Enjoy the Island - Pleasure Island Events July 30 - August 5

Can you believe it will be August on Sunday? The summer is truly flying by. Luckily here on Pleasure Island we get to enjoy summer longer than most with warm weather and water well into the "fall". Make the most of this weekend and upcoming week by taking part in some of these fun events taking place on the island. For more of what's happening in Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Fort Fisher check out the Pleasure Island Event Calendar or the Pleasure Island Facebook Page.

Friday, July 30th:

• Kure Beach BBQ Fundraiser - 6:30 - 9:30 pm, $7 per plate, eat in or take out. At the Fire Dept at 114 7th Avenue, North in Kure Beach.

Saturday, July 31st:

• Carolina Beach Farmers Market - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Carolina Beach Lake
• Pleasure Island Brewery Invitational - 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Carolina Beach Lake. Enjoy live music and sample beers from 20 regional breweries (must be 21 or older to taste the beer). Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the gate and benefit the Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project and NC Brewers Guild. Learn more at www.GoodVibesBrew.com
• Chinese Auction To Benefit The Help Center of Federal Point - Doors open at 1 pm, Auction begins at 2 pm. $5 Admission, at the Katie B Hines Senior Center at 308 Cape Fear Blvd in Carolina Beach. To learn more call 910-458-1920.

Sunday, August 1st:

Playing Sunday 8/1at the Carolina Beach Lake.

• Free Weekly Movie At The Lake - 8:45 pm at the Carolina Beach Lake. This week's feature is a great one - Where The Wild Things Are.

Tuesday, August 3rd:

• Family Night At The Boardwalk - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

Wednesday, August 4th:

• Cash Bingo At The Boardwalk - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm at the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

Thursday, August 5th:

• Live Music and Fireworks! - Music starts at 6:30 and the amazing Fireworks display lights up when the sun goes down. Enjoy the sounds of Roadhouse Blues Band.

Enjoy A Cold Brew At The Pleasure Island Brewery Invitational

Beat the heat by sampling some nice cold beer (must be 21 years of age or older to drink of course) at the Pleasure Island Brewery Invitational at the Carolina Beach Lake Park from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM this Saturday, July 31st.

This inaugural event features 20 Regional Breweries offering unlimited sampling with music provided by special guests Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad and Toca Trio. Ticket prices are $30 in Advance and $40 Day of. Discounted Designated Driver Tickets will be available for $20 dollars at the gate.

Purchase tickets and find additional information at www.GOODVIBESBREW.com. Proceeds benefiting Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project and NC Brewers Guild.

To find out about other upcoming events check out the Pleasure Island Event Calendar.

Fun On Pleasure Island - Events Taking Place July 23 - July 29, 2010

There is something for everyone on Pleasure Island. Relax on the sand, play in the surf, enjoy live music, or grab a bite to eat at one of the many amazing restaurants.

Katelyn Marks - Playing at Fort Fisher 7/23

Friday, July 23rd:
Free Summer Concert Series - Featuring Katelyn Marks - 6:30 - 8:30 at The Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area in Kure Beach

Saturday, July 24th:
Farmers Market & Art Show - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Carolina Beach Lake

Sunday, July 25th:
Free Weekly Movie At The Lake - 8:45 pm at the Carolina Beach Lake
This week's feature is Beetlejuice.

Tuesday, July 27th:

Family Night At The Boardwalk - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

Wednesday, July 28st:

Fireworks explode over Pleasure Island.

Jazz Under The Stars - 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm - El Jaye Johnson will be playing at the Carolina Beach Lake
Cash Bingo At The Boardwalk - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm at the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

Thursday, July 29nd:
Live Music and Fireworks! - Music starts at 6:30 and the amazing Fireworks display lights up when the sun goes down. This week features the sounds of Daniel Parish.

Wherever home is for you we're glad you're spending a part of your summer with us on Pleasure Island! Share your memories and photos on the Pleasure Island Facebook Page.

Upcoming Events On Pleasure Island - July 17 - July 22, 2010

There's a lot happening on Pleasure Island these days. Mark your calendar with these fun events:

Saturday, July 17th:
Farmers Market & Art Show - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Carolina Beach Lake

Sunday, July 18th:
Free Weekly Movie At The Lake - 8:45 pm at the Carolina Beach Lake
This week's feature is Fame. (I'm gonna live forever... you know you were already singing it!)

Tuesday, July 20th:

Family Night At The Boardwalk - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

Wednesday, July 21st:
Cash Bingo At The Boardwalk - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm at the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

Thursday, July 22nd:
Live Music and Fireworks! - Music starts at 6:30 and the amazing Fireworks display lights up when the sun goes down. This week Machine Gun will be playing classic rock.

Headed to Pleasure Island later this summer? Find out what will be happening during your beach vacation using the event calendar.

Let your friends know where to find you - RSVP for many area events on the Pleasure Island Facebook Page.

The North End - Freeman Park On Pleasure Island

"The North End", as Freeman Park is commonly referred to, is a fun and unique place to visit on Pleasure Island at any time of year. Popular among families, groups of all ages, boaters, kayakers, surfers, beachgoers, campers, fishing enthusiasts, and dog owners (and their pups!), it is a rare stretch of undeveloped beach which you can access by driving your 4 wheel drive vehicle right out on the sand.

Freeman Park truly offers something for everyone as an island hot spot on summer weekends, a remote spot for a quiet walk once fall arrives, and a great camp site all year long! There is nothing quite like waking up to the sun rising over the ocean from the comfort of your cozy tent.

If you would like to plan a trip to "The North End" be it for an hour, an afternoon, or a weekend, consult the rules and regulations for everything you need to know. A few highlights include:

• 4 Wheel Access Permits are required. Day passes can be purchased at the park entrance. For information on purchasing a season pass visit the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce.
• Dogs are allowed on leashes from April 1st to September 30th, and off leash under voice command from October 1st to March 31st. Always remember to pick up after your pets!
• Please do not leave anything behind at Freeman Park. In order to preserve the natural beauty for future visitors if you brought it in, please bring it with you when you go.

To access Freeman Park and one of North Carolina's most beautiful beaches, come over the bridge onto Pleasure Island and take N Lake Park Blvd into town. Turn left onto Carl Winner Dr, and then take another left onto Canal Dr which will end at Freeman Park.




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Enjoy A Movie Under The Stars Sunday Evening on Pleasure Island

Whether you are wrapping up a fun filled weekend or just getting started on a week long vacation, Sunday evenings the place to be is the Carolina Beach Lake on Pleasure Island. There, starting at dusk (around 8:45), you can take in a different movie every week - all for free!

This week's feature is The Blind Side - a heartwarming story about a homeless teenager who is taken in by a caring family. The Blind Side stars Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, and Quinton Aaron.

Bring a blanket or some chairs and relax under the stars enjoying a great movie. It is truly a unique experience - especially for those born after the end of drive in movies!

For the schedule of the Free Movies at the Lake for the rest of the summer visit http://www.pleasureislandnc.org/freemoviesatthelake.asp.

East Coast Got Em On Classic Wraps Up Sunday on Pleasure Island

Hopefully the fish are biting for the fishermen and fisherwomen in the East Coast Got Em On Classic taking place in the waters off of Pleasure Island this weekend. The annual tournament put on by the Got-Em-On Live Bait Club offers a $20,000 first prize, and a $5,000 prize for first place in the under 23 division.

See the winners accept their awards Sunday at 7:00 pm at the municipal docks in Carolina Beach. Enjoy entertainment provided by DJ "Lil Mike" from 3:00 - 7:00 pm. Learn more by visiting http://gotemonliveclassic.com/.

Celebrate the 4th of July on Pleasure Island

The Pleasure Island Fireworks Display will be bigger and better than ever this year!  Join us for the Fireworks on Saturday, July 3rd on the beach strand in front of the boardwalk starting at 9:00 p.m.

Before heading out to the beach, stop by the Boardwalk Gazebo starting at 6:30 p.m., for live entertainment featuring Soul Power Posse playing your favorite R&B and Soul favorites.

Other events on Pleasure Island this 4th of July weekend:

•  Carolina Beach Farmer's Market and Holiday Art Show - Saturday, July 3rd from 8am to 1pm at the Carolina Beach Lake Park


• Free Movies at the Lake - This week's movie is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs starting at 8:45 pm on Sunday, July 4th at the Carolina Beach Lake Park.

Check out our Pleasure Island Calendar of Events to see all we have to offer this summer.  Have a great 4th of July weekend - we can't wait to see you around the island!

Join Us On The New Pleasure Island Facebook Page

Pleasure Island just published a brand new Facebook Page to help spread awareness about the community, local businesses, and events here on the island.

Pleasure Island Facebook Page

Check out the Page, become a fan, and tell us about your experiences on Pleasure Island.  We can't wait to hear from you!