You know, some places of business just have that certain vibe that makes you feel good. It’s not one specific thing; it’s the look, the happy feeling you get from the people there, the smells wafting on the air. That’s what you get at Pamlico Station, and the owners of the shops are coming bringing a collective energy that’s fun and inescapably inviting. Here’s a collection of shops that, while different, all share a theme of showering you with good stuff. For example: tie-dye classes, tunes from new and used vinyl, a studio full of fantastic art, massage and acupuncture sessions, art and music lessons, a shop filled with varying flavors and fragrances of popcorn, live music under the deck (with the shops open, chair massages, make your own tie dye, popcorn samples and more!) – now, doesn’t that all make you want to stop by?
Angel Fritz Art Gallery
Art from the heart! Angel’s work is, as she puts it, a celebration of sand and sea, intuitive layers illuminated by vibrant hues, geometric shapes inviting focus and presence and iridescent abstracts expressing her joy. It will make you feel joyful too. Come by to soak in the beauty and ease.
(252) 256-2998 | angelfritzart.com
Hi Dyenamix Color & Sound
Walk into a wondrous explosion of color and music! It’s a sensory bath of tie-dye clothing, new and used vinyl, accessories for instruments, local art and always great music on the speakers. You can even take classes to learn the tie-dying technique! And there’s live music on Thursdays! Get your groove on!
(252) 987-5300 | facebook.com/HIDyenamix
Island Acupuncture & Massage Therapy
Sure, you probably have experienced how great massage can make you feel, but what about acupuncture? You’ll never know how it can help until you give it a go! And, may we suggest a massage at the beginning of your vacation to unwind and ease into your time off? Love yourself healthy and happy with sessions at our tranquil studio.
(252) 995-4481 | islandacupunctureobx.com
Sweet & Salty Popcorn and Shaved Ice
This ain’t your Granny’s popcorn. Try out Sea Salt Caramel, Tri-Village Triple Chocolate, Mermaid’s Munch, Pirate’s Plunder and close to 20 other flavors – all small-batch, all artisan. The wafting smells will lure you in from 40 paces! After the popcorn, try out one of their Snow by the Sea shaved ice treats, paint a sand dollar and build a gift basket to take home!
(252) 888-5989 | sweetandsaltyobx.com
Pamlico Station | 24267 N.C. Highway 12 | Rodanthe
About the Author Beth P. Storie
Beth Storie first came to the Outer Banks for the summer of 1976. She fell in love with the area and returned for good three years later. She and her husband published the national guidebook series, The Insiders' Guides, for more than 20 years and now are building OneBoat guides into another national brand. After spending time in many dozens of cities around the country, she absolutely believes that her hometown of Manteo is the best place on earth, especially when her two children, six cats and one dog are there too.
