Today's News

Spring has sprung and the Brunswick bands are playing sweet music. Each year, the Brunswick Concert Band and Big Band give back to the community and their supporters by performing free spring concerts in Caswell Beach and Sunset Beach.
On Friday, May 4, the Brunswick Concert Band will perform at Hatch Auditorium on Caswell Beach beginning at 7:30 p.m. under the direction of Steve Skillman. The program will include a tribute to Rodgers and Hammerstein, highlights from “The Music Man” and “The Purple Carnival March.”

During the past few years, I have been asked when I’m going to write another book. Hard on the heels of that question came an unsolicited request. When you do, include your newspaper columns. Years ago, I was told I should write a book about the importance of leaving a legacy for future generations. As a friend of mine is wont to say, “I listened...and took it all seriously.”

Brunswick County 4-H, sponsored by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, will offer a variety of activities, field trips, and day camps for children through the “Super Heroes in Training” 4-H Summer Enrichment Program. This summer is full of fun and educational activities for youth to participate in, beginning June 18.

By Tom Woods
Master Gardener

Often purchased as a gift plant, big leaf hydrangea can be transplanted in landscapes and enjoyed year after year. It prefers morning sun, afternoon shade and moist, well-drained soil. It will grow in locations with afternoon sun, but will probably wilt and need more supplemental watering.