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Spring and TOTB On The Horizon
As I write this, the Outer Banks is preparing for another blast of sloppy, wet and windy winter weather as a storm front surges out of the Midwest, crosses the Appalachians and strengthens just off our coast. But, in spite of this temporary setback, we sense a change coming. From the sound of early morning birdcalls... Read More
Priceless Pieces And A Bit of History
I come from a long line of quilters and for much of my childhood I took it for granted that everyone snuggled in their beds just as I did under warm and colorful quilts made by the nimble fingers of grandmothers and great aunts. As the years have passed many members of those quilt-making generations have passed, and... Read More
Theater, Chefs and Roller Derby. Seriously.
A couple of nights ago I slipped into the College of the Albemarle's Manteo Auditorium to get a sneak peak (and take a few surreptitious photos) of Dearly Departed, Theatre of Dare's latest production. If the rehearsal was any indication, Theatre of Dare has another hit on its hands...and a hilariously funny hit at... Read More
Love, Food and Another Great Film
We've got a wealth of activities taking place in the coming week, not to mention a plethora of events and great dining opportunities associated with the Love Holiday. So let's get down to it.Valentine's Day HappeningsAccording to Duck's Aqua Restaurant and Spa, all you need is love! And they are certainly doing their... Read More
Eating Alabama...Why Food Matters
We've posted this special installment of the Outer Banks This Week blog to promote a unique event for the Outer Banks. The documentary film Eating Alabama: A Story About Why Food Matters will be shown Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Outer Banks Brewing Station in Kill Devil Hills. Andrew Beck Grace, the film's... Read More