Wilmy Weekly: August 22

What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, August 22nd

• Charley Crockett in Concert: come see bluesy folk-country singer/songwriter Charley Crockett at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater! Tickets start at $60. The show starts at 6pm with doors opening earlier. Crockett will also be playing Friday night if you can’t make it tonight!

• Comedian Sarah Sherman: straight from SNL, actress/comedian Sarah Sherman will be in the Dead Crow Comedy Room’s Lush Lounge tonight through Saturday. Shows start at 7pm and 9:30pm with tickets starting at $25

• Jen and Tonic, Fireworks and Boardwalk Blast: as always, music starts at 6:30pm with fireworks at 9pm. Jen and Tonic plays music ranging from AC/DC to Adele; bring your family, a beach chair and some money for the food trucks!

• Jazz in the Garden: at Kipos Hellenic Cuisine from 6:30pm to 8:30pm with food and drink available for purchase. Enjoy a relaxing almost-weekend dinner with a cocktail and jazz music!

• Taylor Swift Tribute Candle Light Concert: “A live, multi-sensory musical experience” featuring the beloved hits of Taylor Swift played by the Listeso String Quartet. Located at The Elia with shows at 7pm and 9pm.

• Trivia Night at Hell’s Kitchen: food, drinks, games, and prizes! From 7:30pm to 9pm.

Friday, August 23rd

• Fourth Friday Gallery Nights: looking for a splash of creativity in your weekend? Presented by the Arts Council of Wilmington, every fourth Friday galleries and studios stay open after hours to celebrate all kinds of art and culture. Hop from gallery to gallery between 6pm to 9pm. Visit the link for participating locations.

• Island Hopper Cruise: explore the islands that dot Wrightsville Beach and the surrounding Carolina coast with this 2 hour cruise (tickets starting at only $50)! Local hidden treasures await!

• Cosmos of Chaos Gallery Opening: A FREE event for lovers of art and the otherworldly. Hosted at Ollio Provisions from 6pm to 9pm.

• End of Summer Bash: Vintage finds, fresh baked goods, interactive booths and more at this pop up night market in the cargo district! Pop in from 5pm to 9pm with a tee or tote for block printing (and your pup for a photo op)!

• Fired up - Coastal Carolina Clay Guild Show: Tickle the right side of your brain with a ceramic arts show by Coastal Carolina Clay Guild and Orange Street Pottery at Acme Art Studios from 6pm to 9pm.

Saturday, August 24th

• Battleship Yoga at Sunrise: hosted at 7am by Yoga Village, with online registration required. This all levels yoga class offers not only a relaxing way to exercise, and an unforgettable view, but also coffee from SUNday’s!

• Wilmington Farmers Market: If pasture-raised, organic, local, or homegrown is your middle name, this market hosted at Tidal Creek Food Co-op is made for you! Drop in from 8am to 1pm and browse to your hearts content!

• Themed Pottery Classes: Perfect for a relaxing date after a long week, a family day, or a chance to make new friends! These classes (between 10am and 4pm) are perfect for all ages looking to get their hands messy and create some art! $55 per person at Bookworm Pottery DT.

• 1st Anniversary Celebration at Mannkind Brewery: from 12pm to 11pm, accompanied by food trucks, discounted beers, live music, baked goods, give aways, face painting, and more!

• Comedian and Magician Justin Willman: Grab your tickets (starting at $50) online at the Wilson Center soon, as this is a sellout show! Doors open earlier for the show at 7pm.

• Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market: If you haven’t had a chance to spend a leisurely Saturday strolling this popular market (from 8am to 1pm) you only have a couple more weeks! Grab your locally grown goods and handmade gifts for any upcoming birthdays!

• Books and Beers Release Event: Two new book releases by local author Todd Sherman will be celebrated with two new beer releases at Flytrap Brewing. “Stand in the beer garden and wonder as fresh monsters crash toward the Cape Fear River.” Event runs from 2pm to 5pm

Sunday, August 25th

• Comedian Ian Bagg: A boundary-pusher “crowdwork” comedian in (you guessed it) the Lush Lounge at the Dead Crow Comedy Room. The doors open at 6pm for the 7pm show. General admission $25.

• Under the Boardwalk at Carolina Beach Lake Park: bring your kids for an animated beach adventure about a timid crab who befriends a bold tourist sea crab. Find a spot on the lawn for your beach chairs or blanket in time for the movie to start at dusk. Popcorn, soft drinks, and cotton candy are all available for purchase.

• Dog Cruise to Palm Tree Island: bring your fur baby for the ultimate Sunday funday hosted by Soundside Cruises, Rentals and Charters. Event time varies, with ticket prices ranging from $10 to $45. See the attached website for more information!

• Game and Trivia Night: Scoot over to The Sorrow Drowner between 5pm and 9pm with your D&D crew, or some friends and your favorite board game. Trivia starts at 8pm!

• Vintage Market: drop by from 1pm to 6pm at The Eagles Dare featuring live music, good vibes, and over 20 vendors. Bring your leashed puppy!

FEATURED RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK 🍽️ 
Okami Japanese Steakhouse: Wilmington’s All You Can Eat Sushi!

Okami Japanese Steakhouse - Wilmington’s only All You Can Eat Sushi!

Hibachi is meant to be cooked in front of you! The taste of your fried rice, noodles, vegetables, and your choice of meat, fresh off the grill is unmatched. Okami Japanese Steakhouse has twelve hibachi grills and several chefs, skilled equally in grilling your dream hibachi, and making you laugh while they do it!

Are you a lover of sushi? Okami has perfected their sushi menu to include a massive selection of rolls - including whatever you are craving! Prepared with fresh fish, and soft, melt-in-your-mouth sushi rice, their made to order rolls are curated to give you the perfect bite! If you’re hungry, pick up an All You Can Eat Sushi menu. All You Can Eat Sushi not only includes sushi and sushi rolls, but also classic Japanese appetizers! If you’re looking for a show, stop by the sushi bar and watch the chefs at work!

We recommend calling to make a reservation or planning ahead for a wait time. There are only a few tables, and they can fill up as soon as Okami opens at 4pm! Whether you are a sushi lover, or looking for some tasty hibachi food and a show, or want your Japanese food at a private table, Okami Japanese Steakhouse has you covered!

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• The Pier at Port City Marina | Greggie & The Jets | 7pm

• Seven Mile Post | Steel Country Express | 7pm

• Seagate Bottle Shop | Dicky Hazel | 7pm

• The Palm Room | Dubtown Cosmonauts | 10pm

Saturday 

• Seven Mile Post | Jon Montgomery | 7pm

• The Palm Room | Krispee Biscuits | 10pm

Sunday

• The Oceanic | Paige Bacon | 12pm

• Bluewater | Initialize | 5pm

• Seven Mile Post | The Fustics | 6pm

FOOD TRUCKS 
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

THE CAROLINA WHIP:
August 22 — The Bend — 5pm to 8pm
August 23 — Congleton Farms Neighborhood — 3:30pm to 5:15pm
August 24 — Crunch Fitness Launch Party — 12pm to 6pm

PORT CITY QUE:
August 23 — Hudson’s Hardware — 11am to 2pm
August 24 — Hudson’s Hardware — 11am to 2pm

DE LA ROSA’S SUPER ANTOJITO:
August 22 — MCX Camp Lejeune — 11am to 1pm
August 23 — MCX Camp Lejeune — 11am to 1pm
August 24 — Beaufort Spirits Co. — 5pm to 9pm

FUNNELS OF LOVE:
August 25 — Kimbrells — 12pm to 6pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

🏋️Wilmington’s Crunch Fitness Accepting New Members August 24: Have you been looking for a new gym or workout routine? Wilmington’s first Crunch Fitness will be open and accepting new members this Saturday from 9am to 8pm. Stop by for swag and giveaways!

🌊Erosion in the Outer Banks Destroys Homes: about a week ago, a seventh home in the last four years washed into the ocean. This incident was due partially to swelled water levels from Hurricane Ernesto. The erosion and changing coastline in the outer banks pose a pressing problem to homeowners with property near the shore!

🎬Netflix Series Begins Filming in Wilmington: Created by Kevin Williamson (the creator of Dawson’s Creek and co-creator of The Vampire Diaries) “The Waterfront” started shooting around town last week. Starring Holt McCallanly and Maria Bello, the show is inspired by true events and will follow the story of the Buckley family and their struggling fishing empire. If you pay attention, you might catch the movie crew around town!

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Thursday
64🌡️80 | ☁️ | 🌧️0% | 💨 NE 8 mph

Friday
67🌡️81 | ☁️ | 🌧️0% | 💨 NE 10 mph

Saturday
70🌡️83 | 🌧️ | 🌧️45% | 💨 NE 9 mph

Sunday
72🌡️86 | ☀️ | 🌧️0% | 💨 E 9 mph

Monday
72🌡️86 | ☀️ | 🌧️0% | 💨 E 6 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 81°F