What's inside this issue?

• BHI Transportation's New Electronic Ticketing and Reservation System — Information Sessions Hosted by BHA on May 26 and May 30.
• BHA's Nominating Committee seeking volunteers.
• Don't miss the May Island Report.
• Upcoming events.
• BHA quick links (ARC and BHA committees) and Board meetings.
• BHI website links.

BHI Transportation's

New Electronic Ticketing and Reservation System

Information Sessions Hosted by BHA:

Friday, May 26, 10:00am and

Tuesday, May 30, 2:30pm

In February 2022, the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) issued an order regarding baggage that adopted several processes to move the ferry system toward the implementation of electronic ticketing and reservations. That order was made effective as of April 1, 2022, but with the arrival of the summer season, BHI Transportation postponed enforcement of the order at that time. BHI Transportation plans to enforce the order and launch a new electronic ticketing and reservation system in early June 2023.

At the request of BHI Transportation, BHA will be hosting two, on-Island information sessions at the Association Center (111 Lighthouse Wynd) for property owners, contractors and the general public to learn more about the new ticketing and

reservation system. The sessions are scheduled for Friday, May 26, at 10:00am and Tuesday, May 30, at 2:30pm. BHA will host both of these in-person and live Zoom information sessions, with recordings available on BHA's YouTube channel within 24 hours after each event. Click the buttons below to register and attend the Zoom webinar.

BHA News

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! 

Don't miss!

• 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!

BHI Artisan Show and Sale

Saturday, May 27, 10:00am-4:00pm

Will O' the Wisp

The BHI Artisan show and sale on Saturday, May 27, will be at Will O' the Wisp in the harbour (98 Keelson Row) from 10:00am to 4:00pm. There will be jewelry by two artisans, wildlife wood carvings, charcuterie boards, drone photographs of BHI, handmade quilts and a book of poetry. 

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.

Village Chapel Memorial Day Ceremony on May 29

and Baby Shower Collection on May 27

Memorial Day Ceremony

The Village Chapel will host its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29, at 10:00am at the Village Chapel (105 Lighthouse Wynd). This year’s guest speaker is Army Lt. Col. (ret.) Chris Castelli, a property owner on Bald Head Island. The event will comprise Island property owners who are veterans. Please join us for this solemn event to pay respects to those who have died in service to their country. Outdoor seating/audio will not be available, so come early for a seat indoors.

Baby Shower Collection on May 27 from 10am to 2 pm in Village Chapel Courtyard

On Saturday, May 27, the Chapel’s off-island Outreach Team is collecting items for a Baby Shower for Samara’s Village. Samara’s Village is a non-profit charity located in Boiling Spring Lakes that helps adolescent teen girls and fathers to educate, equip and empower them to become good parents. We will be collecting baby items for anything from newborn to 1-year-old children, plus anything a mother or father might need to help them become good parents and responsible citizens. Baby clothes, diapers, blankets, equipment (new or gently used) are needed. The collection for the Baby Shower will be held in the Village Chapel courtyard from 10:00am-2:00pm. Please bring your gift items during that time. Financial donations will be accepted, as well.

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Porch Island Treasures

Saturday, June 24

9:00am-12:00pm

A new twist on an old favorite! Use the online or printed map (coming soon) to find homeowners selling or giving away items on their home porches.

Sign up HERE by JUNE 9 to sell/give away items on your home porch.

Click HERE for more details on the web page or click on the poster.

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).