9 Presenting the very best of the Cape Fear region for 14 years. 18 44 54 20 56 84 FEATURES ON THE COVER 18 Backyard Battlefield Checkmate. Play the game of kings in the twilight beneath the tree canopy and glowing lights in Jen and Brett Martin’s backyard. By Amber Adams 20 The 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 upend-ing boats. Share their story of escaping to safety and riding out the storm. By Cole Dittmer 28 Nonprofit Social Registry 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. Compiled by Michelle Mager 32 Save the Pink Date Complied by Susan Miller 44 Staying 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. By Marimar McNaughton wbm OCTOBER 2014 54 “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” for 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. By Brittany Fountain 60 Down 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. By Danielle Boisse 84 Apple of My Eye The multi-tasker of the fruit world, apples are perfect for chutneys, jams, salads, sandwiches, and of course, American apple pies. Enjoy a mountain-grown NC apple straight off the tree, and let them shine in these mouth-watering autumn recipes. By Lindsay Kastner 60 I framed this shot up as an outtake, another perspective on the exterior. The round turret architectural element and the diagonal line of the staircase help to create a graphic image. The passing clouds helped with lighting the scene, by flagging the sun and gently filling with artificial lighting to reduce the contrast. — Joshua Curry DEPARTMENTS 10 Up Front 12 Letters 14 Beach Bites 56 Art Treatise 79 Things to Do 96 Social Seens 98 Tide Chart Advertising Sections 33 Must Haves 34 Women In Business 77 Builders Profiles www.wrightsvillebeachmagazine.com WBM
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