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!

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The busy season

By Molly Harrison | Monday, November 29, 2010
Ready or not, here it is. Christmas. * Can I say that now? Am I supposed to say something generic like "the holidays" or "the holiday season"? * Whatever you call it, it's already here in all its expensive and caloric but fun and joyful glory...The weekend is packed with holiday-related things to do, but before we get... Read More
Nellie Myrtle Beachcombing Museum will be open on Friday.

Feeling thankful

By Molly Harrison | Monday, November 22, 2010
So I'm sitting on a ferry in the Abacos last week staring at the turquoise water and daydreaming in a pining sort of way about living on an island. Then the obvious occurs to me: I ALREADY live on an island (I know Nags Head is technically on a peninsula but it feels islandy). * Two days later, I'm back home, in a... Read More
Hunker down with a five-week drawing class at DCAC.

A nice quiet week

By Beth P. Storie | Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Although there is some great stuff to do this week, it's doubtful that we can reach the same pitch of excitement that we had last week on the Outer Banks. * Outer Banks Marathon weekend always whips up a lively atmosphere in the middle Banks, but Marathon weekend coupled with a full-on Nor'easter brought the fervor... Read More
Get ready to run! It's Outer Banks Marathon weekend.

Time to run

By Molly Harrison | Monday, November 8, 2010
Are you used to the shorter days yet? I didn't think so. Why does losing one simple hour of daylight feel like such a robbery?...Outer Banks Marathon weekend is here again. I can't believe it's the fifth annual event. * This is a big deal in our community whether you participate in the races or not. It not only raises... Read More
Whalehead Club's Moonlight Legend, Lore & Ghost Tour is Sat.

Reality check

By Molly Harrison | Monday, November 1, 2010
Hello November! * It looks like we're finally going to have to accept reality and get out those cool-weather clothes. We've been living out an extended summer fantasy, but we're going to get a taste of fall as the temps are going to dip into the low 60s and upper 50s all week. * I'm sad to see the '70s go, but I'm... Read More