Wilmy Weekly: April 30

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What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, April 30

• UNCW Track Night at Harold Greene Track: Squeeze in a workout before the weekend with UNCW Track Night! Stop by at 6pm to work out on the track as a group and hang out after to socialize!

• Shim Sham Class at Hannah Block Historic USO Community Arts Center: This month, Cape Fear Swing Dance Society is hosting a bonus class, and they want to see you there! Stop by to learn how to shim sham and do a lindy hop line dance! Class is 7-9pm.

• Graphic Novel Book Club at Luna Caffe: Are you a comic book enthusiast? Gather with other like-minded fans with Memory Lane Comics and Luna Caffe! Discuss Spider-Man: Blue, meet a new friend, and grab a fun drink starting at 7pm! The book will be 30% off.

• Kinky Boots Live at Wilson Center: This live performance of the classic show Kinky Boots will have you shaking in yours! Get yours today to catch the show at 7:30pm!

• Family Feud at Waterline Brewing: Name a fun evening event that starts with an F…. Family Feud Night! Drop by tonight from 7-9pm for some family fun at Waterline!

Friday, May 1

• Wilmington Singles Dance at New Hanover County Senior Resource Center: You’re never too old to find love or dance it out! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in fashion with this themed singles dance! Dress up, bring a covered dish to share, and dance the night away… well, from 6:30-10pm.

• River to Sea EXPO Ride at DrumTrout: Catch a view of the sunset from your handlebars! Ride out at 5:55pm to Empie Park to see the Expo and then pedal back to DrumTrout for a cool drink and a bite from the food truck!

• Annual Mother’s Day Event at Operation Pretty Things: It’s that time of year again! Join Operation Pretty Things for their annual Mother’s Day celebration, where you assemble gift baskets and write notes of encouragement for women in local domestic violence shelters. Grab a friend and sign up for your time slot today!

• Blooms & Baile at The Elia: April showers bring May flowers! See for yourself at The Elia’s garden soiree. Dress up in your best floral outfit, take a lesson from Wilmington Latin Dance, and then bloom into the night! Get your ticket today.

• Kentucky Derby Party at Morningside of Wilmington: Port City is taking a trip to Kentucky! Celebrate the Derby with Mint Juleps, horse races, Chicken Salad Chick, and more from 2-3:30pm! RSVP today.

• UNCW Baseball Game at Brooks Field: Nothing says spring like baseball! The College of Charleston Cougars are coming out to the beach — support the Seahawks and get your ticket today! The game starts at 6pm.

Saturday, May 2

• Kentucky Derby Party at The Blind Elephant: Grab your biggest hat and head to Wilmington’s most famous speakeasy to celebrate the Derby! Place bets, sip speciality cocktails, and donate to Pasture Pals Equine Rescue! The party starts at 3pm.

• 36th Annual River to Sea Bike Ride at Empie Park: Grab your bike and pedal out to see the river and the sea! The annual 20-mile bike ride is BACK, along with a special expo experience at Empie Park! Register today to ride.

• Hope in Motion Makers Market at Hi-Wire Brewing: Shop for a cause! Give back to local mental health initiatives when you shop the Makers Market — 100% of proceeds will go to a therapy scholarship fund. Stop by from 12-5pm.

• Rummage Sale at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church: Rain or shine, the annual rummage sale has something you’re looking for this Saturday! Stop by from 8am-12pm to shop a plethora of items, including furniture!

• Learn to Row at Cape Fear Rowing Club: Have you always wanted to learn to row? Do you want to take full advantage of our riverfront city? Look no further! The Cape Fear Rowing Club is offering a series of classes for beginners starting this Saturday! Sign up today!

• Rescue Dogs Meet & Mingle at Fermental: Give a local rescue dog some love with a drink in your hand! This special meet-up is for all shelter and rescue dogs — stop by for free pets, treats, and water!

Sunday, May 3

• Sinister Sisters Aerial Sideshow at The Barzarre: The Barzarre just got a little bit more bizarre! Stop by for a feral night of live performance, including aerial, burlesque, pole, and drag. Stop by at 7pm!

• Mother’s Day Market at The Pointe: Do you have a special mom in your life? Now is the perfect time to start shopping! Start local with the market at The Pointe from 11am-3pm.

• Sunday Art Market at Cape Fear ArtXchange: Support local artists to shop handmade, vintage, and upcycled items! Stop by from 11am-5pm to find something beautiful!

• Pasta Workshop at Avenue B: What the Forkkk! Join the owner of Forkkk for a hands-on workshop to learn how to make your own pasta! As you roll your dough, sip on a glass of complimentary champagne and taste the result of your hard-earned work! Sign up today.

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Palate — Port City’s take on the classic bottle shop!

Stop by the Brooklyn Arts Center to taste something brand new at Palate! Try craft beer, including those from local breweries, wine, cider, and more, as you listen to live music and gather with friends!

Check out their website for more details!

📍1007 N 4th Street

Wilmy Weekly Tip: Stop by on Sunday for a $20 bucket of bubbles with a side of orange juice!

Featured Food Deal of the Week: Fish Fry @ American Legion Post #10

Eat like you’re at the beach because you are! Grab a plate of fried whiting or baked chicken, complete with sides, for $12 per plate.

📍702 Pine Grove Drive

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• Port City Marina | Delia & Friends | 5pm

• The Eagle’s Dare | The Chain | 6pm

• Carolina Beach Pier | Matt Spell | 7:30pm

Saturday

• Wilson Center | Ali Siddiq | 7pm

• Bowstring | Everclear | 7pm

• Live at Ted’s | Gareth Pearson | 8pm

Sunday

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | Ani DiFranco | 6pm

• Bowstring | Laura Jane Grace | 7pm

• Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern | Born of Osiris | 6pm

FOOD TRUCKS
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

EASTSIDE

April 30 | Flytrap Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

WILMYWOODIE

April 1 | LBC Bottle Shop | 4pm to 9pm

PEPE’S TACO TRUCK

May 1 | Flytrap Brewing | 6pm to 10pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

Wrightsville Beach Farmers Market has a new home for the summer season: The annual WB Market is kicking off their season on Monday, May 4, in a new spot! Check out the link for the new location and stop by from 8am-1pm.

Brunswick County has community baby shower: Give back to local mothers with a community-wide baby shower at the Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center! Stop by Saturday from 9-11am to support.

Students to get free meals for the summer: New Hanover County Schools will be offering free meals all summer long for qualifying students. Check out the link to complete the eligibility form.

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Friday
59🌡️70 | 🌧️18% | 💨NE 11 mph

Saturday
47🌡️61 | 🌧️96% | 💨 N 12 mph

Sunday
51🌡️70 | 🌧️6% | 💨 NW 9 mph

Monday
57🌡️75 | 🌧️3% | 💨 SW 11 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 67°F