There's much to do. If you know of anything fun, informative, or a benefit event to lift our spirits, please let us know and we will report it here and on our facebook page!
March 18-25
Time and Locations Vary
Mar 22: Leland Green Sweep
Mar 22: Organisms Big and Small: Fisheries
Mar 23: Birding in Brunswick
Mar 24: Storm Drain Marking with CFRW and More to Come
Participate in this statewide initiative to celebrate streams, lakes, and rivers through a partnership with Cape Fear River Watch and Clean Water Education Partnership. Registration is required for all programs during this week long event. See programming starting on page 15 for more details. Register for programs online or in person at the LCAC. https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/townofleland
April 22
10am
Leland Cultural Arts Center
1212 Magnolia Village Way
FREE
What better way to celebrate Earth Day than by receiving free, beautiful plants for all to enjoy in the community. This event is for Leland residents only and is first come, first served with limited supplies.
March 2
2pm
Oak Island Recreation Center
8200 E. Oak Island Dr.
Learn the history, interesting characteristics, and little-known facts about the Oak Island Lighthouse! Participants will be entered into a raffle with prizes including a private top tour of the lighthouse, dinner at Oak Island restaurants, and the Oak Island Lighthouse merchandise. This free event is co-sponsored by the G.V. Barbee Library, Oak Island Recreation Center, and the Friends of the Oak Island Lighthouse. To register, simply visit G.V. Barbee Library or call 910-278-4283 for more information.
March 16 & April 20
4:30-5:30pm
Barbee Library
8200 E. Oak Island Drive
Come out to Barbee Library every third Thursday at 4:30 p.m. beginning Jan. 19th for SMART Kids Club featuring various STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math)-based activities. Call 910-278-4283 to register. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
March 13
5-7pm
Oak Island Recreation Cente
8200 E. Oak Island Dr.
$5 in Advance - $7 at Door
Try your luck this St. Patrick’s Day as Oak Island Recreation Center hosts a fantastic evening of Holiday BINGO! Featuring prizes for both youth and adult categories, it’s the perfect way to make memories with your loved ones this holiday season. Spaces are limited, so secure seats in advance!
Registration is available at www.OakIslandNC.gov/RecDesk
April 1
5-8pm
Oak Island Ocean
Education Center
4700 E. Oak Island Dr.
While you’re spending a night out on the town, let the kiddos get crafty at Oak
Island Ocean Education Center! Participants will love the holiday themed crafts, movie, and games followed by a celebratory pizza party! Children must be 6-12 years old. For questions contact Recreation Center Supervisor, Carrie Winkler, at cwinkler@OakIslandNC.govor by calling (910) 278-5518
April 7
Haag & Sons Finest Kind
Good Friday Oyster Roast
6-9pm
Haag & Sons Seafood
7901 E. Oak Island Drive
Join Nowcat to pre-party prepare for your Easter Weekend Celebration. Haag & Sons Finest Kind Good Friday Oyster Roast. Pick up your fresh tasty fish, oysters, and all sorts of fixins. There will be food trucks on site. Shelia Bell and Richard D’Anjolell of Nowcat will be jammin. You never know what special artist might be joining in on the fun!
April 8
2-5pm
801 Ocean Event Center
801 Ocean Drive
Back by popular demand is our annual wine tasting and silent auction benefiting the Oak Island Beach Preservation Society. Details about how to get your tickets to this exciting event will be coming soon. If you are an area business and want to promote your business with a donation to the auction, just drop us a note at okibpsi@gmail.com. https://www.facebook.com/oakislandbeachpreservationsociety
March-June
3pm
Franklin Square Gallery
130 E West St.
Presenter Kirah VanSickle, is a seasoned storyteller, artist, dynamic lecturer and instructor at The Cameron Art Museum School in Wlimington.
March 18: Prehistoric Cave Art
March 29: Romance of Picasso and Matisse
April 18: Caves to Canvas - Women in Art
May 3: Matisse, Hopper and Diebekorn
May 17: Kahlo and Rivera
June 7: Women of New York - 7th Avenue
March 25-26
3pm
Odell Williamson Auditorium
Brunswick Community College
The show will consist of favorites previously sung by Sea Notes. Bob Marks will direct the show and Laura White will be the primary accompanist. A few of the favorites will be Everything’s Coming Up Roses, Fiddler on the Roof, The Impossible Dream, Phantom of the Opera, and of course, Dancing Queen. Come walk with us down memory lane.
Concerts are always free. Tickets are not required. Donations welcome as Sea Notes is a non-profit organization. For more information, go to
April 2
5-8pm
Woodlands Park in St. James
New Hope Clinic is celebrating 25 years of providing healthcare to our neighbors in need. The event is supported by the Knights of Columbus at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Music by Mike’s Garage Band, along with… a barrel full of laughs with comedian Daniel Butler, tasty fish and chips from Wallace Express and flavorful libations from Makai Brewery (makaibrewing.com). Bring a chair and a bit of cash for the raffle. Suggested ticket contribution: $10 to $20 per person. Tickets: available at New Hope Clinic in Boiling Spring Lakes and at the event. Contact 910-845-5333 info@newhopeclinicfree.org
April 6
4-5pm
Harper Library
109 W. Moore St
Join us in the kids’ room for fun Lego building! No registration is required. All are welcome.
April 20
5-8pm
Woodlands Park - St. James Free
Donations Welcome
Fundraising event for the Alzheimer’s
Association. Music with the Backporch Rockers from 5pm - 8pm. Any question please call or contact Randy Lewis on (703) 403-2047.
April 29
8:30am
Southport Waterfront Park
The annual spring show with a new name. Save the date. Details forthcoming! Visit the website, capefearcruisers.com for more information.
April 29
9am-4pm
Barn & Beach Designs
4874 Old Long Beach Rd.
Come join us for a fun, outdoor family, festival on Saturday, April 29th. From 9-4pm. We will have art, vendors, music and food trucks. Stop in or call for more details (910)363-4995
April 29
5:30-7:30pm
Silver Coast Winery
6680 Barbeque Rd NW
Join us for the Ultimate Girls Night Out at Wine, Women & Chocolate!!Entry is $50 and includes admission to the event, 1 drink ticket, 1 raffle ticket, shopping and food (including chocolate)! For Tickets or more info: https://bit.ly/winewomenchocolatetickets
March 25
10am
6420 Ocean Hwy E
Please join us for opening day! We will have the opening day ceremony, team & individual pictures and full concession as you enjoy softball and baseball games throughout the day!