Progress On The Carolina Beach Boardwalk

CB Boardwalk Makeover 

Comprised of a group of citizens and Carolina Beach businesses, the infamous CB Boardwalk is undergoing a full makeover in order to enrich the lives of residents and visitors alike. 

Through the financial aid of public and private contributions, the area will receive fresh paint, planters, murals, sculptures, artwork, shady trees, flower shrubs, comfortable benches and new trash / cigarette receptacles to keep the area clean.

The purpose of this makeover is to provide a safe, healthy and beautiful environment as a means of cultural expression and to encourage thoughtful development of the area. The city wishes to further community outreach by promoting education of the environment and increase area entertainment opportunities. Additionally, this makeover will further support a healthy lifestyle for CB citizens by providing a peaceful place to enjoy jogging, yoga and other athletic opportunities.

Carolina Beach Boardwalk Improvements

Earlier in August, the New Hanover County Commissioners Meeting heard a grant request for the redevelopment, reconstruction, and expansion of the Carolina Beach Boardwalk.  This request by the Town of Carolina Beach for a $500,000 grant from the County was approved on August 19th, 2013.  The full renovation of the Boardwalk is slated at $1.6 million with groundbreaking to happen as early as September 2013.

This is a BIG Win-Win for the Town of Carolina Beach, Pleasure Island, and all of New Hanover County including residents and visitors to our little piece of paradise.

A big congratulations to all involved including the Town of Carolina Beach, the Boardwalk Makeover Committee, the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce and its members, and countless hours from caring volunteers. 

The Carolina Beach Boardwalk was recently named Top Ten in a list of America's Best Boardwalks compiled by Food and Wine Magazine.  The Magazine mentioned carnival rides, arcade games, and numerous food stands, with emphasis on Britt's Donut Shop, one of the oldest draws on the Boardwalk, as the reasons for this recognition.

The Boardwalk was also recently awarded a spot in USA Today's compilation of Best boardwalks for food across the USA. Coming in at #8, Britt's helped propel the Carolina Beach Boardwalk to yet another Top Ten spot in the national spotlight.

And this is just the beginning of the Carolina Beach Boardwalk's resurgence. This recent grant for redevelopment and expansion of the Boardwalk is an investment in our island and our region that will continue to provide benefits well into our future.

Related Article: County grants funding for Carolina Beach boardwalk; $500,000 to be pulled from reserves

Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover Shining in Holiday Season

The Star-News recently reported on the First Annual Christmas by the Sea event put on by the Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover committee.  They noted the success of the amusement park rides on the Boardwalk this past summer and how the committee hopes to extend that success into the holiday season.

Over the last two years, the Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover committee has worked to improve the image of the boardwalk through landscaping and painting as well as improve the draw of the area with family entertainment, including weekly live music at the Gazebo accompanied by a fireworks display.  And, this past summer saw the return of the amusement park rides that once marked the prime of the Boardwalk district.

The amusement park rides brought an unprecedented number of people to the Boardwalk compared to the last few decades.  While Christmas by the Sea may not necessarily bring the same number of visitors, the event may help to cement the area's presence as a year-round attraction and will hopefully become a long-term tradition.

To read the full Star-News Article, please see Carolina Beach Boardwalk tries to extend summer success

Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover Presents Christmas by the Sea, November 27th

The Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover Committee Presents Christmas by the Sea starting Friday, November 27th and running through December 19th, 2009.

The first night kicks off at 8 pm after the Lighting at the Lake Ceremony at the Carolina Beach Lake Park, part of the Island of Lights Festival.  Christmas by the Sea features fun for the whole family every Friday and Saturday night from 5 - 8 pm including:

• Fire pit with hot chocolate and storytelling
• Live Nativity Scene
• Caroling
• Santa (on Saturdays only)
• Theatre, choral, and band performances by Ashley, Murray, and Carolina Beach Elementary Schools (on Saturdays only)
• Pleasure Island Drama Club
• Cape Fear Roller Girls
• Puppet Shows
• Arts and Crafts Activities
• Ornament Making for the kids

The Christmas by the Sea committee is looking for additional volunteers to help wherever possible (Santa's Workshop, Santa's area, story telling, stage area, and general assistance).  To volunteer, please contact Michele Connet at 458-8666.

For full Christmas by the Sea event details, please visit the Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover website.

See you there!

Farmers Market Coming to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk?

The Carolina Beach Town Council had it's weekly meeting last night (Tuesday, July 14th) and the Star-News reports that the members gave tentative approval to a farmers market at the Boardwalk gazebo Saturday mornings from 7 am to 12 noon. The proposal included the dates of July 25th through September 26th.

It looks as though the farmers market proposal needs some more logistical details worked out, but the town council members voted unanimously to approve the concept of the farmers market.

Ken Badoian, who helped start the Wilmington Farmers Market, introduced the proposal and told the Star-News that he would like to see the market begin at the end of July but would postpone the start date to make sure everything was done right.

Read the full article at StarNewsOnline: www.starnewsonline.com/article/20090714/ARTICLES/907149926

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The Carolina Beach Boardwalk is Back!

The Boardwalk at Carolina Beach, NC is featured on the front page of the Star-News this morning (Monday, July 13th) under the headline: "Boardwalk's back" with a wonderful photo of the amusement rides, music at the gazebo, and plenty of visitors.

The article talks about how the Carolina Beach Boardwalk rejuvenation project is really gaining traction. People are drawn to the area for amusement rides, music in the gazebo, and weekly fireworks. The Boardwalk Makeover Committee is focused on improving the overall image of the Boardwalk area as well as the attractions that bring people there. "Though they see room for improvement, locals, business owners, and tourists see definite progress over the past year and a half," states the article.

Carolina Beach town Councilman Dan Wilcox has been dedicated to the project and, along with the Boardwalk Makeover Committee, has worked to take something the town already has and make it better. A year ago the committee, along with many volunteers, labored to make physical improvements while this year the committee, city, and Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce has worked to make improvements in the entertainment and attractions at the Boardwalk.

Overall, the Carolina Beach Boardwalk is on the right track . Business owners and visitors alike are happy about the improvements and look forward to seeing more and more positive changes in the years to come.

To read the full article, please visit this link at StarNewsOnline:

www.starnewsonline.com/article/20090712/ARTICLES/907129984

Here are some upcoming events happening at the Boardwalk. Mark your calendars and come down for a visit!

Carolina Beach Boardwalk Blast Series:

Tuesday: Family Nite 6-8pm Bounce house, kid’s activities, variety shows, story telling, arts & crafts.

Wednesday: Cash Bingo 6-8pm, Cash prizes up to $1500. Nominal fee to play.

Thursday: Live Music at Gazebo 6:30-9:30. Great local or regional bands perform at the Gazebo stage before and after the fireworks display at the Boardwalk.

Friday: 6-8pm. Shaggin’ is back at the Boardwalk! DJ Music and some of the best shag dancing ever.

Saturday: Kid’s Bingo 6-8pm Great family atmosphere. Kids can win prizes and have lots of fun!

Sunday: Trop Rock DJ 6-8pm Island country & Carribean tropical rock music. Time to relax and enjoy before the movie at the lake!

Chamber of Commerce Fireworks and Music at the Gazebo:

Every Thursday through August 27th, enjoy great music at the Gazebo from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm and Fireworks on the beach that begin after the sun goes down. It's a great family night at the Boardwalk! Check out the schedule of bands at Fireworks by the Sea on the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce website.

See you there!

Jazz Under The Stars - Carolina Beach Boardwalk

The Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover Organization invites you to enjoy Jazz Under The Stars this weekend.

Details:

• What: 2nd show in the Jazz Under The Stars Series
• When: Saturday, June 27, 2009 from 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm
  
• Where: Beach Stage, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
• Info: Ryan Saranich and Pocket Language will perform

Patrons are encouraged to bring their own beach chairs and blankets. For more information, please visit the Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover website.

Carolina Beach Boardwalk Blast Event Series Kickoff

Help us Kickoff the Carolina Beach Boardwalk Blast Event Series Tonight!

From tonight, May 21st, until August 27th the Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover presents the "Boardwalk Blast" series featuring fun events 5 nights a week.

From the Carolina Beach Boardwalk Makeover website:

Tuesday: Family Nite 6-8pm Bounce house, kid’s activities, variety shows, story telling, arts & crafts.

Wednesday: Cash Bingo 6-8pm, Cash prizes up to $1500. Nominal fee to play.

Thursday: Live Music at Gazebo 6:30-9:30. Great local or regional bands perform at the Gazebo stage before and after the fireworks display at the Boardwalk.

Friday: 6-8pm. Shaggin’ is back at the Boardwalk! DJ Music and some of the best shag dancing ever.

Saturday: Kid’s Bingo 6-8pm Great family atmosphere. Kids can win prizes and have lots of fun!

Sunday: Trop Rock DJ 6-8pm Island Country & Carribean tropical rock music. Time to relax and enjoy before the movie at the lake!

All events are Free (except Bingo). Come see more renovations at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

Tonight's live music features Mojo Collins (Blues). Check out Boardwalk Makeover for the complete live summer concert schedule.

See you there!

Grant Awarded to the Pleasure Island Foundation

On Tuesday, October 28th, The Pleasure Island Foundation for a Sustainable Community was presented a $5,000 donation from the Cape Fear Garden Club to benefit the Boardwalk Makeover Project.

Arlene Mancini was instrumental in seeking out the Grant from the Cape Fear Garden Club in June of this year. Also involved in completing the Grant packet was Mayor Pro Tem Dan Wilcox, the Town of Carolina Beach, and the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce.

Mayor Pro Tem Dan Wilcox stated he "would like to thank, on the Town's and Boardwalk Makeover Project's behalf, the Cape Fear Garden Club for selecting our project for their grant program. This location will be a pleasing sight for thousands of visitors every year, so we're excited they selected this project. I'm looking forward to the Garden Club members visiting this site when it's complete and perhaps including it in their 2010 Garden Tour!"

The Boardwalk Makeover Project is excited to start working with the resources from this Grant and truly appreciates the opportunity awarded them from the Cape Fear Garden Club.

Thank you!