I hope everyone is doing well today! Now that the fun and excitement of the Azalea Festival is over, it's back to the real world. Although we've had a chilly past few days, it looks like the temperature is headed back up into the 70's for a nice, warm weekend! Here's a look at your Wilmington area forecast:
| Today Apr 16 |  | Sunny | 67°/44° | 0 % |
| Thu Apr 17 | | Sunny | 76°/51° | 10 % |
| Fri Apr 18 |  | Mostly Sunny | 81°/58° | 10 % |
| Sat Apr 19 |  | Partly Cloudy | 78°/61° | 20 % |
| Sun Apr 20 |  | Scattered T-Storms | 71°/59° | 40 % |
It'll definitely be a nice weekend to get outside and have some fun!
Here are the Wilmington area "happenings" for the weekend:
Thursday-April 17th
James and Dunne: Spring Fashion Show
VIP party at 7pm, doors open at 8pm and fashion show starts at 8:30pm. VIP tickets include wine from Wilmington Wine Shoppe and appetizers from Deluxe. Proceeds benefit Dreams Center for Arts Education. Tickets are $25 or $50 for VIP. Tickets available at Odessa and participating stores. For more information email jamesanddunne@gmail.com
Odessa
23 N Front St. 4th Floor
Wilmington, NC 28401
7th Annual Arts Sensation
Level 5 City Stage hosts an evening of dance and music in a benefit concert for Good Shepherd Center. The 7th Annual Arts Sensation, sponsored by Forward Motion Dance will feature performances by local choreographers, dancers, and musicians. Tickets are $10, $8 for children under 12, students, seniors, and GWACA members. For more information call 910.342.0272
City Stage
21 N. Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.citystageatlevel5.com
Friday- April 18th
Lila Downs
Featured in 2002's Frida and on the the films Grammy Award-nominated soundtrack, Mexican-American chanteuse Lila Downs evokes the vibrant rhythms of her country's long and cherished folk-music legacy but with a hip, contemporary instrumentation and arrangements. Singing in Zapotec, Mixtec, Mayan, Spanish and English-and with a range and voice that defy easy categorization-Downs brings a keen social awareness to her repertoire of original and traditional songs expressing messages of respect for human rights and dignity. Co-sponsored by Centro Hispano. Tickets are $18. Call 910.962.3500 or 800.732.3643.
UNCW, Kenan Auditorium
601 S. College Rd.
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.uncw.edu/presents
When Snakes Bite: Venom Exhibit
11AM- Cape Fear Serpentarium
Rare, beautiful and sometimes deadly animals are assembled from all over the planet - king cobras, black mambas, Gaboon vipers, crocodiles, tropical jungle birds and much more.
Saturday- April 19th
Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-Off, 12th Annual
Attendees can enjoy and vote on chowder from various restaurants and groups. Area restaurants will have food for sale. Beer and soft drinks will be available for sale. Contact Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce at 910.458.8434 or gail@pleasureislandnc.org. There will be free parking available at the Federal Point Shopping Center with free transportation to the lake. Coolers and pets are not allowed.
Carolina Beach Lake Park
Hwy 421 & Atlanta Ave.
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
www.pleasureislandnc.org
Riverfront Farmer's Market
The Riverfront Farmers' Market is a curbside market featuring local farmers, producers, artists and crafters. Products offered include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheeses, meats, seafood, honey, baked goods, fudge, legumes, pickled items, jams and jellies, art, crafts, and more. Call 910.520.6875 for more information.
Downtown Wilmington
Water Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.wilmingtonfarmers.com
Coastal Carolina Air Show
The Wilmington International Airport is proud to feature the United States Air Force Jet Team the Thunderbirds. This year's air show also features the U.S. Army's Golden Knights, This year promises to be a very exciting one with thrills for all. The gates open at 8:00am. 910.341.4333 Ext.1020.
Wilmington International Airport
1740 Airport Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28405
www.coastalcarolinaairshow.com
Sunday- April 20th
Surf Film Sunday
Lumina Theatre- 3-5PM
Join UNCW’s Randall Library for an afternoon of surf films and discuss what surfing has and continues to mean for surfers along the Cape Fear coast.
Max and Ruby
Big sisters have big responsibilities, especially when the little brother is a big trouble-maker! Join in the fun as Theatreworks USA presents a lovable new musical full of fun and sibling revelry. 2pm & 4:30pm shows. Adventures in Art Family Series. Call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664.
Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com
Coastal Carolina Air Show - See details above.
*info provided by cape-fear.nc.us.com*
And now...Wendy's Helpful Hint of the Week!
Tips on "Slimming Down before you Suit up!"
Whether we want to be reminded of it or not, it's that time of year again. The calendar provides a grim reminder that swimsuit season is just around the corner. Inevitably, that familiar panic sets in. But getting ready to slip back into your suit and out into the sun may be easier than you think.
Before you resort to quick-fix diets and manic workouts, consider taking a step back and examining your current approach to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. "Slimming down for summer can be as simple as making some small changes in your diet," says Cheryl Forberg, R.D., author of the new book "Positively Ageless: A 28 Day Plan for a Younger, Slimmer, Sexier You" and Nutritionist to the NBC's fitness reality show "The Biggest Loser." "If you find the right healthy foods, you won't even miss the unhealthy options." Forberg offers some simple suggestions on how to prepare for the beach and maintain a healthy diet long after summer ends.
Plan ahead
Making a healthy lifestyle change takes foresight - and commitment. That means planning all essential elements ahead of time: your meals, your snacks and your exercise. This can be as easy as taking your gym clothes to work with you, and packing some healthy, portable snacks to last throughout the day. Grab an apple and a reduced fat cheese stick on your way out the door. Sargento's line of reduced fat natural cheeses, made with 2 percent milk, includes Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Snack Sticks and successfully retains the full flavor of regular cheese.
Don't skip meals
This is especially important when it comes to breakfast. Skipping meals will lead to overeating and poor food choices later in the day. "It's important to start your day with a warm meal that combines complex carbohydrates and lean protein," says Forberg. "Try a breakfast sandwich on a whole grain English muffin, and pair it with fresh berries and a glass of milk."
Keep the flavor
Eating balanced meals and healthy snacks doesn't have to mean sacrificing flavor. A truly healthy diet can be just as delicious when you have the right foods on hand. Forberg offers some additional suggestions for eating well.
* "Add fiber to a sandwich with fresh veggies like tomato, lettuce and shredded carrots, and switch to whole grain bread," says Forberg. "Topping it off with a slice of reduced fat natural cheese will deliver 15 percent of your daily calcium requirement."
* "Have salad fixings available at all times, including lettuce, tomatoes and lean cold cuts," she suggests. "If you have healthy options available, you're less likely to make bad choices."
* Don't lose sight of how you snack. "You should actually schedule your snacks," says Forberg. "And make sure they include some protein. Reduced fat natural cheese sticks are the perfect grab-and-go option."
* Think twice before you reach for a midafternoon cookie. "Have half a sandwich with whole grain bread and lean turkey instead," says Forberg. "This combo of protein and carbohydrates provides a sense of fullness, as well as a brain and body boost."
* Up your veggie intake. "Most of us simply do not eat enough vegetables. Aim for at least five servings a day, and try different options to find combinations that appeal to your family," she says. "Even the most finicky eater will have trouble resisting broccoli when it's topped with melted, reduced-fat natural cheese."
Once you've mastered a healthier diet, your improved habits don't have to be put on hold for entertaining. Also, adding some type of exercise at least 3-4 times a week will drastically change your weight loss results. Now that the weather is warming up, outside activities can be fun and beneficial to your health!
*info provided by nbc.com*
Before you resort to quick-fix diets and manic workouts, consider taking a step back and examining your current approach to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. "Slimming down for summer can be as simple as making some small changes in your diet," says Cheryl Forberg, R.D., author of the new book "Positively Ageless: A 28 Day Plan for a Younger, Slimmer, Sexier You" and Nutritionist to the NBC's fitness reality show "The Biggest Loser." "If you find the right healthy foods, you won't even miss the unhealthy options." Forberg offers some simple suggestions on how to prepare for the beach and maintain a healthy diet long after summer ends.
Plan ahead
Making a healthy lifestyle change takes foresight - and commitment. That means planning all essential elements ahead of time: your meals, your snacks and your exercise. This can be as easy as taking your gym clothes to work with you, and packing some healthy, portable snacks to last throughout the day. Grab an apple and a reduced fat cheese stick on your way out the door. Sargento's line of reduced fat natural cheeses, made with 2 percent milk, includes Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Snack Sticks and successfully retains the full flavor of regular cheese.
Don't skip meals
This is especially important when it comes to breakfast. Skipping meals will lead to overeating and poor food choices later in the day. "It's important to start your day with a warm meal that combines complex carbohydrates and lean protein," says Forberg. "Try a breakfast sandwich on a whole grain English muffin, and pair it with fresh berries and a glass of milk."
Keep the flavor
Eating balanced meals and healthy snacks doesn't have to mean sacrificing flavor. A truly healthy diet can be just as delicious when you have the right foods on hand. Forberg offers some additional suggestions for eating well.
* "Add fiber to a sandwich with fresh veggies like tomato, lettuce and shredded carrots, and switch to whole grain bread," says Forberg. "Topping it off with a slice of reduced fat natural cheese will deliver 15 percent of your daily calcium requirement."
* "Have salad fixings available at all times, including lettuce, tomatoes and lean cold cuts," she suggests. "If you have healthy options available, you're less likely to make bad choices."
* Don't lose sight of how you snack. "You should actually schedule your snacks," says Forberg. "And make sure they include some protein. Reduced fat natural cheese sticks are the perfect grab-and-go option."
* Think twice before you reach for a midafternoon cookie. "Have half a sandwich with whole grain bread and lean turkey instead," says Forberg. "This combo of protein and carbohydrates provides a sense of fullness, as well as a brain and body boost."
* Up your veggie intake. "Most of us simply do not eat enough vegetables. Aim for at least five servings a day, and try different options to find combinations that appeal to your family," she says. "Even the most finicky eater will have trouble resisting broccoli when it's topped with melted, reduced-fat natural cheese."
Once you've mastered a healthier diet, your improved habits don't have to be put on hold for entertaining. Also, adding some type of exercise at least 3-4 times a week will drastically change your weight loss results. Now that the weather is warming up, outside activities can be fun and beneficial to your health!
*info provided by nbc.com*
I hope everyone has a great rest of the week and a fabulous weekend!!
*Something to ponder...How much money, in pennies, is lying on the streets of the world?
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