Town News

2nd Annual Garden Tour: The Holden Beach Beautification Club will hold its 2nd Annual Garden Tour on Saturday, June 8th (rain date June 9th). Eight homes will be on the tour. Each home will have a hostess offering refreshments. Tickets are $10 each. Contact Carolyn Metrakos at (910) 842-9790 to purchase tickets in advance or purchase them at the Pavilion the day of the tour.

Summer Concert Schedule: The Holden Beach Merchants Association has just released the lineup for the 2013 Summer Concert Series. Click here to view the list. All concerts are free of charge and are held at the Holden Beach Pavilion, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Turtle Talk: Starting on June 5th, Turtle Talk runs weekly on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Public Assembly. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and seating is limited. This free educational program shares information about the Turtle Patrol, sea turtles and how people can help the sea turtles nest on the island.

Children's Turtle Time: This program begins on June 26th at 4:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Public Assembly and will feature crafts, stories and activities for children ages 3 - 6. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The program will run weekly on Wednesdays until the end of July.

Vehicle Decals: The 2013 vehicle decals were distributed with the February water bills. Please avoid misplacing the decals, as a fee will be assessed to anyone who needs to obtain additional decals. Any decals beyond the four issued is $10 each. If you are a homeowner who rents their property and does not receive a water bill, but would still like to obtain decals, please contact Town Hall. Town staff believes this method of distributing the vehicle decals will be beneficial to all parties involved. Contact Town Hall at (910) 842-6488 or email reception@hbtownhall.com if you have any questions. 

Cable TV Service: ATMC has informed us that they are now taking orders from the entire island for Digital Cable and high speed Internet. For rates and package information visit www.atmc.net/holdenbeach.

Volunteers: The Town is always looking for people to volunteer on our various boards and committees. If you are interested, submit a resume form to heather@hbtownhall.com.

Curbside Recycling: Waste Industries is now offering curbside recycling for Town properties that desire to participate in the service. The service cost is $50.00 annually paid in advance to the Town of Holden Beach and consists of a 96 gallon cart that is emptied every other week. You may apply in person at Town Hall or by downloading the application by clicking here and mailing it in with your check payment. Click here to view the details on what materials are accepted.

Wi-Fi - Public Wi-Fi is available at the Holden Beach Pavilion, Town Hall and the area under the water tower.

Evacuation Key Facts: The Town has compiled a list of key facts to assist in the event of an evacuation. Click here to read the important information. Do not wait until an emergency!

FirstCall: The FirstCall Network allows the Town to contact homeowners with a pre-recorded message during an emergency situation. If you have an unlisted telephone number or cell phone, but would like to be contacted by the service you will need to visit http://www.firstcall.net and sign up for the service. If your number is listed, no action is necessary.

Stranded Sea Turtles: The Holden Beach Patrol asks that you please report any stranded sea turtles that are observed on the beach or Intracoastal Waterway. When the water temperature is too cold, turtles that leave the gulf stream will likely be "cold stunned" and need assistance to survive. Please call (910) 880-1132 or (910) 842-2030.

Town Flags: The Town now has Holden Beach flags in stock. You can purchase a flag for $40.

Vegetation and Sand Fence: The Town encourages owners to vegetate their properties and install sand fencing. This is a great way to protect your property and accumulate sand on your dune. Please contact the CAMA officer at (910) 842-6080 if you would like further information.

Holden Beach Renourishment Association: The Holden Beach Renourishment Association (HBRA) is a private, tax-exempt organization whose mission is to help fund Town projects relating to beach nourishment. Nourishment is a many-tiered program involving not just sand placement, but vegetation and other proven stabilizing methods which will actually allow the beach to grow to a healthy beach. You can assist HBRA's efforts by completing a membership form and send them a tax deductible contribution. Click here to view a brochure that provides more information.