Community Announcements 5.8.08

Meetings

 

Sneads Ferry Extension Club Meeting

Want to get out of the heat, have some good food, fellowship and enjoy an informative program? That's what the Sneads Ferry Extension Club Meeting hopes to provide on May 15, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Sneads Ferry Senior Citizens Building on Route 172. The information session will be "Creating Connections Outdoors," and will be presented by a member who has attended a leadership program on this subject (I don't know about you, but I'm curious as to what this will tell us). A nice homemade luncheon will be presented by the hostesses of the month. The club will also be planning for fall activities, such as the Onslow County Fair, Sneads Ferry Winterfest and a possible cruise in January. A reminder: On Monday nights, stop by for Monday night Bingo at the Sneads Ferry Community Building at 7 p.m. For further information, please contact Club President, Barbara Nichols at 327-3893.

 

Sneads Ferry Beautification Committee

Meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month from September through May at the Clubhouse in Escoba Bay beginning at 9:30 a.m. The objective is to beautify Sneads Ferry. Currently we maintain several plant beds plus the attractive banners hanging throughout the Community. New members and guests are always welcome. For more information, contact Claire Wunder (327-2435) or Lois Rupert (327-1069).

 

Sneads Ferry Rotary Club

Members of the Sneads Ferry Rotary Club meet every Wednesday at noon. Visitors are welcome to join us and have the opportunity to meet local ladies and gentlemen of the community of Sneads Ferry and the adjoining areas. New members are welcome. Contact Pres. Bob McLaughlin for details. The meetings are held at the North Shore Country Club in Sneads Ferry, NC.   

 

Topsail Ladies

The Topsail Ladies meet every second Monday of the month with the new season beginning September 2007 through May 2008 at North Topsail Beach Town Hall, 2008 Loggerhead Court, North Topsail Beach. Join in for social enjoyment and fun and an opportunity to meet ladies from Sneads Ferry and adjoining areas. New members are welcome. Contact MaryAnn Brannan 910-327-1638 or Robin Dowden 910-327-1684 for details.

 

Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts meet the second and fourth Thursdays at 3:30 at Holly Ridge Town Hall. For more information call Traci at 910-265-9086. Sign up is free and for ages 4 and up.

 

Al-Anon

Is your life affected by someone's drinking? Al-Anon is for you! The Al-Anon Serenity Group meets every Monday evening at 7 p.m. at the Sneads Ferry Presbyterian Church, 776 Highway 210, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460. Anonymity is respected. For additional information please call 327-2600.

 

Sneads Ferry AA meetings

Tuesday, Friday and Saturdays at 8 p.m. at the Senior Citizen Building on Hwy 172, across from the Coastal Mini Storage.

 

Hampstead Al-Anon to Meet at HUMC

The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery.

The Hampstead Al-Anon Family Group meets on Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. at the Hampstead United Methodist Church on Hwy 17 about one mile north of the Food Lion Shopping Center.

 

Sneads Ferry Community Council

The Sneads Ferry Community Council meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

 

Onslow County Schools Applications                          

Applications are available for Head Start…Title 1… More at Four Preschool Programs

for 2008-2009 School Year. For application, call (910) 455-5530 or (910) 989-2021 ext. 334 or come to the head start office) Board of Education, 200 Broadhurst Rd. Parents: All children with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

 

Events and Celebrations

 

Nobody’s Social Club

The Nobody’s Social Club of Holly Ridge is having a raffle and fundraiser on July 20 at Dale’s Pub located at 775 East Ocean Rd. in Holly Ridge. First prize is a Troy-Bilt “Pony” 17.5 H.P. 42” cut speed shift on the go.

There will be door prizes, a 50/50 drawing and chicken plates for $6 the day of, or $5 in advance. Tickets are available from any member or at Dale’s Pub. Motorcycle parking. Troy-Bilt from Lowes, come one, come all.

Drawing for first prize is 3 p.m., 50/50 drawing at 3:15 p.m. and plates served from 12:30 to 5 p.m.

The Nobody’s Social Club is a non-profit charitable organization based in the Holly Ridge area for 11 years. They assist people and families in time of need with financial and material support. This fundraiser will provide funding for their Christmas efforts.

 

Hampstead American Legion Post No. 167

May is always a busy month for Hampstead American Legion Post No. 167, beginning with Election of Officers at the regular Post meeting on Monday, May 12. It is followed by a fundraising Fish Fry on May 17, and ends with the annual Memorial Day Ceremony

on Saturday, May 24, 2008.

• Elections: Mr. William H. White is closing out his third year as Post Commander, and a new commander will be elected on May 12, as well as a new slate of other officers nominated for 2008-2009. Local veterans are invited to attend the proceedings in the Hampstead Community Building along with Post members. The Ladies Auxiliary unit also meets, separately, at the same time and place, 7:30 p.m.

• Annual Fish Fry and Bake Sale: Saturday, May 17, is a big day for the local legionnaires, when they put on their 19th annual Post Fish Fry, also at the Community Building where great meals will be served from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. on an eat-in or take-out basis. The cost is $6 for a generous plate of fish, hush puppies, coleslaw and iced tea, and free delivery can be made for four or more meals within the Hampstead area. Call Commander Bill White at 297-2126 for delivery arrangements.

Al Sidbury (270-3221) and Mike Braswell co-chairs the Fish Fry, with Sidbury

in charge of supplies and equipment and Braswell seeing to the considerable work force.  Over 40 helpers are needed and volunteers are asked to call him at 270-1297, for both the

a.m. and p.m. shifts.

The Ladies Auxiliary unit will also conduct a Bake Sale and Raffle in the Community Building during the Fish Fry. Donations of baked goods will be very welcome. Call Unit President Cindy Braswell (270-1297) for information if you can help.

• 2008 Memorial Day Ceremony: Saturday, May 24, 2008 (note: not Monday 26) the Hampstead Post will conduct its 18th annual Memorial Day Ceremony. As in the past it

will take place at the Gazebo in Hampstead Village with the American Legion ceremony commencing at 11 a.m. sharp. Prior to the ceremony, the Hampstead Community Chorus

will entertain the audience with selections of great patriotic songs from10:30 to10:55 a.m. The Guest Speaker of the Day is a very special person: Hampstead resident and US Marine Corps Battalion Sergeant Major Thomas F. Hall, a combat veteran of both Afghanistan and Iraq, currently assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (SOC),

based at Camp Lejeune, NC.

Both the Hampstead Post Color and Honor Guard units will participate in the Memorial Day Ceremony, and a number of area clubs and organizations will again present memorial floral wreaths in honor of all those who have died for our country in all wars and conflicts.

The public is invited, and urged, to attend this important and patriotic observation.

— Submitted by Arne R. Haufmann, Historian

 

Community Yard Sale…

… at Hampstead Kiwanis Park on Saturday May 17 at 8 a.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit the club's service fund which provides scholarships and other services to the children of our community. Rent a space for $20, and sell your own stuff, or donate your stuff and let Kiwanis sell it. If you would like to sign up for a space to sell your stuff contact Heather Williams at 910-520-7235 or e-mail kiwanisclubofhampsteadnc@gmail.com. So we can make sure your space is reserved.

If you are donating stuff drop-off times will be:

Friday, May 9, 4 to 8 p.m., Saturday, May 10, 12 to 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 13, 4 to 7 p.m.,

Wednesday, May 14, 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, May 15, 4 to 7 p.m. and Friday, May 16 4 to 9 p.m. There will be other activities going on in the Park that day, so the sale will be held on the back athletic field.

 

Missiles & More Museum news

The Missiles and More Museum is open and is featuring a new exhibit on the V-22 Osprey. The V-22 Osprey is the world’s first production tilt-rotor aircraft, which the U.S. Marine Corp’s has been testing at USMC New River Air Station, north of Topsail Island.

With the testing phase of the V-22 Osprey over, aircrews can be seen over the skies of Topsail Island challenging this revolutionary aircraft to new limits.

The exhibit documents development, design and limitary utilization of the V-22 Osprey. The public is encouraged to visit the exhibit and discover the important military significance of the V-22 Osprey to our area.

The Missiles and More Museum is located at 720 Channel Blvd. in Topsail Beach.

Hours: Now through May 23 - Monday to Friday/ May 24 to Labor Day - Monday through Saturday/ September 2 through closing on October 19 - Monday to Friday.

For more information, call the museum at 910-328-8663 or Museum Director Rose Peters at 910-328-2488.

 

Third Annual Celebrate Hampstead Festival

Come celebrate with the Best that Hampstead has to offer on May 10, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hampstead Village Shopping Center.

Sponsored by the Greater Hampstead Chamber of Commerce. The purpose of this annual festival is to promote the fine arts in Hampstead as well as support the struggling arts, drama and music programs in our local schools. Musicians and artists of all kinds will be present to entertain and enlighten during this fun-filled family day. There will be culinary delights to please any palate. In addition, the art departments of the local schools will have on display the winning posters highlighting the best young artists of Hampstead.  There will be activities and events to delight children of all ages.

In addition, we are looking for artists and crafters and businesses to participate. Please call the Greater Hampstead Chamber for applications.

For additional information on donations, volunteering or participating with us, please call Sherrie Bowen (262-0373) or Karen O’Reilly (270-2939) or GHCC (270-9642).

 

Surf & Turf Triathlon

As the Greater Topsail Area begins to rise with the stirrings of the forthcoming spring season, the Chamber is once again planning for one of its most successful events, the Surf & Turf Super Sprint Triathlon. This year’s event is slated for Saturday, May 17.

The event has become a kick-off event, signaling the soft open of the summer season. The ‘Surf & Turf’ has witnessed significant growth over the past 14 years, increasing from fewer than 100 participants to over 300 in the recent past. With a bit over six weeks to go, we already have more than 150 people registered from across the southeast and mid-Atlantic. This year’s event once again includes a half-mile ocean swim, a 20k bicycle race and a 5k run.

We look forward to making the 15th Annual Surf & Turf the most beneficial and productive yet, for both our sponsors and our members. Thank you for supporting our mission of engaging our membership and partners in a collaborative effort to create economic diversity, increase business opportunities, and preserve quality of life, as the Chamber views the triathlon as an occasion to put these words into action.

For questions, contact (910) 329-4446, or e-mail, at alibby@topsailcoc.com.

 

 

Arts/ Exhibits

 

Sneads Ferry Community Theatre

Dinner menu includes meat lasagna, garden salad, bread, dessert, tea coffee and water.

• Auditions for “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”, a musical;
need three women and three men; June 26 and 27, 7 p.m.

• “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”, by Clark Gesner; main stage production; September 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 and 14.

• “The Santa Class”, written and performed by David Bartlett; Saturday, November 22 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, November 23 at 3 p.m.

• If you can sing and are interested in performing in musical productions with SFCT, please call Marcia Hamilton at 910-358-1298.

• If you are interested in performing in Readers Theatre which requires no memorization and only three to four rehearsals, please call Doris Brady at 910-327-0951.

• Friends of the Theatre is an organization established to support our community theater here in Sneads Ferry. It offers a host of volunteer opportunities for people who want to get involved in the SFCT in all capacities: on, off, even behind the scenes!  If you’re interested in getting involved with a first-rate community theater group, please call Jan Ladd at 910-327-6477.

 

Call for artists

• An art contest is being offered by the Hampstead Spot Festival. Winner receives $200, free booth space and print of painting on festival t-shirt and publicity. Download ncspotfestival.com or call Joan Millette at 270-9610.

• The Creative Artists of Hampstead are offering a fine art exhibition and sale September 20 and 21, 2008 at the Poplar Grove Plantation. Call Jean Chasmer at 270-8667 for entry.

 

Pender County Public Library

• Every Child Ready To Read at Pender County Public Library

Story Time: In Hampstead on Tuesday at 10:15 a.m./ In Burgaw on Thursdays 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Come to the Library to enjoy quality children’s literature enhanced by a variety of fun activities appropriate for children ages 2 to 5 years.

Younger children are welcome to join in if closely supervised by their caregivers. 

Adults are expected to remain with children in their care throughout the 30-minute programs.

 

 

Volunteer

 

Surf & Turf Triathlon Volunteers

One of the chamber's larger fundraisers, the Surf & Turf Triathlon, is scheduled for Saturday May 17. In order to properly stage and execute the event, we need about 55

Volunteers. Volunteers are required to assist with Registration and Packet Pick up, Swim

Course, Bike Course, Run Course, Body Marking, Aid Stations, Timing, Refreshments and Clean Up. 

If you or a family member would like to join us, please let us know. Beyond arriving at the Surf City Fire Dept. at 6:30 a.m., there isn't much skill involved, and for your efforts you receive a free T-shirt, and are fed both breakfast and lunch. The entire event, including awards, should be complete by 11 a.m. Call 329-4446 for more details.

 

Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival needs volunteers

Volunteers are needed for the Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival (The largest Festival in the County) for the following: Pageant, Parade, Memorabilia Tent, Shrimp-a-roo, etc. If you want to join our fun and exciting team, contact the 2008 Chairman Dave Noble at 327- 2690 or e-mail NobleDavidN@aol.com or contact Co-chair Amy Noble at 539-7584 or e-mail dont.uwish@yahoo.com.

 

Special Olympics Pender Co. hold volunteer recruitment/ interest meeting

Special Olympics is a non-profit organizations dedicated to providing year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Each program in the state is represented by a local coordinator who has the responsibility for implementing Special Olympics abilities. The coordinator is responsible for the management of the local program structure and activity.

Pender County currently offers basketball and athletics and is in need of committed, enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to fill the positions of coaches, day volunteers and/or steering committee slots. These positions are volunteer and non-paid, and expense and mileage reimbursements are available. Coaches and committee member positions require a background check (provided by Special Olympics NC), possession of a NC driver’s license, ability to travel occasionally on nights and weekends, and ability to supervise others. A meeting will be held at the Surf City Community Center in Surf City on Tuesday May 13 in the conference room at 5 p.m. Contact Suzanna Bolin at suzanna_bolin@pender.k12.nc.us for more information.

 

Hardee Bucks

Hardee Bucks fundraising booklets are now available for purchase at the library in Hampstead. Purchases of books help to support the Topsail Township Friends of the Library as they buy books and other supplies for the Hampstead library.

The booklets contain $35 in coupons and may be purchased for only $5 each. They’re a great bargain for you and a great gift for your children, grandchildren, and friends.  Please take advantage of the savings and support your local library. 

 

 

Sports

 

Late Registration for Youth Sports

The Onslow County Parks and Recreation Department's five youth basketball/ cheerleading districts are conducting late registration on a space available basis. The registration fee is $19 and a copy of the birth certificate or other legal document stating the date of birth is required. For more information, please contact the department at 347-5332.

 

Beginning tennis lessons

The Onslow County Parks & Recreation Department is offering beginning tennis lessons 

for youth (ages 7 to15) and adults. Lessons at Coastal Carolina Community College on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning May 5 and at Onslow Pines Park on Tuesday and Thursdays beginning May 6. Pre-register at Onslow Pines Park; class size is limited.

Fee $ 35. Call 347-5332 or visit www.onslowcountync.gov/parks.

 

 

 

Parks and Recreation/ Classes

 

Zumba Fitness Classes

Zumba is a little bit shimmy and shake with a whole lot of fun. Classes are Tuesday at 8:30a.m. and Thursday at 4:30 p.m. at Pete-Eze Skating Rink. First class is always free.

After that, classes will be $4 at the door or $20 for a six-class pass. Zumba is for anyone, any age, any size, and any level of fitness.

 

Health and Wellness Talk Shop

Local natural health professional, Cookie Tilghman, will be offering a free Health and Wellness Talk Shop on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center.

Cookie co-owns and operates The Health Nut in Hampstead. She has over twelve years of experience in wellness counseling, as well as training in Reiki, kinesiology, weight management, and more. Cookie’s passion is to educate and motivate the community about leading a healthier lifestyle.

Participants are asked to register by calling Cookie at (910) 330-3838 or Surf City Community Center at (910) 328-4887. 

• The Health Nut also holds free classes on the second Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. and the following Tuesday at 6 p.m. To register for classes at the Health Nut, call 910-270-0608. Cookie is also available for talk shops for other businesses and civic organizations. Contact Cookie for more details or to arrange your talk shop.

 

Holly Ridge Hobby Shop news

New Mosaic Classes for May. Small or large trivet $40 or $65 space is limited. Scrap booking Class May 10, 5 to 8 p.m. $10. Design your own earrings $20 supplies included.

Call Laura at 329-1874.

 

Holly Ridge Parks and Recreation

• 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale

On Saturday, May 24 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Holly Ridge Parks and Recreation will hold their 2nd annual Community Yard Sale in front of Holly Ridge Fire Dept. at the corner of Hwy 17 and Hwy 50.

$10 will reserve you a 15’x15’ space. Reserve your spot now as space is limited. Deadline for reservations is May 21. Come by or call the Holly Ridge Town Hall at 329-7081 to reserve your spot.

Need to clean out and don’t want to sell? The Holly Ridge Parks and Rec will take donations. Call 329-0074 for drop off location or pick up info.

• Girl Scouts: Meetings are the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 3:30 p.m. at the Holly Ridge Town Hall. For more information, call Traci at 910-265-9086. Sign up is free.

• New Bellydance Classes

The Hip Circle is offering eight weeks of belly dance classes for beginner and intermediates for ladies 18 and older at the Holly Ridge Fire Department. The basic belly dance class is from 7 to 8 p.m. and will concentrate on the very basic movements of belly dance. Fee $15. The intermediate class is from 6 to 7 p.m. and offers instruction for the next level of movements. Fee $30. Both classes will be informally instructed, with visual and open discussion. Come with comfy cloths, water and a towel or yoga mat. For more information, please call Lu Ann Hooper at 910-470-2700 or Anita Dingler at 910-329-0074.

• Holly Festival Planning Meeting

It's time to plan the 29th annual Holly Festival! Would you like to help plan this annual tradition? Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of every month at the Holly Ridge Town Hall. Come out and help make this festival one to remember! Any questions call 329-7081.

• Holly Ridge Parks and Rec Meetings

The Holly Ridge Parks and Recreation Committee meetings are held at 7 p.m., the first Tuesday of every month at the Holly Ridge Town Hall. Come out and be a part of the fun in Holly Ridge!

 

Surf City Parks and Recreation

Wellness Groups:

• Alcoholics Anonymous: Sundays 10 to 11 a.m.

• TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly): Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Current Classes at the Community Center:

• Advanced Bridge: Mondays from 12 to 4 p.m.

• Altered Art: First Monday of the Month, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Art Club: Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.

• Beginning Bridge: Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.

• Body Sculpting: Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

• Book Club: Second Monday of the Month, 9 to 9:30 a.m.

• Cardio Workout: Meets every Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

• Nia:  Tuesdays 6 to 7 p.m. and Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m.

• Open Basketball Play: Thursdays, 6 to 7 p.m., ages 12 and under; Thursdays, 7 to 8 p.m., ages 13 to 17; Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m., ages 18 and up

• Pilates:  Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (begins April 2)

• Sweat & Stretch: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30am to 10:30am.

• Scrabble class meets every Tuesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

• Tae kwon do (ages 3 to12):  Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

• Tae kwon do (ages 13 & up):  Mondays and Thursdays from 7 to 8 p.m.

• Yoga (Beginner/Gentle): Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.

Schedule: The Surf City Community Center continually works on its schedule. If you would be interested in attending any current activities or teaching a new class, please contact the center at 910-328-4887 or e-mail us at parksandrec@townofsurfcity.com. The current class schedule is also available online at www.townofsurfcity.com on the Parks and Recreation page.

 

Poplar Grove News

• Poplar Grove Plantation’s Farmers Market 2008 Season

New to the market for 2008 is the Poplar Shopper Card. 

So many customers came each week last year to check out the market and do their food shopping. This year patrons can pick up a free Poplar Shopper Card and receive gifts from the market intermittently. They’re available at the Wagon Booth throughout the season.

Everything at this market is grown, raised or made in North Carolina, which means that produce is available by season. Some of what you’ll find will be fresh cut flowers, Red Buckeye, Southern Sundrops, geraniums, bedding plants, cool season vegetable plants, organic lettuce, gourmet greens and culinary herbs. 

In addition there’ll be eggs, honey, goat sausage, peanut butter, crab cakes, scallops, Tipsy Cakes and, many shoppers will be happy to hear that Great Harvest Bread Co. will be back with fresh baked bread. A diverse assortment of hand crafted gifts will also be for sale; jewelry, clothing, quilted decorations, crocheted shawls, scenic photographs, leather belts, pottery and more. Each vendor is on site selling their own goods and, will happily share information about their products or business. 

Poplar Grove’s Farmers Market is a stone’s throw north of the New Hanover County line at 10200 Rt. 17. The market is open Wednesdays, 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. from now until December 17 rain or shine. 

For the finest and freshest North Carolina has to offer, come on out to Poplar Grove’s

Farmers Market. For information visit www.poplargrove.com or call (910) 686-9518 ext. 26.

• Second Session Classes:

• Poplar Grove Plantation’s Spring Classes

Check website for latest info. Now through May classes:

Rug Hooking, One-Stroke Painting, Lampwork Glass Bead Making, Pine Needle Basket Making, Tatting, Basket Weaving, Redwork Embroidery, Canine Massage for your Pet, Basic Digital Photography, Photoshop CS3 for Photography, Etiquette Classes for Children.

Class Registration: Class fees are due at least one week prior to the beginning of the class. Call (910) 686-9518, ext. 26 or visit www.poplargrove.com.

Historic Poplar Grove Plantation is located at 10200 highway 17 N. Wilmington at Scotts Hill.

• Basket Weaving by Donna Meinert

Poplar Grove's resident basket maker, Donna, is always happy to teach you the craft of basket  weaving. You may call or e-mail us to schedule a one-day basket-making lesson for one or more students.  Fee: $50 per student includes instruction, all materials, and you go home with a beautiful basket! Students will have a choice of several basket styles to

choose from. Available most Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and some weekends. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will work to schedule a day convenient for you.

• Poplar Grove Plantation’s Summer Children’s Programs

For Ages 5 & up. All classes meet from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Class fees are $13, registration, plus $5 supply fee each, per child.

• June 16 through 20

June 16 – Snuggy Babies – Cutest, cuddly babies made from panty hose and wrapped in fleecy blankets. No sewing.

June 17 – Decoupage Boxes – Create personalized keepsake boxes while learning the process of decoupage.

June 18 – Brick Bird House Doorstop – a very cool craft using real bricks.

June 19 – “Owl Babies” Story Craft – The illustrative technique in the story of “Owl Babies” by Waddell will be our guide to creating great chalk masterpieces.

June 20 – Leather ‘Look’ Vases – A fun technique to create glass vases that look like leather.

• June 23 through 27

June 23 – “Who’s Egg is it?” – Creating animal/creatures who live in plaster eggs.

June 24 – Imaginary creature Sculptures – Create an imaginary creature with model magic, paint it, and add details, i.e. jewels, horns, spikes, etc.

June 25 – Paper Airplane Challenge – Learn how to fold and decorate many styles of paper airplanes and then fly them.

June 26 – Simple Rag Dolls – Simple, fun, no sewing.

June 27 – Miniature Wood Baby Furniture and Dolls – We will assemble miniature wooden nursery furniture, paint it, and make little children and babies to play with.

 

 

The Onslow County Schools Preschool Program

The Onslow County Schools Preschool Program is currently accepting application for the 2008 school year. Children must be four years old by October 16, 2007.  Parents will need to provide a certified birth certificate and current shot record for their child, proof of residence and proof of income for the application to be complete. For more information, please call 989-2021 ext. 334 or visit the Preschool office at 200 Broadhurst Road to complete an application.

 

 

For Your Information

 

Junk mail reduction

You may be able to reduce your junk mail as much as 65 percent within three months by asking credit card companies and other organizations you do business with to not sell, rent or trade your name. Call 888-567-8688 to require credit-reporting firms to delete your name from their mailing list. One call reaches four major credit bureaus.

For more ideas on waste reduction contact:

N.C. Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance; 1629 Mail Service Center; Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1639. You can also call them at 919-715-6500 or 800-763-0136, or e-mail to nowaste@p2pays.org.