Wednesday, April 16, 2025

When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Where: Oak Island Recreation Center • 3003 East Oak Island Drive

$25 Residents / $30 Non- Residents

Come join in on this new, once-per-month crafting class being offered at the Oak Island Recreation Center. Each month will feature a different craft to take home or learning a new skill to use on crafts. In April, come join Maria in decorating a fabulous fluttering friend made from wood and shaped like a butterfly with segmented wings and curly antennae. You can paint it add glitter or gemstones, even seal it for outdoor decor. All supplies will be provided with the cost of the class. To register visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS. If you have any questions contact Emily Kincer at ekincer@oakislandnc.gov. 

Join Oak Island Recreation Department at the Oak Island Cabana, located at the corner of SE 46th Street and E. Beach Drive, for Story Time by the Sea!  This free series invites participants ages 12 - Under to enjoy a coastal themed story reading, followed by an arts & crafts project to take home.  Engaging stories set to the backdrop of breathtaking views make for the perfect way to spend time together as a family!  Pre-registration required.  Free Program.

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.

Saturday, June 21, 2025

When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Where: Oak Island Recreation Center • 3003 East Oak Island Drive

Residents $20 per couple / Non-Residents $25 per couple

Come on out for this wonderful Community Dance. Father/Daughter, Mother/ Son, Couples, Family and Friends. Don’t miss out on this Luau fun. dancing, finger foods, games, photo booth. This will be a wonderful time to spend with ones you love and to meet more people in our community.

If you have any questions please reach out to Emily Kincer at ekincer@oakislandnc.gov or visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS

Join Steve's Crab Shack learning all about the Blue Crab! Discussions include methods of catching crabs, types of bait, local areas where crabbing is permitted, as well as how to prepare and steam your catch. Participants receive hands on practice in picking Blue Crab for a taste test that is sure to have your tastebuds screaming for more!

*Participants under age 16 must attend with a registered participant age 18 and up

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. Light refreshments will occasionally be served. 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. Spaces are limited to be sure to reserve your seat today, and if you have any issues with registration, please contact us!

With 2025 upon us, we are going to be introducing a new series of books after our January meeting. 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, February 21st, 2025 - "The Violin Conspiracy" by Brendan Slocumb
• Friday, March 22nd, 2025 -  "The Cove" by Ron Hash
• Friday, April 25th, 2025 - "Byrd" by Kim Church
• Friday, May 31st, 2025 - "The Windsor Knot" Sharyn McCrumb
• Friday, June 28th, 2025 - "206 Bones" by Kathy Reichs
• Friday, July 26th, 2025 -  "Fifth Avenue Artists" by Joy Callaway
• Friday, August 23rd, 2025 - "Unmaking of June Farrow" by Adrienne Young

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