GOLF from page 4B golf facilities that they will want to participate in more and get their friends involved,” USO of NC President John Falkenbury said. “In the end, it is about how we can come together to support our wounded warriors, our troops – active
duty, National Guard and Reserve -- and their families. The need for our critical programs and services is growing especially our vital resiliency and transition assistance initiatives. The Tour brings North Carolinians together to support
our troops, help the USO of NC to continue its over 70 years of care and comfort to them, and enjoy many of the great golf venues across the state.” Not a golfer? Not a problem. Through the USO of NC Patriot Club, you can set up a team page and
spread the word, request support from family and friends and earn the chance to join us at the elite 10th Annual Salute to Freedom Gala this October. To register a team in the golf tour, go to www.usoncforethetroops.com. Sponsorships for the tour are available.
AUCTION from page 2B afternoon fun for the entire family! Admission to the Chinese Auction is only $5 and includes mini-raffle tickets and a chance to win a door prize. You may purchase your ticket at the door on the 26th, and refreshments will be available. Attendees will be treated to cake and cold beverages at the conclusion of the Chinese Auction. The doors open at 1:00 pm and prizes will begin being awarded at 2:30 pm. As Chairperson Janice Truelove explains, “If you’ve never attended a Chinese
Auction, it works like this: With your paid admission, you get tickets (25) to drop into the container next to each gift item you’d like to win. You may buy extra tickets if you like. A winner is chosen for each item. Higher value gift items (e.g., a gift certificate to a restaurant or perhaps an art object) go on our sweepstakes table and separate tickets are sold for them.” There will also be a 50/50 raffle where half of the cash raised goes to the winner and the other half goes to the Help Center, as well as a Silent
Auction for items such as Hotel getaways. For more information on the upcoming Chinese Auction, please call Janice Truelove at 910 458-1920. For twenty-eight years, our all-volunteer staff has helped the neediest residents of Pleasure Island. The Help Center of Federal Point’s primary focus has always been to meet people’s immediate need for food. The Help Center of Federal Point is located in the Recreation Center of Carolina Beach just behind the Town Hall at 1121-B North Lake
Park Blvd. The Help Center is open Monday thru Friday from 10:00 am until 12:00 Noon. The Help Center of Federal Point is not state or federally funded. It is supported solely by the generous contributions of local businesses, churches, and private donations from compassionate individuals. All donations are tax deductible and may be mailed to The Help Center of Federal Point, Inc. P.O. Box 54 Carolina Beach, NC 28428. You can also help out by becoming a volunteer. Call 910 458-9339 for more info.
AQUARIUM from page 2B creating a fishy craft to take home. Then follow the hidden passages to the top of the Aquarium’s largest habitat for views of sharks, rays, a green sea turtle and much more. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes. For ages 3 and older. Fee: $16 for ages 13 and older, $14 for ages 3-12. Aquarium admission included. P R E R E G I S T R AT I O N REQUIRED. OUTDOORS & EXPLORATION • CANOEING THE SALT MARSH - Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26 at 9 a.m. - A three-hour exploration of the Zeke’s Island Estuarine Research Reserve by canoe. Activities may include crabbing, seining or birding. Participants should be able to swim and be capable of sustained physical exertion. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes. For ages 8 and older. Ages 8-12 must be accompanied by two adults. Fee: $25 per participant. Aquarium admission is not included. PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. • SURF FISHING WORKSHOP - Tuesdays, July 15, 22, 29 at 8 a.m. - This three hour workshop includes one hour of
classroom discussion, then surf fishing on the beach nearby. All equipment and bait provided. Program is rain or shine, with extra activities added in event of bad weather (e.g., throwing a cast net). Ages 10 and older. Fee: $15 per participant. Aquarium admission is not included. PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. SUMMER DAY CAMP FOR KIDS Aquarium summer camps provide fun and safe learning opportunities with knowledgeable and competent leadership. Camps run simultaneously for ages 5-6, 7-9 and 10-12. Ages 5-6, known as Aquanauts, become immersed in weekly topics through animal interaction, play, storytelling, crafts and hands on outdoor activities. Ages 7-9, Marine Detectives, use their investigative skills during animal programs, outdoor excursions and interactive games to better understand nature. Ages 10-12, Ocean Explorers, participate with staff in experiences outdoors and behind the scenes at the Aquarium to discover each weekly topic. Ages 13-14, Coastal Crusaders, venture farther to explore different coastal environments and learn about
animal collection. These campers also interact more directly with staff behind the scenes to assist with animal care. • ANIMAL KEEPERS July 14 – 18 at 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ages: 5-6, 10-12 or July 21 – 25 at 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ages: 5-6, 10-12 - How do we feed 2,000 animals? What does it take to keep a 235,000-gallon aquarium clean? Where do aquarium animals come from? Campers learn what it takes to be responsible for the daily care and maintenance of aquarium animals. By helping prepare food, clean exhibits and create animal enrichment, campers get a glimpse of the work required to provide proper animal care. Fee: $230. P R E R E G I S T R AT I O N REQUIRED ECO EXPLORERS - July 28 – August 1 at 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ages: 5-6, 10-12 - How many different animals live in the rainforest? Would a polar bear meet a penguin? What kind of animals can survive in a desert? Campers will take an imaginary trip around the world to discover various ecosystems and the animals that live there. This camp will also highlight the diversity of
local environments. Fee: $230. P R E R E G I S T R AT I O N REQUIRED • COASTAL CRUSADERS - July 28 – August 1 at 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ages: 1314 - How can North Carolina's aquatic environments be recreated and maintained in an aquarium setting? By exploring natural habitats and participating in animal collection and care, campers will gain a better understanding of how to investigate and preserve the environment we all share. Activities that campers will enjoy this week include canoeing on the Cape Fear River, surf fishing and snorkeling. Fee: $280. P R E R E G I S T R AT I O N REQUIRED. The N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher is located just south of Kure Beach, a short drive from Wilmington, on U.S. 421. The site is less than a mile from the Fort Fisher ferry terminal. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission:$10.95 ages 13-61; $9.95 62+ and military; $8.95 ages 3-12. Free admission for: children 2 and younger, registered groups of N.C. school children, and N.C. Aquarium Society members. General information: www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher
VENDER from page 7B also available for $1,000, which include acknowledgement in all advertisements, including social media; participation and choice placement of
table in Vendor Fair; and company logo on event program and banner. Space is available on a first come, first serve basis. Those interested in participating or who would like to
obtain more information about the NHCS Employee Vendor Fair, should contact Heather Miller at heather.miller @nhcs.net or (910) 254-4245 by Monday, July 21, 2014.
Scholarships from page 2B Miss (13-15 yrs) and Miss (1622 yrs) will compete in interview, talent and evening gown. All ages may compete in Swimsuit. Each contestant
receives trophies and gifts. Proceeds benefit the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce/Special Events, the Federal Point Help Center and the NHC Senior Resource
Special Needs account. For more information and application, please contact Diane Berry-Klutz at 910-458-5962 or 910-798-6405, email blueocean5678@yahoo.com.
Gazette, Jul y 9th, LAWYERS from page 7B minimum of four weeks with 2 to 4 students who have been selected by their teachers for additional help to improve their reading skills. Volunteers share their time, love of reading and knowledge of Civics, U.S. History, and biographies of American heroes. Volunteers are required to listen to the children read interesting non-fiction books and assist them as needed. "L4L has not only helped these students with reading skills, it has sparked their interest in non-fiction books in general. Children want to read about real things that happened and are curious about how they can become active and vital parts of their government and a part of the change that they want to see in the world around them," L4L Chairwoman Ann David said. On June 19, 2014, the North Carolina Bar Association's Board of Governors will recog-
2014 9B nize L4L at their annual state convention. They have asked the Snipes Teacher of the Year and L4L teacher, Ms. Emily Mason, one of her students involved in L4L, along with Ms. David, to speak about the program and the benefits that it has provided for the last two years. L4L was a pilot program in New Hanover County last year and became so successful that it is been replicated in several cities statewide including Raleigh, Durham and Charlotte. It was also recently featured in the North Carolina Bar Association's magazine. The program was also featured at the American Bar Association's Law Related Education Conference in Atlanta in October. It was so well received that Lawyers for Literacy has been invited back as a feature program at their next event. In addition, several states have also requested the model to start a L4L in their states.
LEARNING from page 7B The Think Lab is a thinking course designed by the New Hanover County Schools (NHCS) Title I Program and the Academically Gifted Program. The program is all day, four days a week for five weeks, starting July 14th, ending on August 14, 2014 and will add an additional twenty days of learning to the traditional school year. The Think Lab is not the typical reading and math remediation program. It is an opportunity to engage students in developing purposeful and rigorous thinking skills—the building blocks for learning and understanding in all content areas. Through the use of hands-on, interactive, short thinking exercises, games and puzzles, students will learn how to analyze information, draw inferences, generate ideas, make connections, and solve problems. Interested parents can get more information and register their rising kindergarten student at the Title I school they will be attending in the fall or their rising 6th grade student at either D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy or Williston Middle
School. Principals have the registration forms and parent transportation request forms. Transportation, breakfast and lunch will be provided as part of this program. For more information about the Think Lab, please contact the Federal Programs Department at (910) 254-4152. Participating Schools:, Alderman Elementary School, Anderson Elementary School, Bellamy Elementary School, Blair Elementary School, Bradley Creek Elementary School, Carolina Beach Elementary School, Castle Hayne Elementary School, College Park Elementary School, D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy, Forest Hills Global Elementary School, Gregory Elementary School of Math, Science and Technology, Murrayville Elementary School, Pine Valley Elementary School, Rachel Freeman Elementary School of Engineering, Snipes Academy of Arts and Design, Sunset Park Elementary School, Mary C. Williams Elementary School, Williston Middle School, Winter Park Elementary School, and Wrightsboro Elementary School