Monthly Archives: March 2014
Caring Clean-up Crew
What: Park Day When: Sat., April 5th • 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: NC Maritime Museum 204 E. Moore St., Southport Cost: FREE Info: www.ncmaritimemuseums.com “During World War II, families grew Victory Gardens to ease food production and aid
April 2014
Part of our goal—really, our job—in creating a community magazine is to build a monthly resource that covers the interests of most of our demographic. For us, that means offering something for each member of our community: old and young,
Wine for a Fine Beach
What: Oak Island Beach Preservation Society Wine Tasting and Silent Auction When: Saturday, April 26th • 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Where: Island Way Restaurant 1407 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island Cost: $25/person; very limited tickets! Info: (910) 933-4325 There
Growing Hair, Raising Funds
St. Baldrick’s Shaving Party Saturday, March 15th • 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Shaving at 8 p.m. Fox and Hound Sports Tavern, 920 Town Center Dr. Mayfaire Shopping Center, Wilmington (910) 509-0805 www.foxandhound.com or www.facebook.com/FoxAndHoundWilmington When I first met Steve
Canning the Goods
The home food preservation season isn’t really that far away. If you’re thinking about “putting food up” this summer, this is a great time to learn more—before the busy time gets here. People have been preserving food for centuries in
The Painted Mermaid
Owner Amy Atwell discusses her decisions to exit 'big box' retail and to feature local wares
Moving Insurance
When preparing for a move, you may be hiring movers, packing, and transferring your homeowners or renters insurance to your new address. But what about getting moving insurance? If you’re like most people, you may not realize that your homeowners
Pot o’ Gold
The Irish celebration of St. Patrick began centuries ago as a feast in honor of the saint who brought Christianity to the Emerald Isle. It’s no wonder today the holiday is celebrated with copious fanfare; St. Patrick’s Day falls within
