In February Dare Arts Vault Gallery will feature a retrospective exhibit curated by Vice President, Rebecca Watkins and Board Member, David Beal. People that visit Fifty Years of Dare Arts, A Retrospective will be able to learn about the history of Dare Arts, including notable local icons Mollie Fearing and Frank Stick. The exhibit also highlights the many art events hosted in the community like Artrageous and Outer Banks Veterans Week, as well as programs like the Power of Art. Each panel is filled with photographs and interactive links where visitors might get a chance to see their favorite familiar faces from Dare Arts events over the past fifty years. Fifty Years of Dare Arts, A Retrospective will be on display in the Vault Gallery February 7-March 1, 2025. The exhibit is FREE and open to the public.

Don't miss your chance to shine! Register for a chance to become the next OBX Got Talent champion! Singers(individual, duo or trio), musicians, songwriters, or combination of these. No full bands at this time. Participants that submitted an entry form along with a 1 minute audition video clip will be contacted with a scheduled time to perform for live tryouts beginning 10 am on Saturday, January 11 at 109 Budleigh Street, Manteo, NC 27954. Tryouts are closed to the public and only open to contestants. If under the age of 18 years or older, you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times to participate.

Live Tryouts: January 11 starting at 10am

Round 1: February 1 at 7pm

Round 2: March 1 at 7pm Finale: April 5 at 7pm

First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented event held the first Friday of each month, in historic downtown Manteo. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, and much more. The Manteo Stroll featuring celebrations, specials, art openings, sales and more inside Manteo galleries, shops and restaurants also happens during First Friday.

Savor the small town charm of winter markets at Dowdy Park. Come out for fresh produce, meats, bread, seafood, cheese, and delicious wintertime bites! Held under the pavilion. Double check, in case of inclement weather conditions. All markets take place from 9 am - 12 pm.

Saturday, January 11, 2025
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Saturday, April 12, 2025

Join Kellogg Supply Company for a fun 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 kids craft from 10am-12pm at participating Kellogg Supply Company locations in Manteo, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Duck, Edenton, and Coinjock.
CRAFT SCHEDULE:
JAN 18 - Paint a Gnome
FEB 15 - Paint a Geometric Heart
MAR 8 - Paint a Treasure Chest
APR 12 - Paint a Sea Turtle
MAY 10 - Paint a Gift for Someone Special
While Supplies Last!

Pocosin Wetlands Day Camp Soundside Science Scouts is a single Day Camp. Children must be 7 -9 years of age to participate in this educational activity. Participants will step into the swamp to explore the world of the pocosin wetlands. In this day-long mini-camp experience, students will uncover the unique features of this freshwater ecosystem. From bears and red wolves to mud sunfish and wood ducks, there’s surely something to pique anyone’s interest in this beautiful, boggy place. Along the way, participants will play games, make crafts, and create lasting memories with old and new friends alike. Each camp will accommodate up to 16 individuals. Registration fee is $80.

Secotan Market in Wanchese is a producer-only market featuring fresh produce, vegetable ferments, kombucha, pasture-raised meat & eggs, pecans, mushroom products, pastries, pies, cakes, jams, pickles, honey, medicinal products, flowers, herbs, spices, teas, potted plants, natural skin care, rotating artisans and so much more. Our family of producers join each market in person to share food and goods that they have grown or crafted themselves, here in Northeastern North Carolina. We are deeply committed to honesty and sustainability in our practices. Winter Season Markets are every first and third Saturday of the month December - April 5 from 9am -12pm.

First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented event held the first Friday of each month, in historic downtown Manteo. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, and much more. The Manteo Stroll featuring celebrations, specials, art openings, sales and more inside Manteo galleries, shops and restaurants also happens during First Friday.

Secotan Market in Wanchese is a producer-only market featuring fresh produce, vegetable ferments, kombucha, pasture-raised meat & eggs, pecans, mushroom products, pastries, pies, cakes, jams, pickles, honey, medicinal products, flowers, herbs, spices, teas, potted plants, natural skin care, rotating artisans and so much more. Our family of producers join each market in person to share food and goods that they have grown or crafted themselves, here in Northeastern North Carolina. We are deeply committed to honesty and sustainability in our practices. Winter Season Markets are every first and third Saturday of the month December - April 5 from 9am -12pm.

Savor the small town charm of winter markets at Dowdy Park. Come out for fresh produce, meats, bread, seafood, cheese, and delicious wintertime bites! Held under the pavilion. Double check, in case of inclement weather conditions. All markets take place from 9 am - 12 pm.

Saturday, January 11, 2025
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Saturday, April 12, 2025

Join Kellogg Supply Company for a fun 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 kids craft from 10am-12pm at participating Kellogg Supply Company locations in Manteo, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Duck, Edenton, and Coinjock.
CRAFT SCHEDULE:
JAN 18 - Paint a Gnome
FEB 15 - Paint a Geometric Heart
MAR 8 - Paint a Treasure Chest
APR 12 - Paint a Sea Turtle
MAY 10 - Paint a Gift for Someone Special
While Supplies Last!