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How to Celebrate 2020 New Year’s Celebrations

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How to Celebrate 2020 New Year’s Celebrations

It’s almost New Year’s It is no secret that the year 2020 has brought many challenges. Birthdays, Holidays, and events have moved to virtual video calls, socially distanced outdoor gatherings, etc. Just because the year hasn’t been exactly what we expected or planned, doesn’t mean that we can’t still celebrate 2020 style. Take a look at these few ideas that can help you celebrate the New Year from the comfort of your own home

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#1 Get Dressed Up for New Year’s

Even if you aren’t going out, there is something about dressing up for a Holiday that simply makes you feel good, even when choosing to stay in, find your best dress or suit and dress for the occasion.

#2 Have a Game Night on New Year’s

Whether it’s an old classic or a game that you’ve never played, bring on the games! Play a game with those in your household or set up a virtual game night with extended family or friends, with a little organization, this can be a super fun event.

#3 Throw a Virtual Party

Much like a virtual game night, you can host a virtual New Year’s Eve Party. Invite friends, family, neighbors and co-workers and spend the evening ringing in the new year together, even if just via a zoom call. This can be as simple as chatting the night away, or as elaborate as having contest, giveaways, etc.

#4 Try a New Recipe

With stay-at-home orders there is plenty of time at home to try new things. Gather all the ingredients for a fun evening of cooking. Find a new recipe, turn on some music, and test out your hand at preparing a gourmet meal. 

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#5 Watch the Ball Drop

The Ball drop is going virtual! You can tune in on one of your devices to enjoy the Ball Drop regardless of where you are, a great way to get in the Holiday spirit.

#6 Decorate and Take Photos

If you’ve seen the movie Elf, then you know how much fun decorating can be. While you may not build the whole city of New York out of Legos, decorating for the New Year can be a fun activity. To make it even more fun, have a contest between yourself and either your friends or family’s households to see who can decorate the best.

Regardless of how you choose to celebrate, while the year may not have been what we expected it to be, try to take time to reflect on all the good things that the year of 2020 brought to you and your family, whether a new pet or a new love for board games and puzzles, the options and possibilities are endless.

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North Carolina Azalea Festival

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North Carolina Azalea Festival

Get it on the calendar now! This year’s annual Azalea Festival in Wilmington NC this year is happening April 1-5, 2020.

Join us this year for the annual Azalea Festival originally founded back in 1948. This is Wilmington’s premier annual event with big-name entertainment, galas, family events, and Southern hospitality. The goal is to be nationally recognized as a showcase for the community is a rich array of artwork, gardens, history, and culture. This festival encourages volunteers and civic participation with colorful parades, street fairs, home and garden tours, fireworks, music, delicious food, and of course beautiful gardens and flowers.

History

This festival originally started back in 1934 with Dr. Houston Moore, who had the vision of transforming a swampy Greenfield Lake into a beautiful park. With local clubs and participants as well as the Wilmington Rotary Club, Dr. Moore’s inspiration finally came to fruition 10 years later. The first North Carolina Azalea Festival was held in 1948 with over 60,000 participants.

The festival creates an estimated $51 million annually in economic stimulus with over 1000 volunteers, and thousands of participants. This community celebration is the largest festival of its kind in the state and features a full week of beauty, big-name entertainment, festival parties, kids events, parades, music, and more. There’s a lot of community pride and springtime pageantry with concerts and fares, over 200,000 attendees, and a beautiful parade celebrating Queen Azalea at the official opening of the five-day event. There are over 50 events throughout the week including street fairs, garden tours, special exhibits, workshops, activities, vendors, booths, music and more.

Visit the website to see how you can get involved. Since we are promoting this so early there’s plenty of time to volunteer, find out more about registration and parade attendees, or just get it on your calendar and be sure to attend one or all five days.

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Christmas Events in and Around Sunset Beach NC

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The holiday season is here and there are several fun and exciting events going on around Brunswick County this Christmas, 2019. Here are just some of our favorites.

Christmas Events in and Around Sunset Beach NC

Sunset Beach Holiday Market – on December 7 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM you can enjoy over 60 of the area’s finest artisans participating in a unique holiday shopping experience. Located at 206 Sunset Boulevard, this holiday market features pictures with Santa, several food trucks, homemade hot chocolate and treats, music, food, and lots of unique gifts you won’t find anywhere else. Admission is free so plan on getting a jump on your holiday shopping with the Sunset Beach holiday markets.

Calabash tree lighting and parade – on December 6 in downtown Calabash North Carolina starting at 6:00 PM is this year’s tree lighting ceremony and parade. This is the 24th annual Spirit of Calabash parade in Christmas tree lighting in downtown. Santa will be transported to the event and the tree lighting begins immediately after the parade on the main stage.

Creampuffs and Bourbon at Mavericks Pointe – on Saturday, December 7 starting at 6:00 PM at 307 Sunset Boulevard N. this is a fun musical event happening at this very popular Sunset Beach coffee shop.

Oak Island Christmas by the Sea Parade – December 7 at 2:00 PM Oak Island will feature a Sea Parade starting at the town hall. Many businesses and local organizations will participate featuring floats, music, food, laughter, and the big guy himself.

Festival of Trees – at the Museum of Coastal Carolina through December 14 from 10 AM until 5 PM you can come experience the magic of this holiday tradition. Walk-through custom trees decorated from local businesses and participants. It’s a great way to get into the holiday mood and get some good ideas for your own tree.

Tree lighting ceremony at Holden Beach – this is the annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 6 at 6:00 PM with entertainment provided by the West Brunswick high school harmony choir.

Christmas Wine/Pilsner Glass Paint and Sip – on December 5 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM at the SJB art and painting parties located at Tap Time, 1560 Market Place Blvd. in Ocean Isle Beach. Come paint either a wineglass or a beer glass as a Christmas gift or just something to do to help get you in the Christmas mood.

Christmas at the Old Sunset Beach Bridge – On December 3 at 6:00 PM, Christmas at the Old Bridge event will feature a community sing-along featuring the West Brunswick high school chorus and singers from the Seaside United Methodist Church. There will be holiday-themed refreshments and this event is free.

Southport Winterfest December 7-14. Let the holiday festivities began at various venues throughout Southport. Enjoy a live theater, Nutcracker Tea Party, cookie contests, supper with Santa’s elves, a Polar Express movie night, costume history tour, Christmas fire engine parade, and on December 9 is the winter craft Festival at Franklin Sq., Park. There are lots of events going on including a Christmas tour of homes in downtown Southport. Browse all of the events and their schedules here.

 

From our family to yours, we wish you Happy Holidays!

Halloween Events in Brunswick County NC

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Halloween Events in Brunswick County NC

Pumpkins are lining porches, Halloween lights are up, and soon little ghouls will be knocking on your door. If you’re looking for some fun Halloween events around Brunswick County here’s what’s happening.

Halloween at the Old Brunswick County Jail Museum – on October 31 from 6 PM until 8 PM at 318 East Nash St. in Southport is a tour unlike anything you’ve seen. For just $2 per family, you can take a spooky flashlight tour of the old Brunswick County Jail.

Oak Island Spooktacular – October 25 from 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM at the Oak Island Recreation Center at 3003 E. Oak Island Dr. you can come dressed in your hollowing costume for an evening of fun with contests, live music, games, and more. This is a family-friendly event and it’s free and there will be multiple booths with carnival-type activities distributing candy to kids 13 and under.

Trunk or treat – at the Museum of Coastal Carolina in Ocean Isle Beach on October 26 from 10 AM until 3 PM. Families and kids are invited for the annual trunk or treat in each of the museum galleries. The price is $9.50 for adults with discounts for kids and seniors.

Grissettown Haunted Trail – The Haunted Trail is located at 758 Longwood Road in Ocean Isle Beach and recommended for those 10 and up. Although this is a family-friendly haunted Trail, it is voted as one of the scariest in the area. The event runs from October 18 through the 31st.

Fall Festival and Haunted Trail – on October 26 at 4 PM in Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center at 1 Leads Road is a family-friendly fall Festival and haunted Trail that’s a little bit tamer than the one before it. You’ll find carnival games, fortuneteller, food, and drinks. There will also be a costume contest with three different categories.

Halloween Night Masquerade Ball – on October 31 from 6 PM until 9 PM dress up in your fanciest masquerade and attend one of the fanciest balls in town. Located at the WWAY Event Center in Magnolia Greens, this event will have a catered dinner, cash bar, entertainment, dancing, and more. Proceeds are donated to a local charity for children and tickets start at $25 or $250 for VIPs.

Mulberry’s Spooktacular Night at the Park – On October 25 from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM at the Mulberry Park at 123 Mulberry St. in Shallotte is a flashlight egg hunt, spooky candy land Pavilion, and movie under the stars.

Halloween Ghost Trolley – on October 26 from 6 PM until 9 PM join this family-friendly experience with a horse-drawn trolley tour with ghost stories, a haunted barn, and treats for young and old. It’s located in downtown Wilmington between Market and Water Street. The cost is just $12 per adult, $5 per child under 12 and free treats for the kids.

Whatever you decide to do, have a safe and happy Halloween!

Shallotte SummerFest Concert 2019

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Check out this year’s lineup for Shallotte Summerfest 2019. Held at Mulberry Park in Shallotte at 123 Mulberry St. every Thursday from 7 to 9 PM you can enjoy concerts or movies. Movies are going to start around 8:30 PM so it gets a little bit dark. Bring the kids, blankets, lawn chairs along with some snacks to keep you entertained and simply sit back and relax and enjoy family fun time at the park. This year they’re playing movies such as The Trolls, Boss Baby, The Incredible’s, and A Dog’s Way Home.Shallotte SummerFest Concert 2019

Concerts include Chocolate Chip & Company, 4 Miles South, Darrell Harwood, Band of Oz, and Blackwater Band. The band starts at 7:00 PM and will be started at 8:30 PM. Parking is available so grab some wings from Wing and Fish nearby, settle in for the evening and enjoy some family fun time. Kids can run around or enjoy the movie and parents can sit back and enjoy the sounds of local and regional bands.

Mulberry Park is located just off of Highway 17 about 20 minutes or 11 miles from Sunset Beach. It’s easily accessible just outside of the river’s edge golf club and plantation along Highway 17. There are lots of shops and restaurants close by and you can go grab a bucket of chicken at Bojangles Famous Chicken and Biscuits or the Waffle House and settle in for a great evening. There are a lot of cafés and other shops nearby as well.

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10 Fun Traditions to Adopt on Christmas Eve

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I remember just starting out and wanting my own traditions when it came to the holidays. There are so many different things that you can add into your traditional events and activities but if you’re looking for something a little bit new, what you give these 10 unique and fun traditions a try for your Christmas Eve this year.

10 Fun Traditions to Adopt on Christmas Eve

#1. Create a hot chocolate bar.

What can be warmer and inviting been a warm cup of hot chocolate? It even looks like the spirit of the season and when you can layout a beautiful spread of toppings, flavors, and make sense, it’s fun for everyone. Even if it’s just a couple of people or the entire neighborhood, this is a great tradition. Set out different types of toppings, flavor mix-ins, and flavored whipped cream. Have a big bowl, punch bowl, or crockpot full of delicious hot chocolate for people to serve up.

#2. Have a Christmas treasure hunt.

Maybe make the kids work for their treats from Santa this year. You can hide treats from Santa throughout the house or even outside setting up clues like a wild goose chase from one to another.

#3. Give new pajamas.

We’ve adopted this in our household where everyone gets new Christmas pajamas on Christmas Eve. You wear your pajamas and then spend the rest of Christmas Day in those warm and cozy PJs.

10 Fun Traditions to Adopt on Christmas Eve

#4. Give.

I can’t think of a better Christmas tradition and giving. Don’t forget about people in need during the holidays so whether it’s bringing a plate of cookies to a neighbor, giving to your local food bank, or offering charity to your local church in whatever gift they are doing, giving brings out the spirit in all of us.

#5. Have a Christmas cookie competition.

Have everyone bring a dozen cookies, all different kinds, and then you can vote on which one is your favorite.

#6. Break out the board games.

Has that Monopoly or Scrabble board sat in your closet too long? Consider being more interactive this year and have everyone sit down to a roving boardgame.

#7. Ask your ancestors for inspiration.

What did your ancestors do for Christmas Eve? Are there traditional foods or activities people would do on Christmas? Dig a little deeper and find out what people ate back then and serve it up on Christmas Eve.

10 Fun Traditions to Adopt on Christmas Eve

#8. Open one present.

I remember growing up that we can open one present on Christmas Eve. You might even combine it with the pajama gift.

#9. Christmas movie binging.

Didn’t get a chance to watch all your favorites this year? Consider binging until midnight with your favorite Christmas movies of Its a Wonderful Life, the Santa Claus, and Miracle on 34th St.

#10. Decorate gingerbread houses.

Have a gingerbread making contest where everyone gets a cheap gingerbread house at the store and can decorate it to their heart’s content. If there are enough people, hold the competition and see who wins. You might even consider posting it on social media to get everyone else involved.

This is going to be a wonderful Christmas this year and from our family to yours, Happy Holidays!!

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