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Arboretum Art Bird Bungalows By Pam Creech As flowerbeds turn dusty shades of brown and birds begin scavenging for cool-weather rations artist Bonnie Gaynor also begins hunting for scraps of wood and metal to create the birds winter shelters. Paintings metal sculptures and Gaynor s birdhouses adorning the New Hanover County Arboretum grounds will be…
Read MoreBackyard Battlefield
Checkmate. Play the game of kings in the twilight beneath the tree canopy and glowing lights in Jen and Brett Martin s backyard.
Read MoreThe Havoc of Hazel
One of the worst storms in state history Hurricane Hazel tore across southeastern North Carolina 60 years ago this month. Marie Ashworth and Millie Knowles remember the water pouring from Banks Channel overtaking houses and upending boats. Share their story of escaping to safety and riding out the storm.
Read MoreNonprofit Social Calendar
Bookmark WBM s annual list of regional nonprofit parties dinners galas and more. Save the date and buy your tickets to support your favorite charity organization.
Read MoreSave the Pink Date
Angie s Amazing Race September 28 D&E Mitsubishi 6220 Market Street Registration for the ninth annual Angie s Amazing Race starts at 9:30 am with the first group beginning the road rally at 10:30 am. Food a live auction a car show and door prizes are all part of the benefit for the Pink…
Read MoreStaying the Main
Built as a floating house and retirement refuge the home of Mike Stonestreet and Maura Hart is rooted to the ground. Step inside the Mainstay the houseboat-turned-treehouse and enjoy its elevated sound views and breezes.
Read MoreCameo: Frank Block
For nearly a century the name Block has been synonymous with Wilmington community service and advancement. Sit down with us for 20 questions with former NC Senator Frank Block who carries on his family s legacy in the city he will never leave.
Read MoreArt Treatise: Brushstrokes
Wilmington artist Todd Carignan 39 pads around barefoot in his studio. Tubes of paint are scattered about and numerous paintbrushes are neatly organized nearby. His art silhouette figure drawings and portraits of singers and musicians adorns the walls of the historic two-story yellow house. In a corner room upstairs Carignan set up shop. A longtime…
Read MoreDown by the Bay
Ray and Pam Sharpe’s New England-style home shows off unique architectural details at the center of Lollipop Bay. Tour the Sharpe home to admire its cool coastal color palette and distinctive characteristics.
Read More10 things to do
Autumn is here with crisp days perfect for enjoying an outdoor hike or garden stroll in one of the region s lush Havens. Tack up WBM s things-to-do list and soak up the best of fall. 1. Discover a scenic fall hike on Summer Rest Trail a .7-mile wooded walk beginning at Port…
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