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June
Some places are open inside again, and we’ve included events here that are still listed as scheduled, and also some reschedule dates pretty far in the future, 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 910-408-3092.
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MAY 28
Summer Thunder — A Nighttime Cannon Firing
Have a blast this summer at one of the nighttime cannon firings at Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children 12 and younger. Gates open at 7:30 pm at the site, 8884 St. Philips Road SE, Winnabow. There are three other chances to catch this event this summer: June 25, July 23, and August 27.
MAY 29
Classic Memories -- Cape Fear Regional Jetport
A day of classic, family fun begins with a pancake breakfast from 8:3011 am ($6 per plate) and continues with a classic car show, vintage World
War II aircraft and memorabilia on display, and a free concert from 1-3 pm by the Brunswick Big Band. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be available for purchase as well from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. The Jetport is at 4019 Long Beach
Road.
JUNE 5
Container Gardening
The BrunswickCooperative Extension Service leads this session on gardening on your porch, patio and balcony. Supplies are provided, and the cost is $20 for Leland residents, $30 for others. The class runs 9 am to noon at Leland’s Founders Park, 113 Town Hall
Drive.
JUNE 5
Founders Flix — Founders Park in Leland
Take the family for a viewing of “The
Sandlot.” Plan on taking a picnic to munch on in your vehicle, but no alcohol and no pets. To attend, register prior to the show; limited space available.
JUNE 5
Exhibits’ opening — Leland Cultural Arts Center
Artists’ Adrienne Watts and Pam
Milat are featured at the gallery, beginning with a receptionJune 10 from 6-8 pm. Watts creates large-scale abstract works while Milat makes colorful basket art. The Center is at 1212
Magnolia Village Way.
JUNE 10-13
Nao Santa Maria Tall Ship — Wilmington riverfront
Tour this replica of one of Christopher Columbus’ ships and be prepared to take lots of pictures! Daily tours are available from 10 am to 7 pm. Tickets are $5-$35.
JUNE 12
Virtual Walk With a Doc — Brunswick Wellness Coalition
Join the Coalition on Facebook live for a brief health topic discussion from a local medical professional, and then a walk in the outdoor spot of your choosing. The walk kicks off at 9 am.
JUNE 13
Virtual Wine Tasting Fundraiser — Bridgewater Wines+Dines
Join wine expert Doug Zucker and food expert Susan Zucker from Bridgewater Wines+Dines for a three-course Argentinian meal and wine pairing. Food and wine pairing packages are $95, and this event is a fundraiser for St. James’ Relay for Life. Sign up at https://bit.ly/3u2Rl1T.
JUNE 13
WAVES 4 K.I.D.S. Summertime Fun with the Embers
This fundraiser for WAVES 4 K.I.D.S. features dinner, a dessert bar and a live auction, raffle, and live music outside, 5-8 pm. The event will be at The
Barn at Rock Creek, an events center at 5900 Rock Creek Road, Leland.
Tickets are $75; visit www.waves4kids. org for ticket information. The mission of WAVES 4 K.I.D.S. is to raise funds to assure, if public funds are not available, that children under the care of the Department of Social Services, or other children in difficult situations, in
Brunswick County will be provided resources and services, based on financial need, to meet their health, educational, and social welfare needs.
JUNE 18-19
Plein Air Festival — Southport
Artists create in various places throughout Southport, and everyone can vote for their favorite in the People’s Choice awards. Kids can paint their own masterpieces too (art supplies provided), and there will be storytellers, music, the wet paint art sale and food available at area restaurants and food trucks.
JUNE 19
Soundstock Solstice by the Sea Festival
The Middleton Park fields at Oak
Island play host to this brand new festival — a day full of art, storytelling, music, and a Food Truck Rodeo.
The festival is from 10 am to 8 pm, and is sponsored by the Brunswick
Arts Council, Oak Island Friends of
Parks Foundation, Southport Evening Rotary and The SoundHouse.
JUNE 26-27
Auditions
Brunswick Little Theatre will hold auditions for James and the Giant
Peach, scheduled for an Oct. 8 performance. Auditions will be held at the Theatre, 8068 River Road, Southport on June from 10 am until 12 noon and from 3-5 pm on June 27.
Auditions are open to all youth ages 10 through 18. Auditions will consist of a demonstration of singing ability, learning a movement combination, and a reading. Scheduled a time slot by calling or texting Deborah Skillman at 910–470–5652.
Seasonal Entertainment Founders Park Town Hall Drive in Leland
Movies in the Park — family movies under the stars, tentatively scheduled on Saturdays through
June, starting at sunset. Plan on taking a picnic to munch on in your vehicle, but no alcohol and no pets.
“The Sandlot” plays on Jun5. To attend, register prior to the show; limited space available. Visit townoflelandnc.com or the
Town’s social media for more details.
Ongoing Events Riverwalk Marketplace
Fridays and Saturdays 11 am - 6 pm.; Sundays 11 am - 4 pm, Fresh seafood, seasonings and all things related to seafood, and lots of fresh produce, all with the beautiful backdrop of the Brunswick River.
Town of Leland — Parks & Recreation
Check out http://bit.ly/lelande-
vents for more information on classes and online programs, including: painting, pottery, jewelry-making, acting, dance and more.
Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site 8884 St. Philip’s Rd. SE, Winnabow
The grounds are open, and distancing protocols are in place inside. There is plenty to do and see outside, 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.
Leland Library - 487 Village Road
The Library is open Monday through
Friday, 10 am - 5 pm. Curbside delivery is still available - reserve your book and pick it up outside the library. Call 910371-9442. Visit https://www.brunswickcountync.gov/library/ for more information about the Brunswick County
Library system and a list of other reading resources.
NC Maritime Museums - Southport
Hours are 9 am to 5 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays. Masks are required, as is social distancing. Online and hybrid programs are also available; check https://ncmaritimemuseumsouthport. com for details.
Brunswick Wellness Coalition
Walk with a Doc on the second Saturday and Health Hacks (nutrition and physical activity tricks) is the second
Monday; both events are virtual via
Facebook for now.
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 ENTER-
TAINMENT Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
701 N. Third Street in Wilmington
June 3 — The US International Ballet presents The Little Mermaid, 6:30 pm with limited seating and livestream
June 5-6 — Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts presents Cinderella, 6 pm on the 5th and 3 pm or livestream on the 6th; socially distanced seating.
June 11-13 — Always…Patsy Cline, 7:30 pm June 11-12 and 3 pm June 13. The Opera House Theatre Company presents this musical tribute that tells the story of the iconic singer. Aug 21— The Village People, 7:30 pm. The group performs classics such as “Y.M.C.A’ and “Macho Man.”
June 25-27 —My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra, 7:30 pm June 25-26 and 3 pm June 27. The Opera House Theatre Company brings Ol Blue Eyes back to the stage with four vocalists performing. July 9-11— Legends Live On! — 7:30 pm July 9-10 and 3 pm July 11. LEGACY brings classic hist from The Beatles, Bruno Mars, The Four Seasons and more. Presented by the Opera House Theatre Company. Oct 23 — Boz Scaggs, 7:30 pm. The musician performs songs from five decades of his music career, including his most recent album, “Out of the Blues.”
Oct 27 — Million Dollar Quartet, 7:30 pm - The Tony Award-winning musical inspired by a recording session of icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins.
Nov 7 — Melissa Etheridge performs hits including “I’m the Only One,”and “Come to My Window,” 7:30 pm
Nov 29 — Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, 7:30 pm
Dec 2 — Trace Adkins, 7:30 pm. The Grammy-nominated Country musician performs.
Jan 31-Feb 2, 2022— Cats — The hit Broadway musical by Andrew Lloyd Weber.
March 30, 2022 — Cirque Eloize, 7:30 pm. This cirque show centers around the happenings and characters of an art deco hotel.
Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
1941 Amphitheater Drive, Wilmington
June 19 — Tedeschi Trucks: Fireside
Live, 6 pm
Aug 5 — Umphrey’s McGee
Aug 7 — Eric Gales
Aug 27 —Scott McCreery
Aug 29 —Shakey Graves
Sept 28 — The Revivalists
The Joyce 1174 Turlington Ave.
May 28 — Miles Atlas
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 take-out.
Blossoms Restaurant (Magnolia Greens) 1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr.
New menu. Reservations are encouraged; call 910-383-0998. Check
Facebook for drink and food deals and special events.
Oak Island Accommodations is hiring for over 40 positions ahead of summer in the following departments: property management, maintenance, housekeeping, linen warehouse and guest services.
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