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Hidden Navassa
ou may have noticed that the list of communities underneath the Leland Magazine banner changes. In the six months since we’ve taken over the magazine, we’ve decided to include the names of more communities. But it just occured to me this month that I completely left out Navassa.
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his wasn’t because we din’t know of Navassa. In my former life as a beer salesman, I had accounts in Navassa and grew fond of the people who hung out in the little community store. The town has a history and a pride that I respect and admire. I feel terrible for leaving them out for half a year!
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ven though I am very familiar with Navassa and the surrounding area, it still can surprise me. Last year our family was out exploring and ran across a Town Creek Park, featured on this month’s cover. It has a boardwalk over some beautiful water as well as a small boat ramp. The day I snapped the cover photo there was a curious alligator checking me out from the water. I don’t recommend swimming, but I do highly recommend a visit!
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CURRENTS Pickleball Mania!!!
Leland Area Embraces Growing Sport STORY BY HARRY BLAKESLEE, PHOTOS BY JEFFREY STITES
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ickleball is planting a firm foothold in Brunswick County, with courts popping up in many communities and towns. There’s even an indoor court facility in Leland where players can get in a game rain or shine. As of 2019 there were more than 7,900 pickleball venues nationwide with 30,200 courts. Locally, pickleball courts are part of the amenities in Brunswick Forest, Magnolia Greens, Waterford and St. James. The Town of Oak Island has six courts open to the public and the House of Pickleball (HoP) in Leland offers six indoor courts available for a fee.
Yes, there is a House of Pickleball. The facility is located at 115 Kay Todd Rd SE, just west of the railroad tracks next to Brunswick Forest. It’s open seven days a week from 8 am to 9 pm, offering per day play for a fee as well as a variety of membership options. According to Richard Holloman, co-owner of House of Pickleball, the facility hosts pickleball players from 15
states among its 3,800 members, and has plans to add 6 more courts. Many members find the social aspect of pickleball a major draw, said Holloman, and of course the tournaments draw the competitive players. He said HoP emphasizes “having fun!” The pickleball program at Magnolia Greens is more social than hard-nosed competitive, according to players Jean
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Ann and Mike Fede, although they have ”graduated” several 4 and 5 level players. Their tournaments are more social gatherings and they share reciprocity with pickleball groups in Brunswick Forest, Compass Point, and Waterford. While a great sport for seniors, everyone should take a few things into consideration when playing any sports. Brian Tantilla, of Leland’s Core Physical Therapy, suggested several areas of concentration/ concern when taking up pickleball: proper shoes with anticipation of the quick and frequent stopping and starting; a professional “fitted” racket, both size and weight; and an honest assessment of your current physical condition. He said too many new players do not practice adequate warm-ups and limbering exercises and suggested players take into consideration beginning the sport SLOWLY to let the body adjust. He added that discomfort or muscle aches that do not subside in a few days could be a sign of possible damage. Shoulders, elbows and Achilles tendons are particularly vulnerable to injury for new players who go from little or no exercise to trying daily vigorous pickleball. Of course like all sports, awareness of the tem-
peratures and hydration are of major importance. How Pickleball got its start and what does a pickle have to do with it? The story of Pickleball, as it has come down in the popular memory, is hard to resist. Three guys, John Prichard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum, were commuting together, circa 1965, on Seattle’s Bainbridge Island ferry and came up with the game as a summertime diversion for their children. They named their creation, a sort of wiffle-tennis, with some badminton and volleyball tossed in, after Prichard’s dog, Pickles. Pickleball has since grown into an international sport with an international set of rules and referee association. Pickleball is governed by the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA.org), which claims it to be the fastest growing sport in the US and internationally. The USA Pickleball Association maintains the rules (including the two bounce rule), sanctions tournaments, produces the annual USA Pickleball National Championships Tournament, and provides player ranking. The racket sport is played on a tennis-like court, but smaller, measuring 20’ x 44’ (the same size as a double badminton court) with a 36“ net height. Whereas tennis has a double alley, pickleball has a single “kitchen” - a no volley zone - 7 feet on either side of the net. Pickleball uses a whiffle-type, hard plastic ball weighing slightly less than one ounce and measuring slightly less than 3 inches in diameter. The rackets have a required maximum size of 24” in combined width and length, about twice the size of a
ping-pong paddle. Rackets can be made of wood or plastic. According to the USAPA’s 2020 Pickleball Fact Sheet, pickleball is experiencing explosive growth in popularity. Participation has grown nearly 30 percent over the lat three years to an estimated 3.3 million pickleballers, about a third of whom are playing in the Southeast US. According to the association, about a third of its core players are over age 55. For the “core” pickleball players there are numerous local, regional, state, and national qualifying events and tournaments. Pickleball is also included in the
Brunswick County Gator Senior Games. Although not yet in the Olympics, many forecast this will come. Pickleball players are often segregated by age groups and ratings ranged by the USAPA ranging from a beginner 1-ratings to expert 5-ratings. It certainly looks like pickleball popularity is still on the rise, and there are plenty of places to get in on the fun. Whether you’re a newly-arrived or long-time resident, pickleball represents a wonderful opportunity for you to get out and get healthy!
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CURRENTS
Leland Teen Brings His Favorite Cartoon To Life
Leland’s Gabe Homick Opens Locally Written and Produced Musical This Month STORY BY JEFFREY STITES
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e profiled Allison and Paul Homick for our Valentine’s Day issue in February, and while I was dropping off some copies of the magazine to them, Allison told me about her son, Gabe, writing and producing a musical. It’s based on a Cartoon Network show, The Amazing World of Gumball, so she said she and Paul had told Gabe he had to get permission to use the intellectual property. They thought that would be the end of it. Turns out Gabe got the number of a guard shack at Warner Brothers Studios and eventually convinced the guard to put him in contact with someone who could put him in contact with the IP people at Cartoon Network. Long story short, despite setbacks and a pandemic, Gabriel has done it. His show is complete and will hit the stage in early August with an almost all-youth cast and crew. We are amazed at the enthusiasm and drive shown by this 16-yearold and thought it would be a great illustration that even in the middle of a pandemic, if you can dream it, you can do it. Tell us a little about yourself? How old are you? What is your background in theatre?
My name is Gabriel Homick, I just turned 16 recently. I started writing ideas down for this show when I was around 12. I got into performing at a young age. It clicked one day when I realized this was a way to make a career out of making people happy. My favorite thing to do in life is to put a smile on someone’s face and make them feel good.
Can you explain Gumball, the Cartoon Network show? What attracted you to this property when you wanted to write a musical?
The Amazing World of Gumball is a show on Cartoon Network about a blue cat and his goldfish brother going on a bunch of wacky and fun adventures. This is one of the only TV shows that features 2-D animation, 3-D animation, puppetry, and live action. It is very, VERY unique. I was inspired because I have always felt a strong connection with this show.
Years ago when I was like nine, my friends Justin and Jamie Brewer (whom are in the show) showed me the tv show and I just felt this huge connection with the character Gumball. All I could think was, “When did CN decide to write a show about me?” Then a little later, when I was around 12, I thought “what if this were a stage show.”
Plot? Music? Dialogue?
I wrote music and plot together. I have had a general idea of the plot of the musical for a few years. I wrote most of the music, but there are also a lot of songs from the TV show that make an appearance in the musical. After I had written most of the show I had some small meetings with a few of my friends who would be helping me in the process, little did I know, way more than I could ever hope for. One day I showed my friend Max the design I made for Gumball and Darwin in the musical and then from there we drew concept art and came up with ideas on how to bring these cartoon characters to
life. Then we had a workshop and then an audition. From there we recorded all video auditions and the creative team all watched them and did votes on who should play whom. We cast the show so early in the process mainly so I could tinker and add changes to the script, knowing and adapting to the different people who would be playing the characters. After the first few rehearsals the script was done and from there I continued to make change after change. We got far in the rehearsal process and the show was set to open June 19. Then COVID hit and we were out of rehearsals for a long time. I tried to do Zoom rehearsals but it didn’t work out. A lot of people had to leave the show because of this. I had to delay the show. We were running out of time, so I decided to have a creative team meeting. We just talked about everything and we edited the script to make it better than it had ever been. We talked about recasting. After this we were ready. So, we started rehearsals again and we are doing our best to follow precautions with COVID-19. The new people in the cast and crew picked up on the show SUPER fast! And this was extremely helpful! Hope had grown.
How does your show differ from the television show?
This show plot-wise is really not that different from a regular episode of the
Gabe Homick, as Gumball, leads a rehearsal the show he has written and produced
How did you go about getting permission/rights for this intellectual property?
So, after a couple emails and a lot of phone calls to a bunch of people, including security guards, and the Anti Piracy Director of Warner Bros, and yes, I said security guards, eventually I was able to get an email that said I could do the show with some simple rules. So, I have been doing my best to do that! While I was making these phone calls, the Anti-Piracy Director of Warner Bros., a man named Barry Goold, ended up teaching me a bit about business and copyright, which has helped a lot in the process of the production.
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currents show. The main difference is that we are bringing the world of Elmore (the town they live in) to life. Also the title, I had changed the title a couple of times. It was originally called The Amazing World of Gumball: The Musical. But, I decided to change it to The Amazing Musical Of Gumball. I felt like this name makes it more of its own thing.
Principal Brown and Ms. Simian. There are 20 people in the cast and crew, not including people showing up for tech.
What has been the biggest challenge so far?
COVID-19 and being a director have been my biggest challenges so far.
What has brought you the most joy while creating this?
How did you cast the show? Find crew? How many people are working on this production? Are they all youth?
The Cast and Crew are filled with beautiful people all of whom are special in my heart. Most of the Leads are actually played by Creative Team members. That way we are on stage in the process and we are aware of everything going on. The only Creative Team member that is not in the show is my co-director Justin Houser. At the beginning of the show, I directed. Now he is slowly taking over because I am in the show. Justin isn’t on the stage so we have someone that can always be watching from the audience, which is extremely helpful. But other than him, everyone on the Creative Team is playing a lead. This is a very different thing to do in entertainment, but this a decision I am very confident in. Most of the cast are youth except for two people, Jon Wallin and Paul Homick (who is my father), who play the Teachers,
Justin Houser, Director
My biggest joy in this show is playing Gumball and being in rehearsals and seeing someone laughing at me and breaking character trying not to laugh.
What have you learned that surprised you?
I have learned a lot about entertainment and myself as a person in this process, but the biggest thing I have learned is that you need to trust your own judgement sometimes or no one else will.
Can you look back and point to lessons you learned in your theater work that helped you most creating your own production?
Greydon Jirak as Darwin and Gabe Homick as Gumball
Yes I can definitely look back and point out things that have helped me. My wonderful parents helping me get here, my friends and all the wonderful mentors of my life. Without any of those things I wouldn’t be doing this.
CAST & CREW, as described by Gabe Homick
Gabriel Homick, Gumball Watterson; Writer and Composer
Max Iapalucci, Mr. Robinson; Costumer, and a bit of a cringe monitor sometimes. He has also been a good coach to help people with energy.
Ruthie Wainwright, The Mysterious Voice and Nicole Watterson; Visual Monitor. She makes sure everything looks good visually, making sure color schemes are right and that everything looks right from from the audience. Harmony Timco, Billy’s Mom and Sussie; Stage Manager; also she has been like the show’s therapist.
Jamie Brewer, Carrie Krueger; TV show monitor. She makes sure everything looks enough like the TV show. Rebecca Deese, Anais; Choreographer, and she’s very good about getting people’s attention when needed.
Garrett Reider, Rob/ Doctor Wrecker; also works a lot with Jamie on making sure the show looks enough like the TV show as a Goon Monitor. Greydon Jirak, Darwin Watterson
James Jumbercotta, Richard Watterson Justin Brewer, Tobias Wilson
Bella Gonzales, Penny Fitzgerald Bay Allebach, Banana Joe Brea Gonzalez, Alan
Milo Iapalucci , Billy and Rob’s Guard #1
Will Schraff, Granny Jo Jo and Rob’s Guard #2 Elijah Ball, Rocky and Rob’s Guard #3
Joel Presley, Tina the T-Rex and Rob’s Guard #4 Paul Homick, Ms. Simian
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Is there anything you’d do differently if you could start over?
I don’t think I would change anything. I sometimes wish I could’ve been a better leader for my cast, but, I honestly couldn’t or wouldn’t have changed it. Because this production is the very thing that is making me better at the job. This cast has taught me so much, so there’s really nothing I would change.
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How has the support of your family helped?
My family has taught me a lot. My parents are consistently taking me location to location and have taught me a lot about budgeting. My brother has been a big help. He knows a lot about the TV show and gives me honest input which has been a lot of help. All my grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins have been very supportive, and that means the world. My friends have been a huge help by giving so much love and helping me out with this thing. My friends and family are the reason I’m here, from donations to love and support everything they do is help.
How can people come see your show? Where, when, ticket info….
The Amazing Musical of Gumball is going to be a very hard show to see due to COVID-19. Seats are now only available via invitation or requests now. Sadly, we can only have a very small amount of people in the audience. Luckily we live in a world of technology, so the way we will get this show to you is by us bringing it to you. The full show will be available on YouTube this August. It will also be live-streamed on Facebook. Go to The Amazing Musical of Gumball Facebook page on August 11, 12 or 13 to tune in to The Amazing Musical Of Gumball. Follow @gumball_musical on Instagram for all the latest info about the show.
Please add anything else you’d like to share This show has been an amazing experience. I have loved doing it and to clarify, this is not at all just my show. This is our show. The Creative Team and the rest of the cast have put their hearts into this. We all did it together. This would not be happening without them. I love them all so much. We are all ready to give the amazing world a treat! See you soon everyone!
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How to Donate The supply list includes items needed by multiple grade levels: back packs; composition notebooks (wide ruled); spiral notebooks (college ruled); loose leaf paper (college ruled); #2 pencils and erasers; colored pencils; dry erase markers; glue sticks; blue or black ink pens; 2-inch, three-ring binders; dividers for 2-inch binders; headphones or earbuds; and pencil pouches for binders or school supply boxes. Any items from the supply list can be donated. Businesses and individuals can also provide monetary donations that will be used specifically to purchase needed school supplies. “CIS Back to School Supply Drive” donations can be dropped off at any CIS Thrift Shop lo-
cation or the CIS main office located at 3148 George II Highway, Unit 2 in Boiling Spring Lakes. CIS will have large yellow donation bins located at each CIS Thrift Shop and a collection point located at the CIS Administration office in Boiling Spring Lakes. This year we are sending out a challenge to partner organizations and Brunswick County residents to help CIS make this the best Back to School Supply Drive yet! Last year, we were able to collect enough school supplies to fill ¾ of a storage container, but missed the mark on stuffing it full. This is the year we can do it with your help! We want to get supplies to students as quickly as possible once school begins, so donations are needed as soon as possible. Financial gifts may also be made to support the school supply drive and can be mailed to CIS of Brunswick County, P.O. Box 10087, Southport, NC 28461, or dropped off at the CIS office in Boiling Spring Lakes. While school may look a little different this year, students will need these supplies more than ever. With more
families struggling financially due to COVID-19, and students potentially needing supplies for home use and use in the classroom, more supplies will be needed to support students who otherwise would not be prepared for the start of the new school year. Let’s join together to make certain all students, regardless of personal circumstance, have the tools needed to start the new school year ready to learn and grow. CIS Thrift Shop locations: Boiling Spring Lakes, 3000 George II Highway, 910-845-3555; Leland, 117-I Village Road, 910-769-6956; Southport, 1635 N. Howe Street, 910-457-7008; Sunset Beach, 1780-8 Chandlers Lane, 910579-2300. CIS Administrative office location: 3148 George II Highway, Unit 2, Boiling Spring Lakes, 910-351-8007. For more information, visit cisbrunswick.org or email mwells@cisbrunswick.org.
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ower Cape Fear LifeCare’s annual end-of-summer gala, Last Chance for White Pants, will feature a twist this year, in light of COVID-19, and to help protect the health and safety of participants. The gala is the local nonprofit’s largest fundraiser of the year. Reimagined as the Last Chance for White Pants: House Party Edition, the fundraiser will include most of the pieces that attendees have long enjoyed, but this year in small groups, with hosts holding mini gatherings with close friends and family to raise much-needed funds to support the nonprofit healthcare provider. The event will also feature a virtual silent auction open to the entire community. “With the social distancing and gathering size restrictions that are cur-
rently in place and looking at the current projections from state and federal experts, we had concerns about hosting more than 500 people at our long-time presenting sponsor, Audi Cape Fear, for the 2020 gala,” said Terrie Priest, LCFL Foundation Manager. “We made the difficult decision to change the way the 2020 Last Chance for White Pants Gala, originally scheduled for Aug. 29, would be hosted, but we didn’t want the weekend to pass without a chance to celebrate the end of
summer and to celebrate LCFL. Spreading out the event across many locations over an entire weekend will allow us to still enjoy all the fun and festivities of Last Chance for White Pants from the comfort of our homes, while limiting crowd size and allowing for social distancing.” Especially during its 40th anniversary year and the recent public health emergency, the nonprofit’s administration hopes that it can continue to count on its long-standing support from the communities it serves in being able to raise the funds it needs to ensure no one in our area is ever refused care when living with a serious or life-limiting illness. Between Thursday, Aug. 27 and Sun-
day, Aug. 30, hosts will hold dinner parties, brunch parties, wine tastings and everything in between, while smaller numbers will ensure gatherings stay in line with CDC recommendations to limit guests’ potential exposure. Event Toolkits will help hosts plan a memorable White Pants House Party with room to add their own touch and flair. LCFL is currently recruiting hosts for the house parties; those interested in hosting a party or making a donation should visit WhitePants.org. “With so many changes in the world and in our community right now, there are two things that don’t change and that won’t change. One is the gift of giving back who need help, Sand wicto hepeople s
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’m always stumbling across cool treasures on the ground like pretty rocks, pennies, and other trinkets. I was told when I was young that when I found a coin it was a message from a loved one that had passed away. So, I’ve always thought of them as little gifts from my dad. I have a jar with found objects like feathers and coins that sits on my desk and reminds me of him, and makes me feel connected to him again. One local artist has found a way to incorporate that love of found things into making unique jewelry. St. James artist Stephanie Maria Grocott, aka The Jewelry Psychic, often uses objects she has found in nature for her unique jewelry designs. “I love using resin to honor the surprising gifts I receive from nature, like feathers, deceased butterflies, or turtle shells I find when I go on during my bike rides, runs, doggie walks, or golf games.” Grocott uses several different methods in creating her one-of-a-kind pieces. From upscaling vintage jewelry to preserving a butterfly in resin, her work is thoughtful and grounded in love. “Creating jewelry is a spiritual experience for me. It’s almost like prayer in action. It’s a physical way to honor the poetry of life,” she said. “My greatest inspiration is God’s daily sunsets, cloud art, the twists and turns of a tree branch, the biology and beauty of everything coming together to create
this amazing world we live in. Besides the physical creativity I see in everyday nature, the abstract is also a muse like love, resilience, humor, maturity, growth, and the stories of these we witness in our lives,” she said. “I love finding interesting old pieces of jewelry and restoring them in my own fashion.” Her business, The Jewelry Psychic, started as a concept centered around creating gifts that were personal to the recipient. She now has several different jewelry lines using resin, vintage silverware, metals, and crystals. “They would contact me and I’d create a piece for them based on my intuition and the feelings I’d receive about the eventual ’giftee’ of the piece. My grandmother was psychic and I believe I inherited some of her intuitive gifts, which I use now in my jewelry making endeavors,” she said. “I still make commissions from time to time, but I really love the freedom of creating whatever I want for whomever I want. I like to see what pieces resonate with people and why.” Grocott is strongly influenced by the art of Frieda Kahlo. “Her life’s struggles and happiness explode through her art, and that’s kind of what I’m about,” said Grocott. “I majored in Spanish in college and traveled to Peru and Mexico, where I became fluent in Spanish. I fell in love with the Spanish culture,” she said. Grocott gives a lot of credit to her parents,
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who have always supported her dreams, even donating part of their garage for her metalworking. “My interests and dreams have changed, all the while, they patiently helped me chase them. They even donated part of their garage so I could pursue metalsmithing, meaning working with a torch and other cool tools. I am beyond thankful.” Although mostly self-taught, Grocott has taken several metalsmithing classes at Brunswick Community College in Southport. She even made her husband’s wedding band in class. “I feel so fortunate for
the instructors there, who have really helped me dive deeper into expressing myself,” she said. Inspirational messages and words adorn the jewelry in her Confidence line, often inspiring herself in the process. “I use jewelry as a healing solution for people in need of inspiration, including myself,” said Grocott. “I use metal stamping to honor a person’s favorite motivating quote or symbolize their goals or dreams. My favorite, at the moment, is one by Kurt Cobain, when he said ‘Thank you for the tragedy, I need it for my art.’ When I look at this message on my wrist, I am reminded that my personal challenges can be transformed into beautiful art. And, they have, and will continue to be,” she said. “Jewelry was always there for me when things got rough in the real world. I could escape my problems or other people’s drama by being spontaneous and getting lost in a creative act.” Grocott also uses hand-picked crystals in her creations. “When I was studying in Peru in my early twenties, I discovered a love of collecting crystals,” she said. “I’ve become a huge collector and have merged my two passions, crystal collecting, and jewelry making. Most of my pieces involve unique, beautiful stones I believe are meant to help others through their journey. “An example of one of my ‘Formula Bracelets’ is one called ‘Grounding’. I use different crystals — Tiger Eye, Red Jasper, and Smokey Quartz, and they all work together to help ground the person who wears it,” she explained. “I have chosen crystals that are a formula for a specific intention.” “My beadwork and business upkeep happens in a little office in our home. Every time I enter this space I take a deep breath and instantly feel relaxed. My crystal collection resides there, and every morning I start my day with yoga and stretching in the room. I burn incense and listen to old records I pick up from thrift stores. For me, one of the most exciting things about my jewelry journey is that my work is constantly evolving. I learn more and more and my pieces are becoming more and more
complex. My art is a lifelong journey.” You can find The Jewelry Psychic at Crystal Web and the Inergy Market on Oak Island, and the new Artisans Gallery on Howe Street in South-
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am a huge Disney Geek. Let’s just get that out there. I am an adult who loves going to Walt Disney World, with or without our now-grown son. One of the joys of the Disney parks is the snacks that have come to be, at least in part, part of the parks’ identity. Mickey-shaped pretzels, Rice Krispie Treats and ice cream bars, churros, and my personal favorite, the Dole Whip. Dole Whips are traditionally found at the Aloha Isle Refreshments booth in Adventureland. This is tucked in behind the Magic Carpets of Aladdin, next to the Enchanted Tiki Room and very near the entrance to the Jungle Cruise. This is one of my favorite spots in Disney’s Magic Kingdom. The sounds and smells transport you away, and that is the root of my joy at Disney’s parks. Imagine how happy it made me to find out that I could grab a little taste of that nostalgia, of that Disney Magic, just minutes from my house. When I saw a photo from the Tiki Pineapple Whips guys pop up on my Instagram feed, I kind of freaked out. I didn’t believe it at first, but yes, it was true. These guys, Drew and Leeann Peterson
and Chip Walton, have the Dole Whips I love and they’re serving them up right on my island. I had to share their story, so we had a cionverstion with Drew.
Can you describe your business? When did you open here? What is your background? Are you part of a partnership?
Tiki Pineapple whips is a beach-side, family-owned and -operated Dole Whip business. We cater to locals and tourists alike by specializing in and perfecting the famous Dole pineapple whips and floats. We officially opened June 18th at 4602 East Beach Dr. (between Middleton park and the public beach cabana). I was a firefighter/paramedic for 20 years prior to my move to OKI and my wife and my business partner, Chip, are both Physician Assistants. Last year, as my wife transitioned into her new career as a PA, I was on the hunt for a new, fun, family-oriented business venture. I have long loved the famous Dole whips and learned that I could potentially obtain the highly coveted recipe. I then approached our close family friend, Chip, with the opportunity to invest. He loved the idea
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and was all in! We worked together to open up Tiki Pineapple Whips and this became our quarantine project. We were very fortunate to find the perfect spot right at the park, public parking, and beach access.
What do you offer at your business? What exactly is a Dole Whip?
A Dole whip is a delicious and unique pineapple soft serve, although it is very different from ice cream. Dole whips are dairy-free, lactose-free, gluten-free, vegan and allergy-friendly. The pineapple Dole whips are actually free of the “Big 8” allergens as delineated by the FDA, so it is a wonderful alternative for many different diets! At Tiki Pineapple Whips, we offer our pineapple Dole whips in small and regular sized servings, as well as quart-size take home options. We also have the famous Dole whip floats, which consist of the pineapple whip with cold Dole pineapple juice served on top. It’s a crowd pleaser!
We’re kind of familiar with Dole whips from Disney World. Was that your inspiration?
you think will serve you particularly well going forward?
The COVID-19 pandemic and the innumerable unknowns that came along with it did pose a unique challenge for a new start-up business. There were multiple delays with equipment, supplies, certifications, and permits. This was all coupled with learning and complying with the newly issued CDC guidelines and standards for safely opening and serving the public. Luckily, and coincidently, we are designed as an outside pickup only business which allows for safe social distancing. We 100 percent comply with the CDC cleaning guidelines/regimens, socially distance employees, and wear masks so everyone can safely enjoy our product. We like to think it brings a little Hawaii sunshine and Walt Disney happiness during a rather difficult time. We pride ourselves on being a safe, local destination for a cool treat, and good, friendly conversations.
Can you speak to the community’s support of your business so far?
The locals and tourists of Oak Island have really been supportive, welcoming and
Most folks are aware of the Dole Whips from either Disney World or the Dole plantation in Hawaii, as were we. The now famous Dole Whips and Floats were introduced to the public in 1986 at these locations and quickly gained somewhat of a cult following! Seeing how much everyone loves this cool treat, I thought why not bring it locally for Oak Island and the surrounding areas to enjoy!
How has it been launching a business in the middle of a pandemic? What challenges have you faced? How have you overcome them? Can you point to something you’ve learned that
What are your plans for the future?
hospitable! The locals and tourists have made Tiki Pineapple Whips a designated destination on their summer to-do lists. We really enjoy seeing our repeat, loyal
In the near future we plan to expand the Tiki Pineapple Whips territory and bring this treat to more of the surrounding local beaches for all to enjoy!
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My wife and I relocated to Brunswick county for her to begin her new career shortly after graduation. While out exploring the surrounding areas, we fell in love with Oak Island. The beaches are beautiful, the people are friendly and there is a strong sense of community here. We decided to not only build our home and settle down here but to bring the business for all to enjoy as well! The people of OKI have been so supportive and welcoming.
customers as well as all of the new faces! We were truly welcomed with open arms and are super excited to be here. We really enjoy meeting our customers and sharing the Dole Whip story!
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before they headed out to the beach. Her son got caught in a rip current that day but remembered what he’d heard that morning and was able to get himself out of the current. “That’s powerful to me,” he said. “It means people are reading it.” Social media has also been an important vehicle for reaching out with the Foundation’s message. Melanie said that one of the group’s Facebook posts on drowning had 13,000 views. It talked about how drowning doesn’t look like Hollywood often portrays it. “If just one of those saves a life, then we have done our mission,” she said. Going forward, they have other big plans. The Foundation already partners with the Rotary Club to purchase the books used for education. Melanie said they’re also collaborating with other local organizations that focus on beach safety, particularly the dangers of rip currents. They hope to also sponsor floats at beach entrances. “We have funding for that type of thing,” Melanie said. She added that a lot of times when someone is pulled out into a rip current, it’s not one life that’s lost, but two, including the rescuer. “Taking a float with you makes the survival rate so much higher,” she said. The Foundation is always looking for
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There are numerous benefits to staying properly hydrated. Some may be obvious and some not so obvious. While this list is not all-inclusive, one thing is certain; the benefits of staying properly hydrated heavily outweigh the harmful effects of dehydration. •The human body is composed of more than 60-70 percent water; the slightest drop in this level can impact all bodily function! •Helps reduce the risks of heart disease. •Helps to maintain healthy body weight by increasing metabolism and regulating appetite. •Improves workout performance and recovery. •Decreases the risk of certain types of cancers, including colon, bladder, and breast cancer. •Helps flush out toxins and waste from your body. •Help you feel energized throughout the day, including improved mental clarity, memory and attention. •Helps deliver nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to your body, helping your body function healthily and properly. •Helps relieve joint pain; if you are properly hydrated; your joints will thank you! •Naturally moisturizes the skin, giving it a healthy glow.
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Clearly water is important, but how much do you need? As it turns out, “8 x 8” is out. Drinking at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water has been a common recommendation given by health and fitness professionals over the years, but there is no scientific evidence to support this claim. Some experts suggest that you can take your weight in pounds and divide that in half to get a good estimate of how many ounces of water you need each day. This is a good baseline estimate method and one that we use at Better Together Fitness. It’s easy to figure out and easy to remember. However, this is truly a baseline and you will need to adjust this based on physical activity levels, diet factors, and general climate factors. To get a little more specific with the numbers, the Dietary Reference Intake as published by the Institute of Medicine is 13 cups of fluid (101.4 oz.) for sedentary men and 9 cups of fluid (74.4 oz.) for sedentary women each day. This amount is for actual fluid intake and does not include water provided in foods. Whichever method you are using, remember that this is a baseline amount and more water is recommended for individuals who are physically active or exposed to a hot environment. It is also recommended to include an additional 8 oz. of water for every caffeinated/alcoholic beverage consumed. Both caffeine and alcohol are diuretics, which cause you to lose water faster. You’ll know you are at a good hydration level based on the color of your urine. Think of the color of lemonade (pale yellow) as a goal indicator.
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•Track Your Progress •Use an app on your smartphone like FitBit, MyFitnessPal, etc. •Update the app every time you finish your current bottle/glass
•Make it a Ritual •Have a big glass (8-10 oz.) of water at every transitional point of the day: •drink at least 8 oz. as soon as you get out of bed; place it on your nightstand and drink it after turning off the alarm clock •just before leaving the house •when you sit down at work •when you get home from work
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•Make it Part of Every Meal •Every time you eat a meal or snack have at least 8-10 oz. of water with it
•Drink When You Have a Munchie Attack •Are you REALLY hungry? Hunger can be mistaken for thirst. If it has only been an hour or so since your last meal and you are feeling hunger pains try drinking a glass of water…chances are you are just a little behind on your water intake
•Buddy System •Challenge a family member, co-worker or friend to a fun competition •See who can hit their goal amount of water more days over a week
•Freshen it up with Some Fruit •Try adding fresh lemon, lime, oranges or even cucumber to flavor your water
•Create a System •Have one glass (6-10 oz.) every hour on the hour while at work •Stop a couple of hours before bedtime, so it doesn’t impact sleep
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ART BEAT
ALL’s September Meeting Goes Virtual Featuring Ceramic Artist Brian Evans
comes artists and art lovers not only from Leland but also from neighboring communities. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, or go to www.artleagueofleland.org for updates and the latest news about ALL’s events.
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STORY CONTRIBUTED The Art League of Leland (ALL) invites artists and art enthusiasts to its online meeting featuring sculptor and ceramic artist Brian Evans on Thursday, September 3, from 4–6 pm. Evans will discuss how he incorporates contemporary and futuristic elements into his current body of work. If you would like to attend the virtual meeting, please email artleagueofleland@gmail.com by August 31 to register. If space is still available when your request is received, you will be emailed details about how to attend the Zoom meeting a couple of days prior to the meeting.
After graduating in 1993 with a BA in Studio Art focused in sculpture and painting, Brian Evans moved to Wilmington where he studied ceramics through the Continuing Education Program at Cape Fear Community College. He began teaching pottery classes in 2002 and is a founding member of the Coastal Carolina Clay Guild. Evans is currently an instructor and the Executive President at Orange Street Pottery, a 501(c)(3) organization. Artwork by the award-winning artist and instructor can be found in public and private collections throughout the United States and abroad. In ALL’s M e m b e r Spotlight, fused-glass artist Chuck Whitlock will discuss why an artist needs an affordable website, how to make it an effective sales tool, and other marketing tips. About the Art League of Leland: ALL’s mission is to encourage, guide, support, inform, and provide learning opportunities for area artists and advocates of the arts. ALL wel-
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CALENDAR
August
We’ve included events here that are still listed as scheduled, and also some reschedule dates pretty far in the future, but please remember that all events, dates and times are subject to change.
ONGOING EVENTS
Riverwalk Marketplace
Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; 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.
Town of Leland — Parks & Recreation Check out http://bit.ly/lelandevents for more information on summer online programs, including: Recreation in a Box - a box designed to inspire creativity, activity, and fun for children ($25/ box, recommended ages 6+); Kids Run Leland - an online-based running program for kids and families; great for beginners or to stay active over the summer ($10/family, recommended ages 8+); and Tuesday Trivia - live on Facebook.
Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State NC Maritime Museums - Southport Check out these online programs Historic Site while the Museum is still closed: Live 8884 St. Philip’s Rd. SE, Winnabow The grounds are open again, though the building and exhibits remain closed. 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.
Leland Library - 487 Village Road
Curbside delivery is now available reserve your book and pick it up outside the library. Call 910-371-9442. Visit https://www.brunswickcountync.gov/ library/ for more information about the Brunswick County Library system and a list of other reading resources.
Brunswick Wellness Coalition
Virtual Walk with a Doc - find Brunswick Wellness Coalition on Facebook for details on how to join the online sessions via Zoom. Recordings of previous online sessions are also available.
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.
Art League of Leland (ALL) Leland Cultural Arts Center
The group welcomes artist Brian Evans to its Septmeber 3 virtual meeting. Register by August 31 via email to artleagueofleland@gmail.com
LIVE MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 701 N. Third Street in Wilmington Aug 7 — The Embers, featuring Craig Woodard — This Drive-In event is at the College’s North Campus, 4500 Blue Clay Road in Castle Hayne. The cost is $40 per carload, there are no “walk-up” sales, and concert-goers
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must remain in their cars throughout the performance. Visit more information, visit https://wilsoncentertickets. com. Sept 1 and 2 — The Blue Man Group, 7:30 pm. The Blue Man Group Speechless Tour makes a stop in Wilmington; the show includes moments based in joy, art, music, comedy, social comedy and social absurdity, according to the Wilson Center’s website listing. Nov 5 — Trace Adkins, 7:30 pm. The Grammy-nominated Country musician performs. Feb 18, 2021 — Rain, 7:30 pm. A tribute to The Beatles. April 15, 2021 — Cirque Eloize, 7:30 pm. This cirque show centers around the happenings and characters of an art deco hotel. Aug 10-12, 2021 — Cats — The hit Broadway musical by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Aug 14, 2021— Boz Scaggs, 7:30 pm. The musician performs songs
from five decades of his music career, including his most recent album, “Out of the Blues.” Aug 19, 2021 — The Village People, 7:30 pm. The group performs classics such as “Y.M.C.A’ and “Macho Man.” Oct 27, 2021 — Million Dollar Quartet, 7:30 pm - The Tony Award-winning musical inspired by a recording session of icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. Visit https://wilsoncentertickets. com for more information.
Odell Williamson Auditorium Brunswick Community College
Sept 3 — The Kingston Trio — The iconic American folk and pop group performs. Check https://www.brunswickcc. edu/odell-williamson-auditorium/ for ticket information.
A TASTE OF Greenfield Lake Amphitheater 1941 Amphitheatre Drive, Wilmington All August shows have been postponed until 2021, and tickets already purchased will be honored. Visit https://www.greenfieldlakeamphitheater.com for more information.
The Joyce 1174 Turlington Ave
Aug 14 — Justin & Erin Sept 12 — Miles Atlas
Local’s Tavern 1107 New Pointe Blvd., Leland Aug 14 — RCB, 8 pm
Sept 12 — The FM Underground, 8 pm Sept 25 — Fossil Rockers, 8 pm-
BEER AND WINE
Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar 1175 Turlington Ave, Suite 101, Leland Full menu available for dine-in or takeout — also hosts live music, kara-
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The Joyce 1174 Turlington Ave.
Open 7 Days A Week
Trivia and music bingo on Thursdays at 7 pm; check Facebook for specials.
Local’s Tavern 1107 New Pointe Blvd., Leland
Music Bingo on Wednesdays, starting at 7 pm. Specials are posted on Facebook.
11 am - 4:30 pm Inside and Outdoor seating
Bridgewater Wines 1132 New Pointe Blvd., Leland
Monday night is game night, starting at 5 pm, Tuesday Trivia is at at 6:30 pm, and Wine Down Wednesdays get started at 5 pm. Seating is limited inside, but the full menu is still available for curbside pickup; call 910-408-1900.
Blossoms Restaurant Greens) 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr.
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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
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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
SAN FELIPE MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1114 New Point Blvd, #140, Leland 910-371-1188 Mexican Food and Drink
SHIRLEY’S DINER
SUBWAY 103 Village Rd NE & 1012 Grandiflora Dr 910-371-9933 910-383-0211 Subs & Salads
TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE 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 1114 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-371-0021 Japanese, Sushi, Asian
2013 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-371-9025 Chinese
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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Learn more at www.WilmingtonSymphony.org (910) 791-9262 WILMINGTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 5032 RANDALL PARKWAY WILMINGTON, NC 28403 32 Leland Magazine /August /August 2020 / www.LelandMag.com