What’s better than having a hobby? Sharing the joy of that hobby with others! Compass Pointe’s residents love socializing with one another, so they have created many social clubs to cater to the taste of a myriad of individuals. The clubs’ schedules are all shared on the owners’ website, making it easy to stay in the loop. All residents are welcome (and encouraged!) to join any of these social clubs! So, what’s cooking currently in the Compass social circle? Lots! Check out all of our currently active clubs below:
Who’s got a sweet tooth? Any winos out there? Well then you can’t afford to miss this weekend in downtown Wilmington! Regional vintners and chocolatiers will be offering their best for sampling and sale at the Wilmington Wine and Chocolate Festival. The event will kick off on Friday at from 7-10 pm with a Grand Tasting. The Grand Tasting will include an array of mouth-watering heavy hors d’oeuvres to the scintillating sounds of Sharp Nine Jazz Ensemble. This year’s “Featured Artist” is James Nelson, dentist-turned-Artist after becoming legally blind.
The festival will continue through Saturday and Sunday with tasting tours of the best Carolina wineries, sample sweets from the area’s best chocolate producers, plus experience demonstrations, informal talks, raffles and more.
Nothing evokes pleasure more than wine and chocolate. As you revel in the best of the good things in life, take time to appreciate the work of Wilmington’s fine artisans all on the beautiful backdrop of the Cape Fear River. Relax and learn from the experts new ways to enjoy wine and chocolate at a demonstration or informal talk.
Looking for something to do this Saturday? Wrightsville Beach will be hosting its the 4th Annual Cape Fear Kite Festival! During the festival the sky will be filled with the bright colors and swooping wing of kites of all shapes and sizes. The festival, held in front of Shell Island Resort, features kite flying enthusiasts from all over displaying their colorful flyers. It is a great excuse to get out to the beach as we move into the colder seasons!
Are you lucky enough to be enjoying this fourth of July on the water? If so remember safety first! Here are some tips to keep in mind when you’re out cruising in the sun:
Life Jacket: Whenever you go boating, make sure you have well-fitted life jackets. When you arrive at Tailrace marina at Lake Wylie, the pontoon boat rental staff will help each person in your party select the right life jacket. Make sure that everyone wears their life jacket at all times while on the water.
Drinking: One of the most important boat safety tips is ‘don’t drink and go boating’. Sadly many boating deaths and injuries are related to alcohol use. Make sure everyone in your group understands that it is not wise to drink alcoholic beverages on any boat including your pontoon boat rental. Don’t drink before your trip and don’t drink while on your trip.
Experienced Driver: Drivers should be experienced before taking out a watercraft and also carry an appropriate watercraft license. Do not allow children or teenagers to drive the boat as they lack the wisdom and instincts of an older driver. When you ask for a boat rental, the staff will review the boat’s controls with the driver.
Rules of the Waterways
Watch for other boats and people. Stay at least 200 feet away from other watercraft.
Cut off the engine when swimmers are near. Accidents can occur very quickly. A mistake could cost a life.
Don’t allow anyone to stand up when the boat is in motion. Even slow speeds can result in terrible accidents. Falling overboard may result in an injury which may result in drowning.
Go slowly when approaching docks, walls and any other hard surfaces. These can damage the hull or trap a person who falls into the water.
Don’t miss the Spring Property Releases coming up over the next two weekends! You will enjoy a relaxing beach side accommodations as well as aggressive purchasing incentives. During this event we will be featuring the largest selection of premier golf homesites and be releasing new Reserve Patio Homesites. There is so much to see at Compass Pointe but while you’re here make sure to get a taste of the local lifestyle you will soon be apart of. While you’re visiting make sure you check out some of Wilmington’s events and attractions. Stop by Airlie Gardens, take a stroll down the River Walk, or bike around Greenfield Lake. There will be a couple of fun events going on as well! Rims on the River will be show casing antique cars and motorcycles and the free TGIF wine tasting is a good time for everyone! So pack your bags and start your engines, it’s going to be a great two weekends!
It’s official. We will be celebrating the grand opening at the Ahh-menity Site the weekend of June 24-26th. Please come and help us toast this great occasion. Cookouts, live music, great weather and new friends will highlight the weekend.
Are you a Jazz fan? The North Carolina Jazz Festival is February 17 – 19, 2011 located Wilmington Hilton Riverside, Wilmington N.C. This is one of the oldest traditional jazz festivals in the country but also introducing newcomers into the festival, which is why they tagged the line “a new vibe for an old sound.” Some featured artists are Wycliffe Gordon-trombone, featured along with Lynn Roberts – vocals, Jonathan Russell -violin, Bucky Pizzarelli – guitar & the UNCW Saxtet. More details and information can be found on their website: jcjazzfestival.com. For those of you who love Jazz and music in general, what is your favorite instrument?
Looking for a perfect spot to fish? Look no further than Johnny Mercer‘s Fishing Pier on Wrightsville Beach, which is one of the oldest fishing piers along North Carolina’s coast. Enjoy casting a line off the Johnny Mercer’s Fishing Pier and then enjoy a great lunch or dinner on our many local restaurants. When was the last time you spent the day fishing?
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