Weekly Event Reminder

American Legion’s Monthly Fish Fry – From 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. tomorrow, the American Legion Pleasure Island Post 129 is offering Fresh Fried Fish, Cole Slaw, Corn on the Cob, Hush Puppies, Potato Salad, Iced Tea and Coffee all for $8.00 per person. The American Legion Post is located at 1500 Bridge Barrier Road so swing on by for your plate now. For more information, please call (910) 458-4253.

Celebrate the Fourth of July all week long at Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club – Shanty’s has an entire week of festivities planned for the Island. On Thursday, come out and enjoy the Fantastic Shakers from 8:00-12:00; Friday it’s Sea Cruz with Deejay Steve Carter from 7:00-12:00; Saturday it’s Deejay Steve Harter from High Rock Lake, Lexington, NC and Sunday from 5:00-9:00 it’s the Tam’s with 14kt gold. Cover for all bands (except the Tam’s) will be $5.00. For the Tam’s show it’s $15.00 a single and $25.00 for couples. For more information call 599-3366.

Come Out and Support the Pleasure Island Lifeguard Association – On Friday, July 3rd, at 6:00 p.m., come down behind the Gazebo at the Boardwalk for a Shrimp-a-Roo hosted by the Pleasure Island Lifeguard Association. This yearly event features fabulous shrimp donated by Blackburn Brothers Seafood, hush puppies and slaw donated by Michael’s Seafood Restaurant and Bowman’s Seafood. Donations are accepted for plates of food. Come out and show your support for this vital organization.

Island Colors to Hold 4th of July Sidewalk Sale – Island Colors will host their first sidewalk sale. The sale will include discounts from 25-50% off retail prices on select Fresh Produce, Sandalz and Jimmy Buffett’s Caribbean Soul flip-flops and sandals, Sunburn men’s tees, Calypso Studios Sea Glass, Baked Beads jewelry and much more. The sale will run from 10 AM – 7 PM. The sidewalk sale may be moved inside depending on weather (too hot or that "r" word). Happy 4th of July. (910) 458-7736.

The North Carolina Aquarium to be open on 4th of July – The Aquarium will be open its regular hours on Saturday, July 4th from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Come in and cool off while you tour their exhibits, including Luna, an albino American alligator. Programs are offered every 30 minutes and range from dive shows at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., feedings at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., films, animal encounters and more. For more information please visit www.ncaquariums.com

Celebrate the 4th of July with the Winner Party Boat - Get the best view of the spectacular Southport Fireworks Show. Dinner will be served while cruising along the Cape Fear River. On the return trip, you can dance the night away under the stars while sipping your favorite cocktails. The menu includes Barbequed Baby Back Ribs, Honey Bakes Beans, Macaroni Salad, Cole Slaw, Hot Garlic Rolls, Dessert and Iced Tea (with dinner). Tickets are $50.00 for adults and $35.00 for children 12 years and under. The boat will start boarding at the Carolina Beach Marina at 6:30 p.m. For tickets please call (910) 458-5356.

Party by the Pool at Beau Rivage – On Saturday, July 11th, from 8:00-12:00 bring your bathing suit and head on down to Beau Rivage’s poolside Tiki Bar for live music with Jam Sandwich. There will be no cover, a full bar and it is open to the public. Beau Rivage is located at 649 Rivage Promenade, just over the bridge in Wilmington. For more information visit www.beaurivagegolf.com

Coastal K-9 Bakery Announces its 1st Annual "How Does Your Dog Sleep?" Contest – Take a photo of your pet in his or her favorite sleeping position and bring it to the shop or email it to Jackie@coastalk9bakery.com. Deadline is Saturday, August 8, 2009 and winners will be announced during Yappy Hour on Saturday, August 15th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Contest features celebrity judges and gifts will include treats, pet related services and pet owner gifts.