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# Emerald Isle Parrothead Club

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- [Island Santa Bar Crawl December 6, 2025](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/10/29/island-santa-bar-crawl-2025-december-6-2025/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club’s 8th annual Island Santa Bar Crawl will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Proceeds from this event benefit Make a Wish of Eastern NC and make “wishes” come true for critically ill children in our local area. The EIPHC was recognized as a 2025 Wishmaker of the Year
- [Tutus for Tatas Diva Walk Oct. 2025](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/10/12/tutus-for-tatas-diva-walk-oct-2025/) - Fund Raiser - Fishin' For A Cure
- [Friday October 3 Phlocking “PHall into PHun!” E-CLUB, 7 p.m.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/09/23/friday-october-3-phlocking-fall-into-fun-e-club-7-p-m/) - Let’s get this party going!! The Phlocking will serve two purposes: To observe and honor Breast Cancer Awareness month. Our 50/50 raffle proceeds will be added to funds raised from the Tu-Tu’s for Ta-Ta’s Walk/Run scheduled for October 11 and will be donated to Fishin’ For A Cure. We all know special people who have
- [UPDATE: CHARITY ADDED TO AUGUST 1 PHLOCKING](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/07/24/update-charity-added-to-august-1-phlocking/) - Let's invest in their future with the proceeds from our 50/50 raffle. Since 1999, the Carteret Partnership for Children has proudly served the children and families of Carteret County, focusing on early childhood education, family support, and nurturing child and family health. It is dedicated to providing positive, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate experiences for children
- [](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/07/20/9585/) - "PEACE, LOVE AND PARTY" PHLOCKING Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club Phlocking, August 1 beginning at 7p.m. at the Emerald Club, 8102 Emerald Dr., Emerald Isle, NC Dress in your phavorite parrothead apparel, or surprise us in your hippie digs, or just come as you are! We are celebrating our 23rd year of the Emerald Isle
- [June PHlocking ~ Friday June 6, 7:00 pm @ The Emerald Club](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/06/03/june-phlocking-friday-june-6-700-pm-the-emerald-club/) - Take Me Out to the Ball Game! Come to the June PHlocking dressed in your favorite home team shirt or cap as we gear up for the annual baseball trip on Saturday to Grainger Stadium in Kinston, NC.Bring cash for the 50/50 raffle or make a donation to support our June charity ~ The Foundation
- [Sign Up Today to Reserve Your Seat!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/05/29/sign-up-today-to-reserve-your-seat/) - WAKE UP EVERYBODY!!! Don't miss one of the best adventures of your Parrot Head Life. If you have not signed up for the Beer and Baseball Adventure on June 7, you don't know the definition of PHUN! For $70 you can ride the party bus leaving at 1 pm to Kinston, land downtown, bar hop
- [2025 Beach Bike Poker Run for Martha's Mission](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/05/18/2025-beach-bike-poker-run-for-marthas-mission/)
- [Celebrate Parrot Day 🦜](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/05/12/celebrate-parrot-day-🦜/) - On May 31, 2025 Island Pets Veterinary Hospital will be hosting a special event in celebration of Parrot Day. Join them for this PHUN event and represent the Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club. There's a best dressed parrot costume contest and you know we love to "dress up".
- [Beach Bike Poker Run ~ Saturday, May 17th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/05/12/beach-bike-poker-run-saturday-may-17th/) - We hope to see you on Saturday for an awesome day of PHUN while supporting an amazing charity in our community! 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Registration Register in person at The Emerald Club ~ there will be no advance/online registration. $20 per person ~ Bring cash as it’s a cash only event! 1:00 pm
- [May 2025 Kentucky Derby Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/05/03/may-2025-kentucky-derby-phlocking/) - Food Drive & Fund Raiser for Martha's Mission
- [Beer & Baseball June 7th, SIGN UP NOW!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/05/01/beer-baseball-june-7th-sign-up-now/) - We have reserved a bus (55 seats) for our annual trip to Kinston to see the Bird Dawgs versus the Quebec Capitales at Grainger Stadium. The bus will leave Emerald Isle around noon and arrive in Kinston by 1:30 pm. Parrot Heads can visit Mother Earth Brewing and check out some local craft beers or
- [EIPHC Feeding Frenzy Music Fest 2025](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/04/29/eiphc-feeding-frenzy-music-fest-2025/) - Semper Fi & America's Fund Benefit
- [Feeding Frenzy Music Fest - Advance Ticket Sales End Today](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/04/24/feeding-frenzy-music-fest-advance-ticket-sales-end-today/) - Congratulations to Cindy Coombs! She purchased ticket number 200 to the Feeding Frenzy Music Fest and received $25 in beer tickets Only 8 hours left to get advance tickets online! Get your ticket by 8 pm today and save $10.00! For additional information about the event, artists, lodging and more, visit https://www.eitroprock.com/. To purchase tickets
- [PHlash PHlocking Alert! It's James Hicks Birthday!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/04/24/phlash-phlocking-alert-its-james-hicks-birthday/) - It's time to celebrate our fellow Parrot Head James Hicks! Join the party at either (or both) Gaffer's from 5 to 8 pm or Bar 57 from 8 to 11 pm on Friday April 25th.
- [Save the Date ~ May 17th Beach Bike Poker Run](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/04/22/save-the-date-may-17th-beach-bike-poker-run/) - It’s that time again! The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club's BEACH BIKE POKER RUN is Saturday, May 17th. $20 per person ~ CASH ONLY event. Registration is from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at The Emerald Club. 1:00 pm Bicycle Contest Dress up your bicycle and you! Prizes for TOP 3 best decorated bikes and
- [Calling all Parrot Heads! 🦜PHlash PHlocking Time](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/04/14/calling-all-parrot-heads-🦜phlash-phlocking-time/) - Join us on Saturday, April 19th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Thirsty Surfer and support The BackPack Friends Duck Race. On May 10th, 5000 little ducks and 200 big ducks will RACE to raise $$$ for BackPack Friends! Come hang out with other PHellow Parrot Heads! Guaranteed to be PHun! Can’t make the
- [Did you hear? More Free Beer!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/04/06/did-you-hear-more-free-beer/) - Congratulations to Jessica Edwards! She purchased ticket number 150 to the Feeding Frenzy Music Fest and received $25 in beer tickets. The FFMF committee is feeling generous and giving away more beer. Another $25 in beer tickets to the person who purchases ticket number 200! Only 16 days left to get advance tickets online! Get your ticket by Monday,
- [Free Beer? Yes, you heard it here!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/04/01/free-beer-yes-you-heard-it-here/) - Congratulations to Vickie King who purchased the 100th ticket to the Feeding Frenzy Music Fest and won $25 in beer tickets! Missed your chance? No worries, we are giving away another $25 in beer tickets to the purchaser of ticket number 150! For additional information about the event, artists, lodging and more, visit https://www.eitroprock.com/. To
- [Get Your Tickets Today!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/03/26/get-your-tickets-today/) - Our third annual Trop Rock festival is just over a month away! Mark your calendars and get your advance tickets today! Feeding Frenzy Music Fest Saturday, April 26 2025 Salty Pirate Water Park 8915 Reed Drive Emerald Isle, NC Gates open at 10:00 am Only 18 days left to pre-order and purchase tee shirts. Order
- [LAISSEZ LE BON TEMPS ROULER...Let The Good Times Roll](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/02/19/laissez-le-bon-temps-rouler-let-the-good-times-roll/) - Emerald Isle Parrot Head club invites you on "VENDREDI", March 7th @ 7:00 pm, to join us at the EClub for some PHoolish Phun!!! Don't put away your masks, beads, and parasols on Fat Tuesday because we want to see you flaunt, saunter, and march in our festive parade! Prizes for best dressed participants! Then
- [The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Is Now Open](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/02/16/the-phip-bob-heffelfinger-memorial-scholarship-is-now-open-2/) - We are proud to announce that The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest for 2025 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education. Is there an age limit to apply for this scholarship? No. Are you planning on any
- [LET'S DO IT AGAIN! WELCOME TO THE 2025 FEEDING FRENZY MUSIC FEST!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/01/28/lets-do-it-again-welcome-to-the-2025-feeding-frenzy-music-fest/)
- [Have you paid your 2025 Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club Dues?](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/01/16/have-you-paid-your-2025-emerald-isle-parrot-head-club-dues/) - Still want to be a Parrot Head? Last Chance to Pay 2025 Membership Dues or you will have to rejoin Collection of dues is extended to February 15. All 2025 dues must be paid by February15. It doesn’t matter what month you joined because our dues are only $10.00 per person and we do
- [DISCO INFERNO PHLOCKING FEBRUARY 7th at 7:00](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2025/01/16/disco-inferno-phlocking-february-7th-at-700/) - "What It Is" all you Casanovas and Queens. Come Groove Out with the Emerald Isle Parrot Head club Friday, February 7th @ 7:00 at the EClub. Let's see your funky, far out Threads and stellar, slammin' Gyrations! Prizes for the most Out Of Sight attire and boogie... Aww sooky sooky, the 50/50 drawing will benefit
- [2024 Island Santa Bar Crawl](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/12/08/2024-island-santa-bar-crawl/) - Fund Raiser for Make-a-Wish of Eastern North Carolina
- [Exciting news about Parrothead Cruise 2025](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/12/21/exciting-news-about-parrothead-cruise-2025/) - Big news about Parrothead Cruise 2025: We have two exciting additions to our musical entertainment Adding to our onboard lineup of Erica Sunshine Lee, Bob Karwin, Jeff Pike, and the Jonas Lorence Band we are thrilled to announce that Coral Reefer and Steelpan virtuoso Robert Greenidge will be sailing with us! Robert grew up in the heart of the Caribbean on
- [ISBC Raffle Items -Thank You!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/12/05/isbc-raffle-items-thank-you/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club would like to give a shout out to all of the businesses that have donated to our raffle, that will be held Saturday at the Island Santa Bar Crawl. The Crawl and raffle proceeds will all go to Make-A-Wish, ENC. Church Street Market and Grill, The Village Market, Ioanni’s
- [Island Santa Bar Crawl - THANK YOU!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/12/03/island-santa-bar-crawl-thank-you/) - Saturday is right around the corner and the Island Santa Bar Crawl is looking like our biggest event since we started. We could not do this event without the support of so many in our Emerald Isle community. We would like to start with Matt Morel and the EClub for always providing the EIPHC with
- [Final Day of Online Registration - December 3](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/12/03/final-day-of-online-registration-december-3/) - Today is the final day of online registration of the 2024 ISBC. Online registration will close this evening before 10pm. This is your last chance to register for $20. We will have in person registration from 1130am to 100pm at the EClub on Saturday. Event day registration is $25. All proceeds benefit Make a Wish
- [Santa Crawl Week is Here!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/12/01/santa-crawl-week-is-here/) - The Island Santa Bar Crawl is fast approaching. Online registration has been successful and we are expecting a HUGE turnout!! We have been busy collecting some GREAT raffle items including an Emerald Isle destination bracelet from JR Dunn, a Family Fun basket with gift cards that the kids with LOVE, a Dine the Coast basket
- [Time is Running Out - November 17th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/11/15/time-is-running-out-november-17th/) - ISBC T-shirt online sales will end Sunday, November 17th. Get your event t-shirts before it is too late!! The shirts are $20. They will be heather red and long sleeved with the event theme logo on the back and the ISBC logo on the front left chest area. Proceeds from the event benefit Make a
- [T-Shirt Orders End Sunday, November 17th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/11/10/t-shirt-orders-end-sunday-november-17th/) - Thank you to everyone who has registered for the ISBC and purchased merchandise. We are so excited to see the numbers and we are counting the days until the event. Online event t-shirt orders will end on Sunday, November 17th. These t-shirts will be heather red with long sleeves. The "Ho, Ho, Ho and a
- [Island Santa Bar Crawl 2024 - Save the Date](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/10/11/island-santa-bar-crawl-2024-save-the-date/) - The annual Island Santa Bar Crawl to benefit Make a Wish of Eastern NC will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. There will be 6 bar stops where you can enjoy drink specials and gather clues for this year's “word scramble game”. Don’t forget our costume contests for individuals and
- [Island Santa Bar Crawl - Register Online NOW!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/10/27/island-santa-bar-crawl-register-online-now/) - The online registration for the ISBC is active NOW!! You can register at emeraldisleparrotheads.com under the SHOP tab. Event t-shirts and tumblers are also available. On your phone the registration link and other items can be located through the drop down menu at the left side of the home page. The links are located under
- [Tutus for Tatas Diva Walk 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/10/21/tutus-for-tatas-diva-walk-2024/)
- [PHLASH PHLOCKING SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/09/12/phlash-phlocking-sunday-september-15-2024/) - SUNDAY FUNDAY END OF SUMMER JAM Join the Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club for a Phlash Phlocking at 1:00 on Sunday, September 15 at the Western Regional Public Beach Access. The party will be held on the beach right of the Lifeguard stand in front of Queen’s Court. It’s the first day of beach driving
- [Special Invitation](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/08/06/special-invitation/) - We have received an invitation to help the Parrot Heads of North Carolina (Raleigh) celebrate their 30th anniversary on Saturday, September 7, 2024 from 3pm-9:30pm. It would be PHun to support another area chapter and help them celebrate. Partying with a Purpose is always a good excuse for a road trip!! See additional details below....
- [22nd Anniversary Party](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/08/05/22nd-anniversary-party/) - Cheeseburgers in Paradise at the Emerald Club. Check presentation to Semper Fi & America's Fund. Make-A-Wish 50/50 and raffle a big success!
- [We're celebrating! August is our 22nd Anniversary!! August 2 - 4, 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/07/31/were-celebrating-august-is-our-22nd-anniversary-august-2-4-2024/) - August 2 ~ Phlocking, 7:00 - 9:00 pmJoin us on Friday for our monthly Phlocking at the Emerald Club where we will be kicking off our 22nd Anniversary Weekend and Partying with a Purpose for the benefit of Make-A-Wish of Eastern NC. Barefoot Wade, a Parrot Head favorite, will be providing the live music. Wear
- [Happy Anniversary Emerald Isle Parrot Heads! August 2 and 4, 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/07/17/happy-anniversary-emerald-isle-parrot-heads-august-2-and-4-2024/) - Friday, August 2, 2024 - Join us for our monthly Phlocking from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at the Emerald Club. We will be kicking off our 22nd Anniversary Weekend and Partying with a Purpose for the benefit of Make a Wish of Eastern NC. Barefoot Wade, a Parrot Head favorite, will be providing the live
- [Phlash Phlocking - July 24, 2024 Gaffer's, EI](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/07/17/phlash-phlocking-july-24-2024-gaffers-ei/) - Calling all Parrot Heads! 🦜It's past time for a Phlash Phlocking, so don't miss Yarn at Gaffers on Wednesday night, July 24 at 7:00. Yarn is a touring band and we are lucky to have them here for 2 nights in Emerald Isle. Come and enjoy the band and hang out with other Phellow Parrot
- [Friday July 5 Phlocking, 7:00 pm at the Emerald Club](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/06/30/friday-july-5-phlocking-700-pm-at-the-emerald-club/) - Supporting Emerald Isle for Veterans Our theme for July is Stars, Stripes and Parrots! Wear your red, white, and blue as we continue to celebrate Independence Day! Join us for the July Phlocking as we support Emerald Isle for Veterans, a recently formed non-profit supporting local veterans. Their mission is: To host events which raise
- [Friday June 7 Phlocking, 7:00 pm at the Emerald Club](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/06/04/friday-june-7-phlocking-700-pm-at-the-emerald-club/) - The theme for our next Phlocking is "A Night at the Movies", come dressed as your favorite movie character! There will be a popcorn machine and we'll watch a short documentary about our beloved Jimmy Buffett. Our charity for June is the Carteret Community Theatre. Founded in 1948, the theatre is a place where history comes
- [2024 Beer & Baseball Trip to Kinston](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/06/02/2024-beer-baseball-trip-to-kinston/)
- [2024 Beach Bike Poker Run for Semper fi & America's Fund](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/05/19/2024-beach-bike-poker-run-for-semper-fi-americas-fund/) - Proceeds from EIPHC's BBPR & Feeding Frenzy Music Festival Benefit Veterans and Their Families
- [Beer & Baseball, June 1st](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/05/19/save-the-date-beer-baseball-june-1st/) - UPDATE! - TIME CHANGE DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND!! DAYTIME BAR HOPPING AND LEAVE KINSTON RIGHT AFTER THE GAME. SIGN UP NOW FOR THE FINAL BEER & BASEBALL - JUNE 1ST. BE AT BUS AT 10:30 AM TO CHECK IN AT THE PUBLIX PARKING LOT IN EMERALD ISLE. We will depart at 11:00 AM for downtown
- [Beach Bike Poker Run 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/05/14/8084/) - Beach Bike Poker Run 2024
- [Feeding Frenzy Trop Rock Festival 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/05/08/feeding-frenzy-trop-rock-festival-2024/) - A great time was had by all who attended the 2024 Feeding Frenzy concert. Thank you so much to our volunteers, all who donated to the Semper Fi Fund, the amazing musicians and the mastermind of it all, James Hicks!
- [2ND FEEDING FRENZY MUSIC FEST, APRIL 27, 2024, THANKFUL WORDS FROM JAMES!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/04/30/2nd-feeding-frenzy-music-fest-april-27-2024-thankful-words-from-james/) - The day was blessed! There are so many folks to thank, so many that I can’t name them all. However, I do want to take this opportunity to acknowledge my committee members who helped bring this event together from beginning to end! They are rock stars! First, there was my wife, Jan, who encouraged and
- [Phlash Phlocking - Storage Unit Help!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/05/07/phlash-phlocking-storage-unit-help/) - Phlash Phlocking! Phlash Phlocking! Saturday May 11, 9:00 am - 11:00 am Hey Parrott Heads, we need some help! Our storage unit at Emerald Isle Self Storage needs organizing and cleaning out. Looking for some able bodied volunteers to come help sort through our treasures and organize our chaos. Meet at 8926 Crew Drive at
- [APRIL 5 PHLOCKING, 7 PM, EMERALD CLUB](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/03/29/april-5-phlocking-7-pm-emerald-club/) - Join us at our April phlocking to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month. Dress in BLUE to stand in solidarity with child abuse prevention efforts across the nation. This month our fundraising will support the One Place Child Advocacy Center, a local 501c3 nonprofit that provides specialized evaluations for children who have been sexually and/or physically abused.
- [FEEDING FRENZY MUSIC FEST UPDATE](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/03/27/feeding-frenzy-music-fest-update/) - UPDATE FOR FEEDING FRENZY MUSIC FEST CUTOFF DATE FOR T-SHIRTS: MARCH 30, 2024, 5 PM CUTOFF DATE FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION: APRIL 25, 2024, 5 PM Have you bought your tickets and t-shirts for the Feeding Frenzy Music Fest on April 27th? $30 admission tickets are presently available online! $40 at event! T-shirts are available only
- [March Phlocking - March 1, 2024 Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/02/18/march-phlocking-march-1-2024-outer-banks-wildlife-shelter/) - We are just a few days away from our March Phlocking. Come out and support OWLS. Don't forget to bring a donation from the list or use the QR code to order. We'll see you at the EClub!!! On March 1, 2024 we will be "Going Wild for Wildlife". The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club
- [The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Is Now Open](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/02/10/the-phip-bob-heffelfinger-memorial-scholarship-is-now-open/) - We are proud to announce that the PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest for 2024 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education. Is there an age
- [Twin Night - February Phlocking 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/02/05/twin-night-february-phlocking-2024/)
- [REMINDER: HEY, EMERALD ISLE PARROT HEADS 2024 DUES ARE DUE BY MARCH 1ST](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/01/29/reminder-hey-emerald-isle-parrot-heads-2024-dues-are-due-by-march-1st/) - Still want to be a Parrot Head? Last Chance to Pay 2024 Membership Dues or you will have to rejoin! Collection of dues is extended to March 1. All 2024 dues must pay by then. Data base will be updated to show only members whose dues are paid for 2024 Our dues are only
- [FEEDING FRENZY MUSIC FEST TROPICAL ROCK FESTIVAL](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/01/27/feeding-frenzy-music-fest-tropical-rock-festival/) - DON'T MISS! MORE TO COME!
- [JANUARY 12 PHLOCKING](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/01/07/january-12-phlocking/) - JANUARY 12 PHLOCKING! EMERALD ISLE PARROT HEAD CLUB is hosting its New Year's 2024 Phlocking on Friday January 12 at 7pm due to the E-Club's annual closure during the first 10 days of January. We are looking forward to seeing you all and sharing great food and the live music of the talented Ed Frankfort.
- [Phluff the Phlock Meeting - January 21, 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/01/04/phluff-the-phlock-meeting-january-21-2024/) - It's time for the Phlock to come together and plan for 2024. Our annual Phluff the Phlock Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 21st at 3:30pm. We will meet at the home of Lois Gray at 6717 Ocean Drive. We will be electing officers and planning for the year's events. We encourage all interested
- [January Phlocking - January 12, 2024](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2024/01/04/january-phlocking-january-12-2024/) - Hello Parrot Heads and Happy New Year!! Our monthly Phlocking will be held on Friday, January 12th from 7-9pm at the EClub. This is a change from our typical first Friday event due to the E-Club being closed for upkeep and maintenance. We will "Kick in up a Notch" for the New Year. Come celebrate
- [Abigail Padgett Donates Over $100 to Make-a-Wish of ENC](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/12/14/abigail-padgett-donates-over-100-to-make-a-wish-of-enc/) - Emerald Isle Parrothead Club Acknowledges Abigail Padgett of Carteret County, NC who handcrafted bracelets and keychains, sold them at a community event, and donated all sales to EIPHC's Make-a-Wish of Eastern NC Fund Raising Event in December.
- [Island Santa Bar Crawl 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/12/04/island-santa-bar-crawl-2023/) - Make-a-Wish Eastern North Carolina Fund Raiser Event
- [Happy Santa Bar Crawl Day!! Make a Wish Donation Info](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/12/02/happy-santa-bar-crawl-day-make-a-wish-donation-info/) - ARRGH You Ready to Crawl? Today's the day and we are ready for a HUGE event turnout. The PHUN will continue tomorrow at 34 North in Cedar Point at noon with our live auction, Chili Cook-Off and live music. We want to remind everyone that the events of this weekend are all for the benefit
- [2023 December Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/12/02/2023-december-phlocking/) - Santa Crawl Weekend Fund Raiser for Make-a-Wish
- [EI Christmas Parade Float 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/12/02/ei-christmas-parade-float-2023/)
- [THANK YOU!!! ISBC - Santa Sponsors](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/30/thank-you-isbc-santa-sponsors-2/) - Thank you to the following businesses for their sponsorship of the Island Santa Bar Crawl. We are still accepting sponsors for the event. All proceeds from this event benefit Make a Wish of Eastern NC. We would also like to send out a HUGE shout out to Todd and Marren and MTM Print Services for
- [THANK YOU!!! ISBC - Santa Sponsors](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/19/thank-you-isbc-santa-sponsors/) - Thank you to the following businesses for their sponsorship of the Island Santa Bar Crawl. We are still accepting sponsors for the event. All proceeds from this event benefit Make a Wish of Eastern NC. We would also like to send out a HUGE shout out to Todd and Marren and MTM Print Services for
- [Island Santa Bar Crawl Weekend IS ALMOST HERE!!!! Dec. 1-3](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/26/island-santa-bar-crawl-weekend-is-almost-here-dec-1-3/) - Are you ready for some PHUN? It's Island Santa Bar Crawl time in Emerald Isle. Online registration, pre-order t-shirt sales and event tumbler sales have ended, but don't worry it's not too late to join the PHUN. Remember, this event and all item sales benefit MAKE A WISH OF EASTERN NC. The Emerald Isle Parrot
- [EIPHC Christmas Float Information](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/22/eiphc-christmas-float-information/) - The Emerald Isle Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2023. The float committee has been working very hard on a great float for this years event. We would love to have as many members as possible to walk or ride and participate in the parade. The attached flyer contains important information for
- [ISBC- Chili Cook-Off and Live Auction December 3, 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/20/isbc-chili-cook-off-and-live-auction-december-3-2023/) - Thank you to everyone who has already registered to attend the 2023 Island Santa Bar Crawl on Saturday, December 2, 2023. The party does not end on Saturday. On Sunday, December 3, 2023 we will be keeping the party going at 34 North in Cedar Point. We will have LIVE MUSIC, a CHILI COOK-OFF and
- [ISBC 2023 Registration Closes in ONE WEEK!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/18/isbc-2023-registration-closes-in-one-week/) - Just a reminder that online registration and orders for the commemorative Island Santa Bar Crawl tumbler will end on Saturday, November 25th. Online registration is $20 for the event and will include an event bag and koozie. The event tumblers are also $20 and can be personalized with online orders. Get your tumbler before it's
- [Auction Items Needed - ISBC 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/18/auction-items-needed-isbc-2023/) - We are still seeking auction item donations. All event proceeds and live auction items for the ISBC benefit Make A Wish of Eastern NC. If you or your business have auction items that your are willing to donate, please contact Moh Traini at 304-546-5347 or Donna Grady at 252-560-4224. Our live auction event will be
- [ISBC- Sponsors Needed!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/11/isbc-sponsors-needed/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club loves our event sponsors!! Event sponsorship makes it possible for us to provide financial support to many worthy causes. The Island Santa Bar Crawl will be held on Saturday, December 2 and Sunday December 3, 2023. This event includes a bar crawl on Saturday and an "after party" on
- [ISBC Event Tumblers ON SALE NOW!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/09/isbc-event-tumblers-on-sale-now/) - We've got another great way to support Make a Wish of Eastern NC. Get your Island Santa Bar Crawl event tumbler now. Tumblers can be ordered under the "SHOP" tab and 1/2 of the cost will be donated to Make a Wish. Tumblers are $20. You have a personalization option to add your name and
- [T-Shirt Pre-Orders End November 11th!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/05/t-shirt-pre-orders-end-november-11th/) - ISBC registrations and pre-order t-shirts are going GREAT!! It looks like another successful event to benefit Make a Wish of Eastern NC. Pre-orders for t-shirts will end on Saturday, November 11th. There will only be a limited number of shirts and sizes on the day of the event. Don't wait....place that order now!!
- [2023 November Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/11/03/2023-november-phlocking/) - Event for Martha's Mission
- [Arrggh You Ready to Crawl? Pre-Order Your ISBC T-Shirt NOW!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/10/26/arrggh-you-ready-to-crawl-pre-order-your-isbc-t-shirt-now/) - The online registration and t-shirt pre-orders for this year's Island Santa Bar Crawl are now active on the EIPHC website. T-shirt orders will be available online until NOVEMBER 11, 2023. The t-shirts will be long sleeved, grey soft style t-shirts. The back of the shirt will have the "Arrgh You Ready to Crawl?" slogan and
- [UPDATE - Registration is OPEN!! Arrggh You Ready to Crawl???  ISBC 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/10/18/arrggh-you-ready-to-crawl-isbc-2023/) - ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE ISBC AND T-SHIRT PURCHASES. VISIT THE EIPHC WEBSITE AND GO TO THE "SHOP" TAB IN THE MENU OPTIONS. ONLINE T-SHIRT ORDERS CLOSE ON 11/11/23 AND ONLY A LIMITED NUMBER WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE EVENT. The annual Island Santa Bar Crawl will be held Saturday, December 2, 2023
- [Volunteers Needed - October 28, 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/10/19/volunteers-needed-october-28-2023/) - Hey Parrot Heads and Phriends!! The Emerald Isle Marathon is looking for volunteers to help with their October 28, 2023 event. The annual 5k, half marathon and marathon is fast approaching and your help is needed!! If you want to make some new friends and contribute to EI, sign up. You can reach out to
- [2023 Diva Walk for Breast Cancer](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/10/14/2023-diva-walk-for-breast-cancer/)
- [MEETING OF THE MINDS 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/09/15/meeting-of-the-minds-2023/) - Last Call: Registration for MOTM 2023: "Second Wind Kicking In" Closes at 11:59 PM Pacific Daylight Time on Friday September 15. Register here. Message from PHIP President With the recent passing of Jimmy Buffett, we in Parrot Head Nation are living through grief, even as we ask ourselves and each other the question “what’s next?” While the
- [COAST IS CLEAR It's time to relax, take a break and celebrate the end of another great summer! September 17, 2023, 12 pm](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/09/12/coast-is-clear-its-time-to-relax-take-a-break-and-celebrate-the-end-of-another-great-summer-september-17-2023-12-pm/)
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- [Jimmy Buffett Obituary](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/09/03/jimmy-buffett-obituary/) - James William Buffett (December 25, 1946 - September 1, 2023) The beloved singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett passed away at his home in Sag Harbor, Long Island on Friday September 1, 2023 surrounded by family and friends. Buffett, 76, had been fighting Merkel Cell Skin Cancer for four years. He continued to perform during treatment,
- [TUTUS FOR TATAS! Save the date, Saturday, October 14, 2023!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/08/24/tutus-for-tatas-save-the-date-saturday-october-14-2023/) - We'll be walking, crawling, running or riding from Flipperz to E-Club and back for some really great prizes, drawings, drinks and the best time you've ever had! This is a great way to close out the FFAC week of events! Come spend your morning with us as we ban together to fight the battle
- [FRIDAY, 9/1, 7PM, E-CLUB - END OF SUMMER - LABOR DAY PHLOCKING WITH RICKY LAMB!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/08/23/friday-9-1-7pm-e-club-end-of-summer-labor-day-phlocking-with-ricky-lamb/) - It's here, the last long weekend of the Summer Season and what better way to celebrate than to join us at the E-Club with Ricky Lamb and the No Bad Days Band, great food and phabulous drinks! We'll be celebrating with a summer and patriotic theme so come in your favorite beach wear or patriotic
- [HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY!!! PHLOCKING ON FRIDAY, 8/4, 7PM, EMERALD CLUB](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/07/31/happy-21st-birthday-phlocking-on-friday-8-4-7pm-emerald-club/) - "Hawaiian Luau" is happening at the Emerald Club on Friday August 4 at 7 to celebrate our 21st Birthday! Matt Morell is our Big Bird and is throwing a "whale" of a party starting with great food, island cocktails, music by Brian Felton, and some of our favorite games!!! We'll be throwing out special treats
- [2023 Beer & Baseball Trip to Kinston](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/07/16/2023-beer-baseball-trip-to-kinston/)
- [PHLOCKING, Friday, 7/7 Emerald Club, Emerald Isle, NC](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/07/02/phlocking-friday-7-7-emerald-club-emerald-isle-nc/) - TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME! July is here and nothing says summer better than Beer, Baseball, and Beach Bums! Our Parrot Head Phlocking will be Friday, July 7 at 7:00 pm. It's a Baseball Theme so come ready to "Play Ball"! I know you Parrot Heads need another excuse to wear those cool Wood Duck Jerseys
- [Summer Scholarship Raffle Is Back](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/06/30/summer-scholarship-raffle-is-back/) - Once again we are having a summer raffle to help support the PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship. Our friends at Margaritaville At Seas have graciously donated a cruise for this year's raffle. Tickets can be bought individually or as a club. Club donations count toward Domino College recognition. Clubs can also use this prize toward
- [Beach Bike Poker Run 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/05/22/beach-bike-poker-run-2023/) - Semper Fi and America's Fund
- [The APP for all things MOTM and PHiP!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/05/16/the-app-for-all-things-motm-and-phip/) - TritonApp is your presenting sponsor of PHIP's 2023 Meeting of the Minds: Second Wind Kicking In. is your presenting sponsor of PHIP's 2023 Meeting fo the Minds: Second Wind Kicking In. The PHIP Board has prioritized improvements in communication and connectedness among Parrot Heads. As a loose affiliation of independently operating chapters, it's always been a
- [April 2023 Phlocking Jim Quick & Coastline](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/04/13/april-2023-phlocking-jim-quick-coastline/)
- [Erica Sunshine Lee at Bar 1957](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/05/01/erica-sunshine-lee-at-bar-1957/) - April 30, 2023
- [Feeding Frenzy Fest at Salty Pirate Water Park Supports Semper Fi Fund](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/05/01/feeding-frenzy-fest-at-salty-pirate-water/) - Tropical Rock Music Festival April 29, 2023 Erica Sunshine Lee, Jerry Diaz Trio, Reggie Starrett & The Pinapple Playboys, Ricky Bobby Shake & Bake with Pit Crew - (Ricky Lamb, Bob Banergee, Daniel Paul Frank), and Mark Mireles, Scott Nickerson, Brad Brewer
- [April 28, 2023 - Reggie Starrett & The Pineapple Playboys at Whiskey Bravo](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/05/01/april-282023-reggie-starrett-the-pineapple-playboys-at-whiskey-bravos/)
- [2023 Earth Day Adopt-A-Highway Clean Up](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/04/24/2023-earth-day-adopt-a-highway-clean-up/)
- [Coast of Carolina PHC 28th Annual Throw Back Shell Beach Party](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/03/31/coast-of-carolina-phc-28th-annual-throw-back-shell-beach-party/) - SEPTEMBER 2023 SEP 14-16 Coast of Carolina PHC 28th Annual Throw Back Shell Beach Party Benefits Children’s Recovery Center North Shore Hotel, North Myrtle Beach, SC $90/Ticket before June 1; $100/Ticket after June 1 $15/T-Shirt; pre-order by July 1 Registration closes August 15; Tickets are Non-refundable Thursday music: Lew Holton, Latitude Friday music: Paul Grimshaw
- [SAVE THE DATE! JULY 15, 2023 BEER & BASEBALL (B&B) ADVENTURE](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/03/09/save-the-date-july-15-2023-beer-baseball-bb-adventure/) - Big Bird, Cindy New, has reserved 2 big buses for our trip to the Kinston Wood Ducks Game at Grainger Stadium and the private party on the second floor at Mother Earth Pavilion which includes our game tickets, Cheeseburger/Hot Dog buffet, and a tropical event jersey! We have invited the Pirates of the Neuse
- [REGISTER HERE: click on "shop" in menu on our website](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/02/22/save-the-date/)
- [February 2023 Red Day Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/02/04/february-2023-red-day-phlocking/)
- [LATEST EDITION OF THE TRADEWIND TIMES](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/01/30/latest-edition-of-the-tradewind-times/) - The latest edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is now on the website. You can go to this link: https://phip.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/January-2023-1.pdf to view it or go to https://phip.com/ and select Tradewind Times from the top menu. This month we look at how Parrot Head clubs around the country celebrated the Christmas holidays with a purpose. We also
- [President's Notes, January 2023](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2023/01/02/presidents-notes-january-2023/) - Hello Parrotheads! It's January 2023, and that means we get together as "The Phlock" to plan the New Year. I am excited to discuss the success of 2022 and what adventures are ahead of us in 2023! The best way to get to know your fellow parrot heads starts with attending this meeting. I hope
- [2022 Painting Party for Make-a-Wish](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/12/05/2022-painting-party-for-make-a-wish/)
- [2022 Bloody Mary Contest & Auction for Make-a-Wish at 77 West](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/12/05/2022-bloody-mary-contest-auction-for-make-a-wish-at-77-west/)
- [2022 Santa Crawl for Make-a-Wish](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/12/04/2022-santa-crawl-for-make-a-wish-2/)
- [Get Lit Phlocking for Make-a-Wish Dec. 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/12/03/get-lit-phlocking-for-make-a-wish-dec-2022/)
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- [2022 Emerald Isle Christmas Parade](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/12/01/2022-emerald-isle-christmas-parade/)
- [2023 PHLUFF UP THE PHLOCK](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/11/28/2023-phluff-up-the-phlock/) - Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club Phluff Up the Phlock Annual Membership Meeting January 10, 2023 The annual meeting of the “Phluff Up the Phlock” Membership Meeting will be held Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 6 pm, in the home of Lois Gray, 6717 Ocean Drive, Emerald Isle, NC. All club members are invited. If you
- [PRESIDENT’S NOTES, DECEMBER 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/11/28/presidents-notes-december-2022/) - TRADITION!!! Ummm, that turkey sure was delicious, right? But, why do some of us feel obligated to try just a “little bite” of everything else on the table, the counter, the fridge, or grill? TRADITION! Even though the world is spinning around us with all kinds of news, good and bad, Thanksgiving reminds us to
- [FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2 PHLOCKING, E-CLUB AT 7 PM](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/11/27/friday-december-2-phlocking-e-club-at-7-pm/) - “Time to Get Lit” Phlocking - Light up the Holidays Party!!! Friday December 2, 7PM at the Emerald Club, Emerald Isle, NC Come to the Emerald Club bedazzled with lights to kick off the holiday season. Prizes will be given to the most festive attire. The more lights, the better! Our thanks to Matt and
- [“Phlower Power” Phlocking Friday, Nov. 4 at 7:00.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/10/17/phlower-power-phlocking-friday-nov-4-at-700/) - Come one, come all to our November 4 phlocking to support awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. In tandem with the EIPHC Team “Phor Our Phlocking Phriends” Walk to End Alzheimer’s the next day, Nov. 5, we will represent the cause by wearing all things phlowers! From your petals to your
- [President's Notes October, 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/10/27/presidents-notes-october-2022/) - BOO!!! Happy Halloween! Get ready for everything "Make Believe!" Guess that's why I love this holiday! It's a time when grown-ups and kids are out and about attending trunk-a-treats, costume contests, and Halloween parties! We all get to act and look silly, although most of us don't need a reason! Watch out for the Princess
- [Another Great Trip Giveaway To Help The PHiP Scholarship](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/10/26/another-great-trip-giveaway-to-help-the-phip-scholarship/) - Good Afternoon Parrot Heads: Not able to make it to MOTM? Still want to help out? The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship is always looking for ways to keep the funds in the account for years to come as we continue to give away $10,000 each year to our parrot heads and their kids.
- [CURRENT PHIP TRADEWIND TIMES IS AVAILABLE ONLINE](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/10/24/current-phip-tradewind-times-is-available-online/) - The latest edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is now on the website. You can go to this link: https://phip.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/October2022.pdf to view it or go to https://phip.com/ and select Tradewind Times from the top menu.
- [2022 EIPHC WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'S](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/10/17/2022-eiphc-walk-to-end-alzheimers/) - WHAT: Walk to End Alzheimer’s WHEN: Saturday, November 5, 2022, 11:00 a.m. WHERE: Home of Lois Gray, 6717 Ocean Drive, Emerald Isle, NC “Phor our Phlocking Phriends” Annual Beach Walk. Take a walk with us along the beach, and return to share Jersey Mike Subs. BYOB! Plenty of parking in Lois's yard! You are welcomed
- [Diva Walk for Breast Cancer Oct. 15, 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/10/16/diva-walk-for-breast-cancer-oct-15-2022/)
- [Pink Night Phlocking Oct. 7th 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/10/08/pink-night-phlocking-oct-7th-2022/)
- [PINK NIGHT PHLOCKING! E-CLUB, 7 PM, OCTOBER 7](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/10/06/pink-night-phlocking-e-club-7-pm-october-7/) - Let's Kick off "Breast Cancer Awareness" Month at our Friday Night Phlocking! Wear something pink to show your support! DJ Robbie is spinning the tunes and food is provided by our host, Matt! The 50/50 proceeds will be going to Fishin' For A Cure! The public is invited and welcomed to join and become a
- [President’s Notes September 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/09/27/presidents-notes-september-2022/) - Hello my phriends! As I write, I am experiencing memories of our past storms because Hurricane Ian is all over the news. My memories are good and bad, happy and sad, but mostly thankful for the way everyone in our community, our family, friends, neighbors, businesses and charities worked together to reach out and help
- [September Phlocking for Carteret Community Theater](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/09/04/september-phlocking-for-carteret-community-theater/)
- [Sunday, September 18 – Coast is Clear Party 12:00 to 4:00 PM](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/09/02/sunday-september-18-coast-is-clear-party-1200-to-400-pm/) - PARTY AT THE END OF TOURIST SEASON (ALTHOUGH WE LOVE THEM) ON THE BEACH TO THE LEFT OF THE PIER FACING THE OCEAN! Michael Moyer continues as our Big Bird and is lining up all his help (weenie wrappers, set up and take down teams and raffle team etc.) This is the first weekend of
- [President's Notes, August 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/08/29/presidents-notes-august-2022/) - Who is Jane Slagsvol? She’s the wife of Jimmy Buffett! She recently celebrated her 45th anniversary of marriage to him. The idea of living with Jimmy through his early years until now seems impossible. However, like many marriages, they survived the hard times, stayed together, and now enjoy “the good life!” Jane supported Jimmy throughout
- [HAPPY LABEER DAY! SEPTEMBER PHLOCKING, FRIDAY 9/2, E-CLUB, 7 PM](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/08/19/happy-labeer-day-september-phlocking-friday-9-2-e-club-7-pm/) - WE KNOW IT'S LABOR DAY WEEKEND, but we've added our own version of celebrating with beer and cheer for all the workers among us! Let's rock out with our favorite trop rockers, RICKY LAMM & THE PHIN ADDICTS ! Wear your favorite worker's gear, i.e., hard hat, boots, nurse or doctor shirts, baseball shirts, farmer's
- [EIPHC 20th Anniversary Game Night at the E-Club August 6th 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/08/07/eiphc-20th-anniversary-game-night-at-the-e-club-august-6th-2022/)
- [EIPHC 20th Anniversary - Aug. 5th Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/08/06/eiphc-20th-anniversary-aug-5th-phlocking/)
- [July Tradewind Times Now on PHiP Website](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/07/25/july-tradewind-times-now-on-phip-website/) - The latest edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is now on the website. You can go to this link: https://www.dropbox.com/s/4qh79372l7gso7l/July%202022.pdf?dl=0 to view it or go to https://phip.com/ and select Tradewind Times from the top menu.
- [EIPHC brings back the DIVA WALK and ERICA SUNSHINE LEE!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/07/23/eiphc-brings-back-the-diva-walk-and-erica-sunshine-lee/)
- [SEPTEMBER IS "PHIN ADDICTS" TIME!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/07/23/september-is-phin-addicts-time/)
- [IT'S OUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND! LET'S CELEBRATE!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/07/23/its-our-20th-anniversary-weekend-lets-celebrate/)
- [President's Notes July 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/07/22/presidents-notes-july-2022/) - IT’S HOT, HOT, HOT! So, let’s learn from our pheathered phriends! Birds wear layers of pheathers year-round, and they don’t even sweat like us. Yet, they know how to play it cool. They greet the morning with singing! Later, they go somewhere cool like shady places to catch a breeze. They get wet often by
- [July Phlocking 2022 Backpacks for Kids](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/07/02/july-phlocking-2022-backpacks-for-kids/)
- [President’s Notes June 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/06/27/presidents-notes-june-2022/) - Having just returned from a shortened vacation (due to COVID), I can honestly say “I am happy to be home!” It was a meaningful trip and there are many stories to share. However, today is not the day! Brain fog! All is well and my pheathers will be properly phluffed up soon. In the meantime,
- [2022 EIPHC Beer & Baseball Adventure](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/06/08/2022-eiphc-beer-baseball-adventure/) - First, thank you Cindy New, Big Bird, for this event and for performing such an awesome job! The entire trip was amazing, beginning with our Sunway Charter buses and outstanding drivers, custom maps, menus, special drinks, free appetizers, and free shuttle buses while in downtown Kinston. Everyone enjoyed seeing so many new and old spots.
- [Beach Bike Poker Run for Semper Fi Fund 21 May 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/05/31/beach-bike-poker-run-for-semper-fi-fund-21-may-2022-2/) - Thank you to our generous sponsors, Semper Fi Staff, participating stops (Shark's Den, Gaffers, Trading Post, The Growler, Snapperz, Fish Hut Grill), Emerald Club and Crew, and Parrot Head member volunteers.
- [Beach Bike Poker Run 2022 Slideshow](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/05/31/beach-bike-poker-run-2022-slideshow/) - Emerald Isle Parrotheads partying for Semper Fi Fund
- [President’s Notes, May 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/05/30/presidents-notes-may-2022/) - I’m writing this on May 30, which is a very special day! First, we celebrate Memorial Day and honor those who have died in the military service for the U.S. Each year we look forward to a whole weekend of barbecues, beach trips and other outdoor activities! Second, it’s my anniversary and I look forward
- [NEWSFLASH - BBPR CASH PRIZES FOR DECORATIONS! "HEART STOP" BAND PLAYING AT 5!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/05/18/newsflash-bbpr-cash-prizes-for-decorations-heart-stop-band-playing-at-5/) - THAT'S RIGHT! $25 EACH FOR TOP 3 DECORATIONS, ON YOU OR ON YOUR BIKE! YOU WILL BE JUDGED DURING THE POKER RUN AND RECEIVE YOUR PRIZE FOLLOWING THE RUN. "HEART STOP" BAND BEGINS PLAYING AT 5 PM AT E-CLUB!
- [JUNE 3 PHLOCKING, 7 PM, EMERALD CLUB](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/05/17/june-3-phlocking-7-pm-emerald-club/) - JOIN THE PHUN AT THE JUNE 3 PHLOCKING! Be sure to dress to "root, root, root" for your hometeam! Help hosts, Cindy, Jane and Sue raise funds for Dementia Alliance of North Carolina, a non-profit organization seeking to improve the lives of North Carolinians impacted by dementia as well as empowering their caregivers. More information
- [2022 BEACH BIKE POKER RUN - ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/05/08/2022-beach-bike-poker-run-online-registration-is-no-longer-available/) - Although registration online for the BBPR has ended, you can still participate by registering the day of the event on May 21, at the E-Club, beginning at 11:30 a.m., for $20.00. Also, there will be a limited amount of t-shirts available for sale. Hope to see you then!
- [President’s Notes April 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/04/22/presidents-notes-april-2022/) - WHO NEEDS A BREAK? There are times when we all need to get away and seek mind and body relief from stress! The cause is job related, family related, or working hard to meet daily commitments! Whatever the source, we find ourselves “burned out” in our daily lives. Can we fix it? A vacation or
- [New Members' Social at Island Time Tavern April 12th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/04/14/new-members-social-at-island-time-tavern-april-12th/)
- [2022 BBPR ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FROM APRIL 1 - APRIL 30](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/04/04/2022-bbpr-online-registration-is-now-open-from-april-1-april-30/) - DON'T DELAY, REGISTER TODAY at www.emeraldisleparrotheads.com to avoid the crowds and order your t-shirt! This event is Phuntastic!
- [2022 BEACH BIKE POKER RUN, SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2022, 2 – 5 P.M.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/03/30/2022-beach-bike-poker-run-saturday-may-21-2022-2-5-p-m/) - ‘WE’RE STILL HERE!” THINGS TO DO: Mark your Calendar now! Register online beginning April 1 for attendance and t-shirts through April 30. Registration on event day will start at 11:30 am until 1:30 pm at the E-Club. Pre-registered guests can pick up playing card and t-shirt during these times. Join us for one of our
- [President’s Notes March 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/03/30/presidents-notes-march-2022/) - 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
- [APRIL 1 PHLOCKING, EMERALD CLUB, EMERALD ISLE, NC](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/03/28/april-1-phlocking-emerald-club-emerald-isle-nc/) - “BUFFETT IS BACK!” Come Friday, it’s party time at the Emerald Club, Emerald Isle, NC beginning at 7pm. Wear your favorite Buffett attire. Let’s see some tropical hats, shirts, hula skirts, flip flops, flowers, beads, or anything else that reminds you of tailgating at the Buffett concerts! You may not be able to make it
- [UPDATE: DEADLINE EXTENDED!!!!2022 BEER AND BASEBALL (B&B) ADVENTURE  JUNE 4,](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/02/21/2022-beer-and-baseball-bb-adventure-june-4-2022/) - 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
- [Jimmy Buffett Concert-April 23](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/03/24/jimmy-buffett-concert-april-23/) - 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
- [EIPHC NEW MEMBER SOCIAL](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/03/23/eiphc-new-member-social-2/) - New Member Social The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club will be sponsoring a new member social on April 12 th at the Island Time Tavern (across from Rucker Johns in Emerald Plantations.) It will be held from 6 to 9 PM. We are inviting all new members who have joined since October, 2021, but
- [Wish Upon A Chef 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/03/21/wish-upon-a-chef-2022/) - 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
- [IT MAY BE FAREWELL TO BONNIE, BUT HER PHUN-LOVING, CAREFREE SPIRIT REMAINS!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/03/08/it-may-be-farewell-to-bonnie-but-her-phun-loving-carefree-spirit-remains/) - 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!!!
- [New Bern Mardi Gras Parade: Pirates of the Neuse Parrot Head Club](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/02/28/new-bern-mardi-gras-parade-pirates-of-the-neuse-parrot-head-club/)
- [President's Notes, February 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/02/27/presidents-notes-february-2022/) - How much do you really know about Jimmy Buffett? Jimmy was born on Christmas Day in 1946 in Pascagoula, Mississippi. He grew up in Mobile, Alabama, went to Catholic High School and attended the University of Southern Mississippi. After college, he headed to Nashville where he chased women and fame. His musical success came after
- [EIPHC BOOK INVASION!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/02/26/eiphc-book-invasion/)
- [Still want to be a Parrot Head?](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/02/19/still-want-to-be-a-parrot-head/) - Still want to be a Parrot Head? Last Chance to Pay 2022 Membership Dues or you will have to rejoin! Since we did not meet in January, collection of dues is extended to March 15. All 2022 dues must be paid by March 15. It doesn’t matter what month you joined because our dues are
- [PHIP Tradewind Times is now on the website.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/01/28/phip-tradewind-times-is-now-on-the-website/) - Good afternoon Parrot Heads, The latest edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is now on the website. You can go to this link: https://busites_www.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/phipcom/docs/TWT-01-2022.pdf to view it. Or you can always go to the PHIP website, https://www.phip.com/ and click on the Chapters section and scroll down and select the Tradewind Times. In this issue: We get a
- [FEBRUARY 4 PHLOCKING, 7PM, EMERALD CLUB](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/01/25/february-4-phlocking-7pm-emerald-club/) - The first Friday in February (February 4) is National Wear Red Day. On this day in February, which is considered American Heart Month, everyone across the country dons the color red in order to raise and spread awareness in hopes to help eradicate heart disease and stroke in millions of women. So put on your
- [President’s Notes, January 2022](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/01/25/presidents-notes-january-2022/) - HOW IS YOUR TIME SPENT? Most of you are busy working, taking care of family, cleaning the house, buying groceries, running errands, filling up every minute of your day. We all have the same 24 hours to spend and yet we all spend those hours differently. Time is different than anything else. We can buy
- [INVITATION FOR 2022 PHLUFF UP THE PHLOCK](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2022/01/07/invitation-for-2022-phluff-up-the-phlock/) - 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
- [STILL WANT TO BE AN EMERALD ISLE PARROT HEAD?](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/12/28/still-want-to-be-an-emerald-isle-parrot-head/) - 2022 MEMBERSHIP DUES January is the time to renew your annual dues. All 2022 dues must be paid by March 1. It doesn’t matter what month you joined because our dues are only $10.00 per person and we do not pro-rate them. There are three ways to pay your dues. Method 1 – Use
- [NOTICE: JANUARY PHLOCKING CANCELLED](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/12/27/notice-january-phlocking-cancelled/) - JANUARY 7 PHLOCKING CANCELLED Our January Phlocking is cancelled due to renovations scheduled for the Emerald Club that same week. Stay tuned for more information. Thanks, Matt, for the upgrade! We love our “nest.”
- [President’s Notes December 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/12/19/presidents-notes-december-2021/) - Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! The 2021 Island Santa Bar Crawl was a stunning success! We will be presenting a check to Make a Wish, Eastern North Carolina, for $30,350! As President, I am humbled by the generosity of all who participated in this weekend celebration! The weather was beautiful, and your support was
- [ISBC 2021 Grand Totals Top $30,000](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/12/16/isbc-2021-grand-totals-top-30000/) - 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
- [34 North: Bloody Mary Contest  & Auction for Make-a-Wish Dec. 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/12/07/34-north-bloody-mary-contest-auction-for-make-a-wish-dec-2021/)
- [Santa Crawl for Make-a-Wish Dec. 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/12/07/santa-crawl-for-make-a-wish-dec-2021/)
- [Make-a-Wish Pajama Party Dec. 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/12/07/make-a-wish-pajama-party-dec-2021/)
- [Island Santa Bar Crawl Registration IS OPEN!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/11/02/island-santa-bar-crawl-registration-is-open/) - The Island Santa Bar Crawl is BACK!! We will be holding the 2021 ISBC on Saturday, December 4, 2021. It's going to be great to back LIVE and IN PERSON with 7 Santa Stops, a PHantastic scavenger hunt, costumes and a day of PHUN!! The links are given below, and more information will be posted
- [President's Notes November 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/11/29/presidents-notes-november-2021/) - “MELE KALIKIMAKA” Represents Merry Christmas from the Island people in Hawaii. Did you know this song was made popular by Bing Crosby, the Andrew Sisters and Jimmy Buffett? Over time, Christmas songs are sung again and again, in the “new, old-fashioned way!” No matter what our age, when we hear them, we can’t help but
- [DECEMBER 5, ISBC 34 NORTH EVENT](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/11/18/december-5-isbc-34-north-event/)
- [DECEMBER 4, BEGINNING AT 1:00 P.M., ISLAND SANTA BAR CRAWL](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/11/18/december-4-beginning-at-100-p-m-island-santa-bar-crawl/)
- [ATTENTION ALL EIPHC FLOAT RIDERS AND WALKERS!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/11/18/attention-all-eiphc-float-riders-and-walkers/) - Emerald Isle Christmas Parade Float, November 27! Come ready to ride or walk at 12 noon. Anyone interested in riding or walking along side the float, join us at " BR's" at 7802 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC at 12 noon. There’s plenty of “bling” in the storage room for last minute decorating or bring
- [PHLOCKING - CHRISTMAS PAJAMA PARTY!!!  FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 7PM](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/11/13/phlocking-christmas-pajama-party-friday-december-3-7pm/) - It's the most wonderful time of the year! Come to the Emerald Club dressed in your PHinest and Phavorite Christmas pajamas. Prizes will be given to the most outstanding PJ’s. Shout out to Matt and the E-Club for free food and live music! Stash some cash for the 50/50 raffle benefiting Make-A-Wish, Eastern NC. PS:
- [HURRY UP!! Don't miss out.....](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/11/12/hurry-up-dont-miss-out/) - Pre-orders for this year's Island Santa Bar Crawl t-shirt will close on November 14, 2021. There will only be a small number of shirts available on the day of the event. This year's shirt event logo was locally designed. Shirts will be white with long sleeves, and the image will appear on the back along
- [PHIP SCHOLARSHIP RAFFLE OPPORTUNITY](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/11/02/phip-scholarship-raffle-opportunity/) - With Meeting Of The Minds getting ready to start up we are offering the opportunity for those that could not make the trip this year the opportunity to be a part of the scholarship raffle and have a chance at this great prize offered by one of our sponsors, Karisma Hotels and Resorts. Tickets are 5
- [President’s Notes October 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/10/25/presidents-notes-october-2021/) - PHAVORITE TIME OF YEAR! We love the beach all year round, but there is really something special about it this time of year. We are grateful for the reduction of boat and car traffic and less wait lines. The mornings are cooler, the days are mostly warm, and the nights are better with the windows
- [Phlash Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/10/28/phlash-phlocking-2/) - 1st Annual Wobble ‘Til You Gobble 5K Emerald Isle Parrot Heads PHlash PHlocking Come on out Thanksgiving morning in your most fun turkey attire and Run, Walk, Skip, Bike or Wobble for a Great Cause! Bring the Family, Friends, and Pets. There will be a 50/50 raffle and a canned food drive entry. * All
- [Erica Sunshine Lee - 34 North Phlash Phlocking Oct. 22nd](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/10/27/erica-sunshine-lee-34-north-phlash-phlocking-oct-22nd/)
- [“LET’S RAISE THE WOOF” Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/10/20/lets-raise-the-woof-phlocking/) - Friday, November 5, 7:00 pm, Emerald Club Let’s celebrate our favorite pets! Wear a picture of your most loved pet(s) pinned, taped, glued or stapled to your shirt, hat or pants! Dog and cat fur is welcomed too! You don’t have to own the pet, but you do have to love it! Maybe you’re its
- [Walk to End Alzheimer's](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/10/19/walk-to-end-alzheimers/) - PHor our PHlocking PHfriends Team represented at Regional "Walk to End Alzheimer's" in Jacksonville October 16th.
- [Hope Wall Pinning Ceremony Oct. 9th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/10/09/hope-wall-pinning-ceremony-oct-9th/)
- [HIGHWAY 59 CLEANUP, Sat, Oct 16, 11am](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/10/07/highway-59-cleanup-sat-oct-16-11am/) - Join our Big Bird, Jean Jensen, at the E-Club Parking Lot, for the cleaning up of our stretch of "adopted"Hwy 58. This is a great time to enjoy the fellowship of other birds while performing a great community service. Tools, bags and gloves are available or you may bring your own if you prefer! See
- [October 2021 Phlocking - Hope Wall](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/10/04/october-2021-phlocking-hope-wall/)
- [President’s Notes, September 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/09/21/presidents-notes-september-2021/) - “Fallin’ for Fall!” It’s time to fall in love with Fall all over again! Watching my favorite football teams, indulging in pumpkin spice lattes, snuggling up under my blankets with a good book, and enjoying crisp walks and bike rides are just a few of my favorites. What does your list look like? Get inspired
- [OCTOBER PHLOCKING, FRIDAY OCTOBER 1, 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/09/19/october-phlocking-friday-october-1-2021/) - The annual Tutus for Tatas walk (AKA - Diva Walk) will unfortunately not be held this year, but our October Phlocking will be your opportunity to bring out the pink tutus and all things PINK in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We will have pink ribbons available for a $5 donation that can be
- [EIPHC presents "HOPE WALL 2021"](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/09/14/eiphc-presents-hope-wall-2021/) - In lieu of our annual Tutus for Tatas walk, our club will be displaying decorated “In Honor/ Memory of” pink ribbons publicly October 2nd-11th on our specially designed HOPE WALL. The wall will be presented at our October 1st Phlocking. Then it will be moved and displayed outside the Movement Mortgage office at K and
- [September 2021 Phlocking for Our 13 Fallen Heroes](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/09/07/september-2021-phlocking-for-our-13-fallen-heroes/)
- [President's Notes August 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/08/29/presidents-notes-august-2021/) - We are facing a time that is full of chaos and confusion. We send prayers to all who are in peril from events taking place all over the world. Through this, we'll stay strong, stay positive and remain hopeful for a brighter day, a better time, and a new beginning. This morning, while on my
- [SEPTEMBER PHLOCKING, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, AT 7 P.M, EMERALD CLUB](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/08/27/september-phlocking-friday-september-3-at-7-p-m-emerald-club/) - Wear your tropical best! We're celebrating the 'soon to end" Summer and the return of our favorite trop rock artists, RICK LAMB AND THE PHIN ADDICTS! This is going to be a great night featuring our infamous FROZEN T-SHIRT CONTEST, charity 50/50 raffle, club t-shirt sales, free food and music that will make you ROCK
- [Beach Bike Poker Run August 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/08/11/beach-bike-poker-run-august-2021/)
- [The latest edition of the PHIP Newsletter is now online!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/07/23/the-latest-edition-of-the-phip-newsletter-is-now-online/) - Good morning Parrot Heads, The latest edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is now on the website. You can go to this link: https://busites_www.s3.amazonaws.com/phipcom/docs/July%202021rev-5.pdf to view it. Or you can always go to the PHIP website, https://www.phip.com/ and click on the Chapters section and scroll down and select the Tradewind Times. In this issue: Rob Hill presents the
- [PHLASH PHLOCKING - EMERALDFEST - THURSDAY, JULY 29 - 6:30 - 8 PM](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/07/23/phlash-phlocking-emeraldfest-thursday-july-29-630-8-pm/) - TIME TO PHLOCK TOGETHER and enjoy to the tunes of "Big Drink" at Western Ocean Regional Access. Look for us, we'll be looking for you!
- [President’s Notes July 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/07/21/presidents-notes-july-2021/) - THANK YOU NOTE! A big whopping “Thank You” and “Couldn’t do it without you” goes to our valued volunteers! This note is dedicated directly to YOU. The EIPHC Board each year spends endless hours planning and working to make our dreams come true. All members on the Board take their jobs seriously and represent the
- [July 2021 Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/07/06/july-2021-phlocking/)
- [REMINDER!!! BEACH BIKE POKER RUN, AUGUST 7!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/07/01/reminder-beach-bike-poker-run-august-7/) - Are you ready to "Party With a Purpose?" It all begins on August 7, with $20.00 Fee and Registration at the E-Club at 11:30 a.m. and ends at 1:45 (CUT OFF). Don't be late! During the registration period, Event T-shirts will be sold for $10 (limited amount) and 50/50 raffle tickets will be available then
- [JULY 2 "TACKY TOURISTS" PHLOCKING](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/06/28/july-2-tacky-tourists-phlocking/) - Do you feel we have been invaded by tourist? Are you able to spot a tourist a mile away? If the answer is yes, then you are ready for the July Phlocking! I know you have observed and encountered some of the World's Finest Tacky Tourists. You know the ones with socks and sandals, fanny
- [President’s Notes June 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/06/22/presidents-notes-june-2021/) - THIS IS A TIME OF CELEBRATION! And with June comes Summer! We’ve waited for what seems like a century. It’s time to celebrate doing what we do best! So far, the turnout and support from our Phriends and Phamily at our events has been great! I am certain, in view of the exciting events still
- [PHIP, INC and  SOCIAL MEDIA](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/06/16/phip-inc-and-social-media/) - Good Morning and happy Wednesday! Just a quick reminder that we are getting a LOT of social media up and running to include twitter, instagram,and a YouTube Channel! If you are already on Facebook or plan to join in the phun....look for our FB pages! We actually have 4. But they have different
- [President’s Notes May 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/05/20/presidents-notes-may-2021/) - What is a Parrot Head and why be one? When you hear the word Parrot Head, do you automatically think of Jimmy Buffett and his fans? Sure you do, but there is so much more to it than attending a concert or listening to his songs with a Margarita in your hand! Over several decades,
- ["FLOWER POWER” June 4 Phlocking, 7pm, E-Club](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/05/20/flower-power-june-4-phlocking-7pm-e-club/) - “Flower Power” promotes the idea of “peace and love” as a means of changing the world! “Parrot Heads” do too! Express your “Flower Power” at our June Phlocking with “flowers in your hair, flowers everywhere!” Pull out those tube tops, tye-dye shirts, and bright floral dresses! Deck out in head bands, scarves, and peace signs.
- [$592 donated from May 7, "Back to the 80's" Phlocking. See our overall results!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/05/10/592-donated-from-may-7-back-to-the-80s-phlocking-see-our-overall-results/) - "PHOR OUR PHLOCKING PHRIENDS" - 1ST PLACE We are having phun and "tearing it up" this month with our walks, phlocking, and individual donations. Here is screen shot taken from www.phip.com. We encourage our phellow parrot head clubs to join us in this fight against Alzheimer's and together let's make this the best year ever
- [May 7 Phlocking - Back to the 80's - Great success](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/05/09/may-7-phlocking-back-to-the-80s-great-success/)
- [MAY 7 PHLOCKING "BACK TO THE 80'S" AT 7PM, E-CLUB](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/05/05/may-7-phlocking-back-to-the-80s-at-7pm-e-club/) - Remember these favorites: Madonna, Olivia Newton John, Elton John, Johnny Depp, Tom Petty, Cyndi Laupar and Michael Jackson? We're going back to the 80's with this Phlocking to celebrate this great decade! Wear your 80's best outfit. Matt is going all out and providing an 80’s band so we can get down and boogie up.
- [President’s Notes April 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/04/27/presidents-notes-april-2021/) - “CHANGES IN LATITUDES, CHANGES IN ATTITUDES” Listening to Jimmy’s music always makes me happier because his attitude toward love and life are positive. His thoughts are filled with “visions of good times that brought so much pleasure… dreams of the ocean and islands…and sailin’ again! He believes “It takes no more time to see the
- [Tradewind Times Is Now Online!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/04/20/tradewind-times-is-now-online/) - Good afternoon Parrot Heads, The latest edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is now on the website. You can go to this link: https://busites_www.s3.amazonaws.com/phipcom/docs/April-2021.pdf. to view it. Or you can always go to the PHIP website, https://www.phip.com/ and click on the Chapters section and scroll down and select the Tradewind Times
- [STOP, LOOK & LISTEN!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/02/05/stop-look-listen/) - SUNDAY, MARCH 7, 4PM, PHLUFF THE PHLOCK STOP! Register NOW for 2021 "Phluff the Phlock" located under Menu on https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com
- [REMINDER: HIGHWAY CLEAN-UP, SAT., APRIL 10, 2021, 11 A.M.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/03/03/highway-clean-up-sat-apr-10-2021-11-a-m/) - SPRING CLEANING EVERYWHERE, including our stretch of Highway 58. Meet up at 11 a.m. in the E-CLUB PARKING LOT!!! Big Bird, Jean Jensen, needs our help picking up litter and whatever else shows up as trash. So let's get to work and do our best to beautify our community in a phun way with other
- [President’s Notes March 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/03/30/presidents-notes-march-2021/) - Wow, we can finally see the sunshine for days at a time, go to the beach, sit outside without jackets, sleep with the windows open, enjoy the beautiful flowers and everything else that comes with Spring. This season also brings with it new fun and exciting events hosted by our club starting with a Scavenger
- [REMINDER: HIGHWAY CLEAN-UP, SAT., APRIL 10, 2021, 11 A.M.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/04/06/reminder-highway-clean-up-sat-april-10-2021-11-a-m/) - SPRING CLEANING EVERYWHERE, including our stretch of Highway 58. Meet up at 11 a.m. in the E-CLUB PARKING LOT!!! Big Bird, Jean Jensen, needs our help picking up litter and whatever else shows up as trash. So let's get to work and do our best to beautify our community in a phun way with other
- [BEACH BIKE POKER RUN - SATURDAY, AUGUST 7](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/04/19/beach-bike-poker-run-saturday-august-7/)
- [MEMBERSHIP TABLE AND T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE AT SCAVENGER HUNT](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/04/12/membership-table-and-t-shirts-available-at-scavenger-hunt/) - Club membership table($10/yr per person) and t-shirts ($15 ea.) are available at EIPHC 2021 Scavenger Hunt on April 24. Registration is from 12:15 until 1:15 at the E-Club. Hunt begins at 1:30 and ends at 3:30 at the E-Club. Teams of 2 to 4 players at $5.00 ea. Prizes for 2 Winner and 1 Loser
- [NEW EVENT SCHEDULE FROM YOUR PREZ!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/03/17/new-event-schedule-from-your-prez/) - I’m happy to report that the Annual Membership Meeting went very well! Thanks to all who attended. We welcomed the new 2021 Board and planned a fun-filled 2021 calendar of events. As a result, some of the events are familiar and several of our favorites are revised. This will be one of our best years
- [PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Closing March 31st](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/03/04/phip-bob-heffelfinger-memorial-scholarship-closing-march-31st/) - The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest for 2021 is NOW OPEN! The deadline is coming close as March 31st ends the chance to apply. Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education. This program was established in 2008.
- [President’s Notes February 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/02/24/presidents-notes-february-2021/) - We’re still here! It’s the end of February and the beginning of March which promises Spring and warmer weather! Lyrics from Jimmy tell us to “Pick up the Pieces, Hit the Road Again. The World is What You Make it.” That’s exactly what EIPHC is going to do! I’m so excited about the events coming
- [Newly Appointed PHIP President](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/02/15/newly-appointed-phip-president/) - Happy Presidents Day Club Leaders, We would like to thank all who voted in the PHiP Special Election for President. 112 clubs voted in this election. The newly elected President of PHiP is Bill Brehm. This is how the ballots were cast: Bill Brehm 69
- [The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Now Open](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/02/07/the-phip-bob-heffelfinger-memorial-scholarship-now-open/) - We are proud to announce that the PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest for 2021 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education. This program was established in 2008. Three scholarships will be awarded in
- [President’s Notes January 2021](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/01/22/presidents-notes-january-2021/) - It’s easy for us to get bogged down in the daily grind and lose our motivation in the things we really love to do. Don’t let that happen to you! Stay well informed by reading your Newsletter and visiting www.emeraldisleparrotheads.com often to keep up with what’s happening in the world of Parrot Heads. A great
- [Membership Dues are Rolling In](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/01/22/membership-dues-are-rolling-in/) - Membership Dues are Rolling In Thank you to everyone who has paid their dues. There is still time to join us if you have not. Make a difference in people’s lives through our projects in 2021. There are two ways to pay your dues as a result of Covid 19. Please use you use Method
- [It’s almost time! MOTM 2021 Registration!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/01/20/its-almost-time-motm-2021-registration/) - Even as we as a community and a country navigate our way through loss and tragedy amidst the most challenging time in our memories, we look ahead to a day of renewal and rebirth and recovery when we Parrot Heads are Back on our Phins Again! And that day is coming soon. Registration for Meeting of
- [PHiP Scholarship Now Open](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/01/19/phip-scholarship-now-open/) - We are proud to announce that the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest for 2021 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education. This program was established in 2008.
- [January 2021 Tradewind Times is now available](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/01/16/january-2021-tradewind-times-is-now-available/) - NOTE: CHECK OUT PAGES 13-14 FOR THE EIPHC STORY The latest edition of the PHIP quarterly newsletter, the Tradewind Times, is now on line to view. Club leaders please share with your members. This one has a lot of good information in it! The new PHIP Board Members are introduced. All the contest winners
- [IMPORTANT ANNOUCEMENT-2021 MEMBERSHIP DUES](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021/01/04/important-annoucement-2021-membership-dues/) - January is the time to renew your annual dues. All 2021 dues must be paid by January 31st. It doesn’t matter what month you joined because our dues are only $10.00 per person and we do not pro-rate them. There are two ways to pay your dues as a result of Covid 19. Please
- [President’s Notes, December 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/12/31/presidents-notes-december-2020/) - “BIRDS OF A PHEATHER PHLOCK TOGETHER!” That’s what we do under normal (whatever that is) circumstances. We share common interests for the island lifestyle, partying with a purpose, and working together to improve our surroundings. This past year has been difficult and frustrating! We canceled nearly all events and were forced to hold our monthly
- [OVER $37,000 RAISED BY EIPHC 2020 ISLAND SANTA BAR CRAWL!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/12/23/over-37000-raised-by-eiphc-2020-island-santa-bar-crawl/) - I am happy to announce that we will be contributing to Make-A-Wish, ENC, a little over $37,000 to benefit wish kids of Carteret County. I am sending a big hug and heartfelt thanks to all of you who helped make this event a huge success. So many PHolks supported the auction with purchases, made donations,
- [2020 ISBC Award Announcements and Live Auction!! DECEMBER 20, 2020 @ 4PM](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/12/13/2020-isbc-award-announcements-and-live-auction-december-20-2020-4pm/) - THANK YOU!! The 2020 Island Santa Bar Crawl individual events are coming to an end today. We have surpassed all of our fundraising expectations for this year thanks to the efforts of our individual event planners and the generousity of our EIPHC members. That being said, we are not finished yet!! You can still make
- [SANTA CRAWL SHIRTS ARE READY FOR PICKUP TOMORROW!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/12/10/santa-crawl-shirts-are-ready-for-pickup-tomorrow/) - The pre-ordered 2020 Island Santa Bar Crawl Shirts will be available for pickup tomorrow, Friday, December 11th, from 10-12 noon at the office of Movement Mortgage, 309 Mangrove Drive, Suite 1D, Emerald Isle. If other arrangements are necessary, please call Moh at 304-546-5347
- [2020 EIPHC Island Santa Bar Crawl Week](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/12/04/2020-eiphc-island-santa-bar-crawl-week/) - Can you feel the excitement in the air? The EIPHC Island Santa Bar Crawl week is here - December 4, 2020 - December 13, 2020. It's time to raise some money in support of Make a Wish of Eastern NC. The 2020 Island Santa Bar Crawl will provide you with multiple ways to support this
- [President’s Notes November 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/11/30/presidents-notes-november-2020/) - Here comes Santa Crawl, here comes Santa Crawl Right down Santa Crawl Lane Dinners and parties for Phamilies and Phriends While Parrot Heads entertain. This Christmas Cheer gives Wish Kids here A chance for dreams to come true, Donate your gift, be glad you did Cause it all begins with YOU! Click here: Donation
- [LAST CHANCE!! 3 Days to Go](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/11/27/last-chance-3-days-to-go/) - This is your last chance to get the 2020 Island Santa Bar Crawl T-Shirts by pre-order only. You must order by Sunday, November 29, 20020. The ISBC will look different this year, but there are still special children waiting to have their WISHES come true in this difficult time. Please purchase your 2020 ISBC T-Shirt
- [PHIP TRADEWIND TIMES NEWSLETTER IS ONLINE](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/11/13/phip-tradewind-times-newsletter-is-online/) - Hope all are doing well!!! The latest edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is on the website. You can go to this link: Oct-2020-TWT to view it. Or you can always go to the PHIP website, https://www.phip.com/ and click on the Chapters section and scroll down and select the Tradewind Times.
- [2020 Island Santa Bar Crawl T-Shirts - NOW!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/11/08/2020-island-santa-bar-crawl-t-shirts-now/) - This year's Santa Crawl T-Shirts are now available for purchase. We are taking pre-orders only, and the shirts will need to picked up in Emerald Isle when they are delivered. The proceeds from this year's t-shirts will continue to support Make A Wish of Eastern NC and help the Carteret County children currently waiting to
- [President’s Notes October 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/10/27/presidents-notes-october-2020/) - First, Happy Halloween! Can’t believe we are looking at the end of October and are about to enter November and Thanksgiving! With all the negativity going on in the news, now’s the time for you and your PHLOCK to party and plan some real PHUN this Thanksgiving! Here’s some tips for children or for childish
- [SAVE THE DATES December 4—13, 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/10/26/save-the-dates-december-4-13-2020/) - Started in 2018, in lieu of the annual Island Santa Bar Crawl, this year we are inviting club members to organize & host your own themed dinner/cocktail parties to benefit Make-A-Wish Eastern North Carolina. You select the theme, menu, guest list, venue…and get ready to “party with a purpose.”! HOW: Select a party date between Friday,
- [PHLASH PHLOCKING UPDATE! OCTOBER 24 AT 4 PM!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/10/20/phlash-phlocking-update-october-24-at-4-pm/) - PHLASH PHLOCKING STILL A GO!!! Location changed to 104 Golphin Dolphin Drive, Cape Carteret, NC Concert featuring DJ ROUSE OF BB&B, THE MIGHTY SAINTS OF SOUL, AND JIM QUICK & THE COASTLINE BAND starting at 5 pm. Gates open at 4 pm. $15 per person or $50 for truck/carload of 6 (Cash Only). Coolers and
- [President’s Notes September 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/09/27/presidents-notes-september-2020/) - Now Fall has arrived and it’s time to pick the perfect pumpkin, beware of candy corn, turn off your air conditioner, raise the windows, put the bathing suit away and pull out your old warm sweaters and sweatpants! You can enjoy the cool crisp air and the leaves dressed in orange, red, and yellow. Fall
- [ATTENTION PLEASE! YOU CAN HELP SALLY HURRICANE VICTIMS!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/09/21/attention-please-you-can-help-sally-hurricane-victims/) - The Swansboro Rotary Club is collecting donations to fill a 58 ft. tractor trailer for victims in Alabama of the Cat 2 Hurricane. The storm flooded neighborhoods, submerged homes, and left thousands without power. So many came from far away to help us out following Florence and this presents us with an opportunity to "give
- [PHLASH PHLOCKING! OCTOBER 24 AT 4 PM!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/09/16/phlash-phlocking-october-24-at-4-pm/) - WHERE: CEDAR POINT MUSIC PAVILION (located on Old Hwy 58) 34 NORTH is presenting a fundraiser for E-Club/34 North Tap Room at the new outdoor drive inn concert featuring DJ ROUSE OF BB&B, THE MIGHTY SAINTS OF SOUL, AND JIM QUICK & THE COASTLINE BAND starting at 5 pm. Gates open at 4 pm. $15
- [HIGHWAY PICKUP EVENT-THIS SATURDAY, SEPT 19!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/09/14/highway-pickup-event-this-saturday-sept-19/) - IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN, SAT., SEPT. 19, 11AM, E-CLUB PARKING LOT!!! Our phriend, Jean Jensen, is back and he's ready for our help picking up litter and whatever else shows up as trash on our stretch of Hwy 58. So let's get to work and do our best to make this a fast
- [3rd Quarter Edition of the Tradewind Times is now on line](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/09/01/3rd-quarter-edition-of-the-tradewind-times-is-now-on-line/) - Hope all are safe and well! The next edition of the PHIP newsletter is now online. You can view it by going to this link 3rd Quarter Tradewind Times Or you can always go to the PHIP website, https://www.phip.com/, then go to the PHIP/Club/Chapter page and scroll down to the Tradewind Times. This edition includes
- [President’s Notes August 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/08/30/presidents-notes-august-2020/) - Greetings! Here we are at the end of August and remain in a “holding pattern!” Since March, we have cancelled all in-person events, meetings and phlockings, except for our two beach cleanup events which had limited attendance. Although the DIVA Walk remains on the calendar in October, it depends on the state of the Pandemic
- [President’s Notes July 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/07/31/presidents-notes-july-2020/) - Uh oh! It’s July 31, 2020 and I am just now sending you a note from the Prez! Better to arrive late than not arrive! You and I are still waiting to fly from our nests and join the rest of our phlock! That day is coming and don’t give up! As Jimmy said in
- [REMINDER, SUNDAY, JULY 19, PHLOCKING/BEACH CLEAN UP](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/07/16/reminder-sunday-july-19-phlocking-beach-clean-up/) - 7 P.M. ON THE BEACH TO THE LEFT OF THE PIER Come make this phlocking spectacular!! Along with the beach cleanup, other phun things are in the works, such as music, new member specials, T-shirts($15), etc. Bring your own chair and gloves. Trash bags and trash pickup sticks will be available. Together we can getter
- [PHlockers Magazine for July 2020 is Here!!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/07/02/phlockers-magazine-for-july-2020-is-here/) - Good Morning Parrotheads! Check out this months PHlockers magazine featuring Jim Asbell and the Tropiholics! Enjoy the read!!! http://phlockersmagazine.com/magazine/072020/?072020 Fins Up! Billy Brehm President, Parrot Heads in Paradise, Inc. President,Chicago Parrothead Club Here is the link: http://phlockersmagazine.com/magazine/072020/?072020
- [President’s Notes, June 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/06/29/presidents-notes-june-2020/) - “Every Day is Once in a Lifetime!” This new song written and performed by Mac McAnally, tenured member of Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band, is a real winner! What a great way to look at life. We’re all experiencing a time in which we expect one thing, but often get something different. Sometimes it’s hard to
- [2020 PHiP Scholarship Winners Announced](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/06/14/2020-phip-scholarship-winners-announced/) - Hello Parrot Heads: It is the extreme honor of the 2020 PHiP Board of Directors to announce the winners of the 2020 scholarships. We would like to thank our judges for their hard work and efforts in reading each and every application. The applicants had to answer three questions as well as submit a blind
- [NEW  PHLOCKERS MAGAZINE IS AVAILABLE](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/06/02/new-phlockers-magazine-is-available/) - Hey check out the new June edition of Phlockers Magazine! Available now! Especially a great interview with our phriend Brent Burns! The link to go there directly is: http://phlockersmagazine.com/magazine/062020/?062020#p=1
- ["Let's Get Physical" Fundraiser/Challenge](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/06/01/lets-get-physical-fundraiser-challenge/) - Beginning June 1 and continuing through the entire month of June, you are challenged to “Accept the EIPHC Let’s Get Physical Challenge and Donate to the Salvation Army of Carteret County." Watch out for a Facebook challenge from our President for more information. Your job is to accept the challenge and post a picture or
- [JUNE 5 PHLOCKING A/K/A BEACH SWEEP!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/06/01/june-5-phlocking-a-k-a-beach-sweep/) - Let’s practice what the Parrott Heads preach this month. We are going to Party with a Purpose on Friday June 5 at 7:00 pm! Let’s make Jimmy Buffet proud of us and our commitment to giving back to our community. Wear your favorite Parrott Head or shirt if you have one, so we are easily
- [Jimmy Buffett's New "Life on the Flip Side" was released this Morning](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/05/29/jimmy-buffetts-new-life-on-the-flip-side-was-released-this-morning/) - As most of you know Jimmy Buffett's new album "Life on the Flip Side" was released this morning. The the tracks for download are already available and the physical media is also now widely available. There are lots of articles out this morning about the music. Here is one of the articles I
- [President’s Notes May 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/05/25/presidents-notes-may-2020/) - “We Have a Lot to Drink About!” Things are beginning to reopen around us, too slow for some and too fast for others. Our reaction will be what we deem the best for ourselves, families and community. Our club experienced many cancellations, postponements, and the hardship of not being together! We’ve had to settle with
- [PHiP's Meeting of the Minds 2020 is being Postponed](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/05/21/phips-meeting-of-the-minds-2020-is-being-postponed/) - Hello Everyone: The last few months have been challenging causing schools and businesses to be closed, concerts to be cancelled, and sporting events to be postponed. After working closely with our business partners, sponsors, and the Casa Marina we have decided to postpone PHIP’s Annual Meeting of the Minds 2020. We have done this out of
- [May 1st Virtual Phlocking 7:00pm](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/04/28/may-1st-virtual-phlocking-700pm/) - MAY BE WE WILL, MAY BE WE WON'T! Who knows, but we are counting on May to be the month we start seeing each other again, of course using social distancing! We all miss our phriends and phlockings, so join us for our Virtual May Phlocking and Happy Hour on Friday, May 1 at 7:00
- [President’s Notes April 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/04/27/presidents-notes-april-2020/) - Wow, what a beautiful day in the neighborhood! I’m ready to get out there and work in the yard, take a walk, sit in the sun with some beach tunes playing and later grilling some hamburgers. This is good stuff ya’ll! As you already know, it's better to look at what we CAN DO, rather
- [2020 Scholarship Announces The Chance For This One Week Vacation](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/04/14/2020-scholarship-announces-the-chance-for-this-one-week-vacation/) - A GREAT WAY TO HELP THE PHiP SCHOLARSHIP You can be the lucky winner of a Margaritaville Island Reserve all-inclusive One Week vacation in Riviera Maya! This year Ultimate Vacations has graciously donated a week long trip to help benefit the PHiP scholarship. You can buy these tickets individually or as a club donation to
- [PHiP's MOTM 2020 Drawing Winners and the Casa Marina is Sold Out!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/04/10/phips-motm-2020-drawing-winners-and-the-casa-marina-is-sold-out/) - The Casa Marina is Sold-out! Drawing Winners! Hello Everyone. I hope everyone is staying safe during these very different days we are experiencing at this time. I want to give everyone a few updates for PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2020! HERE ARE THE DRAWING WINNERS FOR PHiP’s MEETING OF THE MINDS 2020! For the four
- [PHiP's MOTM 2020 Update - Casa 99% Sold Out, Drawings Ending Soon, A Music Note](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/03/28/phips-motm-2020-update-casa-99-sold-out-drawings-ending-soon-a-music-note/) - The Casa Marina is 99% SOLD-OUT, Drawings END Tuesday, Aaron Scherz Band! Hello everyone! Here are a few quick updates for PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2020. There are many distractions in the world right now and I hope you and yours are staying safe wherever you are. Better days are ahead and as the
- [Jimmy Buffett launches Cabin Fever Virtual Tour](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/03/25/jimmy-buffett-launches-cabin-fever-virtual-tour/) - Jimmy Buffett launches Cabin Fever Virtual Tour for fans to watch concerts at home Starting March 25, the king of chill will upload a live concert from his archives every Wednesday and Saturday at 8 p.m. PST. Since he can’t physically tour, Jimmy Buffett has launched his Spring 2020 Cabin Fever Virtual Tour,
- [President’s Notes March 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/03/21/presidents-notes-march-2020/) - THE RIGHT WORD AT THE RIGHT TIME! What single word can you find that can turn someone’s day around for the better? Many come to mind…peace, joy, hope, compassion and more. But, the best of these is “LOVE!” With love in our hearts, what we say and what we do for others will strengthen and
- [PHiP Scholarship Ending in 2 week](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/03/17/phip-scholarship-ending-in-2-week/) - ONLY TWO WEEKS LEFT TO GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN. Below are the details of the scholarship. We are proud to announce that the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest for 2020 is OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their
- [PHLASH PHLOCKING POSTPONED: CELEBRATION FREE CONCERT, March 15](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/03/12/phlash-phlocking-postponed-celebration-free-concert-march-15/) - PHLASH PHLOCKING EVENT POSTPONED: The Celebration Free Concert event hosted by "Fishin' for a Cure" scheduled Sunday, March 15, at the Emerald Club has been postponed due to taking precautionary measures as advised but will be rescheduled. We'll keep you updated!
- [PHLASH PHLOCKING - Free Concert sponsored by "Fishin For a Cure"](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/03/09/phlash-phlocking-free-concert-sponsored-by-fishin-for-a-cure/) - SUNDAY, MARCH 15 2020, E-CLUB, EMERALD ISLE, 2-5 PM Let's show our support for "Fishin' For a Cure" and PHLASH PHLOCK to their "Free Celebration Concert" featuring Steve Owens and the Summertime Band. This event promises to be an afternoon of PHellowship and PHun! We can dance our Pheathers off! Hope to see you there.
- [JIMMY BUFFETT CONCERT AND "IT'S 5 O'CLOCK SOMEWHERE" TAILGATE PARTY](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/03/03/jimmy-buffett-concert-and-its-5-oclock-somewhere-tailgate-party/) - IT'S NOT TOO LATE! YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT! We're PHlocking to Coastal Credit Union Music Park (Walnut Creek) on 4/18/20 to party at Jimmy's "Escape to Margaritaville" concert and "It's 5 O'clock Somewhere" joint Tailgate Party with PHofNC of Raleigh! We're doing this right PHolks! Here's the scoop: Concert Tickets
- [President's Notes February 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/02/26/presidents-notes-february-2020/) - I'm still asked questions about our club so here are some facts I'd like to share. The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club (EIPHC) was founded in 2002. We are a nonprofit social organization for people interested in Jimmy Buffett, Trop Rock music and a tropical spirit. Our purpose is to assist in community outreach programs
- [1st Phlash Phlocking of 2020!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/02/11/1st-phlash-phlocking-of-2020/) - Ok Parrot Head Phlock. Let's get together for a Phlash Phlocking on Sat, Feb. 22nd, at Carolina Home and Garden from 6:00-10:00. A fundraiser is going on for Matt Miller, half of the local duo of Wild Honey, who lost his house and all belongings in a recent house fire. Let's get out and support
- [PHiP Scholarship Is Taking Applications Now Through March 31st](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/02/11/phip-scholarship-is-taking-applications-now-through-march-31st/) - We are proud to announce that the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest for 2020 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education. This program was established in
- [The latest update for PHiP's Meeting of the Minds 2020!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/02/02/the-latest-update-for-phips-meeting-of-the-minds-2020/) - Hello Everyone! February is here and it is time to let you know how things are progressing for the “Party at the End of the World” in Key West this year! I can tell you that my phone line and computer have been working overtime for weeks to connect with the artists and bands
- [February 7 – Phlocking at the Emerald Club, 7 p.m.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/27/february-7-phlocking-at-the-emerald-club-7-p-m/) - LOVE IS IN THE AIR! We all know the Parrot Heads love one another so bring your sweetheart out for a "lovely" good time at the February Phlocking. Wear red and/or hearts to show your loving spirit to your Parrot Head family. Bonnie Forkey is hosting and all raffle proceeds will benefit Carteret County Domestic
- [The January 2020 Tradewind Times is now online!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/25/the-january-2020-tradewind-times-is-now-online/) - The January 2020 Tradewind Times is now on line! Go to this link to read it: https://s3.amazonaws.com/busites_www/phipcom/1/1/pages/Oct2019TWT.pdf (It says Oct2019TWT in the link, but it is the new one.) You can always go to the PHIP website, https://www.phip.com/club and scroll down the left side then select Tradewind Times. See what our new PHIP President Billy Brehm wrote.
- [Souper Bowl 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/25/souper-bowl-2020/) - We invite you to join your Emerald Isle Parrot Head Phriends for another day of phun to support a great cause. Come out and watch the 2020 Super Bowl and cheer on the team of your choosing or just choose the best commercial. We will be hosting our SOUPER BOWL PARTY 2020 at the Emerald
- [President's Notes January 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/24/presidents-notes-january-2020/) - What better way to start off the New Year than to have an opportunity to see Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band live in concert! Open your mind and let the phantasy begin. Come hear the stories in his music about life, people, friends, society and relationships. It’s a special lifetime event. No where
- [PHiP Scholarship is Now Open](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/15/phip-scholarship-is-now-open/) - We are proud to announce that the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest for 2020 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education. This program was established in 2008.
- [PHLUFF UP THE PHLOCK 2020](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/13/phluff-up-the-phlock-2020/) - The Phluffing was a phun time for visiting and working together as we planned 2020! A big "Thank You" to our 2019 Board and Committee members for their countless hours of service and a warm "Welcome" to our newly elected 2020 Board and Committee members for their promise of a successful new year! Here's a
- [MARDI GRAS FAT TUESDAY BASH @ 34 NORTH BAR - SAVE THE DATE!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/06/mardi-gras-fat-tuesday-bash-34-north-bar-save-the-date/) - "PARTY WITH A PURPOSE" AT MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION OFFERED BY 34 NORTH BAR 34 North Bar, Cedar Point, has invited the Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club to attend its Mardi Gras Celebration and fundraiser scheduled for Fat Tuesday, February 25, 2020 beginning at 6 pm. The event will include a food truck offering Cajun themed
- [RESERVE YOUR BUFFETT CONCERT TICKETS NOW! DEADLINE JAN. 15](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/05/reserve-your-buffett-concert-tickets-now-deadline-jan-15/) - This offer is for EIPHC members only. DEADLINE FOR RESERVATIONS: 1/15/2020 Under the menu section of our website "Reservations for 4/18 Buffett Concert", you can now reserve inside tickets, lawn tickets and bus trip tickets for the upcoming Buffett concert in Raleigh on April 18, 2020, and be obligated to pay later. Our bus
- [Jimmy's coming to Walnut Creek April 18th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2020/01/03/jimmys-coming-to-walnut-creek-april-18th/) - Time Sensitive information: If you have not heard already, Jimmy Buffett will be doing a concert in Walnut Creek (Raleigh) on April 18th (Saturday). As in the past, Parrot Head Club members can purchase inside tickets to sit with other Parrot Head Clubs. You of course have the option of purchasing tickets directly for lawn
- [Membership – It is Time to pay your annual dues](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/12/29/membership-it-is-time-to-pay-your-annual-dues/) - January is time to renew your annual dues. All 2020 dues must be paid by January 31st. It doesn’t matter what month you joined because our dues are only $10.00 per person and we do not pro-rate them. There are three ways to pay your dues. We prefer that you use Method 1 or
- [President’s Notes December 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/12/29/presidents-notes-december-2019/) - “Life is a journey that’s measured not in miles or years but in experiences” says Jimmy. Thank you all for your support as we sailed through 2019, with great phun, great phriends and great events! We shared our forever moments of complete insanity partying on the beach, biking from bar to bar with over 300
- [NEWS FLASH! ISBC FINAL FIGURES!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/12/17/news-flash-isbc-final-figures/) - It’s official! Spread the word! With nearly 400 crawlers participating in the 2019 Island Santa Bar Crawl, the Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club will contribute $15,500 to Make-A-Wish, Eastern North Carolina. We are thankful for our Big Birds, Jimi and Moh, and the many pholks who contributed in making this event a huge success for
- [YOUR PHiP's MOTM 2020 Registration and Hotel Link UPDATE!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/12/15/your-phips-motm-2020-registration-and-hotel-link-update/) - Hello Everyone! It is almost Christmas and it is time to OPEN REGISTRATION FOR the 29th Annual PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2020 “Party at the End of the World.” As I told you a few days ago registration for the event and Casa Marina reservations opens at 08:00 AM EST this Monday, December 16!!! Remember if you book a
- [PHiP's Meeting of the Minds 2019 Wrap Up Notes](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/12/08/phips-meeting-of-the-minds-2019-wrap-up-notes/) - Hello Parrot Heads! I hope your holiday season is going well and you have recovered from another PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds! The 28th Annual PHiP's Meeting of the Minds "License to Chill" was very successful in many ways and it all seemed to go down in a few hours instead of days. Time
- [Everything you need to know about the Santa Crawl](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/12/05/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-santa-crawl/) - A few things to know! If you have not registered yet, there are two options, register Friday, December 6th at the Parrot Head PHlocking (at the E-Club) and it will cost you $15. Register the day of the event Saturday December 7th (at the E-Club) and it will cost $20. The on line registration
- [Presidents Notes November 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/11/26/presidents-notes-november-2019/) - AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE Invest a second in reading these lyrics to a song by JB regarding giving thanks for life every day! You’ll love it. I think it describes the heart of a Parrot Head. Bully in the playground Where am I gonna play Found another playground Half a block away Made a little
- [2019 ISLAND SANTA BAR CRAWL SPONSORS!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/11/11/2019-island-santa-bar-crawl-sponsors/) - A BIG THANK YOU to our wonderful sponsors!
- [ISBC Registration is OPEN!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/10/23/isbc-registration-is-open/) - We are excited to announce that online registration for the 2019 Island Santa Bar Crawl is now open!! The ISBC will be held on Saturday, December 7th from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. Same day registration and the starting location for the event will be at the E-Club. This year's "Official Santa Stops" are Surfs Up,
- [2019 ISLAND SANTA CRAWL - BAR STOPS REVEALED!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/11/10/2019-island-santa-crawl-bar-stops-revealed/) - Walk, crawl, or ride on December 7 to these stops. Each has its own special plans to make your experience memorable! We thank them for being a special part of this Event!
- [PHLOCKING FOOD DRIVE! FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/10/29/phlocking-food-drive-friday-november-1/) - Bring can goods and nonperishables to contribute to Storehouse Pantry, located in Morehead City, which provides much needed food to families in Carteret and neighboring counties! We'll also be having a 50/50 for their cause! It's that time of year to be thankful while we "Party with a Purpose" at the E-Club on Friday, November
- [President's Notes October 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/10/29/presidents-notes-october-2019/) - HOLIDAY CHALLENGE! Here’s a challenge for all you Parrot Head PHriends. It’s easy, fun and a quick way to make it through the October, November and December, festivities! We all love this time of year, but it brings with it a lot of demands like parties, shopping, cooking (my least favorite), travel, etc. Try this
- [2019 ISBC Event T-Shirts....Get Yours NOW!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/10/23/2019-isbc-event-t-shirts-get-yours-now/) - This year's Island Santa Bar Crawl T-Shirts will be available for purchase online until November 10, 2019. The t-shirt is green and white, long sleeved and made of soft cotton. The price of the shirt is $15. We will have a limited number of shirts available on the day of the event, but we are
- [The October 2019 Edition of the Tradewind Times is now online!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/10/22/the-october-2019-edition-of-the-tradewind-times-is-now-online/) - The fourth Quarter 2019 Tradewind Times edition is now available on line and ready for reading and sharing! In this issue you'll find some important information about the 28th Meeting of the Minds – "License to Chill". There's information for the on-site registration this year, the specials at the Casa Marina, and service projects. Also the PHIP
- [BEER & BASEBALL BUS TOUR! SAVE THE DATE!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/10/08/beer-baseball-bus-tour-save-the-date/) - On JUNE 13, 2020, the Emerald Isle Parrot Heads and PHriends will be on the road again to Kinston, NC! First stop is Mother Earth Brewery for great beer and cool company, second is Grainger Stadium for a private party with Wood Ducks baseball, food, drinks and the return of RICK LAMB AND THE PHINN-ADDICTS
- [President's Notes September 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/09/30/presidents-notes-september-2019/) - Hey Y’all! Hope you are having a phine time of year where we’re still having phun in the sun! I want to share with you my recent adventure to Myrtle Beach. A few of us EIPHC members visited the Throw Back Shell Party . It’s amazing when you can visit other clubs and experience so
- [The latest update for PHiP's Meeting of the Minds 2019!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/09/30/the-latest-update-for-phips-meeting-of-the-minds-2019/) - Hello Everyone! PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2019 is barely a month away and here is some more information as we approach the event! I want to explain why the music is starting so early on Saturday morning this year. A few short months ago I made a required change to the entertainment
- [PHiP's Meeting of the Minds Announces On Site Registration in Key West!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/09/24/phips-meeting-of-the-minds-announces-on-site-registration-in-key-west/) - Hello everyone! Registration for PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2019 is CLOSED as of September 15th! Orders are headed to vendors and t-shirts are being printed for the event! Soon we will be in KEY WEST for an awesome event! I want to tell you that registration was very good this year
- [Confusion about times for the Coast is Clear Party](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/09/13/confusion-about-times-for-the-coast-is-clear-party/) - September 15th - Sunday Coast is Clear Under the Pier Party - beginning at noon, on the beach to the left of the Pier as you face the water. Michael Moyer will be the big bird again and is lining up all his help (weenie wrappers, set up and take down teams and raffle team
- [UPDATE ON HURRICANE NEEDS](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/09/10/update-on-hurricane-needs/) - 9/10/19 – First of all, thanks to all of you who have donated items, money and volunteer time in support of our efforts to help the victims of our recent storm. As always, we can count on you to jump in with both feet running. As you know, there are ever-changing conditions and needs on
- [YOUR PHiP's MEETING OF THE MINDS UPDATE!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/08/28/your-phips-meeting-of-the-minds-update-2/) - T-MINUS 18 DAYS UNTIL REGISTRATION FOR PHiP’s MEETING OF THE MINDS CLOSES!! Hello Parrot Heads! Happy Labor Day! This is a quick update that will be followed by others chocked full of information about PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds! The pace is picking up, the clock is ticking, and YOU NEED TO REGISTER
- [President's Notes August 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/08/27/presidents-notes-august-2019/) - WHO ARE WE? Of course, we are fans of Jimmy Buffett, singer, songwriter, author and businessman. But, being a Parrot Head is so much more. It’s a state of mind! Age has nothing to do with it. We love the lifestyle, the party, the ocean, the sunshine, and a relaxed sense of freedom. It allows
- [PHiP's MEETING OF THE MINDS UPDATE!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/08/17/phips-meeting-of-the-minds-update/) - A QUICK CALENDAR UPDATE FOR PHiP’S 2019 MEETING OF THE MINDS!! Hello Parrot Heads! Here is the latest update for PHiP’s 28th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2019 “License to Chill in Key West, Florida. Don’t delay in registering for PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds! Why? You have until September 15th and then registration is
- [President's Notes July 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/07/28/presidents-notes-july-2019/) - 17th Anniversary, Alive and Well! While some of you reading this article were young children when this club began in 2002, others of you were here getting it started! Imagine how different we and the surrounding areas would be without it…no charity events and fundraisers, no area cleanups, no phlockings, and no new parrot head
- [Meeting of the Minds IMPORTANT SCHEDULE UPDATE!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/07/24/meeting-of-the-minds-important-schedule-update/) - Hello Parrot Heads! Here is the latest update and a NEW announcement that has been in the works for months for PHiP’s 28th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2019 “License to Chill in Key West, Florida. First Coral Reefer Mac McAnally’s set is moving to Thursday night! The Key West Beach Party with Nashville’s James T
- [17th Club Anniversary, 2 Great Parties, 1 Awesome Weekend🎉](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/07/15/17th-club-anniversary-2-great-parties-1-awesome-weekend🎉/) - It's our Club's 17th Anniversary!!!... Come help us celebrate at Phlocking, Friday August 2nd and "No Boat Required" island party, August 4th.Matt Morel and Emerald Club will be hosting EIPHC's annual Luau. In true tradition, Matt will have a pig pickin' and cold drink specials, as well as, Corona reps dishin' swag! Party starts at
- [Community Fundraiser Saturday July 13th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/07/11/community-fundraiser-saturday-july-13th/) - Please join your community on Saturday, July 13th at 2 PM at the Emerald Club for a double fundraising event This fundraiser will be to help with expenses for the surviving family members of the recently deceased Vicki Williamson Huehner and Carrie Almeida Haskett in this time of need. $10 barbeque plates! All donations are
- [YOUR PHiP's Meeting of the Minds "License to Chill" Update!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/07/11/your-phips-meeting-of-the-minds-license-to-chill-update/) - REGISTRATION CLOSES ON SEPTEMBER 15 FOR PHiP’S 2019 MEETING OF THE MINDS!! There are only 67 Days Left to Register! Hello Parrot Heads! Here is the current update for PHiP’s 28th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2019 “License to Chill in Key West, Florida. Don’t delay in registering for PHiP’s Meeting of the
- ["HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA" JULY PHLOCKING](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/06/24/happy-birthday-america-july-phlocking/) - Yes, it’s our great nation’s birthday the week of our phlocking set for Friday, July 5, at the E-Club, Emerald Isle, NC, beginning at 7 p.m. There’s no better way to celebrate than with a party thrown by our phlock as we “Party with a Purpose!” Lots of fun is in store, including free food
- [President's Notes June 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/06/24/presidents-notes-june-2019/) - “One Particular Harbor,” it’s a magic kind of medicine that no doctor could prescribe! The harbor is right here and EIPHC contributes to its magic each year! Our membership continues to grow as we welcome new members and invite them to get involved in our many projects. Our fundraising efforts have magnified with the help
- [2 Important Events](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/06/13/2-important-events/) - Next up in July!!!! If you enjoyed the outing to the Kinston Wood Ducks or if you missed the event, we have another chance to party with your fellow Parrot Heads. Friday, July 12th we have arranged another Baseball outing,( this time a little closer to home) with the Morehead City Marlins playing the Wilson
- [2019 PHiP Scholarship Winners Announced](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/06/11/2019-phip-scholarship-winners-announced/) - Hello Parrot Heads: It is the extreme honor of the 2019 PHiP Board of Directors to announce the winners of the 2019 scholarships. We would like to thank our judges for their hard work and efforts in reading each and every application. The applicants had to answer three questions as well as submit a
- [PHiP's Meeting of the Minds Raffle Baskets](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/05/26/phips-meeting-of-the-minds-raffle-baskets/) - W O W !!!!! MOTM 2019 is going to find the parrotheads, in attendance B-U-S-Y!! The musical lineups for the annual phlocking is phantastic. We hope you’ve enjoyed all of the phestivities that the summer has offered - but have saved energy for the super, fantastic lineup at MOTM. 1) music every day, all day at the Casa 2) great shopping
- [YOUR PHIP's Meeting of the Minds Update!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/05/26/your-phips-meeting-of-the-minds-update/) - Hello Parrot Heads! It is a holiday weekend and you can feel Summer in the air! Here is the current update for PHiP’s 28th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2019 “License to Chill!” PHUN, PHREE STUFF…READ ON…. It as been a couple of weeks since I have sent you an email. In that time
- [President's Notes May 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/05/24/presidents-notes-may-2019/) - “IF WE COULDN’T LAUGH, WE WOULD ALL GO INSANE!” So true from every perspective and especially at our 16th Annual Beach Bike Poker Run. We laughed and even cackled, yet some of us still went insane. What a great day of making history! We’re donating $20,000 to Semper Fi Fund Kids Camp, bringing the total
- [Hands Across the Sand 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/05/15/hands-across-the-sand-2019/) - Hands Across the Sand 2019 is coming to Bogue Banks this Saturday, with events in Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle. It's a 15-minute event at noon Saturday May 18th to raise awareness and solidarity with others around the world to protect the beaches we all love. In Emerald Isle, it's at Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier,
- [Beach Bicycle Poker Run is this Saturday....don't miss this event!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/05/13/beach-bicycle-poker-run-is-this-saturday-dont-miss-this-event/) - May 18th – Beach Bike Poker Run – -16th Annual Beach Bike Poker Run - The day of the event, registration begins at 12 noon at the Emerald Club, 8102 Emerald Drive. The ride begins at 2 PM. Visit 7 local establishments and draw a card for a winning poker hand and cash prizes! Decorate
- [BEACH BICYCLE POKER RUN A HUGE SUCCESS!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/05/22/3132/) - WOW - $20,000 RAISED IN THE 16TH ANNUAL BEACH BICYCLE POKER RUN. Yes, that is right, we topped last year's total by $5000. Every year, the event has been more successful thanks to dedicated Parrot Heads who plan, scheme and energize the PHlock and the community to raise fun/funds and Party with a Purpose. A
- [YOUR PHiP Meeting of the Minds Update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/05/05/your-phip-meeting-of-the-minds-update/) - Hello Everyone! Here is YOUR update on PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2019 “License to Chill” in Key West, Florida! Well here we are... it's already the month of May! Jimmy Buffett concerts are happening and people are registering and booking travel for the 28th annual PHiP Meeting of the Minds in Key West! Behind The Scenes
- [Cinco de Friyayyy!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/04/29/cinco-de-friyayyy/) - It's Phlocking time this Friday, May 3rd...join us at 7:00 at the Emerald Club. Marcia Bair has lots of fun planned, including Best Decorated Sombrero and a Limbo Contest !!! This month's 50/50 will benefit the Bogue Banks Surfrider Foundation. Their active groups are dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's beaches. It's finally getting warm and
- [President’s Notes April 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/04/28/presidents-notes-april-2019/) - I LOVE PARROT HEAD EVENTS!!! Yep, warm days are here, and we are all just itching to party! One great place to start is at our 16th Annual Beach Bike Poker Run! Whether it’s your first or your sixteenth ride, it’s an experience that offers wonderful memories and great stories that last forever! It’s a
- [ATTENTION!!! ONLINE REGISTRATION EXPIRES ON SATURDAY, MAY 4.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/04/27/attention-online-registration-expires-on-saturday-may-4/) - That's right! You have one week remaining to register online and save $5.00 per ticket! Ticket is $20 online or $25 day of event. See flyer for event detail
- [April 2019 Tradewind Times is now online!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/04/18/april-2019-tradewind-times-is-now-online/) - The Second Quarter 2019 edition of the Tradewind Times is now available on line and ready for reading and sharing! In this issue you will find the always anticipated “State of the Phlock” with details about how awesome you all did last year! President Kathy Pfister has some great words of wisdom for us all! There is
- [SAY "HELLO" TO OUR 2019 POKER STOPS!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/04/17/say-hello-to-our-2019-poker-stops/) - These folks are so excited about serving you. It all begins at the E-Club at noon on Sat. May 18. Register online now so you can experience what they have to offer and more!
- [BEACH BIKE POKER RUN 2019 SPONSORS](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/04/12/beach-bike-poker-run-2019-sponsors/) - "Phinz Up" to OUR GREAT SPONSORS who help make this event possible! Thank you!
- [PHiP's Meeting of the Minds 2019 Drawing Winners Are Announced!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/04/06/phips-meeting-of-the-minds-2019-drawing-winners-are-announced/) - Hello Parrot Heads! Here is your PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds “License to Chill” Update! Casa Marina and the Reach Resort Update The Casa Marina is currently sold out for Meeting of the Minds 2019. There are usually a few cancellations through the year due to “life gets in the way” so if you want
- [MAY 18 2019, BEACH BIKE POKER RUN, REGISTER NOW!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/04/03/may-18-2019-beach-bike-poker-run-register-now/) - REGISTRATION AVAILABLE ONLINE FOR $20. YOU SAVE $5. RACE DAY REGISTRATION $25. Event t-shirts @ $10.00 each are also available online for purchasing, so register now at www.emeraldisleparrotheads.com, to guarantee yourself the t-shirt size you want and to save money! WHEN: MAY 18, 2019 (see schedule below) WHERE: Beginning at E-Club, 8102 Emerald Drive,
- [April Phlocking - April 5, 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/03/28/april-phlocking-april-5-2019/) - Spring has sprung and it's time for our monthly Phlocking on Friday, April 5th from 7:00-9:00pm. As always, we will gather at the E-CLub for some Parrothead Phun!! April is Autism Awareness Month and while we "Party with a Purpose", we will be raising money for The Crystal Coast Autism Center. We will have Autism
- [FINS UP Y'ALL!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/03/09/fins-up-yall/)
- [A Great Way To Help The PHiP Scholarship](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/03/09/a-great-way-to-help-the-phip-scholarship/) - IT'S BACK! THE TRIP OF THE YEAR! Windjammer has once again graciously donated a windjammer cruise to help benefit the PHiP Scholarship. You can buy these tickets individually or as a club donation to the scholarship (domino college recognition) and use this great prize for your fundraiser. DETAILS OF THE CRUSE AT THE BOTTOM
- [PHiP Scholarship Closes on March 31st](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/03/09/phip-scholarship-closes-on-march-31st/) - It's that time of year again for the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest. Please pass this information along to your club members. You can cut and paste this email and include it in your email you send out to your members. This is the only way that your members will know of this great opportunity
- [President’s Notes February 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/02/25/presidents-notes-february-2019/) - Good day my fellow Parrot Heads! February has gone by fast with its Super Bowl celebrations and its sweet hugs and kisses on St. Valentine’s Day. Now, get ready for a cheery “Top of the Morning!” as we celebrate the Emerald Isle St. Patty’s Day Festival on Saturday, March 16. Come support our volunteers working
- [YOUR 2019 Meeting of the Minds Update!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/02/24/your-2019-meeting-of-the-minds-update/) - Hello Everyone! Here is a quick update on PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2019 “License to Chill” in Key West, Florida! The 2019 Meeting of the Minds schedule will be online in a couple of weeks! The schedule is almost complete!! The ink is drying on some contracts and the phone bank is still working overtime.
- [Shamrock Shenanigans Phlocking March 1st☘️...](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/02/20/shamrock-shenanigans-phlocking-march-1st☘️/) - It's Phlocking time again. Join the fun at 7:00 at the Emerald Club, March 1st. Bonnie Forkey is hosting and has planned an exciting shamrock hunt and chosen Carobell Inc as our 50/50 charity... Carobell is A COMMUNITY SERVICE PROVIDER DEDICATED TO PROVIDING SELF-DIRECTED SUPPORTS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, EMPOWERING THEM TO REACH
- [PHiP's Meeting of the Minds 2019 Update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/01/28/phips-meeting-of-the-minds-2019-update/) - Hello Everyone! It’s almost February and the days are getting a little longer. I hope you are staying warm for now and thinking of tropical times later this year! We want YOU in Key West in November! Here is a quick update on PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2019 “License to Chill” in Key West, Florida! The
- [SOUPER BOWL 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/01/15/souper-bowl-2019/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Heads would like to invite you to join us for another day of fun to support a great cause. Come out and watch the 2019 Super Bowl and cheer on the team of your choosing or just choose the best commercial. We will be hosting a SOUPER BOWL PARTY at Island
- ["GET YOUR GAME ON!" PHLOCKING FEBRUARY 1](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/01/25/get-your-game-on-phlocking-february-1/) - February 1, 2019, 7 p.m, E-Club! Let the games begin! Celebrate your favorite team (college or professional) by sporting your team’s colors, logos, jerseys, hats etc. The night will include fine music, a 50/50 drawing, Matt’s great food and special drinks. There’s also planned a cool, phun game for those who love their mascot!! See
- [President's Notes, January 2019](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/01/25/presidents-notes-january-2019/) - Get ready, get set, let’s go! We’re off and running and looking forward to our new year of 2019 and all it has in store for us! 2018 was awesome and we couldn’t have had the success we had without all of you! Thanks to the time you donated and to your gracious generosity, we
- [PHiP Scholarship Announcement](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/01/16/phip-scholarship-announcement-2/) - Hello Club Leaders: It's that time of year again for the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest. We are proud to announce that the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest for 2019 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children or
- [NC Coastal Federation Hoop Pole Creek Litter Pick UP](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2019/01/09/nc-coastal-federation-hoop-pole-creek-litter-pick-up/) - Saturday, January 12th 10 am to noon. Well I just learned of an event that we have always participated in for many years and in fact we are their primary source of labor/volunteers. The Hoop Pole Creek clean up used to be in March but was moved to January a year or two ago. Somehow
- [President’s Notes, December 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/12/28/presidents-notes-december-2018/) - Cheers to the passing of 2018! Another chapter is written in our “Book of Parrot Head Tales.” Exciting stories include monthly phlockings, St. Patty’s Day Celebration, Disc Golf Tournament, Land and Sea clean ups, and Island and Beach parties. Then there’s wild accountings of a daring Diva Walk, a hot chili cookoff, the building of
- [Re"soul"ution Time](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/12/28/resoulution-time/) - New Year, New You, New Dues...time for the whopping $10 annual dues! Join the Phun January 4th at 7 at the nest, Emerald Club, for the Phirst Phlocking of 2019. In lieu of donations, the registration table will be collecting 2019 membership dues. Find out about upcoming events for the Club and community. Hope to
- [MOTM 2019 CASA MARINA RESERVATIONS & REGISTRATION UPDATE!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/12/10/motm-2019-casa-marina-reservations-registration-update/) - Hello Everyone! I hope your holiday season is going great and you are staying warm! Can you believe another year has come and almost gone already? This is your 7 day notice! On Monday, December 17, 2018 at 12:00 noon Eastern Standard Time the Casa Marina will open for PHiP’s Meeting of the Minds 2019 reservations! Please mark
- [Santa Crawl is Saturday, December 8th, Read all about it!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/12/07/santa-crawl-is-saturday-december-8th-read-all-about-it/) - December 8th– ISLAND SANTA BAR CRAWL 2:00-6:00pm to benefit Make a Wish -. This fun event is sponsored by the Emerald Isle Parrot Heads to benefit the Eastern Carolina Make a Wish Foundation. $10 for pre-registration, $15 the day of the event. Pre-registration at www.emeraldisleparrotheads.com or on Facebook – Emerald Isle Parrot Heads. On line
- [Last Phlocking of 2018 😕](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/12/06/last-phlocking-of-2018-😕/) - December 7th , First Friday PHlocking - 7 PM Emerald Club . Let’s start off the Christmas Season by having some fun and doing something for those who will have no home for Christmas. At this month’s PHlocking we will be dressing in RED or GREEN just to warm up to the whole season. If
- [DECEMBER NEWSLETTER HAS BEEN SENT](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/12/03/december-newsletter-has-been-sent/) - Please check your email for the newsletter. If you are a paid member and did not receive the newsletter, please look in your spam, if you find it there, please mark it as not spam so future emails will go through. It should say it is from the Emerald Isle Parrot Heads, but it might
- [Island Santa Bar Crawl Registration Update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/11/29/island-santa-bar-crawl-registration-update/) - Online registration for the ISBC 2018 will remain open until December 6, 2018. On site registration will be available at the Phlocking on Friday, December 7th and on the day of the event at the E-Club. Registration cost online or at the Phlocking will be $10. The fee on the day of the event will
- [President’s Notes, November 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/11/29/presidents-notes-november-2018/) - By now you know that EIPHC’s float didn’t make it to the parade since there was no parade. Lots of hours of labor and love were shared while crafting this baby! Even in its beginning stages, we knew we had a winner! The bright colorful shapes and letters on its sassy frame display love, hope,
- [Island Santa Bar Crawl Registration Open](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/11/01/island-santa-bar-crawl-registration-open/) - The online registration for the Island Santa Bar Crawl is up and running at www.emeraldisleparrotheads.com. Be sure to register early and purchase your event T-Shirt. The Island Santa Bar Crawl will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018 from 2-6pm. Plan to stay at the EClub after the crawl for music, drinks and a food
- [President’s Notes, October 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/10/29/presidents-notes-october-2018/) - “The Good Side of Life” We have all been tested this year with life’s many struggles, and among these, the devastation of Flo! Sometimes life dishes out a bunch of “lousy limes,” and we wonder how to get back to “margaritas!” Yeah, there is a bad side to life. Jimmy says, “it takes no more
- ["Flo Reel" success...](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/10/26/flo-reel-success/) - What a fantastic showing this year for our Tu-tus for Ta-tas and Chili cook-off! $3,650 for 2018 Fishin' for a Cure (hurricane relief) Special thanks to Flippers, Emerald Club, and Island Time Tavern for supporting and hosting these events!!! If you missed the fun, these are annual events...so mark your calendars for next year!
- [Boogity, boogity, boogity!...Race Update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/10/25/boogity-boogity-boogity-race-update/) - Thanks to the generosity of our very own Parrot Heads, BR and Marj Browder, we now will convene in TURN 3. We are using their special parking pass to be able to gather right at the track fence, BEST VIEW OF THE TRACK!...***Tips: chairs, coolers, food can be taken via James's truck ( contact Jan
- [November 2nd Phlocking... karaoke Meeting of the Minds](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/10/23/november-2-phlocking-karaoke-meeting-of-the-minds/) - In addition to all the events going on, we have our November Phlocking coming up. Since the Meeting of the Minds is happening in Key West, we will have our own event with live entertainment. It's us, we the people. DJ Robb will have karaoke for our singing and listening pleasure. This way you can
- [Major Announcements and Events](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/10/20/major-announcements-and-events/) - Xmas Parade Float -We had our first planning meeting and know what we are building and have a start on what we need. If you would like to help with the building (you don’t have to be available every work session, and you don’t have to be here for the Parade on November 24th.) We
- [It's Coming....Are you READY?](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/10/18/its-coming-are-you-ready/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/SAVE-THE-DATE-finalpub.pdf" title="SAVE THE DATE finalpub"]
- [YOUR Meeting of the Minds 2018 Update!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/10/07/your-meeting-of-the-minds-2018-update/) - Hello Parrot Heads! In just over three weeks Meeting of the Minds begins in Key West, Florida!! On October 31st the 27th annual Meeting of the Minds “We are the People Our Parents Warned Us About” will be in underway! Be sure to tell your Parrot head friends and anyone who may want to be in Key West for
- [EIPHC President's Notes, September 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/10/01/eiphc-presidents-notes-september-2018/) - ONE LOVE!!! Last night I attended a post hurricane celebration at the Emerald Club where I listened to one of my favorite bands, Spare Change, and ate my favorite meal, BBQ! I chatted, laughed, danced, sang, and hugged and kissed my sweet family and dear friends, old and new! It was great to see everyone
- [Coast Is Clear is Happening!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/09/27/coast-is-clear-is-happening/) - ATTENTION Parrot Heads time to Party for a Purpose... WHO: Michael Moyer and Mendy Barrow never fail to host a fun filled afternoon beach party. Who's bringing the Bullhorn?!? WHAT: Raffles, hot dogs, music, sun and fun! Proceeds/ donations benefit the Humane Society of Carteret County (which is in Newport, NC and got hit hard by Florence). Poor
- [Lone Palm Foundation - Hurricane Florence](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/09/18/lone-palm-foundation-hurricane-florence/) - Good morning Parrot Heads, Florence has created flooding over significant portions of North Carolina and South Carolina. This morning we were informed of Parrot Head's evacuating due to flooding in NC. Many of our club members are going to need our assistance in the coming days. To donate to the Parrot Head Emergency PHUND or for
- [MOTM 2018 REGISTRATION CLOSING IN 15 DAYS!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/09/01/motm-2018-registration-closing-in-15-days/) - Hello Parrot Heads! Happy Labor Day! Can you believe there are only 15 days until registration for Meeting of the Minds closes? Please don’t email me in late September and say you missed the deadline! At midnight we have to close registration for the year! TELL YOUR PHRIENDS…RING THE KIDS!! PHONE THE NEIGHBORS….REGISTRATION FOR MOTM
- [EIPHC President's Notes, August 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/08/21/eiphc-presidents-notes-august-2018/) - I wondered what Parrot Heads and Parrots might have in common other than Jimmy Buffet! After a little research, I discovered that parrots scream, sometimes bite and they’re messy! They are very social creatures and mostly live in flocks. Parrots communicate with others in the flock with vocalizations and by shaking their tail feathers. They
- [A HUGE “THANK YOU!” FROM PELICAN ISLAND BIG BIRDS](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/08/06/a-huge-thank-you-from-pelican-island-big-birds/) - James and Cris thank all of you who volunteered and participated in the Pelican Island Parrot Head Party yesterday. It was a blast from the beginning until the end (ended a bit early due to approaching thunder storms). Everyone played together “come rain or shine” and some funny stories will be shared. Again, the Parrot
- [Host a Phlocking...](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/08/06/host-a-phlocking/) - Hi everyone! I hope you're having a great summer!!! I am presenting the opportunity for you and your friends to host one of our remaining PHlockings. Available dates are...Sept. 7th, Oct. 5th, and Nov. 2nd (As always, 1st Friday of each month @ 7pm). Hosting a PHlocking is as simple as choosing a local charity
- [EIPHC ANNIVERSARY PARTY-SUNDAY AUGUST 5TH-PELICAN ISLAND](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/07/30/eiphc-anniversary-party-sunday-august-5th-pelican-island/) - Please Note Change, Children may attend with signed waiver...... August 5 – Sunday -1:00 PM Island/Sand Bar Party at Pelican Island Parrot Heads and friends will arrive by boat, kayak, canoe, or other(?) for a time that we get together and relax, enjoy each other’s company and spend a fun-filled day at the beach
- [Important Island/Sand Bar Party Info](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/07/29/important-island-sand-bar-party-info/) - August 5 – Sunday -1:00 PM Island/Sand Bar Party at Pelican Island Parrot Heads and friends will arrive by boat, kayak, canoe, or other(?) for a time that we get together and relax, enjoy each other’s company and spend a fun-filled day at the beach swimming, eating, playing games, and listening to great music. Below
- [EIPHC President's Notes, July 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/07/25/eiphc-presidents-notes-july-2018/) - Words can’t express how proud I am of our EIPHC! This year has been fantastic and incredibly rewarding. If you haven’t done so already or want to catch up, you can read about us on the National Parrot Head Club website at https://www.phip.com/ and by selecting “Clubs and Chapter Info”, then selecting the Tradewind Times
- [PHLASH PHLOCKING!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/07/24/phlash-phlocking/) - Hey Parrot Heads, Let’s get this Phlock Rocking! Bring your lawn chairs and get ready for a good time with great music down by the sea! Enjoy the rockin’ tunes of BIG DRINK!! The phun starts Thursday at 6:30 p.m, at our own Emeraldfest, Western Beach Regional Access, Emerald Isle. It’s time to Party!
- [The PHIP July 2018 Tradewind Times is now on line! EIPHC  being featured!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/07/19/the-phip-july-2018-tradewind-times-is-now-on-line-eiphc-being-featured/) - The Tradewind Times is the national Parrothead newsletter; published quarterly; Our Emerald Isle Parrothead club is being featured in the July issue; Use the following link to access the newsletter and then go to pages 11 & 12 for the article about our Emerald Isle Parrothead club; Great recognition at the national level!!! https://s3.amazonaws.com/busites_www/phipcom/1/1/pages/July2018TWT2.pdf
- [PHreedom PHlocking July 6, 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/06/20/phreedom-phlocking-july-6-2018/) - The 4th of July will be behind us, but let's keep out the RED, WHITE and BLUE for a few more days and celebrate the GREATNESS of the USA!! The EIPHC will honor our country and patriotism during our July Phlocking on July 6, 2018 from 7-9 pm at the E-Club. We all know what
- [2018 Beach Bike Poker Run Wrapup](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/07/02/2018-beach-bike-poker-run-wrapup/) - On May 19, 2018, the Emerald Isle Parrot Head’s hosted their 15th Annual Beach Bike Poker Run. With 242 participants this was the 2nd largest in history of the event. Each participant rode their bike or walked to the seven poker stops, drew a poker card, and tried to create the best poker hand possible.
- [EIPHC President's Notes, June 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/06/27/eiphc-presidents-notes-june-2018/) - Can you believe our Club’s birthday is almost here? We are making plans for celebrating it in a “BIG BIRD” way! We will PHlock together at the Anniversary Birthday PHlocking on August 3rd and then sail away to our private paradise of food, music, fun and games at the Pelican Island members-only Party on August
- [PHIP_Club_Leaders] PHiP 2018 Scholarship Winner Announced](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/06/13/phip_club_leaders-phip-2018-scholarship-winner-announced/) - Hello Parrot Heads: It is the extreme honor of the 2018 PHiP Board of Directors to announce the winners of the 2018 scholarships. We would like to thank our judges for their hard work and efforts in reading each and every application. The applicants had to answer three questions as well as submit a blind
- [The Clock is Ticking on Meeting of the Minds 2018 Registration!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/06/10/the-clock-is-ticking-on-meeting-of-the-minds-2018-registration/) - Hello Parrot Heads! I hope you are enjoying this warm weather! Summer is almost here! I was just looking at a calendar and I realized we are less than 90 days from registration closing for Meeting of the Minds 2018! All that said I am sending you a note to get registered! The clock is
- [Win A Windjammer Cruise While Helping The PHiP Scholarship](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/05/30/win-a-windjammer-cruise-while-helping-the-phip-scholarship/) - Windjammer has once again graciously donated a windjammer cruise to help benefit the PHiP Scholarship. You can buy these tickets individually or as a club donation to the scholarship (domino college recognition) and use this great prize for your fundraiser. Last years winner was a club and they are using their prize for their fundraiser
- [Island Escape - June 1, 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/05/26/island-escape-june-1-2018/) - Strut your stuff and phluff up your pheathers! Wear your Buffet, Parrot Head, or Margaritaville favorites to the Friday night Phlocking, June 1, from 7 - 9 p.m., at the Emerald Club! Whether it’s hats, shoes or shirts, you’ll be looking good for all your phriends and to our visiting tourists searching for the “island
- [President's Notes, May 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/05/25/presidents-notes-may-2018/) - “It’s important to have as much fun as possible while we’re here. It balances out the times when the minefield of life explodes.” These words from Jimmy Buffet ring so true for all of us, young and old! You can forget that the world has gone nuts when you’re having fun, great fun! This past
- [EIPHC 15th Annual Beach Bicycle Poker Run-Notice!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/05/17/eiphc-15th-annual-beach-bicycle-poker-run-notice/) - FYI, the EIPHC Beach Bike Poker Run is on for Saturday, May 19th, "rain or shine"; NOTE: Online registration for the event is closed effective today, Thursday, May 17th at 5:00 PM; You can still register in person at the E-Club on Saturday, May 19th.
- [EIPHC 15th Annual Beach Bicycle Poker Run](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/05/05/eiphc-15th-annual-beach-bicycle-poker-run/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Heads are excited to be hosting the 15th Annual Beach Bicycle Poker Run in beautiful Emerald Isle, NC. This year the Beach Bicycle Poker Run will again be raising money for the Semper Fi Fund’s Kid’s Camp to send children of Wounded Warriors (Marines and Sailors) to camp for a
- [Extra feathers to all the hard working Parrot Heads in the recent sound sweep!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/05/04/extra-feathers-to-all-the-hard-working-parrot-heads-in-the-recent-sound-sweep/) - The group of 24 people on 6 boats spiffed up the sound islands on April 21st. They collected 44 large garbage bags of mixed trash- approximately 325 pounds! They also picked up 6 pop up canopies, beach chairs, 3 tires, 2 rugs, 10 hats and a life vest. It was hard work, in and out of
- [President's Perch](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/04/30/2477/) - FROM THE PERCH: Jan Hicks Shares her Thoughts: May 2018 We are family! Yep, to achieve our goals, we work together and are united in every way. You may not think that we play a part in the “big picture,” but we really do! Our volunteers make amazing things happen when we Party with
- [15th Annual Beach Bike Poker Run](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/04/26/15th-annual-beach-bike-poker-run/) - Parrot Heads, The time has come! Our 15th Annual Beach Bike Poker Run is just around the corner. Mark May 19th, on your calendar for the FUN filled day! The bicycle poker run will begin at the Emerald Club. Starting at 11:30 you can pick up your registration packet or complete a same day registration This
- [Soundside and Highway Clean-Up April 21 and 22](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/04/15/soundside-and-highway-clean-up-april-21-and-22/) - The EIPHC will celebrate Earth Day with a clean-up event. This year the Surf Riders are also doing a sound side pick up and we are hoping to coordinate with them for this event. You can choose to help with the Highway Pick Up or the Boat Based sound side pick up. Details and sign
- [April 2018 Tradewind Times is now online](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/04/20/april-2018-tradewind-times-is-now-online/) - The second quarter 2018 edition of the Tradewind Times is now available on line and ready for reading and sharing! In this issue you will find the always anticipated “State of the Phlock” with details about how awesome you all did last year! There is also the Top 20 Clubs list with those clubs that have
- [Win a Windjammer Cruise and Help The PHiP Scholarship](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/04/18/win-a-windjammer-cruise-and-help-the-phip-scholarship/) - Windjammer has once again graciously donated a windjammer cruise to help benefit the PHiP Scholarship. You can buy these tickets individually or as a club donation to the scholarship (domino college recognition) and use this great prize for your fundraiser. Last years winner was a club and they are using their prize for their
- [New Member Social - April 25th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/04/15/new-member-social-april-25th/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club will be holding a new member social on April 25th at the Island Time Tavern (across from Rucker Johns in Emerald Plantation). It will be held from 6 to 9 PM. We are inviting all new members who have joined since October, 2017, but all members are invited. You
- ["Par-Tee" with a Purpose - Rescheduled to Saturday, April 14th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/03/30/par-tee-with-a-purpose-april-6-7-2018/) - Par-Tee with a purpose.... Ok guys, I'm sorry to say this, but we will have to postpone the Disc Golf Tournament scheduled for tomorrow at 10am. Since the forecast is rainy and windy, we feel like Sunday will be muddy and slick. So, we are rescheduled for Saturday the 14th, 10am for singles, lunch, then
- [St. Patrick's Day Raffle Check Presentation](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/03/26/st-patricks-day-raffle-check-presentation/) - On Monday, March 26th the Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club presented the Town of Emerald Isle with a check for two thousand dollars ($2000). The money was raised at the EIPHC booth by raffling off items donated by club members and community businesses. The funds will be used by the town to purchase defibrillators for
- [President’s Notes, March 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/03/26/presidents-notes-march-2018/) - Wow, what an active month March has been! The accomplishments and acknowledgements of the EIPHC this month were profound! It started with our fabulous March Phlocking, followed by our Quarterly Board Meeting. Next, I spoke at the Emerald Isle Business Association’s luncheon, on behalf of the Parrot Heads, who were eager to hear of the
- [Disc Golf Clean Up](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/03/26/disc-golf-clean-up/) - Just a reminder that we need volunteers to help with clean up of the disc golf course at EI Woods in advance of our Par-Tee with a Purpose Disc Golf Tournament in April. The clean up will be this Saturday, March 31st at 10am. Bring gloves and lots of muscle! Thanks and see you there.
- [Join Us For A New Member Social](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/03/19/join-us-for-a-new-member-social-2/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club will be sponsoring a new member social on April 25 th at the Island Time Tavern (across from Rucker Johns in Emerald Plantations.) It will be held from 6 to 9 PM. We are inviting all new members who have joined since October, 2017, but all members are
- [REMINDER: Last Call for 2018 Club Dues](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/03/15/reminder-last-call-for-2018-club-dues/) - Last Call for Dues REMINDER: Club member dues are due in January of each year, We have sent out reminders in the January and February newsletters. If your dues have not been paid by March 31st, your membership information will be removed from our data base. That means you will no longer receive emails,
- [Calling all Captains!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/03/09/calling-all-captains/) - We are planning the biannual sound sweep by boat, on Saturday April 21st. We will try to match crew with boat captains, but are at this time looking for more boats! So please contact Val Johnson at gocoastalgirl@gmail.com if you have a boat, and/or can accommodate an eager crew! Ask your friends and neighbors too!
- [REMINDER:  First Annual EIPHC Disc Golf Tournament](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/02/06/first-annual-eiphc-disc-golf-tournament/) - First Annual EIPHC Disc Golf Tournament April 7th 2018 $20 registration per person Novice -- prizes awarded 1st 2nd 3rd Advanced -- prizes awarded 1st 2nd 3rd Lunch @ 11am Woods Park Pavilion Provided by Black Dog Provisions Grilled burgers and Potato Salad Black bean burgers available per request Rules: 8 shot max. per
- [Windy Warriors for March Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/03/03/windy-warriors-for-march-phlocking/) - What a great turnout last night! Although the wind howled, our hearty Parrot Heads partied on for a purpose! The 50/50 raffle brought in $254 for the Warrior Surf Foundation Emerald Isle chapter. This fantastic organization provides free surf lessons through clinics, for veterans and their families. Healing through waves versus medications. For more information
- [PHiP Scholarship Notice](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/02/26/phip-scholarship-notice/) - Hello Club Leaders: It's that time of year again for the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest. Please pass this information along to your club members. You can cut and paste this email and include it in your email you send out to your members. This is the only way that your members will know of this great opportunity and
- [President's Notes, February 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/02/25/presidents-notes-february-2018/) - Hey ya'll, February is almost gone and hopefully it will continue to take the bad weather with it! However, kudos to those who weathered the storm and attended our chilly February Phlocking...proof that Tuff Birds can have a grand time no matter if it is cold in the South! No worries, Spring is on the
- [Your Meeting of the Minds Update!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/02/24/your-meeting-of-the-minds-update/) - Hello Everyone! It is starting to slowly get warmer and concert season is coming soon! It is time to think about how you want to spend your vacation time! What better way than in Key West at Meeting of the Minds 2018? Here is an update on Meeting of the Minds.
- [Spring has Sprung Phlocking -March 2, 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/02/24/spring-has-sprung-phlocking-march-2-2018/) - The weather on the Island has been fantastic and most of us are hoping that Old Man Winter has packed his bag and moved on for another year. Come out to the Emerald Club on Friday, March 2nd from 7:00-9:00 pm and help us channel SPRING!! Matt will have cold beverages and FREE food. There
- [St. Patrick's Day @Emerald Isle](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/02/11/st-patricks-day-emerald-isle/) - The St. Patrick's Day Festival is one of the best events of the year here in beautiful Emerald Isle. There will be great food, crafts, a beer tent and fantastic entertainment all day long. The Emerald Isle Parrot Heads will be there is force to raise money for yet another good cause. This year the
- [PHantastic February PHlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/02/03/phantastic-february-phlocking/) - What a great night despite the cold weather! Some us showed out hopeful for early Spring... but most of us were bundled up, waiting out winter. Matt at Eclub provided some hearty vittles, while DJ Robbie was blasting some great tunes! Thanks to our hosts, Moh Traini and Rose Gerrell, Parrotheads raised $222 (how appropriate for the
- [PHiP Scholarship Is Open For Application](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/02/02/phip-scholarship-is-open-for-application/) - We are proud to announce that the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest for 2018 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children or wards of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education. This program was established in
- [January/February 2018 Newsletter](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/29/january-february-2018-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Jan-Feb-2018.docx.pdf" title="Jan-Feb 2018.docx"]
- [Welcome the New Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club Board](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/28/welcome-the-new-emerald-isle-parrot-head-club-board/) - We had 30 fun, enthusiastic Parrot Heads show up for this year's PHluff up the PHlock Meeting on January 21st. We discussed the 2018 activity schedule and filled the Board with some new blood and lots of enthusiasm from all. We even got "Big Birds" for each of our activities as well as a
- [January 2018 Edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is available online](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/25/january-2018-edition-of-the-phip-tradewind-times-is-available-online/) - The first Quarter 2018 Tradewind Times edition is now available on line and ready for reading and sharing! In this issue you'll find the wrap up of last year's MOTM and some important information about this year's 27th Meeting of the Minds – "We are the People Our Parents Warned Us About". There is info on
- [Groundhog's Hat Day Phlocking, Feb.2](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/25/groundhogs-hat-day-phlocking-feb-2/) - So basing the next 6 weeks' weather on Punxsutawney Phil's shadow...let's see what our Phlock can predict?!? Show your forecast by wearing a seasonal hat. For example, if you think Spring will be here soon, don your favorite visor. If you think winter prevails, snuggle into your favorite toboggan. Do It For Drew Foundation will be our
- [President's Notes, January 2018](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/23/presidents-notes-january-2018/) - I hope you all had the happiest of holidays! As your new President, I am looking forward to the exciting events planned for 2018. First, I want to thank everyone involved in making last year such a great success with over 1,400 hours volunteered to charities and over $27,000 raised in 2017. Without you, none
- [Be a Phlocking Host](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/23/be-a-phlocking-host/) - After our inspiring "Phluff the Phlock" meeting Sunday, we are looking for Club members to host First Friday phlockings. All phlockings are held at 7 PM at the Emerald Club (EIPHC nest). Matt (owner) provides music and a light fare. This is a GREAT opportunity to mingle with the Phlock, as well as meet new
- [YOUR MOTM 2018 Update! Please READ if you are holding Casa Marina Reservation!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/21/your-motm-2018-update-please-read-if-you-are-holding-casa-marina-reservation/) - Hello Everyone! I hope you are all staying warm during this cold January! I want to see if I can get you thinking about the tropics and some great times complete with music! Here is an update on Meeting of the Minds 2018. From my last update the Casa Marina is about 80%
- [Phluffing up the Phlock](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/21/phluffing-up-the-phlock/) - Working hard!
- [Event info forms for Website/Facebook updates](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/21/event-info-forms-for-website-facebook-updates/) - The EIPHC technology committee has developed some forms to help our event organizers help us get information out to the membership before an event, and to get a summary of events posted after it's over. We have two versions of each form, one that you can type in with a PDF viewer like Adobe Acrobat
- [PHiP Scholarship Announcement](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2018/01/14/phip-scholarship-announcement/) - Hello Club Leaders: It's that time of year again for the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest. Please pass this information along to your club members. You can cut and paste this email and include it in your email you send out to your members. This is the only way that your members will know of this great opportunity and we
- [Meeting of the Minds 2018 Casa Marina and Event Registration Update!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/12/13/meeting-of-the-minds-2018-casa-marina-and-event-registration-update/) - Registration for Meeting of the Minds 2018! Casa Marina Reservations News! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays Parrot Heads!! I have a few announcements to start the ball rolling on the 27th ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MINDS in KEY WEST, FLORIDA in 2018!! Wow!! 27 YEARS!! Congratulations to all who have volunteered and sustained this
- [Phlash Phlocking - SUNDAY (12/10)!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/12/05/phlash-phlocking-sunday-12-10/) - The EIPHC will be calling a Phlash Phlocking for Sunday, December 10th at SALT. The SALT crew will be providing FREE steamed OYSTERS and FOOTBALL. Oh, and by the way....did I mention GREAT drink specials? All beers $2!! This has been the best kept Sunday secret on the island, but now it is time to
- [Meeting of the Minds Wrap Note for 2017 and more](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/11/30/meeting-of-the-minds-wrap-note-for-2017-and-more/) - Hello Parrot Heads! Meeting of the Minds 2017 has come and gone with some wonderful memories remaining of all the great times we had down in Key West. I wanted to take a few moments during the holidays to recap the event and talk about what is ahead for 2018. Sorry if this is a
- [December Newsletter](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/11/29/december-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/December-2017-1.pdf" title="December 2017"]
- [December Phlocking - December 1, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/11/28/december-phlocking-december-1-2017/) - It's hard to believe that December is upon us and it's time to unpack those fun Christmas sweaters and head out for holiday parties. We hope that you will start your December fun with us on Friday, December 1st from 7:00-9:00 pm at the E-Club. This party will be special since Barefoot Wade will be
- [Highway Pick up Saturday November 11th Help Needed](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/11/08/highway-pick-up-saturday-november-11th-help-needed/) - Jean Jensen can use a few more people for this weekend's highway pick up. Meet at the Emerald Club at 11 this Saturday, only an hour. Know there are lots of things happening this Saturday but if you can spare an hour, it makes a difference. Contact Jean at 607-759-7159 or email him at belguimboy@aol.com.
- [November Newsletter](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/11/02/november-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/November-2017.pdf" title="November 2017"]
- [PHamily, PHriends and FOOTBALL November 3, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/10/29/phamily-phriends-and-football-november-3-2017/) - The November EIPHC Phlocking will be held on Friday, November 3, 2017 at the E-Club. The fun will begin at 7:00pm. November means cooler temperatures and lots of Saturday and Sunday FOOTBALL. Come out and represent your favorite college or NFL team. There will be football related games and plenty of smack talk!! The E-Club
- [October 2017 Edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times is available online](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/10/20/october-2017-edition-of-the-phip-tradewind-times-is-available-online/) - The fourth Quarter 2017 Tradewind Times edition is now available on line and ready for reading and sharing! In this issue you'll find some important information about 26th Meeting of the Minds – "We're Still Here". There's information for the on-site registration this year, the entertainment schedule, service projects - raffles, donations, the blood drive, and Zonta
- [It's Hot, Hot, Hot.....Chili Cookoff! October 15, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/10/03/its-hot-hot-hot-chili-cookoff-october-15-2017/) - The Island Time Tavern and The Emerald Isle Parrot Heads are teaming up for a Charity Chili Cook-off on Sunday, October 15, 2017. We are in search of the best "Chili Cookers" that Emerald Isle has to offer and of course some lucky "tasters" to choose the "Chili King or Queen". Bring your best pot
- [Fishin' For A Cure.....PINK Week October 6-15, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/10/01/fishin-for-a-cure-pink-week-october-6-15-2017/) - It's time to get "Pretty in PINK" and raise money for a great cause! The week of October 6-15, 2017 will be packed full of fun and fundraising with the Emerald Isle Parrot Heads sponsoring events during the week in support of the great cause. Check out the weeks events at www.fishinforacure.com or on Facebook-Fishin'
- [Phlock, Rock and Roll...October 6, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/09/29/phlock-rock-and-roll-october-6-2017/) - Hello Emerald Isle Parrot Heads!! Our monthly Phlocking will be held on Friday, October 6, 2017 at the E-Club. The fun begins at 7:00pm. Our theme for this month Phlock, Rock and Roll and we will be helping our Parrot Head community participate in the "Hidden Rock" trend that has "rolled out" all over NC.
- [Win a Winjammer Cruise while Supporting the PHiP Scholarship](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/09/21/win-a-winjammer-cruise-while-supporting-the-phip-scholarship/) - We are giving away a windjammer cruise. The value of this prize is quite high and your chances are still real good to win this awesome prize. Please help to pass the word to your clubs and help out the PHiP Scholarship Fund at the same time. The winner just may be you. Only you as
- [26th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2017 "We're Still Here"  November 1 - November 5, 2017 in Key West, Florida](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/09/20/26th-annual-meeting-of-the-minds-2017-were-still-here-november-1-november-5-2017-in-key-west-florida/) - Hello Parrot Heads! I am sending you an update to let you know that REGISTRATION FOR MEETING OF THE MINDS 2017 CLOSES IN FOUR SHORT DAYS!! FRIDAY NIGHT SEPTEMBER 15th at midnight the registration web page will turn off for MOTM 2017! There will be no extension as we have deadlines to print and order items
- [Coast is Clear Party is at 12:30!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/09/17/coast-is-clear-party-is-at-1230/) - Not sure if everyone knows the time, it is at 12:30!
- [The Coast is Clear is on!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/09/17/the-coast-is-clear-is-on/) - The time to celebrate the slowing down of the season with our annual Coast is Clear Under the Pier Party is here. It is still on so come join us. Details on the website and in the last newsletter. Come help us celebrate, bring some money for raffle tickets and hotdogs. The Carteret Humane
- [Coast is Clear Under the Pier - September 17, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/09/10/coast-is-clear-under-the-pier-september-17-2017/) - It's time for another EIPHC annual tradition. On September 17th (Sunday),we will celebrate the end of another fantastic summer season in Emerald Isle and enjoy our beautiful beach with a few less people on it. Mendy Barrows and Michael Moyer will once again act as the official hosts and "weenie rollers" (hotdogs are cooked ahead
- [September Newsletter](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/08/27/september-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/september-2017.pdf" title="september 2017"]
- [Hello Parrot Heads! Fair warning! Meeting of the Minds 2017 registration closes in 29 days or when we sell out! Don’t get left out!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/08/17/hello-parrot-heads-fair-warning-meeting-of-the-minds-2017-registration-closes-in-29-days-or-when-we-sell-out-dont-get-left-out/) - Hello Parrot Heads! Fair warning! Meeting of the Minds 2017 registration closes in 29 days or when we sell out! Don’t get left out! Register NOW! http://www.phip.com/motmregistration Volunteer status and Meeting of the Minds I was sitting on the beach in Key West last night on vacation thinking about all the volunteers that work at Meeting
- [Anniversary Party at Pelican Island](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/08/05/anniversary-party-at-pelican-island/) - Just a quick clarification about the EIPHC anniversary party at Pelican Island tomorrow; Dogs are not permitted (due to food stealing, spilled drinks and general mayhem) but children are more than welcome
- [Island Party Transportation Update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/08/04/island-party-transportation-update/) - The EIPHC Anniversary Weekend Island Party will be held Sunday, August 6, 2017 on Pelican Island in Swansboro, NC. Parrot Head members arriving by land can catch a ride to the island by coming to the docks between Bake, Bottle and Brew and Saltwater Grill. A special thanks to Parrot Head Captains Jason Holland and
- [Happy Anniversary to Us!! August 4-6, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/07/21/happy-anniversary-to-us-august-4-6-2017/) - It's time to come out and celebrate another Anniversary Weekend with the Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club. Plans for our Parrot Head Club Anniversary Weekend have been in the works for a while and we are all looking forward to a weekend full of PHUN and PHRIENDS. The celebration begins as always with our First
- [MEETING OF THE MINDS 2017 "WE ARE STILL HERE"](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/07/07/meeting-of-the-minds-2017-we-are-still-here/) - Hello Everyone! Here is the latest update for the 26th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2017 “We’re Still Here!” REGISTRATION CLOSES ON SEPTEMBER 15th FOR MEETING OF THE MINDS 2017 OR WHEN WE SELL OUT!! ARE YOU REGISTERED? HAVE YOU MADE YOUR TRAVEL PLANS? DON’T GET LEFT OUT! Concert season is in full swing and the HEAT
- [BREAKING NEWS!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/07/06/breaking-news/) - This just in....It looks like the new EIPHC T-Shirts will be available for purchase at tomorrow's Phlocking. This will be the "official unveiling" of the new logo design. T-Shirts will be $15.00 and you will not be disappointed. The new design is AWESOME!! Be sure to stop by the membership table tomorrow night to purchase
- [He was wearing WHAT?? July 7, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/06/22/he-was-wearing-what-july-7-2017/) - Tourist Season is in full swing on the island and you know what that means... Pier People and Tacky Tourist everywhere you look. Now it's our time to turn the tables and poke a little fun at the ones who keep our little island going by bringing in the big bucks and entertaining the locals!
- [Music treats for Parrot Heads](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/06/15/music-treats-for-parrot-heads/) - EmeraldFest Concert Series Kicks Off June 15 The 2017 EmeraldFest Concert Series kicks off on Thursday, June 15 at 6:30 pm at the Western Ocean Regional Access! Free outdoor concerts will be held each Thursday evening throughout the summer! Bring your blanket or chair, and come on out and enjoy some great music with us! Free concerts are also
- [Calling all Parrot Heads!! Phlash Phlocking!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/06/06/calling-all-parrot-heads-phlash-phlocking/) - The EIPHC will be Phlash Phlocking at Salt Bar on Thursday, June 8, 2017. Let's all come out and welcome new owner, Sean to the island family officially!! Sean was a great supporter of the Beach Bike Poker Run and this will be a fantastic way to show our gratitude. Thursday night is shaping up
- [Almost here! The 14th annual Beach Bike Poker Run, May 20th!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/05/01/almost-here-the-14th-annual-beach-bike-poker-run-may-20th/) - It's almost time for the 14th Annual Emerald Isle Parrot Head Beach Bike Poker Run! Save the date, May 20th, 2017. Registration begins at 11:30 am at the Emerald Club, and registration cost is only $20. All proceeds benefit the Semper Fi Fund and its children's summer camp. The E-Club will provide music before and
- [June Phlocking - June 2, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/05/26/june-phlocking-june-2-2017/) - WOW! What a month the EIPHC had in May. The Beach Bike Poker Run was a huge success with our biggest crowd and the most money raised in the history of the event. The month has flown by, and I'll use that as my excuse for this Phlocking information being so late. You know the
- [YOUR Meeting of the Minds 2017 Update!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/05/23/your-meeting-of-the-minds-2017-update-2/) - The 2017 Meeting of the Minds Schedule The MOTM schedule is out and up on the web. There is a ton of awesome entertainment waiting for you at the end of the road in November. https://www.phip.com/meeting-schedule 2017 MEETING OF THE MINDS REGISTRATION REGISTRATION FOR THE 26th ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MINDS 2017 is
- [Beach Bike Poker Run - May 20, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/04/13/beach-bike-poker-run-may-20-2017/) - The final details are coming together for the EIPHC's biggest fundraiser of the year. The Beach Bike Poker Run will be held on Saturday, May 2oth. We are sending out a HUGE THANK YOU to our Presenting Sponsor, Transportation Impact and to all of our GREAT local businesses who are providing stop locations and raffle
- [Cinco de Mayo Phlocking - May 5, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/04/25/cinco-de-mayo-phlocking-may-5-2017/) - It's a Parrot Head Fiesta on Friday, May 5th. Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at the Emerald Club. We will be raising money for The Alzheimer Association with a special auction and our 50/50 raffle. We are excited to offer 2 bicycles and a very special
- [Earth Day cleanup 2017: 1 if by land, 2 if by sea...](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/04/23/earth-day-cleanup-2017-1-if-by-land-2-if-by-sea/) - Well, not exactly the midnight ride of Paul Revere, but the EI Parrotheads cleaned up by land and by sea on Earth Day 2017. Over 3 dozen EI Parrotheads cleaned up NC 58 and the Intracoastal Waterway. The "land" contingent was lead by Jean Jensen, and they picked up 15 bags of trash and several
- [Highway Clean Up and Sound Sweep](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/04/13/highway-clean-up-and-sound-sweep/) - The EIPHC will be working hard on EARTH DAY to clean up our roads and waterways on Saturday, April 22nd. You can join us by land or by sea for a morning of litter pickup and an afternoon of play. By land, we will be picking up litter from Highway 24 and 58 intersection to
- [Longest Day Alzheimer Walk - June 17, 2017](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/04/13/longest-day-alzheimer-walk-june-17-2017/) - June 17th (sunrise to sunset) – The Longest Day Fundraiser for Alzheimers The 4th Annual Emerald Isle Sea Turtle Crawl (EISTC) on the beach in EI! We are excited the Emerald Isle Parrot Heads are teaming up with us again this year. The Alzheimer's Association Longest Day event is a sunrise to sunset event to
- [Phlash Phlocking April 19th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/04/13/phlash-phlocking-april-19th/) - It's going the be a beautiful night for a rooftop party....or at least that's the plan! The Parrot Heads are calling a Phlash Plocking for Wednesday, April 19th at the Torpedo Lounge. Join us for live music and some of the best views on the island. We will be sending out a HUGE THANK YOU
- [HEAR YE, HEAR YE, MEMBERS CAN NOW MAINTAIN THEIR OWN PROFILES](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/04/04/hear-ye-hear-ye-members-can-now-maintain-their-own-profiles/) - Each Emerald Isle Parrothead club member has a profile on our web site, which previously has been maintained by the club's secretaries.Now we have added a feature that permits members to maintain their own personal profiles. All a member needs to do is go to the EIPHC web site ( emeraldisleparrotheads.com); then on the top menu bar, mouse over onto the "Membership" option; then in the
- [Meeting of the Minds 2017 Drawing Winners!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/04/03/meeting-of-the-minds-2017-drawing-winners/) - Hello Parrot Heads!! April 1 has come and gone! The year is flying by! It is time to announce the winners of our two Meeting of the Minds 2017 drawings! Thanks to everyone for your participation in the drawings! The Casa Marina Four Night Two Bedroom Suite Drawing First the WINNERS of the two
- [COMING SOON - Beach Bike Poker Run](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/03/31/coming-soon-beach-bike-poker-run/) - The EIPHC Beach Bike Poker Run "Big Birds" have been hard at work planning this years FANTASTIC EVENT. The Poker Run is the Parrot Heads' biggest fundraiser of the year and a great opportunity to experience how we "Party with a Purpose" here on Emerald Isle. This year's Poker Run will be held on Saturday,
- [Join Us For A New Member Social](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/03/30/join-us-for-a-new-member-social/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club will be sponsoring a new member social on April 26th at the Island Time Tavern (across from Rucker Johns in Emerald Plantations.) It will be held from 6 to 9 PM. We are inviting all new members who have joined since October, 2016, but all members are invited. You
- [Bonnets and Bowties](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/03/26/bonnets-and-bowties/) - Our April Phlocking will be held Friday, April 7th at the Emerald Club. Spring is upon us and it's time to put on your best Bonnet or Bowtie and join us for some Springtime Shenanigans. There will be some fun seasonal games and our 50/50 drawing will provide a donation to the Crystal Coast Autism
- [Saint Patty's day festival round up](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/03/21/saint-pattys-day-festival-round-up/) - Hello fellow parrot heads. Just a short update on our booth for the festival...just in case you didnt all ready know we raised $1600 for the beach wheel chair!!! Event was a huge success. Just want to say THANK YOU!! to everyone who donated items (awesome stuff)and those who volunteered time to help us achieve
- [YOUR Meeting of the Minds 2017 Update!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/03/19/your-meeting-of-the-minds-2017-update/) - The 26th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2017 Update! Hello Everyone! Here is the latest update for the 26th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2017 “We’re Still Here!” The 2017 Meeting of the Minds Schedule! The Meeting of the Minds entertainment schedule will be published in April. There are a few contracts and details
- [Parrot Heads in Paradise Scholarship Essay Contest](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/03/04/parrot-heads-in-paradise-scholarship-essay-contest/) - It's that time of year again for the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest, and we want to let members know of this great opportunity. We are proud to announce that the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest for 2017 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members
- [PHLASH PHLOCKING FEBRUARY 22](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/02/21/phlash-phlocking-february-22/) - Wednesday, February 22nd is National Margarita Day so let's CELEBRATE! Join us at Plaza Mexico at 6:00pm for some yummy food and of course the special drink of the day! Hope to see you there....let's show some love for the MARGARITA!!
- [March Mustache Madness](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/02/18/march-mustache-madness/) - The EIPHC will hold their March Phlocking on Friday, March 3rd at the Emerald Club. March is a HUGE month of the island with the St. Patty's festivities (and of course some March Madness too!), so come on out and start the party early. Be sure to sport your best MUSTACHE!! An award will be
- [Saint Patty's day festival](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/02/13/saint-pattys-day-festival/) - Hello fellow parrot heads. Great turn out last first Friday and was excited about all the great folks who signed up to help out with our booth. However we do need some more help with the following times. 1-3,3-5 and 5-30 shifts. so please check your schedule and see if you can PRETTY PLEASE help
- [Parrot Heads LOVE 2 Phlock](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/26/parrot-heads-love-2-phlock/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club will hold their monthly Phlocking on Friday, February 3rd at the Emerald Club. The fun begins at 7:00 pm. It's that AMOROUS time of the year, so put on some RED or slap on a few HEARTS and come "Party with a Purpose"!! Our 50-50 drawing will raise funds
- [Time to Pay Your 2017 Annual Dues](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/23/time-to-pay-your-2017-annual-dues/) - If you have not already paid your dues, please do so by February 15th. Members, whose dues are not paid will be placed on an inactive list and will not be receiving current emails and newsletters. The cost is only $10.00 per person. Three easy ways to pay: 1. Attend the February “Phlocking” 2. Mail
- [BE ADVISED!! The CASA MARINA AT 2017 MOTM  IS SOLD OUT!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/18/be-advised-the-casa-marina-at-2017-motm-is-sold-out/) - Hello Everyone! I wanted to give you an update as Meeting of the Minds 2017 registration and the Casa Marina MOTM reservations block opened back on December 27 just over two weeks ago! BE ADVISED!! The CASA MARINA IS SOLD OUT!!! As I told you when the Casa reservations opened on December 27th…the hotel will
- [The January 2017 Tradewind Times is now on-line](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/18/the-january-2017-tradewind-times-is-now-on-line/) - Hello Parrot Heads! Hope all are surviving the weather this winter.... Can't wait for Spring! The latest edition of the PHIP Tradewind Times quarterly newsletter is now on line for you to share with your clubs and club members! Thanks to all that provided inputs and thanks to the clubs that posted or sent
- [Low Country Parrot Head Event and EI Parrot Heads are invited](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/18/low-country-parrot-head-event-and-ei-parrot-heads-are-invited/) - We got a personal invitation from the Low Country Parrot Heads to join them in their 13th Annual Mardi Crawl on Shem Creek, February 25th, 2017. It's the weekend prior to Fat Tuesday! Funds raised benefit the Alzheimer's Association and Pet Helpers. Note from them is below. The Club is in the Charleston area. The date is
- [Looking For Some Help because The Tax Man Cometh](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/16/looking-for-some-help-because-the-tax-man-cometh/) - The local AARP Tax Aide program is in need of a person or two who is willing to volunteer one morning a week (either monday or wednesday) to assist elderly folks file their 2016 income tax returns from the end of January to April 17th. No experience is necessary, all training will be provided. All
- [PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/15/phip-scholarship-essay-contest-2/) - Hello Club Leaders: It's that time of year again for the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest. Please pass this information along to your club members. You can cut and paste this email and include it in your email you send out to your members. This is the only way that your members will know of this great opportunity and
- [Hoop Pole Creek cleanup](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/14/hooppole-creek-cleanup/) - The Parrotheads had a large contingent at the annual Hoop Pole Creek Preserve nature trail cleanup on January 14th. This event is organized by the Coastal Federation, and helps to keep this 31-acre urban park clean and inviting. Approximately 20 Parrotheads met the Coastal Federation organizers at 10AM and fanned out along the trail and
- [Urban Meyer on the Coconut Podcast](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/12/19/urban-meyer-on-the-coconut-podcast/) - December 19, 2016 Author: Heikki Larsen The Real Football Network is escaping to the Margaritaville state of mind for the Coconut Podcast called Margaritaville Football. As Jimmy Buffett’s tour traveled across the country this year, production coordinator Heikki Larsen sat down with football personalities to talk sports, music, living the Margaritaville lifestyle and more. Heikki’s
- [Jimmy Buffett’s very first SiriusXM Artist Confidential](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/12/20/jimmy-buffetts-very-first-siriusxm-artist-confidential/) - Music December 19, 2016 Author: Kirsten Winquist Hello! Kirsten Winquist here from Radio Margaritaville. I am so excited to share Jimmy Buffett’s very first SiriusXM Artist Confidential on Radio Margaritaville TODAY at 5pm Eastern and Pacific! (you can see the full re-play schedule below) A little behind the scenes on this session…our SiriusXM performance theater
- [Margaritaville Resort in Gatlinburg, Tennessee Announced](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2017/01/02/margaritaville-resort-in-gatlinburg-tennessee-announced/) - The laidback, welcoming atmosphere of Margaritaville is coming to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Margaritaburg, LLC, a consortium of local investors, will build Margaritaville Resort in the Smokies at 539 Parkway in Gatlinburg. Developer and restaurateur Bob McManus serves as president of Margaritaburg LLC, affiliates of which own and operate The Island in Pigeon Forge, including the Margaritaville
- [2017 MOTM REGISTRATION](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/12/27/2017-motm-registration/) - HAPPY NEW YEAR PARROT HEADS!! Hello Everyone! Happy Holidays! It is time to let you know that Meeting of the Minds 2017 registration is open! The Casa Marina is also now ready to take your reservation for Meeting of the Minds 2017!! But hurry on the reservations as the hotel sold out in three weeks
- [December Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/11/27/december-phlocking/) - The EIPHC monthly Phlocking will be held Friday, December 2nd at the Emerald Club. It's time to pull out those crazy Christmas sweaters and gather for some holiday cheer. There will be some fun games and of course prizes for the best "Ugly Christmas Sweater". The membership table will be open and Parrot Head T-shirts
- [Parrothead Club takes First Place in EI Christmas Parade!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/11/27/parrothead-club-takes-first-place-in-ei-christmas-parade/) - Back to our winning ways again this year, the EI Parrotheads take first place with our Recycling Float. Winnings will go to Family Promise Program, serving homeless families of Carteret County. Our float was made of recycled materials (cardboard, carpet rolls, umbrellas, cans and bottles, plastic bags etc. Costumes were also recycled materials with everything
- [Parrothead Captains do well in Swansboro Flotilla!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/11/27/parrothead-captains-do-well-in-swansboro-flotilla/) - Emerald Isle Parrotheads Captain Jason Holland and Captain Joel Dunn each took home a prize this year in the annual Swansboro Christmas Flotilla. This event is held each year on the Friday after Thanksgiving. This year the weather was warm and pleasant, so thousands of people flocked to Swansboro for the event, lining the waterfront
- [Plash Phlocking! Saturday, November 19](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/11/17/plash-phlocking-saturday-november-19/) - We all need a night out before the holidays get underway right? The "Prez" has called a Plash Phlocking to be held at the Trading Post in Emerald Isle. Big Drink is playing! Join us 6:30-9:30PM at the Trading Post on Saturday, November 19.
- [Parrothead Christmas Parade Float](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/10/22/parrothead-christmas-parade-float/) - It's hard to believe that it is time to talk about Christmas, but time flies when you're having fun and the EI Parrotheads are always having fun!! It's time to plan and construct this year's TOP SECRET Parrothead float for entry in the EI Christmas Parade. The parade will by held on Saturday, November 26th
- [November Phlocking News](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/10/28/november-phlocking-news/) - The November EIPHC Phlocking will be held on Friday, November 4th at the Emerald Club. The fun will begin at 7:00pm. Come out and "Party with a Purpose". November means Thanksgiving, and Thanksgiving means "Family, Food and Football". Show your team spirit by wearing your best team attire or the colors of your favorite football
- [PH Sound and Sandbar Cleanup](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/10/22/ph-sound-and-sandbar-cleanup/) - On Saturday, November 5th the Emerald Isle Parrotheads will participate in an island cleanup effort that is part of The Ocean Conservancy and Carteret Big Sweep programs. This will be the third year that the EI Parrotheads have participated. We will have volunteer opportunities on both land and sea. Currently, we have 6 boat captains
- [Coast Is Clear Under the Pier, Sept 25](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/09/21/coast-is-clear-under-the-pier-sept-25/) - Coast Is Clear Under the Pier is scheduled for September 25 at 12:30PM. Celebrate the slowing down of the season! The club is providing hotdogs, fixings and chips. If you would like, please bring a little something to share. Games , raffles and wonderful Parrot Head Fun!. Open to Parrot Heads and guests. Bring a
- [Mini Golf Reminder September 18th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/09/13/mini-golf-reminder-september-18th/) - Family Promise is in need of blankets and towels in addition to financial help. If you are willing donate one of these, bring on Sunday and Sue will get them to Family Promise of Carteret County.
- [E-Club Trivia Night](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/09/13/e-club-trivia-night/) - Every Tuesday night at E-Club is trivia night!
- [The 25th Annual Meeting of the Minds September Update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/09/08/the-25th-annual-meeting-of-the-minds-september-update/) - Hello Parrot Heads! Happy Labor Day! Can you believe registration closes in 10 days for Meeting of the Minds 2016? The excitement is building as soon we will be in Key West! The event will be here in no time! Don’t get left out! Register NOW! http://www.phip.com/motmregistration The 25th Annual Meeting of the Minds Registration!!
- [2nd Annual Mini Golf Tournament](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/08/31/2nd-annual-mini-golf-tournament/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/putt-putt-2016.pdf" title="putt putt 2016"]
- [Get your Tutu Ready](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/08/31/get-your-tutu-ready/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/2016-DIVA-RUN.pdf" title="2016 DIVA RUN"]
- [The 25th Annual Meeting of the Minds August Update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/08/14/the-25th-annual-meeting-of-the-minds-august-update/) - The 25th Annual Meeting of the Minds 2016 August Update! Hello Parrot Heads! The registrations are flying in, the volunteer positions are mostly sold out, and MOTM registration closes in 35 days! Don’t get left out! Register NOW! http://www.phip.com/motmregistration Volunteer status and Meeting of the Minds I was sitting on the beach in Key West last
- [EIPHC Anniversary Weekend Island/Sandbar Party](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/08/02/eiphc-anniversary-weekend-islandsandbar-party/) - August is anniversary month for the Emerald Isle Parrothead Club (14th this year!), and that means it's time for the annual Island/Sandbar Party to thank all of our members and volunteers for their participation and good works during the last year. The party will be held on Sunday, August 7th from 1PM to 5PM. The location
- [Get Your Own Piece of Margaritaville Memorabilia and Support Lone Palm Foundation at the Same Time!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/07/20/get-your-own-piece-of-margaritaville-memorabilia-and-support-lone-palm-foundation-at-the-same-time/) - Submitted for Sara Kessler, Director of Finance for Lone Palm Foundation: Most Parrot Heads were saddened last year when it was announced the iconic Margaritaville New Orleans Restaurant was closing its doors. Although it was a bittersweet goodbye, there’s a silver lining within this story. The nice folks at Margaritaville contacted us and offered to donate
- [Upcoming Parrot Head fun!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/06/21/upcoming-parrot-head-fun/) - June 22nd, Wednesday at the Emerald Club 5-8 PM there will be a promotional with Sam Adams. They will be there handing out all kinds of freebies and will have 4 different Sam Adams beers and free food, and a cornhole tournament starting at 6. Cool prizes!. June 25th Saturday - Salty Air Market Fundraiser
- [LONGEST DAY WALK FOR ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/06/16/longest-day-walk-for-alzheimers-association/) - Gentle Reminder to those who plan on walking for this event next weekend. If you can't walk, please consider donating by going to the link below. Most of us know someone affected by Alzheimer's. Parrot Head Clubs around the world do fundraisers for Alzheimer's, lets do the same! If you are a Parrot Head and
- [Hats off to Hospice - volunteers needed](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/06/15/hats-off-to-hospice-volunteers-needed/) - Our own Jack Synan, proprietor of Black Dog Provisions is catering Hats off to Hospice, an event being hosted by Salty Air Market on Saturday, June 25th. This will be a day of music and entertainment in Cedar Point to benefit the Crystal Coast Hospice House. There will be live music, a beer and wine
- [First Friday PHlocking - June 3rd 7 PM at the Emerald Club](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/31/first-friday-phlocking-june-3rd-7-pm-at-the-emerald-club/) - Now that all y'all have recovered from the Beach Bicycle Poker Run, it is time to get the creative juices flowing again! This Friday's PHlocking will be getting us ready for summer at the Fair. Yep, we will be having a Parrot Head PHair, just like the county or state fairs! There will be booths
- [Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club Beach Bike Poker Run Results](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/31/emerald-isle-parrothead-club-beach-bike-poker-run-results/) - 2016 Beach Bike Poker Run The weather leading up to the 2016 Beach Bike Poker Run was looking really ominous, but in true Parrot Head style we squashed the rain and kicked out a sunny fun filled day for all. Incredible bike decorations this year; PHolks went all out in creativity and craziness and were
- [Emerald Isle Hands Across the Sand](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/20/emerald-isle-hands-across-the-sand/) - Please join the community as we stand for clean oceans and renewable energy. (see attached flyer) We will gather at the ocean by the Emerald Isle Pier at 11:50. We encourage you to ride your bike or walk but if you drive, the parking fee is $15 and refundable if you are there less than
- [The Beach Bicycle Poker Run is on!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/20/the-beach-bicycle-poker-run-is-on/) - The Parrot Head Beach Bike Poker Run is on, dress for the weather, and you will have fun. You can go by car, bike or foot. Over 50 raffle prizes and gift certificates. Registration starts at 11:30 the ride starts at 2. Come on out and make the best of the situation cause that is
- [An special message from our President....President Holland that is](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/19/an-special-message-from-our-president-president-holland-that-is/) - Hello all!!! It's that time again! Our annual beach bike poker run is Saturday May 21st. I can't tell you how excited I am to see everybody and put on the biggest Poker Run ever to benefit the Semper Fi Odyssey Kids Camp! I'd like to invite everyone out to the Emerald club Friday, May
- [Cultural Event Comes to Crystal Coast Tuesday, May 24th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/15/cultural-event-comes-to-crystal-coast-tuesday-may-24th/) - Yes, we do have culture around the area and now is your chance to enjoy some musical entertainment. This event will benefit the Friends of the Library for the building fund. Parrot Heads can listen and enjoy all types of music!
- [EIPHC MONTHLY PHLOCKING FOR MAY POSTPONED](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/05/eiphc-monthly-phlocking-for-may-postponed/) - FIRST FRIDAY PHLOCKING HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO THE SECOND FRIDAY FOR THE MONTH OF MAY - Matt, who is the new owner of the Emerald Club, is busy getting all the insurance and permits in place for full operations. So we will not be able to hold our regular PHlocking on the First Friday
- [May 2016 Phlocking - Surf's Up Dude!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/03/may-2016-phlocking-surfs-up-dude/) - Marcia McMahan , Lisa Miller, and Rita Babich are hosting this month's Phirst Phriday Phlocking with a surf theme. The festivities will start around 7:00 on May 6th at the Emerald Club. This month the charity for the 50:50 Raffle will be the Bogue Banks Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation. Come and hang ten with us anticipating fun games including limbo
- [Beach Bike Poker Run](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/05/03/beach-bike-poker-run-2/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2016PokerRun16x20.pdf"] The Parrot Heads’ biggest fund (and fun) raiser of the year is coming up on Saturday May 21: THE BEACH BICYCLE POKER RUN! This is an adult only event. All proceeds go to Semper Fi Odyssey Children’s Adventure Camp sending children of wounded/injured Marines and Sailors to camp for a week and
- [Parrotheads try Knockerball!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/04/24/parrotheads-try-knockerball/) - Last Sunday, a few Parrot Heads decided to check out the Knockerball fundraiser over at the Cape Carteret Aquatic and Wellness Center. After actively watching a full game, we were advised that we could try it out for $5 for 5 minutes. What a Hoot. Photographer Jeanne LaVana captured the final elimination round (object to push
- [From the Margaritaville Blog regarding North Carolina](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/04/16/from-the-margaritaville-blog-regarding-north-carolina/) - April 9, 2016 As a traveling musician for 40 years, I played many shows years ago, in many states where you could go to prison for 20 years for smoking a joint. It was a stupid law based on stupid assumptions. Time has fortunately reversed a lot of that way of thinking. But now another stupid law,
- [Adopt a Highway Clean up Cancelled](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/04/10/adopt-a-highway-clean-up-cancelled/) - We had planned a Highway pick up along with the SoundSide litter pick up by boat but DOT and prisoners picked up the trash along the highway a week or so ago. We will do one later in the spring or early summer instead. The Soundside pick up is still on and Val Johnson has
- [Bike The Banks Event - May 7th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/04/08/bike-the-banks-event-may-7th/) - We have a busy Spring here on Emerald Isle with lots of events looking for volunteers so I apologize for all the separate posts advance. (Sue Stone) We are looking for both participants in this event as well has volunteers to help with registration and manning the water/snack stations along the way. If you are
- [BEACH BIKE POKER RUN](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/04/03/beach-bike-poker-run/) - Beach Bicycle Poker Run The Parrot Heads’ biggest fund (and fun) raiser of the year is coming up on Saturday May 21! THE BEACH BICYCLE POKER RUN! This is an adult’s only event. All proceeds go to Semper Fi Odyssey Children’s Adventure Camp sending children of wounded/injured Marines and Sailors to camp for a week
- ["Coffee" Phlash Phlocking this Saturday!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/30/coffee-phlash-phlocking-this-saturday/) - Join us for a morning get together at Stir It Up, the coffee shop just down the plaza from Food Lion. We will be Phlash Phlocking from 8:30 till 10:30 and enjoying some beverages and snacks with the new owners of this fine establishment. I know last time we had a "coffee" phlocking everyone enjoyed
- [April Phlocking - Fools: Backwards & Upside Down](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/30/april-phlocking-fools-backwards-upside-down/) - The theme for the Phlocking this Friday will be Fools: Backwards & Upside Down!! That's right, wear your best Jester attire, put your clothes on totally wrong, or even surprise us with your take on the theme........... For any questions about this month's get together, contact Carol Lauback or lauren Ginther, as they are organizing
- [St. Pat’s Festival Booth report](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/28/st-pats-festival-booth-report/) - With a beautiful day on tap, our Parrot Head booth at the Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Day Festival was a huge success. Parrot Head volunteers were decked out in St. Pat’s garb as they handed out info, hawked Riff Raff Raffle tickets, took in new members, and generally had a rowdy time. Jimi Crampton and
- [March Phlocking Report](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/28/march-phlocking-report/) - Turning green! Suzanne Reiber and Moh Traini hosted. We did the belly bust with balloons and congrats to our Winners! Raised $192 in the 50/50 raffle going to Alzheimer's association. Thanks to Wade Viverette for donating his winnings!
- [Hoop Pole Creek Cleanup Report](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/28/hoop-pole-creek-cleanup-report/) - We had 19 Parrot Heads and 2 Parakeets for the morning of March 5th to assist the Coastal Federation with their annual cleanup. In fact we outnumbered the Federation's turnout; but no worries, that's exactly why we were there! The area was made beautiful again with lots of trash and litter collected. Afterwards, a bunch from
- [EIPHC NEW MEMBER  SOCIAL](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/22/eiphc-new-member-social/) - The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club is sponsoring a new member social on April 13th at The Irish Pirate in Emerald Plantation from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM or so. We have extended an invitation to members who have joined since last September, but all members are welcome. The club is providing pizza and there will be
- [25th ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MINDS! The Clock is ticking!!!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/17/25th-annual-meeting-of-the-minds-the-clock-is-ticking/) - Hello Parrot Heads!! The clock is ticking! Daylight Savings Time is here! Spring is almost here! Be sure to book your travel and register for the 25th ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MINDS! I am going to run through the contests you need to enter as we are closing on the April 1st contest deadline! YOU
- [PHIP Scholarship Deadline](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/16/phip-scholarship-deadline/) - DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS is MARCH 31st, 2016, for enrollment for fall term (summer terms not applicable). Students may apply yearly; the awards will be given annually, based on a new application process. Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially
- [New EIPHC Merchandise](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/01/new-eiphc-merchandise/) - New Fun Merchandise will be arriving soon! We have ordered 50 Parrot Head license plates (for the front of the car) They will be $10 apiece. We hope to have them available at the April PHlocking and New Member Social. Limited number will be available.
- [Milo's Meanderings - Parrot Date 2.16](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/03/01/milos-meanderings-parrot-date-2-16/) - A brand new amusement for our Parrot Head Club. Many of you have heard of Flat Stanley or something similar where an object travels to different places and people enjoy following his journey. In January, the Hicks and Stones were in St. Thomas and got to thinking/drinking and decided
- [Phlash Phlocking Monday February 22nd! Plaza Mexico](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/02/21/phlash-phlocking-monday-february-22nd-plaza-mexico/) - We will be declaring a Phlash Phlocking to celebrate National Margarita Day on Monday evening, Feb. 22nd at Plaza Mexico in Emerald Isle. Let's call it 6:30 but you can go earlier or later and enjoy the evening. Wear your best Parrot Head styles so they know it's us!
- [February Phlocking, Friday, Feb. 5th at 7:00](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/01/30/february-phlocking-friday-feb-5th-at-700/) - This month will be a Valentine themed pajama party. Come in your most festive pajamas! Tunes provided by DJ Rob. Bring delicious sweet valentines treats to share with the group and of course Eddie from the Hubert Grill will provide some snacks. There will be games of the usual sort, so expect to be recruited for
- [PARROT HEADS IN PARADISE TRADEWIND TIMES-1ST QUARTER 2016](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/01/26/parrot-heads-in-paradise-tradewind-times-1st-quarter-2016/) - The 1st Quarter 2016 Tradewind Times edition is now available on line and ready for reading and sharing! In this issue you will meet your new PHIP, Inc. President, Kathy Pfister. You can read about the 2015 Golden Coconut winner, the San Deigo PHC. There is a wrap up of Meeting of the Minds
- [2016 January 16th Highway Pickup a success!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/01/23/2016-january-16th-highway-pickup-a-success/) - Co-ordinated by Jean Jenson, he reports that 27 parrot heads participated in our regular clean up of highway 58 between the traffic light at Rt. 24 and the bridge. Despite predictions, the sun was shining on the group the whole time which made our good deeds much more enjoyable. When all was said and done, 27
- [PHiP 2016 Scholarship Announcement](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/01/20/phip-2016-scholarship-announcement/) - It's that time of year again for the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest. We are proud to announce that the PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest for 2016 is NOW OPEN!!!!!! Summary of the PHiP Scholarship: The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children or wards of Parrot
- [MEETING OF THE MINDS FOR 2016](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/01/10/meeting-of-the-minds-for-2016/) - Hello Parrot Heads!! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays Parrot Heads!! I have many things to tell you about THE 25th ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MINDS in KEY WEST, FLORIDA in 2016!! Wow!! Congratulations to all who have volunteered and sustained this event from the very beginning! This should be a great year of celebration and
- [January 2016 Happenings](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2016/01/06/january-2016-happenings/) - January 8th - 7PM - First Friday PHlocking (no wait this time it is the second Friday PHlocking.....) Join us for the new year and a recall of the fun we had in 2015. Not sure exactly what the theme will be but we will make sure you have some fun. Also, a big reminder
- [Mele Kalikimaka](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/12/13/mele-kalikimaka/) - Seemed appropriate with the beautiful weather we are experiencing in Emerald Isle, as many are across the country. Happy holidays!
- [December Phlocking, Friday, December 4 at 7:00](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/12/03/december-phlocking-friday-december-4-at-700/) - Come join us for some holiday fun at the Emerald Club. DJ Robbie Jones will be cranking out the tunes, a few games coming your way to help all your Parrot Head friends kick off the "Season". There will be some free food provided by the Emerald Club but we encourage you to bring a
- [November Phlocking, Friday, November 6 at 7:00 p.m.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/11/04/november-phlocking-friday-november-6-at-700-p-m/) - We will honor our Veterans and the men and women who serve our country. Let's show our support by wearing a yellow ribbon, a patriotic hat, or waving a miniature flag on Friday night! We will celebrate with good music and food and as always at the Emerald Club, there will be games and lots of fun. Also don't forget to bring
- [Christmas Float Plans & Work Schedule](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/10/28/christmas-float-plans-work-schedule/) - So basically we are planning to get together on Wednesdays and Sundays barring rain. Come when you can for as long as you can on any of the following days. In keeping with tradition, you are welcome to bring some food or beverage to share (or consume yourself...whatever works) Jean Jensen (607-759-7159) will be the
- [Parrot Head Float Meeting](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/10/19/parrot-head-float-meeting/) - The Emerald Isle Christmas Parade is coming up soon, and we need to move full steam ahead with our float planning and construction! The group that met last week got the creative juices flowing and the next meeting is on Wed October 21st at 6:30 at Ken and Sue's (Stonesend) 9701 Ashley Place, EI. Plans
- [Phall Phestival with Apple Butter & Divas Run for the Roses](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/10/14/phall-phestival-featuring-divas-run-for-the-roses/) - Here is all your information for the Phall Phestival extravaganza!! October 16th - starting at 5 pm, Apple Peeling Party - we will be peeling apples from 5 till whenever at Flipperz while we enjoy the entertaining sounds of Wild Honey. The more volunteers we have the easier it will be to get all the apples peeled
- [Save bags to help with research!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/10/12/save-bags-to-help-with-research/) - We recently received the following email request; let's see if we can help Caitlin (one of our newer members) out with some supplies. Hi Sue, Can you send out an email asking PH's to save paper grocery bags for me? Any bag will help. We'll be using them to store some vegetation samples from our
- [Christmas Parade Float meeting](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/10/06/christmas-parade-float-meeting/) - Emerald Isle Christmas Parade Float Meeting at Sue and Ken 's house (StonesEnd) on October 14th at 6:30. (9701 Ashley Place in EI)This will be a planning meeting to solidify our ideas for this year's float and take stock of what materials are available. Jeannine Patane will be heading up the project as Big Bird and
- [IMPORTANT INFO - PHALL PHESTIVAL IS RESCHEDULED](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/30/important-info-phall-phestival-is-rescheduled/) - PLEASE NOTE...this weekend's PHall PHestival has been postponed to October 17th due to hurricane Joaquin!!! The DIVAS race and apple butter will take place SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17th. PHlocking will still be held at 7 at Emerald club given there's no significant weather threats. TIE DYE HURRICANE "PARTY WITH A PURPOSE" this Saturday the 3rd at
- [Fashion Show & Luncheon for a great cause](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/10/15/fashion-show-luncheon-for-a-great-cause/) - November 22 - Carteret County Domestic Violence Program Fashion Show and Luncheon 12:30 - 3:30 - Crystal Coast Civic Center - This annual event has some new and exciting things happening. Local businesses will display their wares to allow for lots of fun and a bit of Christmas shopping too! Join us for a great
- [Christmas Parade float committee/planning](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/30/christmas-parade-float-committeeplanning/) - The EI Christmas Parade is right around the corner and we have a lot of planning to do. The parade is always held the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Since Erin and Kelley are busy launching their new art studio and traveling all over to craft fairs, they won’t be able to be our project directors this
- [October 2015 Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/30/october-2015-phlocking/) - October 2nd, 7 PM First Friday PHlocking at the Emerald Club - This will be the start of a great weekend! We will be working on some fun apple peeling activities to get ready for making apple butter the next day. We won’t be peeling all the apples at the PHlocking like last year, but
- [Sauce Boss – Bill Wharton in concert](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/28/sauce-boss-bill-wharton-in-concert/) - The Seaside Arts Council of Swansboro presents: Our indoor season – Performing Arts Series – starts October 15, 2015! We have an exciting season and hope to see you there. Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time. Show is at the Community Room at Swansboro Town Hall, 601 West Corbett Ave., Swansboro NC Tickets
- [Diva run coming this weekend; Check it out!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/27/diva-run-coming-this-weekend-check-it-out/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Diva-run-final-12.pdf"]
- [Coast is Clear Under the Pier Party reminder](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/19/coast-is-clear-under-the-pier-reminder/) - Just a quick reminder so that you don't miss this tomorrow's fun....Sunday September 20th - Noon - The Coast is Clear Under the Pier Beach Party. Coordinators: Michael Moyer, Mendy Barrows. Our annual Beach party to celebrate return of the beaches to the locals held to the left of the Pier near the Cedar St. lot
- [ZING ZUMM FUN!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/19/zing-zumm-fun/) - EIPHC hosted a mini golf tournament this past Sunday at Emerald Forest Putt Putt and an awards ceremony following at Carolina Wine Mixer. With over $600 raised and 44 participants, it was huge success with fun had by all. The fundraiser benefited the campaign for the Zing Zumm children's museum of Jacksonville. A brief article/ photo
- [Just for PHun and the PHlavor of it!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/09/just-for-phun-and-the-phlavor-of-it/) - September 12 (Saturday) Emerald Isle/Swansboro Flavor Fest 2015. Craft Beer and wine and lots of food. Proceeds will benefit Culinary Scholarships for students from Swansboro and Croatan High Schools, Hope Mission and Onslow Community Outreach. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased on line at SwansboroAreaFlavor.com. Lots more information is on line at this site.
- [Volunteering For PHun and PHundraising](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/12/volunteering-for-phun-and-phundraising/) - Volunteers needed for the PHollowing Parrot Pastimes Sept 20 - Coast Is Clear Under the Pier Beach Party - Need help to set up or clean up Oct 2-3 Phall PHestival with Run for the Roses - Sign up at the Oct 2nd PHlocking to help with registration, to walk or prep, make or sell apple
- [Cycle for the Coast Supports NC Coastal Federation Efforts](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/14/cycle-for-the-coast-supports-nc-coastal-federation-efforts/) - Riders Leave in Waves on September 26, 8AM at Fort Macon State Park North Carolina has some spectacular views, especially along our beautiful coastline. Sign up to ride on September 26 for the Cycling For The Coast annual event which takes place on the beautiful Island of Bogue Banks. Ride a 20K, 40K or 80K
- [Mini Golf Tournament Time Change](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/08/mini-golf-tournament-time-change/) - We were just notified that Emerald Forest Mini Golf just found out that they must close early due to the Jewish holiday (non local business owner decision). For that reason, the Putt Putt golf tournament will need to start earlier. Open registration (sign up or if you are already signed up....time to pay up) will
- [September 2015 Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/09/01/september-2015-phlocking/) - Join us for a Tropical Toga Party, Jimmy Buffett style, this Friday September 4th at the Emerald Club starting around 7:00. Bring out your finest taga material and let's get some fun competition going. The creativity of our group is continually amazing and I can't wait to see what styles are presented, so bring it
- [Emerald Isle Rescue Tube program](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/08/19/emerald-isle-rescue-tube-program/) - We recently learned that the trial program of placing rescue tubes at beach access points has been successful. A week or so ago, a 13 year old boy was rescued using one of these rescue tubes that had been donated by a private citizen. The town of Emerald Isle, in an effort to make our beaches
- [Helping the Domestic Violence Program](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/08/19/helping-the-domestic-violence-program/) - A week or so ago, I sent out a note about the Domestic Violence Program and the fact that they were full to capacity and running out of lots of items and I included the list of items PHolks could donate. The PH Board has decided to help them with a bit of cash to
- [Family Pirate Day at the Western Carteret Public Library](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/08/19/family-pirate-day-at-the-western-carteret-public-library/) - The friends of the library sent us this message, and as we have in the past we are hoping to help them out with some "pirate" volunteers this year: Good morning, Sue, The Friends of the Library are, once again, having a Family Pirate Day for the kids in our area. We would love it
- [BE-NUTS PUTTER 2015 (New Event)](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/08/19/be-nuts-putter-2015-new-event/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/putt-putt-20151.pdf"]
- [MOTM REGISTRATION DEADLINE](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/08/07/motm-registration-deadline/) - THERE ARE ONLY 44 DAYS UNTIL MEETING OF THE MINDS 2015 REGISTRATION CLOSES!! Wow…August already!! Where is the summer going? THERE ARE ONLY 44 DAYS UNTIL MEETING OF THE MINDS 2015 REGISTRATION CLOSES!!! Meeting of the Minds 2015 Registration will close this year on September 15th or when we reach 3500 people. Here is
- [Final details for Anniversary Weekend](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/08/06/final-details-for-anniversary-weekend/) - August 7th 7 PM First Friday PHlocking - August 7th Phlocking will be a Margaritaville Luau featuring DJ Rob with his usual selection of entertaining and danceable tunes. Wear your best island Luau attire, or at least something wild and festive! August 9th Sunday - 1PM to 5 PM - Club Anniversary Island/Sandbar Party (13th
- [2015 Anniversary Weekend Update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/07/19/2015-anniversary-weekend-update/) - Got a few news items coming down the pipeline about the Phlocking/Island Party weekend. August 7th Phlocking will be a Margaritaville Luau featuring DJ Rob with his usual selection of entertaining and danceable tunes. Wear your best island Luau attire, or at least something wild and festive! August 9th the Island Party will be going
- [Phlash Phlockings this weekend!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/07/31/phlash-phlockings-this-weekend/) - Having had some conversations in the past few weeks with various Parrot Heads; the conclusion was that we were overdue for a Phlash Phlocking...... So in the Parrot Head way of overdoing, we plan to do two phlash Phlockings around the upcoming weekend. Saturday August 1st at 9:00 AM. A repeat of the popular "Coffee
- [Jimmy Buffett Surprises Wounded Warriors & METRO Parrot Head Club](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/07/24/jimmy-buffett-surprises-wounded-warriors-metro-parrot-head-club/) - Wouldn't this be amazing at the Beach Bike Poker Run next year!! Jimmy Buffett surprises Wounded Warriors as well as the the METRO Parrot Head Club volunteers with a concert after the Soldier Ride in East Hampton, NY. Source: Jimmy Buffett Surprises Wounded Warriors & METRO Parrot Head Club
- [August events preview](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/07/18/august-events-preview/) - The club is busy making plans for our Parrot Head Club Anniversary Weekend, August 7-9. Everyone should be looking for a fun weekend with a Phirst Phriday PHlocking on Friday (Aug. 7th) followed by our Anniversary Island Party (August 9th) out on Pelican Island. Parrot Heads and friends will arrive by boat, kayak, canoe, or other(?)
- [Parrot Heads Participate to support Alzheimer's Association](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/07/10/parrot-heads-participate-to-support-alzheimers-association/) - On 6/20, the Summer Solstice, the Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club (EIPHC) joined forces with the Emerald Isle Turtle Protection Organization in support of the North Carolina Alzheimers Association's Longest Day fund raiser. Under the organization of EIPHC member, Susan Smith, who is also the state's Alzheimers Ambassador, 29 Parrot Heads walked the EI beach from
- [Report from the July 3rd Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/07/04/report-from-the-july-3rd-phlocking/) - Parrot Heads do it again with a great time had by all. Renee and her helpers hosted Christmas in July PHlocking at the E-Club to benefit the Animal Shelter. We had a good turnout of folks who braved the heat and the threat of rain. Flannery (her dog) watched over the goodies everyone brought for the
- [July (and June) Birthday report](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/07/02/july-and-june-birthday-report/) - Given the fact that somehow we forgot to bring the birthday list or the birthday "gifts" for the June Babies, at the July PHlocking we will celebrate both June and July birthdays. Find Ken Stone to get your birthday gift (yes Joel, you get a second chance!!!!!) Click here for list of Birthdays Lovely Lois
- [July 2015 Phlocking - Christmas in July for our phurry phriends](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/06/28/christmas-in-july-for-our-phurry-phriends/) - This month's Phlocking theme is Christmas in July, but instead of presents for the humans, we will be focusing on gifts for our animal friends. We will be Phlocking on Friday July 3rd at the Emerald Club. With the holiday weekend I'm sure it will be crowded there! Dress in red and green, and bring
- [Make a dog smile with Christmas in July!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/07/02/make-a-dog-smile-with-christmas-in-july/) - A few additional notes about the Phlocking Friday July 3rd..... For complete information on the event see the previous post. The Humane society likes to use "Special Kitty" brand kitty litter; available inexpensively at Wal-Mart. They also prefer Purina (Dog-chow, Puppy-chow, Cat-chow, Kitty-chow) brand foods.
- [Happy 30th Anniversary Parrot Heads!  1985-2015](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/06/28/happy-30th-anniversary-parrot-heads-1985-2015/) - 30 years ago today ... June 28, 1985 in Cincinnati, Ohio during the "Sleepless Knights Tour" at the Timberwolf Amphitheater (Kings Island). Jimmy Buffett commented that the fans who were returning each year in costumes were reminiscent of Deadheads. Timothy B. Schmit (who also played bass for the Eagles) replied, "yea Jimmy, Parrotheads". Jimmy repeated
- [REMINDER: MEETING OF THE MINDS 2015](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/06/15/reminder-meeting-of-the-minds-2015/) - Registration for Meeting of the Minds 2015 "A Salty Piece of Land" Closes in 92 Days!! Hello Everyone!!! Summer is well underway and I hope you are having a great one! It is time to think about extending the summer season by heading to Key West as the weather turns colder…the weather will be awesome
- [Walk for a great cause!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/06/13/walk-for-a-great-cause/) - Alzheimer's Association Longest Day - June 20 We are looking for a few more Parrot Heads! Who: For every Parrot Head/Emerald Isle Sea Turtle Crawl member who walks for an hour/mile the Club will sponsor for $10 and we are hoping for 30 volunteers to participate. What: Walk in small groups on the beach from
- [June 5 is the First Friday PHlock!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/06/03/june-5-is-the-first-friday-phlock/) - Yea man, our next PHlocking is Friday, June the 5th. The theme is Woodstock and the 60s. Dudes and dudettes, here's your opportunity to dress up in your favorite 60's duds. There will be games, dancing, and of course, a 50-50 raffle to benefit Martha's MIssion Cupboard in Morehead City. We're hanging a poster board
- [June 2015 Phirst Phriday Phlocking & BB Poker Run update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/05/30/june-2015-phirst-phriday-phlocking-bb-poker-run-update/) - May or may not get a full newsletter out before the PHlocking but wanted to make sure all of you know about the "theme" for the Friday PHlocking on June 5th. It sounds like it will be a blast. Details : Yea man, our next phlocking is Friday, June the 5th. The theme is Woodstock
- [Parrot Heads On A Roll!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/05/05/parrot-heads-on-a-roll/) - Hard to believe we’re into May already with lots of good stuff under our belts and much much more to come! A quickie recap of the year so far to bring all y’all up to speed…. We held our annual PHluff up the PHlock party where we discussed and planned activities for the upcoming year,
- [Cinco de Mayo Phlash Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/05/04/cinco-de-mayo-phlash-phlocking/) - We had some inquiries about what was happening for Cinco De Mayo and since we weren't really aware of anything specific, we decided to make our own fun event. So 7:00 PM tomorrow May 5th, let us gather at Carolina Wine Mixer at the Emerald Plantation Shopping Center. It is opposite Highway 55 Burgers &
- [Meeting of The Minds 2015](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/05/01/meeting-of-the-minds-2015/) - THERE ARE ONLY 143 DAYS UNTIL MEETING OF THE MINDS 2015 REGISTRATION CLOSES!! Hey Parrot Heads!! Are you still thinking about signing up for MOTM 2015? Stop thinking about it and let’s get it done! The Casa Marina is almost sold out and the musicians are raving about being back at MOTM 2015!! We need
- [May 2015 Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/20/may-2015-phlocking/) - Calling all pole dancers! May pole dancing that is! In celebration of Spring finally arriving, let's have a May day party! Join your fellow parrot heads and guests for.... a traditional maypole dance and fellowship of the phlock on May 1st at 7pm. Venue as always the Emerald Club. Experience and talent are not required!
- [2015 Beach Bike Poker Run Poster](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/05/02/2015-beach-bike-poker-run-poster/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/2015PokerRun16x20.pdf"]
- [Jimmy Buffett makes quick visit to Washington, NC](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/05/01/jimmy-buffett-makes-quick-visit-to-washington-nc/) - Jimmy Buffett flew into Warren Field on his private jet, a Falcon 900B Wednesday afternoon. Source: Jimmy Buffett makes quick visit to Washington
- [Beach Bike Poker Run! May 16](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/23/beach-bike-poker-run-may-16/) - Time for some adult fun! Join us for the annual Beach Bike Poker Run on Saturday, May 16 in Emerald Isle. It's only $20 per person to ride. Proceeds benefit the Semper Fi Fund. Click on "Continue Reading" for much more info... - Decorate you bicycle and dress up - Ride or Walk to 6
- [St. Patrick's Day Festival Report](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/03/16/st-patricks-day-festival-report/) - Despite the rainy weather at the St. Patty's Day Festival, our raffle raised $621 for Family Promise...what a generous fun group of people who volunteered their time and wonderful Festival attendees who bought lots of tickets. Great day despite the rain! Thanks to all who donated items. Sue Stone
- [A Night At The Tortuga](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/15/a-night-at-the-tortuga/) - Thought You'd Like to know as this sounds like a Parrot Head kind of event! It's a dinner and auction to support the Pirate Invasion in Beaufort and will Saturday April 18, 6-11PM at the Deckhouse, 500 Front Street. Tickets are $25 per person and are available at the door or online at www.beaufortpirateinvasion.com
- [Thank You Volunteers!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/11/thank-you-volunteers/) - We Cleaned up the place! Ok maybe the roadway. Thank you to all the Parrot Heads and PHriends who came to clean the roadway on both sides of the bridge in Emerald Isle. It looks clean and spiffy now! BTW - If you are free this coming Thursday come to Scallywags at 6PM for the New
- [What are you doing Saturday?](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/09/what-are-you-doing-saturday/) - Schedule Free? Parrot Heads are meeting at the Emerald Club Saturday April 11 at 11AM for a road side trash pickup. It's a great way to keep our island beautiful and spend time with your Parrot Phriends! If you are able to join us bring work gloves and clothes that cover. We'll also go out for
- [Coffee and conversation at Stir It Up.](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/01/24/coffee-and-conversation-at-stir-it-up/) - Parrot heads having fun at the Plash Phlocking.
- [March 2015 Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/03/01/march-2015-phlocking/) - March 6th, at 7:00 PM Wannabe leprechauns Anne Schrott and Wendy Rouston are going to get us all ready for the St Paddy's Day Festival! There are two planned activities: Kilts and Limericks...Wings will be provided by the Emerald Club and Eddie from Piggly Wiggly. All are encouraged to bring a snack or sweet to share.
- [April 2015 Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/03/28/april-2015-phlocking/) - Do you believe in the Easter Bunny? Well, we will find out at our next phlocking, April 3 at 7 p.m. Wear your favorite "bunny tail." There will be a contest so be creative and ready to "show it off." Donna Grady and Sandy Rockenhauser are organizing this Easter celebration and they have lots of fun stuff planned, including " the jelly beans
- [Jimmy Buffett visits Havana, Cuba](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/04/jimmy-buffett-visits-havana-cuba/) - Jimmy Buffett spent some time in Havana, Cuba a couple of weeks ago. He did an impromptu show outside a bar in Havana. It was just Jimmy, a guitar, and a mojito. Some marines were there for the show and shot the video (they were a little off beat on the salt, salt, salt).
- [Volunteer & Help Out the EIPHC Way!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/03/volunteer-help-out-the-eiphc-way/) - Opportunities to help out locally - April 17, 12PM Golf Tournament for Gateway, Western Carteret Community Alliance supporting the Cape Carteret Bike Path. $5,000 Hole in One, open to all Golfers. Team fee $240 for 4 players. Includes Greens Fee & Cart and free Pig Picking after tournament. Tournament information - 252-622-2563. Tickets available at Sound
- [Report from the March 2015 Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/03/30/report-from-the-march-2015-phlocking/) - Last month (March) there was a sea of green at the Emerald Club! Everybody was decked out, and the Limerick contest was hilarious! All of the limericks were personalized and dedicated to some of our favorite Parrotheads! There was a tie for the winning Limerick, Jesse Holland, Bobbi Raub and Betty Strader. Congratulations ladies! A
- [Report from the Phlocking Committee](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/05/report-from-the-phlocking-committee/) - Same ‘ol, same ‘ol… As always, the Emerald Isle Parrot Heads will be meeting at the Emerald Club at 7:00 PM on the first Friday of each month. This is great time to socialize with “seasoned” members, for new members to get “lei'd”, and for committees to make announcements. Deviations… This year we’re going back
- [Rare Interview with Jimmy! Circa 1978!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/05/rare-interview-with-jimmy-circa-1978/)
- [New Member Social - April 16 at Scallywags](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/04/03/new-member-social-april-16-at-scallywags/) - Let's get social! Are you a new member of the EIPHC? You should attend this fun event! New and existing members are invited to join in on the fun April 16th at Scallywags in Cedar Point starting at 6 PM. New members since Sept. 2014 should have received an 'Evite'. Please rsvp if you have not already
- [Emerald Isle Half Marathon & 5K](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/03/22/emerald-isle-half-marathon-5k/) - EIPHC is a supporter of this event! The Emerald Isle Half Marathon is a Boston Qualifying Marathon! Their aim is to give back to our community and local charities. 50% of proceeds will benefit the Emerald Isle Bike path and 50% will benefit the American Heart Association. The event takes place Saturday March 28, 2015.
- [Hoop Pole Creek Clean up Report](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/03/16/hoop-pole-creek-clean-up-report/) - The annual Hoop Pole Creek clean up this year helping out the Coastal Federation on March 7th was a great success. We had a total of 28 parrot heads participating including parrot heads visiting from Virginia. (friends of Jack and Renee). The weather cooperated nicely. Afterwards 19 of us Parrot Heads had a delicious lunch at the
- [The Emerald Isle St. Patty’s Day Festival reminder](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/02/28/the-emerald-isle-st-pattys-day-festival-reminder-2/) - March 14th (Saturday) Coordinators :Jason Holland & Ken Stone. We will have a Riff Raff Raffle where we have up to 20 items (donations from Parrot Heads and local merchants) and folks buy tickets and put them in the basket of the item(s) they want to win. We are in need of 15-20 items with a
- [Hoop Pole Creek Cleanup](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/02/28/hoop-pole-creek-cleanup-2/) - Saturday March 7th at 10 AM Coordinator: Jean Jensen. Morning trail and woods litter pick up/cleanup at Hoop Pole Creek near the Food lion in Atlantic Beach in coordination with NC Coastal Federation. Sign up at the March PHlocking or email Jean at belguimboy@aol.com
- [Got a theme idea for the Beach Bike Poker Run?](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/02/27/got-a-theme-idea-for-the-beach-bike-poker-run/) - Ready For Some Fun in the Sun? The Beach Bike Poker Run is coming up Saturday, May 16. Dress up your bicycle in a selected theme, ride around town and collect the best poker hand! There will be prizes for the best poker hands along with the best decorated bicycles in each category. Join us
- [A Margaritaville State of Mind](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/02/20/a-margaritaville-state-of-mind/)
- [Check out this contest, better late than never!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/02/21/check-out-this-contest-better-late-than-never/) - If for some reason the video isn't appearing below, here's the link: Jimmy Buffett Key West Contest Announcement
- [February (Valentine's) Phlocking report](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/02/14/february-valentines-phlocking-report/) - If you didn't make it to our February Phlocking celebration of Valentine/Heart Day, you missed one heck of a party with about 150 attending! The Emerald Club favored us with a grand assortment of chicken wings from Eddie at Piggly Wiggly complemented by various sweets prepared by our very own Parrot Heads. DJ Rob got
- [February Phlocking this Friday](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/02/04/february-phlocking-this-friday/) - Let's celebrate the joy of having loved ones! In their honor, RED Day means you need to wear your favorite red and white (pink will work also). Cover your body from head to toe or just one item will do, but be ready to pay a price if you don't have red or pink displayed
- [First "Phirst Phriday Phlocking" of 2015](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/12/30/first-phirst-phriday-phlocking-of-2015/) - Come hang out at the January Phlocking this Friday at the E-Club as usual. Convening at 7PM we can share Christmas and New year's Eve stories. I'm sure there will be laughs and leftover holiday cheer! DJ Robbie Jones will be spinning some tunes, free food buffet as usual, and some beer specials. Remember to
- [Happy New Year Parrot Heads!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/01/01/happy-new-year-parrot-heads/) - Come Phlock with us! The January Phlocking is January 2, 7pm at the Emerald Club. DJ Robbie Jones will be hosting our inside gathering ('cause baby it's cold outside!) Come join us as we hang out, listen to some good tunes and munch on food provided by Eddie Peterson from Piggly Wiggly Deli! Thank you
- [Registration for Meeting of the Minds 2015 "A Salty Piece of Land" is Open!!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/01/27/registration-for-meeting-of-the-minds-2015-a-salty-piece-of-land-is-open/) - Hello Parrot Heads!! I hope your daylight hours are getting a little longer and the sunshine is bringing you warmer days…there is still some winter to go but that doesn’t stop us from planning to feel the tropical winds on our faces in a few months. I want to let you know that the Meeting
- [Phlash Phlocking at Stir It Up - Saturday, January 24th](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/01/22/phlash-phlocking-at-stir-it-up-saturday-january-24th/) - WHAT: The Phirst Phlash Phlocking of 2015 WHERE: Stir It Up coffee shop (Emerald Plantation Coffee Shop, 8700 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594) WHEN: Saturday morning Jan. 24th at 10:00 AM ish WHO All Parrot Heads and Phriends WHY: Because Stir It Up has proven to be a Phriend of the Parrot Heads and
- [Hope 4 Holly](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/01/10/hope-4-holly/) - You have probably already heard that a young (29) local woman and nurse with 2 young children has ovarian cancer and the community is rallying around this family. The Emerald Club is hosting the first fundraiser on Saturday January 17th starting with a Community Yard Sale from 8 am to Noon (at the E-Club), Barbeque
- [December Phlocking/Christmas Party](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/12/13/december-phlockingchristmas-party/) - Great PHlocking on the 5th, got to see a lot of folks we had not seen in a bit. We raised $543 for the needy families that will be shopped for by Renee and her elves. Thanks so much for being such generous Parrot Heads. The ugly sweaters were
- [PHiP Scholarship Essay Contest](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/01/10/phip-scholarship-essay-contest/) - Here's the poop on the Essay Contest direct from the PHiP: Know someone going to college? This is a great opportunity to earn some $$$ for tuition, books or living expenses. The PHiP Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children, grandchildren or wards of Parrot Head Club
- [PHluff the PHlock Party](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2015/01/01/phluff-the-phlock-party/) - Let's Get PHluffy! January 14 at 6:30PM - join us for this annual meeting. It is your chance to be more active in club activities, provide some PHeedback and help to make some positive changes to the club. If you would like to attend the PHluff the PHlock Party, please see Sue Stone at the
- [Meeting of the Minds - November 2014](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/09/01/meeting-of-the-minds-november-2014/) - National Parrot Head Convention: Every November (first weekend) the National Parrot Head Organization puts together a convention in Key West that is outstanding and so much fun. Some Emerald Isle Parrot Heads have attended and can vouch for a wonderful experience. This annual event has live music (of course), street fairs and gatherings of Parrot Heads
- [2014 Beach Bike Poker Run](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/08/30/2014-beach-bike-poker-run/) - The results are in....we raised $6300 for the Semper Fi Kids Camp to send local children of wounded Marines to summer camp for a week and be paired with a mentor for a year. We had 217 riders, lots of raffle prizes, folks who donated their cash winnings from their best poker hands back for
- [National Parrot Head Convention](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/08/31/national-parrot-head-convention/) - Every November (first weekend) the National Parrot Head Organization puts together a convention in Key West that is outstanding and so much fun. Ken and I have gone twice and the music venues, street fairs and gatherings of Parrot Heads from around the world is something every Parrot Head should do at least once. All
- [September 2014 Phlocking](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/09/01/159/) - Let's PHlock! - September 5 is the First Friday PHlocking at theEmerald Club. The fun starts at 7PM! Music - A Parrot Head Favorite, Scearce and Ketner will be performing live at the Emerald Club! Games - Rumor has it we may be doing the Frozen T-shirt contest so lets hope for some hot weather on PHlocking
- [Volunteer Opportunities for EI Parrots](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/09/17/volunteer-opportunities-for-ei-parrots/) - Emerald Day4Kids This family fun event is Saturday, September 20th 10 AM - 2PM at the Emerald Isle Community Center. Bringing adults and children of all ages together for a fun-filled day of vendors, activities, games, face painting and more! Volunteers are needed from 8:30AM - 3PM for various assignments including, but not limited to: manning
- [Fringe benefit for Parrot Heads at local salon](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/09/03/fringe-benefit-for-parrot-heads-at-local-salon/) - The club recently received the following message: "Hello! My name is Heather Keith and I am a hairstylist at Just Hair in Emerald Isle beside Food Lion. I would like to offer the Parrot Heads half off of a haircut for ladies and gentleman for checking out our salon! Must book with me- Heather and just mention
- [Parrot Heads Ride Again!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/09/04/parrot-heads-ride-again-2/) - Parrot Heads Ride Again! – June 3, 2013Posted in: Current Articles Hey Kids! What time is it? Howdy Doody Time!… No. Wait, that’s not right! BEACH BICYCLE POKER TIME!! But to keep all y’all in suspense (ooooh…), let’s recount the events leading up to it. First the crew had to get through our regular PHlocking
- [DIVAS Run For the Roses 1Mile](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/10/02/divas-run-for-the-roses-1mile/) - This Event was a great success! Thank you to all those who came out to support us and have some fun too! Check out the Diva Pics on the EIPHC Flickr site. Original Post Wear Pink! Run, Walk, Bike, Crawl.....for a great cause! The Parrot Heads are bringing awareness to our fight against cancer by preparing
- [The "S.S. Parrot Head" takes first prize!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/12/13/the-s-s-parrot-head-takes-first-prize/) - The SS Parrot Head took first place in the Non-Profits in the Emerald Isle Parade on Nov. 29th. There was lots of fun and good food at numerous work parties to build our cruise ship all fall. Special thanks to Kelly and Erin for their vision, and planning and organizing things. Our $250 prize will
- [Parade Winnings donated to Hannah's Hope](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/12/15/parade-winnings-donated-to-hannahs-hope/) - Our parade winnings of $250 were donated to Hannah's Hope. They were so grateful for the donation as they just received their non profit 501c3 status. The money they raise for their new organization goes to needy children. Since Kelley and Erin were the "big birds" (organizers) of the parade float, we asked them to
- [September 2014 Newsletter update](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/08/21/september-2014-newsletter-update/) - We say the same thing every year about this time. We all had a busy summer despite the rain and postponement of the Annual Sand Bar/Island Party and as you can see on the What’s Up pages, there are lots of thing happening in September. The Parrot Heads have 2 major events plus the PHlocking
- [Post from James Hicks (President)](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/05/05/post-from-james-hicks-president/) - Hey my fellow Buffett fans. If you thought the bus trip was great, then you will love our Beach Bike Poker Run!!! I have attached our flyer for your information. This is our biggest fund raiser each year and each year it gets better and better. Last year we raised about $4500 and we hope
- [Phlash Phlocking - Parrot Heads at Harrika's](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/04/14/phlash-phlocking-parrot-heads-at-harrikas/) - It was a great time to be had at the Phlash Phlocking at HARRIKA'S this past Friday (4/11). We all met in the Biergarten with lots of food spread out on the picnic tables. Will Baker and Harry played lots of tunes Jimmy Buffet style. While it is not normal to solicit donations.during our phlash
- [April Phlocking 4/4/2014 (Parrot Head Prom Night)](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2014/04/01/april-phlocking-442014-parrot-head-prom-night/) - Phlocking this Friday at the Emerald Club, and for those who have not heard, the theme is "Jr./Sr. Prom". Come in your best formalwear, or just fake it. Bring a glorious picture of you and your prom date from back in the day. There will be a contest to vote for your prom King or
- [Parrot Heads Ride Again!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2013/06/03/parrot-heads-ride-again/) - Parrot Heads Ride Again! Hey Kids! What time is it? Howdy Doody Time!… No. Wait, that’s not right! BEACH BICYCLE POKER TIME!! But to keep all y’all in suspense (ooooh…), let’s recount the events leading up to it. First the crew had to get through our regular PHlocking with a killer combination of a Kentucky
- [April Showers/May Flowers; SUMMER’S HERE!  Parrot Heads](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2013/05/06/april-showersmay-flowers-summers-here-parrot-heads/) - April Showers/May Flowers; SUMMER’S HERE! Parrot Heads With better weather, Parrot Heads have been mucho busy out there in the community. Our regular PHirst PHriday night PHlockings at the Emerald Club keep coming up with great fun, the last being a primer for the next day’s scavenger hunt with the crew running around the
- [Spring has Sprung for Parrot Heads!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2013/04/13/spring-has-sprung-for-parrot-heads/) - Spring has Sprung for Parrot Heads! By: Ken Stone The beginning of the warm season… YAY! It’s gonna keep getting better and better as we ramp up for the coming season! Parrot Heads started out the merry month of March with our PHriday PHlocking paying homage to St. Patrick with lots of PHolks a-wearin’ the
- [Winter Doldrums?  Not Parrot Heads!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2013/03/12/winter-doldrums-not-parrot-heads/) - Winter Doldrums? Not Parrot Heads! Well we got some cold (no snow like up north though!) and things on the Isle slowed up some, but that didn’t slow down the Parrot Head crew. Our regular PHriday PHlocking celebrated Mardi Gras with folks pouring into the Emerald Club in costume and bringing in all kinds of
- [March 2013 Newsletter](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2013/02/25/march-2013-newsletter/) - FEBRUARY 25, 2013 March Edition Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club Inc. PARROT HEAD POOP THE GREEN IS COMING! Get ready for this month’s PHlocking by digging out the best Irish/Green outfit you can find and make your way to the Emrerald Club as we have officially proclaimed this month St. Patty’s Month (and the trees,
- [Parrot Heads Don Winter PHeathers](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2013/02/14/54/) - Parrot Heads Don Winter PHeathers Cold, warm, cold, warm, cold; weather can’t make up its’ mind, but Parrot Heads adapted and partied on. Hey, it’s winter at the beach, but there’s always a sunny day to make you smile and say “Ah-h-h… Dang, this place is great!” whether it’s 70 degrees or 30 degrees. Our
- [Another Parrot Head Year](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2013/01/03/2/) - Another Parrot Head Year Well, another year flew by for Parrot Heads and friends and we’re all looking forward to even more good times and help for our community in 2013. Catching all y’all up on the remains of 2012, we finished out the year with a couple of grand finales. Remember last month’s article
- [Chilly PHeathers](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/12/03/chilly-pheathers-i/) - Emerald Isle Parrot Heads Chilly PHeathers Things are starting to get kinda nippy around the Isle lately so we started fluffing up our feathers and moving our PHlockings inside the Emerald Club for great tunes from Scearce and Ketner (can’t let these guys’ fingers freeze up) with lots of laughter and some insane games (we
- [Whassup With The Parrot Head PHlock?](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/11/03/whassup-with-the-parrot-head-phlock/) - Whassup With The Parrot Head PHlock? So… does anyone remember cartoons with Mr. Peabody the dog and Sherman his boy (on the Rocky & Bullwinkle show), and most importantly the “Way, Way Back Machine” that could transport them back in time? Well, we need to employ that time travel vehicle in this article so we’re
- [In the Autumn of Our Years??](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/10/03/29/) - Parrot Heads: In the Autumn of Our Years?? We’re not “Fall”ing for that Autumn of our years stuff; we’re just getting started with a little cooler weather and the fact that the pace of the Isle has slowed down and mellowed with the departure of beach visitors and tourists who help out the local economy.
- [From Dog Daze August to Sweet September](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/09/02/from-dog-daze-august-to-sweet-september/) - From Dog Daze August to Sweet September The heat & humidity of summer have been sticking with us (literally) but that didn’t stop the PHlock from busting out a great 10th Anniversary celebration starting out with an oversized PHriday night PHlocking. A huge crowd packed the Tiki bar patio at the E Club on a
- [Hot! Hot! Hot!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/08/02/hot-hot-hot/) - Parrot Heads – Hot! Hot! Hot! Oh yeah… it’s been a hot and humid summer so far, but that hasn’t stopped all those local Parrot Heads from PHlocking. How to stay cool at our regular PHirst PHriday PHlocking? Aside from a good ol’ cold beverage served up with a smile by Erin or Matt, one
- [Summer Groove for the PHlock](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/07/12/summer-groove-for-the-phlock/) - Parrot Heads Summer Groove for the PHlock The pace of the Isle is picking up with an influx of visitors and friends crossing that bridge to hang out and enjoy what “locals” hopefully don’t take for granted. Parrot Heads got into the summer spirit at our regular PHirst PHriday PHlocking at the Emerald Club with
- [Rollin’ in Fun for Charity](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/06/02/rollin-in-fun-for-charity/) - Parrot Heads Rollin’ in Fun for Charity What a great way to start the summer with fabulous weather for our regular PHirst PHriday of the month PHlocking at The Emerald Club! The warm weather brought out a host of Parrot Heads to hang out in the outdoor Tiki patio and listen to foot stompin’, hand
- [Busy Days (Daze?) for the Parrot Heads](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/05/02/41/) - Busy Days (Daze?) for the Parrot Heads PHirst… a correction! We had some last minute contributions to our fundraising for the Emerald Isle EMS and were able to push up our donation to $720! These dedicated and trained folks deserve our thanks and respect for the great job they do in the community; never know
- [Green Parrot Heads!](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/04/02/green-parrot-heads/) - Green Parrot Heads! Spring is finally here and the color of the month is GREEN! Parrot Heads started celebrating St. Patrick’s Day early at our regular PHirst PHriday PHlocking at the Emerald Club with wearin’ of the green, St. Patty’s themed games, tasty grub from our bud Eddie (at the Piggly Wiggly Deli) courtesy of
- [Parrot Head Spring Lineup](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2012/03/06/parrot-head-spring-lineup/) - Parrot Head Spring Lineup By: Ken Stone So, seems like we’ve made it through the worst of the winter; a heck of a lot better than last year! Time to PHluff up the PHlock with our annual meeting to look back and look forward at the Club, what we’ve done and what we can

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- [2021 Island Santa Crawl Registration](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/2021-island-santa-crawl-registration/) - 2021 Island Santa Crawl Registration Sponsored by the Emerald Isle Parrotheads Club Fees: Registration is available online until December 1, 2021 and at the monthly EIPHC Phlocking on 12/3/21 for $20. *Due to the ever changing weather in NC, should we have a rain out your entry fee will be considered a donation.
- [Bylaws](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/membership/bylaws/) - Obligatory Fine Print Each member of the EIPHC is responsible for his or her own actions and behavior, whether negative or positive. Membership in the club does not give the member permission to use Jimmy Buffett’s name, song titles, lyrics, names of businesses or other trademarked, copyrighted, or reserved owned by Jimmy Buffett: nor can
- [Reservations for April 18th Buffet concert](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/reservations-for-april-18th-buffet-concert/) - BUFFET CONCERT TICKETS & BUS RESERVATIONS Deadline to Reserve: JANUARY 15, 5 P.M. This offer is for EIPHC members only. Your reservation will be confirmed from our membership listing. You will reserve your ticket and/or bus tickets only. You will be obligated to pay for what you have reserved herein on a later date by
- [Charities](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/pfriends-3/charities/) - Club Activities Raise Funds For Local Charities Since its inception in 2002, the EIPHC has donated over $216,000 to local charities through a variety of Parrot Head sponsored activities and fundraisers. Our motto is "Party with a purpose". Aside from monetary donations, Club members support local charities and non-profit organizations with numerous volunteer hours and
- [History](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/about-us/history/) - Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club History EIPHC is a proud member of the Parrot Heads in Paradise Inc. (PHIP), a national organization recognized by Jimmy Buffett. Since 1989, Parrot Head clubs have been helping their communities with the motto in mind to “Party with a Purpose”. This statement is more than just a motto, local clubs like the EIPHC, believe
- [Business Pfriends](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/pfriends-3/supportive-local-businesses/) - * Beach Bike Poker Run Sponsor # Beach Bike Poker Run Stop Local Parrot Head owned businesses: Black Dog Provisions The Emerald Club # Emerald Isle Beach and Pool Club * Flipperz Bar & Grill # Keleri Art Studio NC Onshore and Inshore Fishing Stir It Up Island Pet Mobile Vet Services * Bake, Bottle, and
- [EIPHC 15th Annual Beach Bike Poker Run](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/eiphc-15th-annual-beach-bike-poker-run/) - THIS EVENT IS HAPPENING RAIN OR SHINE!!!!!!! The Emerald Isle Parrot Heads are excited to be hosting the 15th Annual Beach Bike Poker Run in beautiful Emerald Isle, NC. This year the Beach Bike Poker Run will again be raising money for the Semper Fi Fund's Kid's Camp. The event will take place on May
- [About PHIP Nat'l](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/about-us/parrot-heads-in-paradise/) - National History Parrot Heads in Paradise, Inc. is a Not-For-Profit Corporation, whose purpose is to assist in community and environmental concerns and provide a variety of social activities for people who are interested in the music of Jimmy Buffett and the tropical lifestyle he personifies. (source - PHIP.com) In 2016 Parrot Head clubs contributed 3.4 million
- [Nearby PHC Chapters](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/pfriends-3/nearby-chapters/) - Here are some nearby Parrot Head Club chapters: East Carolina PHC- based in Ayden, NC Pirates of the Neuse - based in New Bern, NC PH's of North Carolina - Based in Raleigh, NC PH's of the Pamlico - Based in Washington, NC Pleasure Island PH's - Based in Kure Beach, NC PH's of the
- [Pfavorite Bands](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/pfriends-3/pfavorite-bands/) - 4EverAll Barefoot Wade Big Drink Music Co.
- [Regular Events](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/regular-events/) - Monthly Phlockings First Friday of every month Annual Events PHluff up the PHlock - January Hoop Pole Creek Cleanup - January Riff Raff Raffle at Emerald Isle St. Patrick's Day Festival - March Silent Auction at Emerald Isle St. Patrick's Day Festival —March New Member Social & Highway Pickup —April Hands Across the Sand - May
- [About the Phlock](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/about-us/) - Our purpose is to assist in community and environmental concerns and provide a variety of social activities for people who enjoy the music of Jimmy Buffett and the tropical lifestyle he personifies. The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club (EIPHC) is a non-profit organization that assists locally to help better the community and environment, and was started
- [Membership - resend private link](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/membership-resend-private-link/) - If you have forgotten or misplaced your personal link to edit your account data, enter your email address below and you'll be sent a link that you can use update your personal directory information (such as your address, email, phone number, or interests/hobbies).
- [Pfriends](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/pfriends-3/) - Just paying it forward the Parrot Head way... Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club truly appreciates the contributions that local businesses and musical group provide the club throughout the year. As the EIPHC gathers for events and fun you have helped us out with donations, a space to meet and with great entertainment. But it's not
- [Contact Us](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/contact-us/) - Contact Us Need to contact the EIPHC? Here's a few ways to reach out to one of our Parrot Heads. We are always happy to hear from you. Mailing Address: Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club PO Box 4293 Emerald Isle, NC 28594-4293 Phone Number: (252) 518-5208 E-mail: info@emeraldisleparrotheads.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/emeraldisleparrotheads
- [What is a Parrot Head?](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/what-is-a-parrot-head/) - Well, according to Wikipedia.............. Origin of the term: The term "Parrot Head" was coined in 1985 at a Jimmy Buffett concert at the Timberwolf Amphitheater in Cincinnati, OH. Buffett has said numerous times that he attributes much of his fame to this area. At the show, Jimmy commented about everyone wearing Hawaiian shirts and parrot
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- [Parrot Head Perks](https://emeraldisleparrotheads.com/membership/parrot-head-perks/) - Parrot Discounts - Parrot Head members get discounts! Check out the national PHIP site for some great discounts up to 60% off on tickets, travel and shopping! To register for your free Working Advantage account visit this link and click on the register link at the upper right corner of the page. Newsletter "Parrot Poop" -
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