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Thousands are going Greek this weekend

Submitted by Ben Powell on Saturday, May 18th, 5:03 pm

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - Thousands of people are going Greek this weekend. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church is hosting the 21st annual Greek Festival.

Events opened on Friday night and continue through Sunday at the South College Road location, across from UNCW. Along with great dinner, and great desserts, you can also enjoy plenty of entertainment.

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21st annual Greek Fest kicks off this weekend

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, 1:58pm

21st annual Greek Fest kicks off this weekend

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - The St. Nicholas Orthodox Church is hosting its 21st annual Greek Festival this weekend, according to the church’s website.

Friday through Sunday, folks can enjoy a little Greek culture through baked goods, music, and more.

Admission to get in is $3, and kids 12 and under are free.

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Happy Mother's Day from WECT!

Submitted by Iisha Scott, Weather Anchor/ Web Producer

Sunday, May 12th, 2013, 7:00am

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Fuzzy Peach to offer free chocolate dipped strawberry on Mother's Day

Submitted by Iisha Scott, Weather Anchor/ Web Producer

Friday, May 10th, 2013, 12:15pm

Fuzzy Peach to offer free chocolate dipped strawberry on Mother's Day

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - To celebrate Mother's Day, The Fuzzy Peach Frozen Yogurt Bar is giving away a free chocolate dipped strawberry of their choice on Mother's Day, according to their Facebook page.

The Fuzzy Peach Frozen Yogurt Bar is located at 250 Racine Dr.

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New breed of neighborhood pet store coming to Wilmington

Submitted by Kim Kopka Ratcliff, News Anchor, Carolina in the Morning

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 8:50am

New breed of neighborhood pet store coming to Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - A man who has lived in the Wilmington area for more than 20 years is opening a small business that caters to pet needs.

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington opens May 11, offering full-service grooming, and a wide selection of pet foods and supplies.

Erskine Smith is the franchise owner of the Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington store. He is also the proud parent of Rigby, a Jack Russell Terrier, and two rescued cats.

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Empie park to host 2nd annual Healthy Kids Day

Submitted by Iisha Scott, Weather Anchor/ Web Producer

Thursday, April 25th, 2013, 1:53pm

Empie park to host 2nd annual Healthy Kids Day

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - Empie Park will host the 2nd annual Healthy Kids Day this weekend, according to organizers.

The event is free and will take place Saturday, April 27 starting at 9:30 a.m. with a one mile fun run and will conclude at 1 p.m.

According to organizers, the first 300 participants at the event will receive a medal and drawstring backpack.

For more information, call 341-4631 or visit wilmingtonhealthykids.com.

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Chick-Fil-A hosts mother-son "Date Knight"

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director

Tuesday, April 16th, 2013, 11:43am

Chick-Fil-A hosts mother-son "Date Knight"

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Alright moms, grab your son Thursday night and take him out to a special “Date Knight” at Chick-Fil-A.

Mothers and sons are encouraged to spend some time together while they enjoy dinner, conversations and several special activities.

The event will be held April 18, 4:30-7:30 p.m. with seatings available every hour. Reservations are required. Customers can visit www.mothersondate.com/wilmington to make a reservation.

“One of Chick-fil-A’s goals is to promote community connections and enrich the lives of everyone we come in contact with,” said Valerie Watkins restaurant marketing director for the Chick-fil-A at Mayfaire. “We understand the importance of mother-son relationships and want to encourage Wilmington moms to come to Chick-fil-A, enjoy their son’s company over a meal and have fun!”

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