Snow in Hubert North Carolina

I know some of you think I've lost my mind but snow is exciting here--it is a rarity! This is the first measurable snow we've had in 5 years.

We loved watching it fall and blanket all the trees, bushes and grass making our yards a winter wonderland here in Hubert N C. We only got a couple of inches but in the South, that's enough to stop EVERYTHING and cause us to sit by the window and watch it fall.

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By the end of the week, our temperatures will be back in the 60s so we'll enjoy the beautiful snow while it lasts, who knows when we'll see it again in Onslow County North Carolina.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

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We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

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Hubert and Swansboro NC Daycare and Preschools

I understand that in most families both parents work outside the home and it is necessary to have day care for preschool age children. I also realize what a daunting task it is to research and locate the day care and preschool facilities in an area when you are new to the area.

With so many military families relocating to Camp Lejeune Marine Base in Jacksonville, N C, I felt it would be helpful to put together a Child Care Directory.

This is the first of two directories which I will publish. This one concentrates on the Hubert and Swansboro area of Onslow County and the Daycares and Preschools located there.

The second one will focus on childcare centers in Jacksonville, N C.

Please understand that this is not an endorsement of any type and may not include all childcare facilities although I attempted to include all within the stated area.

The directory is my gift to you to assist you in your pursuit of a day care or preschool which will fit the needs of your child and meet your expectations and requirements.

1. Kids Educational Center - 677 Sand Ridge Rd, Hubert, NC 28539 910-326-6565

2. Childcare Network - 783 W Corbett Ave, Swansboro, NC 28584 Inc
910-326-3386 http://childcarenetwork.net

3. Dayspring Christian Pre-School -1111 Mount Pleasant Rd, Swansboro, NC 28584 910-325-1715

4. Swansboro Methodist Child Care - 665 W Corbett Ave, Swansboro, NC 28584 910-326-3711 Fax: 910-325-0717

5. Star Search 2000 Child Care -2034 Hunters Ridge Dr, Midway Park, NC 28544 910-353-4121

I would be honored to assist you in your relocation to Camp Lejeune or any area of Onslow County, North Carolina.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

Swansboro NC Library Events (edit/delete)

Hello Swansboro and Hubert N. C Neighbors,

Do you know what is going on at your library? If not you and your children are missing out on the opportunity to participate in some excellent programs and activities.

The Swansboro library may not be large in size but for what it lacks in size, it makes up for in enthusiasm and passion. Keep in mind that it is a branch of the Onslow County Public Library System and has access to all of the resources of the system.

There are events for children, teens and adults. Some are weekly and others are special one time events.

Mother Goose Time – Thursday 10 to 10:30 AM

A weekly program for children up to 3 years with their caregivers. Rhymes, music and songs provides entertaining stimulation story and play time

Pre-School Story Time – Tuesdays 11 to 11:30 AM

A weekly story time for children 3 to 5 years without their caregivers. An opportunity for children to discover the wonderful world of books and experience independence.

Kids Creation – 1^st Thursday of each month – 4:30 to 5:30 PM.

An hour of after school entertainment for school age children includes books, stories and activities.

Let’s Talk About It – Thursday , March 6 at 7 PM

An adult discussion time featuring the children's books Dragonwings by Lawrence Yep and The Giver by Lois Lowry. Call or stop by the library to pick up copies of the books.

Upcoming Special Events

American Girl Tea Party – Saturday March 29, 10 – 11 AM

Girls in grades 2 to 5 are encouraged to participate in a special tea and craft party in honor of the beloved American Girl book series.

Pamlico Joe in Concert – Tuesday April 15 at 11 AM

Pamlico Joe and Clean Water Flo will present a concert featuring singing, guitar, bongos and more. An exploration of ways to keep our land, water and air safe and clean in a common sense way.

A Taste of Iraq for Kids - Thursday April 10 at 6:30 PM

Celebrating Diversity Month and Month of the Military Child, the Onslow County Public Library invites school age children to meet Major Lee Suttee, former USMC Civil Affairs Chief in Ramadi, Iraq, to experience Iraqi culture as well as ask questions.

Many of the community children are from Camp Lejeune military families who have or have had a parent in Iraq.

Though they may not voice their questions and concerns, these children have many unanswered questions about the place their parent is or has been. This is a marvelous opportunity for them to learn more about Iraq, its people and culture.

For more information call the library 910 326 4888

More articles about the Onslow County Libraries

• Swansboro, NC Library Events January 20-26, 2008 (history of library is included)
• Free Family Events in Onslow County, N C
• Onslow County NC Summer Activities for Kids

  
  

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

Mullet Festival In Downtown Swansboro NC


Make plans now to attend Swansboro's 53rd Mullet Festivial. It is going to be a week-end filled with lots of activities so mark your calendar now. Swansboro prides itself in presenting family oriented festivals throughout the year and this is the biggest one of all

(photo courtesy of Flick ~sailor~)

October 13-14 - Swansboro's 5

3rd Mullet Festival in Downtown Swansboro

• Food
• Lots of Mullet to Eat
• Variety of Food Vendors
  

• Arts and Crafts

• Activities for Children

• Live Entertainment
  • The Tams
  • Jackie Gore
  • 4 Knights
  • Clifford Curry
  • The Attractions
  
  

Make plans now to attend this fun filled family event in Swansboro, N. C. in Onslow County.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor®, Onslow County Home Specialist

Vietnam Veterans Give What They Did Not Get
Many of you served in the military during the Vietnam war or are related to someone who did. I only know what I have read, heard or was taught in school (which was very little). However, I do know it was a very unpopular war and that the soldiers did not get the recognition and support they deserved which left many bitter and scarred.

However, there are always some people who know how to take the wrong and make a right and that is just what Michael Engi and fellow Vietnam veterans are doing.

These Vietnam veterans drop whatever they are doing night or day to welcome home the returning troops at Fort Dix. It is their mission to make sure these military men and women receive a hearty welcome home unlike the lonely return home they experienced.

This is a heart warming story about how Michael Engi organized these efforts and how welcoming home the Soldiers help heal him and his fellow Vietnam veterans. Mr. Engi says America's newest veterans are overcome with gratitude and emotion as they are welcomed home. (photo courtesty of Flickr-rsktphotos)

I just had to share this with you today, whether we agree or disagree with the war in Iraq, these men and women deserve our gratitude and respect.

I work with many military families relocating to Camp Lejeune and buying a home in Hubert NC and I consider it an honor to assist these families in locating a home in Onslow County NC.

If I can assist you in any way, please Contact me

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor®, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

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Swansboro Volleyball

Swansboro's volleyball team will get an early start on the season by hosting and participating in the Joseph L Beasley Spikefest tournament on August 25. The nine teams participating are:

• Swansboro
• East Carteret
• Pamlico
• New Hanover
• Ashely
• Laney
• Dixon

There is a one time admission fee (upon payment a wrist band will be issued and will be honored for remaining games) $4 for adults, $2 for students, children under 6 free.

Photo Courtesy of Flickr by Eric Overndeik

Cynthia Tilghman, Onslow County Home Specialist, 910 459 9189 Contact me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making House Homes

We take pride in assisting Military families in locating housing in Onslow County, NC

Swansboro, N C - Queens Creek Elementary School -
Queens Creek Elementary School is located at 159 Queens Creek Road in Swansboro and serves a portion of Swansboro and all of Hubert. I have gathered some facts which I hope will be help for parents, especially those relocating to this area.


Grades: Kindergarten through 5

Enrollment: 542

School Rating By Parents - Scoring 1-5 (5 being highest)

• Principal Leadership 5
• Teacher Quality 5
• Extracurricular Activities 4
• Parent Involvement 5
• Safety and Discipline 5

Teacher Experience

• 0-3 years 24%
• 3-10 years 18%
• + 10 years 59%

Ethnicity:

• Asian 1%
• Black 13%
• Hispanic 3%
• Indian -1%
• White 83%

End of Year Test Scores:
Reading

• Grade 3 - 86.9%

• Grade 4 - 86.9%
• Grade 5 - 86.1%
  
  

Math

• Grade 3 - 72.%
• Grade 4 - 72.2%
• Grade 5 - 61.1%

Submitted by Cynthia Tilghman, Onslow County Home Specialist
Kingsbridge Realty, Inc. 910 459 9189

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Hooked By a Flounder
If you live on the East coast (I don't know about the West coast) and are looking for things to do and enjoy a good adventure--go flounder gigging. I am going to assume here that you do know what a founder is, oh ok so you don't. It is a delicious, mild fish--a favorite of many--that is found in our waters here in EasternCoastal North Carolina.

Perhaps you think all fish are caught by hook or net but that is not necessarily true. On a calm night when there is no wind and the moon is shining brightly over the bay, is a perfect night for flounder gigging. No, you cannot gig during the day, it must be at night. Let's see if I can explain how it idone.

Equipment Needed

• 1. A gig --3 or 5 prong spear on a long stick
• 2. Underwater lights --available at any hardware store, bait and tackle shop and even convenience stores
• 3. A battery to hook the lights to (like a car battery)
  
• 4. A clear and calm night with a medium tide
• 5. Sand bar where flounder come in as the tide rises
• 6. A flat bottom boat (nothing fancy here) --you're not going to be riding--the boat is to carry the lights and battery and perhaps one person that poles the boat (the motor is not allowed)
• 7. Mosquito spray
• 8. Your favorite beverage
• 9. Shoes you don't mind getting wet (remember you will be walking in the water)
• 10. A couple of good friends

Ok, you're set with all the equipment. You have hooked the lights to the battery and put the lights in the water are now walking along, gig in hand. How do you find the flounder? As you walk along (remember I said the water needed to be clear and you will be on a sand bar so it is not deep) you look for the outline of the flounder in the sand. It will be almost totally buried, but once you get the hang of it - you will see the outline of the fish very clearly. Obviously, once you see one that is adequate in size (there are legal size limitation) you stab the flounder with the gig. Easy enough? Well, maybe and maybe not. It is more of a challenge than you might thinkto get the fish with the first try (after all, you have been enjoying your beverage of choice on the ride out so your perceiption may be a little distorted) and if you miss, Mr. Flounder definitely does not stick around for you to try the second time. But...once you get one, you're the one hooked!

What a great way to spend a summer night was some friends, walking around in the sound with a spearlooking for buried fish! Sounds a little primitive, doesn't it? And talk about good eating, I make a stuffed flounder that is incredible. Maybe I will post that soon.

Did you learn anything? I'd like to know.

Cynthia Tilghman, Onslow County Home Specialist

Contact me 910 459 9189

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc.