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Governor and Mrs. Josiah Martin are throwing a masquerade ball and guests have come from far and wide to experience a bit of fun and culture with elegant costumes and beautiful decorations based off of the four elements. Witness holiday vignettes spanning two centuries, and experience black powder fireworks on the South Lawn.

Explore the grounds and buildings of Tryon Palace to travel from 1771 through 1835, and see how New Bern residents from different times and backgrounds celebrated the holidays. ' Candlelit tours of the Governor’s Palace

' Performances by Fife and Drum Corps & Jonkonnu

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CONTENTS Area Attractions 8............................................................................................................The Beach 10.............................................. Cape Lookout National Seashore 16................................................................................................. The Mainland 22...........................................................................Beaufort & Down East 24.......................................................................................................Sites to See

Features 28..............................................................................................Holiday Events 32..........................................................................................Events Calendar

VIP Info 14, 18-19, 27................................................................................................Maps 15...............................................................................................Ferry Schedule 25.......................................................................................................Tide Tables 30...........................................................................................Coastal Angling 36.......................................................... Good Buys Shopping Guide 38..........................................................................................Advertiser Index

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THE Beach From Atlantic Beach, the oldest of the five beach towns that dot Bogue Banks, to Emerald Isle, the largest, visitors find mile after mile of sun, sand and surf. The collection of communities feature a variety of accommodations, restaurants and shopping. The area, while limited in full-time population, swells each summer as second home owners and vacationers make the trek to the shore.

GO TAKE A HIKE!: Welcome the new year with Fort Macon State Park at its annual First Hike on New Year’s Day. Enjoy a 3.2 mile loop or half mile nature walk and learn more about the region’s environment and history.

FREE DAY!: The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores will offer free admission in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 21. A canned food drive will be held on site to help restock local food pantries, however, donations are not required for admission. Visit the aquarium online at www.ncaquariums.com.

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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 and regular ranger programs in the summer.

Ferry transportation to the islands is available from both Beaufort and Harkers Island. Call 252728-7433 for pricing and reservations.

North and South Core Banks, both noted for wonderful shelling, clamming and surf fishing, offer rustic cabins as an alternative to camping from April through November. Many visitors come to the

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National Seashore to view, and climb, and lighthouse, a landmark since 1859. On. 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, houses exhibits on lighthouse history and early shipwrecks and rescues.

The seashore’s main visitor center is located on Harkers Island, which houses additional exhibits.

An indoor theater offers a short film and 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.

For more information call 252-728-2250 or visit www.nps.gov/calo.

All visitors should remember this is a remote, natural territory with no food vendors, limited fresh water access and no lifeguards. Be prepared to bring in everything you may need during your visit and carry out all that bring in.

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Ferry Schedule Call 1-800-BY-FERRY or visit www.ncferry.org for updated information and rates. See ncferry.org for additional ferry schedules for the Currituck-Knotts Island ferry and Southport-Fort Fisher ferry.

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THE MAINLAND From Cape Carteret on the shores of the White Oak River to the downtown Morehead City waterfront, the small communities that dot the Carteret County mainland are as eclectic as their residents. As the retail hub of the region, centrallylocated Morehead City is a haven for shoppers with its small boutiques and major chain stores. But don’t overlook the smaller communities as each has a flavor all its own and plenty of treasures to explore.

POP GOES THE HOLIDAYS: The NC Symphony once again brings traditional holiday music to the holiday season with its Holiday Pops performance at the Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern. Beginning at 7pm on Tuesday, Dec. 11, the festive Christmas performance offers yuletide favorites and holiday masterpieces along with the always popular Christmas carol sing-a-long. Tickets are $47 and can be purchased at www.ncsymphony.org.

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CRAB POT DROP: Celebrate the new year along the Morehead City waterfront. The town shuts down to traffic and celebrates New Year’s Eve in style – first with a family event featuring age-appropriate activities and a crab pot drop for youngsters, and later with a midnight crab pot drop for adults.

The crab pot not only celebrates the ringing in of a new year, but pays homage to the area’s rich seafood industry. The midnight drop is followed by fireworks.

I DO: The Crystal Coast is a favorite venue for brides, whether they’re from the area or just visiting. And the annual Crystal Coast Bridal Fair is the perfect opportunity to see the various vendors available to help bring that special day to life. This year’s show runs from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, Jan. 12 at the Crystal Coast Civic Center. Visitors can expect to visit with photographers, caterers, wedding planners, florists and more. Learn all about it at crystalcoastbridalfair.com.

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DINNER AND A MOVIE: The Carteret Community College Foundation's yearly International Film Series kicks off on Thursday, Jan. 24 at the college and includes the recipe for a perfect date night. Dinner by an area restaurant – themed after the country from which the film hails – begins at 6pm at the civic center. The meal is followed by a foreign film at Joslyn Hall at 7:30pm. The January movie is "Waterboys" from Holland.

Tickets are $35. Call 252-2226262 to reserve a spot.

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BEAUFORT & DOWN EAST While Beaufort offers a beautiful walking waterfront, the picturesque Down East communities of Carteret County, many of which are part of a Scenic Byway, provide a great opportunity for a car trip. Beaufort (pronounced “Bō-furt”), is well deserving of its “America’s Coolest Small Town” title bestowed in 2012 by Budget Travel, with its eclectic blend of history and the contemporary amenities we have all grown to appreciate.

HOLIDAY HISTORY: Get into the holiday spirit on Saturday, Dec. 8, with a rare glimpse into some of Beaufort’s historic private homes, inns and churches all decked out for the Christmas season. The Christmas Candlelight tour runs from 5-8pm. Learn more, or purchase tickets by calling 252-728-5225.

SCENIC BYWAY: Winter is a great time for exploring and the Outer Banks Scenic Byway is the perfect place to start. Traversing more than 20 villages and two separate ferry rides, the route runs from Down East Carteret County up the coast to Nags Head in Dare County and offers expansive views of our state's coastal beauty. Pack a lunch, grab a sweatshirt, and hit the open road!

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TOT TIME: Once a month, the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, teaches nautical lessons for the smallest captains of them all.

Time for Tots, free for little ones ages 2-5 and their caregivers, focuses on a different topic each month and encompasses songs, stories and crafts. The next one is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 9. Learn more at www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

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Sites to See There’s more to living at the beach than dips in the oceans and offshore fishing.

OK, so those things are really great. But there are loads of options in Eastern North Carolina when you get tired of feeling the warmth of the sand between your toes.

Surrounded by museums, aquariums, historic sites and landmarks, there is so much to do beyond the beach that we could keep you busy every weekend for a year.

BEAUFORT HISTORIC SITE

The trials and tribulations of North Carolina’s third oldest town are preserved and remembered through the nearly 60-year-old Beaufort Historical Association and its accompanying site. With restored buildings and a variety of annual programs, the BHA transports visitors back to the first days of “Fish Towne.” Learn more at www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

CAPE LOOKOUT NATIONAL SEASHORE

The 56-mile of Cape Lookout National Seashore is home to some of the most natural undeveloped stretches of beach to be found in the United States today. The three barrier islands that make up the park are only accessible by private boat or water ferry, so getting there may require a little planning as well as reservations during the busy summer months. But it’s well worth the journey. Find info at www.nps.gov/calo.

CORE SOUND WATERFOWL MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTER Located on Harkers Is-

land, this clearinghouse of Down East heritage is a must stop for anyone curious about this culturally-rich rural region. Once dependent on the water that surrounds it, Down East families entwined with boat building, decoy carving, hunting and fishing – a story that is told through community exhibits, artifacts and special programs. Details: 252728-1500, www.coresound.com.

HISTORY MUSEUM OF CARTERET COUNTY

Morehead City’s only museum focuses on the rich, abundant history of this waterfront area. Visit an early school room, peek in to Carteret County’s fishing industry and touch the wheels of spy Emeline Pigott’s carriage. The Jack Spencer Goodwin Library, lauded for its genealogy materials, is available for public research. Details: 252-247-7533, www.thehistoryplace. org.

NC AQUARIUM AT PINE KNOLL SHORES

From the Mountains to the Sea, the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores explores the wildlife of North Carolina’s waterways with a focus on preservation of the state’s delicate ecosystems. One of the highlights, the 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck, features sand tiger sharks, sea turtles and hundreds of fish gliding around a three-quarter-scale replica of a German U-boat found off the coast. Details: 252-247-4003, www.ncaquariums.com.

NC MARITIME MUSEUM

One of three maritime museums in the state system, the flagship in Beaufort tells the tale of Eastern North Carolina’s long-standing relationship with the ocean. Museum staff members have been involved with the preservation of artifacts excavated from the Queen Anne’s Revenge, Blackbeard the Pirate’s vessel that was lost just outside Beaufort inlet. For more info, visit www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

CROATAN NATIONAL FOREST

Ready for a hike? Get back to nature with the Croatan National Forest, with its collection of hiking trails, boat launches, campgrounds and day-use areas. The Croatan is home to a large number of carnivorous plants native to the area, including the Venus flytrap. Headquarters is located at 141 East Fisher Ave., just outside of New Bern. Visit www.fs.usda. gov.

NEW BERN FIREMEN’S MUSEUM

FORT MACON STATE PARK

TRYON PALACE This regal centerpiece to New Bern’s historic districts is a reproduction of the mansion constructed in 1770 for Colonial Governor William Tryon, who, after spending just a year in the home, fled North Carolina to become governor of New York. The original home was destroyed by fire in 1798. Site includes the NC History Center, a state-of-the-art museum, theater and meeting space. Learn more at www.tryonpalace.org.

With a new visitor’s center and a schedule of daily programs, the state’s second most visited park continues to draw visitors to the northern peak of Bogue Banks with its 385 acres of beach, dunes and maritime forest.

The well-preserved pentagonal brick fortress garrisoned for the Spanish-American War is always a favorite. Visit www.ncparks.gov.

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Trace the steps of the first chartered fire brigade, the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company, and its competitors, the New Bern Steam Fire Engine Company No. 1. Established in 1955, the museum is currently raising funds to restore the Central Fire Station on Broad Street to its 1928 appearance, with hopes of relocating into the space. Details: 252-636-4087, www.newbernfiremuseum.com.

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Holiday

Events 1-2: John Costlow Christmas Train Show. The annual holiday train show sets up at the Old Train Depot, Beaufort, with a variety of model train displays. The event is free, however, donations for the Beaufort Lions Club will be graciously accepted. Open from 9am-6pm on Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sunday.

Sat. 1: Breakfast with Santa.

8:30am-11:30am. Floyd’s 1921 and the Downtown Morehead City Revitalization Association host Santa and friends during three seating times. Back-up location: The History Museum of Carteret County. Cost is $12, adults; $8, children. Reservations are required. Details: 252-727-1921.

Chowder & Cheer Crawl. 1-5pm.

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open their doors for this special event.

In addition to chowder, guests can expect live demonstrations by artists, musical performances and more. Tickets are $25.

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

Morehead City Tree Lighting.

5-6pm. Santa and Mrs. Claus welcome friends prior to the annual Morehead City Christmas tree lighting at 6pm. Enjoy carols and hot chocolate. Details: 252-8080440 or www.downtownmoreheadcity. com.

Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair.

8am-6pm. Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation host its annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair in the gymnasium. The fair features all handmade or hand-authenticated items from local artisans and crafters.

Details: 252-354-6350.

Morehead City/Beaufort Flotilla. 5:30pm. The boat parade begins in Morehead City and arrives in Beaufort about 6:15pm. Awards follow in the NC Maritime Museum’s watercraft center.

Details: www.thewatercraftcenter.com, 252-504-7740.

5, 12, 19: Discovering Tryon Palace Holiday Décor. 9:30am. Join staff at Tryon Palace to learn about the decorations for the upcoming Candlelight Christmas celebration. Hadley Cheris, gardens and greenhouse manager, will lead the tour. Cost is $10. Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

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6, 8-9: “Can’t Wait for Christmas.”

Craven Community Chorus presents its annual holiday showcase. Performances will be held at 7pm on Thursday and 3pm on Saturday and Sunday in Orringer Hall on the campus of Craven Community College. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased in advance at Bank of the Arts, Kitchen on Trent, Fullers Music and Harris Teeter in New Bern and will be available at the door. Details: 252-670-0230.

Fri. 7: Atlantic Beach Light Up the Night Parade. 6pm. This magical light parade begins at Oceanana Pier and moves down West Fort Macon Road to the Circle area.

8-9: Gingerbread House Festival.

This event at the Crystal Coast Civic Center raises funds for the Crystal Coast Hospice House and includes a gingerbread house competition in three categories as well as brightly decorated crab pot Christmas trees. All skill levels are welcome. Swing by from 11am-5pm each day to view the tempting treats or swing by to have a photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 2-4pm daily. Details: www.cchhnc.org.

8 & 15: Candlelight Celebration.

4:30-9:30pm. Visit Christmas past through a variety of vignettes during this annual tradition at Tryon Palace, New Bern. It’s 1773 in the Governor’s Palace, 1814 in the Stanly House, 1835 in the Dixon House and 1950 at the Commission House – all lavishly decorated for the holiday and illuminated by the magical glow of candlelight. Advance tickets are $20 per adult; $10 for children. Details: www.tryonpalace.org or 252-639-3500.

Sat. 8: Morehead City Christmas Parade. 11am. The sights and sounds of

the holidays parade down Arendell Street in downtown Morehead City.

Santa by the Sea. 9am-5:30pm.

Kids can share their wishes among the fishes and get a snapshot with Santa at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.

Make crafts, enjoy a holiday movie, get a photo with Santa and more. Tickets required. Details: 252-247-4003 or www. ncaquariums.com.

Beaufort Holiday Art Walk.

1-5pm. Enjoy a festive day in historic Beaufort, celebrating the season with a variety of receptions and open houses at a variety of downtown locations. Regional artists will be showcased. Maps are available at participating locations at the Beaufort Historic Site. Details: 252-7285225 or www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Historic Beaufort Candlelight Homes Tour. 5-8pm. 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. Details: 252-728-5225.

SantaFest. Celebrate the holidays and the joys of the season with Swansboro Parks and Recreation. Loads of activities for children, adults and families come together for this special one-day event, including a children’s candy hunt, gingerbread house building, Santa’s Workshop and a Riverview Reindeer Run 5K. Details: 910-326-2600.

Reindeer Run 5K/Merry Mile.

8am. Ugly sweaters are encouraged for this festive run in downtown Swansboro.

Top three overall finishers earn bragging rights. Cost to enter is $30 for 5K and $5 for the Merry Mile fun run/walk. Details: 910-326-2600.

Pine Knoll Shores Flotilla.

5:30pm. The colorful boat parade floats from Brock Basin to McNeil Park.

Tue. 11: NC Symphony – Holiday Pops. 7pm. A North Carolina tradition, the symphony’s holiday show brings all the joy and excitement of the season straight to the Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern. Enjoy yuletide favorites, orchestral masterworks, the ever-popular Christmas carol singalong and more. Cost is $47. Details: 877-627-6724 or www. ncsymphony.org.

Sat. 15: Pine Knoll Shores Christmas Parade. 10am. The parade takes place at Garner Park. Everyone is welcome.

27-28: Holiday Camp. The NC Aquarium is offering one-day holiday camp programs for grades 2-6. Camp runs from 8:30am-2:30pm with different age groups per day. Grades 1-3 attend on Dec. 27 and grades 4-6 attend on Dec. 28. Cost is $40 per camper. Advance registration and deposit are required.

Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Mon. 31: New Year’s Eve Cannon Blast. Live music begins at 6pm at Fort Macon State Park, Atlantic Beach, and cannons will be fired at 7pm during this New Year’s celebration. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome as well as picnics.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Downtown Countdown. 5pm1am. Downtown Morehead City brings family fun together for a end of the year celebration. Local businesses offer special activities. Enjoy a children’s Crab Pot Drop near the Big Rock Fountain at 6pm, with the main drop scheduled for midnight. Be sure to stick around for the fireworks as the new year begins.

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Fishing the Coast The warm waters of the Gulf Stream provide the Crystal Coast with the longest fishing season on the Atlantic coast. The area is home to one of the largest fishing tournaments in the world for blue marlin; other fish caught along the Crystal Coast include bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, red drum, false albacore, sea trout, striped bass, cobia, sailfish, dolphin and wahoo depending on seasons. Many species, including drum and flounder, are caught surf fishing.

Saltwater and freshwater anglers age 16 and older must have a valid, state-issued recreational fishing license to take fish in North Carolina throughout the year. Specific regulations and restrictions apply including size and daily limits.

North Carolina offers a variety of fishing licenses from temporary to lifetime. Licenses for recreational fishing can be purchased online at www.ncwildlife.org, by visiting the Div. of Marine Fisheries in Morehead City or through area fishing supply stores.

PUBLIC BOAT RAMP ACCESS

MUNICIPAL PARK IN MOREHEAD CITY, 3407 Arendell St.; several launching areas to the Intracoastal Waterway and parking for 33 boat trailers with additional parking at Marine Fisheries.

11TH AND SHEPARD STREETS, beach boat launching access strictly for canoes, kayaks and small sailing vessels; parking and two kayak racks available.

SOUTH 10TH ST., Morehead City; large parking area, ramp is narrow and not conducive to certain vessels. Town recommended usage is for vessels under 16 feet.

RADIO ISLAND BOAT RAMPS & PIER, located on the Beaufort side of the Morehead City Highrise Bridge, the site offers six boat launches, 56 truck/ trailer parking spots and restrooms as well as a 618-foot fishing pier.

WEST BEAUFORT, 298 W. Beaufort Road, Beaufort; launch site on Newport River is handicap accessible, equipped with restrooms and 48 spaces for boat trailer parking.

TAYLORS CREEK, 2370 Lennoxville Road, Beaufort; handicapped accessible with restrooms and parking for 31 boat trailers.

STRAITS LANDING, 1648 Harkers Island Road, Straits; on North River, allows space for 39 boat trailers and is handicapped accessible.

OYSTER CREEK CORE SOUND, 1300 Highway 70, Davis; on Core Sound with 15 boat trailer spaces.

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EMERALD ISLE, 6800 Emerald Drive; handicapped accessible, has canoe access, restrooms and space for 112 boat trailers and 19 single-vehicle spaces.

CEDAR POINT, 144 Cedar Point Blvd.; ramp access is handicapped accessible, has canoe access, fishing pier, 37 boat trailer spaces and 7 single-vehicle spots.

NEWPORT RIVER, 333 E. Chatham St., Newport; boat ramp with nine spaces for boat trailers, handicap accessible with one parking space and a ramp to the dock, canal is shallow and not conducive to larger vessels.

FISHING PIERS

OCEANANA FISHING PIER, NC Hwy 58, Mile Marker 1; connected to the Oceanana Family Resort Motel in Atlantic Beach, this is a well-lit fishing pier carrying a blanket fishing license, so anglers are not required to have one. Equipment rentals are available. Onsite facilities include a bait and tackle shop with snack bar with grill and ample parking. For more information, visit www. oceanana.com.

BOGUE INLET PIER, Hwy 58, Mile Marker 19; a 1,000-foot lighted wooden fishing pier with ample parking and access to the Emerald Isle beach. The Bogue Inlet Pier offers bathroom facilities, multiple fish cleaning stations, bait, tackle and snack bar on the premises. For more information, visit www.bogueinletpier.com.

RADIO ISLAND PIER, located at the base of the Morehead City-Beaufort Highrise Bridge, the 618foot fishing pier is free and open daily.

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1-2: Core Sound Decoy Festival.

9am-5pm, Saturday and 10am-4pm, Sunday. The 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. Youth Day will be held on Sunday and all youth will receive free entry and can enjoy door prizes, kids decoy painting and competitions, archery and youth loon calling contests. Details: 252-838-8818.

Waterfowl Weekend. 9am-5pm, Saturday and 10am-4pm, Sunday. 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 32

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of hunting collectibles at 5pm, Saturday and at 8am on Sunday the Core Sound Community Church will provide a service followed by a Core Sound breakfast. Details: 252-728-1500.

1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters. 2pm. 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, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums. com.

3, 10: Story Time & Pre-K Play.

9-10am. Parents and tots 5 and under enjoy open play in the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation gymnasium. Parents must accompany children. Free.

Details: 252-354-6350.

Mon. 3: Flags of Fort Macon.

10am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon to learn about flags of the Confederacy. Details: 252-726-3775.

4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 28: Behind the Scenes - Shark Snack. 2:303:30. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck while aquarists feed the sharks. Age 5 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Tue. 4: Behind the Scenes – Costume Shop. 2pm. Visit the Tryon Palace Costume Shop for a 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.

5, 12, 19: Civil War Musket Firing Demonstration. 10am. Learn about

a Civil War era musket’s history, loading procedures and firing at Fort Macon.

Meet in the Fort. Details: 252-726-3775.

Wed. 5: Brown Bag Gam – Whales of North Carolina. Noon. Pack a lunch and enjoy an informal program at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort.

This week’s program focuses on whales of North Carolina. No reservations needed. Free. Details: 252-504-7740 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

8-9: 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: www.thewatercraftcenter. com, 252-504-7740.

Sat. 8: Exploring the Heavens. 2pm. Join staff from Fort Macon State Park in the visitor’s center with special guest NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Lisa Pelletier-Harmon to learn about the first non-terrestrial telescope – Hubble. Learn how it changed our understanding of the universe and about the next step in observation. Free.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Caviar Tour & Tasting. 10:30amNoon. Marshallberg Farm, the largest Russian sturgeon farm in the county, opens its doors for farm tour and caviar tasting. Check out the 40 recirculating aquaculture tanks teeming with sturgeon and taste the bounty of their labor.

Cost is $20 and tickets can be purchased at www.marshallbergfarm.com/tours.

Mon. 10: Bird Hike. 9am. Meet at the visitor’s center at Fort Macon State Park for a leisurely stroll to identify birds native to the area. Free. Details: 252726-3775.

Thur. 13: Brown Bag Gam – Crossing the Water by Ferry. Noon. Pack a lunch and enjoy an informal program at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort.

No reservations needed. Free. Details: 252-504-7740 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

Tue. 18: Behind the Scenes – Conservation Lab. 2pm. Learn about the conservation work that is done to artifacts on exhibit at the Governor’s Palace, NC History Center and historic homes around Tryon Palace. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children. Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

Thur. 20: Natural Side of Fort Macon Hike. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center for a leisurely hike exploring the natural side of Fort Macon. Hike will cover both trail and beach. Details: 252726-3775.

JANUARY

1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29: Behind the Scenes - Shark Snack.

2:30-3:30. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck while aquarists feed the sharks.

Age 5 and up, $20. Details: 252-2474003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Tue. 1: First Hike. 10am. Meet in the parking lot at Fort Macon State Park for a leisurely hike along the inlet beach to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area. Includes a short nature hike on the Yarrow’s Loop Trail or a 3.2 mile hike along the Elliott Coues Trail.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Penguin Plunge. 1pm. Ring in the New Year with a chilly dip in the ocean to help raise money for area nonprofits. On-site registration begins at 10am in front of The Crab’s Claw. This year’s beneficiary is the Mile of Hope Atlantic Beach. Details: www.penguin-plunge. org.

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.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Civil War Musket Firing Demonstration. 10am. Learn about a Civil War era musket’s history, loading procedures and firing at Fort Macon. Meet in the Fort. Details: 252726-3775.

5, 12, 19, 26: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters. 2pm.

Visit labs and holding areas, and feed

the animals in this thorough behindthe-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck.

Age 8 and up, $25. Details: 252-2474003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Mon. 7: Flags of Fort Macon.

10am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon to learn about flags of the Confederacy. Details: 252-726-3775.

Wed. 9: Merry Time for Tots.

10am. Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to the NC Maritime Museum to explore the world of pirates. Ages 2-5, free. Details: www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252-504-7740.

Bird Hike. 9am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon and take a leisurely hike to identify birds native to the area. Fort Macon has an amazing mix of shore birds and songbirds, and there is always something new to see. Details: 252-726-3775.

Fri. 11: Whales of Southern Baja.

7pm. The NC Maritime Museum’s Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster offers this free program on a recent excursion he took to the Sea of Cortez. www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252-504-7740.

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.

Stargazing & Astronomy. 6pm.

Meet at the bathhouse at Fort Macon State Park to view space through a telescope and learn more about the universe. Details: 252-726-3775.

Sat. 12: Crystal Coast Bridal Fair.

10am-3pm. Brides and grooms to be, along with family and friends are invited to the largest bridal event on the North Carolina coast. Meet more than 50 of the area’s top wedding professionals, speak with vendors intimately about services and products offered without the pressure of purchasing, sample caterer’s fare, see fashion shows featuring the latest in styles and trends, see the (Continued on page 33) COASTER

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16-17: Coastal Culture Waterfowl Watching Trip. Join NC Maritime Museum staff for a field trip to observe the migration of wintering waterfowl at wildlife refuges and national seashores in Eastern North Carolina. The trip explores regions of Pamlico, Hyde and Dare counties. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Cost is $80. Details: www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252-504-7740.

watercraft center at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Participants are encouraged to vote for their favorites.

Details: www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252-504-7740.

Mon. 21: Free Aquarium Admission. 9am-5pm. In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. enjoy free admission at the NC Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores.

For those who want to repay the good deed, a food drive will be held to help restock area food pantries. Details: 252247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Thur. 17: Natural Side of Fort Macon Hike. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center for a leisurely hike exploring the natural side of Fort Macon. Hike will cover both trail and beach. Details: 252726-3775.

Thur. 24: International Film Series. 6pm. Held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center and Joslyn Hall on the campus of Carteret Community College, this annual event presents a foreign film and a dinner that represents cuisine from the country in which the film hails.

Dinner begins at 6pm at the civic center and the movie begins at 7:30 at Joslyn Hall. The cost is $35. This month’s film is “Waterboys” from Holland. Details: 252-222-6262.

Fri. 18: Clam Chowder Cook-Off. 6pm. This annual event is held at the

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with a bounty of oysters, brews and comfort foods. Join the chefs from some of your favorite New Bern restaurants for a down home buffet of steamed oysters, shrimp and grits, sandwiches, hearty soups and more. Tickets are $45 prior to Jan. 1, $50 after. Details: tryonpalace.org or 252-639-3500.

26-27: 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: www.the watercraftcenter.com, 252-504-7740.

Wed. 30: Brown Bag Gam – Ghost Ship Carrol A. Deering. Noon. Pack a lunch and join the staff at the NC Maritime Museum and learn about the 1920 mystery surrounding the Carroll A. Deering, which ran aground on Diamond Shoals. Free. No reservation required.

Details: www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252-504-7740.

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GOOD BUYS SHOPPING GUIDE ACCOMMODATIONS:

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, call 800-786-7368 for a free brochure or visit www.atlanticbeachrealty.net.

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 full-service 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.

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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.

Realty World-First Coast Realty, 407 Atlantic Beach Cswy., Ste. 1, 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 252-2470077, 252-728-6455 or 252-247-1000 or visiting www.realtyworldfirstcoast. com.

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, 252-3542658; sales, 877-698-3194, 252-3542958. View rental and sales properties at www.sun-surf.com.

CHARTERS, TOURS & RENTAL GEAR:

Capt. Stacy IV, 416 Atlantic Beach

Cswy., Atlantic Beach, 252-247-7501.

(Map #21) 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 reservations, MC/V/DC. 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, 888398-8887, info@island-essentials.com.

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 Proper Outfitters, 431 Front St., Beaufort, 252-838-1576. (Map #29) Carries high quality apparel, footwear,

and accessories pefect for men of all ages. Brands include Vineyard Vines, Johnnie-O, Patagonia, Faherty, Roark Revival, Howler Bros, Southern Proper, Smathers & Branson, Maui Jim, RayBan, Kaenon, Yeti, Cole Haan, Olukai and so much more!

Island Proper Boutique, 431 Front St., Beaufort, 252-838-1576. (Map #71) A sweet little boutique located on the waterfront in Historic Beaufort, NC. Island Proper Boutiqe offers a wide array of apparel, footwear, and accessories for women of all ages. Featuring brands including Karlie Clothes, Escapada, Tyler Boe, BB Dakota, Barbour, Haley and the Hound, Jude Connally, Jack Rogers, Dolce Vita, Chocolat Blu, Hobo the Original, Mignonne Gavigan, Kendra Scott, Loren Hope 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, AFTCO and Keen. Also check out the huge selection of T-shirts and accessories. Visit www. islandtraders.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.

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.

FAMILY FUN:

Emerald Isle Beach & Pool Club, 101 Dolphin Ridge Road, Emerald Isle, 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, 252-2477011. (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.

HISTORIC SITES & MUSEUMS:

Tryon Palace, 529 S. Front St., New Bern, 252-639-3500. Vividly educational and affordable, Tryon Palace puts history at your fingertips. From the Governor’s Palace and surrounding historic homes to stunning gardens and interactive exhibits at the NC History Center, a visit to Tryon Palace is a living history experience like no other.

RESTAURANTS & MARKETS:

Full Circle Café, 708 Evans St., MHC, 252-773-0703. (Map #5) Creative cuisine using locally sourced ingredients featuring wood-oven pizza, noodle bowls, salads, small plates and daily seafood features. Open Monday-Saturday.

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

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Full Circle Café.....................................................................9 RuckerJohns ......................................................................13

Lodging & Real Estate

Atlantic Beach Realty, Inc. ...................................................5 Bluewater Rentals & Real Estate......................................... 7 Cannon & Gruber Real Estate..............................................9 Century 21 Coastland Realty..............................................12 Emerald Isle Realty.............................................. Back Cover Realty World – First Coast.................................................39 Sun-Surf Realty..................................................................14

Recreation & Outdoor Fun

Capt. Stacy Fishing Center..................................................12 Emerald Isle Beach & Pool Club.........................................38

Harkers Island RV Center.....................................................4 Tryon Palace....................................................................2, 1

Shopping & Services

Ginny Gordon’s...................................................................9 Harbor Specialties.............................................................26 Island Essentials................................................................12 Island Proper Outfitters.....................................................21 Island Proper Boutique.....................................................20 Island Traders......................................................................3 Kites Unlimited..................................................................17 Kitty Hawk Kites..................................................................23 Periwinkles........................................................................27 Teacher’s Pet......................................................................31 Top it Off..............................................................................7

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