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f course the cover is Southport celebrating Independence Day, and inside you’ll find out all about the ways we can enjoy this year’s rather different festival. You’ll also see some history you might not have known. We loved putting this issue together, and thanks to the incredible support of our local businesses, this is the biggest issue so far this year! But my favorite part of this month’s work was taking my teenage niece Lindsey out to learn photography. Pay special attention to the ads for Southport Trading Company and All In Bloom, Lindsey took those photos! I am so proud. And I’m thankful to be able to share all the good things, with family and with all of you!

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CURRENTS 4th Of July Fun 2020 It’s Going To Be Different, But Still Lots Of Fun During The 225th Festival STORY AND PHOTOS BY JEFFREY STITES

his is a bittersweet year for Southport’s 4th of July Festival. This will be the 225th year of the Festival, and this year also marks the 100th anniversary of women winning the right to vote nationwide. But this year’s celebrations will be very different due to restrictions put in place to mitigate the COVID-19 virus. We wonder what the residents of Southport in 1795 would think of Southport 2020. While they could certainly understand fighting a pandemic, the idea of moving the Festival into cyberspace would be incomprehensible to them. But that is exactly what the Festival Committee has planned, and it’s the very best the could be made of a bad situation. We will be able to share in many of our favorite festival traditions, on Facebook. The Facebook page @nc4thofjulyfestival will be home to all the fun, but if you miss the live events, you can catch up on the www.nc4thofjuly.com website. It won’t be the same as sharing these things in person and together, but this year has taught us that we can be together while remaining apart.

expect a lot of people and delays leaving the island.

THURSDAY, JULY 2 Flags Flying High, All Festival Long This is also not virtual. The Southport Fire Department will have our nation’s colors flying throughout the City.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 Fireworks at the Oak Island Pier, 9 pm weather permitting This one isn’t virtual — these are going to be real, honest to goodness fireworks you can go see! While the fireworks are set off from the Oak Island Pier at the end of Womble Street, pretty much the length of the island’s beach strand is going to be a fine place for viewing. Remember we’re in the middle of a pandemic and crowds are not your friend. Parking is available in town lots and street rightsof-way (please keep tires off the road so traffic can flow). After the fireworks, Oak Island police will be on hand to help direct traffic off the island. Given this is one of the few fireworks displays in the area, 4 Southport Magazine /July /July 2020 / www.SouthportMag.com

have dressed up their homes and busiA welcome from Festival co-chairs Ran- nesses for Independence Day in this slide dy Jones and Trisha Howarth on Facebook show on Facebook and the Festival website. Live

Patriotism on Display, 10 am See how all our friends and neighbors

FRIDAY, JULY 3 Suffrage Facebook Challenge, All Day Did you realize that this year is also the 100th anniversary of women winning the right to vote nationwide? You can read all about how the suffrage movement in Southport in this issue on page [insert page #}. Join in the celebration by changing your Facebook profile picture to a yellow flower today.

Test Your Knowledge, 10 am People seeking to become American citizens must pass a 100-question civics test. Do you think YOU know enough about how your country works that you could pass? Join Superior Court Judge Jason Disbrow for an abbreviated 10-12 question quiz and find out! Afterwards, join Judge Disbrow in reciting the Oath of Allegiance that is administered to our nation’s new citizens.

Becoming an American, 12 pm and 2 pm Hear from some of Southport’s naturalized citizens on Facebook Live about Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

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boaters and individuals are encouraged to sound horns and sirens for three minutes.

SATURDAY, JULY 4

Reading of the Declaration of Independence, 12 pm

Flag Raising, 6:06 am A Flag Raising Ceremony on Facebook Live followed by the singing of the national anthem

Flag Folding Tutorial, 8 am OK, you’ve been flying the colors all week, but at some point you may need to put that flag away. Do you know how to fold it properly and respectfully? Join Boy Scout Troop #238 on Facebook Live for a lesson on how it’s done.

Community Pledge, beginning at 11 am You are invited to stop, reflect and join your community for the Pledge of Allegiance. At 11 am, churches, police and fire in Southport will ring bells. At 11:03 am we recite the pledge together from wherever we are. At 11:05 am, first responders,

Lee Norris, one of our very most favorite people, performs a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence. This document is why we are doing all of this. It’s the one of the most incredible, inspirational and aspirational writings in all of human history. Lee will make you feel it in your bones.

City of Southport Message, 2 pm Southport Mayor Joseph P. Hatem and Southport Aldermen share patriotic messages of Facebook Live.

Parades of the Past, 4 pm Miss the parade? I know we do! To help fill the void, the NC Fourth of July Festival Committee and Southport Historical Society have collected photos and stories from the parades of past years. Watch on Facebook Live and don’t forget to wave!

Celebrate 100 years of Women’s Right To Vote, 6 pm The Southport Historical Society presents a video tribute to the passage of the 19th Amendment. See photos of Southport’s first women voters as well as women of today paying tribute.

Fireworks of the Past, 8 pm While we’re going down memory lane, why not listen to stories of past fireworks? Everything hasn’t always gone perfectly, you know. Tune in to Facebook Live to hear about the year the display went “BOOM!!”

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Vacationer’s Vittles Program Connects Visitors To Local Farmers Through Rental Agencies STORY BY LISA P STITES

ne of the best things about traveling is experiencing local culture and local flavors. Visitors to our area have a new option to maximize buying local produce, thanks to Vacation Vittles. The USDA-sponsored program, led by NC State, gives local farmers a way to sell fresh produce to visitors. At a time when social distancing is important and some may not want to go to a crowded store on a weekend, fresh produce available at check-in is a great way for visitors to get settled in before heading out to the local farmers markets, produce stands and stores. Vacationers have the option to order produce when they book a vacation. Two rental agencies on Oak Island participate — Oak Island Accommodations and Margaret Rudd & Associates. This is the second year that Oak island Accommodations has participated, offering the service for Saturday pickups. “Oak Island Accommodations is thrilled to participate in the Vacation Vittles program again,” Marketing Manager/Chief Content Marketer Kristin Goode said. “Connecting local farmers with OIA guests is a natural partnership. It’s a convenient way for guests who wish to whip up soul-nourishing meals for their family and friends to pick up these goods while on vacation. We hope more guests will take advantage of this service and search out other products that are grown or made right here in southeastern North Carolina.” So far this year, more than 200 bags have been sold through the Oak Island rental agencies, according to Duarte B. Morais, PhD. Morais is Associate Professor of Equitable and Sustainable Tourism and a Specialist with NC Tourism Extension at North Carolina State University. Oak Island is the Vacation Supported Agriculture (VSA) program’s largest market, but the program is in place in all the Brunswick County beaches, Wrightsville Beach, Topsail Beach and the Outer Banks. Last year, vacationers to Oak island purchased 250 bags in all 12 weeks of the summer season, so Morais said they are off to a very good start this summer, even with a delayed rental season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “People

are seeking vacations that allow them to decompress from life’s stresses in relative safety, and pre-ordering bags of fresh produce emerges as a very COVID-19 compatible approach,” he said. Vacationers began ordering bags in May, he explained, even knowing that their vacation plans may not have not materialized. There would be no refund, and bags that were purchased but could not be delivered would be donated to unemployed local tourism service workers. “And vacationers bought the bags anyway,” he said. He credited efforts by agencies such as Oak Island Accommodations as contributing to this year’s strong sales. “I think they are doing this because they find that the VSA bags resonate very positively with their guests, because that this initiative brings meaningful benefits to local farmers and under-served youth, responsible for aggregating produce, and packaging and delivering bags, and because we collaborate with them in an efficient and smooth way,” Morais said. The program compiled feedback from more than 1,000 vacationers who participated last year, and the results were extremely positive about being able to support local farmers while using in-season, fresh produce. The produce now comes in insulated bags designed to keep everything as fresh as possible and protected during transit. For more information on Vacation Vittles, visit https://p1provisions.com or find People-First Provisions on Facebook.

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Living The Dream Local Board Shop Shows How to Run a Business with Passion for the Community STORY AND PHOTOS BY COURTNEY MILLIRON

att Troetti, a born and bred Oak Island local, has turned his passion his career with his board shop, Never Ever Boards. He attributes his lifelong love for outdoor sports to his hometown. “I just turned 27. I grew up in the area the majority of my life,” he said. “But I’ve always really been interested in an outdoor scene, especially living by the beach. It really forces you to love the outdoors and get involved in outdoor sports, activities and adventure. Just the thrill of it all. That really harnessed my interest in skating and outdoor sports.” Never Ever Boards, which opened in May of 2018, sells everything from paddleboards, to skate boards, to clothing and accessories. When opening the shop, Matt learned that it was all about pacing yourself. “What I’ve learned more than anything is that it’s a series of steps. And collectively to reach any kind of goal, hitting those steps and benchmarks, you can do anything you want to do. So the goal was, I want to open a retail store, what do I have to do to make this happen?” he said. His entrepreneurial spirit drives his business, but his passion is what makes him enjoy the store. “What can I do that I’ll enjoy it, but won’t feel like I’m sacrificing these major parts of my life? I can do something where it would be more fun for me, and in a sense keep me young longer. There’s definitely a youthfulness to adventure sports,” Matt said.

veloping countries around the world?” From growing up in the area, Matt understands the needs of the local, younger generation as well. “A lot of kids will get in trouble here, and that all comes down to not having anything to do. Having the skate park open is keeping people togeth-

er and giving kids something positive to do,” he said. Realizing that need, the shop played a key role in expanding the Oak Island skate park hours and eliminating fees. “That was an effort between the local youth and ourselves and understanding the importance of the skate park for the community. It was a good key move for our business and what we stand for.” After encouraging people to

contact their council members and town staff, Matt addressed the issue at a town hall meeting. “It was really a watershed moment for me because there were so many people that were from the younger part of our community that were there to support it. They gave it to us as a Christmas gift, where they opened the park for free for the first time in 20 years with dawn til dusk hours. It was a huge win for us and the community.”

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CURRENTS Looking around the store, you’ll also find products from other local businesses too. “Not only on a networking side and getting to know your fellow community and working with different local businesses on that level, but collaboration I think is key to having any type of successful business,” Matt said. “Because it’s a joint effort between these different businesses, where we’re able to combine marketing resources and efforts to make a larger goal happen. To bring all these things together and make a cool product for the customer, that’s what matters at the end of the day.” With his already burgeoning business, Matt has even more goals for the future. “Our numbers have been growing quite a bit. I would love to be able to go into production for our own products and get us into other shops, creating a stronger brand that would hopefully become its own line,” he said. Matt has treated the pandemic as his biggest lesson, “I’ve really learned about adapting and being ready to change. There’s always another opportunity, to not get stuck on ‘Oh I missed out on this,’ or kicking yourself because

you didn’t take advantage of something. Keeping that positive mindset and abundance mentality, there’s enough to go around for everybody.”

welcoming to everybody and that’s a core philosophy in our business. It’s important to be there for your people because you wouldn’t be there without them.”

At the end of the day, Matt’s goal for Never Ever Boards is to make people feel included. “What we really like to provide as an experience for someone in our store is to meet you at whatever level you’re at and make the process easy, guide you to pick what’s perfect for you and what you absolutely love. It can be a little overwhelming just starting out in these sports, because of how you might not be accepted,” he said. “Your willingness and desire to do it should be enough. It can just take someone a little longer to learn something, or you might not have the right set up. We want to provide what is perfect for you. We’re willing to help out kids, parents, grandparents, so we’re

You can find Never Ever Boards at 8813 E. Oak Island Dr. on Oak Island. Be sure to check out their social media on Facebook and Instagram (@nevereverboards) or their website at www.nevereverboards.

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Southport Sisters Spreading Good Cheer and Positivity STORY BY JEFFREY STITES

isters Barbara Sammons and Francine Menors moved to Southport together in 1995 and set about creating a business that allows them to bring a little joy into others’ lives. They call themselves the “Southport Sisters,’ and they reached out to us during the height of the COVID lockdown with a Southport Strong watercolor greeting card and an encouraging message. It was good timing, and it touched our hearts. We know a good story when we see one, so we spoke to Barbara about the sisters’ work and how they have taken a business that was based on in-person sales and craft events and moved it online.

What sort of art do you do? How would you normally be sharing it this time of year? What are you doing differently now?

be found in several local shops. I recently created an online store to showcase my cards and I also offer contactless delivery in our local area.

I am a watercolor artist and photographer, although I mainly work in watercolors at this time. I paint an original watercolor and then process it as a greeting card. All of the processing and printing work is done by me to ensure quality control. My sister, Francine Menor, is an acrylic artist specializing in hand painted children’s growth charts. We are known as the Southport Sisters. We are vendors at the Southport Summer Market, however, that market has been cancelled for this year. Our other craft shows have also been cancelled for this year, but some are going virtual. Our works can

Just recently I have added a new feature to my Online Store for my Watercolor Greeting Cards. It’s called “CardQuick.” It is my way of giving back to the community. Basically, someone goes to my online store, selects one card, adds a shipping name and address and at checkout they select the CardQuick option. They pay for the card and that is all. When an order is received, they are contacted for their personal message. I hand write the message, address the envelope using their return address information, add a stamp (my cost) and drop

it off at the post office. I send the purchaser a quick snap of how it all looks so they know what is being sent. I think it will be a nice feature for folks who can’t get out to shop or just run out of time.

What lessons have you learned from our current situation that will help you in the future? Just be kind to everyone. Have patience.

How did your life experience up to this point help you with the challenges we are facing? What

would you say to other artists, either advice or questions or both? My parents survived some very hard times and instilled in us the rules of survival ... always be prepared. We live very modest lives and feel we were as prepared as we could be. Painting and photography have been my savior on more than one occasion and it certainly has been these past few months. And learn, learn, learn. There is always something new to learn that will help grow your art. Many artists and photo processing firms are offering free online classes. Take advantage of them.

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CURRENTS Were you already among a community of other artists? If so, how are you helping each other? Stay connected, even if it’s just an email to say “hi” or a call to check in. Share ideas, what works, what doesn’t work.

What has this experience taught you about your community? The role of art within our community? Of the role of art in our lives? My sister and I moved to Southport five years ago because of the arts community. Artists see the same world but their vision of how to interpret what they see is so varied. Sometimes it’s abstract, sometimes it’s realism. An artist creates from the heart. What better gift to give someone.

Have you taken advantage of social media or other technology to help share your work?

My sister and I each have our own websites that I manage, plus we have a combined website for the Southport Sisters. A few weeks ago I created and designed an online store for my watercolor greeting cards. We all are facing an uncertain future. No one can predict where we will be months from now. Until then, stay connected, send a note, write a letter, share a recipe, make a phone call, take a walk. Above all, be kind, be patient and stay well.

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Dressing Up Town Southport Garden Club and Beautification Committee Team Up

hile managing retail has not been easy in the current environment, running a consignment store comes with even more challenges. Amy Atwell, owner of the The Painted Mermaid, spoke with us about overcoming the hurdles while staying focused on the future. STORY AND PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

The Southport Garden Club, in collaboration with the Southport Beautification Committee, has installed a new garden at the Indian Trail Meeting Hall. A handful of people from both organizations worked together to formulate an overall design for the garden. Beautification Committee volunteer Tom Lombardi dug up the bed, laid the patio, and installed the border. Garden Club members Marybeth Hale, Kay Ross, Linda Earnhardt, Lynn Menches, and Shirley Snyder also helped prepare the beds and also planted the garden. Lombardi also installed the Peace Pole, which was creat-

CURRENTS ed by Cookie, an employee with the City of Southport. The bench was provided by Beautification volunteer, Ken Geiman, and the new sign was designed by local artist, Ricky Evans. New plants include Azaleas, Acuba, Big Blue Liriope, Coral Bells, Stokes Aster, Endless Summer Hydrangea and Oak Leaf Hydrangea. Existing Ferns and False Solomon’s Seal from the original bed were also incorporated into the new design. Funds for this project were provided by the City.

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Design Your Own Skateboard Deck STORY BY COURTNEY MILLIRON

ocal board shop Never Ever Boards and art studio Pescado y Amor are collaborating to present a skate deck design competition. Participants pick up skate kits from either location and paint them to submit for judging and prizes. Missy Ronquillo, owner of Pescado y Amor, was excited to team up with Matt Troetti, owner of Never Ever Boards, for this collaboration. “I actually called Matt, because I was doing similar DIY kits and I thought skateboards would be a cool idea. We’ve met before, but this is our first collaboration together,” Missy said.

The collaboration gives both businesses the opportunity to get to know their community better. “We’re going on our eleventh year, so I feel like everybody knows me but maybe they don’t. We usually do art classes. We do all different mediums,” she said. “Matt is really into the community aspect of it all and I agree with him, our community is great. So I think it would be cool to open up future events to more people.” Prizes for the competition are also from other local businesses. “A lot of local businesses have collaborated on this with us, giving gift cards and prizes. This is a hard time for small, local businesses and this a good time for us to work together and help each other and get the word out about each o t h e r, ” said Matt. After sellof their first 20 24 hours, they the contest to Submittals will sionally judged 9th; submisbe narrowed four finalists. missions will be in Pescado from July 11th 25th, when the vote for the

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STORY BY LISA P. STITES PHOTOS BY JEFFEREY STITES Local artisans and produce vendors have found a way to help support the community that supports them through their seasonal open-air market. The BSL Neighbors Market features produce, flowers and plants, homemade lotions and soaps and a variety of products to beautify your life and your home. On a recent market day, one of the organizers, Aleta Brosseau, explained that the $10 vendor fee from each Market goes to support a local nonprofit organization. Brosseau and husband Paul operate Paul’s Hand Turned Creations. Paul turns the wood for their various products, but is quick to praise Aleta’s skill in designing them. Aleta finds local beach glass, and uses it to create unique, colorful handles for ice cream scoops, pens, corkscrews and bottle toppers, letter openers, and more. The Market is in its second year, located on the lawn next to the Office Coffee and Wine Bar on Hwy 87 in Boiling Spring Lakes. Brosseau said she and co-organizer Julia McDowell-Grigg owner of Little Green Scenes, wanted a way to connect local artisans with local customers. “It’s good for people to get out and shop locally rather than just at Walmart,” Brosseau said. The Market started this season with fewer vendors, due to the space needed to allow social distancing, but will likely be back up to the full spread of 20 vendors

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Imagine Your Story Reading Is Its Own Reward, But Brunswick County’s Libraries Are Sweetening The Deal STORY CONTRIBUTED BY BRUNSWICK COUNTY LIBRARIES

runswick County Library System is proud to launch its first virtual Kids Summer Reading Program for area children. The program’s theme—Imagine Your Story—encourages kids to take advantage of the summer season to explore new topics and ideas through reading to stay engaged and learn more about themselves and their interests in the process. “Even though our libraries are still closed to the public due to concerns about COVID-19, we are still available to our residents and are eager to offer this virtual program to our county’s young children and students,” said Nathan Phillips, Leland Library branch manager. “Our team has worked hard to make sure this program is still available this year, and we appreciate everyone’s support of the libraries during this time.” Like the traditional in-person program, kids of all ages are encouraged to read or be read to every day and report their minutes to qualify for prizes like books, craft kits, gift baskets, gift cards and an Amazon Kindle Fire. Parents are invited to register their

children now via the Library’s online registration form or by calling their library branch (see contacts below) to receive information about how to participate. “A team member from your library branch will be in touch with you to answer questions and send you reading logs for your child to track their reading minutes,” Phillips said. “Each library branch has different reading milestones and prizes, so be sure to check with them on their specific program details.” All Brunswick County children can participate regardless of whether they have a library card; however, individuals are encouraged to register for their free library card at any time. Contact your library branch to register for a library card virtually.

The Imagine Your Story Virtual Kids Summer Reading Program is sponsored by State Library of North Carolina and the four Friends of the Library groups in Brunswick County. Library Branch Contact Information •Harper Library, Southport: 910.457.6237 •Barbee Library, Oak Island: 910.278.4283 •Leland Library, Leland: 910.371.9442 •Rourk Library, Shallotte: 910.754.6578 • outhwest Brunswick Library, Carolina Shores: 910-575-0173 Need a book? No problem. Even though the libraries are physically closed to visitors, individuals can still check out books for pick up through curbside delivery. This service is available for all Brunswick County library card holders. The process is simple: Use the Library Sys tem’s online catalog or call your library branch to put books or other items like magazines, movies and music CDs on hold. “Your library branch will call you to coordinate a pick-up time when your items are available and explain the curbside delivery process,” said Heather Donnell,

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Harper Library branch manager. “Within the first two days of offering this service back in mid-May, we had more than a 1,000 people use their library cards to reserve items. We’re definitely excited to see so many people embrace the opportunity to read and use their library.” All books must be returned in the book drops in front of the libraries. All returned books are cleaned and quarantined for 72 hours before becoming eligible for check out again. Additionally, there are several virtual services for eBooks available for library users. See links to these resources on the Library System’s main webpage at https://www.brunswickcountync.gov/library/ For additional questions, contact your library branch Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Editor’s Note: For the past couple of months, we’ve been reading all about the virtual programs the libraries quickly implemented to continue providing a valuable service to our community. We were inspired to update our own card and have been enjoying borrowed eBooks ever since!

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Celebrating Suffrage Southport Looks Back On 100 Years STORY BY JEFFREY STITES PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

his year marks the 100th year since the passage of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution recognizing women’s right to vote on a nationwide level. The Southport Historical Society will be helping celebrate with a video tribute on July 4th at 6 pm. You can catch the video live on the Festival Committee Facebook Live feed or find it afterwards on the Society’s website, https://www.southporthistoricalsociety.org. We spoke to Southport Historical Society Vice President Liz Fuller about Southport at the time of the passage of the 19th Amendment and how local women reacted to its passage.

Can you describe the Southport of 1920 in general? What would people of today recognize? What are the biggest differences? In 1920, Southport was the Brunswick County seat, housing the County Courthouse and the County Jail. With a population of approximately 1,600 people, it was the largest town in the county. Many residents made their living on the water. Today there is a lovely park along the river, but back then it would have been a hard-working waterfront. Menhaden fishing, in particular, was a thriving business. Strong odors from the fish factories would permeate the air when the wind was blowing inland. But the townspeople said they didn’t mind, since “that was just the smell of money.” During the recent world war, Southport had become a military town, supporting the 1,500 troops stationed at nearby Fort Caswell. The Army-Navy club and the Amuzu Theatre were popular places of entertainment. Like the rest of the country, Southport had just endured the worldwide flu pandemic. Unlike many towns in North Carolina, Southport had very few flu-related deaths. The city attributed its good fortune to a quarantine of military personnel, a shutdown of schools and churches, a reduction in business activities, and of course, its famous salubrious breezes. Southport had endured both the war

and the pandemic stone-cold sober. The city had gone dry in 1903, six years before North Carolina and 16 years before the country. Although, that’s not to say that a moonshine still or two couldn’t be found if you ventured to look.

Can you talk about the Southport Civic Club’s founding, early activities and how it changed in the early days of women’s suffrage? The Southport Woman’s Club was originally founded in 1909 as the Southport Civic Club. At the time there was a national Woman’s Club movement throughout the United States. Despite not having the vote, women were joining together to educate themselves and to address issues in their local communities. In Southport, women focused on improving the cleanliness and attractiveness of the city by promoting the use of trash barrels, hand-painting street signs, sewing curtains for the public school, and raising money to purchase the first street light, the first hearse, and the first benches for the Garrison lawn. They established the first library in the county, donating their own books to make up the collection. That library was the forerunner of the Harper library in Southport and the Brunswick County library system. The women held contests that engaged

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COMMUNITY the community in planting gardens, cleaning up the cemetery and raising healthy children. They were very interested in politics, even traveling together by steamship to Wilmington to hear President Taft speak. They met regularly with the Southport Mayor and aldermen to discuss their ideas and concerns. All of that was just in the first ten years of the Club’s existence!

How did Southport compare to other cities in the early 20th century as women’s suffrage was becoming a big issue? The women of Southport didn’t march through the streets demanding the right to vote. However, when a visitor from the National Women’s Party came to the courthouse to speak about the Susan B. Anthony Amendment, it was standing-room-only with men and women in attendance. After the 19th Amendment was ratified, the Civic Club was very active in putting together a series of lectures by the Mayor and other political leaders so that women could Below: Liz Fuller in her 1920s finest

learn about their new civic duty of voting. They also went door to door to encourage women to register to vote.

Do we know who was the first Southport woman to register to vote? Anything about her? How quickly did the women of Southport embrace suffrage? The first woman to register to vote in Southport was also the first woman to register in all of Brunswick County. Her name was Anna Miller Davis. Her family owned and operated the popular Miller Hotel and Café in Southport. Her parents were German immigrants who had settled in Southport. After registering to vote, Anna participated in several educational programs put on for women by the Civic Club to explain their civic duty and to encourage voting. Anna’s descendants still live in Southport. In fact, Anna’s great-great-granddaughter, Evelyn Lee, participated in the Southport Historical Society’s video celebrating the 100th anniversary of women achieving the right to vote.

Can you speak to the experience of African American women in the area as women nationwide won the right to vote? The question of African American women voting was a controversial issue in North Carolina. The rights of African American men to vote in North Carolina had effectively been taken away in 1901 with the introduction of literacy tests and the Grandfather clause. There were those who were against giving women the right to vote because they thought it would also allow African American women to vote. There were also those who were in favor of giving women the right to vote because it would help swell the numbers of white people who could vote and provide a buffer if African Americans were able to vote again. The story of Anna Clemons of Southport illustrates the situation for African Americans in Brunswick County at that time. Anna was a courageous young woman who was very interested in pursuing her right to vote. She was a nurse who had worked with Dr. Dosher. She had also received recognition from the state of North Carolina for her work during the flu pandemic of 1918. She

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Community Festival Memories Looking Back At The Fourth Of July STORY AND PHOTOS BY LISA P STITES

love a parade. I especially love our homegrown, full of fire trucks and pageant queens parades. Add a festival into the mix and the Stites family is all on board. In almost 26 years of living here, I have missed only one parade. In 1999, I decided it was too hot for my pregnant self to sit outside that long and I enjoyed the parade on television, from the comfort of my air conditioning. I have never skipped a festival — the food, music, and vendors just lure me in. This year would have been the first year that Jeffrey could have spent a lot of time with us, enjoying all the festival fun. At his previous job, it was his busiest time of year, and we only got to take him around at night or on weekends. This year, he could legitimately have called going to the festival work, and we would have had a great time. But there’s always next year, right? Since we’re not having the live festival this year, I thought I’d share some of my memories from previous years. I was fortunate enough to work as a reporter at The State Port Pilot, and it was a lot of fun during the festival. Well, maybe not that year there was accordion music wafting up from the stage by the river while I was trying to write. Otherwise, lots of us enjoyed it. We used to take turns “checking on the festival.” It was the biggest story in town, literally happening all around us, so of course we had to go see what was going on. And if checking on things included bringing back a funnel cake for your cubicle mates, that was just an added bonus. A few years, all of us Pilot kid reporters/section editors descended upon the Friends of the Library Book Sale. We went on the first day, which I think was supposed to be for members. I am not sure that any of us were actually members, but no one seemed to mind. We were newspaper people — of course we

wanted to buy books. When our son John was a toddler, Jeff and I were still active in the Jaycees. During the festival, we got to do a variety of Important Festival Duties. Mostly, we were volun-told to help out at the parade and do whatever the Chamber needed us to do, which was fine with us. One year, that meant Audra Rickman and I were stationed at the end of the parade. We were supposed to keep people marching and the floats rolling until they got past the nursing home, so the patients could see them. By the time the parade got to that point, however, it kind of fell apart and no one was listening to us. We ended up recruiting a Southport police officer everyone knew, and then things went much more smoothly. Another year, I was charged with lining up the dignitaries. I helped them attach signs to convertibles and then they wandered off to enjoy the festival before the parade stepped off. I was left to wander among the shade trees and enjoy the spectacle happening in the

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next block. Adrian Iapalucci was supposed to be lining up the Shriners. You know, the guys with all the cute little cars they drive in formation? Adrian had a clipboard and a list, and tried valiantly to sort the Shriners into their appropriate spots. But they were having none of it. Finally, one of the more experienced Shriners told an exasperated Adrian that they had been lining up for that parade since before he was born and that they knew where and when to go. And they did. Left to their own devices, they fell in just when they were supposed to. We also had

a hot dog stand for the Jaycees a couple of years, I think. One year, we borrowed a dunking tank. The booth was very popular and it was a great fundraising year. For some reason, our spot was right in front of the jewelry store on the corner of Howe and Moore Streets. Whenever a ball went wide of the target and hit the store’s brick facade, it set the alarm off. After he had to reset the alarm several times, the store owner finally turned the alarm off, at least while we were there. He

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son. Her Dad, Jonathan Richmond, was in the men’s club, and they sold hot dogs. We put our chairs under the shade of one of those huge oaks, no longer needing to sit right up front and wave to our children. We were next to the coolers the men stored soft drinks in. They changed out who was working where as volunteers came and went, but I kept my spot. Before too long, I learned which cooler had the colas and which had waters, etc., and I helped out by directing the newbies to the right cooler. It was just the most relaxing time. It was a bit like being on a movie set — all the right colors and sounds, all the people in the parade or watching it — it’s no wonder Southport’s picturesque downtown has served as the backdrop for movie parades more than once. Last year, I wasn’t sure I wanted to go to the parade, or even

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the festival. I wasn’t sure I wanted to fight the heat or the crowds. John talked me into it, and I am so glad he did. He even played the guilt card, saying it was the last time he knew for sure that he would be home for the 4th. How could I refuse? We had a great time. That young man of ours — he has a good heart. And he has had to put up with a lot over the years. I’ve been writing about that kid and sharing stories about him since he was a 4-year-old about to start Kindergarten, and he’ll be 21 this year. I know he’s disappointed that we won’t get to shop in the park (well, maybe he won’t miss that so much), eat festival food and cheer on the marching band. But this mama is glad he’s coming home anyway. My festival experience has changed over the years, and that’s okay. That’s what life is, a series of transitions. I know we’ll still enjoy our time together around the 4th this year, talking and laughing about the fun we’ve had in years past, and making new memories we’ll cherish in the years to come

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rt should connect people for generations. You may not like what it says, and it may change your point of view. Or it may instantly make you feel at home, bringing back a comforting memory. Being able to interpret an ordinary subject and present it artistically is a true gift. The watercolor artistry of Native North Carolinian Johnny Robertson does just that. His work instantly draws me in, and I feel peace and connection. His use of color and perspective mesmerizes me and makes me feel like I want to be a part of the scene. “What we need to do as artists is to show the world what they’re not seeing in life, to bring out an element that’s not readily noticeable or resilient,” said Robertson. “Sometimes I’ll see a photo that inspires me. A place, a time that’s being lost in history. I will take many photos of that area, edit them and work from the photo. I try to bring out the element in those photos that many people do not see,” he said. “Just painting a photo is not good enough and it’s not being very

artistic,” said Robertson. “I think the job of an artist is to interpret the photo in a way to display to the audience what they’re not seeing.” When Robertson started painting almost twenty years ago, he used acrylics, oils, and then pen and ink before he settled on watercolors. “I think I finally landed in watercolor because I love the translucency, transparency, and the beauty that it creates,” said Robertson. “After attending Serendipity Art School where I studied sketching, drawing, oil and acrylics, my instructor and dear good friend Jane Averell recommended watercolor. I never really appreciated the medium that much until I discovered some fantastic artists and learned what they were doing with this medium,” he said. “Watercolor is probably one of the more difficult mediums to work with, but once it’s mastered, it really has a mind of its own. It’s quite beautiful the way it blends and plays off the light and works so well with its neighbor. Watercolor is very environmentally friendly, and clean-up is easy. And the results are phenomenal.” Watercolor offers a wide variety of techniques, and Robertson has found his forte in pouring and negative painting. “It gives the smoothest consistent look abroad the entire spectrum,” he said. “In pouring, basically what you do is you study values of the color determining from light to dark using masking fluid to cover the lightest section. Continue to pour, then place more masking fluid over the area that you paint up to 12 - 16

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What is your background? I have a Masters in Legislative Affairs from The George Washington University and worked nine years as a research assistant on the U. S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations while finishing undergraduate and graduate studies. As mentioned, I have also taught high school and college and have done a great deal of one-on-one tutoring in the past. Most recently in the Leland area, I put together a trip in 2018 to take 45 veterans and family members to Washington to visit the White House, Capitol Hill, and the monuments. In 2019, I founded, and am now the Commander of, the new VFW Post 12196 in Leland. I am also the President elect of the North Brunswick Kiwanis Club for 20202021. Two months ago, Eric and I also published a small book about Alex Moskowitz of Supply, NC. Alex is a 97-year-old WWII veteran who was one of the veterans who went on the DC trip with us.

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hen Joe Doppes purchased Bob’s Dogs on Oak Island last year, he decided to leave the name as is, wanting to reassure regular customers that things would remain pretty much the same. “You don’t want people to think you’re going to change everything,” he explains. “The only downside is people are asking where is Bob or if I am Bob. I’m not.” The restaurant was established by Bob Kiser back in 2010. Doppes has reduced the menu just a bit to focus on the best sellers and still enable people to get in and out quickly. Having moved to Oak Island from Chicago two years ago, the new owner brings a wealth of experience in the food industry. “I’ve been in the restaurant business for over 40 years, for the most part in fine dining,” he says. “I owned several restaurants in the Chicago area

-Italian, French and others. I’m a chef by trade. I graduated from the Culinary Institute in 1983. I eventually got to the point where I decided to sell the business and move down here. I didn’t want to stay in fine dining, though. I’d always said that if I retired I’d do a hot dog place and that’s where I am. People love hot dogs!” But they’re not just your average dog. Doppes’ motto - “if it ain’t broke don’t

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ian hoagie with provolone cheese and spinach.” Bob’s also has some wonderful cookies and floats. The Macadamia Key Lime cookie sandwich has a housebaked macadamia nut and white cookies chocolate filled with key lime icing. The Chocolate Chip is house-baked with chocolate icing. You can also relive your youngster days with a soda and vanilla ice cream float. And Bob’s customers rave about the fresh-squeezed lemonade and orangeade. When we talked with Doppes, our community was in the midst of the COVID-19 shutdown, and he was only able to offer takeout. With the app “Toast,” he was able to make the ordering and payment process easy for his customers. “A lot of our younger customers really like using it,” he explains. “It’s user friendly; you can order and pay, then all you have to do is come

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SAVOR and pick it up. Makes it more efficient for us too.” Now Bob’s is able to offer both indoor and outside seating at 1/2 capacity, but the Toast app is still available for your to-go orders. Despite the uncertainty around the shutdown, Doppes is hopeful about the future. “The takeout saved us,” he

says. Doppes says he was concerned about business when people were not able to go out on the beach, as that’s when he gets the most customers. But he says even then, he was hopeful for the future. “I’m hopeful. Being a business owner, you always have to be looking forward.

I think after all this, people will be ready to get out and do things that they haven’t been able to do for awhile. That’s what we’re looking for soon.” I think we would all agree with that. Visit Bob’s Dogs soon and get your awesome dog, island style or however you like it best.

BOB’S DOGS 8903 E. OAK ISLAND DRIVE OAK ISLAND 910-278-3456 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11 AM - 4:30 PM

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OAK ISLAND BEACHES 210 Country Club Drive 910-278-5213

OAK ISLAND

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4 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths $594,000

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3 bedrooms, 2 baths $435,000

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3 bedrooms, 3 baths $459,900

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4 bedrooms, 3 baths $287,500

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3 BR, 3 full & 2 half baths $1,150,000

3 bedrooms, 4 ½ baths $1,100,000

5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths $849,900

5 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths $1,199,000

4 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths $599,000

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FITNESS

Save Your Back, Build Your Core These Exercises Have Your Back!

STORY BY BRIAN TULLY, MS

n the short term, you may be aiming for lower body fat or better strength, but over the course of the rest of your life, you ultimately want to just keep moving and doing the things that you love. And when it comes to active longevity, a resilient core is imperative. Building your core will allow you to improve any and all life activities. When it comes to research on the core and lower-back rehabilitation protocols, Stuart McGill, Ph.D., has spent the past 30-plus years at the University of Waterloo studying spinal biomechanics. McGill has said that having a stable spine with core stiffness and muscle endurance

helps protect against low-back pain and enhance performance. After hundreds of clinical studies, the endless list of core exercises was narrowed down into the three that consistently proved superior for developing core stiffness and endurance: the curl-up, the side

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bridge and the bird dog. These three exercises demonstrated the ability to spare the spine from damaging forces while also building muscular stability and control, as well as long-term back health. The core’s primary function is not as a flexor (think crunches) but rather as a stabilizer, allowing you to resist unwanted movement in order to protect your spine. For example, a stable core helps you regain balance if you trip and enables you to stay upright and straight when carrying a load on one side. Core stability is also important when lifting moderate to heavy weighted items and improves your ability to change directions quickly, as well as to accelerate and decelerate. Bracing the Core Learning how to brace your core takes practice. It requires all the muscles that support your trunk to engage in order to stabilize your spine, and instead of drawing things in, you’re somewhat pushing things out: Imagine you were getting ready Houdini-like to take a punch to the gut. You would contract all the muscles around your torso — even your pelvic floor — to “stiffen up.” In this position, you should feel very strong and stable — able to resist a strong gust of wind or a shove from any direction — but you should still be able to breathe comfortably.

Exercise Curl-Up

Side Bridges Bird Dog

You can practice leveling up your brace like a dimmer switch, starting with a mild, then a medium and then a hard brace. This also goes for practicing the McGill Big 3, each of which should begin with a proper brace. General Guidelines for Implementing the Big 3 •Perform this routine as a stand-alone core building session or as a pre-workout warm-up. •Begin with the Level 1 version of each exercise and perform 3 sets of each exercise with a descending rep format of 6/4/2 with each progressive round. See chart below of beginning rep and set scheme layout. •As you get stronger, gradually add reps to your sets until you can do 12/10/8 reps for the respective 3 rounds with good form and control. Then move up to the next Level of the exercise and start over with the 6/4/2 rep sequence. •Perform each exercise slowly, with control and proper bracing. Hold each rep for 8-10 seconds. •When performing the side bridge and bird dog, complete all reps on one side before switching to the other side. •Rest 20 seconds between each set.

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Doing the Big 3

NOTE: if you currently have a back injury, or you have any physical restrictions that could be made worse by physical activity, please consult your doctor first.

1. Curl-Up

Level 1: Lie faceup with one knee bent, foot flat on the floor, and the other leg extended straight. Place both hands underneath your lower back, then brace your abs and lift your head and shoulders 1 to 2 inches off the ground. This is a very small motion, flexing from the thoracic spine (upper back) just enough to engage your rectus abdominis. Hold 8 to 10 seconds, then return to the start. Switch legs halfway through the set. TIP: To help maintain a neutral spine and protect your back, use your hands underneath as sensors: If your back is flattening out, you’re lifting too high. Reposition yourself and make the movement smaller.

2. Side Bridge

Level 1: Lie on your side with your elbow underneath your shoulder, your knees bent 90 degrees and stacked, and your hips sitting slightly behind you. Place your free hand on your hip, brace your core, and use your glutes to extend your hips and press them forward — not upward. Your body should naturally come into a straight position from your shoulder to your knee. Hold for 8 to 10 seconds, then hinge at your hips to lower to the floor, touch down lightly and repeat.

Level 1: Begin on all fours with your hands directly underneath your shoulders and your knees directly underneath your hips. Brace your core and then make a fist with your right hand, retract your shoulder blade and slowly extend your right arm and left leg away from each other until they are parallel with the floor. Flex your foot and press your heel rearward to engage your glutes and hold for 8 to 10 seconds. Return to the start without touching down — “sweeping the floor” — and go right into the next rep. Do all the reps on one side and then switch.

Notice the description of each exercise begins with words “Level 1.” These are the starting point. You should slowly work through mastering these exercises and increasing the reps following the guidelines. Once you are able to perform 3 rounds, as prescribed, at a rep count of 12/10/8, then you are ready to move to Level 2…and then ultimately Level 3. If you believe you have mastered Level 1 of the Big 3 and you are ready to try the next level, email me at Brian@BetterTogetherFitness.com and I will send the details for Level 2. If you have any questions or other thoughts to share, I would love to hear from you! Even though we are all separated right now, we are still Better Together. Brian@BetterTogetherFitness.com BetterTogetherFitness.com

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Fourth of July EVENTS T H U R S D A Y , J U L Y 2 - S A T U R D A Y, J U L Y 4 Thursday, July 2

FLAG RAISING • 6 a.m.

FLAGS FLYING HIGH

Ceremony with singing of the National Anthem

Southport Fire Department Will post colors through Saturday

FLAG FOLDING TUTORIAL • 8 a.m. Boy Scout Troop #258 will show us how it’s done

HAPPY 4th • 8 a.m. A message from Festival Co-Chairs, Randy Jones and Trisha Howarth

COMMUNITY PLEDGE

PATRIOTISM ON DISPLAY • 10 a.m.

11:00 a.m. - Bells Ring 11:03 a.m. - Recite the Pledge of Allegiance from your porch 11:05 a.m. - Sirens and Horns

See Southport stores and homes all dressed up in their stars and stripes

SPECIAL READING • 12 p.m.

Friday, July 3

CITY OF SOUTHPORT MESSAGE * 2 p.m.

SUFFRAGE FACEBOOK CHALLENGE Don’t forget! Celebrate 100 years of Woman’s right to vote by changing your Facebook Profile photo to a yellow flower today

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE • 10 a.m. Join Judge Jason Disbrow on Facebook live to see if you can answer naturalization questions and to recite the oath of citizenship

BECOMING AN AMERICAN • 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Hear the stories of some of Southport’s naturalized citizens

A Patriotic reading of the Declaration of Independence

Hear from Mayor Hatem and the Southport Alderman

PARADES OF THE PAST • 4 p.m. Photos of past parades and stories. NC 4th of July Festival and Southport Historical Society

CELEBRATE 100 YEARS OF WOMEN’S RIGHT TO VOTE The Southport Historical Society presents a video tribute to the 19th Amendment

FIREWORKS OF THE PAST • 8 p.m. Listen to stories from locals as they reminisce on the past f ireworks displays - including the year they went “BOOM!”

Saturday, July 4th FLAGS FLYING HIGH

Southport Fire Department and the Southport Lions Club post colors

FIREWORKS DISPLAY - 9 p.m. Join the FB Watch Party

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CALENDAR July

JULY 10

Concert in the Park — Oak Island

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES/ OUTDOOR SPACES THAT HAVE OPENED We’ve included events here that are still listed as scheduled, but please remember that all events, dates and times are subject to change.

The concert series was delayed a bit this summer, but opens with a bang with Chairman of the Board. Enjoy beach music at the Town’s amphitheater (fields at SE 46th and Dolphin Dr.)— bring chairs and blankets. Masks are encouraged, as well as social distancing and not gathering in large groups. The concert is 6:30-8:30 pm Concerts are scheduled every Friday through August, and finish for the season on Sept 3.

JULY 25

JULY 1

Beach Day — Oak Island

Fireworks at Oak Island The Town celebrates its birthday (21 this year) with a fireworks display from the Oak Island Pier. The Town strongly encourages everyone to practice social distancing and to be patient in traffic after the display. Remember — fireworks are in the air and can be seen from all along the beachfront.

The Town ha moved its annual Beach Day to the 25th, and will have a modified list of activities. Check www.oakislandnc.com or the Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department on Facebook for specific details. Oak Island Farmers Market, Mondays through the season

Please do your part and help reduce the spread of COVID19. If we all work together, maybe next month’s calendar will be much bigger!!!!

Mondays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Middleton Park fields, SE 46th and Dolphin. Shop for produce, baked goods, jellies and jams, honey, spices, kettle corn and more right across the street from the ocean. Free parking in the cabana parking lots. BSL Neighbors Market

FACE MASK REQUIRED We are happy you are here!

Shop for locally-grown and made items at this monthly neighborhood market, held next to The Office Coffee and Wine Bar, 3280 George II Highway in Boiling Spring Lakes. The Market dates for July are the 11th and 18th, 9 am to 2 pm. Social distancing measures will be in place. Check BSL Neighbors Market on Facebook. Riverwalk Farmers Market Riverwalk Park, 580 River Road, Belville 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. Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site 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

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of the most beautiful riverfront property in the County. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Brunswick Wellness Coalition Health Hacks is the 2nd Monday at 6 pm (July 13 is Chair Yoga) and Virtual Walk with a Doc features Healthy Hydration for the July 11 session; 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. NC Maritime Museums - Southport Check out these online programs while the Museum is still closed: Live Learning on Facebook on Tuesdays at 5 pm; Story time with Captain Meanie on YouTube on Wednesdays at 3 pm; Trivia Thursdays at 10 am on Facebook; Craft time on Facebook with Captain Meanie at 11 am on Fridays; and Sunday stretch at 11 am on Instagram. Barbee and Harper Libraries (Oak Island and Southport) 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. Find Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island for details on upcoming Imagine Your Story projects for children. Line Dancing — Spring Lake Park Boiling Spring Lakes

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CALENDAR Get some exercise and have some fun outdoors with the Boiling Spring Lakes Parks and Recreation Department. Line dancing on Tuesdays, 6 pm — limited to the first 25 people. Check https://www.cityofbsl.org/Default.aspx?pageid=209 for a schedule of fitness and yoga classes, kayak trips and disc golf.

WINE, BEER AND COFFEE DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

305 N. Howe St., Southport

Open for businesses, selling bottles and cans. Limited seating inside, and hoping to re-start live music outside - call 910-214-6200 for more information and check Facebook for music schedule.

SOUTHPORT TAP AND CELLAR 827 N. Howe Street

Enjoy craft beers brought in from across the State. Offering online ordering and curbside delivery. Check Facebook for food truck schedules,

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specials, and info for virtual tastings via Facebook live. Live music to begin in August.

Brunswick County’s first and only winery and original Craft Beer Bar. Now selling draft beer again. Check Facebook for specials and hours.

THE LAZY TURTLE OCEANFRONT GRILLE

THE WINE RACK

601 Ocean Drive

602 N. Howe Street

THE OFFICE COFFEE AND WINE BAR

Shop inside, call 910-454-0633 or shop online at www.uncorkedbythesea.com. Or, sit in the courtyard and enjoy a glass or two.

3280 George II Highway (NC 87), Boiling Spring Lakes Sit a spell with friends and enjoy a fancy coffee drink, good food, a plain cup of joe or a glass of wine, and grab a bottle for later.

GRAPE & ALE

8521 E. Oak Island Drive

Stocked with your old favorites and new wines to try. Check www. thegrapeandale.com or find them on Facebook for daily and weekly specials.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT —

SILVER COAST WINERY TASTING

Check the Pub’s Facebook page for specials, 1513 N. Howe, Unit 10, Southport. 150 Yacht Basin, Southport

The patio is open with limited seating, Wednesday-Saturday, noon to 5 pm (as of press time, end of June check Facebook for updated hours).

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

THE PUB OF SOUTHPORT

AMERICAN FISH CO

102 W. Brown St., Southport.

Limited seating and hours, bit a new menu to welcome you back. Check Facebook for specials.

Now 20% off all cabinets and special countertop pricing until 3/31/20

welcome everyone back once they can re-open.

105 N. Howe Street

FISHY FISHY CAFÉ

106 Yacht Basin, Southport

Specials and the live music schedule shared on Facebook when available.

TIKI TAVERN

104 E. 8th Street, Southport

SUNDOGZ SPORTS BAR AND TAVERN

8620 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island Check Facebook for specials and food truck appearances.

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TAKE-OUT GUIDE

WE OFFER THIS TAKE-OUT GUIDE AS A HELP TO OUR HUNGRY READERS LOOKING FOR A BREAK FROM COOKING THEMSELVES AND AS A HELP TO OUR RESTAURANT COMMUNITY FACING THE CHALLENGE OF REMAINING VIABLE IN THE FACE OF SOCIAL DISTANCING RESTRICTIONS. THE INFORMATION WAS AS TIMELY AND ACCURATE AS WE COULD MAKE IT AT PRESS TIME, BUT AS THIS SITUATION IS CHANGING DAILY, DETAILS MAY CHANGE DURING THE MONTH. WE URGE EVERYONE TO TRY THEIR BEST TO HELP EACH OTHER AND BE PATIENT AND KIND, AND HAVE COURAGE CLEM’S SEAFOOD

BAR-B-QUE HOUSE

DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

5002 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-201-1001 www.bestbbqonthebeach.com Take-out available

BEANA’S KITCHEN

106 SE 58th St., Oak Island 910-278-7209 Text BEANNAS to 33733 to order online via the Chow Now app

BELLA CUCINA

5177 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 910-454-4540 Call or visit website to place to-go orders

BLUE COW GRILLE

108 Moore Street, Southport 910-363-4402 Call to order take-out and to find out about daily specials

BOB’S DOGS

4351 Long Beach Rd, Southport 457-6958 Take-out available

305 N. Howe St., Southport 208-520-2490 Take-out by appointment only. Text 910-2146200 or email docmeridiansouthport@gmail. com

DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA

101 E. Brown St., Southport 457-5994 www.drystreetpubandpizza.com Call to order take-out and to hear about great specials!

D’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

2831 Midway Rd Ste 106 (910) 253-8151 Call ahead and pick up or have it brought to your car. Delivery available in Bolivia, Southport, St. James, Oak Island with $20 minimum order, credit card only

DUFFER’S PUB & GRILLE AT OAK ISLAND GOLF COURSE

8903 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-3456 • www.bobsdogsoki.com Call or download the Toast Take Out App to order

928 Caswell Beach Rd. Caswell Beach 278-9299 Take-out available. Delivery by golf cart to area around golf course from 5-7 pm

BURNEY’S BAKERY

ERIC’S GRILLE

808 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4222 Take-out available

CAFE KOA

302 N Howe St, Southport, 910-363-4206 Take-out available

CASTUCCI’S AN ITALIAN JOINT 4332 Long Beach Rd, Southport 910-477-6755 Call for Take-out orders

CHASER’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL 8520 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-1500 Call for Take-out

1671 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-9024 Take-out available

FAMOUS SUBS AND PIZZA

1541 N. Howe St., Southport • 457-5143 Call ahead for take-out

FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT

5710 57th Place W., Oak Island 910-278-6012 • www.bwpresort.com Call ahead for Take-out

FISHY FISHY CAFE

106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-457-1881 www.fishyfishycafe.com Take-out avialble, boat pick up, too!

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8521 E. Oak Island Dr. Oak Island, 910-933-4384 Take-out wine, crowlers and growlers

HAAG & SONS

7901 E. Oak Island Dr. 278-1234 Call take-pout order in ahead if possible

HIPPIE CHICK GRANOLA CO.

BAMBINI’S PIZZERIA

1513 N Howe St, Southport 477-9352 Call ahead for delivery and take-out

GRAPE AND ALE

6402 E. Oak Island Dr. 250-1165 Call or online ordering for take-out or delivery to Southport/Oak Island area

MOORE STREET MARKET

130 E. Moore St., Southport, 910-3634203 Order online at moorestreetmarket.net for take-out. Lunch delivery from 11 am-3 pm in a limited area

MOORE STREET OYSTER BAR 110 E. Moore Street, Southport (910) 363-5115 Call for take-out and delivery

MR. P’S BISTRO

ISLAND JO COFFEE ‘N CAFE

309 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0801 www.mrpsbistro.com Ordering begins at 3 pm for pick-up beginning at 5 pm

JOE LOVES LOBSTER ROLLS

NANCY JO’S HOMEMADE BAKERY

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OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB

7916 E. Oak Island Drive (910) 250-1677 Take-out available

3148 George II Hwy, BSL 845-3355 Take-out and delivery available

6404 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-5231 Take-out and delivery (with $25 minimum order) available

JUMPIN’ JAVA OAK ISLAND

4022 Old Bridge Rd., Southport • 363-4841 Call ahead for take-out

KAI JOE’S

4722 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island Phone: (910) 622-1509 Call to place a take-out order. Menu at www. kaijoestacos.com

KOKO CABANA

705 Ocean Drive, Oak Island (910) 933-6222 Take out and delivery to the beach surrounding the Oak Island pier

KOPP’S KWIK STOP II

3196 George II Hwy., Southport, 910-845-7700 Takeout available

LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL

601 Ocean Drive, Oak Island, 910-278-7725 Take out and delivery within five miles

LITTLE BIT’S GRILL

5902 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 910-278-6430 Take-out available

MARKETPLACE ON HOWE 310 N. Howe St. 910-538-9089 Take-out seafood and produce

8600 e. Oak Island Dr., Apt #4 910-477-2174 Take-out and delivery. Call for daily specials. 5422 E. Oak Island Dr., 910-278-4005 Take-out available

OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT

6302 E. Oak Island Dr. , 910-201-9925 Call ahead for take-out

OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS

5705 E. Oak Island Dr. 910-278-9040 www.okisubshop.com Call, order online, or download the app by searching Oak Island Sub Shop in the app store for take-out

PELICAN SEAFOOD

6235 Oak Island Dr., 910-933-4615 Take home some fresh seafood!

PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH 4320 East Beach Drive • 250-1190 www.pepperonigrillnc.com Take-out and delivery. Call or order online

THE PEPPERONI GRILL

3156 George II Hwy, Boiling Spring Lakes 845-5151 • www.pepperonigrillnc.com Call or order online for take-out and delivery

THE PIRATES DECK

5827 E. Oak Island Dr, Oak Island 910-933-4615 Take-out and elivery to Oak Island

PIZZA SHACK

6212 E. Oak Island Dr., • 278-6781 Call for take-out and delivery

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PORTS OF CALL

SWAIN SEAFOOD SHACK

116 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-4544 www.portsofcallbistro.com Call for take-out, full menu and special family-style dinners available

8004 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-933-4103 www.shaggerjacksoki.com Call for take-out orders. Picnic tables placed 6’ apart available outside

8317 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, Phone: (910) 448-5056 Take-out and delvery to Oak Island and Long Beach Rd.

POTTERS SEAFOOD

SOUTHPORT CHEESE SHOP

THAI PEPPERS

94 Yacht Basin St., 457-0101 Pick up a variety of fresh seafood

RUSSELL’S PLACE

5700 E. Oak Island Drive 910-278-3070 Take-out available

SOUTHPORT SIAM

RUSTY HOOKS DOCKSIDE GRILL

4907 Fish Factory Rd Southport, (910) 477-6616 www.rustyhooksdockside.com Call or order online for take-out, curb and dock pick-up and delivery in a limited area

SAN FELIPE

417 N. Howe St., 910-477-6387 www.southportcheeseshop.com Call ahead with credit card or exact change curbside

1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 1, Southport & 4961 Long Beach Rd. SE 910-454-0950 Take-out available

1131 Atlantic Ave, Southport 910-363-5063 Take-out available

SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE 1102 N. Howe St., Southport 910-363-5035 Take-out available

SOUTHPORT TAP AND CELLAR

827 N. Howe St., 910-477-6419 Call ahead for curbside pick-up. Beer delivery to Southport, Oak Island and BSL

STAARR CAKES BAKERY SHAGGER JACKS

200 Country Club Dr., Suite E, Oak Island 512-8881 www.staarrcakes.com Take-out available

115 E. Moore St., Southport 457-0095 • www.thaipeppersnc.us Take-out available

THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR 3280 George II HWY (BSL) Southport NC 910-351-8093 www.theofficecoffeeandwinebar.com Take-out available

THE SAUCY SOUTHERNER

501 N Howe Street, Southport (910) 477-6065 Call ahead for take-out

TRANQUIL HARBOR

5908 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island Call (910) 250-1294 Take-out and delivery to Oak Island and St. James

www.trollystophotdogs.com Take-out and delivery within 5 miles

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ 1671 N. Howe St. #1A, Southport 910-363-4908 www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com Call for take-out and delivery

TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING

6220 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-4944 Take-out and delivery on Oak Island

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

602 N. Howe St. Southport, 910-454-0633 Call or email ptwuncorked@gmail.com for take-out or delviery to Southport and St. James. Must be over 21.

THE WINE RACK

102 W. Brown St. Southport, 910-457-5147 Take-out and delivery

TROLLY STOP

111 S. Howe St., Southport 910-457-7017

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DINING GUIDE

Now that we can go out to eat again... Check out the Dining Guide and what delicious food the local area has to offer! MODERN AMERICAN THE LIVE OAK ON HOWE

614 N. Howe St. Southport, 910-620-4541 Full Service Catering and Event Venue. Pairing with The Confectionary for off-site and onsite specials occasions. They will work with you to tailor make your event, one to remember. Whether it is at your house or ours..

OLIVER’S ON THE CAPE FEAR

101 West Bay Street, Southport 910-477-9299 oliversonthecapefear.com Fine dining on the Cape Fear—where exquisite southern cuisine meets the salubrious dishes. We also offer great burgers, steaks, and other southern favorites.

M MR. P’S BISTRO

Fried Green Tomato BLT at the Saucy Southerner

SEAFOOD SPECIALTY FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT

5710 57th Place W., Oak Island 910-278-6012 • www.bwpresort.com Offering items such as award-winning chowder and signature crab dip.

M FISHY FISHY CAFE

106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-457-1881 www.fishyfishycafe.com A sophisticated take on the dockside seafood café, Fishy Fishy serves up plates like Buffalo shrimp, Cajun grouper bites, and Bacon Wrapped Shrimp.

M FRYING PAN

MOORE STREET OYSTER BAR

110 E. Moore Street, Southport (910) 363-5115 Moore Street Oyster Bar is an oyster pub rooted in the traditions of coastal Southern cooking, epitomized by the seaside town of Southport.

M PROVISION COMPANY 130 Yacht

Basin Dr., Southport 910-457-0654 CLOSED FOR SEASON www.provisioncompany.com Offering a la carte seafood sandwiches, conch fritters, steamed shrimp and more.

RUSTY HOOKS DOCKSIDE GRILL

1407 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island 910-278-7770 www.islandwayres.com Offering fine steaks, from filet mignon to flat iron, and fresh seafood, from lobster to crab cakes, with attentive service.

4907 Fish Factory Rd Southport, (910) 477-6616 www.rustyhooksdockside.com Fun dining featuring fresh local seafood and generational recipes, guaranteed to leave a lasting smile on your face. Come join our small piece of paradise along the coast of Carolina; our team looks forward to greeting you. We welcome boaters to pull up to our docks or contact the Marina Dockmaster on Channel 16, and all others to come down Fish Factory Road and join us for a relaxing meal with a gorgeous view!

JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE

SWAIN SEAFOOD SHACK

319 West Bay St., Southport 910-363-4382 - CLOSED FOR SEASON Featuring homemade sweet potato biscuits and fried seafood, as well as other delicacies such as pan seared grouper.

M ISLAND WAY RESTAURANT

6404 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-5231 Family owned since 1964; offering seafood fried, broiled or grilled, plus charbroiled steaks.

5119 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, Phone: (910) 448-5056 Good food for good people. Locally caught seafood, homemade soups and salad bar.

MOJO’S ON THE HARBOR

THE PIRATES DECK

16 Marina Way, Bald Head Island 910-457-7217 www.mojoontheharbor.com Featuring Southern classics :fried pickles, shellfish steam pots to global dishes like Italian meat antipasto and Mediterraneans shrimp and grits.

5827 E. Oak Island Dr, Oak Island 910-933-4615 A great local hangout . Everything from Nachos to burgers, to seafood to steaks. Great Bar.

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309 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0801 www.mrpsbistro.com Fine low-country cuisine, from crab-stuffed fish du jour to crab cakes and prime rib.

SHAGGER JACKS

8004 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-933-4103 www.shaggerjacksoki.com With over 50 beer selections, Shagger Jacks offers an assortment of dishes from steamers to ribs and sweet curry chicken to tacos.

SWAIN’S CUT ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE

8317 E. Oak Island Dr, (910) 933-6300 From the owner’s of Swain Seafood Shack comes Swain’s Cut Italian Steakhouse, serving fresh local proteins like beef, pork, chicken, and seafood

TRANQUIL HARBOR

5908 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island Call (910) 250-12944 Casual family restaurant with a variety of dishes, seafood and daily specials.

TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING

6220 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-4944 Casual dining in a tropical setting, with Caribbean inspired seafood as well as steaks, chicken, pork and salads.

WINE & BEER DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

305 N. Howe St., Southport 208-520-2490 Doc Meridian is a local wine shop and winery located in Southport, NC launching in the fall of 2017. We will be serving and selling great wine in NC.

GRAPE AND ALE

8521 E. Oak Island Dr. Oak Island, 910-933-4384 Quaint and eclectic store offering a large selection of wines, beers, and spirits. Perfect for either relaxation or for on the go! Tastings on Fridays 5-8pm,

SILVER COAST WINERY

105 S. Howe St. Southport, 910-777-5151 Brunswick County’s first and only winery and original Craft Beer Bar. Craft Beer and Wine tastings all day, every day! Check out our Facebook page for updated events, specialty beer tastings, and live music.

THE WINE RACK

102 W. Brown St. Southport, 910-457-5147 Offering a selection of wine, cigars, coffees, and accessories, this quaint shop is perfect for a night out. Great service and over 600 wines to choose from.

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

602 N. Howe St. Southport, 910-454-0633 Offers a wide variety of fine wines and craft beers. Enjoy a pleasant evening sipping wine and admiring local art. Thursday wine tastings support local charities 5-7pm.

CAFES, DELIS & GRILLS BEANA’S KITCHEN

106 SE 58th St., Oak Island 910-278-7209 Open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Beana’s serves breakfast and lunch.

BLUE COW GRILLE

108 Moore Street, Southport 910-363-4402 Serving specialty Burgers,.sanwiches and seafood. Lunch and Dinner

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DINING GUIDE BOB’S DOGS

MIDWAY GRILLE

8903 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-3456 • www.bobsdogsoki.com With custom hot dogs featuring an array of ingredients to homestyle sandwiches like chicken salad and burgers.

2827 Midway Rd SE Suite 100, (910) 253-0777 Serving “classic American food that Rocks!” for lunch and dinner. Sandwiches and entrees available

CHASER’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL

130 E. Moore St., Southport, 910-363-4203 Open for breakfast and lunch, specializing in organic and fairtrade coffee as well as gourmet sandwiches crafted with Boar’s Head deli meats.

8520 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-1500 Enjoy BBQ sandwiches, wings, fish ‘n’ chips and more at this sports grill.

ERIC’S GRILLE

1671 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-9024 Offers old fashioned, hand patted hamburgers, plus bbq, hot dogs, chili cheese fries and breakfast sandwiches and platters.

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

4655 Southport-Supply Rd SE,, Southport 910-269-7008 Handmade burgers using 100% ground chuck, plus freshly cut French fries.

JERSEY MIKES

5130 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 910-477-6261 Subs and sandwiches, fresh salads.

CAFE KOA

302 N Howe St, Southport, 910-363-4206 Gourmet Sandwich Shop & Market With Yummy Goods & Gifts! Soups, Salads & Sandwiches Served Daily!

KOKO CABANA

705 Ocean Drive, Oak Island (910) 933-6222 Open Wed - Sun. Burgers, Seafood, Steaks, Sandwiches, Salads

KOPP’S KWIK STOP II

3196 George II Hwy., Southport, 910-845-7700 Kopp’s grill serves up a full breakfast (available for school kids before class starts, too), plus homemade lunches throughout the day.

LITTLE BIT’S GRILL

5902 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 910-278-6430 A classic burger joint, onion rings and other sides. Breakfast is served, pancakes and bacon.

LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL

601 Ocean Drive, Oak Island, 910-278-7725 Oceanfront dining and entertainment that is easy on the wallet and hard to forget. Tiki bar, arcade with two pool tables and plenty of seating to host your work, friend or family fun!

LOCAL’S FAMILY DINER

832 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0444 www.localsfamilydiner.com With a warm and friendly atmosphere, Local’s Family Diner serves breakfast all day long and a seafood and entrée menu for lunch and dinner.

M LOCO JO’S

602 N. Howe St., Suite E, 910-457-9009 A burger joint with fish sandwiches, pulled pork and shrimp wraps. Offers select Vietnamese dishes, too, with over 60 beer selections.

M MOORE STREET MARKET

OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB

5422 E. Oak Island Dr., 910-278-4005 Offering hamburgers, sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, seafood and daily drink specials.

OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT

6302 E. Oak Island Dr. , 910-201-9925 Here, flounder is prepared the old f fashioned way. Enjoy breakfast, too.

OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS

5705 E. Oak Island Dr. 910-278-9040 From BLT’s with avocado to Cajun and Reuben sandwiches, & other quality sandwiches.

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

8039 River Rd. SE, Southport 910-454-4004 Shrimp in every style, plus sandwiches; try entrées such as scampi and filet mignon.

THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR

3280 George II HWY (BSL) Southport NC 910-351-8093 www.theofficecoffeeandwinebar.com We serve Roast Magazine’s 2016 Roaster of the year, Espresso, Coffee Drinks(Hot, Frozen, Iced) Smoothies, Variety of Red/White Wines & Craft Beer. Also Pastries, Trays, Breakfast and Lunch Wraps.

OLD BRIDGE DINER

132 Country Club Dr., Oak Island 910-250-1184 A casual diner featuring breakfast & lunch, from fluffy omelets to burgers and fried chicken sandwiches. Open 6am - 2pm.

M TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ

1671 N. Howe St. #1A, Southport 910-363-4908 www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com Bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal. Our items are made to order with fresh, simple, superior ingredients.

WILDLIFE RESTAURANT & GRILL

4381 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 910-457-9953 www.wildlifegrill.webs.com Serving a full range of items on our menu from breakfast to home cooked meals.

BARBECUE M SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE

1102 N. Howe St., Southport 910-363-5035 www.southportsmokehouse.com Real wood smoked BBQ and brisket, great side items, and a great family environment.

TERRY’S NC BARBQUE & RIBS

4688 Long Beach Rd. SE, 910-477-9187 Serving up pork and beef brisket sandwiches and plates, and Memphis dry rub ribs, along with baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, and mac ‘n’ cheese.

ITALIAN M BELLA CUCINA

5177 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 910-454-4540 www.belladiningnc.com Focusing on family Italian recipes, Bella Cucina serves up everything from fine and fresh local seafood to hand tossed, New York style pizzas. Aside from a decadent wine list, Bella Cucina also offers specialty martinis.

CASTUCCI’S AN ITALIAN JOINT 4332 Long Beach Rd, Southport 910-477-6755 Family Italian restaurant

FALCONE’S & D’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

2831 Midway Rd Ste 106 (910) 253-8151 Serving Itaiian entrees, pizza and sandwiches.

M JOSEPH’S ITALIAN BISTRO

5003 O’Quinn Blvd., Southport, 454-4440 www.josephsitalianbistro.com Armed with decades of experience and “secret” family recipes, Joseph’s Italian Bistro appeals with candlelit dining and fresh Italian continental cuisine.

M BAR-B-QUE HOUSE

5002 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-201-1001 www.bestbbqonthebeach.com Hormel ribs are slow d in house and meats are offered with a variety of sauces, from Eastern NC vinegar to Lexington-style red.

CHINESE ASIAN TASTE

1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 3, 910-457-0988 asiantastesouthportnc.com Takeout traditional Chinese food, with staples such as lo mein, sesame chicken, and General Tso’s.

OLDE BRUNSWICK GENERAL STORE SOUTHPORT GOURMET AND 1450 50 Lakes Dr., Boiling Spring Lakes SUSHI BAR 910-845-2707 Made-to-order breakfast and lunch grill.

RUSSELL’S PLACE

5700 E. Oak Island Drive 910-278-3070 Serving breakfast and lunch until 2 p.m., Russell’s Place serves up lots of home cooking.

THE SAUCY SOUTHERNER

501 N Howe Street, Southport (910) 477-6065 Offering breakfast & lunch with a southern twist. Real Good Feel Good, Food.

TROLLY STOP

111 S. Howe St., Southport 910-457-7017 www.trollystophotdogs.com A staple in NC, Trolly Stop is renowned across the nation for its one of a kind hot dogs.

1643 N. Howe St, Southport (910) 477-9045 Serving a varietry of home-cokked Asian specialties and featuring a full sushi bar.

TASTE OF CHINA

4956 Long Beach Rd., Southport, 457-1838 Serving Cantonese, Szechuan and Hunanstyle Chinese food.

INTERNATIONAL M PORTS OF CALL

116 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-4544 www.portsofcallbistro.com Offering choices that are largely influenced by dishes from across the globe. Menu items and specials can whisk your palette from Casablanca to Barcelona, Santorini to Mumbai, and from Marseilles to Munich or Charleston. Finish with a fresh baked dessert in the romantic atmosphere.

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DINING GUIDE IRISH PUB OF SOUTHPORT

1513 N. Howe St., Unit 10, Southport 910-457-6554 Offering traditional pub fare with Irish flair, like Guinness chicken wings and mussels cooked in a Smithwicks bouillon. Don’t forget the Reuben or corned beef and cabbage!

JAPANESE TENGU JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE

4956 Long Beach Rd. SE, 457-9398 Sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, hibachi, tempura and udon noodles all available.

MEXICAN DELPHINA CANTINA

910-454-0950 Serving authentic dishes, such as fajitas, enchiladas and chalupas, fresh salsa and margaritas; serves traditional Mexican dishes.

SIDE STREAT TAKE OUT

524 N Howe St., Southport 910-363-4113 Tex-Mex style cuisines at a local take-out joint. Serving a variety of fish, beef, and veggie bowls. Also offering quesadillas, tacos and hot, homemade soup. Take out or relish your meal under the shaded, outside dinning area.

TACO & BURITTO SHACK 3261 Hwy 87, BSL 910-351-0179

THAI SOUTHPORT SIAM

1131 Atlantic Ave, Southport 910-363-5063 Open for lunch and dinner. Offering over 20 Thai specialties including Pad Thai and Green Curry. Also offers Hibachi steak, chicken and shrimp.

THAI PEPPERS

115 E. Moore St., Southport 457-0095 • www.thaipeppersnc.us Serving decadent and creative Oriental food of the finest quality, prepared with care. A broad range of traditional Thai dishes and sushi are available.

BAKERIES/ COFFEE

PIZZERIAS BAMBINI’S PIZZERIA

AHOY DOUGHNUTS

10 Marina Wynd, Bald Head Island 910-457-1222 delphinacantina.webs.com Mexican cuisine with Spanish and Cuban flare, such as Churrasco Cubano and Pescado Especial—both with plantains.

1513 N Howe St, Southport 477-9352 A New York Style Pizzeria featuring homemade pizza, pasta, desserts, etc. Also serving a selection of beer and wine.

5821 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 250-1005 • www.ahoydoughnuts.com Fresh yeast raised, filled and cake donuts, apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, monkey muffins, twists and more. Handmade daily, family owned.

KAI JOE’S

DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA

BURNEY’S BAKERY

4722 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island Phone: (910) 622-1509 Traditional Mexican dishes and specialties.

SAN FELIPE

1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 1, Southport & 4961 Long Beach Rd. SE

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101 E. Brown St., Southport 457-5994 www.drystreetpubandpizza.com Known for handmade, original pizzas—including Margherita, “very veggie,” and Greek. Also offers salads, soups and gourmet sandwiches.

FAMOUS SUBS AND PIZZA

1541 N. Howe St., Southport • 457-5143 Recognized regionally for outstanding gyros, calzones and pizzas.

PIZZA SHACK

6212 E. Oak Island Dr., • 278-6781 Offering a variety of pies from classic favorites to Greek white and Hawaiian.

THE PEPPERONI GRILL

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3156 George II Hwy, Boiling Spring Lakes 845-5151 • www.pepperonigrillnc.com Offering eat in, take out and delivery. As well, offering oven toasted subs and calzones.

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PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH

4320 East Beach Drive • 250-1190 www.pepperonigrillnc.com Open 7 days a week year round. Offering eat in, take out as well as delivery. 4960 Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 457-9432 Family-friendly chain known for its made-toorder pizzas. Dine in, Take Out and Delivery.

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA

4961 Old Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 454-0757 Take-out/delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, wings & breadsticks, plus desserts.

DOMINO’S (SOUTHPORT)

336-687-8732

3940 Old Bridge Rd. Southport Landscaping • Maintenance • Design • Install

1671 N Howe St #1b, Southport (910) 457-0083

DOMINO’S (OAK ISLAND)

8610 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island (910) 278-9111 Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizza, plus chicken & other sides.

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808 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4222 Known for their light and flaky filled croissants with a sweet sugar glaze, plus more.

THE CONFECTIONARY

4346 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 457-9310 Featuring jelly donuts, apple fritters, cupcakes, muffins, peach cobbler, bagels and more.

ISLAND JO COFFEE ‘N CAFE

7916 E. Oak Island Drive (910) 250-1677 Homemade bagels, breakfast sandwiches, quiche, specialty coffees and sandwiches.

JUMPIN’ JAVA OAK ISLAND

4022 Old Bridge Rd., Southport • 363-4841 We carry a large variety of gluten free/vegan baked goods, as well as homemade coffee cakes and muffins. Delicious and decadent specialty drinks: lattes, mochas, frapps, hot chocolate, Chai teas and more.

PORT CITY JAVA

113 N. Howe Street, Southport 454-0321 www.portcityjava.com We serve coffees, espresso drinks, fruit smoothies, milkshakes, fresh juices, breakfast and lunch sandwiches and wraps all day. Open year round. Complimentary WiFi. Comfortable inside and outside seating. Coffee catering available.

RUBY’S COFFEEHOUSE AND EATERY

At the Oak Island Pier, 705 Ocean Dr. Oak Island Serving bagels, croissants, sandwiches, hot dogs and coffee right at the pier.

SIDE STREET BAKERY

STAARR CAKES BAKERY

200 Country Club Dr., Suite E, Oak Island 512-8881 www.staarrcakes.com Made from scratch cupcakes, biscuits, and pies using the finest ingredients available. Coffee supplied by an NC roaster.

ICE CREAM CHUCK’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM 607 N Howe Street, Southport (910) 363-0208 Featuring delicious home made ice cream.

M DAIRY QUEEN

5701 E. Oak Island Dr.,• 278-5371 Featuring the iconic Blizzards, waffle-bowl sundaes, and more frozen treats. *Call for other nearby locations.

FLAVA’S COFFEE AND ICE CREAM

310 W. Bay St., Southport • 457-5150 CLOSED FOR SEASON Flava’s allows guests the choice between many flavors, including death by chocolate, birthday cake, cookies and cream, and more.

LIL & JOHN’S SWEETREAT HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

6324 East Oak Island Drive. Family-owned and operated. Featuring 16 flavors of ultra-premium, homemade ice cream. We use only dairy from grass-fed North Carolina cows and never add artificial flavors or colors.

SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR

201 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-7611 More than just ice cream, Spike’s offers great hot dogs as well. Closed for the Season.

THE SCOOP SHOP

4922 East Oak Island Dr, OKI 910-250-1321 The best ice cream on the beach! Plus made to order cake donuts and fresh hot donuts!

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REAL ESTATE

4192-2 Cambridge Cove Circle Easy living comes to mind when you see this beautiful 3 bedroom/ 3 bath townhome in Cambridge Crossing. The outside maintenance and yard work are done for you so you can spend time doing the things you enjoy! The open floor plan offers vaulted ceilings, separate dining area, gas fireplace, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. The master suite is on the main level and has a large walkin closet, en-suite bath with separate walk-in shower, his/her sinks and trey ceiling. There’s even an access to the screened in back porch, where you can enjoy a morning cup of coffee and take in the natural area that surrounds you. If you need a little extra space, there is over-sized 3rd bedroom upstairs with en-suite bath and large walk-in closest . In addition the upstairs offers an abundance of walk-in storage. Just outside the front door, you are steps to the cross over pathway that takes you to amenities of South Harbour Village where you can enjoy the clubhouse, a round of golf, tennis or take a dip in the pool. For the avid boater, there’s a full-service marina, Big Toy Boat Storage and public boat access just down the road. What are you waiting for? This unit is priced right and won’t last long! $252,000 Call Sarah Smith, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 443-8000, to view today

2748 Sea Vista Dr SW, Supply ICW Water Access Community. The Sabal Palm Cottage is located in the Sea View Community three miles from the Holden Beach Bridge where you can launch your boat from the NC Public Wildlife ramp. This home from H5 Construction is on the marsh with direct water views and kayak launch access. This is a new construction spec 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, the floorplan and footprint cannot be changed. It includes a spacious kitchen, a vaulted ceiling in the family room and an open floor plan. Double Vanities enhance both bathrooms. Buyers may choose the colors for paint, cabinetry and luxury vinyl plank flooring. This home comes with the standard North Carolina Implied Builder’s Warranty at closing. The Sea View Community has it’s own private gated dock to the ICW and a

MARKETPLACE gated pool exclusive to homeowners. Enjoy the private seclusion of this home from the wide porches and decks. $259,000 • MLS #100191480 Call Katherine Wooten, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 620-8962, to view today!

6088 Turtlewood Dr, Southport This beautiful custom built, William Poole design, 4 bed, 4.5 bath home is located in one of Southport’s sought-after communities, Turtlewood. Features include 1st floor master, cherry hardwood floors, expansive great room, exquisite crown molding, unique trim & gorgeous custom built in bookcases. The kitchen is a chef’s delight & offers cherry cabinets, granite counter tops and high end appliances. If you like to entertain, the creative floor plan offers a formal dining room, glassed in breakfast nook & easy access to the covered outdoor back porch area. There are 2 staircases, one in the great room and one off the kitchen which allows for easy access to the bedrooms and bonus room. Each room upstairs has its own unique en-suite bath and large walk in closets. If you need a little extra space, the second floor has a loft area that can be used as a home office, craft room or kids play area. Schedule a private viewing of this magnificent home and start enjoying your life on the coast! $499,900 • #100218475 Call Sarah Smith, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 443-8000, to view today!

109 SE 15th Street, Oak Island This immaculately maintained residence with recent updates is sure to delight. Recent upgrades include a new roof, carpet, and a fresh coat of neutral paint. The galley style eat-in kitchen boasts granite counters and stainless steel appliances. The Large Living area has a vaulted ceiling and a multitude of windows that allow tons of natural light into the home. The HUGE dining room is a dream for the avid entertainer. With an in-house audio system/intercom, a heated/cooled Carolina room, outdoor deck, fenced in yard, 2 car attached garage, 2 paved driveway entrances, irrigation system and lots of curb appeal, what’s not to love? The yard is a gardeners delight with lush easy to maintain landscaping. Enjoy your own private greenhouse, and detached garage/ workshop with sun room. Don’t miss out! $369,900 Call Myles Williams, Southport Realty, Inc. (910) 619-9655 to view today!

326 Marina View Drive, Southport This is your opportunity to own an established Vacation Rental. Located in Marina Village, in downtown Southport directly across from the Southport Marina. Marina Village is true maintenance free living as all exterior maintenance/ landscaping is handled by the HOA. The community boasts a private community pool, a community sidewalk, streetlights, and offers a SUPERIOR location. Schedule your private showing today! This unit is priced below the comps and Is being sold fully furnished! $359,000 Call Myles Williams, Southport Realty, Inc. (910) 619-9655 to view today!

503 East Beach Dr, Oak Island East Beach beauty with 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths and the most amazing views and direct beach access on Oak Island. Open floor plan with a master on the first floor and four more bedrooms including another master and two bathrooms upstairs. A well sized kitchen has been upgraded with newer appliances and quartz countertops. Living area has new vinyl laminate flooring and all bathrooms have tile floors. The ocean view from the living room is truly breathtaking. The downstairs master bedroom also has views of the ocean. This home sleeps twelve people comfortably. Listed at $849,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS by Elvira Gilbert. Call her at 910-619-4087 for more details.

877 Hollybriar Drive SE, Bolivia This gorgeous custom-crafted all-brick waterfront home on the Lockwood Folly River has a southern exposure for vibrant sunises & sunsets. Make the most of it from the deep water dock, open air deck or the covered rear porch that converts to a screened porch by lowering the automatic retractable screens. The master suite, which includes a 10x10 closet and bath with spa features, is also on the first floor and opens to the rear deck. The gourmet kitchen with Viking Professional appliances (including a 6 burner cooktop, double oven, and

warming oven) is a dream. Ten foot ceilings on the first floor which includes the media room, dining room and breakfast area. Upstairs are two more bedrooms, two full baths and two additional rooms that could serve any purpose for a total of 4,540 heated square feet of well-engineered, comfortable, elegant and flexible living space. Call Brooke Rudd-Gaglie at 910-512-1361 Listed at $824,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS

2228 E Beach, Oak Island Centrally located with excellent public beach access just across the street! This spacious 2nd Row beach home was recently updated throughout. Open living area is great for entertaining while enjoying ocean views. Large decks on front and back of the house provide plenty of space to soak up the sun and enjoy that wonderful ocean breeze. Five bedrooms, three baths, with the master bedroom located on the primary living level. Additional features include Elevator, screened porch, and outdoor shower. Listed at $835,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS by Jonathan Mclaughin. Call him at 910-269-8200

414 Brewster Ln, Wilmington This is the place for the young family to grow and enjoy close proximity to Carolina Beach. A three bedroom, two bath home with a garage and a wonderful backyard is hard to come by at this price. The house offers vaulted ceilings, new floors with tile in bathrooms, new solid surface counters and a new HVAC system, plus a new roof in 2019. The backyard is fenced in and has a beautiful new gazebo on the new deck out back. Listed at $228,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS by Elvira Gilbert. Call her at 910-619-4087

613 Versailles Blvd SW, Supply This gorgeous 3 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath, 5,762 sq ft home in Seascape has four levels and a two story foyer graced by a sweeping stairway. It is extremely well engineered to withstand anything

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mother nature has in store, while at the same time offering every comfort along with wonderful spaces for entertaining. There are four fireplaces indoors and the courtyard features a wood/gas fuel pizza oven, outdoor fireplace, built-in grill, a water feature, gazebo, raised beds for gardening, and a bocce court. The spectacular kitchen has 6 burner GE Monogram gas range with griddle, and 2 ovens, 10-foot center island with double sink, two walls of cabinets, granite countertops and tile backsplashes. The large breakfast area with built-in desk and french doors leads to a covered porch. Offered at $1,100,000 Call Ceiledh Creech with Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc. Realtors at 910-5534073 for a private showing

401 Clarendon Ave, Southport The Southport lifestyle is waiting for you in this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home in the heart of historic Southport. Nestled under stately live oaks, on a lovely fenced corner lot, the house is a quick walk to the Southport marina, waterfront, restaurants and shops. Built in 2006, this home fits in seamlessly with the surrounding historic homes plus provides the conveniences of newer construction. The open living-dining-kitchen area gets plenty of natural light and features stunning Ash floors, 12 foot ceilings and charming custom built-ins. Chefs kitchen includes butlers pantry with ample space for your wine collection, a six burner gas range top with griddle, and double ovens. The main level master bedroom features an ensuite bath with claw foot tub and spacious separate shower. The upstairs provides a treehouse like setting for the 2 guest rooms, each with a spacious private balcony. There is also abundant room for outdoor living downstairs on the rocking chair front porch or the private screened porch out back. Offered at $599,000 Call Kay Jolliff with Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc. Realtors at 910-523-0624 for a private showing

1011 Softwind Way, Southport The Hammocks at Southport – You will enjoy luxury one level living in this impressive 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home filled with extras and upgrades.

The open concept plan provides ample space for the large kitchen and living and dining areas. The living area and kitchen has an additional 8 feet that was added to the original plan. The living area opens to an oversized screened porch overlooking the pond though a wall of windows and the 16 foot four panel slider. The kitchen features upgraded appliances including the gas range, upgraded cabinetry and a crushed granite sink. There’s a huge island with seating that’s perfect for entertaining. The master bedroom has wood floors, and a large en suite bath with beautifully tiled walk-in shower. Two guest rooms and a guest bath are on the main level and there is a 375 square foot flex space or 4th bedroom upstairs with a half bath. Outside, there is a patio off the screened porch. The driveway is oversized and leads to the double garage with room for workshop space and Utility sink. Heating system is natural gas, water heater is Rinnai tankless. The irrigation system is on a separate meter. You want to see this special home! Offered at $499,000 Call Kay Jolliff with Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc. Realtors at 910-523-0624 for a private showing

102 River Drive, Southport Expect the unexpected in this mid-century home situated on over 1.25 Acres and overlooking the Cape Fear River. The property has a sandy beach and a pier with dock and boat lift to make it easy for you to enjoy getting out on the water. Watch the boat and ship traffic from the large windows in the living area and bedrooms. The living area has lovely original wood floors and the kitchen has been updated with granite counters and appliances and theres oversized pantry space. Theres also a den/flex space which would be great as an office, studio or fitness room. A covered porch area and an expansive open deck plus a screened porch provides lots of options for outdoor living. Theres plenty of room for a pool. The double garage has built in cabinets and work space. The unfinished basement is heated and cooled and provides an additional 676 square feet. Annual flood insurance is only $600+/-. Come see this one! Offered at $999,000 Call Kay Jolliff with Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc. Realtors at 910-523-0624 for a private showing

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