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finds the oddities of crime.

15 save the world: Emily Rea gives details on the upcoming Wilmington Memory Walk.

its doors and welcoming the public en masse to enjoy, be inspired by and support the hardworking filmmakers of our day and the culminations of

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their creativity. Check out pages 5-12 for an interview with festival direc-

16 theater: MJ Pendleton previews Thalian

tor, Dan Brawley, as well as a slew of reviews for some of this year’s

Association’s “Little Women.”

most notable films (such as God Went Surfing With The Devil, right). For

18 art preview: Lauren Hodges reveals the

a full list of films, showtimes and venues, visit www.cucalorus.org.

“There’s a new book that’s coming out about Sarah Palin. And the book contains a copy of the speech she would have given if John McCain had won and she had became vice president. Yeah. The speech is entitled, ‘Uh-oh.’”—Conan O’Brien “One year ago today, ladies and gentle-

men, Barack Obama was elected president, one year ago today. One year later, we’re still in Iraq. We’re still in Afghanistan. But, you know, at least we got rid of Paula Abdul.”—David Letterman “Some pictures of President Obama posted on the internet seem to show the President looking very thin. ... Tthey say he looks too thin, but White House docs say not to worry, Barack Obama’s one of those guys who can eat whatever he wants and still not gain weight. Yet another reason for Rush Limbaugh to hate him.”—Jay Leno “Over in Washington, President Obama called and congratulated Republican Bob McDonnell today after he won the governorship in Virginia. Obama then moved Virginia to the bottom of the swine flu vaccine waiting list.”—Jimmy Fallon “On Saturday night, the President and Mrs. Obama had a couple thousand kids at

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this week in history

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November 11th, 1918— At the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the Great War, World War I, ends.

November 12th, 1954—Ellis Island, the gateway to America, shuts it doors after processing more than 12 million immigrants since opening in 1892. Today, an estimated 40 percent of all Americans can trace their roots through Ellis Island, located in New York Harbor off the New Jersey coast.

November 13th, 1940—Walt Disney’s Fantasia opens. The unusual animated film had no plot—it was an ambitious, artistic attempt to marry music and animation in a new way.

November 14th, 1851— Moby-Dick , a novel by Herman Melville about the voyage of the whaling ship Pequod, is published by Harper & Brothers in New York.

November 15th, 1867—The first stock ticker is unveiled in New York City. The advent of the ticker ultimately revolutionized the stock market by making up-to-theminute prices available to investors around the country.

November 16th, 1960—Actor Clark Gable, best known for his role as Rhett Butler in Gone with the Wind, dies.

November 17th, 1839—Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi’s first opera, Oberto, conte di San Bonifacio, debuts in Milan. The premiere was held at La Scala, Italy’s most prestigious theater.

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A Quarter Past Cucalorus: Director Dan Brawley dishes about the film festival’s 15th anniversary and robots

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ach November Wilmington turns its attention to the celebration of film.

Culled into five days of immense inspiration, the Cucalorus Film Festival brings out cinephiles, citizen supporters, creativetypes and, yes, even robots to partake in a variation of some of the best local, regional and international screenings. While movies are always the center of focus, Cucalorus has also become a celebration of art. From the Dance-a-lorus performance on Wednesday night at City Stage (combining dance and film, nonetheless), to the kick-off party at Soapbox, featuring a host of great live music, to Thursday’s State of the State address, discussing the current climate of North Carolina’s film industry, to the all-day workshops and Kids-a-Lorus held on Saturday, everyone can find a niche to celebrate our burgeoning arts and the artists who work so hard to put forth their creativity.

Director of Cucalorus, Dan Brawley, carries on the tradition of Twinkle Doon, a small filmmaking collective who created the festival in ‘94. “I got strapped to the beast through a complicated court settlement over some disputed intellectual copyright issues connected to a series of flourescent robots I invented in the 1970s,” Brawley admitted. Today, those robots are making life much easier for him (I mean, don’t they make great cover models?), helping him scour through thousands of movies for the festival and even escorting him to accept a proclamation from Wilmington’s mayor, declaring November 9th-15th Cucalorus Film

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e: Speaking of phone sex, how many movies exactly will be shown in the short span of Cucalorus?

DB: 147 give or take, depending on pending litigation. If you want weird, go see Dogtooth.

If you want phone sex, go see Easier with Practice. If you want weird phone sex, well, my number’s in the book.

SHINE THE LIGHT DOWN: Cucalorus begins this week, as marked by the logo projection across from City Stage/Level 5. Photo by Chad Keith

Festival Week. Brawley took a break from tweaking his metal friends to answer a few questions about five days of insane fun. encore: Tell us a little bit about Cucalorus 2009—how has assessing its needs been different from its previous incarnations?

Meet Billy: Feature film brings colorful story to Cucalorus BILLY WAS A DEAF KID Length: 89 minutes Director: Rhett & Burke Lewis Friday, November 13, 10:15pm-11:55pm City Stage

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ne of the most eclectic films in this year’s lineup is the inspired character study Billy Was a Deaf Kid. It’s a film about relationships with a non-traditional narrative structure that puts the audience at the center of the characters. It’s the kind of movie that many will invest in and requires an open mind. The most compelling aspect of the film is its unpredictability. The traditional rules of filmmaking and storytelling have been tweaked to make something unique.

Dan Brawley: We were really looking for a fifth-floor theater. We tried to get UNCW to elevate the entire Fisher Center, just for the week of Cucalorus, so it would sort of look like a water tower. But then we discovered this City Stage place that some masons carved up a few years back. And then, of course, we went looking for romantic comedies about phone sex.

by: Anghus Houvouras I’d be lying if I said this movie was for everyone—anyone expecting a traditional theatrical structure might want to take consideration.

But those looking for a challenging festival piece should have a lot to talk about after the credits roll.

The film is a passion project for brothers Rhett and Burke Lewis. “We earned our degrees making ninja-action movies in our backyard,” Burke told encore last week. Billy Was a Deaf Kid is their first feature. “Our dad wrote this weird poem titled ‘Donnie Was A Deaf Kid.’ We thought that was a hilarious title; we changed the name is all. Rhett had

e: As always, changes are inevitable every year; what changes are you most excited about in ‘09?

DB: The Cartman! He’ll be driving people around town in his golf cart, which is pretty nice. Of course, the elevator at City Stage.

Have you ever ridden in an elevator with Craig Rogers? We’re also showing a lot of films twice, so you’ve got that going for you. e: How would convince folks who normally may think this festival is geared toward filmies or film buffs to participate?

DB: Well, the festival is only good for people who like to laugh. So I would encourage nonlaughers to stay at home and watch C-Span.

And I have two big suggestions for the multi-

this little Fisher-Price microphone from his childhood that he loved, and we thought it could be used as a hearing device in the film.

So we started from there.”

It’s an odd snippet from a movie brimming with odd snippets. There’s a meandering sense of scope, a kind of “fly on the wall” approach that serves the story well.

There are nuances and vibes that felt familiar—that overwhelming sense of weird that at times feels like it exists in its own reality.

It’s our world cranked up to “surreal.” And while there is something charming about the whimsy, it can get a little grating. Sometimes the word “unique” can imply something different; other times it can be a nice way of saying, “it made little sense,” I can see both sides of the argument.

The brothers Lewis don’t see that as much of an issue. “It has been a blast connecting with audiences and other filmmakers at film festivals,” Burke noted. “There is nothing better! Each person brings such unique insight and opinions to our film—even those

plex zombies: That Evening Sun and Calvin Marshall—two of the best films of the year, 11.7 times better than the popcorn fluff spewing out of the studios. e: You guys have received a lot of national media attention and praise. What do you think stands out about Cucalorus from other film festivals, and how will you keep it evolving?

DB: Well, we don’t really take ourselves toooo seriously. We have fun planning Cucalorus. Could it be that easy? Well, we also work our butts off to round up the best films of the year and herd them back here to Wilmington. I think one of the reasons we’ve done well in the media is because we’ve always had strong creative leadership. That started with Twinkle Doon, and has continued with several new generations of artists and organizers over the years.

We’ll be brainwashing UNCW film-studies grads to keep it rolling. e: Give us information about anything else taking place during the festival.

DB: A lot of stuff just happens. The backyard at Jengo’s is a good place to catch a swift game of marbles or a video joust full of lamplighting kickstanders. The password for all the secret parties: “Lick my keyboard.”

Tickets and passes to Cucalorus can be found at www.cucalorus.org, along with a full schedule of events and listings of every movie screening at various venues that have hated our movie have turned out to be some of our best friends!”

I noticed a theme when talking to many indie filmmakers this year: a great respect for the challenges of mounting even a small production. The Lewis Brothers were not without their own.

“As we were shooting, someone stole the Fisher Price microphone off of the street.

So Rhett had to make a replica out of paper mache and foam,” Burke remarked. “Plus, we broke the car wash we took the couch through—three different times. Other than that, it was pure filmmaking bliss.”

That unyielding enthusiasm brings the film to this years’ Cucalorus film festival, where they will no doubt create a few lively discussions. The film is described as a “classic, ‘I hate your guts, no wait, I like you, my brother is deaf, let’s ride a couch down the street love story,’” so it’s not without entertainment value. But the Q&A with Burke Lewis, following the screening, will likely shed even more light on the film and its colorful story.

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‘Big Fan,’ Big Fun: Cucalorus shows a movie for the cinephile of all varieties BIG FAN Length: 102 minutes Director: Robert Siegel Thursday, November 12, 10:45-11:59pm Lumina Theater

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here are very few things I find myself obsessing over. Football is one of them.

I’m the guy who meanders aimlessly through the world from the time the Pro-Bowl ends until pre-season starts in late August.

I started watching football at an early age, thanks to my father. And like my father, I carried on the tradition of becoming the guy who yelled at the television, and constructed sentences composed only of obscenities and the name of a player on my team.

The definition of “football-obsessed” has changed in recent years. There are those who take the game of football to a sad and desperate place. Fantasy Football has become a cottage industry for people grasping to try to make football more about themselves. And there are others who are so tied up in the agony of defeat of the game that they suffer as much, if not more so, than those who play the game.

Big Fan takes a look at the trite and lonely life of Paul Aufiero (Patton Oswalt), a die-hard Giants fan. Everything revolves around the team. His nights are spent manning the exit gate of a parking deck, listening to sports-talk radio. He composes his thoughts with paper and pen before calling every night to praise his

by: Anghus Houvouras team and, more importantly, denounce their conference rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles. His onair nemesis Philadelphia Phil (Michael Rappaport) is an equally loud-mouthed ass who taunts Paul when the season begins to go sour for the Giants.

Paul’s life is one that no one would envy. He has a nowhere job, a family that thinks he’s as a failure, and an unyielding devotion to a team he can’t even afford tickets to see. None of that matters. The only thing in his life capable of bringing him pleasure are the Giants. This unhealthy obsession is personified in his favorite player Quantrell Bishop (Jonathan Hamm). While not exactly a man-crush, his fixation on Bishop is awkward. To see a man in his 30s with the poster of a football player on his wall creates a particularly creepy psychological portrait of Paul. His obsession is confronted when he spots Bishop at a gas station and follows him all the way to a strip club. When he finally tries to engage Bishop in conversation, an awkward exchange soon turns into a ragefueled beating. Paul is practically beaten to death by the player he idolizes in a misunderstanding about his intentions.

For Paul’s family this is the wake-up call they’ve been waiting for. His brother, a personal injury lawyer, sees this as a winning lot-

Slow-Rising Tension: ‘House of the Devil’ adds a dose of horror to Cucalorus HOUSE OF THE DEVIL Length: 93 minutes Director: Ti West Friday, November 13, 10:45pm-11:59pm Lumina Theater

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ver 2. After filing my stories the whole thing kind of vanished into the ether. I was delighted when I picked up the screener for House of the Devil and saw “Ti West’s” name in t was over two years ago when I first met the credits. The movie’s an interesting little Ti West, director of House of the Devil, larf—a pungent, occasionally wayward, a new film making it’s local premiere at scary movie that seems derived from the Cucalorus. I was on set of the locally filmed kind of satanic cult mayhem that inspired Cabin Fever 2, doing some interviews for such anarchy as Manos: The Hands of the horror Web site Bloody Disgusting. Fate. Truth be told, House of the Devil plays Within the first five minutes of meeting like an episode of Tales from Darkside, a West, it was easy to see how he ended up 1980’s horror anthology series in the vein directing horror films. There is a sense of of Twilight Zone. The episodes were always eerie, childlike glee underneath his deadpan creepy, a little disturbing, and had some trudemeanor. His affection for the genre and ly frightening moments that inspired many his obsessive devotion to the craft makes sleepless nights. him someone worth watching.

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tery ticket. But Paul wants nothing to do with it.

Bishop gets suspended, and Paul has to bear the burden of watching his team suffer. Despite the reality of the situation, Paul feels guilty. Unfortunately, he can’t just walk away, hounded by a police detective, seeking to make a case against Bishop, and the press who is quick to turn this into a story. But Paul’s only allegiance is to the Giants.

Patton Oswalt plays Paul to perfection: a lonely man who exists in a lonely world, living with his mother, his sexual encounters all coming courtesy of a bottle of hand lotion.

The emptiness and desperation is so vividly painted on camera by the director, Robert

Siegel (former editor-in-chief of The Onion and writer of The Wrestler). We can’t help but pity Paul, even though his actions defy any sense of logic.

The movie starts out right near the bottom of the barrel and soon plummets to emotional depths very few films are willing to go. There were moments when the movie almost became too dark for me. I was half convinced I had the entire plot and story arc for Paul figured out. But there’s a fantastic third-act switcheroo—a fourth quarter creative Hail Mary that saves Big Fan from becoming just another dark independent film.

The movie is a powerful character study about a guy who lacks perspective—someone whose identity is tied into a world over which he has no control. What makes Paul a great character is how blind he is to the painful realities. In spite of common sense, he is able to reconcile his world view with absolute certainty. Like many great protagonists, he is blissfully unaware of the path he is on, even when everyone else sees the end coming.

And speaking of endings: It’s a doozy.

What I liked most about Big Fan is how accessible it is. This is the kind of film-festival movie that can be appreciated by the indie-loving art-house film crowd as well as the mainstream cinephile. Good movies know no boundaries, and Big Fan is a film worth rooting for.

ly situational. A cute young college student signs up for a job babysitting. Everything goes to hell. Between points “A” and “Z,” there are a whole lot of scares, leading to a wonderfully creepy conclusion. High art, it’s not—but it’s wonderfully executed and lovingly crafted.

West has zeal in his work, featuring tiny little moments that make the movie amount to more than the sum of its thinly cobbled narrative. If the film has a flaw, it is the maddening sense of inevitability that permeates through every reel. The road map for this film is so woefully laid out. The only hope lies in the slowly-rising tension that eventually leads to a more exciting final act.

As I watched House of the Devil, a number of classic spooky films came to mind.

I wondered if West was doing some kind of subtle satire of the genre. It’s difficult to interpret a film like this. Taken as a scary little satanic cult film, it’s perfectly serviceable. I was never quite sure if some of the cheesier elements were intended or just a by-product of this kind of movie. I enjoyed myself on one level, but spent a lot of wasted hours considering if there were other

levels. That’s the trouble with kitsch: When spread thick, it becomes quickly apparent.

When spread thin over a broad canvas, it’s more difficult to differentiate.

Maybe because House of the Devil is part of Cucalorus’ lineup did I feel the need to over-critique. (It wouldn’t be the first time my brain got me into trouble.) What I wrestled with was the eternal question: form or function? The form is wonderful, but is there any purpose to the function? Was West striving to bring something new to the genre? Or was he giving his best interpretation of films that influenced his particular brand of whimsy?

House of the Devil almost feels like a cinematic ellipses. Eventually, we’ll see another film from Ti West. Maybe then we’ll have the answer. Hopefully, he’ll go the way of Peter Jackson, whose early films helped him transition into a quality director, as opposed to Eli Roth who made a ridiculous horror film before transitioning into crap, as evidenced by the Hostel films. I would recommend House of the Devil, but I also want to see West’s more innovative contributions in the future.

CHARACTER STUDY: Patton Oswalt plays Paul Aufiero, an Giants fan whose obsession takes a dark turn after a run-in with his favorite athlete.

Love Askew: Films delve into that little, complicated thing called ‘love’

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t’s complicated, oftentimes exhausting and most of time insanely entrenching on our everyday lives. Some desire it to no end, others avoid it at all costs. It’s that little thing we like to call “love.”

In art, love becomes a muse that transcends creativity, and whether dealt with familially, romantically or platonically, it seems to find its way among canvases, in songs and on screens at every twist and turn. There is the kind of love we yearn for, the kind we meander in, even the kind we repulse—but no matter which, we envelop ourselves in it daily just by being.

During Cucalorus many films will be grasping Cupid’s arrow in some form or fashion, shedding different perspectives on the sometimes idealistic, pomposity of love while also exposing the dread and baggage that can as easily come with it. Movies like Surrogate and TIMER are only two of which viewers should make a point to see; both are interwoven by the common thread of desire, and both take that penetrating, red-filled verb to altering heights of perception.

SURROGATE Length: 57 minutes Director: Tali Shalom-Ezer Language: Hebrew with English subtitles Saturday, November 14, 11am-12:10pm Thalian Hall, Black Box Writer and director Tali Shalom-Ezer has garnered a lot of attention with her brilliantly moving and stark portrayal of love in its most fragile, if not scarred, stages. ShalomEzer’s Surrogate garnered praise from the Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) in June, most likely from its honest, raw portrayal of Eli (Amir Wolf), a young Israeli man who immerses himself in learning how to love fully and without fear by enlisting in sex therapy. The catch: He does so with a provisional partner (Lana Ettinger), aka the surrogate, wherein they meet in a “clinical setting” to go through various stages of intimacy, as prescribed by Eli’s doctor, With immaculate imagery and touching, sometimes unnerving, human connection at its essence, Wolf and Ettinger perfectly play strangers who evolve into a surrogate-patient relationship, and leave viewers wanting more from their electric, awkward and candid bouts of interaction. What comes of it is unadulterated honesty, making their “sessions” a far cry from sex-therapy as we know it stateside. Through every shared frame, they explore romantic ways to touch one another, fawn over one another and get

by: Shea Carver to know one another, if only loosely, just as any real relationship would evolve.

The engagingly complicated tone of Surrogate hasn’t gone unmatched by the politically charged tone of Ken Loach (director of Looking for Eric), who, while at Cannes last summer, voiced disdain for EIFF using Israeli monies to foot the bill for Shalom-Ezer’s visit to the Swedish festival. Essentially referring to it as money that helps fund “the massacres and state terrorism in Gaza,” Loach attempted to dissuade movie-lovers to attend EIFF, and even managed to be championed by the Scottish Palestinian Solidarity Campaign, who called for a boycott rally along Edinburgh red-carpet events. Loach’s unnecessary drama inspired EIFF to return the monies to the Israel embassy and pay for the Shalom-Ezer’s travel costs out of the festival budget. Yet, they didn’t do so without having one final say: EIFF chose Surrogate as the official selection of the festival.

To be clear, Shalom-Ezer, a film graduate of Tel Aviv University, didn’t make a political movie with Surrogate. Other than being shot in Israel, nothing about the nation, its government or political/religious beliefs is addressed. Instead, it focuses on the personal dramas that humans— any and all of them—go through in their lives.

It touts learning how to love, even amid life’s most unappealing circumstances.

Coming to Cucalorus won’t be as dramatic for the film—which is welcoming, seeing as it doesn’t need political ire to steal the hearts of its viewers. Surrogate connects on a fundamental basis, exploring love’s trials, tribulations and victories. With Amir Wolf’s portrayal of Eli, from protective and misguided to accepting and willing, the film’s movement is endearing. Through his professional, personal visits, Eli’s larger-than-life affections become apparent—his emotions, stirred.

With the help of his faux partner, he’s able to face his demons and look inward, past his haunting family’s ghosts, to realize his heart’s desires but, more importantly, its capability.

Surrogate’s off-the-cuff spirit will inspire audiences to re-evaluate the layers of emotion built within, from the depth of their souls to the lifeline of their hearts. In the end, it will leave them knowing love will prevail, even among the most indignant of people.

TIMER Length: 99 minutes Director: Jac Schaeffer Thursday, November 12, 1:15pm-3:05pm Lumina Theater Sunday, November 15, 4pm-5:45pm

Lumina Theater Taking the “romantic dramedy” cliché to thought-provoking heights, TIMER’s premise questions which path to take in finding true love: through happenstance or controlled destiny? Directed and written by Jac Schaeffer, TIMER introduces the idea that love comes with a countdown—all fashioned on the wrist of its wearers who can see the hours, minutes and seconds until their true love comes a calling. However, Oona O’Leary (Emma Caulfield, “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”) must await more patiently than most, thanks to her blank timer, indicating her lucky someone has yet to be stamped.

And so the story begins with Oona, a cute, quirky, almost-30-something dentist, who only dates fellas who don’t have a timer. She’s searching for the man who will make her watch light up, letting her know true love does in fact await. Thus, essentially her courtships with timer-less men always end in the big-box store (which seems similar to an Apple store for lovers), where Oona’s dates are stamped, allowing her to definitively know if they are Mr. Right.

Through all of Oona’s hopefuls and hopenots, her family remains encouraging, if not freakishly incessant on living their lives around the timer’s beeps, countdowns, tings and buzzes. Her sister is destined to be single—and entwined in revolving onenight stands—until she’s 40ish; her mom divorced her dad to find her soulmate, thanks to the timer’s invention; and even Oona’s 15year-old brother finds true love within a few days of having the watch installed.

Then comes along Mikey (John Patrick Amedori, The Butterfly Effect), a 20-something drummer whose life is run by youthful invincibility that remains infectious and inspiring for all aging souls. Despite his timer having a countdown, clearly indicating his “right” one is not Oona, the two embark on a whirlwind romance, breaking the “rules” and continuing to date, despite the fact their timers say they aren’t meant for each other.

TIMER has the heart of a hopeless romantic mixed with a tinge of teenage angst. It’s most lively when it relishes in the freedom of early love—when Oona and Mikey are clearly hanging out from mere interest in one another and not because of any unmitigating desire to find a soulmate. Although, at its base, the movie relies on the “must find right one” mentality to propel it.

Its characters do a great job of ushering the audience into their dilemmas and their world of technological advancement conquer inglove.

COUNTDOWN: TIMER is a romantic dramedy that takes on the idea of love, fate and controlled destiny, featuring Emma Caulfield, John Patrick Amedori and Michelle Borth.

Some characters seem more likable than others—Steph, the sister (Michelle Borth, “Tell Me You Love Me”), being one. But it can’t go without note the acting carries with it a hint of annoying dramatic fervor. In fact, that’s my only quip with TIMER: The cutesy idiosyncracies of the film get a little overwhelmed by the seriousness of topic toward the end. The struggle between accepting love as fate versus controlled destiny is enough of a brain-teaser, but adding family drama sends it over the top.

However, after all’s said and done, this Connecticutt Film Festival winner for Best Narrative Feature Film will solicit a better reaction than any J-Lo or Sandra Bullock chick-flick could do. Simply put: The topic at hand has a more interesting stand-alone element to it, meaning it can be carried over in conversation beyond the screen. To me, that’s what makes a movie most appealing: opening dialogue and inspiration to its viewers.TIMER succeeds in both.

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Nitty-Gritty: Three Cucalorus films with bottomless depth

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always look forward to Cucalorus for many of the same reasons as anyone else: personal entertainment; the opportunity to see the artsy, risk-taking films that corporate megaplexes won’t show; support of indie film and filmmakers; the spirit of creativity and community amongst the intimate venues all over town. But certainly not far from the top of that list is the exposure of seldom-heard, oft-ignored stories of the world at large for the greater good.

There are always a number of films, typically documentaries, that will shed some light on the reality of the painted pictures we see on the news—the true stories behind what the media chooses to expose.

Breaking stereotypes and portraying the substance of their characters’ lives, these are the films whose reach will be sure to extend far past the film-festival circuits and onto becoming catalysts for change.

THE rEckoNING Length: 95 minutes Director: Pamela Yates November 14, 4:15pm-6:05pm, Cameron Art Museum In this documentary feature, viewers are propelled deep inside the formative years and inner workings of the International Criminal Court (ICC), established in 2002 as the first permanent court to prosecute perpetrators of crimes against humanity, war crimes, and genocide—no matter how powerful or dangerous these heinous humans prove to be.

The court was born out of the unification of more than 120 countries around the world in response to worldwide, repeated mass atrocities of which criminals go and have gone unpunished by their own respective countries’ governments. Insisting that the innocent ci-

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by: Emily Rea vilians in these unstable environments should not have to suffer due to a lack of action on behalf of their own military and governments, the ICC has taken matter into its own hands in order to provide justice and security.

The Reckoning shadows Prosecutor Luis Moreno Ocampo of the ICC during the early stages of the court and its first cases, documenting three years of research and arrest warrants across four continents. The cases he takes on are against real, genocidal criminals, such as the leaders of the Lord’s Resistance Army in Uganda, the Congolese warlords responsible for mass homicides, the violent Colombian justice system, and Sudan’s President Omar al-Bashir, who is heavily invovled with the mass genocides in Darfur. The film also uncovers the resistance to the ICC itself and its work—including the United States.

With the momentum of a thriller and the eyeopening transparency of the best documentaries, the film expressly renders the challenges of each case as the court strikes out for one mission and one mission alone: global justice.

THE GooD SoLDIEr Length: 79:50 minutes Director: Lexy Lovell and Michael Uys November 14, 1:30pm-3pm Thalian Hall, Black Box November 15, 1-2pm Cameron Art Museum War has been a part of human history since nearly the beginning of time, and yet we still have not found a way to live in peace with one another. “Progression� seems to continually come at the expense of violence, and noble

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SHEDDING LIGHT: Skylight Pictures’ The Reckoning not only details the inner workings of the Interna-

tional Criminal Court (ICC), but it exposes the horrifying life circumstances of some of the world’s most war-torn countries.

men and women the world over are put in harm’s way every day because of it.

The Good Solider takes a critically behind-the-scenes look at what it means to be a soldier, both in the heat of combat and in the transistion back to life at home upon returning from the field. The film chronicles the personal perspectives of veterans from World War II, Vietnam, the Gulf War and Iraq, through chilling, straightforward and sometimes heartbreaking interviews.

Each man began his military career with dignity and pride, honing the distinct skills and instincts of what it takes to be a good soldier—in essence, the ability to kill other human beings. While portraying our soldiers with dignity and respect, it is the reality of war itself that The Good Soldier brings unabashedly to light.

Eventually, through harsh and differring circumstances on the field, the men’s entire outlooks on war and their personal involvement within it begin to change. Upon discovering what really goes on beyond enemy lines and realizing the acts of which their jobs called them to fulfill, they find their own ways out and recall in stark, heart-wrenching detail their experience with the all-consuming emotions of fear, anxiety, guilt and regret once outside military life.

Ultimately, in their own ways, each of these men become veterans for peace, taking a strong stance against the horrors of

what war often entails—collateral damage included.

mISSISSIppI DamNED Length: 120 min. • Director: Tina Mabry November 14, 4-6pm; November 15, 1-3pm Lumina Theater Mississippi Damned is a powerful and realistically portrayed dramatic feature based on a true story about the lives of three poor black kids in rural Mississippi, set in 1986 and 1998. The kind of film that stays with viewers long after the final shot, this one is already the winner of 10 awards among the 2009 filmfestival circuit, and its shocking yet engrossing scenes will be sure to captivate Cucalorus audiences as well.

Following their struggles to escape the suffocating circumstances they were born in, the film’s three main characters come face-to-face with the realities of disloyalty, abandonment, addiction and moral compromise as they grow and mature in a place where they long to be anything other than what their destinies prescribe. The longing to escape a lifestyle that has plagued their families for generations is met head-on by the constant battle to keep their heads above water and survive each day as it comes. Director Tina Mabry fabricates a well-constructed, starkly candid, colloquial tale of an all-too-common rural South.

Shocking, disturbing, yet soaring with heart and the intricacies of what it means to be family, Mississippi Damned takes a deep look into the bondage that results from growing up in a world of physical and sexual abuse, obsession, alcoholism and other destructive compulsions—a world in which there seems to be no way out.

Living the American Dream: Gary Lundgren talks the making of ‘Calvin Marshall’ caLVin MarshaLL Length: 93 min.

Director: Gary Lundgrun Saturday, November 14, 7:15pm-9pm Lumina Theater Sunday, November 15, 10:30am-12:10pm Lumina Theater

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aseball provided me with my first heroes,” Gary Lundgrun told me last week about his Cucalorus feature, Calvin Marshall—a film that takes the American Dream and highlights it amongst America’s favorite sport, baseball. “For some reason [my heroes] weren’t Superman or Batman,” Lundgrun continued. “It was Rod Carew, Tony Gwynn, George Brett, Don Mattingly.” His obsession with the “great hitters” began early in life, fostering a love of baseball forever more.

It’s no wonder Lundgrun turned the spotlight on the sport when the idea for Calvin Marshall came to be. Last week, he spoke with encore about the movie, one that will have its EastCoast premiere on Saturday and Sunday. After the screeners, a Q&A session with Gary Lundgrun, actor Alex Frost and the producer Anne Lundgren will follow. encore: Where did the inspiration start for Calvin Marshall?

Gary Lundgrun: Once upon a time I played col-

by: Shea Carver lege baseball and saw first hand how big the gulf was between high school and college. I watched a lot of players fall by the wayside. So many young players had their entire identities wrapped up in baseball, and it was tragic to see them clean out their lockers and walk away. I still wonder what happened to some of those guys. No doubt some are like the Steve Zahn character: out there somewhere, carrying around bitterness and regret. e: What about the storyline do you hOME run: Calvin Marshall is one of Cucalorus’ think is important? How will it conmost-anticipated features, making its East-Coast prenect with audiences?

GL: It is special to me because the story is re- miere on Saturday and Sunday. ally a metaphor for anyone trying to do something ambitious with their life. I find it inspiring they one in the same? when people go for it. And when things don’t GL: It’s difficult to separate the two perspectives. pan out exactly the way they want, the most re- Watching the movie, now, I really do love the trisilient people find a way to keep dreaming and fecta of Tori, Calvin and Little. Tori is beautiful, reinvent themselves. It’s been satisfying to see sweet and authentic, a good match for someone audiences connect with Calvin’s story. They’re as earnest as Calvin. And Calvin’s a hero—one finding it both funny and inspiring, even though of these magnetic guys who wears his heart on it’s ultimately a film about disappointment. his sleeve and isn’t afraid to look like a fool. I find Coach Little hilarious and so true to life in e: What elements of your main characters draw a Bobby Knight sort of way. I do feel sorry for you in most as a viewer and as a director? Are Little, and hope he comes to grips with who he

The Power of Skin: Three different films enlist the help of human sexuality to propell the plot

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he whole “sex sells” angle will not even be acknowledged in the lead for this article. It is both too obvious and too simple to describe the appeal of the following films. To write them off as nudity-driven thrills would be an insult to the penetrating plots and layered messages of each piece of cinema. Yet the selection is not without its debts to human sexuality.

The pull of sex is always dark, no matter how varied the tint—whether it be a secret affair, anonymous intimacy, or even necrophilia. Each movie explores a different area of man-kinds’ darkest desires and what it can tell us about ourselves, regardless if we want to know.

EasiEr With PracticE Length: 100 min.

Director: Kyle Patrick Alvarez Friday, November 13, 8pm-9:40pm Lumina Theater

by: Lauren Hodges Sunday, November 15, 10am-11:40am City Stage Theater Writer/director Alvarez starts this film by putting his rigid, low-confidence main character, Davy (Brian Geraghty, Jarhead), in the car with his flighty younger brother, Sean. The purpose of the road trip is to promote Davy’s yet-to-be-published novel. As the miles add up and the brothers are forced together in one dingy hotel room after another, their differences begin to clash.

Just when the trip begins to settle in Davy’s mind as a terrible idea, he gets an unexpected call from Nicole—a strange but exciting woman who is looking for phone sex. Davy’s attitude quickly brightens as he forms an attachment to the sexy voice on the line. Eventually, however, his happiness quickly turns to uncertainty as he

decides to meet Nicole, hoping the relationship manifests into something more. Yet, there is a lot more ambiguity ahead as Davy must decode their connection—and a few of his own mysteries—before their conversations can translate face-to-face.

thE squarE Length: 101 min.

Director: Nash Edgerton Thursday, November 12, 7:45pm-9:35pm Lumina Theater The Australian Edgerton brothers have been compared to our Coen counterparts here in America for their ability to turn a simple dramatic twist into a hard-core thriller—goosebumps and all. Married Ray is having an affair with Carla, the much-younger wife of his criminally-inclined neighbor, Greg. When Carla presents Ray with a bag full of cash that she stole from Greg, they see their chance to run away together and be happy. Yet, when Carla convinces Ray to hire an arsonist to torch her house and throw Greg off their scent, an accidental death turns the plan into a hellish twist of lies, revenge and fight-tothe-death survival.

Nash and Joel Edgerton filmed this debut movie in between Nash’s jobs as a Hollywood stuntman for projects like The Matrix trilogy and Superman Returns. Nash directs and Joel stars

is and where he’s at in life. There are no bad people in this story, really.

They are characters I wouldn’t mind knowing in real life; it would be pretty cool to work with Ernie and Fred at the construction site, and playing softball with them once a week. You could do worse!

It was humbling to work with such a talented cast from top to bottom.

They brought these characters to life and made my job easier than I expected. The biggest thrill on set was having the opportunity to collaborate with all of them. e: Why do you think America loves baseball movies so much?

GL: I suppose it’s the American Dream . . .

Whether it’s Bull Durham, Eight Men Out, The Natural or even Major League, they’re all stories that are anchored by dreams. The game has a rich history of stories and characters, so filmmakers have a lot of material to draw from— from beautiful human stories to big scandals.

There actually isn’t a ton of baseball in Calvin Marshall as it serves as more of a backdrop—just wanted to point that out. Baseball fans are responding to the film, but so are non-baseball fans because they’re drawn to the characters and relationships. (along with David Roberts as Ray and Claire van der Boomin as Carla) in this perfectly-noir example of what can go wrong when someone gives into the dangers of seduction.

DansE MacabrE Length: 07:54 min, Director: Pedro Pires Friday, November 13, 10:45pm-12:20am Lumina Theater In Pedro Pires’ disturbingly erotic film, a woman’s dead body lies still and naked in a morgue. Slowly and painfully, as if by an invisible force, the body begins to move in an almost unwanted manner that won’t just send but spill chills down any viewer’s spine. In the dimly-lit room, the woman’s curves flail and arch in an unsettling, ballet-like fashion, making her both beautiful and nauseating in this cinematic experience. As her movements become more and more dramatic, a story begins to unravel as the dance seems to mimic life itself, moving from the awkwardness of childhood to the exuberance of young adulthood, and finally to the suspended fear and chaos of aging.

Translated as “the dance of death,” Danse Macabre is an ancient allegory illustrated to remind humans of the frailty of life and the vanity of their desires. It is the one process that every human, no matter who, must endure.

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Redefining Band:

Bristish punk group the Mekons reinvent and redefine success REVENGE OF THE MEKONS Work-in-Progress Director: Lexy Lovell and Michael Uys November 12, 8:15-9pm, Jengo’s Playhouse

by: Adrian Varnam

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he obscure American author Thomas Pynchon wrote in the liner notes of the even more obscure ‘90s indie rock band, Lotion, these words: “Rock and roll remains one of the last honorable callings, and a working band is a miracle of everyday life.” For filmmaker Joe Angio, perhaps truer words have never been spoken about the band at the center of his newest documentary—a work-in-progress selection of Cucalorus—Revenge of the Mekons.

“One of things that I think intrigues me about the Mekons is how, here’s a band that’s been together for 32 years and counting, and they’ve had the same eight-person nucleus for what? Almost 25 of those years? Maybe even 27, really!” Angio says. “That’s amazing for a band that’s never really been able to live off the money they’ve made as a band.

They’ve been on the margins for 32 years, and it’s fascinating how they’ve sort of crafted their personal lives around being in this band together. It’s more how they’re doing whatever they have to do to make this band work, continually. It’s such a commitment, really.”

As Pynchon might suggest, it’s nothing short of miraculous. British punk-rock pioneers the Mekons helped usher in a new era in rock ‘n’ roll in the late ‘70s before later expanding into American country and roots music, becoming leaders in what eventually would be considered “insurgent” or “alt-country.” Rarely, or

HONORARY MEKON: Filmmaker Joe Angio took on the 32-year-old British punk pioneers, the Mekons, in his latest documentary, Revenge of the Mekons.

perhaps never, has a band reinvented and posited itself at the forefront of such different types of music and, more remarkably, in keeping the same line-up. It’s a true testament to both the individual and collective voices of the band, and a beautiful example of what a dynamic and lively creative entity the Mekons have provided throughout their career.

“It was interesting to see while touring with them how they’ve all sort of settled into these roles within the band,” Angio says, referring

Concert Lovers Unite: Documentary hails indie music festival ALL TOMORROW’S PARTIES Director: Jonathan Caouette Length: 82 min.

November 12, 10:30pm-midnight City Stage

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he only way to truly experience the full magnitude of a music festival, or any concert for that matter, is to be there in person, ingesting every sound, sight, and smell surrounded by other like-minded and enthusiastic concert-goers. Really, no amount of slick footage, high-fidelity sound reproductions, or play-by-play descriptions from those in attendance even come close

by: Adrian Varnam to conveying the accuracy of feeling it. But perhaps the documentary and concert film All Tomorrow’s Parties gets as close as it possibly can.

Released in October 2009, All Tomorrow’s Parties is a “post-punk DYI bricolage” that pieces together footage from over 200 filmmakers, fans, musicians and festival-goers, with major contributions from filmmaker Jonathan Caouette and cinematographer Vincent Moon, to capture the innovative, independent and groundbreaking English alternative music festival of the same name. Without relying on

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to their almost-communal approach to music.

“Because singer Jon [Langford] definitely steps back and doesn’t want to be seen as the ‘leader.’

It’s a really interesting dynamic, which to me stems from the day one of what the Mekons were, which was taking that punk ethos to heart. They seem to say, “Anyone can do this; we’re no different than the audience.’”

But if they truly were no different than their audience, they, perhaps, would not make for a very interesting subject. The fact that the Mekons have remained a band for so long (and believed to be the only band from the first wave of British punk to still be together) is not lost on filmmaker Angio. In truth, it’s one of the mysteries that he explores in Revenge of the Mekons: what keeps them together and how exactly those individual commitments wax and wane to keep the band alive.

“One of the secondary themes of the film really is to show that the Mekons have kind of redefined what being in a band means,” he says.

“Almost all of them are visual artists of some renown or another; you know they all met in art school. And somewhere around the early ‘90s they really started to explore their non-musical side. They did these art shows both collectively as Mekons and also as these sort of strange interesting projects with other artists. All of this sort of culminated in OOOH! (Out Of Our Heads), the album from 2002, which had this big traveling art show that included former Me-

kons. So, I find it really interesting that they’ve found other outlets for being what ‘Mekon’ is, as opposed to just making an album, and touring and all of that relentless grind. I think it’s probably one of the things that helped keep them together and made things fresh for them again, at times, when they were sort of fed up with record labels and wondering what the point was of continuing.”

While Angio says defining exactly what it means to be a “Mekon” remains somewhat ambiguous, what is clear is the honesty, integrity, and commitment provided by each and every person in the band. It isn’t about money, it isn’t about recognition, it isn’t even about a specific manifestation of creativity that they all provide in music. It’s about a collective understanding and respect for themselves and each other, and about giving the world something honest.

“They define success differently than most of us,” Angio says. “I mean, sure, I think they’d all love to be making money from their music. In the film [violinist] Sally Timms presents the idea, and I think it’s really true, that it’s probably the reason that they’ve been able to stay together as long as they have, because they haven’t had as much financial success and everything that goes along with that. They have nothing to fight over. And I think that’s really what’s so appealing about them. It’s what I hope to provide with the film: to show this commitment that they make to the band and what they do in their personal lives to make this happen.”

Catch filmmaker Joe Angio and Mekon Jon Langford for a preliminary work-in-progress screening of Revenge of the Mekons at Jengo’s Playhouse, Thursday, November 12th.

a sole filmmaker’s footage or vision, or having the experience filtered through a single camera lens of subjectivity, All Tomorrow’s Parties is able to see the music as closely and as accurately as possible, from the fans themselves. With footage from a Super 8 camcorder, and even cell-phone video, Caouette and others create a portrait that could be considered a modern cinéma vérité of the festival itself—experiencing the action as closely and as accurately as possible.

The All Tomorrow’s Parties (ATP) music festival was founded by Barry Hogan in 1999 and was created as an alternative to large, corporate events, taking place in more intimate environments in several holiday camps in the English countryside. What makes ATP particularly unique is that each festival is “curated” by a single artist or musician who chooses the lineup for the event by inviting his or her favorite artists to perform. The result is something akin to a live mixed tape, revealing as much about

the curator as it does the bands themselves.

With a reputation as being one of the most exciting alternative and indie festival in existence, ATP has continued to grow and has recently expanded to the United States with several events having been held since 2002.

Together, the All Tomorrow’s Parties documentary and the festival itself provide a perfect marriage—one of innovation, excitement, youthfulness and the refusal to present themselves in traditional ways. It’s an intriguing and collectively contributed film about a musical experience that breaks the rules on how festivals should be organized.

Featuring music and performances by Belle and Sebastian, Grizzly Bear, Sonic Youth, Portishead, Daniel Johnston, Animal Collective, Les Savy Fav, Mogwai, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Iggy and the Stooges and more, All Tomorrow’s Parties is a concert film that music lovers will revel in on this Thursday night, 10:30pm at City Stage.

America, the Town: Funny guys traverse across country to make second feature AMERICATOWN Length: 77 minutes Director: Kenneth Price Friday, November 12, 4:30pm-6pm City Stage

by: Anghus Houvouras

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ilmington’s very own Superkiiids! have been a creative cyclone over the past handful of years. There have produced a comedy album, inspired stage shows and, of course, filmed their first major motion picture, Lightning Salad Moving Picture.

The kids upped the creative ante earlier this year with their second production, Americatown. Much like Lightning Salad, Americatown is a labor of love, created by Kenneth Price, Jonathan Guggenheim and Cory Howard, with the help of local art director Chad Keith, who have a passion for getting their wacky on at every monument, historical site and national relic across our nation.

I had a chance to talk the director, Kenneth Price, about the Work-in-Progress screening at this year’s Cucalorus. encore: So it hasn’t even been a year since the premiere of Lightning Salad. Catch us up on what has happened since the first screening.

Kenneth Price: It’s really hard to believe it was just one year ago that we had Lightning Salad Moving Picture at Cucalorus. We screened the film at six festivals and won Best Narrative Feature Film at the East Carolina Film Festival. We had a blast going up to the Maryland Film Festival in Baltimore in May and going to the Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival in Birmingham back in September. We have the entire film up on www.americatownthemovie. com for free, so hopefully it will reach even more people. e: Creatively speaking, what’s the biggest difference between Americatown and Lightning Salad?

KP: Well, I think the three of us have changed a lot since Lightning Salad, and Americatown reflects those changes. We never wanted to make a Lightning Salad Part 2. In Americatown, characters actually have names, and there are even a few dramatic moments here and there. It feels a little bit more like a “real” movie, but I think we kept just enough of the improvised, fun,

CROSS-COUNTRY HUBBUB: (left to right) Chad Keith and Kenneth Price filmed The Superkiids! during a month-long journey last summer to make Americatown, showing Friday at 4:30pm.

no-budget feel of Lighting Salad.

e: No budget and a much greater scope from what I understand...

KP: We were on the road for 30 days and covered over 9,000 miles [across the states]. We camped and slept on our friend’s floors around the country.

Wilmington film guru Chad Keith came on the trip with us to keep us sane, and I think it really helped having four people on the trip.

My favorite memory from the trip was the day we shot at the White Sands National Park in New Mexico. We wanted to go as a homage to the Boyz II Men video “Water Runs Dry,” but it really was an amazing place that makes you feel like you are on another planet while you’re there.

We wanted to do a film on the road that wasn’t a road-trip movie. So back in Janu-

Made on Motivation:

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roy Carlton has been lending his notable talents to the Wilmington film community since his days in the UNC Wilmington film program. Together with fellow alumnist Marcus Mizelle, the two collaborated on Half-Empty, the story of a corrupt executive desperate to cover up a coke deal, who is eventually driven to frame a fellow employee.

Carlton has been working in the film industry for five years as a technician and is making the transition into a full-fledged filmmaker. Half-Empty makes its world premier at Cucalorus 15, proving to be a prime example of the homegrown projects that evolve from Wilmington’s film community. encore: What should people expect when they sit down to see Half-Empty?

e: Is there a potential for a third film in the series? Can we expect the inevitable trilogy?

KP: I think we all want to do another project next summer. Whatever it ends up being, I think it will be a departure from the previous two films. e: As a filmmaker, where do you see yourself heading next?

KP: Well, being in grad school has given me a lot of time to work on bunch of different stuff.

I don’t think I’ve really found a niche, and I’m not sure I really want to. I’m starting on a documentary about Grammy award-winning hiphop producer 9th Wonder next month, and am planning a trip to Japan in January to do a new-wave styled short about a girl’s journey to see the first sunrise of the year.

Price will do a Q&A following the screening of the WiP film. on; Nate Panning from Hank and Jed Movie Pictures. Our DP, German Valle, and Michael Kuhn who helped me produce and manage my money.

Local filmmaker talks ‘Half-Empty’ HALF-EMPTY Length: 90 minutes Director: Troy Carlton and Marcus Mizelle Friday, November 13, 1pm-2:50pm Lumina Theater

ary we got together for a few weekends, and started bouncing around ideas and came to the premise of what if all the amazing things America has to offer exist in this one, tiny fictional town of 1,000 people. And Americatown was born

e: What was the inspiration behind making the film?

TC: First of all, the script embraced the feeling of getting shitted on and behaving irrationally because you feel like you’re justified in doing so. The inspiration behind the actual shooting process was to shoot our first feature film for no money, and try to make it entertaining and appear professional, too. At the same time, we wanted to have a lot of fun with friends.

e: What’s the most important learned experience you took away from making the film?

TC: The greatest lesson I took away from Half-Empty was how a movie can get made not by money or stars but on drive and pure motivation just to finish. The motivation behind making this film independently was that we all knew that we could sit on this idea for years and wait for some deal to make the movie for a million bucks, but the simple reality is that we could wait our whole lives for that, so once we had a good enough script to shoot (after three years of off-and-on revisions), I had some extra money from a couple of well-paying jobs, so I essentially said, “Fuck it! Let’s shoot a movie with the money I’ve got in my bank account.”

e: Like any independent film, this wasn’t just a one man show....

TC: Right. The other creative forces behind the project were, of course, Marcus [Mizelle], who wrote the original short script, and together we wrote and directed the feature; Jim Mahorney, who we based a character, Sam,

e: What other advice would you offer a first-time filmmaker?

TC: My advice to others: Use the shit out of Craigslist, and make a whole lot of compromises while maintaining some level of integrity—and do not give up if you run out of money.

by: Anghus Houvouras Troy Carlton: To have as good of a time watching it as we did shooting it.

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More Movies Not to Miss: Cucalorus becomes all-accessible in ‘09 for film fans everywhere

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he most difficult aspect of Cucalorus for any viewer is undoubtedly choosing which films to see—if only there was enough time to attend all screenings and premieres! While we certainly can’t go wrong on the matter, between November 11th-15th, Cucalorus will be showing movies that many audiences will recognize and, most definitely, flock to see. Here are two more that encore recommends.

precious Length: 109 min.

Director: Lee Daniels November 13, 4:1pm5-6:15pm, Lumina Theater Based on the novel Push by Sapphire, Precious has been gaining momentum during its first weekend at the box office (last weekend, nonetheless). The press has been raving on it, as it has maintained itself “a vibrant, honest and resoundingly hopeful film about the human capacity to grow and overcome,” according to Cucalorus

by: Emily Rea staff. Despite circumstances that would horrify and set back most people, 16-yearold Claireece “Precious” Jones, played by Gabourey Sidibe, is an African American girl pregnant for the second time by an absent father, and abused emotionally and physically by her mother. The story is set in Harlem in 1987 and tells the remarkable tale of a girl who simply keeps getting up after being kicked while she’s down, fervantly believing in the hope of a good future.

While her grades through ninth grade have been quite satisfactory, she bears an unspeakable secret: Precious can neither read nor write. In the chaos of life, she’s soon threatened with expulsion but offered the opportunity to transfer to an alternative school called, “Each One/Teach One.” With nothing to lose and even an unclear meaning of the word “alternative,” Precious senses

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this may very well be the chance she has been waiting for.

Winner of numerous awards along the 2009 film-festival circuit and in association with Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry—and starring Paula Patton, Lenny Kravitz, Sherri Shepherd, Amina Robinson, Nealla Gordon, Mariah Carey and Mo’Nique—Precious depicts the soaring heart of a girl who “begins a journey that will lead her from darkness, pain and powerlessness to light, love and self-determination.”

God Went surfinG With the devil Length: 84 minutes Director: Alexander Klein November 14th, 1pm-2:30pm City Stage The escalating conflict in Palestine and Israel is nothing new to TV screens in America—yet, we don’t always see the reality of the ther side of the story as told threw their eyes. In this highly acclaimed documentary of true life amongst unimaginable circumstances, one group of men are allowed their voices to be heard.

Over 4,300 Palestinian and 1,000 Is-

raeli lives have been claimed since the year 2000, a situation made much worse in 2006 when Israel, in response to the election of Hamas, sealed off its borders, thus ending the free flow travel and exchange of people and goods. Israel’s civilian population became targeted by Palestinian militants whose reaction to the siege included deadly rocket strikes. Air strikes were countered by the Israeli Army, which were meant for militants but often encompassed the killing of innocent residents.

It was within this backdrop in 2007 that word spread that a small group of young men were all the while surfing in Gaza, sharing the tattered and torn surfboards they had attained before to the siege. Determined to live their lives to the fullest and continue to fulfill their greatest joy— surfing—the men became known across the region.

That same year, as word of the surfers reached north to Israel, a mixed group of Israelis and Americans delivered a dozen boards to their Palestinian counterparts. Another 23 donated surfboards made an attempted deilvery into Gaza in the spring of 2008 by the non-governmental organization Surfing 4 Peace, but by this time, the situation in Gaza was nearly impossible—military activity was occurring daily, and the border was still sealed.

Taking a deep look into the challenges and jeopardies of being a surfer in such a dangerous region, God Went Surfing With the Devil also gives a voice to Israelis, Arab-Israelis and Palestinians affected by the violence, detailing a heoric daily struggle to rise above the conflict that had long become a background to their lives.

In an interview with SURFER magazine, director Alexander Klein says of the film’s title, “It’s actually a quote from Dorian ‘Doc’ Paskowitz who is an 87-year-old surf legend in Israel and one of the co-founders of Surfing 4 Peace. He said, ‘God will surf with the Devil if the waves are good.’ And I thought it was a good metaphor for how surfing can bring people together.”

The screening at Cucalorus 15 will be the premiere of the film; don’t miss it.

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Birthers to the Left: The what-ifs on healthcare, McCain winning and Palin becoming President by: The Cranky Foreigner do Alaska spirit would have taken Sarah Palin all the way to the Oval Office with a wink and a nudge—no doubt in my mind.

What do we know about what President Palin would have done? She was a bit short on detail, but than again, so was that other guy—the Muslim from Kenya. What was his name? What we know is that the First Dude would have taken young Levi Johnson, that pain-in-the-ass, waste-of-skin kid, out behind the White House and thrashed him ‘til he learned some manners.

There isn’t a parent of any teenage girl who wouldn’t applaud that. And we’d have singlepayer health insurance by now.

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rankly, I’m disappointed. We could have been through this whole healthcare hassle if only the left-wing birthers hadn’t been totally asleep at the wheel. It could have been a no-brainer. The fact is that John McCain was born in the main hospital in Panama City.

His father was a naval officer stationed in the Canal Zone (native soil if you really stretch the meaning), but because of medical complications, baby John was not born at the tiny base hospital. He was born in the nation of Panama.

Plain and simple.

So if the left-wing birthers had done their job with the same un-relenting efficiency as the ones on the right, John McCain, an honorable guy, would have done the right thing and stepped down. With all the “too old, can’t even Google” stuff out of the way, that perky, can-

dear encore reader’s part, so let me fill in the gaps on the last one.

First day in the Oval Office, Sarah gets right to work, as she promised, making America zip along just like Alaska. Well, Alaska is by far, the most socialist state: big taxes on Big oil cover most of the funding with enough left over for a fat check for every resident every year. Take from the rich, use it to run Alaska, and give the rest to the poor. Socialism, pure and simple.

So Sarah hauls out the list of the Fortune 500 and says, “Tax ‘em boys, just like back home!” Well, it worked in Alaska because, in exchange for all those taxes, big oil got a lot back—land, roads, whatever. So President

Sarah is in the Oval Office, and in come the Fortune 500 CEOs, complaining as they always do about everything.

“What do you want to make it all OK?” she asks, with that perky little grin that just melts our hears. “A bridge to nowhere? Another war?”

The Ford guy clears his throat. “Fifteen hundred bucks in every car we sell is healthcare for the workers and retired workers and their widows. We can’t compete ‘cause healthcare costs are killing us. That’s why we’re making cars in Canada, across the river from Detroit, ‘cause government picks up the tab.”

“Hmm,” the Prez sez. “There will be some problems from the Democrats on this. Joe Biden’s from a big-insurance state, and he’ll put up a fuss, but if I shoot and field dress a few lobbyists in the Rose Garden, he’ll get the point.”

And that’s how manufacturing jobs came back to America, and President Palin got her face on Mt. Rushmore.

Once upon a time, in a year when Richard Nixon balanced the budget, he proposed a national healthcare plan. Back then, the IRS got about a third of its money from corporate tax. What CEOs were going to get back was handing the healthcare hassle to Feds. Teddy Kennedy lead the charge against it because it wasn’t generous enough to the workers. The point is: Serious health insurance solutions from the Republicans need not be an impossible dream. They’ve tried them in the past and with the leadership Sarah Palin could have offered, we would have been done by now. If only the left-wing birthers had done their jobs.

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LEAD STORY For some consumers, good environmental citizenship is important even when choosing among sex accessories. No longer will they tolerate plastic personal vibrators made with the softeners called phthalates; or body lubricants that contain toxic chemicals typically found in, say, antifreeze; or leather restraints from slaughtered cattle. In an October issue, Time magazine described a market of organic lubricants, biodegradable whips and handcuffs, vegan condoms, and glass or mahogany vibrators (even hand-crankable models, eliminating the need for batteries). Some Catholic Church officials have also embraced the concept to further denounce chemical and latex birth controls, re-characterizing the traditional “rhythm” family planning as the back-to-nature detection of ovulation via body signals.

The Entrepreneurial Spirit The British retailer Debenhams announced in September that it would begin selling men’s briefs whose opening is more accessible from the left side, for left-handers who have been forced for decades to manipulate a right-side opening. Previously, said a Debenhams executive, “(L)eft-handed men have to reach much further into their pants, performing a Z-shaped maneuver through two 180-degree angles before achieving the result that right-handed men perform with ease.”

Troubling Products: (1) Mattel is accepting pre-orders for the April 2010 release of the newest doll in the Barbie/Ken line, the spiffily dressed Palm Beach Sugar Daddy Ken (apparently to be showcased with a much younger, trophy-type Barbie). (2) Even more troubling (but so far only a prototype) is Alex Green’s “Placenta Teddy Bear,” exhibited in London in September and Newcastle, England, in October at the “(re)design” showcase of “sustainable toys” with children’s themes. After the placenta is cured and dried, it is treated with an emulsifier to render it pliable and cut into strips with

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which to stitch Teddy together, thus “unify(ing)” mother and baby.

Animal Weird News CNN, reporting from the London Zoo in August, described the excitement surrounding news that the zoo would soon acquire a 12year-old male gorilla from a preserve in France.

Zoo officials were pleased, but its three older female gorillas were almost ecstatic. Shown posters of “Yeboah,” the male, female “Zaire” “shrieked in delight”; “Effie” wedged the poster into a tree and stared at it; and “Mjukuu” held the photo close to her chest, “then ate it.”

Gay Vulture Tricks: The births of two chicks on the same day at the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo in April was unusual enough but especially noteworthy because of the birds’ lineage. Their fathers were a gay vulture couple about 10 years ago, according to a report in the Israeli daily Haaretz, and zoo caretakers provided them an artificial egg to “incubate” until they could replace the egg with a just-hatched vulture, as if the male-male couple had birthed it. In “an insane coincidence,” said a zoo official, the two males eventually separated and paired with females, and those females hatched eggs on the same day last April. Two weeks ago, according to Haaretz, the two chicks achieved independence on the same day and were moved to the zoo’s aviary.

Among the species discovered recently in Papua New Guinea were tiny bear-like creatures, frogs with fangs, fish that grunt, kangaroos that live in trees, and what is probably the world’s largest rat (with no fear of humans). Scientists from Britain, the United States and Papua New Guinea announced the findings in September, among more than 40 new species from a jungle habitat a half-mile deep inside the centuries-dormant Mount Bosavi volcano crater.

Leading Economic Indicators People With Too Much Money: A young, media-shy Chinese woman, identified only as “Mrs. Wang” and photographed in jeans, a Tshirt and baseball cap, purchased an 18-monthold Tibetan mastiff in September for a reported 4 million yuan (about $585,000). She ordered a motorcade of 30 luxury cars to meet her and the dog on their arrival in Xi’an, in Shaanxi province. The price is almost four times the previous reported high for the purchase of a dog (a cloned Labrador, by a Florida family).

Circular Reasoning: Surprisingly, the recession otherwise felt in the Phoenix area this year has largely spared one “profession”: psychics.

An October Arizona Republic report found that while longtime clients tended to reduce their use of astrology and related fields, their business was replaced by a new class of customers desperate to know the future—those facing financial ruin because of bad home mortgages.

(Few, wrote the reporter, seemed to sense the

irony of purchasing questionable psychic services to overcome the consequences of questionable mortgage decisions.)

Hyperactive Seniors Not Too Old to Do Her Own Hit: Elsa Seman, 71, was shot and killed in North Versailles, Pa., in September, when she was mistaken for a prowler. According to police Seman had gone to the home of her ex-boyfriend at night and, dressed in black, commando-style, was lying in his yard with a pistol, intending to kill him. A neighbor called in to report a prowler, and a cop arriving at the scene fatally shot Seman.

Not Too Sickly for a Career in Bank Robbery: Police in Southern California know what the man looks like (from surveillance video) but have not yet apprehended the well-dressed, 70ish man who has robbed four banks since August, with the latest being a Bank of America in Rancho Santa Fe in October. The man has shown special dexterity to pull off the robberies, since he is on oxygen and has to carry around his own tank.

Fine Points of British Law (1) A September inquest into the 2007 suicide of a 26-year-old woman found that doctors at Norfolk and Norwich Hospital could have saved her, but that because she had executed a living will ordering no treatment, they rebuffed the pleas of family members to treat her because, they said, they feared the woman would sue them if she recovered. (2) An employment judge ruled in September that Tim Nicholson could use the “religion” claim for employment discrimination to sue the firm Grainger PLC, in Newcastle, even though the disputes he had with management were ostensibly just political—about his fear of global climate change.

Judge David Sneath said he found Nicholson’s ecology convictions so sincere and all-encompassing, they amounted to religious beliefs.

Recurring Themes Drug-Runners Who Needed to Keep a Lower Profile: (1) Michael Dennis, 22, of Mahoning Township, Pa., dared to speed in May, police said, even though he had 100 packets of heroin in the back seat. (2) Mark Smith of Winslow, Ariz., dared to run a stop sign in Philadelphia in September, police said, even though he was carrying 11 pounds of heroin in the back of his SUV. (3) The driver of an 18wheeler dared to make an illegal lane change on Interstate 15 in Riverside County, Calif., in August, deputies said, even though he was hauling 14 tons of marijuana. All were arrested, and all drugs seized.

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ack in 1989 the knowledge and research about Alzheimer’s disease was much less than what we know today—but it did not change the fact that so many families were devastated by its slow, consuming grasp. That year national corporation Genworth Financial saw the great and obvious need to raise awareness and funds for The Alzheimer’s Association—the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research, dedicated to eliminating the disease for good—by founding what is still known today as the Memory Walk.

Twenty years and $200 plus million later, the Memory Walk is now the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s education, care and support programs. Hundreds of communities all across the country hold this inspiring event on an annual basis. They call on volunteers of all ages to become champions in the fight against Alzheimer’s, including those living with the disease, families, caregivers, and corporate and community leaders.

The Eastern North Carolina Chapter of The Alzheimer’s Association is no exception, serving 51 of the 100 counties in our state, in which over 150,000 people have Alzheimer’s—a number that is expected to quadruple by the year 2025.

“Many years ago, when we had a local Alzheimer’s office, there was a walk at Wrightsville Beach,” Jennifer Langley, co-organizer of this year’s Wilmington Memory Walk, says.

“Until last year there had not been a walk in Wilmington for over five years. This is our second year organizing the walk.”

Working together with Chelsea Harrison Oldhouser, the two women raised about $10,000 last year when they brought back the walk to the Port City. This year they expect to see thousands of people across eastern North Carolina participating in the event to raise awareness and funds to fight against Alzheimer’s. They are each personally connected to the disease, a fact that ignites their passion to take action.

Oldhouser’s grandmother and grandfather-in-law have Alzheimer’s, and Langley’s mother passed away two years ago while battling the disease. “[It] is much more prevalent than people are aware of,” Langley asserts. “Someone develops Alzheimer’s every 70 seconds, and today there are as many as 5.3 million people in the U.S. living with Alzheimer’s.

This includes 5.1 million people age 65 and over, and 200,000 people under age 65 with [early]-onset Alzheimer’s disease.

“By 2010 there will be nearly a half million new cases of Alzheimer’s each year, and by 2050 there will be nearly a million new cases annually.” The statistics alone show that any

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Wilmington Memory Walk to benefit The Alzheimer’s Association, Eastern North Carolina Chapter Hugh MacRae Park, 314 Pine Grove Drive November 14th • registration, 8-10am; walk begins at 10:30 Chelsea Oldhouser: (910) 520-5200,

of us or someone we know will be affected

by Alzheimer’s disease in our lifetime—and, to date, there is still no cure.

“I started helping [organize the walk] because this is something I am very passionate about,” Langley says. “I want to help keep other families from going through what we went through with my mother. When you volunteer your time for an event like this, you begin to realize the impact this disease has on the world around you. People freely share their stories of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, and you find a common bond with them.”

Even beyond the horrifying physical detriments of the disease and the emotional toil it takes on victims and their loved ones, Alzheimer’s and dementia triple healthcare costs for Americans age 65 and older; it is the seventh-leading cause of death; and the direct and indirect costs of Alzheimer’s and other dementias to Medicare, Medicaid and businesses amount to more than $148 billion each year. It is for all these reasons that support of such events as the Memory Walk are of utmost importance. Its second-annual occurrence in Wilmington will hopefully be the spark of greater advocacy to come.

“We are a growing walk so in most ways the walk will be the same [as last year],” Langley comments. “We are trying to grow a little each year, but this is a work in progress. Last year we had approximately 100 walkers and close to $10,000 donated; this year we have over 150 walkers pre-registered and over $13,000 already donated.”

The total length of the walk is 1.55 miles; however, this year there will be a shorter option of about a quarter mile for those who would like to participate at a shorter distance.

“We are hoping that adding this shorter alternative will encourage people to bring out

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older and younger family members, or some residents of our local assisted living facilities and nursing homes,” Langley explains.

Pets are allowed at the walk; however, in order to follow all New Hanover County and Wilmington City regulations, they must be up to date on all vaccinations. Owners are to be responsible for their pets at all times and are also responsible for cleaning up after them.

Waste bags will be provded if anyone forgets theirs at home.

Krispy Kreme will be providing breakfast for all the walkers, and there will be prizes awarded to the top fund-raisers. Several prizes from local businesses will be raffled off with tickets sold at just $1 each. There is no fee to register, but those who raise at least $50 in donations will receive a 2009 Memory Walk T-shirt.

Registration for the walk as well as secure online donations can be made at www.alznc. org. Participants can also sign up the day of the walk at Hugh MacRae Park. To request a brochure through the mail, contact Chelsea Harrison Oldhouser at (910) 520-5200 or Wilmingtonalzwalk@yahoo.com.

Anyone interested in supporting or becoming involved with the Alzheimer’s Association Eastern North Carolina Chapter can contact the chapter at www.alz.org/nc/ or 1 (800) 2288738. Help is always needed for individuals to donate a variety of skills, from writing letters to officials, to attending and/or supporting local support groups and senior centers.

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ittle Women,” the play, is adapted from the semi-autobiographical novel by Louisa May Alcott. The novel was published in 1868, and the play,

by Marian de Forest, premiered on Broadway in 1912, so the language, culture and customs were not significantly different from the original work. Alcott had already published several books, when her publisher, Thomas Niles, requested “a girls’ story.” Since she grew up with three sisters, the material was readily accessible, and the instantly successful novel was written in about two and a half months.

Little Women is frequently considered juvenile literature and largely ignored by the entire male population, but, because of the enduring, universal themes and enlightened philosophical ideals, many critics consider it

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Little Women

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Because of financial necessity, the four Alcott daughters all worked at various jobs to supplement the family income. Little Women is a scrubbed clean, romantic fairy tale of Alcott’s life. The sisters in the novel have jobs to stave off poverty, but the joy they inspire in each other significantly diminishes any hardship. Inspired by an ideal rolemodel mother, each character is well-educated, generous, happy and loving. There is very little dissatisfaction or mundane sibling rivalry, but the story escapes cloying sweetness and silly sentimentality because of the distinct individuality of each character.

Jo, who is obviously based on Louisa May Alcott, is the most fiercely independent and, like Alcott, leaves her home to pursue a writing career. Veteran-actor Pamela Redford really wanted to play Jo, who is everyone’s favorite character because of her irrepressible spirit.

She told producer Tom Briggs that the role would be “a dream opportunity,” and his response was, “Then you’d better grow a set.”

Apparently, she did.

“Pamela did a lot of advance work and it showed,” Laurene Perry, director of Thalian Association’s production of “Little Women,” commented.

A number of the principle actors are from UNCW, including Zach Pappas who plays

Laurie/Teddy. He is a theater major and has acted in the university productions, but this is his first experience with what he calls “adult theater,” which he thinks is “much more realistic.”

According to Perry, “The play is different from the book and the movies, but the spirit of Little Women is all there.” She is hoping that “the memory of how wonderful the book is will come flooding back.”

Though this is not a musical production, Perry has “done a lot of work with music for the show. Between scenes, the music becomes the time lapse to let the audience know there’s been a time change.” She has also incorporated music to underscore some of the scenes.

The play is obviously perfect for a girls’ night out, but men should not arbitrarily dismiss it. Of the 12 cast members, five are men, and the original novel remains an important work because of its historic, philosophical and cultural significance. It is not a story about “tiny women,” which is what Pappas thought when he heard about the production.

“Little Women” is a story about human beings whose hearts are large enough to overcome adversity and whose courage is great enough to embrace nonconformity. Most astonishing of all is that joy and optimism consistently triumph over deprivation and defeat. “Little Women” is comfort fore for the soul.

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It’s Playtime (Again)!: CAM’s “Toy Crazy” exhibit has a sequel with a homemade twist

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n October of last year, Cameron Art Museum (CAM) celebrated Halloween by dressing up like FAO Schwartz. Its walls and halls were filled with toys from childhoods past, including classic favorites like Star Wars, G.I. Joe and Transformers, along with some foreign delights like Japanese vinyl and plush toys. The show was an irreverent hit among locals and visitors alike, bringing thousands through the doors to browse through the galleria’s cases and dream of simpler times. For the 2009 winter season, the CAM staff will be pleasing the crowds with another toy-go-round—but this time with a brand-new theme.

“Last year’s ‘Toy Crazy’ exhibition was such a success that we thought it would be fun to do a slightly different take on the same theme this year by focusing on toys designed by artists,” Ashley Standera, a curatorial associate at the museum, says.

“Last year, the exhibition focused mostly on mass-produced vintage toys whereas ‘Toying with Art’ features all unique, handmade

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Toying with Art Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St. opening reception: November 12th, members: 6pm, public: 7pm through March 28th, 2010 (910) 395-5999; cameronartmuseum.com toys designed and fabricated by artists.”

Earlier this year, a call for creations was sent out to the art community, inviting them to participate in the handmade twist on Cameron’s toy-themed show. The reaction was overwhelming, Standera says. “We have had a great response from artists around the country and even a couple of international artists,” she reveals. “But many of the participating artists are local favorites.”

The familiar names include CAM’s own resident clay master, Hiroshi Sueyoshi, who

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teaches in the clay studio housed in the museum’s on-campus Pancoe Art Education Center. Normally, clay wouldn’t be the ideal medium with which something is meant to be played, but Sueyoshi’s creative mind figured out a way.

“Some artists, like Mr. Sueyoshi, had to figure out how to use their own style in a new way to create a toy,” Standera says.

“Clay does not lend itself to toys quite as easily, but he came up with a great idea that blends his style nicely with the theme.”

More recognizable names appear on the roster, like Dave Hervey and Mike Slobot.

Standera expected their contributions before the call for artists was even announced.

“Some of these artists already had an interest in making toys,” she says. “For example, Mike has been creating his Slobots for several years, so this exhibition was a natural fit for him. Dave Hervey was also already working in the toy theme. He has been making puppets of various pop-culture characters, such as Jimi Hendrix, Mr. T. and Bob Marley.”

What really makes the exhibit special, just like its predecessor, is the endless diversity of the toy world that promises a smorgasboard of imagination. “All of the toys are great and I think the best part of the exhibition is its variety,” Standera says.

“We have everything from robots, to dolls, to action figures, to plush toys, to games and puzzles. Some of the pieces were made this year specifically for this exhibition, and others are older and were made for various other purposes.”

Another emerging trend is the ever-growing sustainability cause, which has gone viral among the art community. To the staff’s delight, it made several appearances in the submissions for Toying With Art. “Several artists have used found and recycled materials which helps give their toys unique personalities—something you cannot find as easily in a mass-produced toy,” Standera observes. “I like the creative use of materials in many of the toys.”

As she and her colleagues work tirelessly to set up the exhibit this week, they are hoping for a turnout similar to last year’s. “The special kids’ opening alone had about 300 people show up,” she says. “This exhibition is fun because there is something here for everyone.

There are some toys that are definitely geared more toward children and some that are geared toward adults. I think it is always nice to have a variety so that a whole family can come out and enjoy the exhibition together.”

years in downtown Wilmington, is located at 216 North Front Street. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11 until 5:30 or by appointment.

Enjoy the diverse selection of fine art and contemporary craft by regional and nationally recognized artists, with changing exhibitions throughout the year.

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Housed in an old gas station, we offer resident artists working in studios alongside a gallery space used to exhibit other artists work.

We hope to connect artists with each other and offer many styles of work to fuel the public’s interest.

Currently, Artfuel, Inc. will showcase Volume 22, a graffiti extravaganza, featuring Stevie Mack, Kid Mike, Mathew Curran, Camden Noir and Eye Dee. Live tagging will be done throughout the evening on a wall built specially for the event. All are welcome.

Crescent Moon

332 Nutt St, The Cotton Exchange (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm; Sun., 12-4pm www.crescentmoonnc.com Keeping it local…Crescent Moon has partnered with Old Growth Riverwood on Castle Hayne Road to supply hand-made shelving crafted from reclaimed wood from The Cape Fear River for our new display area in the gift gallery. The new display area will be primarily dedicated to the promotion of local glass and metal artists at Crescent Moon. We now have ten local glass artists associated with us.

Old Growth Riverwood reclaims lost pieces of history and transforms them into unique and beautiful wood products for home or business. Old Growth Riverwood is committed to being environmentally responsible and does not cut down any living trees to produce their products. This project partnership speaks to a mutual philosophy, of buying and using hand-made and environmentally conscience work when possible.

One reason we love our location within The Cotton Exchange is the reuse of the wonderful historic buildings that have been so much a part of the downtown area. Hours: Monday- Saturday 10am-5:30pm and Sundays 12pm-4pm. Crescent Moon is located in The Cotton Exchange where parking is FREE while shopping or dining. Follow us on twitter as CrescentMoonNC or become a fan on our Facebook page!

FastFrame Gallery

1319 Military Cutoff Rd. Landfall Center (910) 256-1105 Mon.-Fri.., 10am-6pm • Sat., 10am-4pm www.fastframeofwilmington.com FASTFRAME Gallery is pleased to present the Second Annual Fill the Cupboard Art Show: “Ordinary View, Extraordinary Vision,” November 13 through December 31, featuring Terry Rosenfelder’s sophisticated oils, M. Matteson Smith’s unique paper sculptures, and Sara Westermark’s original jewelry designs. Again

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this year, FASTFRAME cheerfully encourages and will be delighted to accept food and financial contributions to help several of our local food banks. Come meet the artists at the Opening Reception on Friday, November 13, from 5:00 until 7:30 p.m., with wine tasting by WineStyles and appetizers by The Sandwich Pail.

Hampstead Art Gallery

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

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

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

Affordable prices on prints and originals. Local artists with various styles and taste are just excited about having the opportunity to share their work with all art lovers. Our artists offer different sizes from what we have on display and low rates on commissioned work. Christmas is very close, and a family portrait would be a great gift.

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

New Elements Gallery

216 N. Front St. • (919) 343-8997 Tues-Sat: 11am-5:30pm or by appointment www.newelementsgallery.com “Front and Center” will remain on exhibit through November 21st. The show will feature a collection of the gallery’s artists, including Betty Brown, Todd Carignan, Janet Triplett, Michael Van Hout and Owen Wexler.

New Elements Gallery, now celebrating 24

511 1/2 Castle Street (910) 251-8886 Tues.-Sat. 11am-5pm (Winter: closed Monday) www.pattersonbehn.com pattersonbehn picture framing & design has added an art gallery to their space, featuring several local artists. Currently on display are works by Bob Bryden, Michelle Connolly, Karen Paden Crouch, Virginia Wright-Frierson and Pam Toll. The gallery offers a large selection of works on paper in numerous media. In addition there are many different gift ideas, such as hand-gilded table-top frames and oneof-a-kind keepsake boxes. The gallery offers something for everybody.

Sunset River Marketplace

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179).

(910) 575-5999 Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm (Winter hours: closed Monday) www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com myspace.comsunsetrivermarketplace This eclectic, spacious gallery, located in the historic fishing village of Calabash, N.C., features fine arts and crafts by some of North and South Carolina’s most creative, successful artists.

Almost every genre is represented here—oil, pastel and watercolor, clay and glass art, fiber art, turned wood, metal works, artisan-crafted jewelry and more. Classes, workshops, pottery studio,

custom framing, Creative Exchange lecture series and Coffee With the Author series are also offered on-site.

Back by popular demand, Kaboo Jewelry designers are bringing hundreds of newly designed pieces to Sunset River Marketplace in Calabash, N.C. for a two-day-only trunk sale, just in time for the holidays. Bubbly & Baubles, as the event has been dubbed, is set to take place on Friday, Nov. 6, and Saturday, Nov. 7, during regular gallery hours, 10am-5pm. Champagne and sweets will be served along with gourmet coffee, tea and other tasty treats.

Wilmington Art Association Gallery

616B Castle St. (910) 343-4370 www.wilmington-art.org Bob Gera’s show, “Nocturn Collection” runs till November 25th. His show of black and white watercolors has an expressionist style and the subject matter is always intriguing and emotional. His watercolors are very sensuous, “luminous” and they are extremely moving compositions. Betty Brown is our Special Event and her show, “People and Places” runs till the 25th as well. Betty has studied and painted in some remarkable places over the years. Her show features outstanding and accomplished works in watercolor and oils depicting several of these places.

Call for artists: for the WAA 28th Annual Spring Show at the Azalea Festival. Go to our website for details and a prospectus. Select your best work to enter and/or get painting now for this important area exhibition of the best artists in the Cape Fear.

Workshop opportunity not to be missed!

Brenda Behr’s watercolor workshop called “Loose and Juicy” Sign up now for Sat. January 22nd from 9 to 3pm. Call Betty Brown at 763-9459 or Kay Ballard 452-1987 for details and to sign up.

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The Old in the Young: Rock and blues band Gypsy Fire channels ‘70s rock

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band that belongs in the 1970s but is playing today... that was all I could think of when interviewing the innately remarkable members of the Gypsy Fire. Everything about then made me feel as if I was backtracking through the stages of rock ‘n’ roll history, from their untamed curly hair, to the rough, mystic drawls of their voices, to the Led-Zeppelin garb, and the fact that it was impossible for anything to come out of any of their mouths that was not deeply and completely profound.

They are a band that is different from any other local band I have ever heard or seen in Wilmington—and it isn’t just because they are young.

This rock-‘n’-roll-and-blues outfit has been a year-and-a-half in the making, made up of a surprising array of members including twins Zach (guitar) and Quinn Tooman (bass), Andrew Stark (drums), and Aaron Moore (vocals and guitar). Zach, Quinn and Andrew are students at UNCW; Aaron was their English professor and is cur-

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GF: [laughing] Bartenders.

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rently still teaching at the university. It isn’t every day that students can say they rock out with their English professor.

I got the opportunity to hear from them about their music in their own words, and here is how the conversation went down. encore: What makes Gypsy Fire different from any other band in town?

Gypsy Fire: We are unique because we are not unique—there is tradition [to our music]. We don’t put any energy into being different, but I suppose we are inherently that. We stopped trying to play the songs a long time ago.

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e: You guys mostly play songs of rock ‘n’ roll artists, especially Led Zeppelin. How are you not simply “redoing” the songs?

GF: We are playing the Gypsy-Fire version of their songs, which is what blues is all about. It’s not a cover band; it’s not plagiarism. Every song and show will be different every night, just the song titles and the lyrics are the same. e: How often do you guys rehearse?

GF: [Amongst laughing] We don’t; there is a great deal of improvisation that goes on.

We play the structure of the song, but we don’t play it in the same way. When you feed off of each other’s energy—if you are

e: How does your genre of music, in your opinion, differ from any other type of music?

GF: It’s the most emotive; you put more energy and emotions [into it] than you do into any other [genre]. It’s the tradition of the player, and it allows each person to play passionately. Like how rap music is more descriptive, and pop is celebratory, this is designed to get your emotions into another emotion.

While their fire for classic rock ‘n’ roll is undeniable, it is the blues and jazz of their music that will set audiences’ souls on fire.

Yes, they indeed are a young band playing the timeless pieces of the early 1970s, as Andrew said, “Getting the brushstrokes of the portrait—that is Gypsy Fire.”

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An Accidental Fit:

Marionette incorporates film for Soapbox performance

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hen Marionette first booked Soapbox for November 14th, the band had no prior knowledge of Wilmington’s Cucalorus Film Festival. This celebration of international cinematography has been catering to the area’s film fans for 15 years, receiving praise for being “One of the Top 25 Film Festivals.� according to Movie Maker Magazine. But why should this truly matter to the five members of Marionette, all of whom hail from Richmond, Virginia? Unbeknownst to Adam Rose, his band’s performance will fit in perfectly with Cucalorus.

In a phone conversation with the guitarist/ bassist, he revealed his surprise that the film festival will be taking place during their trip to Wilmington. The brother of Kevin Cornell, drums and lead vocals, is a video artist. He uses public domain images from the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s to create stories and narratives that go along with their music. At every concert, they roll the videos behind them, featuring images of people, animals and optical illusions, forming a visual and audio experience that most other bands don’t offer. “It’s cool to have the videos be even more the focus, because of Cucalorus, than they normally are when we play,� Rose sounded off.

In addition to the videos, Marionette’s music is innovative for another reason. Nowadays it isn’t enough for a band to just have a guitar, bass and drums. No, these days bands have to get creative. They’re vying for the valuable time of consumers, ones who move at the speed of light through their days, weeks and months. There has to be something original and unique about a band in order for it to grab the attention of today’s listeners. Marionette may have found a way into the hearts of the critics.

While Marshall O’Leary, Kerri Helsley and Brian Cruse collectively contribute keys, guitar, bass and vocals, the entire outfit puts a fresh spin on the rock music scene by integrating not-so-common instruments: “accordion, melodica, bells, hubcaps, tons of vintage gear (like old guitar amps, an ancient drum machine called the ‘rhythm ace,’ which is really anything but), some of it charmingly half-working,� Rose shared. “Recently, live, we have incorporated a minimal amount of laptop and synth sounds, and weird noise boxes that make guitars bleep, burp and otherwise explode.

Sometimes when we play in [Richmond], friends sit in on songs, [playing] musical saw, horns, pedal steel guitar [and] cello.�

Marionette did recording work most recently. In fact, their new album, Facing

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nonetheless—to Rose’s New York City influence, “where great songwriters and avantgarde noise and jazz regularly mixed.� It wasn’t until 2007 when Helsley joined with a voice and creativity that proved “a breath of fresh air,� according to Rose, in addition to their newest bass player, Brian. “We draw on a lot of the off-shoots of the rock and roll movement,� Rose continued. “We equally admire the great songwriters

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You (independent), will be released just after the Soapbox performance. Experimentation didn’t stop once they entered the studio, though. “We mixed studio, home and field recordings to add to the arrangements,� Rose said. “Train whistles, amps blowing up, horn sections, string sections—we went beyond our initial thinking of not doing anything that we couldn’t pull off live. So, once you throw that out the window, all bets are off.�

With a one-of-a-kind sound at their helm, thanks to such random tools, Marionette’s comparability to Coldplay isn’t far off. Cornell’s voice sounds much like Chris Martin’s.

Keeping the band true to its methods and away from hasty comparisons, though, there is the haunting beauty of Helsley’s soprano voix. Together, each works as an echo of the other, reinforcing Marionette’s style.

And it comes as no surprise the band’s eclectic sounds are born of as varied musical backgrounds. From O’Leary’s experience as a jazz tenor player, to Cornell’s love for jazz drumming—mixed with adoration for the Beach Boys and ‘60s British psychedelia,

of the last 40 years and the more abstract noise acts across rock, psych, jazz, folk, altcountry, shoegaze, punk, whatever.�

All of the members come together to shape a group that values each other, through all of the trials and tribulations. “Facing You has been a journey for sure,�

Rose elaborated. “It took about a year to go from recording to having the album in our hands. The time it took was a function of both life getting in the way and the evolution of the vision of what the album should sound like.�

Having “grown into a family over the last year or so, keeping pretty close quarters and sharing responsibility for the literally thousands of decisions that are made along the way,� the band hasn’t been without its own set of challenges. “The tension either brings you together or kills you,�

Rose quipped. “And at times we weren’t sure which way we might be heading.�

As it stands now: in the right direction.

Marionette is staying in the moment by trying to keep the spotlight on Facing You, which they plan on self-releasing and distributing. Fans can take part in their independent fervor by attending the show this Saturday.

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soundboard WEDNESDAY, NovEmbEr 11 KaraOKe with DJ BiKer rOB —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 pianO shOw —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 DJ Big Kahuna —Club Vida, 105 Wetsig Road; 791-9955 eric anD carey B. —El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255 DJ —Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club, 103 North Lake Park Blvd.; 599-3366 KaraOKe with BOB claytOn —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 DJ Jeph caulter —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St. Open Mic night with gary allen —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888

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guitariSt perry Smith —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 tom rhoDeS —Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St.; 251-1935 KaraoKe —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 KaraoKe Kong —Orton Pool Room, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878 obJect —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

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—Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 DJ —Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club, 103 North Lake Park Blvd.; 599-3366 live muSic, DJ —The Sandbar, 417 S. College Rd.; 791-6080 hip-hop DJ —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 melvin anD Sayer —Romanelli’s, Leland; 383-1885 DJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 marK DaFFer —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 tom noonan, Jane houSeal —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 latino night with DJ —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St. KaraoKe with bob clayton —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 DJ rico —Club Vida, 105 Wetsig Road; 791-9955 piano Show —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846

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djBe eXTReMe KARAOKe —Café Basil, 6309 Market Street; 791-9335 KARAOKe wiTh BOB ClAyTOn —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 dj TiMe —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 dj —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 dj lAlO —Club Vida, 105 Wetsig Road; 791-9955 live MusiC —Port City Pub, 121 Grace St.; 251-3791 jOn sennA —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 AsyluM; FRingAlORus —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 sOund dOg —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040 The FusTiCs —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838

BATTle FOR The BeATs 2 —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 MARiOneTTe, dylAn gilBeRT —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Ten dOllAR ThRill —Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St.; 251-1935 heAdwAy ReuniOn shOw —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 dj —Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club, 103 North Lake Park Blvd.; 599-3366 live MusiC —Harbor Masters, 315 Canal Dr., Carolina Beach; 458-28200 live MusiC —The Sandbar, 417 S. College Rd.; 791-6080 live jAzz wiTh Benny hill, dj sTReTCh —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 8153301 dj —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776

sCOTT CARTeR And The eAsTBOund 40 BAnd —Kefi, 2012 Eastwood Road; 256-3558

sunday, nOVEMBER 15 ReggAeTOn sundAys —Club Vida, 105 Wetsig Road; 791-9955 Benny hill jAM —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 ClAssy KARAOKe wiTh MAndy ClAyTOn —The Toolbox, 2325 Burnette Blvd.; 343-6988 dj Big KAhunA —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 djBe eXTReMe KARAOKe —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 dj P MOney —Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 l shAPe lOT —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 FluTisT niKKi wisniOwsKi —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 sundAy nighT FeveR —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 BeACh MusiC PARTy —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 gAlen On guiTAR (BRunCh)

—Courtyard Marriott, 100 Charlotte Ave., Carolina Beach; (800) 321-2211 dj sensATiOn dAle sAundeRs —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 dj Big KAhunA —The Sandbar, 417 S. College Rd.; 791-6080 dj —Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club, 103 North Lake Park Blvd.; 599-3366 FRingAlORus —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

MOnday, nOVEMBER 16 dj RiChTeRMeisTeR —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 KARAOKe —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 dj —Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club, 103 North Lake Park Blvd.; 599-3366 OPen MiC wiTh vivA —El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255

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tuEsday, nOVEMBER 17 RAdiO hAyes And eChOPOinT21 —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 dj TiMe —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 KARAOKe KOng —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 KARAOKe wiTh BOB ClAyTOn —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 ROB ROnneR —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 100 S. Front St. Downtown 251-1832

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Show Stoppers: Concerts around the region HOUSE OF BLUES 4640 HWy 17 S., Myrtle BeacH, Sc 843-272-3000 11/14: Train, Uncle Kracker; Blues-A-Palooza: Damona Waits 11/15: A.F.I., Gallows CAT’S CRADLE 300 e. Main St., carrBoro 919-967-9053 11/11: Lotus, Big Gigantic 11/12: Simplified 11/13: Minus The Bear, Twin Tigers 11/14: Dan Auerbach, Justin Townes Earle, Jessica Lea Mayfield 11/15: Langhorne Slim, Dawes

11/16: Mumiy Troll, Old 86 11/17: Pretty Lights, Gramatik 11/18: MC Chris, Whole Wheat Bread, I Fight Dragons AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 SoutH tryon St., cHarlotte • 704-377-6874 11/13: Hatebreed, Unearth, Cannibal Corpse, Hate Eternal, Born of Osiris 11/14: Zoso, Blanco Diablo CAROLINA THEATRE 309 W. Morgan St., DurHaM 919-560-3030 11/15: Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle

—Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 open Mic nigHt WitH gary allen —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 2511888 DJBe extreMe KaraoKe —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BiltMore avenue, aSHeville 828-225-5851 11/11: Peaches, MEN 11/12: Steve Kimock Crazy Engine feat.Melvin Seals, John Kimock, Trevor Exter 11/14: Lotus, Big Gigantic 11/15: Matisyahu, Trevor Hall 11/16: Dan Auerbach (right), Justin Townes Earle, Jessica Lea Mayfield 11/17: Mission Children’s Hospital benefit feat. Jason Michael Carroll, Jessica Harp, Bucky Covington, Justin Moore, Luke Bryan 11/18: Deadmau5, Burns LINCOLN THEATRE 126 e. caBarruS St., raleigH 919-821-4111 11/11: Chris Knight

Rd.; 256-3838 tHe WorD alive, eMBracing gooDBye, treaSon at Sea, all lineS parallel —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

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The Cost of Eating Well: Chef Alexis Fouros teaches that great food doesn’t require great sacrifice

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couple of weeks ago I had the distinct by: Zach McKeown pleasure to meet Greek chef Alexis Fouros to talk about the ongoing cooking classes he teaches every Wednesday at co. The matter of whether or not the chef met the Poplar Grove Farmers Market. During his lofty $30 goal, however, is seated firmly the interview we covered a lot of ground between yes and no.

Technically speaking, Chef Fouros proved outside of his cooking classes, including the practicality of organic foods and shopping lo- handily that he could, mathematically, meet cally for the casual consumer. It should come his self-imposed challenge without using speas no surprise that there is a substantial dif- cial deals only available to himself. Practically ference in flavor and overall quality between speaking, however, it doesn’t seem possible organically grown produce and Walmart bar- to spend an even $30 for all of the ingredients gain bin, chemically infused fare, but I found required to prepare the menu that the chef it difficult to reconcile the significant price created for the purpose of our exercise.

In the eyes of Chef Fouros, there are two difference between organic, free-roaming chicken and mutated, growth hormone-fla- vital parts to finding deals and eating well vored chicken-ish. When I pointed this out to for less. The first is in knowing how to shop.

Knowledge and flexibility are absolutely esthe chef, he laughed.

“Let me tell you something, Zach,” he sential to not only find deals but to know began. Without hesitation Chef Fouros im- where to look for them. For instance, on a mediately dismissed my price concerns and local level, produce is almost entirely availstated with the utmost confidence that he able based on the season. Strawberries will could put together any meal using locally be cheaper during the summer season when grown, organic produce at the same cost—if they grow much more easily than during the not cheaper!—than any chain supermarkets. winter. It may be possible to find strawberries I was shocked. Moments later the chef fur- during the winter season, but they will cost thered his claim by stating that not only could much, much more due to the difficulty of rearhe shop cheaper in general, but he could ing them during the off season. This applies feed four people dinner for three days for to almost all types of produce. (Information $30 total. At the time I certainly didn’t doubt regarding seasonal fruits and vegetables are that a nationally known chef could ferret out readily available online, www.ncagr.gov/marsome impressive deals from local butchers kets/chart.htm).

The second vital element to the equation and produce growers—but I did not think that an average, everyday shopper could find the is in knowing how to store products once they’re at home. Again, a variety of guides same deals.

Thirty dollars for three days worth of din- are available as a result of a quick Google ners for four people comes out to around search for “food storage guides.”

However, the topic of storage brings us to $2.50 per person. My skepticism was fairly clear. But Chef Alexis was adamant, and so what I perceive as the single caveat in Chef we made plans to go on a handful of shop- Fouros’ $30 menu. When measured by the ping expeditions wherein he would prove pound, the chef easily met his goal of $2.50 to me that he could meet his $30 goal with per person per night. But sometimes it simply fresh, locally grown products and without the isn’t possible to buy, particularly from Costco, in extremely specific amounts. use of what I deemed “chef prices.”

Generally speaking, produce, seafood and Chef Fouros and his wife, Betsy, generously created a menu utilizing recipes straight (to a lesser extent) some meats can be purout of the chef’s book, Feast for the Gods, chased extremely cheaply from the Poplar all of which required only commonly avail- Grove Farmers’ Market or any other Farmable and easily prepared ingredients. Dur- ers’ Market and, depending on demand and ing our shopping trips, we visited three local season, Fresh Market. The advantages to resources that the chef personally uses: the using these two resources are immediately Poplar Grove Farmers Market, Fresh Market obvious in both quality and pricing standards. at Mayfaire and, interestingly enough, Cost- Fruits and vegetables in particular are signifi28 encore | november 11-17, 2009 | www.encorepub.com

SEASONAL PRODUCE will play a large role in total price when attempting to prepare cost-efficient, locally grown meals.

cantly cheaper at the farmers’ markets than even the uber-cheap Walmart brands, but as a trade there is a sacrifice in availability when it comes to locally grown goods due to the aforementioned seasonal element.

The greatest savings, particularly when it comes to meats, stem directly from the concept of buying in bulk. To this end I visited Costco with Chef Fouros. Mathematically speaking, dividing the price of bulk meats, cheeses and other ingredients down to the ounce reveals extreme potential savings. Of course, that’s the express purpose of buying anything in bulk. The problem that inevitably arises with bulk shopping is in the immediate price of goods. Had the chef and I done all of our shopping at Costco alone, we easily could have met the $30 goal, if not significantly cheaper, but the price of the trip alone would have been daunting.

There are ways to alleviate the strain when it comes to bulk shopping. Chef Fouros suggested that sharing the price with friends, then dividing up the goods was an excellent way to get past the initially high cost. There is also the matter of needing a membership to shop at Costco, but at the risk of sounding like I’m on the payroll, I can guarantee that the small price of membership pays for itself within a couple of visits.

For the most part, Chef Fouros maintains that the best source for many ingredients is the farmers’ markets. The quality of locally

grown food is unparalleled (and rest assured that to sell food as “organic” or “natural” requires extensive paperwork and hoop jumping; the vendors at the farmers’ markets are by no means casual growers), and the prices are completely reasonable. At the farmers’ markets, it is all but guaranteed that the consumer will pay no more or less than what the product is worth.

Personally speaking, I find the dignified environment refreshing in comparison to the price gouging and ridiculous deals found at mainstream supermarkets.

I certainly can’t claim to have a trained palate, but even as a layman and amateur cook (at best), I will maintain that the sheer intensity and purity of flavor that comes out of locally grown vegetables is amazing and completely worth the time it takes to obtain them. I was surprised to find that the idea that organic or local foods are drastically more expensive is, simply put, a myth perpetuated by the tendency of super markets to sell their “organic” merchandise for absurdly high prices.

That said, there is a fundamental trade when it comes to convenience versus quality. Finding the best ingredients at the best prices does take more time and effort than a 15-minute shopping trip through Walmart. Of course, there is nothing wrong with wanting to get home, pop in a microwaveable dinner and simply relax. But when the weekend rolls around, and there’s time to really enjoy food again, then there is no reason to go any further than the kitchen for an exquisite and, perhaps more importantly, cheap meal.

For more information on the Poplar Grove Farmers Market, visit www.poplargrove.com. To learn more about Chef Alexis Fouros, including details on his cooking classes and book, Feast for the Gods, visit www.feastforthegods.com.

Finally, for the menu and recipes used for this article, visit the encore blog at www. encorepub.com/encorecafe.

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and fresh seafood, including the best Shrimp n’ Grits in town. Warm in the sun on the expansive outdoor deck sipping an exotic, colorful martini, or unwind at the spacious bar inside boasting extensive wine and martini lists along with weekday appetizer specials from 4:00pm-6:30pm. Don’t forget to try downtown’s best kept secret for Sunday Brunch from 11am-3pm. You are welcome to dock your boat at the only dock’n’dine restaurant downtown, grab a trolley, or enjoy our free, front door parking (ask for pass!) Lunch and Dinner Tues-Sunday. Why satisfy when you can indulge? Find the George on the RiverWalk at 128 South Water Street. 910-763-2052 or online at www.thegeorgeontheriverwalk.com

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Dinner mainstays include baby back ribs, chargrilled steaks, fresh fish, and delicious homemade desserts. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC . 910.256.8500

c.G. daWGs For great traditional New York style eats with Southern charm look no further than C.G. Dawgs.

You will be drawn in by the aroma of fine beef franks served with witty banter and good natured delivery from the cleanest hot dog carts in Wilmington. Sabrett famous hot dogs and Italian sausages are the primary fare offered, with a myriad of condiments for all of your mid-day or late night cravings. You may find them daily at their new location on the boardwalk of Market and Water St. from 11am to 5pm. Saturdays at the farmers market. ThursdaySaturday nights they are on Market St. between Front and 2nd St. from 10pm to 3:00am. Then they finish the week off at Fibbers on Sunday nights until 3am. To busy to leave the office? Ask about their lunch time delivery service for downtown!!

tHe GeorGe on tHe riVerWalk Drop your anchor at The George on the RiverWalk, your destination for complete sense indulgence.

Watch the historic Cape Fear River unfold before you while you enjoy the best in Southern Coastal Cuisine. The menu combines elegance, creativity and diverse selection of steak, pasta, salad

This former Dawson’s Creek stage set has been turned into a lively pub in the heart of Downtown Wilmington. Their extensive menu ranges from classics like a thick Angus burger or NY style reuben to lighter fare such as homemade soups, fresh salads, and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game on the big screen, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with a pool table, darts, weekly trivia, and live music on the weekends. Offers limited lunchtime delivery during the week and can accommodate large parties. M-Sat 11am until late, opens Sundays at noon. 118 Princess St, (910) 763-4133

HenrY’s

A local favorite and must-see for visitors, Henry’s award-winning decor features beautifully hued stacked sandstone, a hand painted ceiling and a gorgeous 100-year-old Brunswick-style tiger oak bar. At dinner, modern American offerings include slow roasted prime rib, rotisserie chicken, signature crab cakes, and delectable seafood dishes. Lunch features include deli sandwiches made with fresh Boars Head cold-cuts, delicious salads, and fresh bread. Save room for the homemade strawberry shortcake! HenrysRestaurant.com. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. 910.793.2929.

HolidaY inn resort

The Verandah Café Restaurant located in this oceanfront resort is a wonderful find. This is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh Seafood & Steak dinner while dinning outside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Chef Eric invites you to experience his daily specials in this magnificent setting. Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. 256-2231 Wrightsville Beach

keFi

Kefi, founded in 1981 by a group of friends, has a long-standing tradition as a favorite local watering hole. This Wrightsville-Beach eatery is open at 6am for breakfast, offering everything from omelets and pancakes, to shrimp and grits. Take a break from the beach and visit Kefi’s, where their menu features a variety of salads and sandwiches. There is even a “working man’s lunch,” served Monday through Friday, all for under $6. At night Kefi comes alive by serving dinner with a Southern flare. From

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the fried pickles appetizer to their the shrimp or oyster Po’boy to their nightly dinner specials, there is something that will make your taste buds sing.

Then stick around for live music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; nightly drink specials are offered.

Go online at www.kefilive.com for more info and full music schedule. Open 6am-2am, seven days a week, with full ABC permits. Lunch deliveries available in the Wrightsville Beach area. Located at 2012 Eastwood Road, 910-256-3558.

tHe little diPPer

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Open TuesdaySunday, serving dinner at 5pm. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street • (910) 251-0433

Pine ValleY Market

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop 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.

Mon.-Fri. 10am-7pm; Sat. 9am-6pm; closed Sunday.

3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD.

MelloW MUsHrooM

Now a smoke-free restaurant, mellow out and relax in the comfortable atmosphere that Mellow Mushroom offers. From the giant psychadelic ‘shroom located in the bar area to the Cadillac hanging on the wall, this restaurant is far from ordinary. The open kitchen brings live entertainment as pizza dough flies in the air. Their hand-tossed, springwater dough brings new meaning to pizzas and calzones—healthy!! With 20 drafts and an array of microbrews, domestic and import bottles, Mellow Mushroom has an extensive beer list and full bar.

Also, check out their lunch specials and variety of sandwiches. Their menu also caters to everyone and offers many vegetarian dishes. Live jazz on Wednesdays. Hours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun., 12pm-9pm. 4311 Oleander Drive, 452-3773.

stickY FinGers riB HoUse Sticky Fingers is known for the best authentic Memphis-style ribs, wings and barbecue in town.

It’s no secret that slow, low-temperature smoking produces mouth-watering, tender ribs, chicken and pork. Sticky Fingers smokes everything right here in the restaurant and has received national praise for award-winning ribs. The restaurant was recently featured in Bon Appetit, Southern Living and Food and Wine, and had fantastic television exposure on CNBC’s “The Today Show,” and the Food Network. Locals voted Sticky Fingers “Best Ribs” in Wilmington. Sticky Fingers Catering has become an obvious choice for company picnics, office meetings or social gatherings for parties of 15 to 5,000 people. They offer both full service and simple drop-off options to meet anyone’s catering needs. 5044 Market Street, (910) 452-7427.

trollY stoP

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is family owned and operated with six locations throughout North Carolina. A family tradition for over 30 years specializing in homemade chili, slaw, burritos, tea and sauces. Smithfield all meat, Sabrett all beef, Oscar Mayer fat-free and Litelife veggie hot dogs. Try their unique “burger slab dog,” which is a burger in a unique shape.

94 S. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach, 256-3421; Cape Fear Blvd. in Carolina Beach, 458-7557; 111A South Howe St., Southport, 457-7017; 121 N. Front St., downtown Wilmington, 343-2999; 784 King St., Boone, NC, 828-265-2658; 4502 Fountain Dr., 910-452-3952. Call individual stores for hours of operation.

tHe UnderGroUnd

Appropriately located “underground” on the corner of Market and Front streets in downtown Wilmington, this lively restaurant and bar serves a variety of choices that includes everything from a Southwestern Chicken Caesar Wrap or a Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla to a Reuben with Potato Salad.

In addition to a full bar with an interesting martini and shooters menu, Underground also offers a selection of draft and bottled beers. The atmosphere is friendly and casual yet elegant, and it’s a great place to bring the family or join friends for a cocktail at night. Open Monday, 11am-5pm; Tuesday-Friday, 11am-2am; and Saturday, noon-2am, with a full menu served till midnight. Live music every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and karaoke every Wednesday! Check our Web site for a current events list www.myspace.com/undergroundwilmington! 103 Market Street, Corner of Front and Market, downtown Wilmington, 763-9686.

asian doUBle HaPPiness Double Happiness offers the Port City fine Asian dining at reasonable prices. We prepare flavorful dishes inspired by the cultural richness of Malaysia, Thailand and authentic China. We’re now serving traditional dim sum, and good health special vegetarian dishes, such as Soy Peking Ribs, homemade tofu and homemade Malaysian sponge cake. We are dedicated to branding the exotic flavors of fresh ingredients and a romantic spice in all of our cooking techniques. Our friendly staff is always willing to help customers, and we serve beer and wine for

lunch and dinner. Banquet and tatami rooms are available for large parties. Open Monday through Saturday, 11am-10pm; and Sunday 3pm-10pm.

4403 Wrightsville Avenue; 910-313-1088. www. doublehappinessrestaurant.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), 799-1426.

Hiro jApANESE StEAkHoUSE What better way to celebrate a special occasion or liven up a dinner out than to dine in a place where every meal is an exciting presentation.

Knowing that a meal should be more than just great food, Hiro adds a taste of theatre and a amazing atmosphere to everyone’s dinning experience. Also serving sushi, Hiro surprises its guests with a new special roll every week and nightly drink specials to complement it. From 4-7pm enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6pm, where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Open Monday thru Thursday 4pm-10pm; Friday and Saturday 4pm-10:30pm; and Sunday 11am-10pm. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570. Please visit the Web site at hirojapanesesteakhouse.com.

iNdoCHiNE rEStAUrANt ANd loUNgE

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience.

Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden, or be entertained every Friday night with a Balinese dancer. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), 2519229. Indochinewilmington.com

Yo SAkE

Located on the second floor of the historic Roudabush building in downtown Wilmington, Yo Sake features the best sushi along with a full pan-Asian menu served amid fabulous Tokyo vogue décor. Entrees include Sake Bombed Duck, Tea Rubbed Salmon and Grilled Beef Tenderloin.

The bar boasts an extensive wine list including 16 sakes and fantastic specialty drinks like the Wilmington-famous Pomegranate Ginger Mojito.

Don’t forget to try the Fresh Mango Cheesecake or the scrumptious Coconut Banana Ice Cream,

and, if you ask nicely, they just might drop a scoop of the Lychee Sorbet into a glass of champagne for you. Open everyday 5pm-2am. Dinner served 5-11pm. Ask about our late night menu. Live entertainment nightly Tuesday -Saturday beginning at 10:30pm. 33 South Front Street, downtown Wilmington. (910) 763-3172. Visit us at www. yosake.com.

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french CApriCE BiStro

Wilmington’s finest French cuisine can be found at Caprice Bistro, a small informal neighborhood restaurant, serving hearty food in generous portions at affordable prices. Simple is the atmosphere in the bistro, as plain white plates and tables dressed in white paper make up the decor. However, the food is far from simple, as a combination of fresh ingredients and innovative preparation delight the taste buds with a plethora of unique appetizers, entrées and desserts. The service is fast, efficient and non-intrusive, and the ambience is friendly and unpretentious. After dinner, be sure to venture upstairs into their cozy and relaxing sofa bar for an after-dinner martini, or enjoy your meal there, as a light-fare and full menus are served. Art is always on display in the sofa bar, so be sure to inquire frequently about their artist show receptions. Voted “Best French Restaurant” three years in a row! 10 Market Street, downtown Wilmington, 815-0810.

italian ANtoNioS piZZA ANd pAStA

Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta, simply known as Antonio’s, is anything but simple. From scrumptious appetizers to signature pizza to some of the best traditional Italian pasta dishes in town, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a cozy dinner for two or bring the whole family in for pizza and fun.

Offering beer and wine at their Monkey Junction and Porter’s Neck location and live music Friday and Saturday nights with all ABC permits at their Leland location, Antonio’s has thought of everything for you to enjoy your dining experience with them. Monkey Junction across from Super Walmart off South College Road (910) 792-0000, Porter’s Neck Shopping Center next to Kiva Grill off Market Street (910) 686-7774, Cross Creek Commons across from Magnolia Greens (910) 383-0033. www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com

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CAFE BASIL ITALIAN GRILL

Cafe’ Basil Italian grill the only authentic New York style Italian cuisine in south east North Carolina.

Owners Nick and Vincent DiNapoli are the real deal, two brothers from New York who brought all their family cooking secrets with them. The menu is filled with all your favorite traditional Italian entrees like home made Lasagna, Chicken Parmesan, Veal and Chicken Marsala to raviolis, stuffed shells and the best bowl of pasta you ever had. Plus they have grilled entrees including steaks and chops. The atmosphere is warm and inviting with dark woods and red brick through out, right down to the newly opened full service bar. There are nightly drink specials and live music every weekend in the piano bar.

They’re also able to cater your next party or business function in the private banquette room. With nightly blackboard specials, drink specials, scrumptious deserts and an early bird special every day from 4 to 6. Cafe Basil will soon become your second home.

One mile north of the College road over pass 10 minutes from downtown and Porters Neck. Open Mon-Sat, 4 pm-closing. Closed Sunday. For information and reservations call 910-791-9335.

EddIE RomANELLI’S

A marvel of architecture with an open display kitchen that adds to the stunning ambiance of the dining room. Eddie Romanelli’s offers lunch (Oleander Dr), dinner and late night menu (Oleaner Dr). The diverse menu is casual American with Italian influences, featuring favorites such as 16oz.

Marinated Rib Eye Steak, Stuffed Pork Chop, Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Shrimp and Crabmeat Cannelloni, unique California-style pizza and more. RomanellisRestaurant.com. 5400 Oleander Drive, Wilmington. 910.799.7000 and 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. 910.383.1885

SLICE oF LIFE

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. We have the largest tequila selection in Wilmington. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.” Stop by for lunch dinner, or a late-night treat, open from 11:30am until 3am, seven days a week, 365 days a year, all ABC permits. 122 Market Street between Second and Front, downtown Wilmington. 251-9444. Visit our 2nd location at 1437 Military Cutoff rd., next to PT’s! 256-2229 www.grabslice.com.

Mediterranean NAGILA: THE KoSHER moRoCCAN CAFE

Nagila, The Moroccan Café, is a quaint, neighborhood dining place, located on Wrightsville Avenue, near Canady’s Sporting Goods. Internationally recognized Chef Shai Shalit brings the finest dining experience and superb eclectic tastes rarely experienced even in those larger metropolitan cities. Stop by for lunch and try his homemade pita bread, prepared fresh daily, stuffed with any filling of your choice. With lunch specials starting at just $5.95 and dinner specials starting at $9.95, Nagila is affordable and authentic, serving the most fantastic tahini and hummus, as well as chicken Moroccan soup that will warm your stomach. For the less adventurous guests,

Shai can prepare an unbelievable steak or a pita hamburger—one not easily forgotten. Finish your dinner with a delicious piece of Baklava and a wonderful Turkish coffee or tea. Come on in and try out Wilmington’s newest, relaxing surroundings—that of a Moroccan oasis. Reservations: 233-1251 or 798-9940. Open Sunday-Thursday; Lunch 11am4pm; Dinner 4pm-until. Open for lunch on Friday at 11am - call for closing time. Closed Friday evening to Saturday evening for shabbos. Open Saturday night - call for times.

organic LoVEY’S mARKET

Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for natural and organic groceries, or just a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious, and totally fresh snack. Whether they are in the mood for a veggie burger, a bean burrito or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte café menu at Lovey’s. The food bar—which has cold salads and hot selections that can be eaten in the café seating or boxed for take-out—can be enjoyed all day long, while the juice bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables.

Specializing in bulk sales of produce, grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices, Lovey‘s also carries grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. Wheat-free, gluten-free, products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries and wholesome pet foods.

For anything shoppers want that is not in stock, Lovey‘s will be happy to find it.

Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday, 9am to 7pm; Saturday, 9am to 6pm; and on Sundays, 10am to 6pm. Café hours: Monday-Friday, 11am–6pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm.

Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Road; 910-5090331. Online at www.loveysmarket.com.

TIdAL CREEK Co-op

Tidal Creek Deli offers a wide array of exceptional and unusual organic foods, all of which taste as good as they are for you. The salad bar and hot bar incorporate flavors from around the world; each item is prepared by hand using only fresh and local ingredients. The chefs are constantly experimenting to create new and exciting dishes. Choose from made to order smoothies with almond butter and hemp milk, salads with locally grown greens or, special order a wedding cake made from scratch to your specifications. Whatever your tastes, Tidal Creek Deli is a place to rejuvenate the mind and body while enjoying the company of a friendly and relaxed organic community.

seafood doCK STREET oYSTER BAR

Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters!

Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfortable in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Smoke Free! Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. 762-2827 www. dockstreetoysterbar.net.

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EAST AT THE BLoCKAdE RUNNER HoTEL

The Blockade Runner offers an array of seasonal seafood specials, certified Angus beef, lobster menu on Friday evening plus a spectacular Sunday brunch. Romantic al fresco dining is available on our dinner deck located in the center of a lush garden overlooking the ocean far away from the traffic and noise. We offer live entertainment on Saturday evening and Sunday brunch. Our smoke free lounge is eco-friendly and offers light fare nightly. 275 Waynick Blvd. Wrightsville Beach. 910-256-2251.

HIERoNYmUS

Proving that excellent seafood isn’t just for the eateries at Wrightsville Beach, Hieronymus Seafood is the stop for midtown Wilmington seafood lovers. In business for 27 years strong, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by consistently providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in oceanic cuisine. Complete with a full-service bar and a fireside oyster bar, it’s the place to be if you are seeking top-quality attributes in atmosphere, presentation, flavor and ingenuity.

Signature dishes include Oysters Hieronymus and the Scallops Fra Diavlo. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2007. 5035 Market Street; 392-6313.

CATCH modERN SEAFood

When Wilmingtonians think of fresh, flavorful seafood, they flock to Catch. Couples enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres at the bar, professionals meet for business meetings and locals come for their favorites. The understated décor and friendly service create a warm and relaxing atmosphere. In this quaint bistro, Catch serves New American seafood with Asian influences.

Customers enjoy unique flavors and modern creations, matched with the best local seafood and organic produce in the Cape Fear. Some seasonal offerings include soft-shell crabs, grouper nuggets, summer flounder, N.C. shrimp and Carolina catfish. House specialties range from broiled miso-glazed wild salmon to crispy fried oyster platters. No reservations accepted. Open Mon-Fri., 11am – 2pm for lunch and now open for dinner Wed-Fri. only from 5:30pm – 9pm (BYOB). 215 Princess Street, downtown Wilmington. Catch is chefowned and -operated. (910) 762-2841 or www. catchwilmingtonnc.com.

oCEAN GRILL

Located next to the Golden Sands hotel in Carolina Beach, the Ocean Grill offers three distinct dining experiences: a spacious dining room with wonderful views of the Atlantic Ocean, a patio bar in the covered patio area, and a open-air Tiki Bar on the pier. You will find a full menu inside, and appetizers, sandwiches and a full selection of beverages on the Tiki Bar menu. Serving lunch on Saturday and Sunday, and brunch on Sundays from 10am-2pm. Lunch 7 days a week beginning May 22nd. Live music calendar: www. oceangrill.us. Tiki Bar open at 11am 7 days a week. 1211 S. Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach; (910) 458-2000.

oCEANIC

Breathtaking panoramic views. Oceanic’s third floor private banquet room provides a spectacular lookout over the Atlantic Ocean, Wrightsville Beach and Masonboro Island. With its own re-

stroom & bar facilities, it is perfect for wedding receptions, birthdays and corporate functions.

Oceanic is a classic seafood house specializing in local seafood. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try steaks, chicken or pasta.

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

REEL CAFE

For eight years, the Reel Café has been Wilmington’s premier restaurant and nightlife location, because it has something for everyone. Enjoy dining in our restaurant, live music in our courtyard Oyster Bar, dancing in the second-floor danceclub or cocktails on the Rooftop Bar overlooking the Cape Fear River. We offer lunch, dinner and a late-night menu. Lunch has a variety of salads, sandwiches and steamers. Our dinner menu has a wonderful variety of burgers, sandwiches, pastas and steaks. We also have delicious seafood entrées and salads, or try the specials prepared daily by our chef. Whether it’s a delightful meal, live music or the downtown nightlife, The Reel Café is the place to be. Located at 100 S. Front Street, the Reel is also available for banquets and private parties. Call for details: 251-1832.

southern HALL’S TRopICANA RESTAURANT Hall’s is a Wilmington tradition! Originally opened in 1901 as a drug store, Hall’s has been serving the Downtown community for over 100 years. We serve traditional Southern fare, including a classic breakfast with the accompaniments you’ve grown to love. Lunch includes a Southern buffet Monday-Friday with pork, chicken, all the fixin’s, and a special addition every day! Don’t forget our unique menu, which includes everything from specialty sandwiches to fried seafood. Most importantly, at Hall’s everything is fresh! Open Monday-Friday, 7am-2pm (buffet 11-2), and Saturday from 7am12:30pm with breakfast and menu items only. 421 Castle St. 910-762-2210.

pINK pIG CAFE

Downtown Wilmington’s newest dining option has arrived! Serving breakfast and lunch all day, the Pink Pig offers a full menu featuring good ol’ fashioned cookin’ along with a few of our own innovations.

For breakfast, try one of our tasty country plates or a sandwich stacked high with your favorite items.

For lunch, try our already-famous Redneck Reuben, and you can’t go wrong with our real pit-smoked barbecue sandwiches. C’mon in try for yourself!

Open Tues-Sat, 8am-8pm, and Sun., 10am-6pm.

124 Princess St, Downtown. 910-399-6096 other sporting events. We have plenty of seating and a fun atmosphere for the whole family. In Racine Commons, 910-409-9860.

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Join the Parade!

For more information including an entry form and parade route map, visit www.wilmingtonrecreation.com or call (910) 341-4602. Only 100 entries will be accepted. The entry deadline is Wednesday November 19th at 5:00 pm.

The Wilmington Holiday Parade will be televised live on Time Warner and ATMC cable channel 939, Charter Cable channel 137 and over the air on channel 6.2

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Please Join Us for Celebrating this Holiday Season offered weekdays from Sunday, Nov. 29th - Thursday, Dec. 17th!

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Breaking Cliché: Andrea Ferrell’s second novel is an exposition of love Nordic Ice

by Andrea Ferrell Trafford Publishing $18.89

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hen I first picked up Andrea Ferrell’s second novel, Nordic Ice, I expected to find a story about young, rebellious love. What I actually found was a captivating and realistic love story that kept me on the edge of the chair until the last 30 pages, when, for me, the legitimacy of the story was broken.

A love story is a love story is a love story.

We can all guess the outcome of most situations involving a reformed jailbird who has fallen in love with a rich girl once her father

by: Jillian Watson becomes involved in their relationship— which is the driving plot of Nordic Ice. This isn’t drastically new in any way, but somehow Ferrell presents the story in a way that is captivating and exciting, in a way that is familiar, yet new at the same time.

Quintessential members of this familiar story have been given new insightful layers in their personalities. Ferrell tells the story through the perspective of Jessie, the bad boy with anger issues. Jessie was a character that Ferrell understood, and she has captured his essence in a way that caused readers to become attached to him. Readers will easily root for him to win the girl and become an active, productive member of society.

There is no dialogue throughout the entire novel, only exposition. From this we lose the “back and forth,” as Ferrell calls it, and the reader can simply watch Jessie’s movements, his thoughts and his urges. Within this inner sanctuary we see qualities in Jessie, like his artistic talents, that are rare among cliché characters and are charming when he thinks of things in a sensitive manner, like, “It had been way too long since I had some happy images to draw.”

Then we meet Amy, the rich girl from the right side of life. She is in medical school, drives a black Jag and lives in an apartment that most college kids only dream about. But this is only who Amy appears to be. Ferrell has bestowed her with the characteristics of someone like Mother Theresa underneath her clichéd rich-girl exterior. Instead of spending her trust fund to ensure a luxurious life, Amy plans to use the money to open a clinic for disadvantaged children in the poor neighborhoods of New York. Who wouldn’t be in love with this girl?

Things seem pretty perfect, right? They

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won’t stay that way for long after we meet Amy’s father, Reginald.

As the entrepreneur of a computer firm, Reginald has made enough money to keep his family quite comfortable for as long as they wished. On top of being a working stiff, Reginald is also quite the art collector and artist, traits that bring him and Jessie together and seem to reconcile the fact that an ex-con is not only dating his daughter but is getting very close to being a part of his family.

The dynamic of the relationships between these three characters is what I love about this book. Their plight to find their niche in each other’s lives feels real and gives the reader something to hold on to. They seem like people who live down the street, people who are tangible and can be understood by anyone in any situation.

And then I got to the last 30 pages of the book. The homey, could-be-true love story that Ferrell had made so realistic was crushed by this fantastical ending that doesn’t feel true to the personalities of the characters that she created. I’m sure that some people enjoy reading love stories that aren’t tangible or attainable, which would be fine if the entire novel is set up in that manner.

But to have characters that seem so trueto-life (spoiler alert!) be kidnapped from a mental institution, taken to an ice castle in Norway and married under false identities, seems like a stark opposition from their usual character instincts. But at least it is a happy ending, I suppose.

Ferrell is already working on her third novel, It Was a Beautiful Day. She says the novel is based on a character that suffers from Multiple Sclerosis, and will look at how her disease not only affects her but also her family and the people around her. Fans can expect to see It Was a Beautiful Day published in 2011.

Nordic Ice can be found on Amazon. com or straight from the publisher at www. trafford.com.

Military Love: Lily Burana details the life of an Army wife I Love A Man in Uniform

by Lily Burana Weinstein Books $23.95

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ight now there is a military man in an office, and he’s scanning lists of names. He decides who goes and who stays. He answers to many names, such as The Monitor or The Detailer. For spouses, children and other family members of the armed forces, he’s feared like God. In my recent personal experience, he is most comparable to a Godfather within Uncle Sam’s mafia. At our most vulnerable time, he makes sugar-coated re-enlistment offers we can’t refuse, and there will be a time when he calls upon us to return the favor.

Lily Burana knows all too well the favors demanded by Uncle Sam. Last October we relived her detailed journey as a military wife within I Love a Man in Uniform. Without a doubt her account made club members laugh, cry and relate in a manner unmatched by other works exposed within our club. Within two weeks of previewing the read, comments and questions too many to quantify poured into my mail box. They all gushed with the same opinion: “I Love a Man in Uniform is one of the best and easily relatable novels reviewed by our book club.”

And, they all asked the same question: “How did it feel to reveal what is considered by many to be the taboo life of military wifedom?”

“I decided to write this memoir simply because the few articles I’d written about being an Army wife generated more response than anything I’d ever written,” Burana responded. “At first, I was afraid I’d be all alone in my views. But the response really showed me that there was an interest in reading about the workings of a military marriage that exceeded what I would have guessed.

“The existing books by and about military wives are mostly ‘how to’ as opposed to ‘how it feels.’ I thought maybe, just maybe, there would be a readership for a book that got behind the ‘Army Strong’

by: Tiffanie Gabrielse military wife game-face, and showed the challenges and joys of being a new military wife at this point in time.”

In the beginning, I Love a Man in Uniform sounds like a trite idea for a screenplay: An anarchist former stripper marries Mike, a poster boy for the U.S Army. But what transpires is a witty, moving and surpris-

man hit him and pinned the officer between a truck and a car. The next day I worked traffic detail. I couldn’t help but think, This is something we do every day, despite what may happen. Despite the danger, we are devoted. I don’t think of my job as dangerous, but down deep I know just as Lily and her husband knew. This book made me think about how we live our lives. It’s a good example that relationships can take work sometimes and that too many people today give up.”

Some may find it surprising that the conflict over seas is the least ambivalent part of the book. The climax is not when Mike returns from Iraq—rather it’s when they are safely settled into military housing at West Point that the war begins to arch. Like many households today, the corridors of loneliness and PTSD are narrow and often harder to fight than the war itself. It is emotional territory that Burana eases readers into and later navigates her audience through with an unbridled heart.

“I’m not self-conscious about what I’ve

shared: the fear, the awkward growing pains, the things about the Army that I admire and the things that frustrate me.

There’s no sense that I’m pulling punches or standing on ceremony,” Burana expressed. “If you’re going to give me your time as a reader, I owe you honesty that’s born of respect for that time taken.”

Perhaps the most emotionally impacting experience is at the end where Burana expresses her gratitude to her husband.

“Thank you for your commitment to serving our country,” she begins. “Thank you for picking me to be your wife. Thank you for being man enough to get help when you needed it. Thank you for fighting for our marriage as valiantly as you fought any war. Thank you for being both my husband and my hero.”

To our club members touched by a chord between the pages, married or related to men in all branches of the military and to those who serve themselves, Burana states from the heart, “I’ll forever be grateful to you, too.”

! n w o t n i Best OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER ingly down-to-earth account of married life in today’s armed forces. Both Burana and her husband are intelligent, comical and compelled to achieve their dream despite their open wounds from military and domestic traumas. The window I Love a Man in Uniform opens airs with accuracy the ups and downs of many marital and military relationships. Most importantly, Burana’s voice that describes the dark sacrifice behind America’s majesty is believable.

“Tiffanie, what struck me most was a line on page 104,” club member and proud police officer Rachael Mead wrote in.

“Burana wrote, ‘Devotion is not a uniform to be worn on a certain day and then put aside.’ This statement immediately made me think of an officer who died on a traffic detail working for a gas company. An old

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where to be, what to do in Wilmington and beyond

Events YWCA Purse & Passion White Wine & Tea Party, 11/12, 4pm: The YWCA will celebrate the power of individual philanthropy at the Fourth Annual Purse & Passion White Wine & Tea Party at St. Thomas Preservation Hall. Hear inspiring stories and see the role the YWCA plays in helping women and their families face tough challenges.

To make a reservation for this free event, call (910)799-6820, ext. 104. •Jolly Jubilee, A Holiday Shopping Spree, 12/5, 9 am-4 pm: Kickoff your holiday shopping with one of a kind gifts from local business women at the YWCA Jolly Jubilee at 2815 South College Road. Children can play in the Kidzone or visit Santa. This event is free and open to public with door prizes given away throughout the day. Lisa Isenhour 233-1138 or cscsinc@bellsouth.net.

NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH CFCC’s month-long celebration of Native American Culture in November. Events Include: 11/21: Point Identification, 9am-1pm. CFCC Library - Health Sciences Building - 2nd St. The public can bring in points (aka: arrowheads), and other suspected

Native American artifacts for identified by CFCC geology instructor Phil “Dr. Rocks” Garwood. • 11/13: Native American Craft Activities 3-5pm.

Wilmington Children’s Museum • 11/11: Special

11/12: Purse and Passion

Talker. USMC veteran Teddy Draper talks about his experiences as a Navajo code talker during World War II. 1:15pm. Schwartz Center • 11/13: Waccamaw-Siouan Dance Exhibition 3 pm. CFCC Library • 11/14: Ray LittleTurtle: Storyteller.

10am-2pm. CFCC Library • 11/16: Native American Culture Lecture, 1pm. Health Sciences Building, Room L-107 • 11/17: Town Creek Burial Mound Lecture, 2pm.

Health Sciences Building, Room L-107.

Contact: David Hardin, Public Info. Officer, CFCC. (910)362-7020.

YWCa hosts their annual Purse and Passion White Wine and Tea Party on the 12th at 4pm at the st. Thomas Preservation Hall. The party celebrates the power of philanthropy, wherein inspiring stories are told in an effort to continue YWCA’s goal: to inspire womena nd help families face tough challenges. To make a reservation for the free event, call (910) 799-6820, ext 104.

Presentation: Teddy Draper, Sr. - Navajo Code

UNCW PRESENTS ARTS IN ACTION 11/14: Urban Bush Women, a oneof-a-kind troupe known for integrating dance, music and text with the history, culture, and spiritual traditions of African Americans and the African Diaspora. Also includes often humorous, always thoughtprovoking Batty Moves—founder and artistic director Jawole Willa Jo Zollar’s unabashedly joyful celebration of female form and power in all shapes and sizes. www.uncw.edu/presents. Season tickets are priced at $42 for non-UNCW students; $29 for UNCW students; $80 for UNCW employees and alumni and senior citizens; and

$99 for all others. Choose-Your-Own-Series option offers 10 percent savings for ticket purchases to at least three different events at Kenan Auditorium.

Individual tickets go on sale 8/19 with special savings for students and senior citizens. 962.-3500 or 800-732-3643, 10am-6pm, Mon-Fri. SHOP TILL YOU DROP EXPO Sat., 11/14, 9-3pm. Holiday shopping at 25 of your favorite home party companies all in one location.

Cash & carry, discounts, door prizes, refreshments.

CB Berry Community Center, Little River, on Route 179 at state line. Diane Davis: 843-756-3494 or 843-504-4271.

FALL NATURE FEST On 11/14 from 10am-4pm Halyburton Park will host the Fall Nature Fest featuring live birds of prey, nature exhibitors, family scavenger hunts, nature activities, hayrides, music and much more.

Pre-event ticket sales are limited. (910)341-0075 or www.halyburtonpark.com.

SWAPTOPIA The Wrightsville Beach Longboard Association will be hosting their annual Surf Swaptopia at the parking lot of Kitchen Lighting and Design, 4515 Fountain Dr., on Sat., 11/14 from 2-7pm. The WBLA will sell spaces for individuals and business to sell their surf and water related gear. Spaces cost $10 for individuals and $50 for businesses.

Swaptopia will also feature live music and a chance to purchase a raffle ticket for a board shaped by Scooter Raynor. If interested contact John Beausang: barnum@wblasurg.org or Nancy Preston: nancy.preston@yahoo.com.

HIDDEN BATTLESHIP On Sat., 11/14, join us for a unique, behind-thescenes tour of unrestored areas of the Battleship.

The four-hour tour consists of small groups with guides. Guests will explore most of the 3rd deck, including the brig, the fire control tower, engine room number 1, and the bow containing officer’s country and the bosun’s locker. The tour will include climbing over knee-high hatches and going up and down narrow ladders, so be prepared for adventure. There will be two time slots: 8:30am12:30pm and 1:30pm-5:30pm. You must be 12 years or older to participate. The price is $45 for the general public; $35 for Friends of the Battleship members and active military. The price includes admission to the Battleship, so you can tour the rest of the ship on your own before or after the program. Wear comfortable, warm clothing and sturdy, rubber-soled shoes; bring a camera, but no large backpacks. For reservations: 251-5797 x 3001reservation. Payment must be received by Wed., 11/11 at 5pm.

SAFE MEDICATION DISPOSAL New Hanover Regional Medical Center and local law enforcement agencies will hold a Medication Disposal Event on Sat., 11/14, 10am-2pm, New Hanover Regional Medical Center Medical Mall, 2243 S. 17th St., located beside the main hospital campus. Public is invited to bring their unneeded and expired medications to be disposed of in a safe, convenient and environmentally sound manner. All medications brought to the event should be in their original containers to help identify the medication. Wilmington Police Department and the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office as well as the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will be on hand to accept controlled substances.

Medications can be prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins or herbal.

HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES On Sun., 11/15, Mr. Ed Lewis along with NIP and TUCK will be at Oakdale Cemetary for an afternoon of horse drawn wagon rides. On this afternoon visitors can view and hear the history with interesting commentaries about the cemetery. Rides begin at 3pm, last tour at 5:30pm;

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cost for non-member adults is $10; children 12 years and younger, $8. Members pay $8 for adults and $6 for children 12 years and younger. Advance tickets are available at the Oakdale Cemetery office, 520 N. 15th St. or tickets may be purchased at the gate. (910) 763-5682.

NC WRITERS’ NETWORK FALL CONFERENCE 11/20-22. One of the country’s largest conferences dedicated to writing, the North Carolina Writers’ Network Fall Conference is held at Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort in Wrightsville Beach. Keynote speaker is Cassandra King, author of best sellers “Queen of Broken Hearts” and “The Same Sweet Girls.” speaknig Fri. @ 8:30pm. More than 30 writers and editors will lead workshops, master classes, and panel discussions on different writing topics. Registration is not limited; sign up at www. ncwriters.org or 919-251-9140.

THANKS FOR GIVING BAZAAR Wrightsboro United Methodist Church will be having a Thanks for Giving Bazaar, 11/21; 10am 5pm; 3300 N. Kerr Ave. Crafts, baked goods, White Elephant Sale, hot dogs and fellowship. 7622583 POPLAR GROVE PLANTATION Poplar Grove’s Farmers Market open every Wed, 8am-1pm, through 12/16, rain or shine. Offering beautifully designed jewelry, clothing, fresh cut flowers and more. Cooking classes by chef Alexis Fouros are hosted every Wednesday from 9:30am12:30pm. Classes cover traditional Greek cooking.

11/25: Goat cheese with baked beets, grilled cornish game hens with a wild mushroom and port reduction and pumpkin pie. 12/9: Orzo salad, codfish cakes and chocolate tarts with candied grapefruit. 12/16: Carp caviar, meatloaf over smashed potatoes, string beans with red pepper and mushrooms and greek Christmas cookies.

Registration required. Betsy Fouros (917)969-2430.

Chef Skip Laskody will be teaching cooking classes including penne pasta, roasted chicken, grilled vegetables, osyters, crab dip and more on 11/11 and 12/2. Registration required. (910)352-5326. • CLASSES: Glass Bead Making, Sat. workshops: 11/14; Night classes, 11/16 & 17, 12/7 & 8; Pilates, on-going, ea. Mon.; Fresh Christmas Swag or Centerpiece, 12/15; Introduction to Ponies and Riding for Children, ages 6-8, 10/20. 10200 Rt. 17 N, Wilmington at Scotts Hill. www.poplargrove. com 910-686-9518

Charity/Fund-raisers HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Turkey Trot 11/26 8am at Wrightsville Beach Park, “The Loop,” 5K Family Fun Walk or Run; $15 Advance Registration, $20 Day of Registration • 910-762-4744 volunteer@capefearhabitat.org www.capefearhabitat.org HOLIDAYS AT MAYFAIRE TOWN CENTER Mayfaire will be celebrating Christmas for the entire month of December starting with the 2nd Annual Holiday Light Ceremony which will take place on Fri. 11/27 at 6pm. Be greeted by singers and Santa’s helpers as well as a Nutcracker performance, a parade, and hot cocoa. Also happening during the holiday season is rewards for your spending. Everytime you spend $250 or

more in one day you will recieve a $15 gift card starting 11/27. Mayfaire’s Winter Wonderland will blow snow every weekend through Christmas Eve Fri-Sun from 7-8pm. Kid’s are invited to visit Santa at Santa’s village Mon-Fri from 3-8pm, Sat. 1-8pm, and Sun. 12-6pm. Another family activity is the Polar Express Family Train for $3 per person which picks up in front of the theatre and runs the same time as Santa’s Village. Also don’t miss the a capella group, old town carolers, or the brass quartet that will be roaming Mayfaire.

PLEASURE ISLAND HOLIDAY EVENTS •1st Annual Christmas by the Sea: 11/27/0901/01/10: Lighting of Boardwalk at 8pm 11/27, followed by Lighting at the Lake. • 4th Annual Holiday Walk: 11/22; 12-6pm: A day of sales, open houses, specials. Look for big Santa balloon outside participating businesses. • Festive activities held every Fri. and Sat. thru 12/19 at Boardwalk; 5-8pm: includes Fire Pit Story Telling, Hot chocolate, Live Nativity Scene, Caroling, Santa (Sat. only), Theatre, Choral and band performances by Ashley, Murray and CB Elementary (Sat. only); Pleasure Island Drama Club, Cape Fear Roller Girls, Puppet shows, Arts & Crafts Market Area and ornament making for kids. All are free. www.boardwalkmakeover. org. www.snowscut.com.

SALVATION ARMY KICK-OFF 11/13 @ 11:30 am, Independence Mall, The Salvation Army will start off their annual angel trees and Christmas kettles holiday spirit. Located enar main indoor entrance to JC Penney’s, the Salvation Army Christmas Brass will herald arrival of honorable Mayor William Saffo, who will make the first contribution of the red kettle. Kim Raatcliff, the news anchor for WECT TV-6 and Fox 26 Wilmington, will light the angel tree and officially open the 2009 Angel Tree Program.

RIVERFRONT FARMERS MARKET The Riverfront Farmers Market will be held every Saturday through 12/19, 8am-1pm downtown on Water St. Rain or shine. Awww.wilmingtonfarmers. com 910-341-0079 NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY The Cape Fear Region Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals announces its National Philanthropy Day awards reception: a breakfast on 11/4 at the Blockade Runner Resort Hotel in Wrightsville Beach. Breakfast, 7:30am, doors, and the awards ceremony at 8:30am. Categories include Individual / Family Philanthropist of the Year; Philanthropic Organization of the Year; Professional Fundraiser of the Year; and Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year. Winners honored at this breakfast and featured in the Greater Wilmington Business Journal. Nomination forms and ticket information:Laurie Taylor, (910) 796-7944.

ST. MARK YARD SALE St. Mark Catholic Church, 1011 Eastwood Rd., will hold a yard sale on Fri. 11/13 from 9-4pm and Sat. 11/14 from 7:30-11am. A variety of clothing, household items, toys, furniture and more will be for sale. No early birds please.

HOLIDAY FLOTILLA AND FESTIVAL Make your way to Wrightsville Beach to get into the holiday spirit island-style. The weekend starts Fri. 11/27 at 5:45pm during the tree lighting ceremony

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during which children can visit with Santa. The flotilla festivities begin at 10am Sat. 11/28 with a festival in the park at Wrightsville Beach Park from 10am-4pm featuring crafts, kid’s rides, a car show, and entertainment. The flotilla will start at 6:00pm Sat. Stay for the fireworks afterwards.

11/13: SALVATION ARMY KICKOFF

Christmas is coming and our troops need to be remembered as they are away from their homes, family and friends. To help purchase or make Christmas stockings. Decorate creatively.

Purchase items for the stockings: small packages of trests, entertainment, necesseties. Bag in zip lock bags any items that may be messy if it gets opened. Add a card if you wish and include $5 to help pay for postagePlace items in stocking, add a card from you. We need for all Christmas donations to be delivered by Nov. 20th in order to get to the troops. You can read letters of thanks your donations will generate on our website. Deliver or mail to: NC Branch Give2theTroops, Inc., 3109 Landmark St, Greenville NC 27834. www.

Give2theTroops.org

The holiday commercials are in full swing, along with the dread of cooking, cleaning, decorating and hosting the family come Thanksgiving and beyond. But even in the midst of the pressure of the holidays, the point of its “giving nature” is redeemed by the Salvation Army, wherein their annual Angel Tress and Christmas kettles take over our city. Donate to a kettle or pick an angel from a tree at the Independence Mall in order to help a less fortunate family this season. Be merry, be thankful.

5TH ANNUAL TURKEY TROT Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity will hold its 5th annual Wilmington Turkey Trot, a 2.4 mile run/walk at “The Loop” at Wrightsville Beach Park on 11/25.

Registration opens at 7:45am and the run/walk begins at 8:15am. Early registration is $15 and $20 Thanksgiving morning. Kinds 10 and under run/walk for free. Contact Kitty Yerkes at kitty@ capefearhabitat.org or 910-762-4744.

WILMINGTON HISTORY COMES ALIVE WHQR 91.3fm and City Club at de Rosset are pleased to present A Night to Remember...

Wilmington History Comes Alive on Fri., 11/13 at 6pm. This fundraiser for WHQR will feature a champagne reception, four course wine pairing menu, classical music and wandering historical figures. Guests will be greeted by the original occupants of the de Rosset house, Armand John de Rosset and his wife Eliza Jane Lord de Rosset.

While guests sip champagne, the de Rossets will talk about life in Wilmington in the mid-1800s. The de Rossets were very fond of entertaining and the architectural plans of the house were designed to accommodate the many social events they hosted. Guests will then be treated to a four course wine-pairing dinner created by Chef Matthew Beckelhimer. Donation of $500: donor and a guest will enjoy the evening and receive a membership to City Club (a $1,500 value). Proceeds benefit WHQR 91.3fm Public Radio.

WCA 40TH ANNIVERSARY Wilmington Christian Academy celebrating 40th anniversary. Free picnic w/ non-perishable food donation. Inflatables; face painting; clowns; WCA art show; campus tours; musical & dramatic performances; New Hanover Sheriff’s Office child identity kits; Wilm. Fire Dept. safety display; Special recognition for military veterans at 2pm. 11/15; 12-3pm. 1401 N. College Rd. 791-4248.

STOCKINGS FOR SOLDIERS

GALLOP FOR THE GRAVY Wilmington West Rotary will hold the 3rd Annual ‘Gallop for the Gravy’ 5K run/ 1 Mile Walk on Thanksgiving morning, 11/26, 8am, starting at the Wilmington Family YMCA. There will be music, special prizes, and fun throughout the morning . Race results and award ceremony will be held at the finish line. Trophies will be a unique must-see!

Finish line food and refreshments will be provided to all racers. The entry fee is $25, and includes a long-sleeved T-shirt. All proceeds will benefit Communities In Schools of Cape Fear, End Polio Now, and the Wilmington Family YMCA. Entry forms are available at local sporting goods stores, online at Wilmingtonroadrunners.org, or by emailing ntoffolon@aol.com.

GOOD SHEPHERD CENTER Good Shepherd Center, 811 Martin St., has announced their fall fundraising event as a community wide raffle with the theme being Every Ticket Shelters a Homeless Family. The raffle is held through 11/30 with the prize drawings on 12/7. Tickets are $10 each. www. goodshepherdwilmington.org, or 910-763-4424 x106. 11/5; 6:30 - 8:30pm. “Beyond Shelter: An Evening Celebrating Life Transformations” event will be an intimate gathering of just 200 people who will enjoy live music, foods from Wilmington’s finest restaurants, wine, and a silent auction. The limited, special edition auction items have been produced by local artists expressly for the event and from a variety of media. Tix to the event are $45/person and are available at Good Shepherd Center, 811 Martin Street. Scott Litten 763-4424 x113 or gscresources@bellsouth.net.

WORK ON WILMINGTON An annual community service event in which hundreds of volunteers complete in just four hours projects that make Wilmington a better place to live, has been scheduled for 4/17/10. On this day, volunteers will gather at various locations in the city and work from 8am-12pm on projects of lasting value to the community. Organizers are now soliciting projects of lasting benefit to the community that could be finished in four hours and are unlikely to be done without Work on Wilmington.

Examples might include installing playground equipment, small construction projects, painting and landscaping or cleaning up a neighborhood or park. All nominations must be submitted by 12/31/09. www.Workonwilmington.org. Jennifer

Caslin 612-3757 or jcaslin@foodbankcenc.org AMERICAN RED CROSS Give the “Gift of Life” by donating blood with the American Red Cross! During the “Give Blood and Go!” campaign, each person who presents to donate blood with the Red Cross will have an opportunity to win one of three pairs of roundtrip Delta Air Lines domestic tickets. In addition, warm up with a cup of chili in the canteen after your donation on Mondays throughout October. The chili is provided by McAllister’s Deli. Donation hours are Mon/Wed, 12-6pm and Fri, 8am-2pm, Wilmington Blood Center, 1102 S. 16th St. (910)254-4483 or www.redcrossblood.org.

Theater/Auditions LITTLE WOMEN See pg. 16.

NIGHT OF JANUARY 16TH In this classic courtroom drama by Ayn Rand, Karen André is on trial for the murder of her boss and lover, Bjorn Faulkner. The prosecution presents their case, witnesses are called and questioned, the defense responds, and the audience becomes the jury. Did she push Faulkner to his death?

Did he fall, or commit suicide? You weigh the evidence and decide. This engrossing play has different endings, depending on the jury verdict. 11/12–15 at Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle Street, Wilmington. Showtimes are 8pm Thurs.-Sat., 3pm Sun. Stay for a “talkback” with the cast and crew after every Sun. performance.

Tickets avail. at Newcastle Antiques Center, 606 Castle Street 10am-5pm Mon.-Sat. $18, $15/seniors, $10/students & teachers. Big Dawg Productions (910)471-0242 TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Upper Room Theatre Company, the first Christian community theatre company in Wilmington, will perform Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on 11/19-11/22 at Lutheran Church of the Reconciliation’s Ministry Center, 7500 Market Street. Performances will be held at 7pm on 11/19 and 11/20, 3pm and 7pm on 11/21 and 3pm on 11/22. Tix $5/child, $7adult. Order in advance by calling (910) 685-6417. upperroomtheatre.org.

EL CENSO “El Censo (The Census)” One-Act Play in Spanish by the Mexican dramatist Emilio Carballido. The play will be introduced in English. 11/20-21; 5pm.

Randall Library Auditorium, UNCW. Free. Puro Teatro is a Spanish Student Theater. jmt4335@ uncw.edu THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO Red Barn Studio Theatre, 1122 S. 3rd Ave., presents The Last Night of Ballyhoo by Alfred Uhry, directed by Linda Lavin with sets by Steve Bakunas and Shane Fernando. The Last Night of Ballyhoo features Barbara Wilder, Eleanor Zeddies, Cullen Moss, Rachael Moser, Lee Lowrimore, Isabel Heblich and Henry Philip Blanton. Performances through 11/29. Sat. Matinee: 3pm, 11/14, 21.

Tickets: $23-25. (910) 762-0955.

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED...

Brunswick Little Theatre will hold auditions for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, on 11/15 at 3pm and 11/16 at 7pm in Building F on the campus of Brunswick Community College. Minimal dance requirements. Ability to learn movement is all that is needed, though dance training helpful. 11 men; 8 women. No need to prepare. Should wear comfortable clothing for movement. Auditions include dance/movement, singing of a section of a song from the show (we will teach you), and, if you would like, a page of a prepared song (bring sheet music or sing a cappella). Contact director Thom Clemmons: thomatoz50@hotmail.com.

Comedy THE BEARDS OF COMEDY The Nutt St. Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St., presents “The Beards of Comedy” on Fri., 11/13 at 9pm. “The Beard of Comedy” Tour is quickly becoming one of the hottest shows in the U.S, with four of the funniest, freshest (and yes, bearded)

faces in comedy, Dave Stone, Andy Sanford, TJ Young and Joe Zimmerman. Not your typical ‘southern’ comedians, the “Beards” deliver an original brand of humor that’s deeply rooted in stand-up, and lightly blended with avant-garde elements of music, sketch, and improv. Tickets are $5/advance or $8/door. 888-727-NUTT(6888) HEROES OF HUMOR NC comedians Kyle Davis, Crraig Travis, & King Rich (Justice League of Comedy) return to Nutt St. Comedy Room for special DVD taping of stand-up

EVERY WEEK: DANCE LESSONS!

Make a trip to the Carolina Lounge in the Ramada Inn each Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, and enjoy putting some pep in your step by embarking on Shag, Tango and other Latin dances. A DJ always spins the tunes, from rhythm and blues to Latin rhythm. Cover charges are minimal to learn a host of new moves. Times vary, from 7:30pm to 9pm entries, so call (910) 790-8598 for more information. comedy show. 255 N. Front St., basement of The Soapbox. Sat., 11/21; 8pm. $5/person. (910)2517881 or 888-727-NUTT

Music/Concerts BLUEGRASS EXPERIENCE Legendary band Bluegrass Experience celebrates 38th anniversary with concert at the Barn in Fearrington Village, midway between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro. Barbecue dinner plates avail. from BBQ Joint and Fearrington will host a cash bar. $13/advance. $15/door. $30/reserved seating up front. $500 sponsorship reserves table for 8. 11/13, 7pm. www.chathamarts.org. (919)542-0394.

The Wilmington Singles Club’s hosts dances each month at the Am. Legion from 8-11pm.

Admission is $8 for member and $10 for guests.

The November schedule is as follows: 11/6 with DJ Robert Clemmons, 11/13 with the Country Roads Band, 11/20 with Toney and Diane and 11/27 with DJ Robert Clemmons. No shorts, mimiskirts, or demin jeans. For details call Ken Batchelor: 3920718.

DANCE LESSONS AT CAROLINA LOUNGE Tues, 7:30pm, shag lessons with Brad and DJ Lee Pearson. • Fri., 7:30pm, Tango workshop with Paula. 9:30pm, salsa lessons with DJ Lalo. Cover charge $5, lesson free. • Sat., Latin rhythm. Doors open 9pm. 5001-A Market St, (910) 790-8598 AFRICAN DANCE CLASS African Dance Classes w/ instructor Shea-Ra Nichi. Shea-Ra Nichi teaches the movements and traditional music found in Haiti, Brazil, Cuba, and Congo Africa, with live drumming. Classes start 9/12 and are every other Sat. All ages and all levels welcome. 11/21, 7-8:30pm, $20 per class, Cumberland Dance Academy, 5470 Trade St., Hope Mills, cumberlanddanceacademy.com.

DANCE WORKSHOP SERIES Babs McDance Studio instructors teach a series of workshops covering a variety of dancing styles, technical instruction, and learning your responsibilities to your partner on the dance floor. • 11/15: Rhythm Dances. 11/22: Review and dinner/dance with Wilmington Big Band. 5-9pm.

Beau Rivage Clubhouse, 3rd floor. $175/couple or $90/single. One workshop (2 hours of instruction) is $45/couple, $25/single. All workshops are 3-5pm.

(910)392-9021 ext. 2.

DANCE-A-LORUS The Dance Cooperative and Cucalorus present “Dance-a-lorus,” an evening of innovative dance.

The concert will be held on 11/11 at 7:30pm, at City Stage. This exciting and experimental collaboration of choreographers, dancers and filmmakers is the opening performance for the 2009 Cucalorus. Tix

$15/person and can be ordered at www.cucalorus. org or by calling (910)343-5995.

AZALEA COAST DANCERS Azalea Coast Dancers USA Dance will be held on Sat., 11/14, at the New Hanover County Center Ballroom, corner of S. College and Shipyard Blvd.

At 6:45pm a basic level dance lesson will be held and at 7:30pm there will be open ballroom dancing to recorded music. $10 covers both.

Bring a finger food to share. Singles and couples welcome. Smoke and alcohol free environment.

910-799-1694 or acusabda@att.net CAPE FEAR CONTRA DANCERS The CFCD monthly Saturday night dance will be held on 11/28 at 7:30pm at the Riverside Community Building, Castle Hayne. Dance will feature live band Gale Storm and caller Linda Thomas. Appropriate for all levels and a teaching session with begin at 7:30 as a refresher course.

Tix $8/person or $5/student.

COUPLES TANGO & WINE Couples tango with complimentary glass of wine for both at Cameo in Lumina Station on Eastwood Rd. This is an intro. class with fun, professional, positive instruction. Continuing every Wed. night, 7-9pm.

FIREHOUSE STUDIO BELLY DANCING Beginning and mixed-level bellydance classes every Mon. 6:30pm-8pm . $12. Firehouse studio, 1702 Wrightsville Ave. CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests.

Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Carolina Beach, NC 620-4025 76’ERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB Modern Western Style Square Dance. Club meets Thurs. nights at 7pm at the Senior Center for a new workshop on square dancing. Info: 270-1639 ARGENTINE TANGO 7:30pm every Friday. $5 cover at the door, includes

CAROLINA VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE Ensemble presents the Glorias of Vivaldi and Frances Poulenc in concert, featuring Elisabeth MacKay Field, soprano, and Julia Feeman, mezzosoprano, and pro. instrumentalists. Sun., 11/15; 4pm. First Presbyterian Church, 125 S. 3rd St. Admission: donation. (910) 960-7464 or www. carolinavocalarts.org SOUNDS OF FREEDOM Music on Market Fine Arts Series presents an insprational Patriotic concert entitled “Sounds of Freedom” on Sat. 11/21 at 7:30pm at St. Andrews Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1415 Market St. The concert will feature will be the St Andrews Covenant Chorale, handbells, organ, Piano, and guest instrumentalists. The selections will be secular and God based and will be accompanied by colorful and inspiring slides, shown on our large screen.Admission is free but donations to Music on Market will be greatfully accepted.The concert will be performed on Sat., 11/21, at 7:30pm. Call 910-762-9693 or visit http://www.sacpc.org/.

NY METROPOLITAN OPERA LIVE UNCW’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is presenting The Met: Live in HD at Lumina Theatre at UNCW with a total of 9 live performances.

Ticket can be purchased per performance or for the entire season. www.uncw.edu/metopera. 910962-3195.

MUSIC INSTRUCTION Music instruction at Modern Music with Lucian Rowland, who has 20 years experience as a professional recording and performing musician. Private lessons available for guitar, mandolin, banjo, and bass. (910) 508-1111 or rockinrowland@hotmail.com.

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beginners lesson. Ramada Inn, New Carolina Lounge, 5001 Market St. Details: 790-8597.

WILMINGTON SALSA CLUB Meets 8:30-10pm, Wed. Feat. Salsa, Bachata, Merengue w/ Dawn Cattaneo. Beginner through advanced, $10/person. Singles/couples welcome, ages 18 and up. 105 Wetsid Rd. (910) 471-6809.

Art CREATIVE NONFICTION COMPETITION The Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition encourages the creation of nonfiction work that is outside the realm of conventional journalism.

Subjects may include traditional categories such as reviews,travel articles, profiles or interviews, place/history pieces, or culturecriticism. 1st: $300. 2nd: $200. 3rd: $100. Additionally, Southern Cultures magazine will consider the winner for publication. www.ncwriters.org. Eligibility and Guidelines: 1. Open to any writer who is a legal resident of NC or a member of NCWN. 2. Submit 2 copies of an original and previously unpublished manuscript of no more than 2,000 words, typed (12-point font) and double-spaced. 3. The author’s name should not appear on the manuscript.

Multiple submissions accepted, one manuscript per entry fee: $10/NCWN members, $15/nonmembers (You may pay member entry fee if you join NCWN with your submission.) 4. Entries will not be returned. Include a SASE for a list of winners.

Send submissions, indicating name of competition, to: Ed Southern, Executive Director PO Box 21591 Winston Salem, NC 27120-1591. Checks to North Carolina Writers’ Network. Deadline: 11/18.

BOTTEGA ART BAR & GALLERY All Bottega November events are free. • 11/15, 22, 29: Dale DJ’s “Fully Automatic Sound Machine.”

• 11/16, 30: Open Paint & Create - bring art-inprogress and have drinks. • 11/18, 25: Weekly Wine Tasting, live music, 7pm • 11/12: 7-9pm poetry workshop; 9-11pm Jean Jones” • 11/13: Wedlock • 11/14: Jon Senna • 11/19: Lizzy Pitch • 11/20:

DHIM • 11/21: Soul Slam VII 7pm sign up; 8pm show • 11/26: Thanksgiving, open 7pm, free meal, drink specials • 11/27: “Childhood Inspirations” opening reception, Perry Smith 6-11pm • 11/28: James Clark. 208 N. Front St. (910)763-3737 NATURE WARS The Independent Art Company features Abby Spangel Perry’s artwork entitled “Nature Wars” until 12/13 at the Wabi Sabi Warehouse, 19 N. Princess Street. www.abbyspangelperry.com CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB Exhibition of photographs at New Hanover County Public Library’s NE Branch located at 1241 Military Cutoff Road through 11/23. Local group of 100+ members, both amateur and professional, promises a show which represents their diverse talents and interests. The public is welcome during regular library hours: 9am-8pm Mon.-Tues.; 9am-6pm Wed.-Thurs.; and 9am-5pm Fri. and Sat. www.capefearcameraclub.org PEERING INTO NON-FICTION UNCW Ann Flack Boseman Gallery presents exhibit of student designed and constructed dioramas, partially three-dimensional, full-size replicas of a landscape. Located on the second floor of the Fisher University Union, gallery’s been transformed museum style, feat. wall-sunken dioramas. Brings this year’s UNCW Common Reading Experience selection, A Long Way Gone, to life. The work by Ishmael Beah explores the life of a child soldier. Caroline Cropp: croppc@ uncw.edu BRAD CARNEY EXHIBIT Brad Carney, painter/muralist, will make his NC debut with an exhibition of new paintings at Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St. (910) 343-1395 PHOTOGRAPHING AMERICA CONTEST UNCW’s Dept. of Art and Art History are holding a photography contest entitled: “Photographing America.” Photos must express the state of contemporary American life, which includes all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Cash award will be made for Best of Show, Juror’s Award and Honorable Mention. Deadline for entries:

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postmarked 11/13. Entry fee: $35. www.uncw. edu/art/academics-gallery.html RE-VISION: A CHANGE OF ART Works of art from UNCW’s Creative Writing Department. Through 11/13. Including MFA student readings, refreshments and art by the artist-writers. Parallelogram, corner of 3rd and Castle streets. Hours: 1-6 pm, Wed.-Sat. Voluntary donations benefit DREAMS of Wilmington.

SUPERSTITIOUS EXHIBIT Superstitious, an exhibit of photography, painting and graphic art featuring art by Keith Ketchum and Erich Nickens will be held on Fri. 11/13 from 7-10pm at Charley Brownz, 21 S. Front St. www. keithketchum.com FILL THE CUPBOARD ART SHOW FASTFRAME Gallery presents 2nd annual show: “Ordinary View, Extraordinary Vision.”

Features Terry Rosenfelder, M. Matteson Smith, Sara Westermark. Food and financial contributions supporting local food banks accepted. Exhibit runs 11/13-12/31. Opening reception, 11/13; 5-7:30pm; wine tasting and appetizers by The Sandwich pail. Landfall Center, 1319 Military Cutoff Rd. 256-1105. www. fastframeofwilmington.com PAINT WILMINGTON 2009 11/14-12/31. Artists from around the country come to Wilmington to paint area’s marshes and trees in autumn. 11/14, exhibition open to public 9am-6pm. “Paint Wilmington!” 2009 exhibit hanging thru 12/31. Walls Fine Art Gallery 2713 Wrightsville Ave. (910)343-1703. wallsgallery. com YELLOW. RED. BLUE. The Wilmington Wine Company, 605 Castle St., is pleased to present, “YELLOW. RED. BLUE: primarily primary” an exhibit in yellow, red and blue by local artist, Bonnie England. This colorful exhibit will be on display through 12/7, with an opening reception Sat., 11/21, 6-8pm.

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ADULT DRAWING CLASSES Through 11/24, 6pm-9pm: The Life Drawing Group meets weekly in the Reception Hall. Easels and tables provided. Only dry drawing materials and watercolors (no oils or solvents) can be used in this space Group draws from a live model. Register e-mail georgia@cameronartmuseum.com, or call the Education Department 910.395.5999 ext.

1019.

FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT Fourth Friday Gallery Nights are a free monthly, featuring downtown galleries and studios: Bottega Gallery & Art Bar, Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts, Port City Antiques, Montage Gallery at WHQR, New Elements Gallery, Peacocks Fine Art Atelier, Montage Gallery at 310, Golden Gallery, Acme Art Studios, Selectables, Una Luna, Burchetta Glassblowing Studio & Gallery, Creations By Justine Gallery & Studio and Wilmington Art Association. Self-guided tour,featuring exhibitions of various artistic genres, include opening receptions, artist discussions, live music, wine, food and other traditional art-related activities.

11/27, 6-9pm.

BOOKSIGNINGS Meet Chef chip Leskody for a booksigning along with a chance to sample tasty treats and get tips from his popular cookbook “Cape Fear Cookery.”You’ve seen him on WECT-TV’s “Carolina in the Morning.” Fri., 11/13, 2-4pm. Join Jacqueline Ogburn for an introduction to her book “The Bakeshop Ghost.” This delightful children’s book was made into a short documentary showing at the Cuculorus Festival Sat. morning, 11/14.

Ms. Ogburn will be signing books at Two Sisters Bookery in The Cotton Exchange from 2-4pm on Sat., 11/14. Refreshments. Free to the public.

Children welcome. 318 Nutt Street. 762-4444

Museum CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Events: 11/11-13: Native American Week. 11/14: Kids-a-Lorus, 9am-1pm. 12/6: Candyland Christmas Event. 12/11-12 & 12/19-20: Candy Cottages. 12/31: New Year’s Noon Countdown.

Museum open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. Sat, 10am5pm. Sun, 1-5pm. 116 Orange St. (910)254-3534. playwilmington.org NC AQUARIUM EXHIBITS: “A Look at Life Through a Lens” photography by Matt Lettrich on display September- November in the new Spadefish gallery art exhibit. Admission: $8 adults; $7 seniors; $6 ages 6-17. Free for: children under 6, registered groups of N.C. school children, and NC Aquarium Society members. • Albino Alligator at Fort Fisher—a new, rare jewel, approximately four years old, is five feet long and weighs about 23 pounds. EVENTS: Featuring events like: Behind

the Scenes Tour, $15; Salt Marsh and Crabbing, ages 7+, $16.; Mommy and Me/Daddy and Me, adults and kids aged 1-3, $13/pair, $1/add’l child; Aquarist Apprentice, ages 10+, $25; Children’s Discovery Time, pre-school age only, $5. Behind the Scenes Tour, $15/adult, $13/youth (8yo & up); Canoeing the Salt Marsh, ages 8+, $25; Breakfast with the Fishes, $15 ages 6+, $5 ages 2-5.

Pre-reg all events: ncaff.registrar@ncmail. net or 910-458-7468. Event prices do not include admission, NCA members get a discount. Near the mouth of the CF River, on U.S. 421, less than a mile from the Ft. Fisher ferry terminal. Hours: 9am-5pm daily. Admission: $8 adults; $7 seniors; $6 ages 6-17. Free for children under 6; registered groups of N.C. school children, and NC Aquarium Society members. www. ncaquariums.com.

year as individual works are rotated. Toying with Art opening Thurs., 12/12 6-8pm • CLASSES: Yoga: Every Thurs.; 12pm; $5/members; $8/nonmembers. Exercises to enhance relaxation, breath control and meditation with Sara Jo Nelson. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat. Beginners welcome. • Tai Chi, Wed. 12pm. $5/members, $8/

NOW: OUT WILMINGTON BOWLING LEAGUE

Have a penchant for The Big Lebowski? White Russians?

The LGBT community? Well, roll all of those loves into one and join the Out Wilmington Bowling League, which plays every Sunday at 5pm at Ten Pin Alley. They won’t meet for Columbus or Thanksgiving day weekend; however, they always need a hand to throw a strike. Call for more information: (910) 409-4751.

CAPE FEAR MUSEUM NHC residents admitted free to Museum the 1st Sun. of every month. Museum open Mon. through Labor Day 2009. Hours: 9am5pm Tues-Sat. and 1-5pm, Sun. Admission is $6 for adults; $5 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $5 special military rate with valid military ID; $3 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members are always free. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sunday of each month. 814 Market St.

CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM Cool down in front of “Anaconda Splash” exhibit in the indoor tropical jungle. See, photograph and even touch rare animals assembled from all over the planet in beautiful simulations of their natural environments. Meet colorful jungle birds, crocodiles, king cobras, black mambas and many more. Open from 11am-5pm, Sat. from 11am-6pm. 20 Orange Street at Front Street on historic downtown riverwalk. (910) 762-1669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.

BELLAMY MANSION One of NC’s premier architectural and historic treasures, built as city residence of prominent planter, Dr. John D. Bellamy. Antebellum architecture: a mix of Greek Revival and Italianate styles. Open for tours Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm; closed Mons. Guided tours on the hour; self-guided audio-tours also available.

Current Exhibit: “Walking in the Footsteps of: Gen. William T. Sherman.” Adults, $10; children 5-12, $4; group tours, $8 (20+ requires reservations).

251-3700 ext. 104; www.BellamyMansion.org.

• Offers a backdrop to create a holiday event of historic proportions. The Mansion is one of our state’s premier historic treasures, featuring lush gardens, grand columns, wrap-around porches, brass chandeliers, Victorian-style carpets, ornate molding, and marble fireplaces. Call for holiday or seasonal rentals.

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

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

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

CAMERON ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Kaleidoscope: Changing Views of the Permanent Collection. Feat. art from the Cameron Art Museum’s collection: paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures, photographs, furniture, decorative arts, from the museum’s permanent collection. Configuration will change through the

non-members. A slow, meditative form of exercise designed for relaxation, balance and health taught

by Martha Gregory. Wear comfortable clothing.

Beginners welcome. • Couples Tango: Start your weekend with a tango; bring your dance partner to the Cameron Art Museum for this four-part series of fun morning sessions with Kent Boseman, tango instructor. Wear loose fitting clothing and come prepared to dance in your socks. Classes meet on Sat. 11/28,12/5, and 12/19 from 11-1pm. Cost: $60 per couple, pre-registration required by 11/3 by emailing daphne@cameronartmuseum. South 17th Str. and Independence Blvd. Regular museum hours: Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri.: 11am-2pm, Saturday and Sunday: 11am-5m. Members free;$8 nonmembers; $5 Students with valid student ID card; $3 Children age 2 -12 www.cameronartmuseum. com or (910)395-5999.

www.adventurepathways.com OUT WILMINGTON BOWLING LEAGUE Out Wilmington Bowling league happens Sundays at 5pm. The League goes for 12 weeks through 12/13. Breaks for Columbus Day and Thanksgiving Day weekend. Bowling league meets at Ten Pin Alley to set up teams and go over the basic rules.

Arrive on time to participate. Michael Kerr: (910)409-4751; mkerr62@gmail.com HALYBURTON PARK FITNESS CLASSES • Pilates: Tues., 11/10-1/12. 5:30 or 6:30pm. $60/person. Instructor: Jamie Annette. Wed., 11/119-01/13. 6pm. $65/person. Instructor: Ellen Longenecker. Thurs., 11/12-01/28. IntermediateAdvanced. No Class on 11/26 or 12/24. 6pm. $65/person. Instructor: Ellen Longenecker.

•Yoga: Tues., 11/10-01/12. 7:30pm. $60/person.

Wed: 11/11-01/13. 9am. $65/person. Thurs.

11/12-01/28. No Class on 11/26 or 12/24. 7pm. $65/person. Fri. 11/13/09-01/15/10. 9am. $65/ person. Pre-registration required for all classes.

(910)341-3237. www.halyburtonpark.com SUNRISE MEDITATION AND IAIDO TRAINING Sunrise meditation and iaido training will take place at the surf’s edge at Wrightsville Beach, Sat. 11/14. “Bokens” (wooden swords) will be provided. Call Keith and Deborah McDuffie 6753757 toregister. We will start around 6:30am. This event runs on the second Sat. every month. Free and open INTEGRATIVE HEALING FORUM Integrative Healing Forum welcomes meditation instructor and spiritual health counselor, Elizabeth Smith, to the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Center, 4313 Lake Ave. on 11/16, 6:45-8:15pm. Elizabeth offers meditation and relaxation techniques, so each person is given the opportunity to discover the most direct and comfortable path to the stillness that dwells within all of us.

3-MONTH WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE Join Holistic Health Counselor Cortney Shallow in a 3-month group weight loss challenge. The goal of weight loss from a holistic point of view is to identify the root causes of weight gain which may be different from one individual to another. Group classes will meet twice a month for 3 months and you will meet with Cortney twice a month per month to receive personal one-on-one health counseling to meet goals specific to you. Whomever loses the most weight for each group gets their money back paid in full! $400 for full challenge. Limited space.

Register by 12/18 and receive $50 off. Wed. classes 1/13-03/24, 6-7pm. or Thurs. classes 11/14-03/25 10-11am. Reg.: 264-8465 or cortneyshallow@ gmail.com THE BETSY LEWIS TENNIS CHALLENGE Registration is open for the 2nd Betsy Lewis Tennis Challenge at Holly Tree Racquet Club and Pine Valley Country Club on 11/20-21. Proceeds benefit Zimmer Cancer Center, specifically the Healing Arts division. Create your own team of 2 women and 2 men, or sign up and be assigned to a team. Dinner will be provided on Fri. night, and breakfast and lunch on Sat. Registration: $25.00 per person. Contact Mark: 910-520-6861.

WATERFORD VILLAGE SHOPPES Waterford Fresh Market: Thursday 8-1pm, feat. Shelton Herb Farms, Restless Wind Nursery, Green Acres, My Porch Dawg, Tarheel Beef Co., Lisa’s Farm Fresh Produce, Castle Hayne Farms, Orchid Scapes, Earnest Swart and more! Waterford Village Shoppes . Vendors can rent spaces for anywhere b/n $10 and $200 depending on weekly/monthly/annual contracts.

Electricity is not available for vendors. Imports or flea market/yard sale type items are not allowed.

Homegrown and homemade items only may be sold at the Market. Arts and crafts vendor applications will be reviewed by the Market Committee for approval. Lisa Britt: 910-392-9325 or brittl@theharrelsoncompany.com • Fall Festival at Waterford Village Shoppes, schedule for 11/7.

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. 303 West Salisbury Street. wbmuseum.com.

Sports/Recreation PORT CITY WRESTLING CLUB Port City Wrestling Club has been established in Wilmington, NC to provide a safe and friendly environment for kids of all ages to learn wrestling skills and techniques, improve overall fitness and use teamwork to accomplish long and short-term goals. PCW provides instruction for beginner, moderate and advanced student athletes. The mission of Port City Wrestling is to improve the caliber of wrestling in eastern North Carolina by providing college level instruction for the serious student-athlete to improve and expand their knowledge of the sport. Visit www. portcitywrestling.com, 6019 Oleander Dr. For rates and more info email portcitywrestling@me.com.

ADVENTURE PATHWAYS Adventure Pathways presents its Fall programs.

• Paddling, Rice Creek. Wed., • Mountain Biking, Blue Clay Park. Sat., 11/14; 8:15am-12pm. A guide will lead you on all the trails you dare to ride at this Castle Hayne park. Range from beginner to intermediate. Kids welcome with adult supervision.

Two children’s bikes avail. for use. $10/person. • Hiking Club, Sugarloaf Trail. Mon., 11/16; 8:30am11:30am. 50 ft. high Sugarloaf Dune at Carolina Beach State Park is a landmark on the Cape Fear River. Trail is 3 miles. $10/person. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. (910)341-0836 or

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Lisa Britt: 910-392-9325 CAPE FEAR HISTORY BOWL Enter the first Cape Fear History Bowl. For adult contestants. 2/11, 7pm at the Historic New Hanover County Court House. $200/team.

10/2 reg. deadline. The winner will recieve a name engraved Cape Fear History Bowl trophy.

Teams should include 4 members plus one alternate. Contact Bill Holt: 910.791.1602 or Candace McGreevy at The Latimer House, 3 & Orange Streets: 910.762.0492 or cmcgreevy@ latimerhouse.org.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH PARKS & REC Adult Flag Football League: Games are played on Sundays. • Tennis Lessons. Currently registering for group tennis lessons, adult, youth, and tot. Classes meet Mon/Wed at Tennis Courts at Wrightsville Beach Park. Adult, Youth ages 9-12, and Tots ages 6-8. • Yoga. Tues/Wed, beginning at 6:30pm. Meet in the Fran Russ Rec. Center • Pilates: Mon/Wed/Fri, 10:15-11:15am. Beginner Pilates on Tues/Thurs, 7:30-8:15am • Low Impact Aerobics. Mon/Wed/Fri, 8-9am and 9-10am. All ages welcome, catered towards Ages 60+. • Tone & Stretch. Tues/Thurs, 8:30-9:15am. All ages welcome, catered towards Ages 60+. • Boot Camp fitness class meets Tues/Thurs, 6-7am. Pre-reg. required. Meets in the Fran Russ Recreation Center.

910-256-7925.

SCENIC CRUISES OF THE CAPE FEAR Wonderful experience of a cruise on Lorelei of the beautiful and scenic Cape Fear River. Seeing the river from the comfort offered by Lorelei will give you a clear appreciation of its ecological as well as its historical significance. A cruise on Lorelei is a great way to celebrate an anniversary, wedding, birthday, a day with family members or just a way to relax and get away. Mention encore and receive ‘Beat the Heat’ family Special : $25 Discount on our Sunset Cruise. Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington.

Doug Springer: (910) 602-3862.

Film JUGGLING GYPSY SUBVERSIVE SERIES Nov. will feature an all musical line of subversive films. The series is open to all fims that deal with political, religous, and/or cultural issues. Juggling Gypsy: 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223. Films start at 8pm, followed by the Behind the Garage experimental music series. • 11/15: Fringalorus: An after Cucalorus film event. • 11/22: “Hedwig and the Angry Inch:” Hedwig, born a boy named Hansel in East Berlin, fell in love with an American G.I. and underwent a sex-change operation in order to marry him and flee to the West. Unfortunately, nothing worked out quite as it was supposed to - years later, Hedwig is leading her rock band on a tour of the U.S., telling her life story through a series of concerts at Bilgewater Inn seafood restaurants. • 11/29: “The Dark Side of Oz:” The classic Wizard of Oz synced up with Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon.

RED CROSS FILM CONTEST The Cape Fear Chapter of the American Red Cross is proud to announce a video contest to promote their new social media based volunteer recruitment initiative. The Cape Fear Chapter is asking residents of New Hanover, Brunswick, Duplin, Columbus, and Pender counties to create an original video promoting the need for American Red Cross disaster volunteers. Rules for the contest can be found on the Cape Fear Chapter’s Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ ARCCapeFear. Submissions due 11/15. Facebook fans will be able to vote for the winner 11/15-20.

Winning video will be featured in conjunction with the launch of the chapter’s new social media website www.ARCCapeFearConnect.com on November 21.

CUCALORUS FILM FESTIVAL See pages 5-11.

TOUCH A TRUCK Junior League of ILM and New Hanover County’s More at Four Pre-K Program provides children 210 yrs. with hands-on opportunity to explore big trucks and heavy machinery and meet the people who operate them. Toddler and kid zones; arts and crafts; face painting; inflatables; interactive

games; music; vehicle demonstrations; story times; prizes; athlete meet and greets; mascots.

Sun., 11/15; Mayfaire Towne Center behind World Market; 11am-4pm. $5/person; $15/family of 4.

Children under 1, free.

ACE TENNIS PROGRAM Boys and girls, ages 8-18 years. old. All levels!

Practices held Mon/Wed/Fri, 4:30-6pm. Games and practices held at tennis courts, Martin Luther King Center, 401 S. 8th St. 910-3417803 or 910-341-0057.

COMMUNITY HELPERS Builders, policemen, firefighters, dentists and other helpers will be at the Fit for Fun Center on 11/20; 10am-12pm, for kids ages 5 and under to meet. Doors open 9am. $5/child, free/adults. www.fitforfuncenter.com 341-4630.

Lectures/Readings CAPE FEAR HEALTH POLICY CHAIRMAN Cape Fear Health Policy Council Chairman William Graham will speak and answer questions about health care, emerging initiatives, and their Website at a League of Women Voters of the Lower Cape Fear luncheon. Wed., 11/18; 11:30am, McAlister’s Deli. Public welcome. Lois Basiliere: 520-4494.

Classes BEGINNERS’ FENCING Cape Fear Fencing Association (CFFA) will offer its next beginners’ fencing class will start Mon. Taught by Head Coach Greg Spahr, the six-week class will be held Mon. and Wed. evenings from 6:30-7:30pm and costs $40. Class will meet in the lower level of Tileston Gym at St. Mary’s on the corner of 5th and Ann streets. All equipment is supplied by the CFFA. Beginning fencing classes include the basic elements of fencing, the history of the sport, foundational techniques, conditioning, refereeing, and tournament strategy. Graduates will have the option of continuing to fence with the CFFA which offers fencing Tues., Wed. and Thurs. evenings at 7:30 p.m.

ACTORS ECONOMY BUSTER TRAINING Actors Economy Buster Training from Big Dawg Productions at the Cape Fear Playhouse. 11/14; 12pm-2pm: Make Your Kid a Star. Designed for parents & guardians of minor children entering acting business. Set up to teach parents methods to promote children without becoming “stage parents.” Suggested donation $10/person. More or less donation welcome. All classes at The Cape Fear Play House; 615 Castle St. (910)352-7678.

PORTERS NECK YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Porters Neck Yoga Teacher Training 2009 with Kersten Mueller RYT500. Through Feb 2010.

Yoga Alliance Certified 200 Hour Vinyasa Training Program.Become the living essence of yoga in our 6 month intensive yoga teacher training program. Weekend Intensives include a vast array of information in a non-traditional way of learning, hands on assists, anatomy labs, and a group of students to build the foundation of your training.Tuition: $2000, for more info email portersneckyogaspa@yahoo.com or call 910686-6440 (includes yoga classes @ the studio).

Porters Neck Yoga Reflexology Certification:3 month Certification: 11/13-15 with Monique Mueller, Certified Reflexologist and Instructor. This in depth Reflexology Certification Course is based on the Zollinger’s BodySystems Method of Reflexology. 14-week training designed to provide all the necessary skills and knowledge.

Tuition: $740 ($650 if reg by 8/15). For more info email portersneckyogaspa@yahoo.com or call 910-686-6440.

COASTAL NAVIGATION CLASS The US Coast Guard will offer a 6-lesson course through 11/19 in which students will learn to read and understand coastal navigation charts, how to read and correct compass hedings, using navigator tools and instuments, and learn about piloting and dead reckoning. Course meets from 7-9pm Mon. & Thurs. at Cape Fear Community College, Downtown Campus. Cost: $50, includes text, workbook and navigational chart. To register

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call Lois: 620-0247 or Barry:515-1685.

PORTERS NECK YOGA & SPA Fall into taking better care of yourself at Porter’s Neck Yoga & Spa: www.portersneckyogaspa.com or 686-6440 for weekly specials and coupons. New

join the CAPe FeAR CAMeRA CLUB!

www.creativewilmington.com. Jerry Guba: (910) 392-2559.

CAPE FEAR ROLLER GIRLS Love to Roller Skate? If you are interested in playing roller derby, being a derby referee, or derby volunteer please contact the Cape Fear Roller Girls: info@capefearrollergirls.com or visit our website www.capefearrollergirls. com. All skill levels welcomed!

Pull out that old 35 milimeter or that new nikon D300 and inquire about joining Wilmington’s Cape Fear Camera Club. The club meets the third Wednesday every month, 7:30pm, from September through June in the Cultural Arts Building, Room 2033, on UNCW’s campus.

Visit their Web site at www.capefearcameraclub.com for more information, or call Jerry Guba at (910) 392-2559 to find out how to join. yoga class with Robbyn: Sun, 4pm. Begginners tango class: Thursday nights, 7:30pm, $6.

A PLACE TO BEAD Beading classes and parties for all ages! Basic stringing and basic earring making offered weekly.

Precious Metal Clay and multiple wire wrapping classes offered monthly. Special projects and advanced classes offered on weekends. Every Sunday join local artist’s for Bead Therapy.

Please call 910-799-2928 or check out www. aplacetobead.com for times and prices.

Clubs/Notices HOLIDAY PARADE PARTICIPANTS WANTED City of Wilm. looking for community groups, school organizations, bands and businesses for the Wilmington Holiday Parade to be held on Sun., 12/6; 5:10pm. Entry forms and parade route maps are now available: www.wilmingtonnc.gov. Entry deadline: Wed., 11/18; 5pm. Only 100 entries will be accepted. Tammy Skinner, tammy.skinner@ wilmingtonnc.gov or (910)341-4602.

CREATIVE WOMEN’S EXCHANGE Creative Women’s Exchange, a newly formed group of creative minds with a mission to be Wilmington’s primary catalyst of creative inspiration and support for women through events, workshops, monthly meetings, mentorship, projects and the open exchange of ideas and services will be resuming monthly meetings. The next meeting will be held on 11/9 at The Greenlight Lounge from 7-9pm.

21 N. Front St. www.creativewomensexchange. com or (910)352-0236.

YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF NHC Meet the first and third Tuesday every month at the downtown public library, third floor, 6:30pm.

Ages 18-35.

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions. Daily continuous tours offered Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm. Market and Water Streets. $11 for adults, $5 for children under 12.

Call 251-8889 or visit www.horsedrawntours. com HOME EDUCATION ARTS HEArts (Home Education Arts) is a Wilmington, NC based homeschool group for families interested in using creative, integrated techniques to facilitate learning at home. We are a fully inclusive, nonsectarian group that embraces diversity. Members plan park play dates, fieldtrips, parties, classes and spontaneous activities. We meet online at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ HEArts_HomeEducationArts/. Sheree Harrell: 910-632-9454.

CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB The club meets the third Wed. of each month, Sept. thru June, 7:30pm UNCW campus in the Cultural Arts Building. www.capefearcameraclub.com or

NANNY NETWORKING Wilmington Nanny Support Group is a free nannynetworking, support and educational group for local in-home child care providers, who meet as needed daily online at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ WilmingtonNannySupport/ and weekly at 100 per series.

WILMINGTON NEWCOMERS CLUB Open to new residents in Brunswick, New Hanover & Pender Counties. Meets 2nd Thursday of month at 9:30am at the Ramada Inn and Conference Center, 5001 Market Street, between Kerr Ave. and New Centre Drive. Nancy Brennan (910) 270-6062; nabrennan@charter.net

HOME EDUCATION ARTS HEArts: Home Education Arts is a homeschooling group which enables children to learn other subject matter through the Arts. Sheree Harrell, 632-9454, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ HEArts_HomeEducationArts/ CAPE FEAR WEDDING ASSOCIATION Meet and greets the third Wednesday of each month. $25, members free. capefearweddingassociation.com CELEBRATE RECOVERY WOMEN’S GROUP Overcoming hurts, habits, hang-ups together!

First Thurs. of the month, 7:30pm at Connection Café Mtg. Room 250-1 Racine Dr.; 910-297-7854 Sponsored by Grace Harbor Church YWCA YWCA Bridge club, Mon: 12:30-3:30pm. Open to all players new to duplicate and those with less than 50 points. Marie Killoran: 452-3057 or Shirley Dail: 799-4287 • Aquatics, adult and kids exercise programs available • Scrabble Club meets Thurs.at 6:30pm, YWCA Bridge Center in Marketplace Mall. Bruce Shuman: 256-9659 or Gary Cleaveland: 458-0752. www. scrabble-assoc.com • Chess Club meets Thurs. at 6:30pm. David Brown: 675-1252 or 3438002; at the Bridge Center, 41 Market Place Mall. www.wilmingtonchess.com • MommiePreneurs, a network/support group of women entrepreneurs, meet the 1st Wed. of month at YWCA. 2815 S. College Rd; 910-799-6820. www. ywca.org PSORIASIS SUPPORT GROUP Meets the 2nd Saturday of the month at Port City Java in Harris Teeter on College and Wilshire, 5pm. Christopher: (910) 232-6744 or cvp@ yahoo.com. Free; meet others with psoriasis and get educated on resources and program assistance.

AD/HD SUPPORT GROUPS CHADD volunteers facilitate support groups for people affected by AD/HD. Our Parent Support Group for parents of children with AD/HD meets the second Mon of ea. month at the YWCA of the Lower Cape Fear (S. College Road at Holly Tree) from 7-9pm. Our Adult Support Group for adults who have AD/HD themselves meets monthly on the second Tuesday at the same place and time. Free and areavailable on a dropin basis to residents of New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick Counties.Karen: WilmCHADD@ aol.com.

CAPE FEAR KNITTERS Wilmington chapter of the Knitting Guild of America holds monthly meetings the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am-noon, at UNCW, Bear Hall, Rm 208. Open to all interested in the skill of knitting. We will teach those interested in learning and help current knitters increase their knowledge and skill. Judy Chmielenski: 910-383-0374. www.tkga.com

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