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Thursday, November 20, 8 p.m.

Atlantis Fall Release Party Get your read and drink on at Satellite Bar and Lounge (120 Greenfield St.) this Thursday. UNCW’s premier creative writing publication, Atlantis, will release their fall edition.

The celebration will feature live music by DJ Jonathan Harvey and Males and Females. Admission is free.

Leg Lamps and BB Guns, P. 16 Journey back to simpler times, as the classic 1983 Yuletide film “A Christmas Story” comes to life in musical form at City Stage this weekend. “A Christmas Story the Musical” will follow Ralphie as he pines after a Red Ryder carbine action, 200-shot range, model air rifle for Christmas, and the hokey fun of his family as they enjoy a 1940s Christmas. A Salvation Army volunteer will be onsite collecting donations throughout the hsow's run.

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sk and ye shall receive! A couple years ago, I ran several calls for a barter network in the Live Local column. About a month ago, I found out my prayers had been answered!

I was in Your Computer Friends to buy a USB chord and get my computer checked out, while visiting with owner Susan Kadar.

She casually mentioned that she had a new project: a barter network. Their website (www.capefearbarter.com) launched on March 15, as a joint venture between Kadar and Christine Divoky. Once I calmed down enough to form coherent sentences, Kadar answered some of my questions.

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enough to answer. During my dialing spree, I called one of the largest barter exchanges in the country, Barter 21, and was told, no, they didn’t have an exchange in Wilmington—so why didn’t I start one? Try as I might to kick that idea out of my head, it took root.

With a background in finance and business operations, I knew that barter could be a welcome addition to many businesses that were struggling with cash-flow issues during this difficult time. Despite the fact I was in love with this idea, I did not have the necessary time to get it off the ground and run an existing business fulltime. I knew I needed a partner.

A barter exchange, to me, is like a big community of businesses that only need a matchmaker. I found my matchmaker, Christine Divoky, while serving on the board of the Cape Fear Literacy Council. I experienced firsthand Christine’s ability to see both sides of the need equation and match them accordingly. And I was right: Christine is a fabulous matchmaker, searching out goods and services for our barter members every week.

Local business owner Susan Kadar tells all on the newly launched Cape Fear Barter By: Gwenyfar rohler

encore (e): When did you come up with this idea? How did you and Christine hook up to make it happen?

Susan Kadar (SK): As the owner of a small business during a recession, I resolved not to spend any money on anything that did not create revenue or reduce expenses. Unfortunately, things were still needed that didn’t fit nicely into that equation. We desperately needed additional electrical outlets for the technicians, and we really needed to refresh the paint job in the store. These two items did not have a direct impact on revenue but were required expenses for customer and employee satisfaction. I thought surely some other cash-strapped business would be interested in trading computer repair for electrical and painting?

I searched through Craigslist’s barter section, and sure enough I found people willing to do all kinds of things for computer repair. But they were either moonlighting on their bosses or they didn’t have legitimate businesses. Since I was willing to stand behind my reputation— and unwilling to support people cheating on their bosses—I realized what I really needed was another business that would come into the relationship with the same professionalism I had. As I continued my search, I discovered the idea of a professional barter exchange. It was the perfect answer. The next step was to find a business-to-business barter exchange in Wilmington.

I have a habit of just picking up the phone and asking questions to whomever is kind

e: What sort of response have you received from business owners?

SK: The response has been great. Interestingly enough, many local businesses have been bartering anyway. Those businesses had been bartering one-to-one sometimes, had issues with not needing the other service, not wanting the other service, or not having an immediate need for the other service, which sometimes caused issues. They were very excited to hear that, with a professional barter exchange, all those issues were resolved for them.

Additionally, business owners seem to really love the idea of an alternate payment system to supplement what they already do. With Cape Fear Barter, the business owners have full control over what, how much and when they barter. We bring them customers they wouldn’t otherwise come across, so being a member is a bit like adding to your sales and marketing staff. They like that we’re all about helping local, small business owners to increase their business locally and even help them sell out of state. I’ve been a small business owner here in

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Wilmington for almost nine years, and I know how important it is to build opportunities. e: What about the public?

SK: They think it’s a cool idea. Sometimes people want to become members who don’t own or manage a business, but Cape Fear Barter is a business-to-business exchange.

It’s not for people who want to clean out their garage or the neighbor who watches your cat for cash under the table.

A barter exchange is for professional businesses only. You must have a tax ID number, and all sales are reported to the IRS via 1099B Barter Revenue reporting. Individuals cannot barter within this type of exchange. e: Are you part of a larger organization or association?

SK: We are. Cape Fear Barter covers Southport to Hampstead, but we’re also part of a much greater network, Barter 21, which is all around the U.S. and in Canada. Our members have already done business with exchanges in Idaho, Ohio and Georgia. None of those opportunities would have happened had they not been part of Cape Fear Barter. e: So how does it work?

SK: Businesses decide what services they will offer for barter. Then they put up a description of their business and offerings on our website. If a gift certificate is involved, buyers can print those right from their own computer, and the business owner scans them with a smart phone to accept them. If a custom quote is needed or some special situation, the seller talks with the prospective buyer directly, creates a custom quote and schedules the work—just as he would with a cash-paying customer. Barter rates are the same as regular rates, so there is no coupon discounting of services. This keeps the playing field level for all.

You do business just as you’ve always done business, because you know your business best. The only difference comes with the form of payment. Rather than invoice for a cash sale, the seller posts the sale through the Cape Fear Barter Exchange website and receives barter dollars in compensation. The seller can then take those barter dollars—or credits, if you will—and spend them with any one of our barter members.

For example, we have a web designer who bartered about $600 for a particular job. So far she’s applied about 200 barter dollars toward her deductible with a dentist, and she used another 100 on computer repair. That leaves her about 300 barter dollars to use toward massage, advertising, chiropractic care, auto repair, house-cleaning, travel, window-tinting, or something else. The possibilities are endless, really.

Nearly every restaurant or business who offers a quality service is an ideal candidate for a barter relationship and a Cape Fear Barter membership.

e: Where will the barter network be in five years? Ten years?

SK: Barter networks do best in small towns like ours. Since bartering was around before the dollar, I think Cape Fear Barter should be up to over 1,000 members in five years.

Ten? In order for a barter exchange to remain healthy, it must limit its membership.

For example, you wouldn’t want to have all of one industry represented; who would they barter with? As Cape Fear Barter grows, we will be looking closely at the needs of the members and controlling that growth accordingly. Bigger doesn’t always mean better; we will have to wait and see. e: Do you use it?

SK: I can’t stop using it! I’ve had my company car repaired at Derham’s Alignment, my dog Lucy is being trained by Dog Pros to Go, and I’ve had excellent dental work performed

by Dr. Mann. Christine recently had her hair done at Coastal Tranquility Salon & Spa for an event —all on barter. e: What misconceptions do people have about barter?

SK: People think they can’t barter if the business is new or relatively new. This is actually a perfect time to barter. Since barter is about excess capacity, that is something a new business has a lot of. Additionally, new businesses can trade for marketing that they might not be able to afford otherwise.

Think of it this way: You already have to pay for fixed costs—lights, rent, phone. The variable cost of doing one more job a day on barter is very small for most service and restaurant businesses. Leveraging that small cost for big returns in full value marketing is a very smart thing to do.

Any business that has excess inventory or downtime can be strengthened with a customer they might not otherwise reach. Cape Fear Barter helps young and old businesses alike get the full value of that otherwise unutilized time in the form of goods and services for the business, the business owner, family, and employees.

Occasionally, we run into people who are afraid they are going to be taken advantage of: that 100 people are going to show up at their door and take all their resources from their cash-paying customers. That simply does not happen. There are several controls put into place within our system to make sure that doesn’t happen. At Cape Fear Barter, we put the business owner in the driver’s seat.

We make sure that trading through our exchange is a really positive experience.

Kadar mentioned that barter fees are 5 percent of the sale and 5 percent of the buyin cash ($5 per $100 for both the buyer and seller of the transaction), and 2.5 percent in barter credits. Total barter fees are less than you might pay for sales commissions—and Christine does do a really good job.

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Did I Just Vote Republican?

Low turnouts and apathy created the forthcoming GOP mandate By: Mark Basquill

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hortly after the election I began to wonder whether, despite my best efforts, I voted Republican. Honestly, sometimes it isn’t easy to tell the political parties apart. Greed in a suit looks pretty much the same. Did I unwittingly contribute to the new GOP mandate?

It wouldn’t bother me that much to vote for some Republicans. On Election Day I stood outside Bellamy School with Cal, a transplant from near Oxford, NC. He identified himself as Republican but wore a Barfield T-shirt and handed out Mr. Barfield’s flyers. He explained, “Heck, I’m a Republican, but have you listened to what the other guy says? I actually listened to Mr. Barfield. I like what he says.

For the economy. Heck, you can’t have an economy without an environment, can you?”

That’s my kind of Republican. Cal opined that one of the main reasons Mr. Barfield wouldn’t get elected was, “Well, you know.”

I said, “What?”

Cal repeated, “You know...”

I wasn’t going to push it, but he completed

his thought anyway: “Race. We still got a thing about that in North Carolina.”

Cal grew up where and when the incidents of “Blood Done Signed My Name” (the murder of African-American Vietnam soldier Henry Marrow) occurred, and he served as mayor in an even smaller North Carolina town. I defer to his knowledge about race and politics here.

Cal and I had plenty of time to chat. We were only interrupted three or four times by voters. Cal sighed with disgust, “Other democracies take the day off to vote. Maybe Election Day should be a national holiday.”

Cal’s suggestion was met with a howl of protest from our GOP counterparts handing out flyers a few feet away. These two fine women are fixtures at this polling place and are committed, dawn-to-dusk, God-and-country, Republicans. “What about shift workers?

Hospitals have to stay open all the time. What about them? It wouldn’t be fair. Can’t do that?

What about illegals?”

They expressed certainty that the shiftworker obstacle was insurmountable, and that the vote should only be held on Election Day itself—even then, only if you knew what

you were doing. I’m sure they didn’t see their comment as in any way supporting efforts to suppress the legitimate vote. I suspected they wouldn’t object to increased efforts to make sure only the right people voted: people with jobs, people who owned land and stocks, true citizen-shareholders.

“Don’t vote for that school bond!” one suggested as she moved away from us to edu-ma-cate a voter. “Your kids will be paying for that for over 20 years.”

I smiled to Cal. “I’m not tracking that. If she gets her way, everybody’s kids will drop out of school and have three part-time minimumwage jobs, waiting to hit the North Carolina Edu-ma-cation Lottery.”

Cal taught me that if the real estate mantra is “Location! Location! Location!”, then the election mantra is “Turnout! Turnout!

Turnout!” He expressed little hope for any Democrat if turnout was as low as expected.

Cal was right. The NY Times estimated that the national turnout averaged about 40 percent—the worst turnout in 72 years­­—leading to our newly minted GOP mandate. So let’s do the math. In the Tillis-Hagan race, less than a 2 percentage of points separated

them. Because of our Libertarian candidate, Mr. Tillis won the election fair and square, with less than a simple majority (49 percent). With a 40-percent turnout, that means little more than 19 percent of eligible NC voters actually cast their vote for the soon to be Senator.

Nineteen percent.

Wow. Mandate.

Many have contributed to this mandate by staying home. Some stayed home because of distrust in the system. Some because of the constant blabbering of talking heads and shiny suits about “recovery,” when Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent all see the stock market at all-time highs and their wages flat or falling. Some believed FOX News and stayed inside on Election Day because it’s too scary out there, and there’s really nothing left to do except buy more ammo for the apocalypse. Some laughed with Jon Stewart and failed to take our part in the process seriously. Whatever, the result of our apathy is horrific.

Mr. Tillis isn’t horrific. He won’t do as much harm or good as people hope or fear. He’s just another shiny suit catching the reflection of our ignorance, apathy and quiet acquiescence.

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The Other World Series In October another premier world sports event reached its climax, with one team left standing, rewarded for months of grueling practices, to the cheers of adoring, frenzied fans. The “world series” of professional team computer games was settled on a stage in a packed, 40,000-seat stadium in Seoul before three gigantic TV screens and an Internet audience of millions. The powerhouse Samsung White team out-moused and -keyboarded the Chinese champions at “League of Legends” (which 27 million gamers worldwide play every day), using its fantasy characters to destroy opponents’ bases. The winning team took home $1 million of corporate money, but future earnings should escalate when idolized world-class players unionize and swing merchandising endorsement deals.

Can’t Possibly Be True —Carnell Alexander at one point owed about $60,000 in child support for a kid he did not father (according to a DNA test) and knew nothing about, but despite “successfully” challenging the claim 20 years ago, he still owes about $30,000. The mother who accused him long ago admitted lying (in that naming a “father” was necessary to get welfare benefits), and while a judge thus wiped out Alexander’s debt to her, the state of Michigan nonetheless still demands that Alexander repay benefits it had paid to the mother.

—America’s largest pornography website, PornHub.com, decided recently to erect a public billboard prominently encouraging the use of its service, first selecting as its location the New York City neighborhood formerly the smut epicenter of the city, Times Square. However, that area is now respectably tourist-friendly, and the billboard had to be relocated — to Los Angeles’ West Hollywood, near the headquarters of PornHub’s parent, MindGeek. The sign features a person’s two thumbs and fingers forming a rough version of a heart, beside the message (inspired by a Beatles song), “All You Need Is Hand.”

Brits Behaving Britishly Bad (1) Literature professor Thomas Docherty was back at work in October following his nine-month suspension from the University of Warwick for “inappropriate sighing” during meetings with a senior colleague, along

with “making ironic comments” and “negative body language.” (2) In October, Andrew Davies, 51, was ordered by magistrates in High Wycombe, England, not to lie down in public places anymore (unless genuinely stricken by emergency). Previously, he had a habit of making bogus “999” (911) calls to get attention, and when police confiscated his phone, he began compensating by lying in roads until compassionate passersby called for ambulances.

The New Math More than 6 million students have downloaded the new iPhone app PhotoMath to solve Algebra I and Algebra II problems by pointing the phone’s camera at a printed equation. The answer, and the explanation, quickly appear on a screen, as a teaching tool — or for the students to show “their” work if PhotoMath is used on exam questions. The Croatia-based developer told the Quartz website in October that it is working on upgrades for higher-level math equations (though no relief is in sight for those chronically pesky “word problems”). Meanwhile, the debate has been triggered over whether PhotoMath is a dynamic technological advance in education — or a cheating-enabler.

Bright Ideas —Neighbors in the Mandarin neighborhood of Jacksonville, Florida, complained to the city recently about a resident who scattered hundreds of mothballs — over 400 now, at least — around her front yard, even driving over them in her car to crush them open and extend their noxious odor. The National Pesticide Information Center warned that the mothballs were hazards to plants, wildlife, water and air, but the female resident (unnamed in a report by First Coast News) said she was forced into the tactic in order to prevent neighborhood dogs from defecating in her yard.

—Celebrity Musicals: In September in Hamburg, Germany, “Charles Manson: Summer of Hate—The Musical,” opened at the Thalia Theater, covering the influences and failed musical career of the man convicted in the notorious 1969 Sharon Tate murders.

And “I Am Stephon Marbury,” a musical featuring the former star NBA basketball player, ran for 11 nights in September in Beijing, where the popular Marbury has led the Beijing Ducks to national basketball champion-

ships the last two seasons. Marbury has a role onstage in what is described as a parable about pursuing one’s dreams.

—The most challenging toys this holiday season might be the series of furry human innards from the U.S. firm I Heart Guts—not just the soft and cuddly pancreas, brain and prostate, but especially the rectum. Each part is packaged with a cheekily written educational description explaining its importance (the rectum being “the butt of many jokes” yet with “a serious role” in waste disposal as the “fecal loading dock”), and each sells for about $20.

Weird Scenes (1) Richard Shear, 28, was arrested in Muskegon County, Michigan, in October after an apparent violent episode with his mother and girlfriend. Shear had allegedly threatened the two, slashed an SUV tire, and tried to burn down their home with gasoline and a lit candle—but when it was time to flee the premises, hopped on his moped, ensuring his flight from police would be a short one. (2) A woman (described only as “robust”) in Darmstadt, Germany, fled with the equivalent of about $125 from a pharmacy in October and is still at large. According to the police report, she swiped money from two cash registers by twice lifting her shirt and squirting breast milk at a clerk as a diversion.

The District of Calamity The Washington, D.C., school system last year declared Avery Gagliano, 13, a habitual truant whose parents somehow require special training to ensure her attendance. The eighth-grader was a straight-A student at Alice Deal Middle School, but also a piano prodigy selected for prestigious world exhibitions—which caused her to exceed the maximum 10 “unexcused” absences that trigger the assignment of a truancy officer and a series of relentless threats against the parents (which ultimately provoked them to withdraw Avery and this season to home-school her).

(In October, following a Washington Post account, D.C.’s governing council honored Avery in a public ceremony, and the D.C. schools chancellor overnight began begging the Gaglianos to bring Avery and her suddenly “excused” absences back to school.)

The Aristocrats!

(1) Sean Johnson, 19, was arrested in Brooksville, Florida, in October at the WalMart after he was spotted at about 3 p.m. taking a toy stuffed horse into the bedding department and masturbating with it. (2) Paul Mountain, 38, pleaded guilty to burglary in Darwen, England, in October—accused by a homeowner whose shed was vandalized.

Among the damaged items was a teddy bear streaked with semen. Mountain told officers that he was coming down off of an amphetamine high and felt an “overwhelming need for sexual relief.”

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arts > music

Bluegrass in Brooklyn:

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hile stopped at a red light, John Fonvielle, guitarist and vocalist for bluegrass-Americana band End of the Line, was thumbing through the pages of encore when he came across an ad that read: “Trio Needs Bass Player for Bluegrass Band.”

Fonvielle admits he hadn’t played bluegrass since college, but the musician inside him influenced his decision to pick up the phone and make the call. Almost eight years later, he continues to play bluegrass, alongside band members Paul Slovik (mandolin/ vocals), Mike Adams (bass/vocals), Perry Hewlett (dobro/banjo/vocals), and Woody Dobson (drums/vocals).

For years End of the Line has taken the stage at the Brooklyn Arts Center, entertaining guests dressed head-to-toe in either elegant evening gowns or spiffy tuxedos. There are usually tears shed, floral bouquets tossed into the crowd, and wedding cake served.

That will not be the case for the band’s upcoming performance, where they invite long-time pal Big Al Hall and Nashville-based band The Carmonas to share the stage.

“End of the line has played here several times, and I thought they were fabulous,” says Rich Leder, executive director for the Brooklyn Arts Center. “I suggested to John that

A night of rolling rhythms will take hold of Brooklyn Arts Center By: Shannon McCabe

he put together a show for the venue, and that I would support him in any way I could.”

Leder approached Fonvielle in December 2012, and the first Wilmington Bluegrass and Old Time Music Show was up and running by January. The first one went off without a hitch, showcasing performances by End of the Line, Big Al Hall, Masonboro Sound, and Possum Creek.

“My paramount goal was that everyone had fun, regardless of what happened,” Fonvielle says. “We ended up having a blast. It was on the coldest day of the year, and it was freezing in the [Brooklyn Arts Center], but we still had a couple hundred people. So, we said let’s

do another one.”

The second show took place last May with performances by End of the Line, Big Al Hall, Possum Creek, The South Hammock Bluegrass Band, and Stray Local. At the time, bluegrass-folk group The Carmonas, were performing a show in Raleigh and got wind of the event—eager to become a part of the set list. Aaron Carmona, one of the band’s vocalists, reached out to Fonvielle about the band performing in the

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show. “The last show was all booked up,” Carmona says, “but [Fonvielle] said maybe next year we could get on, and when he started booking for it, he was true to his word and didn’t forget us.”

Fonvielle’s promise is one of the main reasons behind Friday’s show at the Brooklyn Arts Center. “We’re excited to have them here in town,” Fonvielle says, “and I think they’re music is going to blend well with ours.”

Playing alongside Carmona are his, sister Alison Carmona (vocals), his brother, Chad Carmona (guitar), Willie Huston (banjo), and Chris Hancock (upright bass). The band first got its start during the 2000s, playing shows around downtown Nashville in bars like the Tootsie’s World Famous Orchard Lounge and renowned venue The Bluebird Café, which has been featured on the ABC, hit television series, “Nashville.”

Long before the band evolved, the Carmona siblings—having grown up in a military family—traveled the world and plays shows for troops and their families. “Personally,” Carmona says, “when you can play for people who are sacrificing so much, it’s great to be able to bring joy or to play a song that gives a soldier peace of heart in a time of war. Some of the soldiers we played for in Italy, for instance, were leaving for Afghanistan the very next day.

They pulled us aside later and told us how grateful they were that we played this song or that. For them to be so gracious, at a time where so much was at stake, it’s an amazing feeling.”

Since traversing the globe, the siblings have joined together to establish a name for themselves in Nashville. The Carmonas released their first EP, “Oh, Alice,” in 2012, and are now promoting their first self-titled LP, released in August.

The production process for the album was one large collaboration. Recorded in Alex the Great Studios in Nashville, Carmona explains its completion with Justin Tam as the producer, Stephen Turney as the engineer, and Vinni Alibrandi as the master engineer.

“We recorded every song live and inhouse over a three-day period in March,” he explains, “adding solos and specialty instruments such as the hammer tack piano in ‘Human Hurricane,’ after the live foundation was set. We added some percussion later as well, which is pretty uncommon because normally that’s done first—with tracking to set the tempo. We realized we wanted to put a little more oomph into it after the initial edits. All in all we’re totally happy and proud of the finished album, and we’ve gotten very good feedback.”

Guests can expect to hear songs from both albums, and if the show’s turnout proves just as successful as the previous two, Fonvielle says End of the Line might

reciprocate the visit and join The Carmonas in Nashville for a show.

The Wilmington Bluegrass and Old Time Music Show continues to evolve in its success. Fonvielle jokes about his organizational skills being a bit better than when he first started putting it together. No matter what, the key to each show’s success is that everyone has fun.

Presented by Step Up Productions, Fonvielle’s unofficial record label, End of the Line will be showcasing a set list that includes some of the band’s hit songs, such as “Favorite Song,” “Tupelo Nights,” “Will I See You Again,” and “White Freight Liner.”

Their debut album release, “End of the Line” (2011), consists of a compilation of songs written by each of the members.

Each member contributed two songs. “Favorite Song” was written by Slovik, and “Tupelo Nights” was written by Fonvielle.

The album was self-produced under Step Up Productions with the help of Jeff Reid from Reid Recording.

“I’ve been working with him for years on other people’s projects, so we’ve got a good working relationship,” Fonvielle says.

“He’s got great instincts and a really good ear, so he keeps us in line.”

The band also will play covers by some of their personal favorites, such as The Band’s “Up on Cripple Creek” and Ricky Skagg’s “Carolina Mountain Home.”

Guests can expect the walls of the Brooklyn Arts Center to reverberate with bluegrass and Americana. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs inside for ultimate relaxation.

“The Brooklyn Arts Center is one of the premier concert locations in the Southeast,” Leder says. “It’s a great room for bluegrass. Throw in the lawn chairs and you’ll have a truly great concert night.”

Doors for the show open at 6:30 p.m. and admission costs $10.

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DOOM POP: Americana and doom pop outfit Strangled Darlings will play a set at Juggling Gypsy Cafe and Hookah Bar this Saturday, November

22 at 10 p.m. Entrance is free, but a $5 donation is suggested. Courtesy photo.

Wednesday, November 19

Park Blvd.

Team Trivia (8am; Free) —Buffalo Wild Wings Eastwood, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.

Laura McLean’s Songwriter Showcase (7pm; $2) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Ladies’ Night (5pm; Free) —The Little Dipper, 138 South Front St.

Karaoke w/ DJ AMP (8pm; Free) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St.

The String Band Beach Jam (6pm; Free) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St. (910) 509-3040

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

Benny Hill (6:30pm; Free; jazz) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc. Trivia Night (6:30pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. Open Mic w/ Thomas and Oglesby (7pm; Free) —Half Time Sports Cafe, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Open Music Jam (7pm; Free) —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901-B Wrightsville Ave. Wednesday Night Trivia (7pm; Free) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake

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Doctor Who Wednesdays! (8pm; Free) —Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace Street; (910) 341-0001 birthday improv and nut street improv (8pm; $3) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

DJ Hood (9pm; Free) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Brass Pelican, 2112 N. New River Dr. DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301 Wayne Static of Static-X & Powerman5000 American Headcharge, 9Electric (9pm; $20-$25) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

Thursday, November 20

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

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

Bomb Night w/DJ (9pm) —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.

michael frusha (5pm; Free; Acoustic) —Goat and Compass, 710 N 4th St.

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

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

Spectrum Gallery Open House and Live Music (6pm; Free) —Spectrum Gallery, 1125 J Military Cutoff Rd.; 910-256-2323 Open Mic/Songwriters’ Night (7pm; Free) —Grinder’s Caffe, 5032 Wrightsville Ave. Karaoke (7pm; Free) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Beach Ave N.; (910) 707-0533 Trivia Night (7pm; Free) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd. Trivia Night (7pm; Free) —Giant Cafe, 1200 N 23rd St. Suite 209 Open Mic Comedy (7pm; Free) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. Ivan Park in concert (7pm; A love offering will be received) —Wrightsboro Baptist Church, 2736 Castle Hayne Rd.

Jim Nelson Smith (7pm; $2; country) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379 American Big Band: Home for the Holidays (8pm; $16-$41) —Givens Performing Arts Center, 1 University Road; 910-521-6287 Live Music (8pm; Free) —Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Cliff Cash (8pm&10pm; $10-$12) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. Kim Dicso (8pm; Free; folk) —Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 8210362 Live Music (8:30pm; Free) —The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St. DJ (9pm) —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.

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

DJ Battle (9pm) —Level 5, 21 N. Front St.

Cape Fear Acoustic Blues Jam (8pm; $2) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

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

Harp University Triva & live Music (8:30pm; Free) —The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

The Nth Power (9pm; $10; funk/jazz/soul) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

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

Tony Drake Trio (9:30pm; free; blues/soul) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

Love & Theft, Joel Crouse and DJ DU (9pm; $20-$25; country) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

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

Keith Butler Trio (9pm; Free; jazz) —The Blind Elephant, 21 N Front St Unit F Discotheque Thurs. with DJs DST and Matt Evans (10pm) —Pravda, 23 N Front St. DJ Lord Walrus (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. Eric Peavy (10pm; $5) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St. Some Dudes (10pm) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040

Friday, November 21 Friday Specials (11am; Free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

DJ Dr. Jones (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. The Tarlatans (10pm; free; rock) —Satellite Bar and Lounge, 120 Greenfield St. DJ Milk and DJ DST (10pm; Free) —Pravda, 23 N Front St.

Dennis Brinson (10pm; Free; americana) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040

Drink Specials and DJ (All Day; $5) —Sputnik, 23 N Front St, 4th floor

Spectrum Gallery Open House with Live Music (6pm; Free) —Spectrum Gallery, 1125 J Military Cutoff Rd; 910-256-2323

Saturday, November 22

family/beak (7pm; free; metal) —Reggie’s 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S 42nd St.

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Sunday

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The Metropolitan Opera: Il Barbiere Siviglia (1pm; $20) —Mayfaire Theatre, 900 Towne Center Kid’s Show: Super Saturday Fun Time!

(3pm; $8) —TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. DJ (5pm) —The Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd. Live Piano with Daniel Veit (6pm; Free) —The Blind Elephant, 21 N Front St Unit F Forrest Tabor (7pm; Free; eclectic covers)

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David Dixon New Album Release Party (10pm; $5; rock/soul/pop) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S Front St.

FRI.

NOV 21

chasing opal (10pm; Free; folk) —Goat and Compass, 710 N 4th St.; (910) 772-1400

Live Piano with Ben Privott (6pm; Free) —The Blind Elephant, 21 N Front St Unit F

Overtyme (7pm; Free; eclectic) —Gabby’s Lounge, 1706 N. Lumina Ave.

Thursday

Call 791-0688

Friday Night Fun House Follies (10:30pm; Free) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

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

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Clay Whittington (10pm; piano/vocals) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 362-9666

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

Wilmington Bluegrass & Old Time Music Show (6:30pm; $10) —Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N 4th St.

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$2.75 Yuengling Draft $2.75 Domestic Bottles 65 Wings, 4-7pm

$3.50 Sweet Josie $4 Margaritas $3.50 Pint of the Day $4 Fire Ball $5 Mimosas $5 Car Bombs $5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas *Drink Specials run all day

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MONDAY S.I.N. NIGHT $2 Domestics • $3 All Draft Selections • Monday Night Football in the Sports Bar• $4 Flavored Bombs 50% off Apps 6pm til close NEW BELGIUM TUESDAY $3 New Belgium selections (Fat Tire, Ranger IPA) $5 Jameson • Wing Special WEDNESDAY $2.75 Miller Lite, $4 Wells, Half off All Bottles of wine Live Music @ 8pm THIRSTY THURSDAY $2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Adams Seasonal & Hoppyum Pints $5 Redbull & Vodka, 50¢ Steamed Oysters and Shrimp Thursday Night Football in the Sports Bar FRIDAY $2.75 Michelob Ultra • $3.25 Stella $4.50 José Cuervo Silver • Live Music on the Patio SATURDAY $2.75 Coors Light • $3.25 Red Stripe • $4.50 Ezra Brooks Cinnamon Whiskey • Music on the Patio SUNDAY $3 Coronas/Corona Lite • $10 Domestic Buckets (5) NFL Sunday Ticket in the Sports Bar • $4 Mimosas $4 Bloody Mary’s

—Gabby’s Lounge, 1706 N. Lumina Ave. Hank Barbee (7pm; $2; Americana/Alt. Rock) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St. Chilean Guitarist Nano Stern (7:30pm; $18-$50) —Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, 310 Chestnut St.; 910-632-2241 Cape Fear Chorale Concerts (7:30pm; Free) —Winter Park Baptist Church, 4700 Wrightsville Ave; 910-233-0156 I Believe I Can Fly (7:30pm; $50-$75) —Odell Williamson Auditorium, 50 College Rd NE; 910-755-7416 Symphony Pops! An Evening with Noel Paul Stookey (8pm; $20-$40) —Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Road; 910-962-3500

Sunday Funday (12pm; Free) —The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.

Pub Wars Team Trivia (8pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.

Acoustic Jazz Piano with James Jarvis (2pm; Free) —Old Books on Front Street, 249 N. Front St.

Cape Fear Blues Jam (8pm; Free) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S 5th Ave.

Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra & Junior Strings Matinee (4pm; $0-$5) —Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Road; 910-962-3500 Cape Fear Chorale Concerts (4pm; Free) —Winter Park Baptist Church, 4700 Wrightsville Ave; 910-233-0156

Satellite Bluegrass Band (6pm; Free) —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 399-2796

Ladies’ Night (5pm; Free) —The Little Dipper, 138 South Front St.

Kyle Lindley (8pm; Free; folk) —Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 8210362

Stray Local (7pm; $2; Americana) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Cliff Cash (8pm&10pm; $10-$12) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Improv (8pm; Free) —Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace Street; (910) 341-0001

Live music (8:30pm; Free) —The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

Live Music (8:30pm; Free) —The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

DJ Battle (9pm) —Level 5, 21 N. Front St.

Behind the Garage (10pm; Free) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; (910) 763-2223

Saturday Night Dance Party (9pm; $5-$10) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301 Groove Fetish (9:30pm; free; jam) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd. DJ Riz (10pm) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. DJ Sir Nick Bland (10pm; $3) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. l shape lot (10pm; Free; eclectic) —Goat and Compass, 710 N 4th St.; (910) 772-1400 The Royal Noise (10pm; $5; funk/dance/jam) —The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St. justin cody fox (10pm; free; americana) —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock St. Hatch Brothers (10pm) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666 Strangled Darlings (10pm; suggested $5 donation; Americana/doom pop/indie folk) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe & Hookah Bar, 1612 Castle St.

The String Band Beach Jam (6pm; Free) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; (910) 509-3040 Benny Hill (6:30pm; Free; jazz) —Sweet & Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavilion Plc. Trivia Night (6:30 pm; Free) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. Open Mic w/ Thomas and Oglesby (7pm; Free) —Half Time Sports Cafe, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

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

travis shallow (10pm; free; americana) —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock St.

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

Monday, November 24

Karaoke w/DJ AMP (8pm; Free) —Locals Tavern, 6213-D Market St.

S.I.N Night (6pm; Free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

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

Trivia (7:30pm; Free) —Hell’s Kitchen-Wilmington, NC, 118 Princess St.; (910)763-4133

Doctor Who Wednesdays! (8pm; Free) —Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace Street; (910) 341-0001

The Misfits (8pm; $20-$25; punk-rock) —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

birthday improv and nut street improv (8pm; $3) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Donna Merritt (9pm) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; (910) 362-9666

Tuesday, November 25 New Belgium Tuesday (11am; Free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832 Trivia NIght (6:30pm; Free) —Halligan’s Public House, 1900 Eastwood Rd; 910-679-4172 Trivia with Sherri ‘So Very’ (7pm; Free) —Halftime Sports Bar and Grill, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Saturday Specials (All Day; Free) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.

Open Mic Night (7pm; Free) —Goat and Compass, 710 N 4th St.; (910) 772-1400

Sunday, November 23

Comedy bingo (7:30pm; Free) —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Brunch and Live Music (11:30am; Free) —Elijah’s Restaurant, 2 Ann St.

Wednesday, November 26 Team Trivia (8am; Free) —Buffalo Wild Wings Eastwood, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.

Sunday Jazz Series (6pm; Free) —Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 8210362

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

College Night Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

Sunday Jazz in the Beer Garden (5pm; Free) —Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 8210362

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

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

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

Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St. Bomb Night w/DJ (9pm) —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St. DJ Lord Walrus (9pm) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave. DJ Hood (9pm; Free) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Brass Pelican, 2112 N. New River Dr.

DJ TwoClikz (9pm) —SideBar, 18 S. Front St. Karaoke (9pm; Free) —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

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NORTH CHARLESTON PAC/COLISEUM 5001 Coliseum dr., n. charleston, sc (843) 529-5000 11/19: Cher, Pat Benetar, Neil Giraldo 11/20: KEM 11/21: James Taylor

208 MARKET ST. , DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON (CORNER OF 2ND & MARKET ST) /// WWW.ZIGGYSBYTHESEA.COM

NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 11/22: Gridlock 11/23: Lyfe Jennings 11/26: The Black Lillies LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. Cabarrus stREET, raleigh, nc (919) 821-4111 11/22: Kill the Noise 11/23: Stalley 11/25: Flatbush Zombies & The Underachievers 11/26: A Live One

GROOVES IN THE QUEEN CITY: Say Anything comes to The Fillmore in Charlotte, NC, alongside Saves the Day, on November 24. Photo by Neil Visel.

ZIGGY’S 170 W. 9th st., winston-salem, nc (336) 722-5000 11/20: Sister Hazel 11/21: Pepper; Maggie on Melrose 11/22: Powerman5000; Dream Killer 11/25: The Misfits 11/26: Big Daddy Love, Big Something HOUSE OF BLUES 4640 Hwy. 17 sOUTH, myrtle beach, sc (843) 272-3000 11/21: Slippery When Wet

AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 South Tryon STREET, Charlotte, NC (704) 377-6874 11/19: Saliva 11/20: Powerman 5000 11/21: Skyfold 11/22: Red, White and Crue THE FILLMORE 1000 Seaboard stREET, charlotte, NC (704) 549-5555 11/19: Kat Country Jam 11/20: Dillon Francis 11/21: Anberlin 11/22: Zoso 11/23: Slayer, Suicidal Tendencies, Exodus 11/24: Say Anything, Saves the Day 11/26: Michael Tracy

11/20: Trans-Siberian Orchestra

THE ORANGE PEEL 101 bILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 11/19: Dillon Francis 11/20: Mountain Rock Girl Pageant 11/21: Infected Mushroom 11/23: Kill the Noise 11/25: Flogging Molly

PNC ARENA 1400 edwards mill rd., raleigh, nc (919) 861-2323 11/22: Trans-Siberian Orchestra

OVENS AUDITORIUM 2700 E. Independence blvd., charlotte (704) 372-3600 11/21: KEM

THE ARTS CENTER 300-G E. Main st., carrboro, nc (919) 969-8574 11/21: Karla Bonoff

CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN STREET, CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 11/19: MC Chris, MC Lars, Spose 11/21: Blonde Redhead, People Get Ready; TOW3RS 11/22: Jonathan Richman; The Tender Fruit 11/23: The New Pornographers 11/25: The Black Lillies

TIME WARNER CABLE ARENA 333 e. trade st., Charlotte, NC (704) 688-9000

GREENSBORO COLISEUM 1921 W. Lee St. Greensboro, NC (336) 373-7400 11/19-23: Garth Brooks w/Trisha Yearwood 11/23: KEM 11/26: Trans-Siberian Orchestra

MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., durham, NC (919) 901-0875 11/19: Gangstagrass

NOV.20 LOVE & THEFT NOV.19 NOV.20 NOV.21 NOV.22 NOV.23 NOV.24 NOV.28 NOV.29 DEC.3 DEC.4 DEC.5 DEC.6

POWERMAN 5000 LOVE & THEFT THE Nth POWER NORA JANE STRUTHERS AND THE PARTY LINE LIFE IS A FLOWER, LIFE IS A GUN THE MISFITS CANNABIS CORPSE NANTUCKET DOPAPOD CROWBAR /// UNEARTH ULTIMATE ALDEAN SIGNAL FIRE

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SEBASTIAN BACH DONNA THE BUFFALO MADBALL TAB BENOIT JIM QUICK & COASTLINE ASKING ALEXANDRIA BADFISH (SUBLIME TRIBUTE) MOON TAXI EARPHUNK GEORGE CLINTON AND THE PARLIAMENT FUCKADELIC MAR.31 FORTUNATE YOUTH

DEC.11 SEBASTIAN BACH

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Fresh from the Farm

Limitless Creation:

arts > art

Art colony concludes with expo at Wilma W. Daniels Gallery By: Jay Workman

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

OPEN FROM

8a.m. to 1p.m.

FARMERS’ MARKET Runs through November 22nd

OPEN RAIN OR SHINE!!

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

• Meats • Seafood • Honey • Baked goods • Pickles • Jams & Jelly • Art & Crafts

N. Water St. between Market & Princess at Riverfront Park.

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or the past 17 years, No Boundaries International Art Colony has beckoned artists from across the globe to the tranquil shores of Bald Head Island.

Once gathered, the local, regional, national, and international artists experience two weeks of uninterrupted artistic focus (if you don’t count the day I visited).

The view from the artist residences at Captain Charlie’s Station is an optical punch in the gut. The three historic beach cottages (generously provided by Bald Head Limited and The Mitchell family) are nestled along Bald Head’s dune ridge. They offer panoramic views of the Cape Fear River, Frying Pan Shoals and the Atlantic Ocean. Both the stunning location and collaborative environment of the colony grant every visitor an opportunity to thrive.

“For two weeks [the artists] are surrounded by like-minded people,” Beth Crookham, vice president of the No Boundaries board of directors, says. “They may approach life and art differently, but they are all on a similar path. I think the opportunity to spend two weeks without explaining that is pretty amazing and liberating.”

Each year about a quarter of the group is made up of colony alumni—an intentional move by board members—to foster repetition and representation. The balance of new and old keeps the colony feeling both fresh and familiar.

“It’s a great opportunity to share and grow, so we don’t get stuck in our own ways,” Gayle Tustin, No Boundaries co-founder and board member, reveals. “And we like to have a mix of artists, so it’s never a planar group by any means.”

The 2014 cycle includes six visiting artists from Argentina, Cuba, Spain, New Mexico, Colorado, Nashville, and Massachusetts. The remaining six local artists complete the group.

Mediums run the gamut between painters, sculptors, mixed-media artists, printmakers, a filmmaker, and singer-songwriter. By the third day, the motley crew of creators already has carved out work spaces for themselves—some in bedrooms, others perched on porches with easels. Many explore the maritime forest and beach for materials and inspiration.

Barcelona, Spain, resident Khalid El Bekay is on the third cottage’s deck, painting torn-

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A WOOD CUTTER AT WORK: Topher Alexander makes an original woodcut on Bald Head Island as part of the No Boundaries Art Colony. Photo by Karl Mullen

book pages and arranging them on a canvas.

It is his first time utilizing paper with English words in his work.

Originally from Kildares, Ireland, poet, musician and painter Karl Mullen has been eyeing his new spot on the middle cottage’s back porch since his stay last year. A dozen figure paintings already blanket his table.

Local artist Topher Alexander studies a pair of his woodcuts nearby. Both are inspired by the cottage interior, which is rumored to be haunted.

Jennifer Page, another local printmaker and owner of Cape Fear Press in Carolina Beach, spends much of her time crouched among the low-lying shrubs shooting a small live oak with a homemade pinhole camera. The 8-by10-inch wood box contains a tin aperture cut from a Pabst Blue Ribbon can. It captures images to be processed through photogravure, an early form of photography wherein copper plates were coated with light-sensitive gelatin tissue, exposed to a film positive and then etched. The downstairs lavatory of her cabin has been transformed into a darkroom. The phrase, “I’ll be out in six minutes,” takes on a whole new meaning.

No Boundaries president Michelle Connolly orbits the entire property, utilizing every available space for painting and 3D creaturemaking. Her art’s presence stretches from the back porch, to the boardwalk and to the storage building at the front of the complex.

This is her seventh “proper” time with the colony. Although the multi-faceted art maven is set to move back to Australia next month, she plans to stay on as remote president

throughout 2015. She’ll visit the colony one last time next November. “You get quite attached to it,” Connolly says. “It’s personal. It’s something I really believe in.”

This year No Boundaries has partnered with Cape Fear Community College to extend their community reach. The day before departure, artists and board members met at CFCC’s downtown campus to speak to students and interested parties about their art and the colony.

Additionally, a gala exhibition, showcasing artist works from the island, will be held exclusively at the Wilma W. Daniels Gallery on the evening of November 22. The pieces will be displayed until January 16. This is the first time the exhibition will be held somewhere other than Acme Art Studio.

As the scope of No Boundaries continues to evolve, the belief in free expression and cross-cultural dialogue will remain as constant as the horizon line visible from Captain Charlie’s Station. Like the colony’s name suggests, all who visit leave knowing the infinite possibilities of their own artistic endeavors.

DETAILS:

No Boundaries Exhibition Gala

Artwork by: Topher Alexander, Michelle Connolly, Khalid El Bekay, Gabriel Kelly, Karl Mullen, Jennifer Page, Lázaro Salista, Laurinda Stockwell, Alejandro Teves, Pam Toll, Gayle Tustin, Michael Van Hout

Sat., November 22, 6 p.m.

Hangs through Jan. 16 Tues. - Thurs., noon - 5 p.m.

Wilma W. Daniels Gallery, CFCC 200 Hanover St. www.nbiac.org

glass, pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.

Artfuel.inc 2165 Wrightsville Ave. Mon.-Sat., noon-7 p.m. www.artfuelinc.com • (910) 343 5233

Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 39, featuring local art work from Sharon Lafond, Liz Sullivan, Ann Garrett and Vicki O. All are welcome!

SUNSET RIVER Marketplace

ArtExposure!

In the historic fishing village of Calabash, NC, over 10,000-plus square feet of fine arts is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paintings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and acrylics; plus awardwinning 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 place for artists and a center of the community, thanks to its onsite pottery studio, complete with two kilns; a custom master framing department; and art classrooms for workshops and ongoing instruction.

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 Tues.- Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • sunsetrivermarketplace.com

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ArtExposure will be showing fine arts and crafts all under 100.00 in our main gallery.

Give the gift of art at affordable prices. All of our artists are from North Carolina. This a great opportunity to support the arts and give a beautiful hand-made gift at the same time. This show will remain until the 23rd of December.

We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm and by appointment. We have added five new artists since September working in fused glass, wood-working, pottery and photography. Take the drive to visit and see the works of more than 40 NC artists,

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY 200 Hanover St., CFCC parking deck, first level 910-362-7431

Cape Fear Community College's Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to host the No Boundaries International Art Colony 2014 Exhibition. Please join us for an opening reception on November 22, 2014 from 6-9pm. Participating artists include Alejandro Teves (Argentina), Christopher Alexander (NC, USA), Gabriel Kelley (TN, USA), Gayle Tustin (NC, USA), Jennifer Page (NC, USA), Joel Fernando (CO, USA), Karl Mullen (Ireland/MA, USA), Keltsey Mattachione (NC, USA), Khalid el Bekay (Morocco/ Spain), Laurinda Stockwell (NM, USA), Lázaro Hernandez (Cuba), Michael Van Hout (NC, USA), Michelle Connolly (UK/Australia/NC, USA) and Pamela Toll (NC, USA). Exhibition dates are November 22 - January 16 and admission is free. Regular gallery hours are Wednesdays and Thursdays 12-5pm and Fridays 12-3:30pm.

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Featured this month is Richard Pape, a local photographer who captures the beauty of our surroundings in every shot. Cape Fear Native features the works of local artists and craftspeople inspired by nature. Here you’ll find art, jewelry, photos, sail bags, river wood creations, tiles, note cards, historic maps, books and our exclusive Wilmington city map tees/totes/prints. Text NATIVE to 40691 to join our Mobile VIP Club for special offers!

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talented Susan Savia playing and singing your favorite songs.

New Elements Gallery 201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-6p.m. (or by appt.) • www.newelementsgallery.com

"3D: Going Elemental" features recent works

by Elizabeth Alexander-Spencer, David Goldhagen, and Tom Kennedy. This show brings together three artists who layer material and meaning to create multi-dimensional sculptures that buck convention.

The show will remain on display through November 22nd. The public is invited to meet with the artists and discuss their work.

910-792-9378 • Saturdays, 11am-3pm or by appt.

Visionary artist and recipient of several awards, Erika Lawrence is the featured artist. Born in Hungary, Erika’s creations are influenced by her Eastern European heritage. She is known for her “icons," vibrant colors and unique creations on canvas in oil and hand built sculptures. See her new collection of sculptures, such as “Akire” a 2-foot statue of a lady kneeling with an ancient “tree of life” crown on her head and holding the world in her hand. Come and also enjoy the evening with entertainment by

River to Sea Gallery 225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) • (910)-763-3380 Tues.-Sat. 11am-5p; Sun. 1-4pm.

River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show will enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture,

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Holiday Classic Comes to Life:

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‘A Christmas Story the Musical’ makes City Stage premiere By: Shea Carver

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is the season of turkey dinners, candy canes, elves, gifts aplenty, and giving back to others. Oh, and the 24-hour marathon of that classic tale we’ve all grown to love, “A Christmas Story.” In Wilmington folks will be able to enjoy it in a new light—and much earlier than Christmas day—thanks to City Stage. Co.’s presentation of “A Christmas Story the Musical,” set to open this weekend, November 21.

Directed by theatre veteran Debra Gillingham, and including a cast heavy in kids and adults, the show highlights everything great about the holidays through a child’s eye. “It’s about Christmas and family, and a little boy’s wish for something special,” Gillingham says.

The story follows Ralphie and his quest to secure a Red Ryder carbine action, 200-shot range, model air rifle (a.k.a. BB gun) under the tree on Christmas morning. His mother’s concern, “you’ll shoot your eye out,” and his dad’s advocacy, “every little boy needs a BB gun,” are only part of a slew of zany antics

that carry the show through a host of hilarious scenarios.

With music and lyrics written by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and book by Joseph Robinette, the musical first toured in 2009.

The script and score were revised before it opened on Broadway in 2012.

“The music is deceptively tricky,” Gillingham says. “Lots of syncopation, changing keys, and a lot more dialogue was woven into the songs.”

“The music adds layers to the characters that were not fleshed out in the movie,” musical director Michael Laureicella adds. “It’s refreshing to delve deeper into the family dynamics.”

Through solos, duets and ensemble numbers, audiences will see more compassion from Ralphie’s mom, Mrs. Parker (Heather Setzler), and the depth of brotherhood between Ralphie (Carson Holmes) and Randy (Abel Zukerman). As well, they’ll garner a few more surprises with “The Old Man” (Ralphie’s father, played by JR Rodriguez) and his famed leg-lamp obsession.

mates. “I remember seeing the number on the Tony Awards a couple of years ago,” Gillingham recalls. “It brought down the house; I think our kids and Penny will do the same.”

The time frame of “A Christmas Story” is an integral piece in portraying innocence. Gillingham is working with Terry Collins of Scenic Asylum to take on the challenge of a set design that represents the 1940s. Props have been secured with the help of City Stage Co. artistic director Nick Gray and costumes by Isabel Zermani.

“I love doing historical research for a production, whether I am directing or performing,” she notes. “I created an 18-page study guide for my cast, with facts about Mr. Shepherd, WOR radio, Hammond, Indiana [Shepherd’s hometown, on which the story is based], Higbee’s Department Store, Red Ryder, Black Bart, and more.”

It all evokes a simpler time in life—without the instant gratification of technology ever Delving into hell: Carson Holmes plays Ralphie in present. “The country was just recovering City Stage Co.’s ‘A Christmas Story the Musical,’ open- from the Depression, and even the little things ing this weekend. Photo by Curtis Brown Photography in life were sometimes hard to come,” Gillingham says. “With today’s over-commercializa“My favorite song is ‘Before the Old Man tion of the holidays, I think it’s a refreshing look Comes Home,’” Lauricella says. “Sung by at how our country and lives used to be.”

“The music has a definite nod to the oldCarson, Abel, Heather and JR, it is the catalyst that brings the entire family together in style musical, with a dash of surprise and their moment of crisis—the crisis being the reverence,” Lauricella says. “It presents some simple tunes in a clever way. It’s light, broken leg lamp.”

“Family bonds are universal and the audi- fun, and engaging.”

The orchestra consists of Harry McLamb ence should be able to really relate to these beautifully written musical moments,” Giling- (trumpet), Torree McLamb (flute), Shiela Hardison (clarinet), Steve Williams (keyboard), and ham remarks.

More numbers animate and engage, as Pete Frank (drums). Dallas Lafon will design seen in The Old Man’s flat-tire scene (“Oh, lighting, with Will Burns and Clarissa Thomas Fudge”), Flick’s double-dog dare in the school heading sound. Choreography has been creyard (“Sticky Situation”), and especially ated by Kendra Goehring-Garrett.

In the season’s give-back spirit—and in through the fantasies of Ralphie (“Red Ryder Carbine Action BB Gun”). Though Gillingham connecting back to the Salvation Santa in the never watched the film before staging the script—City Stage Co.’s “A Christmas Story show, she’s steered clear from screening it the Musical” will have a Salvation Army volunmore than once, in order to breathe new life teer onsite, red kettle in tow. “All donations into the stage version. “I want our cast and collected during show’s run will be given to the Salvation Army,” Gillingham notes. “It is the staff to make it our own,” she claims.

Former Wilmington mayor Harper Peter- season of giving, so I hope our audiences will son will play the show’s narrator Jean Shep- be generous.” herd. Shepherd penned the original book and short story, “In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash,” which inspired his 1983 film script.

Shepherd’s role onstage is more profound A Christmas Story the Musical than just his onscreen voice-over. “He makes City Stage Co. the show work,” Gillingham says. “[Harper] carries a lot on his shoulders, but his work is 21 N. Front St. - 5th Floor thoughtful, warm and spot-on.”

Nov. 21-23, 28-30, Dec. 5-7 Penny Kohut will play Ralphie’s teacher, Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.

Mrs. Shields, in the big tap-number, “You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out.” Ten kids will hit the Tickets: $18-$25 stage with her to round out Ralphie’s class- www.citystageco.com

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Vignettes of Womanhood:

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‘What Doesn’t Kill Me...’ proves challenges through comedy By: Gwenyfar Rohler

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ilmington’s newest theatre company, Outrageous Pelican Productions (OPP), opened their inaugural show at Cape Fear Playhouse on Castle St. this weekend. Largely the brainchild of Nicole Farmer and Susan M. Steadman, OPP states one of their goals as “a celebration of works by women.” To that end, they are offering “What Doesn’t Kill Me…” a collection labeled as three one-acts written by Steadman and directed by Farmer. Each addresses themes of identity in adult womanhood.

Though labeled one-acts, these are more so vignettes in the sense they don’t really resolve a conflict. It’s more of a kaleidoscopic look at the struggles of motherhood and adult life. Taken as a whole, the work captures the spirit of clowning. What is being joked about is so serious and heavy that it must be approached with humor to keep from crying.

Steadman does a wonderful job of finding the funny and the ridiculous in the upsetting, by

taking a gauged-lens look at specific aspects of the human experience that are often ignored, glossed-over or romanticized. Perhaps the reason the pieces don’t truly resolve is that the human experience doesn’t ever truly resolve. Instead of tying it up in a neat package, Steadman focuses the lens on the protagonists and their agenda.

The first offering, “Filling Spaces,” follows Rhonda (Carla Stanley), a part-time creative writing teacher with an insensitive, emotionally abusive husband, Charlie (Kazu Takeda). Using a series of gong sounds to note the transition of moments within the script, we follow Rhonda through an embarrassing party where Charlie humiliates her multiple times. There are irritating misunderstandings with friends, pointless therapy sessions and nightmare sequences.

Stanley is moving as a kind-hearted but isolated and undernourished adult who isn’t sure how her life descended into this. It is not hard to see a

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MOVING DAY: Elaine Nalee plays Nola in “Moving Day,” one of three one-acts playing at Cape Fear Playhouse. Courtesy photo

bit of ourselves in her struggle to find her voice.

Though she resolves this need on a metaphorical level, Steadman does not send her roaring into the universe, wrecking havoc as would be a standard dramatic technique. How does one resolve issues of emotional neglect and violence in less than an hour? Without using belittling platitudes, it is incredibly difficult to fathom. Takeda’s portrayal of the husband who always has to shut down any joy or desires she has, while somehow still playing the victim, is fascinating. But the character is written to be one-dimensional, which doesn’t give him much opportunity to be more fully human and thereby explore the full complications of a relationship like this.

“Tuesdays We Go To Playgroup” utilizes the creative conceit of having adults play 4-year-old toddlers by moving about on their knees with pads. As the four actresses act out the stereotypes of frustrated early motherhood, the children mirror them across the stage. When the balance of power shifts to one woman, her child also rises in the power struggle among the other children. The technique is well-executed.

The third offering, “Moving Day,” is almost a one-woman show. Elaine Nalee stars as Nola, an older woman in the process of moving out of her house. She hires two movers, played by Bryce Flint-Somerville and Joe Smith. They serve as foils to her deluded ideas of organization and taking control of her life. While she lectures the audience, they move on- and offstage, carting boxes and bags. Meanwhile, she inform us she is good at managing people, all the while working out to Jane Fonda and searching for a missing kitty cat.

As a study on denial, it is interesting because clearly everything she fancies herself to be— organized, good at managing people, smart, productive, generous—gets juxtaposed with her actions and interactions with the movers.

Nalee is a good performer and truly communicates great subtleties in this fairly shallow woman. Flint-Somerville has a gift for physical comedy that is infectious, and Wilmington audiences only can hope to see much more of him soon. When he and Smith uncover the elephant in the room, their shock and discomfort is palpable. In spite of having the audience’s undivided attention for nearly 20 minutes, there is no actual story or explanation offered. We see the moment after the action, and we see her cleaning up from it, but the story is only hinted at, not revealed. Perhaps leaving the audience wanting more is the sign of artistic success.

Visually, Farmer, Steadman and their cohorts have assembled a really versatile, working set that moves through all three pieces seamlessly.

The costumes are particularly detailed with one of the mommy-daughter pairs in matching outfits, and Nalee is in an ensemble that goes from workwear to a ball gown, with complete believability.

Though there are three distinct but related pieces, there is only one 15-minute intermission that comes just before the third piece.

Admittedly, watching the extensive set-redressing for act two is entertaining, but two 10-minute intermissions between the pieces might be a better choice.

It is really wonderful to welcome another production company to the scene, especially one with a mission to uplift women artists. Part of what makes this particular show interesting is that it looks at the daily application of secondwave feminism, as it butts its head against the reality of expectations that women still cope with—willingly or not.

All the theory in the world crumbles at dirty diapers, bills to be paid and the never ending need we have to still be attractive to our mate. The conflict philosophy and biological necessitates plays out slowly and inexorably.

Steadman has captured that really well. If this first production is anything to judge what is to come from OPP, it definitely will be different, challenging and interesting.

DETAILS:

What Doesn’t Kill Me ★★★ ★ ★ Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St. Thurs. - Sun., 20-23, 8 p.m.; Sun. matinee: 3 p.m.

Tickets: $10-$18 • (910) 367-5237 www.bigdawgproductions.org

Captivating Journey:

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Cast dedication shines in ‘Middletown’ By: Gwenyfar Rohler

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NCW Theatre continues their season with Will Eno’s “Middletown,” directed by Dr. Paul Castagno. The cast brings an interesting blend of audience favorites, like actors Phillip Antonino and Wilson James, with many new faces appearing on the UNCW stage for the first time.

“Middletown” has been linked to Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” the 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winner and high-school staple of life in small-town America. Whereas “Our Town” embraces a plot arc and celebrates the sentimentality of small-town life, “Middletown” views it through a harsh post-Freudian lens and shies away from a classic story trajectory.

Grover’s Corners is a sweet remembrance of small-town life: when one dreamed big of leaving, but instead stuck around to raise another generation in the same place. But “Middletown” is inhabited by yuppie couples who move to raise children after they have made their stack in the big city. Enter Mary (Erin Armendariz), a young pregnant mother newly transplanted to Middletown whose husband commutes for work to the big city. Her neighbor, John (Wilson James), is an anxiety-filled, out-of-work, Jack-ofall-trades. Instead of the young ingénue with life and hopes in front of her, Mary via Armendariz embodies a disappointed, confused, lonely human being.

Far from the young hero archetype, James’ John is barely functional. In the safety of their town, where the most menacing creature is the local police officer (Robert Smith), they falter and fail to connect. Yet, the both have come to such a place hoping for exactly the connections they fail to build.

Rather than having a stage manger to narrate and manipulate events as in “Our Town,” “Middletown” has a librarian (Jessica Gift) and a scrounging mechanic (Antonino). Together, they seem to serve as a witness and tipping point for local events. Gift must have spent a good portion of her childhood at the library, because her interpretation of the classic frumpy, wellmeaning spinster librarian is dead-on, without succumbing to parody.

Antonino turns up the mechanic with a touch of creepy, and a bit of humor and heart that is unappreciated if truly depended upon. Over the past two years, he has become one of my favorite performers to see onstage and yet again brings total commitment and great timing to his role. Together, these foils move the little town and its conscience along the bumpy road of life.

But just in case “Middletown” didn’t have a perspective about its existence, a couple of tourists

Delving into hell: Eno’s ‘Middletown’ plays at UNCW through Nov. 23, with perfromances from (l. to r.) Robert Smith III and Phillip Antonino. Courtesy photo

(Garry Jones and Rhema Easley) have arrived to view it from the outside and weight it against the great sites of the world. Their tour guide (Dottie Davis) has never traveled outside “Middletown” in her life, but she knows this place intimately.

One might even say, molecularly. Davis plays several characters, and she makes each distinct.

But it is her tour guide who first captures the audience’s heart with her needs and frustrations so close to the surface. Holding her own against Jones and Easley is no mean feat, but those two have grasped physical comedy by the throat and are not letting go.

Many of the performers play multiple roles, creating an ensemble that feels like it is made up of people who look vaguely familiar but remain just out of reach of intimate friendship. Mark D. Sorensen has excellently costumed this everchanging group to achieve the constant feeling that you should know them; yet, somehow you don’t. Of course, without distinct performances from a hard-working ensemble, that wouldn’t be possible. It really is an example of the director’s vision successfully manifesting between the designer and performers.

The design and production resources of UNCW are vast. I always anticipate the visual elements of their shows because of whom the institution attracts. Lighting designer Tom Salzman does a great job moving the audience through time and space without blurring the lines of passing time. Distinct locations and emotions for each really stand out, especially the lonely illumination of the streetlight that hangs downstage left.

Randall A. Enlow’s scenic design manages to blend transparency. It almost is unnerving at times, especially when the scrim reveals

the houses of Mary and John.

Whatever the script obscures with repetitive ramblings, the visual makes painfully clear and unmistakable.

Castagno has focused on the relationships (desired, attained and missed) among the characters most noticeably; it shows in the work the performers bring to life. Eno writes dialogue and monologues that jump in and out of characters’ exterior and interior voices. Probably more realistically than many of us want to admit, he pens long-winded and reparative conversations we have with others and ourselves when we are trying to make sense of things.

Realistic as the script might be, it is not the Pulitzer Prize finalist that his 2005 “Thom Pain (based on nothing)” is. Still, these young performers are so dedicated to the script and performance that their determination and perseverance in a world that fails to produce what they have been promised still holds the audience’s

attention. The script also does not utilize a standard plot arc, so much of what is happening is extraneous to Mary and John. Or are they extraneous to everything else? It is not a focused lens that looks upon these people, and it certainly is not a kind one.

Eno is clearly in love with his script, which could easily stand to lose about 45 minutes. But the young talents captivate, so that we are willing to go along with them on this journey.

DETAILS: Middletown

★ ★ ★ 1/2 ★ ★ UNCW Cultural Arts Building Mainstage Theatre Thurs. - Sun., Nov. 20-23, 8 p.m.; Sun. matinee: 2 p.m.

Tickets: $5-$12 (910) 962-3500 www.uncw.edu/arts/boxoffice.html

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The Cameron Art Museum and Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation cordially invite you to the Festival of Trees kickoff celebration

Party

in the Pines

Friday, November 21, 2014 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Cameron Art Museum Corner of 17th & Independence Blvd.

Musical Guests Benny Hill & The Keith Butler Trio

Enjoy delectable hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres and decadent desserts Advanced Ticket Sales Extended to Nov. 18, $35; From Nov. 19 - 21 $45 Purchase tickets at www.capefearfestivaloftrees.org or call 910-395-5999

Party in the Pines Sponsorship by Katherine F. McKenzie The Festival of Trees benefits Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation and the Cameron Art Museum.

Party in the Pines proceeds benefit museum educational programming.

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An Average Mess:

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‘Interstellar’ has a great set up that falls apart

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By: Anghus

Cinematique

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“I

nterstellar” is an anomaly—a movie that gets so much right before going so woefully wrong. It starts out amazing and ends up befuddling. For the record, I’m not referring to any of the loftier themes at play; I’m talking about choices—grating indulgences.

Director Christopher Nolan (“Inception”) has made a very grand, heavy-handed, space epic.

I expect it will be a polarizing experience for most film-goers. Be warned, fair readers, I’m going to be charting a course through spoiler territory. This is a review you don’t want to read until you’ve seen the film.

Christopher Nolan is a director I admire.

He works on a level few big-budget directors achieve and delivers extremely interesting, entertaining movies that, up until now, have introduced big ideas without feeling the need to explain too much. His films are earnest and at times borderline corny; however, they always manage to entertain and yield something that feels fresh in a stale era where everything is highly derivative.

Most people know Nolan for “Inception,” a movie that also polarized audiences. Many thought the dream-hopping heist was an engaging thriller with an amazing premise.

Others thought it was ridiculously flawed at a fundamental level. “Interstellar” is exactly that kind of movie.

The premise is simple enough: The future is going to suck (I’ve been saying that a lot lately).

We greedy humans used up all the planet’s resources, and now everything has reverted to a dust-bowl-era Steinbeckian hell. Among the last remnants of humanity is Cooper (Matthew McConaughey) and his family. A former pilot-turned-farmer, Cooper feels out of place in a world more focused on crop yields than exploring the stars.

Cooper’s daughter, Murphy, discovers a strange phenomenon in her room—a gravitational flux that sends them in search of coordinates on a map. When they arrive, they learn it’s the location of a last-ditch effort to try to save humanity, by finding a new planet to inhabit. Surprise! They need a pilot. Cooper is tasked with an impossible decision. OK, “impossible” might be too strong a word, but it’s a difficult choice to make: Leave his family to help lead the mission to save them or stay behind on a dying world.

The first act sets up the film brilliantly. There’s a great reality to this dust-covered world in which these characters exist.It’s bleak; options are limited. You’re either smart enough to contribute to the world-saving plan or you farm crops to keep people fed. The one plus: Guidance counselors have it really easy.

The first act is brilliant. Once the movie leaves

reel to reel

Through the Galaxy: Anne Hathaway stars as the fiery Dr. Brand in “Interstellar.” Courtesy photo.

Earth for its space journey, things go from love to like. The crew of the spaceship, Endurance, is a small but plucky group. They’re heading toward a mysterious wormhole that will take them to another galaxy to check out several potentially habitable planets. Dr. Brand (Anne Hathaway) is the pluckiest of the plucky. She’s a spitfire convinced that their mission can save humanity in spite of the odds. The three planets are a lot like Goldilock’s porridge: One is too hot, one is too cold, and one is just right.

The space exploration has a good mix of warm-heartedness and cold logic. Cooper believes they can find a habitable world and get back in time to save Earth—even though they are dealing with some time-bending reality scenarios that mean a few hours on a planet could equate two years for Earth. There might not be any planet left to save. McConaughey does a great job of being the emotional core of the film.

His faith is unshakable. Even when faced with unthinkable obstacles, he pushes through, trying to find that sliver of hope.

The second act is good but feels a little rushed. So much time is spent establishing Earth and setting up high stakes. The second act pushes right through. It takes an hour to get off Earth and what feels like 20 minutes to explore two new planets. The third act—oh, the third act. This is where it goes from good to grating, and this is the part where I get a little acidic. You might want to pop a Zantac.

Apparently, Christopher Nolan wanted to remake “2001” or “The Black Hole.” Maybe both. The final act of “Interstellar” is brutally ham-fisted, like the love child of Mike Tyson and a Smithfield’s pork butt. Nolan does such a good job setting up the film’s climax, and it should be painfully obvious to anyone other than braintrauma sufferers how the film is going to end. It’s telegraphed with the clarity of the Hubble telescope: It’s noticeable light years away. Instead

of letting the audience connect the dots, he has Cooper deliver painful exposition to try to make sure everyone in the theater gets the ending.

There’s about 20 minutes of the film that dips its toes into the laughable. It’s cringe-inducing that very few directors would get a pass on. So much of the third act feels unnecessary: scenes that could have been outright severed from the nearly three-hour runtime.

“Interstellar” is a movie that starts out with promise but eventually devolves into something pedantic. Still, moments of beauty and brilliance—buoyed by scenes of Topher Grace shouting updates about a crop fire for what feels like an eternity—entertain. I like the set up, but the follow-through is clunky. It’s a movie that feels like it’s another couple of edits away from being something monumental. As is, it’s kind of an average mess.

DETAILS: Interstellar

★ ★ 1/2 ★ ★ ★ Starring Matthew McConaughey Anne Hathaway and Jessica Chastain Directed by Christopher Nolan Rated PG-13

11/24-26: “My Old Lady”—In this warm and witty comedy from the great American playwright Israel Horovitz, New Yorker Mathias Gold (Kevin Kline) inherits a Parisian apartment from his estranged father. When Gold arrives in France to sell his newly acquired home, he is surprised by a live-in tenant who refuses to budge. His apartment turns out to be a viager—an ancient French real estate system—with some complicated, rather funky rules. Gold finds himself in a contract that forces him to pay monthly installments to the feisty old lady (Maggie Smith) and her daughter (Kristin Scott Thomas) who have inhabited his apartment, (PG-13, 1hr. 47min.)

ACE Films

Fisher Student Center, Lumina Theatre 1006, UNCW $2 for students/$4 GA; films at 7 p.m. www.uncw.edu/lumina 11/21: Shot over 12 years with the same cast, “Boyhood” captures the coming-ofage story of a young boy named Mason.

He grows up with his hard-working mother, sarcastic older sister, and estranged freespirited father in Texas over the course of a decade. The film is directed by Richard Linklater and stars Ellar Coltrane, Patricia Arquette, Lorelei Linklater, and Ethan Hawke. (R, 165 min.)

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Southeastern NC’s premier dining guide

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Halligan's Pub

3317 Masonboro Loop Rd. (910) 791-1019 1900 Eastwood Rd. (910) 679-4172

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

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

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

Blue surf cafÉ

Sophisticated Food…Casual Style. We offer a menu that has a heavy California surf culture influence while still retaining our Carolina roots. We provide a delicate balance of flavors and freshness in a comfortable and inviting setting. We offer a unique breakfast menu until noon daily, including specialty waffles, skillet hashes and unique breakfast sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi sandwich and customer favorite, meatloaf sandwich.

Our dinner features a special each night along with our favorite house entrees: Braised Beef Brisket, Mojo Pork and Mahi. All of our entrees are as delicious as they are inventive.

We also have a full beer and wine list. Come try the “hidden gem” of Wilmington today. 250 Racine Drive, Wilmington 910-523-5362.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily Specials, Gluten Free Menu, Gourmet Hot Chocolates, Outdoor Patio, New Artist event first Friday of every month and Kids Menu.

■ WEBSITE: www.bluesurfcafe.com

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.-Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

If you’re looking for good food and an atmosphere that’s fun

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for the whole family, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place! Award winning wings and 20 signature sauces and seasonings.

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

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: MondaySaturday 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

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

Elijah’s

Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets.

As a Casual American Grill and Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds of people, Elijah’s is the place to be.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11:30-10:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available

HENRY’S

A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up

American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because its going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events. Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant.com for details. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com.

Holiday Inn Resort

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

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

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

Halligan's pub

“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

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entrees including seafood, steak and pasta, as well as a wide assortment of burgers, sandwiches (Halligan’s Cheese Steak), and salads. And if you are looking for a friendly watering hole where you can raise a glass or two with friends, new and old, Halligan’s Public House boasts a comfortable bar where fun-loving bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills the air. Stop by Halligan’s Public House today, “When you’re at Halligan’s....you’re at home.” With 12 beers on tap and 16 flat screen TVs, you can watch your favorite game and enjoy your favorite drink. Enjoy two locatons: 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd., and 1900 Eastwood Rd. in Lumina Station.

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

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

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

Ogden Tap Room

Wilmington’s go to Southern Gastro-Pub. With a menu featuring some southeast favorites and a few from the bayou. Ogden Tap Room offers a selection the whole family will enjoy. With 40 beers on tap from around the world, The O Tap is a Craft Beer Enthusiast dream come true. Ogden Tap Room also has a great wine selection as well as a full bar featuring the areas largest Bourbon selection. You are sure to leave Ogden Tap Room a happy camper.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Thurs 11:00am-Midnight, Fri & Sat 11:00am-1:00 am, Sunday Noon - Midnight.

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

pine valley market

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market.

Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood.

Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

The trolly stop

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken).

Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), allbeef (Sabrett), pork smoked sausage, Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or Look at our website trollystophotdogs.com Catering available, now a large portion of our business. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921

Southport (910) 457-7017 Front St. Wilmington (910) 251-7799 Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

Asian Big Thai II

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

1319 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-6588 ■ Serving Lunch: Mon-Fri 11 a.m. -.2:30 p.m.

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

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

hibachi to go

If you want fresh food fast, check out Hibachi To Go! It is a family-owned business with a professional and friendly staff serving the freshest local ingredients. Everything on the menu is done right on-site, from hand trimming the meat to making every sauce! They offer affordable appetizers such as crab, pork, or pineapple wontons, green bean fries, spring rolls, and edamama along with specialties like Teriyaki or Hibachi chicken, hand-trimmed ribeye, scallops, tempura or grilled shrimp, and fresh fish with veggies and rice. Drop by daily for the $4.69 lunch special and $4 sushi. Bring the little ones in on Sundays to the Ogden location and they can eat for only $0.99!

Visit us at our Ogden location where you can dine- in or takeout or our Hampstead location where you can drive-thru, walk-up, or take-out.

■ Serving Lunch & dinner: 11am- 9pm Everyday ■ Neighboorhood: Ogden- 6932 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28411 (910) 791-7800 Hampstead- 15248 Highway 17 North Wilmington, NC 28411 (910) 270-9200

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■ Featuring: $4.69 lunch specials ■ Website: www.hibachitogo.com

kabuki korean cafÉ and sushi

Family-owned and operated, Kabuki Korean Café and Sushi is Wilmington's only authentic Korean restaurant, freshly renovated and boasting a brand new menu! They feature delectable Korean BBQ, and are best known for traditional items like their bibimbop and bulgogi. But they also feature a large variety of Asian cuisine, from fresh sushi to fried rice to teriyaki dishes, dumplings, edamame and more. Open daily, Kabuki welcomes diners for lunch from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and dinner 4:30 to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. Stop by Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 10 p.m. 4102 Oleander Drive, Suite 2, at the corner of 41st Street, behind the Hess gas station. 910-350-3332.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Mon-Fri, 11am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun, noon-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Oleander Drive.

■ FEATURING: Wilmington's only authentic Korean restaurant!

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

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

Thai Spice

From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine. This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed. Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044.

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

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

yosake downtown sushi lounge

Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing

Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger.

Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week @ 5PM; Sun-Wed 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 and Greater Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

gREEK The greeks

The Greeks is a two-store (going on three), family-ownedand-operated Greek restaurant. Since 2011 Chef Georgios Papanikolaou and his family have been giving unwavering attention to detail to their food, which represents Greek culture. The chef picks fresh local produce and proteins on a daily basis. The spices and herbs are imported from Greece, where they are picked wild from the mountains, sealed and then transported here. The family keeps their Greek roots close to their heart; with each dish they are recreating exactly the same flavors that a person will experience should they be in Greece. With a plethora of recipes to choose from and the best gyro in town, the family hopes to expand without compromising an iota of the experience.

124 Princess St.; 910-343-6933. 5916 Carolina Beach Rd.; 910-769-1536.

■ PRINCESS ST: Monday 10:00AM to 3:00PM Tuesday-Sunday 10:00AM to 9:00PM ■ CAROLINA BEACH: Mon-Sat 10:30AM to 9PM Sunday 11:00AM to 8:00PM ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown and Monkey Junction ■ WEBSITE/SOCIAL MEDIA: www.the-greeks.com or www. facebook.com/thegreeksnc

Indian tandoori Bites

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

eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger. Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540.

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

Monday - Closed ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road #24 ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

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

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 madefrom-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 11:00am6:00pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com ■ FEATURING: Sclafani goods, Polly-O cheese, Ferrara Torrone and much, much more!

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

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

A great place for lunch, dinner, a late night meal, or take out.

Elizabeth’s can also cater your event and now has a party room available. Visit us at 4304 ½ Market St or call 910-2511005 for take out.

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

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

eddie romanelli's

is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years. Its diverse menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, made-from-scratch pizzas. Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16 oz. Marinated Rib Eye Steak. Romanelli’s offers patio dining and flat screen TVs in its bar area. Dine in or take out, Romanelli’s is always a crowd favorite. Large parties welcome. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. (910) 383.1885.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South.

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

Fat Tony’s Italian Pub

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops.

Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% discount to students and faculty at CFCC. They have two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am10 pm; Friday-Saturday 11 am-Midnight; Sunday Noon-10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

Organic

Jamaican

LOVEY’S MARKET

JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

Tucked in the corner of University Landing, a block from UNCW is the hidden gem of Wilmington’s international cuisine scene - Jamaica’s Comfort Zone. This family owned restaurant provides a relaxing blend of Caribbean delights – along with reggae music – served up with irrepressible smiles for miles. From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, jerk and curry chicken, to our specialty 4-course meals ($12.00) and $5.99 Student meal. Catering options are available.

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

Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for organic and natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a veggie burger, hamburger or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar—which has cold, organix 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.

siena trattoria

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

■ SERVING DINNER: at 4 p.m. Daily.

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

SLICE OF LIFE

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

4610-A Maple Ave, Wilmington, NC (910) 833-5300 SIAA is an ideal venue for a romantic dinner for two, for corporate lunches/ dinners, plus for group bookings such as birthday celebrations, anniversaries, wedding receptions, and more. Specials and lunch buffet everyday!

Lunch Hours: Open 7 days a week – 11:30 AM-3:00 PM Dinner Hours: Sun – Thu: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM Fri – Sat: 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM

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Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. wheat-free and gluten-free products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

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 encore readers.

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

Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: The freshest seafood in town, and Wilming-

ton’s only Live Lobster Tank!

■ WEBSITE: www.fishbitesseafood.com

oceanic

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

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.

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

The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd.; (910) 458-7380.

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

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.

smoothies and more

hell's kitchen

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAfÉ

Tropical Smoothie Café’s menu boasts bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal, all made to order from the freshest ingredients. Our toasted wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads and gourmet salads are made fresh with highest quality of meats and cheeses, topped with fresh produce and flavorful sauces, available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The fun atmosphere and unparalleled hospitality brings customers back toTropical Smoothie Café again and again. At Tropical Smoothie, we are guided by one simple belief: When you eat better, you feel better and when you feel better, all is better. It's part of our mission to inspire a

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

Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. 763-4133.

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

- Thursday 4-7 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

Seafood

Carolina Ale House

Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for awardwinning 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.

DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR

Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 7622827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

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

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

TVs in Wilmington.

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

vegetarian/Vegan Sealevel restaurant

fish bites

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

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

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

Sports Bar

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. 910343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, FriSat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday

healthier lifestyle by serving amazing food and smoothies with a bit of tropical fun. 2804 S. College Road, Long Leaf Mall.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon-Fri; 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat-Sun ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, at Shipyard Blvd. and College Rd.

Shuckin' shack

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

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar is thrilled to now serve customers in its new location at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). It’s the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports

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Southern Casey's Buffet

The Sealevel family is settling in to making the cozy most of sweater season with a variety of soups and hot beverages: mulled cider, nondairy hot cocoa,ginger-hibiscus tea, hot sake...You won't need a coat after a cup of the regularly featured Thai-style hot 'n' spicy coconut curry soup, made without meat or dairy products, with Thai chilies and lemongrass; chase away chills with the BBQ tofu and eggplant tostada; commune with your lentil burger-lovin soul over a portobello melt and a side of hot potato chips with vegan chipotle dip.

Desserts are shifting into seasonal favorites: gluten free and vegan sweet potato and apple pies; gluten free brownies with nondairy chocolate frozen cream, assorted vegan and gluten free cookies round out the sweet fare. Ask about delivery; party space/dancehall available. Lunch everyday but Tuesday. Dinner Thurs, Fri and Sat, 5-9. Check our specials, updated daily on Facebook!

■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., daily; Thurs-Sat., 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Closed Tuesdays ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, lactose-intolerant and seafood-friendly fare!

■ WEBSITE: www.sealevelcitygourmet.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday November 19 Women’s Basketball vs. Campbell 7pm game sponsored by Orthowilmington

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Trimming the Trees

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he spirit and energy of Christmas is alive and well. Lights already adorn the trees, shrubs and fixtures of downtown Wilmington, while shops aplenty are playing Christmastime favorites. Adding to the season will be the return of Lower Cape Fear Hospice’s annual Festival of Trees, once again held at Cameron Art Museum (CAM).

What began in 1983, helmed by hospice nurse Sondra Robertson, marked a tradition in Wilmington that would occur until 2007. Dwindling volunteers and lack of securing locations made it difficult for hospice to hold it while still focusing most-needed attention on their end-of-life care. It wasn’t until 2011 that Elizabeth Hester of the Wilmington School of Ballet decided to upstart the fundraiser again with her Nutcracker Ballet. Though a success, restrictions on space meant in order to thrive, the festival needed to grow. So she approached CAM to be a hosting spot. Now, three years later, Kim Kelly, CAM’s communications manager, and Nan Pope, CAM’s gift shop manager, are making sure the Festival of Trees continues.

“This event is very special because it is a time when two community nonprofits come together, along with community leaders and businesses,” Kelly says.

Working in conjunction with David Howell, development manager at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter, the seasonal event kicks off Friday, November 21, with its Party in the Pines gala.

The Festival of Trees will continue through December 7, and will feature various programming and events to keep the season of merriment most memorable for Cape Fear families.

“Festival of Trees is a wonderland for kicking off the holidays,” Howell, says.

“Guests can wander through a menagerie [sic] of light and color.”

Staying true to the spirit of Christmas, the festival welcomes businesses and citizens to sign up to decorate their own Christmas tree. The cost of entry is $1,000—or $1,250 for folks who wish to enlist the aid of a decorator. All proceeds are given to Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter. Proceeds from the festival’s other ticketed events funnel into

Festival of Trees returns to benefit Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Cameron Art Museum By: Christian Podgaysky

Above: The Festival of Trees will begin their twinkling celebration this Friday. Courtesy of CAM.

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CAM’s educational programming.

“Additionally, local performers help get festival-goers into the spirit of the giving season,” Kelly details. “We also involve community volunteers who tirelessly give many hours and smiles to help make the festival a success.”

This year the Festival of Trees will boast a grand total of 28 entries. Twenty-five will come from local businesses, which include: Carolina Transport of Burgaw Inc.; Keller’s Inc.; D&H Marketing; Sage Salon and Spa; Wilmington Health; St. Mary’s Catholic School; George Harris Enterprises; Wilmington Burial and Cremation; Andrews Mortuary; Retina Eye Associates; Monteith Construction; Cape Fear Cancer Specialists; Blockade Runner; Bob King Buick-GMC; Inc.; Med Center Pharmacy; Polka Dot Palm; LCFH & LCC; Pleasant Hill LLC; Bangz Hair Salon; Linda Brown; Laney Electric Services; Wilmington Plastic Surgery; Greenlawn Memorial Park; and Fiore Fine Flowers.

Hometown Wilmington Media will be the only media tree at the festival, plus there will be a tree dedicated to Wilmington native and painter Claude Howell. The tree will be decked out in original Howell illustrations from some of his classic Christmas cards, as well as paint brushes, tubes of paint, and such. As always, the 15-foot Memory Tree—which beckons guests to write notes to hang and pay tribute to deceased loved ones—will be a highlight for all in attendance.

Trees take on various themes annually.

Some favorites from the past include ornaments of Campbell’s soup cans, a la Andy Warhol. Animal-inspired, painting-themed (topped with a paintbrush) and origami-decorated trees have impressed, too. “One year [the] museum shop’s tree [featured] the famous Edvard Munch’s doll from his painting ‘The Scream,’” Kelly recollects.

All trees will be on display in the CAM reception hall. Admission to view the trees is free for children 4 and under, $6 for children 5-12, and $13 for 13 and up. Tickets are good any day of the festival and also admits entrance into CAM’s current exhibits.

“We always look forward to seeing visitors come in with their families and friends and enjoy the beautifully decorated trees,” Kelly says. “But they also are able to enjoy the latest exhibitions at the CAM, too.”

The festival has extended its Christmas cheer this year with an Art of the Gingerbread competition. There will be 12 creations in total, and the competition will be judged based on an online auction. Folks can bid for their favorite sweet rendering at www.capefearfestivaloftrees.org/gingerbreadbids.

“Gingerbread creations were once a part of the festival and we wanted to bring it back,” Kelly tells. “In the years since the CAM has held the festival, we get asked if we are going to have the gingerbread event the next year— so this year we made it a reality.”

The prizes for the competition officially will be announced on Saturday, December 6 at 7

p.m. at Ginger Blast ($25 through November 29 and $30 thereafter). As well, they will serve sweet treats thanks to CAM Café’s chef, Jessica Cabo. A cash bar will be open and live music will be hosted.

“We anticipate there will be much more than just the typical ‘house’ made from gingerbread; that is why we refer to them as creations,” Kelly comments. “We expect a range of styles.”

Celebrations will begin with Party in the Pines gala at 6 p.m. this Friday. Folks will get a sneak peek to view the trees and gingerbread creations while noshing on hors d’ oeuvre.

There also will be a cash bar and desserts.

The jazzy sounds of Keith Butler Trio and sax player Benny Hill will take over the museum.

Admission to the event is $45.

On Saturday, November 29, 8:30 a.m., there will be a Jingle Bell Breakfast with Santa. Families can deck out the kiddies in their most festive pajamas and enjoy a hot buffet breakfast. There also will be stories read among the trees. The real highlight will come when Mr. and Mrs. Claus appear. (The event is limited to 200 tickets and sold out in 2013.) Admission is $15 for kids 12 and under and $20 for everyone else.

Children also can get in on the gingerbread action on Saturday, December 6, from 10 a.m. until noon. This will be the first year they are holding the gingerbread-cookie decorating workshop. The little ones can decorate their own gingerbread boy or girl with icing. For

kids who love all-things marine, there will be a batch of sea creatures from the gingerbread ocean—turtles, sharks and mermaids. All crafty creators will receive a chef’s hat, apron and take-home boxes. The event comes at no additional charge to those with festival tickets and will be open while supplies last.

Musical performances will extend throughout the festival, running the gamut: musical theatre from students at DREAMS Center for Arts Education, harp soloist Hannah Beckett, St. Paul’s Oompah Band, handbell soloist Lisa Greer, Thalian Association Children’s Theatre choir, and even the Port City Tubas.

A full list of performances can be found on the Festival of Trees website (www.capefearfestivaloftrees.org/performances.html).

DETAILS:

Festival of Trees Cameron Art Museum 3201 S 17th St. Trees on display: Nov. 21 - Dec. 7 Admission: Free to $13

Party in the Pines kickoff celebration Fri., Nov. 21, 6 p.m. Tickets: $45 capefearfestivaloftrees.org

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Reason Has Moons, Vol. 9:

extra > fact or fiction

Kindred spirits raging against the machine By: Joel Finsel

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he car was still there, along with all my gear—tires full of air, tray heavily laden with quarters. Comforted my things were in order, I got out and scanned around for the old vet but found no sign of him. I leaned against the passenger door, thoughts heavy, waiting.

I recalled the way my father’s voice floated as he described the vast potential of I-80 (the highway that led to the snaking dirt road that twisted and turned to our trailer) left an indelible impression on me as a youngster.

“The freeway we just got off,” he would say, “you could drive it a straight shot from New York to California.”

I was 4 or 5years old and had no idea what he was talking about, but I felt something while sitting in the cab of the pickup, listening as he spoke of the road. He did, too; I could see the way his body relaxed in the expansiveness, putting his arm up on the back of the bench seat and letting out a long exhale. The muddy potholes on our two-mile driveway––each divot in the dirt another chore, another hole to fill

each spring––no longer made him cringe. Bopping along the back roads of Spring Hill Farms on those yellow afternoons, my father’s usual worries—about feeding us, paying the rent, or fixing the rusted tailgate before it fell off the back of the truck—dissipated in the vague glow of the word “California.”

Miniature me on the huge vinyl bench seat had to strain to see above his Kodiak can on the dashboard. But my face lit up anyway, I’m sure, charged by his rare display of excitement. New York to California: 2,906 miles all on one road.

The next morning I woke and broke camp.

I felt more focused than ever on making it to L.A. I’d driven a little over an hour before noticing a rusted, maraschino-red pickup pulled over on the shoulder with the hood up and steam pouring out. I didn’t know much about cars, but figured if all the guy needed was some water to cool an overheated engine, I had a gallon jug. I’d filled it that morning before pulling out of the campsite. I switched off the Cavalier and got out but didn’t see anyone near the truck. I yawned and stretched my arms above my head. The old beater seemed

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abandoned. Shrugging, I walked up the small embankment into tall grass, unzipped my pants, and began to sign my name in cursive among the swaying switch grass.

“Oh!” I said, as I noticed someone sitting on a rock nearby. “Sorry about that; I didn’t see you.”

The young man tucked his knees into his chest and rocked forward, his feet beneath him. Brushing himself off, he turned in the opposite direction and sighed.

“That your truck?” I asked, turning to take him in. He wore a red-and-black checkered flannel that was tucked into his jeans, with a leather belt that matched the color of his boots. His shaggy hair was dirty blonde above a slightly hooked nose.

“Radiator’s shot,” he said. “I was thinking about white-flagging her and trying my luck on foot, but I got a lot of gear.”

“What kind of gear?”

“Mostly cameras.”

“I’m headed west,” I said, “if you need a lift.”

He looked at me for a moment.

“Julian,” I said, extending my hand.

“I had a grandfather named Julian,” he mused, turning to walk back in the direction of the truck. “He always kinda scared me when I was a kid. As I got older I realized he was actually pretty funny. I’m Grover. Mind if I wash up first before shaking your hand?”

Grover wasn’t kidding. The whole plastic utility harness bolted behind the cab was full of padded attachés: The kind that in movies always contain money or guns. He fumbled around beneath the hood for a moment, then knelt down to inspect a large puddle beneath his engine. Head hanging low, he kicked the tire with a muffled curse. “Think I might take you up on that ride,” he said.

We’d packed almost everything Grover had into the back seat when I turned to see him holding a small generator. I couldn’t help wondering what a farm boy was doing with all this shit. I shuffled a few things around. “That sure is a lot of technology,” I said, wiping sweat from my temples.

“Hope this doesn’t change your mind.”

“What do you need a generator for?”

“I’m filming a documentary about forests,” he said, “and some of the oldest are pretty remote.”

He tore a piece of white fabric from a T-shirt and rolled it up in the window. I left him alone to say farewell to the old Dodge and snag his plates. The funereal mood stayed with us as we sped on past billboards, concrete barriers and 18-wheelers waiting to be weighed. Tired of the radio, I drove in silence at first; after a while I wanted to talk.

“What made you want to do this?” I asked.

“I’m not sure,” Grover said, adjusting his elbow from its perch near the open window.

Turning to face me, he said, “I just woke up one morning and knew.”

“Knew what?” I asked. “That you wanted to film trees?”

He didn’t respond.

“You look decent enough to get a girl,” I said. “What made you give up everything to film trees?”

“I didn’t realize I was getting in the car of a psychologist,” he said, taking off his square tinted frames to polish them. His eyes creased together. I noticed they were slightly different colors. One brown, the other more green.

“Sorry,” I said. “Not a psychologist, just curious.”

Grover sat back and took a breath. “After film school, I was basically depressed and feeling like shit every day. So I moved back to the country and took a lot of walks.”

“Sounds great,” I said.

“Yeah, it was like Walden,” he smirked.

“Except for the strip club a few miles away.”

“Why did you leave?”

“Last winter got to be pretty depressing.”

I allowed his silence to settle.

“What about you?” he asked. “What set you off?”

I wondered where to start, how to condense it.

“I was teaching,” I said, “and we were watching the towers burn on TV. The kids were scared. The teacher, who was sort of my boss, told me to ignore what was happening, ignore their questions and get back to co-ordinating conjunctions.”

Grover nodded. “What did you say?” “‘Fuck you, I won’t do what you tell me.’”

He laughed. “Rage against the machine!”

Smiling, I turned contemplative. “This may sound weird, but I don’t know how else to describe it. At the moment I stood up to her, it felt like this switch flipped.”

“Like you finally woke up?” he asked, pumping his fist.

“Yeah, it was like, what the fuck! Here I am, and I’m not going to do what I’m fucking told because I know shit is fucked up around here!”

My hands came down hard on the wheel.

Grover rolled down his window, stuck out his head, and screamed, “Yeah!” His rebel yell was long and loud until his lungs expired in the wind.

Now, it was starting to feel like an adventure.

Joel Finsel is the author of “Cocktails and Conversations from the Astral Plane,” and writes creative short stories every other week in encore throughout 2014.

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Season of Celebration November 28th, 2014

DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING - 5:30PM

City of Wilmington in conjunction with the Downtown Business Alliance presents the annual Christmas Tree Lighting event. This event hosts free live Christmas themed entertainment, vendors, and the “Countdown” for the tree lighting. Also a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus can be expected. Be sure to bring the whole family for this free photo opportunity! Free hot coffee will be provide by Port City Java. The tree lighting event will be located in the old Wachovia parking lot located at N. Water and Princess Streets.

Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 30 A Trailer Park Christmas TheatreNOW in Wilmington, NC, presents a holiday themed comedy set for dinner theater.

Doors open at 6pm event at 7pm.

TheatreNOW 19 South 10th Street. theatrewilmington.com

Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Nov 30 A Christmas Story: The Musical City Stage’s adaptation of the classic holiday story of a young boy’s Christmas wish! Starts at 8pm. For more information visit ww.citystageco.com

Fri, Nov 28 - Thur, Dec 4 Friday Holiday Gallery Night Visit downtown’s various galleries and artists spaces open to the public. It’s a great opportunity to start your holiday shopping. Free event, 6pm. For more info visit artscouncilofwilmington.org Fri, Nov 28 & Sat, Nov 29 Light & Train Spectacular Wilmington’s Railroad Museum produces an array of trains and holiday lighting for this holiday exhibit. Santa will be on hand to greet with children. Starts at 6:30pm. For more info call 910763-2634

Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 21 Santa At The Cotton Exchange, Various Times Visit Santa every weekend leading up to Christmas, at the Cotton Exchange in Downtown Wilmington. Call for times at 910343-9896 Wed, Dec 3 A Christmas Carol A classic portrayal of the Charles Dickens classic holiday tale, amusing, funny and spooky!

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events UNCW GIS DAY 11/20, 3pm: Have an interest in using geographic information science, remote sensing or applications of GPS to solve spatially-explicit problems? Join the Dept. of Geography and Geology as we organize a campus-wide event to celebrate GIS Day 2014 on Thursday. Full day of activities dedicated to geospatial technologies that include community members, middle school and high school students, alumni, as well as faculty and students from a multitude of departments on campus who conduct geospatial research. K-12 hands-on educational activities (in-

cluding a scavenger hunt with prizes!), then a career panel for all interested UNCW students (both undergrad and grad) from 4-5pm and a research symposium from 5-8pm feat. keynote speaker and members from the community who use GIS in their daily activities. Registration form http://uncw.edu/gis/ documents/GISday_registration_form_Fall2014. pdf at your earliest convenience. UNCW, DeLoach Hall, 601 S College Rd. ART FOR THE MASSES 11/22, 10am: Continuing community tradition of making original art accessible to everyone, Art for the Masses (AFTM) features art from over 150 local artists. Participating artists will retain 100% of

the proceeds from their sales. AFTM is free and open to the public with a requested door donation to help fund public arts projects at the university.

Program is coordinated through Campus Life Arts & Programs and the Department of Art & Art History. UNCW, Burney Center, 601 S. College Rd. WILMA EXPO 12/6, 11am: Wilma Magazine presents the annual Wilma Expo, Wilmington’s largest event for women.

More than 200 vendors will brighten the holidays with booths for moms and kids, health & wellness, business & careers, home accessories & décor and of course holiday shopping! Please www.wilmaontheweb.com for more information. Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Dr.

TRAILS FOR TAILS 12/6, 9am: Trails for Tails will be held, Saturday, December 6, from 9am-4pm at Poplar Grove Plantation. The fundraiser will benefit the Animal Sanctuary at Poplar Grove. The day starts with a 5K chip-timed trail run and 1.5 mile fun run/walk.

To register for the race go to www.its-go-time.com/ trails-for-tails/2014 The grounds will be decorated for the holidays. The full day event will include; local craft and food vendors, kids entertainment and activity area, local Law and Rescue education area, pictures with the barnyard animals, and Bessie’s Cow Pie Bingo! Come out and join the herd! Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 US Hwy 17 N

holiday events FESTIVAL OF TREES See pages 30-31. gingerbread trailer park contest encore and TheatreNOW present a Gingerbread Trailer Park building contest in liight of TNOW’s opening of “A Trailer Park Christmas” on Nov. 21. Business and organizations can enter for $50 (with partial proceeds benefitting Theatre Network of Wilmington Inc and their children’s theatre programs) by Nov. 30. Judging by local politicians and luminaries takes place on Dec. 7 at TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St, noon-2 p.m. Winner will receive 6 mo. free advertising in encore and the cover of encore’s Dec. 17 edition. Honorable mention gets a prize pack from TheatreNOW. Contest participants can see the Sun. matinee of “A Trailer Park Christmas” on Dec. 7 for $10 off admission price (code provided upon contest entry). Free hor d’oeuvres, holiday drink specials, candy canes, and lots of cheer to be enjoyed. Email shea@encorepub.com with questions. Send entry fee to PO Box 12430 Wilmington, NC 28405, postmarked Nov. 30.

MAKE A WISH AND THALIAN ASSOC. The Thalian Association Children’s Theater does believe in the generosity of the season and our community. This holiday season we are partnering with Make-A-Wish® and the Macy’s “Believe” campaign during our production of Macy’s Yes Virginia The Musical. For every letter to Santa Claus that we collect Macy’s will donate $1 to Make-AWish®. Macy’s Yes Virginia will be performed on the 2nd Street Stage in the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center 12/4-7. Santa letters are being accepted now through December 7th at the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center, 120 South 2nd Street. Every child who submits a letter will have a chance to win two tickets to A Christmas Carol, mainstage, Thalian Hall, 12/11-21, or two tickets to SchoolHouse Rock Live, onstage 2/203/1 at the Community Arts Center. A drawing will be held at each performance of Macy’s Yes Virginia and the winners posted on our Facebook page the week of December 8th.

HOLIDAY FLOTILLA 11/27-29: A coastal Thanksgiving tradition returns to Wrightsville Beach. NC Holiday Flotilla attracts 50,000 visitors, feat. a maritime parade w/thematically decorated power yacht and sailboat floats. The

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spectacle, reflected in the Banks Channel, glitters with thousands of twinkling lights. Located directly on the parade route, sponsor and host hotel Blockade Runner Beach Resort launches the weekend with a gala, Thanksgiving Day feast for early arrivals. Soundside, Cape Fear Naturalist Captain Joe Abbate navigates local waters, guiding Masonboro Island, Harbor Island and Sunset Cruises for the family. Friday brings Santa Claus and the annual tree lighting ceremony to Wrightsville Beach Town Hall Park. At 7p.m., The Embers, featuring Craig Woolard, headline Atlantic Marine’s festive Flotilla Launch Party, including dancing, hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and silent auction of gifts from civic-minded supporters. From 10am-4pm, the park is bustling with bouncy houses, slides, climbing walls, the Arab Choo Choo, live bluegrass, an antique auto show, and an estimated 100 booths of local merchants and arts and crafts vendors. Children will have an opportunity to decorate and submit entries in the flotilla boat-coloring contest, and Home Depot will be on site with wooden boat kits, free for young carpenters. Free for the entire family. Sat, 6pm, fireworks will light up the sky announcing the twilight parade of beautifully lit and decorated power and

HOLIDAY TRAIN EXPO Ea. weekend, 11/28-12/28, 6pm: presented by the Cape Fear Model Railroad Society. Come see the enchanged wonderland of trains including the all new Polar Express featuring scenes from the movie, a new working lyaout featuring trains haulding up to 100 cars and the Christmas Village layout and interactive play layout. Seven exhibits including Z, N, HO, On30, OO, O, and G scale trains with many science features. The expo will be held each weekend through Dec. 28. Admission: for ages 18 and up; $3 for ages 3-17; free for children under 3. Cape Fear Model RR Society, 705 S. Kerr Ave. (next to Goodwill).

DOWNTOWN TREE LIGHTING 11/28, 5:30pm: The event is presented by City of Wilmington and the Downtown Business Alliance (DBA). Holiday entertainment will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by the lighting of the tree at approximately 6:25 p.m. Carolers will stroll the streets to spread holiday cheer. Riverfront Park vendors will host the “Holiday Marketplace”, selling unique arts and crafts. Santa Get a head start on your Christmas shopping this will arrive shortly thereafter and will be availweekend at St. Mark Catholic Church (1011 Eastwood able for children to visit with him at no cost.

Road). They’ll have 40 or more vendors set up to sell Families are encouraged to bring their cameras for photo opportunity with Santa. Parking handmade gifts, including artwork, jewelry, holiday is available on the street and in the downtown items, and more from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. They’ll also parking decks. www.wilmingtonnc.gov. Prinsale homemade baked goods, teas, coffees, popcorn, cess St/Water St.

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and nuts. The Ladies Anciety Order of Hibernians are hosting the event and donating all proceeds from sales to local charities. sailing vessels. The flotilla weaves a 4-mile route through Motts Channel, Banks Channel and the Intracoastal Waterway, passing the judges’ viewing stand at Blockade Runner, all competing for $10,500 in cash prizes. A panel of judges, including John Boy, of John Boy and Billy’s Big Show, carefully select the winners. Text voting continues this year, with the Crowd Favorite and People’s Choice Awards determined by spectators.

ISLAND OF LIGHTS: LIGHT UP THE LAKE 11/28, 7pm: The light up ceremony officially begins the month long Island of Lights Festival in Carolina and Kure Beaches. The Lake is located at the intersection of Atlanta Avenue and Lake Park Boulevard in Carolina Beach, NC. There is parking in a lot at the Lake, at a lot across from the Lake and on Lake Park Blvd. where indicated. The event will be held on Friday, November 28th and the opening ceremony is at 7 PM. The brief opening ceremony, prior to the actual lighting, will feature the President of The Island of Lights Committee, Pleasure Island elected officials, and musical entertainment. Local Cub Scouts provide the Honor Guard and display the Flag for the singing of the National Anthem.

Families can walk one mile around the lake to view the beautiful lighted displays. They will remain up until after New Years Eve. Santa will visit the celebration and free refreshments will be served prior to Light Up. CB Lake, S. Lake Park Blvd.

7TH TREE-LIGHTING CEREMONY 11/28, 6:30pm: Mayfaire’s tree lighting ceremony will be held Fri., 11/28, at 6:30pm in front of Mayfaire 16 Cinemas. This is the biggest kickoff for the holiday season in Wilmington! Thalian Association will perform a scene from the beloved classics, “A

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Christmas Carol” and “Yes Virginia”. The Wilmington School of Ballet will present the magical story of the Nutcracker, and Elsa from Frozen will sing, “Let it Go”. Then watch as children’s eyes sparkle when Santa magically arrives and we count down the lighting of Mayfaire’s 18-ft Christmas tree. Mayfaire Shopping Center, 6835 Conservation Way

LAOH ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR 11/22, 10am: 40-plus vendors and artisans, making unique crafts, homemade gifts, jewlery, artwork, doll clothing, holiday stuff, and more. Sponsored By Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians. Proceeds support charities. St. Mark Catholic Church,1011 Eastwood Rd.

MAYFAIRE WINDOW-LIGHT DISPLAY Mayfaire merchants have partnered with local schools to bring you a lighted Holiday Window Art Showcase. Come celebrate the season and create new family traditions at Mayfaire. Grab a cup of hot chocolate and stroll the streets of Mayfaire from 11/28-12/31 and view the magical lighted Holiday Window Displays, created by the following Wilmington Students. Mayfaire Shopping Center, 6835 Conservation Way CLYDE’S HOLIDAY BY THE SEA 11/29, 11am-2pm: Clyde’s Holiday by the Sea, Kids @ CAM. Admission is by donation, Internationally renowned artist Clyde Jones spends the day with you and your family! Help decorate sea creatures to add to our ‘Holiday by the Sea’ installation, which will remain on display at the corner of So. 17th and Independence through the holiday season! You can also create your own mini sea creatures to take home and participate in other fun activities! This event takes place in a tent outdoors, please dress appropriately. No pre-registration necessary; parental supervision required at all times. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th Street ALTERNATIVE MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR Shoppers purchase gifts for family and friends supporting local and international projects helping those in poverty and need in Wilmington and the world. Gift card inserts describe the gift for the recipient. In addition, crafts from Ten Thousand Villages are available for purchase. These unique items are made by artisans in the Third World who are given fair market value for their work. Cash, check,

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Local groups supported include Cape Fear Clinic, Canines for Service, Dreams, First Book of NHC, First Fruit Ministries, Food Bank of CENC, Full Belly Project, Good Shepherd Center, Kids Making It, Mercy House, Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard, Our Children’s Place, St Mary/Tileston Outreach, WARM, WIHN. Grace United Methodist Church gym, 401 Grace Street HWF’s POST THANKSGIVING TOUR This year’s 20th annual Post Thanksgiving Tour features the beautiful Blake House, 202 Castle Street, owned by Norm Robinson and Hannah Vaughan. The Blake House is a Neoclassical Revival style house built for John William Blake (18841933), electrical contractor; and wife Bessie Barr (1890-1990). The original light fixtures he installed are still intact. The house sold in 1920 and the property changed hands many times. In 1979 it was purchased by the Historic Wilmington Foundation and saved for preservation. The current owners donated an preservation easement for the house to HWF. Tour is an in-depth look at the architecture and history of the house led by Ed Turberg, Architectural Historian and Foundation volunteer. The tour is free for members and non-members pay $10. A reception follows the tour. RSVP: (910) 7622511 or membership@historicwilmington.org LANDFALL HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE 12/2, 4pm: 4th annual Landfall Foundation Holiday Marketplace. Feel good knowing that a portion of all sales will go to support non-profit organizations in our local community. What a perfect time of year to be helping those in need! Shoppers will be treated to complimentary holiday-inspired appetizers created by Olivier Andreini, CMC executive chef, and a cash bar or drinks by signature will be provided. Grab your friends and mark your calen-

dar for this not-to-be-missed event where you can shop the night away with wonderful vendors, amazing food and friendly company! Open to the public.

Tickets will be available on November 1st via the foundation’s website or by charging to your CCL account. www.LandfallFoundation.org. Landfall Country Club, 800 Sun Runner Place HWF CHRISTMAS PARTY 12/4, 6pm: Members’ Holiday Cocktail Party, Thurs., 12/4, 6-9pm at Outdoor Equipped. Cocktails, beer, wine, & hors d’oeuvres! Plan to do your holiday shopping at Outdoor Equipped (272 N. Front Street), Wilmington’s newest downtown retailer, with a special HWF member 10% discount.

Members, please bring: A dish to share, Year-End Gift for HWF, Non-Perishable food for Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard. RSVP: 910.762.2511 or membership@historicwilmington.org. Outdoor Equipped, 272 N. Front St. ROTARY CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING 12/4, 5:45pm-6:45pm: At Greenfield Lake’s Rotary Wheel, 1941 Amphitheater Dr. Entertainment by the cast of the Thalian Association’s production of A Christmas Carol, Christmas tree lighting ceremony followed by the arrival of Santa, The Polar Express movie at Greenfield. Celebrate with us on Thursday December 4th for the lighting of the Christmas tree at Greenfield Lake’s Rotary Wheel. Entertainment will begin at 5:45 pm featuring the cast of the Thalian Association’s production of A Christmas Carol followed by the tree lighting ceremony beginning at 6:00 pm. After the tree is lit, Santa will arrive and Toys for Tots will be on site assisting Santa with visitation with coloring books and crayons. Following the tree lighting join us at the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater (adjacent to the Christmas tree) at 6:45 pm for a showing of a favorite holiday classic, The Polar Express. Rotary Wheel @ Greenfield

Park, 1941 Amphitheater THE HOLIDAY FLEA The Brooklyn Arts Center is excited to announce “The Holiday Flea at BAC” at the Brooklyn Arts Center (516 North 4th Street—the corner of Campbell and N. 4th streets) on Fri., 12/5, from 3-9pm, Sat., 12/6, from 10am-5pm, and Sun., 12/7, from noon-5pm. Vntage vendors from around the region will again provide a shopping experience , with a wide array of vintage, retro, antique, and upcycled treasures—and tons of fun, with Wilmington’s finest food trucks feeding the crowds, a coffee shop in the courtyard, and the BAC cash bar serving liquid refreshments. $5 at door—good for all three days and includes a raffle ticket (kids 12 and under free). Parking in neighborhood, free. www.brooklynartsnc.com. 516 N 4th Street JINGLE ON THE BEACH 12/6, 10am-noon: Come sing with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Wrightsville Beach Park from 10am -12pm! Your kiddies will get to meet, take a beachy, holiday family picture and sing-a-long with Santa and Mrs. Claus, make a jingly craft for the concert, enjoy hot chocolate and yummy holiday treats and much more, all while giving back to your community! Family affair will benefit the Cape Fear Volunteer Center! Tickets are $10 per child and parents are free! Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/jingle-on-thebeach-tickets-9140013025. Proceeds benefit the operations of the Cape Fear Volunteer Center (a 501c3) whose mission is to: match agencies and individuals with service opportunities in the Cape Fear Region. We provide direct and indirect services including: Big Buddy, Kids Voting, Days of Service, free home repair and Kids Care Clubs. Cape Fear Volunteer Center: (910) 392-8180. Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation Department, 321 Causeway Dr. www.capefearvolunteercenter.org.

CANDLE TEA 12/6, 9am: Candle Tea is a Wilmington holiday tradition featuring a serving of history along with spiced tea, Moravian cookies, and sugar cake. Hear Christmas music and see the miniature narrated and lighted nativity. Learn how to make advent wreaths, beeswax candles, and folded paper stars.

Parking and admission are free. Covenant Moravian Church, 4126 South College Rd PICTURES WITH SANTA 12/6: In honor of the holiday season, Trulie Dogs is hosting pet pictures with Santa! Event will start at 10am and go until 4pm. Dick Parrot Photography will provide customers beautiful pictures. The cost will be $30, which includes 6 poses of your pet and the full copyright release. A portion of the proceeds go to Monty’s Home, a local pet rescue based out of Burgaw, NC. Pictures are taken by appointment only, so call the store to reserve your spot before they are all filled! Trulie Dogs is an independently owned business specializing in custom hand-made clothing, leashes, and collars! Boutique also features a full service grooming salon. We are proud to offer collars, leashes, harnesses, toys, beds, carriers, crates, dog food, treats and much more all made in the USA. Carrying some of the best dog food brands such as Earthborn, Zignature, Blue Buffalo, Natural Balance, and more at competitive prices. 8258 Market St. Suite 107. Treesie or Jessie at 910-681-0510.

RALEIGH RINGERS 12/6, 7:30pm: The exceptionally talented and entertaining Raleigh Ringers ring handbells with amazing technique and precision. Known nationally, we are excited to bring them to our series. Free tickets (limit 4 per person) are required for this concert from the church office beginning November 3. Saint Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1416

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11/22: WOMEN OF HOPE BALL On Saturday Women of Hope— a charitable organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the female cancer patient, survivor and their families—will host their annual ball, themed “Diamonds and Champagne” at the Coastline Convention Center. Attendees will enjoy live music from The Tams, a silent auction, a Dance for Life showcase, awards presentation, and more. Tickets are $80 a person and can be secured at http://womenofhopenc.org/diamonds-champagne.

bands, businesses and community groups Parade starts at 5:40 p.m., corner of N. Front St. and Walnut St. traveling south to Orange St. and back north on Water St. Review stand at 00 block of Water St. Historic Wilmington, foot of Market and Water streets.

CANDYLAND CHRISTMAS 12/7, 1pm: Come visit Santa and Elsa from Frozen, plus enjoy holiday crafts and goodies. Kids will make reindeer food, construct gingerbread cottages, make ornaments and more in the holiday spirit! Admission for children is $12 for members,

QENO NONPROFIT LUNCH AND LEARN 11/20, 11:30am: QENO - Nonprofit Lunch & Learn: Handling Difficult Conversations. Have you ever avoided a tricky situation because you weren’t sure how to talk with the people involved? Have you been in meetings where difficult personalities derail the conversation? If you said yes, this is the lunch & learn for you! Join QENO and John Murphy from UNCW’s Conflict Management & Resolution program to discuss how to handle those difficult conversations. Madeline Suite, UNCW Campus

WOMEN OF HOPE BALL 11/22, 6:30pm: A charity gala event that takes place at the Coastline Convention Center, downtown Wilmington. Highlights include entertainment by The Tams, silent auction, Dance for Life showcase, Champion of Hope award presentation. Tickets can be pruchased at www.womenofhopenc.org. Coastline Convention Center, 501 Nutt St.

5TH BEACH BASH BENEFIT 11/22, 7:30pm: The 5th Annual Beach Bash Benefit will be held at The Palm Room on East Salisbury Street in Wrightsville Beach. The Benefit Concert will include live music from Masonboro Sound, a silent auction and raffle prizes. Tickets can be purchased at the door for only $20 and includes

admittance, food and a Beach Bash koozie. Over paign, please call 1-800-632-1400 or visit www. the past four years, the event has raised more chsnc.org. Wilmington office: 910-794-3545, Exthan $21,000 to benefit the Brigade Boys & Girls ecutive Office Park, 4607 Franklin Ave. Suite 101 Club. Established in 1896, the Brigade provides CAPE FEAR HABITAT TURKEY TROT quality programs for children in a fun, safe and 11/27, 8:30am: Burn off those pre-Thanksgiving positive environment. Today, the Club serves over calories with the Wrightsville Beach Turkey Trot pre1,300 youth in New Hanover and Pender counties. sented by The Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity. This 910-392-0747 or www.brigadebgc.org. $20. Palm race is fun for the whole family with a 5K and a 1-Mile Room, 11 East Salisbury Street Fun Run. You can run or walk either race distance.

FRIENDS OF MIDWIVES The course is along The Loop, which is flat and fast, 11/22, 9am: 5th Annual 7v7 Co-Ed Adult Soccer taking you through Wrightsville Beach. New for Tournament and Oyster Roast. November 22nd 2014: Join the fun as a TEAM. Prizes will be given and 23rd benefiting North Carolina Friends of Midto the Best Thanksgiving-Themed Team, Biggest wives. Register early and save! Plus, live muTeam, and Fastest Team. Early packet pick-up will sic, raffles, David Pearson’s famous burgers and be on Wednesday, November 26, 3pm to 8pm at a dogs (food is free to participants, while friends location to be determined. Day of race registration and spectators are asked to make donation) and packet pick-up will begin at 7:15am, with the and more! To play - $45 per person or $450 per race starting at 8:30am.Admission: 5K $35 online team. Spectators please make a donation. Castle

by November 23; $45 after November 23; 1-Mile Hayne Park, 4700 Old Ave. $15. Wrightsville Beach Park, Wrightsville Beach, NC, #1 Bob Sawyer Drive LITTLE RED STOCKING BENEFIT 11/22-12/21: For 86 years, the Little Red Stocking Fund has provided hope and support for North Carolina families. Children’s Home Society of North Carolina is pleased to launch this year’s annual fundraising effort with all proceeds going to provide permanent, safe, and loving families for children in need. Proceeds from last year’s Little Red Stocking Fund helped CHS serve 17,321 children and families. This included finding a safe haven for 590 children with foster families, giving 113 children a permanent family to call their own, assisting 1,229 families with post adoption services, counseling 65 birth parents, and providing educational services to 13,231 teens, professionals and parents. Make a difference; donate to the Little Red Stocking cam-

GALLOP FOR GRAVY 5K 11/27, 8am: 2014 Gallop for the Gravy is a Certified 5K Race being held on Thanksgiving Day, November 27th, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. at the Wilmington Family YMCA. Proceeds from the race will support JDRF, Full Belly Project, and scholarship funds for Cape Fear Community College and UNCW. Runners can register at active.com. Wilmington Family YMCA, 2710 Market St. WORK ON WILMINGTON The Wilmington Chamber Foundation’s Leadership Wilmington class of 2015 is now accepting project proposals from area non-profit organizations and schools for service projects for Work on Wilmington 2015. The event, to be held Saturday, April 25,

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theatre/auditions A TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS 11/21-12/21, Fri/Sat, 6pm. Sun in Dec. only, 2pm. From Durham writers Rachel Klem and Jeffrey Moore comes the wildest, most absurd Christmas show ever! Journey to the Whispering Pines Trailer Park where Meemaw Hussey and her family gather to celebrate the holiday with some spiked Sunny D and tasty delights from Meemaw’s kitchen.

Lorraine and Dale, Meemaw’s daughter and son-inlow, try and keep their kids, Dale, Jr. and Jolene, on the straight-and-narrow, while a mess of neighbors, like Ratsnake, Eddie Mac Taylor, Fancy Nancy, keep ‘em all in stitches. Tickets $42 adults. $24 children and show only. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. www. theatrewilmington.com A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL See cover story pg. 16.

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EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD Instead of performing Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol,” for the umpteenth time, three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told—plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons form ancient times to topical pop-culture and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season. Dec. 4-7, 11-14 & 18-21, Thurs.-Sat. 8pm, Sun. matinee 3pm. Admission: $15-$20. Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle Street MR. FEZZIWIG’S MURDER MYSTERY 11/28, 6:30pm: To kick of your Holiday Season, Brunswick Little Theatre brings back the popular Fezziwig’s Ball, with a mysterious twist. Join us Friday, 11/28 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, November 29 at 11:00 am at the new Brunswick Little Thetare, 8068 River Rd., Southport for a great start to your

holidays. The event begins with a grand Victorian Ball hosted by Mr. Fezziwig straight from A Christmas Carol, where guest will learn to dance the Roger De Coverly and sing a few carols. But what happens when a murder interrupts the fun and guests must solve the crime? This event will feature a Victorian Food Court with period dishes available for purchase to keep your strength up for sleuthing as well as activities for the little ones.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 children 12 & under and are available at www.brnswicklittletheatre.com. Admission: $5 for children, $10 for adults. Brunswick Little Theatre, 8068 SE River Road

comedy DEAD CROW COMEDY CLUB Ongoing schedule: Mon, free movie night and $1 tacos; Tues, free Crow’s Nest Improv (long-form), 8pm; Wed, Nutt House Improv Show, 9pm, $3; Thurs, free open-mic night, 9pm; Fri-Sat, national touring comedians/comediennes, 8pm/10pm $10-$15; Sun, closed. 265 N. Front Street.

music/concerts IVAN PARKER IN CONCERT 11/20, 7pm: Parker has been Southern Gospel Music’s soloist of the year several times as well as appearing on many Gaither Homecoming Videos and tours. 910-763-3181. Admission: A love offering will be received. Wrightsboro Baptist Church, 2736 Castle Hayne Rd.

“Paul” of the legendary Peter, Paul and Mary. Add to his familiar rich voice, elegant guitar, and charming brand of humor songs such as “Blowin’ in the Wind,” “Puff the Magic Dragon,” “If I Had a Ham-

11/22-23: MUSICAL MORSELS Cape Fear Chorale presents two concerts annually, featuring up to 65 singers. Their fall show will take place on the 22 and 23, entitled “Musical Morsels.”

With a goal to provide classical music to the public for free, they’ll sing traditional and contemporary songs from arrangers and composers like Michael Daugherty, Mark Hayes, Ennio Morricone, and Johannes Brahms. Shows take place at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday at Winter Park Baptist Church on Wrightsville Avenue. mer”, and “The Wedding Song” and you have a recipe for an evening of musical magic. 910-9623500. Admission: $20 + tax for students, $40 + tax for adults. Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Road WSO YOUTH ORCHESTRA 11/23, 4pm: Thanksgiving matinee w/Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra & Junior Strings.

UNCW, Kenan Auditorium. Bring the kids and introduce them to the joy and excitement of an orchestra concert featuring the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra, conducted by Steven Errante, along with the Wilmington Symphony Junior Strings, conducted by Jane Tierney. General admission tickets

are $5 (plus tax) for adults, free for youth 17 and under, and are available at the Kenan Auditorium Ticket Office one hour prior to each concert. Admission: $5 (plus tax) for adults, free for youth 17 and under. Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Road JOHN PIZZARELLI QUARTET 12/2, 8pm: Swing into the holidays with worldrenowned jazz guitarist and crooner John Pizzarelli. Acclaimed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz”. For the first time during his illustrious career, John Pizzarelli brings his acclaimed quartet to southeastern NC for an unforgettable evening of classic swing, bold jazz originals and charming holiday standards. Don’t miss out on what is certain to be the most talked about show of the holiday season! UNCW Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd. CAPE FEAR CHORALE 11/22-23: Musical Morsels, feat. traditional and contemporary songs and arrangements in a variety of styles: 11/22, 7:30pm, and 11/23, 4pm. Winter Park Baptist Church, 4700 Wrightsville Ave. www.capefearchorale.org WIND SYMPHONY AND CHAMBER WINDS 12/5, 7:30pm: Conducted by John P. LaCognata, Wind Symphony is UNCW’s premiere symphonic.

Its members consist of students from across the university campus, including both music majors and non-music majors. Wind Symphony performs the finest literature available for winds including traditional wind band repertoire, marches, transcriptions, and the newest 21st century works. Wind Symphony regularly features guest soloists and guest con-

NANO STERN 11/22, 7:30pm: Chilean singer-songwriter Nano Stern has a true and honest universal message, delivered with energy and outstanding musicality dwelling deeply in tradition while having the passion of youth. Nano Stern rides the crest of the new wave of Chilean song, with a devoted following that stretches from Chile to Latin America, Europe, Australia, and now Wilmington. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, 310 Chestnut Street THE MET OPERA: II BARBIERE SIVIGLIA 11/22, 1pm: Rossini’s most popular effervesant comedy returns to The Met. Wait until you meet Rossina, beautiful, fiesty who won’t be kept under lock and key. Mayfaire Theatre, 900 Towne Center SYMPHONY POPS! 11/22, 8pm: “An Evening of Song with Noel Paul Stookey,” UNCW Kenan Auditiorium. Sponsored

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nual UNCW Honor Band Festival concludes with a finale concert by North Carolina’s finest high school band students. Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Road ENCORE, ENCORE 12/6, 3pm: The Wilmington Choral Society presents “Encore, Encore!!—favorites from 64 years of the Wilmington Choral Society. Tickets are available at the door or in advance via PayPal at wilmingtonchoralsociety.com. Grace Baptist Church, 1401 N. College Road

dance SWAG SHAG AND SWING THING Join Babs McDance Social Dance Studio every 3rd Friday of the month for our Friday night social. Hour lesson at 7:30pm in Shag, West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Hustle, Jitterbug, Lindy Hop, Night Club 2-Step or Swingin’ the Blues followed by an evening of open dancing with food and drinks. $10 per person & $15 per couple No preregistration required. info@babsmcdance.com or 910-395-5090.

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ductors. Chamber Winds is comprised of the top musicians from each section of the Wind Symphony. The repertoire for the Chamber Winds includes works written for concert band and wind ensemble, as well as standard wind literature written for smaller ensembles of all sizes. Under LaCognata’s baton, Wind Symphony and Chamber Winds have become an important addition to Wilmington’s musical landscape. Students, teachers, and anyone who

enjoys music for symphonic bands will be delighted by the performances. Free students, $6 general admission. Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Road HONOR BAND FESTIVAL FINALE CONCERT 12/6, 3pm: Conducted by John LaCognata (UNCW director of bands) and Jerry Markoch (Athens Drive High School director of bands), the 5th an-

WILMINGTON SINGLES DANCE 11/28, 8pm: Music by Classic Collection Band. • 12/5, 8pm: Music by Classic Collection Band. No jeans. Drinks and snacks provided. $12 members, $15 non-members. American Legion, 702 Pine Grove Rd. IRISH STEP DANCE Traditional Irish Step Dancing Beginners to Championship level ages 5-adult! Mondays nights. The studio is located at 1211 South 44th St. www. walshkelleyschool.com.

BABS MCDANCE STUDIO Wilmington’s Premier Social Dance studio featuring group and private lessons in shag, swing, hiphop, Latin, foxtrot, cha-cha, belly dancing, ballroom, Zumba, and more - weekly with various pricing. For more info on prices and weekly social events, visit www.babsmcdance.com or call 395-5090.

MALE AND ADULT DANCE CLASSES For males of all ages—free! New technique class with instructor Kevin Lee-y Green. Class will focus on the essentials of male dance including leaps, jumps, strength and power, Tues. 7:30-8:30. Uniform: Black athletic pants and white t-shirt; all ages welcome. • Come join the new contemporary classes offered at Wilmington School of Ballet by instructor Kevin Lee-y Green, artistic director of Techmoja Dance and Theater Company. Adults: Tues. 6:307:30. $10 per class. Wilmington School of Ballet, 3834 Oleander Drive

art/exhibits FALL SENIOR EXHIBITION 11/20–12/13: The Senior Exhibition is the culmination of study in studio art. The exhibition is juried by the studio art faculty and moounted by graduating seniors. It is the capstone event for studio art majors. Hours: Mon-Fri, noon-4pm. Cultural Arts Bldg, UNCW, 601 S. College Rd. LEETA HARDING PHOTOGRAPHY “It’s So Me” hangs through 11/21, at SALT Studio, 805 N. 4th St. This show will feature photography and have a video installation as well. Leeta photos young women as they’re trying discover themselves and choose their life’s path—a very confusing but freeing time. “It’s So Me” is a catch phrase use to represent or characterize a person, group, idea or point of view. “When I shoot a portrait I’m looking for that moment when something personal is revealed to me. I never know what that expression will be. It’s a feeling of truth,” the artist says. http://leetaharding.com. saltstudionc.com NO BOUNDARIES See page 14.

ARTISTS OPEN STUDIOS Sat.: Artists’ studios open, 10am-3pm, 200 Willard St. near Greenfield Lake! Sat. will be artists on site opening their private studios to the public to watch them create and sell their art. Fine art, jewelry, pottery, sculptures, photography, glass, original art cards, and gifts. ArtWorks. 200 Willard St. FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT Coordinated by The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County, feat. 16 local art galleries and studios that will open their doors to the public in an after-hours celebration of art and culture, from 6-9pm, every fourth Friday of the month through 2014. Rhonda Bellamy at 910-343-0998, 221 N. Front St. Suite 101. artscouncilofwilmington.org ARTFUEL VOL. 39 Artfuel is pleased to host local art work from Sharon Lafond, Liz Sullivan, Ann Garrett and Vicki O. Live music will be performed by Morris Cardenas, and food and drink will be provided. Come support our local artists. Artfuel Inc., 2165 Wrightsville Ave.

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Sponsored by Landfall Foundation. • Collection Selections: Communications: How have people communicated over distances over time? Cape Fear Museum’s collection includes thousands of artifacts related to both manual and digital methods of communication. View 32 objects, ranging from pens, typewriters and letters to telephones, radios and computers. See how communication technology has evolved over the last two centuries. Closes 12/15. • Fort Fisher: 150 Years, 12/15-7/13/15: Includes hundreds of artifacts that document the history of Fort Fisher and its changing role in the community. View a selection of objects and images that shed light on the past 150 years. Examine artifacts from when Fort Fisher was a battle site. See some of the different the ways the site has been used since 1865. • World War II: A Local Artist’s Perspective: In time for the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landing and the Normandy campaign, Cape Fear Museum will be exhibiting one of the region’s most powerful collections of World War II artifacts.

• Cape Fear Stories presents artifacts, images, models, and 3D settings to explore people’s lives in the Lower Cape Fear from Native American times through the end of the 20th century. • Michael Jordan Discovery Gallery, Williston Auditorium, giant ground sloth, Maritime Pavilion and more! 910-7984370. Hours: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm. $5$8. Free for museum members and children under 3. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sun. ea. month. 814 Market St. capefearmuseum BATTLESHIP ALIVE 12/6, 8am: Since 1997, the Living History Crew weekends have been a tradition at the battleship in the program called “Battleship Alive.” The Living History Crew provides insight into the daily life and

routine of the crew aboard the USS NC by explaining the duties specific to the sailor’s ratings (jobs) and demonstrates activities that occurred aboard the ship. A great event for all ages. Bring your questions and cameras! Included with Battleship admission. 1 Battleship Rd. NE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits. www.playwilmington.org 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534 WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the interaction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 year history of Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2569. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com.

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LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy.” and “Sheena”, a 23ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20

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Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, itf ocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St. CAMERON ART MUSEUM Exhibits: State of the Art/Art of the State opens 9/20—curated by Peter Eleey, MoMA P.S 1, NY; Laura Hoptman, Dept. of Painting and Sculpture, MoMA, NY; and Heidi Zuckerman Jacobson, Nancy and Bob Magoon CEO and director, Aspen Art Museum. The exhibit is a representation of living artists’ self-selected artwork from across the state of North Carolina. Hangs through 2/12/15. • Matter of Reverence: 11/15: For over forty years, Hiroshi Sueyoshi (Japanese, b. 1946) has worked in the medium of clay. This exhibition explores the evolution of his art and philosophy as well as his major influences including Isamu Noguchi, Peter Voulkos and Ruth Duckworth. Featuring work from CAM’s permanent collection as well as loans from private and public collections including the Renwick Gallery, Washington, DC, the Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC and the Asheville Art Museum, Asheville, NC. Free for members. • Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues-Sun,10am-5pm; Thurs: 10am9pm. Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. • CAM Café hrs: Tues-Sat, 11am-3pm; Sun, 10am3pm; Thurs. dinner. 910-395-5999. www.cameronartmuseum.org

Do your kids have a penchant for rhymes? For poetry? For lyrical delivery? Then head over to New Hanover County Library and sign up for their Rap Club, taking place at various libraries in the county on 11/19, 11/21, 12/1, and 12/2. Kids will compose an original hip-hop song, as well as strengthen their reading and writing skills.

Research shows rhymers are better readers! Preregister by going to www.nhcgov.com Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669. www.capefearserpentarium.com.

BELLAMY MANSION One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of

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

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RAP CLUB 11/19, 3:30pm, New Hanover County Public Library, 201 Chestnut St.: Choose the beat! Write the lyrics! Record the song! Compose an original hip hop song and learn how to make your own music. This group activity for pre-teens helps strengthen reading and writing skills, because research shows that rhymers are better readers. • 11/21, 3:30pm, Northeast Regional Library, Watkins Room, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd • 12/1, 3:30, Carolina Beach Library, 300 Cape Fear Blvd. • 12/2, 3:30pm, Myrtle Grove Li-

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910-777-8889 or info@happylittlesingers.com. 200 Willard Street in the ArtWorks. www.-ms-susansroom.com THEATRE NOW Children’s Theater Super Saturday Fun Time. Kid’s live adventure and variety show. Saturdays. Doors open att 3pm. $8/$1 off with Kid’s Club Membership. Drop off service available.Tickets: www.theatrewilmington.com or 910-399-3NOW

sports/recreation SHOREBIRD NESTING SEASON REVIEW 11/22, 9:15am: Join Wild Bird & Garden and Audubon NC coastal biologist Lindsay Addison for a review of the 2014 shorebird nesting season on our area’s beaches and islands. Learn about the different birds that nested here, and what factors contributed to the outcomes of their nesting seasons. Temptations Everyday Gourmet, 3501 Oleander Dr #13.

BACKYARD BIRDING/FEEDING 12/6, 9am: Each season invites new visitors to your backyard. Some remain all year round, while others migrate great distances. Join park naturalist into the world of birds and discover what tasty treats and feeders will attract these fantastic creatures each season. Discover how you could build your own backyard birdy oasis. Cost: $10 Pre-registration required. Halyburton Park, 4099. S. 17th Street

lectures/readings RELIGION IN ANTEBELLUM WILMINGTON 11/20, 7pm: UNCW professor Dr. Walt Conser will speak about Religion of Antebellum Wilmington at the Latimer House, headquarers of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society. A suggested donation of $5 helps to support educatiuonal programming and restoration of the Latimer House. Pre-registration is appreciated at 910-762-0492. Latimer House, 126 S. 3rd St. MEMORY MATTERS 11/19, 2pm: Martin Case, JD., QMHP, host of “Memory Matters” on WMYT 106.7 leads an interactive workshop on how to maintain the quality of your life and cognition with early detection and in-

tervention. Learn simple steps to help you preserve your memories and mental awareness long into your golden years. This program will take place at The Commons at Brightmore and is part of Brightmore of Wilmington’s Brightmore University Series, offering lifelong learning and enrichment opportunities for Wilmington’s active seniors. Free and open to all Wilmington seniors. Brightmore of Wilmington, is a retirement community offering a continuum of on-site lifestyle choices for people age 62+. The Commons at Brightmore of Wilmington, 2320 41st Street THE VIRTUAL DEMENTIA TOUR 11/21, 9am: The Virtual Dementia Tour is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or Dementia. The simulation tool will help you understand the physical and mental challenges while building sensitivity and awareness. Also, learn the tools necessary to help get through the difficult times with your loved one. Home Instead Senior Care Office, 2502 S. 17th St.

classes/workshops ETHAN ALLEN HOLIDAY WORKSHOP oin us on Wed, 11/19, at 5pm to learn great holiday decorating tips from our design pros! This fun, informative session will show you how to use everyday accents to make the most of your holiday. There will be demonstrations and plenty of tips that help make your style sparkle through the holidays and all year long. As always - remember that our workshops are free and full of fabulous design tips. Our advice is endless, but seating is limited! Please call to reserve your seat today.

SUNROOM STUDIO Four two hour sessions. Classes are ongoing.

Enroll anytime. Supply list available. Maximum 4 students. Individual guidance. Wednesdays, 10am, Acrylic painting. Wednesdays, 2pm, Colored pencil drawing. Tuesdays, 10am and 2pm, Watercolor. Fridays, 10am: Basic drawing. Sunroom Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure

AIKIDO FOR AWARENESS 11/22, 2pm: Aikido, known as the ?Art of Peace,? can be used in daily life to keep oneself safe regardless of size or strength. Experienced instructors from the Cape Fear Aikido Association will teach some basic Aikido exercises at this introductory session for mothers and teenaged daughters. The program will cover techniques for raising awareness of the world around you, recognizing and responding to your body’?s natural alerts to danger, acknowledging and avoiding unsafe situations, and verbal and physical techniques for escaping a conflict unharmed and without doing harm. Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and sneakers. This free event is for mother/daughter teams, and all participants must be 12 years of age or older. Please register each person and list the partner’s name in the notes. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. MEDITATION CLASS 11/22, 10am: Led by Energy Healer Jennifer Chapis, Exhale Yoga and Wellness Studio, 16th South Front Street (enter in alley), Wilmington, NC, drop in, $10-$15 (you choose). Admission: You Choose. • 11/30, 10am: For sexual exploration, led by Chapis. Drop in, $10-$15 (you choose) Exhale Yoga and Wellness Studio, 16 South Front Street • 12/3, 6:15pm: Energy clearing for vibrancy, led by Chapis, McKay Healing Arts, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC, drop in, $10$15 (you choose). • 12/7, 10am: Meditation for inner light, led by Chapis, Exhale Yoga and Wellness Studio, 16th South Front Street (enter in alley). Drop in, $10-$15 (you choose).

HOMESCHOOL POTTERY CLASS 11/24, 10:30am: Muddy Monday Homeschool Pottery Class. Ages 5-10, 10:30-12:00 pm. Cost: $18 per class or $60 for a 4-class pass. Class size is

limited to 8 students per class. Come and play with clay with instructor Laurel Herbert as she leads the kids on a squishy, muddy adventure. The kids will love learning about pottery and sculpture each week through stories and games. They will get to try out new techniques with the clay each visit as they pound, squish, roll and throw on the wheel. It is suggested that you sign up in advance for two classes or more at a time so that your child’s pieces can be fired and painted. This is our most popular class so reserve your space early. 910-620-4149. Muddy Muse Studio, 616 Castle Street, Unit B DO IT FOR LOVE YOGA Fire Queen Productons and Beach House Bar and Grill presents an event for the “Do it for the Love” Foundation. Morning Yoga with Elizabther Cramond, registration is at 8:30am, yoga starts at 9am.

Pre-reg: gina@thebeachhousebar.com. $10. Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St. NONPROFIT GUIDANCE 12/4, 4pm: Cabineer’s Promotions will be meeting with nonprofits in the Wilmington and surrounding areas, giving them resources and sponsorships offers to help them in their endeavors of community services. This event is open to the public, please RVSP your nonprofit early as possible, “limited seating.” 910-523-8916. Accompanied by Sam Gore, a nonprofit specialist, to help lead you and your nonprofit in the right direction. Therefore, with hard work and dedication, this meeting will allow you to be very successful in a long journey of helping your cause in the community. Myrtle Grove Public Library, 5155 S. College Rd. ZUMBA W/LYNN MOLINA Mon/Wed/Fri, 6:30pm; Tues, 9:15am; Sat, 10am: Join Licensed Zumba® Instructor, Lynn Molina! Your first class is free! Bring water and a

CREATE QUILT SQAURES 11/22-23 Beginning and all levels; limited to 12. Nov 22, Saturday 10am-4pm and Nov 23, Sun. noon4pm. $100-$115. $30 materials fee paid to instructor on first day of workshop. September Krueger and Kristin Gibson are teaming up again to share a weekend of textile techniques. Two days of dyeing, printing, painting and exploring ways to make a series of your own patterns and designs. After the weekend, many of the techniques learned can easily be accomplished on your own kitchen table. All ages and skill levels, materials included. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th Street

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clubs/notices/tours HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Free grief workshops offered by Lower Cape Fear Hospice. Grief group discussions include understanding the grief process; coping with loss; defining realistic expectations for the holidays; and suggestions for creating new holiday traditions. Workshops will be offered 2-4 p.m. Wed., 11/19; 2-4 p.m. Wed., 12/3; and 2-4 p.m. Wed., 12/10, at the Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Drive in Wilmington. Evening workshops will also be offered from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wed., 11/19; Wed., 12/3; and Wed., 12/10, at the Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, 1406 Physicians Drive in Wilmington.

Reg. is rqd. 910-796-7991 or Melinda.mckeon@lcfh. org.

OCD/ANXIETY DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP 11/20, 7pm: Building B. Group meets the first and third Thursday of each month. Open to adults 18 and older. Family members welcome. The first Thursday of each month is an educational presentation by Dr.Savard. Third Thursday is member led. Free. Details: 763-8134. Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Bldg B MANAGING EFFECTS OF PROSTATE CANCER

Wilmington Prostate Cancer Support Group presents in Classroom C a DVD talk on Management Of Treatment Side Effects Through Basic Pharmacology by Charles “Snuffy” Myers, MD, Oncologist and PC Survivor, American Institute for

11/19: HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS The Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer free grief workshops throughout the holidays to help folks coping with the loss of loved ones during one of the most difficult times of year. Participants will work on setting realistic expectations during the holidays and find ways to create new traditions. Groups meet Wednesdays at 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (11/19, 12/3 and 10) at the Phillips LifeCare and Counseling Center (1406 Physcians Dr.).

Diseases of the Prostate, Foundation for Cancer Research and Education. Formal talk followed on DVD by Q&A and frank discussion. Men and their spouses are welcome as well as interested members of the public.Info.: 792-9953 or 799-5478 or wproscasupportgp@aol.com. New Hanover Regional Medical Center, 2131 S. 17th St. MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP Meets 2nd Thursday each month at New Hanover Rehab Hospital, 2131 S. 17th St. (Regional Medical Center campus). Those with MS, family & friends welcome. Lisa Burns, 399-7252; Burt Masters 383-1368. New Hanover Regional Medical Center, 2131 S. 17th St. WWII GROUP 12/7, 1:15pm: The World War II Wilmington Home Front Heritage Coalition seeks names and contact info of Southeastern North Carolina military survi-

vors and civilian witnesses of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941, to include them in the upcoming 73rd anniversary commemoration. Annual commemoration, sponsored by the Coalition, falls on Sunday this year, the actual day of the week it occurred. This is rare. The ceremony takes place at 1:25 p.m. at Battleship Park in Wilmington. Contact Oris Ayers at 796-3292, or Dayers91@aol.com. Battleship USS NC Park, One Battleship Rd. NE EUROPEAN TRIP W/CAPE FEAR MUSEUM Join Cape Fear Museum for a seven day trip abroad and guided group tour through Gate 1 Travel, Europe: Highlights of History 4/12-19, Explore the canals of Amsterdam, stroll through the tulips in Holland, be amazed by the architecture in Belgium and take in the Parisian sights, including the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe. Features included guided tours of Amsterdam, Holland, Brussels and Bruges, Belgium and Paris France, including: Amsterdam Canal Cruise, Windmill Village, Brussels Grand Place, Our Lady’s Church with Michelangelo’s Madonna, Paris City Tour. Package includes airfare, accommodations, breakfast daily, sightseeing via motor coach, English-speaking tours and whisper technology enhance touring. Additional optional tours in Amsterdam and Paris are available. Reservations are currently being accepted.

Please be advised that this tour is likely to sell out! Details about Europe: Highlights of History can be found clicking on the News and Events tab on www.cfmassociates.org. Deadline to sign up is December 19, 2014.

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

SUBURBS WALKING TOURS Every Sat., 10am. Discover ILM through neighborhood walking tours. Forest Hills was the first automobile-oriented suburb in Wilmington, while Streetcar Suburbs tell about the restoration and renewal of Carolina Place and Carolina Heights.

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

THRIVE A Christ-Centered 12-Step Support group, helping people overcome “Hurts, Habits and Hangups.” Thrive meets every Monday evening at 7pm at Life Community Church (LCC) inside Independence Mall. Large group begins at 7pm and men’s and women’s small groups begin at 8pm The meetings are in the Extension, which is next to Sears and across from Branches Bookstore.

Contact information: Pastor Jim Snider 910-7913859 or www.lifecc.com. 3500 Oleander Dr. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOC. SUPPORT GROUP For family caregivers. It’s not appropriate for people with dementia to attend. The group meets the fourth Monday of every month, 2pm. Free.

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Details: 399-5905 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 North 16th Street GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS MEETING Tues., 6:30pm: “Do you think you have a Gambling problem? Is gambling causing stress in your life? Do you often gamble recklessly until your last dollar is gone? Does gambling cause you anxiety?

There is help! Come join Wilmington Gambler’s Anonymous and take the first step to getting your life back in control.” Ogden Baptist Church, 7121 Market St. DOCTOR WHO WEDNESDAYS Come in to watch Doctor Who episodes every Wednesday night. Come in Cosplay, be a dork, be a geek, nerd out, but most of all be a Whovian!

Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace Street AZALEA COAST EXECUTIVE NETWORK Meets the first Monday of each month at 5:30 pm for networking, dinner at 6 at Henry’s, 2508 Independence Blvd. Wilmington. Female business women networking and professional develop-

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

WILMINGTON WINE SHOP Sample five new delicious wines, free, for Friday Wine Tasting, 5-8pm. Have a bottle or glass of your favorite with friends afterwards in our cozy shop or on the back deck. And beer lovers don’t fret, we’ve got a fridge full of craft and microbrews. 605 Castle St. 910-202-4749. www.wilmingtonwine.net.

CARE BENEFIT DINNER 11/24, 6pm: Join a trio of renowned area chefs and a master mixologist for a five-course epicurean experience paired with specialty cocktails. Chefs Shaun Fenix (Fortunate Glass), Brian Jones (Crooked Branch BBQ) and Chris Gangemi (City Club), with mixologist Richard Watson (Catch) present an inaugural evening of delectable delights in A trio of local chefs will host a benefit dinner for an effort to raise awareness and funds C.A.R.E. —a local nonprofit which helps the lives for the Coastal Animal Rescue Effort of local homeless animals. Saun Fenix (Fortunate (C.A.R.E.), an organization created by AtGlass), Brian Jones (Crooked Branch BBQ) and lantic Animal Hospital to treat and rehabilitate homeless animals then help them find Chris Gangemi (City Club), as well as bartender new homes. Come support a great cause Richard Watson (Catch) will present five courses, and enjoy every mouth-watering second each paired with a cocktail. Dixie Grill is the hosting of it! Dixie Grill, 116 Market Street, Wilmspot, 116 Market Street. Tickets are $60 and can be ington, NC. Tickets: $60/pp; limited seatings on the hour from 6-9pm. Brian Jones purchased by calling 910-524-1191. at (910) 524-1191. www.foodjones.com.

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WILMINGTON BREWING COMPANY 11/22, 1:30pm: Free brewing demonstration every Saturday at 1:30pm. Don’t wait! Brew your holiday beer and get a head start on your holiday shopping for your homebrewer: Gift Certificates, Equipment, Ingredients, T-shirts etc. Wilmington Brewing Company, 824 South Kerr Avenue PORT CITY SWAPPERS Port City Swappers is a monthly food and bever-

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

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ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20): Someone on Reddit.com posed the question, “What have you always been curious to try?” Many people answered they wanted to experiment with exotic varieties of sex and drugs they had never treated themselves to before. Other favorites: eating chocolate-covered bacon; piloting a plane; shoplifting; doing a stand-up comedy routine; hang-gliding and deep-sea diving; exploring the Darknet and the Deep Web; spontaneously taking a trip to a foreign country; turning away from modern society and joining a Buddhist monastery. What would your answer be, Aries? The coming weeks will be an excellent time to explore what you have always been curious to try.

The risks will be lower than usual, and the results more likely to be interesting.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Contrary to popular opinion, crime-fiction author Arthur Conan Doyle never had his character Sherlock Holmes utter the statement, “Elementary, my dear Watson.” For that matter, Humphrey Bogart never actually said, “Play it again, Sam,” in the film, “Casablanca.”

Star Trek’s Captain Kirk never used the exact phrase, “Beam me up, Scotty.” Furthermore I, Rob Brezsny, have never before issued the following prophecy: “Deep sexy darkness and deep sexy brilliance are conspiring to bring you Tauruses intriguing pleasures that will educate the naive part of your soul”—until now, that is. At this juncture in the ever-twisting plot of your life story, I am most definitely saying just that.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Here are some thoughts from Gemini author Fernando Pessoa: “The feelings that hurt most, the emotions that sting most, are those that are absurd -- the longing for impossible things; nostalgia for what never was; the desire for what could have been; regret over not being someone else.”

Can you relate, Gemini? Have you felt those feelings? Here’s the good news: In the coming weeks, you will be more free of them than you have been in a long time. What will instead predominate for you are yearnings for very possible things and contentment with what’s actually available to you. (Pessoa’s words are from “The Book of Disquiet,” translated by Alfred Mac Adam.)

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The most important thing you can do in the coming weeks is learn how to take care of yourself better. What? You say you’re too busy for that? You have too many appointments and obligations? I disagree.

In my astrological opinion, there’s one task that must trump all others, and that is get smarter about how you eat, sleep, exercise, relax, heal yourself, and connect with people. I can assure you that there’s a lot you don’t know about what you really need and the best ways to get what you really need. But you are ripe to become wiser in this subtle, demanding, and glorious art.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Naturalist Greg Munson says that many dragonflies are great acrobats. They are the “Cirque du Soleil” performers of the animal kingdom. Not only do they eat in mid-air, they also have sex. While flying, two dragonflies will hook up and bend into a roughly circular formation to accommodate the idiosyncrasies of their reproductive organs, thereby forming a “mating pinwheel.” I don’t expect you to achieve quite that level of virtuosity in your own amorous escapades, Leo. But if you’re adventurous, you could very well enjoy experiences that resemble having sex while flying.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Born under the sign of Virgo, Yuriy Norshteyn is a Russian animator who has won numerous awards. His “Tale of Tales” was once voted the greatest animated film of all time. But he hasn’t finished any new films for quite a while. In fact, he has been working on the same project since 1981, indulging his perfectionism to the max. In 33 years, he has only finished 25 minutes’ worth of “The Overcoat,” which is based on a story by Nikolai Gogol. I predict he will complete this labor of love in the next eight months—just as many

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “Every saint has a bee in his halo,” philosopher Elbert Hubbard said. Similarly, some Libras have a passive-aggressive streak hidden beneath their harmony-seeking, peace-loving persona. Are you one of them?

If so, I invite you to express your darker feelings more forthrightly. You don’t have to be mean and insensitive. In fact, it’s best if you use tact and diplomacy. Just make sure you reveal the fact that there is indeed a bee in your halo. I bet you will ultimately be pleased with the consequences you stir up through your acts of courageous honesty.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Many people use the terms “cement” and “concrete” interchangeably, but they are not the same. Cement is powdery stuff that’s composed of limestone, gypsum, clay with alumino-silicate, and other ingredients. It’s just one of the raw materials that is used to make concrete -- usually no more than 15 percent of the total mass. The rest consists of sand, crushed stone, and water. Let’s regard this as a good metaphor for you to keep in mind, Scorpio. If you want to create a durable thing that can last as long as concrete, make sure you don’t get overly preoccupied with the “cement” at the expense of the other 85 percent of the stuff you will need.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Whatever returns from oblivion returns to find a voice,” Louise Glück said in her poem “The Wild Iris.” I think that will be a key theme for you in the coming weeks. There’s a part of you that is returning from oblivion—making its way home from the abyss—and it will be hungry to express itself when it arrives back here in your regularly scheduled life.

This dazed part of you may not yet know what exactly it wants to say. But it is fertile with the unruly wisdom it has gathered while wandering. Sooner rather than later, it will discover a way to articulate its raw truths.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “There is no revenge so complete as forgiveness,” American humorist Josh Billings said. I propose that we make that your motto in the coming weeks. It’s an excellent time to liberate yourself from memories that still cause you pain—to garner major healing from past anguish and upheaval. One of the best ways to do that will be to let go of as much blame, rage and hatred as you possibly can. Forgiveness can be your magic spell.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Denmark has been a pioneer in developing the technology to supply its energy needs with wind power. By 2020, it expects to generate half of its electricity from wind turbines. Recently the Danish climate minister also announced his nation’s intention to phase out the use of coal as an energy source within ten years. I would love to see you apply this kind of enlightened long-term thinking to your own personal destiny, Aquarius. Now would be an excellent time to brainstorm about the life you want to be living in 2020 and 2025. It’s also a perfect moment to outline a master plan for the next ten years, and commit to it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Piscean actor Sir Michael Caine has had an illustrious career. He won two Oscars and has been nominated for the award six times in five different decades. For his appearance in “Jaws: The Revenge,” he was nominated for the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor. He confessed his work in that film was not his best, and yet he was happy with how much money he made doing it. “I have never seen the film,” he said, “but by all accounts it was terrible. However, I have seen the house that it built, and it is terrific.” In accordance with the astrological omens, Pisces, you have permission to engage in a comparable trade-off during the coming months

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