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MUSIC>> A lot of rock, soul and everything in between comes out of Muscle Shoals, including singer-songwriter Rob Aldridge who’s traveling to the Port City with a fresh band and fresh tunes.

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NEWS>>LIVE LOCAL

LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL:

The ghost of Adlai Stevenson gives Gwenyfar perspective for post-election blues from the apparition in embarrassment. “Or have you?”

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

I shook my head, took a deep breath. “He’s right. I’m sorry I’m not very good at listening.

The truth is we are—were—probably too alike to hear each other. Please, give him my apologies when you see him.”

Stevenson nodded. “I will. What you said just now, that’s probably true of more people than most of us realize...”

I smiled at him. “Alright, let’s talk sense to the American people, or to Gwenyfar. I guess I’m willing to listen, but Mr. Stevenson, or would you prefer Governor? Or Mr. Ambassador?”

“Adlai is fine.”

“Adlai,” I nodded. “Well, I’m not so certain the American people want to talk sense right now.”

“It always feels that way after an election; emotions are high.” He paused. “Perhaps I’m not the right person for you to talk to, I mean I never really mastered the soundbite or the media … I was too long-winded and thoughtful for modern politics.”

“Yes, substance really is not the name of the game in that arena. I guess I’m a little surprised to hear you say that. I mean, you came from a newspaper family, you wrote for the newspaper. I would have thought manipulating the press would be second nature for you—a skill from the family dinner table.”

“Fair enough. But you work as a writer; how good are you at sound bites? Social media and instant celebrity? Choose substance or style and I can guess which camp you are in.”

“Guilty.” I nodded. “Is that why you lost the presidency repeatedly?” I blushed with embarrassment at what had tumbled out of my mouth.

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TRY, TRY AGAIN: American politician and diplomat Adlai Stevenson is the last ghost of politicians past to visit Gwenyfar Rohler after election night. Photo courtesy of Library of Congress.

s. Rohler?” I spun around at a speed I didn’t know I could. I was supposed to be alone in

“What the hell are you doing in my house?”

I demanded. A dapper man with a receding hairline held up a hand in apology. “I’m sorry, I wasn’t trying to scare you.”

“What the hell are you doing in my house?”

I demanded again, this time a bit more menacingly (I hoped).

“Forgive me, I’m Adlai Stevenson,” he held out a hand to shake. “Your dad sent me.”

There are moments when you start to struggle with the last shreds of your sanity, and then there are moments you just surrender with head in hands and accept you’ve lost your mind. “Daddy sent you? To me? Why?” “Well, we watched with great delight your interviews with Presidents Tyler, Polk, Johnson, and Wilson … though I think you did miss a couple of key opportunities—especially with Wilson. Given the turn of events in the last

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few weeks and your general demeanor, well, your dad thought perhaps I could share some insights with you.”

“Why didn’t he come himself?” Yes, I really just asked the former governor of Illinois’ ghost why my father wasn’t haunting me from beyond the grave.

“Well, he did point out you were never very good at listening to him or taking his advice while he was alive, so he didn’t really think you would have suddenly become receptive to his opinions after death.” I looked away

“Partly,” he conceded. “I mean, running against Dwight after the war was a poor choice. Everyone wanted a war hero and ‘The Strong Man’ image played up more easily than I guess my long-winded, thoughtful addresses. Some things don’t change, do they?”

He gave me a rueful grin.

“So, how did it feel to make three tries for it and lose every time?”

“How do you think?”

“Sorry.” I apologized. “But you seemed to enjoy being ambassador to the UN.” “I was well-suited for that role,” he smiled.

“But I’m not here to discuss the UN. I’m here to talk about my failed candidacy.” My face must have looked a bit stricken because he reassured, “It’s OK. I’ve had over 50 years to come to terms with it. It’s kind of like the death of a loved one: It doesn’t heal, you just learn to live with it differently.”

I nodded and let my glance stray upward to the shelf of his bound collected papers, a mulit-volume set. Seriously, my dad was one of Stevenson’s biggest fans.

“But I’ll tell you the truth: Meeting anger with anger will get you nowhere.”

His voice brought my gaze back to him.

“Yes, there is hurt, but rather than stew in it, take it and use it to work toward something better. I know you are not a fan of the Internet—you write often enough about your qualms—but the ability to share a work of art, to use that as a tool for raising awareness, that tool has more power and reach now than it ever did before. Having discourse, discussion, disagreement, and sharing— that is essential to community and to growth.

You want to talk about political organizing?

That doesn’t happen around an election or a candidate. That happens around life, daily.”

“Sort of what we talk about in the Live Local column: It’s about the daily decisions that add up to make a difference?”

“Exactly. Don’t wait until the issue comes along that makes you mad. Live the life of purpose that works daily toward a just, equitable world. I think part of the problem is we don’t teach civics experientially. It seems to be a class about memorization, not about daily life. But that’s what civics is: daily life in America.”

documentation and the foundations of our society. Those are the things that add up, that make a difference.”

I heaved a great sigh. “It is easier to talk about it than to get up and do it.”

“Of course it is. It is even harder to face the ups and downs of life with reason, grace and class. Do you think facing Joe McCarthy was fun? But sinking to his level was out of the question. In the long run, yes, history will exonerate you, but in the short run, you will be able to look yourself in the mirror.”

“OK, now you are sounding like my father!

But, yes, I get the idea. Out of curiosity, has Daddy met up with George Wallace in the afterlife?”

I’ve never seen a ghost look embarrassed until then. “Uhm, yes. That didn’t go as well as everyone hoped. Apparently, Wallace disagreed with some things your dad wrote about him in his book. And though Lloyd liked the idea of how Wallace ... well, we considered asking George to come talk to you.

He was always better at working the media.

Somehow, we thought you might not be as receptive to his message and uhm… well, it is a more problematic relationship than I think Lloyd was prepared for. Let’s just leave it at that.”

“Uhm, OK. I think ‘problematic’ is a good adjective for Wallace, sure.”

We nodded at each other. The George Wallace biography had been a sticking point in our family life and my parents’ marriage, so somehow it didn’t surprise me it was still an issue in the afterlife.

“So, you’re done wallowing in self pity and

“Does anyone seriously think that a real traitor will hesitate to sign a loyalty oath? Of course not. Really dangerous subversives and saboteurs will be caught by careful, constant, professional investigation, not by pieces of paper. The whole notion of loyalty inquisitions is a natural characteristic of the police state, not of democracy.” —Adlai Stevenson

Sweet Potato Pie: A Home Grown Christmas

“Yes, I rather hoped ‘Hamilton’ would spark an interest in history and constitutional studies. But, I have to say, we have not seen a spike in sales of the Federalist and AntiFederalist papers or even the Constitution.”

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“You are on the frontlines, too. You would see the spike, if it happened.” He sighed.

“Access to knowledge … it’s is one the greatest rights of the American people and yet so few…” He stopped himself. “But that is what you have to do. Continue to make all information available, however obscure.

Somehow the lines of news reporting have blurred and people don’t have the same tools for understanding that.”

He paused. “Think about it: Everyday you get a chance to talk with kids in high school, community college and even adults, who are poised to learn about attributing sources,

grief, right? Pay attention, speak up, ask questions, challenge, push the envelope, and make Democracy a participation sport. Your job is not to make people comfortable; your job as a writer and bookseller is to ask questions of yourself and others.”

“Yes, I try … I try. Somedays I lose hope and perspective, but you are right, especially with what I have chosen for a living. It is about access and discourse and information and building something larger than one person. Yes.” “Good,” he nodded. “I was hoping to meet Hilda, I’ve heard so much about her. Please, tell her I send my regards.”

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“I will, and would you tell my dad—” Adlai held up a hand to interrupt me. “He already knows.”

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THE NANNY STATE

New York City officially began licensing professional fire eaters earlier this year, and classes have sprung up to teach the art so that the city’s Fire Department Explosives Unit can test for competence (if not “judgment”) and issue the “E29” certificates. In the “bad old (license-less) days,” a veteran fire eater told The New York Times in October, a “bunch of us” performed regularly for $50 a throw, largely oblivious of the dangers (though some admit that almost everyone eventually gets “badly burned”). For authenticity, the Times writer, a fire eater who dubbed herself Lady Aye, completed the licensing process herself (“as sexy as applying for a mortgage”), but declined to say whether she is awaiting bookings.

BRIGHT IDEAS

A major streetlight in the town of Pebmarsh Close, England, went out of service when a truck hit it a year ago, and despite pleas to fix it from townspeople -- and Essex county councillor Dave Harris -- no action has been taken. In October, Harris staged a “birthday party” on the site, formally inviting numerous guests, and furnishing a birthday cake -- to “celebrate” the “age” of the broken streetlight. (The shamed county highway office quickly promised action.)

Prominent British radio host Dame Jenni Murray suggested in October that the U.K. scrap traditional “sex education” courses in school and instead show pornographic videos for classes to “analyze it in exactly the same way as (they analyze Jane Austen)” in order to encourage discussion of the role of sex. Younger students might explore why a boy should not look up a girl’s skirt, but older students would view hard-core material to confront, for example, whether normal women should “shave” or make the typical screeching moans that porno “actresses” make. Dame Jenni said simply condemning pornography is naive because too much money is at stake.

At a World Cup qualifier match in October in Quito, Ecuador, police arrived during the game to question star player Enner Valencia about an unpaid alimony complaint, and he saw them waiting on the sideline. Local media reported that Valencia then faked an onfield injury near the end of the match to “necessitate” being taken away by ambulance, thus outmaneuvering the police. (He settled the complaint in time for the next match.)

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ARE WE SAFE?

The security firm Trend Micro disclosed in October its “surprise” to find, in the course of a routine investigation, that firms in several crucial sectors (nuclear power, electric utilities, defense contractors, computer chip makers) send critical alert messages via old-style wireless pagers wholly unsecured against hacking. In fact, Trend Micro said the enormously popular WhatsApp messageexchange app has better security than the alert systems of nuclear power plants. (Infrastructure engineers defended the outdated technology as useful where internet access was unavailable.)

Life Imitates Art: Security experts hired by the investment firm Muddy Waters (which is being sued for defamation by St. Jude Medical Inc. over claims that St. Jude’s cardiac implant device can be hacked) disclosed in an October court filing that they agree the devices are anonymously and maliciously hackable. They found that a popular control device (Merlin@Home) could be remotely turned off, or jiggered to carry a dangerous electrical charge from up to 100 feet away. (A similar incident was part of a plot in Season 2 of the “Homeland” TV series, as the means by which the ailing U.S. vice president was assassinated.)

WAIT, WHAT?

New York’s prestigious Bronx High School of Science enrolls some of the “best and brightest” students in the city -- some of whom (perhaps rebelling against the “nerd” label) for the last two years have held unauthorized, consensual fistfights (a “fight club”) in a field near the school, according to an October New York Daily News report. Students at the school (which has produced eight Nobel Prize winners and eight National Medal of Science honorees) then bombarded the Daily News reporter by telephone and Facebook with acrimonious, vulgar messages for placing the school in a bad light.

UNDIGNIFIED DEATHS

Mr. Nigel Hobbs, 71, passed away in Dawlish, England, in April, and an October coroner’s inquest heard that his body was found by a neighbor “swaddled” in bed linen and wearing numerous “homemade” dresses and his face covered by stockings pulled tight (but with eye holes). Underneath the coverings, his face was wrapped in polyethylene, including his mouth but not his nose, and cotton or wool was stuffed into his ears and mouth. The coroner assumed the cause of death was accidental asphyxiation.

NEWS>>OP-ED

FACING FASCISM: An apology to my differently-abled daughter

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BY: MARK BASQUILL

ear Angel Eyes,

I spent the day after the election looking at the picture of your brothers standing beside you with firm resolve in their eyes and light sabres in their hands. Because of your limitations, you weren’t able to vote, and you will always need me, or someone, to speak for you and protect you.

First, I apologize for the depth of Hillary hate and pervasiveness of misogyny. Maybe part of it is America’s love-hate relationship with family dynasties. Clearly, Clinton love is over. Maybe the general misogyny is because more men than I ever imagined are insecure.

It’s not just men. When I canvassed for Hillary the day before the election, one 27-year-old single mother and schoolteacher said she was “undecided” but also said she would vote so that her daughter grew up “safe” in a “truly great” country. Good bet she voted for the president-elect. Another college-age woman said hell would freeze over before she’d vote for godless Hillary.

Another middle-aged mom actually said she was praying to get a “real man” back in the White House. Those groups were supposed to prevent the “Orange Id” from becoming the voice of America (as was the youngish black man that told me he holds Obama personally responsible for racism and believes him to be the anti-Christ because of his support of same-sex marriage).

I apologize for the blind tribalism of my Republican family and the arrogant complacency of my Liberal friends and me.

Republicans raised the circus tent, publicly disavowed their candidate in droves, then voted for him anyway. Liberals consistently underestimate the power of the “Id” and in their fantasy storyline saw Clinton’s coronation as somehow historically inevitable.

Liberals—especially women—also failed to grasp the feelings that Bernie tapped into or pay attention to the data that had Sanders handily beating the Trump. Live by the machine. Die by the machine.

I apologize that all America combined to elect a fascist to be the face of the nation for the next few years. Fascism is that blend of hyper-nationalism, and an evil marriage of business and government under the banner a charismatic leader. Usually this messiah persuades people he is an “outsider” and

the only one that can “fix things.” Eerily familiar. ‘Til now I steered away from saying “fascism” because of its link to dark chapters in our common human history. However, partly because of the Orange Id’s anti-PC “call ‘em as you see ‘em” style I feel calling a fascist a fascist is absolutely essential.

Most Trump voters I’m friends with don’t want to build internment camps for gays, Mexicans, Syrian refugees, or the differently-abled any more than most Germans or Italians actually wanted to build Auschwitz.

Most people want food on the table and a prospect for an ever brighter future, and of course the trains to run on time. Most people that voted Trump are decent and kind and forgiving, willing to see his grandiosity, bellicosity, and ineloquence as “leadership,” and are willing to overlook threatening to shoot people on 5th Avenue, bragging about his sexual assaults, and mocking individuals with disabilities as “minor flaws.”

I apologize for our communal blindness.

We all should know that turning a blind eye to a snake won’t save you from the venom.

Finally, I apologize for my apparent pessimism. The election results reflect who we are now, not who we are destined to become. I want you to know how much your mother, your brothers, and I love you. We know that like many people you do not have a voice, cannot pull yourself up by your bootstraps, and cannot protect yourself.

We are committed to continue to speak for you and to protect you. Should they come for Roe vs. Wade, and your health care, we will fight. Should they come for the poverty level salaries of the kind souls that help us care for you, we will fight. Should they come for your special education teacher’s pay, we will fight. Should they ever come to grab you, they will have to go through us.

I have faith that Trump has the capacity for decency. Resolute, actual Republicans will reign Trump in, and rational, kind people within all political factions will prevent the election of one fascist to high office from becoming the death knell of our democracy. I’m optimistic that a small dose of the disease of Trump-brand fascism may become our vaccine against more lethal maladies.

Viva la Resistance! Keep smilin’ kid. Anakin Skywalker did bring balance to The Force ... eventually.

Love always, Pops.

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SHOWING SOME MUSCLE:

Rob Aldridge brings a price of Muscle Shoals to Port City’s Bourgie Nights BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

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ots of rock and soul has come out of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. A great deal of musical history can be attributed to Muscle Shoals Sound Studio and FAME Studio. The Rolling Stones, Etta James, Eric Clapton, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers, and countless others have emerged with nothing less than career bests and golden records.

Alabama singer-songwriter Rob Aldridge grew up about an hour east lis-

tening to a lot of Shoals-inspired soul.

He moved there right after high school in 2006 to drink from a vast well of talent and swim in it.

“The thing about Shoals is there is a very concentrated yet diverse scene of exceptional talent,” he says. “To be a part of it, you really have to put your big-boy pants on. There’s usually some kind of jam going on any given night, and I remember early on attending and being

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asked to play and just getting slayed.”

Aldridge strummed alongside the likes of guitarists Kelvin Holly (Little Richard’s band, Neil Young, Pegi Young) and Will McFarlane (Bonnie Raitt’s band). Alabama Music Hall of Fame member and bassist David Hood (whose son, Patterson Hood, is the Drive-By Truckers’ frontman) also was on the scene, along with a young Jason Isbell.

“I would go home and cry myself to

sleep because I felt like I’d embarrassed myself,” Aldridge quips, “but I always got back on the horse and practiced. Nowadays, I’m proud to call most the guys around here my friends. Point is, it feeds on itself, and most of these guys are willing to help you along.”

While Aldridge is used to playing the bar and club scene throughout his home state, he’s excited to play a more intimate-listening setting at downtown Wilm-

In youth, Aldridge listened to a lot of Motown and various soul, but “caught the rock buzz” with age and angst. “But I love most genres,” he clarifies. “If I had to choose one band to save the world though, it might have to be Wilco.”

Folks can typically expect a cover or two from various musical influences, such as a jazz-inspired Steely Dan tune or a Southern deep-cut Skynyrd track. However, they play originals from their 2015 record, “Anything and Everyone,” and from their next project.

“We have a few new songs recorded, but one of the things we want to do with this next record (that we didn’t do with the first) is really take our time and get exactly what we want,” Aldridge divulges.

“This next record is our baby.”

“Anything and Everyone” was more of a collection of work written over many years—some dating back from when Aldridge was a mere 16. With this new material, he and Malone are specifically trying to steer clear of complication and overproduction.

“Keep things simple with two guitars, bass, drums, and very little reverb unless it’s absolutely necessary,” Aldridge details. “That’s how some of our favorite records were recorded and modern music has strayed so far from that method.

We would love to successfully get back to that raw, organic feel and let the songwriting stand on its own.”

Aldridge describes writing as a liberating experience, and while storytelling has often been at the center his work, he’s not opposed to a less-structured stream-ofconsciousness approach either. Meaning they’re not all true stories.

“Occasionally, I try to take on the voice of a completely different person,” he says, “but it has to sound honest. So unless I dive into it wholeheartedly, the song may not turn out so good. Also, while I labor over lyrics, pairing the lyrics with the music is just as challenging, important [and] fun.”

Take “Doomsday Prepper” from “Anything and Everyone,” which isn’t autobiographical. According to Aldridge, “it’s a fictional tale with an underlying message pandering to bitter, jaded, lonely hearts.”

“Frankenstein’s New Girl” is completely fictitious. Written by Aldridge and Malone, it’s their take on what Frankenstein’s “monster” would really be. “Basically, we felt Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein’ was hogwash,” he explains, “because if a straight, red-blooded male had the wherewithal to build his own human being, it wouldn’t be some burly, grunting man; it would probably be a woman of his fantasies. Then we sort of softened his misogynistic edge by making her a gift to humanity.”

While much of “Anything and Everyone” was recorded at Nashville’s Welcome To 1979, they finished the record in Muscle Shoals at FAME studios. Aldridge calls it a vast learning experience. “I’m proud of it,” he says, “but there were lessons learned the hard way that I plan on applying to my sophomore album.”

Lately Aldridge is inspired by and explores themes around love and family.

He and his significant other have been together for about five years and he’s now a father of two. “I’ve got a beautiful 10-year-old step-daughter and we have a 1-year-old as well,” Aldridge continues.

“So a lot of my writing has inevitably been gravitating toward marital and parental subjects. That being said, I still enjoy putting on a different skin and writing from a fresh perspective. The next record is going to be way more of a guitar-driven rock record, which is more in line with our live shows anyway.”

While there’s no release date yet for his sophomore album, folks can see Rob Aldridge and company at Bourgie Nights on November 19. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. and show starts at 9:30 p.m. with local opener Hank Barbee. For more details or tickets, visit Bourgie Nights’ Facebook page.

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“We’re all a little nervous,” Aldridge admits, “but he’s a monster drummer, and situations like this usually facilitate some magic moments, so I’m excited about it.”

“The character in this song is broken,” he explains, “but in order to get through each day, he attempts to weaponize past heartache. Deep down, however, he fears that the worst may be behind him, and he’s wasted his life being so guarded.”

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ington’s Bourgie Nights this Saturday.

He’ll be joined onstage by long-time collaborator and guitarist Rob Malone (formerly of the Drive-By Truckers), bassist Stone Anderson, and though they still haven’t nailed down a full-time drummer, this show will be their first with Kile Raymond.

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Saturday, Nov. 19 Bourgie Nights 127 Princess St. Doors: 8:30 p.m.; Show: 9:30 p.m.

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BRIGHT LIGHT: Porch Light Apothecary recently released ‘Silence to Sound,’ recorded in Carrboro, NC, in October 2016. The Americana quartet is set to play at Flytrap Brewing on Friday, Nov. 18, at 8 p.m. Courtesy photo.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)

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

Amateur Night: Open Mic & Homebrew Share (7pm; Free) —Fermental, 7250 Market St.; 910-821-0362

—Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St.

Darryl Murrill Trio (8:30pm; Free; Jazz) —Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

Tyler Mck (9pm; Free; Acoustic)

Musicians United for A Safe Place (7pm; $5-$10)

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

Karaoke Night w/ Party Gras Entertainment (9:30pm; Free)

—Kenan Auditorium UNCW, 601 S. College Rd. —The Blind Elephant, 21 N. Front St., Unit F

Tacos and Trivia (8pm; Free)

—Fox and Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.; 910-509-0805

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Neighborhood Night (6pm; Free)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-5994-999

The Singing Butcher (6pm; Free; Rock) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Michael Frusha Open Jam Session (7pm; Free) —Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

NC Symphony: Holst’s The Planets (7:30pm; $18-$57) —Wilson Center, 703 N. 3rd St.

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Beer Bingo (7:30pm; Free)

—Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St.

Acoustic Blues Jam (8pm; Free)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379

Thursdays Fire Drums (8pm; Free) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

James Armstrong & Band (8pm; $6; Blues) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

The Lucky Joe Variety Show (8pm; Free)

The Nick Moss Band (10pm; $10; Rock ‘n’ Roll, Soul, Blues, Groove) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Books, Beer & Jazz Piano (3pm; Free)

—Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St.; 910-76 BOOKS

Gilbert & Sullivan: In Concert (4pm; Free)

—Lucky Joe Coffee Shop, 1414 S. College Rd.

—Winter Park Baptist Church, 4700 Wrightsville Ave.; 910-233-0156

Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)

Jazz Jam with Benny Hill (7pm; Free)

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

Griffin Limerick (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

Show Tunes Sunday (9pm; Free)

Live Music in the Bar Every Tuesday and Thu rsday 5:30pm - 8:30pm November 17

Mike O’Donnell November 22

Robbie Berry

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

November 29

—Fox and Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.; 910-509-0805

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Open Jam with Heter Pan (10pm; Cover TBD)

UNCW Jazz Ensemble I: Bob Russell (7:30pm; $6)

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Trivia Night With Party Gras Entertainment (9:30pm; Free)

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Soul-R Fusion (7pm; Free)

—Bills Front Porch, 4328 Market St.

Eddie Ifft (7pm, 9:30pm; $18; Comedy)

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

The Drifters (7:30pm; $22-$44; R&B, Soul) —Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Mayday! (8pm; $8-$10; Rap)

—Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

Electrik Monday with Brewtal (9pm; Free) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Griffin Limerick (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

Jim Scott (7:30pm; $15; Folk, Pete Seeger Cover)

—Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22

Porch Light Apothecary (8pm; Free; Americana)

Open Mic with Sean Howard (6pm; Free)

It Came From Memory Lane! Comedy Show (9pm; Free)

Cape Fear Contra Dancers (7:30pm; $5)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

—Memory Lane Comics, 5214 Market St.

Reel Big Fish (9pm; $20-$50; Ska-Punk) —Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

Ladies Night with DJ UK (10pm; Free)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market Str.; 910-599-4999

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

Downtown Drumming & Dance (7:30pm; Free) —The Calico Room, 115 N 2nd St.

College Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Karaoke Night w/ Party Gras Entertainment (9pm; Free)

After Dinner Jazz Piano (6pm; Free)

—Johnny Luke’s Kitchen Bar, 5500 Market St.

Eddie Ifft (7pm, 9:30pm; $18; Comedy)

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Gilbert & Sullivan: In Concert (7:30pm; Free)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23

—The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.; 910-762-2091

Gary Lazer Eyes (10pm; Cover TBD; Rock, Alt, Reggae, Blues, Grunge)

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. —Winter Park Baptist Church, 4700 Wrightsville Ave.; 910-233-0156

Lynne & The Wave (8pm; Cover TBD; Variety Cover) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

Krish Mohan (8pm; Cover TBD; Comedy) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)

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

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

—The Blind Elephant, 21 N. Front St., Unit F

Darryl Murrill Trio (8:30pm; Free; Jazz)

Justin Fox Duo (8pm; Free; Americana)

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

Luck Joe’s Comedy Show (8pm; Free)

Karaoke Night w/ Party Gras Entertainment (9:30pm; Free)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

—Lucky Joe Coffee Shop, 1414 S. College Rd.

Jenny Pearson (10pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; 910-362-9666

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—Fox and Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.; 910-509-0805

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COME JOIN US AT 2 LOCATIONS OGDEN PARK Each Wednesday April 13 - Nov. 16 8:00am - 1:00pm

DOWNTOWN Each Saturday April 16 - Nov. 19 8:00am - 1:00pm

STRING DUO: Chapel Hill’s folk duo Mandolin Orange just released a new album and will play Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro, NC, on November 20. Courtesy photo.

THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 11/16: Kat Country Jam 11/17: Yellowcard 11/18: Good Charlotte 11/21: A$AP Ferg with Playboi Carti 11/25: Seven Lions 11/26: On The Boarder 11/26: Marc Broussard AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 S. TRYON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 377-6874 11/18: Departure 11/19: Asking Alexandria 11/20: The Wonder Years, Real Friends and more MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., DURHAM, NC (919) 901-0875 11/16: Mitski, Fear of Men and Weaves 11/17: Helmet and Local H 11/18: Driftwood 11/19: My Brightest Diamond 11/20: Karla Bonoff 11/30: Red Fang, Torche and Whores DURHAM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 123 VIVIAN ST. DURHAM, NC (919) 688-3722 11/18: The Temptations and The Four Tops 11/20: Straight No Chasers 11/25: Joe Bonamassa 11/26: Hip Hop Nutcracker HOUSE OF BLUES MYRTLE BEACH 4640 HWY 17 S., MYRTLE BEACH, SC (843) 272-3000 11/18: Kane Brown

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DOVES OF PEACE:

A journey into the Land of Peace and Harmony with “The Great Russian Nutcracker”

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BY: EMILY TRUSS

ne week after the presidential election, our country is slowly but surely healing its divide. In its midst, artists and organizations worldwide keep churning out work to help heal the human spirit when hope is needed most. While Russia has been in the news for many reasons over the election season, this week in encore they’re making headlines of a different sort—for tradition and peace over dissolution and war. Moscow Ballet presents Tchaikovsky’s iconic “The Great Russian Nutcracker,” as part of their US tour at Kenan Hall on November 22.

Akiva Talmi, founder of Talmi Entertainment—which oversees the tour—and Sally Keyes, media coordinator for Moscow Ballet, each help make possible the company’s twirl of cheer as performed by 40 dancers.

“This is our 24th year touring the US with ‘The Great Russian Nutcracker,’” Keyes states. “This year we’re traveling to 115 cities in November and December.”

Tchaikovsky’s ballet first premiered in 1892 at the Imperial Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg, Russia. However, it wasn’t until 52 years later in 1944 that it hit the US thanks to the San Francisco Ballet Company. Since, countless ballet companies have continued its tradition.

“The Great Russian Nutcracker, directed

by Ballet Master Andrey Batalov, is performed to Tchaikovsky’s full score, but with several Russian influences,” Keyes states.

The ballet centers around a young girl, Masha, referred to as “Clara” in many US versions. After a mini overture featuring Masha’s godfather, Uncle Drosselmeyer,

preparing life-sized dolls for Masha and her younger brother, Fritz, a backdrop of the “onion dome,” the Moscow skyline, emerges into view in Act I’s grand party scene.

“This year we have new backdrops, including one for the [party] scene,” Keyes says. “There are several Russian-influenced decorations embedded in the scenery, as well as a painting on the living room ceiling of the Dove of Peace that foreshadows the journey to the Land of Peace and Harmony.”

The Land of Peace and Harmony and the Dove of Peace are the Great Russian Ballet’s alternatives for the more commonly known Land of Sweets and the Sugar Plum Fairy. In the middle of the night on Christmas Eve, the Nutcracker comes to life and defeats the Mouse King with Masha’s help, transforming into the Nutcracker Prince afterward. He and Masha are met by Russian folk characters, Father Christmas and the Snow Maiden, who transport the young couple to the Land of Peace and Harmony.

“The Land of Peace and Harmony is a jungle where all mankind and creatures live together in peace, without war, as Masha wishes,” Talmi states.

The backdrop for the scene was inspired by the works of French post-impressionist painter Henri Rousseau. “The Dove of Peace is [composed] of two dancers, each with a 10-foot wing,” Keyes explains. “They are choreographed to move together, so the audience feels like they are looking at a bird with a 20-foot wing span onstage; it’s quite beautiful and very unusual.”

The Land of Peace and Harmony is critical to the overall message of the ballet. It is an idealistic visual of how our planet could thrive with animals and humans of different

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BOUNTY OF COLOR: The Great Russian Ballet will enchant audiences into the holiday season come Nov. 22, with sets designed by Carl Sprague (‘Grand Budapest Hotel,’ ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’).

Courtesy image, Talmi Entertainment

change washing over any current state of turmoil. Likewise, the rose-laden set for the Waltz of the Flowers mirrors the restoration of life and beauty.

All sets are designed by art film director Carl Sprague (known for his work on many Wes Anderson movies, like “Grand Budapest Hotel,” “Moonrise Kingdom,” “The Royal Tenenbaums”). After Sprague creates the designs, the US touring office sends them to Russia where master artists paint roughly 20-by-40-foot backdrops. All costumes and sets take an ample amount of time to create, as do the dancers’ rehearsals for the show.

cultural backgrounds living symbiotically without destruction or chaos. When Masha and the Nutcracker Prince defeat the Mouse King, it shows that working together will triumph over the evil that threatens to destroy humanity. The appearance of the Dove of Peace could be a metaphor for a beacon of hope that restores harmony throughout all societies. “It does not exist in any other pro“They know ‘The Nutcracker’ inside and duction in the world,” Talmi adds. “Neither do the appearances of Father Christmas out before they audition,” Keyes explains.

“As children, [the dancers] are trained in a and the Snow Maiden.”

Russian ballet school for 10 years before Masha and the Nutcracker Prince are graduating [from places like Mariinsky Theescorted through the Land of Snow to atre School in St. Petersburg and the Perm reach the Land of Peace and Harmony.

State Ballet School in eastern Russia].”

The scene is a great transition because the “This is the best company of dancers purity and newness of snow symbolizes we have put together in 40 years,” Talmi states. “We look forward to returning to Wilmington.”

DETAILS:

The Great Russian Nutcracker Tues., November 22, 8 p.m.

UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium 601 S. College Rd. Tickets: $36.50-$102 www.nutcracker.com

WHAT’S HANGING AROUND THE PORT CITY

GALLERYGUIDE ARTFUEL.INC 2165 Wrightsville Ave. Mon. - Sat., noon - 7pm www.artfuelinc.com • (910) 343-5233 Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 43, “Window Shopping Art Show,” featuring work by Zak Duff, Char Oden, Scott Ehrhart, and Kimberly Coffman. Hangs for eight weeks.

ARTEXPOSURE! 22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com ArtExposure has many new items available from our artists that will appeal to those that appreciate local and handmade art work and crafts. Come visit us Tuesday through Saturday from 10am- 5pm. Our custom frame shop can help you pick out the right matting and frame for your special piece or photo. If you purchase an unframed piece here, we offer 15% off framing. We also provide gift certificates that can be used for artwork, classes and framing.

We will be open through December 23rd and will close until the 10th of January with new class offerings and regular hours.

Check our website and Facebook page for new classes!

ART IN BLOOM 210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 • www.aibgallery.com Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19thcentury horse stable and exhibits original art by a diverse group of global and local artists.

Upcoming exhibits include “Visible Spectra:

Paintings, Drawings, and Prints by Janette K. Hopper & Photography by Charles Kernan.”

The gallery is open until 9 p.m. during Fourth Friday Gallery Nights.

CRESCENT MOON ART AND STYLE 24 N. Front St. • (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Thurs. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sun.., noon - 6 p.m. • Call for appointment!

As a longtime leader in local art curation, Crescent Moon strives to be an ambassador for their artists and to make their customers art collecting, decorating and gift-giving experience an easy one. With an unparalleled selection of individually chosen pieces and an expanded showroom with stunning collections from both new and returning artists, Crescent Moon has something for everyone.

EXPO 216 216 N Front Street, Wilmington, NC (910)769-3899 Wed. - Sun., noon-6pm www.expo216.com A nonprofit specialty museum that opened in May, Expo 216 is a theme-driven “gallerium” and focuses on a single social or environmental issue. The inaugural theme, “Ocean Plastic,” runs until December 2016 and was inspired by a photograph of an albatross with ingested plastic by nature photographer, David Liittschwager.Visitors will view multiple components of the theme including: CSI: Albatross, solve the mystery of who killed the albatross; Fashion in Plastic, nine stunning fashion creations crafted by local designers; The Plastic Age, an insightful history of the invention of plastic; What Goes Around, Comes Around by BonnieMonteleone; Light

Within the Darkness: What Lies Beneath by Alexandra Morse; along with provocative and thought-provoking art by local artists.

Featured artist: Justin Campbell’s “A Study of LIfe,” on display through Nov. 20.

arts is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paintings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and acrylics—plus award-winning metalworks, wood pieces, hand-blown glass, fiber art, artisan-made jewelry and more.

Sunset River Marketplace has become a popular destination for visitors, a gathering NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY place for artists and a center of the com201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 munity, thanks to its onsite pottery studio, Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com complete with two kilns; a custom master New holiday exhibit opening soon! framing department; and art classrooms for New Elements Gallery is located at 201 workshops and ongoing instruction.

Princess Street, the corner of 2nd and Princess, in historic downtown Wilmington. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m.

CFCC WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY until 6 p.m. or by appointment.

200 Hanover St. (bottom level, parking deck) Mon., 11am-4pm and Tues.- Sat. noon - 5pm http://cfcc.edu/blogs/wilmagallery RIVER TO SEA GALLERY Cape Fear Community College’s Wilma W. 225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf Daniels Gallery is pleased to present the 2016 (free parking) • (910) 763-3380 No Boundaries International Art Colony ExhibiTues.- Sat. 11am - 5pm; Sun. 1- 4pm River to Sea Gallery showcases the work tion. No Boundaries, a nonprofit artist residency of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy program, provides artists from around the world Bush. In addition, the gallery represents sev- and the local community a forum for free expreseral local artists. The current show will enthrall sion and cross-cultural dialogue. The exhibition visitors with its eclectic collection of original runs November 19 through December 31, 2016, paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, with an opening reception on November 19 from pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” 6-9 p.m. There will also be an Artists’ Lecture features works by Janet Parker. Come see on December 8 from 4-5 p.m. in the gallery. The Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal exhibition and the lecture are free and open to the public. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is located local marsh creeks and structures.

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BEAUTIFUL AND EXCITING: UNCW theatre department’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’ is great for young thespians BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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NCW’s Department of Theatre opened a lovely retelling of “Beauty and the Beast” by Lucy Kirkwood, directed by Christopher Marino. First, let’s be clear: This is not Disney’s musical, and outside of the name, it shares very little with that incarnation. It is, however, intended as a family-friendly show, and to that end, the curtain time is 7 p.m. for evening shows and 2 p.m. matinees Thursday through Sunday through Nov. 20.

screen for the exposition of the show. This is where audiences learn how handsome Prince George (Sean Owens) became the Beast (Matt Carter) and how Beauty’s father (Josh Browner) wound up taking advantage of the Beast’s hospitality. The puppet-theatre projects are a delightful blend of film and theatre designed by Shannon Bourne and produced by Bobby Hartman and guest artist Adrian Varnam.

Varnam also composed and conducted the score played by the Insect Orchestra (Darien Bradley, Khiry Huggins, Sarah Kilgore, John McCall, Wesleigh Neville, and Sean Owens). Eventually, Beauty (Katherine Carr) and her sister, Lettice (Jessica Gift), who eagerly await their father’s return, are introduced. Little do they know, dad has made a deal involving Beauty’s future.

The evening’s events are narrated by The Man in Pink (Tony Choufani), a selfdescribed “real fairy” and his assistant, Cecile (Mickey Johnson), with the additional help of a rabbit (Allison Grady), who Pink assures he will not try to pull out of a hat. Pink has an assortment of gadAt first glance this seems like an ungets he has invented, including a thought usual choice for Christopher Marino, reader and lantern that Rabbit and Cecile whose past local credits include such operate to project a puppet play onto a big

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lighthearted fare as “MacBeth,” “‘Tis Pity She’s a Whore” and his awesome, provocative protest production of “Measure for Measure.” All simplified superficial details aside, the message of “Beauty and the Beast” is quite timely and keeps with rhetorical questions and themes which seem to attract Marino: Can we see beneath the surface to the substance underneath? Can love save a life? Can we overcome our own fears and prejudices to find something greater and far more fulfilling than we imagined? Or do we find our walls and self-made prisons more comfortable?

Societal expectations and confinement of women also play a role—Beauty is named Beauty, but as she comments, she’s also a good swimmer and no one calls her “Mackerel.” She and Lettice are expected to keep house, cook and wait on their father; it is only after the spell is broken that any of them can come into their own. Not only are these themes of the moment, but Marino manages not to lose sight of them in the inevitable drive to happily-ever-after. Sometimes we need illusion and wizardry to be reminded that, though the questions are big, there is no reason the journey to finding answers can’t be beautiful and exciting. It’s pretty wonderful to watch Marino play with a fully loaded palate of theatre magic. He has proven he can create visually simple and striking shows which concentrate squarely on text. It’s fun to see him play with spectacle on a grand scale.

Beast seems hindered by the stilts he is on, as if they are a metaphor for another kind of prison (that of being hobbled and unable to escape); this Beast is definitely not chasing anyone down a flight of stairs.

The desperation in Carter’s voice when he asks Beauty to kiss him, to love him, to marry him, is plaintive and real. It changes from, first, “Would you release me from this spell?” to “Would you love me?”

Equally real is Carr’s reluctance as Beauty to either acquiesce or give Beast false hope. How lovely to see her and Owens revel with joy in sharing life in all its absurdities with a loved one—their elation is infectious. So is Carr’s delight at wearing trousers instead of a dress (gender roles and expectations surfacing again).

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other lives. Beauty seems to understand he hasn’t got a clue, but Lettice wants him to be better, to be more so she can be more. Jessica Gift makes Lettice a memorable character with her absurd demands and desperation to be noticed.

Frankly, she was one of my favorites. If I had to pick between spending an evening with her or Beauty, there would be no contest. But Beast doesn’t share my opinion, and it’s his spell to break.

The Beauty and Beast sequences are what everyone expects with wonderful theatrical magic. Mark D. Sorensen designed a beautiful and wonderful onstage costume change for beauty that had the audience audibly gasp. But the Man in Pink and Cecile upstage everything— they are just so irresistibly over the top.

Johnson’s Cecile has a French accent John Cleese would love. She also has an itch to sing that demands to be scratched, even with the direst of consequences.

Choufani has wrangled some of the best comic dialogue in the show, which he delivers with great determination and conviction. Together they ride the waves of humor and pathos, to travel an unexpected yet poignant journey. It’s all underscored by Varnam and the Insect Orchestra to add dimensionality to an already multi-faceted production. Having a live orchestra makes such a difference in this experience, and the musicians really give Varnam’s score a three-dimensionality to enhance every aspect of such an enchanting show.

If anyone is looking for an opportunity to introduce a child to the big magic of theatre, this is a great choice. The sets, costumes and projections are awe-inducing. The performers are infectiously joyous, the music is delightful and almost celestial.

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Beauty and the Beast

Nov. 18-20; 7 p.m., Friday; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Saturday; 2 p.m., Sunday UNCW’s Mainstage Theatre 601 S. College Rd. Tickets: $15 for general admission; $12 for seniors, UNCW employees and alum; $6 for students and children Josh Browner creates the father as uncw.edu/theatre/Productions

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hen this whole superhero universe thing was concocted by Marvel many moons ago, it all felt too good to be true. As a lifelong comic-book reader and proud aficionado of all-things geek, I was pleased as punch at the idea of a connected universe where all my favorite childhood heroes could share the screen and have awesome adventures. It started out well. Viewers got Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man (awesome), and a handful of well-known heroes, like Captain America and Thor, in some better-than-average blockbusters. Then the Avengers came: the culmination of a carefully plotted blueprint, Earth’s mightiest mortals banding together to save the world. And it was good.

After, they basically did a copy/paste of everything that worked in the first phase of films.

Another “Iron Man,” another “Thor,” another “Captain America.” Everything started to feel a little less novel and a little more formulaic. The second Avengers film wore out its welcome very quickly. The Marvel movies went from a cause to celebrate to a movie-making machine that started to feel like an all-too familiar form factor. It’s been a strange experience: It finally feels as though the geeks of the world are getting everything they wished for. But, like every single story ever written about wish fulfillment, we never considered there may be a price for this infinite amount of gratification.

I hoped Marvel’s latest blockbuster, “Doctor Strange,” would help rekindle my interest in the comic-book adaptations. I’ve always been a fan of the character; a 1960’s creation of legendary artist Steve Ditko (and to a lesser degree, Stan Lee), Doctor Strange was a wise wizard dealing with interdimensional threats. In the film, he starts as a brilliant, arrogant neurosurgeon who cares little for the world around him.

Status, power and admiration were his goals— that is, until a terrible accident leaves him without the use of his hands. Unable to repair the nerve damage that has ruined his life, Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) turns to the east in search of nontraditional techniques to restore his broken body. It is there he encounters Baron Mordo (Chiwetel Ejiofor) and the mysterious Ancient One (Tilda Swinton).

Strange is taken on a journey through the limitless worlds parallel to our own. Those trained in the mystic arts can tap into these worlds and create portals, weapons and spells that make the impossible anything but. The first act of “Doctor Strange” seemed promising; it already felt like a much more serious Marvel film than its predecessors. Strange starts off as a patent-

Nov. 16 (4 p.m. also on Nov. 16): From celebrated Korean director Park Chanwook, comes “The Handmaiden.” It’s a gripping and sensual tale of two women, a young Japanese woman living on a secluded estate, and a Korean hired to serve as her new handmaiden—but she’s secretly plotting with a con man to defraud her employer of a large inheritance.

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ly unlikable jerk who handles the aftermath of his accident horribly. It felt like the first chance a very serious character was given time to be developed in a Marvel movie. For a few brief moments, I embraced the anticipation. Then it happened: The film became a four-quadrant crowd-pleasing movie that turned a somewhat serious tale into a tonally spastic story, which tries to be all things to all people.

All the potential is ruined by two aspects: a need for total validation from audiences and some horrible, cringe-worthy attempts at injecting humor into the story. The tonal shifts were jarring. The film tried to be dark and dramatic, and then it began to undermine a solid foundation by making terrible pop-culture jokes and physical gags which felt wildly out of place.

There were moments I stared at the screen, slack-jawed aghast at the massive swings from light to dark. It was like a cinematic pendulum, swinging back and forth between high drama and low-brow yuckity yucks. I can’t remember a film that felt so inconsistent in terms of what movie it was trying to be.

By the film’s third act, even some very clever moments were wasted on a below-average movie that felt like a corporate mandate from Marvel. Does every Marvel movie have to contain a wise-cracking protagonist who makes jokes whenever situations become tense? Apparently, every hero in the Marvel universe is supposed to have the power of comedic timing.

But it just doesn’t work. Cumberbatch is such a great dramatic actor, but his attempts at levity are staged with the grace of an acrobat suffering from an inner-ear disorder while working without a net. It gets real messy, real quick.

And it sucks because I can see how good this movie could have been had there not been so many attempts to broaden the audience. This movie suffers because of the formula. There

is no difference between “Doctor Strange” and any other Marvel flick. There are some slicker visuals, and the final showdown is a lot more cerebral.

Really, the film is no different than “Iron Man,” “Ant-Man” or “Thor.” The cadence is the same, the characters are basically the same, and the villain is once again an inconsequential afterthought. Every villain in the Marvel movies might as well wear all white with the word “VILLAIN” scrawled across their backs. It’s no less generic than what they’re currently offering.

It’s unfortunate, too, because there is a lot of talent in this movie. I would love to see what kind of “Doctor Strange” could be made by the same people in an unbridled cinematic world—where all the edges aren’t sanded down to harmless curves. It could have been interesting.

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Rated PG-13 Directed by Scott Derrickson Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Tilda Swinton

Handmaiden” borrows the most dynamic elements of its source material and combines it with Park Chan-wook’s singular vision to create an unforgettable viewing experience. (Runtime: 145 minutes, Rated NR for Sexual Content)

Nov. 21-23 (4 p.m. also on Nov. 23): In “A Man Called Ove,” Ove is the quintessential angry old man next door. The illtempered, isolated retiree, who spends his days enforcing block association rules and visiting his wife’s grave, has finally given up on life. When a young family moves in next door, an unlikely friendship develops with his new neighbors. It’s a heartwarming tale of unreliable first impressions and reminder that life is sweeter when shared. (Runtime: 116 minutes. Rated: PG-13)

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

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THE DISTRICT KITCHEN & COCKTAILS

A new addition to the Brooklyn Arts and downtown area, The District Kitchen & Cocktails is serving fresh, seasonal menus in a polished casual atmosphere. We feature locally sourced ingredients when available. For lunch, we offer delicious burgers and sandwiches, while dinner features steaks, chops and seafood all handcrafted by executive chef Luke Poulos. Within blocks of CFCC and the Riverwalk, The District welcomes diners to enjoy inspired wines, craft cocktails and NC draught beers at their renovated bar and restaurant, located at 1001 N. 4th St. 910-(910) 769-6565 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.-Thurs.11am9pm, Fri.-Sat., 11am-10pm. Lunch menu served ‘til 4pm.

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ELIJAH’S

Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets. As a Casual American Grill and Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds

The Felix Cafe is a restaurant experience like no other in Wilmington, N.C. Our eatery is a unique and relaxing gem situated near the port, and at the edge of Sunset Park on Burnett Blvd. We believe fine dining doesn’t have to come with all the fuss. From our homemade soups to the locally sourced produce, we let the ingredients speak for themselves in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Folks will enjoy the outdoor seating, our vibrant staff, the colorful interior, and our cabana style tiki bar. You will come here as a customer and leave as a friend. 2140 Burnett Blvd. (910) 399-1213.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun.-Wed..: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

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HENRY’S A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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

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HOPS SUPPLY CO.

The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers.

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■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com

JOHNNYLUKES KITCHENBAR

Good eats, good drinks, and great times is what JohnnyLukes KitchenBar is all about. JohnnyLukes KitchenBar serves Wilmington, NC a variety of 19 rotating craft beers on tap, a hand selected eclectic American wine list, fun cocktails, and of course, exceptional food.

Our two-story layout brings the best of both worlds under one roof. Downstairs at JohnnyLukes KitchenBar pair your beer or wine with our Parmesan Crusted Pork Chop, Chicken Pot Pie, Ribeye, or one of our many main entrees and sharable plates. Or, join us upstairs at JL’s Loft and pair a beer with one of our multiple burgers, JL’s roast beef sandwich, meatball sandwich, or one of our many appetizers (we recommend both!). So next time you are looking for a new and exciting restaurant in Wilmington, NC where you can experience both great craft beer and amazing food, be sure to head over to JohnnyLukes KitchenBar and JL’s Loft! 5500 Market

Street, Suite 130. (910)-769-1798 ■ OPEN: JohnnyLukes KitchenBar: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 10pm; JL’s Loft: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.johnnylukeskb.com

THE LITTLE DIPPER

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

138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day through October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; “Date night menu,” $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

PINE VALLEY MARKET Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s BestOf awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub

to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

THE PUB

A true public house. A gathering place. In house fresh ground burgers made with short rib, brisket and chuck on Sweet n Savory’s, made from scratch, bread along with 40 other sandwiches and meals under $12.

32 beers on tap, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere where you can hang out with friends and enjoy live music, your favorite NFL game or the BEST burger you’ll ever eat! 2012 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 679-8101, Hours: 11am-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavory.pub

SPICOLI

“In crust we trust.” Spicoli specializes in classic NY style pizza with a totally unconventional (AND DELICIOUS) sourdough crust. We also feature one-of-a-kind burger creations, Jumbo wings complete with our perfect, house-made blue cheese or ranch. Or enjoy any of our unique vegan or gluten-free options. But Spicoli is not just amazing food. We keep it awesome with a killer juke box, classic arcade games, and great deals on everything at our full bar. Share some brews over PacMan or enjoy the area’s only 20in pie on our outdoor patio. Just make sure you are having fun. Don’t worry!! If you can’t come see us, we also have the largest delivery radius in town!!

1978 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-0339.

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SWEET ‘N’ SAVORY CAFÉ

The Real Wizard Behind the Food. Anyone who has seen the Wizard of Oz knows that the wizard was just a scared old man hiding behind the curtain. Restaurants are no different. Making incredible food is not magical or mystical and instead just requires heart (Tin Man), brains (Scarecrow), courage (Lion) and love (Dorothy). At Sweet n Savory we have pulled back the curtain because we don’t believe that we need smoke, mirrors, over inflated prices or pretentiousness to offer you the best and freshest food your money can buy. 1611 Pavillion Place, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 256-0115 Hours: 7am-10pm.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, BAKERY & CATERING ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavorycafe.com

THE TROLLY STOP

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken). Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), all-beef, pork smoked sausage (Carolina Packer), Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. Recognized as having the Best Hot Dog in the Best of Wilmington Awards in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.

Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or check out our website at www.trollystophotdogs.com. Catering available, now a large portion of our business. All prices include tax. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

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ASIAN GENKI SUSHI

Welcome to Genki Sushi, an inviting and unique dining experience in the heart of Wilmington. We serve the freshest, most authentic sushi and traditional Japanese favorites. In the mood for sushi and authentic Japanese food? Look no further then Genki Sushi. From fresh nigiri to custom rolls, everything is homemade, including all of our sauces. We look forward to meeting each and every one of you and can’t wait for you to try our delicious Japanese cuisine. You can make a reservation through OpenTable (you must have a reservation for Friday and Saturday nights), or just walk in during our open hours Sunday through Thursday. At Genki, everyone is welcome! 4724 New Centre Dr. #5, Wilmington. (910) 796-8687.

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■ NEIGHBORHOOD: MidtowN ■ WEBSITE: www. genkisushiwilmington.com

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will

serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner.

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

OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE

We have reinvented “Hibachi Cuisine”. Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse in Wilmington, NC is like no other.

Our highly skilled chefs will not only cook an incredible dinner, but they will entertain you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. At Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse, we are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure that we serve only the finest food products. We believe that good healthy food aids the vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of Steak, Seafood, and Chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill,” to the taste bud tingling Japanese Sushi, Hand Rolls, Sashimi, Tempura dishes and Japanese Noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Check out our all you can eat sushi menu and daily specials at www.okamisteakhouse.com!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday - Thursday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 10pm; Friday 11am - 2:30pm /

4pm - 11pm; Saturday 11am - 11pm; Sunday 11am 9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com

SZECHUAN 132

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.szechuan132.com

THAI SPICE

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

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

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

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com

YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE

licious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week @ 5PM; Sun-Wed until 10pm, Thurs until 11pm, Fri & Sat until Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees.

Wednesday 80S NIGHT - 80s music and menu prices.

Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert.

■ WEBSITE: www.yosake.com - @yosakeilm on Twitter & Instagram. Like us on Facebook.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the de-

Serving seasonally inspired, locally-sourced Southern Cuisine.

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Proudly purchasing all of our seafood, protein, and produce from local fishermen, vendors, and farmers.

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IRISH HALLIGAN’S PUBLIC HOUSE

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

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

■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Masonboro Loop and Lumina Station ■ FEATURING: The Best Reuben in Town! $5.99 lunch specials, Outdoor Patio ■ WEBSITE: www.halligansnc.com

THE HARP

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

We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open every day for both American

and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.harpwilmington.com

ITALIAN A TASTE OF ITALY

Looking for authentic Italian cuisine in the Port City? Look no further than A Taste of Italy Deli. Brothers, Tommy and Chris Guarino, and partner Craig Berner, have been serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner to local and visiting diners for twenty years. The recipes have been passed down from generation to generation, and after one bite you feel like you’re in your mamas’ kitchen. Along with the hot and cold lunch menu, they also carry a large variety of deli sides and made-from-scratch desserts. Or, if you’re looking to get creative in your own kitchen, A Taste of Italy carries a wide selection of imported groceries, from pasta to olive oils, and everything in between. And last but certainly not least, allow them to help you make any occasion become a delicious Italian experience with their catering or call ahead ordering.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Friday 8:00am8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am-7:00pm, Sunday 9:30am-4:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.atasteofitalydeli.com ■ FEATURING: Sclafani goods, Polly-O cheese, Ferrara Torrone and much, much more!

ANTONIO’S

Serving fresh, homemade Italian fare in midtown and south Wilmington, Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta is a familyowned restaurant which serves New York style pizza and pasta. From daily specials during lunch and dinner to a friendly waitstaff ensuring a top-notch experience, whether dining in, taking out or getting delivery, to generous portions, the Antonio’s experience is an unforgettable one. Serving subs, salads, pizza by the slice or pie, pasta, and more, dine-in, take-out and delivery!

3501 Oleander Dr., #2, and 5120 S. College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.

- 9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.)

■ NEIGHBORHOOD DELIVERY OFFERED: Monkey Junction and near Independence Mall ■ WEBSITE: www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am-10 pm; Fri.-Sat., 11 am-Midnight; Sun., noon-10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

MAMMA BELLA PIZZERIA

Mamma Bella’s is Wilmington’s latest pie palace, offering fresh and unique pizzas, strombolis, sandwiches, salads, wings, and more. Diners can enjoy eating in their quaint dining space or have Mamma deliver to their doorstep ($10 minimum, three-mile radius). Nothing is frozen, and everything is made with top-notch ingredients, from the house meatballs to the pesto, salad dressings to marinara sauce, and beyond! Mamma bakes bread fresh several times daily and helps produce the most scrumptious cinnamon and/or pizza knots. In fact, through Feb. 29, either flavor of knots are free with the purchase of any large pie; or customers can get 12 free wings when ordering two large 2 topping pizzas (dine-in or delivery; offers cannot be combined).

With a knowledgeable staff providing excellent customer service—all of whom “respect the pie”—every order is cared for from placing it to picking it up. 3926 Market St. 910-399-6723.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thurs 11am 10pm; Fri - Sat 11am - 11pm; Sun 11am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.mammabellapizzeria.com

SLICE OF LIFE

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highestquality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road,

Nov. 14 - 18 hosted by UNCW’s Office of International Programs

Experience the rich diversity found in Wilmington and the UNCW community through stories, food and rhythms of cultures from around the world All IEW events are open to the public

Come enjoy

24th Annual Intercultural Festival 2016

Nov. 15 • 4 - 8 p.m.

UNCW’s Burney Center

www.uncw.edu/iWeek 910.962.3685

An EEO/AA Institution. Accommodations for disabilities may be requested by contacting International Programs at 910.962.3685 three days prior to the event.

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2016

Shop and Live Local Holiday Guide

DIRECTORY: McKay Healing Arts

4916 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 791-1981 www.mckayacupuncture.com

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The Cotton Exchange, 317 N Front St. (910) 343-1374 http://miracleskinrelief.com

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Island Passage

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4 Market St. • 910-762-0484 1900 Eastwood Rd., • (910) 256-0407 Return Passage: 302 N. Front St. (910) 343-1627 www.islandpassageclothing.com

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Brooklyn Arts Center Flea at BAC Dec. 2-4 • $5 516 N 4th Street www.brooklynartsnc.com

Poplar Grove Arts, Crafts and Gifts Christmas Show Dec. 10-11 • $5 10200 HWY US-17 www.poplargrove.org

Win $10,000 on Dec. 15 www.paypal.me/surfershealingnc

Longwave Yoga

Open House, Nov. 11 203 Racine Dr. • (910) 769-3494 www.longwaveyoga.com

The Impractical Pig

Black Friday sale! www.shopwiththepig.com

UPS Store

Cardinal Lanes

Holiday specials for bowlers, $145-$195 3907 Shipyard Blvd. www.www.bowlcardinal.com

Momentum Skate and Surf 5 N. Front St.

(910) 763-3500 www.momentumboarding.com

50% off all digital prints with ad!

310 N. Front St. (910) 762-2150 www.upsstore.com/3298

Wilmington Water Tours Holiday Lights Cruise: $20 212 S. Water St. • (910) 338-3134 www.wilmingtonwt.com

• Locally made and blended products • Organic and natural skin care • Teas, spices and gift baskets • Vitamins, medical nutrition therapy Located in the Cotton Exchange • 317 N Front Street • (910) 343-1374

Gift Certificates Encore Best of Wilmington 8 years Running

BEST OF 2016 WINNER

4916 Wrightsville Ave. Wilmington NC 28403 910.791.1981 www.MckayHealingArts.com

Open daily!

10:30am-5pm

Gift Certificates Available!

Open till 7pm in Dec. thru 23

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Plastic Ball, Bag and Shoe Combo

$145

at Cardinal Lanes on Shipyard Blvd.

• Largest Inventory in Wilmington

• Bowling Balls • Bowling Accessories • Custom Ball Drilling • Ball Plugging & Resurfacing • Large Used Ball Selecetion

Monday - Thursday 5pm to 9pm • Saturday 11am to 5pm Appointments at other times are available, call Lou at 297-9697

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Family Owned and Operated

Reactive Resin Ball, Bag and Shoe Combo

$195

SKATE.SURF.SHOP. Holiday shopping made simple for the surfer or skater in your life

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encore and Surfers Healing present a 50/50 Best Of Raffle!

Only 200 tickets will be sold for $100 each between now and Dec. 14. Surfers Healing is the beneficiary for encore‘s official Best Of Wilmington awards party and ceremony, held Feb. 25, 2017 at Brooklyn Arts Center.

Best of nominations will be open by Nov. 16.

Purchase your tickets now and receive a tax write-off: www.PayPal.me/surfershealingnc

50/50 Best Of Raffle Drawing and Holiday Party

Locally owned, globally sourced—for you!

Dec. 14, 6-9 p.m. Free!

Burnt Mill Creek • 2101 Market St. Unit 7 Free and open to the public! Food, $10k raffle drawing and other raffle items, rock-climbing wall, all to fund-raise for Surfers Healing.

Comedy from Pineapple Shaped Lamps.

Island Passage Elixir 4 Market Street 910.762.0484 Island Passage ~ Lumina Station 1900 Eastwood Rd. 910.256.0407 Return Passage 302 N. Front Street 910.343.1627

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Downtown NARRATED CRUISES & LIVE MUSIC DAILy CRUISES & PRIVATE ChARTERS EAGLE ISLAND CRUISE

Join us on a scenic 50 minute narrated eco-history cruise featuring views of unspoiled nature and a variety of wildlife daily. Only $10.

On the even hours we cruise north along the Historic Downtown and Eagles Island where you will see the past come alive.

Capture unique views of the Battleship, learn about rice plantations, and view shipwrecks, flora and fauna.

On the odd hours we head south under the Memorial Bridge to the State Ports, learn the history of the WWII Wilmington Ship Yard along with current facts while watching tug boats, container ships, pleasure boats... bring your camera along, there are photo ops in every direction!

HOLIDAY LIGHTS CRUISE

(Across from the Cotton Exchange)

Start a new Holiday Tradition and join us on our Holiday Lights Cruise Starting the Friday after Thanksgiving Holiday Lights Cruise of the Harbor Friday & Saturday night.

Local Musicians will perform Christmas Carols Specials on Holiday Cocktails from our Full Bar and Holiday Goodies. All this for $20.

Located on the riverfront in historic downtown Wilmington, between Orange & Ann Streets For a complete list of scheduled Tours, Excursions, and Fees, visit

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Visit us on the Riverwalk!

212 S. Water Street

910-338-3134

info@wilmingtonwt.com

Follow BAR ON BOARD WITH us ALL ABC PERMITS

(910) 799-1399.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

LATIN AMERICAN SAN JUAN CAFÉ

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

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

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

MEXICAN EL CERRO GRANDE

In January, El Cerro Grande will celebrate 25 years serving authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine to the greater Wilmington area. With an ever-evolving menu, they have introduced eight new exclusive soft tacos as part of Taco Fiesta! They churn out mouth-watering enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, chef specialties, and more, in a colorfully inviting dining room marked by a friendly staff and attention to detail. Check out El Cerro’s daily drink and food specials at their three different locations, including $3.50 margaritas on Tuesdays off Military Road, on Wednesdays at 341 S. College Road, and on

Thursdays at 5120 S. College Road. Mondays feature fajita dinners for 10.99 at all locations, and they even have karaoke every Wednesday at 341 S. College Rd, starting at 6 p.m. Serving lunch and dinner daily.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri., open at 11 a.m.; Sat-Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.

■ LOCATIONS: 341 S. College Rd., 910-793-0035; 5120 S. College Rd., 910-790-8727; 1051 Military Cutoff Rd., 910-679-4209 ■ WEBSITE: www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com

SAN FELIPE MEXICAN RESTAURANT

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington, Leland & Southport ■ WEBSITE: www.sanfelipenc.com

ORGANIC LOVEY’S NATURAL FOODS & CAFÉ

Lovey’s Natural Foods & Café is a true blessing for shoppers looking for organic and natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a veggie burger, hamburger or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selec-

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive freshly prepared foods options in the city! With 4 bars featuring hot dishes & salads, a sandwich station, sushi station, and pizza station, you are apt to satisfy everyone in your group. All of the ingredients are free of any artificial colors, flavors or preservatives so food is fresh and flavorful from farm, ranch, or dock to your fork! Dine in the cafe or carry out. On any given day the selection offers an array of organic, local, vegan/ vegetarian, and healthy options. Voted Best Salads by

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tion of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar—which has cold, organic salads and hot selections—can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of delicious juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. wheat-free and glutenfree products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 5090331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington in the Landfall Shopping Center ■ FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com

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■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. Monday - Sunday. 8am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Seasonal, healthy, organic, vegan/ vegetarian ■ WEBSITE: www.wholefoodsmarket.com

SEAFOOD CATCH

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest.

(Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

OCEANIC

Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome.

Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH: Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dine on renovated Crystal Pier.

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

THE PILOT HOUSE

The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South.

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

Large parties welcome. Private event space available.

910-343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday ■ WEBSITE: www.pilothouserest.com

SHUCKIN’ SHACK

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-458-7380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). The Shack is

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Carolina Beach Hours: Mon-Sat: 11am-2am; Sun: Noon-2am, Historic Wilmington: Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat: 11amMidnight ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on Facebook!

■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com

SOUTHERN

the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant. Pembroke’s focuses on the same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce. They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds. 1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-239-9153.

■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Open for dinner Tues-Sun, 5pm-close, with live music Fri-Sat nights.

Sunday brunch, 10am-3pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.pembrokescuisine.com

SPORTS BAR

JAX 5TH AVE. DELI & ALE HOUSE

CAROLINA ALE HOUSE

CASEY’S BUFFET

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com

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

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & ■ LATE NIGHT: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Half off select apps, Mon.- Thurs., 4-7pm ■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

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

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

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11am2am daily.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

HELL’S KITCHEN

Downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub shows every major sporting package on 10 HDTVs—and a huge HD pro-

Locally owned and operated, Jax offers a laid-back atmosphere, welcoming foodies, sports fans, and craft beer enthusiasts alike. We provide a full eclectic menu of quality Boar’s Head sliced meat and cheeses, and feature unique items like our smoked salmon deviled egg, a legendary Italian sandwich, and famous pita pizzas that bake up lite and crispy. 20 HDTVs feature premium sports packaging for all the games! Supporting local craft breweries with 24 drafts and over 100 different bottles and cans, enjoy it all inside the shiny silver building or outside on the dog-friendly patio at 5046 New Centre Dr. Carry out: 910-859-7374.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: Full menu until 2am daily.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Daily food and drink specials.

■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/ JaxFifthAveDeliAleHouse

RX RESTAURANT & BAR

Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx Restaurant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up Southern cuisine made with ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. The Rx chef is committed to bringing fresh food to your table, so the menu changes daily based on what he finds locally. Rx drinks are as unique as the food—and just what the doctor ordered. Join us for a dining experience you will never forget! 421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080.

■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; Fri-Sat, 5-10:30pm; Sun., 10am-3pm and 5-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com

PEMBROKE’S

A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by

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GRUB & GUZZLE>>FEATURE

FOODIE FANFARE:

Local restaurant garners attention as James Beard Foundation opens nominations

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BY: SHEA CARVER

he music industry has the Grammys.

The film industry has the Oscars. The literary, science and economics communities have the Nobel Prize. The culinary community has the Beard Awards.

Locally, nominations are being called for Wilmington’s very own fine dining establishment, manna. Though the James Beard Foundation’s website (www.jamesbeard. org) notes anyone can enter a nominee (categories include restaurant, chef, books, broadcast media, journalism, restaurant design, etc. and so forth), manna restaurateur Billy Mellon says he has learned someone is nominating manna in the category of restaurant and chefs, including head chef Jameson Chavez and pastry chef Rebeca Alvarado-Paredes.

“I’m not sure I am at liberty to divulge the [exact] source,” Mellon tells. “We had been recommended by guests and friends in the culinary community but, from how I understand it works, it is best to be recommended by a JBF recipient. It’s a ‘club,’ so you need to be acknowledged from within.”

Mellon opened manna in 2010 after years of working in the restaurant industry. His knowledge of fine-dining comes from his dedication to establishments like Port Land Grille and Tango du Chat (which once was located where manna now resides at 123 Princess St.). Working at each helped mold his current restaurant.

“I wanted to create a place where hospitality and deliciousness were paramount,” Mellon tells. “I wanted to be proud of what we were building, and wanted to continue to push myself and the team upward with respect to that ideology. I’ve known we have JBF-worthy pieces here but that was never a goal.”

Chavez came into the head-chef position at manna from Las Cruces, NM. In fact, when Mellon opened the restaurant, Chavez was the sous chef but took on the head toque within a short time period.

“Frankly, I didn’t know Jameson but I liked him from the start,” Mellon admits. “He’s very grounded and obviously a great cook who understands flavor and balance. I have found his personality—which is completely opposite of mine—to enhance our working relationship. He’s a very hard worker and he takes a lot of pride in what he is producing.”

Impromptu lunches of tamales, posole, ribs, and tacos rank high on some of Mellon’s fave items from Chavez, thought quite different from the elevated contemporary

LOCALVORE: Billy Mellon, local restaurateur of manna, also founded 40Eats in 2016 to help grow the local food scene in Wilmington. Photo by Lindsey Miller Photography

fare he often dishes, like braised and panroasted octopus, grilled royal trumpet mushrooms, cauliflower puree, black olive aioli, and almonds. “I really enjoy my post-shift meal when I say, ‘surprise me,’ and Jameson never disappoints,” Mellon tells.

The shy and timid Alavrado-Paredes fleshed out the manna team—unbeknownst to Mellon that’s what he needed or even wanted. Alvarado-Paredes sent over a Facebook message asking if a position was open in their “pastry department” a few years ago.

“I laughed aloud ... ‘pastry department!’

Mellon remembers. “We didn’t have any ‘departments.’ But we looked at her portfolio and were immediately attracted to her skillset.”

Since hiring Alvarado-Paredes, manna’s reputation has grown exponentially because of her delicate endings to every Chavez plate. Mellon calls her work “art.”

“Everything is completely divine,” he praises. “She does what she wants, how she wants . . . She could work anywhere. We are lucky to have her. . . . We sell so many desserts because her reputation is huge. It is impossible to have the truest manna experience without Rebeca getting the last word.”

Between running dinner Tuesday through Sundays, the team stays quite busy—starting at the bar with a delectable libations menu, thanks to Ian Murray, all the way to wait staff’s incredible attention to detail to fun, adventurous dinners and succulent, sweet spots of desserts.

“I throw a lot at them: multiple special menus, off-site obligations, menu changes, and we have been extremely fortunate to have maintained a steady volume of guests,” Mellon tells. “So, they have to produce at a high pace and continue to execute on the plate.”

Maintaining focus and each being eventempered has helped them in an oft-rushed industry of serving food to the public. Their boss calls them poised and graceful. “Even as they are relatively young, and it always seems to amaze me because those traits are usually associated with people with tons of experience,” Mellon explains. “They are very humble. I don’t think they know how good they are. When we get comments, awards and accolades, they remain grounded.” manna is no stranger to receiving accolades either. They secured two AAA Travel 4 diamond awards, one in 2015 and one this year. In fact, they were the first to ever receive the validation in Wilmington. More so, to win two means consistently doing good work. “In my eyes, [the second one] validated the first one,” Mellon says.

Folks who wish to nominate the restaurant or chefs can log onto www.jamesbeard.org and click on the call for entries to hand type their chosen nominees for the 2017 awards.

The official winner will be announced in May 2017 at the annual gala in New York.

“I am pretty new to this, but this [round] is more of a recommended platform where I suspect other people ‘write in’ who they feel are worthy,” Mellon says. “Then I think the JBF looks into the website and tallies votes, and maybe they ask, ‘Who is this Jameson Chavez’ garnering a lot of support?”

A JBF judging panel usually visits the restaurant unannounced to conclude the process of nominees, finalists, and in the end determine a winner. The only other nominee from Wilmington, NC, to make it onto the JBF ballot is Chef Keith Rhodes, owner of Catch, back in 2011. On Dec. 8 chefs from PinPoint Dean Neff and Lydia Clopton will be headed to the James Beard House in NYC to cook a special menu with other NC-based chefs in a “NC Christmas” (tickets: $175; http://bit. ly/2faHvYK.).

Mellon has worked with both Rhodes and Neff and Clopton, most recently in the foundation of 40 Eats—a collective of local chefs

and restaurateurs from Wilmington who host dinners and other food-based events to sustain buying local from agricultural vendors.

40 Eats gives back to the community at large by hosting fundraisers, too. Other 40 Eats members include Port Land Grille’s Anne Steketee and Shawn Wellersdick, James Doss of Pembroke’s and Rx, Tommy Mills of Little Pond Catering, and Christi Ferretti and Kathy Webb of Pine Valley Market.

“It’s something I consider a viable tool to encourage people to recognize that we have an exciting food scene here, and we’ll continue to do our part in making that statement as honest as possible,” Mellon tells.

DETAILS:

James Beard Foundation

Award nominations now underway. www.jamesbeard.org/awards-2

NIP SIP foodtastic events RARE WHISKEY EXPERIENCE Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m.

Front Street Brewery • 9 N. Front St. (910) 251-1935 • frontstreetbrewery.com Meet Michter’s Whiskey Distilles! There will be heavy hor d’ouevres served and folks will get four 3/4 ounce pours to sam-

ple the flavors of Michter’s while learning more about the distillery. Tastings include Michter’s US 1 bourbon, straight rye, sour mash, and unblended American whiskey.

Also they will feature a single barrel 10 year and 20 year bourbon, as well as a barrel strength straight rye.

Tickets are only $20.

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EXTRA>>FEATURE

CHANGING CLIMATE:

Film and speaker series takes on agriculture and water pollution

BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

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limate change has been a growing issue of concern worldwide for decades. It was only in 2015 the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) adopted the Paris Agreement, which just went into effect on Nov. 4. It helps combat greenhouse gases attributed to climate change; however, public education and awareness of what causes and impacts the climate are still crucial in the United States—especially within coastal areas.

To further educate the Wilmington community about various issues surrounding climate change, Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours will host the third and final installment of the Climate Change Film Screening and Speaker Series at the Ironclad Brewery on Nov. 17. The film is the 2014 documentary “Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret,” with filmmakers Kip Andersen and Keegan Kuhn addressing the cattle industry and animal agriculture’s impact on deforestation, water consumption and pollution, greenhouse gases, species extinction, and habitat loss. The event will host a raffle to benefit UNCW’s ECO Upcycle Project. There will also be a solar-powered generator demonstration, which will be donated to Standing Rock Sioux Action protesters in efforts to stop the North Dakota Access Pipeline. encore contributor John Wolfe will close the evening with an essay on climate change, but beforehand keynote speakers are slated to talk.

Dr. Anthony Snider of UNCW’s Dept. of Environmental Studies and Roger D. Shew from the Dept. of Earth and Ocean Sciences and Dept. Environmental Science will open the evening. Shew and Snider will attempt to help convey the film’s message but make local (and even personal) connections for the audience. Snider was on a discussion panel when “Cowspiracy” (also available on Netflix) was shown on UNCW’s campus earlier in the year.

“The film is important because it raises awareness about a component of climate change that both society and most environmental groups are loathe to discuss,” he tells. “Diet is personal, and people don’t like to question the environmental implications of their food. We have come to associate the way we eat with a long-standing definition of the ‘good life.’”

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Shew adds how the footprint left behind from these animal industries are quite massive and have layers of negative effects. “[It’s] relative to land use, energy use, water use, and to greenhouse gas emissions,” he says. “The point to be made is the widespread and sometimes devastating impact of meat production globally and of course locally, too.” encore conversed with Shew and Snider to learn more about the local relevance of “Cowspiracy,” and what to expect at Thursday’s screening, as well as helpful ideas on how to proceed thereafter. encore (e): Can you tell readers more about what you’ll be covering on water pollution and agriculture as a speaker— key ties you plan to make to NC water and agriculture?

Roger D. Shew (RS): I was asked to cover some of the issues of animal operations locally but also globally, and their impact on climate change and water quality. It is important we understand both the economic/societal need for meat, while also understanding we need to work to insure there is as minimal impact as possible on our natural resources. Habitat loss from land conversion is one of the primary drivers for loss of biodiversity for instance. I will show some of the impacts of Hurricane Matthew on our area as an aside with our animal operations/factory farms here in Southeastern NC. Anthony Snider (AS): I will focus on how agriculture impacts water quality through both tillage and runoff. I’ll talk about potential solutions and hurdles to the issues and what is being done in other parts of the world to address them. Since our food system operates, for the most part, at the national and even international scales, I tend to focus on the larger picture rather than just NC. e: In light of recent election results, wherein the president-elect has openly denied the existence of climate change, what do you think this is going to do to awareness, education and action?

RS: First, I am hopeful rhetoric is not policy. In one regard, if denial is promoted, it may galvanize others to take more action. However, I believe what a lot of folks are saying is they don’t believe humans are the prime drivers, and they don’t believe the impacts are as grave as everyone quotes. My opinion is there is abundant

evidence that climate change is occurring (time of rainfall is changing, temperatures and growing seasons are shifting, etc.), and we should be taking actions to mitigate those changes. It is just like insurance: You maybe hope your house doesn’t burn but you want to be prepared in case something does happen—this is basically the precautionary principle. Sea level is a good case in point. Even though [NC] is only considering 30-year projections of sea-level rise, my opinion is this is good, but we should also be thinking further down the road with possibilities. I call this scenario “planning.”

AS: In reality the federal government has made less headway toward addressing climate change than many of the states and even municipalities. The emphasis on federal devolution by the incoming administration may bolster state-led efforts. At this point it is too early to tell what will actually happen at the federal level after January 20. e: How have you approached the topics in the college classroom, and how do you expect the conversation to change, if at all?

RS: I am a geologist that teaches in both the Earth and Ocean Sciences Department and the Environmental Sciences Department. I teach multiple courses that have some aspect of energy, water, biodiversity, coastal processes and sea level, and climate. In fact, one course I teach is “Topics and Issues in Sustainability.” I try to show both the pros and cons of all topics and I try to give ways to address them. For instance, I could easily show you, without changing your lifestyle, how to reduce energy consumption (and therefore emissions) by 10 percent— and we could do the same with water. I think it is important we just don’t give gloom and doom but provide ways we can modify what we do to help with these issues.

AS: I teach a class on these topics at UNCW entitled “Food and the Environment.”

By the time the class starts, we should have a better idea of whom the president-elect will choose to head important natural resources entities, such as the Department of Agriculture. Once we know who will be serving in those roles, we can discuss what to expect from their leadership. e: Who do you envision the target audience being for this event? Are more likeminded folks, who already agree climate change is a top issue, likely to attend/be receptive of the message?

RS: The target audience should be everyone. Unfortunately, it is like many things we do today: You see the same folks. We need to take the conversation further and engage the community, our representatives, etc., on all issues. A good example was recently done by [New Hanover County] on developing the comprehensive plan for the county. If the community is not continuously engaged, and our commissioners/city council don’t ask and involve the community, we drift back to

asking only those in our own sphere for comment. This is the problem we have today with politics. People develop opinions without facts and the whole story. Being passionate is great but you need facts, too—actually, more.

AS: Since the topic of food’s impact on climate change is not even on the general agenda of the American public, I don’t expect to see many people who are new to the subject. My guess is the audience will be primarily composed of folks seeking to gain information to undergird their efforts at spreading awareness of the topic. e: What will be the call to action?

RS: Think! There are things you can do and hopefully influence others to adopt. You don’t have to be totally meatless or eliminate fossil fuels. We need to reduce and transition in a meaningful way but in a way that doesn’t negatively impact the economy and society. I think we can have meaningful reductions as I mentioned above. e: How does, or could, solar energy impact how we approach agricultural related pollution?

RS: Solar is vital for us to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. NC has been a leader in solar installs over the past few years. Solar is not the answer in agricultural water pollution and emissions. We need to reduce and/ or capture some of the methane from factory farms and eliminate wastewater runoff from those farms. Many farmers do a great job but we need more. There is a renewable energy mandate in place in NC to get some energy from swine operations as there is from poultry litter. These are small but we need to act to reduce emissions and runoff.

AS: Most of the pollution is associated with fossil-fuel use, especially petroleum and natural gas. The former is used for many agricultural chemicals and for transportation. The latter is often used in the creation of fertilizer. To the extent solar power can supplant electricity generation by fossil fuels, it can have an indirect impact on agriculture. But our present model is very heavily dependent on fossil fuels for inputs other than electricity. e: Is there anything else you’d like to add about the series as a whole or the next installment?

RS: I hope folks will attend, ask questions, participate, and communicate what we can do to our neighbors and elected officials.

DETAILS:

Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret

Thurs., Nov. 17, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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EXTRA>>BOOK REVIEWS

CARPE LIBRUM:

Revisiting childhood memories and characters for unexpected joy Gordon R. Dickson’s “The Dragon and the George” does include many of characters from the film and the awkward exposition of a human inhabiting a dragon’s body during a quest. In the text, we encounter Jim Eckert, a stymied graduate student of history whose fiancée, Angie, has suddenly been transported to another dimension. He goes after her with intent to effect a rescue, but accidentally lands in the body of a dragon named Gorbash. He arrives to find the other dragons talking with great glee about “The George” they have found. Apparently, they refer to all humans as “Georges” (sort of remincient of calling the Viet Cong “Charlie”).

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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ilmington’s literary community keeps gaining accolades (two National Book Awards nominees in 2015) and attention in the press. With multiple established publishers in the state (Algonquin, John F. Blair) and new smaller presses gaining traction (Eno, Bull City), it is timely to shine a light on discussions around literature, publishing and the importance of communicating a truthful story in our present world.

Welcome to Carpe Librum, encore’s biweekly book column, wherein I will dissect a current title with an old book—because literature does not exist in a vacuum but emerges to participate in a larger, cultural conversation. I will feature many NC writers; however, the hope is to place the discussion in a larger context and therefore examine works around the world.

The Flight of Dragons Harper & Row, 1979

By Peter Dickinson Illustrated by Wayne Anderson pgs. 132 The Dragon and the George Doubleday, 1976

By Gordon R. Dickson pgs. 244

In the 1980s an animated film titled “The Flight of Dragons,” appeared on television. Though it never had the marketing push of “GI Joe” or “Transform-

ers,” if mentioned to most people of my age group, their eyes will light up. The fantasy genre exists for many purposes—the most obvious is escapism in the form of literature. But it also serves to teach values, mores and problem-solving skills in narrative form.

At the core of most fantasy literature is the quest and companions who accompany a hero. Immediately, the ideas of problem-solving, follow-through, teamwork, and loyalty are at the forefront of the reader’s mind, but presented in a palatable, delightful, exciting tapestry that take readers outside of their own lives and into a world which feels heroic.

Right now, I need a little escapism while I try to gain some perspective from a different angle, so I decided to go back and revisit some of my childhood. Thankfully, I had two books waiting for me.

A few months ago, while lamenting I could no longer play my VHS (recorded from the television in 1986) copy of “The Flight of Dragons,” I commented to a friend if he ever saw a DVD in a store to pick it up and I would pay him back for it.

This led to a discussion about the book it was based upon, and the next day he presented me with a copy of Peter Dickinson’s “The Flight of Dragons” and handed me a copy of Gordon R. Dick-

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son’s “The Dragon and the George.” He commented how much of the film’s plot actually came from Dickson’s novel.

Dickinson’s “Flight of Dragons” is an oversized book lavishly illustrated by Wayne Anderson. The story is sort of a natural history of dragons, whereby he explores how they could possibly take flight, breathe fire, hoard gold, and what the natural life cycle from an egg would look like. He compiles a tremendous amount of research on dragons from scholarly text, classics and contemporary literature. An entire chapter is devoted to “Beowulf.” It is a book that can be approached from many different directions and still gives satisfaction. The art alone is worthy of time spent with it.

Anderson’s illustrations are captivating.

It could easily be sold as a coffee-table fine-art book. For some it would be a nice compendium of dragon lore culled from across traditions and neatly contained in one place. For others, it is an interesting meditation on how we communicate and validate information and experiences. Part anthropology, part art history, part folklore study, it uses the structure of a natural history book to explore all themes. It’s a compelling and exciting look at the mythical species. Put simply: It is creative.

While the film does not follow the novel perfectly, it does incorporate a talking wolf, an older dragon named Smrgol, Sir Orrin Neville-Smythe, Carolinus the magician, and the essential nature of the quest to overcome dark forces. Actually, the resolution of the novel is far more satisfying than I expected. Though it has a few clunky moments with world building, the action is compelling and exhilarating. It was exactly what I needed for a bit of a respite from a long and stressful week. It was oddly like coming home to something I loved and discovering a completely new group of people all at the same time.

The male characters are well-developed, but there are only two female characters of note: Angie, who spends most of the book being sought after, and Danielle, an archer of uncommon strength and courage. Dickson models Danielle after an Amazon, but at least she is an object of strength and admiration instead of fragile neediness. Honestly, the book was written in the 1970s, and there are some really dated tropes included, but I still enjoyed every page.

It can be hard to revisit a beloved childhood memory as an adult (so often it can only be done with nostalgia), but to find a deeper more intriguing relationship with the material is an unexpected joy.

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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON

TO-DO CALENDAR events KURE BEACH HOLIDAY MARKET

Nov. 19, 9am: Get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping while supporting local artisans and enjoying beautiful ocean views at the Kure Beach Holiday Market. This year, the Holiday Market is on Saturday, November 19th and 26th at the Ocean Front Park. Market hours are 9am through 3pm. Food trucks will be on site serving up delicious food and Jolly Mon da DJ will be providing musical entertainment. With over 35 art, craft, and food vendors, you’re sure to find a unique gift for everyone on your shop-

ping list! Town will be collecting donations for Toys for Tots during this year’s Holiday Market.

We’ve partnered with our generous vendors to put together two awesome raffle baskets. For every new, unwrapped toy donation you bring, you will receive one entry into the raffle drawing for that day. Ocean Front Park,105 Atlantic Ave.

INTERNATIONAL GAMES DAY

International Games Day is Sat. Nov. 19, 9am, and New Hanover County Public Libraries invite families to drop in to read, learn, and play!

Each library location will offer a variety of board games for visitors to enjoy. This is a free family event and no registration is required. Pleasure

Island Library is also celebrating its first birthday in its expanded space in the Snows Cut Shopping Center. Stop by between 9am-noon for games and birthday cake! Main Library, Northeast Library, and Myrtle Grove Library will bring out the games in the afternoon, from 1-4pm. Main Library: 910-798-6303; Myrtle Grove Library: 910-798-6393; Northeast Library: 910-798-6373; Pleasure Island Library: 910-798-6385.

FEAST OF THE PIRATES

Nov. 19-20, 10am: Each year WHET holds an event coinciding with Riverfest called the Invasion of the Pirates. Last year, we turned things up a notch and changed the name to the Feast

of the Pirates in honor of the festivals that took place in the late 1920’s of the same name. The festival includes a living history encampment with more than 30 reenactors, black powder demonstrations, kid’s treasure hunt and costume contest, merchant’s marketplace, raffle, food trucks and entertainment. Free. Wilmington Chamber of Commerce, 1 Estell Lee Pl. ONE FINE FOTOGRAM

Nov. 19, 1pm: One Fine Fotogram will be participating in a holiday Sip & Shop hosted by Artisan Locale and Terra Sol Sanctuary. Please join us for handmade goods and holiday cheer.

Terra Sol Sanctuary, 507 Castle St

HOLIDAY LIGHTS BOAT CRUISE

Nov. 25, 6pm: Watch the waterfront come alive in the holiday spirit! Enjoy a hot or cold drink aboard the Wilmington.The Wilmington is a 46’ catamaran, handicapped accessible, and with a full bar and a spacious bathroom on board.

Hour cruise boards at 5:30pm. RSVP: (910) 338-3134. $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 4-12. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

charity/fundraisers NAMI WALK FOR AWARENESS

Join us Nov. 19, 9am, at Hugh MacCrae Park for our 14th annual Walk for Awareness! Registration begins at 9:15 AM and the walk begins at 10am. Registration fee is $15, $5 for students, or free for individuals with a mental illness. Will you help us raise awareness for mental health in our community? The registration fee is $15, $5 for students, or free for individuals with a mental illness. Hugh MacRae Park Shelter #6, 1799 South College Rd.

CAUSE BEER

Nov. 19, 6pm: Annual drive during the month of November in Wilmington, NC that partners the Craft Beer Industry to have a positive impact for economically disadvantaged youth. Three ways to drink beer and make a difference! Pint night events, donations jars, and scholarship fundraiser events. CauseBeer Scholarship will provide unlimited pours from 13 NC breweries, unlimited cocktail hors doeurves by A Moveable Feast and music by Mike Blair and the Stonewalls. $60 VIP $40 GA at Eventbrite.com. www.causebeer.org. The Calico Room, 115 N 2nd St. • Nov. 23, 6pm: Pint night at Bombers is a fundraiser through Cause Beer. All proceeds raised helps benefit local children at Christmas and also several high school students for college scholarships. Bombers Beverage Co, 108 Grace St.

ST. MARK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH CRAFT FAIR

Nov. 19, 10am: 17th Annual St. Mark Crafts Fair sponsored by the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians. Free admission. Proceeds go to local charities. Vendor info: Cathy@timelessirishtreasures.com. St. Mark Catholic Church

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Activity Center, 1013 Eastwood Rd. PET PICTURE WITH SANTA

Nov. 19, 10am: Coastal Animal Rescue Effort hosts their 4th annual pet pictures with Santa just in time for your holiday cards. Pictures are taken by local photographer Eric VonBargen.

You will receive the digital copies to have printed at your leisure within 2 weeks of the photo shoot. All proceeds benefit the stray and injured animals of Coastal Animal Rescue Effort. $15 minimum donation, $5 for each additional pet or $30 for the whole family (including humans if you like). All proceeds benefit the Coastal Animal Rescue Effort www.carewilmington.org. Atlantic Animal Hospital & Pet Care Resort, 1808 Sir Tyler Dr.

GALLOP FOR GRAVY

Nov. 24, 8am: Great way to start your Thanksgiving holiday! Get out there with your family and friends and burn some calories before the big feast. Road race in the most beautiful part of Wilmington, Forest Hills. Meet at the YMCA for this fun event. Also benefits many local charities. Gallop for the Gravy, 2710 Market St.

WB TURKEY TROT

Nov. 24, 8:30am: 12th annual Wrightsville Beach Turkey Trot, benefiting Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity, is quickly approaching! On Thanksgiving morning, participants run or walk the timed 5k or untimed 1-mile courses along the beautiful Wrightsville Beach Loop. This race is fun for the entire family and is dog and strollerfriendly. Join us at the race and eat Thanksgiving dinner guilt-free while also supporting Cape Fear Habitat’s mission of providing access to affordable housing in our community! 20% off, register 4 or more 5k participants! Wrightsville Beach Park, #1 Bob Sawyer Dr.

music/concerts DOWNTOWN DRUM CIRCLE

Open drum circle for all levels, ages and drums.

Enjoy an expressive evening with drumming, dance and expression. Longest running drum circle with 4+ years and counting. Calico Room, 115 N 2nd St.

ST. PAUL’S CHORAL EVENSONG

Join us on the second Wednesday of every month for Choral Evensong, followed by supper and Christian Formation discussion. Evensong is a sung service of evening prayer, psalms, canticles, and scripture readings. An ancient part of the Anglican tradition, ever renewing the soul. Sung by the Choir of St. Paul’s. 16 N. 16th St. spechurch.org

CONCERTS ON COLLEGE

Concerts on College presents a solo piano concert by Brazilian pianist Mauricy Martin, performing works by Chopin, Villa-Lobos and other Brazilian composers. An international recitalist and chamber musician, Prof. Martin has been on the piano faculty at the University of Campinas in Brazil since 1985 where he is head of the Piano Department and is also the Artistic Director of the Bačka Palanka International Piano Festival in Serbia. He is frequently invited to present Master Classes in Brazil’s most important institutions of higher education and music festivals. Donations appreciated. All contributions benefit scholarships to UNCW students and the music ministry of the church. Wesley Memorial United Methodist, 1401 S College Rd.

MUSICIANS UNITED FOR A SAFE PLACE

Nov. 16, 7pm: Musicians United for A Safe Place

Benefit Concert intends to connect people. A Safe Place is a woman’s empowerment organization based here in Wilmington that focuses on prevention, advocacy and restoration to assist victims of sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation in recovering ownership of their lives. A group of talented, local musicians will be performing to raise money for this wonderful cause! Featuring an array of genres with bands such as Break The Skyline, The Ryan Mulder Trio and other solo artist this will be an event you won’t want to miss! So come out and support A Safe Place and their vision of creating a world free from commercial sexual exploitation and human trafficking through community partnership, empowerment and opportunity. Tickets can be purchased at Kenan Box Office $5 for students $10 for general public. Kenan Auditoirum, UNCW, 601 S College Rd. THE DRIFTERS

Nov. 18, 7:30pm: “Up on the Roof,” “Under the Boardwalk,“ “This Magic Moment,” “There Goes My Baby,” “Dance with Me,” “Spanish Harlem,” and the list of hits goes on and on. The Drifters, one of rock & roll’s founding vocal groups, is once again touring the U.S. Their songs have been penned by such historic songwriters as Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller, Carole King, Jerry Goffen and Phil Spector. They have played at the White House on 3 occasions, gave a benefit concert in Berlin the day The Wall fell, performed for the Pope, the Queen of England, Nelson Mandela and now for you at Thalian Hall! 310 Chestnut St. Tickets: thalianhall.org.

UNCW JAZZ ENSEMBLE I

Nov. 21, 7:30pm: Bob Russell returns to UNCW to perform with Jazz Ensemble I, UNCW’s largest jazz group, directed by Jerald Shynett. Russell—an institution in southeastern North Carolina and a master of many styles—is well-known for his versiltity, range and depth on jazz guitar.

The evening features compositions by Russell and some of his favorite jazz tunes. Kenan Auditorium UNCW, 601 S. College Rd.

Nov. 27, 6pm: Christina Brier and Kathryn Sloat of harp duo Lilac 94 are performing a concert entitled “Fairy Tales and Christmas Carols” to benefit Wilmington’s City Ballet Orchestra. This concert will evoke the magic of the holiday season with engaging fairy tale works and standar Christmas songs. Mother Goose Suite, Ravel, The Juniper Tree, Rebecca Larkin, Walking in the Air, O Holy Night, and much more. Free, but donations welcome City Ballet Orchestra. St. Mark Catholic Church, 1011 Eastwood Rd.

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theatre/auditions SHOWS FOR DAYS

Red Barn Studio Theatre, through Nov. 20, by Douglas Carter Beane. “Shows For Days” is set in Reading, Pennsylvania, in 1973, when 14-year old Car, the play’s narrator and the author’s alter-ego, is introduced to the world of theater through his local community theatre, the Prometheus Theatre, and its devoted cast and crew which is led by Irene, an indomitable force of nature whose life is dedicated to putting on productions she directs, designs and stars in.

Red Barn Studio Theatre, 1122 S. 3rd St.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

this version was devised and adapted from the French original “La Belle et la Bête.” There will be singing but not the kind you might expect.

Suitable for children and parents alike, this production will have something for everyone. UNCW Cultural Arts Building, 601 S. College Rd. Tickets are $15 for members of the general public, $12 for seniors, UNCW employees, and alum, and $6 for students (sales tax included.) 910-962-3500 or http://uncw.edu/arts/boxoffice.html. (Not the Disney musical version.)

Nov 18-Dec 18, dinner show “A Tuna Christmas”

by Ed Howard, Joe Sears, Jaston Williams. Directed by Nick Smith, feat. Susan Auten & Erin Hunter. Fri./Sat., 7pm; Sundays (starting Dec 4) at 5pm.Seating begins one hour prior to showtime. In this hilarious sequel to “Greater” Tuna, it’s Christmas in the third smallest town in Texas.

Radio station OKKK news personalities Thurston Wheelis and Arles Struvie report on various Yuletide activities, including hot competition in the annual lawn display contest. In other news, voracious Joe Bob Lipsey’s production of “A Christmas Carol” is jeopardized by unpaid electric bills. Many colorful Tuna denizens, some you will recognize from Greater Tuna and some appearing here for the first time, join in the holiday fun.

Performed by two quick-changing actors with a Texas sized holiday meal from TheatreNOW’s award-winning, Chef Denise. Reserved seating $42 for dinner $24 show only (no dinner) $18 show only mezzanine seats (no dinner). TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. www.theatrewilmington.com

Nov. 18, 7pm; Nov. 19-20, 2pm and 7pm: The theft of a single rose has monstrous consequences for Beauty and her father. Because this is no ordinary rose...and this is no ordinary fairytale. Narrated by a pair of mischievous fairies, a very helpful Rabbit, and a Thoughtsnatcher machine, this timeless story of love is sure ANNIE to surprise, delight and enchant. Originally Nov. 20-21, 3pm: The world’s best-loved musiproduced at Royal National Theatre in London,

SWEET POTATO PIE HOLIDAY CONCERT

Nov. 26, 7:30pm: Sweet Potato Pie is a premiere all female band that has been entertaining audiences for over a decade with their classy blend of Americana, Bluegrass, Country and Gospel music mixed together in a style they call “sweetgrass”. Radio and TV are well acquainted with their “angelic” vocals from appearances on PBS, the Food Network and worldwide radio broadcasts. Hailed as the “Lennon Sisters of Bluegrass”, their show revolves around their beautiful 3-part harmonies, hard driving instrumentals and down home humor and story telling. With classic songs from Patsy Cline, Bill Monroe, Flatt and Scruggs and other legends mixed with their chart topping original songs, audiences are in for a sensational night of family entertainment. UNCW Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd.

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WILMINGTON SACRED HARP SINGERS

Nov. 27, 1:30pm: Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers (http://bit.ly/WilmNCSacredHarp) presents a traditional Sacred Harp Singing and invite you to join in the music and raise your voice in song!

This dynamic form of a cappella social singing dates back to Colonial America, using a modern reprint of an 1844 songbook The Sacred Harp. The music is loud, vigorous and intense.

It is meant to be sung, not just observed. No previous experience is necessary. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

FAIRY TALES AND CHRISTMAS CAROLS

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cal returns in time-honored form. Directed by original lyricist and director Martin Charnin and choreographed by Liza Gennaro, this production of ANNIE will be a brand new incarnation of the iconic original, featuring book and score by Tony Award-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, ANNIE includes such unforgettable songs as “It’s the Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “I Don’t Need Anything But You,” plus the eternal anthem of optimism, “Tomorrow.” Wilson Center, 703 N 3rd St Tickets: 910-362-7999. capefearstage.com

dance CONTRA DANCE

Evening of contemporary American country dancing—exercise that’s actually fun, done to live music by Box of Chocolates band—fiddle, percussion, guitar, dulcimer, bass, mandolin and more! Dress cool and comfortable, softsoled shoes. 2nd/4th Tues ea. mo. All ages welcome. United Methodist Church, 409 S. 5 Ave.

GRATITUDE OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT

Nov. 17, 6:30pm: Page to Stage Unlimited presents a series of staged readings of original, locally-written works offering a mix of comedy and drama with a different theme the third Thursday of each month. For November the theme is “Gratitude or Something Like That.” with four readings, including: Ron Hasson’s “I’m with Cupid,” or love is hard; Marc Matney will share three works: two short film scripts, “The Last Unicorn,” about the last one, who happens to be a jerk and “Stand-Up Tragedian:

an ironic comedy”; plus scenes from the play “Professor Moriarty’s Miracle Ancient Grecian Elixir,” everything you wanted to know about medicine shows; Ken Vest offers two scenes from his work in progress: “Make Me an Angel” and Lynn Ingram will read some of her original poetry. Give your reactions and feedback in a nurturing environment to Page to Stage’s members. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th St. WORKS-IN-PROGRESS

Nov. 20, 2pm: Dance Cooperative, in association with CAM, provides informal showings to afford working choreographers and dancers a place to present works in progress to be reviewed and critiqued in a nurturing environment. The public is invited to witness the creative process through its many stages and provide assistance to help the creator grow the works to realize their concepts to the fullest potential. For more information and if you are interested in presenting work, e-mail dancecooperative@gmail.com no later than the Monday preceding each showcase. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th St.

MOSCOW BALLET

Nov. 22, 7:30pm: Biggest Christmas experience of the year...see the original, direct from Russia, Moscow Ballet Great Russian Nutcracker! “Hot Ticket!” raves the New York Times. “Bravura expertise,” from the Los Angeles Times. Enchant the whole family with larger than life puppets, magical winged clock, 60 foot growing Christmas tree and spectacular hand-made costumes and sets from Russia. A

must-see event, witness the world’s best dancers live! UNCW Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd. NATIONAL THEATRE ENCORE: HAMLET

Nov. 29, 1pm: Academy Award nominee Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. Directed by Lyndsey Turner (Posh, Chimerica) and produced by Sonia Friedman Productions, National Theatre Live will broadcast this eagerly awaited production live to cinemas. As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father’s death but paralysed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state. UNCW Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd.

comedy OPEN MIC COMEDY

After a long absence, the Browncoat is excited to once again host Open Mic Comedy, hosted

by Hal Cosec! You think you’ve got what it takes to make an entire theater laugh? Come on out and prove it! Doors open at 7:30pm for signups, and the show starts at 8pm. Free! Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace St.

OPEN MIC

The wildest open mic in town ... anything goes. (except cover songs). Stand-up comedy, slam poetry, video, live music, odd talents—performances of all kinds. Hosted by 6-beer Steve.

Signup, 8pm, and runs all night. Juggling Gypsy 1612 Castle St. ILM, (910) 763-2223 daily after 3pm for details. www.jugglinggypsy.com.

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Brent Blakeney headlines comedy bingo at Dead Crow, Tuesday nights, 8pm. Free show featuring the best comics from all over the Southeast, all while playing bingo along with the words they say! Win prizes and enjoy discount tacos! Hosted by Louis Bishop with in-booth side kick comedian Lew Morgante. Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

DEAD CROW

Nov. 18-19, 7:30pm/9pm: Eddie Ifft has been called one of the most underrated comics in America by the Onion and has proudly told jokes around the world to sold-out crowds in over 15 countries. Most recently Eddie is cohost of one of the most successful podcasts in the comedy world called Talkin’ Sh*t. He has recently released his DVD, “I Love Pussy.” which is the follow up to his critically acclaimed DVD “Live From Australia” which was filmed in front of a sold out audience at the Sydney Opera House in Sydney Australia. Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

art SAME VIEW

‘Same View ~ Different Day’ Backyard Series is a 3 year photographic exploration of the movement of tides, the art of clouds and the beauty of nature as seen by Artist Jo Ann Tomaselli from her own backyard. Platypus & Gnome Restaurant, downtown, 9 S Front St.

WILMINGTON: THEN AND NOW CONTEST

The Bellamy Museum invites artists to submit their inspirational ideas and be named the 2017 Commemorative Postcard. Submissions for the postcard contest must be received by Dec. 1st, 2016 via email or in person at the museum

(503 Market St.). Winner(s) will be selected by the Bellamy Museum Spring Art Show committee on Dec. 15th, 2016. The contest is open to all North Carolina artists 18 years of age and older. No fee. info@bellamymansion.org. 910251-3700 FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT

Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, Wilmington’s premier after-hours celebration of art and culture, 6-9pm, fourth Friday of ea. month. Features art openings, artist demonstrations, entertainment and refreshments. Administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County, numerous venues participate. Full list: artscouncilofwilmington.org

ARTWORKS OPEN STUDIO

Resident Artists at theArtWorks open their studios, Fri., 10-6, and Sat., 10-3, for the public to view them create and sell their art. Artists and art vary from fine art in oils, acrylics, and water color, to sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography, original art cards. Willard St. is central to the developing district between South Front and Third streets, now known as the Cape Fear Historic Byway. 200 Willard St.

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Leland Cultural Arts Center is accepting applications for their Gallery Program for the 2017 calendar year. Selected Artists will display their 2D or 3D artworks in the gallery for a month in the upcoming year and have an opening reception. Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way. www.townofleland.com/lcac

DIVERSE WORKS

Diverse Works’ Biophilia Exhibition—Explore “an artist’s love of living thing”, works by MJ Cunningham, Christine Bosna-Farley, Justine Ferreri, Liz Hosier, Anne Sinclair, Peggy Vineyard and Katherine Wolf Webb. Opening reception on 4th Friday, Oct. 28, 5-9pm at ACME Art Studio, 711 N. Fifth St. Runs through Nov. 19.

BEYOND CANVAS

Beyond Canvas at New Elements Gallery features three-dimensional works from Eileen Braun, Aaron Wilcox, and Louellen VernonWhite. Each of these artists creates bold, statement-making sculptures. It will remain on view until Nov. 11. 201 Princess St., 2nd and Princess, in historic downtown Wilmington. Tues.Sat., 11am-6pm.

UNCW STUDENT EXHIBITION

Nov. 17, 5:30pm is reception for UNCW Senior Exhibition—the culmination of study in studio art. It is juried by the studio art faculty and mounted by the graduating seniors. It is the capstone event for the graduating seniors.

Exhibition continues through December 10.

UNCW, Art Gallery, Cultural Arts Building, 601 S. College Rd.

THE COLORFUL SERIES: PLACES & SPACES

Nov. 18, 6pm: Local artist Rhonda Schoolfield’s show will hang through the holidays (November 16th - January 5th), and will be featured on the Fourth Friday Gallery Walk, November 25th. Partial sales from original watercolor and acrylic paintings will be donated to a local animal rescue. A Tasting Room retains 20% of the sales price, remaining 80% goes to The Ruffian Foundation or an animal rescue charity chosen by the art patron. Saving and improving the lives of many dogs and cats! A Tasting Room, 19 South 2nd St.

NO BOUNDARIES ART COLONY EXHIBIT

Nov. 19, 6pm: This event will be show casing the work of 14 No Boundaries artisans from North Carolina that were chosen to participate

in this years colony. The work was created during a 2 week artistic immersion, which takes place annually in the first 2 weeks in November on Bald Head Island. The artists for this years event include: Ben Billingsley, Richard Conn, Nat Dickinson, Brandon Guthrie, Chip Hemingway, Rebecca Jones, Anne Lindberg, Shaun Richards, Vicky Smith, Gayle Tustin and Genevieve VanZandt. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery (CFCC), 200 Hanover St. EXPO 216

Nov. 25, 6pm: Fourth Friday will celebrate learning about Ocean Plastic, the harm it does to the marine environment, and action we can take against plastic pollution. We will have new exhibits throughout the year, so come by to see what we will be adding this month. We look forward to seeing you. Feat. wilflide photographer David Liittschwager, guest artist Bonnie Monteleone, sculpture and mural artists Justin Campbell and Bryan Stacy, mixed-media and acrylic paint artists Graham Pelletier and Rebekah Todd, guest painter Alexandra Morse, and nine fashion designers. All designs demonstrate a plastic issue. 216 N. Front St.

AT HOME AND ABROAD: WATERCOLORS, OILS AND PRINTS

Open weekdays: 10am-4pm. Closing Reception: Fri., Nov. 25, but on display until Jan. 13.

Walk into the Saturday morning market in the piazza in Orvieto, Italy. See watercolors painted from life in the NC mountains, Umbrian and Tuscan hilltowns, and landscapes of Spain, France and Canada. Pick out some small linocuts, printed from cut blocks on a variety of fine papers. Virginia Wright-Frierson’s work is all inspired by the sights and sounds of nature.

Features works in three different mediums from the last several years, from the tiniest prints to life-sized oils. MC Erny Gallery at WHQR, 254 North Front St.

museums/education CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Through Jan. 15, 2017: Cameron Art Museum presents UnBound Narrative, an exhibition featuring nine contemporary artists from across the globe (United States, Canada, England and Cuba) who utilize the book as medium and inspiration to create their visual narrative. The forty diverse artworks in the exhibition (including 100 pages from three different versions of Tom Phillips’ groundbreaking project A Humument) show how varied the medium can be. Features work by James Allen (Portland, OR), Doug Beube (New York, NY), Andrew Hayes (Penland, NC), Guy Laramée (Montreal, Canada), Math Monahan (Boston, MA), Tom Phillips (London, England), Susan Porteous (Bend, OR), Diana Fonseca Quiñones (Havana, Cuba) and Tim Rollins and K.O.S (New York, NY). CAM will offer an array of exhibition-related programming, including our monthly Kids @ CAM, youth classes, adult workshops, engaging lectures and gallery talks. • Through Feb. 12, 2017: Art from Flour: Barrel to Bag—Examining the history of the humble flour sack, Art From Flour: Barrel to Bag illustrates how a food staple became a reflection of art and life in America. Guest curated by Edward Irvine, associate professor of studio art in the UNCW department of art and art history. Remarks given at 6:30 p.m. • CAM Café is open and serving their delicious menu with full bar available for purchase from 5pm9pm. CAM Café: Tues,-Sat,, 11am-3pm; Sun.,

10am-3pm; Wed.-Thurs. 5-9pm. 910-395-5999. cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th 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 WB. (910) 256-2569. 303 W. Salisbury St. www. wbmuseum.com.

STARRING CAPE FEAR

New Hanover County’s Cape Fear Museum is proud to showcase highlights of the region’s film history with the opening of its newest exhibit, Starring Cape Fear! Visitors can explore the history of the local film and television production industry from the 1980s to the present day.

View artifacts from several productions including Firestarter, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dawson’s Creek, One Tree Hill and Tammy. See a cape and the ear from Blue Velvet, an Iron Man 3 mask, and the jet ski beloved by Kenny Powers (Danny McBride) in Eastbound & Down.

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. Tues.-Sat., 9am-5pm; Sun.,1-5pm.

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM

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

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

By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $5 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child, ages 2-12, and free under age 2. Northend of downtown, 505 Nutt St. 910763-2634. wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE

Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered MonFri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org

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, it focuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St. BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE

18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd/ Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm.

(910) 762-0570. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits. playwilmington.org. 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534

kids stuff SUPER SATURDAY FUN TIME

Appropriate for ages 4-10, but all ages welcome. Dock the Dog and Dock Street Kids for 10 exciting episodes of Super Saturday Fun Time, TheatreNOW’s live theatrical show featuring local history and mystery and super guest stars, hosted by Captain Coy T. Plunkett (Zach Hanner). Live music, games, cartoons, short films, and his favorite surf “nuggets.” Dock Street Kids and their always-hungry dog, Dock, solve adventures. Parents can even drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly snacks and drinks available for purchase. Custom birthday packages with a chance to interact with all characters and step onstage to be in the action.

STORY EXPLORERS

Cameron Art Museum, every Thurs., 1010:30am: Admission by donation. Bring your infant, toddler or preschooler for story time, gallery exploration and an art project! georgia@ cameronartmuseum.org for more info. 3201 S. 17th St.

PIRATE ISLAND TREASURE HUNT

Perfect tour for kids! A pirate guide will take you on a two hour cruise to the legendary spot where Captain Kidd burried his ill-gotten booty.

Dig for the hidden treasure and find hidden gems on Masonboro Island. Book your reservation by calling (910) 200-4002. $30/adult and $20/child. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

FRIDAYS FOR FUN

Volleyball instruction for kid every Friday at 4:30. No need to pre-register, just show up and

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CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM

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

Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.

BELLAMY MANSION

One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the

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play! $10 for 1 or bring 3 kids, $20! All skills welcome! Capt’n Bills Backyard Grille, 4240 Market St. MUSEUM EXPLORERS MYRTLE BEACH

11am: 1st program; 2pm: 2nd Program—Free for members or with general admission Ignite your curiosity! Discover history, science and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear through interactive science investigations, hands-on exploration and unique artifacts. Activities are designed to stimulate curiosity and encourage families to have fun together. Themes vary.

Ages 5 and up. Appx. 45 minutes each time slot. Adult participation is rqd. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

STORY ART

Special program for kids in kindergarten through second grade. At each session they’ll hear a story that incorporates a different art concept, then have time to apply what they’ve seen and heard as they make their own art! Free but space limited. Register www.nhclibrary.org for the dates your child will attend, to be sure of having enough seats and art materials. Julie: jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6303. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

TENNIS CLINIC

Little Aces Clinic, ages: 5-8. Mon/Wed: Session 3: 11/9, 14, 16, 21. Times: 3:45pm-4:45pm. • Super Aces Clinic, ages 9-12. $60/session.

Clinics are a great way to improve your child’s hand/eye coordination, meet new friends, and have fun. Basic strokes such as forehands, backhands, volleys, and overheads. Empie Park, 3405 Park Ave. www.wilmingtonnc.gov

FRENCH PLAYGROUP

Thurs., 10am: Chantez! Jouez! Rencontrez des nouveaux amis! Sing, play, and meet new friends at French Playgroup at the Main Library!

Informal hour where young kids and parents/ caregivers can hear and try out some French words. Free and no advance registration is needed. Main Library Children’s Room at 910798-6303 or sdemarco@nhcgov.com. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

PRE-K MATH AND SCIENCE

Thurs, 10am: Play, learn, and explore with your child. Math and science concepts will be introduced through interactive story times, hands on science experiments and exploration stations.

This program is designed for children between the ages of 3-6. Free. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

LEGO CHALLENGE

DON’T MISS! 11/23 –Tru Sol 12/3– The Molly Ringwalds 12/30 – Corey Smith For more concerts and events, go online at HOB.COM/MYRTLE BEACH 4640 HWY 17 S. Barefoot Landing 843.272.3000

NHC Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 S. College Rd. Maureen Weinman, mweinman@nhcgov.com, 910-798-6393. Lego Challenge at Myrtle Grove Library is a fun way for kids to practice problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, visualizing three dimensional structures, communication, and motor skills! Participating children may work alone or in groups. Legos are scheduled on the third Tuesday of each month at New Hanover County’s Myrtle Grove Library. The sessions are free for kids ages 5 to 10. Space is limited, so preregister: www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6393. 5155 S. College Rd.

outdoors/recreation INSHORE BOTTOM FISHING

Trip includes: bait, tackle, rods, and a licensed guide. Catch flounder, black sea bass, bluefish, and more while we drift along Banks Channel. Fun for all ages! $35/adult and $25/child.

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Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

BIRDING CRUISE

Join Capt Joe as he guides you on an open water exploration of the Intracoastal Waterway, inlet passages, and sandy barrier islands of Wrightsville Beach and Masonboro Island.

Come relax on the catamaran style boat while observing the diverse flora and fauna that coastal North Carolina has to offer. Topics will include as strong emphasis on shorebird identification and ecology, as well as coastal salt marsh function. $35 and $25/Senior. WB Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

EAGLE ISLAND KAYAK TOUR

Explore Davis Creek and the Cape Fear River along Eagle Island learning about its history while observing wildlife. Cost: $45/person. Prereg. rqd. 341-0075 or reg., halyburtonpark.com.

Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

BIRD HIKES

Each hike: $10/person. Pre-reg. rqd. Each month we will explore a different site along the NC Birding Trail in the Coastal Plain. Each hike will be appx. 2 miles. Transportation from Halyburton Park is included. 10/27 - Sunset Beach/Bird Island; 11/10 - Greenfield Lake; 12/15 - Wrightsville Beach. Call 341-0075 or Register Online at www.halyburtonpark.com.

Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

film FACING THE SURGE CLIMATE CHANGE

Nov. 9, 7pm: Join us at Stanback Coastal Education Center to watch a free screening of Facing the Surge, an exciting new documentary short film that documents the tangible costs of sea level rise for the people of Norfolk, VA. Norfolk is home to the largest naval base in the country and to thousands of hard-working Americans struggling to adapt to the rising tides and an uncertain future. After the film, there will be a panel discussion with filmmaker Diogo Castro Freire and Citizens’ Climate Lobby. Fred and Alice Stanback Education Center, 309 W Salisbury St. Also showing Nov. 10, 6pm, at downtown’s Cape Fear River Watch, 617 Surry St.

classes ART CLASSES

Watercolor and Colored Pencils, Shells and Sea Creatures, Nov. 14, 10am: project will teach you great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. • Multimedia Nature Print, Wed., 10am-noon and 2-4pm: Learn great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. • Paper Quilt Collage, 10am-noon and 2-4pm: This project will teach you great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. • Oil Pastel/Colored Pencil Designs, Sat., 10am-noon: This project will teach you great creative skills in a fun, easy to do project that will produce beautiful results. Sign up and see $20 for one/ $75 for all projects. Materials supplied. loislight@bellsouth.net or call 910 547-8115. Sun Room Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure

WINE AND WATERCOLOR

Led by Nick Mijak. Every Tues. evening starting at 7:30 class is led by local watercolor artist Nick Mijak, we always enjoy a nice glass of wine while we learn some fundamental techniques of

the mysterious medium of watercolor. The idea is to take the fear out of watercolor and learn the fun. All the materials are provided, and each participant gets a completed painting they are proud of by the end of the evening. Come join the fun, at Bar Local! Bar Local, Bellas: 19 Market St. KIDS COOKING CLASSES

The Seasoned Gourmet is inviting kids 12 years old and older to embark on a culinary world tour! On this trip you will enjoy hands-on experience cooking in the African, Italian, Mexican and French traditions with our instructor, Sherry Storms. Each class will focus on a different county from which you will learn geographical and cultural facts; as well as, recipes native to these areas. All you have to pack for this trip is an apron! All classes are 6-8pm; 12 years and older. 5500 Market Street Suite 110.

BOOK MAKING FOR TEENS

Teens ages 12 and older will use recycled library materials to construct personalized sidebound books at this workshop. Participation is free and all tools and materials will be provided, but space is strictly limited. Reg, opens a month before the workshop on the calendar at www. nhclibrary.org. 910-798-6303 or email Shannon Vaughn at svaughn@nhcgov.com. NHC Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 South College Rd.

BOOK NOOK

Hands-on computer workshop at Northeast Library is for avid readers! Librarian Carla Sarratt will walk you through a variety of online tools for the reading community. At this training session you’ll learn tricks and tips for discovering reading and readalike suggestions using the Library’s own online catalog and website, NoveList, and Goodreads. You’ll also explore self-published books by Indie authors on Biblioboard! Seats are limited and preregistration is required for this free workshop. Please use the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org or call 910798-6371. Carla Sarratt at 910-798-6371 or csarratt@nhcgov.com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

SEAMANSHIP CLASS

Cape Fear Sail & Power Squadron will offer a Seamanship course that will begin Wednesday, 2 Nov 2016. Class will meet for 8 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm at the CFCC (Union Station Bldg) classroom U-529. Free off-street parking in campus lot. Cost is $65 (member) or $81 (non-member). Spouses/partners can share the textbooks for additional $10 or $12.50. Ed LoBalbo: educationofficer@capefearsailandpowersquadron.org.

HALYBURTON PARK FITNESS CLASSES

Yoga classes every Wed., 9am, through Dec. 28 (no class on Nov. 23 and Dec. 21) and at 6:30pm, through Dec. 28 (no class on Nov. 23 and Dec. 21). Cost is $52.50. • Zumba classes held every Wed., 5:30pm, through Dec. 28 (no classes on Nov. 23 and Dec. 21) and every Thurs., 9am, through Dec. 29 (no classes Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 22). Cost is $30. • Senior Fit Camp held every Thurs., 10am, through Dec. 29 (no classes Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 22). Cost is $45. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

DISCOVERING GOD

Nov. 19, 10am: Eight-week seminar/discussion on Christian Mysticism. Local author John Evans will use the draft copy of his new book, “Discovery Prayer, Experiencing God as Jesus Did,” to spur discussion and a sharing of Christian prayer/meditation methods. Poetry by the author and other mysticis will flavor our experi-

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ence. Church history, theology and modern day research will also be explored. Intent is to equip those who attend the seminar to make a fresh and more effective approach to intimacy with God. RSVP: insightbuilders@gmail.com and I will email the printed material we will use for our first session. Pomegranite Bookstore Coffee Shop, 4418 Park Ave. MANAGING INVESTMENTS W/VALUE LINE AND MORNINGSTAR

Nov. 22, 10am: Learn how to track your investments online and keep an eye on market analysis and trends, using New Hanover County Public Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s subscriptions to Value Line and Morningstar. This hands-on workshop with Librarian Carla Sarratt is an introduction to free tools that can help you make money smart decisions. Free but space is limited; RSVP, 910798-6371.NHC Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE CLASS

Nov. 22, 6:30pm: Did you know that the average person gains 7-10 pounds from October to January?? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want this to happen you? Join the Weight Loss Challenge class at Nutrition Revolution where you can learn how to make healthy choices and stay on track during the holiday season! Every Tuesday night from 630730 starting October 25th. $39 Start up fee for 7 week class. Whoever loses the most weight throughout the class duration wins a cash prize.

Nutrition Revolution, 1501 Dunlea Court

GENEAOLOGY AND CULTURE RESEARCH

Nov. 29, 10am: Learn how to trace your genealogy in Ancestry Plus, Heritage Quest Online, and other New Hanover County Public Library database subscriptions! Access is free with your NHC Library card. Hands-on workshop

with Librarian Carla Sarratt will also explore what you can find in the Cultures of America database suite, which includes the African American Experience, Latino American Experience, American Indian Experience, and Pop Culture Universe. Attendance at this workshop is free but space is limited, so please register on the online calendar or by calling 910-798-6371.

Carla Sarratt at the Northeast Library Reference Desk, 910-798-6371 or csarratt@nhcgov.com.

NHC Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. ERESOURCES DROP IN HELP

Nov. 29, 1:30pm: You bought yourself a new electronic toy, and now youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re wondering what to do with it? Reference Librarian Annice Sevett has set aside a few hours for new laptop, tablet, and smartphone owners to drop in and get connected to their virtual library. Learn how to access electronic books, audiobooks, magazines, music, video, language learning courses, general college courses, standardized exam preparation courses, and more! You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need a reservation, just bring your device and any cables that came with it, and your New Hanover County Library card. Annice Sevett at 910-7986371 or asevett@nhcgov.com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

IMAGE-EDITING APPS

Nov. 30, 2pm: Want to learn how to edit and enhance the photos you take with your tablet or smartphone? Reference Librarian Annice Sevett will introduce several apps that can help take your photos from average to spectacular!A hands-on workshop, so please bring your tablet or smartphone. Attendance is free but space is limited, so please register on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org or call 910-798-6371 for a reservation. Registration opens November 2 at

2:00 pm. Annice Sevett at 910-798-6371 or asevett@nhcgov.com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. COME WRITE

Nov. 30, 5pm: f youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re participating in NaNoWriMo, or maybe just facing your own personal writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s block, Come Write In at Northeast Library! Librarian and writer Carla Sarratt will offer writing prompts and word sprints to help you meet your writing goal for the day. Informal meet-up with other writers is free but reservations are requested. Bring your laptop or other writing tools. National Novel Writing Month, aka NaNoWriMo, visit http://nanowrimo.org. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. 910-798-6371 or csarratt@nhcgov.com.

lectures/literary PEDALING FOR PAGES BOOK CLUB

nanowrimo.org/. Carla Sarratt: 910-798-6371, or by emailing csarratt@nhcgov.com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. NATIVE AMERICAN HEALTH ISSUES

Nov. 19, 2pm, Dr. Ronny Bell will speak about Native American health issues and about inequities minorities face in the health system, in conjunction with the touring exhibit â&#x20AC;&#x153;Native Voices: Native Peoplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Concepts of Health and Illness.â&#x20AC;? No reservations are needed to attend this free program or to see the exhibit. Enrolled member of the Lumbee tribe, Dr. Bell is chair of both the North Carolina American Indian Health Board, and the North Carolina Diabetes Advisory Council. Jennifer Daugherty at jdaugherty@ nhcgov.com or 910-798-6305.

ATLANTIS MAGAZINE RELEASE

Nov. 19, 8pm: Atlantis Magazine releases its 74th Issue on November 19 at Reel Cafe. Doors open at 7 P.M. Will Daube kicks off the night at 8 P.M. followed by readings from the magazine.

Headliner UNITY carries the party into the night at 10 P.M. Food provided. Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.

Arrive by bike to receive the bicycle discount everyday. We do have a bike rack just outside the door and two more on the block. The group will read a selection that includes, fiction, biogTRAVIS GILBERT raphy, history, and memoir. Open to all levels Gilbert will talk on the Ladies Memorial Associaof bicycle interest and ability. Meetings are tion, who just after the Civil War made it their last Thursday of the month at 6pm. Octâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Two mission to inter or re-inter the bodies of ConfedWheels: A Cycling Murder Mystery by Greg erate soldiers and to raise monuments in their Moody. Novâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Bike Snob: Systematically and honor. Federal Point History Center, 1121 N. Mercilessly Realigning the World of Cycling by Lake Park Blvd.

BikeSnobNYC. Old Books on Front St., 249 N. ANNIE IPOCK Front St. Funny woman Ann Ipock returns to PomegranBEGIN THE CONVERSATION CLINICS ate with her fourth collection of Southern humor, Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host free Begin â&#x20AC;&#x153;Life is Short, Pack You Bags Now!â&#x20AC;? Join us for the Conversation clinics from 10-11 a.m. the a fun evening Tues., Nov. 22, 7pm, filled with third Fri. of ea. mo., Phillips LifeCare & CounselAnnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature humor that has appeared in the ing Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. Free to adults, Georgetown Times, Columbia Country Maga18 and older, will provide attendees information zine, Salt, and more. Pomegranate Books, 4418 and resources to think about and plan for future Park Ave. healthcare decisions. Attendees will receive specific strategies for initiating conversations that can significantly reduce family stress and improve quality of care. Advance directives will be supplied so healthcare instructions can be legally documented. Jason Clamme, 910-796- POKEMON LEAGUE Come out to Cape Fear Games on Sunday eve7943. jason.clamme@lcfh.org. nings to catch them all by learning to play the HISTORY/ARTIFACTS OF CF RIVER INDIANS Pokemon Trading Card game, battle and trade Dr. Philip Garwood will speak about the history in the video games, or enjoy the storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pokeand artifacts of the Cape Fear River Indians at mon Go Pokestop. All ages are welcome to our the opening reception for the traveling exhibit family friendly environment. www.facebook. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Native Voices: Native Peoplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Concepts of com/groups/CFGPokemon. Cape Fear Games, Health and Illness,â&#x20AC;? at the Main Library in down4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D town Wilmington. Free and no reservations are FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC needed. Dr. Garwood is the author of the book Format of Magic: The Gathering tournaments, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape Fear River Indians,â&#x20AC;? published in 2013 held on Friday nights in gaming stores and aswith a grant from International Paper. He is an sociations all across the world. They are deaward winning professor of geology at Cape signed to be a beginner-friendly introduction to Fear Community College. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Native Voices: Naorganized play. Standard format. $6 fee paid totive Peoplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Concepts of Health and Illnessâ&#x20AC;? is wards prize support for event. Prizes are a pack an exhibition developed by the National Library per win and also if you complete all 4 rounds. of Medicine, and traveling to 104 U.S. libraries Event begins at 7pm, reg. begins at 6pm. Arrive between 2016 and 2020, and will be at New early for event reg. Free play, $6 entry fee first Hanover Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Main Library from Nov. 14 FNM Free. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander to Dec. 14. Free and open to the public during Dr., Ste D. normal library hours. www.nhcgov.com or 910BIRTH CIRCLE 798-6307.

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Breastfeeding USA counselor, and Postpartum Doula, Jess Zeffiro will moderate a free Pregnancy Meetup Group. Expectant mothers are invited to pop into the group at any time to share their stories, ask questions, and connect with great area resources. Share your stories with each other and have any pregnancy and birth related questions answered in a supportive and caring environment. The Bump & Beyond, 8903 S. Kerr Ave. LA LECHE LEAGUE

Sat., 10am, meetings are informal and are open to pregnant women, mothers, babies and children. If you have questions about breastfeeding or just would like to meet other breastfeeding mothers, this is the meeting for you. La Leche League Leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own babies and who have been trained and accredited by La Leche League International to help mothers and mothers-to-be with all aspects of breastfeeding. Available by phone for breastfeeding questions or concerns. The Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.

MID-WEEK HOLY EUCHARIST

Join us every Wed. at 12:10 p.m. for Holy Eucharist followed by community lunch (suggested donation, $5). www.spechurch.com.

910-762-4578. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St.

STORY PARK GRAND OPENING

Nov. 16, 5pm: If you’re participating in NaNoWriMo, or maybe just facing your own personal writer’s block, Come Write In at Northeast Library! Librarian and writer Carla Sarratt will offer writing prompts and word sprints to help you meet your writing goal for the day. This informal meet-up with other writers is free but reservations are requested. Bring your laptop or other writing tools. http://nanowrimo.org. 910-7986371 or csarratt@nhcgov.com.

TIDEWATER CAMELLIA CLUB SHOW AND SALE

This event is free and open to the public, Nov. 19, 10am-4pm. Local camellia exhibitors will display hundreds of award winning blooms.

There will be camellia presentations and education displays to help answer any camellia growing questions you may have. Be sure to stop by our expanded sale of award winning camellias!

Come early for the best selection! Details at www.tidewatercamelliaclub.org. New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Dr.

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

There is a 97 percent chance you will not engage in the following activities within the next 30 days: naked skydiving, tight-rope walking between two skyscrapers, getting drunk on a mountaintop, taking ayahuasca with Peruvian shamans in a remote rural hut, or dancing ecstatically in a muddy pit of snakes. However, I suspect you will be involved in almost equally exotic exploits—although less risky ones—that will require you to summon more pluck and improvisational skill than you knew you had.

By the time he died at the age of 87 in 1983, free-thinker Buckminster Fuller had licensed his inventions to more than 100 companies. Along the way, he often had to be patient as he waited for the world to be ready for his visionary creations. He was ahead of his time, dreaming up things that would be needed before anyone knew they’d be needed. I encourage you to be like him in the coming weeks, Libra. Try to anticipate the future. Generate possibilities that people are not yet ripe to accept, but eventually will be ready to embrace.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) “The Onion,” my favorite news source, reported, “It’s perfectly natural for people to fantasize about sandwiches other than the one currently in their hands.” You shouldn’t feel shame, the article said, if you’re enjoying a hoagie but suddenly feel an inexplicable yearning for a BLT or pastrami on rye. While I appreciate this reassuring counsel, I don’t think it applies to you in the coming weeks. In my opinion, you have a sacred duty to be unwaveringly faithful, both in your imagination and your actual behavior—as much for your own sake as for others’. I advise you to cultivate an up-to-date affection for and commitment to what you actually have, and not indulge in obsessive fantasies about “what-ifs.”

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

I hesitate to deliver the contents of this horoscope without a disclaimer. Unless you are an extremely ethical person with a vivid streak of empathy, you might be prone to abuse the information I’m about to present. So please ignore it unless you can responsibly employ the concepts of benevolent mischief and tricky blessings and cathartic shenanigans. Ready? Here’s your oracle: *Now is a favorable time for grayer truths, wilder leaps of the imagination, more useful bullshit, funnier enigmas, and more outlandish stories seasoned with crazy wisdom.*

“We all have ghosts inside us, and it’s better when they speak than when they don’t,” author Siri Hustvedt wrote. The good news, Sagittarius, is in recent weeks your personal ghosts have been discoursing at length. They have offered their interpretation of your life’s central mysteries and have provided twists on old stories you thought you had all figured out. The bad news is they don’t seem to want to shut up. Also, less than 25 percent of what they have been asserting is actually true or useful. But here’s the fantastic news: Those ghosts have delivered everything you need to know for now and will obey if you tell them to take an extended vacation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Kavachi is an underwater volcano in the Southwest Pacific Ocean. It erupts periodically, and in general makes surrounding water so hot and acidic human divers must avoid it. Yet, some hardy species live there, including crabs, jellyfish, stingrays, and sharks. What adaptations and strategies enable them to thrive in such an extreme environment? Scientists don’t know. I’m going to draw a comparison between you and the resourceful creatures living near Kavachi. In coming weeks, I bet you’ll flourish in circumstances normal people might find daunting.

tors syndiCate BOARD GAME NIGHT

Thurs., 6pm: Join the Wilmington Board Game group and the Wilmington Board Game Meetup group for a night of Board Games and more. No experience necessary. Bring your own game

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Seventeenth-century British people used the now-obsolete word “firktytoodle.”

It meant “cuddling and snuggling accompanied by leisurely experiments in smooching, fondling, licking, and sweet dirty talk.” The coming weeks will be prime time for you to carry out extensive experiments in this activity. But here’s an interesting question: Will the near future also be a favorable phase for record levels of orgasmic release? The answer: maybe, but if and only if you pursue firkytoodle as an end in itself; if and only if you relish teasing and playing as if they were ultimate rewards, and don’t relegate them to being merely preliminary acts for pleasures that are supposedly bigger and better. P.S. These same principles apply not just to your intimate connections, but to everything else in your life, as well. Enjoying the journey is as important as reaching a destination.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Here’s an experiment worth trying: Reach back into the past to find a remedy for what’s bugging you now. In other words, seek out on an old, perhaps even partially forgotten, influence to resolve a current dilemma that has resisted your efforts to master it. This is one time when it may make good sense to temporarily resurrect a lost dream. You could energize your future by drawing inspiration from possibilities that might have been but never were.

Does the word “revolution” have any useful meaning? Or has it been invoked by so many fanatics with such melodramatic agendas it has lost its value?

In accordance with your astrological omens, I suggest we give it another chance. I think it deserves a cozy spot in your life during the next few months.

As for what exactly that entails, let’s call on author Rebecca Solnit for inspiration. She says, “I still think the [real] revolution is to make the world safe for poetry, meandering, for the frail and vulnerable, the rare and obscure, the impractical and local and small.”

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) In the film “Bruce Almighty,” Morgan Freeman plays the role of God, and Capricorn actor Jim Carrey is a frustrated reporter named Bruce Nolan. After Nolan bemoans his rocky fate and blames it on God’s ineptitude, the Supreme Being reaches out by phone. (His number is 716-776-2323.) A series of conversations and negotiations ensues, which leads Nolan on roller-coaster adventures that ultimately result in a mostly happy ending. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you Capricorns will have an unusually high chance of making fruitful contact with a Higher Power or illuminating source in the coming weeks. I doubt 716-776-2323 is the right contact information, but if you trust your intuition, I bet you’ll make the connection.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Some spiders are both construction workers and artists. The webs they spin are not just strong and functional, but also feature decorative elements called “stabilimenta.” These may be as simple as zigzags or as complex as spiral whorls. Biologists say the stabilimenta draw prey to specific locations, help the spider hide, and render the overall stability of the web more robust. As you enter the web-building phase of your cycle, Aquarius, I suggest you include your own version of attractive stabilimenta. Your purpose, of course, is not to catch prey, but to bolster your network and invigorate your support system. Be artful as well as practical. (Thanks to Mother Nature Network’s Jaymi Heimbuch for info on stabilimenta.)

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) “Aren’t there parts of ourselves that are just better left unfed?” asked Piscean author David Foster Wallace. I propose we make that one of your two keynotes during the next four weeks. Here’s a second keynote: As you become more and more skilled at not fueling the parts of yourself that are better left unfed, you will have a growing knack for identifying the parts of yourself that should be well-fed. Feed them with care and artistry!

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or select one from our free Demo Library. www. facebook.com/groups/CFGBoardGames. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D. ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE

Nov. 29, 8:30am: Friends School of Wilmington invites you to an Open House at our Peiffer campus (3rd - 8th grade). Tour the campus, visit classrooms, and meet dedicated faculty, administrators and parents of current students.

We believe the world needs passionate, lifelong learners who act with courage, integrity, and love. Inspired by that need, and the Quaker values of peace, equality, and care for the earth, Friends School of Wilmington is a vigorous academic community committed to educating the whole child. Friends School of Wilmington, 350 Peiffer Ave,

culinary FERMENTAL

Free tasting ever Friday, 6pm. • Third Wednesday of each month feat. musical and brewing talents alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share, sample, and trade their creations: an evening of beer and an open stage. PA and equipment provided. Share cups available. All genres. All beer styles. Fermental, 7250 Market St.

RIVER BLUFFS FARMER’S MARKET

Every Sat., 10am-3pm: Farmer Bill is up early most mornings, tending to the crops at The River Bluffs Organic Farm. Situated on 10 acres of land, The Farm utilizes sustainable growing methods so that all yielded produce can be tagged “certified organic.” Located just down the road from the entrance of Riv-

er Bluffs, The Farm helps to fill the amazing menu at the neighborhood restaurant—Porches Cafe. River Bluffs, 3571 Hansa Dr. http:// riverbluffsliving.com/saturday-farm-market.

MAKE FRENCH MACARONS

Cook with us at CFCC’s Culinary Academy and Chef Gwen Gulliksen! Your cookies will be the talk of the neighborhood this year!

Impress friends and family with these classic almond cookies featuring a mouth-watering chocolate truffle filling. Course is December 10th, 10am-noon Pre-registration is required.

For more info or to register, visit: www.cfcc. edu/enrich or call 910-362-7572. 411 N. Front St.

LA FÊTE DU BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEU 2016

Nov. 17: Join us celebrate a French tradition, w/specials that include authentic cuisine and wines from the Beaujolais region. Reservations accepted 910-815-0200. Le Catalan French Cafe Wine Bar, 224 S. Water St.

PALATE HARVEST DINNER

Nov. 17, 6:30pm: Mark your calendars for our Harvest Dinner with Funky Fresh Food Truck and David Koebley, of Winesellers Imports at Palate! 4 courses with wine pairings, $55 per person. RSVP: 910-399-1081. Palate, 1007 N 4th St.

AYCE OYSTER ROAST

Nov. 18, 4pm: Every Friday “All You Can Eat” oysters, shell on shrimp, fried shrimp, hushpuppies and slaw, $34.95. Local oysters.

Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St..

FREE BREWERY TOURS AND TASTINGS

3pm, 3:45pm, 4:30pm everyday at Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St. Learn how we

brew our beer, meet our brewers and get two free samples.

support groups CHADD

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

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Life Community Church, located inside Independence Mall, will have a Celebrate Recovery meeting every Monday evening at 6:30 pm starting with fellowship followed by a large group meeting at 7pm. Support groups for men and women follow at 8 pm. The meeting is in the Extension located across from Branches bookstore and the church auditorium. For more information. contact Jodie at 910-547-8973, 791-3859 or Lifecc.com. Life Community Church, 3500 Oleander Dr.

PFLAG

PFLAG Meeting is first Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Thurs., 6pm: Meets in Classroom C, Ground Floor. Men and spouses welcome from the entire Cape Fear area. Discussion/programs. www.wilmingtonprostatecancersupportgroup. com. 910-792-9953.

GRIEVING LOSS OF PARENT

Meetings will be held Mon. through Nov. 28, from 2-4 p.m. at the Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, Conference Room, 1406 Physicians Drive in Wilmington. There will be no meeting on Oct. 31. To register, call 796-7991.

When leaving a message, please leave your name, phone number and indicate the program you wish to attend. No cost but donations are appreciated. Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, Conference Room, 1406 Physicians Dr.

tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR

Explore the rich culture of our talented South-

ern town with a 90 minute walking tour of the literary history of downtown Wilmington, NC. Visit “The Two Libraries.” Walk the streets of your favorite novels, and stand where Oscar Wilde did when he lectured here. Saturdays, 1:30pm, Old Books on Front St. 249 N. Front St. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1282390 CONFEDERATE WALKING TOURS

Experience Wilmington’s people, history and architecture in the late antebellum period and during the conflict, conducted by noted Wilmington historian Bernhard Thuersam Walk in the footsteps of George Washington, James Monroe, Daniel Webster, Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis and more. In-depth 90-minute tours are by appt, Sunday through Saturday, 910-619-4619 or bernhard1848@gmail.com.

Personalized tours downtown and local forts available. Foot of Market St. www.cfhi.net.

GHOST WALK

6:30 & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours at 6:30pm and 8:30pm.

Admission charge. Water & Market sts. RSVP rqd: 910-794-1866; hauntedwilmington.com

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS

Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions.

Market and Water sts. $12/adult, $5/child.

(910) 251-8889. www.horsedrawntours.com

INSIDER’S TOUR

Curious about the Cape Fear? Explore the history of your community at Cape Fear Museum.

Take the Insider’s Tour offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am. Tours are free with admission and include a “behind the scenes” sneak peek. Pre-registration is required: 910798-4362 or cfmprograms@nhcgov.com. Free w/general admission or membership. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

SUNSET TOUR

Nightly, 6:30pm Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours offers several versions of its famed Sunset Cruise. All depart the Blockade Runner Dock at 6:30 pm and return at 8:00 pm.

Tours depart earlier in the Spring and Fall.

Routes vary with season, weather, and whim on the Basic Sunset Cruise but may include Masonboro Island, Figure Eight Island, Bradley Creek, Money Island or some other combination. Water, marsh, Shamrock, sunset – it’s a simple combination but very satisfying.

Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd. www.wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com

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