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SOULFUL RENDERINGS, PGS. 10-11 Taking some time away from the studio, Jonny Lang (above) is set to headline the 23rd annual Pleasure Island Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival, rounding out the first day of weekend events on Saturday at 8 p.m. Lang is joined by several NC artists and Samantha Fish on Sunday, Courtesy photo.

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LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL: Gwenyfar gets a visit from the ghosts of president’s past BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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TIPPECANOE AND TYLER TOO! The ghost of the tenth president of the United States, John Tyler, visits Gwenyfar in the National Cemetery on the heels of the 2016 election. Courtesy photo

t was an odd turn of events that led me to cut through the National Cemetery on Halloween night. I used to do it all the time when I was a teenager on my way to my boyfriend’s house. Since adulthood set in—and really, since my friend Mac was buried there—I have tried to give it the dignity of entering and leaving by the gates. As with all good intentions, here I was hopping the wall on 20th Street and landing among the headstones for infants (something that never ceases to make me cringe) and heading at a diagonal toward Chestnut.

I was feeling very embarrassed and self-conscious. Honestly, I was hoping the foggy, misty dark would keep my neighbors from seeing me do this. I was just at the

magnolia tree when a deep man’s voice stopped me and scared the life out of me.

“Good evening.”

I literally came stock still in my tracks, frozen in terror. I could not summon a sound.

He spoke again. “I said, good evening, Gwenyfar.”

Finally, he came around the tree. He stood in a costume that looked almost like it came from the Regency era but not quite.

He must be on his way to a party, I thought.

My feet were rooted to the ground; I could not manage to turn around or run— even scream for help.

“Don’t you recognize me?” he teased.

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I shook my head “no” in confusion.

“Well, you must have been the only fourth grader wearing my campaign shirt in 1989.” He chuckled at me. “Do you still have it? Or have you worn it out?”

The rolodex in my head started flipping through political campaigns I supported in elementary school. Too early for Harper and Laura, or Gantt … that would have to be …

Suddenly, I remembered an image of a plain white tee with a black line drawing of a log cabin and the slogan from the presidential campaign of 1840. It was clear as day from the book my Dad’s grad-school mentor published. They printed up a bunch of shirts in the promotion campaign. My fa-

ther loved to joke he had the only daughter to have promoted a Whig candidate in the 20th century.

But this couldn’t be? I mused.

“Tippecanoe and Tyler Too!?” I blurted out. There was no way the ghost of a dead president was standing in front of me. Was there?

“Tyler Too, at your service,” he affected with a slight bow and a chuckle.

“What are you doing here?”

“I have come to warn you!”

“Warn me of what?”

“You will be visited by three presidential ghosts! You must listen to their warnings.”

I stared at the apparition in front of me and tried to decide if I was hallucinating or somehow on the receiving end of a particularly erudite practical joke.

“I’m sorry. I’m a little lost here. Why am I getting visited by presidential ghosts? I am not running for office. I don’t hold office, I ...”

“You do write the Live Local column for the esteemed encore, do you not?”

“I wouldn’t really call it ‘esteemed’— don’t tell my editor I said that—but more like well-loved,” I clarified.

The apparition frowned. “Does to ‘esteem’ something not mean to ‘love it well’?

Has the language changed so much since my day?”

I need a drink. I cannot be standing in a graveyard arguing the evolution of connotations with a dead president.

“Yes, sir, it does. But the connotation of ‘esteem,’ especially when referring to the press, is, well, different than I think you remember. All that aside, I am still not certain why you have appeared to me in the National Cemetery to warn me of impending dead presidential visits!”

“Ah, yes. The visits. Now, these are not going to be state visits, so you don’t need to worry with protocol and serving a meal—though you should address each of them as ‘sir’ or ‘Mr. President.’ Other-

wise, it is strictly a cheery visit between friends. Strictly informal, of course.”

He stopped and stared at me, then cleared his throat. “Sorry, a little presidential humor.”

When I still didn’t respond the way he expected, he sighed.

“Part of the burden of office is that no one can laugh with a fellow anymore.” He heaved his shoulders and shook his head.

“I’m sorry. I’m still unclear on this—why have you selected me?”

“Well, we have been following your work, naturally, and ...”

“You read encore in the afterlife?”

“My dear, if there is one thing you have time for in the great beyond, it is reading.

Suddenly, you can keep up on all the latest news. It simply is amazing—you will love it when your time comes.”

I admitted I always hoped whatever afterlife we are headed toward involved books.

“So you will be visited by three presidents on three successive nights. We are very worried about your election and economy, and we wanted a chance to talk with you about where things are headed. We wanted to give you the combined benefit of our wisdom and experience, as it were.

Then, you will naturally write about this and

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share it with the voters.”

I took the deepest breath of my life and gave myself a coughing fit from the sudden chill I tried to drink instead of breathe.

“So you understand I have to run this by my editor; she might not be on board with this. We haven’t ever really done anything quite like it before. On the other hand, scoring an exclusive interview with a president would be a coup for us.”

“Three presidents,” President Tyler reminded me. “Since you write the Live Local column, and you are in North Carolina, we have selected three presidents with North Carolina connections to visit you. Ask them about economics, foreign and domestic policy, how the world has changed—all of that. Now is your chance!”

I was intrigued.

“Hold on, you said North Carolina connections. Do you mean Jackson?”

He sighed. “Well, no, we decided against that. You have said some rather harsh things about him in print.” He looked at his toes for a moment. “It is hard for a man like Andy to have a lady call him a genocidal war criminal. He, um, isn’t sure if he can talk to you after that.”

I blew out a long breath. I was relieved I wouldn’t have to see Old Hickory. ‘Intimidating’ and ‘embarrassing’ were two words that floated to the top of my mind. “So, if

not Jackson, I’m guessing Polk and Johnson?”

President Tyler beamed at me (if a ghost can beam) like a teacher with a prized pupil showing off. “And? Who else do you talk about on your literary tour every weekend?”

“You know about my tour?” I asked.

He nodded, “We’ll talk about that later— who else?’

“Woodrow Wilson. He lived here after he withdrew from Davidson.”

“Very good! I have a feeling this is going to be splendid, simply splendid!” he rubbed his hands together. “Now you need to clear your social calendar for the next three nights. Just appear here at about this time and on each night you will have ‘the scoop of a lifetime’!”

“If I don’t show up?” I asked.

“We will come looking for you. This is too important for you to miss out on.”

“And if my editor kills the story?”

“I might advise you to go easy on jokes about killing. The dead can be sensitive about things like that. Good night, Gwenyfar. Thank you for bearing my image into the 20th century.”

He walked away from me toward the tree and disappeared into the mist.

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MEET THE CANDIDATE:

Getting to know Democratic County Commission candidate Julia Boseman small businesses and businesses that will not destroy our natural resources.

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here are several issues to consider throughout the election year in NC, especially in New Hanover County: House Bill 2 and LGBT rights, economic growth, community relations, and the list goes on. In the weeks leading up to Nov. 8, election day, encore will publish Q&As with candidates running for local and state offices. Candidates running to represent NHC’s Board of Commission were all sent the same questions. This week meet candidate Julia Boseman. encore (e): Why do you want to serve in public office?

Julia Boseman (JB): New Hanover County represents every part of me; past, present and future. It’s where I was born and raised, and where we’ve decided to raise our children. When I was in the State Senate, teacher pay was at the national average, there was a teacher’s assistant in every classroom K-3 and we had a vibrant film industry. Now that has all slipped away. I want to serve in public office to help move our county forward, instead of backwards like our state. e: What is your leadership philosophy? How does it apply to government service?

JB: My philosophy is that we are better together than we are working against each other. We live here and stay here because of our beaches and our climate.

Our health and vibrancy is important, so we either grow or fall behind. I believe we need to work to bring multi-use development, advanced manufacturing jobs,

e: If elected, what priority issues will you address in the next two years?

Five years?

JB: In the next two years we will be faced with updating the Special Use Permitting Plan to make New Hanover County more attractive to businesses, while protecting our natural resources. We will also need to work to ensure adequate infrastructure is in place to attract new businesses and that we fund a vocational high school so that when our students graduate they are either career ready or college bound.

Over the next five years, I believe growth and how we work together to plan for growth will be the most important issue we will face. The county needs to work with the City Council and the Board of Education to make sure we have a plan for growth in making sure that adequate infrastructure and educational resources are in place before new development is approved. e: In your opinion, how strong are community relations with the board?

Explain how you would maintain or improve them.

JB: There is always room for improvement when it comes to the board’s relationship to the community. The commissioners need to have more neighborhood forums to allow citizens to have direct access to them and to change the time at the commissioner meetings for public comment to a time that would allow people to attend that work a regular 9-5 job. e: What actions or incentives should the board pursue to encourage eco-

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JB: I would promote economic growth by ensuring the infrastructure is installed in the 421 corridor, revamp the SUP process to make it easier for businesses to come to New Hanover County, build a vocational high school so that our students are trained for the jobs we are attracting, and create a department in county government as recommended by the Garner Report that would work to bring good-paying jobs to New Hanover County. I would also look at ways that we will need to replace the federal dollars we are losing for coastal storm damage reduction. Every dollar that is spent on beach re-nourishment generates $41 in expenditures, according to the Beach Inlet Management Plan and the Western Carolina Beach Nourishment Viewer.

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e: How should the Special Use Permit continue to change or come into play in the aforementioned growth?

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I oppose off-shore drilling and any other businesses that would damage our tourism industry or cause irreparable harm to our natural resources.

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e: Wilmington is ranked as the number one city nationally for opioid abuse. What can the county do to combat this issue?

JB: The county should continue to fund Drug Court, which help people with the disease of addiction get treatment instead of just putting them in jail. We need to deal with the cause and not just the symptoms.

We need to make sure that the Department of Social Services has the resources they need and that we help fund non-profits that help people in addiction. We also need to ensure that the sheriff’s department has the resources they need to keep our families safe. e: Where do you stand on HB2 and how do you think it’s impacted NHC? JB: HB2 is just plain wrong. It’s taken millions of dollars away from North Carolina and will continue to drive businesses away from not just New Hanover County, but North Carolina as a whole. e: During a divisive time in politics, how might you help find middle ground on the board?

JB: For me, I listen to all sides of an issue and consider the different viewpoints.

I think we need elected leaders who will listen. I learn more from those who have a different opinion than myself and usually have a better understanding of the issue.

If we don’t listen to others, then how can we improve New Hanover County.

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FOUL-FEATHERED FRIENDS

In September, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, noting a recent uptick in cases of “live-poultry-associated salmonella,” repeated its earlier (apparently largely ignored) alert that people should not be kissing chickens (or ducks or turkeys). CDC noted the recent popularity of urban egg farming, but reminded “hipster” farmers and faddish pet patrons that cuddling the animals, or bringing the little darlings into the home (even those that appear clean and friendly), can spread dangerous bacteria for which humans are unprepared.

SUSPICIONS CONFIRMED

A recent working paper by two Louisiana State University economists revealed

that the state’s juvenile court judges dole out harsher sentences on weeks following a loss by the LSU football team (among those judges who matriculated at LSU).

The differences in sentences were particularly stark in those seasons that LSU’s team was nationally ranked. (All sentences from 1996 to 2012 were examined, for first-time juvenile offenders, except for murder and aggravated-rape cases.)

The NCAA’s two-year probation handed to Georgia Southern University’s football program in July included a note that two football players were given “impermissible” inside help to pass a course. It turns out that even though GSU’s former assistant director of student-athlete services stealthily wrote five extra-credit assignments for each of the players, still, neither

A paramedic with the St. Louis Fire Department discovered on Aug. 4 that his car, in the station’s parking lot, had been broken into and was missing various items. Minutes after he filed a police report, the station received an emergency call about a pedestrian hit by a car, and the paramedic and crew rushed to the scene. As he was helping the victim, the paramedic noticed that his own gym bag and belongings were strewn about the scene and concluded that the man he was attending to was likely the man who had broken into his car. The paramedic continued to assist the man, and police told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that they would arrest the man as soon as he was discharged from the hospital.

Raylon Parker, doing his duty in August on a grand jury in Halifax County, North Carolina, listened to a prosecutor lay out a case, and to Parker’s apparent surprise, the case was against Raylon Parker (for assault with a deadly weapon

with intent to kill). Still, he voted on the indictment, which passed (though, due to grand jury secrecy, we do not know which way he voted). One possibility: He voted to indict, assuming a judge would toss it out, tainting the prosecutor’s case. However, Parker’s judge said the indictment — signifying “probable cause” — was still valid and that she would not inquire how Parker had voted.

RECURRING THEMES

Goldfish Revisited: (1) Emma Marsh of Kuraby, Australia, shelled out $500 in September for her goldfish’s emergency medical care to remove the pebble stuck in poor Conquer’s throat. (Brisbane’s Courier-Mail noted that the $500 could have bought 40 replacements — that $500 is about what an actual bar of gold of Conquer’s weight would cost.) (2) Elsewhere Down Under, researchers from Murdoch University in Perth said in August they were working on a goldfish-control program after learning that one species dumped in the nutrient-rich Vasse River in Western Australia could grow to 4 pounds—and the size of a football.)

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NEWS>>OP-ED

BLACK MAN RUNNING: A marathon of healing and empathy BY: MARK BASQUILL

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ow old are you?” Wilmington poet Shawn Mitchell asked after our run.

“55,” I said.

“Damn,” Shawn said. “I’m 54. I wanted to be the oldest one here.”

“I can say I’m in my early 50s and give the fact-checkers something to do.”

“No,” Shawn said. “You’re just old, dude.”

We both laughed.

Shawn and I are old enough to remember when The Beatles broke up and when Michael Jackson was still alive—and still black. Even so, I didn’t mind being old after the best run I’ve had all year. I joined about 30 other activism athletes of diverse colors and ages on their weekly downtown sojourn with “Black Man Running.” Local high-

school distance runner and thespian Abel Zukerman, who kept me in stride, reminded me living together is an art, and healing injustices a marathon. He kept the focus on the bright future we have when we all run together.

“Black Man Running” focuses on the future. It doesn’t lament that our constitution prevents President Obama from running for a third term as much as calls attention to the fact that our current culture interferes with the freedom of any black man to move through many American communities.

The Star-Spangled Banner sings we are the “Land of the Free,” but what if Olympic champion Usain Bolt was bolting through Landfall at 5 a.m. on a training run? What’s the likely response from Wilmington Police?

What about us? Would we call it in? You know, just in case?

That’s “implicit bias” that restricts free movement. It’s one reason why “Free Move-

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ment” is another moniker for a group started early in the latest waves of unjustified killings of young black men. I assumed the project started in Ferguson or Baltimore, but much to my surprise and pride, the roots of the group are right here in Wilmington.

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Executive director (and cofounder) Nick Szuberla and communications director Rend Smith explained the public art initiative was developed through local nonprofit Working Narratives to spotlight racial disparities in the criminal system, and shed at least a little light on other social justice issues. As Szuberla remarked, “Light is a disinfectant.”

After the run most of us watched the first presidential debate at Jengo’s Playhouse.

During the section on “Healing the Racial Divide,” we heard one candidate use technical terms, such as “implicit bias,” while the other shouted “law and order,” a lot.

“Law and order” is easy to say. It’s more difficult to admit the fact that justice is not color blind. Racial disparities are measurable facts in the justice system from the moment a person is stopped and frisked. If a candidate can’t “get his mind right” about that they’ll never see the choking vines of the criminal “injustice” system inextricably intertwined with the choking vines of injustices of education and economic systems.

Merely repeating the simple “law and order” mantra willfully ignores the deep and complex roots of our problems.

A moderately angry black man pointed his

finger at me after the debate. “You can live the rest of your life in this country without ever seeing another black man and never even notice. My very existence has always depended on the whims of people that look like you—at least, in this country.”

I reacted defensively and prepared counter-points for my debate. Walk a mile in my moccasins, angry dude! It’s not my fault I was born white and male, or that in this country those conditions come with a degree of unearned privilege. It’s not my fault two main roots of our nation are genocide and slavery. Thanks in part to guys like me our “already great” nation is slowly healing from that dual scourge.

After looking down at his tattered sneakers, I realized we can’t out-argue anger or out-debate implicit biases. Reading James Baldwin, Ta-Nehisi Coates and Maya Angelou can only do so much. Our shared experiences with each other enhance our empathy; our ability to “walk a mile in another man’s moccasins.”

Regardless of who wins any debate or election, we will have to choose every day whether to allow conditions of our birth to become our destiny and our privilege become our prison. We’ll have to choose how to live and heal together. How do we take the next hard-healing steps?

It’s possible that lacing up sneakers and running or walking a few steps of the marathon together one Monday night might be a step to enhance empathy and healing. How hard could that be?

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ARTS>>MUSIC

SOULFUL RENDERINGS: Jonny Lang headlines Saturday’s Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

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HEAVY ON GUITAR: Jonny Lang has been busy in the studio but will take a break to headline the Pleasure Island Seafood Blues and Jazz Fest this Saturday. Photo by Piper Ferguson.

’m my least favorite topic,” Jonny Lang jokes about himself over the phone last week during our half-hour interview. Yet, 15 minutes into our call, he doesn’t hold back his excitement on the new record he has in the works. Just as well, he’s having fun touring and looking forward to playing the 23rd annual Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues and Jazz Festival this weekend at Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area in Kure Beach.

Taking place Saturday, Oct. 8, and Sunday, Oct. 9, the Grammy-winning bluesman Lang will headline Saturday at 8 p.m., while Samantha Fish will take the mainstage on

Sunday at 4 p.m. They’ll be joined by several other blues and jazz groups on multiple stages, including Urban Hill, Gate City Divas, David Gerald, Snake Malone & The Black Cat Bone, Nelson & the Rock-a-fellas, Nina Repeta, and many more.

Summertime for Lang is typically filled with festivals like these and manage to roll into fall. Though he’s happy playing music anywhere (or to an empty room at that), there’s a certain je ne sais quoi that endears him to the festival scene.

“I like just about every kind of music venue,” he clarifies, “but certain festivals are a

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really fun place. . . . Sometimes there’s a section of lawn chairs with everyone in front, half asleep and getting sunburned [laughs]; everyone’s having a good time.”

Since first coming onto the scene as a 16-year-old prodigy of sorts, Lang has been singing, writing songs and touring regularly for 16 years. He’s literally and figuratively grown up with his music. In many ways there’s just as much that has changed within him musically as personally. Such as life, experiences turn people into who they are; it’s the same creatively.

“I’ve changed most as a songwriter,” he

specifies. “I think I’ve gotten a little better at that; saying what I want to say in songs, which has been probably my top goal as a creative person. I wanted to get better at songwriting.”

“Seasons,” from the 2013 album “Fight for My Soul,” was one of the songs to first embody Lang’s growth. He describes it as a song most folks wouldn’t expect from him—one he more or less snuck onto the record. It was released as a “holiday treat” for fans. In essence, it’s much like a holiday ballad—albeit a lonesome one at times—but it goes further to explore the dying and rebirth themes across seasons. “It’s really dif-

ferent,” Lang explains. “It’s not a guitarbased blues or rock song.”

COMING SOON

Lang’s been in the studio this year finishing up a long-awaited followup.

Unlike “Fight for my Soul,” he says it’s shaping up to be a more guitar-centric album. He has completed basic tracking and now is ready to polish it before a release in 2017.

“It’s kind of in that limbo stage where it’s hard to really know what it’s going to look like,” Lang admits. “We didn’t go in like, ‘Let’s try something really new and make it happen.’ To me, it is a pretty fresh feeling—the sound of it and the songs feel fresh. It feels really different and I’m excited about it.”

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Lang says the album’s been a longtime coming. He struggled with the idea or obligation of having a regimented album cycle, as a lot of musicians and bands do. Recording and releasing an album, touring with it for a cycle, and then heading back into the studio to have another out by the following year can be rigorous. For him, sometimes the turnaround is quick and sometimes, like this record, it’s not. “[Recording] is sort of propelled by the songs,” he explains, “and if the songs aren’t coming to me, I hate to forcewrite songs—I’ve done that. You may get good results and nobody might notice, but I feel it, and it bothers me. When it’s time, it’s time, and it’s just like a faucet and it just goes.”

While there aren’t too many specifics about his current work-in-progress, some themes Lang has been exploring in songwriting lately almost inevitably mirror current social issues that have turned to violence and fear it creates within society. “[I’m] trying to write songs that help me process all that,” he tells, “and write them in a way that is hopefully relatable to people.

There are a few songs [on the upcoming album] where you’ll have a pretty good idea of what I’m talking about.”

Though he typically doesn’t share new songs on the road prior to their official release, Lang admits he’s been itching to test them currently. Right now, he is touring as a five-piece outfit, with drummer Barry Alexander, bassist James Anton, keyboardist Dwan Hill, and rhythm guitarist Akil Thompson to accompany his own.

Jonny Lang will headline the 23rd annual Pleasure Island Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival this Saturday, October 8, at 8 p.m.

The two-day festival includes live blues and jazz all day, as well as an arts and wine garden for crafts, shopping and fine-wine tasting. Food vendors will be on site, and family-friendly events can be enjoyed in the Kidz Zone, complete with magicians, face painting, educational exhibits, inflatables, and more.

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Featuring headliners Jonny Lang & Samantha Smith Saturday, Oct. 8, 11 a.m.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5 Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)

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

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano)

Caveman Dave (8:30pm; Donation; Adult-style Kid Songs) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Chris Frisina (9pm; Free; Folk)

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

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

The Mantras (8pm; Cover TBD; Rock, Funk, Fusion)

Karaoke (9pm; Free)

Jazz Wednesdays (8:30pm; Free)

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

—The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

—Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-5994999

Razzvio (6pm; Free; Electric Violin, Pop)

Ironclad Comedy (7:30pm; Free)

Futurebirds w/ Sock Sandwich (7pm; $10; Rock)

—Ironclad Brewery, 115 N. 2nd St.

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

—Reggies 42nd St. Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St. 910799-6465

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

Neighborhood Night (8pm; Free)

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

The Mantras (8pm; Cover TBD; Rock, Funk, Fusion) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Neck Deep w/ Eyes Eat Suns (8pm; $25-$35) —Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

Trivia Night (8:30pm; Free)

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—The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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

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

Sweet Sweet (10pm; Free; Folk) —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock St.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7 Bil Dwyer (7pm, 9:30pm; $18; Comedy)

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

John Emil (8pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter) —Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.;

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9 The Nelons (10:30am; Donation; Southern Gospel) —Pine Valley Church of God, 3810 Shipyard Blvd.

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

—Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St. —Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.

—Fort Fisher Rec Area, 1000 Loggerhead Rd.

The Wood Brothers (6pm; $22-$32.50; Folk) —Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.; 910-538-2939

Randy McQuay (8pm; Free; Roots, Blues)

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10

Blue October (8pm; $25-$30; Alt Rock) —Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

Shwizz and more (9pm; Cover TBD; Funk Rock) —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Soul-R Fusion (9:30pm; Free)

—Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 910-251-1832

Gypsy Comedy Show (9:30pm; $10) —Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

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

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8 Seafood, Blues and Jazz Festival (11am; $25-$60) —Fort Fisher Rec Area, 1000 Loggerhead Rd.

Jazz Piano with James Jarvis (6pm; Free) —The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.; 910-762-2091

Lettuce & Empire Strikes Brass (6pm; $22; Rock, Funk)

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

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

Open Mic with Sean Howard (8pm; Free) —Burnt Mill Creek, 2101 Market St.; 910-599-4999

College Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12 Trivia with Jim and Glenn (6:30pm; Free)

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

James Jarvis (7pm; Free; Jazz Piano) The Capitol Steps (7:30pm; $22-$44)

—Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

Bil Dwyer (7pm, 9:30pm; $18; Comedy)

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

Eastbound (7pm; Free; Country)

—Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

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Blues Traveler (8pm; $26-$60; Rock) Karaoke (9pm; Free)

—The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

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

Fred Flynn (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

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Max Levy and the Hawaiian Shirts (8pm; Free; Rock)

The Jim Ferris Trio (6:30pm; $10-$12)

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—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

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—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

—Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

Shwizz and more (9pm; Cover TBD; Funk Rock)

Capitol Steps (7:30pm; $22-$44; Satire)

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—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

—Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

Tim Black and Jenny Pearson (10pm; Free; Singer-Songwriters)

Thursdays Fire Drums (8pm; Free)

LIVE MUSIC

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

Trivia Night (8:30pm; Free)

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Thirsty Thursday Karaoke (9pm; Free)

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Tyler Mck (9pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

Erik Stolhanske (7pm, 9:30pm; $20-$40, Comedy)

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

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—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

—Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre, 1941 Amphitheater Dr. —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 910-251-1832

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

—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.

$2.50 Budweiser Draft $4 Wells 65 Wings, 4-7pm

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

Amanda and Bryan (10pm; Free; Duo)

All Night Dance Party w/ Port City Shakedown (10pm; Free)

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

October 16th Machine Gun

Singer Songwriter Session (6pm; $5-$10)

Ladies Night with DJ UK (10pm; Free)

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

October 9th Southern Trouble

Show Tunes Sunday (9pm; Free)

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

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

sundays, 4-8PM

Seafood, Blues and Jazz Festival (4pm; $25-$60)

Paula Poundstone (8pm; $28-$50; Comedy) —Wilson Center, 703 N. 3rd St.

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Southern Trouble (4pm; Free; Modern Country)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St. —The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

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

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KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE 8003 REGENCY PKWY., CARY, NC (919) 462-2052 10/5: Acoustic Manner 10/7: Alabama with Charlie Daniels Band 10/12: The Johnny Folsom 4 & Patsy Cline Tribute THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 10/5: Pierce the Veil 10/6: Charlie Puth 10/7: Zoso 10/8: Bad Religion and Against Me! 10/9: YG 10/11: Finish Ticket 10/12: The Temperance Movement and more 10/16: Red PNC MUSIC PAVILION 707 PAVILION BLVD., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 549-1292 10/5: Korn and Breaking Benjamin MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., DURHAM, NC (919) 901-0875 10/5: Gangstagrass 10/6: Blitzen Trapper and more 10/7: Sister Sparrow and The Dirty Birds 10/9: La Santa Cecilia 10/12: Bronze Radio Return and more HOUSE OF BLUES MYRTLE BEACH 4640 HWY 17 S., MYRTLE BEACH, SC (843) 272-3000 10/7: George Thorogood and The Destroyers 10/28: Switchfoot and Relient K

RED HAT AMPHITHEATER 500 SOUTH MCDOWELL ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 996-8800 10/7: Chance The Rapper

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CABARRUS ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 821-4111 10/5: Moe. 10/6: Samantha Fish and Blue Sky Crying 10/7: Clutch, Zakk Sabbath and Kyng 10/8: August Burns Red, Erra, Silent Planet, and more 10/9: Tea Leaf Green and Atlas Road Crew 10/12: The Turnpike Troubadours and Dalton Domino 10/14: Mike Stud, SonReal and more CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN ST., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 10/5: Elephant Revival and Ben Sollee 10/5: Electric Six and In the Whale (Back) 10/6: Taking Back Sunday, You Blew It! and more 10/6: Astronautalis, Ceschi & Factor Chandelier (Back) 10/7: The Dear Hunter, Eisley and Gavin Castleton 10/7: Greg Humphreys Electric Trio (back) 10/8: Hardworker, Reed Turchi and more (Back) 10/8: WXYC 90s Dance 10/9: Lany and Transviolet 10/9: River Whyless & Heather McEntire (Back) 10/11: The Mowgli’s, Colony House and Dreamers 10/11: Cinemechanica, Solar Halos and more (Back) 10/12: Diarrhea Planet, Western Medication and more 10/12: Cicada Rhythm and Michaela Anne (Back) THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 10/5: The Growlers 10/6: August Burns Red and more 10/7: The Dirty Doors 10/8: River Whyless and Shannon Whitworth 10/9: Old School Hip-Hop Party w/ Preach Jacobs 10/11: What So Not, Rome Fortune and more 10/12: Oh Wonder and Kevin Garrett 10/13: Yelawolf, Struggle Jennings and more

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INTERPRETIVE DUALITIES: Two local artists approach same subject matter with different styles

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BY: EMILY TRUSS

n life, perspective is everything. There is more than one side to every story, and a multitude of ways to interpret them. “Insider/Outsider: Art Two Ways” is a unique exhibit that embodies such concepts.

Hanging on the walls of the MC Erny Gallery at WHQR in downtown Wilmington are paintings by Kirah Van Sickle and Candy Pegram, each of whom integrated training and education in art throughout her life. Van Sickle’s approach is academic and contemporary, while Pegram’s style is more retro— even Southern folk art. The two artists have taken their nearly opposite painting styles to interpret the same subject, whether it is a story passage, inspirational quote or image.

“I approached Kirah over a year ago about the idea that we would take any sort of subject matter that we were interested in and do our own interpretations of them,” Pegram says. “The only guidelines we gave each other were the size of each piece.”

Pegram and Van Sickle worked on their projects separately, and had no idea what the other’s work looked like until each piece was completely finished. Adding anticipation to the show, some of the artists’ art weren’t revealed until they were displayed at the gallery.

“The show provided a way for us to come from different directions,” Van Sickle says. “It was fun to see how we both used the inspirations to pull from our own histories. It all came together in a really cool way.”

Van Sickle was born in Oregon and moved around with her family before settling in North Carolina as a teenager. Her father, a nuclear

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Van Sickle had her own creative consulting business for 18 years, and worked in both commercial art and graphic-design while maintaining her fine arts craft. These days her career revolves around sharing her talent and love for art with the Port City, as well as other artists who attend her regional and international workshops.

“Ten years ago I started teaching,” Van Sickle says, “I’m a practicing studio artist, but also I am an art adjunct at Cape Fear Community College and an instructor at the Cameron Art Museum.”

While Cameron Art Museum is the largest studio space in which Van Sickle teaches, she also hosts private art lessons in her home studio. Plus, she travels to various art councils and associations as an instructor throughout the year.

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engineer, sparked her interest in art at the age of 6 when he took her to an art-supply store. The trip inspired her to take on its studies throughout grade school until she went on to complete her undergraduate education at Duke University. While there she majored in biology, as well as art and art history. She received her Master of Science in medical illustration from the Medical College of Georgia, and her Master of Fine Art in painting through the Academy of Art in San Francisco. “I have been making and studying art for over 40 years,” Van Sickle states. “It’s been kind of a convoluted path.”

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BEEKEEPERS: An interpretation by both Kirah Van Sickle and Candy Pegram of bees and their hives, now hanging at WHQR’s MC Erny Gallery.

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plein-air paintings,” Van Sickle explains. “All three of those things are represented in the show at the MC Erny Gallery.”

The majority of Van Sickle’s paintings at the gallery are acrylic mixed-media. They incorporate different textured mediums, glazing effects and pencils.

Pegram, on the other hand, works in latex, wood and wax. “The majority of the paint I use [comes from] the paint mess-ups from Lowe’s,” Pegram says. “I finish my paintings with a wax seal that protects it, and gives it the old, muted look I am known for.”

Born in North Carolina near Winston-Salem, Pegram first picked up a paint brush in 2003. After working in an office setting, her career shifted to wood-refinishing on boats.

Working outdoors for most of the day, the change of scenery inspired Pegram to embark on a new hobby.

“When I started working outdoors, working with the wood and refinishing it, something sparked a need in me to be creative after hours,” Pegram states.

Having had some experience with art photography, Pegram started working on experimental projects in a garage she had in Castle Hayne, NC. She began jotting down images she would conjure and then transferred them to wood, while working with different paints and wood finishers. Because of her prior experience refinishing wood, the new endeavor

came naturally. Eventually, her artwork progressed from a hobby to a new career.

Pegram participates in several festivals throughout the year, including Artsplosure in downtown Raleigh, Art for the Masses in Wilmington and even an event for the International Bluegrass Music Association in Nashville, TN. “This year I’ve branched out a little,” she says. “I’m traveling to Alabama soon to participate in the Kentuck Arts Festival. It’s a very well-known outsider, folk-art festival that I’ve been wanting to attend for years.”

While festivals make up a large part of Pegram’s exhibitions, she also holds local gallery shows occasionally. She loves showing at MC Erny. “So far it’s been really successful and we have actually sold a lot of pieces already,” Pegram says.

Insider/Outsider: Art Two Ways will continue to hang in the MC Erny Gallery through October 14. All pieces from both Pegram and Van Sickle are for sale to the general public, with partial proceeds benefitting WHQR, our local affiliate for the national public radio station. They are open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

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Hanging until Oct. 14 WHQR’s MC Erny Gallery 254 N. Front Street #300 Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.whqr.org

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GALLERYGUIDE ARTFUEL.INC 2165 Wrightsville Ave. Mon. - Sat., noon - 7pm www.artfuelinc.com • (910) 343-5233 Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 43, “Window Shopping Art Show,” featuring work

by Zak Duff, Char Oden, Scott Ehrhart, and Kimberly Coffman. Hangs for eight weeks.

ARTEXPOSURE! 22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC (910) 803-0302 • (910) 330-4077 Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5pm (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com Join us at “Autumn with Topsail” on Saturday and Sunday, October 15th and 16th. Several of our artists will be in the tent in front of the main entrance. Coupons for discounts (art, classes, framing) will be given with each purchase.

This is one of Topsail Island’s biggest events with artists and crafters, including great music and food!

ArtExposure will host an Open House and Art in Action on Saturday, November 12th starting at 11am. Come watch artists at work and join us for refreshments.

ArtExposure will be closed Saturday, October 15th for “Autumn with Topsail”.

Check our website and facebook page for new classes!

ART IN BLOOM 210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 • www.aibgallery.com Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated, 19th-century horse stable and exhibits original art by a diverse group of global and local artists. Upcoming exhibits include “Visible Spectra: Paintings, Drawings, and Prints by Janette K. Hopper & Photography by Charles Kernan” on Friday, October 14th, 6-9pm. Visit our booth at 210 Princess Street for the American Craft Walk Wilmington on Saturday, October 15th, 10am-6pm. The gallery is open until 9:00 pm during Fourth Friday Gallery Nights.

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

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

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

As a longtime leader in local art curation, Crescent Moon strives to be an ambassador for their artists and to make their customers art collecting, decorating and gift-giving experience an easy one. Crescent Moon is the place in Wilmington for art, where the most talented local, regional and national artists choose to exhibit their work. They also feature designer fashions, home décor, a children’s section, and fine gifts for the entire family. With an unparalleled selection of individually chosen pieces and an expanded showroom with stunning collections from both new and returning artists, Crescent Moon has something for everyone. Every fourth Friday of the month, Crescent Moon hosts a featured artist, live music, wine and cheese for all to enjoy.

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.

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

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

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

Expo 216 has over 5,000 square feet, in a newly renovated building in historic downtown Wilmington, with free admission open to the public. Expo 216 participates in downtown Wilmington’s Fourth Friday Gallery Walk. Groups and private tours available.

NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY 201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues. - Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com “Carolina Brilliance” features new works from painters J. Michael Kennedy and Catherine Lea. These artists wonderfully capture the essence of the Carolinas, from the low-country marshes to the verdant farmlands.“Carolina Brilliance” remains on view until October 22, 2016.

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. The 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.

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LOOKING AT POSSIBILITY:

Paula Poundstone brings comedic perspective to Cape Fear Stage

b) their social life. People feel disenfranchised—well, part of the reason is they don’t look at one another any longer. I guess it’s ast year I watched an interesting com- not the answer to everything that ails us but mentary on the CBS Sunday Morning it’s right up there.”

Show featuring Paula Poundstone. The Such a serious issue—“second only to comedian put forth an unexpected plea for global warming”—is incorporated into her the country to admit a serious problem: elec- standup, alongside other observations and tronics addiction. “It’s like heroin,” she tells insight. The more she shares about her me during our interview last week. “Addic- personal experiences, the more relatable it tion is addiction is addiction; something you seems to be with audiences. “Obviously, I can’t stop doing is addiction.” didn’t invent this idea, but humor is a great

about current events. Poundstone is well-read and versed in the show’s content since becoming a regular panelist in the late ‘90s. Yet, she admits to being competitive in her research endeavors, even if it doesn’t always pan out in her favor.

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Poundstone has written and spoken at length about this relatively new national issue, particularly among young (and still developing) minds. She sees it everywhere she goes: in airports where whole families are sitting together yet apart on their individual screens, or even with folks driving and texting, and especially with her own teenage son’s video-game dependency.

“The first time I ever won (which was a number of years ago), Roy Blunt went on with me and I’m fairly certain he threw the match,” she notes. “It’s the Southern gentleman in him.”

way of getting people’s attention and dealing with problems,” Poundstone says. “So I continue to try.”

Poundstone’s been known for her off-thecuff wit and audience engagement for more than three decades. She describes her act as “a night of healing laughter,” which includes a hodgepodge of anecdotal topics, spanning everything from pets to the bot“It’s not one individual,” Poundstone con- tomless well of national and international tinues. “It’s just no question that it’s inter- news. Occasionally, her act organically rupting: a) the development of the brain; and adapts from stage to stage or state to state,

HEALING LAUGHTER: Paula Poundstone heads to the Port City this Friday for her comedy tour.

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after interacting with audience members.

“Any place I go there’s really people from all over [who are] there,” she says. “If there’s 10 people that night that are [originally] from that place in North Carolina then I’ll eat a cat. We’re all exposed to the same media, so we’re really not as unique as we might think we are.”

After 36 years in comedy, Poundstone is still most happy just talking to the audience during her show. She likes the time-honored “What do you do for a living?” method, or other rounds of questioning. “In that way [the show] is, sort of, custom built,” she observes.

Poundstone’s comedy has been recognized throughout her career but also has broken a few glass ceilings, especially in the early ‘80s. She earned a spot on Comedy Central’s top-100 list of greatest standups of all time and was voted into the Comedy Hall of Fame. As well she’s a frequent panelist on NPR’s news quiz show, “Wait Wait ... Don’t Tell Me.” Each week three guest panelists compete for points by answering questions

2016 has been quite the year for Poundstone: She released her first double-live CD, “North By Northwest,” in June 2016. She also wrote her second hardcover book, which will debut in May 2017. An accomplished writer and avid reader, Poundstone has been a national spokesperson of United for Libraries for the American Library Association since 2006. The grassroots organization raises funds across the nation for local community libraries and the young readers they often serve. And youth, as Poundstone has discovered, provides hope for a brighter future.

“As you get older your perspective on things change,” she says. “I used to do a bit in my act—many years ago—where I couldn’t stand babies on an airplane. I used to say they should have ‘babies’ and ‘nobabies flights’ and that I would stay around an additional day to just get on a no-babies flight. My perspective on that has changed entirely—I love babies, I’m never unhappy to have a baby on a flight. . . . It just feels like you are looking at possibility when you’re looking at a baby, all the things that baby might do and be.”

Paula Poundstone’s 2016 tour will soon bring her to CFCC’s Wilson Center on Friday, Oct. 7.

DETAILS:

Paula Poundstone

Friday, Oct. 7, 8 p.m.

CFCC Wilson Center • 703 N. Third St. Tickets: $28 - $50 www.cfcc.edu/capefearstage

ARTS>>THEATRE

A WINK AND NOD TO THE ‘80S:

‘Rock of Ages’ produces big numbers, big laughs

reminds the audience not to take everything unfolding onstage so seriously. And his pipes—as heard in the opening, “Just hat’s the best show Thalian As- Like Paradise/Nothing But a Good Time”— sociation has produced in years,” captivate from the get-go. my theatre companion exTy Myatt is a newer face to the Wilmingclaimed, with a wide smile that formed into ton theatre scene. Though he impressed in giddy laughter as we left “Rock of Ages,” the ‘80s arena-rock musical now showing Thalian’s “The Addams Family” production last fall, he’s returning in one a main role at Thalian Hall. this time around as Drew. Myatt really has “Ya know, I wasn’t sure how it was going turned up the volume in his craft, specificalto go at first,” her significant other respond- ly his vocal pitch in songs like Foreigner’s ed. “But it really became something entirely “I Want To Know What Love Is” and Damn different and enjoyable as it moved along.” Yankees’ “High Enough.” They certainly He was right. Once the cast of “Rock of stretch into window-shattering heights withAges” settled into their roles toward the end out breaking or shaking. He does it with of Act I, and the audience grasped the show such ease, it seems the ‘90s-born lad was as a parody on the culture of hair-metal meant to sing everything wild and shrieking bands and over-the-top ‘80s paradigms, it from the era. became everything it was meant to be: pure The German moguls, Hertz (James Bowlfun—clichés and stereotypes be damned. ing) and Franz (Zeb Mimms), practically Many may recognize “Rock of Ages” from steal every scene in “Rock of Ages.” With the 2012 film starring Julianne Hough, Rus- their bright colored suits and brighter whitesell Brand, Alec Baldwin, and Tom Cruise. yellow hair, I endearingly coined them “neon Based on the 2005 musical by Chris Muppets.” They manage to always get lippy D’Arienzo, the stage show ran for 2,328 from the sidelines, yet somehow stay adorperformances before closing on Broadway able enough to hug, despite their nefarious in January 18, 2015. Needless to say, it’s a plans to turn Sunset Strip into a homogenized strip mall. Mims completely wins the premiere for Wilmington audiences. musical highlight of the night with his amazThe plot is simple and, quite frankly, mat- ing take on Pat Benatar’s “Hit Me With Your ters very little in the scope of things: Small- Best Shot” in Act II. Laughter not only erupttown girl Sherrie (Meagan Golden) moves ed from the audience, it stayed with them to L.A. with dreams to become an actress. after the show, as whispers permeated the After meeting a few seedy rockers—Dennis theatre about its light-hearted impact.

(Mark Deese), Lonny (Tony DeLongo) and Richard Rosario as a Brett Michaels/SteDrew (Ty Myatt)—who help run the famed Bourbon Room on Sunset Strip, she lands ven Tyler mashup known as “Stacee Jaxx” a job that introduces her to the underbelly revels in the rock ridicule known from ‘80s of the City of Angels and the rock world. hair bands—tongue wags, side splits and And it’s far from the upright morals from her salacious affairs included. Rosario officially Kansas hometown. When two German re- is the go-to actor in town for any rock role (he al-estate moguls fly in to raze the Bourbon last played the lead, Johnny, in “American Room, the entire cast becomes a part of Idiot”), thanks to his handsome looks and the fight to save the music and, essentially, bad-boy swagger. It completely works to his advantage here. But what I liked most about their dreams. his iteration of this well-known character is Narrating the show and constantly break- how goofy he tends to play it. It’s perfect. ing the fourth wall by flirting with or heckling audience members is Tony DeLongo as Lonny. DeLongo acts as the maestro guiding the music—err, in this case, the action—foreshadowing events and being a stream of consciousness, in a sense, to the larger story arc between actors. DeLongo nails the humor the show thrives on better than most. With his approach to the role as a cross between Tenacious D and Meatloaf, he’s an ever-entertaining presence, from body language to raucous quips. He

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Some of the fluff gets lost in the seriousness often portrayed by Golden’s Sherrie.

Though she nails small-town innocence— even if it means turning one of my favorite ‘80s songs, “Sister Christian,” into a vanilla aberration—she needs more vamp and charm in songs like Joan Jett’s “I Hate Myself for Loving You.”

time, it totally works.

D’Arienzo’s dialogue in the show is atrocious, so no one should go in expecting to be bowled over by insight. In fact, his script really is only a loose thread to highlight music from the ‘80s and string together their many silly messages. He utilizes “Rock of Ages” to mock everything about the “me me me era,” from acid wash jeans to Bartles and Jaymes wine coolers. Most of the

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Amanda Hunter’s band nails the music, with Jared Cline shredding a few screeching guitar solos worthy of encores. With director Anthony Lawson blocking some fun ensemble choreography (the choir singing “Heaven” in Act I definitely stands out) and filling up a set with ‘80s regalia—“The Legend of Billie Jean” poster included—it’s far from a quiet riot! In fact, it does get wild, wild wild!

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WALKING THE LINE:

CINEMATIQUE

Director Antoine Fugua delivers in ‘The Magnificent Seven’

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BY: ANGHUS

n this chum bucket of nostalgia we’re all cinematically swimming in, the idea of something original making its way to the screen feels about as likely as a rose growing through the concrete (miss you, Pac). Like the main characters in the remake of the classic Western “The Magnificent Seven,” most weekends at the movie theater feel like an attempt at dodging bullets. It’s getting to a point where people have to pick their poison between the reboot, the remake or the lazily staged adaptation. This week I decided to go with “The Magnificent Seven,” a remake of a famous 1960 Western which was also a remake of Akira Kurosawa’s “Seven Samurai” from 1954.

I love a good Western, and “The Magnificent Seven” might be the most perfect example of a “good” film. It’s an entertaining Western with a great cast, awesome action and all the elements that made the original so much fun.

It’s the late 1800s and the Wild West is a wasteland of hope, populated by killers, criminals and land barons who are looking to make a profit on the backs of hard-working simple folk. Chisolm (Denzel Washington) is a warrant officer looking to scrape the scum from the dusty bottom of the barrel and make the frontier a safer place. After being approached by a determined widow (Haley Bennett) to help her save her town from a thieving, cigarillo-chewing, mustache-twirling menace (Peter Sarsgaard), Chisolm assembles a crew of misfits and ne’er-do-wells to take care of business.

This leads to the assembly of a wonderful ensemble of stereotypes, both of the Western and action-film variety. There’s Vasquez (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), the sneering, surly Mexican killing machine; Big Jack Horne (Vincent D’Onofrio), a mountainman with an epic sense of righteousness; and Josh Faraday (Chris Pratt), the charming gambler, who’s as disarming with a smile as he is with a six-shooter. Billy Rocks (Lee Byung-hun) prefers to use knives and daggers to take down any man who looks at him funny. And who could forget Goodnight Robicheaux (Ethan Hawke)—who once shot a man just for snoring? Along with Red Harvest (Martin Sensmeier), a member of the Comanche Tribe, these would-be he-

Oct. 5 (4 p.m. also on Oct. 5): From director Ron Howard, “The Beatles: Eight Days A Week” is a joyous and eye-opening portrait of the early days of the world’s most beloved band. Featuring rare performances, interviews, and stories of The Beatles from 1963 to 1966, it examines the impact of those years on each of The Beatles, their relationships and the effect it had on their musical evolution, as well as the colossal boost the tours gave to their lifestyle and fame. (Not Rated, 137 minutes)

A WILD WEST: ‘Magnificent Seven’ is a welldone Western and piece of nostalgia. Courtesy photo by MGM and Columbia Studios.

roes head to the sleepy tumbleweed-filled town of Rose Springs to help the people fight back.

Director Antoine Fuqua (“Training Day”) injects a lot of fun and energy into this remake. Westerns are one of the genres I think can greatly benefit from modern filmmaking techniques—specifically the action sequences. There’s a sense of scope and kinetic energy untapped, even if the basic framework is the same. Fuqua and his talented cast manage to make a movie that very much feels like its own iteration.

The cast contributes greatly to the success of the film. They are very likable and given free rein to chew scenery as needed.

Denzel is the Shaft of the film world: The man delivers 10 times out of 10. Chris Pratt continues to prove a powerful personality that blends humor and heart, and carries on a leading-man persona that is making him this generation’s Harrison Ford. I was a little puzzled by Haley Bennett in the female role, who seemingly spent the entire movie making serious faces and trying her damndest not to look like the dime-store version of Jennifer Lawrence ... which she totally did.

I wish more summer blockbusters aspired to be “Magnificent Seven”: reverential to the source material but unafraid to put its own spin on the property. So many remakes struggle to find that line between sticking too close to the inspiring story and deviating far enough to make the entire

proposition interesting enough to warrant its existence. The truth is that simple line murdered so many movies this year, like a piece of garrote wrapped tightly around the throat.

“The Magnificent Seven” is a fun, frivolous Western with an exceptional cast and deftly directed. It’s a shame we don’t get more movies like this. Credit has to be given to Fuqua for not being overwhelmed by reverence to the original.

DETAILS:

The Magnificent Seven ★ ★ ★★ ★

Rated PG-13 Directed by Antoine Fuqua Starring Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke, Haley Bennett

Oct. 17-19 (4 p.m. also on Oct. 19): Based on true events, “The Innocents” presents a lesser seen side of war. In this story of a young French Red Cross doctor, who finds herself responsible for the health of seven pregnant Polish nuns in the aftermath of WWII, Mathilde enters the sisters’ fiercely private world, dictated by the rituals of their order and the strict Rev. Mother. Fearing the shame of exposure, the hostility of the new anti-Catholic Communist government, and facing an unprecedented crisis of faith, the nuns increasingly turn to Mathilde as their belief and traditions clash with harsh realities.

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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 awardwinning 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 ■ 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

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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: Tues-Sat: 11am – 3 pm; Wed-Thurs: 5 – 9pm; Sun. Brunch: 10am – 3pm ■ 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.-Thurs.11am9pm, Fri.-Sat., 11am-10pm. Lunch menu served ‘til 4pm.

■ 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 113. 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 11:3010:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington Kids menu available

ETERNAL SUNSHINE CAFÉ

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

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: MondayWednesday 7-2, Thursday-Friday 6:30-2, Saturday 7-2, Sunday 8-2 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.eternalsunshinecafe.com

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: Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m.10 p.m.; Sun.-Wed..: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Sunset Park, Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, full bar,freejazz and wine tastings on Thursdays ■ WEBSITE: www.thefelixcafeonline.com

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.

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■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

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

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HOPS SUPPLY CO.

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

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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

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 fourcourse meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

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

PINE VALLEY MARKET Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch inhouse, 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 hec-

tic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

THE PUB

A true public house. A gathering place. In house fresh ground burgers made with short rib, brisket and chuck on Sweet n Savory’s, made from scratch, bread along with 40 other sandwiches and meals under $12. 32 beers on tap, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere where you can hang out with friends and enjoy live music, your favorite NFL game or the BEST burger you’ll ever eat! 2012 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 679-8101, Hours: 11am-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Causeway ■ WEBSITE: www.sweetnsavory.pub

SPICOLI

“In crust we trust.” Spicoli specializes in classic NY style pizza with a totally unconventional (AND DELICIOUS) sourdough crust. We also feature one-of-a-kind burger creations, Jumbo wings complete with our perfect, house-made blue cheese or ranch. Or enjoy any of our unique vegan or glutenfree options. But Spicoli is not just amazing food.

We keep it awesome with a killer juke box, classic arcade games, and great deals on everything at our full bar. Share some brews over PacMan or enjoy the area’s only 20in pie on our outdoor patio. Just make sure you are having fun. Don’t worry!! If you can’t come see us, we also have the largest delivery radius in town!! 1978 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-0339.

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■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach

SWEET ‘N’ SAVORY CAFÉ

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

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

THE TROLLY STOP

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

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

■ 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

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

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

combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

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

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

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

KABUKI KOREAN CAFÉ AND SUSHI

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri, 11am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun, noon-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Oleander Drive.

■ FEATURING: ILM’s only authentic Korean restaurant!

■ WEBSITE: www.kabukikoreancafe.com

OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE

BRUNCH ON THE BEACH Indoor and Outdoor Seating Oceanfront Carolina Beach

Serving 11 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays $5 Mimosa $5 Bloody Mary $5 Michelada

We have reinvented “Hibachi Cuisine”. Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse in Wilmington, NC is like no other. Our highly skilled chefs will not only cook an incredible dinner, but they will entertain you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. At Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse, we are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure that we serve only the finest food products. We believe that good healthy food aids the vital functions for well-being, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of Steak, Seafood, and Chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill,” to the taste bud tingling Japanese Sushi, Hand Rolls, Sashimi, Tempura dishes and Japanese Noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Check out our all you can eat sushi menu and daily specials at www.okamisteakhouse.com!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday - Thursday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 10pm; Friday 11am - 2:30pm / 4pm - 11pm; Saturday 11am - 11pm; Sunday 11am - 9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com

SZECHUAN 132

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Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious

menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

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

THAI SPICE

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue.-Th.: 11:30 a.m.

– 9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat.: 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sun.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

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

YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE 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 neverdisappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

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

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

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

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

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

DINNER THEATRE THEATRENOW TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events.

Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street (910) 399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary.

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

IRISH HALLIGAN’S PUBLIC HOUSE

“Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous drinks lift the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” number one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll understand why. Of course, we also serve a

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

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

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

THE HARP

Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.harpwilmington.com

ITALIAN A TASTE OF ITALY

Looking for authentic Italian cuisine in the Port City?

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

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

ANTONIO’S

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

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

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

MAMMA BELLA PIZZERIA

Mamma Bella’s is Wilmington’s latest pie palace, offering fresh and unique pizzas, strombolis, sandwiches, salads, wings, and more. Diners can enjoy eating in their quaint dining space or have Mamma deliver to their doorstep ($10 minimum, three-mile radius). Nothing is frozen, and everything is made with top-notch ingredients, from the house meatballs to the pesto, salad dressings to marinara sauce, and beyond! Mamma bakes bread fresh several times daily and helps produce the most scrumptious cinnamon and/or pizza knots. In fact, through Feb. 29, either flavor of knots are free with the purchase of any large pie; or customers can get 12 free wings when ordering two large 2 topping pizzas (dine-in or delivery; offers cannot be combined). With a knowledgeable staff providing excellent customer service—all of whom “respect the pie”—every order is cared for from placing it to picking it up. 3926 Market St. 910399-6723.

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

SLICE OF LIFE

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water.

Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 2562229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30

a.m.-3 a.m., 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

LATIN AMERICAN SAN JUAN CAFÉ

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

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

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

MEXICAN EL CERRO GRANDE

In January, El Cerro Grande will celebrate 25 years serving authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine to the greater Wilmington area. With an ever-evolving menu, they have introduced eight new exclusive soft tacos as part of Taco Fiesta! They churn out mouth-watering enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, chef specialties, and more, in a colorfully inviting dining room marked by a friendly staff and attention to detail. Check out El Cerro’s daily drink and food specials at their three different locations, including $3.50 margaritas on Tuesdays off Military Road, on Wednesdays at 341 S. College Road, and on Thursdays at 5120 S. College Road. Mondays feature fajita dinners for 10.99 at all locations, and they even have karaoke every Wednesday at 341 S. College Rd, starting at 6 p.m. Serving lunch and dinner daily.

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

■ LOCATIONS: 341 S. College Rd., 910-7930035; 5120 S. College Rd., 910-790-8727; 1051 Military Cutoff Rd., 910-679-4209 ■ WEBSITE: www.elcerrogranderestaurant.com

SAN FELIPE MEXICAN RESTAURANT

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

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

ORGANIC LOVEY’S NATURAL FOODS & CAFÉ

Lovey’s Natural Foods & Café is a true blessing for shoppers looking for organic and natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a veggie burger, hamburger or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large 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 vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries organic grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. wheat-free and gluten-free products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries.

Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop

by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 5090331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive freshly prepared foods options in the city!

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

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

SEAFOOD CATCH

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer.

We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon.

Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Handcrafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-7993847.

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

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

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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 the 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 11am9pm, 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. (910-4587380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-8338622). 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

DIG AND DIVE

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

“A new way to play with your food.” It isn’t just a catch phrase—it is what we do at Dig & Dive. Locally sourced, high-quality food is what we bring to the table. From our specialty “pork wings,” tossed in our famed bourbon-barrell Kentuckyaki sauce, to our fresh ground chuck burgers, to our dogs and sausages, and even salads and kids menu, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We pair it with an expansive craft beer selection—including a large selection of NC brewed beers—and we give you the most unique and fun atmosphere in Wilmington, thanks to our soft-sand volleyball courts, outdoor and indoor dining. Hands down, we’re the best place in town to ... Eat. Drink. Play. 3525 Lancelot Lane. 910-202-9350.

■ SERVING LUNCH & Dinner: Sun.-Thurs., 11ammidnight; Fri.-Sat., 11am-2am.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Market Street and Darlington ■ FEATURING: Burgers, dogs, build-your-own French fries, sandwiches, craft beer, volleyball courts.

■ WEBSITE: www.DigandDive.com

RX RESTAURANT & BAR

HELL’S KITCHEN

CASEY’S BUFFET

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

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

PEMBROKE’S

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

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

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

Sunday brunch, 10am-3pm.

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

SPORTS BAR 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.

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sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road. (910) 791.9393.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

Downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub shows every major sporting package on 10 HDTVs—and a huge HD projection screen! There is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style Reuben, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, pool, and did we mention sports? Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. (910) 763-4133.

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

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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Friday, Oct. 21 7:30 p.m. Kenan Auditorium

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GRUB & GUZZLE>>FEATURE

HIP, SOUTHERN DECADENCE: Cast Iron Kitchen whips up eclectic, satisfying breakfast and lunch fare

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BY: ROSA BIANCA

y the time I reached Porter’s Neck I was certain I was in another state. Needless to say, I don’t meander outside of my Front Street comfort zone often—especially when it comes to dining out. And I know I’m not the only one. We’re all creatures of habit based off of wherever we’ve nestled ourselves within Wilmington. Let me make one thing clear: One bite of Cast Iron Kitchen’s progressive down-home cuisine will send downtown dive-bar lovers, midtown modern families and Wrightsville Beach bums away from their complacent ways and over to 8024 Market St. Despite this gem being located far north in Wilmington, tasteful buzz has been spreading like wildfire through the Port City. Once known for his tasty creations at Sweet n Savory before moving on to a brief stint on the Funky Fresh Food Truck, chef Josh Petty opened his own locally-inspired, country storethemed restaurant in the spring. Cast Iron’s atmosphere is hip, rustic and run by friendly flannel-clad hipsters. Don’t worry, that’s a good thing.

I heard the restaurant’s weekend waits (especially before the tourists packed up and went home) were fairly lengthy, though incredibly worth it. Thanks to Cast Iron being more than a one-stop Saturday or Sunday shop, I was able to pop in mid-week to scope out their offerings (currently, they’re only open for breakfast and lunch with dinner hours perhaps coming soon).

Off to a good start, CIK!

The tomatoes arrived with a heaping bowl of homemade ranch (the fastest way to my heart besides beer and hot dogs). The golden breading was wildly crispy and hugged the tomatoes nice and tight. After two, I realized I consumed far more breading than tomato. Fuller rounds would have done the trick, but the crunch and flavor were on point. The ranch—thick, creamy, and swimming with fresh herbs—was addictive. Seeing as the rest of the menu was so creative, I was expecting one more flavor profile here (maybe something pickled). All in all, though, the Southern staple was cooked properly and disappeared fast.

More fried things, please, CIK! Chef Petty clearly knows his way around all ingredients. In case diners weren’t convinced, his bacon-fig jam will make them firm believers. This seedy concoction came alongside a plate of epic chicken and waffles. CIK prides themselves on producing “simply Southern” food, but this masterpiece was anything but simple. The components: crackly Southern-fried chicken, crispy waffle triangles, honey-bourbon syrup, housemade granola, and yes, oh, yes— fig-bacon jam! The salty chicken expertly balanced the flavor bomb of sweetness from the remaining ingredients. Anyone who doesn’t dig bourbon (well, first of all, get out) can opt for maple syrup.

The boozy treat was boozy indeed. A few taps of hot sauce mellowed out all of the sugary notes, but those who have a sweet tooth will lose their minds over this one.

For something leaning a bit more toward the savory end of the spectrum, the “Dirty South Biscuit” with bacon, a runny egg, cheese, and sausage gravy will cure all that ails from last night.

My kind server proceeded to steer me toward the shrimp and grits, as she said most people claim it’s the best they’ve ever had. That’s a damn fine accolade in

herby aioli. The side of macaroni salad was a solid substitution for fries or a typical side salad. Despite being mayobased, the pasta’s dressing was light with fresh herbs, and vibrant, crunchy a town where sweet tea rules all. CIK’s veggies gave it a bright flavor. shrimp and grits (whose half-size portion The one trait I found contingent with could have fed three of me) was a hearty mixture of luxuriously smooth grits, every item I sampled from CIK: big, bold, smoked sausage, bacon, mushrooms, soul-soothing flavors flourished in every and a duo of sauces: tomato cream and bite. While there are a small handful of red-eye gravy. The shrimp were swim- lighter selections, no one is coming here ming in the decadent mixture of spices, with the intention of ordering a salad. My sauces and gloriously gooey grits. Every suggestion: Fall headfirst into the figbite was hearty, smoky and melted in my bacon jam and don’t look back. mouth. Traditionalists may find the dish overwhelming, but the decadent spin on a classic enticed me to keep grabbing the spoon.

REDEFINED SOUTHERN STAPLES: Cast Iron Kitchen’s chicken and waffles is a masterpiece of the Southern staple with bacon-fig jam. Photo by Tom Dorgan.

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Brunch does include lunch, after all, so I was eager to get my hands around a sandwich. CIK has variety—everything from a top-notch burger to housemade pulled pork to a country garden sandwich on whole grain, loaded with clever veg fillings, like roasted cauliflower and pimiento cheese. Their shrimp salad melt had my name all over it. Loaded on swirly griddled rye bread, the masterpiece was piled with melted Muenster cheese, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and

Cast Iron Kitchen

8024 Market St. (910) 821-8461 Tuesday - Sunday, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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A few weeks back, a friend text me a photo of Cast Iron’s deep-fried cheese grit bites, served with sweet onion aioli. It was accompanied that rhymed with, “Holy Shmorgasm!” Imagine my disappointment when the first thing I heard upon settling in at the bar was “86 the grit bites!” But, wait, there’s more. I also overheard the chef say he “didn’t like the way they were coming out.” Although bummed, I was incredibly impressed the chef holds his food to such high standards. It seemed to be a slower day, so the kitchen easily could have gotten away with putting out sub-par fare, but the chef preferred to take the item off the menu altogether rather than serving something he wasn’t completely proud of.

Still, I was in the mood for fried things, so I took my server’s suggestion of the fried green tomatoes. I sipped on a delightfully pulpy glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice and a not-so-hot (literally and figuratively) mug of coffee while I waited. I’d call the Joe pretty standard diner fare, but with the food being so far above average, it was easy to forgive.

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EXTRA>>NONPROFIT FEATURE

VINTAGE GLITZ AND GLAM: Deco Ball raises money for Animal Avengers of NC always need volunteers, even if they can’t foster or adopt.”

BY: SYDNEY WILLIAMS

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n Thursday, Oct. 13, at Wrightsville Manor (1952 Allens Ln.), Jess James, owner of Style Girl Vintage—a shop which James announced last week would relocate to Castle Street’s Antiques and Arts District—is hosting a 6th annual event, once known as Gatsby Gala.

This year she has tagged it “The Deco Ball,” and it will include craft cocktails, live performances, hors d’oeuvre, and proceeds raised benefit Animal Avengers of NC. The nonprofit is volunteer run and helps find forever homes for rescue dogs. Founded in November 2014, Animal Avengers has saved and rehomed over 600 pups.

“We are a no-walls rescue which means all of our rescues are cared for in foster homes throughout Wilmington,” says one of their volunteers. “We constantly have new rescues coming in and

All proceeds from the night’s silent auction will benefit Animal Avengers of NC. “We are planning on giving 10 percent of the ticket sales to the nonprofit, too,” James tells.

James is well-known for hosting 1920’sinspired Gatsby-esque events. She has been throwing parties in honor of the era since 2010. This year she wanted to change things up and broaden it to incorporate the 30s.

“Making it a deco ball opens the window up a little bit,” James explains. “This is definitely my favorite era—the whole art deco era as far as design and fashion and sort of celebrating that period of time [is] just really elegant.”

The event will feature bites provided

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The actual event takes place from 7 p.m.

- 10 p.m., again featuring entertainment from the burlesque dancer and Nnenne Terzian and her band. James expects attendees to come dressed to the nines and husband Joel Finsel, who runs Astral Craft have fun with their outfits—to find a deco Cocktails. Live entertainment will be pro- flare that most clearly speaks to them. vided by Ryan Mulder Jazz Band, jazz “[Consider] a favorite TV show or a singer Nnenne Terzian and a group of book from that era—a certain character dancers from the Cape Fear Swing Club. to inspire your look, [like] Lady Mary from James will utilize A Ribbon Runs Through It ‘Downton Abbey,’ or Daisy from ‘The Great

by Legare Simpson to craft a backdrop for Gatsby,’ or if you’re that guy who loves folks to have their pictures made in front of ‘Peaky Blinders,’ you could come dressed

by Bella Rose Photography. as Tommy.”

“There is going to be a huge crescent Overall, the event is formal. James recmoon created all out of lights and feath- ommends black tie attire with garments or ers,” James explains. “It’s going to be su- accessories that reflect the era. Toward per dreamy and magical.” the end of the evening, one man and one The event will include a VIP cocktail hour woman will be chosen as the winners of on the lawn of Wrightsville Manor. “People the best dressed contest. that are coming to that will get a little taste At the end of the ball, the party will conof the Gatsby Lawn Party from last year,” tinue at nearby Grand Cru Food and Wine, James says, “because that’s the only time which opened in Lumina Station in the old of the party that will be in the daylight.” Dirty Martini location. VIP tickets are $100; Only 40 slots are available for VIP, with $60 for general admission. tickets including a plated dinner by Eaton at Home, and private entertainment from Nnenne as well as a burlesque dancer, plus cocktails.

The Deco Ball “In the secluded part of the garden, there Thursday, Oct. 13 is a really big tree with all this Spanish VIP: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. moss,” James describes. “We are going to GA: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. set up a really long table, so everyone can Wrighstville Manor sit together. It will be dressed in beautiful 1952 Allens Lane (behind Lumina Station) Tickets: $60-$100 linens, crochet, lace and silk.” www.stylegirljessjames.com BACK IN TIME: Folks will be able to don their most dapper looks from the ‘20s and ‘30s at Jess James’ annual Deco Ball, held Thurs., Oct. 13. Photo by Bella Rose Photography

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EXTRA>>BOOK REVIEWS

CARPE LIBRUM: Exploring works by NC’s Kay Hooper BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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

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

The Wizard of Seattle Bantam Books, 1993

By Kay Hooper Once a Thief Bantam Books, 2002

By Kay Hooper

“What is your favorite book?” is a question people ask often. It’s not unreasonable; I own a bookstore, I write, and I write about books a lot. Given the rising profile of North Carolina’s literary community— Wilmington, specifically—I think people expect me to say something terribly hip or pretentious, or name what’s currently on the NY Times Bestseller list—or, maybe,

something obscurely literary. But the truth of the matter is, I think it is a lot harder to write interesting genre fiction than many people realize. Frankly, for me, the proof is in the pudding: Writers have to sell their work. That is the test for success.

In the last year I discovered Kay Hooper of Rutherford County, NC, and she fascinates me. She moved to North Carolina when her father was stationed here by the Air Force. She is very proud (and frequently mentions it in her promotional literature) that she graduated from Isothermal Community College. She sold her first book in 1980—a regency romance titled “Lady Thief.” Sixty books and countless New York Times Bestseller hits later, she is still working and writing in North Carolina.

Kay Hooper writes in several genres: mystery suspense, romance, paranormal, etc. Out of curiosity, I picked up “Once a Thief” and “The Wizard of Seattle” to get a sense of her work. The first is a mystery/ suspense novel about a jewel thief; the second is a modern paranormal romance.

“Once a Thief” follows the trap laid to catch a notorious jewel thief known as Quinn. The set up is standard: The most desirable collection of jewels in the world, which are rare exhibited, are put on display to lure the world’s most famous, elusive and unstoppable jewel thief, Quinn.

There are, of course, complications; another group of thieves are on the prowl making life difficult not only for museum staff across San Francisco but for Quinn, who keeps finding his work infringed upon. Additional complications arise with the museum director is tasked with displaying the collection. She is brilliant,

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beautiful, stubborn, and resourceful. Pitted against an adversary who is her equal in intelligence and resilience, sparks must fly when they find themselves captured together for a night.

Hooper is gifted at characterization and plotting. She builds characters that are so deep, flawed and believable that when she puts them in ever-increasing hot water, their reactions are completely believable.

But readers shouldn’t make the mistake of thinking this is monostream story—the web of characters spread across San Francisco with surprising twists and turns, subplots, double crossings, and an ending that knocked my socks off.

“The Wizard of Seattle,” though billed as a paranormal romance, employs the same craft and technique. Tracing a story that starts eons ago and comes to the fore in modern-day Seattle, two wizards share hearth and home. In this world their relationship and choices violate many taboos, which serve to draw them closer and (in the way peculiar to humans) even a wedge forcing them apart.

Everything about the setup should seem so hokey, except Hooper creates characters so vibrant with life that I couldn’t help but empathize with them. They are filled with foibles and failings in spite of having best intentions. Their world is so palpable and real that the magical elements are but trappings of storytelling and not the essential nature of the situation. I was stressed

out and worried about these people 40 pages into the book. Who among us has not risked destroying everything they love to believe the actions would save what we might destroy? That Gordian knot is the crux of the human romantic-relationship struggle. Hooper makes the inner worlds of her characters plainly manifest into their actions in ways that, though they involve supernatural elements, are recognizable as our own pitfalls.

Though “genre” writing tends to get looked down upon by our literary elite, many classics began life as such. Dickens’ work appeared serialized in popular newspapers; Jane Austen, George Elliot and the Brontës all wrote what would now be considered variations on the romance novel. But their books continue to capture the human imagination and express part of the human experience that is accessible, I think, mainly because of the form the story takes. We need to recognize ourselves on the page because that is how we find context for our own experiences.

Hooper’s mastery of craft and strength at continually deploying her skills for characterization and plotting are mesmerizing. That she has grasped a larger concept of story and can apply it across genres to continue to reach readers over again is a real testimony to her strength and skill. Just as important is finding our own needs and experiences reflected upon the page.

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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON

TO-DO CALENDAR events PHOBIA HAUNTED TRAIL

Haunted House attraction, 3907 Shipyard Blvd., closes Oct. 31. Live actor event, feat. scenes that are frightening and disturbing. No one under 13 admitted; less Scary version during the daytime for kids 5-12. This year’s attraction will have our guests search for renowned Phychiatrist Dr. Luke Von Witz who is assumed to be conducting unlawful experiments on his former patients. Proceed with caution or you just may end up one of the subjects of his experiments! Cardinal Lanes,

3907 Shipyard Blvd. Admission: $16.

FEAST OF THE PIRATES

Oct. 7, 7pm: Pirate Parrrty (21+), $30/person to $50/per two. Costume contest, DJ and dancing, Raffle, catered dinner, cash bar. Wilmington Harbor Enhancement Trust, (910) 777-2888 or whetsecretary@gmail.com. http://FeastOfThePirates. com or http://WilmingtonDocks.com. Coastline Conference and Event Center, 501 Nutt St.

FIRE IN THE PINES

Oct. 8, 10am: Festival will feature live animals including a raptor show, fire equipment including a helicopter, local environmental organization

and agency displays, kid’s crafts and face painting, children’s scavenger hunt, hayrides, food trucks, live music, and, if the weather allows, an actual controlled burn. You may even catch a glimpse of Smokey Bear or many of the other animals that live in our North Carolina forests. www. facebook.com/pages/Fire-in-the-Pines-Festival/305204719532234. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St. AVIATION DAY

Oct. 8, 9am-2pm: Free family-friendly event. View planes, helicopters, fire trucks, motorcycles & cars! Special appearances by the EOD Robot &

K9 unit. Aquarium touch tanks, face painting, obstacle course, car seat checks, balloon animals, clowns, & food trucks! Backpacks and coolers are prohibited. View a variety of planes and helicopters such as the: Sable helicopter, AirLink medical helicopter, NC Forestry aircraft, and private aircraft. Event will include a fire safety obstacle course, interactive exhibits by the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, and a car seat safety check. Also, Jones Racing Company is hosting a 1mile fun run and 5k runway run; offering a unique opportunity to race on the runway! The races will occur at 8:30am and 9am respectively. Runners can learn more and register at: http://jonesracingcompany. com/ilm-airport-5k. Wilmington International Airport, 1740 Airport Blvd.

SEAFOOD, BLUES AND JAZZ FESTIVAL

23rd Annual Pleasure Island Seafood Blues & Jazz Festival will take place at the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area on Oct. 8-9. Headlining on Saturday will be the phenomenal Jonny Lang, an American blues, gospel, and rock singer, songwriter, guitarist and recording artist. Grammy Award winner for 2007’s “Turn Around.” Headlining Sunday: Samantha Fish out of Kansas City with her staggering vocal emotions and aching guitar riffs. Kidzone, vendors, food, wine and beer. No coolers or pets, but bring your chairs, towels and blankets for a weekend of music and seafood on the coast. (910) 458-8434, www.pleasureislandnc.org: $25-$60. 1000 Loggerhead Rd.

charity/fundraisers NC FOOSBALL COMPETITION

Oct. 7-9, 6pm: 2016 NC State Foosball Championships, to be held at Break Time Billiards Sports Bar and Grill located at 127 South College Road Wilmington, NC. Proceeds from the tournament will go to benefit the Brigade Boys & Girls Club, which has been in the forefront of youth development in the Wilmington area for 120 years, working with youth from disadvantaged economic, social and family circumstances. This is our 11th year supporting the Brigade Boys & Girls Club. www. bonziniusa.com or call our office at 336-325-3183.

Break Time Billiards Sports Bar and Grille, 127 S. College Rd.

NAMI WALK FOR AWARENESS

Oct. 8, 9am: NAMI Wilmington for our 14th annual walk for awareness! Bouncy house, raffles, silent auction and more! Register: www.Namiwilmington.org. $5 for students. Free for the mentally ill. $15 for all others. Everyone receives a Tshirt and bracelet! Hugh McRae Park, 1799 S. College Rd.

NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE

Oct., 8am-1pm: Back by popular demand, the Bellamy Mansion Museum will be hosting a yard sale in our parking lot. All proceeds go to further beautifying our gardens! 15 spaces are open for the public to rent and sell goods, with pricing as follows: $15/space and $5/table. Contact our site manager Bob Lock, (910) 251-3700, ext. 304, block@bellamymansion.org to reserve your space

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Machine Gun (8:45 p.m)

Saturday, Oct. 8 Street fair, featuring Kidz Zone, arts and crafts and food vendors (9:30 a.m.)

Cape Fear Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America Antique Car Show (Market St., 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.) ​BMX Bike show (Corner of Water St. and Princess St.)

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Sun Coast Cruisers’ Classic Car Sho (Market St., 10 a.m.

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today! Payment before the event guarantees a spot. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St. (910) 251-3700 18TH ANNUAL SON RUN 5K

Oct. 8, 8am: Saturday, October 8th is the big day for the 18th Annual Son Run 5k (walk if you prefer!). Two charities benefit: Methodist Home for Children and Congregationsfor Children (C4C).

The race takes participants along the scenic loop course around Wrightsville Beach.. Racers register online https://its-go-time.com/son-run. The Loop at Wrightsville Beach, Seawater Lane

BREAST AND OVARIAN CANCER SURVIVORS

Oct. 13, 6pm: Ki Spa Salon is excited to be hosting it’s 12th Annual Breast and Ovarian Cancer Survivor Spa Night. Feat. complimentary spa services, refreshments, as well as, the opportunity to be included in a drawing to win a gift basket.

(910) 509-0410 to schedule either a manicure, half-hour massage or mini facial. All the staff here at Ki Spa Salon want breast and ovarian cancer survivors to feel beautiful inside and out. This Spa Night is just a small way to express our gratitude for the courageous example they set. 1125 Military Cutoff Road Suite Q.

MANDIE PHILLIPS FISHING TOURNEY

In December of 2014, Mandie died an unfortunate automobile accident. As a tribute to her everlasting memory, Motts Channel Seafood is hosting an annual fishing tournament in her honor. An inshore and offshore tournament, with captain’s meeting, cocktail party, awards dinner, and celebration with live music. Since her education meant a tremendous deal to her, all the donations from this event will be used to create the Amanda Bradley Phillips Memorial Scholarship. Tickets are for evening events. Fishing entry fees are $150

inshore, $300 offshore per boat. Mott’s Channel Seafood, 120 Short St. TAKE BACK THE NIGHT

Oct. 13, 7pm: 27th annual Take Back the Night March and Rally will take place at the New Hanover County Historic Courthouse (corner of Third St. and Princess St.). Sponsored by the Domestic Violence Advocacy Council (DVAC) and Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc. this year’s theme, “Spark Creativity; Illuminate Hope,” will celebrate the healing power of art and performance to transform trauma. Together, we will march through the streets of downtown Wilmington—as survivors, friends, family, and community allies—to raise awareness about domestic violence. As the march concludes, we will gather in the courtyard of the NHC Courthouse for an empowering rally and candlelight vigil. Hosted

by Kim Ratcliff, WECT and Fox Wilmington, feat. keynote speaker Monika Johnson Hostler, executive director of the NC Coaltion Against Sexual Assault. Family-friendly event will also feature the music of Laura McLean, a longtime Take Back the Night Supporter, and other local performers.

(910)343-9969. Free.

music/concerts BASS STATION

Thursdays at The Juggling Gypsy Cafe is a weekly event presented by Bass Cadet Productions and centered around bringing an immersive interactive platform to highlight artists from around the East Coast and beyond. The event spotlights DJs, VJs, flow artists, painters and fire performers each week. This is more than a scene, it’s a movement.

1612 Castle St.

BLACK POLISHED CHROME

Check out the newest way to get to the weekend—Black Polished Chrome! An open mic for poets and lyricists with live upright bass by David Canning accompanying you! Live at Bar Local every Wednesday! All welcome! Musicians, too.

Bellas Bar Local, 19 Market St.

BOOGIE IN THE PARK

Live music at Ocean Front Park on the first and third Sunday through October from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy free, live music by the sea! Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave.

A CAPPELLA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

Through 10/1: Open invitation to all area women: Come sing with Wilmington’s Port City A Cappella Chorus at our open rehearsal / open house. We will introduce you to our director, we will take a few minutes to do a voice placement to determine what part best fits your range. We will place you with others singing the same part as you do.

We sing 4-part a cappella, also known as barbershop harmony—bass, bari, tenor, and lead. We sing without musical accompaniment. Reading music is not required, although we do use sheet music for practice. Many Sweet Adelines learn their music by listening to, and singing along with, learning tapes. Saturday, Nov 19, the chorus and its new members will perform and celebrate together at the Port City A Cappella Festival, at the Community Arts Center, 2nd and Orange, Wilmington at 1 pm. Other area a cappella groups have been invited to participate. An Afterglow, also at the Community Arts Center, will follow the performances. Masonboro Baptist Church, 1501 Beasley Rd. RSVP: www.portcityacappella.com/ contacts-us.html or 910-777-7313.

THE NELONS

The musical ministry of The Nelons was formed after family patriarch Rex Nelon had already enjoyed a spectacular 20-year career as a member of the legendary LeFevres. Throughout this distinguished career hit songs have flowed their way in bunches. The Nelons, who were recently inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, have been singing hit songs, bridging the traditional sounds of Gospel music with contemporary influences, and inspiring listeners of all ages for decades.

The group, who has enjoyed much success as a part of the prestigious Gaither Homecoming Tour and Video Series, continues to cross generational gaps, presenting rich harmonies that have been embraced by audiences from all walks of life.

Pine Valley Church Of God, 3810 Shipyard Blvd.

SINGER SONGWRITER SESSION

Oct. 10, 6pm: Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Carolina Pine Productions are teaming up to bring you the Carolina Pine Songwriter Sessions. Each month we’ll feature a range of original songwriters—up to 12 musicians Food trucks and full bars will be present every month. Come out to support local musicians, in a stunning local venue that supports community talents. Tickets will be $5 in advance at Gravity Records and $10 at the door. The sessions will be held every 2nd Wednesday of the month - excluding December.

Brooklyn Arts Center’s Annex, 516 North 4th St.

THE CAPITOL STEPS

Oct. 12-13, 7:30pm: America’s most astute and hysterical collective of singing political satirists skewer every candidate who’s possibly running for anything anywhere. Now with more recorded albums than the U.S. Constitution has amendments, the nation’s #1 political and celebrity equal opportunity offenders unleash their rapier

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wit for two amazing performances at Thalian Hall.

If news breaks during the Steps’ flight to Wilmington, you can count on hearing a song about it that night. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. JIM FERRIS TRIO

Oct. 13, 6:30pm: Jazz @ CAM feat. Jim Ferris on sax/flute, Kurt Melges on keyboards/piano and Mike McPherson on drums, performing a wide selection of standard and contemporary jazz. The trio has been a fixture on the Raleigh jazz scene since 2008, playing throughout the Triangle and reaching #1 on the Raleigh ReverbNation Jazz Charts in 2015 and 2016, receiving outstanding recognition and accolades from jazz lovers of all types and ages. Purchase seats on CAM’s website: www.cameronartmuseum.org, by phone (910-395-5999) and at CAM’s Visitor Services desk. Presented by the Cameron Art Museum and the Cape Fear Jazz Society. 2nd Thursday concert date. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall, 3201 S. 17th St.

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Port City Playwrights’ Project seeks an actor for “Judson,” the central character in the upcoming Common Place, Uncommon Encounters at the Cape Fear Playhouse. He needs to play mid 60s-early 70s believably and to become part of the play development process. CPUE, penned by six PCPP members, takes place at a rest area off an expressway, where Judson is the custodian.

The show opens in early January and provides a modest stipend. Interested actors should write to Susan Steadman, PCPP executive director, at portcityplaywrightsproject@gmail.com.

THE BIRDS ATTACK!

By Ed Howard, Joe Sears, Jaston Williams, directed by Justin Smith, with Zach Hanner and Cullen Moss, Fri/Sat through 10/8, at TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10 St. Tickets $17-$37 with discounts for students & seniors. “Greater Tuna” is the hilarious send-up of small town morals and mores. Two actors play all 20 of the hilarious citizens of the fictional Tuna— Texas’ third smallest town. Greater Tuna is one of the most produced plays in American theatre history. www.theatrewilmington.com

ROCK OF AGES

Rock of Ages takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair! This Tony Award -nominated Broadway musical features the hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, and others. Shows are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30, Sunday at 3pm, through Oct. 6. Tickets: $30. www.thalianhall.org. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

13-16, 20-23, & 27-20, 8pm, or Sun., 3pm matinees. Big Dawg Productions is pleased to announce the Wilmington premier of the outrageous comedy “The Birds Attack”. This adaptation of the Alfred Hitchcock film “The Birds”, adapted by Jimmy Janowski, made it’s world premier in Buffalo, NY. The play is a scene-by-scene parody of the original film. All of the human characters are played by men, including the iconic roles originally played by Tippy Hedron and Suzanne Pleshette. The “birds” will be played by actors.

Please be advised that the play contains adult language and themes, and is not recommended for audiences under 18. Cape Fear Playhouse,

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Sat. and Sun., Oct. 14-Nov. 12, 6:30pm: Dinner show based on the works of Edgar Allen Poe by Stephen Raeburn, directed by Ron Hasson. Reserved seating, $39 for dinner. $21 show only (no dinner). $17 show only mezzanine seats (no dinner). Based on the Gothic horror works of Edgar Allen Poe, the three acts follow the murderous characters of Edwin du Monte (The Cask of Amontillado) and Henry Porter (Tell Tale Heart) and their final destination in seeing Mr. Jonathan Maillard (System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether) to be cured of their “sickness”. Be prepared for a truly spooky evening topped with a devilishly delicious 3-course Poe-inspired meal from TheatreNOW’s Chef Denise. Not appropriate for children. www. theatrewilmington.com. 19 S. 10th St.

dance CONTRA DANCE

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

comedy OPEN MIC COMEDY

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

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

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

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.

BOTTEGA COMEDY OPEN-MIC

Every Wednesday: half priced wine and complimentary comedy! First timers welcomed! Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 122 Princess St.

DEAD CROW

10/7, 9:30pm; 10/8, 7pm/9:30pm: Bill Dwyer has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn, and his very own half hour standup special, Comedy Central Presents: Bil Dwyer. His takes on marriage, kids and family are hip and sardonic, and yet beneath lies a certain odd sweetness. Bil has hosted GSN’s I’ve Got a Secret, Comedy Central’s BattleBots, Fox Sports’ Ultimate Fan League, PAX-TV’s Dirty Rotten Cheaters, GSN’s Extreme Dodgeball and

MTV’s The 70’s House (as mock game show host, Bert Van Styles). Besides appearing on great television shows like The Larry Sanders Show and Ally McBeal, Bil has also been in such forgettable films as Ski School 2, The Bogus Witch Project, and What Planet are You From? Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St. COMEDY CLASSES

Intro to Improv: Class description: Four week improv course (meeting Mondays, 5:30p-7p through Oct. 3) focuses on the basics of how to do short and long form improv. Throughout the course participants will practice exercises that build listening skills, playing at the top of your intelligence, and making strong choices. • Stand-Up Kickstart Class to ignite his or her own exciting, thrilling, frustrating, compelling, discouraging, triumphant comedy dream/nightmare. Mondays, through Oct. 10, 7-8:30p at Dead Crow Comedy and will also include a “graduation showcase” at the club.

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IRONCLAD COMEDY

10/5, 7:30pm: Happy Hour comedy show at Ironclad Brewery! This is the first show of our cross country tour going from Wilmington all the way to Seattle, WA. Free show so stop in and enjoy a beer while also enjoying the comedic stylings of Meredith Armstrong, Jordan Bench, and Reid Clark as we ride this struggle bus all the way to the West Coast. 115 N 2nd St.

PAULA POUNDSTONE

Oct. 7, 8pm: Comedian Paula Poundstone, voted among top 100 standups by Comedy Central and guest of NPR’s weekly game show, “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me.” “I’ll bring my birth certificate. Who’s checking?” says Poundstone. Tickets: $28-$38. www.capefearstage.com. Wilson Center at CFCC, 703 N 3rd St.

ERIK STOLHANSKE

Oct. 8, 7pm/10pm: Born August 23, 1968, Stolhanske is an American actor, writer, and producer, and one of the members of the Broken Lizard comedy group. He graduated from Breck School, then Colgate University. At Colgate he was part of the troupe Charred Goosebeak, which included the others of Broken Lizard. Throne Theater, 208 Market St.

art INSIDER/OUTSIDER

There is no reality, there is only perception. Artists Candy Pegram and Kirah Van Sickle team up to showcase the different ways we experience and observe the world around us. Reception, Fri., 9/23; show will remain on display until 10/14. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR. “Insider/Outsider: Art Two Ways” is a fun and unique juxtaposition of Candy’s folk art style with Kirah’s more contemporary, academic approach.

There is a creative contrast between the whimsical, retro, graphic storytelling with the multi-layer, mixed media process. With 30+ paintings and a unique combination of voices, “Insider/Outsider: Art Two Ways” presents a creative twist on more traditional art. 254 N. Front St.

SAME VIEW

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

DISTINCTIONS EXHIBIT

In 2010, the Images of Distinction exhibit was created as a means of recognizing exceptional photographers in the Cape Fear Camera Club.

Six club competitions are held annually and over 100 images receive ribbons for their outstanding photographic qualities. For each competition, a guest photographer, educator, or artist critiques the images and then awards gold, blue, and red ribbons. At the end of the season in June, the ribbon-winning images are sent to an outside judge for a final, end-of-year judging that results in a collection of the best 20 percent of photographs from the season—the Images of Distinction. The club participates in three different divisions of the Photographic Society of America’s (PSA) competitions: the Projected Imaging Division, the Nature Division and the Photo Travel Division. Works now hang at Bellamy Mansion from club members of PSA competitions over the past season. www. capefearcameraclub.org. www.facebook.com/ CapeFearCameraClub. 503 Market St. FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT

Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, Wilmington’s premier after-hours celebration of art and culture, is held 6-9 pm on the fourth Friday of each 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

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center is seeking 2D artists for the 2nd Annual ARTfall Juried Art Show and Sale to be held Oct. 13-16. ARTfall will be one of the events during American Craft Walk Wilmington (formerly the Art Walk) a celebration of visual and performing arts at various locations in downtown Wilmington. The ARTfall Exhibition will be open to the public 10am5pm, Thurs-Sat, and Sun, 1-5pm. Artists’ reception Sat, 10/15, 2-4pm featuring the award presentation at 3pm. Deadline for applications and online registration: 9/30. Only original artwork completed within the last two years will be considered for exhibition. An original artwork is the artist’s sole creation and Is not, in whole or in part, a copy of any other persons work or photograph. Preference is given to artists from the Lower Cape Fear region. www.wilmingtoncommunityarts.org or Samantha Herrick, slherrick@thalian.org. americancraftwalkwilmington.com.

tures sculpture that is suspended from the gallery ceiling. Jury panel led by Andi Steele, Fritzi Huber and Michael vanHout. Opening reception is October 13 from 5:30-7 pm and the show will hang through November 11. Gallery Hours are 12-4 Monday-Friday. CAB Art Gallery Cultural Arts Building UNCW, 601 South College Rd. VISIBLE SPECTRA

Art opening and reception for “Visible Spectra: Paintings, Drawings, and Prints by Janette K. Hopper & Photography by Charles Kernan” will take place on Fri., Oct. 14, 6-9pm, Art in Bloom Gallery, 210 Princess St. Exhibit presents stunning images of nature, people, and architecture transformed by light and shadow by the artists from their travels and time outdoors. Renowned international artist, Janette K. Hopper will display her exquisite paintings, prints, and drawings including sumi ink paintings on rice paper. Emerging artist, Charles Kernan will exhibit his limited edition, fine-art photography and photographic prints. Together, Janette’s and Charles’ art work present an evocative “Visible Spectra” spanning many medias, techniques, and subjects. Art in Bloom Gallery, 210 Princess St.

museums CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Through 9/11: She Tells a Story celebrates the work of women artists from CAM’s permanent collection and connects the art forms of visual and literary arts. Fifteen Wilmington-area women writers contribute text (of their chosen format) on select works from the exhibition. The juxtaposition of the artwork with the written word will illuminate how these artists and writers explore their experiences, perspectives and world views through their

chosen medium. • Through Jan. 15, 2017: Cameron Art Museum presents UnBound Narrative, an exhibition featuring nine contemporary artists from across the globe (United States, Canada, England and Cuba) who utilize the book as medium and inspiration to create their visual narrative. The forty diverse artworks in the exhibition (including 100 pages from three different versions of Tom Phillips’ groundbreaking project A Humument) show how varied the medium can be. Features work by James Allen (Portland, OR), Doug Beube (New York, NY), Andrew Hayes (Penland, NC), Guy Laramée (Montreal, Canada), Math Monahan (Boston, MA), Tom Phillips (London, England), Susan Porteous (Bend, OR), Diana Fonseca Quiñones (Havana, Cuba) and Tim Rollins and K.O.S (New York, NY). CAM will offer an array of exhibition-related programming, including our monthly Kids @ CAM, youth classes, adult workshops, engaging lectures and gallery talks. • 10/7, 6pm: Art from Flour: Barrel to Bag—Be among the first to experience CAM’s new exhibition Art From Flour: Barrel to Bag (Oct. 8-Feb. 12) while enjoying light refreshments, cash bar and music by Folkstone Stringband. Examining the history of the humble flour sack, Art From Flour: Barrel to Bag illustrates how a food staple became a reflection of art and life in America. Guest curated

by Edward Irvine, associate professor of studio art in the UNCW department of art and art history.

NRemarks given at 6:30 p.m. • Printed Matter, Oct 8, 9am: Spotlighting diverse methods of printmaking from CAM’s collection, this exhibition will feature work by Romare Bearden, Robert Gwathmey, Fred Wilson, Leonard Baskin, David Hockney and Mary Cassatt to name a few. (Opening during Art from Flour Opening) • Educator’s Night, 10/6: Learn more about our programs, educational initiatives, our Museum School and the ways the Cameron Art Museum can work with you and your school’s

ARTWORKS OPEN STUDIO

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

MARK WEBER ART

New paintings and drawings depicting animals both two and four legged in a variety of settings.

Acme Art Studio, 711 N 5th Ave.

IT’S FIGURATIVE!

Figure works in different medias from acrylic to pastel to charcoal by Janette K Hopper. Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.

CALL FOR ARTISTS

The Leland Cultural Arts Center is accepting applications for their Gallery Program for the 2017 calendar year. Selected Artists will display their 2d or 3d artworks in the gallery for a month in the upcoming year and have an opening reception.

Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way. www.townofleland.com/lcac

STATE OF SUSPENSION

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interests and class requirements. Explore our exBELLAMY MANSION hibition ‘UnBound Narrative’ and get a sneak peek One of NC’s most spectacular examples of anof our upcoming exhibitions ‘Art From Flour: Barrel tebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil to Bag’ and ‘Printed Matter’ with our Chief Curator, War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Holly Fitzgerald. CAM Café is open and serving Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter their delicious menu with full bar available for purand business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny chase from 5pm until 9pm! Free! CAM Café hrs: Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After Tues,-Sat,, 11am-3pm; Sun., 10am-3pm; Wed.the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops comThurs. 5-9pm. 910-395-5999. www.cameronartmandeered the house as their headquarters durmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St. ing the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, it focuses on history and the design arts and offers WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St. preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits 18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in featuring the early days of the beach including Luthe heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the mina Pavilion, our hurricane history and informaoldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th tion about the interaction between the people and and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life our natural environment which have shaped the is experienced through historical interpretations 100 year history of WB. (910) 256-2569. 303 W. in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd/Market St. Salisbury St. www.wbmuseum.com.

Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. (910) 7620570. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

STARRING CAPE FEAR New Hanover County’s Cape Fear Museum is CHILDREN’S MUSEUM proud to showcase highlights of the region’s film Oct. 8, Fall Carnival: Free w/admisison or memhistory with the opening of its newest exhibit, Starbership. • Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, ring Cape Fear! Visitors can explore the history of and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool the local film and television production industry Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and from the 1980s to the present day. View artifacts Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and from several productions including Firestarter, StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dawson’s Creek, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off One Tree Hill and Tammy. See a cape and the ear gently used books at our museum to be used for a from Blue Velvet, an Iron Man 3 mask, and the jet good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection ski beloved by Kenny Powers (Danny McBride) locations to help promote literacy, find a good use in Eastbound & Down. Cape Fear Museum, 814 for used books, and benefit nonprofits. playwilmMarket St. Tues. – Sat., 9am-5pm; Sun.,1-5pm. ington.org. 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534 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 FIRST AMENDMENT FILM FEST engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and During Banned Books Week Northeast Library will spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic screen documentaries and films that celebrate 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accesAmerican’s First Amendment rights and highsible and on one level. By reservation, discounted light the impact of censorship on individuals and group tours, caboose birthday parties, and aftersocieties. Sept. 28, 3pm: Film adaptation of Ray hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Bradbury’s famous dystopian novel, “Fahrenheit Mondays at 10:30am, only $5 per family and ac451.” The 1966 version stars Oskar Werner and cess to entire Museum. Admission only $9 adult, Julie Christie. • Sept. 29, 3pm: “The Hollywood $8 senior/military, $5 child, ages 2-12, and free Censorship Wars,” an A&E special covering some under age 2. Northend of downtown, 505 Nutt St. of the most famous battles Hollywood has waged 910-763-2634. www.wrrm.org. for artistic freedom. Reference Librarian Annice LATIMER HOUSE Sevett at 910-798-6371 or asevett@nhc.gov.com.

Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the SUPER SATURDAY FUN TIME Appropriate for ages 4-10, but all ages welcome.

Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handiDock the Dog and Dock Street Kids for 10 excitcapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. ing episodes of Super Saturday Fun Time, Thewww.latimerhouse.org atreNOW’s live theatrical show featuring local hisCAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM tory and mystery and super guest stars, hosted World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in

by Captain Coy T. Plunkett (Zach Hanner). Live beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot saltwater music, games, cartoons, short films, and his facrocodile, “Bubble Boy” and “Sheena,” a 23ft long vorite surf “nuggets.” Dock Street Kids and their Reticulated Python that can swallow a human bealways-hungry dog, Dock, solve adventures. Paring whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ents can even drop off kids ages 5+. Kid-friendly ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See snacks and drinks available for purchase. Custom the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, birthday packages with a chance to interact with Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 all characters and even step onstage to be in the species, some so rare they are not exhibited anyaction. where else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am- STORY EXPLORERS Cameron Art Museum, every Thurs., 10-10:30am: 5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Admission by donation. Bring your infant, toddler Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Rivor preschooler for story time, gallery exploration erwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) and an art project! georgia@cameronartmuseum.

762-1669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com. org for more info. 3201 S. 17th St.

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kids stuff

PIRATE ISLAND TREASURE HUNT

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

Dig for the hidden treasure and find hidden gems on Masonboro Island. Book your reservation by calling (910) 200-4002. $30/adult and $20/child.

Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

FRIDAYS FOR FUN

Volleyball instruction for kid every Friday at 4:30.

No need to pre-register, just show up and play! $10 for 1 child or bring 3 kids for $20! All skill levels welcome! Capt’n Bills Backyard and Grille, 4240 Market St.

SNAKE AND TURTLE FEEDING

Oct. 12, 4pm: Enjoy a brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Events Center and then watch them feed. At least one snake and a turtle will be fed during the demonstration. $1/ person; ages 5 and up. Pre-reg. required. 910341-0075. www.halyburtonpark.com. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

LITTLE EXPLORERS

Color Wonders, Oct. 7, 10am: Explore the world around us with hands-on activities, experiments and fun in Museum Park! Enjoy interactive story time, exploration stations and play related to a weekly theme. In event of inclement weather, program moved inside. Perfect for children ages 3 to 6 and their adult helpers. Adult participation is required. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

MUSEUM EXPLORERS

11am: 1st program; 2pm: 2nd Program—Free for members or with general admission Ignite your curiosity! Discover history, science and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear through interactive science investigations, hands-on exploration and unique artifacts. Activities are designed to stimulate curiosity and encourage families to have fun together. Themes vary. Ages 5 and up. Appx. 45 minutes each time slot. Adult participation is rqd.

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

SCARE SQUAD

Tues., Teens gather weekly to design and build props for a haunted house in the Main Library basement. Must be age 13 to 18 to participate.

Haunted Library will be open to the public at Main Library on Saturday, October 29. Scooter Hayes, Youth Services Librarian, Myrtle Grove Library, shayes@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6393. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

STORY ART

Oct. 6, 3:30pm: Special program for kids in kindergarten through second grade. At each session they’ll hear a story that incorporates a different art concept, then have time to apply what they’ve seen and heard as they make their own art! Free but space is limited. Register www.nhclibrary.org for the dates your child will attend, to be sure of having enough seats and art materials. Julie Criser, jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-7986303. NHC Main Library 201 Chestnut St.

FAMILY SCIENCE SAT.: WHAT IS NANO?

Oct. 8, 10am, PreK; 11am and noon, ages 5-14.

Free for members or with general admission Big things come in small packages when you explore the world of nanoscience! Engage in hands-on experiments to see the science of itty bitty things.

Adult participation is rqd. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

TENNIS CLINIC

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Little Aces Clinic, ages: 5-8. Mon/Wed: Session 2: 10/10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26. Session 3: 11/2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21. Times: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. • Super Aces Clinic, ages 9-12. $60/session. Clinics are a great way to improve your child’s hand/eye coordination, meet new friends, and have fun. Basic strokes such as forehands, backhands, volleys, and overheads. Empie Park, 3405 Park Ave. www. wilmingtonnc.gov FRENCH PLAYGROUP

Oct. 13, 10am: Chantez! Jouez! Rencontrez des nouveaux amis! Sing, play, and meet new friends at French Playgroup at the Main Library! This is an informal hour where young kids and their parents or caregivers can hear and try out some French words. It’s free and no advance registration is needed. Main Library Children’s Room at 910798-6303 or sdemarco@nhcgov.com. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

PRE-K MATH AND SCIENCE

Oct. 13, 10am: Play, learn, and explore with your child. Math and science concepts will be introduced through interactive story times, hands on science experiments and exploration stations.

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

PNC NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM

Oct. 14, 6pm: Experience the science of sunsets and explore Lower Cape Fear life after dark! Investigate how nocturnal animals live. Examine the night sky in our digital dome and from Museum Park. Take a guided lamp-lit exhibit tour. Take home exciting tools to continue your nighttime discovery! Activities are appropriate for children of all ages and include special programming for

early learners. Sponsored by the PNC Foundation.

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

outdoors/recreation WALK THE LOOP FOR CLEAN WATER

Walking tour, Wed., 10am, of the stormwater reduction projects the NC Coastal Federation, Town of Wrightsville Beach and partners have installed around the John Nesbitt Loop in Wrightsville Beach. See how simple techniques reduce polluted stormwater runoff, which protects and restores water quality in the coastal waters we all love.

Many techniques can be installed in your yard or place of business. Project is part of the as part of the Bradley and Hewletts Creeks Watershed Restoration Plan; received support and funding from RBC Blue Water Project, the Holiday Inn Resort at Wrightsville Beach, the City of Wilmington, NC Department of Transportation, NC National Estuarine Research Reserve, and UNCW. Fred and Alice Stanback Education Center, 309 W. Salisbury St.

INSHORE BOTTOM FISHING

This trip includes: bait, tackle, rods, and a licensed guide. Catch flounder, black sea bass, bluefish, and more while we drift along Banks Channel. Fun for all ages! $35/adult and $25/child. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

BIRDING CRUISE

Join Capt Joe as he guides you on an open water exploration of the Intracoastal Waterway, inlet passages, and sandy barrier islands of Wrightsville Beach and Masonboro Island. Come relax on the catamaran style boat while observing the diverse flora and fauna that coastal North Carolina has to offer. Topics will include as strong emphasis on shorebird identification and ecology, as well as

coastal salt marsh function. $35 and $25/Senior.

WB Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

EAGLE ISLAND KAYAK TOUR

Explore Davis Creek and the Cape Fear River along Eagle Island learning about its history while observing wildlife. Cost: $45/person. Pre-registration is required. 341.0075 or Register Online at www.halyburtonpark.com. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

ISLAND YOGA EXPERIENCE

Mornings, 9am: Come enjoy a morning of yoga and beach exploration on the largest barrier island sanctuary in the Cape Fear region. Participants will experience a gentle yoga practice as well as the unique opportunity to explore this uninhabited Island. Tours departs from the Blockade Runner Resort dock at 9am and return at 12pm. A small vegan snack will be provided. Please bring water, sun protection and a towel. Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

CARNIVOROUS PLANT HIKE

Oct. 8, 9, 11am: Take a hike with a park ranger and learn about the fascinating world of carnivorous plants that grow at Carolina Beach State Park. See plants that bite back such as sundews bladderworts butterworts pitcher plants and the Venus fly trap. Meet at the end of Nature Trail Lane at 11:00 am for this event. 910-458-8206.

Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Rd.

END OF NESTING SEASON

Oct. 6, 6pm: Are you curious about the nesting success of the sea turtles and shorebirds on the Masonboro Island Reserve this year? Join North Carolina Coastal Reserve staff for a presentation on the 2016 nesting season. UNCW Center for Marine Science Auditorium, 5600 Marvin K Moss Lane. Register: Email suttonh@uncw.edu

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T EVEN INFO

INTERNATIONAL OBSERVE THE MOON NIGHT

Oct. 8, 7:30pm: Cape Fear Astronomical Society (CFAS), Carolina Beach State Park (CBSP), and New Hanover County Public Library (NHCPL) will be celebrating International Observe the Moon Night (InOMN) on Saturday, October 8th at CBSP. The event is free, and will be held at the CBSP Visitor’s center from 7:30-9:30pm, rain or (moon) shine.NHCPL will provide a glove box for an astronaut-like experience, and salt painting for younger children. CFAS will provide activities about the moon’s craters and phases. CFAS will also do a presentation about “How to Buy a Telescope as a Gift (for Yourself or Others).” www.capefearastro. org. CB State Park, 1010 State Park Rd.

classes METAL WORK AND JEWELRY CLASSES

Metal and wire work jewelry classes held every Tuesday morning, 10am-noon at the Hannah Block Community Arts Center at 2nd and Orange streets. $30/2 hour class (includes all supplies and tools for use in class). Pre-reg: Karen Keffer Pridemore, takeyourpickdesigns@yahoo.com.

ART CLASSES

Pencil Drawing—Light and Shadow, Wed., 10am.

• Watercolor and Colored Pencil—Shells and Sea Creatures, Thurs., 10am. • Pen and Ink Drawing—Black and White Magic, Fri., 10am. • Still Life Painting w/Acrylics or Oils, Sat., 10am. • Paper Quilt Collage, Tues., 10am. Sessions are 4 wks.

Supply list available. Email loislight@bellsouth. net or call 910 547-8115. Sun Room Studio, 6905 Southern Exposure

WINE AND WATERCOLOR

Led by Nick Mijak. Every Tues. evening starting at

It’s time to EMPOWER your life.

• Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the US. • More than one in three Americans will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime • Cancer is still the leading cause of death form disease among US children over one year of age.

You are sick long before you get symptoms of cancer. So, if you’ve ever thought, “I hope I don’t get it” (or you are thinking that right now), then this is the workshop for you.

• Learn what cancer, heart disease, diabetes and headaches all have in common.

• Keep your cancer genes from turning on.

• Receive practical protocols to get Tues., Oct. 25th • 6:00pm-8:00pm at Northside Church (2501 N. College Rd., Wilmington, NC 28405) yourself healthy BEFORE disease sets in.

Early Bird Special $20 • $25 after Tuesday, Oct. 11th (includes Cancer Killer book and materials) $10 if you already have the Cancer Killer book

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7:30 class is led by local watercolor artist Nick Mijak, we always enjoy a nice glass of wine while we learn some fundamental techniques of the mysterious medium of watercolor. The idea is to take the fear out of watercolor and learn the fun. All the materials are provided, and each participant gets a completed painting they are proud of by the end of the evening. Come join the fun, at Bar Local! Bar Local, Bellas: 19 Market St. LEARN TO CURL

Tired of the heat? Play a sport on ice! Learn the sport of curling: delivery, sweeping, etiquette & rules. Participants will have the chance to play a couple ends on the first session. Email info@coastalcurling.com to reserve a spot in advance or call (910) 742-0008 with any questions. Wilmington Ice House, 7201 Ogden Business Ln.

RESTORATIVE YOGA

Expo 216 and Pineapple Studios, Inc. are partnering to bring an “underwater” experience through Restorative Yoga with Ocean Meditation. These one-hour classes will be held every Saturday at 10am in the Theatre Room amidst luminous works of art in a wash of black light. Space is limited so call head to reserve your spot. Please bring your own mat. Classes are “pay as you wish” and a donation is suggested. Expo 216, 216 N. Front St.

BLACKLIGHT YOGA

Sat., 11am: Expo216 and Pineapple Studios are partnering to bring a BLACKLIGHT yoga experience to the Theater Room at Expo 216. An hour long restorative yoga class, with ocean meditation, will be held Saturday at 11am with Rebecca Boatwright. Space may be limited so o reserve your spot. Join the event on Facebook or call so we have an idea how many people are coming and please bring your own mat. Some accessories will be available. Classes are “pay as you wish” and a donation is suggested. Maximum capacity is 18 people. Expo 216, 216 N. Front St.

KIDS COOKING CLASSES

The Seasoned Gourmet is inviting kids 12 years old and older to embark on a culinary world tour!

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

BOOK MAKING FOR TEENS

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

BOOK NOOK

Oct. 11, 10 a.m.: Hands-on computer workshop at NE Library for avid readers! Librarian Carla Sarratt will walk you through a variety of online tools for the reading community. At this training session you’ll learn tricks and tips for discovering reading and readalike suggestions using the Library’s own online catalog and website, NoveList, and Goodreads. You’ll also explore self-published books by Indie authors on Biblioboard! www.nhclibrary.org or call 910-798-6371. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

RÉSUMÉS

Second session in a free four-part series on Job

Searching Fundamentals. hands-on instruction in using free resources New Hanover County Public Library offers for writing and storing resumes online, along with other helpful resume tips by reference librarian Annice Sevett. 910-798-6371 or asevett@nhcgov.com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. FLYING WILD WORKSHOP

Oct. 14, 9am: Flying WILD workshops provide activities to teach middle school students about birds, their migration, and what people can do to help birds and their habitats. The activities can be used to teach classroom lessons or to set up service-learning projects about birds and their habitats. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

lectures/literary PEDALING FOR PAGES BOOK CLUB

Arrive by bike to receive the bicycle discount everyday. We do have a bike rack just outside the door and two more on the block. The group will read a selection that includes, fiction, biography, history, and memoir. Open to all levels of bicycle interest and ability. Meetings are last Thursday of the month at 6pm. Oct—Two Wheels: A Cycling Murder Mystery by Greg Moody. Nov—Bike Snob: Systematically and Mercilessly Realigning the World of Cycling by BikeSnobNYC. Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St.

BEGIN THE CONVERSATION CLINICS

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will host free Begin the Conversation clinics from 10-11 a.m. the third Fri. of each month, at Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Dr., Wilmington. Free to all adults age 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, such as Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney forms, will be supplied so healthcare instructions can be legally documented. Jason Clamme, 910-796-7943. jason.clamme@lcfh.org.

clubs/notices POKEMON LEAGUE

Come out 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. All ages are welcome to our family friendly environment. www.facebook.com/groups/ CFGPokemon. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D

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 7:00pm, registration begins at 6:00pm. Please arrive early for event registration. Free play, $6 entry fee first FNM Free. Cape Fear Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D.

BIRTH CIRCLE

Every 3rd Saturday come for our Birth Circle, something always different every month. Check out our website for more details of what we have in store this month & exact time of each event! www. thebumpandbeyond.com. The Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave.

EXPECTING MAMA’S CIRCLE

Sat, noon: Come 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 your stories with each other and have any pregnancy and birth related questions answered in a supportive and caring environment. The Bump & Beyond, 890-3 S. Kerr Ave. LA LECHE LEAGUE

Sat., 10am, meetings are informal and are open to pregnant women, mothers, babies and children.

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

STORY PARK GRAND OPENING

Oct. 11, 9am: NHC Public Library announces the dedication and grand opening of Story Park, at the corner of Third and Chestnut Streets, next to the Main Library. The brief ceremony will take place.

Parking is available in the deck next to the Main Library, with entrances on Second St.. Hands-on learning for all ages with demonstration gardens, giant musical instruments, a Story Walk and lifesized checkerboard. Signage with QR codes connects guests to a website that provides full plant names and links to local gardening resources. Outdoor math and science activities, sidewalk chalk drawing and other interactive learning experiences in Story Park until noon, beginning immediately after the opening ceremony. A Master Gardener from the New Hanover County Arboretum will be in the park to share resources and answer questions.

Storytimes will be offered in the Children’s Room on

INDIE AUTHOR DAY

Oct. 8, 10am: Independently published authors and aspiring authors are invited to network and learn from each other at Northeast Library. Free.

Librarian Carla Sarratt, herself the indie author of two young adult novels, is planning four hours of panel discussions, presentations, workshops, book readings and autographing sessions with local indie authors, all beginning at 10am. From 2-4pm the group will join in a digital gathering of the national indie community led by authors, agents, and industry leaders. http://libcal.nhclibrary.org/event/2757701. Carla Sarratt at 910-7986371 or csarratt@nhcgov.com. Northeast Regional Library, NHC 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

HISTORIC CHURCHES OF DOWNTOWN ILM

10/6, 6:30pm: Eight spires are visible from the belvedere of the Bellamy Mansion and many more religious buildings are tucked amongst the trees of downtown Wilmington. Join us on Thursday evening to hear the history that surrounds them, the architecture that formed them, and the stories of the people that worship within them. Edward F. Turberg is an architectural historian, researcher, National Register consultant, restoration specialist, tour leader, and lecturer. He is the historian at St. James Episcopal Church and has worked on innumerable tax credit projects, research assignments, and the creation of hundreds of historic plaques. www.bellamymansion.org information.

Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St.

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Oct. 13, 4pm: The UNCW Graduate School Open House takes place in the Watson College of Education (Atrium) and features a chance to meet program coordinators, graduate assistants, and current students. UNCW offers four doctoral degrees and 29 master degree programs, in addition to education add-on licensure programs and certificates in post-baccalaureate and post-master’s studies. Text GRAD to 90947 to register or go to www.uncw.edu/gradschool/events.html. Drop in anytime between 4-6pm. Watson College of Education, UNCW, 601 S. College Rd.

DOWNTOWN ECONOMIC SERIES RECEPTION

Oct. 13, 5:30pm: The topic will be “Downtown’s Six-Pack of Projects” led by speakers Brooks Johnson (Embassy Suites Hotel), Beth Pancoe (Pythian Building), Amy Beatty (N. Waterfront Park), and three more to be announced soon.

Coastline Conference/Event Center, 501 Nutt St.

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

RIVER BLUFFS FARMER’S MARKET

Every Sat., 10am-3pm: Farmer Bill is up early most mornings, tending to the crops at The River Bluffs Organic Farm. Situated on 10 acres of land, The Farm utilizes sustainable growing methods so that all yielded produce can be tagged “certified organic.” Located just down the road from the entrance of River Bluffs, The Farm helps to fill the amazing menu at the neighborhood restaurant— Porches Cafe. River Bluffs, 3571 Hansa Dr. http:// riverbluffsliving.com/saturday-farm-market.

SIMPLE AND HEALTHY FALL SOUPS

Cook with us at CFCC’s Culinary Academy with Chef Gwen Gulliksen! Learn to make classic minestrone and butternut squash soup—perfect for the coming chilly autumn days! Course date is Oct. 13, 5:30-7:30pm. Pre-reg. req. www.cfcc. edu/enrich or 910-362-7572. 411 N. Front St.

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

At a recent party, a guy I hardly know questioned my authenticity. “You seem to have had an easy life,” he jabbed. “I bet you haven’t suffered enough to be a truly passionate person.” I didn’t choose to engage him but mused to myself, “Not enough suffering? What about the time I got shot? My divorce? My five-year-long illness? The manager of my rock band getting killed in a helicopter crash?” After my initial reaction, my thoughts turned to the adventures that have stoked my passion without causing pain, like the birth of my daughter, getting remarried to the woman I divorced, and performing music for excited audiences. I bring this up, Aries, because I suspect you, too, will soon have experiences that refine and deepen your passion through pleasure rather than hardship.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

It’s the Frank and Focused Feedback Phase, Taurus—prime time to solicit insight about how you’re doing. Here are four suggestions to get you started: 1. Ask a person who loves and respects you to speak the compassionate truth about what’s most important for you to learn. 2. Consult a trustworthy advisor who can help motivate you to do the crucial thing you’ve been postponing. 3.

Have an imaginary conversation with the person you were a year ago. Encourage the Old You to be honest about how the New You could summon more excellence in pursuing your essential goals. 4. Say this prayer to your favorite tree or animal or meadow: “Show me what I need to do in order to feel more joy.”

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Many of my readers regard me as being exceptionally creative. Over the years they have sent countless e-mails, praising me for my original approach to problem-solving and art-making. But I suspect I wasn’t born with a greater talent for creativity than anyone else. I’ve simply placed a high value on developing it, and have worked harder to access it than most people. With that in mind, I invite you to tap more deeply into your own mother lode of innovative, imaginative energy. The cosmic trends favor it. Your hormones are nudging you in that direction. What projects could use a jolt of primal brilliance? What areas of your life need a boost of ingenuity?

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Love wants more of you. Love longs for you to give everything you have and receive everything you need. Love is conspiring to bring you beautiful truths and poignant teases, sweet dispensations and confounding mysteries, exacting blessings and riddles that will take your entire life to solve. But here are some crucial questions: Are you truly ready for such intense engagement? Are you willing to do what’s necessary to live at a higher and deeper level? Would you know how to work with such extravagant treasure and wild responsibility? The coming weeks will be prime time to explore the answers to these questions. I’m not sure what your answers will be.

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Sept. 28, 8am: Cook with us at CFCC’s Culinary Academy and Chef Gwen Gulliksen! Chutney features sweet, spicy and tangy flavors that partner wonderfully with holiday meals! Delicious pear-

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Each of us contains a multiplicity of selves. You may often feel like there’s just one of you rumbling around inside your psyche, but it’s closer to the truth to say you’re a community of various characters whose agendas sometimes overlap and sometimes conflict. For example, the needy part of you that craves love isn’t always on the same wavelength as the ambitious part of you that seeks power. That’s why it’s a good idea to periodically organize summit meetings where all of your selves can gather and negotiate. Now is one of those times: a favorable moment to foster harmony among your inner voices and to mobilize them to work together in service of common goals.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Pike’s Peak is a 14,115-foot mountain in Colorado. It’s not a simple task to trek to the top. Unless you’re well-trained, you might experience altitude sickness.

Wicked thunderstorms are a regular occurrence during the summer. Snow falls year-round. But back in 1929, an adventurer named Bill Williams decided the

Formerly known as Ramadi,

task of hiking to the summit wasn’t tough enough. He sought a more demanding challenge. Wearing kneepads, he spent 21 days crawling along as he used his nose to push a peanut all the way up. I advise you to avoid making him your role model in the coming weeks, Virgo. Just climb the mountain. Don’t try to push a peanut up there with your nose, too.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

“It isn’t normal to know what we want,” psychologist Abraham Maslow said.

“It is a rare and difficult psychological achievement.” He wasn’t referring to the question of what you want for dinner or the new shoes you plan to buy.

He was talking about big, long-term yearnings: what you hope to be when you grow up, the qualities you look for in your best allies, the feelings you’d love to feel in abundance every day of your life. Now, here’s the good news, Libra: The next 10 months should bring you the best chance ever to figure out exactly what you want the most. And it all starts now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Practitioners of the Ayurvedic medical tradition tout the healing power of regular self-massage. Creativity expert Julia Cameron recommends that you periodically go out on dates with yourself. Taoist author Mantak Chia advises you visualize sending smiles and good wishes to your kidneys, lungs, liver, heart, and other organs. He says these acts of kindness bolster your vigor. The coming weeks will be an especially favorable time to attend to measures like these, Scorpio. I hope you will be imaginative as you give yourself extra gifts, compliments and praise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

The coming weeks will be one of the best times ever for wrestling with God or tussling with fate or grappling with karma. Why? Because you’re likely to emerge triumphant! That’s right, you lucky, plucky contender. More than I’ve seen in a long time, you have the potential to draw on the crafty power, unruly wisdom and resilient compassion you would need to be an unambiguous winner. A winner of what? You tell me. What dilemma would you most like to resolve? What test would you most like to ace? At what game would you most like to be victorious? Now is the time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Are you grunting and sweating as you struggle to preserve and maintain the gains of the past? Or are you smooth and cagey as you maneuver your way toward the rewards of the future? I’m rooting for you to put the emphasis on the second option. Paradoxically, that will be the best way to accomplish the first option. It will also ensure your motivations are primarily rooted in love and enthusiasm rather than worry and stress. And that will enable you to succeed at the second option.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Do you believe you are mostly just a product of social conditioning and your genetic make-up? Or are you willing to entertain a different hypothesis: that you are a primal force of nature on an unpredictable journey? That you are capable of rising above your apparent limitations and expressing aspects of yourself that might have been unimaginable when you were younger? I believe the coming weeks will be a favorable time to play around with this vision. Your knack for transcendence is peaking. So are your powers to escape the past and exceed limited expectations.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

In one of your nightly dreams, Robin Hood may team up with Peter Pan to steal unused treasure from a greedy monster—then turn the booty over to you. Or maybe you’ll meet a talking hedgehog and singing fox who will cast a spell to heal and revive one of your wounded fantasies. It’s also conceivable you will recover a magic seed that had been lost or forgotten, and attract the help of a fairy godmother or godfather to help you ripen it.

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ginger and spiced cranberry chutneys will be featured in this class. Course is November 3rd, 5:30 to 7:30pm. Reg: www.cfcc.edu/enrich or call 910-362-7572. Cape Fear Community College, 411 N. Front St. MAKE GREAT GRATINS

Cook with us at CFCC’s Culinary Academy and Chef Gwen Gulliksen! Originating in France, gratins are sumptuous dishes with a lightly browned crust of breadcrumbs or melted cheese. Curried cauliflower or broccoli-cheese gratin will be perfect for autumn get-togethers! Course is Oct. 15, 10am-noon. Pre-reg. required: www.cfcc.edu/ enrich or 910-362-7572

GOURMET IN THE GROVE

10/6, 4pm: Enjoy a family dinner around our picnic tables featuring BBQ, chicken tenders and mouth-watering Greek specialties. We’ll have options for the whole family, from the sophisticated palate to the picky eater. Bring a friend and unwind with a glass of local wine, as you take in the sunset view from our rocking chairs. Still want to cook? You provide the salad, we have a grab and go meal that can be prepared in your own kitchen. Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 US Hwy 17 N. www.poplargrove.org

TASTE OF WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH

Oct. 8, 5pm: Jeff Gordon Chevrolet, MarineMax and the Wrightsville Beach Foundation present a festival that celebrates the island’s diverse and delicious fare on and around the beach with over 40 food/beer/wine tasting booths. 40 percent of proceeds benefit Weekend Meals on Wheels, with the reset going to Wrightsville Beach Sea Turtle Project, Hope from Helen, Harbor Way Garden maintained by the Harbor Island Garden Club, The North Carolina Holiday Flotilla,

Tennis Court Lighting, and future island projects in partnership with the Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation Committee. Tickets are also available at MarineMax, Robert’s Grocery, Lighthouse Beer and Wine and Blockade Runner. wrightsvillebeachfoundation@gmail.com or 910-620-0281 or 910-262-5998. 130 Short St.

support groups CELEBRATE RECOVERY

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

PFLAG

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

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Thurs., 6pm: Meets in Classroom C, Ground Floor.

Men and spouses welcome from the entire Cape Fear area. Discussion and programs. www.wilmingtonprostatecancersupportgroup.com.

910792-9953.

BOARD GAME NIGHT

Thurs., 6pm: Join the Wilmington Board Game group and the Wilmington Board Game Meetup group for a night of Board Games and more. No experience necessary. Bring your own game or select one from our free Demo Library. www.facebook.com/groups/CFGBoardGames. Cape Fear

$12/adult, $5/child. (910) 251-8889. www.horsedrawntours.com

Games, 4107 Oleander Dr., Ste D.

SUNSET TOUR

tours 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

CONFEDERATE WALKING TOURS

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

GHOST WALK

6:30 & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Admission charge. Water & Market sts. RSVP rqd: 910794-1866; hauntedwilmington.com

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS

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

You are cordially invited to a night of entertainment & celebration for local service industry professionals. All are Welcome to Attend.

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Nightly, 6:30pm Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours offers several versions of its famed Sunset Cruise to celebrate the sunset. All sunset cruises depart the Blockade Runner Dock at 6:30 pm and return at 8:00 pm. Tours depart earlier in the Spring and Fall. Routes vary with season, weather, and whim on the Basic Sunset Cruise but may include Masonboro Island, Figure Eight Island, Bradley Creek, Money Island or some other combination. Water, marsh, Shamrock, sunset – it’s a simple combination but very satisfying.

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

INSIDER’S TOUR

Oct. 11, 10am: Curious about the Cape Fear?

Explore the history of your community at Cape Fear Museum. Take the Insider’s Tour offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10 AM. 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 with general admission or membership.

Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

THE INCREDIBLE OYSTER

Oct. 13, 6pm: Join the North Carolina Coastal Reserve & UNCW Shellfish Research Hatchery to learn more about oysters and the current research being conducted at the hatchery. Following the presentation, we will take a guided tour of the UNCW Shellfish Research Hatchery to see the research in action! UNCW Center for Marine Science Auditorium, 5600 Marvin K Moss Ln. Free—no reg. rqd. Questions? suttonh@uncw.edu

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