Its Spring in Wilmington! What to do?
Sunday, February 20th, 2011
It appears that Spring has finaly arrived in Wilmington, NC! It has been in the 60′s the past few days and this gorgeous weather is here to stay. At least we hope so! Wilmington is a great place for things to do, especially when the westher is warm, because you can never run out of things to do. Check out our list of events to see what might interest you. Enjoy the good weather and get out and do something!
Wilmington Area Events
Saturday, 02/12/2011 – Sunday, 02/13/2011
Valentine Cruise aboard Wilmington Fast Cat
Chocolate, champagne, and a cruise of the Cape Fear River aboard the first and finest state-of-the-art catamaran to serve Wilmington. Join us Saturday 4pm-6pm or Sunday 2pm-4pm. Departs at 212 S. Water St (between Ann & Orange Sts.) 910-338-3134
Riverwalk
212 S. Water St
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.wilmingtonwatertours.com
Tuesday, 02/22/2011 2:00 PM
“King Lear” – from the National Theatre in London
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNCW has partnered with the National Theatre in London to bring high-definition broadcasts of NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE to the Wilmington area. “King Lear” stars Derek Jacobi. These performances are filmed live in HD on stage in London and broadcast via satellite to more than 300 cinemas around the world, including the new OLLI building on S. College Rd. All shows are at 2pm. For more information on performances call 910.962.3195
OLLI @ UNCW
620 S College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
www.uncw.edu/olli
Thursday, 02/24/2011 8:00 PM
Danny Ellis/800 Voices
Danny Ellis’ stunningly poetic cinematic musical memoir of his years in Ireland’s Artane Industrial School orphanage is a testament to the power of the human spirit. Shades of Paul Simon, Leonard Cohen and James Taylor blend into this singularly unique Celtic voice from Dublin. Box Office: 910-632-2285 or 800-523-2820
Thalian Hall Main Stage
310 Chestnut St
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.org
Saturday, 02/26/2011 1:00 PM
Wilmington Winter Wine and Beer Walk
Don’t miss out on this popular sampling tour of downtown’s finest venues! The event is from 1-6pm. Tickets are $15 ea or 2/$25. Venue details will follow. Participants must be at least 21 years of age, and have a valid ID readily available for establishments to verify. For more information contact Chris Andrews at 910-251-1935 or email citybuddha@hotmail.com.
Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington, NC 28401
http://www.dbawilmington.com/events/event_details.php?id=55
Sunday, 02/27/2011 11:00 AM
Monty’s Home Pet Expo, 4th Annual
Monty’s Home Pet Expo is the largest indoor pet event in the area! Allowing more than 70 pet related vendors to showcase a huge variety of pet items and services. Monty’s Home Pet Expo is the largest indoor pet event in the area! Allowing more than 70 pet related vendors to showcase a huge variety of pet items and services. Be sure to visit the Silent Auction, offering hundreds of items for bid. Call 910.259.7911 for more information.
Cape Fear C.C. Schwartz Center
610 N. Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.montyshome.org/expo.htm
Thursday, 03/03/2011 6:30 PM
Mulligan’s Wake Comedy Dinner Theatre
In Mulliganâ??s Wake, dining audience member are treated like friends and family and are encouraged to be part of the show. Dress up or down for the funeral and be prepared upon arrival to meet a crazy Irish-Catholic family who has all gathered for a final, over-the-top farewell celebration. Audience members can interact with the cast, join in or sit back and relax. There will be a traditional dinner and a wake to honor the memory of dear oleâ?? Rory Mulligan. This Irish celebration is full of drinking, toasting, dancing and sings â?? a hilarious form of entertainment full of twists and turns that will leave you and your friends in stitches. 910-232-6611
Front Street Brewery Beam Room
9 North Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
porchtheatre.com
Thursday, 03/03/2011 6:30 PM
Jazz at the CAM featuring Liz Pina
Come enjoy the muscial benefits of this new collaboration between CAM and the Cape Fear Jazz Society. Hear the best mix of musicians and jazz genres in the area. Admission charged. 910-395-5999 or www.capefearjazz.com
Cameron Art Museum
3201 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
www.cameronartmuseum.com
Friday, 03/04/2011 – Sunday, 03/13/2011
Hollywood Dreams – Songs from the Silver Screen
Presented by the Thalian Association Children’s Theater under the direction of Tom Briggs. More info to follow. 910-251-1788
Hannah Block 2nd Street Stage
120 S. Second St
Wilmington, NC 284001
www.thalian.org
Saturday, 03/05/2011
In the Mood, the WWII Musical Revue
The hit-after-hit audience favorite, two hours of two-dozen swinging big band musicians, singers, dancers, almost every hit song from the 1040s, a nostalgic journey to the last decade when all of America was listening to the same music and its promise for the future wore the uniforms of our Armed Forces. Matinee and evening performances. Box Office: 910-632-2285 or 800-523-2820
Thalian Hall Main Stage
310 Chestnut St
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.thalianhall.org
Saturday, 03/05/2011 9:00 AM – Sunday, 03/06/2011 4:00 PM
Wilmington Garden Show, 18th Annual
There will be over 50 booths selling a wide variety of products and services for gardening and landscaping. Many returning vendors, as well as new sellers offering the latest in gardening products will be on hand. This year the Garden Show is truly a one-stop event. It’s where the public can find a hint of spring in the displays, the plants and decorative items. In addition, you can save time, money and gas by coming to the one event where you will see gardening products, gain information face to face with experts and listen to informative and interesting talks on a variety of topics. Admission $7, children under 12 free. Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm. For more information call 910.798.7670.
CFCC Schwartz Center
601 N. Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
www.gardeningnhc.org
Saturday, 03/05/2011 9:00 AM – Sunday, 03/06/2011 5:00 PM
Scales & Tails, 4th Annual
If you are a fan of unique and scaly animals, then the Aquarium has just the event for you – the annual Scales & Tails event. At this 2-day celebration of our amphibian and reptile friends, visitors will have an opportunity to see, touch and learn about our cold-blooded neighbors. Invited experts and aquarium staff will introduce the public to hundreds of live amphibians and reptiles, including alligators, snakes, iguanas, lizards, turtles and more. Free with Aquarium admission. Call 910.458.8257 for more information.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Rd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
www.ncaquariums.com
