Southport Magazine March 2018 by Southport Magazine

Southport MAGAZINE

MARCH 2018 Vol. 6 | Issue 6 SouthportMag.com

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LANTANA’S GALLERY & GIFTS WINS OUR READER’S CHOICE AWARD! MORE ON PAGE 7

SOUTHPORT • OAK ISLAND • BOILING SPRING LAKES • BALD HEAD ISLAND • ST. JAMES Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

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Thank you for voting us as your Favorite Place to Shop for Men’s Clothing!

OPEN

HOUSE

March 16th & 17th • 10am - 6pm

112 E Moore Street 910-363-4275 • OPEN EVERYDAY • Follow Us on Facebook and Instagram

Round up your friends and come to our Spring Open House! Everybunnies welcome!

RK , CO S & K

Specials • BOGO deals • Giveaways Refreshments

FALL 2018 TH

AN RT • OAK ISL

NEW SPRING PRODUCTS

Attention all Restaurants, Wine Shoppes & Breweries!

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(Piper & Leaf Tea Tasting 11am-4pm both days)

Home, Gift, & Garden 122 North Howe Street • 910-454-4533 www.cattailcottagenc.com 2 Southport Magazine / MARCH 2018 / www.SouthportMag.com

2018 Forks, Corks and Kegs Restaurant Week October 15th-October 21st

hip Sponsorss are e g a k c a P able! also avail

Reserve Your Spot! Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce (910) 457-6964

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

Every real estate endeavor is as unique as Sea Glass! SOLD 2018 SOLD 2018

407 Clarendon, Southport

206 W. Brown Street, Southport

Price Reduced

Just Listed

Lisa Fosbury & Linda Pukenas, Brokers/Owners 910.620.9963 or 919.455.7745

Linda@SeaGlassRealty.com Lisa@SeaGlassRealty.com 107 N. Lord Street, Southport MLS #100091450

The Village at Southport, 608 W. Brown Street #A Two bedroom/2 bath condo MLS #100101719

Get Ready for Backyard Season! Brickyard Supply

Mulch • Topsoil Slate • Brick Chips River Rock • Creekstone Fill Dirt • Pine Straw Paver Bricks • Flagstone Walkways • Patios

WE DELIVER

910-454-4445

Give us a call today, for a Free Estimate on your Custom Outdoor Living Space Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

bianchibrickyard.com 7995 River Rd., Rte 133 Southport, NC 28461 www.SouthportMag.com / MARCH 2018 / Southport Magazine 3

Season Opening Weekend at YBE

LIVE MUSIC

MARCH 12TH! Every Thursday: Open Mic 6:00-9:00

Fri, 3/16 - The Christine Martinez Band

(910) 363-4108 www.ybenc.com

Sat, 3/17 - St. Paddy’s Day featuring Live on Tour HUSTLE SOULS Sunday 3/18 4th Annul Oyster Roast (tix on sale now)

4th Annual Oyster Roast & Shrimp Boil Jamboree Tickets are ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE at:

Live Music Lineup

NO TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR

Hot Flash 3:00-4:30

www.ybenc.com

TICKET PRICE INCLUDES:

All You Can Eat Oysters, Shrimp, French Fries, Hushpuppies, Coleslaw & 1 Beer ticket. Additional Beverages Not Included!

Trifecta 1:30-3:00

Southport Johnnie &

the Bizness 4:30-6:00

The Blues Kings 6:00-7:30

The Groove Pirates 7:30-9:00

Friday 3/23/18 Bluegrass & Blues Review 7:00-10:00

Saturday 3/24/18 The Matthew Carroll Band 7:00-10:00 Friday 3/30/18 Rev & Dr. Ronnie 7:00-10:00 Saturday 3/31/18 Trifecta 7:00-10:00

Bistro

Fine International Bistro Dining & Gourmet Gift Items

We have all your Springtime Favorites!

‘Spring is in the Air’ At Ports of Call Bistro Enjoy Our New Spring/Summer Menu in Mid-March

Look for Irish Specials & Beers on St. Patrick’s Day,

Saturday, March 17th

Book Early for Easter Sunday Brunch on

April 1st, 2018

Always a Southport Favorite! Our Menus, Daily Specials, Prix Fixe Menus, Musical Performances, and Theme Events are Posted on the Ports of Call Facebook Page

116 North Howe Street - Historic Downtown Southport

We also offer Vegan and Gluten free Goodies! European cakes: Beesting, Black Forest, Peach & Apple Struesel, German chocolate and Cannoli Cakes. And we do Wedding Cakes too!

Reservations Suggested

Phone/Reservations: 910-457-4544 OUR REGULAR HOURS Tuesday - Saturday Lunch: 11:30 am – 3:00 pm Tuesday - Saturday Dinner: 5:00 pm – Closing Sunday Brunch: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

2016

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Most Romantic place for a First Date

200 Country Club Dr E, Oak Island, NC 910-777-3967

Open:

Tuesday thru Saturday 9-5

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

A SPECIAL

Thank You

TO MY CUSTOMERS

Let me help you with your hair! I specialize in color and can help you achieve the look you want.

Ginger Williams

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Jennifer’s Hair Salon • 910-457-9300 5101 Southport-Supply Rd, Southport

NOW OPEN

We have everything you need to get your yard and home ready for Spring! Annuals, Perennials , Pottery, Birdhouses, Lawn Ornaments, Home Decor and more!

We also provide: Landscape and Hardscape design • Custom Water Features

New Items Arriving Daily! Monday-Friday 10am-6pm • Saturday 10am-4pm • Sunday Closed

KILEY BAREFOOT Custom Carpentry barefoot1.kb@gmail.com

• Shiplap If you are considering any home • Book Shelves remodeling project but don’t know • Screen Porches where to begin, give me a call and I can help you map out a plan of what • Cabinets • Crown Molding would be involved. It’s the first step! Kiley Barefoot 30 years of Experience Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

No job too small! CALL TODAY 252-732-0160

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We want to express our gratitude to this community for your support during our down time. We are excited to be open for business soon! Come see our newly renovated dining room and allow us to cook for you! Buon Appetito! — The Joseph’s Family

FRESH SEAFOOD • PASTA • CHOPS • EXTENSIVE WINE MENUS & SPIRITS Congratulations to Marcuies for his Maggie Award for Favorite Waiter! South Harbor Village Marine, overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway 910.454.4440 | www.josephsitalianbistro.com

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Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

THE 2018

M AGGIE W INNE R S!

The Results Are In!

Readers’ Choice

The 2018 Maggie Reader Survey Reveals our Local Winners! STORY BY KRIS BEASLEY

t is with great pleasure that we unveil and announce the winners of the 2018 Southport Magazine Maggie Awards! 2018 marks the fourth year of the Southport Magazine Maggies.

The goal each year is to recognize those within our community who are doing an exceptional job. We try hard to ask different questions each year, so that the Maggie Awards will remain interesting and engaging. We want anyone out there doing an exceptional job to be recognized with a Maggie Award. This year, we cut the amount of questions down by half, due to feedback from the readers. It seems that no one wants to spend too much time navigating through a lengthy survey, understandably. We also added a “write in” category, where readers could express in their own words, who they thought should win a Maggie and why. This year, Mo Meehan of Lantana’s Gallery & Fine Gifts won the Reader’s Choice Maggie Award. She received the most write in ballots about her and her business. Here are

just a few of the comments our readers shared: -Mo at Lantana’s - Always cheerful and helpful in finding just the right purchase. A pleasure to do business with this family owned company. -Lantana’s - they always have amazing service and help you in any way they can! I love the art and people there! -Mo Meehan at Lantana’s Gallery relocated two years ago to manage the family business. She has reached out to meet everybody in town and continue the high quality of Lantana’s Gallery. She is positive and reflects the values of a great retail experience in Southport. -Lantana’s - Great selection, service and refreshments on 1st Fridays. -Lantana’s - Mo Meehan - great business, variety of art and gifts for everyone.

Most Votes:

Other Top Vote Getters:

Lantana’s Gallery & Fine Gifts -Mo Meehan at Lantana’s Gallery Mo is happy caring and welcoming to everybody. She will work to make sure you get the perfect gift or piece of art. She is quick to smile and has the best laugh! Voting for the 2019 Southport Magazine Awards will begin in the Fall of 2018. Be sure to like the Southport

Dr. Ali Travis of River Road Animal Hospital Pamela Sexton of Cattail Cottage Renee & Michelle of Renee’s Fine Jewelry

Magazine FB page and to vote again this year.

Congratulations to all the 2018 Southport Magazine Maggie Winners! And thank you all for voting!

The Painted Mermaid JEWELRY • FURNITURE LOCAL ART HOME ACCESSORIES GIFTS • AND MORE

Two Locations Twice the Treasures 414 N Howe & 416 N Howe

Have you heard about our 2nd location at 817 N Howe St COMING SOON! More Room for More Goodies!

Your Southport destination for Home Furnishings Consignment.

910-457-6182 rebeccasonhowe@gmail.com

What’s at the end of your rainbow?

1208 N Howe St. • Southport • 910-454-4549 Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

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SOUTHPORT

ST. JAMES PLANTATION

SOUTHPORT – ST JAMES

OAK ISLAND

SOUTHPORT

292 BONNET WAY

3871 HEARNDON LANE

4091 LARK BUNTING COURT SE

111 SW 6TH STREET

4184 CAMBRIDGE COVE CIR #3

3 bedrooms, 2 baths $164,900

3 bedroom, 3 baths $559,000

3 bedrooms, 2 baths $244,900

3 bedrooms, 2 baths $249,900

2 bedrooms, 3 baths $294,900

OAK ISLAND

117 NW 7TH STREET

1716 WEST DOLPHIN DRIVE

102 NW 10TH STREET

124 NE 15TH STREET

407 EAST YACHT DRIVE

3 bedrooms, 3 baths $334,900

3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths $372,900

4 bedrooms, 3 baths $279,900

3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths $239,900

3 bedrooms, 2 baths $329,000

SOUTHPORT

OAK ISLAND

WOODED LOT

2ND ROW 1008 EAST MOORE STREET

118 WEST BEACH DRIVE

406 WEST YACHT DRIVE

137 NW 9TH STREET

142 NE 72ND STREET

3 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths $190,000

5 bedrooms, 5 baths $829,000

4 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths $849,900

4 bedrooms, 4 baths $315,000

3 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths $189,900

HISTORIC SOUTHPORT • 1023 & 112 North Howe Street • 910-457-5258 SOUTH BRUNSWICK & OCEAN ISLE • 6818 Beach Drive SW • 910-842-1477 OAK ISLAND BEACHES • 210 Country Club Drive • 910-278-5213

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Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

INT RODU C I NG YOU R 2018

M AGGIE W INNE R S! Favorite Cable or Satellite Provider

Most Votes:

Spectrum

Most Often Dined at Restaurant

Other Top Vote Getters: Time Warner, ATMC DirectTV

Preferred Grocery Store

Most Votes:

Mr. P’s Bistro

Other Top Vote Getters:

Loco Jo’s, Joseph’s Island Way, Ports of Call, Bella Cucina, Yacht Basin Eatery, Olivers, Dry Street, The Reserve, Fishy Fishy, Frying Pan, Dead End Salon, Flying Fish Cafe

Favorite Pet Sitter

Most Votes:

Adams Folly Bed & Biscuit Most Votes:

Lowe’s Foods

Other Top Vote Getters:

Food Lion, Walmart Harris Teeter, Publix, Trader Joe’s, Piggly Wiggly

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

Other Top Vote Getters:

Greenwood Pet Camp, Four Paws Pet Sitting, River Road Animal Hospital, Leland Pet Resort, Dog Days of Southport www.SouthportMag.com / MARCH 2018 / Southport Magazine 9

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Now Booking 2018 for wedding season

Lowdown on Spring Style

Your hometown jewelry store since 1976

Breathe new life into your home by blending color, texture and natural elements

Artist Missy Ronquillo colorfully captures people in motion and the mood of your event LIVE!

50% off certified loose diamonds

Studio & Store

Best Diamond Prices on the East Coast!

Mon - Sat 10:30am to 5pm Sundays Closed 619-B N. Howe, Southport, NC 910-363-6939 www.MadRiverDesigns.com

A live event Painting is a unique way to capture all aspects of your event. With every painting Missy aims to capture the specific mood and color of the space, while interacting with your quest as they watch the painting come to life.

All shapes and sizes OFF $$5 OFF $2.00 $ OFF Jewelry Jewelry Watch Watch Battery Repair Repair (Limit 1 per customer) Batteries ($35 repair of more)

Contact Missy at 910 -632-3908

for a price qoute. Price varies depending on size and location.

Limit one per customer

(of $25 or more)

WINNER 2016

SOUTHPORT MAGAZINE

Winner of Best Place to max out your credit card.

602 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-7714 reneesfinejewelry.com

6018 East Oak Island Dr. • 910-632-3908

www.pescadoyamor.com

Master Jeweler onsite!

FURNITURE • LIGHTING • GIFTS • LINENS • ART • GARDEN • RUGS • POTIONS

Kay Jolliff

Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., Realtors

910-523-0624

Are you thinking about selling your home?

Spring is coming and it’s the perfect time to put your house on the market. Call Kay today! SOL

231 N CASWELL AVENUE

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317 CLARENDON AVENUE

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Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

IN T RODU C I NG YOU R 2018

M AGGIE W INNE R S! Best Place to go for a Girls Night Out

Most Votes:

American Fish

Best Spicy Food

Other Top Vote Getters:

Most Votes:

Loco Jo’s

Mr. P’s Bistro, Ports of Call Pescado Y Amor, Fishy Fishy, Oliver’s, Joseph’s, Check Six Brewery

Favorite Cellular Service

Curry Specials and Wings

Other Top Vote Getters:

Curry Dishes from Thai By The Sea, Curry Dishes from Thai Peppers, Firecracker Shrimp Nachos from Kai-Joe’s, Underground Tuna from Mr. P’s Bistro, Spicy Garlic Wings from The Pepperoni Grill, Buffalo Wings from Chasers

Favorite Local Insurance Agent

Most Votes:

Verizon Wireless Other Top Vote Getters:

AT&T, Sprint US Cellular, Straight Talk, Consumer Cellular, T-Mobile, Tracfone

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

Most Votes:

Jonathan Peele & Josh Whitaker of Coastline Insurance Company

Other Top Vote Getters:

Rob Potter & Ken White of Farm Bureau Insurance Kara Herring at Don Bullard Insurance

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Get your Mermaid on at any of our 3 locations! Beach Road - 4557 Long Beach Rd SE, Southport - 910-477-9154 Midway Commons - 2831 Midway Rd SE, Bolivia - 910-253-5634 The Seaside Mermaid - 8903 E Oak Island Dr., Oak Island - 910-250-1511

SHOP ONLINE at Follow Us, Like Us!

mermaidcoveboutique.com

OPEN DAILY

Thank you for voting us “Best place to buy clothes for all Shapes and Sizes”

WOMEN’S APPAREL IN SIZES S TO 3XL - COASTAL JEWELRY - UNIQUE HOME DECOR - GARDEN & MORE

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Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

IN T RODU C I NG YOU R 2018

M AGGIE W INNE R S! Favorite Place to Shop for Men’s Clothing

Most Votes:

Boo & Roo’s

Other Top Vote Getters:

Ocean Outfitters, Tidal Merchant Peebles, Local Call Surf Shop, Strands, The Label Shopper

Favorite Live Band

Most Votes:

The Christine Martinez Band Other Top Vote Getters:

Seneca Guns, Mike’s Garage Band, Party of Two, The Dennis Walton Band, The Groove Pirates, L Shaped Lot, Sea Notes, Southport Johnny and the Business

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

Best Take Out

Most Votes:

Gourmet To Go

Other Top Vote Getters:

Famous Pizza & Subs, Pepperoni Grill, Wok & Roll, BBQ House, San Felipe, Kai Joe’s, Southport Smoke House, OKI Sub Shop, Dry Street, Southport Gourmet & Sushi, Chasers, Thai By The Sea, Bella Cucina

Favorite Solo Musician

Most Votes:

The Rev Other Top Vote Getters:

Dennis Walton and Heather Skipper, Dos Eddies Parker Lanier, Tim Clark, Dale Kinner, Jamie Hoover

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Joann Kimball 910-599-8614

jkimball@rudd.com JoannKimball.margaretrudd.com

THE LANDING

COTTAGE POINT

We BUY & SELL Quality Furniture 6187 RIVER SOUND CIRCLE

782 SKIPJACK CIRCLE

100’ x 150’ $103,000

89’ x 78’ x 116’ x 122’ $ 139,000

MLS # 100095210

MLS # 100095261

HISTORIC SOUTHPORT 1023 & 112 North Howe Street • 910-457-5258

Tues - Sat 10am-5pm Closed Sunday & Monday

4700 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC (across from the police station in the Dosher medical plaza)

www.MargaretRudd.com AN EDUCATIONAL

HOMESTEAD FARM 668 Midway Road SE Bolivia, NC 28422 910.253.7934

OPEN by appointment: tours & event venue

WWW.GREENLANDSFARM.ORG

Satisfy your

HOT BBQ FAST! Craving

Try our new DRIVE THRU!

Eclectic Fashions — Accessories Home Decor & Gifts

Order menu located behind the building.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

First three guests to book for 2018 get 20% off!

RESTRICTIONS APPLY - CALL FOR DETAILS

NEW MENU ITEMS: Homemade apple cobbler Two new sauces!

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Designer & More ♥ Lucky Brand • Flannels • Boots Candles Gifts & Home Decor Tues. - Fri. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sat. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

1105 N. Howe St. • 910-523-1203 #ASouthernHospitalityShoppingExperience

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

IN TRODU C I NG YOU R 2018

M AGGIE W INNE R S! Exceptional Service

Most Votes:

Mr. P’s Bistro

Other Top Vote Getters:

Fishy Fishy

Most Votes:

Renee’s Fine Jewelry, Galloway and Sands Pharmacy, The Confectionary, Boo & Roo’s, Gourmet To Go, Cattail Cottage, Mermaid Cove, Tale Feathers, Adventure Kayak Company, Coastal Carolina Dentistry, Southport Cheese Shoppe, Joseph’s

Best Place to go to Dance

Most Votes:

The Best French Fries

Fat Andy’s

Other Top Vote Getters:

McDonald’s, Loco Jo’s Eric’s Grill, Shagger Jacks, Provisions, Dead End Saloon, Oliver’s, Chaser’s, Taylor’s, The Fish House, Trolly Stop

Best Selection of Clothing for All Shapes and Sizes

Other Top Vote Getters:

Yacht Basin Eatery, American Fish Lazy Turtle, Pirates Deck, Tiki Tavern

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

Most Votes:

Mermaid Cove

Other Top Vote Getters:

Boo & Roo’s, Pebbles and Ocean Outfitters

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March 17 Southport Day of Service

March 24 Easter Egg Hunt

outhport’s annual Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. in Franklin Square Park offers a fun challenge for ages 6-12 with plenty of clever hiding places. Following, the Easter egg hunt for children 5 and under will be on the Fort Johnston Garrison lawn. A thousand plastic eggs filled with goodies will be scattered across the lawn for the delight of the younger children. Events are free. Sponsored by the City of Southport Department of Parks and Recreation.

he 2nd Annual Southport Day of Service highlights Southport’s selfless volunteer spirit. This year, the City is partnering with Trinity United Methodist Church and hoping for a fantastic turnout. Southport citizens have a lot of pride in their town, and with an all-out community effort, the possibilities for success are limitless. The Citywide event begins 7:15 a.m. at Murrow Hall, Trinity United Methodist Church. Breakfast, beverages and a luncheon will be offered to all helpers. Participation forms are available at the Southport Visitors’ Center. For more information, www.southportnc.org.

City of Southport Department of Tourism

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Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

IN T RODU C I NG YOU R 2018

M AGGIE W INNE R S! Favorite Appetizer

Most Votes:

Oysters

Mr. P’s Bistro

Outstanding Community Service

Other Top Vote Getters: Fried Oysters - Ports of Call, Boom Boom Cauliflower - Loco Jo’s, Bourbon Meatballs - Gourmet to Go, Crap Dip - Tranquil Harbor Restaurant, Escargot and Calamari - Joseph’s, Wings - Shagger Jacks, Crab Cakes - Dead End Saloon, Sweet Potato Biscuits - The Frying Pan, Steak Bites and Ahi Tuna Oliver’s, Fried Pickles - Yacht Basin Eatery, Crab Dip - The Fish House.

Most Popular Place to Buy a Boat

Most Votes:

Southport Water Sports

Other Top Vote Getters:

Zimmerman Marine, Angler’s Marine

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

Most Votes:

St. James Service Club

Other Top Vote Getters: Mathew’s Ministries, Maritime Museum Mikes’s Garage Band, Wounded Warriors, Southport Beautification Committee, Southport/Oak Island Chamber of Commerce, Paws Place, Southport Yacht Club, Rotary Club, Knights of Columbus, Communities in Schools, Downtown Southport, Inc, New Hope Clinic.

Favorite Local Artist

Most Votes:

Missy Ronquillo

Other Top Vote Getters: Ricky Evans-Photography, Susan Dade - Watercolor, Ami Brown-Painting, Keith Green-photography, Roger Tatum-watercolor, Jim Mcintosh-watercolors, Gina Poppe-Mixed Media, Patrick McGowanphotography, Pam Ingram-Clay, Linda Drye-painter and potter.

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200 Country Club Drive • Suites B & D • Oak Island, NC 28465

Practitioners:

Cathy H. Johnston, CLP, LMBT #1620

Meet Pam Mason

These presentations are free and start at 7:00p.m. You may also join us for Meditation at 6:15p.m.

Massage Therapy & LifeLine Technique 910-228-1035 • caribbeansol@me.com

Sharon Faw,

MLP, LMBT #3279 NCBTMB Approved Provider #1515 LifeLine Technique, Chromotherapy, Massage Therapy 704-905-9535 • swfaw@aol.com

Everyone is Welcome!

March 5: Unifying the Circle in the Square with Blaze Harmon

Kristel Webb,

Owner, The Crystal Web Gemstones & Holistic Essentials, Young Living Essential Oil Educator, Member #3666403 910-547-9641 • keylime@ec.rr.com

Chris Gordon,

March 12: Journey Toward the Divine Feminine with Diana Johnson and Rhonda Purvis

March 19: The BioSet Way to Wellness

Celestial Healing Therapist,

with Alicia Corlew

Reiki Master Teacher 910-232-4413 • celestialhealing14@yahoo.com

March 26: Eden Energy Medicine with Sue Singleton

Paula Curtis-Burn,

Master EFT Practitioner, Life Coach, Matrix Reimprinting 910-713-5090 • pcurtisburn@ec.rr.com

FREE LIFELINE HEALING CIRCLE: Tuesday, March 6th at 6:45pm Learn about the LifeLine Technique and Experience a Live Healing Circle with Dr. Darren Weissman & Sharon Faw

Tammy Ellis,

MA CPC Mental Health Life Coach 910-713-4030 • tammy@elliscoachingandconsulting.com

Laura Brochure,

Organic Manicures & Pedicures Reiki, Crystal Bowl Sound Healing 910-520-5606

SEMINARS:

Tanya Hart M.Ed., LCAS, LPC

SoulShine: Addictions Specialist, Reiki Practitioner, Essential Oils Consultant 740-505-3819 • tanyahart79@yahoo.com

Pam Yount, Certified Hypnosis Instructor Hypnosis for Weight Loss, Pain, Stop Smoking Appointments available Thursdays – Saturdays 828-962-4336 Kerrie Boyan,

Holistic Health Coach, Culinary Nutrition Expert, Business Mentor, Educator 740-904-0845 • kerenshomes@aol.com

Diana Johnson,

Integrated Bodywork Therapist, Healing Touch, Raindrop Technique Yoga for Restoration 540-846-2418 • dianajohnsonb@gmail.com

Eileen Rainier, Reiki Master, Certified Biofield Tuning Practitioner, Coach - Transformation & Empowerment 910-392-5611 • pathwaystotruesolutions@gmail.com Pam Mason,

Meaningful Monday Presentations:

Book Club with Maria Teslik

Pam combines Classic Swedish Massage with many other modalities to provide you with a personalized relaxing massage. She has been trained in Sports, Medical, and Acupressure massage techniques. Pam is certified in Pre and Post Natal massage, and Reiki. She incorporates these as well as Reflexology, Bowen, and various forms of energy healing. Pam also teaches massage therapy at the College of Wilmington. She has been a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist since 2004. Call (203) 215-1844.

LMBT, NCTMB, #13206

Massage Therapy 203-215-1844 • pamason0707@yahoo.com

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Keys to the Kingdom by Allison Armstrong March 15 & 22, 6:30-9pm Contact Maria to Register: 704-228-4360

Chakra system as it pertains to ethics with Rene Shuford Saturday, March 17th, 9:30-4:30 pm $99.00

Massage Therapists Receive 6 CEs To Register: www.reneshuford.com

SACRED MONEY ARCHETYPE WORKSHOP with Maria Teslik SUNDAY, March 18th, 10am-4pm, $99.00 Contact Maria to Register: 704-228-4360

Journey Toward the Divine Feminine with Diana Johnson and Rhonda Purvis Saturday, March 24th, 10am-Noon, Contact Diana: 540-846-2418 dianajohnsonb@gmail.com

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

INT RODU C I NG YOU R 2018

M AGGIE W INNE R S! Most Admired House

Most Votes:

The Robert Ruark Inn

Other Top Vote Getters: 222 Trott St - Oak Island, The Whale House - Bald Head Island, 405 E. Leonard St, 205 E. West St, The Brunswick Inn, 302 N. Dry St, 500 W. St. Georges St, 309 & 302 E. Bay St, 310 W. Brunswick St, 310 E. 8th St, 201 River Dr, 131 Burton Rd/BSL, 6002 W. Beach Dr.

Favorite New Business

Favorite Waiter/Waitress

Most Votes:

Marcuies Sullivan

JOSEPH’S ITALIAN BISTRO

Other Top Vote Getters: Addison Phipps - Mr. P’s Bistro, Adam Barringer - Yacht Basin Eatery, Kate & Brad - The Flying Fish, Ashley-Dry Street, Pam-American Fish Company, Rita- Ports of Call Bistro, Kim - Oliver’s, Lexie-Tranquil Harbor, Derek AstoskeSweetreat, Alli - Island Way.

Local Know It All

Most Votes:

Kai Joe’s Other Top Vote Getters:

Doc Meridian Winery, Swain Seafood Shack, Falcones, Gourmet To Go, Tranquil Harbor, Castucci’s Italian Restaurant, Oliver’s

Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

Most Votes:

Tommy Harrelson

Other Top Vote Getters: The Rev, John Keiffer, Katherine Huffham, Cindy Brochure and Rick Pukenas, Ginger Williams, Randy Jones, Karen Sphar, Vicky Burton, Bob Cowan, Alan Beasley, Margaret Bishop, John Dosher, Mayor Dove, Katie Compton, Bill Craft and Kay Jolliff.

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TAKE A SHOT AND WIN!

Mr. P’s Bistro March Madness Photo Contest is Back!

Take a picture of your meal and post it on our Facebook page or email it to us:

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IN TRODU C I NG YOU R 2018

M AGGIE W INNE R S! The Readers Speak Out Do you Recycle? If not, what is the main reason you do not?

93% answered Yes 7% answered No, because: • No recycle bin • Don’t have it in the county • Condo doesn’t have recycling • Too much of hassle • We have to make a special trip • Not available • Just never have • It’s not free • There is an overabundance of recycling materials and not enough market for reuse • Lazy and selfish.

Can you offer a POSITIVE suggestion for our local lawmakers? Have you ever sat in the swings on the waterfront in Southport? 94% answered Yes! Come on 8%...what are you waiting for?

What is your biggest pet peeve? Mean, Rude, Nasty, Angry People, Slow Drivers, Failure to Signal, Traffic and Tail-gaters, litter and not picking up after your pet, people who do not return grocery carts to the proper place and just leave them wherever, Lying and Stealing, People who are late, Texting while driving, Provincial attitude between towns. Lack of consolidation of services, which would lower costs/taxes., People who do not tip their servers correctly, Surveys with incorrect grammar., e.g., number 23 of the Maggie Survey.

What show are you binge watching right now? • The Crown • Stranger Things • This is Us • Breaking Bad • The Killing

What is #1 on your bucket list? An overwhelming response was TRAVEL Other responses: get a tattoo, quit smoking, sky diving, fall in love, balloon ride, enjoy each day, stay positive, live on the waterfront, write my life story, run a half marathon.

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Is there a type of festival or event you would like to see in our area?

In 2017, did you go to the beach on Oak Island or Caswell Beach? Did you get in the water? 92% answered Yes and 87% of the beach goers went swimming!

43% would like an Oyster or Seafood Festival, 37% would like to see a Music Festival - Jazz, Bluegrass, Country, Blues, Beach Music and Reggae were named the most, 20% - Wine & Beer, Special Olympics Polar Plunge, Halloween, Green, Renaissance and Mardi Gras.

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• Work for the good of the people • More sidewalks • Invest in parks and rec • Stop growth • Tort reform • Repair roads • More parking • Plan for growth without losing our “small town” feel • Get rid of mopeds and golf carts • Pay off the sewer • Beach crosswalk enforcement • Rebuild Yaupon Pier • Protect our coast • Cut taxes • Keep up the good work • Keep fighting the drug problem • No offshore drilling • Consider what they did in Beaufort, NC in their harbor • More handicap parking • Seating and sidewalks • More support of small businesses • Public transportation • More public restrooms • Help with abused or neglected pets • Historic district protection • Long term protection for our dunes and beaches • More activities for the winter and city celebrations • More trash and recycle receptacles • Better Christmas decorations • Impose of fine for not picking up after your pets • Keep out big chain companies.

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BIZ Q&A Spring Into All In Bloom Local garden center brings the blooms all year BY KASS FINCHER

usiness partners Kim Everhart and Tina York live in Oak Island and operate All In Bloom Garden Center and Landscapes on Howe Street downtown in Southport. They visited with me recently during the winter break and talked about their plans for 2018. YOU JUST OPENED IN SEPTEMBER LAST YEAR; HOW ARE THINGS GOING? “Wonderful, we have been very blessed, we really have! Southport and Oak Island have been very good to us. We’ve found a niche here and it seems to be working really well for us. We each have our strengths and we complement each other. Kim runs the landscaping side; Tina runs the retail side.” IS THIS A NEW VENTURE FOR YOU OR HAVE YOU BEEN IN THIS BUSINESS IN THE PAST? “We’ve been in the garden center business for awhile. We moved here five years ago from Asheboro. Once here, we worked for Bridgers Garden Center. After they closed, Kim went to manage a local garden center here and worked there for about three seasons. Tina worked for several farmers’ markets – including Maters and Taters and Summerlin Farms. This past year, we just figured it was as good a time as any to take that leap of faith and go for it, and we’ve been very blessed.” WHAT’S DIFFERENT ABOUT YOUR PAST EXPERIENCES AND WHAT YOU’RE OFFERING HERE NOW? “We learned from those past experiences and now we bring our knowledge to this. You can come here with questions and we’ll give you answers. We really try to focus on customer service and teaching our customers the best plans for their garden, lawn maintenance, whatever they need.”

AND THAT KNOWLEDGE CREATES LOYALTY WITH YOUR CUSTOMERS, I WOULD THINK?

“Yes we think so. We’re developing a very loyal customer base. And we appreciate that so much. We can’t compete with the box stores on price but what we can give you is a better product, knowledge, and really, really good customer service.” WHAT IS YOUR SERVICE AREA? “We’ll go as far as Leland, Shallotte, Ocean Isle. We do business in Bald Head too. We like to go wherever our clients need us.”

I SEE YOUR SIGNS ALL OVER TOWN. IS LANDSCAPING A BIG PART OF WHAT YOU DO? “Yes, it’s a large part and we’ve been very blessed on that aspect too. We had several jobs in January and February, and it’s really unheard of in the landscaping industry to be working in the wintertime. We do all aspects of landscaping – from design to installation and maintaining those properties too.” So what would you say are your primary products and services? “Landscaping is at least half of what we do. Of course we’ve not been here a year yet. We have nothing to gauge by except our pumpkin patch last fall. If our pumpkin patch is any indication of what our spring is going to be like, we’ll be killing it. Tina will need more than four staff here to help out. The pumpkin patch was phenomenal – we sold over 3000 pumpkins. It was so much fun – the kids and even the adults got excited. Everybody loves fall and the pumpkins.” HOW MANY STAFF WORK WITH YOU? “We have a landscaping crew of five men. Tina will have a staff of four working at the retail store. We had just returned from a gift mart trade show in Atlanta, and we have lots of new garden and yard art items for the store – unique things you won’t find anywhere else.

HOW DO YOU THINK THE COLD WEATHER WE HAD THIS YEAR WILL AFFECT YOUR BUSINESS?

“Our bitter cold snaps were tough. People will probably lose some plants and have to replant. On the Lantana, you should check on what variety it is. If it’s the New Gold or Chapel Hill variety, you might get it back. But the only true Lantana perennial is Miss Huff – even with this bitter weather, though, it might have gotten hurt.”

WHAT PLANTS WILL YOU OFFER IN THE SPRING?

“The whole lot will be covered – annuals, perennials,shrubs, trees. We’ll have a lot of native plants too. We’re a full service garden center – and lots of unique yard art that nobody else here will have.” What challenges have you run into so far?

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“Actually, running out of space is a challenge. We want to do so much. We do have a good amount of space outside but we’re limited inside. Finding good help is a challenge too – every small business is challenged with finding good, dependable help. Any people with plant knowledge out there, please come to see us!” DO YOU HAVE ANY FUNNY STORIES, THINGS THAT HAVE GONE AWRY? “Moving this building here was kind of crazy. It was a prefab, empty shell built to our specifications by Leonard Utility Buildings in Wilmington. They brought it down on a truck in August; the truck got stuck up out out here on the lot maybe four or five times. What they thought was going to take about an hour took about half a day to finally get this building in place. The building was precariously hanging halfway on the truck and halfway off; we didn’t know how we were going to do this. We laugh about it now – but it wasn’t so funny then.” THE BEADED WOOD ON THE WALLS AND CEILING INSIDE THE STORE IS UNIQUE. WHERE DID YOU GET THAT? “It’s from an old house in Castle Hayne that was built in the late 1800s. The lady lived there until she was over 100 years old. A friend of mine – the owner of North Carolina Plantation Antiques – found it for us. The different colors are because the wood came from different rooms – her den, her bedroom, her kitchen. And the wood on the floor is from a tobacco barn in Surry County.”

WHAT WAS YOUR VISION IN CREATING THE INTERIOR SPACE?

“We wanted people to walk into the store and not notice how small the building is, but to say, ‘Oh my God this is very cool.’ It’s nice to reclaim things and find new uses for them that add a creative touch.” WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS ON PLANT OFFERINGS – DO YOU PLAN TO OFFER ANYTHING DIFFERENT FROM OTHERS? “Our main thing is to have plants out here that will do well in our coastal environment.

We try to focus on what the customer is going to buy that he or she can take home and not worry about it – something that will really thrive for them. We both know what works in our climate and what doesn’t. There are a lot of elements here that people don’t even think of – salt air, wind, sand. The humidity here is rough on plants. We used to have customers come to us at the other garden center and say ‘I want a lilac bush.’ And I would always tell them that they just won’t make it here because of the humidity. The heat won’t hurt them – it’s the humidity that does it. Same thing with peonies – people want them all the time; they don’t do well here, they struggle.”

WHAT ARE THE BEST PLANTS YOU WOULD RECOMMEND IN YOUR DESIGNS? “There are a lot of plants that do well here. Everybody loves hydrangeas – they do well with the right varieties. They’re nostalgic favorites, reminding us of grandma’s garden. Of course the drift roses and knock-outs also do fantastic here, while standard roses cannot – they get disease ridden. We’ll have tons of perennials that will do well here, and evergreens as well. It’s important when you do a design to consider all the seasons. When we go in and design a landscape, we know you have to do more than just put in that ‘wow factor,’ because in the wintertime the customer will have nothing. You’ve got to do a mix with evergreens too.”

WHAT PLANS DO YOU HAVE TO ENHANCE YOUR BUSINESS? “We are still very new. We want to build relationships with realtors and builders for referrals this spring. We’re very excited about our potential – we have great visibility and we hope to stay here quite awhile.” It’s clear that Kim and Tina are committed and know their stuff – I’m sure they are here to stay. The pumpkin patch was just the beginning. All In Bloom will bring their creative touch to our area and make Southport and surrounding area gardens even more beautiful.

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Favorite Irish beer recommended any time of the year STORY BY JEFF STITES

t’s St. Patrick’s Day Month and I’m writing about Guinness. Sorry, but if you don’t understand why and completely agree, you might as well stop reading now.

This is as much a love letter as a review. I’m a huge Guinness fan. If you aren’t yet, give it a try. Don’t be afraid of the color, beer isn’t supposed to be transparent. And don’t assume that because it’s dark it’s “heavy.” In truth, Guinness Draught (and it’s pronounced “draft” by the way), is one of the lightest beers you’ll find. It has an alcohol content similar to American mass-produced light beers like Miller, Bud and Coors, it has fewer calories than even most “light” beers, and it is actually so truly light that it will float atop about any other liquid, from other beers to even Champagne. That’s called a Velvet Hammer, by the way, and I don’t recommend it. For years Guinness used “Guinness Is Good For You” as a company slogan, and while that can’t be scientifically proven, I hardily believe it. Anyhow, since Guinness is Irish and we all like to think of ourselves as Irish this time of year, let’s dive into the Guinness goodness.

GUINNESS DRAUGHT STOUT 4.2% ABV

The Label Says: Upon opening, the famous round plastic widget in every can unleashes nitrogen through the beer, creating the creamy head and iconic surge that’s distinctly Guinness. My Take: What follows that label blurb is detailed instructions on how to pour your Guinness Draught correctly. Pay attention and whatever you do, don’t drink this from the can like a savage. We are civilized folk, remember. This is the Guinness folk’s best attempt at recreating their pride and joy….the draught Guinness pint. It isn’t perfect. I can’t put my finger on why but it just doesn’t quite measure up to Guinness poured from a proper tap in a proper pub. But until I install a proper pub in my house, and mark my words, someday I will, this is a very passable substitute.

GUINNESS ORIGINAL 4.2% ABV

The Label Says: Guinness Original is inspired by Arthur Guinness’ original stout recipe, first introduced in Dublin around 1800 as a premium porter. Still sold today in the UK and now available in the United States, this brew delivers a rounded flavor of bitter and sweet with a dry finish. My Take: At only 4.2% abv, this is pretty much in line with your big American light beers, but it tastes oh so much better. This is perfect for social situations where you need to stay on your game, for nights where you plan to drink more than a few beers, or just about any other time. It doesn’t pack the powerful flavors of some of the beers to follow, but it is malty with balanced bitterness and sweetness and it tasted the way Arthur Guinness intended, which means quite a bit. It’s also a great choice for cooking as it makes a fine addition to soups and stews.

GUINNESS FOREIGN EXTRA STOUT 7.5% ABV

The Label Says: Foreign Extra Stout is brewed with generous hops and roasted barley for a full-flavored taste of dark chocolate, dried fruits and caramel. Originally developed for global export from Ireland, the addition of extra hops ensured this stout would always arrive in perfect condition. My Take: This is one of the heartiest of the Guinness Family of beers. As the brewer’s description mentioned, this beer was made to ship all over the world at time when sailing ships and voyages were often measured in weeks. Both the roasted malt that gives the beer its very dark color and the addition of extra hops serve to mask the degradation of the beer that can happen under extended time in the tropical heat. As an aside, this is where the term IPA comes from as well. IPA is an abbreviation

of India Pale Ale which was the English Pale Ale shipped to the British colony of India. It was hopped more than the domestic version for the same reasons as the Guinness export. But what this leaves us, in the much more climate controlled and fossil fuel-powered 21st century, is a beer that is chock full of all the deliciousness that makes beer great. It’s got hops, like the IPAs, but the malt isn’t overpowered by the bitterness. Rather everything is in perfect balance. Granted, it’s not what most would choose after a sweaty afternoon mowing the lawn, but as beers go, this one is hard to beat.

GUINNESS 200TH ANNIVERSARY EXPORT STOUT 6% ABV

The Label Says: This year marks the 200th anniversary of the first Guinness export from Ireland to the U.S. To commemorate this momentous occasion we brewed this beer, inspired by entries from our 1817 brewing logs. In 1817 Guinness was using Black Patent malt to give its stouts their deep dark black color. This new brew is complex and smooth with balance of roast and sweet chocolate malt. My Take: Just as dark (if not even darker) but sweeter and with a lower alcohol content than the Guinness Export, this special edition brew is almost as perfect. At only 6% abv, this one is the perfect after lawn mowing beer.

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GUINNESS ANTWERPEN STOUT 8% ABV

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stage some of the world’s best singers and songwriters who share the meaning and... music behind their hit songs. This show provides an up close, and personal insight into some of the greatest music ever written, and performances by some of the music industry’s most talented musicians. Artists appearing on this show are Teddy Gentry of Alabama, John Berry, Linda Davis, Lenny LeBlanc and Nadine from “Larry’s Country Diner’ on RFD-TV

SEA NOTES CHORAL SOCIETY SPRING CONCERT

BCC Odell Williamson 150 College Rd. NE Bolivia 3pm - The Sea Notes Choral Society will hold its annual spring concert, titled “Unforgettable”, at Odell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick Community College. This beloved group is comprised of 100+ volunteer music lovers that enjoy the pleasure of singing and sharing it with the local community. This event is free and open to the public.

BRUNSWICK LITTLE THEATER, ME AND MY GIRL

March 15,16, 17,18, 22, 23, 24, 25 $12-$20, Brunswick Little Theatre, 8068 River Road Southeast, Southport https://brunswicklittletheatre.com/

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ART BEAT Naturally Artistic Missy Tripp Ronquillo wins Maggie Favorite Local Artist! STORY BY: CAR L A E DST RO M

“My art is my life,” says local artist Missy Tripp Ronquillo and

owner of Pescado Y Amor paint studio and gallery on Oak Island. “I pretty much am creating from the time I wake up in the morning until I fall asleep. It is what I do.” Her non-stop creativity is evident with her paintings and other fabulous creations adorning her studio from floor to ceiling. From large acrylic sea life paintings to recycled and up-scaled glass windows, Ronquillo’s art encompasses a wide range of mediums to showcase her immense creative talents. She has an infectious passion for art and vibrant enthusiasm for life that is apparent in her work. Her positive nature is motivating and challenging to me as an artist myself to keep creating and growing. “I always knew I wanted to be an artist of some sort,” said Ronquillo.

She started her art schooling at the Corcoran School of Art and Design in Washington DC and then transferred to Virginia Commonwealth University In Richmond, VA where she received her B.F.A In Painting. She earned her Masters in Fine Art at Savannah College of Art & Design. Ronquillo says that her biggest influence for her art is her grandfather Irving Tripp, who was an American comic book artist best known as the illustrator of Little Lulu comics. A native of NC being born in Raleigh, Ronquillo is happy to be back by the beach and closer to family on the East Coast. Being brought up in a military family, she lived all over the US, Europe and Mexico. Her art definitely showcases her experiences of travel and living in Mexico with her use of bright festive colors and bold lines. She explained that living in the Southport area is “the longest I have lived anywhere in my whole Life. It is now my home.” And we are happy to have her! Knowing that she always wanted to have her own art space that she could call her own, she and her husband opened a studio where Ronquillo could teach students and also work on her own art. “My husband, Ron and I started Pescado Y Amor on a warm summer day in 2009 while living in Sayultia, Mexico. We moved to Oak Island the same year and slowly progressed into this fabulous art studio,” says Ronquillo. “We started the business in Mexico where it was of a gathering or artists that would get together and start painting.” But it didn’t stop at being an art studio for artists. Ronquillo’s talent for teaching would come into play when others who were not painters would want to learn, and so she helped them along. “We really fell into the painting process,” she explained. “We started our business with the love of art and making art and living at the beach. Ever since graduating from school I have been teaching painting in some form so it

makes sense that it slowly has transformed into a teaching space, and my studio space where you find me working most days of the week ... as well as my gallery.” With classes several times a week, there is a class for everyone including paint your own pet portraits, and painting while you do yoga. Whether it’s a class for adults where they can bring their own beverages and have a party, to toddler and after school classes for kids. Dream catchers, painted pillows and other textile work all add to the creativity of her classes. She also offers cut out wooden sea life creatures for painting like pelicans and whales. There are even classes using recycled and tumbled glass and resin. Ronquillo strives to have this art experience be fun and memorable for her students. When she teaches painting, she will sketch out the drawing that the class is doing for each student, but then encourages her students to look outside of the box and add different dimensions to their creations, making their work of art personal and their own. It will be an exciting time this spring at Pescado Y Amor as they are going to be organizing the studio so that they can offer some open studio hours for people to work on their own projects outside of classes. According to Ronquillo, “People can just walk in and work on something or create something new.” She hopes this will be good for locals and tourists alike who want a place to create. Although the classes take up a lot of her time, Ronquillo still manages to do commission work and get out of the studio for other projects such as painting live events as they happens. “It takes me out of the studio and makes the art of interacting part of the painting,” she said. “Custom

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paintings are a big part of my business as an artist,” she said. “I have painted murals or custom artwork for homes and businesses all over the United States and Mexico.” Living on the beach influences her work as most of it is beach related, but she also has non-beach work such as a series that focuses on the human body. “Creating this studio on Oak Island has definitely made me push myself and keeps me trying to find new ways to keep people interested in my art. I guess I feel more like an artist at this point in my life than I ever have,” she said. Ronquillo lives on Oak Island with her husband Ron, her dog Sabby and cat Panny. To commission her for work or take a class, you can reach her by email pescadoyamor@att.net and through her website http://www.pescadoyamor.com/.

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Marine Flea Market

Do you have boat supplies you want to sell? Are you trying to find boat supplies? Southport Yacht Club has the answer for YOU! When: March 11th 2018, 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Where: Southport Marina, 606 W. West Street, Southport Why: To support a local, non-profit charity Who: Anyone who wants to sell or buy Marine goods Contact: Norm Brown (910)269-8689

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CALENDAR of EVENTS MAR 2

MARCH

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK,

MAR 1

COASTAL CONSUMER SHOWCASE St. James Community Center , 4pm to 7pm, View and experience the best in local products and services.

HOWL AT THE MOON

Mar 1, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. , East Beach Access 39, Bald Head Island

MAR 2

DIAMONDS & DENIM BALL

St. James Community Center, 6pm to 10pm, Dance the night away with music by the Black Water Rhythm & Blues Band, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, a delicious buffet dinner, along with wine and beer, and try your hand at both silent and live auctions at the prestigious Diamonds & Denim Ball. Proceeds benefit the Brunswick Sheriff’s Charitable Foundation.

March 2 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, The first Friday of each month art galleries in the Southport area team up to promote a Gallery Walk.

Art enthusiasts are welcome to participate in this cultural event each first Friday from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

MAR 3

8TH ANNUAL STEP UP FOR SOLDIERS

Backyard BBQ Cook-off, March 3, 2018 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, The Lake at Carolina Beach, 400 S Lake Park Blvd, COST: Free to enter, BBQ Sample tickets $1, CONTACT: Bobby McConville 910-279-2782

BOOK SIGNING

“Picking Up Glass: A Southport, NC Novel,” Book Signing by Author Leigha Tracey-Gaynair, NC Maritime Museum, March 3, 1-3 pm

WORLD WILDLIFE DAY! March 3rd.

MAR 5

SUPER SENIORS SPRING EVENT

Caswell Dunes HOA Club House, Caswell Beach, 2pm, Guest Speakers will include Yvonne Hatcher, Executive Director of Brunswick Transit System, and Christina Baumon, the Community Accessibility Consultant with the NC Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Learn more about what services are offered in Brunswick County, how to make travel arrangements, and how devices help you determine what kind of devices can make your life easier. Refreshments will be served and additional supportive literature will be available to take home.

MAR 6

COFFEE & CONSERVATION

1st Tuesday of the Month, 8:30am9:45am, To preregister for OKI Nature Programs please call (910) 278-5518

MAR 7

SOUTHPORT WOMAN’S CLUB MEETING

March 7 @ 1:00 pm, Murrow Hall,

presents the 2018 Spring Concerts

Unforgettable Sat

Trinity United Methodist Church, 209 E. Nash Street ,Southport

MAR 10

“LUCKY TO HAVE YOU” DANCE

March 10th, OKI Community Center 6-8pm, Ages 6-12 $20 per couple OKI Residents & $25 per couple Non Resident *$5 per extra ticket* , More information, Ryan at (910) 278-5518.

OAK ISLAND PARKS AND RECREATION

March 10, History Series: Battle of Waterloo, Birth of the U.S. Navy, 3003 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, NC. 10:00am-11:00am, (910) 278-5518. FREE Event Series (with pre-registration) 2nd Saturday of the Month

THE HEART BEHIND THE MUSIC

Songwriters Showcase, BCC Odell Williamson, 150 College Rd. NE Bolivia Saturday, March 10, 7:00 PM

SALE AT THE TRAIL

Ocean Trail Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, March 10, 8am to 1pm, Ocean Trail 630 Fodale Avenue Southport

Stop in to meet our new Chef, Joseph Doppes, and let him cook for you!

March 24 3:00 pm

Sun March 25 3:00 pm Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium

MARCH SPECIALS Corned Beef Fresh Local Seafood Chocolate Cakes Spumoni

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CALENDAR MARCH 11

MARINE FLEA MARKET

Mark your calendars. March 11th, 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., the Southport Yacht Club will be holding a Marine Flea Market to support a local, non-profit charity. The event will be held at Southport Marina, 606 W. West Street, Southport, 28461. Items represented: boating supplies, nautical crafts and novelties. Come along and see what treasures you can find or sell. For more information call Norm Brown at 910.269.8689 or normbrown1970@ gmail.com. • Southport Yacht Club is a non-profit organization.• Proceeds will go to a local, non-profit charity. Calling all BOAT OWNERS, EX-BOAT OWNERS, SPRING CLEANERS, NAUTICAL THEMED CRAFTERS! Announcing the First Annual Southport Yacht Club Marine Flea Market. 9’ x 19’ Spaces are $25 each, Market Day - March 11th, 2018, Market Time – 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Location Southport Marina, 606 W. West Street, Southport

MAR 12

HORSEPLAY FARMS

March 12, 2018 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

WHERE: Horseplay Farms, 1757 Clemmons Rd SE, Bolivia, Free to veterans and active duty military, CONTACT: Kirsten Crook 910-253-7722

MAR 13

OAK ISLAND BIRD CLUB

2nd Tuesday of the Month, March 13, 8:30-9:45am, Oak Island Recreation Center at (910) 278-5518

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

SOUTHPORT GARDEN CLUB MEETING

March 13 @ 10:00 am, Murrow Hall, Trinity United Methodist Church, 209 E. Nash Street Southport

March 16-18 and March 22-25, 2018. Amuzu Theatre, 111 N Howe St, South-

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MAR 17

BADWATER CAFE FEAR RACE

March 17, 2018, 7:45am, Bald Head Island, 6A Marina Wynd, www.badwater.com

SOUTHPORT DAY OF SERVICE

March 17, 7:15 am - 1 pm Murrow Hall, Trinity United Methodist Church register at Southport Visitors’ Center, 203 E. Bay St. 910-457-7927 - Participation forms are available at the Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors’ Center or online at www.southportnc.org. For more information, contact Randy Jones at 910-457-7927 or randy_jones@southportnc.org.

MAR 18

BLESSING OF THE FLEET

MAR 16 & 17

SOUNDS OF THE ‘70S

port, $20.00 Information Call (910) 523-2552. Tickets can be purchased at Ricky Evans Gallery in Southport (910457-1129) and Color Me Carolina (910933-4531) in Oak Island.

March 18, 2 pm Southport Waterfront, Southport, NC 28461 (910) 2534410

4TH ANNUAL OYSTER ROAST & SHRIMP BOIL JAMBOREE

March 18, 2018 @ 1:00 pm – 9:00pm, Yacht Basin Eatery, 122 Yacht Basin Dr. Southport, $35.00 + tax/fees/gratuity, CONTACT: Jill Brown 910-368-4108, Must buy ticket ahead.

MAR 20

NC MARITIME MUSEUM

3rd Tuesday Evening Program, March 20, 7 pm, Southport Community Building

MAR 24TH & 25TH

SEA NOTES CHORAL SOCIETY SPRING CONCERT

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CALENDAR MAR 24

SOUTHPORT EASTER EGG HUNT,

March 24th 10 a.m., ages 6-12, Franklin Square Park, N. Howe Street, Immediately following: 10:30 a.m., ages 5 and under, Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn, 203 E. Bay Street, Events are free. For more information, http:// southportnc.org/

MAR 29

HOLLY SHELTER GAME

Thursday, March 29th, 2018, Oak Island Residents are spending the day exploring Holly Shelter Game Land, 9am-3pm, $5.00 Per Person, To preregister for OKI Nature Programs please call (910) 278-5518

HISTORY!

Southport Historical Society General Membership meeting with Speaker, March 29 6:30 pm, Community Building Open to the public

MAR 30-31

SPRING FESTIVAL

Franklin Square Park, N. Howe Street, Southport, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. http://www.downtownsouthport.org/

MAR 30

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

Friday, March 30, BCC Odell Williamson, 150 College Rd. NE, Bolivia , 7:00 PM

MAR 31

Southport, (910) 457-5450, Show is on display February 26 - March 17, 2018

KID’S STUFF

STORY TIME

Story Time for Children - Every Monday Harper Library - September through April, 10-11am Cost: Free Location: 109 W. Moore Street, Southport

DAY CAMP!

NC Maritime Museum at Southport, March 27-30 4-Day Camp, 10 am - 1 pm, Ages 8-12, (910) 457-0003 - fee

MUSIC!

YACHT BASIN EATERY

Thursday, 15th: Open Mic 6:00-9:00

Friday, 16th: Christine Martinez Band 7:00-10:00 Saturday, 17th: Hustle Souls 7-10:00 OYSTER ROAST, Sunday, 18th: Trifecta 1:30-3, Hot Flash 3:00-4:30, Southport Johnnie & the Bizness 4:306, The Blues Kings 6-7:30, Dave’s Not Home 7:30-9pm Thursday, 22: Open Mic 6-9 Friday 23rd: Bluegrass & Blues Review, 7:00-10:00 Saturday 24th: The Matthew Carroll Band, 7:00-10:00 Thursday 29: Open Mic 6:00-9:00 Friday 30: Rev & Dr. Ronnie 7-10:00 Saturday 31: Trifecta 7:00-10:00

FISHY FISHY

March 2018 6:30-10:30pm

TURTLE TROT 5K

Sat, March 31, 2018, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM,. LOCATION - Bald Head Island Conservancy, 700 Federal Road, Bald Head Island, (910) 457-0089

USED BOOK SALE

FOLSOI, March 31, 9 am - noon, Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe Street

ART EVENTS

TONY ALDERMAN TEMPORARY ART EXHIBIT,

Life on the Lower Cape Fear: Highlights of Brunswick County, NC Maritime Museum, 204 E. Moore Street , Southport, February 3rd until Saturday, March 24, 2018

ASSOCIATED ARTISTS OF SOUTHPORT SPRING ART SHOW RECEPTION March 2, 5 PM -7 PM, Franklin Square Gallery, 130 E. West St.

Friday, March 2nd: Rev Saturday, March 3rd: The Other Guys Friday, March 9th: The Awkward Silents Saturday, March 10th: David Wesley Duo Friday, March 16th: BAT Saturday, March 17th: The Dennis Walton Band Sunday, March 18th: BAT 2:00-5:00 Friday, March 23rd: BAT Saturday, March 24th: Two Of A Kind Friday, March 30th: The Dennis Walton Band Saturday, March 31st: Uncle Hairy Easter Sunday April 1: Into The Fog 2:00-5:00

Ongoing Events WINE & DRINK

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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.

Thursday, March 1st from 5-7pm at Uncorked By The Sea - Wine and Cheese Pairing featuring cheeses from The Southport Cheese Shoppe. $10 donation goes towards a local charity. 602-A N Howe St. Southport (910) 454-0633

MARITIME PROGRAM

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

BRUNSWICK CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE,

GRAPE & ALE

THE WINE RACK

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!

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

DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

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

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

Monthly Book Sales, February 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe Street, 9:00 a.m. – 12 pm

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK,

March 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.

CASH MOB!

The Mob is open to the public agreeing to spend a minimum of $20.00 in the shop. Cash Mob is an event of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information call (910) 457-6964 or visit www.southport-oakisland. com To be notified of the Cash Mob meet up location by email should text “SHOPBRUNSWICK” to 22828

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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.

March 6, 6:30 pm registration, 7 pm lecture, Hatch Auditorium, Baptist Assembly, Caswell Beach, Contact Mike Powell at (910) 278-3545, or email to mpowell260@gmail.com. Brunswickcivilwarroundtable.com

CLEAN UP!

“It’s our town - let’s clean it up!” Beautification Committee volunteers will be participating in the Southport Day of Service on Saturday, March 17, instead of scheduled March cleanup day. Please join forces in painting and staining benches and other structures in two city parks. Breakfast and lunch will be provided by Trinity United Methodist Church before and after this event. Meet at 209 E. Nash Street for breakfast from 7:15 - 8 am, signup and go to work from 8:15 - 11:45, then meet back at Trinity for pizza from 12 - 1 pm. All volunteer groups are encouraged to participate. Please call 612.202.8541 for more information.

BRUNSWICK WELLNESS COALITION

Brunswick Wellness Coalition (BWC) is holding a 5k run/1-mile walk from Dosher Memorial Hospital around downtown Southport on Saturday, March, 24, 9:30 a.m. “Spring Into Health,” is another active living event sponsored by BWC.

7TH ANNUAL NC CATCH SUMMIT REGISTER NOW! Register now to attend the 7th Annual NC Catch Summit: Sustaining Local Fishing Communities. March 1213, 2018 in the Southport Community Building.

WAVES 4 K.I.D.S DEADLINE!

Graduating seniors are invited to apply for scholarships administered by WAVES 4 K.I.D.S. for the 20182019 school year. Scholarships will be awarded based on verifiable financial need, with grades, extracurricular activities, community involvement and interview skills taken into consideration. Submission deadline is March 29, 2018.

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DINING GUIDE

Who’s Ready for Spring?

Check out the Dining Guide and what delicious food the local area has to offer! SEAFOOD SPECIALTY M DEAD END SALOON & FISH FACTORY GRILLE

4907 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 910-454-4002 www.thedeadendsaloon.com Known for real Maryland crab cakes and Cream of Crab soup and offering fresh, local seafood specials along with great entrees, nachos, cheddar fries, and more. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway with slips for docking and a beautiful view, including sunsets. We belong to the NC Offering fine steaks, from filet mignon to flat iron, and fresh seafood, from lobster to crab cakes, with attentive service.

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.

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.

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..

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.

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.

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

TRANQUIL HARBOR

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

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MOJO’S ON THE HARBOR

M PROVISION COMPANY

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.

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.

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.

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

DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

THE WINE RACK

OLIVER’S ON THE CAPE FEAR

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.

JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE

WINE & BEER

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.

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DINING GUIDE BOB’S DOGS

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

THE BOUNCING LOG CAFE

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.

ERIC’S GRILLE

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

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

4655 Southport-Supply Rd SE,, Southport 910-269-7008 Handmade burgers using 100% ground chuck, plus freshly cut French fries. 5130 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 910-477-6261 Subs and sandwiches, fresh salads.

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.

KOA CAFE

OLD BRIDGE DINER

JERSEY MIKES

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

132 Country Club Dr., Oak Island 910-250-1184 A casual diner featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner, from fluffy omelets to burgers and fried chicken sandwiches.

KOPP’S KWIK STOP II

OLDE BRUNSWICK GENERAL STORE

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

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CHILDREN

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

Tour departs from Southport Visitors Center • 203 E. Bay Street

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THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR

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

OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB

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

OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT

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

OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS

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

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

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

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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.

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.

QUIZNO’S SUBS

5130 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 910-457-4636 www.quiznos.com Serving subs, salads, wraps, soups & pasta. Chicken, prime rib, black angus, deli subs. Meat and cheeses cut fresh daily. Open every day.

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.

BAJA CALIFORNIA M FLYING FISH CAFE

705 Ocean Dr., Oak Island (at the pier) 910-278-5504 www.theflyingfishcafeoki.com Nestled beside the Oak Island Pier, Flying Fish Cafe offers a panoramic view of the ocean and excellent West Coast cuisine.

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 AND 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.

PIZZERIAS DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA

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

FAMOUS SUBS AND PIZZA

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

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

BURNEY’S BAKERY

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.

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

PIZZA HUT

THE CONFECTIONARY

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

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

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA

FLYING PIG COFFEEHOUSE

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.

6006 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 278-5929 www.flyingpig.us Home of the Flying Pig, Green Swamp and Pig Bun; specialty coffee drinks, smoothies, chai, beans, bagels, desserts and conversation. Open year round, wifi, indoor and outdoor seating.

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.

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

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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.

LIL & JOHN’S SWEETMEAT 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

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DINE IN • TAKE OUT

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MARKETPLACE REAL ESTATE

608-H W. Brown St, Southport Village at Southport — 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath — Like new furnished condo on 2nd floor with cathedral ceiling on front side of building 608. Enjoy open living in the spacious living room, dining, and kitchen areas. There is also a spacious laundry room/pantry. A large deck spans the width of the condo with access from living room & master bedroom. Attic storage. Assigned parking, storage room, and building elevator on ground level. $174,500 • MLS #100015569 Call Katherine Hufham, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 470-4045, to view today!

510 W. West Street, Southport JUST REDUCED! Historic Southport — 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath — This absolutely fabulous cottage is located in Historic Southport near the Marina and walking distance to restaurants and shopping. It has been totally renovated and has recently had more updates, including a kitchen with new cabinetry, new granite, new appliances, and floors. You will enjoy visiting on the two screened porches, front and back. Make an appointment today and fulfill your dream of living in beautiful Southport. $430,000 • MLS #100075672 Call Verilyn McKee, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 470-0527, to view today!

4284 Cherry Laurel Dr, Southport Village at Mariner’s Pointe — 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath — This beautifully landscaped home was originally built by Bill Clark Homes. The Oceanic floor plan has an open concept living area and the current owner has added a long list of upgrades including custom window treatments and custom closets for ample storage. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and an island with a breakfast bar. A screened porch

sits off the rear of the home and allows access to an attached finished storage room. $157,900 • MLS #100099855 Call Myles Williams, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 619-9655, to view today!

1014 Softwind Way, Southport 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath — The Hammocks at Southport combines excellent construction and location in one wonderful package. These are true custom homes, with all the high-end finishes and details you would expect. Choose a home already completed or under construction, or choose one of 7 beautiful floor plans and customize to your own tastes. This plan is the Lighthouse, with 2210 SF of easy-flow, convenient living on the ground floor, & 390 SF bonus room. $449,000 • MLS #100097053 Call Pam Hayes, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 232-6130, to view today!

432 Caswell Beach Rd, Oak Island JUST REDUCED! Caswell Beach — 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath — The beach is calling, at this price point beach cottage dreams can really come true. Here in Caswell Beach, a small, sleepy, seaside town located on the east end of Oak Island. North Carolina’s hidden gem, the home of the Oak Island Lighthouse, literally a landmark along the East Coast. Front and back porch and surrounding decks with sea and Intracoastal waterway vistas. With some upgrades this could be an awesome beach home or rental. Or with extremely limited shore lots available, this could be perfect location for building that coastal dream home. $440,000 • MLS #100093870 Call Mary Carneiro, Southport Realty, Inc., (914) 649-7100, to view today!

160 Genoes Point Road SW, Supply WATERFRONT, Lockwood Folly Country Club, 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. PLENTY of storage throughout the home, underneath storage, extra large utility area for washroom, sink and extra storage, Oversized two car garage. Expansive decking along the back of the home MLS#100062730 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

3375 Channelside Drive, Supply WATERFRONT with panoramic views of the Lockwood Folly River. 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. Upstairs has exercise area with those spectacular views, two guest bedrooms. Gardens and nice landscaping. Lockwood Folly Country Club is a fantastic community with amenities to include golf, tennis, boat launch pool with Intracoastal views and new and fitness center. Minutes to Holden Beach - something for everyone in this community. Call for your preview today. MLS#10062724 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

1815 Baywater Court, Bolivia This magnificent, superbly built, custom waterfront residence is located in the premiere community of Winding River Plantation. Apprx. 3700 sf, 4BD/4.5BA greets you with its impressive entrance of double mahogany, leaded glass double doors which lead you into the foyer. Immediately one will notice the spacious, entertaining floor plan that flows to the outdoor living area along the Lockwood Folly and marsh with private boat slip. First floor Master the split plan offers two additional guest bedrooms each with private bath. Winding River amenities: boat launch, ocean front slips and pool, tennis, garden, Carolina National, pool, clubhouse and so much more! MLS#10053972 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

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to renovated kitchen. There is also an additional living area currently being used as a living room that would make a great office or flex space. $279,000 • MLS# 100090836 Give Kay Jolliff a call 910-523-0624 126 Plantation Passage Dr SE, Bolivia Winding River Plantation – 3BR, 3BA golf course home is low maintenance brick and hardiplank. Front porch leads to open foyer, formal dining room with crown and heritage molding. Beautiful hardwoods throughout the first floor living areas. Kitchen with stainless appliances ,quartz counters and a bright breakfast area with double windows. Open, spacious living in family room with fireplace and lots of windows. First floor master suite with large bath and spa tub. Two additional guest bedrooms downstairs. Upstairs bonus room with full bath could be used for guest suite. media room or whatever one may need in extra living space. MLS#100096869 Call Renee Yost 910-269-1128

4091 Lark Bunting Court, Southport St. James – Best price around for this 3 BR, 2 BA home at the end of a cul-de-sac in the friendly Sanderling neighborhood. Enjoy the open concept living with high ceilings, formal dining room with beautiful trims; split bedrooms floor plan and a room above the garage. Serene and shaded screened porch overlooking a private backyard. Listed at $244,900 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Tina Karimi 815-540-1401

504 Periwinkle Way, Caswell Beach The Arboretum – This wonderful spacious home is a true find and a must see... Large beautiful private backyard, and best of all it is a very short walk to the beach! Community indoor pool, hot tub, basketball & tennis court, also a Kayak launch along with a clubhouse for residents enjoyment. Listed at $349,900 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Pat Proctor 910-523-0087

306 E Dolphin Drive, Oak Island Beach Cottage – 4BR/2BA with upper & lower level living rooms! Seller has extensively remodeled and updated lower level of this cottage to include: new vinyl windows & doors, waterproof laminate flooring throughout, new electrical & plumbing, a new wetbar and more. The ground level has large living room, bedroom, full bath and covered porch! Upper level has 3 BR’s, full bath, kitchen & a dining area leading onto the fabulous Oceanside screen porch. Listed at $329,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Brooke Rudd-Gaglie 910-512-1361

132 NW 21st Street, Oak Island Wooded– Rare find– much sought after brick ranch with new carpet, interior recently painted, welcoming front porch with swing for relaxation. Ceiling fans and window treatment are also new. Spacious kitchen with convection oven, stove top, dishwasher and refrigerator. Pantry has pull out shelves. Pull down attic steps. Many upgrades for this price range. Deck is freshly stained and back yard has out building for storage. House is situated on two lots for extra privacy. Listed at $189,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Brooke Rudd-Gaglie 910-512-1361

105 N. Lord Street, Southport Historic Southport location and superior quality new construction. This 3 BR, 3 1/2 BA home is just steps to the Cape Fear River and all the great restaurants, quaint shops and galleries that make Southport for wonderful! Offered at $775,000. MLS# 100090901. Give Kay Jolliff a call today at 910-523-0624

118 Stuart Avenue, Southport, NC Spacious home sweet home in great Southport location features a huge living area with fireplace that opens

417 Cades Trail, Southport, NC This gorgeous home looks like it’s from the pages of a Southern Living magazine! Best deal in popular Cade’s Cove! The home has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths and is close to everything in Southport, Quality finishes and attention to detail can be found throughout. Begin your tour on the welcoming wrap around front porch with lead glass front door that leads into airy living room with natural gas fireplace. First floor master bedroom retreat w/ tiger wood flooring and tray ceiling. $384,500 • MLS# 100043371 Give Kay Jolliff a call 910-523-0624

4934 N Hampton Drive SE, Southport This adorable home features a large living room with fireplace and vaulted ceiling, a master suite plus 2 guest rooms and 2 full baths. $154,000 • MLS# 100075503 Give Kay a call 910-523-0624

711 E Leonard Street, Southport This spacious one level home in Southport is located on a nearly half acre pretty wooded lot just minutes to the waterfront. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, living area with wood burning fireplace, kitchen with breaksfast area plus formal dining room. $199,900 • MLS# 100086108 Give Kay a call 910-523-0624

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SPOTTINGS Dr. Cecilia Liu and our staff hosted Brunswick County’s 2nd annual Give Kids A Smile event providing a free day of dental care to children of Brunswick County--by appointment only. Children receive free x-rays and a comprehensive exam. Parents have a choice for their child to receive a free cleaning or free sealants. All children will leave with a treatment plan for their dental health. The event is hosted each year at Coastal Pediatric Dentistry’s office located at 3071 Southport Supply Rd in Bolivia. Over 50 children are scheduled to see Dr. Liu today for treatment. Cash Mob struck The The Seaside Mermaid located at 8903 E. Oak Island Drive in Oak Island. While supporting this locally owned and operated small business the mob took full advantage of the “Cash Mob” specials only available during the event. After the shopping spree, the group headed over to the Grape and Ale for socializing, wine and nibbles!

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