What's inside this issue?

• BHI Barge to shut down May 3 - May 5; may delay some UPS/FedEx package deliveries.
• Questions and concerns about ferry baggage and carry-on items.
• BHA Congratulates Diane Mesaris for receiving the 2023 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award.
• BHA's Nominating Committee seeking volunteers.
• May Island Report JUST POSTED.
• Upcoming events.
• BHA quick links (ARC and BHA committees) and Board meetings.
• BHI website links.

BHI Barge Notice

The BHI Barge (click HERE for the BHI Barge website) is scheduled to be shut down for routine maintenance Wednesday, May 3, through Friday, May 5, and reopening on Monday, May 8. Due to the barge shut down, some UPS and FedEx package delivery may be delayed. For notices regarding postal delivery and packages, check the Village of BHI's Facebook page HERE.

Questions and Concerns about Ferry Baggage

and Carry-on Items

To help with questions and concerns regarding baggage and carry-on items, read an article from the May 2023 Island Report HERE. You can also click on the document image.

For questions and concerns about ferries, baggage and carry-on items, contact Bion Stewart, Chief Operating Officer for Bald Head Island Transportation, at 910-363-0527.

The North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) regulates BHI's ferries and trams, and the NCUC ruled on December 30, 2022 to determine BHI's parking and barge as public utility status, with regulation by the NCUC. Note that an appeal to this ruling was filed by BHI Transportation/BHI Limited and Sharpvue Capital on January 30, 2023. HERE is the NCUC Public Staff's web page regarding transportation. If BHI Transportation does not handle your questions/concerns/complaints to your satisfaction, HERE is the NCUC formal complaint process.

BHA News

Congratulations Diane Mesaris!

BHA congratulates one of its own, Diane Mesaris, for receiving the 2023 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award. The North Carolina Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service presented this award to ten recipients from Brunswick County. Diane has volunteered for the Village of BHI's Public Safety Department for 25 years. Thank you for your service and generous support of your community! Click HERE for Brunswick County's announcement.

Calling for Volunteers!

Volunteer for BHA’s Nominating Committee

Deadline: May 31, 2023 

BHA Board member and Nominating Chair Joe Brawner is seeking additional volunteers to serve on the Nominating Committee. This committee has the crucial job of identifying qualified candidates to run for future BHA Board positions and continue the tradition of strong leadership for BHA. Send an email expressing your interest to Joe Brawner at JoeBrawner1144@gmail.com by May 31, 2023. Please be a part of these efforts. This is your Association and your Island! 

Just posted!

• FAQs about BHA's Island Report.
• Check out this month's ARC Quiz — are you an ARC pro?
• President's Letter.
• Monthly contributors — the Village of BHI, Old Baldy Foundation, the BHI Conservancy and the Village Chapel of BHI.
• And much, much more!

Community Potluck Dinner

Monday, May 8, 6:00pm

BHA's Association Center

Join us for the next Community Potluck Dinner on Monday, May 8, at 6:00pm in the Generator Society Hall at BHA's Association Center (111 Lighthouse Wynd). All are invited! Make new friends and join those you've known for years. Just bring a dish to share and your favorite beverage. Click on the poster for more details. Contact F.A. McLeod for additional information at faatbeach@gmail.com.

Photo Workshop with

Dr. Ted Peck

Tuesday, May 9

1:30-3:00pm

Learn to take/make incredible photos with your cell phone on Tuesday, May 9, from 1:30-3:00pm in BHA's Association Center (111 Lighthouse Wynd, BHI). There is no fee, but please consider a donation to the Pollinator Garden. Click on the poster for additional details, and use the QR code on the poster to sign up.

The Garden Club

Hosts Dr. Ted Peck

Wednesday, May 10, 10:00am

BHA's Association Center

The Garden Club is hosting Dr. Ted Peck, who will present his gorgeous photos of flowers on Bald Head Island, on Wednesday, May 8, at 10:00am in BHA's Association Center (111 Lighthouse Wynd). It's free, and everyone is welcome! Click on the poster for additional details.

Smith Island Art League

Show and Sale

May 27-28, 10:00am-5:00pm

BHA's Association Center

The Smith Island Art League (SIAL) will hold a member’s show and sale from 10:00am-5:00pm on Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28, at BHA's Association Center (111 Lighthouse Wynd), beside the Village Chapel. The show is open to the public with free admission. The Art League members show a variety of styles and mediums such as ceramics, oil and watercolor paintings; cards; jewelry; fabric art; photography and more. For information contact Prudy Weaver at pweaver2@carolina.rr.com. Click on the poster to learn about the Art League and the artists.

Yoga Classes

Ongoing ~ Mondays and Wednesdays

11:45am-1:00pm

Yoga classes taught by Pam Moulin are held in BHA's Association Center (111 Lighthouse Wynd) on Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:45am-1:00pm.

Note that yoga classes will not be held on May 29 and 31, June 5 and 7, and July 3 and 5.

Pam has 36 years of experience as a fitness instructor and 19 years of experience as a yoga instructor, and she's been teaching yoga on Bald Head Island for 13 years. All levels are welcome. Classes are $20, and participants must bring their own yoga mat. Pam requires that all participants show proof of vaccination against Covid-19. For all new participants, it's strongly suggested to email Pam beforehand (and let her know of any physical limitations) at pammoulin@ec.rr.com.

BHA's Board of Directors invites property owners and others to view its monthly public meetings remotely via Zoom. Board meetings are typically held the second Friday of each month beginning at 11:00am EDT. Agendas, approved minutes of previous meetings and a link to the current monthly Zoom meeting can be found on the meeting information web page. Click on the link below to learn more.

NOTE: The May Board meeting date differs from the typical schedule. The next BHA Board meeting public session is scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 11:00am at BHA's Association Center (111 Lighthouse Wynd).