Looking For A Beach Book?
June 28, 2011 by gary
Filed under Islands Art
Heading to beach and looking for a great summer read?
Check out Islands-Art.com for some unique books by nationally renowned local authors and artists.
The works of the writers include romance Novels, Mysteries, History and fun. All have ties to this very special place along NC’s Coast. Read more
Sunset Beach Facebook Launch!
June 21, 2011 by Kim
Filed under Around The Town
Your favorite site SunsetNC.com has joined the facebook craze! On our facebook page you can find links to our articles, other sites and comments from some of our readers. ‘Like’ us on facebook and discover a whole new way to connect to the coastal way of life!
Gazebo at Sunset Print
June 20, 2011 by gary
Filed under Islands Art
Giclée Print by nationally renowned local nature Read more
Sunset Flyover Video
June 20, 2011 by gary
Filed under Around The Town
OK so this guy gets a kite and attaches a small video camera and … well lets let him tell us:
This is my 2nd attempt at KAV (Kite Aerial Video). The video was shot in the evening on July 21st, 2009 at Sunset Beach, NC. I would estimate that the camcorder was probably 75ft – 100ft in the air, and winds were probably 10mph – 15mph.
The first and last couple minutes of the video are considerably more shaky because I’m letting out and/or bringing in line at the time. Otherwise, I’m pretty happy with the minimal shakiness of the video, especially considering the whole camera/video rig consists of a couple nuts and bolts, sheet metal, a servo, and string, all dangling from a kite line. The video is a bit lengthy, but whatever, I thought it was cool to see the entire flight from start to finish. I also thought it was pretty cool to see birds flying BELOW the shot, as well as hearing the howl of the kite line at times. It also never gets old seeing Myrtle Beach in the distance when the camcorder is facing south-west.
TECHNICAL STUFF
••• Kite •••
10ft. Alpine DC by Into The Wind
••• Line •••
100# braided Dacron, 500ft
••• Accessories •••
2 x 20*ft. Gomberg inflatable tube tail
2 x 15ft. Gomberg ribbon tail
••• KAP/KAV Rig •••
Brooxes HoBEAK kit
••• Camera •••
JVC Everio GZ-MS120 Digital Camcorder
••• Location •••
Sunset Beach, NC @ 37th Street
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Holden Brothers Farm Market
June 17, 2011 by gary
Filed under Attractions/Events
Located on Highway 17, about 1o minutes from Sunset Beach (just about a half mile south of the entrance road to Ocean Isle Beach), The Holden Brothers Farm Market is a great place to check out any time of year. But especially in the Fall. Read more
What’s Going On Up There?
June 4, 2011 by gary
Filed under Attractions/Events
Get out of the heat this summer and enjoy a few cool shows—at Ingram Planetarium in Sunset Beach.
The planetarium, at 7625 High Market St. in The Village at Sunset Beach, is on its summer schedule now and opens at noon Tuesdays through Saturdays.
The Ingram Planetarium offers a number astronomy and science programs.
Displays abound in the planetarium’s Paul Dennis Science Hall, and free family activities are offered at 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays through Aug. 19.
Check out “Navigating the Seas,” covering the function of basic tools used in celestial navigation.
On Wednesdays, the featured program is “Turtle Talk,” with Sunset Beach Turtle Patrol volunteers teaching about the life cycle of sea turtles and their work to save them.
Thursdays are “Sun Fun Day.” Learn how the sun works, look through a solar telescope (weather permitting), and participate in other sun-related activities.
The planetarium’s 85-seat Sky Theater simulates a perfectly dark, starry night, and it is unsafe to move around during shows. Late arrivals are not admitted to the theater. All shows are one hour or less.
The show schedule through Sept. 4 kicks off each day at 1 p.m. with “Astronaut,” a new show appropriate for all ages. Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut while exploring amazing visualizations of space. Float around the Space Shuttle and watch Chad, an animated test astronaut, as he learns about the perils of space.
The 2 p.m. show features “Oasis in Space.” Voyage through the solar system and deep into the universe in search of water, the key ingredient to life on earth. Learn about our solar system and the universe. It’s suitable for ages 8 and older.
At 3 p.m., the planetarium features “Zula Patrol: Under the Weather,” which is best suited for a younger audience. Join the team from the planet Zula as they use the pet Gorga to collect and learn about weather here on Earth and across the solar system.
The featured show at 4 p.m. is “Seven Wonders,” recommended for ages 9 and older. Turn back time and witness the seven ancient wonders of the world as they have not been seen for thousands of years. Then journey through space and see seven cosmic wonders as never seen before.
At 5 and 6 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays through Aug. 19, the planetarium offers laser music shows. Laser music programs are like a rock concert without the band, and they are loud.
Admission per show is $8 adults and $6 for senior adults and children ages 3-16. Those interested in seeing more than one show will receive a $1 discount.
Memberships are available. Groups should call for advance reservations and instructions.
Call 575-0033 or visit www.ingramplanetarium.org for more information.
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