Outer Banks This Week Blog

Outer Banks information comes in many forms, but there’s no better way to learn it than through conversations with a local. The OuterBanksThisWeek.com blog is that local friend … even if you already live here! Every week, Molly Harrison gives the run down on Outer Banks activities, Outer Banks events, Outer Banks shopping – all the Outer Banks information needed to ensure that you have the best possible experience. And she does it in a conversational way that’s easy to read and entertaining. Outer Banks activities are numerous, and this blog gives you an insider’s scoop to help you plan your day. She leads you to all the Outer Banks events you won’t want to miss – sports, annual functions and holiday festivities. She gives you her input on the most exciting Outer Banks activities – the ones she loves, the ones she thinks you should love. If anything exciting or out-of-the-ordinary is happening during your visit – and there definitely will be something – this blog is your trusty guide to figuring out the whats, whens and wheres.

Nightlife, for example, is detailed here – what band is playing where, which scene is wild, which is chill. Festivals are also described – the ones that are old and loved and the ones that are new and anticipated. The amount of Outer Banks information offered here will keep you busy and in the know. You can find out what would be fun for you, your family or even your pets.

A fun touch of this blog is its conversational element. Hannah Lee always wants to hear from you! In fact, reader input can influence the basis of her next blog’s focus. So if there’s a topic or question you’re craving an answer for, let her know. Sit a spell and read through present and past OuterBanksThisWeek.com blogs. With all the Outer Banks information detailed for you, you’ll be the trusted source to all your friends!

A Focus on Health - The Planet's and Our Own

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Duplicates exist of many things but, so far, there's only one Earth. And, unfortunately, to date we've not proven ourselves conscientious caretakers of our planetary home. To help in the much-needed environmental education awareness effort, this Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. the UNC Coastal Studies Institute on Roanoke... Read More

Easter Blooms With Egg Hunts, Buffets and...Yes...Motorcycles!

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, April 16, 2014
At last! It must be Spring because Easter Weekend has arrived. And with it has come a full plate of events and activities. Since I've already invoked the plate as metaphor, let's begin with a rundown of Easter brunches, buffets and dinners.DuckThe Blue Point is currently accepting reservations for Easter brunch (... Read More

Flat Top History, Salad Gardens and an Art Party

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, April 9, 2014
I am a history junkie. I live and breathe the stuff, from the dawn of civilization through the Bronze Age to the Renaissance right on up to present day history-making events. As a boy I spent countless hours with my nose buried in encyclopedias reading about the ancient Hittites and Babylonians. I pillaged the library... Read More

Thoughts On The Connection To Place, O'Keefe Graces OBX Stages and More!

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, April 2, 2014
A few days ago I was scrolling leisurely through my seemingly endless Facebook newsfeed when a photograph posted by a friend stopped me in my tracks. In the photo, perched atop a peculiarly shaped mountain, a massive and brightly illuminated steel and neon star was silhouetted against a dramatic night sky. It was the... Read More

Beauty, Being Green and a Winning Hand in Hatteras

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, March 26, 2014
It should be clear by now that Mother Nature has a rather inscrutable sense of humor. Again and again we've been teased with open windows-worthy warm weather, budding trees and bushes, even flowers, only to be cast back into the frigid depths of winter. At present, I'm working three active wardrobes that I've mentally... Read More