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NC Fourth of July Festival 2014 The NC Fourth of July Festival celebrates 238 years of freedom, starting on June 28th with the opening ceremony and lasting through July 4th with the firework finale.

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4-7 honoring freedom and pride

July 4th events abound, from fireworks to live music

8 first independence day

Over 100 candidates will take their oath of citizenship in the Naturalization Ceremony

11 a history of music

The Brunswick Concert Band will perform Americana across the county

12 for those who serve

Encounter patriotic tunes from the Sea Notes Choral Society

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honoring freedom and pride:

The NC 4th of July Festival provides residents and visitors over 30 opportunities to celebrate American spirit

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HEN THE UNITED STATES adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, commemorating freedom from Great Britain, it marked the country’s own federal holiday that would be celebrated each year with traditions unique to American citizens. Over the years, these traditions have evolved to mean parades, American flags, cookouts with hot dogs and hamburgers, baseball games and always a firework show finale—and there are few that put on a better celebration than the city of Southport, NC. Officially adopted as the NC 4th of July festival in 1972, the people of Southport really have been celebrating Independence Day for over 200 years. In colonial times, ships would lay anchored in the harbor and shoot off cannons to observe the United States’ day of freedom. Now, the festival attracts between 40,000 to 50,000 visitors to the small maritime community. Southport and the festival committee make sure the celebration has something to offer for all demographics.

From the opening ceremony on June 28, shag and skate contests, flag retirements, new citizens, arts, crafts and food to the annually anticipated fireworks finale July 4th evening, Southport promises to continue their Independence Day celebration in a big way. All of these activities and more are covered by Southport Magazine, and to make it easier for readers to plan their weekend, below is a list of compiled events and activities with all of the information needed to make a successful festival. For more details on all of these events, or to register for events such as the Freedom Run or the Shag Contest, visit www.nc4thofjuly.com SATURDAY, JUNE 28 Opening Ceremony 7:45 a.m. • Waterfront Park, 101 E. Bay Street Marking the official beginning to the NC 4th of July Festival, the ceremony will include comments from the Mayor of Southport and Festival President, the singing of our national anthem, and a flag-raising ceremony by the Boy Scouts of America.

Freedom Run/Walk 8 a.m. • Waterfront Park, 101 E. Bay Street The 5K run/walk and one-mile fun run be-

lent prayer. The tours will also be offered on Sun., June 29th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Tues., July 1st from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Firefighters Freedom Competition and Apparatus Expo 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. • 115 E. Nash St. This competition has invited area fire departments to participate with the Southport Fire Department since 1984. The event pays homage to training and firefighting methods and it tests the teamwork of a department.

The competition will include events such as the Barrel Push, Bucket Brigade, Command Post, Sprinkler Plug and Tanker Tug. There will also be fire engines, ladder trucks and equipment on display for the audience.

SUNDAY, JUNE 29 Reading of the Declaration of Independence 4:45 p.m. • Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E. Bay Street Prior to the Military Band Concert, resident Lee Norris will deliver a recitation of the Declaration of Independence in period costume.

Military Band Concert 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn, 203 E. Bay St. The waterfront stage is the setting for several musical events throughout the festival, including the 440th NC Army National Guard Band in concert. Festival organizers encourage visitors to bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the show.

Spectators view the 2013 NC 4th of July Festival parade along Howe Street outside of the Southport Baptist Church. Photo by Bethany Turner

gins and ends at Southport’s Waterfront Park.

Beginning with the firing of “Thor,” Southport Historical Society’s cannon, the course will take participants on a tour of historic Southport. The race begins at 8 a.m. and is free to watch, while guests and participants will be entertained by the band Party of Two. Registration and shirt pick-up: Friday, June 27 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Waterfront Park, or Saturday, June 28th from 6:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Entry fees are $30/person or

$15/children under 18, active military, and law enforcement.

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The Tim Clark Band Concert 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Middleton Park Extension Corner of E. Dolphin Dr. and SE 46th St. www.timclarkband.com Hailing from Myrtle Beach, SC, the Tim Clark Band is renowned for adding its own spice to well-known hits from the ‘70s through today’s music. The group features Tim Clark (lead vocals); Daniel Simons (bass, vocals); Brandon Clark (guitar, vocals); Malcolm Howard (drums, vocals); Jim Harris (keyboard, vocals); and Klint Ford (sound engineer).

Shag Contest 7 p.m., contest begins Middleton Park Extension Corner of E Dolphin Dr. and SE 46th St. www.societyofbrunswickshaggers.com The “Carolina Shag” originated in the area between Myrtle Beach, SC, and Wilmington, NC, in the 1940s. A descendant of the Carolina Jitterbug, the Carolina Shag is a couple’s dance performed to beach music. The contest is free to enter but registration is required; registration will take place from 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. on the day of the contest. Amateur shaggers only and contestants will dance for two minutes. Prizes range from $100 to $300.

The Society of Brunswick Shaggers strives to perpetuate and preserve the shag dance and beach music. The contest is the club’s fund-raiser for the New Hope Clinic. New Hope has been providing free medical care for uninsured, low income residents of Brunswick County since 1998.

Oak Island Anniversary Fireworks 9 p.m. • Oak Island Pier, 705 Ocean Drive Organized by the Town of Oak Island to celebrate the merger of the towns of Long Beach and Yaupon Beach, creating Oak Island, the fireworks can be seen for miles on area beaches.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 2 Children’s Entertainment 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. • Keziah Park Corner of West Moore and South Lord Streets This year’s children’s entertainment aims to give younger kids a creative and fun outlet with activities such as face painting, craft projects, music and more.

Waterfront Stage Entertainment 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Waterfront Park, 101 E. Bay Street Bring a chair and a blanket to enjoy the following acts: 1 p.m. to 1:40 p.m. — John Topping (classic

Brunswick Concert Band Performance 3 p.m. • Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E. Bay Street The Brunswick Concert Band will be playing on Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn immediately preceding the USCIS Naturalization Ceremony. See pages 8 and 11 for more information.

Folks can take part in the sand sculpture contest at high noon on Tuesday, July 1, part of the Beach Day at Oak Island events. Photo courtesy of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.

‘70s rock) 2 p.m. to 2:40 p.m. — Fully Stocked (American folk) 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. – Root Soul Project (reggae) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. – USAF Heritage of America Band Full Spectrum (pop, hip-hop, funk, R&B, classic rock, Latin) Veterans Recognition Event 6 p.m. • Southport Community Building 203 E. Bay Street With displays, entertainment, food and a keynote speaker, the Veterans Recognition Event hopes to honor and celebrate the brave men and women in the armed forces who protect and serve the US. As in past years, the festival committee has chosen a specific military branch, conflict or war to highlight but all veterans and active military are encourage to attend to be celebrated and honored.

THURSDAY, JULY 3 Children’s Games 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Ages 5 and under, Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn, 203 E. Bay Street Ages 6-11, Waterfront Park, 101 E. Bay Street Organized by the City of Southport’s Parks and Recreation department, the event will showcase activities such as sack races and watermelon races, in addition to several other old-time games.

American Red Cross Blood Drive 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Blood Mobile located at Waterfront Park 101 E. Bay Street • (910) 457-6964 Help support the community-wide blood drive to celebrate freedom. All donors will receive a t-shirt. This is an event of the Cape Fear Chapter of the American Red Cross.

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Voter Registration 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay Street The Brunswick County Board of Elections will be offering non-partisan voter registration before and after the USCIS Naturalization Ceremony.

USCIS Naturalization Ceremony 4 p.m. • Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E. Bay Street Since 1996 the USCIS Naturalization Ceremony has been a staple at the NC 4th of July Festival. Come watch as over 100 candidates take the official Oath of Citizenship and help them celebrate their first Independence Day. The ceremony will include songs performed by the Southport Community Choir, a keynote speaker and cannon firings.

Flip to page 8 for the full story.

Flag Retirement Ceremony 6 p.m. • BB&T Flagpole, 104 S. Howe Street A somber and respectful event where the public can observe as US flags that have become unserviceable are honorably retired.

According to the US Flag Code, “The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” Organized by the Richard H. Stewart Jr. American Legion Post and the Cape Fear Council of Boy Scouts, the ceremony will include Linda Snyder singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “America the Beautiful,” as well as comments from US Army Lt. Colonel, Retired, Bill Morgan.

FRIDAY, JULY 4 Pancake Breakfast 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 209 E. Nash Street A tradition for many families attending the parade, the funds from admission will benefit the Trinity United Methodist Church.

Flag-Raising Ceremony 10:30 a.m.

Intersection of Moore and Howe Streets A unique ceremony where drum and fife meet the Knights of Columbus. The procession from the NC Maritime Museum on Moore Street is lead by a colonial band and citizens dressed in period costumes, followed by area public officials to the intersection of Howe/Moore Streets. The Knights of Columbus hoist the colors, a flag that has been flown over our nation’s capitol. The event is organized by the Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site.

Child Safety and Digital Heat Display Corner of S. Howe and Moore streets The heat inside a car can rise to almost 200 degrees in just 10 minutes, and according to Safe Kids of NC, 35 to 40 children die each year due to heat exposure in vehicles across the country. The Child Safety and Digital Heat Display will emphasize to adults that they should never leave a child unattended in a car for any length of time at any time of the year.

The display will be available July 2-4, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. all days.

Arts and Crafts Fair Franklin Square Park, 105 E. Moore St. Taking place in shaded Franklin Square Park, visitors to the fair can enjoy over 120 booths displaying handmade items and unique specialty goods from several independently owned businesses throughout the region. The fair will go on from July 2-4, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. all days.

Shine and Show Classic Cars 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Across from Fort Johnston Southport Museum and Visitor Center, 203 E. Bay Street Cape Fear Cruisers invites visitors to take a stroll down memory lane by viewing participant’s classic vehicles at the Shine and Show.

The event does not hand out prizes but does promise participants and visitors a great time.

Festival Parade 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Enjoy Southport’s 4th of July Festival signature event with over 100 units in the parade including floats, music, cars, queens and more. The current parade began in 1964 but has roots dating back to the 1700s when female residents of Smithville (now Southport) dressed in white and marched through the town in observance of Independence Day. This year’s parade will be marshalled by BMCS A. Mark Kannan, United States Coast Guard Station Oak Island with WWII veterans as Honorary Marshalls. Also, for the first time ever, the newly crowned Miss North Carolina will participate in the parade. The parade is sponsored by Dosher Memorial Hospital and will be televised by WECT TV 6 at 8 p.m.

Waterfront Stage Entertainment 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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Free Live Pro Wrestling 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E. Bay Street Come watch the United Pro Wrestling Association bring visitors and residents of Southport this live event, featuring Pete Nixon, Ulrich Von Vorse, and former WCW su-

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perstar The Stro, who will be available to sign autographs.

Associated Artists of Southport Raffle 5 p.m.

Franklin Square Gallery, 130 E. West Street Tickets for the raffle are available inside Franklin Square Gallery throughout the festival and the funds will benefit the Associated Artists of Southport.

Lions Club Boat Raffle Drawing 8:55 p.m.

Waterfront Stage, 101 E. Bay Street Purchase your ticket for a chance to win a boat throughout the festival at the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, 4433 Long Beach Road. This is an event benefiting the Southport Lions Club and their many charities.

Fireworks Finale 9 p.m.

Waterfront Park, 101 E. Bay Street Visitors line the Southport waterfront to enjoy 20 minutes of fireworks launched from a barge in the middle of the harbor. The finale’s tradition began in 1792 when the men of Smithville fired cannons from their ships to commemorate the nation’s independence from Great Britain years earlier.

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Waterfront Food Concessions From S. Howe to E. Bay Streets Visitors to the festival can fill up on food items that include hot dogs, Greek gyros, Italian sausage, shrimp baskets, barbecue, blooming onions, fries, funnel cakes, kettle corn, ice cream, cotton candy, and shaved ice.

The concessions will run July 2 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., July 3 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and July 4 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Old Jail Tours Corner of S. Nash and N. Rhett Streets The Old Brunswick County Jail was built in Southport in 1904. It is located at the corner of Nash and Rhett Streets across from the Old Smithville Burying Ground. Since 1984, the structure has been maintained by the Southport Historical Society and has recently undergone extensive renovations. Tours will run July 2-4, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Community Organization Spotlight Booth Waterfront Park, 101 E. Bay Street Throughout the festival, the booth will showcase three NC non-profit agencies that want to bring awareness to their organizations’ services. Meet a different organization each day: Brunswick Christian Recovery Center, July 2 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Canine Angels, July 3 from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Communities of Schools in Brunswick County, July 4 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Old Smithville Burying Grounds Tours Corner of Nash and Rhett Streets, near the Old Jail The Old Smithville Burying Grounds have been around since 1792, making some headstones on the grounds older than the town of Southport. Historic tours will take place July 4-5 at 3 p.m.

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first independence day:

Candidates for citizenship will take the oath at this year’s Naturalization Ceremony Story by Emily Evans What: Naturalization Ceremony When: Thursday, July 3rd 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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OR INDEPENDENCE DAY IN the United States, there are things Americans are sure to see and do to commemorate the national holiday.

There will be fireworks, cookouts, outdoor games and activities, the American flag and patriotic songs. However, for dozens of families attending the US Citizenship and Immigration Services Naturalization Ceremony in Southport on July 3rd, the meaning of Fourth of July goes beyond hotdogs and hamburgers.

There are 120 candidates expected to take the Oath of Citizenship at this year’s ceremony that is held annually on Fort Johnston Garrison’s Lawn, overlooking the beautiful Southport waterfront.

Part of Southport’s famous NC Fourth of July festival since 1996, the ceremony serves as a reminder to everyone participating in the event of the true meaning of the freedom and independence the holiday observes. For the Americans-to-be it marks the end of a long and tedious journey towards citizenship that requires an abundance of patience, hard work and perseverance.

Last year the ceremony garnered over 100 new citizens representing 48 countries and seven regions from around the world, the most claiming Mexico as their home country.

This year’s ceremony will follow a similar structure to the event in years past— something that is important to Ted and

Jeffery Sapko, Director USCIS Field Office Durham, administering the Oath of Citizenship at the 2010 Naturalization Ceremony, held in partnership with the US Department of Homeland Security’s United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. Photo by John Muuss.

Fran Carlsen, co-chairs of the ceremony.

“We try to keep it as traditional as possible because the focus is of the swearing in and the naturalization papers to the new citizens,” Ted informs.

He and his wife, Fran, have been co-chairing the ceremony since 2004, and according to Fran it is a responsibility the couple took on unwittingly at first.

New to the area and wanting to get involved, Fran agreed to help the local chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) organize that year’s naturalization ceremony. At the next meeting the DAR surprised Fran by introducing her as the previous chair’s replacement.

Fran says her husband “graciously” consented to help her with the event, and they

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While the Carlsens believe it is important to keep the same traditions in each year’s ceremony, the event does not fail to give them a sense of fulfillment each time a group of new citizens takes the oath. “It gives me a lot of pleasure to watch when they become citizens,” Fran describes. “Some of them can hardly wait until they get that piece of paper that says they are a citizen.”

Directly after the ceremony the new citizens have a chance to gather in the Southport Community Building for a reception hosted by the DAR. The Brunswick County Board of Elections also will be there for the new citizens to begin voter registration.

The ability to vote and have an active voice in local and national elections is something new citizens look forward to most.

Several Southport organizations get involved with the ceremony, taking pride in the tradition by offering their services to the celebration. The Brunswick Concert Band precedes the ceremony with musical entertainment at 3 p.m., while the Southport community choir will sing two patriotic songs upon the official start at 4 p.m. The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard will be on-hand to display the colors of the United States and North Carolina.

Dolly Witt, Retired US Air Force, was chosen by Fran herself to sing the national anthem. After hearing her sing in Wilmington months ago, Fran approached Dolly and implored she perform the national anthem at the naturalization ceremony.

The ceremony will end with cannons administered by the 13th Battalion NC Artillery Reenactment Group.

The USCIS Naturalization Ceremony is free for all to attend. For more information, visit www.nc4thofjuly.com.

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The Brunswick Concert Band will showcase America’s music this summer Story by Mary Helen Turek What: Brunswick Concert Band Summer Concert Series When: Various dates and times Where: Various locations Cost: Free Info: www.brunswickbands.org

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HEN MOST FOLKS think of our nation’s birthdate, the Fourth of July, visions of fireworks, parades, great barbecue, and John Philip Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes Forever” played by a tuneful martial band come to mind. The 50-member strong Brunswick Concert Band will provide “Stars” and a lot more during a series of concerts in and about Brunswick County.

This year’s Summer Concert Series director is Tom Smicklas. Tom’s first experience playing Sousa was using original music manuscripts that the composer, through his associate Victor Grabel, gave to his high school in Cicero, Illinois, in the early 1930s.

Tom recalls that he cut his teeth on artful and traditional band literature playing with park concert bands in and around Chicago. And we know that thousands of other cities and towns throughout the land featured similar band events—and do so to this day. “I am proud that we are now providing this Americana music for the residents of Brunswick County at a series of venues, without charge and in its purest form,” Tom shares. “The program selected and being admirably performed is second to none in the area.”

The 2014 concert is entitled “A New York City Central Park Goldman Band Concert.” The Goldman Band has performed annually in Central Park and around the city since 1911.

The Brunswick Concert Band’s program features such band classics as the 1904 arrangement of the Fillmore Band’s “Light Cavalry Overture”; Sousa’s 1893 march “High School Cadets”;

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The Brunswick Concert Band Summer Series director Tom Smicklas with his wife, Margaret Smicklas.

“Santa Anna’s Retreat from Buena Vista” from the Stephen Foster’s 1848 Missippi Steam Boat revue; the 1938 National Band Contest “Allan-A-Dale Overture”; Sousa Band’s original 1917 version of the national anthem, all four verses being sung by band member, Brunswick educator and historian Dick Slease; and Karl King’s 1916 Barnum and Bailey Circus strut “The Walking Frog.”

Also on the play list are Fred Jewell’s 1916 patriotic march “E Pluribus Unum,” and a special treat, Ben Edwards—Brunswick Concert Band member and Brunswick County educator—will perform the tour de force, “Beautiful Colorado,” exactly as written and arranged for the Sousa Band’s world tour in 1903 by Sousa’s solo euphonium player, the Italian virtuoso Giuseppe De Luca.

The Brunswick Concert Band also will perform traditional Independence

Day music such as “Yankee Doodle,” “You’re A Grand Old Flag,” “This Land is Your Land,” “God Bless The U.S.A.,” “The Stars and Stripes Forever,” and a special medley including selections from all of the United States Military Services’ anthems.

“We feel strongly that bringing America’s music to all points of Brunswick County’s compass is in line with the historic intent of music performances for Independence Day,” Tom divulges. “We also know our responsibility as stewards of unquestionably the one most important music ensemble of traditional Independence Day activities, the community band, to be true to our heritage and historically accurate—and to elevate our audience in the spirit of what is best about America, and we will deliver.”

The Concert Band will be taking their program directly to all areas of Brunswick County. The Concert Dates and times are as follows: Winding River, Bolivia: Friday, June 27th at 6:30 p.m. outdoors near the clubhouse. Follow the signs. Private to Winding River residents only.

Magnolia Greens, 1800 Linkwood Circle, Leland: Sunday, June 29th at 4 p.m. outdoors near the clubhouse. Follow the signs. Open to the public.

Sunset Beach: Tuesday, July 1st at Seaside United Methodist Church, 1300 Seaside Rd. SW. St. James: Wednesday, July 2nd at 6:30 p.m. at Woodlands Park. Private to St. James residents only.

Southport Naturalization Ceremony: Thursday, July 3rd at 3 p.m. at the Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn, 203 E. Bay Street (see page 8 for more details about the ceremony).

Every Wed.: Dennis Walton Band and Open Mic, 8:30 p.m.

Every Tues & Thurs: Karaoke (Thurs. dedicated to country)

Dead End Saloon

4907 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 454-4002 • www.thedeadendsaloon.com 6/28: Machine Gun, 10 p.m.

Fishy Fishy Cafe

106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 457-1881 • www.fishyfishycafe.com *all shows from 6/6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted 6/25: Jeremy Truett 6/26: Heather & Mike 6/27: Christine Martinez & Guy Phillips 6/28: Cell Block 2 6/29: BAT, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

7/2: G’tar Mike 7/5: John Toppings, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Dennis Walton Band 7/6: BAT 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Grape and Ale

8521 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 933-4384 • www.thegrapeandale.com *ticket is $15/person, please purchase in advance 7/1: Kira Small (pictured above) for the Burgers, Brews and Blues event, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., $25 plus tax and includes entry to the concert, a burger with trimmings provided by Robert Wallace Catering, and 2 cold draft beers or a chilled bottle of Sea Turtle Reserve White.

To list your monthly music in Southport Magazine, contact: bethany@southportmag.com

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Sea Notes Choral Society sings the sounds of freedom

Story by Madison Brendle What: Sea Notes Choral Society ‘To Those Who Serve’ Patriotic Concert When: Saturday, June 28th • 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, June 29th • 3 p.m.

Where: Odell Williamson Auditorium 50 College Rd., Bolivia Cost: Free Info: www.sea-notes.com

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USIC HAS THE POWER to uplift one’s spirits, to stir one’s emotions, to cause the heart to sing or to cry. Choral patriotic music has that power,” Cindy Sellers, director of the Sea Notes Choral Society, enthusiastically states.

“The Sea Notes is a choral group of 100-plus volunteer music lovers that enjoy singing and sharing their passion with the community.”

This group of musicians presents free concerts three times per year: spring, Independence Day, and Christmas. The upcoming performances on June 28th and 29th present their patriotic concert, “Those Who Serve,” honoring and commemorating over 200 years of America’s heroes and their bravery.

“Those Who Serve” could hit close to home for many, such as the director herself. Cindy’s husband, Donald, was an Army helicopter pilot in Vietnam.

She also followed Donald while he was in flight school and accompanied the base chorus in Fort Wolters, Texas, and Hunter Air Field in Savannah, Georgia. Others in Cindy’s family who served in America’s armed forces were her father, father-in-law, and an uncle.

While attending High Point College and minoring in music, Cindy accepted her first church choir director position. Cindy brings an eclectic and spontaneous approach to her directing position, along with the help of her accompanist, Jane Boberg. Cindy was appointed director of the Sea Notes by the founder, “Miss Connie” Ledgett,

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The Sea Notes Choral Society, a group of 100-plus musicians, will perform patriotic music in the theme of America’s military history to celebrate the Fourth of July.

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after the Fourth of July in 1974. Cindy is currently music director and organist at the Village Chapel of Bald Head Island and has been for 15 years.

The Sea Notes will take its audience on a musical journey through our nation’s military history, while touching on several milestones that relate to 2014. “Interestingly, this year will commemorate the 200th birthday of our national anthem, so we chose a new, special arrangement to open our program,” Cindy explains. “Then we move through the sesquicentennial of the Civil War, the centennial of the start of WWI, the 70th anniversary of D-Day, and the 50th since the start of the Vietnam War.” Patriotism. What exactly is it? Cindy describes it perfectly. “I’m descended from men who fought for our Independence and women who supported that fight. I am proud of their courage and conviction. Patriotism for me is the pride in and respect for that heritage and the hope for the perpetuation of our liberty to our posterity.”

Patriotism will be amplified on June 28th and 29th as the Sea Notes powerfully move and entertain through patriotic memories, voices and music.

Attend either show, both held at the Odell Williamson Auditorium in Bolivia, for free. For more information, visit www.sea-notes.com.

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Gregory Hohl DDS, Darren Harrington DDS, Aaron Wilharm DDS, Tony Michelakis DDS & Matt Miller DDS

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Historical Southport Bike Tours

Co-sponsored by the NC Maritime Museum, this guided tour winds through live oak canopied streets and along the waterfront, incorporating local history.

Advance registration is required. Also check out Eco and Historical Kayak Tours!

The Adventure Kayak Company 807-A Howe St., Southport • (910) 454-0607 www.theadventurecompany.net

Adorable Sundresses

Available in turquoise and lime, white and black, pink and orange. The perfect place to find the perfect outfit!

Boo & Roo’s 303 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 363-4275 • www.booandroos.com

Available in black and white

Nautical Stained Glass

Yamaha Motors

Red, white and blue stained glass anchor. Tons of cool stained glass. Gail will customize whatever you want!

Anastasio’s Stained Glass Studio 420 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 363-4678

Every size motor and at great prices! Friendly staff!

Blackbarry Marine 4701 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southpor (910) 457-0667 www.blackbarrymarine.net

Luxurious Swimming Pools

Beautiful Candles

Great prices and great service on pools. Also try them for all of your landscaping needs!

Bridgers Landscaping, Pools and Spas 8210 River Rd., Southport (910) 457-4644

A large variety of taper & pillar candles including: scented, unscented, real, or battery-operated.

Featuring Luminara, Swan Creek Candles & Aquaflame fountain candles.

Cattail Cottage 122 N. Howe St., Southport • (910) 454-4533 www.cattailcottagenc.com

Blackbeard Scuba 5001 O’Quinn Blvd. Unit G, Southport (910) 465-1902 www.blackbeardscuba.com

Boat Rentals

Half-day and full-day rates!

Cape Fear Watersports 4557 Long Beach Rd. SE • (910) 457-0008 www.capefearwatersports.com

New Patient Offers

Colorful Scarves

A large selection of scarves in every color under the rainbow. The place to find your perfect accessory!

ChinaTown Chic 111 B S. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-9119

$65 Comprehensive exam, necessary x-rays, oral cancer screening & gum disease screening. $45 New patient cleaning, does not include periodontal (gum) disease treatment.

Valid for new patients only. Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.

Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry 8212 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island (910) 933-2409 • coastalcosmeticdentistry.com

Kind and Caring Staff

Great one-on-one care and great customer service Coastal Companion Care 5101 Southport-Supply Rd. SE, Southport (910) 457-5300 www.coastalcompanioncare.com

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Muratec - MFX-C3035 Color Copier

Located in the offices of Southport Magazine—and we could not do without it! The customer service is excellent, too! Owned by Southport locals.

Coastal Document Systems 3316 Merchant Ct., Wilmington (910) 395-9990

Southport Longitude and Latitude Tervis Cups T-shirts too! Lots of cute gifts and island wear!

Color Me Carolina 300 Country Club Dr., Oak Island (910) 933-4531 www.facebook.com/ColorMeCarolina

Statement Necklaces

Silver wire, blue stone, and crystal. Huge jewelry selection, great prices!

Deborah’s Place 114 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-0921

Monogrammed Cuffs

Lightweight Aluminum. Customize the pattern, colors and type of monogram. 1.5” width Compass Rose Embroidery 305 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-0530

Celestite Gemstone

Spiritual stone with tremendous healing ability. Aids in personal expression. Clears speech, calms & encourages wound healing. Lots of gemstones and jewelry.

The Crystal Web, located in Hearts & Sol Wellness 200 Country Club Dr., Suite B • (910) 547-9641

Southport’s Only Green Spa

A Fresh New Look

Treat yourself with a new hair cut and color, waxing, facial, massage or mani/pedi.

E Salon and Spa 4961 Long Beach Road SE, Southport (910) 457-0009 • www.e-salonandspa.com

All-organic manis, pedis, facials and skincare from Laura Brochure and Irena Sedivy European Touch 108 W. Owens St. #2 (919) 906-0187 or (910) 520-5606 www.spaeuropeantouch.com

Scout Beach Bags

All colors, shapes and sizes available.

The Cutting Edge Hair Salon 505 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-9300

Four-Legged-Friend Accessories

Large selection of patriotic, locally made pet apparel!

Four Legs Good Boutique 310 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-0115 www.fourlegsgoodboutique.com

Antiqued Metal Art

Local Pottery

Huge selection of very special and unique pottery made by local artists Franklin Square Gallery 130 E. West St., Southport (910) 457-5450 www.franklinsquaregallery.com

Fast, Friendly Service

Pharmacy staff who know all their customers by name!

Galloway-Sands Pharmacy 1513 N. Howe St., Suite 8, Southport (910) 454-9090 www.gallowaysandspharmacy.com

“Baby Turtle” antiqued metal with stained glass.

Different colors available. Lots of local art to choose from!

Howe Outrageous Art Gallery and Marketplace 307 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 363-4811 www.howeoutrageous.com

Mother & Son Real Estate Team

Kay and Randy Jolliff of Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® Downtown Southport Sales Office 112 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 523-0624 • www.margaretrudd.com

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Water Carafes

Assortment of Sunglasses

An array of new sunglasses available year-round Klassy Konsignment 4105 Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 457-0402

Made by the classic Blenko Glass Co., with a large selection in beautiful colors Lantana’s Gallery and Fine Gifts 113 S. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-0957

Staying at “Aunt Evelyn’s”

A vacation rental with fine antique furnishings, right across from Southport Marina, at 304 Marina View Dr. Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., Realtors® 210 Country Club Dr., Oak Island (910) 278-6523 www.rudd.com

Olde Southport Village Shoppes

Bi-Weekly House Cleaning

Professional home cleaning services tailored to you Merry Maids (910) 762-6503 www.merrymaidswilmington.com

Southport Design Jewelry

Bracelets and pendants. Oak Island designs, too!

Renee’s Fine Jewelry 602 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-7714 www.reneesfinejewelry.com

Twelve shops in one convenient stop!

Everything from A-Z! Olde Southport Village Shoppes 1102 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 448-0188 www.facebook.com/OldeSouthportVillage

All Your Chalk Painting Needs

Classes available. Call for details.

The Painted Mermaid 1208 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 454-4549 www.facebook.com/ThePaintedMermaid

“Home is Where the Heart Is” Necklaces Customized for any state or country.

Gold or Sliver Pescado Y Amor 8519 E Oak Island Dr., Oak Island (910) 632-3908 www.pescadoyamor.com

Humor & Fun Tours

Organic Body Products

Locally made vegan & organic-based soaps and body products for the whole family. At Signa Scents located inside Inspirations Today in the Olde Village Shoppes.

Signa Scents / Inspirations Today 1102 N. Howe St., Southport • (910) 805-4027 www.inspirationstoday.net • www.signascents.com

Soy Lotion Candles

100% pure soy oil. No soot residue, burns longer, environmentally friendly. Apparel, gifts and jewelry.

Mermaid Cove 4557 Long Beach Rd. SE • (910) 477-9154 www.mermaidcovesouthport.com

Dramatic and Unique Photography

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Weddings, Family, Newborns, Graduation Snapp-Shot Photography (540) 535-5440 www.snappshotphotography.com

Led by ‘The REV,’ who has a great sense of humor! He makes all of his tours fun, and he might even serenade you!

Southport Fun Tours (910) 713-3373 www.southportfuntours.com

Smiling Faces

Real Estate Sold on the Front Porch!

Hometown, friendly service and real-estate knowledge Southport Realty 114 S. Howe St. or 727 N. Howe St. (910) 457-7676 or (910) 457-6401 www.southport-realty.com

History & Movie Tours

Rick is a retired history teacher and really enjoys educating his riders about Southport’s history and movie venues. And he has some good, fun insights into the filming of ‘Safe Haven.’

Southport Tours (910) 750-1951 www.southporttours.com

Anchor Pillows

Fun throw pillows in a nautical shape!

Southport Trading Co. 108 S. Davis St., Southport (910) 523-0624

The staff at BB&T home mortgage—Blakley, Eric, and Lindsey—are very friendly and are a great help!

BB&T Home Mortgage 104 S. Howe St., Southport • (910) 457-1407 8905 E. Oak Island Dr., OKI • (910) 457-1414 www.bbandt.com Branch Banking and Trust Company is a Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. Loans are subject to credit approval.

New Cottage-style Homes

Wedding Receptions

Multi-purpose rooms can be arrange for banquets of over 300 guests St. James Community Center 4136 Southport-Supply Rd. SE, Southport (910) 253-3012 www.townofstjamesnc.org

Teal Dresser

Adorable abodes from $249,900 in a Southport neighborhood of single family homes

Unique, custom nine-drawer teal dresser with silver teardrop pulls. Lots of cool, interesting items!

Talefeathers 414 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-0011 www.talefeathers.com

Turtlewood at Southport 6105 Turtlewood Dr., Southport (844) 887-8539 www.turtlewood.com

Market Analysis of Homes

Thom and Renee Yost can provide an in-depth market analysis of your home or property.

Yost & Yost (910) 269-1128 or (910) 398-0657 www.yostandyost.com

Southport Trolley

A quick easy, affordable way to get from one end of Howe Street to the other!

Catch the trolley wherever you see a round red sign. www.downtownsouthport.org

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The staff at Mr. P’s wishes everyone a safe and happy 4th of July!

Closed on Friday the 4th of July-Open Saturday & Sunday July 5th & 6th

RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED

309 N. Howe Street

(located in the Water Tower District)

910-457-0801

Mr.P’s offers a wide selection of menu items sure to accommodate your Seafood and Non-Seafood tastes!

VOTED BEST BISTRO 2014 • VOTED BEST RESTAURANT 2008-2012

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Family-owned and operated for 20 years

www.facebook.com/MrPsBistro www.mrpsbistro.com

Waterfront Dining

Private Dining Rooms for Reservation

Fresh Extensive Seafood • Pasta • Chops wine menu & spirits Hours: Mon-Thurs 5pm-9pm Fri-Sat 5pm-9:30pm Open Sundays Memorial Day thru Labor Day

Thank you to our customers for voting us in the 2013 & 2014 Peoples Choice Awards: Best Italian Restaurant • Most Romantic Restaurant • Best service & Best Meatballs!

(910) 454-4440

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South Harbor Village Marina Overlooking the Intercoastal Waterway

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...’neath the Red, White, and Blue.

UNIQUE TOYS. TRENDY COLLARS. GOURMET TREATS. CLEVER APPAREL. MEMORABLE DECOR.

310 N. Howe Street, Southport (Next to the Southport water tower) (910) 457-0115 www.fourlegsgoodboutique.com Find us on Facebook!

Where Animals Rule.

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Richard Sam Bandera Award-Winning Registered Architect LEED Certified Residential & Commercial Projects New Construction Renovations & Additions

112 N. Howe Street, Southport, NC 910-454-4513 Se Serving Brunswick County for over 12 years! www.BanderaArchitecture.com

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New, used & everything in between

Kayak

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Stand Up Paddle Boards Sales

4 years of Adventu brating 1 re! e l e C

Information & Reservations

910-454-0607

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807-A-Howe Street, Southport, NC

Historical Southport bicycle tours and bicycle rentals.

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Hand Painted Furniture Accessories • Gifts Home Decor

Specializing in unique, antique and shabby chic 414 N. Howe St., Southport, NC • 910-457-0011 www.talefeathers.com

Ready To Get Toasted?

Everything made from scratch Great selection of beer and wine We now offer Gluten Free Pizza

(910) 457-4636

5130 Southport-Supply RD SE #107, Southport, NC 28461 www.quiznos.com

Join us for first Sunday Brunch July 6, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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The Associated Artists of Southport Pottery, Paintings, Notecards, and Gift Items August Featured Artists Pastel painter Jan Boland and Ceramic artist Dory Hemingway

www.franklinsquaregallery.com

Open 10-5 Monday-Saturday 130 East West Street behind Franklin Square Park 910-457-5450

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Nautical Gifts & Antiques Souvenirs Tee Shirts Cold Drinks & More

Celebrating our 10th Year!

Serving the ďŹ nest and freshest homemade Italian dishes

108 S. Davis Street, Southport Near Ft Johnston Visitor Center & Maritime Museum

Great Service, Quality and Price!

Come in and celebrate with us!

5177 Southport-Supply Rd SE, Southport, NC 28461 (910) 454-4540

1671 N. Howe St. #1A, (910) 363-4908 M-F 7 am - 9 pm, Sat. 8 am - 9 pm, Sun. 9 am-9 pm www.TropicalSmoothie.com

NEW SUMMER HOURS

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24 oz. regular priced smoothie.

Cannot be combined with any other offers.

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Raleigh’s leading caterer now offers many of their signature dishes at Uncorked!

We are very excited to welcome Ladyfingers Gourmet To Go to Uncorked by the Sea. Acclaimed as one of Raleigh’s leading caterers, Ladyfingers is now providing several of their most popular entrees in convenient “to go” packaging. Just thaw and bake. Plus, their famous Brown Sugar & Butter Country Ham Rolls that has graced many a cocktail party in the Triangle area will be available every day locally. All we have to say is YUM! With entrees that serve anywhere from the two of you to a few of the neighbors, you’ll become a fan, too.

Available in two serving sizes, choices include: Chicken Enchiladas Beef or Vegetable Lasagna Brown Sugar & Butter Ham Rolls Tuscan Chicken with Rice Chicken Pot Pie Mediterranean Skillet Chicken Shrimp, Sausage & Chicken Creole

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WINE TASTINGS EVERY THURSDAY ALL SUMMER from 5 – 7 pm benefiting a local non-profit organization.

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Hickory Smoked Wings with Hot Sauce with a side salad, hushpuppies and corn The BBQ House 5002 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island (910) 201-1001 www.bestbbqonthebeach.com

The Storm Smoothie

Fresh and Local

Bella Cucina uses fresh and local fish and produce!

Bella Cucina 5177 Southport-Supply Rd. SE, Southport (910) 454-4540 www.belladiningnc.com

Blueberry, raspberry, strawberry, agave and banana.

All natural, 100% fruit and fruit juice. Served in a eco-friendly cold cup!

Blue Sea Coffee Shop 7916 E Oak Island Dr., Oak Island (910) 620-7073 www.facebook.com/Blue.Sea.Cafe.NC

Maryland-style Crab Cakes

Cream Puffs

Scrumptious puff loaded with a creamy filling sprinkled with powder sugar The Confectionary 4346 Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 457-9310

Chocolate-Dipped Vanilla Cone

Served with sweet potato fries and broccoli. Lots of other crab dishes. Lots to choose from on their menu!

No description needed - just YUM! Dairy Queen 5701 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island (910) 278-5371 • www.dairyqueen.com

Dead End Saloon & Fish Factory Grille 4366 Fish Factory Rd. SE, Southport (910) 454-4002

The Titantic

Nathan’s 1/3-lb., 12” long hot dog on hoagie bun with OKI Toppings: mustard, slaw, chili, onion! Lots of different toppings to choose from. Once you’ve had a Bob’s Dog you will be hooked!

Bob’s Dogs 8903 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island (910) 278-3456 • www.bobsdogsoki.com

Blackened Shrimp Salad

With fresh strawberries, goat cheese, candied walnuts, red onions on mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette.

Dry Street Pub and Pizza 101 E. Brown St., Southport • (910) 457-5994 www.drystreetpubandpizza.com

Bastille Day Celebration

Hot Italian Sub

Loaded with meat and cheese!

Famous Subs and Pizza 1541 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-5143

Waterside Views

Local seafood prepared in a sophisticated style, set in Southport’s iconic Yacht Basin Fishy Fishy Cafe 106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport (910) 457-1881 • www.fishyfishycafe.com

On July 13, 2014, a sommelier will lead a five-course, five-wine pairing with seatings at 1:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. for $28/person. Call to reserve your seat!

Flights 1513-9 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 363-1202 www.facebook.com/flights.southport

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Beach Bum Coffee Smoothie

Featuring a real banana, coconut, espresso, and chocolate, all blended with ice. Try the other coffee concoctions, fruit smoothies and baked goods!

Flying Pig Coffee House 6006 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island (910) 278-5929 • www.flyingpig.us

Moscamango

Great Summer Wine! Moscato and Mango from Italy All natural with no artificial flavors.

The Grape & Ale 8521 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island (910) 933-4384 • www.thegrapeandale.com

Green-go Chicken Tacos

Pulled chicken marinated in Mojo seasonings with lettuce, tomato, black beans and topped with sour cream and homemade green chilies salsa.

Loco Jo’s Grill 602 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-9009

Filet Neptune

Local Produce

Veggies are picked fresh at Greenlands Farm and sold at the store, with lots of canned items such as pickled okra and pickled Hungarian hot wax peppers.

Greenlands Farm Store 668 Midway Rd. SE, Bolivia (910) 253-7934 • www.greenlandsfarmstore.info

Eight ounces of seasoned tenderloin wrapped with bacon, served on a bed of asparagus and topped with shrimp, crab meat, and bearnaise.

Island Way 1407 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island (910) 278-7770 • www.islandwayres.com

Shrimp and Grits

Famous Underground Tuna

Sesame-encrusted local tuna steak, pan-seared rare, thinly sliced and topped with a Hawaiian BBQ sauce.

Served with pickled ginger and wasabi.

Mr. P’s Bistro 309 N. Howe St., Southport • (910) 457-0801 www.mrpsbistro.com

Sauteed shrimp, onions, peppers, and bacon in a rich cream sauce served over cheesy grits.

Oasis Bar and Grill 8039 River Rd., Southport (910) 454-4004 • www.southportoasis.com

Fresh Catch Special

Local pan-seared grouper served with a lemon buerre blanc sauce & vegetable risotto, paired with a 2012 King Estate Pinot Gris Joseph’s Italian Bistro 5003 O’Quinn Blvd. SE, Southport (910) 454-4440 www.josephsitalianbistro.com

Oysters Tapas

Lightly fried oysters with a lemon and dill aioli Ports of Call 116 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 457-4544 www.portsofcallbistro.com

Fudge

Southern BBQ Pork Subs

Slow-roasted pulled pork, mozzarella & cheddar cheese, pickles, yellow mustard and BBQ sauce Quizno’s Subs 5130 Southport-Supply Rd. SE #107, Southport (910) 457-4636 • www.quiznos.com

Staarr Sprinkled Cupcake

Vanilla cupcake with vanilla bean butter cream. With patriotic “Staarrs” and sprinkles!

StaarrCakes 200 Country Club Dr., Suite E • (910) 512-8881 www.staarrcakes.com

Smoked Brisket

It’s the real deal! Served with red slaw and potato salad, all homemade.

Southport Smoke House 1102 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 363-5035 www.southportsmokehouse.com

Thai Dumplings

Steamed wonton filled with ground pork, chicken and shrimp. Served with special soy sauce.

Thai by the Sea 8300 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island (910) 278-6420

Dark chocolate with caramel swirl, sprinkled with sea salt. Lots of different flavors to choose from.

Taffy too!

Delicious & Refreshing Teas

Southport Taffy and Fudge Factory 112 E. Moore St., Southport (Through the Courtyard) (910) 477-1288 www.southporttaffyandfudge.com

Over 60 hot and iced tea flavors!

Open six days a week for lunch & afternoon tea.

Southport Tea House 611 N. Howe Street, Southport, NC (910) 833-0227 www.southportteahouse.com

Island Green Smoothie

Ladyfingers Gourmet To Go Foods

Mango, pineapple, banana, spinach and kale Tropical Smoothie Cafe 1671 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 363-4908 www.tropicalsmoothie.com

Homemade, delicious entrées and appetizers.

Perfect with any wine from Uncorked!

Uncorked by the Sea Wine Shop and Gallery 602 N. Howe St., Southport (910) 454-0633 • www.uncorkedbythesea.com

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Handmade Jewelry from Beaufort, SC UNIQUE • ARTISAN DESIGNED • TIMELESS

Exclusively at

122 N. Howe Street, Southport • (910) 454-4533

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A Specialty Home & Gift Shop in Southport

OCEANFRONT

DINING Prime Steaks ~and~

1407 East Beach Drive • Oak Island, NC 28465

Fresh Seafood

910.278.7770

v OPEN FOR DINNER at 4:30 pm v LUNCH SERVED MEMORIAL DAY thru LABOR DAY

“The only thing we overlook is the ocean.”

www.islandwayres.com

Mary Anne Russ

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Residential & Commercial Sales and Property Management

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727 N. Howe Street Southport, NC (910) 457-6401

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Come to the Oasis

Town of St. James, NC

COMMUNIT Y CENTER 4136 Southport/Supply Rd. Southport, NC 28461

VENTS BUSINESS MEETINGS WEDDING RECEPTIONS FAMILY GATHERINGS PARTIES ARTS & CRAFTING Enjoy a full menu of house specialties including:

12,865 sq. ft.

10 different room configurations AV and Wireless Full catering kitchen Covered outdoor terrace

Crab Dip • Reuben Fish & Chips LIVE MUSIC “The bartender/waiter was Saturdays: 6:30 - 11pm extremely helpful, cook Open 7 Days a Week knew what she was doing, and with a 99% health Mon-Fri: 11am - Closing inspection and promise of Sat-Sun: 12 noon-Closing good music on Saturday LATE NIGHT nights, we will certainly return (with friends).”

MENU

8038 River Rd, SE • 910-454-4004

Call 910-253-3012 or fax 910-253-3013 ccmanager@atmc.net • www.townofstjames.org

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equal opportunity provider and employer

Classified ads up to 50 words only $15/mo.

Photo ads up to 50 words only $20/mo.

Call Kris Beasley (910) 231-6204 today!

Real Estate

766 Skipjack Circle- Marshfront Energy Star rated home. Walk to historic Southport or kayak from neighborhood pier. Stunning home has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, great room with soaring ceilings and stunning views, screened porch & indoor saltwater pool. Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $775,500. Call Kay Jolliff 523-0624

5928 Dutchman Creek - Watch the boats go by from this lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 3100+ sq. ft.

Low Country home in beautiful Indigo Plantation located in downtown Southport.

Features include: large kitchen, family room with custom built ins, 2 fireplaces, and an enormous screened porch offering expansive views! Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $679,000. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

401 Lord Thomas Ave. - Southport. $299,900. Listing #677529. Located in The Cottages at Southport, one of the area’s favorite new neighborhoods. 3BR, 2.5BA. Hardwoods, gas fireplace, gas oven, stainless and granite in kitchen, 9ft ceilings. First floor master with walk in

shower, soaking tub, his and her vanities, large walk in closet. Upstairs spacious bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bath with granite and tile.

Extra open loft. Hardie plank siding, upgraded hardware, crown Molding, Screened porch, extensive landscape package with irrigation system using pond. Call Renee Yost of Intracoastal Realty at 910-269-1128 or visit www.YostandYost.com

104 Bonnets Creek Lane - Southport. $419,000. Listing #677962. Spacious 4BR,3.5 B. A waterview home, open floor plan great for entertaining with top floor living area, dining area and upgraded kitchen with stainless and granite and hardwoods throughout.

Elevator and 2-car garage w/golf cart garage. Call Renee Yost of Intracoastal Realty at 910-269-1128 or visit www.YostandYost.com

312 Clarendon Ave. REDUCED! There is not a better location at this price!

Beautiful wooded site in prime Southport spot. Enjoy living Southport style and walk to everything! Just steps to the marina, yacht basin, restaurants, galleries, shops and waterfront. Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $185,000 Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

110 W. St. George St. - Downtown Southport. #359,000.

Quaint, historic 3BR, 2.5 BA cottage.

Renovated in 2005, the home retains its charm.

Welcoming foyer, Metal roof, picket fence, shutters, restored pine floors, fireplace insert with gas logs. Sitting and family areas, first floor master with private bath. The kitchen has corian counters, breakfast area with skylights and is cottage perfect with a pink refrigerator. Mud room leads to back porch area and out to the beautifully landscaped yard, a private oasis with patio, up lighting in trees and a potting shed. Furniture is negotiable. Call Renee Yost of Intracoastal Realty at 910-269-1128 or visit www.YostandYost. com

770 Skipjack Circle - REDUCED! This home offers Southern living - Southport style!

Situated downtown by the marsh at Cottage Point, this home has 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths with a stunning open living area, custom kitchen and wrap around porches to enjoy outdoor living.

Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $430,000. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

W. Owens Street - Cottage Point Lot 20 - Build your dream home on this prime marshfront lot in Cottage Point in the heart of Southport.

Enjoy the gazebo and kayak pier or walk or bike to all that downtown Southport and the waterfront have to offer. Restaurants, shops and the marina are all a convenient stroll away! Listed

with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $209,000 Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

BY OWNER, Peaceful N.C. mountain home on 1.5 acres. Beautiful views. 3 BR, 3 baths.

Quiet community.

Midway between Boone and Asheville.

5 miles from downtown Bakersville. For details, go to Zillow. com and enter 159 Cane Creek Cemetery Road, Bakersville, N.C. $185,000 NEGOTIABLE. Call Bill 828-6885832 or 828-467-7299.

ST. JAMES PLANTATION CONDO - 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, quiet top-floor condo, spectacular views, enclosed deck overlooking marina. Kitchen, dining area, large family room with fireplace, washer and dryer, 2 walk-in closets, boardwalk, 300 ft. to marina bar, restaurant and convenience store. For sale or long term lease.

704-604-0837.

CABIN FOR SALE - Located at Blue Ridge Travel Park / Hwy 64 / Chimney Rock Rd., Hendersonville, NC. Call Kevin at (910) 880-1011 or see full information at www.mymountaincabin.info. $11,400, furnished.

612-H W. Brown St. - The Village at Southport. Great buy!

Top floor, great corner location with a large covered porch overlooking the pool, marina and harbor. Elevator, covered parking and extra storage. Stroll along the waterfront or bike to restaurants, shops and sites. Motivated seller—make this one yours! Listed at $215,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® Call Lucy Vance (910)232-8586

288 Bonnet Way - Great Southport location! New paint & wood floors throughout. Low maintenance townhome close to everything. Features include fireplace, cathedral ceilings, French doors, screened porch.

Listed at $145,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

504 Caswell Beach Rd. Deeded Oceanfront Access! Listed by Brooke Rudd 910-512-1361. 4 BR/2 BA, tongue & groove trim, wall-to-wall windows overlooking Cape Fear River, Intracoastal Waterway & historic Southport.

H/C outside shower, 2 storage areas. 75’ lot. Call Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® for showing!

5269 Windward Way - Rivermist.

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath. $189,900. MLS #683269. Custom built in 2008 with many trim upgrades. Buyers will enjoy the open living plan with both eat in kitchen and formal dining area just off the foyer. All energy star appliances convey.

The house is equipped with an ECO water softening system. 2 car garage with convenient mudroom/laundry entry. Finished room over the garage has a closet and could be used as a 4th bedroom. Great centralized located in a very popular neighborhood. Rivermist offers pool, large clubhouse and fitness center. Call Cliff Watson, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 5207091.

112 SW 20th St. - Boater’s Dream – West Davis Canal.

Breath-taking views, deep protected water, enviable privacy – 3375 sf. There are a lot of beachfront homes for sale; upscale homes on deep water don’t come along often. Listed at $799,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® Call Hal Bolin (910)540-3900

407 N. Clarendon Ave. - Historic Southport. 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath. $475,000.

MLS #683208. Great home in the Heart of Historic Southport!

Many special features including on demand

hot water, Jenn Air appliances, beautiful ash floors, tile baths and wide porches. Only a few blocks to the waterfront. Stunning!

New Virtual Tour at Southport-Realty.com.

Call Kim Anne Russ, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 523-1222.

great room w/built-ins, oversized lot. Custom outdoor decking, surround sound & security system. Fenced backyard, large 2 car garage with workshop.

Owner is NC Broker.

Call Sarah Smith, Southport Realty Inc., (910 ) 443-8000.

4290 Cherry Laurel Dr. - Village @ Mariners Pointe.

3 Bedroom, 2 Baths. $159,500. MLS #681448. Want to live near or have a second home near the beach?

If so, this one is for you! It has all the bells and whistles….maintained and furnished like a model home!

Association maintains the yard. There is a large living room with cathedral ceiling, large kitchen with breakfast area and kitchen bar, separate dining area, double garage, LP fireplace insert, peaceful screened porch, and fenced backyard. Comes fully furnished except for personal items and a few marked items. Call Katherine Hufham, Southport Realty Inc., (910 ) 470-4045.

608 N. Fodale Ave. - Cape Fear Cottages. 4 Bedroom, 3 Baths. $365,000.

MLS #683917.

Charming home with every feature possible.

Workshop, screen porch, covered patio, 2 car garage, & 2 master suites. Open floor plan gives a comfortable, casual life style. Easy care lawn has no grass to cut, beautiful park-like setting and is totally fenced. Call Shay Watkins, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 470-0107.

Southport Realty Inc., (910) 470-4045.

5120 Fernwood Dr. - Harbor Oaks.

4 Bedroom, 4.5 Baths. $639,000. MLS #683465. Builders custom home! Approx.

3160 sq.ft. with additional 700 sq.ft. guest suite/home office room over garage, includes full bath, dry bar, and workout area. Once inside, this beautiful home, you can appreciate all that it has to offer. Interior features include: 8’ tall doors and cased openings, detailed trim, coffered ceilings, new carpet in master bedroom,

2013 G3 Suncatcher 22 Ft. Pontoon Boat - F115 Hp Yamaha Outboard Engine, Galvanized Boat Trailer. $31,000.00 plus tax and fees. 910-457-0667.

Blackbarry Marine

Boats Sea Eagle Pro 330 Inflatable Kayak - 2 seats and paddles.

Easy to set up, use, carry and store. $225.

(910) 845-2330 2013 Triumph 17 Ft. Skiff - F70 Hp Yamaha Outboard Engine, EZ Loader Boat Trailer $20,575.00 plus tax and fees. 910-457-0667.

Blackbarry Marine

Yamaha engines ranging from 2.5 to 300hp. New at a great price. 457-0667.

Blackbarry Marine.

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801 N Howe St • Unit 4 • Southport,NC • 910.540.7206

Owner/Stylist Keri Crouch

HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY 4TH of July FROM Specializing in color, cuts, wedding & prom hair

Director: Cindy Sellers Accompanist: Jane Boberg

Sat June 28 7:30pm Sun June 29 3:00pm Odell Williamson Auditorium Brunswick Community College Hwy 17 — Bolivia, NC

Our concerts are always free. For more information: www.sea-notes.com

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Famous Subs and Pizza wishes to express their thanks for your continued patronage. The Vogiatzis family, originally from Greece, have come to Southport to offer the best Greek and Italian Cuisine.

You are sure to enjoy our unique selection of homemade food prepared especially for you by the members of our family. Again, thank you, and any suggestions you may have are welcomed.

Hearts & Sol Wellness Massage & Bodywork Therapy The LifeLine Technique™ Light Therapy Reiki

Gemstones & Holistic Essentials

BY APPOINTMENT, 7 DAYS A WEEK.

Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Cathy H. Johnston LMBT #1620 910-228-1035

Sharon Faw CLP, LMBT #3279 704-905-9535

Kristel Webb 910-547-9641

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spottings Bring the whole family and join us for a fun-filled ride through Southport’s historic waterfront district aboard our state-of-the-art tram!

Tuesday-Sunday 45 Minute Tour Covering: • History and Culture 10am-4pm • Movie Locations (weather permitting) • Spectacular Coastal Views Adults $10 • Shopping and Dining Children $5

Put Together The Pieces and The Autism/Asperger’s Support Group Of Southeast NC participated in the 4th of July Festival parade in 2013. Photo courtesy of Dina Scalia

Tour departs from Southport Visitors Center • 203 E. Bay Street 910-713-3373 www.southportfuntours.com

Spectators viewed floats, cars and beauty queens during the NC 4th of July Festival parade last year as it passed along Howe Street. Photo by Bethany Turner

PESCADO Y AMOR PAINT PARTIES & ART CLASSES!

Sgt. Rock performed on the main stage for live entertainment during the 2013 NC 4th of July Festival. Photo by Bethany Turner

Jackson Caison makes out the shapes of clouds as he relaxes on the Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn during last year’s festival. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Caison

If you are ready for a Creative day or night…Missy’s charming studio sets the mood for a personal class taught by the artist herself. Adult and Children classes available. Private parties.

Fun for the whole family!

Call today to register

8519 E. Oak Island Dr. • (910) 632-3908 www.pescadoyamor.com

Ella Caison, Jennifer Caison, and Lariann Allen make friends with a clown as he greeted guests ofthe 2013 NC 4th of July Festival parade. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Caison

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Zoe and Abrey Park chat between floats during the 2013 festival parade.

Photo courtesy of Lindsey Cartee

BBQ HOUSE

EUROPEAN TOUCH

5002 East Oak Island Dr. Oak Island, NC

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Irena Sedivy’s career in skin care spans 23 years in Europe. She has mastered various European skin care techniques 919-0906-0187

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Mon – Chicken Salad or Chicken Pot Pie Tues – Kid’s Night: Kids eat for

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For the most relaxing experience Laura Formerly of Healthy Hands Laura is now at European Brochure and Feet, Touch Spa 910-520-5606

$1 with purchase of adult house plate

Wed – Mega Discount Wednesday Thur- Soup or Chili Fri- Spaghetti Sat & Sun- Beef Brisket

Irena Sedivy

FACIALS, SKIN PEELS, MICRODERMABRASION, ACNE CARE, WAXING, AND EYELASH TINTING AND EXTENSIONS 919-0906-0187 Facials • 910-520-5606 Manicures and Pedicures

Escape from it all and refresh your spirit

108 West Owens St. #2 • Southport, NC 28461 • 919-906-0187 www.spaeuropeantouch.com

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910.201.1001 www.bestbbqonthebeach.com

NOW OPEN! Your New Neighborhood Pharmacy!

MEDICAID Patients Welcome!

Galloway-Sands Pharmacy

Call Us To Trasnfer Your RX Today!

“Faces you recognize, Service you count on, Advice You Trust!”

1513 N. Howe St. Suite 8 • Smithville Crossing • Behind the Wingate Inn

910•454•9090

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Kay Jolliff

(910) 523-0624 kayjolliff@gmail.com

122 PARK AVENUE This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Southport home has an open floor plan with hardwood floors. The outdoor living spaces include: rocking chair front porch, deck, and two screened porches on almost 1/2 acre. Exterior storage buildings include: pottery studio, separate workshop & storage building, all with electrical service plus a boat shed. Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $200,000. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

Village General Store

Jams, Jellies, & Local Honey. (336) 324-4801

Inspirations Today

Unique Gift items made locally to internationally, and Women’s Apparel.

(910) 805-4027

1118 East Beach Drive Oak Island – Second Row

Signa Scents

(Inside Inspirations Today) Vegan & Organic-based Soaps & Body Products of all types, made locally.

(910) 805-4027

Delight your palate with extraordinary cuisine.

Stacey’s Jewelry

Custom “Wire-wrapped Gemstone” Jewelry.

Crystals, art & gifts from the earth.

(508) 245-4819

Linda Carole Designs Freelance Artist & Instructor, Website Development.

Earth to Fire

A must see! Two separate units (3 BR, 2 BA each) used currently as a retreat by the owner. Great Investment property with a professional eye for decoration along with function. Great view, large decks, picnic tables, lots of storage. Listed at $429,000

Call John Dosher (910)448-0536 for your private showing appointment or view details online at www.MargaretRudd.com

Artisan Pottery Studio. (910) 742-4045

Debbie’s Hair Salon Currently has waiting list.

Locally owned by Bob and Gia

Open for Lunch and Dinner

11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

8300 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC

The Produce Stand Seasonal fruits and vegetables.

Forever Moments Photography

On-location, Newborns, & Weddings.

(910) 386-2520

Sound Wavez Studios

Vocal Recording, Music Production, Audio Engineering, & DJ Services. (910) 803-1112

Upscale Clothing Consignment

Men’s, Women’s, & Children’s Name Brands. (910) 617-2672

Everything Girls Want Handbags, Wallets, Costume Jewelry, Designer Shades, & Clothes.

(910) 448-0868

Carolina Manual Therapy Licensed Physical Therapist, Certified in Watsu Aquatic Therapy & much more. (910) 278-6794

The Southport Smoke House BBQ Real smoked favorites including brisket and ribs. (910) 363-5035

Located at 1102 N.Howe St. Southport, NC

910-276-6420

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Behind Southport Smokehouse BBQ, about a block from dosher hospital

Find us on Facebook for more information and FREEGiveaways

We’re Much More Than Companion Care

Personal Care • Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care • Meal Preparation Monitoring & Medication • Reminders Errands & Transportation Hospice & Respite Care • Light House Cleaning • Homemaking

“Good conversation and even better company”

On Call Service Available 24/7

Espresso Drinks • Organic Coffee • Smoothies • Bagels • Muffins • Gluten Free Pastries

Welcome Back to the Beach, we look forward to seeing you at the Flying Pig! Open 7 days a week, 7am - 2pm 6006 East Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC 910-278-5929

Call Today for Free In-Home Assessment 5101-4 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport

910-457-5300

Our 10th Year • Licensed Bonded & Insured • References Available

OPEN EVERY DAY

A Unique Shopping Experience Coastal Jewelry Collection • Handbags & Beach Totes “Coffee solves everything” Nautical Home Décor • Flag & Garden Décor

Jet Ski Rentals – Brand New Ski’s Hourly Rates Available Boat Rentals – Full and 1/2 Day Rates.

7 Boats to Choose from: Pontoons, Center Consoles, and Bow Riders

Hatley Baby & Kids • Woodstock Chimes • Calcutta Sunglasses Lindsey Phillips • Austrailian Natural Soaps and much more!

4557 Long Beach Rd., Southport NC • 910-477-9154

Across the street from Salvation Army • www.mermaidcovesouthport.com

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t s e c i n & t s e w e n s ’ t r o p South ace to nosh pl e e S e m Co David!

Offering Daily Wine and Beer Tastings Fresh local clams, shrimp from Brunswick catch Local produce from the Southport and Oak Island farmers markets.

NEW SPECIALS EVERY FRIDAY

Celebrate Bastilel day with a French menu and guest sommelier

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Southport NC 28461 • 910 363 1202