Upcoming Events!

-November 10th: Swansboro by Candlelight 5-9 PM
This annual event luminates the streets of Historic Downtown Swansboro "The Friendly City By The Sea" into a beautiful warm glow as area merchants deck their halls with ribbons and bows. Refreshments & cider will be offered at all the unique shops for customers to savor. A great evening to come out and enjoy dinner at one of the wonderful waterfront restaurants and get yourself into the holiday spirit!
-November 10th: Holiday Craft Fair and Car Show 9 AM-4 PM
A portion of the proceeds benefit the Shriners and the American Legion Auxiliary. Free to attend. The Coastal Carolina Artists & Crafters Guild will host the Holiday Craft Fair & Car Show at the American Legion Bldg (Onslow Fair Grounds). You will find handcrafted items and unusual gifts for those hard-to-shop-for people on your list. Stop by the Gift wrapping station, and Kids shopping area where they can purchase items for Mom & Dad. Santa will be there - so get your Wish list ready. The Scavenger Hunt will have patrons stopping at every booth and a car show makes this a day of fun. Everything available to make your Holiday shopping list complete.
-November 12th: Military Appreciate Balloon Release 12 PM
Military Appreciation Balloon Release from the parking lot of Omega World Travel, located at 325 White Street, Jacksonville NC. Special presentation from local high school and door prizes. Refreshments on site. Contact Melanie Smith for more details (910) 455-9077. Come join us in showing support for those who serve!
-November 13th: Real Colors/Real Stress 8:30 AM-12 PM
This two-day course helps the participants gain personal insight on how stress impacts the individual personality temperaments and how to reduce stress for your unique lifestyle. Sessions include: Identifying stressors; impacts of change and stress; healthy coping ideas; improving interactions with others. Evidence based curriculum. FREE & Confidential. Open to active duty, family members, retirees, and DoD civilians. Childcare may be available upon request. Register online at www.mccsnr.com
-November 13th and 14th: L.I.N.K.S for Spouses 9 AM-1 PM
Looking for something new and different? Come and learn about the military way of life! This event is a two day workshop. Free and open to any and all spouses of our military branches. For more information, call 449-4676/5343.
-November 17th: Holiday Parade 9:45 AM
Come join us and celebrate together the 57th Annual Holiday Parade “A Coastal Holiday”.  The Holiday Parade will take place Saturday, November 17th. It will begin at 9:45am at Coastal Carolina Community College and continue down Western Boulevard to Brynn Marr Shopping Center. For more information contact Alejandra Hawks (910) 347-3141 ext 235. Hope to see you there!
-November 17th: Family Fun Run 9 AM-10 AM
Come run, walk or roll (bikes or strollers welcome) with us! Themed-attire encouraged, but not required. We will track time and distance run for each participant; a printout of you progress will be provided at the end of the year. Plus you’ll earn a FREE t-shirt on your 4th run as a Frequent Runner Bonus!
-November 23rd: Swansboro Christmas Flotilla 5 PM-9 PM
We bring in the season with lighting up the waterway with bright lite decorated boats. Indiviuals really show the Christmas spirit by registering their boats in the competion... what a beautiful site...you don't want to miss it...
-November 29th: Starting a Small Business 1 PM-4:30 PM
Ever dreamed of starting your own business? Don't let your dreams fade away. Local expert will lead you down the right path. This is a 1 day awareness workshop designed to give an overview of starting a business as well as an introduction to business planning.
Topics include: Factors to consider, Permits and Licenses, Developing a business plan, tax information, financing sources, where to get assistance, advantages/disadvantages of owning a business. Call (910) 449-4914 for more info.
-November 29th: Investment Basics 1 PM-4:30 PM
An interactive workshop designed to help individuals understand the process involved in savings and investment planning. Participants will explore how to develop and maintain realistic savings and investment goals. TSP rules, regulations, and benefits will also be covered. All ID cardholders can register for this free workshop, please call 910-451-9297.