Katie B. Hines Senior Center to Host Yard Sale – On Saturday, June 13th from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the Katie B. Hines Senior Center, located at 308 Cape Fear Boulevard, will be hosting a yard sale. They will have lots of goodies and bargains. Any donations are tax deductible and proceeds from the yard sale will go towards operation of the Senior Center. For more information or to make a donation, please contact the Senior Center at 910-458-6609.
First Baptist Church of Carolina Beach to hold Barbeque Chicken Fundraiser – On Saturday, June 13th, head over to First Baptist Church of Carolina Beach for a good old fashioned barbeque chicken meal. They are offering Regular Plates of ¼ chicken at $6.00 for dark meat and $7.00 for white meat, or the Large Plates of ½ chicken for $9.00. Desserts will be $1.00 and the beverages will be free. For delivery after 10:30 a.m. please call 458-1712.
Port City Java Presents an Author Reading with James J. Collins – On Saturday, June 13th at 3:00 p.m., join Author James J. Collins for a reading of his new novel Nuclear Nightmare: An Espionage Thriller at Port City Java located at 1328 N. Lake Park Boulevard in The Pavilion. In this novel, retired CIA operative Jerry Paul lives a quiet life in Cape Fear, North Carolina, but is suddenly pulled out of retirement by the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center for one last mission of critical international importance. www.portcityjava.com
Rip Current Awareness– In light of the recent tragedies on Pleasure Island due to Rip Currents, Bob Lewis from The Last Resort is starting the Pleasure Island Rip Tide Awareness Campaign to educate the public on Rip Currents. Bob is challenging the local businesses to pitch in and help get enough Rip Tide Awareness Posters printed so that each business, real estate company, property rental company and individual owners of condo/beach house rentals can display and education the public on a daily basis. While our lifeguards, fire and safety rescue personnel and the police department are doing a wonderful job, we need to do our part to help educate the public immediately. Bob has volunteered to organize, collect donations for printing expenses and will also go around to the local businesses and distribute the information. If you would like to donate your time or money to this incredibly valuable campaign, please contact Bob at 599-2879 or visit him at The Last Resort at 600 N. Lake Park Boulevard. We need your help to avoid any further loss of life on our Island. www.carolinabeachbar.com
WWAY TV 3’s Cape Fear Pride Series to Focus on Pleasure Island – This July, the feature location for WWAY’s Cape Fear Pride series will b Pleasure Island. During the entire month, each Wednesday and Friday, Pleasure Island will be featured in the station’s news block from 5 to 6:30 p.m. On Friday, live news cut ins will occur during the newscast from different locations on the Island. During the month of June, representatives will be on the Island offering special low cost advertising packages to the local merchants on the Island. These packages will offer a complete marketing campaign on two televisions stations and their websites along with free production being included. If your business has not yet been approached and you are interested in being a part of this campaign, please contact Joe Tonsing at jtonsing@wwaytv3.com.
The Thalian Association Presents the Seventh Annual Southern Coastal Bluegrass Festival - The Bluegrass Festival is coming September 19th and 20th at Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area. The bands this year include A Deeper Shade of Blue, Carolina Junction, The Hagar’s Mountain Boys, Ken Scoggins & Miller’s Creek, L Shaped Lot, R.C. Harris and Blue Denim, Ted Jones & the Tarheel Boys and The Wells Family. Advance Tickets are $10.00 for each day and are available at The Thalian Association, Snow’s Cut Monthly and the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce. For more information please visit www.coastalbluegrassfestival.org.
The 4th Annual Pro/Am Silvagni Benefit Surf Contest is Coming August 1st and 2nd – Here is your chance to enter to win a custom made surfboard by Perfection Surfboards. Tickets are $1.00 each or 7 for $5.00. All proceeds benefit the Lyme Disease Foundation and Andrew Silvagni. Tickets are available at Beach Dogs located at 304 N. Lake Park Boulevard in Carolina Beach. The Drawing will be held at the end
Friday, June 12, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Beach Music Festival is Here! – Back on the Beach this year will be the 24th Annual Beach Music Festival! The festival scheduled for June 6th includes such great bands as Jim Quick and Coastline, Sammy O’Banion with Mardi Gras, Holiday Band, Craig Woolard Band and Mark Roberts and Breeze. Tickets are on sale now at the Chamber offices or through www.Etix.com Advance tickets are $10.00 and tickets at the gate will be $15.00. Also, don’t miss the 4th Annual Shag Competition the night before at Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club. Registration starts at 6:00 with the competition kicking off at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door and are available at the Chamber offices. Our thanks go to Brew Thru, our platinum sponsor.
American Legion’s Monthly Fish Fry – From 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. today, 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. The Legion Pavilion is also available for rent for wedding receptions, private parties, meetings and more. Rental includes tables, chairs, restrooms, hearing/air conditioning and an outdoor gazebo. For more information, please call (910) 458-4253.
Beach Music Weekend Kick-Off at The Last Resort – We are kicking off the Beach Music Weekend at the Last Resort Beach Bar on Friday, June 5th with "Bakatcha" a beach music and oldies band who will be playing your favorite beach music, oldies and music to dance to under the "Love Shack Cabana". Music starts at 7:00 p.m. Also starting next week on Tuesday nights will be member "Cornhole". The Last Resort is looking to sign up teams of two for an ongoing league. www.carolinabeachbar.com.
Back By Popular Demand – Jam Sandwich at Peanut’s Pub in Beau Rivage – If you missed this band the first time at Beau Rivage, don’t miss this chance. On Saturday, June 6th starting at 8:00 p.m., Jam Sandwich will be back playing all of your favorite classic rock and blues songs at Peanut’s Pub in Beau Rivage. Peanut’s Pub will also be offering drink specials and $1.00 off appetizers. For more information contact Beau Rivage at (910) 392-9021 or visit their website at www.beaurivagegolf.com.
Port City Java Presents an Author Reading with James J. Collins – On Saturday, June 13th at 3:00 p.m., join Author James J. Collins for a reading of his new novel Nuclear Nightmare: An Espionage Thriller at Port City Java located at 1328 N. Lake Park Boulevard in The Pavilion. In this novel, retired CIA operative Jerry Paul lives a quiet life in Cape Fear, North Carolina, but is suddenly pulled out of retirement by the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center for one last mission of critical international importance. www.portcityjava.com
The Thalian Association Presents the Seventh Annual Southern Coastal Bluegrass Festival - The Bluegrass Festival is coming September 19th and 20th at Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area. The bands this year include A Deeper Shade of Blue, Carolina Junction, The Hagar’s Mountain Boys, Ken Scoggins & Miller’s Creek, L Shaped Lot, R.C. Harris and Blue Denim, Ted Jones & the Tarheel Boys and The Wells Family. Advance Tickets are $10.00 for each day and are available at The Thalian Association, Snow’s Cut Monthly and the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce. For more information please visit www.coastalbluegrassfestival.org.
The 4th Annual Pro/Am Silvagni Benefit Surf Contest is Coming August 1st and 2nd – Here is your chance to enter to win a custom made surfboard by Perfection Surfboards. Tickets are $1.00 each or 7 for $5.00. All proceeds benefit the Lyme Disease Foundation and Andrew Silvagni. Tickets are available at Beach Dogs located at 304 N. Lake Park Boulevard in Carolina Beach. The Drawing will be held at the end of the Surf Contest on August 2, 2009. Watch for more details. www.SurfSchoolNC.com
American Legion’s Monthly Fish Fry – From 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. today, 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. The Legion Pavilion is also available for rent for wedding receptions, private parties, meetings and more. Rental includes tables, chairs, restrooms, hearing/air conditioning and an outdoor gazebo. For more information, please call (910) 458-4253.
Beach Music Weekend Kick-Off at The Last Resort – We are kicking off the Beach Music Weekend at the Last Resort Beach Bar on Friday, June 5th with "Bakatcha" a beach music and oldies band who will be playing your favorite beach music, oldies and music to dance to under the "Love Shack Cabana". Music starts at 7:00 p.m. Also starting next week on Tuesday nights will be member "Cornhole". The Last Resort is looking to sign up teams of two for an ongoing league. www.carolinabeachbar.com.
Back By Popular Demand – Jam Sandwich at Peanut’s Pub in Beau Rivage – If you missed this band the first time at Beau Rivage, don’t miss this chance. On Saturday, June 6th starting at 8:00 p.m., Jam Sandwich will be back playing all of your favorite classic rock and blues songs at Peanut’s Pub in Beau Rivage. Peanut’s Pub will also be offering drink specials and $1.00 off appetizers. For more information contact Beau Rivage at (910) 392-9021 or visit their website at www.beaurivagegolf.com.
Port City Java Presents an Author Reading with James J. Collins – On Saturday, June 13th at 3:00 p.m., join Author James J. Collins for a reading of his new novel Nuclear Nightmare: An Espionage Thriller at Port City Java located at 1328 N. Lake Park Boulevard in The Pavilion. In this novel, retired CIA operative Jerry Paul lives a quiet life in Cape Fear, North Carolina, but is suddenly pulled out of retirement by the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center for one last mission of critical international importance. www.portcityjava.com
The Thalian Association Presents the Seventh Annual Southern Coastal Bluegrass Festival - The Bluegrass Festival is coming September 19th and 20th at Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area. The bands this year include A Deeper Shade of Blue, Carolina Junction, The Hagar’s Mountain Boys, Ken Scoggins & Miller’s Creek, L Shaped Lot, R.C. Harris and Blue Denim, Ted Jones & the Tarheel Boys and The Wells Family. Advance Tickets are $10.00 for each day and are available at The Thalian Association, Snow’s Cut Monthly and the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce. For more information please visit www.coastalbluegrassfestival.org.
The 4th Annual Pro/Am Silvagni Benefit Surf Contest is Coming August 1st and 2nd – Here is your chance to enter to win a custom made surfboard by Perfection Surfboards. Tickets are $1.00 each or 7 for $5.00. All proceeds benefit the Lyme Disease Foundation and Andrew Silvagni. Tickets are available at Beach Dogs located at 304 N. Lake Park Boulevard in Carolina Beach. The Drawing will be held at the end of the Surf Contest on August 2, 2009. Watch for more details. www.SurfSchoolNC.com
Thursday, May 21, 2009
What Seawatch Means To Me (Re-Post)
Hi again, This is a repost of an older blog. (Thanks Stan Clinard for reading and responding to my earlier post!)
In trying to think of ways to get others to interact on this blog, I'd like for each of you who actually read this to respond to this question: My favorite thing about Seawatch is...: or I like Seawatch because...: For me, my favorite thing about Seawatch is the people. Without a doubt, our neighbors are what makes this such a great neighborhood. Whether it is our full-time neighbors, summertime neighbors or weekend neighbors, there is nothing like them. Even if Seawatch wasn't located on a gorgeous stretch of beach, with neighbors like we have, even the desert would be wonderful. Okay, how about it guys; What do you like best about Seawatch??? Joyce
In trying to think of ways to get others to interact on this blog, I'd like for each of you who actually read this to respond to this question: My favorite thing about Seawatch is...: or I like Seawatch because...: For me, my favorite thing about Seawatch is the people. Without a doubt, our neighbors are what makes this such a great neighborhood. Whether it is our full-time neighbors, summertime neighbors or weekend neighbors, there is nothing like them. Even if Seawatch wasn't located on a gorgeous stretch of beach, with neighbors like we have, even the desert would be wonderful. Okay, how about it guys; What do you like best about Seawatch??? Joyce
Kick Off To Memorial Day Weekend
KICK OFF TO MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Boardwalk Makeover Presents Boardwalk Blast Starting Tonight – The Boardwalk Makeover Organization is set to kick off the summer season with nightly activities. Tonight from 6:30 – 9:30, enjoy Mojo Collins playing on the Gazebo stage. Friday night, come out to hear Machine Gun at 6:30. They also have plenty of activities to keep you busy all week along such as Family Night on Tuesdays, Cash Bingo on Wednesdays, Shaggin’ on Friday, Kids’ Bingo on Saturday and Trop Rock DJ on Sundays. This year will be a summer to remember. For more information, visit their website at www.boardwalkmakeover.org
Carolina Beach Film and Fireworks Series Kicks Off This Friday – A sure sign that summer is coming is the start of the Chamber’s Film and Fireworks Series. The Fireworks will help ring in the start of the season this Friday night at 9:00 p.m. on the beach strand in front of the Boardwalk. (NOTE: For Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, the fireworks will take place on Friday night. Otherwise, plan to see them every Thursday at 9:00).
On Sunday night, join us at the Carolina Beach lake Park for our first movie, Bolt, playing at 8:45 p.m. Both of these wonderful events are FREE. So pack up your lawn chairs and head on down to Carolina Beach for some good ol’ family fun.
Island Colors, blow out your Flip Flop Sale – Island Colors is celebrating the start of summer with a Blow out your Flip Flop Sale, Thursday, May 21 – Monday, May 25. All women’s and men’s footwear throughout the store will be on sale from 10-70% off. They will be giving a free Margaritaville keychain or sticker with the purchase of women’s or men’s Margaritaville or Caribbean Soul Sandals, while supplies last. Please check out their 25-40% off racks, as more is being added to make room for their new Fresh Produce Sportswear that is arriving monthly. Come check out the great deals and kick off the summer in style.
2 Wine Guys Celebrates their 1 Year Anniversary – A special Congratulations goes out to Shawn Underwood and Joel Macon on the celebration of the 1 Year Anniversary of 2 Wine Guys at the Grind! Joel would like everyone to know that every Thursday night from 6:00-8:00 p.m., 2 Wine Guys at the Grind features free wine tastings. And join them every Friday and Saturday night from 8:00-10:00 p.m. for live music. For those of you know don’t know, shame on you, 2 Wine Guys is located at 308 N. Lake Park Boulevard across from the Carolina Beach Lake. Please visit their website at www.2wineguysatthegrind.com
Tuscan Grill is back with even more Specials for those Hot Summer Nights – Come in and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Tuscan Grill as they loosen the ties. Tuscan Grill would like to introduce their new tasty 10 menu items under $10. Tuscan Grill also features live music on the Patio with Sam Melvin on Thursday, Dave on Friday and Lisa and Galen on Saturday. They have also extended their hours and will be open until 11:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Please visit their website at www.tuscangrill.us
Step Up for Soldiers Children’s Fishing Day - On May 30th from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Step Up For Soldiers will be hosting a Children’s Fishing Day. All children of active duty military personnel are invited to partake in this free day of fishing. Breakfast and Lunch will be served and each child will receive a prize or gift. To register online, please go to www.stepupforsoldiers.org . For more information, please contact Tom Russell (910) 297-4981.
Beach Music is just around the Corner – On June 6th, we will be celebrating the 24th Annual Beach Music Festival! The line up for this year’s event includes, Jim Quick and Coastline, Sammy O’Banion with Mardi Gras, Holiday Band, Craig Woolard Band and Mark Roberts and Breeze. Thank you to Brew Thru – Carolina Beach as our Platinum Sponsor. Tickets are on sale now at the Chamber offices or through www.Etix.com Advance tickets are $10.00 and tickets at the gate will be $15.00. Be sure to come out Friday Night before the Beach Music Festival to Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club for the 4th Annual Shag Competition where both amateurs and novice shaggers will compete for great prizes. Registration starts at 6:00 with the competition kicking off at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door and are available at the Chamber offices.
Boardwalk Makeover Presents Boardwalk Blast Starting Tonight – The Boardwalk Makeover Organization is set to kick off the summer season with nightly activities. Tonight from 6:30 – 9:30, enjoy Mojo Collins playing on the Gazebo stage. Friday night, come out to hear Machine Gun at 6:30. They also have plenty of activities to keep you busy all week along such as Family Night on Tuesdays, Cash Bingo on Wednesdays, Shaggin’ on Friday, Kids’ Bingo on Saturday and Trop Rock DJ on Sundays. This year will be a summer to remember. For more information, visit their website at www.boardwalkmakeover.org
Carolina Beach Film and Fireworks Series Kicks Off This Friday – A sure sign that summer is coming is the start of the Chamber’s Film and Fireworks Series. The Fireworks will help ring in the start of the season this Friday night at 9:00 p.m. on the beach strand in front of the Boardwalk. (NOTE: For Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, the fireworks will take place on Friday night. Otherwise, plan to see them every Thursday at 9:00).
On Sunday night, join us at the Carolina Beach lake Park for our first movie, Bolt, playing at 8:45 p.m. Both of these wonderful events are FREE. So pack up your lawn chairs and head on down to Carolina Beach for some good ol’ family fun.
Island Colors, blow out your Flip Flop Sale – Island Colors is celebrating the start of summer with a Blow out your Flip Flop Sale, Thursday, May 21 – Monday, May 25. All women’s and men’s footwear throughout the store will be on sale from 10-70% off. They will be giving a free Margaritaville keychain or sticker with the purchase of women’s or men’s Margaritaville or Caribbean Soul Sandals, while supplies last. Please check out their 25-40% off racks, as more is being added to make room for their new Fresh Produce Sportswear that is arriving monthly. Come check out the great deals and kick off the summer in style.
2 Wine Guys Celebrates their 1 Year Anniversary – A special Congratulations goes out to Shawn Underwood and Joel Macon on the celebration of the 1 Year Anniversary of 2 Wine Guys at the Grind! Joel would like everyone to know that every Thursday night from 6:00-8:00 p.m., 2 Wine Guys at the Grind features free wine tastings. And join them every Friday and Saturday night from 8:00-10:00 p.m. for live music. For those of you know don’t know, shame on you, 2 Wine Guys is located at 308 N. Lake Park Boulevard across from the Carolina Beach Lake. Please visit their website at www.2wineguysatthegrind.com
Tuscan Grill is back with even more Specials for those Hot Summer Nights – Come in and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Tuscan Grill as they loosen the ties. Tuscan Grill would like to introduce their new tasty 10 menu items under $10. Tuscan Grill also features live music on the Patio with Sam Melvin on Thursday, Dave on Friday and Lisa and Galen on Saturday. They have also extended their hours and will be open until 11:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Please visit their website at www.tuscangrill.us
Step Up for Soldiers Children’s Fishing Day - On May 30th from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Step Up For Soldiers will be hosting a Children’s Fishing Day. All children of active duty military personnel are invited to partake in this free day of fishing. Breakfast and Lunch will be served and each child will receive a prize or gift. To register online, please go to www.stepupforsoldiers.org . For more information, please contact Tom Russell (910) 297-4981.
Beach Music is just around the Corner – On June 6th, we will be celebrating the 24th Annual Beach Music Festival! The line up for this year’s event includes, Jim Quick and Coastline, Sammy O’Banion with Mardi Gras, Holiday Band, Craig Woolard Band and Mark Roberts and Breeze. Thank you to Brew Thru – Carolina Beach as our Platinum Sponsor. Tickets are on sale now at the Chamber offices or through www.Etix.com Advance tickets are $10.00 and tickets at the gate will be $15.00. Be sure to come out Friday Night before the Beach Music Festival to Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club for the 4th Annual Shag Competition where both amateurs and novice shaggers will compete for great prizes. Registration starts at 6:00 with the competition kicking off at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door and are available at the Chamber offices.
Friday, May 15, 2009
UPCOMING EVENT REMINDER
Big Print Block Party & Art Festival – The past will meet the present as thirteen contemporary artists take on the oldest form of printmaking to make giant, 4x8 original woodcut prints right before your eyes. They’ll be using a 3 ton steamroller to provide the pressure of a printing press. This is the first event of its kind in the southeast. Visiting artists Mike Houston & Martin Mazorra of Cannonball Press in NYC who are masters of the medium, will be bringing four of their blocks to print. The event will be held May 16th on Cape Fear Boulevard by the Boardwalk from 9–4. There will be more local and regional art exhibited of various mediums and art things for the kids to do as well. Wine and cheese reception to be held at Le Soleil 4:00–7:00 p.m. Contact Jennifer Page at 458-4647 for more information. http://www.capefearpress.com/
Let’s Go Bowling at Cardinal Lanes – New Member Cardinal Lanes will be hosting a "Chamber Bowling Night" on May 20th from 5:00-7:30 p.m. Admission is $3.00 and includes Pizza and Soda. Gather your teams for an evening of fun and friendly competition. http://www.bowlcardinal.com/
Live Music at Beau Rivage – Come jam out with Jam Sandwich on Saturday May 16th at Peanuts Pub, located in the Beau Rivage Clubhouse!! Jam Sandwich features Classic/Southern rock with a blues influence.. They'll have you shakin' it no doubt!! The party starts at 8:00 and there will be drink and appetizer specials. For more information please contact (910) 392-9021. http://www.beaurivagegolf.com/
Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project to Host Wine Tasting – On Sunday, May 17th from 2-5, head on down to the Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar for a fundraising event for the Sea Turtle Project. This is their premier fundraiser and will be better than ever. Speaking of the Turtles, they are in need of volunteers for sea turtle patrolling season. The are looking for someone to rinse the Bobcats after their patrols and when they’ve cooled down. They will supply all the necessary equipment for this job and the individual will be trained by Sea Turtle volunteers. If you are interested, please contact Nancy at (910) 538-2918 or Jody at (910) 352-1765. Please visit their website at http://www.seaturtleproject.org/
Federal Point Yacht Club Seeking Donations – Ashley Mann, one of FPYC’s members is competing in the 2009 Man of the Year campaign for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. FPTC is looking for donations to raffle off and/or give as door prizes. Anyone who donates will also be invited to attend their Benefit on the 23rd. If you would like to help the Yacht Club with a donation, please contact Rachel Nicke, manager of Federal Point Yacht Club, at 458-4511.
Step Up For Soldiers Children’s Fishing Day – On May 30th from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Step Up For Soldiers will be hosting a Children’s Fishing Day. All children of active duty military personnel are invited to partake in this free day of fishing. Breakfast and Lunch will be served and each child will receive a prize or gift. To register online, please go to www.stepupforsoldiers.org. For more information, please contact Tom Russell (910) 297-4981.
Beach Music is just around the Corner – This year we will be celebrating the 24th Annual Beach Music Festival! And yes, we will be back on the beach this year. The line up for this year’s event includes, Jim Quick and Coastline, Sammy O’Banion with Mardi Gras, Holiday Band, Craig Woolard Band and Mark Roberts and Breeze. Thank you to Brew Thru – Carolina Beach as our Platinum Sponsor. Tickets are on sale now at the Chamber offices or through www.Etix.com Advance tickets are $10.00 and tickets at the gate will be $15.00. Be sure to come out Friday Night before the Beach Music Festival to Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club for the 4th Annual Shag Competition where both amateurs and novice shaggers will compete for great prizes. Registration starts at 6:00 with the competition kicking off at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door and are available at the Chamber offices.
Let’s Go Bowling at Cardinal Lanes – New Member Cardinal Lanes will be hosting a "Chamber Bowling Night" on May 20th from 5:00-7:30 p.m. Admission is $3.00 and includes Pizza and Soda. Gather your teams for an evening of fun and friendly competition. http://www.bowlcardinal.com/
Live Music at Beau Rivage – Come jam out with Jam Sandwich on Saturday May 16th at Peanuts Pub, located in the Beau Rivage Clubhouse!! Jam Sandwich features Classic/Southern rock with a blues influence.. They'll have you shakin' it no doubt!! The party starts at 8:00 and there will be drink and appetizer specials. For more information please contact (910) 392-9021. http://www.beaurivagegolf.com/
Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project to Host Wine Tasting – On Sunday, May 17th from 2-5, head on down to the Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar for a fundraising event for the Sea Turtle Project. This is their premier fundraiser and will be better than ever. Speaking of the Turtles, they are in need of volunteers for sea turtle patrolling season. The are looking for someone to rinse the Bobcats after their patrols and when they’ve cooled down. They will supply all the necessary equipment for this job and the individual will be trained by Sea Turtle volunteers. If you are interested, please contact Nancy at (910) 538-2918 or Jody at (910) 352-1765. Please visit their website at http://www.seaturtleproject.org/
Federal Point Yacht Club Seeking Donations – Ashley Mann, one of FPYC’s members is competing in the 2009 Man of the Year campaign for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. FPTC is looking for donations to raffle off and/or give as door prizes. Anyone who donates will also be invited to attend their Benefit on the 23rd. If you would like to help the Yacht Club with a donation, please contact Rachel Nicke, manager of Federal Point Yacht Club, at 458-4511.
Step Up For Soldiers Children’s Fishing Day – On May 30th from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Step Up For Soldiers will be hosting a Children’s Fishing Day. All children of active duty military personnel are invited to partake in this free day of fishing. Breakfast and Lunch will be served and each child will receive a prize or gift. To register online, please go to www.stepupforsoldiers.org. For more information, please contact Tom Russell (910) 297-4981.
Beach Music is just around the Corner – This year we will be celebrating the 24th Annual Beach Music Festival! And yes, we will be back on the beach this year. The line up for this year’s event includes, Jim Quick and Coastline, Sammy O’Banion with Mardi Gras, Holiday Band, Craig Woolard Band and Mark Roberts and Breeze. Thank you to Brew Thru – Carolina Beach as our Platinum Sponsor. Tickets are on sale now at the Chamber offices or through www.Etix.com Advance tickets are $10.00 and tickets at the gate will be $15.00. Be sure to come out Friday Night before the Beach Music Festival to Shanty’s Beach and Blues Club for the 4th Annual Shag Competition where both amateurs and novice shaggers will compete for great prizes. Registration starts at 6:00 with the competition kicking off at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door and are available at the Chamber offices.
Friday, April 17, 2009
PLEASURE ISLAND HAPPENINGS!
Start Your Saturday Off Right with Island Women – 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, Island Women will be hosting their 2nd Annual Yard & Bake Sale at 206 Fayetteville Avenue in Carolina Beach in the parking lot of Victory Beach Vacations. All proceeds are dedicated to the beautification of Pleasure Island. Be sure to stop by and pick up that unique treasure.
1st Annual Tri-4-Rye is here – On Saturday, April 18th, head down to the Hamlet Beach Access in Carolina Beach for this wonderful event benefiting the Carolina Beach Elementary School. This triathlon is a celebration of Island Life in honor Ryan McKee, life long resident of Pleasure Island who tragically lost his life last year. The triathlon consists of a 2-mile bike race, a 2-mile beach run and a 3-tier sandcastle building contest. Entry is $20 per person or $30 if you need a beach cruiser bike. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. with the race starting at 9:15. All competitors will receive a complimentary ticket to the Pleasure Island Chowder Cook Off where an award ceremony will take place at 1:00 p.m.
Is there anything better than a warm Spring Day on Pleasure Island? – Of course, if you’re at the Carolina Beach Lake sampling Chowder from some of the area’s best restaurants. But, chowder isn’t the only you’ll find at the 13th Annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cook Off. There will also be live music by Category 4 and Triple Play all day and our fabulous Kidz Zone for the youngsters. Admission is only $5 and the gates open at 11:30 a.m. Park for free at the Federal Point Shopping Center and ride the Wilmington Trolley to the lake, also for free.
Celebrate Women’s Night Out at the Clubhouse – Clean out those closets and bring the leftovers to the Clubhouse. If you can’t wear it, and it’s in GREAT conditions, bring it to the style swap. The swap will take place April 19th from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. There is a $15.00 entry fee. Bring 2 nice things, one accessory and anything you want to donate. Games will be played to see who gets what and you’ll also have a fun time just swapping. A dressing area will be provided along with wine, coffee and cheesecake. Please RSVP to (910) 264-7379.
N.C. Aquarium to Host 5K Race for the Planet Seahorse Sprint – On Sunday, April 19th, come down to the Aquarium for the 5K Race for the Planet Seahorse Sprint. Registration begins at 7:00 with the race kicking off at 8:00 a.m. The race will start at the Aquarium and take you through scenic Fort Fisher. Also, sign the little ones up for the salt marsh and crabbing expedition. There will be live music by The Casserole, Refreshments, Vendors and Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 males and females in each category.
11th Annual Shrimp Open Golf Tournament to be held April 20th – The golf tournament benefiting Cystic Fibrosis and Duke University Lung Transplant Research will be held April 20th at Echo Farms Golf Club in Wilmington. It is an 18 hole Captain’s Choice Tournament with a 10:00 a.m. shotgun start. After the tournament, a Shrimp-a-Roo will be held at Michael’s with an all-u-can-eat buffet, cash bar, auction and live entertainment. Teams will be selected by a random drawing. Golfers of ALL abilities are welcome. Prizes will be awarded to the top 2 teams, closest to the pins, longest and shortest drives. For more information, please call 458-7761.
With the arrival of Spring comes the Kure Beach Street Festival – On April 25th starting at 11:00 a.m., head on down to Kure Beach for their 3rd Annual Street Festival. There will be live music, good food, arts and crafts, plenty of dancing and a gigantic fireworks display at dusk. Some of the bands performing include The Sandy Bottom Beach Boys (bluegrass), Brunswick County Band (jazz), Diane and Tony (oldies, country, blues and more) and Shamalama (Beach, blues, Top 40 and more) The festival takes place on K Avenue in front of the Kure Beach Pier. Entrance to the festival is free.
Kure Memorial Lutheran Church Presents Kentucky Derby Day – This "Run for the Roses" event is a fundraiser for the KMLC. The Derby Day is scheduled for May 2nd from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. on the lawn at KMLC located at 117 North Third Street in Kure Beach. Come out to support the Church Council "Jockeys" as they ride their horses across the finish line. Dress Code is hats for the ladies and bowties for the men. There will be a contest for Judge’s Choice for best hat and best bowtie. Southern style food and beverages will be available. Show your support to your favorite Jockey with a minimum pledge of $2.00. For more information please contact (910) 458-5266.
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1st Annual Tri-4-Rye is here – On Saturday, April 18th, head down to the Hamlet Beach Access in Carolina Beach for this wonderful event benefiting the Carolina Beach Elementary School. This triathlon is a celebration of Island Life in honor Ryan McKee, life long resident of Pleasure Island who tragically lost his life last year. The triathlon consists of a 2-mile bike race, a 2-mile beach run and a 3-tier sandcastle building contest. Entry is $20 per person or $30 if you need a beach cruiser bike. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. with the race starting at 9:15. All competitors will receive a complimentary ticket to the Pleasure Island Chowder Cook Off where an award ceremony will take place at 1:00 p.m.
Is there anything better than a warm Spring Day on Pleasure Island? – Of course, if you’re at the Carolina Beach Lake sampling Chowder from some of the area’s best restaurants. But, chowder isn’t the only you’ll find at the 13th Annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cook Off. There will also be live music by Category 4 and Triple Play all day and our fabulous Kidz Zone for the youngsters. Admission is only $5 and the gates open at 11:30 a.m. Park for free at the Federal Point Shopping Center and ride the Wilmington Trolley to the lake, also for free.
Celebrate Women’s Night Out at the Clubhouse – Clean out those closets and bring the leftovers to the Clubhouse. If you can’t wear it, and it’s in GREAT conditions, bring it to the style swap. The swap will take place April 19th from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. There is a $15.00 entry fee. Bring 2 nice things, one accessory and anything you want to donate. Games will be played to see who gets what and you’ll also have a fun time just swapping. A dressing area will be provided along with wine, coffee and cheesecake. Please RSVP to (910) 264-7379.
N.C. Aquarium to Host 5K Race for the Planet Seahorse Sprint – On Sunday, April 19th, come down to the Aquarium for the 5K Race for the Planet Seahorse Sprint. Registration begins at 7:00 with the race kicking off at 8:00 a.m. The race will start at the Aquarium and take you through scenic Fort Fisher. Also, sign the little ones up for the salt marsh and crabbing expedition. There will be live music by The Casserole, Refreshments, Vendors and Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 males and females in each category.
11th Annual Shrimp Open Golf Tournament to be held April 20th – The golf tournament benefiting Cystic Fibrosis and Duke University Lung Transplant Research will be held April 20th at Echo Farms Golf Club in Wilmington. It is an 18 hole Captain’s Choice Tournament with a 10:00 a.m. shotgun start. After the tournament, a Shrimp-a-Roo will be held at Michael’s with an all-u-can-eat buffet, cash bar, auction and live entertainment. Teams will be selected by a random drawing. Golfers of ALL abilities are welcome. Prizes will be awarded to the top 2 teams, closest to the pins, longest and shortest drives. For more information, please call 458-7761.
With the arrival of Spring comes the Kure Beach Street Festival – On April 25th starting at 11:00 a.m., head on down to Kure Beach for their 3rd Annual Street Festival. There will be live music, good food, arts and crafts, plenty of dancing and a gigantic fireworks display at dusk. Some of the bands performing include The Sandy Bottom Beach Boys (bluegrass), Brunswick County Band (jazz), Diane and Tony (oldies, country, blues and more) and Shamalama (Beach, blues, Top 40 and more) The festival takes place on K Avenue in front of the Kure Beach Pier. Entrance to the festival is free.
Kure Memorial Lutheran Church Presents Kentucky Derby Day – This "Run for the Roses" event is a fundraiser for the KMLC. The Derby Day is scheduled for May 2nd from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. on the lawn at KMLC located at 117 North Third Street in Kure Beach. Come out to support the Church Council "Jockeys" as they ride their horses across the finish line. Dress Code is hats for the ladies and bowties for the men. There will be a contest for Judge’s Choice for best hat and best bowtie. Southern style food and beverages will be available. Show your support to your favorite Jockey with a minimum pledge of $2.00. For more information please contact (910) 458-5266.
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Friday, April 3, 2009
UPCOMING EVENT REMINDER
American Legion’s Monthly Fish Fry – From 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. today, 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. The Legion Pavilion is also available for rent for wedding receptions, private parties, meetings and more. Rental includes tables, chairs, restrooms, hearing/air conditioning and an outdoor gazebo. For more information, please call (910) 458-4253.
Katie B. Hines Senior Center Breakfast – Be sure to come by the Senior Center on Saturday, April 4th for their monthly pancake breakfast. Starting at 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., the Center is offering Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Fruit, Coffee or Tea and Juice. Adult prices are $6.00; children over 8 are $4.00 and children under 8 are free. Take outs are welcome. The Senior Center is located at 308 Cape Fear Boulevard. For more information call (910) 458-6609.
The Azalea Festival Variety Show is here – Member Hal Smith of Wachovia Securities is co-chairing this event and would like everyone to come out for the show. The event is Saturday, April 4th, from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Six bands will be performing along with 4 soloists and a comedian. The event will be held at the Legion Field complex on Carolina Beach Road. Adult beverages and food will be available for purchase (so please leave your coolers at home) and admission to the event is FREE. For more information, visit their website at www.ncazaleafestival.org.
Tuscan Grill offers more sumptuous dinner specials – For the week of April 2nd through April 9th, Tuscan Grill will be offering Fresh Grouper with Chambord Peach Cream Sauce, risotto and a side item for $23.95; Seafood Pasta Fettuccine with Rosé Cream Sauce, Shrimp and Crab for $21.95; Flat Iron Steak served with Gorgonzola Spinach Cream Sauce and two sides; Tuscan’s Braised Pork Shank with Roasted Potatoes and side for $20.95 and Tuscan’s Sicilian Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes for $9.95. Reservations are recommended so call today at (910) 458-4745 or visit their website at www.tuscangrill.us
March may be over but the Madness Continues at the Black•Horn – Come out to the Black•Horn on Monday, April 6th to watch the NCAA Final Four Tournament. They will be offering a FREE Game Buffet, $2.00 Drafts, $3.00 Shooters and $4.00 Well Drinks. Black•Horn is located at 15 Carolina Beach Ave. North on the Boardwalk. For more information, please contact (910) 458-5255 or visit their website at www.blackhornbarandkitchen.com.
The Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-Off is only Two Weeks Away – Be sure to come out to the Carolina Beach Lake Park on Saturday, April 18th to watch some of the best chefs in the County compete for the title of Best Chowder and Judge’s Favorite. The Chowder Cook-Off is an annual event full of live music, fun for the kids and, of course, great food. Admission is only $5.00 for adults and children under 12 are free. Competing this year will be Jack Mackerel’s Island Grill, Harbor Master Restaurant, Michael’s Seafood Restaurant, Olde Salty’s, Seaside Grill – Courtyard Marriott, Tangerine Caribbean Grill, O’Charley’s and RuckerJohn’s. For more information contact the chamber at (910) 458-8434 or visit our website listed below.
The 9th Annual Touch of Class Charity Auction is Coming May 8th! – As summer approaches so does the Charity Auction. This year will be the 9th year for this fabulous event held at the Courtyard Marriott in Carolina Beach. The beneficiary for this year’s auction will be the Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center. Highlights of this year include a Hot Air Balloon Adventure, a Napa Valley Wine Country Experience, Fighter Pilot For-a-Day Adventure and much, much more. Tickets are $35.00 per person and are available at the Chamber offices. Reservations for tables of ten are also being taken so be sure to reserve your space now by calling (910) 458-8434.
Katie B. Hines Senior Center Breakfast – Be sure to come by the Senior Center on Saturday, April 4th for their monthly pancake breakfast. Starting at 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., the Center is offering Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Fruit, Coffee or Tea and Juice. Adult prices are $6.00; children over 8 are $4.00 and children under 8 are free. Take outs are welcome. The Senior Center is located at 308 Cape Fear Boulevard. For more information call (910) 458-6609.
The Azalea Festival Variety Show is here – Member Hal Smith of Wachovia Securities is co-chairing this event and would like everyone to come out for the show. The event is Saturday, April 4th, from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Six bands will be performing along with 4 soloists and a comedian. The event will be held at the Legion Field complex on Carolina Beach Road. Adult beverages and food will be available for purchase (so please leave your coolers at home) and admission to the event is FREE. For more information, visit their website at www.ncazaleafestival.org.
Tuscan Grill offers more sumptuous dinner specials – For the week of April 2nd through April 9th, Tuscan Grill will be offering Fresh Grouper with Chambord Peach Cream Sauce, risotto and a side item for $23.95; Seafood Pasta Fettuccine with Rosé Cream Sauce, Shrimp and Crab for $21.95; Flat Iron Steak served with Gorgonzola Spinach Cream Sauce and two sides; Tuscan’s Braised Pork Shank with Roasted Potatoes and side for $20.95 and Tuscan’s Sicilian Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes for $9.95. Reservations are recommended so call today at (910) 458-4745 or visit their website at www.tuscangrill.us
March may be over but the Madness Continues at the Black•Horn – Come out to the Black•Horn on Monday, April 6th to watch the NCAA Final Four Tournament. They will be offering a FREE Game Buffet, $2.00 Drafts, $3.00 Shooters and $4.00 Well Drinks. Black•Horn is located at 15 Carolina Beach Ave. North on the Boardwalk. For more information, please contact (910) 458-5255 or visit their website at www.blackhornbarandkitchen.com.
The Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-Off is only Two Weeks Away – Be sure to come out to the Carolina Beach Lake Park on Saturday, April 18th to watch some of the best chefs in the County compete for the title of Best Chowder and Judge’s Favorite. The Chowder Cook-Off is an annual event full of live music, fun for the kids and, of course, great food. Admission is only $5.00 for adults and children under 12 are free. Competing this year will be Jack Mackerel’s Island Grill, Harbor Master Restaurant, Michael’s Seafood Restaurant, Olde Salty’s, Seaside Grill – Courtyard Marriott, Tangerine Caribbean Grill, O’Charley’s and RuckerJohn’s. For more information contact the chamber at (910) 458-8434 or visit our website listed below.
The 9th Annual Touch of Class Charity Auction is Coming May 8th! – As summer approaches so does the Charity Auction. This year will be the 9th year for this fabulous event held at the Courtyard Marriott in Carolina Beach. The beneficiary for this year’s auction will be the Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center. Highlights of this year include a Hot Air Balloon Adventure, a Napa Valley Wine Country Experience, Fighter Pilot For-a-Day Adventure and much, much more. Tickets are $35.00 per person and are available at the Chamber offices. Reservations for tables of ten are also being taken so be sure to reserve your space now by calling (910) 458-8434.
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