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shotgun start will open the event at noon. For
more information contact Logan White (910)
763-4424 ext. 113 or visit:
www.goodshepherdwilmington.org
12TH ANNUAL CAPE FEAR
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
GOLDEN HAMMER PLEDGE
BREAKFAST
April 18
Hilton Wilmington Riverside
Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity will host its
annual Golden Hammer Pledge Breakfast
beginning at 7:30 a.m. The event will
showcase the organization’s involvement
in the community and testimonials from
participants in the program. To save a seat or
host a table, call (910) 762-4744 or visit:
www.capefearhabitat.org
MAKE A WISH PRESENTS
WINE WOMEN AND SHOES
April 18
The Terraces on Sir Tyler
To benefit Eastern North Carolina’s Make a
Wish Foundation, enjoy an evening of style at
the Wine Women and Shoes fashion show. The
event will feature designs from the Shoe Guys,
Diana and Kelly, Lisa Mackey, Comfortable
Soles and more. Beverage samplings and
savory food bites will be featured. The party
starts at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $50 each, or
purchase the Girlfriend Package (five tickets)
for $200. For more information contact Janis
Netherland at (910) 399-1375 or visit:
www.winewomenandshoes.com/wilmington
17TH ANNUAL LANDFALL
FOUNDATION GALA
April 20
Country Club of Landfall
The Landfall Foundation will host its 17th annual
gala this spring, themed after the “Phantom of
the Opera.” The event begins at 6 p.m. featuring
food, vocalists, violinists, dance ensembles
and a live auction. This year, a VIP Phantom
Sponsorship is offered. Guests who participate
at this level will enjoy concierge services, a
personal server, select champagne and a
commemorative gift. For more information
email info@landfallfoundation.org or visit:
www.landfallfoundation.org
CAPE FEAR HABITAT FOR
HUMANITY FASHION SHOW
April 24
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Come enjoy an afternoon of fun, food
and fashion at the Cape Fear Habitat for
Humanity’s annual fashion show. Habitat for
Humanity has constructed and rehabilitated
more than 145 homes for families in need
throughout New Hanover, Pender and
northeastern Brunswick counties. This year’s
fashion theme is Emerald City and tickets are
$35 per person. Lunch begins at 12:30 p.m. For
more information call (910) 762-4744 or visit:
www.capefearhabitat.org
YWCA STAND AGAINST RACISM
April 26
YWCA
Traditionally held on the last Friday in
April, Stand Against Racism is a nationwide
movement with the goal of bringing
people together across communities to
raise awareness that racism still exists.
All members of the public are invited to
participate in celebrating diversity and are
encouraged to contribute to conversations
about race within the community. By
bringing people together from different
walks of life, YWCA hopes to accomplish
one goal — eliminating racism. For more
information call (910) 799-6820 or visit:
www.ywca-lowercapefear.org
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER
SILENT AUCTION AND
FASHION SHOW
April 26
Hilton Wilmington Riverside
Join the fight against domestic violence at
the 21st annual silent auction and fashion
show Friday, April 26. For 27 years, Domestic
Violence Shelter and Services Inc. has
enabled victims and their families to break
the cycle of domestic violence by providing
shelter and support, as well as public
awareness and prevention programs. The
luncheon will be held at 11 a.m. and dinner
will be served at 6 p.m. Tickets are $40 per
person for lunch and $60 per person for
dinner. For more information contact Diane
Lomax at (910) 343-0703 or visit:
www.domesticviolence-wilm.org
THE CAROUSEL CENTER FOR
ABUSED CHILDREN
MAKING LEGENDS LOCAL
April 27
Thalian Hall
The Carousel Center for Abused Children will
hold its 10th annual Making Legends Local
fundraiser Saturday, April 27. This event is a
chance to watch friends and family portray
famous performers of the past and present.
This year’s theme is “Thanks for the Memories”
and will feature legends such as Bob Hope,
Gene Kelly, Harry Connick Jr., Donna Summer,
Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Nat King Cole
and many more. The red carpet reception
held in Thalian’s ballroom will begin at 6 p.m.
and the main stage show at 8 p.m. For more
information please call (910) 254-9898 or visit:
www.carouselcenter.org
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SPECTRUM ART & JEWELRY — The Forum
(910) 256-2323, www.Spectrumartandjewelry.com
SYMMETRY
gemstone stack rings
$400-$500
SYMMETRY
peridot and smoky
quartz ring
$1,325
SYMMETRY
aqua and peridot
earrings
$1,655