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Living Proof: Artistic Visions of Hope & Healing 

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

Living Proof: Artistic Visions of Hope & Healing will be on display in The Courtroom Gallery July 5-27, 2024. This exhibit is sponsored by Visionary Artists Group, an organization of local artists, who are cancer survivors and/or caregivers. Their goal is to give all those whose lives have been impacted by cancer an opportunity to share their experiences through creative expression. 

Tammy Goodrich Exhibit: Nothing Is Ordinary; Everything Is Beautiful

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

Nothing Is Ordinary; Everything Is Beautiful will be on display in the Vault Gallery July 5-27, 2024. There will be an opening reception on Friday, July 5 from 6pm to 8pm, where visitors can meet Tammy and view her work. This exhibit will feature original, small oil paintings by Tammy Goodrich. The paintings in this exhibition will capture ordinary, yet beautiful, moments in our natural surroundings. Full of lush color and vibrant light, the paintings will resonate with anyone that enjoys still life and local landscape.

Archaeology Jamboree at Hatteras Library

Hatteras Library North Carolina Highway 12, Hatteras, North Carolina, United States

Come to the Archaeology Jamboree at Hatteras Library on Thursday, July 18th from 12:30 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.! Hatteras Library will be rocking an Archaeology Jamboree with Serena Diaz from Ft Raleigh National Park. Come identify and create your own artifact.
For more awesome Summer Reading Program events visit: DareNC.gov/SummerReading

The U.S. Life-Saving Service 1871- 1918 Presented by Keeper James Charlet

Hatteras Lighthouse Pavillon Lighthouse Road, Buxton, North Carolina, United States

Come learn about the US Life-saving Service. Hear true and amazing stories of daring shipwreck rescues from the Graveyard of the Atlantic by “America's Forgotten Heroes." Did you know the most highly awarded maritime rescue in US history occurred right here on the Outer Banks, August 16, 1918? Local historian, Keeper James Charlet, will give a 15 minute presentation full of facts at the Hatteras Lighthouse Pavillon. This will be the last set of presentations for the season (3:30 pm and 4:00 pm).

46th Annual Wright Kite Festival

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

Enjoy a walk on the hallowed grounds where Wilbur and Orville took their historic first flight in 1903, then come join us for some fun flight of your own. Large 30 – 100 foot kites will be flying high on display. We invite you to come fly kites of your own, take FREE stunt and power kite flying lessons, and bring the kiddos on over to our kite-making station. Admission to the park is $10 for ages 16+, but participation in the kite festival is totally FREE! The Wright Brothers National Memorial grounds are open daily from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Living Proof: Artistic Visions of Hope & Healing 

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

Living Proof: Artistic Visions of Hope & Healing will be on display in The Courtroom Gallery July 5-27, 2024. This exhibit is sponsored by Visionary Artists Group, an organization of local artists, who are cancer survivors and/or caregivers. Their goal is to give all those whose lives have been impacted by cancer an opportunity to share their experiences through creative expression. 

Tammy Goodrich Exhibit: Nothing Is Ordinary; Everything Is Beautiful

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

Nothing Is Ordinary; Everything Is Beautiful will be on display in the Vault Gallery July 5-27, 2024. There will be an opening reception on Friday, July 5 from 6pm to 8pm, where visitors can meet Tammy and view her work. This exhibit will feature original, small oil paintings by Tammy Goodrich. The paintings in this exhibition will capture ordinary, yet beautiful, moments in our natural surroundings. Full of lush color and vibrant light, the paintings will resonate with anyone that enjoys still life and local landscape.

Feather Painting at the Frisco Native American Museum

Frisco Native American Museum North Carolina Highway 12, Frisco, NC, United States

Meet talented painter, carver, bead and digital artist, Amber Roth. Join her workshop to learn how a simple feather can become a work of art. You'll learn about feather "wrapping" and how to paint your own design on a feather. The cost for this experience is $10 per person. Registration is required and tickets can be purchased online at the event website.

$10

4th Annual Donkey Derby hosted by the Carova Beach Volunteer Fire & Rescue Auxiliary

Carova Beach Volunteer Fire & Rescue Ocean Pearl Road, Corolla, North Carolina, United States

Grab a chair and bring your family and friends. There will be a silent auction, food, and more! (4WD vehicle required) Admission is free and includes a chance to win a 3 night Carova Beach vacation rental.

Where: 2169 Ocean Pearl Rd, Corolla - 4WD Required

When: July 19, 2024 - 3 to 6pm Rain or Shine

Why: All proceeds benefit the local Fire Department

Family Fun in the Park Block Party

Dare County Family Recreation Park 602 Mustian St, Kill Devil Hills, NC, United States

The Dare County Parks & Recreation Department is excited to host this inaugural Family Fun in the Park Block Party! This is a FREE event you won’t want to miss!

Cookout: Enjoy grilled hotdogs and hamburgers!*
Games: Fun activities for all ages including a water slide!
Scavenger Hunts: Adventure and prizes await!
Work Vehicle Displays: Get up close with emergency services vehicles!

*While the food is free, donations will be graciously accepted to the Tim White Memorial Fund or the F.C. Minton Fund. These funds provide local children with the opportunity to attend recreational programs, free of charge.

Secotan Farmers Market

Secotan Market Secotan Market, 2868 NC-345, Wancheese, NC, United States

A producer-only farmers market in Wanchese featuring fresh produce, 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.

Hatteras Community Fish Fry

Hatteras Fire Station North Carolina Highway 12, Hatteras, NC, United States

The Hatteras Volunteer Fire Department will be the seasonal home of the fish fry from May 25 until August 31. A large plate is $15 and includes two pieces of locally caught fish, southern potato salad, cole slaw, and hush puppies, with sweet or unsweet tea, and homemade desserts available for a donation. The fish fry is held every Saturday at the Hatteras Fire Station from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend, from 5:00 p.m. until dinner is sold out.

$15