Calendar of Events
Events for Summer 2011
| On Going Events 2011 First Friday Gallery Walk June 3, July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2 Every first Friday Lantana’s Gallery & Fine Gifts, The Ricky Evans Gallery and The Franklin Square Gallery sponsor a horse drawn carriage that offers complimentary rides from gallery to gallery where each venue has different refreshments, featured artists and other entertainment. 5-7 p.m. Howe Street, Southport. 910-457-0957. www.lantanasgallery.com FREE Sunday Movies at the Lake Sundays, June through August. Carolina Beach. 910-458-8434. FREE Fireworks on the Beach Thursdays, June through August. Carolina Beach. 910-458-8434. FREE Summer Concerts Fridays, June through August. Fort Military Recreation Area in Kure Beach. 910-458-8434. June 1-Aug. 14, Mary Holloway Seasonal Interpreter Wednesdays through Sundays. A costumed guide will provide tours of the fort and small arms weapons demonstrations. Please contact Fort Fischer for information on tour schedules. 910-458-5538 or fischer@ncmail.net Every Other Saturday July-Aug., Cannoneers: Load, Ready, Fire July 2, 16, 30 and Aug. 13. Learn about Civil War artillery. Uniformed staff will teach artillery drill to kids of all ages. Fort Fischer. 910-458-5538. 2nd & 4th Sunday June-Aug. & Every Sunday in Sept., Summer Sundays Concert Series June 12, 26, July 10, 24, Aug. 14, 28, and Sept. 4, 11, 18, & 25. Keziah Park, Southport. 910-457-7927. 2nd Saturday June-Aug., Battleship 101 June 11, July 9, Aug. 13. Ship volunteers stationed the ship engage visitors in specific subjects and areas including: gunnery, radar, sickbay, galley, engineering, and shipboard life. Battleship North Carolina. Included with admission. 910-251-5797. www.battleshipnc.com June 16-Aug. 11, Fort Fisher Civil War Experience (Summer Thursdays) Hands-on kids’ activities throughout the day. Anything from living the soldier’s life and drilling to planting seeds to take home. Fort Fischer. 910-458-5538. May 6-8, “Amadeus” Opera House Theatre Company. 910-762-4234 or 910-343-3664. www.operahousetheatrecompany.net 30, Memorial Day Observance Remember those who gave their lives in service and honor veterans at our 46th annual 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 commemorative memorial wreath cast onto the waters. FREE. Program site will be on the Fantail of the Battleship. Call 910-251-5797. June 3-5, Shallotte Point Flounder Tournament 910-579-3757. 4, 26th Annual Beach Music Festival Beach Stage in Carolina Beach in front of the Boardwalk. www.pleasureislandnc.org 8-12, 17-19, 24-26, “The King and I” Opera House Theatre Company. 910-762-4234 or 910-343-3664. www.operahousetheatrecompany.net 11, Beach Music Festival Come kick off the Battleship North Carolina’s 50th Anniversary Beach Music Festival. Enjoy food, prizes and a whole lot of music and dancing. Admission. 910-251-5797. www.battleshipnc.com 18, Storms of Shot and Shells: Civil War Artillery Experience the awe of this artillery extravaganza with a multitude of Civil War artillery pieces, contrasted with modern artillery shared by the local armed forces organizations. Fort Fischer. 910-458-5538. July 2-4, NC 4th of July Festival Southport 910-457-6964 4, 4th of July Riverfront Celebration The City of Wilmington proudly presents the 4th of July Celebration featuring the Battleship Blast brought to you by the City of Wilmington and the Battleship North Carolina. From 4 p.m.- 10 p.m. food vendors will be on hand, as well as bands playing in Riverfront Park. Fireworks at 9:05 p.m. Call 910-341-7855 or 910-251-5797. 4, 4th of July Cruise Aboard the Henrietta III Come aboard North Carolina’s Largest Riverboat as we celebrate our Independence Day!! Boards 30 minutes prior to cruise. Pre-paid reservations required. Boarding begins at 6 p.m. Call 800-676-0162 or 910-343-1611. 4, Independence Day Service July 4th service with patriotic music and a short patriotic address. Long hosted by the New Hanover County Veterans Council. Wilmington National Cemetery. 4, 15th Annual Battleship Blast Watch one of the largest choreographed fireworks displays in the State cascade over the Battleship. Bring the entire family and enjoy an explosive evening! Primary viewing from historic downtown Wilmington. Fireworks at 9:05 p.m. Due to the fireworks, the Battleship closes at 6:00 p.m. Call 910-251-5797. www.battleshipnc.com 6-10, 15-17, 22-24, “Annie” Opera House Theatre Company. 910-762-4234 or 910-343-3664. www.operahousetheatrecompany.net 8-10, Annual East Coast Got-Em-On Classic Enjoy this long running fishing tournament in its 30th year. Sponsored by the East Coast Got Em On Live. Details 910-512-0542. www.gotemonliveclassic.com 9, Classy-Chassis Car Show & Country Flew Market Antique & Classic Cars and Motorcycles on the plantation at Historic Poplar Grove. Juried Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. includes vendors, food, and prizes. Registration from 8 a.m.-Noon. The Country Flea Market opens at 9 a.m. 910-686-9518. www.poplargrove.com 29-31, “Oliver” 7:30 p.m. July 29, 30, Aug. 5 & 6. 3:00 p.m. July 31 & Aug. 7. Odell Williamson Auditorium. On the campus of Brunswick Community College. www.brunswicklittletheatre.com August 3-7, 12-14, 19-21, “Hairspray” Opera House Theatre Company. 910-762-4234 or 910-343-3664. www.operahousetheatrecompany.net 5-7, “Oliver” See July 29-31 6, Need for Speed Representing that the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA was the 1st of 10 Fast Battleships to join the American Fleet in WWII, the Need for Speed event will showcase all aspects of acceleration from boats, cars, motorcycles and more. Free. 910-251-5797. www.battleshipnc.com 13, The Blue and Gray Navies Displays set up that highlight the history of the USS North Carolina and the CSS North Carolina during the American Civil War. Displays will include steam engineering, ironclad ship construction, and much more. Battleship North Carolina. Included with admission. 910-251-5797. www.battleshipnc.com 29, Children’s Crab Derby Southport, 910-457-7945. September Aug. 31-Sept.4, 9-11, “Man of La Mancha” Opera House Theatre Company. 910-762-4234 or 910-343-3664. www.operahousetheatrecompany.net 2-3, Brunswick Islands Saltwater Classic Holden Beach Marina (800)KING-MAC. www.saltwaterclassicseries.com 7, Downtown Wilmington Art Walk 10th Annual. With over 20 area vendors, this event will offer the best art from the region in one location. Front Street. Downtown City parking decks, will be free for the entire day. Call 216-374-8884. 24, 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. Battleship North Carolina. 910-251-5797. Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. www.battleshipnc.com 30- Oct. 1, 33rd Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament
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October 2, 50th Anniversary of Battleship NC The Battleship NORTH CAROLINA came to Wilmington, NC on Oct. 2, 1961 and opened to the public later that year. For this day, the ship will open to the public at 1961 prices, 50 cents for adults and 25 cents for kids. A perfect time to remember and reflect. 910-251-5797. www.battleshipnc.com 7-9, Riverfest 2011 Downtown Wilmington’s streets host a family fun festival that winds its way along the Cape Fear River. Festival features music, arts and crafts, exhibits, dance performances, contests, children’s activities, food, river events, friendly competitions, fireworks and more. 910-452-6862. www.wilmingtonriverfest.com 8-9, 18th Annual Seafood, Blues and Jazz Festival Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area, Kure Beach. www.pleasureislandnc.org 14, 21-22, Ghost Ship North Carolina’s only haunted battleship! Admission. 910-251-5797. www.battleshipnc.com 15-16, North Carolina Oyster Festival 31st Annual. Ocean Isle Beach, 910-754-6644 or 800-426-6644. www.brunswickcountychamber.org 21-23, 28-30 Halloween Festival at Poplar Grove Throughout the years the biggest and best Halloween Festival around. Haunted Barn, Haunted Hayride, non-scary hayrides (2 p.m.-6 p.m. Saturday & Sunday), Kiddie Funhouse with puppet show, games, prizes, and a maze. Fortune tellers, costume contest, carnival rides and games, and food, food, food! Call 910-686-9518. www.poplargrove.com 15, Salty Paws Festival This festival is the opportunity for pet owners to bring their dogs to the lake park at Carolina Beach for fun, contests, and socializing. All funds raised are used for the benefit of animals. $5 admission fee with children free and pets welcome. Reduced-fee microchipping will be available, and pet rescue services will take applications from those desiring to have a rescued pet. 910-458-3266 or www.savinganimalsduringdisasters.org 21-23, 27-31, Horse Drawn Ghost Trolley Listen to ghost stories tailored for young children, on the way to the “Ghost barn”. 6-9 p.m. Short Halloween skit performed in the barn. $12 adults, $5 children under 12. Free treats for children. Call 910-251-8889. www.horsedrawntours.com 22, “Hidden Beneath the Sand: Fort Fischer Archaeology, 1960-2011” Listen as archaeologists speak on the amazing historical finds at Fort Fischer and in our area waterways. Kids of all ages will get to participate in mock “digs”. Fort Fischer, 910-458-5538. 25, 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. Perfect for the little ones and families! Admission. 910-251-5797. www.battleshipnc.com 29-30, North Carolina Festival By the Sea Holden Beach. 910-842-3828. November 5, St. Stanislaus Polish Festival Polish foods galore, live music, kiddie fun, craft sale, raffle and silent auction, bake sale, church tours, no admission fee and beer is served! Castle Hayne, NC. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 910-675-2336. www.ststanspolishfestival.org 5, 27th Annual Maritime Classic Road Race Bald Head Island. 910-457-3701. www.baldheadisland.com 6, 13th Annual Battleship Half Marathon The Wilmington Roadrunners conduct this challenging USATF-certified race that starts and finishes at the Battleship, encompassing three bridges and Greenfield Lake. Funds benefit Battleship and the Wilmington Family YMCA. Call 910-398-5539, www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org, or www.battleshiphalfmarathon.active.com. 10-13, Cucalorus Film Festival 17th annual. Beginning with a magical event in the fall of 1994, Cucalorus has established itself as one of the few truly independent film festivals in the world, serving the needs of filmmakers before the interests of corporate sponsors or the studios. Call 910-343-5995. 11, FREE Day NC Aquarium Veterans’ Day is one of two days reserved each year for the public to visit the Aquariums without an admission charge. The other “free day” is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 800-832-3474. 11, Veterans Day Service Long hosted by New Hanover County Veterans Council, this program features patriotic music, a short address, and a recurring presentation of “A Veteran Is,” a homily long featured in Veterans Day programs. 910-763-3702. 11-13, 18-20, “The Fabulous Fable Factory” Nov. 11, 12, 18, & 19 at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 & 20 at 3:00 p.m. Playhouse 211. www.brunswicklittletheatre.com 12, Friends of Fort Fischer Annual Meeting Celebrate accomplishments over lunch, hear plans regarding the future of the historic site, and listen to a presentation by a noted Civil War author. Open to members and their guests. Fort Fischer, 910-458-5538. 25, Holiday Lighting of the Ship As part of the City of Wilmington’s annual downtown Christmas tree lighting, the ship will also take part by illuminating the ship from the bow, up to the masts and down to the stern. Lit nightly from dusk until 11:00 p.m. with the best view from downtown Wilmington. 910-251-5797. 26, Turkey Trot A benefit for Habitat for Cape Fear Habitat Humanity. www.capefearhabitat.org 910-762-4744. Nov. 28- Dec. 17, Christmas by the Sea Parade on Dec. 3. Southport Oak Island. 910-457-6964. December 2, Island of Lights Christmas Parade Festive fun and entertainment for all. 910-458-5507 or e-mail famassey@charter.net. www.islandoflights.org 3, Battleship Alive See Sept. 24 4, Christmas Open House at Poplar Grove Sip some yuletide punch and nibble on a Christmas cookie in the warmth of our “Victorian Christmas” Manor House. Stroll the beautifully decorated plantation, see the blacksmith or weaver creating their treasures, or visit the farm animals. 910-686-9518. www.poplargrove.com 9, Holiday Open House Enjoy our wassail bowl and good cheer while saving %15 on all gift shop purchases for that special history lover. Friends members save %25 on this day only. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fort Fischer, 910-458-5538. 10, Shallotte Christmas Parade 910-754-4032 10, Island of Lights Tour of Homes www.islandoflights.org. 910-458-7116. 10, Southport Christmas Tour of Homes Southport. 910-457-7927. 16-24, Christmas Caroling Come and sing Christmas carols with Santa and his special “reindeer”. Snuggle under warm lap blankets while enjoying the beautiful Christmas lights. 6-10 p.m. Market & Water Streets, downtown Wilmington. $12 adults, $5 children under 12. Free candy canes for children. www.horsedrawntours.com. 910-251-8889. 31, New Years Eve Celebration Cruise Ring in 2012 in style cruising the Cape Fear River aboard North Carolina’s Largest Riverboat the Henrietta III . Boards 30 minutes prior to cruise. Pre-paid reservations required. Call 800-676-0162 or 910-343-1611.
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