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March 24 - May 15, 2004 |
| Oak Island Beautification Club Business Award |
| Any business property within the Town of Oak Island or Caswell Beach is eligible. Business owners or residents of the Town of Oak Island or Caswell Beach may submit entries. Each entrant should describe improvements made to the property within the last year and may include supporting photographs. The Awards Committee of the Oak Island Beautification Club will judge nominations and announce the winner on May 25th. The winner will have the Beautification Award displayed on their property. |
| Stop by the Chamber Office for the nomination form. |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
May 21 - 23, 2004 |
| Brunswick Little Theatre Presents "Nunsense" |
| Friday & Saturday -8pm Sunday-2pm
Musical Comedy.
Book, Music & Lyrics by Dan Goggin.
Director: Thom Clemmons |
| Brunswick Little Theatre
Corner of 8th & Lord Streets
Southport |
| Contact: Jen |
| 910/457-5338 |
| $10 advance/$12 at the door
$8 students/$5 children 12 & under
Advance Tickets -Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, law office of Iapalucci & Leland, & Southport Visitors Center |
|
May 22, 2004 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Informational Booth at Wal-Mart |
| Come to the Wal-Mart parking lot on NC 211, Southport and learn more about Southport Sail and Power Squadron & Coast Guard Auxiliary. |
| Contact: Carolyn Pryor |
| 910/454-4479 |
|
May 25 - June 29, 2004 - 9:00 AM |
| Old Jail Workdays |
| Every Tuesday. Help is needed to make sure the Old Jail is ready for it's centennial opening on July 4th. Please plan now to assist other society members and friends as we clean up inside and out! Work every Tuesday until all work is accomplished. Bring your brooms, crapers, paint brushes, yard tools -there'll be something for all! |
| Old Jail
Nash Street
Southport, NC |
| Contact: Karen or Pat |
| 910/454-8018 or 910/457-0579 |
|
May 26, 2004 - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Introduction to Sail |
| Basic guide to learning to sail in the Cape Fear area, and how sailboats function. |
| Fish Tales porch
Southport Marina |
| Contact: Carolyn Pryor |
| 910/454-4479 |
| Admission/Fees: $15 |
| Sponsored by Southport Sail & Power Squadron |
|
May 28, 2004 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Jeans & Jewels Tasting |
| Fundraising event for City Works Arts & Crafts. |
| Southport Community Building |
| 910/457-0665 |
| Admission/Fees: $30 per person |
|
May 28, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge @2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate-all you can eat |
|
May 28 - 31, 2004 |
| Southport Heritage Day |
| Come celebrate the heritage of Southport.
Friday, May 28th -6:30pm Gospel Sing & Tribute to Alvin Caviness @ Caviness Park.
Saturday, May 29th -
9am-12noon - Kids Pirate Treasure Hunt, Costume Contest, Games & Snacks -Waterfront Park.
10am-4pm - 50 cent paperback book sale & Tribute to Bill Keziah @ Keziah Park Gabezo
12noon - 2004 Stepping Stone Dedication Ceremony, Waterfront Park
1pm - Native American Dancers & Storyteller - Franklin Square Park.
2pm- Robert Ruark Remembered - Southport Art Museum.
Sunday, May 30th -
2pm-4pm -Old Fashion Sunday in the park -Franklin Square Park
2pm-4pm -Franklin Square Gallery Centennial Celebration
Monday, May 31st 1pm Memorial Day Ceremony at Southport Community Building. Speaker General Kinzer, cannon salute, homemade pie & ice cream social.
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| 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. |
|
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. |
|
June 2 - 4, 2004 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Boat Smart |
| Introductory course on the basics of boating with a focus on boating safety. Sponsored by: Southport Sail & Power Squadron |
| Progress Energy Media Center
Hwy. 87, Southport |
| Contact: Carolyn Pryor |
| 910/454-4479 |
| Admission/Fees: $20.00 per manual plus a $5 per student |
|
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 3, 2004 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Brunswick County Botanical Garden Party |
| & Cooperative Extension Open House. Dedication & Recognition David Denney Arbor -2:30pm. |
| NC Cooperative Extension
Brunswick COunty Center, Building N
Government Complex, Bolivia |
| 910/253-2610 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
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 5, 2004 - 10:00 AM |
| Historical Southport Bicycle Tours |
| The Adventure Company will team with Southport Parks & Recreation to provide historical bicycle tours of Southport. Bring your own bike or rent one for $5 from The Adventure Company. Tour will approximately 1.5 hours. Participants are required to wear a helmet. |
| The Adventure Company
807-A Howe Street
Southport, NC |
| 910/454-0607 |
| Admission/Fees: $10 fee |
|
June 8, 2004 - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Business After Hours - |
| Members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce meet in social atmosphere to swap cards, network and do "Business After Hours".
Event Partners: Groovy Movies, Irwin Mortgage, Quality Flooring Outlet & Carolina Healthcare Products. |
| Groovy Movies, Irwin Mortgage
Quality Flooring Outlet & Carolina Healthcare Products,1635 N. Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free-Reservations Required |
| Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. |
|
June 15, 2004 - 7:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Nancy Roberts - Ghosts from the Coast - author of numerous books on ghosts and pirates - book signing. Light refreshments. |
| Southport Community Building |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free - Reservations requested |
|
June 17, 2004 - 10:00 AM |
| Electricities PAC Golf Tournament |
| Maccripine Country Club, Route 1, Pinetops, NC.
$60 per player. RSVP by June 8th. By participating in this tournament you are making a donation to the ElectriCities Political Action Committee supporting public power in North Carolina. |
| Contact: Susan Wright |
| P.O. Box 29513
Raleigh, NC 27626-0513 |
| 800/768-7697 ext. 6343 |
|
June 18, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge #2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate- all you can eat |
|
June 19, 2004 - 8:00 AM |
| Southport-Oak Island Area Golf Classic |
| Shotgun Start. 4-person Captain's Choice. Numerous door prizes & prizes for closest to the pin and most accurate drive. Cash Prizes - Two Flights- 1st Place-$400; 2nd Place-$200; 3rd Place-$160 & Women's Flight - 1st Place-$300. The entry fee includes cart, green fee, special gift, breakfast biscuit, coffee, hospitality cart and lunch. Zachary's American Grill will furnish micro brew. Jackson Beverage, proud distributors of Budweiser, Bud Light and Natural Light, will provide beverages. |
| Oak Island Golf Club
Caswell Beach, NC |
| Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
|
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: $70 per person |
| Proceeds benefit Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce |
|
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 |
|
June 24, 2004 - 11:00 AM |
| Grand Opening - A-1 Transport |
| Fast & Reliable Limo Service. A luxury ride for any occasion. Joyce Ryan, Owner. "Ride in Style for a reasonable rate." |
| @ Totally You Day Spa, 4805-B Southport-Supply Road, Southport |
| 910/269-1214 |
| Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce |
|
June 26, 2004 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Southport Sail & Power Squadron GPS Class |
| Introductory GPS class. If you have a handheld or installed GPS and need help understanding 'how to...bring your manual!!! or if you considering a purchase...this course will help with your decision!!! Complimentary coffee & rolls. |
| Progress Energy Media Center
Hwy. 87, Southport |
| Contact: Jerry Miller |
| 910/367-7219 |
| Admission/Fees: $15 USPS members. $20 Non-Members. |
|
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 Please be aware since July 4th is on a Sunday, the parade and fireworks will be held on Monday, July 5th. Arts & Crafts will be Saturday - Monday (July 3rd-5th). |
| 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 2, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge #2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate - all you can eat |
|
July 8, 2004 - 6:00 PM |
| Historical Southport Bicycle Tours |
| The Adventure Company will team with Southport Parks & Recreation to provide historical bicycle tours of Southport. Bring your own bike or rent one for $5 from The Adventure Company. Tour will approximately 1.5 hours. Participants are required to wear a helmet. |
| The Adventure Company
807-A N. Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/454-0607 |
| Admission/Fees: $10.00 |
|
July 15, 2004 - 11:00 AM |
| Grand Opening Brian Keith Keesee/Oak Island Real |
| Grand Opening of Brian Keith Keesee Construction & Oak Island Real Estate Company's new office |
| Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce |
|
July 16 - 18, 2004 - 8:00 PM |
| Little Theatre Presents "The Melody Lingers On" |
| Music & Lyrics by Irving Berlin
Dialogue taken from the book Irving Berlin: A Daughter's Memoir by Mary Ellin Barrett
Director Denise West
|
| Brunswick Little Theatre
Corner of 8th & Lore Streets
Southport |
| Contact: Jen |
| 910/457-5338 |
| $10 in advance/$12 at the doore
$8 for students/$5 for children 12 & under
Advance Tickets available at Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, Law Office of Iapalucci & Leland & Southport Visitors Center |
|
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 16, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge #2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate -all you can eat |
|
July 17, 2004 - 1:00 PM |
| Santa's Shootout Golf Tournament |
| Presented by Unity Group of North Brunswick & The North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce. 4-person Captains Choice (unlimited range balls provided). Prizes: 1st- Grand Prize with team plaque. 2nd, 3rd & 4th prizes awarded. Hole in One Prize "Freelander" Landrover SUV (donated by Cape Fear Landrover). 50/50 Raffle, Door Prizes, Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin and More. Entry fee includes cart, green fees, refreshments, and catered meal. Registration starting at 12noon. |
| Magnolia Greens Plantation
Leland, NC |
| Contact: Jeff Harvell |
| 910/253-8111 |
| Admission/Fees: $60 per person |
|
July 20, 2004 - 7:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Harry Warren - director of the NC Museum of Forestry - "The Fort Fisher Hermit" and "Naval Stores". Light refreshments. |
| Southport Community Building |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations requested |
|
July 22, 2004 - 8:00 PM |
| Lee Greenwood Concert |
| BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium
Hwy. 17
Supply, NC |
| 910/755-7416 |
| Admission/Fees: $25 adults. $23 students/seniors $10 children |
|
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 |
|
July 23 - 25, 2004 - 8:00 PM |
| Little Theatre Presents "The Melody Lingers On" |
| Music & Lyrics by Irving Berlin
Dialogue taken from the book Irving Berlin: A Daughter's Memoir by Mary Ellin Barrett
Director: Denise West |
| Brunswick Little Theatre
Corner of 8th & Lord Streets
Southport |
| Contact: Jen |
| 910/457-5338 |
| $10 in advance/$12 at the door
$8 students/$5 children 12 & under
Advance tickets available at Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, Law Office of Iapalucci & Leland & Southport Visitors Center |
|
July 30, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge #2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate-all you can eat |
|
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 6, 2004 - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Cheryl & Bruce Roberts - book signing of their latest book: NC Lighthouses - A Tribute of History and Hope. Purchase a copy at the museum or bring your own copy. Light Refreshments. |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport
116 N. Howe Street, Southport |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations requested |
|
August 9 - 14, 2004 |
| Gospel Festival A-Z |
| Monday - Contemporary Gospel
Tuesday - African-American Gospel
Wednesday-Friday- Music School
Saturday - Gospel Concert |
| BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium
Hwy. 17
Supply, NC |
| 910/755-7416 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
August 12, 2004 - 6:00 PM |
| Historical Southport Bicycle Tours |
| The Adventure Company will team with Southport Parks & Recreation to provide historical bicycle tours of Southport. Bring your own bike or rent one for $5 from The Adventure Company. Tour will approximately 1.5 hours. Participants are required to wear a helmet. |
| The Adventure Company
807-A N. Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/454-0607 |
| Admission/Fees: $10.00 |
|
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 |
|
August 17, 2004 - 7:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Jay Barnes - NC Hurricanes. Author of book on same subject with exhibits. Book signing. Light refreshments. |
| Southport Community Building |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations Requested |
|
August 20, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge#2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate-all you can eat |
|
September 3, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge #2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate - all you can eat |
|
September 4, 2004 - 10:00 AM |
| Historical Southport Bicycle Tours |
| The Adventure Company will team with Southport Parks & Recreation to provide historical bicycle tours of Southport. Bring your own bike or rent one for $5 from The Adventure Company. Tour will approximately 1.5 hours. Participants are required to wear a helmet. |
| The Adventure Company
807-A N. Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/454-0607 |
| Admission/Fees: $10.00 |
|
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.
|
|
September 17 - 19, 2004 |
| North Carolina Coastal Air Tour & Aviation Safety |
| Conference for general aviation pilots and families. Safety Seminars, food, entertainment & fun. Friday fly into to Elizabeth City. Saturday into the Southport-Oak Island Area flying home on Sunday. |
| Brunswick County Airport
|
| Contact: NCDOT Division of Aviation |
| 1560 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1560
www.ncdot.org |
| 919/840-0645 |
| Admission/Fees: Fee charged |
|
September 18, 2004 |
| Latino Festival |
| Either 9/18 or 9/25 please call to confirm.
Representatives from the Mexican Consulate. Food contest featuring local restaurants. Female Mariachi Band. Latin American Children's Dance Group. Washington, DC area Dance Group. |
| BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium
Hwy. 17
Supply, NC |
| 910/755-7416 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
September 18, 2004 - 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. Rain date- September 25t. |
| Contact: Emma Thomas |
| 910/454-0607 |
| Admission/Fees: $25 |
| Sponsored by: Cape Fear Yacht Club, Southport Sail & Power Squadron, The Adventure Company & Southport Parks & Recreation Department. |
|
September 21, 2004 - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Executive Overview - Hiring & Firing |
| A panel discussion with executives from employers in the area on How to find the people you are looking for; how to check references, backgrounds & do drug testing; how to be ADA compliant; and how and when to fire an employee. |
| Progress Energy Media Center
Hwy. 87
Southport |
| Southport-Oak Island Area
Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Rd., SE
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: $5.00 per person includes lunch |
| Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce |
|
September 21, 2004 - 7:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Mrs. Susie Carson - River Pilots: Living and Dead. Author of two books on local history, Joshua's Dream & Joshua's Legacy. Light Refreshments. |
| Southport Community Building |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations Requested |
|
September 30 - October 2, 2004 - 10:00 AM |
| 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 1, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge#2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate -all you can eat |
|
October 2, 2004 - 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. |
| Southport Waterfront |
| Contact: Southport Parks & Recreation Department |
| 201 E. Moore Street, Southport |
| 910-457-7945 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
October 9, 2004 |
| BCC Homecoming & Open House |
| BCC Alumni, founding members, and the community is invited to see what BCC is accomplishing now in the lives of our students. |
| Brunswick Community College
Hwy. 17
Supply, NC |
| 910/755-7416 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
October 9, 2004 - 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 - 18, 2004 |
| The Moving Wall |
| Traveling monument honoring Vietnam Veterans. |
| Brunswick Community College
Hwy. 17
Supply, NC 28462 |
| 910/755-7416 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
October 15 - 24, 2004 |
| North Carolina State Fair |
| State Fair Grounds-Raleigh,NC |
| 919/733-2145 |
|
October 16, 2004 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Dosher Memorial Hospital Health Fair |
| Contact: Margaret Minuth |
| 910/454-4115 |
|
October 16, 2004 - 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 |
|
October 17, 2004 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Southern Cape Fear Coast Bridal Showcase |
| Representatives from catering firms, reception venues, entertainment consultants, florsits, photographers, jewelers, and more will be on hand to assist in preparation for your perfect wedding in the Southern Cape Fear Coast. |
| Southport Community Building
223 E. Bay Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: $5.00 per person |
| Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce and co-sponsored with the City of Southport Tourism Division |
|
October 19, 2004 - 7:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| A Colonial Apparition - True story originally written by James Sprunt with local people "acting" out the assorted parts. Light refreshments. |
| Southport Community Building |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations Requested |
|
October 22, 2004 - 5:00 PM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge #2769 Fish Fry |
| Fish, slaw, hushpuppies, potato wedges, tea. |
| 106 East Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| 910/278-1398 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per plate- all you can eat |
|
October 23, 2004 - 10:00 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, 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. |
|
November 2, 2004 |
| General Elections |
| Please remember to vote! |
|
November 3 - 6, 2004 |
| US Anglers Championship Tournament |
| U.S. Anglers Association will hold their Championship Tournament in the Southport-Oak Island Area. www.usanglers.com Registration- November 3rd @ Oak Island Moose Lodge. Fishing - November 4th,5th&6th. Awards - November 6th @ Oak Island Moose Lodge |
| South Harbour Marina -Weighins
Oak Island, NC |
| Contact: Shae Lewis |
| P.O. Box 3105
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 |
| 252/725-4346 |
| Admission/Fees: Fee charged |
|
November 6, 2004 |
| Dixon Chapel Oyster Roast |
| Varnamtown |
| Contact: Carson Varnam |
| 910/842-6425 |
| Admission/Fees: Fee Charged |
|
November 6, 2004 - 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 6, 2004 |
| 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 11, 2004 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| North Carolina's Remarkable Women Tea |
| Susie Caron & Musette Steck to discuss two women from North Carolina followed by tea and dessert. |
| Brunswick Community College
Building B, Room 248
Supply, NC |
| 910/755-7416 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
November 12 - 14, 2004 |
| Little Theatre Presents "Up The Down Staircase" |
| Friday & Saturday -8pm Sunday-2pm
Book by Bel Kaufman
Dramatized by Christopher Sergel
Director Michelle Grasso |
| Brunswick Little Theatre
Corner of 8th & Lord Streets
Southport |
| Contact: Jen |
| 910/457-5338 |
| $10 in advance/$12 at the door
$8 students/$5 children 12 & under
Advance Tickets at Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, law office of Iapalucci & Leland & Southport Visitors Center |
|
November 13, 2004 - 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 |
|
November 15 - 17, 2004 |
| Little Theatre Presents "A Thousand Clowns" |
| Friday & Saturday -8pm. Sunday-2pm
Play by Herb Gardner
Director Paul "Ellie" Pittinger |
| Brunswick Little Theatre
Corner of 8th & Lord Streets
Southport |
| Contact: Jen |
| 910/457-5338 |
| $10 in advance/$12 at the door
$8 students/$5 children 12 & under
Advance Tickets Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, law office of Iapalucci & Leland & Southport Visitors Center |
|
November 16, 2004 - 7:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Dr. Chris Fonvielle -"Blockade Running at Southport". Light refreshments. |
| Southport Community Building |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations Requested |
|
November 18, 2004 - 7:00 PM |
| Oak Island Community Watch |
| Topic: Identity Theft Prevention - Sergeant Charlie Blalock, Oak Island Community Resource Officer. |
| Oak Island Recreation Center
3003 E. Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465 |
| Contact: Fred Tupper -278-9249 |
| or Charles Blalock -278-5595 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
November 19 - 20, 2004 - 8:00 PM |
| Little Theatre Presents "Up the Down Staircase" |
| Book by Bel Kaufman
Dramatized by Christopher Sergel
Director Michelle Grasso |
| Brunswick Little Theatre
Corner of 8th & Lord Streets
Southport |
| Contact: Jen |
| 910/457-5338 |
| $10 advance/$12 at the door
$8 students/$5 children 12 & under
Advance Tickets Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, law office of Iapalucci & Leland & Southport Visitors Center |
|
November 25, 2004 |
| HAPPY THANKSGIVING |
| Chamber Office Closed 11/25, 11/26, 11/27, 11/28 |
|
December 3 - 21, 2004 |
| 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 3 - 21, 2004 |
| 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 TBA -Santa Claus @ Southport Fire Station.
December 4th-Oak Island Tree Lighting.
December 5th -Festival Parade -3pm Oak Island.
December 6th -Oak Island Tour of Homes. 1-5pm.
December TBA -Santa Calling Program.
December 11th -Candy Cane Show.
December TBA- Sea Notes Choral Society Concert.
December TBA- Breakfast with Santa.
December 11th -Southport Merchant Open House.
December 11th -Waterfront Music & Entertainment.
December 11th -Southport Home Tour. 1:30-4 & 5-7pm.
December 11th -Santa's Workshop.
December TBA -Used Book Sale.
December 11th -Southport Holiday House.
December 11th -Southport Boat Flotilla -7pm.
December TBA -Brunswick Concert Band Concert.
December TBA -Hayride & Breakfast with Santa.
December 18th - Bolivia Christmas Parade.
December 18th - Boiling Spring Lakes Flotilla.
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|
December 3 - 4, 2004 - 8:00 PM |
| Stagestruck Players Present "Honk, Jr." |
| Brunswick Little Theatre
Corner of 8th & Lord Streets
Southport |
| Contact: Jen |
| 910/457-5338 |
|
December 4, 2004 - 3:00 PM |
| Christmas By The Sea Festival Parade |
| Oak Island - On Oak Island Drive from Oak Island Town Hall on 46th Street to McGlamery Street. |
| Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce |
| 910/457-6964 |
|
December 4, 2004 |
| December Celebrations Around the World |
| Brunswick Community College
Hwy. 17
Supply, NC 28462 |
| 910/755-7416 |
|
December 10 - 11, 2004 - 8:00 PM |
| Stagestruck Players Present "Honk, Jr." |
| Brunswick Little Theatre
Corner of 8th & Lord Streets
Southport |
| Contact: Jen |
| 910/457-5338 |
|
December 11, 2004 - 8:30 AM |
| BC Motorcycle Enthusiasts 12th Annual Toy Run |
| 8:30 am- Poker Run Signup. 10:00am- Leave out of Wal-Mart in Shallotte for 75 mile run. ALL motorcycles welcome. Raffle for 2004 Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Raffle tickets $50 each limited to the first 600 tickets. Available at The Sign Shoppe, Hwy. 17, Supply-754-5144 or Royal Coach Motorworks, N. Howe Street, Southport -457-0038. Toy Run T-shirt sponsorships available from $50 thru $350. T-shirt sponsorships deadline November 11th. |
| Wal-Mart in Shallotte
|
| Contact: Jerome Munna |
| 782 Ocean Hwy. West
Supply, NC 28462 |
| 910/754-5144 |
| In 2002 this event raised enough funds to take 215 children on a $100 each shopping spree and donated over $5000 to our schools. |
|
December 11, 2004 |
| 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 18, 2004 - 11:00 AM |
| Bolivia Christmas Parade |
| Contact: Brad Babson |
| 910/470-4752 |
|
December 25, 2004 |
| Merry Christmas |
| Chamber Office Closed 12/24,12/25,12/26,& 12/27 |
|
January 15, 2005 |
| 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 18, 2005 - 7:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Chris Suiter -"Guns of the Lower Cape Fear, Where are they Now?" Discussion of the lost guns from the assorted local forts and their current locations, with pictures. Light refreshments. |
| Southport Community Building |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations Requested |
|
February 12, 2005 - 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 15, 2005 - 7:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Bert Felton - Coast Guard Auxilliary and the Lighthouses of North Carolina. Light refreshments. |
| Southport Community Building |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations Requested |
|
March 19, 2005 - 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 25 - 26, 2005 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Southport Spring Festival & Azalea Sale |
| March 25th- Arts/Crafts,entertainment. March 26th- Chili Cookoff, Arts/Crafts,entertainment. March 25th & 26th - Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis Azalea Sale. |
| Franklin Square Park
Southport |
| Contact: Tom Pezanowski - 910/253-1452- Azaleas |
| Marion Martin -910/457-0713-craft booths
Bill Bittenbender-910/253-9846-food booths |
|
April 16, 2005 - 9:00 AM |
| 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: $20.00 per person includes t-shirt |
|
April 20, 2005 |
| Secretary/Support Staff Event |
| Luncheon honoring the contributions of our local Secretaries and Support Staff. Speaker:
11:30am - Registration
12:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm - 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 30, 2005 - 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 |
|
May 7, 2005 - 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, 2005 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 6th Annual Oak Island Garden Tour |
| Oak Island Recreation Center -Start Point |
| Contact: Linda Parks |
| 910/278-5399 |
| Admission/Fees: $5.00 per person |
| (5/22-raindate) |
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