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he Maggie Issue is one of my very favorite magazines to work on. It gets me out of the home office much more than normal as I go around snapping photos of all the winners, which is fun for two reasons. First, it gives me a chance to see the people that make it possible for me to do this. Second, it opens a window into the way our local small businesses operate. It warms my heart how much care everyone always takes to make sure their employees get to share in the public recognition and credit. I hear over and over “We couldn’t do this without...” So here’s to our business owner winners, of course, but let’s offer a special CHEERS to all the emplyees of small businesses. They are part of the magic and yes, we couldn’t do this without them.
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CURRENTS Spring on the Island Town of Oak Island Has Big Plans STORY AND PHOTOS BY JEFFREY STITES
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pring is coming (finally!), and Oak Island is embracing it in a big way. The Town of Oak Island Recreation Department has been hard at work developing events and programs that allow us to have fun, celebrate community and the season, and still, keep us safe in the Time of Covid. With a parade, markets, concerts, Easter-themed hunts, and even a Very Special Bunny making visits all around the town, Oak Island is looking forward to a fun Spring.
First up will be the Oak Island Mardi Gras By The Sea, featuring a parade, market and live music on Saturday, March 13. The parade will be a reverse affair like the Christmas by the Sea Parade this past December. Mardi Gras themed floats, stands, golf carts and such will line up along Dolphin Drive while parade goers drive past starting at SE 40th Street. Walking is not permitted and parade viewers must remain in their vehicles, but everyone is encouraged to dress in their Mardi Gras finest! The Mardi Gras Market featuring locally grown and handmade items from local vendors will be open from noon until 4 pm on the Middleton Park fields. During the market, the Oak Island Amphitheater in Middleton Park will host live Blues and
Soul music. Socially distanced circles will be painted on the lawn and spectators are asked to kick back inside the circles and not fill in the space in between. If all circles are filled, please wait for one to open up. In addition to the socially distant circles, COVID protocols in place during the market include hand washing stations, oneway traffic at the parade and market, one shopper at a time in any vendor booth, social distancing picnic circles, social distancing signage, and the use of marks covering the nose and mouth by staff, vendors, and participants. Anyone who is feeling ill, or is experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms is asked to remain at home until they are well. Individuals who fail to adhere to community
Enjoy a variety of vendors at the Mardi Gras Market
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While the parade will be reversed this year, expect to see Oak Island in its Mardi Gras finest
safety standards may be asked to leave the celebrations by the Mardi Gras by the Sea Supervisor or the Oak Island Recreation Department Director. Once Mardi Gras is behind us, it’s time for the Easter Bunny to do his thing! The Town of Oak Island has three ways to bring a little Easter Bunny to your celebration. The Great Oak Island Egg Dash will see the Easter Bunny delivering crafts and Easter eggs to front yards all over Oak Island. The program is designed for children from 2-10 years old and participants must register with the Oak Island Recreation Center by March 24. Spaces are limited and houses will be assigned a delivery time between 4-6 pm on on either March 30, March 31 or April 1. The cost is $5 per child. Yards must be safe for staff and pets must be secured. The Easter Bunny will not have physical contact with participants, but photos from a distance are welcome. All participants must wear a mask over mouth and nose during photos. Another option is the Take Home Contactless Egg Hunt. Children ages 2-12 are invited to register by March 24 to pick up a bag of toy-filled eggs at the Recreation Center as the Easter Bunny waves from a safe distance. Participants are asked to remain in their vehicles at all times as staff delivers egg kits to the car. Cost is $5 per child.
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CURRENTS Easter Bunny fans of any age can participate in the free Drive By Bunny program on March 30 and 31 between 10 am and noon. Sign up your house, street, even your friends, to have the easter Bunny and Friends party their way through your neighborhood as they slowly drive down your road spreading seasonal cheer. The Great Easter Scavenger Hunt on Oak Island is a free event open to all ages and will lead participants all over the Town of Oak Island searching for clues. Teams will drive through the Recreation Center parking lot to pick up a packet including a list of scavenger hunt rules, a clue sheet and the first clue on Thursday, April 1 from 9 am-6 pm. The hunt begins April 3. Teams will visit each site, and uncover the hidden clues along the way. Clues will
be laminated, and fixed at each site. Teams will complete each challenge, and take a picture with the clue, before proceeding to the next phase of the scavenger hunt (CLUES WILL REMAIN AT THEIR LOCATIONS). Once a team has completed their scavenger hunt, they will return to the Oak Island Recreation Center, and turn in their clue sheet to receive their completion certificate and Easter-themed prizes! Also on Easter Weekend, the Town of Oak Island will host the Spring Fling Market and Music in Middleton Park. Support local Brunswick County craft and food vendors while exploring a market brimming with one-of-a-kind coastal crafts for the ideal seasonal souvenir. Live entertainment will kick off from 2-4 pm at the Middleton Amphitheater for the perfect picnic lunch in one of the park’s designated socially dis-
Who wouldn’t love a vist from the Easter Bunny and....Easter Hippo?
Enjoy socially distanced live music in the park
tant picnic circles in the front of the amphitheater. Spectators are asked to only set up inside the social distancing circles and to not fill in the spaces in between; as the Town of Oak Island strives to provide
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safe spaces for all event goers. Should all circles be filled, please wait until one is available to set up chairs and picnic blankets.
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Kicking It Old School Adult Kickball Brings Back The Memories STORY BY JEFFREY STITES
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e all, at least those of us of a certain age I suppose, remember playground recess kickball games. That red ball. You known the one. The same ball used for the dreaded dodgeball death matches, but this time just rolling toward you in an entirely unthreatening manner. All you had to do was kick the thing and run. My kind of sport, really. Being a hand-eye coordination challenged child (and adult), baseball was never my thing at all, but kickball, that I could play. And I wasn’t even picked last most of the time because I could run! I have fond memories of kickball. Fast forward a few decades and I’m a relatively well-adjusted adult with a real job and all, working and paying bills and mowing the grass (sometimes) and doing all the Very Serious Adult Things. Kickball was not one of those things. Until the lovely and talented Lisa came home from work (as a reporter for the State Port Pilot and one of her beats was the Oak Island police log) and announced that we’d been invited to join the Oak Island Police Department Adult Kickball League team. I snapped back to those playground days when kickball was pretty much the one “sport” I could play and jumped at the
chance to relive those days. It never occurred to me that kickball might not agree with a body that hadn’t been running around at recess everyday in quite some time. Matter of fact, once gym class stopped forcing me to, I had decided running should be reserved for those times when a man with a knife was chasing you. Or maybe zombies (but just the fast kind — I could out walk a Night of the Living Dead zombie). Nor did it occur to me that my catching and throwing skills had not improved from their dismal state of my youth. Nope, I thought kickball was
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CURRENTS a perfect way to get out there and do the sports thing. As it turned out, we ended up on exactly the right team for us. We were all in it for the fun and nostalgia. We’d all roll up on game nights, some of us, including me, often straight from work, quickly sort out some idea of who would cover what position, and off we went into competition. Some of that competition took things more seriously. I’m looking at you Oak Island Fire Department. They actually practiced. And, I think, strategized. Strategy in kickball? To each his own, I guess. But us, nope, we went out and played and laughed and generally made fools of ourselves. I became known for my heroic crawl over home plate after tripping over thin air on my way from third base. At the time it made sense. Staying low would make me a more difficult target for any attempts to throw me out. And, of course, crawling is much easier than standing up. During one game, one of our players announced loudly in the middle of a play that he’d “broken his spleen.” Another time, Lisa made a Sports Illustrated-worthy catch simply because NOT catching the
ball would have hurt and she wasn’t having that. I don’t recall if we ever actually won a game. But that wasn’t the point, at least not to me, and I think, to my teammates. We had a blast. We got outside and enjoyed beautiful spring evenings with a view of the ocean and the company of friends. We got some sort of exercise. We remembered that kickball may not have been as easy as our memories told us. But we also remembered why we loved it as children.
It was still fun. That was one of the first seasons the Oak Island ran an adult kickball league, but it has proven popular and they are still rolling strong today. If you’d like to relive the kickball glory days of your youth, or just get out and have a ton of fun, signups are going on now via the Oak Island Recreation Department. You may sign up as team or as a free agent up until April 1 using the link on the little graphic accompanying this article. Go ahead, do it. You know you want to.
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MAGGIE WINNERS! FRIENDLIEST BARTENDERS
The Pub of Southport 1513 N Howe Street #10 Southport, NC (910) 457-6554 thepubofsouthport.com Pictured: Jessica Herr, Riley Harris, Alyssa Goeden, Kaitlyn Trivette
FAVORITE FAMILY RESTAURANT
Bella Cucina 5177 Southport-Supply Rd SE Southport, NC (910) 454-4540 belladiningnc.com Pictured: Tom McAndrews, John Turner, Joel Wilcox
BEST BURGER JOINT
Blue Cow Grille
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FAVORITE SPECIALTY GOURMET SHOP
The Southport Cheese Shoppe 417 N Howe Street, Suite B Southport, NC (910) 477-6387 southportcheeseshop.com Pictured: Lisa Stettner
BEST BREAKFAST
Cafe Koa 302 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 363-4206 islandgrindznc.com Pictured: Melanie Woodell
FAVORITE NEW RESTAURANT
Saucy Southerner
108 E Moore Street Southport, NC (910) 363-4402
503 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 477-6065
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FRIENDLIEST STAFF
Ruby’s Coffee House
Silver Coast Winery
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SASSIEST MARQUEE
BEST PLACE TO CELEBRATE
Old Bridge Diner 132 Country Club Drive Oak Island, NC (910) 250-1184
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CRAFT BEER EXPERTS
Southport Tap & Cellar 827 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 477-6419
FAVORITE SHADY OUTDOOR DINING
Moore Street Market 130 E Moore Street Southport, NC (910) 363-4203
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MAGGIE WINNERS! MOST CREATIVE MENU
Ports of Call Bistro
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FAVORITE FIRE PIT GATHERING PLACE
The Grape & Ale
116 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 457-4544
8521 E Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC (910) 933-4384
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CUSTOMER SERVICE HERO
Marcuies Sullivan
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FAVORITE BARBECUE JOINT
BEST SPECIALS MENU
Dry Street Pub & Pizza 101 E Brown Street Southport, NC (910) 457-5994 drystreetpubandpizza.com Pictured: Ashley Reams, Wendy Scarborough , Jessaca Beardsley, Christina Mahon
BEST ONLINE OUTREACH
Southport Smokehouse
Southport Maritime Museum
1102 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 363-5035
204 E Moore Street Southport, NC (910) 477-5150
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MAGGIE WINNERS! BEST TOWN SUPPORT OF LOCAL VENDORS
Oak Island Farmers Market SE 49th Street Oak Island, NC (910) 278-5518
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BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK
Rebecca’s Home Furnishings Consignment
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FAVORITE BEACH FASHIONS
Boo & Roo’s 112 E Moore Street Southport, NC (910) 363-4275 www.facebook.com/Boo-Roos Pictured: Cindy Nimmich, Penny Watkins, Marcy Wright, Debbie Braswell, Deva Tucker,Annette Prout, Cathy Durowski
BEST SELECTION OF LADIES FINE CLOTHING
ROPA
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417 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 454-8833
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BEST PLACE FOR BLING
BEST JEWELRY REPAIR
Renee’s Fine Jewelry 602 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 457-7714
Cape Fear Jewelers
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MAGGIE WINNERS! BEST HIDDEN GEM
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FAVORITE UNIQUE HOME DECOR
Dunes Mercantile
Talefeathers
8600 E Oak Island Dr Suite #5 Oak Island, NC (954) 243-6908
105b S Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 457-0011
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BEST OUTDOOR SHOPPING EXPERIENCE
All In Bloom 1200 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 477-6024 allinbloomlandscape.com Pictured: Brinnley York
FAVORITE PICKER’S PARADISE
The Painted Mermaid 817 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 000-0000
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FAVORITE FAMILY BUSINESS
Bianchi Brickyard 7995 River Rd SE Southport, NC (910) 454-4445 bianchibrickyard.com
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BEST LOCALLY-THEMED MERCHANDISE
Southport Trading Company 105 E Moore Street Southport, NC (910) 523-0624
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MAGGIE WINNERS! SOMETHING FABULOUS FOR EVERY SEASON
Cattail Cottage 122 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 454-4533
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FAVORITE HAIRDRESSER
Ginger Williams
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BEST PLACE TO SERVICE OR BUY A BOAT
Southport Watersports 4888 Coastal Drive SE Southport, NC (910) 477-6681
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BEST WAY TO SEE SOUTHPORT
Southport Fun Tours with The Rev
5101 Southport-Supply Rd SE # 6 Southport, NC (910) 457-9088
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BEST VACATION RENTAL COMPANY
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Dr. Ali Travis
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MAGGIE WINNERS! FAVORITE OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
Kayak Tour with The Adventure Company 807 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 454-0607 theadventurecompany.net
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FAVORITE PLACE TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PEARLY WHITES
Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry 3071 Southport-Supply Rd SE Southport, NC (910) 933-2408 coastalcosmeticdentistry.com
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FAVORITE PLACE TO FIND YOUR INNER ARTIST
BEST SUPPLIES FOR WOOING YOUR HONEY
6018 E Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC (910) 632-3908
919 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 457-4428
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BEST SPOT TO SHOP WITH THE GIRLS
BEST WINE ADVICE
Pescado y Amor
The Pearl 114 N Howe Steet Southport, NC (910) 457-0921
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Wine and Roses
Uncorked By The Sea 602 N Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 454-0633
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MAKING THE MOST OF STAY-AT -HOME
FAVORITE HOT DOGS
Island Spas & Pools
Bob’s Dogs
8017 E Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC (910) 201-2131
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FAVORITE HARDWARE STORE
RAY OF SUNSHINE AWARD
Southport Ace Hardware
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8848 River Road SE Southport, NC (910) 477-6444
113 South Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 457-0957
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Coastal Home & Lifestyle Expo 2021
Southport-Oak Island Chamber of Commerce Hosting New Event On Oak Island STORY BY JEFFREY STITES
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s the summer season starts to wind up, the Southport -Oak Island Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Coastal Home and Lifestyle Showcase to help service providers, contractors, retailers, and food and beverage businesses connect with potential customers. This new annual event takes place on Saturday, May 8 from 10 am - 3 pm in Middleton Park Extension behind the Oak Island town hall. Admission will be free and locals, visitors and out of town homeowners will enjoy free samples, giveaways, food, music and can register for a $200 cash drawing. Chamber Executive Director Karen Sphar says spring is the perfect time for such an event. “Spring is all about nesting and renewal – the birds are singing louder, the blooms on the trees and flowers are brighter, and people are in a state of mind to make improvements or changes to their homes or lives. An expo focused on how to help people make these changes is perfect in spring.”
The popular Coastal Consumer Showcase hosted by the Chamber has been moved to January and this Home and Lifestyle Expo added to the annual calendar. “We are moving the Coastal Consumer Showcase which is all the different types of businesses in our community to January because it is not weather dependent,” Sphar said. “ The Coastal Home & Lifestyle Showcase naturally lends itself
to spring because its focus is on businesses that can protect, support or create indoor and outdoor living spaces or the activities and health of a person.” “We expect a nice crowd of residents and second homeowners will take the opportunity to Shop Local and get ideas. A business who provides services or products related or supporting the home and lifestyle will want to be seen and take advantage of the opportunity to talk with potential new clients,” Sphar said. “You may not make a sale today but you need to make an impression so that you can close the deal in the future.” Restaurants, bakeries and wineshops are also welcome to participate. “This is a great opportunity for our restaurants and baker-
ies to get some exposure but also sell direct to those who are in attendance. People get hungry and thirsty at these events,” she said. However, no alcohol sales will one permitted. This may be a perfect opportunity to join your local Chamber of Commerce. “You don’t have to be a member of the Chamber of Commerce to purchase a display booth,” Sphar said. “However, it is a good time to consider Chamber membership since member businesses receive a discounted booth fee and since we are at the end of the fiscal year, your business will receive 14 months of membership for the price of 12!
Coastal Home & Lifestyle Showcase
Saturday, May 8, 2021 Middleton Park Extension, Oak Island 10am-3pm | Admission is FREE www.coastalhomeandlifestyleshow.com Meet local business people who specialize in maintaining your home, outdoor living, and supporting your healthy and active lifestyle. Register for the $200 Cash Drawing Free Samples | Free Giveaways | Food | Music Vendors and sponsors contact 910-457-6964 or www.coastalhomeandlifestyleshow.com
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Spring Art Shows
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uring the past year, high school art students have had to content themselves with using their family refrigerator door as their gallery. No more! Associated Artists of Southport is hosting the High School Art Show at Franklin Square Gallery, March 1 through March 26. Franklin Square Gallery is located at 130 E. West Street, off Howe Street in Southport. During the show, the Gallery is open from Monday through Saturday, 10 am - 4pm. With ribbons awarded for creativity and technique, work has been submitted in three categories – 2D, 3D and Graphics. Ribbons are awarded for creativity as well as technique. This show is an important preview opportunity for those assembling a college
application portfolio. Patricia Lyles, retired Brunswick County art teacher, has agreed to take on the challenging roll of judge for the show. Stop by and see what Brunswick County art students can create! ASSOCIATED ARTIST OF SOUTHPORT SPRING SHOW
shows opening on March 1, one featuring students and another displaying the works of Associated Artis of Southport members. The members’ show will even include another of the gallery’s popular Mug Challenges!
As the dreary winter fades into a new spring, it’s the perfect time to go enjoy some art. Franklin Square Gallery in Southport has just the ticket with two
What do artists do when cooped up at home during the pandemic? They try new media, paint big pictures, and create even more whimsical pottery. Stop
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by the Associated Artists of Southport’s Member Show at Franklin Square Gallery, March 1-May 8, and see what they’ve been up to. Associated Artists of Southport (AAS) is located in the charming, historic building nestled under live oak trees behind Franklin Square Park three blocks from Southport’s waterfront at 130 E. West Street. Its large, high-ceilinged galler-
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CURRENTS ies allow space for social distancing. The gallery is open Monday through Saturday, 10 am- 4 pm. With more than 100 exhibiting members, all who can contribute to this show, different perspectives on, “the new normal” are expected. Ricki Hiatt, co-chairperson for 2-D exhibits, sees this spring opening of the gallery as symbolic of the feelings of renew-
al, hope and joy. “Our artists will be sharing this message through the beauty of their paintings. Come see what we have to offer and revive our soul!” Hiatt said. The pottery contingent is stepping up with their Easter/ Spring Mug Challenge. Becky Cleary, co-chairperson for 3-D exhibits, reports, “I’ve been checking with the potters and they are enthusiastically working on their mugs. This Mug Challenge gives them something different to work on while “hunkering down” at home.” This portion of the show allows art lovers to vote for their favorite, and purchase them as well. This show has no judge but the public, no awards but purchases, and no theme, just members of the cooperative working together to initiate the spring season in the gallery.
Artwork Credits: Facing Page: SBHS Artists Top Left: SBHS Artists Top Right:Anne Trobetta Above Left: Kris Scheppmann Left: Rich O’Donnell
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ower Cape Fear LifeCare will offer a multi-week, no-cost virtual grief care program for those coping with the death of a parent on Tuesdays, Mar. 23 through Apr. 13. The group will be held 3 – 4:30 pm. in a secure virtual environment. Pre-registration is required; to register, please call 1-800-379-4880 and leave a message with your name, phone number, and the name and date of the program you wish to attend. A grief counselor will contact you. Most of us have loved and lost special people in our lives and we understand that coping with grief is a challenging process. If you or your friends and family are having difficulty dealing with the loss of a loved one, Lower Cape Fear LifeCare (formerly Lower Cape Fear Hospice) is here to help. Throughout the year, we offer compassionate care, educational and enrichment opportunities that support many types of loss in safe and familiar environments. Because of our generous donors, these caring, no cost groups, camps and workshops are available to all. Your donation is always appreciated. Lower Cape Fear LifeCare is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing access to the highest quality LifeCare, education, and supportive services to our patients, their families, and the communities we serve. For more information, visit lifecare.org.
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Community
Arts Teacher Support Stepping Up For Arts Awards Grants
Stepping Up For Arts?
STORY BY JEFFREY STITES
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he St. James Artisans’ charitable organization Stepping Up For Arts (SUFA) recently awarded teacher grants to four Brunswick County Public Schools teachers. SUFA’s fundraising efforts included selling SUFA Tote Bags and SUFA Holiday Raffle Baskets well as accepting donations in general.
When was this organization founded and what is your mission? From where is your membership drawn? Stepping Up For Arts is the sister organization to The Artisans. The Artisans draw membership from the community of St.James, but membership in Stepping Up For Arts is open to all.
The following teachers received grants for their projects:
Aside from charitable activities, does Step Up For Arts have any other activities you’d like to share?
Nancy Miller – Bolivia Elementary School – Greeting Card Projects Kathy Peck – Belville Elementary School – Glaze for Ceramics Theresa Reiter – Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School – Landscape Art Casey Black – Cedar Grove Middle School – Band Software In addition to the grants, SUFA also do-
nated $1,000 for teacher supplies. Due to the COVID pandemic, each student must have their own art supplies and those must be sanitized before the next class. These funds will provide teachers with extra supplies to help with the transition. We spoke with Stepping Up For Art’s VP for Community Arts and Education Carol Kidd about the grant awarding process and the organization itself.
Can you tell me a little more about
We sponsor workshops for artists, conduct shows and events as fundraisers, provide help with community events that would like to have face painting, art displays, provide art for the community center and town hall, changing it every 3 months. The latest workshop was held in November in collaboration with Associated Artists of Southport, painting silk scarves.
I see the winners are elementary and middle school teachers. Was that the focus, on younger art students?
We have granted funds to all levels in the past years. It just happened that this year the grants went to middle and elementary schools.
Was the additional $1,000 distributed to the district as a whole or these particular grant winners?
Some of the County’s teachers provided a list of supplies they needed earlier this school year when we thought we had a source of funds. That source did not materialize, and our Steering Committee allowed for $1,000 to be spent on supplies needed.
Where did the idea for these grants come from? Why are they particularly important now?
Arts teachers have very small budgets. We ask them to submit descriptions of projects they would like to do with their students but can’t afford with their normal supply funds. This year we helped out a band teacher and three visual arts teachers. The past years’ grants included funding for music programs, field trips, school dance groups and helped with theatrical productions.
What was the selection process like? Did teachers submit projects for consideration? How were the winners chosen?
At the beginning of November applications are made available to fine arts teachers of Brunswick County Public Schools through the supervisors. Teachers are asked to complete an application, describing the project, the need for the project and the benefit to their students. They are also asked to give rationale for the project, provide a list of the materials they wish to purchase, the cost, and vendors. The winners are selected by a panel of our members who go over the applications, scoring each of the areas and then discussing each of the projects. This is our usual procedure.
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COMMUNITY
Letters From Home
March Brunswick Civil War Roundtable Zoom Meeting Explores Corespondence
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eturning by popular demand to the Brunswick Civil War Round Table is guest speaker Peter S. Carmichael, Ph.D., one of the nation’s foremost authorities on the American Civil War. Carmichael will address the group at the virtual meeting on Tuesday, March 2. He has planned an extraordinary presentation entitled, “Three Couples at War…and not with each other.” The Zoom meeting begins at 7 pm, and everyone is invited. Membership is required, however. Email Brunswickcwrt@gmail.com to become a member prior to the meeting. The meeting begins at 7 pm on Tuesday, Feb 2 via Zoom, and all members are invited to attend. Not a member? Email Brunswickcwrt@gmail.com to join prior to the meeting. Annual membership dues are $25. The Battle of New Market was fought on May 15, 1864, in Virginia
during the Valley Campaign of 1864. A makeshift Confederate army of 4,100 men led by Confederate General Breckinridge, which included cadets from the Virginia Military Institute (VMI), defeated Union General Franz Sigel and his Army of the Shenandoah. On the winning side, Breckinridge
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was a politician who served as the 14th Vice-President of the United States in 1856, and later mounted an unsuccessful presidential bid in 1860.
He joined the Confederacy at the start of the Civil War, and served as brigade commander at the Battle of Shiloh. Promoted to Major General in
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COMMUNITY 1862, he fought in numerous noteworthy battles, including New Market and Cold Harbor, before serving as the final Confederate Secretary of War in 1865. On the losing side, Franz Sigel was an intriguing historical figure. In losing the Battle of New Market, he failed to provide a campaign victory General Ulysses S. Grant wanted in the Shenandoah Valley. Sigel was a fantastic organizer, loyal to his friends, valued education, understood the value of image and influence, and loved the ideals of freedom and liberty. Yet he struggled with leadership, which hampered his military career. His two great blunders in the New Market Campaign were the loss of confidence from his regimental commanders, and piece-mealing his army into the battle. His commanders did not fully trust him or understand his orders, sometimes even speaking to his troops in German when frustrated on the battlefield. The end result at New Market, two generals, two different lifestyles, and one conclusion, a victory for the South.
Sarah Kay is the managing editor of Emerging Civil War, which serves as a public history-oriented platform for sharing original scholarship related to the American Civil War. She is also assistant to the director at the Central Virginia Battlefields Trust in Fredericksburg, Virginia. She holds a BA in History from Thomas Edison State University. Over the years, she has spoken at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, Civil War round tables around the country, the Temecula Valley Historical Society, Society for Women & The Civil War Conference,
and Emerging Civil War symposiums. “From writing books and hosting Zoom conferences, to research projects and blogging, I’m blessed to stay busy during this Covid-19 pandemic. I am really honored and looking forward to my ZOOM appearance at your impressive Civil War round table on Feb. 2,” she said. (Note: The Brunswick Civil War Round Table is the largest Civil War round table in the country with more than 1,300 members.) For additional information about the Round Table, its ongoing activ-
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COMMUNITY
Another Bennie With The Jets Tickets For Luna Sea & Dave’s Not Home At The Cape Fear Jet Port Available Now
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outhport’s first drive-in concert was so nice, we’re doing it twice! Join us on the Jetport with the LunaSea Rockers and Dave’s Not Home.
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Load up your car and plan to take off with Up Your Arts during another Bennie With the Jets drive-in concert at the Cape Fear Regional Jetport on Saturday, April 24, from 2-5 pm. Prepare for absolute lunacy with ... the LunaSea Rockers! You won’t find a more fun, more hardcharging, Big Band sound south of the Mason-Dixon Line! Local
phenoms Dave’s Not Home, of the ever-expanding, hard-act-to-follow playlist, will open with Joann Duncan laying out the purest vocals you’ve ever heard. So take your polka dots and boogie away outside at a comfortable, safe distance on a beautiful spring day with family and friends. Tickets are $50 per vehicle. Food is sold separately with multiple
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food trucks serving up deliciousness all day. Proceeds benefit the Save the Hall, Y’all campaign to transform the old city hall building in the heart of downtown Southport into an arts center.
Gates open at 1 pm. The rain date is May 1, same time, same place. Tickets available now at https:// bit.ly/3aPHExr
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ART BEAT Wisconsin To Southport
Local Artist Explores Nature In Paint STORY BY CARLA EDSTROM
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aking in the incredible beauty of nature is something we can all certainly use during these most difficult times. A solitary walk on the beach and deeply inhaling that salty sea breeze can calm your mind like nothing else. But when it’s cold outside, I suggest a day spent in a museum or browsing local art galleries. A simple still life painting can come to life and bring back treasured memories. Landscape paintings can bring us back to places we have once visited or lived in, taking our minds away from the troubles of the world. Nancy Henkel Schulte, local painter originally from Kenosha, Wisconsin, remembers walking through the Chicago Art Museum as a young woman and admiring the Andrew Wyeth collection. Much of her work includes the beauty all around us such as landscapes, still lives, flowers and also in-
cludes beloved dogs and architectural studies. “I have been painting for 35 years and try very hard to improve with every painting and lesson. I have gone to every art museum in my travels and I always carry my sketchbook and camera,” she said.“ I have taken from more than 40 people…”
Always the creative artist, Schulte also loves to work with her hands in cooking, decorating, sewing,
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or beautiful.”
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quilting, writing and knitting. “I was very good even as a grade school artist and won awards through high school. However, I thought I should have a ‘real job’ and was very interested in nursing as my career. I continued to take art lessons while raising four kids and nursing,” she said. “People always ask me how long it takes me to do a painting. I think and dream about a painting before I ever sketch. An artist ‘sinks in’ a creative mode and time just flies,” she explained. “I love people, animals, flowers and landscape. I like to show ordinary things in a meaningful way. Sometimes a subject is serious, calm, silly
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life itself. It is imperative for me to record everyday happenings in a sensitive manner. I want to evoke emotion. I’m deeply blessed and grateful to share my talent with others. My talent is a blessing that I recognize and develop through the years.”
Being an artist involves being a part of a community and arts family that is often more than willing to encourage and teach others. “Artists I met along the way that were older than me would have a tendency to take me under their wing. I appreciated their interest in me. They gently encourage me. I have taught painting for 30 years because I want others to enjoy the creative process as well. It is a way for me to give back and I’m very glad to do it. I volunteered at a kids camp for cancer, nursing homes, and taught all ages in my home. I miss this since COVID came.” “Finding time to be creative is sometimes difficult,” said Schulte.
You can see more of Schulte’s work at Franklin Square Gallery and the Artisan’s Gallery on Howe in Southport. Check out her website at www. nhschulte.com. You can reach her directly at 910-540-9177 nancyschulte@me.com.
“Commission work challenges me. I like to please the buyer but I want it to be my style,” she said. “I’m painting a portrait of Mary and Jesus for someone. I’m also doing some beach people. I did angels during the Christmas season because I broke my wrist and had it casted for six weeks. That was hard! I was delighted to sell a large piece in the Gallery at Howe. People are interested in decorating their homes now.” Schulte loves people and considers painting people her favorite subject. “Being a mother, grandmother and RN have given me many valuable experiences and deep appreciation for
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Habitat For Humanity Golf Tournament
Enjoy Day On The Links For A Great Cause STORY BY JEFFREY STITES
Brunswick County Habitat For Humanity invites you to turn your irons and woods into the boards, bricks, hammers and nails needed to build safe, affordable homes throughout Brunswick County at the Driving For Home Golf Outing on March 11 at The Thistle Golf Club. Tee times begin at 8 am and the fees of $400 per foursome, or $100 per individual, include golf, cart, souvenir bag, box lunch, driving range and putting green access and awards. For more information on signing up your team or to learn about the benefits of Sponsorships, contact Tamara Morales at tamara@bchabitat.org or list the Habitat website at www.brunswickcountyhabitat.org. From Brunswick County Habitat For Humanity: Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1994, and is a locally run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. We believe that safe and decent shelter should be a fundamental human right. Our goal and mission is to end substandard housing. People from all walks of life are invited to work together with us to help build and repair houses for those families in need. Since our founding, Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity has completed 65 houses. Our homeowners include young families with small children, single parents and those with disabilities. Our homes are built with volunteer labor, tax deductible donations, and proceeds from our Restores. Homeowners invest a substantial amount of time and sweat equity into building their own homes. The house is then sold to the partner family with a no-interest loan. The money collected from the mortgage repayment is then used to help finance the construction of future Habitat homes.
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Community
Win A New Kayak
NC Maritime Museum at Southport ‘s New Fundraiser Opens Up Fun Possibilities STORY AND PHOTO BY JEFFREY STITES
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kayak opens up some incredible opportunities for exploring our area. Whether you are cruising down the Davis Canal on Oak Island, exploring the creeks running off the Intracoastal Waterway, fishing in backwater or even the ocean, or visiting some of the islands in the Cape Fear River, kayaking can bring you close to nature and be a truly relaxing escape. If don’t own a kayak yet, or just want to add to your fleet, the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport has the raffle prize for you! The museum will livestream the drawing of the winner of a beautiful wasabi green Santee 120 Sport Kayak at noon on May 1, so you have until high noon on April 30 to get your
tickets. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the Maritime Museum, 204 E Moore St. in Southport, on the Friends of the Museum website, ncmaritimemuseumsouthport.com/
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friends-of-the-museum, or the contest and refurbishing the Civil War display page at https://go.dojiggy.io/fomnc- at the museum, said Lori Sanderlin, mmspt. Museum Director. Proceeds from the raffle will go toThis kayak is 12 feet long and 28 ward building a new fishing exhibit inches wide, and weighs only 42
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Community pounds. Included is an Angler Scout paddle designed to be super sturdy, featuring a hook retrieval system and a 40-inch roller to measure your catch. Sanderlin said she is very thankful to Emma Thomas at The Adventure Company for her help in securing the kayak.
The lucky winner will pick up the kayak at the museum after the drawing. In the meantime, you can visit the museum to see the prize on display, and also learn all about our region’s Maritime heritage.
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FITNESS The “Best Diet”
Finding The Right Way To Eat For YOU STORY BY BRIAN TULLY, MS
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he weather is finally turning, the COVID vaccine is rolling out and numbers are declining. We are all longing for those days of being able to get out to enjoy the weather and socialize with friends again. But as we start thinking about those trips to the beach or the pool, we are reminded of our pandemic gluttony we have become accustomed to in these past months. Our next thought is, “YIKES, I don’t want everyone to see all this hibernation weight I put on. I need a diet that will get me results fast.” We head to Google to find the latest and greatest diet. Unfortunately, your search returns numerous options. Where do you begin? Which is the best? Maybe you ask a friend or family member who has recently lost weight. You will certainly hear responses like, “You should try Keto, my husband and I both lost so much weight doing it.” Or “Cut out all sugars, that’s the key.” Or “Plant-based has made me feel amazing, and think of all the animals you will save.”
fore changing the menu, focus on eating slowly and mindfully. Eating Slowly and Mindfully helps to: -Eat less without feeling deprived -Look and feel better (due to improved digestion) -Learn the feeling of actually being
Hungry or Full -Stop the binge eating Want to give this Slow and Mindful way of eating a try? Follow these steps: 1. Sit at a table, with no other distractions. Just you and the food. 2. Look at what you’re about to eat. Notice what you’ve chosen. 3. Take a bite of food. Chew slowly. Notice the scent, taste, texture, and temperature. 4. Put your utensils down. Pause. 5. Take a few deep, slow breaths. Consciously relax your body. 6. Check in: What, if anything, do you sense physically or emotionally? What are you thinking? 7. Take another bite of food. Again, notice the food’s characteristics. 8. Put your utensils down again. Again, take a few deep, slow breaths and relax.
9. Check in again. Notice any physical sensations, emotions, or thoughts that come up. Repeat steps 7 to 9 until your body tells you it’s time to stop. Once you feel like you have nailed this eating habit, you can then focus on what to eat and find the best eating style for you. Notice I didn’t use the word “diet” there. At the end of the day, your best approach will be to look at your goals, needs, and preferences; not some random set of rules from the latest diet craze. The Best Diet for you is the one that meets your nutritional needs, doesn’t leave you feeling deprived, and you can actually stick to long term. If you have any questions or other thoughts to share, I would love to hear from you! Brian@BetterTogetherFitness.com BetterTogetherFitness.com
Most likely their suggestion is based on personal experience. Which is great for them, but probably not great for you. The problem is this approach doesn’t take into account the differences in peoples’ goals, lifestyle, preferences, body type, etc. Honestly, with so many differences, how can anyone expect there to be a one best diet? Personally, I don’t believe in a one best diet, and I would encourage you to do the same. The best approach is a combination of many theoretical diets out there. It is better to focus on fundamental dietary principles that can be universally applied. Focusing on food quality, personal nutritional deficiencies and needs, and controlling quantity of food intake, will provide a better long-term approach. So where to start then? Most people focus on what to eat when trying to get in better shape; but research shows that this is less important than paying attention to how you eat. Be46 Southport Magazine /March /March 2021 / www.SouthportMag.com
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CALENDAR March EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES/ OUTDOOR SPACES THAT HAVE OPENED We’ve included events here that are still listed as scheduled, but please remember that all events, dates and times are subject to change.
MARCH 1
Franklin Square Gallery opens (adjacent to Franklin Square Park, Southport) The Gallery opens for the season with its annual Spring Art Show, on display through May 8. The upstairs gallery features art from Brunswick County High School students throughout March.
MARCH 1-26
Spring Into Health
This year’s run/walk is on your own schedule instead of a single-day event. Form a team, shoot some photos during your walk or run, and have fun while getting some good exercise! Find Brunswick Wellness Coalition on Facebook for registration details. Cost is $25, and each registrant will receive a medal and be entered into drawings for swag bags.
MARCH 2
Brunswick Civil War Round Table
The Brunswick Civil War Round Table March meeting features a presentation by Peter Carmichael on “Three Couples at War…and not with each other.” The presentation focuses on letter-writing among couples during the War. The Zoom meeting begins at 7 pm. Attendance is for members only, but anyone is welcome to become a member prior to the program. Email to Brunswickcwrt@gmail.com. Annual membership dues are just $25.
MARCH 6
BSL Neighbors Market
Shop local from area artisans and farmers at this open-air market next to The Office Coffee and Wine Bar, Hwy 87 in Boiling Spring Lakes.
MARCH 6
It’s Our Town, Let’s Clean It Up, Even During COVID (Southport)
Tools will be provided, so all you have to do is show up ready and willing to help with weeding, pruning, planting and other gardening jobs from 9 am-noon. Meet old jail annex at the corner of Rhett and Nash Streets at 9 am and be sure to wear a mask. Call 301-741-6698 with any questions or to get on the Southport Beautification Committee’s email notification list.
APRIL 3
Easter egg hunt — All In Bloom
MARCH 13
Mardi Gras at Oak Island
Laissez le bon temps rouler with Oak Island! A reverse parade (where the floats sit and the parade goers drive by), will be set up on Dolphin Drive starting at Middleton Avenue. Drive through between 10 am and 2 pm. Everyone is encouraged to don their Mardi Gras finery! The celebration continues with a vendors market at the Middleton Park fields, noon to 4 pm, with live music from Johnny and the Flipside starting at 2 pm.
Children can find Easter eggs and have a safe social distanced meet and greet with the Easter bunny, 11 am - 2 pm, 122 N. Howe Street, Southport.
APRIL 3
The Great Easter Scavenger Hunt — Oak Island Packet pickup is April 1, and the Scavenger Hunt will be April 3, taking participants to ten Oak Island locations. Completed scavenger cards will be turned in for candy and prizes.
APRIL 3
MARCH 18-20
Southport Spring Fling
Shop and dine at dozens of participating shops and restaurants in Southport during the Spring Fling. There will be music, specials, giveaways — spend $25 or more in any of the participating locations to be entered for a chance to win one of four gift baskets valued at $250.
MARCH 21
Blessing of the Fleet — Southport
Celebrated by yacht clubs up and down the Atlantic Coast as the beginning of the boating season, the Blessing of the Fleet is meant to ensure a safe and bountiful season. Blessed water will be sprinkled on each passing boat and a flower will be presented to a member of the crew. Boats participating should stage between 1:30 and 1:45 PM on ICW and/ or Yacht Basin just West of Provisions in Southport. Channel 78 is the hailing and instruction channel.
MARCH 27
Adult Easter egg hunt — All In Bloom Search for Easter eggs filled with gift certificates at All In Bloom, 11 am - 2 pm, 1200 N. Howe Street in Southport.
MARCH 30-APRIL 1
Easter egg Deliveries — Oak Island
The Oak Island Recreation Department will help the Easter Bunny this year by delivering eggs and crafts to
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children ages 2-10. Limited space is available in this socially-distanced program. The Department will also hold a contact-free drive-thu egg basket pickup at the Center, 3003 E. Oak Island Drive. The cost for each program is $5; call 910-278-5518 to register. Free registration is also available for an Easter Bunny drive-by.
Spring Fling Market & Music
Enjoy shopping among local food and craft vendors, 11 am to 4 pm on the Middleton Park Fields at Oak Island (SE 46th and Dolphin Drive), with live music from Dave’s Not Home starting at 2 pm. All COVID protocols will be in place, including social distancing.
APRIL 30
Deadline for Dosher Hospital Volunteer Scholarship Applications The Dosher Hospital Volunteer Organization will be offering three $4,000 scholarships to graduates or graduation candidates from any high school in Brunswick County. The requirements include those interested in any accredited health profession rather than only nursing. Application packets are available at Dosher.org/Volunteer, Scholarship Grants Available, or, students may speak to a guidance counselor at their high school. Applications must be received by J.A. Dosher Memorial Hospital, Attn: Nursing Administration, 924 N. Howe Street, Southport, NC 28461 by April 30, 2021.
Programs from the Libraries:
March programs at Barbee Library on Oak Island focus on the African American Experience, with talks scheduled on Thursdays,10 am to noon. Visit foisoi.org for more details, and sign up for these programs through Barbee Library at 910-278-4283.
The Harper Library partners with the Southport Historical Society for programs on plant lore (1 pm on March 2), the history of the Amuzu Theatre (March 25, 6:30 pm)and more. Call 910-457-6237 to register or get more information.
Ongoing Events
Barbee and Harper Libraries (Oak Island and Southport) The Libraries are open Monday through Friday, 10 am - 5 pm. Curbside delivery is still available - reserve your book and pick it up outside the library. Take-home kits for children’s story time and crafts are now available. Call 2784283 (Barbee branch) or 457-6237 (Harper).
Riverwalk Farmers Market
Riverwalk Park, 580 River Road, Belville Fridays 11 am to 6 pm, Saturdays 10 am - 6 pm and Sundays 11 am - 4 pm. Fresh seafood, seasonings and all things related to seafood, and lots of fresh produce, all with the beautiful backdrop of the Brunswick River.
Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site 8884 St. Philip’s Rd. SE, Winnabow
The grounds are open, and distancing protocols are in place inside. There is plenty to do and see outside, with historic ruins, great information on the site’s history, and some of the most beautiful riverfront property in the County. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.
NC Maritime Museums - Southport, 204 E. Moore Street
The Museum is open again! Hours are 11 am to 4 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays. Masks are required, as is social distancing. Online programs also available: Live Learning on Facebook on Tuesdays at 5 pm; Story time with Captain Meanie on YouTube on Wednesdays at 3 pm; Trivia Thursdays at 10 am on Facebook; Craft time on Facebook with Captain Meanie at 11 am on Fridays; and Sunday stretch at 11 am on Instagram.
Southport Historical Society
Second Tuesday Talks have been virtual via Zoom, 10:30-11:30 am; all are welcome. Check https://www.southporthistoricalsociety.org for more information on the Society and its pro-
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Grape & Ale
grams.
WINE, BEER AND COFFEE Southport Tap and Cellar 827 N. Howe Street
Offering craft beers brought in from across the State. Check Facebook for hours and details for online trivia games.
The Lazy Turtle Oceanfront Grille 601 Ocean Drive
Limited seating and hours, but always a great ocean view. Check Facebook for specials.
Uncorked By The Sea Wine Shop & Gallery 602 N. Howe Street
Shop inside, call 910-454-0633 or shop online at www.uncorkedbythesea.com. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 am to 5 pm. Ask about setting up you own private wine tasting event!
8521 E. Oak Island Drive
Stocked with your old favorites and new wines to try. Check www.thegrapeandale.com or find them on Facebook for daily and weekly specials.
Silver Coast Winery Tasting room 105 N. Howe Street
Brunswick County’s first and only winery and original Craft Beer Bar. Check Facebook for specials and hours.
The Wine Rack
102 W. Brown St., Southport.
The shop offers wines, cigars, coffees and accessories; the patio is open with limited seating. Check Facebook for more details.
The Office Coffee and Wine Bar
3280 George II Highway (NC 87), Boiling Spring Lakes Sit a spell with friends and enjoy a fancy coffee drink, good food, a plain cup of joe or a glass of wine, and grab a
bottle for later.
The Pub Of Southport
Open 2-11 daily; masks required with no exceptions. Check the Pub’s Facebook page for specials, 1513 N. Howe, Unit 10, Southport.
American Fish Company
150 Yacht Basin, Southport
Open daily, with amazing views on the Southport waterfront.
Tiki Tavern
104 E. 8th Street, Southport
Seating outdoors, with games and music; check Facebook for details.
Oasis
8039 River Road SE
TVs for watching the game, full bar and tasty bar food.
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TAKE-OUT GUIDE
WE OFFER THIS TAKE-OUT GUIDE AS A HELP TO OUR HUNGRY READERS LOOKING FOR A BREAK FROM COOKING THEMSELVES AND AS A HELP TO OUR RESTAURANT COMMUNITY FACING THE CHALLENGE OF REMAINING VIABLE IN THE FACE OF SOCIAL DISTANCING RESTRICTIONS. THE INFORMATION WAS AS TIMELY AND ACCURATE AS WE COULD MAKE IT AT PRESS TIME, BUT AS THIS SITUATION IS CHANGING DAILY, DETAILS MAY CHANGE DURING THE MONTH. WE URGE EVERYONE TO TRY THEIR BEST TO HELP EACH OTHER AND BE PATIENT AND KIND, AND HAVE COURAGE BAMBINI’S PIZZERIA
1513 N Howe St, Southport 477-9352 Call ahead for delivery and take-out
BAR-B-QUE HOUSE
5002 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-201-1001 www.bestbbqonthebeach.com Take-out available
BEANA’S KITCHEN
106 SE 58th St., Oak Island 910-278-7209 Text BEANNAS to 33733 to order online via the Chow Now app
BELLA CUCINA
5177 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 910-454-4540 Call or visit website to place to-go orders
BLUE COW GRILLE
108 Moore Street, Southport 910-363-4402 Call to order take-out and to find out about daily specials
BOB’S DOGS
8903 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-3456 • www.bobsdogsoki.com Call or download the Toast Take Out App to order
BURNEY’S BAKERY
808 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4222 Take-out available
CAFE KOA
302 N Howe St, Southport, 910-363-4206 Take-out available
CASTUCCI’S AN ITALIAN JOINT 4332 Long Beach Rd, Southport 910-477-6755 Call for Take-out orders
CHASER’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL
CLEM’S SEAFOOD
4351 Long Beach Rd, Southport 457-6958 Take-out available
DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA
101 E. Brown St., Southport 457-5994 www.drystreetpubandpizza.com Call to order take-out and to hear about great specials!
D’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
2831 Midway Rd Ste 106 (910) 253-8151 Call ahead and pick up or have it delivered!. Delivery available in Bolivia, Southport, St. James, Oak Island, credit card only
DUFFER’S PUB & GRILLE AT OAK ISLAND GOLF COURSE
928 Caswell Beach Rd. Caswell Beach 278-9299 Take-out available. Delivery by golf cart to area around golf course from 5-7 pm
ERIC’S GRILLE
1671 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-9024 Take-out available
FAMOUS SUBS AND PIZZA
HAAG & SONS
7901 E. Oak Island Dr. 278-1234 Call take-pout order in ahead if possible
HIPPIE CHICK GRANOLA CO.
6402 E. Oak Island Dr. 250-1165 Call or online ordering for take-out or delivery to Southport/Oak Island area
ISLAND JO COFFEE ‘N CAFE 7916 E. Oak Island Drive (910) 250-1677 Take-out available
JOE LOVES LOBSTER ROLLS 3148 George II Hwy, BSL 845-3355 Take-out and delivery available
JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE
6404 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-5231 Take-out and delivery (with $25 minimum order) available
JUMPIN’ JAVA OAK ISLAND
4022 Old Bridge Rd., Southport • 363-4841 Call ahead for take-out
KAI JOE’S
4722 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island Phone: (910) 622-1509 Call to place a take-out order. Menu at www. kaijoestacos.com
KOKO CABANA
705 Ocean Drive, Oak Island (910) 933-6222 Take out and delivery to the beach surrounding the Oak Island pier
KOPP’S KWIK STOP II
1541 N. Howe St., Southport • 457-5143 Call ahead for take-out
3196 George II Hwy., Southport, 910-845-7700 Takeout available
FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT
LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL
5710 57th Place W., Oak Island 910-278-6012 • www.bwpresort.com Call ahead for Take-out
LITTLE BIT’S GRILL
FISHY FISHY CAFE
106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-457-1881 www.fishyfishycafe.com Take-out avialble, boat pick up, too!
GRAPE AND ALE
8521 E. Oak Island Dr. Oak Island, 910-933-4384 Take-out wine, crowlers and growlers
8520 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-1500 Call for Take-out
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601 Ocean Drive, Oak Island, 910-278-7725 Take out and delivery within five miles
5902 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 910-278-6430 Take-out available
MARKETPLACE ON HOWE 310 N. Howe St. 910-538-9089 Take-out seafood and produce
MOORE STREET MARKET
130 E. Moore St., Southport, 910-363-4203 Order online at moorestreetmarket.net for take-out. Lunch delivery from 11 am-3 pm in a limited area
MOORE STREET OYSTER BAR 110 E. Moore Street, Southport (910) 363-5115 Call for take-out and delivery
MR. P’S BISTRO
309 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0801 www.mrpsbistro.com Ordering begins at 3 pm for pick-up beginning at 5 pm
NANCY JO’S HOMEMADE BAKERY
8600 e. Oak Island Dr., Apt #4 910-477-2174 Take-out and delivery. Call for daily specials.
OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB
5422 E. Oak Island Dr., 910-278-4005 Take-out available
OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT
6302 E. Oak Island Dr. , 910-201-9925 Call ahead for take-out
OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS
5705 E. Oak Island Dr. 910-278-9040 www.okisubshop.com Call, order online, or download the app by searching Oak Island Sub Shop in the app store for take-out
PELICAN SEAFOOD
6235 Oak Island Dr., 910-933-4615 Take home some fresh seafood!
PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH 4320 East Beach Drive • 250-1190 www.pepperonigrillnc.com Take-out and delivery. Call or order online
THE PEPPERONI GRILL
3156 George II Hwy, Boiling Spring Lakes 845-5151 • www.pepperonigrillnc.com Call or order online for take-out and delivery
THE PIRATES DECK
5827 E. Oak Island Dr, Oak Island 910-933-4615 Take-out and elivery to Oak Island
PIZZA SHACK
6212 E. Oak Island Dr., • 278-6781 Call for take-out and delivery
PORTS OF CALL
116 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-4544 www.portsofcallbistro.com Call for take-out, full menu and special family-style dinners available
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POTTERS SEAFOOD
94 Yacht Basin St., 457-0101 Pick up a variety of fresh seafood
RUSSELL’S PLACE
5700 E. Oak Island Drive 910-278-3070 Take-out available
SOUTHPORT CHEESE SHOP
417 N. Howe St., 910-477-6387 www.southportcheeseshop.com Call ahead with credit card or exact change curbside
SOUTHPORT SIAM
RUSTY HOOKS DOCKSIDE GRILL
4907 Fish Factory Rd Southport, (910) 477-6616 www.rustyhooksdockside.com Call or order online for take-out, curb and dock pick-up and delivery in a limited area
SAN FELIPE
1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 1, Southport & 4961 Long Beach Rd. SE 910-454-0950 Take-out available
1131 Atlantic Ave, Southport 910-363-5063 Take-out available
SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE 1102 N. Howe St., Southport 910-363-5035 Take-out available
SOUTHPORT TAP AND CELLAR
827 N. Howe St., 910-477-6419 Call ahead for curbside pick-up. Beer delivery to Southport, Oak Island and BSL
STARR CAKES BAKERY SHAGGER JACKS
200 Country Club Dr., Suite E, Oak Island 512-8881 www.staarrcakes.com Take-out available
8004 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-933-4103 www.shaggerjacksoki.com Call for take-out orders. Picnic tables placed 6’ apart available outside
SWAIN SEAFOOD SHACK
THAI PEPPERS
115 E. Moore St., Southport 457-0095 • www.thaipeppersnc.us Take-out available
THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR 3280 George II HWY (BSL) Southport NC 910-351-8093 www.theofficecoffeeandwinebar.com Take-out available
THE SAUCY SOUTHERNER
501 N Howe Street, Southport (910) 477-6065 Call ahead for take-out
TRANQUIL HARBOR
5908 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island Call (910) 250-1294 Take-out and delivery to Oak Island and St. James
TROLLY STOP
111 S. Howe St., Southport 910-457-7017 www.trollystophotdogs.com Take-out and delivery within 5 miles
TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ 1671 N. Howe St. #1A, Southport 910-363-4908 www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com Call for take-out and delivery
TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING
6220 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-4944 Take-out and delivery on Oak Island
UNCORKED BY THE SEA
602 N. Howe St. Southport, 910-454-0633 www.uncorkedbythesea.com Order on-line or call for in-store, curbside pick-up or local delivery Must be over 21.
THE WINE RACK
102 W. Brown St. Southport, 910-457-5147 Take-out and delivery
8317 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, Phone: (910) 448-5056 Take-out and delvery to Oak Island and Long Beach Rd.
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DINING GUIDE
Now that we can go out to eat again... Check out the Dining Guide and what delicious food the local area has to offer! seafood, homemade soups and salad bar.
THE PIRATES DECK
5827 E. Oak Island Dr, Oak Island 910-933-4615 A great local hangout . Everything from Nachos to burgers, to seafood to steaks. Great Bar.
MODERN AMERICAN
Flat bread at Dry Street Pub and Pizza
SEAFOOD SPECIALTY FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT
5710 57th Place W., Oak Island 910-278-6012 • www.bwpresort.com Offering items such as award-winning chowder and signature crab dip.
M FISHY FISHY CAFE
106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-457-1881 www.fishyfishycafe.com A sophisticated take on the dockside seafood café, Fishy Fishy serves up plates like Buffalo shrimp, Cajun grouper bites, and Bacon Wrapped Shrimp.
M FRYING PAN
319 West Bay St., Southport 910-363-4382 Featuring homemade sweet potato biscuits and fried seafood, as well as other delicacies such as pan seared grouper.
M ISLAND WAY RESTAURANT
1407 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island 910-278-7770 www.islandwayres.com Offering fine steaks, from filet mignon to flat iron, and fresh seafood, from lobster to crab cakes, with attentive service.
JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE
6404 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-5231 Family owned since 1964; offering seafood fried, broiled or grilled, plus charbroiled steaks.
KOKO CABANA
705 Ocean Drive, Oak Island (910) 933-6222 Open Tues - Sun. Seafood Specialties, Steaks, Sandwiches, Salads
MOJO’S ON THE HARBOR
16 Marina Way, Bald Head Island 910-457-7217 www.mojoontheharbor.com Featuring Southern classics :fried pickles, shellfish steam pots to global dishes like Italian meat antipasto and Mediterraneans shrimp and grits.
MOORE STREET OYSTER BAR
110 E. Moore Street, Southport (910) 363-5115 Moore Street Oyster Bar is an oyster pub rooted in the traditions of coastal Southern cooking, epitomized by the seaside town of Southport.
M PROVISION COMPANY 130 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-457-0654
OLIVER’S ON THE CAPE FEAR
THE WINE RACK
101 West Bay Street, Southport 910-477-9299 oliversonthecapefear.com Fine dining on the Cape Fear—where exquisite southern cuisine meets the salubrious dishes. We also offer great burgers, steaks, and other southern favorites.
102 W. Brown St. Southport, 910-457-5147 Offering a selection of wine, cigars, coffees, and accessories, this quaint shop is perfect for a night out. Great service and over 600 wines to choose from.
M MR. P’S BISTRO
602 N. Howe St. Southport, 910-454-0633 Offering a wide variety of fine wines and craft beers for in-store shopping, curbside pick-up and shopping on-line. Delivering locally. Enjoy sipping wine in the shop while admiring local art or in the courtyard. Wines are available to taste every day. Special orders welcome
309 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0801 www.mrpsbistro.com Fine low-country cuisine, from crab-stuffed fish du jour to crab cakes and prime rib.
SHAGGER JACKS
8004 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-933-4103 www.shaggerjacksoki.com With over 50 beer selections, Shagger Jacks offers an assortment of dishes from steamers to ribs and sweet curry chicken to tacos.
SWAIN’S CUT SEAFOOD
TRANQUIL HARBOR
5119 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, Phone: (910) 448-5056 Good food for good people. Locally caught
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SILVER COAST WINERY
105 S. Howe St. Southport, 910-777-5151 Brunswick County’s first and only winery and original Craft Beer Bar. Craft Beer and Wine tastings all day, every day! Check out our Facebook page for updated events, specialty beer tastings, and live music.
RUSTY HOOKS DOCKSIDE GRILL
SWAIN SEAFOOD SHACK
8521 E. Oak Island Dr. Oak Island, 910-933-4384 Quaint and eclectic store offering a large selection of wines, beers, and spirits. Perfect for either relaxation or for on the go! Tastings on Fridays 5-8pm,
614 N. Howe St. Southport, 910-620-4541 Full Service Catering and Event Venue. Pairing with The Confectionary for off-site and onsite specials occasions. They will work with you to tailor make your event, one to remember. Whether it is at your house or ours..
8317 E. Oak Island Dr, (910) 933-6300 Serving fresh, local seafood and delicious and creative baked treats.
4907 Fish Factory Rd Southport, (910) 477-6616 www.rustyhooksdockside.com Fun dining featuring fresh local seafood and generational recipes, guaranteed to leave a lasting smile on your face. Come join our small piece of paradise along the coast of Carolina; our team looks forward to greeting you. We welcome boaters to pull up to our docks or contact the Marina Dockmaster on Channel 16, and all others to come down Fish Factory Road and join us for a relaxing meal with a gorgeous view!
GRAPE AND ALE
THE LIVE OAK ON HOWE
www.provisioncompany.com
Offering a la carte seafood sandwiches, conch fritters, steamed shrimp and more.
WINE & BEER
5908 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island Call (910) 250-12944 Casual family restaurant with a variety of dishes, seafood and daily specials.
TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING
6220 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-4944 Casual dining in a tropical setting, with Caribbean inspired seafood as well as steaks, chicken, pork and salads.
UNCORKED BY THE SEA
CAFES, DELIS & GRILLS BEANA’S KITCHEN
106 SE 58th St., Oak Island 910-278-7209 Open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Beana’s serves breakfast and lunch.
BLUE COW GRILLE
108 Moore Street, Southport 910-363-4402 Serving specialty Burgers,.sanwiches and seafood. Lunch and Dinner
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DINING GUIDE BOB’S DOGS
8903 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-3456 • www.bobsdogsoki.com With custom hot dogs featuring an array of ingredients to homestyle sandwiches like chicken salad and burgers.
CHASER’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL
8520 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-1500 Enjoy BBQ sandwiches, wings, fish ‘n’ chips and more at this sports grill.
ERIC’S GRILLE
1671 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-9024 Offers old fashioned, hand patted hamburgers, plus bbq, hot dogs, chili cheese fries and breakfast sandwiches and platters.
FAT ANDY’S BURGERS
4655 Southport-Supply Rd SE,, Southport 910-269-7008 Handmade burgers using 100% ground chuck, plus freshly cut French fries.
JERSEY MIKES
5130 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 910-477-6261 Subs and sandwiches, fresh salads.
CAFE KOA
302 N Howe St, Southport, 910-363-4206 Gourmet Sandwich Shop & Market With Yummy Goods & Gifts! Soups, Salads & Sandwiches Served Daily!
KOPP’S KWIK STOP II
3196 George II Hwy., Southport, 910-845-7700 Kopp’s grill serves up a full breakfast (available for school kids before class starts, too), plus homemade lunches throughout the day.
LITTLE BIT’S GRILL
5902 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 910-278-6430 A classic burger joint, onion rings and other sides. Breakfast is served, pancakes and bacon.
LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL
601 Ocean Drive, Oak Island, 910-278-7725 Oceanfront dining and entertainment that is easy on the wallet and hard to forget. Tiki bar, arcade with two pool tables and plenty of seating to host your work, friend or family fun!
LOCAL’S FAMILY DINER
832 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0444 www.localsfamilydiner.com With a warm and friendly atmosphere, Local’s Family Diner serves breakfast all day long and a seafood and entrée menu for lunch and dinner.
sandwiches crafted with Boar’s Head deli meats.
OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB
5422 E. Oak Island Dr., 910-278-4005 Offering hamburgers, sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, seafood and daily drink specials.
OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT
6302 E. Oak Island Dr. , 910-201-9925 Here, flounder is prepared the old f fashioned way. Enjoy breakfast, too.
OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS
5705 E. Oak Island Dr. 910-278-9040 From BLT’s with avocado to Cajun and Reuben sandwiches, & other quality sandwiches.
OASIS BAR AND GRILL
8039 River Rd. SE, Southport 910-454-4004 Shrimp in every style, plus sandwiches; try entrées such as scampi and filet mignon.
THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR
3280 George II HWY (BSL) Southport NC 910-351-8093 www.theofficecoffeeandwinebar.com We serve Roast Magazine’s 2016 Roaster of the year, Espresso, Coffee Drinks(Hot, Frozen, Iced) Smoothies, Variety of Red/White Wines & Craft Beer. Also Pastries, Trays, Breakfast and Lunch Wraps.
OLD BRIDGE DINER
132 Country Club Dr., Oak Island 910-250-1184 A casual diner featuring breakfast & lunch, from fluffy omelets to burgers and fried chicken sandwiches. Open 6am - 2pm.
OLDE BRUNSWICK GENERAL STORE 1450 50 Lakes Dr., Boiling Spring Lakes 910-845-2707 Made-to-order breakfast and lunch grill.
RUSSELL’S PLACE
5700 E. Oak Island Drive 910-278-3070 Serving breakfast and lunch until 2 p.m., Russell’s Place serves up lots of home cooking.
THE SAUCY SOUTHERNER
501 N Howe Street, Southport (910) 477-6065 Offering breakfast & lunch with a southern twist. Real Good Feel Good, Food.
TROLLY STOP
111 S. Howe St., Southport 910-457-7017 www.trollystophotdogs.com A staple in NC, Trolly Stop is renowned across the nation for its one of a kind hot dogs.
M MOORE STREET MARKET
130 E. Moore St., Southport, 910-363-4203 Open for breakfast and lunch, specializing in organic and fairtrade coffee as well as gourmet
BARBECUE M SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE
1102 N. Howe St., Southport 910-363-5035 www.southportsmokehouse.com Real wood smoked BBQ and brisket, great side items, and a great family environment.
M BAR-B-QUE HOUSE
5002 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-201-1001 www.bestbbqonthebeach.com Hormel ribs are slow d in house and meats are offered with a variety of sauces, from Eastern NC vinegar to Lexington-style red.
CHINESE
CASTUCCI’S AN ITALIAN JOINT 4332 Long Beach Rd, Southport 910-477-6755 Family Italian restaurant
D’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
2831 Midway Rd Ste 106 (910) 253-8151 Serving Itaiian entrees, pizza and sandwiches.
FALCONE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
5013 Southport Crossing Way, Southport 910) 363-8000 Serving home cooked Itailan specialties in a friendly atmosphere.
M JOSEPH’S ITALIAN BISTRO
5003 O’Quinn Blvd., Southport, 454-4440 www.josephsitalianbistro.com Armed with decades of experience and “secret” family recipes, Joseph’s Italian Bistro appeals with candlelit dining and fresh Italian continental cuisine.
ASIAN TASTE
1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 3, 910-457-0988 asiantastesouthportnc.com Takeout traditional Chinese food, with staples such as lo mein, sesame chicken, and General Tso’s.
SOUTHPORT GOURMET AND SUSHI BAR
1643 N. Howe St, Southport (910) 477-9045 Serving a varietry of home-cokked Asian specialties and featuring a full sushi bar.
TASTE OF CHINA
4956 Long Beach Rd., Southport, 457-1838 Serving Cantonese, Szechuan and Hunanstyle Chinese food.
INTERNATIONAL M PORTS OF CALL
116 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-4544 www.portsofcallbistro.com Offering choices that are largely influenced by dishes from across the globe. Menu items and specials can whisk your palette from Casablanca to Barcelona, Santorini to Mumbai, and from Marseilles to Munich or Charleston. Finish with a fresh baked dessert in the romantic atmosphere.
ITALIAN M BELLA CUCINA
MIDWAY GRILLE
2827 Midway Rd SE Suite 100, (910) 253-0777 Serving “classic American food that Rocks!” for lunch and dinner. Sandwiches and entrees available
4381 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 910-457-9953 www.wildlifegrill.webs.com Serving a full range of items on our menu from breakfast to home cooked meals.
M TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ
1671 N. Howe St. #1A, Southport 910-363-4908 www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com Bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal. Our items are made to order with fresh, simple, superior ingredients.
5177 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 910-454-4540 www.belladiningnc.com Focusing on family Italian recipes, Bella Cucina serves up everything from fine and fresh local seafood to hand tossed, New York style pizzas. Aside from a decadent wine list, Bella Cucina also offers specialty martinis.
WILDLIFE RESTAURANT & GRILL
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DINING GUIDE IRISH PUB OF SOUTHPORT
1513 N. Howe St., Unit 10, Southport 910-457-6554 Offering traditional pub fare with Irish flair, like Guinness chicken wings and mussels cooked in a Smithwicks bouillon. Don’t forget the Reuben or corned beef and cabbage!
JAPANESE TENGU JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE
4956 Long Beach Rd. SE, 457-9398 Sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, hibachi, tempura and udon noodles all available.
MEXICAN DELPHINA CANTINA
910-454-0950 Serving authentic dishes, such as fajitas, enchiladas and chalupas, fresh salsa and margaritas; serves traditional Mexican dishes.
SIDE STREAT TAKE OUT
524 N Howe St., Southport 910-363-4113 Tex-Mex style cuisines at a local take-out joint. Serving a variety of fish, beef, and veggie bowls. Also offering quesadillas, tacos and hot, homemade soup. Take out or relish your meal under the shaded, outside dinning area.
TACO & BURITTO SHACK 3261 Hwy 87, BSL 910-351-0179
THAI SOUTHPORT SIAM
1131 Atlantic Ave, Southport 910-363-5063 Open for lunch and dinner. Offering over 20 Thai specialties including Pad Thai and Green Curry. Also offers Hibachi steak, chicken and shrimp.
CHUCK’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM
THAI PEPPERS
M DAIRY QUEEN
115 E. Moore St., Southport 457-0095 • www.thaipeppersnc.us Serving decadent and creative Oriental food of the finest quality, prepared with care. A broad range of traditional Thai dishes and sushi are available.
BAKERIES/ COFFEE
PIZZERIAS BAMBINI’S PIZZERIA
AHOY DOUGHNUTS
10 Marina Wynd, Bald Head Island 910-457-1222 delphinacantina.webs.com Mexican cuisine with Spanish and Cuban flare, such as Churrasco Cubano and Pescado Especial—both with plantains.
1513 N Howe St, Southport 477-9352 A New York Style Pizzeria featuring homemade pizza, pasta, desserts, etc. Also serving a selection of beer and wine.
5821 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 250-1005 • www.ahoydoughnuts.com Fresh yeast raised, filled and cake donuts, apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, monkey muffins, twists and more. Handmade daily, family owned.
KAI JOE’S
DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA
BURNEY’S BAKERY
4722 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island Phone: (910) 622-1509 Traditional Mexican dishes and specialties.
SAN FELIPE
1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 1, Southport & 4961 Long Beach Rd. SE
101 E. Brown St., Southport 457-5994 www.drystreetpubandpizza.com Known for handmade, original pizzas—including Margherita, “very veggie,” and Greek. Also offers salads, soups and gourmet sandwiches.
FAMOUS SUBS AND PIZZA
1541 N. Howe St., Southport • 457-5143 Recognized regionally for outstanding gyros, calzones and pizzas.
PIZZA SHACK
6212 E. Oak Island Dr., • 278-6781 Offering a variety of pies from classic favorites to Greek white and Hawaiian.
THE PEPPERONI GRILL
3156 George II Hwy, Boiling Spring Lakes 845-5151 • www.pepperonigrillnc.com Offering eat in, take out and delivery. As well, offering oven toasted subs and calzones.
PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH
4320 East Beach Drive • 250-1190 www.pepperonigrillnc.com Open 7 days a week year round. Offering eat in, take out as well as delivery.
PIZZA HUT
4960 Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 457-9432 Family-friendly chain known for its made-toorder pizzas. Dine in, Take Out and Delivery.
PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA
4961 Old Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 454-0757 Take-out/delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, wings & breadsticks, plus desserts.
DOMINO’S (SOUTHPORT)
1671 N Howe St #1b, Southport (910) 457-0083
DOMINO’S (OAK ISLAND)
8610 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island (910) 278-9111 Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizza, plus chicken & other sides. 54 Southport Magazine /March /March 2021 / www.SouthportMag.com
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808 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4222 Known for their light and flaky filled croissants with a sweet sugar glaze, plus more.
ISLAND JO COFFEE ‘N CAFE
7916 E. Oak Island Drive (910) 250-1677 Homemade bagels, breakfast sandwiches, quiche, specialty coffees and sandwiches.
JUMPIN’ JAVA OAK ISLAND
4022 Old Bridge Rd., Southport • 363-4841 We carry a large variety of gluten free/vegan baked goods, as well as homemade coffee cakes and muffins. Delicious and decadent specialty drinks: lattes, mochas, frapps, hot chocolate, Chai teas and more.
ICE CREAM 5021 Southport Crossing Way, Southport (910) 363-0208 Featuring delicious home made ice cream.
5701 E. Oak Island Dr.,• 278-5371 Featuring the iconic Blizzards, waffle-bowl sundaes, and more frozen treats. *Call for other nearby locations.
FLAVA’S COFFEE AND ICE CREAM
310 W. Bay St., Southport • 457-5150 Flava’s allows guests the choice between many flavors, including death by chocolate, birthday cake, cookies and cream, and more.
LIL & JOHN’S SWEETREAT HOMEMADE ICE CREAM
6324 East Oak Island Drive. Family-owned and operated. Featuring 16 flavors of ultra-premium, homemade ice cream. We use only dairy from grass-fed North Carolina cows and never add artificial flavors or colors.
SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR
201 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-7611 More than just ice cream, Spike’s offers great hot dogs as well. Closed for the Season.
THE SCOOP SHOP
4922 East Oak Island Dr, OKI 910-250-1321 The best ice cream on the beach! Plus made to order cake donuts and fresh hot donuts!
PORT CITY JAVA
113 N. Howe Street, Southport 454-0321 www.portcityjava.com We serve coffees, espresso drinks, fruit smoothies, milkshakes, fresh juices, breakfast and lunch sandwiches and wraps all day. Open year round. Complimentary WiFi. Comfortable inside and outside seating. Coffee catering available.
RUBY’S COFFEEHOUSE AND EATERY
At the Oak Island Pier, 705 Ocean Dr. Oak Island Serving bagels, croissants, sandwiches, hot dogs and coffee right at the pier.
SIDE STREET BAKERY
417-A N. Howe Street, Southport 363-4629 Locals suggest the cupcakes, lemon bars, key lime pie, and carrot cake.
STAARR CAKES BAKERY
200 Country Club Dr., Suite E, Oak Island 512-8881 www.staarrcakes.com Made from scratch cupcakes, biscuits, and pies using the finest ingredients available. Cof-
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