Monthly Archives: October 2023

Southport’s Haven

Walking into Haven, at 307 N. Howe Street in Southport, is like stepping into a little piece of Italy. Well, to be honest, the table modeled on a half a Fiat outside kind of sets the mood. Haven offers gelato,

Big Toy Day

Vehicles of all varieties will roll into the Cape Fear Regional Jetport Saturday, Oct. 14 for Big Toy Day, a family-friendly event hosted annually by the Kiwanis Club of Southport-Oak Island. The popular event, which will be held from 10

Paddling Through History on Rice Creek with Adventure Kayak Company

In perhaps my favorite assignment to date for Southport Magazine, I was excited to participate in a “Historical Kayak Tour of Rice Creek” offered through the Adventure Kayak Company of Southport.  It was a terrific way to spend a cool

Kids’ Art & Photo Contest

Here’s a good reason for young people to take a break from the new school year and get outside with a camera, paints or pencil and capture our community’s beauty and fun. Katie Dorsett-Dye of Katie D Photography and Zack

Brunswick Town Events

While it’s in our opinion the prettiest property in Brunswick County all of the time, fall is an especially great time to visit the Brunswick Town-Fort Anderson State Historic Site just off Route 133 at 8884 St. Philip’s Rd SE.

OKI Public Arts Trail Input Sessions

The Town of Oak Island is looking for public input as it launches a new public art initiative, the Oak Island Public Art Trail. “Whether it’s to celebrate nature, remember history, or simply enrich the lives of residents and visitors

Oak Island Adventures

Looking to get out and have some fun this fall, but would love to share your fun with a group? Maybe letting someone else do the driving appeals you, too. The Town of Oak Island has you covered with its