Tuscan Grill to Host Live Music on Saturday Night – Live at the Tuscan Grill on Saturday, August 22nd will be Cary B playing from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Along with the live music, the Tuscan Grill is again offering food specials including: Tuscan Bean Soup, Chicken with Portabello Mushroom Ravioli, Halibut Oscar Style, Porterhouse Grilled Pork Chop with Sautéed Onions and Mushrooms, Tuscan’s Sicilian Meatloaf, Rotisserie Prime Beef with Au Jus and Seafood Pasta. Please visit their new website at www.tuscangrill.us.
Hope for the Warriors to host 9-11 Hope Ride - Hope for the Warriors will conduct this cycling event in order to provide a cycling experience for combat wounded service members from Iraq and Afghanistan. Their first goal is rehabilitation and recreation. Secondary to the mission is to provide awareness for Hope for the Warriors and its many programs and to assist in fundraising efforts. The event will begin at the Carolina Beach Lake Park on Friday, September 11th at 8:45 a.m. with a welcoming and send off ceremony. Mayor Joel Macon will preside along with special support from the Carolina Beach Fire and Police and Operations Department. Immediately following the ceremony, the Warriors will depart for the Fort Fisher Ferry. The Hope for the Warriors program would like to thank the Golden Sand Hotel for providing the lodging for these warriors and the Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar for providing the Friday morning breakfast at 7:00 a.m. For more information on the program, please visit www.hopeforthewarriors.org.
Fisherman’s Post to Host NC Flatfish Championships – Fisherman’s Post Newspaper will be hosting their Second Annual Fall Flounder Tournament on September 18th and 19th out of Joyner Marina. Registration is Friday, September 18th or you can pre-register at Island Tackle & Hardware and the one day of fishing is Saturday, September 19th. There is over $14,000 in prize money offered. For more information, you can call (910) 409-8379 or go to www.FishermansPost.com and click on the "Tournament" link.
The Seventh Annual Southern Coastal Bluegrass Festival is Coming- The Thalian Association is proud to present the Seventh Annual Bluegrass Festival at Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area on September 19th and 20th. This years bands include A Deeper Shade of Blue, Carolina Junction, The Hagar’s Mountain Boys, Ken Scoggins & Miller’s Creek, L Shape Lot, R.C. Harris and Blue Denim, Ted Jones & The Tarheel Boys and the Wells Family. Advance tickets are $10.00 each day. At the gate tickets will be $15.00 each day or $25.00 for the weekend. Bring your chairs or blankets but no coolers or pets are allowed. Tickets are on sale now at the Thalian Association Office, Snow’s Cut Monthly and the P. I. Chamber of Commerce. www.coastalbluegrassfestival.org.
The Big Beach Sweep is Coming – On September 26th at 9:00 the Annual Big Sweep will be taking place. If you would like to help in cleaning up our waterway, meet at the Boardwalk Gazebo in Carolina Beach or the Kure Beach Pier in Kure Beach. Bring sturdy shoes and clothes that can get dirty. Bags and gloves will be provided. Big Sweep is a part of the International Coastal Cleanup. For more information please visit www.oceanconservancy.org or call 798-4404.
Island Women to Host 2nd Annual Women’s Health Summit – Saturday, October 17th at the Beach House at Fort Fisher Recreation Area, Island Women will be hosting the 2nd Annual Women’s Health Summit. Registration Fee is $75.00 but if you register before September 30th, the fee is only $55.00. This fee covers spa snack, spa lunch, seminars and Exhibit Hall fees. Topics to be discussed include "Educate before you Vaccinate", "What in the Cell if Going On?", "Do you need to Detox", "Bio-Identical Hormones for Women 35 and up" and "Thyroid Dysfunction Despite Normal Test Results". You can register online at www.islandwomen.org. For more information, please contact Caroline at 458-0079.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Monday, August 17, 2009
Carolina and Kure Beach
Real Estate Update
W/E 8/9/09 Carolina Beach
New Residential Listings for Carolina Beach
109 Green Turtle Lane $599,900
312 Birmingham Avenue $174,900
101 N 3rd Street $300,000
901 Canal Drive $849,000
508 Carolina Beach Avenue N # 1-B $399,900
Pending Sales for Carolina Beach
1615 S Lake Park Blvd # 806 $207,000
650 Saint Joseph # 203 $375,000
1108 S Lake Park Blvd # B $299,900
502 Carolina Beach Avenue N $785,900
401 Ocean Blvd $399,900
Sold - For Carolina Beach
200 S Fifth Street $215,500
1101 S Lake Park Blvd # C-4 $165,000
110 Spencer Farlow Drive E #110 $375,000
Total Homes Currently Listed for Carolina Beach
411 Homes Listed between $99,700 and $3,500,000
Kure Beach
New Residential Listings for Kure Beach
821 Cutter Court $619,000
1100 S Fort Fisher Blvd # 905 $339,900
1004 N Fort Fisher Blvd # A $899,000
Pending Homes Currently Listed for Kure Beach
None
Sold – Kure Beach
133 N Fourth Avenue $240,000
Total Homes Currently Listed In Kure Beach
147 Homes Listed between $149,900 and $2,875,900
Lots and Land- Carolina & Kure Beach
New Lot Listing – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach
617 Canal Drive $460,000
1409 Mackerel Lane $125,000
Pending Lot Sales – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach
None
Sold Lots – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach
None
Total Lots Currently Listed
190 Lots Listed between $65,000 and $4,250,000
Real Estate Update
W/E 8/9/09 Carolina Beach
New Residential Listings for Carolina Beach
109 Green Turtle Lane $599,900
312 Birmingham Avenue $174,900
101 N 3rd Street $300,000
901 Canal Drive $849,000
508 Carolina Beach Avenue N # 1-B $399,900
Pending Sales for Carolina Beach
1615 S Lake Park Blvd # 806 $207,000
650 Saint Joseph # 203 $375,000
1108 S Lake Park Blvd # B $299,900
502 Carolina Beach Avenue N $785,900
401 Ocean Blvd $399,900
Sold - For Carolina Beach
200 S Fifth Street $215,500
1101 S Lake Park Blvd # C-4 $165,000
110 Spencer Farlow Drive E #110 $375,000
Total Homes Currently Listed for Carolina Beach
411 Homes Listed between $99,700 and $3,500,000
Kure Beach
New Residential Listings for Kure Beach
821 Cutter Court $619,000
1100 S Fort Fisher Blvd # 905 $339,900
1004 N Fort Fisher Blvd # A $899,000
Pending Homes Currently Listed for Kure Beach
None
Sold – Kure Beach
133 N Fourth Avenue $240,000
Total Homes Currently Listed In Kure Beach
147 Homes Listed between $149,900 and $2,875,900
Lots and Land- Carolina & Kure Beach
New Lot Listing – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach
617 Canal Drive $460,000
1409 Mackerel Lane $125,000
Pending Lot Sales – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach
None
Sold Lots – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach
None
Total Lots Currently Listed
190 Lots Listed between $65,000 and $4,250,000
Friday, August 14, 2009
PLEASURE ISLAND HAPPENINGS!
Week of August 15 - 22
Kure Beach Community Center’s Annual Barbeque – Come out to the Kure Beach Community Center on Saturday, August 15th for their Annual Barbeque. They will be serving Barbecued Pulled Pork from Bowman’s, Buttered Parsley Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Beans, Sweet/UnSweet Tea and Homemade Desserts. The barbeque takes place from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. and tickets are just $7.00 at the Door. Take outs will also be offered. The Kure Beach Community Center is located on 3rd Avenue just behind Big Daddy’s.
Calling all Artists – On August 15 and 16, the Pleasure Island Artist Guild will be holding the 1st Annual Art Show by the Lake. The art show, to be held at the Carolina Beach Lake Park, will feature fine arts and crafts, music dance and drama and hands on kids art. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information please email kenbadoian@gmail.com
Island Florals Celebrates its 5 Year Anniversary – Congratulations to Roxanne for this wonderful accomplishment. Roxanne would like everyone to know that she has a new shipment of mermaids on display in the front windows. These mermaids have generated a lot of attention from our tourists this season. She would also like to offer chamber members a special 10% discount on the mermaid collection. Stop by Island Florals at 100 N. Lake Park Boulevard to see the new collection. www.islandflorals.net
Kids are extra special during the month of August at Michael’s Seafood Restaurant - Every day throughout August, kids eat free at Michael’s Seafood between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. So be sure to bring your kids (12 and under) to enjoy a free meal at the Internationally Famous Michael’s Seafood Restaurant. Michael’s is located at 1206 A N. Lake Park Boulevard. To view their menu, please visit www.michaelscfood.com.
Preparations are underway for this year’s Holiday Walk – The annual Holiday Walk will be taking place on November 22nd. If your business is interested in participating, please call Snow’s Cut Monthly at (910) 458-0120 or Island Florals by Roxanne at (910) 458-5276. More details will be forthcoming.
Salty Paws Festival Planning is Underway – Planning is underway right now. The Salty Paws Festival will be held Saturday, October 17th from noon to 5:00 p.m. at the Carolina Beach Lake Park. There will be kids activities, pet contests, food, music, arts and crafts, pet education, pet adoptions, microchipping and more. All proceeds benefit the local animal rescues. Admission will be free and donations are graciously accepted. More information will follow in further PSAs. Or please contact Linda Cheshire at (910) 617-5945.
Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival Poster Contest Coming to a Close – August 22, 2009 will bring to a close the 2009 Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival Poster Contest. If you are interested in entering a work of art for this contest please be advised that all entries must be a flat work of art no smaller than 11" x 14" and no larger than 18" x 24". Please do not submit work on stretched, framed canvas or canvas board. All lettering is prohibited yet poster must be representative of the Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival. Contest winner will receive $200, VIP treatment at the festival, recognition for the poster graphic and will have the opportunity to sign posters at the Festival in the Fine Arts Plaza. Applications are available on our website at www.pleasureislandnc.org/seafoodbluesandjazzfestival.asp
Speaking of Seafood Blues and Jazz – Tickets are on sale now for the festival. Advance tickets are $30 for a 2-day pass; $30 for Saturday alone and $15 for Sunday alone. Tickets are available in the Chamber offices or through www.etix.com.
www.pleasureislandnc.org
Kure Beach Community Center’s Annual Barbeque – Come out to the Kure Beach Community Center on Saturday, August 15th for their Annual Barbeque. They will be serving Barbecued Pulled Pork from Bowman’s, Buttered Parsley Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Beans, Sweet/UnSweet Tea and Homemade Desserts. The barbeque takes place from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. and tickets are just $7.00 at the Door. Take outs will also be offered. The Kure Beach Community Center is located on 3rd Avenue just behind Big Daddy’s.
Calling all Artists – On August 15 and 16, the Pleasure Island Artist Guild will be holding the 1st Annual Art Show by the Lake. The art show, to be held at the Carolina Beach Lake Park, will feature fine arts and crafts, music dance and drama and hands on kids art. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information please email kenbadoian@gmail.com
Island Florals Celebrates its 5 Year Anniversary – Congratulations to Roxanne for this wonderful accomplishment. Roxanne would like everyone to know that she has a new shipment of mermaids on display in the front windows. These mermaids have generated a lot of attention from our tourists this season. She would also like to offer chamber members a special 10% discount on the mermaid collection. Stop by Island Florals at 100 N. Lake Park Boulevard to see the new collection. www.islandflorals.net
Kids are extra special during the month of August at Michael’s Seafood Restaurant - Every day throughout August, kids eat free at Michael’s Seafood between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. So be sure to bring your kids (12 and under) to enjoy a free meal at the Internationally Famous Michael’s Seafood Restaurant. Michael’s is located at 1206 A N. Lake Park Boulevard. To view their menu, please visit www.michaelscfood.com.
Preparations are underway for this year’s Holiday Walk – The annual Holiday Walk will be taking place on November 22nd. If your business is interested in participating, please call Snow’s Cut Monthly at (910) 458-0120 or Island Florals by Roxanne at (910) 458-5276. More details will be forthcoming.
Salty Paws Festival Planning is Underway – Planning is underway right now. The Salty Paws Festival will be held Saturday, October 17th from noon to 5:00 p.m. at the Carolina Beach Lake Park. There will be kids activities, pet contests, food, music, arts and crafts, pet education, pet adoptions, microchipping and more. All proceeds benefit the local animal rescues. Admission will be free and donations are graciously accepted. More information will follow in further PSAs. Or please contact Linda Cheshire at (910) 617-5945.
Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival Poster Contest Coming to a Close – August 22, 2009 will bring to a close the 2009 Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival Poster Contest. If you are interested in entering a work of art for this contest please be advised that all entries must be a flat work of art no smaller than 11" x 14" and no larger than 18" x 24". Please do not submit work on stretched, framed canvas or canvas board. All lettering is prohibited yet poster must be representative of the Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival. Contest winner will receive $200, VIP treatment at the festival, recognition for the poster graphic and will have the opportunity to sign posters at the Festival in the Fine Arts Plaza. Applications are available on our website at www.pleasureislandnc.org/seafoodbluesandjazzfestival.asp
Speaking of Seafood Blues and Jazz – Tickets are on sale now for the festival. Advance tickets are $30 for a 2-day pass; $30 for Saturday alone and $15 for Sunday alone. Tickets are available in the Chamber offices or through www.etix.com.
www.pleasureislandnc.org
Friday, July 31, 2009
PLEASURE ISLAND HAPPENINGS!
THIS WEEK
Fundraiser Event for Step Up for Soldiers at The Last Resort – You are invited to join the members of The Last Resort on July 31st at 7:00 p.m. for a fundraiser for Step up for Soldiers in honor of North Carolina troops leaving Iraq who face lifelong injuries. Step up for Soldiers assists families making homes handicap accessible for those returning home with lifelong disabilities. Step up for Soldiers and its volunteers build ramps, widen doorways, do plumbing or anything else these injured soldiers need to make their lives whole again. There will be a Pig Pick’n with all the fixins and the rock band Bald Fury will provide live entertainment. Come on our & support this extraordinary organization. For information visit http://www.stepupforsoldiers.com/.
4th Annual Pro/Am Silvagni Benefit Surf Contest – This competition will be held August 1st and 2nd with divisions including Pro Short Board & Long Board as well as Amateur Short Board & Long Board. All proceeds go to benefit Andrew Silvagni and The Lyme Disease Foundation. Event begins at 8:00 a.m. at the Hamlet Street Access. For more information, please contact Tony Silvagni at (910) 232-1592.
Ladies, come out to the 1st Annual Save The Ta-Tas Live Bachelor Auction – On August 2nd, from 4:30 to 9:00 p.m., The Last Resort will be holding a Live Bachelor Auction to benefit the NHRMC Coastal Care Van. 12 unmarried bachelors will strut their stuff, bearing unique prize packages to the highest bidder all for a great cause---Breast Cancer. Bidding for the bachelors begins at 7:00 p.m. For more information contact The Last Resort at (910) 458-1128. http://www.carolinabeachbar.com/
Join your Local Law Enforcement Officers for National Night Out – The 26th Annual National Night Out, a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 4th. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and are fighting back. The Carolina Beach Police Department and Police Advisory Committee along with the NHC Sheriff’s Department Crime Prevention Unit will be on the Boardwalk with handouts, prizes and tips for parents. Please come out and join us as we celebrate National Night Out.
Don’t miss this Chance to Spotlight your Pet with Coastal K-9 Bakery- The deadline is fast approaching for the "How Does Your Dog Sleep?" photo contest at Coastal K-9 Bakery. Take a photo of your pet in his or her favorite sleeping position and bring it to the shop or email it to Jackie@coastalk9bakery.com. Deadline for submissions is Saturday, August 8th. Winners will be announced during Yappy Hour on Saturday, August 15th from 2:00–4:00 p.m. The contest features Celebrity Judging and gifts include treats, pet related services and pet owner gifts. For more information call (910) 794-4014. http://www.coastalk9bakery.com/
Calling all Artists – On August 15 and 16, the Pleasure Island Artist Guild will be holding the 1st Annual Art Show by the Lake. The art show, to be held at the Carolina Beach Lake Park, will feature fine arts and crafts, music dance and drama and hands on kids art. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information please email kenbadoian@gmail.com
Seaside Grill at the Courtyard Marriott offers Special Buffets – In conjunction with our fabulous fireworks display on Thursday nights, the Marriott is proud to offer the All American Buffet featuring hamburgers, hot dogs, salad bar, baked ziti, baked beans, coleslaw, pasta and potato salad, chili, meatballs over pasta and chefs’ dessert selection. On Fridays, enjoy the Island’s only Seafood Buffet featuring fried shrimp, fried scallops, fish of the day, chicken fingers, clam strips, french fries, hushpuppies, coleslaw, potato salad and chef’s selection of dessert. Both buffets are $12.95/adults, $6.95/children and kids 5 and under are free and are available from 5:00-9:00 p.m. Lastly, don’t forget the morning breakfast buffet that also includes made to order omelets, pancakes and waffles. This Buffet is available Monday-Thursday from 6:30-11:00 a.m., Saturday from 6:30-noon and Sunday from 6:30-1:00 p.m. Cost is $9.95/adults, Children 6-12 are $5.95 and 5 and under are free. http://www.courtyardcarolinabeach.com/.
http://www.pleasureislandnc.org/
Fundraiser Event for Step Up for Soldiers at The Last Resort – You are invited to join the members of The Last Resort on July 31st at 7:00 p.m. for a fundraiser for Step up for Soldiers in honor of North Carolina troops leaving Iraq who face lifelong injuries. Step up for Soldiers assists families making homes handicap accessible for those returning home with lifelong disabilities. Step up for Soldiers and its volunteers build ramps, widen doorways, do plumbing or anything else these injured soldiers need to make their lives whole again. There will be a Pig Pick’n with all the fixins and the rock band Bald Fury will provide live entertainment. Come on our & support this extraordinary organization. For information visit http://www.stepupforsoldiers.com/.
4th Annual Pro/Am Silvagni Benefit Surf Contest – This competition will be held August 1st and 2nd with divisions including Pro Short Board & Long Board as well as Amateur Short Board & Long Board. All proceeds go to benefit Andrew Silvagni and The Lyme Disease Foundation. Event begins at 8:00 a.m. at the Hamlet Street Access. For more information, please contact Tony Silvagni at (910) 232-1592.
Ladies, come out to the 1st Annual Save The Ta-Tas Live Bachelor Auction – On August 2nd, from 4:30 to 9:00 p.m., The Last Resort will be holding a Live Bachelor Auction to benefit the NHRMC Coastal Care Van. 12 unmarried bachelors will strut their stuff, bearing unique prize packages to the highest bidder all for a great cause---Breast Cancer. Bidding for the bachelors begins at 7:00 p.m. For more information contact The Last Resort at (910) 458-1128. http://www.carolinabeachbar.com/
Join your Local Law Enforcement Officers for National Night Out – The 26th Annual National Night Out, a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 4th. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and are fighting back. The Carolina Beach Police Department and Police Advisory Committee along with the NHC Sheriff’s Department Crime Prevention Unit will be on the Boardwalk with handouts, prizes and tips for parents. Please come out and join us as we celebrate National Night Out.
Don’t miss this Chance to Spotlight your Pet with Coastal K-9 Bakery- The deadline is fast approaching for the "How Does Your Dog Sleep?" photo contest at Coastal K-9 Bakery. Take a photo of your pet in his or her favorite sleeping position and bring it to the shop or email it to Jackie@coastalk9bakery.com. Deadline for submissions is Saturday, August 8th. Winners will be announced during Yappy Hour on Saturday, August 15th from 2:00–4:00 p.m. The contest features Celebrity Judging and gifts include treats, pet related services and pet owner gifts. For more information call (910) 794-4014. http://www.coastalk9bakery.com/
Calling all Artists – On August 15 and 16, the Pleasure Island Artist Guild will be holding the 1st Annual Art Show by the Lake. The art show, to be held at the Carolina Beach Lake Park, will feature fine arts and crafts, music dance and drama and hands on kids art. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information please email kenbadoian@gmail.com
Seaside Grill at the Courtyard Marriott offers Special Buffets – In conjunction with our fabulous fireworks display on Thursday nights, the Marriott is proud to offer the All American Buffet featuring hamburgers, hot dogs, salad bar, baked ziti, baked beans, coleslaw, pasta and potato salad, chili, meatballs over pasta and chefs’ dessert selection. On Fridays, enjoy the Island’s only Seafood Buffet featuring fried shrimp, fried scallops, fish of the day, chicken fingers, clam strips, french fries, hushpuppies, coleslaw, potato salad and chef’s selection of dessert. Both buffets are $12.95/adults, $6.95/children and kids 5 and under are free and are available from 5:00-9:00 p.m. Lastly, don’t forget the morning breakfast buffet that also includes made to order omelets, pancakes and waffles. This Buffet is available Monday-Thursday from 6:30-11:00 a.m., Saturday from 6:30-noon and Sunday from 6:30-1:00 p.m. Cost is $9.95/adults, Children 6-12 are $5.95 and 5 and under are free. http://www.courtyardcarolinabeach.com/.
http://www.pleasureislandnc.org/
Friday, July 24, 2009
PLEASURE ISLAND HAPPENINGS!
Big Print Block Party Art Exhibition presented by Cape Fear Press – The past met the present when twelve contemporary artists took on the oldest form of printmaking to make giant, original prints on May 16th. Come see the giant 4x8 foot prints that were printed with a steamroller in Carolina Beach. This work is from the first event of its kind in the southeast. Participating artists included Stephan Bode, Todd Carignan, Alex Clark, Kristin Gibson, Jennifer Page and many more. The opening reception is July 24th from 6-9 p.m. at 110 N. Water Street in Downtown Wilmington and the show will run until August 15th. www.capefearpress.com or call 458-4647.
The Help Center of Federal Point to Hold Chinese Auction – This Saturday at 1:00 p.m. come to the Katie B. Hines Senior Center for the Help Center’s Summer Fundraiser. The Senior Center is located at 308 Cape Fear Boulevard in Carolina Beach. Admission is only $5.00 and includes mini-raffle tickets as well as a chance for a door prize and great sweepstakes items. Tickets will be sold at the door and refreshments will be available. Come join us for an afternoon of fun for the whole family with prizes galore. For more information, please call Jan Truelove at 458-1920.
Island of Lights Reception – Everyone is invited to the introduction of the Island of Lights 2009 Christmas Card and Ornament. The artists will be on site to sign the cards and ornaments on Sunday, July 26th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at The Frame Mart located at 1009 N. Lake Park Boulevard. Light refreshments will be served. www.islandoflights.org.
John the Ashley High School Boosters for a Beach Sweep – This Sunday starting at 5:00 p.m., come down to the public access at Tennessee Avenue to help with this year’s beach sweep. Check in with Sara Hartman who will check you in and give you gloves and trash bags. Parents, if you drop off your children, please plan to pick them up in about an hour. The area to be cleaned is from Tennessee Avenue to Spartenburg Avenue. Please park in the Ocean Grill Parking lot across the street from the restaurant. Let the attendant know that you are with the Ashley boosters and have permission to park there. DO NOT park in the hotel’s parking lot. For more information, please contact Deb LeCompte at dlecompte@bellsouth.net.
Economic Recovery Workshop to be Held in Wilmington – On July 29th from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., come to St. Phillips AME Church at 815 N. 8th Street in Wilmington for an Economic Recovery Workshop for small and historically underutilized business HUBs. This workshop will give an introduction to the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA); NC Recovery Commitment to Small Businesses & HUBs; the Use of Local Recovery Dollars and Business Opportunities; making sure you have the needed resources and getting your questions answered. For more information please visit www.ncrecovery.gov or call 1-888-833-5003 or 919-733-1433.
Fundraiser Event for Step Up for Soldiers at The Last Resort – You are invited to join the members of The Last Resort on July 31st at 7:00 p.m. for a fundraiser for Step up for Soldiers in honor of North Carolina troops leaving Iraq who face lifelong injuries. Step up for Soldiers assists families making homes handicap accessible for those returning home with lifelong disabilities. Step up for Soldiers and its volunteers build ramps, widen doorways, do plumbing or anything else these injured soldiers need to make their lives whole again. There will be a Pig Pick’n with all the fixins and the rock band Bald Fury will provide live entertainment. Come on our & support this extraordinary organization. For information visit www.stepupforsoldiers.com.
Join your Local Law Enforcement Officers for National Night Out – The 26th Annual National Night Out, a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 4th. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and are fighting back. The Carolina Beach Police Department and Police Advisory Committee along with the NHC Sheriff’s Department Crime Prevention Unit will be on the Boardwalk with handout
The Help Center of Federal Point to Hold Chinese Auction – This Saturday at 1:00 p.m. come to the Katie B. Hines Senior Center for the Help Center’s Summer Fundraiser. The Senior Center is located at 308 Cape Fear Boulevard in Carolina Beach. Admission is only $5.00 and includes mini-raffle tickets as well as a chance for a door prize and great sweepstakes items. Tickets will be sold at the door and refreshments will be available. Come join us for an afternoon of fun for the whole family with prizes galore. For more information, please call Jan Truelove at 458-1920.
Island of Lights Reception – Everyone is invited to the introduction of the Island of Lights 2009 Christmas Card and Ornament. The artists will be on site to sign the cards and ornaments on Sunday, July 26th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at The Frame Mart located at 1009 N. Lake Park Boulevard. Light refreshments will be served. www.islandoflights.org.
John the Ashley High School Boosters for a Beach Sweep – This Sunday starting at 5:00 p.m., come down to the public access at Tennessee Avenue to help with this year’s beach sweep. Check in with Sara Hartman who will check you in and give you gloves and trash bags. Parents, if you drop off your children, please plan to pick them up in about an hour. The area to be cleaned is from Tennessee Avenue to Spartenburg Avenue. Please park in the Ocean Grill Parking lot across the street from the restaurant. Let the attendant know that you are with the Ashley boosters and have permission to park there. DO NOT park in the hotel’s parking lot. For more information, please contact Deb LeCompte at dlecompte@bellsouth.net.
Economic Recovery Workshop to be Held in Wilmington – On July 29th from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., come to St. Phillips AME Church at 815 N. 8th Street in Wilmington for an Economic Recovery Workshop for small and historically underutilized business HUBs. This workshop will give an introduction to the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA); NC Recovery Commitment to Small Businesses & HUBs; the Use of Local Recovery Dollars and Business Opportunities; making sure you have the needed resources and getting your questions answered. For more information please visit www.ncrecovery.gov or call 1-888-833-5003 or 919-733-1433.
Fundraiser Event for Step Up for Soldiers at The Last Resort – You are invited to join the members of The Last Resort on July 31st at 7:00 p.m. for a fundraiser for Step up for Soldiers in honor of North Carolina troops leaving Iraq who face lifelong injuries. Step up for Soldiers assists families making homes handicap accessible for those returning home with lifelong disabilities. Step up for Soldiers and its volunteers build ramps, widen doorways, do plumbing or anything else these injured soldiers need to make their lives whole again. There will be a Pig Pick’n with all the fixins and the rock band Bald Fury will provide live entertainment. Come on our & support this extraordinary organization. For information visit www.stepupforsoldiers.com.
Join your Local Law Enforcement Officers for National Night Out – The 26th Annual National Night Out, a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 4th. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and are fighting back. The Carolina Beach Police Department and Police Advisory Committee along with the NHC Sheriff’s Department Crime Prevention Unit will be on the Boardwalk with handout
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Friday, July 17, 2009
PLEASURE ISLAND HAPPENINGS!
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
The Island Ice Factory Offers "Gelato to Go-Go" Special – During the hot weather nothing beats cooling down with a delicious scoop of Gelato from the Island Ice Factory. Just by mentioning this announcement, you can get 25% off all pints and quarts now through Sunday, July 19th. There is a limit of 2 per customer so come and get it while it lasts and…Have an ICE day.
2009 Coastal Plain League All Star Game Hosted by the Wilmington Sharks – The All Star Game Festivities will begin on Monday, July 20th when the Wilmington Sharks will host the All-star Fan Fest and Home Run Derby. Fans will have the chance to meet both CPL All-Star teams during that time and then look on as 16 of the best hitters in the league battle it out in the annual Home Run Derby. Tuesday, join the Sharks at Buck Hardee Field for the 2009 Coastal Plain League All Star Game. The All-Star Game starts at 7:00 p.m. so come out to the Shark Tank early and show your support for these All Stars. www.wilmingtonsharks.com
Island of Lights Reception – Everyone is invited to the introduction of the Island of Lights 2009 Christmas Card and Ornament. The artists will be on site to sign the cards and ornaments on Sunday, July 26th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at The Frame Mart located at 1009 N. Lake Park Boulevard. Light refreshments will be served. www.islandoflights.org.
Fundraiser Event for Step Up for Soldiers at The Last Resort – You are invited to join the members of The Last Resort on July 31st for a fundraiser for Step up for Soldiers in honor of North Carolina troops leaving Iraq who face lifelong injuries. Step up for Soldiers assists families making homes handicap accessible for those returning home with lifelong disabilities. Step up for Soldiers and its volunteers build ramps, widen doorways, do plumbing or anything else these injured soldiers need to make their lives whole again. The event will take place on July 31st starting at 7:00 p.m. There will be a Pig Pick’n with all the fixins and the rock band Bald Fury will provide live entertainment. Come on our and support this extraordinary organization. For information visit www.carolinabeachbar.com or www.stepupforsoldiers.com.
The Last Resort is "CALLING ALL MERCHANTS" – A "Save the Ta Tas" Breast Cancer Event will be held at the Last Resort on Sunday, August 2nd benefiting Coastal Care Van, a non-profit organization offering mammograms to residents of New Hanover County who cannot afford them. The evening will consist of a bachelor auction, activities, dinner, and a Pink Balloon Purchase where each balloon purchased will have a gift attached to it. The Last Resort is asking for contributions of gift certificates for dinners and events as well as retail shops, services, etc. Cash donations are also gratefully accepted. All contributions must be received by July 20th. Please call Nancy Reis (910-458-5167) for any questions or to have your contribution picked up. Merchants may also deliver them to the Last Resort after 4:00 p.m. A "Gift in Kind" Tax deduction form is available to all merchants. www.carolinabeachbar.com
Have Some Fun with the American Pride Fall 2009 Bowling League at Cardinal Lanes – Starting in August, Cardinal Lanes will be hosing the American Pride Fall 2009 Bowling League. This is a great way to have a lot of fun with friends and family or to represent your company against other area businesses. There is no entry cost, beginners are welcome and no handicap is required. This will be 9 Pin No Tap. Each 4 person team will bowl 3 games. Leagues will bowl on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday evenings and cost is $13.00/week per individual. Weekly cost includes record keeping, trophies and the end of the season Pizza Party. Team space is limited in each division and leagues begin August 17th. Contact Ken Macior at Cardinal Lanes at 799-3023 ext. 101 to reserve your team’s space today. www.bowlcardinal.com.
Coastal K-9 Bakery Announces its 1st Annual "How Does Your Dog Sleep?" Contest – Take a photo of your pet in his or her favorite sleeping position and bring it to the shop or email it to Jackie@coastalk9bakery.com. Deadline is Saturday, August 8, 2009 and winners will be announced during Yappy Hour on Saturday, August 15th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Contest features celebrity judges and gifts will include treats, pet related services and pet owner items.
The Island Ice Factory Offers "Gelato to Go-Go" Special – During the hot weather nothing beats cooling down with a delicious scoop of Gelato from the Island Ice Factory. Just by mentioning this announcement, you can get 25% off all pints and quarts now through Sunday, July 19th. There is a limit of 2 per customer so come and get it while it lasts and…Have an ICE day.
2009 Coastal Plain League All Star Game Hosted by the Wilmington Sharks – The All Star Game Festivities will begin on Monday, July 20th when the Wilmington Sharks will host the All-star Fan Fest and Home Run Derby. Fans will have the chance to meet both CPL All-Star teams during that time and then look on as 16 of the best hitters in the league battle it out in the annual Home Run Derby. Tuesday, join the Sharks at Buck Hardee Field for the 2009 Coastal Plain League All Star Game. The All-Star Game starts at 7:00 p.m. so come out to the Shark Tank early and show your support for these All Stars. www.wilmingtonsharks.com
Island of Lights Reception – Everyone is invited to the introduction of the Island of Lights 2009 Christmas Card and Ornament. The artists will be on site to sign the cards and ornaments on Sunday, July 26th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at The Frame Mart located at 1009 N. Lake Park Boulevard. Light refreshments will be served. www.islandoflights.org.
Fundraiser Event for Step Up for Soldiers at The Last Resort – You are invited to join the members of The Last Resort on July 31st for a fundraiser for Step up for Soldiers in honor of North Carolina troops leaving Iraq who face lifelong injuries. Step up for Soldiers assists families making homes handicap accessible for those returning home with lifelong disabilities. Step up for Soldiers and its volunteers build ramps, widen doorways, do plumbing or anything else these injured soldiers need to make their lives whole again. The event will take place on July 31st starting at 7:00 p.m. There will be a Pig Pick’n with all the fixins and the rock band Bald Fury will provide live entertainment. Come on our and support this extraordinary organization. For information visit www.carolinabeachbar.com or www.stepupforsoldiers.com.
The Last Resort is "CALLING ALL MERCHANTS" – A "Save the Ta Tas" Breast Cancer Event will be held at the Last Resort on Sunday, August 2nd benefiting Coastal Care Van, a non-profit organization offering mammograms to residents of New Hanover County who cannot afford them. The evening will consist of a bachelor auction, activities, dinner, and a Pink Balloon Purchase where each balloon purchased will have a gift attached to it. The Last Resort is asking for contributions of gift certificates for dinners and events as well as retail shops, services, etc. Cash donations are also gratefully accepted. All contributions must be received by July 20th. Please call Nancy Reis (910-458-5167) for any questions or to have your contribution picked up. Merchants may also deliver them to the Last Resort after 4:00 p.m. A "Gift in Kind" Tax deduction form is available to all merchants. www.carolinabeachbar.com
Have Some Fun with the American Pride Fall 2009 Bowling League at Cardinal Lanes – Starting in August, Cardinal Lanes will be hosing the American Pride Fall 2009 Bowling League. This is a great way to have a lot of fun with friends and family or to represent your company against other area businesses. There is no entry cost, beginners are welcome and no handicap is required. This will be 9 Pin No Tap. Each 4 person team will bowl 3 games. Leagues will bowl on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday evenings and cost is $13.00/week per individual. Weekly cost includes record keeping, trophies and the end of the season Pizza Party. Team space is limited in each division and leagues begin August 17th. Contact Ken Macior at Cardinal Lanes at 799-3023 ext. 101 to reserve your team’s space today. www.bowlcardinal.com.
Coastal K-9 Bakery Announces its 1st Annual "How Does Your Dog Sleep?" Contest – Take a photo of your pet in his or her favorite sleeping position and bring it to the shop or email it to Jackie@coastalk9bakery.com. Deadline is Saturday, August 8, 2009 and winners will be announced during Yappy Hour on Saturday, August 15th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Contest features celebrity judges and gifts will include treats, pet related services and pet owner items.
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