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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
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eland In Lights in Founders Park keeps growing year after year, reflecting the wider community around Leland and northern Brunswick County. It’s a joy to see the community coming together for events like last month’s Leland Homecoming and the first Festival of Trees at Belville Elementary. We share our community with retirees and families and young people just getting their start. We have families that have lived here for generations and many who have just arrived.
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he holiday season is a great time to remember that for all our differences in background, we remain one community. We can go out together to enjoy a tree lighting, to walk amongst the festive lights, to share a movie outdoors, and to shop in all of our local businesses. While you’re enjoying all this time has to offer, we hope you’ll take a moment to look around you and appreciate how we can all come together, maybe even say hello to someone you don’t know yet, or just share a smile. It’s a gift that costs nothing.
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erry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our family to yours!
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CURRENTS
Brunswick Beer XChange Co Opens Newest Place For Craft Beers & More STORY AND PHOTOS BY JEFFREY STITES
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ne of the best parts of publishing Leland Magazine is getting a front row seat to the area’s growth, and getting to meet the people making it happen. As a former beer salesman myself, I was excited to meet the owners of the new Brunswick Beer XChange Co. at 113 Village Road, next to the Waffle House. If you remember this building being a bank, you’ll love seeing how the vault has been incorporated into the business now. If you’re a fan of local craft beers, you’re sure to find something to love on the wall of taps. We spoke to owners Shannon Mims and Monique Haslam about their new enterprise. Your draught selection focuses on local and regional breweries. Why is that important to you?
We want to support the craft beer industry and especially our local ones in North and South Carolina. We have fallen in love with so many different beers, breweries and people we have met over the years in the industry.
How do you select which beers will be sold in the XChange?
Well, I knew what many of the local favorites were. We also asked on our Facebook page for suggestions for others we
Shannon Mims and Monique Haslam are joined by patrons at the ribbon cutting
may have not thought of to give those a try. So far most are doing well and other taps are staying on rotation. We keep five of them for seasonals only.
Aside form beer, what else do you offer?
We have a very good selection of wine, seltzers, and ciders. Very soon we will also carry a selection of Mead as well.
What challenges did you face opening a new small business? How did you overcome them?
One of the biggest challenges we found
was trying to find a location that we thought would work well for our vision and plan that we had in mind. We looked for a few months until we found this location, which turned out to be perfect for what we wanted. The building needed some TLC and as usual we found some unforeseen issues, but nothing we couldn’t handle. It was fun seeing our vision and dream come to life.
What has the community response been like in the short time you’ve been open?
Unbelievably welcoming and so positive! We have the best customer base anyone could imagine having. Especially in the short time we’ve been open.
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What are your plans for the future of Brunswick Beer XChange?
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Please feel free to add anything I might have missed that you’d like to share!
The only thing I would add is that we cannot say thank you enough for the support and love that we have been shown and given from everyone in the community. We already have a large customer base and regular customer base here in Leland as well as some that are coming from across the river in Wilmington even. We look forward to what the future holds and giving people something different in the Leland area. Also, if you have a favorite beer that you want and you cannot get it anywhere come ask us and we will get it for you if we can. We’ve already been able to do this for a few customers. And if you have a home bar with draught beer then let us know what you want for kegs and we will gladly get you the supplies you need for your home kegerator. We want to be able to serve this area in every way possible.
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STORY CONTRIBUTED BY JESSICA JEWELL, TOWN OF LELAND
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oin the Town of Leland in celebrating the holidays with family fun for all. December is packed full of events to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year, headlined by a bigger and brighter Leland in Lights than ever before.
Experience the magic of the holidays with the annual Leland in Lights display, a free and festive walking tour through Founders Park, located at 113 Town Hall Drive. The Grand Illumination on Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. will feature special guest Santa Claus flipping the switch to light up the park. Stop by Santa’s Workshop that evening to tell him your wish list or take a train ride through the lights on the town’s very own Leland Express. Warm beverages and desserts will be available to participants from Brown Dog Coffee and Momma Rock’s Desserts. Leland in Lights starts every evening at dusk from Dec. 4 through Jan. 10. The Le-
land Express Train will be operating on Friday and Saturday nights from 6-8 pm. Also on Dec. 4, don’t miss the popular Holiday Art Market from 10 am to 3 pm at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way. The event features unique handmade gifts and a performance by local musical duo Two Bucks. “The Town is proud to offer so many programs and events during the holiday season to help make memories that will last a lifetime,” Mayor Brenda Bozeman said. “Our Leland in Lights Grand Illumination event and the complement of others offered this time of
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year provide a special backdrop for families to enjoy.” The monthly running group is getting festive too with Jingle Jogs on Dec. 1, Dec. 12, and Jan. 5 at 5:30 pm in Founders Park. Don some holiday apparel, get creative with a costume, and don’t forget safety lights and/or reflectors. All paces are welcome and runners must sign a waiver to participate. The Leland Police and Fire/ Rescue Departments are working to help families in need with Pack the Patrol Car on Dec. 3 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Leland Walmart, 1112 New Pointe Blvd. Nonperishable food items and new unwrapped toys for children ages 12 and under will
be collected and donated to Brunswick Family Assistance. Pack the Patrol Car will carry over into the Grand Illumination of Leland in Lights on
CURRENTS Dec. 4, when donations will also be accepted. Bring your dancing shoes to a spectucular holiday show by the Moonlighters Orchestra on Dec. 10 from 7 - 9 pm at the Leland Cultural Arts Center. The band will perform a great mixture of big band swing, Motown, beach music, Christmas songs, and more. Tickets are $15 and available for purchase online www.townofleland. com/moonlighters-lcac. Finally, the Movies in the Park series wraps up with a special holiday showing of “Elf” on Dec. 11 at 5:30 pm. Enjoy the movie in Founders Park surrounded by the magic of Leland in Lights. More information about each of these events can be found on the Town of Leland website and the Town of Leland Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Facebook page.
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Backyard Wine Tour Part 3: Cape Fear Winery & Distillery STORY AND PHOTOS BY JAN MORGAN-SWEGLE
Editors’ Note: This is the third, and final (for now),in a series of stories about local wineries and what they have to offer visitors. We have to admit that we are a bit jealous of Jan, who is having the time of her life reseasrching these.
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here is as much diversity in wine as there is in the people of this world. You can debate the characteristics of a complex red or you can sit back and relax as you sip a crisp, fruity white. Wine intrigues you with its own language. Does it have legs? How is the nose? Do you smell hay or leather? A few years ago, my husband and I decided to try a new winery in the area. We love wine and the social interaction it brings, and ended up at Cape Fear Winery located at 277 Bourbon Street in Elizabethtown, adjacent to the airport on NC 87. We have been to many wineries over the years, but this was like no other I had seen. A giant frog sculpture holding a glass of wine welcomed us at the door. As we looked around, we saw a peacock strutting in the distance, a pen holding Flemish rabbits that were at least 15 pounds and two feet long, horses grazing not far away, and even an Australian Wallaby named Gracie. In front of the winery there was a life-sized statue of a frog sitting at an easel as if he were getting ready to capture the scene on canvas. “What kind of winery is this?” I thought. Stepping in to the main area of the winery where the food is served, I saw multi-colored paintings on the walls and photographs of some famous, and not so famous people, hanging all around. When I mentioned the artwork to one of the staff, we were invited to look in the event area
of the winery. There we saw paintings that were done by famous people like Salvatore Dali and John Lennon. Connecting the main area to the back was a hallway full of photographs from current and old Hollywood stars and other celebrities. Alex Munroe, the winery owner, has been a fan of celebrity art since he was eight years old. His collection has grown so much that he is building an art gallery on the property which will display classic and quirky original or limited-edition pieces. There was a collection of Woodstock photos on display as well as works from Ringo Starr, Bernie Taupin and Steve Goione, who specializes in marine and wildlife photos. “This is a cool place,” I thought. I sat down with Alex to talk about how this unusual winery came about. “I started a plastics company in Elizabethtown right across the street,” he said. “After a few years, the planning commission asked me to help stimulate economic growth. They felt the area needed a winery, a restaurant, an event center and some sort of guest lodging. I had a dog named Daniel, an Irish Setter with some health issues. One day, Daniel discovered the lake on this property and jumped right in. He loved it. It made him happy and the peacefulness of the area made me happy. I asked the planning commission about the availability of the property and found it
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was for sale. I bought all 14 acres of it the next day. Practically everything here came about accidentally.” Alex started with the winery idea. He knew that the choices of grapes grown in this area was very limited—mostly Muscadine, the sweet wine associated with the south. He looked west of Elizabethtown to the Yadkin Valley area and the Finger Lakes region in New York for alternatives so he could provide not only the two Muscadine wines he developed but also a more diverse offering for people who enjoy a sharper taste in red and white wines. It took a few years, but Alex and his team have created several different types of wines, including “Gracie Chardonnay,” which is bold without being tart and very well balanced. This wine has tastes of pears and apples. There is a “Tail Feathers Cabernet Sauvignon,” which paired well with the food we had, and delivered dark berry-like references in addition to a hint of coffee and pepper taste with a smooth finish. If you enjoy southern sweet wine, you can try “I, Swanee,” a white wine that has fruit and a floral sense that stays true to the sweet Muscadine grape. Or, the Tory Hole, a red sweet wine that compliments barbecue and smoked meats. The food we had was excellent. If you are going to try this vineyard and sample the food, defi-
nitely get the Candied Bacon appetizer. This dish comes on skewers and has thick smoked bacon, cooked in molasses, brown sugar and red pepper. It’s so good that you might end up getting several orders and skipping the main meal. But that wouldn’t be wise. I had the rosemary brown sugar glazed salmon cooked in a balsamic reduction sauce. It was served over garlic mashed potatoes.
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Dine along side beautiful artwork
The portion was generous and cooked to perfection. I had a side salad with it and the Gracie Chardonnay. The wine complemented the meal and the meal stood up to the wine. I was very impressed. My husband had the Cape Fear pot roast. If you are into comfort food, you have to try this. In addition to large portion of very tender meat, it had carrots, celery, onion, garlic and fresh herbs in the gravy. He also had the garlic mashed potatoes and side salad, and he paired it with the Tail Feathers Cabernet Sauvignon. The aromas coming from the pot roast and the wine were a good blend. This was a hearty meal for a heathy appetite. In 2014, when Alex opened the winery and restaurant, he also tested the concept of furnished cottages for overnight stays. He started small with just three cottages. Finding success in his venture, Alex created an event center and increased the number of cottages on the property to 20.
There was a wedding going on while we were there. Picture a beautiful couple standing on a wooden deck overlooking a calm, reflective lake with ducks and birds watching the ceremony on a bright autumn day with trees that had leaves changing colors all around. This is a perfect setting for a fall wedding—have your wedding on the deck, your reception in the event center and your wedding night in one of the cottages.
10 years. Alex has worked with Dana Keeler, the winemaker from Silver Coast Winery, for many years. They share the same passion for delivering a good and consistent product to their guests. “Making spirits was easier than making wine,” Alex said. We don’t try to get fancy with our spirits, we just make a good product and we make it the way it should taste.” That methodolo-
gy has earned their spirits program several awards and great reviews. Alex’s vision has created a wonderful environment for entertainment at so many levels. If you have not visited this North Carolina treasure yet, give it a try. Walk the grounds, study the art, have a drink, pet some animals and escape for an afternoon. It’s totally worth it.
Another part of Cape Fear Winery that was a pleasant “accident” was spirits. “A friend of mine was making moonshine,” Alex explained. “I laughed at him and told him that prohibition was over and suggested that we partner in making refined rum, gin and whiskey. After all, not everyone is a wine drinker.” When you make alcohol, it goes through a distillation process in which the liquid is heated to temperatures in excess of 170 degrees Fahrenheit to create a vapor and then condensed into a liquid base again. All of this is done in a “pot stiller,” a large, wide container with an arm that starts at the top to collect the vapors and then sends them to a second compartment where the fermented liquid increases in alcoholic content and builds the flavor of the spirit. The liquid goes into barrels while it is still warm and can stay there from 2 to
Cape Fear Winery hosts many weddings, and we can see why!
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Art Beat
Beach Find Creations Donna Davis Turns Shells Into Artwork STORY BY CARLA EDSTROM
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hristmas at the beach can be an exciting thing to experience, especially if you are used to snow-covered trees and idyllic winter scenes during the Holidays. The change in scenery is certainly a nice break from the cold winter doldrums. Living by the ocean can easily influence your creative side and change your Christmas decorating vibe from green trees to seashells and other beach finds. After a lifetime of military life and constantly moving, Donna Davis is happy to have her toes in the sand here on the coast and her artwork covered in seashells. “My artwork began from a love of looking for and collecting seashells while walking on the beach,” she said. “I just kept collecting and collecting, and I ended up with way too many seashells. I started creating things, and then had to find a way to sell them because I was running out of room!”
Davis makes beautiful decorative pieces such as wreaths, coneshaped trees, ornaments, and other framed pieces. “I make my art from local shells and shell pieces as well as shells I get from wholesale stores,” she said. “It starts with whatever seashells I happen to have at hand and then supplemented with my stash of other seashells. My process when I make seashell trees starts with a styrofoam cone. Then I cover the bottom with cork, attach the base, and
then start adding seashells (larger to smaller) from the bottom up to the top. I take into consideration color and shapes as I build the tree. No matter what I’m making, it’s always like putting a puzzle together.” It’s not unusual for an artist to not have any formal training. A graduate of Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT, Davis holds degrees in physical education and health education. Her artistic creativity really grew after she started working with special needs kids. “My last job before retiring was as a Special Education Teacher for 7th and 8th grade students with learning disabilities,” said Davis. “This is where my creativity really kicked in, as I needed to be able to find several different ways to help my students learn and to assess what they have learned. With the VA Standards of Learning assessments (state tests), many of my students qualified for alternative assessments. I was determined to show
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the state that they had mastered the SOLs by creating assessments, and I found that I was actually very creative. Many lessons and assessments involved me having to illustrate standards.” Gathering inspiration from her beach finds is easy for Davis as she sees beauty even in the broken shells. “I get my inspiration from the beauty of the seashells, especially the broken ones,” she said. “In teaching my students with special needs, I focused on the students’ strengths rather than their disabilities. In doing so, there was always a positive outcome. With the seashells, rather than looking at the brokenness, I fo-
cus on the colors and shapes and want to show that in using them in my artwork. Walking the beach for hours provides lots of time to think about how I’d use a particular seashell in a piece of art,” she said. The biggest influences in her artwork are the availability of seashells and just what she feels like making at any particular time. “I prefer to just create rather than try to figure out a pattern.” Davis’ favorite pieces she makes are her Oyster Shell Blossom and the Shell Tree. “I created from the broken pieces of whelks and conchs that are shaped like a curly-q,” she said. “Both of these are very time-consuming to make because all of the seashells used are ones that I found on the beach. These are my favorites partly because of the time spent with each piece and also because they are different from other pieces I’ve made. I take a long walk on the beach, look through shell piles, and watch for shells rolling up on the shore.” Find Davis’ artwork at The Artisans Gallery on Howe and at Barn & Beach Designs in Southport. You can reach her by email at spt4usd@ gmail.com.
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Community
Heartwarming Show BLT’s Latest Offering Brings The Cheer STORY BY JEFFREY STITES, PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
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mong this year’s holiday offerings is Brunswick Little Theatre’s production of “Miracle on South Division Street.” The comedy takes to the stage at Brunswick Little Theatre’s playhouse, 8068 River Rd., Southport, Dec. 9-11 and 16-18 at 7:30 pm with two matinees offered on Dec. 12 and 19 at 3 pm. Tickets are available online at brunswicklittletheatre.com and at Ricky Evans Gallery in Southport for $22 apiece.
The theatre’s website summarizes the play this way. “Meet the Nowaks of Buffalo, NY. Clara and her three grown kids have always known they were special, ever since the miraculous night in 1942 when the Blessed Mother appeared to Grandpa in his barbershop! Since then, the neighborhood has looked upon the Nowaks’ 17-foot commemorative shrine as a beacon of hope and faith amidst the urban rubble. But, what happens when a deathbed confession causes the family legend to unravel? Will the entire family’s faith be shaken to the core? The results are heartfelt and hilarious.” We had a chance to speak to the show’s director, John D’Amato, about his experience continuing BLT’s return to the stage after a year of being closed, what made this show appeal to him, and what
audiences can expect to see.
What characters are brought to life in this show?
Clara Nowak (mom) is played by Kathy Cagney-Rossi Ruth Nowak (daughter) is played by Christine Martinez Beverly Nowak (daughter) is played by Maria-Luisa Winslow Jimmy Nowak (son) is played by Rich Deike
What is your background in theatre, directing and with BLT specifically?
After 30 years away from the theatre I got back into it in 2005 in the Washington DC / Baltimore area. From 2005 through fall 2018, I acted in over 40 plays and musicals. In 2015, I tried my hand at directing and directed three more plays until we moved down to Southport in October
2018. In 2019, I was cast in “Once Upon a Mattress” and “A Christmas Carol Musical.” I got to know some of the BLT board during “Once Upon a Mattress” and they were looking for new directors and decided to give me a try. So, I directed “Jack Benny’s Not 39 Anymore” in the fall of 2019. The play was very successful (Kathy and Maria-Luisa were in the cast). Since then, they have asked me to be on the BLT board and to be the Director Liaison for new directors at BLT.
How’s it feel getting back under the lights after the COVID shutdowns?
It is so wonderful to be able to perform to an audience again. We did a program called “Summer Shorts” in August that was seven short scenes with a little comedy between each. I directed this program and BLT was overwhelmed by how grateful the community was to have us back entertaining. We also just did the musical “James and the Giant Peach,” and that also was very successful with the audiences.
Has the remaining Covid mess presented any challenges for you? Casting issues? Attracting an audience (I know it’s early to speak to that, but I’m curious for your thoughts)?
It has been a challenge since we had to make a decision regarding vaccines. We wanted the cast and crew to be vaccinated so everyone could be comfortable on stage. Some actors decided not to audition due to this requirement but we were still able to put together an outstanding cast. As for audiences, we have been following the Governor’s guidelines and so far, we have had great turnouts at all of our shows.
What drew you to this show?
I was part of the play selection committee and as soon as we read this, everyone wanted to do it. While there is great humor in the play, there are surprises throughout it that made us know that audiences would just love this play. It is quite heartwarming and makes a great holiday show. Since there was no part for me, I volunteered to direct it as I really wanted to be part of this production. Back row left to right is Christine Martinez, John D’Amato, Ray Hitney, Nancy Forbach and sitting left to right is Kathy Cagney Rossi, Rich Deike and Maria-Luisa Winslow.
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What’s been the most challenging part of this production thus far?
The most fun?
Once we had the cast, the biggest challenge was putting our set together. We have to make the stage look like a functioning home kitchen. That required appliances and cupboards which a small theatre like us does not necessarily have. We were lucky that Habitat for Humanity had the cupboards, countertop and sink we needed, and they let us borrow them for this production. The most fun for me is watching the script come to life. The actors immediately knew their characters but, in each rehearsal, they bring a little more nuance to their character. And we have a cast and crew that get along so well and have made many great suggestions that I have incorporated into the play.
What can you tell us about your cast? How have they responded to returning to the stage?
Kathy had been on stage once since the pandemic started but the rest hadn’t. They are all thrilled to be able to be back on the stage. They have all been chomping at the bit to get back to it.
What makes this show particularly great for the holiday season?
It has so much heart and people will be surprised how the story of the Miracle plays out. This play tells a beautiful love story with great humanity but also shows a family that truly cares deeply for each other.
Please feel free to add anything else you’d like to share about the show.
All I can add is that the audience will have great laughs but they will also be brought to tears and joy.
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community
Art League of Leland Celebrate The Arts With Fellow Artists STORY CONTRIBUTED
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he Art League of Leland (ALL) has resumed its schedule of monthly meetings featuring a variety of guest speakers from all across the world of the arts. The meetings are held from 4-6 pm at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way in Leland, and are free and open to the public. ALL will announce any meeting updates on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and www.artleagueofleland.org. Thursday, Jan 6, 2022 January’s meeting features fiber/ textile artist Louise Giordano as guest speaker. Fiber and textiles have been the fabric of Giordano’s life since childhood. Initially a knitter and crocheter, her passion now is felting to create functional and wearable fabrics designed to enhance beauty, wheth-
er on the body or as decoration for the home. Largely self-trained, she has pursued a variety of classes, workshops, and courses in nuno felting with nationally and internationally known felt artists. By combining and merging merino wool roving through fine silk fabrics and adding other embellishments, Giordano creates scarves and wraps that drape beautifully on the body but can also be used as wall
hangings or table runners. Most recently she has been experimenting with felted hats and bags. Her work is available at City Pottery & Fine Crafts in The Cotton Exchange.
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 welcomes artists and art lovers not only from Leland but also from neighboring communities. To learn more, go to www.artleagueofleland.org.
Louise Giordano displays her unique textile artwork
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FITNESS
Holiday Wellness
Five Tips To Keep You Feeling Healthy BY BRIAN TULLY, MS
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nyone else here shocked by how quickly 2021 has flown by? I mean it literally feels like last week that we were setting up the tree for the 2020 holiday season. And here we are again. Decorating and getting caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season. With so many things taking our attention these days, I thought a quick article with a few bite-sized fitness and wellness tips would be a good idea. Just to keep us from getting too far off track during these busy days. 1. Break Out of Your Bubble
Here’s a mood-booster to keep up your sleeve for days when you’re feeling low: go out and explore new places. A study tracked people and their moods across NYC and Miami for several months. Here’s what it found: people whose physical locations varied day to day felt happier. To put it another way,
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breaking out of your bubble is a good thing. You don’t have to venture out to farflung corners of your city (or at all) – you can use this advice within the scope of your daily routine, say the study’s authors. Here are some ways to do that: •Try a new skill you can learn at home (cooking, painting, coding, yoga, anything!) •Do regular activities in irregular places (e.g., do your morning stretches outside instead of in the living room) •Listen to a type of music you wouldn’t normally listen to or read new types of books •Interact with different people (face-to-face or online) •Rearrange your living or working spaces to make them feel fresh and new Bottom line is, anything you can do to experience new sights and sounds is a good thing. Why not give it a shot today and see how you can mix things up?
2. Improve Your Posture
Did Momma ever tell you not to slouch? Well, she had a point. Good posture reportedly opens up your lungs and airways, reduces back pain, and increases energy. It may also have a strong psychological impact. Research has found that we feel more confident when sitting or standing up straight in comparison to slouching. It only takes a minute to do a quick check-in on your posture. According to Healthline: “When sitting, your feet should rest flat on the floor, with even weight on both hips. Your back should be mostly straight
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(you’ll have natural curves). Your shoulders should be back but relaxed and your ears should line up over your collarbones. When standing, your legs should have a slight knee bend so you’re not hyperextending or locking your knee joints.” Why not start right now? Leave a reminder note on your work desk: Every time you see it, you’ll be prompted to quickly check in on your posture.
3. Take an Awe Walk
It’s no mystery that going for a walk is good for your health. But did you know that doing it with the right mindset can have positive long-term psychological effects? In a 2020 study, those who took an “awe walk” reported greater joy and less daily distress over time. The idea is simply to allow yourself to be in awe of your surroundings as you walk. Awe can be described as “a positive emotion elicited when in the presence of vast things not immediately understood”. So, when were you last in awe? Often it only takes a change of perspective. You can give it a try by follow the steps here https://ggia.berkeley.edu/ practice/awe_walk
4. Celebrate Wins (No Matter How Small)
It’s easy to get stuck focusing on the negatives (we all do it – it’s called the negativity bias). But here’s the good news: it is possible to re-train our brains to be more positive. One way to do this is by celebrating our wins. When we do this, we feel a sense of achievement – which inspires us to want to progress more. This creates a positive cycle. And guess what? Minor victories are as important as major breakthroughs – so celebrate them all! Maybe you got in 10,000 steps today, cooked a delicious new recipe, or cleaned out that junk drawer. Whatever it is, acknowledge it and give yourself props for making it happen. To help you build that win momentum, try ending the day by journaling your wins for the day. Try it to-
night to list down three things you won at today – big or small!
5. Improve Mind-Muscle Connection for Better Workouts
The concept of mind-muscle connection is simple: focus your mind on the muscles you’re using, and you’ll do a better job of activating them. Say you’re doing squats. You can think about what’s for lunch, or you can think about squeezing your glutes like you’re trying to crack a walnut between your cheeks. If your goal is muscle activation, do the latter! Here are a few tips: •Do warm-up sets. Nail your form first using lighter weights, then you can shift focus. •Use visualization. Imagine the muscle activating and growing. •Slow down – especially during the eccentric (i.e., negative) part of a movement. •Place a hand or fingers on the muscle you’re activating for sensory feedback (or get a workout partner to do
Two of our favorite places for an Awe Walk: Ev Henwood Nature Preserve (above) and Brunswick Riverwalk (Facing page)
it…just make sure you have a close personal relationship with the person you asked to do this. Asking a stranger at the gym to put their hand on your glutes during a squat might get you some strange looks). Before you know it, we’ll be packing up the holiday decorations and preparing for another new year. Hopefully some of these tips will be just the reminders or ideas you
will need to get you started on the right foot as we wrap up this year and move into a new one. As always, if you have any questions or other thoughts to share, I would love to hear from you! Brian@BetterTogetherFitness.com BetterTogetherFitness.com
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COMMUNITY
Fort Caswell History
Civil War Round Table December Meeting STORY AND PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED
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ee Fort Caswell as few have seen it in the last 100 plus years at the Tuesday, Dec. 7 meeting of the Brunswick Civil War Round Table featuring popular local historian and site manager at Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site, Jim McKee. His topic: “The Fort Caswell You’ve Never Seen.” The meeting will be held at Hatch Auditorium on Caswell Beach on the grounds of the North Carolina Baptist Assembly, and the site of Fort Caswell. Registration begins at 6:15 pm and the program starts at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome. The visitor fee is $10, which can be applied toward the $25 annual membership dues.
The historic Fort Caswell that Baptist Assembly visitors and Civil War Round Table meeting attendees pass enroute to Hatch Auditorium today is very different from Fort Caswell of the 19th Century. McKee’s unique presentation will show the site it as it was during and
immediately after the Civil War through rare photographs and archival drawings, visuals that are not part of even the infrequent site tours of the ruins. The fort was named after former governor Richard Caswell. It was built of
stone and earthworks, and completed in 1836 at a cost of $473,402. Located on the eastern tip of Oak Island, it juts into the confluence of the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean in support of the fort’s association with blockade runners during the Civil War in defense of the
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port of Wilmington, the state’s largest city at the time. When North Carolina seceded from the Union, the Confederate Army made it, along with nearby Fort Fisher, one of the most elaborate defensive systems in the world. However, after a massive
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Union assault captured Fort Fisher on Jan. 15, 1865, orders came to spike Fort Caswell’s guns, burn the barracks, and explode the magazines. Two days later, the magazines were ignited, exploding approximately 100,000 pounds of powder with a blast that could be heard 100 miles away in Fayetteville. The eventual loss of Wilmington, the Confederacy’s last port, was a major factor in General Robert E. Lee’s decision to surrender at Appomattox.
tend meetings remotely via ZOOM, the new, easy online registration process, or how to become a member, contact Round Table president John Butler at Brunswickcwrt@gmail.com, or call him at (404) 229-9425. You may also visit the organization’s website at Brunswickcivilwarroundtable.com, or visit their Facebook page for additional information, comments, and updates.
The evening’s guest speaker formerly worked for the National Park Service and the NC Maritime Museum in Southport. He is a popular, sought-after speaker, author, and contributor of articles on Archaeology, Artillery, the Civil War, and Colonial subjects. He is also nationally certified in 18th and 19th century artillery. For more information about in-person meeting requirements, how to at-
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Popular Take-Home Craft Program Continues STORY CONTRIBUTED
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hen the N.C. Maritime Museum at Southport closed during the pandemic, staff there worked on ways to continue to connect with the community. One of those projects evolved into seasonal to-go craft bags designed to keep children occupied and educated while the museum and schools were closed to the public. Due to their popularity, Education Curator Katy Menne has continued to offer seasonal versions of the kits that each include four crafts with supplies plus links to two online story times. “This was a COVID adjustment that we’re keeping,” Menne said. The museum offers five themed versions of the craft kits throughout the year: Valentine’s Day, spring, Halloween, fall and winter. “For the crafts, I look for common things that are used for the holidays, and I look for a way to make them maritime,” Menne said.
For example, one of the crafts in the currently available Harvest Yawl To-Go Craft Bags features construction paper, paper leaves and pipe cleaners to be used in creating a lionfish. Now, the lionfish has a clear connection to the sea, but what about the season? “Why did we pick a lionfish?” Menne asked. “Well, the nickname of a lionfish is the ‘turkey fish.’ With it being fall and many
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people celebrating the holidays, we made that maritime connection to turkey.” Other crafts include a wooden leaf ornament that comes with paint, a brush and string to decorate and then hang it. There are signal flags that spell out autumn for coloring, along with some history behind the word itself. And the eponymous ‘yawl,’ a type of two-masted boat that the children can color, cut out and assemble, along with information about the vessel. “I’m trying to fold in different layers of learning,” Menne said. The kits also include written instructions and a link to a video guide, as well as the two storytimes that this go-round feature a special holiday co-host: Terri the Turkey. As Menne reads each stories, she also describes the images on each page.
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The kits are most appropriate for ages
4 to 12 (with the stories skewing toward the under 10 crowd). But part of the goal, Menne explained, is to spark conversations between the crafters and adults or older sibling as they learn together and share stories. “We hope people get these for, say, their grandchildren or other family,” Menne said. “Because, really, you’re never too young or old to enjoy some seasonal fun.” Kits will be available until 4 pm on Dec. 4 or until sold out. They are $7 each if picked up at the museum or $12 by mail to anywhere in the U.S. Sales of winter-themed craft bags will begin on Dec. 7. For more information or to purchase a craft bag, call 910-477-5151 or visit ncmaritimemuseumsouthport.com.
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Winterfest 2021 December 5-11
STOREFRONT SHOWCASE
CANDY CANE GARDEN PARTY (Sponsored by
COSTUMED HOLIDAY HISTORY TOUR
WINTERFEST PERFORMING ARTS
(Sponsored by City of Southport) Visit and vote on local businesses
Southport Garden Club)
(Sponsored by NC Maritime
Brunswick Arts Council)
who have decorated for the
Tuesday, December 7,
Museum at Southport)
Saturday, December 11
season! Displays will be able to
from 6– 7 p.m.
Friday, December 10, at 3 p.m.
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
be voted on until December 11,
Keziah Park
204 E. Moore St.
Franklin Square Park Stage
ANNUAL COOKIE CONTEST
CAROLING WITH THE SEA NOTES
SANTA’S WORKSHOP
(Sponsored by
with winners announced on December 13.
(Sponsored by The State Port Pilot)
Friday, December 10
(Sponsored by
PET PICTURES WITH SANTA
Wednesday, December 8,
from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Southport Parks & Rec.)
(Sponsored by Southport Animal
from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Franklin Square Park Stage
Saturday, December 11,
Protective Services)
Community Building 223 E Bay St.
from 10 - 11 a.m.
Indian Trail Meeting Hall / Keziah
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Park 113 W. Moore St.
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(Sponsored by Southport Fire Dept.)
Southport Parks & Rec.)
Friday, December 10,
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Wednesday, December 8,
Children will board the fire engines
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Sunday, December 5, at 2-4 p.m.
BICYCLE & GOLF CART CHRISTMAS PARADE
at 5 - 7 p.m. $5 per child
209 Atlantic Ave., beside Southport Gym
at the Southport Fire Station at
Friends of the Library)
(Sponsored by
209 Atlantic Ave.,
5:30 p.m. Parade begins at 6:30
Saturday, December 11
Southport Evening Rotary Club)
beside Southport Gym
p.m. Parade route: Waterfront Park,
1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
down Howe St., back to the
Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe St.
Sunday, December 5, at 6 p.m. Meet at Franklin Square Park to participate
CHRISTMAS MOVIE “POLAR EXPRESS”
Southport Fire Station. Following the parade, children are invited to
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Downtown Southport, Inc., & City of
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Southport Parks & Rec.)
Featuring the Back Porch Rockers
Thursday, December 9, at dusk
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Saturday, December 11
Southport Police Dept.)
Chairs/blankets are encouraged
Southport)
(Sponsored by Downtown Southport,
7 p.m. on the Southport Waterfront.
Monday, December 6, at 6-8 p.m.
Inc. & City of Southport)
Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the
Franklin Square Park
Saturday, December 11
beauty of the Christmas lights bouncing
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Franklin Square Park
off the water. Judges - Southport
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CALENDAR
December
We’ve included events here that were scheduled at press time, but please remember that all events, dates and times are subject to change. For programs offered through the Town of Leland, visit https://apm.activecommunities.com/townofleland/ to register online or call 910-395-9891.
DEC 4
Holiday Art Market — LCAC
It’s even more important than ever to shop local, and this popular market features handmade creations from local artists. The market runs 10 a, to 3 pm at the Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way, Leland.
DEC 4
Belville Lights by the River and Tree Lighting
Head to the Brunswick Riverwalk Park in Belville at 4:30 pm for holiday festivities, a light display and the annual tree lighting, complete with a visit from Santa at 5 pm, a performance from the Coastal Dance Academy and a viewing of “Elf” the movie at 6:15 pm.
DEC 4 THRU JANUARY
Leland in Lights
The tree lighting at 6 pm on Dec 4 kicks off this festive holiday lights display at Founders Park, Town Hall Drive in Leland. The display features all sorts of holiday scenes the whole family will enjoy.
DEC 4
Holiday Pop Up!
Shop for handmade gifts from local vendors from 1-4 pm at the Joyce, 1174 Turlington Ave., Leland. There will be a photographer on site, Princess appearances and brunch available for purchase until 3 pm.
DEC 7-30
Nancy Rae Brown Exhibit — Leland Cultural Arts Center
Paintings of peaceful landscapes and
architecture are on display this month in the Gallery and may be viewed during regular business hours at the Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way.
DEC 7
Brunswick Civil War Round Table
See Fort Caswell as few have seen it in the last 100 plus years. Popular local historian and site manager at Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site, Jim McKee will cover “The Fort Caswell You’ve Never Seen.” McKee’s unique presentation will show the site it as it was during and immediately after the Civil War through rare photographs and archival drawings, visuals that are not part of even the infrequent site tours of the ruins. The meeting will be held at Hatch Auditorium on Caswell Beach on the grounds of the North Carolina Baptist Assembly, and the site of Fort Caswell. Registration begins at 6:15 pm and the program starts at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome. The visitor fee is $10, which can be applied toward the $25 annual membership dues.
DEC 9
Artist Reception
Meet the artist and view her work at this reception celebrating the work of Nancy Rae Brown. The reception is 6-8 pm at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way.
DEC 9
Purse Bash
The North Brunswick Chamber hosts this annual, popular fundraiser, with drawings for designer purses beginning at 6 pm. The event will be virtual again this year, and participants do not have to be present online to win. Tickets are $20, with only 500 tickets available. Call 910-383-0553 for tickets and more information.
DEC 9-12 AND 16-19
“Miracle on South Division Street” — Brunswick Little Theatre Brunswick Little Theatre presents “Miracle on South Division Street” at the theatre, 8068 River Road SE, near Southport. This heartfelt and hilarious play focuses on the Nowak family and
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what happens when a family legend is unraveled. The show is at 7:30 pm Dec 9-11 and Dec 16-18 with matinees on Dec 12 and 19 at 3 pm. Tickets are available online at brunswicklittletheatre.com and at Ricky Evans Gallery in Southport for $22.
DEC 10
The Moonlighters Orchestra
Bring your dancing shoes for this concert, featuring big band swing, jazz and pop. Visit https://www.townofleland.com/lcac to purchase tickets. The show is 7-9 pm at the Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way.
DEC 10-11
Light of the World — Live Nativity and Lights Display Drive through this display at the Fort Caswell Retreat & Conference Center at the west end of Caswell Beach, 6-8 pm. There will be living Christmas Cards on display, and the historic campus will be decorated with lights.
DEC 11
Christmas Parade — Bolivia
Enjoy this parade on Old Ocean Highway in Bolivia, from 11 am to 2 pm.
DEC 11
Movie in the Park — Leland
It’s the most wonderful time of year to watch “Elf” under the starts at Founders Park, Town Hall Drive. Bring chairs and blankets and some sacks, but no alcohol and no pets.
DEC 12 AND 13
Christmas movies at BCC
Enjoy Christmas movies on the big screen at Odell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick Community College, 50 College Road, Bolivia. “Gremlins Rule Breakers” plays at 7 pm on Dec 12 and “White Christmas” plays at 1 pm on Dec 13. Tickets are $4.50 and available at www. bccowa.com
DEC 16
Holly Jolly Holiday Performance — Leland Cultural Arts Center Watch your friends and neighbors perform as students of the Center’s dance, theatre, and music classes take the stage. The performances are from 6-8 pm at the Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way.
ONGOING EVENTS Riverwalk Marketplace
Fridays and Saturdays 11 am - 6 pm.; 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 classes and online programs, including: painting, pottery, jewelry-making, acting, dance and more.
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.
Leland Library - 487 Village Road
The Library is open Monday through Friday, 10 am - 5 pm. Curbside delivery is still 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.
NC Maritime Museums - Southport Hours are 10 am to 4 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays. Masks are required. Online and hybrid programs
are also available; Salty Dog Saturdays — seafood cooking lessons for adults — are back too. Check https://ncmaritimemuseumsouthport.com for details.
Brunswick Wellness Coalition
Walk with a Doc on the second Saturday and Health Hacks (nutrition and physical activity tricks) is the second Monday; both events are virtual via Facebook for now.
Art League of Leland (ALL) at the 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.
LIVE MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT Odell Williamson Auditorium at Brunswick Community College 150 College Road NE, Bolivia
Dec 10 — Steven Curtis Chapman Acoustic Christmas
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 701 N. Third Street in Wilmington
Dec 5 — City Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” Dec 7 — Under the Streetlamp Hip to the Holidays Dec 9 — The NC Symphony performs Holiday Pops Dec 11 — The College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas. Seating is limited for shows at 1 and 5 pm. Dec 12 — Songs of the Season from the Wilmington Choral Society Dec 15-16 — An Officer and a Gentleman — The Broadway touring company brings this classic story to Wilmington Dec 18-19 The Wilmington Ballet Company and US International Ballet present The Great Wilmington Nutcracker Jan 8, 2022 — Comedian Ron White performs Jan 16, 2022 — The NC Symphony
performs a Beethoven Triple Concerto Jan 17, 2022 — Phillip Phillips and Jon Foremen Jan 19, 2022 — Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Jan 21-22, 2022 — SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical Jan 23 — The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra presents Bruch Violin Concerto featuring Randall Goosby, 6 pm Jan 25-27, 2022 — Beautiful - The Carole King Musical Feb 1-3, 2022— Cats — The hit Broadway musical by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Visit https://wilsoncentertickets.com for more information.
Jingle & Mingle
BEER AND WINE Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar 1175 Turlington Ave, Suite 101, Leland Full menu available for dine-in or takeout — also hosting live music, karaoke and trivia.
The Joyce 1174 Turlington Ave.
Check Facebook for specials and details on music and trivia nights.
Local’s Tavern 1107 New Pointe Blvd., Leland
Music Bingo on Wednesdays, starting at 7 pm. Specials are posted on Facebook.
Bridgewater Wines 1132 New Pointe Blvd., Leland
Tuesday Trivia is at at 6:30 pm (reservations required). Checkout the great food menu, and Sunday brunch specials; call 910-408-1900 to order takeout.
Blossoms Restaurant Greens) 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr.
(Magnolia
Reservations are encouraged; call 910-383-0998. Check Facebook for drink and food deals and special events.
Brunswick Beer Xchange Co. 113 Village Road, Leland
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1113 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-371-6315 Full-service chain bar &grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting
BLOSSOMS RESTAURANT Magnolia Greens Golf Course 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr., Leland 910-383-0998 Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week
BRIDGEWATER WINES 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
BRODEE DOGS 103A Village Rd NE, Leland (910) 523-5121
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.
CHARLIE GRAINGERS
Handcrafted Pottery COFFEE JUST TASTES BETTER IN A HAND-MADE MUG
1110 New Pointe Blvd #120, Leland (910) 399-7733 Hot dogs, brisket
CHINGON TAQUERIA 1132 New Pointe Blvd, Leland (910) 3408-1221 Mexican Food & Drink
CHRISTOPHER’S STEAKHOUSE AND SEAFOOD 2013 New Regent Way Ste 200, Leland (910) 782-8498 Steakes, Seafood, Salads, Sandwiches
DUNKIN DONUTS 1132 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-383-8383 Hand crafted espresso drinks, fresh made all day breakfast sandwiches and delicious donuts.
MR. BAGELMEISTER Handmade, one of a kind pieces you can use everyday. Glazed with food safe glazes. Available at: THE PAINTED MERMAID • 817 N Howe Street, Southport
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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. Cutler Crossing, Leland Southern Style, Breakfast & Brunch (910) 408-1676
FIVE GUYS 2028 Olde regent way, leland (910) 833-1997 Burgers, Shakes and more!
FALCONE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 2013 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-371-3442 Authentic Italian Fare
FIREHOUSE SUBS 3572 Leland Town Center Dr., Leland (910) 408-1007
THE FOREST RESTAURANT Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest 1281 Cape Fear National Dr., Leland 910-383-3283
FUZZY PEACH 1109 New Pointe Blvd, Ste 4, Leland 910-371-1238 Frozen Yogurt
GAYLYN’S DINER 322 Village Rd, Leland (910) 371-3533 Breakfast and Lunch
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 2013 Olde Regent Way, Ste 110, Leland Serving frshly made burritos, quesadillas and more Mexican
JADE GARDEN 1735 Reed Rd, Leland 910-383-0880 Chinese
JERSEY MIKE’S 2029 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-523-5300 Sub sandwiches
JIMMY JOHN’S
Pizza, Italian, Bar
WAFFLE HOUSE
503 Old Waterford Way 104-A, Leland 910-399-7007 Sub sandwiches
PORT CITY JAVA
111 Village Rd NE, Leland 910-371-3600 Breakfast Restaurant
THE JOYCE IRISH PUB 1174 Turlington Ave, Ste 101, Leland 910-408-1400 Irish Pub, Burgers, Beverage
LATITUDES Compass Pointe, Leland 910-777-7740 Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week
LELAND SMOKEHOUSE 503 Olde Waterford Way Ste 100, Leland (910)228-5008 BBQ, Wings, Ribs
511 Olde Waterford Way 1112 E Cutlar Crossing 910-383-1238, Leland Coffeehouse chain with house-roasted, organic, breakfast items, sandwiches.
P.T.’S OLDE FASHIONED GRILLE
YUMMI YUMMI 112 Village Rd NE, Leland 910-371-0077 Chinese
WOK AND ROLL 2013 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-371-9025 Chinese
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 LOCAL’S TAVERN 1107 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910- 769-1289 American Bar/Pub, Music
M + K’S KITCHEN 403 Village Rd NE, Leland 910-833-8030
MIYABI JR EXPRESS 1108 New Pointe Blvd #110, Leland (910) 769-2358 Hibachi, Sushi
NEW DAY CAFE 497 Olde Waterford Way Ste 100, Leland (910) 769-9036 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
PANARA BREAD 2024 Olde Regent Way, Leland
112 Village Rd. NE, Leland 910-371-2890
SHUCKIN’ SHACK OYSTER BAR - LELAND 1175 Turlington Ave Suite 101 Leland, North Carolina (910) 221-5522
SIX HAPPINESS ASIAN RESTAURANT 1114 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-371-0021 Japanese, Sushi, Asian
SMITHFIELD’S CHICKEN ’N BAR-B-Q 2020 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-371-6900 Counter-serve chain offers fried chicken &Eastern NC BBQ vinegar-based sauce
SUBWAY
Suite 110
103 Village Rd NE & 1012 Grandiflora Dr 910-371-9933 910-383-0211 Subs & Salads
(910) 274-0358
TAQUERIA SANTA CLARA
PAPI’S CAFE
1389 Lanvale Rd, Leland (910) 769-5598 Take-out Mexican, Burgers, Hot Dogs
1108 New Pointe Blvd #140, Leland (910) 408-1662 Peruvian Charcoal Rotisserie Chicken
PIZZA HUT 112 K Village Rd NE, Leland 910-371-9547
We couldn’t resist the Meatloaf Benedict Special at New Day Cafe
A huge THANK YOU to loyal reader Carol Brauzer for her very kind note and help in updating our Dining Guide.
Making Your Travel Dreams Come True
TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE 143 Poole Rd, Leland 910- 765-1144 Healthy Choices
PIZZETTA’S PIZZERIA 1144 E. Cutlar Crossing, Leland 910-371-6001
Contact Shelby Frick shelby@fairytaleconcierge.com • Samantha Sullivan samantha@fairytaleconcierge.com www.LelandMag.com /December /December 2021/ 2021/ Leland Magazine 31
WARM GREETINGS FROM THE WILMINGTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA!
Be sure to attend the many wonderful local Holiday concerts around town and experience the talents of our own WSO musicians! Wilmington Symphony Orchestra | (910) 791-9262 | WilmingtonSymphony.org 32 Leland Magazine /December /December 2021 / www.LelandMag.com
