When the Rain Stops
A homeowner’s guide to drought and heat stress in the garden
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A Fine Art First for Wilmington
River’s Edge brings new, professional-grade materials to the Port City’s creative community
Joe’s Garage
Inside one man’s workshop of radios, clocks and the quiet art of bringing history back to life
Forged by Fire
Blacksmith Autumn Day is keeping a centuries-old craft alive, helping thousands discover the satisfaction of making something by hand
Making Waves with Volare Boats
How two Charleston-bred boat builders are electrifying the day boat industry — literally
A New Literary Landmark
Floodplain Books brings a new literary current to downtown Wilmington
Classical Crescendo
Q&A with Vivace Music Festival Co-Artistic Director Marina Lomazov
Events: May-June 2026
Looking to fill your social calendar? We've got the rundown on what to do this season.
Alt Scene
Q&A with MK Clewis after Alt-Zalea Fest
Four Summer Reads for a Good Cause
Cape Fear Literacy Council
Rising, Revising, Belonging
Making connections in Wilmington
Dancing with Dolphins
On a cruise in the Peruvian Amazon, wildlife abounds
No Reservations in 2026
Breezy bites for golden hour nights
A Coffee Lover’s Guide to Wilmington
Coffee Passport turns the local growing coffee scene into an intentional way to explore the city, support small businesses, and discover new favorite spots
Global Products, Local Roots
Monaco Market offers snacks from all over the world, right here in the Port City
The Last Stained-Glass Shop Standing
Artisan, teacher and entrepreneur Bill McClanahan honors the historic craft of stained glass at Wilmington’s Enchanted Realm
The Moment You Walk In
For their second Southern Living Showcase Home, Schmidt Custom Builders and Ginger Interiors create a space that invites pause, connection, and a new way of living
Life-Changing Matchmakers
Canines for Service pairs vets with transformative dogs
Meet Me Dockside
Locals’ summer, elevated with polished styles from Wilmington’s favorite boutiques
The Soul of the Forest
Live oaks shape the coast with beauty, history and vital habitat
Where Veterans Build What’s Next
Quality Work Force is creating career pathways for veterans through hands-on trade training
