Community Announcements 7.17.08

Meetings

 

Bingo is back

Bingo will be held every Thursday night through September 12, 2008 in the Historic Assembly Building located at 720 Channel Boulevard in topsail Beach. The Historical Society of Topsail Island sponsors bingo with all proceeds dedicated to maintaining the historic Assembly Building. Doors open at 6 p.m., Early Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m., Regular Bingo starts at 7 p.m. The Assembly Building is smoke free; snacks and soft drinks are available. Come join a fun night for the entire family.

 

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 at the North Shore Country Club in Sneads Ferry. Contact President Mike Wagoner at (910) 327-2451 for details. Come join in helping to continue to make Sneads Ferry a better place to live.

 

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.

 

Surf City AA

Surf City AA meets every Sunday at 10 a.m. the Surf City Community Center off of J.H. Batts Rd. Wednesdays at 8 p.m. and Thursdays at noon (for women) at Surf City Baptist Church. For info or directions, call 327-3092.

 

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 in Sneads Ferry. 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.

 

 

Events and Celebrations

 

Nobody’s Social Club

The Nobody’s Social Club of Holly Ridge is having a raffle and fundraiser on July 19 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.

 

Topsail Chamber’s Annual Auction & Beach Party

It's coming! The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism will conduct its Annual Auction & Beach Party on Friday, July 25, 2008 at the Assembly Building in Topsail Beach beginning at 6 p.m. All items that are donated for this event are sold at either a live or silent auction that will benefit the chamber and tourism office. Your support is crucial to the success of this event. This is perhaps our biggest non-dues fundraiser; its success helps to prevent our need to raise the annual membership dues. Please have contributions in by July 22, 2008. And don’t forget to get your tickets for the event. Tickets are $15 for members and $25 for couples. Non-member prices are $20 per person and $35 for a couple. We will have a cash bar and appetizers. After the last item is sold, we have DJ Clint Spell for dancing and/or just listening. You can purchase tickets online at www.TopsailCOC.com Just click on the auction banner ad or go to the Calendar of Events and find the auction. Then click on register now and choose the appropriate item. We look forward to seeing all of you there.

 

Greater Topsail Kiwanis Golf Tournament

Castle Bay Golf Club hosts a four person Captain’s Choice tournament that creates scholarships for Topsail area high school students on Saturday, October 4 at 9 a.m. Sponsorships: $100 a cart, $250 a hole. Gifts will receive name recognition. For sponsorship info, call Randy Cox at 910.239.5896. If you want to play, call Charlie Patch at 910.328.3565.

 

 

Arts/ Exhibits

 

Thurston Art Gallery presents "Photographers of our World, from Shanghai to Sneads Ferry!"

Photographers Phillip Jarrell, Harvey Bradshaw and John Echo in conjunction with Thurston Art Gallery of Sneads Ferry present “Photographers of our World, from Shanghai to Sneads Ferry!” The show dates run through August 2, 2008.

Phillip Jarrell is a photographer, songwriter and designer of Jarrell Guitars, his latest project. Harvey Bradshaw’s photography features the Marine Corps Vietnam Era Fighter pilot and images of Africa. John Echo is a photographer of coastal waters: Hampstead and Sneads Ferry, retired production artist and enjoys most taking photographs from his jet ski!

Missiles and More Museum presents “Stories and More”

Enjoy stories, activities, arts and crafts and refreshments for children ages five through eight. Free! Stories and more will be held every other Thursday afternoon from 2 to 3 p.m. on July 24 and August 7. Pre-register no later than the Wednesday before each Thursday event. Limit 12. Call 328-2488 or 327-2818. The Assembly Building is located at 720 Channel Blvd. in Topsail Beach.

 

“Turtle Talks”

“Turtle Talks,” sponsored by the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue & Rehabilitation Center, a.k.a. the Sea Turtle Hospital, have resumed and will continue every Wednesday through Labor Day. This popular one-hour presentation (3:45 to 4:45 p.m.) is fun for ages K through adult, with lots of hands-on opportunities, visuals and handouts. Bring your cameras for some cool photo ops, but please leave food and drinks at home. Program is at the Surf City Community Center, JH Batts Rd. (off Rt. 210, between Docksider and Gilligan’s). Free, but your donations for our turtles are gratefully accepted. Info: 910-328-3377.

 

Sneads Ferry Community Theatre

• “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

• 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.

 

 

Volunteer

 

Holly Ridge VFW yard sale

Holly Ridge VFW Post 9983 is now accepting donations of goods for the annual yard sale to be held on Aug. 30. The Post canteen is open Mon. through Fri. from 2 to 8 p.m. and Sat. and Sun. noon to 7 p.m. Business meeting is the second Wed. of each month at 7 p.m., Ladies Aux. meet the first Sun at 3 p.m. Breakfast is served the first and third Sun. from 8 to11 a.m. for a $5 donation. There will be a spaghetti dinner all you can eat on Aug. 2. See a member for $6 tickets. The hall is available for rental. Call 329-1881 for more information.

 

Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival needs volunteers

• Volunteers are needed for the Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival (The largest Festival in the County) for the following: 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.

• Now is the time to call Miss Bernice Guthrie at 910-327-4911 or Miss Pat Schmauss at 327-3557 or mailto:wpschmauss@att.net to place your business ad in the

Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival book.

 

North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program

North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program seeks volunteers to train as court appointed special advocates for abused and neglected children. This free training prepares volunteers, accompanied by an attorney advocate, to represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in court. Next training session is scheduled for August 5, 7, 12, 14 19 and 21, 2008 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Jacksonville, N.C. Call 910 346 5335 or visit www.gal4kids.org.

 

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.

 

 

 

Parks and Recreation/ Classes

 

Surf City Parks and Recreation

• Movies in the Park:

A free movie will be show at Soundside Park on Thursday, July 31. Everyone is invited to bring lawn chairs or a blanket and watch a family movie under the stars.  Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase. 

• Concerts in the Park:

A free concert will be held at Soundside Park on Friday, July 18. The steel drum band Sea Pans will play from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Check them out at www.seapans.com. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase.

• NC Aquariums Summer Outreach Programs:

Come join in the fun this summer at Surf City Community Center as it hosts N.C. Aquarium Summer Outreach Programs each Wednesday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The programs run through August 13 and are free and open to the public. Dee Thonnard Rudolph, a Fort Fisher Aquarium Outreach Coordinator, will present a variety of interactive programs for children and their families. For more information on the weekly programs, visit www.townofsurfcity.com or call Surf City Community Center at (910) 328-4887.

The schedule is as follows:

Wednesday, July 23, Deep Sea Exploration

Wednesday, July 30, Scaly Survivors

Wednesday, August 6, The Wonder of Whales

Wednesday, August 13, Turtle Tales

• New “Baby Stepping” Class:

Baby Stepping is a stroller workout for parents and caregivers of small children that can ride safely in a stroller. The class will include aerobic activities such as walking, jogging, jumping and skipping. Some resistance training will also be included. The class is for all levels. Attendees should bring water and an exercise band. Instructor Dale DePue is a licensed Physical Therapist and Pilates Instructor. She owns Core Focus Pilates and Physical Therapy, LLC in Hampstead. Classes will be held every Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. at the community center. For more information, call Dale at (910) 297-1346 or email her at neuropt92@hotmail.com

• Surf City Parks and Recreation Department Summer Camp

Historically Speaking Ages 6 to 10, July 28 through August 1, Cost: $125.

 

Learn about our local history by walking trails used during the Revolutionary War, visit monuments that honor historical events and people, see tolls and weapons used in the 1700s, discover the importance of Operation Bumblebee and its impact on space exploration, and take a trip to a former peanut plantation.

Only a few spots are left for this camp.  Call Surf City Community Center at (910) 328-4887 or visit www.townofsurfcity.com now to reserve a spot for your child!

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.

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

• Baby Stepping: Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m. 

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

• 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.

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.

 

Wellness Facts Talkshops

Wellness Facts Talkshops presented the second Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. and the following Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Health Nut in Hampstead. Registration suggested but not required. This may be the most important hour of your life and it is free. Causes

and solutions are offered by Cookie Tilghman, Herb Specialist, Chiropractic Assistant and Certified Natural Health Professional.16865 Hwy. 17 N. Hampstead, NC 28443, (910) 270-0608.

 

Holly Ridge Parks and Recreation

• 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.

• 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!

 

Poplar Grove News

• New expanded hours

Poplar Grove Farmers Market is responding to the many requests received from working parents, commuters and folks that can't make it to the morning market and will now re-open from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Wednesday.

The regular market, Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. remains beautifully, unchanged.

If the afternoon market is a success, the farmers will eventually re-open the market every Wednesday. Afternoon market dates: July 23, Aug.13, Aug. 27, Sept. 10, Sept. 24, Oct. 8, Oct. 22.

• 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.

• Poplar Grove Plantation’s Summer Children’s Programs

For Ages 5 and 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 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.