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May 1 - September 25, 2013 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Southport Waterfront Market
The Southport Waterfront Market is held every Wednesday morning from 8am until 1pm, May 1st (first Wednesday in May) through September 25th (last Wednesday in September). The location on the Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn overlooking the Cape Fear River is a treat in itself. You can browse the beautiful local produce, baked goods and handcrafted items spread under ancient live oak trees. There is a breeze off the river as well as music in the air as entertainment is always available.
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport, NC
Contact: Marion Martin & Dottie Nixa
P.O.Box 10127 Southport, NC 28461
910/279-4616 & 910/620-2308
Admission/Fees: Free
Organized & Sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc.

May 13 - September 9, 2013 - 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Oak Island Farmer's Market- Every Monday
Fruits, vegetables, honey. Handmade or homegrown products.
Middleton Park Extension -Oak Island Soccer Field 49th Street, SE Oak Island, NC 28465
Contact: Town of Oak Island
910/278-5518

May 17 - 31, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Call For Artists Franklin Square Summer Show
Artists are asked to submit their work for the juried Summer Regional Show, the highlight of the season. Participants will vie for prizes and honors worth almost $2,000 to be awarded at a reception to be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 7. Paintings will be judged by Gina Strumph while ceramic art will be judged by sculptor Judy Mooney. The show runs June 3 to 22. Entry forms and prospectus are available on the Gallery website at www.franklinsquaregallery.com or call or email the chairperson Kimberly Banderas.
Franklin Square Gallery 130 E. West Street Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Kimberly Bandera
910/363-4811
Admission/Fees: Entry is $30 for two pieces of art

May 24, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
1st Annual Brunswick County Senior Prom
A night of dancing, socializing, food & fun. Music by The Brunswick Big Band. Attire: Black Tie or Business.
The Brunswick Center, 1513 N. Howe Street, Ste. 1, Smithville Crossing, Southport, NC 28461
910/454-0583
Admission/Fees: $10.00 per person
Sponsored by: Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral Services, Walgreens, Ocean Trail Health Care & Rehabilitation Center & Dosher Memorial Hospital. Tickets available at all Brunswick Senior Resource senior centers and sites.

May 24, 2013 - 9:30 AM
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony-Coastline Insurance OKI
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Coastline Insurance Associates of NC's 2nd Office. Coastline Insurance Coastline Insurance Associates of NC is a local independent insurance agency; serving Brunswick, New Hanover, and surrounding counties. They are experienced and well versed in the unique challenges of insuring coastal property. Whether it's your auto, business, first home, or your dream home, their agents will work with you to secure the coverage you need.
Coastline Insurance Associates of NC, Inc. 8821 E. Oak Island Drive, Suite 2,Oak Island

May 24 - 26, 2013 - 8:00 PM
Talkin 'Bout My Generation Music Revue
Brunswick Little Theatre will present TALKIN' 'BOUT MY GENERATION, a revue of the music of the British invasion of the 1960's. The program will include such favorites as "Downtown" (Petula Clark version), "Son of a Preacher Man" (Dusty Springfield version, "Hey Jude" (The Beatles version), "Nights in White Satin" (Moody Blues), and many more. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
Franklin Square Park West West Street, Southport, NC 28461
Admission/Fees: Free

May 25, 2013 - 9:00 AM
Historical Southport Bicycle Tours
The Adventure Kayak Company co-sponsored with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport are please to continue the 2012 Historical Southport Bicycle tours.Bring your own bicycle and helmet and join the fun tour fee $15.00 or $20.00 tour fee including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent. All Historical Southport Bicycle Tours will meet at The Adventure Kayak Company located at 807 Howe St. in Southport. Pre registraion and pre payement required.
Contact: The Adventure Kayak Company
910/454-0607

May 27, 2013 - 5:45 PM
48th Annual Memorial Day Observance
On Memorial Day, May 27, 2013, at 5:45 pm, people of all generations from across the State will gather together on the deck of the Battleship to pay their respects. An emotional ceremony, preceding and concluding with military musical arrangements provided by an Armed Forces Band, and a 21-gun salute, the Executive Director of the Battleship, Captain Terry A. Bragg and members of the USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship Commission invite the public to this free event.
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: Free

May 31, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Doing What Matters Conference
Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter will host a free community conference on “Doing What Matters". The free conference includes breakfast snacks, complimentary lunch, and educational and motivational resource materials. Featured speakers will include David Rendall, who will get the audience laughing as he encourages everyone to embrace their “Freak Factor: Discovering Uniqueness by Flaunting Weakness;” Jen Johnson, who will talk about “The Art of Living Mindfully,” and Shawn Hessee, a motivation speaker who will talk about, “Rolling Through Adversity.” The conference will encourage participants to invigorate, self-examine, determine their strengths, and appreciate their uniqueness. Rendall will discuss how weaknesses can lead to strengths; Johnson is a mindfulness-based stress reduction teacher; and Hessee, who is also a comedian, will share his experience of living with cerebral palsy and being confined to a wheelchair as a result of being born premature to a mother addicted to drugs. In between these inspirational speakers, short video clips will tie these messages together and encourage attendees to reflect on their meanings. Local community members will share their own personal and powerful testimonies on how to make every moment matter.
Odell Williamson Auditorium, on the campus of Brunswick Community College, 150 College Road NE, in Bolivia.
Contact: Jason Clamme
910.796-7943
Register by May 24, by calling or email Jason.clamme@lcfh.org.

June 1, 2013 - 7:30 AM
Bridge to Pier Triathlon
Triathlon Race, 750 meter swim, 18 mile bike, and a 4 mile run.
Oak Island & Surrounding Area
Contact: Tony Panigutti
150 W. 9th Ave. #1308 Denver, Co 80204
303/882-8304
Admission/Fees: $60.00 + depending on when registered.
Sponsored by & Organized by Without Limits Productions. http://www.withoutlimits.co/bridge-to-bridge-triathlon#!__bridge-to-bridge-triathlon

June 3 - 22, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Franklin Square Gallery Regional Show
A juried show features works by painters and potters from the Carolinas who are invited to submit up to two works. Two out-of-town judges decided which works will be included for exhibition. The judges will award prizes in various categories including Best of Show. There will be a public reception for the artists on Friday, June 7 from 5pm-7pm during the monthly First Friday Gallery Walk in downtown Southport.
Franklin Square Gallery 130 E. West Street, Southport
Contact: Franklin Square Gallery
910/457-5450
Admission/Fees: Free.
Organized & Sponsored by Associated Artists of Southport

June 4, 2013 - 6:30 PM
Brunswick Civil War Round Table
Richard Starnes, dedicated teacher, researcher, author and Dean of Arts & Sciences at Western Carolina University. His presentation covers the events following the war, entitled, "Reconstruction: The Resurrection of the Rebs."
Trinity United Methodist Church 209 E. Nash Street, Southport
Contact: Wally Rueckel
910/253-7382
Admission/Fees: $5 per visitor. Members & Visiting Students Free
Visitor fee can be applied toward the annual membership dues of $25 for adults and couples.

June 8, 2013
Battle of the Bands
Open to all bands that would like to enter, there is a cash prize and does not cost anything to enter
Spring Lake Park in BSL. Spring Lake Park is located on Pine Road just a short distance from E. Boiling Spring Road
Contact: Mary Stilwell
910/845-2762

June 8, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Battleship 101
Volunteers stationed throughout the ship engage visitors in specific subjects and areas including: gunnery, radar, sick bay, galley, engineering, and daily shipboard life.
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Intersection of Highways 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: Free with Battleship admission.

June 8, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Legacy Series: Armored Cruiser NC & the Great War
June kicks off the annual Battleship’s Legacy Series as part of the 2nd Saturday programs. During WWI the ACR-12 was assigned to the Cruiser and Transport Force and began escorting troop ships across the Atlantic in July 1917. She made nine round trips covering 60,000 miles and escorting 61 troop ships safely to the French coast. When the war ended in November 1918, the ACR-12 brought the troops home. The ship made six transport voyages and brought nearly 9,000 soldiers home. In the Visitor Center enjoy engaging with uniformed interpreters and asking about their elaborate displays of WWI uniforms, guns and equipment.
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Intersection of Highways 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
Contact: Battleship North Carolina
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: Free with Battleship Admission

June 8, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
NC Maritime Musuem @ Southport 2nd Saturday Event
We Fished for a Living. In honor of those who piloted workboats, pulled nets, processed shrimp, crabs, and menhaden, the NC Maritime Museum at Southport will kick off the summer with its first 2013 2nd Saturday program celebrating the history of fisheries! See net makers who have passed the trade down for generations, learn about wooden NC workboats and shrimp trawlers. See exhibits regarding the industries that kept Southport afloat during hard times. While at the museum enjoy demonstrations, visit our local artisans and vendors onsite. Don’t forget to buy fresh, local, seafood!
NC Maritime Museum @ Southport 204 E. Moore Street, Southport
Contact: NC Maritime Museum @ Southport
910/457-0003
Admission/Fees: Free.

June 8, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
St. Philip's 18th Annual Lobster & Bake Sale
Live or Cooked Lobsters only $17.00 Each (Average Lobster Size 1.25+ pounds). Order Deadline June 4th at 4:30pm. No Refunds on orders not picked up by 3pm. Lobster bibs, picks, and lobster crackers for sale. Also featuring: Homemade coleslaw, salads, rolls, pies, and other baked goods. Two large lobsters will be raffled off the day of the sale. Tickets are $2 each or three for $5. Tickets are available at the church office or the day of the sale.
St. Philip's Episcopal Church 108 Dry Street, Southport
910/457-5643
Admission/Fees: $17.00 Each-Order Deadline June 4th

June 13, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Silhouette Artist Clay Rice Visits Museum
Internationally known artist Clay Rice will be at the Museum of Coastal Carolina when the Museum officially opens its new Coastal Gallery. The Gallery’s opening exhibit will include silhouette art by Clay Rice and his grandfather, Carew Rice. Mr. Rice will tell stories, play his guitar, and sing from 11:00 to noon on June 13. In addition, he will be available all day if you would like him to create a silhouette of your child or grandchild. It takes him approximately 5 minutes to complete a silhouette. Appointments for silhouettes must be booked in advance by calling 910-579-1016. The cost is $42 per person for two copies of the same silhouette; $10 for additional copies. Frames and mats are extra.
Museum of Coastal Carolina 21 East Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC
910/579-1016
Admission to the museum is $8 for adults 13-61, $7 for seniors 62+, $6 for children 3-12 and free for children ages 2 and under.

June 14 - October 11, 2013 - 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
2nd Friday Art Workshop
a different workshop is held each month (Jan—Oct). Details are available at www.oakislandartguild.org. Scheduled so far May 10: Jane Staszak, painting. June 14: Ortrud Tyler, abstract painting. July 12: Vangie Peterson, reed basketry.August 9: Joyce Grazetti/Pat Carney, fish prints.
Oak Island Recreation Center 3003 E. Oak Island Drive,Oak Island, NC 28465
Contact: Jo Ann Staat
joannstaat@gmail.com
910/201-4090
Admission/Fees: Free to anyone 18 years or older
Organized by Oak Island Art Guild and Sponsored by the Oak Island Art Guild and the NC Arts Council, an agency funded by the State of North Carolina and the National Endowment for the Arts.

June 14, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Out of the Box Luncheon
An opportunity for members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce to meet and discuss issues important to business. Topic: “Realizing Revenue With Your Best Marketing” - Pinterest, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Facilitator: Vanessa Marttinen, American Marketeur, LLC. Sponsored by BCC Small Business Center.
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Bring Your Own Lunch. RSVP Requested by 6/12
Event of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.

June 15, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Clean Water Celebration
Join the North Carolina Coastal Federation and Town of Oak Island for a Clean Water Celebration! Help us celebrate community efforts to protect and restore local water quality and habitats on Saturday, June 15. Register online at nccoast.org to volunteer and install plants at Waterway Park from 10 a.m. to noon. Following morning planting, a party will be held at the park from noon to 2 p.m. The celebration with include live music, give-a-ways, fun kids’ activities, a touch tank and educational displays. Bring your family members to meet Tim, a pelican from Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter, or enter to win a six-person boat ride from Parrot Head Charters. Featuring refreshments from the Trolly Stop and Sunset Slush and a special membership price of $15.
Waterway Park, 1504 E. Yacht Drive, Oak Island, NC 28465
Contact: Caitie Forde-Smith
910/509-2838
Admission/Fees: Free
Organized & Sponsored by North Carolina Coastal Federation & Town of Oak Island.

June 15, 2013 - 9:00 AM
Historical Southport Bicycle Tours
The Adventure Kayak Company co-sponsored with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport are please to continue the 2012 Historical Southport Bicycle tours.Bring your own bicycle and helmet and join the fun tour fee $15.00 or $20.00 tour fee including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent. All Historical Southport Bicycle Tours will meet at The Adventure Kayak Company located at 807 Howe St. in Southport. Pre registraion and pre payement required.
Contact: The Adventure Kayak Company
910/454-0607

June 18, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Third Tuesday Evening Adult Program
Behind the Gates: Orton Plantation Dillon Epp & Nick Dawson. Join the NC Maritime Museum at Southport and The Friends of the Museum as we present our Third Tuesday Evening Adult Program, Behind the Gates: Orton Plantation with Dillon Epp & Nick Dawson. The Orton Plantation, home of Roger Moore, Benjamin Smith, and James Sprunt, was closed to the public in 2010 and acquired by Louis Moore Bacon. A fury of renovations, improvements and collaborations have been ongoing. Epp and Dawson will describe their efforts to restore the rice fields, long leaf pine forest, and gardens of this historic 8,500 acre property.
Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay Street, Southport
Contact: NC Maritime Museum @ Southport
910/457-0003
Admission/Fees: Free. Registration Required.

June 19, 2013 - 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Spt-OI Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
Keynote Speaker: Johnny Griffin, Director of the Wilmington Film Commission. A celebration of the Chamber's year including retirement of directors, announcement of Small Business Person of the Year & Ambassador of the Year. 8:00am - Registration & Breakfast 8:30am Meeting & Speaker.
The Brunswick Center @ Southport 1513 N. Howe Street, Southport
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4433 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: $20.00
Event of: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.

June 20, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Business Networking After Hours
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.
Brunswick County Sheriff's Office 70 Stamp Act Drive Bolivia, NC 28422
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free - RSVP by 6/17
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

June 22, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Southport-Oak Island Pageant
Ambassador title will be awarded to one girl. Raise money for the scholarship and turn it in the day of the pageant. The girl with the most money raised will win the title and be crowned Ambassador which is a VERY important title. Checks can be made to: CIS for the Teddy Hyatt Scholarship.
Oak Island Recreation Center 3003 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, NC 28465
Contact: Alecia Geddings
Admission/Fees: Fees Charged
www.MissSPOI.webs.com. Application Deadline is May 31st.

June 24 - August 24, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Franklin Square Gallery Members Show
Members Show with First Friday reception July 5 and Aug 2. Members Show includes works by members of Associated Artists of Southport, including painting, drawings, prints, pottery, ceramic art and jewelry
Franklin Square Gallery 130 E. West Street, Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Associated Artists of Southport
910/457-5450
Admission/Fees: Free
Sponsored by & Organized by Associated Artists of Southport.

June 29, 2013 - 8:00 AM
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 28th from 6pm-8pm & Saturday, June 29th from 6:30am-7:30am on race day.
Southport Waterfront Park Bay Street, Southport
910/457-5578
Admission/Fees: $25.00

July 1, 2013 - 9:00 AM
N.C. 4th of July Festival Beach Day
In conjunction with the NC 4th of July festival, Oak Island Parks and Recreation invites you and your family to the annual Beach Day on July 1, 2013. Beginning at 9am with the horseshoe tournament, there will be live entertainment, dozens of family contest and inflatable rides at Middleton Park. There will also be a corn hole, bocce’, sand castle, and volleyball contest on the beach in front of the cabana. A skate boarding contest continues the fun at the skate park. The fun continues with a live beach band and shag contest at Middleton Park and ends at dusk with the annual Beach Day fireworks.
Middleton Park Extension (46th Street, SE and Beachfront Cabana Area.
Contact: Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department
910/278-5518
Admission/Fees: Free
Organized and Sponsored by Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department. Beach Concert & Shag Contest Sponsored by N.C. 4th of July Festival.

July 2 - 4, 2013
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
Downtown Southport.
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4433 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910-457-5578
Admission/Fees: Most events are free.
June 29th - Freedom Run. July 1 - Beach Day July 2,4 & 4 events will be in downtown Southport.

July 4, 2013 - 9:05 PM
17th Annual Battleship Blast
Noted as Coastal Living's 10 Spots to Celebrate the Fourth and recent recipient of Southeast Tourism Society's award of Top 20 things to due in July, the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA will present the 2013 17th Annual Battleship Blast Fireworks. The celebration will not disappoint and at 9:05pm the Battleship fireworks spectacular will begin. You don’t want to miss this year as the fireworks display will light up the skies of Wilmington. Best view of amazing pyro technics is from downtown Wilmington as the entire Battleship complex on Eagles Island will be closed at 6:00pm and all vehicles will be required to leave by 6:30pm. Therefore, come early and visit the equally impressive Battleship NORTH CAROLINA before the activities in the evening.
USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship Hwy. 17/74/76/421 Intersection Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797

July 4, 2013
Bald Head Island 4th of July Celebration
Annual Bald Head Island Cart Parade.
Bald Head Island, NC
Contact: Bald Head Island Limited Rental Relations
1-800-432-RENT

July 6, 2013 - 8:00 AM
Historical Southport Bicycle Tours
The Adventure Kayak Company co-sponsored with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport are please to continue the 2012 Historical Southport Bicycle tours.Bring your own bicycle and helmet and join the fun tour fee $15.00 or $20.00 tour fee including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent. All Historical Southport Bicycle Tours will meet at The Adventure Kayak Company located at 807 Howe St. in Southport. Pre registraion and pre payement required.
Contact: The Adventure Kayak Company
910/454-0607

July 12, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Rockin' on the River
Outdoor Concert Series. Concerts are free to the public! Jimmy Buffett Style Music. Sponsored by City of Southport Parks & Recreation & Tourism.
Waterfront Park Bay Street, Southport
Admission/Fees: Free

July 13, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Battleship 101
Volunteers stationed throughout the ship engage visitors in specific subjects and areas including: gunnery, radar, sick bay, galley, engineering, and daily shipboard life.
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Highways 17/74/76/421 Intersections Wilmington NC
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: Free with Battleship Admission

July 13, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Legacy Series: Under the Sea with Submarine USS NC
This July, the Legacy Series continues as we go Under the Sea with Submarine USS NORTH CAROLINA. Attack submarine NORTH CAROLINA (SSN 777), the Navy’s next-generation attack submarine. Discover life aboard U.S. Navy submarines at the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA in the Visitors Center. Area submarine veterans will bring “show and tell items” and video to engage visitors about different eras of submarine development, technologies, equipment, mission, and daily life aboard these undersea warriors.
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Highways 17/74/76/421 Intersections Wilmington, NC
Contact: Battleship North Carolina
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: Free with Battleship Admission

July 16, 2013 - 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Coffee with the Girls
Attention Ladies. The Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce Business Development Committee invites you to "Coffee with the Girls." The program is for women in business and focused on women related issues and creating a women based supportive network.
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4433 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free.
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.

July 25, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Business Networking After Hours
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.
Carillon Assisted Living, 1125 E. Leonard Street, Southport
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free. RSVP by 7/22

August 2 - 4, 2013
"The Pirates Are Coming" Festival Weekend
Be here as pirates arrive by tall ship and take over the island for several days of unbridled revelry including a pyrate pub, gun powder demonstrations and sword fighting, music, grub ships, duck race, pirate pancake breakfast, water games, crafts and an island-wide treasure hunt with proceeds benefiting the Old Baldy Foundation. A weekend of pirates, history and fun. Details can be found at www.oldbaldy.org
Bald Head Island
Contact: Old Baldy Foundation
910/457-7481

August 3, 2013 - 8:00 AM
Historical Southport Bicycle Tours
The Adventure Kayak Company co-sponsored with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport are please to continue the 2012 Historical Southport Bicycle tours.Bring your own bicycle and helmet and join the fun tour fee $15.00 or $20.00 tour fee including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent. All Historical Southport Bicycle Tours will meet at The Adventure Kayak Company located at 807 Howe St. in Southport. Pre registraion and pre payement required.
Contact: The Adventure Kayak Company
910/454-0607

August 10, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Battleship 101
Volunteers stationed throughout the ship engage visitors in specific subjects and areas including: gunnery, radar, sick bay, galley, engineering, and daily shipboard life.
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Highways 17/74/76/421 Intersections Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797

August 10, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Legacy Series: Blue & Gray North Carolinas
Carolina Living History Guild members will set up displays 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, navigation, small arms of the US and CS navies, and the “arts of the sailor.” Visitors will be able to view reproductions of period small arms and working models of steam engines, as well as many other items.
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Highways 17/74/76/421 Intersections Wilmington, NC
Contact: Battleship North Carolina
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: Free with Battleship Admission

August 23 - 24, 2013
Phlock to the Beach A Buffett Style Beach Bash
Dig out your Hawaiian shirts and parrot hats and join us for a weekend celebrating the Jimmy Buffett lifestyle on Oak Island. There will be fun events such as a Dress Like a Parrot Head Pub & Grub Crawl on Oak Island and in Southport; Bocce Ball Tournament at Ocean Crest Pier; Volleyball Tournament at Oak Island Pier(Yaupon Beach Pier); Pancake Breakfast; and the Phlock to the Beach Concert at the Cape Fear Regional Jetport with Trop Rock music by Latitude and Key Lime Pie, food, beverages, children games (Hula Hoop, flip flop find, & flamingo races), face painting, and contests (Best Decorated Car, Mr. Longitude, Mrs. Latitude, Little Miss Parakeet, Little Master Parakeet and Jimmy Buffett Look-A-Like)
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Fees vary for events.

August 24, 2013 - 9:00 AM
Mayor's Cup Golf Tournament
4 person teams. Flighted play. Captain's choice. Luncheon. Awards. Registration @ The Lakes Country Club. Organized & Sponsored by Event of the City of Boiling Spring Lakes Special Events.
The Lakes Country Club Boiling Spring Lakes, NC
Contact: Mary Stilwell
910/845-2762
Admission/Fees: $45.00 per person.

August 26 - October 10, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Franklin Square Gallery Members Show
Members Show with First Friday reception Sept. 6, and Oct. 4. Members Show includes works by members of Associated Artists of Southport, including painting, drawings, prints, pottery, ceramic art and jewelry. Works by students of Franklin Square Gallery classes will be featured Sept. 23 to Oct. 12. In addition the annual Quilters' Show will be held Aug 26 to Sept. 21.
Franklin Square Gallery 130 E. West Street, Southport
Contact: Associated Artists of Southport
910/457-5450
Admission/Fees: Free
Sponsored & Organized by Associated Artists of Southport.

August 31, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Oak Island Art Guild Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
24th Annual. Arts and crafts festival. More than 140 vendors sell only handmade products. Also food vendors.
Middleton Park Extension 46th SE Street & Dolphin Drive (soccer field behind Middleton Park), Oak Island
Contact: Penny Prettyman
oiagacf@ec.rr.com
910/398-5555
Admission/Fees: Free
Organized & Sponsored by: Oak Island Art Guild Raindate: Sunday, September 1st.

September 6, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Rockin' on the River
Outdoor Concert Series. Concerts are free to the public! Like Flint. Sponsored by City of Southport Parks & Recreation & Tourism.
Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitor's Center Bay Street, Southport
Admission/Fees: Free

September 7, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Annual Brunswick County Intercultural Festival
Bringing the World to Brunswick County. International Pavilion, food tasting ($8), Passport to Culture, vendors, children's workshop and art poster contest, storytelling, and multinational performances. www.bcifestival.org for more details.
Brunswick Community College Grounds of Odell Williamson Auditorium, 50 College Road Supply, NC
50 College Road Supply, NC 28462
910/842-6566
Admission/Fees: Free.
Sponsored by: Brunswick Community College, The State Port Pilot, The Brunswick Beacon, Brunswick Arts Council, North Carolina Arts Council, North Brunswick, Brunswick County chambers of commerce.

September 7, 2013 - 8:00 AM
Historical Southport Bicycle Tours
The Adventure Kayak Company co-sponsored with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport are please to continue the 2012 Historical Southport Bicycle tours.Bring your own bicycle and helmet and join the fun tour fee $15.00 or $20.00 tour fee including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent. All Historical Southport Bicycle Tours will meet at The Adventure Kayak Company located at 807 Howe St. in Southport. Pre registraion and pre payement required.
Contact: The Adventure Kayak Company
910/454-0607

September 12, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Business Networking After Hours
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.
Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room 105 S. Howe Street, Southport
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free. RSVP by 9/9
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. Sponsored by Silver Coast Winery.

September 21, 2013 - 9:30 AM
911 Memorial Bike Run
First & Last place winners. Door Prizes. Raffles. 50/50. Lunch Served. Sponsored & Organized by Event of City of Boiling Spring Lakes Special Events.
Boiling Spring Lakes Fire House, Hwy. 87, Boiling Spring Lakes, NC 28461
Contact: Mary Stilwell
910/845-2762
Admission/Fees: $20.00 per player. $10 per passenger.

September 27, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Out of the Box Luncheon
An opportunity for members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce to meet and discuss issues important to business. Topic:
Admission/Fees: Dutch Treat Lunch. RSVP Requested by 9/23

September 28, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
4th Annual Southport Wooden Boat Show
The 4th annual Southport Wooden Boat Show is expected to be bigger & better than ever! The event kicks off at 10am Saturday, September 28, 2013. The event is held each year on the last Saturday of September. There will be Wooden Boat displays (on land & water), Maritime Arts & Crafts, nautical & maritime demonstrations, Nauti-kids events, and a Chowder Cook-off, so get your taste buds ready. Awards will be given both in the boat exhibits & for the Chowder Cook-off. More information can be found at the SWBS web site. www.southportwoodenboatshow.com.
Old Yacht Basin Area Bay & Moore Streets, Southport
Contact: Jeanne Potter & Bert Felton
P.O. Box 10726 Southport, NC 28461
Jeanne-910/457-5223 or Bert-910/617-9667
Admission/Fees: Free
Organized by the Southport Wooden Boat Show Committee and sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc.

September 28, 2013 - 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. Free with regular Battleship admission. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information.
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Intersection of Highways 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: Free with Battleship Admission

October 3 - 5, 2013 - 10:00 AM
Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament
The Granddad of king mackerel fishing tournaments. 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
4433 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
800-457-6964
www.usopenkmt.com

October 5, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
21st Annual "Street of Shops" Bazaar
Together with the women of St. Philips Episcopal Church,the Ladies Guild of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Southport will be hosting its 21st annual “Street of Shops” Fall Craft Bonanza in the social hall at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The “Shops” will offer a variety of Holiday gifts and decorations, hand-painted articles, wooden and stuffed toys, needlework, dried flower arrangements, jewelry, baked goods, raffle items and much more. A light lunch will be available. All proceeds benefit local charities.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Corner of NC 211 & Dosher Cut-Off Southport
Admission/Fees: Free
Event of: St. Philips Episcopal & Sacred Heart Catholic Churches.

October 5, 2013 - 9:00 AM
Historical Southport Bicycle Tours
The Adventure Kayak Company co-sponsored with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport are please to continue the 2012 Historical Southport Bicycle tours.Bring your own bicycle and helmet and join the fun tour fee $15.00 or $20.00 tour fee including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent. All Historical Southport Bicycle Tours will meet at The Adventure Kayak Company located at 807 Howe St. in Southport. Pre registraion and pre payement required.
Contact: The Adventure Kayak Company
910/454-0607

October 6, 2013
Paws-Ability's 3rd Annual Bicycle Poker Run
To benefit animal rescue groups and animal programs in Brunswick County. On-island stops to draw playing cards. Hot dogs, bbq, pizza, prizes, music & entertainment! Rain Date: 10/13/2013. Pre registration required.
Ocean Isle Beach
Contact: Janie Withers
P.O. Box 6174 Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
910/579-4707
Admission/Fees: $25 per rider.
Organized and Sponsored by Paws-Ability. Registration and event details available on http://www.paws-ability.org after January 2013.

October 12, 2013
Hidden Battleship
For the explorer at heart, bring a friend and join us for a unique, behind-the-scenes tour of un-restored areas of the Battleship. The four-hour tour consists of small groups with guides. Guests explore the bow (officers' country and boatswain locker), third deck (Radio II, brig, after gyro, storage rooms, ammunition handling, Engineer's office, torpedo area), Engine room #1, the refrigerator compartments, and climb inside the fire control tower to the top of the ship. The Azalea Coast Radio Club will be in Radio II to explain their work on the ship's radio transmitters. It’s the tour that brings out the “Indiana Jones” in all of us, without the snakes! The tour is limited to ages 12 and older and limited to 40 participants per time slot. It is not appropriate for those who have difficulty climbing narrow ladders or over knee-high hatches. Wear warm, comfortable, washable clothing, sturdy, rubber-soled shoes and bring a camera! Choose between a morning (8:30 – 12:30) or afternoon (1:30 – 5:30) tour. Registration and payment are due by Thursday, October 10.
Battleship NC Intersection of Hwys. 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: $50.00 Per Person. Pre-Registration Required.

October 14 - 26, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Brunswick Arts Council Show
Brunswick Arts Council Show with evening reception Oct. 17, 5 to 7 p.m. A juried show featuring works by painters and potters throughout Brunswick County.
Franklin Square Gallery, 130 E. West Street, Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Associated Artists of Southport
910/457-5450
Admission/Fees: Free
Organized by & Sponsored by Associated Artists of Southport

October 16, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Empty Bowls
Potters in the area make bowls and soup is from area restaurants. Entertainment.
Southport Community Building
Contact: Donna Mandell
910/457-0861
Admission/Fees: $15.00 per person. Includes soup & bowl
An event of Associated Artists of Southport

October 17, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Business Networking After Hours-Atlantic Realty
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. Chili Cookoff
Atlantic Realty Professionals 5622 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC 28465
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free- RSVP by 10/14
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.

October 19, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
BSL Haunted Hay Ride & Fall Festival
Games. Food. Face painting. Looking for anyone who would like to do a scene along the trail. $100 price for best scene along the trail. Sponsored & Organized by of City of Boiling Spring Lakes Special Events.
Boiling Spring Lakes Community Building/Trail #1 Leeds Road, Boiling Spring Lakes
Contact: Mary Stilwell
910/845-2762
Admission/Fees: Free

October 24, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Annual Benefit Gala for Children
“The Gala is hands-down the most exciting event of the year. The evening includes A Taste of Brunswick County provided by the area's finest chefs, live and silent auctions, 50/50 raffles and live music. Proceeds benefit children and families through the programs of Communities In Schools of Brunswick County. For more information call 457-3494.
Cape Fear Regional Jetport 4019 Long Beach Road, Oak Island, NC 28461
910/457-3494
Admission/Fees: $100 per person.

October 28 - December 14, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Franklin Square Gallery Seasonal Members Show
Seasonal Members Show with First Friday receptions Nov. 1 and Dec. 6. Includes works by members of Associated Artists of Southport, including painting, drawings, prints, pottery, ceramic art and jewelry. The Seasonal Show also features Christmas and holiday ornaments and cards.
Franklin Square Art Gallery 130 E. West Street, Southport, NC 28461
Contact: Associated Artists of Southport
910/457-5450
Admission/Fees: Free
Sponsored by & Organized by Associated Artists of Southport.

October 29, 2013 - 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, henna tattoos, & storytelling is all part of the Halloween fun. Batty Battleship is perfect for the little ones and families! Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes. Bring your camera!
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Intersection of Highways 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: $5 per person. Children 2 & under Free.

November 1, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Rockin' on the River
Outdoor Concert Series. Concerts are free to the public! Mako Band Sponsored by City of Southport Parks & Recreation & Tourism.
Fort Johnston -Southport Museum & Visitors's Center Lawn, Bay Street, Southport
Admission/Fees: Free

November 3, 2013 - 2:00 PM
InterChurch Fellowship Walk
Proceeds from the walk will go to the Food Pantry & the Human Needs Fund of the Southport-Oak Island Interchurch Fellowship Committee.
Franklin Square Park E. West Street, Southport
Contact: Tina Powers
910/448-1972

November 5, 2013
Election Day
Please remember to vote!

November 9, 2013 - 10:00 AM
Historical Southport Bicycle Tours
The Adventure Kayak Company co-sponsored with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport are please to continue the 2012 Historical Southport Bicycle tours.Bring your own bicycle and helmet and join the fun tour fee $15.00 or $20.00 tour fee including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent. All Historical Southport Bicycle Tours will meet at The Adventure Kayak Company located at 807 Howe St. in Southport. Pre registraion and pre payement required.
Contact: The Adventure Kayak Company
910/457-0607

November 9, 2013
Maritime Classic Road Race
Calling all runners! The Maritime Classic Road Race is a local favorite, and Bald Head Island is truly a runner's paradise. The Maritime Classic features a one mile Fun Run, 5k and 10k race. Check back for more information in early October.
Bald Head Island
800/432.7368

November 21 - 24, 2013
Arts by the Shore
19th Annual Art Show. Art Work Check-in: Thursday - 12pm-6pm. Show Hours: Friday -12pm -8pm & Saturday-9am-5pm. Reception Sunday: - 2pm-4pm.
Oak Island Recreation Center 3003 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC 28465
Contact: Billie Jayroe
Mailing Address: 4601 E. Oak Island Drive
910/278-5518
Admission/Fees: Free to view show.
Co-Sponsored by Oak Island Parks & Recreation & Oak Island Art Guild. Artwork Entry Fee is $10 for 3 pieces.

November 28, 2013
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Chamber Office Closed 11/28, 11/29, 11/30, 12/1

December 5, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Business Networking After Hours
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.
The Brunswick Center @ Southport 1513 N. Howe Street, Southport
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Free. RSVP by 12/2/2013
Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. Hosted and sponsored by The Brunswick Center @ Southport & Brunswick Senior Resources.

December 7, 2013 - 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. Free with regular Battleship admission. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information
Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421 Intersection Wilmington, NC
910-251-5797

December 7, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Christmas By The Sea Parade
Oak Island - On Oak Island Drive from Oak Island Town Hall on 46th Street to McGlamery Street. For a parade application call The Chamber.
Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4433 Long Beach Road, SE, Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964

December 14, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Christmas Tour of Homes
Southport Historical Society's Annual Christmas Tour of Homes. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend time in one of the very special homes within the historic district of Southport. Annual fundraiser for the Historical Society to raise funds for scholarships to local high school students who participate in an essay contest.
Downtown Southport
Contact: Shirley Wilson
502 Brunswick Street Southport, NC 28461
910/454-4327 or 910/617-6720
Admission/Fees: $10.00 per person. $15 day of Tour
Sponsored & Organized by Southport Historical Society. Pre-Sale Tickets @ Southport Visitors Center, Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, Franklin Square Gallery and The Latimer House in Wilmington.

December 14, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Southport Christmas Flotilla
The Southport Christmas Flotilla 2013 sets sail on December 14th at 7:00pm. Anywhere along the river-front from the Southport Marina/Old Yacht Basin to Kingsley Park will afford you a view as the beautifully decorated boats pass by. Boats of all sizes and shapes, power and sail will illuminate the dart night all the way “From the North-Pole to South-Port”. Once again, Southport Elementary School art students will judge the boats on the variety and creativity of their decorations. Downtown Southport Inc (DSI), Cape Fear Yacht Club and the City of Southport Department of Tourism are sponsoring the Southport Christmas Flotilla.
Cape Fear River, from the Southport Marina/Old Yacht Basin to Kingsley Park.
Contact: Woody Wilson
910/454-4327
Admission/Fees: Free
Organized & Sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc (DSI), Cape Fear Yacht Club and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

December 25 - 29, 2013
Merry Christmas
Chamber Office Closed.
910/457-6964

January 1, 2014
Happy New Year
Chamber Office Closed.
910/457-6964

April 12, 2014 - 8:00 AM
Oak Island Lighthouse 5K , 10K & Half Marathon
Out & Back from & to the NC Baptist Assembly @ Fort Caswell. Picturesque routes through tree lined streets, along the beachfront and past the Oak Island Lighthouse. 1/2 Marathon route will include crossing the G.V. Barbee Bridge to Oak Island, twice.
Please check the run website for additional details. www.lighthouse10k.com
Contact: Southport - Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
4433 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6964 or 800-457-6964
Admission/Fees: Fees Vary for Events.

April 18, 2014 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Battleship Easter Egg Hunt Carnival
Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt Carnival in Battleship Park. Children will find pony rides, eggs, bounce houses, candy, games, and Buddy, the Battleship Easter Bunny! Egg hunts will be continuous throughout the day.
Battleship North Carolina Battleship Park Highway 17/74/76/421 Intersection Wilmington, NC
910/251-5797
Admission/Fees: $5 per person. Children 2 & under Free.

April 18 - 19, 2014 - 10:00 AM
Southport Spring Festival
Please come out and welcome spring in style at the Southport Spring Festival, a tradition for more than 25 years. Running from 10 am until 5pm on Friday and 10am until 4pm on Saturday, this festival features a wide variety of activities such as musical entertainment, handmade arts and crafts, children’s activities, azaleas and other plants for sale, and food vendors. Included is a Chili Cook-off, so get your taste buds ready to vote for the People’s Choice Award. There will also be a 5K Run/Walk.
Franklin Square Park E. West Street, Southport
Contact: Peggy Popelars,DSI/Jeff Johnston& Peg, Kiwanis
DSI P.O. Box 10127 Southport, NC 28461
910/454-9608 or 910/253-0731
The festival is sponsored and organized by Downtown Southport, Inc. and the Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis Club.No admission fees but small charge for some kid's activities.

April 19, 2014 - 8:00 AM
Kiwanis 5k Run/Walk
Southport-Oak Island 5k Run/Walk.
Southport, NC
Contact: Roger Magill
Roger Magill 3574 Ruddy Duck Wynd Southport, NC 28461
910/253-6906
Admission/Fees: $20 Per Registration. $25 Race Day.
Sponsored & Organized by the Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis

April 19, 2014 - 10:00 AM
Oak Island Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Annual Oak Island Egg Hunt for ages 10 and under-divided into the following age groups: 3 & under; 4-6, and 7-10. The hunt begins promptly at 10am.
Bill Smith Park Fish Factory Road Oak Island, NC
Contact: Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department
910/278-5518
Admission/Fees: Free

April 20, 2014 - 6:30 AM
Sunrise Easter Service
Gates Open at 6:00am. No pets. Bring a blanket or chair. Depending on the wind and wind direction you may want to prepare and bring your own bug spray. Rain Location: Hatch Auditorium on campus of the NC Baptist Assembly @ Fort Caswell.
NC Baptist Assembly 100 Caswell Beach Road Fort Caswell, NC

May 5, 2014 - 8:30 AM
Southport-Oak Island Area Golf Classic
Shotgun Start. 4-person Captain's Choice. Cash & prizes. The entry fee includes cart, green fee, special gift, breakfast biscuit, coffee, hospitality cart and lunch. R.A. Jeffreys Distributing of Wilmington, proud distributors of Budweiser, Bud Light, Natural Light and Michelob Ultra, will provide beverages. Registration @ 7:30a.m.
Oak Island Golf Club 928 Caswell Beach Road, Caswell Beach, NC
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4433 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
910/457-6964
Admission/Fees: Fee TBA
Proceeds benefit Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. First Saturday in May.

    

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4433 Long Beach Rd., SE
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6964    (800) 457-6964
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