May 2023 Southport Magazine

IN THIS ISSUE

TheMay Music Issue is back! As some of you may remember, in The Before Times, Southport Magazine dedicated each May issue to local music. We felt the time was right to revive that traditon. In this issue you’ll find stories on an award-winning internet radio station broadcasting right from Oak Island, a local shop selling vinyl record albums, and some area residents who’ve followed their musical calling right to Wilmington’s choral community. But the biggest section is a new idea -- our very first Band Directory. You’ll find information from dozens of local musicians, from who they are and what they play, to where to hear them and how to book them.

his is also the first edition printed by our new friends at The Robesonian in Lumberton. Changing printing presses has been a big deal behind the scenes, and we are excited for all theopportunities working with these new partners will open up for us. Enjoy!

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Currents Music Mafia Radio

Broadcasting To The World From Oak Island

STORY BY PATRICIA LANGER, PHOTOS BY JEFFREY STITES

Does anything beat listening to live music on a warm summer night by the shore? Fortunately for us, the live music scene in our area has been emerging over the last few years, with a rise in the number of venues matched by a rise in the level of musical talent. Not only are there some terrific bands at the weekly summer concerts in Middleton Park and Franklin Square, but just about every bar, restaurant and wine shop in Southport and Oak Island has added live music to their menu. Now there’s another place in town that plays great music 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all year round! It’s Music Mafia Radio, the streaming radio station that airs from Oak Island and plays independent artists in a wide range of genres, from country to rock to singer-songwriters. It’s music you definitely need to hear!

Music Mafia Radio is an internet radio station that you can stream for free on your computer by going to https://musicmafiaradio. net. You can also stream it through Sonos, Alexa or a Roku TV. On your cell phone, listen to it by downloading the free Live365 app and click on the station. Music Mafia Radio’s motto, “it’s the music that matters,” speaks to their mission of providing a platform for independent musicians, where the goal is to give more visibility to the artist, not the station. It’s also a refreshingly unique experience for serious music listeners that exposes them to indie artists and songs they would not normally hear on traditional FM radio stations, all without commercials, gimmicky stunts, or oversized radio personalities.

Scott Stephenson is the owner/operator and DJ of Music Mafia Radio. His on-air moniker “Coz” stems from his lifelong love of Frank Zappa and his favorite song, “Cosmik Debris.” Coz has a calm, mellow voice and a radio personality that is humble and friendly. He’s also pretty funny. But Coz is not in this for personal fame; he stays true to the idea of promoting the indie artists, frequently praising their talents and imploring listeners to “buy their music! Buy their merchandise!”

Music Mafia Radio is not new, but Stephenson has recently embarked on a mission to grow its presence in our area. The station was formed in 2016 by Rick Landstrom and has amassed a large, diverse listening audience over the last seven years. Stephenson came

across MMF in 2017 as a listener, while he was living in Colorado Springs. He joined the staff in 2019 and took over the station in 2020, not long after he moved to Oak Island.

A Vermont native with music in his veins, Stephenson attended the prestigious Berkley School of Music, where he focused on the saxophone. (And he just happened to room with Branford Marsalis, the legendary jazz saxophonist who led the Tonight Show band in the 1990s and who has played with Sting and The Grateful Dead!) Stephenson can also play the clarinet, oboe, and flute, but these days considers himself primarily a pianist/keyboardist. Although he mainly listed to rock as a youth, he was exposed to all different types of music as a student at Berkely, which broadened his overall musical appreciation.

After college, Stephenson worked in the music business for a while, mainly as a buyer for a big record chain in New England. Eventually, he gravitated toward a more stable career in corporate technology, once he and his wife decided to have a family. They lived in Indianapolis for many years and eventually landed in Colorado Springs, but relocated to Oak Island.

“We came to visit friends in 2019 and we were hooked! I was looking at real estate on the island before our trip was even over,” he said.

While it’s not uncommon for people who retire to the coast to pick up part-time jobs, they’re usually a little bit less intense that run-

ning a radio station. (Like landscaping or freelance writing, for example!). I asked Scott’s wife, Jenny, if she always knew her husband wanted to be a DJ.

“I honestly didn’t know that it was ever in the plan. However, I’ve always known that he’s a walking, talking encyclopedia of musical knowledge and history, with an amazingly good ear for music and all of its layers, so this probably is a natural progression for him.”

According to the dictionary, the word “mafia” can be used to mean “a closed group of people in a particular field, having a controlling influence.” So, while Music Mafia Radio aims to create a sense of family between its musicians and listeners (its hashtag is #onefamilia,) it also works to close out the corporate titans of the music business who have exerted an enormous amount of control over the airwaves and the musicians for years.

Former owner Landstrom explained it like this: “Coming up with the name was actually quite simple.  I’ve always been in love with mob movies and such. That’s number one. Secondly, I thought it was also a good reflection of how I felt about the whole corporate thing and how they run every aspect of an artist’s life, to the point that artists are not really being original anymore.  So, much like the mafia, I thought we would do it our way; ‘our’ meaning the broadcaster and the artists.  We were kind of our own force to be reckoned with.”

But don’t let the name fool you. The music played on this station is not always heavy and

intimidating. There’s a softer side to this “mafia.”

Stephenson says his station does not focus on any particular genre, just good music. He looks for really talented, independent musicians, and stays away from nationally recorded music that he feels is oversaturated on the FM stations. At any given time, MMR has between 400 and 500 artists from all over the world in active rotation.  Carolina musicians make up about 10 percent of that number, which is one of the larger concentrations. You may recognize a few local favorites, like American Idol contestant Ryleigh Madison of Whiteville signing with Kindred, or The Cliff Wheeler Band, a regular at the Ocean Crest Pier.

“MMR started playing us in 2019,” Cliff Wheeler said. “It was the first radio station we were on and it remains the easiest station to work with.” He went on to explain, “We’ve since been picked up by some of the bigger stations, but we get very little play time. You have to be on a major label to get consistent air time from them. Coz is our biggest supporter!”

Stephenson says he looks to add about a dozen or so new artists to the rotation each month, but it’s not always easy to find the quality of music he wants. Apparently, he has a reputation for being extremely picky. Stephenson received about 12,000 emails from musicians last year, and of that he says he only liked about 500 of them! This year he’s on track to review about 18-20,000 email requests for air time.

His hard work reaps rewards for the artists, who receive significant play time and expo sure, as well as the listeners, who are able to talk with artists in MMR’s live chat room and listen to on-air interviews with featured art ists. Stephenson’s work also reaps rewards for the station. MMR has won numerous industry awards, including the International Singer Songwriters Association Radio Station of the Year in 2019 (gold) and 2022 (bronze). The station has been nominated again in 2023. MMR also won the SocialStars Radio Station of the Year award in 2021, and was a finalist for the Who’s Hoo Radio Station of the Year in 2022.

But it’s not the awards that Stephenson is most proud of, it’s the fact that Music Mafia Radio has become a trend setter for other small, independent radio stations.

“There are a number of other stations around the world that pay close attention to the new artists we bring into rotation.  It is not unusual for us to bring somebody into rotation, only to see them get added to other stations in the week or two after our debut.  For me, this a moment of pride for a couple

of reasons.  First, it proves that we are finding artists that are creating the kind of music that has wide public appeal. More importantly, it demonstrates that we have the ability to bring higher visibility to the artists we support, which is the core of everything we do.”

While Stephenson clearly has a good ear for music, so do his listeners. MMR’s audience is very large and geographically diverse right now, with people logging in from as far away as Russia and Iran! (Because the radio station is streamed, its range is not limited.) Surprisingly, the Pacific Northwest accounts for the largest segment of listeners in the United States.

“We’ve been fortunate over the years to connect with a number of artists up there, many of whom we’ve had the pleasure of hanging out with at shows.” Stephenson said. “There is such a great music scene going on in Washington State, and they have large and loyal fan bases that they encourage to listen to the station.  This is actually how most listeners (up until now) have discovered MMR — they see a social media post where one of their favorite bands is tagged in our posts, or the artist has tagged us in one of their posts.”

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Coz spins the hits in his home studio

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People from the Carolinas make up the second largest group of listeners. The effort to attract a local listener base is something new to Music Mafia Radio and presents a challenge that Stephenson looks forward to. One way to do that, he thinks, is by engaging in community events like the farmers markets and town concerts. He’s also considering airing segments that spotlight Oak Island and Southport events, non-profits and community groups; listing a local events calendar; and perhaps even airing broadcasts from the Ocean Crest Pier and the summer markets.

He also intends to begin seeking partnerships with local small businesses, offering to air segments on their products and services. Currently the station does not have any advertising; it is truly a labor of love.

“Coz and his team are honestly doing this for the artists. They are incredibly supportive of the indie scene. There is no ulterior motive – he’s not making money,” musician Chris Wheeler confirmed.

Unlike the big music streaming apps that offset free services with tons of advertising, Stephenson currently bears all the costs to run the Music Mafia Radio station. Although overhead is minimal, since the station operates from Stephenson’s home, there are fees associated with the Music365 network, licensing fees, and website domain fees, as well as equipment costs. With the growth of the

station, Stephenson’s goal is simply to break even.

In the meantime, Music Mafia Radio will continue to do what it does best, provide a platform for amazing indie artists and an awesome experience for music lovers. Coz produces live shows Monday through Thursday at 8 pm, including a “Top 30 Countdown” on Monday nights. He also does live shows Monday and Friday mornings at 10:30 am. The rest of the week, the station has continual programming 24/7, curated by Coz. It’s truly great music — we hope you are listening!

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Biz Q&A Big Love Vinyl

Oak Island Has A New Record Store

STORY AND PHOTOS BY JEFFREY STITES

Forthose of us of a certain age (and increasingly for some of the kiddos as well), the convenience of Spotify will never trump the visceral joy of dropping a needle on a vinyl record. I liken it to the difference between a digital photo and a film print. There’s just a certain SOMETHING that the analog versions have that the digital ones never will. It is now easier than ever to indulge your analog soul with the opening of Big Love Vinyl in the Crossroads Gathering Place on Oak Island, and we spoke to owner Doug Ausbury about the joys of records and how he came to share that joy in his new shop.

How long has Big Love Vinyl been in business? You did online only sales first, right?

I found a silver lining during the craziness of 2020, when I reignited my passion for music and especially vinyl. I spent a lot of that time becoming the new caretaker of many, many records. Toward the end of the year, I realized I had to answer the question “What am I going to do with all these records?”

The answer was threefold. First, I became a collector again so I started what has become a large personal collection of music that I absolutely love. Second, I donated and gave many of the duplicates away. And lastly, I did what came natural to me based on my profession…I built a website to start selling records online. All of the businesses I’ve started have names that come from songs … and I called this one Big Love Vinyl. I bought the domain name (biglovevinyl. com) on December 1, 2020, and the website was up and running a month later. Our first online sale was on February 8, 2021. I remember it well because it was one of my favorite records by a wonderful band called Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark. That was just over two years ago and since then the website has seen about 1,000 orders and about 4,100 records have made their way to new vinyl-loving caretakers. This makes me smile.

Along with the website, I also have the privilege of curating records for a small online group of Big Love VIPs, and I offer many records to our Facebook followers first before they go in the store or on the website. It’s been fun to figure out how to do the record business my own way. And there aren’t many things that make me happier than helping a customer find that perfect record.

What influenced your decision to launch an in-person shop?

I love this question because I have to go back 40 years to answer it.

My 11th grade English composition teacher assigned an essay about what we wanted to do when we grew up. During those high school days, I was completely entrenched in music. I had also found my entrepreneurial spark and built a large vinyl collection utilizing some pretty unconventional tactics. I tell this story in more detail in my video interviews on my website’s About page. So it makes complete sense that my English paper was about someday owning a record store. I totally forgot I wrote that paper but recently discovered it in a box of keepsakes.

After college, my career path took me into health care management and eventually to starting and growing a few successful small businesses in the online marketing world. At age 57, now I get to check the record store owner box too. That reminds me, I need to put that essay in the shop!

How does being in the Crossroads Gathering Place help?

How the Oak Island store inside Crossroads Gathering Place came about is simply a God thing. I met Mike Jones in my men’s small group and while getting to know him,

I learned about Crossroads. We started talking about a Big Love Vinyl store inside Crossroads last year and I’m blessed to be one of the first vendors.

There are some very cool vendors inside Crossroads, plus Victory Coffee + Craft so it’s really a great place for Big Love Vinyl. You can actually drink a beer or coffee while flipping through records…how cool is that?!

I think a lot of folks are surprised to find a record store there and it’s a walk down memory lane for many. We’re also seeing a lot of young folks drawn to the store as the recent vinyl revival has spread outside those that grew up with it to their kids and grandkids. We have records for all ages in the shop.

What drew you to selling vinyl records?

Serious record collectors know that it can be an expensive hobby. So what initially drew me to selling online (and now at the shop in Oak Island) is a way to support growing my personal vinyl collection -- which has reached about 4,000 records. Now, I’ve become a lot choosier about what I keep for myself and that’s good for my customers because I’m passing most of them along to them.

Beyond supporting my own collecting habits, I also was drawn to the challenge of selling something in an extremely competitive market. I got pretty deep into the Facebook vinyl community and I analyzed what a lot of other sellers were doing. Almost all were selling via livestreams, where people had to attend the online sale or auction, primarily on Facebook. So if you did a livestream once or twice a week, you’re really only selling during those few hours each week. I went the other direction by making Big Love’s website the main focus and utilizing social media as a tool to support and drive customers to a website that’s open (and selling) 24/7.

And now we have our physical store in Oak Island, open Mon-Thu 9 am to 8 pm, Fri-Sat 9 am to 9 pm and 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday.

Who is your typical customer, if there is one?

As you’d expect, a lot of customers are around my age, people who grew up with records and have stuck with vinyl for the long haul or have come back to it during the recent vinyl revival. Big Love’s selection is strong with bands from the mid ‘60s through the late 80s, which was really vinyl’s heyday.

We’re also starting to see more of the

younger generation who didn’t grow up with vinyl starting to come around -- especially as many current artists are having their records pressed and released. I read somewhere that of the 43.5 million LPs sold last year, one in 25 albums bought were by pop megastar Taylor Swift!

Do you buy records that our readers may have lying around? How does that work? How does one know what a record is worth?

We are always looking for record collections to buy, whether it’s a handful or a room full. We mostly look for rock, pop, country and jazz records from the ‘60s through the ‘90s. Give us a call and we’ll arrange a time to view the records and make a fair offer for them. And if we can’t use a record, every week we donate records to local nonprofits like Friends Of The Library Southport & Oak Island.

We use pricing tools like Discogs and Popsike to determine the exact pressing of records. I encourage people to read about using the deadwax data (a code stamped on the area of the record between the last song and the label) on each record if they really want to investigate the value of their records. Many people only use ebay; that can be a mistake because of the many sellers that are gouging and overpricing their records. Also, condition is very important when trying to determine the worth of a record.

Suppose someone looks at all their old records and wants to keep them. Can you help with a record player?

Absolutely. We have some starter turntables in the shop and will be adding a few vintage turntables in the near future.

What is the appeal of vinyl records?

I’m not one of those people who refuse to listen to their favorite song (ELO’s Mr. Blue Sky) on something other than vinyl. I enjoy listening to cassettes, CDs and digital media. That said, I do prefer the warm analog sound of music on vinyl through a two-channel receiver and some great speakers. I think that’s the biggest appeal of vinyl…it’s the way vinyl sounds on great equipment.

Another appeal is the physical part of holding an album in your hands, and of course the artwork, packaging, pictures and liner notes. The physical record product gave artists another big way to express their art and creation. We lost most of that with the cassette and CD and all of it with digital media.

And lastly of course is the nostalgia part of vinyl records. If you grew up in the 60s, 70s or early 80s, records were likely a big part of your life, and there are so many memories tied to the music. The records bring that nostalgia wave back in a big way….big love!

Inside Crossroads Gathering Place at the foot of the Old Bridge, Oak Island

Open Mon - Sat 9 am - 6 pm Sunday 11 am - 4 pm

Cape Fear Chorale

Brunswick County Residents Enjoy Song

STORY BY LISA STITES

Whetherit’s music students performing at a school concert, bands rocking it out for a crowd, or volunteer musicians playing and singing with local bands and choirs, one thing is clear — we love our music scene in southeastern North Carolina. Several Bruns wick County residents take that love of music across the river to sing and perform with the Cape Fear Chorale, a vocal ensemble of between 60 and 80 singers. The group is in its 25th year and per forms two concerts a year.

The Chorale is “committed to building and enriching our community through exceptional choral artistry and by creating meaningful, educational, and inclusive musical experiences,” according to the group’s website, https://capefearchorale.org/.

The Chorale’s next performance is May 19, called “Broadway Through the Ages.” The evening serves as a fundraiser, with sweets to sample, a silent auction and a raffle, and of course, plenty of show tunes.

So who are some of these singers who make the quick trek from Leland or drive a bit farther from Southport and St. James just to sing in the Chorale?

From the North Brunswick County/Leland area

•Jennifer Lewis moved to Leland from Michigan 13 years ago, and has been singing with the Chorale for 13 seasons. She studied voice in school and privately,

and though she has never worked full time as a singer, she has enjoyed side jobs as a soloist for wedding and funerals. The soprano started singing in a church choir at age 4, and said she has sung in every place she has lived, including Canada, Germany, and Belgium. “I enjoy singing all types of music from Classical, Gospel and Opera to Secular, Popular Music and Show tunes,” Jennifer said. “My favorite type is whatever I

voice. It makes me feel good.” He also said a recent concert featured songs in English, German, French and Russian, and noted that he never before considered music to be a course in languages.

•Alicia Powell lives in the Mallory Creek community, and says according to her Mom, she has been singing since she was 2 years old. She sings with the Altos, and this is her first full year with the Cho-

for three years, and she auditioned for the Chorale as soon as she could after seeing the group perform. She’s been singing since she was a small child, and can also accompany herself on piano. “I was impressed by the cohesiveness of the group, the caliber of the voices and music, and the direction,” she said. “It was impossible to resist such a group! These qualities are paramount to me and I have great respect for the musicianship of my fellow members, and am proud to call myself a peer.”

From the Southport/St. James area

•Southport resident Caren Laiosa has been singing her whole life with her musical family and has been singing with various groups for more than 30 years. The soprano joined the Chorale three years ago, saying she was impressed with the quality of the sound of the Chorale, the high standards for singers and the director’s style and ability.

•Diane Lusk lives in St. James, and has been singing with groups since first joining a school chorus. She plays and has taught piano, sings Alto with the Chorale, and also sings in two a cappella groups in Southport — the Cape Fear A’cappella Singers and a women’s quartet called The

TrebleMakers.

Learning more about these dedicated singers made one thing absolutely clear. They have been singing for decades and music has always been a part of their lives. Their reasons for singing may vary as much as the music they perform, but they all enjoy gathering with like-minded musicians to

make beautiful music together.

“It is a group of about 70 wonderful voices who come together weekly with one purpose….to make gorgeous music together and ready it for performance,” Diane said. “Another reason I love singing with this Chorale is the sense of collaboration with wonderful people and wonderful musicians. This sense has lead to a group that loves to

be together and are now good friends in our common interest,” she added.

“There are many reasons I enjoy singing with the Chorale including the friendships I have made over the years but the most rewarding thing about singing with the Chorale definitely has to be the feeling of accomplishment when we have perfected the musical repertoire,” Jennifer said. “The enjoyment that we give to others through our gift of music to all the audiences who have come to our free concerts over the years is just the icing on the cake!”

And for Alicia, the chance to harmonize with neighbors is very rewarding, especially after the hiatus due to the pandemic. “I absolutely love singing. It’s one of my favorite things to do. It makes me feel relaxed and at home. The right chord gives me chills!”

It also seems that singers have their favorite types of music to sing, but that they enjoy learning new music in all genres.

“I truly love harmonies across all genres of music,” Caren said. “There is nothing like hearing a perfect chord. I love singing old jazz standards and, of course, choral music.”

Musician Directory

Celebrating Our Vibrant Music Scene

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Live music is everywhere in our community. You can find a variety of live music in our bars and restuarnts evey night og the week. Southport and OAk Island both host free outdoor concert series in the summer and fall. Almost every event will have a live music component. We love our guitars and drums and passionate vocals. With so many choices, it can be difficult to pick who you’d like to see, or who you’d like to bring to a venue you manage. We’re here to help! We reached out to the local music community and asked our musicians to tell us a bit about themselves. The response was amazing and we hope this little directory (listed in the order we recieved the information) helps connect audiences with the music they love.

CMB (THE CHRISTINE MARTINEZ BAND)

An extremely tight five-piece band with Christine fronting. As a past on-air radio personality for many years, Christine is a great show personality! We play throughout the local region from Surf City (Trailer Bar) to North Myrtle Beach (Capt. Archie’s, Marina Bar); including a weeklong stint on the Deck of the House of Blues, to Wilmington (Rusty Nail, Seven Mile Post) to Southport’s premiere music venue (American Fish Company), as well as numerous festivals (Belville BBQ, Oak Island Summer Concert series, Hurricane Relief Concert, Southport’s Summer Concert series). The band has been playing together for eight years. Our genre would be considered Classic Rock/Americana. We play songs by Fleetwood Mac, Grace Potter, Jackson Browne, Alabama Shakes, Tom Petty, Miranda Lambert, Joe Cocker, Amy Winehouse, Chris Stapleton, Shania Twain and many more. The band consists of electric guitar, acoustic guitar, keyboard, bass and drums; plus we all sing.

Rev and the Flying Flamingos entertain the Cape Fear area with an eclectic mix of pop, R&B, blues, and jazz. We perform music from Neil Young, Stevie Wonder, Billie Joel, Elton John, Neil Diamond, John Cougar Mellencamp, Tears for Fears, Eurythmics, and more. Look for us at your favorite venues such as American Fish Company, the Mullet, the Wine Rack, and many others. We are also available for festivals and private parties as a duo or trio.

Contact info: Daniel Guetschow, aka Rev (608) 334-0619

revblues3000@yahoo.com

THE DOORSMEN

Erik Schonher, bass; Mark Barca, percussion; David Condon, guitar; David Pope, keyboards

The Doorsmen is an exciting, four-member band based in Southport. We play “Groove Music” — songs with strong rhythm, back beat, danceable, good melodies and strong harmonies. Our song list is long and covers a variety of styles, but here is a sample of titles: Let’s Dance, Sledgehammer, Aeroplane, Hungry Like the Wolf, Shakedown Street, Sweat, American Girl, Sunday Morning, Last Dance with MJ, Billie Jean, Laid, I Will Survive, Psycho Killer, Ramble, That’s Just the Way it Is, Raspberry Beret, Crazy, and much more. We’ve made a tremendous impact in the area playing such venues as American Fish Company, Tiki Lounge, Second Wind, and others. Each member of the band has more than 20 years of professional experience playing with some of the leading area bands.

YACHT FINDERS

A recent acquisition for our band has been bass player and vocalist Bert Linton, an original player and founding member of the popular Uncle Hairy band, as well as the Other Guys project.

REV AND THE FLYING FLAMINGOS

Rev - Vocalist, Guitarist

David Pope - Keyboardist, Vocals

Erik Schohner - Bassist, Vocals

Schedule

May 12--Salty Pirate

May 13--Elks Lodge

May 21--American Fish Co.

May 27--Lazy Turtle

May 28--Milliken’s Seafood

June 10--Elks Lodge

June 23--The Trailer Bar

July 2--Elks Lodge (Lawn Prty)

July 9--American Fish Co.

July 17--Jinx Creek (Lite)

July 22--Grape & Ale (Lite)

July 29--Lazy Turtle

Aug 12--Second Wind

Sept 9--Lazy Turtle

Sept 23--Second Wind

Sept 30--Elks Lodge

Oct 8--American Fish Co.

Oct 28--Elks Lodge

December 9--Elks Lodge

BACK PORCH ROCKERS

Linda Harlow – Guitar and Vocals

Martin Murphy – Bass and Vocals

Jimbo Baden – Drums and vocals

Steve Privott – Guitar

Randy Lewis – Guitar & Vocals

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The Back Porch Rockers is a Rock & Roll cover band located here in Brunswick County. The band was formed in 2016 and performs primarily for local charities and fundraisers. There is no cost to our clients if they meet certain fundraising event requirements, primarily raising a minimum of $1,000 for the charity (must have 501c status).

For Booking, please contact Randy Lewis at 703-4032047

For more information on our band, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/BPRrockband

Local Charities include: Brunswick Toy Run, New Hope Clinic, Friends Of the Oak Island Parks, NC Maritime Museum, Dosher Hospital, Oak Island Moose Lodge, Up Your Arts, St. James Service Club, Paws Place, and Shop-With-A-Cop

Local Chapters: Alzheimer’s Association, Samara’s Village, Blue Star Moms, Folds Of Honor, Wounded Warriors, Relay for Life, Waves for Kids, Make-a-Wish, and Lion’s Club

TEDWARD BROTHERS

Ted Todorov: Guitar and vocals

Edward Iglesias: Guitar and vocals

Robb Wallace: Bass and vocals

Having met at a songwriting workshop in 2020, Edward Iglesias and Ted Todorov found that they were of similar musical sensibilities and began writing together. Later joined by bassist Robb Wallace, they’ve become a formidable musical force in the Southport area. The trio pride themselves on crafting songs that, while fitting comfortably within the category of indie/

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Contact: ediglesias1994@gmail.com or tedwardbros@tedwardbros.com

IT’S-A-SECRET

Brian A. Johnson (vocals, guitar, bass)

Ray Warren (cajon)

Jamie Caudle (cajon)

John Dunkle (guitar vocals, harmonica)

Formed in April of 2022 by Brian and Jamie. We cover many 60s, 70s, and 80s hits, and are currently concentrating on many Neil Young, Nirvana and Tom Petty songs. Jamie and I are long-time friends and bandmates. We bring a unique blend of acoustic and electric to all the songs we cover. Booking for 2023 now!

DOUBLE-CHERRY PIE

We play a vast variety of music genres with something for most musical tastes. DCP has been together since 2016. We have 60+ years of music and performance experience. We moved to Southport last year and we love it here! Currently, we enjoy regular performances at Mac’s Speed Shop, weekly on Bald Head Island, The Shuckin Shack Downtown, The Cameron Art Museum, Glass Bottom Bar, Pub of Southport, 7 Mile Post, Second Wind,  Bourbon Street, Mad Katz, American Fish Co., and River Hotel Southport. Double Cherry Pie is well liked wherever we perform. We are adding additional venues every week! DCP has a vast playlist. We play the songs people want to hear and we are more than musicians — we are entertainers. We never write a set list beforehand. DCP has a playlist of more

than 200+ tunes and we play songs that cater to the crowd at hand. It’s not about us, it’s about them!  And it’s about YOU. If you don’t make money booking us then we shouldn’t be playing for you. Our primary focus is as follows… if you don’t make money, we won’t be asked back.

DCP is gathering new followers every single time that we play. Plus we will keep your current customers happy and enjoying themselves, keeping them around longer. That translates to larger guest checks...increasing your bottom line! We would love an opportunity to play for you and your customers. We have the ability to play “small,” meaning our footprint and sound volume fits smaller venues, or we can go “BIG” for larger venues and audiences.

Visit us out on Facebook as Double Cherry Pie or at 717-805-7670  Will provide local references upon request.

STILL KICKING

Donna P (Pietrogiacomo) and Dennis Hetzel

Donna and Dennis are members of The Ford Project after playing in the Wilmington-based Americana band MoSun for several years. This year, Dennis began joining Donna with vocals, guitar and bass for some of her many solo gigs in the region as “Still Kicking.” They play a mixture of Americana, country and rock music, covering an eclectic mix of artists covered including Little Feat, Kenny Chesney, the Mavericks, Matchbox 20, Kacey Musgraves, John Mellencamp, Sheryl

Crow, Miranda Lambert, Elle King, Fleetwood Mac, Zac Brown Band and Grace Potter.

Schedule: May 18 fundraiser for Brunswick Family Assistance at Winding River; the Trolley Stop, Holden Beach (dates tba).

For booking: Dennis Hetzel, 614-940-5067, drhetzel@gmail.com

“DonnaPietroGuitarGirl” on Facebook.

LUNAR TIDE

Kelly Godfrey (lead vocals, keyboard)

Shane Scribner (Bass)

Leslie Britt (Lead Guitar, vocals)

Chris Turano (Drums, vocals)

Federico Santana (Congas, percussion)

Lunar Tide is a variety cover band that plays upbeat and well-known music from the 70s, 80s and 90s that keeps the audience dancing and singing all night long. They play the music you remember from artists such as Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Journey, Aretha Franklin, Van Morrison, Pat Benatar, Hall & Oates, Sheryl Crow and much, much more! Lunar Tide has been entertaining crowds in the southeast for more than 10 years with excellent musicianship and a high energy show!

2023 Show Schedule:

May 28 - The Lazy Turtle - Oak Island

June 3 - Mad Boar @ River Landing 8pm

June 10 - American Fish Co., 7 pm

June 16 - Boiling Springs Lake Summer Concert, 6 pm

June 24 - Shuckin’ Shack, Leland, 7 pm

July 22 - American Fish Co., 7 pm

July 29 - Mad Katz Wilmington, 8 pm

Aug 5 - Shuckin’ Shack, Leland, 7 pm

Aug 11 - Lazy Pirate, Carolina Beach, 7 pm

Sept 16 - American Fish Co., 7 pm

Follow us on Facebook - Lunar Tide Wilmington for show updates, live video footage, etc

MOXIE AND FLO

Moxie and Flo play all over, from Surf City down to Southport. Our style is true to the original versions of your most favorite hits from the past 40 years. We aren’t scared to tackle the big stuff and present a pretty darn good version for just a couple of chicks. Stevie Nicks and Linda Ronstadt are expected but we kill Bob Seager and the Allman Brothers too.

Jo is Moxie and me? I’m Andrea and I am Flo. I like pulling a few weirder more obscure songs out like Al Stewart’s Year of the Cat or a softer side of Led Zepplin and Jo is likely to break into Bon Jovi or Brian Adams although I am always super reluctant to sing that stuff. Because of our differences we present a cool package. Just like our name, rough and tumble Moxie and with a thick coat of Flo.

Moxie and Flo, Bolivia NC: Facebook https://m.facebook.com/MoxieandFlo/

SALTY DAWGS

7-member band, including two female vocalists

Coastal Carolina band that plays a huge variety of music featuring Classic Rock, Motown, Country, Blues, Funk and Pop from the 60s to present day. We were recently voted Best Local Band in the 2023 Brunswick Marketplace People’s Choice Award!

To find out more about the Salty Dawgs please visit our FB page: SaltyDawgsBandNC or visit our website: SaltyDawgsNC.com

Please email roaboe@yahoo.com for more information.

Schedule:

Saturday, May 13, 2-8 pm

Banding Together 4 St James Service Club

Woodlands Park, St. James

Saturday, May 20, 5-9 pm

Relay for Life Event

John T Hoggard High School

4305 Shipyard Blvd., Wilmington

Tuesday, May 23, 5-9 pm

Brunswick Partnership for Housing  American Fish Company

150 Yacht Basin Dr.

Saturday, May 27, 5-8 pm

Annual Trade Expo & Vendor Fair

Woodlands Park

Thursday, June 1, 7-10 pm

Salty Dawgs Host American Fish Open Mic Night

American Fish Company

150 Yacht Basin Dr.

Sunday, June 4, 4-7 pm

The Moose on the Loose Concert Series Oak Island Moose  4239  Long Beach Road

Sunday, June 11, 4-7 pm  American Fish Company 150 Yacht Basin Dr.

Monday, July 3, 2:15-4 pm  Downtown Southport, Main Stage

Friday, July 21, 7-10 pm  Brunswick Beer Exchange 113 Village Rd NE  |  Leland

Saturday, Aug 26, 8-11 pm

Tiki Tavern 104 E 8th St., Southport

Saturday, Sept 23, 6-8 pm  Live & Local @ Oak Island’s Middleton

Park fields

4610 E Dolphin Drive

Saturday, Oct 7, 4:30-7:30 pm

King Mackerel Tournament

Dutchman Creek Park

4750 Fish Factory Road

Saturday, October 21 | 11 am - 4 pm

Bands, Brews & BBQ Riverwalk at Belville

580 River Road

To find out more about the Salty Dawgs please visit our FB page: SaltyDawgsBandNC or visit our website: SaltyDawgsNC.com

Please email roaboe@yahoo.com for more information.

KEN SCHNEDETZ

Ken is a solo guitarist, singer/songwriter residing at Oak Island. His mix of cover tunes include Van Morrison, David Gray, Eric Clapton, Tom Petty, Colin Hay, Rob Thomas and more. In addition to cover tunes, Ken blends in his original songs; resulting in a relaxing, engaging and entertaining experience. His style and sound are best suited for smaller venues, restaurants, bars and private events. Ken released a six-6 song CD in 2020 titled “Love Is A Real Thing.” His original works capture life experiences, emotions and adventures that tell stories that are relatable, melodic and captivating to the audience. Ken’s original songs are available on Spotify, iTunes, Pandora and in CD form.

2023 Schedule

June 3, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Cameron Art Museum/CAM Café, Wilmington

June 17, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Cameron Art Museum/CAM Café, Wilmington

June 24, 2-4pm, The Grape & Ale, Oak Island

Sept 23, 2-4pm The Grape & Ale, Oak Island

Booking Information:

Ken Schnedetz

704-965-8026

schnedetz@aol.com

Facebook, Instagram

CLIFF WHEELER BAND

The band consists of singer-songwriter Cliff Wheeler (Oak Island), bassist Garret Wheeler (Oak Island), drummer Johnny Handy (Wilmington), and guitarist Gary Orlando (Sanford and Caswell Beach).

The band formed in 2017 after the friends recorded some tunes Cliff had recorded. Now six years, two albums, one EP, and five singles later, they continue to play locally as well as touring across the south eastern US.

Awards:

Cumulus Media’s Nash Next Winner for North Carolina - 2017 Music Mafia Radio Band of the Year - 2019

International Singer Songwriter Association Entertainer of the Year - 2019

Carolina Country Music Association Bassist of the Year - Garret Wheeler - 2019

International Singer Songwriter Association Entertainer of the Year - 2020

Carolina Country Music Association Vocal Group of the Year - 2020

https://www.cliffwheeler.us/

REFLECTIONS

Gary (Drums/Lead and Backing Vocals); George (Lead Guitar); Paul (Rhythm Guitar/Lead and Backing Vocals); Roy (Bass Guitar/Lead and Backing Vocals)

The Reflections are purveyors of tasty (and some somewhat rare) rock and pop gems from the 50s, 60s and 70s – the music you grew up with. Reflections couples skilled musicianship with vocal harmonies to deliver solid performances. Visit their website and click on the “SONG LIST” tab to check out the tunes they play, with more being added all the time.

Schedule (please check the band’s website for additions):

•May 2, 6 pm, Smoke On The Water, Wilmington

•May 5, 7 pm, Oak Island Moose Lodge, Oak Island

•May 29, Arbor Creek Community Memorial Day Picnic (Private Event for Arbor Creek Residents)

•June 17, 7 pm, Wilmington Moose Lodge, Wilmington

•June 25, 1 pm, Smoke On The Water, Wilmington

•July 7, 7 pm, Oak Island Moose Lodge, Oak Island

•Aug 12, 7, pm, Wilmington Moose Lodge, Wilmington

•Aug 27, 1 pm, Smoke On The Water, Wilmington

•Sept 8, 7 pm, Oak Island Moose Lodge, Oak Island

•Sept 24, 1 pm, Smoke On The Water, Wilmington

•Oct 14, 7 pm, Wilmington Moose Lodge, Wilmington

•Oct 29, 1 pm, Smoke On The Water, Wilmington

•Nov 17, 7 pm, Oak Island Moose Lodge, Oak Island

•Dec 8, 7 pm, Oak Island Moose Lodge, Oak Island

•Dec 16, 7 pm, Wilmington Moose Lodge, Wilmington

Website: www.thereflectionsband.com; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thereflectionsbandcarolinas/

Contact Info: Gary, 609-848-4172; https://thereflectionsband.com/contact

MIKE’S GARAGE BAND

Mike’s Garage Band consists of six members, all of whom live in St. James Plantation. They include Tony DeFilippis, Mike Horgan, and Chuck Krambuhl on guitar, Dave Reed on bass, John Staryak on keyboards, and Dave Holly on drums.

Mike’s Garage Band has been together for more than 10 years. We play primarily for local charities, and we donate our services. We have raised in excess of $1 million for the charitable work of groups such as Kiwanis, Knights of Columbus, Habitat for Humanity, New Hope Clinic, Military Appreciation Day, and many others. Our format is classic rock, emphasizing music from the 60s, 70s and 80s. Most of our performances are held at St. James Plantation, but we are open to playing anywhere in the area.

For booking information contact Dave Holly, daveholly9@ymail.com. Our website is www.facebook.com/MIKESGARAGEBAND

NOWCAT

Richard D’Anjolell and Shelia Bell

NOWCAT performs and writes music and entertains crowds everywhere they go. The “purrr-fect” soundtrack. Nowcat delivers a variety of hit songs from the 20th and 21st centuries, including Americana, Jam Rock, Shag sprinkled with original catchy power pop. Nowcat will be performing material from their second album for Blacbird Records scheduled with a May 16 release date. The Dunes Have Ears was produced by Jamie Hoover and recorded in Southport. Nowcat features Shelia Bell on percussion and vocals with Richard D’Anjolell on guitar and vocals. The debut release, MEOW, produced by Joe “the butcher” Nicolo, established Nowcat as a crowd pleaser. Songs like Rockin’ Southport, Nowcat’s theme song, and their re-imagination of the song Jackson made famous by Johnny Cash and June Carter. Nowcat performs as a duo or a full band. Gene Faller, Scott Dilley, Spence, Al Delts, and a long list of internationally renowned players have jammed with Nowcat.

Book Nowcat the “purr-fect”evening of music and fun.

www.nowcat.us @nowcatmusic nowcat@musicrd.com

May 17, 6 pm — Old American Fish Company

May 20, 6 pm — Duffers Pub and Grille

May 25, 6 pm — Old American Fish Company

May 27, 2 pm — The Grape & Ale

June 22, 6 pm — Mac’s Speed Shop

June 30, 6 pm — Duffers Pub and Grille

July 13, 6 pm — Mac’s Speed Shop, Fayetteville

Aug 17, 6 pm — Mac’s Speed Shop, Fayetteville

Aug 19, 6 pm — Duffers Pub and Grille

Aug 31, 6 pm — Old American Fish Company

UPTOWN EASY

Jaime Michelle: Lead vocals, Flute

Scott Kelly: Drums, Background Vocals

Gary Bowers: Trumpet, Background Vocals

Keith Deloatch: Trombone, Background Vocals

Spencer Hayden: Keyboards, Background vocals

Robert “Beau” Beachene: Lead Guitar, Vocals

Bill Holland: Bass, Background Vocals

Uptown Easy embodies all of the intricate elements to create a special recipe for the perfect party band. Combining superior musicianship, great energy, lots of personality and all of your favorite songs, Uptown Easy strives to create the perfect soundtrack for your special event. Your guests will be engaged, amazed and ready to party from the very first note!

Website: https://uptowneasy.com   Meet our members and Show Schedule https://www.facebook.com/uptowneasy/

Contact Info: scottkelly136@gmail.com or 910-264-8112

CHARLENE AND THE BLUEGRASS CHARLATANS

The Charlatans are: Spence Hayden (keyboards, vocals), Jamie Hoover (doghouse bass and vocals), John Tatum (guitar and vocals) and Ken Tatum (banjo and vocals).

By now you’re wondering who Charlene is. Arguably the star of the show, Charlene is the name given to Hoover’s upright bass.

Charlene and the Bluegrass Charlatans is comprised of a powerhouse of seasoned musicians, offering a diverse, “Grassicana” Sound. A mix of progressive sounds of bluegrass and the vast genre of Americana. Their latest Long Play CD gained national attention in 2022.

Website: https://johntatum.com/charlene/

Phone: 336-416-4479

Please visit John’s website to read our great reviews and testimonials regarding our latest LPCD “She Don’t Never Fret” and to find our show schedule

TATUM/HAYDEN BLUES AND BLUEGRASS SOUL REVIEW

John Tatum: Guitar, Vocals

Spencer Hayden: Keyboards, Vocals

John and Spence started their journey together around eight years ago, hosting open mic for the Silver Coast winery and later, at the Dead-End Saloon and recently the Tiki Tavern, Southport. Both have an extensive pro-music bio and have performed with some heavy hitters. Their “Full Band Sound” and diverse song list has been a favorite to all and the way they shred the guitar and piano is unparalleled!

Website: https://johntatum.com/tatum-hayden/

Tel: 336-416-4479

Please visit John’s website for more info and their show schedule

Dulcimer Dan

Dulcimer Dan is a self taught hammered dulcimer player whose recordings have sold over one million CDs without a record label. Among his national TV appearances, he was featured on the QVC shopping channel representing products from North Carolina and in that appearance sold 12,000 CDs in four and a half minutes. Dan was featured in a live

broadcast of the Billy Graham radio show and he has performed many times at the North Carolina Governor’s Mansion and the Duke University President’s House. Dan also created the theme music for the Emmy Award winning PBS gardening show “Making It Grow.” And his music was even used by NASA as wake up music for the space shuttle astronauts.

Dan can be reached by calling 919-562-0893.

DEEP CREEK SOUL

Scott Pease - Drums, Vocals

Sandra Waddell - Vocals

Joey Walton - Bass

Michael Mitchem - Guitar, Vocals

Deep Creek Soul is a blues and rock-based quartet from Southport. Pulling from musical stylings of the 60s through present day, Deep Creek Soul has crafted a distinct, dynamic sound that engages audiences of all ages and musical tastes. This blend of music with tight, hard-hitting beats, soaring vocals and dynamic transitions is the hallmark that has made Deep Creek Soul a local favorite. Members Scott Pease, Joey Walton, Sandra Waddell and Michael Mitchem have been playing together for years in various projects in the Southport/OKI area. They seized the opportunity to play together as a full-time band in 2021, and haven’t looked back. The high-energy blend of blues, soul and rock keep the crowds coming back to an ever-evolving, hard hitting show.

Schedule:

May 12, 7 pm — 49th Street Grill Bar & Patio, Oak Island

June 10, 8 pm — The Lazy Turtle, Oak Island

Contact Info:

Deep Creek Soul can be found on the web at https://facebook.com/deepcreeksoul. For booking, contact via email at deepcreelsoul@gmail.com.

LOCKWOOD RIVER BAND

Denis Desloge - lead guitar & vocals

Scott Dilley - bass guitar & vocals

Jim Ilardi - keyboards

Alan Nelson - rhythm guitar & vocals

Tom Saffioti - drums

Formed in 2016, these residents of a Brunswick County community found each other through their shared love of music from the classic rock era. Seven years later, five of the original band members are still going strong. The band prides itself on its eclectic song selections from the 60s thru the 90s and strong vocal harmonies.

Lockwood River Band plays songs you know that you generally won’t hear other bands perform.

Email: lockwoodwrp@gmail.com

Facebook: LockwoodRiverBand

Instagram: lockwood_river_band

Website: tinyurl.com/LockwoodRiverBand

2023 Schedule

June 17 — Inlet View Bar & Grill, Shallotte Point, 6-9 pm

July 2 — NC 4th of July Festival, Southport Waterfront, 2:30-4 pm

July 15  LouLou’s, Supply (on the ICW), 6-9 pm

July 22 — Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar, Leland, 7-10 pm

Aug 26 — Inlet View Bar & Grill, Shallotte Point, 6 -9 pm

Sept 1 — LouLou’s, Supply (on the ICW),  6-9 pm

Sept 16 — Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar, Leland, 7-10 pm

Sept 24 — Southport Tap & Cellar, Southport, 4-7 pm

Oct 6 — Beach House Harley-Davidson, Shallotte, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm (tentative)

Oct 7 — Beach House Harley-Davidson, Shallotte, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm (tentative)

Oct 21 — Inlet View Bar & Grill, Shallotte Point, 6-9 pm

THE SANDY BRANCH BAND

Ken Morgan - Banjo & Vocals

Jeff Eubanks - Mandolin & Vocals

Steven Tabankin - Guitar & Vocals

Scott Dilley - Bass & Vocals

The Sandy Branch band offers up the best of traditional bluegrass and “new-grass” tunes. The songs are instantly recognizable and offer up a fun evening of music, perfect for line dancing or simply chillin and listening. They cover tunes from: Earl Scruggs, Bill Monroe, The Stanley Brothers to Steve Earle, Chris Stapleton, Gillian Welch, John Denver, The Beatles, The Byrds, John Prine and others.

For a list of upcoming dates or bookings, contact: Steven Tabankin: Stabankin@aol.com

THE FORD PROJECT

“Female Driven Rock n Roll”!

Lorna Ford - Lead Vocals

Donna Pietrogiacomo - Guitar & Vocals

Steven Tabankin - Guitar & Vocals

Dennis Hetzel - Bass & Vocals

Norm Weiss - Harp

Hailing primarily from Winding River Plantation (Supply) and Leland...The Ford Project brings a refreshing mix of Classic Rock, Country and contemporary music driven by lead singer Lorna Ford’s dynamic vocal styling. They cover artists ranging from Heart, Bonnie Raitt, Fleetwood Mac, Lady Gaga Sheryl Crow,  Blondie, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Elle King, Grace Potter,

Grace Slick, Journey, Dolly and more!

Check out The Ford Project’s summer schedule at: Facebook pages: The Ford Project; Ladyfinger

contact:

Ladyfinger.ILM@gmail.com

FordProjectNC@gmail.com

Stabankin@aol.com

UP THE CREEK

Dawn Drabble, vocals and rhythm

Ted Todorov, guitar and vocals

Bring together an accomplished guitarist and savvy singer and you will find Up the Creek, a collaboration of next-door neighbors living along Southport’s Price’s Creek. Now in its third year and growing in reputation, Up the Creek covers songs from the 50s to today, pop/rock and jazzing it up. Come listen to an eclectic setlist and remember songs from your heyday to sing-along, tap your feet, and dance the time away.

Up the Creek will be celebrating America’s birthday at Carolina Crab Brewing Co. on Sunday, July 2, 1-4 pm. On Thursday, Aug 3, 7 pm, we will be hosting Open Mic at American Fish.

Up the Creek is available for private functions and events and look forward to making your next party special with live music everyone will enjoy.

Contact Information:

Email: d2t2music@gmail.com

Facebook: Up the Creek SPT

DAVE’S NOT HOME

Dave’s Not Home is comprised of band members Shawn Duncan (vocals/guitar); Denny Del Prete (drums/background vocals); Roy Sykes, Jr. (bass, vocals); and their new addition this year, Michael Capezzone (vocals, guitar). After being a three-piece band for the last five years, Dave’s Not Home is excited to welcome a fourth member, adding to their rich and classic sounds, offering audiences a full range of entertainment.

Dave’s Not Home Band features the mellow sounds of classic rock and blues music. Enjoy their danceable tunes as well as nostalgic songs that are sure to bring back great memories. You never know when an original tune will make the playlist too!

Dave’s Not Home’s schedule features performances from Wilmington to Myrtle Beach plus everything in between, including many local establishments, private parties and events. Their sound exudes a wealth of experience from musicians who have been performing their entire lives and can’t wait to entertain you. So put on your dancing shoes as they love to see you on the dance floor showing off your best dance moves!

For booking information contact Denny Del Prete at 954243-6908.

52ND STREET BAND

Tom Bowman - Musical Director, Guitar, Vocals

Sharon Black - Vocals, Percussion

Kurt Kulpa - Guitar

Randy Case - Drums

T.L. Smith - Bass Guitar

We are a band that started by meeting up on the Beach at the 52nd Street Beach Access, finding that each had musical interests. One evening, we met at a garage and some magic happened. We come from varied musical backgrounds and areas of the country. Our mainstay of music is Classic Rock with a few Funk Tunes sprinkled in. We try to play music that audiences identify with and can easily join in to sing and dance with us!

“Musicians from The 52nd Street Band have a mission of creating FUN for our Island Paradise! We Celebrate Music!”

Upcoming Performance Dates

(Oak Island World Tour)

May 6 — Lazy Turtle, Oak Island

May 19 — Moose Lodge, Oak Island

May 28 — Elks Lodge, Oak Island

June 3 — Second Wind, Oak Island

June 16 — American Fish, Southport

June 24 — Lazy Turtle, Oak Island

June 25 — Southport Tap & Cellar, Southport

June 30 — Moose Lodge, Oak Island

July 14 — Second Wind, Oak Island

Aug 12 — Moose Lodge, Oak Island

Oct 7 — Middleton Park, Oak Island

Nov 3 — Moose Lodge, Oak Island

FACEBOOK: The 52nd Street Band

WEBSITE: (although not totally developed yet): THE52NDSTREETBAND.COM

CONTACT: T.L. Smith- Bass Player 303 NE 52nd Street Oak Island, NC 29465

tlsmithoki@gmail.com

704-858-4284

THE RIVERHOUSE RAMBLERS

Tina Nelson - Vocals & Percussion

Steven Tabankin - Guitar & Vocals

Ken Morgan - Guitar, Banjo & Vocals

Dennis Hetzel - Bass & Vocals

Norm Weiss - Harp

The Riverhouse Ramblers provide the best in acoustic  classic rock-era music. Excellent vocal blends mixed with acoustic guitars and harp provide listeners with an easy listening experience, a perfect fit for Southport’s laid back waterfront bars and outdoor venues. Artist covered: Moody Blues, The Byrds, Beatles, Eagles, Poco, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffett and more!

Contact:

Steven Tabankin

Stabankin@aol.com

914-772-1216

LOUISE GILBERT DUO

Marie (vocals) / Jimmy (guitar/vocals)

We bring an eclectic and harmony-laced mix of popular acoustic cover songs to bars, restaurants, and parties in Brunswick County, including the music of The Eagles, Stevie Nicks, The Civil Wars, Kenny Chesney, Amy Winehouse, Bob Seger, Rolling Stones, and so many more artists.

We’ve played scheduled gigs at Feast OIB in Ocean Isle Beach and Barn & Beach Designs in Southport, and we regularly play open mic events at Second Wind and OKI Deli & Pub in Oak Island, as well as American Fish Company in Southport.

Availability: generally weekends and evenings Facebook: facebook.com/louisegilbertduo

R&R

We do classics and new music to get you moving and shaking. We are about audience engagement ... sing-alongs, etc.! We complement each other well and players refer to us as “strong and tight.” Our tag line: “Everyone Needs A Little R&R!”

FB Page: R&R Music

For Bookings: Ronnie Weinstein 703-863-1311

THE JOJO BOOMER BAND

Our trio consists of Paul DiGiuseppi, Lady Faye Floyd and myself Joe Potente. We play soft rock for all occasions, from the Beatles to Tom Petty, and anything in between. The venues we’ve played so far — American Fish Company, Lazy Turtle, Franklin Park, Southport Spring Festival, as well as some local parties.

May 8 — Southport Coffee Co. & Kitchen 12-3.

I can be reached at 540-710-4695 for more info

CAT-A-TONIC

Carla Edstrom - Lead vocals

Brien Sandstrom - Bass, vocals, sound

Champ St Amand - Guitar, vocals,

Steve Merritt - Drums, percussion

Jeff Hanke - keyboard, harmonica, mandolin, vocals

Cat-a-tonic is a multi-genre band that has been playing regularly since 2020 in many repeat venues and private events around southeastern NC and SC. Members are professionally trained in their craft and share a common love of playing good music and setting a tight, dynamic musical groove. Their unique brand of entertainment fuses a female lead singer with a vibrant multi-octave vocal range, a tight rhythm section with an energetic drummer and a strong bass guitar to support the beat, a multitalented Keyboard/mandolin/harmonica player, and a dynamic guitar player who is versatile in many genres. Catatonic’s song list includes more than 100 songs including some original music, country, blues, rock, Motown, pop, jazz, dance, and favorites from the American Songbook. With the ability to play as a trio or as a four or 5-piece band, Catatonic can play in most venues, from small intimate settings to large events.

Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/catatonicbandsptnc/about

For booking info: Carla Edstrom 910-889-9029

2023 Events:

May 7 — St. James Pickleball Fundraiser

May 27 — N. Myrtle Beach RV Resort 6-9 pm

June 11 — Lazy Pirate Carolina Beach 7-11 pm

June 22 — American Fish Open Mic 7-10 pm

July 9 — Tap and Cellar, Southport 2-5 pm

Sept 29 — Private St. James, Girl’s Night Out 2, 6-9 pm

GARRET WHEELER

Garret Wheeler was born in North Carolina and has had a strong affinity for music since an early age. Growing up in a musical household, Garret quickly took to music and began experimenting with various instruments until finally discovering the bass guitar at the age of 14. Over the next few years, he began playing with several different bands, leading to the creation of The Cliff Wheeler Band, which is led by his father. As the band began playing regularly, Garret essentially became the opening act, beginning each show with a set of solo acoustic performances. These performances included songs by artists such as The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Led Zeppelin, as well as Garret’s own original songs. As he began receiving positive feedback from his opening sets, Garret began booking shows of his own and now plays regularly, while still performing with The Cliff Wheeler Band.

Schedule:

Ocean Crest Pier: May 14, May 24, June 6, June 16, June 28, July 7, July 12, Aug 8, Aug 17, Sept 6, Sept 10, Sept 27, Oct 18

Grape and Ale: Nov 11

LUNASEA

Janice Pederson - Vocals

Ben White - Guitar, Keyboard & Vocals

Steve Privott - Lead Guitar

Juliann Knott - Saxophone

Maxie Washington - Trumpet

Tom Daniels - Trombone, Keyboards & Vocals

Bob Gentile - Bass & Vocals

Rick Kranz - Drums & Digital Percussion

LunaSea is a dynamic rock & soul band based in Coastal Carolina, known for their energetic and fun-filled performances. The band has a unique sound and style that is sure to get any audience dancing and singing along. With a passion for music, LunaSea has become a popular choice for concerts, festivals, private events, and fundraisers. They have garnered a strong following, thanks to their catchy tunes and engaging live shows. LunaSea has also been known to support causes that they believe in, such as Samara’s Village, a non-profit organization that helps families in need. With their amazing music, LunaSea has earned high praise from fans and organizations alike. LunaSea won the prestigious 2023 Maggie Award for being the most popular band! If you want to experience a great rock show, LunaSea is the band to see!

For our up to date schedule check out our website: https://lunasearockers.com/ For booking information: https://lunasearockers.com/booking-info

PARLAY

Parlay is a 4-piece band consisting of Allan Cheatham on Drums, Haylie Long on Bass and Keys, Jamie Dooley on Guitar and Dirk Mercer on Guitar.  All four members sing and

most of their songs feature true three-part harmony.

Parlay is a local Brunswick County Band who has been up and down the seaboard from Wilmington to South Myrtle Beach in their brief two-year existence. The bands setlist knows no limits as they specialize in Classic Rock, 80s and 90s Rock, Modern Dance Tunes, Blues, 90s and Modern Country.

TRACI BULLOCK-BRESS

I am not a part of a band, but I am a performer at the Amuzu Theater. I have also had the pleasure of singing at to events for Be The One Organization. I was raised here in Brunswick County and I have been singing since I was three years old. I have been married to my wonderful husband, Danny Bress, for seven years and have three beautiful children. Singing is my number one passion, but I give all the credit to God. I tell everyone that it is HIS gift and I just get to borrow it! Lol

My next performances will be at The Historic Amuzu Theater on May 12-14.

Impressment Laws

Brunswick Civil War Round Table Meets

Wilmington’s

and North Carolina’s unique participation involving slavery will be the focus of the 13th anniversary meeting of the Brunswick Civil War Round Table on Tuesday, May 2. The presentation is entitled, “Raising Corn, Embankments, and a Little Hell: Impressed Labor and the Wilmington Fortifications.” The guest speaker is Jaime Amanda Martinez, Professor and Chair in the Department of History at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Everyone is welcome. This will be the last monthly meeting before the summer break, so please join us. Registration begins at 6:15 and the program starts at 7 pm. The visitor fee is $10 and can be applied toward the $25 annual membership dues.

The presentation begins with an overview of impressment laws enacted in North Carolina in the summer of 1862, lasting throughout the war. Impressment was the legislated policy of the Confederate government to seize food, fuel, slaves, and other commodities to meet the needs of the Confederate army. Slave impressment was officially enacted in the March 1863 Impressment Act, which allowed the government to force slave holders to surrender control of their slave populations in order to defend the Confederate states. Despite protests from slave

owners, slave impressment proved critical in allowing the Confederate government to shore up fortifications and keep the war machine churning out arms and ammunition until the end of the war.

The summer of 1864 became a key point in time when North Carolina Governor Zebulon Vance was running for

re-election. At question was his level of support for the war effort. This involved the Confederate government centralizing slave impressment, and Vance’s concern for the fate of enslaved men impressed to work at Wilmington, while the grain planters needed their labor at home. As a result, American Indian men were impressed as laborers, leading to armed conflict between Lumbee men and the North Carolina Home Guard in Robeson County by the end of the war.

Martinez arrived at UNCP in 2008 shortly after completing her Ph.D. at

the University of Virginia. Her first book is entitled “Confederate Slave Impressment in the Upper South.” She is a frequent speaker at Fort Fisher events to talk about the role of enslaved, free black, and American Indian men in building the Wilmington fortifications, and she is a member of the North Carolina Historical Highway Marker Advisory Committee.

For more information about the meeting, becoming a member, or volunteering for this non-profit organization of 1,000+ members, please contact president John Butler at Brunswickcwrt@gmail.com, or call him at 404-229-9425. You can also Brunswickcivilwarroundtable.com or the group’s Facebook page for additional information, news, and updates.

DRY STREET PUB & PIZZA

KEY LIME PIE

HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD

ART BEAT

A Stand-Up Musician

Southport’s Favorite Bassist Ellen Dorsett

STORY BY CARLA EDSTROM

Upright bass, bass violin, double bass, standup bass, contrabass, bass fiddle...it may be called many different names, but it’s all the same instrument. The bass is a traditional orchestra’s largest and lowest-pitched string instrument, with the only exception being the octobass which is the size of a tiny house and very rare. The bass is usually played with a bow or plucked with the fingers depending on the type of music played. You are correct if you think that men are the predominant players of the bass. But many women have also mastered playing bass and hauling it around orchestra pits and theaters. One such woman is local bassist Ellen Dorsett. It was 63 years ago, when, as a sophomore in high school, Ellen started playing the upright double bass in Greensboro, NC.

“In Junior High, I was a majorette with the marching band and wanted to continue that in high school, but they had a rule that you had to play an instrument in the band in order to be a majorette,” she said. “Since I had been playing violin from age 10 and piano from age 8, I picked up the bass in the Concert Band, which qualified me to be a majorette. I fell in love with the bass but continued to play violin

in the orchestra.”

Having the opportunity to study music in Greensboro, where they have a lot of support from the colleges nearby and excellent music programs in the school system, was a blessing to Ellen. “That afforded me opportunities for additional studies and to play violin with the Greensboro Orchestra, now Symphony,” she said. “After high school, I attended Converse College in Spartanburg, SC, where I first played violin and then bass. The music program there was one of the best and again afforded me the opportunity to play with the Chamber Orchestra and accompany the Opera Workshop. I didn’t finish school as I got married and moved to Southport. But I did get to play a Stradivarius violin while there.”

Growing up in a musical family, Ellen was surrounded by music from a young age. “My Dad was a major inspiration. He had an ‘Orchestra’ in the late 30s and early 40s, in the days of Big Bands. He could play most of the band instruments. His sister had her own ‘Orchestra’ and played violin and piano. Mom played piano and made sure we had musical opportunities to explore. The violin I played until a couple of years ago and still have was my great grandfather’s.”

With Ellen’s many years of experience

playing, she offers excellent advice to all beginning bass players. She encourages all players to practice and learn everything they can about their instrument to be complete players. “While being able to ‘play along’ is a great talent, it will take you only so far, but still learn to do it. Learn to read music, play with a bow, music theory…etc. Play electric bass. Play all genres of music. Do all of this, and you’ll be ‘the real deal’,” she said.

Playing in bands and attending festivals and music workshops is a fantastic way to learn new skills and meet others with the same musical enthusiasm. “One of the highlights of my year is attending the NC Jazz Festival in Wilmington every year for 40 years. As a patron, you can sit in and play a couple of tunes with the pros at a Saturday brunch. Therefore, I have had the pleasure of playing with some of the best musicians in the world…and I mean the world. Also, I get to play some fantastic

basses as the bass players are generous and let me do so.”

And meeting those famous bass players creates lifetime memories and great stories. “One year, when bass player Milt Hinton was at the Jazz Festival, I told him I had a couple of measures of ‘slap bass’ coming up in a concert and could he give me any tips. So, he took me out in the hall and gave me a personal ‘slap bass’ lesson. He is the best ‘slap bass’ player I have ever heard, and also a wonderful gentleman and photographer. He let me play his bass in the jam session. As I took hold of the bass, it said, ‘Tell me what we’re playing.’ I told it, and it said, ‘OK, I’ve got you.’ It literally played itself,” she said. “Another time, I had played in the pro-am jam and was talking with bass player Bobby Haggart. He commented that the chart I had played was pretty boring, and he asked if he could write me another one. So, of course, I said yes, if he would sign it. So, he did, and I still have it and play it at every gig we do — “Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans.”

Ellen currently plays her bass in many groups around southeastern North Car-

olina. “Other groups I play with are numerous, including Wyckoff Orchestra at Trinity United Methodist Church, River Rascals Dixieland Band, Le Groupe Du Jour, pit bands, accompanying small and large groups, anywhere a double bass is needed,” she said. “The Brunswick Concert Band was formed in 1987. Many of us had been playing for years as pit bands for pageants, Sea Notes Choral Society, and little theater events being pulled together by the late Dr. C. Richard Conrad. We were having so much fun that we formed the Concert Band. Several years later, approximately in 2005, the Big Band came together. I was a charter member of both and still playing with both. There is only one string bass in each band. Occasionally an electric bass will join us when it is called for in the music.”

You can see Ellen perform with theBrunswick Concert Band at the group’s spring concert, ‘Out Of This World,’ on May 6, at 3 pm at Hatch Auditorium, Fort Caswell and May 7, 3 pm at Odell Williamson Auditorium, Brunswick Community College. http://www.brunswickbands.org/

Home & Lifestyle Show

Southport-Oak Island Chamber Event

STORY CONTRIBUTED

Ifyou’re one of our newer residents, or you just want to keep up with the new business serving our coastal community, check out the third annual Coastal Home & Lifestyle Showcase, Saturday, May 13 from 10 am to 1 pm at Middleton Park Ext., 4610 E. Dolphin Drive, Oak Island. This outdoor show will highlight approximately 45 businesses that specialize in home maintenance and repair, outdoor living and supporting a healthy and active lifestyle. There will also be music by Nowcat and food by Dutch Girl Dogs.

The event is open to the public and admission is free. The Town of Oak Island will suspend paid parking in the area adjacent to Middleton Park from 10 am-1 pm on Saturday, May 13 for area residents to attend the Coastal Home & Lifestyle Showcase.  The area adjacent to Middleton Park includes town parking lots and designated parking slips

between SE 46th Street East to SE 49th Street.

“The Coastal Home & Lifestyle Showcase provides an opportunity for residents and second homeowners to connect with many of the area businesses that provide home and lifestyle products and services in a fun and casual setting,” said Karen Sphar, event organizer and

executive vice president of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. “This annual event is one of the ways the Chamber fulfills its mission of creating opportunities for the local business community and supports the residents in our area.”

The Coastal Home & Lifestyle Showcase is an event of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce and is sponsored by Salt Air Heating & Cooling, Southport Magazine and The State Port Pilot. For more information about the showcase please call 910-457-6964 or email events@southport-oakisland.com.

CALENDAR

May

We’ve included events here that are listed as scheduled, but please remember that all events, dates and times are subject to change.

MAY 2

Brunswick Civil War Round Table

The last session before summer hiatus features Jaime Amanda Martinez, Professor and Chair in the Department of History at UNC-Pembroke with a discussion on “Raising Corn, Embankments, and a Little Hell: Impressed Labor and the Wilmington Fortifications.” The Round Table meets at Hatch Auditorium, 100 Caswell Beach Road. Registration starts at 6:15 pm, and the cost is $10, which can be applied toward the $25 annual membership dues.

MAY 3

(and Wednesdays through the season)

Summer Market — Southport

Southport’s open air market kicks off for the season — shop for local produce, baked goods, flowers and herbs, and arts and crafts. The market runs 9 am to 2 pm on Wednesdays through the summer in Franklin Square Park (Howe and E. West Streets).

MAY 4

Brunswick County Free Shred Event

9 am - Noon at the Brunswick County Government Complex, Bolivia

This shred event is free and open to all Brunswick County residents and property owners. No more than 5 boxes per resident will be allowed. Please have your items bagged/boxed and ready to be shredded. Staff will be on-site to empty the bags/boxes into the shredder. All bags/boxes will be returned after they are emptied.

MAY 5-6

Yard Sale and Bake Sale

The Oak Island Senior Center will host a yard sale/bake sale 8 am to 2 pm at the Center, 5918 E. Oak Island Drive.

MAY 7

Red White and Blue Shrimparoo

This fundraiser for the 4th of July Festival kicks off at 4 pm. The evening includes music, good food, and a raffle, all

with a beautiful backdrop at the American Fish Co., 150 Yacht Basin in Southport. Tickets are $55 in advance or $75 at the door; visit www.nc4thofjuly.com to buy tickets.

MAY 9

Southport Historical Society Second Tuesday Talk with Jake Grossman

Margaret & James Harper Jr Library, 109 W. Moore St., Southport

Jake Grossman is the educator and collections coordinator at the Old Baldy Foundation. His presentation will profile a few U.S. women lighthouse keepers. such as Hannah Thomas, Rebecca Long, and Catherine Moore, among others — women who picked up responsibility to keep the lights burning when the male keeper could not. This is a free event, no reservations required

MAY 10

Daughters of the American Revolution meeting

The Brunswick Town Chapter NSDAR will meet at 10 am in person and by Zoom. Catered lunch follows the meeting. The guest speaker is Judy Caison, District 7 Chair for North Carolina DAR. She will also install the chapter’s new officers for 2023-24. Guests are welcome to attend. For full details on the meeting, lunch and more information on the organization, contact Regent Martha Koletar, mkoletar@aol.com or Registrar Jane Johnson,jjatbhi@bellsouth.net.

MAY 12-14

Let’s Go to the Movies: A Live Musical Revue at the Historic Amuzu Theatre

Talented musicians and singers bring all our favorites from moves, starting with “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” in 1939 and more recent classics from “Rent” and “Purple Rain.” You’ll hear selections from “West Side Story” and “The Sound of Music,” and much more. Tickets are available at Color Me Carolina on Long Beach Road and Ricky Evans Gallery on Howe Street in Southport. Show times are 7:30 pm Friday and Saturday, and 3 pm on Sunday; the theatre is at 111 N. Howe St.

MAY 13

Coastal Home and Lifestyle Showcase

See how local businesses can make your coastal lifestyle dreams come true.

Businesses will be set up at Oak Island’s Middleton Park fields, SE 46th Street and Dolphin Drive from 10 am to 1 pm.

MAY 13

History in Miniature: Using Models to Visualize the Past

Wilmington Plastic Modelers Club will be holding a meeting of club members at the Maritime Museum in Southport. Club members will have all types of ships, planes, tanks, and cars on display, some in various states of construction. Browse their creations and ask questions about the modeler’s art and find out tips for painting and displaying the models. If you have a model you would like help with, bring it with you and have the members of the WPMC give you advice. This free event is 1-4 pm at the Museum, 204 E. Moore St.

MAY 15

History of Scent with Desiree Bridge

Indian Trail Meeting Hall,113 West Moore St., Southport

Join the Southport Historical Society, 10 am, and learn what scented ingredients our ancestors would have used for rituals, attracting a partner, or medical treatment. People have always been aware of the power of aromatics, but throughout history our preferred scents have changed depending on the dependability of ingredients as well as a culture’s changing taste. During this talk, we will be able to smell various fragrances based on popular perfumes from ancient times to the creation of modern chemical compounds.

Free. Open to all, no reservations required.

MAY 18

Meet the Author — Harper Library

Author Robert Remail will discuss “The Diary of Dusty Fisher” — two parts country music, two parts love, one part insanity. The discussion is 2 pm at Harper Library, 109 W. Moore St., Southport. Register at the Library or call 910-4576237.

MAY 19

Eggstravaganza (rescheduled) — Boiling Spring Lakes

Children 10 and younger can collect eggs and treats and meet with the Easter bunny. The BSL Fire Department will

be cooking hot dogs and hamburgers, and the Parlay band will perform. The event is 5-6 pm at Spring Lake Park, 210 Pine Road.

MAY 20

Deep Dive Into History: Textiles and Dyeing

10 am - 3 pm at NC Maritime Museum at Southport, Free

History is most definitely not a black and white subject! From costly indigo from the tropics to humble madder roots from the Mediterranean, explore the dyestuffs that help fuel global economies and bring color to our lives.

MAY 22

Oak Island Farmers & Artisans Market

The Market opens for the season, with plenty of fresh produce, all sorts of unique items from local artisans, locally-made granola, fresh-squeezed lemonade — maybe even treat yourself to some caramel corn! The Market operates 8 am to 1 pm on Mondays through the season at the Middleton park fields (across from the ocean!), SE 46th Street and Dolphin Drive.

MAY 22

Meet the Author — 801 Ocean Drive

The Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island host this meet the author event at 801 Ocean Events Center, 801 Ocean Drive, 2 pm, featuring Wilmington author Dana Sachs, a journalist, novelist, and cofounder of a non-profit called Humanity Now: Direct Refugee Relief. Sachs will discuss her latest non-fiction book. “All Else Failed: The Unlikely Volunteers at The Heart of the Migrant Crisis.” Registration is required; call Barbee Library at 910-278-4283 to register.

MAY 22

City of Southport Hurricane Expo

5 pm, Southport Community Building, 223 E. Bay St.

Are you ready for Hurricane Season? Hear panel discussions on a variety of topics from Evacuation and Re-entry to Preserving Valuable Personal Records.

MAY 25

Rock With Us on the Southport Waterfront

Enjoy a free concert by the Back Porch Rockers performing on the Garrison House Lawn from 6-8 pm during this benefit for the Friends of the NC Maritime Museum at Southport. Enter a raffle for the coveted Trunks of Grog or other valuable treasures!

MAY 23

Spelling Bee

The Brunswick County Literacy Council hosts its annual Spelling Bee Fundraiser at Odell Williamson Auditorium on the Brunswick Community College Campus, 150 College Road NE, Bolivia. Teams of two compete for bragging rights. Doors open at 5:30 pm, leaving plenty of time to get your bids in on loads of silent auction items.

MAY 23

Brunswick Partnership for Housing Fundraiser

The Salty Dawgs band performs 6-8 pm at the American Fish Co., 150 Yacht Basin Drive. Doors open at 5 pm, and tickets are $50. Food will be provided by The Frying Pan and there will be a raffle as well. Brunswick Partnership for Housing (BPH) is a nonprofit organization in Brunswick County addressing the needs of homeless families and individuals seeking housing and advocating for affordable housing. To buy tickets, please contact Steve Moore at 919-601-2765, stevenam70@gmail.com or Susan Crabtree at 267-235-6132, susan-crabtree@ hotmail.com.

MAY 25 - MAY 28

Fly on a fully restored 1928 Ford Tri-Motor Airliner, weather permitting. Call 877-952-5395 or visit flytheford.org for flight times and to purchase tickets. On Saturday, there will be a pancake breakfast from 8:30-11 am and there will be a car show and children’s activities that day, along with music from The Back Porch Rockers from 10 am to noon.

MAY 26

Cape Fear A Capella at Harper Library

The group performs at Harper Library, 109 W. Moore St., with a program entitled America Sings! Selections range from Yankee Doodle to Billy Joel and many songs in between that make up the musical fabric of American life, according to the Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island website, https://

folsoi.org.

MAY 31

An Evening of Celebration and Excitement

6:30 pm, Garrison House Lawn, Free

Bring a lawn chair and join the Southport Historical Society for an outdoor program along the beautiful Cape Fear River. Meet on the Garrison lawn and enjoy the Salubrious Breezes to celebrate the Commemorative Bricks, plus the exciting kickoff of the online Vintage Historic Marker Auction! See the additions to the Fort Johnston Commemorative Brick Walkway. Plus, all fifteen historical markers will be on display to help you choose which one you want to own as your personal piece of Southport history.

JUNE 3

Ride the Tide — Oak Island

This 5.2 mile float starts at the Oak Island Recreation Center, 3003 E. Oak Island Drive, and comes ashore at Blue Water Point Marina. The float is open to paddlers 13 and older, and the cost is $25. Email gordon@oakislandnc.gov or call 910-278-4747 for more information.

Ongoing Events

Summer Market — Southport

Wednesdays through the season, Southport’s open air market boasts local produce, baked goods, flowers and herbs, and arts and crafts, all under majestic live oak trees. The market runs 9 am to 2 pm in Franklin Square Park (Howe and E. West Streets).

Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island

The Libraries are open Monday through Friday, 9 am - 6 pm. The Barbee branch is also open 9 am to 1 pm on Saturdays. The Once More used bookstore, at Southport Realty (727 N. Howe St.), with new-to-you books, is open Monday through Friday from 1-3 pm and Saturdays 10 am to noon.

Barbee Library, 8200 E. Oak Island Drive: Call 910-278-4283 for details on children’s story time and other programs.

Harper Library, 109 W. Moore St, Southport: The Lifelong Learners program meets at Harper Library on

Wednesdays, 10 am. Children’s story time is 10 am on Mondays.

NC Maritime MuseumsSouthport, 204 E. Moore St.

Hours are 10 am to 4 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays. Sensory Saturdays (low light and quiet time in the museum) are the first Saturday of the month, 10 am to noon. The Third Tuesday program, May 16, is “Competing Visions of the Post-War World: Military Reconstruction & Southern Resistance in North Carolina” with Dr. Angie Zombek (7-8 pm at the Southport Community Building; registration is required). Visit www. ncmaritimemuseum.com to register for special programs.

First Friday Gallery Walk — Southport

Stroll among the Southport galleries, stop in and say hello and browse among local artists’ works. The walk is 5-7 pm on the first Friday of the month.

Bingo at the Elks Lodge

Bingo games on the second and fourth Tuesdays at the Lodge, 106 E Dolphin Drive, Oak Island. Games are open to the public; no one under 16 and no outside food or drinks allowed. Doors open to the public at 5:45 pm with games starting at 6:30pm. Snacks and drinks available for purchase (cash or checks only). Progressive Jackpot and winner take all coverall.

FRANKLIN SQUARE ART GALLERY

The Gallery has two featured artists for May — Prentiss Halladay and Linda Drye; the Gallery is open 10 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday and can be found at 130 E. West St., next to Franklin Square Park. The May lectures will cover Matisse, Hopper and Diebenkorn on May 3 and Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera on May 17; both start at 3 pm and the cost is $15.

Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson

State Historic Site

8884 St. Philip’s Rd. SE, Winnabow

There is plenty to do and see outside, with historic ruins, great information on the site’s history, and some of the most beautiful riverfront property in the County. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Concert Series - Oak Island

Middleton Park fields, SE 46th Street and Dolphin Drive

Bring chairs or a blanket, shows start at 6:30 pm

May 26 — Blackwater Band

June 2 — Christine Martinez Band

June 9 — Autumn Tyde

June 16 — Old Man Mafia Band

June 23 — The Entertainers

THE PUB OF SOUTHPORT

1513 N. Howe St., Suite 10

May 12 — Double Cherry Pie

May 19 — David Condon

May 26 — Casey Cotton

American Fish Co

150 Yacht Basin Drive, Southport

May 5 — Rose Hill Resurrection: An Allman Brothers Tribute Band

May 6 — The Feebs

May 7 — R&R

La Polena

201 River Dr.

May12 -- Michael Allen Harrison; 6-8 pm

River Hotel of Southport

706 E. Moore St.

6-8 pm with food trucks on site

May 4 -- Double Cherry Pie

May 11 -- Tyler Samuel

May 11 -- Double Cherry Pie

May 25 -- Good Times Duo

Don’t see your event or location listed? Try as we might, we don’t catch everything, so to be sure to be included send your events to lisa@ southportmag.com before the 20th of each month! Thank you!

602 N. LORD STREET, SOUTHPORT

2 bed | 1 bath | $298,500 Adorable

Southport Cottage On A Corner Lot in the heart of this unique and very special waterfront, historic town. Living in ‘’Southport Proper’’ gives you the ability to walk & bike to nearby waterfront, restaurants, parks, shops, boutiques, gardens, museums and the marina. This home has a family room, dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms and one bathroom. It would be a great opportunity for a ‘flip’ or to remodel it with your own small-town spin ! Southport is golf-cart friendly and offers you nearby access to the Cape Fear River, the Atlantic Ocean, shopping and dining. Southport, NC. is a true treasure of the South ! Southport has received several awards, including ‘’Happiest Seaside Towns in America’’ by Coastal Living Magazine & featured in movies such as ‘’Safe Haven’’ by Nicholas Sparks. This cottage was built in 1950 and sits on a really great corner lot. Call Katherine Wooten, Southport Realty, Inc., for more details, (910) 620-8962.

2586 BELLAMY DRIVE, SEA VIEW.

3bed | 2 bath | $425,000. WATERFRONT

COMMUNITY!! This AMAZING ‘’to-bebuilt’’ home is on a DOUBLE LOT and is near the dock & pier on the Intracoastal Waterway! A concrete pad underneath offers plenty of room for parking your boat, trailer, small camper, jet skis or vehicles under this piling home with porches on the front & back of the house to enjoy all of the natural views. The home has a vaulted ceiling line running through the open concept living & dining space. The kitchen will be built with white Shaker style soft-close style cabinetry and showcases a ‘coffee & wine’ bar area beside the pantry plus floating butcher block shelves secured with trendy industrial accents. Large vanities with double sinks enhance both bathrooms with a walk-in shower in the master bath. The pictures on the listing are an example of homes that the builder has completed in this area & includes an enclosed storage area and an outdoor shower. The Sabal Palm Cottage is located in the Sea View Community 3 miles from the Holden Beach Bridge where you can launch your boat from the NC Public Wildlife ramp, located centrally between Wilmington, NC and Myrtle Beach, SC. The Sea View Community has its own private gated dock on the ICW and a gated community pool, exclusive to homeowners. Call Katherine Wooten, Southport Realty, Inc., for more details, (910) 620-8962.

town of Southport. This lot is being sold as a Lot/Home package with home to be built by custom home builder; Wes Cross. Plan to include 3 bedrooms 2 1/2 baths, open floor plan, hardwood floors throughout main living areas and master bedroom, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and solid surface countertops, beautiful trim work and more! Take advantage of this great opportunity so you can pick out all of your finishes and design your home from the start! Give us a call so you can begin building your dream home today. Call Sarah Smith, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 443-8000 for more information.

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4909 B-34 FISH FACTORY ROAD, $175,000. RARE Opportunity - 50’ Wet Slip. B-34. Safe Harbor Marina at South Harbour Village is a luxury full-service marina along the Intracoastal Waterway between Southport and Oak Island. The Marina boasts restaurants with live entertainment and a beautiful waterfront park nearby for dog walking and exercise. Electric, water, pump out, gas and diesel fuel, transient accommodations, and convenient access to the Atlantic Ocean.

N. CASWELL AVENUE, LOT 3SOUTHPORT 3 bed | 2.5 bath | listed at $594,900. Now is your chance to build your dream home on this great lot in the Historic

2272 BROOKSTONE DRIVE, BOLIVIA, NC. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a bonus room above the garage has been well maintained. The amazing backyard showcases an in-ground pool, a large screened porch, and a storage shed. Listed at $389,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS®️. Call Amy Lynn Boltz for details at 910-880-2696.

This wonderful Lowcountrystyle home in the Arboretum neighborhood of Caswell Beach has a rocking chair front porch and a layout that’s perfect for entertaining. The living room has a gas fireplace and plenty of custom-built bookcases. There’s a spacious dining room and the kitchen is built around a center island with granite and stainless-steel appliances. There’s also a den and a 4-season sunroom with beautiful views of the maritime forest for which this neighborhood is known. There’s easy access to a quiet section of the south-facing beach and the Oak Island Golf Course is just next door. Community amenities include a heated indoor pool, tennis courts and more! Listed at $659,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS®️ Call Pat Proctor at 910-523-0087 for details.

4998 ALAMANCE DRIVE SEASPRAY COVE. Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA home, custom-built by a local cabinet maker so you know the details are something you’ll want to see for yourself!  The gourmet kitchen has an island with beautiful granite and lots of storage.  The open-concept floor plan has a vaulted ceiling and great flex space over the 2-car garage. There’s even a partially fenced yard for you to enjoy! Listed at $$435,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., Realtors. Call Tami Knecht for details at 253-380-1527.

4183 VANESSA

VILLAGE Close to Oak Island, this spacious 4 BR, 2 ½ BA home has everything you are looking for! There is a one-car garage, a loft area on the second floor, and a wet bar. Nice yard and a covered deck. Close to the bridge to Oak Island and just a short drive to Southport. Listed at $380,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS. The sellers are even offering a $5,000 credit at closing for new carpet Call Karen Wirzulis at 910-319-8592 for your showing appointment today!

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Find Something Sure To Please Everyone

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

www.provisioncompany.com

Offering a la carte seafood sandwiches, conch fritters, steamed shrimp and more.

RUSTY HOOKS DOCKSIDE GRILL

4907 Fish Factory Rd Southport, (910) 477-6616

www.rustyhooksdockside.com

SEAFOOD SPECIALTY

M FISHY FISHY CAFE

106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport

910-457-1881

www.fishyfishycafe.com

A sophisticated take on the dockside seafood café, Fishy Fishy serves up plates like Buffalo shrimp, Cajun grouper bites, and Bacon Wrapped Shrimp.

M FRYING PAN

319 West Bay St., Southport

910-363-4382 -

Featuring homemade sweet potato biscuits and fried seafood, as well as other delicacies such as pan seared grouper.

M ISLAND WAY RESTAURANT

1407 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island

910-278-7770

www.islandwayres.com

Offering fine steaks, from filet mignon to flat iron, and fresh seafood, from lobster to crab cakes, with attentive service.

KOKO CABANA

705 Ocean Drive, Oak Island

(910) 933-6222

Open Tues - Sun. Seafood Specialties, Steaks, Sandwiches, Salads

MOJO’S ON THE HARBOR

16 Marina Way, Bald Head Island

910-457-7217

www.mojoontheharbor.com

Featuring Southern classics :fried pickles, shellfish steam pots to global dishes like Italian meat antipasto and Mediterraneans shrimp and grits.

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!

SWAIN SEAFOOD SHACK

5119 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, Phone: (910) 448-5056

Good food for good people. Locally caught seafood, homemade soups and salad bar.

MODERN AMERICAN

BACK TO SHUCKERS

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. (Opening in May)

EDGEWATER 122

122 Yacht Basin Dr. Southport, (910) 677-6130

Locally Sourced, Hand Crafted Food and Drink served waterfront at the Old Yacht Basin.

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

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.

SOUTHERN, A GATHERING PLACE

105 E. Brown St, Southport 910-931-0786

Elevated Southern Cuisine

SWAIN’S CUT SEAFOOD

8317 E. Oak Island Dr, (910) 933-6300

Serving fresh, local seafood and delicious and creative baked treats.

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.

WINE & BEER

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.

SOUTHPORT TAP & CELLAR

827 N. Howe St., Southport

Huge variety of draught beers, wine, adult slushies and more! Inside and outside seating. Watch our Facebook page for Foodt Truck dates!

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

Offering a wide variety of fine wines and craft beers for in-store shopping, curbside pick-up and shopping on-line. Delivering locally. Enjoy

sipping wine in the shop while admiring local art or in the courtyard. Wines are available to taste every day. Special orders welcome

BARBECUE

M SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE

1102 N. Howe St., Southport 910-363-5035

www.southportsmokehouse.com

Real wood smoked BBQ and brisket, great side items, and a great family environment.

M BAR-B-QUE HOUSE

5002 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-201-1001

www.bestbbqonthebeach.com

Hormel ribs are slow d in house and meats are offered with a variety of sauces, from Eastern NC vinegar to Lexington-style red.

CAFES,

DELIS

& GRILLS

49th STREET BAR AND GRILL

4901 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island Indoor and outside seating will a full menu.

BLUE COW GRILLE

108 Moore Street, Southport 910-363-4402

Serving specialty Burgers,.sanwiches and seafood. Lunch and Dinner

BOB’S DOGS

8903 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-3456 • www.bobsdogsoki.com

With custom hot dogs featuring an array of ingredients to homestyle sandwiches like chicken salad and burgers.

THE BREAK

5700 E. Oak Island Drive (910) 933-4734

Breakfast and lunch with an island flair

CAROLINA COASTAL CAFE

607 N. Howe Street, Southport (910) 363-4350

Full service breakfast and lunch cafe withfull coffee bar and baked goods

CHASER’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL

8520 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-1500

Enjoy BBQ sandwiches, wings, fish ‘n’ chips and more at this sports grill.

ERIC’S GRILLE

1671 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-9024

Offers old fashioned, hand patted hamburgers, plus bbq, hot dogs, chili cheese fries and breakfast sandwiches and platters.

Bahn Mi sandwich a Loco Jo’s

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

3196 George II Hwy,Boiling Spring Lakes 910-845-7700

Handmade burgers using 100% ground chuck, plus freshly cut French fries.

FIXIN’S OKI

8300 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island (910) 933-1009

Southern inspired brunch menu served thoughout the day

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!

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.

LOCO JO’S

602 N. Howe St., #E

Fresh, creative asian and American specialties with wine, beer and a now a fully stocked bar

LONERIDER AT OAK ISLAND

57th Place west, Oak Island

Lonerider Brew-Stillery outlaws bring award winning brews/bourbons and atmosphere to Oak Island. Enjoy a beer or bourbon with the outlaws, listen to live music, play outdoor games, and raise a toast to craft beer and spirits community. Enjoy delicious food with amazing views of the intercoastal. Limited release, and cool specialty beers/spirits will be available at the Hideout

MOORE DOGS AND MORE

4346 Long Beach Rd, Southport

Hot Dogs, BBQ, and MORE!

M MOORE STREET MARKET

130 E. Moore St., Southport, 910-363-4203

Open for breakfast and lunch, specializing in organic and fairtrade coffee as well as gourmet sandwiches crafted with Boar’s Head deli meats.

OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB

5422 E. Oak Island Dr., 910-278-4005

Offering hamburgers, sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, seafood and daily drink specials.

OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS

5705 E. Oak Island Dr. 910-278-9040

From BLT’s with avocado to Cajun and Reuben sandwiches, & other quality sandwiches.

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

8039 River Rd. SE, Southport

910-454-4004

Shrimp in every style, plus sandwiches; try entrées such as scampi and filet mignon.

THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR

3280 George II HWY (BSL) Southport NC

910-351-8093 www.theofficecoffeeandwinebar. com

We serve Roast Magazine’s 2016 Roaster of the year, Espresso, Coffee Drinks(Hot, Frozen, Iced) Smoothies, Variety of Red/White Wines & Craft Beer. Also Pastries, Trays, Breakfast and Lunch Wraps.

OLD BRIDGE DINER

132 Country Club Dr., Oak Island

910-250-1184

A casual diner featuring breakfast & lunch, from fluffy omelets to burgers and fried chicken sandwiches. Open 6am - 2pm.

OLDE BRUNSWICK GENERAL STORE

1450 50 Lakes Dr., Boiling Spring Lakes 910-845-2707

Made-to-order breakfast and lunch grill.

THE SAUCY SOUTHERNER

501 N Howe Street, Southport (910) 477-6065

Offering breakfast & lunch with a southern twist. Real Good Feel Good, Food.

SUNSET GRILL

5119 E. Oak Island Dr, 910-933-6137

Mediterranean Cuisine with a Lebanese influence

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.

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.

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.

JAPANESE

TENGU JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE

4956 Long Beach Rd. SE, 457-9398

Sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, hibachi, tempura and udon noodles all available.

MEXICAN

SOUTHPORT

GOURMET AND SUSHI BAR

1643 N. Howe St, Southport (910) 477-9045

Serving a varietry of home-cokked Asian specialties and featuring a full sushi bar.

TASTE OF CHINA

4956 Long Beach Rd., Southport, 457-1838

Serving Cantonese, Szechuan and Hunanstyle Chinese food.

INTERNATIONAL

M

PORTS OF CALL

116 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-4544 www.portsofcallbistro.com

Offering choices that are largely influenced by dishes from across the globe. Menu items and specials can whisk your palette from Casablanca to Barcelona, Santorini to Mumbai, and from Marseilles to Munich or Charleston. Finish with a fresh baked dessert in the romantic atmosphere.

ITALIAN

M BELLA CUCINA

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

D’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

2831 Midway Rd Ste 106 (910) 253-8151

Serving Itaiian entrees, pizza and sandwiches.

FALCONE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

5013 Southport Crossing Way, Southport 910) 363-8000

Serving home cooked Itailan specialties in a friendly atmosphere.

M JOSEPH’S ITALIAN BISTRO

5003 O’Quinn Blvd., Southport, 454-4440 www.josephsitalianbistro.com

Armed with decades of experience and “secret” family recipes, Joseph’s Italian Bistro appeals with candlelit dining and fresh Italian continental cuisine.

DELPHINA CANTINA

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.

KAI JOE’S

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 910-454-0950

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

TACO & BURITTO SHACK

3261 Hwy 87, BSL 910-351-0179

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.

PIZZERIAS

BAMBINI’S PIZZERIA

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.

BEACH ROAD PIZZA AND WINGS

4688 Long Beach Rd, Southport

Pizzas, wings, fries, desserts

DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA

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.

MO’S WOOD FIRED KITCHEN

4956 Old Long Beach Road SE ,Southport

Wood Fired Pizzas, Burgers, Salads & Wings

PIZZA SHACK

6212 E. Oak Island Dr., • 278-6781

Offering a variety of pies from classic favorites to Greek white and Hawaiian.

THE PEPPERONI GRILL

3156 George II Hwy, Boiling Spring Lakes 845-5151 • www.pepperonigrillnc.com

Offering eat in, take out and delivery. As well, offering oven toasted subs and calzones.

PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH

4320 East Beach Drive • 250-1190 www.pepperonigrillnc.com

Open 7 days a week year round. Offering eat in, take out as well as delivery.

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA

4961 Old Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 454-0757

Take-out/delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, wings & breadsticks, plus desserts.

DOMINO’S (SOUTHPORT)

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

DOMINO’S (OAK ISLAND)

5003 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island (910) 278-9111

Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizza, plus chicken & other sides.

THAI

INDOCHINE EXPRESS

1131 N. Atlantic Ave, Southport (910) 363-5072

Asian delicasies for dine-in or take-out

NOODLES AND ICE CREAM

8610 E. Oak Island Drive (910) 933-4011

Noodle bowls and other Asian slecialties with Thai ice cream.

BAKERIES/ COFFEE

BURNEY’S BAKERY

808 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4222

Known for their light and flaky filled croissants with a sweet sugar glaze, plus more.

ISLAND JO COFFEE ‘N CAFE

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

Homemade bagels, breakfast sandwiches, quiche, specialty coffees and sandwiches.

JUMPIN’ JAVA OAK ISLAND

4022 Old Bridge Rd., Southport • 363-4841

We carry a large variety of gluten free/vegan baked goods, as well as homemade coffee cakes and muffins. Delicious and decadent specialty drinks: lattes, mochas, frapps, hot chocolate, Chai teas and more.

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.

SEASIDE MERMAID

6102 E Oak Island Drive

Enjoy sweet treats, ice cream and coffee right next to Mermaid Cove. Outside seating available.

SIDE STREET BAKERY

417-A N. Howe Street, Southport 363-4629

Locals suggest the cupcakes, lemon bars, key lime pie, and carrot cake.

STAARR CAKES BAKERY

200 Country Club Dr., Suite E, Oak Island 512-8881

www.staarrcakes.com

Made from scratch cupcakes, biscuits, and pies using the finest ingredients available. Coffee supplied by an NC roaster.

ICE CREAM

CHUCK’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

5021 Southport Crossing Way, 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

Ice Cream at the Yacht Basin

HAVEN

307 N. Howe St., Southport Bites, Beer, Gelato, Wine

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.

SEASIDE MERMAID

6102 E. Oak Island Drive

Enjoy sweet treats, ice cream and coffee right next to Mermaid Cove. Outside seating available.

SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR

201 N. Howe St., Southport, 477-9117

More than just ice cream, Spike’s offers great hot dogs as well.

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!

SOUTHPORT SUZIE’S

4956 Old Long Beach Rd. Suite 1, Southport 910-363-4188

Frozen Yogurt & Desserts; Wine & Beer, Outside seating

SUGAR DADDIES

5119 E. Oak Island Drive

Ice Cream and Dip-n-Dots

TIKI PINEAPPLE WHIPS

4602 E. Beach Drive, Oak Island (910) 632-0598

Dole Whip pineapple frozen treats right at the beach!

TROPICAL TREATS

5811 E. Oak Island Drive

Ice Cream, Italian Ice, Coffee, Ho,me Made Fudge