I know it's early but...

It's not too early to plan for holiday events

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Jason @ Port City Pulse
September 25, 2023

It’s not easy to plan for the holidays when we’re just getting our first taste of cool weather. That said, some planning is really important.

Good Morning Wilmington

For vendors, you’ll need to register in advance to participate in holiday festivals. And for everyone, you’ll want to plan ahead–and purchase tickets to Airlie Gardens “Enchanted Airlie” and Brookgreen Gardens “Night of a Thousand Candles”.

In today’s PortCityPulse:

  • More about the NC state budget

  • Get lost @Galloway

  • Biltmore Christmas

News

$30 billion NC state budget

There’s a lot packed into this NC state budget agreement that was just reached. The 11-minute discussion in this WRAL discussion is worth a listen.

  • Gambling being tabled

  • 4% raises for state employees–3% next year.

  • beginning teachers will receive a stronger raise increase than more experienced teachers

  • personal state income tax to be lowered incrementally

  • Expansion of medicaid - 500k more people covered

  • Dropping requirements of private education vouchers - more families will qualify

  • Use of AI to improve school security

  • Schools and colleges receiving state funding cannot require COVID vaccines for students

  • Raise retirement ages of

  • Middle and high schoolers get career development help

  • Taxes on Uber or Lift

  • Local government cannot ban plastic bags

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Get Lost in Fun at Galloway Farms' Kid's Maze

Looking for the perfect autumn adventure that's just an hour's drive from Wilmington? Look no further than Galloway Farms! Nestled in the heart of fall's beauty, Galloway Farms offers a fantastic 13-acre kid's maze that's sure to delight parents and little explorers alike.

This family-friendly outing promises hours of fun as you navigate your way through the intricate twists and turns of the maze. Admission is a breeze at $12 online or $14.50 in person for ages 2 and up, while the littlest adventurers under 2 years old get in for free. With the promise of crisp fall air, exciting challenges, and endless laughter, Galloway Farms' kid's maze is the perfect way to celebrate the season with your loved ones. Don't miss out on this fantastic autumn activity just around the corner from Wilmington!

ANNOUNCENT:
Due to Tropical Storm Ophelia, Galloway Farms will be opening SAT OCT 30 to start the 2023 fall season

HOURS:
FRI: 3 pm to 9 pm(must arrive by 7 pm)
SAT: 10 am to 9 pm(must arrive by 7 pm)
SUN: 10 am to 7 pm(must arrive by 5 pm)
TUE-THUR: reservations only(call for info)

'A Biltmore Christmas' airs on Hallmark Channel this November

[WRAL] Biltmore Estate announced the movie, which is filmed on the grounds of Biltmore, will premiere Sunday, Nov. 26, at 8 p.m. EST as part of Hallmark Channel's annual "Countdown to Christmas."

Don’t Miss

Ethan Handson

TONIGHT: 7-10PM @Wilmington Distillery
Ethan Hanson will be getting down at Wilmington Distillery, this Monday Night, 7 - 10 pm.

Free Cover
Free Samples

$4 Espolon
$4 Modelo

Maggie Rogers

TUES SEPT 26 @Live Oak Pavilion
is an American singer-songwriter and record producer from Easton, Maryland. After her song "Alaska" was played to artist-in-residence Pharrell Williams during a master class at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music. - $32

Riverfest

OCT 7 & 8 @Downtown Wilmington
Celebrate Riverfest featuring the sights and sounds of a traditional street fair with vendors selling art and jewelry, handmade crafts and more, over 30 food vendors a car show, visits by the Riverfest Queen and Teen and more fun.

Saturday:10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (some open later) Fireworks: after dark| Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Presented By:

Old Wilmington Riverfront Celebrations, Inc.

Autumn with Topsail

The Autumn With Topsail Festival is held on the grounds of the Historical Society of Topsail Island and the Assembly Building which houses the Missiles & More Museum in Topsail Beach, NC. Enjoy exciting live musical entertainment, a variety of amazing food with beer and wine, inflatables and crafts for children, and much more!

Oktoberfest Celebrations

Adopt a Pet

Oui

Approx. 2 year old spayed female
Oui has been a shy girl here at the shelter and needs a home that will be patient with her so possibly no small kids in the same home.

Enjoys her cat nip and seafood flavored treats

Support local vendors today at the Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market 8AM-1PM @Town of Wrightsville Beach Municipal Grounds

Last day of market in 2023 is December 4

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Surf Forecast

MON AM: flat - CLEAN | PM: flat - FAIR
TUE AM: flat - CHOPPY | PM: flat - CHOPPY
WED AM: 1 ft - FAIR | PM: 1 ft - FAIR

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Weather Forecast

MON 25 Partly Cloudy | 85°/67° | PREC 3% | WSW 9 mph
TUE 26 Partly Cloudy | 81°/63° | PREC 21% | ENE 10 mph
WED 27 Cloudy | 78°/64° | PREC 15% | NNE 12 mph

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Tide Forecast

MON SEP 25:
Low Tide at 12:57 AM, 0.70 ft
High Tide at 6:13 AM, 4.13 ft
Low Tide at 1:03 PM, 0.33 ft
High Tide at 7:00 PM, 4.89 ft

TUE SEP 26:
Low Tide at 1:55 AM, 0.44 ft
High Tide at 7:20 AM, 4.40 ft
Low Tide at 2:06 PM, 0.13 ft
High Tide at 8:00 PM, 5.07 ft

WED SEP 27:
Low Tide at 2:48 AM, 0.18 ft
High Tide at 8:20 AM, 4.72 ft
Low Tide at 3:06 PM, -0.04 ft
High Tide at 8:54 PM, 5.20 ft

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