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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
EDITOR
Carla Edstrom
Jeffrey Stites
Kass Fincher editor@lelandmag.com
Lisa P. Stites
ASSISTANT EDITOR
Jeffrey Stites Brian Tully, MS, EP-C
Lisa P. Stites
Courtney Milliron
Nature’s Escapes It’s been a rough few weeks. We all need a little mental and emotional decompression. In this issue you’ll find some places we think will help you get some fresh air, enjoy nature’s beauty and remain safe in the time of social distancing. The NC governor’s stay at home order not only allows, but encourages getting into the outdoors. We recommend the same. Everyone stay healthy, safe and, most of all, hopeful.
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CURRENTS Artist Breathes Life Into The Art Of Weaving Turning Pine Straw Into Useful And Beautiful Objects STORY BY COURTNEY MILLIRON
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eva Cook, a Southport local of 10 years, has found a new passion in the art of weaving pine needle baskets. Her first exposure to the art form was when she noticed a small basket on a coworker’s desk. “I saw this little round basket that she kept paperclips in,” she said. “I asked ‘What is that basket?’ She told me it was pine needles, made by her great grandmother, who was Native American. I couldn’t believe it. Nobody has the patience to make a basket out of pine needles.” After her retirement from working in law enforcement for more than 20 years, Reva began to take a pine needle weaving class. The instructor, Donna Davis, encouraged Reva every step of the way, even during her first class. “This lady was vivacious, she was friendly, she was just great,” Reva said. “I made my first basket that was so ugly. It had pines sticking out everywhere, it had a few holes in it. And she just ooh’d and ahh’d ‘Oh look at this basket that Reva made!’ I still go to class. I’ve been going to class since 2015. Donna is the most generous, encourag-
ing person in the world. And I think that’s the only reason I stayed with it.” When Hurricane Matthew struck in 2016, having already collected pine needles and being housebound, Reva began to practice her weaving. During this time she fell in love with the art of weaving. “I’ve never done anything artsy-craftsy...But I could pick up something and it would kind of tell me what it wanted to be,” Reva said. “You know people would ask, ‘What are you going to do with that?’ and I say, ‘Well it hasn’t told me what it wants to be yet.’” Her favorite part of her artistic process is
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listening to the potential that her pieces have. “It’ll say, ‘I need air or I need movement.’ So, kind of hearing what the piece wants to become is the fun part.” When designing her baskets, she must decide how she will drill it or make holes in order to be able to weave around the piece. She uses different colored threads
and pine needles to give each piece life. “Pine needles sort of have a mind of their own,” said Reva. “No two pieces are ever the same. “The last storm, it brought down cedar and oak trees. You’d find the most interesting designs in that wood. I’m never short of things to weave on.” She also makes art out of roots, twigs,
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CURRENTS and driftwood, inspired by the nature around her. Reva is most inspired by her father, who similarly discovered his artistic talents later in life. “When I’m working on something, it’s so often that I catch myself thinking about Dad. There were 12 of us. He didn’t have time to be an artist when he was younger and raising
us. But as he got older, he would whittle and paint. And would paint most of his things on brown paper sacks. He would cut up a brown paper sack and next thing you knew he would sketch a man with a gun over his shoulder and he’d have the brimmed hat and you’d see the birds out.” When she was approached to sell her
baskets, Reva hadn’t thought about it as a business venture. For every art piece sold, a portion goes to charity. Reva supports the North Carolina chapter of the Mooseheart: a nonprofit dedicated to providing care and resources for children in need connected to the Moose Lodge organization, of which her husband is a member. “It has been very rewarding to me to be able to give back, because I had no clue that I had the talent to do this,” said Reva. “I donate a lot to the fire departments, to Warrior Ride. I donate a lot of what I do, because it’s just a gift to me to make something that somebody loves.” Her passion for charity is evident throughout her life, having worked as a police detective and with troubled children at the Eckerd Wilderness Camp. Reva has devoted her time and efforts to making others’ lives better. Along with her passion for charity and art, Reva takes issues concerning the envi-
ronment seriously. “Sustainability is absolutely, without a doubt, imperative. I seldom buy anything new.” Reva utilizes everything from leather to belt buckles and broaches in her pieces. Her ability to repurpose the most unexpected items into an art piece is one to be admired. She instills this environmentally friendly message, as well as highlights the origins of the Native American art, with a card attached to her baskets: ‘Long leaf pine needles are recycled and repurposed items that are stitched together using the age old technique of pine needle weaving. Marrying the ancient craft with today’s recycling movement, it is an environmentally friendly way to create unique art pieces for today that can become heirlooms of tomorrow.’ You can see more of Reva’s work at the Moose Lodge on Thursday nights or email her at revaccook@gmail.com for more information.
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The Green Swamp Nature Preserve
A Bit Of The Wilds Right Down The Road
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f you’ve ever traveled north on Highway 211 to I-74, you no doubt have encountered and endured the long miles of forest and, often, an electronic dead zone. Many are annoyed by this. However, the area you are traveling through – known as the Green Swamp – actually contains one of the most biodiverse environments in our state.
According to the Nature Conservancy, the Swamp contains some of the nation’s finest examples of longleaf pine savannas, supporting many orchids and insectivorous plants. There are 14 different species of the latter, including Venus flytrap, sundew, butterworts, bladderworts and pitcher plants. The 16,000-acre Swamp was donated to the Nature Conservancy in the late 70s and early 80s by Federal Paper Board, who operated the Riegelwood paper mill at the time and owned thousands of acres of timberland. The Nature Conservancy manages the Swamp through practices like controlled burning and restoring pine savannas. The Conservancy describes why controlled burning is beneficial to the area. “Many of the plants in the Green Swamp benefit from periodic burning; pond pine’s cones burst and release seeds after being exposed to very high temperatures, and wiregrass flowers vigorously after a fire. Longleaf pine seeds need bare ground to germinate and plenty of sunlight to grow, typical traits of plants that evolved in a landscape with frequent fires. The grasses and sedges of the Green Swamp have roots that are protected from the hottest fires, as do the orchids and insectivorous plants. Fire knocks back shrubby vegetation so light can reach the forest floor, allowing these understory plant species to persist.” That shrubby vegetation creates a dense wetland bog, called a pocosin. It is comprised of organic matter, or muck, that has accumulated over thousands of years, leaving the soil nutrient deficient. Though they look unappealing from the road as we drive by, these bogs provide important benefits to the ecosystem there, including wildlife habitats for rare species like the American alligator, Henslow’s sparrow, Bachman’s sparrow, and Hessel’s hairstreak butterfly.
If you want to see it for yourself, the Swamp is open to visitors year-round, from sun up to sun down. The flytraps bloom in May/June, but it can be a bit buggy then. Visitors to the Green Swamp can take a primitive trail to the open savannas. It’s about a mile and a half, flat but slippery at times. Following are the Conservancy’s guidelines for your visit. • Always remain on the trail. The preserve’s plants and animals are fragile, and it’s easy to get lost wandering away from the markers. • Visitors should wear closed-toed shoes; waterproof shoes are favorable. • The swamp can be buggy late May through the first frost; wearing layers and bringing insect repellent is advised.
• Dogs are permitted on the trail but must be leashed. • Camping is not allowed. • Overnight parking at the trailhead is not allowed. • Part of the Green Swamp is open to hunting through the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s Game Land program. See their website for hunting schedules. Directions to the Green Swamp trailhead: From Lelandfollow US 17 south to Supply, NC. From Southport/ Oak Island,
follow HWY 211 north. From the intersection of HWY 211 and US 17 (there is a Hardees’ and Kangaroo gas station at this intersection) follow HWY 211 north for 5 miles. The parking area for the trailhead will be on the right; there is a small parking area sign just before the turn off. A kiosk at the trailhead gives you more information about the preserve. For more information on the Conservancy, visit https://www.nature. org/en-us/.
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hether you need a safe place to get outside despite social distancing rules, or things have returned to normal and you just want a nice place to relax or exercise, Brunswick Nature Park may be just what the doctor ordered.
With walking, biking and equestrian trails, as well as a handicapped-accessible kayak launch on Town Creek, Brunswick Nature Park offers something for everyone. The land the nature park occupies was acquired by the Coastal Land Trust, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving coastal lands in North Carolina, and given to Brunswick County in 2004. The Coastal Land Trust continues to assist the county in maintaining a developing the trail networks. The nature park is 912 acres, roughly the size of New York’s Central Park, and is open dawn to dusk 365 days a year. Access to the park is off NC 133 just above the Town Creek bridge. The entrance sneaks up on you whichever direction you approach it, so keep an eye out. The street address is 2601 River Road. This is a truly nature-centered park. None of the roads or trails are paved. There is a picnic shelter and a bathroom building, but as far as creature comforts, that’s about it. But that’s the beauty of the place. You can leave the world behind here, and that might be a huge help just about now.
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Art Beat Showcasing Local Nature With Art
Dory Hemingway features coastal wildlife in her paintings and pottery artwork STORY BY CARLA ENSTROM
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beautiful coastline and fabulous weather make for a very popular place to retire. That same beauty has also been revered as a constant motivation behind many relocated artists’ inspiration for their work. Such is the case of artist Dory Hemingway, whose work showcases our beautiful coastal wildlife perfectly through her paintings and pottery. From an old lighthouse to the majesty of an egret, Hemingway’s strong pottery forms juxtapose her delicate nature subjects beautifully. “I grew up in Michigan and retired to Caswell Beach, where I live on the marsh and am inspired every day by the view and all the different coastal creatures I see every day,” said Hemingway.
“From a pair of owls to egrets to deer to coyotes and foxes, they all come through my backyard. I am retired, and love the creative process, and all my pieces are one of a kind. Every piece I make inspires the next piece. I have a stack of pictures of coastal wildlife that will take at least a year for the ideas they have given me.” Primarily a painter, everything changed for Hemingway eleven years ago when she decided to take a pottery class. “I discovered clay and pottery when I retired to NC. I have been painting since I was in college but at shows I was always drawn to sculptures and tiles,” she said. “I still paint acrylics, watercolors, batik and glass. One of the windows in my house is a glass painting of a Blue Heron. Clay has become my favorite medium. I got frustrated with all the framing expenses and was always trading a painting for pottery during competitions and art shows. Clay gives me the opportunity to sculpt slab and paint. And no more cat hairs under the glass, “ she said. “Just in the last two years, I have combined the painting with the sculpture and tiles. I learn a little more with each piece.” Just as many artists before her, Hemingway has always been creative. “I have been creating since I was very young. I will paint on any surface and always enjoy the learning process. I finally settled on watercolors and stud-
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ied with any instructor local or national whose work I admired. I hope I never stop wanting to learn a new technique or conquer a new idea,” she said. Hemingway currently uses her painting expertise in her pottery glazing techniques and her results are truly unique and beautiful. Her pieces look like a watercolor painting on her pottery. “I am using underglazes like watercolors not just filling in colors but combining them and using them in layers,” she said. “Trying to think a lot about lights and darks. So even though my subject matter isn’t changing, the way I present it hopefully will,” said Hemingway. “I am a hand builder and I work with the slabs of clay. After I have my flat rectangle of clay, I draw my center of interest and decide on
the background and begin building and carving. Once my scene is done and the clay is the right dryness to hold a shape, I make the vessel, clean up the clay and put it to dry. I see a finished creation and can’t wait to get there so I am completely focused on the process to get to the finish.” Like a storyteller, Hemingway carefully plans out each scene she paints on her pottery. “I am trying to think about a whole scene in my new reliefs a path through a forest instead of a tree. And I am thinking of what’s in front when carving on a vessel. I am now thinking of a scene when I look to create a piece. Not just a tree but a path through a forest, or a heron on the bank of the marsh. It is all that is outside my windows that inspires my pieces or paintings on the clay.”
You can see all of Hemingway’s artwork at the Franklin Square Gallery in Southport. “The Associated Artists of Southport is a wonderful group to which I belong, and a perfect outlet
for my work,” she said. “I am looking forward to the Spring Show in March which will open the 2020 season.”
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he following are some common reasons I have heard from people as to why they have chosen to not work with a trainer. Ironically, these may actually be the exact reasons you should be working with one. Reason #1: I have never really exercised before and I am afraid of looking foolish.
Reason #3: I am just too busy and I don’t think I will be able to commit or find the time.
Personal trainers will educate you on how to exercise and teach you proper form so that you understand the movements and ensure you don’t get hurt. They will encourage you and support you as you learn. They will be patient as you take this very important step to take back your life. Sometimes not knowing where or how to start is the biggest roadblock for people starting to exercise. A good trainer will be excited to help you clear this roadblock and support you along the way. If you are still leery of judgmental eyes; there are many options to alleviate this. You could choose to work with a trainer in a private setting such as a one-on-one studio, you could work with an online trainer, or have a trainer come to your house.
A good trainer will help you work within your life’s demands and schedule. With proper planning and strategy, you will be able to work together to determine how to best fit exercise and nutrition into your busy schedule in a way that works for you. A good trainer can also create a more time-efficient exercise program, so you will be more likely to fit it in. He or she may also be able to develop an online program so you can follow a program on your own time, meaning you can workout at a time that fits your schedule not the trainer’s.
Reason #2: I am out of shape and worried that I won’t be able to keep up. Good trainers will determine exactly where you are starting with your current fitness level and meet you there. They will work with you to find the right path and gradually progress you over time. A good trainer wants to build you up with successes, not beat you down with failures. And these small successes over time will help you get in shape.
Reason #4: I have an injury or physical restriction and I am worried about getting hurt or making things worse. Personal trainers will work to understand any physical restrictions you may be dealing with, then develop and prescribe a program that helps to improve the issue. If needed, they will find a way to work around the issue so as not to aggravate it. With proper exercise selection and technique, you would be able to move forward with exercise without adding a new injury or making the current issue worse. Better yet, a really good trainer may even be able resolve the cause of the physical restriction that has been holding you back. Many people believe a personal trainer simply gives out Biggest Loser- style beat
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downs. If you aren’t crying or throwing up the trainer hasn’t done their job. Or you see the people on social media that are in great shape and are posting workouts that they do (after decades of hard work) and you try to follow along…feeling discouraged when you can’t. They are basically doing this to show how “Super-Fit” they are and make you feel unfit and wishing you could do what they do. Neither of these scenarios is a good example of a trainer you should want to work with…unless for some reason you like crying, throwing up, and living with pain. Hopefully, you now realize what a good trainer can do for you. Take note
of the repetitive reference to “good trainer,” as it really makes a difference. If you are maybe second guessing your choice of not working with a trainer, you will definitely want to find a good one. I suggest the following steps to finding yourself a quality trainer you to work with: 1. Are they educated? Have they been certified by a reputable and qualified organization? There are websites out there that validate trainer’s certifications and experience. One example is https://pro.ideafit.com/fitnessconnect
2. What kind of experience do they have? What are their reviews and testimonials saying? If you have a certain physical restriction or specific goal, have they worked with clients before with similar needs or goals? 3. Ask your social network. Has someone you know used a trainer and they were happy with the level of knowledge and attention they received? 4. Meet with them and ask questions. If they seem more focused on the sale than understanding you and your unique needs, you may want to meet with a couple of more. Make sure you feel comfortable with them and confident in their ability to help you. If you were on the fence or on the other side of the fence entirely, I hope this article has changed your thoughts about what a personal trainer does or even more importantly, what a good trainer can do for you. If you have any questions or other thoughts on the topic, I would love to hear from you! Brian@BetterTogetherFitness.com
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An Inspired Menu With A Great View STORY AND PHOTOS BY KASS FINCHER
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or owners Alexis Oxendine and Austin Alfonso, Koko Cabana is the latest in their string of restaurant successes. Also on Oak Island, they own Kai Joe’s taco stand and Ruby’s Coffeehouse and Eatery. Extending the family affair to Southport, Alexis and her mother Melanie Woodell own Café Koa on Howe Street. Opened Memorial Day weekend in 2019, Koko Cabana is enjoying tremendous success. After Hurricane Matthew destroyed the Oak Island Pier in the fall of 2016, the space the restaurant holds today was vacant for a long time. Extensive renovations inside and additional seating outside gave the restaurant a new look. Today the restaurant seats 70 inside and 32 outside in the enclosed heated upper deck area; plans are to seat about 20 more people in the lower deck area this spring and summer. Jessica Podrebartz, district manager for all the restaurants and the general manager at Koko Cabana, describes the owners’ approach and menu. “Alexis and Austin lived in Hawaii for several years; they get a lot of their inspiration from that,” she says. “Not only are the ingredients fresh and unique, the chefs make the presentation really nice – Instagram-worthy!” Sous chef Crystal Carter talks about the popularity of their Sunday brunch menu, running from 10 am to roughly 4 pm. “The Yaupon Breakfast – bacon, sausage, two eggs, toast, sweet corn grits, red flannel hash – is very popular,” she says. “They also enjoy the omelettes, the French toast with cherries and of course the crazy Bloody Mary recipes.” She describes the creative twist that the chefs add to that popular drink – crab legs, steamed clams, fried frog legs or chicken on skewers. That gives you some protein to go with your fruit on Sundays! Podrebartz points to the favorites on the lunch menu. “Nachos are always big – it’s a big plate and we make our pico de gallo fresh every day,” she says. “Fish ta22 Leland Magazine /April /April 2020 / www.LelandMag.com
cos are very popular too. And we offer a lot of vegan items; that’s important to the owners. One example is the Singapore Slaw, with noodles, baby veggies, micro greens, crushed peanuts with an Asian plum vinaigrette. We also do a lot with beets. The Beet Box Salad has roasted beets, apples, walnuts, goat cheese, red onion, greens and an apple cider vinaigrette. And the ‘Let the Beet Drop Burger’ gives you a veggie option with goat cheese and fig jam from the grill. “The dinner menu includes a different special every night,” she says. “We’re told our scallops – with bacon, fig jam, Spanish rice and collards – are the best people have ever had. The chicken and seafood paella is also very special – with chorizo,
shrimp, chicken, mussels, Spanish rice and veggies. And Wednesday is vegan night, where we offer a different special each week.” The restaurant is open every day except Monday. On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, it’s open 11 am to 8 pm, on Friday and Saturday, it is open until 9 pm and Sunday’s hours are 10 am to 8 pm. Podrebartz says the restaurant will probably move to open seven days a week starting in the spring. In the summer, they hope to open a tiki bar out front, with live music and finger food to offer guests while they’re waiting for a table inside. Chef Trevor Dye works alongside the owners in the kitchen to create their unique offerings. “All the food is so fresh and creative,” says Podrebartz. “And Alexis and Austin work hard to keep coming up with amazing options for our guests to enjoy. They are also wonderful people to work for; their
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community support is very strong.” No doubt, Koko Cabana brings a special mix of flavors for your dining delight. Stop in, enjoy the views and make your brunch, lunch or dinner experience a unique one.
Koko Cabana 705 Ocean Drive Oak Island, NC 28465 910-933-6222 Open Tues – Thur 11 am – 8 pm Fri – Sat 11 am – 9 pm Sun 10 am – 8 pm During the COVID 19-mandated closure of indoor seating, Koko Cabana is open for takeout, and will even deliver to you on the beach! Hours are subject to change
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Leland Takes Precautions Against The Spread of COVID-19 STORY CONTRIBUTED BY HILARY SNOW, TOWN OF LELAND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
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he Town of Leland has taken proactive steps to help protect staff and the community from the continued spread of Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19.
In an effort to embrace social distancing best practices and follow the guidelines provided the Federal government, N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper and the CDC, the Town is enacting the following restrictions, effective immediately: Leland Town Hall will modify its regular operations by restricting public entry. Staff will be available for assistance, but individuals are strongly encouraged against walk-ins. Any business that can be conducted via email, phone or fax should be done so. Individuals who need to come to Town Hall should call ahead to the direct line of the person with whom they need to speak and, if needed, may enter the Town Hall vestibule, where a phone and extension list to the Planning and Inspection, Utilities and Police departments will be provided. The vestibule will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Leland Police Department asks that residents continue to call 911 for all emergency and non-emergency situations in which law enforcement may be needed. For all other requests, please call (910) 371-1100. Leland patrol officers will continue to operate as normal and are available to respond to requests for service. The Police Department will temporarily suspend fingerprinting and public ride-alongs. The department’s medicine disposal box will not be available at this time, and all public records requests for police reports will be handled via phone at (910) 371-1100 or email at police@ townofleland.com.
trance to Town Hall. Permitting and building inspections will continue to be conducted. Updates and more information is available on the Town website at www.townofleland.com/departments/economic-community-development/planning-zoning. The Planning and Inspections Department encourages individuals to submit permit applications via email at inspections@townofleland.com or by fax at (910) 971-1158. There will be no disconnections at this time for non-payment of public utilities bills. Late fees will still apply. Leland Fire Stations are closed to the public. Burn permits are available online at www.ncforestservice.gov/burn_permits/ burn_permits_main.htm. For emergencies, call 911. The Leland Town Council meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, in Council’s Chambers at Town Hall, will be held as scheduled. The meeting is open to the public; staff will monitor attendance and limit crowds through use of an overflow room, if needed. Residents are encouraged to watch a live stream of the meeting on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/ channel/UCqudcBwczVr02hTeaPt48Qw instead of attending in person.
A public comment form is available on the Town website at www.townofleland.com/mayor-council/agendas-minutes/ public-comment-form for residents who would like to speak at the upcoming Council meeting but prefer not to attend a public gathering. Additionally, an online form for comments related to several scheduled public hearings can be accessed at https://www.townofleland.com/ mayor-council/agendas-minutes/public-hearing-form. A synopsis of comments made online will be recorded in the meeting minutes. The Leland Tourism Development Authority meeting scheduled for 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, will be held as scheduled at Town Hall. Staff will monitor attendance and provide an overflow room, if needed. As of Monday, March 16, all Parks and Recreation programs and activities have been indefinitely postponed. As of Monday, March 16, the Leland Cultural Arts Center (LCAC) is closed indefinitely to the public, and all LCAC events, classes and programs will be postponed indefinitely. Further information regarding cancellations, refunds and other related details will be forthcoming on the LCAC website at www. townofleland.com/departments/cultur-
al-arts. For more information or media inquiries, contact Hilary Snow, Communications Officer for the Town of Leland, (910) 550-2477 or hsnow@townofleland.com.
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April
CALENDAR
As of press time, there was a state-wide shelter-in-place order through April 30. Hopefully we’ll be able to start moving about and gathering in groups again by that time, and we know we’ll all be more than ready to find something to do. We’ve adjusted our calendar to start with events in May -- please remember that these dates and times are subject to change.
MAY 2
Belville’s Founders Day
An anniversary celebration of becoming a town in 1977. There will be food trucks and booths, crats and music, all set along the gorgeous Brunswick Riverwalk from 10 am to 3 pm. Vendor spots are just $25 or $40 for food trucks; visit townofbelville. com for more information. (The Kids Expo is also in the park that day).
MAY 2
Second Annual Kids Expo
Children ages 8-17 will develop a brand, create a product or service and then open for business at the Expo. There will be food, entertainment and awards, 10 am to 1 pm at the Brunswick Riverwalk (along with Belville’s Founders Day celebration).
MAY 2
Leland Cultural Arts Center’s Spring Air Market The juried Art Market will offer unique, handmade creations for sale from local artists, including pottery, home goods, fine art, and more. The market runs 10 am to 3 pm at the Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way.
MAY 2
Movie in the Park — Founders Park in Leland The summer movie series starts out with the 2019 release of “Aladdin.” Bring a picnic, blanket or chairs; no alcohol allowed. Concessions will be available for purchase.
MAY 7
Artists’ Reception - LCAC
Celebrate the works of Sandy Nelson and Janet Sessoms during a reception, 6-8 pm at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way.
MAY 8
Kayak Tour — Masonboro Island Paddle to this pristine island and see coastal wildlife in its natural habitat. The cost is $45, and the tour runs from 8:30 am to noon.
MAY 9
And Me Pajama Party — Leland Town Hall
This family-friendly pajama party celebrates all of the mother figures in children’s lives (moms, grandmothers, aunts and sisters). The party includes games, making body scrubs, baking and decorating cookies, and a movie. Attendees should take a sleeping bag or blankets. The cost is $5 per person, and pre-registration is required.
MAY 13 OR 19
The Leland We Don’t Know tour The tour starts with a presentation in Town Hall, an overview of Town history and growth. Then everyone boards a bus for a drive around Leland. The tour runs from 9 am to noon. The cost is $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents. Visit townofleland. com for more info.
MAY 16
Movie in the Park — Founders Park in Leland
Take the family to see “Toy Story 4” under the night sky. Bring a picnic, blanket or chairs; no alcohol allowed. Concessions will be available for purchase.
MAY 30
North Brunswick Business Expo
Come see what businesses are here to serve you in northern Brunswick County, including us at Leland Magazine. The expo is sponsored by the North Brunswick Chamber of Com-
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merce and features area businesses in a variety of fields, including education, healthcare, pets, professional services, computer, home and garden, recreation and much, much more. Whether you’re new to the area or you’ve been here a while but want to catch up with all the explosive growth the community has seen, this is the time to do it. The expo runs from 10 am to 3 pm at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way. Admission is free, and residents can take advantage of an on-site shred truck, unused or expired medicine dropoff and raffles/drawings from the vendors. There will also be a food truck on site.
Live Music and Entertainment Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 701 N. Third Street in Wilmington
The Wilson Center has a list of canceled and rescheduled events -- check https:// wilsoncentertickets.com/event-status/ for details. May 2 -- Bandstand - A high-energy musical set in post-warAmerica, following a former Private now singer songwriter. May 10 -- Million Dollar Quartet - The award-winning hit musical brings to life the epic recording session that included Elvis Pressley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carol Perkins. May 28 -- Music of Star Wars & More - The North Carolina returns to Wilmington with some of our favorite movie music. June 1, 2 -- Beautiful: The Carole King Musical - The musical tells the life story of iconic singer/songwriter Carole King, and features hit songs such as “You’ve Got a Friend,” and “Will You Love Me Tomorrow.” June 26 -- Trace Adkins - the Country music star performs. Visit https://wilsoncentertickets.com for tickets.
Odell Williamson Auditorium Brunswick Community College May 15 — The Kingston Trio
Check https://www.brunswickcc. edu/odell-williamson-auditorium/ for
ticket information.
Leland Cultural Arts Center 1212 Magnolia Village Way
May 1 Brunswick County Silver Arts Showcase & Follies Show Part of the Gator Senior Games, this showcase will feature visual arts displays and live performances, starting at 10 am at the Center. May 15 LCAC Concert -- Chicago Rewired The premier Chicago tribute band returns to the Leland stage. Visit www.townofleland.com for ticket information.
Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
1941 Amphitheatre Drive, Wilmington
May 1 — The Big What Wilmington: Big Something, and Friends May 2 — The Big What Wilmington: Big Something, Great Peacock & More May 3 — Bela Fleck & Abigail Wshburn May 8 -- Rival Sons May 9 -- Eric Gales May 13, 14, 15 -- Billy Strings May 16 -- Lyle Lovett & John Hiatt May 26 -- Tycho May 29 -- Etana Check https://www.greenfieldlakeamphitheater.com for ticket information.
The Joyce (temporarily closed, but here is what’s listed for events starting in May) 1174 Turlington Ave
May 15 -- Chris & Justin June 12 -- Miles Atlas June 19 -- Chris & Justin Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar 1175 Turlington Ave, Suite 101, Leland Check Facebook for re-opening information. Local’s Tavern 1107 New Pointe Blvd., Leland May 22 -- The FM Underground, 8 pm May 23 -- Bad Habit, 8 pm
calendar Ongoing Events (Once things return to normal operations)
Riverwalk Farmers Market (As of press time, still scheduled to be in operation)
Riverwalk Park, 580 River Road, Belville Fridays and Saturdays 11 am - 6 pm; Sundays 11 am - 4 pm
Newcomer Tour & Information Session - Novant Health
If you’re new to the area or just want to find out more about local healthcare options, tour Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, 3 pm every third Tuesday of the month, 240 Hospital Drive, Bolivia.
NC Maritime Museums - Southport
Sensory Saturday (dim lights, low volume) and other programs. Call 910-4775151 our check the Museum’s calendar
at https://ncmaritimemuseumsouthport. com/calendar/ for more information.
tion.
Art League of Leland (ALL)
1107 New Pointe Blvd., Leland
Leland Cultural Arts Center
The group welcomes artists of all kinds and meets monthly (except in summer months) 4-6 pm at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way.
Beer & Wine Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar
1175 Turlington Ave, Suite 101, Leland
Seafood dishes for all tastes -- check Facebook for re-opening information.
Willoughbys
8951 Ocean Hwy E (U.S. 17), Leland
Find them on Facebook for re-opening information — daily events and happenings, good food and cold beer.
The Joyce
1174 Turlington Ave.
A welcoming, comfortable Irish Pub right here in Leland, with great food and pints. Check Facebook for re-opening informa-
Stop in and see our huge selection of Jennifer Lopez Jewelery by Endless ... Perfect for New Brides and Graduates!
menu, which includes flatbreads, small plates, charcuterie and desserts.
Local’s Tavern
Music bingo on Wednesdays temporarily suspended. Specials advertised on Facebook.
Bridgewater Wines
1132 New Pointe Blvd., Leland
The store is open for retail sales, and curbside delivery now available; call 910-4081900 or visit bit.ly/BWinesMenu to see the
Blossoms Restaurant at Magnolia Greens
Offering takeout daily 11 am to 5 pm daily; call 910-383-0998 to place an order. Latitudes Restaurant at Compass Pointe Now serving takeout daily from 11 am to 5 pm; call 910-777-7740.
Join us for our free form, no cost, cut, glue, paint, anything goes
Big People Play Date
Every Tuesday between 10am-2pm
Come as you go, feel free to bring lunch or a snack, join in or just watch! The whole point is to just have FUN! Loosely instructed and pay to play projects available as well. Call or come by for details.
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spottings
Send us your spottings! editor@ lelandmag.com We went to the Brunswick Nature Park recently to take pictures, and we happened upon the Cape Fear Kayakers, a cheery group of paddlers who were happy to participate.
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dining guide APPLEBEE’S 1113 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-371-6315 Full-service chain bar &grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting
BLOSSOMS RESTAURANT
HWY 55 BURGERS, SHAKES AND FRIES 1114 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-371-2707 Retro-themed chain with 1950’s sodafountain look
ISLAND FRESH-MEX GRILL
Magnolia Greens Golf Course 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr., Leland 910-383-0998 Traditional American Breakfast, Brunch and Burgers
2013 Olde Regent Way, Ste 110, Leland Serving frshly made burritos, quesadillas and more Mexican
BRIDGEWATER WINES
JADE GARDEN
1132 New Pointe Blvd, Leland (910) 408-1900 www.bridgewaterwines.com Free Wine Tastings Thursdays and Fridays 3-6pm, Saturdays 1-5pm and Sundays 12-3pm
1735 Reed Rd, Leland 910-383-0880 Chinese
CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD CO Waterford Leland, 910-399-6739 American seafood, signature dishes, hand cut fish, steaks and chicken, freshly made desserts all served in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere.
DUNKIN DONUTS 1132 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-383-8383 Hand crafted espresso drinks, fresh made all day breakfast sandwiches and delicious donuts.
EMPIRE DELI AND BAGEL 1105 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-383-8383
ETERNAL SUNSHINE CAFE 117-G Village Rd NE, Leland Phone: (910) 399-3299
FAMILY PIZZA & SUBS 1735 Reed Rd NE, Leland 910-371-2611
FARMHOUSE KITCHEN 1120 E Cutlar Crossing, Lealnd Southern Style, Breakfast & Brunch
FRANKS PIZZA & EATERY 2013 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-371-3442 Authentic Italian Fare
THE FOREST RESTAURANT Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest 1007 Evangeline Dr., Leland 910-383-3283
FUZZY PEACH 1109 New Pointe Blvd, Ste 4, Leland 910-371-1238 Frozen Yogurt
P.T.’S OLDE FASHIONED GRILLE 1035 Grandiflora Dr, Leland 910-399-6808 Burgers, sandwiches and fresh-cut fries
SUBWAY 103 Village Rd NE & 1012 Grandiflora Dr 910-371-9933 910-383-0211 Subs & Salads
TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
SAN FELIPE MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1114 New Point Blvd, #140, Leland 910-371-1188 Mexican Food and Drink
SHIRLEY’S DINER
143 Poole Rd, Leland 910- 765-1144 Healthy Choices
WILLOUGHBYS 8951 Ocean Hwy E, Leland 910-383-1270 Bar/Pub
112 Village Rd. NE, Leland 910-371-2890
JERSEY MIKE’S 2029 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-523-5300 Sub sandwiches
JIMMY JOHN’S 503 Old Waterford Way 104-A, Leland 910-399-7007 Sub sandwiches
THE JOYCE IRISH PUB 1174 Turlington Ave, Ste 101, Leland 910-408-1400 Irish Pub, Burgers, Beverage
LATITUDES Compass Pointe, Leland 910-777-7740 Floribbean, fresh fish, sauces, tropical themed appetizers, and frozen drinks
LOCAL’S TAVERN 1107 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910- 769-1289 American Bar/Pub, Music
The salmon special at Cape Fear Seafood was amazing!
PELICANS SNO BALLS 403 Village Rd NE, Leland 910-609-3646
PIZZA HUT 112 K Village Rd NE, Leland 910-371-9547
PIZZETTA’S PIZZERIA 1144 E. Cutlar Crossing, Leland 910-371-6001 Pizza, Italian, Bar
PORT CITY JAVA 511 Olde Waterford Way 1112 E Cutlar Crossing 910-383-1238, Leland Coffeehouse chain with house-roasted, organic, breakfast items, sandwiches.
SHUCKIN’ SHACK OYSTER BAR - LELAND 1175 Turlington Ave Suite 101 Leland, North Carolina (910) 221-5522
WAFFLE HOUSE 111 Village Rd NE, Leland 910-371-3600 Breakfast Restaurant
WOK AND ROLL
SIX HAPPINESS ASIAN RESTAURANT
2013 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-371-9025 Chinese
1114 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-371-0021 Japanese, Sushi, Asian
YUMMI YUMMI
SMITHFIELD’S CHICKEN ’N BAR-B-Q
112 Village Rd NE, Leland 910-371-0077 Chinese
2020 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-371-6900 Counter-serve chain offers fried chicken &Eastern NC BBQ vinegar-based sauce
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WILMINGTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
MAHLER SYMPHONY NO. 3 MAY 9 • 7:30PM Wilson Center CFCC Tickets as low as $25
(910) 362-7999 • WilmingtonSymphony.org Concert sponsored by Wilmington Health
Come and hear the powerful music of the Wilmington Symphony and 70-member chorus on the Wilson Center stage!
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