Pleasure Island Events

American Legion Fish Fry Today – Since it’s the first Friday of the month that means that the American Legion will be hosting their monthly fish fry. Today from 11-7, $8.00 will get you a plate with Fresh Fried Fish, Hushpuppies, Cole Slaw, Potato Salad, Corn on the Cob, Ice Tea & Coffee. Desserts will be sold by the Ladies of the auxiliary starting at 5:00 p.m. The American Legion Hall is located at 1500 Bridge Barrier Road, just south of the Post Office in Carolina Beach.

Cheer on your Team during the Super Bowl at Tangerine Caribbean Grill – On February 7th, Tangerine will be offering Super Bowl Specials as you cheer your on your team in their quest for the coveted Lombardi Trophy. Specials include Chili Bowls, Blackened Ribeye Sandwiches, Pulled Pork Sandwiches, $.40 wings, Personal Pan Pizzas, Nachos, Quesadillas, Burgers, Seafood Tacos and Classic Fish Fry Platters. All of these items are also available to go along with their full menu. Additionally, Tangerine’s will be offering a variety of drink specials. Tangerine Caribbean Grill is located at 300 N. Lake Park Boulevard in Carolina Beach. www.tangerinegrille.com

Lazy Pirate Gears Up for Super Bowl – Celebrate the Super Bowl at The Lazy Pirate as they host the 1st Annual Super Bowl Pig Pickin’ Party. The Lazy Pirate will offer free food and prizes and an appearance will be made by the Miller Girls. The Lazy Pirate also offers the largest flat screen televisions on the Island. They are located at 701 N. Lake Park Boulevard next to the Drifter’s Reef Motel. For more information contact them at (910) 458-5414 ext. 505.

Linda’s Fashion “Super Sale on Super Bowl Sunday” – James Allen, proprietor of Linda’s Fashions, would like to invite everyone to his Super Sale on Super Bowl Sunday. Please join James and the staff at Linda’s Fashions for wine and cheese and be sure to take advantage of 50% off the entire store. This discount includes all sale and bargain room items and the new spring merchandise. This is a one day only sale on Sunday, February 7th from noon until 6:00 p.m. All sales are final and prior sales are excluded. www.lindasfashionscbnc.com

Make this Valentine’s Day Special with a Gift From the Fudgeboat – The Fudgeboat wants to remind everyone that their chocolate dipped strawberries sell out fast for Valentine’s Day. Be sure to pre-order at fudgeboat@bellsouth.net or (910) 617-9793. Instead of a mall kiosk, they will have hours at the beach this year! Store hours for the weekend will be Feb. 11th from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m., Feb. 12th 1:00 – 8:00 p.m., Feb. 13th from noon to 8:00 p.m., and February 14th from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. www.fudgeboat.com

Special Olympics Gears up for their Annual Polar Plunge – This year’s Special Olympics Polar Plunge will be held on Saturday, February 20th at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk next to the Courtyard Marriott. Come take a chilling plunge into the Atlantic Ocean to support the Special Olympics of New Hanover County. Join them for an afternoon of live music, art, food, a silent auction, classic car show and much, much more. In order to plunge, you must raise a minimum of $50.00 (or $30 for students with proper ID). To request a brochure or for more information please email to polarplunge@plungenhc.com or call (910) 341-5876.

On-Line registration is available for this year’s Lo-Tide Run – This year’s 6th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Day Lo-Tide Run is scheduled for March 13th at 9:00 a.m. On-line registration is now available through the website at www.lotiderun.org. While on-line registration is preferred, mail-in registration forms will be available for download on the website as well as distributed to local businesses.

14th Annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cook Off Applicants and Sponsorships being Accepted – On April 17th, chefs from restaurants on Pleasure Island and surrounding communities gather on Pleasure Island for our famous Chowder Cook Off. This wonderful, daylong event includes live music, fun for the kids and, of course, great food. If your business is interested in competing in this year’s Cook Off, please contact the Chamber offices for an application or visit our website at www.pleasureislandnc.org. The Chamber is also accepting sponsorships for this event. This is a wildly popular event attracting thousands of people and is the perfect opportunity for your business to receive added exposure.