On-going events for July, 2008 | |
| A Place to Bead**Basics on Tues,Fri,or Sat 11am | 01-01-2007 through 01-01-2010 |
Learn to make earrings & pendants, using several different techniques. -OR- Learn to string beads & finish jewelry with at least 3 different materials. **1 hr** $35 class fee, includes materials for 2 projects. Space is limited; call now to reserve your spot, 910-799-2928. Offered by appointment at 11am. A Place to Bead 814 S. College Rd. University Square (next to Sally Beauty Supply) www.aplacetobead.com | |
| African Dance and Drum | 06-09-2007 through 12-02-2008 |
Dance Class for all levels held by Cheick Sissoko every saturday with live accompanement at Babs Mc dance studio,6782 market st. capoeira 11:30-12:30pm African :1-2pm please contact cheick or Babs for registration. www.sokolab or www.babsmcdance.com | |
| Movie Listings @ All Area Movie Theaters | 01-06-2008 through 01-01-2009 |
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| Pilates Reformer Class | 01-19-2008 through 01-19-2009 |
Experience the "latest buzz" in fitness with a full-body, core-concentrated workout on the Pilates Reformer. All levels of fitness encouraged to participate at Wilmington Wellness Studio. First class is always FREE! Email or call for directions, details, or any questions. 910.796.9690 or pilatesforhealth@bellsouth.net | |
| Salsa de la Playa | 01-19-2008 through 12-20-2008 |
Every 3rd Saturday 6:30pm cookout lesson at 8:00pm 9:00pm-2:00am $15single/$25couple special pricing for members Call for more information (910) 395-5090 | |
| Country Soul: The Surfing Experience in SENC | 02-19-2008 through 11-30-2008 |
The University of North Carolina Wilmington's Randall Library invites you to explore the rich history of surfing along the Cape Fear coast. For surf aficionados, local history buffs and casual observers alike, the exhibit “Country Soul: The Surfing Experience in Southeastern North Carolina” offers a glimpse into the vibrant world of surfing in the Tarheel State. Featuring vintage surfboards from local shapers, t-shirts, posters, photographs, newspaper clippings, and related surf ephemera, the exhibit chronicles the region's surf history from the early 1960s to the present and celebrates a colorful cast of individuals who transformed surfing from a small countercultural phenomenon into a diverse increasingly mainstream sport. Located in the library's Special Collections gallery on the second floor of Randall Library, the exhibit runs from February 1 through November 30, 2008 and is open to the public. During this time, there will be various events held in conjunction with the exhibit so check this site periodically for more information. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm and Friday, 9:00am-noon. If you would like to schedule a personal tour or appointment, or would like to bring a class/group to see the exhibit, please contact: Jerry Parnell Ph: 910-962-3276 Email: parnellg@uncw.edu Peter Fritzler Ph: 910-962-7807 Email: fritzlerp@uncw.edu Joseph "Skipper" Funderburg Ph: 910-341-5899 Email: info@carolinabeach.net | |
| KNIT WITS | 02-19-2008 through 12-31-2011 |
Crafters of the World Untie! A crafting group open to all skill levels Every Tuesday Night at 6 p.m. - 8:30 PM Old Books on Front St. 22 N. Front St. (910)763-4754 http://www.OldBooksOnFrontSt.com | |
| Robert Delford Brown | 03-28-2008 through 08-03-2008 |
“ROBERT DELFORD BROWN: Meat, Maps and Militant Metaphysics” is the artist’s first museum exhibition following an active career of 50 years. Brown has remained in the vanguard of art since his arrival in New York in 1959, participating in Performance Art, Fluxus, Pop Art, Happenings and Correspondence art movements while formulating his own, unique creative vision. His work of the early 1960's had a great impact at the time, forecasting contemporary artists such as Damien Hirst (carcasses in formaldahyde) and Han Hyo-Seok's disturbing photographs of faces and bodies of raw meat. Throughout his early career, Brown encountered, communicated and collaborated with notable avant garde artists, including Nam June Paik, Joseph Beuys, Wolf Vostell, Allan Kaprow, Ray Johnson, Joseph Cornell, Marcel Duchamp, Jim Dine, Claes Oldenburg and others. | |
| Themed Practice Party | 04-25-2008 through 12-19-2008 |
OPEN TO ALL! Practice Party Every Friday Night! 1st Friday – Latin 2nd Friday – Country Western 3rd Friday – Swing & Shag 4th Friday – Ballroom 5th Friday – Anything Goes Lesson at 8:00pm 9:00-11:00pm $10 per person • $15 per couple $5 with student or military ID snack food and beverages included! Call for more information (910) 395-5090 | |
| Salsa Night @ Club Vida | 05-02-2008 through 12-31-2008 |
Salsa Night @ Club Vida Club Vida Presents Wilmington's Hottest Salsa Night Our 400+ guests enjoy Pulsating Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia Beats that will make even the novice latin dancer move. Doors Open at 9pm and Proper Attire is required (Collared Shirts for the men) Admission is $10 for the guys over 21 $15 for those under. Ladies over 21 free before 10 and $5. 00 after. Ladies under 21 $10.00 On Fridays, Our Demographics are 65% well dressed latino and 35% well dressed non latino. We maintain a strict dress code on the weekends,(Collared Shirts for the guys is a must) We have the utmost in Security and our Staff are some of the best in the business  | |
| Bob Trotman: Business as Usual | 05-23-2008 through 10-13-2008 |
Bob Trotman's Business as Usual is an installation of ten wooden sculptures, some larger than life, some smaller, representing men and women in business attire. The installation consists of three smaller groups: Committee, Chorus and Cover Up. The artist creates a sense of discomfort within the viewer through his adjustments to the human scale as well as the circumstances in which he places these individuals. | |
| Bearden to Ruscha: Contemporary Art from the NCMA | 05-23-2008 through 05-24-2009 |
This exhibition is drawn from the contemporary collection of the North Carolina Museum of Art, and includes work from the mid-1970s by canonical figures in art history, such as Robert Motherwell, Roger Brown, Elizabeth Murray and Ed Ruscha—as well as more recent acquisitions by artists such as Devorah Sperber. | |
| Friday Wine Receptions at Shadowbox Gallery | 05-23-2008 through 12-23-2008 |
Shadowbox Gallery located in the City Market Downtown at 119 S. Water St. will host Friday Wine and Art Receptions every Friday from 6-9 pm. Featuring Modern/Contemporary/Abstract Art Black and White Art and Photography! www.onealfinearts.com (910) 763-4465 Found Gallery/Shadowbox Gallery /O'Neal Fine Arts | |
| BCC Camps | 06-01-2008 through 08-30-2008 |
We have so many options for kids offered in a fun, friendly, non intimidating manner. www.brunswickcc.edu - click on YES Camps. 910-755-7380. | |
| CLASS: Hand and Wheel Pottery Techniques | 06-02-2008 through 07-23-2008 |
Mondays and Wednesdays Class runs for 8 weeks (16 sessions) Through lecture and demonstration, Hiroshi Sueyoshi teaches participants hand building, wheel throwing, glazing, and finishing techniques. Open to all skill levels, ages 16+ $250. To register, please call 910-395-5999 ext. 1000. Class size is limited. Cameron Art Museum 3201 S. 17th Street Corner of 17th and Independence Wilmington, NC 28412 910.395.5999 www.cameronartmuseum.com | |
| Special Tango Thursdays | 06-19-2008 through 07-24-2008 |
Argentine tango lessons every Thursday at new Port City Health Spa on Shipyard Blvd. Fun, professional,positive instruction. Everyone welcome. Couples encouraged. $7 per person--discount for members. Visit www.surfertango.com or email Kent@surfertango.com nursery available | |
| Bronze and Oil | 06-20-2008 through 07-11-2008 |
Walls Fine Art Gallery Larry Moore, Robert Isley, Bill Ludwig June 18 through July 11 Bill Ludwig was a med student, way back when. One anatomy project turned his head to sculpture and he never looked back. His pieces are each one of a kind – there are no editions. Uniqueness in bronze is almost unheard of because of the expense and complexity of the bronze casting process. Bill is able to produce such rarities because he has his own foundry. Now in his 70’s, Bill has hired an extra pair of hands and a strong back to help pour the molten bronze. His work is nearly all figurative with a surrealist overtone that leads viewers to build their own various stories around each piece, much to Bill’s delight. Larry Moore is best known for his award-winning illustrations of opera, most of which are pastels. All the while his “job” had him considering the plots and characters of the Barber of Seville and Rigoletto, Larry’s recreation took the form of painting – recording the changing landscape around his native Cocoa Beach. Eventually illustration began to take a backseat to painting, and those awards started rolling in, too. Larry’s painting is moving in a direction that merges the story-telling quality of his opera work with the landscape that he loves. Robert Isley records snippets of daily life, glimpses of streets and buildings in an 8”x10” format. Architecture really draws him more than pure landscape. Cars and leaning light poles people his paintings as the light that belongs to either day or night colors the image and casts shadows that serve Robert’s composition. The brushwork is selective and leans toward loose, but his drawing is impeccable without ever being stiff. There’s a bit of Edward Hopper here but only in the selection of subject. The feel of Robert’s paintings is far from the loneliness of Hopper; they are full of a hopeful contentment. For more information call Nancy or David at 910-343-1703, visit www.wallsgallery.com, or stop by the gallery on Wrightsville Avenue at the top of Dawson Street Gallery hours are 10-6, Wed - Sat | |
| Gypsy Jewel Wagon | 06-20-2008 through 08-31-2008 |
A colorful collection of vintage quilts is the inspiration behind Gay Adair and Greg Taylor's "Gypsy Jewel Wagon" – a series on month long sales and parties. The opening night is June 20th at 108 Market Street, Wilmington. The sale includes pieces kept in Gay and Greg's collection for the past eighteen years: Guatemalan daybeds and rebuilt furniture that has been repaired, repainted and reupholstered with a combination of new and old fabrics. You'll find unique pieces that have been rescued from flea markets and saved from landfills and given new life. Formerly of the Red Dinette, this duo had created a mismatched celebration of "make-do" finery for the home. www.gayadairandgregtaylor.com | |
| 28th Juried July National Exhibition | 06-23-2008 through 07-19-2008 |
28th Juried July National Exhibition Franklin Square Gallery 130 E. West Street Southport, NC 28461 910.457.5450 Gallery Website www.franklinsquaregallery.org Exhibition: June 23 to July 19, 2008 • Free Admission Exhibition opens: Monday, June 23, 2008 • 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Awards and Reception: Thursday, June 26, 2008 • 6-8 p.m. Exhibition Closes: Saturday, July 19, 2008 Accepted painting by Francisca Dekker: "Seven Sunflowers" | |
| "Blue Skies;Shining Waters" | 06-26-2008 through 07-20-2008 |
FastFrame Gallery, “Blue Skies; Shining Waters,” a show featuring the art of Susan Dade and Joanie Tiska Kennedy. Ms. Dade and Ms. Kennedy use brilliant colors to depict everyday scenes from along the Carolina coast. Ms. Dade incorporates exciting geometric shapes and bold watercolor strokes to create scenes of local human interest from Southport’s old yacht basin to people enjoying lunch with a view of the waterway. Joanie Kennedy draws on the vanishing scenes that make this coast unique in her sparkling acrylic paintings. Her use of bright sunlight, cool shadows and bold colors creates images that catch and hold the eye of the viewer. Both artists rise to the challenge of capturing the ever-changing, radiant sights of the coastal Carolina area. Opening with wine tasting by WineStyles and food by the Sandwich Pail on Thursday, June 26 from 5 – 8 pm. Exhibit runs June 26 through July 20. FastFrame Gallery at Landfall Center, 1319 Military Cutoff Road, 910-256-1105, www.fastframeofwilmington.com.  | |
| Tango-a dance for the passionate | 06-26-2008 through 07-24-2008 |
Ongoing classes for any level of dancers. Baila Tango considers tango as a dialogue ( as opposed to monologues by the dominant men ) between two independent and actively participating partners and follows the concept of invitation and acceptance. This heightened respect for women is the foundation of this vision. Our vision, is inclusive : everyone can dance tango regardless of age, background, or body type. While the stage dancers bring their art to audiences, tango still belongs to the people from which it came from. | |
| OCEAN: explore. discover. | 07-01-2008 through 07-31-2008 |
This interactive, marine science experience invites visitors to discover cutting-edge ocean research projects and explore our relationship with the ocean. The multimedia, hands-on exhibit – collaboration between Cape Fear Museum and UNCW Center for Marine Science – features leading research projects in the fields of marine exploration, biotechnology, coastal erosion and commercial fishing. Explore the science. Discover the ocean. Exhibit is free with Museum admission. The Museum is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. | |
| Cape Fear Seashells | 07-01-2008 through 07-31-2008 |
Explore seashells – from the common to the rare – found along the shores of the Cape Fear coast. Discover why our waters are attractive to both tropical and temperate sea critters that leave beautiful and often unique shells for us to enjoy. Learn about the Scotch Bonnet, North Carolina’s official state shell – its habitat and natural history. Photography and x-ray imagery provide a stunning perspective of shells we often view as ordinary. Exhibit is free with Museum admission. The Museum is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. | |
| Summer Shorts: Pirates Ahoy! | 07-01-2008 through 07-30-2008 |
Uncover the secrets of pirates who once lurked along Cape Fear waters. Examine artifacts from local shipwrecks, discover the meaning of pirate symbols and design your own pirate emblem and flag to take home. Pirates Ahoy! is a one-hour hands-on adventure for groups of 10 or more children and their adult chaperones. Appropriate for children ages 5 to 14. Fee charged. Preregistration is required. To register, call 910.798.4362. | |
| Summer Shorts: Star Light, Star Bright | 07-01-2008 through 07-30-2008 |
Investigate the night sky – in the daytime – inside Cape Fear Museum's portable planetarium! Explore Lower Cape Fear constellations, examine the many phases of the moon and hear star legends and myths from around the globe. Star Light, Star Bright is a one-hour hands-on adventure for groups of 10 or more children and their adult chaperones. Appropriate for children ages 5 to 14. Fee charged. Preregistration is required. To register, call 910.798.4362. | |
| Summer Shorts: Dino-mite! | 07-01-2008 through 07-30-2008 |
Dinosaurs big and small, come meet them all! Measure up to dinosaurs that once roamed the Lower Cape Fear. Explore bones, teeth and skin casts of creatures long extinct and create a skeletal "dino" model to take home. Dino-mite! is a one-hour hands-on adventure for groups of 10 or more children and their adult chaperones. Appropriate for children ages 5 to 14. Fee charged. Preregistration is required. To register, call 910.798.4362. | |
| "Dog Days of Summer" @ ArtSource Five Points | 07-01-2008 through 08-01-2008 |
Animal lovers take note! This July, ArtSource Five Points hosts "Dog Days of Summer," an animal-themed art show dedicated to our beloved animal companions. Select gallery artists including Rebecca Rousseau, Clinton Duncan and others have rendered depictions of man's best friend in a variety of different styles and mediums. Abstracted pooches, impressionistic hounds, and realistic felines abound! By hosting "Dog Days of Summer," ArtSource is trying to raise awareness of the needs of the SPCA of Wake County and the plight of unwanted animals during the SPCA’s busiest time of year. According to the SPCA of Wake County, the summer months are nicknamed "puppy and kitten season" because the shelters are overrun with litters of unwanted animals. ArtSource is helping to combat this epidemic by donating a minimum of 5% of the proceeds from the "Dog Days of Summer" exhibition to the SPCA of Wake County to help with the opening of their new spay/neuter clinic, which opens mid-August 2008. The new clinic is modeled after the Humane Alliance Spay/Neuter Clinic in Asheville, NC. It is a national model with the mission of providing targeted, high-volume, high-quality, low-cost sterilization services. Come out and celebrate amazing animals during "Dog Days of Summer" at ArtSource Five Points and help to support a good cause. In short, ArtSource has literally gone to the dogs. "Dog Days of Summer" will be on display July 1 - August 1 at ArtSource Five Points. Gallery hours are Monday- Saturday, 10am-6pm. ArtSource Five Points 509-105 W. Whitaker Mill Rd. Raleigh, NC 27608 919-833-0013 artsource2@bellsouth.net www.artsource-raleigh.com | |
| "Donna Robertson Paintings" @ ArtSource North Hill | 07-01-2008 through 08-01-2008 |
ArtSource North Hills explores the oil landscapes and mixed media collages of Beaufort artist Donna Robertson. ArtSource North Hills 4351-101 The Circle @ North Hills St. Raleigh, NC 27609 919-787-9533 artsource2@bellsouth.net www.artsource-raleigh.com | |
| "Abstractly Babs" Show at Sunset River Marketplace | 07-01-2008 through 08-09-2008 |
All new paintings, mainly abstract, by Calabash, NC artist Babs Ludwick. Watercolor, acrylic and collage. Babs is fearless! She's never afraid to try something new. Read more about it on MySpace at: www.MySpace.com/culturejunkie . Sunset River Marketplace 10283 Beach Drive SW (NC179) Calabash, NC 28467 910-575-5999 www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com | |
| Water | 07-03-2008 through 08-01-2008 |
A Collection of Photographs by Guy Pushee at Caffee Phoenix 9 South Front Street Downtown 6:00 - 9:00pm | |
| About Face | 07-03-2008 through 08-10-2008 |
Three Sculptors dive into the expressions and feelings that make up a face. Featuring the works by artists, Linda Anne Hartman, Gerry Hewett, and Justine Ferreri. Show will be up until August 10th. Creations by Justine 910-763-4545 Chandler's Wharf Warehouse 225 Water Street, Wilmington, North Carolina | |
| Childrens Adventure Pathways Day Camp | 07-07-2008 through 07-11-2008 |
Childrens Adventure Pathways Day Camp Ages: 10 to 13 Dates: July 7-11 Times: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Cost: $200 Experience the wide variety of adventure activities that Wilmington has to offer with this week-long adventure day camp. Activities will include kayaking, climbing, canoeing, hiking, and surfing. Lunch is not included. For more information call 341-0836. www.adventurepathways.com Parks, Recreation, and Downtown Services City of Wilmington 302 Willard St. Wilmington, NC 28401 (910) 341-0836 Click here for registration form | |
| AQUARIUM SUMMER CAMP: LIFE ON PLANET OCEAN | 07-07-2008 through 07-11-2008 |
When 70% of the planet is covered by ocean, it seems strange to call our planet “earth!” Oceans control weather, produce oxygen, and provide a home for a vast array of marine life. Campers meet and learn about the strange and beautiful creatures living in Planet Ocean through fun activities and crafts. North Carolina Aquarium's summer camps are designed for the specific learning abilities and interests of different age groups. Each camp is offered simultaneously for ages 5-6, 7-9, and 10-12. Fee: $200.00 or $180.00 for NCA Society members. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. | |
| AQUARIUM SUMMER CAMP: COASTAL CRUSADERS for teens | 07-07-2008 through 07-11-2008 |
Fishing, canoeing, and exploring barrier islands, among other adventures, inspire teens to learn more about, and protect, coastal resources. Summer camp runs rain or shine. Fee: $250.00 for non-members, $225.00 for NC Aquarium Society Members. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. | |
| Museum Camp: Get A Clue (9-10 year olds) | 07-07-2008 through 07-11-2008 |
Secret formulas and hidden messages will be revealed, deciphered and cracked. From cryptology to chemistry, unscramble the clues to discover how a mystery is made. Put the pieces together to solve the case! To register, call 910.798.4362, | |
| YES Camps at BCC | 07-07-2008 through 07-16-2008 |
Camp Broadway at BCC Whether you prefer to be on stage or behind the scenes this camp is for you. Ages 8 - 18 years $105 | |
| KIDS @ MUSEUM CAMP = Art Projects, Fun Games, Outs | 07-07-2008 through 07-11-2008 |
KIDS @ MUSEUM CAMP = Art Projects, Fun Games, Outside Messiness and Much More The Cameron Art Museum's "Kids @ Museum Camp" offers two different fun-filled art camps. "Trash Bash": a week long camp dedicated to making beautiful art creations, both individual and collaborative, out of recyclable items. "Collaboration Celebration": an opportunity for campers to meet and work with local artists and collaborate on large and small scale projects. June 23rd - June 27th "Trash Bash" (8 - 12 year olds) July 7th - July 11th "Trash Bash" (5 - 7 year olds) July 21st - July 25th "Collaboration Celebration" (8 - 12 year olds) August 4th - August 8th "Collaboration Celebration" (5 - 7 year olds) 9 am to noon - $145 weekly / Non- Member $165 - includes all supplies and daily snack. To register please call the Education Dept. 910-395-5999 ext. 1019. For more information, visit www.cameronartmuseum.com | |
| "Art+Words =COLLAGE!" Girls Camp | 07-07-2008 through 07-11-2008 |
Local artist Melissa Manley and her daughter will host this week long day camp for 7th and 8th grade girls. Join them as they make art journals, alter books with paint and collage, make artist books and write poetry. They'll work with markers, inks, paint, glue and words to create our own little worlds on the page. If your middle schooler loves doodling, writing, dreaming... this is the week for her! $100 include materials. Bring a bag lunch, beverages and afternoon snack provided. Wear you painting duds! for more info or to register: 910-538-1246 or melissa@melissamanleystudios.com | |
| Summer Camp: Get A Clue | 07-07-2008 through 07-11-2008 |
Secret formulas and hidden messages will be revealed, deciphered and cracked. From cryptology to chemistry, unscramble the clues to discover how a mystery is made. Put the pieces together to solve the case! Get a Clue is for 9 and 10 year olds. Fee charged. Preregistration is required. To register, call 910.798.4362. | |
| Stained Glass Class | 07-09-2008 through 08-13-2008 |
Stained glass class staring July 9, 6-8 pm. Six weeks class. Class $85.00 + tool kit. Call for more information and any questions. Deposit of $40.00 required by June 28. Shelby's Design Studio 6300 Castle Hayne Rd Castle Hayne, NC 910-620-1585 | |
| One Stroke Painting | 07-10-2008 through 07-31-2008 |
Come learn One Stroke Painting, Thursday nights 4 week class - $65.00 + supplies Shelby's Design Studio 6300 Castle Hayne RD Castle Hayne NC 28429 910-620-1585 | |
| Abel Raises Cain and Wedding Jimmy Film Screening | 07-10-2008 through 07-12-2008 |
ABEL RAISES CAIN @ Jengo's Playhouse Jengo's Playhouse 815 Princess Street Come on down to Jengo’s playhouse for a special screening of the invigorating documentary about the world-renowned prankster Alan Abel. At work since 1959, Abel pulled nation wide pranks that included a school for panhandlers, The Society for Indecency of Naked Animals (SINA), and a national campaign to Ban Breastfeeding. Told through the point of view of Abel’s daughter, Jenny Abel, ABEL RAISES CAIN takes the audience through the myriad of elaborate hoaxes and schemes that Abel pulled off over the years, causing everyone to question what they see, hear and read. Exciting and inspiring, you may leave with grand schemes of your own. As a bonus Abel Raises Cain will be screening with the short film Wedding Jimmy by Lisa Pesia. A man rapidly nears his wedding day while dealing with his obsession with the bride-to-be’s younger sister. Thursday July 10 Friday July 11 Saturday July 12 BUY TICKETS NOW!  $5 individual tickets, Members Free At 7:30 pm each night. Tickets are $5, members free. at Jengo's Playhouse 815 Princess Street Wilmington, NC 28401 www.cucalorus.org/blog | |
| HORIZONS - EXHIBIT AT FOUNTAINSIDE GALLERY | 07-12-2008 through 07-31-2008 |
"HORIZONS" BY PAULA HOLTZCLAW OPENS AT FOUNTAINSIDE GALLERY A new exhibit of marine and marsh landscapes by Waxhaw, North Carolina artist Paula Holtzclaw, opens July 12-31 with a reception for the artist, 6-8 pm. This is the third solo show for Holtzclaw whose exhibit last summer sold out. The title “Horizons” was derived from the vastness, scale and horizon lines of the artist’s favorite subject, the wetlands of the coastal low country. Her depictions of it’s beauty untouched by man show her inspired and studied approach and her concern that these last wild places may soon vanish. While seeking out the uncompromised land, Holtzclaw has spent the last decade carefully developing her distinct style of realism. Paula’s love of art began at an early age; that love was passed on to her by her grandmothers, both of whom were artists. After time spent raising her twin sons, the artist returned to her original passion for painting. After her over twenty year career in the medical field ended, she once again had the creative time necessary to become the professional painter she had dreamed of being. As she says, “The desire and need to paint is a deep inner calling and cannot be denied” Holtzclaw’s compositions are large in scale and format, monumental even when the physical size is reduced, thus allowing her to visually record her uniquely detailed observations of nature. These highly personal renderings pay homage to nature’s duality of beauty and power, yet depict the natural world’s vulnerability to human intervention. When that human presence is allowed into the painting, it is in the form of only a reminder, such as a boat or piling, a footnote that has come and gone while nature remains. Far horizons and infinite skies are the hallmark of Paula Holtzclaw’s art. Poetry of place is a vital element in the artist’s choice of subjects and as she describes her work, “My goal as an artist is to create paintings which allow me to share with the viewer the special feeling of peace and tranquility I experience when painting, a place perhaps that they have visited and made memories of their own”. Paula Holtzclaw’s paintings are included in private and corporate collections throughout the country. Her work has been displayed in museum and national juried exhibitions, including the National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society’s “Best of America 2007”, the AAWA and ASMA exhibitions. She recently received an Award of Merit at the American Women Artists 8th Annual National Juried exhibition and was a semi-finalist in the American Artists Magazine’s 70th Anniversary Competition. Her work has been featured in publications including Southwest Art, American Artist Online, The Charlotte Observer and Charlotte Place Magazine. “Horizons” will continue through the month of July. Fountainside Gallery is located in Lumina Station, 1900 Eastwood Road, Ste. 44 in Wilmington, NC. Further information can be obtained by calling the gallery at 910.256.9956 or by emailing the gallery at info@fountainsidegallery.com . “Horizons” can also be viewed online at www.fountainsidegallery.com | |
| Museum Camp: Incredible Insects (5-6 year olds) | 07-14-2008 through 07-18-2008 |
Flying, creeping, crawling, slinking, wiggling and chewing -- try out all the things insects do! Discover how insects communicate, build a butterfly from the wings up and investigate the many-legged residents of the lower Cape Fear in this week of "buggy" adventure. To register, call 910.798.4362. | |
| Magical Molecules Camp | 07-14-2008 through 07-17-2008 |
Soar into the magnical world of science at BCC. Call 755-7380 to register. | |
| Girl's Lacrosse | 07-14-2008 through 07-18-2008 |
It's one of the fastest growing youth sports in the U.S. and we are thrilled to offer our first Beginner's Lacrosse Camp at BCC. Call 755-7380 for more information. | |
| Cheerleading Camp at Brunswick Community College | 07-14-2008 through 07-18-2008 |
The camp will teach basic skillds for middle school cheerleading. Find out more by calling BCC at 755-7380. | |
| Flying Hands Sign Language at BCC | 07-14-2008 through 07-18-2008 |
Ages 8-17 After a full week of sign language lessons campers will be able to converse using proper sign technique. Call 755-7380 for more information. | |
| GOOEY GREEN TOES PIRATE CAMP at IAC | 07-14-2008 through 07-18-2008 |
GOOEY GREEN TOES PIRATE CAMP at IAC Dixon Stetler and Stephanie McKenzie Ahoy, me hearties! Welcome aboard Gooey Green Toes Pirate Camp! Man the rigging and prepare to overhaul! Flossy and Goo have a week long summer camp for pirates ages 6-10. Our gang of rowdy youngsters will learn the art of map making, seed spitting, knot tying, walking the plank, solar cooking, and of course, treasure hunting! Pirate headquarters will be at Wabi Sabi Warehouse, 19 North 9th Street. Our motley crew will meet from 9am-12pm, Monday-Friday. $95 includes a wee bit of grub. Camp sessions: June 30-July 4th July 14-18 July 28-August 1st For more information visit: www.flossyandgoo.com Flossy and Goo are Dixon Stetler (Flossy) and Stephanie McKenzie (Goo). They met in 2002, while they were educators at the Wilmington Children's Museum on Market St. Immediately a connection was made and the fun ensued. Best friends who inspire each other, Flossy and Goo have a combined 29 years experience leading children through fun, hands-on experiences. Flossy and Goo see past the ordinary to create extraordinary memories for children of all ages. Inspired by laughter, their programs engage minds, hands, and sometimes feet. They are very excited to be joining forces again to bring Wilmington their one-of-a-kind summer camp for children. | |
| Summer Camp: Incredible Insects | 07-14-2008 through 07-18-2008 |
Flying, creeping, crawling, slinking, wiggling and chewing – try out all the things insects do! Discover how insects communicate, build a butterfly from the wings up and investigate the many-legged residents of the Lower Cape Fear in this week of "buggy" adventure. Incredible Insects is for 5 and 6 year olds. Fee charged. Preregistration is required. To register, call 910.798.4362. | |
| Camp Broadway | 07-16-2008 through 07-25-2008 |
Dream of being a star? Like to role-play? Whether you prefer to be on stage or behind the scenes this camp is for you. Camp Broadway is offered in 3 sessions. June 16th-25th, July 7th - 16th, and July 21st - 30th. Call 755-7380 for more information. | |
| Yoga for Kids ADD/Christy Lewis-laughingheartsyoga | 07-16-2008 through 08-20-2008 |
Yoga for Kids with ADD & ADHD with Christy Lewis, RYT 5 week workshop held on Wednesdays Wednesdays, July 16 - Aug 20th, 6-7pm at SOLA - 214 Pine Grove Drive During the workshop, kids (ages 11-16) will learn specific techniques to help them improve their focus, reduce anxiety and irritability while gaining control over their growing minds. Each class will focus on building self-esteem through positive self reflection in non-competetive yet challenging class. “This workshop will improve focus, reduce anxiety and give students tools to help manage their busy bodies and minds both inside and outside of the classroom,” said Lewis. Each child will learn to use movements to improve their right/left integration and coordination. This, along with breathing techniques, will help each child cultiviate the desire within themselves to want to be present and enjoy the peace each movement and breath technique will reward them with! Space is limited!! Prior registration is recommended. Payment is cash or checks only. No credit cards accepted. $125 per participant. (Workshop dates: Jul 16, 23, 30 Aug 6, 13, 20) To register please visit laughingheartsyoga.com and download the registration form. For more information, please email info@laughingheartsyoga.com , or call 910.233.6118 ONGOING CLASSES: Tuesdays, Prenatal Yoga from 5:45 - 6:45pm at the YWCA 2815 South College Road Thursdays, Mommy & Me from 9:30-10am at the Children's Museum of Wilmington, 116 Orange Street (Admission to museum for you and your 6-12 month old included in the 4 class pass!!!) 
Laughing Hearts Yoga 910.233.6118 | |
| AQUARIUM SUMMER CAMP: LIFE ON PLANET OCEAN | 07-21-2008 through 07-25-2008 |
When 70% of the planet is covered by ocean, it seems strange to call our planet “earth!” Oceans control weather, produce oxygen, and provide a home for a vast array of marine life. Campers meet and learn about the strange and beautiful creatures living in Planet Ocean through fun activities and crafts. North Carolina Aquarium's summer camps are designed for the specific learning abilities and interests of different age groups. Each camp is offered simultaneously for ages 5-6, 7-9, and 10-12. Fee: $200.00 or $180.00 for NCA Society members. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. | |
| Museum Camp: Time Warp (7-8 year olds) | 07-21-2008 through 07-25-2008 |
Take a trip through time to visit Wilmington's past! From pre-historic peoples to the Baby Boomers, find out what a child's life was like in days gone by. Open up a time capsule to play games, try on clothes, and discover exciting stories of Wilmington. To register, call 910.798.4362. | |
| Diversity of Biology Camp | 07-21-2008 through 07-24-2008 |
Explore the wonders of the outdoors. Each day we will explore a different habitat. This camp includes a visit to BCC's Aquaculture facilities. Call 755-7380 to register. | |
| Camp Broadway | 07-21-2008 through 07-30-2008 |
Dream of being a star? If you like to be on stage or behind the scenes this camp is for you. Call BCC for more information 755-7380. | |
| Thalian Hall Adventures in Art! Summer Camp | 07-21-2008 through 07-25-2008 |
Each week, Adventures in Art camp kicks off with a performance and day-long workshop with a visiting artist. For the rest of the week, students will create, rehearse, and perform a theatrical piece using the artistic and performance skills they learned. Local artists and counselors work with the youth Tuesday-Friday to prepare them for the family showcase at the end of the day on Friday. Bring your lunch — we provide snacks and water. July 21-25 & July 28-August 1 2008 For ages 8-13 Weekdays 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cost: $130/week Both Weeks: $240 Childcare available 4:00-5:00 @ $25/week Contact: Gina Gambony, Director of Education & Cultural Outreach (910) 343-3984 gambony@thalianhall.org | |
| KIDS @ MUSEUM CAMP = Art Projects, Fun Games, Outs | 07-21-2008 through 07-25-2008 |
KIDS @ MUSEUM CAMP = Art Projects, Fun Games, Outside Messiness and Much More The Cameron Art Museum's "Kids @ Museum Camp" offers two different fun-filled art camps. "Trash Bash": a week long camp dedicated to making beautiful art creations, both individual and collaborative, out of recyclable items. "Collaboration Celebration": an opportunity for campers to meet and work with local artists and collaborate on large and small scale projects. June 23rd - June 27th "Trash Bash" (8 - 12 year olds) July 7th - July 11th "Trash Bash" (5 - 7 year olds) July 21st - July 25th "Collaboration Celebration" (8 - 12 year olds) August 4th - August 8th "Collaboration Celebration" (5 - 7 year olds) 9 am to noon - $145 weekly / Non- Member $165 - includes all supplies and daily snack. To register please call the Education Dept. 910-395-5999 ext. 1019. For more information, visit www.cameronartmuseum.com | |
| Summer Camp: Time Warp | 07-21-2008 through 07-25-2008 |
Take a trip through time to visit Wilmington's past! From pre-historic peoples to the Baby Boomers, find out what a child's life was like in days gone by. Open up a time capsule to play games, try on clothes, and discover exciting stories of Wilmington. Time Warp is for 7 and 8 year olds. Fee charged. Preregistration is required. To register, call 910.798.4362. | |
| Thalian Hall Adventures in Art! Summer Camp | 07-22-2008 through 07-25-2008 |
Each week, Adventures in Art camp kicks off with a performance and day-long workshop with a visiting artist. For the rest of the week, students will create, rehearse, and perform a theatrical piece using the artistic and performance skills they learned. Local artists and counselors work with the youth Tuesday-Friday to prepare them for the family showcase at the end of the day on Friday. Bring your lunch — we provide snacks and water. July 21-25 & July 28-August 1 2008 For ages 8-13 Weekdays 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cost: $130/week Both Weeks: $240 Childcare available 4:00-5:00 @ $25/week Contact: Gina Gambony, Director of Education & Cultural Outreach (910) 343-3984 gambony@thalianhall.org | |
| Beginning Spanish Camp | 07-23-2008 through 07-27-2008 |
Brunswick Community College is proud to offer a number of Youth Camps this summer. Beginning Spanish is for Rising K - 2nd grade students and is designed to immerse campers in Spanish vocabulary and basic conversation. For more information call 755-7380 or visit www.brunswickcc.edu. $70/per student | |
| Thalian Hall Adventures in Art! Summer Camp | 07-23-2008 through 07-25-2008 |
Each week, Adventures in Art camp kicks off with a performance and day-long workshop with a visiting artist. For the rest of the week, students will create, rehearse, and perform a theatrical piece using the artistic and performance skills they learned. Local artists and counselors work with the youth Tuesday-Friday to prepare them for the family showcase at the end of the day on Friday. Bring your lunch — we provide snacks and water. July 21-25 & July 28-August 1 2008 For ages 8-13 Weekdays 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cost: $130/week Both Weeks: $240 Childcare available 4:00-5:00 @ $25/week Contact: Gina Gambony, Director of Education & Cultural Outreach (910) 343-3984 gambony@thalianhall.org | |
| Yoga for Kids ADD -ongoing | 07-23-2008 through 08-20-2008 |
Yoga for Kids with ADD & ADHD with Christy Lewis, RYT 5 week workshop held on Saturdays Wed July 16 - Aug 20th, 6-7pm at 214 Pine Grove Drive During the workshop, kids (ages 11-16) will learn specific techniques to help them improve their focus, reduce anxiety and irritability while gaining control over their growing minds. Each class will focu | |