Fabulous Fantail Film Festival
8:30:00 PM

Enjoy wonderful movies on the deck of the Ship, just like her crew. For information call 910-251-5797, ext. 2049. Tickets are $1.00 and are available at the door only. Movie is The Crimson Pirate, 1952. We have added a special treat. Cape Fear Fencing Association will demonstrate swashbuckling fencing moves prior to the movies.

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

Music Under the Stars
6:00:00 PM - 8:00:00 PM

Enjoy music under the stars in Airlie Gardens. Tonight is Buddy Skipper and the Jetty Jumpers. A dance floor will be available at many of the concerts for locals to enjoy not only the music but the opportunity to shag, swing, or waltz under the stars. Call 910.798.7700.

Airlie Gardens
300 Airlie Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.airliegardens.org

Mayfaire Music on the Town
6:00:00 PM - 9:00:00 PM

Join us every Friday night for the best free music Wilmington has to offer. Tonight enjoy the sounds of The Schoolboys. Coolers permitted, free parking.

Mayfaire Town Center
Behind Linens 'n Things
Wilmington, NC 28405

Hammerheads Soccer Game
7:30:00 PM

The Hammerheads take on the Charlotte Eagles 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

Six-Park Metric Century Bicycle Ride
8:30:00 AM

The Cape Fear Cyclists and Wilmington Recreation Division are partnering to offer the public the 2nd Annual Six-Park Metric Century. This bicycle ride will begin at Halyburton Park and will travel to River Road Park, Snow’s Cut Park, Carolina Beach State Park, Fort Fisher State Recreation Area, and Greenfield Lake. The total distance is 62.55 miles, but riders will have the option to turn around with an escort at any park. Refreshments, maps, and cue sheets will be provided, and participation is free. Registration deadline is Wednesday, May 10. Check-in will be at 8:30 AM at the Halyburton Park Events Center. For more information, call 910/341-0836 or 910/341-7855.

Begins at Halyburton Park
4099 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28409
www.capefearcyclists.org

Sudan Shriners Spring Ceremonial Parade
11:45:00 AM

A Parade is planned for Saturday May 20 at 11:45 A. M., weather permitting, with marching units, mini-cars, clowns, daredevils and more. The parade will be lead by our Potentate Olen Smith from Watha, N.C. The streets along the route will be closed 30 minutes before the parade starts. The parade will line up in the Federal Point shopping center and will continue down North Lake Park Blvd. and will end up on South Lake Park Blvd near the Carolina Beach Lake. The Shriners National Poster Child, Katie Walker, from Bakersfield California, will also be in town for this gala event. For more information, please contact Rick Welborn,Business Manager at Sudan Shriners in New Bern 252.637.5197.

Pleasure Island
Lake Park Blvd (Hwy 421)
Carolina Beach, NC 28428

Spring Inshore Challenge, Fisherman's Post

The Spring Inshore Challenge is the only tournament that can guarantee the winner a cover shot with FISHERMAN’S POST Newspaper. A trophy will be awarded to the fishing club member that catches the heaviest fish of the tournament. Multiple Check-Outs: Southport, Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Topsail, Sneads Ferry. Please direct all questions to Gary Hurley at 910/452-6378 or Robbie McGee at 910/362-7191. Or you can send an email to challenge@fishpost.net.

Wrightsville Beach Marina-Weigh In
1 Marina Street
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28428
www.fishermanspost.com/pgs/Tournaments/Inshore.html

Red & White Ball - Wilmington’s Night to Shine
8:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 AM

The Wilmington Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. cordially invites you to our “Red & White Ball – Wilmington’s Night to Shine”. This fundraiser event will support community service programs in New Hanover and surrounding counties. Come enjoy a night of great entertainment including heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and a live band. Tickets are $30. For more information, please call 762-1995.

Coast Line Convention Center
501 Nutt Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Seaside Soccer Classic, 13th Annual

Spring soccer tournament that includes youth teams from throughout North Carolina and other states. Last year 110 teams participated. Age groups are Girls: U10 through U14 and Boys U10 through U18. Call 910-392-0306 or email at soccer@capefearsoccer.com

Soccer Fields throughout NHC
www.capefearsoccer.com

Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame VIP Reception
6:00:00 PM

VIP reception is 6pm to 7pm, Sponsored by Windham Distributing Co. & Jackson Beverage Co. Dinner Reception from 6:30 to 7:30 sponsored by Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated. Banquet from 7:30-10:00PM. ESPN College Football Analyst Lee Corso will serve as the Master of Ceremonies for the induction events. or more information, call Marie Dooley, 910.256.6532.

Hilton Wilmington Riverside
301 N. Water Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

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

Wilmington Greek Festival

An opportunity for the Greek community to share its culture. Includes cooking ddemonstrations, Greek music, dancing and the "Greek Marketplace." Trolley will run from Sam's Club to the Festival. For more information call 910-392-4444.

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
608 S. College Rd.
Wilmington, NC 28403

16th Annual Cape Fear Blue Water Open

This is one of the premier Blue Water Fishing Tournaments in the Southeast United States. The tournament boasts over $10,000 in cash and prizes. The Cape Fear Blue Water Fishing Club hosts this annual tournament. Registration begins May 18. Call 910.452.0170 for details.

Bradley Creek Marina
6338 Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.cfbwfishingclub.org

Footloose
8:00:00 PM - 3:00:00 PM

At the emotional heart of "Footloose" is a boy longing for the father who walked out on him and a man aching for the son he lost. Ultimately, the minister realizes that only through placing trust in our young people can they become truly trustworthy."Footloose" is propelled by the rockin' rhythm of it's Oscar- nominated Top 40 score. "Exhilarating! You'll have a hard time staying in your seat!" Call 800/523-2820 or 910/343-3664 for tickets.

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

10th Annual New Play Festival
8:00:00 PM - 3:00:00 PM

An exciting festival of never-before-produced works by both youth and adult playwrights. Previous plays have gone on to productions across the United States – be the first to see works by talented local authors. Award-winning playwright Virginia Davis will also guide the authors through workshops leading up to an exhilarating premiere! Big Dawg Productions. Call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664 for tickets.

Thalian Hall Studio Theatre
310 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
bigdawgproductions.org

The Long Way 'Round
8:00:00 PM - 3:00:00 PM

A New Play by Virginia Davis and Directed by Tony Moore. A play based on the life of T.S. Eliot and his two marriages to Vivienne Haigh-Wood and Valerie Fletcher. The play deals with his struggles, passions and growth as a writer, as well as, his marriages with both women. For tickets please call 800.523.2820 or 910.343.3664.

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

Port of Wilmington Maritime Day Festival
11:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

North Carolina State Ports Authority will host its 10th Annual Port of Wilmington Maritime Day Festival, Waterway to the Future. The festival is designed to promote in an entertaining and educational way, the importance of maritime commerce on the Cape Fear River and to honor all merchant mariners of past and present. Highlights of the day's activities will include a special dockside Maritime Day memorial ceremony. Other activities will include port tours and vessel tours, special exhibits and children's activities. New this year is SCUBA engineers. For more information, please call the Public Affairs Dept. at 910/763-1621.

NC State Ports
2202 Burnett Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.ncports.com

Art Unleashed; Artists Aid the Animals
10:00:00 AM - 6:00:00 PM

Thirty five or more artists will be displaying their most recent paintings, fine jewelry, photography, or sculpture. On Sunday at 2:30pm, Ivey Hayes will be unveiling an original painting in which 60% of the sale proceeds will be given to the Pender Animal Rescue and Pender County Humane Society. Entertainment will be provided on Saturday by the Coastal Therapy Band from 1:00pm to 4:00pm with Tommy B and the Stingers providing entertainment on Sunday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. The Cape Fear Power Squadron Conch Band will also be giving a demonstration of their talent on Sunday at 2:45pm. Call Gloria at 910.799.5401 or Norma at 910.452.0049 for more information. In case of bad weather, the show will be held the following weekend.

Mayfaire Town Center
Main Street & Town Center Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405

The Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame Golf Tournament

Sponsored by Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated Time Warner, Inc., Windham Distributing Co., Jackson Beverage Co., & Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated. For more information, call Marie Dooley, 910.256.6532.

Echo Farms Golf & Country Club
4114 Echo Farms Blvd.
Wilmington, NC 28412

Fabulous Fantail Film Festival
8:30:00 PM

Enjoy wonderful movies on the deck of the Ship, just like her crew. For information call 910-251-5797, ext. 2049. Tickets are $1.00 and are available at the door only. Movie is To Catch a Thief, 1955.

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

Mayfaire Music on the Town
6:00:00 PM - 9:00:00 PM

Join us every Friday night for the best free music Wilmington has to offer. Tonight enjoy the sounds of Paco Strickland & Friends. Coolers permitted, free parking.

Mayfaire Town Center
Behind Linens 'n Things
Wilmington, NC 28405

Fourth Friday Gallery Nights
6:00:00 PM - 9:00:00 PM

Come down and enjoy evening tours of the downtown galleries and art studios. Brightly colored beach balls with the Fourth Friday logo will mark the spot for each of our eleven participating locations. Barouke; Bottega Art & Wine; Corporate Canvas; Crescent Moon; Era; Independent Art Company; New Elements Gallery; The Golden Gallery; The Wilmington Gallery; The WHQR Gallery; and Three Hounds Gallery (opening in May). Call 910.343.8997 or 888.817.0834 for more information.

Various Art Galleries
Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.newelementsgallery.com

Hammerheads Soccer Game
7:30:00 PM

The Hammerheads take on the Cincinnati Kings 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

Viva Las Kure

Enjoy live pre-show music, singing, dancing and comedy Las Vegas style. Fun for all ages. There will be guest appearances by Spiderman, pirates and our favorite Grandma Flossie. All proceeds benefit the Annual Christmas Show. Tickets are $10, children under 12 free. Two days of fun! Call 910.458.7853 for more information.

Kure Beach Fire Department
118 N. 7th Street
Carolina Beach, NC 28449
www.visitkure.com

Thalian Hall 10K & 5K
8:00:00 AM

This year’s course is certified as per USATF/RRTC requirements. Event timing is being provided by The Wilmington Road Runners Club. This year’s 10K event is a Wilmington Road Runners Club Grand Prix Event. A post-race bash is planned for all participants at Thalian Hall with food provided by Angie’s of Chris’ Restaurant. Entry fee $20 before May 22 or $25 after. For more information regarding this annual event, please contact Jennifer Czechlewski, Race Director, at 910.343.4797.

Downtown Wilmington
www.thalianhall.com

12th Annual Cape Fear Kayak Paddle and Demo
11:00:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM

The public can paddle different types of kayaks and canoes in the lake under the watch of ACA Certified guides. Children under 16 need a parent with them. This event is free to the public and many kayak manufactureres will be on hand with info and instructions as well as two professional kayak fisherman. Call 910/798-8822 for information.

Greenfield Lake Park & Ampitheater
3rd St & Carolina Beach Rd
Wilmington, NC 28401

Celebrate Confederate History Month
1:00:00 PM - 4:00:00 PM

Cape Fear Chapter No. 3, United Daughters of the Confederacy honor the deceased Confederate heroes. Ladies and men will dress in period costume and perform vignette's around the Bellamy Mansion and on the grounds. Gentleman from Fort Fisher State Historic site will be onhand with their canons to talk about what life was like back then. Included with regular admission. Call 910.392.0381 or 910.251.3700.

Bellamy Mansion Museum
503 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Orange Street Arts Festival 2006
10:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM

The artists will exhibit everything from watercolor to pottery to jewelry for sale. The festival will have continuous entertainment and food and drink available to the public. The event is free but donations are encouraged and accepted. The show will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, with continuous entertainment throughout the day. For more information call 910-251-1788.

Orange Street, between Front & Second Streets
Orange Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalian.org

Memorial Day Observance
5:45:00 PM

Remember those who gave their lives in service and honor veterans at our traditional Memorial Day Observance featuring a military guest speaker, an All-service Color Guard, a 21 - gun salute by a Marine Corps Honor Guard, military band, Taps, and a memorial wreath cast onto the waters. FREE. Program site will be on the Fantail of the Battleship. For information call 910-251-5797 Ext. 2050.

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

Woodblock prints by Ann Connor

Coming soon! Call 910/395-5999 for more information. Dates are tenative.

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

Galleria Cases: From Mechanical to Microchip

An exhibition tracing the influence of changing technology on object design, including typewriters, telephones, televisions, fans, computers and calculators loaned by institutions and private collectors. Call 910.395.5999 for more information.

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

Fold it, Flip it, Figure it Out

Fold it, Flip it, Figure it Out offers engaging activities with patterns, shapes, and sizes that entice visitors to play with math. Call 910/341-4350 for more information.

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

Five American Artists

This major exhibition of artworks by five artists demonstrates the diverse aesthetic contributions to American art made by African American artists since the mid-twentieth century. Exhibition features works on paper, paintings, sculpture and in mixed-media by artists Romare Bearden, Big Al Carter, Minnie Evans, Ivey Hayes and Faith Ringgold. Call 910.395.5999 for more information.

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

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

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