All of Topsail Magazine
Our Articles in Chronological Order
Raising the Bar
Three women business owners revive an old Surf City shopping complex.
Comfort from the Kitchen
Is there anything better on a winter night than your very own homemade mini chicken pot pie?
A Clear Path Forward
Pender County Schools Superintendent Dr. Steven Hill focuses on making education relevant for every student.
Serving Strength & Support
Topsail Young Life has been standing by area teens when they need it most for nearly 20 years and is now in search of a new leader.
Blueberry Drop
Burgaw’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration is back live and in person for 2021.
The Dolphin Dip is Back
Take an invigorating New Year’s Day hop in the ocean to benefit Share the Table.
Neighbors Feeding Neighbors
Share the Table’s Reverse Advent Calendar invites daily giving.
Every Season is Oyster Season
Three Little Spats Oyster Co has a long lineage in the oystering business yet they’re seeking to change how the public perceives oyster season.
A New Chief
As Chief Ron Shanahan retires, Surf City welcomes Phil Voorhees as the new police chief starting January 1.
Not For Kids Only
Adults love hot chocolate too, especially with a splash of schnapps and my special secret ingredient.
Emergent: The Gift of Touch
Take his holidays to a deeper level with the gift of massage and reiki therapy.
Fudge and Fun
Topsail Island Trading Company in Surf City, sister store to The Gift Basket in Topsail Beach, is known for its tasty homemade fudge, but there’s a whole lot more to the store.
Notable Neighbors
Meet the people who call Topsail Island home.
New Holiday Event
A Christmas Tree Lighting is coming to Hampstead Kiwanis Park on December 3.
Nauti or Nice
Get those boats decked out for the 2021 Greater Topsail Christmas Flotilla, or come watch and enjoy the fun.
Top Recognition
Pender Early College High School accepts it award as a National Blue Ribbon School in Washington, D.C.
Where Tacos Meet the Beach
Surf City Line offers cocktails, tacos and amazing beachfront views.
Christmas in the Country
Old Homestead Farm in Rocky Point transforms into a winter wonderland during the holiday season.
To Learn the Ocean is to Love the Ocean
With Ecological Marine Adventures camps and classes, Taylor and Amber Maready provide fun outdoor experiences while instilling a sense of environmental hope in the next generation.
New Kids on the Block
Diver Surfside Cafe, a family-run business offering coffee, fresh-pressed juices and smoothies, is run by a longtime local and a couple who is new in town.
A Place to Connect and Thrive
Topsail Senior Center helps with advocacy, socialization, nutrition, exercise and more for the area’s older population.
Farmers at Last
After many setbacks of the pandemic postponed their new farming venture, Shari and Sean Donahue finally opened Surf City Farm in June 2021.
Island Time Cleaning & Construction
Island Time Cleaning & Construction was started 10 years ago by Samantha Damiano and stepped up its game after Hurricane Florence.
Winging It
TopSea Wingz in Hampstead delights the wings lovers of Topsail.
A 19th Hole Worth Waiting For
When a brewery owns a golf course and has plans to open a massive beer garden as the 19th hole, times are good.
Award Winning School
Pender Early College High School earns the National Blue Ribbon honor.
Selling Pender County to the World
Tammy Proctor’s job is to make sure everyone knows that Pender County is one of the best places to live, visit and retire.
GooseBumps in the Grove
The Poplar Grove Witches are ready to throw down for another infamous family-friendly festival.
Angie Wilkie with Keller Williams
If you are looking to buy a home, Angie Wilkie with Keller Williams has a choice of many listings, and making her clients happy is her top priority.
Community, Not Competition
In the Four Corners area of Sneads Ferry, a collective of powerhouse women supports each other while growing their individual businesses.
Time to Get Tickets
Tickets for Ghost Walk: Ghosts of Pender’s Past are on sale now and will sell fast.
Topsail High School Pirate Classic
16 area high school marching bands will compete at Topsail High School on Saturday, October 16, along with two very special guest performances.
School Successes and Challenges
Pender Education Partnership will hold its third annual State of Education and Economy event on October 21.
Autumn with Topsail
Topsail Beach’s favorite fall festival is back on October, 15, 16 and 17.
Golden Grove Insurance
The folks at Golden Grove Insurance look forward to meeting you soon and making you part of their family.
Quick & Easy Meat & Taters
The all-in-one sheet pan technique works well for steak and potatoes too.
New Hire at PCS
Bob Fankboner will join the Pender County Schools leadership team as communications coordinator.
Preserving a Legacy
A new heritage trail highlights important sites of African-American history in Pender County.
Emergent: Passing the Pigskin and Pumpkins
Serving the community in unexpected ways is good for you and the community.
Let the Good Times Roll
Topsail Beach Skating Rink has been a family-friendly tradition for more than 55 years.
Fun for the Ocean
Celebrate Surf City’s wave-riding heritage and help protect the ocean at Surf City Ocean Fest 2021 on October 8 and 9.
Living the Dream
A recent college graduate brings a healthy smoothie cafe to Hampstead.
A Rich History, A Promising Future
Camp Davis contributed to the massive growth of Holly Ridge in the 1940s, and the site, now an industrial park, continues to be responsible for the area’s growth today.
It’s Tequila Thyme
Reposado tequila, cava and fresh thyme come together for a sophisticated tequila experience.
Pulled Pork Comedy Show
Fill your belly and laugh out loud with four comedians at Smoky Tony’s on September 24.
Surf to Sound 5K
The inaugural Surf to Sound 5K is the perfect way to celebrate the Topsail Island community and all the small businesses that make up the area.
Pedal for a Purpose
Reel Housewives of Topsail Island Annual Breast Cancer Bike Ride.
Give and Take
Open Mic at The Second Row nurtures performers and audiences alike.
Veteran Suicide – A Different Perspective
The nonprofit group Save A Vet Now helps veterans. You can help them at a fundraiser at Battleship North Carolina on November 6.
An Educator with Heart
Pender County Principal of the Year, April Owens Perkins, loves working directly with the children and their families.
