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The oldest of the five towns that dot the beautiful shores of Bogue Banks – it turns 80 in 2017. With ample opportunities for surfing and fishing, Atlantic Beach is home to one of the two remaining fishing piers on the island and provides the perfect opportunity to prop your feet up and drop a line. The town has a collection of shopping and dining options and is convenient to area attractions. The beach, which is patrolled by lifeguards, provides a family-friendly option when it comes to taking the children for a day of beach play. But it’s the towns laid back spirit and warm family atmosphere that keeps people coming back for more. Details: www.atlanticbeach-nc.com.

EMERALD ISLE With an almost perfect blend of modern amenities and old-fashioned beach town values, Emerald Isle is a favorite vacation spot. Located at the far western end of Bogue Banks, the town’s warm hospitality has made this community a summertime home for many families. Bogue Banks remained largely uninhabited until the 1950s when it was purchased by a group of developers. Viewing the lush green maritime forest from a plane, a consultant suggested the name “Emerald Isle.” Attractions include a water slide, miniature golf, movies, fishing, bike paths that span the town, and, of course, swimming, sunning, sandcastle building and a nice assortment of shopping and dining. For more details, visit www. emeraldisle-nc.org.

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Salter Path, the more business-oriented of the two towns, sits smack in the middle of Indian Beach. Watch the signs carefully as you drive first through Indian Beach and into Salter Path, then back in to Indian Beach once more. Here, visitors will find a handful of locally-owned restaurants and shops. Salter Path was the first on the island, having emerged in the late 1800s. Still a hub for commercial fishing, the day’s catch is abundant in Salter Path and Indian Beach. Details: www.indianbeach.org.

Pine Knoll SHores Home to one of the state’s three NC Aquariums, Pine Knoll Shores is about midway between Atlantic Beach and Indian Beach and features one of the most natural untouched areas of Bogue Banks despite a population of more than 1,500 residents. While development is allowed in this mainly residential community, it is done with a focus on minimal disturbance, making Pine Knoll Shores one of the state’s most environmentally-sensitive towns. Small in stature, the town does have a big place in history. Visitors will notice an historical marker along Hwy 58 noting the site of one of the first landings in the New World by Florentine explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano.

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Fort macon state park Like a sentinel guarding the coast, Fort Macon State Park is one of the country’s best preserved Civil War fortresses and continues to be one of the most visited state parks in North Carolina. Garrisoned in 1834, Fort Macon is a living example of 19th century architecture and masonry. More than nine million bricks were used in the construction and it took some eight years to complete. Seized by the Confederacy in 1861, the site came under bombardment by Union forces in April of 1862 in order to secure the use of the harbor. A reenactment of the bombardment is celebrated annually at the site.

A visitor’s center and education space helps serve the approximate 1.3 million visitors to the site, sharing the story of Fort Macon and providing a backdrop for workshops and conferences. In addition, audio programs, displays and a variety of artifacts throughout the protected site help illustrate what life was like at the fort during its years of service.

The park itself encompasses 385 acres of pristine beach, dunes and maritime forest just east of Atlantic Beach. At the park’s beach access, visitors can fish from rock jetties or park at the bathhouse area for swimming and summer concessions. The park opens daily at 8am and closes at sunset. Fort hours are 9am-5:30pm daily. Details: 252726-3775.

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NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll shores Sign the kids up for summer fun. Camp registration begins April 1 at 6am. Camps are popular so set your alarm. Camps are offered by age group for kids entering kindergarten through eighth grade throughout the summer.

Kids enjoy behind-the-scenes action and plenty of outdoor hands-on adventure.

The aquarium is open 9am-5pm daily, including all of Easter weekend, Memorial Day and all other spring and summer holidays.

• On April 16, visit with aquarium educators and live animals as part of the Crystal Coast Earth Day Festival at Fort Macon State Park. The aquarium comes together with a number of other conservation–minded organizations for this annual event.

• Want to volunteer with your children, friends or organization? Get your hands dirty with us on Saturday, April 23, as part of the aquarium’s new Volunteer Service Corps. From 1:30-4pm, we’ll work on restoring natural habitats by planting marsh grass. There’s no commitment or training necessary. Simply sign up online and join us in the field. This is the first of four Volunteer Service Corps days the aquarium will offer this year.

• Join the festivities at the aquarium’s Earth Day Party for the Planet, April 22-24. This year’s theme focuses on migrations. Watch for displays and activities emphasizing the birds, sea turtles, and other animals that make their

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• In 1976, all three NC Aquariums opened their doors and this year marks their 40th anniversary. To celebrate, the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores wants to see your old aquarium photos, taken between 1976-2003. Selected shots will be featured with credit once a month on the aquarium’s Facebook page. You can submit photos on the Facebook page or send them to pksmail@ncaquariums. com.

The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is 5 miles west of Atlantic Beach at 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512.

The aquarium is open 9am-5pm daily. Admission is $10.95 for ages 13-61; $9.95 for age 62 and up and military; $8.95 for ages 3-12; no charge for age 2 and under and NC Aquarium Society members. For more information, see www.ncaquariums. com/pine-knoll-shores or call 252-247-4003.

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Centrally-located, Morehead City serves as the retail and business hub for the county. Small boutiques, gift shops and major chain stores make this a haven for shoppers. While an expanding general hospital, makes this the primary site for medical care.

At the eastern edge of the downtown waterfront is one of the state’s two shipping ports where military ships and freighters from all over the world can be seen coming and going on any given day. While big in stature, it does little to overshadow Morehead City’s own fleet – its charter boats that line the waterfront.

The scenic views give Morehead City a walk-worthy waterfront with a mixture of locally-owned shops, restaurants and nightspots. Spend the day fishing, grab dinner with friends and cap off the evening over a cold beverage. Seafood is abundant in Morehead City – with several large waterfront icons ready to serve up the day’s catch any way you’d like it. Details: downtownmoreheadcity.com.

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Lauded time and time again for its vast genealogy library, The History Museum in Morehead City is a great place to get an overall history of the region. For genealogy and Civil War buffs, the Jack Spencer Goodwin Library houses more than 6,000 publications and an extensive county photo file. The Civil War collections are especially notable – drawing a large research audience annually to the site.

The museum itself is nothing short of a success story. Originally housed on the campus of Carteret Community College, the Carteret County Historical Society members undertook a fundraising campaign that would bring them to a new home in downtown Morehead City more than 10 years ago. An old furniture store was renovated to house exhibits, the library, meeting space and a small café. Space rentals and the leased restaurant space continue to buoy the nonprofit operation.

From Carteret County’s relationship with the sea to its military history, the stories are told here at The History Museum. Browse the antique doll collection, Native American artifacts, award-winning carved decoys, vintage clothing, period furniture, military memorabilia, coastal artwork and more. Learn the history of shrimp boats, read about the Tuscarora Indians and take a look at the carriage Civil War spy Emeline Pigott was riding in when captured. It is purported that Pigott carried more items of importance in her petticoat than would fit in any modern-day suitcase.

The Museum Store offers unique gifts and a wide variety of local books and merchandise for all ages. Publications feature the Civil War, black history, pirates, poetry and local cookbooks. Nautical ornaments, jewelry, pottery, collectibles and children’s items are also featured. Admission is free. For more information call 252-247-7533 or visit www. thehistoryplace.org.

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Regularly playing host to more than 150,000 guests over its three-day schedule, the air show is one of those great opportunities to entertain the entire family at one venue. Add to that the fact that entry and parking is free – and folks really can’t go wrong.

The show starts out with a bang Friday night, with the always-popular night show – a must see for those who haven’t experienced it before. While the Blue Angels do not perform due to safety concerns, the show includes spectacular aerial pyrotechnic displays, roaring afterburners, skydiver demonstrations and a large fireworks display set to patriotic music as well as live music. Gates open at 5pm.

On Saturday and Sunday, gates open at 8am and full days of activities are on tap. for a full schedule of activities. Static displays, ride simulators and a fun zone for kids combine with vendors, live entertainment and plenty of options for food, to create a perfect family day.

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While all events are free, including parking, there are a limited number of special premium seats and packages available, from $10 for a bleacher seat to $80 for a full Flightline Club package, which includes breakfast and lunch, beverages, preferred parking and access to the air conditioned chalet tent and semi-private restrooms. box seats and chalet tickets available. For pricing and availability, call 866WINGS-NC or visit www.cherrypointairshow.com.

Organizers recommend that guests bring along comfort items to help make their visit, well, more comfortable. Lawn chairs, blankets, sun screen, umbrellas, hats, jackets, cameras and, of course, those earplugs, are suggested. ATM’s are available on-site, but organizers note that the lines are often quite long.

Shuttle buses will operate throughout the festivities to help people get from parking areas to the tarmac. Keep in mind that pets, glass, coolers, alcohol, pocket knives, weapons and any wheeled vehicle other than strollers and wheelchairs are prohibited.

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“We’re becoming one of the biggest boat shows in this part of the state,” said Capt. Steve Miller, chairman of the Boat Show committee. “Before the end of last year’s show, dealers and vendors were signing up for 2016. We already have more boats in the water than we’ve ever had before and I wouldn’t be surprised if we see the same with the boats on land.”

The Crystal Coast Boat Show features both new and used boats, in-water and on land, as well as a variety of marine products and services, outdoor gear, fishing tackle, outfitters, brokers, fishing clubs and resource conservation groups. The boat show is free and open to the public from 9am-5pm on Saturday and 9am-4pm on Sunday.

New this year, fishing seminars will be presented by Coastal Carolina Fisherman eMagazine on a variety of topics. And at the 10th Street beach, Sail Carteret, a new nonprofit organization, will be holding sailing races and offering free rides.

In addition, plans are underway for a bigger and better ARTrageous art event held all weekend on the waterfront in conjunction with the Arts Council of Carteret County. At the art event, children’s activities are planned throughout the weekend.

On Saturday, May 21, the Morehead City Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America will hold its 43rd annual car show at Katherine Davis Park featuring vintage vehicles that are no less than 25 years old. On Sunday, May 22, the park will host the Morehead City After Hours Rotary Club’s regional Cornhole Tournament starting at 12:30pm. Burgers, hot dogs and cold beer will be available.

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A beautiful walking waterfront is at the heart of this small seaport village, inviting visitors to forgo their cars for an up close and personal tour. Scenic strolls are highlighted by quaint shops, fine dining establishments and fiery red sunsets. No worry, there are plenty of spots to stop and sit along the way, giving everyone a chance to take in the scenery and perhaps a glance of the wild horses that roam Carrot Island, located just across Taylors Creek. Beaufort (pronounced “Bo-furt”), is well deserving of its “America’s Coolest Small Town” title bestowed in 2012 by Budget Travel.

Noted as North Carolina’s third oldest town, Beaufort residents have gone to great pains to retain a great deal of the seaport’s history and architecture. Leading that effort is the Beaufort Historical Association, which operates an historic site on Turner Street. Swing by the visitor’s center for a variety of information about the area.

Noted events include the Wine and Food Weekend in April, the NC Maritime Museum Wooden Boat Show in May and the Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour in June. Details: www.beaufortnc.org.

down east Recognized as anything east of Beaufort, the small rural communities of Down East Carteret County have one thing in common – their dedication to preserving the heritage and culture of their region. Atlantic, Bettie, Cedar Island, Davis, Gloucester, Harkers Island, Lola, Marshallberg, Otway, Sea Level, Smyrna, Stacy, Straits and Williston are communities built around the water with a strong focus on fishing and boat building.

It is the striking views of the water and its wildlife, however, that brings many visitors down this twolane stretch of roadway. So many so that in 2009 Hwy 70 from Merrimon Road to Cedar Island was made part of the Outer Banks Scenic Byway.

On Harkers Island, you’ll find the National Park Service Visitor Center offering information on Cape Lookout Lighthouse and the Outer Banks. There are also marinas, campgrounds and accommodations, plus ferries and charter boat services available for visitors ready to hop over to the islands for the day.

At Cedar Island, travelers have the option of jumping on a state ferry to Ocracoke, a small village at the southern tip of the Outer Banks, and following the byway north.

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Beaufort Historic Site

Offering a full calendar of special events and programs to keep visitors and residents excited about Beaufort’s rich history, the Beaufort Historic Site features 11 historic buildings and the town’s original burial site, the Old Burying Ground. At the site and beyond, the Beaufort Historical Association strives to document the lifestyles and customs of Beaufort’s past to preserve its historical identity for the future.

For more than 50 years, the organization has led the way in the restoration and preservation of some of the town’s most prestigious structures. The site itself includes 11buildings: the Courthouse of 1796, the oldest surviving wooden courthouse in the state; the apothecary shop, circa 1859; the Carteret County Jail, circa 1829; the Rustell House, circa 1732 and others, all enhanced by authentic artifacts.

Year-round, the BHA offers tours of the town on an authentic double-decker bus complete with interesting commentary by volunteer tour guides. It also offers a variety of seminars, volunteer opportunities and special events, including several of the town’s largest annual social engagements. From the educational Kindergarten Thanksgiving to the popular Old Homes & Gardens Tour held each June, there is always something on the horizon at the Beaufort Historic Site.

The Beaufort Historic Site is open from 9:30am-5pm Monday through Saturday and 10am-4pm during the off-season. Details: 252-728-5225 or www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center

Found at the end of Island Road in Harkers Island, the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum strives to promote and preserve the Down East region’s valued heritage by showcasing the talents and skills of Down East residents. Preservation of the rural Eastern Carolina lifestyle is at its core, striving to document the history before it slips away.

With a focus on decoy carving, boat building, storytelling, oral history or the region, local writers, traditional music, food, hunting, fishing and other skills, the talent is bountiful Down East, and Waterfowl Museum is a great place to find samples of it all. The museum’s goal is to pass these community strengths on to the next generation, educating residents and visitors alike about the crucial role these talents have played through history. Many heritage programs and demonstrations are offered throughout the year and the site’s Waterfowl Weekend, held the first weekend each December, is not to be missed.

Admission is free. Details: 252-728-1500, www.coresound.com.

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NC Maritime Museum One of three maritime museums under the NC Dept. of Cultural Resources, this Beaufort site tells the tale of the waterfront town’s relationship with the water that surrounds it – from fishing and boat building to pirates and aquatic life.

The site was thrust into the spotlight in 2011 as it became home to one of the first permanent exhibit of artifacts raised from the vessel believed to be the Queen Anne’s Revenge, Blackbeard the Pirate’s flagship. Located in 1996 just outside of Beaufort Inlet, the Dept. of Cultural Resources and the museum have played a large role in funding the excavation and bringing the artifacts to the surface. New pieces are added regularly, making it a must-stop for visitors, even if they’ve been there before.

Free to visit, the museum features a variety of additional exhibits, from sea life and sailing to boat building and commercial fishing. Across the street, the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center features an active boat and model shop, where visitors can observe the active construction of wooden boats, or take a class to learn how to build their own.

The museum is open from 9am-5pm, weekdays; 10am-5pm on Saturday; and 1-5pm on Sunday. For more information, call 252-728-7317 or visit ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Rachel Carson Reserve Teeming with wildlife and natural vegetation, this series of islands located across from the Beaufort waterfront is a component of the NC National Estuarine Research Reserve. Often referred to as Bird Shoals or Carrot Island by locals, it can only be accessed by boat. Comprised of salt marshes, salt flats, tidal flats and eelgrass beds, the reserve is a favorite place for beachcombing, swimming and sunbathing. More than 200 species of birds have been sighted on the reserve and a checklist of these feathered-friends is available.

Guided nature tours are offered from 8:30-10:30am, Tuesday and Thursday, June through August, including nature hikes and cruises offered by the Friends of the Reserve. Closed toe shoes, sunglasses, hats, water and sunscreen are recommended. Guests should be prepared to get their shoes wet and muddy, especially during the nature hikes. Tours are free, however, donations are graciously accepted. For more information, call 252-838-0883 or visit www.nccoastalreserve.net.

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Cape Lookout National Seashore Best known for its towering lighthouse covered in black and white diamonds, Cape Lookout National Seashore is a 56-mile stretch of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, spanning from Ocracoke Inlet to Beaufort Inlet. Three pristine barrier islands make up the national seashore – North Core Banks, South Core Banks and Shackleford Banks.

Accessible only by private boat or ferry, this incredible ribbon of sand hosts unparalleled fishing, shelling and a working lighthouse. The undeveloped seashore allows for true-to-nature camping, features a restored lighthouse keeper’s quarters, a boardwalk to the beach, daily ranger programs and facilities in summer. There are no lifeguards on the beaches or maintained roads.

North and South Core Banks, both noted for wonderful shelling, clamming and surf fishing, also offer rustic cabins as an alternative to camping from April through November. For those seeking to discover the seashore’s history, picturesque Portsmouth village, found at the northeastern tip of Core Banks, is a 250-acre uninhabited island community dating from 1753 and preserved as a national historic site. Exhibits in several of the historic buildings tell the history of this island community. Many visitors come to the National Seashore to view the black and white diagonal checkerboard-patterned Cape Lookout Lighthouse. A landmark since 1859, the lighthouse tower is maintained by the National Park Service. Visitors can climb the tower from mid-May to mid-September. On Shackleford Banks, history may wander past you in the form of the Shackleford Banks wild horses.

The Light Station Visitor Center, found near the lighthouse ferry dock, has a shaded pavilion and boardwalk

connecting it to the beach. There are exhibits along the boardwalk and at the nearby Keepers’ Quarters Museum.

Exhibits focus on lighthouse history and early shipwrecks and rescues. The Light Station Visitor Center and the Keepers’ Quarters Museum are open to the public, April through November.

A Visitor Information Center is located on Front Street in Beaufort. Inside exhibits introduce visitors to the stories of the island communities, the lighthouse and other local history as well as some of the island wildlife. Ferry tickets for trips to Shackleford Banks may be purchased here.

The seashore’s main visitor center, located on Harkers Island. Exhibits tell the story of island communities, the US Life-Saving Service and other local history. An indoor theater offers a short film and the visitor center bookstore features books, tapes, videos and children’s items related to Cape Lookout National Seashore. A nature trail winds along the shore to an observation deck overlooking Core Sound.

Public restrooms and a nearby picnic area are available and wheelchair accessible. Ferry tickets for trips to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse may be purchased here.

For more information call 252-728-2250 or visit www. nps.gov/calo. For a complete listing of area ferries, charters, tours and cruises, see page 44.

All visitors should remember this is a remote, natural territory with no fast food, limited fresh water access and no lifeguards. Visitors and campers, remember to take whatever is needed to eat or drink, sun and insect lotions, hats and shoes and to bring out all that you carry in, including trash.

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Wooden Boat Show Sets Sail

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hether you’re a boating enthusiast or prefer to keep your feet on dry land, the 42nd annual Wooden Boat Show has activities for all ages on Saturday, May 7. The show organized annually by Beaufort’s NC Maritime Museum, however, most of the displays spill out into the streets of downtown Beaufort.

The longest ongoing wooden boat show in the southeast, free to attend, celebrates the art of North Carolina boat building and the sport of boat racing.

Dozens of handcrafted wooden boats will be on display and activities are available for all ages from 10am to 4pm.

Paul Fontenoy, Curator of Maritime Research and Technology, says the show has something to offer everyone, even if you’re not a wooden boat enthusiast. “We pay a lot of attention to making sure the show is not just interesting for wooden boat enthusiasts,” Fontenoy explains. “So we have activities for children and opportunities for families to do things together, such as taking a boat ride.”

Youngsters can take part in maritime games and crafts in the kids area. Families can team up to test their skills in sailing radio-controlled model boats.

And, kids can also make their own model sailboats.

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Enjoy traditional skills demonstrations & displays, educational activities, historic vessels, boat models, traditional sailboat races at 3pm, and sailboat rides from 1 to 3pm.

On of the most anticipated events is the demonstration by Jim Goodwin and his Ships in Bottles.

Attendees will have the opportunity to see one of the best known craftsmen in the art of building ships in a bottle. His demonstrations take place Friday from 5:30 to 7:30pm and Saturday from 10am to 4pm.

Last year, the legendary Cricket II made its debut at Beaufort’s Annual Wooden Boat Show. Once again, visitors to the Beaufort waterfront will have the opportunity to see the fishing boat that became the inspiration for the book and movie “Jaws.”

On Thursday, May 5, and Friday, May 6, free boat rides will be offered from 1 to 4pm outside the Watercraft Center (a $5 per person donation is suggested, which goes toward the sailing program).

The Wooden Boat Show weekend opening event on Friday, May 6, includes a reception and live music from 5:30 to 7:30pm.

The NC Maritime Museum is located at 315 Front St., Beaufort. For more information, visit www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

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f we had to pick a theme for spring along the Crystal Coast, it would definitely involve music. Free concert series around the county begin in earnest, and two great music festivals draw crowds to waterfront towns.

Always a favorite, the Beaufort Music Festival returns to downtown Beaufort May 20-21 after two years outside of town. When road work forced organizers to bring the festival to the Beaufort Historic Site on Turner Street in 2015, a partnership was forged that will keep the popular two-day event close to the action. And hardcore fans will delight in the news that the festival is once again free to attend.

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Beer, it seems, has saved the day. For the past two years, a free event was held on Friday and the main event on Saturday required a small ticket price. Last year, however, with the advent of beer sales, organizers found there is more than one way to raise the much-needed funds to hold the festival.

“We’re excited about it,” said board member John Hackney. “It’s a community event so we’re really glad to be back in the heart of the community, without having to take a drive or a trolley.

“There are certainly pros and cons to both places, but last year when we moved the festival to the historic site, we really liked the location and they were great to

work with. It just makes sense to hold it there again.”

An additional stage featuring North Carolina bands will be located on Middle Lane and a children’s area will be manned through partnerships with the Tiller School and Beaufort Elementary.

Bands scheduled to perform include North Carolina favorites L-Shape Lot, Midatlantic, The Paper Stars, Beaufort Blues Project, Tan & Sober Gentlemen, Banditos and the Low Counts, who brought the crowd to their feet two years ago. Music runs from 5:30-10pm on Friday, May 20 and noon to 10pm on Saturday, May 21.

To learn more about the Beaufort Music Festival, visit beaufortmusicfestival.com.

While Beaufort is rocking and rolling, Atlantic Beach is hoping the third time is the charm as it unleashes its third Beach Music Festival on Saturday, May 21. The family friendly festival is held on the beach at the Circle from 11am to 6pm. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets as they cozy up to the stage. But with plenty of great beach music on tap, we’re sure it will be challenging not to get up and dance with area favorites.

John Moore serves as emcee as the Holiday Band, Band of Oz, the Fantastic Shakers and Mighty Saints of Soul bring take to the stage. The festival atmosphere will be enhanced with food and beer vendors along with T-shirts, hats and cozies to commemorate the

event.

“The Circle location is an important part of our past, but it is also a critical part of our future,” said Mayor Trace Cooper. “Holding events like this at the Circle ensures that it will remain the heart of Atlantic Beach while we wait for the commercial redevelopment in area to take hold and once again make the Circle our downtown. One of the special things about the event is that we hold it on the beach along the Boardwalk.

This is a natural place of beach music, but it is also the former location of The Pavilion which is an important part of our town’s history and the history of beach music. Some beach music historians believe that the shag was invented there.”

Leading up to the main festival, several events are slated that honor just that – Atlantic Beach and its place in shag and beach music history. On Saturday, May 14, a Jolly Knave Reunion is planned at Memories Beach Club and on Wednesday, May 18, the Doubletree by Hilton hosts a beach music celebration as part of the Chamber after Hours program.

During the festival, parking will be available at the Causeway Shopping Center, Doubletree by Hilton and Town Park, with free shuttle to and from the Circle/ Boardwalk area every 30 minutes. Riders are only allowed one folding chair per person. Be sure to pack those dancing shoes!

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Family Fun

Emerald Isle Beach & Pool Club

101 Dolphin Ridge Road, Emerald Ise 252-241-5302 (Map #47) Emerald Isle’s only private beach club. Weekly and seasonal memberships available. Private beach access, swimming pool, tennis courts, shower and changing facilities, game room, full ABC permits and gourmet eatery for the convenience of members. Visit emeraldislebeachclub.com.

Kites Unlimited

1010 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach 252-247-7011 (Map #28) Fly your own kite or watch the colors of other friendly kite fliers 10am Sundays at Fort Macon State Park, hosted by Kites Unlimited, a great place for kites, toys, gifts & more in Atlantic Station Shopping Center, kites-birdstuff.com.

NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

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getting wet. Look a 350-pound shark in the eye. Touch a stingray. Watch river otters play; 38 exhibits depicting NC’s aquatic environments “from the mountains to the sea.” In the 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck exhibit, fierce-looking sand tiger sharks up to 8 feet in length, schools of fishes & many other creatures glide around a three-quarter scale replica of a sunken submarine. Other highlights include a 32-foot waterfall, cypress swamp, lionfish, jellyfish, octopus & two touch tanks. Fishing lessons, boat trips & other adventures are now available – check the website for the full schedule or see Coaster’s calendar of events for programs & dates. Regular hours, 9am-5pm daily.

Admission, $10.95 (ages 13-61); $9.95 age 62 & over; $8.95 ages 3-12. Children age 2 & under and members of the NC Aquariums admitted free. Annual memberships, $75 family; $65 couple; $50 individual, ncaquariums.com.

Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway

976 Salter Path Road, Salter Path 252-247-3024 (Map #46) Features go-carts, mini-golf, bumper boats, arcade & mining train, adventure & thrills galore for the entire family.

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Highlights Going Publick in Beaufort

To kick off the spring season, the Beaufort Historical Association brings patrons back in time for Publick Day, an old-fashioned marketplace set up on the grounds of the Beaufort Historic Site. Visit the market from 9am4pm on Saturday, April 16.

As in years past, the grounds of the site will recreate Publick Times when colonial merchants set up shop outside during court session. Vendors will sell antiques, vintage finds, collectibles, arts and crafts, wood crafts, furniture, hand-made jewelry, baskets, pottery and much more. Fashioned after Williamsburg of the 1700s when the general court was in session, Publick Day gave visitors from far and wide an opportunity to come to town to see and be seen, conduct court business, shop, gossip, dine and dance.

This event is held rain or shine. All proceeds from Publick Day go towards to on-going restoration efforts and educational programs of the BHA. For more information, call 252-728-5225 or visit www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Start Spring on the Right Foot

An annual family and fitness road race, the annual Lookout Spring Road Race is sponsored by the Lookout Rotary Club and scheduled for Saturday, April 23, be-

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ginning at the Sports Center, Morehead City. The course for the race is fast and flat, with an event for every age and skill level. There are 10K and 5K races, along with a 1-mile fun run, each with numerous age divisions.

Race registration begins at 7am on Saturday; the 1-mile run begins at 8; 1-mile fitness walk and toddler push begins at 8:05; and the 10K, 5K run and 5K fitness walk begin at 8:30. All events feature electronic chip timing and take place on accurate courses; finish line timing and registration provided by Run the East, LLC. The cost is $25 per person and $50 per family before April 17; $30 per person and $60 per family after. Race proceeds are donated to Rotary-supported charitable groups with emphasis on local programs. Pick up entry form at the Sports Center, 701 N. 35th St., Morehead City or enter online at runtheeast.com. For more information, visit www.lookoutrotaryrace.com.

Bluegrass by the River

The biannual White Oak Shores Bluegrass Festival provides a great opportunity to see 20 bluegrass concerts in two days. Located in Stella, the White Oak Shores Camping and RV Resort plays host to the festival scheduled for noon to 11pm on Friday and Saturday April 29-30.

Al Batten hosts both days of the festival. He has toured with the NC Symphony and is a member of Al Batten and the Bluegrass Reunion, which is scheduled to perform. Also on tap are Ted Jones & the Tarheel Boys, Three Rivers Band, Highway 58, Sweet Potato Pie, Kelly & the Cowboys, Boys from Carolina and others.

Tickets for the event are $20 per person, per day or $35 for both days. Camping packages are also available, however, camping is not required. Food and beverages are available during the event. Feel free to bring a string instrument and play in the after show. For more information, visit www.whiteoakshores.com or call 252-393-3244.

Reelin’ Them in for Research

The Reelin’ for Research Offshore Fishing Tournament, which benefits the NC Children’s Promise, a component of the NC Children’s Hospital in Chapel Hill, will see committed anglers dropping their lines in the water on Saturday, April 30. Morehead City will be the hub of the weekend’s activities, including the focal event: an eight-hour deep sea fishing excursion consisting of both private and chartered vessels.

Fishing begins at 8am with the official weigh-in at Morehead City waterfront from 4-6pm. Awards and bragging rights immediately follow at Jack’s Waterfront Bar. All teams are responsible for a minimum of $1,000 per boat in fundraising efforts; the winning team will be determined by aggregate weight of the three largest meat fish from the following: wahoo, dolphin, & tuna.

For more event details, visit reelinforresearch.org.

Relive the Civil War

People often remember their history classes as boring and dry. However Fort Macon State Park will change some of that Saturday and Sunday, April 23-24 with a Civil War Reenactment.

The First NC Volunteers/11th NC Regiment and other reenacting groups will portray troops from the Civil War era. The public program is ongoing from 10am-4pm each day and offers visitors a glimpse back in time to the American Civil War. Uniformed military and civilian living historians will demonstrate life in the fort. Activities include military drill and weapons demonstrations, as well as firing some of the large artillery pieces located in the fort.

There are several opportunities for visitors of all ages to join in with the reenactors during the day in the form of interactive activities including drilling on the parade ground and a narrated Women’s fashion show. A small skirmish is scheduled for 1:30pm to show how the fort’s

defenses were designed to withstand a land based attack. Displays of uniforms and flags from the civil war will also be available for viewing.

For more information, visit ncparks.gov/fort-maconstate-park.

Miles of Sand & Hope

Everyone is invited to grab their buckets and head to the beach in front of the Atlantis Lodge in Atlantic Beach on Saturday, May 7 to enjoy the sun and fun of sandcastle building during the annual Mile of Hope celebration. The annual event offers children suffering from cancer and their families a fun-filled three-day getaway at the beach. The children come throughout North Carolina, however, all of them are being treated at pediatric oncology departments at ECU in Greenville, UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University.

The event involves more than 100 children in all, along with their family members, and includes lodging, food and a full schedule fun at the beach. This year’s theme is “Dragons – Keepers of the Treasure” and will feature sand sculpting, a boat ride, fun at an amusement park, hunting for shark’s teeth, tours of the NC Aquarium and interacting with pirates.

The public is invited to come out and cheer on the pint sized artists as they sculpt their best castle at the Atlantis Lodge. For information, contact Ed Moore at 919-819-1637 or visit www.mileofhope.org.

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hat started as a small annual festival has grown to offer culinary events throughout the year. The official Wine & Food Weekend, however, continues to be the organization’s show stopper. Now in its twelfth offering, the near-week of food centric events runs April 27-May 1, combining the public’s appreciation for wine and food with its drive to support worthy local organizations.

During this year’s festival, guests will find even more opportunities to break bread with local and guest chefs and rub elbows with visiting wine makers, sommeliers and distributers. Always a highlight, guests will find expanded options for paired wine dinners. In past years, the much-coveted dinners were held on Thursdays only at a handful of the county’s restaurants. This year, dinners will be on both Wednesday, April 27, and Thursday, April 28 and see eleven Carteret County restaurants and two private homeowners welcome guest chefs and winemakers for meticulously paired four-course meals.

“After having years of sold-out dinners, we’re pleased to be able to offer more opportunities for foodies to experience dinners in both area restaurants and private homes,” explained Executive Director Lindsay Parker.

“It speaks volumes about the caliber of our local wine and culinary scene when we can grow our festival to spotlight Carteret County’s chefs with visiting talent from all over the world.”

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will be excited about the relaxed Truck Stops Here Food Truck Rodeo that allows guests to sample fare from food trucks and area restaurants while enjoying live music, beer and wine. Other events include a Fashion Show Luncheon; Wine, Bread, Cheese & More with Chef Lionel Vatinet of La Farm Bakery in Cary; the Grand Reserve Tasting & Auction; and the Celebration Brunch.

Visiting participants include David Santos of Louro, West Village, New York; butcher Steve Goff with Standard Foods, Raleigh; Tom Meyer, The Q Shack, Raleigh; Trey Wilson, Customshop, Charlotte; Cedrick Fichepain, Le Voltaire, Omaha, Neb.; and more.

Additional guests include Ryan and Jessica Carr of Carr Winery; Bradley Brown of Big Basin Vineyards; Gabriel Valenzuela of Langtry Vineyards; Larry O’Brien of Jackson Family Estates; and Andrew Miller of Ecosur Importers.

Events culminate on Saturday, April 30, with the grand Vin de Mer Epicurean Village. Held on the picturesque grounds of Front Street Village, the tented event brings together more than 300 wine labels and dozens of local and regional restaurants together in what the organization describes as a little bit of “controlled chaos.” It is the see and be seen event of the festival, bringing together the best that the Wine & Food Weekend has to offer for a 3 ½ hour whirlwind taste test. Tip – be sure to keep your phone close at hand so you can note your favorite wines along the way. Of course the selfies will be fun, too.

For a complete list of guest chefs and winemakers or to purchase tickets for this year’s Beaufort Wine & Food Weekend, visit beaufortwineandfood.com or call 252-515-0708.

Beaufort Wine & Food Weekend Schedule of Events

Wednesday, April 27 7pm – Private Home Wine Dinners Various locations, $125

7pm – Food Truck Rodeo Front Street Village, $65-$90

7pm – Restaurant Wine Dinners Various locations, $65-$85

Saturday, April 30 11:30am - Vin de Mer Front Street Village, $65

Thursday, April 28 2pm – Wine, Bread, Cheese & More Watercraft Center, $50

6:30pm - Grand Reserve Tasting & A uction Front Street Village, $150

7pm – Wine Dinners Various locations, $125

Sunday, May 1 Noon – Celebration Brunch Front Street Village, $100

Friday, April 29 Noon – Fashion Show Luncheon Watercraft Center, $50 4pm – Historic District Wine Walkabout Various locations, $100

All events are subject to change due to the varied schedules of the guest chefs and winemakers. Attendees must be 21 or older.

Headboat Bottom Fishing & Sport Fishing Charters

416 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach

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Good buys 252-240-1163 (Map #7) Located beside Kmart, offering a broad selection of new & used books in all categories; new books discounted including special orders. Used books include paperbacks, hard covers with extensive selection of old & rare books and a large children’s area with table & chairs.

We accept trades & buy estate books.

Come in & browse.

Dee Gee’s Gifts & Books 508 Evans St., Morehead City 252-726-3314 (Map #1) Located on the waterfront, store features a fine selection of greeting cards, paperback & hardback books, Byer’s Choice carolers, jewelry, toys, nautical charts, original paintings & prints, china, gifts, open every day, free gift wrap, will ship anywhere, 800-DEEGEES (333-4337).

Art, Crafts & Home:

Handscapes Gallery 410 Front St., Beaufort 252-728-6805 (Map #78) Featuring fine arts and crafts on the waterfront in historic Beaufort.

The gallery promotes American traditions in pottery, jewelry and glasswork with an emphasis on North Carolina artists.

Over 200 artists are represented in a full range of work from the traditional to the contemporary in pottery, glass, jewelry, metal, wood and other media www.handscapesgallery.com, handscapes@gmail.com.

Books & Gifts:

Beach Book Mart Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach 252-240-5655 (Map #25) Features the largest selection of books on the beach including bestsellers, local books, children’s, cookbooks, crafts, magazines & many more.

The Book Shop 4915 Arendell St., Morehead City 46

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Kites Unlimited & Bird Stuff, Etc. 1010 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-7011 (Map #28) Located in Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, this dual store offers quality kites & windsocks, stunt kites, unique games and puzzles, kite accessories, flags, banners and more, while also catering to the bird enthusiast.

Find bird feeders, pre-mixed or mixyour-own seeds, houses, supplies & more.

Tilley hats, Sloggers and more, all in one convenient location.

Sea Paws 412-C Evans St., Morehead City 252-648-8522 (Map #4) Featuring all natural dog and cat food and treats for the conscientious pet owner. Accessories include collars, leashes, toys, beds, shampoo and much more. Find them on Facebook!

Clothing & Accessories:

Harbor Specialties 437 Front St., Beaufort 252-838-0059 (Map #75) Offers “nautical but nice” fine gifts & clothing. Featuring the Tilley Hat, Vera Bradley bags & accessories with complimentary monogramming, Tervis Tumblers, Dubarry deck shoes, Chelsea

clocks & barometers, boat models & ready to embroider Adams Caps. Does custom embroidery & logos in-house. Bring in yours, www.harborspecialties.com.

Island Essentials Linen & Leisure Supply Co. 208 Bogue Inlet Drive, Emerald Isle 252-354-8887 (Map #55) High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home. Also bed & bath linen service. Visit the new showroom, 8002 Emerald Drive, by appointment only.

Services available year-round, reserve ahead to ensure availability, 888-3988887, info@island-essentials.com.

Island Proper Outfitters 431 Front St., Beaufort 252-838-1576 (Map #29) This expansion of Island Traders allows the owners to carry more of the brands you love to wear. Find a great selection of Dansko, Merrell, Mountain Khakis, Collard Greens, Patagonia, Olukai, Smith, Maui Jim, Vineyard Vines and much more.

Island Proper Boutique 431 Front St., Beaufort 252-504-3000 (Map #71) A sweet little boutique located on the waterfront in historic Beaufort, Island Proper Boutique offers an array of apparel, footwear and accessories for the classic Southern lady. Featuring Trina Turk, Escapada, Karlie Clothes, Jack Rogers, The Frye Company, Hobo, Gorjana, Daniel Wellington, and much more.

Island Traders 421 Front St., Beaufort 252-504-3000 Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach 252-240-2825 (Map #29) The store that started it all! Find great names at great prices.

Featuring Costa Del Mar, Reef Sanuk, O’Neill and Keen. Also check out the huge selection of T-shirts and accessories. Visit www.beaufortislandtraders.com.

Kitty Hawk Kites 419 Front St., Beaufort 252-728-6670 (Map #76) Your vacation outfitter, carrying a large selection of kites, toys

and apparel including Southern Tide, Salt Life, Quicksilver, Fripp & Folly, Life is Good and more.

Periwinkles of Beaufort 510 Front St., Beaufort 252-504-2002 (Map #77) Ladies casual clothing and beachwear, perfect for vacation or every day. Brands include Escapada and Barbara Gerwit and more. Be sure to check out the jewelry, accessories and gift items.

Sandi’s Beachwear 417 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach 252-726-4812 (Map #27) Emphasizes women’s specialty swimwear, sizes 4-24, long torso, special cup sizes A-G, & mastectomy.

Separates by Sunsets, Tara Grinna, Sea Wave. Also swimwear by Trina Turk, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, Kenneth Cole, Nautica, La Blanca, Miraclesuit, Tommy Bahama, Gottex. Just the right suit for every size & preference. Casual wear by Escapada, Elliott Lauren, Jude Connally,

Nomadic Traders, Britt Ryan, Elizabeth McKay, Foxcroft, Miracle Body,Gretchen Scott, Tyler Boe, Hatley, Sail to Sable, Melly M, Mud Pie, Lisette & Wild Palms. Great selection of beach bags, cover ups, shoes & accessories.

Second to None 4370 Arendell St., Morehead City 252-240-2002 (Map #34) In the Pelletier Harbor Shops, Second to None features women’s brand name clothing & accessories sizes 0 to 2X. Casual to formal wear, shoes, jewelry & handbags. Original artwork, also available. Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm.

Top it Off Boutique 8700 Emerald Plantation, Suite 7, Emerald Isle 252-354-7111.

(Map #62) Experience the difference – offering unique gifts, jewelry, clothing, accessories, shoes and much more. Whimsical and fun gifts for all occasions.

Gourmet Items & Edibles:

Atlantic Beach Seafood Market 211-A Atlantic Beach Cswy., Atlantic Beach 252-247-2430 (Map #24) The only fresh seafood market in Atlantic Beach; fresh daily, shrimp, crabmeat, scallops, lobster tails, crab legs, tuna, grouper, mahi, trigger, flounder, salmon, special orders & more; locals’ choice for best seafood. Family operated by Sonya Willis, owner. Tackle outlet.

Transportation:

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport 200 Terminal Drive, New Bern (Map #2) Close, convenient & connected – the closest airport to the beach is now offering more airlines for more convenience: US Airways Express & Delta Connection Service provided

by Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Visit NewBernAirport.com for more info.

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CITY KEY AB BE CC CI CP EI HI

Atlantic Beach Beaufort Cape Carteret Cedar Island Cedar Point Emerald Isle Harkers Island

MHC Morehead City NE Newport OT Otway PKS Pine Knoll Shores SP Salter Path SW Swansboro

Hotels, Motels and Resorts Atlantis Lodge 123 Salter Path Road, PKS 252-726-5168 Beaufort Harbour Suites 313 Cedar Street, BE 252-728-3483

Hampton Inn 215 Old Hammock Road, SW 910-325-9000

Oak Grove Motel 1305 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-3533

Hampton Inn 4035 Arendell St., MHC 252-240-2300

Oceanana Family Resort 700 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-4111

Hampton Inn & Suites 118 Salter Path Road, PKS 252-247-5118

Caribbe Inn 309 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-0051

Harkers Island Fishing Center 1002 Island Road, HI 252­-728-3907

The Clamdigger Inn 511 Salter Path Road, PKS 252-247-4155 Core Creek Lodge 307 Core Creek Road, BE 252-728-4500

Best Western Silver Creek Inn 801 Cedar Point Blvd., EI 252-393-9015

DoubleTree by Hilton 2717 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-240-1155

Bogue Inlet Motel 120 Bogue Inlet Drive, EI 252-354-3406

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast 3410 Bridges St., MHC 252­-247-2940

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Island Inn 215 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-3780

Bogue Shores Suites 1918 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-7071

Beaufort Inn 101 Ann St., BE 252-728-2600

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Fisherman’s Inn 200 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-726-2273

Oceanview Inn 122 Fairview Drive, EI 252-354-2755 Palm Suites 602 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-6400

Holiday Inn Express 5063 Executive Drive, MHC 252-241-5001

Parkerton Inn 1184 Hwy. 58, CC 252-393-9000

Hollowell’s Motel 108 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-5227

Quality Inn 3100 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-3434

Inlet Inn 601 Front St., BE 252-728-3600

Rusty Pelican Inn 8104 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-3450

The Islander Suites 102 Islander Drive, EI 800-367-3381

Sand Dollar Motel 101 Henderson Blvd., AB 252-726-4106.

Sandpiper Motel 200 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-3148 Sands Villas 1400 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-0519 Seahawk Inn & Villas 105 Salter Path Road, AB 252-726-4146 Waterway Inn 160 Cedar Point Blvd., CC 252-393-8027.

Whaler Inn Beach Club 3600 Salter Path Road, AB 252-247-4169 William & Garland Motel 1185 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-3733.

Windjammer Inn 103 Salter Path Road, AB 252-247-7123

Condos & Cottages

A Place at the Beach 1904 East Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-0906 Atlantic Beach Realty 513 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-240-7368 (Map #23) In the Causeway Shopping Center featuring cottage and condo sales and rentals,atlanticbeachrealty.net, call 800-786-7368 for a free brochure or visit www.atlanticbeachrealty.net.

At Wave’s Edge Real Estate and Rentals 607 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-808-2903 Beaufort Realty 325 Front St., BE 252-728-5462 Bluewater Real Estate 200 Mangrove Drive, EI 610 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 866-429-2578 (Map #22) Offers more than

900 vacation rental homes and condos on Bogue Banks from Atlantic Beach to Emerald Isle.

Stay with Bluewater for a week, a month, a year or a lifetime with vacation, monthly and annual rentals available and a fullservice real estate office. Bluewater Real Estate and Vacation Rentals has been voted Coaster Readers’ choice since 2006.

Vacation rentals, 866-429-2578 and real estate, 888-354-2128.

See website for specials or to browse properties, www.bluewatercoaster.com.

Cannon & Gruber Realtors 509 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-726-6600 (Map #20) Beach vacation sales or rentals, user-friendly online booking at cannongruber. com, 800-317-2866.

CENTURY 21 Coastland 7603 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-2131 (Map #49) Offers weekly, monthly and annual rentals as well as residential, commercial sales, www.coastland.com or toll-free 800-822-2121.

Colony by the Sea 855 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-3131 Deanna Hull Realty 697 Atlantic Beach Cswy., Ste. 103, AB 252-240-0273 Emerald Isle Realty 7501 Emerald Drive, EI 866-586-6980 (Map #48) Has been handing out keys to vacationers since 1962. Enjoy staying in one of their cozy vintage cottages, a condo resort or an elegantly furnished Sand Castle with a pool or elevator. They offer amenities and adventurous packages to please all family members, including pets. Going above and beyond the call of duty for customers is an everyday occurrence. Visa/MC accepted, 800-849-3315, www. emeraldislerealty.com.

Front Street Village 2400 Lennoxville Road, BE 252-838-1524 Gull Isle Realty 611 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-726-7679 Jo Ann Mangum Coastal Vacation Rentals 222 Pintail Lane, HI 252-728-5013 Realty World-First Coast Realty 407 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-247-1000 (Map #17) With additional offices in Indian Beach and Beaufort, Realty World First Coast specializes in coastal real estate along the Crystal Coast.

The right agent makes all the difference. Find yours by calling 252-247-0077, 252-728-6455 or 252-247-1000 or visiting www. realtyworldfirstcoast.com.

Shorewood Real Estate 7703 Emerald Drive, EI 888-557-0172 Spectrum Properties 515 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-247-7610 Spinnaker’s Reach 9918 M.B. Davis Court, EI 800-245-7746 Sun-Surf Realty 7701 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-2958 (Map #50) Come for a week – stay for a lifetime. Over 300 resort rentals on the Crystal Coast. Rentals, 866-829-6849, 252-354-2658; sales, 877698-3194, 252-354-2958. View rental and sales properties at www.sun-surf.com.

Surfside Realty 204 Sandpiper Drive, NE 252-726-0950

Watson-Matthews Real Estate 9102 Coast Guard Road, RI 252-354-2872

Bed & Breakfast Ann Street Inn 707 Ann St., BE 877-266-7814

Cape Lookout Bed &Breakfast 349 Bayview Drive, HI 252-728-3662 Cedars Inn 305 Front St., BE 252-838-1463 County Home B&B 299 Hwy. 101, BE 252-728-4611 Cousin Martha’s Bed & Breakfast 305 Turner St., BE 252-728-3917 Davis Shore B&B 811 Hwy 70, Davis 252-241-4010 The Langdon House 135 Craven St., BE 252-728-5499 The Lighthouse Inn 2300 Bridges St., MHC 252-247-3133 Inn on Turner 217 Turner St., BE 252-728-4300 Otway House 68 Hwy 70 East, OT 252-728-5636 Pecan Tree Inn 116 Queen St., BE 252-728-6733

Windward Dunes 801 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-7545 Coaster

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Atlantic Beach Beaufort Cape Carteret Cedar Island Cedar Point Emerald Isle Harkers Island

MHC Morehead City NE Newport OT Otway PKS Pine Knoll Shores SP Salter Path SW Swansboro

The following restaurants are listed alphabetically.

Call to verify hours, especially during off season. Map #’s refer to restaurant locations on our maps, indexed alphabetically by advertiser in each area

ATLANTIC BEACH & BOGUE BANKS 4 Corners Diner 100 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-240-8855

Amos Mosquito’s 703 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-6222 Bella Pizza & Subs 311 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-247-4702 Bogue Banks Grill 1300 Salter Path Road, SP 252-499-9873 (Map #51) Open TuesdaySaturday, breakfast and lunch, servicing burgers, seafood, salads and the best breakfast on the island.

area on the beach, fresh seafood, steamed or grilled, & Black Angus beef, open 7 days a week for dinner at 5pm, lounge opens at 4pm. Open for lunch Sat. & Sun. at 11am. Catering available, ample boat dockage. MC/V/D/ AE. No checks, no reservations, all ABC. Banquet, business function facilities.

China King 1010 W. Fort Macon Road #23, AB 252-808-3383 Clamdigger Restaurant 511 Salter Path Road, PKS 252-247-4155 Crab Shack 146 Headen Lane, SP 252-247-3444

Big Oak Drive-In and Bar-B-Q Hwy 58, SP 252-247-2588

Crab’s Claw 201 W. Atlantic Blvd., AB 252-726-8222

BT’s Bar & Grill 413 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-4466

El Zarape Mexican Restaurant 204 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-727-9410

Channel Marker 718 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-247-2344 (Map #18) The only restaurant overlooking Bogue Sound at the foot of the bridge, offers fine hospitality in its waterfront atrium lounge & adjacent dining room, largest outside dining 50

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Island Grille 401 Money Island Drive, AB 252-240-0000 McCurdy’s On Moonlight Bay 505 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-808-3663

Monkey Bar & Grill 1010 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-2552

Blue Moon Bistro 119 Queen St., BE 252-728-5800

New York Deli Causeway Shopping Center, AB 252-726-0111

Captain’s Choice Restaurant 977 Harkers Island Road, HI 252-728-7122

Pescara Wood Oven Kitchen 208 West Drive, AB 252-499-9300

Cedars Inn Restaurant 305 Front St., BE 252-838-1463

Port of Call 1160 Salter Path Road, SP 252-222-7677

City Kitchen 232 W. Beaufort Road, BE 252-648-8141

Resort Grill 1400 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-240-3176

Clawson’s 1905 Restaurant & Pub 425 Front St., BE 252-728-2133

Roma Pizza & Subs 100 Charlotte Ave., AB 252-247-2020 Shark Shack 100 S. Durham Ave., AB 252-726-3313 SubTropics 126 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-240-0400 Which Wich Superior Sandwiches 801 Hwy 24, CC 252-354-2379 White Swan 2500-A W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-9607

BEAUFORT & DOWN EAST Aqua 114 Middle Lane, BE 252-728-7777

Cru Wine Bar & The Wine Store 120 Turner St., BE 252-728-3066 Dockhouse Restaurant 500 Front St., BE 252-728-4506 Domino’s Pizza 98 Crescent Drive, BE 252-728-5002 Dragon King 1728 Live Oak St., BE 252-728-2121 Finz Grill & Eatery 330 Front St., BE 252-728-7459 Fish Hook Grill 980 Island Road, HI 252-728-1792

Beaufort Cafe 817 Cedar St., BE 252-728-4400

Front Street Grill at Stillwater Cafe 300 Front St., BE 252-728-4956

Beaufort Grocery Co. 117 Queen St., BE 252-728-3899

George’s Take Out 437 Hwy 70, Smyrna 252-729-7811

Blackbeard’s Grill & Grog 1644 Live Oak St., BE 252-728-3335

No Name Pizza & Subs 408 Live Oak St., BE 252-728-4978 (Continued on page 52)

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Old Salt Restaurant 133 Turner St., BE 252-728-2002 Plaza Mexico Bar & Grill 521 Front St., BE 252-728-3702 Queen Anne’s Revenge 510 Front St. #1, BE 252-504-7272

El Zarape Mexican Restaurant 8802 Reed Drive, EI 252- 354-1120

grilled seafood, steaks, chicken & more. Open daily all year for lunch & dinner, outdoor dining available. All ABC, MC/V/AE.

Angie’s Lighthouse Cafe 833 Hwy 58, CC 252-393-1224

Saltwater Grill 99 W. Church St., SW 910-326-7300

Flipperz 311 Mangrove Drive, EI 252-354-7775

The Shark’s Den Sports Bar & Grill 8700 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-3030

Ribeye’s Steakhouse 509 Front St., BE 252-728-6105

Highway 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries 8700 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-7100

Roland’s Barbecue 1507 Live Oak St., BE 252-728-1953

Jackie’s American Grille 9106 Coast Guard Road, EI 252-354-8111

Royal James Cafe 117 Turner St., BE 252-728-4573

Jordan’s House of Seafood 8106 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-5722

Sea Side Galley 311 Island Road, HI 252-728-6171 Spouter Inn 218 Front St., BE 252-728-5190 Taylor’s Creek Grocery & Deli 525 Front St., BE 252-838-1495

EMERALD ISLE & SWANSBORO

Kathryn’s Bistro & Martini Bar 8002 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-6200 Michaelangelo’s Pizza & Subs 8700 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-7424 Pizza Inn 7902 Emerald Drive, EI Inside BP Convenience Sore 252-354-4468

Bogue House Restaurant 410 Cedar Point Blvd., CP 252-393-3030

Ribeye’s Steakhouse 104 Golfin Dolphin Drive, CC 252-393-2509

Chowdaheads 7801 Emerald Drive, EI 252 354-3700

Riverside Steak & Seafood 506 W. Corbett Ave., SW 910-326-8847

Church Street Irish Pub & Deli 105 W. Church St., SW 910-326-7572 Circle Pizza 7702 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-8885

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Rucker Johns 8700 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-2413 (Map #56) Located in the Emerald Plantation Shopping Center, the restaurant prepares everything in-house; great sandwiches, salads, pastas, lightly battered & barbecued shrimp,

The Swansboro Food & Beverage Co. 106 Front St., SW 910-708-1305 T&W Oyster Bar 2383 Hwy 58, SW 252-393-8838 Trattoria 108 W. Corbett Ave., SW 910-326-5001 The Village Market 7802 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-6592 White Oak River Bistro 206 Corbett Ave., SW 910-326-1696 Yanamama’s Restaurant 119 Front St., SW 910-326-5501

MOREHEAD CITY & NEWPORT Akai Hana 909 Arendell St., MHC 252-222-3272

Alex & Brett 4650-E Arendell St., MHC 252-726-2253 Applebee’s 5184 Hwy 70, MHC 252-727-0409 Beach Bumz Pub & Pizzeria 515 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-7800

Bistro-by-the-Sea 4301 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-2777 Buffalo Wild Wings 5136 Hwy 70 Ste. B, MHC 252-727-9191 Captain’s Table 4109 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-0253 Chef’s 105 105 S. 7th St., MHC 252-240-1105 Chick Fil-A 5156 Hwy 70, MHC 252-247-7281 Circa 81 4650 Arendell St., MHC 252-648-8300 China Garden & Mongolian Grill 3000 Arendell St., MHC 252-808-3398 Cox Family Restaurant 4109 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-6961 Crispino’s Pizza 2900 Arendell St., MHC 252-727-4992 Dank Burrito 4135 Arendell St., MHC 252-499-9677 Domino’s Pizza 4917 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-0300 El’s Drive-In 3706 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-3002 El Zarape Mexican Restaurant 5167 Hwy 70 #60, MHC 252-808-3700 Fat Fellas BBQ & Grille 133 E. Chatham St., NE 252-223-3299

Five Guys 5136 Hwy 70 W, MHC 252-808-0110

Luigi’s Pizza 5167 Hwy 70 #120, MHC 252-240-3125

Ruby Tuesday 5227 Highway 70, MHC 252-726-3144

Soundside Restaurant 5000 Hwy 70, MHC 252-648-8298

Floyd’s 1921 400 Bridges St., MHC 252-727-1921

Minoda’s Japanese Steakhouse 5308 Hwy 70, MHC 252-648-8409

Ruddy Duck Tavern 509 Evans St., MHC 252-726-7500

Texas Steakhouse & Saloon 5025 Executive Drive, MHC 252-240-2633

Full Circle Café 708 Evans St., MHC 252-773-0703 Garden Gate Cafe & Deli 278 Hwy 24, MHC 252-247-4061 Golden Corral 4060 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-1609 Grumpy’s Comfort Cooking 907-A Arendell St., MHC 252-726-5101 Highway 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries 5000 Hwy 70, MHC 252-773-0586 IHOP 4950 Arendell St., MHC 252-222-0537 The Infusion Café 1012 Arendell St., MHC 252-240-2800 Ioanni’s Grill 4138 Arendell St., MHC 252-808-0008 La Perla 1103 North 20th St., MHC 252-247-9600 Little Caesar’s Pizza 5208-E Hwy 70, MHC 252-240-0027

Musashi Japanese Steak & Seafood Restaurant 4330 Arendell St. # B, MHC 252-240-3431 No Name Pizza 5218 Hwy 70, MHC 252-777-4479 Red Fish Grill 711-B Evans St., MHC 252-648-8269 Olive Garden 5152 Hwy 70, MHC 252-240-0250 Outback Steakhouse 4937 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-6283

Sammy’s Seafood House & Oyster Bar 109 S. 6th St., MHC 252-247-0028 Sanitary Fish Market & Restaurant 501 Evans St., MHC 252-247-3111 Smithfields Chicken N Bar-B-Q 4114 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-7476 Snapperz Grill & Steam Bar 3710 Arendell St., MHC 252-240-1313

Tight Lines Brewing Co. 709 Arendell St., MHC 252-773-0641 Tsunami Buffet 5167 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-3202 Twisted Spoon 5000 Hwy 70, MHC 252-240-0080 Waffle House 5060 Hwy 70, MHC 252-240-1980

Panera Bread 5176 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-4990 Papa John’s Pizza 5209 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-5656 Parrot’s on Eleventh 105 S. 11th St., MHC 252-773-0532 Pita Plate 5167 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-0949 Pizza Hut 3426 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-7117

Longhorn Steakhouse 5120 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-0396

Plaza Mexico Bar & Grill 5167 Hwy 70, Ste. 60, MHC 252-808-3700

Los Taquitos 5370-D Hwy 70, MHC 252-773-0480

Promise Land Market 909-B Arendell St., MHC 252-222-0422

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Atlantic Beach Atlantic Beach Bridge Beaufort Inlet Bogue Inlet Cape Lookout Harkers Island Bridge

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LOW -:39 +:34 -:17 -:13 -:49 +2:06

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1-2: Newport Pig Cookin’. Good old North Carolina barbecue takes center stage at Newport Town Park as the country’s largest whole hog pig cooking competition pulls out all the stops. Opening ceremonies are at 4pm Friday and live entertainment is slated for Friday and Saturday.

Expect barbecue plates, amusement rides and games and plenty of fun.

3, 10, 17, 24: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters.

2-3:30pm. Visit labs and holding areas, and feed the animals in this thorough behind-the-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck. Age 8 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

4, 11, 18: Story Time & Pre-K Play. 9-10am. Parents and tots 5 and under enjoy open play in the Blue Heron Park gymnasium, Emerald Isle. Free. Details: 252-3546350.

Tue. 5: Behind the Scenes – Costume Shop. 2pm. Visit the Tryon Palace Costume Shop for a

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discussion on historical clothing, research and sewing techniques used in the past. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for students. Included with regular admission. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Thur. 7: Robert O’Connell Lecture. 10:30am. The Carteret Arts Forum brings military historian and author of “Fierce Patriort: The Tangled Lives of Williams Tecumseh Sherman” to the Elks Lodge, Morehead City. Tickets are $20; lunch following the program is $12. Details: www.carteretartsforum.com.

8-9: New Bern Historic Home & Garden Tour. 10am-4pm.

Homeowners in the historic district open their doors to the public for the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful homes and gardens in New Bern. This year’s tour will include working artists and musicians at numerous sites. Tickets are $18 in advance; $22 on day of event.

Details: 252-633-6448.

Heritage Plant Sale. This sale at Tryon Palace allows guests to shop for perennials, herbs, annuals, trees and shrubs. Each item for

sale is grown locally or in the palace greenhouse. Hours for the sale are 9am-5pm on Friday and Saturday.

Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

8-10: Oriental In-Water Boat Show. Sponsored by the Oriental Rotary Club, this annual show features more than 70 vendors representing new and used boats, varied maritime products and services and more. Show runs from noon to 6pm on Friday, 10am-6pm on Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sunday. Details: orientalboatshow.com.

Fri. 8: Friday Free Flicks. 7pm.

At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation on the second Friday of each month.

Details: 252-354-6350.

Balsam Range Performs.

8pm. The Morehead City Rotary Club brings this award-winning bluegrass band to the Carteret Community Theatre, 1311 Arendell St., Morehead City. Tickets are $30.

Details: 252-342-2784.

Sat. 9: Enso Quartet in Concert.

8pm. This Grammy-nominated foursome entertains fans at The History Museum, Morehead City, thanks to

personal sound to Swansboro Town Hall. Sponsored by the Seaside Arts Council. Tickets are $15 and are available at the door. Details: www. seasideartscouncil.com.

Wed. 13: Merry Time for Tots – Whale of a Time. 10-11am. Children and their caregivers will enjoy singing whale songs, reading a book about whales and a whale craft. Ages 2-5. Free. Pre-registration required.

Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseum.com.

the American Music Festival. Tickets are $30. Details: www.americanmusicfestival.org.

Build a Boat in a Day. 9am4:30pm. Adult and child teams use the stitch-and-glue technique to assemble a prepared kit for a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for rowing or paddling. Minimum age is 8. Cost is $600. Reservations are required. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseum.com.

NC Whales & Whaling Symposium. 10am-3pm. This day-long event at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, includes presentations throughout the day on whales and historic hunting practices. No registration required. Free. Details: 252728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseum.com.

Emerald Isle Marathon, HalfMarathon & 5K. 6:30am. This new annual event consists of three races of varying lengths in hopes of offering something for just about everybody.

Funds raised will be shared between the town’s bicycle path program and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Cost to enter the 5K is $35; Half Marathon, $65; and Marathon, $95.

Registration is available at www.emeraldislerun.com. Entry is limited to the first 1,000 competitors.

East Carolina Pottery Festival. 9am-5pm. Held at the NC History Center in downtown New Bern, this event features more than 50 local potters exhibiting and setting their wares. Demonstrations on site. Free.

Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Riverview 5K. 8am. The route takes runners on a scenic route along the White Oak River and through historical downtown Swansboro.

Registration is $30. Costumes are welcome. Details: 910-326-2600 or Swansboro.recdesk.com.

Touch a Truck. 10am-2pm The Swansboro Parks and Recreation Dept. tugs at the imagination of youngsters during this hands-on event. Explore, climb, touch and learn about trucks and what they do in the community, from a fire engine to a Bobcat. Details: 910-3262600 or Swansboro.recdesk.com.

Sun. 10: Harpeth Rising Performs. 2pm. This trio creates a dynamic fusion of folk, bluegrass, rock and classical music to bring their own

Thur. 14: Shackleford Banks – A Beach for Whalers. 9am12:30pm. Experience the Outer Banks heritage and wildlife during a guided hike on Cape Lookout National Seashore with the NC Maritime Museum. Cost is $30. No suitable for children under 12. Details: 252728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseum.com.

Tryon’s Tots – A Kid’s Life.

10-11am. Children ages 3-5 explore what life was like for children in the 18th century through this Tryon Palace program. Cost is $6 per child with one free accompanying adult.

Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Fri. 15: Lunch & Learn – The Regulators. Noon. This year marks the 245th anniversary of the Battle of Alamance, which was fought between the Regulators of North Carolina and the colonial government. Learn all about it during the NC History Center lunch program.

Cost is $6 per person. Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

16-17: Introduction to Wooden Boat Building. 9am-4:30pm. In this two-day hands on course, students explore the art of boat building from start to finish. Begin with the design and lofting of boats and move on to the setup, steam bending and different methods of creating the back bone of small boats. Course fee is $135. Must be 16 to participate. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

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Sat. 16: Natasha Borzilova Performs. 7:30pm. Russian born singer and classically trained guitarist visits Clawson’s 1905 thanks to the Down East Folk Arts Society. General admission is $15; members, $12; and students, $8. Doors open at 6:30pm. Details: 252-646-4657 or www.downeastfolkarts.org.

Publick Day. 9am-4pm. An old-fashion flea market takes over the Beaufort Historic Site, just as it did in days gone by. Vendors offer arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles, plants, books, food and more. Details: 252-728-5225.

Cannon Firing. The cannons at Fort Macon State Park will be fired during demonstrations at 10:30 and 11:30am and 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30pm. Details: 252-726-3775.

Craft Fair. 9am-4pm. The Beaufort Shrine Club on Highway 101 will hold a craft fair to support the Shriners Hospital. Expect live music, a classic car cruise in, food and an array of arts & crafts vendors.

19 & 26: Behind the Scenes – Spring in the Gardens. 2pm.

Meet at the Waystation at Tryon Palace to see what is blooming in the site’s 16 acres. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for students. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

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22-24, 29-30: “My Fair Lady.”

Carteret Community Theatre brings this classic musical to the Morehead City stage. Shows begin at 8pm Friday and Saturday and 2pm on Sunday. Tickets are $20, $10 for students, and can be purchased at www.carteretcommunitytheatre. com, by calling 252-497-8919 or at the door.

22-24: NC State Park Centennial. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the state park system at Fort Macon State Park with a Civil War reenactment, living history demonstrations, a night cannon barrage and more. Tasks will be performed throughout the day by the 1st NC Volunteers at Fort Macon State Park.

Flag talks, uniform talks, women’s dress talks and musket firing drills are a few of the programs being performed. Details: www.ncparks. gov/visit/parks/foma.

Sat. 23: Lookout Spring Road Race. 8am. Sponsored by the Lookout Rotary Club, this annual family-friendly event begins and ends at the Sports Center, Morehead City and includes a 1-mile, 5K and 10K runs with awards in a variety of categories. Pre-registration is $25 through April 17; $30 after. On-site registration begins at 7am. Details:

www.lookoutrotaryroadrace.com.

Mosquito Run. 8am. This 5K run is organized by the Friends of Fort Macon. Registration is $15 for 17 and under and $35 for adults.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Sun. 24: Birding on the White Oak River. 10am-Noon. Join local birding expert Joanne Powell and the NC Coastal Federation for a birding cruise on the White Oak River in Swansboro. The group will slowly cruise on a covered ferry boat through the estuaries in and around the White Oak River and Bogue Sound, including Bear Island, looking for resident birds and fall migrants. Cost is $20 per person. Details: 252-393-8185 or www.nccoast.org.

Thur. 28: Photography Club.

6pm. Free and open to all ages, this photography program at the Carteret County Public Library, Beaufort, will address the basic rules of composition, lighting and neat tricks for photographers of all levels. Free. Details: 252-728-2050.

27-May 1: 12th Annual Beaufort Wine & Food Weekend. Wonderful wine and tempting meals are the focal point of this weekend full of wine and food pairings, workshops, dinners and more. Details: 252-

515-0708 or beaufortwineandfood. org.

29-30: Bluegrass Festival. The White Oak Shores Camping & RV Resort in Stella host this annual event featuring more than 20 live performances. Food and beverages available. Tickets are $30 per person at the gate, $25 in advance, $50 for both days.

Reelin’ for Research. This charity fishing tournament in Morehead City benefits UNC Children’s Hospital’s research division. Captain’s meeting and cocktail party planned for Friday, April 29; awards banquet planned for Saturday, April 30. Winners receive trophies and a gift pack. Not a cash tournament.

Winner determined by aggregate weight of three largest meat fish (dolphin, wahoo, tuna, mako). Details: reelinforresearch.org or info@ reelinforresearch.org.

29-May 1: MCAS Cherry Point Air Show. The public is invited to visit Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point for its biannual air show.

Demonstrations, static displays, entertainment and fireworks can be expected. Blankets and lawn chairs are suggested. Details:www.cherrypointairshow.com.

view of the Living Shipwreck. Age 8 and up, $20. Details: 252-2474003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

1, 6-8: “My Fair Lady.” Carteret Community Theatre brings this classic musical to the Morehead City stage. Shows begin at 8pm Friday and Saturday and 2pm on Sunday.

Tickets are $20, $10 for students, and can be purchased at www.carteretcommunitytheatre.com, by calling 252-497-8919 or at the door.

7-8: Mile of Hope. This special event for children diagnosed with cancer and their families provides a weekend getaway at the beach.

Based at the Atlantis Lodge, Atlantic Beach, the three-day fun fest features a sand castle building competition on Saturday afternoon. Details: Ed Moore, 919-782-6471 or www. mileofhope.org.

Sat. 7: 42nd Wooden Boat Show. 9am-4pm. Join the NC Maritime Museum for a day full of demonstrations, lectures, races, competitions and more, all focused on some of the most elegant wooden boats still in action. While the fun takes place on the Beaufort water-

front, free parking and a shuttle is offered at the site’s Gallants Channel Annex. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Beaufort National Boatbuilding Challenge. 11am-5pm. Join the fun under the big top on the Beaufort waterfront as two-man teams attempt to construct a skiff in four hours … and then take it for a spin! Construction runs through 3pm and judging is planned from 3-4pm.

Entry fee is $100. Details: 252723-9212, beaufortchallenge.com.

Sun. 8: Round the Island Race.

8am-2pm. This non-stop race sails around the island that form Beaufort Harbor. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Wed. 11: Merry Time for Tots – Pirate Hooks & Peg Legs.

10-11am. Hear a story about a boy that joined a pirate crew, make your own pirate hat and explore what is inside the treasure chest during this NC Maritime Museum program for kids ages 2-5. Free. Costumes are optional. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

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Fri. 29: International Film Series. Held at Joslyn Hall on the campus of Carteret Community College, this annual event offers two viewing times and two options for participation. At 6pm, the movie is aired for the first time. Pastries provided by Alex & Brett. Suggested donation is $5. At 8pm, guests can enjoy dinner and a movie, with dinner provided by Seaside Sensations Catering. Tickets are $40 per person. This month’s film is “Closed Curtain” from Iran..

Details: 252-222-6056.

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Thur. 12: Brown Bag Gam – The Sinking of the Pulaski. Noon.

Pack a lunch and enjoy an informal discussion on the singing of the Pulaski at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Free. Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums. com.

Fri. 13: Friday Free Flicks. 7pm.

At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation on the second Friday of each month.

Movies are family oriented. Popcorn and a drink are $1. Bring chairs or blankets. No outside beverages or snacks are allowed. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Details: 252-354-6350.

Sat. 14: Loon Day. 10am. The Core Sound Decoy Carvers Guild hosts this event at the H. Curt Salter Building on Harkers Island Road.

Loon Day includes an in-water decoy competition, live auction and lunch.

All activities are free. Competition participants can enter with a donation of the decoy itself. All birds entered become property of the Decoy Guild.

Details: 252-838-8818 or www. decoyguild.com.

Crystal Coast Run/Walk for Autism. 8am. The Autism Society of North Carolina’s Crystal Coast chapter organizes the event each year to raise funds for ongoing social and support programs. Includes a 5K and 1-mile awareness walk. Register online, or beginning at 7am on the day of the event. Details: www.crystalcoastrunwalkforautism.com.

Thur. 19: Shackleford Banks – Horses, Hiking and History.

9:30am-1:30pm. Experience the national park with a guided hike on the Shackleford Banks with the NC Maritime Museum. Not suitable for children under 12. Reservations required, $30. Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums. com.

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AOPA Fly-In. 8am-4pm. The Aircraft Owners and Pilot Association welcomes pilots from around the country for special events, displays and seminars on aviation products.

Things kick off Friday evening with the Barnstormer’s Dinner. Details: www.aopa.org.

21-22: Crystal Coast Boat Show. Held on the Morehead City Waterfront, the Crystal Coast Boat show features both new and used boats and showcases a variety of marine products and services, including outdoor gear, fishing tackle, outfitters, brokers, fishing clubs and resource conservation groups. The show includes vendors, artists, vintage automobiles and entertainment.

Details: www.crystalcoastboatshow. com.

Introduction to Wooden Boat Building. 9am-4:30pm. In this two-day hands on course, students explore the art of boat building from start to finish. Begin with the design and lofting of boats and move on to the setup, steam bending and different methods of creating the back bone of small boats. Course fee is $135. Must be 16 to participate.

Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Sat. 21: Dave Steele & Shari Kane on Stage. 7:30pm. The acoustic blues duo performs at Clawson’s 1905 thanks to the Down East Folk Arts Society. General admission is $15; members, $12; and students, $8. Doors open at 6:30pm. Details: 252-646-4657 or www.downeastfolkarts.org.

Sun. 22: Birding on the White Oak River. 10am-Noon. Join local birding expert Joanne Powell and the N.C. Coastal Federation for a birding cruise on the White Oak River in Swansboro. The group will slowly cruise on a covered ferry boat through the estuaries in and around the White

Oak River and Bogue Sound, including Bear Island, looking for resident birds and fall migrants. Cost is $20 per person. Details: 252-393-8185 or www.nccoast.org.

Mon. 23: Brown Bag Gam – Sea Turtles of North Carolina. Noon.

Pack a lunch an enjoy an informal discussion at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Free. Details: 252728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Tue. 24: Kayak Through History.

9am. Learn about local history while on the water with the NC Maritime Museum. Ages 12 and up, under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost is $40, $25 with your own kayak. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Thur. 26: Photography Club.

6pm. Free and open to all ages, this photography program at the Carteret County Public Library, Beaufort, will address the basic rules of composition, lighting and neat tricks for photographers of all levels. Free. Details: 252-728-2050.

Fri. 27: Alive at Five. 5pm. Join the Downtown Morehead City Revitalization Association for a free concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. The Swashtones open the concert series for the year.

Details: www.downtownmoreheadcity.com or 252-808-0440.

28-29: CCACC Spring Show.

This juried sale of arts and crafts takes over the Beaufort Historic Site three times a year thanks to the Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition.

Expect painting, photography, wood carving and much more. Details: 252-728-5225.

Sat. 28: Cannon Firing. The cannons at Fort Macon State Park will be fired during demonstrations at 10:30 and 11:30am and 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30pm. Details: 252-726-3775.

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