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Prophetik line comes to Wilmington... Prophetik eco-friendly, sustainable "wearable philosophy" clothing is now available at Island Passage. Select items include a beautiful dress painted by elephants! Each dress is unique and proceeds go back to the sanctuary. Also carried in this beachy, light, summer line include hemp pieces, skinny hemp jeans and boyfriend jackets. "I love Wilmington and this creative, artistic community," said Prophetik founder Jeff Garner, who, years ago, was up for the lead role in Dawson's Creek against James Van Deer Beek. "I think you guys are on the edge of growth. So to go in the way of the green sustainable movement is great. There is a hunger for it." For the full interview with Jeff Garner, log on to www.focusonthecoast.com. For more on Prophetik, visit www.prohetik.com.

Ki Spa... Ki has been offering natural and organic products and services for more than 7 years. "Our goal is to provide our community with healthy alternatives to the chemical-laden spa products of our past," Ki Spa states. No parabens, no dyes, no propylene glycol. We only offer the most pure, domestically grown, hand poured soy candles. And as a business we recycle all paper, plastic and glass waste products. Whenever possible, and of course as the State Board of NC allows, we make homemade cleaning products from vinegar, distilled water and essential oils. We love to share information on how to keep your body and environment chemical free. Ki Spa is located at 1125 Military Cutoff Rd., Suite Q, at The Forum. For more info, call 910.509.0410 or visit www.kispasalon.com  

Hot Pink Cake Stand... A "hot" new bakery has opened downtown at 114 N. Front St. The Hot Pink Cake Stand will surely delight with their array of homemade cupcakes, mini cakes and wedding cakes. Owner Jody Carmichael has spent years perfecting her sweet recipes, which will surely leave you coming back for more. After her beautiful cake was featured on the May 2009 cover of Focus on the Coast, Carmichael began getting orders for her work and the business began! Cupcake flavors include Coconut, Chocolate Mint, Red Velvet and many more. She also offers fresh local bagels, coffee and tea. This is sure to become a new local favorite! Visit The Hot Pink Cake Stand at 114 N. Front St., downtown Wilmington or call 910.343.HPCS (4727) to place your order.

Water For Haiti... UNCW students Lisa Chambers and Rachel Smith, through Clean the World (CTW) organized a local water & supply fundraiser for Haiti's relief in January. In 3 days, Water For Haiti collected 750-800 cases of water, 100+ gallons & countless boxes of food & medical supplies. Over $10,000 worth of goods were collected. For more info, email Lisa at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Rachel at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Eco-Collection Systems... Eco-Collection Systems provides "Used Frying Oil" ("UFRYO") removal in and around southeastern North Carolina. By empowering community restaurants to recycle their used frying oil, ECS helps its customers dispose of their grease in an efficient, timely and environmentally friendly manner. 100% of the grease collected is processed to make alternative fuel. Eco-Collection Systems is located at 3121 N. Kerr Ave., Wilmington, NC and 9654-A N. Kings Hwy., #303, Myrtle Beach, SC. For more info, call locally at 910.791.7710, email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or log on to www.ecocollectionsystems.com

2010 Visitor Guide Photography Contest Winner... The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce announced the winner of the 2010 Pleasure Island Visitor Guide Contest as Peter Doran. Doran is a photographer whose passion for photographing nature is formed by his love and concern for the Carolina coast. He lives with his family in Kure Beach. The 2010 Pleasure Island Visitor Guide is now available in the Chamber offices. For more info, visit www.peterdoranphotography.com or call the Chamber office at 910.458.8434.

WHQR Gallery Re-opens... WHQR 91.3fm Public Radio will re-open the WHQR Gallery on April 23, located in The Warwick Building, downtown Wilmington. Art exhibits rotate every three months. WHQR will host an opening reception and two additional receptions on Fourth Friday nights.

Eye Care Associates expands... Eye Care Associates, a leading multi-site optometric practice offering comprehensive eye health care throughout the Triangle, Sandhills, Burlington and Wilmington, is proud to announce the opening of its newest practice in Wilmington's Monkey Junction area. The office, Eye Care Associates second in the Wilmington market and nineteenth overall, is located on 5611 Carolina Beach Rd., Suite E, Wilmington, adjacent to the popular Sawmill Restaurant. Eye Care Associates newest member, Dr. Gail Long, will serve as the practice's optometrist. Eye Care Associates Monkey Junction location will operate Monday-Thursday, 9am to 6pm; and Friday, 9am to 5pm. For more info, call 910.790.0212 or visit www.EyeCareAssociatesNC.com.

Blues For Haiti... On January 23, Blues For Haiti took place at The Rusty Nail Sports Bar, 1310 S. 5th St., Wilmington to raise money for Haiti relief through the local Cape Fear Chapter of the American Red Cross. The evening featured performances by the Road House Blues Band, Just Woke Up, Ten Dollar Thrill, Tommy B & the Stingers, and Michele & the Midnight Blues Band. Sound by Pete Durso of the Cape Fear Blues Society & Mike Raab organized the event. A total of $1,481.25 was raised for Blues For Haiti. Call 910.251.1888 or visit www.myspace.com/rustynailnc

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