Inside Fayetteville
May 1 - 31 31 Day Salute
A month-long celebration of all who have ever served in the armed forces, featuring performances, ceremonies, exhibits and activities around the city. For more information: www.31daysalute.com
May 7 Fayetteville Duck Derby
Thousands of rubber ducks will float down the Cape Fear River with big prizes to be awarded to the owners of the winning ducks. Proceeds to benefit Urban Ministries and other charitable groups. Campbellton Landing. To purchase ducks online or for more information: www.fayettevilleduckderby.com
May 11 Pontoon Boat Trip
A leisurely cruise on a pontoon boat down the Cape Fear River to learn about the river’s colorful military history. All military will receive half off tickets. Clark Park Nature Center. Information: 910.433.1579 www.fcpr.us/outdoor_programs
May 12 Friends of Children Classic The 16th Annual Friends of Children’s Classic at Cypress Lakes Golf Course.
Proceeds from the tournament go to help children recieving care in the Cape Fear Valley Health System. To become a sponsor or for more information: 910. 615.1449 or www.capefearvalley.com/ foundation/events.html
May 19 Kampaign for Kids Newspaper Sale More than 100 volunteers will take to the streets to sell newspapers to benefit hospitalized children. Newspapers will be sold for $1 at more than 30 locations throughout the city with proceeds benefiting children’s services through the foundation. Visit www.kampaignforkids.com for a list of locations and information on how you can volunteer and donate. Information: 910.615.1449.
May 21 Movie-n-the Camp
The Special Operations Museum Foundation hosts the movie, “Jumping Jacks” released in 1952, and starring Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis to honor veterans, with an emphasis on the Korean war. Seating is picnic- style and there will be hotdogs, chips, candy and soft drinks for sale. Airborne and Special Operations Museum. For more information: 910.483.3003 www.asomf.org
June 4 Blues N’ Brews Festival
The 8th year for a beer sampling and live music event which features beers from more than 15 Breweries in the southeast. Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and spend the afternoon and evening relaxing in Festival Park. Proceeds benefit the Cape Fear Regional Theater. Information: 910.323.4234 www.cfrt.org/bluesnbrews
June 3 15th Annual Army Birthday 10-Miler Sponsored by Fort Bragg MWR, home of the Airborne and Special Operations. The rolling course and seasonal climate will make for a challenging race. Join in the tradition of what Fort Bragg is all about. For more information: contact Steve Johnson 910.396.1217 or register online www.fortbraggmwr.com.
June 9 “Wildflowers of the Sandhills” A celebration of author Bruce Sorrie’s book, “Wildflowers of the Sandhills: North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia” which details the rare and endangered flora of our region. Sponsored by the Sandhills Area Land Trust. Reservations required. Highland Country Club. For more information: www.sandhillslandtrust.org.
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