Saturday, November 8, 2014

Third Annual Strawberry and Wine Festival

What signifies the beginning of spring in Brunswick County? Strawberries and festivals! Old Bridge Preservation Society (OBPS) has all the bases covered with the third annual Strawberry and Wine Festival. It all takes place on Sunday April 26 from 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Silver Coast Winery, 6680 Barbeque Road. Admission for the day is $5 and parking free. Headlining the entertainment for the day will be the fabulously popular band from Southport, Mike’s Garage Band. And of course, the star of the festival will be the large, luscious, ruby red strawberries dipped in chocolate or served in shortcake.

Want to dance, want to have a good time? Mike’s Garage Band bills itself as a band that just wants to have fun. They call themselves a band for the ages and play music that focuses mostly on the tunes the band members grew up with – classic soul and rock. Mike’s Garage Band plays all the favorites, dancing music from start to finish. Attendees should be sure to have comfortable shoes, a great appreciation for music and love the outdoor festival atmosphere. A great time is guaranteed.

Inside the Silver Coast Winery there will be an opportunity to sample and buy award-winning wines and learn more about the winemaking process. If you are a shopper, you can visit a number of booths of local vendors, service providers and sponsors, both inside the winery building and on the grounds. In between dancing and shopping, festival-goers will certainly work up both an appetite and a thirst. You don’t need to leave the grounds as barbeque and other festival foods will be available. Wine and beer, as well as water and soda will be available for sale.

For additional information about the Strawberry and Wine Festival, please go to oldbridgepreservationsociety.org or call 910.579.9021. OBPS looks forward to a great day with lots of people having a great time. The Third Annual Strawberry and Wine Festival will be held rain or shine Sunday April 26, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Silver Coast Winery, 6680 Barbeque Rd NW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC. Admission is $5.00; please no coolers, outside beverages, or pets. Parking is free. Bring your lawn chair and see you there!

Third Annual Strawberry and Wine Festival

Sunday, April 26

12:00-5:00

Silver Coast Winery, 6680 Barbeque Rd NW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC

Admission $5, Parking free

No coolers, outside beverages, pets

More info: 910.579.9021 oldbridgepreservationsociety.org

Saturday, November 1, 2014

5 Reasons to Visit The Beach In The Winter



As I sit writing this blog, it is January and 60 degrees outside!  I often wonder, "Why don't people visit the beach in the winter"?  Here are five reasons, see you this winter!

1-Rates are at their lowest!  A $200.00 per night room in the summer can be as low as $50-$90 in the winter.  And, restaurants are running specials, especially mid-week.

2-There are no crowds!  Children are in school and it seems everything revolves around the school system.  So, if you do not have school age children, it is the perfect time to enjoy a quiet, adult friendly vacation.

3-The air is cool and crisp and the Sunsets are at their prettiest!  Winter is the perfect time of year to enjoy the beach.  Bundle up, take a few chairs and a good book and you can have a perfect winter day.  Since the crowds are down, you may even find a few sea shells!

4-Escape the harsh weather in your area!  The carolina coast has an average low of 42 degrees December - February and an average high in the 50's.  With a few days in the 60's and even 70's, you can't beat that!

5-Unwind after the holiday season!  Everyone needs a break from the stress of the holidays.  The beach is the perfect place to accomplish this and more.

As you see, there are plenty of reasons to visit the beach in the winter!  See ya soon!

Saturday, October 25, 2014

Sunset Beach Thanksgiving 2014

Thanksgiving Day is such a terrific time for family and feasting; but if you are like my family is this year, you may be wondering not what to have, but where to have it. With all the hustle, bustle and busyness, I’m just not sure that cooking a large feast is going to happen, so we are looking into our options of dining out for Thanksgiving dinner. Here are a few of the places we are looking at going.

-The Boundary House – 1045 River Road, Calabash, NC                                                          Seating is limited, so make sure you make a reservation. They will be doing a set menu meal of Turkey and Ham or Prime Rib.

-Brentwood Restaurant - 4269 State Road S-26-852, Little River, SC                                        Seating is limited so reservations are recommended. They will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, served family style.

-Causeway Gourmet – 100-7 Causeway Drive, Ocean Isle Beach, NC                                      Causeway is offering both a buffet and takeout service. Their slots are feeling up quickly, so reserve your spot now.

-Brick Landing – 1882 Goose Creek Road SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC                                      They will be doing their annual Thanksgiving buffet, with seating at 12, 2 and 4pm.

All of these are great places to have a meal, so no doubt any choice is a great one!! Of course after all that food shopping is up next.

-Calahan’s of Calabash will open Black Friday at 9am.

-Tanger Outlets will be open Thanksgiving Day from 6pm to 2am and then reopen Black Friday at 6am.

-Costal Grand Mall will open on Thanksgiving Day at 6pm and will stay open until 10pm on Friday.

-Bass Pro Shop will open at 8am on Thanksgiving Day and other Myrtle Beach Mall stores will open at 8pm.

-Barefoot Landing will open at 10am on Black Friday.

After shopping 'til you drop, its time for some fun and some more food!

For my family we always like to end our Thanksgiving weekend by going to watch the Flotilla in Ocean Isle. It begins Saturday evening around dusk at 5:30 at the Inlet View Bar and Grill and goes down the Intra Coastal waterway to end at Sharky’s Restaurant. Afterwards, we enjoy dinner at Sharky’s while we listen to the local band Bailout.



Saturday, October 18, 2014

Our Crafty Pumpkins

Fall is here at The Sunset Inn, and with temperatures hovering around 82 degrees, today it isn’t easy to remember. So we thought maybe we should decorate to remind us :). One of the great fall staples is the Pumpkin!! Our Kelly decided to be super crafty and make us some precious pumpkins to display, that bring in our coastal vibe to our fall season.

Find out how to at - www.craftsbycourtney.com/how-to-crafts/mod-podge-fall-coastal-theme-pumpkins/

Ok, so I’m not the Courtney that these crafts are by, but seriously, how cute are these?

After she tried a few, Kelly did have a couple of tips about doing these:

First - Do them in stages – work on it, let it dry, work on it again. If not you will get your places where the glue dries to your fingers and makes little tears on the paper when you are done.

Second - Dollar tree had great fake pumpkins to do this in, so that you can save them from year to year.

Third – Pick the paint color for your stem that work best for your décor.

Alright, let us know how it goes. And don't forget, you can always come see them in person here at The Sunset Inn. We have some great specials for November - and we will be doing our 15% off mid-week all month long!!

Saturday, October 11, 2014

Fall Festivals, Sunset Beach & Ocean Isle Beach NC



With the oncoming of autumn, both leaves and resort activities tend to fall. Scintillating summer fun gives way to cooler temperatures and vacationers begin to thin out. Unfortunately, this is the off-season fate. Fortunately, the city of Sunset Beach, North Carolina offers ongoing fun during the off-season with beautiful weather, sand-kissed beaches, and an array of activities. Personifying this off-season fun is The Sunset Inn. Temperatures routinely reach the 70s and 80s during the autumn here, making for optimal exploration weather. And explore you will. Exciting fall festivals take place just outside your door while reduced rates and three new packages allow you to experience it all at a portion of the price.

The entertainment begins on October 4 at the Sunset at Sunset Festival, which begins with a 5K run over the Mannon Gore Bridge at 8 am. The festival continues at the Ingram Planetarium, where you’ll be entertained by the Brunswick Big Band featuring Linda Ladrick and The Imitations. After running and rocking, enjoy attractions from artisans, food vendors, and even a children’s section.

More festival fun comes with the North Carolina Oyster Festival, which runs October 18-19. There’s something for everyone: fresh fare, arts and crafts, children's activities, live music, the Oyster Stew Cook-off, and the Oyster Shucking Contest. October 24-25 showcases the North Carolina Festival by the Sea Holden Beach, which kicks off with a parade down the Holden Beach causeway and features arts and crafts for sale, food vendors, children’s activities, and much more.

Saturday, October 4, 2014

Sunset Beach NC Packages


A plethora of packages will make your stay even more special. The Girlfriends Getaway Package features a manicure/pedicure for two at a local spa, lunch for two at local hot spot Fibber McGees, a bottle of wine, and more. Explore the island on a Bike or Hike Package, which includes two beach bikes for 2-3 full days, two Sunset Inn beach towels to take home, and one beach tote.

The sparks will fly with the Romance Package. Pop a bottle of complimentary champagne, nibble on chocolates, admire the fresh flowers, and indulge in a couples spa at a local spa. Renew your creativity November 7-9 or November 14-16 at the Maureen Ryan Griffin Writing Retreat 2014, where the author employs prompts and techniques to help you grow as a writer.

These packages, along with reduced off-season rates, feature a stay in elegant rooms like the Hatteras Grand Room, which features a private screened porch, a Whirlpool tub with bath salt, plush robes, and much more. Choose from the top level or the lobby level, both of which overlook the secluded salt marsh paradise of the Intracoastal Waterway. This North Carolina nook is also just a five-minute walk from the Atlantic Ocean.

At The Sunset Inn, a combination of exciting festivals, exceptional packages, and reduced rates make for ongoing North Carolina fun during the off-season.

Saturday, September 27, 2014

Sunset Beach, NC



Sunset Beach, NC is a great place to be in 2014, and the secret is out! The Kindred Spirit Mailbox located on Bird Island was just recently featured on CBS Evening News. We highly recommend exploring Bird Island with the educational walks every Wednesday, June through August, starting at 9am on the beach at the 40th St walkover. Take a moment to note your thoughts at the Kindred Spirit Mailbox. This is just one of the numerous “Things To Do” while you are visiting or as a resident at Sunset Beach, North Carolina.

Of course one of the most common things to do at Sunset Beach is enjoy the pristine shoreline, with silky-fine sand, gradual sloping beach, and natural accreting dune-lines that make the island of Sunset Beach undeniably unique. If you are the avid walker, jogger or beach chair lounger, keep your eyes open for the threatened Loggerhead Sea Turtle nests commonly found on our beach. The Sunset Beach Turtle Patrol works diligently to protect these nests and is eager to educate the public on Sunday evenings at 7pm at Sunset Properties on the island as well as, Wednesdays at Noon at Sunset Beach’s Ingram Planetarium. You might even get to witness over 100 Hatchlings born at a single Turtle Nest!

As we all continue to enjoy the ease of the New Sunset Beach Bridge, be sure to take a walk down memory lane and visit the Old Sunset Beach Bridge. With the museum officially open, you can now visit inside the Bridge Tender’s Office, enjoy interactive family activities, hear historical accounts of nautical days gone by, and even purchase unique memorabilia from the Old Bridge Store. Every Tuesday & Thursday nights 5-7pm features fun activities and Wednesday mornings 10-11:30am Young Explorers are invited. Be sure to visit to their website to see future scheduled events, including July 4th Celebration!

If you have Future Scientists among you or excited learners of any age, be sure to visit Ingram Planetarium and the Museum of Coastal Carolina. You’ll find Dinosaurs, Sea Monsters, and Sharks, oh my! There’s even famous Rock Band Laser Light Shows for the music lovers. The Ingram Planetarium at Sunset Beach and the Museum of Coastal Carolina at Ocean Isle Beach, have something to do every day of the week, rain or shine. Check out their complete schedule online.

Speaking of music lovers, The Sunset Beach Concert Series is once again honored to provide FREE summer concerts on Wednesday nights 6:30-8:30pm at the Gazebo in Village Park on Queen Anne Street in Sunset Beach. Bring your lawn chair, pack a cooler, and grab a few bucks to spend on the yummy foods provided by food vendors or to partake in the 50/50 charity raffle! The variety of live music and dancers of all ages will not disappoint. Check the Bands scheduled to play at Sunset Beach and live music events at other local Brunswick County Towns.

Most of all, we want you to Be Safe this Summer, Stay Alert and Be Informed about this gorgeous and friendly community. The Town of Sunset Beach, NC, via TV Channel 99, proudly provides up-to-date information about emergency guidelines, rip current warnings, and upcoming events. We invite each of you to explore the variety of entertainment, nature and family atmosphere that Sunset Beach offers in the warm summer months, and all year round. If you love us in the summer, you will be pleasantly surprised at just how idyllic the off-season months in our coastal town can be, too!

Saturday, September 20, 2014

Run Sunset Beach, NC May 18th, 2014

http://runsunsetbeach.com

1 Mile Turtle Trot

This will be a fun and affordable race on the beach for everyone no matter if you’re 3 or 93 to come enjoy the event. All participants will receive a unique rubber medal along with a nice tri blend t-shirt.

Kindred 5K

This one of a kind event takes you out to the famous Kindred Spirit where runners can leave their own letter at the turnaround. There will be age group and overall awards while all participants receive large medals and a nice tri blend t-shirt.

Sunset Beach Half Marathon

The first ever 1/2 Marathon in Sunset Beach takes runners across the entire island, over the Mannon C. Gore bridge (twice) and through the Seatrail Golf and Resort Community. Age group and overall awards PLUS x-large medals and a nice tri blend t-shirt

Saturday, September 13, 2014


Natural Features of Bird Island

The Bird Island Reserve has pristine sandy white

beaches, high natural dunes, and over 1000 acres of

beautiful salt marsh and tidal creeks.

Creation of the Reserve

Bird Island was privately owned from 1771 through

2001. Efforts to develop the island were halted in 1996

when the N.C. Coastal Resources Commission denied

the request to construct a bridge over Mad Inlet. In

2001 and 2002 the state of North Carolina purchased

these lands with funds from the Clean Water

Management Trust Fund, National Heritage Trust

Fund and N.C. Department of Transportation. Many

years of local citizens’ effort, particularly the Bird Island

Preservation Society, contributed to the inclusion of

Bird Island in the Coastal Reserve program.

Purpose of the Reserve

This natural area is one of 10 sites that make up the

North Carolina Coastal Reserve & National Estuarine

Research Reserve. Preservation of Bird Island

Reserve allows this coastal ecosystem to be available

as an outdoor laboratory where scientists, students

and the public can learn about processes, functions

and infl uences that shape and sustain the coastal

area. Traditional recreational uses are allowed as long

as they do not disturb the environment or organisms or

interfere with research and educational activities.

The Bird Island Reserve is located in Brunswick County,

south of Shallotte. From Hwy. 17 South, turn left onto N.C.

904; then turn right onto N.C. 179. It will become Sunset

Beach Boulevard. Cross the Intracoastal Waterway onto

Sunset Beach. At the “T” intersection with Main Street,

turn right. Parking is permitted on the side of the road

and near the 40th Street crossover. Walk west on the

beach to get to the reserve boundary.

North Carolina

Coastal Reserve & National

Estuarine Research Reserve

Wilmington Field Offi ce

5600 Marvin K. Moss Lane

Wilmington, NC 28409

(910) 962-2998

www.nccoastalreserve.net

Bird Island is managed by the N.C. Division of Coastal

Management to protect the island’s ecosystems and

organisms for research, education and compatible

recreational uses. Support and assistance of the Bird

Island Preservation Society and its volunteer stewards

is gratefully acknowledged. This site is also a dedicated

state nature preserve.

The North Carolina Coastal Reserve & National

Estuarine Research Reserve is a part of the N.C.

Division of Coastal Management, a division of the N.C.

Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

Saturday, September 6, 2014

Brunswick Islands Home and Garden Show, Sea Trail



2014 12th Annual Brunswick Islands Home and Garden Show

Date: February 15, 2014 - February 16, 2014
Website: http://www.brunswickcountychamber.org
Event Description:
The 12 Annual Brunswick Islands Home and Garden Show will be held at Sea Trail Resort and Conference Center will feature an array of vendors, a kid's learning area, live demonstrations and more!

Vendors will include plants, flowers, painters, home repair, builders, home accessories, outdoor products and much more!

Saturday, August 30, 2014

Sunset Beach, NC Boat Ramp & Proposed Park



“God made this for a park” said the Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Director when he recently visited the site.

The Town of Sunset Beach acquired the 5.2 acres of land with 1200 feet of waterfront on the Intracoastal Waterway and Mary’s Creek in order to construct a small public passive park for people to enjoy and have access to the State’s public trust waters. It is situated on a prominent point along the Intracoastal Waterway near the old Sunset Beach pontoon swing bridge site and affords beautiful views of the Waterway and nearby marshes, and a barrier island. The majority of the site is open grassed areas with many large live oak trees which will be preserved.

The Town is currently working with Withers & Ravenel to design the park and the amenities it will contain. Walking trails are expected to be included in the park design for those who want to get some fresh air and exercise while walking in the shade of trees in a beautiful setting overlooking the Waterway.

The now completed public boat ramp and fishing pier is more popular than anyone imagined it would be! Boaters, kayakers, anglers, and people who just want to sit and enjoy the sites populate the area on a daily basis. We believe that acquiring the five acres for a park next to the boat ramp site’s two acres and constructing fishing piers and overlooks, along with this adjacent public water access for launching boats, will provide people from all over the region with unique recreational and waterfront access opportunities along the North Carolina coast.

Due to the limited public access for pier fishing in our area and most of coastal North Carolina, we expect significant economic benefits upon completion of this project. The park and adjoining boat ramp site will attract fishermen to this area and will provide a positive economic impact for area stores, restaurants, and lodging. The Town’s permanent population of 3,600 (according to the State Demographer estimate) increases to approximately 15,000 in the peak summer months. In addition, the populations of adjacent Ocean Isle Beach and Calabash along with Brunswick County’s 107,000 population increase similarly, bringing thousands of people who would like to make use of such public water access facilities and area commercial establishments.

Saturday, August 23, 2014

The Boundary House Restaurant



The BOUNDARY HOUSE, in historic Calabash, NC, is a short drive from the Myrtle Beach area and ten minutes from Sunset Beach, NC & Ocean Isle Beach, NC.  Join them for award-winning dining representing the freshest in coastal cuisine. They take great pride in the quality of their items. They serve only USDA choice beef and search for the freshest seafood available. Enjoy superlative food in a fascinating setting of rich wood, granite and suspended lifeboats! Feast on large portions of ribs, steaks, fresh local seafood, homemade potato soup, crab dip appetizer, fresh salads, pasta and many more taste tempters. We think you will appreciate the difference quality makes. http://boundaryhouserestaurant.com

HOURS of OPERATION
Sunday through Thursday
11am-’til
Friday & Saturday
11am-10pm

Call 910-579-8888
for Reservations

Saturday, August 16, 2014

Shallotte, NC Christmas Festivities!

Saturday, December 7, 2013
Shallotte Riverside Park
12:00 - 5:00 PM
Brunswick Stew Cook-Off 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Christmas on the River Activities
S'mores & Marshmallow Roasting
Santa
Arts & Crafts
Hot Dogs
Coffee & Hot Chocolate
Music provided by CountryLineDancing.Com
Brunswick Stew Cook-Off

Shallotte Lights Up Activities
10:00 AM Shallotte Christmas Parade
4:00 PM at Rourk Gardens
Listen to the bands:
Big Bam Boom & the Lil Beach Band
Caroling
Santa
Choral Music at Camp UMC church steps
Town Lighting Ceremony

Saturday, August 9, 2014

Brookgreen Gardens Nights of a Thousand Candles!

Nights of a Thousand Candles

December 5 -7, 12 - 14, 19- 21, 2013

This year, due to popular demand they have expanded Nights of a Thousand Candles to nine nights. Tickets are good for any night of the event. You do not need to choose a night to visit in advance.
See Brookgreen Gardens come to life amid the soft glow of more than 5,500 hand-lit candles and countless sparkling lights from 3 - 10 p.m. Walk the paths with a warm cup of cider, hear the sounds of hand bells ringing, carolers singing, and celebrate the season with family and friends. This annual event has become a holiday tradition, click here for some FAQ and tips on making the most of your visit.

Click here for the Entertainment Schedule.
Dinner catered by Inlet Affairs is available in addition to admission prices.
Please note: no alcoholic beverages may be brought into the event and no smoking is preferred.


One hour from Sunset Beach, NC and Ocean Isle Beach, NC

Saturday, August 2, 2014

Sunset Beach NC Poem by Richard Taylor

ADVANTAGES OF HAVING A MARSH IN MY BACK YARD

The restful wideness of it, the golden mood,
saltmarsh cordgrass (spartina alterniflora),
yellow-green and tall

the occasional gull that wings
white against the long gray line
of trees edging the mainland.

No tending or trimming required—

a home for countless
amphibians, arachnids, arthropods
butterflies, oysters, crabs

a place that gives all and asks nothing in return
except to be left alone.

On the spine of its causeway, the soothing
swoosh of traffic queuing up to cross the drawbridge
after the shrimp boat chugs past
slow as an hour hand.

Its only disadvantage—the war between unseen Moon
and resisting suck of muddy earth—a quiet violence

that rocks the chair beneath me
churns up the silt of daydreams
and makes me late for breakfast.

From Punching Through the Egg of Space by Richard Allen Taylor

Saturday, July 26, 2014

Sunset Beach, NC Old Swing Bridge Christmas



News Release from Old Bridge Preservation Society
For immediate release


Christmas at the Old Bridge
The third annual “Christmas at the Old Bridge” will be held on Monday, December 9 from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. at the Old Bridge. Mark your calendars.

“Christmas at the Old Bridge” has become a special holiday tradition for the Sunset Beach area. It is a chance to slow down, savor the holiday and get into the spirit. Come to the Old Bridge and see it decorated for Christmas with lights and greenery. Refreshments will be served for those gathered and you’ll hear holiday carols drifting through the air. Everyone in the community, residents and visitors alike, are invited by the Old Bridge Preservation Society to listen to holiday music sung by local soloists Linda Ladrick, Mandee Williams, and Tain Collins. As well, a trio of West Brunswick freshmen, Elizah Fish, Sophie Hughes, and Gibbie Griffin, will sing for those assembled. To conclude the event, the community will be invited to participate in a holiday sing-a-long. This all takes place at the Old Bridge, 109 Shoreline Drive West, Sunset Beach. “Christmas at the Old Bridge” will definitely put you in the Christmas spirit.

If you were able to take part in the past, you know it is an event not to be missed. If you were unable to come, please start a new Sunset Beach holiday tradition and plan on being at the Old Bridge, 109 Shoreline Drive West on Monday, December 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For more information please check the Old Bridge Preservation Society website, oldbridgepreservationsociety.org. Christmas will be in the air, don’t miss it!

Five minute drive from Ocean Isle Beach, NC

Saturday, July 19, 2014

There's Nothing Ghoulish About the Hotels Around Here, Honest

Some people get a little skiddish around this time of year. They peek around corners, look over their shoulders, and check under the bed at night. Even when they don’t do these things it feels like the right thing to do. Why? Because Halloween is approaching and for many, that means paranoia! Nobody wants to be caught by surprise and have the daylights scared out of them!


Just because you may be coming to the beach for a vacation, doesn’t mean you can escape the ghoulishness of Halloween. This time of year ghosts and goblins run amuck no matter where you are. So when you’re looking at Ocean Isle Beach hotels where you can stay you just might want to come on over to Sunset Beach and stay at The Sunset Inn instead.


Unlike at some Ocean Isle Beach hotels there’s no need to check under the bed when you’re with us. But if you decide to go out, be careful where you venture. There are some scary happenings taking place in the area.


For instance, the Panic Attack Haunted Attraction is the largest, most elaborate, scariest, wildest, bloodiest, most intense haunted house the area has ever seen. Hollywood-quality special effects, elaborate sets, and terrifying live actors will scare you and exploit your deepest fears. The shocking and twisted journey through the Panic Attack is like a bad dream gone worse that sends you into a blood-curdling, psychological massacre of fears, phobias and haunts. It’s taking place now through Nov. 2, 6-11 p.m. Thursdays, 6 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday at 1290 South 15th Street, Wilmington, NC.

Saturday, July 12, 2014

Family Fun Day and Vacations to Sunset Beach NC

This is the perfect time of the year to enjoy Sunset Beach NC vacations because unless there’s a special event going on, you’ll pretty much have the each to yourself to enjoy. The water is still plenty warm enough for all the water sports you’ve been putting off and for some real fun why not rent yourself a jet ski or pontoon boat to take it over the top!

Check out 2013 Family Fun Day this weekend in the Brunswick Nature Park, Winnabow on October 19, 2013. This event is hosted by the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust. The park is located off NC 133 at 2601 River Road in Winnabow. Activities include mountain biking, pony riding, kayaking and more. The Cape Fear Chapter of the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association will be guiding riders through the park's mountain bike trails. Riders may bring their own bikes or borrow on onsite.


The Adventure Company will be providing kayaks for attendees to try paddling in Town Creek, and the Carolina Classic Horseman's Association will provide educational displays, pony rides and share plans for the trail system. The NC Coastal Land Trust will be leading nature hikes. There will also be food vendors, face painting, nature crafts, and other activities. The day promises to be a whole lot of fun for everyone who attends!


Mark your calendar now for the North Carolina Festival by the Sea being held October 26-27, 2013. This 2-day event kicks off with a parade down the Holden Beach causeway at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Arts and Crafts vendors are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. There will be a horseshoe tournament and a sand castle building contest. Children enjoy face painting, huge kites flying overhead and children's rides and amusements. Live musical entertainment begins at 10 a.m. both days at Holden Beach's new pavilion. There is free admission and free parking.


When you plan on coming here to enjoy yearly vacations at Sunset Beach NC you can plan on always having a fun time. If we can answer any questions or help with your reservations, please don’t hesitate to call us at 888-575-1001. We look forward to seeing you!

Saturday, July 5, 2014

Oyster Fest Time!!

Fall is upon us; bringing cooler weather, shorter days, changing colors and oysters!!


Oyster season runs October 15th – March 31st and to kick things off, The 33rd Annual NC Oyster Festival starts just next week on October 19th. This festival is put on by the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce and held in Ocean Isle Beach between 2nd and 3rd streets, beside the Museum of Coastal Carolina. With tons of things for both kids and adults to enjoy, this festival is a great draw for the area. Live music will start Saturday morning at 10am, and last throughout both days. Oyster shucking, amateur and professional, are on at 1pm Saturday. Great food and oyster stew are available both days. The website for the event says “The 33rd Annual North Carolina Oyster Festival will feature live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, festival food, a road race, kid's area, North Carolina Oyster Shucking Championships and an Oyster Stew Cook-off!”

Come join us here at The Sunset Inn, just minutes from the action to enjoy a great festival and some yummy oysters.


Also, don’t forget about our terrific mid-week special going on: stay three nights Monday-Thursday and get the 3rd half off!!


We hope to see you soon for a visit!!


Saturday, June 28, 2014

Come Spend Labor Day at Our Sunset Beach Resort

With Labor Day Weekend right around the corner many believe summer is winding down. But at a coastal location such as ours vacation season runs far into the end of the year. If you haven’t managed to squeeze in a vacation this summer it’s not too late to make reservations for a luxurious stay at our Sunset Beach resort.

This time of year is a lovely time to visit the beach. With many families back home and preparing to send their kids off to school before month’s end, the beaches as well as our Sunset Beach resort have plenty of room to spread out.

We’d like to wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day this year. Here are some local events taking place in the area.

Labor Day Music Extravaganza is on Bald Head Island from August 30 through September 2. Come dance the weekend away with Bald Head Island's signature beach music bash! Weekend events include the Coastal Carolina Bash, Harbourside Pavilion Picnic and Texas BBQ. Call 910-457-3701 for more information.

The Labor Day Sand Sculpture Contest in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, is taking place from 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 31. There are two divisions: Children's division - up to age 13, Family division - 4 adults and no limit on children. Rules are available at the Museum of Coastal Carolina. Trophies and prizes awarded in all divisions. The event takes place on the beach behind the Community Center on 44 East 1st Street in Ocean Isle Beach. For more information or if you have questions please call 910-579-1016. Happy Labor Day!

Saturday, June 21, 2014

The Hatching has begun! Visit Brunswick County Beachest to Witness the Baby Sea Turtles

This is such an exciting time to visit Sunset Beach, NC, Holden Beach, NC and Ocean Isle Beach NC. After months of dicovering Sea Turtle Nests the hatching has finally begun

!
The mother Sea Turtles start to come ashore in May and lay there eggs by the dunes. Volunteers with the Sea Turtle Watch Program then tour the beach night and day to look for the nests, mark them, and then they wait.

After about 50 to 60 days the hatching begins and it is a glorious sight!

Volunteers come back when they know it is getting close so they can be there to guide the baby sea turtles to the water. When the eggs are ready to hatch it is called a boil because they flow out of the nest like boiling water. There can be as many as 160 eggs so you can imagine how much help they need to make it to the water safely.( If you are vacationing they ask that you take up all beach equipment and fill in holes and knock down sand castles near the nest and trenches so they can have a smooth trail to the water.)


Sunset Beach has 19 nests this year. Holden Beach is ready to break the there record from 1999 with 69 nests, and Ocean Isle has marked quite a few as well. And the mother Turtles are still coming ashore to lay eggs. August through October is a great time to visit our area so you can be here to witness this amazing and once in a lifetime event. For more information about the Nests you can visit the Sunset Beach turtle patrol website at www.sunsetbeachturtles.org or visit www.hbturtlewatch.org


Holden Beach also hosts a turtle talk every Wednesday night by the foot of the bridge at 7:00 p.m. until Labor Day.If you can't make it to the talk then don't hesitate to approach a volunteer on the beach because they love to answer any questions you have and can tell you the best chance of seeing a nest boil over with these cute and tiny sea creatures.


Call and make your reservation with us at The Sunset Inn today so you can be one of the lucky vacationers and have stories to tell your friends for years to come. Beautiful Sunset Beach is here and calling your name!

Saturday, June 14, 2014

If You're Looking For an Ocean Isle Beach Hotel During the Sailfish Classic

The Cape Fear Sailfish Classic takes place on Friday and Saturday, August 9 and 10, 2013. This is an open tournament for all fisherman, targeting Captains and their crews from Wrightsville Beach to the west side of the Shoals at Ocean Isle Beach. It will be a weekend of fun and festivities, cash payouts, Champions Trophy and bragging rights.


This is an all-release event, designed to promote fun and exciting fishing that occurs nearshore every year as the waters warm and the Gulf Stream eddies push inward. Captains will fish as far "offshore" as the Tower, and the boundaries are defined as the Dallas Rock to Schoolhouse and Parking Lot Areas off of Wrightsville to 23 mile Rock, west to the Jungle/Hammer areas off of Ocean Isle.

The event is a 2 day fishing tournament, commencing with a pig-picking Captains meeting at the Wightsville Beach Marina on August 9. Fishing days are Friday/Saturday. Lines in at 8 a.m. and out at 3 p.m. This event is designed to be fun, all release and open to boats of any size. Book your place now, come for the Captains meeting and experience first hand the art of circle hook rigging ballyhoo by noted area fisherman.

If you find yourself looking for an Ocean Isle Beach hotel where you can stay during the tournament, be sure to check out Sunset Inn in nearby Sunset Beach. You simply won’t find any Ocean Isle Beach hotel that can provide you with the level of comfort and quality that our accommodations can.

Saturday, June 7, 2014

Why Ocean Isle Beach Vacations

When people ask us “Why take Ocean Isle Beach vacations?” we answer “Why not!” Plenty of people plan Ocean Isle Beach vacations as their destination because Ocean Isle is centrally located along the North Carolina coast. To the north is Holden Beach and to the south is Sunset Beach.

It’s Sunset Beach where you’ll find the best accommodations around — right here at The Sunset Inn. We can provide you with your choice of rooms for your stay and all at reasonable prices. Beautifully appointed rooms with king-sized beds, private baths, private screened porches with marsh views, wet bars, luxurious linens and large porches all combine to create a relaxed atmosphere that most can only dream about. It’s here where we’ll share our beautiful sunrises and breathtaking sunsets with you. You’ll be glad you came.

Consider spending your anniversary or honeymoon with us and take advantage of our special Honeymoon/Anniversary Package. A package includes:

  • 3 nights accommodations in one of our beautiful grand rooms
  • Bouquet of flowers
  • Bottle of champagne or wine
  • A one hour off-site massage per person
  • A $50 gift certificate to Twin Lakes Restaurant on the Intracoastal Waterway.


Rates are per room excluding taxes and gratuities. Please book at least two weeks in advance. Specials must be booked by phone. Additional nights will be priced at the regular nightly rate. No other discounts apply to special.

Saturday, May 31, 2014

Kindred Spirit Mailbox

Kindred Spirit Mailbox, Sunset Beach, NC

The Kindred Spirit Mailbox can be found on Bird Island in Sunset Beach, NC. Some go in search of it while others discover it by accident. To those who live on the island it’s a treasure and a landmark for our quaint and picturesque beach town.

The mailbox is hidden back by the dunes about two miles from the pier on the west end. I like to search for the American flag because I know to look for it there after passing a small sign welcoming you to Bird Island. Be warned that once you find it, it will be hard to leave without peeking inside and getting caught up reading through the journals left in the tiny metal frame. In the journals and old composition books you will discover notes, poems, love letters, farewells to loved ones, and even something as simple as I was here. Hours can be lost in such a remote little spot but I promise it will be something that you will never forget.


So when you come and stay at The Sunset Inn here in Sunset Beach, NC be sure to visit the treasure of the island known as the Kindred Spirit Mailbox.

Saturday, May 24, 2014

Not your typical getaway, but so much more


The Sunset Inn has hosted a great number of guests in its 13 year existance. We have seen guests from as far as Dubai, Japan, & Switzerland and we have had an abundance from North Carolina and all over the Unites States. We have been a part of business trips, family reunions, and friend getaways. But we have also been a place for Romance!


The Sunset Inn has been lucky to be a part of countless engagements, and honeymoons, secret birthday and anniversary trips and last but not least Weddings! The Sunset Inn may just look like a beautiful 14 room coastal cottage on the outside, but once you enter through its doors you become part of the history of the building. A place where JoAnna & Scott said I Do. A place where Cindy celebrated her 50th birthday. A place where Dennis & Kathy got engaged. It is a place where smiles, laughter, and great memories exist. A place where guests have become family members.


We would love for you to become part of The Sunset Inn family. We would love for you to be our guests and start making memories of your own right here in beautiful Sunset Beach. Visit www.thesunsetinn.net and start creating happy memories and dreams of your own, and don't forget to add a little romance while you are at it!

Saturday, May 17, 2014

Calling All Car Show Enthusiasts!

Calling all car enthusiasts!!! If you love seeing cars like a 67 Camaro, 70 Dodge Dart, or a Ford Model T then cruise on down to our area and check out these classic car shows being held in Myrtle Beach and the surrounding area all Summer! Come on down and stay at The Sunset Inn here in Sunset Beach, NC and visit these exciting events and then relax on one of the prettiest beaches on the entire East Coast! Visit us at www.thesunsetinn.net

Car Shows/Cruise-ins


Hot Rod Promotions June 22nd at Poppy's Burgers & Subs 3290 U.S. 17 Business Murrells Inlet. FREE Admission.

Call 843-503-8245 for details


Myrtle Beach Car Club
Cruise-ins are 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.and it is FREE! Call 843-742-9802 for info


June 15th at Midas Auto Repair 3354 Waccamaw Blvd off of US 501, near Bob Evans


June 29th at Four Seasons Car Wash, 600 US 17S, Surfside Beach


July 20th at Eggs Up Grill, on US17 Business in Garden City Beach, south of Garden City Furniture.


September 7th at Chick-Fil-A, 4400 US Bypass, Murrells Inlet


September 14th at Maggi D's Fine Italian Cuisine, 407 Seaboard St. Myrtle Beach across from Coastal Grand Mall


September 21 at Creek Ratz, 4065 US 17 Business, Murrelss Inlet.


"Mustang Week" Car Show


July 16th Meet & Greet Noon until 4 at Palace theatre at Broadway at the Beach in Myrtle Beach, SC


July 17th Myrtle Beach Autocross and Circle Tracj Fun Runs 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. with a Burn Out Contest at 5:30 p.m. and Wheels Of Destruction Thrill show at 7:15 at Myrtle Beach Speedway off of US 501 near Carolina Forest. visit www.myrtlebeachspeedway.com


July 18th 5.0 Magazine Dyno Challenge at Myrtle Beach Mall at US 17 and S.C. 22 near Briarcliffe Acres


July 19th Eifht annual Car Show at Myrtle Beach Mall. Registration 9-11 a.m. and judging at 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.


July 20th Mustang and SVT Cruise-In, noon-6p.m. at Myrtle Beach Mall, Car show awards at 3 p.m.
Visit www.mustangweek.com for more information

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Summer Events & Festivals

Come stay at The Sunset Inn and enjoy some fun in the sun and then check out these great upcoming events and festivals that include everything from wine tastings, book signings, cooking classes, area tours including programs at our beloved Swing Bridge, and more! There is always plenty to do here in Brunswick County, NC and you can do as little or as much as you want. We would love to see you!
June 5th Opening of Les Miserables at Thalian Hall in Downtown Wilmington, NC. Showtime is 3:00p.m. All other shows at 8:00 p.m. Production runs through the month of June.


Jazz At The Mansion


Date: Thu, June 6th 2013
Additional Time Info: 6:30pm
External Link: Event Website
Location: Bellamy Mansion
Bring your blankets or chairs and relax on the lawn to the sounds of America's classic songs played by the outstanding Wilmington artists. Beer and wine sold. $12 General admission / $10 Members $5 Students (with ID) $40 Season Passes* / $50 for non members *current members or The Bellamy Mansion or the Cape Fear Jazz Society. Market Street in Wilmington, NC


American Pie Music & Wine Fest Saturday, June 8, 2013 Noon - 5 pm Little River, SC

Take a walk down memory lane. Enjoy an afternoon of live music from two talented bands. Plus, sample the many wine varieties of La Belle Amie, try our flavorful wine slushies, and enjoy the beauty of the vineyard. The owner will give a vineyard tour (2:30). Or, browse our great gift shop. It doesn’t get any nicer than this. Its an afternoon of remembering the good ol’ days.MUSIC (12:00 – 5:00pm) BY: The Party Favor Band, and The Lanny Prewitt BandADMISSION: $8/person. (under 18 or over 80 admitted free) Bring two canned/dry good items for area food banks and receive $3 off admission. Club Members Free.Food Available From: Smokin’ Pitt BBQ, and The Vineyard Grill. BEVERAGES (Water, Soda, Beer, & Wine) Available From: La Belle Amie Vineyard. SORRY, ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD, BEVERAGES OR PETS ALLOWED INTO THIS EVENT. Remember, bring a lawn chair, a good friend or two, and enjoy the company, the music, the wine, and the beauty of the vineyard. 843/399-WINE

June 22 – First Blush of Summer Fest
July 6 - Independence Music Blast
July 20 – Summer Parrot Head Festival
Aug 3 – Blues & Jazz Fest
Aug 17 – Whole Lotta Shakin’ Oldies Music Fest
Aug 31 – Summer Breeze Music Fest
Sept 14 - Dog Days Blues & Jazz FestE (9463)

Details coming soon on www.labelleamie.com

SUMMERFEST STROLLING BOARDWALK PARADE

June 5th & every Wednesday through August

What Barefoot Landing's SummerFest schedule includes a strolling boardwalk parade every Wednesday this Summer. Watch as a live marching band, mascots and live animals stroll along the streets of the complex.

When The Strolling Boardwalk Parade will be held at 7 p.m. every Wednesday from June 1-August 31 at Barefoot Landing.

Where BAREFOOT LANDING

Silver Coast Winery OIB

Book Signing Come Meet Dorothea Benton Frank in the Barrel Room June 10, 2013 6-9pm

Dorothea's Newest Book The Last Original Wife"

Also at Silver Coast Winery: Hooked on Dancin' with Wanda & Jim York

Line & Partner Dance Instruction In the Barrel Room Wednesday's 2:30-5pm & Selected Sunday's www.CountryLineDancing.com

Top Chef Farmers Market Food Tour & Cooking Class June 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th Wilmington, NC

Stop dreaming about following a top chef through the farmers market. Get behind one. Join culinary tour guide Liz Biro for a coffee tasting and morning treats at Hot Pink Cake Stand or Port City Java. Then, stroll to downtown Wilmington's abundant Riverfront Farmers Market to see and sample at some of Liz's favorite vendors. Pickled N.C. peanuts, authentic Italian pastries, ginger wine made with local grapes. The array is always delicious and interesting. Along the way, the tour meets up with local foods devotee chef Tyson Amick of Aubriana's, among the Port City's best restaurants. Chef Tyson's creative American dishes with European flair are inspired by the Cape Fear region's bounty. Learn how a professional chef shops the market and draws inspiration from it. Afterward, it's back to Aubriana's for a hands-on cooking lesson featuring ingredients purchased at the market. You'll never consider frozen vegetables again.

June 29,2013
9am
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 June 29th, 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 at 3pm. The fun continues at 8pm with a live beach band and shag contest at Middleton Park and ends at dusk with the annual Beach Day fireworks from Oak Island Pier.
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.

Now Through Labor Day, 2013 Old Bridge Preservation Society
The Old Bridge Preservation Society launched its second annual Summer at the Old Bridge. There will be a presence at the Old Bridge from 10AM – 1PM Mondays and Wednesdays. Volunteers will be there to offer the history of the Old Bridge and information about the role it played in the development of Sunset Beach. Evening programs are planned throughout the entire summer from 5-8 PM Tuesdays and Thursdays in addition to educational and historical talks by retired bridge tenders and long-time local residents.

Memorial Day – Labor Day, 2013 Ingram Planetarium
Ingram Planetarium is presenting a new show in the SciDome Sky Theater called Dynamic Earth. 1:00PM and 3PM every Tuesday through Saturday this summer. They are located at 7625 High Market St. in Sunset Beach. Free family shows are featured every weekday at noon as well. For more information call 575-0033 or visit www.MuseumPlanetarium.org

Arts & Crafts Festival Myrtle Beach

August 2nd- August 4th ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL MYRTLE BEACH

Arts & Crafts Festival Myrtle Beach features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across America. It is a winner of The Sunshine Artist award. The event stands out in the international list of priority craft shows as it offers unmatched selling and buying opportunities to the art and craft enthusiasts and collectors. The show also brings together craftsmen and artisans from all across the globe on a common platform to leverage mutual trade and business.
Arts & Crafts Festival Myrtle Beach will be exploring with ceramics, jewelery, woodcrafts art, glassworks, pottery and many more different crafts can be found at this particular crafts shows. A thousand visitors can be expected in this craft event that will be eagerly coming from across the country to collect and learn different handcrafts and artistic items as well.

August 31st OAK ISLAND ART GUILD'S 24RD ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

Oak Island Art Guild's 24rd Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
Middleton Park Extension Soccer Field 46th SE Street & Dolphin Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Annual Labor Day weekend festival celebrating local and regional artists and craftspeople who display and sell their handmade goods within sight of the ocean.

Saturday, May 3, 2014

Old Pastime Comes Back to Life


 Sounds like a perfect date night to us! Come stay at The Sunset Inn in Sunset Beach, NC and take in an old pastime every Wednesday night during the summer in Myrtle Beach, SC.

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
JUN. 5, 2013 & every Wednesday through August 2013

What
Make Wednesdays nights in June, July and August Date Nights with Movies Under the Stars at The Market Common. A free movie will be played in Valor Park with nachos, beer and wine being sold by Nacho Hippo. Canipes Chocolate and Candies will sell popcorn and other concessions. See below for the movie schedule.

When
Movies Under the Stars will be held every Wednesday in August and September beginning at 9pm.
June 5 Jaws
June 12 Ghostbusters
June 19 Sister Act
June 26 Father of the Bride

July 3 E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial
July 10 Despicable Me
July 17 Goonies
July 24 The Lion King
July 31 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

August 7 Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone
August 14 Three Men & a Baby
August 21 City Slickers
August 28 Jurassic Park
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Where
THE MARKET COMMON

The Market Common in Myrtle Beach offers a unique lifestyle experience for all visitors with a true urban village community. Their mix of restaurants, specialty shops, salons and trendy boutiques, all set outdoors, make it a great place to get just about any errand done. Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant & Bar, P.F. Chang’s, Anthropologie, White House Black Market, Williams-Sonoma are just a handful of the places you’ll find at The Market Common.

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Day Trip Three - Battleship North Carolina

Daytrip Three: North Carolina Battleship in Wilmington, NC

Whether you are a lover of history, ships, firepower, or rare tours The USS Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington, NC is a must see! An easy drive up Highway 17 to 421, the grand ship is a breathtaking sight that holds so many memories of those who were aboard. The guided tours help bring those memories to life

The Battleship was launched June 14th 1940 and commissioned April 19th 1941. It was not long before she was put to the test and she and her crew saw battle in WWII. Surviving a torpedo attack during World War II this Battleship participated in every major naval offensive in the Pacific area of operations and earned 15 battle stars. “In the Battle of the Eastern Solomon’s in August of 1942, the Battleship’s anti aircraft barrage helped save the carrier Enterprise, thereby establishing the primary role of the fast battleship as protector of aircraft carriers”. On your visit you will hear more tales like this and that of the SOS campaign to save the ship from becoming scrap metal in NJ and returning to its rightful place here in North Carolina.

This tour is a definite “thing to do” while visiting us here at The Sunset Inn and once you step board the magnificent vessel it will be a day you will not forget. For more information about tours you can visit www.battleshipnc.com. Below is a list of events coming up in the next few weeks & months:

Design & Damage Control
May 18, 2013
Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
$55 per person. $50 for Friends members or active military.


As the first of the 10 fast battleships which served in WWII, NORTH CAROLINA paved the way for those battleships that followed. In this four-hour program, participants will explore the ship and engage with experts on ship design. Topics include surviving a torpedo strike, fires, and loss of power; thwarting magnetism and unwanted waters from flooding; from shoring and shifting fuel oil to triage of casualties and effective communication. An interesting and insightful afternoon awaits inquiring minds.


The tour is limited to ages 16 and older and limited to 48 participants. 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! Water and light snack provided. Registration and payment are due by Thursday, May 16. Program is $50/$45 for Friends of the Battleship or active military. Call 910-251-5797 for reservations.

8th Annual Memorial Day Observance
May 27, 2013
Time: 5:45 pm
FREE


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.

17th Annual Battleship Blast


July 4, 2013
Time: 9:05 pm
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.


Battleship Alive!
September 28, 2013
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Free with Battleship admission


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.

Saturday, April 19, 2014

Day Trip Two - Bald Head Island

Once on Bald Head Island you can head to the beach, visit the unique stores & art galleries, kayak through the inlets, and/or take in a round of golf at The Club. However, don’t miss the must see landmark, the Old Baldy Lighthouse. The oldest lighthouse in North Carolina, Old Baldy is a grand stone work of art that can be toured for only $5.00 along with the small museum beside it. If you are not afraid of heights then climbing the spiral staircase to the very top is a must. The view is like no other.

So while staying with us here at The Sunset Inn make sure to set aside some time to visit Bald Head Island. Here are some upcoming events on Bald Head Island to entice you even more:

Saturday, May 11, 2013 Wine & Cheese Gala

Wine and Cheese Gala will take place on May 11th aboard "Patriot". The boat will depart at 5PM from the Bald Head Ferry Terminal. The entertainment will be provided by the New Century Saxophone Quartet and the tickets are $50.00 per person. If you wish to purchase by mail, send you Name, address and check to Friends of Music Society PO BOX 569 Fulton, MD 20759 and the tickets will be promptly mailed to you.

Friday, May 24, 2013 Middle Island Ibis Sanctuary

BHI Conservancy 9am-10:30am Middle Island/Ibis Sanctuary Hike Meet at the Barrier Island Study Center. visiting the Ibis Lake Sanctuary, a protected area of land that is private and only accessible with Conservancy staff. Reservations required. To register, please visit www.bhic.org or call (910) 457-0089 Personal golf cart transportation is required. $15 per person for BHI Conservancy Members $20 per person for non-members.

Saturday, May 25, 2013 Island Wide Open Houses

11 a.m.-2 p.m. Island-Wide Open Houses Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales presents a variety of homes to introduce you to the many real estate opportunities on the island. Pick up a flyer at the sales office located at 4 Marina Wynd near the ferry landing. 910-457-7400.

Monday, May 27, 2013 Birding BHI

BHI Conservancy 8:30am – 10:30am Birding BHI Barrier Island Study Center. During the summer we are home to a large nesting population of the beautiful painted bunting. The island is also home to hundreds of egrets, herons and ibis as well as dozens of other species. To register, please visit www.bhic.org or call (910) 457-0089. Cost: $15 per person for BHI Conservancy Members, Free for BHI Conservancy Lifetime Level Members, $20 per person for non-members.

Sunday, June 16, 2013 Father’s Day Cookout

Sunday, June 16: 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Father’s Day Cookout The Bald Head Island Club Grille Terrace & Palms Terrace $18.95 plus tax and service charge for adults $11.95 plus tax and service charge for children 12 years and under. Please call 910.457.7300 to make a reservation

Friday, August 02, 2013 Pirate Weekend

Treasure Hunt Starts @ 3 pm Island Wide Game 24 hours to play –only $25 per golf cart! Pirate Booty Auction @ 4:30 pm Tent Pavilion Silent Auction Begins An 1817 coin? Cocktails in Old Baldy? Hawaiian Quilt (handmade by Old Baldy Quilters) & more treasures! Pirate Block Party NO ADMISSION CHARGE! Beer & Wine Truck opens at 4:30pm BBQ, Cash Bar, Live Music with Rusty Cutlass. Party with the Pirates at Tent Pavilion! Pirate Invasion @ 5:30 pm FREE on the Marina Captain Horatio Sinbad Arrives on the Meka II BUY TICKETS www.oldbaldy.org Or 910.457.7481

Pirate Weekend

Saturday, August 03, 2013

Kids Schools Sign up for Scalawag or Pirate Artist $20 child Pirate & Pancakes Bald Head Island Club 10:30 am Feasting and songs with Rusty Cutlass! Buy tickets today—it fills fast! Duck Race 2 pm $500 First Prize Adopt a duck for $10 each or 11 ducks for $100 Pirate Ghost Walk @ 7:30 & 8:30 pm By Old Baldy $25 adult/$15 child BUY TICKETS www.oldbaldy.org Or 910.457.7481

Pirate Weekend

Sunday, August 04, 2013

Pirate Parade 11:30 am Over the Bridge! Don’t forget to decorate the golf cart & wear a pirate costume! Pirate Costume Contest @ Tent Pavilion Immediately after parade..must be in parade to enter. Pirate Festival NO ADMISSION CHARGE! Noon to 5 pm Pirate Encampment, Sword Fights and Black Powder Guns, Rusty Cutlass Music, Magic Shows, Crafts, Games & more! Yum...Beer & Burgers & Brats @ Grub Ship! Creativity Challenge @ Bald Head Association Friday thru Sunday Cool works of art created by friends and neighbors! Silent auction bids end on Sunday at 4 pm. A great way to pick up one of a kind gifts! All proceeds from Pirates Are Coming support Old Baldy! BUY TICKETS www.oldbaldy.org Or 910.457.7481

So if you enjoyed your first day trip to Southport, NC then why not venture just a little farther and explore Bald Head Island. You can catch the ferry from Southport and 20 minutes later you will be transported to an island paradise surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, marsh inlets and lush greenery shading the pathways.
This island is special in that you can only explore it by renting bikes, a golf cart, or by walking. Leaving your cars behind when boarding the ferry, Bald Head Island reminds you to slow down, relax, and unwind while enjoying all the island has to offer.

Saturday, April 12, 2014

May festivals & events (2)

May is full of fun events and festivals! Let The Sunset Inn be your home base so you can soak up some sun at beautiful Sunset Beach and then spend some time enjoying these local festivities:


May 10 - 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

May 11th 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Mayfest on Main
This festival will take place on Main Street In North Myrtle Beach, SC. It includes live music from Grammy nominated John Waite & also The Little River Band! There will be food and craft vendors and street entertainers. You might want to bring a beach chair to enjoy all the entertainment. Best news is the admission is free! Visit http://parks.nmb.us for more information.


May 11, 2013
Boiling Spring Lakes Community Fun Day
Games, blow ups, vendors, food, entertainment, and fun.
Boiling Spring Lakes City Hall- Corner of Hwy. 87 & Boiling Spring Road, Boiling Spring Lakes & BSL First Baptist Church.
Contact: Mary Stilwell
910/845-2762
Admission/Fees: Free


May 18th & May 19th 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Little River Blue Crab Festival
This 32nd annual festival is a big hit with locals and tourists. They will have live music, food, craft, & art vendors and of course places to buy blue crabs. Hosted on the waterfront in Little River, SC.


May 19th 12 p.m. until 4 p.m.
Oak Island Beautification Plant Sale & Garden tour
Plant sale & Home tours start at the retired Oak Island Greenhouse located on Oak Island Drive and 56th Street SE under the watertower. Great way to tour lush gardens and get a few new ideas for your own. Tour fee is $10.00. Contact Lynne Kracht at 910-221-8738 for more information.
For more May events in Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas visit our web-site at www.thesunsetinn.net/blog

Saturday, April 5, 2014

Day Trip One: Southport

Whether you are a first time visitor to The Sunset Inn or you have been calling the Inn a home away from home for years we thought we might tell you about a few exciting places to visit while staying with us. The first in this series is the charming fishing village of Southport.

Southport is an easy drive from the Inn by just hopping on Highway 17 to Highway 211 and you are there. Once you arrive you will see historic store fronts that house antique shops, old book stores, art galleries, and craft shops. While strolling through town there are great places to stop for a bite to eat, The Pharmacy is a local favorite. From there the scenic waterfront park beckons with glistening blue water and park benches to sit and watch the sail boats drift by. Why not enjoy an ice cream cone or sundae while relaxing, those shops are close by too.

While visiting this quaint picturesque town you might start noticing some familiar spots. How could a place you have never been to seem so familiar? Perhaps it is because Southport has been captured on film more than once. Author Nicholas Sparks, known for novels like The Notebook, Dear John, & The Last Song, also took to the area and the town has been featured in two of his adapted films. "A Walk To Remember" starring Mandy Moore and the recently released "Safe Haven" starring Julianne Hough & Josh Duhamel. Author Lois Duncan's novel "I Know What You Did Last Summer" also put Southport on the map in movies in 1997. These movies have created such a stir that tours are now being offered to take you around to experience the sights, sounds, and charm that graced the screen along with a history of the area. Tours start May 17th. To book a tour visit www.oldsouthtourcompany.com.

Southport also hosts numerous festivals & events over the year. Here are just a few:

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.

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.

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

For more information on Southport and the town's events visit: www.southport-oakisland.com and click on Calendar of Events

Check back soon for our next blog: Day Trip Two: Bald Head Island and visit www.thesunsetinn.net to get more information about our area, see pictures of our rooms, and book on-line. If you would like more information don't hesitate to call us toll free at 1-888-575-1001. We hope to see you soon.

Saturday, March 29, 2014

Upcoming events in May

Check out these entertaining events posted for the Wilmington, NC area and Little River, SC.

4th Annual Cape Fear Comedy Festival
When:
May 1, 2013 to May 4, 2013
Location:
Various Venues
Around Town
Wilmington, NC 28401

Admission:
$12.00
Description:
The 4th Annual Cape Fear Comedy Festival features 33 shows, 64 national comedians, and occurs at fiour Wilmington, NC, venues: Nutt St Comedy Room, The Soapbox, Front Street Brewery, and TheatreNOW. Headlining the festival are Sean Patton and Jordan Brady. Four-day passes can be purchased online for $40.
More Info:
Phone: (910) 251-7881

2nd Annual Pleasure Island Bluegrass By The River


When:
May 4, 2013
11:30 AM
Location:
Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area
118 Riverfront Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Admission:
$10.00 to $15.00
Description:
The 2nd Annual Pleasure Island Bluegrass By The River in Kure Beach, NC features a variety of bluegrass music, plus KidZone; clogging, music and wash-tub bass workshops; open jam (pickers of all kinds welcome; please provide your own instruments). Please note: No coolers, pets, or refunds. Children 12 and under admitted free.
More Info:
Phone: (910) 458-8434

Calling all Birders!!

Bird Hike
When:
May 8, 2013
8:00 AM
Location:
Airlie Gardens
300 Airlie Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
Website: http://www.airliegardens.org/

Admission:
$3.00 to $5.00
Description:
Bird Hikes at Airlie Gardens in Wilmington NC leave from the Garden Services Center, and feature Environmental Educators from the Gardens and Jill Peleuses from Wild Bird & Garden.
More Info:
Phone: (910) 798-7700
Email: airlieinfo@nhcgov.com

Can't miss event just minutes from The Sunset Inn!
Little River, South Carolina
The Little Town with Big Festivals

32nd Annual Blue Crab Festival

Saturday May 18th, 2013
& Sunday May 19th, 2013
in Little River, South Carolina!

Hours
Saturday 9 am – 6 pm
Sunday 9 am – 6 pm

Advanced Ticket Sales Available at:
Little River Chamber of Commerce
North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce
First Bank - Little River

Price:
1 Day Advance Ticket = $3.00
2 Day Advance Ticket = $5.00
General Gate Admission = $5.00 per day
Great weekend event with live music, art & craft vendors, and great food! Several food vendors will have blue crabs for you.

Saturday, March 22, 2014

Sunset Beach Summer Concert Series


It is getting close to that time of year to celebrate summer with all of us here at Sunset Beach. Come enjoy the free live music and dance the night away or sit back, relax, and soak up some sun while bopping to the music. The Sunset Beach Free Concert Series is held between Memorial Day and Labor Day at the Village Park at Seaside Village. (Look for the gazebo in the small park across from Fibber’s Restaurant on the mainland).


The Free Concerts are held 6:30-8:30 each Wednesday (weather permitting). – bring your beach chair and enjoy!


So don’t forget – if Wednesday is a bad night for you, or your group just wants more free music there is also the Friday night concerts on Ocean Isle during the summer! This is at the Coastal Carolina Museum, and starts at 6:30 as well.


This gives you even more reasons to come check out Sunset Beach, NC and we would love to have you as our guests here at The Sunset Inn. Don't miss out on some great entertainment and a beautiful beach town. See you soon!


Sunset Beach Concert Series Lineup:


May 29, 2013- Fat Jack Band
June 5, 2013- Parrot Party
June 12, 2013- Homemade Jam
June 19, 2013- Carolina Breakers
June 26, 2013- The Ginger Thompson Band
July 3, 2013- CC Martin
July 10, 2013- The Mark Roberts Band
July 17, 2013- Marsha Morgan Band
July 24, 2013- Jim Quick & The Coastline Band
July 31, 2013- Coco Loco
August 7, 2013- Rodney Dane
August 14, 2013- The Craig Woolard Band
August 21, 2013- Hip Pocket
August 28, 2013- The Fantastic Shakers
September 4, 2013- Fat Jack Band

Saturday, March 15, 2014

La Belle Amie Vineyard Festival

A great place to visit while vacationing at The Sunset Inn


La Belle Amie Vineyard


April Music Fest
Saturday, April 20, 2013 Noon - 5 pm
Little River, SC


Enjoy an afternoon of live music from two talented bands. Plus, sample the many wine varieties of La Belle Amie, try our flavorful wine slushies, and enjoy the beauty of the vineyard. The owner will give a vineyard tour (2:30). Or, browse our great gift shop. It doesn’t get any nicer than this. Come share it with us!

MUSIC (12:00 – 5:00pm) BY: The Mike McCoy Band, and The Necessary Experience

ADMISSION: $8/person. (under 18 or over 80 admitted free) Bring two canned/dry good items for area food banks and receive $3 off admission. Club Members Free.
Food Available From: Smokin’ Pitt BBQ, and Hunts Lexington Style Cooking


BEVERAGES (Water, Soda, Beer, & Wine) Available From: La Belle Amie Vineyard


SORRY, ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD, BEVERAGES OR PETS ALLOWED INTO THIS EVENT
Remember, bring a lawn chair, a good friend or two, and enjoy the company, the music, the wine, and the beauty of the vineyard.
843/399-WINE (9463) www.LaBelleAmie.com


SPONSORED BY: Anderson Bros. Bank, and EASY Radio 105.9FM
VINEYARD LOCATION: Hwy 90 & St. Joseph Road (just west of the NMB Middle School.)
GPS ADDRESS: 1120 St. Joseph Road, Little River, SC
REGULAR SHOP HOURS: Monday – Saturday 10am-6pm.

Saturday, March 8, 2014

Sunset Beach celebrates 50th Anniversary!

Sunset Beach is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year. To most it seems like just yesterday Mr. Mannon Gore was setting his sights on the little island that could. This south facing beach was once just an over abundance of sand and waterways that could only be reached by boat. Today it is a place where over 3,400 hundred people call home. If those Live Oak trees could talk they would have some interesting tales.

When discussing the history of Sunset Beach some may go directly to the names associated with the island like the Gore, Frink, Stanaland, & the Holden families, while others would talk more about the setting itself. You can’t visit here without hearing about our old pontoon swing bridge that opened on the hour to let the boats travel through, or how it took a 40 year battle to build a new two lane high-rise bridge. The Sunset Beach Swing Bridge was a big part of the island’s charm, but the new bridge still leads you to one of the prettiest beaches on the East Coast! Sunset Beach residents would also bring up Bird Island, our 1,200 acre nature preserve and the kindred spirit mailbox. The mailbox contains messages, journals, and poems from all who visit there.


Sunset Beach has blossomed over the past 50 years and yet it’s still a quaint, charming, and fun in the sun beach that was named appropriately by Mr. Gore. The rainbow-colored sunsets are like scenes from childhood fairy tales. If you want to celebrate the 50 year Anniversary come join the town May 18th for the Beach Party at the Sunset Beach Gazebo. Tickets will be on sale April 15th via Sunset Beach Town Hall. We hope to see you at the Inn and on the beach!

Saturday, March 1, 2014

Discover Spring in Sunset Beach





Did you know that Sunset Beach, N.C. has multiple personalities? It is a beautiful, quaint, and tranquil oasis that is perfect for one who just wants to kick back, relax, and soak up some sun. But are you aware that Sunset Beach is just minutes from Highway 17 South that transports you to North Myrtle Beach, S.C. and the heart of Myrtle Beach? That is why it is also perfect for those who love the beach, but want a little more variety and excitement.



Sunset Beach springs to life in March and April and our average temperature is in the low to mid 60’s. For our solitary folks, you can walk the beach and visit Bird Island and the Kindred Spirit mailbox, or rent a bike and take in everything the Island has to offer. For our on the go folks, you have got the beach, but there are also plenty of local festivals and events to keep you hopping! La Belle Amie Vineyard located in North Myrtle Beach is hosting Remember When Oldies Festival on March 23rd. It is a perfect venue for guests who love live music, great food, wine tastings, and more. They will also be holding the Blues & Jazz Festival on April 6th and their April Music Festival on April 20th. The 6th annual Taste of the Coast at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach will also be taking place on Saturday March 23rd. They have over 20 local restaurants showcasing their cuisine so you can taste test to your heart’s content. They will have live music and games for all to enjoy.


Here in Sunset Beach, N.C. you can do as little or as much as you want. The Sunset Inn is located on the island and overlooks the Salt Water Marsh and Intracoastal Waterway. No matter what your plans are we provide a home away from home. We have 14 rooms each with one king sized bed and private screened porches and we cater to couples and friend getaways. So what are you waiting for? Come visit Sunset Beach, N.C. and discover all of its personalities.

Saturday, February 22, 2014

Brunswick Island's Home & Garden Show

The 11th Annual Brunswick Island’s Home & Garden Show will be held April 20-21 at Sea Trail Convention Center in Sunset Beach, NC.


Last years attendance for the two day event was over 1,000 people.


The Brunswick Island's Home and Garden Show displays products and services for the home and garden including landscaping, gardening, pool and spas, windows, outdoor grills, home décor, utilities, real estate and financial services, and resources for home construction or improvement.


Please join us for this fun and informative event and stay at the Sunset Inn on the island of Sunset Beach, NC. Five minutes from Ocean Isle Beach, NC and only 20 minutes from North Myrtle Beach, SC.

9 North Shore Drive East
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
www.thesunsetinn.net
1-888-575-1001


Saturday, February 15, 2014

Tie Up Your Sneakers for the Upcoming Races

Just in case you didn't know it, there are quite a few 5k and 10k races coming up soon in the area. If you’ve been training all year or are just trying stay in shape, consider entering any or all of them. When you find yourself looking for an Ocean Isle Beach hotel consider The Sunset Inn located close by at Sunset Beach, NC.

We’ll give you a run down of upcoming races that we know of right now.

A Race for the Cure 5K is being held from 8 a.m. to noon on March 2 in downtown Wilmington, NC. The Race for the Cure 5K raises money for the Susan G Koman Foundation. The race will take place in Downtown Wilmington at 2nd and Market Streets.

Get into the St. Patrick’s Day Spirit on March 16, 2013 at the Lucky Leprechaun 5k beginning at The Winds Resort! Wear Green and show your Leprechaun Spirit! The course is flat, fast and beautiful as it parallels the ocean along the east side of the island. Hundreds will come out to participate in the race along 1st and 2nd Streets on Ocean Isle. The crowd is usually a festive bunch, dressed in all shades of green with St. Patty’s Day flair. The race begins at 9am. There are several different race categories and many winners; the overall best time wins a free 2-day stay at The Winds. After the race, participants staying at The Winds are treated to a hamburger and hotdog lunch complete with all the fixings!

The Wrightsville Beach Marathon 5K takes place from 5-8 p.m. on March 16 at Mayfaire Town Center Event Field. The event is part of the exciting Marathon Madness in March. The entire marathon series includes a 1-Mile Fun Run, 5K, Half Marathon, Full Marathon and Marathon Relay. The 5K starts at Mayfaire Town Center and ends with a Pasta Dinner at the Marathon Expo at Mayfaire (separate admission fee). Registration for the run is $35.00 to $55.00

Whew! We get tired out just thinking about them all. Do give us a call toll free at (888) 575-1001 if you’d like to make reservations at our inn. You'll find our rates to be comparable to an Ocean Isle Beach hotel but our accommodations quite more luxurious. We think you’ll be happy you’ve chosen The Sunset Inn over any Ocean Isle Beach hotel the area might offer.

Saturday, February 8, 2014

Upcoming Events in Wilmington

Things Happening this February in Wilmington:

Winter Wine & Beer Walk - February 22

Wilmington will be having its Winter Wine & Beer Walk on Saturday, February 22 from 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. downtown. This event is a tasting tour of some of Wilmington most popular restaurants and drinking spots. Tickets are $15 each or 2 for $25 and are limited; this fee includes 2 free samples at each location. This is a great way to discover new beers and different wines at places you already go, or a new bar or restaurant altogether! Tickets can be purchased at Etix.com or by cash only at The Fortunate Glass & Front Street Brewery. For more information check out http://www.wineandbeerwalk.com/info_wilmington.html, or call 216-374-8884.

Evita! - Starting February 19

Evita is coming to Wilmington, this beautiful production is about Evita Duarte, a B-picture actress who became the wife of Argentinian president Juan Peron. It is being performed at Thalian Hall Wednesday, February 19 - Sunday, February 23 and Friday, February 28 - Sunday, March 2; times are Thursday - Sat 8:00 p.m. and Sunday 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $29 per person, and more information can be found at http://www.thalianhall.org or call at 910-632-2241

Carolina Chocolate Drops with L Shaped Lot Duo - February 26

The Grammy award winning Carolina Chocolate Drops are coming to the Brooklyn Arts Center on February 26, doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets are General Admission: $23, Day of: $28 and VIP Balcony: $33. According to the New York Times: “They dip into styles of southern black music from the 1920s and '30s string- band music, jug-band music, fife and drum, early jazz and beam their curiosity outward. They make short work of their instructive mission and spend their energy on things that require it: flatfoot dancing, jug playing, shouting."
For more information go to http://www.pipelineevents.com or call 910-538-2939.