June Events New Hanover County
Fundraiser: Bourbon & Barbeque Tasting
June 5th from 4-7pm
Poplar Grove Plantation
Admission: $35
The Bourbon & Barbecue Tasting at Poplar Grove Plantation in Wilmington features samples of southeastern North Carolina barbecue and booze, plus live music. Proceeds benefit the Animal Sanctuary at Poplar Grove.
Family Night
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
June 14th at 6:30pm
Tuesday Night Family Night at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk features games, a bounce house, raffles, and live entertainment by Lynne and DJ Wave.
Sand Sculpting for Beginners
June 18th at 10:30am
Wrightsville Beach Access #4
Create wonderful memories with this short sand sculpting session. You will learn the three ways to pack sand for carving, basics of carving, and how to add details such as doors, windows, arches, and stairs to your sculpture. Your instructor will provide hands-on learning and your own tools to work with. You even get to keep your starter kit of tools to use after the lesson is over! You will learn how to build a better sandcastle — or anything else — and have more fun on the beach for years to come. Pre-register here: http://cfcc.edu/ce/schedule-of-classes/
Father’s Day at the Aquarium
June 19th from 9-5pm
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher celebrates Father’s Day with free admission for Dads all day. Families can also treat Dad to a catered Father’s Day Barbecue (11:30am to 1pm; $5-$24). Call to preregister for the BBQ at 910.458.8257