2011 Outer Banks “Land of Beginnings” Festival

Posted on March 29, 2011

Land of Beginnings Festival

The Land of Beginnings Festival is an annual celebration of Outer Banks originals that define who the OBX is as a community. Events planned at various sites throughout the week include a long list of exciting cultural, educational and entertainment activities.

The dates for the 2011 Land of Beginnings Festival are set for April 4-9. Festival events are geared toward diverse interests and ages and will be located throughout the Outer Banks from Kitty Hawk to Hatteras.

The Land of Beginnings Festival
April 4-9, 2011

Living Legend Community Luncheon

Noon, Monday, April 4, Ramada Plaza
Author Suzanne Tate will receive the Fifth Annual Living Legend Award
East Carolina Bank Living Legend Scholarship will be presented
Cost $25; advance reservations required.
To purchase tickets online CLICK HERE; to order by phone, call Lost Colony Theater Manager Brandon Smith at 252-473-2127.

Storytelling

Sit back and rest a spell while listening to tales about the ‘good ole days’ on the Outer Banks Kitty Hawk.
7 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, Black Pelican Restaurant
Manteo, 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, at the Dare Center in Manteo preceded with a potluck dinner at 6 p.m.
Buxton, 7 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at the Fessenden Center
Storytelling events free; require no reservations

Footprints in the Sand

Ever wonder about the area’s history and the sites that interpret it? Learn all about the sites, their program offerings and the history of the area.
9 a.m. on Friday, April 8, at the Russell Twiford campus of College of the Albemarle-Dare in Manteo.
Great program for new residents, history-lovers and for customer service employees who work with visitors. This program is free.

Lost Colony Fire and Ice Gala

The festivities will end on a high note with the annual The Lost Colony Gala
7 p.m.-midnight on Saturday, April 9, at the Wright Brothers Memorial Pavilion in Kill Devil Hills.
Food, drink, entertainment, silent auction, and more!
CLICK HERE for more details and to purchase tickets for this favorite party!

Mardi Gras Gala on the Outer Banks

Posted on January 31, 2011

Outer Banks Children @ Play Museum

The Outer Banks “Children at Play” kids museum opened in August, and it’s been getting rave reviews.

Children at Play is located in Kitty Hawk, (beside Papa John’s pizza) at Milepost 4.5. The museum features interactive exhibits where children can learn about the bigger world around them through play! Kids and parents can learn about fishing, and measuring their catch or lighthouses and lifesaving…just some of the exciting opportunities awaiting families on the OBX!

Admission is $5, and their website is: www.childrenatplayobx.com

As a non-profit, one of the challenges behind the creation of such a great space for kids on the OBX is getting enough funding to keep the doors open. To help with fund raising, the great minds at Children at Play recently announced that the 1st Annual Mardi Gras Gala is set for Friday, March 4.

Be sure to bring your dancing shoes and Mardi Gras spirit.

Music
Dancing
Dinner
Open wine and beer bar
Complimentary babysitting services on site (with advanced reservation)
One entry to the VIP raffle

Tickets are $50 per person, or tables can be purchased for $600 each (12 seats per table) and the sponsor will receive a “Helping Hand” on the sponsor wall at the Children’s Museum.

The Gala will be from 7 until 11 PM, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Kitty Hawk. Tickets are available at Children at Play, 3809 N. Croatan Highway Unit G, Kitty Hawk, NC. Cash, check and credit cards are accepted.

Children at Play, is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit. For more information call the museum at (252) 261-0290 or check out their website at: www.childrenatplayobx.com

2010 Outer Banks Wags & Whiskers Benefit

Posted on November 12, 2010

2010 Outer Banks Wags & Whiskers

Set against the unique and colorful background of the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, the Second Annual Wags and Whiskers Gala will take place on Friday, November 19, 7:00 pm ’til 11:00 pm.

It will feature live music, dancing, and an extensive light dinner buffet by Kelly’s Hospitality Group.

A large number of high quality live auction items, including:

A wine tasting party for 18 people at the Native Vine;
A half-day inshore fishing trip for six aboard the Reel TeasHer;
A week at luxurious ocean front homes;
A gourmet dinner with wine for 6 by Coastal Provisions;
A U. S. Sailing Certification Course and 3 hours of free sail boat rental by Nor’Banks Sailing; and other offerings will be open for bids.

A wide array of silent auction items range from a dog bed and a generous supply of gourmet dog food to free rounds of golf for two with cart at either of three different area golf courses, cosmetics, jewelry, and a host of other desirable items.

Local artists will have their works of art on display and for sale.

Tickets are $45.00 per person; $75.00 per couple. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at: