May 28, 2010
The SeaWitch is Alive and Well
Although a fire recently damaged part of the SeaWitch's Tiki Bar, the remainder of the SeaWitch will continue to be open, serve food and be a hotspot for your favorite bands. The entertainment line up for this weekend includes Hot Water Wagon on Friday Night and Just Woke Up on Saturday Night. According to management, the Tiki Bar will be rebuilt and be even better than before.
Carolina Beach Seafood Company Grand Opening
The Carolina Beach Seafood Company is celebrating its Grand Opening this Memorial Day Weekend. Featuring fresh local seafood, come in and check out their large assortment of fresh shellfish & fish - including just caught Spanish Mackerel. You will also find an appealing assortment of beer, wine & gourmet food products.
Memorial Day Line Up at Shanty's II
Shanty's II provides you with a week full of entertainment. Friday night will be "Dance Mix" with all of your favorite "Shag" tunes featuring the Island's own DJ Mike Worley Saturday night is "Shag Night". Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. each night. Wednesday, June 2nd is Line Dancing Lessons for $5.00. Thursday night is the first session of beginning Shag lessons which is a four week session for $30. For those who wish to drop in to brush up on a step, it's only $10. Shanty's II is a private club and membership is only $10.00 for the entire year. For more information, please call Shanty's at 910-233-3266.
Holiday Weekends Mean Hot Holiday Prices at Island Colors
Island Colors is kicking off the summer with a sidewalk sale on Saturday, May 29th. Select merchandise from some of your favorite brands including Fresh Produce Sportswear will be on sale from 25-75% off. They need to make room for the new merchandise that is arriving at the store. There will be a free gift with purchase on Saturday. For more information, please call (910) 458-7736.
Southern Charm to Hold Memorial Day Sale
Southern Charm will hold their Memorial Day Sale on Saturday and Sunday, May 29th and 30th. Select jewelry and merchandise will be 20% off. Kick off the summer season looking your best. New summer sundresses just arrived as well as a new shipment of Funky Bandz! www.southerncharmnc.com
Vacation Coupons are Here
The 2010 Vacation Coupon Books from Snow's Cut Media have arrived. Along with various locations on the Island, you can pick up your copy free at the Chamber offices. Also, Mike would like to announce that the 2010 Pleasure Island Vacation Guide will be out by week's end http://www.snowscutmonthly.com/
Aryn Sneed Joins Plaza Hair Design
Anyn Sneed has joined Plaza Hair Design located at 1009 N. Lake Park Boulevard in Carolina Beach. Aryn recently moved to the beach from Gastonia, NC. She is a graduate of Carolina Academy, a Paul Mitchell Partner School. She specializes in color and loves doing the new, edgy, trendy styles. She also caters (but is not limited to) middle and high school students. She loves what her job is about and would love to have you as a client. Please contact Aryn at (910) 458-6117 or stop by Plaza Hair Design. Aryn works Tuesday-Saturday mornings to late evenings. Appointments are available and walk ins welcomed.
Chamber Events
June 4th Friday Night Kick Off
will be held at The Gazebo located on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Cape Fear Blvd FEATURING
Sea Cruz
6:00 pm to 9:00pm
Free
Saturday, June 5th
ON THE BEACH
10:30 am - 5:30 pm
"Hottest" Names in Beach Music Today:
11::00 - 12:15 The Holiday Band
12:30 - 2:00 Mark Roberts and Breeze
2:15 - 3:45 The Magnificents Band
4:00 - 5:30 The Fantastic Shakers
Tickets in Advance - $15
At the Gate - $20
Saturday Night, June 5th
SHAG CONTEST
Held at Shanty's II Beach and Blues Club
Carolina Beach
Doors Open 7:00 pm
Contest: 8:00 pm
Tickets: $5 in advance and $8 at the door
Beach Music Tickets are now on sale at Linda's Fashions, Olde Salty, Silver Dollar and the Chamber of Commerce Office.
Please call (910) 458-8434 for more information or to pre-order tickets.
Boardwalk Makeover Happening
Boardwalk Makeover to kick off the Beach Music Weekend with Live Music at the Gazebo.
Join us at the Gazebo on Cape Fear Boulevard for a preview of Saturday's Beach Music Festival.
Thursday night, starting at 6:30 p.m., Mark Roberts and Breeze will be playing you favorite Beach Music tunes.
For more on the Boardwalk Makeover, visit their website at www.boardwalkmakeover.org
Weekly Entertainment
Tuesday Night: Family Night
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday Night - Cash Bingo
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Thursday Night - Live Music
6:30 - 9:30 featuring Mark Roberts and Breeze on June 3
Jazz Under the Stars
This event kicks off June 2nd at the Carolina Beach Lake Park featuring the Jerald Shynett Quartet playing from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
HEATS UP KURE BEACH
Kure Beach, NC - The summer months are hot and so is the entertainment scheduled for the Pleasure Island Free Summer Concert Series.
On the second and fourth Friday of June, July and August, plan on bringing your blankets and lawn chairs so the whole family can boogie the night away to some of the best local and regional bands. The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce proudly brings you the 2010 Free Summer Concert Series featuring:
June 11 Mako Band (Classic Rock/Blues/Top 40)
June 25 Spare Change (Rock/Pop)
July 9 Wahl Project (Jazz)
July 23 Katelyn Marks (Country)
August 13 Jam Sandwich (Classic Rock)
August 27 Blind Lemon Pledge (Blues/Classic Rock)
Entering its ninth year, the Free Summer Concert Series brings you an evening of quality entertainment that is sure to please the entire family right down to the youngest ones. So be sure to pack a picnic and head down to the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area in Kure Beach for an evening of free family fun. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and parking is free.
For more information, please contact the Chamber at (910) 458-8434.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Big Print Block Party Art Festival 2010
On May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., come see giant 4 x 8 foot woodcuts printed with a steamroller LIVE! This year's visiting artist is Julia Morrisroe of Florida. Come and see local and regional art of many mediums. Free art projects for kids and there will be plenty of Arts and Crafts booths as well. www.capefearpress.com
6th Annual Battle for the North End Cup Volleyball Tournament
Come down to the Carolina Beach Fishing Pier on May 22nd and enjoy a day of fun in the sun and sand as our lifeguards compete for the Battle of the North End Cup. Proceeds help support your Pleasure Island Lifeguard Association. Sponsor a lifeguard team for $50 or form your own team. There will also be a Paintball Human Target Shooting and a 50/50 drawing. Applications can be picked up at The High Tide Lounge or Tangerine Caribbean Grill or call Josh Flemming at 336-830-5876.
2010 Pleasure Island Scholarship Pageant
The 2010 Pleasure Island Scholarship Pageant will be held May 22nd at 6:00 p.m., at the New Hanover County Senior Center located at 2222 South College Road in Wilmington. Advance tickets are $5.00 and admission at the door is $8. Attire for the evening is tropical! This is a fundraiser for the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce and the Federal Point Help Center. Congratulations to Wee Miss Alyson Blanton, Tiny Miss Brianna Horrell, Little Miss Ariana Beam, Junior Miss Gabrielle Mason, Teen Miss Sarah Coleman, Miss Mikenzi Rivenbark and Ms. Lyndsey Childers. For information, please contact Diane at (910) 458-5962.
Lower Cape Fear River Historic Cruise - May 23, 2010
Hope aboard the Winner Cruise Queen for this wonderful tour. This guided tour will include over 55 known historic sites from Carolina Beach Marina, through snow's Cut and down the Cape Fear River southward to the Atlantic Ocean off Bald Head Island. Refreshments will be provided along with entertainment for the return trip. Tickets are available at the Federal Point History Center next to the Carolina Beach Town Hall. Call 910-458-0502 for tickets.
Southern Charm to Hold Memorial Day Sale
Southern Charm will hold their Memorial Day Sale on Saturday and Sunday, May 29th and 30th. Select jewelry and merchandise will be 20% off. Kick off the summer season looking your best. New summer sundresses just arrived as well as a new shipment of Funky Bandz!. www.southerncharmnc.com
Vacation Coupons are Here
The 2010 Vacation Coupon Books from Snow's Cut Media have arrived. Along with various locations on the Island, you can pick up your copy free at the Chamber offices. Also, Mike would like to announce that the 2010 Pleasure Island Vacation Guide will be out en masse next week. www.snowscutmonthly.com
Chamber Events
June 4th Friday Night Kick Off
will be held at
The Gazebo located on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Cape Fear Blvd
FEATURING
Sea Cruz
6:00 pm to 9:00pm
Free
Saturday, June 5th
ON THE BEACH
10:30 am - 5:30 pm
"Hottest" Names in Beach Music Today:
11::00 - 12:15 The Holiday Band
12:30 - 2:00 Mark Roberts and Breeze
2:15 - 3:45 The Magnificents Band
4:00 - 5:30 The Fantastic Shakers
Tickets in Advance - $15
At the Gate - $20
Saturday Night, June 5th
SHAG CONTEST
Held at Shanty's II Beach and Blues Club
Carolina Beach
Doors Open 7:00 pm
Contest: 8:00 pm
Tickets: $5 in advance and $8 at the door
Beach Music Tickets are now on sale at Linda's Fashions, Olde Salty, Silver Dollar and the Chamber of Commerce Office.
Please call (910) 458-8434 for more information or to pre-order tickets.
Boardwalk Makeover Happening
Boardwalk Makeover to kick off the Beach Music Weekend with Live Music at the Gazebo.
Join us at the Gazebo on Cape Fear Boulevard for a preview of Saturday's Beach Music Festival. Starting at 6:30 p.m., Mark Roberts and Breeze will be playing you favorite Beach Music tunes.
For more on the Boardwalk Makeover, visit their website at www.boardwalkmakeover.org
Visit Our Sponsor
Summer's Coming and with it a Plethora of Free Activities Brought to you By Boardwalk Makeover, Arts and Activities Committee and the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce
The Summer Season officially kicks off next week with the start of the Boardwalk Blast, Fireworks by the Sea and the Free Movies at the Lake Series. Tuesday night at the Boardwalk enjoy "Family Night" with bouncy houses, Karaoke and much more. Wednesday night is Bingo on the Boardwalk and Jazz at the Lake. Thursday night at 6:30 p.m., is the free concert at the Gazebo featuring Mojo Collins belting out the best in blues followed by the Chamber's Fireworks by the Sea at 9:00 p.m. Friday night, the fun continues with another concert at the Gazebo, starting at 6:30 p.m., featuring Machine Gun playing the best in classic rock. Stick around because there will be another fireworks show at 9:00 p.m. for those just getting into town for the weekend.
Saturday, don't forget to swing by the Lake in Carolina Beach to pick up the freshest fruits and veggies at the Carolina Beach Farmers Market. The market runs each Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Lastly, you certainly won't want to miss the start of the Free Movies at the Lake. We are kicking off the season with the wildly popular Avatar. The movies start at dusk (around 8:45 p.m.) There will be concessions available, offering popcorn, candy, soft drinks and more at affordable prices. Also, each week the Chamber will be holding a food drive benefiting a local charity so be sure to bring a non-perishable food item with you.
This summer has so much to offer so be sure to check the calendar of events on the Chamber's website frequently at www.pleasureislandnc.org
On May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., come see giant 4 x 8 foot woodcuts printed with a steamroller LIVE! This year's visiting artist is Julia Morrisroe of Florida. Come and see local and regional art of many mediums. Free art projects for kids and there will be plenty of Arts and Crafts booths as well. www.capefearpress.com
6th Annual Battle for the North End Cup Volleyball Tournament
Come down to the Carolina Beach Fishing Pier on May 22nd and enjoy a day of fun in the sun and sand as our lifeguards compete for the Battle of the North End Cup. Proceeds help support your Pleasure Island Lifeguard Association. Sponsor a lifeguard team for $50 or form your own team. There will also be a Paintball Human Target Shooting and a 50/50 drawing. Applications can be picked up at The High Tide Lounge or Tangerine Caribbean Grill or call Josh Flemming at 336-830-5876.
2010 Pleasure Island Scholarship Pageant
The 2010 Pleasure Island Scholarship Pageant will be held May 22nd at 6:00 p.m., at the New Hanover County Senior Center located at 2222 South College Road in Wilmington. Advance tickets are $5.00 and admission at the door is $8. Attire for the evening is tropical! This is a fundraiser for the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce and the Federal Point Help Center. Congratulations to Wee Miss Alyson Blanton, Tiny Miss Brianna Horrell, Little Miss Ariana Beam, Junior Miss Gabrielle Mason, Teen Miss Sarah Coleman, Miss Mikenzi Rivenbark and Ms. Lyndsey Childers. For information, please contact Diane at (910) 458-5962.
Lower Cape Fear River Historic Cruise - May 23, 2010
Hope aboard the Winner Cruise Queen for this wonderful tour. This guided tour will include over 55 known historic sites from Carolina Beach Marina, through snow's Cut and down the Cape Fear River southward to the Atlantic Ocean off Bald Head Island. Refreshments will be provided along with entertainment for the return trip. Tickets are available at the Federal Point History Center next to the Carolina Beach Town Hall. Call 910-458-0502 for tickets.
Southern Charm to Hold Memorial Day Sale
Southern Charm will hold their Memorial Day Sale on Saturday and Sunday, May 29th and 30th. Select jewelry and merchandise will be 20% off. Kick off the summer season looking your best. New summer sundresses just arrived as well as a new shipment of Funky Bandz!. www.southerncharmnc.com
Vacation Coupons are Here
The 2010 Vacation Coupon Books from Snow's Cut Media have arrived. Along with various locations on the Island, you can pick up your copy free at the Chamber offices. Also, Mike would like to announce that the 2010 Pleasure Island Vacation Guide will be out en masse next week. www.snowscutmonthly.com
Chamber Events
June 4th Friday Night Kick Off
will be held at
The Gazebo located on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Cape Fear Blvd
FEATURING
Sea Cruz
6:00 pm to 9:00pm
Free
Saturday, June 5th
ON THE BEACH
10:30 am - 5:30 pm
"Hottest" Names in Beach Music Today:
11::00 - 12:15 The Holiday Band
12:30 - 2:00 Mark Roberts and Breeze
2:15 - 3:45 The Magnificents Band
4:00 - 5:30 The Fantastic Shakers
Tickets in Advance - $15
At the Gate - $20
Saturday Night, June 5th
SHAG CONTEST
Held at Shanty's II Beach and Blues Club
Carolina Beach
Doors Open 7:00 pm
Contest: 8:00 pm
Tickets: $5 in advance and $8 at the door
Beach Music Tickets are now on sale at Linda's Fashions, Olde Salty, Silver Dollar and the Chamber of Commerce Office.
Please call (910) 458-8434 for more information or to pre-order tickets.
Boardwalk Makeover Happening
Boardwalk Makeover to kick off the Beach Music Weekend with Live Music at the Gazebo.
Join us at the Gazebo on Cape Fear Boulevard for a preview of Saturday's Beach Music Festival. Starting at 6:30 p.m., Mark Roberts and Breeze will be playing you favorite Beach Music tunes.
For more on the Boardwalk Makeover, visit their website at www.boardwalkmakeover.org
Visit Our Sponsor
Summer's Coming and with it a Plethora of Free Activities Brought to you By Boardwalk Makeover, Arts and Activities Committee and the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce
The Summer Season officially kicks off next week with the start of the Boardwalk Blast, Fireworks by the Sea and the Free Movies at the Lake Series. Tuesday night at the Boardwalk enjoy "Family Night" with bouncy houses, Karaoke and much more. Wednesday night is Bingo on the Boardwalk and Jazz at the Lake. Thursday night at 6:30 p.m., is the free concert at the Gazebo featuring Mojo Collins belting out the best in blues followed by the Chamber's Fireworks by the Sea at 9:00 p.m. Friday night, the fun continues with another concert at the Gazebo, starting at 6:30 p.m., featuring Machine Gun playing the best in classic rock. Stick around because there will be another fireworks show at 9:00 p.m. for those just getting into town for the weekend.
Saturday, don't forget to swing by the Lake in Carolina Beach to pick up the freshest fruits and veggies at the Carolina Beach Farmers Market. The market runs each Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Lastly, you certainly won't want to miss the start of the Free Movies at the Lake. We are kicking off the season with the wildly popular Avatar. The movies start at dusk (around 8:45 p.m.) There will be concessions available, offering popcorn, candy, soft drinks and more at affordable prices. Also, each week the Chamber will be holding a food drive benefiting a local charity so be sure to bring a non-perishable food item with you.
This summer has so much to offer so be sure to check the calendar of events on the Chamber's website frequently at www.pleasureislandnc.org
Friday, May 7, 2010
First Friday of the Month Fish Fry at the American Legion – Once again the American Legion is providing you with a delicious meal at an affordable price. Today from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., while supplies last, the American Legion is offering Fresh Fried Fish, Hushpuppies, Cole Slaw, Potato Salad, Corn on the Cob, Iced Tea & Coffee for $8.00 per person. Desserts are also being sold by the Ladies of the Auxiliary starting at 5:00 p.m. The American Legion is located at 1500 Bridge Barrier Road in Carolina Beach.
American Legion to Host Charity Poker Tournament – The sixth Texas Hold-em Tournament to Benefit the New Hope Pulmonary Program at New Hanover Regional Medical Center will be held on Saturday, May 8th at the American Legion Post 129, 1500 Bridge Barrier Road. Satellites begin at 10:00 a.m. Lunch will be served around noon and the Main Tournament starts at 1:00 p.m. Players donate $85 each for a Main Tournament entry and dealer donation, a chance to win prizes and more importantly, bragging rights as one of the best players in the area. All non-expense proceeds go to the New Hope Program. For more information please call Nick at 200-4887, Joe at 322-7319 or the Post at 458-4253.
Massage Envy at Monkey Junction Offers Mother’s Day Special – Maintaining a healthy lifestyle isn’t all work, especially when you can enjoy soothing massage therapy at Massage Envy. Our professional massage therapists will customize your massage sessions to meet your specific wellness goals. We are having a Mother’s Day gift card special; where if you purchase one gift card for at least $80, you get the second gift card for the same value but half the price. Gift cards can be used towards any type of massage and they never expire. Also, ask us about our gift memberships. We are located at 5541 Carolina Beach Road, Suite 130 and can be reached at (910) 794-5252. www.massageenvy.com
Beau Rivage to Host Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch – From 10:30 – 2:00 on May 9th, Beau Rivage will be hosting their Annual Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch. Menu includes Beyond Basic Breakfast: Belgian waffles with dark maple syrup and wild berry compote, ciabatta french toast liased with dark chocolate & Grand Marnier, Strawberry glazed, goat cheese filled crepes with honey pecans and other selections. Chilled Displays and Salads include jumbo shrimp cocktail, “gravlax” citrus cured salmon, romaine wedge Caesar salad plus more selections. Hearty Lunch Selections include fried chicken & broccoli lasagna, baked ziti with pork and veal meatballs, herb roasted Australian lamb chops and much more. There will also be carving stations, soups, delectable desserts and live musical entertainment. Adults are $29.95; Seniors $24.95 and Children (4-12) are $14.95. Reservations are required so please call (910) 392-9021 Ext. 2 or 800-628-7080 Ext. 2. www.beaurivagegolf.com
Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project to Host Sea Life Art Auction and Wine Tasting – On May 16th from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m., at the Ocean Grill Restaurant, the PISTP will be hosing a Sea Life Art Auction and Wine Tasting. A portion of the proceeds will be donated back to the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital. Tickets are available at Le Soleil and United Beach Vacations and are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. This price includes a complimentary wine glass. For more information, please contact Nola at (910) 232-0318.
American Legion to Host Charity Poker Tournament – The sixth Texas Hold-em Tournament to Benefit the New Hope Pulmonary Program at New Hanover Regional Medical Center will be held on Saturday, May 8th at the American Legion Post 129, 1500 Bridge Barrier Road. Satellites begin at 10:00 a.m. Lunch will be served around noon and the Main Tournament starts at 1:00 p.m. Players donate $85 each for a Main Tournament entry and dealer donation, a chance to win prizes and more importantly, bragging rights as one of the best players in the area. All non-expense proceeds go to the New Hope Program. For more information please call Nick at 200-4887, Joe at 322-7319 or the Post at 458-4253.
Massage Envy at Monkey Junction Offers Mother’s Day Special – Maintaining a healthy lifestyle isn’t all work, especially when you can enjoy soothing massage therapy at Massage Envy. Our professional massage therapists will customize your massage sessions to meet your specific wellness goals. We are having a Mother’s Day gift card special; where if you purchase one gift card for at least $80, you get the second gift card for the same value but half the price. Gift cards can be used towards any type of massage and they never expire. Also, ask us about our gift memberships. We are located at 5541 Carolina Beach Road, Suite 130 and can be reached at (910) 794-5252. www.massageenvy.com
Beau Rivage to Host Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch – From 10:30 – 2:00 on May 9th, Beau Rivage will be hosting their Annual Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch. Menu includes Beyond Basic Breakfast: Belgian waffles with dark maple syrup and wild berry compote, ciabatta french toast liased with dark chocolate & Grand Marnier, Strawberry glazed, goat cheese filled crepes with honey pecans and other selections. Chilled Displays and Salads include jumbo shrimp cocktail, “gravlax” citrus cured salmon, romaine wedge Caesar salad plus more selections. Hearty Lunch Selections include fried chicken & broccoli lasagna, baked ziti with pork and veal meatballs, herb roasted Australian lamb chops and much more. There will also be carving stations, soups, delectable desserts and live musical entertainment. Adults are $29.95; Seniors $24.95 and Children (4-12) are $14.95. Reservations are required so please call (910) 392-9021 Ext. 2 or 800-628-7080 Ext. 2. www.beaurivagegolf.com
Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project to Host Sea Life Art Auction and Wine Tasting – On May 16th from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m., at the Ocean Grill Restaurant, the PISTP will be hosing a Sea Life Art Auction and Wine Tasting. A portion of the proceeds will be donated back to the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Hospital. Tickets are available at Le Soleil and United Beach Vacations and are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. This price includes a complimentary wine glass. For more information, please contact Nola at (910) 232-0318.
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