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GREEN SKIES, PARTLY CLOUDY: Getting into the weeds with a new dispensary, prohibition and North Carolina’s Farm Bill
Queen Anne Suppliers had its soft opening earlier in May, and owner Britton Edwards shares how life led to this booming yet still controversial business before his grand opening on June 20.

Shannon Rae Gentry
6 days ago8 min read


FASHION FADES, BUT STYLE IS SUSTAINABLE: The vision behind Wilmington's Summer Solstice Style Show
The Summer Solstice Style Sustainability Show takes place June 21 at Tap Yard.

Sewit Mesfen
Jun 117 min read


SUSTAINABILITY IN STYLE: Trash’n Fash’n returns with fantasy, sustainability, and student leadership at the center
Enjoy this year’s Trash’n Fash’n complete with food trucks and vendors at Perennial Harbor on Saturday, June 20 at 6 p.m.

Sewit Mesfen
Jun 114 min read


PUT ON A SONG THAT MOVES YOU: Music and movement at Recess by Bevin Prince
At Recess by Bevin Prince, the mission is simple: their aim is “bring back play” in a way that elevates and uplifts a community. Offering 45 minute, high-intensity workouts focused on wellness, positivity, community, and fun, it’s a place that makes this promise: you’ll never be picked last at Recess.

Kate Barber
Jun 98 min read


PRWINCEZZ PRWOFILE: Meet ILM drag queen Prwincezz Malaysia Kay
With her roots in Leland, NC, Prwincezz Malaysia Kay takes more than just the stage. She forms a community of folks ready to celebrate and embrace themselves.
Samantha Hill
Jun 84 min read


ALL FOR ALL: Behind the scenes of 2026's newest Pride event
Cape Queer Pride Fest launches a new Pride party this weekend, June 12-14, in the Brooklyn Arts District, from Flytrap Brewing to Chow Town.
Vasili Moschouris
Jun 87 min read


A SPIKE IN NATURE: Three Pines Project hosts Volleyball Tournament Fundraiser on June 6
This week, Three Pines Project is hosting its first-ever volleyball fundraiser tournament, happening on June 6 at Capt'n Bill’s.

Shannon Rae Gentry
Jun 13 min read


MERCURY RETROGRADE AND OTHER EXCUSES: Come out, come out, wherever you've been hiding
A Collective Reading on Visibility, Becoming, and Why the Cosmos Will Not Let You Stay Small Anymore

Seph Wylder
May 297 min read


WOMEN WHO ROCK ILM: We’ve only scratched the surface
Samantha Hill spoke with the ladies who make up the female music scene in Wilmington to discuss their current projects and experiences as a woman in music.
Samantha Hill
May 206 min read


DAUGHTERS OF THUNDERSTORMS: Rising Appalachia rolls into Greenfield Lake May 10
This touring season brings Rising Appalachia to Greenfield Lake on Sunday as they prepare to release a forthcoming album in October 2026.

Shannon Rae Gentry
May 711 min read


PICTURE THIS: Greensky Bluegrass and PorchFest
Photographers Tom Dorgan and Eric Vithalani are working hard to capture musical moments through out ILM...

encore
May 41 min read


LOVE YOURSELF: Fronting Life's mindfulness community and Immersive Music Experience with Mose on May 3
Fronting Life's Immersive Music Experience ft. Mose is Saturday, May 3 at Plaza on Princess. Tickets are $35. Information at frontinglife.com.

Shannon Rae Gentry
Apr 286 min read


BUSY BEES AT THE BUSY BLOOM: Fleur Couture brings fashion, florals and community together in Wilmington
For Amanda Adkins, Fleur Couture represents more than a single event—it’s a milestone in her journey as both a creative and a business owner.

Sewit Mesfen
Apr 95 min read


CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET? Don’t Tell Comedy tells some (but not all) about their forthcoming mystery shows
Ready to support a new and inventive night out? Don’t Tell Comedy shows are $25 plus fees. Performances are Friday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 19 at 7 p.m.
Cathy Street
Apr 82 min read


NO PLACE LIKE HOME: Thalian prepares to take Wilmington somewhere over the rainbow
While the city prepares for the full-fledged festivities of Azalea Fest 2026, the cast and crew of the Thalian Association’s “The Wizard of Oz” are ramping up for the ever dreaded “Hell Week” to begin.

Chase Harrison
Apr 66 min read


WILBUR & ORVILLE: A story of achieving flight and finding space.
Wilbur & Orville: The Workshop Upstairs is a limited 8-week production about the Wright brothers in a temporary space from April to May.
Zach Peschl
Apr 63 min read


REFLECTION AND INTENTION: Big Dawg’s ‘The Hermit of Fort Fisher’ to play April 2-5, 9-12 at Thalian Hall
Big Dawg Productions play about Robert Harrill, “The Hermit of Fort Fisher” at Thalian Hall opens April 2-5 and 9-12.
Jose Mario Cortes Rosas
Mar 315 min read


NO KINGS PART THREE: Sam Hill checks in with the Third No Kings Protest in Wilmington, NC
The No Kings Protests in Wilmington had the largest turnout of the past three protests. The crowd peacefully displayed their freedom of expression in the heart of downtown Wilmington.
Samantha Hill
Mar 302 min read


HEAVY ROCK, PSYCHEDELIC TONES: The Magpie, ARKN and Sonic Bloom play Reggie's
Encore intern Jose Cortes Rosas interviews Erik Sugg of The Magpie prior to their March 14 show at Reggie’s.
Jose Mario Cortes Rosas
Mar 115 min read


IN HER ELEMENT: Emily Burdette & The Elements release party at Bourgie Nights
Emily Burdette will celebrate the release of “This Road I’m On” at Bougie Nights with her full band The Elements.

Shannon Rae Gentry
Mar 106 min read
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