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Paradise Axe and Arcade Throws Support Behind Able Buddies NC

Battle of the Badge Axe Throwing Event Set for May 17

Holly Ridge, NC – — Paradise Axe and Arcade, one of Holly Ridge’s premier entertainment hotspots, has announced its support for Able Buddies NC, a local nonprofit dedicated to fostering inclusive social opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As part of this exciting partnership, Paradise Axe and Arcade will host a Battle of the Badge Axe Throwing Competition on May 17, bringing together members of local police departments for a friendly but fierce showdown. The event will serve as a fundraiser, with proceeds going directly to Able Buddies NC.

“We’re honored for the support of Paradise Axe and Arcade and excited about this incredible community event,” said Aileen Green, founder and president of Able Buddies NC. “Battle of the Badge is more than a competition—it’s a way to bring our community together for a meaningful cause.”

The event will feature head-to-head axe-throwing matchups between officers from neighboring departments, food and drinks, raffles, and opportunities to learn more about Able Buddies NC’s mission.

Able Buddies NC organizes monthly Family and Friends Nights to promote inclusion and connection for people with disabilities as well as their families. With the help of Paradise Axe and Arcade and events like Battle of the Badge, the organization is poised to reach even more individuals and families in the area.

The public is invited to attend, cheer on their local heroes, and support an incredible cause.

For more information, visit https://paradiseaxeandarcade.com/.

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Able Buddies NC Supports Local Entrepreneur

Zarcone Cocoa is a recently established e-commerce business specializing in high-quality, all-natural, and organic hot cocoa mixes. The company offers a variety of flavors, including Classic Chocolate, Salted Caramel, Mint, and Hazelnut, catering to diverse taste preferences.

Zarcone Cocoa

The business was registered on December 6, 2023, and operates through its online store hosted on the Shopify platform. Customers can purchase products directly from their website, with payments processed in USD.

Merchant Genius

In addition to cocoa mixes, Zarcone Cocoa offers merchandise such as coffee mugs, tumblers, and T-shirts, emphasizing a lifestyle brand that promotes faith and mental health.

Zarcone Cocoa

The company maintains an active presence on Instagram under the handle @zarconecocoa, where it shares updates and engages with its audience.

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For more information or to make a purchase, visit their official website at zarconecocoa.com.

 

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Shrimp Dip 2024

Big news: SHIRT ART and RESERVATION FORM!
Shiverz T. Shrimp snuck his way onto the North Topsail Beach welcome sign for the 2024 Shrimp Dip shirt! Shirt color this year is ORANGE, to complement Shiverz’s lovely complexion. Shirts are $20. We can accept cash, check, or credit card at the dip. Sales will open at 10am. If you would like to GUARANTEE that we have shirts in your sizes, use this form to reserve your shirts (size and quantity). Reserved shirts MUST be picked up & purchased by 11:30am at the Dip. Any reserved shirts not picked up by 11:30am will be released for general sale. Thanks to our shirt sponsors, 100% of shirt sales will go directly to Able Buddies NC.
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Able Buddies NC Receives Grant from Walmart in Surf City NC

Able Buddies NC has received a grant from the Walmart in Surf City, NC.

With the support of Walmart Pharmacist Judy Paliotti, a grant was given to Able Buddies NC which will be used for upcoming Family and Friends Nights, benefiting the Special Needs Community of Onslow and Pender Counties.

Able Buddies NC hosts Family and Friends Nights for our local community, each month at the Providence Baptist Church in Holly Ridge NC.

If you or someone that you know is interested in attending or sponsoring one of our events, please contact Aileen Green at Aileen@ablebuddiesnc.org, or follow us on our Facebook pages Special Needs Community of Onslow and Pender Counties and/or Able Buddies NC Family and Friends Night.

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Able Buddies NC Inspiration Passes On

It is with our deepest regret that we have to say goodbye to the inspiration of Able Buddies NC.   Randy Miller was the motivation for Able Buddies NC, when his mom Aileen Green and Christina Davis decided that our special needs community needed something fun to do with their families.  And so began the Able Buddies NC monthly dances.  He will be greatly missed and Able Buddies NC will forever have a void where Randy sat.

Please click here to read Randy Miller’s obituary.

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Another Young Entrepreneur on the Spectrum!!

We love to hear about successful young people, but it makes our hearts smile, when they are also from the Autism community!

Hannah is gifted with Autism and takes pride in creating special beauty items. We hope you enjoy her creation! Hannah’s Happy Hands is a multi-dimensional brand that promotes health & beauty through her handmade soaps and bath bombs. Towards the future we aim to expand our business to build a community where people with exceptionalities can express themselves through creativity and hands -on crafts.

 

Click here to read more or to place an order!

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