History Lesson
The Story of Mr. William Polite: African-American Heritage at Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History
Feb. 20, 1-4:45 p.m., Free
Learn about one of Wrightsville Beach’s most interesting residents, Mr. William Polite, who began his career as a waiter in the early 20th century only to become a wealthy entrepreneur. The event is for children ages 5-9 and will include learning table settings and creating cocktail sauce. To reserve a space call 910-256-2569.
Award Worthy
Cinematique Oscar Shorts
Thalian Hall Studio Theater
Feb. 16-21, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., $8
Catch the art produced by shorts filmmakers before Oscar night. WHQR public radio presents its 10th year of Oscar-nominated films. The schedule includes live action, documentaries, and animated shorts. View the film lineup at http://whqr.org/post/cinematique-presents-oscar-shorts-2015
Down Memory Lane
Walking Tour of Historic Wilmington
Latimer House Museum
Feb. 21, 10-11:30 a.m., $10
Take a stroll down 12 blocks of historic downtown Wilmington with the Lower Cape Fear History Society. For 90 minutes the tour will spotlight specific homes, churches and other structures of historical and archeological importance. For more information call 910-762-0492 or
email [email protected].
Film Finale
Black History Month Film
New Hanover Main Public Library
Feb. 22, 2-4:30 p.m., Free
The finale of the Black History Month Film Festival showcasing African-American directors presents Spike Lee’s “When Bamboozled” starring Damon Wayans, Savion Glover and Jada Pinkett Smith. Set in the 2000s, a frustrated producer creates a controversial show about protesting racism. For additional information call 910-798-6341.
