Dates are subject to change. Telephone area code is (252) unless otherwise specified.

July 1, 2
Outer Banks Sand Sculpture Festival
A professional sandsculpture company will be on had to sculpture a huge sand creation! Kitty Hawk Kites, Kitty Hawk Sports, Peace Frogs, Brew Thru, Panama Jack Suncreen, OBX, and Outer Banks Hospital are sponsors. There will be fun events, raffles, sand sculpting contests, and entertainment all day long at Kitty Hawk Sports and Kitty Hawk Kites at Jockey's Ridge Crossing shopping center across from Jockey's Ridge MP 12 1/2 in Nags Head, 252-441-6800. This is a benefit for the prevention of skin cancer. For more information email events@kittyhawk.com or visit kittyhawk.com

July 1, 2, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 28, 29 and 30
OBXtreme Magic Show
Outer Banks Music Showcase. Experience the Outer Banks most incredible live show, OBXtreme Magic. Witness incredible illusions, mind-bending magic and comedy audience participation the entire family will love live on stage! OBXtreme Magic features some of the most incredible magic and illusions performed by world renowned illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy! See people appear, vanish and float in the air right in front of your eyes! Don't miss the most amazing family experience in The Outer Banks! Clive Allen & Tracy take their audience through a roller coaster ride of emotions with their incredible talent and sincere performing style. They have entertained audiences around the world and have been seen on both U.S. and international television. They have appeared at The Emmy Awards, Caesar's Resorts international, Resorts USA, and were selected as one of the top ten magicians from the U.S. and Canada to perform at Magicfest 2000 in Singapore, the largest magic production ever staged in that country! Clive Allen & Tracy are proud to make The Outer Banks their home! Please visit, OBXtrememagic.com or call (252) 261-7505.

July 1 - 31
Chicamacomico U.S. Lifesaving Station Daily Summer programs
Visit chicamacomico.net for dates and times.

July 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
The Tale of the Frog Prince
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 9:30 a.m. Hop over to see this delightful journey of a frog-turned prince and how he found his true friends along the way. Face painting, balloon sculpting and games entertain the children thirty minutes prior to the performance. $7 per person. (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Hatteras Heroes: History & Mystery
Hatteras Realty Avon office. Thursday nights, 7 p.m. Have a fun night of exciting and interesting storytelling with historian Danny Couch. The whole family will enjoy his storytelling style and multi-media presentation on everything from island history to legendary pirate tales! Free. (252) 995-5466, (800) 428-8372 or hatterasrealty.com

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Simon’s Pirate Adventure
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Bring your bawdy crew to this swashbuckling young pirate adventure to be dressed like a pirate, talk like a pirate and act like a pirate. Includes the short play, keepsake photo with frame of you and a pirate, delicious pirate’s feast and theatre backstage tour. 48-hour advance reservations required. Allow approximately two hours - actual run-times may vary. (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
The Queen’s Fairy Quest
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Meet Queen Elizabeth and her royal court as she learns about an expedition to discover the fairy queen. Event includes a royal audience with the Queen, complimentary souvenir program, theatre backstage tour and a feast of delicious royal treats. 48-hour advance reservations required. For the full experience, allow approximately two hours - actual run-times may vary. Tickets are $22 for adults and $11 for youth (4-14 years). (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July 1 - 3
Third Annual Outer Banks Sandsculpture Festival
Kitty Hawk Sports at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing Shopping Center, Nags Head. See professional sand sculptures create a 50 ton artistic masterpiece out of sand as well as a sand carving contest for kids. kittyhawksports.com

July 1-3, 5-9,12-16,19-23, 26-30
The Comedy Club of The Outer Banks
The Ramada Plaza Hotel, Kill Devil Hills (mile post 9.5 on the ocean front) Mondays – Fridays 9:00 pm The Comedy Club of the Outer Banks has been open for laughs since 1984 and has hosted such great talents as Ray Romano, Drew Carey, and Sinbad when they were plying their trade on the comedy circuit. We do comedy and we do it right by hosting some of the most talented “Stand Up Comedians” in the nation. Every week we bring a different set of comedians, who come from all over the country, to perform at each of our three locations here in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. This is your chance to see nationally touring comedians who you may have heard on XM Satellite Radio or the nationally syndicated “Bob and Tom” radio show, or seen on shows such as “Comedy Central”, “Showtime”, “Star Search”, “Last Comic Standing”, or “HBO”. Many of our comedians perform internationally and entertain abroad for our troops, and are regular headliners on the cruise lines, Las Vegas and Atlantic City! For a night you will fondly remember join your friends at The Comedy Club of The Outer Banks for an evening of fun and laughter! Reservations are strongly recommended. Please visit us online at www.comedyclubobx.com or call our info line at 252-207-9950.

July 2
First Friday
Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented street festival. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, period-dressed actors, a rock climbing wall and much more. firstfriday-roanokeisland.com

July 2
The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp, Session I Performance
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. 10 a.m. Attend this performance by the young talents of The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp participants and members of The Lost Colony Company. Tickets are $5 per person. (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July 2 - 30
Stephanie Kiker
Dare County Arts Council Gallery, Manteo. Works in colored pencil and soft pastel. darearts.org

July 3 - 27
Steve Alterman - Nature Photography
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Monday - Friday) and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Saturday). Alterman is an award-winning artist and published photographer. Free. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

July 4
The Town of Manteo's 2010 4th of July Celebration!
Festivities start at 2:00 p.m. with performances by:
   Tshombe Selby - singing the national anthem!
   Echoes of Heritage - our local a cappella music group!
   Ray Johnson - popular karaoke music!

3:00 p.m.
Exciting & Fun Events - Prizes Awarded
   Apple Pie contest - bake your favorite pie and let the judges decide!
   Decorated Bike Contest - decorate your ride!
   Wacky Hat Contest - the craziest hat wins!

6:00 p.m. The Crowd
The Hottest Party Band on the Outer Banks
   Rick Ostland, Tommy Desanto, Bill Rea, Buzz Bessette, Carson Huggins and Joe McGlohan!
   visit: crowdband.net

Fireworks!

All performances are on the Historic Courthouse steps in Downtown Manteo. The times listed for events are estimates. The Special Events Committee does it’s best offer these events on time; however, times can vary. The judging of apple pie cannot be rushed! It just tastes too good! If you need more information call The Town of Manteo at (252) 473.2133 or visit: townofmanteo.com

July 4
America Celebrates/July 4th Fireworks with the Town of Manteo
Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 8 p.m. Enjoy music and fireworks. Bring a picnic and celebrate America! Free. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

July 4
Independence Day Celebration
Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23186 Myrna Peters Dr., Rodanthe. 3:30 p.m. The seventh annual Independence Day Celebration, sponsored by the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Civic Association, features patriotic music, community singing and a reading of the Declaration of Independence. Enjoy a watermelon feast afterwards. Visit rwscivic.org Call (252) 987-1303 for information. Free.

July 5
Town of Duck’s 6th Annual Independence Day Parade
9:00 a.m. with an after-event following at the Duck Town Park featuring music by Ruth Wyand & Friends. PLEASE NOTE that the parade is being held on Monday, July 5, 2010 so as not to conflict with weekend summer traffic. The one-mile parade route is the same annually and begins at Scarborough Lane and continues down Ocean Way and then Christopher Drive. For registration information, contact the Town at (252) 255-1234 or at info@townofduck.com

July 5
5th Annual OBX Killer Dunes 2 mile run/walk
Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head. The event is a benefit for Easter Seals UCP of North Carolina & Virginia, a non-profit that helps people with disabilities lead fuller lives. All skill levels are welcome. Advanced runners can challenge themselves to complete the course without stopping. Or simply stroll through the course and take in the beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Roanoke Sound, and the rest of the Outer Banks. There is even a kids fun run where 12 and unders can run up a dune and back in only 1/4 mile. To register visit fsseries.com/obxkillerdunes

June 5 - July 9
Team Green Summer Camp
For children 10 and up. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join Roanoke Island Festival Park’s Team Green Summer Camp. Explore the Outer Banks and learn how to keep it Green through activities and field trips based on the preservation of our local environment. (252) 475-1500 Ext 232 or email tracy.haerther@ncdcr.gov or visit roanokeisland.com

July 6, 7, 8
RIFP Performance Series - Western Carolina Presents Charlie Brown
8 p.m. Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500. roanokeisland.com

July 6 - 9, 13 - 16, 20 - 23, 27 - 30
Kinnakeet Sound Safari
Hatteras Realty Avon office. Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Ages 4-12. This program begins with a fun trailer ride to our own secret beach on the Pamlico Sound. Children will get to catch and release blue crabs in this unique marine environment that is part of the largest estuary system. Lunch and drinks provided. $25 per child. (252) 995-5466, (800) 428-8372 or hatterasrealty.com

July 6, 13, 20, 27
Kid's Day
Corolla, Hatteras, & Avon Kitty Hawk Kites. Join us at 3 locations every Tuesday during the summer for a FREE Kid's Day! Come to Hatteras Landing from 10am - 12pm, Corolla from 2pm - 4pm, and Avon from 4pm - 6pm. Climb our rock walls, shoot water guns, get your face painted, and try out our newest toys and games! For more information email events@kittyhawk.com or visit kittyhawk.com

July 7, 14, 21, 28
Kid's Day
Nags Head & Rodanthe Kitty Hawk Kites We'll have FREE Kid's Day events every Wednesday during the summer from 10am - 2pm at Nags Head Kitty Hawk Kites (mile post 12.5) and from 4pm - 7pm at Waves Village Kitty Hawk Kites in Rodanthe (mile post 40)! Make kites, get your face painted, shoot water balloons, fly kites, try the hottest new toys and outdoor games, and much more! For more information email events@kittyhawk.com or visit kittyhawk.com

July 7, 14, 21, 28
Carolina Coastal Cooking
Hatteras Realty Avon office. Wednesday nights, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Combining the new trends from the culinary arts with the tried and true traditions of Outer Banks cooks. Plenty of opportunities to sample these delicious dishes. Reservations required. $10 per person. (252) 995-5466, (800) 428-8372 or hatterasrealty.com

July 7, 14, 21, 28
The Comedy Club of The Outer Banks
Finnegan’s Dining Haul in Buxton (Directly across the street from the Hatteras Light House Entrance) Wednesdays 9:00 pm The Comedy Club of the Outer Banks has been open for laughs since 1984 and has hosted such great talents as Ray Romano, Drew Carey, and Sinbad when they were plying their trade on the comedy circuit. We do comedy and we do it right by hosting some of the most talented “Stand Up Comedians” in the nation. Every week we bring a different set of comedians, who come from all over the country, to perform at each of our three locations here in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. This is your chance to see nationally touring comedians who you may have heard on XM Satellite Radio or the nationally syndicated “Bob and Tom” radio show, or seen on shows such as “Comedy Central”, “Showtime”, “Star Search”, “Last Comic Standing”, or “HBO”. Many of our comedians perform internationally and entertain abroad for our troops, and are regular headliners on the cruise lines, Las Vegas and Atlantic City! For a night you will fondly remember join your friends at The Comedy Club of The Outer Banks for an evening of fun and laughter! Reservations are strongly recommended. Please visit us online at www.comedyclubobx.com or call our info line at 252-207-9950.








July 7 - 8
The OBX Summer Arts Festival
Hilton Garden Inn in Kitty Hawk. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission and feature local artists. For more information call Charlotte at (252) 441-1850.

July 10
Hands on History
Outer Banks History Center. Historical documents, photos, and materials chronicling men of the Pea Island Lifesaving Station will be on view from 3-5 p.m. 2nd Saturdays will bring together North Carolina arts, history, and culture at all 37 of the Department of Cultural Resources’ museums and Historic Sites on June 12, July 10 and August 14, 2010. For more information, visit ncculture.com

July 10
Rescue Men: The Story of the Pea Island Life Savers
2 p.m. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Join us for 2nd Saturday’s July 10 and August 14th for the documentary film Rescue Men: The Story of the Pea Island Life Savers. The film will be shown on those dates at 2:00 p.m. in the Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park.The showings are part of the Department of Cultural Resources state-wide 2nd Saturdays: History, Heritage, Arts & Fun events. The event is free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500. roanokeisland.com

July 10
Ahoy! Pyrates!
Learn of some of the notorious pirates and their history with seafaring along the Carolina Coast. All art mediums will be considered. 2nd Saturdays will bring together North Carolina arts, history, and culture at all 37 of the Department of Cultural Resources’ museums and Historic Sites on June 12, July 10 and August 14, 2010. For more information, visit ncculture.com

July 10 - 11
31st Annual Wright Kite Festival
Wright Brother’s Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come see a 100 ft. octopus, 50 ft. scuba diver and many other kites dance in the air during this jaw dropping event. Stunt kite demos, games, kids kite making and contests. (877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124 or kittyhawkkites.com

July 13, 14, 15
RIFP Performance Series - Western Carolina Presents I Love a Piano (Irving Berlin Review)
8 p.m. Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500. roanokeisland.com

July 13
Hurley Phantom Tour
Hurley Phantom Tour stops at REAL: Come Surf with the Hurley Team (Asher Nolan, Oliver Kurtz, Evan Geiselman, Noah Snyder, Pat O'Connell and more...). Buy a Phantom get a FREE Phantom and customize your Phantoms on the Phantom Truck at REAL. Buy Lowrider get a FREE T-Shirt and customize your T-Shirt on the Phantom Truck at REAL. Catch the After Party from 4-7pm for Food, Fun and RMSS Video while hanging with the Hurley team on the back deck at REAL. For more information realkiteboarding.com

July 16
Kona Summer Concert Series - Wilder Brothers LIVE MUSIC
Kona Summer Concert Series - Wilder Brothers LIVE MUSIC: Awesome band and a killer party on the back deck at REAL with food, beer and wine from Mojos Sunset Café. Wilder Brothers LIVE at REAL Watersports in the Village of Waves. Free Admission. For more information realkiteboarding.com

July 16
ARTspace Art Show
Southern Shores Crossing. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Grand opening of ARTspace gallery and studio with refreshments from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Art Show, original paintings by local artists including paintings of Frank Stick style istoric flat top houses. For more information call (252) 473-3858 or visit obxartspace.com

July 23
Kona Summer Concert Series - Scholars Word (Raggae)
Join us this summer for LIVE music, and a killer party on the back deck at REAL with food, beer and wine from Mojos Sunset Café. Scholars Word LIVE at REAL Watersports in the Village of Waves. Free Admission. For more information realkiteboarding.com

July 23 - 24
REAL Summer Swap Meet
10am-4pm daily. REAL Summer Swap Meet: Kite, Surf, Standup. Buy, Sell, Trade. At the REAL Swap Meet you will find TONS of new and used gear, have the ability to sell your own used gear to other interested buyers, have a used surfboard that you need to sell? Bring it to the swap. Want to sell your kites and buy new ones? Bring them to the swap. Want to trade your used gear towards brand new gear? Bring it all to the swap. Kites, kiteboards, surfboards, standup paddleboards and every accessory. You'll find them all at the REAL Swap Meet! For more information realkiteboarding.com

July 23 - 24
Sector 9 Demo
Sector 9 skateboards will run a factory demo allowing everyone to skate every board in their entire lineup! For more information realkiteboarding.com

July 24, 31
Purple Martin Roost Boat Tour
Join a guided sunset tour to the breathtaking Manns Harbor purple martin roost aboard the Crystal Dawn. Come enjoy the views, learn about the roost, and see 100,000+ birds up close! Call (252) 394-6205 or visit www.purplemartinroost.com to reserve your tickets.  $30 per person.

July 26
The Lost Colony Sponsors Night
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Attendees to this evening’s Lost Colony production can enjoy The Lost Colony’s 2010 sponsors who will meet and greet guests with special give-a-ways before the show. Sponsors include Pizza Hut, Kelly’s Restaurant Group, Sunny Day Guide and Kitty Hawk Kites. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

July 26 - 30
The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp, Session II
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Teaches students voice, dance and acting skills, gives them performance experience, ignites their creative spirit, builds a sense of accomplishment and community and encourages them to have fun! All skill levels are welcome. Lunch and snacks are provided. $150 per week, plus $10 registration fee (non refundable). Camp is for ages 6-15. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

July 26 - 30
Cape Hatteras Culture Camp
Fessenden Center, Buxton. Cape Hatteras Culture Camp Fessenden Center, Buxton. Two one-week multi-arts camps for kids (ages 8-12) and adults (high school and up). Includes group instruction in Suzuki violin, watercolor painting/crafts, music and motion and musical theater/drama. Intermediate and advanced Band daily classes. Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Music faculty and Department of Theater faculty, as well as Linda Browning, artist in residence, will teach the classes. Violins and art supplies will be provided. (618) 536-8742 or commusic@siu.edu

July 26 - 30
Jr. Mercenary Summer Camp
For ages 7, 8 and 9. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A military history camp for those too young for Camp Smolkin. Learn about Smolkin’s favorite moments in history and a week long experience of games and activities. (252) 475-1500 Ext 232 or email tracy.haerther@ncdcr.gov or visit roanokeisland.com

July 27 - 29
Children’s Performance Series - Flow Circus
10:30 a.m. Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. July 27 and 28 - 7 p.m. Admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

July 30
The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp, Session II Performance
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. 10 a.m. Attend this performance by the young talents of The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp participates and members of The Lost Colony Company. Tickets are $5 per person. (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July 30 - 31
The Wizard of Oz (the musical)
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. 8 p.m. One of the most beloved family musicals comes over the rainbow and to Waterside Theatre’s stage as The Lost Colony company brings the classic characters of Oz to life with song and dance. (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July
Waterside Art Wednesdays
Waterside Theatre Costume Shop, Roanoke Island. Wednesdays, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Create your own watercolor drawings inspired by John White’s 1585 Roanoke watercolors. Activities include a brief video presentation, instruction and time to paint. Beginner’s set of watercolor paints and snack included. $10 per person. Recommended for ages 7-12.  (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July
Interpreter Fridays
Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve, Kill Devil Hills. The Nature Conservancy is hosting a new summer program each Friday from 10 a.m. - noon. Visitors will join a staff member at an interactive table display with plant, animal and mineral items found in Nags Head Woods. Learn about some of the magnificent trees in the woods and why they grow there. Find out about the many kinds of animals that call Nags Head Woods home, including snakes, turtles, mammals and birds. This program is appropriate for all ages, is free of charge and will occur rain or shine. No reservation is necessary. For more information call (252) 441-2525 or visit nature.org/nagsheadwoods

July
A Journey Down An American Music Highway
The Barefoot Station Theatre, Avon. Every Thursday. 8 p.m. - 9 p.m. Ruth Wyand performs a concert with video covering 150 years of American musicians and songwriters of all genres from the civil war to the present.  Steven Foster, W.C. Handy, Pasty Cline, Hank Williams, Billie Holiday, Jimi Hendrix, Johnnie Cash plus many more.  For more information please call (252) 441-4612 or (252) 995-7011 or visit ruthwyand.com

July
Manteo Farmer's Market
George Washington Creef Park on the Manteo Waterfront. Saturdays from 8 am - 12 pm. Rain or Shine. Where all the cool cows buy their flowers, herbs and pies! For more information visit townofmanteo.com

July
73rd Anniversary Season of The Lost Colony
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Monday - Saturday at 8 p.m. (except July 30, 31 and August 6, 7 and 14). Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paul Green’s The Lost Colony recounts the exciting events leading to the disappearance of the English colonists who settled here over 400 years ago. Lavish costumes, daring action, special effects, delightful comedy, music and dance. Children 11 and under are free on Monday and Friday and half price on Saturday with a paying adult.  (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July
National Park Service Summer Programs
New programs for this summer include: Civil War on the Outer Banks – offered at Bodie, Hatteras, and Ocracoke Islands on Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and The Civil War Battle of Roanoke Island offered at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. As a prelude to the upcoming 150th anniversary of the Civil War (2011-2015), these programs detail pivotal Outer Banks battles that helped secure Union victory. Fort Raleigh National Historic Site is also offering a new program, Voice through the Air, on the early wireless radio experiments of Reginald Fessenden that took place on Roanoke Island in 1901.

Three special tours will be offered this summer: Coast Guard Station Tour will provide an up-close look at Coast Guard operations and vessels at Oregon Inlet and Hatteras stations; Old Days at the Hatteras Weather Station relays the history of this recently restored building and U.S. Weather Bureau operations on Hatteras Island; and Night Climb – a guided night tour of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse offered twice every Thursday evening (a pre-registration program – see the park website for details).

Evening Campfire programs are offered at the Seashore on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. A special Seashore evening program, Night Lights, will include an exploration of star gazing and tide-line bioluminescent plankton along with a discussion of why dark nights are valuable to both people and wildlife.

The summer program schedules also include many other history talks, nature walks, and recreational programs such as surf fishing, cast netting, crabbing, seining, and snorkeling.

Program schedules are available on-line at each park’s website: Fort Raleigh NHS, nps.gov/fora; Wright Brothers NMEM, nps.gov/wrbr; and Cape Hatteras NS, nps.gov/caha. Program schedules are also listed in In the Park, the National Park Service Outer Banks summer newspaper, available at any park visitor center and Outer Banks Visitors Bureau Welcome Center starting May 28.

The Full Moon Tour of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will also return this year on June 26, July 26, Aug. 24, and Sept. 23 – watch for details to be announced!

This year’s summer program schedule will start more than two weeks earlier than it has in previous years due to the National Park Service Centennial Initiative funding received by the parks for additional seasonal interpretive ranger positions. With this funding, the parks will be providing 290 programs per week to Outer Banks visitors. Centennial Initiative funding was provided to national park sites this year to help restore natural and cultural landscapes, provide outstanding educational and recreational opportunities for park visitors and prepare the parks for the upcoming centennial of the National Park Service in 2016.

July
Backstage Tours of The Lost Colony
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Attend this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how theatrical magic is created at Waterside Theatre. During this 45-minute walking tour you'll see how The Lost Colony’s stage is transformed into several scenes right before your eyes and learn other "tricks of the trade" while visiting the theatre, costume shop, and props areas. Tours are held nightly at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 per person. Reservations required. (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org

July
Hatteras Village Fish Fry
Hatteras Fire Station, 57689 NC 12, Hatteras. Every Saturday from May 29 through Sept. 4, 2010, 5 to 7 p.m. Enjoy locally caught fried fish along with hushpuppies, cole slaw and potato salad. For almost six decades, the folks in Hatteras village have hosted this fish fry. Sponsoring the fish fry is the Ladies Auxiliary at the fire department. Proceeds go to the Ladies Auxiliary, the Hatteras United Methodist Church and the Hatteras Village Civic Association. Dinner charge for adults and children varies annually and is set at the start of the season. For more information on Hatteras village, visit hatterasonmymind.com

July
Kinnakeet Fish Fry
Avon Fire Station, 40159 Harbor Rd., Avon. Every Saturday from May 29 through Sept. 4, 2010, 5 to 7 p.m. Kinnakeet Civic Association. Enjoy fried fish, locally caught by Kinnakeet watermen. The fish fries fund civic association programs. For additional information, call (252) 995-5651. Dinner charge for adults and children varies annually and is set at the start of the season.

July
Duck’s Summer Music Series
Duck Town Stage. 6 p.m. This popular evening concert series returns for its fourth season. For six weeks, local musical groups will take the stage at the Duck Town Park Gazebo. The concerts are from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. and are on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from June 29 through August 5.

The current schedule of performances is:

Tuesday, June 29- Aquarium (Rock)
Thursday, July 1- Old Enough to Know Better (Dance/Rock)
Tuesday, July 6- Watson & Calhoun (Acoustic Rock)
Thursday, July 8- Sandy Mountain Boys (Bluegrass)
Tuesday, July 13- Connected (Jazz)
Thursday, July 15- Greg Shelton Trio (Acoustic Rock)
Tuesday, July 20- The Wilder Brothers (Acoustic Classic Rock/Blues)
Thursday, July 22- Laura Martier (Jazz)
Tuesday, July 27-Ruth Wyand (Folk/Blues/Country/Americana)
Thursday, July 29- The Crowd (Rock/Pop)
Tuesday, August 3- The Little Kings (Dance Rock-n-Roll)
Thursday, August 5- The Rajun Cajuns (New Orleans Style Dance/Rock)

Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic dinner and enjoy an early evening concert on the town green. Free. (252) 255-1286 or townofduck.com

July
Nags Head Golf Links Sunday Scramble
9-Hole Golf Scramble every Sunday, June - August.  Shotgun start at 5:00 a.m., entry fee is $55 per player, $35 per local player. Fee includes cart, green fee, gift certificate, prizes and buffet.  Entry deadline is Sunday at noon.  Call the golf shop to sign up (252) 441-8073 Ext. 2 or visit us on the web at www.nagsheadgolflinks.com

July
Friday Night Live Outdoors
Join us every Friday night starting Memorial Day weekend for a free outdoors acoustic open-mike and local art display under the tent at our store . Hours will be from 5-8pm. Bring your guitar, bongo, flute, violin, whatever you play or bring your own photography, paintings, jewelry, whatever you design and show it off or sell it. No alcohol or drugs. We'll supply free hot dogs and lemonade. For more information call (252) 473-1356 or visit theoutdoorsoutfitters.com

July
Historic Inn Crawl
Every First Friday 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. A free, self guided tour of the 6 Historic Inns of Manteo. First Friday information at: info@firstfriday-roanokeisland.com

July
Waterfront Wine Festival
Every Thursday 3-7 at the Waterfront Shops in downtown Manteo. Sample local wines and wines from around the world in this stunning setting overlooking Shallowbag Bay. Live entertainment, food, spectacular views. Fee at the gate. (252) 796-4727.

July
Taps and Tapas Crawl
Every Tuesday 5-9. Experience the culinary delights and wide range of beer and wine selections at 4 of Manteo's signature restaurants. $15 at each restaurant (per person) gets you a plate of tapas and a glass of beer or wine. All restaurants are within easy walking distance. Full Moon Cafe, Adrianna's, Ortega'z, Magnolia Grill and Steam Bar. End the evening at Poor Richards for the after party. Contact: info@thefullmooncafe.com

July
Looking for Adventure? Head South On NC 12 to Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
Summer on the Outer Banks brings many opportunities for visitors and local residents to explore the natural world. Toss in the word “Free”, and the adventures sound even more inviting! Regular weekly programs on Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge begin the first week in June. If you are interested in learning about turtles of the sea and land, stop by the Visitor Center porch on Tuesdays for our Turtle Talk program. Not only will you learn about how you can help the sea turtles, you will also be able to make a craft to take home. On Wednesdays, learn about the adaptations birds need in order to survive in various habitats during our Bird Adaptations program. After the program, which is also held on the Visitor Center porch, try your hand at building your own bird using various bird parts and see who can build the bird with the best survival skills. Our perennial favorite, Soundside Adventure, is offered on Thursdays at New Inlet. Try your hand at pulling a seine net to see what juvenile critters call Pamlico Sound home. Get your feet wet! See the difference between a Channel Whelk and a Lightening Whelk. See what kinds of shells many of your favorite seafood delicacies live in. The above programs run from 2:30 to 3:30. In addition, we offer Bird Walks on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, beginning at 8:00. These walks are appropriate for beginning birders, as well as more experienced. Meet at the Pea Island Visitor Center; the programs last approximately 1.5 hours.

For a reasonable fee, our guided canoe tours offer another way to get off the highway and uncover many mysteries of the area. Family canoe tours are offered on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 AM to noon. This short tour of the canals and islands off New Inlet is a great way for families and others to get their feet wet while exploring the habitat. Step outside the canoe into the shallow waters near one of the islands and learn about the islands and the critters that live there. Taste the Sea Oxeye Daisy and Saltwort to understand how early Americans may have seasoned their seafood. Watch as the stingrays and skates float underneath your canoe. As you paddle through the waters, you will often be entertained by a variety of birds and other critters. General canoe tours are offered on Thursdays from 9:00 to noon. Although similar to the Family Canoe Tour, the extended time on the water is more suited for adults. Depending on the wind and tide, the General Canoe Tour may be considered moderate to strenuous. All canoe tours require reservations. Cost for the Family Canoe Tour is $25 per adult and $15 per child 11 and younger. The General Canoe Tour is $35 per adult and $20 per child 11 and younger. For canoe tour reservations or general program information, call Cindy Heffley at 252-475-4180 or visit our website at fws.gov/peaisland