calendar

September

We’ve included events here that were scheduled at press time, but please remember that all events, dates and times are subject to change. For programs offered through the Town of Leland, visit https://apm.activecommunities.com/townofleland/ to register online or call 910-385-9891.

SEPT 8

Artists Reception — Leland Cultural Arts Center

Celebrate the artwork of Chris

Bloom, Ann Hair, & Deborah Appleby.

This free event runs from 6-8 pm at the

Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way, Leland.

SEPT 3

Go Jump In the Lake 5K and 1.5M Fun Run/Walk

The Southport Rotary Club invites participants to run, walk, or roll, then jump in the lake! Visit www.southportrotary.com for more information and to register.

SEPT 3

Gullah Arts Festival

The Brunswick County NAACP hosts the inaugural festival, at 2778 Cox

Landing Road in Bolivia. The festival will include music, cultural food, performances and more, 10 am to 5 pm.

Southport’s Annual Children’s Crab Derby

Registration begins at 8:30 am at the city dock on W. Brunswick Street.

The catch-and-release event begins at 9 am, and there will be prizes awarded in age groups for most crabs caught and largest crab. The derby is open to youth through age 16, and participants should bring their own bait, string, and crab net.

SEPT 6

Brunswick Civil War Round Table

William C. (Jack) Davis, popular Civil

War speaker, an award-winning American historian, and author of more than 40 books on the Civil War, leads a program called “The letters of General

Gabriel Wharton and his Wife Nannie: 1863 – 1865.” Meetings are held at

Hatch Auditorium on Caswell Beach.

Registration opens at 6:15 pm and the program begins at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome to join; the visitor fee is $10 for any meeting, and that fee can be applied toward the $25 annual membership dues. For more information, email Brunswickcwrt@gmail.com.

SEPT 8

Cape Fear Civil War Round Table

Author Harold M. Knudsen leads a discussion on “James Longstreet and the American Civil War: The Confederate General Who Fought the Next

War.” Doors open at Harbor Church, 4853 Masonboro Loop in Wilmington, at 6:30 pm. For more information about membership, visit http://www. cfcwrt.org

SEPT 8

Youth Fishing Derby - Oak Island Pier

Open to youngsters up to age 15, this free fishing tournament offers prizes for most caught, largest fish, scariest fish and ugliest fish. Participants will fish from 5:30-7 pm, and need to bring their own pole and bait. Email rgordon@oakislandnc.gov or call 910-2784747 for more information.

SEPT 10

Founders Day — Town of Leland

Celebrate the Town of Leland with this annual festival. The day includes live music, carnival rides, family games, food trucks, and fireworks (at 9-ish pm). The fun starts at 3 pm at Founders

Park on Town Hall Drive.

SEPT 11

9/11 Remembrance — VFW Post

VFW Post 12196 will host its annual remembrance of the events of September 11, 2001, on Sunday, Sept. 11 beginning at 8:30 am in Leland’s

Founders Park, 113 Town Hall Drive.

The public is invited. If you would like to take part in reading some of the names, or if you have friends or family that you would like to be remembered that day, contact VFW Post 12196 at vfwpost12196@gmail.com.

SEPT 14

Leland Green Sweeps

Learn more about stormwater during a presentation at the Leland Cultural

Arts Center, then join Leland Town staff in cleaning up the Town’s parks and waterways. Hours are 9-11 am, and registration is required.

SEPT 16

Free Concert - Spring Lake Park

Head out to Boiling Spring Lakes’

Spring Lake Park to listen to the Chance

Union Band, 6-8 pm at the park. There will also be a BSL Fire Rescue food fundraiser.

SEPT 17

Carolina Blues: Indigo on the Cape Fear at Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson

Carolina Blues will explore the process used by skilled enslaved African labor to extract this valuable dye from the indigo plants, and delve into the science behind dye production. Visitors will have a chance to view and work an active fermentation vat, and dyeing demonstrations will occur throughout the course of the program. The event is from 11 am to 2 pm at the site, 8884

Saint Philips Road SE, Winnabow.

SEPT 17

World War II Living History

Go back in time with the N.C. Maritime Museum at Southport and experience the Cape Fear region during wartime. Learn how close to shore the enemy got and what precautions were taken for military members as well as civilians. How did our region assist in the war effort? How can we still see some of these aspects of maritime history today? The free, drop-in program will be held from 10 am to 4 pm.

SEPT 20

Intro to Birding

Learn how to use the standard equipment used for observing our fine feather friends; the program is 9-11:30 am at the Leland Cultural Arts Center.

Outings are scheduled for programs in the field on Sept 27 and Oct 24. The cost is $25.

SEPT 26

Kayak Adventures — Three Sisters Swamp

This kayak tour takes 6-7 hours, and is meant for intermediate-level paddlers. The Black River where the

Three Sisters Swamp lies is home to 2,000 year old bald cypress along with flora and fauna unique to this area. The cost is $75-$100, depending on if participants bring their own kayak. The tour sets out at 8 am. Email recreation@townofleland.com for more information.

SEPT 26 - OCT 8

Brunswick Arts Council Fall Art Show — LCAC

The Brunswick Arts Council’s 22nd

Annual Art Show and Sale features more than $3,000 in awards for submitted artwork. Art may be viewed during the Leland Cultural Arts Center’s normal business hours. The

Center is at 1212 Magnolia Village

Way.

SEPT 27

Take your newly learned birding how-tos to the great outdoors in this birding outing, 9-10:30 am. The cost is $25.

SEPT 29

The Leland We Don’t Know Tour

This popular program includes information shared at Town Hall, followed by a bus tour of town, led by

Mayor Brenda Bozeman. The tour runs from 9 am to noon, and registration is required as seats generally fill up quickly.

OCT 1

Fall Festival — Belville

Enjoy music, children’s activities, and educational and historical information sessions, all at beautiful Riverwalk Park.

OCT 1

Bowls and Baskets — Chili Cook-off

It’s the Firefighters versus Police Officers, with each cooking for bragging rights! Shop for baskets and bowls, and try some chili at the Leland Cultural Arts Center. The event

is 1-3 pm at the center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way.

Captain Charlie’s Children’s Fishing Tournament

Children compete for fun prizes at the Southport City Pier on Bay Street, 9 am to 12 noon. Visit http://www. southportnc.org for details on the age groups and tournament rules.

OCT 4

Birding in Brunswick

The third of three birding classes offered by the Town of Leland includes another outing to view birds in their natural habitats. The cost is $25, and the program is 9-10:30 am.

OCT 4

National Night Out — Leland Police Department

Meet and greet with your local police department, and enjoy live entertainment, games and food trucks, all at Founders park on Town Hall Drive, 5:30-7:30 pm.

ONGOING EVENTS Riverwalk Marketplace

Thursdays 2-5 pm, Fridays 11 am - 5 pm; Saturdays 10 am - 5 pm; and Sundays 10-4 pm; Produce and fresh seafood, seasonings and all things related to seafood, with the beautiful backdrop of the Brunswick River.

Town of Leland/Parks & Recreation

Check out http://bit.ly/lelandevents for more information on classes and programs, including painting, pottery, jewelry-making, acting, dance and more.

BSL Neighbors Market — next to The Office in Boiling Spring Lakes

Local vendors sell the products, along with produce and baked goods, all next door to The Office Coffee and

Wine Bar. Upcoming market dates are the Sept 3, Sept 17, Oct 1, Oct 15, and

Oct 29, 9 am to 1 pm.

Town of Leland/Parks & Recreation

Check out http://bit.ly/lelandevents for more information on classes and programs, including painting, pottery, jewelry-making, acting, dance and more.

Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site

8884 St. Philip’s Rd. SE, Winnabow

There is plenty to do and see, with historic ruins, great information on the site’s history, and some of the most beautiful riverfront property in the

County. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.

NC Maritime Museums - Southport, 204 E. Moore Street

Hours are 10 am to 4 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays. Sensory Saturdays (low light and quiet time in the museum) are the first Saturday of the month, 10 am to noon. Visit www.ncmaritimemuseum.com.

Art League of Leland (ALL) at the Leland Cultural Arts Center

The group welcomes artists of all kinds and meets monthly (except in summer months) 4-6 pm at the Leland

Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia

Village Way.

LIVE MUSIC AND ENTERTAIN-

MENT Live @ The Park at Founders Park, Leland

Take your own blankets or chairs for these free concerts or movies on the lawn.

Sept 22 — Carolina Soul Band, 6:30 pm

Sept 24 — Disney’s family-friendly film, “Luca,” starting at 8 pm

Odell Williamson Auditorium at Brunswick Community College

150 College Road NW, Bolivia

Oct 8 — The Return: A Beatles tribute band

Oct 18 — Forever Motown: a tribute to the music of Motown

Nov 8 — Petty Fever: a Tom Petty tribute

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

701 N. Third Street in Wilmington

Sept 10 —Jason Isbell and the 400

Unit Sept 15 —Wheel of Fortune Live

Sept 16 — Kyiv City Ballet

Sept 24 — Grand Funk Railroad

Oct 1 — Wilmington Symphony Orchestra: Duo pianists with Domonique Launey and Elizabeth Loparits

Oct 18 — Tootsie

Visit https://wilsoncentertickets. com for more information.

Greenfield Lake Amphitheater

1941 Amphitheatre Drive, Wilmington

Sept 8 — Built to Spill

Sept 11 — Dawes & Bahamas

Sept 28 — COIN: Uncanny Valley Tour

Sept 30 — Umphrey’s McGee Oct 2 — The Wood Brothers

Oct 6 — The famous Stringdusters Oct 16 — The Wailers

Oct 19 — Amos Lee

Oct 22 — Steep Canyon Rangers Oct 28 — Big Something Oct 29 — Big Something

Live Oak Bank Pavilion

10 Cowan St., Wilmington

Aug 6 — Nate Bargatze: The

Raincheck Tour

Aug 26 — Darius Rucker

The Joyce

1174 Turlington Ave.

Sept 3 — Sky Parlor

Sept 9 — Wes Hunter

Sept 10 — Hatch Brothers Sept 16 — Miles Atlas Sept 17 — Dawn Hayes Sept 23 — Adam Fenton Sept 24 — Bad News Birds Sept 30 — Austin

BEER AND WINE Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar 1175 Turlington Ave, Suite 101, Leland

Full menu available for dine-in or takeout — also hosting live music, karaoke and trivia.

The Joyce 1174 Turlington Ave.

Check Facebook for specials and details on music and trivia nights.

Local’s Tavern 1107 New Pointe Blvd., Leland

Music Bingo on Wednesdays, starting at 7 pm. Specials are posted on

Facebook.

Bridgewater Wines 1132 New Pointe Blvd., Leland

Tuesday Trivia is at at 6:30 pm (reservations required). Checkout the great food menu, and Sunday brunch specials; call 910-408-1900 to order takeout.

Blossoms Restaurant (Magnolia Greens) 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr.

Reservations are encouraged; call 910-383-0998. Check Facebook for drink and food deals and special events.

Brunswick Beer Xchange Co. 113 Village Road, Leland

Check Facebook for live music, food truck appearances, trivia nights and wine tastings.

Handcrafted Pottery

COFFEE JUST TASTES BETTER IN A HAND-MADE MUG

Handmade, one of a kind pieces you can use everyday. Glazed with food safe glazes. Available at: THE PAINTED MERMAID • 817 N Howe Street, Southport www.BlueEarthWorks.com

2028 Olde Regent Way, Leland (910) 833-1997

Burgers and More!

APPLEBEE’S

1113 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-371-6315

Full-service chain bar &grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting

BLOSSOMS RESTAURANT

Magnolia Greens Golf Course 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr., Leland 910-383-0998

Breakfast- Saturday & Sunday | Lunch – Tuesday – Sunday | Dinner – Wednesday – Saturday

BRIDGEWATER WINES

1132 New Pointe Blvd, Leland (910) 408-1900 www.bridgewaterwines.com

Free Wine Tastings Thursdays and Fridays 3-6pm, Saturdays 1-5pm and Sundays 12-3pm

BRODEE’S DOGS BREW HOUSE

103A Village Rd NE, Leland (910) 523-5121

Hot dogs and specialty craft beers

CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD CO

Waterford Leland, 910-399-6739

American seafood, signature dishes, hand cut fish, steaks and chicken, freshly made desserts all served in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere.

CHINGON TAQUERIA

1132 New Pointe Blvd, Leland (910) 3408-1221

Mexican Food & Drink

CHRISTOPHER’S STEAKHOUSE AND SEAFOOD

2013 New Regent Way Ste 200, Leland (910) 782-8498

Steakes, Seafood, Salads, Sandwiches

DUNKIN DONUTS

1132 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-383-8383

Hand crafted espresso drinks, fresh made all day breakfast sandwiches and delicious donuts. MR. BAGELMEISTER

1105 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-383-8383

FAMILY PIZZA & SUBS

1735 Reed Rd NE, Leland 910-371-2611

FARMHOUSE KITCHEN

1120 E. Cutler Crossing, Leland Southern Style, Breakfast & Brunch (910) 408-1676

FIVE GUYS

2028 Olde regent way, leland (910) 833-1997

Burgers, Shakes and more!

FALCONE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

2013 Olde Regent Way, Leland 910-371-3442

Authentic Italian Fare

FIREHOUSE SUBS

3572 Leland Town Center Dr., Leland (910) 408-1007

THE FOREST RESTAURANT

Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest 1281 Cape Fear National Dr., Leland 910-383-3283

FUZZY PEACH

1109 New Pointe Blvd, Ste 4, Leland 910-371-1238

Frozen Yogurt

GAYLYN’S DINER

322 Village Rd, Leland (910) 371-3533

Breakfast and Lunch

HWY 55 BURGERS, SHAKES AND FRIES

1114 New Pointe Blvd, Leland 910-371-2707

Retro-themed chain with 1950’s sodafountain look

ISLAND FRESH-MEX GRILL

2013 Olde Regent Way, Ste 110, Leland Serving frshly made burritos, quesadillas and more

Mexican

JADE GARDEN

1735 Reed Rd, Leland 910-383-0880

Chinese