Friday , October 31, 2024 Where: Oak Island Recreation Center • 3003 East Oak Island Drive When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Where: Oak Island Recreation Center • 3003 East Oak Island Drive Sign up to be a Trunk or Treat vendor. The Oak Island Recreation Department is trying to fill up the parking lot with people who would like to join in on the fun, passing candy out to the kids. Decorate your car and pass out candy! The Oak Island Recreation Department will be awarding a Frist, Second, and Third place winner for the best decorated car. To register to be a Trunk or Treat Vendor visit www.OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS. If you have and question contact Emily Kincer at 910-278-5518 or ekincer@oakIslandnc.gov

Share your love of reading with other members of your community with Oak Island Recreation Department’s Book Club. “Between The Lines” will feature a new book each month for participants to dive into tantalizing discussion as we navigate through a variety of genres. Bring your book, a chair, and some snacks, as we meet at different areas throughout Oak Island, with the Ocean Education Center being our home base. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own copy of their book with pre-registration required. "Between the Lines" will meet monthly from 2:00 -3:00 PM at TBA locations.

With 2025 upon us, we are going to be introducing a new series of books. This series will be known as "Crafted in Carolina" collection. This set of books will contain stories that take place in North Carolina or were written by North Carolinian authors. We are looking forward to diving into this series as progress through the year!

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

• Friday, August 23rd, 2025 - "Fifth Avenue Artists" by Joy Callaway and "Unmaking of June Farrow" by Adrienne Young
• Friday, September 19th, 2025 - "Hieroglyphics" by Jill McCorkle
• Friday, October 24th, 2025 - "Saints of Swallow Hill" by Donna Everheart
• Friday, November 21st, 2025 - "When These Mountains Burn" by David Joy
• Friday, December 19th, 2025 -  "Through the Snow Globe" by Annie Rains

For questions, please reach out to Jacob Hyle! (jhyle@oakislandnc.gov)

You'll learn everything you need to take a fish from the surf sand to the frying pan.  In this class, specifically designed for Oak Island anglers, we'll discuss the different fish in our surf and talk about the right rig and bait for the fish you want to catch.  

For more information, call Recreation Programs Supervisor at (910) 278-4747 or email rgordon@oakislandnc.gov

Enjoy Oak Island's beauty from the water!  Guided trips are available through the Oak Island Recreation Department.  Trips last approximately 2 hours and include kayak rentals, paddle, PFD and experienced guides.  Paddle difficulty is easy.

Starting March 4, 2025

Get ready to move, groove, and have fun with the Oak Island Line Dancing Club! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just starting out, this club is the perfect place to learn new steps, enjoy great music, and meet others who love to dance. Sessions will be Every Tuesday Beginner Session (4:00 PM - 4:30 PM): New to line dancing? No problem! This session is designed for beginners, featuring simple steps and easy-to-follow routines to help you get comfortable on the dance floor. (4:30 PM - 5:30 PM): Ready for a challenge? Join us for more advanced dances with exciting choreography and a faster pace!

No need to sign up, all you need is to show up in your dancing shoes!!!

No partner is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and comfortable shoes! Whether you’re here to learn, exercise, or just have fun, the Oak Island Line Dancing Club welcomes all.