Category Archives: Showcase

Expanding Cultural Horizons

What: Fundraising Concert for Opera Wilmington, in support of its summer production, ‘The Merry Widow’ When: Sunday, April 6th • 3 p.m. Where: Southport Community Building 233 E. Bay St., Southport Cost: No charge but donations appreciated Info: www.opera-wilmington.org Wendy

A Painter’s Delight

Artists return to Southport's streets to create works outside during the Plein Air Paint Out

Spring’s First Walk

What: Spring Art Show When: March 3rd through 22nd Reception: Fri., March 7th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Where: Franklin Square Gallery 130 E. West St., Southport Cost: FREE Info: www.franklinsquaregallery.com On the first Friday of every month, a handful

Southport’s Artistry

Local author Thomas J. “Tommy” Harrelson will stop by Wilmington’s Pomegranate Books on Tuesday, February 25th for a discussion and book signing. The event will celebrate his new book portraying the life and work of Southport’s first known professional photographer

Love, the Everlasting Drama

Brunswick Little Theatre reveals the stages of courtship in 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change'

The King’s Reign

The name "B.B. King" will resonate with the world for an eon. Its owner, now 88, has already proven himself to be the "King of the Blues." He's a master of the wailing guitar, and even though kids in generations

Festival of Goodwill and Cheer

"Dickens made Christmas a real holiday," MacCallum asserts. "Prior to Dickens and his novels, people really didn't celebrate Christmas. He brought Christmas to the lower class, the poor people. He really is the one responsible for Christmas cards, and just

Art and Animals

What: Adopt-A-Pet Portrait Painting Class When: Wed., Oct. 30th • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Where: Howe Outrageous Art Gallery and Marketplace 307 N. Howe St., Southport Cost: Suggested donation of $35 Info: (910) 363-4811 An artful craze sprung up

Spooky and Sensational

Rich in history and lore, Southport will come alive with the spirits of the past this Tuesday, October 15th. Author Brooks Preik will divulge spooky tales at the Southport Community Building that will both entertain and enlighten. The event is

Painting a Picturesque Fall:

What: Brunswick Arts Council Show When: October 14th through 26th 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Franklin Square Gallery 130 E. West St., Southport Cost: FREE Info: www.brunswickartscouncil.org Though a Calabash firehouse is one unlikely spot for an art show,

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