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The Beach The Mainland Beaufort & Down East Cape Lookout National Seashore
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Oyster Bagging Volunteer Workdays Feb. 7, 10am-Noon Feb. 21, 10am-Noon March 21, 10am-Noon The NC Coastal Federation invites community members and volunteers to help bag oyster shells at their headquarters in Ocean. Volunteers will fill mesh bags with oyster shells that will be used to build oyster reefs in the spring and summer. Volunteers are needed to cut, tie, lift and stack the shell bags. These events are suitable for adults, organized groups and supervised children over the age of 12. There will be activities to accommodate a wide range of physical abilities. Snacks are provided. Volunteers should dress in layers for the weather and in clothes that are comfortable but can also get dirty along with closed-toe shoes or boots that fully cover their feet. Register online at nccoast.org/events.
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The Beach ATLANTIC Beach The oldest of the five towns that dot the beautiful shores of Bogue Banks – it turns 80 in 2017. With ample opportunities for surfing and fishing, Atlantic Beach is home to one of the two remaining fishing piers on the island and provides the perfect opportunity to prop your feet up and drop a line. The town has a collection of shopping and dining options and is convenient to area attractions. The beach, which is patrolled by lifeguards, provides a family-friendly option when it comes to taking the children for a day of beach play. But it’s the towns laid back spirit and warm family atmosphere that keeps people coming back for more. Details: www.atlanticbeach-nc.com.
EMERALD ISLE With an almost perfect blend of modern amenities and old-fashioned beach town values, Emerald Isle is a favorite vacation spot. Located at the far western end of Bogue Banks, the town’s warm hospitality has made this community a summertime home for many families. Bogue Banks remained largely uninhabited until the 1950s when it was purchased by a group of developers. Viewing the lush green maritime forest from a plane, a consultant suggested the name “Emerald Isle.” Attractions include a water slide, miniature golf, movies, fishing, bike paths that span the town, and, of course, swimming, sunning, sandcastle building and a nice assortment of shopping and dining. For more details, visit www.emeraldisle-nc.org.
Indian Beach/Salter Path These bedroom communities in the middle of Bogue Banks swell each summer with second home owners and vacationers searching for a perfect stretch of beach to call home for a day. Salter Path, the more business-oriented of the two towns, sits smack in the middle of Indian Beach. Watch the signs carefully as you drive first through Indian Beach and into Salter Path, then back in to Indian Beach once more. Here, visitors will find a handful of locally-owned restaurants and shops. Salter Path was the first on the island, having emerged in the late 1800s. Still a hub for commercial fishing, the day’s catch is abundant in Salter Path and Indian Beach. Details: www.indianbeach.org.
Pine Knoll SHores Home to one of the state’s three NC Aquariums, Pine Knoll Shores is about midway between Atlantic Beach and Indian Beach and features one of the most natural untouched areas of Bogue Banks despite a population of more than 1,500 residents. While development is allowed in this mainly residential community, it is done with a focus on minimal disturbance, making Pine Knoll Shores one of the state’s most environmentally-sensitive towns. Small in stature, the town does have a big place in history. Visitors will notice an historical marker along Hwy 58 noting the site of one of the first landings in the New World by Florentine explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano. Details: www.townofpks.com.
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Like a sentinel guarding the coast, Fort Macon State Park is one of the country’s best preserved Civil War fortresses and continues to be one of the most visited state parks in North Carolina. Garrisoned in 1834, Fort Macon is a living example of 19th century architecture and masonry. More than nine million bricks were used in the construction and it took some eight years to complete. Seized by the Confederacy in 1861, the site came under bombardment by Union forces in April of 1862 in order to secure the use of the harbor. A reenactment of the bombardment is celebrated annually at the site. A visitor’s center and education space helps serve the approximate 1.3 million visitors to the site, sharing the story of Fort Macon and providing a backdrop for workshops and conferences. In addition, audio programs, displays and a variety of artifacts throughout the protected site help illustrate what life was like at the fort during its years of service. The park itself encompasses 385 acres of pristine beach, dunes and maritime forest just east of Atlantic Beach. At the park’s beach access, visitors can fish from rock jetties or park at the bathhouse area for swimming and summer concessions. The park opens daily at 8am and closes at sunset. Fort hours are 9am-5:30pm daily. Details: 252-726-3775.
NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll shores Could you and your sweetie solve a crime together? Share a night of suspense Valentine’s Day weekend and become sleuths at the Aquarium in a special vintage-Hollywood-themed murder mystery dinner, “Hollywood Mayhem,” on Saturday, Feb. 11. • Cure your little one’s cabin fever with weekly Toddler Time programs, offered each Wednesday at 9:30 and 10:30am. Each Toddler Time will feature a different animal theme. Themes include birds, river otters, sting rays, owls, sea turtles, box turtles, horseshoe crabs, seahorses and ocean environments. Toddler time is free with aquarium admission or membership. • Get ready to put on your wands and wings for Forest Fairies to Sea Serpents on March 11. The day-long event brings together imagination, educa10
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tion and nature in enchanting activities, free with admission. Boys and girls can make take-home wands, find their fairy or elf name and watch a fairy tale featuring live animals. • Sign up now for the annual Get Hooked Fishing School hosted by the Aquarium. The popular one-day course on Saturday, March 18, features in-depth presentations by experienced anglers on many aspects of the sport – including conservation practices, inshore fishing for striper, drum, trout, mackerel and flounder, fly fishing, offshore trolling, offshore bottom fishing and more. The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is 5 miles west of Atlantic Beach at 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512. The aquarium is open 9am-5pm daily. For more information, see www.ncaquariums.com/pine-knollshores or call 252247-4003.
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While there are more than 100 access points located in neighborhoods along Bogue Banks, the 25-mile barrier island that runs from Fort Macon to Emerald Isle, they are generally designed for the residents who live in the area and offer limited to no parking for visitors. There are, however, a large number of public beach access points with generous parking for visitors to the area. Several of the larger sites do charge for parking during the season (generally April-September). We have noted where a charge may be incurred. The list below follows the beach from the east to west. Fort Macon State Park – Two locations are offered within the boundaries of the state park. At the end of Hwy 58, guests will find 277 free parking spaces, with the fort on one side and beach access points on the other. Headed back toward Atlantic Beach, the Bath House area features 317 free parking spots, bathrooms, concessions and a boardwalk. Tom Doe Regional Access – Offers 47 paid parking spaces, bathrooms, showers and a playground. New Bern Street – In Atlantic Beach, this site offers 50 paid sites, bathrooms and showers. The Circle & Bathhouse – The Circle in Atlantic Beach has paid parking for 146 vehicles and the nearby bathhouse has 64, along with picnic tables and outside showers. Memorial Park – In the town limits of Pine Knoll Shores, just west of Mile Marker 6, this smaller beach access site offers paid parking for 35 cars, an overlook 12
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deck and a picnic table. Iron Steamer – With 45 paid parking spaces, bathroom facilities and showers this popular spot at Mile Marker 7.5 is home to the former Iron Steamer Pier and the wreckage of the Confederate blockade runner Prevensey. Trinity Center – This retreat at Mile Marker 9.5 reserves 20 free parking spaces for beach access under the water tower. Of note, parking is located on the south side of Hwy 58. Salter Path – The site offers 75 parking spaces, outside showers, picnic tables and bathrooms and is located within the Roosevelt State Park area. Indian Beach – This unpaid lot offers 36 parking spaces and a 4-wheel drive access ramp for off-season use. Eastern Ocean Regional Access – One of the largest public access sites in Emerald Isle, this popular beach near Mile Marker 15 and features 245 paid parking sites, a picnic gazebo, outdoor showers, bathrooms and drink machines. Western Ocean Regional Access – In the curve of the Cameron Langston Bridge, this access site offers 250 paid parking slots, picnic area, showers and bathroom facilities. Radio Island – Located off the island between Morehead City and Beaufort, the Radio Island access provides plenty of parking, restrooms, showers and a narrow inland beach with limited wave action, perfect for a family with young children.
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Cape Carteret & SwansBOro Cradled by the White Oak River and the Intracoastal Waterway, Cape Carteret, Cedar Point and Swansboro at the southwestern end of the Crystal Coast include a collection of neighborhoods, waterfront eateries and scenic beauty. At the intersection of Hwys 24 and 58, Cape Carteret welcomes visitors with golf courses, restaurants, shopping and more. A variety of wellknown chains make this a busy retail intersection, and its easy access to the beach in Emerald Isle makes it a popular spot to settle. Cape Carteret rolls right in to Cedar Point which lines Hwy 24 with antique shops, boutiques and small businesses. The waterfront village of Swansboro is the largest of the three towns yet it continues to retain its historic charm and quaint beauty. The site is home to the oldest running Carteret County festival. October’s Mullet Festival brings up to 20,000 visitors each year, packing the downtown streets of this town of less than 2,000. Details: swansboro-nc.org
History Museum Of Carteret County Your portal to Carteret County’s past can be found in Morehead City. Here, short and long term exhibits focus on the county’s human history – presented in a way that the whole family can enjoy. A large genealogical research library, the Infusion Café, a 2,500 square foot rental space and exhibit gallery of similar proportion houses interactive exhibits for all ages, promising great visitor experiences. Currently featured is Beach Town in a Forest – The Story of Pine Knoll Shores. Opened in March 2016, this exhibition tells the story of a Bogue Banks community from its earliest occupation by Indians through to the present day. The museum’s well-received Warriors of Carteret County exhibit speaks to the sacrifices of county’s service men and women starting in World War I and progressing through to present conflicts. Neighbor, Come on Down, is a full scale diorama of Beaufort’s Purvis Chapel, one of the oldest black churches in the state. For the curious visitor, the museum also features stories about pirates, maritime activities, farming, and the Civil War. We can also direct you to other heritage operations in the county that feature these topics in more detail. A museum store offers a unique line of gifts, cook books, works by local authors, and old fashioned toys relative to our exhibits and Carteret County. Nautical ornaments, jewelry, locally made pottery, and children’s items are also offered for sale. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for children. For more information, visit www.carterethistory.org, the museum Facebook page, or call 252-247-7533. 18
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Beaufort & Down East
beaufort A beautiful walking waterfront is at the heart of this small seaport village, inviting visitors to forgo their cars for an up close and personal tour. Scenic strolls are highlighted by quaint shops, fine dining establishments and fiery red sunsets. No worry, there are plenty of spots to stop and sit along the way, giving everyone a chance to take in the scenery and perhaps a glance of the wild horses that roam Carrot Island, located just across Taylors Creek. Beaufort (pronounced “Bo-furt”), is well deserving of its “America’s Coolest Small Town” title bestowed in 2012 by Budget Travel. Noted as North Carolina’s third oldest town, Beaufort residents have gone to great pains to retain a great deal of the seaport’s history and architecture. Leading that effort is the Beaufort Historical Association, which operates an historic site on Turner Street. Swing by the visitor’s center for a variety of information about the area. Noted events include the Wine and Food Weekend in April, the NC Maritime Museum Wooden Boat Show in May and the Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour in June. Details: www.beaufortnc.org.
down east Recognized as anything east of Beaufort, the small rural communities of Down East Carteret County have one thing in common – their dedication to preserving the heritage and culture of their region. Atlantic, Bettie, Cedar Island, Davis, Gloucester, Harkers Island, Lola, Marshallberg, Otway, Sea Level, Smyrna, Stacy, Straits and Williston are communities built around the water with a strong focus on fishing and boat building. It is the striking views of the water and its wildlife, however, that brings many visitors down this two-lane stretch of roadway. So many so that in 2009 Hwy 70 from Merrimon Road to Cedar Island was made part of the Outer Banks Scenic Byway. On Harkers Island, you’ll find the National Park Service Visitor Center offering information on Cape Lookout Lighthouse and the Outer Banks. There are also marinas, campgrounds and accommodations, plus ferries and charter boat services available for visitors ready to hop over to the islands for the day. At Cedar Island, travelers have the option of jumping on a state ferry to Ocracoke, a small village at the southern tip of the Outer Banks, and following the byway north.
Beaufort Historic Site A beautiful walking waterfront is at the heart of this small seaport Offering a full calendar of special events and programs to keep visitors and residents excited about Beaufort’s rich history, the Beaufort Historic Site features 11 historic buildings and the town’s original burial site, the Old Burying Ground. At the site and beyond, the Beaufort Historical Association strives to document the lifestyles and customs of Beaufort’s past to preserve its historical identity for the future. For more than 50 years, the organization has led the way in the restoration and preservation of some of the town’s most prestigious structures. The site itself includes 11buildings: the Courthouse of 1796, the oldest surviving wooden courthouse in the state; the apothecary shop, circa 1859; the Carteret County Jail, circa 1829; the Rustell House, circa 1732 and others, all enhanced by authentic artifacts. Year-round, the BHA offers tours of the town on an authentic double-decker bus complete with interesting commentary by volunteer tour guides. It also offers a variety of seminars, volunteer opportunities and special events, including several of the town’s largest annual social engagements. From the educational Kindergarten Thanksgiving to the popular Old Homes & Gardens Tour held each June, there is always something on the horizon at the Beaufort Historic Site. The Beaufort Historic Site is open from 9:30am-5pm Monday through Saturday and 10am-4pm during the off-season. Details: 252-728-5225 or www.beauforthistoricsite.org. 30 www.nccoast.com
Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center
Found at the end of Island Road in Harkers Island, the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum strives to promote and preserve the Down East region’s valued heritage by showcasing the talents and skills of Down East residents. Preservation of the rural Eastern Carolina lifestyle is at its core, striving to document the history before it slips away. With a focus on decoy carving, boat building, storytelling, oral history or the region, local writers, traditional music, food, hunting, fishing and other skills, the talent is bountiful Down East, and Waterfowl Museum is a great place to find samples of it all. The museum’s goal is to pass these community strengths on to the next generation, educating residents and visitors alike about the crucial role these talents have played through history. Many heritage programs and demonstrations are offered throughout the year and the site’s Waterfowl Weekend, held the first weekend each December, is not to be missed. Admission is free. Details: 252-728-1500, www.coresound.com.
NC Maritime Museum One of three maritime museums under the NC Dept. of Cultural Resources, this Beaufort site tells the tale of the waterfront town’s relationship with the water that surrounds it – from fishing and boat building to pirates and aquatic life. The site was thrust into the spotlight in 2011 as it became home to one of the first permanent exhibit of artifacts raised from the vessel believed to be the Queen Anne’s Revenge, Blackbeard the Pirate’s flagship. Located in 1996 just outside of Beaufort Inlet, the Dept. of Cultural Resources and the museum have played a large role in funding the excavation and bringing the artifacts to the surface. New pieces are added regularly, making it a must-stop for visitors, even if they’ve been there before. Free to visit, the museum features a variety of additional exhibits, from sea life and sailing to boat building and commercial fishing. Across the street, the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center features an active boat and model shop, where visitors can observe the active construction of wooden boats, or take a class to learn how to build their own. The museum is open from 9am-5pm, weekdays; 10am-5pm on Saturday; and 1-5pm on Sunday. For more information, call 252-728-7317 or visit ncmaritimemuseums.com.
Rachel Carson Reserve Teeming with wildlife and natural vegetation, this series of islands located across from the Beaufort waterfront is a component of the NC National Estuarine Research Reserve. Often referred to as Bird Shoals or Carrot Island by locals, it can only be accessed by boat. Comprised of salt marshes, salt flats, tidal flats and eelgrass beds, the reserve is a favorite place for beachcombing, swimming and sunbathing. More than 200 species of birds have been sighted on the reserve and a checklist of these feathered-friends is available. Guided nature tours are offered from 8:30-10:30am, Tuesday and Thursday, June through August, including nature hikes and cruises offered by the Friends of the Reserve. Closed toe shoes, sunglasses, hats, water and sunscreen are recommended. Guests should be prepared to get their shoes wet and muddy, especially during the nature hikes. Tours are free, however, donations are graciously accepted. For more information, call 252-838-0883 or visit www.nccoastalreserve.net. Coaster
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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 56mile stretch of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, spanning from Ocracoke Inlet to Beaufort Inlet. Three pristine barrier islands make up the national seashore – North Core Banks, South Core Banks and Shackleford Banks. Accessible only by private boat or ferry, this incredible ribbon of sand hosts unparalleled fishing, shelling and a working lighthouse. The undeveloped seashore allows for true-to-nature camping, features a restored lighthouse keeper’s quarters, a boardwalk to the beach, daily ranger programs and facilities in summer. There are no lifeguards on the beaches or maintained roads. North and South Core Banks, both noted for wonderful shelling, clamming and surf fishing, also offer rustic cabins as an alternative to camping from April through November. For those seeking to discover the seashore’s history, picturesque Portsmouth village, found at the northeastern tip of Core Banks, is a 250-acre uninhabited island community dating from 1753 and preserved as a national historic site. Exhibits in several of the historic buildings tell the history of this island community. Many visitors come to the National Seashore to view the black and white diagonal checkerboard-patterned Cape Lookout Lighthouse. A landmark since 1859, the lighthouse tower is maintained by the National Park Service. Visitors can climb the tower from mid-May to mid-September. On Shackleford Banks, history may wander past you in the form of the Shackleford Banks wild horses. The Light Station Visitor Center, found near the lighthouse
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ferry dock, has a shaded pavilion and boardwalk connecting it to the beach. There are exhibits along the boardwalk and at the nearby Keepers’ Quarters Museum. Exhibits focus on lighthouse history and early shipwrecks and rescues. The Light Station Visitor Center and the Keepers’ Quarters Museum are open to the public, April through November. A Visitor Information Center is located on Front Street in Beaufort. Inside exhibits introduce visitors to the stories of the island communities, the lighthouse and other local history as well as some of the island wildlife. Ferry tickets for trips to Shackleford Banks may be purchased here. The seashore’s main visitor center, located on Harkers Island. Exhibits tell the story of island communities, the US LifeSaving Service and other local history. An indoor theater offers a short film and the visitor center bookstore features books, tapes, videos and children’s items related to Cape Lookout National Seashore. A nature trail winds along the shore to an observation deck overlooking Core Sound. Public restrooms and a nearby picnic area are available and wheelchair accessible. Ferry tickets for trips to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse may be purchased here. For more information call 252-728-2250 or visit www. nps.gov/calo. For a complete listing of area ferries, charters, tours and cruises, see page 40. All visitors should remember this is a remote, natural territory with no fast food, limited fresh water access and no lifeguards. Visitors and campers, remember to take whatever is needed to eat or drink, sun and insect lotions, hats and shoes and to bring out all that you carry in, including trash.
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Tides & times
Tidal Time Difference Between Morehead City &:
Atlantic Beach Atlantic Beach Bridge Beaufort Inlet Bogue Inlet Cape Lookout Harkers Island Bridge
HIGH -:41 +:22 -:19 -:13 -:43 +1:26
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Celebrating Mardi Gras – Down East Style
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he Gloucester Mardi Gras has been giving Down East Carteret County the chance to celebrate rural Louisiana traditions for 25 years. Organized annually by Brian and Barbara Blake of the Unknown Tongues Zydeco band, the popular event is free to attend – true to the community spirit of Southwest Louisiana. Instead of focusing the event on the large annual undertaking in New Orleans, the Down East version is modeled after the rural Louisiana Mardi Gras. In those parts, local citizens disguise themselves for the day in masks and bright costumes and are herded by handlers into horse-drawn cattle trailers and hauled from farm to farm to chase chickens that will eventually end up in the gumbo for the Mardi Gras celebration. In Gloucester, no chicken chasing is required. Instead, the idea is to get right down to the business of celebrating. Many participants bring their own chicken, mind you, along with musical instruments and their dancing shoes. Local shrimp and crab take the place of crawfish, the staple of the Louisiana’s rural shindig, and no one is expected to aid local farmers in catching their chickens. But there is certainly no shortage of fun. When folks start arriving midday Saturday morning, food preparation is in full swing as giant cauldrons of gumbo simmer on the gas burners set
up under tents. A Fool’s Procession announces the feast, with everyone adorned in colorful mismatched attire, raising a ruckus as they march down the road. The Gloucester Mardi Gras also includes a king and queen cake for the kids. A small baby doll is baked into each of the two cakes, and when the cake is cut and served, the boy who finds the doll in his piece is deemed the king and the girl the queen. The two go through a coronation ceremony and take their dolls home, only to have their parents bake them into the cakes the following year. Planned from 11am-6pm on Saturday, Feb. 18, the annual event at the Gloucester Community Center (476 Piggott Road) includes turkey, red beans and rice, hot gumbo, an array of live music, a parade and loads of family-oriented fun. Mid-afternoon is when the festival really takes off as the Blakes and Unknown Tongues take to the stage with their mix of country, Zydeco, Cajun and rhythm and blues tunes that always have the dance floor packed with partiers of all ages. A portion of the proceeds go to the Gloucester Community Club’s Woodrow and Mary Dudley Price Scholarship for graduating high school seniors. To learn more about Gloucester Mardi Gras, visit unknowntongues.com. Coaster
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Sea & Do
Charters, Cruises, Marinas & Tours
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.
Family Fun
The Crafty Attic, 278 Hwy 24, Suite 1, 252-515-0078,
Morehead City. Choose a project, create it on site and take it home with you when you leave. Offering pottery, glass, wood, jewelry and more. Fun for all ages. Party room available. Visit www.thecraftyatticnc.com to learn more.
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, 252-247-7011. (Map #28) Fly your own kite or watch the colors of other friendly kite fliers 10am Sundays at Fort Macon State Park, hosted by Kites Unlimited, a great place for kites, toys, gifts & more in Atlantic Station Shopping Center, kites-birdstuff.com. NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt 36
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Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, 252-247-4003. (Map #32) At 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 threequarter 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, $12.95 (ages 13-61); $11.95 age 62 & over; $10.95 ages 3-12. Children age 2 & under and members of the NC Aquariums admitted free. Annual memberships, $75 family; $65 couple; $50 individual, ncaquariums.com.
Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway, 976 Salter Path Road, Salter Path, 252-247-
3024.(Map #46) Features go-carts, mini-golf, bumper boats, arcade & mining train, adventure & thrills galore for the entire family. At Mile Marker 10.3.
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.
Perfect stay Atlantic Beach Realty, 513 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB, 252240-7368. (Map #23) In the Causeway Shopping Center featuring cottage and condo sales and rentals, atlanticbeachrealty.net, call 800-786-7368 for a free brochure or visit www.atlanticbeachrealty. net.
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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, 888354-2128. See website for specials or to browse properties, www. bluewatercoaster.com.
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.
Cannon & Gruber Realtors, 509 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB, 252-726-6600. (Map #20) Beach vacation sales or rentals, userfriendly online booking at cannongruber.com, 800-317-2866. CENTURY 21 Coastland, 7603 Emerald Drive, EI, 252-3542131. (Map #49) Offers weekly, monthly and annual rentals as well as residential, commercial sales, www.coastland.com or toll-free 800-822-2121. The Clamdigger Inn, 511 Salter Path Road, PKS, 252-247-
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 252-247-0077, 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, 252-354-2658; sales, 877-698-3194, 252-354-2958. View rental and sales properties at www.sun-surf.com.
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Good buys Art, Crafts & Home:
Beaufort Home, 127 Middle Lane, Beaufort. (Map #74) The folks at Beaufort Furniture are now offering a wide variety of home goods all proudly made in the United States. Visit them today on the history Beaufort waterfront. Handscapes Gallery, 410 Front St., Beaufort, 252-728-6805. (Map #78) Featuring fine arts and crafts on the waterfront in historic Beaufort. The gallery promotes American traditions in pottery, jewelry and glasswork with an emphasis on North Carolina artists. Over 200 artists are represented in a full range of work from the traditional to the contemporary in pottery, glass, jewelry, metal, wood and other media www.handscapesgallery.com, handscapes@ gmail.com.
Books & Gifts:
Beach Book Mart, Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, 252-240-5655. (Map #25) Features the largest selection of books on the beach including bestsellers, local books, children’s, cookbooks, crafts, magazines & many more. Dee Gee’s Gifts & Books, 508 Evans St., Morehead City, 252-726-3314. (Map #1) Located on the waterfront, store features a fine selection of greeting cards, paperback & hardback books, Byer’s Choice carolers, jewelry, toys, nautical charts, original paintings & prints, china, gifts, open every day, free gift wrap, will ship anywhere, 800-DEE-GEES (333-4337). Kites Unlimited & Bird Stuff, Etc., 1010 W. Fort Macon Road, AB, 252-247-7011. (Map #28) Located in Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, this dual store offers quality kites & windsocks, stunt kites, unique games and puzzles, kite accessories, flags, banners and more, while also catering to the bird enthusiast. Find bird feeders, pre-mixed or mix-your-own seeds, houses, supplies & more. Tilley hats, Sloggers and more, all in one convenient location.
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 38
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models & ready to embroider Adams Caps. Does custom embroidery & logos in-house. Bring in yours, www.harborspecialties.com. Island Essentials Linen & Leisure Supply Co., 208 Bogue Inlet Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-8887. (Map #55) High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home. Also bed & bath linen service. Visit the new showroom, 8002 Emerald Drive, by appointment only. Services available year-round, reserve ahead to ensure availability, 888-398-8887, info@island-essentials.com. Island Proper Outfitters, 431 Front St., Beaufort, 252-838-1576. (Map #29) Carries high quality apparel, footwear and accessories perfect for any Southern gentleman looking for a classic, yet trendy look. Brands include Vineyard Vines, Johnnie-O, Patagonia, Faherty, Southern Proper, Smathers & Branson, Maui Jim, Olukai, and 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, Island Proper Boutique offers an array of apparel, footwear and accessories for the classic Southern lady. Featuring Trina Turk, Escapada, Karlie Clothes, Jack Rogers, The Frye Company, Hobo, Gorjana, Daniel Wellington, and much more. Island Traders, 421 Front St., Beaufort, 252-504-3000; Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, 252-240-2825. (Map #29) The store that started it all! Find great names at great prices. Featuring Costa Del Mar, Reef Sanuk, 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. Sandi’s Beachwear, 417 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, 252-726-4812. (Map #27) Emphasizes women’s specialty swimwear, sizes 4-24, long torso, special cup
sizes A-G, & mastectomy. Separates by Sunsets, Tara Grinna, Sea Wave. Also swimwear by Trina Turk, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, Kenneth Cole, Nautica, La Blanca, Miraclesuit, Tommy Bahama, Gottex. Just the right suit for every size & preference. Casual wear by Escapada, Elliott Lauren, Jude Connally, Nomadic Traders, Britt Ryan, Elizabeth McKay, Foxcroft, Miracle Body,Gretchen Scott, Tyler Boe, Hatley, Sail to Sable, Melly M, Mud Pie, Lisette & Wild Palms. Great selection of beach bags, cover ups, shoes & accessories. Top it Off Boutique, 8700 Emerald Plantation, Suite 7, Emerald Isle, 252-3547111. (Map #62) Experience the difference – offering unique gifts, jewelry, clothing, accessories, shoes and much more. Whimsical and fun gifts for all occasions.
Transportation:
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, 200 Terminal Drive, New Bern. (Map #2) Close, convenient & connected – the closest airport to the beach is now offering more airlines for more convenience: US Airways Express & Delta Connection Service provided by Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Visit NewBernAirport.com for more info.
Restaurants:
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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NC FERRY SCHEdule Call 1-800-BY-FERRY or visit www.ncdot.gov/ferry
for updated information and rates. See website for additional ferry schedules for the Currituck-Knotts Island ferry and Southport-Fort Fisher ferry. CEDAR ISLAND-OCRACOKE CHERRY BRANCH TOLL FERRY MINNESOTT FERRY 2 ¼ hours - 50 Cars Reservations Recommended Call 1-800-293-3779 Jan. 1 - May 2, Sept. 27- Dec.31 Depart Depart Cedar Island Ocracoke 7:00 AM 7:30 AM 10:30 AM 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM Depart Cedar Island 7:00 AM 10:00 AM 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 6:30 PM
May 3 - Sept. 26
Depart Ocracoke 7:30 AM 10:00 AM 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 9:00 PM
Name of driver & type of vehicle are required when making reservations. Can call up to 90 days in advance.
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20 minutes - 30 cars Year-Round Depart Cherry Branch 5:00 AM ------- 5:45 AM 6:15 AM 6:45 AM 7:15 AM 7:45 AM 8:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:30 AM 12:00 PM 12:30 PM 1:30 PM 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 3:00 PM 3:30 PM 4:00 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 5:30 PM ------- 6:30 PM ------- 7:30 PM ------- 8:30 PM ------- 10:00 PM ------- 12:00 AM -------
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OCRACOKEHATTERAS 60 minutes - 30 cars Year-Round Jan. 1-May 23 Oct. 11-Dec. 31 5am-Midnight May 24 - Oct. 10 Depart Ocracoke 5:00 AM 6:10 AM 7:25 AM 8:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:10 AM 10:25 AM 10:50 AM 11:10 AM 11:55 AM 12:05 PM 12:30 AM 12:45 PM 1:10 PM 1:30 PM 2:15 PM 2:25 PM 2:50 PM 3:05 PM 3:30 PM 3:50 PM 4:35 PM 4:45 PM 5:10 PM 5:25 PM 6:10 PM 6:45 PM 6:55 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM 8:00 PM 8:30 PM 9:15 PM 9:30 PM 10:30 PM MIDNIGHT
Depart Hatteras 5:00 AM 6:15 AM 7:20 AM 8:35 AM 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:40 AM 10:00 AM 10:45 AM 10:55 AM 11:20 AM 11:35 AM 12:00 PM 12:20 PM 1:05 PM 1:15 PM 1:40 PM 1:55 PM 2:20 PM 2:40 PM 3:25 PM 3:35 PM 4:00 PM 4:15 PM 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 5:45 PM 6:20 PM 6:35 PM 6:45 PM 7:20 PM 8:05 PM 8:15 PM 9:15 PM 10:45 PM MIDNIGHT
Highlights Pancakes and a Movie
St. Francis by the Sea Episcopal Church with celebrate Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 28, with a pancake dinner followed by the 1925 silent film “The Phantom of the Opera” accompanied by renowned organist Dorothy Papadokos. Dinner begins at 5:15pm and the movie begins at 6:30pm. Tickets are available at the church office Tuesday through Thursday and at First Citizen’s Bank, Atlantic Beach, and by calling Libba Shelton, 252-723-1898. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.
Held on the grounds of the historic site on Turner Street, the event showcases each of the site’s historic buildings, depicting a different aspect of life for early Beaufort residents, from the simple colonial Leffers’ Cottage to the ornately decorated Victorian Josiah Bell House. The BHA’s strong association of individuals dedicated to preserving the treasured history of Beaufort, spans across the county, state and nation and offers a wide range of membership levels. To learn more, call 252-728-5225 or visit our website at www.beauforthistoricsite.org.
Celebrating St. Paddy’s Day
For the Love of Chocolate
Chocolate Vendors will converge on the Crystal Coast Civic Center on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 4-5 for the annual Carolina Chocolate Festival – a wonderful reason to indulge in a little sweetened fun in advance of Valentine’s Day. Don’t let the name fool you – this isn’t just a festival for visitors to pick up box of the latest chocolate candies. Instead, it brings all things chocolate together. Cakes and tortes, puddings and popcorn, truffles and fudge, it can all be found at the popular annual event. Chocolate covered strawberries? You got it. Dare we say chocolate covered bacon? Yep, you got it. Vendors from as far away as Tennessee and Virginia come converge on Morehead City with more chocolate offerings than ever thought possible. Festival tickets are $9 for adults and $2 for children 5-12. Active duty military can enjoy a discount.
The spotlight once again turns to Emerald Isle as plans for St. Patrick’s Day begin to form. Perhaps it’s the name that makes it Carteret County’s official party planner for Irish holidays, maybe it’s the town’s picturesque waterfront location. Whatever the reason may be, Emerald Isle has been in charge of organizing the festivities for 26 years – and these folks sure know how to throw a party. Slated for 9am-6pm on Saturday, March 11, at the Emerald Plantation Shopping Center, the annual celebration is filled with hand-picked vendors, food, children’s rides and plenty of live entertainment. While rides, food and fun take a center stage, a full schedule of live entertainment will provide the soundtrack as the day progresses. The popular Little Mr. and Miss Leprechaun Contest is always a favorite. Both boys and girls age 2-3 and 4-5 will be judged on the originality and creativity of their costume and overall stage presentation. Entrance to the festival and parking, as always, is free. To learn more about the St. Patrick’s celebration, call 252-354-6350 or visit www.emeraldislestpatricksfestival.com.
Membership Drive at BHA
Each year, the Sunday before Valentine’s Day, the Beaufort Historical Association welcomes the public to enjoy food, fun and fellowship as it opens the authentically restored homes and buildings on the Beaufort Historic Site for its annual Valentine Membership Party. This year’s event will be held from 2-4pm on Sunday, Feb. 12, welcoming current members and encouraging new members to join. Coaster
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1, 8, 15, 22: 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. Succulent Seafood. 2-4pm on select Mondays. Visit the area’s top eateries to find out how expert chefs choose, prepare and serve fresh local seafood with a flourish. Sessions of this NC Aquarium program include a test taste. Age 12 and up, $15. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncacquariums. com. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28: Behind the Scenes – Shark Snack. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs at the NC Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores, and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck while the aquarists feed the sharks. Ages 5 and 42
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up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncacquariums.com. 4-5: Carolina Chocolate Festival. Chocolate is the theme, from decadent selections to pudding eating contests at this Crystal Coast Civic Center festival. The event runs from 9am-6pm on Saturday and 10am-3pm on Sunday. Details: 252-2473883, carolinachocolatefestival.com. 4, 11, 18, 25: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters. 23:30pm. Visit labs and holding areas, and feed the animals in this thorough behind-the-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck. Age 8 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums. com. Sat. 4: Snow up the Park. Noon4pm. There is 100 percent chance of snow in Swansboro for the annual Snow
up the Park celebration and plenty of winter fun for the entire family. Enjoy arts and crafts, unlimited sledding and more. Dress warm and don’t forget your mittens. Details: 910-326-2600. 6, 13: 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. 6: Flags of the Confederacy. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon to learn about flags of the Confederacy. Details: 252-726-3775. Wed. 8: Merry Time for Tots – Hatteras Jack. 10-11am. Preschoolers and their caregivers hear the legend of the albino dolphin Hatteras Jack and learn more about dolphins along the North Carolina coast with
the NC Maritime Museum. Ages 2-5, free. Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Thur. 9: Chiropractic Wellness. 5:30pm. Swansboro Parks and Recreation and Carteret Chiropractic team up for this seminar on the basics of chiropractic care. Details: 910-3262600. 10-12 & 17-19: “The Cemetery Club.” Carteret Community Theatre brings this favorite to the stage. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30pm with Sunday matinees at 2pm. Tickets are $10-$15. Details: www. carteretcommunitytheatre.com. Fri. 10: Brown Bag Gam – Love at Sea. Noon. Pack a lunch and join the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, for an informal program on memorable love stories that involved the sea. Free. No reservation required. Details: www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252728-7317. Friday Free Flicks. 7pm. At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation on the second Friday of each month. Movies are family oriented. Details: 252-354-6350. Sat. 11: Heartbreaker. 7pm. The Seaside Arts Council brings this Heart tribute band to the community room at Swansboro Town Hall for a special onenight performance. Tickets are $10$15 and can be purchased at www. seasideartscouncil.com Sun. 12: Valentine Membership Drive. 2-4pm. The Beaufort Historical Association will open the buildings of Beaufort Historic Sites 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. Mon. 13: 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. Tue. 14: Heart of the Sea. 2-4pm. Spend Valentine’s Day at the NC Maritime Museum and learn about Echo, the
museum’s 33.5-foot long sperm whale skeleton. Free. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort. com. Thur. 16: 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: 252-726-3775. Fri. 17: American Red Cross Blood Drive. 2-7pm. Carteret County chapter of the American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center. 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. Movie Mania. 7pm. Join Swansboro Parks and Recreation for a screening of “Secret Life of Pets.” Free. Details: 910-326-2600. Sat. 18: Gloucester Mardi Gras. 11am-6pm. Folk, blues jazz, Cajun and Zydeco tunes will blast throughout Gloucester. Costume attire is encouraged or make feathered masks and hats on site to coordinate with beads earned at the toss. 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, call 252-729-8021 or visit www.unknowntongues.com. Wed. 22: Brown Bag Gam – Oyster Fishery of North Carolina. Noon. Join the staff at the NC Maritime Museum and learn about this amazing bi-valve. Free. No reservation required. Details: www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252-728-7317. Thur. 23: International Film Series. Held at Joslyn Hall on the campus of Carteret Community College, this annual event offers two viewing times and two options for participation. The film airs at 5:20pm and 7:30pm, with an opportunity for dinner at 6pm catered by Floyd’s 1921. Tickets are $35 per person. This month’s film is “The Carer” from England. Details: 252-2226262.
Emerald Isle Garden Club Card Party Fundraiser. 1-4pm. At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Center. Play your favorite card, board or table game. Tickets are $15 which includes light party fare, desserts, beverages and a chance at a door prize. Details: 252764-0420. 25-26: Introduction to Wooden Boat Building. 9am-4:30pm. In this two-day hands on course, students explore the art of boat building from start to finish. Begin with the design and lofting of boats and move on to the setup, steam bending and different methods of creating the back bone of small boats. Course fee is $135. Must be 16 to participate. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Sat. 25: Saltwater Fishing School. 7:30am-5pm. Staffed by more than 20 local captains ready to share their experience and insights on inshore, near shore, offshore and blue water fishing. Topics include techniques, equipment, strategy, locations, terminal tackle, electronics, bait and more will be offered. Details: 910-452-6378 or fishermanspost.com/fishing-school/ morehead.
MARCH
1, 8, 15, 22: 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. Wed. 1: Summer Job Fair. 4-7pm. Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation, Carteret Community College and the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce team up for this annual job fair at the Emerald Isle Recreation Center. Admission is free. Details: 252-3546350. Thur. 2: Lunch & Learn with Dick Wall. Noon. Dick Wall keeps his wife Carol’s message alive by traveling the country and discussing her book. Cost is $28 and includes lunch. Held at Clawson’s, Beaufort. Details: 252-7285225 or www.beauforthistoricsite.org. Fri. 3: Delbert McClinton. 8pm. The American blues rock and electric blues singer, songwriter, guitarist and pianist performs at the Carteret (Continued on page 44)
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Community Theatre. Tickets are $4055 and can be purchased at the door or at www.carteretcommunitytheatre.com. 4, 11, 18, 25: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters. 23:30pm. Visit labs and holding areas, and feed the animals in this thorough behind-the-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck. Age 8 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums. com. Sat. 4: Ryanhood Perform. 7pm. This acoustic duo visits Swansboro thanks to the Seaside Arts Council. The performance will be held at the community room in town hall. Tickets are $10-$15 and can be purchased at www.seasideartscouncil.com. A cash bar will be available. 6, 20, 27: 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. 6: Flags of the Confederacy. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon to learn about flags of the Confederacy. Details: 252-726-3775. Wed. 8: Merry Time for Tots – Boats That Float. 10am. Youngsters ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to explore the world of boats with stories, crafts and more at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Free. Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Thur. 9: Boat Building Past and Present. 11am. The NC Maritime Museum’s Harvey W. Watercraft Center explores the history of wooden boat building then takes guests for a tour of a modern boat manufacturing plant. Age 13 and up, $10. Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. BHA Volunteer Training. 9am-4pm. The Beaufort Historical Association holds its annual volunteer training program for new and potential volunteers. The one-day program offers an overview of the varied volunteer positions. Details: 252-728-5225. 44
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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. 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. 11: Build Your Own StandUp Paddle Board. 9am-4:30. Participants have the opportunity to build a stand-up paddle board from cedar and plywood in the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center at the NC Maritime Museum. Course runs for four days. Fee is $1,000. Minimum age is 16. Advance registration required. Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. 26th Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Festival. 9am-6pm. Held at the Emerald Plantation shopping center,
festival features more than 75 arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, clowns and static displays along with amusement rides, a climbing wall, face painters and several other fun, family-oriented activities. Other events surrounding the festival include a beer garden and the Little Ms. and Mr. Leprechaun contest. Details: 252-354-6350. Mon. 13: 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. Thur. 16: Brown Bag Gam – Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Noon. Pack a lunch and join the staff at the NC Maritime Museum and learn about one of Carteret County’s iconic tower. Free. No reservation required. Details: www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252728-7317. 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: 252-726-3775. 18-19: Introduction to Wooden Boat Building. 9am-4:30pm. In this two-day hands on course, students explore the art of boat building from start to finish. Begin with the design and lofting of boats and move on to the setup, steam bending and different methods of creating the back bone of small boats. Course fee is $135. Must be 16 to participate. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Wed. 22: Brown Bag Gam – Whales of North Carolina. Noon. Pack a lunch and join the staff at the NC Maritime Museum and learn more about the many species of whales that travel near our shores. Free. No reservation required. Details: www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252728-7317. Thur. 23: International Film Series. Held at Joslyn Hall on the campus of Carteret Community College, this annual event offers two viewing times and
two options for participation. The film airs at 5:20pm and 7:30pm, with an opportunity for dinner at 6pm catered by Floyd’s 1921. Tickets are $35 per person. This month’s film is “Nakom” from Ghana. Details: 252-222-6262. Fri. 24: Brown Bag Gam – Women Pirates. Noon. Pack a lunch and join the staff at the NC Maritime Museum and learn about one of Carteret County’s iconic tower. Free. No reservation required. Details: www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252728-7317. Sat. 25: Emerald Isle Marathon, Half-Marathon & 5K. 6:30am. This new annual event consists of three races of varying lengths in hopes of offering something for just about everybody. Funds raised will be shared between the town’s bicycle path program and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Cost to enter the 5K is $25; Half Marathon, $80; and Marathon, $100. Registration is available at www.emeraldislerun. com. Entry is limited to the first 1,000 competitors.
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