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story by meredith bland | pile of babies blog

once a year, since my twins were three-years-old, I have flown across the coun-try with them by myself to visit their grandmother in North Carolina. That

first year I decided to make this trip on my own, I did it as a thrill-seeking, death-defying dare to my-self. As a stay at home mom in her mid-30s, I don’t get to test fate/my luck/the cruelty or mercy of the universe very often — traveling by myself with two small children is as dangerous as it gets around here.

Four years into it (and eight cross-country trips), I have learned that when it comes to traveling with small children you can try all you want but you will never be fully prepared.

I know. It’s a total downer.Here are a few examples of how I

have come close to having some per-fect flights with my kids but failed in the end. Because when a parent has a perfect flight with a child, they, much like Icarus, have flown too close to the sun. They are doomed to fall to earth in a storm of screams and rainbow-colored Goldfish.

The first time I did the big trip by myself with the kids was when they were three. I was so nervous before we took off that my left leg kept bouncing up and down, and all I could do was look at it because I could not make it stop. Well, much to my amaze-ment that trip was easy as pie. All I had to do was plug in their earphones, put in the Dora the Explorer DVD, and they were good to go. That trip down was so easy that I got kind of cocky before the return trip. I thought, “This is a breeze! What was I wor-ried about?” And the universe said, “Oh, do you not know? Here, let me give you a taste right at the end.” Yes, it wasn’t till the very end when we landed in Seattle that my kids started screaming. SCREAMING. Screaming about things they wanted from their suit-cases which were, as I tried to explain, underneath us inside the plane and not accessible by Mommy.

Didn’t care. They. Did. Not. Care.The whole time getting to the gate, parking at the

gate, and waiting to get off the plane (did I men-tion that we were in row 35?) they screamed. It was the kind of inconsolable crying that was so over the top, that all I could do was become completely calm. There was no hope of saving myself, so I had to surrender. I just sat there in the middle of two screaming toddlers with my head back against the

headrest mumbling, “Shhhhh. It’s okay. Or it’s not. Whatever. Doesn’t matter.”

When they were five we had flawless flights, but it was the layovers that were the problem. No matter how many times I pleaded with them to put on their patience pants, these kids were not down with waiting. At all. For any amount of time. There were children ly-ing on the ground in the airport moan-ing and thrashing around in what they claimed was boredom. I suggested that

we trade places because I had some emotions to let out and they certainly wouldn’t be bored watching me, but they dismissed that out of hand.

Waiting to get off the plane was also an ordeal, since we were always in one of the last rows. I pointed to all of the people in front of us who had to get off the plane first and how we had no choice but to wait like every-one else. I talked about futility, ridding oneself of hope and how the acceptance of pain and disappointment were important life skills. Unfortunately for me and the people around us, my children were unflaggingly optimistic about their chances of getting off the plane before the other 35 rows.

That was a long trip.This year’s trip took place in April, during the kids’

Spring Break. I thought maybe this year would be better than ever because they are six now, and more responsive to reason and/or threats. And you know what? The trip was practically perfect — it was as though the universe decided to spot me one. The kids

“When it comes to traveling with small children, you can try all you want but

you will never be fully prepared.”-meredith bland

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watched their movies, ate their snacks, wrote in their activity books and were remarkably patient.

However, because we are talking about me here, there were a couple of stressful moments. The first was when the pilot came on the overhead when we were getting ready to land in Raleigh-Durham with the following announcement:

“Uh, hello ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain. We’ve got a little bit of weather coming into Raleigh-Dur-ham, uhhhhh, the winds right now are at the absolute maxi-mum that we are allowed to land in. If we go one more mile an hour higher we are going to have to divert to Charlotte. But uhhhhh, so far we’re just within the limits so we’re going to proceed as planned, but if anything changes we’ll let you know.”

I’m all for transparancy, but I didn’t need to know this. I don’t want to know that we are right on the edge of being blown off the runway. If we land smoothly, then all is well. If we crash, let that be a surprise. I’d rather be kept in the dark about the struggle for survival going on up there in the cockpit.

Luckily though, we made it and had a great landing, and I didn’t have to figure out how to get the kids from Charlotte to Raleigh-Durham at 6:00pm.

The other minor hiccup was when one of my children suddenly decided, as we were landing in Seattle — and I mean the wheels were down and we were hurtling toward the earth — that they needed to go to the bathroom, they had to do it now, and they had to do it on the plane because they refused to go to the bathroom in the airport. Why? Who knows. Crazy had entered the building and it brought an overnight bag.

There was much whining and crossing of legs until we got to the gate. Then we rushed to the front of the plane, waited for the co-pilot to finish taking a leak, and jumped into the bathroom. Everyone was thrilled that we made it.

You can never be fully prepared for traveling with kids, because they are insane. It’s like trying to teach a crazy per-son how to do taxes: “I don’t like red!” “Birds scare me!” “I don’t want pants!” It’s impossible to get anything done. But every time I get to my destination, I feel so proud of myself. It’s like the first time I took the kids out by myself to run er-rands when they were newborns: it’s conquering a huge fear, knowing that the worst may easily happen but knowing that I’ll be able to handle it no matter what.

I just need to pack wet wipes and a sense of humor. And my ability to surrender all hope and accept the darkness as it comes to claim the coach section of my flight.

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With summer just around the corner it’s time to start thinking about get-ting your kids ready for swimming season. In addition to a fun new

pair of swim trunks or polka dot bathing suit, you may want to consider enrolling your child in swim lessons. According to Kelleen Walusz, as-sistant director of aquatics at Marine Corps Com-munity Services aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, kids as young as 6-months can benefit from swimming lessons. Here’s why:encourages safety: According to

redcross.org, each year, almost 50 children un-der the age of 15 drown. Introducing children to the water in a safe and positive environ-ment is important. Pools, as opposed to larger bodies of water, are the best place to work on swimming skills and boost water confidence. No matter what age your child is, making them comfortable and well adjusted is extremely important,” said WaluszBuiLds confidence. Helping your child

learn and master new skills is great for their con-

fidence and self-esteem. “Swim lessons are taught in stages, so with each round a child learns new skills and then graduates to the next level,” said Walusz.promotes physicaL activity: “Les-

sons aren’t competitive and their purpose isn’t to turn your child into the next Michael Phelps,” said Walusz. But who knows? Swim lessons could spur a love of swimming in your child and open up opportunities to remain active as a competitive swimmer. It’s a healthy activity that will encour-age a healthy lifestyle.

Walusz suggests enrolling in parent-child lessons before registering for individual sessions. “Making sure your child is comfortable and well adjusted to the water is extremely important,” said Walusz. Lessons start with basics like floating to get chil-dren used to the water. Spending time in the water during lessons also helps many children become more comfortable with their surroundings.

Swimming classes are offered aboard Camp Lejeune, to all authorized patrons. For more information visit www.mccslejeune.com/ pools or call 449-9616.

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Surviving twins

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after 9 months of waiting and antici-pating, picking out names and deco-rating nurseries, parents anxiously prepare for their new baby to arrive.

If you are expecting twins or triplets chances are you are also wondering how you are go-ing to juggle the needs of your family. There are some useful tips to help everything run smoothly.

Get organized, order helps everything func-tion easily. Parents shouldn’t be afraid to make feeding charts and budgets can help with daily expenses.

Feeding two babies at the same time can be a challenge for anyone. While breast feeding has steadily become popular, with twins it might be helpful to switch between formula and breast milk as this leaves room for others to step in to give the mother some relief.

Getting used to the idea of feeding two babies is a big transition, but what about tell-ing whos who. With identical twins it can be confusing. Don’t be embarrassed if you can’t

differentiate between them at first. Leave their hospital bracelets on, they will each have their name written on them and will help when you first get them home. Take the time to study each baby; maybe one has a freckle somewhere or a birth mark. Eventually a parent will learn who is who, but don’t be worried if it doesn’t happen right away.

Having multiple babies means more prepa-ration and stocking up on lots of diapers. It means more work needs to be done and it also means double the joy. Parents should not feel bad asking for help. This is where family and programs can step in. The New Parent Support Program aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune provides a Baby Boot Camp for new parents every three months. The program provides numerous classes to help parents with their children up until they are 5 years old.

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How to make Father’s Day more enjoyable for Dad

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Dad gets to be king of his castle at least one day during the year. Come mid-June, children near and far scramble for ideas to treat their

fathers to a special day and award him with gifts for being a role model, provider and confidante. Father’s Day activities should be centered around Dad’s interests. With that in mind, the following are some ideas to honor Dad or another special man in your life.

sports sunDay: If Dad is a sports fan, his idea of spending a fun-filled afternoon very well may be cheering on his favorite players. Whether your father enjoys golf, tennis, base-ball, soccer, or another sport like hunting or fishing, chances are there is a television broad-cast on that you can watch together. Otherwise, you can surprise Dad by purchasing tickets to a sporting event and making a day of it at the ballpark.

Beach Bound: A relaxing day at the beach may be the perfect way to spend Father’s Day. Dad can enjoy the entire family while sitting back in his beach chair and watching the waves roll in. Pack a picnic lunch with his favorite foods and a cold beer, and Dad may just say this was his best celebration yet.adventure seeker: If yours is a father who

enjoys living on the edge, a Father’s Day activity built around action and adventure should be a winner. Take Dad base jumping, rock climbing, scuba diving, or race car driving. Any of these activities is bound to get Dad’s adrenaline pumping.r&r: Dad’s idea of the perfect Father’s Day may be

an afternoon free of obligations and deadlines. A relax-ing day in the yard swimming laps in the pool or hit-ting a few grounders to your waiting baseball mitt may be all the excitement he needs. Toss a few steaks on the grill to give Father’s Day a truly perfect ending.Impromptu party: Some dads like to be the

center of attention. A Father’s Day party thrown in his honor, complete with friends and family, can be an entertaining way to spend the day. If you are worried about interrupting others’ Father’s Day plans, host the gathering on the Saturday before Father’s Day and let Dad be the life of the party. Finger foods, barbecue, a limited list of cocktails and other beverages and some background music are all that you need to host a festive function.

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Statistics from military test sites show a 50 percent increase in job performance (i.e. ruck marches, phys-ical training tests, etc.) and more than an 80 percent decrease in injuries for persons utilizing suspension training compared to those who do not.

A study published in the 2009 issue of the journal “Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise,” reported suspension training can lower acute knee injuries by 54 percent, ankle sprains by 50 percent and ACL injuries by 88 percent.

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Some excellent exercises to try are the traditional single-leg squat, the suspended lunge and the hamstring curl, all powerful exercises that develop strength and stability throughout the hips and lower body. Doing these leg workouts will increase core stability and help target hip stabilizers. If you are looking to work out your hamstrings and glutes these leg exercises will put an intense strain on your entire backside with a concentration on your hamstrings.

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looking for a way to teach your child responsibility? The best lessons can be taught right at home. According to the Center for Parenting Education,

children with a set list of chores have higher self-esteem, are more responsible and are better able to deal with frustration and delay gratification, all of which contribute to greater success in school. Try these tips:Be realisTic: Choose age-appropriate

tasks. Make sure your child understands what’s expected on a daily basis. Start with one new task at a time, assigning too many can overwhelm your youngster. Don’t expect perfection. It’s likely a few mistakes will be made along the way. Dem-onstrate the correct way and practice patience.make iT fun: Chores don’t have to be boring.

Make a game of it. Set a timer to see who can com-plete the task the fastest or use a fun and interactive chore list where children can place stickers for the items completed.

seT a good example: Taking your own responsibilities seriously sets a good example for your children’s watchful eyes. Whether we promote it or not, children always learn by example, accord-ing to healthychildren.org. Keeping your promises or being on time are ways you can lead by example.The Big picTure: The ultimate goal here

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Websites and ap-plications such as Facebook and Twitter have be-

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The world of technology continues to expand making it easier for kids and teens to have access to these popular social media websites. While the idea of kids and teens post-ing on public sites can be scary for many parents, there are a few tips to help:learn about the dif-

ferent social medias: In today’s world children are sur-rounded by the digital world and it has become the normal way of communicating. For parents to be able to discuss with their chil-dren about these websites, they need to fully understand them

themselves. Parents should take the opportunity to learn about the different sites their children will be exposed to. According to the American Academy of Pedi-atrics, they recommend parents show their children they are in-terested. By expressing interest, parents can connect with their children who are more likely to respond to their questions in regards to social media. emphasize that sites

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judgment,” including cyber bulling which can conclude in legal actions. Education about these dangers of posting on the Internet can help kids and teens become more aware before they hit send.parental controls:

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From the moment we are born we begin to leave footprints. Not the toddler sized mud prints on your kitchen floor, but the harmful carbon footprints that we leave on Earth. You

may find this shocking, but babies leave a rather large carbon footprint. Disposable diapers, baby wipes, car seats, swings, strollers and all sorts of other equipment, eventually ends up in a landfill. Chances are your kid will continue to acquire an endless array of tricycles, wagons, clothes and computers. The good news is that even small changes can make a difference. Teaching kids about environmental conservation early, can have

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chemicals, there are some alternatives on the market and in your pantry that can help clean up the biggest kid messes. Cut down on harmful chemicals in the home by eliminating cleaning products with fumes or other toxins. Opt instead for a cleaner with all natural ingredients on the label or make your own. Items like vinegar, lemon juice and baking soda can work wonders on messes.go loCal: Instead of running off to the nearest chain grocery

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the benefits of exercise are well docu-mented. Children that exercise regu-larly are thinner, healthier, and more confident than their less active peers.

Some adults turn to the local Little League when it is time to get their child off the video game couch and into great physical shape. Many parents wonder if organized sports are the best way for children to keep active. Studies find that children that play organized sports reap not only the health advantages of exercise, but may build the character necessary for success and happinessthroughout life.

As parents we teach our children to play well with others, to be a team player. Our kids may already play a sport because their friends are playing. Are we reinforcing the skills that are necessary? Let’s remember that kids spell love with four letters – T-I-M-E. We drive them to practice. T-I-M-E. We watch them practice. T-I-M-E. But are we involved? Secretly,wedream that our progeny is the star of the team- known and admired by all. It is the parent attitude toward sports that counts

the most. According to Coach Deb Bryant, Athletic Director at Lejeune High School for the last eight years, and high school coach for the last twenty five years, the role of parents is very important in the sports experience. “Par-ents need to be a positive influence on their child’s team. Parents should not tell the coach how to coach, any more than the coach should tell them howto parent.” This important advice from a veteran coach should guide us in the early years of our child’s sports career. Coach Bryant also believes, “If a parent disagrees with the coaches’ decision, or choice of play-ers, they should keep itto themselves.” Coach Bryant expects no less from her high school parents. “Here at Lejeune High School sports-manship begins in the stands with the parents and continues onto the field with the athletes.When a program, at any level, is based upon teamwork and leadership, and not winning or losing, then children benefit.”

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A statewide study conducted in 2001(that included 125,000 high school students and 131 schools) showed that students that participated in sports had higher GPA’s, scored higher on their EOC tests, had more fulfilling relationships with both adults and peers, better attendance and higher graduation rates than non-athletes.Student athletes were also less likely to use

drugs, get pregnant, or become involved in de-linquent behavior. But it doesn’t end on gradua-tion day.

The lessons learned on the playing field extend into life. After high school, former student ath-letes are more likely to become involved in com-munity activities, go on to college and graduate, and register to vote. In a recent study by NHSAA it was found that 95% of CEO’s of major corpora-tions played sports as a child. Coach Bryant sees this firsthand. “Athletes form life long bonds with their teammates. They get better grades, have good self-esteem and get much better grades than their peers. They usually come back after they graduate with stories of success.”

It appears that beyond the immediate physi-cal benefits of better health and well-being, chil-dren that are active in sports excel throughout life based on the lesson learned in their youth. These lessons, forged on the field make stron-ger, more confident adults that do not shy from adversity, or run from challenge - they welcome it.These children, who understand how to work on a team with less talented members, who learn that the key to mastery is practice, and that from every defeat there shines a victory they had not foreseen, have the makings of the successful leaders of tomorrow.

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The Robin Red-Breast that is so admired with the deep orange chest and dark brown back is most likely the adult male bird, since the female is a lighter orange color with a dull brown back. The babies often confuse people who find them because when they are little, the robins do not get their orange color until they are fledglings, and their backs are speckled. That is often the way with most birds – the males are brightly colored to attract the females. The young and females are not brightly colored and are just a dull color and will look the same until the baby boy birds grow up to be adults and get their own bright colors. The mother birds are dull looking so that they don’t attract the atten-tion of predators while they sit on their nest and eggs. Many times the female birds are smaller than the males and that also helps you to tell the differ-ence between them.

The vivid blue of a male bluebird cannot be mistak-en, and his lady bird is a softer gray-blue in color, with a very light orange chest. These birds are also speckled when they are young, and don’t get the brilliant blue color until the males are adults. In fact, bluebirds and robins are cousins in the bird world since they are related and are both in the thrush family.

These two birds bring joy to the people who see them. Even though in this part of NC the robins and bluebirds will stay all year long, they are not as easy to see in the winter. That’s why it looks like they are only just appearing when the warm weather begins. The warm weather is the signal to the birds to start declaring their territories by singing, to start build-ing their nests, to start catching the bugs and insects

that come out in warm weather, and of course to start laying eggs.

Both robins and bluebirds have blue eggs and so many people know this that there is even a paint color called Robin’s Egg Blue! But robins and bluebirds build their nests in different places. The bluebird needs a cavity or hole to build their nest, and the robins build their nest on a branch in a tree. Both nests are cup-shaped to hold the eggs, and they line them with whatever they can to make them softer for the babies. If you look at an old nest after the babies have left, you will notice that there may be pieces of ribbon and string, even feathers of other birds, soft grasses, or even moss and hair. You want to make sure you leave the nest alone where you found it because many birds will reuse their nest more than once during the summer. Sometimes other birds will come and use it for their own eggs and babies.

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It’s nice to be able to be a bird watch-er and see these beautiful birds all around your house and lawn all year round, not just in Spring!

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inGredientS4 ears of Fresh Sweet Cornextra light olive oil plus 1 tablespoon, divided1/2 orange Bell pepper, diced small1/2 red Bell pepper, diced small1/4 cup red onion, diced small1/4 cup chopped Fresh Cilantro1 tablespoon chopped pickled jalapeno1 lime, juiced1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt, plus more to taste

direCtionS• Brush the corn with light olive oil. Place on a hot grill until cooked and slightly charred. turn often and watch carefully.• While the corn is cooling; combine the chopped peppers, onion, cilantro, jalap-enos, the juice of an entire lime, cilantro and season with kosher salt. Give it a good toss, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

variationS• If spice isn’t for you, try leaving out the jalapenos.• Also try ungrilled corn.• It can be eaten with tortilla chips, tossed into salads, or piled on top of grilled meats.

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june 5“The Wizard of Oz”8 p.m. at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NCBased on Frank Baum’s enduring novel and the unforgettable 1939 movie, The Wizard of Oz is a spec-tacle to delight the entire family. In a fantastical tale we all know by heart, Dorothy Gale is transported by a tornado from Kansas to the magical land of Oz. Determined to return home, Dorothy sets off down the Yellow Brick Road; befriends the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion; and is menaced by the Wicked Witch of the West. A perfect show for young people and those young at heart, The Wizard of Oz is sure to put a smile on every-one’s face! Admission: $29. For more information or to buy tickets, please visit www.thalianhall.org or call the box office at 910-632-2285. Additional dates: June 6-8, 13-15, 20-22; Sunday shows start at 3 p.m., all others start at 8 p.m.

june 7Pier to Pier Run/Walk, Crab Crawl, and SUP Race8 a.m. at Johnny Mercer’s Pier, 23 E. Salisbury St., Wrightsville Beach, NCEnjoy beautiful views of the ocean at this one-of-a-kind race. Watch or compete in a 3.44 mile race at low tide from Johnny Mercer’s Pier to Crystal Pier and back. For adventurous com-petitors, a new SUP biathlon event is available, or for family-friendly fun, dress up in your best sea creature out-fit and compete in the Crab Crawl, with prizes awarded for the best costume and fastest crawl. For more information, please visit wrightsville-beachfoundation.org/wb-low-tide-run/ or call (800) 650-8921.

Cape Fear BBQ Festival9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Old River Farms, 8711 Old River Rd., Burgaw, NCIf you are looking for a good time and great food, then make plans to come visit the Cape Fear BBQ Festi-val. Music performances will be held each day by great local bands like the Greatly Blest Gospel Band and The Imitations. Entertainment also by Nate Gordon. This festival will feature: Competitive BBQ Cook Off, Arts & Crafts, Live Music, Games and Activities, Antique Truck and

Tractor Show, and Many Flower & Plants for Sale! Admission: $5.00 for car load. For more details, please visit capefearbbqfestival.com. Additional dates: June 8, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

7th Annual Kayak for the Warriors Kayak Race8 a.m. at Garner Park, Pine Knoll ShoresCollection of family events begin-ning at 8 AM at McNeill Park and Garner Park on Oakleaf Dr., Pine Knoll Shores. Culminating at 10 AM in the “signature race,” a 3.2 mile kayak race on Bogue Sound and thru the PKS canals. All funds raised benefit Hope for the Warriors. For information, including race regis-tration fees and a full list of events, please visit k4tw.org/blog or contact Sarah at (252) 247-4353.

Youth Fishing Derby9 to 11 a.m. at the Bogue Inlet Pier, Emerald Isle, NCThis is a free event open to kids, ages 5-12. Pre-registration (limited to 100 youth) is required. Bring your own rod. Bait will be provided (while sup-plies last) or bring your own. Great prizes will be awarded in catego-ries ranging from Most Unique Fish Caught to Largest Fish Caught. For more information or to register call the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center at (252) 354-6350.

june 11Summer Science School: Pre-school Story Time & Crafts9 to 10 a.m. at the NC Maritime Mu-seum in Beaufort, 315 Front Street, Beaufort, NCIncludes a story, estuarine critter observation and a related craft. Reg-istration required and admission is free. To register or for more infor-mation on Summer Science School, please call (252) 728-7317 or visit www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.Additional dates: July 16

june 12NC Symphony Concerts in the Community: Beethoven’s 5th7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Crossing Park, 421 Court Street, Jacksonville NCThis concert is free and open to the public. No ticket is required. This summer, the North Carolina Sym-phony will present 10 free outdoor

concerts in communities across the state to showcase the Symphony’s role as the state orchestra of North Carolina. For more information, please visit www.ncsymphony.org.

june 13Friday Free Flicks: “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2”7 p.m. at Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation, 7500 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NCMovies 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 or blankets. No outside beverages or snacks. For more details call (252) 354-6350 or visit www.emeraldisle-nc.org.

june 14Arts by the Sea10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Downtown SwansboroArts By the Sea, in historic down-town Swansboro is a juried art show held on Saturday, June 14th. Over a hundred vendors line the streets, which are closed to traffic, to show their wares. Glass, Jewelry, Paintings, Pottery, Metal Sculpture, Photography, Woodworking and much more are just some of the art presented at the festival. Free childrens art activities are offered. Local downtown merchants and restaurants open their doors to the thousands of visitors as well. Sup-port our local artists who hail from North Carolina and beyond. Please no pets, bicycles or skateboards. Please contact the Swansboro Festi-val Committee at (910) 326-7370 for more information.

june 20Marine Life Cruise9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort, 315 Front Street, Beaufort, NCAssociate Museum Curator Benjamin Wunderly takes you aboard a Duke University research vessel to trawl for fish and marine creatures. From purple swimming crabs and mantis shrimp to sea robins and southern stingrays, you can examine the catch up close or just enjoy the boat ride. Fee: $35. Advance registration re-quired. Please call (252) 728-7317 for more information and to register. Additional dates: July 25

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June 21North Carolina Blueberry FestivalAll Day at Pender County Court-house Square, 100 South Wright Street, Burgaw NCCelebrate the historic, economic and cultural significance of blueberries in the southeastern region of our state. Come enjoy some of the area’s finest entertainment and artisans nestled around the courthouse square. An-tique cars line the streets of Burgaw; the smell of food vendors delicacies will entice you. Take home one-of-a-kind arts and crafts and of course the Festival’s main attraction – Blueberries! There are more than 20 events ranging from the street fair to a recipe contest, barbecue cook-off, a 5K run, special exhibits, and more. For the full sched-ule and entertainment list, please visit www.ncblueberryfestival.com.

June 23No Dough Dinner6 p.m. at USO of NC Jacksonville, 9 Tallman Street, Jacksonville, NCNo Dough Dinner is a free dinner for E1-E6 and their families as a way to offer support, relieve some financial

stress, and promote community among the families. Every month from January through October we will be hosting a dinner. Registration is required and the form will be up two weeks prior of each dinner. If you have any questions about the program please contact us at (910) 455-3411 or visit www.uso-nc.org.Additional dates: July 28

June 26Coffee with a Cop9 to 10 a.m. at the Village Market, 7802 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NCJoin your neighbors and Police Offi-cers for coffee and conversation! No agendas or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood! Coffee with a Cop sessions take place on the 4th Thurs-day of each month at different loca-tions in Town. For more information contact Chief of Police, Jeff Waters at 252-354-3424.Additional dates: July 24 at Mike’s Place, 8302 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC

June 28Tiny Tots Triathalon

10 a.m. at Emerald Isle Parks & Rec-reation, 7500 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NCRace takes place at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation at 7500 Emerald Drive. Ages 2 -5 years. The race includes a 7 meter “swim” across the slip’n slide, .026k trike (or big wheel) and a .062k run. To register, please contact Lainey Gottuso at lgottuso@emeraldisle-nc.org or 252-354-6350.

July 3Surf City Independence Day Celebration6 to 9:30 p.m. at Soundside Park, 517 Roland Ave., Surf City NCCome enjoy the Surf City Indepen-dence Day Celebration with a concert and fireworks display at Soundside Park. There will be a Hot Dog Stand provided by the Town of Surf City Fire Auxiliary with Drinks, Hotdogs, Snacks, Popcorn, etc. No coolers will be allowed and all bags will be checked. Enjoy Live music at 6:00PM with The Mark Roberts Band. For more informa-tion, please visit www.surfcity.govof-fice.com or call the Topsail Chamber of Commerce at (910) 329-4446.

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july 4Beaufort July 4th Parade11 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning at Gor-don St and Front St, Beaufort, NCA favorite old-fashioned Beaufort tradi-tion is the Fourth of July Parade taking place along the waterfront at 11 a.m. The parade begins on the corner of Gordon and Front Streets. The parade gets bet-ter every year and includes kids, pets, flags, & music. Free ice cream provided by Holland-Shepard Group follows at the Carteret County Courthouse at Turner & Broad streets. Contact Parade Organizer Martha Barnes, 252-728-3917 or martha@cousinsbedandbreak-fast.com for more details.

July 4th Freedom Festival3 p.m. at the Onslow Pines Park, 1244 Onslow Pines Road, Jacksonville NCOnslow County Parks and Recre-ation Department is sponsoring the 31st Annual Freedom Festival. Scheduled activities,games, rides and vendor booths will begin at 3 p.m. and the patriotic fireworks dis-play will be at 9 p.m. Live music on two stages! For more details, please visit www.onlyinonslow.com.

Morehead City July 4th Celebration7 to 10 p.m. at Jaycee Park, Corner of 9th & Shepard Streets, Morehead City, NCThe waterfront in Downtown More-head City comes alive on July 4th with live music and fireworks. The entire family will enjoy sounds of The Main Event Band as they perform from 7–10 p.m. at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City Waterfront. Celebrate the 4th by dancing to the music and viewing a spectacular fireworks dis-play on the waterfront. The fireworks display will be launched from Sug-arloaf Island across from Jaycee Park at 9 p.m. For more details, please call (252) 726-5083.

Fourth of July Fireworks Off Bogue Inlet Pier9 to 10 p.m. at the Bogue Inlet Pier, 120 Bogue Inlet Drive, Emerald Isle, NCThe Town will again present July 4th beginning at 9 p.m. on Friday, July 4th. Parking will be available at Bogue Inlet Pier as well as along NC 58. The fireworks will be visible from Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. For more information, please call (252) 354-3424.

Swansboro July 4th Fireworks9 p.m. in Downtown Swansboro, Highway 24 East, Swansboro, NCHistoric Downtown Swansboro comes alive to celebrate July 4th, 2014! Local shops and restaurants will open their doors to the thousands of visi-tors who came to celebrate great mu-sic and fireworks. Streets will close to traffic at 3:00 p.m. Live music will en-tertain the crowds until the fireworks begin at 9:00 p.m. Come and dance the night away in downtown Swans-boro. Please, no pets, bicycles or skate-boards. For more information, please visit www.swansboro-nc.org.

july 5Great 4th Race10 a.m. at the NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort, 315 Front Street, Beaufort, NCTraditionally-rigged sailing craft rally to celebrate the historic voyages that carried the news of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the Outer Banks. Boat registration required for participation. The fleet of boats will be in Taylor’s Creek be-tween 9 and 10 a.m. For more infor-mation, please call (252) 728-7317 or visit www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

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July 11Disney’s Tarzan: The Stage Musical7:30 p.m. at New Bern Civic Theatre, 414 Pollock St, New Bern, NCTarzan has been swinging around the story books for nearly 100 years, but the Boradway musical is more than old-fashioned monkey business—it’s a real good show. Presented by NBCT’s en-tire teen group, Tarzan’s story unfolds when a shipwreck leaves an infant or-phaned on the West African shore. The helpless baby is taken under the pro-tection of a gorilla tribe and becomes part of their family. When he eventu-ally encounters his first human—Jane Porter, a curious young explorer—both their lives are changed forever. Phil Collins expands his Oscar–winning song, “You’ll Be in My Heart”, from Disney’s cartoon feature film into a full Broadway score. Admission: Advance $17, Door $19, Students and active duty military $10 with photo ID. For more information, please visit www.newberncivictheatre.org or call their box office at (252) 633-0567.Additional dates: July 12, 18, 19 at 7:30 p.m. & July 13, 20 at 2 p.m.

July 12Sand-Sational 8K Beach Run7 to 9 a.m. at Onslow Beach, Camp Lejeune, NCOnslow Beach is North Carolina’s best kept secret and located on Camp Leje-une’s Atlantic Coast. It serves not only as a unique training area, but it’s also a fabulous vacation getaway and home of the Grand Prix Series Sand-Sational 8K Beach Run. This scenic course in-cludes sand, dirt roads and pavement. Sand portions include some areas where your feet may get wet depend-ing on the tide. Registration form can be downloaded at http://www.mccsle-jeune.com/grandprix/sand. For ad-ditional information about the Sand-Sational or the Grand Prix Series, visit www.mccslejeune.com/grandprix.

July 17“The Hobbit” Double Feature4 p.m. “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” & 7 p.m. “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” at the Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater, 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton, NC Summer Film Series: “Best of the Year!” presented and sponsored by the Carolina

Civic Center, most of these recent films were nominated for Academy awards and have not previously screened in Lumberton. Our recently renovated 1928 historic theater setting with 25- by 13-foot big screen and Bose sound system is a clean, high-quality experience Add fresh popcorn and sodas and you have a wonderful night out. Admission is $5 PER MOVIE general seating. For more details, please visit www.carolinacivic-center.com or call (910) 738-4339.

July 26Family Canoe Trip9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Gottschalk Marina, River Rd, Mainside, MCB Camp LejeuneEnjoy the scenic side of Camp Lejeune on the water. End the trip with a hot dog cookout with the family. $8/person (in-cludes canoe and guided tour) Register by 18 Jun at the Outdoor Adventures Office. Open to all authorized patrons ages 5 and up; parent must be present for children under the age of 16. For more information, call 910.451.1440 or visit www.mccslejeune.com/outdoor. ▪To submit your future event in Coast-al Carolina Parent’s calendar, visit our website at coastalcarolinaparent.com.

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