Upcoming events in May

Check out these entertaining events posted for the Wilmington, NC area and Little River, SC.

4th Annual Cape Fear Comedy Festival
When:
May 1, 2013 to May 4, 2013
Location:
Various Venues
Around Town
Wilmington, NC 28401

Admission:
$12.00
Description:
The 4th Annual Cape Fear Comedy Festival features 33 shows, 64 national comedians, and occurs at fiour Wilmington, NC, venues: Nutt St Comedy Room, The Soapbox, Front Street Brewery, and TheatreNOW. Headlining the festival are Sean Patton and Jordan Brady. Four-day passes can be purchased online for $40.
More Info:
Phone: (910) 251-7881

2nd Annual Pleasure Island Bluegrass By The River


When:
May 4, 2013
11:30 AM
Location:
Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area
118 Riverfront Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Admission:
$10.00 to $15.00
Description:
The 2nd Annual Pleasure Island Bluegrass By The River in Kure Beach, NC features a variety of bluegrass music, plus KidZone; clogging, music and wash-tub bass workshops; open jam (pickers of all kinds welcome; please provide your own instruments). Please note: No coolers, pets, or refunds. Children 12 and under admitted free.
More Info:
Phone: (910) 458-8434

Calling all Birders!!

Bird Hike
When:
May 8, 2013
8:00 AM
Location:
Airlie Gardens
300 Airlie Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
Website: http://www.airliegardens.org/

Admission:
$3.00 to $5.00
Description:
Bird Hikes at Airlie Gardens in Wilmington NC leave from the Garden Services Center, and feature Environmental Educators from the Gardens and Jill Peleuses from Wild Bird & Garden.
More Info:
Phone: (910) 798-7700
Email: airlieinfo@nhcgov.com

Can't miss event just minutes from The Sunset Inn!
Little River, South Carolina
The Little Town with Big Festivals

32nd Annual Blue Crab Festival

Saturday May 18th, 2013
& Sunday May 19th, 2013
in Little River, South Carolina!

Hours
Saturday 9 am – 6 pm
Sunday 9 am – 6 pm

Advanced Ticket Sales Available at:
Little River Chamber of Commerce
North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce
First Bank - Little River

Price:
1 Day Advance Ticket = $3.00
2 Day Advance Ticket = $5.00
General Gate Admission = $5.00 per day
Great weekend event with live music, art & craft vendors, and great food! Several food vendors will have blue crabs for you.

Sunset Beach Summer Concert Series

It is getting close to that time of year to celebrate summer with all of us here at Sunset Beach. Come enjoy the free live music and dance the night away or sit back, relax, and soak up some sun while bopping to the music. The Sunset Beach Free Concert Series is held between Memorial Day and Labor Day at the Village Park at Seaside Village. (Look for the gazebo in the small park across from Fibber’s Restaurant on the mainland).


The Free Concerts are held 6:30-8:30 each Wednesday (weather permitting). – bring your beach chair and enjoy!


So don’t forget – if Wednesday is a bad night for you, or your group just wants more free music there is also the Friday night concerts on Ocean Isle during the summer! This is at the Coastal Carolina Museum, and starts at 6:30 as well.


This gives you even more reasons to come check out Sunset Beach, NC and we would love to have you as our guests here at The Sunset Inn. Don't miss out on some great entertainment and a beautiful beach town. See you soon!


Sunset Beach Concert Series Lineup:


May 29, 2013- Fat Jack Band
June 5, 2013- Parrot Party
June 12, 2013- Homemade Jam
June 19, 2013- Carolina Breakers
June 26, 2013- The Ginger Thompson Band
July 3, 2013- CC Martin
July 10, 2013- The Mark Roberts Band
July 17, 2013- Marsha Morgan Band
July 24, 2013- Jim Quick & The Coastline Band
July 31, 2013- Coco Loco
August 7, 2013- Rodney Dane
August 14, 2013- The Craig Woolard Band
August 21, 2013- Hip Pocket
August 28, 2013- The Fantastic Shakers
September 4, 2013- Fat Jack Band

La Belle Amie Vineyard Festival

A great place to visit while vacationing at The Sunset Inn


La Belle Amie Vineyard


April Music Fest
Saturday, April 20, 2013 Noon - 5 pm
Little River, SC


Enjoy an afternoon of live music from two talented bands. Plus, sample the many wine varieties of La Belle Amie, try our flavorful wine slushies, and enjoy the beauty of the vineyard. The owner will give a vineyard tour (2:30). Or, browse our great gift shop. It doesn’t get any nicer than this. Come share it with us!

MUSIC (12:00 – 5:00pm) BY: The Mike McCoy Band, and The Necessary Experience

ADMISSION: $8/person. (under 18 or over 80 admitted free) Bring two canned/dry good items for area food banks and receive $3 off admission. Club Members Free.
Food Available From: Smokin’ Pitt BBQ, and Hunts Lexington Style Cooking


BEVERAGES (Water, Soda, Beer, & Wine) Available From: La Belle Amie Vineyard


SORRY, ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD, BEVERAGES OR PETS ALLOWED INTO THIS EVENT
Remember, bring a lawn chair, a good friend or two, and enjoy the company, the music, the wine, and the beauty of the vineyard.
843/399-WINE (9463) www.LaBelleAmie.com


SPONSORED BY: Anderson Bros. Bank, and EASY Radio 105.9FM
VINEYARD LOCATION: Hwy 90 & St. Joseph Road (just west of the NMB Middle School.)
GPS ADDRESS: 1120 St. Joseph Road, Little River, SC
REGULAR SHOP HOURS: Monday – Saturday 10am-6pm.

Sunset Beach celebrates 50th Anniversary!

Sunset Beach is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year. To most it seems like just yesterday Mr. Mannon Gore was setting his sights on the little island that could. This south facing beach was once just an over abundance of sand and waterways that could only be reached by boat. Today it is a place where over 3,400 hundred people call home. If those Live Oak trees could talk they would have some interesting tales.

When discussing the history of Sunset Beach some may go directly to the names associated with the island like the Gore, Frink, Stanaland, & the Holden families, while others would talk more about the setting itself. You can’t visit here without hearing about our old pontoon swing bridge that opened on the hour to let the boats travel through, or how it took a 40 year battle to build a new two lane high-rise bridge. The Sunset Beach Swing Bridge was a big part of the island’s charm, but the new bridge still leads you to one of the prettiest beaches on the East Coast! Sunset Beach residents would also bring up Bird Island, our 1,200 acre nature preserve and the kindred spirit mailbox. The mailbox contains messages, journals, and poems from all who visit there.


Sunset Beach has blossomed over the past 50 years and yet it’s still a quaint, charming, and fun in the sun beach that was named appropriately by Mr. Gore. The rainbow-colored sunsets are like scenes from childhood fairy tales. If you want to celebrate the 50 year Anniversary come join the town May 18th for the Beach Party at the Sunset Beach Gazebo. Tickets will be on sale April 15th via Sunset Beach Town Hall. We hope to see you at the Inn and on the beach!

Discover Spring in Sunset Beach

Did you know that Sunset Beach, N.C. has multiple personalities? It is a beautiful, quaint, and tranquil oasis that is perfect for one who just wants to kick back, relax, and soak up some sun. But are you aware that Sunset Beach is just minutes from Highway 17 South that transports you to North Myrtle Beach, S.C. and the heart of Myrtle Beach? That is why it is also perfect for those who love the beach, but want a little more variety and excitement.



Sunset Beach springs to life in March and April and our average temperature is in the low to mid 60’s. For our solitary folks, you can walk the beach and visit Bird Island and the Kindred Spirit mailbox, or rent a bike and take in everything the Island has to offer. For our on the go folks, you have got the beach, but there are also plenty of local festivals and events to keep you hopping! La Belle Amie Vineyard located in North Myrtle Beach is hosting Remember When Oldies Festival on March 23rd. It is a perfect venue for guests who love live music, great food, wine tastings, and more. They will also be holding the Blues & Jazz Festival on April 6th and their April Music Festival on April 20th. The 6th annual Taste of the Coast at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach will also be taking place on Saturday March 23rd. They have over 20 local restaurants showcasing their cuisine so you can taste test to your heart’s content. They will have live music and games for all to enjoy.


Here in Sunset Beach, N.C. you can do as little or as much as you want. The Sunset Inn is located on the island and overlooks the Salt Water Marsh and Intracoastal Waterway. No matter what your plans are we provide a home away from home. We have 14 rooms each with one king sized bed and private screened porches and we cater to couples and friend getaways. So what are you waiting for? Come visit Sunset Beach, N.C. and discover all of its personalities.