There are always so many fun things to do in our beautiful Cape Fear Region These are some of the the top the December Events! Enjoy! If you are planning a visit to coastal North Carolina now is a great time. And if you are thinking of permanently relocating or investing here call on us for all your real estate needs in the Cape fear region!
Ginger Sala wilmington NC Relocation Specialist www.CoastHomeNorthCarolina.com
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Thursday, December 7, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Annual Pearl Harbor Commemoration Sponsored by the World War II Wilmington Home Front Heritage Coalition, the 65th anniversary event that propelled the United States into WWII will be held at 1:25 p.m. at the Pearl Harbor memorial in Battleship Park across the river downtown from Market Street. That hour was the actual time in Wilmington when the attack began. Survivors and witnesses are encouraged to contact Coalition chairman Wilbur Jones at 793-6393 or JonesWD@aol.com. Battleship Park
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Thursday, December 7, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Holiday Follies Ovation Studio Productions presents an evening of fun and secular/holiday music derived primarily from classic Christmas films. Call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664. Thalian Hall Studio Theatre | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, December 8, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
The Cape Fear Holiday Men's Chorus Proudly present their 11th annual Christmas concert of traditional Christmas carols and other holiday music. All proceeds benefit The Salvation Army's Christmas Fund. Also Featuring The Harmony Belles and The Azalea Coast Sweet Adelines. Tickets are $5 for Adults, $2 for Students and Children. Available by phone from Don Schmitt at 910.799.5850, The Salvation Army at 910.762.7354, or at the Door. Roland Grise Middle School | ||||||||||||||||
Saturday, December 9, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
World War II Book Signing Program features books on southeastern North Carolina in World War II. Authors on hand to sign copies and chat with visitors. Staff and volunteers dressed in World War II period uniforms do talks and demonstrations. Program hours are 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission is free. Call the site at 910.458.5538 or email becky.sawyer@ncmail.net for more details. All events are subject to change at the last minute due to circumstances beyond our control. Fort Fisher State Historic Site | ||||||||||||||||
Saturday, December 9, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Cruise to pick-up Santa Cape Fear Riverboats, Inc. will be sponsoring a cruise for children and their families aboard the Henrietta III to the 'North Pole'. Admission is 6 canned food products per person. The food collected will be given to the Salvation Army to help fill their pantry, so that families in need will have food for the holiday season. Those wishing to attend are required to call Cape Fear Riverboats, Inc. at 910.343.1611 or 800.676.0162 to make reservations. Santa Claus will arrive on board once we reach the 'North Pole' and will be able to talk to each child before the boat arrives back at the dock in Historic Downtown Wilmington. Board at S.Water St. Henrietta III Riverboat | ||||||||||||||||
Saturday, December 9, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Moravian Candle Tea A Wilmington tradition for over 25 years, this popular event is a great start to the holiday season. Visitors will experience beloved Moravian traditions, including the Putz, and purchase authentic Moravian sugar cookies and sugar cake. Free admission and free parking. For more information please call 910.799.9256. Covenant Moravian Church | ||||||||||||||||
Saturday, December 9, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Island of Lights Tour of Homes Visit area homes to enjoy holiday decorations and Southern hospitality at it's best as the owners welcome you into the privacy of their homes for a self-guided tour. (includes map) Tickets available at Linda's Fashions in Carolina Beach. Call 910.458.0211 for more information. Pleasure Island | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, December 1, 2006 - Sunday, December 10, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
The Santaland Diaries Written by David Sedaris starring Jon Stafford. Tickets are $6-$12. All shows at 8pm. Dec 1-3 & Dec 8-10. Call 910.343.0272 for tickets. City Stage
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Sunday, December 10, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Wilmington Holiday Parade The 4th Annual Wilmington Holiday Parade will be held on Sunday December 10, 2006 at 5:00 pm. The parade is hosted by the City of Wilmington's Parks, Recreation and Downtown Services Division and presented by U.S. CELLULAR. Area schools, bands, businesses, organizations and community groups are invited to participate in this event. Media sponsor WECT News 6 will provide live parade coverage. Additional media sponsors include Cumulus Broadcasting and Encore Magazine. The application deadline for entries is Wednesday November 29, 2006. For more information regarding the parade, visit us online at www.wilmingtonrecreation.com or call Tammy at 910.341.4602. Historic Downtown Wilmington | ||||||||||||||||
Thursday, December 7, 2006 - Sunday, December 10, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Over the River and Through the Woods Nick is a single, Italian-American guy from New Jersey. Although his parents have retired to Florida, he sees both sets of his grandparents every Sunday for dinner. This routine is threatened when he's offered a dream job that will take him away from his beloved, but annoying, grandparents. Thus begins a series of hilarious schemes to keep Nick around that includes bringing to dinner a lovely - and single - young woman as bait. From the author of the long-running hit I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE. Tickets are $20. Call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664. Thalian Hall | ||||||||||||||||
Saturday, December 9, 2006 - Sunday, December 10, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Santa.Com Thalian Children's Theatre. Directed by Andy Motley and Choreographed by Misti Warren. Tickets are free and may be obtained from members of the Wilmington Merchants Association. A list of the members will be on the play poster displayed in their store windows after Thanksgiving. Call 910.251.1788 for more information. UNCW, Kenan Auditorium | ||||||||||||||||
Saturday, December 9, 2006 - Sunday, December 10, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Colonial Christmas Historic home built in 1771 is decorated for the Holidays in traditional Colonial style. Music and re-enactments enhance the visitor's experience. Food preparation in "Colonial Times" will be held in the colonial kitchen and hot wassail will be served. A colonial surgeon will also be available to demonstrate life during the colonial period, colonial dancers in authentic costumes will be dancing during the two day event. Spinning and weaving will be held in the craft room above the kitchen. The old dungeon can be viewed in the cellar area. Saturday 10-4pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm. For more information call 910.762.0570. Burgwin-Wright Museum House | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, December 8, 2006 - Sunday, December 10, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Visit With Santa! Are you on the naughty or nice list? Visit with Santa and one of his Elf's at the World's Largest Living Christmas Tree before he heads off to deliver presents all around the world! The line to visit Santa closes at 8:30 pm so make sure you arrive early! Hosted by the City of Wilmington's Parks, Recreation and Downtown Services Division. For more information visit us online at www.wilmingtonrecreation.com or call Tammy at 910.341.4602. Hilton Park | ||||||||||||||||
Tuesday, December 12, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
North Carolina Symphony -Annual Holiday Pops Concert Make your holidays bright with joyful music by the North Carolina Symphony! Bring the whole family and get into the spirit of the season with this much-loved concert featuring your favorite carols and the sing-along. For ticket information call 910.962.3500 or 800.732.3643. UNCW, Kenan Auditorium | ||||||||||||||||
Wednesday, December 13, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Aquarium will collect toys and books for needy The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher will accept a donation of one "aquatically-themed" toy or book per person in lieu of the usual admission fees on Wednesday, Dec. 13. The aquarium will deliver the collected items to the Salvation Army for distribution to children in need in New Hanover, Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus and Pender Counties by Christmas morning. Each toy or book accepted must be new and unwrapped. Call 910.458.8257 for more information. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, December 15, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
It's A Wonderful Life Screening An evening of celebration featuring Frank Capra Jr and It's a Wonderful Life. Carolers and hot beverages will be served at 6:30pm, program begins 7pm. Free and open to the public. Financial donations, new clothing or toys for ages 3-9 accepted at the door. Sponsored by UNCW's Film Studies Department. Call 910.962.3500. UNCW, Kenan Auditorium
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Friday, December 15, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Breakfast with Santa Parents, bring your kids to have breakfast with Santa. Tickets go on sale in November for $5 each at the customer service booth. Call 910.392.1776 for more information. Independence Mall
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Friday, December 15, 2006 - Sunday, December 17, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Visit With Santa! Are you on the naughty or nice list? Visit with Santa and one of his Elf's at the World's Largest Living Christmas Tree before he heads off to deliver presents all around the world! The line to visit Santa closes at 8:30 pm so make sure you arrive early! Hosted by the City of Wilmington's Parks, Recreation and Downtown Services Division. For more information visit us online at www.wilmingtonrecreation.com or call Tammy at 910.341.4602. Hilton Park | ||||||||||||||||
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Friday, December 15, 2006 - Friday, December 22, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
A Christmas Carol The Theatre Exchange Society presents an American twist on the Dickens classic with music, singing and dance. Mon-Sat 7:30pm, Sat & Sun 3pm. Tickets are $16 and $20. Call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664. Thalian Hall | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, November 24, 2006 - Saturday, December 23, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Enchanted Airlie Beginning in late November every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Enchanted Airlie offers visitors an opportunity to celebrate the Season underneath the stars. Two time slots are available 5pm-7pm and 7pm-9pm; advanced tickets are required, $5 each. The ancient southern landscape of Airlie Gardens is alive with magical illuminations throughout the holiday season. Enchanted Airlie features over 13 acres of the Gardens, tastefully decorated for the enjoyment of all ages. Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening features live entertainment, refreshments, and holiday gifts for purchase from several vendors under our large decorated tent. Santa also stops by to visit and brighten the holidays for many. Call 910.798.7700 for details. Airlie Gardens | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, December 15, 2006 - Sunday, December 24, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Caroling by Reindeer Drawn Carriage or Trolley Come and sing Christmas carols with Santa. See the beautiful lights of Old Wilmington snuggled under warm lap blankets in our enclosed "reindeer" drawn Christmas trolley or carriage. $11 adults, $5 children under 12. Free candy canes for children. For more information please call 910.251.8889. Downtown Wilmington | ||||||||||||||||
Sunday, December 31, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Island of Lights New Year's Eve Countdown Party/Fireworks The Island of Lights countdown features the lowering of a giant lighted beach ball. A street dance featuring live music precedes a spectacular fireworks display to welcome in the New Year. Refreshments are available at this entertainment event for all ages. Free. For more information call 910.458.6900 or 910.458.0211. Kure Beach Pier | ||||||||||||||||
Saturday, January 1, 2005 - Sunday, December 31, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Pirates, Princesses, and Produce: Lower Cape Fear Festivals Azalea Festival Associated Event. Celebrate a century of festivals in the Lower Cape Fear-Feast of Pirates, Piney Woods, Azalea Festival and others. Why did some festivals fade away, while others flourish to this day? Discover the origins and themes of 20th-century festivals in costumes, photographs, and festival-related objects. Call 910.798.4350 for more information. Cape Fear Museum
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Wednesday, November 1, 2006 - Sunday, December 31, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Lower Cape Fear Arrivals How did you arrive? Explore the ways that people have come to the region-by water, footpath, rail, highway, or air. Discover how the history of the Lower Cape Fear is shaped by the land and by the people who arrived and settled here. Call 910.798.4350 Cape Fear Museum | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, June 17, 2005 - Sunday, December 31, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
Living Small: Crafting Miniatures Explore the multi-faceted world of miniatures, the creators, consumers, and collectors of mini-objects, crafted within a scaled-down universe that is both vast and tiny. Experience a wide variety of miniature objects that define the importance of miniatures in all our lives. Call 910.798.4350. Cape Fear Museum | ||||||||||||||||
Sunday, December 31, 2006 | ||||||||||||||||
New Year's Eve Party Cruise Cruise into the new year aboard the Henrietta III Riverboat. The cruise along the Cape Fear River includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, entertainment, party favors and a champagne toast. Pre-paid Reservations Required. All ABC Permits. For more information call 910.343.1611 or 800.676.0162. Henrietta III Riverboat | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, November 24, 2006 - Monday, January 1, 2007 | ||||||||||||||||
Walking Tour of the Lake One mile magical walk around Carolina Beach Lake. Local community groups will have lighted displays, luminaries and caroling. This begins on November 24 and will continue through Christmas. Free, dusk until...Call 910-458-0211 for more information. Carolina Beach Lake | ||||||||||||||||
Sunday, December 31, 2006 - Monday, January 1, 2007 | ||||||||||||||||
Last Night Sleepover Spend the last night of the year at the Children's Museum! Sunday 6pm until Monday 10am. $100 per children. Call 910.254.3534 for more information or reservations. Children's Museum of Wilmington | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, December 1, 2006 - Saturday, January 6, 2007 | ||||||||||||||||
Annual Holiday Lighting of the Battleship NC Part of historic downtown Wilmington's annual holiday light celebration and naval tradition, the Battleship is dressed in lights strung from the bow up to the masts and down to the stern. Enjoy nightly. Free viewing from downtown Wilmington. Enjoy nightly from dusk to dawn. For more information call 910.251.5797 or visit www.battleshipnc.com. View from Historic Downtown Wilmington | ||||||||||||||||
Monday, October 9, 2006 - Monday, January 8, 2007 | ||||||||||||||||
Transformation: Cherokee Baskets of the Twentieth Century For hundreds of years, Cherokee women selected and harvested plants, trees, roots, nuts and vines and transformed them into an astonishing number and variety of baskets. This exhibition organized by the Asheville Art Museum examines Cherokee basket making over the past century, featuring cradle, burden, trunk, hen and market baskets made of native plants including rivercane, white oak and honeysuckle. Partial funding for this traveling exhibition from the Cherokee Foundation and its program, Revitalization of Traditional Cherokee Artisan Resources. Call 910.395.5999 for more information. Cameron Art Museum | ||||||||||||||||
Friday, October 6, 2006 - Monday, January 8, 2007 | ||||||||||||||||
Weave! WEAVE! explores both the process and product of weaving. Traditional materials and techniques employed in Persian rugs and weaving are examined alongside new mediums and forms by contemporary installation artists. Innovative weaving with unconventional artists' materials such as computer cables, telephone and video surveillance lines provides a metaphor of life in the age of information technology. Large-scale photographic panels by Phil Moody interpret the rise, fall and transformation of the once powerful textile industry in North and South Carolina. Featured installation artists include Dan Brawley and Dixon Stetler of Wilmington, NC; Jan-Ru Wan, Greenville, NC and performance/installation artist, Pate Conaway of Chicago, Illinois. Call 910.392.5999 for more information. Cameron Art Museum | ||||||||||||||||
Sunday, January 1, 2006 - Wednesday, February 28, 2007 | ||||||||||||||||
Colonel Lamb's Pets Display of two pieces of British-manufactured horse artillery used by Confederat soldiers at Ft. Fisher to patrol the beaches and protect shipwrecked Confederate blockade runners during the Civil War. Captured by Union naval forces in 1863, these two unique and long-range weapons are on temporary loan from the U.S. Navy Yard museum |
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