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May 26 - November 10, 2010 - 8:00 AM -
1:00 PM
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Waterfront Market - Every Wednesday
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Produce, hand baked food item, local crafters and
entertainment.
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Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport, NC
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Contact: Peggy McDonald
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P.O.Box 10127 Southport, NC 28461
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910/279-4616
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Admission/Fees: Free
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Event of Downtown Southport Inc.
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September 3 - 6, 2010
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Labor Day Weekend & Beach Music Extravaganza
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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.
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Bald Head Island, NC
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910/457-3701
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Admission/Fees: Fee Charged
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September 4, 2010 - 8:00 AM
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Annual Oak Island Surf-Off
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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.
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Oak Island, NC
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Contact: Surfer's Restaurant
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910/454-8252
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Admission/Fees: Fee Charged
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September 4, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Children's Crab Derby
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Registration -8:30am. 14 years old and under only - Free
t-shirt while they last. Bring your own crab line & chicken
neck.
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Southport's Historic Waterfront Old Yacht Basin
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Contact: Southport Parks & Recreation
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201 E. Moore Street Southport, NC 28461
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910-457-7965
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Admission/Fees: Free
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September 4, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Labor Day Art &Craft Fair
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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
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Contact: Richard Staat
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910/201-4090
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Admission/Fees: Free
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Sponsored by: Oak Island Art Guild Raindate: Sunday,
September 5th -10am-4pm
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September 4, 2010 - 9:00 AM
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Southport Historical Bicyle Tours
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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.
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The Adventure Company 807 N. Howe Street Southport, NC
28461
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910/454-0607
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Admission/Fees: $20 tour&bike.$15 tour only.
Reservations Required
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September 10, 2010 - 7:30 PM
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Southport Waterfront Movies
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Bring chair & blanket.
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Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
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Contact: Randy Jones
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113 W. Moore Street Southport, NC 28461
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910/457-7927
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Admission/Fees: Free
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Event of & sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. & City
of Southport Department of Tourism
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September 11, 2010
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Annual Sea Trail 5 Mile Run & 5 Mile Relay
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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.
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Course: Race begins and ends at Jones-Byrd Patio. 5 mile
loop course, mostly paved roads in Sea Trail Plantation,
Sunset Beach.
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Contact: Brunswick Family Assistance
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P.O. Box 333 Supply, NC 28462
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910/754-4766
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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 21, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program
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Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay Street,
Southport
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Contact: Randy Jones or Mary Strickland
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910/457-0003 or 910/457-7927
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Admission/Fees: Free - Registration Required - 457-0003
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Event of & sponsored by NC Maritime Museum @ Southport
and City of Southport Department of Tourism.
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September 24 - 26, 2010
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North Carolina Wine & Food Weekend
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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
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Contact: Bald Head Island Limited
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910/457-7440
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September 25, 2010 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Battleship Alive
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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.
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USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship Hwy. 17/74/76/421
Intersection Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797 Ext. 2046
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September 30 - October 2, 2010 - 10:00 AM
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Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament
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Over $100,000 in prizes. Guaranteed Prize structure.
Entertainment, Food, Fishing Tournament. Fee Charged to
enter. Spectators Free. Food,Beverages & Entertainment
Saturday. Public welcome.
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Southport Marina
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Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
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4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
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800-457-6964
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www.usopenkmt.com
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October 1, 2010 - 7:00 PM
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Fabulous Fantail Film Festival: Double Feature
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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.
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Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421
Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797
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Admission/Fees: $5.00 per person
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October 2, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Annual Street of Shops -Fall Craft Bonanza
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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.
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Sacred Heart Catholic Church Corner of NC 211 & Dosher
Cut-Off Southport
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Gloria Welch - 454-9391, Kathie Wycoff -454-8425
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Event of: St. Philips Episcopal & Sacred Heart Catholic
Churches.
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October 2, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Captain Charlie's Kid's Fishing Tournament
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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.
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Southport Waterfront Pier
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Contact: Southport Parks & Recreation Department
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201 E. Moore Street, Southport
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910-457-7965
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Admission/Fees: Free
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October 8, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Ghost Ship
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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.
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Battleship NC Highway 17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797
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Admission/Fees: $10.00 per person
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October 8, 2010 - 7:00 PM
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Southport Waterfront Movies
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Bring Chair or blanket.
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Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
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Contact: Randy Jones
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113 W. Moore Street Southport, NC 28461
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910/457-7927
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Admission/Fees: Free
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Event of & sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. & City
of Southport Department of Tourism
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October 14, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Business After Hours-Atlantic Realty Professionals
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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.
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Atlantic Realty Professionals 5622 E. Oak Island Drive,
Oak Island
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910/457-6964
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Admission/Fees: Free -RSVP by 10/11
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Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
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October 14, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Southport Woman's Club Fashion Show
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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.
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The Brunswick Center @ Southport 1513 N. Howe Street,
Southport
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Contact: Sue Almeter
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910/253-9922
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Admission/Fees: $25.00 per person
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October 15 - 16, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Ghost Ship
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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.
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Battleship NC Intersection of Hwy. 17/74/76/421
Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797
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Admission/Fees: $10.00 per person
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October 19, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program
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Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay Street,
Southport
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Contact: Randy Jones or Mary Strickland
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910/457-0003 or 910/457-7927
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Admission/Fees: Free - Registration Required - 457-0003
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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
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Annual Benefit Gala for Children
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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.
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SeaTrail Golf Resort & Convention Center Sunset Beach,
NC
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910/457-3494
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Admission/Fees: $100 per person
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October 22 - 23, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Ghost Ship
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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.
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Battleship NC Intersection of Hwys. 17/74/76/421
Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797
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Admission/Fees: $10.00 per person
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October 26, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Batty Battleship's Halloween Bash
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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!
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Battleship North Carolina Intersection of Hwys.
17/74/76/421 Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797
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Admission/Fees: $5 per person
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October 29 - 30, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Ghost Ship
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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.
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Battleship NC Intersection of Hwys. 17/74/76/421
Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797
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Admission/Fees: $10.00 Per Person
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October 29 - 31, 2010
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Oktoberfest & Halloween Weekend
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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
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Bald Head Island
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Contact: Bald Head Island Limited
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October 29 - 30, 2010
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Pyrate Fest
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Pirate invasion, weapons demonstration, kids activities,
costume contest and trial of Stede Bonnett. Friday Hours
TBA. Saturday - 9am-4pm.
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Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn Bay Street, Southport
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Contact: Peggy McDonald
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P.O. Box 10127 Southport, NC 28461
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910/279-4616
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Admission/Fees: Free
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Event of & sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. and the
City of Southport.
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November 6, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Holly Days
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Arts & Crafts Fair.
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Southport Gym Atlantic Ave., Southport
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Contact: Barbara Vice
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700 W. 9th Street Southport, NC 28461
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910/457-4365
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Admission/Fees: Free
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Sponsored by: Southport Baptist Church Bellamy Group
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November 6, 2010
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Maritime Classic Road Race
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5K run
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Bald Head Island
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P.O. Box 3069 Bald Head Island, NC 28461
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910/457-7381
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Admission/Fees: Call For Fees
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November 11 - 12, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Artisans Holiday Boutique
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Features fine arts and fine crafts by local artists at
reasonable prices. Admission is free. Mastercard & Visa are
accepted.
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Southport Community Building Bay Street, Southport
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Contact: Vivian Woods
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910/253-4097
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Admission/Fees: Free Admission
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November 13, 2010
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Hidden Battleship
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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.
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Battleship North Carolina Highway 17/74/76/421
Intersection Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797
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Admission/Fees: $45 per person. Registration Required
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Tour Times: 8:30am-12:30pm, 1:30pm-5:30pm
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November 16, 2010 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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NC Maritime Museum @ Southport Program
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Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay Street,
Southport
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Contact: Randy Jones or Mary Strickland
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910/457-0003 or 910/457-7927
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Admission/Fees: Free - Registration Required - 457-0003
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Event of & sponsored by NC Maritime Museum @ Southport
and City of Southport Department of Tourism.
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November 18, 2010 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Business After Hours - Brunswick Community College
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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.
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Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium
in the Virginia Williamson Events Center -Main Campus- Hwy.
17, Supply
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910/457-6964
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Admission/Fees: Free- Reservations Requested
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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
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November 25, 2010
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING
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Chamber Office Closed 11/25, 11/26, 11/27, 11/28
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December 3 - 18, 2010
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Christmas By The Sea Festival
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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
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Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4841 Long
Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
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910/457-6964 or 800/457-6964
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Admission/Fees: Admission Fees Vary. Some events are
free.
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December 3, 2010 - January 6, 2011
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Holiday Lighting of the Ship
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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
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Battleship Alive
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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.
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USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship Hwy. 17/74/76/421
Intersection Wilmington, NC
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910/251-5797 Ext. 2046
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December 4, 2010 - 3:00 PM
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Christmas By The Sea Festival Parade
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Oak Island - On Oak Island Drive from Oak Island Town
Hall on 46th Street to McGlamery Street.
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Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
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910/457-6964
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December 6 - 7, 2010
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Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance
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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.
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USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship Hwy. 17/74/76/421
Intersection Wilmington, NC
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910/367-1758
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December 11, 2010 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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North Carolina Christmas Parade and Festival
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Food, Entertainment, Kids Games & Parade. Parade begins
at 10am(roads close at 9am)Parade lineup starts at 7am on
Village Road, Leland.
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Downtown Leland Behind the BB&T Parking Lot
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Contact: Joe Henson
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NC North Carolina Christmas Parade & Festival P.O. Box
249 Leland, NC 28451
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910/371-0813
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Admission/Fees: Free Admission
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December 24 - 27, 2010
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Merry Christmas
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Chamber Office Closed.
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910/457-6964
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December 31, 2010 - January 2, 2011
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Happy New Year
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Chamber Office Closed.
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910/457-6964
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February 20, 2011 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Southern Cape Fear Coast Bridal Showcase
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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.
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Southport Community Building 223 E. Bay Street
Southport, NC
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Contact: Southport - Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
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4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
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910/457-6964
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Admission/Fees: $5. per person
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Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
and in cooperation with the City of Southport Department of
Tourism.
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April 16, 2011 - 8:30 AM
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Oak Island Lighthouse 5K , 10K & 1 Mile Fun Run
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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.
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Please check the run website for additional details.
www.lighthouse10k.com
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Contact: Southport - Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
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4841 Long Beach Road, SE Southport, NC 28461
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(910) 457-6964 or 800-457-6964
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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.
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May 7, 2011 - 9:00 AM
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Southport-Oak Island Area Golf Classic
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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.
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Oak Island Golf Club Caswell Beach, NC
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Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce 4841 Long
Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
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910/457-6964
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Admission/Fees: $70 per person
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| Proceeds benefit Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of
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