Whats Happening: July 17-19

Another night of music will rock downtown Wilmington Friday night. Same As It Ever Was, a Talking Heads tribute band, takes center stage at the Downtown Sundown Concert Series. The concert begins at 6:00 p.m. and ends at 10:00 p.m.

We are in the middle of summer. If you still need a good beach read, get one without breaking the bank. The northeast branch of New Hanover County Library is having a sale Saturday. Hours are from 10: a.m. until 2 p.m.

If you prefer the water to the sand, you can enjoy a bottom fishing experience on a catamaran at Wrightsville Beach. Tackle, bait, license and guide are included. The two hour fishing charter costs $30 for adults and $15 for kids 12 and under. Call 910-341-0836 for reservations.

You can tour North Carolina’s oldest rural cemetery Saturday. The Oakdale Cemetery Historical Tour begins at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 12:00 p.m. Admission is eight dollars per person. Call 910-762-5682 for more.

Celebrate the 60’s Saturday in a healthy way – a Summer of Love Run and Fun Walk begins at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Far Out After Party. Runners and walkers need to meet at the Wilmington Athletic Club. There will be food, drinks and music. The cost if fifteen dollars.

A big benefit concert for the community Boys and Girls Club is Saturday night. It begins at 4:00 p.m. at Kefi on Eastwood Road. Tickets are $75 each or two for $125.

You can always find out what’s happening by going to our Community Calendar page.