Summer Fun Events on the Crystal Coast

06/06/2008

Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament

June 6 – 14, 2008

An exciting Crystal Coast tradition in mid-June, this is one of the largest sport-fishing tournaments in the country, and is fished by around 200 competitiors in substantial cash categories. There are generally around 6 to 8 competitors in each boat. For more information call 252.247.3575 or view tournament information online at www.thebigrock.com.

 

2008 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show

June 6 – 8, 2008

North Carolina's largest air show, the Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Air Show will host the area's premier spectator event June 6-8.

The East Coast's largest Marine Corps air station will again open its gates to the public during its now annual open house highlighting the latest in Marine Corps war fighting technology and military aviation.

This year also marks the anticipated return of the U. S. Navy's premiere flight demonstration squadron, the "Blue Angels." Featuring the F/A-18 Hornet, the Blue Angels' mission is to enhance Navy and Marine Corps recruiting efforts and to represent the naval service to the United States, its elected leadership and foreign nations. The Blue Angels serve as positive role models and goodwill ambassadors for the U. S. Navy and Marine Corps.

Saturday and Sunday both will highlight full "Day Shows" with a large variety of military and civilian aerobatic demonstrations, plus dozens of historic and modern military static displays. Military acts will include: the Blue Angels, a Marine Air Ground Task Force demonstration highlighting the U.S. Marine Corps' finest capabilities, an AV-8B Harrier demonstration, plus several flybys and demos.

The air show will also highlight ground activities for the kids, an outdoor recreational show, various rides and simulators. Admission and parking are free.

For more information on the 2008 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show, and how you can play a part, check out the official air show Website at www.cherrypointairshow.com or call toll free 866-WINGS-NC.

 

Beaufort Women’s Club Designer Showcase House

June 6 – 15, 2008

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Beaufort Woman’s Club is sponsoring a Designer Showcase House June 6 – 9 and June 13 – 15 for the public and groups to raise funds for the purchase of the historic (c. 1726) Ward-Hancock house – also known as the First Custom House. The house will be donated to the North Carolina Maritime Museum property for the Old Beaufort Seaport at Gallants Channel. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Please contact Anne at 3537f@earthlink.net for more information.

 

Annual Porch Sale

June 7, 2008

This event takes place at The History Place, 1008 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC  from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm and is sponsored by the Carteret Historical Society. For more information, please call 252.247.7533.

 

Morehead City Parks and Recreation Summer Concerts

June 7, 2008

The Morehead City Parks and Recreation Department and Chair Equipment Rentals will sponsor a summer concert series beginning Memorial Day.  The concert will be held Saturday evening from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Jaycee Park, 9th and Shepard Street in Morehead City. Each performance is free and open for all to enjoy! For more information, please call 252.726.5083.

 

Friday Free Flicks

June 13, 2008

Visit your neighbor at the Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation Department and join in the fun on Friday evening at 7:00 pm. Movies are family oriented and free to the public. Popcorn and drink are served for $1.00! Call 252.354.6350 for movie title and any questions.

 

4 v 4 Beach Volleyball Tournaments – The Emerald Isle Summer Series

June 14, 2008

Tournament location: Western Ocean Regional Access, Islander Drive, Emerald Isle.

This is an "open gender" series and players must be at least 16 years old. Pre-registration is required (no game day registration). Team fee is $55 per team with prize money going to the top two teams (70% to first place; 30% to second place).

Teams must bring their own ball and will act as officials when not playing. Note: officiating may be required after elimination. There are no rain dates and refunds will be issued for bad weather. FIVB/EI beach rules apply.

For registration, payment and general information, 252-354-6350 or

Event Times: 9:00 am until the last game is over!

 

Build a Boat in a Day

June 14, 2008

The Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center, located across from the NC Maritime Museum building, is open for viewing wooden boat construction and restoration, and ship model building.

Boatbuilding Carpentry is a prerequisite for the Boatbuilding classes and is for a child/adult team working from a pre-cut kit. Contact the museum for more details at 252.728.7317.

 

Kid’s Summer Art Smart

June 16 – 19, 2008

Calling all children in second grade and above! You are incited to sign-up for an aft class that is fun and educational. Classes are four days a week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 am – 12 pm. Registration can be done online at www.emeraldisle-nc.rg or by calling Laura Lee Davis at 252.354.6350 or emailing ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Session One is Textile Art!

 

Boatbuilding Classes at the Watercraft Center

June 21 – 29, 2008

Boatbuilding in one week! Boatbuilding carpentry is a pre-requisite for the class so make sure you don’t miss it on June 14, 2008 at the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center directly across from the NC Maritime Museum on the waterfront in Beaufort!

Call 252.728.7317 for more information!

 

Free Concert on Beaufort Waterfront

June 19, 2008

Bring a friend and a chair to this event from 6:00 – 8:00 pm on the third Thursday of the month through October on the Beaufort waterfront. This event takes place by the old clock. For more information please call Pat Wesson at 252.504.3396. Entertainment this week is The 2nd Air Wind Marine Show Band.

 

Beach Jive After Five Summer Concert

June 19, 2008

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and coolers and enjoy live music and the tranquil ocean breeze as Infectious Blues rocks the night away. This event is held from 5:30 – 7:00 pm and is located at the Western Ocean Regional Access in Emerald Isle – located between Queen’s Court Condominiums and the Island Motor Inn. For more information, please call 252.354.6350 or visit www.emeraldisle-nc.org for more information.