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In honor of Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity’s 30th anniversary they’re building a house in 30 hours. A kick-off event will start on site at 2500 Oakley Rd., Castle Hayne, on Wed., Oct. 18 (time TBD) and start building Thurs., Oct. 19 at 7 a.m. The build will be non-stop and completed at 2 p.m. on Fri., Oct. 20. Volunteers welcome!

The home will benefit a mother and her 7-year-old son, who have dreamed of owning a home of their very own. For more, visit www.capefearhabitat.org.

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MUSIC>> The Cape Fear Jazz Society is celebrating its 20th year of service to Port City jazz fans with their annual gala, during which they raise funds for events like Jazz at the Mansion series (right), held each summer at Bellamy Mansion. Courtesy image.

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NEWS>>LIVE LOCAL

LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL:

What cost are we paying for the generation, and what are we costing them?

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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BIRTH STORY: Midwives like Ina May Gaskin, CPM, (above) founder of The Farm Midwifery Center in Tennessee.

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utting a price tag on human life is a pretty dodgy practice at best. One of things I find so odd about the American experience is both birth and death are incredibly expensive here. Though I personally have no desire to add to the population of the planet, I am surrounded by people who are interested in making the world a more crowded place. Recently, I got to be one of three co-hostesses of a baby shower for expectant first-time parents. It was not my first go-round with baby showering, but I think it was my most insightful.

parents (as opposed to well-meaning young friends—as many of my earlier shower experiences) and grandparents. It was not about giving toys, scrapbook materials or decorative items. For all the fun of the evening, the gifts were focused on serious, useful items. Swadlers, hooded towels, onesies, butt cream, bibs, receiving blankets, bath materials, and crib sheets dominated the gifts. Looking at the gift table, I was struck by a couple of thoughts:

must be monumental—though defraying it with gifts from friends—but absolutely essential.

Just for a point of comparison, I am estimating to spend $1,200 to $1,400 on bed linens, curtains and bath accoutrements per room for the bed and breakfast I am trying to open. I expect to get two to three years of wear from sheets and towels at the B&B. But with a baby? In three years they’ve gone through a bassinet, crib and First, it really is the voice of experience are on to a big-girl/boy bed! The same for trying to help set up the new baby and par- clothes: Between birth and 3 years old, the ents for success. changes in development of a child are inThe majority of guests were experienced Second, the cost of stocking a nursery credible—from almost immobile to climb-

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ing and running! It must be why, when two mommies are gathered together, offers of hand-me-down clothes and linens are prevalent.

But how much money are we really talking here to rear a child?

The USDA has an online calculator to give folks an idea of what annual expenditures for child-rearing would be. Out of curiosity, I filled in the required fields, and imagined I have a newborn, living with my partner in a Southern city of the U.S. with an annual household income of less than $59,200. It came back with below information:

Expected annual expenses for housing, $3,670; food, $1,727; transportation, $1,600; clothing, $1,003; healthcare, $978; childcare, $2,819; and miscellaneous, $495 for a grand total of $12,294, which is $6 under the expected national average.

Jock would point out how none of that is taking into account the Border Collie he considers an absolute essential in rearing children. His argument goes something along the lines of Nana Darling from “Peter Pan,” but in a more focused sort of way:

Thank the gods for small favors.

“They regard kids as their sheep to heard and care for,” he tells people. “They Now, it does not appear to take into will round up the kids and move them to account a lot of upfront expenses like wherever you point.” car seats and new furniture (high chairs, changing tables, etc.). Nor, frankly, does But back to the topic at hand... $2,819 sound like a realistic number for eiThese are costs after the new little huther daycare or education. (It breaks down man has actually appeared in the world. to just under $59 a week.) Certainly, that Leading up to their arrival is stunningly exis not taking into account the rising costs pensive. The New York Times reported in of higher education and hope of a college 2012 the average vaginal birth in America education—nor afterschool care or any costs $9,775, and the average C-section additional lessons, like dance or music, costs $15,041. Prenatal care has a huge let alone the cost of childcare during sum- spread in the U.S. from women who remers. ceive absolutely no prenatal care at all Babycenter.com, which is owned by Johnson and Johnson, has a one-time cost calculator for baby’s first year that estimates $4,265 for items like strollers, diaper pail, child-proofing supplies, infant bath tub, tub for older baby, crib mattress, carrier, etc. They also advise daycare centers run from $700 to $1,200 a month. That seems a little closer to the numbers I hear from parents.

because they couldn’t afford it or do not have access to it, to thousands of dollars a month in visits, tests and imaging. The more high-risk the pregnancy, the more oversight and care needed. Unfortunately, it’s not always provided or available. Home births using a midwife vary in price but reports seem to average out between $1,500 to $3,000 as an expected range of cost for the delivery. That is significantly less than

a hospital birth, and for many people, is a choice made not so much motivated by cost but from a deep philosophical sense about the birth process, religious reasons, use of drugs, or the mother’s voice in the process.

ception, forward? Yes, support and guidance of family and friends is remarkable and wonderful, but access to healthcare shouldn’t be an obstacle to overcome in 21st-century America.

Home birthing has been steadily regaining popularity in the United States since Ina May Gaskin published “Spiritual Midwifery” in 1975. One of the founders of The Farm at Summertown, Tennessee, Gaskin became a leader of the home-birth movement in America in the second half of the 20th century.

The outpouring of generosity continuing to drive the human spirit is pretty amazing. Few things bring it to the fore as quickly or as strongly as the needs of babies and children. Thank heavens others shoulder the burden; I, for one, am quite grateful to enjoy my role as an honorary aunt and observe from afar. But that does not exonerate me from worrying about what sort of world we are leaving for the next generation. Among the many hopes for them include a world where when they have children, quality healthcare will be a right for everyone, not a privilege for some.

All of those figures assume everyone is perfectly healthy. None of the figures take into account additional struggles and expenses of not having a healthy baby or mother. Right now, we are in the process of removing protections for people seeking insurance who have pre-existing medical conditions. Mind you, this is in a climate when being a woman is already considered a medical condition and pregnancy to be a punishable offense.

We can’t seriously discuss birth control, nor do we seem to want to pay for quality prenatal care or early childhood medical care, either. Maybe that is a conversation we really need to have in a more frank and open manner. How do we start off the next generation for success from the time of con-

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NEWS>>FEATURE

THE DUKE ENERGY RATE HIKE: Finding out who’s for it and who’s against it

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BY: JOHN WOLFE

n June 1, 2017, Duke Energy filed an application with the North Carolina Utilities Commission to increase retail rates by 14.5 percent. The rate increase would generate an additional $477.5 million for the utility, which claims it would use the funds to modernize its systems, clean up the toxic coal-ash sites they have scattered across the state, and allow them to better respond to storms.

The predicted additional cost to the average consumer is in the neighborhood of $20 per month.

Last Thursday I and nearly 100 other people—customers and citizens of Wilmington and surrounding areas—attended a public hearing at the NHC Judicial Building, which moved last minute from the courthouse, to discuss the proposed rate hike. Also attending the meeting were the NC Utilities Commission, led by chairman Edward Finley, Duke Energy community relations manager Jennifer Pittman and legal representative Robert Kaylor, and attorneys Tim Dodge and Robert Josie, who represent the using and consuming public.

ago). They also have a captive customer base, which provides consistent revenue, something which many corporations envy.

Drawing on this, Alena Szmant, a professor at UNCW, noted, “The utility already has taken money from us and didn’t use it well—it doesn’t seem fair. We shouldn’t have to pay for their shoddy operational practices and poor planning.” She continued on how the investors should pay for the coal-ash cleanup, and called for a switch to renewable energy and investment in solar power and offshore wind, rather than natural gas.

As the meeting wore on, it became apparent everyone in attendance was opposed, often fiercely, to the rate hike.

Around two dozen people testified, without a single proponent of the idea. After leaving the meeting, and in the spirit of fair and equal journalism, which tells both sides of a story, I set out on a breakneck, statewide search to find anybody—anybody besides the board, CEO, and shareholders of Duke Energy, that is—in favor of this rate hike.

Using the tripartite tools of coffee, adrenaline and sarcastic imagination, I searched from Boone to Brunswick County. I interviewed all 10.15 million people who live in North Carolina—in three short days, nonetheless—and got many speeding tickets and only 14 minutes of sleep, but that’s the sacrifice made for seeking truth. So here are the only five people I found, statewide, who think it’s a good idea:

The meeting got off to a bumpy start when Chairman Finley’s opening statements were shouted down by the audience’s repeated requests to talk into a microphone. The situation was rectified, and after a sworn statement by the Utilities Commission that they held “no conEmmet, 55 years old, from Rutherfordflicts of interest,” the floor opened for pub- ton. A tinkerer by trade who generates his lic comments. own electricity from a Rube Goldberg-esqe The speakers were as varied as their machine involving a series of buckets, pulreasons for opposition to the rate hike: leys, marbles, eight carefully-placed bowlSusan Boudrant is a retired teacher on ing balls, three cats riding skateboards, a fixed income who said if her power bill 400 feet of braided fishing line, and a sour goes up, her teacher retirement pension old parrot named Kenneth. won’t. She pointed out that 13.7 percent of Bartholomew, 110 years old, from JohnNorth Carolinians live at or below the pov- ston County. Retired worm farmer. At night erty level, while Duke made over $2 billion he still reads by candlelight from candles in profits last year. he renders himself from leftover beef talMel Menard is the director of a nonprofit law firm that sues predatory lenders. He says most of his clients live in inefficient and substandard housing, and are often already paying more than $300 per month for power for less than 1,000 square feet.

Every single dollar matters, and a rate hike will hurt his clients unfairly.

low, and his car is one of those old-timey ones that start with the crank on the front.

He has no need for “this whole newfangled electricity fad,” thinks it will play itself out soon enough. His great-great grandson, Tim, has given up all hope of ever getting him on Facebook.

Diane, 37 years old, from just outside of Peter Gilman Bryan pointed out how the Asheville. Survivalist. “I have everything price of Duke Energy’s shares increased to I need down in my bunker, and I’ve got a $86 per share (up from $60 just a few years bugout backpack with two weeks worth of

survival rations packed and ready for when the nuclear bombs start dropping.” She distrusts the wires coming into her home because “the government put them there.”

Also, she has not paid her taxes since Clinton held office.

Chadborn, 44, from Charlotte—venture capitalist. A large shareholder in Duke Energy (which he didn’t reveal until after I started interviewing him). Drives one of those Porsche SUVs so he still has enough room in the back to take his kids to lacrosse practice and horse-riding camp (English style because “Western style is for proles”)—the three days he has them after Cynthia left. Gave me a $5 bill after I interviewed him “as a tip.” Smelled overwhelmingly of Por Hommes by LaCoste.

Tina, 30, from Carrboro. Aggressively vegan, but otherwise a very pleasant person who has outfitted her bungalow with enough solar panels that she is now selling power back to Duke. “If they increase

the rate, then maybe they’ll pay me more money, which I can use to buy a personal windmill.” Drinks rainwater she collects in a cistern in her backyard, and uses it to water her pot plants. Offered me a tea which gave me spiritual visions for three hours after drinking it; I now believe all beings are one in the eyes of the Plant Goddess Nar’eth (Grace Be Upon Her Leaves).

So there you have it! Everybody else I talked to seemed to be against the rate hike. But, hey, if the NC Utilities Commission allows Duke to go ahead with the increase, at least we consumers can always choose to switch to one of the plethora of other great producers and providers of electric power our state has to offer.

Oh, wait.

Maybe Tina was on to something with those solar panels, after all. I wonder if she will refer me to her windmill guy.

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ings and late evenings.” Aries is thrilled: “I am absolutely ecstatic. I never thought I’d be able to swim with my tail ever again.”)

WHAT’S OLD IS WEIRD AGAIN

You may have seen the widely distributed weird news story about the Mad Pooper, a woman who has been seen defecating on lawns in Colorado Springs, Colorado. According to KRDO.com, on Sept. 25, an unidentified man claiming to be a spokesman for the Pooper posted (and has since removed) two videos in which he tried to justify her movements and win sympathy for her. In the videos, the spokesman says the unidentified Pooper is not responsible for her actions because she has suffered a traumatic brain injury and has had gender reassignment surgery, leaving her unable to control herself. He also claims her actions are protected by the First Amendment, in response to which Colorado Springs attorney Jeremy Loew called foul: “Defecating in someone’s yard is definitely not protected under the First Amendment and it is actually a crime.” Loew went on: “People all over

the world are talking about this, and police will catch her.”

PEOPLE DIFFERENT FROM US

Mermaid Aries, 18, of Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England, likes to wear her specially made mermaid tail when she swims at local pools. But the Dolphin Centre in Bromsgrove, under new management, has banned her from using the flipper because “they worry I might hit someone with my tail or might get into trouble in the water and drown,” Aries (real name Leia Trigger) told the Worcester News on Sept.

22. “It is my ambition to become a professional mermaid that attends children’s parties and other events. The only problem is that I have nowhere to swim.” (UPDATE: After the story made headlines, the Perdiswell Leisure Centre stepped up. Aquatic development officer Vanessa Bale welcomed Aries to the pool, offering her “early morn-

An anonymous bidder in the United States has purchased a pair of Adolf Hitler’s boxer-style underwear for about $6,700, according to auctioneer Bill Panagopoulos of Alexander Historical Auctions in Chesapeake City, Maryland. The drawers, with a size 39 waist and “A.H.” embroidered on them, apparently were left in the Parkhotel Graz in Austria in 1938, Panagopulos told Metro News on Sept. 24. The seller was the grandson of the people who owned the hotel at that time. Panagopulos supposes the buyer will frame the underwear and hang them on a wall in his or her home: “It would be the most talked-about relic in the house.”

THE FARCE IS STRONG

A black-and-white photo depicting the signing of the Charter of the United Nations in San Francisco in 1945 has prompted the recall and reprinting of Saudi social studies textbooks because it pictures Saudi King Faisal seated next to the Jedi master Yoda.

The photograph was created by 26-year-old Saudi artist Abdullah Al Shehri, who mixes pop culture icons into historic photographs.

Shehri told The New York Times in September he inserted Yoda into the photo because he reminded him of the king. “He was wise and was always strong in his speeches,” Shehri said. “I am the one who designed it, but I am not the one who put it in the book,” he clarified. Saudi education minister Ahmed al-Eissa apologized for the mistake, but the mystery of how the photo got into the book remains unsolved.

IT’S GOOD TO HAVE GOALS

Octogenarians Ray and Wilma Yoder of Goshen, Indiana, have finally achieved a goal they set nearly 40 years ago: to visit every Cracker Barrel location in the United States. On Aug. 31, they checked off the last of 645 stops in Tualatin, Oregon, where they each received a Four-Star apron, the company’s highest honor. The Yoders once stopped at 10 Cracker Barrels in one day as they traveled up the East Coast. “I’ve always walked away feeling refreshed,” Ray Yoder told ABC News. “For two old people, we’re pretty fast moving.”

BRIGHT IDEAS

The Detroit Red Wings’ new promotion commemorates the Joe Louis Arena, where the team played until this year, when they’re moving to a new rink. The Detroit News reported in September that fans who want to keep the old home ice close to their hearts and contribute to the team’s foundation can buy a small vial of limited edition “melted ice” taken from the arena’s surface (otherwise known as water) for $85. Only 3,000 vials have been produced; they are accompanied by a framed photo of The Joe. 8 encore | oct 18 - oct 24, 2017 | www.encorepub.com

Even Superman underwear couldn’t protect Nathan French, 19, from Halewood, Merseyside, England, as he climbed to the top of the highest mountain in Wales, 3,600-foot Snowdon. French managed to hike to the summit on Sept. 9, but he quickly succumbed to the elements — perhaps because he was wearing ONLY Superman underwear, shoes and gloves.

French, who is studying sport, nutrition and health in college, told The Guardian, “It was when I was at the top I was shaking uncontrollably.” He rode the Snowdon mountain railway back down, but fell ill on the train: “I started to go deaf and my sight started to go funny.” Paramedics said his blood sugar had dropped and he was showing signs of hypothermia. Miles Hill of the Llanberis mountain rescue team noted, “We hope Mr. French is back in the mountains soon, perhaps in the full suit (cape optional), rather than just the underwear.”

And police in Cumbria County, England, responded on Sept. 23 to a call for help from 3,210-foot Scafell Pike (England’s highest mountain), where four men ran into trouble while hiking. However, their problems didn’t stem from dehydration or a painful fall. Instead, it seems the group had become “incapable of walking due to cannabis use,” police told The Guardian. A police spokesperson wrote on Facebook: “Now having to deploy rescue, air support and ambulance to rescue them. Words fail us ...” Cumbria police superintendent Justin Bibby reminded hikers that “alcohol or any other substance that could impair your judgment ... has no place on a mountain.”

WHAT’S IN A NAME?

Death Wish Coffee—a cold-brewed, canned coffee the company touts as “fiercely caffeinated” (as much as 4 1/2 times more caffeine per fluid ounce than regular coffee), with a skull and crossbones logo — recalled its 11-ounce cans on Sept. 20 because they could possibly contain the deadly toxin botulin. Company founder Mike Brown, 37, said no incidents have been reported, but he is very serious about the safety of his product.

“I know our logo and name might not seem like it reflects that,” Brown told The Washington Post. Production has been halted, and customers can request refunds from Death Wish’s website.

CRIME REPORT

Apparently, even crime goes better with Coke! The manager at Rally’s restaurant in Henderson, Kentucky, was busy preparing for the day’s business on Sept. 25 when a man dressed in a Coca-Cola bottle costume robbed him at gunpoint, stealing more than $500. The Coke bottle then left the restaurant without hurting the manager and headed north in a gray minivan, according to WFIE-TV.

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JAZZY CELEBRATIONS:

Cape Fear Jazz Society prepares for 20th Anniversary Gala BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

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azz: It’s a genre, encore admits, not covered often enough in the Port City. In fact, it’s a question we’re asked most often from some readers when it comes to music coverage: Where can I listen to live jazz? Pianist James Jarvis tickles the ivories at multiple joints around town weekly (Bottega, Candlenut Restaurant, Blind Elephant), and Benny Hill’s saxophone sings each Sunday at Burnt Mill Creek. Of course there is the annual Cape Fear Jazz Festival held every February at the Hilton downtown. As well, the Cape Fear Jazz Society (CFJS) continues to cultivate the genre’s beloved local presence.

What started off 20 years ago as a group of Wilmington area jazz lovers, promoters, listeners, and musicians is now an institution celebrating two decades of jazz education and productions. Once known as the Cape Fear Jazz Appreciation Society, the name may have changed but philosophy and mission has not: to present and educate the masses in jazz.

CFJS has hosted countless seminars and master classes at college and high-school levels, and continues to highlight NC’s rich legacy of jazz music and artists. “Early on were shows by Percy Heath, Buddy Montgomery, and onto The Heath Brothers Honorarium, Diane Schuur,” says CFJS president Primus Robinson. “We offer showcases for all area and state musicians through our Bellamy and CAM series, too.”

Jazz at the Mansion at takes place in spring and summer at Bellamy Mansion, while Jazz at CAM hosts concerts the first Thursday of the month through April at our art museum. Robinson and his cohorts will celebrate their imprint on bringing jazz to local audiences and the legacy of their organization with the 20th Anniversary Gala held Friday at the Brooklyn Arts Center on N. Fourth Street.

Actually, Robinson has been in the music business for many years. He started his career as a DJ at Middlebury College in Vermont, then Pennsylvania’s Temple University, before going pro at Philly’s WDAS-FM radio.

JAZZY PERFORMANCE: The Big Bellamy Sextet (above), featuring Gerald Shynett, Benny Hill, John Crowley, Doug Irving, and Carlos Garcia, is one of many jazz series brought to ILM by the CF Jazz Society.

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“[I went] into the record biz as national promo director at Atlantic Records to founder of the jazz fusion division at Elektra Records,” he continues.

While he continued to move from Arista Records and back to Elektra, at his journey’s center always has been a love for the music.

Like CFJS, Robinson appreciates and celebrates the many voices of classic and modern jazz that have marked its progress—from Billie Holiday through Ella Fitzgerald, to Diana Krall, Gregory Porter and Kurt Elling, and on to contributing innovative forces, like Patsy Cline and Willie Nelson.

“I get into all the genres of jazz—from old to new,” he muses. “You don’t know where you’re going, unless you’ve grasped your past. So, from Dizzy Gillespie to Coltrane to the Marsalis Brothers, I mark progress. Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, The Brecker Brothers, and Joe Zawinul brought us fusion. . . . I’m missing so many people whom I cherish their styles and styling. Just give me great music!”

As part of their celebration, CFJS plans to honor a long list of area patrons who have contributed to the ongoing growth and success of the organization. Honorees include founding member Richard Schmetterer, owner of Audio Lab and CFJS vice president; former VPs Hazel Williams, Desiree Joseph and WHQR’s production manager George Scheibner; organizer and director of merchandising Billy Johnson; as well as former president Sandy Evans, now head of The North Carolina Jazz Festival.

‘just folks’ have given their time and energy to all the transitions our nonprofit organization has survived in its 20 years,” Robinson adds.

Staying in line with CFJS history of working with talent on national and regional levels—especially supporting aspiring local talents—they’ve invited the Brunswick Big Band to headline the gala. “The Brunswick Big Band has emerged recently as a truly professional ensemble,” Robinson touts.

“They also recreate authentic big-band music that harkens back to the most famous big bands. They provide great dance music for a classic, mature audience.”

With 20 years down, Robinson says Cape Fear Jazz Society has many more ideas to come over the next 20. It includes continuing partnerships with the Bellamy and Cameron Art Museum. “CFJS just received another substantial grant from the N.C. Arts Council to continue our work,” Robinson adds. “By proper allocation of our resources, we plan to expand our outreach through educational programs (the UNCW Scholarship Concert); local collaborations (e.g. CAM and Bellamy Mansion series); and major artists at major venues (e.g. Diane Schuur and The Heath Brothers at Thalian Hall).”

The Cape Fear Jazz Society’s gala will feature a cash bar and hors d’oeuvre sourced from several delicatessen and specialty food vendors. Tickets are $30 per person and available at www.capefearjazzsociety.org.

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$2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Seasonal and Hoppyum IPA draft $5 Redbull and Vodka 1/2 price wings Live music from Josh Solomon FRIDAY

MONDAY

$2.75 Michelob Ultra $3.25 Stella $4.50 Lunazul Tequila All Floors open

TUESDAY

SATURDAY

$2 Select Domestic • $3 Draft $4 Flavored Bombs 1/2 Price Apps Live Music from Tony and Adam $3 Fat Tire & Voo Doo $5 Jameson • $2 Tacos Pub Trivia on Tuesday Live music from Rebekah Todd

$3 Miller Lite $4 Deep Eddy Lemon Drop shots $5 Deep Eddy Grapefruit and Soda All floors open

$2.75 Miller Lite • $4 Wells, 1/2 price bottles of wine $2 off a dozen oysters Live music from Jeremy Norris

$3 Corona/ Corona lt • $4 Mimosa $4 Bloody Mary Live music from L-Shape Lot duo 3pm and Clay Crotts 8pm

WEDNESDAY

SUNDAY

LIVE ROCK AND SOUL: Folks can catch Rebekah Todd and The New Alphas starting at 9:30 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 14, at Hell’s Kitchen. Photo by Tom Dorgan

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18

Zach Nytomt (9:30pm; Free)

Open Mic Comedy (7pm; $0-$3)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Extreme Music Bingo w/ Party Gras (10pm; Free)

Acoustic Blues Jam (7pm; $3)

Improv Comedy (7pm; $3)

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

Laura McLean’s Songwriter Night (7pm; $3)

Mayday with Collective Collective (10pm; Cover TBD; Rap, Hip Hop)

UNCW Presents: Ranky Tanky (7:30pm; $15-$40)

Steven Compton (6pm; Free; Acoustic Rock)

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379

Jazz Piano with James Jarvis (7pm; Free)

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

Los Lobos (7:30pm; $36-$78; Rock, Folk, Mix) —Wilson Center, 703 N. 3rd St.

DJ Lord Walrus (9pm; Free; Electric Dance Party) —Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

HOW TO SUBMIT A LISTING:

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Port City Trivia with Dutch (6:30pm; Free)

—Magnolia Greens, 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19

Neighborhood Food Truck Night (6pm; Free) —Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.

Rebekah Todd (6pm; Free; Rock, Soul)

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379 —UNCW Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd.

Trivia Night w/ Party Gras Entertainment (7:30pm; Free) —Fox and Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

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WEDNESDAY

DJ Lord Walrus (9pm; $3)

—Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

Firedrums Fire Dancers (7:30pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle S.t; 910-763-2223

TIME (9:30pm; Free; Ecstatic Electronic Duo)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

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

Mike Frusha (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) BlackWater Rhythm and Blues Band Show (6pm; $25)

$3.50 Red Oak Draft $4 Wells 65 Wings, 4-7pm

$3.50 Sweet Josie $4 Margaritas

$3.50 Sweetwaters $4.50 Absolute Lemonade 65 Wings, 4-7pm

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

DON’T MISS! 10/27 – St. Paul & The Broken Bones

$5 Mimosas $5 Car Bombs

10/28 – Dirty Heads 11/11 – Big Something 11/18- The Original Wailers 12/1 – Clutch

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—Greenfield Lake, 1941 Amphitheater Dr.

Nelson and the Rock-a-Fellas (7pm; $3)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

—Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St. —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379

—Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.; 910-538-2939

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GOLDFISH! Open Mic (7pm; Free; Comedy)

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

MONDAY, OCTOBER 23

Port City Trivia with Dutch (7pm; Free)

—Buffalo Wild Wings, 140 Hays Lane #B15

Jazz Piano with James Jarvis (8pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

Tigger Clarkson Band (9pm; Free; Soul, Rock)

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

—Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 723 N. 4th St. —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 910-399-2796

Lew Morgante Headlines (7pm, 9:30pm; $13; Comedy) —Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

Snake Malone and the Black Cat Bone (9:30pm; Free; Blues)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 910-763-4133

DJ Dr. Jones (10pm; $3)

—Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

Macabaret: An Evening of Gallows Humor, Song & Dance (10pm; $10-$15) —TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St.

Rumpke Mountain Boys Live (10pm; Cover TBD; Bluegrass Jam) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 Oysterberfest (11am; Free)

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

James Jarvis (6pm; Free; Ambient Jazz Piano) —Candle Nut Restaurant, 21 N. Front St.

417 S College Rd.

Free Sunday DJ Pop-up Electrolounge (7pm; Free)

Komorebi Fire Arts Presents: Fire Show! (8pm; $10) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

11/3 – Iration

JJ Grey& Mofro W/ The Commonheart (6pm; $30-$35; Rock, Soul)

Lew Morgante Headlines (6:30pm; $13)

Cape Fear Jazz Society’s 20th Anniversary Gala (7pm; $30)

$3.50 Pint of the Day $4 Fire Ball

$5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas *Drink Specials run all day

—Arab Shrine Club, 4510 South College Rd.

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

Soul-R Fusion (7pm; Free)

—Bill’s Front Porch Pub & Brewery, 4238 Market St.

Cordero Wilson (7pm, 9:30pm; $13; Comedy)

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

Cute Boys Club Comedy Variety Show (8pm; Free) —Gravity Records, 612 Castle St.

Tragic Magic (8:30pm; $5)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

Zombie DeadPhish Costume Party w/ Dubtown Cosmonauts, Wavy Train (9pm; Cover TBD) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Justin Fox Trio (9:30pm; Free)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 910-763-4133

DJ Sir Nick Bland (10pm; $3)

—Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

Macabaret: An Evening of Gallows Humor, Song & Dance (10pm; $10-$15) —TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St.

Open Mic Mondays w/ $2 Micros (8pm; Free)

Monday Night Parade w/ Lit & Friends (9pm; Free)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24 Comedy Bingo (7pm; Free)

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

Wilmington Boy’s Choir: Broadway to Bernstein Concert (7pm; Free) —St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St.

Walk The Plank, The Rememberables and More (7pm; Free; Rock) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

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

—5th Ave. United Methodist Chu., 409 S. 5th Ave.

Port City Trivia with Dutch (7:30pm; Free) —Blackfinn Wilmington, 18 Harnett St.

Port City Trivia with Brian Piccolo (7:30pm; Free) —Low Tide Pub, 4540 Fountain Dr.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25

Mykel Barbee (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Port City Trivia with Dutch (6:30pm; Free)

—Magnolia Greens Golf Course, 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr.

Improv Comedy (7pm; $3)

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

The Jillettes (7pm; $3; Rock, Pop, Country) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; 910-231-3379

Soul-R Fusion (7pm; Free)

—Fermental, 7250 Market St.; 910-821-0362

Jazz Piano with James Jarvis (7pm; Free)

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

DJ Lord Walrus (9pm; Free; Electric Dance Party) —Jimmy’s at Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave.

Clay Melton & Mike Blair (9pm; Free; Americana Mix)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-763-2223

Extreme Music Bingo w/ Party Gras (10pm; Free) —Fox and Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.; 910-509-0805

ShwizZ (10pm; Free; Rock, Jam) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

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CONCERTS OUTSIDE OF SOUTHEASTERN NC

SHOWSTOPPERS

GOLD EN SONG: Catch Hiss Golden Messenger at The Orange Peel on Oct. 20. Photo by Tom Dorgan MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., DURHAM, NC (919) 901-0875 10/19: Daley and Tiffany Gouche 10/20: Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas 10/21: Lil Debbie and Raven Felix 10/22: Beach Slang, Pet Symmetry and Positive No 10/24: Toadies and Local H 10/25: The Monti Storyslam: Fear 10/26: Reckless Kelly and The Trongone Band DURHAM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 123 VIVIAN ST. DURHAM, NC (919) 688-3722 10/27: Jeezy with Juvenile LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CABARRUS ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 821-4111 10/19: Corey Smith and Hudson Moore 10/20: Turkuaz and Con Brio 10/21: Chicano Batman & Khruangbin and The Shacks 10/26: Rayland Baxter 10/27: Runaway Gin CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN ST., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 10/18: The Sh-booms and Flash Car (Back) 10/20-21: Yep Rock 20: Nick Lowe, Josh Rouse, more 10/22: Pickwick and The Elwins (Back) 10/23: Trevor Sensor and Lean Year (Back) 10/24: Ted Leo and The Pharmacists, Ian Sweet, more 10/25: The Alternate Routes and Nick Fradiani (Back) 10/25: Josh Ritter & The Royal City Band and more CLT METRO CREDIT UNION AMPHITHEATRE 1000 NC MUSIC FACTORY BLVD.., CHARLOTTE (704) 916-8970 10/26: Aaron Lewis, Blackberry Smoke & Alex Williams

NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 10/18: Against Me!, Bleached and The Dirty Nil 10/19: Los Lobos and Sam Lewis 10/20: Jump, Little Children and more 10/21-22: Between the Buried and Me, and more 10/25: Protomartyr, Flasher and Patois Counselors THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 10/19: LaCrae 10/20: Appetite for Desctruction 10/21: Marsha Ambrosius and Bilal 10/22: Spoon 10/24: Krewella 10/27: Portugal. The Man THE UNDERGROUND-FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 10/18: Daley 10/21: Theory of a Deadman 10/24: Mondo Cozmo 10/25: New Found Glory 10/26: High Valley, Ashley McBryde, Adam Doleac 10/27: Jack & Jack THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 10/19: Whethan, Bearson and Opia 10/20: Hiss Golden Messenger 10/21: Against Me!, Bleached and The Dirty Nil 10/22: Theory Of A Deadman and Ayron Jones 10/23: David LaMotte, LEAF International Guatemala 10/24: The Devil Makes Three and Scott H. Biram 10/27: “Dark Side of the Dead” Halloween Bash 10/28: Plankeye Peggy and Holiday Childress 10/31: The Cured

Wednesday, Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m.

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WE CAN DO IT!

Historian Wilbur Jones and actress Elizabeth Michaels pay tribute to women of World War II

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I would go to libraries and social clubs because they’re the people who were really interested in history.”

BY: JAMES MCCREA

he indelible image of Rosie the Riveter has long been an icon for the determination of American women.

The bandana-clad factory worker has seen countless variations across all spectrums of pop culture, ranging from pin-ups to Halloween costumes. No matter what form she takes, Rosie remains a symbolic of steadfast determination. But how well do people remember what originally spurred her resolve? The World War II Wilmington Home Front Heritage Coalition aims to remind us about the struggles women faced on the home front during World War II. To this end, they’re hosting two presentations over the weekend, all about women in World War II, led by military historian Wilbur Jones and actress Elizabeth Michaels.

She sees in Rosie a common image for the modern woman. Much like Jones, she is moved by the contributions made by women during wartime. Through her performances, Michaels hopes to relay the hardships faced by entering the workforce and paving the way for gender equality.

“I find she’s every woman,” Michaels elaborates. “There were a few Rosies in real life, and they actually worked in the factories and all, but I think Rosie is just one of these characters that showed she could do it. She was not just some stay-at-home housewife, waiting for her man, being unable to do anything because she was a little woman. She showed how strong she was, and I think that’s something people forget about because it was a very different time then. Sometimes when I talk to young teenagers about this, and I tell them how the men got paid more than the women even though they were doing the same job, the kids say, ‘That’s not fair, they should have sued!’ I have to remind them how it was then and how those things didn’t happen, and how hard it was for women to get into a business.”

Jones is the coalition founder and chairperson, and he traces his love of military history back to his childhood in southeastern North Carolina. Nostalgia can be a powerful motivator, and in Jones’ case it led to a storied career spanning three decades of military immersion.

“My interest in military history came out of World War II because that was our whole life growing up here,” he reminisces. “I was 7 years old when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor and America entered the war, but I have very vivid memories of it. We pretended we were marines in the Pacific or soldiers in Europe. We fought the war right along with them. So, it was natural for me to eventually go into the armed forces.”

After earning his bachelor’s degree in history, Jones embarked on what would become a 33-year-long career in the armed forces. His positions ranged from Navy captain to professor at the Defense Acquisition University in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. After retiring in 1984, he devoted himself to writing about military history. Since, he’s written 18 books and contributes regularly to The Star News as a local historian. Although his writing focuses on all aspects of World War II, his favorite topic is the powerful role women played on the American home front.

“I was attracted to what women have done because the subject, for the most part, hasn’t been covered,” Jones explains. “I think it’s a fascinating subject because we, America, could not have won the war without the participation of women on the home

RIVETING WORKS: Actress Elizabeth Michaels recreates Rosie the Riveter’s iconic pose. Photo by Elizabeth Michaels

front or in the armed forces.”

This fascination naturally led Jones to research all things “Rosie.” In doing so, he’s amassed countless Rosie memorabilia throughout the years, all of which will be on display as part of the exhibit “Rosie the Riveter: American Women in World War II” at Hannah Block Community Center this month.

Of all Rosie souvenirs, the original poster depicting her flexing her muscles, proclaiming, “We can do it!” remains the most powerful to Jones. Rosie’s determination continues to inspire him, and her proud declaration is a key part of Jones’ discussion.

“I point out how [the poster] has two meanings,” he elaborates. “First of all, we can do it as a nation—meaning the United States can and will win the war. The second meaning is women can do it because the era was the start of the women’s movement in the United States. Women, for the first time in droves, got out of the kitchen, out of the

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home and into the workplace. It generated what became the women’s rights movement, postwar.”

Complementing Jones’ presentation is a performance by Michaels, a fresh arrival to Wilmington’s theatre scene, who often performs as Rosie in a show of her own creation. Michaels honed her dramatic skills by joining travelling theatre troupes straight out of high school, and credits touring for her prowess in engaging audiences of all sizes. Although she finds herself at home in any aspect of stage performance, Michaels made her mark by writing and performing her own one-woman shows about powerful women in American history.

“I got hooked up with the American Historical Theatre [AHT] in Philadelphia in 2000,” she remarks. “I started working with them and doing a whole lot of different roles.

First, I played Quaker women, Betsy Ross and Benjamin Franklin’s wife, so I’ve played a lot of historical figures, but Rosie was one I developed myself and wrote the scripts for. Then AHT would send me out to different places [in the tri-state area] through their humanities grants to perform my shows.

There could be no better venue for the event than the Hannah Block Community Center. As a restored USO building from the 1930s, Jones ensures any money spent will support its upkeep.

“The important thing about our event is we charge a minimum fee with a discount to veterans and senior citizens, but the money goes into the preservation fund for the Hannah Block building,” he clarifies. “For example, I don’t ask for—nor am I paid—a nickel for what I’m doing. We’re very communityoriented in this town, particularly about things like this.”

DETAILS:

Rosie the Riveter: American Women in World War II

Hannah Block Community Center 120 S. Second St. Oct. 20, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 22, 3 p.m.

Tickets: $12-$15; senior, group and military discounts available www.wilmingtoncommunityarts.org/ classes-events/rosie-the-riveter

WHAT’S HANGING AROUND THE PORT CITY

GALLERYGUIDE

ARTEXPOSURE!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com The public is invited to a one man show “Escape into Plein Air” featuring Robert Rigsby.

The show will highlight oil paintings from Rob’s 6 month trip visiting all fifty national parks. Rob also wrote a book about his journey and it is available under the same name on Amazon.

Visit the artists of ArtExposure at the annual “Autumn with Topsail Arts and Crafts Fair” in Topsail Beach on October 21st and 22nd. We will have seven of our artists sharing a tent close to the entrance.

On Saturday November 10, we will host an Open House from 11 am-4 pm. Join us and see artists working, as well as a live model. The public is invited to paint or draw from the model. Just bring your own supplies or visit our art supply store. This is our kick-off to the holiday season and there will be fun and refreshments.

ART IN BLOOM

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

“ExperiMetal: An Artist’s Journey by Gale Smith” opens Friday, October 6th and continues through October 28th. Violinist, Shirley Lebo will play at the opening reception.

Artist Gale Smith uses various techniques and materials to transform metal into contemporary art forms. The art exhibit features woven and painted copper wall hangings and a woven and painted copper dress worn by the artist at the opening and closing receptions. The copper dress is a collaboration between Gale Smith and designer, Alice Blake Powell.

View our traveling exhibit, “Sea to Sandhills”, at the Belle Meade Art Studio, 100 Waters Drive, Southern Pines, through Oct. 22nd.

Cocktails,1001 N. 4th Street.

“Empty Faces and Abstract Spaces by Joan McLoughlin” with paintings at Pinpoint Restaurant, 114 Market Street, with a champagne toast and reception on October 24th, 6-8 pm.

CHARLES JONES AFRICAN ART

311 Judges Rd., Unit 6-E cjart@bizec.rr.com (910) 794-3060 Mon. – Fri. 10am - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm - 4 pm Open other hours and weekends by appointment www.cjafricanart.com African art: Museum quality African Art from West and Central Africa. Traditional African art for the discerning collector.

Cureent Exhibition: Yoruba beadwork and Northern Nigerian sculpture. Appraisal services, curatorial services and educational exhibitions also available.

Over 30 years experience in Tribal Arts. Our clients include many major museums.

EXPO 216

216 N. Front St, Wilmington, NC (910) 769-3899 Wed. – Sun., Noon – 6 PM www.expo216.com Two floors of thought-provoking art and fashions in historic downtown! Expositions are themedriven, currently addressing Death & Dying . A 3D blown glass installation Contemplating Transcendence by Niki Hildebrand, a 9 by 18 ft. mural, Spectrum of Spirits, by Joan McLoughlin, and three skull-centered pieces by Elizabeth Darrow will intrigue you. Fashions such as Flatliner (made of medical tubing) and The Cyclist’s Widow (entirely of recycled bicycle parts) will stun you.

NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY

271 N. Front St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com “Endless Summer” by Chris Frick is now on display at New Elements through Oct. 21.

Located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, New Elements has been offering the best of regional and national fine art and craft since 1985. We invite you to learn more about ART OF FINE DINING the artists we represent, featured exhibitions, and www.aibgallery.com gallery news. We regularly update the work availArt in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19thable online, so return often to view our many difcentury horse stable and exhibits original art. ferent selections if you can’t drop into the gallery.

In addition to our gallery at 210 Princess Street, Art in Bloom Gallery partners with local PEACOCK FINE ART restaurants and CHECKER CAB productions to 224 S. Water St. #1A • (910) 254-4536 exhibit original art in other locations. The follow- Monday through Sunday, noon - 6 p.m. ing exhibits continue through December 2017. www.peacocksfineart.com.

“Contemporary Art by Stephanie Mobbs Adjacent to the River to Sea gallery, Features Deady” with mixed media is at Platypus & Gnome paintings by Wilmington based plein air painter Restaurant, 9 South Front Street.

Jim Bettendorf. Local scenes of Wilmington and “Southern Embrace: New Art by Debra Buc- surrounding areas cover the walls. Original oil ci” with oil paintings at The District Kitchen and

paintings and a selection of giclée prints available for purchase. Open daily from noon to six.

RIVER TO SEA GALLERY

225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) (910) 763-3380 Tues.- Sat. 11am - 5pm; Sun. 1- 4pm River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush.

In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. Current show will enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker.

Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.

SUNSET RIVER MARKETPLACE

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 Mon.- Sat. 10am - 5pm www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com Sunset River Marketplace showcases work by approximately 150 North and South Carolina artists, and houses some 10,000 square feet of oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, mixed media,

art glass, fabric art, pottery, sculpture, turned and carved wood and artisan-created jewelry. There are two onsite kilns and four wheels used by students in the ongoing pottery classes offered by the gallery. A custom framing department is available. There are realistic and abstract art classes as well as workshops by nationally and regionally known artists.

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

200 Hanover St. (bottom level, parking deck) Mon.-Fri., noon-5pm http://cfcc.edu/danielsgallery Through November 10, the Cape Fear Community College Wilma Daniels Gallery will feature artwork by CFCC faculty. The exhibit will include original artwork by Ben Billingsley, Geoff Calabrese, Kevin Dunn, Jessica Gaffney, Brandon Guthrie, Donna Hardee, Jack Landry, Gabriel Lovejoy, Jennifer Mace, Melissa Manley, Kendall Martin, Deborah Onate, Victoria Paige, Abigail Perry, Kimberly Prenda, Deborah Quinn, Kirah Van Sickle, Travis Weller, Sherrie Whitehead, and Lauren Scharling.

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SPOOKTACULAR FUN:

TheatreNOW makes the most of Halloween with two new shows

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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lisa Harris loves Halloween, now that she has TheatreNOW, Wilmington’s premier dinner theatre. Essentially, Harris gets to throw a month-long Halloween party for the public. This year she’s got a double-header on the bill: the debut of Chase Harrison’s “TheaTerror” and a latenight ghoulish cabaret show by Scott Keys and Rob Hartmann, “Macabaret.”

“TheaTerror” follows the fiendish and troubling exploits of a repertory theatre company trying to mount a production of William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.” “The Scottish Play,” as it is known in theatre circles, is notoriously cursed, and many actors and technicians do not say the name of the show in a theatre for a variety of superstitious reasons. A play about a variety of needless deaths in the name of ambition seems the perfect framework for a horror show set in a theater, doesn’t it?

Heather Costello plays Danielle, the ingénue who is sleeping with the producer, Simon (Rick Forrester). She needs a few hours of personal mental preparation on the stage before they begin rehearsal. She is young, pretty and angry—but that alone is not enough to invoke the great demoness of “Lady M,” a woman of unflagging ambition and terrifying depths. She knows it, which is part of why she needs the time to prepare; however, a theater is a haunted place. Dannielle becomes the first victim of an angry killer who disposes of her body and leaves the production without a leading lady a week before opening. Simon and the director, Donna (Nicole P. Horton), decide to promote Charlie (Jessica Farmer) from Lady MacDuff to the leading role. For Donna it is an act of desperation; for Forrester’s Simon it provides a pathway to probably getting Charlie into bed. With Harvey Weinstein in the news lately, Forrester’s Simon is a little too close to home—which is a compliment to him as a performer. He is power-hungry, selfish and pleased with his own ability to play God with people’s lives, all for his own amusement. He also has the charisma to get away with it.

Farmer is one of Harrison’s muses; he loves to write for her, and it shows. When Donna attempts to discuss the possible change in casting with Charlie, she gets completely derailed by Charlie’s excited restaging of Lady MacDuff’s big scene. It is passion and excitement that cannot, and

will not, be denied or silenced. Having been the real-life recipient of exactly this scenario with Harrison as Charlie and myself as Donna, it seems strikingly accurate: Horton couldn’t get a word in edgewise—even to deliver good news and Farmer’s excitement was too beautiful to crush with something as simple as making it a two-person conversation instead of a monologue.

Dramatic tension is heightened at what the audience suspects will unfold. Horton does get to accept the promotion and manages to find even more giddiness to express her delight (where those reserves of energy reside is a mystery). Now, she still has to face trials of her first rehearsal with Kenny Carpenter (Jay Zadeh), the bullying menace playing the Thane of Cawdor.

He seems to be completely immune to her charms, which for Farmer are considerable and has earned her not only Simon’s attention but also that of the technical director, Renee (Melissa Randall).

Randall’s much put-upon, displeased and irritated TD is spot-on. Techies, by and large, dwell in a land of much put-upon displeasure with everything, in spite of getting to make magic every day. But Randall does get to dredge up the secret that it is a self-defense move because this wonderful, crazy theatre thing is the real love of her life—beyond all else.

Though she and Zadeh are convincing in their mutual love/hate of each other and all things theatrical, the real terror comes form Erin Hunter as the much-feared, muchdreaded Lin Palmer, who is making her not-quite-so triumphant return to the scene of her downfall. By this point the corpse count has started to mount—and then into the scene walks the wronged woman just released from the psychiatric ward! Hunter genuinely scared me. Really. Her range as an actress is vast, though because she is so pretty she frequently gets cast in sympathetic or comedic roles. But, wow—she can pull out terrifying psycho when she wants to.

I really needed Chef Denise Gordon’s meal to ground me during the show. It is funny, fun and entertaining but genuinely alarming in places. Harrison penned and directed an entertaining piece that has a truly surprising and compelling plot. Gordon’s food heightens the sensory overload.

The first course of the evening is a pumpkin, spinach and cheese stromboli with fried olives on the side. I think I could have eaten an entire jar of the fried olives alone. The

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entree of butternut squash Alfredo might be ultimate luxury/comfort food. The handmade butternut squash and pumpkin noodles come with portobello mushroom “jerky,” showcasing all the flavor of portobello combined with a stronger texture in pumpkin Alfredo sauce.

I would eat it by the pot-full if it were socially acceptable. Seriously. Personally, I also really love forbidden rice, which Gordon pairs with charred veggies to make a tangy but substantial veggie dish to dream about.

Besides dinner and “TheaTerror,” TheatreNOW is also offering a late-night cabaret show, themed around Halloween. Audiences can buy tickets for one or both.

Gordon does have a “pub fare” menu available, too, for those late-night snackers. TheaterNOW, by definition, is really the perfect space for cabaret: tables, full bar, kitchen ... it’s got everything ready to turn into a nightclub event.

“Macabaret” by Scott Keys and Rob Hartmann is part Kander and Ebb, part Brecht and Weitl, and part Tim Burton. And it is all fun! The conceit of the show is all the characters in the cabaret act are some sort of foul, undead creature or ghost, and all the humor revolves around puns related to the spooky, supernatural and horrorthemed world of Halloween. But it utilizes the frame work of a traditional cabaret evening (with a few nods to the play “Cabaret,” thrown in for good measure). The emcee for the evening, Juan Fernandez, and the assembled company of the undead performers consist of Jordan Davis, Michael Lauricella, Sydney Smith Martin, Bianca Shaw, and Elisa Eklof Smith. The cast is accompanied on the piano by the Bride of Frankenstienway (Linda Carlisle Markas) and on the drums are Ziggy Stardust to Dust (JJ Street). Director Cathy Street’s choice to use live music is inspired. The interaction between the musicians and performers onstage is half the fun of the show.

“Dead End Job,” for example, is a classic Vaudeville bit with Michael Lauricella and Juan Fernandez rendering bad jokes, singing and dancing based around death humor, complete with straw boaters and jazz hands. Bianca Shaw’s rendition of “Beware the Understudy” is awesome, underscoring her point that she is not only ready for the big role but prepared to do anything—anything—to play it. With the beautiful, sultry voice of a torch singer, she really hypnotizes.

For a bit of uncontrollable laughter, the “Going Green” hippie folk song duet by Syd-

ney Smith Martin and Elisa Eklof Smith is a hoot. They croon about trying to impress their politically committed, ecologist vegan boyfriends with a new compost. Shock and humor aside, it contains witty writing and the two sell the parody characters.

Jordan Davis sings an ode to unrequited love in “Ghost of a Chance,” about a sassy, beautiful blonde. Interspersing are a variety of rib-tickling pieces, including “RIP,” in which Lauricella recounts the sad demise of his wife (Smith) with a host of bizarre backup singers to a classic cowboy tune. Far and away, the solo that goes beyond “selling it” is Martin’s “Victoria’s Secret,” all about possession. Martin has a gift for comedy that is undeniable, possibly even makes a case for commitment for criminal insanity. But Lauricella’s “Dr. Jekyll & Sister Hyde”—about a demented doctor who experiments with a serum of nuns, conjoined twins and go-go dancers is really like all of “Rocky Horror” rolled into one song. It’s moments like that which most performers dream of.

The funeral home that serves as a sort of suggested backdrop for it all seems to be tended by the old couple from American Gothic (John and Jill Schulte), who have their own story arc going with their relationship. I am a sucker for a well-told tale, and John Schulte’s “The Boy Who Cried Werewolf” is exactly that. In his deep, hypnotic growl, I couldn’t help but attend to every word.

I have to agree with Harris: At a certain point adults start looking for different entertainment come Halloween. Truly TheatreNOW has assembled two great options for a fun-filled fright night with a honey or group of friends. Both pieces are clever and filled with performers who clearly enjoy the dark humor of the evening. After a long week, it is a treat—and one worth savoring.

DETAILS: TheaTerror

Through Oct. 31, Fri. and Sat., 7 p.m. • $18-$42 (show-only and dinner-show tickets)

Macabaret

Through Oct. 28, Fri. and Sat., 10 p.m. • $10-$15 TheatreNOW • 19 S. 10th Street www.theatrewilmington.com

ARTS>>THEATRE

PRESIDENTIAL PERFORMANCE:

Clifton Truman Daniel captures his grandfather, Harry Truman, exceptionally dropped one of his famous quotes, Daniel would give a small smile and check with the audience to make sure we still were buddies. Because this is a tough world, and we have to go through it together, even when we might not always agree with each other.

His Truman clearly loves a good joke, and he likes it even better if someone shares it with him. If he is the only one laughing this time, so be it. Next time we’ll share the joke and it will be OK again.

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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halian Hall Center for the Performing Arts Cube Theatre Project, under the direction of Tony Rivenbark, opened the most anticipated show of the year last weekend: Sam Gallu’s “Give ‘Em Hell, Harry!” It stars Clifton Truman Daniel, who used to live in Wilmington and play on the local theatre scene, as well as work as a reporter for Star News. Daniel is playing his well-known grandfather, Harry Truman, in the show—one that has garnered a lot of advance attention for a variety of reasons. It is billed as the first time in US history that a president is portrayed on stage by his own grandson, which is really a fascinating and tantalizing idea.

Gallu’s script is a two-hour tour de force for one performer. All presidential administrations encompass multiple complicated issues. Somehow Truman’s feels packed with significant events: the atomic bomb and end of WWII, post-war economy, the Korean War, recognition of the State of Israel, segregation, The Marshall Plan, McCarthyism, corruption scandals, and a series of union/management disputes that threatened the national economy. That’s a lot of material to cover in two hours—not to mention showing audiences first-hand the man, his family, and telling the story of how he got there.

Gallu gives the sense that we all are on a personally invited tour that Truman is offering of his daily life. James Whitmore, who made the show famous, was nominated for both an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for his performance and won the GRAMMY for its spoken-word recording.

Daniel is not playing Whitmore playing Truman; that is clear from the beginning. The Missouri accent is toned down, and easier to understand than Whitmore’s, and Daniel projects much less the boxer keyed up before the big fight and more the marathoner prepared to go the distance.

Part of what makes Truman one of our more enduring and respected presidents is the sense he was a no-nonsense kind of guy, who spoke plainly and did what his conscience told him was right. (Many of the anecdotes in Gallu’s script appear in “Plain Speaking: An Oral Biography of Harry S. Truman” by Merle Miller.) All that folksiness aside, he really was the consummate politician, who could persuade anyone to his way of thinking with charm, warmth and a skill that was remarkably effective. Though plenty of scenes at the White House illustrate this, it is actually when he is home in Independence,

MAN OF THE HOUR: President Harry Truman with his grandson, Clifton Truman Daniel, who portrays his grandfather currently onstage at Thalian Hall. Courtesy photo

Missouri, that we see it so clearly. The president is home visiting, and he is cutting the grass on Sunday morning. Now, he doesn’t really want to cut the grass, but he has figured out how to do a little visiting with his neighbors and constituents, while ensuring his wife will never ask him to cut the grass again. It is incredibly charming, genuine and honestly quite a beautiful moment of human psychology and family-life in action. There—when Daniel smiles knowingly to the audience before he walks back inside the house—is the moment we see the man who knows how to win, and knows every battle is a political one, no matter how small. He shows us the secret, and we are free to use it any time. It came across over and over again throughout the evening with Daniel onstage: He really was holding back the curtain for us to see something, and we had been chosen to share the secret because we would understand. In essence, we are his buddies.

One-sided conversations are difficult onstage. With a telephone in hand, they work better but with other people in the room that the audience can’t see, they can be difficult to sell. Daniel, however, manages to convince us at times he is talking with as many as four people at once in the same room. It takes a lot of skill to make that convincing. Daniel excels with this—from conversations with Herbert Hoover and the Ghost of FDR, to meetings about the possibility of nationalizing the railroads, to campaign stops, he makes each person he is speaking with come alive.

Daniel does not present this work as nostalgic or as a museum piece. This is filled with urgency and immediacy. Indeed much of what Truman faced during his lifetime and his presidency is very timely. Korea dominates our headlines. Russian interference in our government is still a topic of concern. In Truman’s day, it was Alger Hiss, Whitaker Chambers and Joseph McCarthy, and questions of how the Soviets got an atomic bomb so quickly after we developed it. The timeliness is almost terrifying, but Daniel approaches it with such warmth and empathy, we really want to trust him to find a way out of this. It’s a reminder of

what leadership by word and deeds look like.

Part of the allure of seeing Clifton Truman Daniel portray his grandfather is the sense he will show us something private about the man we never saw. I did leave with the feeling I touched something special—that I was part of a moment with Daniel and Harry Truman. It is a remarkably complex and powerful performance that he gifts the audience.

Next weekend, on October 20, “Give ‘Em Hell Harry” moves from the Ruth and Bucky Stein Studio Theatre to the Main Stage for one night. Buy tickets to this show. It will stay with audiences for the rest of their lives.

DETAILS:

Give ‘Em Hell, Harry

Oct. 20, 7:30 p.m., Thalian Main Stage; Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 22, 3 p.m., Ruth and Bucky Stein Theatre Thalian Hall • 301 Chestnut St. www.thalianhall.org

Brooklyn Arts Center (910) 538-2939

Truman is a much-quoted president, partly because he used a direct, at times vulgar, highly masculine language that leaves no room for a rejoinder—and that appeals to everyone who would like to shut down a bully and prove themselves right. Each time he

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ARTS>>FILM

A WORTHWHILE TRIP:

films this week CINEMATIQUE

Nostalgia is done right in ‘Blade Runner 2049’

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Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. 7 p.m. • $7

BY: ANGHUS

Oct. 18 (additional 4 p.m. screening on the 18th): “May It Last” is an intimate portrait of the acclaimed North Carolina band The Avett Brothers, charting their decade-and-a-half rise. With the recording process as a backdrop, the film depicts a lifelong bond and unique creative partnership, as band members undergo marriage, divorce, parenthood, illness, and the challenges of the music business. (N/A, 104 min.)

re we drowning in nostalgia? Scientists say yes. In a recent study, a group of scientists discovered the vast majority of our feature films are made of genetically modified, weapons-grade nostalgia. Everything old is being dusted off and repackaged for a new generation of film fans. It applies to extremely popular oldschool franchises, like “Star Wars.”Lately, though, Hollywood is reaching deeper into storage boxes and pulling out moth-balled movies that weren’t all that popular and giving them the sequel treatment.

I had the same feeling when I went to watch “Tron: Legacy” a few years back.

“Tron” was one of my favorite movies when I was a kid. As a geeky child obsessed with computers, it captivated me; it was a gamechanger. It didn’t really matter that critics didn’t care for the film or the box office wasn’t earth shattering. “Tron” ended up as one of the great geek-cult films of the 1980s.

Even though no one really saw the movie, it eventually became an iconic piece of forgotten film fueled by fanatic fandom. “Blade Runner 2049” exists in a similar space.

The original “Blade Runner” was generally maligned and/or ignored by critics and audiences. Most of its praise involved mind-blowing visuals that pretty much redefined the production and art-design palette. Over the years, the film has been recut, re-edited and molested to a ludicrous degree. “Blade Runner” is one of the most discussed films of the 20th century easily. I’ll go one further: It may be the most agonizing, frustrating, boring, and most discussed film of the 20th century.

Unlike so many other long-gestating sequels, “Blade Runner 2049” is a vast improvement on the original. It might be the perfect sequel for no other reason than finding a way to be better than the film that inspired it. Detective K (Ryan Gosling) is a replicant, which is fancy talk for a robot. He’s also a Blade Runner, which means his job is to hunt down other replicants who need to be scrapped. While tracking down a rogue replicant, he discovers the buried remains of an old model who somehow managed to give birth. An android that can conceive and create life is something that would challenge the conventions of what is considered “life,” threaten the balance of power in the world, and it instantly creates a manhunt to track down the replicant messiah.

TOP NOTCH: Ryan Gosling excels an emotionless character in ‘Blade Runner 2049’. Photo courtesy of Columbia Pictures

Director Denis Villeneuve (“Arrival”) is such a gifted filmmaker. There is confidence in his choices; everything is deliberate and nothing is left to chance. Like all great directors, none of it ever feels forced. There’s a natural beauty to how the film flows. From helping create absolutely epic visuals and framing, to successfully evoking earnest, intense performances, Villeneuve’s creative compass is finely tuned.

The cast also is top-notch, with Ryan Gosling bringing a lot of life to a role often requiring him to emote as little as humanly possible. Acting, like any other skill set, requires a lot of different levels. Gosling may be the most adept minimalist performer working today. I can’t think of anyone more perfectly suited to the role of a morally conflicted android. Harrison Ford seems interested in a movie for the first time in ages and strives to make his limited minutes in the film memorable. Jared Leto does a good job playing the heel and Ana de Armas infuses her role as a love-struck hologram with a great deal of gravitas.

“Blade Runner 2049” is an engaging piece of cinema that runs a little too long, and feels constantly on the precipice of becoming too ponderous and pretentious. Still, it is an exceptional movie on many levels, with great sights and sounds. Villeneuve is a next-level director who understands how to create scenes that never feel forced and worlds

worth going to the theater to see constructed.

There might not be a more fascinating bigbudget release this year.

While a new “Blade Runner” might just be another return trip to the nostalgia well, it’s a trip worth taking.

DETAILS:

Blade Runner 2049 Rated R Directed by Denis Villeneuve Starring Harrison Ford, Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, Jared Leto

Free heavy hors d’oeuvre Cash bar • Music by 18-piece The Brunswick Big Band Tickets $30 Available at door or online

Oct. 23 - Oct. 25 (additional 4 p.m. screening on the 25th): In “Viceroy’s House” Lord Mountbatten is dispatched, along with his wife, Edwina, to New Delhi to oversee the country’s transition from British rule to independence. Taking his place in the resplendent mansion known as the Viceroy’s House, Mountbatten arrives hopeful for a peaceful transference of power. But ending centuries of colonial rule in a country divided by deep religious and cultural differences proves no easy undertaking. (N/A, 106 min.)

20th Anniversary Gala

Friday, Oct. 20, 7-11 p.m.

The Brooklyn Arts Center 516 N. 4th St.

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SOUTHEASTERN NC’S PREMIER DINING GUIDE

GRUB & GUZZLE

PEMBROKE’S • www.pembrokescuisine.com

AMERICAN BLUEWATER WATERFRONT GRILL Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach.

Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday April - October. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256-8500.

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

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

BLUE SURF CAFÉ Sophisticated Food…Casual Style. We offer a menu that has a heavy California surf culture influence while still retaining our Carolina roots. We provide a delicate balance of flavors and freshness in a comfortable and inviting setting. We offer a unique breakfast menu until noon daily, including specialty waffles, skillet hashes and unique breakfast sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi sandwich and customer favorite, meatloaf sandwich. Our dinner features a special each night along with our favorite house entrees: Braised Beef Brisket, Mojo Pork and Mahi. All of our entrees are as delicious as they are inventive.

We also have a full beer and wine list. Come try the “hidden gem” of Wilmington today. 250 Racine Drive Ste. 1, Wilmington 910-523-5362.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Breakfast served until noon each day!

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown

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

■ WEBSITE: www.bluesurfcafe.com CAM CAFÉ CAM Café, located within the CAM delivers delightful surprises using fresh, local ingredients.

The café serves lunch with seasonal options Tuesday thru Saturday, inspired “small plates” on Wednesday nights, an elegant yet approachable dinner on Thursday and brunch every Sunday. Look for a combination of fresh, regular menu items along with daily specials. As part of dining in an inspiring setting, the galleries are open during CAM Café hours which makes it the perfect destination to enjoy art of the plate along with the art of the museum. 3201 S 17th St. (910) 777-2363.

■ SERVING LUNCH, BRUNCH & DINNER: Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 11am-2pm; Thursday evening, 5pm-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown

■ WEBSITE: www.camcafe.org THE DISTRICT KITCHEN & COCKTAILS A new addition to the Brooklyn Arts and downtown area, The District Kitchen & Cocktails is serving fresh, seasonal menus in a polished casual atmosphere. We feature locally sourced ingredients when available. For lunch, we offer delicious burgers and sandwiches, while dinner features steaks, chops and seafood all handcrafted by executive chef Luke Poulos. Within blocks of CFCC and the Riverwalk, The District welcomes diners to enjoy inspired wines, craft cocktails and NC draught beers at their renovated bar and restaurant, located at 1001 N. 4th St. 910-(910) 769-6565 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Wed 5pm9pm, Thurs.-Sat 5pm-10pm ■ SERVING BRUNCH: Sunday 11am-3pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Brooklyn Arts District ■ WEBSITE: www.districtnc.com ELIJAH’S Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11:30-10:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available THE FELIX CAFE The Felix Cafe is a restaurant experience like no other in Wilmington, N.C. Our eatery is a unique and relaxing gem situated near the port, and at the edge of Sunset Park on Burnett Blvd. We believe fine dining doesn’t have to come with all the fuss.

From our homemade soups to the locally sourced produce, we let the ingredients speak for themselves in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Folks will enjoy the outdoor seating, our vibrant staff, the colorful interior, and our cabana style tiki bar.

You will come here as a customer and leave as a friend. 2140 Burnett Blvd. (910) 399-1213.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon closed.

Tues-Fri 11am-9 pm. Sat and Sun breakfast 8-11:30, opened 8am to 9pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Sunset Park, Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, full bar, check out our facebook for wine tasting and live music schedule ■ WEBSITE: www.thefelixcafewilmington.com and facebook.com/thefelixcafewilmington HENRY’S A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

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

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com HOPS SUPPLY CO. The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all

types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers. As hops are the heart of flavor for beer, our local seasonal ingredients are the soul of our culinary inspired American fare. 5400 Oleander Dr. (910) 833-8867.

■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com JOHNNYLUKES KITCHENBAR Good eats, good drinks, and great times is what JohnnyLukes KitchenBar is all about. JohnnyLukes KitchenBar serves Wilmington, NC a variety of 19 rotating craft beers on tap, a hand selected eclectic American wine list, fun cocktails, and of course, exceptional food. Our two-story layout brings the best of both worlds under one roof.

Downstairs at JohnnyLukes KitchenBar pair your beer or wine with our Parmesan Crusted Pork Chop, Chicken Pot Pie, Ribeye, or one of our many main entrees and sharable plates. Or, join us upstairs at JL’s Loft and pair a beer with one of our multiple burgers, JL’s roast beef sandwich, meatball sandwich, or one of our many appetizers (we recommend both!). So next time you are looking for a new and exciting restaurant in Wilmington, NC where you can experience both great craft beer and amazing food, be sure to head over to JohnnyLukes KitchenBar and JL’s Loft! 5500 Market Street, Suite 130. (910)-769-1798 ■ OPEN: JohnnyLukes KitchenBar: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 10pm; JL’s Loft: Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.johnnylukeskb.com THE LITTLE DIPPER Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day through October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; “Date night menu,” $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com MUNCHIES The most unique restaurant in Wilmington is Munchies. Located adjacent to the UNCW campus, Munchies provides a new take on classic American fare. Selling items unavailable anywhere else such as the famous “Fat Sandwiches”, decadent milk shakes, and fried desserts

set Munchies apart, while the incredible flavor of traditional items such as burgers and wings make Munchies stand out. Open until 3 am daily, and offering dine in, take out, and delivery options, as well the choice of ordering online, Munchies is a new American classic for todays modern world.

Perfect for lunch, dinner or a late night snack, and totally customizable, Munchies makes sure you get your food, your way, all day. 419 S. College Rd., Unit 35, 910-798-4999. Dine in • Delivery • Take out ■ OPEN LUNCH AND DINNER: 12pm - 3 am daily ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: munchiesfoodco.com PINE VALLEY MARKET Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com RISE Serving up the best dang biscuits and donuts in Wilmington, Rise is not any typical breakfast spot.

Our donut menu includes an assortment of ‘old school, new school, and our school’ flavors; and our buttery, flaky biscuits filled with country ham, bacon, sausage, fried chicken, and fried eggplant “bacon” are crave-worthy. Lunch is on the Rise with our new chicken sandwiches on potato rolls and fresh salads. 1319 Military Cutoff Rd. (910) 239-9566 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.- Sun. 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: http://risebiscuitsdonuts.com SPOONFED KITCHEN & BAKE SHOP Newly opened Spoonfed Kitchen & Bake Shop is bringing their love for great food and customer service to Wilmington! Spoonfed Kitchen & Bake Shop specializes in creating wholesome, delightful foods to feed your lifestyle. Please join us in our cafe for breakfast, lunch & weekend brunch.

We offer coffee & pastries, great foods to go from our deli & freezer cases (appetizers, salads, entrees & sides), bakery items (scones, cinnamon rolls, cookies, brownies, pies & more), gluten-free bakery items, and specialty market, cheeses & beverage. Catering is also available for all budets from personal to corporate to events. #feedyourlifestyle. 1930 Eastwood Road, Suite 105, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 679-8881. Open Mon.

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■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH ■ SERVING BRUNCH: Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: www.spoonfedkitchen.com THE TROLLY STOP Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken). Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), all-beef, pork smoked sausage (Carolina Packer), Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie.

Recognized as having the Best Hot Dog in the Best of Wilmington Awards in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or check out our website at www. trollystophotdogs.com. Catering available, now a large portion of our business. All prices include tax. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wilmington, Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921 Southport (910) 457-7017 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Closed Monday, Tues-Sat 11:30a.m. - 2:00p.m.

5:00p.m. - 9:30, Sunday 5p.m. - 9p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www. genkisushiwilmington.com HIBACHI TO GO Hibachi To Go is a locally owned, family business serving only the freshest ingredients with two locations. We invite you to try our menu items at either our Hampstead Drive-thru location, where you can walk-up, take-out, or call in and pick up your meal or our Ogden location with dine-in or take-out options. We’re convenient for lunch and dinner. Open 7 days 11 am - 9 pm. Our popular Daily Lunch Specials are featured Monday-Friday for $4.69 with selections from our most popular

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menu items! We always have fresh seafood selections at Hibachi To Go, like delicious peeled our shrimp, fresh local flounder and always a fresh catch fillet in-house. We quick grill our seafood for great flavor and healthy meal. Check our Facebook Page for today’s awesome Hibachi To Go Lunch Special. Always fresh, great food at a super good price. Hibachi To Go Facebook. Hampstead Phone: 910.270.9200. • Ogden Phone: 910.791.7800 Kerr Ave Phone: 910-833-8841 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open 7 days 11am-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, North Wilmington, Hampstead ■ WEBSITE: www.hibachitogo.com INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 2519229.

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

Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com NIKKI’S FRESH GOURMET For more than a decade, Nikki’s downtown has served diners the best in sushi. With freshly crafted ingredients making up their rolls, sushi and sashimi, a taste of innovation comes with every order. Daily they offer specialty rolls specific to the Front Street location, such as the My Yoshi, K-Town and Crunchy Eel rolls. But for less adventurous diners looking for options beyond sushi, Nikki’s serves an array of sandwiches, wraps and gyros, too. They also make it a point to host all dietary needs, omnivores, carnivores and herbivores alike. They have burgers and cheesesteaks, as well as falafal pitas and veggie wraps, as well as an extensive Japanese fare menu, such as bento boxes and tempura platters. Daily dessert and drink special are also on order. Check out their website and Facebook for more information. 16 S. Front St. (910) 771-9151.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs., 11am-10pm; Fri.-Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 12pm10pm. Last call on food 15 minutes before closing.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.nikkissushibar.com/ OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE We have reinvented “Hibachi cuisine.” Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse is like no other.

Our highly skilled chefs cook an incredible dinner

while entertaining you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. We are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure we serve only the finest food products. We believe good, healthy food aids vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of steak, seafood, and chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill.” We also serve tastebud-tingling Japanese sushi, hand rolls, sashimi, tempura dishes, and noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Our all-you-can-eat sushie menu and daily specials can be found at www.okamisteakhouse.com! 614 S College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs., 11am-2:30pm / 4-10pm; Fri., 11am-2:30pm / 4pm-11pm; Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 11am9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com SZECHUAN 132 Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City.

Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch specials ■ WEBSITE: www.szechuan132.com YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees. Wednesday 80S NIGHT 80s music and menu prices. Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert.

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

YOSHI Yoshi Sushi Bar and Japanese Cuisine offers something the greater Wilmington area has never seen before. We are seeking to bring true New

York Style Sushi to Wilmington, with classic sushi and sashimi, as well as traditional rolls and some unique Yoshi Creations. We offer a variety of items, including Poke Bowls and Hibachi - and we also are introducing true Japanese Ramen Bowls!

Come try it today! 260 Racine Dr, Wilmington 28403 (910)799-6799 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. 12pm11pm, Mon.-Thurs. 11am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-11pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.yoshisushibarandjapanesecuisine.com

BAGELS BEACH BAGELS Beach Bagels is “the” favorite spot for breakfast and lunch in Wilmington. Get a taste of a New York-style bagel by the beach. We make our bagels the traditional way: kettle-boiled then baked and always made with love. Enjoy something simple like a traditional BLT, or spice it up and try our AnnieWB: turkey breast, bacon, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, mayo, onions, and jalapeños. Not in the mood for a bagel? Don’t worry, we have ciabatta bread, croissants, kaiser rolls, biscuits, and wraps. Whatever you’re looking for, we have you covered. Don’t forget to make your lunch sandwich a combo for only $1.50,. and get a small drink, potato salad or chips and a pickle spear.

Come see us at 5906 Oleander Drive or 7220 Wrightsville Avenue—right before the drawbridge on the way to beautiful Wrightsville Beach.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Homemade bagels, biscuits, croissants, sandwiches, and more!

■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/Beach-Bagels-301865953202309/

CARIBBEAN JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE Tucked in the U-shape of University Landing, a block from UNCW is Wilmington’s fave Caribbean restaurant, serving diners for over nine years. Family-owned and -operated, Jamaica’s Comfort Zone provides a relaxing atmosphere along with a blend of Caribbean delights. Our guests have graced us with numerous compliments over the years: “explosive Caribbean culinary experience”; “every year we are here on vacation—you are our first stop”; “flavors just dance in my mouth.” From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as Brownstew chicken, curry goat, oxtail, and jerk pork, our selections also include many vegetarian and select seafood options. Student meal options are $6.99, and catering options are available. University Landing, 417 S. College Road, Wilmington SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Sat., 11:45am-9pm. Closed Sun. and Mon. NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net, and follow us on Facebook or Twitter

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

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

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

We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607.

Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.harpwilmington.com

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle.

Fat Tony’s offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% discount to students and faculty at CFCC. They have two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River.

With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza!

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

SLICE OF LIFE “Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, home-

made soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 2519444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

■ FEATURING: Largest tequila selection in town!

■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

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

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

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

ITALIAN ANTONIO’S Serving fresh, homemade Italian fare in midtown and south Wilmington, Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta is a family-owned restaurant which serves New York style pizza and pasta. From daily specials during lunch and dinner to a friendly waitstaff ensuring a top-notch experience, whether dining in, taking out or getting delivery, to generous portions, the Antonio’s experience is an unforgettable one. Serving subs, salads, pizza by the slice or pie, pasta, and more, dine-in, take-out and delivery! 3501 Oleander Dr., #2, and 5120 S. College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.)

■ NEIGHBORHOOD DELIVERY OFFERED: Monkey Junction and near Independence Mall ■ WEBSITE: www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com FAT TONY’S ITALIAN PUB

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MEXICAN EL CERRO GRANDE In January, El Cerro Grande will celebrate 25 years serving authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine to the greater Wilmington area. With an ever-evolving menu, they have introduced eight new exclusive soft tacos as part of Taco Fiesta!

They churn out mouth-watering enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, chef specialties, and more, in a colorfully inviting dining room marked by a friendly staff and attention to detail. Check out El Cerro’s daily drink and food specials at their three different locations, including $3.50 margaritas on Tuesdays off Military Road, on Wednesdays at 341 S. College Road, and on Thursdays at 5120 S. College Road. Mondays feature fajita dinners for 10.99 at all locations, and they even have karaoke every Wednesday at 341 S. College Rd, starting at 6 p.m. Serving lunch and dinner daily.

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

■ LOCATIONS: 341 S. College Rd., 910-7930035; 5120 S. College Rd., 910-790-8727; 1051 Military Cutoff Rd., 910-679-4209 ■ WEBSITE: www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com LA COSTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT With three locations to serve Wilmingtonians, La Costa is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m with lunch specials. Their full dinner menu (from 3 p.m. on) offers the best in Mexican cuisine across the city. From top-sellers, like fajitas, quesadillas and burritos, to chef’s specialty items, like molcajete or borrego, a taste

of familiar and exotic can be enjoyed. All of La Costa’s pico de gallo, guacamole, salsas, chilechipotle, enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily. Add to it a 16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.95 on Mondays and Tuesdays at all locations, and every meal is complete. Serving the Port City since1996, folks can dine indoors at the Oleander and both Market Street locations, or dine alfresco at both Market Street locations. 3617 Market St.; 8024 Unit 1 Market St.; 5622 Oleander Dr. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs until 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. until 11 a.m. 10:30 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Ogden ■ WEBSITE: www.lacostamexicanrestauranwilmington.com

ORGANIC LOVEY’S NATURAL FOODS & CAFÉ Lovey’s Natural Foods & Café is a true blessing for shoppers looking for organic and natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a veggie burger, hamburger or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu.

The Food Bar—which has cold, organic salads and hot selections—can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of delicious juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and veg-

Specials: TUES NIGHT: 1/2 Price wines by the glass WED NIGHT: 1/2 Price Draft beers

Dinner Daily: Tuesday - Saturday starting at 5pm Sunday Brunch: 10am-2pm featuring DIY Mimosa = 1 bottle of sparkling wine and a mason jar of hand squeezed OJ

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etables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness.

Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and freerange meats and poultry. wheat-free and glutenfree products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m..

Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com

SEAFOOD CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD COMPANY Founded in 2008 by Evans and Nikki Trawick, Cape Fear Seafood Company has become a local hotspot for the freshest, tastiest seafood in the area. With its growing popularity, the restaurant has expanded from its flagship eatery in Monkey Junction to a second location in Porter’s Neck, and coming soon in 2017, their third location in Waterford in Leland. “We are a dedicated group of individuals working together as a team to serve spectacular food, wine and spirits in a relaxed and casual setting,” restaurateur Evans Trawick says.

“At CFSC every dish is prepared with attention to detail, quality ingredients and excellent flavors.

Our staff strives to accommodate guests with a sense of urgency and an abundance of southern hospitality.” Cape Fear Seafood Company has been recognized by encore magazine for best seafood in 2015, as well as by Wilmington Magazine in 2015 and 2016, and Star News from 2013 through 2016. Monkey Junction: 5226 S. College Road Suite 5, 910-799-7077. Porter’s Neck: 140 Hays Lane #140, 910-681-1140. Waterford: 143 Poole Rd., Leland, NC 28451 ■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER: 11:30am-4pm daily; Mon.-Thurs.., 4pm-9pm; Fri.-Sat., 4pm10pm; Sun., 4pm-8:30pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, north Wilmington and Leland ■ WESBITE: www.capefearseafoodcompany.com CATCH Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer.

We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC

Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts.

Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street.

You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net OCEANIC Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best.

Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach.

Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes.

Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available.

703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach.

(910) 256.5551.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com THE PILOT HOUSE The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South. We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks.

Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910-3430200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown

Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday ■ WEBSITE: www.pilothouserest.com SHUCKIN’ SHACK Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910458-7380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). The Shack is the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more. Come in and check out the Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time!

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

■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com

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

(910) 798-2913.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com

PEMBROKE’S A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant. Pembroke’s focuses on the same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce. They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds.

1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-239-9153.

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

Sunday brunch, 10am-3pm.

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

Serving seasonally inspired, locally-sourced Southern Cuisine.

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

P embroke ’ s

Bar SpecialS:

TueSday: pemBroke’S Burger and a nc drafT Beer $14 WedneSday: WingS and a nc drafT Beer $10 ThurSday: riBS and a nc drafT Beer $17

dining room Special: TueSday Through SaTurday: chef’S choice 3 courSe dinner for 2 WiTh a BoTTle of Wine for $80

SPORTS BAR CAROLINA ALE HOUSE Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sportsthemed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com JAX 5TH AVE. DELI & ALE HOUSE Locally owned and operated, Jax offers a laid-back atmosphere, welcoming foodies, sports fans, and craft beer enthusiasts alike. We provide a full eclectic menu of quality Boar’s Head sliced meat and cheeses, and feature unique items like our smoked salmon deviled egg, a legendary Italian sandwich, and famous pita pizzas that bake up lite and crispy.

20 HDTVs feature premium sports packaging for all the games! Supporting local craft breweries with 24 drafts and over 100 different bottles and cans, enjoy it all inside the shiny silver building or outside on the dog-friendly patio at 5046 New Centre Dr. Carry out: 910-859-7374.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/ JaxFifthAveDeliAleHouse

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com

Dinner Daily: Tuesday - Saturday starting at 5pm (includeS a Shared appeTizer & deSSerT, 2 enTreeS and BoTTle of Wine - all Sunday Brunch: 10am-2pm chef and Sommelier’S choice)

1125 a, m iliTary c uToff r d . • (910) 239-9153 WWW . pemBrokeScuiSine . com

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Facebook . com / pembrokeswilmington or Follow us on instagram @ pembrokecuisine

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an art show celebrating the cerebral, celestial, magical, and ethereal art work of Wilmington artists CALLING ALL ARTISTS: We want to see your interpretation of “Stardust,” for Bottega Wine and Art Gallery’s holiday

exhibition, Dec. 6-Jan. 31. Official holiday reception on Dec. 7; closing reception: Jan. 25. Open to all media—painting, drawing, sculpture, performance art, video installation, photography, etc.

Email hi-res jpg of the work or link to video submission to shea@encorepub.com by Nov. 15 for consideration.

Work will be chosen by Nov. 21 and will be dropped off to Bottega (723 N. Fourth St.) on Nov. 27 to hang for exhibition.

Up to 40 overall submissions will hang; top 8 will be featured in enocre’s Dec. 6 edition.

Fifteen percent of sales from art sold will benefit DREAMS of Wilmington.

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GRUB & GUZZLE>>REVIEW

NIP SIP

TACO TUES ... EVERYDAY:

foodtastic events

Capricho crafts drool-worthy Mexican street food

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For a lovely, simple spin on fish tacos, the Veracruz scored a win. Thin filets of wellseasoned grouper were tucked between crispy cabbage, pickled red onions, radish, cilantro, and lime sour cream. The refreshing combo just needed a squeeze from the fresh lime placed beside it and a few dashes of hot sauce to make it a home run.

BY: ROSA BIANCA

veryone knows the Princess Street building downtown. It once housed Phun Seafood Bar, where Catch superchef Keith Rhodes rocked out savory noodle bowls and Vietnamese specialties. The storefront has finally been reinvented under the guidance of Dixie Grill’s Brian Mayberry and restaurant pop-up master Chef Jeffrey Porter. I did a little digging into Capricho’s story and learned how, after years of working his way up from dishwasher at a handful of local eateries, it’s hardworking Santos Martinez at the helm of the ship.

Aye aye, Captain. Morale is high!

I had a taste of Capricho several months back when a friend suggested it for a random Taco Tuesday outing. They had recently opened and were still sans alcohol permit.

Luckily, we were able to take our tacos togo right around the corner to Tavern Law where we could get our bubbly fix. Don’t worry, though: Capricho now doles out reasonably priced cervezas (cans for two dolla’ dolla’ bills, yo) for last-minute taco-and-booze emergencies. The restaurant itself is colorful, yet modest: several small tables and a handful of seats at the counter. It’s fitting for snagging a quick lunch or impressing a date with knowledge of where to find the solid hidden eats in town.

Keep in mind, however, Capricho isn’t a standard, oversized, Mexi-American restaurant where an appetizer comes right to the table. Actually, chips and salsa are an add-on to the meal and well worth the extra few bucks. The chips, thick-cut yellow cornmeal triangles, freshly fried and dusted with savory seasoning hooked me immediately.

The house salsa was mild, though erupted with acidity of juicy tomatoes, cilantro and sharp chunky bits of white onion. Meanwhile, the guacamole was light, creamy and superbly fresh.

Next up from the antojitos (little cravings) menu were the platanos: fried maduros with mint-agave yogurt. Capricho slices their golden plantains into thick diagonal wedges, and the heartier centers of the plantains have a soft, chewy interior while the outer edges (particularly when dipped into the tangy, slightly sweetened yogurt dip) are crisp and boast a hint of sweet and savory.

From fluffy to crunchy came the earthshatteringly perfect chicharrones. I hate to admit, but pork rinds aren’t something I typically go out of my way for. I appreciate chefs

SAVORY VERACRUZ: Handmade tortillas, stuffed with seasoned grouper, cabbage, pickled red onions, radish, cilantro, and lime sour cream.

Photo by Tom Dorgan

putting an elegant spin on an ingredient most people are used to eating out of a plastic bag, but they rarely make their way onto my table. Since Capricho was out of the one dish I heard so much praise over (Mexican street corn), chicharrones made a stand-in. One bite of a puffy fried curl led me to becoming a believer. The fragrant, crackly skin is perfumed with Mexican oregano with a robust flavor. With a pop and crunch, the salty, fatty rind was gone. And I was onto the next one.

Addiction at its finest.

The only item that didn’t seem to align with the rest was the veggie tamale (a chalkboard special). I’m going to blame the to-go box for this one. The tamale (out of its protective corn husk casing) didn’t make it home in one piece. Flavor-wise, it was also the least impressive. The masa shell was so thick, it overwhelmed the delicate veggies inside. Seeing as the majority of the Mexican meal was authentic and tempting, I would give the dish an in-house do-over with no questions asked.

Now, let’s talk tacos.

Between the thin, delicately charred, handmade corn tortillas and generously plump fillings, nearly every taco here was a hit. I started with the carnitas: a blend of mojo pork, salsa verde, fried onions, radishes, and cojita. The meat had a perfect mix of textures; big chunks were juicy and thin wispy shreds had a gentle crunch. The tangy tomatillo salsa was an ideal partner for the fatty pork. The fried onions offered a garlic note, and the cojita’s saltiness brought together every ingredient.

GOURMET FOR A CAUSE BAKE SALE Sat., Oct. 21, 10 a.m.

Elks Lodge 5102 Oleander Dr. Free

The Ministering Circle will hold its annual Red Apron Gourmet Sale for a Cause on October 21 at The Elks Lodge at 5102 Oleander Drive. Doors open at 10 a.m. and admission is free.

While in line, shoppers will have opportunity to buy raffle tickets and $5 cookbooks and try delicacies sold at the sale, such as homemade cheese straws and pepper jellies.

Just for shits and giggles, I ordered the soft shell street tacos. I’m almost embarrassed to say, out of a kitchen serving up such authentic Mexican street food, I couldn’t help but bury my entire face into these Americanized beef tacos. Served on a flour tortilla, the handheld was stuffed with ground beef, lettuce, cheddar-Jack and salsa. Sounds like something from a chain restaurant, right? Wrong. The ground beef had so many fabulous, complex spices running through it that, when combined with the chewy tortilla, crunchy lettuce shreds, and bright salsa, it tasted like a really good version of something my mouth found surprisingly familiar.

My only quarrel came with the chicken quesadilla: The bottom was clearly a bit burnt. But I don’t have a doubt if I had seen it in person and sent it back, the friendly young woman at the front would have remedied the problem without a second thought. The corn, pepperand-chicken-packed quesadilla was just as flavorful and delicious as everything else, and the “circle what you want” paper menu made customizing my order a breeze.

I was a big fan of Phun (try saying that five times) and was worried that after all this time, a new restaurant stepping foot into its giant shoes might fall short. But so far, Capricho is towering over the downtown taco scene and I’m all giddy with guacamole and glee.

DETAILS: Capricho

215-A Princess St. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Closed on Sunday 910-765-1167 facebook.com/CaprichoofWilmington

LIGHTHOUSE BEER AND WINE FEST Sat., Oct. 28, 1 p.m.

North Waterfront Park

11 Harnett St. Tickets: $15-$55 www.lighthousebeerandwine.com

16th annual Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival runs from 1pm-5pm, with a limited number of VIP tickets reaping the benefit of a noon entry and loads of limited beers and wine.

Over 100 craft breweries, and wineries will be all

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restaurant week

■ DOWNTOWN ■ NORTH WILMINGTON ■ MIDTOWN ■ WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH ■ SOUTH WILMINGTON

Nikki’s Fresh Gourmet & Sushi Downtown

16 S. Front St. • (910) 772-9151 www.nikkissushibar.com Sushi/Japanese

4-COURSE DINNER: $25 PER PERSON

Includes alcohol *Two restaurants have closed since encore printed its Wilmington Restaurant Week Menu Guide: Captain Ponchos and Epicurean Grille. Offers there are null and void; apologies for the inconvenience.

FOR COMPLETE MENUS GO TO WWW.WILMINGTONRESTAURANTWEEK.COM

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

301 N. Water St. (910) 343-1818 www.ruthschris-wilmington.com

Savorez

402 Chestnut St. • (910) 833-8894 www.savorez.com Latin American

3-COURSE DINNER: $25 PER PERSON

3-COURSE DINNER: $35 PER PERSON

The District Kitchen & Cocktails

128 S. Water St. • (910) 763-2052 www.thegeorgerestaurant.com

1001 N. 4th St. • (910) 769-6565 www.districtnc.com

Seafood

American

2-COURSE LUNCH: $15 PER PERSON 3-COURSE DINNER: $30 PER PERSON

3-COURSE MEAL: $30 PER PERSON

Shuckin’ Shack

109 Market St. • (910) 833-8622 www.theshuckinshack.com Seafood

LUNCH SPECIAL: $7.99 PER PERSON LUNCH SPECIAL: $8.99 PER PERSON

The Little Dipper

138 S. Front St. • (910) 251-0433 www.littledipperfondue.com Fondue

FLIGHT & MULE SPECIALS 4-COURSE DINNER FOR ONE: $26 PER PERSON 4-COURSE DINNER FOR TWO: $50 PER PERSON

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Pilot House

2 Ann St. • (910) 343-0200 www.pilothouserest.com

Southern

Seafood

LUNCH & DINNER: BUY ONE APPETIZER, GET SECOND FREE BUY ONE DESSERT, GET SECOND FREE

2-COURSE LUNCH: $16 PER PERSON 3-COURSE DINNER: $32 PER PERSON

Yo Saké

33 S. Front St. (910) 763-3172 www.yosake.com Sushi/Japanese

Steak House

The George on the Riverwalk

The Basics

319 N. Front St. • (910) 343-1050 www.thebasicswilmington.com

4-COURSE DINNER: $25 PER PERSON

Dram + Morsel

33 S. Front St. • (910) 833-5999 www.dramandmorsel.com American Tapas

4-COURSE DINNER: $25 PER PERSON

Elijah’s

2 Ann St. • (910) 343-1448 www.elijahs.com Seafood

2-COURSE LUNCH: $18 PER PERSON 3-COURSE DINNER: $32 PER PERSON

Caprice Bistro

10 Market St. • (910) 815-0810 www.capricebistro.com French

4-COURSE DINNER: $29.95 PER PERSON

Circa 1922

8 N. Front St. • (910) 762-1922 www.circa1922.com Global/Tapas

3-COURSE DINNER: $23.95 PER PERSON

Jax 5th Ave. Deli & Ale House

5046 New Centre Dr. • (910) 859-7374 www.jaxwilmington.com American

3-COURSE LUNCH OR DINNER FOR 2: $18.70

Yoshi Sushi Bar and Japanese Cuisine

260 Racine Dr., #8 (910) 799-6799 www.yoshisushibarandjapanesecuisine.com Sushi/Japanese

4-COURSE DINNER: $25 PER PERSON

Casey’s Buffet 5559 Oleander Dr. • (910) 798-2913 www.caseysbuffet.com Southern

ADULT DINNER BUFFET: $13.99 PER PERSON

La Costa Mexican Restaurant

3617 Market St. • (910) 772-9000 8024 Market St. • (910) 686-8210 5622 Oleander Dr. • (910) 392-6006 www.lacostamexicanrestaurantwilmington.com Mexican

3-COURSE DINNER: $24 PER COUPLE

Roko Italian Cuisine

601 Parker Farm Dr., Suite 105, In Mayfaire (910) 679-4783 • www.rokoitalian.com Italian

3- COURSE DINNER: $24.95 PER PERSON

South Beach Grill

100 South Lumina Ave. (910) 256-4646 www.southbeachgrillwb.com

Seafood/American

2-COURSE LUNCH: $11.95 PER PERSON 3-COURSE DINNER: $27.95 PER PERSON

Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta

3501 Oleander Dr #2 • (910) 228-5999 5120 South College Rd. • (910) 792-0000 www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com Italian

2-COURSE LUNCH: $10.99 PER PERSON 3-COURSE DINNER: $19.99 PER PERSON

A Taste Of Italy

1101 S. College Rd. (910) 392-7529 www.atasteofitalydeli.com Italian

3-COURSE LUNCH: $9.99 PER PERSON

The Melting Pot

Jamaica’s Comfort Zone

417 S. College Rd., #24 • (910) 399-2867 www.jamaicascomfortzone.net Caribbean

American

4-COURSE MEAL: $17 PER PERSON

3-COURSE MEAL: $16.99 PER PERSON Encore Restaurant menu offered from 12 p.m.-7:30 p.m. only

Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse

614 South College Rd. • (910) 399-3366 www.okamisteakhouse.com

3-COURSE DINNER: $24 PER PERSON

Osteria Cicchetti

Italian Bistro

Fondue

Italian

4- COURSE DINNER: $25 PER PERSON

3-COURSE DINNER: $50.00 PER COUPLE 4-COURSE DINNER: $60.00 PER COUPLE

341 S. College Rd.: (910) 793-0035 5120 S. College Rd.: (910) 790-8727 1051 Military Cutoff Rd.: (910) 679-4209 www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com

5500 Market St., #130 • (910) 769-1798 www.johnnylukeskb.com

“PICK 2” SMALL PLATE LUNCH: $9 PER PERSON 3-COURSE DINNER: $29 PER PERSON

8211 Market St. • (910) 686-7774 www.ItalianBistroNC.com

El Cerro Grande

JohnnyLukes KitchenBar American

Japanese

885 Town Center Dr. (910) 256-1187 www.meltingpot.com

Comes with $25 “Dip Certificate” to use at a future visit.

Munchies

419 S. College Rd., Unit 35 • (910) 798-4999 www.munchiesfoodco.com

1125-K Military Cutoff Rd. 910) 256-7476 5104 S. College Rd. (910) 392-3490 www.osteria-cicchetti.com Italian

Includes a bottle of wine (red or white)

The Felix Cafe

3-COURSE DINNER: $21.95 PER PERSON

Zocalo Street Food and Tequila

2140 Burnett Blvd.

(910) 399-1213 www.thefelixcafewilmington.com

1474 Barclay Pointe Blvd., Ste 206 (910) 833-5142 • www.zocalostreetfood.com

Mexican

American

Mexican

LUNCH FOR TWO: $12 PER COUPLE DINNER FOR TWO: $16 PER COUPLE TWO SIZZLING FAJITAS: $22

2-COURSE LUNCH OR DINNER FOR KIDDOS (11 a.m.-9 p.m.): $8 PER CHILD 2-COURSE LUNCH OR DINNER FOR ADULTS (11 a.m.-4 p.m.): $11 PER PERSON 3-COURSE DINNER FOR ADULTS (4 p.m.-9 p.m.): $35 PER PERSON

3-COURSE LUNCH: $15 PER PERSON 3-COURSE DINNER: $20 PER PERSON

Sweet n Savory

Spoonfed Kitchen & Bake Shop

Boca Bay

1611 Pavillion Place (910) 256-0115 www.sweetnsavory.cafe

1930 Eastwood Rd., Ste. 105 (910) 679-8881 • www.spoonfedkitchen.com

2025 Eastwood Rd. (910) 256-1887 www.bocabayrestaurant.com

American

American

Seafood

BREAKFAST: $10 PER PERSON 3-COURSE LUNCH: $14.95 PER PERSON

3-COURSE DINNER: $26.95 PER PERSON

DAILY BRUNCH SPECIALS

Available everyday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. during restaurant week

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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON

TO-DO CALENDAR

events

ANTIQUES AND TRADE MARKET

First Sat. through Oct., 10am-4pm. Outdoor: $15, every 10x10. Indoor: $20. every 10x10.

Make RSVP today. Food vendors welcome.

American Legion Post 167, 16660 Hwy US 17, Hampstead. ncalpost167.org.

ARTISAN MARKET

Historic Downtown Marketplace each Sunday, 10am-3:30pm through Oct. in Riverfront Park. Local artists bring an amazing

shopping experience to downtown Wilmington, right on the water in the heart of downtown with art, music, crafts and more. As the Marketplace continues to grow, it becomes an economic contributor to the downtown providing locals and tourist alike with a unique shopping option and a valuable downtown experience. Riverfront Park, 5 N. Water St.

PHOBIA HAUNTED TRAIL

Oct. 20-22, 27-29, Oct. 31, 8pm-midnight.

Phobia Haunted trail is CarnEvil, with three attractions in one, and it takes only 10 to 15 minutes to survive. A live actor event w/

frightening and disturbing scenes created by disgruntled clowns from the circuses that have been shut down in recent years. They are looking to get even.Actors will not touch guests. $10-$15, with a less scary version on Oct. 21 & Oct. 28, noon-4pm, $5 each. Cardinal Lanes, 3907 Shipyard Blvd.

VICTORIAN MOURNING EXHIBIT

How did Victorian funerary customs differ from our 21st century funerals? Join the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society at the Latimer House Museum for an interactive exhibit on mourning during the Victorian Era. Included in

the exhibit is a circa 1850 mourning dress of Elizabeth Savage Latimer, hair jewelry, and post-mortem photography. In addition, the Latimer House is decorated for a Victorian Wake, complete with a reproduction casket, flowers, and black crepe covering the houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many mirrors. Schedule through Oct. 31: Mon.-Sat., departing between 10am and 3pm; Thurs., Oct. 26, 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, and 8:30pm; Sat, Oct. 28 at 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, and 8:30pm. Victorian All Hollows Eve Celebration: Fri, Oct. 27 from 7-9pm. Admission: $12/adult; $10 AAA members or military; $6/student; LCFHS members are free.

126 S 3rd St. LYCEUM ACADEMY HAUNTED HOUSE

Oct. 20-22, 26-29, 31, 7pm-10pm weeknights or 7pm-midnight weekends: Can you feel the adrenaline running through your veins? Can you hear your heartbeat pounding in your head? Are you ready to run for your life? Do you dare to enter the world of horror movies mashed into one haunted house? If you do, come join the NHHS Lyceum Academy Students in their Haunted House this October.

Do you dare? (Event is rated PG-13). 921 Princess St.

G.R.E.A.T. CONFERENCE EXHIBIT

Oct. 19, 9am: See exhibitors from the local community and across the state who specialize in products and resources for individuals with disabilities, family members, and service providers. This event is free and open to the public. Exhibits will feature a variety of products and services including durable medical equipment, mobility products, assisstive technology, training programs, community resources and more. Hilton Wilmington Riverside, 301 N. Water St.

PORT BRUNSWICK DAYS

Oct. 21, 10am: Living historians, dressed in 18th century attire, will demonstrate what life was once like in the first permanently established town on the lower Cape Fear. Visitors will have the opportunity to interact and try their hand at the militia drill, take a turn in the stocks and pillory, dip their own beeswax candles, visit a colonial tavern, and more!

Free and fun for all ages. Brunswick Town/ Fort Anderson State Historic Site, 8884 St. Philips Rd. SE.

MUSEUM AFTER DARK

Step into the shoes of crime scene investigators! Lift latent prints and microscopically compare hair, fibers, and other materials.

Explore impression and toolmark evidence.

Find out how bugs help solve crimes. Extract DNA and talk with experts about how they analyze evidence. Ages 18+. Food and beverages available for purchase from Poor Piggyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Vittles and Bombers Bev Co. Tickets available online at: www.capefearmuseum. com/programs. Sponsored by Cape Fear Museum Associates. $6-$10. Cape Fear Mu-

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SILENT TREATMENT: In alphabetical order

by Fred Piscop ACROSS 1 Washes against 7 Obstinate equines 12 DJIA tech company 15 Expected in 18 Red-tagged, maybe 19 Produced for the theater 21 Grisham alma mater 23 Pangs while fasting 25 Unknown ones 26 Size up 27 Hyundai rival 29 Convent figure 30 With everything in place 32 Blended family member 35 Sicilian hot spot 39 Rooms in a casa 42 Phi Beta Kappa and kin 45 Drone plane’s lack 46 With sincerity 47 Get ready 48 D.C. ballplayer 49 Just __ (not much) 50 Go bad 51 Had something 52 Film’s orchestral music 54 Plunder 55 Room to relax in 56 Irish county 59 Title used by Uncle Remus 60 Crewel tool 64 Rock concert lights 66 Support the team 67 The Sopranos restaurateur 68 Database software function 69 Longest-serving 72 Kind of study aid 77 Caddie’s suggestion 78 Desert springs 79 3-D exam 80 Dallas hoopster

81 Film with steeds and saloons 83 Start of MGM’s motto 84 E-file preparer 85 Outpouring 87 Ecuadorean export 88 Fails to be 90 Nestling’s noise 92 Boring tool 93 Noisy tool 97 Piano technician 98 Collector’s completions 99 Loses for a time 100 “Amscray!”

102 Where spokes meet 104 Lobe locale 105 Garage descriptor 109 Sprite alternative 113 Purchase for the present 119 Extreme acquisitiveness 120 Part of USSR 121 City on the Rio Grande 122 Hear clearly 123 Dancing-shoe attachment 124 Collector’s list 125 Finishes with DOWN 1 Captain’s journal 2 Actress Kendrick 3 Unpaid TV spots 4 Tools with teeth 5 Make a foe of 6 Verb forms 7 Campsite residue 8 Alphabetic trio 9 __ Luis Obispo, CA 10 Protein source 11 Harry Potter’s Quidditch position 12 Lithium-__ battery 13 Dagwood’s wife

14 15 16 17 20 22 24 28 31 32 33 34 36 37 38 39 40 41 43 44 45 46 51 53 55 56 57 58 61 62 63 64 65 68 69 70 71

Bistro handout Not well-lit Put into practice Half a figure eight Faucet failings Olympia painter Govt. property overseer Rescue dog, for example Multitude Venerable NBC weekend show Small train or truck Field measure It’s mined for bronze Not as remote Daisy look-alikes Cowell of reality shows Accused’s explanation Group to be auctioned No longer chic Four-song CDs Place for picnicking Former senator Lott “Over the Rainbow” composer Madam Secretary airer French designer Dwarf planet beyond Mars Volunteer’s offer “Hasta la vista!”

Large family As well Grandmas California wine city Exist Dispose of Pistachio portions Seinfeld character Pit of a plum

72 73 74 75 76 82 83 84 85 86 89 90

Dovetail part Pushes forward Something seen Indulge, with “to” Constantly Outer edge Prefix for bodies Animation collectible Skillet-like utensil Play on words Anise-flavored liqueur Outburst

91 “A fool and __ money . . .”

94 Wedding attendant 95 Weasel’s weapons 96 Scopes Trial attorney 97 Hair annoyance 101 Swindle or swindler 103 Part of BTU 106 Bingo player’s purchase 107 Title characters of nine sci-fi films

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Second attempt Become weary Holiday preceder Chocolatier’s vessel Zing Selma director DuVernay ATM entry Kennel client “For what __ worth . . .”

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pe, M.D. FACP, Lupus Survivor since 2001, Currently Medical Director of Pharmacovigilance in the Pharmaceutical Industry since 2007. Register: http://chapters.lupus.org/site/ Calendar?id=101004&view=Detail. Northeast Regional Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

Oct. 20, 7pm: Lots of true stories of Foy family household haints to share, including a murderous crime of passion. Come discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here.

We will share a little history with you, provide CLASSIC CARS AND ARCHITECTURE a scroll of the dead, and permit you to focus Oct. 21, 11am-3pm: Car review and more! on a particular room or rooms for any paranorShare this event with your friends! Live music, mal activity. Groups are limited to 15; all tickboat taxi from downtown at 10am. Spirit of the ets are $15. Cameras, and other paranormal River Hourly Boat Tours (11am, 12pm, 1pm & equipment are permitted. Tickets:www.pop2pm), classic car show, model home tours, largrove.org/festivals/paranormalghosttours. select vendors. Porches Cafe will offer various Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 US Highway specials. River Bluffs, 3571 Hansa Dr. http:// 17 N. riverbluffsliving.com/event/cars

NC FOSSIL FAIR

HARVEST ARTS FEST

Oct. 21, 9am: Organized by the North CaroOct. 21, 1pm: The Co-op lawn will be translina Fossil Club, the Fossil Fair is an annual formed into a pop-up market featuring 20+ logathering of fossil enthusiasts who share their cal artists and makers. Musical performances passion and knowledge of paleontology with

by Laura McLean and Broccoli Brothers Cirthe public. Some to the best fossils found in cus trio! And a silent auction of pieces creNC and beyond will be on display, from giant ated by local artists inspired by our relationshark teeth, whale bone, sea urchins, shells ship with water, the proceeds of which will go and more! Smithsonian paleontologists will be towards the purchase of a Reverse Osmosis on-site to identify fossils. Visitors are encourfiltration machine to be stationed for public aged to bring fossils that need identification to use at DREAMS Center for Arts Education. the Fossil Fair. Free for members or with paid Tidal Creek Co-op, 5329 Oleander Dr. admission. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market ILM WIENER DOG RACES St. Oct. 21, 3pm: Come watch or participate in LUPUS TELECONFERENCE: the 9th annual Wilmington Wiener Dog Races.

“Think Again: Coping with Lupus Fog,” Oct. We race dozens of wiener dogs every year 18, 7-8pm: As many as half of all people and raise money for Dauntless Dog Rescue. with lupus describe feelings of confusion, It takes place at the Wilmington Oktoberfest fatigue, memory loss, and difficulty expresswhich is held at The Ogden Tap Room. Wilming their thoughts. This collection of sympington Oktoberfest raises money for the Pretty toms is termed cognitive dysfunction. Learn in Pink Foundation. There’s a German band, more about “lupus fog,” its symptoms and Oktoberfest beers and Brats. All of that and treatment options. Presenter: Pamela Thorwiener dog races. See you there! The Wilm-

ington Wiener Dog Races are free to enter, however there is an admission charge to get into Oktoberfest. Wiener Dog races are a part of the Wilmington Oktoberfest, which has an admission charge. The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St. ZOMBIEFEST

Oct 21: Battle House Laser Tag turns into a zombie apocalypse and wasteland where remaining survivors will have to fight against the zombie outbreak. Players are split into red and blue teams. This mission takes a different approach and both teams must work together to fight off the zombies outbreak and save the city from a complete takeover. Only 22 tickets will be sold per battle time. Game times are reduced slightly from our typical weekend battles. Start times: 6:30pm, 7:45pm, 8:55pm and 10:05pm. Fundraising Event for our volunteer zombie actors helps them raise funds for their next film project. A portion of all proceeds will be donated. Battle House - Tactical Laser Tag, ilm, 1817 Hall Dr.

charity/volunteer HABITAT 30-HOUR BUILD

Oct. 19, 7am: In honor of Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity’s 30th anniversary we are building a house in 30 hours. We will have a kick off event on site at 2500 Oakley Rd., Castle Hayne, NC on Wed. Oct 18th (time is TBD) and start building Thurs. Oct. 19th at 7am.

The build be non-stop and be completed at 2pm on Fr. Oct 20th. Volunteers are welcome!

The home will be benefiting a mother and her 7 year old son who have dreamed of owning

Listen to ghost stories tailored for young children, and experience the “Haunted Barn”! Let your little ones enjoy Halloween the way it used to be.

Oct. 27th – 31st 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Market & Water Streets, Downtown Wilmington $12 per adult, $5 per child under 12 Free treats for children. No reservations!

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Upcoming Events: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 | 7:00 P.M. Volleyball vs Northeastern THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 | 7:00 P.M. Women’s Soccer vs Charleston MIDNIGHT MADNESS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20 | 9:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M. Trask Coliseum, Free Admission SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 | 3:00 P.M. Volleyball vs JMU SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 | 12:30 P.M. Volleyball vs Hofstra SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 | 1:00 P.M. Women’s Soccer vs Northeastern

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a home of their very own. Title Sponsor: Virginia Episcopal School. Builder: Steven’s Fine Homes. Habitat House, 2500 Oakley Rd. FOOD DRIVE AND FREE SHRED DAY

Oct. 21, 10am: Protect your identity and Help the Food Bank of NC. Clear out piles of paper! For the first time ever, The UPS Store is partnering with The Village Shopping Center and Food Bank of NC to host a Free Shred Day and Food Drive. Any resident is invited to bring sensitive and confidential documents to be shredded onsite with secure shredding services provided by Iron Mountain. Anyone bringing paperwork to shred is asked (not required) to bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the Food Bank. The Food Bank accepts items such as canned foods, pasta, household items, paper toiletries, and hygiene items. The Free Shred Day at UPS is intended for personal items only and not for commercial or small business use.(910) 392-5091. 4403 Oleander Dr., The Village Shopping Center (behind Dunkin Donuts). ww.facebook.com/ upsstore6756. store6756@theupsstore.com

GOURMET FOR A CAUSE

Oct. 21, 10am: The Ministering Circle will hold its annual “Red Apron Gourmet Sale for a Cause” at The Elks Lodge, 5102 Oleander Dr. Shoppers will have opportunity to buy raffle tickets and $5 cookbooks, and try delicacies sold at the sale. Gourmet items include various frozen homemade casseroles, soups, chowders, stuffed potatoes, and ham biscuits, pickles, relishes and jellies, and home baked goods. Sale will be open 10-11:30am, as all items are anticipated to be sold within that time to raise funds for local scholarships

at UNCW and CFCC, and humanitarian and healthcare services in the Cape Fear. Handknit baby clothing and blankets and superior Rada knives and products will be for sale.

Shoppers come early and bring a tote. Credit cards, cash, and checks accepted. www.theministeringcircle.com.

ATHENIAN KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN

Oct. 21, 7pm: Join us for an evening of live music, readings, and drinks as we launch our kickstarter campaign for the first literary nonprofit catered to marginalized women and femme writers in the Southeast. Help us make our vision a reality as we attempt to raise $35,000. The event will feature live music from the Emily Mussolini Trio and a keynote address by Cave Canem fellow and PANK Magazine editor Maya M. Marshall. Come for a wonderful night of food trucks, raffle prizes, and readings and support our growing independent press and the opening of Athenian Bookstore and Lounge.Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Ln.

music/concerts KURE BEACH BOOGIE IN THE PARK

Free concert series at Kure Beach’s Ocean Front Park from 5-7pm on the 1st/3rd Sun. through October. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the show! Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

LELAND SPRING CONCERT SERIES

Thurs., 6:30pm: Leland Municipal Park for our concert series and be prepared to dance.

Bring blanket/lawn chair, beverages, and

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friends and family! Local food trucks will be on site selling food! No smoking or e-cigs allowed on Town property. Leland Municipal Park, 102 Town Hall Dr. MUSIC CRUISES

A boat ride at sunset on the river! Join us for a 1.5 hour cruise on the Cape Fear River. Sip a drink from our full bar, enjoy the sights, while listening to music by local musicians. $27.

Book: 910-338-3134. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

RUSH HOUR CONCERT

Oct. 17, 6:30pm: Hailing from Wilmington, NC, David Russell and his Port City Blues band bring fiery, real-life originals and covers of the blues legends to the masses. His self-styled “Port City Blues” is deeply rooted in Chicago blues but also incorporates elements from the local jazz community and West Coast blues.

Russell’s influences range from T-Bone Walker to BB King, Otis Rush, Magic Sam, Pee Wee Crayton and beyond. They’ve shared the stage with Grammy winners Robert Cray and Johnny Lang, Grammy nominee Tab Benoit and touring acts Nick Moss Band and Samantha Fish. http://uncw.edu/arts/tickets.html.

Kenan Auditorium (UNC Wilmington), 601 S. College Rd.

RANKY TANKY

Oct. 19, 7:30pm: “Gullah” comes from West African language and means “a people blessed by God.” “Ranky Tanky” translates loosely as “Work It,” or “Get Funky!” In this spirit this Charleston, SC based quintet performs timeless music of Gullah culture born in the southeastern Sea Island region of the United States. From playful game songs to ecstat-

ic shouts, from heartbreaking spirituals to delicate lullabies, the musical roots of Charleston, SC are “rank” and fertile ground from which these contemporary artists are grateful to have grown. SC natives Quentin Baxter, Kevin Hamilton, Charlton Singleton, and Clay Ross first came together in 1998, fresh out of university, to form a seminal Charleston jazz quartet.

UNCW Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd. http://uncw.edu/arts/tickets.html BLACKWATER RHYTHM AND BLUES

Oct. 20, 6pm: BlackWater Rhythm & Blues Band is playing at the Wilmington Shrine Club, at 4510 South College Road @ 6pm. Price of tickets is $25 this includes the show, hors d’oeuvres, and Ocean Street Dance Sounds right here in Wilmywood. Eat, drink, and dance the night away. Arab Shrine Club , 4510 South College Rd.

BRIERWOOD ENSEMBLE

Oct. 20, 7pm: The Brierwood Ensemble performs a recital of chamber music that captures the spirit of the fall season. Works include Louis van Waefelghem’s “Soir d’automne,” Henriette Renié “Feuilles d’automne,” and Tchaikovsky’s “October: Autumn Song.” Basilica Shrine of Saint Mary, S. Fifth & Ann sts.

CONCERTS: UNCW AND FRIENDS

Oct. 22, 2:30pm: Enjoy a concert ranging from Beethoven, Bizet, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff to popular song, when piano students of Dr. Barry Salwen and voice students of Nancy King come together at Cameron Art Museum for a colorful program of piano and vocal favorites. The afternoon showcases the talent of UNC Wilmington’s superb music department.

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tsy Curtis. Purchase seats on Cameron Art Museum’s website, by phone and at CAM’s Visitor Services desk. Held in collaboration with UNCW’s Department of Music. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. CAM Members and Students with valid college ID: $8, NonMembers: $13. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

appearance or is the well-timed return of the company’s original star too well-timed? Tickets: $18-$42; high prices include three-course meal. 19 S. 10th St. MACABARET

Through Oct. 28, Fri. and Sat., 10pm: An irreverent evening of gallows humor, song, and dance, this cabaret-style show will make you laugh ‘til it hurts with its outrageous look at the morbid and the macabre. Join host Phil Graves and his cadaverous cohorts as they perform songs such as “Marriage is Murder,” “Grave Mistake,” and “Dead End Job” that deal with love gone bad, obsessions, and strange things that go bump in the night.

Tickets: $10-$15. Groups of ten or more are $12 each. Opening night: $10 special for all area actors. Late-night food menu and cash bar; costume contest. www.theatrewilmington. com. 910-399-3669. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St.

theatre/auditions SHAKESPEARE BRUNCH

Reserved seating, featuring a greatly abridged reading of one of Shakespeare’s classic plays, served w/brunch and dessert.

Portion of proceeds donated to Shakespearean educational outreach programs. 10/22: Macbeth; 11/19: A Winter’s Tale. www.wilmingtontheatre.com. TheatreNOW, 19 S.10 St.

THEATERROR

Through Oct. 31, Fri. and Sat., 7pm: Written and directed by Chase Harrison, a throw back to the classic slasher flicks of the ‘80s in the same vein as “My Bloody Valentine,” “Prom Night,” “The Prowler,” and “Sleepaway Camp.” Chronicling a doomed production of “Macbeth,” staged by the ragtag cast and crew of The Penny Theater Company, a long-standing theater house that has certainly seen its fair share of better times. Days before the production’s opening night, the company’s lead actress mysteriously vanishes, throwing the director and the producer at odds to find a replacement. With the fate of their company on the line, can they place their trust in the unproven young ingénue with everything to gain from Lady M’s dis-

LATE FEAR WITH WILLIS MAXWELL

Oct. 19, 8pm: Come see Wilmington’s Late Night Talk Show at Wilmington’s Premiere Dinner Theater! This week our special guests are: Model and Cosplayer Crystal Santoro; comedian James Jones; and hip-hop artist Ken X! Free! Come have fun with us! Theatre NOW, 19 S. 10th St.

AUDITIONS FOR WEIRD TALES

Oct. 21, noon: Superstar Academy is back for another original show and this year, the Holidays get a “Twilight Zone”-style treatment. Auditions will be Oct. 21, noon-2 p.m., downtown Wilmington. Actors need not prepare anything but if they have a special skill (singing, instrument, juggling, etc.) they are welcome to per-

form something extra. Looking for performers from 8 years old to 18. If you can’t make the auditions but would still like your child to be in the show, just contact Zach Hanner at zachsurfs@hotmail.com Rehearsals will be Monday through Wednesday, with each show only rehearsing once per week (parents can indicate a preferred rehearsal day at auditions) up until tech week. Shows will be.Dec. 6-9 and 13-17. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St.

comedy OPEN MIC

The wildest open mic in town ... anything goes. (except cover songs). Stand-up comedy, slam poetry, video, live music, odd talents—performances of all kinds. Hosted by 6-beer Steve. Sign up, 8pm, and runs all night. Juggling Gypsy 1612 Castle St. ILM, (910) 763-2223 daily after 3pm for details. www.jugglinggypsy.com.

COMEDY BINGO

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

Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

GRUFF GOAT COMEDY

On the first Wed. ea. month, Gruff Goat Comedy features Three Guest Comics Under a Bridge. No Trolls. Hosted by Blaire Postman.

Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Lane

DEAD CROW COMEDY ROOM

Oct. 20, 6:30pm: Lew Morgante, local Wilmington comedian headlines the Dead Crow Comedy Room. Lew has been performing stand up comedy for 6 years and has been a finalist in the Port City’s Top Comic, The Carolina Comedy Cup competitions, he was in the Cape Fear Comedy Festival in Wilmington, NC and Laugh Fest in Grand Rapids, Michigan The show will feature Tyler Wood host of Hot Shots and the Super Nerdtendo shows. • Oct. 21, 7pm and 9:30pm: Cordero Wilson is an up and coming comic out of Wilmington, NC. Using voices, singing, and dancing, Cordero tells stories about interesting characters he’s met and his everyday life. Cordero was the winner of Port City’s Top Comic 2015, has performed in the Cape Fear Comedy Festival, and performs regularly at the Dead Crow Comedy Room. 265 N. Front St. www.deadcrowcomedy.com

PRIMETIME COMEDY

Come see some of North Carolina’s best stand-up comedians in a world class venue!

This month our super talented performers are: Brett Williams, Cordero Wilson, Grant Sheffield, Louis Bishop, and Tyler Wood. Hosted by: Wills Maxwell. N Front Theatre (formerly City Stage), 21 N Front Street

dance CAPE FEAR CONTRA DANCERS

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BLACK WATER ADVENTURE

FRIDAY • 10AM • 2 HOURS • $27 We head up the N.E.Cape Fear River to explore the upper reaches and black water systems of the river. From the Rose Hill Plantation to the mysterious black water the exploits of the early explorers and history of the basin comes alive. This is Capt. Doug’s Favorite!

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On the even hours we cruise north along the Historic Downtown and Eagles Island where you will see the past come alive. Capture unique views of the Battleship, learn about rice plantations, and view shipwrecks, flora and fauna.

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

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percussion, guitar, dulcimer, bass, mandolin and more! Dress cool & comfortable, softsoled shoes. All ages welcome. 2nd and 4th Tues, 7:30pm. United Methodist Church, 409 S. 5th Ave.

art MEET LOCAL ARTISTS

Meet working artists, and see their works in progress. Everything from sculptures to fine jewelry in this unique location. Free parking, fun for everyone. Over 45 artist’s works to enjoy. Free, and we participate in the 4th Friday Art Walks, 6-9pm, 4th Fri. ea. mo. theArtWorks, 200 Willard St.

FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT

Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, Wilmington’s premier after-hours celebration of art and culture, 6-9pm, fourth Friday of ea. month.

Features art openings, artist demonstrations, entertainment and refreshments. Administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County, numerous venues participate. Full list: artscouncilofwilmington.org

PED ART

Pedestrian Art public sculpture series, a program of The Arts Council of Wilmington/NHC, features the installation of 10-12 sculptures throughout downtown Wilmington. 2017 program is made possible through support from the City of Wilmington, The Artworks, Craige & Fox LLC, Art in Bloom Gallery, the Dreams Center for Arts Education, and the Downtown Business Alliance. Amy Grant: grantamyn@ gmail.com, 484-885-3037; or Rhonda Bellamy: info@artswilmington.org, 910-343-0998.

DEATH AND DYING

Expo 216 debuts its second theme: Death & Dying. Come out and be one of the firsts to see installations by local artists, such as S pectrum of Spirits by Joan McLoughlin, Contemplating Transcendence by Niki Hildebrand, and Ghost Trees by Jen Johnson. Many of the artists in the exhibit will be present for the evening. Exhibits, such as The History of Funeral Care and Mourning Practices, provide an educational element. Expo 216, 216 N. Front St.

OWEN WEXLER ART EXHIBIT

On display in 2nd-floor gallery space through Oct. 22. Visitors who want to visit the exhibit only must check in and pick up a green special event sticker from the Carriage House before entering the mansion. Suggested $5 donation. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

FIVE TEMPERA PAINTERS

Clarity of form and luminous translucent color are hallmarks of the egg tempera medium, which enjoyed its golden era during the early Renaissance. A relatively small number of contemporary artists still employ this venerable technique, typically in small, jewel-like figurative images. UNCW’s CAB Art Gallery presents “Art from the Egg: Five Tempera Painters” with a public reception 5:30-7pm.

Exhibit runs through Nov. 10; open to public, noon-4pm, Mon.-Fri. CAB Art Gallery, Cultural Arts Building, on Reynolds Dr. near Randall Parkway.

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SPIRIT WHISPERERS

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Oct. 27, 6-9pm: Get into “All Hallows” mode!

Visitors are encouraged to wear a costume, receive a message from “the other side,” and dance along to live music by David Dixon.

Contemplate transcending into the cosmos via Niki Hildebrand’s 3D installation. Spirit punch and mystery morsels will be provided.

Expo 216 gallerium, 216 N. Front St. POP ART EXHIBIT

Oct. 21, 2pm: “Counter-Current,” Pop-Up Art Exhibit: A celebration of contemporary sculpture by Amanda Austin-Bolton. “The ephemera of objects found in nature intrigue me; with my sculpture, these objects come alive in a more fixed permanence.” Join us Saturday, October 21st, 2-6 pm for a champagne reception and art at Pottery Barn, Mayfaire, 6815 Main St.

film MOVIE MONDAY

Beat the heat and catch a free film on selected Monday afternoons this summer at the Northeast Library. Annice Sevett at asevett@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6371. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE

Thurs. 3pm: Catch a free family movie matinee at Main Library! Visit the online calendar at www.nhclibrary.org for movie title, rating, and length. No registration is necessary for this free screening. Audience welcome to bring snacks to enjoy during movie. Julie Criser: jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6303. NHC Library, 201 Chestnut St.

FROM SELMA TO STONEWALL

Fri., Oct. 20, 7pm: “From Selma to Stonewall: Are We There Yet?” Directed by Marilyn Bennett, UNCW, McNeill Hall, room 1005. An exploration of the similarities, differences, and conflicts between the black civil rights and gay rights movements. 60-minute documentary follows a “black, straight preacher and a white, lesbian activist” as they seek to find the intersection between the Civil Rights and the LGBTQ Equality movements. Film showing will be followed by a panel discussion, feat. Reverend Gill Caldwell, Civil Rights Movement Foot Soldier. Sponsored by Frank Harr Foundation, Conversation with Faith UCC, UNCW Department of Social Work, UNCW Department of Sociology and Criminology, UNCW Upperman Center, and UNCW LGBTQIA Center.

museums/education CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Created By Light (Through Feb. 11): Exploring the photography collections of eight North Carolina institutions, the exhibition will examine the evolution of photography highlighting the names of the medium; the connections between the institutions and NC artists working in the medium. • State of the Art/Art of the State: (on view through July 8): Focusing on contemporary art by artists currently living in, or native to, the state of North Carolina. Artists bring a single work of art to be installed in the museum, delivering the work within 24‐ hour period. No fee. During this timeframe, four curators from North Carolina institutions greet each artist and talk about their work.

The design of this project provides any participating artist equal opportunity to meet a significant curator working in the field of contemporary art today. CAM organized with a visual schematic for reference to the over 600 intensely installed artworks. • CAM Café open and serving delicious menu with full bar, 5pm-9pm. Tues.-Sun., 11am-2pm; Thurs. nights, 5pm-9pm 910-395-5999. cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St. WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the interaction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 year history of WB. (910) 256-2569. 303 W. Salisbury St. wbmuseum. com.

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM

Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mon. at

10:30am, only $5 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, $5 child, ages 2-12, and free under age 2. 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634. www. wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE

Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12.

The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third

CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM

World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy” and “Sheena,” a 23-ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St., across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water St. 910-762-1669. capefearserpentarium.com.

BELLAMY MANSION

One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896)

physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, it focuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org.

503 Market St. BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE

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

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

Last tour, 3pm. 910-762-0570. www.burgwinwrighthouse.com.

ILM CHIDLREN’S MUSEUM

Fall Festival: Oct. 21, 9am: Celebrate the changing seasons and falling leaves at our Fall Festival. Fall crafts, face painting, treats, and a bounce house! The Children’s Museum of Wilmington, 116 Orange St.

CAPE FEAR MUSEUM

See North Carolina through the eyes of Wilmington-born photographer Hugh MacRae Morton (1921-2006). His captivating images will be featured in the traveling exhibit “Photographs

by Hugh Morton: An Uncommon Retrospective,” is now open at Cape Fear Museum. The exhibit is on loan from the UNC Library’s North Carolina Collection Photographic Archives and will be on view through September 2018.

To create Photographs by Hugh Morton, Stephen Fletcher, photographic archivist at UNC Library’s North Carolina Collection Photographic Archives, selected images from the library’s collection of Morton’s estimated quarter-million negatives and transparencies. Shows experiences as a photojournalist; as a soldier in the Pacific Theater during World War II; and as owner and operator of Grandfather Mountain tourist attraction in Linville. Exhibits more than 50 images feature dozens of his lesser known or unpublished photographs, as well as some classics. Will feature brochures, postcards and prints.

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. EXPO 216

Newly opened exhibit features end-of-life issues. Enter Grandma’s House and address the elephant in the room. Pick up an advance directive. Review the History of Hospice .

Contemplate individual responses of compassion in the Arena. Wed.-Sun., noon-6pm, 216 N Front St, www.expo216.com

kids stuff SUPER SATURDAY FUN TIME

Appropriate for ages 4-10, but all ages welcome. Dock the Dog and Dock Street Kids for 10 exciting episodes of Super Saturday Fun Time, 3pm, TheatreNOW’s live theatrical show featuring local history and mystery and super guest stars, hosted by Captain Coy T. Plunkett (Zach Hanner). Live music, games, cartoons, short films, and his favorite surf “nuggets.” Dock Street Kids and their always-hungry dog, Dock, solve adventures.

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Parents drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly mweiner@nhcgov.com. NHC Pleasure Island snacks and drinks available for purchase.

Library, 1401 N. Lake Blvd.

Custom birthday packages with a chance to MUSEUM EXPLORERS interact with characters and step onstage in 11am: 1st program; 2pm: 2nd program on the action. Shows: Halloween, Oct. 28; ChristSaturdays. Free for members or with general mas, Dec. 16. 19 S. 10th St. admission. Ignite your curiosity! Discover hisSATURDAY STORY HOUR tory, science and cultures of the Lower Cape Miss Shannon will lead interactive story hours Fear through interactive science investigafor kids ages 3-6 on the first and third Saturtions, hands-on exploration and unique artidays of May at the Main Library in downtown facts. Our activities are designed to stimulate Wilmington. Saturday Story Hour is free and curiosity and encourage families to have fun no pre-registration is needed. Opens with a together. Themes vary. Ideal for ages 5 and picture book and end with a project or activup. Appx. 45 minutes each time slot. Adult ity at the end, and include time to play, learn, participation is rqd. CF Museum, 814 Market and laugh in between. Each child should bring St. a participating adult. Shannon Vaughn: 910- DISCOVERY LAB 798-6303. svaughn@nhcgov.com. 201 ChestSun., 2:30–4pm: Free for members or with GA. nut St. Investigate, experiment, and explore! In the

Discovery Lab, the whole family can drop-in Thurs., 10am: Chantez! Jouez! Rencontrez for fun, quick experiments and hands-on indes nouveaux amis! Sing, play, and meet vestigations. Themes vary. Ideal for ages 5 new friends at French Playgroup at the main and up. Adult participation is rqd. CF Muselibrary! Informal hour where young kids and um, 814 Market St. parents/caregivers can hear and try out some STORY EXPLORERS French words. Free and no advance registraCameron Art Museum, every Thurs., 10tion is needed. Main Library Children’s Room 10:30am: Admission by donation. Bring your at 910-798-6303 or sdemarco@nhcgov.com. infant, toddler or preschooler for story time, NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St. gallery exploration and an art project! georZUMBA FOR KIDS gia@cameronartmuseum.org for more info.

Licensed Kids instructor Shirley Melito will 3201 S. 17th St. teach 45-60 minute Zumba class for kids ages LITTLE EXPLORERS 5-12. Bring water bottle and wear comfortable Thurs. and Sat., 10am: Meet your friends in clothes. Space is limited and pre-registration Museum Park for fun hands-on activities! Enis required: www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798joy interactive circle time, conduct exciting 6385. Parents are required to sign a safety experiments, and play games related to a waiver for each child prior to the start of the weekly theme. Perfect for children ages 3 to class as a precaution. Meaghan Weiner: 6 and their adult helpers every Friday. Free!

FRENCH PLAYGROUP

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

w/scenic wilderness, narration on the plant and wildlife, and a river that appears almost as it did to the early explorers! Families, nature enthusiasts and photographers alike will enjoy the slow-moving, amber-colored waters, framed by spectacular swamp forests highlighted with seasonal wildflowers and relict old-growth cypress trees.Led by Capt.

J.N. Maffitt w/narrator Andy Wood, coastal ecologist and author. Pack snacks, lunch, and drinks, or purchase a meal from Anne Bonny’s Bar & Grill at our barge before the tour. $40$50: http://cfrboats.com/cruises/#blackriver.

Foot of Water/Dock sts.

KIDS NIGHT OUT

Oct. 20, 6:30pm: Parents drop your kids off at Maides Park and enjoy a night out. Activities include: Arts and crafts, computer and game room, group & sport activities, refreshments.

Ages for this program are 7-12. Pre-registration is required. Maides Park, 1101 Manly

outdoors/recreation BLACKWATER ADVENTURE CRUISE

Two-hour cruise up the Northeast Cape Fear River, still largely unchanged and underpopulated as it was when Wilmington was colonized in the late 1600’s. Cruising through the Castle Hayne Aquifer and by the Bluffs of the Rose Hill Plantation. A narrated cruise based of the history and ecology of the area. 910338-3134. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

PRESCHOOL MATH AND SCIENCE

Play, learn and explore math and science concepts at this interactive storytime, which includes hand-on science experiments and exploration stations. Designed for children ages 3 to 6, and each child must be accompanied by an adult. Presented at Cape Fear Museum by the New Hanover County Ready to Read Library Outreach Ladies, Raquel Fava and Krista Dean. Free, limited and preregistration is required on New Hanover County Public Library’s calendar at www.nhclibrary.org.

Introducing young kids to the STEM skills they will need to succeed in a 21st century world; Raquel Fava (rfava@nhcgov.com) or Krista Dean (kdean@nhcgov.com) at 910-798-6368.

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

HARBOR CRUISE

Weds, 3pm: Set sail on the Shamrock for a cruise around Wrightsville Beach’s Harbor Island—the island which separates the barrier island of the beach proper from the mainland.

Locations of historical, ecological and cultural note will be featured. Learn what year the first buildings on Wrightsville Beach were built.

Additionally, learn about the different types of marsh grasses, shorebirds, and fish we have teeming in the water surrounding the beach.

RSVP rqd. $15-$25. WB Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

BLACK RIVER NATURE CRUISE

classes CAPE FEAR YOGA

Sightseeing for four hours on the Black River

River to Sea Gallery hosts a Cape Fear kids yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor

2 locations to serve you 7220 Wrightsville Avenue 910-256-1222

Serving Breakfast and Lunch 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM every day.

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5906 Oleander Drive Monkey Junction 910-769-4232 5226 S. College Rd.

Heidi Thompson. Classes are $10 per person and are Sun., from 10-11am. Space is limited and reservations are required. Message or call 910.763.3380 to reserve your spot todayRiver to Sea Gallery, 224 S Water St., ste. 1A. ART CLASSES

Lois DeWitt art classes, $100/4 (two-hour).

Meditative Drawing: Wed., 10am and 2pm. • Thurs. and Fri, 5pm: Art it up—Nice and Easy!

• Sat. 10am: Learn how to pour color shapes and define them with drawing. • Mon, 10am: Stamp or Stencil Painting. • Beginning or advanced students. • Tues, 10am and 2pm: Colored Pencil with Oil Pastel Layering. All materials provided. www.free-online-art-classes. com (click on Wilmington Art Classes). 910547-8115 or loislight@bellsouth.net

PAPERMAKING CLASSES

Wed., 6pm: Adults explore different papermaking techniques so you can make each sheet of paper unique. All materials included, but we encourage bringing in some of your own materials that you can include into your paper—such as flat mementos and plants.

See samples on our Facebook and website.

Adult and children classes held on Sat., 2pm.

Sign up: www.alunaworks.com. Aluna Works, 603 Castle St.

CAPE FEAR WINE AND PAINT

Fri., 6pm: River to Sea Gallery hosts a Cape Fear Paint & Wine class taught by exhibiting gallery artist Rebecca Duffy Bush. Classes are $40/person. Class will be held 6-8pm.

Includes two glasses of wine or beer, a gorgeous view and a finished painting for you to take home. Space is limited and reservations are required. 910.763.3380 to reserve your

seat today. www.capefearpaintandwine.weebly.com, $40 with 2 drinks, $35 without. River to Sea Gallery, 224 S Water St., Ste 1A POWER YOGA

Join us for power yoga on Sundays at Capt’n Bill’s, 3pm. Drop in fee of $8. Bring your own mat. 4240 Market Street

FALL PREVENTION WORKSHOP

Hosted by Home Instead Senior Care with guest speakers: 101 Mobility, Kings Pharmacy & Compounding & Lab and Pivot Physical Therapy. Information will be provided on the Geri Fit fitness program offered by the Senior Center. NHC Senior Resource Center, 2222 S.College Rd.

SEA TO SEE

Oct. 19, 6pm: Go from the sea to seeing things as they really are. Sometimes it takes a little salt air, a walk on the beach, a mediation in a garden to dive into the soul. The only way out is in. Join yoga teacher + creator of Pelikan Sea Glass, Julie Pelikan, in the beautiful Blockade Runner Beach Resort oceanfront gardens for Whiet Rabbit Trip’s Sea to See: A Meditation, Beach Walk + Pelikan Sea Glass Jewelry Making Workshop. Start with a 15 minute meditation and move to the beach where we’ll take a guided eco talk and beach walk to glean the beach for shells, shark teeth and sea glass that we might want to affix to a necklace. No meditation, yoga or craft experience necessary! Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd.

SIMPLE DIVORCE CLINIC

Oct. 19, 2:30pm: Legal Aid of NC offers this free info clinic for people filing divorce actions.

Pre-reg: www.nhclibrary.org or 910-798-6301.

Participants at the clinic will learn the requirements for filing a simple divorce action in NN, and how to complete the paperwork necessary to represent themselves in court. They will receive an information packet. A brief Q&A with a virtual attorney will conclude each clinic. 866-210-5262. cois@nhcgov.com.

NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St. MENAGERIE ART STUDIO

Oct. 19, 7pm: Amping Up the Frequency of Art: Art is a transmitter of energy via the frequencies of the colors and the energetic imprint of the artist. We will use various methods of implanting these frequencies to be transmitted to the viewer and the world. Artists since the beginning of time have experienced the space between dimensions during the creative process. • Oct. 20, 7pm: Creative Freestyle: Acoustic Pouring: Enjoy a little social lubricant and experience the most addicting moving meditation of acrylic pouring. Discover the most addicting, fascinatingly beautiful act of acrylic pouring. We will do 3 pours, the art is yours to keep. Appropriate for any age or skill level. All supplies included. • Oct. 21, 11am: We will transform National Geographic images into magical sheets of wonderment!

Altering Magazine Pages For Use In Mixed Media Citra Solv (an all natural degreaser) can be used to alter the pages of National Geographic Magazines—creating unique, textured and inspiring papers that can be used in a variety of mixed media projects. The altered pages lend themselves to be painted on, painted into, collaged, scanned for computer graphic backgrounds—and more. All supplies included. • Oct. 21, 4pm: Discover all the artistic possibilities of our favorite me-

dium to work with. Skratchworks is an all organic, air drying compound strong enough for architectural applications and friendly enough for pre-schoolers, created by Jared Nicholson in New Mexico. SKratch is fire retardant, will not burn, rot or mold. When dry you can carve it, sand it, screw into it, and sculpt back on to it. All supplies included.

Menagerie Studio, 805 North 4th St. FALL YOGA AND COFFEE

Oct. 21, 9am: Experience the serenity of Live Oak Commons while you set your intentions for the day during a peaceful yoga practice in the park. Whether you are an experienced yogi or are just looking to give yoga a try, we invite you to join us and start your Saturday by clearing your mind and embracing the outdoors. $8 for RiverLights residents and $10 for non-residents; payable at the event.

Your fee also includes post-yoga coffee or tea at Magnolia Social Café, so guests can relax a little longer in Marina Village. Arrive 30 minutes before yoga to register; bring own yoga mat and water. RiverLights, 4410 River Rd.

MAGNETS

Oct. 19, 3:30pm: Kids ages 6 and up will have fun creating unique objects using iron balls, magnetic poles, and tripods. As they work, they’ll be learning basic principles of geometry, physics, architecture, and engineering! Free but space is limited and registration is required: www.nhclibrary.org (on the calendar) or call 910-798-6303. Julie Criser at jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6303.

NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

VETEARNS SERVICES

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Oct. 20, 9am: Carolyn Moss, Veteran Disabled Outreach Specialist with the Department of Commerce, Division of Workforce Solutions, will be available at New Hanover County’s Main Library to advise veterans about benefits and resources for medical care, housing, food, and other necessities.

Consumer Health Librarian Mary Ellen Nolan at 910-798-6307 or mnolan@nhcgov.com.

KIRTAN W/EDDY NATARAJ

Oct. 20, 7:30pm: “Kirtan” is the ancient practice of call and response chanting. Each syllable and vowel has a vibration, and when you string them together you get names/ words. The cants/mantras represent universal energies in the form of sounds which already lie within us and within all things.

When we awaken and stir these energies, they purify our mind and subtle body (the space between the atoms), cross over disturbances of the mind, and leave us feeling clear and refreshed. Suggested donation $15. Longwave Yoga, 203 Racine Dr. #200

GARBAGE TO GARDEN COMPOSTING

Oct. 21, 10am: Workshop is designed to help those who want to divert their organic waste, reduce greenhouse gases, create more nutritious soil, and grow quality produce and plants in their own space. Explain the importance of composting, and what our community is doing related to composting.

Identify what materials are compostable.

Comprehend the basic concept of the science behind composting. Know the general needs and structure to build a static pile.

Understand what vermicompost is, and what heathy, happy worms prefer. Have an idea

of how to utilize static pile and vermiculture composting together to divert your organics.

Build a network of community composters for questions and references. Maides Park, 1101 Manly

PAPER ORGANIZING WORKSHOP

Oct. 22, 4pm: Are you ready to create a lasting system for the paperwork and to-dos that clutter your kitchen countertops and your mind? Gather all your to-do papers in any bag, bin, laundry basket or box and bring them to a Sunday Basket workshop to get them organized! Learn to keep track of your papers/activities so important things don’t fall through the cracks.2-hour workshop, 4-5:30pm. Register at jamorganizing.com/ workshops. Space is limited. Lucky Joe Coffee, 6620 Gordon Rd, Ste J

PAINT AND PALATE

Sat., Oct. 21, 2-4pm, or Sat., Nov. 11, 2-4pm.

Join us for a fun, 2-hr. instructional, seasonal inspired acrylic painting class! Beginners to advanced/$50 includes all painting supplies and a buffet lunch at “Smoke on the Water.”

Class size is limited & advanced registration is required. For information please contact: Maureen McKenna at Simplestrokesart@ gmail.com and for registration contact: Brook Carpenter at events@smokeonthewater.com.

3704 Watercraft Ferry Ave. (in the RiverLights development).

DUNGEON MASTER WORKSHOP

Oct. 23, 6:30pm: Ever wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons but can’t ever find someone to run the game? Do it yourself! It may seem daunting but hopefully, we can show you that it’s an enjoyable and rewarding experience for you and your group! Workshop will consist of a small presentation on the common starting questions for someone interested in running a roleplaying game, common issues and how to avoid them, as well as provide a list of helpful resources that will turn this perceived chore into a positive creative outlet. Healthy amount of discussion and Q&A throughout the workshop so even experienced Dungeon Masters can learn something.

Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr. Ste D.

HOWL AT THE MOON

Oct. 21, 6:30pm: Grab goblins and ghouls and dress up in your favorite costume for Howl at the Moon: Halloween Yin & Yang Flow. Angela and Rebecca are back for a night of yoga that will be a howlingly spooky and good time!

This two-hour class will feature a vinyasa and yin practice. Face your fears in an all-levels class that features arm balances and inversions. Then, get in touch with your lunar side and move deep within in a moonlit yin practice. The playful vinyasa class will treat you to a surprise—muuuuahahahaha—and the yin will challenge the tricks of the mind. Yogis of all levels are welcome! Children ages 8-12 are also welcome with accompanied adult, and kids 13+ welcome to join without parent supervision. $25-$30. Longwave Yoga, 203 Racine Dr.

lectures/literary BEGIN THE CONVERSATION CLINICS

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host free Begin

WANTED HP Media LLC publishes Wilmington’s alternative weekly, encore magazine (over 30 years), as well as the only foodie publication in town, Devour (four years old), plus KIDZink (all about kids). The sales position is available for encore, Devour and KIDZink.

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the Conversation clinics from 10-11 a.m. the third Fri. of ea. mo., Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr. Free, 18 and older, will provide attendees information and resources to think about and plan for future healthcare decisions. Attendees will receive specific strategies for initiating conversations that can significantly reduce family stress and improve quality of care. Advance directives supplied so healthcare instructions can be legally documented. Jason: 910-796-7943 or jason. clamme@lcfh.org.

BOOK CLUB

Join a different kind of book club! This weekly meeting offers book lovers a chance to meet and compare notes about favorite books and authors. Attendance is free and advance registration is not needed, just drop in! Librarian Teresa Bishop at tbishop@nhcgov.com/910-798-6385. NHC Pleasure Island Library, 1401 N. Lake Blvd.

THE ONE THING

Oct. 19, 6pm: Join the author of the #1 Bestselling book, “The ONE Thing,” Jay Papasan and Port City Community Church Pastor, Mike Ashcraft, as they continue the conversation in our community about how focus in business and leadership impact the community, culture and spiritual formation.

Tickets include a FREE copy of “The ONE Thing.” https://jay-papasan.eventbrite.com.

Port City Community Church, 250 Vision Dr.

CIVIL WAR ON THE RIVER

Oct. 19, 6:30pm: Captivating Two-Part Lecture and Immersive Tour Series feat.

Dr. Chris E. Fonvielle. An exciting two-day

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event that brings Wilmington’s Civil War history to life through engaging discussions and a boat tour highlighting historic points of interest along the Cape Fear River. Price includes admission to Thurs. lecture, an hour-long boat cruise with Wilmington Water Tours feat. Dr. Fonvielle on Sun., Oct. 22, 8:45am-noon, refreshments and a reception stop at Hawkeswater Landing, as well as chartered bus transport. Space limited. Tickets (good for both events—no single event tickets available) are $75 for an individual and $140 for a couple. Event capacity is 70.

Tickets can only be purchased through the Bellamy Mansion by calling Leslie at 2513700 ext. 303. Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St. JIM MCKEE

Oct. 19, 7pm: Jim McKee, manager of Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site, will speak about the recent historic preservation projects, including the discovery of a pre-1765 cannon, the restoration of St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church ruins, and the creation of an artificial reef that will prevent future erosion along site’s riverfront. Many artifacts from past archeological excavations will be on display during the lecture.

Dessert will be served following the lecture.

Free w/$5 suggested donation to the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society. 126 S 3rd St.

GENX AND THE WATER WE DRINK

Oct. 19, 6:30pm: Cosponsored by the American Chemical Society and the UNCW Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, a panel of 5 experts will discuss and answer questions from the audience on this impor-

tant topic. The event is free and open to the public. UNCW’s Warwick Center Ballroom, 601 S. College Rd. CORRUPTION, LIES, AND MURDER

Oct. 21, 3pm: Pomegranate Books, an independent bookstore in Wilmington, NC, will host a book signing event featuring Chapel Hill author Mark Spano and his award-winning, critically acclaimed mystery novel Midland Club, a page-turning tale of corruption, scandal, and murderer set in a Midwestern town in 1958. Critics have called it a “dark and cynical tale that reads like a film noir classic…,” “a small jewel… melancholic, lyric, flawlessly smooth and realistic…,” and “an excellent piece of gay fiction of exceptional quality,” ” (GayBookReviews.com). One Amazon Reader Comment compared it to Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. http://pomegrantebooks.wordpress.com. Pomegranate Books, 4418 Park Ave.

clubs/notices CAPE FEAR ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

Every Mon., join our coffee club. It will be hosted weekly by Angela Pollock and most Mondays with Darien Brooks. This will give adults with or without disabilities an opportunity to work on social skills in a typical, relaxed environment. Please share and stop by! Luna Caffe, 604 Castle St.

\WILMINGTON FENCING CLUB

Adults meet Tues/Thurs, 7:45-9pm, and Youth meet Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. Class is open to the community, beginners welcome, and all

equipment is provided! Sessions are 6 weeks long and the cost is just $5 per class! Fencing incorporates agility, strength, coordination, balance, and timing. In fencing, physical ability is just as important as having a strong mental edge. Competitors of a fencing match wear protective gear including a jacket, glove, and head gear. Sport of fencing features three different levels, which are categorized by the type of weapon used in each level. The weapons used include the epee, foil, and the saber.

Fencing is an aerobically challenging sport. In order to condition one’s body, initial fencing training consists of challenging conditioning exercises. Express YMCA, 11 S. Kerr Ave. LA LECHE LEAGUE

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

NHC HAZWAGON

New Hanover County encourages residents to safely dispose of toxic materials with its new mobile collection unit, the HazWagon. stationed various days at three different locations in New Hanover County to collect household hazardous waste and electronics free of charge. Residents can bring items to the following locations each week: Mon., 10am-2pm, at Ogden Park ball fields; Wed.,

10am-2pm at Wrightsville Beach Municipal Complex in the Farmers’ Market field by the recycle center; Fridays at Carolina Beach Mike Chappell Park (in the south side of the park across from the tennis courts), 10am2pm.

FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC

Format of Magic: The Gathering tournaments, held on Friday nights in gaming stores and associations all across the world.

They are designed to be a beginner-friendly introduction to organized play. Standard format. $6 fee paid towards prize support for event. Prizes are a pack per win and also if you complete all 4 rounds. Event begins at 7pm, reg. begins at 6pm. Arrive early for event reg. Free play, $6 entry fee first FNM Free. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D.

POKEMON LEAGUE

Come to Cape Fear Games on Sunday evenings to catch them all by learning to play the Pokemon Trading Card game, battle and trade in the video games, or enjoy the store’s Pokemon Go Pokestop. Ages are welcome to our family friendly environment. www. facebook.com/groups/CFGPokemon. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D

BIRTH CIRCLE

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Fresh From the Farm WE HAVE THE BEST UNCW SELECTION & BEST PRICES IN TOWN!

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

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DOWNTOWN - Each Saturday April 15 - Nov. 18 • 8:00am - 1:00pm (no market Oct. 7, due to Riverfest)

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- MEATS - SEAFOOD - HONEY - BAKED GOODS

For more information call (910) 538-6223 www.riverfrontfarmersmarket.org

Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Wilmington!

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Artisan works of pottery, jewelry, woodwork, silk screened clothing, home décor, leather goods, all-natural bath, body & home products. www. riverfrontfarmersmarket.org. 5 N. Water St.

We explore God using the methods and guidGOURMET FOR A CAUSE BAKE SALE ance of Moses, Jesus, the prophets and a rich Oct. 21, 10am: Annual “Red Apron Gourmet sampling of delightful saints including ThereSale for a Cause.” Doors at 10am; free. While in sa of Avila, Meister Eckhart and Thomas Aquiline, shoppers will have opportunity to buy raffle nas. We will meet twice a month for fellowship, tickets and $5 cookbooks and try delicacies poetry, instruction in spiritual practices, group sold at the sale such as homemade cheese meditations and playful spiritual fun. First and straws and pepper jellies. Nine Raffle prizes third Sundays of each month, 2pm. Parking range from 4-course dinner at new Benny’s Big on 15th St. Respond to me, John Evans, at inTime Pizzeria with signed Vivian Howard cooksightbuilders@gmail.com. Morning Glory Cofbook to credits at retailers such as Cape Fear feehouse, 1415 Dawson St. Jewelry and Antiques and Protocol Gifts, eleSMART DEVICE MEETUP ments for good living. Gourmet items for sale Fri., 10am: Stressing out over a ‘smart’ device? include various frozen homemade casseroles, Interested in reading ebooks? This weekly soups, chowders, stuffed potatoes, and ham meeting offers tips and hands-on help with the biscuits, pickles, relishes and jellies, and home devices in your busy life. Bring your technolbaked goods including cakes, pies, cheese ogy questions, fully charged device, library straws and biscuits. Sale will be open this one card, and the passwords to any accounts you morning 10-11:30am, as all items are anticiwant to explore. Attendance free; space limpated to be sold within that time to raise funds ited, so please register, www.NHCLibrary.org for local scholarships at UNCW and CFCC and or 910-798-6385. Librarian Teresa Bishop at humanitarian and healthcare services in the tbishop@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6385. NHC Cape Fear Region. Hand-knit baby clothing Pleasure Island Library, 1401 N. Lake Blvd. and blankets and superior Rada knives and products; bring shopping tote. Credit cards, ST. PAUL’S cash, and checks will be accepted.Raffle items Fourth Wed. of every month at 5:30 p.m. for can be purchased in advance from members Taizé, an ecumenical sung and silent particiof the Ministering Circle and at the Sale, and patory prayer service designed to achieve a you do not need to be present to win. www.the contemplative state through music, song, and ministeringcircle.com. The Elks Lodge, 5102 silence. Midweek Holy Eucharist: Every Wed. Oleander Dr.. at 12:10 p.m. for Holy Eucharist followed by community lunch (suggested donation, $5). POPLAR GROVE FARMERS’ MARKET Choral Evenson every second Wed., followed On the front lawn every Wed., 8am, at Poplar by supper and Christian Formation discusGrove Plantation. One of the special qualities sion. Evensong is a sung service of evening of a farmers’ market is the interaction with the prayer, psalms, canticles, and scripture readfarmers growing and producing fresh produce, ings. Ancient part of the Anglican tradition, landscaping & bedding plants, or meeting ever renewing the soul. Sung by Choir of St. herbalists growing herbs and mixing scented Paul’s. spechurch.com. 910-762-4578. St. salves and oils, bakers creating homemade Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N. 16th St. cookies and desserts, and artisans making handmade soaps, cutting boards, jewelry, and accessories for home, hearth and garden. Locally prepared foods and drinks will keep you satisfied while you’re here, and make an easy FERMENTAL lunch or dinner when you leave. Vendors vary Free tasting every Friday, 6pm. Third Wed. of somewhat weekly. 10200 US Highway 17. each month feat. musical and brewing talents FREE BREWERY TOURS AND TASTINGS alongside an open mic night, as well as the opportunity for homebrewers to share, sample, and trade their creations: an evening of beer and an open stage. PA and equipment provided. All genres and beer styles. 4pm, free.• Fall Wine Celebration: Thurs., Oct. 12, 6pm, post-Oktoberfest viticultural tour of all that Austria and Germany has to offer, from Riesling to Blaufrankish. With wines that flow from honey soaked apples, to spicy fruit flavors, rippling with acidity; there are some true jewels of the vineyards yet undiscovered. Learn and listen to a bit of history from these wine regions as you sip yourself into the autumn season. Live music from funky-folk star Mark Herbert; Southern food from Soulful Twist Food Truck; resulting in a fabulous fall evening of music, wine, and food. www.fermental.net. 910-821-0362. 7250 Market St.

3pm, 3:45pm, 4:30pm everyday at Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St. Learn how we brew our beer, meet our brewers and get two free samples.

PORT CITY FARMERS’ MARKET

Tues., 5pm: Join us for a wonderful, exciting night of fun. Port City Farmer’s Market at Waterline Brewing Co. 100% local, 100% handmade. Shop among some incredible local vendors, artists and farmers. Support small businesses in your area. Fresh local produce, beef and pork products, sweets, pickled items, handcrafted jewelry and art.

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SMIFCO SEAHAWK LUNCHES

Join Steveiemack’s International Food Co. every Thurs., 11am, during the regular school year, at UNCW’s Fisher Student Center. We accept UNCW Food Dollars and Seahawk Bucks; as well as our normal payment methods. We offer delicious, fresh and healthy options along with some more decadent choices. UNCW, Fisher Center, 601 S. College Rd.

OYSTERBERFEST

Oct. 21, 11am: Wrightsville Beach Brewery proudly presents our inaugural fall harvest festival and oyster season kickoff party, Oysterberfest.An oyster roast and German cuisine accompanies our lineup of fall beers. Live music performances in the beer garden include Massive Grass and the Beau Rikkis. Specials, activities and more details to come. Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

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LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR

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

ARCHITECTURE OF HENRY BONITZ

Lower Cape Fear Historical Society’s walking tour on the career of Wilmington architect Henry Bonitz (1871-1921). Learn about Henry’s German-immigrant parents and his early studies under notable Wilmington architect James F. Post. The tour will explore the architecture of the buildings Bonitz designed, including the Woolvin-Warren House (1895), J. H. Strauss Store (1914), and Ahrens Building (1907). Free for LCFHS members, $12/adult, $10 AAA members/military, $6/student. Tour begins and concludes at the Latimer House Museum. Lower CF Historical Society, 126 S. 3rd St.

CAM WEEKLY EXHIBITION TOURS

Cameron Art Museum allows participants to explore current exhibitions with Anne Brennan, CAM’s executive director, in a new series of public tours. Free for CAM members. Wed., 1:30pm. 3201 S. 17th St.

INSIDER’S TOUR

Explore the history of your community at Cape Fear Museum. Take the Insider’s Tour offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am. Tours are free with admission and include a “behind the scenes” sneak peek. Pre-registration is required: 910-798-4362 or cfmprograms@nhcgov.com. Free w/general admission or mem-

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Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions. Market and Water sts. $12/adult, $5/child. (910) 251-8889. www.horsedrawntours.com

GHOST WALK

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

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

HISTORY WALKING TOUR

A two-hour exploration of downtown Wilmington with author Dan Camacho! Suggested $10 donation. Takes place Fridays, 10am. www. bellamymansion.org or email info@bellamymansion.org with any questions. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

BELLAMY MANSION

Guided tours start on the hour, as well as selfguided tours, which start at any time. Mondays is only self-guided tours.* Follow curved oystershell paths through our lush Victorian garden shaded by 150-year-old magnolia trees. Climb the stairs to the elegant main entrance surrounded by soaring columns and gleaming windows. Hear the stories of the Bellamy family, as well as those of the free and enslaved black artisans who built the home and crafted intricate details throughout the house. Know that you are walking through history. Bellamy Mansion Museum, one of NCs most spectacular examples of Antebellum architecture.

Adults $12; senior and military discount, $10; students, $6; children under 5, free. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

GUIDED ARCHITECTURAL TOURS

Historic Wilmington Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guided Architectural Walking Tours showcase the architectural, social, and cultural history of the neighborhood in which they takes place. The Streetcar Suburbs tour tells the story of Wilmingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first two suburbs, Carolina Place and Carolina Heights, which grew around the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s streetcar route. Architectural styles youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re likely to see include Colonial Revival, American Bungalows, Craftsman Style homes, Tudor Style, Dutch Revival, and Ranch houses.

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STREETCAR SUBURBS TOUR

Historic Wilmington Foundation offers two tours. Each showcases the architectural, social, and cultural history of the neighborhood in which it takes place. The Streetcar Suburbs tour tells the story of Wilmingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first two suburbs, Carolina Place and Carolina Heights, which grew around the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s streetcar route.

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Oct. 21, 10am: Historical Walking Tour of Oakdale Cemetery, NCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest rural cemetery, will be given by Robin Triplett, who will take you on a journey through time and delight you with historical facts and tales of many of those who are interred there. Tour is free for members of the Friends of Oakdale and $10.00 for non-members. Tour is cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Oakdale Cemetery, 520 N. 15th St.

support groups WILMINGTON PRIDE YOUTH GROUP

Middle school and high-school students: Wilmington Pride and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation have joined together to create and facilitate a youth group for children/youth (middle school and high school) who are LGBTQIA, plus straight allies. A safe space for kids to talk about orientation, gender, racial equality, political consequences, religion, self harm and self-care. Needed: youth facilitators, especially those who are trained to work with kids, and speakers to talk about important topics. Meets Thurs., 7:30pm, UU Congregation of Wilmington, 4313 Lake Ave, (across from Roland Grise Middle School). Sue Graffius: dre@ uufwilmington.org).

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CELEBRATE RECOVERY

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

EXPECTING MAMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CIRCLE

Sat, noon: Chat with other pregnant mamas who are going through the same thing as you!

Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Breastfeeding USA counselor, and Postpartum Doula, Jess Zeffiro will moderate a free Pregnancy Meetup Group. Expectant mothers are invited to pop into the group at any time to share their stories, ask questions, and connect with great area resources. Share stories and have any pregnancy and birth related questions answered in a supportive environment. The Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.

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TEEN TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP

Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Support Group, free, facilitated by TR Nunley and Jamie Alper. This group will focus on the mental health needs unique to transgender and gender non-conforming adolescents (13 years old -18 years old). Topics covered will include but are not limited to: understanding one’s own gender, bullying, discrimination, and violence, family dynamics, coming out, being misgendered, handling invasive personal questions from others, safety and safe spaces, anxiety and mood stability. Nova Swanstrom first at (910) 442-8480 x3009 with Delta Behavioral Clinic.

CHADD

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

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TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP

Facilitated by licensed therapists in a private and safe location. Four free monthly support groups for parents and family, children and teens, young adults, and older adults. All are phone screened for safety. Group information is given at the time of the screening. Please contact Nova Swanstrom MA, LPA for more information.

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LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP

Meets on the third Saturday of each month.

Free to attend the meeting, and drop-ins are welcome. Group provides participants with an opportunity to receive introductory information about lupus, encourage the expression of concerns, provide an opportunity to share experiences, encourage and support positive coping strategies, and emphasize the importance of medical treatment. Meeting programs vary from guest speakers to DVD presentations and open group discussion.LFANC: info@lupusnc.org or at 877-849-8271, ext. 1. www. lupusnc.org. Northeast Regional Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

“I am my own muse,” wrote painter Frida Kahlo. “I am the subject I know best. The subject I want to know better.” Would you consider trying out this perspective for a while, Aries? If so, you might generate a few ticklish surprises. You may be led into mysterious areas of your psyche that had previously been off-limits. You could discover secrets you’ve been hiding from yourself. So what would it mean to be your own muse? What exactly would you do? Here are some examples. Flirt with yourself in the mirror.

Ask yourself impertinent, insouciant questions. Have imaginary conversations with the person you were three years ago and the person you’ll be in three years.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

LIBRA (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

A woman I know, Caeli La, was thinking about relocating from Denver to Brooklyn. She journeyed across country and visited a prime neighborhood in her potential new headquarters. Here’s what she reported on her Facebook page: “In the last three days, I’ve seen three different men on separate occasions wearing sundresses. So this is definitely the right place for me.” What sort of signs and omens would tell you what you need to do to be in the right place at the right time, Libra? I urge you to be on the lookout for them in the coming weeks. Life will be conspiring to provide you with clues about where you can feel at peace, at home and in the groove.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

“Happiness comes from getting what you want,” said poet Stephen Levine, whereas joy comes “from being who you really are.” According to my analysis, the coming weeks will bear a higher potential for joy than for happiness. I’m not saying you won’t get anything you want. But I do suspect that focusing on getting what you want might sap energy from the venture that’s more likely to thrive: an unprecedented awakening to the truth of who you really are.

Simon & Garfunkel released their first album in October 1964. It received only a modest amount of airplay. Two musicians were so discouraged they stopped working together. Then Bob Dylan’s producer Tom Wilson got permission to remix “The Sounds of Silence,” a song on the album. He added rock instruments and heavy echo to Simon & Garfunkel’s folk arrangement. When the tune was rereleased in September 1965, it became a huge hit. I bring this to your attention, Scorpio, because I suspect you’re now at a point comparable to the time just before Tom Wilson discovered the potential of “The Sounds of Silence.”

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Sigmund Freud was a medical doctor who laid the groundwork for psychoanalysis. Throughout the twentieth century, his radical, often outrageous ideas were a major influence on Western culture. When Freud was 50, he discovered a brilliant psychiatrist who would become his prize pupil: Carl Jung. When the two men first met in Vienna in 1907, they conversed without a break for 13 consecutive hours. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you could experience a comparable immersion sometime soon: a captivating involvement with a new influence, a provocative exchange that enchants you, or a fascinating encounter that shifts your course.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

In the next twelve months, I hope to help you track down new pleasures and amusements that teach you more about what you want out of life. I will also be subtly reminding you that all the world’s a stage, and will advise you on how to raise your self-expression to Oscar-worthy levels. As for romance, here’s my prescription between now and October 2018: The more compassion you cultivate, the more personal love you will enjoy. If you lift your generosity to a higher octave, there’ll be another perk, too: You will be host to an enhanced flow of creative ideas.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Are you interested in diving down to explore the mysterious and evocative depths? Would you be open to spending more time than usual cultivating peace and stillness in a sanctuary? Can you sense the rewards that will become available if you pay reverence to influences that nurture your wild soul? I hope you’ll be working on projects like these in the coming weeks, Leo. You’ll be in a phase when the single most important gift you can give yourself is to remember what you’re made of and how you got made.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Louisa May Alcott wrote a novel entitled “A Long Fatal Love Chase,” which was regarded as too racy to be published until a century after her death.

“In the books I read, the sinners are more interesting than the saints,” says Alcott’s heroine, Rosamund, “and in real life people are dismally dull.” I boldly predict that in the coming months, Virgo, you won’t provide evidence to support Rosamund’s views. You’ll be even more interesting than you usually are, and will also gather more than your usual quota of joy and self-worth -- but without having to wake up even once with your clothes torn and your head lying in a gutter after a night of forlorn debauchery.

“Consider how hard it is to change yourself,” wrote author Jacob M. Braude, “and you’ll understand what little chance you have in trying to change others.”

Ninety-nine percent of the time, I’d advise you and everybody else to surrender to that counsel as if it were an absolute truth. But I think you Sagittarians will be the exception to the rule in the coming weeks. More than usual, you’ll have the power to change yourself. And if you succeed, your self-transformations will be likely to trigger interesting changes in people around you. Here’s another useful tip, also courtesy of Jacob M. Braude: “Behave like a duck.

Keep calm and unruffled on the surface, but paddle like the devil underneath.”

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

In 1969, two earthlings walked on the moon for the first time. To ensure that astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed there and returned safely, about 400,000 people labored and cooperated for many years. I suspect that in the coming months, you may be drawn to a collaborative project that’s not as ambitious as NASA’s, but nevertheless fueled by a grand plan and a big scope.

And according to my astrological calculations, you will have even more ability than usual to be a driving force in such a project. Your power to inspire and organize group efforts will be at a peak.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

I predict your ambitions will burn more steadily in the coming months, and will produce more heat and light than ever before. You’ll have a clearer conception of exactly what it is you want to accomplish, as well as a growing certainty of the resources and help you’ll need to accomplish it. Hooray and hallelujah! But keep this in mind, Aquarius: As you acquire greater access to meaningful success—not just the kind of success that merely impresses other people—you’ll be required to take on more responsibility. Can you handle that? I think you can.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

What’s your top conspiracy theory? Does it revolve around the Illuminati, the occult group that is supposedly plotting to abolish all nations and create a world government? Or does it involve the stealthy invasion by extraterrestrials who are allegedly seizing mental control over human political leaders and influencing them to wage endless war and wreck the environment? Or is your pet conspiracy theory more personal? Maybe you secretly believe, for instance, that the difficult events you experienced in the past were so painful and debilitating that they will forever prevent you from fulfilling your fondest dream. Well, Pisces. I’m here to tell you that whatever conspiracy theory you most tightly embrace is ready to be disproven once and for all. Are you willing to be relieved of your delusions?

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