Category Archives: Currents

Carnival of Fun

In the U.S., New Orleans’ French Quarter is recognized as the birthplace of Mardi Gras, as the jubilee has since evolved beyond the traditional French or Catholic religious backgrounds. Locally folks can celebrate with the Mardi Gras by the Sea

Planning Extravaganza

What: Southern Cape Fear Coast Bridal Showcase When: Sun., Feb. 16th • 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Where: St. James Community Center 4136 Southport-Supply Rd., St. James Cost: $5/person; brides free Info: www.southport-oakisland.com One of the goals of the Southport-Oak

Honored

Operation Marry Me Military makes dream weddings a reality for local military couples

Adoption Round-up:

Through the dedication of shelters and organizations all across the country, America has made great steps toward ending animal overpopulation and homelessness. Follow through this link to read about local agencies and the donations they can use, as well as

Evaluating the Treasure Trove

By: Carolyn Bowers P.E.O. Antique Appraisal Fair Sunday, Feb. 23rd 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Southport Community Center 223 E Bay St. Are you curious to know how much your antiques are worth? Now you can find out. The Southport

Merrymaking in Southport

"The Christmas holidays in Southport are spectacular," Peggy Popelars, president of DSI, describes. "The atmosphere begins with all the holiday festivals that actually begin in November. Then during the second week of December, Winterfest is an event that is filled

Island of Lights

For nearly three decades, residents of Oak Island and surrounding areas have gathered along the isle's main road to witness the annual Christmas by the Sea parade. Occurring each year on the first Saturday of December, the spectacle helps kick

Small Shopping, Big Impact

While many big-box stores and websites slash prices each Black Friday, local businesses have found a way to compete for the coveted holiday dollar: Small Business Saturday. Read on to find local deals and steals from area small businesses, available

Art and Animals

What: Adopt-A-Pet Portrait Painting Class When: Wed., Oct. 30th • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Where: Howe Outrageous Art Gallery and Marketplace 307 N. Howe St., Southport Cost: Suggested donation of $35 Info: (910) 363-4811 An artful craze sprung up

Blessings in Disguise

Everyone’s cancer journey is totally different—no two are the same. So when our editor, Bethany, asked me if I wanted to share my story as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I immediately said yes! And as I thought