	Upcoming Events in the Area
	August 31-October 19, 2010 Tuesdays, 6pm Walking Club Come out and join fellow neighbors and friends in an attempt to create a healthier lifestyle. Each walk will begin and end at the Emerald Isle Community Center with different routes walked each week; most walks will be 2-3 miles. Rain location will be the Emerald Isle Community Center gymnasium. This program is open to participants of all ages. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Each mile walked earns 1 point. There will also be Bonus Miles that can be earned each week; for example a family walk outside of the Walking Club can earn up to 5 points! At the end of the season, awards and gifts will be given to participants in many different categories. For more information, contact 252-354-6350. View Walking Routes! September 8, 2010 1pm Soccer Shots™ Demo Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation is currently accepting registration for Soccer Shots™. Soccer Shots is an innovative program that emphasizes both soccer skills and character skills by using imaginative soccer games that kids love. Soccer Shots™ will be offered to children ages 2-5 at Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation, 7500 Emerald Drive. Soccer Shots™ for mature 2 & 3 year olds will take place on Tuesdays from 1-1:45pm beginning September 14^th for 10 weeks. Soccer Shots™ for ages 4 & 5 will take place on Wednesday from 1-1:45pm beginning September 15^th for 10 weeks. The fee is $80 per child and includes 10 weeks of professionally designed lessons in coordination, teamwork, character development, physical skills and fun. No gear is needed to participate. Registration forms are available at Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation or online at www.soccershots.org or www.emeraldisle-nc.org . Questions specific to the program can be directed to Barbara Maia at 252.241.6803 or Barbara@soccershots.org . A demo day will be offered, free of charge, on Wednesday, September 8^th at 1pm. “Soccer Shots™ is a leader in youth soccer development for children ages 3-8. Our nationally recognized program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Our innovative curriculum emphasizes both soccer skills and character development. Our goal is simple: to leave a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve. Join us and see why tens of thousands of children throughout North America have benefited from the Soccer Shots™ experience!” www.soccershots.org September 10, 2010 7:00pm Friday Free Flicks Join us at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation, 7500 Emerald Drive on Friday, September 10th at 7pm for “Marmaduke”, rated PG. Admission is FREE! All children must be accompanied by an adult. $1 = popcorn and a drink. No outside food or beverage permitted. Print Flyer! September 11, 2010 10am - 1pm Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops with Linda Phelps will take place at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. Pre-registration is required, ages 12 and up. Fee is $5 with additional packages available. Use of tools and snack included. Fees payable at workshop. You may call Linda Phelps at 910.326.6164 or email rphelps@ec.rr.com September 11, 2010 9:00am until the last game is over 2 v 2 Beach Volleyball Tournament 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 $25 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, contact 252.354.6350 or bwood@emeraldisle-nc.org Print Registration! September 16, 2010 5:30-7:30pm Beach Jive After Five Performers - Kicking Machine Enjoy live music and the tranquil ocean breeze. Bring chairs, blankets, even dinner! Access also features volleyball courts, picnic tables and restrooms. Alcoholic beverages prohibited. Western Ocean Regional Access (WORA) in Emerald Isle. No admission fee, sponsored by Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. 252-354-6350. Print Flyer! September 18, 2010 10:00am – 2:00pm Emerald Isle’s Fifth Annual Day4Kids Emerald Isle’s Fifth Annual Day4Kids is sponsored by Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Festival, Emerald Isle Police Department, Emerald Isle Business Association and Crystal Coast Parent. Bringing adults and children of all ages together for a fun-filled day of vendors, activities, games, face painting and more! The first 100 children will get a free “Something’s Fishy” t-shirt designed by Graham Guthrie age 9 of Emerald Isle’s Summer Day Camp Program! Stop by the information booth to pick up your t-shirt and an event map. Please note 100 t-shirts will be given away to the first 100 children. Print Poster! Witness the handling skills of the basketball sensation Dexter “Loveboat” Williams at 10am, see and feel the live creatures in the Touch Tank provided by NC Aquarium at PKS, shake hands with Fat Cat and Ronald McDonald and take a tour of the Sensory Safari. Isabel the Clown and her floppy-eared friend will be visiting with children throughout the day creating smiles and painting faces. Other activities include music by DJ Mack, free inflatable rides, static displays, educational booths, Dance Dance Revolution, big wheel races, kickball, fossil dig and free refreshments while supplies last. Friends of the Library will be hosting a paperback exchange. You can turn in your books at the Western Carteret Library or simply bring your books with you to the event. Books will be exchanged on a one for one basis. Day4Kids will be held Saturday, September 18th from 10am to 2pm at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Center, 7500 Emerald Drive in Emerald Isle. Rain or Shine. Call for details 252.354.6350 or email Laura Lee Davis at ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org. vendor application/agreement Sponsorship Form! ~ Make a memory. Share a day. Spend meaningful time with children. Special thanks to our generous sponsors, September 25, 2010 11am to 1pm United 4 Prevention, Celebrating Recovery Law Enforcement vs. High School Youth in a kickball game at Swinson Park in Morehead City on Saturday, September 25th from 11am to 1pm. Everyone is invited to come out and support the teams. Following the game FREE hot dogs, chips and drinks, will be provided. Information on addiction prevention and recovery resources in Carteret County will also be available. Don’t forget your lawn chair! For more information, contact Andrea Boyd at 252.222.7778. Print Flyer! September 17 - September 26, 2010 4th Annual Flounder Surf Fishing Tournament Free registration (August 17-September 15) and excellent prizes! All flounder must be caught by fishing on foot (surf, pier, inlet, sound) from Fort Macon to Emerald Isle. Sponsored by Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation and The Reel Outdoors. Contact 252-354-6350. Print Rules! Print Registration! September 25, 2010 10am to 12pm Pet First Aid & CPR Learn the basics of caring for your pet and keeping them safe. Training will address first aid and CPR techniques as well as recognizing symptoms of illness, recommended vaccinations and more. Participants will earn a certificate of completion. Maximum class size is 10 with a mandatory minimum of 6 participants. Class fee is $20 per student; students should be at least 12 years of age. Goodie bags will be distributed to each participant. Certification class takes place at the EMS building, 7604 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle on Saturday, September 25th beginning at 10am. You must pre-register and prepay for this class. Call Laura Lee Davis at 252.354.6350 or ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org to register. September 25 8am - 1pm Hazardous Household Waste and Electronics The Household Hazardous Waste/Electronics Recycling Event for Carteret County has been set for Saturday, September 25 from 8am – 1 pm. They will be set up in the parking lot of the Carteret County Health Department. Visit the Coastal Management Solid Waste Regional Authority website for more info at http://www.coastalenvironmentalpartnership.com/hazardous-waste.html Print Flyer! October 1, 2010 9am to 11am Flu Shots Flu shots will be offered at Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation, 7500 Emerald Drive on Friday, October 1st from 9am to 11am in the gymnasium. Flu shots will be administered by the Cape Carteret Walgreen’s pharmacist and staff. The flu vaccine is available for $29.99, zero copay for Medicare Part B, Tricare, Cigna (national), United Healthcare and Blue Cross/ Blue Shield of North Carolina recipients. For more information on payment or specific questions regarding the flu vaccination contact Walgreen’s Pharmacy in Cape Carteret at 252.393.2031. Print FAQ Flyer! October 4, 2010 6pm Dr. Bogus Free Surf Fishing Seminar In conjunction with the Gordie McAdams Speckled Trout Surf Fishing Tournament, Dr. Bogus will be offering a free seminar. Learn about speckled trout surf fishing from one of the area’s most renowned experts. At the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Department Community Center. For more information contact 252.354.6350. October 8, 2010 7:00pm Friday Free Flicks Movies are family oriented. Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink for $1.00. Please bring chairs and or blankets, no outside beverages or snacks. Call 252.354.6350 for movie title one week prior to showing. October 16, 2010 10am - 1pm Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops with Linda Phelps will take place at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. Pre-registration is required, ages 12 and up. Fee is $5 with additional packages available. Use of tools and snack included. Fees payable at workshop. You may call Linda Phelps at 910.326.6164 or email rphelps@ec.rr.com October 16, 2010 7th Annual Emerald Isle Triathlon 8am-Eastern Ocean Regional Access The Emerald Isle Business Association and Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Department proudly presents the 7th Annual Emerald Isle Triathlon; to be held Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 8am in Emerald Isle, NC. This is a sprint race and includes a 750 meter swim in the Atlantic Ocean, followed by a 19.3k out and back bike along highway 58 and will conclude with a 5k out and back run along Ocean Drive. The race transition area for all phases is the Eastern Regional Ocean Access (2701 Emerald Drive). There is only one team category; teams must have 3 members, one for each leg of the race. Packet pick up will be held Friday, October 16 from 4-7pm at the Emerald Isle Community Center (7500 Emerald Drive); and at the race site on race day from 6-7am. There will be awards for the top three male and top three female finishers, plus the top three finishers in each age division; 16-U, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 and over). The entry fees are $45 for USAT members, $55 for non members, and $100 for teams. Register up until October 13. Note: There will be no race day registration. Registration can be completed at active.com. There will be a mandatory pre-race meeting at 7am on race day in the transition area. All racers must attend this meeting or forfeit participation. Proceeds from the race benefit Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation and Emerald Isle Business Association scholarship foundation. Please contact 252.354.6350 with any questions or concerns at Emerald Isle Parks at Recreation (7500 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594) Link to registration: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1854569 October 23, 2010 - December 4, 2010 8th Annual Gordie McAdams Speckled Trout Surf Fishing Tournament Free registration (September 1-October 21) and excellent prizes! All trout must be caught by fishing on foot (surf, pier, inlet, sound) from Fort Macon to Emerald Isle. Sponsored by Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation and The Reel Outdoors. Contact 252-354-6350. October 29, 2010 6:00-8:00 pm Halloween Carnival Fun for the whole family includes creating a glow in the dark mural, face painting, liver toss, hanging donut eating contest, ID kits by the EI Police Dept., and more! Admission fee is two bags of candy per child. Sponsored by Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Department at 7500 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle. Please call 252-354-6350. Print Carnival Flyer! Print Halloween Safety Tips! November 12, 2010 7:00pm Friday Free Flicks Movies are family oriented. Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink for $1.00. Please bring chairs and or blankets, no outside beverages or snacks. Call 252.354.6350 for movie title one week prior to showing. November 20, 2010 10am - 1pm Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops with Linda Phelps will take place at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. Pre-registration is required, ages 12 and up. Fee is $5 with additional packages available. Use of tools and snack included. Fees payable at workshop. You may call Linda Phelps at 910.326.6164 or email rphelps@ec.rr.com November 27, 2009 3pm Emerald Isle Christmas Parade Emerald Isle Christmas Parade sponsored by the Emerald Isle Business Association and the Town of Emerald Isle will take place on Saturday, November 27th beginning at 3pm on Hwy 58, Emerald Drive. Parade route . Important note to all entrants: There will be only ONE Santa Claus in the parade and he will be riding in a float at the end. All other Santa’s will be sent back to the North Pole! Also, please join us after the parade for the official Christmas Tree Lighting at Merchant’s Park! Enjoy free refreshments, as well as a holiday caroling sing-a-long as Santa Claus visits with the children. To enter, contact Diane Schools at 252.354.2916. November 30, December 1 & 2, 2010 12-7pm Photos with Santa On November 30th, December 1st & 2nd, Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation will host a very special visitor; jolly Ol’ St. Nicholas at his “authentic beach shack”. On November 30th and December 1st professional photographer Jeff Pennell of Jeff Pennell’s Photography, Inc. will capture the smiles of your child or grandchild. December 2nd will be dedicated to photographs of your four legged, fur-children with the charming man in red. The sitting fee for each of your pint-sized loved ones is just 5 cans of non-perishable food or a 5lb. bag of dog or cat food, additional donations are welcome. Your professional photographs will be available for purchase online at www.jeffpennell.com from December 4th to December 11th. The basic package starts at $29.95. Santa Claus will be at his beach shack from 12-7 each day, but is available by appointment only. Sitting times can be reserved by contacting Laura Lee Davis at Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation. Please call Laura Lee at 252.354.6350 or email at ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org to schedule your child or fur-child’s professional photographs with Santa. Visit Santa’s website at www.cliffkringle.com . December 10, 2010 7:00pm Friday Free Flicks Movies are family oriented. Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink for $1.00. Please bring chairs and or blankets, no outside beverages or snacks. Call 252.354.6350 for movie title one week prior to showing. December 11, 2010 10:00am Breakfast with Santa Children of all ages join Santa for a Christmas story and enjoy breakfast before his arrival. Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation, 7500 Emerald Drive. Admission fee is one unwrapped gift per child or 5 canned goods per child. You MUST pre-register by Friday, December 10th at 5pm to attend. Reservations will be accepted beginning November 1st. Sponsored by Hardee’s of Cape Carteret, McDonald’s of Cape Carteret, and Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. Contact Laura Lee Davis at 252-354-6350 or ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org. December 18, 2010 10am - 1pm Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops with Linda Phelps will take place at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. Pre-registration is required, ages 12 and up. Fee is $5 with additional packages available. Use of tools and snack included. Fees payable at workshop. 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