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Crystal Dawn headboat dinner cruise

Lee Whitley — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:02:42 +0000

It was a beautiful evening for a dinner cruise. We left the docks at Pirates Cove at 6 p.m. and cruised around Roanoke Island for about an hour and a half. The boat let us off at the Town of Manteo docks where most of the guests went on to enjoy a concert at Roanoke Island Festival Park.

Manteo’s Farmers Market

Lee Whitley — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:35:39 +0000

Saturday is the day to visit Roanoke Island. Starting at 8 a.m. in downtown Manteo, the Farmer’s Market, fresh produce, flowers, plants, sweets, pottery and more, until noon every Saturday through October.

Manteo’s First Friday Festivities

Lee Whitley — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:17:52 +0000

June 4. Downtown Manteo.

We’ll kick off the evening with a small reception at the Coors Cottage at 326 Fernando Street. Stop by on your way to First Friday and visit Marshes Light showcase model home. Light refreshments will be served and you can register for a chance to win a two night stay in one of our upscale waterfront Marina Villas. Friday 4-6 p.m.

Coors Cottage

Manteo Historic Home, Then and Now

Lee Whitley — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 18:11:49 +0000

Brinkley House, yard with adirondack chairs, whitewashed elm, grape arbor, circa 1940's.

Imagine a sunny day 70 years ago. Fish are biting, crabs are plentiful. Fresh tomatoes and corn from the garden. Nice cool breeze off the water.

Over the years, the Brinkley house is forgotten… fallen into disrepair.

There’s potential buried under that lonely exterior.

Old siding is removed, and the Brinkley House is readied for its new location in the new Marshes Light Subdivision, 2007.

Fun Things to Do on the Outer Banks April 2010

Lee Whitley — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:11:48 +0000

Brought to you by Marshes Light in historic downtown Manteo. www.marsheslight.com.

Photo by Aycock Brown, courtesy of Amy Oneto Noffsinger

Friday, March 26

Realtorfest. Ramada Plaza, Kill Devil Hills. 8:30 am – 4 pm at the Vendors, speakers, educational training sponsored by the Outer Banks Association of Realtors. (252)441-4036.

Empowering Women in Business Expo: Nourishment For The Mind, Body and Spirit. Sponsored by the Virginia Dare Professional and Business Women’s Club. 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. At The College of The Albemarle Roanoke Island Campus in Manteo. For more information please contact Paisley D. Wessel at paisleybpw@charter.net or call (410) 788-1972.

Saturday, March 27

Bruce Roberts Photojournalist: 50 Years of Capturing Change. Outer Banks History Center Gallery, Manteo. Exhibit, sponsored by Our State magazine, features black and white and color images of Roberts’ work and includes topics such as desegregation, commercial fishing, changing rural landscapes and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once Upon a Mattress, Manteo High School, Manteo. The story of The Princess and the Pea. March 19th and 20th at 7pm, Sunday the 21st at 2pm and March 26th and 27th at 7pm, Sunday the 28th at 2pm. 7$ for adults and 5$ for students and seniors.

Night at the Races, Flying Dutchman Restaurant, Corolla. 7-10 pm. To benefit the Corolla Wild Horse Fund, $25 a person includes hors d’oeuvres and $50 in play money. Drink and dinner specials, cash bar. 8 prerecorded races with a 10 horse field. (252)453-8002.

P.D.Q. Bach-The Jekyll & Hyde Tour, First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills. 7:30. Performance by musical satirist “Professor” Peter Schickele is a 4 time Grammy award winner and has been called the “greatest comedy-in-music act before the public today”. $12.00 student; tickets. $25.00. Call 252-261-4636 for information. www.outerbanksforum.org.

The Coastal Cohorts Don Dixon, Bland Simpson & Jim Wann Celebrating 25 Years King Mackerel & the Blues are Running and Wild Ponies . Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 8 p.m. Proceeds to benefit the North Carolina Coastal Federation. For tickets visit www.nccoast.org or call (252) 475-1500.

Sunday, March 28

4th Sunday @ 4 With Kyle Engler and Daniel Lau. 4 p.m. Indoor Theatre, Roanoke Island Festival Park. Join the husband wife team for an afternoon of art songs, arias and selections from the Great American Songbook, including music by Antonio Vivaldi, Gioachino Rossini, Reynaldo Ahn, Hoagy Carmichael and George Gershwin. (252) 475-1500. Admission is included in the Park’s general admission ticket.
Monday, March 30

American Red Cross Bloodmobile. 9 am – 3 pm at the First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills. (252)335-2185.

Friday, April 2

First Friday, Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. A fun-filled, family-oriented street festival; sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, period-dressed actors, a rock climbing wall and much more. www.firstfriday-roanokeisland.com.

April 2 – 3

Fly Into Spring, Jockey’s Ridge State Park and Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. . 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can receive stunt and power kite lessons or watch some of the larger show kites. (877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124 or www.kittyhawkkites.com.

April 3

Town of Nags Head Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Nags Head Town Park, 415 W. Health Center Drive. 1 p.m. (252) 441-5508 or www.townofnagshead.net.

Kitty Hawk Kites Easter Eggstravaganza, Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. Largest Easter egg hunt on the Outer Banks! Over 2,000 candy and toy-filled eggs are waiting to be collected. (877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124 or www.kittyhawkkites.com.

April 4

Aqua’S Easter Brunch, Duck. Hop on over to Aqua’S Restaurant for Easter Brunch. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet Easter Bunny, egg hunt and face painting. Bring a canned good for Bunny and get an Easter balloon. All donations go to Dare County Food Pantry. For more information, please visit www.aquaobx.com.
April 9

Children’s Fun Faire, Wright Brothers National Memorial Pavilion, Kill Devil Hills. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Designed especially for kids, this Fun Faire offers a wide variety of entertaining, hands-on, and exciting educational activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. (252) 473-2127 or www.thelostcolony.org.

April 10

THE Studio Tour South. Artists living south of the Oregon Inlet Bridge will open their studio doors to the public showcasing the economic impact of the Professional Arts on the Outer Banks. (252) 473-5558 or www.darearts.org

April 9 – April 17

Land of Beginnings Festival. Various entertaining activities throughout the festival celebrate the history, culture and people of the Outer Banks. (252) 473-2127 or www.thelostcolony.org.

April 17

THE Studio Tour North. Artists living north of the Oregon Inlet Bridge will open their studio doors to the public showcasing the economic impact of the Professional Arts on the Outer Banks. (252) 473-5558 or www.darearts.org.

Under the Sea: A Black-Tie Affair, Wright Brothers Memorial Pavilion, Kill Devil Hills. Feast on sumptuous foods; hustle to win the bid for art work, vacation packages, memorabilia and other items in a silent auction; and dance the night away. (252) 473-2127 or www.thelostcolony.org

April 17 – 24

10th Annual Outer Banks Bike Rally, Vertigo Tattoo, Manns Harbor. 8 days of bike contests, the World Famous Wall of Death Stunt Show, live music, vendors, food, beer, bike builders, tattoos, the Burnout Pit and much more. $10 at the gate. Beer proceeds to benefit The Lost Colony, Food and Beverage sales to benefit the Manns Harbor Volunteer Fire Department. (252) 475-3541, www.outerbanksbikerally.net or vertigotatto.com.

April 18

Inaugural Flying Pirate Half Marathon. Outer Banks Sporting Events is pleased to announce the Inaugural Flying Pirate Half Marathon! Many of you have heard about the beauty of the first half of the Outer Banks Marathon course, and now you can run it! Registration: www.active.com or www.obxmarathon.org.

April 18 – 25

8th Annual Outer Banks Bike Week. Packed full with entertainment, great food, events and special attractions. Poker Run, bike show, live music, scenic rides, official night-time party sites. outerbanksbikeweek.com.

April 23

Kidsfest, Roanoke Island Outdoor Pavilion. 10:30 a.m. – noon. Join us for this free and fun-filled day. For more information visit darekids.org.

April 24

Duck and Wine Festival, Duck Waterfront Shops, Duck, NC. Registration is limited. Organized by Coastal Provisions. Cook-off event with 20 Competing Chefs and Restaurants from Dare, Currituck and Pasquotank Counties. Wine tasting and live music as well. Charitable beneficiaries include the Currituck-Dare Community Fund; the Friends of Jockey’s Ridge, the Corolla Wild Horse Fund and Currituck Kids. Tickets are $25 each and purchased in advance. www.coastalprovisions.net or www.coastival.org.

April 24 – 25

Dancing Moccasins, A Celebration of Native American Cultures, Past and Present. Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center. Individuals will have an opportunity to spend two days immersed in Native American culture. For more information call (252) 995-4440 or email admin@nativeamericanmuseum.org.

April 25

4th Sunday @ 4 p.m. David Holt & Josh Goforth. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. These popular artists return to RIFP. Admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park. (252) 475-1500.

May 2

The Virginia Symphony, First Flight High School. 2:30 p.m., Listen to the spectacular music of The Virginia Symphony, conducted by a nationally acclaimed conductor. Recognized as one of the nation’s leading regional symphony orchestras, this exceptional program will highlight classical music. www.outerbanksforum.org.

Manteo and the Outer Banks, Beautiful Any Time of Year

Lee Whitley — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:13:00 +0000

These beautiful shots were taken by Marshes Light resident Joan last week.

Marshes Light Marina & Nags Head Surfing!

The View from Marshes Light in Historic Downtown Manteo

Lee Whitley — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:19:00 +0000

IT’S BEEN AN INTERESTING YEAR.

In spite of the recession and sluggish real estate market, the Marshes Light community continues to grow, In 2009 we welcomed four new Marina Villa owners and four new homesite owners. We have three full-time residents in the Marina Villas; and there’s a rumor that there may be a single family home under construction in 2010. Architects from Raleigh, NC, are working on the Marina Villa plans for building 15. This building will be parallel to the marina basin and each villa will have incredible sound views facing east. Depending on permits, we hope to begin a pre-sale program soon and start construction shortly thereafter. Currently, there are four three-bedroom villas available for sale (one in the Azalea, three in the Bayberry; prices start at $446,250).

We’ve launched a new marketing program for the Marina and recently attended the Annapolis Boat Show. The weather was awful, but that didn’t deter the crowds. We will be attending a “Trawlerfest” in Fort Lauderdale in January and the Miami Boat Show in February to promote the Marina. As part of our promotion, we are giving away two weeks complimentary dockage, electricity charged separately. We plan to start construction of the Ship’s Store soon in order to be open for the Summer season.

If you would like more information about the Marina and available boat slips, please contact Lee Whitley or Ann Davis at 252-475-9863.

Feels like football

Lee Whitley — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 15:07:00 +0000

On the Outer Banks, you’ll find a plethora of Redskins and Panthers fans. Both teams are on today, Panthers game started at 1 p.m. against Philadelphia; Redskins at Giant Stadium later at 4:15.

Which explains why it is so quiet outside. A beautiful sunny day would usually find people and pets outside on the boardwalk or in a boat or kayak on the Sound.

So, while everyone else is inside rooting it up for the Panthers (who need a little encouragement right now), I took my camera and went outside.

In spite of rain along the Outer Banks, Manteo’s Art Show was great fun

Lee Whitley — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 06:21:00 +0000

It’s a delight each year to visit the New World Festival of the Arts in downtown Manteo, NC. Paintings, jewelry, sculpture of glass, wood and metal, and pottery to name a few of the treasures found along the waterfront.

One of my favorite is the work of Martha Johnson who creates images of mixed media, fabric, paper, stamps, tied together more often than not with quotes and other words to live by. I purchased two little framed pieces for a couple of friends. You can see Martha’s work at the Front Porch Cafe.

Manteo has changed a lot since I lived there in 1979. The downtown area has transformed into a walking, shopping and dining village along an active marina and next to Festival Park , the Outer Banks History Center and the replica of the Elizabeth II. Please make sure you visit Manteo on your next trip to the Outer Banks.

Happy 4th of July and other Great Things to Do in Manteo, NC

Lee Whitley — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:09:00 +0000

Manteo is jumping with lots of great family fun this July! Here’s the “short” list of activities. I’ve highlighted some special events!

History, Arts and Fun – All Rolled Into One! July 1 – 31, 2009 Enjoy daily programs aboard the Elizabeth II, in the Settlement Site and in the interactive Roanoke Adventure Museum. A docudrama, in The Film Theatre, entitled “The Legend of Two-Path.”

Visit the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum nearby features a working boathouse and the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse.

Summer Youth Sailing July 1-31 – Morning and afternoon sessions are available. Open to youth 8 and older. Basic and intermediate instruction taught. Students sail Optimist and 420 sail boats. http://www.outerbankssailingacademy.com/.

Adult Sailing Program July 1- 31 Roanoke Island Maritime Museum. The instructors are all American Sailing Association Certified.

Alex and the Kaleidoscope Band Summer Children’s Performance Series

July 1- July 3 at 10:30 a.m. Film Theatre“Very enjoyable. Upbeat, catchy tunes, excellent lyrics with great messages.” Winner, Best Song For Children from The Independent Music Awards. $5.00 adults; children 5 and under – free.

Alex and the Kaleidoscope Concert Pavilion Twilight Series July 1and 2 at 8 p.m.

Boardwalk Marsh Exploration July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Thursdays at 2:30 p.m. RIFP Visitors center. Enjoy a free guided walk around Roanoke Island Festival Park. NC Coastal Federation at

First Friday Celebration in Downtown Manteo July 3rd beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Stop by the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum and shop downtown merchants.

America Celebrates/July 4th Fireworks July 4 at 8 p.m. Outdoor Pavilion: Music performed by Western Carolina University’s College of Fine and Performing Arts as part of the Fourth of July celebration at the Roanoke Island Festival Park. The Town of Manteo will be providing the fireworks.

Dixie and Linda Browning Reception July 6-23.

Open Sail at Roanoke Island Maritime Museum July 7,14,21,28 6-7:30 p.m. This open sail is available to sailors that have completed our sailing programs, weather permitting.

Shallowbag Bay Sail About – July 7, 14, 21, 28 6-7:30 p.m. Roanoke Island Maritime Museum. Sail Shallowbag bay in a traditional style work vessel, weather permitting.

Ray McAllister Book Signing July 7 from 11:30-2:30 p.m. Museum Store. Hatteras Island: Keeper of the Outer Banks.

Kinobe Soul Beat Africa Summer Children’s Performance Series

July 7-10 10:30 a.m. Kinobe and “Soul Beat Africa,” take on Uganda’s ethnic sounds and fuse tradition with modern instrumentation. The price of admission is included in the general admission ticket.

Kinobe 1st US/ Canadian Tour Concert Pavilion Twilight Series

July 7, 8,9,10 at 8 p.m. – Outdoor Pavilion Adults, $5; Children 5 and under-free; Friends of Elizabeth II, free.

Anna Davis Creef Book Signing – July 8 and August 5 11:30- 2:30 p.m.
Museum Store. Sixteen Sandpipers: And Outer Banks Counting Book

Renaissance Kids Camp
July 13 – July 17; ages: 5 – 7. 9am – 3pm (after-care provided if necessary). Campers will explore music, the arts and games of the Renaissance world with members of the Guilde of St Andrew as we commemorate the 425th anniversary of the English Colony. Members $120/week and non-members $140/week.

425th Anniversary of the Roanoke Voyages

July 13, 6-8 p.m. Outdoor Pavilion- Opening Ceremony. Lots of great activities planned to commemorate this historic event!

Magic Show for Children Summer Children’s Performance Series

July 14-17 : 10:30 a.m. Film Theatre. The show features some of the most incredible magic and illusions performed by world renowned illusionists Clive Allen and Tracy! The price of admission is included in the general admission ticket to the park.

Elizabeth Wiegand Booksigning – July 15 from 11:30-2:30 p.m. Museum Store. The Outer Banks Cookbook: Recipes and Traditions from North Carolina’s Barrier Island.

Build a Boat in a Day – July 16 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Roanoke Island Maritime Museum: Build an 8 foot plywood boat. Teams will build a boat using the stitch and glue method. Cost: $275 Friends members /$300 non-members. Minimum age is 8 years old with adult.

Las Vegas on the Banks -Xtreme Magic Show Pavilion Twilight Series

July 17 at 8 p.m.Outdoor Pavilion- Adults, $5; Children 5 and under Free: Friends of Elizabeth II- Free. (2… Laura Long Concert – July 19 at 4 p.m. Film Theatre. The annual concert is performed by a member of the Lost Colony Choir.

Camp Smolken - July 20 – 24
9am – 3pm (after-care provided if necessary) Ages 8 and up Travel through the major moments of military history from the Hundred Years War to World War II with Roanoke Island Festival Park’s favorite mercenary soldier, Smolken. Members $120/week and non-members $140/week.

Jeremy Bliven Book Signing July 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Museum Store. Children’s books, The Search for Ti
ggie Pants and Captain Stumpy the Pirate Cat.

CelloMan Summer Children’s Performance Series

July 21-24 at 10:30 a.m. Film Theatre. A compelling and magical performance with music and masks—The price of admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park.

The Cello/Piano ProjectPavilion Twilight Series

July 23, 24 at 8 p.m. Outdoor Pavilion. Featuring Eugene Friesen and Tim Ray – Musical passion, sweeping melody and rocking rhythm mark one-of-a-kind evenings. Adults, $5; children 5 and under, free; Friends of Elizabeth II, free.

Simple Rigging – July 23 from 10 a.m. to noon Roanoke Island Maritime Museum. Learn basic rigging techniques, including whipping and splicing and three strand line. Students can bring dock lines to splice in this workshop Cost: $25 members / $50 non-members. Workshop limit is 10.

Annual One Design Regatta Optimist

Roanoke Island Maritime Museum, 420, Sunfish – adult and youth and Laser.

“Voices of the Earth and Sea” Concert

July 26 at 4 p.m. 4th Sunday at 4 p.m.

Composer/ Cellist, Eugene Friesen. Film Theatre. Admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park.

Rumgagger Pirate Show Summer Children’s Performance Series

July 28-31 at 10:30 a.m. July 28 at 7 p.m. at the Film Theatre ($5 adults; children 5 and under-free; Friends of Elizabeth II, free) Entertaining and educational for all ages!

Margaret Hoffman Booksigning July 28, 29 and 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Museum Store Blackbeard A Tale of Villainy and Murder in Colonial America and Dead in the Water.

Molasses Creek Pavilion Twilight Series

July 31 at 8 p.m. in Concert at Outdoor Pavilion. Based in Ocracoke,this high energy acoustic folk-fusion band delights their audiences with foot-stomping bluegrass, ballads, and a bit of wacky humor. For information on booking, ordering recordings or the touring calendar use the links to the side. $5.00 adults; children 5 and younger – free; Friends of Elizabeth II, free.

For more detail, check out http://www.roanokeisland.com/index.php?name=calendar#July or call 25… .