Island Activities All Ages


Holiday Fresh Flower Arrangement Class
Holiday Fresh Flower Arrangement Class

Holiday Fresh Flower Arrangement Class

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Join in on this wonderful class where this month, participants will learn to make a Holiday Candle Centerpiece. This will be a fresh floral arrangement. Participants will need to bring shears or scissors to cut flowers. Additional detailed list of supplies will be e-mailed upon registration.

To register for this class, visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS.

For questions, email ekincer@oakislandnc.gov or call 910-278-5518.

$35 Residents / $40 Non- Residents

When: 10:00 AM - NOON

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

Registration: OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS registration deadline October 30, 2025

With Dave Duty

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Holiday Fresh Flower Arrangement Class 11/06/2025
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September Craft Class
September Craft Class

September Craft Class

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

WHEN: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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

$15 Residents / $20 Non- Residents

Come join this new, monthly crafting class 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.

Come paint this month with Maria! Create a fun, hand-painted fall, pumpkin canvas.

Not an artist? No worries!! Maria will provide detailed instruction as well at some stencils to help you create a masterpiece!

To register for the class, visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS.

For any questions, email ekincer@oakislandnc.gov.

Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
September Craft Class 09/17/2025
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Silk Floral Arrangement Class
Silk Floral Arrangement Class

Wreath Silk Floral Arrangement Class 

With Dave Duty

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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

Registration: OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS Registration deadline September 12, 2025

$30 Residents / $35 Non- Residents

Come and learn how to put together a silk flower wreath. Participants will need to bring a wreath, silk flowers, glue gun, and ribbon. Dave will show you how to put together the most beautiful wreath. Additional detailed list of supplies will be emailed to you upon registration.

To register for this class visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS. For questions or to learn more, email Emily Kincer at ekincer@oakislandnc.gov or 910-278-5518.

Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Silk Floral Arrangement Class 10/23/2025
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Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat

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

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Trunk Or Treat 10/31/2025
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Wreath Silk Floral Arrangement Class
Wreath Silk Floral Arrangement Class

Wreath Silk Floral Arrangement Class 

With Dave Duty

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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

Registration: OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS Registration deadline September 12, 2025

$30 Residents / $35 Non- Residents

Come and learn how to put together a silk flower wreath. Participants will need to bring a wreath, silk flowers, glue gun, and ribbon. Dave will show you how to put together the most beautiful wreath. Additional detailed list of supplies will be emailed to you upon registration.

To register for this class visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS. For questions or to learn more, email Emily Kincer at ekincer@oakislandnc.gov or 910-278-5518.

Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Wreath Silk Floral Arrangement Class 09/17/2025
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Between The Lines: Book Club
Between The Lines: Book Club

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)

Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Between The Lines Book Club: August - "Fifth Avenue Artists" and "Unmaking of June Farrow" 08/22/2025
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Register Park 18+ Years 4/22
Between The Lines Book Club: September - "Hieroglyphics" 09/19/2025
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Ocean Education Center 18+ Years 2/22
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Between The Lines Book Club: October - "Saints of Swallow Hill" 10/24/2025
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Bill Smith Park 18+ Years 0/22
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Between The Lines Book Club: November - "When These Mountains Burn" 11/21/2025
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Ocean Education Center 18+ Years 0/22
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Between The Lines Book Club: December - "Through the Snow Globe" 12/19/2025
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Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands
Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands

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

Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands - September 12-13 09/12/2025–09/13/2025
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Ocean Education Bldg. at 4700 E. Oak Island Dr., Caswell Beach 15/15
Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands - October 10-11 10/10/2025–10/11/2025
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Ocean Education Bldg. at 4700 E. Oak Island Dr., Caswell Beach 11/15
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Line Dancing Club
Line Dancing Club

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.

Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Line Dancing Club 03/04/2025–10/28/2025
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