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15th Annual Hampstead Kiwanis Park Turkey Trot
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This is the 15th Annual Hampstead Kiwanis Park Turkey Trot. This is a great community event for all--races include an 8K, 2-Mile, and Kid's Sprint (1/2 Mile for children 9 and under).
Holiday Paint & Sip at Splash by the Sea
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Paint with me Cheryl Crane will be at Splash for an art Event. We will be using gel medium glue to create mixed media oyster shell ornaments or you can paint a Holiday canvas Bag. Register with Cheryl 5408093037 you can pick your images and I will ...
Surf City Live NC 2025
12:01 AM - 11:59 PM
Catch the wave of music on Veteran's Day Weekend! Two nights of fantastic music for your enjoyment! November 7th - The Beach Boys November 8th - Josh Turner and Craig Morgan with special guest Paige King Johnson
Duck Season Warm-Up
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Holly Shelter Shooting Range invites you to warm-up for duck season at its 5-stand on Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. The program includes 2 rounds of clays and ammunition. Bring your own shotgun. Cost is $10 per person. The Holly Shelter Shooting ...
You're Invited! Garden Volunteer Workday – Saturday, Nov. 8
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
You're Invited! Garden Volunteer Workday – Saturday, November 8 📍 Location: Greater Topsail Community Garden – 282 Valhalla Way, Hampstead, NC 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon 🎉 All ages welcome – come for an hour or stay the whole time! We're planting ...
Health & Wellness Talkshops with Cookie Tilghman
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Cookie Tilghman, a certified Naturopath and Functional Practitioner, for a series of three FREE discussions. The third session is titled "ph Balance for Optimal Health." The one-hour session begins at 11 a.m. on Nov. 8, in the Conference Room of ...
ArtExposure Pre-Holiday Open House, Nov. 8
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ArtExposure Gallery in Hampstead is having its 16th Annual Pre-Holiday Open House on Saturday, Nov 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A food truck will be on site. Many of the artists will be offering a 50% off sale during the event, and art books will be ...
Health Awaremess Sessions by Sonshine Wellness
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Cookie Tilghman, CA, Naturopath/Functional Health Professional and Herbal Specialist for a free one-hour session on Nov. 8, at 11 a.m. The topic is pH Balance/The First Step to Your Optimal Weight. The FREE session will meet at the Greater Topsail ...
M.B.A meeting - Men's Business Alliance
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
in the M.B.A. on the second Tuesday of each month, as the group continues to formulate events to strengthen the business community. They will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber Conference Room.
ChatGPT and other AI Tools
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you curious about artificial intelligence but not sure where to start? Join Dr. Karen Gavigan, Professor Emerita, School of Information Science, University of South Carolina for a one-hour virtual class session. Each week is the same session, so ...
WomenConnect at Nineteen Restaurant
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join the Chamber's premier networking event for business-minded women. Order from the menu and purchase lunch at your own expense. Be prepared to share your business cards and introduce yourself and your business.
Ribbon cutting at Revival Surf City
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join us on Thursday, Nov. 13, for a ribbon-cutting at Revival Surf City, more than a dive bar! Check out this new bar and restaurant as we cut the ribbon at 5:30 p.m. Located at 2111 N. New River Dr., Revival Surf City is a relaxed atmosphere with a ...
Sip & Create: Thankful Junk Journal Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome to the Sip & Create: Thankful Junk Journal Workshop! Join us at 101 N Plain Rd on November 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM for a fun and creative experience. Let's gather together to express gratitude through art and craft. No experience necessary, just ...
ChatGPT and other AI Tools
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you curious about artificial intelligence but not sure where to start? Join Dr. Karen Gavigan, Professor Emerita, School of Information Science, University of South Carolina for a one-hour virtual class session. Each week is the same session, so ...
HUB training and onboarding with Chamber Members
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join Evelyn Wheeler of Web Designs Your Way for a one-hour training on the Chamber's website, topsailchamber.org. Learn how you can establish a login, place events on the calendar, post help-wanted ads, coupons, and more. We encourage you to bring your ...
Coastal Masterminds
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Coastal Masterminds is a networking/learning session with topics of concern to small business owners. There is no charge to attend. Bring your business cards and questions! Coastal Masterminds meets at the Chamber Conference Room on the third Tuesday ...
Holiday Tree Trimming Party with the Ambassadors
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
The Chamber's Ambassadors will gather on Nov. 18, at 5:30 p.m. for a Holiday Tree Trimming Party at the Chamber's Office. Join us as we deck the halls at 13775 NC Hwy 50.
Lunch and Learn: Budgeting for Success
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Budgeting for Success: Your Roadmap to Growth – November 19th, 2025 (11:30am – 1:30pm) Running a business without a budget is like driving blind—and nearly 50% of businesses do it! Don’t let your company become a statistic. In this class, you’ll learn ...
Mornings with WomenConnect at Southern Roots Grille
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Join us for relationship-building among our women-business leaders for a conversation over coffee and breakfast. Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, Mornings with WomenConnect will meet one week earlier (Nov. 20) at 7:30 a.m.
Watershed Science with Marine CSI
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Solve the mysteries of Watershed Science with Marine CSI every third Thursday from September through December, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Perfect for homeschoolers, each month includes hands-on activities at a different park. . To learn more information and to ...
Book signing with Cathy Mails
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
The Chamber is hosting a book signing with Cathy Mails, the owner of SeaGreen Natural Cleaning, is releasing a book on nontoxic cleaning titled Detox Dwelling, scheduled for release on Nov. 18. The book will offer practical strategies for maintaining a ...
🎉 Mark Your Calendar: Volunteer Recognition Potluck for Greater Topsail Community Garden
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
🎉 Mark Your Calendar: Volunteer Recognition Potluck 📅 Thursday, Nov. 20 | 🕕 6:00–7:30 PM 📍 Share the Table | Perkins Drive, Hampstead Let’s celebrate YOU—the heart of our garden—with food and fellowship!
Paint and Sip: Winter Cardinal
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at Topsail Island Brewing for a fun and relaxing Paint ’n Sip evening! Create a beautiful winter cardinal while enjoying your favorite drinks in a friendly, creative atmosphere. Event Details: 🗓 Date: November 20, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM ...
Surf City Christmas Tree Lighting
Music, Santa, and Christmas lights kick off the holiday season on Nov. 22 as Surf City lights up Soundside Park.
15th Annual Turkey Trot
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dear Friends of the Hampstead Kiwanis Park, Thank you for your past sponsorship and welcome new sponsors! The Annual Hampstead Kiwanis Park Turkey Trot is being held on November 22, 2025. The Kiwanis Club of Hampstead hopes to make this ...
Sip and Paint: Truck & Tree
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Join us for a fun and relaxing Sip & Paint evening at Surf City Brewing Company! Create your own Truck & Tree masterpiece with step-by-step guidance—perfect for beginners and art lovers alike. All materials are provided, so just bring your creativity ...
Drive-In Turkey Bingo
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Pender County Parks and Recreation for the return of a popular event, Drive-In Turkey Bingo on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 3:30 p.m. at Hampstead Kiwanis Park. The cost is $5 for one player or $20 for a family pack (up to five players). The event ...
ChatGPT and other AI Tools
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you curious about artificial intelligence but not sure where to start? Join Dr. Karen Gavigan, Professor Emerita, School of Information Science, University of South Carolina for a one-hour virtual class session. Each week is the same session, so ...
Topsail Beach Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join the Town of Topsail Beach for the Annual Topsail Beach Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting on Nov. 29. The Parade will step off at 4:30 p.m., and the tree lighting will follow.
ChatGPT and other AI Tools
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you curious about artificial intelligence but not sure where to start? Join Dr. Karen Gavigan, Professor Emerita, School of Information Science, University of South Carolina for a one-hour virtual class session. Each week is the same session, so ...
WomenConnect at Rick's Restaurant
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for the Chamber's premier networking event for business-minded women on the first Tuesday of each month, starting at noon at Rick's Restaurant. Attendees order from the menu at their own expense. Bring business cards and be ready to give your ...
Christmas Comes to Currie
Explore colonial holiday traditions at Moores Creek National Battlefield.
Lauren's Hope Quarterly Yard Sale
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Lauren's Hope, a non-profit designed to help those needing pregnancy care, is hosting its quarterly Yard Sale Fundraiser on March 1. This indoor sale will feature toys, jewelry, household items, tools, furniture, and more. If you are downsizing, ...
M.B.A meeting - Men's Business Alliance
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
in the M.B.A. on the second Tuesday of each month, as the group continues to formulate events to strengthen the business community. They will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber Conference Room.
ChatGPT and other AI Tools
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you curious about artificial intelligence but not sure where to start? Join Dr. Karen Gavigan, Professor Emerita, School of Information Science, University of South Carolina for a one-hour virtual class session. Each week is the same session, so ...
WomenConnect at Nineteen Restaurant
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join the Chamber's premier networking event for business-minded women. Order from the menu and purchase lunch at your own expense. Be prepared to share your business cards and introduce yourself and your business.
The Greater Topsail Area Christmas Market
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Annual Christmas Market is held every December in conjunction with the Annual Flotilla. Held in beautiful Soundside Park the Market features unique handmade gifts, food trucks & entertainment. Market opens at 12pm and ends at 6pm or later, food ...
Annual Topsail Area Christmas Flotilla
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for the Annual Greater Topsail Area Christmas Flotilla! Watch thousands of twinkly lights float down the Intracoastal Waterway into the waters of Soundside Park on beautifully decorated boats! The Fleet will depart from Bush Marina in Topsail ...
Watershed Science with Marine CSI
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Solve the mysteries of Watershed Science with Marine CSI every third Thursday from September through December, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Perfect for homeschoolers, each month includes hands-on activities at a different park. . To learn more information and to ...
Movies in the Hampstead Kiwanis Park
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bring a blanket, bundle up in your pajamas and watch the holiday classic, The Polar Express, at Hampstead Kiwanis Park. The movie begins at 6 p.m. Admission is free. For more info, go to pendercountync.gov/576/Parks-Recreation.
Colonial Topsail at The Assembly Building
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Celebrating America's 250 years, the Historical Society of Topsail Island and the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism will host Colonial Topsail at the Historic Assembly Building, 720 Channel Blvd. Featuring children's activities, a ...