6/12/09

Free Summer Concert Schedule, Kure Beach NC


Check out our 2009 Free Summer Concert Series taking place at the Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area in Kure Beach, NC:

***Friday, June 12 | 6-8 pm | Radio Flyer (Classic Rock and Top 40)

Friday, June 26 | 6-8 pm | Road House Blues Band (Blues)

Friday, July 10 | 6-8 pm | Spare Change (Beach Music and More)

Friday, July 24 | 6-8 pm | Barry Brown (Country)

Friday, August 14 | 6-8 pm | Mako Band (Top 40, Classic Rock, Blues)

Friday, August 28 | 6-8 pm | El Jaye Johnson (Jazz)

***Friday, June 12, Chick-Fil-A will be hosting a tailgate party!! Free Chick-Fil-A sandwiches while they last.

Also, available for purchase will be delicious Italian Ice from The Island Ice Factory and tasty hot dogs from Beach Dogs.

Don't forget your blankets, chairs and a cooler for food (beverages available for sale). No pets allowed per property rules.

See you there!

6/11/09

Fireworks and Movies at Carolina Beach, NC


When the weather turns warm, that means it's time for the Pleasure Island Fireworks and Free Movies at the Lake Series!

The Fireworks take place Thursdays at 9 pm. Movies begin at dark. The schedule for the Gazebo Entertainment and Movies is as follows:

Thursday June 11 | 6:30-9:30 | The Bearded
Thursday June 18 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Painted Main
Thursday June 25 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Ten Toes Up
Friday July 3 | Fireworks, no band scheduled
Thursday July 9 | 6:30-9:30pm | Julie Gribble
Thursday July 16 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Sol Driven Train
Thursday July 23 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Painted Man
Thursday July 30 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Tom Rhodes & The Rhodes
Thursday August 6 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Gypsy Fire
Thursday August 13 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Ten Toes Up
Thursday August 20 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Bibis Ellison & The Spare Change
Thursday August 27 | 6:30-9:30 pm | Hoot Owl Trail
Friday September 4 | Fireworks, no band scheduled


MOVIES AT CAROLINA BEACH LAKE:

Sunday June 14 | Hotel for Dogs (G)
Sunday June 21 | The Tale of Despereaux (G)
Sunday June 28 | Indiana Jones, Crystal Skull (PG-13)
Sunday July 5 | Madagascar II (PG)
Sunday July 12 | Pink Panther II (PG)
Sunday July 19 | Space Chimps (G)
Sunday July 26 | Ironman (PG-13)
Sunday August 2 | Kung Fu Panda (PG)
Sunday August 9 | Journey to the Center of the Earth (PG)
Sunday August 16 | The Goonies (PG)
Sunday August 23 | Bedtime Stories (PG)
Sunday August 30 | Wall-E (G)
Sunday September 6 | Night at the Museum II (not yet rated)

Spotlight on Business - Reynolds/Architecture Corporation

Reynolds/Architecture Corporation (R/A) was formed in Winston-Salem in the early ‘90’s to serve the growing Design/Build market that was emerging at that time. Joining forces with Landmark Builders, we provided Design/Build service primarily for the Medical, Corporate, Retail and Religious community within Central North Carolina. In 2004, after fourteen exhaustive years with over $40,000,000.00/year in work, R/A decided to have a change of scenes, down-sized and relocated to our wonderful community of Pleasure Island. Since that time, we have found success in the ever-changing landscape of North Lake Park Boulevard as well as continuing work in other parts of the state. R/A is responsible for the new Brew-Thru, the Island Tackle & Hardware renovation/addition, Tangerines Caribbean Grille, Victory Beach Vacations and the offices of Robert Caulder, Attorney. In addition, R/A has consulted on various projects for the Black Horn Bar & Kitchen, Tortuga’s Oceanfront Restaurant, Megerle’s Magic Amusement Park, The Dive, Shuck ‘n Shack, Magnolia Trace Townhomes (Gold Medal
winner in 2008 Parade of Homes), Victory Village Shopping Emporium and Mein Stein German Specialty Restaurant.

Prior to forming Reynolds/Architecture Corporation, Greg Reynolds, (a Greensboro native) graduated from UNC-Charlotte (BA-Architecture) and the University of Florida (Masters of Architecture), and then worked for several large firms in the Florida market producing the 27-story Peabody-Orlando as well as the Yacht Club and Beach Club Hotels at Disney World. In addition, Greg worked on many Corporate Headquarters, Department Of Defense projects and various municipal projects throughout the Southeast.

Since choosing Pleasure Island as their new home, Greg, his wife Teresa (a local artist) and 14 year old daughter Marissa have thrown themselves into Island life with open arms. Marissa is a 9th grader at Ashley, Teresa is known for her mosaics of virtually anything (i.e.
mannequins, lamps, wine racks, glass heads, etc.) which can be viewed on ebay, craigslist, and etsy under fluffbyteresa@yahoo.com, and Greg has volunteered his time and expertise to the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce as a Director, the Planning and Zoning board as a Commissioner and recently was named Volunteer of the Year by the Chamber. And let’s not forget Justin, their 27 year old son, living and working in the Burlington area in the IT field.

For all your Architecture and Design needs, you do not need to leave Pleasure Island anymore. Just give Greg or Teresa a call at (910)458-0082 or drop them a line at greg@rarch.com and we will be glad to consult with you on anything big or small.

As printed in the May issue of the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce Newsletter

6/10/09

Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project Free Weekly Talks

Sea Turtle Talk

Learn about threatened and endangered sea turtle nesting and hatching on our Pleasure Island beaches from May thru October and find out how you can help protect these magnificent creatures.

Details:
  • What: Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project Free Talks
  • When: Wednesdays at 7 PM (June 10 - August 12)
  • Where: Carolina Beach State Park Visitor Center
  • Info: FREE
For more information, please visit the Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project online or call 538-2918.

Michael's Seafood Wins Great Chowder Cook-Off!


A huge Congratulations to Michael's Seafood for their win at the 28th Annual Schweppes Great Chowder Cook-Off held in Newport, R.I.!

Michael's Seafood Restaurant of Carolina Beach, NC won the Best Chowder Seafood category among hundreds of competitors and with thousands of people in attendance.

You can read more about the Newport event here: Michael's Seafood to Compete at Schweppes Great Chowder Cook-Off.

We all knew their chowder was the best - the judges and fans at the Pleasure Island Chowder Cook Off voted them #1 - but now they are proving it to the rest of the country!

Do yourself a favor and stop by Michael's Seafood Restaurant at 1206 N. Lake Park Blvd in Carolina Beach for lunch today to try some of their famous chowder. Or you can place a catering order for your next party or event. In any case, you need to try this chowder!

Congratulations again to Michael and Shelly McGownan!

6/5/09

Are you Ready for the Beach Music Festival?

Do you have your tickets for the Beach Music Festival that takes place tomorrow, Saturday, June 6th in Carolina Beach??

Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the gate.

You can purchase advanced tickets at the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce office in at the Town Hall in Carolina Beach: 1121 N. Lake Park Blvd., 910-458-8434, OR through ETix.

This is a beach event you won't want to miss! We've got great live beach music all day starting at 11 am and going straight into the evening. These are some of the hottest beach music bands around including:
  • Jim Quick and Coastline Band
  • Sammy O'Banion with Mardi Gras
  • Holiday Band
  • Craig Woolard Band
  • Mark Roberts & Breeze
PLUS - Put on your dancing shoes for the 4th Annual Shag Contest tonight - Friday, June 5th - to be held at Shanty's Beach and Music Club in Carolina Beach: 103 N. Lake Park Blvd., 910-599-3366.

Tickets for the Shag Contest are $5 in advance or $8 at the door and can be purchased at Shanty's. They'll have cash prizes and a whole lot of fun!

Can't wait to see you there!

6/1/09

Pleasure Island, N.C. Chosen As Summer Travel Destination by The New York Times


Pleasure Island, N.C. was included in The New York Times Sunday edition Travel section as a prime summer destination for a weekend getaway.

In the article titled "One Summer, 14 Weekends," writer Dave Caldwell determined that there are 14 weekends this year between Memorial Day and Labor Day and he laid out a plan to travel to an ideal summer getaway during each weekend.

Pleasure Island, N.C. was his chosen destination for the weekend of June 20-21. In the article, Caldwell writes:
"...you can tackle the area by hiking in Carolina Beach State Park (910-458-8206), home to the carnivorous Venus’ flytraps. Or you can rent a surfboard or body board at SandBarz Surf and Skate Shop on the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach."
In addition to our Pleasure Island Chamber members:
Caldwell also mentions Chamber members:

While we know and understand the beauty and value of Pleasure Island, it is exciting to be promoted by The New York Times as an ideal summer destination. If you haven't been here before, give us a weekend and try us out! What's Your Pleasure?

Now - if only Mr. Caldwell had picked Pleasure Island, N.C. as a destination for the weekend of June 6th, he could have enjoyed our famous Beach Music Festival. Maybe next year!

But it's not too late for you - Buy your tickets today!

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