. 10am-7pm; Sat. 9am-6pm; closed Sunday. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350FOOD.

ness of authentic China. Serving items like traditional dim sum and gourmet home-style cooking, Double Happiness is still dedicated to branding the exotic flavors of fresh ingredients and a romantic spice in all of their cooking. Their friendly staff will always go the extra mile to help diners enjoy their experience. Beer and wine is served for lunch and dinner, and Double Happiness is open Monday through Saturday, from 11am to 3pm and 5pm to 10pm; closed Sundays. 4403 Wrighstville Avenue; 910-313-1088.

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), 799-1426.

MELLOW MUSHROOM

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Mellow out and relax in the comfortable atmosphere that Mellow Mushroom offers.

From the giant psychadelic ‘shroom located in the bar area to the Cadillac hanging on the wall, this restaurant is far from ordinary. The open kitchen brings live entertainment as pizza dough flies in the air. Their hand-tossed, spring-water dough brings new meaning to pizzas and calzones—healthy!! With 20 drafts and an array of microbrews, domestic and import bottles, Mellow Mushroom has an extensive beer list and full bar. Also, check out their lunch specials and variety of sandwiches. Their menu also caters to everyone and offers many vegetarian dishes.

Live jazz on Wednesdays. Hours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun., 12pm-9pm. 4311 Oleander Drive, 452-3773.

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 4-7pm enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while earlybird specials last from 4-6pm, where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak.

Open Monday thru Thursday 4pm-10pm; Friday and Saturday 4pm-10:30pm; and Sunday 11am-10pm. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570. Please visit the Web site at hirojapanesesteakhouse.com.

TROLLY STOP Trolly Stop Hot Dogs are family owned with six locations. Since 1976 they specialize in homemade chili, slaw and sauces. Dogs include Smighfield (beef & pork), Southern Dog, Sabrett (all beef), Northern Dog, Carolina Packers Pork Dog (smoked sausage), Oscar Mayer 98% Fat Free Dogs (turkey) and Light Life Veggie Dog (soy). Locations are: 126 N. Front Street Open six days including Thurs., Fri., and Sat. night from 10pm-3am; 343-2999, 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, 256-1421; 4502 Fountain Dr., 4523952. Open at 11am on Sat.; South Howe St. in Southport, 457-7017; 103A Cape Fear Blvd in Carolina Beach, 458-5778. Catering cart available all year from $300. 910-2978416.

ASIAN DOUBLE HAPPINESS Double Happiness offers the Port City fine Asian dining at reasonable prices. Now under new management, the restaurant will serve flavorful dishes, prepared by the cultural rich-

by the koi pond in our Asian garden, or be entertained every Friday night with a Balinese dancer. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), 251-9229. Indochinewilmington.com.

CARIBBEAN JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is Wilmington’s Authentic Caribbean Restaurant conveniently located at 417 S. College Road in University Landing. We offer exquisite Caribbean cuisine to satisfy your taste buds, whether they are for spicy Jamaican jerk chicken, mellow flavors of our curry chicken, curry goat or our ox tail skillfully flavored by our Jamaican chefs. Come in and enjoy our many menu selections, our warm décor, atmosphere, excellent service and our smooth reggae music. Operating hours are: Sunday 3:00pm – 8:00pm; Wednesday – Saturday 11:45am – 9:00pm (Closed Monday and Tuesday).

Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is family owned and operated. Check us out at www.jamaicascomfortzone.com or call us 910-399-2867.

FRENCH CAPRICE BISTRO Wilmington’s finest French cuisine can be found at Caprice Bistro, a small informal neighborhood restaurant, serving hearty food in generous portions at affordable prices. Simple is the atmosphere in the bistro, as

plain white plates and tables dressed in white paper make up the decor. However, the food is far from simple, as a combination of fresh ingredients and innovative preparation delight the taste buds with a plethora of unique appetizers, entrées and desserts. The service is fast, efficient and non-intrusive, and the ambience is friendly and unpretentious.

After dinner, be sure to venture upstairs into their cozy and relaxing sofa bar for an afterdinner martini, or enjoy your meal there, as a light-fare and full menus are served. Art is always on display in the sofa bar, so be sure to inquire frequently about their artist show receptions. Voted “Best French Restaurant” three years in a row! 10 Market Street, downtown Wilmington, 815-0810.

ITALIAN EDDIE ROMANELLI’S Eddie Romanelli’s is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years.

Its diverse menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, madefrom-scratch pizzas. Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16oz. 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. RomanellisRestaurant.com. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. 910.383.1885.

“You’ll Love it at Lovey’s” Featuring a variety of Organic & Natural Products

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT AND 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

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OPEN NOW! Fresh from the Farm

The Riverfront Farmers’ Market is a curbside market featuring local farmers, producers, artists & crafters.

• Fruits • Vegetables • Plants • Herbs • Flowers • Eggs • Cheeses • Meats • Seafood

• Honey • Baked goods • Pasta • Pickles • Jams & Jelly • Candy • Art • Crafts • Entertainment

The Farmers Market takes place on Saturdays, April 17 - December 18 from 8am-1pm downtown on Water Street between Market and Princess Streets.

The market will open at 9am Sat., May 8th due to the Diligence Annual 5K road roace

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GiorGio’s italian restaurant Giorgio’s is a locally owned, one-of-a-kind restaurant. Offering age-old traditions and timeless recipes, perfection is accomplished by combining the perfect cuisine and atmosphere for a dining experience that is not soon forgotten. With over 50 years of cooking experience under one roof, the smells of old-fashioned home cooking float through the air creating that comforting feeling of homeaway-from-home! From old world style dishes to modern day creations, the menu showcases multiple flavors that will tempt the palate of the most discriminating connoisseurs. A Monkey Junction landmark for over 12 years! www.giorgios-restaurant.com. 5226 S College Rd.,Wilmington 910-790-9954.

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. We have the largest tequila selection in Wilmington. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.” Stop by for lunch dinner, or a late-night treat, open from 11:30am until 3am, seven days a week, 365 days a year, all ABC permits. 122 Market Street between Second and Front, downtown Wilmington. 251-9444. Visit our 2nd location at 1437 Military Cutoff Rd., next to PT’s! 256-2229 www.grabslice.com.

JaMaican JaMaica’s coMfort Zone Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is Wilmington’s Authentic Caribbean Restaurant conveniently located at 417 S. College Road in University Landing. We offer exquisite Caribbean cuisine to satisfy your taste buds, whether they are for spicy Jamaican jerk chicken, mellow flavors of our curry chicken, curry goat or our ox tail skillfully flavored by our Jamaican chefs.

Come in and enjoy our many menu selections including our daily offering of a four-course meal for $12.00. Operating hours: Sunday 3:00pm – 8:00pm; Monday - Closed; open Tuesday – Saturday 11:45am – 9:00pm. Live Music every 3rd Friday. Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is family owned and operated. Check us out at HYPERLINK “http://www.jamaicascomfortzone.com” www.jamaicascomfortzone.com or call us at 910-399-2867.

orGanic loVeY’s MarKet Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for natural and organic groceries, or just a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious, and totally fresh snack.

Whether they are in the mood for a veggie burger, a bean burrito or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte café menu at Lovey’s.

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selections that can be eaten in the café seating or boxed for take-out—can be enjoyed all day long, while the juice bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables.

Specializing in bulk sales of produce, grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices, Lovey‘s also carries grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. Wheatfree, gluten-free, products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries and wholesome pet foods. For anything shoppers want that is not in stock, Lovey‘s will be happy to find it.

Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday, 9am to 7pm; Saturday, 9am to 6pm; and on Sundays, 10am to 6pm. Café hours: Monday-Friday, 11am–6pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Road; 910-509-0331. Online at www.loveysmarket.com.

tidal creeK co-oP Tidal Creek Deli offers a wide array of exceptional and unusual organic foods, all of which taste as good as they are for you. The salad bar and hot bar incorporate flavors from around the world; each item is prepared by hand using only fresh and local ingredients.

The chefs are constantly experimenting to create new and exciting dishes. Choose from made to order smoothies with almond butter and hemp milk, salads with locally grown greens or, special order a wedding cake made from scratch to your specifications. Whatever your tastes, Tidal Creek Deli is a place to rejuvenate the mind and body while enjoying the company of a friendly and relaxed organic community.

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

762-2827 www.dockstreetoysterbar.net.

east at tHe BlocKade runner Hotel The Blockade Runner offers an array of seasonal seafood specials, certified Angus beef, lobster menu on Friday evening plus a spectacular Sunday 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. We offer live entertainment on Saturday evening and Sunday brunch. Our lounge is eco-friendly and offers light fare nightly.

275 Waynick Blvd. Wrightsville Beach. 910256-2251.

HieronYMus Proving that excellent seafood isn’t just for the eateries at Wrightsville Beach, Hieronymus Seafood is the stop for midtown Wilmington seafood lovers. In business for 27 years strong, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by consistently providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in oceanic cuisine.

Complete with a full-service bar and a fireside oyster bar, it’s the place to be if you are seeking top-quality attributes in atmosphere, presentation, flavor and ingenuity. Signature dishes include Oysters Hieronymus and the Scallops Fra Diavlo. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2007. 5035 Market Street; 392-6313.

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.

OceanicRestaurant.com. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. 910.256.5551

soutHern Hall’s troPicana restaurant Hall’s is a Wilmington tradition! Originally opened in 1901 as a drug store, Hall’s has been serving the Downtown community for over 100 years. We serve traditional Southern fare, including a classic breakfast with the accompaniments you’ve grown to love. Lunch includes a Southern buffet Monday-Friday with pork, chicken, all the fixin’s, and a special addition every day! Don’t forget our unique menu, which includes everything from specialty sandwiches to fried seafood. Most importantly, at Hall’s everything is fresh! Open Monday-Friday, 7am-2pm (buffet 11-2), and Saturday from 7am12:30pm with breakfast and menu items only.

421 Castle St. 910-762-2210.

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 UNCW, this lively sportsthemed restaurant is home to over 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector TVs in Wilmington. 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. Carolina Ale House serves its full menu from 11a – 2a daily. CarolinaAleHouse.com. 317 South College Road, Wilmington, NC. 910.791.9393.

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Full Belly Project goes local!

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n the early 90’s during the North Carolina film industry’s golden years, The Last of The Mohicans was filmed in Western North Carolina. (A film that came here because it was so affordable to film in NC. As one will see, it has had a lasting impact on our state beyond the immediate $37,000,000—estimated budget according to Boxoffice mojo—spent on production.)

Among the people who saw this movie, a man named “Tim Will” was enthralled by the breathtaking, beautiful scenery that is one of the hallmarks of the film. “That is the most beautiful place I have ever seen,” he said. “I am going to retire there.”

And so he did.

It all began, once upon a time, in the early 2000’s when he moved to Rutherford County (again, inspired and brought about by our Film Industry). After he and his wife got the moving truck unpacked and settled into the house, he sat on the porch. The next day he sat on the porch some more.

On the third day, he decided he was tired of sitting on the porch. He opened the local newspaper and spotted an ad for county economic development director. Off he went to apply for the job.

“You don’t want this job,” he was told.

“This job is a joke. The state gives us money we are supposed to match, which we can’t afford to match, so we don’t. This county has no future. Manufacturing has gone overseas, old people are dying, young people are leaving, and there is no economic future. You don’t want this job.”

“I want this job,” Tim replied. Since he

by: Gwenyfar Rohler was the only one who applied and was completely over qualified, they gave him the job.

Tim spent some time wandering around the county looking at things, and talking with people. He noticed a couple of things: the first being that a lot of people had a lot of land in this rural area. Most of them had never farmed because their grandfathers had stopped farming to go to work in the textile mills. This meant that all this farm land had not been farmed or treated with chemical fertilizers or pesticides for 60 plus years. But the other side of the coin is that this generation had never farmed at all. Hmmm….

From the Foothills Connect Web site: “Between 1995 and 2006, Rutherford County, population of 69,000 lost approximately 6,000 jobs to the process of globalization, devastating the formerly robust textile and furniture manufacturing economies in the region.”

Tim founded a non-profit called “Foothills Connect,” which, as the name suggests, seeks to connect the foothills to the area around it. Remember all those people living on pesticide-free land? They are now organic farmers. Through www.farmersfreshmarket. org, the newly minted organic farmers log into the site, post the produce they will have ready to harvest the next day, and then the chefs from the Tony restaurants in Charlotte place their orders via the Web site. Then the real organizational magic happens: The delivery company receives a schedule for pickup and deliveries, the farmer’s printers produce

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packing labels, the farmers harvest and pack produce, before the truck appears in the in their driveway to pick up their produce that afternoon. The truck goes to Charlotte to deliver to the chefs.

“By using one truck to pick-up and deliver on a local route,” the Web site notes, “this one truck is more efficiently utilized, moving more produce for more growers and delivering to more locations than individual producers could reach by themselves.” Did we also mention less fuel and smaller carbon footprint?

Sounds so simple, right?

Ah, but it never is. Turns out that the farmers of Foothills Connect need the same technology that the Full Belly Project has been distributing in Africa and other parts of the developing world. So, now, Wilmington’s favorite international NGO is going local to rural North Carolina.

Jock Brandis, founder of the Full Belly Project, and Tim Will, founder of Foothills Connect, met last year in, of all places, Palo Alto, California. (Personal disclosure: I have a preexisting relationship with Jock Brandis, the founder of Full Belly Project. I do not come close to having any objectivity about him or his work as subject to cover for encore. There, now you know. ) How did these two guys, living in NC, meet in California? In 2008 Jock won the Purpose Prize, an award given to people over 60 doing something to make the world a better place. In 2009 (like a beauty queen), he presented it to the next year’s winner, Tim Will. Jock and Tim got to talking and found out they had a lot in common. Both were transplants to North Carolina—Tim from the gulf coast and Jock brought here by the film industry in the early 1980s. Having grown up on a subsistence farm in Canada and worked these last years with farmers all over the world, Jock was naturally intrigued to see Tim’s operation. Tim was eager to have Jock come visit.

The farmers he works with don’t have 2,000 acres of soy. They are small holdings, usually with diverse crops. Tim was convinced Jock’s machinery was made to order.

Last month Jock loaded up the pickup truck, with his corn cracker, rocking water pump, soy extruder and his new toy, the “tsunami pump.” “I call it that because it uses the energy created by a river current to pump wa-

ter up hill,” Jock explains with a smile.

“This really was no different than a trip to Africa or South America for me,” he continues, “except I don‘t have to get my shoes x-rayed. It was going out in the field and seeing how things work. I learn so much when we do this.”

For example, Jock was shocked to learn that his corn cracker was an excellent oat crimper. Grains have a waxy coating when they grow that must be broken down in order to provide nutritional value when consumed. Ever noticed how oats are labeled “rolled oats”? That means they have been pressed between two rollers and crimped to break the waxy seal. The farmers were very impressed with what he brought and, as always, saw practical changes to suggest. “[After] one guy saw the tsunami pump, [he] asked, ‘Is there was going to be a cover on it, because possums would climb in there and drown.’ Apparently, possums are notorious for drowning in inconvenient locations and clogging irrigation,” Jock notes “That’s the kind of stuff I only learn in the field. I don’t know that when I’m inventing in the shop.”

It seems that with the rise of agri-business, it is virtually impossible to buy small farm-sized machinery any more. Sure, a farmer can buy a soy harvester to come out and do 2,000 acres, but not two or 10. And when inter-planting (planting several crops together that benefit and protect each other), mechanized harvesting is an impossibility.

Processing is where the real money is made in agriculture. Crimped oats command a higher price than non, the same with husked and cracked corn. Full Belly Project’s model has always been to try to empower farmers by allowing them to process their products and achieve the “value-added” prices that had historically gone to traders and middle men. Now, through the alliance with the Foothills Connect, they are coming home to work in their own backyard, North Carolina.

Gwenyfar is the author of The Promise of Peanuts: A real life fairy tale about a man, a village and the promise that bound them together.

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d r i e w e h t f o s w e n Chuck Shepherd digs up the strangest of the strange in world news

LEAD STORY Our Expanding â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rightsâ&#x20AC;?: In April, a high official of the European Union called for membernations to subsidize â&#x20AC;&#x153;vacationsâ&#x20AC;? for seniors, the disabled and those too poor to afford one.

Said Commissioner (for enterprise and industry) Antonio Tajani, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Traveling for tourism today is a right.â&#x20AC;? In April, the town of Olathe, Kan., became the second city in two years to settle lawsuits filed by citizens who were arrested for flashing their middle fingers at police officers, thus appearing to acknowledge that flipping the bird contemptuously at a cop is expressive conduct protected by the First Amendment. (Philadelphia paid out $50,000; Olathe, one-sixteenth the size, paid out $5,000.)

plained that, since the value of the goods was over the $300 line that separates a mere misdemeanor from a 3rd-degree felony, law schools, thankfully, could no longer accept him. While officers were busy being puzzled about all that, the Staples manager told the police that the actual value of Velardoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s take was $276.88.

Justin Massler, 27, charged with criminal stalking of 28-year-old businesswoman-heiress Ivanka Trump, was released on bail in New York City in April but explained to a New York Daily News reporter that he intended to alter his approach. Instead of imposing himself on Trump, he said he would â&#x20AC;&#x153;become like a big-time millionaire, real estate mogul, so that sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the one who contacts me.â&#x20AC;?

Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Possibly Be True The Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kan., famously pickets targets around the country with explicit anti-homosexuality signs and recently chose as venues the funerals of deceased U.S. soldiers and Marines (calling such deaths Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s punishment for Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s acceptance of gays and lesbians). One grieving Marine family in York, Pa., filed a lawsuit accusing Westboro of â&#x20AC;&#x153;intentional infliction of emotional distressâ&#x20AC;? by picketing their sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2006 funeral, but a U.S. Court of Appeals ruled in March that such protests are protected by the First Amendment. Piling on, the Court added that the grieving family must also pay Westboro $16,510 to cover its costs in having to defend the lawsuit.

Michelle Taylor, 34, was sentenced in Elko, Nev., in April to life in prison, solely for the crime of forcing a 13-year-old boy to touch her breasts, twice. The sentence was mandatory under a certain state law, but, said her lawyer, â&#x20AC;&#x153;She is getting a greater penalty ... than if she killed (the boy).â&#x20AC;? (She could be eligible for parole after 10 years.)

Unclear on the Concept At press time, the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal is considering declaring veteran comedian Guy Earle guilty of discrimination against two uncloseted lesbians who were heckling him in a night club. According to Earle, the women were loud, rude to the waitress and contemptuous of Earle, and thus opened the door to combat-type comedy of insult-exchange, except that some of his insults referred to the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sexual orientation and frisky behavior at the table.

Earle said his job requires him to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;offensiveâ&#x20AC;? and that the traditional verbal jousts between comedians and hecklers are not the same as illegal â&#x20AC;&#x153;hate speech.â&#x20AC;?

More Fuzzy Thinking: Schoolsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; conventional â&#x20AC;&#x153;zero toleranceâ&#x20AC;? policies prohibiting guns or weapons on campus not only apply (as they have recently) to drawings of guns and to a 2-inch-long toy charm in the shape of a gun, but, at an Ionia, Mich., school, to making the familiar, thumb-up hand representation of a gun, for which Mason Jammer, 6, was suspended in March. Carly Houston, 29, was arrested in Naperville, Ill., in March after a rowdy early-morning dispute with a taxi driver, and, given her customary â&#x20AC;&#x153;one phone callâ&#x20AC;? to ask a friend to post bond for her, she chose instead to call 9-1-1 and report that she was â&#x20AC;&#x153;trapped inside a detention facilityâ&#x20AC;? (thus causing police to add â&#x20AC;&#x153;abuse of 9-1-1â&#x20AC;? to the charges).

Erlyndon Joseph Lo, 27 and a graduate of Southern Methodist University law school, was arrested in April after threats against a Dallas womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clinic that performs abortions.

Police were tipped the day before when Lo appeared at the federal courthouse in Plano, Texas, and sought a formal judicial ruling that would protect him from harm, even if he were to use deadly force â&#x20AC;&#x153;to defend the innocent life of another human being.â&#x20AC;?

Inexplicable Baltimore County (Md.) Judge Darrell Russell Jr., presiding over a March domestic violence case in which the woman obviously had changed her mind about blaming the boyfriend, performed the coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marriage ceremony in his chambers after temporarily halting the boyfriendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trial. Earlier, Judge Russell had informed the woman that she could not refuse to testify based on â&#x20AC;&#x153;marital privilegeâ&#x20AC;? because she and the boyfriend were not married. Consequently, as the trial started, she asked the judge to marry them. After the ceremony, she was then granted the â&#x20AC;&#x153;marital privilege,â&#x20AC;? and the judge dismissed the charge for lack of evidence. (Russell has now been reassigned to less important cases.)

When Joseph Velardo, 28, was arrested in Port St. Lucie, Fla., in April after shoplifting items from a Staples store, he for some reason expressed relief that the charges would prevent him from being accepted by law schools. He ex-

Latest Protests In April, outdoing the recent partisan spats in the U.S. Congress, several dozen members of the Ukrainian parliament squared off over a cooperation-with-Russia bill that eventually involved headlocks, punching, a smoke bomb,

glue (in the voting machines) and cartons of eggs tossed at the speakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s platform. Russian president Dmitry Medvedev called it the chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;traditional elegance.â&#x20AC;? Swedenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Metro newspaper reported in March that a 21year-old inmate at Kirseberg prison in Malmo faces discipline for continuing his protests against jail conditions by aiming his gas-passing directly at guards.

Recurring Themes Federal agents in April uncovered an elaborate bestiality ring (involving horses) in Washington state. Facility operator Douglas Spink is suspected of using the site to make pornographic videos for perverts, and a visitor from England was arrested as a suspected paying customer. This farm is near Bellingham, Wash., and the operation is completely separate from the 2005 raid on a similar facility near Enumclaw, Wash. (about 110 miles away), in which one man died of a perforated colon following penetrative sex by a horse. The state had no specific anti-bestiality law in 2005, but one was enacted after the Enumclaw episode.

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where to be, what to do in Wilmington and beyond

Events HOLISTIC HEALTH FAIR Wilmington’s 2nd annual holistic health fair will be held at the Natural Therapies Institute on 5/15, 10am-5pm.

Hosts eclectic group of local health experts, with a single goal of broadening health awareness. A range of healing modalities such as acupuncture, Oriental medicine, biofeedback, nutrition counseling, massage, life coaching, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, intuitive arts, and crystal healing are just a few of the dynamic participants. Live music, free lectures, demonstrations, and delicious food will round out the event. This event is free and open to all ages. It is a great opportunity to meet the practitioners directly and have questions answered about services provided. The Natural Therapies Institute is located at 219 Racine Dr. 910-392-5404, or Peggy@NaturalTherapiesInstitute.com NATIONAL TRAVEL AND TOURISM WEEK 27th National Travel and Tourism Week, bringing attention to the importance of travel in the country and our local areas. North Carolina ranked sixth (up from 7th last year) in visitation in 2009 with those visitors spending $15.6 billion dollars,

generating $2.5 billion in federal, state & local tax receipts. EVENTS: Open House at the York House Thurs, 5/13, 10am-2pm, located across the street from the Burgaw Library at 108 S.

5/15: HOLISTIC HEALTH FAIR

Health care—it’s a never-ending battle, involving insurance companies, politicians and everyone except who really matters: the patient. Take control of your own health by attending the second annual Holistic Health Fair, taking place at The Natural Therapies Institute on Racine Drive, this Saturday, 10am-5pm. Learn about massage, intuitive arts, life coaching and so much more of which leads to health happiness. (910) 392-5404.

Cowan St. Refreshments and fun will be supplied as we celebrate travel and how it benefits our communities, county and state. Monique Baker:

mbaker@pendercountync.gov • Visitor Information Centers on islands and at both Downtown locations will display desk posters and banners and give small souvenirs to visitors through 5/16. cvbpr@ capefearcoast.com SUMMER LOVIN’ Edge of Urge presents a speed dating and dance party at Front Street Brewery’s Beam Room on 5/15, 7:30-10pm. Offering the perfect opportunity to meet other eligible singles in the area. Two age ranges groups for this event: 21-3 and 29 & up! Tickets are $8 for 21+ only; dance party takes place after dating event.

Pre-registration rules at www.edgeofurge. com/getsome. Limites spaces available. 9 N. Front St., 3rd floor. Door prizes.

TASTE OF WILMINGTON 5/16, 5-9pm. Coastline Convention Center, 501 Nutt St. in Wilmington, N.C. The Taste of Wilmington Food & Wine Festival takes place at the Coastline Convention Center, where those in attendance sample offerings from participating restaurants, wine shops and wineries, then vote on their favorites in set categories. Some of the categories from last year’s sold-out event were best local red wine, best dessert and best hot soup. Leading up to the event, members of the public choose their favorite local chefs then vote to narrow the list to

three culinary masters. (See who’s nominated at TopChefs.StarNewsOnline.com.) Those finalists will compete in a cook-off for the title of Top Chef.

Last year’s Top Chef was Matt Kahrs of Port City Chop House. $40 per person. Tickets on sale 4/12 at StarNews, 1003 S. 17th St., and at participating restaurants and wine retailers. Advance ticket reservations available 3/15 by calling 343-2024.

StarNewsOnline.com/TasteOfWilmington.

FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENINGS Wilmington Plastic Surgery is offering free skin cancer screenings by appointment 5/18-20, in their Laser and Skin Care Clinic at 1404 Commonwealth Drive, near Landfall. 910-509-SKIN for a free skin cancer screening.

FRANK HARR FAMILY FEST 2010 Family Fest 2010 is presented by The Frank Harr Foundation, which continues its mission to educate the public on matters concerning theLGBTQIA community. Schedule: Fri, 5/1, 7pm-’til: An evening of stand-up and improv, known as “Queer on their Feet,” with Diana Yanez, Jennie McNulty and Daniel Leary. 8pm, $15/adv. and $20/door.

Community Arts Center at Hannah Block USO, 120 S. 3rd St., (910) 251-6964. Cash bar, raffle, drag show, musicians and more! Tickets: www. brownpapertickets.com. • Henrietta III Dinner Cruise: Sat., 5/22, 6-9pm. Tickets $50 and serving a Southern buffet. DJ, dancing, and hanging with the community. • Sweet Tea Dance, 5/23, 3-6pm. Level 5/City Stage, downtown, with DJ Jay Tatum, raffles and more! $10. 251-6964. www. frankharrfoundation.org.

TEEN SUMMIT V Sat. 5/22 at the Community Boys & Girls Club from 9am-2pm. The theme is “Make your contribution to be part of the Solution.” Urban Promotions is a service run by Brandon Hickman (CEO) and Sandra McClammy (President) of Wilmington who both have a sincere interest in improving the quality of life for the community’s youth. Notably “challenged families” who are raising our youth are affected by this trend and the cases for adequacy in both the academic and social avenues continue to lack substance. In an effort to address the social inadequacy of our community’s youth, this Teen Summit will display our sincere effort to continue to be a major part of the equation needed to solve many of the community’s efforts to promote change in our youth. The Urban Promotions youth street team, “The Realists,” will assist in running the event under our guidance. We have planned a day by which both the youth and adults will walk away with a renewed sense of hope and new possibilities. www.urbanpromotions.com 910-228-7381.

CAROLINA BEACH FIREWORKS The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce this year’s schedule for the Fireworks by the Sea series. Once again the Chamber has joined forces with the Boardwalk Makeover to bring you and your family an evening of entertainment to tickle your senses.

Live music will begin at the Boardwalk Gazebo at 6:30pm leading up to the fireworks at 9pm.

This year there will be eighteen (18) evenings of fireworks including our fabulous Independence Day show. The complete schedule is listed below so be sure to mark your calendars so you can grab your blankets and chairs and head to Pleasure Island for an evening of fun and fireworks. Thurs.

5/27, Fri. 5/28.

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DOG DAYS DOWNTOWN Dog owners looking for something out of the ordinary will enjoy Dog Days Downtown presented

by Dog Living Magazine as a benefit for 2 Feet for Paws. Sat. 5/29 at Riverfront Park. Dogs and their humans are invited to take part in a scavenger hunt for fun and prizes. Sponsorship opportunities are

available for interested businesses and organizers are also looking for prize donations and volunteers at this time. Contact Suzanne Jalot at 910-4523775 or Amy Rowlett at 910-262-0425.

for the MS Walk-A-Thon at Greenfield Lake. Race starts at 9am, and we will have a command table setup with our radios. 910-431-3875 or ke4bmy@ hotmail.com

FARMERS’ MARKETS Riverfront Farmers’ Market on Sat., 8am-1pm.

Remains open every Saturday (except October 2 Riverfest) through 12/18, 8am-1pm, downtown.

Features local farmers, producers, artists and crafters. Products offered include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheeses, meats, seafood, honey, baked goods, legumes, pickled items, jams and jellies, wine, art, crafts, and more. N. Water St. (between Market & Princess streets). • Pine Valley Market’s Farm Fresh Saturdays: 5/22, and every Sat., from June-August.

A local farmer from Clinton will have a variety of local and regional produce. Castle Hayne farm flowers, too. www.pinevalleymarket.com, 3520 S College Rd. • Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market on Wed., 8am-1pm. Everything is locally grown or made: in-season fruits and vegetables, plants, cut flowers, eggs, cheese and mroe! Family Fun Day on 6/16, w/activities from 10am-1pm. Cooking demos with Chef Skip, including a Father’s Day Feast: $30, includes lunch. RSVP: 910-352-5326.

Farm. Mkt. through 12/15, rain or shine. 10200 U.S. 17, Poplar Grove isonly a milefrom the I-40 bypass.(910) 686-9518ext. 26.

K-9 COTILLION GARDEN PARTY A fund-raiser to benefit the Ability Garden, which provides gardening opportunities for disabled and disadvantaged members of the community at the New Hanover County Arboretum. The fun starts at 4pm, 5/16, (rain date, 5/23) at the NHC Arboretum on Oleander Drive. Tickets are $30 for one, $50 for a pair. Live music, pooch portraits and quick sketches by local artists, a raffle, and hor d’oeuvres with a cash wine & beer.Tickets available at the NHC Arboretum.

Charity/Fund-rasiers VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Cape Fear River Watch is gearing up for spring and summer programs at Greenfield Lake and a wide variety of volunteer opportunities are available, 10am-noon, noon-3pm and 3-6pm.

Training onducted for all positions: dock msters (instructing customers on how to use, enter, and exit watercraft rental boats; lifting boats into shed, and facilitating basic up keep of watercraft vessels) ; environmental education positions (facilitate the eco-education stations at Greenfield Lake; requires public speaking abilities, be able to work with kids, and the understanding environmental education topics); outreach personal/welcomers ( outreaching to Greenfield Lake public about Cape Fear River’s Watch mission statement and environmental role at the lake. Incumbent would be also responsible for boater sign in, membership option sales, and customer information retrieval); water patrol staff (require using watercraft boats to patrol lake for trash, and safety protocols; have basic knowledge of rental boats, and be able to be unsupervised on water). Joe@cfrw.us or 910200-4002 WALK MS The Eastern NC Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society invites community members to join Wilmington Walk MS’s elite Gold Club. To become a Gold Club member, participants must raise $500 or more for the Wilmington Walk MS event on 5/15 at Greenfield Lake Park. The Society’s goal is to recruit more than 500 Gold Club members by 5/31, the end of the 2010 Walk fundraising season. Participants can accept the Gold Club Challenge while registering for Walk MS at http://walknct.nationalmssociety.org.

In addition to the four-mile walk, the event will feature entertainment, kids’ activities and lunch. walknct.nationalmssociety.org, 1-800 FIGHT MS. SADD YARD SALE You can shop and do a good deed at the same time on 5/15 (rain day 5/22) at Lowes Food at Monkey Junction, 5309 Carolina Beach Rd. from 8am-3pm. Funds raised provide relief for suffering animals during natural/man-made disasters.

Saving Animals During Disasters urges you to enjoy this opportunity to assist them in helping our “best friends.” If you would like to donate items for the sale, drop them off by 5/13 at Coastal K-9 Bakery at 5905 Carolina Beach Rd. Call 7944014. or at Jeannie Mintz’s at 205 Georgia Ave., Carolina Beach, Call 520-6810. Please, no exercise equipment, computers, or adult clothing.

AMATEUR RADIO 5/15: the Amateur Radio community will support the MS Walk-a -Thon with radio communications

DOWNTOWN AMBASSADOR VOLUNTEERS Wilmington’s Downtown Economic Development Organization is accepting applications for it’s all new Downtown Ambassador Program. The goal is to provide a dedicated resource to help everyone learn the many activities and assets available in downtown. Ambassadors act as official downtown greeters and offer directions, helpful information and recommendations on things to see, places to visit, stores to shop in, places to eat and local events, to begin 5/21. Success relies heavily on the commitment of Wilmington’s citizens, through generous contribution of time and energy. Ideally, Ambassadors will volunteer for two hours once a week, or at least once a month. John Hinnant: (910) 763-7349 or john@wilmingtondowntown. com. http://downtownambassador.com.

AMERICAN RED CROSS American Red Cross, Cape fear Chapter, presents CPR Saturday, a low-cost chance for you to receive training in CPR from a skilled, professional Red Cross instructor. At the end of the course you will be qualify for a certification in Adult CPR. Course will be offered 5/12, three times: 8am-noon, 9am -1pm, and 1-5:pm. First Baptist Church Activities Center at 411 Market St. $15 RSVP. www.arccapefear.org or (910)-762-2683. • 5/30 & 31: In honor of Memorial Day we will serve hot dogs in the canteen, and each donor will receive a coupon from Rita’s for one free regular Italian ice!

1102 S. 16th Street and open 12-6pm, Mon/Wed, and 8am-2pmon Fri. Open two Sun. this month, noon-4:30pm. 254-GIVE

Theatre/Auditions MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE Through 6/24: 6:30pm, Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St. $35 includes dinner, performance, tax and gratuity. Join all of your favorite characters from

5/14-15: PORT CITY’S TOP COMIC PRE-LIMS

Think you’re funny? Well, test it! Attend the pre-liminary rounds for the third annual Port City’s Top Comic competition, taking place at Nutt Street Comedy Room, beginning this weekend. Each comedian is given 5-7 minutes to test their shtick. Those who make it continue through semi-finals on the 26th at City Stage. Only eight will advance to the finals on the 27th. E-mal Matt for more info: supercatmatt@gmail.com the world’s most famous whodunit board game as their criminal capers come to life onstage.

This fast-paced farce will leave audiences ‘dying’ with laughter! Murder, madness, mystery, and mayhem. Seven suspects, six weapons…how many bodies? Limited seating. Reserve online at www.porchtheatre.com or call 910-232-6611.

CLUE DINNER THEATRE An interactive portable dinner theatre! Secrets!

Lies! Blackmail! Murder! What’s a body to do? Join in the farce whodunit-cocktail-partyturned-homicide that will leave you guessing! An

adaptation of the cult movie classic, Clue, written

by Jonathan Lynn, which is the film adaptation of the popular Parker Bros board game. Thurs. at 6:30pm, performed at Front Street Brewery.9 N. Front St. • porchtheatre.com • 232-6611 OLIVER See encore exchange cover story.

GOODBYE CHARLIE See page 14.

GUERILLA THEATRE See page 15.

CYCLES: THE SONGS OF A LIFETIME Brunswick Little Theatre presents Cycles: The Songs of a Lifetime, a musical revue of Broadway songs that reflects on the seasons of living and the joy of being in love. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and enjoy this evening of song under the stars. 8pm, 5/21-23 and 28-30 in Franklin Square Park, Southport. Free admission; donations very welcome. www.brunswicklittletheatre.com.

OPERA HOUSE SEASON 25th Anniversary Season. Performed on the Main Stage of Thalian Hall. • Fiddler on the Roof: Book

by Joseph Stein. Music by Jerry Bock. Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. Based on Sholom Aleichem’s stories by special permission of Arnold Perl. 6/913, 6/18-20 and 6/25-27. In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor dairyman, is searching for appropriate husbands for his three eldest daughters. Old World ways collide with modernity as the daughters reject their father’s wishes and marry the men they love, each daughter’s choice moving her further away from the customs of her faith. All performances at 8pm, except for Sun. matinees, 3pm.

PETER AND THE WOLF AUDITIONS Audition for “Peter and the Wolf,” Sat., 5/22, The Dance Element of Wilmington, ages 7 and up.

910-685-3787.

VOICE-OVER AUDITION Voice-over actors for a 5-minute animated dog story pilot for young children. Pay is in the low range. To audition for one of these voice-over parts, please send a work sample sound file, or a link to a work sample sound file, and your resume to LCWarden@Yahoo.com. www.lcwproductions. com/maggietales.html.

Comedy PORT CITY’S TOP COMIC 2010 Nutt Street Comedy Room and Comedy by the Beach present, the third annual Port City’s Top Comic stand-up comedy contest and comedian networking event. Each comedian will be given between five to seven minutes to perform on 5/14, 15, 21 or 22. These are the dates for the preliminary rounds of Port City’s Top Comic held at Nutt Street Comedy Room . Each of these nights 16 comics will perform and only 4 will advance to the Semi-Finals on 5/26 at City Stage at Level 5. Of the 16 that perform at the Semi-Finals, 8 will advance to the finals on 5/27 at City Stage.

Only one comic will emerge as Port City’s Top Comic. This comedian will win a trophy for being the top comic along with other prizes that will be announced via email in the coming weeks. supercatmatt@gmail.com.

SIDES Every Mon. at 9pm: Wilmington’s only live sitcom: Sides. $5 admission, All new episode each week. Browncoat Pub & Theater at 111 Grace St. 910-471-5690.

NUTT ST. COMEDY ROOM Tues. and Wed. Improv with the “Nutt House” troupe ($5 cover and $1 Front St draft beer), • Thurs.

Open Mic Stand-up • Fri. and Sat.: Nationally Touring Comedians. 5/12: NY comedian Kenny Zimlinghaus @ 8pm. Doors open @ 7pm. • 5/14 15, 21, 22: Comedy By The Beach presents Port City’s Top Comic Competition, preliminary rounds.

Doors, 8pm, showtime 9pm. $5 • 5/30: All-female comedic troupe Ovary Action performs $8 Doors @ 8pm, show time @ 9pm. 255 N. Front St, basement of Soapbox. www.nuttstreet.com • 910-520-5520

Music/Concerts NC BOYS CHOIR NC Boys Choir will be presented in concert on 5/15, 7:30pm at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 1401 S. College Rd. (corner of Peachtree and College Road). One of the relatively few existing boy choirs in this country, the nearly 100 total members of the organization sing from Palestrina, Bach, Mozart, Britten, and Bernstein, in several languages. The members of the boy choir range in ages, from 9-15 and are currently under the full time direction of William Graham.

919.-489-0291 or www.ncboyschoir.org.

CAROLINA COURTYARD PARK A series of free outdoor concerts will be offered every Tues. in May at noon in the Carolina Courtyard Park, next to Main Library, 201 Chestnut St. Bring a lunch and a blanket or folding chair and enjoy the music! 5/11: Mark Siegel, jazz guitar • 5/18: Mark Herbert, original songs for kids • 5/25: Rick Courtney, country music. Free, courtesy of the artists and the Friends of the Library. More concerts planned for June. 7986301. Free parking for use of the Main Library is available in the deck next to the library.

RAD FEST See pages 18-19.

MUSIC ON THE TOWN Mayfaire Music on the Town returns for its 2010 season. Bring coolers (beer/wine is welcome), picnic baskets, chairs, friends and family to start the weekend off right! Chick-Fil-A will be at the concerts every Friday for an easy pick-me up dinner. Plus, Jumpin Party Rentals will be out with three moon bounce castles, cotton candy and snow cones for the kids (for a small fee). Fee parking and dogs are welcome! Behind HH Gregg Schedule: 5/14: Blivet (eclectic rock) • 5/21: LShape Lot (Americana, roots rock) • 5/28: Jam Sandwich (Southern rock) MUSIC AT FIRST Music at First presents the annual solo concert of pianist Domonique Launey on Sun., 5/16, 5pm. Concert features program of the music of composer Frédéric Chopin, in honor of the bicentennial of the composer’s birth. Ms. Launey will be joined by chamber orchestra and conductor Stephen Errante, conductor of the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra, in a performance of Chopin’s “Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor.” Free; donations appreciated. www.firstonthird.org, or 910-762-6688.

CAROLINA VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE Carolina Vocal Arts Ensemble, directed by Stephen Field, will present its spring concert “A Night at the Opera” on Sat. 5/22 at 8pm and Sun. 5/23 at 4pm. The concert will include great choruses from famous operas. The Ensemble will be assisted by guests Elisabeth MacKay Field, soprano and Wes Rickard, tenor. First Christian Church at 2035 Oleander Drive. Tickets will be required for admission but will be free to the public. Donations to support CVAE’s commitment to musical excellence for the community will be gratefully accepted. 910-960-SING (7464) or www.carolinavocalarts.org.

CAPE FEAR CHORDSMEN The Cape Fear Chordsmen’S 22nd annual Barbershop Harmony show on 5/22, Kenan Auditorium, UNCW. Barbershop Harmony Society will host “Lunch Break,” a hilarious comedy quartet coming in from Nashville, as part of the show. Feat. songs from the chorus, chapter quartets, a female quartet, and a pair of local high-school quartets. Plenty of variety of sound and sure to be lots of laughs and great entertainment. 2pm pm matinee and a 7:30pm evening show. Tickets are $12-15 for adults and $5 for children & students. Wally Bader : 313-2584 or www.capefearchordsmen.com.

WE FEST 5 satages only $1! 101 bands from all over the country performing, on-site art, poetry, art exhibit, dance, film, open paint mural, book signing and more! Thurs., 5/27: 3p-3a; Fr., 5/28: 12p-3a; Sat., 5/29: 12p-3a; Sun., 5/30: 12p-3a; Mon, 5/31 3p2a. Showcases brought to you by: Ninjatronics,

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Bootleg Magazine, Encore Magazine, Broken Wings Productions, The Artbox, Art Soup, Eskimo Kiss Records, The Beat Magazine, Carl Kruger, Me Can I Kill, Mz. Metal, Forward Motion Dance, Performer Magazine. www.wefestival.com or www. soapboxlive.com

com/ThriveStudiosNC ARTISTS NEEDED Artists and craftsmen needed for 6th annual Artists Aid the Animals art show and sale, held 6/5-6, at the Elks Club at 5102 Oleander Drive. Art or craft does not have to be animal related. 80 participants welcom, first-come, first-served. normat@ bellsouth.net with cc to liefrog@aol.com with “Art and Craft Show” in subject.

Application: http://pchsdreams.org.

Gloria: 799-5401.

WILMINGTON CHORAL SOCIETY 5/29 at 7pm, the Wilmington Choral Society will perform John Rutter’s Magnificat, a tremendous large-scale work for both chorus and orchestra, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1403 Market St. Tickets are free and available at the door, or call 910-254-1044 for reservations. Sponsorship opportunities are available: a fully tax-deductible donation of $150 provides for one of 18 chamber musicians. 910-254-1044.

SILVER COAST ART OPENING The Silver Coast Winery is proud to display the works of Suzanne C. Hunady through 6/14. Sue’s work reflects talent in several mediums including but not limited to Water Colors and Acrylics. Silver Coast Winery is a full winemaking facility housing an eclectic art gallery, unique gift shops, with beautiful picnic grounds. Private parties as well as corporate parties and weddings are welcome. Tours and Tastings on Mon.-Sat. from 11am–6pm and on Sun. from 12-5pm. Visit www.silvercoastwinery. com or call 910 287 2800.

CAPE FEAR CHORALE The Cape Fear Chorale, under the direction of Jerry Cribbs, is currently accepting new members for Fall 2010. 910-791-2121 or www.capefearchorale. org to request information.

Dance TANGO Learn the Argentinian dance that focuses on the connection between partners—fun, professional, positive instruction. Couples only. Cost is $15 per couple per class. Wilmington Athletic Club on Fridays @ 6:15. www.surfertango.com • New intro series is starting at CAM in June!

WILMINGTON BALLET COMPANY TEA PARTY Join the Wilmington Ballet Company at our Fairy Princess Tea Party and Ballet featuring Wilmington’s very own princess ballerinas, on Sat. 5/15 at 1pm and 3pm at the Scottish Rite Temple. Tickets are $30 each, all profits benefitting the Wilmington Ballet Company. www.wilmingtonballetcompany. org; 910-547-3032.

TANGO WILMINGTON Wed.: Porters Neck Yoga & Spa, 8044 Market St. Beginners Lesson, 7:30PM ($3 for lesson). Practice aession 8-10pm ($3 for practice) • Friday: Carolina Lounge of Ramada Inn, 5001 Market St., 7:309:30pm ($5 to the barman). Beginners’ lesson, 7:30pm. • May Workshop and Milongas w/Edie and Mason: Memorial Day Weekend Workshop plus the evening Milongas. Ellen at Wed/Fri functions. tango.wilmington@gmail.com THE CIRCLE Free form movement every Friday, 6-7:30pm at Dance Cooperative 118 s.17th st. Free or $5 donation suggested albanelved@albanelved.com.

No experience needed. www.albanelved.com BABS MCDANCE NEW SCHEDULE West Coast Swing: Mon. 6-7pm • Rumba: Mon. 7-8pm • Basic Shag: Tues. 6-7pm • Night Club Two Step: Tues. 7-8pm • Basic Salsa: Tues. 7-8pm • Progressing Salsa: Tues. 8-9:30pm • Swing & Lindy: Wed. 6-7pm • Cha Cha: Wed. 7-8pm • Mambo: Wed. 8-9:30pm • Waltz: Thursdays 67pm • Progressing Shag: Thurs. 7-8pm • Foxtrot: Thurs. 7-8pm • Argentine Tango: Thurs. 8-9:30pm.

Check out full schedule at babsmcdance.com.

CAROLINA LOUNGE DANCE LESSONS Tues.: Shag Night. Free Shag Lessons with Brad White. Beginner 7:30pm, Intermediate 8pm.

Dancing till 11pm. $5 cover. • Thurs.: Ladies Night.

Free Line Dance Lessons with Barbara Braak 7:30pm. 5 cover. • Fri.: Salsa Night. Begins with Argentine Tango Lessons, 7:30pm. $5 cover. Salsa Lessons, 9:30pm & DJ Lalo. Open till 2:30am. • Sat.: Beach & Shag DJ, 7:30pm, Salsa, 11pm till close. Carolina Lounge, 910 791-7595.

FIREHOUSE STUDIO BELLY DANCING Bellydance Classes at the Firehouse Pilates Studio, Mon. nights. Private and semi-private, $50 for an hour and a half instruction and $30 a piece for two people for same duration. divyawaters@yahoo. com or 910-620-3566.

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

Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Carolina Beach, NC 620-4025 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 WILMINGTON SALSA CLUB Salsa Lessons, 8:30pm, Wed., Garibaldi Night Club, 4418 Market St., Wilmington, NC • 8pm, Fridays, Sywanyk’s Night Club 222 Henderson Ave., Jacksonville, NC. Dawn: (910) 471-6809 DANCE LESSONS AT CAROLINA LOUNGE Tues, 7:30pm, shag lessons with Brad and DJ Lee Pearson. • Fri., 7:30pm, Tango workshop with Paula. 9:30pm, salsa lessons with DJ Lalo. • Line Dancing lessons with DJ Lee and instructor Barbara Braak 7:30pm. Cover charge $5, lesson free. • Sat., Latin ryhthm. Doors open 9pm. 5001-a Market St, (910) 790-8598

Art THE KEY PROJECT Wabi Sabi Warehouse, 19 N. Front St., will host “Keys Show,” a juried exhibition of artwork inspired by keys, through 6/12. Both symbolic and literal, artwork submitted had only two stipulations: It must fit through the door and must not attract vermin. The key theme was wide open to interpretation, and artists really went for it. Typewriter keys, genetic keys, piano key, furry speed dating keys, etc.

Media include: glass film clay iron paint (all kinds) book handmade paper charcoal words felted wool linoleum wood silk copper cardboard and of course, keys! Courtney Lenz Moody will be serving her ‘“Key Cake,” an interpretation of the traditional Mardi Gras ‘King Cake’, and Perry Smith will be performing his contribution, “Songs in Keys’.” The celebrated Shaun R. Mitchell will demonstrate a rap while eating key lime pie- what a scene! Jude Eden will play her cello and sing about keys, and we’ll have a few other surprises.

ARTISTS/PROOF An exhibition of works by current and recent CFCC printmaking students (and instructor Ben Billingsley) hangs at Parallelogram through 5/23, with opening reception on 5/14, 7-10pm. Features black-and-white and color prints, diverse subject matter and images created with a broad range of techniques including: woodcut, linocut, drypoint, mezzotint, engraving, etching, aquatint, monotypes and monoprints. 523 S. 3rd St. 910-763-5423. www.parallelogram.com BIG PRINT BLOCK PARTY & ART FESTIVAL 5/22: 9am-4pm. Cape Fear Blvd. East Block,

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Carolina Beach. Free and open to the public. 14 artists will be bringing their 4x8 foot woodcuts and printing them onto fabric, live in the street with a 3 ton steamroller. Visiting artist Julia Morrisroe will be printing 2- 4x8 foot blocks as an 8x8 foot diptych. There will also be local artists and crafters exhibiting their work alongside this event. We will have some free art projects for the kids such as Gyotaku also known as Japanese fish printing. www.capefearpress.com 910-458-4647.

FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHTS Fourth Friday Gallery Nights 2010, 6-9pm on the fourth Friday of each month: 5/28. No admission.

All ages. Several downtown galleries, studios and art spaces will open their doors to the public in an after-hours celebration of art and culture. The Art Walk is a self-guided tour featuring exhibitions of various artistic genres including oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, photography, metals, ceramics, mixed media and more. Includes opening receptions, artist discussions, live music, wine, food and other traditional art-activities; wilmingtonfourthfridays.com.

20/20 FILTERS OF LIGHT AND INSIGHT 20/20 Filters of Light and Insight: art work with a pulse. (With vibrational Effects thanks to complementary 3D glasses.) ACME Art Studios.

711 N. 5th St., 5/28, 6-9pm. Entertainment and performance art collaboration will be provided by:Crystal Bright and The Silver Hands. Private viewing of work available by appt.:Grey Pascal.

336-327-4734 or volcanodweller@hotmail.com.

COUNTERTRANSFERENCE Group exhibition “Countertransference” will have an opening reception Fri., 5/28, at UNCWs Cultural Arts Building from 5-7pm.

Each of the 10 artists involved address social issues ranging from the economic downturn to our interaction with the environment or local communities. Exhibitionavailable for viewing through 8/6, Mon-Thurs, noon-4pm. Artists: Lauren Frances Adams, Dan Brawley, Anne Brennan, Mei Ling Cann, Jonathan Cobbs, Adam Jacono, Abby Spangel Perry, Dixon Stetler, Jim Tisnado, and Jan-Ru Wan. Curated by Michael Webster. 601 S. College Road, 910-962-3440.

THRIVE STUDIOS “Hello...Exhibition” currently on display, featuring Thrive Studio artists. • The Miniature Art Show ill be held Sat., 5/29th, 7- 11pm. 6622 Gordon Rd. Unit N • www.facebook.com/pages/Wilmington-NC/ Thrive-Studios/272329281091 • www.myspace.

CALL TO AUTHORS Art Soup, a non-profit arts organization in Wilmington, NC is currently seeking published or self-published authors and poets to participate in an annual, large outdoor arts festival, Sat. 9/11.

The Wilmington Art Walk is an artist market throughout the streets of the historic downtown area, featuring visual artists, crafts, music and more. Literary participants are welcome to sell and sign copies of current or previous work at individual booths in a special section of the festival dedicated to writers. Spaces available at a discounted rate of $35 per participant. Call 910-620-2047 or email info@art-soup.org.

BOTTEGA EVENTS CALENDAR EXHIBIT: The Rad Fest Art Exhibit: Displaying all original pieces of six artists known for their artistic works and involvement in independent music and culture across the country, including Richard Minino of Horsebites Design, Jana Miller, Craig Horky, Joshua Mikel of Sharkguts Design, Lauren Denitzio of Black and Red Eye, Chason Huggins and Joelle Andres. Art will be on display through 6/6th, with opening reception on Thurs. May 13th from 6-9pm to correspond with the kick-off weekend of Wilmington’s first Rad Fest music festival • EVENTS: World Music Mon. and Open Paint and Create (bring art in progress). • Staring Artist Night and Sting and Bitch, 6pm, Tues. • Wed. Weekly Wine Tastings • Call to artists: Currently taking submissions for summer’s exhibitions—New works created by our animal loving artists. Those who have been inspired by a pet or any animal that has been a companion, even if only for a moment, are encouraged to submit. Please note, we are not necessarily looking for images of these animals specifically (although that is fine too) but think of other ways to express these memories (a park, their toy, fire hydrant, etc…) All styles, medium & creative processes welcome.Submit by 5-10 jpeg images by 5/15. Proceeds from this exhibition will be donated to local shelters. • Looking for pieces for a watercolor exhibit. Anything goes. Please also submit 5-10 jpeg images by 7/15. 208 N. Front St. 910-763-3737. bottegagallery.com. llery & Art Bar, 208 N. Front St. 910.763.3737, www.bottegagallery.com, www.myspace.com/ bottegagallery.

PORT CITY POTTERY & FINE CRAFTS Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts, Cotton Exchange in downtown Wilmington, w/ handmade, one-ofa-kind, 3-D art, crafts and more by jury-selected coastal North Carolina artisans. Open: Mon.-Sat., 10-5:30pm; Sun., 11-4pm. 307 N. Front St./7637111, portcitypottery.com

Museums NC AQUARIUM Pre-register for all programs! EVENTS: Aquarist Apprentice: 5/22, 2pm; 5/29, 2pm. Find out

what it is like to be responsible for the aquarium critters. Join staff on a behind-the-scenes tour, learn about our animals and their diets, and assist our staff in the preparation of food and feeding of some of our animals. Limited participants; wear close-toed shoes and be prepared to smell fishy.

Ages 10 and up; ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $25/participant.

Aquarium admission included. • Behind the Scenes Tour: 5/13, 11:30am; 5/16, 2pm; 5/23, 2pm; 5/27, 11:30am; 5/30, 2pm. Accompany aquarium staff on a guided tour of animal quarantine, life support, food preparation, and access areas. Limited to10 participants. Children under 8 not permitted; ages 8-14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Fee: $15/ participant. Aquarium admission included. • Breakfast w/the Fishes: 5/29, 8am.

Get a sneak peek at the aquarium before it opens for the day. Coffee, juice, pastries and bagels are provided for guests, and participants feed some of our aquarium critters! C Fee: $15 (includes the admission for the day). $5 for children ages 2-5.

NC Aquarium Society Members pay $7/participant.

• Children’s Discovery Time: 5/14, 10am, Turtles; 5/27, 10am, Amphibians: Creatures come alive in this story-telling and critter-creating program.

For pre-school children. Fee: $5/child; parents pay admission only. • Daddy and Me: 5/22, 9am.

Dads and children interact and learn together about aquarium animals, and enjoy free playtime in our Freshwater Wonders Room, which will be reserved just for program participants. Kids ages 1-3. Fee: $13/adult and child ($1 ea. add. child) Admission included • Mommy and Me: 5/29, 9am.

Moms and children interact and learn together about aquarium animals, and enjoy free playtime in our Freshwater Wonders Room, which will be reserved just for program participants. Kids ages 1-3. Fee: $13/adult and child ($1 ea. add. child).

Admission included • Sea Squirts Breakfast and Playtime with the Fishes: 5/28, 8am. Toddlers and parents invited to come explore the aquarium from 8-9am before open doors to the general public. Kids ages 1-3 will get to meet some of our animal friends up-close, hear a fishy story, and have playtime in our Freshwater Wonders Room. Fee: $15 (includes the admission for the day). $5/children ages 2-3. Members pay $7/participant. • Ft. Fisher Hermit’s School of Common Sense: 5/23, 3pm.

Join aquarium staff to watch the award winning documentary, “The Fort Fisher Hermit: The Life & Death of Robert E. Harrill,” and take a walk in the Hermit’s footsteps out through the marsh to the bunker where he lived. Ages 15 and up.

Fee: $18 w admission, $10 w/o. • Salt Marsh and Crabbing: 5/16, 3pm; 5/30, 3pm. Handson program that introduces participants to the challenge of catching blue crabs; lessons in biology and crabbing equipment prepare participants for an exciting expedition outdoors to catch (and release) crabs. All equipment is provided. Ages 7 and up. Ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $16/participant, $8 for members.

Admission included. • Surf Fishing Workshop: 5/22, 9am. 3-hour workshop includes one hour of classroom discussion, then surf fishing on the beach nearby. All equipment provided; rain or shine, with extra activities added in event of bad weather (e.g., throwing a cast net). Ages 10 and up. Fee: $12/participant.

Admission not included. 910-458-7468; 900 Loggerhead Rd. Kure Beach. www.ncaquariums. com ABRAHAM LINCOLN: SELF-MADE IN AMERICA Abraham Lincoln traveling learning station exhibit will be at UNCW’s Randall Library through 5/20.

“Abraham Lincoln: Self-Made in America” features reproduction artifacts from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. A national traveling exhibit featuring reproduction artifacts from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois, is open to the public free of charge Exhibit covers Lincoln’s childhood, his self-education, his careers as a surveyor and lawyer, his family life, the Lincoln-Douglas Debates, the 1860 Presidential election, the Civil War, the 13th Amendment, the Emancipation Proclamation, his assassination, and other important periods and events in his life. Reproduction artifacts on display, all modeled from originals.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF WILMINGTON Our Day Camp, 8:30-12:30pm, each day for 15

children ages 4-8 years old! Special camper programs: (No extra cost). Mon., gardening; Tues., language arts; Wed., cardio chaos; Thurs., dance.

Members: $20/day, non-members: $25/day. (910) 254-3534 x 102 or camps@playwilmington.org.

• Renew your membership or decide to join and have your name put in for a Memorial Day drawing. Winner receives a weekend in Charleston, SC. Katie Daniel: kdaniel@playwilmington.org, (910) 243-3534 • www.playwilmington.org BATTLESHIP For the first time in the Battleship memorial’s history, you have the opportunity to learn about her weapons system with hands on experience at the FirePower Tour on Sat. 6/12, 10am-5pm. Explore the guns and fire control system from top to bottom through an engaging and in depth program that will intrigue and entice the true enthusiast. This day long event covers the workings of the ship’s guns and the system that enabled her to locate, pinpoint and fire upon her targets. An extensive tour, you will be able to maneuver up and down seven to nine levels of the ship as if you were a sailor in Word War II. For adults only (ages 16 and up) and not appropriate for those who may have difficulty climbing. Comfortable and washable clothing as well as sturdy, rubber-soled shoes are recommended to best enjoy the day. Cameras are certainly welcome so that you can create your own memories aboard the ship. Event cost is $95; $85 for Friends of the Battleship or active military and includes box lunch and a CD of data and images.

There are limited tickets available to those who register first by Wed. 6/9. No walk up tickets will be available. • 2nd Saturdays: History, Heritage, Arts & Fun: The fun will place at all 37 museums and Historic Sites around the state on 6/12 (feat. historical content of guns), 7/10 (artists on hand depicting maritime themes) and 8/14, including the Battleship NC. Each location for 2nd Saturdays has a theme for the monthly program, which allows a pairing of art form and site. www.ncculture. com for statewide schedule of events. Located at the junction of Highways 17/74/76/421 on the Cape Fear River across from historic downtown Wilmington. Hours: 8am-5pm (Labor Day to Memorial Day Weekend) and 8am-8pm (Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day). Ticket sales stop one hour before closing. Visit us at www.battleshipnc. com or follow us on facebook and twitter.

5/14: JAZZ AT THE MANSION

The Bellamy Mansion hosts ‘Jazz at the Mansion,’ in part with the Cape Fear Jazz Society. On the 14th, they welcome the relaxing sounds of Grenoldo Frazier. Bring a blanket and relax on the lawn, as wine is provided

by Silver Coast Winery. Show lasts from 6-8pm, and the cost is only $8 for members of $12 general admission.

For more info visit www.bellamymansion.org or call (910) 251-3700.

CAMERON ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS: North Carolina Collects: The Real McCoy. Through 9/12 is the first in a series of exhibitions featuring private collections of North Carolina collectors.The exhibition will feature cookie jars, vases and decanters ranging from the 1930’s to the 1970’s and will include rare, one-of-akind examples of McCoy pottery. • Kaleidoscope: Changing Views of the Permanent Collection, through 5/9. Features selected paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures, photographs, furniture, decorative arts and other objects drawn from the museum’s permanent collection. The exhibition’s configuration will change throughout the year, as individual works are rotated. • Recollection: The Past Is Present, through 6/20. The exhibition’s visual and thematic referencing of the past while being rooted firmly in the present connects the art work of Amalia Amaki, Lillian Blades and Beverly Buchanan to the historical-tinged quilts

by African American women in the exhibition.•

EVENTS: Forward Motion Dance Company Thurs., 5/20, 7-8pm. members: $5/non-members: $8. Inspired by the exhibition Recollection: The Past is Present choreographer Tracey Varga and Forward Motion Dance Company have created a new work with musical inspiration and guidance from composer, arranger, and performer Grenoldo Frazier. • “Kid”cademy: Wed., 3:30-4:30pm, through 5/12. Ages 6 to 10. Limited enrollment, 8 students per session. Members $60, Nonmembers: $90. Students explore the galleries and make exhibition-inspired artwork. • Kids @ CAM, 5/15, noon-3pm. $3/child (family membership), $5/child (non-members), adults free. Afternoon of creativity and imagination! Make art you can take home, explore our exhibitions, fun for the whole family! Parental supervision required; no pre-reg. necessary.• CLASSES: Yoga, every Thurs., noon, $5 members, $8 non-members. • Tai Chi, every Wed., noon, $5 members, $8 non-members per class • Life Drawing, Tues, 6-9pm, 5/25-6/29. $70/6-wk. session—meet in Reception Hall. Easels and tables provided. Participants must have own drawing materials—dry drawing materials and watercolors can be used in this space • Hand and Wheel Pottery Techniques: Mon/Wed, 5/31-7/21, 9am-noon, $250. Evening classes: Tues./Thurs.: 6/1-7/22, 5:30-8:30pm, $250. Hiroshi Sueyoshi teaches handbuilding, wheel throwing, glazing and finishing techniques. Class size is limited.

Open to all skill levels, ages 16+. • Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Regular museum hours: Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri: 11am-2pm, Sat/Sun: 11am-5pm.Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid student ID card, $3 Children age 2 -12. cameronartmuseum. com or 910-395-5999.

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, itfocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action. EVENTS: 5/14: Opening night of ‘Jazz at The Mansion,’ a collaborative concert series with the Cape Fear Jazz Society. Relax on the mansion lawn and listen to the classic jazz sounds of Grenoldo Frazier. Wine provided by Silver Coast Winery.

6-8pm. $8 members; $12 general admission.

Season passes available. • 5/17: Mon. at the Mansion w/Len Rogoff on his book “Down Home: Jewish Life in North Carolina,” in collaboration with the Temple of Israel • 5/20: Preservation Celebration cocktail party at 10 S. 5th Ave.; wonderfully restored, historic Williams House.

910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM Cool down in front of “Anaconda Splash” exhibit in the indoor tropical jungle. See, photograph and even touch rare animals assembled from all over the planet in beautiful simulations of their natural environments. Meet colorful jungle birds, crocodiles, king cobras, black mambas and many more. Open from 11am-5pm, Sat. from 11am-6pm.

20 Orange St. at Front. (910) 762-1669 or www. capefearserpentarium.com.

LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. 126 S. Third St. Adults $8, children $4. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for more than 130 years. Interests and activities for all ages including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively children’s area, and spectacular scale models.

Housed in an original 1882 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level.

Groups receive special guided tours. Facilities

can also be booked for meetings or mixers, accommodating groups of up to 150. Admission only $6 for adults, $5 for seniors/military, $3 for children 2-12, and free under age 2. Located at the north end of downtown at 505 Nutt St. 910763-2634 or www.wrrm.org.

CAPE FEAR MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Conservation Matters: Explore the art and science of artifact conservation. Discover what it is, who does it, and why it matters to museums. A selection of beautifully conserved furniture and other objects from the Museum’s permanent collection will be on display. • Going To The Movies: Experience the history of a century of movie-going in the Lower Cape Fear region. Explore where people went to the movies.

Discover how the theater experience has changed over the years. Watch some of the first films local residents may have seen. • Cape Fear Treasures: Drink—Glimpse a selection of drinking vessels, as you explore treasures from Cape Fear Museum’s permanent collection. From 18th-century bottles to fancy teapots to modern-day souvenir mugs, discover objects that help tell the stories of liquid consumption through time. • 9am-5pm Tues-Sat. and 1-5pm, Sun. Admission is $6 for adults; $5 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $5 special military rate with valid military ID; $3 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3.

Museum members are always free. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sunday of each month. 814 Market St. WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM 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. 303 West Salisbury Street. wbmuseum.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 streets. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. www. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

Sports/Recreation HALYBURTON NATURE PROGRAMS Free, pre-reg rqd. 4099 S. 17th Street 910-3410075 or www.halyburtonpark.com. Ages 16 and up!• Birding by Ear, 5/13, 9am -4pm. Join educator Mike Campbell of the N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission and park naturalist Andy Fairbanks to learn the songs and calls of resident and migratory birds. Useful tips, tricks and mnemonics will be provided to help with identification. We’ll start in the classroom and then test your skills in the field at Greenfield Lake, Carolina Beach State Park and Ft. Fisher. Free but pre-reg. is rqd. • Fossil Hunt (ages 6-10), 5/13, 1:30-3pm. Get a closer look at remnants of the past as you discover the remains of different animals that had been hidden beneath the sea for millions of years; until now.

Each student will receive some fossil dirt to sift through in search of fossils. All findings are yours to keep. $3/participant • Backyard Birding and Feeding, 5/22, 9:30-11am. Each season invites new visitors to your backyard. Some remain all year round, while others migrate great distances. Join a park naturalist into the world of birds and discover what tasty treats and feeders will attract these fantastic creatures each season. Discover how you could build your own backyard bird oasis. Age 10 and up. $3/participant • Snake and Turtle Feeding: 5/12. 4-4:30pm. Enjoy a brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Events Center and then watch them feed. At least one snake and a turtle will be fed during the demonstration. Age: 3 and up. $1/participant.

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SEASIDE SOCCER CLASSIC 5/22-23: 17th annual Seaside Soccer Classic, a youth soccer championship sanctioned by the North Carolina Youth Soccer Association. Hosted by the Cape Fear Soccer Association, the classic provides a fun, safe and competitive opportunity for teams of all levels. Championship open to all club teams that regularly participate in challenge and classic league play, including up to 300 teams from North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Georgia this year. Mandatory registration takes place at Courtyard by Marriott on Van Campen Blvd., 5/21, 6-9pm. Registration available: www. capefearsoccer.com. 910-392-0306 or email tournaments@capefearsoccer.com or visit www. capefearsoccer.com.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH PARKS AND REC Tennis Lessons: offered for Tots ages 6-8, Youth ages 9-12, as well as adults. Group lessons meet on Mon/Wed at the Wrightsville Beach Park tennis courts. Other days available for your group of 6 or more w/tennis pro Jackie Jenkins. Wrightsville Beach residents $55 / Non-residents $70. • Ladies’ Single Tennis Ladder and Men’s Single Tennis Ladder: 5/24-9/3. Wrightsville Beach residents $20 / Non-residents $25. • Surf, Sun, Sand: 30th annual Surf-Sun-Sand Celebration will be held on Sat, 6/5, beginning at 8:30am, on the beach strand near the Oceanic Pier. Activities include a 6-person and 4-person co-ed volleyball tourney and a 2-person bocce ball tourney. Registration opens 4/12. Tourney fee/team: $100 for New Hanover County residents and $125 for non. Fee to enter tournament: $40 for New Hanover County residents and $50 for non-residents. • Programs for Adults: co-ed softball, flag football, basketball, low impact aerobics, pilates, yoga, boot camp, bridge and shag lessons. (910) 256-7925 for further information. • Introduction to Kayaking: 5/14, 7-9pm. Topics will include kayak safety, PFD (personal flotation devices), equipment, water access, tours and maps. 256-7925 PIRATE ADVENTURE CRUISES Come on a 2-hr. pirate adventure and sail the high seas with a nationally recognized storyteller and pirate expert, Captain Timothy Dillinger, author of “The Pick Pocket Pirate.” Tour Banks Channel, Mott’s Creek, the Intracoastal Waterway, and Money Island; Pirate Cruises depart the Blockade Runner Hotel dock on Wrightsville Beach, Thurs., 3:30pm. Joe: 910-200-4002.

GREENFIELD IPOD TOUR Cape Fear River Watch is proud to announce the launching of a new self-guided podcast boat tour on Greenfield Lake. Tour educates the public about the history, culture and recreational attributes present at Greenfield Lake. www.cfrw.us. Joe: 910-200-4002 or joe@cfrw.us

Film CINEMATIQUE Cinematique returns to Thalian Hall Main Theater.

All screenings at 7:30, $7 (unless otherwise noted). • 5/12: The Last Station, with Helen Mirren, Christopher Plummer, and Paul Giamatti.

Special night with Thalian’s Grand Re-Opening Reception: refreshments from 6:30 to 7:30pm, and an opportunity for the audience to view the extraordinary detail of the historic theater renovation. Distinguished UNCW Professor of Russian history, Dr. Susan McCaffray, will introduce the film and provide a brief insight into Tolstoy’s Russia. Suggested donation: $15. Also shown at 7:30pm on 25-26, $7. • The North Face, 5/31-6/2, tells the true story of four men who attempted to climb the almost vertical north face of the Eiger peak in the Swiss Alps in 1936. Combating bad weather, rock slides and avalanches, the men fight for survival on a mountain of cruel beauty.

121 minutes. Not rated. In German with English subtitles.

SEX AND THE CITY PREMIERE PARTY Grab your girlfriends (and your Mr. Big) and get your fix at the official Sex and the City Premiere Party, hosted by Wilmington’s “Style Girl” Jess James, at Homewood Suites in Mayfaire. Dess a la Carrie, Samantha, Miranda or Charlotte, and enjoy poolside “Carrie Cosmos,” Moroccan belly dancing by Samra, light bites, shopping with

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Bordeax Jewelry, Paradise Yoga and, of course, fabulous prizes for “Best Dressed” Sex and the City-style stars! 5/27: 5:30-10pm. Movie Times: 7pm & 10:10pm. Party ticket: $5 in advance online (http://stylegirljessjames.com) / $10 at the door.

FREE MOVIES AT THE LAKE Every Sunday night in the summer, the Carolina Beach Lake Park comes alive with activity as families from all areas bring their lawn chairs and blankets and spend an evening together under the stars watching some of the best hit movies around.

The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce is on the cutting edge offering a line up which includes three 2010 Academy Award nominated films as well as films that have yet to be released to the public. This year’s line up includes: 5/30 Avatar.

Chamber of Commerce hosts food drive ea. wk. benefiting a local charity, so bring nonperishable food to donate. Films are free and open to the public. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, cotton candy and other popular concessions are available.

Kids Stuff MARINE SCIENCE AND ART CAMP Half day program delights children with a hands on sea life experience in the safety of The Montessori classrooms and outside environment. Water safety issues are explored with a child friendly approach.

Art projects,experiments and music go hand in hand with each “sea critter” or environmental topic that is introduced. Sea life offered by Hieronymus Fishing Charters. Ages 3-6 years. We will work with your vacation schedule. Lhieronymus@aol.com.

UPPER ROOM THEATRE CO. SUMMER CAMP The Upper Room Theatre Company has announced the summer camp schedule for its Kids’ Musical Theatre (KMT). The camp, intended for children and teens in first through eighth grade, will take place from 6/28-7/27. The program will run from 9am-1pm daily in the Lutheran Church of Reconciliation’s Ministry Center, 7500 Market St. The camp schedule is as follows: 6/28-7/2: Hannah Montana; 7/5-9, Peter Pan; 7/12-16, The Lion King; and 7/19-23, Annie. $15 one-time, non-refundable registration fee for individuals; $25 one-time, nonrefundable registration fee for siblings (one fee covers two siblings) plus $95 per week. A 10% discount is offered if sibling attends the same week of Camp KMT. Scholarships are available on as needed basis. Contact Kate Santhuff, KMT Camp Director, at info@upperroomtheatre.org or call (910) 686-9203.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH CAMPS Soccer Camp: (Ages 3-12) Wrightsville Beach Parks and Rec. hosts Challenger Sports, British Soccer Camp. Two, five-day camps that meet Mon-Fri, 6/21-25 and 7/19-23 at Wrightsville Beach Park. Fee includes a soccer ball and a T-shirt. Fees and times vary depending on age. • Lacrosse Camp (Ages 11-14, rising 5th – 8th grades) Cape Fear Academy Head Coach Paul Gilbert leads this 5-day Summer Lacrosse Camp at Wrightsville Beach Park. His team of instructors includes local area middle school and high school coaches. Camp will consist of stick skills, and drills teaching proper catching and throwing. 6/28-7/2, 5-8pm. Wrightsville Beach residents $140 / Non-residents $175. • Tennis Camp: (Ages 8-11) 4-day camp for youth emphasizes sound fundamentals, from grips and proper footwork to stroke production and movement. 6/28-7/1, 9am-noon, at the Wrightsville Beach tennis courts. Wrightsville Beach residents $120 / Non-residents $150. • Performance Club: Directed by LJ Woodard. Session dates, times and fees vary depending on age. All supplies and a daily snack are included in the fee. • Art Camp taught by local artists, Susan Tharin & Julia Jensen, exploring a variety of crafting and art techniques including composition, design and color concepts. Students will get hands on experience in painting, bead making, mosaic glasswork, wirework and much more! Camps meet 9am-noon, in the Fran Russ Recreation Ctr, located in Wrightsville Beach Park. All supplies and a daily snack are included in the fee. SESSIONS: for ages 7 and up, 6/21 – 25 or 7/12 – 16, Wrightsville Beach residents $130/ Non-residents $160. • Cotillion: (Ages 4*-8) Cape Fear Cotillion Manners Camp with Tracee Meyer. We will be making manners

fun with games, crafts and activities, on the tennis/basketball courts practicing sportsmanship, learning ballroom & popular dances, and serving lunch to practice our table manners every day!

You will come away from this camp with skills that will last a lifetime! (*4 year olds who are entering Kindergarten in the fall are eligible) 7/26-30, 9amnoon, at the Wrightsville Beach Recreation Center.

Wrightsville Beach residents $140 / Non-residents $175. • Concerts in the Park: Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation Department will host several WECT Sounds of Summer Concerts in Wrightsville Beach Park, Thurs, 6/10, 24, 7/8 July 8 and 9/5, 6:30-8pm. (In the event of rain, concerts will be held the following Thursdays.) Bring a picnic and enjoy a music-filled day in the park.

Readings/Lectures POMEGRANATE BOOKS Thurs. 5/13: Reading and booksigning w/Emily Herring Wilson: “Becoming Elizabeth Lawrence: Discovered Letters of a Southern Gardener,” 7pm.

Emily Wilson uses previously unpublished letters, from the 1930s and ‘40s, that Elizabeth wrote to her older friend and mentor, Ann Preston Bridgers.

• Sat. 5/15: Reading and booksigning w/Jessica Saint-Cloud & the Spyglass of the Caribbean, by T.E. Anstead, 3pm. As a father of two daughters, he wanted a contemporary literary heroine who could rely upon her own wits, strength, and integrity to solve mysteries and survive in the modern world:16-year-old Jessica Saint-Cloud. A Nancy Drew-meets-Indiana Jones type character, she uncovers a mystery in Barbados. • Thurs.

5/20: Poetry Bomb, 7pm. The Poetry Bomb is a former U.S. military practice bomb. The artifact will be completely converted into a beautiful object filled with poetry from around the world.

When finished, it will have a primo paint job, a window or portal that will open and close, making it possible to not only see inside of the piece, but to take poems out at performances to read aloud, and to add future submissions. Bring poems to put in it! • Pomegranate Books, 4418 Park Ave. 910-452-1107. pomegranatenc@gmail.com, www. pombooks.net.

Classes/Workshops KAYAKING WORKSHOP Have you ever wanted to kayak but didn’t know where to start? Come check out this free workshop at Wrightsville Beach Rec. Center, Fri. 5/15 from 7-9pm. Topics will include kayak safety, PFD (personal flotation devices), equipment, water access, tours and maps. Conducted by the professionals at Hook, Line, & Paddle. For more information, call the Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation Office, 910-256-7925.

REJUICENATE One weekend, a whole new you! Cleanse your body into summer the weekend of 5/22-23. Enjoy yoga, meditation exercises, juicing, education and benefits from body cleansing, aromatherapy, and essential oils. Cost $85. Weekend cleanse will be held at Natural Therapies Institute from 10am-6pm Saturday & 10am-4pm Sunday. Brought to you by Your Life In Balance & Soil to Soul. Call 910-2648465 to register.

ECKANKAR CENTER OF WILMINGTON Eckankar Center of Wilmington, 5040 Wrightsville Ave. Workshops free. All welcome. Info: 7998356 or e-mail wilmington@eckankar-nc.org. • The Value of Chanting, 6:30-8pm: 6-Week series of free workshops, all teaching how to chant, focusing on peace and self-awareness: 5/27: Experience Divine Love; 6/3: Quiet the Mind & Ego; 6/10: Expand Your Awareness; 6/17: Contentment & Tranquility; 6/24: Have Your Own Spiritual Experiences. Drop-ins welcome.

POPLAR GROVE Classes: Pilates, Mon. 4:30-5:30pm • Glass Bead Making, Sat. 5/29, 11am-4:30pm. $175. 18 and up. • Wire Wrap Beading, third Wed. of each month 11am-12pm & Mon. 5/17, 6/21 6-7:30pm. $35 • Bracelet Making, first Wed. of ea. month 11am-12pm & Mon. 6/7 6-7:30pm. $50. • Tae Kwon-Do, Tues. & Thurs. 6-7pm. $75/month. • Self -Defense for Adults, Wed. 1-2:15pm, 5:45-7pm.

$40/4 classes. • 910-686-9518 ext. 26, www. poplargrove.com

Clubs/Notices COMBAT CONVERSATION WITH WWII VETS World War II Wilmington Home Front Heritage Coalition and UNCW Lifelong Learning presents “Combat Conversations w/World War II Veterans,” 5/12. Four veterans of ea of the armed forces describe World War II combat experiences from when they were in Europe and the Pacific at a luncheon panel sponsored by the UNCW Osher Lifelong Institute on Wed, 5/12, at 11:30am, in the Madeline Suite. Public invited. Moderated by retired Navy captain and historian Wilbur Jones.

Panelists, all area residents, include: Col. Bob Newman, USAF (Ret.), a B-17 Flying Fortress bomber pilot over Europe; Leo Bednarczyk, a Pacific LST sailor with numerous amphibious assault landings in the Pacific; Jim Flowers, a Marine Corps Pacific combat photographer; and Bob Bradicich, 28th Infantry Division, who fought in the Battles of Huertgen Forest and the Bulge.

Captain Jones will sign copies of his WWII books.

Panelists will exhibit wartime memorabilia. RSVP: 962-3195 by 5/7.

WILMINGTON SINGLES CLUB MAY EVENTS 5/14: Country Roads Band. Semi-Formal Dress.

Members $10; Guests $12. • 5/21: DJ Buddy Langley. Members $8; Guests $10. • 5/28: DJ Bobby Pearson. Members $8; Guests $10. • All events held at American Legion, Post 10. Music from 8-11pm. No shorts, miniskirts or denim jeans. Details: Kathleen @ 232-3315. www. wilmingtonsingles.blogspot.com.

CAPE FEAR INQUIRY BOARD OF DIRECTORS Cape Fear Center for Inquiry is a charter public school in it’s 10th year of operation, governed by a Board of Directors, consisting of 13 members of the community, parents and teachers. We are currently looking for new directors to fill spaces for directors who have served their term. David Ball: dball@cfci.net CALL FOR VENDORS Thalian Association seeks arts and crafts vendors for their 8th Annual Southern Coastal Bluegrass Festival to be held 9/18 and 19at Battleship Park, USS NC. Funds generated from the festival help to continue Thalian Association’s 222 year tradition of quality live theater as well as children’s theater and arts training. Vendors can apply online: www. coastalbluegrassfestival.org, or contact Pam Duncan at 919-949-1667.

YARD SALE Huge Yard Sale: Sat., 5/15, 7am-2pm at Starway Flea Market (located on Carolina Beach Rd). Proceeds go to Haiti Mission Trip. Many items, as well as baked goods, so come out and shop for a great cause. starmerrill@yahoo.com LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS League of Women Voters of the Lower Cape Fear hold their annual meeting at Temptations, 3051 Oleander Dr., 5/20, beginning with a social hour at 6pm. Everyone will order from the open menu; dinner served at 7pm. Guest speaker, Molly Beacham of Democracy North Carolina, will discuss Fair Elections Now Act, which has been introduced in both houses of Congress. Public invited; reservations should be made prior to 5/17, by emaiing Diane Michel at M1cheldt@aol.com or phoning Anne Cousineau at 392-2901.

WILMINGTON PRIDE 2010 Celebration of Wilmington LGBT community takes place in June. OutWilmington asks for community’s help in making Pride a success, by offering suggestions and or help. Host any event that can draw out the public and raise awareness in support of Pride weekend. Currently planned: 6/6: OutImpact presents American Music Award winner and multi-platinum artist Randy Jones (Original Village People Cowboy) plays Carolina Beach, NC, on the Royal Winner Princess II cruise boat, 6:45pm, $35, and net proceeds benefit CUE Center for Missing Persons; 6/12: afternoon Street Fair (interested sponsors should join us and gain local support); 6/12 evening: Dinner and a show at St. Jude’s for $20/ person, more details coming soon. info@outwilmington.com

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