Posted on: March 25th, 2016 Posted in Around ILM, Community News

Easter weekend is a popularĀ  and busy time in Wilmington, NC. Over the last few weeks, flowers and trees have begun to bloom, the temps are getting warmer and the signs of spring are all around us!

Easter weekend is a celebration of new beginnings, and because of this, the folks at River Bluffs, Wilmington’s popular riverside village community, have pulled together a fun line-up of Easter happenings in the area, so get outside and enjoy!

 

Friday, 3/25

4th Friday Gallery Night
Starting at 6pm, take a self-guided tour of downtown WilmingtonĆ¢ā‚¬ā„¢s galleries, studios and art spaces featuring beautiful exhibitions of various artistic genres. Presented by the Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County, 4th Fridays also include opening receptions, artist discussions, demonstrations, live music, wine, food and more! For a full list of gallery participants, visit: http://artscouncilofwilmington.org

 

Friday 3/25 and Saturday 3/26

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From 10am to 1pm, The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher will give kids Ć¢ā‚¬ā€œ age 3 to 10 Ć¢ā‚¬ā€œ the chance to create a special dinosaur egg basket and search for candy-filled Ć¢ā‚¬Å“dinosaur eggsĆ¢ā‚¬Ā in the Aquarium garden. Kids will also meet a live baby alligator and learn more about area reptiles. Find out more here: http://www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher

Southport Spring Festival
Take a short drive south to historic Southport and celebrate spring at the annual Spring Festival in Franklin Square Park. Starting at 10am each day, youĆ¢ā‚¬ā„¢ll find plenty of activities for kids of all ages, more than 130 arts and crafts vendors, raffles and live music ranging from big band to R&B and country rock. Find out more here: http://www.southport-oakisland-kiwanis.org

 

Sunday, 3/27

easter wilmington nc_sunrise service wrightsville beach ncWrightsville Beach Sunrise Services
Several Easter sunrise services are scheduled on Wrightsville Beach, starting at 5:30am. YouĆ¢ā‚¬ā„¢ll find the list and access points here: http://luminanews.com/2016/03/sunrise-easter-beach-services

Easter Lunch at Porches CafƃĀ©
Enjoy a casual, relaxed Easter lunch with delicious homemade baked goods and an amazing list of delicious featured specials. Added bonus: If the weatherĆ¢ā‚¬ā„¢s right Ć¢ā‚¬ā€œ sit outside and enjoy the beautiful spring afternoon! Find out more here:Ā https://riverbluffsliving.com/amenities/Ā 

Easter Jazz Brunch with Nina Repeta Trio
From 12noon Ć¢ā‚¬ā€œ 2pm at WilmingtonĆ¢ā‚¬ā„¢s TheatreNOW, youĆ¢ā‚¬ā„¢ll enjoy a 3-course brunch while listening to the wonderful, uplifting music of the Nina Repeta Trio. For tickets and more information, visit: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=63199

At River Bluffs, we appreciate just how fortunate we are to call southeastern North Carolina home. WeĆ¢ā‚¬ā„¢ll be celebrating Easter weekend with friends and family in beautiful Wilmington, NC Ć¢ā‚¬ā€œ we hope to see you around town!

And, Happy Easter!

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The River Bluffs lifestyle is all about living life to the fullest. Fun with family and friends, dining out, shopping, enjoying our rich lifestyle and so much moreĆ¢ā‚¬Ā¦

Come and celebrate riverside living at River Bluffs, today!

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