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Event Series Giant Jellies: Carol Willett

Giant Jellies: Carol Willett

Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

Giant Jellies, by artist Carol Willett, are sculptures on display in Dare Arts Center. This display will be in the outdoor courtyard from September 6 through mid-November. 

There is something exquisite about the simplicity of jellies. Their color, shape and size are mesmerizing. This trio of Giant Jellies were created to spark curiosity about these magical creatures. The bells were sculpted over exercise balls, then drilled, sanded, painted and sealed. The colorful tentacles are made from deconstructed bath sponges and recycled beads. The reefs and their creatures are built out of expanding foam and wet sand, plus polymer clay and up-cycled plastic bottles. Electrical conduit, bicycle wheels and plywood make up the armatures.

Event Series Robert Chestnut Exhibit Ocra-broke

Robert Chestnut Exhibit Ocra-broke

Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

From November through December, the Dare Arts Vault Gallery will feature photography by Ocracoke artist Robert Chestnut. This series of environmental portraits, named “Ocra-broke” exposes the viewer to the other side of living in paradise: the everyday people who work hard and have fun, an island that closes down during the winter months, and the weathered structures that persist through each tourist season. Along with nature filled scenes, Robert  loves to find forgotten items and help shine a light on them. To convey his ideas he uses photography, oil painting, and printmaking. Ocra-broke will be on display in the Vault Gallery November 1 through December 21, 2024. 

Event Series Wind and Sand

Wind and Sand

Wright Brothers National Memorial 1000 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC, United States

Step back in history during this short walk to the actual site of the Wrights’ first powered flights!  Discover why the Wrights chose Kitty Hawk for their flight experiments and what life was like in the Outer Banks; learn about the events that led to the first powered flight on that cold December day, and the lasting impact their first flight continues to have on the world today.

This FREE program is weather-dependent and may be moved to accommodate wind/rain. Check in at the Visitor Center desk for the most updated information.  This 30 minute program recurs every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from October 6, 2024 until January 2, 2025 at 11 am and 1 pm. Meet on the back patio of the Visitor Center.

​Annual Dare County Veterans Celebration Luncheon 2024

Virgina Tillett Community Center Marshall C Collins Drive 950, Manteo, NC, United States

The ​Annual Veterans Celebration Luncheon will be held at 12pm on Thursday, November 14 at 12:00pm at the Virginia Tillett Community Center, located at 950 Marshall C. Collins Drive in Manteo. RSVPs are required. Please RSVP to the luncheon by calling 252 475 9270. There will be a program and visual presentation highlighting our service members. Entertainment will be provided. ​

Event Series Wind and Sand

Wind and Sand

Wright Brothers National Memorial 1000 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC, United States

Step back in history during this short walk to the actual site of the Wrights’ first powered flights!  Discover why the Wrights chose Kitty Hawk for their flight experiments and what life was like in the Outer Banks; learn about the events that led to the first powered flight on that cold December day, and the lasting impact their first flight continues to have on the world today.

This FREE program is weather-dependent and may be moved to accommodate wind/rain. Check in at the Visitor Center desk for the most updated information.  This 30 minute program recurs every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from October 6, 2024 until January 2, 2025 at 11 am and 1 pm. Meet on the back patio of the Visitor Center.

The Lost Colony Fort Raleigh Walking Tour

Fort Raleigh National Historic Site 1401 National Park Dr, Manteo, NC, United States

Delve into the history and mystery surrounding England’s first attempt to establish a colony in the new world. This easy walk follows paved sidewalks and is .25 miles in length. Discover the history and mystery of The Lost Colony on this 1 hour walking tour. This event is free and open to the public. The tour occurs daily on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from October 06, 2024 to November 02, 2024 at 11:00 am. The tour meets in the plaza outside the Lindsay Warren Visitor Center at Fort Raleigh.

Event Series Uncorked Wine Tasting

Uncorked Wine Tasting

The Cotton Gin Sunset Boulevard, Corolla, NC, United States

Sanctuary Vineyards specializes in family-friendly fun with year-round festivals centered on fresh local seafood, beer, and of course, wine. Every event offers the opportunity to sample the best that Currituck, NC, and The Outer Banks have to offer, plus live music, games, and more. 

Thursdays at The Cotton Gin in Corolla, 5:30-8:30 pm

La Cocina La Cocina at the Pioneer Theater

The Pioneer Theater 113 Budleigh Street, Manteo, United States

Come to the Pioneer Theater for a showing of the 2024 movie La Cocina. La cocina (Spanish for 'The Kitchen') is a drama film written and directed by Alonso Ruizpalacios. The film is based on the 1957 stage play The Kitchen by Arnold Wesker. The film stars Raúl Briones Carmona, Rooney Mara, Anna Diaz, Motell Foster, Oded Fehr, Eduardo Olmos and Spenser Granese.

Within the bustling confines of a Times Square eatery, a tumultuous ensemble of primarily immigrant cooks, waitstaff, and management struggle to navigate the frenzied lunch rush.  This movie is rated R.

$10

Theatre of Dare Performance of Misery by Stephen King

Theatre of Dare 3848 N. Croatan Highway, Kitty Hawk, United States

Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is convalescing, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. The irate Annie has Paul writing as if his life depends on it, and it does. Tickets can be purchased online for $11.50 - $16.50 depending seat location.

Performances: November 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16 at 7:30 p.m.

November 10 & 17 at 2:00 p.m.

$11.50 – $16.50
Event Series Pea Island Bird Walk

Pea Island Bird Walk

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 14500 NC Hwy 12, Rodanthe, NC, United States

Pea Island Bird Walk is a FREE event. Pea Island is ACTUALLY for the birds! This National Wildlife Refuge has close to 400 species of birds that live here or pass through. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, you'll enjoy this casual stroll beside North Pond. Field guides, binoculars, sunscreen, and insect repellent are recommended. Some field guides and binoculars will be available for loan.

Pea Island Bird Walks are held year-round except during the Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival in October and December. Meet at the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, located on NC Highway 12 approximately 4 miles south of Oregon Inlet and 9 miles north of Rodanthe.

Event Series Giant Jellies: Carol Willett

Giant Jellies: Carol Willett

Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

Giant Jellies, by artist Carol Willett, are sculptures on display in Dare Arts Center. This display will be in the outdoor courtyard from September 6 through mid-November. 

There is something exquisite about the simplicity of jellies. Their color, shape and size are mesmerizing. This trio of Giant Jellies were created to spark curiosity about these magical creatures. The bells were sculpted over exercise balls, then drilled, sanded, painted and sealed. The colorful tentacles are made from deconstructed bath sponges and recycled beads. The reefs and their creatures are built out of expanding foam and wet sand, plus polymer clay and up-cycled plastic bottles. Electrical conduit, bicycle wheels and plywood make up the armatures.

Event Series Explore to Learn Playgroup

Explore to Learn Playgroup

Center for CYP Ananias Dare Street 534, Manteo, NC, United States

Explore to Learn is an organized, interactive playgroup that allows children and caregivers to participate in coordinated group activities to prepare children for success in school and life.Playgroup facilitators use the Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Curriculum to provide hands-on activities during each playgroup. 

Young children (0-5) and family, friends and neighbors who take care of them will meet weekly on Fridays from 10:00 am - 11:30 am in the Play & Learn Library at the Center for CYP in Manteo, 534 Ananias Dare Street.

Explore and learn is FREE. However, due to space limitations, registration is required for each playgroup in order to attend. Registration for each playgroup will be posted on CYP's Facebook page here at 9:30 a.m. on the Monday morning of the week of each playgroup.