NC Azalea Festival Triathlon
8:00:00 AM

The Azalea Festival Triathlon draws athletes from all over the South. This grueling triple-sport event tests the strength and endurance of even the most determined competitors. Beginning at 9:00 a.m., the event involves a 300-yard swim followed by a 20K bike segment and a 5K run with 11 age divisions. The entire event takes place on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Participants tackle the pool at Trask Coliseum, then hop on their bikes for two laps around the campus and the adjoining residential streets. The last segment takes runners through campus, ending at the outdoor track. Admission is free to spectators. Come out and cheer on the athletes! For additional information, please visit www.set-upinc.com or call 910/794-4650.

UNCW
601 S. College Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.ncazaleafestival.org/Triathlon.htm

Herb & Garden Fair @ Poplar Grove Plantation
9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

For over a decade historic Poplar Grove Plantation has celebrated the start of spring with region’s best Herb and Garden Fair. Everything the gardener needs from seeds to tractors, Truckloads of fresh, locally grown plants, Fun classes given by regional experts, Preview hikes(2) through the new Abbey Nature Preserve, Delicious sandwiches and salads. Shop ‘till your heart’s content then sit a while under a big old shade tree. Entrance to the fair is free. There is a fee for hikes and classes. Donations are greatly appreciated and help fund the non-profit foundation. For more information call 910-686-9518 ext. 26.

Poplar Grove Plantation
10200 US Hwy 17 North
Wilmington, NC 28411
www.poplargrove.com

OTH's James Lafferty to Host Charity Basketball Game
2:00:00 PM

Participation and appearances by James Lafferty, Paul Johansson (who will be coaching the Ravens), Sophia Bush and Series Creator Mark Schwahn. Autograph signing immediately following game. Cameras/photos allowed! Tickets are pre-sale only and will be available for pick-up starting at 12pm at WILL CALL at Cape Fear Community College on game day. All proceeds will benefit the Wilmington Family YMCA, Family Services' Big Buddy Program and the Children's Museum of Wilmington. Contact the Wilmington Family YMCA at 910/251-9622 to purchase tickets. Ticket Price $20.00

Cape Fear Community College
411 N Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

'Flying School' and 'Mandala Naya' by Diane Landry

Diane Landry is one of Canada’s foremost installation artists: her work is exhibited throughout Canada, the United States and Europe. The artist employs everyday objects, sound, light and shadow in her evocative constructions. Call 910/395-5999 for more information.

Cameron Art Museum
3201 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.cameronartmuseum.com

Yefim Bronfman, pianist
8:00:00 PM

Born in Tashkent, Yefim Bronfman immigrated to Israel with his family in 1973, and made his international debut two years later at the age of seventeen with Zubin Mehta and the Montreal Symphony. His commanding technique and exceptional lyrical gifts have won him consistently enthusiastic audiences worldwide. Yefim Bronfman is widely regarded as one of the most talented and accomplished pianists performing today. Wilmington Concert Association. Call 800/732-3643 or 910/962-3500 for tickets.

UNCW, Kenan Auditorium
601 S. College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.wilmingtonconcert.com

Queen's Arrival & Coronation

Tanisha Lynn will be the 2006 Azalea Festival Queen. She will arrive in Wilmington on April 5 and be crowned that afternoon in Riverfront Park. Tanisha Lynn has appeared on All My Children since 2004. Call 910/794-4650 for details.

Riverfront Park
Water Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.ncazaleafestival.org

Carrie Underwood in Concert for Azalea Festival
8:00:00 PM

American Idol Carrie Underwood will perform the first of the two traditional Azalea Festival concerts. Since emerging on the Fox TV show American Idol last year, Underwood has gone on to reach No. 1 on the Country Music charts with her debut album, Some Hearts. She also won the 2005 Billboard Awards Top-Selling Hot 100 Song of the Year and Top-Selling Country Single of the Year. Call 910/794-4650 for details.

UNCW Trask Coliseum
601 S. College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.ncazaleafestival.org

Master Gardener Plant Sale, 19th Annual
9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

Many plants will be available including over 30 varieties of Azaleas, perennials, annuals, vines, hanging baskets, flowering trees, shrubs and herbs. The single largest plant sale in southeastern N.C. Proceeds benefit the Arboretum and County Extension projects. Please call 910/452-6393 for more information.

NHC Arboretum
6206 Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC 28409
www.gardeningnhc.org

Spanish Harlem Orchestra
8:00:00 PM

With a sound both modern and historic and a swing that could revive the dead, Spanish Harlem Orchestra is the signature sound of 21st century Latin music. Tickets are $18. Call 800/732-3643 or 910-962-3500.

UNCW, Kenan Auditorium
601 S. College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
appserv02.uncw.edu/caic/UNCWPresents/artsinaction-all.asp

Jazz at Cape Fear Museum
6:00:00 PM - 9:00:00 PM

Enjoy the winter series of Jazz at Cape Fear Museum. Tonight The Dusty Long Trio Tickets are $5. Co-sponsored by Cape Fear Jazz Appreciation and Star News. Call 910/341-4350 for information.

Cape Fear Museum
814 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.capefearmuseum.com

Patti LaBelle in Concert
8:00:00 PM

Accomplished rhythm and blues star Patti LaBelle will perform for the Azalea Festival. The two-time Grammy-winning legend is known for songs such as On My Own with Michael McDonald, If Only You Knew and If You Asked Me To. Tickets are $45. Order forms can be downloaded from www.ncazaleafestival.org or call 910/794-4650.

UNCW Trask Coliseum
601 S. College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.ncazaleafestival.org

Azalea Festival Shag Contest
1:00:00 PM

We are pleased to announce the return of the Shag Contest for 2006. Competing for cash prizes will be some of the best "shaggers" in the Carolinas. Competitors will battle for this year's title of N.C. Azalea Festival Champion. Lots of fun, great music, and fantastic dancing with fill your afternoon! Call 910/794-4650 for more details.

Reel Cafe
100 S. Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.ncazaleafestival.org

Azalea Festival Parade

Come see the floats, marching units and bands, clowns and horses, all highlighted by visiting celebrities, the Azalea Queen and her court, and the Azalea Princess. The parade is free to spectators young and old. Advance purchased Grandstand seats are available. Call 910/794-4650 for more details.

Downtown Wilmington
www.ncazaleafestival.org

24th Annual Spring Art Show & Sale
10:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

Sponsored by the Wilmington Art Association, over 150 artists submit their works for competition in this prestigious regional art show. Offering over $3000 in prizes and cash. This juried show is one of the regions largest. Judging is done by prominent professionals and 2nd & 3rd DART. Show entry fee TBA. Call 910/343-4370 for more information.

St. Thomas Preservation Hall
208 Dock Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.wilmington-art.org

Amateur Boxing Event
2:00:00 PM - 6:30:00 PM

North Carolina Amateur Boxing tournament held during NC Azalea Festival. Call 910/341-7872

Boxing & Physical Fitness Center
302 South 10th Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Cole Brothers Circus

Covering more than an acre of ground, the Cole Bros. Circus Big Top houses the North Carolina Azalea Festival's traditional circus. Its combination of acrobatics, clowns, trained animal acts and more draws packed crowds each year. Nonstop action fills the Big Top in this three-ring, two-hour performance. Lions, tigers, jugglers, acrobats, horses, stilt walkers, and trapeze artists plus a host of other exciting entertainers perform to the rousing sounds of a live, nine-piece brass band. The tent raising will begin at 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Thursday morning, at the Wilmington International Airport Fairgrounds. This is a free event open to the public. Tickets for circus performances are available in advance from the Festival Call 910/794-4650 for more information.

Wilmington International Airport
300 Airport Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28405
www.ncazaleafestival.org/Circus.htm

Galleria Cases: Collections of African American Life

This exhibition features a collection of photos and artifacts of African American life on loan from the collections of Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion. Call 910/395-5999 for details.

Cameron Art Museum
3201 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.cameronartmuseum.com

Azalea Festival Home Tour

Historic Wilmington Foundation is proud to once again sponsor the 2006 Home Tour during the Azalea Festival! This year’s house tour (April 8 & 9) may be the best ever in our 15 year history of offering this great community activitiy. There are 11 inviting historic homes located in downtown and Carolina Heights and Place. Tickets are $20 and are available at the Historic Wilmington Foundation. Call 910/762-2511 or 910/794-4650 for details.

Downtown Wilmington
Various Homes
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.ncazaleafestival.org

Azalea Garden Tour, 53rd Annual

This year's theme is "Gardens with a Past" and includes eleven gardens that highlight the history and charm of the South. Amid the glorious color of azaleas and spring flowers, the gardens feature water views, outdoor rooms, brick courtyards, fountains and koi ponds. Tickets are available through the Cape Fear Garden Club's web site www.azaleagardentour.org. Tickets will also go on sale March 1 at area garden centers, Azalea Festival office or at the featured gardens. Tickets are $20 good for all three days and children under 12 admitted free except for $1 for the ribbon cutting ceremony. Call 910/619-9444 for more information.

Various Gardens
www.azaleagardentour.org

Junior League Azalea Festival 5K Race & Fun Run
1:00:00 PM

Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Junior League Azalea Festival 5K Race and Fun Run. In order to enjoy the azaleas in bloom, the event will take place in the Glen Meade neighborhood in Wilmington on Sunday, April 9th at 1 PM. Parking and race-day registration are at Alderman elementary school. The Pre-registration Fee is $20. Call 910/799-7405 for more information.

Glen Meade neighborhood
Independence Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org

North Carolina Azalea Festival, 59th

A springtime tradition celebrating Wilmington's exceptional artwork, gardens, history and culture. Activities include headline concert entertainment; a three day riverfront street fair with arts, craft and food vendors, continuous live entertainment; a spectacular parade including floats, marching bands, clowns, animals, and celebrities; garden and home tours; the Clyde Beatty-Cole Bros. Circus, and much more. For more information call 910-794-4650.

Downtown Wilmington
Various Locations
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.ncazaleafestival.org

Azalea Festival Horse Show

Competitions in dozens of classes and various styles of riding are featured in the North Carolina Azalea Festival Horse Show, which will be held at Hugh MacRae Park. Sponsored by the Seagate Saddle Club, the show awards trophies and ribbons to competitors in the Game Show, Hunter-English Show and Western Pleasure Show. Competitors are expected from across the state for this well-known annual event. All shows are held by Seagate Saddle Club, Hugh MacRae Park, Wilmington, North Carolina. For additional information please contact John Lenfestey, 910-675-2655.

Hugh MacRae Park
Oleander & College Roads
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.ncazaleafestival.org

2006 Coin Show
10:00:00 AM

The Coin Show has 45 dealers who come and present their coins. A dealer in Roman Coins has been added for this show. The Cape Fear Coin Club will have exhibits presented. Every year drawings are held which give away four gold coins valued at over $300 and several silver eagles valued at over $10 per coin. This year we have doubled the amount of gold coins that will be in the drawing. One doesn’t have to be present to win any of the coins. During the show, on an hourly basis, there will be a drawing for a coupon for $10 that can be used at any of the dealers' tables towards a purchase of a coin. $1.00 Donation for Admission Call 910/794-4650 for more information.

American Legion Post 10
702 Pine Grove Dr.
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.ncazaleafestival.org

Azalea Festival Street Fair

Over 200 crafters converge on Water Street from from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, showcasing woodcrafts, jewelry, pottery, ironwork and many other handcrafted items. The Children's Area, located at the Cotton Exchange Parking lot on Water Street, will be filled with free events for children of all ages. Over thirty-five food vendors stretching from Red Cross Street to Dock Street, will offer something for every taste. Don't forget to visit the Children's Area at the Cotton Exchange and the Multi Cultural event on the Cape Fear stage. Call 910/794-4650 for more information.

Downtown Wilmington
Water Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.ncazaleafestival.org

The Sandman and Other Wonders
7:00:00 PM

Stageworks Youth Theatre. This enchanting show combines shadow puppetry, masks, large 3-D puppetry, and live music under the direction of Chris Neely (formerly of San Francisco Shadowlight Productions and Greek Shadow Theatre Company) and Gina Gambony, Stageworks Artistic Director. Featuring masks by Steve Myott. $8 General Admission. Call 910.343.3664 or 800.523.2820.

Thalian Hall Studio Theatre
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com

Fiddler on the Roof
8:00:00 PM - 2:00:00 PM

Cape Fear Academy High School Drama & Music Departments. The story centers on Tevye's attempts to maintain his family and religious traditions while adapting to new pressures in the small village of Anatevka. These manifest themselves chiefly in the strong-willed actions of Tevye's eldest three daughters, who each select her own husband, contrary to tradition. $14. Call 800.523.282. or 910.343.3664.

Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com

Aquarium’s “Alligator Egg Hunt”

The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher invites 5- to 7-year-olds to participate in a special Easter-weekend alligator program and “Alligator Egg Hunt.” This year the program is a two-day event that will offer four programs. They will be held on Friday and Saturday, April 14 and 15, at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Children must register in advance, and a fee is required. The program includes candy, prizes and fun ways to learn about alligators. Participants will make their own alligator egg baskets, handle alligator skulls and teeth and get a close-up look at a live ‘gator hatchling. The event culminates in the aquarium’s memorial garden with a search for hidden “alligator eggs.” Program fee is $6 per child. For registration and more details, call 910/458-7468 for reservations.

NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Rd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
www.ncaquariums.com

Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny
11:00:00 AM

Bring a basket for your treats and a camera to capture your visit with the Easter Bunny! Join us on the lawn behind Linens 'n Things. 11:00 am - Easter Bunny's Arrival 11:30 am - Easter Egg Hunt Begins Bring your whole family for a traditional Easter Egg Hunt for thousands of candy-filled eggs! Following the Easter Egg Hunt Michael’s will be hosting an Easter craft and there will be other special guests & surprises. Bring your camera- the Easter Bunny will be visiting with the children and posing for pictures. Bring a basket to hold your treats. This event is free and open to children 10 or under.

Mayfaire Town Center lawn behind Linens N Things
Inspiration Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405

Easter Eggventure
9:00:00 AM - 12:00:00 PM

Animal Tracks Scavenger Egg Hunt: Learn the tracks of animals and then follow them to find the many hidden eggs. We’ll finish with a traditional eggciting egg hunt that includes one prize filled “Golden EGG”. Ages 3-4: 9–10 a.m; Ages 5-6: 10–11 a.m; Ages 7-10: 11 a.m.–12 p.m. At Rest In A Nest: Spring is here and animals are preparing to nest. Discover some of the animals that are at rest in a nest at the park and the types of nest they make. Then make an edible nest of your own. We’ll finish with a traditional eggciting egg hunt that includes one prize filled “Golden EGG”. Ages 3-4: 10-11 a.m; Ages 5-6: 11a.m.–12p.m; Ages 7-10: 9–10 a.m. Easter Egg Roll; Roll an egg with a spoon racing to the finish line. Winners will compete in a final round for prizes. Then finish with a traditional eggciting egg hunt that includes one prize filled “Golden EGG”. Ages 3-4: 11 a.m.–12p.m. Ages 5-6: 9–10 a.m. Ages 7-10: 10–11a.m. All programs are $4/participant limited to 15 per program. Call 910/794-6001 for reservations or more information.

Halyburton Park
4099 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.halyburtonpark.com

From Memory: Maud Gatewood

One of the most vital tools Maud Gatewood brought to the canvas was her strongly developed sense of visual memory. This exhibition illustrates how the artist skillfully moved from the subject of figure to landscape to express isolation, loss and hope. For more information call 910/395-5999.

Cameron Art Museum
3201 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.cameronartmuseum.com

Easter Bunny Drawn Trolley/Carriage

Experience the picturesque beauty of Spring in historic downtown Wilmington. Free surprises for children. For more information please call 910-251-8889.

Downtown Wilmington
Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.horsedrawntours.com

Nnenna Freelon’s “Blueprint of a Lady: Sketches of Billie Holiday”
8:00:00 PM

The soaring star of the jazz world pays homage to the turbulent life and soul-baring music of a legend of our time. Freelon, herself the recipient of the Billie Holiday Award from the Academie du Jazz in France, explores the myth and majesty of this legendary artist whose legacy continues to shape generations of singers today. Tickets $25/$17. Call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664.

Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com

CFJAS Big Band Scholarship Concert
8:00:00 PM

This year we feature vocalist “Laura McFayden” singing with the UNCW Big Band under the baton of Dr. Frank Bongiorno. Laura will also perform with the jazz ensemble. It's a fantastic night of music at just $10 general admission and UNCW students will be admitted free with proper I.D. Of course individual contributions are always appreciated. Big Band Jazz and a beautiful female vocalist! It doesn't get any better than this! Call 910/962-3500 or 800/732-3643

UNCW, Kenan Auditorium
601 S. College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.capefearjazz.com

James Gregory, The Funniest Man in America
8:00:00 PM

Who else can you really trust to tell the truth about “Grease, Gravy and John Wayne’s Momma?” When you think about James Gregory’s total radio listenership now exceeding ten million, that’s an awful lot of laughing going on. The man works talk radio more than 300 days a year. He continues to set attendance records at his live performances and has appeared with Kenny Chesney, The Judds, George Jones and Reba McEntire. Tickets $26/$18. Call 800/523-2820 or 910/343-3664.

Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com

Kanye West to Perform at UNCW
8:00:00 PM

University of North Carolina Wilmington’s Association for Campus Entertainment (ACE) announces Grammy winner Kanye West as the 2006 Big Spring Concert performer. West has won three Grammy Awards and has eight nominations this year including Album Of The Year. $28.50-UNCW Students; $33.50- UNCW Faculty and Staff; $45.00-Public. Call 910/962-7109 for ticket information.

UNCW Trask Coliseum
601 S. College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.uncwtickets.com

Hammerheads Exhibition Game

The Hammerheads take on the Charleston Battery. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for youth (4-12). Call 910/796-0076 x23 for information.

Legion Sports Complex
2221 Carolina Beach Rd
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.wilmingtonhammerheads.com

Hands On Wilmington
8:00:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM

Hands On Wilmington is a city/county-wide day of volunteerism. There will be multiple volunteer projects across the city and county that volunteers can sign up to participate. This event is open to the public. “An event for the city of Wilmington by the city of Wilmington”. Volunteer Projects: 8am-12pm; Celebration: 12pm-4pm. To find out more about becoming a part of this community-wide event, go to www.HandsOnWilmington.org beginning Feb. 1, or leave a message at 762-2611, ext. 555.

Various Locations
New Hanover County
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.HandsOnWilmington.org

Rims on the River Vintage Car and Hot Rod Show
11:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

FREE and open to all cars 1970 and older. Awards will be given for People’s Choice, Participant’s Choice, and Best in Show. Live broadcast and great gifts given away. Presented by Downtown Business Alliance, in association with Advance Auto Parts and Fat Tony's Italian Pub. For more information contact Chris Andrews 910-251-0727 or citybuddha@hotmail.com

Downtown Wilmington
Market & Front Streets
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.dbawilmington.com

Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-Off, 10th Annual
11:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

The 2006 Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-off is about delicious food, good music, and family fun, so bring the kids along to this annual family-oriented event. Children will enjoy the park’s playground and activities. Adults will enjoy live entertainment and chowder tasting and voting. Admission fee is $5 for adults, children under 12 admitted free. Contact Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce at 910/458-8434 or chamber@carolinabeach.org.

Carolina Beach Lake Park
Hwy 421 & Atlanta Ave.
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
www.pleasureislandchambernc.org/

Earth Day 2006 - Get Dirty!
12:00:00 PM - 6:00:00 PM

This year's theme for the Lower Cape Fear Celebration of Earth Day was chosen to inspire residents to get involved in environmental activities inside and outside of their homes, work, and more! The festival will feature Over 40 informational environmental exhibits, A fun & educational Kid's Eco Zone, Live local music, Free workshops and Great food & drink from some of Wilmington's favorite establishments. Come out and join us and see how much fun you can have while helping to protect our natural environment! Call 910/798-7444 for more information.

Hugh MacRae Park
Oleander & College Roads
Wilmington, NC 28403

Battery Island Cruise
2:00:00 PM - 6:30:00 PM

Hosted by the Cape Fear Garden Club. Enjoy this cruise to and around Battery Island to see the nesting birds. White Ibises, herons and egrets. Battery Island is a National Audubon Society Sanctuary so no people are allowed on the Island. For more information check out www.capefeargardenclub.org or call call Janet Warren at 910/251-9821 or 910/512-7771.

Board on the Winner Cruise Boat
Carl Winner Avenue
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
www.capefeargardenclub.org

Making Legends Local
7:00:00 PM

The Carousel Center will host its second annual "Making Legends Local" show, featuring local VIPs, elected officials and business leaders as legends of pop, rock and soul. The sell-out performance last year generated lots of laughs for the audience and much needed funds for the Center which provides a child friendly environment for children who have been victims of physical, often sexual, abuse. Tickets are $50/$25. Tickets for the reception and show are $100 per person; call the Carousel Center at 910-254-9898 for these reservations.

Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com

Children's Museum Grand Opening

On April 23, the Children’s Museum of Wilmington will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new, 16,000 square foot location at Second and Orange Streets downtown. The new space features five times the capacity of the old Market Street location, allowing the museum to significantly expand its permanent exhibits and special event programming. More than 45,000 people are expected to visit the new Museum during its first year of operation.

Children's Museum of Wilmington
Second & Orange
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.playwilmington.org

Living Small: Crafting Miniatures

Explore the multi-faceted world of miniatures, the creators, consumers, and collectors of mini-objects, crafted within a scaled-down universe that is both vast and tiny. Experience a wide variety of miniature objects that define the importance of miniatures in all our lives. Call 910/341-4350.

Cape Fear Museum
814 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.capefearmuseum.com

One Take Film Festival

You are given twenty-four hours to create your very own 3-8 minute movie shot from start to finish with no video editing. All you need is a camera and a day. The One-Take Film Festival encourages anyone with even a slight interest in making their own film to try their hand at the competition. The top ten films will premier at Thalian Hall. Anybody with a camera and a weekend should contact the Patrick Crawford Foundation at 910/392-0486 and register for this exciting event.

Various Locations
Around Wilmington
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.onetakefestival.com

The Big Knife
8:00:00 PM

Opera House Theatre Company. Info TBA. Studio Theatre. General Admission. Call 800/523-2820 or 910-343-3664.

Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com

Coastal Living Show
10:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

Over 100 booths with diverse items for home, garden and general interest. Our exhibitors are local and throughout North & South Carolina. Admission is $5 adults, children 12 and under free. All proceeds go to benefit charities supported by the Wilmington Women's Club. Call 910/350-0198 for more information.

Cape Fear C.C. Schwartz Center
411 N. Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.wilmingtonwomansclub.com/coastalliving.html

7th Annual Shrimp Open for Cystic Fibrosis
10:00:00 AM

Captain's Choice with afternoon party at Michael's Seafood with a Shrimp-a-roo and all you can eat buffet, auction, live entertainment and cash bar. Teams will be selected by a random drawing. Call 910/458-7761 for more information. Registration fee.

The Cape Golf & Racquet Club
535 The Cape Blvd.
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.capegolfclub.com

2nd Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show

2nd annual event. Proceeds benefit Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity. Enjoy a delicious Carrabba’s lunch while local celebrity personalities model beautiful fashions. Cost is $25.00 per person and includes full lunch and other goodies. Contact tonim@capefearhabitat.org or 910/762-4744 ext. 102 for more information.

Carrabba's Italian Restaurant
15 Van Campen Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.capefearhabitat.org

14th Annual Auction and Fashion Show Fundraiser

Coastline Convention Center Day Show Luncheon & Auction from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Or evening Show Dinner & Auction from 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc. For more information, contact Kathryn W. Gresham, Auction Chair, 910/815-6153 Fax- 910/251-8824 kgresham@wilmingtonhealth.com.

Coast Line Convention Center
501 Nutt Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Three Club Challenge Charity Golf Tournament

The sixth annual charity golf tournament will be held on Friday April 28th at Belevedere Golf Club. Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity will be the major recipient of the 2006 proceeds and invites everyone to come out and have a great time. Whether you want to play in the tournament or sponsor a hole, there are many opportunities to get involved. Prices include: $400 for a golf team, $125 for individual golfers, and $100 for sponsoring a golf hole. All fees must be paid in full by April 24, 2006. For more information visit www.capefearhabitat.org or call 910/762-4744, x 102.

Belevedere Golf Club
2368 Country Club Dr.
Hampstead, NC 28443
www.capefearhabitat.org

Hammerheads Soccer Game
7:30:00 PM

The Hammerheads take on the Western Mass Pioneers at 7:30pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for youth (4-12). Call 910/796-0076 x23 for information.

Legion Sports Complex
2221 Carolina Beach Rd
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.wilmingtonhammerheads.com/

Cape Fear Wine Festival

Benefiting the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust. Scheduled for the last weekend in April, the Wine Festival will include wine dinners, seminars, and other fun and educational events. Please check out www.capefearwinefestival.org for event details. Brought to you by the Wine Seller & More. Call 910.799.5700 for more information.

Barclay Commons
Independence & Shipyard
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.capefearwinefestival.org

30th Annual Antique Automobile Show

The Cape Fear Chapter Antique Automoblie Club of America will be presenting the show. Vehicles 25 years or older are allowed. Trophies will be awarded to 1st and 2nd place. As many as 100 cars and trucks are expected. Call Mike at 910/452-3453 for more information.

Westfield Shoppingtown Independence
3500 Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403
local.aaca.org/northcarolina/capefear/index.htm

Wrightsville Beach Marina Spring Challenge

Registration is April 26. Fishing April 27-29. Please call Sam Clary for details 910.256.6666.

Wrightsville Beach Marina
1 Marina Street
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

Wilmington Symphony Orchestra-Domonique Launey
8:00:00 PM

The season ends with Mozart (it's his 250th birthday), Rickard Strauss (Don Juan), and a performance of Rachmaninoff's beloved Piano Concerto No. 2. Call 800/732-3643 or 910/962-3500 for tickets.

UNCW, Kenan Auditorium
601 S. College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.wilmingtonsymphony.org

Read To Me Festival
9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

The Read To Me Festival is a free one day event, sponsored by the Junior League of Wilmington. The Festival’s purpose is to promote a love of reading for the children in our community. The festival will be held at the Children’s Museum of Wilmington. The goal of the festival is for each child to leave with a complimentary tote bag that contains a book, bookmarks, and a video that teaches parents and caregivers how to read books to young children so they become lifelong readers. The hours of the festival are 9a.m. to 5p.m. so come early while supplies last.

Children’s Museum of Wilmington
116 Orange Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.playwilmington.org

Battleship Alive
8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

Don't miss this rare opportunity to watch a "new" crew of living history interpreters bring the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA to life. See Sailors and Marines demonstrate typical daily activities, drills, and inspections just as they would have back in WWII. Come and participate in shipboard activities. Included in regular admission. For information call 910-251-5797 Ext. 2046.

Battleship North Carolina
Eagles Island, Battleship Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.battleshipnc.com

Barbara Cook
4:00:00 PM - 8:00:00 PM

The legendary artist continually acclaimed as "the most marvelous voice in the history of American Musical Theatre." It's irrefutable history-in-the-making as Thalian Hall welcomes the Grammy, Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning star who is, “by the ear and heart, a continuous moment of undiluted ecstasy.” John Simon, New York Magazine. 4pm and 8pm shows. Tickets $50/$30. Call 800/523-2820 or 910/343-3664.

Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com

Wilmington Symphony Orchestra-Free Family Concert
8:00:00 PM

Bring your kids and introduce them to the joy and excitement of the symphony orchestra. Call 800/732-3643 or 910/962-3500 for information.

UNCW, Kenan Auditorium
601 S. College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.wilmingtonsymphony.org

Masonboro Inlet Sportfishing Tournament

Weigh Station will be Wrightsville Beach Marina. Call 910/256-6666 for information.

Wrightsville Beach Marina
1 Marina Street
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28428

Miami String Quartet
7:30:00 PM

Miami String Quartet has quickly established its place among the most respected quartets in America. The program will clebrate the anniversaries of Mozart and Shostakovich. Presented by the Chamber Music Society. Call 800/732-3643 or 910/962-3500 for tickets.

Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.chambermusicwilmington.org

The Big Knife
8:00:00 PM

Opera House Theatre Company. Info TBA. Studio Theatre. General Admission. Call 800/523-2820 or 910-343-3664.

Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.com

Friday Knight Fever
7:00:00 PM - 3:00:00 PM

Presented by The Thalian Association Children’s Theatre. This musical will feature a cast of approximately 50 children. With direction and musical direction by Michelle Reiff. Call 910/251-1788 for more information.

Community Arts Center
120 S. 2nd Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalian.org

20th Annual Parade of Homes
12:00:00 PM - 5:00:00 PM

More than 60 new homes will be open to the public and FREE of charge over these two big weekends in New Hanover, Pender and Brunswick Counties. Hours are 12-5 each day. Just pick up a Plan Book at any of the homes on the tour, or at the Wilmington-Cape Fear Home Builders offices the week of the tour. Sponsored by Wilmington-Cape Fear Home Builders Association. For more information call 799-2611 or visit www.wilmingtonhomebuilders.com

Various Locations
New Hanover, Pender, Brunswick
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.wilmingtonhomebuilders.com

Jazz-In-The Park - 10th Annual
2:00:00 PM - 6:00:00 PM

CFJAS will hold its annual “Jazz-In-The Park”. Several bands will perform from 2:00 to 6:00 pm at Wrightsville Beach Park. The music is free and open to the public. Bring your family, a picnic lunch and lawn chairs. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Co-sponsored by the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Rec. Dept. Contact Donna at 392-1200 for more details.

Wrightsville Beach Park
Bob Sawyer Drive
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28428
www.capefearjazz.com

Arts in These Parts

Annual show of the visual arts from students in the Pender County Schools. Call 910/686-9518 for more information.

Poplar Grove Plantation
10200 US Hwy 17 North
Wilmington, NC 28411
www.poplargrove.com

The Elements: Of Nature and Art

This thematic reinstallation of the museum’s permanent collection offers diverse paths in the viewer's aesthetic journey of discovery. The first four galleries devoted to the elements of Nature are mirrored in subsequent galleries dedicated to elements of art: line, form, color, texture. For more information visit us online at www.cameronartmuseum.com or call 910-395-5999.

Cameron Art Museum
3201 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.cameronartmuseum.com

Meadowlark Lemon Exhibit

Objects featured in the lobby display include a Harlem Globetrotters basketball, c.1971, signed by 16 members of the Harlem Globetrotters basketball team and Meadowlark’s Harlem Globetrotters basketball uniform. For more information, call 910/341-4350.

Cape Fear Museum
814 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.capefearmuseum.com

Riverfront Farmers' Market
9:00:00 AM

The City of Wilmington, in cooperation with the New Hanover County Cooperative Extension, announces the opening of the Riverfront Farmers' Market. The market will be held Saturdays on Water Street beginning April 15th and operating through December 20. Regional produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, seafood and more will be featured weekly, with special events and promotions to be held throughout the year. The third Saturday of every month is arts and crafts day at the market, where local artisans and crafters will sell their wares. Musical entertainment will be also be highlighted monthly. Call 910/254-0907.

Downtown Wilmington
Water Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.wilmingtonfarmers.com

Farmers' Market @ Halyburton Park
9:00:00 AM - 1:00:00 PM

The City of Wilmington, in cooperation with the New Hanover County Cooperative Extension, announces the opening of the Farmers' Market at Halyburton Park. Regional produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, seafood and more will be featured weekly, with special events and promotions to be held throughout the year. Call 910/254-0907 for information.

Halyburton Park
4099 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.wilmingtonfarmers.com

Pirates, Princesses, and Produce: Lower Cape Fear Festivals

Azalea Festival Associated Event. Celebrate a century of festivals in the Lower Cape Fear—Feast of Pirates, Piney Woods, Azalea Festival and others. Why did some festivals fade away, while others flourish to this day? Discover the origins and themes of 20th-century festivals in costumes, photographs, and festival-related objects. Call 910/341-4350 for more information.

Cape Fear Museum
814 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.capefearmuseum.com

Colonel Lamb's Pets

Display of two pieces of British-manufactured horse artillery used by Confederat soldiers at Ft. Fisher to patrol the beaches and protect shipwrecked Confederate blockade runners during the Civil War. Captured by Union naval forces in 1863, these two unique and long-range weapons are on temporary loan from the U.S. Navy Yard museum in Washington, D.C. Call 910/458-5538 for details.

Fort Fisher State Historic Site
1610 Fort Fisher Blvd. S
Kure Beach, NC 28449
www.ah.dcr.state.nc.us/sections/hs/fisher/fisher.htm