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Friday, April 24, 2009
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser to benefit the NBHS Band sponsored by North Brunswick Band Boosters.
Time: Eat in: 5:00-7:00pm / Take out: 4:00-7:00pm; Cost: Adult $6.00 / Children (6 and under) $3.00. Event will be held at NBHS (Cafeteria) 1395 Scorpian Drive, Leland. For more information contact M. Riel at 371-2261 x 238 or mriel@bcswan.net.  Additional Information: Dinner includes: Spaghetti, Salad, Drink and Dessert. Advance Tickets available from Band and Booster Members / Walk-ins Welcome!

 

Saturday, April 25, 2009

Brunswick County Springfest, sponsored by the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce.  10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Brunswick River Park on Highway 133 in Belville.  Live music, good food, children's rides, crafts and other exhibitors all combine to make this event fun for all ages.  For more information, visit www.nbchamberofcommerce.com.

 

Saturday, April 25, 2009

Leland Movies in the Park -- Kung Fu Panda.  Sponsored by the Town of Leland's Parks & Recreation Department. Time: Dusk. No cost to attend; will be held at the Leland Municipal Park at 102 Town Hall Drive. Bring your blanket and lawn chairs. No pets please. Concessions will be available for purchase. For more information contact Niel Brooks at 910-332-4818 or nbrooks@townofleland.com

 

April 25-26 and May 2-3, 2009

House to Home for Habitat at the Wilmington Area Parade of Homes.  Sponsored by Wilmington Professional Stagers, Stevens Fine Homes, Wilmington Area Consignment and Resale shops. Time: 12-6; Cost: free to tour the homes. Event will be held at 1208 South Brook Rd, Mallory Creek. For more information contact Peggy Stone at 910.297.8488 or Peggy@PeggyStone.com or visit www.WilmingtonProfessionalStagers.com.

 

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Sweet Tea Jamboree Sponsored by Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. Location: Orton Plantation Gardens.  Time: 3 - 6pm.  Cost: $25 Adult, $10 Child, and 6 and under Free. Contact: Cindy Cheatham.  Contact phone: 910-796-7900.  Email: cindy.cheatham@lcfh.org. Addl info: The afternoon features activities for the entire family, including bluegrass music by The Hewlett Creek Boys, Parchies BBQ, family games, a scavenger hunt, Bouncee balls, singing in Luola's Chapel, wine, sweet tea, and a special appearance by Miss North Carolina. Advance reservations are required.  Website: http://www.hospiceandlifecarecenter.org/news-events/events.aspx.

 

April 25-26 and May 2-3, 2009

Parade of Homes. Sponsored by the Wilmington Cape Fear Home Builders Association.  12:00 noon - 5 p.m. No cost to attend.   Tour the finest new homes in the area at the 23rd annual Parade of Homes over two weekends, April 25th and 26th and May 2nd and 3rd from noon to 5 each day.  This year's parade features the first ever "green" homes section.  Visit www.wilmingtonparadeofhomes.com for more information.

 

April 27 – May 1, 2009

Annual Spring Revival sponsored by Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church. Time: 7:00 p.m.; Cost: N/A. Event will be held at 1882 Lincoln Road, Leland, NC . For more information contact Rev. Charlrean Mapson at 910-371-0037 or jcamez@chuckmapson.net.  Additional Information: Johnson Chapel presents it's Annual Spring Revival, which will be held April 27th through April 30th, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Guest ministers are: Monday - Rev. Henry A. Gregory III of St. Andrews A.M.E.Z Church Tuesday - Rev. Carol Robbins of Speaks Temple A.M.E.Z Church Wednesday - Rev. William Peterson of St. James A.M.E.Z Church, Leland Thursday - Rev. Patricia Smith of St. Phillip A.M.E.Z Church, Wrightsboro Friday - Rev. Harry Hines of St. Thomas A.M.E.Z. Church, Roseboro.

 

Saturday, May 2, 2009
May Day Festival sponsored by Waterford Village Shoppes.
Time: 10am to 4pm; Cost: free. Event will be held at Waterford Village Shoppes. For more information contact Lisa Britt at 910-392-9325 or brittl@theharrelsoncompany.com.  Additional Information: Prizes, food vendors, fun for kids, crafts, live musice by Willam Paco Strickland, and many local artists. Come and learn more about the new and existing businesses in Waterford and surrounding areas.

 

Saturday, May 2, 2009
Cape Fear River Watch Day on the Water.
Location: Mill Creek Water Access Site, 844 Appleton Way in Leland, 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. $10 for Cape Fear River Watch members, $20 for nonmembers (Event ticket includes paddle, dinner, educational presentation and live music). Cape Fear River Watch is hosting the second annual “Day on the Water” in partnership with the Town of Leland. This will be the kickoff for a series for fun paddles on local watersheds throughout the year. Highlights include educational presentations on the efforts to preserve Eagle’s Island and bird watching, live music and a dinner catered by Middle of the Island. Bring your kayak, canoe or paddleboard and get ready for a fun afternoon. Rentals will be available. Tickets may be purchased by phone, mail or online at www.cfrw.us.  Please contact Cape Fear River Watch at (910) 762-5606 for more information.

 

Saturday, May 2, 2009
Kentucky Derby Party - A Run for the roses sponsored by Lower Cape Fear Historical Society.
Time: 4:30 pm; Cost: $50. Event will be held at Thalian Hall. For more information visit www.latimerhouse.org or contact Candace McGreevy at 910 762-0492 or cmcgreevy@latimerhouse.org.  Additional Information: A Kentucky Derby Party and benefit for the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society. Mint juleps, Derby food, hats, bow ties, silent auction, the Derby on big screen.

 

Thursday-Saturday, May 7-9, 2009
Big Book Sale sponsored by Leland Friends of the Library.
Time: Thur -Friday 10-7 Sat. 10-4 ; Cost: none. Event will be held at Leland Community Center. For more information contact Ellie Edwards at 910-383-3098. Additional Information: Leland Friends of the Library is hosting their SPRING BIG BOOK SALE. 25,000 books have been donated and are bargain priced at $1.00 or less. Sale is located in the Leland Community Center behind the Town Hall at 102 Town Hall Dr. Sale dates are May 7-8 from 10-7. May 9 from 10-4. A Members only Preview Sale will be held on May 6 from 4-7. Join at the door for $10 and receive $5 in Book Bucks to spend at the sale. Fill a bag with books on Saturday for $5. See you in the stacks!

 

Saturday, May 9, 2009
USCG Station Oak Island Expo/Safety Day sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard Station at Oak Island.
Time: 10 AM - 3 PM; Cost: No Charge. Event will be held at 300A Caswell Beach Road, Caswell Beach, NC. For more information visit http://safetyday.synthasite.com/ or contact Matt Margelot at 910-278-1133 or matt.j.margelot@uscg.mil.  Additional Information: Combines a multi-agency safety exhibition with a military EXPO FREE fun for the whole family and everyone is welcome to come. There are plenty of things to see and do for the whole family. Our participants to include military units as well as local safety and emergency services organizations. Events, Exhibits, Games for All Ages Step aboard Coast Guard boats from Oak Island, Wrightsville Beach, and visit the Cape Fear's newest aids to navigation cutter 'USCGC Bayberry'. There are helicopters - Army Black Hawk, Navy Sea Stallion, USCG Seahawks and Dolphins, SABLE and Life Flight helos. Visit with local, county and state police, sheriff and fire and rescue departments. Watch S.W.A.T team and Bomb Squad demonstrations. We have games for the children and the opportunity to throw a 'rescue line' to Oscar in the water. There will be boats from Oak Island Water Rescue, North Carolina Wildlife, Sea Tow, Boat US, Bald Head Island Water Rescue, Cape Fear Pilots, MOTSU and Coast Guard Auxiliary. The Navy is planning to do a fly-over and the Marines plan a Harrier landing." Food Bank to Benefit The station has 'partnered' with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina and their People Helping People - 'collecting food to beat hunger' program. You can bring a non-perishable food item to the station anytime However there will be a collection area on the 9th, at the station, for food donations. The goal is to collect 2000 pounds of non-perishable goods.

 

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Leland Movies in the Park -- Disney's Bolt.  Sponsored by the Town of Leland's Parks & Recreation Department. Time: Dusk. No cost to attend; will be held at the Leland Municipal Park at 102 Town Hall Drive. Bring your blanket and lawn chairs. No pets please. Concessions will be available for purchase. For more information contact Niel Brooks at 910-332-4818 or nbrooks@townofleland.com.

 

Saturday, May 9, 2009

2nd Annual Mother-Daughter Tea sponsored by Sisters in Service of Johnson Chapel A.M.E.Z Church. Time: 1:00 p.m.; Cost: Free. Event will be held at Johnson Chapel Church Fellowship Hall, 1882 Lincoln Road, Leland, NC. For more information contact Cleo Jones at 910-431-3109 or cleo.w.jones@gmail.com.  Additional Information: Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church of Leland, North Carolina will be hosting its 2nd Annual Mother-Daughter Tea to show honor and appreciation to the mothers of our church and other churches in the area. This event will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Johnson Chapel Church. Please RSVP to Cleo Jones at 910-431-3109.

 

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Wilmington Cape Fear Home Builders Association's Builders Golf Challenge. The Spring 2009 Builders Golf Challenge will be held at Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation in Leland on Wednesday, May 13, 2009. The cost is $400/Team or $100/person and includes Lunch and Awards Reception. Registration at 11:30 am, Shotgun Start at 12:30 pm. Sponsorships are still available. Contact Bryan Sartin at 799-2611 or bryan@wilmhba.com.   Web site:  www.wilmingtonhomebuilders.com.

 

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Annual Women's Day Observance sponsored by Sisters in Service of Johnson Chapel A.M.E.Z Church. Time: 11:00 a.m.; Cost: N/A. Event will be held at 1882 Lincoln Road, Leland, NC. For more information contact 910-371-0037 or jcamez@chuckmapson.net.  Additional Information: Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion's Annual Women's Day Observance will be held on May 17, 2009, starting with Morning worship at 11:00 a.m., followed immediately after service with a luncheon. At 3:30 p.m., Rev. Thomasina Brailsford, Pastor of Bowen Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, along with her congregation will render service. Additional music will be provided by Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. There will also be a Hat Parade, so come out and wear your best hat!

 

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Big Toy Day sponsored by Communities in Schools of Brunswick County. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Brunswick County Airport.  Cost:  $5.  Come play with the vehicles usually found in a child’s toy box! Meet the people who operate the bulldozers, drive the tractor trailers, and control the fire ladders. Check out Coast Guard, Police, and Utility Vehicles! Kids 8-17 can join the Young Eagles Program for a free airplane ride. Big Toy Day will be held 10:00 - 1:00 on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at the Brunswick County Airport, Oak Island. Admission: $5.00 - under 5 free. All activities weather permitting. Net proceeds from the event benefit the programs and services of Communities In Schools of Brunswick County, Inc.  For more information contact Kimberly Bandera at 910-457-2916 or kbandera.cis@bizec.rr.com.


Saturday, May 30, 2009
Leland Movies in the Park -- The Tale of Despereaux.
Sponsored by the Town of Leland's Parks & Recreation Department. Time: Dusk. No cost to attend; will be held at the Leland Municipal Park at 102 Town Hall Drive. Bring your blanket and lawn chairs. No pets please. Concessions will be available for purchase. For more information contact Niel Brooks at 910-332-4818 or nbrooks@townofleland.com

 

Saturday, June 13, 2009

Brunswick County Literacy Council’s 19th Annual Golf Tournament at Carolina National Golf Club. 8:30 a.m. shotgun start.  $70/person.  All proceeds benefit the Brunswick County Literacy Council’s efforts to fight illiteracy. Donations are tax deductible.  For more information visit www.bcliteracy.org or contact Dawn Baldwin-Ivey at 910-754-7232 or bcliteracy@yahoo.com.

 

Saturday, June 13, 2009
Leland Movies in the Park -- Pink Panther 2.
Sponsored by the Town of Leland's Parks & Recreation Department. Time: Dusk. No cost to attend; will be held at the Leland Municipal Park at 102 Town Hall Drive. Bring your blanket and lawn chairs. No pets please. Concessions will be available for purchase. For more information contact Niel Brooks at 910-332-4818 or nbrooks@townofleland.com.

 

June 15-19, 2009

Challenger British Soccer Camp.  Location: Smithville Park in Southport. Cost: $75-$160 depending on age. Hosted by the parks and recreation departments of Boiling Spring Lakes, Oak Island and Brunswick County, as well as the Southport/Oak Island Youth Soccer Association, British Soccer Camps provide players of all ages and abilities with the opportunity to receive high-level soccer coaching from a team of international experts. Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages and a daily tournament. Equally important, the Challenger coaching staff provides your child with lessons in respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship and leadership. For detailed information visit www.challengersports.com or call Boiling Spring Lakes Parks and Recreation at (910) 845-3693.

 

Thursday, June 25, 2009
Concert on the Coast -- The Imitations (Carolina Beach Music). Sponsored by the Town of Leland's Parks & Recreation Department.
Location: Leland Municipal Complex Park, 102 Town Hall Drive in Leland. Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. No cost to attend. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets. For more information contact Niel Brooks at 910-332-4818 or nbrooks@townofleland.com

 

Thursday, July 23, 2009

Concert on the Coast -- Government Plant (Southern Rock, Top 40).  Sponsored by the Town of Leland's Parks & Recreation Department. Location: Leland Municipal Complex Park, 102 Town Hall Drive in Leland. Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. No cost to attend. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets. For more information contact Niel Brooks at 910-332-4818 or nbrooks@townofleland.com.

 

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Concert on the Coast -- Roy Stewart and Thick as Thieves (Country). 
Sponsored by the Town of Leland's Parks & Recreation Department.
Location: Leland Municipal Complex Park, 102 Town Hall Drive in Leland. Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. No cost to attend. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets. For more information contact Niel Brooks at 910-332-4818 or nbrooks@townofleland.com.  

 

Saturday, September 12, 2009

The Town of Leland's 8th Annual Founders' Day Celebration.  Will be held on the grounds behind the Leland Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Drive in Leland.  Visit http://www.townofleland.com/foundersday.html for more information. 

 

 

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