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May 26 - November 10, 2010 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Waterfront Market - Every Wednesday |
| Produce, hand baked food item, local crafters and entertainment. |
| Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Bay Street, Southport, NC |
| Contact: Peggy McDonald |
| P.O.Box 10127
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/279-4616 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
| Event of Downtown Southport Inc. |
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June 6 - September 5, 2010 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Summer Sundays |
| Summer Musical (Vocal, Instrumental)Entertainment. Every Sunday through Labor Day Weekend except July 4th. |
| Keziah Park
Corner of Lord & Moore Streets
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-7927 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
| Event of City of Southport Department of Tourism |
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June 7 - September 6, 2010 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| "Kids Play Free" |
| Every Monday. Free 1 hour golf clinic covering the fundamentals of the golf swing, rules and etiquette. Kids(ages 7-16)also play golf free with paid adult. One Child Per Paying Adult Parent. |
| Carolina National Golf Club
1643 Goley Hewett Road, SE Bolivia, NC 28422 |
| Contact: Cheryl Brankel, PGA Professional |
| 910/755-5200 Ext. 5 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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August 23 - September 25, 2010 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Featured Artist at Franklin Square Gallery |
| Paintings by Associated Artists of Southport member Claire Salenger Martin and pottery by member Rebecca Pierre. |
| Franklin Square Gllery
130 E. West Street, Southport |
| 910/457-5450 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
| Sponsored by Associated Artists of Southport |
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September 3 - 6, 2010 |
| Labor Day Weekend & Beach Music Extravaganza |
| Come dance the weekend away with Bald Head Island's signature beach music bash! Weekend events include the Coastal Carolina Beach Party, Texas Bar-B-Q, annual Labor Day Party at the Shoals Club, island-wide Parade of Homes hosted by The Island Agency, picnics and much more. |
| Bald Head Island, NC |
| 910/457-3701 |
| Admission/Fees: Fee Charged |
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September 3, 2010 - 11:30 AM |
| Ribbon Cutting Ceremony-MR&A Downtown Location |
| Celebrate the opening of the Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc.,REALTORS newest office located in downtown Southport at 112 N. Howe Street. |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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September 4, 2010 - 8:00 AM |
| 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. |
| Oak Island, NC |
| Contact: Surfer's Restaurant |
| 910/454-8252 |
| Admission/Fees: Fee Charged |
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September 4, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Children's Crab Derby |
| Registration -8:30am. 14 years old and under only - Free t-shirt while they last. Bring your own crab line & chicken neck. |
| Southport's Historic Waterfront
Old Yacht Basin |
| Contact: Southport Parks & Recreation |
| 201 E. Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910-457-7965 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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September 4, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Labor Day Art &Craft Fair |
| 19th Annual Labor Day weekend festival is a celebration of local and regional artists and craftspeople who display and sell their handmade goods within sight of the ocean. Proceeds from the festival are used toward scholarships for local high school students. Food will be sold
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| Middleton Park Extension
Soccer Field
46th SE Street & Dolphin Drive, Oak Island |
| Contact: Richard Staat |
| 910/201-4090 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
| Sponsored by: Oak Island Art Guild
Raindate: Sunday, September 5th -10am-4pm |
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September 4, 2010 - 9:00 AM |
| Southport Historical Bicycle Tours |
| Highlights of the bicycle tour: Southport Waterfront, Fort Johnston, Brunswick Inn, Bonnet's Creek, Old Smithville Burying Ground, Old Brunswick Jail, Franklin Square Park and Art Gallery, St. Phillip's Episcopal Church, Aumzu Theatre, Crimes of the Heart House and the Indian Trail Tree. Limited number of spaces and bicyles available for rent. |
| The Adventure Company
807 N. Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/454-0607 |
| Admission/Fees: $20 tour&bike.$15 tour only. Reservations Required |
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September 7, 2010 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: The guest presenter is Mark L. Bradley, award winning author and leading authority on the Carolinas Campaign of the Civil War. His topic will be “Sherman in North Carolina: Fierce Warrior and Compassionate Peacemaker.” |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E. Nash Street
Southport, NC |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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September 10, 2010 - 7:30 PM |
| Southport Waterfront Movies |
| Mary Poppins. Bring chair & blanket. |
| Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Bay Street, Southport |
| 113 W. Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-7927 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
| Event of & sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. & City of Southport Department of Tourism |
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September 11, 2010 |
| Annual Sea Trail 5 Mile Run & 5 Mile Relay |
| 5 Mile Run begins at 8am. Awards top three finishers in each age category. Overall top three male and female finishers. Early Entry $20 with shirt, $15 without shirt (before 9/1/10. Late Registration $25 with shirt, $20 without shirt. 5 Mile Relay. $100 per team, includes t-shirt for each member. Entries must be postmarked no later than September 1st. |
| 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 |
| Early Packet Pickup: 9/10/10 9am-12pm & 12:30pm-3pm @ Family Assistance Office, Twin Creek Plaza, 4600-8 Main Street, Shallotte. |
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September 11, 2010 - 9:00 AM |
| Oak Island Elks Lodge Golf Tournament |
| Oak Island Golf & Country Club
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| Contact: Bob Mitchell |
| 910/201-4195 |
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September 11, 2010 - 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Shaggin' for Shelter |
| Beach Music by Sea Cruz, Continental Divide,and the Craig Woolard Band. Lucille Ball Look-A-Like Contest and Grape Smashing Contest. Proceeds benefit Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity. Rain or Shine Event. Food and Beverages available for purchase on site. Bring your Lawn Chair. |
| Silver Coast Winery
6680 Bar-B-Que Road
Ocean Isle Beach, NC |
| Contact: BC Habitat for Humanity |
| 910/454-0007 |
| Admission/Fees: $15.00 per person (Children 8 & under Free) |
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September 13, 2010 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| QuickBooks Pro, Getting Started for Small Business |
| Brunswick Community College
Main Campus, Hwy. 17, Supply |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 14, 2010 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Leveraging the Internet to Promote Your Business |
| Seminar |
| Brunswick Community College
Leland Campus, Hwy. 74/76 |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 15, 2010 - 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Improving Sales & Profits Seminar Series |
| Attracting Customers and Event Marketing. Topics of interest: Appearance is Everything, Bridging Territories for customers, Event Marketing, Customer Service. Presenter: Janis Mueller, Small Business Technology Development Center @ UNCW |
| Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
Welcome Center, 4841 Long Beach Road,
Southport, NC |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
| Presented by SBTDC @ UNC Wilmington & Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. |
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September 16, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| QuickBooks Pro, Getting Started for Small Business |
| Brunswick Community College
Leland Campus - Hwy. 74/76 |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 16, 2010 - 10:00 AM |
| Ribbon Cutting Ceremony- Rest Easy Sleep Galleries |
| Celebrate the Opening of Rest Easy Sleep Galleries at 4455 Long Beach Road, Southport |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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September 16, 2010 - 12:00 PM |
| Ribbon Cutting Ceremony-CIS Thrift Shop in BSL |
| Communities In Schools Thrift Shop
3000George II Highway, Boiling Spring Lakes
(next to Security Savings Bank) |
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September 18, 2010 - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Leland Under the Lights Car Show & Cruise-In |
| A classic car show and Cruise-In. Food. Entertainment. Rain or shine. Event of North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce to benefit the Chamber and North Brunswick High School Scholarship Fund. |
| Brunswick Forest
Route 17, Leland |
| Contact: North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce. |
| 910/383-0553 |
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September 18 - October 2, 2010 |
| North Carolina Fall Litter Sweep |
| All Roads Statewide |
| Contact: NC Department of Transportation |
| 800/331-5864 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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September 20, 2010 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| QuickBooks Pro, Payroll for Small Business |
| Brunswick Community College
Main Campus, Hwy. 17, Supply |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 21, 2010 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| How to Start A Small Business Seminar |
| Brunswick Community College
Leland Campus - Hwy. 74/76 |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 21, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Southport Community Building
223 E. Bay Street, Southport |
| Contact: Randy Jones or Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 or 910/457-7927 |
| Admission/Fees: Free - Registration Required - 457-0003 |
| Event of & sponsored by NC Maritime Museum @ Southport and City of Southport Department of Tourism. |
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September 23, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Business After Hours- Coldwell Banker SeaCoast |
| 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. |
| Coldwell Banker SeaCoast Realty
4911 Long Beach Road, SE
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Call to Register |
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September 23, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| QuickBooks Pro, Payroll for Small Business |
| Brunswick Community College
Leland Campus, Hwy. 74/76 |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 24 - 26, 2010 |
| North Carolina Wine & Food Weekend |
| Celebrate North Carolina Grape Appreciation Month by enjoying the best of NC wine and food offerings. Weekend events include wine tastings, a wine dinner and a sparkling wine brunch. Weekend Packages Available. www.ncfoodandwine.com
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| Bald Head Island |
| Contact: Bald Head Island Limited |
| 910/457-7440 |
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September 25, 2010 - 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 re-enacting daily duties and drills. Included with regular admission. |
| USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship
Hwy. 17/74/76/421 Intersection
Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 Ext. 2046 |
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September 25, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Managing Risk in Non-Profit Organizations |
| Church records 101. What records to or not to keep confidential. What records to keep, not to keep and how long. You have a "Duty of Care"...why we need incorporation, current bylaws and policy. Developing Policies that work. |
| Brunswick Community College
Main Campus, Hwy. 17, Supply |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 25, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Secure Your Nonprofit's Finances...It makes cents |
| How to recognize and prevent embezzlement. How to handle theft. Consequences of embezzlement. How to protect your treasurer. Rules for receiving charitable contributions. Important measures against money mismanagement. |
| Brunswick Community College
Main Campus, Hwy.17, Supply |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 28, 2010 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| How to Start A Small Business Seminar |
| Brunswick Community College
Supply Campus, Hwy. 17, Supply |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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September 29, 2010 - 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Turn Prospecting Into Profits |
| Rev up your selling skills with this hands-on workshop filled with individual and group exercises, role plays and customized scripts designed to give participants a step-by-step process to tackle the most challenging aspects of client acquisition. |
| SBTDC
1612 Military Cutoff Road
Wilmington, NC 28403 |
| Contact: 910/962-3744 |
| Admission/Fees: $195.00 per person. Limit 20 participants. |
| Presenters: Jim Blaylock is a seasoned trainer, coach and sales director with over 25 years of experience. Bob Weston, 30 years of business management experience. |
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September 30 - October 2, 2010 - 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
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| 800-457-6964 |
| www.usopenkmt.com |
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September 30, 2010 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Financing Your Small Business Seminar |
| Brunswick Community College
Leland Campus- Hwy. 74/76 |
| Contact: BCC Small Business Center |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
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October 1, 2010 - 7:00 PM |
| Fabulous Fantail Film Festival: Double Feature |
| Get into the Halloween mood by watching the original great monster movies as a horrific double feature: Dracula and Frankenstein! Tickets go on sale at 6pm. Chairs are provided but camp chairs and blankets are welcome. Popcorn and drinks will be on sale. |
| Battleship North Carolina
Highway 17/74/76/421
Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 |
| Admission/Fees: $5.00 per person |
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October 2, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| 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 |
| Gloria Welch - 454-9391, Kathie Wycoff -454-8425 |
| Event of: St. Philips Episcopal & Sacred Heart Catholic Churches. |
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October 2, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Captain Charlie's Kid's Fishing Tournament |
| Registration -8:30am. 16 years of age & under only. Participants 16 years of age are required to hold a valid NC Fishing Permit. Free t-shirt & food while they last. Bring one fishing rod & bait.Co-Sponsored by: Southport Parks & Recreation & Southport Lions Club. |
| Southport Waterfront Pier
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| Contact: Southport Parks & Recreation Department |
| 201 E. Moore Street, Southport |
| 910-457-7965 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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October 4 - 6, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Watercolor Workshop |
| A three-day watercolor workshop with Margaret Hall Hoybach, an award-winning painter and co-author of "colors of France: A Painting Pilgrimage". |
| Franklin Square Gallery
East West Street, Southport |
| Contact: Jan Boland |
| 910/253-3101 |
| Admission/Fees: $175. Deposit ($85) Due now with Balance Due 9/3 |
| Sponsored & Organized by Associated Artists of Southport |
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October 5, 2010 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This month: “Confederate Raider John Moseby: His Men and Their Methods.” Presented by Horace Mewborn, a retired military man, whose specialty is the Confederate cavalry in northern Virginia. |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E. Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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October 6, 2010 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Discovering Brunswick County |
| All you need to do is to look out your back door to see the rich history of this county, plus a little Southern hospitality. Day Trip to Bald Head Island. Fee Covers: Ferry ride to and from the island. Guided tour of the island. Visiting the lighthouse. $10 coupon toward lunch. Transportation to and from the college. |
| Contact: BCC Institue of Lifelong Learning |
| 910/755-7378 |
| Admission/Fees: $90 per person |
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October 8, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Ghost Ship |
| The Ghosts don't care how loud you scream! Come and experience Ghost Ship, a haunted house with ghouls, ghosts, and zombies set on the Battleship for some great and scary Halloween fun. Tickets go on sale at 6:30pm. You must be in the ticket line by 9:30pm to ensure your ticket. Advance tickets are NOT available. |
| Battleship NC
Highway 17/74/76/421
Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 |
| Admission/Fees: $10.00 per person |
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October 8, 2010 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Out of the Box Luncheon |
| Out of the Box Luncheon offer members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce a chance to meet and discuss topics.
Topic: Networking for Profit. Forum Leader: Arthur Kareff, SCORE Counselor & UNCW Cameron Executive Network Member. |
| Surfer's Restaurant
1643 N. Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free. Dutch Treat Lunch. RSVP Requested by 10/6 |
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October 8, 2010 - 7:00 PM |
| Southport Waterfront Movies |
| An Affair to Remember. Bring Chair or blanket. |
| Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Bay Street, Southport |
| 113 W. Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-7927 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
| Event of & sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. & City of Southport Department of Tourism |
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October 11, 2010 - 6:00 PM |
| Meet the Candidates Night |
| Candidates involved in Federal, State, and County Elections will be featured, with some questions coming from the sponsors and co-sponsors as well an an opportunity for questions from the audience. Moderator: Scott Harrell, Brunswick Beacon. General Public is encouraged to attend this session and learn more from the candidates who you will be electing in November to represent you at various governmental levels for the next few years. |
| Brunswick Community College
Odell Williamson Auditorium
Old Highway 17, Supply |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free. Open to the Public.First Come First Serve. |
| Sponsored by Alliance of Brunswick County Property Owners Association (ABCPOA), with co-sponorship from the Brunswick, North Brunswick and Southport-Oak Island Area Chambers of Commerce, State Port Pilot, Star News, Sun News, Brunswick Beacon, ATMC and Brunswick Community College. |
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October 13, 2010 - 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Improving Sales & Profits Seminar Series |
| Keeping & Creating Loyal Customers. Topics of Interest: Communication & Convenience, Up Selling, Cross Selling, Customer Lists, Loyalty...is it rewarded? Presenter: Janis Mueller, Small Business Technology Development Center @ UNCW |
| Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
Welcome Center, 4841 Long Beach Road,
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
| Presented by SBTDC @ UNC Wilmington and the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce |
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October 14, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Business After Hours-Atlantic Realty Professionals |
| 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. |
| Atlantic Realty Professionals
5622 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free -RSVP by 10/11 |
| Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce |
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October 14 - 24, 2010 |
| North Carolina State Fair |
| State Fair Grounds-Raleigh,NC |
| 919/733-2145 |
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October 14, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Southport Woman's Club Fashion Show |
| This event will be a "Cornucopia of Fun and Fashion" and will feature fabulous clothing, a wine tasting, door prizes & raffles, merchandise sales -- all to benefit community charities and scholarships. |
| The Brunswick Center @ Southport
1513 N. Howe Street, Southport |
| Contact: Sue Almeter |
| 910/253-9922 |
| Admission/Fees: $25.00 per person |
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October 15 - 16, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Ghost Ship |
| The Ghosts don't care how loud you scream! Come and experience Ghost Ship, a haunted house with ghouls, ghosts, and zombies set on the Battleship for some great and scary Halloween fun. Tickets go on sale at 6:30pm. You must be in the ticket line by 9:30pm to ensure your ticket. Advance tickets are NOT available. |
| Battleship NC
Intersection of Hwy. 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 |
| Admission/Fees: $10.00 per person |
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October 15, 2010 - 5:00 PM |
| Ribbon Cutting Ceremony-The Grape & Ale |
| Help celebrate The Grape & Ale's new location on Oak Island at 8521 E. Oak Island Drive. Free wine tasting. |
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October 19, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Southport Community Building
223 E. Bay Street, Southport |
| Contact: Randy Jones or Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 or 910/457-7927 |
| Admission/Fees: Free - Registration Required - 457-0003 |
| Event of & sponsored by NC Maritime Museum @ Southport and City of Southport Department of Tourism. |
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October 21, 2010 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Annual Benefit Gala for Children |
| Fundraising event for Communities In Schools of Featuring Brunswick County featuring A Taste of Brunswick County's Finest chefs. Live & Silent Auction. Black Tie Event. |
| SeaTrail Golf Resort & Convention Center
Sunset Beach, NC |
| 910/457-3494 |
| Admission/Fees: $100 per person |
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October 22 - 23, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Ghost Ship |
| The Ghosts don't care how loud you scream! Come and experience Ghost Ship, a haunted house with ghouls, ghosts, and zombies set on the Battleship for some great and scary Halloween fun. Tickets go on sale at 6:30pm. You must be in the ticket line by 9:30pm to ensure your ticket. Advance tickets are NOT available. |
| Battleship NC
Intersection of Hwys. 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 |
| Admission/Fees: $10.00 per person |
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October 26, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Batty Battleship's Halloween Bash |
| Bring your little ghouls and goblins to the Battleship to go trick-or-treating! Fun games, activities, food, and storytelling is all part of the Halloween fun. Batty Battleship is perfect for the little ones and families! |
| Battleship North Carolina
Intersection of Hwys. 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 |
| Admission/Fees: $5 per person |
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October 29 - 30, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Ghost Ship |
| The Ghosts don't care how loud you scream! Come and experience Ghost Ship, a haunted house with ghouls, ghosts, and zombies set on the Battleship for some great and scary Halloween fun. Tickets go on sale at 6:30pm. You must be in the ticket line by 9:30pm to ensure your ticket. Advance tickets are NOT available. |
| Battleship NC
Intersection of Hwys. 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 |
| Admission/Fees: $10.00 Per Person |
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October 29 - 31, 2010 |
| Oktoberfest & Halloween Weekend |
| Enjoy two holidays in one during Bald Head Island's Oktoberfest and Halloween celebration. Adults will enjoy classic German food, beer and music while kids of all ages will love the island-wide trick-or-treat event and other spooky Halloween activities. Island-wide Parade of Homes hosted by The Island Agency. www.celebratebhi.com |
| Bald Head Island |
| Contact: Bald Head Island Limited |
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October 29 - 30, 2010 |
| Pyrate Fest |
| Pirate invasion, weapons demonstration, kids activities, costume contest and trial of Stede Bonnett. Friday Hours TBA. Saturday - 9am-4pm. |
| Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Bay Street, Southport |
| Contact: Peggy McDonald |
| P.O. Box 10127
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/279-4616 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
| Event of & sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. and the City of Southport. |
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October 29, 2010 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| The Pyrate Masquerade |
| Fundraising event for moving expenses. Food, Wine & Beer, Rum Punch, Dancing, Costume Contest, Raffles and more. |
| Southport Community Building
Bay Street, Southport |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-6699 |
| Admission/Fees: $35 per person. $60 per couple |
| Event of Friends of the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport |
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October 30 - 31, 2010 |
| Festival by the Sea |
| Arts and Crafts, Food Vendors, Music, Parade, and more. |
| Under the Holden Beach Bridge |
| 910/842-3828 |
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November 2, 2010 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: “Confederate Commander-in-Chief: The Military Background of Jefferson Davis.” Keith Hardison, Director of Historic Sites in North Carolina will be our guest. He managed the Jefferson Davis house for thirteen years, and is a long time Round Table presenter. |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E.Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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November 3, 2010 - 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Improving Sales & Profits Seminar Series |
| Internet Marketing & Social Networks. |
| Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
Welcome Center, 4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Registration Required |
| Presented by SBTDC @ UNC Wilmington and the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce |
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November 6, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Holly Days |
| Arts & Crafts Fair. |
| Southport Gym
Atlantic Ave., Southport |
| Contact: Barbara Vice |
| 700 W. 9th Street
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-4365 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
| Sponsored by: Southport Baptist Church Bellamy Group |
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November 6, 2010 |
| Maritime Classic Road Race |
| 5K run |
| Bald Head Island |
| P.O. Box 3069
Bald Head Island, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-7381 |
| Admission/Fees: Call For Fees |
|
November 11 - 12, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Artisans Holiday Boutique |
| Features fine arts and fine crafts by local artists at reasonable prices. Admission is free. Mastercard & Visa are accepted. |
| Southport Community Building
Bay Street, Southport |
| Contact: Vivian Woods |
| 910/253-4097 |
| Admission/Fees: Free Admission |
|
November 13, 2010 |
| Hidden Battleship |
| The four-hour behind-the-scenes exploration of un-restored areas of the ship includes the brig, the fire control tower, and SO much more! Fee $45. Fee does NOT include admission to the ship for the regular tour. Friends of the Battleship members and active military are $35. You must be 12 years or older to participate. Be prepared for extensive climbing. Wear comfortable, warm, washable clothing and sturdy, rubber-soled shoes. Bring a camera, but no large backpacks. Pre-registration and payment required by Wednesday, November 5. There will be no walk up tickets available. |
| Battleship North Carolina
Highway 17/74/76/421 Intersection
Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 |
| Admission/Fees: $45 per person. Registration Required |
| Tour Times: 8:30am-12:30pm, 1:30pm-5:30pm |
|
November 16, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program |
| Southport Community Building
223 E. Bay Street, Southport |
| Contact: Mary Strickland |
| 910/457-0003 or 910/457-7927 |
| Admission/Fees: Free - Registration Required - 457-0003 |
| Event of & sponsored by NC Maritime Museum @ Southport and City of Southport Department of Tourism. |
|
November 18, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Business After Hours - Brunswick Community College |
| Social event for Chamber members and potential Chamber members. A relaxed atmosphere where business men and women can meet, network and do business after hours. Heavy Hors d'oeuvres & Refreshments. Members of all three chambers in the County will be invited to attend. |
| Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium in the Virginia Williamson Events Center -Main Campus- Hwy. 17, Supply |
| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations Requested |
| Event of: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce and North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce and Hosted by: Brunswick Community College |
|
November 25, 2010 |
| HAPPY THANKSGIVING |
| Chamber Office Closed 11/25, 11/26, 11/27, 11/28 |
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December 3 - 18, 2010 |
| Christmas By The Sea Festival |
| Home tours, entertainment, parades, concerts, flotilla, and more. Visit festival website for complete details including dates for each event and sponsoring organizations. www.christmasbysea.com |
| Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4841 Long Beach Road, SE
Southport, NC 28461 |
| 910/457-6964 or 800/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: Admission Fees Vary. Some events are free. |
|
December 3, 2010 - January 6, 2011 |
| Holiday Lighting of the Ship |
| USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship
Hwy. 17/74/76/421 Intersection
Wilmington, NC |
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December 4, 2010 - 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 re-enacting daily duties and drills. Included with regular admission. |
| USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship
Hwy. 17/74/76/421 Intersection
Wilmington, NC |
| 910/251-5797 Ext. 2046 |
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December 4, 2010 - 2:00 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 |
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December 6 - 7, 2010 |
| Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance |
| The Azalea Coast Amateur Radio Club hosts a world wide ham radio operator event aboard the Battleship commemorating the December 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor. Radio operators making contact will receive a special postcard verifying contact. Monday @ 7pm, Tuesday @ 12noon. |
| USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship
Hwy. 17/74/76/421 Intersection
Wilmington, NC |
| 910/367-1758 |
|
December 7, 2010 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: “The Early Days of the Civil War in New Mexico.” Presented by Jim McKee, BCWRT Vice President and senior staff member at the Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historical Site. This topic is especially close to Jim since the Confederates in New Mexico captured an ancestor, a physician in the U.S. Army. |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E. Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
December 11, 2010 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| North Carolina Christmas Parade and Festival |
| Food, Entertainment, Kids Games & Parade.
Parade begins at 10am(roads close at 9am)Parade lineup starts at 7am on Village Road, Leland. |
| 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 24 - 27, 2010 |
| Merry Christmas |
| Chamber Office Closed. |
| 910/457-6964 |
|
December 31, 2010 - January 2, 2011 |
| Happy New Year |
| Chamber Office Closed. |
| 910/457-6964 |
|
January 3, 2011 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: “Civil War Medicine.” Presented by Don Johnson, physician- turned-historian and instructor at UNC-W. His interest is in the history of medicine, especially for the many thousands needing medical attention during the Civil War. |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E. Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
February 1, 2011 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: “Civil War Women: Spies, Nurses and Homemakers.” Charen Fink is our presenter. She is a former nurse, a Director of our BCWRT, and has been involved in a variety of Civil War-related activities, including presentations as a Living History interpreter for the past eighteen years, “in period dress.” |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E. Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
February 20, 2011 - 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 in cooperation with the City of Southport Department of Tourism.
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|
February 27, 2011 - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| 8th Annual Antique Appraisal Fair |
| Experienced appraisers will give opinions on the value of your antiques. Limit 3 hand-carried items including gemstones, textiles & quilts. Limited # of appraisals. |
| Southport Community Center
Bay Street, Southport |
| 910/363-4183 |
| Admission/Fees: $7 per antique item |
| Sponsored by the Southport Chapter of P.E.O. "Funds For Education Projects" |
|
March 1, 2011 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: “Abraham Lincoln as Commander-in-Chief.” Our guest presenter is Richard Starnes, head of the History Department, Western Carolina University. He has published two books, including articles on the Civil War era concerning historic memory and the resurgent “Rebels” in North Carolina during Reconstruction. |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E. Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
April 5, 2011 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: “King Cotton Diplomacy: Dreams and Realities.” Presenting is Dr. Max Williams, Professor Emeritus, Western Carolina University and a founding Director of our BCWRT. He is a member of the N.C. Historical Commission. Among his many publications are four volumes of “The Papers of William Alexander Graham,” as well as numerous articles and reviews. |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E. Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
April 16, 2011 - 8:30 AM |
| Oak Island Lighthouse 5K , 10K & 1 Mile Fun Run |
| 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. 1 Mile Fun Run for children 10 and under will be held starting and finishing at the NC Baptist Assembly - begins at 9:30am. |
| 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 |
| Early Registration: $20 per person, $10 military/law enforcement on entries postmarked by March 18th. Late Registration: $25 per person, $10 military/law enforcement after March 18th. 1 Mile Fun Run Registration: $10. T-shirt or tank included with the first 400 run/walk entries. T-Shirts or tanks are not included in the 1 Mile Fun Run registration fee. |
|
May 2, 2011 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: “President Jefferson Davis and Governor Zebulon Vance: Quarrelsome Partners in the Confederate War Effort.” Our presenter is Joe A. Mobley who was in the Publication Section, North Carolina Office of Archives and History for many years before retiring to do his own research and writing. |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E. Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
|
May 7, 2011 - 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 provided by U.S. Foods. R.A. Jeffreys Distributing of Wilmington, 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
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| 910/457-6964 |
| Admission/Fees: $70 per person |
| Proceeds benefit Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. First Saturday in May. |
|
June 6, 2011 - 6:30 PM |
| Brunswick Civil War Round Table |
| Monthly Programs featuring prominent Civil War historians, authors, college professors and Civil War re-enactors presenting and discussing a variety of subjects relating to this important period in our country’s history. This Month: “The Texas Brigade at Gettysburg.” Presented by Susannah Ural, BCWRT Charter Member and Assoc. Professor of History, the University of Southern Mississippi. Her interests range from social to military subjects relating to the Civil War. |
| Trinity United Methodist Church
209 E.Nash Street, Southport |
| 910/253-7382 or 910/253-3249 |
| Admission/Fees: Free |
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