Outer Banks to Roanoke Island, Southern Shores to Marshes Light: exploring life on a barrier island. A guide to fun, family, home, real estate, restaurants, surf, sun and more.
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The Return
Saturday, January 21, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Relish the incredible sounds of The Return bringing you the best songs of The Beatles appearing live on the Outer Banks. Step back in time, listen to the music that has had a profound effect on the world’s musical scene, and be excited by these amazing young musicians.
www.thereturnonline.com.
Performance at First Flight High School Auditorium
100 Veterans Drive Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
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Dates are subject to change. Telephone area code is (252) unless otherwise specified.
Free Admission at the Aquarium on Roanoke Island with donation to “Santa Paws” program for our four-legged friends. Santa Paws needs donations of 7 lbs. of dog, puppy, cat or kitten food, rawhides, pillow cases, bleach, dog shampoo, blankets, paper towels and clumping kitty litter. All of these items will be placed under our Santa Paws Christmas Tree for delivery on December 23rd to the Outer Banks SPCA Animal Shelter in Manteo. The Aquarium is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information call 252-473-3494 or visit ncaquariums.com.
Bears that Care
December 1 – December 19
Outer Banks Bear Factory, MP 12.5, Across from Jockey’s Ridge. Bears that Care is a program that the Outer Banks Bear Factory has started to assist Hotline in their effort to help the children of Dare County have a good memory at Christmas. For every 16″ animal purchased the Outer Banks Bear Factory will donate an 8″ animal to Hotline for their Christmas Toy Drive. Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (252) 255-5222 or obxbear@charter.net.
50% off Storewide Sale – The Christmas Shop, Manteo
December 3 – 31. 50% off Storewide Holiday Sale! The best sale of the year! Plus 25% off all books at Manteo Booksellers. outerbankschristmas.com.
Art and Spirit: Sacred Works by Sixty Artists
December 3 – 22. Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com.
WinterLights
December 13-30. Elizabethan Gardens. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Holiday lights and music transforming The Elizabethan Gardens into an illuminated winter wonderland complete with peacocks, butterflies, deer and other garden creatures created with flowers, seeds, natural elements, as well as traditional holiday decorations. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse, Reception Hall and great Lawn. Garden plant sales will feature winter annuals; ornamental vegetables; forced bulbs; rosemary Christmas Trees; and conifers with bows. Tickets for Friends’ and Non-members: $9 for Adults; $7 for youth (ages 6-17); $4 for children (5 and under). elizabethangardens.org.
Dinner with Santa
December 16. Elizabethan Gardens. 6 – 9 pm prices are reduced. Celebrate the holidays with your child by dining with Santa in the magically decorated Embellished Hall at The Elizabethan Gardens. Bring your camera or purchase photos by professional photographer. Your ticket includes dinner, Santa and WinterLights. Dinner seating is at 6 pm, 7 pm, or 8 pm. Friends’ tickets: Was $35 now $25 for Adults; Was $20 now $12 for youth (ages 6-17); $6 for children (5 and younger). Non-members tickets: Was $40 now $27 for Adults; Was $22 now $14 for youth (ages 6-17); $8 for children (5 and younger). elizabethangardens.org.
Kids Craft Day
December 17 & 21. Elizabethan Gardens. 10 a.m. – Noon. Arts and crafts activity, healthy snacks, lunch, story time and a special stroll through The Gardens. Kids will enjoy seasonal and will delight in seeing floral creations of peacocks, butterflies and deer! Make sure they bring their coats! Space limited to 30 children. Friends’ $15; Non-members $20.elizabethangardens.org.
Annual Centerpiece Sale
December 15. Front Porch, Nags Head & Manteo. 7 – 10 a.m. The Dare County Master Gardeners Club will be hosting their annual Centerpiece Sale Stop by and purchase some festive, handmade, holiday greenery for your home or office.
108th Annual Celebration of the Wright Brothers First Flight
December 17. Wright Brothers National Memorial. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The daylong anniversary tribute will be held at the site of Wright’s first flight. Visitors to the site experience a replica of the Wright Brothers’ 1903 encampment and majestic, 60-foot tall granite monument perched atop a 90-foot hill that serves a striking and lasting reminder of the important historical achievement that happened on this site a century ago. outerbanks.org.
UNC Greensboro Amahl and the Night Visitors
December 18. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. The tender, heartwarming story of Amahl and the Night Visitors is one of the most popular of American operas. Tickets are $10 adults and $5 for those 12 and under. roanokeisland.com.
Let’s Eat!
December 21. NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. For ages 8-12. Spend a day learning what it takes to feed our sharks, sting rays, otters, and other residents. Campers will get to observe mealtime in action for some of the animals as they feast. Cost: $25 per camp. Closed toe shoes and a bag lunch required each day.
“Snakes, Gators, & Frogs, Oh My!”
December 29 NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. For ages 8-12. The Aquarium has so much more to see than just fish. See how many reptiles and amphibians live at the Aquarium and learn about their care and interesting behaviors. Cost: $25 per camp. Closed toe shoes and a bag lunch required each day.
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The Outer Banks Marathon and related events happened this past weekend, November 11-13. The weather was perfect, sunny with temperatures in the upper 60’s. This was the first time I have ever participated in a big race, and I’m happy to say that I finished the Half Marathon in a little over 2 hours and 20 minutes. The course was incredible providing views of the Sound, and winding along Nags Head Golf Links, over the bridge to Manteo. I drive to Manteo every day to my office at Marshes Light, but running part of that route gives me a whole new perspective.
There were 1,215 runners in the Marathon and 2,757 runners in the Half, and the oldest runner was 83 years old! In addition to the Marathon held Sunday, on Saturday there were the Outer Banks 8K starting at the First Flight High School track, the Buccaneer 5K and a Fun Run. It was a great family weekend with something for everyone.
Franco's & daughters at the Finish
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Marathon Fever!
Last day of Marathon Training was held this morning. We ran about 5 miles early this morning and witnessed a beautiful (almost) full moon setting over the Sound at Kitty Hawk Bay. Coaches Matt and Jay gave us a pep talk and reviewed what to expect and several things to avoid on race day (i.e., stick to your plan, avoid trying anything new – no new socks!).
We’ve been enjoying lots of sunshine and temperatures in the mid to high 60’s. Sunday – race day – is expected to be partly cloudy and temperatures in the mid 60’s.
On Sunday, traffic to Manteo from the beach will be diverted over the bridge to Manns Harbor and back to Manteo via the old Manns Harbor bridge.
For important Marathon information, click here: www.obxmarathon.org/Top_Nav/Outer_Banks_Marathon/need2knowinfo.htm.
To view the course map, click here: http://www.obxmarathon.org/Top_Nav/Outer_Banks_Marathon/fpraces_courseinfo.htm.
Wish me luck! This is my first ever Half Marathon!
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It was a warm and rather cloudy morning, a little breezy and good conditions for an easy 3 mile run around the neighborhood with my friend Amanda. We headed towards the ocean and saw a patch of blue sky (Carolina Blue, that is) and then followed the road in the opposite direction. There it was, a beautiful crystal clear rainbow.
Lots of people around the Outer Banks also saw it and captured it on film, this photo looks like Colington in Kill Devil Hills.
The weather steadily deteriorated and we’ve been experiencing a coastal storm with spitting rain and northeast winds of about 25 mph.
If you’re thinking of visiting this weekend, here’s what to expect from the weather:
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Mostly cloudy. Rain likely this evening. A slight chance of rain after midnight. Very windy with lows in the lower 50s. Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph and gusty. Chance of rain 70 percent. |
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Partly cloudy and very windy. Highs around 60. Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with higher gusts. |
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Mostly cloudy and windy. Lows in the lower 50s. Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph. |
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Partly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 60s. Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph. |
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Mostly cloudy in the evening…then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph. |
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Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 60s. |
Looking forward, especially to the Outer Banks Marathon weekend on November 12-13, the Farmer’s Almanac predicts sunny & cool. The next full moon will be on November 10. I’m thinking of a walk on the beach when the wind calms down – a great time to find shells, beach glass and other treasures, followed by home-made chili or oyster stew! So come on down and discover why so many people love Fall on the Outer Banks!
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There were over 850 cyclists registered for the 2011 Cycle North Carolina “Mountains to Coast” October 1 to October 8; and they arrived in Manteo yesterday afternoon. It was a beautiful, sunny day for their ride from Plymouth, 80 miles inland.
Photo by Wayne Whitley
Working with Cycle NC event organizers, the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, College of the Albemarle, Town of Manteo, and the Marshes Light community, we gave them a warm and exciting welcome. Shuttle service provided transportation to area hotels and restaurants. A good number of cyclists camped on COA property and walked over to Manteo on the sound-side boardwalk, a short walk to First Friday with live music, food, wine, and other festivities.
They leave Manteo on Saturday and ride to Corolla, 61 miles, along the Beach Road for the last leg of the trip.
For more information about Cycle North Carolina and future rides, click here.
Directions to downtown
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The Outer Banks has been a mecca for physical activity ever since the surfboard was first introduced to the natives. Over the years, due to the demand in current trends of recreation, tennis courts, golf courses, health clubs and bike paths have added to the Outer Banks environment.
With a mild Fall and Spring season and a beautiful coastal setting, the Outer Banks is the perfect destination to host a variety of events and competitions. Coming up this Fall (with links for more information) are:
Photo by Rev. Jay Bowman
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Sunday, August 7th, 2011, marked the tenth anniversary of the Sandbar 5K run in Kitty Hawk. This event benefitted the Outer Banks Relief Foundation, whose focus is to help local people in need. I spoke with Millie Ward, Vice President and Founding Member of the Relief Foundation recently, who said that this event has grown from a 40 person foot race with the finish line being drawn in the sand to a sanctioned run with official timing and over 550 registered runners this year. “This year’s race was our biggest ever, up 100 from last year,” said Millie.
Team Outer Banks Boot Camp
Taking place on the beach at Kitty Hawk, 502 men, women and children participated in the race which was a simple, direct route, out and back 3.1 miles. The race occurred at low tide, and the beach was wide and the sand was packed, perfect conditions.
Sky diving parachutists and the national anthem started the festivities. It was quite a sight! Runners from Texas, Washington (state), New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Ontario, Canada, participated. There was a strong local showing too, with members of the Outer Banks Boot Camps dominating in their red and gold shirts.
You can see the race results here.
Slow & steady finishes the race
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I first met Mayo in the fall of 1980 – he was with my father-in-law, H. Wayne Whitley, Jr., of Rocky Mount, on the Outer Banks duck hunting. Several years later, Mayo and his company, Boddie-Noell Enterprises, purchased the company I work for Kitty Hawk Land Company (the original developers of Southern Shores). That’s been over 25 years ago.
Mayo is also one of our property owners at Marshes Light. He and his wife, Jean, enjoy their condo here and you can often seem they scooting around town in their little yellow electric car with Maggie, their yellow lab, in the back.
Mayo’s strong sense of stewardship and preservation are evident in everything he does, from Rose Hill to Hardee’s and real estate developments including The Currituck Club, Marshes Light, Viniterra and Arlington Place. Please watch this recent episode of “Tarheel Traveler” from WRAL in Raleigh: Tarheel Traveler. (sorry about the ad, it’s not long.)
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In 1976, I followed a friend to the Outer Banks for the weekend and never left. Well, I did go back to suburban Maryland to get my things and say goodbye to family and friends.
Back then, the Bypass was a two-lane road and they “rolled the sidewalks up after Labor Day.” If you wanted some decent vegetables or fixings for a salad, you pretty much had to grow your own or drive up to Elizabeth City or Virginia and shop in one of the big grocery stores
I lived in a rooming house, Ye Old Cherokee Inn, on the Beach Road in Kill Devil Hills, sharing a room with my friend and the bathroom with quite a few others. It was a big old house with pine bead board on the floors, walls and ceilings. Best of all, it was right across the street from the beach. Alas, it had no heat and when cold weather set in, I was forced to find something else.
When I could afford it, I went to the Galleon Esplanade to shop and bought my bathing suits at Whalebone Surf Shop at Whalebone Junction. Fine dining was at A Restaurant By George and the buffet at the SeaFare couldn’t be beat. For margaritas and fresh southwestern fare, we went to Papagallo’s, and listened to live music at the Soundside, Nepenthe, and the Atlantis. Basic health care was covered locally, but for anything major, we headed to Elizabeth City (where my sons were born) or Tidewater Virginia.
The Outer Banks has changed a lot in the past 30+ years. We’ve got premium grocery stores, great shopping venues, superb restaurants, and excellent medical care, including the Outer Banks Hospital in Nags Head. A couple of things still remain the same for me – the beach and ocean, the mild climate, and the small town feel that pervades during the off season and spills over into the summer – the friendly people who make the Outer Banks their home.
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They say, “No Pain, No Gain.” After a certain age, though, pain caused by an injury can be a serious setback. I have observed over the past year a couple of friends suffer injuries during the course of their workouts. Just yesterday, a guy in my husband’s bike group had a serious accident and ended up in the hospital with broken ribs, broken clavicle, punctured lung and serious road rash.
Being new to running, I am mindful of my ability and surroundings. I really don’t want to lose a year or so of the progress I’ve made (from regular kickboxing classes) recuperating from a fall or accident. So, I go slow and steady.
Today’s boot camp was all about running. We ran to the pier on the beach and back on the pavement. I’m told it was a little over 5 miles. Unfortunately I wore shoes that are meant for the water (they have little holes in the soles to allow the water to drain out). But I ended up running with shoes full of sand, rubbing a big blister on my instep in the process. There’s no comparison to the injuries that others have suffered, but, still, a simple blister was a huge drain on my focus and ability.
Our instructor, Matt Costa, demonstrated the best way to run. He said “breathe in through your mouth, out through your nose, swing your arms and stretch your legs.” He said to land heel first and roll forward to your toes, eyes on the horizon. I try to visualize and focus on his words as I run, steady and slow.
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I woke up to a light drizzle this morning; it was pitch black. No lightning or thunder means Boot Camp is still on. It’s 5:30 a.m., and about 40 of us are in Knuckle-Up’s parking lot, stretching, joking, and wondering what’s in store for us this morning. Cindy and Brenda are celebrating their 50th birthdays and Rev. Jay (our drill instructor) wishes them well and tells us that 50 is only a number, but it will have special meaning today.
So, we ran to the beach, then ran up one way and down the next. After that, we did 50 push-ups, then ran back up the beach and did 50 sit-ups. Thank you birthday girls – why couldn’t you be celebrating your 20th birthdays?
While this was going on, an obstacle course was being set up with rebar and tape – like a bunch of hurdles a horse would jump over. Our task was to partner with someone and crawl under the hurdles (they were about 18 inches off the ground), then run back through the surf, get back in line to hop over the hurdles, then run back through the surf again, to alternately crawl under and shoulder-roll over the hurdles. My partner, Joy, is a veteran Boot Camper, Squad Leader, and far surpasses my physical abilities. She was game to hang with me even though I didn’t attempt a single shoulder-roll (it’s like a somersault only more explosive and I envisioned ending up with my head in the sand and my butt in the air, legs flapping like a fish out of water.)
After running up and down the beach a few times, we lined up at the water’s edge linking arms, hands clasped in front. The surf was rolling in around our feet.
Surfside sit-ups
Birthday Girl Cindy was to my left, cute 20-something blonde (definitely not a beginner) was to my right. I worried that I would go under and drag them down with me. We sat down for sit-ups (don’t those two cancel each other out?) and I manage one fairly well. Then the second sit-up came in unannounced with an unwelcome house guest – a good sized wave – and I was thoroughly soaked, losing my grip, and totally shaken. I was ready to bolt, but Cindy, wise, Birthday Girl Cindy, said “together we’re strong.” And we linked arms again and braved another sit-up in the surf.
Thank you, wise Birthday Girl Cindy, for not letting me wash away to sea! Today’s bottom line: I am reminded (and humbled by) the incredible encouragement, friendship and remarkable strength of my fellow boot campers. Thank you Jay, Dee, Joan, Cindy, Lorena, Joy, Diane, Beth, Beverly, Margaret, Victoria, Elaine, Pam, Chrissy, Christine, Michelle, Jason, Tammy, Brenda, Shannon, Nora, Laura, Billy, Matt and Every One for making this a truly, profound experience!
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My intention was to blog about Boot Camp from week to week with witty comments and inspiring tales of physical ability and dedication. The truth is I have found myself immersed in something that is shaking out the cobwebs and rattling mindsets I’ve grown accustomed to for the past 30 years.
In my 20’s, I left suburban DC where I grew up and ended up sight unseen on the Outer Banks. Having settled down with a family, kids and a steady job, I haven’t really done anything mind-blowing (for me) since. I stress for me as I do not want to diminish being a wife, having children and being a care-giver to first my mother, then my brother as they battled cancer as anything but mind-blowing, but this Boot Camp thing is mine, I own it – it’s not for anyone else.
The top three benefits that have impacted me are:
And the best part of it all is the setting – the reason I fell in love with the Outer Banks so many years ago.
Sunrise in Kitty Hawk
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We’re in the process of outfitting our beloved Coors Cottage to be our new guest accommodations for Marshes Light. Previously, our guests enjoyed staying at the Marina Villas, in a three bedroom condominium. As a matter of fact, the last guests who stayed there, fell in love and immediately purchased it – hence the move.
Check out these adorable dishes that Mrs. C found in Hilton Head. They’ll work well with the white dishes and mugs I found at a local store.
The Coors Cottage will bring a new dimension to a visit at Marshes Light. A 2009 Parade of Homes winner, the Coors Cottage blends historical detail and craftsmanship of the past with an upscale, gourmet kitchen and an open and inviting floor plan.
How about a soak in the tub after a full day?
Located on stately Fernando Street, the Coors Cottage is just a short walk to downtown Manteo and quaint shops, restaurants, and Festival Park.
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I use a couple of search engines and apps to find information to share with you in this blog including WhosTalking.com and several Google alerts (Outer_Banks, Roanoke_Island, Manteo) that send posts with those names mentioned to my In Box.
Which led me to an article in BClocalnews.com. Written by Jennifer Schell for the Kelowna Capital News, the article lists her “Favourite Things to Share this Holiday Season,” and in which I discovered the other Manteo, a resort in Canada. Kelowna is located in the middle of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley and lays approximately midway between Vancouver and Calgary. Pretty far from Outer Bank’s Manteo. 
Let’s see what Kelownan’s want under their Christmas tree:
It’s all about food and wine! Here’s a link to the full article: http://www.bclocalnews.com/lifestyles/112039504.html.
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There’s always movement on the Outer Banks. Foremost are the ocean and its surf. Each day brings new tides, big, ride-able waves, or small little ankle-slappers. Then there’s the wind, recently blowing in from the northeast, causing ocean over-wash in some areas and high seas.
And this past weekend, it was the Outer Banks Marathon. Sunny skies blessed the weekend’s events, which included an 8K, 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, and the Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday. With over 7,000 registered runners from all over the world this November, the marathon celebrated its fifth year. The two day event provides a positive economic boost to our local economy in the late fall, (see www.obsentinel.womacknewspapers.com/articles/2010/11/10).
The full marathon runners started in Kitty Hawk on the scenic Woods Road (near the Wright Memorial Bridge); and the half marathon runners started on the ByPass in Nags Head, near Milepost 11. The course takes runners through scenic Nags Head Woods and across the 35 foot tall Washington Baum Bridge to Roanoke Island, through Marshes Light and culminating in downtown Manteo.
As a first time volunteer at the Marathon, I passed out medals and congratulations at the Finish Line. It was incredibly exciting to be a small part of the event and I was humbly dumb-struck at the energy and fortitude of the participants coming across the Finish Line. They were from all over the world, all shapes and sizes, young and old, some very fit, some not so fit. Completing the course is truly admirable!
The Outer Banks provides the perfect venue for running with plenty of opportunities to participate; check out http://outerbanksrunningclub.org for more information and calendar of events. Maybe there’s a Fun Run or 5K in my future!
P.S. For race results visit http://www.obxmarathon.com/Left_Nav/results_and_bibs.htm.
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October 23
The Colony Lost & Found 5k and Fun Run 8 a.m. Fun Run begins at 9:00 a.m. The course will take you through the grounds of The Lost Colony, Fort Raleigh and the woods of Roanoke Island, returning on the bike path and back to The Lost Colony parking lot. For more information and to register please go to: outerbanksrunningclub.org. 100% of event proceeds will go to Food For Thought and The Lost Colony.
October 23
7:30 p.m. Red Clay Ramblers. The Tony® Award-winning Red Clay Ramblers, a North Carolina string band whose repertoire encompasses old-time mountain music, bluegrass country, rock, and the American musical. Performances at First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills. For more information call 252-255-2274. Saturday evening tickets will be available at the door: $25 per adult; $12 per student.
October 24
The Conner Miller Duo. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. The duo performs traditional renditions of Old-Time, Brother Duets, bluegrass, acoustic and American Roots, as well as original songs. Admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park. (252) 475-1500. roanokeisland.com.
October 28
Trick or Treat Under the Sea. NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Ghosts and strange aquatic creatures will greet children as they enjoy this “spooktacular” event. Crazy costume contests, creepy crafts, spine-tingling scream contests and yummy munchies are just a few of the things to howl about. Tickets are limited. All children must be accompanied by an adult. (800) 832-3474, (252) 473-3494 or ncaquariums.com.
October 28 – 30
The Haunted House at The Lost Colony: QUARANTINE ISLAND. Blood curdling scares from 7:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Box Office opens at 6:00 p.m. Youth under 14 must be accompanied by an adult; not recommended for those under 10. Tickets are $10 per person; $8 per person if purchased before Oct. 28; no refunds. Rain or shine at Waterside Theatre, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Manteo, NC. Proceeds benefit the Roanoke Island Historical Association and Dare Coalition Against Substance Abuse. For advance tickets or information call 252-473-2127 x223 or visit thelostcolony.org.
October 29 – 31, November 5 – 7
Theatre of Dare presents “Sylvia”. Directed by Don Bridge. This show is a “howlingly funny” modern romantic comedy about marriage… and a talking dog. Shows are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:00pm, at the COA Roanoke Island Campus. Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 at the door, and $8 for students with valid school/college identification. For more information, visit theatreofdare.org or call 252-261-4064.
October 29 – 31
Marshes Light Marina 1st Annual King Mackerel Tournament. Guaranteed first place prize of $10,000. Proceeds benefit Outer Banks Relief Foundation and the Town of Manteo Fisherman’s Landing Project. For more information, please call 252-305-4737 or visit marsheslightmarina.com.
October 30
Halloween Parade and Party. Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23186 Myrna Peters Dr., Rodanthe. 2 to 3:30 p.m. A Halloween parade and party marks the spooky season on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Parade starts at North Beach Campground in Rodanthe and processes along N.C. 12 to the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building. Call (252) 987-1303 for information. Visit rwscivic.org. The event is sponsored by the villages’ civic association.
October 30
RIFP Performance Series A& T Presents Dancing & Drumming of Africa & the Caribbean. 2 and 7 p.m. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Dance to the Beat of Africa and the Caribbean: The E. Gwynn Dancers of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will transport you to the exciting world of African and Caribbean dance. The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com.
November 3 – 6
53rd Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament. Cape Hatteras Anglers Club, Buxton. Registration – Wednesday, November 3, Team Fishing – Thursday, November 4, Team Fishing – Friday, November 5, Bob Bernard Individual Tournament Saturday, November 6, Tackle Show – Thursday, November 4. capehatterasanglersclub.org.
November 5
First Friday. Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented street festival. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, period-dressed actors, a rock climbing wall and much more. firstfriday-roanokeisland.com.
November 6
RIFP Performance Series A&T presents a Musical program. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Musical Moods and Melodies: Join the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Music Programs exciting Jazz Ensemble under the direction of renowned trumpeter Mondre Moffett. The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com.
November 8
4th Annual Paul Shaver Memorial Charity Golf Tournament. Sea Scape Golf Links. Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. Shotgun start at noon. Tournament Proceeds will be donated to The Outer Banks Relief Foundation. Entry fee is $100 per person or $400 per team. Fees include: cart and green fees, t-shirt, box lunch and refreshments. Post tournament dinner and raffle follow at The Black Pelican. Dinner Tickets are also available for $20 per person. For more information, contact Michelle Robertson at 252-261-3171. Tournament entry forms are available at The Black Pelican and Sea Scape Golf Links.
November 9 – 14
Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival. Offering over 85 programs in themes ranging from paddling and wildlife photography to birding, natural history and more! (252) 216-9464 or wingsoverwater.org.
November 12
Lecture with Duane River and Charles S. Manooch. Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 7 – 9 p.m. Charles Manooch, author of Fisherman’s Guide: Fishes of the Southeastern United States, and Duane Raver, the book’s illustrator, will discuss their book project and share anecdotes. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com.
November 13
Outer Banks 8K. Kill Devil Hills, near the First Flight Schools Campus. An out-and-back course which will start in Kill Devil Hills, continue through Nags Head Woods Maritime Forest and finish at the First Flight High School track. obxmarathon.org.
November 13
Outer Banks Fun Run. 10 a.m. A family friendly event where kids and adults can run and walk for the fun of it! Walker-friendly and strollers allowed. obxmarathon.org.
November 13
Outer Banks Jewelry Expo 2010. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Local and regional jewelry designers will gather at Roanoke Island Festival Park Saturday, November 13th for the 2nd annual Outer Banks Jewelry Expo. (252) 475-1500, roanokeisland.com.
November 14
Outer Banks Marathon and Half Marathon. The marathon starts in Kitty Hawk, the half marathon starts at Jockeys Ridge and both cross the beautiful Washington-Baum Bridge and finish on Roanoke Island. obxmarathon.org.
November 19, 20
13th Annual Manteo Rotary Rockfish Rodeo. Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. A fishing tournament sponsored by the Manteo Rotary. (252) 473-6644 or rockfishrodeo.com.
November 20
RIFP Performance Series UNC Chapel Hill presents Opera. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. UNC Chapel Hill, with Director Terry Ellen Rhodes, will present a program entitled “Scenes from Verdi Operas.” The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com.
November 20
7:30 p.m. Greg Gelb Jazz Quartet – Savor the sizzling sounds of this widely popular quartet which encompasses great jazz and swing standards, bebop, early jazz, post bop and originals lead by Gregg Gelb, recipient of the 1997 Jazz Fellowship Award from the NC Arts Council. Performances at First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills. For more information call 252-255-2274. Saturday evening tickets will be available at the door: $25 per adult; $12 per student.
November 25
15th Annual Advice 5K Turkey Trot. Duck. A great warm up for your Thanksgiving Feast! Starting on Scarborough Lane in Duck with a finish line full of post race festivities! Runners and walkers of all abilities and ages are welcome. active.com.
November 26 – 27
Hangin’ with Santa & Kites with Lights. Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. Children can have their free photo taken with Santa in a demonstration Hang Glider on Friday and Saturday. November 27, watch the night sky magically transform as skilled flyers maneuver their lit stunt kites to the sounds of your favorite holiday songs atop Jockey’s Ridge State Park. (877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124 or kittyhawkkites.com.
November 26 – 27
Hatteras Island Arts and Craft Guild Holiday Show. Cape Hatteras Secondary School, Buxton. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Free admission, food and a scholarship raffle. Local artists. (252) 441-1850.
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The weather on the first day of the show was a replay of last year’s weather: lots of wind and rain. The weather cleared up on Friday and sunny skies ruled for the rest of the weekend.
Midshipmen, as the students from the U.S. Naval Academy are known, were seen on the streets in full uniform. Smart and tailored, the midshipmen were no doubt enjoying their victory over the SMU Mustangs in football on Saturday in non-conference action at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
Oysters Rockefeller, oysters casino, crab balls, duck pot-stickers and pit-cooked beef and turkey were some of the culinary treats we enjoyed at the show and nearby eateries. Walk-ability is of utmost importance, and we found a diverse choice of restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, bookstores and more all close by to our hotel. I discovered a yummy new wine, Main Street Chardonnay from Santa Barbara.
Big and small boats were on display, as well as all sorts of booths selling boat parts, supplies, repair services, equipment, furniture, t-shirts, sunglasses and marinas and marina communities. We were there promoting the Marshes Light Community and Marina and we spoke to a lot of people who told us how much they love visiting Manteo either by boat or car. Manteo has the walk-ability thing going on, too, which will only improve as the retail shops and the Inn in Marshes Light are developed.
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October 2
Manteo Farmer’s Market
George Washington Creef Park on the Manteo Waterfront. Saturdays from 8 am – 12 pm. Rain or Shine. Where all the cool cows buy their flowers, herbs and pies! For more information visit townofmanteo.com
October 1
First Friday
Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented street festival. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, period-dressed actors, a rock climbing wall and much more. firstfriday-roanokeisland.com
October 2, 2010
Ben ². Recent Paintings by Ben Morris and Ben Miller. Dare County Arts Council. In the old Courthouse downtown Manteo. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Opening, food by the Food Dudes.
October 1
The Comedy Club of the Outer Banks
Kill Devil Hills “The Ramada Plaza Hotel” Friday 9:00 p.m. Kevin Downy Jr. and Matt Bergman
Please visit us online at comedyclubobx.com or call our info line at 252-207-9950.
October 1 – 3
Outer Banks Bike Fest™ – Fall Motorcycle Rally
harleybay.com
October 2
5th Annual NHES Pumpkin Fair
10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Choose from hundreds of pumpkins, all of them grown in eastern North Carolina, including pie pumpkins, Cinderella pumpkins, small, medium and gigantic pumpkins, white pumpkins and more. Other fall decorating items for sale will include mums, corn stalks, gourds and straw bales.
Proceeds will go directly to the Nags Head Elementary School PTA. For more information contact Nags Head Elementary School at 480-8880.
October 2
2nd Annual Chicahauk Surf Contest. Southern Shores Chicahauk Beach Access. 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Registration starts at promptly at 8 a.m. Proceeds benefit Isabella Rainey.
October 2- 3
21st Annual Artrageous Art Extravaganza
Dare County Family Recreational Park, Kill Devil Hills. Features artist live demonstrations, kid’s hands-on activity booths, professional artist show and sell, artist quick draws, music, children’s auction, delicious food and fun for the whole family. The following evening is Dare County Arts council’s premiere fundraising event, the Artrageous Art Auction. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org.
October 2 – 3
24th Annual Outer Banks Stunt Kite Competition
Wright Brothers Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. Throughout the weekend, non-competitors can enjoy workshops, demonstrations and kite making for kids. The highlights of this event include graceful kite ballet competitions set to music and team flying that blends both kite control and speed. (877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124 or kittyhawkkites.com.
October 2 – 30
Flat Tops: A New Perspective
Glen Eure’s Ghost Fleet Gallery, Nags Head. Photographs by Manteo High School Students. 252-441-6584.
October 3 – November 29
Duane Raver: Wildlife illustrator, Jeff Lewis: Flora and Fauna Photography
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon-Fri) 10 a.m. 4 p.m. (Sat). A reception will be held on October 3 from 2-4 p.m. It is free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com.
October 7 – 10
Outer Banks Home Builders Association’s 18th Annual Parade of Homes
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. A select offering of new homes covering the coastal Outer Banks. Tickets $10. Good all four days. (252) 449-8232 or obhomebuilders.org.
October 8 – 9
REAL Fall Swap Meet
Kite, Surf, Standup. Buy, Sell, Trade. At the REAL Swap Meet you will find TONS of new and used gear, have the ability to sell your own used gear to other interested buyers, plus find the deals of the century on all the new gear in the REAL Flagship Store. 10am to 4pm daily at REAL Watersports in the Village of Waves. (252)987-6000 or REALwatersports.com.
October 10
Fourth Annual Duck Jazz Festival
Duck Town Stage. 11 a.m. to dusk. Joyce Cooling, a San Francisco-based Jazz guitarist and vocalist, will headline the fourth-annual Duck Jazz Festival on Sunday in Duck, NC. Best-known for her eclectic style and colorful body-moving sound, Cooling is funky, soulful, and always original, and is recognized as one of the most dynamic and popular contemporary jazz guitarists in the world. Plan to join us for this popular event! Free. (252) 255-1286 or townofduck.com.
October 16-17
8th Annual Outer Banks International Wine Festival
Native Vine 9138 Caratoke Hwy, Point Harbor, NC. 12 noon until 5 p.m. 50+ Wines & beer, great food & Live music with two bands each day! Local artists & gift vendors. Tickets $25 in advance/$30 day of the event. (VIP upgrade available, call for details). Proceeds benefit the Currituck Animal Shelter.
October 23
Red Clay Ramblers
7:30 p.m. Come be captivated by the Tony® Award-winning Red Clay Ramblers, a North Carolina string band whose repertoire encompasses old-time mountain music, bluegrass country, rock, and the American musical. Founded in 1972, accomplishments include original NYC theatrical productions, movie scores, premiering a symphony and a ballet, national TV appearances and touring the globe.
October 24
The Conner Miller Duo
Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. The Conner Miller Duo combines the playing and singing talents of Mike Conner and John Miller. The Conner Miller Duo introduces a fresh sense of “acoustic Americana” to their listeners. Admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park. (252) 475-1500.
October 28
Trick or Treat Under the Sea
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Ghosts and strange aquatic creatures will greet children as they enjoy this “spooktacular” event. Hosting the event is Count Sharkula who always scares up lots of ghoulish fun. Crazy costume contests, creepy crafts, spine-tingling scream contests and yummy munchies are just a few of the things to howl about. Ticket sales begin October 1st and will be sold at the Aquarium. Admission. All children must be accompanied by an adult. (800) 832-3474, (252) 473-3494 or ncaquariums.com.
October 28 – 30
The Haunted House at The Lost Colony: QUARANTINE ISLAND
Come find out what’s been causing the dead to rise and the local population to mutate! Youth under 14 must be accompanied by an adult; not recommended for those under 10. Blood curdling scares from 7:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Box Office opens at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person ($8 per person if purchased before Oct. 28). Rain or shine at Waterside Theatre, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Manteo, NC. Proceeds benefit the Roanoke Island Historical Association and Dare Coalition Against Substance Abuse. 252-473-2127 x223 or visit thelostcolony.org.
October 29 – 31
Theatre of Dare presents “Sylvia”
Directed by Don Bridge. When Greg brings home a dog he found in the park, bearing only the name “Sylvia” on her name tag, she is a major bone of contention between husband and wife, becoming a rival for affection to his wife, Kate. 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:00pm, at the COA Roanoke Island Campus (formerly Manteo Middle School). Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 at the door, and $8 for students. For more information, visit theatreofdare.org or call 252-261-4064.
October 29 – 31
Marshes Light Marina 1st Annual King Mackerel Tournament
King Mackerel Tournament with guaranteed first place prize of $10,000. Proceeds benefit Outer Banks Relief Foundation and the Town of Manteo Fisherman’s Landing Project. For more information, please call 252-305-4737 or visit www.marsheslightmarina.com.
October 30
Halloween Parade and Party
Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23186 Myrna Peters Dr., Rodanthe. 2 to 3:30 p.m. Children are invited to wear costumes for the parade which starts at North Beach Campground in Rodanthe and processes along N.C. 12 to the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building. Halloween races, pin the nose on the pumpkin, and break piñatas. A costume fashion show kicks off the fun. Call (252) 987-1303 for information. Visit rwscivic.org. The event is sponsored by the villages’ civic association.
October 30
RIFP Performance Series A&T Presents Dancing & Drumming of Africa & the Caribbean
2 and 7 p.m. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Dance to the Beat of Africa and the Caribbean: The E. Gwynn Dancers of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will transport you to the exciting world of African and Caribbean dance: energetic and skilled performers dance with authority, and the driving rhythms of the drums, vibrant costumes and emotional performances allow audiences to truly connect with another culture. The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com.
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September 3
First Friday, Downtown Manteo Waterfront on Roanoke Island, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented street festival. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, period-dressed actors, a rock climbing wall, etc… firstfriday-roanokeisland.com. Join us at the Marshes Light Model Home at 326 Fernando Street for a special Labor Day weekend First Friday kick-off party 4:30 until 6:30. www.marsheslight.com.
September 1 – 5
The Comedy Club, The Ramada Plaza Hotel, Kill Devil Hills (MP 9.5 on the Beach Road). Mondays – Fridays 9:00 pm. Reservations are strongly recommended. Please visit us online at comedyclubobx.com or call our info line at 252-207-9950.
September 1 and 8
Kid’s Day, Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head & Rodanthe. FREE Kid’s Day events from 10am – 2pm in Nags Head (MP 12.5) and from 4pm – 7pm in Rodanthe (MP 40). Email events@kittyhawk.com or visit www.kittyhawk.com.
September 3 – 29
Ben2, Dare County Arts Council Gallery, downtown Manteo, Recent Paintings by local artists Ben Morris and Ben Miller. darearts.org.
September 4
Demo Daze & Party Nights, REAL Flagship Store, Waves. Kiteboards and more with food from Mojos Sunset Café. (866)REAL-548, (252)987-6000 or REALwatersports.com
September 4, 11, 18 & 25
Manteo Farmers Market, downtown waterfront near Maritime Museum, 8 am until 12 noon.
September 5 – 27
Of Nature, Of Corsa, Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Monday – Friday) and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Saturday). Watercolor collages by E.M. Corsa. Free. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com.
September 7 – 10
Motorcycle Cannonball. See antique motorcycles from 1916 or earlier start their 16 day race in Kitty H
awk, NC with the ultimate destination of Santa Monica, CA. Host hotel: Hilton Garden Inn/Outer Banks. Visit www.motorcyclecannonball.com for the event schedule and latest details on the race.
September 16 – 19
Outer Banks Pirate Festival, Authentic Pirates will be here pillaging local restaurants (Kellys, Pamlico Jacks, Mako Mikes, Big Al’s, Jolly Roger, Outer Banks Brewing Station, and more) as well as Kitty Hawk Kites stores! For more information email events@kittyhawk.com or visit kittyhawk.com
September 18
Day at the Docks – A Celebration of Hatteras Island Watermen. Hatteras Village. 10 am to 5 pm. The commercial and charter fishing fleets will display their boats, skills, products and gear. Maritime-inspired games for children and fresh, local seafood will be featured in a chowder cook-off and cooking demos. Traditional wooden boats will be on site. Music. Blessing of the Fleet begins at 5:30 p.m. dayatthedocks.org.
September 18
– 19
Outer Banks Triathlon, Roanoke Island. The OBX Triathlon features three events- Half Distance, Olympic Distance and Sprint Distance-over two days. obxmarathon.com/Top_Nav/outerbankstriathlon.htm.
September 19 – September 25
2010 The Easterns® — Grand Finals Surf Contest. Hatteras. Contest Headquarters: Natural Art Surf Shop, Buxton. surfesa.org/content/category/6/30/37/
September 25
Richmond Ballet. Presented by the Outer Banks Forum at First Flight High School. 7 p.m. Performance repertoire includes works of enduring value – the classic ballets of the past, significant works of our time, and new works that reflect a variety of modern influences. Critics hail it “a jewel among U.S. dance companies… highly recommended.”
September 26
Lyric Brass Quintet, Roanoke Island Festival Park Indoor Theater, 4 p.m. Admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park. (252) 475-1500. roanokeisland.com.
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The Richmond Boat Show is recognized as one of the best boat shows in Central Virginia. Covering nearly 160,000 square feet in seven buildings, with all type of boats and boating equipment on display. Additional exhibits include boat lifts, floating docks, marine electronics, water sports and safety equipment. Experts will be on hand to give information and answer questions about marinas, financing, insurance, boat maintenance and repair and boating safety.
Richmond Raceway Complex600 E. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA
Adults: $7. Ages 6-16: 2. Under 5: Free.
There’s a whole lotta activity along the outer banks right now!
Major earth moving is going on a 10 acre site between the highways in Nags Head, rumor has it that a retail shopping village with a new Food Lion grocery store is coming.
Dare County’s new Community Center on Roanoke Island is designed to benefit property owners and will feature a state-of-the-art fitness center, kitchen and theater.
College of the Albemarle’s new building has started construction on their campus adjacent to Marshes Light. This new building will house their arts and crafts curriculum, small boat building and other non-academic courses.
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