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Calendar of Events

September 26, 2003 - 11:00 AM
Grand Opening - Live Oak Nutrition
Personalized service. Large selection of vitamins, herbs, homeopathic remedies, low-carb products, natural cereals and grains, sports nutrition, moisturizing herbal body products, and wide assortment of natural beauty products.
114 E. Nash Street Southport, NC 28461
910/457-0550
Sponsored by: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

September 27, 2003 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Brunswick Electric Membership Annual Meeting
64th Annual Membership Meeting. Registration 8am-10:30 am. Also from 8am-10:30am Auction, crafts, entertainment, free sausage dogs, baked goods, health clinic. Business Meeting - 10:30am. BEMC Active members only.
BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium Hwy. 17, Supply
Contact: Glenda Stanaland
910/457-9808

September 27, 2003 - 7:30 AM
No Octane Regatta
Three fun filled events! 3.9 mile kayak race. Poker Chase (kayak/canoe and bicycle event). Wooden Boat Show. Registration begins at 7:30am at The Adventure Company, 807-A Howe Street, Southport.
Contact: Emma Thomas
910/454-0607
Admission/Fees: $20 by 8/20/03 - $25 after
Sponsored by: Cape Fear Yacht Club, Southport Sail & Power Squadron, The Adventure Company & Southport Parks & Recreation Department.

October 1, 2003 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Keys to Starting a Successful Business
Will look at all the steps required to get your small business off and running. Presenter: Dr. George Sappenfield, Pitt Community College.
Brunswick Community College Main Campus, Supply
Contact: John Horton
BCC Small Business Center
910/253-3088
Admission/Fees: Pre-registration Required. Free.

October 2 - 4, 2003 - 10:00 AM
25th Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament
Over $100,000 in prizes. Guaranteed Prize structure. Entertainment, Fish Fry, Fishing Tournament. Fee Charged to enter. Spectators Free. Fee For Fish Fry.
Southport Marina
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
800-457-6964

October 4 - 11, 2003
Cycle North Carolina
The state's only full-service, recreational bicycle tour that travels from the 'Mountains to the Coast', will embark on its annual cross-state ride on October 4th in Boone and arrive in Oak Island on October 11th. Up to 1,200 bicyclists are expected to participate in the fifth annual event.
October 11th -Middleton Park, Oak Island
Contact: Kristen Rice
NC Amateur Sports Cycle North Carolina www.ncsports.org
800/277-8763
Admission/Fees: Various Registration Fees Available
Hosted by NC Amateur Sports

October 7, 2003 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
I've Got a Great Business Idea
Now Tell Me where I Can Get the Money to Get Started. Solid ideas about how to go about finding the funding you need. Presenter: Stephen J. Lynch
Brunswick Community College Main Campus, Supply
Contact: John Horton
BCC Small Business Center
910/253-3088
Admission/Fees: Pre-registration Required. Free.

October 8, 2003 - 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Brunswick County Storm & Wastewater Symposium
Cosponsored by BC Environmental Health and the BC Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service will feature vendors of the newest storm and wastewater products and the local people who design, install, and regulate these systems.
Brunswick County Training Center Cooperative Extension Service Building N in BC Government Complex Bolivia, NC
Contact: Al Hight
910/253-2610
Admission/Fees: Free

October 9, 2003 - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Business After Hours - Totally You Day Spa
Networking is key to business expansion. Business After Hours offers business owners and managers the opportunity to expand their networks in a social atmosphere. Refreshments. Door Prizes. Free Chair Massages.
Totally You Day Spa & Hair Salon 4805-B Southport-Supply Road Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free-RSVP by October 2nd
Refreshments in part sponsored by Jackson Beverage

October 9, 2003 - 2:00 PM
Grand Opening - The Source
Applicance & Hardware, flooring & design, custom countertops, lighting, plumbing, insulation, energy systems, window coverings and more all under one roof.
The Source Home Design Center 4787 Long Beach Road Southport, NC 28461
910/454-4193
Sponsored by: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

October 11, 2003 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Celebration Oak Island
Children games, family entertainment, food and community organization informational booths.
Middleton Park, Oak Island
Contact: Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department
4601 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, NC 28465
910-278-5518
Admission/Fees: Free

October 11, 2003 - 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Street of Shops Bazaar
Outstanding crafts, baked goods, speciality items and holiday gifts. Sponsored by: Sacred Heart Women's Guilde & Churchwomen of St. Philip's Episcopal Church
Sacret Heart Catholic Church Intersection of Rt. 211 & Rt. 133 Southport, NC
Contact: Marge Leuschner
910/253-9010

October 13 - 25, 2003
Brunswick Arts Council Show & Sale
Co-Sponsored by the Associated Artists of Southport, the Oak Island Art Guild & the Waterway Art Association.
Franklin Square Gallery 130 East West Street Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Victor Gerloven
910/371-1795

October 14, 2003 - 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
NC Wage & Youth Employment Laws
Hiring Seasonal Help? Get the Facts. Payment of Minimum Wage. Overtime. Child Labor or Youth Employment Rules. What is Paid Time? When Do I pay Overtime? What are Exempt Employees?
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center 4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free. Registration Required
Sponsored by: NC Department of Labor & Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

October 14, 2003 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Perfect Workday Seminar
Working more effectively with the people around you and setting and meeting your priorities help you move toward a more balanced life. Presenter: Mike Collins, President, The Perfect Workday Company.
Brunswick Community College Main Campus, Supply
Contact: John Horton
BCC Small Business Center
910/253-3088
Admission/Fees: Pre-registration Required. Free.

October 15, 2003 - 10:00 AM
Mike Mulligan & His Steam Shovel
Playwright Eric lane Barnes adapted Mike Mulligan & His Steam Shovel from Virginia Lee Burton's classic story of the same title. It is a story of the power of friendship and loyalty as two friends overcome the problem of growing outdated in a world of new technology.
Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium Hwy. 17 Supply, NC 28462
P.O. Box 30 Supply, NC 28462
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: Adults-$6, Children-$4

October 16, 2003 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Microenterprise Loan Program Orientation
Program designed to highlight an alternative funding source for small business entrepreneur to meet the needs of small business start-up. Presenter: Althea McAllister, Microenterprise Loan Agent
BCC Southport Center 705 N. Lord Street Southport, NC
Contact: John Horton
BCC Small Business Center
910/253-3088
Admission/Fees: Pre-registration Required. Free.

October 17 - 26, 2003
North Carolina State Fair
State Fair Grounds-Raleigh,NC
919/733-2145

October 18, 2003 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Captain Charlie's Kid's Fishing Tournament
16 years of age & under only. Free t-shirt & food to 1st 100 children. Bring one fishing rod & bait. Co-Sponsored by: Southport Parks & Recreation & Southport Lions Club. DUE TO PIER CONSTRUCTION THIS EVENT WAS MOVED TO 10/18 FROM ITS ORIGINAL DATE DURING THE U.S. OPEN KING MACKEREL TOURNAMENT.
Southport Waterfront
Contact: Southport Parks & Recreation Department
201 E. Moore Street, Southport
910-457-7945
Admission/Fees: Free

October 18, 2003 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Silver Coast Winery's Oktoberfest
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle, NC 28469
Contact: Susan
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: $5. Children under 12 free
2004 Dates- 10/16/2004

October 20, 2003 - 8:00 PM
The Swingle Singers
A capella...eight talented young vocalists combine organ fugues, orchestral overtures, and jazz favorites in toe-tapping, breath-taking, unique performances. They swing through original arrangements of pop hits, movie themes and folk tunes, during colorful choreographed and dynamic concerts.
Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium Old Hwy. 17 Supply, NC 28462
P.O. Box 30 Supply, NC 28462
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: Adults- $25, Children-$10

October 21, 2003 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Spreading the Good News of Your New Business
Tried and tested methods of promoting your business/service at reasonable cost. The more you communicate with your target audience, the more likely you are to "make the sale". Presenter: Dr. George Sappenfield, Pitt Community College
Brunswick Community College Main Campus, Supply
Contact: John Horton
BCC Small Business Center
910/253-3088
Admission/Fees: Pre-registration Required. Free.

October 25, 2003 - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Brunswick Town State Historic Site Colonial Day
Local volunteers dressed in 18th century costume will interpret different aspects of colonial life. The demonstration stops include: Basketry, Candle Making, Butterchurning, Stenciling, Stocks and Pillory/Crime and Punishment, Lifestyle, Native American Indians, Toys and games.
Brunswick Town State Historic Site 8884 St. Philips Road, SE Winnabow, NC 28479
Contact: Brenda Marshburn
910/371-6613
Admission/Fees: Free
Sponsored by: Brunswick Town State Historic Site, the Friends of Brunswick Town and many dedicated volunteers.

October 25, 2003 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
BSL VFD Community Days
Community organizations will be on display during the Boiling Spring Lakes Volunteer Fire Department's Community Days.
@ Fire Department - Hwy. 87, Boiling Spring Lakes
Contact: Connie Propst
910/845-6000
Admission/Fees: Free

October 25, 2003 - 8:00 AM
Mayor's Cup Golf Tournament
4-person captain's choice team golf tournament to benefit the Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center & Park.
The Lakes Country Club Boiling Spring Lakes, NC
Contact: Mary Stillwell or Bruce Pennington
910/845-2762-Mary or 910/845-2050-Bruce
Admission/Fees: $35 per person includes lunch

October 28, 2003 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Writing Your Guide To Success: The Business Plan
A solid business plan is essential if you expect to enjoy business success in your operation. Presenter: Harry Overby, President, Business Visions Unlimited.
Brunswick Community College Main Campus, Supply
Contact: John Horton
BCC Small Business Center
910/253-3088
Admission/Fees: Pre-registration Required. Free.

October 30, 2003 - 7:30 PM
Oak Island Community Watch
Topic: Safety and Self Defense for Women. Detective Moore of the Wilmington Police Department.
Oak Island Recreation Center
Contact: Charles Blalock or Fred Tupper
Oak Island Police Department
910/278-5595 or 910/278-9249
Admission/Fees: Free-Public Welcome

November 1, 2003
19th Annual Maritime Classic Road Race
5K run
Bald Head Island
P.O. Box 3069 Bald Head Island, NC 28461
910/457-7381
Admission/Fees: Call For Fees

November 1, 2003
Dixon Chapel Oyster Roast
Varnamtown
Contact: Carson Varnam
910/842-6425
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged

November 1, 2003 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Holly Days
Arts & Crafts Fair.
Southport Gym Atlantic Ave., Southport
Contact: Kathy Holbrook
P.O. Box 10009 Southport, NC 28461
910/278-3134
Admission/Fees: Free
Sponsored by: Southport Baptist Church Women's Group - Bellamy Group

November 4, 2003
General Elections
Please remember to vote!

November 7, 2003 - 8:00 PM
Down Home with the Carolina Pops
A North Carolina original, celebrating 70 years of NC music starring: David Holt, Jim & Katharine Mathus from The Squirrel Nut Zippers, The North Carolina Youth Tap Ensemble. Down Home with the Carolina Pops will portray the rich heritage of NC's indigenous music and artists.
Brunwick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium Old Hwy. 17 Supply, NC 28462
P.O. Box 30 Supply, NC 28462
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: Adult-$25, Children-$10

November 8, 2003 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Business & Health Expo
Brunswick County Airport 4019 Long Beach Road Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Show Sponsors: Dosher Memorial Hospital & Star News

November 11, 2003 - 8:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Motivating and Training Hourly Workers
Looking for ways to inspire your workforce to higher levels of productivity? Presenter: Mike Collins, President, The Perfect Workday Company.
Brunswick Community College Maing Campus, Supply
Contact: John Horton
BCC Small Business Center
910/253-3088
Admission/Fees: Pre-registration Required. Free.
Light breakfast compliments of BCC SBC

November 15, 2003 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Silver Coast Winery's Festa Italia
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle, NC 28469
Contact: Susan
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: $5. Children 12 & under free
2004 Dates: November 13th

November 18, 2003 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Maintaining Good Business Records Seminar
Good records and record keeping are good indicators for an efficient, well-run operation. Presenter: Phyllis McKoy.
Brunswick Community College Main Campus, Supply
Contact: John Horton
BCC Small Business Center
910/253-3088
Admission/Fees: Pre-registration Required. Free.

November 20, 2003 - 2:00 PM
Grand Opening - Personalizit!
A gift store and more!
1669 N. Howe Street, Unit B Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Jeff Howard
910/457-5117
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

November 20, 2003 - 7:30 PM
Oak Island Community Watch
Topic: Identity Theft, Telemarketing Fraud, White Collar Crime and Safety tips for Seniors. Charles K. Blalock, Community Resource Officer, Town of Oak Island Police Department
Oak Island Recreation Center
Contact: Charles Blalock or Fred Tupper
Oak Island Police Department
910/278-5595 or 910/278-9249
Admission/Fees: Free-Public Welcome

November 27, 2003
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Chamber Office Closed 11/27, 11/28, 11/29, 11/30

December 5 - 18, 2003
Christmas By The Sea Festival
Home tours, entertainment, parade, concerts, flotilla, and more. Visit festival website for complete details. www.christmasbysea.com
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4841 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964 or 800/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Admission Fees Vary. Some events are free.

December 5 - 18, 2003
Christmas By The Sea Festival
FOR COMPLETE DETAILS GO TO THE FESTIVAL WEBSITE AT WWW.CHRISTMASBYSEA.COM (We are not able to link from the calendar)
Southport-Oak Island
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4841 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964 or 800/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Fees Vary
December 5th-Oak Island Tree Lighting. December ?? -SeaNotes Choral Society Concert. December 5th-31st -Oak Island Lighted Trail. December 6th - Festival Parade -3pm Oak Island. December 7th -Oak Island Tour of Homes. December ?? -SeaNotes Choral Society Concert. December 9th -Santa's Arrival in Southport. December ?? - Hayride with Santa -Oak Island. December ?? - Santa Calling Program. December 13th -Southport Merchant Open House. December 13th -Waterfront Music & Entertainment. December 13th -Southport Home Tour. December 13th -Santa's Workshop. December 13th -Used Book Sale. December 13th -Southport Holiday House. December ?? - Brunswick Concert Band Concert. December ?? - Santa Calling Program. December ?? - Animated Trail. December ?? - A Christmas Story.

December 13, 2003
Leland Christmas Festival & Parade
Parade begins at 10am. 2nd Saturday of December every year.
Hwy. 133, Leland
Contact: Donna Greenwood
Unity Group P.O. Box 249 Leland, NC 28451
910/371-0784
Admission/Fees: Free
President: John Crowder-910/371-9921. Vice President: Elgie Jones-910/371-3956. Meetings 2nd Thursday of the month @ 7pm at Leland Volunteer Fire & Rescue Dept. on Village Road.

December 20, 2003 - 8:00 PM
Zat You, Santa Claus
It's never a blue Christmas with Banu Gibson on stage! Mixing Christmas favorites with rare gems, jazz singer Banu Gibson and her band shows they know how to come up with a holiday melange of music. Gibson and her six-piece band will set the tone for the evening with the rollicking Dixieland feel of Christmas time in New Orleans.
Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium Old Hwy. 17 Supply, NC 28462
P.O. Box 30 Supply, NC 28462
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: Adults-$25, Children-$10

December 25, 2003
Merry Christmas
Chamber Office Closed 12/25, 12/26

January 10, 2004 - 8:00 PM
Jon England Velvet Piano
Mirroring Mozart's now infamous Royal critique of "...Too many notes!", Jon England's first review in 1984 attracted the more generously humorous footnote of "...never plays one note, where twelve will do!" As you'll discover whilst being bathed in the most beautiful romantic and scintillating performance to be enjoyed at the piano in many moons, the breathtaking clarity of Jon's joyous technique wil definitely leave you wanting "more", not less. Share in the uniquely enjoyable glow of this wonderful talent.
Brunswick Community College Odel Williamson Auditorium Hwy. 17 Supply, NC 28462
P.O. Box 30 Supply, NC 28462
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: Adult-$25, Children-$10

January 17 - 17, 2004
The Ultimate Wine Glass Competition & Toast
Artists will display their finest creations and compete for best in show. Purchas a glass and we will toast to the New Year. Prizes for the most creative toast.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
910/287-2800

January 23, 2004 - 8:00 PM
Titanic The Musical
Depiction of the twentieth century's most legendary tale of romance, adventure, greed and ambition told live on stage. Titanic is a joyous, breathtaking and often heartbreaking Broadway musical that dramatically captures the series of events that occurred during the ship's historic voyage in 1912.
Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium Hwy. 17 Supply, NC 28462
P.O. Box 30 Supply, NC 28462
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: Adult-$25, Children-$10

February 13, 2004 - 8:00 PM
Mancini at the Movies
A multi-media tribute to Academy Award Winning composer Henry Mancini, featuring Henry Mancini's daughter, vocalist Monica Mancini, singing many of her father's hits. The program includes clips from some of Mancini's greatest movies plus rare behind-the-scenes video, as well as Mancini's award-winning instrumental music performed by the Henry Mancini Institute Alumni Orchestra.
Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium Hwy. 17 Supply, NC 28462
P.O. Box 30 Supply, NC 28462
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: Adults- $25, Children-$10

February 14, 2004 - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Fort Anderson Living History Civil War Program
Guest Speaker.Small Arms Demonstrations. Artillery Firing. Civilian Interpretations. Guided Tours.
Hwy. 133 N. of Southport next to Orton Plantation Gardens
Contact: Brunswick Town State Historic Site
8884 St. Phillips Road, SE, Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 371-6613
Admission/Fees: Free

February 14 - 14, 2004
Sweet Heart Dance
Bring your sweet heart and dance the night away in the barrel room at Silver Coast Winery.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: Reservations Required

March 1 - 29, 2004 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Spring Art Show
Judged art show and sale
Franklin Square Art Gallery
Contact: Associated Artists of Southport
P.O. Box 10035, Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-5450
Admission/Fees: Free

March 6, 2004 - 9:00 AM
Southport-Oak Island Area Golf Classic
Shotgun Start. 4-person Captain's Choice. Numerous door prizes & prizes for closest to the pin, longest drive and most accurate drive. Cash Prizes - Two Flights- 1st Place-$400; 2nd Place-$200; 3rd Place-$160 & Women's Flight - 1st Place-$300; 2nd Place-$150; 3rd Place -$100. The entry fee includes cart, green fee, special gift, breakfast biscuit, coffee, hospitality cart and lunch. Zachary's American Grill will furnish micro brew and lunch. Jackson Beverage, proud distributors of Budweiser, Bud Light and Natural Light, will provide beverages.
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: $60 per person prior to 2/1. $65 per person after
Proceeds benefit Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

March 20 - 20, 2004 - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Blue Grass Festival
Annual Blue Grass & barbeque festival. Two stages, music, hog calling, corn eating competition and lots of country fun.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: $5. Children twelve & under free

March 23, 2004 - 8:00 PM
A Streetcar Named Desire
Montana Repetory Theatre is back with Tennessee Williams' American classic. The battle between Stanley and Blanche has been going on for some time; it lives within us.
Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium Hwy. 17 Supply, NC 28462
P.O. Box 30 Supply, NC 28462
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: Adults-$25, Children-$10

April 1, 2004 - 5:30 PM
Hands Need Hands Celebration Dinner
Sponsored by Communities In Schools of Brunswick County and Brunswick County Schools
Carolina Ballroom Sea Trail Resort & Conference Center Sunset Beach, NC
P.O. Box 10087 Southport, NC 28461
910/457-3494
Admission/Fees: Guests $10

April 1 - 4, 2004
North Carolina Azalea Festival
Wilmington, NC
910/794-4650

April 9 - 10, 2004 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Southport Spring Festival & Azalea Sale
April 9th- Arts/Crafts,entertainment. April 10th- Chili Cookoff, Arts/Crafts,entertainment. April 9th & 10th - Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis Azalea Sale.
Franklin Square Park Southport
Contact: Tom Pezanowski
910/253-1452

April 17 - 17, 2004
Bacchus Bash
Toga, toga! Bacchus, the Greek god of wine, will reign over the Silver Coast Winery. Music, gods, goddesses, Greek foods, and mystic mayhem shall rule the day. Wear a toga and get in free.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: $5

April 17 - 18, 2004
Day At The Docks
Holden Beach
Contact: Holden Beach Merchant's Association
Neil Watkins
(910) 842-2844

April 17, 2004
Oak Island Lighthouse 10K Run/Walk
Route over the Oak Island Bridge through tree lined streets on Oak Island past the beachfront and Oak Island Lighthouse ending in Caswell Beach.
This is a tentative date. Please check the run website for additional details. www.lighthouse10k.com
Contact: Southport - Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6964 or 800-457-6964
Admission/Fees: $15.00 per person includes t-shirt

April 21, 2004 - 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Secretary/Support Staff Event
Breakfast honoring the contributions of our local Secretaries and Support Staff. Speaker: Nam Graham, Author of "Turn South at the Magnolia Tree" 8:30 am - Registration 9:00 am - Breakfast 9:30 am - Speaker -
Contact: Southport - Oak Island Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
(919) 457-6964 or 800-457-6964
Admission/Fees: $15per person
Co-Sponsored by BCC Small Business Center & Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

April 24, 2004 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Art In The Park
Franklin Square Park
Associated Artists of Southport & Brunswick County Parks & Recreation
(910) 253-2672 or (910) 457-5450
Admission/Fees: FREE

April 25, 2004 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
5th Annual Oak Island Garden Tour
Oak Island Recreation Center -Start Point
Contact: Sue Wood
910-278-6942
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged

May 1, 2004 - 8:00 AM
Master's Putting Tournament
Format: 2-person team, best ball, 18 hole medal play, single elimination. Cash Prizes - 1st Place $1,000, 2nd Place $500, 3rd Place $250 and 4th through 10th Place $75
Oak Island Golf Club, Caswell Beach, North Carolina
Contact: Communities In Schools
P.O. Box 10087 Southport, NC 28461
910/457-3494
Admission/Fees: $80 per person
proceeds benefit Communities In Schools of Brunswick County an organization that champion the connection of needed community resources with schools to help young people successfully learn, stay in schools and prepare for life.

May 15, 2004 - 10:00 AM
Celebration of the Lakes
Entertainment, vendors, antique auto exhibitions, and silent auction. Funds to support new Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center.
Hwy. 87 Boiling Spring Lakes
Contact: Joyce Hodges
910/845-2614

May 15 - 15, 2004
May Amateur Wine Makers Competition
Home wine makers, now is the time to strut your stuff. Professional wine makers will blind taste and give ribbons to the best. Our wine maker will be on hand to answer questions.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
910/287-2800

May 28 - 30, 2004
The Sportfishing Report's Spring Fling
Fishing Tournament. Three Categories - Spanish Mackerel, Cobia & Grouper. Registration - May 28th -7pm @ Slip #27 Bald Head Island Marina. Fishing - May 29th -9am-4pm & May 30th from 9am-4pm. Awards at 6:30pm on May 30th. 100% of boat's registration fees paid out in prize money.
Bald Head Island Marina
Contact: Terry or Judy Beers
The Sportfishing Report P.O. Box 11026 Southport, NC 28461
910/454-0042
Registration Fees: $50 per category prior to 5/14/04 and $75 after 5/15/04.

May 29, 2004 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Southport Heritage Day
Come celebrate the heritage of Southport.
Southport Community Building Bay Street Southport
Contact: Randy Jones
City of Southport Tourism 113 W. Moore Street Southport, NC 28461
910/457-7927
Admission/Fees: Free
Sponsored in part by: Southport Tourism Department, Southport Art Museum, NC Maritime Museum @ Southport & Southport Historical Society.

June 3 - 5, 2004
Bald Head Island Annual Fishing Rodeo
Fishing Tournament
Bald Head Island Marina
P.O. Box 3069 Bald Head Island, NC 28461
910/457-3779
Admission/Fees: Call for Fees

June 4 - 25, 2004 - 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
June Tunes
Celebrate the days of summer with four Fridays in June. Music in the afternoon, come rain or shine, sit back and sip some wine.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
910/287-2800

June 4 - 6, 2004
U.S. Open Pier Fishing Tournament
Fishing pier tournament on the Long Beach Pier and Ocean Crest Pier. Cash & Prizes. Organized by the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
Contact: Karen Sphar
4841 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged

June 5 - August 28, 2004 - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Brunswick Town State Historic Site
Hands on 18th century Toys and Games Demonstrations
8885 St.Philips Road, SE Winnabow, NC 28479
Contact: Brenda Marshburn
910/371-6613
Admission/Fees: Free

June 21 - July 24, 2004 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
July National Art Show
Juried and judged national art show. Top prize $1000.
Franklin Square Gallery
Contact: Associated Artists of Southport
P.O. Box 10035 Southport, NC 28461
910-457-5450

July 2 - 30, 2004 - 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
July Jams
Fridays only. Music in the afternoon, come rain or shine, sit back and sip some wine. Music.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
910/287-2800

July 2 - 5, 2004
N.C. 4th of July Festival
Arts, crafts, parade, 5K run, food, entertainment, children's games, naturalization ceremony and more. See "Events & Activities" page for more information and link to the preliminary schedule. Check out the festival's new website www.nc4thofjuly.com
Southport & Oak Island
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910-457-5578
Admission/Fees: Most events are free.

July 16 - 17, 2004
Long Bay Artificial Reef Association
5th Annual Club Challenge
South Harbour Village Marina
Contact: Bob Black
910-278-4137
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged
king mackerel & flounder tournament

July 23 - 24, 2004
King of the Cape Classic
King Mackerel Tournament to benefit the Long Bay Artificial Reef Association. Registration Friday. Saturday Fishing & Awards.
Old Yacht Basin, Southport
Contact: Jerry Dilsaver
113 NW 8th Street Oak Island, NC 28465
910/278-4575
Admission/Fees: Fee charged to enter tournament

August 6 - 8, 2004
Ladies King Mackerel Tournament
Ladies only king mackerel tournament.
Marina @ South Harbour
Contact: Bob Black
910-278-4137
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged To Enter
Sponsored by Oak Island Fishing Club August 6-8, 2004

August 14, 2004 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Jazz Brunch
Music in the air for the second Jazz brunch. Tickets are $25 per person, which includes brunch,glass of wine, artist reception and great music.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
Contact: Susan
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: $25 per person

September 4, 2004 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Labor Day Art &Craft; Fair
Arts, crafts and Food. Raindate: September 5th - 10am-5pm
Middleton Park, Oak Island
Contact: Joyce Grazetti
5706 E. Yacht Drive Oak Island, NC 28465
910-278-7560
Sponsored by: Oak Island Art Guild

September 6, 2004 - 10:00 AM
Children's Crab Derby
16 years old and under only - Free t-shirt first 50 children Bring your own crab line & chicken neck
Southport's Historic Waterfront
Contact: Southport Parks & Recreation
201 E. Moore Street Southport, NC 28461
910-457-7945
Admission/Fees: Free

September 11, 2004 - 8:00 AM
6th Annual Sea Trail 5 Mile Run
Awards: Top three finishers in each age & overall top three male & female. Benefits: Brunswick Family Assistance Agency. Early Packet Pickup- 9/10 at Brunswick Family Assistance Agency Office 9am-5pm. Race Day Registration begins at 7am.
Course: Race begins and ends at Jones-Byrd Pavilion. 5 mile loop course, mostly paved roads in Sea Trail Plantation, Sunset Beach.
Contact: Brunswick Family Assistance
P.O. Box 333 Supply, NC 28462
910/754-4766
Pre-Registration-$15 with shirt, $12 without shirt.Late Registration: $20 with shirt, $15 without.

September 11, 2004 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Silver Coast Winery's Purple Feet Harvest Festival
Grape eating, stomping, spitting and tossing. the reigning Lucy Lookalike, Donna Steffen, will hand over her crown to the new Lucy. Arts & crafts.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle, NC 28469
Contact: Susan
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: $5. Children under twelve free. Lucys' get in free

September 11 - 12, 2004
Simmons Sea Skiff Expo
An original North Carolina wooden boat, the Simmons Sea Skiff is part of North Carolina's rich maritime history. 30-50 Simmons Sea Skiffs on display, waterway parades and bar-b-que dinner.
South Harbour Village Marina Fish Factory Road Oak Island, NC 28465
www.simmonsseaskiff.com

September 11 - 12, 2004
Wildlife Bait & Tackle Flounder Tournament
Fishing Tournament
Wildlife Boat Ramp
Contact: Jimmy Price
4381 Fish Factory Road Southport, NC 28461
910/457-9903
Admission/Fees: Call for Fees
Proceeds Benefit D.A.R.E.

    

Chamber of Commerce Southport - Oak Island Area

Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Rd., SE
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6964    (800) 457-6964
Fax (910) 457-0598
Email: info@southport-oakisland.com

 


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