The Snow's Cut E-news (10/30/08)
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In this E-dition:      
- A new fish hatchery is releasing thousands of flounder
- Petsmart out - Hibachi Grill in
- Carolina Beach RE/MAX office closing
- Coffee with the candidates at the Harbor Masters
- The 2008 Holiday Walk - save the date November 23
- The November edition of SCM
- This weekend on the peninsula
       
**We hope you like the Snow's Cut Update. We'll tell you something you don't know, give you some ideas for the weekend and show you some cool links.
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The "Flat Bottom Girls" Flounder Tournament
 A few weeks ago I traveled offshore with Captain Tim Barefoot to witness a man-made reef being created. Tim is dedicated to making sure that my grandchildren have fish to catch and the reef is part of the solution.
  
Another part of the solution is to actively re-stock fish and it's being done with success. Fish for Tomorrow has teamed up with UNCW and South Brunswick High School to start a flounder hatchery. It started just last year and they've already released thousands of flounder into the water.
           
These pictures are of the hatchery at South Brunswick High. The bunch of scientist-looking dudes on your right are actually just talking about football.
 
As you read this baby flounder are growing inside aquatanks at South Brunswick High School in Southport. Don't just take my word for it, check out the website to see a video of them releasing flounder into the wild: http://www.fishfortomorrow.org/videos
  
Now that you've watched the video, you know what I was referring to when I mentioned "flounder with black spots"
 
To raise money, awareness and capture live flounder for breeding, Fish for Tomorrow will host the 4th Annual Flat Bottom Girls Flounder Tournament this weekend. It costs just $125 to enter a boat. For more information contact Tim Barefoot at (910) 617-7637
  
The Myrtle Grove Shopping Center is evolving
The Star-News reports that Petsmart will not be opening after all, but a Hibachi Grill will. Oh well, I guess I like Japanese BBQ better than dog biscuits anyway. Star News Article
 
The local RE/MAX office will close
The Star-News also reports that the Carolina Beach RE/MAX office will be closing. I can't confirm this, I'm only passing along an article I read.
 
Coffee with the candidates at the Harbor Masters
The Big Talker FM 106.5 will broadcast live from the Harbor Masters restaurant tomorrow morning from 6-10am. Stop in to schmooze with the candidates, have some breakfast and be a part of the live broadcast.
  
  
Save the date - November 23 - Holiday Walk
I know that you want to support your local merchants this holiday season (you do right?), and November 23rd is the day to start.
 
The 4th Annual Holiday Walk kicks off the shopping season on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Come to Carolina Beach and visit participating merchants and restaurants for a day of special sales, treats and fun events. The stores will be decked out for the holidays and happy to see you.
 
Check the November edition of SCM for details and a complete list of participants. It will be out later today.
 
The November edition of Snow's Cut Monthly  
Our latest masterpiec arrives late this afternoon. Stop by our office to pick on up or just look in your normal spot sometime tomorrow.
This month we concentrate on the world's most important body of water - Snow's Cut. You'll never believe how much it has changed the Cape Fear River or what it's doing to Snow's Cut Park. We also solve the riddle of summer 2008, take you back in time to the Revolutionary War and introduce you to a Kure Beach resident that you'll be hearing alot more about soon. 

Happy reading.  
  
This weekend on the Cape Fear Peninsula
Check out the SCM event calendar we've recently re-vamped it to be a great source of information. And remember to check out our entertainment calendar in the magazine (page 41 this month). We even list the drink and menu specials at your favorite places. You'll always know where to go.
  
Tonight, Oct 30 –  The Black Horn presents Carry B. (from Two Chord Cracka) and selected guests. He'll play solo tunes and also have some friends jam with him.
 
Eat Alaskan Crab legs at the Shuckin' Shack (plus $2 bottles of beer)
 
2 Wine Guys hosts a free wine tasting every Thursday from 6-8pm - This week John from Turner Wine Imports will appear and introduce you to some Australian wines.
Michael's has 1/2 price appetizers all night, plus drink specials.
 
Friday, Oct 31 - Divine Wines' weekly free wine tasting will focus on "Very Scary" wines. I don't know what that means, but I doubt that Ernie will be serving Ripple or Cisco. 4-7pm.
You can call Ernie anytime at 791-1251 for a little advice. Did you know that you can purchase wine from Divine Wines online? It's true.

2 Wine Guys - They'll be having a costume party with prizes and drink specials. Also you can catch the sounds of Lynne and Dave Denne - a couple of locals who make great music. (Anyone dressed as Carolina Beach Mayor Joel Macon automatically wins first prize.)
The Black Horn - Halloween Bash with Daniel Parrish playing from 10pm-close. Featuring Halloeen punch, a $250 prize for best ostume and hourly prizes of $50 for best theme costumes.
The Dive - Their Halloween costume party will feature drink specials, door prizes and a $100 prize for the best costume
Shuckin' Shack - Rebel against the costume party. The Shuckin' Shack will be a haven for those who DO NOT want to wear a costume. Owner Matt Piccinin is quick to add "If you want to stop in while wearing a costume, you're more than welcome. I'll even brew up some fun Halloween drinks."
The Last Resort - TBA from 9-12pm.
Bingo night at Michael's. Play to win great prizes.
 
Saturday, Nov 1 – Open house at Fabulous Finds from 11-2pm. They'll be featuring autographed Mercat watercolors by Crystal. There will also be snacks and a drawing for a gift certificate. Tell Cindy that Mike said "Hi."
 
The Ocean Grill - The "OG" Bids farewell to the Tiki Bar with one last party. An old-school blues band, Ten Dollar Thrill, plays from 3-6pm. This is your last chance to enjoy the Tiki Bar. See you next year.
 
The Last Resort - TBA acoustic rock from 9-12pm. 
2 Wine Guys - Dave Schreider on guitar from 8-10pm. 
The Black Horn - Two bands for the price of one! Sy Collins opens up and Steel Standing finishes. The music plays from 9pm-close
  
Sunday, Nov 2 – 
2 Wine Guys - Open mic night from 9-12pm. 

Michael's has 1/2 price appetizers all weekend plus pizza, beer and drink specials for the football crazed.
 
Whatever you do, don't say anything bad about Joe Paterno or the Nittany Lions. Michael's a great guy, but he might have to ban you for life for such blasphemy.
  
Thanks to everyone for reading the newsletter. I'll talk to you soon.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
The Lime and the Coconut will close in January

I hate to bring you this news, but it's true.
Click the picture above to read a review about the funkiest store in New Hanover County.
Owner Carole Taylor will close the shop soon after the new year. In the meantime, you can get some great deals on linens, bath supplies, funky furnishings and more.
 
She'll be liquidating her stock, so get in while the best is still there.