I am super excited about the 2022 Beach Bike Poker Run. We are off to a great start with securing fantastic bar stops and terrific sponsors! Please visit Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club Facebook page to view their support and generosity. Registration for this event is available online beginning April 1 at www.emeraldisleparrotheads.com .

I would like to take this opportunity to share, from the Semper Fi & America’s Fund 2021 Annual Report, how much our contribution means to the Outdoor Odyssey Kids Camp. It may be lengthy but worth the read:

“Your generous donation of $8,601 in September 2021 helped to offset the cost of transportation for 40-50 children from Onslow and Carteret Counties in NC, to attend camp at the Outdoor Odyssey in Boswell, Pennsylvania. Offering support and resources geared to the needs of children of service members suffering from catastrophic injuries and life-threatening illnesses is a priority. We are thankful for your support as we continue to adapt our assistance and programs to meet the unique needs of these “hidden heroes.” 

At the onset of COVID-19 pandemic, we were well prepared, as a virtual organization to pivot our service to meet the needs of military families by incorporating virtual programming to ensure the health and safety of the entire Semper Fi & American’s Fund family. As pandemic restrictions began to ease, we were thrilled to reconnect children and families to in-person events, including camp at Outdoor Odyssey.

 During the camp, children learned to leverage their unique experiences to address the stressors related to having a military parent with a catastrophic injury or illness. Children gained confidence through activities, such as conquering a climbing wall, and developed tools to be successful in school and life. Leadership skills and coping principles and philosophies were wrapped around every activity, giving campers a real-life takeaway as they returned home. Activities included opportunities to build lifelong relationships and a support system of people with shared experiences to continue beyond their time at camp and remind them that they do not have to face these challenges on their own.”

Thanks to all of you who participate every year in our BBPR and contribute to this worthy cause as we “Party with a Purpose!” Jan H, President

HEY PARROTHEADS AND PHRIENDS! 

We’re looking for pholks who are planning to go to the Jimmy Buffet Concert at Walnut Creek Music Park in Raleigh, NC on Saturday, April 23. The Club is trying to organize a car caravan to Walnut Creek so we can tailgate together. We are thinking of leaving Publix Parking Lot at Emerald Isle at 12 noon.  The gates will open at 3 p.m. and this will give us plenty of time to tailgate prior to the 8 p.m. concert.

Please leave a message in comment section below if  you are interested in joining the EIPHC caravan!  We will contact you with additional information prior to the event.

         Several EIPHC members were invited to attend the 2022 Wish Upon A Chef event in Wilmington, NC on March 17, 2022. This is the second time that members from the club  have been invited to attend.  The event is a fundraiser for Make a Wish Eastern NC. The evening was filled with food and fun. Attendees sampled appetizers, main dishes and desserts prepared by area chefs as they competed for Best Dish in each category. There were numerous silent auction items and a live auction as well. Several previous “wish” recipients shared their stories and how the Make A Wish organization had impacted their lives. The event raised $275,000 to help grant wishes to the 500 plus children who are currently waiting for “wishes” in our area. The average wish costs approximately $7500. The EIPHC is a supporter of Make A Wish Eastern NC through our Island Santa Bar Crawl which is held each year on the first Saturday in December. The 2021 crawl raised $30,350 for this great cause.

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JOIN  US AT THE  E-CLUB FOR “THE LIFE CELEBRATION” EVENT  for Bonnie on  Sunday March 27 beginning at 1.   BRING A POT LUCK DISH to share.  Dickie Scearce  will be playing her favorite tunes, a 50/50 will be held for her favorite charity, and several folks will share with us their favorite memories of her!!! You can sign up for this event on EIPHC Facebook Page or just show up! See you there!

0NLINE REGISTRATION REMAINS OPEN FOR LIMITED TICKETS!

 DEADLINE EXTENDED!!! SIGN UP NOW!

You asked for it! You got it! Two big buses will be ready to whisk us away to Kinston to visit Mother Earth Brewing and the Down East Wood Ducks Game at Grainger Stadium again this year! This adventure is full of fun and offers everything parrot heads love!

When we arrive at the Brewery, we can spend time sipping their craft beers in the tap room and beer garden or explore other establishments nearby.  At the stadium, we’ll enjoy a private party in the 2-story Mother Earth Pavilion, receive a free t-shirt, and enjoy the best of trop rock music by the fabulous and award winning artist, Ricky Lamb & the Phin Addicts. A food buffet and 2 cash bars for beer and other drinks will also be available.

So, register today!!! The online registration can be found on our website at www.emeraldisleparrotheads.com under the Menu labeled “Beer and Baseball.”  Baseball ticket/Private Party only is $25 per person.  Baseball ticket/Private Party and Bus is $60 per person. You can also register in person at the March 4 phlocking. So, get out your koozie and your baseball cap and let’s hit the road! Below is our schedule:

11:00 a.m.          Depart on Buffett bus from Publix parking lot located on Emerald Isle, NC (don’t be late and no large coolers please since it’s only a little over an hour each way)

12:15 p.m.          Arrive at Mother Earth Brewing Co. (free time on your own to explore downtown)

2:45 p.m.             Depart on Buffett bus at Brewery

3:00 p.m.             Arrive at Grainger Stadium

3:15 p.m.             Phin-Addicts

4:00 p.m.             Cheeseburger in Paradise Buffet (approx time)

5:00 p.m.             Ballgame

8:00 p.m.             Board Buffett Bus and depart Grainger Stadium (departs after game)

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

As a member of the Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club*, you are invited to attend EIPHC’s PHLUFF UP THE PHLOCK annual membership meeting at 4 pm on Sunday, January 23. If you are interested in joining us by virtual ZOOM, see below for Zoom Invite instructions.  If you decide to join us “IN PERSON,” the PHluffing will be held at the home of Lois Gray at 6717 Ocean Dr., Emerald Isle, NC, and pre-registration is unnecessary. There is plenty of meeting space and an elevator available. The focus of the meeting is to elect our 2022 Board members and Members at Large and to plan our events and monthly phlockings for the New Year!  This is your opportunity to serve on the Board, volunteer for a “Big Bird” position, be a committee member, suggest a new event or just VOICE your opinion! Our BYLAWS contain the description and qualification for each position and can be reviewed at www.emeraldisleparrotheads.com on the MENU entitled “Membership.” Be advised that our meeting is casual and open-minded. New and fresh ideas are welcomed!

The positions are voted upon yearly as follows and will include the incumbent(s) if they wish to remain in office:

Officers/Board:

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer(s)

Members at Large:

Activities Director(s)

Membership Director(s)

Technology Director

Communications Director

In addition, attendees will have an opportunity to review the Annual Report for year ending 2021, prepared by Betty Strader, Secretary, which includes all events, the hours of service by volunteers and all funds donated to charities throughout 2021. This report and membership dues are required by our national club, Parrot Heads in Paradise “PHIP” in January of each year, to be officially and nationally recognized as a club chapter member.

We are looking forward to seeing you.  Come ready to “PHluff up your PHeathers” by contributing to this NEW YEAR of 2022!

Join by Zoom

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The Island Santa Bar Crawl 2021 was held the first weekend in December. This event is held annually and benefits Make a Wish of Eastern NC. This year’s event included a Christmas Pajama Party at the EIPHC monthly Phlocking on Friday, the Island Santa Bar Crawl on Saturday, and a Bloody Mary Contest and Auction on Sunday. There were also several private parties held by local individuals to fundraise for this great cause during Crawl Week. This year’s event raised $30,350.00 for Make a Wish. This donation will help grant wishes for critically ill children in our area of the state. The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club is extremely proud to be a part of this annual fundraising effort
Big Birds, Moh Traini and Jimi Crampton along with EIPHC President Jan Hicks would like to thank everyone who made this event such a BIG success. The ISBC 2021 stops included: Surf’s Up, Trading Post, Beach Bums, Shark’s Den, Island Time Tavern, The Growler and Gaffer’s. The E-Club, our home “nest” was a huge support as always. This year, we added an additional event on Sunday at 34 North in Cedar Point, and we hope this will become an ongoing part of the Crawl Weekend. There were approximately 350 participants at this year’s event on Saturday and a PHun time was had by all!! THANK YOU to everyone who participated, donated and otherwise supported Island Santa Bar Crawl 2021. We’ll see you the first weekend of December 2022 when we do it all over again!!