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Area Attractions 10, 8 Pine Knoll Shores, NC Aquarium 10, 14 Atlantic Beach, Fort Macon State Park 18 Morehead City, The History Place 22, 8 Beaufort, Rachel Carson Reserve 25 NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort Historic Site 30 Cape Lookout National Seashore 34 Down East, Core Sound Waterfowl Museum 52 Emerald Isle 56 Indian Beach, Salter Path 56 Swansboro, Cape Carteret, Hammocks Beach Features 16 Celebrating Charity & Chocolate 20 Wish You Were Here: Biggest Events 26 Party Away the Summertime Blues 38 Warming up Winter Directories 44 Tee Time: Area Golf Courses 48 Sea & Do: Recreation 58 Local Flavor: Restaurant Listings 64 Good Buys: Shops and Specialties 74 Perfect Stay: Accommodations

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Make merry with marine life over the holidays and beyond. The aquarium and gift shop are open 9am5pm throughout the winter, except for Nov. 24, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. On Friday, Dec. 9, St. Nick makes a special stop to hear wishes among the fishes in Santa by the Sea. This special evening event includes a 5x7” photo with Santa for each child under 12, plus keepsake crafts, favorite yuletide stories and other holiday magic for the younger set. As Christmas approaches, keep a lookout in the Living Shipwreck for divers outfitted as elves and the jolly man himself. Another holiday highlight – winter camps for kids in grades 2-5 on Dec. 26-28, featuring indoor and outdoor activities during the school break.

Wrap up the year on Saturday, Dec. 31 with a great deal on aquarium admission as part of the Crystal Coast First Night activities. Pay for one admission, and get a second of equal or lesser value for free. As winter progresses and the weather outside turns frightful, check out Succulent Seafood. This program takes participants to the area’s top restaurants for seafood cooking recipes, tips and taste tests. Succulent Seafood, usually on Mondays, requires advance registration. For anglers warming up their reels for spring, registration begins Monday, Jan. 2 for the annual “Get Hooked” fishing school. The day-long seminar on March 17 features tried-and-true techniques from expert anglers on a wide variety of topics. Free programs such as diving demonstrations, feeding programs and live animal presentations continue all year. Watch for new animals, programs and exhibits in 2012. The aquarium is five miles west of Atlantic Beach at 1 Roosevelt Blvd, Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512. Regular hours are 9am to 5pm daily. Admission is $8 for ages 13-61, $7 for ages 62 and over and $6 for ages 3-12. Children 2 and under and North Carolina Aquarium Society members are admitted free. Visit the Pine Knoll Shores section of www.ncaquariums. com or call 252-247-4003 for more information.

Rachel Carson Reserve Visitors looking for a “greener” vacation will quickly find the Crystal Coast is a natural wonder, teeming with wildlife. And there’s perhaps no better place to discover this than the Rachel Carson Reserve, a component of the NC National Estuarine Research Reserve. The breathtakingly beautiful area is a series of islands often referred to by locals as Bird Shoal or Carrot Island and lies just across from the Beaufort waterfront. Lucky explorers might spot a few of the beautiful Carrot Island wild ponies congregating along the shore. The 2,650-acre reserve is a favorite place for hiking, shelling and exploring the natural and human processes that affect coastal areas. The site was named for Rachel Carson, the famous scientist and author who conducted research on the island’s coastal habitat. Comprised of salt marshes, salt flats, tidal flats and eelgrass beds, the area is a favorite place for beachcombing, swimming and sunbathing, but is only accessible by boat. While there, you’ll spot wa-

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ter birds, wild horses and other natural attractions. More than 200 species of birds have been sighted on the reserve and a checklist of these feathered-friends is available. The site is an important feeding area for Wilson’s plovers in the summer and piping plovers in the winter. The shrub thicket of the area’s middle marsh supports an egret and heron rookery. Guided nature tours are offered from 8:30-10:30am, Tuesday and Thursday, June through August. For more information call 252-838-0883 or visit www.nccoastalreserve.net.

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Atlantic Beach is close to shopping and dining options and convenient to area attractions. One of the most popular, Fort Macon State Park, is located at the northern tip of the island. Other favorite events include the Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Tournament the Penguin Plunge and Carolina Kite Fest. Details: www.atlanticbeachnc.com.

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A sanctuary for turtles, birds and trees, the residential community of Pine Knoll Shores is the midway point between Atlantic Beach and Indian Beach and features one of the most natural untouched areas of Bogue Banks despite its population of just over 1,500 residents. 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, putting the area on the map – lit-

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erally – long before Pine Knoll Shores was born. Alice G. Hoffman purchased most of the land on Bogue Banks extending from Atlantic Beach to the Emerald Isle town line in hopes of creating a private retreat. Local historians have documented that in 1935 Hoffman’s land passed to a trustee, Llewellyn Phillips. In 1939 it went to John Marshall Mathias, who served as trustee for four children of the late President Theodore Roosevelt, a relative of Hoffman’s. The children allowed development of the property with a focus on minimal disturbance to the land around them, making Pine Knoll Shores one of the state’s most environmentally-sensitive towns. Pine Knoll Shores is home to one of the state’s three aquariums, which is open year-round. A variety of programs, both on-site and on-location, make this a hub of activity for visiting families and local residents. To learn more about town, visit www.townofpks.com.

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Basic Law Enforcement Training. Festival goers will have a chance to meet and purchase chocolate from Hallot Parson, cofounder of Escazu, a company well known for its quality hand select beans and antique equipment used to make truly unique finely molded chocolate bars that are individually hand wrapped and typically done to order. As a background as a chef, Parson gained inspiration during a trip to Costa Rica where he met an organic cacao farmer who ground his own chocolate. Along with an independent study, Parson brought the process back home and established his own bean to bar chocolate production. One of the sweetest stories and chocolate offerings comes from South ‘n France where you can meet a husband and wife team who have managed to not only marry one another, but also sweet Southern ingredients and classic French techniques to create succulent hand-dipped chocolate bon bons. Pascal Siegler from France and Charlene Dupray from Wilmington have spent years successfully blending elements from their respective cultures into a fresh, new chocolate mix. The result includes seven delectable bon bon flavors, all entirely handmade: Cafe’ au Lait,

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6:30pm An Evening Wrapped In Chocolate Beaufort Grocery Too, Morehead City Chocolate Dinner by Chef Charles Parks. Benefits the Girls & Boys Club of Coastal Carolina, $160 per couple/$80 per person. Reservations Required.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Coconut, Cookies ‘n Crème, Fudge Brownie, Peanut Buttah and Pistachio. Don’t miss this winner of Best New Chocolate Product named at the 114th Philadelphia National Candy Show. Your senses will reach maximum chocolate pleasure as you see, smell, taste and buy the best from a variety of venders from 9am-6pm, Saturday, Feb. 4 and 10am-3pm, Sunday, Feb. 5. Tickets are $8 for adults, $2 for kids 5-12, kids under 5 are free and active duty military will receive free admission with a valid ID on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased online at www.carolinachocolatefestival.com or by calling 1-877-848-4976.

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The largest community in Carteret County, centrally-located Morehead City, is also the retail hub of the region. From its walk-worthy waterfront with a mixture of locally-owned shops to the large well-known chains that surround the western edge of town, Morehead City is an evergrowing community with a rich historic past. The cornerstone of the community 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 working waterfront. The plethora of fishing char-

ters and tournaments has put the region in the sites of big game fishermen across the state and beyond. June brings the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament, now more than 50 years old, for a week of fishing, fun and a purse that consistently tops the $1 million mark. Thanks to several area advocates, Morehead City is also known for being a gateway to the Graveyard of the Atlantic. Named as one of the country’s best dive locations by several national magazines, thrill seekers will find several dive shops in the area ready to help them explore the treasures beneath the surface. As with other area communities, seafood is abundant in Morehead City – with several large waterfront icons that are ready to serve up the day’s catch any way you’d like it. Watch the fish roll in from the working boats each evening, then sit down for a big plate of whatever is on the day’s menu. Of course walking it off with a sunset stroll is completely OK, too. Whether you’re here for a visit, or you’re here to stay, Morehead City is an ideal blend of historic charm and convenient amenities. For more details, visit downtownmoreheadcity.com.

HISTORY PLACE Lauded time and time again for its vast genealogy library, The History Place 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

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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 Place. 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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Take advantage of all your wedding needs conveniently located under one roof during the Crystal Coast Bridal Fair, 10am4pm on Saturday, Jan. 14, at the Crystal Coast Civic Center. Enjoy fashion shows, sample fare from caterers, take a peek at the work of wedding photographers and florists and get your bridal registries started as you listen to live music, receive door prizes, samples and discounts. An array of today’s top wedding fashion and decorating trends will be showcased and more than 50 of the areas top wedding professionals will be on hand to offer assistance. Learn how to make your Crystal Coast wedding uniquely yours and everything you ever dreamed. Tickets are $6 per person and can be purchased in advance by contacting Pam Kaiser at 252-240-3256, pkaiser@ec.rr. com.

“make a positive impact on our neighborhoods through arts, music, education and events.” Although the music weekend festival is the main event, its events such as the Cheers and Beers serve to bring people together in a fun and unique way to raise money for not only the festival, but for the heart of the community – the children. Last year’s efforts enabled BMF to present a $1,000 scholarship award to a local graduating high school senior. In addition to Cheers and Beers, the 2012 line-up of events will include a Bachelor Auction, Name that Tune, Irish Golf Tournament, a Not-So-Historic Homes Tour, Beaufort Road Race and Hash Run. For entertainment details and times, visit www.beaufortmusicfestival. com.

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Cheers and Beers The Beaufort Music Festival’s Cheers and Beers fundraiser gives residents an opportunity to gather around for great music, food and drinks for a good cause. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be donated by area restaurants and beverages provided by wine and beer distributors. The evening also includes a silent auction for items donated by local artists and businesses, as well as several raffle items. The annual event will be held at 7pm, Thursday, Jan. 19 at the Cru Wine Bar in downtown Beaufort, 120 Turner St. Tickets can be purchased starting Jan. 2 at The Backstreet Pub, 124 Middle Lane, or the Cru Wine Bar for $20. In 2010, this event experienced its most successful year and event coordinators recommend getting tickets in advance. The Beaufort Music Festival is host to several events throughout the year and is produced by a network of citizens in the community who volunteer with the belief that their efforts will

Featured in Our State magazine as one of the top 12 destinations in North Carolina, the annual Gloucester Mardi Gras returns for its twentieth year from 11am-6pm on Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Gloucester Community Club on the corner of Pigott and Ferry Dock roads. Throughout Gloucester, tunes will feature rhythms from folk, blues jazz, Cajun and Zydeco. Community citizens will cook up gumbo and fried turkey all morning. Following an announcement from the “Fool’s Procession” food will be served early afternoon. Spectators decorate the event with extravagant costumes. For those who wish to add more Mardi Gras flare, feathered mask and hat making will be available for all. The Mardi Gras Cajun/Zydeco dance will start around 3pm and will include a king and queen coronation, march and bead toss. The event was founded by Gloucester couple, Bryan Blake and Barbara Garrity-Blake after their band, the Unknown Tongues, gained regional fame that encouraged community fundraising events. Blake decided that instead of having several small events throughout the (continued on page 24) Coaster

Visitors to Beaufort (pronounced “Bô-furt”) are quick to discover that history is alive in this small seaport town. Noted as North Carolina’s third oldest town, Beaufort retains much of its history from past centuries. Incorporated in 1722 as Fish Towne, it’s not hard to guess what the region was known for. Fishing and shipping have played a large role in shaping the community and it’s an industry that continues to have a presence. The region continues to be shaped by the ocean that surrounds it as well as the bounty it hides. The wreckage of the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the

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year, the band should host one big event and established the first Mardi Gras. The event has grown from a small community potluck of about 50 people to a huge event that people from around the state are sure not to miss. Each year, the Unknown Tongues provide entertainment as a thank you to local fans and friends who “keep the Tongues afloat.” Barbara says it’s “no grant, no sponsor, no price of admission. It’s a donate what you can, eat all you can fun event.” This event is themed around the community spirit of southwest Louisiana’s rural Mardi Gras and is free and open to the public, thanks to cash and food donations. A gumbo preparation and music jam will take place on Friday night at 6pm at the Community Club. To donate, contact Margie at 252-729-6261, Barbara at 252-729-8021 or visit www.unknowntongues.com for additional event details.

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The majority of the small towns and communities along the Crystal Coast were built upon the regions close proximity to the ocean and the bounty it holds. The NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort pays homage to that rich heritage, making it the perfect place to see exactly how deep that connection is. Under the auspices of the NC Dept. of Cultural Resources, the museum illustrates the story through artifacts and displays, educational programs and special events. The site was thrust into the spotlight in 2011 when it became home to the first permanent ex-

hibit 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 huge role in funding the excavation and bringing the artifacts to the surface. The new 1,200 sq. ft. exhibit takes up about a third of the museum’s total floor space and continues to be a huge draw for the site. 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.

BEAUFORT HISTORIC SITE If there was a core to the historic town of Beaufort, the Beaufort Historic Site on Turners Street would be it. Cited for recognizing the town’s historical significance more than 50 years ago the Beaufort Historical Association, which maintains the site, has been a leader in the restoration and preservation of some of the town’s most prestigious structures. The site itself includes 11 historic buildings and the Old Burying Ground on Ann Street. Buildings include 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. Enhanced by authentic artifacts, a doubledecker tour bus and facts and stories that have been passed down through the ages, the Historic Site has documented the lifestyles and customs of Beaufort’s past to preserve its historical identity for the future. Throughout the year, the Beaufort Historic Site offers a variety of tours, seminars, volunteer opportunities and special events, including several

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be included in the auction. Surfboards have routinely taken the spotlight at this winterwarming art event as many surfers seek out boards designed with original craftsmanship, creating an art piece that is not only unique and beautiful, but can also be taken out into the waves. The Buddy Pelletier Surfing Scholarship Foundation was started in memory of the late Buddy Pelletier, a former top ranked short boarder with the Association of Surfing Professionals. Upon learning of his terminal cancer, Pelletier wanted to create something to continue his passion for surfing and community and established the Buddy Pelletier Surfing Foundation, as a humanitarian aid foundation to assist other surfers. Throughout the years, the foundation has successfully continued the community efforts of Pelletier by helping several area businesses and individuals. Other annual events include the Memorial Longboard Classic and surf clinics. Tickets are $15 and will include heavy hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres. For tickets and more information, call 252-723-1658 or www.buddy.pelletier.com.

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Cape Lookout National Seashore

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.

Best known for its towering lighthouse covered in black and white diamonds, the 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 cape allows for true-to-nature camping, features a renovated lighthouse keeper’s quarters, a boardwalk to the beach, daily ranger programs and facilities in summer. There are no guarded beaches or maintained roads, as to preserve the seashore’s pristine and serene nature. For those seeking to discover the cape’s history, remnants of old gun mounts are visible on an ocean side walk between the rock jetty and Cape Point. Many visitors come to the National Seashore to view the black and white diagonal checkerboard-patterned Cape Lookout Lighthouse. A landmark since 1859, it is now maintained by the National Park Service, who has rehabilitated the lighthouse tower to allow for public access Thursday through Saturday, mid-May through September.

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The visitor’s center, found near the South Core Banks ferry dock, has a shaded pavilion and boardwalk connecting it to the area adjacent to the Keepers’ Quarters, which has been renovated and includes new exhibits. The Cape Lookout Light Station Visitor Center and Keepers’ Quarters Museum is open to the public 9am through 5pm, April through November. Exhibits focus on lighthouse history and early shipwrecks and rescues. A bookstore features items related to the National Seashore and also carries bottled water and insect repellent. In addition to its lighthouse, Cape Lookout National Seashore includes adjacent Shackleford Banks, site of the extinct fishing village Diamond City, with large dunes and wild Outer Banks ponies. North and South Core Banks, both noted for wonderful shelling, clamming and surf fishing, are open April through November and 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. A visitor center located on Harkers Island is open year round from 9am-5pm (except for Dec. 25-Jan. 1). Exhibits tell the story of island commu(continued on page 32)

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nities, the Life Saving Service and other local history. An indoor theater offers two short films on a rotating schedule, and the visitor center bookstore features books, tapes, videos and children’s items related to Cape Lookout National Seashore. Public restrooms and a nearby picnic area are available and wheelchair accessible. For more information call 252-728-2250 or visit www.nps.gov/calo.

Road, Harkers Island, approx 3.5 miles after Harkers Island Bridge, is a full-service marina with boat storage, repairs, ramp, lifts & slips. Gift shop & ships store with tackle, boat & beach supplies including ice, sodas, beer, coolers, snacks, sun block, cameras, caps & more. Your ‘Down East’ location for passenger ferry service to Cape Lookout Lighthouse & Shackleford Banks (east); the third ferry service you get to on Island Road. Marina info & reservations, 252-728-6181. Open year-round. All major credit cards accepted. (Map #91) Calico Jack’s Ferry, departs from Cape Lookout Ferry Service Terminal located on Harkers Island adjacent to the Cape Lookout National Seashore headquarters. Calico Jack’s is the closest ferry to Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks. The ferry rides takes approx. 10 minutes and departs twice an hour from Harkers Island. New for the 2012 season – a 49-passenger power catamaran, new restroom facilities, a remodeled gift shop with T-shirts & souvenirs and approx. 2 acres of free daily parking for customer convenience.

FERRIES, TOURS & SERVICES: To protect Cape Lookout National Seashore from commercial development and guarantee quality access/service to the public, the National Park Service (NPS) licenses and permits operators, camping concessions and fishing guides to provide services to the public for fees. Access to the cape is permitted by commercial ferry services and local private boats. Weather conditions may restrict ferry operation. FROM HARKERS ISLAND: Cape Pointe Marina & Ferry, 1390 Island

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Please visit our website for pictures and information. Thank you for your business! For info, call 252-728-3575 or visit www.capelookoutferry. com. (Map #92) FROM BEAUFORT: Island Ferry Adventures, voted 2011 Coaster Magazine Readers’ Choice Award Winner: Favorite Ferry Service, Tour Service & Outdoor Adventure Business. Located at 610 Front St., across from the Inlet Inn. Passenger Ferry Service begins 9am daily, weather permitting, departures top of the hour to Shackleford Banks (west end) (CLNS), shipwrecked Spanish mustangs & voted #1 shelling beach; Carrot Island (Rachel Carson Reserve); Sand Dollar Island & Bird Shoal. Ferry service operates late March to mid-October. Horse & Waterfront and Pirate & Nature scenic tours available during the summer. Reservations, passenger and rate minimums are required for all scenic trips. Group rates, MC/ VISA. See you spring, 2012. 252-728-7555, www. islandferryadventures.com. (Map #71) Outer Banks Ferry Service, ’06 Coaster Readers’ Award for Best Ferry Service & ’07 Red Ribbon Award for Best Local Tour Service, departs Front Street, Beaufort (across from NC Maritime Museum) on demand or reservation starting at 9am, 7 days/wk, explore the hidden treasure of the Crystal Coast with Capt. “Barrow-Cuda” & his buccaneers; personal water taxi to Carrot Island-Rachel Carson Reserve & Shackleford Banks where wild mustangs roam; on very end of Cape Lookout National Seashore, the best shelling on the coast; fishing, camping, surfing, swimming, hiking, bird & horse watching. Luxury Houseboat Rentals, fully furnished with skiff, reservations required; Cape Lookout Tour with guide, reservations required; Pirate Treasure Hunt, real life treasure hunts guided by an authentic pirate, reservations required; Water Bug Tours, relaxed and shaded, harbor tours, departs hourly; Anything Adventurous, custom tours & charters, inshore fishing, reservations required; Snack Shack with cold drinks,

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DOWN EAST

Heritage and tradition are alive and well in Down East Carteret County. Rich in maritime history and folk arts, this rural region sweeps visitors back in time to a more laid back, simpler time. Some of the country’s most talented boat builders are hidden amidst the small clustered communities. Commercial fishing continues to be a mainstay. And family is one of the most important assets a person can have.

Found east of Beaufort along Hwy 70, Down East encompasses the communities of Atlantic, Bettie, Cedar Island, Davis, Gloucester, Harkers Island, Lola, Marshallberg, Otway, Sea Level, Smyrna, Stacy, Straits and Williston. Each of these communities are unique and rich in maritime heritage and beauty, which was recognized in 2009 as 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 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, to follow the byway north.

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CORE SOUND WATERFOWL MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTER

If one word could sum up the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center’s mission, it would be “preservation.” Found at the end of Island Road on 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. With a focus on decoy 34

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carving, boat building, storytelling, oral histories of the region, local writers, traditional music, food, hunting, fishing and other skills, the talent is bountiful Down East, and the 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. Museum hours are 10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday and 2-5pm, Sunday. Admission is free. Details: 252-728-1500, www.coresound.com.

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on Saturday, March 16. To learn more, visit www.downeastfolksarts.org. If jazz is more your style, the Pamlico Musical Society’s All that Jazz series features Kathy Kosins on Saturday, Jan. 14, and Stephanie Nakasian on Saturday, Feb. 11. Both concerts will be held at the Old Theater in Oriental and begin at 7:30pm. Learn more at www.pamlicomusic. org/schedule. Taking a more classical approach, the American Music Festival brings the Vivaldi Project & Friends to the Carteret County Public Library in Beaufort on Saturday, Dec. 10. The concert, held in conjunction with the Beaufort Historical Association’s Candlelight Tour, begins at 8pm. At 8pm on Saturday, Jan. 14, the group brings the Carolina Piano Trio to The History Place in Morehead City. Single tickets or a pass for the festival’s entire season can be purchased. To learn more, visit www.americanmusicfestival. org.

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Tee Time Golf enthusiasts rave about how Eastern North Carolina suits them to a tee as soon as they discover the terrific and unique courses of the Crystal Coast. Most courses take full advantage of the area’s natural beauty and are built around maritime forests or near the water. When your eye’s not on the ball or focused on the hole, the Crystal Coast’s courses and their natural surroundings are sights to be seen. Spring and fall are considered two of the favorite times for golfing in the area with sunny days and cooler temps, but golfing is truly a year-round attraction in Eastern North Carolina as our terrific climate allows for play almost any time. In fact, during the winter month’s golfers are delighted not only by the good playing weather, but also by seasonal pricing specials and having the greens more to themselves for play at a truly relaxing pace. And during the prime time summer months, area courses ensure that the play remains at a leisurely pace, perfect for first-time golfers or those who have had the game of golf in their blood for years.

Most courses feature clubhouses, resident pros, well-equipped pro shops and are open to the public at great rates. All you have to do is call for a tee time. And if you’re a Crystal Coast resident and golfer, ask about the courses’ benefit tournaments held throughout the year. The community is always looking for teams and individuals for tournament play to benefit local organizations. Featured here are some of the best local courses when it comes to the Crystal Coast’s “golf coast.” Accessed from Hwy 70 just west of Morehead City, Brandywine Bay Golf Club is an 18-hole, par71 championship course designed among wooded areas, ponds and streams in the residential resort, Brandywine Bay. Visitors enjoy a putting green, pro shop, snack bar and lessons by appointment. Call 247-2541 or visit brandywinegolf.com. (Map #17) (continued on page 46)

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Tee Time (cont.) As the only golf course on Bogue Banks, the Country Club of the Crystal Coast is a treasure for golfers hoping for a picturesque setting of rolling sand dunes, tall pines, majestic oaks and a view of Bogue Sound. For group outings, membership information and times, call 252-726-1034 or visit cccrystalcoast.com. Silver Creek Golf Resort, located on Hwy 58, 3.5 miles north of the Emerald Isle Bridge, is an 18hole championship course with newly renovated “Tifeagle” greens and Bermuda fairways. This beautiful par-72 layout golf course was designed by Gene Hamm and offers four sets of tees. Men can be challenged by our 7,005 yards of course while ladies can enjoy 4,962 yards worth. During your round, you will discover elevated greens, water hazards and bunkers. Prior to your game, warm up on the driving range or work on your stroke at the putting greens. Call 393-8058 to book your tee time. Also enjoy Crystal Palms Par Three and Hawaiian Thunder Mini Golf, two fun places to introduce friends and family to the game of golf. Open

year-round and lighted during the season. Call 3931020. (Map #60) Celebrating more than 30 years of golf traditions and 27 championship holes, Star Hill Golf Club is the Crystal Coast’s premier golf club. Our three 9hole courses, the Lakes, Pines and Sands, feature bent grass greens that will excite the average golfer and challenge the expert. We are nestled in the heart of Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle and minutes away from Swansboro. The Champions Room is the ideal place to relax after your round and settle your score. Our facility is the perfect setting for your next company golf outing, corporate meeting or family celebration. Amenities: Total short game area, Cayman driving range, PGA professional instruction, rental clubs, golf shop, swimming pool and private airstrip open to the public. Memberships available. *Soft spikes required. General Manager and Director of Golf: Mick Brown. Superintendent: Damon Libby. Course Architect: R.T. Birney. Call 393-8111. (Map #59)

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Bicycle Sales/Rentals Beach Wheels Bike Rentals, 607 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Suite 103, free delivery & pickup anywhere on the Crystal Coast, free lock; we also carry child seats; adult bikes, beach cruisers, children’s bikes, adult tricycles, tandems, tag-a-longs & more. Let us know what you need, 252-240-BIKE (2453), 800-504-2450. (Map #19)

Charters, Cruises, Ferries, Fishing, Tours Cape Pointe Marina & Ferry, 1390 Island Road, Harkers Island, approx 3.5 miles after Harkers Island Bridge, full-service marina with boat storage, repairs, ramp, lifts & slips. Annual RV sites available on premise, gift shop & ships store with tackle, boat & beach supplies including ice, sodas, beer, coolers, snacks, sunblock, cameras, caps & more. The ‘Down East’ location for passenger ferry service to Cape Lookout Lighthouse & Shackleford Banks. Marina & ferry info, reservations, 252-728-6181. Cape Pointe Marina is open year-round. All major credit cards accepted, www.capepointemarina. com. (Map #91) Capt. Stacy IV, docked at the Capt. Stacy Fishing Center on the Atlantic Beach Causeway, 83-ft. air-conditioned vessel, leaves for the Gulf Stream at 6am; 24-hr. trips to the Gulf Stream, call for res-

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ervations 800-533-9417, 252-726-4675 or 252-2477501, MC/V/DC. (Map #21) Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is Beaufort’s largest cruising vessel (75’) located across from BB&T Bank – 612 Front St. Daily scenic and fishing cruises offering the longest fully narrated tour covering 15 miles of the beautiful Crystal Coast: April thru October. Two-hour Brunch with the Dolphin cruise every Sunday at 11:30am, Dolphin Watches (first boat out on Monday and Thursday at 8:45am), 1½ hour pirate cruises daily, 3-hour Treasure Hunt & Shackleford Banks combo departing Monday & Thursday at noon. Also offering ½ day morning & evening near-shore and inland fishing trips (no sea sickness) on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The vessel is wheelchair accessible and has women’s and men’s accommodations, a full galley, ABC Permits, an enclosed top deck (fully shaded), plenty of outside seating and kids steering station. Reservations are strongly recommended. Private charters are available for all occasions up to 150 passengers. M/C, Visa, Amex and Discover accepted 252-728-8687 or 252-728-7287 or www. crystalcoastlady.com. (Map #72) Island Ferry Adventures, voted 2011 Coaster Magazine Readers’ Choice Award Winner: Favorite Ferry Service, Tour Service & Outdoor Adventure

Business. Located at 610 Front St., across from the Inlet Inn. Passenger Ferry Service begins 9am daily, weather permitting, departures top of the hour to Shackleford Banks (west end) (CLNS), shipwrecked Spanish mustangs & voted #1 shelling beach; Carrot Island (Rachel Carson Reserve); Sand Dollar Island & Bird Shoal. Ferry service operates late March to mid-October. Horse & Waterfront and Pirate & Nature scenic tours available during the summer. Reservations, passenger and rate minimums are required for all scenic trips. Group rates, MC/VISA. See you spring, 2012. 252-728-7555, www.islandferryadventures.com. (Map #71) Outer Banks Ferry Service, ’06 Coaster Readers’ Award for Best Ferry Service & ’07 Red Ribbon Award for Best Local Tour Service, departs Front Street, Beaufort (across from NC Maritime Museum) on demand or reservation starting at 9am, 7 days/wk, explore the hidden treasure of the Crystal Coast with Capt. “Barrow-Cuda” & his buccaneers; personal water taxi to Carrot Island-Rachel Carson Reserve & Shackleford Banks where wild mustangs roam; on very end of Cape Lookout National Seashore, the best shelling on the coast; fishing, camping, surfing, swimming, hiking, bird & horse watching. Luxury houseboat rentals, fully furnished with skiff, reservations required; Cape Lookout Tour with guide, reservations required; Pirate Treasure Hunt, real life treasure hunts guided by an authentic pirate, reservations required; Water Bug Tours, relaxed and shaded, harbor tours, departs hourly; Anything Adventurous, custom tours & charters, inshore fishing, reservations required. Snack Shack with cold drinks, hot dogs & ice cream; showers available when you come off the boat. Open yearround, call for details, reservations, 252-728-4129. (Map #80)

Family Fun Golfin’ Dolphin, Cape Carteret, offers driving range, mini golf, bumper boats, batting cages & go-carts. Located next to MacDaddy’s, 393-8131, thegolfindolphin.com. (Map #58) The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events, 1311 Arendell St., Morehead City, is the No. 1 place on the Crystal Coast for live family entertainment. From comedy to magic, rock to country, plays and seminars, we offer the best shows on the beach. Visit www.themoreheadcenter.com for a full lineup of year-round performances, or call the box office at 252-726-1501. (Map #7) NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (mile marker 7), dive into adventure at the new NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Explore shipwrecks without 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, $8 (ages 13-61); $7 ages 62 & over; $6 ages 3-12. Children age 2 & under and members of the NC Aquariums admitted free. Annual memberships, $60 family; $40 individual, ncaquariums.com, 252247-4003. (Map #32) (continued on page 50)

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emerald isle comes time to choose the perfect place to stay. Interestingly enough, this area of Bogue Banks remained largely uninhabited until the 1950s when it was purchased by a group of developers. While contemplating their investment, a consultant was flown over the area for a visual survey. Viewing the lush green maritime forest set against the sparkling blue-greens of the Atlantic Ocean, he suggested “Emerald Isle.” Emerald Isle pays tribute to that Irish namesake each March with its St. Patrick’s Festival, one of the Crystal Coast’s biggest spring events. Vacation attractions include miniature golf, movies, fishing, bike paths that span the town, natural areas such as Emerald Woods park 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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Caught in the middle, in more ways than one, is the small town of Salter Path. Located in the middle of Bogue Banks, Salter Path is also right in the middle of Indian Beach. Watch the signs carefully as you drive first through Indian Beach and into Salter Path, then back through Indian Beach once more. The cozy residential communities swell each summer with second home owners and

vacationers searching for a perfect stretch of beach. Despite the climb in population, the two towns continue to be the ideal place to find a spot in the sun. Play on the beach, kayak, Jet Ski, watch shrimp boats bring in their catch or embrace your inner child with a day of mini-golf, go-karts and bumper boats. Accommodations range from private homes to family run hotels with plenty of dining options in between. Still a hub for commercial fishing, the day’s catch is abundant in Salter Path and Indian Beach with an array of locally-owned restaurants ready to serve it up on a daily basis. Cradled in the arms of Indian Beach, the village of Salter Path was the first on the island, having emerged in the late 1800s. Historical reports claim that local fishermen would carry barrels of mullet from the beach to the sound to trade with a boat offering sweet potatoes and corn. Over the years, a permanent path was worn beside Riley Salter’s house; hence the community’s name. Visitors find a variety of accommodations, including condominiums, resorts, beach homes and more. The area’s main public beach access offers restrooms, showers and picnic tables, and features a long, winding boardwalk that meanders through forested dunes down to a beautiful, wide beach. Details: www.indianbeach.org.

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It may be because Swansboro is a perfect festival location. Perched along the beautiful White Oak River on Hwy 24, between Cape Carteret and Jacksonville, the village offers a unique hilly landscape that seems to cradle the historic buildings in its downtown district. Visit the historic downtown waterfront for a day of antiquing, shopping, charter fishing, kayak-

ing and delightful dining, or take a look at historic markers to learn about Otway Burns and other local legends. As you head from Swansboro to Emerald Isle you’ll discover a treasure trove of antique shops, kayak shops and more in Cedar Point. At the intersection of Hwys 24 and 58, Cape

Carteret welcomes visitors with golf courses, restaurants, shopping and more. Tucked away behind the trees, beautiful residential properties lie along the Intracoastal Waterway on Bogue Sound, offering a small piece of heaven for those who settle there. Details: swansboronc.org

Hammocks beach Kayaking and canoeing, camping, fishing, picnicking, bird watching, swimming and strolling along quiet beaches are just some of the enjoyable pastimes found at Hammocks Beach State Park, south of Swansboro off Hwy 24. On the mainland and on the state park’s Bear Island, rangers often schedule seasonal nature programs and talks focusing on the area’s fascinating features and history. Getting to Bear Island can only be done by boat or the park’s 2.5-mile ferry. On the way, you can view wetland inhabitants, including graceful herons and egrets. On the island a half-mile trail travels through magnificent sand dunes to the beach. Camping sites, hiking trails and a bathhouse are also available to guests.

Bear Island and Huggins Island (also in Hammocks Beach State Park and of great interest because of its lowland marsh system and Civil War history) have interesting stories to tell so be sure and inquire. Hammocks Beach State Park is open 8am until 6pm daily, September through May, and 8am until 7pm daily, June through August. The park ferry operates daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, except during inclement weather. For more information, call 910-326-4881. Coaster

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The following restaurants are listed alphabetically by towns. Call to verify hours, especially during the off season. Map #â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s refer to restaurant locations on our maps, indexed alphabetically by advertiser in each area. Atlantic Beach to Pine Knoll Shores: Channel Marker, 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 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, 252-247-2344. (Map #18) Clamdigger Inn & Restaurant, Salter Path Road, features local fresh seafood, homemade dinners of the South, dietersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fare & daily breakfast, lunch & dinner specials; oceanfront Cutty Sark Lounge has daily drink specials & weekend DJ, 247-4155, clamdiggerinn.com. (Map #31)

Island Grille, 401 Money Island Drive, Atlantic Beach, serves inventive, creative cuisine featuring fresh local seafood & ingredients, plus signature sauces. Steak, seafood & pasta dishes featured, see the ad for popular Monday & Tuesday specials, extensive beer & wine list, open for dinner daily at 5pm, reservations highly recommended, 252-240-0000. (Map #25)

Beaufort: Beaufort Grocery Co., just off the waterfront at 117 Queen St., creative menu of local seafood, beef, lamb & veal, freshly baked breads & desserts, original soups & salads, Sunday brunch; ABC, catering, open for lunch & dinner, open 7 days a week, Memorial Day to Labor Day, MC/V/Amex, dinner reservations recommended, available for private catered dining, 252-728-3899. (Map #73) (continued on page 60)

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Blue Moon Bistro, 119 Queen St., fine dining in a casual setting in historic Beaufort, daily specials, comprehensive wine list, all ABC permits, dinner only, reservations recommended, 252-7285800, bluemoonbistro.biz. (Map #81) Finz Grill, 330 Front St., Beaufort. Join us for classic Down East seafood, choice ribeyes, a full service lounge and panoramic views of Taylors Creek and the Beaufort waterfront. Outside seating and second floor viewing deck and dock space for water access, 252-728-7459. (Map #79)

Emerald Isle: Bushwackers at Bogue Inlet Pier on the ocean, serving island drinks, steaks & fresh broiled/ steamed/grilled seafood under a lush tropical canopy. Open at 5pm daily, MC/V, kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; menu, all ABC, 252-354-6300. (Map #54) Portofino, Bell Cove Village, Coast Guard Road. Now open for lunch, new lower priced dinner menu. Dinner served 4:30pm-until, 252-3548111. (Map #57)

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RuckerJohns Restaurant, Emerald Plantation Shopping Center, prepares everything in-house; great sandwiches, salads, pastas, lightly battered & barbecued shrimp, grilled seafood, steaks, chicken & more; open daily all year for lunch & dinner; outdoor dining available. All ABC, MC/V/ AE, 252-354-2413. (Map #56)

Morehead City: Sea Side Cheese Cake Dessert Shoppe, 1002 Arendell St., more than 20 varieties of cheesecake, pastries, cookies & cakes, coffee & tea, eat in or take out, open Wed.-Sat. 10am-5pm, 252-7262339. (Map #5) Beaufort Grocery Too, 913 Arendell St., downtown Morehead City, specializing in local seafood, pork and beef barbecue. Daily features and specials, kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu, all ABC permits, exposed wine cellar, open kitchen and all desserts now made in house. Open for dinner at 5pm, closed Tuesday. Sunday brunch buffet begins at 11am. For reservations call: 252-727-0815 or visit us at www.beaufortgrocery.com. (Map #3)

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CEDAR ISLAND-OCRACOKE TOLL FERRY 2 ¼ Hours - 50 Cars Reservations Recommended Call 1-800-293-3779 Jan. 1 - April 18, Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Depart Depart Cedar Island Ocracoke 7:30 AM 7:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 5:00 PM 5:00 PM Apr. 19 - May 23 Depart Depart Cedar Island Ocracoke 7:00 AM 7:30 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:30 PM 1:00 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 8:30 PM 8:30 PM May 24 - Oct. 31 Depart Depart Cedar Island Ocracoke 7:00 AM 7:30 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 8:30 PM 8:30 PM Fares (One Way) Pedestrian $1 Bicycle Rider $3 Motorcycles $10 Vehicle and/or combination $15 less than 20’ Vehicle and/or combination $30 20’ up to 40’ Vehicle and/or combination $45 over 40’ up to 65’ Name of driver & type of vehicle are required when making reservations. Can call up to one year in advance.

SWAN QUARTER-OCRACOKE TOLL FERRY Reservations call 1-800-293-3779 2 ½ Hours - 50 cars Jan. 1 - April 18, Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Depart Depart Swan Quarter Ocracoke 10:00 AM 7:00 AM 5:00 PM 1:00 PM Apr. 19 - May 23 Depart Depart Swan Quarter Ocracoke 10:00 AM 6:30 AM 4:30 PM 12:45 PM

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Good Buys Art, Crafts & More: Blu Sail Gallery, 1103-A Arendell St., Morehead City. Featuring contemporary art, local and international photography, pottery, wood carving, stained glass and more with an array of classes for all experience levels. Hours, 10am-5pm Tuesday through Saturday, open until 8pm on Fridays, 252723-9516. (Map #6) Carolina Artist Studio Gallery, 800 Evans St., corner of 8th, Morehead City. Largest gallery on the Crystal Coast featuring fine art, pottery & stained glass by local & regional artists. We offer a variety of classes. Hours 10am-5pm Tue.-Sat., 252-7267550. (Map #2) Handscapes Gallery, 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, 410 Front St., 252-7286805, www.handscapesgallery.com, handscapes@ gmail.com. (Map #78) Tierra Fina, 415 Front St., Beaufort, handpainted pottery from Spain, Portugal, Mexico, Morocco & Tunisia. Open 7 days a week, tierrafinanc.com, 252-504-2789. (Map #76)

Beachwear: Sandi’s Beachwear, West Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, emphasizes women’s specialty swimwear, sizes 4-24, juniors, long torso, special cup sizes AA-EE, separates, the right suit for every size & taste; maternity, mastectomy, casual & cruise wear by Ann Trinity, Jams World, Foxcroft, PB&J, Wild Palms, French Dressing, Tracy Negoshian, Peppermint Bay, Tommy Bahama and more. Great selection of beach bags, sandals, hats, sunscreen (SPF 50), shoes and accessories, 252-726-4812. (Map #27)

Books & Gifts: Beach Book Mart, Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, features the largest selection of books on the beach including bestsellers, local books, children’s,

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cookbooks, crafts, magazines & many more, 252240-5655. (Map #30) Book Shop, 4915 Arendell St. beside Kmart, Morehead City. 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 & browse, 252-240-1163. (Map #15) Dee Gee’s Gifts & Books, Morehead City waterfront, 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, we ship anywhere, 800-DEE-GEES (3334337), 252-726-3314. (Map #1) ICW Gift and Monogram Co., 4426 Arendell St., Morehead City, featuring custom T-shirts, embroidery, team sports apparel and specialty gifts alongside beach and boat bags, totes, soft-sided

bed & bath linen service. Year-round, reserve ahead to ensure availability, 888-398-8887, 252-354-8887, info@island-essentials.com. (Map #55) Island Traders, 421 Front St., Beaufort, 5043000 and Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, 2402825, features great names & great prices, come in & browse the bargains. Large selection of Vibram Five Fingers and Merrell Footwear. Find famous brands like Patagonia, Costa Del Mar, Smith Optics, Toms, Reef, Sanuk and more, www.beaufortislandtraders. com. (Map #29) Sandi’s Beachwear, West Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, emphasizes women’s specialty swimwear, sizes 4-24, juniors, long torso, special cup sizes AA-EE, separates, the right suit for every size & taste; maternity, mastectomy, casual & cruise wear by Ann Trinity, Jams World, Foxcroft, PB&J, Wild Palms, French Dressing, Tracy Negoshian, Peppermint Bay, Tommy Bahama and more. Great selection of beach bags, sandals, hats, sunscreen (SPF 50), shoes and accessories, 252-726-4812. (Map #27)

coolers and more. Visit the new store at Pelletier Harbor Shops, 252-808-3008. (Map #11) Rocking Chair Book Store, 400 Front St., Beaufort (Somerset Square), featuring bestsellers, children’s books, local/regional books, new & used, 252-728-2671. (Map #77)

Clothing & Accessories: Harbor Specialties, 437 Front St., Beaufort, 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. We do custom embroidery & logos in-house. Bring in yours, 838-0059 or 877369-4999, www.harborspecialties.com. (Map #75) Island Essentials, Linen & Leisure Supply Company, 208 Bogue Inlet Drive, Emerald Isle. High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home. Also

Second to None, 4370 Arendell St., Pelletier Harbor Shops, Morehead City, women’s brand name clothing & accessories, sizes 0 to 3x, including maternity. Casual to formal wear, shoes, jewelry & handbags. Original artwork, also available. Mon.Sat. 10am-5pm, 252-240-2002. (Map #34) Tassels, Pelletier Harbor Shops, 4426 Arendell St., Morehead City, great place to shop for shoes, handbags, jewelry & gift items; a shoe store plus a whole lot more; we now carry a wonderful selection of invitations & personalized note cards for all occasions, 252-247-7463. (Map #33) Top Deck, largest mens’ & ladies’ clothing store in Beaufort, brand names such as Fresh Produce, Royal Robbins, Sperry shoes, Rainbow sandals, Crocs, Hook & Tackle, Vineyard Vines, Southern Tide, Tori Richards and more; fill all your casual clothing needs from head to toe. MC/V, 252-7286670. (Map #70).

Gourmet Items & Edibles: Ginny Gordon’s, 1011 Arendell St., downtown Morehead City. Specializing in cookware, aprons,

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Gifts & Specialty: Bird Stuff Etc., Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, everything for the bird enthusiast: bird feeders, premixed or mix-your-own seeds, houses, supplies & more. Tilley clothes for men & women, Sloggers, Gnomes, Waterfalls, New Chairs. All in one convenient location with Kites Unlimited, 252-2477011. (Map #28) Flip Flops, 7702 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, features flip flops galore, plus gifts of whimsy, clothing & accessories, furniture, art, jewelry, hats and sunglasses, 252-354-3446. (Map #51)

Jewelry: DP Jewelry Designs, 4667-C Arendell St., Morehead City, specializes in unique gold & sterling jewelry at reasonable prices, large selection of handcrafted bracelets, earrings, necklaces & rings; custom designs made on the premises, meteorite jewelry & fossils, original metal sculptures by local artists, www.dpjewelry.com, or call 252-727-0550. (Map #13) Diamond Shoal Jewelers, 4737 Arendell St. (Hwy 70), Morehead City, specializes in nautical 14K & sterling silver jewelry, as well as estate and designer pieces including Scott Kay, Slane & Slane, Hidalgo and Pandora; custom designs, repairs & appraisals. All work done on premises, Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm, 252-726-9582. (Map #14)

J.R. Dunn Fine Jewelers, Emerald Plantation in Emerald Isle (252-354-5074) or Cypress Bay Plaza in Morehead City (252-726-8700), offers unique & fine quality jewelry including unique pieces such as the Emerald Isle Destination Bracelet. Take home this or another memorable piece of paradise or find the perfect gift here. (Map #16) Stamperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewelers, 435 Front St. in Beaufort (across from the flagpole on the boardwalk) in business since 1955, large selection of diamond, genuine stone, 14K & 10K gold & sterling silver jewelry, watches by Bulova, Seiko & Caravelle, large selection of gifts for men, women & children, jewelry, watch & clock repairs, engraving on premises, 252-728-4967. (Map #74)

Medical: Carteret General Hospital Urgent Care, 3722 E. Bridges St., Morehead City, 252-808-6611, provides full medical care 7 days a week for minor

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Outdoors, Etc.: EJW Outdoors, 4667 Arendell St., Morehead City, offers a tremendous selection of recreational gear from all types of sports, plus biking, hunting, paintball & more, but fishing is a prime feature of EJW’s inventory. Find the best in rod & reels, tackle, bait & much more, 252-247-4725. (Map #12) Kites Unlimited, at Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, offers quality kites & windsocks, stunt kites, unique games & puzzles, kite accessories, flags & banners; go flying with us 9am Sun., Fort Macon State Park, 252-247-7011. (Map #28)

Seafood: Atlantic Beach Seafood Market, 211-A Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 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. 252-247-2430. (Map #24)

emergencies, such as sprains, simple cuts and ear infections, filling the gap when your doctor isn’t available. Open from 9am-9pm Mon.-Sat. and noon to 8pm on Sun. (Map #10)

Cap’n Willis Seafood Market, 7803 Emerald Dr., look for the bright red roof! Fresh local seafood daily from Cap’n Willis boats – peeled & deveined shrimp, tuna, local oysters, grouper, scallops, clams, crabs, crabmeat, homemade crab cakes & more. We pack coolers for travel! Open 7 days a week, 9am-7pm, 252-354-2500. (Map #53)

Crystal Coast Family Practice, two locations at 505 N. 35th St., Morehead City and 540 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point. Comprehensive medical care for all ages: pediatric, adolescent, adult, preventative, acute illnesses and injuries, women’s health, minor surgical procedures, dermatology, physicals, skin cancer screening. Accepting new patients – appointments and walk-ins welcome, 252-726-8414 (Morehead City), 252-393-6374 (Cedar Point), www.crystalcoastfp.net. (Map #9) James M. Wells, DDS, PA, 208 Professional Circle, Morehead City, dental care working to create beautiful smiles. One appointment crowns, complete family and cosmetic dental care, Zoom 2 whitening, new patients welcome, 252-247-3010. (Map #8) Coaster

Coastal Calendar DECEMBER Fri. 2: Core Sound Seafood & Wild Game Extravaganza. 6-9pm. Core Sound Waterfowl Weekend celebrates its commencement with a preview of featured artisans, live music and an auction. The menu will include dishes ranging from duck and venison to marinated shrimp and bacon wrapped scallops. A dessert reception follows. Tickets are $150 per couple or $75 per individual. Details: 252-728-1500.

Christmas Artwalk. 4-8pm. Artwalk maps will be located at the train station, 1001 Arendell St., Morehead City. Enjoy live entertainment, a Silent Night Silent Auction, living art community mural painting, refreshments and walking escorts by the Arts Council of Carteret County. Christmas Tree Lighting. 5-8pm. Meet at Katherine Davis Park as downtown Morehead City businesses kick off the holidays. Join Santa for hot chocolate, cider and baked goods at 5pm. The tree lighting ceremony will start at 6pm with live music. Details: www.downtownmoreheadcity.com.

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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. Call 252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title.

Sat. 3: Floyd’s Breakfast with Santa. 8:30-11:30am. Join Santa at Floyd’s 1921 restaurant for breakfast. Three seating times available. Reservations are required. Details: 252727-1921. Indoor Craft Fair. 9am-4pm. The History Place, will host a craft fair offering a variety of holiday gifts, pottery, fabric dolls, clay seahorses, fused glass pendants, painted gourds and much more. Event is free and open to the public. Details: 252-2477533. Chowder & Cheer Crawl. 15pm. Downtown Morehead City restaurants compete to win votes for best chowder. Tickets are $20. Details: www.downtownmoreheadcity.com. Carolina Maritime Model Society. 2pm. Meetings are open to the public at the NC Maritime Museum auditorium. Details: 252-728-7317. Holiday Flotilla. 5:30pm. Each Christmas the residents along the Crystal Coast like to celebrate the season with their own personal style. Boats decked out in Christmas finery cruise past the Morehead City and Beaufort waterfronts at sunset. Boats will arrive in Beaufort at 6:15pm. Details: 252-728-7317.

3-4: Waterfowl Weekend. 9am5pm, Sat. and 10am-4pm, Sun. The Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center opens its doors for two days of demonstrations, local music, decoy carvers and exhibitors, educational exhibits, competitions, arts and crafts and plenty of food. Associated special events include a live auction full of hunting collectibles at 5pm, Saturday. Event runs from 9am5pm on Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday. Details: 252-728-1500.

Decoy Festival. The 24th annual Core Sound Decoy Festival, held at Harkers Island Elementary School, will feature silent and live auctions, approximately 100 vendors and exhibitors, raffle tickets to win prizes and several competitions for adults and youth. The festival runs from 9am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday. Details: 252-838-8818.

3, 4, 17 &18: Christmas at the Beach. Produced by Phil Routszong, this holiday funfest features the stars of Christmas shows past, including Frosty, Santa, Rudolph and more. Shows are planned for 2 and 7pm each Saturday and 2pm each Sunday. Bring the kids to join the cast onstage. Details: www.themoreheadcenter.com or 252-726-1501.

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4: Gingerbread House Competition. Noon-5pm. Bring your holiday decorated gingerbread house for a chance to participate in this fun downtown Morehead City competition. Details: 252-808-0440. Celtic Christmas Concert. 2pm. Enjoy Celtic ballads and Christmas favorites performed in a lively Celtic style at Swansboro’s town hall. Details: 561-670-5534 or music@jenniferlicko.com.

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D-Day Film Screening. 6:30pm. The History Place presents a free program on the World War II European battlefields that features a film screening of “The Americans on D-Day.” Earl Norwood, local veteran, Richard Lanni, filmmaker and Rodney Kemp, local historian, will be in attendance. Details: 252-247-7533 or historyplace@ thehistoryplace.org. Thur. 8: Brown Bag Gam – Offshore Ship Life and Wildlife. Noon. This lunch program at the NC Maritime Museum features an informal presentation of Keith Rittmaster’s recent summer journey spent offshore in the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean assisting NOAA. Free. Details: 252-728-7317.

Fri. 9: Lunch with History. The History Place offers its “Lunch with a Dash of History” series. Tickets are $12 including lunch, $4 without lunch. Reservations and payment must be made Wed. before lecture. Details: 252-247-7533, ext. 106 or www.thehistoryplace.org. Champagne Beer Party. 5-9pm. Live music and advice on Champagne Beer to complement holiday events. Harrika’s Brew Haus, 911 Cedar Point Blvd., Swansboro. Details: 252-354-7911. 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. Call 252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title. Sat. 10: Contemporary Boat

boats at the NC Maritime Museum. Reservations are required and fee is $135. Details: 252-728-7317. Breakfast with Santa. 10am. The Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Department invite children of all ages to join Santa for a Christmas story and breakfast. Admission is one unwrapped gift per child or five cans of food. Advance registration is required by calling 252-354-6350. Morehead City Parade. 11am. Downtown Morehead City. Details: 252-808-0440. Christmas Candlelight Tour. 58pm. Tour private homes in Beaufort and ride on the double-decker bus with carolers from local churches. Homeowners open their doors so the public can delight in their festive décor. Cost is $12. Details: 252-7285225.

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9-14: Festival of Trees. Holiday decorated trees will be on display for show and sale. Guests are welcome from 9am-1pm on Friday; 9am-9pm, Saturday through Tuesday; and 9am1pm, Wednesday. Entertainment and visits from Santa are scheduled throughout the event. Free and open to public. Details: 252-808-6085.

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Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for 16 and under. Shows are planned for 2 and 7pm, Saturday and 2pm, Sunday. Purchase at www.themoreheadcenter.com or 252-726-1501. Christmas Murder Mystery Dinner. “The Miscreants’ Christmas” will be presented at The History Place. Performances are planned for 7pm, Saturday and 2pm, Sunday. Tickets are $35 for museum members and $40 for nonmembers on Saturday and matinee tickets are $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers on Sunday. Details: 252-247-7533 or historyplace@thehistoryplace.org. Sun. 11: NC Maritime Museum Annual Membership Meeting. 23pm. The Friends of the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, will hold its annual membership meeting. Details: 252-728-7317. Indoor Adult Coed Soccer League. 5:30pm. Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation will host an indoor adult soccer league each Sunday from December to mid-February at 7500 Emerald Drive. Fee is $300 per team. League information and registration materials are available at www.cfasoccer.net or contact league coordinator, Jeremy Maia at jeremymaia@ soccershots.org.

– Maritime Folklore. Noon. This lunch program at the NC Maritime Museum will feature stories of the sea passed throughout generations of sailors. Were mermaids really manatees and whales sea monsters? Find out through this free program. Details: 252-728-7317.

Fri. 16: David Ball in Concert. 7:30pm. Enjoy a traditional country Christmas celebration at The Morehead Center with David Ball. Tickets are $25 to $30 for adults and $15 for children under 16. Purchase tickets at www.themoreheadcenter.com or 252-726-1501. Sat. 17: Scrapbook Workshop. 10am-1pm. Held at Emerald Isle Parks Recreation for ages 12 and up. Preregistration is required. Use of tools and snack provided with $5 fee. Additional packages available. Details: 910-326-6164.

26-28: Aquarium Holiday Camps. 8am-12:30pm, grades 2-3 and 15:30pm, grades 4-5. Camps will combine fun and learning into a wintertime adventure. Participants will enjoy outdoor activities, discovery labs, crafts, behind the scenes action

and more. Advance registration and $100 deposit required. Camps are limited to 12. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

30-31: Year of the Whale. 10am4pm. The NC Maritime Museum makes a splash with a “fin-tastic” new exhibit coming in 2012, Whales and Whaling. As part of Carteret County’s First Night festivities, get a preview of the crowning feature of the new display, a 33-foot sperm whale skeleton. Free and open to the public, enjoy games, crafts and presentations. Details: 252-728-7317.

Sat. 31: Crystal Coast First Night at the Aquarium. 9am-5pm. Buy one admission to the aquarium and get a second of equal or lesser value at no cost. Tickets must be for Dec. 31 only. Details: 252-247-4003 or www. ncaqauriums.com.

january Sun. 1: Penguin Plunge. 1pm. Register onsite at 10:30am for this Arctic dip in the ocean at the Atlantic Beach Circle. More than 300 participated in the 2011 event. Donations are given to local charities. Details: 252-808-7485. New Year’s Day Kite Fly. Noon. Get in a little practice for the annual Carolina Kite Festival by joining local enthusiasts at the Atlantic Beach Circle. Free. Details: 252-247-7011. Wed. 11: Brown Bag Gam – Heritage Watercraft of Carteret County. Noon. This lunch program at the NC Maritime Museum will highlight local sportfishing boats and discuss ancestry directly back to the area’s working watercraft. Free. Details: 252-728-7317.

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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. Call 252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title. Sat. 14: Bridal Fair. 10am-4pm. Meet more than 50 of the area’s top wedding professionals and speak with vendors about services and products

offered without the pressure of purchasing at the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City. Tickets are $6 and available at the door or in advance. Contact: Pam Kaiser 252-2403256 or 252-728-247-3883. The Pevensey: Civil War Shipwreck Lecture Series. 3-4pm. Join the NC Maritime Museum and Rob Reedy for a look at the Civil War blockade runner Pervensey and the site in Bogue Banks where it is still visible today. Details: 252-728-7317. Melissa Greener in Concert. 8pm. The Down East Folk Arts Society welcomes the musician to Clawson’s Restaurant, Beaufort. Tickets are $15 for general admission; $12 for members and $8, students. Details: 252-633-6444 or www.downeastfolkarts.org. Carolina Piano Trio. 8pm. The American Music Festival presents the (continued on page 72)

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Mon. 16: Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. 11am. Everyone is welcome to this lunchtime celebration at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City, for speeches, music and an uplifting message. Details: 252-726-3754. Free admission to the Aquarium. Celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday at the aquarium with free admission. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Wed. 18: Brown Bag Gam – Beaufort’s Dolphins. Noon. This lunch program at the NC Maritime Museum will provide updates on the area’s dolphin population. Free. Details: 252-728-7317.

Thur. 19: Cheers and Beers. 7pm. The Beaufort Music Festival hosts its annual fundraiser event at the Cru Wine Bar in downtown Beaufort. Enjoy live music while sampling heavy hors d’oeuvres donated by area restaurants. Beverages provided by wine and beer distributors. Tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door and are available beginning Jan. 2. Details: www.beaufortmusicfestival. com. Fri. 20: Clam Chowder Cook-Off. 6-8pm. This Friends of the NC Maritime Museum event is always a favorite. Sample the wares and choose your favorite. Space is limited. Cost is $25. Details: 252-728-7317.

Sat. 21: Scrapbook Workshop. 10am-1pm. Held at Emerald Isle Parks Recreation for ages 12 and up, preregistration is required. Use of tools and snack provided with $5 fee. Additional packages available. Details: 910-326-6164.

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21-22: Traditional Boat Building Carpentry. 9am-4:30pm. Learn traditional boat building techniques in this hands-on workshop offered by the NC Maritime Museum. As a team, participants will construct a traditional “rack of eye” flat-bottomed skiff. Reservations required. Cost is $135. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Wed. 25: Brown Bag Gam – Oysters in Local Culture. Noon. NC This lunch program at the NC Maritime Museum will teach everything from the biology of the oyster to how to collect and cook your own with taste testing included. Free. Details: 252728-7317.

Sat. 28: 4 v 4 Coed Indoor Volleyball Tournament. 8am. Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation sponsors this annual tourney. Must be 16 to play. Advance registration is required by Jan. 27. Team fee is $55 with prize money going to the top two teams. Teams must bring their own balls and act as officials when not playing. Event runs until the last game is played. Details: 252-354-6350. Carolina Maritime Model Society. 2pm. Meetings are open to the public at the NC Maritime Museum auditorium. Details: 252-728-7317.

february Wed. 2: Brown Bag Gam – Bonehenge. Noon. This lunch program at the NC Maritime Museum will detail staff and volunteer experiences during the past 10 years as they rebuilt the skeleton of a 33.5-foot sperm whale. Free. Details: 252-728-7317.

3-5: Carolina Chocolate Festival. Chocolate is the theme, from decadent selections to pudding eating contests, this festival will converge on the Crystal Coast Civic Center into a chocolate haven. Benefits go to area nonprofit groups. Details: www. carolinachocolatefestival.com.

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Nine-Day Boatbuilding. 9am-4:30pm each day. With expert guidance, participants will build their own flat-bottomed skiff or small round-bottomed boat. Class price, $1,750, includes all materials and use of tools. Details: 252-728-7317.

Wed. 8: Brown Bag Gam – Crissie Wright. Noon. This lunch program at the NC Maritime Museum presents “Cold as the Night, Crissie Wright Came Ashore!” Details: 252728-7317.

Fri. 10: 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. Call 252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title. Sat. 11: Gloucester Mardi Gras. 11am-6pm. Folk, blues jazz, Cajun and Zydeco tunes will blast throughout Gloucester. Open and free to the public. Gumbo, fried turkey and other Cajun treats will be served in the afternoon following the Fool’s Procession. Entertainment provided by the Unknown Tongues. To donate gumbo items, contact 252-7296261, 252-729-8021 or visit www. unknowntongues.com. Civil War Lecture – African Americans in NC. Noon. Join the NC Maritime Museum and Dr. Jeff Crow for a look at the Civil War in Carteret County from mourning practices to blockade runners. Details: 252-728-7317. Molly Andrews Performs. 8pm. The Down East Folk Arts Society welcomes the musician to Clawson’s Restaurant, Beaufort. Tickets are $15 for general admission; $12 for members; and $8, students. Details: 252633-6444 or www.downeastfolkarts. org. Seduction in the Seas. Enjoy an intimate and educational Valentine’s event for animal lovers. Find out about underwater dating, mating and romance in the sea. Desserts

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and coffee will be served. This event is for adults 18 and up only. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums. com.

Sun. 12: Valentine Membership Drive. 2-4pm. The Beaufort Historical Association will open the buildings of Beaufort Historic Site for current and prospective members to explore how BHA utilizes funds to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of Beaufort and Carteret County. Details: 252-728-5225 or www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Tues. 14: Brown Bag Gam – Love at Sea. Noon. This lunch program at the NC Maritime Museum presents the love stories of the sea. Free. Details: 252-728-7317.

Sat. 18: Scrapbook Workshop. 10am-1pm. A scrapbooking workshop will be held at Emerald Isle Parks Recreation for ages 12 and up. Pre-registration is required. Use of tools and snack provided with $5 fee. Additional packages available. Details: 910-326-6164. Wed. 22: Empty Bowls. 11am1pm. The ninth annual charity luncheon will be held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center to help raise money for the local soup kitchen through the help of potters and area chefs. Advanced ticket purchases re-

quired, $18 per person. Tickets available at Art Escape Gallery, Morehead City, Cape Carteret Aquatic & Wellness Center and Handscapes Gallery, Beaufort. Details: 252-240-9841.

Sat. 25: 4 v 4 Coed Indoor Volleyball Tournament. 8am. Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation sponsors this annual tourney. Must be 16 to play. Advance registration is required by Jan. 27. Team fee is $55 with prize money going to the top two teams. Teams must bring their own balls and act as officials when not playing. Event runs until the last game is played. Details: 252-354-6350. Carolina Maritime Model Society. 2pm. Meetings open to the public and held at the NC Maritime Museum’s auditorium. Details: 252728-7317.

Saltwater Fishing School. 7:30am-5pm. Staffed by more than 12 local captains ready to share their experience and insights on inshore, near shore, offshore and bluewater fishing. Topics include techniques, equipment, strategy, locations, terminal tackle, electronics, bait and more will be offered. Details: 252-247-3883 or www.fishermanspost.com. Summertime Blues Surf Art and Memorabilia Silent Auction. 7-11pm. The Buddy Peletier Surfing Foundation will once again host the Summertime Blues at the Watermark Restaurant, Atlantic Station. Tickets are $15. Guests have the opportunity to support a good cause while meeting area artists and bidding on an array of donated art and collectibles for all budgets. The evening will be topped off by dancing to the music of Free Poor. Details: 252-727-7917.

25-26: Contemporary Boatbuilding Carpentry. 9am-5pm. Learn skills essential for building roundbottomed boats. Topics include deriving boat shape, hull construction and other properties of different construction styles. Class fee is $135 and reservations are required. Details: 252-728-7317.

Wed. 29: Brown Bag Gam – Mid18th Century Colonial Ports. Noon. This lunch program at the NC Maritime will offer a visual tour of 18th century ports, waterfronts and workers using contemporary illustration ns. Free. Details: 252-728-7317.

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2-4: Coastal Home & Garden Show. More than 75 exhibitors will be on hand to show off the latest in home and garden products and services at the Crystal Coast Civic Center. The event will be held from 4-7pm, Friday; 10am-5pm, Saturday; and 10am-4pm, Sunday. Whether you’re remodeling, redecorating or landscaping, this is the place to be each March. Details: 252-247-3883. Coaster

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