| Pyrates of the Crystal Coast! |
| Event Dates: Sep. 1-4, 2010 |
Interactive show with real pyrates on the Beaufort waterfront! 1 hour show starting around sunset every Friday and Saturday nights from Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Location: 328 Front Street (across from the N.C. Maritime Museum)
Blackbeard may make an appearance to tell the TRUE story of Queen Anne's Revenge!
Also, Pyrate Treasure Hunts guided by an authentic pyrate!
Call 252-728-4129 for reservations
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| Atlantic Beach Seaside Cinema |
| Event Date: Sep. 1, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 8:00 pm |
Every Wednesday night from June 2nd to Sept 1
Location: the old Pavilion on the Circle, Atlantic Beach
Movies are free to the public
4-Aug Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
11-Aug Field of Dreams
18-Aug Finding Nemo
25-Aug Pirates of the Caribbean
1-Sep Incredibles
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| Magic Act at the Eastern Carolina Showcase Theater |
| Event Date: Sep. 1, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 7:00 pm |
Magical Mayhem show is a fun filled magic extravaganza with over 50 years combined experience. The show is fun for all ages. Magicians Bryan Sanders, Billy Hardy and Terry Morris bring magic and mayhem to the beach.
The show takes place at the Eastern North Carolina Showcase Theater on Wednesday nights through Labor Day. $12.50 admission includes drinks and a popcorn. Ages 5 and under free.
Doors open at 6:15pm, show starts at 7:00pm. Fun for All. Call 252-426-1501 for more information.
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| Beaufort Historic Site Workshops and Programs |
| Event Dates: Sep. 1-15, 2010 |
Please contact the Beaufort Historical Association for details on all on-going programs and events, pr@beauforthistoricsite.org or 252-728-5225
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| Free movies and Bluegrass at the Beach concert |
| Event Dates: Sep. 1-5, 2010 |
Spend your Labor Day Holiday at Atlantic Beach! We are excited to bring a great line-up of free family events next week to the Boardwalk at the Circle in Atlantic Beach.
Wednesday, September 1: Meet at the Boardwalk's Seaside Cinema to watch "The Incredibles", starting around 8:15 p.m.
Friday, September 3: The Town's Bluegrass at the Beach free concert spotlights The Hotwires band at 5:30 p.m., followed by a viewing of "Monsters vs Aliens" around 8:15 p.m.
For more information on The Hotwires, visit http://raleighbluegrass.com/
Sunday, September 5: Meet at the Boardwalk's Seaside Cinema to watch "Finding Nemo", starting around 8:15 p.m.
Remember, Monday (Sept 6) is a school holiday for the kids. What better way to spend the holidays than with your family at the beach!!! Come on out and make some memories to last a lifetime.
Bring your family, blankets, and beach chairs to the Circle and enjoy the movies. Within walking distance you can enjoy a nice sit down dinner before the movie, or if you choose, you can enjoy coffee, hot dogs, nachos, ice cream, cups of Italian ice, and much more. You can even go shopping for beachy fashions.
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| "Mayhem at the Museum"- Murder Mystery Dinner |
| Event Date: Sep. 3, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 6-8:00 pm |
The North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort becomes a crime scene on Friday, Sept. 3, for "Mayhem at the Museum: Murder Mystery Dinner."
The evening begins with a "Mocktail Hour," followed by an introduction to the live game. Then, meet with the suspects and try your hand at interrogation.
Leave the crime scene to compare notes with your team over dinner and dessert, catered by Clawson's 1905
Restaurant. At the end of the evening, find out if you are a true sleuth.
The event is $30 per person, $50 per couple. Space is limited and advance registration is required.
For more information, or to register, call 252-728-7317.
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| Concerts at the Eastern Carolina Showcase Theater |
| Event Dates: Sep. 3-4,11,18, Oct. 9,31, 2010 |
The Eastern Carolina Showcase Theater (formerly Crystal Coast Jamboree, 1311 Arendell Street, Morehead City) will feature the following musicians this fall:
Sept 3: Pink Floydian Slip, a Pink Floyd Tribute Band
Sept 4: Nantucket
Sept 11: Night Prowler-Bon Scott, an AC/DC Tribute Band
Sept 18: The Embers
Oct 9: John Conlee
Oct 31: Craig Woolard Band
Call the theater for tickets and more information, 252-726-1501.
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| Morehead City Parks & Recreation Concert Series |
| Event Date: Sep. 4, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 7:00-8:30 pm |
The Morehead City Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor a summer long concert series beginning Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.
The concerts are scheduled each Saturday evening from 7:00-8:30 PM at Jaycee Park, 9th and Shepard Street in Morehead City. These performances are free and open to the public.
Sept. 4th
South Harbour
For more information on this event, contact Susan at the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Department, 726-5083.
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| Carteret Cty. Arts & Crafts Coalition Fall Show |
| Event Dates: Sep. 4-5, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): Sat: 10 am-5 pm, Sun: noon-5 pm |
Location: Beaufort Historic Site
Show & Sale of artwork by local coastal artists.
Contact Carol Collier for more information, ccollier1505@embarqmail.com.
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| Raffle for a Week at Emerald Isle! |
| Event Date: Sep. 7, 2010 |
Win a week's stay at an oceanfront/soundfront home during the time period November 1, 2010 to March 31, 2011
$10/ticket- Drawing September 7, 2010 (winner need not be present to win)
Proceeds will be used to extend multi-use path on Coast Guard Road for cyclists, walkers, joggers, etc.
For additional information call 252-354-8546 or check eiraffle.com. Sponsored by Emerald Isle Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
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| Student Night at the Museum |
| Event Date: Sep. 9, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 5:00 pm |
The North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort invites college and graduate students to take part in "Student Night at the Museum" on Thursday, Sept. 2. The free event begins at 5 p.m.
Students will get to network while learning about Museum volunteer and membership opportunities. "We hope they'll be inspired by the work we do here through programs and exhibits," said Museum Education Curator Allison Besch. "The Friends of the Museum in Beaufort are offering a new annual membership level for them, $10 or 10 hours of volunteer service."
Refreshments and light hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Later in the evening, the Museum offers a special sunset sail courtesy of Lookout Cruises. Reservations for the ride can be made during the event.
For more information, call 252-728-7317.
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| Friday Free Flick |
| Event Date: Sep. 10, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 7:00 pm |
Location: Emerald Isle Community Center, 7500 Emerald Drive
Movies are family oriented. Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink for $1.00. Please bring chairs and or blankets, no outside beverages or snacks. Call 252.354.6350 for movie title one week prior to showing.
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| "Lunch with a Dash of History" |
| Event Dates: Sep. 10,24, Oct. 8,22, Dec. 10, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): Noon |
The popular "Lunch with a Dash of History" series with storyteller Rodney Kemp is held at noon on Fridays at the History Place and the Fall series begins Friday, Sept.10th.
The topics and dates will be: Friday, Sept. 10th - World War II; Friday, Sept.24th - Salter Path and Mrs. Alice Hoffman; Friday, Oct. 8th - The Lost Colony; Friday, Oct. 22nd - Cedar Island and Friday, Dec 10th - Christmas Stories.
Tickets are $10 for lunch and only $4 without lunch. Reservations for lunch must be made and tickets paid for before Wednesday prior to each lecture by calling 252-247-7533 ext. 106, or stop by the Museum Store. The History Place is located at 1008 Arendell Street, in downtown Morehead City. historyplace@starfishnet.com
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| Scrapbooking Workshop |
| Event Date: Sep. 11, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
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Scrapbooking Workshops with Linda Phelps will take place at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. Pre-registration is required, ages 12 and up. Fee is $5 with additional packages available. Use of tools and snack included. Fees payable at workshop. You may call Linda Phelps at 910.326.6164 or email rphelps@ec.rr.com
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| 2 v 2 Beach Volleyball Tournaments |
| Event Date: Sep. 11, 2010 |
Tournament location: Western Ocean Regional Access, Islander Drive, Emerald Isle.
This is an "open gender" series and players must be at least 16 years old. Pre-registration is required (no game day registration). Team fee is $55 per team with prize money going to the top two teams (70% to first place; 30% to second place).
Teams must bring their own ball and will act as officials when not playing. Note: officiating may be required after elimination. There are no rain dates and refunds will be issued for bad weather. FIVB/EI beach rules apply.
For registration, payment and general information, contact Brittany Wood at 252.354.6350 or bwood@emeraldisle-nc.org.
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| "Cinema-by-the-Sea" in Beaufort |
| Event Date: Sep. 11, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 7:00 pm |
Location: Gallants Channel, Beaufort
Outdoor film series on alternate Saturday evenings in June, July, August & September
Tickets available at the gate, $10 per carload or $2.00 per individual walk-in
In the event of inclement weather and the presentation has to be cancelled, it will be re-scheduled for the following Friday. Movie concessions will be sold.
For current schedule please check out www.therialto.com.
Contact the N.C. Maritime Museum for additional information, 252-728-7317
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| Down East Folk Arts Society Concerts |
| Event Dates: Sep. 11, Oct. 16, Nov. 13, 2010, Jan. 15, Feb. 12, Mar. 18, 2011 |
| Event Time(s): Doors open at 7:00 pm, Concerts start at 8:00 pm |
General admission $15, Down East FolkArts Society Members $12, Students $8.
Contact Linda McGowan for locations, featured acts & ticket information, 252-354-2444
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| Antique Car Show |
| Event Date: Sep. 11, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 8 am - 3 pm (registration times: 8 am - 11:30 am) |
Location: Morehead City waterfront, 8th & Evans Streets. FREE to the public.
For vendor information, please contact Jerry Porterfield, 252-393-7769.
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| AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day |
| Event Date: Sep. 11, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Location: Beaufort Ace Home Center parking lot, 1511 Live Oak St. (Huntley Plaza), Beaufort. Admission is free.
This promises to be a great family-dog fun day with interesting dog contests, rescue dogs for adoption and dog demonstrations, including agility, recall, herding and more. Many vendors will have animal-related booths. Micro-chipping, vaccinations, nail clipping and CGC testing will be available. Raffles and auctions will be held throughout the day. Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck will be the master of ceremonies. All sociable dogs are welcome.
Proceeds will be donated to the Carteret County Humane Society and the Carolina Poodle Rescue. Call 728-4193 or 241-2984 for details.
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| Beach Jive After Five |
| Event Date: Sep. 16, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 5:30 - 7:30 pm |
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Enjoy live music and the tranquil ocean breeze. Bring chairs, blankets, even dinner! Access also features volleyball courts, picnic tables and restrooms. Alcoholic beverages prohibited. Western Ocean Regional Access (WORA) in Emerald Isle. No admission fee, sponsored by Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. 252-354-6350.
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| "Third Thursday" Free Music Concerts |
| Event Dates: Sep. 16, Nov. 18, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 6-8:00 pm |
Location: Beaufort waterfront beside The Dock House by the clock
Sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association
These concerts by the clock have grown bringing locals and tourists alike to the downtown area to enjoy music, shop, dine or just relax and watch the sun go down. It is THE place to be!
Concerts take place the 3rd Thursday of each month except July and October
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| Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Tournament |
| Event Dates: Sep. 16-18, 2010 |
Location: Atlantic Station Shopping Center, Atlantic Beach, weigh-ins at McCurdy's Restaurant, Atlantic Beach
Contact Terry Adkins (800-546-4622)for details or visit the website
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| Crystal Coast Super Boat Grand Prix |
| Event Dates: Sep. 17-19, 2010 |
Get ready for the fastest boats on the water at the 5th Annual Crystal Coast Super Boat Grand Prix, September 17-19, 2010!
Super Boats capable of speeds in excess of 120mph will take to the Intracoastal Waterway during this Super Boat International & American Power Boat Association sanctioned race weekend.
For questions surrounding the race, becoming a sponsor or events, please contact Keri McCann, 252-422-8853 or kmccann@crystalcoastgrandprix.com
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| "Military Fun Day" |
| Event Date: Sep. 17, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 9:00 am - 3:00 pm |
The Chamber of Commmerce Military Affairs Committee is sponsoring the annual "Military Fun Day" for active duty service members and their spouses or dates on Friday, September 17, at Harkers Island.
About 120 military people from Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Coast Guard Sector North Carolina and the Amy Reserve unit in Morehead City are expected to participate. Activities will be based at the Cape Lookout National Seashore Visitor Center and the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center. Best Buy #1451 is the Presenting Sponsor.
Local ferries will provide transportation for the attendees to visit Cape Lookout. The luncheon will feature grilled pork chops prepared by Murphy-Brown, complimentary side dishes and drinks from White Swan Express of Atlantic Beach and home-made desserts donated by local church members in the Down East communities.
Call the Chamber office for more information, 252-726-6350.
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| Reenactments at Fort Macon State Park |
| Event Date: Sep. 18, 2010 |
The reenactment is done by the 1st NC Volunteers/11th Regiment, a living history group that has been doing programs at the park since 1977. They come three times a year and do a living history weekend different programs ongoing throughout the weekend like: cannon firing, musket firing demonstrations, flags of the Confederacy, womens' clothing and dress of the 1860s, uniform talks, soldier life in the 1860s and a mock attack on the fort by "Union" troops to show how the fort would defend against land attack.
Dates: April 10 & 11, July 17 & 18, September 18 & 19
Call Fort Macon State Park for times and more information: 252-726-3775
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| Emerald Isle's Fifth Annual Day4Kids |
| Event Date: Sep. 18, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Bringing adults and children of all ages together for a fun-filled day of vendors, activities, games, face painting and more! Celebrate our children by spending meaningful time with them.
Day4Kids will be held Saturday, September 18th from 10am to 2pm at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Center, 7500 Emerald Drive in Emerald Isle. Rain or Shine. Call for details 252.354.6350 or email Laura Lee at ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org. Interested vendors and sponsors should contact Laura Lee Davis, Event Director. Vendors are NOT allowed to sell items, giveaways only. There is no vendor fee. However, vendors are responsible for giveaway items (approved by event director) for the first 400 children to visit their booth.
Sponsor a meaningful event for the children of our community by supplying the funds necessary to provide this free day of family fun. The vendor application/agreement and sponsorship forms are available at www.emeraldisle-nc.org.
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| Carteret County Officer Down Memorial Ride |
| Event Date: Sep. 18, 2010 |
Sign-in and registration begins at 10 a.m. at Carteret Community College in Morehead City. The ride (approximately 80 miles) begins at 11 a.m., with a cookout to follow.
Pre-registration donation of $15 per rider/bike. Day of event donation of $20 per rider/bike. Passenger donation of $5. Sponsored by Blue Knights NC 18.
For details, contact Charles Rice at (631) 455-3924 or bknc18@yahoo.com.
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| Carteret County Family Photo Day |
| Event Date: Sep. 18, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Location: The History Place Museum, downtown Morehead City
* Come celebrate our local families with Family Photo Boards and good eats!
* Create a Family Photo Board for yout family to honor and celebrate whose with us and those who have gone before us
* Assistance with photo document identification and a brief presentation on the preservation of fmaily photographs by local Archivist
* Opportunity to donate family photographs and documents to the Carteret County Historical Society to be forever preserved
* Contribute baked goods from family recipes to sell at the Family Bake Sale with proceeds going to the History Place
* Have a great time with neighbors and family while celebrating local families and the history of Carteret County
Free and Open to the Public! For complete details, call 252-247-7533 and ask for Cindi Hamilton.
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| Community Night with Rodney Kemp |
| Event Dates: Sep. 21, Oct. 19, 2010 |
Location: Core Sound Waterfowl Museum, Harkers Island
This is a special evening for visitors, local residents and families to gather to visit and learn from and about community traditions that have held Down East's culture and economy strong for generations.
Dates: September 21- "Shipwrecks"
October 19- "Banks Ponies"
Call 252-728-1500 for more information
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| Numismatic Coin Show & Sale |
| Event Dates: Sep. 25-26, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): Sat: 10 am - 6 pm, Sun: 10 am - 4 pm |
Location: Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City
Vendors and experts on hand to display and sell their collections
Call 252-247-3883 for information
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| 4th Annual Flounder Surf Fishing Tournament |
| Event Dates: Sep. 25-30, Oct. 1-9, 2010 |
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Free registration (August 28-September 22) and excellent prizes! All flounder must be caught by fishing on foot (surf, pier, inlet, sound) from Fort Macon to Emerald Isle. Sponsored by Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation and The Reel Outdoors. Contact Brittany Wood at 252-354-6350 or bwood@emeraldisle-nc.org.
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| "Horse Sense and Survival" |
| Event Dates: Sep. 25, Oct. 9, 2010 |
Ranger program offered by Cape Lookout National Seashore. Call (252) 728-2250 for reservations
The wild horses on Shackleford Banks are fascinating to observe but may be difficult to find. Join a Ranger for a day-long walking trip to find horses and watch their behavior. The park will arrange transportation by local ferries, there will be a charge for this ride. If you have your own boat, call the park for reservations and meeting locations. There is no charge for the walking program. Come prepared for a day in the sun and for walking through dunes in deep sand. Comfortable walking shoes that can get wet & muddy are a must. Bring water, lunch/snacks, bug repellent, sunscreen, a sun hat, binoculars, and camera with telephoto lens.
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| 3rd Annual Fall Family Fun Day |
| Event Date: Sep. 26, 2010 |
| Event Time(s): 2:00 pm |
On Sunday, September 26th at 2 p.m. kids and parents are invited to the 3rd Annual Fall Family Fun Day at the History Place.
The whole family can be part of constructing life-size scarecrows that they can take home for their own fall decorations. Museum Educator, Carol Smith, will lead the event. Each scarecrow will be created for notable people of Carteret County including John Motley Morehead, Morehead City's founder; Emeline Pigott, confederate spy, or even Blackbeard the pirate. Guests will learn a little history about some of the prominent people in Carteret County while having a lot of fun.
Guests should bring a pair of denim pants (jeans), a flannel shirt and a pillow case, or for a small charge, the museum will supply them. The History Place will also furnish the straw, stuffing, backbone boards, nails, hammers, rope and pins to hold the scarecrows together. Light refreshments will be served.
The cost is $10 per scarecrow and seating is limited. Advance reservations are required. Call the History Place at 252-247-7533 ext. 106 historyplace@starfishnet.com to reserve your seat for this fun family outing. The History Place is located at the corner of 11th and Arendell Streets in downtown Morehead City.
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