Wilmington Magazine Jan-Feb 2023

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from the editor January/February 2023 Valentine's Gift Guide • A Sanctuary for Mental & Physical Health • Winter Fashion WilmingtonNCmagazine.com JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2023 HGTV Smart Home Wilmington Takes the Honor to Build in Castle Hayne VALENTINE’S GIFT GUIDE A SANCTUARY FOR MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH The Cargo District Exploring Small Businesses in Shipping Containers WINTER FASHION Give the gift that lasts all year long... a subscription to Subscribe online at WilmingtonNCmagazine.com or by calling 843-856-2532 A Fresh Start After assisting Elizabeth Sugg wrap up the last issue of 2022 before returning to her farm venue in Sandhills, I am pleased to be joining the team and starting 2023 as the new Managing Editor. Although I've worked for many magazines over the years—from digital to print and from startups to large publishers—there's something special I'm drawn to about a local publication. And there's certainly something special about Wilmington. Having bounced back and forth a lot from the East Coast to San Diego over the years, I must say this “small” but quickly evolving and expanding town has a lot of character. It's hard not to notice how much this area has boomed, even in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic. Sometimes beauty blossoms out of hardship, and I certainly see that in the small businesses, creatives and nonprofits all around us. I was a bit a surprised by the traffic-heavy streets I thought I left behind in California, but I think it's a good sign. Wilmington is resilient, bustling and full of heart. In an attempt to catch up on the local scene, I've been attending as many events as my social calendar can take, driving all over to take in the sights and eating/ drinking out at every chance. I've also loved chatting with local makers, artists and our very own contributing writers, some new and some who have been with the magazine for several months or even years. This issue, I really wanted to focus on them. Kim Henry, a longtime staff writer here, is also the Executive Director at a local nonprofit, Theater for All, that provides a platform for people with development or physical disabilities to express themselves. Meanwhile, other longtime contributor Vera Wilson works as an accountant primarily for nonprofits and loves talking about some of the great work one of her clients in particular, Pender Alliance for Total Health, is doing to make basic physical and mental health services more accessible for students. After hearing them speak passionately about these organizations, I instantly knew I wanted them both to share these stories. What struck me as not only impressive about these groups, but is how they're similarly pioneering services that could and should be adopted all over the country—what an example. We also have some newer contributors with a finger on the pulse, who you may have noticed often write for other local publications as well. Emily Rakestraw and Katie Schmidt each share a feature this issue about some trendy, burgeoning spots: The Cargo District and a unique yogi sanctuary on Castle Street. These areas are prime examples of the changing business climate in Wilmington, and the small gems that have been created in the process. As for the bigger finds? Check out Lori Wilson’s feature on the breathtaking smart home, just minutes away from downtown, that was recently featured on HGTV! We've also got you covered on the essential new year's topics, from a list of motivating books to read to beauty and fashion finds, and an article about a small, new way to jam-pack your diet with nutrients. Hello, microgreens! Plus, we've got some great recipes from our in-house food expert, Fanny Slater (you should Google her), to get you through the winter months ahead. And don't forget to eat and shop local for Valentine's Day gifts this season: Check out our dining and gift guides to get you started. Finally, consider treating yourself after a long year: Our Travel Director, Katie McElveen, shares about a nontraditional cruise experience exploring the Great Lakes that's “unexpectedly amazing.” I can't wait to bring you more great content this year! Carin Hall Managing Editor editor@wilmingtonncmagazine.com FIND US ONLINE! Visit us on our website wilmingtonncmagazine.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram @wilmingtonmagazine 12 | WilmingtonNCmagazine.com
Your Local Rundown on News and Culture Artistic Expression Made Available for All Wilmington’s Theater for All gives a stage to people with development or physical disabilities See page 28 A Songwriter Finds Her Voice From Nashville to the Cape Fear, following her love of music and the shore See page 44 January /February 2023 | 13
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