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With Halloween just 1 week away, there's so much activity going on in the Wilmington Area...and we couldn't ask for better weather! Although it's not quite the October "chill" that most of us are looking for, it's great for all those outdoor Halloween activities and we also might just get that much needed rain we're looking for...
Here's a look at your forecast from now through Halloween:
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Wilmington Area "Happenings:"
Thursday, October 25th
Trick-or-Treat Under the Sea
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The event provides a chance to test out Halloween costumes a little early and do some indoor trick-or-treating as well. Candy stations, sponsored by local businesses, will be located throughout the aquarium. The evening will be packed with aquatically themed Halloween fun for all ages, including a costume contest, crafts, storytelling, a haunted house and “scary” surprises. This year’s new attractions include “Salt Marsh-ians” and “Bats at the Beach.” The Salt Marsh-ians, of course, are space aliens who choose an oyster bed as their landing site. A special activity for smaller fry, inspired by a popular children’s book, will focus on a bevy of bats at a beach outing. The atmosphere will be safe and family-oriented. For more information please call 910.458.8257.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
www.ncaquariums.com
Full Gallop
8:00 PM
Opera House Theatre Company. A play based on the life of Diana Vreeland, who stood at the center of American style for five decades. As editor of Harper's Bazaar and Vogue magazines, and as a member of the International Cafe Society, she chronicled the extraordinary people and events of her time. Call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664.
Thalian Hall Studio Theatre
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com
Reefer Madness: The Musical
In 1936, a cheesy propaganda film on the evils of the “devil weed” marijuana is released in theaters around the country, becomes one of the most talked about films of all time and emerges as a cult classic. Fertile ground for a musical comedy? YOU BET! CITY STAGE is blazing trails again with this fun and funny night of theatre. We promise you'll love it, just remember to pass it to the left! Directed by Mike O'Neil. Reservations required. Please call 910.342.0272.
City Stage
21 N. Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.citystageatlevel5.com
On our Newsletter, check out our Upcoming Schedule. Find out what's happening at the Shoppe or around town. Look for us at an Art Opening or Special Event!
We also host seasonal benefits to help various charities in the Wilmington area. Currently, we've raised nearly $15,000 for several local charities! Look for our next Benefit on our Upcoming Schedule!
Paul E. D'Angelo
Wilmington Wine Shoppe
110A South Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
910.772.2077
Wilmingtonwineshoppe.com
Friday, October 26th
Flamenco Vivo! Carlota Santana
8:00 PM
It’s a celebration that sizzles in intensity and passion, a brilliant display of exuberant, fiery dance expressing universal themes that both touch and transcend assumed boundaries of the many cultures in America. Flamenco strikes primal chords in the emotions of audiences of all ages and traditions. Carlota Santana, designated “The Keeper of Flamenco” by Dance Magazine, leads her renowned company of dancers and musicians in Fiesta Flamenca, acclaimed at venues including The Joyce Theatre, Lincoln Center, Smithsonian Institution and major theaters throughout the U.S. and abroad. Flamenco Vivo comes to Thalian Hall for one performance, and the company will also conduct a master class on the campus of UNCW. Tickets are $30/$24. Call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664 for more information.
Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com
Tales of Halloween Past
7:00 PM
6 original short stories told live at the Cameron Art Museum; after the performance enjoy wine and cheese with the performers. Featured guests include: Michael Lambert, Rich Leder, Mike O'Neil, Maxwell Paige, Tony Rivenbark and Rob Zapple. Save $5 on tickets and pay only $10 through October 23rd. For details and tickets visit www.manystoriestotell.com.
Cameron Art Museum
3201 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.manystoriestotell.com
Scary Stories Halloween event
The Children’s Museum and the New Hanover County Library Growing Readers are excited to announce the first Scary Stories Halloween event! The Museum will be transformed into a Halloween festival filled with literary characters and fun for the whole family. This scary…not so scary…event is packed with Halloween fun for all ages. There will be storytelling, games, music, dancing, face painting, slime making and trick or treating. Come dressed as your favorite character from a book and join in on the fun. There will be silly areas for children who prefer not to get scared and there will be very scary areas for those who want to scream. Activities and stories will occur several times through out the event with the big show…Spook-a-palooza…taking the stage at 7:00. The big show will feature the SuperKids, Scooter the stupendous story teller and the Cosmic Groove Lizards. This event is for all ages, but geared to children 2-8 years old. ONLY $2.00 admission. 50 % of the proceeds will be donated to the Growing Readers of New Hanover County Library. Event hours are 4:00 – 8:00. Call 910.254.3534 for more details.
Children's Museum
116 Orange Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.playwilmington.org
Ghost Ship
6:00 PM
You’ve seen the Battleship on paranormal programs, now come see for yourself! Battleship staff & volunteers will lead you through the bowels of the ship to hear true Battleship tales. “Haunted North Carolina’s” members reveal ghostly details and provide you with a unique opportunity to learn how ghost hunters track spirits. The charge is $10 per person, cash at the door. For more information: 910.251.5797 Ext. 2047
Battleship North Carolina
#1 Battleship Rd
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.battleshipnc.com
Little MIss Christie
7:00 PM
This non-scary mystery musical comedy adventure is fun for the entire family. It will feature 65 local children between the ages of 6 and 17. With direction, musical direction and choreography by Michelle Reiff. One free child admission with purchase of one adult ticket or $8 general admission at the door; no reservations are necessary. 3pm & 7pm show on 10/27. For more information call 910.251.1788.
Roland Grise Middle School
4412 Lake Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.thalian.org
Port City Mopars Car & Truck Show
The Port City Mopars Car Club will hold its annual Car and Truck Show. The show is open to all cars and trucks 20 years old or older. Registration is $15 before Friday and $20 on the day of the show. Proceeds benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The Victory Junction Gang Camp and Friends of the Battleship. Free for spectators. Call 910.371.9399 or email pcmopars@charter.net.
Mayfaire Town Center
Military Cutoff Rd
Wilmington, NC 28401
groups.msn.com/CAPEFEARMOPARS
DogFest 2007
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Enjoy music by Lenny Frank, vendors, education and food & drink. Activities will include doggie contests, segway demo and rides, pumpkin painting contest for kids and Halloween costume contests for kids and dogs. Admission is $5 per person, kids under 5 free. Proceeds will benefit CFGRR and the Morris Animal Foundation Canine Cancer Campaign. Call 910.622.4132 or 910.538.5833 for more information or email cfgrr@hotmail.com. Sponsorship & vendor information available as well.
Empie Park
3300 Park Avenue
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.cfgoldenrescue.com/
Sunday, October 28th
Tales of Halloween Past
2:30 PM
6 original short stories told live at the Cameron Art Museum; after the performance enjoy wine and cheese with the performers. Featured guests include: Michael Lambert, Rich Leder, Mike O'Neil, Maxwell Paige, Tony Rivenbark and Rob Zapple. Save $5 on tickets and pay only $10 through October 23rd. For details and tickets visit www.manystoriestotell.com.
Cameron Art Museum
3201 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.manystoriestotell.com
Halloween Festival @ Poplar Grove
For 26 years a frighteningly fun Cape FEAR tradition. Haunted barn, haunted hayride, rides, games, food, prizes, fortune tellers, non-scary hayrides and activities. A great time for all ages, don’t miss it! Friday 6pm-midnight, Saturday 2pm-midnight & Sunday 2pm-10pm. Call 910.686.9518 ext. 26 for more information.
Poplar Grove Plantation
10200 US Hwy 17 North
Wilmington, NC 28411
www.poplargrove.com
The Cape Fear Wedding Show
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Expecting 75 to 90 vendors, ranging from caterers and bakers to florists and photographers, to show their wares and discuss their services with prospective brides and grooms. Features will include a bridal fashion show, "Groom's Corner" lounge and live remote radio broadcast. Admission $5. Tickets will be sold at the show, as well as online.
CFCC Schwartz Center
411 N. Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.capefearwedding.com/shows/show.asp
Wendy's Helpful Hint of the Week!
The ‘magic’ element of the night has filtered down to the present along with the tradition of glowing jack-o-lanterns that were originally carved from turnips, pears or gourds. Burning lumps of coal were usually placed inside these jack-o-lanterns. These turnips, pear or gourd lamps were set on porches and in windows to welcome the spirits of loved ones and guide their way and to protect people from evil and malevolent spirits. With time, the coal was replaced by lit candles for the light. Pumpkins are fruits native to the western hemisphere. Though they were being grown for about 5000 years in America, they were unknown in Europe before Columbus.
Below are some tips for carving a fabulous pumpkin!
• Draw your design on the pumpkin with a water-based marker beforehand. Mistakes are erased easily with a damp sponge.
• Cut the top and any large areas with a sharp, straight-edged knife. A dull blade is not a safer alternative.
• Serrated metal saws, now widely available in carving kits, are a safer alternative to knives and allow younger children to get in on the action.
• Carve away from yourself; kids should carve only under adult supervision.
• Never hold the knife in a stabbing position.
• When carving, keep a portion of the knife blade in the pumpkin and use slow, steady saw strokes.
• Cut the lid at an angle so the outside diameter is larger than the inside.This prevents the top from falling into the pumpkin when it shrinks.
• Scoop out seeds and stringy flesh with a large spoon or ice cream scooper.
• Carve the facial features closest to the center first and work outward. Cut out the larger features in sections.
• Use an X-Acto knife for details and the tip of a potato peeler to make small circles and curves.
• Remove carved portions by gently pushing them into or out of the pumpkin.
• Reattach a section that is accidentally removed by using a toothpick to pin it back in place.
• Make design holes large enough to provide adequate ventilation for the candle.
• Flatten a spot in the base of the pumpkin for the candle but avoid digging too deep because the pumpkin becomes prone to rot.
• Make sure the flame is not too close to the top of the pumpkin.
• To prolong the life of the jack-o'-lantern, seal in moisture by coating all cut surfaces with petroleum jelly or vegetable oil, or cover it with a damp towel when not on display.
• Consider giving smaller children stickers, tempera paint, or markers to decorate their own pumpkins.
Send me pictures of your creatively carved pumpkins and I will post them in the next BLOG!!
Have a Happy and Safe Halloween!!!
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