Wilmy Weekly: August 6th

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Featured Pup of the Week: Hazel 🐶

Meet Hazel, a sweet 6-month-old pup, looking for her forever home.

Hazel is a sweet, playful girl currently being fostered in Wilmington, NC.

She's looking for her forever family! She is recently spayed and about 30 lbs. Hazel is dog, cat, and kid friendly. She is fully potty trained and crate trained.

Hazel would thrive with an active family who can take her on walks, hikes, and new adventures. She's incredibly smart, loves puzzle toys, and picks up new training quickly.

If you're looking for an energetic, affectionate companion, Hazel could be your perfect match!

To learn more or adopt Hazel, please click here!

What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, August 6th

• Graphic Novel Book Club at Memory Lane Comics: Crack a book! It’s the graphic novel book club. Meet at Luna Caffe to get lost at sea with Anzuelo. The club starts at 7pm.

• Global Leadership Summit at Cape Fear Community College: Are you a leader? Meet and mingle with likeminded individuals at the Global Leadership Summit! The official summit will live casted to the Wilmington location where you’ll be with others interested in strengthening their leadership abilities! This is a two day event.

• Live! at CAM Cafe: Take a walk through the gallery as you listen to live music! It’s Live! At CAM Cafe — grab a bite from the cafe and then get free admission to the gallery to spend the rest of your evening. Music starts at 6pm.

• Line Dancing at The Dance Element: Hit the dance floor! Line dance with other adults and seniors from 6:30-7:30pm. No sign up or registration is required!

• Weekly Trivia at Hi-Wire Brewing: Show off your intellectual prowess — it’s trivia night! Gather your team and compete for a prize with Hammered Trivia. Get there at 7pm to play!

Friday, August 7th

• Water Works at Fit for Fun Center: Jump into the weekend with a splash! Water Works will transform the playground into a splash pad, featuring water activities, ice pops, and more! Register today.

• Outlander in the Cape Fear Walking Tour at Burgwin-Wright House: Take a walk through Wilmywood! Get a behind the scenes look at some of the most famous shots from “Outlander” on this guided tour. Registration is required so sign up today!

• Trolls Jr. the Musical at UNCW Kenan Auditorium: Do you have that feeling inside your bones? The cast of Trolls Jr. certainly does! Support the Performance Club Theatre Company when you purchase a ticket today!

• 15th Annual Surfalorus Film Festival at Jengo’s Playhouse: Hit the water — or the theater! The 15th Annual Surfalorous is this weekend. Stop by Jengo’s Playhouse to see the best surf films of the year. Tickets are available today.

• Shadows in the Parlor at the Latimer House: It’s always the season to get spooked! Join this guided tour for a behind-the-scenes look at Wilmington that blends history and the paranormal! Tickets are available today.

• Music Bingo at Backspin Social: Put your listening ears on! Join Backspin Social for music bingo hosted by Hillary Rozzano. The games begin at 7:30pm.

Saturday, August 8th

• Summer Scream Haunted Market at Elks Lodge: Who says it can’t be spooky when it’s summer? Kick off the start of autumn with a summer scream! Take a look at curated oddities, dabble in metaphysical magic, and delve into horror art. Stop by from 2-8pm.

• 10 Year Anniversary at Terra Sol Sanctuary: Terra sol sanctuary is turning 10! Celebrate their birthday in style with classes, workshops, and mingling! Stop by throughout the day and checkout their schedule for more details.

• Back to School Wellness Fair at Holy Cross of Myrtle Grove: It’s that time of year again! Prepare for the Back to School season when you stop by from 10am-12pm for games, activities and free school supplies.

• Farmers Market at the Riverfront: The Farmers Market is still here! Shop like it’s summer and peruse local vendors, fresh fruits and veggies, and more from 8am-1pm at the Riverfront!

• Latin Night at Waterline Brewing Company: Bring some flair to your weekend with Latin Night  at Waterline Brewing! Dance into the night, grab a bite from a food truck, and sip on something fresh!

• True Crime Tour at Triangle Walking Tours: Are you a true crime buff? See some of the spooky true crime history when you get a ticket for this guided walking tour through Wilmington’s most infamous spots!

Sunday, August 9th

• Sunday Funday Sip & Create at By the Beach Brewing: Did you get a whiff of something sweet? Get your ticket today to make two 8oz candles, including all candle-making supplies. Grab a drink while you’re at it!

• World Tavern Poker Night at Backspin Social: Ante up! Compete in a free Texas Hold’em tournament with America’s largest bar poker league! No experience required — come as you are! The game starts at 5pm so RSVP today.

• Weekly Yoga at Hi-Wire Brewing: Begin your Sunday with a guided yoga flow and then enjoy a cold brew from Hi-Wire! Get your ticket today!

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Green Light Escape Room — Wilmington’s door to escapism!

Spice up date night! Spend the evening at Wilmington’s largest live escape room. Pick a group of 2 or more people and work together to solve a themed puzzle in 60 minutes or less. Games are available for all ages!

Check out the website to book today!

📍130 N Front St #202

Wilmy Weekly Tip: Are you planning a party? Reserve the space for a group of 8 or more to make it a night you won’t soon forget!

Featured Food Deal of the Week: Weekend Brunch Special @ Block Taco

Stop by Friday–Sunday, noon–3 pm, for the weekend brunch special to get 2 tacos plus loaded nachos for $20!

📍120 Greenfield St #B

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | The Wallflowers | 7pm

• Hi-Wire Brewing | Darren Deese | 7pm

• Dram Tree Tavern | Mystic River | 7pm

Saturday

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | Dumpstaphunk | 7pm

• Bowstring | Chatham County Line | 7pm

• Live at Ted’s | Massive Grass | 8pm

Sunday

• Smoke on the Water | Delia Stanley | 1pm

• Live At Ted’s | Drew Peterson | 4pm

• Tap Yard | Bluegrass Backyard Music Series | 5pm

FOOD TRUCKS
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

CAPE FEAR SMASH

August 6 | Flytrap Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

August 7 | DrumTrout Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

FLY’N PHIL’E

August 6 | DrumTrout Brewing Company | 5:30pm to 8:30pm

PEPE’S TACO TRUCK

August 7 | Flytrap Brewing | 6pm to 10pm

WILMYWOODIE

August 6 | LBC Bottle Shop | 4pm to 8:30pm

August 7 | LBC Bottle Shop | 4pm to 9:30pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

Carolina Beach launches new mural tour and photography session: Join the Carolina Beach Mural Photo Tour for a one-hour journey through the town! Get your photo snapped, see eight murals, learn about the history behind the art. And more.

Wawa location approved for College Road: Another Wawa is coming to Wilmington! The City of Wilmington has approved for the newest location to mark its territory on College Road.

Wilmington Housing Authority hosts Back-to-School fair: Get ready for Back to School season with community support! The Wilmington Housing Authority is hosting a back to school fair with free haircuts, food, and school supplies. Check the link for more information!

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Friday
75🌡️88 | 🌧️31% | 💨S 10 mph

Saturday
75🌡️87 | 🌧️50% | 💨S 9 mph

Sunday
75🌡️91 | 🌧️47% | 💨 SW 9 mph

Monday
76🌡️91 | 🌧️84% | 💨 SW 9 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 83°F