Wilmy Weekly: February 19th

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What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, February 18

• What’s Brewing in Science? at The Eagle’s Dare: Have you always wondered about the “how” behind cotton candy? Now is your chance to learn! Join Tiffany Lindstrom from Corning for a free educational demonstration about optical fiber — the magic that makes our favorite fair treat! Grab a drink, learn something new, and sample the final product starting at 6pm.

• Pint Night at Mad Mole Brewing: Drink for a cause and raise your glass to Long Road Home! Raise money for rescue animals in need when you buy a pint at Mad Mole — $1 from every purchase will benefit the cause! Stop by from 5-8pm.

• Book Discussion at Pomegranate Books: Did you love “Those We Thought We Knew” by David Joy? Join members of the Buckner Award Committee to discuss this special novel beginning at 7pm.

• Savorez Supper School and Winebow Pairing at Fermental: Take a trip to Italy for the night! Join Chef Sam Cahoon and wine rep Lauren Dixon for an evening dedicated to focaccia. Learn how to make this dish and pair it with three specially curated wines. Get your ticket today!

• Definitely Not Famous Comedy Show at Waterline Brewing Company: Trevor Horney has come to Port City all the way from California and is here with one message: love hurts! Love may hurt, but a few laughs certainly don’t. Gather some supplies to donate to The Open Gate Domestic Violence Shelter. The show is from 7-9pm.

• Shuck & Tell at Wrightsville Beach Brewery: It’s always a good time for fresh oysters in Wilmington! See some of the best that our natural waters have to offer, along with their farmers, while you sip on four pours of beer and wine and enjoy 8 different oysters. Get your ticket today!

Friday, February 19

• Speakeasy & Prohibition Walking Tour at The Ivey: Step back in time with this iconic walking tour! During the tour, you’ll explore local hidden gems, stop by speakeasies, and discover Wilmington in a whole new way. The walk begins at The Ivey — grab your ticket today!

• An Evening with Drekker Brewing at Fermental: Drekker Brewing of North Dakota has made it out East to Fermental! Stop by to try some of their signature brews as you snack on light bites from the Well Fed Ed food truck and enjoy live music. Stop by from 4-11pm.

• David Drake Live at Dead Crow Comedy: Laughter is the only thing on the menu this weekend with David Drake! Get your tickets today to watch this celebrated comic from New York’s most legendary stages. Browse the link for show times.

• Friday Night Karaoke at Ludus Social Club: Let your voice be heard! Stop by Ludus Social Club for karaoke night and sing your favorite tune as you sip or snack on something delicious. Music starts at 9pm.

• National Love Your Pet Day at Waterline Brewing Company: We love our furry companions every day, but this week, there’s a party for it! Pack up your pups and head over to Waterline for live music, free pup cups, custom cocktails, and giveaways! Stop by from 6-9pm.

• Mindfulness Meditation in the Galleries at Cameron Art Museum: Find your center among beautiful art at CAM! Certified Teacher Bonne Lynn Anderson will lead the class in the contemplative gallery from 9-9:50am.

Saturday, February 20

• Wilmington Record Show at Waterline Brewing Company: Take it way back with Wilmington’s Record Show! RizzyBeats will be spinning an all-vinyl set, followed by live music from Delia Stanley. Shop more than 20 vendors and go back in time from 11am-4pm.

• The Wilmington Girls Club 2nd Birthday Market at Azalea Station: The Wilmington Girls Club is turning 2, and they want you to celebrate with them! Stop by from 1-5pm to shop with local vendors and get your party on!

• B.A.D. Coffee Crawl at Brooklyn Arts District: Sip your way through the Brooklyn Arts District all day Saturday! Enjoy coffee drinks, desserts, and inspired displays from 12-5pm.

• Grand Opening at Van Gogh Gurt: An exciting new space is coming to Wilmington! Celebrate the opening of Van Gogh Gurt with drawings, frozen yogurt, coffee, and more inside Azalea Antiques & Art! Stop by from 10am-5pm.

• Caliente Nights at Ironclad Brewery: Love is still in the air! Dance your heart away in your best Valentine’s outfit! Dance lessons begin at 9pm, and free dance is to follow! Get your tickets today.

• Crafts & Crystals Faire and Elks Lodge: Tap into your witchy side with Hexed and Reckless! Shop tarot cards, meet with psychics and palm readers, and more from 11am-5pm. Admission is just $5.

Sunday, February 21

• Floating Lantern Ceremony at Cameron Art Museum: Join CAM for its annual outdoor lantern ceremony as they light the night sky in honor of reflection, remembrance, and gratitude. Lantern floating begins at 5pm.

• Wilmington Wedding Expo at Hi-Wire Brewing: Are you a bride? Do you love love? Peruse the Wilmington Wedding Expo for a day filled with top vendors, a bridal fashion show, live music, and more. Get your ticket today!

• Crafty Corner at Tap Yard: Does Wuthering Heights have you in the mood to yearn? Pick up a pen! Write a love letter to yourself or a person of your choice with Abby Smiles at Crafty Corner. This event is free, but you are welcome to bring a donation! Stop by at 2pm.

• Grand Opening at Mercantile on Market: Port City Mercantile on Market is officially OPEN, and they want you there to kick it off! Shop antiques, vintage, mid-century modern, and more from 10am-3pm with opening day discounts and prizes.

• Beach Cleanup at Wrightsville Beach: Join Surfrider Cape Fear on Saturday at 11 AM at Crystal Pier to help protect our coastline and connect with your community. Enjoy free parking and make a meaningful impact together.

• Tarot Card and Mediumship Readings at Alchemy & Aura: Spend the afternoon with Karen for angel tarot card and evidential mediumship readings. Connect with the beyond for guidance and messages from 1-5:30pm.

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Beginner’s Luck Coffee — the luckiest corner of Wilmington!

Are you feeling lucky? Stop by Beginner’s Luck Coffee, and you’ll certainly feel a turn in the tides!

Beginner’s Luck Coffee was created by a local family with a dream. First, a coffee cart, now it’s a brick-and-mortar location on Shipyard Boulevard!

Check out their website for more details about their unique offerings!

📍1616 Shipyard Boulevard

Wilmy Weekly Tip: Try the cherry vanilla latte for Valentine’s Day!

Featured Food Deal of The Week:
$2 off entrees @ Blue Surf Cafe

Get any dinner entree for $2 off after 4pm on Fridays at Blue Surf Cafe!

📍250 Racine Drive

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• Avenue B | Port City Bossa | 7:30pm

• Fermental | Dead Intentions | 7pm

• Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard | Dave Matthews Tribute Band | 7pm

Saturday

• Fermental | Masonboro Sound | 7pm

• Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard | Flying High Again | 8pm

• Barzarre | 4 Band Show | 7pm

Sunday

• Wilmington Distillery | Dirty Dead | 5pm

• Waterline Brewing Company | Petty Mac Acoustic Show | 5pm

• The Ivey | Stu Cru Two Live | 6:30pm

FOOD TRUCKS
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

2 BROS COASTAL CUISINE

February 19 | Broomtail Craft Brewery | 5pm to 8pm

EASTSIDE

February 19 | nCino | 11am to 2pm

February 20 | Mad Mole Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

February 21 | Flytrap Brewing | 1pm to 4pm

GUSTU PERANO

February 20 | Museum of Beer & Art | 5pm to 8pm

JOHNNY C’S HOT DOGS

February 19 | Wilmington Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

LEO’S PIZZA

February 20 | Wilmington Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

Bagel Boss comes to Wilmington: The famous New York-style bagel shop, Bagel Boss, is coming to Downtown Wilmington this summer. Keep an eye out for the official opening date, slated for July!

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ movie set to film locally: Brit + Co is reporting that ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ movie, streamed by Amazon, is expected to begin filming in Wilmington this April.

Azalea Fest headliner list expands: Country music star Dustin Lynch is expected to perform on April 10 for the annual Azalea Fest. Tickets are on sale now!

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Friday
56🌡️73 | 🌧️17% | 💨SW 15 mph

Saturday
48🌡️62 | 🌧️71% | 💨 NE 8 mph

Sunday
32🌡️56 | 🌧️81% | 💨 NW 15 mph

Monday
29🌡️49 | 🌧️2% | 💨 NW 16 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 50°F

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