Community Calendar

NC Project LEAD's Black-Tie White Lotus Leadership Awards Gala on Saturday, September 27, 5 to 9 p.m., Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, includes recognition of emerging and lifetime leader honorees, the awards dinner with the featured evening speaker Maurice “Mo” Green, North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction. Green, an undergraduate and law school graduate of Duke University, has served in his current position since January 1, 2025. Prior to that he served as superintendent of Guilford County Schools and as executive director of Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation. A concert by Shana Tucker and the Grammy and Emmy nominated jazz artist John Brown and the Carolina Big Band will follow the awards. Awards Gala tickets are $150 plus fees; $170 plus fees after Sept. 1
https://www.ncprojectlead.org/2025-white-lotus-leadership-awards-gala

The Ocean Innovation Conference unites the deep research expertise of UNCW, the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem of southeastern North Carolina, and the passion of people who care deeply about our ocean and coastal communities.

The goal? To spark something great, whether it’s marine biotechnology, alternative materials, living shoreline projects, ocean data science, or emerging innovations we’ve yet to imagine.

Join thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers to explore bold ideas and develop new solutions for our oceans and waterways. Attendees will hear from various speakers, including Shaun Tomson, former World Surfing Champion, and bestselling author Deborah Westphal.

Join the fine folks at Fermental as they brighten up the mid-week with their FREE Weekly Wine & Beer Tasting.

Serving and sampling a superb selection of libatious wonders from around the globe, every week, every Wednesday.

Educate. Lubricate. Sip. Sample. Smile.

All wines are available by the glass/bottle. Take home your favorite or enjoy in house as we celebrate another wonderful Wednesday in the Cargo District.

As always, 10% case discounts on all wine.
Mix & Match.

Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District.

910-821-0362 for more information.

Firedance, hoop, flow and drum to the rhythms of your soul and let your spirit rise in the flames

Come join us on Saturday October 4th, 2025 at Halyburton Park from 10am to 3pm for the 2025 Fire in the Pines Festival, an event the whole family will enjoy. Rain date is October 11th, 2025.

You can look forward to:

Kids activities including crafts, games, and educational opportunities
Fire equipment, including an antique fire engine
Hay-rides throughout the park
Fire, nature, and other conservation related tables and displays
Live music by Folkstone Stringband
Food trucks
Entertainment including jugglers and raptor shows
And for the finale, a live fire demonstration!

Join Wilmington Water Tours as we cruise up the Northeast Cape Fear River to the upper reaches of the black water system of this storied river. Captain Doug Springer will share his extensive knowledge of the history of the area while you take in the flora and fauna along the river banks. We will cruise through the Castle Hayne Aquifer and by the bluffs of the Rose Hill Plantation. Visit our bar for a freshly brewed cup of coffee or the best Bloody Mary on the river. This is a great cruise for photographers, birders and nature lovers. Bring your camera to capture the untouched beauty of this early morning adventure. Boarding 15 minutes prior.

Join the fine folks at Fermental as they brighten up the mid-week with their FREE Weekly Wine & Beer Tasting.

Serving and sampling a superb selection of libatious wonders from around the globe, every week, every Wednesday.

Educate. Lubricate. Sip. Sample. Smile.

All wines are available by the glass/bottle. Take home your favorite or enjoy in house as we celebrate another wonderful Wednesday in the Cargo District.

As always, 10% case discounts on all wine.
Mix & Match.

Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District.

910-821-0362 for more information.

Thursday morning music club meets at 10:30 on the second Thursday Oct. - May. Our upcoming meeting will feature Beverly Andrews and the Classical Carolina trio in the lovely chapel at first Presbyterian Church. Reception will follow.

Firedance, hoop, flow and drum to the rhythms of your soul and let your spirit rise in the flames

Join Wilmington's finest comedy collective for a night of spontaneous comedy, theatre, games and who-knows-what else! Waterline Brewing Co. graciously opens their stage to new and sometimes experimental improvised comedy!
Come early at 7:30 for an open improv jam, where you can get up onstage and show your stuff with our performers.

Free, fun, and funny!
Hosted by Jesslyn Wilson + Ben Ehrlich