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NOVEMBER 2018 Vol. 7 | Issue 2 SouthportMag.com

Veteran’s Day

THANK YOU FOR SERVING!

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Being Thankful! November marks the real start of the season of giving thanks. Veteran’s Day is the perfect occasion to thank all those who have served our country, fought for our freedoms and sacrificed for liberty. We all know someone who has served... so take a moment and send them a quick text, email, or a phone call to thank them. Thanksgiving seems to comes a little early this year on the 22nd, the

perfect time to enjoy family and friends, get together and have fun with those we love and care about. Sharing memories, stories and of course, delicious food! But remember to be thankful for the blessings and gifts you have, and share some of that with someone less fortunate if you can. And if you are out shopping, SHOP LOCAL on Nov 24th - to support your small businesses. #smallbusinesssaturday PO Box 10175, Southport, NC 28461

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Start your Holiday Season in Historic Downtown Southport Christmas in Song Christmas at the Amuzu, 2018 111 N. Howe St. December 1,6,7,8, at 7:30 p.m. December 2,9 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets: $20 Each, Cash or Check Ricky Evans Gallery, Southport, NC or Color Me Carolina, Oak Island, NC Southport WinterFest Tea Party (Presenting Sponsors: Robert Ruark Society and the City of Southport) Saturday, December 1st 1 p.m. Southport Community Building An enchanting afternoon with special holiday entertainment. Proceeds will benefit the Southport Forestry Committee Tickets: $40 Annual Cookie Contest (Sponsored by The State Port Pilot) Wednesday, December 5th 3 - 5:30 p.m. Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay St.

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Supper with Santa’s Elves (Sponsored by Southport Parks & Recreation) Wednesday, December 5th 5 - 7 p.m. - $5 per child 209 Atlantic Ave., beside Southport Gym Christmas Movie “Polar Express” (Sponsored by Southport Parks & Recreation) Thursday, December 6th 5 - 8 p.m. Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn Chairs/blankets are encouraged. Costumed WinterFest History Tour (Sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport) Friday, December 7h 3 p.m. at 204 E. Moore St. Tour will Commemorate the end of the Golden Age of Piracy. Light Up the Night Christmas Fire Engine Parade (Sponsored by Southport Fire Department) Friday, December 7th, Children will board the fire engines at the Southport Fire Station at 5:30 p.m. Parade at 6:30 p.m. Parade route: Waterfront Park, down Howe St., back to the Southport Fire Station. Following the parade, children are invited to visit with Santa and receive a gift. Concessions available..

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Winter Craft Festival (Sponsored by Downtown Southport, Inc.) Saturday, December 8th 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Franklin Square Park All handmade - home grown items. Visit www.downtownsouthport.org for vendor information. Book Sale (Sponsored by Friends of the Library) Saturday, December 8th 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe St. Santa’s Workshop (Sponsored by Southport Parks & Recreation) Saturday, December 8th 10 - 11 a.m. 209 Atlantic Ave., beside Southport Gym. Crafts for children. WinterFest Performing Arts (Sponsored by Brunswick Arts Council) Saturday, December 8th 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay St. Performing arts, singing, dancing, etc.

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Christmas Tour of Homes (Sponsored by Southport Historical Society) Saturday, December 8th 1- 6 p.m. Tickets and maps available Nov 21th at the Southport Historical Society Museum Store, located at the Fort Johnston-Southport Museum and Visitors’ Center Tickets: $15 in advance - $20 day of the tour Christmas Flotilla (Sponsored by Cape Fear Yacht Club, Downtown Southport, Inc., Southport Magazine, and the City of Southport) Saturday, December 8th 7 p.m. on the Southport Waterfront. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the beauty of the Christmas lights bouncing off the water. Judges - Southport Elementary School Art Class Students.

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CURRENTS Honoring Veterans

The US Coast Guard - protecting our coast STORY BY LISA STITES

very year on Veterans Day, we take time to thank all those who have served our country. For some local veterans though, their service to our country didn’t end when they left the military.

The Oak Island Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 10-5, has been offering support and service to the Oak Island Coast Guard Station since January 7, 1967 The current Flotilla operates with almost 100 people, and several of them have military service in their background. Dawn Smith handles public education for the local Flotilla. Though she volunteers her time now, it’s not her first tour of duty at the Oak Island Station. A little more than 10 years ago, Smith served approximately three years as Officer in Charge, the top position at the Oak Island Station. After Oak Island, she was reassigned, first to Corpus Christi, Texas, then finishing her 32-year career in Cape May, New Jersey. After she retired, she returned home to Brunswick County. She learned to love the area, and the people, when she was stationed at Oak Island years ago. Living in Boiling Spring Lakes gives her the best of everything, with proximity to Wilmington and to the County’s beaches. She also loves the friendly, laid-back atmosphere of Brunswick County. “It was surprising to me when I first got here - I would be driving and someone

along the side of the road would wave,” she said. Four years ago, she started volunteering with the Auxiliary. “I wanted to still be part of the Coast Guard and assist in what they do, support the troops, the crew, anyway I can,” Smith said. “It’s an honor to be able to serve.” Smith’s love of country and the military started early, from birth, really. Smith’s father was also in the Coast Guard. When she was six months old, her mother made her very first Coast Guard outfit. She had another when she was four, and then when she was 11 or 12, she got to ride on “her Dad’s” Cutter. She also remembers having to polish his shoes. When she was 17, she joined the Coast Guard herself. “I liked the idea of rescuing people,” she recalled. “Being out on the water is awesome.” Besides being an Officer in Charge, Smith was also a Master Chief, the highest rank an enlisted person can reach in the Coast Guard. Only about 1 percent of people in the Coast Guard become a Master Chief. Now with the Auxiliary, Smith’s focus is

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CURRENTS mainly on education. She stands watch at the Oak Island Station for four hours every Monday, and also organized and leads boating safety classes. Auxiliary members can dedicate as little or as much time as they want to support the crew. Smith said the crew at Oak Island is great, and really easy to work with. She said when she first started volunteering though, some of them were a little wary. “I was a Master Chief and an Officer in Charge,” she said. “They have figured out that I am not here to command, I’m only here to help. I am just here to support.” With her focus on education, Smith now teaches boating safety classes, held a few times throughout the year. “I like the instruction,” she said. “People want to do the right thing and not get into an accident. I respect them for that.” Classes are required for any boater born after 1988, but Smith said that many Officer Dawn Smith people who aren’t required to still take safety classes. Smith said she really enjoys teaching classes, especially fielding some Coast Guard career. of the “creative” questions people come While she was stationed in New London, up with. But nothing she sees now will Connecticut, she was on patrol in Long likely top her funniest experience in her Island Sound. A call came in that there

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were two young men on top of a buoy two to three miles offshore, with no boat around. A Good Samaritan had called it in, and was asked to retrieve the men from the buoy. But the men didn’t want to leave the buoy. The Coast Guard reached the buoy approximately 15 to 20 minutes later and found the men, who were in their underwear. The Coast Guard made them get on the boat, and overheard one guy tell the other not to give his real name. Convinced they didn’t want to be charged with giving false names, the men finally shared their story. They had met girls at a party. The girls had a boat and took them for a ride. They convinced the men to pose for a picture on the buoy with no clothes. Then the girls said they forgot their camera and left them there. Smith said the men were convinced the girls were on their way back when the Good Samaritan tried to rescue them. “It’s people like these that keep life entertaining and keep the Coast Guard employed,” Smith said. Anyone over the age of 17 can serve in the Auxiliary. Volunteers help on patrols,

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CURRENTS It’s Horseplay!

Honoring military families and first responders in the best way STORY BY KASS FINCHER

n the beautiful 60-acre Horseplay Farms in Bolivia, the nonprofit Our Heroes Inc. will host its annual Military and First Responders Appreciation Day this month. The fun event will offer live entertainment, food trucks, and equine and recreational activities.

Our Heroes Inc. was founded in 2013 by Ruth Jenkins, a native of Southport and retired De-partment of the Army civilian, who is married to Phillip Jenkins, a retired Army veteran. Coming from a military background, they are familiar with the life challenges that face many veterans and their families, and their goal with Our Heroes programs is to support those individuals. The Military and First Responders

Program offered by Our Heroes provides affordable, or low or no-cost, Equine Assisted Activities and Therapy (EAAT) services. Research has shown that interacting with horses, whose heartbeat is slower than ours, has a calming and positive effect on a person’s social interaction and skills like decision making, multi-tasking and following direc-tions. People suffering from brain injuries or PTSD, who don’t benefit from traditional therapy, have

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CURRENTS 8 p.m. and is open to veterans and their families. There are special equine activities as well as a meal and an informal speaker. Eve-ryone is welcome. Besides working with military families, Our Heroes offers equine and recreational therapy pro-grams for children who are disadvantaged or who suffer from autism and other behavioral dis-orders. Other programs include a family communication program and leadership/team building workshops. The farm’s therapy programs are possible due to a dedicated and talented staff. Our Heroes ex-ecutive director, Jennifer Witkowski, is a licensed counselor with multiple certifications in equine activities. Coming from a military family herself, she has seen firsthand the trauma that combat can have on military families. She has spent many years supporting veterans, first responders and their families through counseling and education. Allie Sabo, instructor and equine specialist for Horseplay Farms, develops and provides the equine therapy and recreational activities for participants. One recent

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activity involved the two miniature horses. Sabo set up obstacles and formed two teams of people who had to get the horses to go over and around the obstacles, but

they couldn’t speak to each other or touch the horses. It was all about nonverbal communication and body language. And one cannot leave out the farm’s primary draw, “Cowboy,” who is the lead therapy horse for Our Heroes. He was donated to the program by the mother of a young soldier who took his own life after suffering from PTSD and pain from injuries in Afghanistan. Many of the participants in Our Heroes programs tell the facilitators that they feel they have turned a corner thanks to equine therapy. Jenkins shared the remarks of Buck – a disabled Air Force veteran – about his experiences at the farm. “The only thing I had felt for years was anger and shame,” Ruth recalled Buck saying. “After equine therapy, I am learning to feel other things like hope and love. It is very prickly because it is so unfamiliar, and yet so worth the work. PTSD had erased reality and I was living in the past. Being face to face with the honesty of the horses bridged the gap between mind, body and spirit. Equine therapy led me back to the soul I had lost.” Ruth emphasizes the sense of community that the veterans and their families feel when they come out to the farm. “It’s important for people to know it’s not just about equine therapy,” she stressed. “They are welcome to just come out and breathe in the air. We have a lot of veterans who volunteer – it’s therapeutic for them just to come out and help groom the horses, clean tack or repair fences. The focus is to get people out of their shells, to come out and just enjoy the outdoors. “One of our veterans – Don – cleans tack,” she continued. “He has such attention to detail; he’s amazing. He met the Command Sergeant Major Dunn from Sunny Point who was here on a Mili-tary Monday, and he asked are you a hugger? She said yes, and they hugged. He was thrilled to meet her and said: ‘this old Navy man got to hug a command sergeant major twice!’” Ruth relates the stressors that veterans often feel after serving and coming back home. “Our ul-timate goal is to reach some of the younger veterans who have come back, because when they’re at Fort Bragg or Camp Lejeune they have a support network,” she said. “When they come back here they don’t have that. Some with PTSD have a hard time getting to take part in things. They don’t want to hear the word ‘therapeutic’ so we encourage them to just come out and socialize with others who might share their experiences. One veteran from Camp Lejeune came down

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and was deathly afraid of horses. But within a day, he is in the pasture petting this old draft mule. Then another horse came up and got close to him. Horses are very sensitive, empathic, curious and intelligent creatures. By the end of the day he was petting both of them.” Besides individual and corporate donations, much of Our Heroes funding comes from services offered by the other organization founded by Ruth and Phillip Jenkins – the for-profit Horseplay Farms, which offers boarding, horse riding lessons and youth camps. The farm currently boards ten horses; another ten are owned by the farm. The recent hurricane prompted Ruth and Jen-nifer to work on developing a program for horse rescue during disaster conditions. Their East-ern NC Emergency Equine Assistance plan is to assist with rescue, reentry and resources for the local area equine community should disaster once again occur. As for the results of Hurricane Florence on the farm, pastures were already cleared so there were no trees down. The horses were grouped into five different herds for each pasture. Ruth described the process. “It’s important to not have horses enclosed during a bad storm; they could be hurt if the stall collapses. They are herd animals and have to be free to move around based on their instincts. We braided ID tags into their manes, so in case they got out of the pas-ture our neighbors could identify them. Then we had to group each herd based on which horses play well together. Who’s the alpha and who’s low on the totem pole – they all have their little groups and cliques. Cowboy is a huge quarterhorse but he is totally subordinate to our little res-cue paint named Bertie – she totally controls Cowboy.” All of the horses came out fine; none escaped the farm. It seems they know they have a good home there. To continue caring for the horses and offer low-cost or no-cost equine activities, Our Heroes Inc. seeks the support of our community through donations and volunteering. Vis-it www.ourheroesinc.org for more information on how you can be a part of this wonderful work. Horseplay Farms and Our Heroes Inc. 1757 Clemmons Road SE Bolivia, NC 28422 910-253-7722

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Community

Dog Games

Puppy fun for the whole family STORY BY KASS FINCHER

oming up on November 10th at Middleton Park in Oak Island is the first annual Oak Island Dog Games. Canine competitors will entertain us with dock jumping, races, disc catching and more antics. Everyone is welcome to come and bring your fur babies – to compete in the fun or to simply spectate. The donations of $5 per attendee will benefit the Sergei Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance and other resources for lifesaving veterinary medical care for sick or injured pets. The Foundation began five years ago in Winston-Salem, where founder Karen Fullerton lived at the time. When her beloved 12 year-old husky Sergei fell terminally ill with immune system failure resulting from various bacterial infections, Karen, like many pet owners who have run out of options, had to face the sad decision for euthanasia. Almost immediately thereafter, she founded the Sergei Foundation in his memory.

“The reason I started was actually to help the humans with the guilt they feel when they can’t save their pets,” Fullerton’s motivation went beyond her love for animals. “The reason I started was actually to help the humans with the guilt they feel when they can’t save their pets,” she explains. “I felt so bad myself; we did all we could but we couldn’t save him. And I thought – what about those families who can’t afford to treat their pets? I love animals, but

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it’s to help the humans who are good pet parents, who have provided vet care, perhaps paid for something like an x-ray but can’t afford the resulting treatment. We go beyond financial help – if we don’t grant money, we can often give them resources that they don’t know about, like a referral to a vet who provides a free consult or exam. Sometimes our board’s orthopaedic vet will review x-rays or their vet’s treatment recommendations and offer other options for them to consider. We focus on one-time treatable accidents or illnesses, nothing chronic, ongoing or preventable illnesses like Parvo.” The Foundation has sponsored the Triad Dog Games for five years, and after Fullerton moved to Oak Island earlier this year she wanted to expand to this area. The Middleton Park event is free, but donations are requested to help fund the organization’s efforts in our area. Fullerton says the Foundation has, up to this point, received about 250-300 applications for assistance each year,

and she fully expects that number to grow as their work becomes known in the Southport-Oak Island area. Applicants can apply through the website at www.SergeiFoundation. org either before or after the pet’s care is underway. The Oak Island Dog Games event will showcase dogs from all over who travel to compete in similar events. If your dog is not quite up to dock jumping, disc tossing or agility challenges, he/she can still watch and, if inspired, perhaps participate in a practice session for a $10 pass. So come out and support the Sergei Foundation as it gets started in our community. As the slogan for the Foundation – “Because They’re Family”– reminds us, our pets are more than companions, they are definitely part of our families. So help support the organization and join in the fun with the canine athletes, at the Oak Island Dog Games on November 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Find more information on the event at www.NCDogGames.com.

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Florence brings the community together STORY BY KASS FINCHER

hen Trinity United Methodist pastor of discipleship Mark Hicks was contacted by the Red Cross (RC) right after Hurricane Florence, he was asked a simple question — Would you be will-ing to shelter the responders at your church? — the disaster coordinator asked. Pastor Mark’s response was quick. “We went to the church leadership and decided, yes, this is something we wanted to do,” he said. “We wanted to help every single way we could. We made room for them upstairs in some of our Sunday School rooms and they moved right in!” The 23 responders from all over the country would be staging their kitchen #10 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Bolivia, working over the two weeks to

provide hot meals for lunch and dinner every day the community needed them. Justin Nolan from Waycross, Georgia was the kitchen manager for BSL Mayor Craig Castor with two volunteers, Virginia & kitchen manager Justin Nolan

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the RC volunteers. “Pastor Mark was awesome,” says Justin. “The only problem was we had no showers, so that was a challenge. But we were happy to be there.” As the manager, Nolan’s responsibilities included not only managing the RC team, but making contact with community leaders in order to determine where best to send out the feeding teams and how many meals to provide. Over time, they interacted with people from Boiling Spring Lakes, Shallotte, Leland, Supply, Bolivia, Cedar Grove and Southport, serving thousands of hot meals to area residents in need. Nolan’s leadership here was his first, but he has been a RC volunteer for six years. “I started with Hurricane Sandy,” he related. “I was there for three months as an emergency response ve-hicle (ERV) driver. I stayed at 14 different hotels – that’s how it works. I was in Texas twice – for Harvey and another storm. Also West Virginia, Florida, Louisiana, Georgia, North and South Car-olina.”

His experience in traveling to disasters far and wide is not unusual for the volunteers. I worked with the feeding teams on two separate days here and met Isabelle from Oklahoma, Michelle from Colorado, Bill from Connecticut, Jeanette from Florida, Charlie from Illinois, Kathy from Raleigh and Mary from Virginia. Mary had spent three weeks in Puerto Rico and could not begin to describe the devastation. I asked Charlie and Kathy about how they got involved. Charlie described his first deployment – to Hurricane Katrina. “Watching on TV what was going on in New Orleans, I talked to my wife and just felt I needed to do something,” he says. “I went out the next day and joined the Red Cross local chapter. They gave me the necessary training and figured out how to get me there. Two days later I was there, stayed for three weeks. It’s usually a two week commitment, but since it was such a big, widespread disaster, they needed us longer. I did feedings; on a normal day we served 250 people.

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Community Some places we went we served 500 – and it’s two meals per day. I’ve worked on two or three hurricanes, four or five tornadoes, wildfires, floods. All the way from Florida to SanDiego. I think the tornadoes are equally distressing because it’s more local-ized, whereas hurricanes are more spread out. The significant damage and shattered lives after tornadoes is horrifying.” Kathy has her own experiences. “My first was Sandy,” she recalled. “I had just finished my training where I lived at the time in Toledo. I didn’t know what to expect, but people look out for you, they don’t put you in harm’s way. I have been to New Jersey twice – once once imme-diately after the disaster, then in February later when people were getting back into their homes. I’ve also been to areas having wildfires and floods.” They both talk about the process and how their families manage when they are away. “You put dates down when you can be deployed and the RC coordinator contacts you when the need is there,” says Charlie. “You make sure you put availability up when family or friends can fill in the gaps but it’s hard on the family. We don’t change our plans because there are a lot of RC people that can fill in. I only do one per year because it’s stressful on everyone and I need to give it my all when I do go.” Like many others, Charlie works on his local disaster team back home and promotes the RC wherever he goes. “On my local disaster team, I go to home fires. I also do orientation and placement for new RC people. I sell the RC every day, tell people all the advantages, the pleas-ures I’ve personally been able to take for my life. I’ve taught my kids, that it’s very important for us to help others, to give of ourselves. It’s a wonderful feeling that we get, no matter how bad the disaster, no matter how rough the shelter conditions might be, it’s all worthwhile! I smile all the time, everybody does it their own way. I love meeting the people, getting to know the peo-ple, getting hugs.” Watching Kathy and Charlie work

Isabelle, Justin and Mary - Red Cross volunteers

together at the feeding sites, I would echo his sentiment. Charlie’s wit and Kathy’s bubbly personality bring smiles to the faces of the clients being served, despite the tough conditions many are dealing with in the storm’s aftermath. At one of the feeding sites, Kathy asked several of the men picking up meals to “dance for your supper.” They happily complied; we all laughed together.

Staging area for supplies and volunteers, Mt Olive Baptist Church

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Charlie summed up how the RC volunteers see their work together. “We come from all different backgrounds but once we put that Red Cross vest on, we’re all equal.” And kudos to Trinity Methodist Church for their own efforts with other churches in the area in complementing the work of the Red Cross. “We cooked hot meals for two weeks out of our fellowship hall and served about 300 people every day”, said Pastor Mark. People came and picked them up and some volunteers delivered meals. It has been a beautiful thing – it’s really brought people to-gether. We should be very proud of how the whole community came together during this storm.”

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Art Beat Vibrant Watercolors

Local artist and teacher Dick Staat gives us the scoop on his creations STORY & PHOTOS BY CARLA EDSTROM

was recently asked to be a live model for the Thursday drawing class at the Franklin Square Gallery, which I gladly accepted. The job is to basically stand or sit completely still for upwards of 20 minutes at a time. There is a challenge to this since you really have to concentrate on not moving and focus on one solitary thing in the room like a part of a door or window frame. And hold the pose even if your foot falls asleep at the 10-minute mark. Drawing a live model is a val-uable tool for artists when they are mastering figure drawing, and this class consists of many levels of artists including professional watercolor artist and teacher Dick Staat. Staat is Southport known for watercolor

a well-known icon in the art community who is best his outstand-ing transparent paintings. I was surprised to

see him in a drawing class with all his expertise in painting. But when I spoke to him in his studio man cave, he told me that the best advice he could give someone who wanted to be a

Dick Staat with some of his artwork

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Art Beat painter is that you have to learn how to draw. He explained to me that drawing is important to all artists whether a painter or sculptore. “Start drawing,” he said. “Before you become a good painter, you must learn to draw. The masters all started by first drawing. Picasso was an excellent representative artist before he became a con-temporary abstract artist,” he said. The artist’s outstanding watercolor paintings are created with using only transparent watercolor paints as opposed to opaque. With transparent watercolor, the paint permits light to penetrate through, which allows the white surface of the paper or painting underneath to show through the color. These pigments are more finely textured and when multiple layers of transparent col-ors are painted on top of each other, the color beneath will show through, changing its appearance. Staat’s paintings are multileveled, with layers of color depth and dimension which makes his paintings look soft and the colors intermingle in a very appealing realistic way. He explained that a great deal of planning is necessary prior to the first brush stroke of transparent watercolors as there is little room for mistakes. Staat originally went to college for architecture. “I quickly found out that there was a lot more to architecture than painting pretty house pictures, so I dropped out and was immediately drafted into the Army,“ said Staat. After two years of service in Korea, he enrolled in college on the GI Bill. He graduated from Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Commercial Art. “I worked for 35 years as a commercial artist,” he explained. “Mostly for advertising agencies and my own business, Concept Art and Design, for 14 years,” he said. Staat’s teaching and experience is highly

in the classes were advanced. What they were looking for was a place someone to critique their work and suggest ways to make their paintings better,” said Staat. “Many of the students in the class are teachers themselves.” So the class has become a good place to offer constructive criticism to each other to better their art. Staat resides in Oak Island with his wife of 66 years, Jo Ann. You can see his work exhibited at The Franklin Square Gallery in Southport and the Sunset River Market Place in Calabash. He al-so has paintings permanently exhibited in the Brunswick County Courthouse lobby of local art scenes and he also painted a large wall mural in the new Coast Guard Station on Oak Is-land. You can reach Staat at richstaat@gmail.com and see his work online www.fineartamerica.com

sought after. He has given watercolor workshops for the Oak Island Art Guild and The Wilmington Art Association in Wilmington. He is a member of The Associated Artists of Southport, The Oak Island Art Guild (where he is a past president), The Central Ohio Watercolor Society, and a signature member of The

Watercolor Society of North Carolina. He has received national, state, regional and local awards in juried exhibitions in North Carolina and Ohio. His watercolor paintings can be found in public buildings and corpo-rate and private collections throughout the country. Aside from painting, Staat also enjoys woodworking and building ship models. He also builds his own frames for his paintings, which cuts down on the high costs of framing that all artists face. He currently teaches a weekly watercolor class in The Franklin Square Gallery but he explained that he doesn’t consider himself a teacher there, as the class has very advanced high level art-ists. “When I took over the Tuesday class I tried to teach but I soon realized that many of the artists

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SHOWCASE Jeanne Jolly

Listen Up Brunswick Season off to a great start!

OVEMBER 10 at Brunswick County Community College “Listen Up Brunswick County”, Bolivia, NC Jeanne Jolly lights up the stage. Get your tickets now before they sell out. For critically-acclaimed singersongwriter Jeanne Jolly, it was a bittersweet transitional period that inspired her most soulful and vulnerable album to date. Aptly, she called her sophomore album, to be released October 2, A Place To Run. “When I look at this record, I realize every song speaks to that title,” the Raleigh, North Carolina-based artist explained. “There are songs about a place

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Jeanne Jolly - photo by Celeste McLean Young

On A Place To Run, her music background comes together organically, like never before. Her ac-complished musicality, intimate lyrics, and passion and respect for the heritage of country, folk, and soul music smoothly blend together with elegant earthiness. A Place To Run is grittier and heavier, in terms of groove and lyrical content, than any of Jeanne’s previous releases. “We were going for a more soulful and unrestricted sound this time around.” Jolly confirmed. “The rich and earthy sounds of Wurlitzer organs, woodwinds, lap steel, Juno, guitars, and thick vocal harmonies bring a deeper and more soul stirring sound overall.” The album finds Jolly reunited with childhood friend (they’ve been buds since kindergarten) and musical confidante Chris Boerner, who is her guitarist, co-writer on their song, “Boundless Love,” and previously produced her debut, Angels. “Chris gets my language, I trust him, and he’s the groove master,” Jolly says. Boemer produced, mixed, and mastered A Place To Run. The album was tracked at The Fidelitorium in Kernersville, NC with a special eight-piece band. “We carefully chose the musicians we love to record with us,” Jolly reveals. Besides Boerner, the band features Jeanne’s longtime pedal steel player Allyn Love, Phil Cook and Brad Cook from the acclaimed Raleigh band Megafaun, and Bon Iver drummer Matt McCaughan, among other stellar

instrumentalists James Wallace and Matt Douglas. The profound themes of love, loss, and running between these extremes, permeate the album. On the countryporch soul of “Gypsy Skin,” Jolly sings, “Let me be your sweet relief/let me light up your darkest night.” Here, she offers a place for her lover to run to, as a home away from a restless heart. The beautifully complex tapestry of moony melodicism on “California” cycles through acceptance and mourning until reaching a peaceful closure. The album title is from a lyric in the swampy and stately “Boundless Love.” “That song is about the fact that everyone needs a place to run. The message is–don’t put limitations on love and expression, be free and bold with your love, and pray with your feet moving. Don’t wait around for life to come to you.” Jolly said. A Place To Run turned out to be a threeyear journey. “In that time, I’ve winded down the tour-ing of my last album, soaked in my life here in North Carolina with family, and focused more on my songwriting. I’ve definitely come to a better understanding of my own balance with this mu-sical carrot that dangles in front of me every single day and the renewal that comes from putting it down to walk with my husband and dog.” Jolly said reflectively. “Now, I’m busting at the seams to get out there and share this music live.” Source - Jeannejolly.com

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he Brunswick Little Theatre presents ELF and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas at the Amuzu! Christmas is just around the corner, and these productions will surely get you into the holiday spirit of cheer and giving. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss these holiday favorites and support your local community theatre this season.

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Selections from a variety of sacred and secular music will provide just the festive atmosphere to get everyone into the holiday spirit. Expect to hear classic favorites as well as more contemporary selections. Plan now to start your holiday joy with the Amuzu. This event is part of the Southport Winterfest.

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Savor Bella Good!

Bella Cucina offers a wide range of delicious Italian dishes, delicioso STORY BY KASS FINCHER

favorite with locals, Bella Cucina is a family-owned restaurant featuring traditional Tuscan cuisine. Featuring recipes and dishes handed down through their family for generations, owners Tom McAndrews Sr. and his son Tom McAndrews III have served the community since 2004. First opening as a deli, the McAndrews then added New York style pizza, and the hand-tossed favorite took off. The takeout area still remains, but the space was opened up over time to

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produce, seafood and shellfish, Tom Sr. describes the restaurant’s simple but successful approach: “We let the ingredients speak for themselves.” The standard menu includes the popular Italian pasta staples – spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna, ravioli – but they carry the qualities of fine Italian cooking with unique and distinctive sauces. The restaurant also offers weekly specials – always including a local seafood dish and a unique pasta

selection. The seafood special almost always sells out. And of course hand-tossed New York style pizza, calzone and stromboli are popular take-out items for Bella. One of the favorites is their Venetian pizza, made with spinach, tomatoes, garlic and olive oil (the last two are Italian must-ingredients). The Roma is also a fave – it’s a meat lover’s pizza with Italian sausage, pepperoni, meatballs and salami.

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The father and son owners originally hailed from New York and California, respectively. They vacationed in our area frequently since the 1970s so they were familiar with it and felt they could offer a special approach with their restaurant. Tom Sr. had known a number of restaurant owners and chefs from his own dining-out days in New York, so he had been able to get from them sort of an “inside scoop” on what makes a quality dining experience. Bella’s current chef – John Turner – learned from his own chef father. And the McAndrews brought him along with the help of a recent chef advisor. “We taught him the Italian way,” says Tom Sr., “the nuances of fine Italian cooking with an emphasis on quality and consistency in the sauces. He was a quick learner.” Tom III has two sons who also help out at the restaurant on occasion – Jared in bartending and managing the staff, and Keith in making pasta for the weekly specials. Most of the staff of 20-25 are students and teachers, so the busy summer season works well for their schedules, because they can take on more hours. Though the summer months are the busiest, Tom III says they didn’t really open with a focus on tourists; they just wanted to be a part of the local community. And that they have. After the recent hurricane, Bella stepped up to contribute to first responders like the Boiling Springs volunteer fire department and the National Guard. They also donated pizza and salad at Cape Fear Fitness to help feed the community.

The owners also support the Military Appreciation Days in Southport and St. James with donations and gift certificates. And they are very involved with the Knights of Columbus, whose fund-raising activities contribute regularly to local charities in Brunswick County. Although Bella is the first and only restaurant for Tom Sr. and Tom III, the results prove they know what they’re doing. Staff turnover is virtually nonexistent; there is a waiting list for servers. Tom III says “when our employees move on, they always come back to see us. I think they appreciate the way we treat them.” As for the restaurant patrons, Tom Sr. says, “We are fortunate to have a core clientele that really supports us.” And as any restaurateur will tell you, that type of local support is a necessity for survival. “If you look around, how many restaurants have been here 14 years?” asks Tom Sr. “And with the same owners?” Good point. Success is often very dependent on customer loyalty, which can be hard to come by in the competitive restaurant business. But not for Bella Cucina. They have earned it through their commitment to fresh, authentic Italian food and welcoming service. Visit Bella Cucina for a taste of Italy and you’ll see why they’re a Southport favorite.

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Southport Tree Lighting Ceremony Franklin Square Park Friday November 23 Refreshments at 4:30 p.m. Ceremony at 5 p.m. The evening begins with a countdown to the ligh�ng of our big holiday tree by Mayor Dove. Delight in the sounds of choirs, sing along to favorite holiday songs, and enjoy a new tradi�on - the reading of “The Night Before Christmas”! Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and yummy cookies that will be provided under the glow of Southport’s holiday lights. Sponsored by Southport Beau�ﬁca�on Commi�ee

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Proceeds will benefit Forestry Committee projects aimed at preserving the Indian Trail Tree and other significant Southport Live Oaks & Historical Trees.

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MUSIC LINEUP FOR NOVEMBER

We are repaired and back open! Join us in November for great food, great music and great people!

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CHEERS Perk Up with Coffee Beers Rich taste for coffee and beer lovers STORY & PHOTOS BY JEFFREY STITES

offee ranks right up there as one of this world’s great blessings, as does beer. So is it crazy to want to combine the two? I mean, one is a traditional day-starter and one a traditional dayender, but both are highly anticipated treats. One perks you up with caffeine and the other mel-lows you out with alcohol, but both tend to be mood enhancers. If you think about it, they belong together. Luckily for us, I wasn’t the first person to come to this conclusion and coffee-infused beers are relatively easy to come by. There are a few ways to mash up coffee goodness with beer deliciousness -- mixing cold brew coffee directly into your finished beer, steeping your beer as it ages with coffee beans, or both. Traditionally, dark beers are used, as the flavor profiles of stouts, porters and brown ales com-plement the coffee’s natural bitterness. Some breweries are experimenting, and apparently having some success, with coffee-infused IPAs, but I couldn’t find any of those and I’m not sure I’m interested anyhow. I have sampled three coffee beers for you, one porter, one stout and one brown ale, including beers using both coffee infusion methods. These are not inexpensive brews. I purchased them at Grape & Ale and each was around $3 a bottle, but these aren’t beers you want to drink by the 12-pack. These are unique and flavorful beers meant to be enjoyed and savored to the fullest. Oskar Blues Hotbox Coffee Porter 6.5% ABV 30 IBU The Label Says: Porter with Hotbox Roasters Cold Brew Coffee added My Take: What was once an eagerly anticipated fall seasonal brew has, as of this August, be-come a year-round offering, and we should all be very glad. Oskar Blues uses cold brew coffee from its sister company Hotbox Roasters to infuse what is already a deliciously malty porter with some powerful flavors. The coffee is custom-made for this beer using a blend of Central Ameri-can beans that complement

the porter perfectly. If you’ve never tried a coffee-infused beer, this is a great place to start. Just be aware that once you’ve had a Hotbox Porter, you’ll have a hard time finding anything better. Cigar City Cubano-Style Espresso Brown Ale 5.5% ABV 25 IBU The Label Says: This English-style Brown Ale is brewed with a heaping of Cuban-style espresso beans from Tampa’s Buddy Brew Coffee. Lactose and cacao are added as well, creating a bold ale that brings to mind a fine cup of Cuban coffee. My Take: Ok, so maybe I spoke too soon. As good as the Hotbox Porter was, this is even better. I think it’s entirely the difference in the coffee used that sets the Cubano-Style Espresso apart for me, though. Both beers let the coffee flavors come through loud and clear and I simply enjoy the espresso beans from Cigar City’s partner, Buddy Brew Coffee, better than the more traditional brew from Hotbox. It’s worth mentioning that Cigar City chose to steep their ale with the coffee beans rather than mix it with a cold brew as Oskar Blues did. I’m not certain that makes a ton of difference as far as flavor goes as both beers had an equally strong coffee element. Cigar City also added lactose and cacao nibs to their Cubano-Style Espresso, imparting a tiny bit of chocolate and allowing the brown ale to drink as smooth, almost creamy smooth, as a porter or stout.

All of this just simply works. The folks down at Tampa’s Cigar City brewery have hit it out of the park with this one. Alltech’s Lexington Brewing Company Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Coffee Stout 8% ABV 18 IBU The Label Says: Stout brewed with coffee and aged in oak barrels with Haitian coffee. My Take: Rather than choose between the cold brew infusion method and the steep with the beans method of blending coffee and beer together, this stout uses both. The result is hard to tell from either of the previous beers as far as the presence of coffee flavors is concerned, but that is not to say they failed in any way, as the beer is delicious. As good as this brew is, it’s still my least favorite of the three. I believe it goes back to the coffee used. Lexington Brewing used Citadelle Haitian coffee and its lightly roasted beans in this stout. While it really blends well with the beer, I simply prefer the espresso roast from Cigar City. But take this as a lesson for yourself and choose your own coffee beer based as much, if not more, on your taste in coffee as your taste in beer. There was a negligible difference between the three beer styles used, stout, porter and brown ale. It was, in the end, the coffee that made the difference. But in truth, I’d be really happy with any one of these beers at the end of the day.

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Fine International Bistro Dining & Gourmet Gift Items

It’s Time for the Holidays at Ports of Call! Join Us for Thanksgiving Day 11:30 - 3:00 pm

We’ll be serving 3 Courses - Soup or Salad, A Classic Turkey (or) Prime Rib-based Entree, and Dessert $40 per person plus tax and gratuity

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We will be Serving a Christmas Eve Prix- Fixe and New Year’s Eve Prix-Fixe Dinner This Season Join us for the

Chef’s Tasting & Wine Prix-Fixe Dinner Thursday, November 15th, 2018 The Theme for this Month’s Dinner is “Napa/Sonoma, California”

Reservations Suggested: Phone/Reservations: 910-457-4544 116 North Howe Street- Historic Downtown Southport portsofcallbistro.com We have Started our New Fall Hours: Tues. - Sat. Lunch: 11:30 am – 3:00 pm Tues. Sat. Dinner: 5:00 pm – Closing Sunday Brunch: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Our Menus, Daily Specials, Prix Fixe Menus, Music Performances, and Theme Events are Posted on the Ports of Call Facebook Page

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KITCHEN The Adams Family

Traditional Dishes

Staff picks for some family holiday recipes

nstead of just one kitchen dish, we thought we share some of our staff members favorite holiday traditional recipes, meals and family secrets to warm your belly for Thanksgiving and Christmas

KRIS BEASLEY:

My mom always made Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding for Christmas Eve Dinner. It’s really easy and so yummy. You can use the beef drippings or just vegetable oil. And you can make in a jelly roll pan or muffin tin. The key is to get the pan and oil really hot before you pour in the pudding! My husband, Alan, is now a big fan!

Adams Family Yorkshire Pudding 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 3/4 tea salt 3/4 cup milk, at room temp 3 eggs, at room temp 3/4 cup water 1/2 cupp beef drippings or vegetable oil Mix flour and salt together until blended. Make a well in the flour, add the mild, and

whisk until consistent. Beat the eggs into the batter. Add water and beat again until the mixture is light and frothy. Set aside for an hour (or, if it’s the day before, cover in the fridge overnight). If the batter has been refrigerated, allow it to come up to room temperate before using. When the roast beef is ready to come out of the oven, ready the mixture. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Pour off drippings from roast beef and measure out desired amount (about 1/2 cup should do). Pour dripping into a 9x12 inch baking dish or muffin tin and place into the over until the drippings sizzle. Pour the batter over the drippings and bake for 30 minutes (or until the side have risen and are golden brown). Cut into portions and serve immediately.

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KITCHEN

AMI BROWN:

My mom is known by this amazing Lemon Pie. Everytime we go to a church function, family gathering, or even a wedding... everyone wants my mom to bring her lemon pie. So I am going to share with you the absolute BEST lemon pie recipe, and even better, it’s NO BAKE and really easy to make. I have grown up with this pie - and have never found another lemon pie to match it... anywhere! Make sure to follow the directions and only

use the brands I mention to make sure it comes out right! (no subbing the generics, they just don’t seem to work out) CRUST ingredients 1 c. White sugar 8-10 large Graham Crackers sheets 1 stick of Butter (softened) Combine ingredients by hand, mush up togther and press into a pie pan or square pan, or glass dish. Let it sit while you make the pie.

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Lemon Pie Ingredients: 1 small can Eagle Brand Condensed Milk 1/2 c Lemon juice (fresh is best) 1 8oz pck Philladelphia Cream Cheese 1 tsp Vanilla Sit out the cream cheese to soften. Blend together with a mixer - on low, the cream cheese, slowly pour in the milk. then add in the lemon juice slowly, last add in the vanilla. Mix all together for a few minutes, until it is smooth. Pour into crust. Let sit in the fridge overnight - or at least 3 hours. You can top with a blob of whip cream as you serve it. You coudl also add a couple blueberries as a garnish to the top. I recommend eating a piece with a cold glass of milk, it’s just so yummy!

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Saturday November 10 Stop in for Special Discounts and Savings at all these participating businesses:

Silver Coast Winery and Tap Room Cape Fear Jewelers • Talefeathers Trolly Stop • Lantana's Gallery & Fine Gifts REFRESHMENTS TOO!

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KITCHEN VEGETARIAN CHILI I won a chili cook-off with this vegetarian chili recipe last year. Combine all these ingredients into a crock pot and let simmer for a couple hours, and top with cheese, sour cream and or scallions (green onions) if you like. Ingredients: 1 bag of tofu crumble (meat substitute) 6 baby bella mushrooms diced 1 carrot shredded I white onion diced 1 can of crushed tomatoes (drained) 1 green pepper diced 1 red pepper diced

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2 cloves garlic crushed 1 can of kidney beans (or chili beans) 1 small can of tomato paste 2 tomatoes peeled and diced Salt/pepper to taste 1 tsp of chili powder (more if you like it hot) 1 tsp cumin Garlilc powder to taste A dash of oregano and basil Crushed red pepper flakes to taste (a dash) I hope you enjoy this, I know I sure do! It also taste great with corn bread, I always make Jiffy.

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CURRENTS

Holiday Markets

The Gift Spactacular - Art Boutique opens November 1st at Franklin Square Gallery BY AMI BROWN

his month we officially start the Holiday Gift Markets. Southport and the surrounding communities offer so many options when it comes to buying those one-of-a-kind gifts. One of my favorite places to go is Franklin Square Gallery. The artists bring in additional holiday inspired works to fill up their Gift Spactacular Boutique. If you are looking for that special gift - this is one of the best places to go in Southport. This seasonal market opens November 1 and runs through Dec 18. 10a.m. - 4p.m. Mon-Sat. HOLLY DAYS

Another art market you may want to check out is th One Day event - Holly Days. Holly Days is an annual Arts & Crafts Fair held the first Saturday in November at the Southport Baptist Church CMC Building from 9am-4pm. For more information contact Kathy Fowlkes at 336-317-2968 or email mkfowlkes0@gmail.com. A fundraising event for the Southport Baptist Church Bellamy Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Group Projects. Southport Baptist Church CMC Building at the corner of E. Nash Street/N. Howe Street. While you are in the park, make sure to come down on the 23rd, the day after Thanksgiving to enjoy the tree lighting Award winning artists have been ceremony. working hard all year to create special gift items and unique holiday inspired arts and crafts. Some of the items will include: Hand crafted Jewelry Hand painted stem ware Coasters Functional Pottery Ceramic trees Angels Felted items Hand knitted accessories Paintings Prints Christmas Cards Ornaments Sculptural Pieces Candles Bird Houses Gift Certificates & MORE!

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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! 1 Hour Tour Covering: • History and Culture Reservations • Movie Locations Advised • Spectacular Coastal Views • Shopping and Dining

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Nov 23, 2018 - Nov 23, 2018, 4:30 p.m. Franklin Square Park, Southport ADDRESS: 105 E West Street , Southport PHONE: (910) 457-7927 Join Southport revelers in Franklin Square Park as the holiday season kicks off with a countdown to the lighting of our big holiday tree. Sing favorite Christmas songs and delight in the reading of “The Night Before Christmas.” Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and some holiday cookies that will be provided under the glow of Southport’s holiday lights. Event is free, donations will be appreciated. Refreshments at 4:30 p.m. and ceremony at 5:00 p.m.

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North Carolina Christmas Trees will be arriving the week of Thanksgiving!

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Meaningful Monday Presentations:

Five years ago, looking for a place to open a wellness center, we walked into the perfect space at 200 Country Club Drive on oak Island. we knew it was the perfect space because sitting in the front window sill were 2 perfectly preserved, beautiful dragonflies. What an auspicious sign ~ we knew we had found our business home. so, in November of 2013 we established and opened hearts & sol wellness, Inc. Today, 5 years later, we have expanded our space to include the adjacent suite, we have 11 healing practitioners working with us, and have The Crystal web, a crystal & holistic essentials retail store owned and operated by kristel webb. we host Meaningful Monday’s, our weekly meditation and passion presentation with a variety of speakers and educational topics and this is our gift to our wonderful and supportive community. we also host workshops and classes for many teachers and healers bringing various modalities to our area. Many thanks to our family, friends, community and supporters for helping make hearts & sol wellness, Inc. so successful! we are truly blessed to have found “our place” here in oak Island and are true believers of “If you build it they will come.” Infinite Love & Gratitude, Sharon and Cathy

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Tuesday, November 6th at 6:45pm Learn about the LifeLine Technique & Experience a Live healing Circle with Dr. Darren Weissman & Sharon Faw Martin

workshops: AkAshIC rECorDs GroUp rEADING

November 7 with Catherine Owens, $45.00 Contact Catherine to Register: 828-773-5636

AkAshIC rECorDs LEVEL 1 CErTIFICATIoN

November 9 & 10 with Catherine Owens, 10 hours, $250.00 Contact Catherine to Register: 828-773-5636

We currently have treatment room space available for rent. If you are looking for a loving, supportive environment to nourish and grow your practice, contact Cathy Johnston (910) 228-1035) for more information.

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CALENDAR Nov 1 GIFT SPECTACULAR - HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE, ON NOW!

Opens at Franklin Square Gallery Nov 1 – Dec 18.

VENDOR REGISTRATION

Register NOW! 4th Annual Holiday Craft Market Event Date: Saturday, December 1st 9-2pm Fees:$25 Vendors As Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department transitions to our fall and holiday season event line-up; we wanted to invite you to you to join us in making this holiday season magical by participating in the 2018 Holiday Craft Market. This year’s program will be held at the Oak Island Recreation Center, located at 3003 E. Oak Island Dr., and will offer both indoor and outdoor spaces for vendors. Applications are available at the OKI Recreation Center as well as online at www.oakislandnc. com. Reach out either Carrie Winkler (cwinkler@ci.oakisland.nc.us) or Eric Falkenhagen (efalkenhagen@ci.oak-island.nc.us ) for questions or additional information.

Nov 2 24TH ANNUAL ARTS BY THE SHORE

November 2nd-4th, Hosted by the Oak Island Art Guild & Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department. Join Oak Island for the 23rd Annual Arts by the Shore! Artists, crafters, and art enthusiasts are invited to spend a weekend enjoying creative pieces made by many of the islands locals. To download a copy of this year’s application, simply stop by the OKI Recreation Center (3003 E. Oak Island Dr.) or log on to www.oakislandnc.com.

AMI BROWN FEATURED ARTIST

Lantana’s Gallery and Gifts, 5-7pm, reception and First Friday Gallery Walk. Nov 2nd.

Nov 3 BEAUTIFICATION SOUTHPORT!

next scheduled cleanup onSaturday, November 3, from 9am-noon. We need to jazz up a variety of areas in preparation for the town’s upcoming holiday festivities, and Hurricane Florence has ensured there is a lot to do! Bring your energy and good intentions, tools will be provided. Meet November 3 at the old jail annex at the corner of Rhett and Nash streets at 9am. Please call 612.202.8541 for more information and to get on the Southport Beautification Committee’s email notification list, especially if you want to know about mid- week opportunities for helping with the sailboat wreathes and other decorations going up around town. And don’t forget the season opener: the lighting of the big tree in Franklin Square Park on Friday, November 23, at 5:30pm!

ly sweet. Join OKI Park & Recreation as we discover more ways to bring creativity to the kitchen. Simply call OKI Recreation at (910) 278-5518 to reserve your seat today!

STEDE BONNET PIRATE REGATTA Nov 3, 2018 - Nov 3, 2018, 1:00 p.m. , Provision Company, Southport, ADDRESS: 130 Yacht Basin Drive , Southport PHONE: (910) 457-0654 The pre-

mier sailing event of the lower Cape Fear, the Stede Bonnet Pirate Regatta has become a Southport classic. Held by the Provision Company, the race will be at 1:00 p.m. followed by a party at 5:00 p.m. There will be great food, drinks, live music, and lots of pirates/ wenches! See you thar mate, Arrrrrrgh! $5 party entry.

The Southeast Brunswick Civitan Club presents the 8th Annual

SOUTHPORT WOODEN BOAT SHOW Nov 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

The 9th Annual Southport Wooden Boat Show will be held on Saturday, Nov 3, 2018, at the historic Old Yacht Basin in Southport, from 10 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The In-Water event will end at 3:30 p.m. for the Awards Ceremony at 4:00 p.m. in front of the entertainment tent. Children Activities will return to this year’s show under the tutelage of the NC Maritime Museum of Southport’s Nauti-Kids program. A new collectors’ quality poster has been designed, as well as the special edition T-shirt for this year’s show. Both will be available at the show from the Ship’s Store tent. Once again, there will be many exciting items to be raffled.

WORKSHOP: BUILDING A GINGERBREAD HOUSE

Saturday, Nov. 10th 12:30-3pm at the Oak Island Moose Lodge

First Responders, Military Veterans, and Local Non-Profits will compete for the title of

In support of ongoing Hurricane Florence relief efforts, admittance is free this year. However, DONATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE DOOR.

Saturday, November 3rd 2018. 10am, OKI Community Center (located at SE 47th St.) FREE with pre-registration required*Registration ends October 29th* Class is in session at OKI Community Center as Nancy Jo’s Homemade Bakery shares tips and tricks to making the perfect holiday gingerbread house! Participants will get hands on as they make this year’s holiday décor especial-

Proceeds of the event will be divided between local hurricane relief efforts and the Civitan Apple Project befitting Brunswick County Schools EC classrooms. Presenting Sponsor

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CALENDAR

Nov 4 Daylight Saving Time ends – Turn your clocks back one hour!

Nov 6 COFFEE & CONSERVATION: SMART YARDS

Tuesday, November 6th, 2018 8:309:45a.m., FREE with Pre-registration Has storm water caused your yard to need a helping hand? Join Lee Butzin, of the OKI Environmental Advisory Committee, as he dives into the details for simple do-it-yourself projects that will reduce storm water discharges from your yard while improving the health of our coastal waters. Discover the criteria for getting your yard certified as a “Smart Yard”. These fantastic tips and tricks will be sure to impress your family and neighbors, as gardening and conservation collide!, BCWRT meets on the first Tuesday of the month September through June Registration opens at 6:30 Program starts at 7:00 Hatch Auditorium, Baptist Assembly, Caswell Beach http://brunswickcivilwarroundtable.com/meetings

Nov 7 COASTAL CAROLINA NATURALLY November 7, 2018 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, COST: $10.00, CONTACT: Parks and Rec (910) 278-5518. Join Becky Skiba with North Carolina Wildlife RC and Oak Island Parks & Recreation Dept. staff on this driving tour of Oak Island. We will visit the many varied natural environments found on our diverse island, including an estuary, a freshwater & saltwater swamp, a slough, Intracoastal, Fort Caswell, Atlantic Ocean Maritime Forest! Limited to 12 participants. Price includes transportation and Fort Caswell Field Trip. Bring bag lunch and drink. Call the Parks and Rec Department at 910-278-5518 for more information or to reserve your seat.

Nov 8 BSL GARDEN CLUB MEETING

Date: Thursday, November 8, 2018, 10am – 11am,Monthly until 4/18/2019, Location Community Center 1 Leeds Road, BSL

Nov 10 The NC Maritime Museum at Southport will team up again with The Adventure Kayak Company, Inc. to offer a Historical Southport Bicycle tour on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Meeting at 10:00 AM at The Adventure Kayak Company, Inc. located at 807 Howe Street in Southport. Take a guided tour through the live oak-canopied streets and along the waterfront and pedal by Fort Johnston, Brunswick Inn, the Old Brunswick Jail, the Crimes of the Heart home, the Indian Trail Tree, along the Cape Fear River and more. Bikes are single-speed, the pace is slow, and all participants must wear helmets. The cost is $28 for bike and helmet rental and tour (for those with their own bike, the tour fee is $20.) Space is limited, and advanced registration required. To register, please call The Adventure Kayak Company, Inc. at (910)454-0607.

CHILI COOK-OFF 12:30-3p.m. Lodge

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SANTA ON HOWE!

Discounts at participating retailers, come out and shop on Howe Street!

GINGERBREAD BEACH HOUSE CONTEST

FREE with pre-registration required Registration until Saturday, November 10th. Don’t miss out on the fun this holiday season with Oak Island’s 2nd Annual Gingerbread Beach House Contest! Oak Island Parks & Recreation has partnered with Nancy Jo’s Homemade Bakery for a community wide contest that will be sure to make this holiday season especially sweet. Register at the Recreation Center at 3003 E. Oak Island Dr, or download the registration and guidelines at www.oakisland.recdesk.com. Contest Divisions: Child Division - Ages: 6 – 12 Teen Division - Ages 13 – 17 Adult Division - Ages 18 – Up Family Division - Groups: 3 -7 People with 1 Adult & 1 Child Minimum, no age requirements

LISTEN UP BRUNSWICK COUNTY: JEANNE JOLLY Nov 10, 2018 - Nov 10, 2018, 7:00 p.m. , Odell Williamson Special Events Center, Bolivia, ADDRESS: 150 College Road NE , Bolivia PHONE: (860) 4853354, Come out to the Odell Williamson Special Events Center on Novem-

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ber 10th at 7:00 p.m. to see Jeanne Jolly live! Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

Nov 11 VETERANS DAY

City offices are closed on the 12th.

Nov 13 TRIP TO TANGER OUTLETS (MYTLE BEACH, SC) Tuesday, November 13th, 2018

Fees: $5 Town of Oak Island Residents/ $7 Non Residents Christmas is getting closer and getting to the mall can be difficult sometimes. Take a trip with Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department to the Tanger Outlets in Myrtle Beach, SC on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. With over 80 outlet stores to choose from, that special gift for yourself or for your loved one should be easy to find! Lunch is on your own at the Outlets. Pre-registration is required. Only 14 spots are available. No Refunds.

OAK ISLAND BIRD CLUB: SOUTHPORT BIRD WALK

Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 8:309:45am, Oak Island is going to the birds! Join OKI Nature Programs for an crisp fall morning bird walk around beautiful Southport. Find coastal birds at ease in their natural habitat as both experienced and novice bird watchers learn tips and tricks to finding the best birds.

FORESTRY COMMITTEE MEETING November 13 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Fire Substation, 111 E. Nash Street Southport

Nov 15 MEET THE AUTHOR! LARRY MODLIN

Date: Thursday, November 15, 2018, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Location: City Hall 9 E. Boiling Spring Road, BSL

Nov 17 A HANDMADE CHRISTMAS

November 17 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Southport Community Building, 223

E. Bay Street, Southport, $30.00 - DIY wreath workshop.

BRUNSWICK CO BAND CONCERT Nov 17-18, Odell Williamson Auditorium, BCC, 3:00p.m.

Nov 20 NC MARITIME MUSEUM AT SOUTHPORT,

Third Tuesdays - November 20 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Southport Community Building, 223 East Bay Street - All Third Tuesday Evening programs are free and open to the public; however, donations are happily accepted. Lectures are held at the Southport Community Building at 223 E. Bay St. at 7:00 pm unless otherwise noted. Please contact the museum for more information or to register 910-477-5151. Lectures are geared for 16 years and older. Seating is limited, so registration is required! For details about specific programs, NC Maritime Museum Southport.

Nov 22 THANKSGIVING

Nov 23 TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

Nov 23, 2018 - Nov 23, 2018, 4:30 p.m. , Franklin Square Park, Southport, ADDRESS: 105 E West Street , Southport, PHONE: (910) 457-7927, Join Mayor Dove and Southport revelers in Franklin Square Park as the holiday season kicks off with a countdown to the lighting of our big holiday tree. Sing favorite Christmas songs and delight in the reading of “The Night Before Christmas.” Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and some holiday cookies that will be provided under the glow of Southport’s holiday lights. Event is free, donations will be appreciated. Refreshments at 4:30 p.m. and ceremony at 5:00 p.m.

Nov 24 SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Shop Local! Support your local businesses and community by buying your holiday gifts at local shops, small businesses, artisans, creators, and down home locals! It’s YOUR community.

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CALENDAR FOLSOI BOOK SALE

November 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Live Music YACHT BASIN EATERY 1 Open Mic with Ben White 6 -9p.m. 2 Pure Fiyah Reggae 7 -10p.m. 3 Crankcase 8 -11p.m. 8 Open Mic 6 -9p.m. 9 Whirled Peas 7 -10p.m. 10 Legacy Band 8 -11p.m. 15 Open Mic 6 -9p.m. 16 Rev & Dr. Ronnie 7 -10p.m. 17 Train Wreck 8 -11p.m. 22 CLOSED Thanksgiving 6 -9p.m. 23 Dave’s Not Home 7 -10p.m. 24 Trifecta 8 -11p.m. 29 Open Mic 6 -9p.m. 30 Big House with Mike Proctor 7 -10p.m.

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Live Music on Sunday afternoons (check www.southportwinerack.com for details) New hours as of 10/8: closed on Monday, open Tuesday thru Thursday 12-6, Friday thru Sunday 128. Music and Food every Sunday 4-6. Free Wine tasting every Friday 5:30-8

Ongoing Events WINE & DRINK

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

Thursdays, from 5-7pm at Uncorked By The Sea - Wine Tastings. Donation goes towards a local charity. 602-A N Howe St. Southport (910) 454-0633 Tuesday November 6th 5-7pm $25:00 per person Wines and paired Food Tastings from StrEAT Side by Chef Rhonda formerly of Flying Fish~ Oak Island Call the Store at 910-454-0633 Stop in to register

GRAPE & ALE

Our wine selection is ever changing Drop by! And see what we are tasting today. Our hours are: 11-7 M-Th and Sat, 11-8 Friday, 12-5 Sunday

THE WINE RACK

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9 Medicated Sunfish Trio 10 Signal Fire Duo

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CHECK SIX BREWING Every Saturday, Open Mic Night! Every Saturday Night 7:30 – 10:30 pm Karaoke with DJ Damo, Join us Every Friday Night all Summer Long for Karaoke with DJ DAMO!! Trivia - Come join us every Thursday at Check Six for Team Trivia! Wine Wednesday, Don’t let Hump Day get you down!! Come enjoy a $1.00 off per Glass with us at Check Six Brewing Co. every Wednesday!

FISHY FISHY CAFE

Live Music check their facebook page to find out more, @fishyfishycafe.

Weekly Wine Tasting - Join Us Every Friday from 5:30-8:00pm When you purchase any bottle of wine in the shop, your $5 goes back in your pocket! Live Music, Food Trucks and more! Check our Facebook page

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK,

Nov 2 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, The first Friday of each month art galleries in the Southport area host a Gallery Walk. Art enthusiasts are welcome to participate in this cultural event each first Friday from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

BINGO!

EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH, Oak Island VFW Bingo , 103 SE 50th Street , Oak Island 6:30pm to 10:30pm, For more information, call (910) 278-9978.

MARITIME PROGRAM

EVERY THIRD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH, NC Maritime Museum Adult Program , 223 E Bay Street Southport 7pm to 9pm, Join fellow history buffs for an evening of educational discussion about NC maritime history.

CLEAN UP OUR TOWN!

Rhett and Nash streets at 9am. Please call 612.202.8541 for more information and to get on the Southport Beautification Committee’s email notification list.

FIRST FRIDAY AFTER HOURS

at Old Southport Village Shoppes, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm More info www.facebook.com/OldeSouthportVillageShoppes

Upcoming Events: DEC 1

OAK ISLAND CHRISTMAS PARADE WINTERFEST -

Dec 1 - 9th, See page 4 of the Southport Magazine for details.

“It’s our town – let’s clean it up!” Join your Southport neighbors in regular cleanups on the first Saturday of each month, from 9am – noon. Meet at the old jail annex at the corner of

It’s a Flat Fish invasion Just in time for SUMMER!

SILVER COAST WINERY

Southport Tasting & Taproom 105 S. Howe St, Southport 910.777.5151 Wine and Craft Beer Tastings Daily Monday-Saturday 11am-7pm Tuesday & Wednesday til 9pm Friday ‘til 8pm Sunday 1 - 6pm Live Music - check out Facebook for more info.

DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

Wine tasting, Tuesdays, 305 N.Howe Street, Southport, (910) 477-6079 6-8pm, Live Music too, check facebook for details.

Colorfully glazed plaques, ready to hang in a Man Cave or Beach Cottage. Handbuilt with loads of personality, making each one truly unique.

COMMUNITY

LIFELONG LEARNERS

Harper Library, 109 West Moore Street Southport - Join us for a variety of topics, Every Wednesday 10am-11, and Thursdays 2pm-3:30pm.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE

Handcrafted Pottery EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE AT

THE PAINTED MERMAID

Monthly Book Sales, @ 9:00 am 12:00 pm, Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe Street, 9:00 a.m. – 12 pm

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Puttin’ the MOO in Moore Street since 2018 108 E. Moore Street Southport, NC 28461 bluecowgrille.com Visit us on Facebook

HALF OFF Tea (Sweet or Unsweet) $2.50 free refills

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Southport’s newest and best spot to grab a top notch burger, wings, fries, onion rings, fresh fish sandwiches and more!

NOW OPEN SUNDAYS!

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DINING GUIDE

Shrimp bowl and soup...a delish dish! Check out the Dining Guide and what delicious food the local area has to offer! YACHT BASIN EATERY

122 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-363-4108 www.yachtbasineatery.com Dishing up goods from both the North and South, from handrolled pizza, Jersey style breads and authentic Italian, to Southern comfort foods and fresh seafood. (Closed Jan 2-March 11)

MODERN AMERICAN THE LIVE OAK ON HOWE

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

OLIVER’S ON THE CAPE FEAR

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

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From StrEAT Side Take Out featuring: Spicy Shrimp Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice, Black Beans, Avocado, Shredded Lettuce, and Cilantro Lime Sauce and Roasted Tomato Soup with Crab and Jalapenos and Slices of French Bread

SEAFOOD SPECIALTY FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT

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

M FISHY FISHY CAFE

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

M FRYING PAN

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.

JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE

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

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.

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.

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.

THE PIRATES DECK

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

309 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0801 www.mrpsbistro.com Fine lowcountry cuisine, from crabstuffed 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.

TRANQUIL HARBOR

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

TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING

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

WINE & BEER DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

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

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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 Come in and relax with a fantastic variety of beers and wines for all people. Children friendly with various selections of soft drinks and refreshments. Tastings during opening hours.

THE WINE RACK

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

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

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

CAFES, DELIS & GRILLS AMERICAN GRILL

505 N. Howe St., Southport Offering All-American sandwiches, burgers and hotdogs

BEANA’S KITCHEN

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

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DINING GUIDE BLUE COW GRILLE

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

BOB’S DOGS

ERIC’S GRILLE

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

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

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.

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

THE BOUNCING LOG CAFE

JERSEY MIKES

3148 George II Hwy Boiling Spring Lakes 910-477-3188 • bouncinglogcafe.com Good ‘ol southern comfort food and Genuine Swiss cuisine come together. Hot Plates, Angus Burgers and Knopfli-n-Ham (dumplings with ham and smothered in artisan cheeses.) All buns are made fresh, in house. Salads and Kids meals.

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.

DUFFER’S PUB AND GRILL

928 Caswell Beach Rd.Oak Island 910-278-9299 www.oakislandgolf.com Located at the scenic Oak Island Golf Club, the grill serves up premier burgers and wraps, as well as entrees from prime rib to salmon. Closed for renovations

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

KOA CAFE

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

KOPP’S KWIK STOP II

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

LITTLE BIT’S GRILL

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

LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL

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

LOCAL’S FAMILY DINER

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

M LOCO JO’S

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

M MOORE STREET MARKET

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.

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OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT

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

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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., Southport 910-845-2707 Made-to-order breakfast and lunch grill.

RUSSELL’S PLACE

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

STREAT SIDE TAKE OUT

Corner of Howe and Leonard Street, 524 N Howe St, Southport, NC, 910-363-4113.Chef/ Owner Rhonda Uhlmann (former restaurant was Flying Fish Cafe located at 705 Ocean Drive, Oak Island). Take out only with limited outside seating. Closed Sunday and Monday’s. Has some entree items and freshly made soups that are the same from Flying Fish Cafe.

SIDE STREET CAFÉ

5827 E. Oak Island Drive, 910-933-4615 Offering hand pattied burgers, subs, shrimp, wings, hot dogs and more.

TAYLOR CUISINE CAFÉ

731 N. Howe St., Southport 910-454-0088 Bald Head Marina at Deep Point www.taylorcuisinecatering.com Putting its Southern style where guests’ mouths are, this eatery offers “Taylor made” fried string beans, fried green tomatoes, country fried steak and more in two locations.

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.

M TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ

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

WILDLIFE RESTAURANT & GRILL

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

BARBECUE M SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE

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

TERRY’S NC BARBQUE & RIBS

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

M BAR-B-QUE HOUSE

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

CHINESE ASIAN TASTE

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

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.

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DINING GUIDE 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.

IRISH SLÁINTE

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

JAPANESE TENGU JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE

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

MEXICAN DELPHINA CANTINA

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.

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

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

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.

PIZZA HUT

4960 Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 457-9432 Family-friendly chain known for its made-toorder pizzas. Dine in, Take Out and Delivery.

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA

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

DOMINO’S (SOUTHPORT)

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

DOMINO’S (OAK ISLAND)

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

THAI FORGET ME NOT THAI HIBACHI RESTAURANT

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

THAI BY THE SEA

8300 E. Oak Island Dr • 278-6420 Brightly decorated, Thai by the Sea offers traditional Thai including dumplings, with a large selections of dishes and spice levels.

THAI PEPPERS

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

BAKERIES/ COFFEE AHOY DOUGHNUTS

4922 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 278-6929 • www.ahoydoughnuts.com Fresh yeast raised, filled and cake donuts, apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, monkey muffins, twists and more. Handmade daily, family owned.

BLUE SEA COFFEE SHOP

7916 E. Oak Island Drive 620-7073 www.facebook.com/Blue.Sea.Cafe.NC Homemade bagels, hot out of the oven each morning & Mom’s baked goods & sweets. Fresh daily vegetarian specials. 100% organic coffee, full espresso & tea bar, fruit smoothies & chai. WiFi & handmade gifts.

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.

THE CONFECTIONARY

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

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.

SIDE STREET BAKERY

417-A N. Howe Street, Southport 363-4629 Locals suggest the cupcakes, lemon bars, key lime pie, and carrot cake.

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.i

SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR

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

THE SCOOP SHOP

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

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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 ICECREAM 5701 E. Oak Island Dr.,• 278-5371 4956 Old Long Beach Rd SE (973) 476-4312 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 Flava’s allows guests the choice between many flavors, including death by chocolate, birthday cake, cookies and cream, and more.

1541 N. Howe St., Southport • 457-5143 Recognized regionally for outstanding gyros, calzones and pizzas. Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

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Bolivia, NC - October, 2018 - Coastal Cosmetic family Dentistry hosted its 6th annual Freedom Day event on Thursday October 11th. Drs. Tony Michelakis, Aaron Wilharm, Darren Harrington, Matt Miller, Greg Hohl, Mark Dobransky, and their staff provided free dental care for active military, their families and veterans at the Bolivia and Oak Island locations.

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REAL ESTATE

6489 Walden Pond Ln, Southport Marsh front home with deep water access over 1/2 acre in Winding Creek a peaceful waterfront community. This wonderful home offers a 400 foot plus shared pier and private boat dock on Nancy’s Creek that leads to the Cape Fear River. Handsome trees provide relaxing shade and the comfortable layout of this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is perfect for those guests that will be sure to come! Spend evenings in the enclosed back porch or early mornings in your gardeners shed enjoying the incredible natural beauty of this true gem of a property. Winding Creek is a lovely community with a secured private boat ramp and dock for residents and also features spacious wooded homesites. $331,900 • MLS #100121071 Call Sally Stidham, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 540-8320

716 Mallard Court, Bolivia, NC JUST REDUCED! ENERGY STAR Custom Home! Custom quality, low country designed and built home located in wonderful community. The River Run Plantation subdivision has water frontage and access on the Lockwood Folly River. This 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home’s features include Anderson windows, 1st floor master, hardwood floors in all common areas, ceramic tile in kitchen and baths, granite counters, stainless appliances, and wrap around porch with screened area. $364,000 MLS #100131430 Call Fred Fiss, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 269-6901

3100 Marsh Grove Ln, #3312 JUST REDUCED! The Preserve at Oak Island – Bedroom, 2 Bath – Beautiful condo with an additional room that can be used as an office, sitting area, etc. Wonderful water view from veranda and condo. Laminate flooring throughout the foyer, dining room and living room.

MARKETPLACE Beautiful granite countertops in kitchen and both baths. Master bedroom has a tray ceiling and private entrance to the veranda where you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the ICW. Beautiful kitchen with stainless steel appliances and backsplash. This condo has been very well maintained. If you are looking for a home near the beach with very little maintenance, this is the place for you. $234,500 • MLS #100105734 Call Iris Cavin, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 368-1130, to view today!

226 E. 11th Street, Southport JUST REDUCED! 4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Delightful house in the heart of Southport with lots of personality waiting for the right person to make it their own! Fantastic sized lot with shade trees and flowering bushes perfect for someone desiring a creative outlet. This two story home offers 3 bedrooms with an additional downstairs bedroom that could also be an office. Windows in the eating area offer a nice amount of sunlight to the common areas. Take advantage of this opportunity to transform 226 E 11th to your dream home and be part of the Southport community! $199,900 MLS #100121200 Call Sally Stidham, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 540-8320

156 NW 3rd Street, Oak Island Well maintained home on 2 lots! And there’s lots to offer here. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home is mostly maintenance free, with brick veneer, metal roof, vinyl clad soffits and windows. The side deck has a retractable power awning for shade. Fully fenced backyard, 16 x 20 workshop with power & 220V gas regulator for future generator. Two more outbuildings give you plenty of storage space. There’s 30 amp service on the front of the house for RV hookup. Full yard irrigation on well. The house is an easy layout, with an addition that combines family dining and sunroom. A Vermont Casting gas stove provides that extra cozy feeling for chilly nights, and a gas, on-demand tankless water heater cuts back on the electric bill. Great location, close to EF Middleton Bridge and beach access. $239,000 MLS #100128008 Call Pam Hayes, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 232-6130

406 Crowell St, Oak Island, NC Cute 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage, covered front porch, 12x12 screened back porch, completely remodeled. Crowell Street has direct access to the beach. Listed at $239,000 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Brenda King (910) 279-4591

111 NW 10th St, Oak Island, NC Private 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on the west end. Fenced yard, outdoor shower, shed. Listed at $189,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Call Donna Atherton (910)515-6447 or Rodney Axsom (910)523-0568

4683 Port Loop RD SE, Southport Well kept 3 bedroom, 2 bath home being sold fully furnished. Great location as Southport and Oak Island are just a short car ride away. Call Listed at $84,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Karen Edwards (910)294-2263 or Mike Boswell (910)777-3728

105 N Lord Street, Southport, NC Rare opportunity! This three bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home is just steps to the Cape Fear River, and all the great restaurants, quaint shops and galleries that make Southport! The custom gourmet kitchen features quartz countertops, energy star appliances and an open breakfast nook. Open living and dining areas with a gas log fireplace and wood floors. 1st and 2nd floor master suites with ample storage and walk in closets and adjoining master baths with walk in tile showers. Enjoy the wraparound porch and covered 2nd floor balcony off the master suite. This home offers an abundance of detail. MLS# 100090901 • Offered at $699,000. Give Kay Jolliff of Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., Realtors a call 910-457-5258.

102 River Drive, Southport, NC Enjoy beautiful views of the Cape Fear River from this home, situated on over 1.25 AC and located a quick walk to all of downtown Southport. The property has a pier with dock and boat lift to make it easy for you to enjoy getting out on the water. Watch boat and ship traffic from the large windows in the living area and bedrooms. There’s also a den/flex space which would be great as an office or studio. The home has a covered porch area and an expansive open deck plus a screened porch, giving you lots of options for outdoor living. Unfinished basement is 676 square feet. MLS# 100117719 • Offered at $1,199,000. Give Kay Jolliff of Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., Realtors a call 910-457-5258.

160 Genoes Point Road SW Lockwood Folly Country Club, Supply WATERFRONT, private dock, boat lift, BOAT will convey with acceptable offer. This custom home has full water views from the open living area and a beautiful view of the 16th green to the front of the home. Step into foyer which leads to formal living area with fireplace and built ins, formal dining room with built ins, large chef kitchen with granite and plenty of cupboards opens to breakfast area and cozy TV-den area. Fantastic bar with sink. First floor master bedroom with ensuite bath opens to spectacular Carolina room. First floor oversized media room will have TV/MEDIA SYSTEM, furniture to convey with acceptable offer. MLS#100062730 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

3375 Channelside Drive, Supply WATERFRONT – with panoramic views of the Lockwood Folly River as it opens into the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean. This custom home boasts big water views from the open living and dining areas. Large kitchen, huge master bedroom with ensuite bath. From master there is access to the outside screen porch with built in hot tub and large deck. MLS#10062724 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

126 Plantation Passage Drive This 3BR, 3BA golf course home is low maintenance brick and hardiplank with a great, functional layout that lives well. Beautiful hardwoods throughout the first floor living areas. Kitchen with stainless appliances, quartz counters and a bright breakfast area with double windows. Two additional guest bedrooms downstairs. Upstairs bonus room with full bath could be used for guest suite or media room MLS#100096869 Call Renee Yost 910-269-1128 to preview

699 Augustine Drive SW, Supply Lot has in place PIER,DOCK,BULKHEAD on two sides and BOAT LIFT. Build your dream home in the beautiful Coastal development of Seascape. This lot is located at the end of quiet cul de sac with apprx 100 ft waterfront it affords excellent views along the ICW on to the Ocean.Community amenities to include Marina, dock house, boat launch, picnic area, boat/RV storage, clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, Fitness Center. MLS 100091973 Call Renee Yost 910269-1128 to preview

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3713 E Beach Drive, Oak Island, NC Beautiful buildable oceanfront lot in prime central location on Oak Island. You will be watching sunrises and sunsets and dolphins playing from your seaside dream home. Come live the island dream! This land located at 3713 E Beach Drive, Oak Island. Offered at$330,000. The property has approximately 0.18 Acres. MLS# 100132082 • Give Kay Jolliff of Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., Realtors a call 910-457-5258.

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