Now that the Outer Banks weather is finally improving, it’s time to get outside and enjoy the scenery. It would be hard to find a prettier place to enjoy the outdoors than Roanoke Island and Manteo. Nancy Proctor at Outer Banks CommonGood does a great job of outlining what to expect on a special tour… Continue reading see the best of roanoke island on may 10th!
Category: do stuff
events for everyone at wright brothers national memorial
Launch your vacation by attending a ranger program at the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills! Listen to the story of the Wright Brothers while viewing a replica of the 1903 Wright Flyer, test yourself to see if you are faster than an airplane, or discover the exact spot the Wright brothers took off… Continue reading events for everyone at wright brothers national memorial
theatre of dare wraps up 23rd season
The Theatre of Dare is community theatre at its best. Productions include preteens, high school students and seasoned actors–and somehow it all works, and works well. Rob Morris writing in the Outer Banks Voice calls attention to the last production of the theatre groups 23rd year. “The Theatre of Dare will close its 23rd season… Continue reading theatre of dare wraps up 23rd season
exciting interactive activities at jennette’s pier
Extending 1000 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, Jennette’s Pier is the perfect place to learn about the history and environment of the Outer Banks. With their new interactive displays, history comes alive at the touch of a screen that provides the latest data on the USS Monitor, a Civil War era ironclad resting on the seabed… Continue reading exciting interactive activities at jennette’s pier
miniature art show at seaside gallery in may
Seaside Art Gallery on the beach road in Nags Head has a well deserved reputation for featuring unique and fine art. In May the gallery will be one of 21 recognized International Miniature Art Shows in the nation featuring some of the finest miniature art artists. This press release from PRURGENT gives the details. “The “Minis”… Continue reading miniature art show at seaside gallery in may
comedian heywood banks performs for lost colony
It will be a wild weekend when Heywood Banks brings his unique and off-beat brand of stand-up comedy to the Lost Colony‘s annual fundraiser on April 25th, and his public performance on the 26th . This press release from the Lost Colony gives a hint about what Banks is all about, but to truly appreciate… Continue reading comedian heywood banks performs for lost colony
mollie fearing art show call for entries from dcac
Mollie Fearing was one of the founding members of the Dare County Arts Council. The Mollie Fearing Memorial Art Show is is part of her legacy and an extraordinary tribute to her love of art and community. This press release from the Arts Council gives complete details. Exhibition Dates are May 4–31 with an awards ceremony… Continue reading mollie fearing art show call for entries from dcac
jars of clay @ the lost colony’s waterside theatre!
Sunday was a day of rest at The Lost Colony’s Waterside Theatre, but this certainly won’t be the case when The Waterside Concert Series begins this summer. Taking advantage of Sunday as a day off for Lost Colony actors, the venerable outdoor theatre company has created the The Waterside Concert Series with five shows scheduled through… Continue reading jars of clay @ the lost colony’s waterside theatre!
ocracoke: small island, big fun
Even in for a location as unique as the Outer Banks, Ocracoke is a special place and worth a visit at any time of year. This wonderful article from Diane Daniel of the Boston Globe shares just how delightful the island, and its people can seem to a traveler. “My partner, Lina, and I had waited until… Continue reading ocracoke: small island, big fun
first friday is back
First Friday in Manteo is a combination celebration of small town life, the arts and music. Held the first Friday of the month April through October, it’s a fun way to experience the Outer Banks community. This article from the North Beach Sun captures the feel of the evening. “First Friday in Manteo is back–and… Continue reading first friday is back