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Barn and Beach Artists Begin Scholarship Program
No one appreciates the needs of young artists like other artists. Seeing a need to support art education, Francesca Talbot, local artist and owner of Barn & Beach Designs, recently created an art scholarship funded by the sale of donated
Franklin Square Gallery Summer Events
This summer, the Associated Artists of Southport (AAS) are offering a host of fun events at Franklin Square Gallery for art lovers to enjoy. The Summer Regional Show runs through July 19 and features original paintings, pottery and sculpture by
2025 NC 4th of July Festival Schedule
The North Carolina 4th of July Festival has so many fun activities and programs, so use this schedule throughout the week so you don’t miss any of your favorites! This year brings some new events, like the Brunswick Arts Council’s
Solstice Festival/Make Music Day
If the day is long, why not fill it with music? And if you’re going to have music, why not throw in storytellers, food, arts and crafts and maybe even a little Shakespeare? That’s the idea behind the Brunswick Arts
Oak Island Medallion Treasure Hunt
It’s time for the second Town of Oak Island Medallion Hunt, a fun and exciting event where the community comes together in a race to find the hidden medallion. Whether you’re a long-time resident or just visiting, this thrilling treasure
Hurricane Meal Kits: Nutrition and Food Safety
Hurricane season is here and it’s time to prepare an emergency hurricane kit. There are lots of lists available to follow, however, most of these lists are fairly limited when it comes to advice about food and food safety. They
Fourth of July Raffle to Support Historic Building Restoration
The Associated Artists of Southport (AAS) and Franklin Square Gallery are excited to announce this year’s Fourth of July Raffle to raise funds for preserving and maintaining the Gallery’s beloved historic building. This Independence Day, AAS invites the community to
Southport Cheese Shoppe
If you’ve never visited The Cheese Shoppe on Howe Street, you may be depriving yourself. The shop offers the best cheese in town and is stocked with endless amounts of snacks and goodies alike, perfect for entertaining guests or just
Olde Southport Village Shoppes
Troy Knight, the well-known founding pastor of Generations Church in Southport, is also the owner of the Southport Smoke House. Pastor Troy, who professes a passion for smoked meats, opened the barbecue restaurant about 10 years ago, and it quickly
Carolina Kite House
Our first thought when we heard that a kite shop was opening in our community was “Well, it’s about time!” Of course kites have been available in the local beach shops in a limited way, but it always struck us
