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July 3, 2014

Happy 4th of July!

American FlagFor me, nothing says “summer” quite like 4th of July celebrations. A day spent on the beach; an evening spent watching the sky light up with beautiful colors as we celebrate our Nations Birthday. The booms, the oohs and ahhs of the crowd, the flags waving . . .

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June 25, 2014

Wilmington NC area FREE Events June 26 ~ June 29, 2014

Promises to be another GREAT weekend here in Wilmington!

Thursday June 26

Fireworks by the Sea

Come on down to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and enjoy a FREE concert and fireworks. This week’s concert features L Shape Lot. Fun begins at 6:30p.

Sunset SUP Series

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June 19, 2014

Wilmington NC area FREE Events June 19 ~ June 22, 2014

So much to do this weekend, between all the FREE concerts and the NC Blueberry Festival, it’s hard to know where to begin!

Thursday June 19

Fireworks by the Sea

Come on down to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and enjoy a FREE concert and fireworks. This week’s …

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June 11, 2014

Wilmington NC area FREE Events June 12 ~ June 15, 2014

New Hanover County schools are out on Friday the 13th and it’s time to celebrate! Here’s hoping you and yours have a glorious weekend!

Thursday June 12

Fireworks by the Sea

Come on down to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and enjoy a FREE concert and fireworks. …

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June 3, 2014

Wilmington NC area FREE Events June 5 ~ June 8, 2014

There is so much to do and see in our area, it’s hard to keep this short! Here’s hoping you and yours have a glorious weekend!

Thursday June 5

Fireworks by the Sea

Come on down to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and enjoy a FREE concert and …

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June 2, 2014

Rip Current Safety

Well folks, it's that time of year again. Tourists and locals alike are flocking to Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Wrightsville Beach NC -- enjoying the sun, sand and surf. That beautiful blue-green water is calling our names and nothing feels quite as refreshing as a quick dip or …

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May 27, 2014

Wilmington NC area FREE Events May 29 ~ June 1, 2014

There is so much to do and see in our area, it’s hard to keep this short! Here’s hoping you and yours have a glorious weekend!

Thursday May 29

Fireworks by the Sea

Come on down to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and enjoy a FREE concert and …

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May 21, 2014

Wilmington NC area FREE Events May 22 ~ 26, 2014

Hard to believe it’s already Memorial Day weekend! While you’re enjoying your weekend please remember the reason we celebrate Memorial Day and take a moment to remember and honor those who have given their all for our freedoms.

Thursday May 22

Legos in the Library

Kids ages …

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May 20, 2014

CAROLINA BEACH BOARDWALK BLAST!! FREE EVENTS ALL SUMMER LONG!

It’s summertime and the livin’ is easy – at least it should be! To help you keep some green in your wallet and smiles on your faces, the good folks at CB Downtown Initiative, Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce and Town of Carolina Beach are once again offering up some …

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May 7, 2014

Wilmington NC area FREE Events May 8 ~ 11, 2014

It may only be May, but the temps sure are making it feel like Summer! Hope you are able to get out and enjoy at least one of these wonderful FREE events! 

Thursday May 8

Filmmaking 101 for Teens: The Process

Filmmaker Larry Pinto and UNCW Film …

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