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May 2 - 23, 2008 - 8:30 PM
Fabulous Fantail Film Festival - Fridays
Friday evenings in May, enjoy movies on the fantail (back deck) of the ship just like her WWII crew! This year’s classic film selection celebrates the “Many Moods of Love.” Tickets are $1.00 and are only available at the door (does not include a tour of the Ship). Fresh popcorn & sodas available for $1.00, too. May 2 – Bringing Up Baby, 1938 – Cary Grant & Katharine Hepburn May 9 – Shop Around the Corner, 1940 – Ernst Lubitsch directs Jimmy Stewart and Margaret Sullavan May 16 – Notorious, 1946 – Hitchcock thriller May 23 – African Queen, 1951
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Intersection Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797 ext. 2049

May 7 - September 24, 2008 - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wacky Wednesday Dance Parties
Every other Wednesday beginning the first Wednesday in May thru September 24th. Listen to great music, dance and have some great wine.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
910/287-2800

May 15, 2008 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Business After Hours -Cox Quality Home Furnishings
Do business after hours with fellow chamber members in a relaxed atmosphere. A social networking event for members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce and businesses who are considering membership.
Cox Quality Home Furnishings 4891 Long Beach Road, Southport
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free, RSVP by 5/9
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

May 16 - 18, 2008
Leukemia Cup Regatta
This special weekend will include a sailing regatta, power boat poker run, gala and auction, cook out, and launch party. Sponsorship and participation opportunities are available. Land Events are open to all - not just for sailors! All proceeds will benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Cape Fear Yacht Club @ South Harbour Marina
Contact: Rob Wartchow
Cape Fear Yacht Club
910/523-2212
Admission/Fees: Fees Vary. Call for More Information
Event of Cape Fear Yacht Club Friday: 7pm - Launch Party - $30 per person Saturday - 10am-Leukemia Cup Regatta 3pm-Southport Sail & Power Squadron Poker Run 6pm-Gala & Auction- $50 per person. Sunday - 10am - Leukemia Cup Regatta 2pm - Awards Ceremony & Cook Out Weekend Pass $75 per person

May 16, 2008 - 7:30 PM
Percy Sledge in Concert
If you mention the name Percy Sledge to just about any music fan in the world, you'll invariably elicit a woebegone version of "When A Man Loves A Woman". Percy Sledge is far from a one-hit wonder. He's had a number of significant chart hits including "Take Time To Know Her", "Warm and Tender Love", "Out of Left Field", "It Tears Me Up", "I'll Be Your Everything" and others.
BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium Hwy. 17, Supply
Contact: BCC Odell Williamson Box Office
910/755-7416
Admission/Fees: $27 Adults, $10 child. $25 Seniors (65+)&Students
Tickets On Sale September 10th

May 17, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Beach Music Bash
Polish up those Shag Shoes! Beach Music is fun for everyone. Come listen and dance to some best Beach Music around. Have some great food, shop arts and crafts vendors and enter the Shag Contest for great prizes.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28479
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: Admission Charged. Children under 12 free

May 17, 2008 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Boiling Spring Lakes Fun Day
Entertainment, vendors, train rides, activities for children and more.
City Hall & Security Savings Bank Parking Lot Highway 87, Boiling Spring Lakes
910/845-2762 or 910/845-5151
Admission/Fees: Free

May 17, 2008
Brunswick Little Theater Auditions
Auditions for Seussical, a musical based on stories and characters of Dr. Seuss. Seussical is an all-ages musical. Children Aduitions (ages 15 and under) should arrive by 1pm. Adults (ages 16 and over) should arrive by 2pm. Everyone will be taught a song and a brief, simple movement sequence. Anyone wishing to be considered for a main role is encouraged to prepare a song that showcases their vocal talent. Please bring accompaniment or be prepared to sing a capella. Rehearsals will be Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning in early June. Perfromances are August 8-10 & 15-17.
Brunswick Community College Main Campus - Building F Supply, NC
Contact: Jen Iapalucci
910/269-1518
Admission/Fees: Free

May 17, 2008 - 10:15 AM
March of Dimes March for Babies
Registration -9:30am. Walk-10:15am. March for Babies is the March of Dimes' premier fundraising event. More than 200 walkers, representing 40+ local businesses with a goal of raising over $50,000. This year the Walk Chair is Edgar Haywood, III, Dosher Memorial Hospital. This is the first WalkAmerica to be held in Southport.
Southport,NC
Contact: Lori Lorusso
251-E South Kerr Ave. Wilmington, NC 28403
910/452-1515

May 17, 2008 - 6:00 PM
Substance Abuse Awareness Service
Guest speaker for this service will be, Kenny House, Vice President of Clinical Services, Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. The information that will be presented at this service will inform you about substance abuse issues in our community, how to recognize if someone is involved with substance abuse, recovery and treatment options that are available, and how we can work to prevent substance abuse before it begins. Sgt. Charlie Blalock, Community Resource Officer, for the Oak Island Police Department will also be discussing "trends and patterns" and ways that you as a citizen can become the "eyes and ears" to help assist in establishing a drug-safe community. Sgt. Blalock will have a display of drug paraphernalia items as well as resource and recovery information from local programs. Childcare and refreshments will be provided.
Ocean View United Methodist Church 8400 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC 28465
Admission/Fees: Free

May 17, 2008 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
US Coast Guard Station -Oak Island Safety Day
Rescue Helicopter, Law Enforcement Equipment, Marine Patrol, Water Rescue, boat tours and rescue equipment demonstrations.
US Coast Guard Station -Oak Island 300A Caswell Beach Road Caswell Beach, NC
Admission/Fees: Free - Bring Non-Parishable Food Item
No Admission but will be collecting Non-parishable food items for the Food Bank.

May 18, 2008 - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Oak Island Garden Tour
9th Annual event. 6 beautiful gardens on Oak Island. Day of Tour: at Oak Island Recreation Center, tickets, maps, Master Gardeners Plant Clinic, Refreshements, Commemorative Poster Sale. Plant Sale begins @ 12noon.
Oak Island Recreation Center 3003 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC
Admission/Fees: $6.00 per person advance, $8 day of tour
Presale Tickets available @ the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center, 4841 Long Beach Road, Southport; Curb Appeal, Seaside with Coffee, Southport Visitor Center and Oak Island Recreation Center.

May 19 - July 23, 2008 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beginning & Introduction to Conversational Spanish
For those who have little or no knowledge of Spanish and would like to be able to communicate with Spanish speaking individuals. Monday & Wednesday.
Brunswick Community College Main Campus - Supply
910/755-7380
Admission/Fees: $60 per person. Registration Required

May 20, 2008 - 9:00 PM
Easy Online Web Design & Internet Marketing
Learn how to design a website online and save hundreds of dollars doing it yourself.
Brunswick Community College Main Campus, Leland
910/755-7380
Admission/Fees: Free. Registration Required.

May 20, 2008 - 7:00 PM
NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program
Fly Traps, Tree Frogs and Carolina Bays: The Many Wonders of Southeastern North Carolina. Presenter: Andy Wood. Sponsored by Security Savings Bank.
Southport Community Building Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Mary Strickland
910/457-0003
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged. FOM Free
Sponsored by Security Savings Bank

May 22, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Lifelong Learning Series
Florence Nightingale: The Lady with the Lamp -Marjorie Megivern returns to portray Florence Nightingale, a legend in the nursing world and a marvel of organization and perseverance.
Brunswick Community College- Main Campus,Supply
910/755-7380
Admission/Fees: $35.00 per person includes. Registration Required

May 23 - 25, 2008 - 8:00 PM
Brunswick Little Theater Presents:Silver Reveiw
A night under the stars listening to a compilation of 25 years of songs from musicals performed by BLT from 1983's BRIGADOON through its last musical, GODSPELL. The cast is made up of some of its original members and performers, as well as talent new to BLT. Rounding out the cast is the original Stagestruck Players, the youth division of BLT, cast of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN. Director: Thom Clemmons. Musical Director: Debbie Skillman.
Franklin Square Park E. West Street, Southport
910/278-4640
Admission/Fees: Free. Donations gladly accepted
Bring a lawn chair. If inclement weather after 5pm, the show will be canceled for that night.

May 24 - 26, 2008
Southport Heritage Days
Come celebrate the heritage of Southport at various locations.
Contact: Randy Jones or Mary Strickland
City of Southport Tourism 113 W. Moore Street Southport, NC 28461
910/457-7927-Randy or 910/457-0003-Mary
Admission/Fees: Free
Sponsored in part by: Southport Tourism Department,NC Maritime Museum @ Southport & Southport Historical Society.

May 25 - August 31, 2008 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Summer Sundays
Sundays - Live Music & Entertainment. Event of City of Southport Department of Tourism.
Keziah Park Corner of Lord/Moore Street, Southport
Contact: Randy Jones
910/457-7927
Admission/Fees: Free

May 26, 2008 - 5:45 PM
43rd Annual Memorial Day Observance
Remember those who gave their lives in service and honor veterans at our traditional Memorial Day Observance featuring a military guest speaker, an all-service Color Guard, a 21-gun salute by a Marine Corps Honor Guard, military band, Taps, and a memorial wreath cast onto the waters. Program held on the Fantail of the Battleship.
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797 ext. 2050
Admission/Fees: Free

May 28, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

May 30 - June 1, 2008
Bald Head Island Annual Fishing Rodeo
Fishing Tournament
Bald Head Island Marina
P.O. Box 3069 Bald Head Island, NC 28461
910/457-3701
Admission/Fees: Call for Fees
2009 Dates: 5/28-30

May 31, 2008 - 8:30 AM
BC Habitat For Humanity Charity Golf Tournament
Captain's Choice forman, with prizes for top three teams in each three flights. Entry fee include green fees, golf carts, breakfast and lunch, awards and sill prizes, and free soft drinks. Golfers are also entered in drawings for many outstanding door prizes. Registration Deadline: May 9th.
Panther's Run Ocean Ridge Plantation Ocean Isle Beach, NC
BC Habitat For Humanity 4255 Long Beach Road Oak Island NC 28465
910/454-0007
Admission/Fees: $75.00 per golfer

May 31, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Old Jail Annex Rhett Street, Southport
Contact: Nancy Watson
910/253-0727

June 4, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

June 7, 2008 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
St. Philip's Episcopal Church Lobster & Bake Sale
ORDER DEADLINE: MAY 31st-5pm. Fresh, Live Lobsters fee charged. Average Lobster Size - 1.25+ lbs. Pick Up June 7th Cooked Lobsters 10am-4pm & Live Lobsters 10am-1pm. No refunds on orders not picked up by 4pm. Lobster bibs, picks, and lobster crackers for sale. Free instructions on how to cook and eat lobster. Also featuring Homemade clam chowder, coleslaw.
St. Philip's Episcopal Church Parish Hall on Dry Street, Southport
910/457-5643
Place your order before May 31st.

June 11, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

June 12, 2008 - 5:30 PM
Spt-OI Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
A celebration of the Chamber's year including retirement of directors, installation of new directors, announcement of Small Business Person of the Year & Customer Service Awards. Dinner & Dancing. Entertainment: The Pat Carpenter Band.
Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Brad Fisher
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4841 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: $25.00 per person. Reservation Deadline 6/6
Event of: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

June 13, 2008 - 8:00 PM
Waterfront Movies
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: City of Southport Department of Tourism
910/457-7927
Admission/Fees: Free

June 14, 2008
Graduation
West Brunswick High School - 9am-10:15am North Brunswick High School - 12:30pm-1:45pm South Brunswick High School - 4pm-5:30pm
Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium Hwy. 17, Supply

June 16 - 27, 2008
Stage II Productions- Center Stage Theatre Camp
Stage II Productions proudly presents Center Stage - A Theatre camp for creative kids. Grades 3-5 9am-12:30pm Grades 6-9 1:30pm-5:00pm Learn acting skills, applying stage makeup while putting together your own kit, creative writing, directing, designing & making costumes, set painting techniques, improvisational games, creative movement, put on a show for your family and friends, fun with head shots, field trips,, visits from artists and actors in and around Southport.
807 N. Howe Street Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Briton Campbell
910/540-2801
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged

June 17, 2008 - 8:00 PM
Battleship Hootenanny
Join us for the 8th annual Battleship Hootenanny, a concert of folk and pop favorites, on the Fantail under the stars. Auditorium if inclement weather. John Golden and friends head up a fine cast of local musical groups. Tickets are $10 (cash only) at the door (does not include a tour of the Ship). Fresh popcorn and sodas available for $1 each. Proceeds to benefit Friends of the Battleship.
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Intersection Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797 ext. 2045

June 17 - 21, 2008
Pirate Boot Camp & Pirate Invasion
Pirate Boot Camp for children @ NC Maritime @ Southport. Fee Charged. Finale on June 21st: Pirate Invasion on Garrison Lawn Free. Open to the public.
NC Maritime Museum @ Southport 116 N. Howe Street,Southport
910/457-0003

June 18, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

June 21, 2008 - 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
N.C. 4th of July Festival Patriots Cruise
Fundraising event for the NC 4th of July Festival. A fun evening aboard the Royal Winner Princess II. Mega Hors D'oeuvres, Music, and a relaxing boat ride down the Intracoastal Waterway. Cash Bar.
Southport Marina 606 W. West Street Southport, NC
Contact: Southport - Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: $100.00 per couple or $50 per person
Pre-Paid Reservations Required

June 23 - July 21, 2008 - 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 25, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

June 28, 2008 - 8:00 AM
30th Annual NC 4th of July Festival Freedom Run
5K Freedom Run/Walk & 1 mile Freedom Run/Walk. Shirt Pickup & Registration will take place on Friday, June 27th from 6pm-8pm & Saturday, June 28th from 6:15am-7:55am on race day.
Southport Waterfront Park Bay Street, Southport
910/457-5578
Admission/Fees: $20.00

July 1 - 4, 2008
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 4, 2008 - 9:05 PM
12th Annual Battleship Blast
The largest choreographed fireworks display in the State explodes over the Battleship. View from historic downtown Wilmington. The Battleship closes at 6pm for fireworks.
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797 ext. 2048

July 7 - 18, 2008
Stage II Productions- Center Stage Theatre Camp
Stage II Productions Proudly Presents Center Stage - A theatre camp for creative kids. Grades 3-5, 9am-12:30pm Grades 6-9, 1:30pm-5:00pm Learn acting skills, applying stage makeup while putting together your own kit, creative writing, directing, designing & making costumes, set painting techniques, improvisational games, creative movement, put on a show for your family and friends, fun with head shots, field trips,, visits from artists and actors in and around Southport.
807 N. Howe Street Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Briton Campbell
910/540-2801
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged

July 9, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

July 11, 2008 - 8:00 PM
Waterfront Movies
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: City of Southport Department of Tourism
910/457-7927
Admission/Fees: Free

July 15, 2008 - 7:00 PM
N.C. Maritime Museum @ Southport Program
Topic: Growing Up Black in Brunswick County. Presenter: Hobson Bryant.
Southport Community Building Bay Street, Southport
910/457-0003
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged. FOM-Free
Sponsored by: Southport Historical Society

July 16, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

July 23, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

July 30, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

August 1, 2008
Dancing with the Brunswick County Stars
Fundraising event for the Brunswick Community College Foundation. Hors'devours & Performances.
Sea Trail Plantation Grand Ballroom Sunset Beach, NC
910/755-8517
Admission/Fees: $150 per couple & $75 individual
Local Ticket Locations: BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium BB&T Southport BB&T Oak Island BB&T Bolivia Ricky Evans Art Gallery Winding River Plantation

August 1 - 3, 2008
Ladies King Mackerel Tournament
Ladies only king mackerel tournament.
South Harbour Village Marina
Contact: Denise Kinney
910/367-3325
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged To Enter
Sponsored by Oak Island Fishing Club

August 1 - 3, 2008
National Lighthouse Day -Old Baldy Lighthouse
Food, Fun, Games & Activities for Pirates of all ages. A band of pirates will offer young first mates (ages 5-12) a course in pirate training, learning how to walk, talk and act live a pirate while discovering the history of pirates along the Carolina Silver Coast. 24 hour island wide Treasure Hunt. Sing buccaneer songs and create pirate art. Captain Horatio Sinbad sails his pirate ship "Meka II" into Bald Head Islnad Harbor at 6:30pm on August 1st. August 2nd, Old Baldy Lighthouse grounds open including education & fun and games. Pirate Masquerade Ball at 6:30pm (Adults only). Pirate Family Night for families at 8pm. Sunday, August 3rd celebration closes with "Pancakes with the Pirates" breakfast.
Contact: Marilyn Ridgeway
910/454-9531

August 2, 2008 - 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Leland Under the Lights Car Show/Cruise-In
A classic car show and Cruise-In. Live DJ providing music of the 50's. Rain or shine. Event of North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce to benefit the North Brunswick High School Scholarship Fund.
Wal-Mart Parking Lot Across from Magnolia Greens Highway 17, Leland
Contact: George Patterson
910/371-0871 or Chamber at 910/383-0553

August 6, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

August 8, 2008 - 8:00 PM
Waterfront Movies
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: City of Southport Department of Tourism
910/457-7927
Admission/Fees: Free

August 11 - 22, 2008
Stage II Productions- Center Stage Theatre Camp
Stage II Productions proudly presents Center Stage, a Theatre camp for creative kids. Grades 3-5, 9am-12:30pm Grades 6-9, 1:30pm-5:00pm Learn acting skills, applying stage makeup while putting together your own kit, creative writing, directing, designing & making costumes, set painting techniques, improvisational games, creative movement, put on a show for your family and friends, fun with head shots, field trips,, visits from artists and actors in and around Southport.
807 N. Howe Street Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Briton Campbell
910/540-2801
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged

August 13, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

August 19, 2008 - 7:00 PM
N.C. Maritime Museum @ Southport
Presenter: Troy Alphin, UNC-W Marine Biology.
Southport Community Building Bay Street, Southport
910/457-0003
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged. FOM-Free

August 20, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Business Before Breakfast -Oak Island Senior Ctr.
Networking function for members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. Light Breakfast of homemade goodies.
Oak Island Senior Center & Craft Shop 5918 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free RSVP by 8/18
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

August 20, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

August 23, 2008 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Intercultural Festival
Music, Crafts, Games, Dance Food.
Brunswick Community College Main Campus, Hwy. 17, Supply
910/755-7404
Event of Brunswick Community College & Brunswick Educational Transition Center.

August 27, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

August 29 - 30, 2008
Long Bay Artificial Reef Association
Annual Club Challenge. King mackerel & flounder tournament. Fund raising event for the Long Bay Artificial Reef Association Reef Program.
Contact: Bob Black or Jim Knight
910/278-4137 or 910/457-6323
Admission/Fees: $100 per boat
Captains Meeting & Registration - Friday, August 29th @ Oak Island VFW Building from 5pm-8:30pm. Hamburgers, Hot Dogs & trimmings. Competition Day - Saturday, August 30th. Lines in water 7am. Boats must be in weigh-in line by 4pm. Weigh in @ Southport Marina. Awards ceremony at the Oak Island VFW, SW 50th Street, Oak Island. BBQ Pork and Chicken and beverages start at 6:00pm & Awards at 7:30pm.

August 30, 2008 - 8:00 AM
5th Annual Oak Island Surf-Off
The contest welcomes surfers and body-board riders of all ages and skill levels, from 8 years of age and older, with divisions for men, women, boys and girls. Division winners will be awarded fantastic prizes and keepsake trophies. The annual raffle is always a popular event.
Ocean Crest Pier Oak Island, NC
Contact: Bob Rhyne
910/448-0777
Admission/Fees: $25.00 with $5 for each additional event
Sponsors: Sundek, Teernal Wave Surf Shop, Surfer's Restaurant, Local Call Surf Shop, Hot Wax Surf Wax, DVS Shoes, Ocean Crest Pier, Ocean Crest Motel, Chasers Beach Club, Bell Supply, Tasha Helms CPA and more.

August 30, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Old Jail Annex Corner of Rhett/Nash Streets, Southport
Contact: Nancy Watson
910/253-0727
Event of Southport-Oak Island Friends of the Library

August 30, 2008 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Labor Day Art &Craft Fair
Arts, crafts and Food. Raindate: September 2nd - 10am-5pm
Contact: Dick Staat
910/201-4090
Sponsored by: Oak Island Art Guild

September 1, 2008 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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 3, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

September 6, 2008 - 8:00 AM
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- 9/05 at Brunswick Family Assistance Agency Office 9am-5pm. Race Day Registration begins at 7am.
Course: Race begins and ends at Jones-Byrd Patio. 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
Registration-$20 with shirt, $15 without shirt. Entries must be postmarked no later than September 1st.

September 10, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

September 12, 2008 - 8:00 PM
Waterfront Movies
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: City of Southport Department of Tourism
910/457-7927
Admission/Fees: Free

September 13, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Silver Coast Winery's Purple Feet Festival
"Oh Lucy...you have some 'splaining to do!" Remember that wonderful "Lucy" episode where she stomped grapes in Italy. Come on out to the Purple Feet Festival and do some stomping of your own. Enter the Lucy Look-alike contest. The reigning "Lucy" will be crowning a new one. So dye that hair red and get out your stomping clothes.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle, NC 28469
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: Admission Charged


September 16, 2008 - 7:00 PM
N.C. Maritime Museum @ Southport Program
Topic: Queen Anne's Revenge. Presenter: Mark Wilde Ramsing.
Southport Community Building Bay Street, Southport
910/457-0003
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged. FOM-Free

September 17, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

September 18, 2008 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Business After Hours - RBC Centura Bank
Do business after hours with fellow chamber members in a relaxed atmosphere. A social networking event for members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce and businesses who are considering membership.
RBC Centura Bank 4961 Long Beach Road, Unit 1 Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free - RSVP by 9/12
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

September 24, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

September 27, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Battleship Alive
Watch and interact with World War II living history interpreters as they bring the Ship to life by enacting daily duties and drills. An excellent field trip opportunity for families and groups! Included in regular admission.
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797 ext. 2046

September 27, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Old Jail Annex Corner of Rhett/Nash Streets, Southport
Contact: Nancy Watson
910/253-0727
Event of : Southport-Oak Island Friends of the Library

October 1, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

October 2 - 4, 2008 - 10:00 AM
Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament
Over $100,000 in prizes. Guaranteed Prize structure. Entertainment, Food, Fishing Tournament. Fee Charged to enter. Spectators Free. Food,Beverages & Entertainment Saturday. Public welcome.
Southport Marina
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
800-457-6964
www.usopenkmt.com

October 4, 2008 - 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
16th Annual Street of Shops -Fall Craft Bonanza
Bazaar, benefits both in and out-reach programs, offers a wide range of hand made goods such as decorations, wood crafts, wreaths, elegant and practical gifts, hand-painted treasures, needlework, toys and baby items. Bake Sale, raffle and light lunch available.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Corner of NC 211 & Dosher Cut-Off Southport
Contact: Arlyne Fetterer
910/457-6066
Event of: St. Philips Episcopal & Sacred Heart Catholic Churches.

October 4, 2008 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 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 8, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

October 10, 2008 - 7:00 PM
Fabulous Fantail Family Film Favorite
Enjoy a family favorite on the fantail of the Ship, just like her crew. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, 1937 – Based on a classic fairy tale, Walt Disney’s ground breaking animated feature is ranked as one of the top 100 films. Hit songs include “Heigh Ho,” “Whistle While You Work,” and “Some Day My Prince Will Come.” Tickets are $1.00 and are available at the door only (does not include a tour of the Ship). Fresh popcorn & sodas are $1.00.
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797 ext. 2049

October 10, 2008 - 8:00 PM
Waterfront Movies
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: City of Southport Department of Tourism
910/457-7927
Admission/Fees: Free

October 11, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Silver Coast Winery's Octoberfest
Loosen your Lederhosen. Come and be entertained by wonderful German music and dance. Dance the polka and try out your yodeling skills in our contests and eat the best German food around.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: $5. Children under 12 free

October 15, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

October 16, 2008 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Business After Hours - Family Chiropractic Plus
Do business after hours with fellow chamber members in a relaxed atmosphere. A social networking event for members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce and businesses who are considering membership.
Family Chiropractic Plus 4870-1 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free - RSVP by October 10th
Event of: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

October 17 - 26, 2008
North Carolina State Fair
State Fair Grounds-Raleigh,NC
919/733-2145

October 21, 2008 - 7:00 PM
N.C. Maritime Museum @ Southport Program
"Grits, Sand & Southern Landscapes". Presenter: Dr. Bruce Williams.
Southport Community Building Bay Street, Southport
910/457-0003
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged. FOM Free
Sponsored by Lowe's Home Improvement

October 22, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

October 24 - 25, 2008
- 6:00 PM
Ghost Ship
You’ve seen the Battleship on paranormal programs, now come see for yourself! Battleship staff and volunteers will lead you through the bowels of the ship to hear true Battleship tales. “Haunted North Carolina’s” members reveal ghostly details and provide you with a unique opportunity to learn how ghost hunters track spirits. The charge is $10 per person, cash at the door.
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Intersection Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797

October 25, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Old Jail Annex Corner of Rhett/Nash Street,Southport
Contact: Nancy Watson
910/253-0727
Event of: Southport-Oak Island Friends of the Library

October 29, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

November 1, 2008
Dixon Chapel Oyster Roast
Varnamtown
Contact: Carson Varnam
910/842-6425
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged

November 1, 2008 - 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 2, 2008 - 2:00 PM
CROP Hunger Walk
In partnership with Church World Service and organized locally by the Southport-Oak Island Interchurch Fellowship, the SOIICF CROP Hunger Walk draws over 200 walkers and since 1984 has raised over $183,000 to help stop hunger and poverty here in our community and around the world, through self-help initiatives. 25% of funds raised each year are used by SOIICF for local emergency human needs in our community. CROP Hunger Walks continue to play a big role in the US Gulf Coast rebuilding and in Central America. Support our community walk! Sign-up at your church or contact Ann Parvin
Start Locations: Franklin Square Park - Southport. Middleton Park - Oak Island. Fire Station - Bald Head Island.
Contact: Ann Parvin
910/278-6711
Registration at 1:30pm Walk at 2pm.

November 4, 2008
General Elections
Please remember to vote!

November 5, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

November 7 - 8, 2008 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Artisans Holiday Boutique
Sponsored by: The Artisans Group
Southport Community Building Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Dianne Schwartz
910/253-8817

November 8, 2008
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
2009 Dates: November 7th

November 9, 2008 - 8:00 AM
10th Annual Battleship Half Marathon & 5K
This challenging USATF-certified race starts and finishes at the Battleship, encompassing three bridges and Greenfield Lake. This race is presented by Ed Fore with the support of over 100 volunteers. Funds benefit the Battleship and the Wilmington Family YMCA.
Contact: YMCA
910/251-9622 ext. 224
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged

November 12, 2008 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Waterfront Market
Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
Contact: Downtown Southport, Inc.
910/279-4616
Admission/Fees: Free

November 14, 2008 - 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Good Neighbor Award Breakfast
Students from South Brunswick Middle School will be recognized for their outstanding leadership skills and positive work ethic.
South Brunswick Middle School Media Center, Hwy, 87 Boiling Spring Lakes, NC
910/457-6964
Event of: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce & South Brunswick Middle School. Sponsored by: Dosher Memorial Hospital

November 15, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Festa Italia
Bocce anyone? Join us as we celebrate everything Italian; food, wine, music and games. Come and bring your favorite Italian or be Italian for a day. Carolina Italian American Organization (CIAO) will be on hand to celebrate and organize the Bocce Tournament
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle Beach, NC
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: Admission Charged

November 15, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Silver Coast Winery's Festa Italia
Celebrating everything Italian: food, wine, music and games. Carolina's Italian American Organization will be on hand to help organize the annual Bocce Tournament at Noon.
Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road Ocean Isle, NC 28469
910/287-2800
Admission/Fees: $5. Children 12 & under free

November 18, 2008 - 7:00 PM
N.C. Maritime Museum@ Southport Program
Topic: "Home Improvement Celia's Way". Presenter: Celia Rivenbark.
Southport Community Building Bay Street, Southport
910/457-0003
Admission/Fees: Fee Charged. FOM-Free

November 27, 2008
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Chamber Office Closed 11/27, 11/28, 11/29, 11/30

December 5 - 21, 2008
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 6, 2008 - 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
Sponsored by: Cape Fear Coast Real Estate

December 13, 2008 - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Old Jail Annex Corner of Rhett/Nash Streets, Southport
Contact: Nancy Watson
910/253-0727
Event of Southport-Oak Island Friends of the Library

December 13, 2008 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
North Carolina Christmas Parade and Festival
Food, Crafts, Entertainment, Kids Games & Parade. Parade begins at 10am(roads close at 9am)Parade lineup starts at 7am on Village Road, Leland. Festival craft and food booths open at 12noon.
Downtown Leland Behind the BB&T Parking Lot
Contact: Joe Henson
NC North Carolina Christmas Parade & Festival P.O. Box 249 Leland, NC 28451
910/371-0813
Admission/Fees: Free Admission

December 25, 2008
Merry Christmas
Chamber Office Closed 12/25, 12/26, 12/27 & 12/28

January 1, 2009
Happy New Year
Chamber Office Closed.

February 14 - 15, 2009 - 10:00 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 22, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Southern Cape Fear Coast Bridal Showcase
Representatives from catering firms, reception venues, entertainment consultants, florists, 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
Contact: Southport - Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: $5. per person
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce and co-sponsored with the City of Southport Tourism Division Gold Band Sponsor: Comfort Suites of Southport & Oak Island Accommodations.

April 10 - 11, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Southport Spring Festival & Azalea Sale
Over 100 crafters and their homemade treasures. There will be 10 food vendors offering usual southern fare and treats for the unusual taste. Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis Club will be selling numerous colors of beautiful Encore Azaleas and a wide variety of bedding plants for your yard and garden. Enjoy live entertainment throughout the festival featuring our own local talent on the stage. Saturday will feature the return of the old Robert Ruark Chili Cook-Off Contest.
Franklin Square Park Southport
Contact: Peggy McDonald
910/279-4616
Sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. and the Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis Club, serving the youth and children of Brunswick County one child at a time.

April 11, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
14th Annual Family Day
Games and activities for children of all ages & special programs inside the museum. Hot dogs, snacks for sale. www.museumofcc.org
Museum of Coastal Carolina 21 East Second Street Ocean Isle Beach, NC
910/579-1016
Admission/Fees: Some activities have a small charge
Annually the Saturday of Easter Weekend

April 12, 2009 - 6:15 AM
Sunrise Easter Service
No parking before 5:45am.
NC Baptist Assembly 100 Caswell Beach Road Fort Caswell, NC

April 18, 2009 - 8:30 AM
Oak Island Lighthouse 5K & 10K Run/Walk
10K route over the Oak Island Bridge through tree lined streets on Oak Island past the beachfront and Oak Island Lighthouse ending at the NC Baptist Assembly in Fort Caswell. 5K route begins near Caswell Beach Town Hall and travels the beachfront past the Oak Island Lighthouse ending at the NC Baptist Assembly, Fort Caswell.
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 per person, $10 military on entries postmarked by March 21st. $25 per person, $15 military after March 21st. T-shirt or tank included with the first 500 entries.

April 22, 2009 - 11:30 AM
Secretary/Support Staff Luncheon
Luncheon honoring the contributions of our local Administrative Professionals and Support Staff. Registration -11:30am, Lunch & Program @ 12:00pm-1:30pm. Lunch Buffet & Door Prizes.
Contact: Southport - Oak Island Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
(919) 457-6964 or 800-457-6964
Admission/Fees: $20 per person
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.

April 25 - 26, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Day At The Docks
Arts & crafts. Food. Live Entertainment and the World's only Bopple Race.
Holden Beach
Contact: Holden Beach Merchant's Association
(910) 842-3828

April 25, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
North Brunswick Spring Fest 2008
"Day in the Park" Entertainment (school, dance, karate & K-9 demonstrations/performances), exhibitors, Food, motorcycle show and Fun.
Brunswick River Park (Across from Belville Elementary School) Leland, NC
Contact: North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce
151 Pool Road, Leland, NC 28451
910/383-0553
Admission/Fees: Open to the Public & Free
Event of: North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce

May 1, 2009 - 5:00 PM
Small Business Person of the Year -Nominations Due
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce feels that it is most fitting to celebrate the contributions that small businesses make to our economy. Small businesses represent 98% of the businesses in Brunswick County, create three of every four new jobs, and generate a majority of American innovations. Take the time to nominate an individual or partners (a team) who is a member of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce you feel deserve to hold the title of Small Business Person of the Year. We are also taking nominations for businesses who display outstanding Customer Service.
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4841 Long Beach Road, Se Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Nominations will be presented to the Small Business & Technology Development Center for local area award selection. SBTDC of University of North Carolina Wilmington provides management counseling and education services to small and mid-sized businesses in New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Duplin, Onslow, Bladen and Columbus counties.

May 2 - 3, 2009 - 6:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Relay For Life of Brunswick County
Each year, across the nation, one event brings together entire communities to take part in the fight against cancer. That event is the American Cancer Society Relay For Life®. It’s a time and place where people come to celebrate those who have survived cancer, remember those we’ve lost, and fight back against a disease that touches too many lives. Won’t you join us this year and be a part of Relay?
West Brunswick High School Shallotte, NC
Contact: Renee Adams
910/278-6333
Benefit American Cancer Society

May 2, 2009 - 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. Cash Prizes - Two Flights- 1st Place-$400; 2nd Place-$200; 3rd Place-$160 The entry fee includes cart, green fee, special gift, breakfast biscuit, coffee, hospitality cart and lunch. Jackson Beverage, proud distributors of Budweiser, Bud Light, Natural Light and Michelob Ultra, 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. First Saturday in May.

    

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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