Beaufort, NC - Calendar of Events

MARCH

Emerald Isle Youth Tennis Clinics Event Dates: Mar. 1-16, 2009 The Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Department will be offering a Winter Youth Tennis Clinic. The clinic will take place at the Emerald Isle Community Center on Mondays from 4-5:00pm, February 2-March 16, 2009.

The six week session will be $70 for ages 7-13. All levels are welcome. Registration is limited to 6 students. Must register by January 30, 2009. Forms can be picked up at the Community Center or downloaded at www.emeraldisle-nc.org/eiprd.

For more information, please contact Brittany Wood, Recreation Coordinator, Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation, 252.354.6350 or bwood@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Behind The Scenes: The Aquarium at a Glance Event Date: Mar. 2, 2009 Event Time(s): 3-3:45 pm Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores every Monday in March.

Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs, and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck. Closed-toe shoes required. Ages 5 and up. $5

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Breakfast with the Rays Event Date: Mar. 3, 2009 Event Time(s): 8-9:30 am Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- every Tuesday in March

Enjoy a continental breakfast and help feed these amazing animals before the Aquarium opens for the day. Ages 5 and up. $15

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Onboard Collection Cruise Event Date: Mar. 3, 2009 Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- every Tuesday in March

All aboard for a trawl and dredge excursion in coastal waters to see what comes up in our nets. Ages 6 and up. $25

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Fishing Fanatics Event Date: Mar. 3, 2009 Event Time(s): 10 am - 1 pm Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- every Tuesday in March
Learn to catch the big ones from the surf with hands-on instruction. Equipment, bait and licensing requirements are covered. Ages 10 and up. $20

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Picnic Paddle-Canoe the Roosevelt Natural Area Event Date: Mar. 5, 2009 Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- every Thursday in March

Bring a picnic and enjoy a leisurely canoe trek to explore the mysteries of the salt marsh. Ages 6 and up; paddlers 12 and up. $20

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Dinner With The Critters Event Date: Mar. 5, 2009 Event Time(s): 6-7:30 pm Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, every Thursday in March

Enjoy pizza, learn about animal care and see what it's like to feed the animals in the invertebrate touch pool. Ages 5 and up. $15

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Coastal Home & Garden Show Event Dates: Mar. 6-8, 2009 Crystal Coast Civic Center, 3505 Arendell Street, Morehead City, (252) 247-3883

In it's 21th year, the coastal Home & Garden Show has been an avenue for new homeowners, established homeowners and those who want to remodel or do-it-yourselfers. Over 65 exhibitors marketing their business and services all under one roof. Great opportunity for a business and a great opportunity for the community to see all services available.

Fort Macon Fort Tour Event Dates: Mar. 6,13, 2009 Event Time(s): 11:00 am Meet at the fort entrance for a guided tour of Fort Macon.

Call 252-726-3775 for more information

Down East Folk Arts Society Concert Event Date: Mar. 7, 2009 Award Winning songwriter Claudia Russell will be appearing at Clawson's in Beaufort on Saturday, March 7. Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 for members, and $8 for students.

For more information, see www.downeastfolkarts.org or call 252-504-2787.

Kayaking the Natural Roosevelt Area Event Date: Mar. 7, 2009 Event Time(s): 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- every Saturday in March

Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters as you become aware of the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment. The Aquarium provides the kayaks. Ages 12 and up. $20

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Aquarium ABC's Event Date: Mar. 7, 2009 Event Time(s): 10-11:00 am Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- every Saturday in March

Preschoolers spend an hour learning about aquatic species with live animals, crafts to bring home, storytelling and videos. Ages 3-5. $8

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Critter Class Event Date: Mar. 7, 2009 Event Time(s): 1-2:30 pm Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- every Saturday in March

Creative art projects, games, videos and live animals introduce young children to marine life. Ages 6-8. $8

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Barrier Island Exploration Event Date: Mar. 8, 2009 Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores- every Sat in March

Trek the maritime forest, the salt marsh and the shallow waters of Bogue Sound to learn about the fascinating creatures that live in these vital habitats. Ages 8 and up. $10

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters Event Date: Mar. 8, 2009 Event Time(s): 2-3:30 pm Location: NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Visit labs and holding areas, help with food preparation and feed the animals in this thorough behind-the-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck. Ages 8 and up. $12

These programs repeat weekly. Advance registration is required. Call 252-247-4003 for more information or to register.

"Lunch with a Dash of History" Event Dates: Mar. 13,27, 2009 The popular "Lunch with a Dash of History" series with storyteller Rodney Kemp is held at noon on Fridays at the History Place, 1008 Arendell Street, in downtown Morehead City.

Tickets are $10 for lunch and only $4 without lunch. Reservations must be made and tickets paid for before Wednesday prior to each lecture by calling 252-247-7533 ext. 106, or stop by the Museum Store. All of Rodney Kemp's past lectures are available on DVD in the Museum Store for $8.95 each.

Contact the History Place for more information 252-247-7533 or historyplace@starfishnet.com

17th Annual Emerald Isle St. Patrick's Day Celebration Event Date: Mar. 14, 2009 Emerald Plantation Shopping Center, 8700 N.C. Hwy. 58,
Emerald Isle (252) 354-6350

A great day full of fun and games for the entire family, the event includes corned beef and cabbage, traditional beverages and music. Green is plentiful when it comes to attire and decorations. Sponsored by the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Department, the festival supports local craftspeople and civic organizations. It's free and loads of fun for the entire family.

Event Times: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emerald Isle St. Patrick's 8K Road Race Event Date: Mar. 14, 2009 It's not too late to register for the Emerald Isle St. Patrick's 8K Road Race!
T-shirts are awarded to the first 100 registrants, and we have more to give away.

The race begins at 8:00am at the Eastern Ocean Regional Access at 2701 Emerald Drive. Registration forms and information about the race are available online at www.emeraldisle-nc.org or by contacting Brittany Wood at 252.354.6350 or bwood@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Registration and packet pick-up for the race will begin at 6:45am at the access and will end promptly at 7:30am. Fees for the race are $15 before March 10th and $20 thereafter.

Please make checks payable to St. Patrick's Festival. Contact Brittany Wood for more information, bwood@emeraldisle-nc.org or
252-354-6350.

N.C. Seafood Festival- Funfest Event Date: Mar. 21, 2009 Location: Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City

Great music, great food and great people join to have the best fundraiser of the year for the renound NC Seafood Festival held the first weekend in October.

Call 252-726-6273 for more information

Slavery Story Quilt at the Beaufort Historic Site Event Date: Mar. 21, 2009 Event Time(s): 2:00 pm Location: Beaufort Historic Site, 100 block Turner Street

To celebrate the history of the local African American community, the Beaufort Historic Site is hosting a special living history program in the historic Carteret County Courthouse of 1796 on their grounds. The program will include an American Slavery Story Quilt presentation, music by the Inspired Voices and a special presentation by Nannie Haley, wife of "ROOTS" author Alex Haley.

For more information and for the full BHA Living History events calendar, call 252-728-5225 or visit the website www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Tea With Emeline- Kid's Program Event Date: Mar. 22, 2009 Location: The History Place, Morehead City

Learn about Carteret County's infamous woman spy. Crafts too.

Call 252-247-7533 X 101 for more information

Digital Scrapbooking Workshop Event Date: Mar. 25, 2009 Event Time(s): 7:00 pm Interested in learning more about digital scrapbooking? Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation will sponsor a free digital scrapbooking workshop on Wednesday, March 25th at 7pm with instructor David Sabotta. The workshop will provide a broad view of how to get photographs and slides from the shoebox to a CD-ROM, DVD, or the web. Each participant is welcome to bring a photo.

Additionally, there will be a discussion of digital cameras, movie cameras and printers for digital photographs. A short movie of the participants' photos will be made. Each participant will leave with a DVD that has copies of some simple movies and slides shows including the Emerald Isle Holiday Parade.

Participants will learn about Flickr, Picasa and a number of other programs and by the end of the hour should understand the options for preserving their photos digitally.

To register, contact Laura Lee Davis at 252-354-6350 or ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org. Class size it limited to 12 persons. Workshop takes place at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center, 7500 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle.

American Music Festival Concert Series Event Date: Mar. 28, 2009 Location: The History Place, Morehead City
252-247-7533

Alexander String Quartet

Program Highlights: Quartet, 1: Music of Haydn, Mozart, Brahms

Crystal Coast Wedding Salon Event Dates: Mar. 28-29, 2009 Location: Sheraton Atlantic Beach

The Crystal Coast Wedding Salon is North Carolina's Crystal Coast premier wedding showcase, featuring sophisticated products and services for the destination bride and groom.

Meet outstanding area wedding vendors, including caterers, coordinators, photographers, floral designers, and more in a relaxed reception setting. Take a chauffeured limousine tour of the area's best wedding venues, from historic sites to palatial vacation homes. And enjoy lots of fun, food, prizes, and more all weekend.

Tickets and registration available online or by calling 800-624-8875 x7126.

Contact: Amy Andreola brides@crystalcoastweddingsalon.com

Carteret County Showcase of Homes Event Dates: Mar. 28-29, 2009 Event Time(s): Sat- 9 am-12 noon & 1-4 pm, Sun- 1-4 pm The Carteret County Association of REALTORS is hosting the 2nd Annual Showcase of Homes on March 28th and 29th.

Information on featured homes is available on the website, www.crystalcoastshowcaseofhomes.com or contact Brenda Roney, BrendaRoney@ccrealtors.org

Creative Watermedia Workshop with Georgia Mason Event Date: Mar. 28, 2009 Event Time(s): 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Have fun exploring new approaches to painting while tapping into your creative spirit. Putting aside preconceived ideas and subject matter, you will experiment using different types of paper and varied techniques for fresh and loose paintings.

The emphasis will be on creativity, spontaneity and paint play in a non-judgmental atmosphere. Some painting experience is helpful, in either watercolor or acrylics. Materials will include watercolors, acrylics, ink, watercolor crayons, gesso, and paper such as watercolor paper and Yupo paper.

Workshop fee is $85 and a $25 deposit is required. Space is limited.

To register, contact Georgia Mason at 252.354.5020 or bluecrab@ec.rr.com. Workshop takes place at Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation Community Center, 7500 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle.

Friends’ of the NC Maritime Museum Speaker Series - March 29th
Former Judge Doug McCullough speaks about his new book, “Sea of Greed”
Maritime Museum Auditorium
2pm
Details / Printable Flyer

APRIL

Registration for Aquarium Summer Camp Begins Event Date: Apr. 1, 2009 Summer day camps combine fun and learning with hands-on, feet-wet experiences for children entering grades 2-7.

Advance registration and deposits required for all camps. Each camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and is limited to 12 participants. Registrations accepted first-come, first-served.

Calls before 8 a.m. will be returned in order received. Call 252-247-4003 or visit www.ncaquariums.com for details.

Newport Pig Cookin' Contest Event Dates: Apr. 3-4, 2009 The annual Newport Pig Cookin'Contest is a tradition in eastern NC. Try the "best of the best" eastern NC style barbecue in Newport Community Park.

Times: Fri.,6:00 pm-midnight and Sat., 9:00 am-5:00 pm

For more information, contact Jim Bristol, 252-241-3488, fleetman@eastnc.twcbc.com

Annual Easter Egg Hunt Event Date: Apr. 11, 2009 Event Time(s): 11:00 am Location Beaufort Historic Site

Children aged 7 and younger are welcome to join the fun. Prizes, refreshments and lots of eggs - it's all free - just bring a basket.

Information: 252-728-5225

"Egg" stravaganza Event Date: Apr. 11, 2009 Event Time(s): 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Location: North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Tour the Aquarium for an in-depth, larger-than-life look at the wondorous shapes and varieties of eggs that can be found in a coastal environment. Egg scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, and live animal programs complete the day!

Call 252-247-4003 for more information.

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details
Sunset Harbor Cruise with the Director April 17
High donor/VIP Appreciation - Sunset Harbor Cruise
6pm – 8pm

NCCF Native Plant Festival Event Dates: Apr. 17-18, 2009 Event Time(s): 9:00 am - 6:00 pm • 1,000s of native plants for sale
• Planting demonstrations
• Rain Garden instruction
• Rain barrels for sale
• Local craftsmen and artists
• Entertainment
• Refreshments available

Admission to the Festival is FREE and open to the public

Location: North Carolina Coastal Federation, 3609 Highway 24 in Ocean, NC (located halfway between Morehead City and Swansboro)

More information: 252-393-8185 or www.nccoast.org

Publick Day Event Date: Apr. 18, 2009 Event Time(s): Event Times: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Event at the Beaufort Historic Site is a Colonial-style flea market. The day recalls Colonial excitement generated by the arrival and business of the circuit court judge in Beaufort! Merchants planned for this gathering of people as it was good for business. It still is! Colonial and Victorian Children's Games will be demonstrated by staff and volunteers during Publick Day, 1:00-3:00 PM, at the Beaufort Historic Site. Admission is FREE. Call 252-728-5225 or visit the website for more information.

Down East Folk Arts Society Concert Event Date: Apr. 18, 2009 Event Time(s): 8:00 pm Location: Clawson's Restaurant in Beaufort

Featuring: The McKenzies

For more information, folkarts@mail.clis.com or 252-504-2787

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details

April 18
Nautical and Tool Sale
Fundraiser for museum programs
Gallants Channel
7am – 11am
Sale of nautical items, tools, books, boats, motors, trailers, etc. To donate items for the sale, contact Brent at
252-728-2762.

Beaufort Wine and Food Weekend Event Dates: Apr. 23-26, 2009 Seminars, Wine Tastings, Dinners and more over a 4-day period. A not to be missed culinary experience. Call 252-728-5225 or visit the website for information.

Earth Fair Event Date: Apr. 25, 2009 Event Time(s): 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Location: North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Come to the Aquarium and learn more about how to reduce your ecological footprint. Visit with vendors and find out what it takes to be fair trade, organic, sustainable and "green." Activities and programs are available throughout the day.

Call 252-247-4003 for more information.

35th Annual Wooden Boat Show Event Dates: Apr. 26-30, May. 1-2, 2009 Location: Downtown Beaufort

Enjoy activities and exhibits on display at the NC Maritime Museum, the museum's Watercraft Center and at the museum's expansion site at Gallants Channel, with free parking available.

For over 30 years the North Carolina Maritime Museum's Annual Wooden Boat Show has provided an exciting venue for owners and builders of wooden boats to come together to show and operate their boats. Workshops, demonstrations, launchings, races, and other educational programs have served to expand the public's awareness of the very special properties of wooden boats.

For more information, please contact the N.C. Maritime Museum, 252-728-7317, maritime@ncmail.net or www.ncmaritimemuseum.org.

Wooden Boat Show Music & Storytelling Tent Event Dates: Apr. 30, 2009 Event Time(s): 8:00 pm Location: NC Maritime Museum's Expansion Site at Gallant's Channel, Beaufort

Concert featuring Pyrates Royale, a zany ensemble of actors, singers, and musicians who have been a top attraction at major renaissance, maritime, Celtic, folk, and pirate festivals since the early '80's. Maritime musician Bob Zentz will also be joining the group for a lively evening of swashbuckling fun!

Ticket Locations: NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort / Teacher's Pet, Morehead City / Emerald Isle Realty / Guitars Etc, Havelock / Bank of the Arts, New Bern

Ticket Price: $15 General / $13 Museum & FolkArts Society Members / $8 Students

Event Sponsors: NC Maritime Museum & Down East FolkArts Society

For more Information, please contact the NC Maritime Museum (252) 728-7317 or visit www.ncmaritimemuseum.org

MAY

35th Annual Wooden Boat Show Event Dates: May. 1-2, 2009 Location: Downtown Beaufort

Enjoy activities and exhibits on display at the NC Maritime Museum, the museum's Watercraft Center and at the museum's expansion site at Gallants Channel, with free parking available.

For over 30 years the North Carolina Maritime Museum's Annual Wooden Boat Show has provided an exciting venue for owners and builders of wooden boats to come together to show and operate their boats. Workshops, demonstrations, launchings, races, and other educational programs have served to expand the public's awareness of the very special properties of wooden boats.

For more information, please contact the N.C. Maritime Museum, 252-728-7317, maritime@ncmail.net or www.ncmaritimemuseum.org.

Women's Fair Event Dates: May. 1-2, 2009 Location: Crystal Coast Civic Center, 252-247-3883

Down East Folk Arts Society Concert Event Date: May. 1, 2009 Wooden Boat Show Entertainment (All Day)

Location: Maritime Museum Property at Gallant's Channel, Beaufort

Featuring: Bob Zentz, Connie Mason, The Bogue Sounds, Rodney Kemp & Sonny Williamson, Pyrates Royale

For more information, folkarts@mail.clis.com or 252-504-2787

19th Annual Mile of Hope Event Dates: May. 1-3, 2009 The Mile of Hope is an event to offer children suffering with cancer and their families a fun filled "get away" weekend at the beach. For the past 18 years, hundreds of patients and families have enjoyed the Mile of Hope weekend. Our special children are from all over eastern North Carolina, and they are being treated in the Pediatric Oncology Departments of the hospitals at ECU in Greenville, UNC in Chapel Hill, and Duke University in Durham. The Mile of Hope has been recognized locally, regionally, statewide, and nationally for the benefits the event has provided to the patients as well as to their families. The event will involve over 100 children and family members enjoying a weekend of lodging, food and fun at the beach. This year's theme is "Pirates", and features sand sculpting, a harbor cruise, fun at an amusement park, hunting for shark's teeth, touring the N.C. Aquarium, and interaction with real pirates!

Come to Atlantic Beach on May 2, 2009, in front of the Atlantis Lodge, and enjoy the sun, the fun, and seeing our special children building sand castles and expanding their dreams of the future. We encourage you to build your own castle in the sand to share in the enjoyment.

For information, contact the Atlantis Lodge at 1-800-682-7057 or Mile of Hope chairman, Ed Moore, at 919-782-6471. This event is promoted through the Optimist Club of Raleigh, N.C.

American Music Festival Concert Series Event Date: May. 2, 2009 Location: The History Place, Morehead City

Daedalus Quartet

Program Highlights: Father of the String Quartet, II: Early string quartets and more.

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details

May 3
Friends’ Speaker Series
Ben Bunn discusses “The History of the Skipjack” and other tales.
Maritime Museum Auditorium
2pm
Details / Printable Flyer

Morehead City Family Boating & In-Water Boat Show Event Dates: May. 15-17, 2009 The Boating weekend begins on May 15 at 7:00 pm with a Gala Celebration of the Boat Show

The Family Boating and In-Water Boat show begins Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 to 5:00 pm and goes through Sunday, May 17 from 11:00 to 4:00 pm. Visit boating exhibits including the Coast Guard

Auxiliary's Boating Safety exhibits and programs which will begin Boating Safety Week. Try out Volvo Penta's new interactive intelligent Propulsion System (IPS) at the electronics booth. Tour in-water and on shore power boats. Enjoy band concerts including the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing's Rock and Roll band, always a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Local restaurants will also have food booths.

Please call 252-808-0440 for more information.

Crystal Coast Quilt Show Event Dates: May. 15-16, 2009 Location: Crystal Coast Civic Center, 252-247-3883

2009 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show Event Dates: May. 15-17, 2009 North Carolina's largest air show, the "MCAS Cherry Point Air Show", has recently announced that it will host the area's premiere spectator event May 15-17, 2009.

This year marks the premiere appearance of the world famous "Canadian Snowbirds" precision jet team. The Snowbirds demonstration team is a Canadian icon comprised of members of the Canadian Forces. Their pilots and technicians work as a team to bring thrilling performances to the North American air show public. Serving as Canadian ambassadors, the Snowbirds demonstrate the highest level of professionalism, teamwork, excellence, discipline and dedication inherent in the women and men of the Air Force and the Canadian Forces.
On Friday, May 15, the air show will again host the state's only "Night Show," featuring afterburners, rocket trucks, aerial pyrotechnics, skydivers, plus, a wall of flame – all culminating in the area's largest fireworks display. Gates for the Night Show open at 5 p.m. with flying commencing at twilight.

Both Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, will highlight full "Day Shows" with a large variety of military and civilian aerobatic demonstrations, plus dozens of historic and modern military static displays. Military acts will include: the Canadian Snowbirds, a Marine Air Ground Task Force demonstration highlighting the U.S. Marine Corps' finest capabilities, an AV-8B Harrier demonstration, the Canadian Skyhawks skydiving team, plus a large variety of flybys and demos.

The air show will also highlight ground activities for the kids, a comprehensive business expo, plus various rides and simulators. Admission and parking are free.

Those wishing to purchase "Preferred Seating" to include bleacher seats, box seats and chalet seating can do so utilizing the air show website.

For more information on the 2009 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show, and how you can play a part, check out the official air show Website at www.cherrypointairshow.com or call toll free 866-WINGS-NC.

Free Concert on the Beaufort Waterfront Event Dates: May. 21, Jun. 18, Jul. 16, Aug. 20, Sep. 17, Oct. 15, 2009 Event Time(s): 6-8:00 pm Sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association

Location: The clock beside the Dock House.

Details: Pat Wesson, patwesson@embarqmail.com or 252-504-3396

Arts & Crafts Coalition Spring Art Show Event Dates: May. 23-24, 2009 An annual juried show and sale of the Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition, is located at Beaufort Historic Site.

Show hours are Sat., 10:00 AM-5:00 PM; Sun., 12:00 noon-5:00 PM.

Information: Kris White, 252-729-9311

Event Times: Varies

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details

May 25
Maritime Day
Gallants Channel
10am – 3pm
Free. Open to public.
A fun day of maritime events with picnic, boat rides, demonstrations, exhibits, games and music.

JUNE

Morehead City Parks and Recreation Summer Concerts Event Dates: Jun. 6,13,20,27, 2009 The Morehead City Parks and Recreation Department and Chair and Equipment Rentals will sponsor a summer long concert series beginning Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.

The concerts are scheduled each Saturday evening from 7:00-8:30 PM at Jaycee Park, 9th and Shepard Street in Morehead City. These performances are free and open to the public.

For more information on this event, contact the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Department at 252-726-5083.

Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament Event Dates: Jun. 6-13, 2009 An exciting Crystal Coast tradition in mid-June, this is one of the largest sport-fishing tournaments in the country, and is fished by around 200 competitors in substantial cash categories. There are generally around 6 to 8 competitors in each boat.

Big winners are also community organizations that receive tournament support. For information, Visit the website or call 252-247-3575.

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details

June 7
Friends’ Speaker Series
Museum Director Joseph Schwarzer will be speaking about his nautical archaeological experiences.
Maritime Museum Auditorium
2pm
Details / Printable Flyer

NC Coastal Reserve Summer Children's Programs Event Dates: Jun. 17-30, Jul. 1-31, Aug. 1-10, 2009 The Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve locally known as "Carrot Island" is offering programs this summer for children of all ages. All classes will be hands-on, field based estuarine studies.

Junior Naturalist

Beginning June 17, the Junior Naturalist program for students in grades 4-8 will run Wednesdays through August 5, from 9-12 p.m. Students will conduct field investigations of estuaries. Activities will include marsh seining, water quality sampling, animal population studies, beach and marsh profiles, and phytoplankton identification.

Participants may register for all eight sessions for $100. Registration is now open. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

Adventures in the Estuary

Two sessions of Adventures in the Estuary for students in grades 1-3 will be held this summer. The first session will be June 16, 18, 23, 25 and the second session will be August 4,6,11,13. Each session is $40 for all four classes. Classes are 9am-12pm. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

Preschool Storytime and Crafts

June 15, July 13, August 10. All sessions will consist of a story, estuarine critter observation and a craft. Sessions are from 9-10am and free of charge but registration is required. Topics will include hermit crabs, snails and birds. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

All summer programs will be held at the Reserve's classroom located on Pivers Island in Beaufort. For more information about the Rachel Carson Reserve, visit our website at www.nccoastalreserve.net.

Free Concert on the Beaufort Waterfront Event Dates: Jun. 18, Jul. 16, Aug. 20, Sep. 17, Oct. 15, 2009 Event Time(s): 6-8:00 pm Sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association

Location: The clock beside the Dock House.

Details: Pat Wesson, patwesson@embarqmail.com or 252-504-3396

Family Nights at the NC Aquarium Event Dates: Jun. 18, Jul. 2,16,30, Aug. 13, 2009 Event Time(s): 5-9:00 pm The Aquarium stays open until 9 p.m. for our fun-filled and popular Family Nights. Lively themes, special guests and performances and children's activities and programs make these evenings wonderful adventures for the entire family.

June 18 – Glow Wild!
July 2 – CSI: Critter Signs Investigation
July 16 – Banjos to Beach Music – North Carolina Culture
July 30 – Sharks!
Aug. 13 – Pirates

Rachel Carson Reserve Summer Public Field Trips Event Dates: Jun. 23-30, Jul. 1-31, Aug. 1-31, Sep. 1-15, 2009 Public field trips on the Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve occur Memorial Day through Labor Day, usually on Tuesday and Thursday every week.

All programs are open and free to the public but reservations are required as boat space is limited. Call (252) 838-0883 to make reservations or for more information.
The Reserve offers two types of field trips, a nature hike and a boardwalk trip, which are determined by the tides. Nature hikes occur during low tides, when the most land is exposed on the island. Boardwalk trips occur at high tide, when the water is high enough in the estuary for our 24-foot skiff to easily navigate around the island to our boardwalk on Carrot Island.
On the nature hike, be prepared to get your shoes wet and muddy. We require close-toed shoes because of the abundance of oysters on the island. You may also have the opportunity to swim on the nature hike, so dress accordingly. On both the nature hike and boardwalk trip, we encourage you to bring sunglasses, hats, binoculars, water and sunscreen.
The field trips are free. We do accept donations for our nonprofit organization, Carolina Estuarine Reserve Foundation (CERF).

June
June 23, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
June 25, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
June 30, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9-11a.m.
July
July 2, Thursday: Nature hike from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 7, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
July 9, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 14, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9-11a.m.
July 16, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 21, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 23, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
July 28, Tuesday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 30, Thursday: Nature hike from 9-11 a.m.
August
August 4, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 11, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
August 13, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 18, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 20, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 25, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11a.m.
August 27, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
September
September 1, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
September 8, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
September 15, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour Event Dates: Jun. 26-27, 2009 A self-paced tour through the quaint streets of Beaufort, one of North Carolina's oldest towns. Open for touring are private residences and gardens, the Old Burying Ground, and the buildings of the Beaufort Historic Site. A concert, antique car show, living history demonstrations and tours of Beaufort's historic district are scheduled. For information, visit the website or call 252-728-5225.

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details

June 27
Outdoor Summer Dance Party
A fabulous evening under the stars at Gallants ChannelPrintable Flyer

49th Annual Antiques Show & Sale Event Dates: Jun. 26-28, 2009 Location: Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City

Held in conjunction with the Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour in June, this event features more than 40 booths of antiques and collectibles, as well as a gourmet Tea Room.

Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 the days of the show and are good Friday through Sunday of the Old Homes and Gardens Tour weekend. A combo ticket for the tour and show/sale is also offered. For more details call 252-728-5225 or visit the website.

JULY

NC Coastal Reserve Summer Children's Programs Event Dates: Jul. 1-31, Aug. 1-10, 2009 The Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve locally known as "Carrot Island" is offering programs this summer for children of all ages. All classes will be hands-on, field based estuarine studies.

Junior Naturalist

Beginning June 17, the Junior Naturalist program for students in grades 4-8 will run Wednesdays through August 5, from 9-12 p.m. Students will conduct field investigations of estuaries. Activities will include marsh seining, water quality sampling, animal population studies, beach and marsh profiles, and phytoplankton identification.

Participants may register for all eight sessions for $100. Registration is now open. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

Adventures in the Estuary

Two sessions of Adventures in the Estuary for students in grades 1-3 will be held this summer. The first session will be June 16, 18, 23, 25 and the second session will be August 4,6,11,13. Each session is $40 for all four classes. Classes are 9am-12pm. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

Preschool Storytime and Crafts

June 15, July 13, August 10. All sessions will consist of a story, estuarine critter observation and a craft. Sessions are from 9-10am and free of charge but registration is required. Topics will include hermit crabs, snails and birds. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

All summer programs will be held at the Reserve's classroom located on Pivers Island in Beaufort. For more information about the Rachel Carson Reserve, visit our website at www.nccoastalreserve.net.

Rachel Carson Reserve Summer Public Field Trips Event Dates: Jul. 1-31, Aug. 1-31, Sep. 1-15, 2009 Public field trips on the Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve occur Memorial Day through Labor Day, usually on Tuesday and Thursday every week.

All programs are open and free to the public but reservations are required as boat space is limited. Call (252) 838-0883 to make reservations or for more information.
The Reserve offers two types of field trips, a nature hike and a boardwalk trip, which are determined by the tides. Nature hikes occur during low tides, when the most land is exposed on the island. Boardwalk trips occur at high tide, when the water is high enough in the estuary for our 24-foot skiff to easily navigate around the island to our boardwalk on Carrot Island.
On the nature hike, be prepared to get your shoes wet and muddy. We require close-toed shoes because of the abundance of oysters on the island. You may also have the opportunity to swim on the nature hike, so dress accordingly. On both the nature hike and boardwalk trip, we encourage you to bring sunglasses, hats, binoculars, water and sunscreen.
The field trips are free. We do accept donations for our nonprofit organization, Carolina Estuarine Reserve Foundation (CERF).

June
June 23, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
June 25, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
June 30, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9-11a.m.
July
July 2, Thursday: Nature hike from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 7, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
July 9, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 14, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9-11a.m.
July 16, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 21, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 23, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
July 28, Tuesday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 30, Thursday: Nature hike from 9-11 a.m.
August
August 4, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 11, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
August 13, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 18, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 20, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 25, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11a.m.
August 27, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
September
September 1, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
September 8, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
September 15, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Family Nights at the NC Aquarium Event Dates: Jul. 2,16,30, Aug. 13, 2009 Event Time(s): 5-9:00 pm The Aquarium stays open until 9 p.m. for our fun-filled and popular Family Nights. Lively themes, special guests and performances and children's activities and programs make these evenings wonderful adventures for the entire family.

June 18 – Glow Wild!
July 2 – CSI: Critter Signs Investigation
July 16 – Banjos to Beach Music – North Carolina Culture
July 30 – Sharks!
Aug. 13 – Pirates

Fourth of July Parade in Beaufort Event Date: Jul. 4, 2009 Event Time(s): 11:00 am Please Contact Martha Barnes for details- 252-728-3917

July 4th Arts & Crafts Show Event Dates: Jul. 4-5, 2009 Event Time(s): Sat- 10-5, Sun-12-5 Sponsored by: Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition

Juried sale of arts and crafts of coastal artisans held at the Beaufort Historic Site.

For more information contact Carol Collier, collier1505@embarqmail.com

Summer Party at Beaufort Historic Site Event Date: Jul. 11, 2009 Event Time(s): 7-11:00 pm Come celebrate Beaufort's 300th Anniversary with a summer party at the Beaufort Historic Site. Wonderful food from Beaufort Grocery Company, open bar, music by the O'Kaysions, Live Auction and Silent Auction with the proceeds benefiting the Beaufort Historical Association.

Tickets $100.00 per person. Call 252-728-5225 for more information or to purchase tickets.

Bastille Day Celebration Event Date: Jul. 14, 2009 Location: The History Place, Morehead City

Call 252-247-7533 for details

Barta Boys and Girls Club Billfish Tournament Event Dates: Jul. 16-18, 2009 Headquartered at the Beaufort Town Docks in downtown Beaufort legendary outdoorsman Tred Barta holds his 6th Annual Billfish Release Only Tournament which also includes game fish (Tuna, Dolphin, Wahoo and King Mackerel).

Over 200 trophies are given out for Billfish Releases and game fish weighed in. Weigh In is from 4-6pm Friday & Sat. 100% of the proceeds go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coastal Carolina.

For more information visit www.bartabillfish.com or contact Cynthia Barber at 252-808-2286

Free Concert on the Beaufort Waterfront Event Dates: Jul. 16, Aug. 20, Sep. 17, Oct. 15, 2009 Event Time(s): 6-8:00 pm Sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association

Location: The clock beside the Dock House.

Details: Pat Wesson, patwesson@embarqmail.com or 252-504-3396

AUGUST

Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter Sandcastle Contest Event Date: Aug. 1, 2009 On Atlantic Beach, determined sandcastle building teams work to create a vision in authentic sand. Creations are built all day where many gather in anticipation to discover the outcome of each sandcastle and determine the winner of the reign of
"Best Built Sandcastle."

For more information, 252-240-1200

NC Coastal Reserve Summer Children's Programs Event Dates: Aug. 1-10, 2009 The Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve locally known as "Carrot Island" is offering programs this summer for children of all ages. All classes will be hands-on, field based estuarine studies.

Junior Naturalist

Beginning June 17, the Junior Naturalist program for students in grades 4-8 will run Wednesdays through August 5, from 9-12 p.m. Students will conduct field investigations of estuaries. Activities will include marsh seining, water quality sampling, animal population studies, beach and marsh profiles, and phytoplankton identification.

Participants may register for all eight sessions for $100. Registration is now open. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

Adventures in the Estuary

Two sessions of Adventures in the Estuary for students in grades 1-3 will be held this summer. The first session will be June 16, 18, 23, 25 and the second session will be August 4,6,11,13. Each session is $40 for all four classes. Classes are 9am-12pm. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

Preschool Storytime and Crafts

June 15, July 13, August 10. All sessions will consist of a story, estuarine critter observation and a craft. Sessions are from 9-10am and free of charge but registration is required. Topics will include hermit crabs, snails and birds. To register, contact Lori Davis at (252) 838-0883 or lori.c.davis@ncmail.net.

All summer programs will be held at the Reserve's classroom located on Pivers Island in Beaufort. For more information about the Rachel Carson Reserve, visit our website at www.nccoastalreserve.net.

Rachel Carson Reserve Summer Public Field Trips Event Dates: Aug. 1-31, Sep. 1-15, 2009 Public field trips on the Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve occur Memorial Day through Labor Day, usually on Tuesday and Thursday every week.

All programs are open and free to the public but reservations are required as boat space is limited. Call (252) 838-0883 to make reservations or for more information.
The Reserve offers two types of field trips, a nature hike and a boardwalk trip, which are determined by the tides. Nature hikes occur during low tides, when the most land is exposed on the island. Boardwalk trips occur at high tide, when the water is high enough in the estuary for our 24-foot skiff to easily navigate around the island to our boardwalk on Carrot Island.
On the nature hike, be prepared to get your shoes wet and muddy. We require close-toed shoes because of the abundance of oysters on the island. You may also have the opportunity to swim on the nature hike, so dress accordingly. On both the nature hike and boardwalk trip, we encourage you to bring sunglasses, hats, binoculars, water and sunscreen.
The field trips are free. We do accept donations for our nonprofit organization, Carolina Estuarine Reserve Foundation (CERF).

June
June 23, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
June 25, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
June 30, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9-11a.m.
July
July 2, Thursday: Nature hike from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 7, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
July 9, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 14, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9-11a.m.
July 16, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 21, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 23, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
July 28, Tuesday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 30, Thursday: Nature hike from 9-11 a.m.
August
August 4, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 11, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
August 13, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 18, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 20, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 25, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11a.m.
August 27, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
September
September 1, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
September 8, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
September 15, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Beaufort Pyrate Invasion Event Dates: Aug. 7-8, 2009 Locations: Beaufort Historic Site, Beaufort Waterfront, Maritime Museum

For more information: Martha Barnes, 252-728-3917

Family Nights at the NC Aquarium Event Date: Aug. 13, 2009 Event Time(s): 5-9:00 pm The Aquarium stays open until 9 p.m. for our fun-filled and popular Family Nights. Lively themes, special guests and performances and children's activities and programs make these evenings wonderful adventures for the entire family.

June 18 – Glow Wild!
July 2 – CSI: Critter Signs Investigation
July 16 – Banjos to Beach Music – North Carolina Culture
July 30 – Sharks!
Aug. 13 – Pirates

Crafters Fair Event Date: Aug. 15, 2009 Location: The History Place (Downtown Morehead City)

All Day Event - Free to the Public
40+ Vendors on site

Call 252-247-7533 for more information

Free Concert on the Beaufort Waterfront Event Dates: Aug. 20, Sep. 17, Oct. 15, 2009 Event Time(s): 6-8:00 pm Sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association

Location: The clock beside the Dock House.

Details: Pat Wesson, patwesson@embarqmail.com or 252-504-3396

SEPTEMBER

Rachel Carson Reserve Summer Public Field Trips Event Dates: Sep. 1-15, 2009 Public field trips on the Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve occur Memorial Day through Labor Day, usually on Tuesday and Thursday every week.

All programs are open and free to the public but reservations are required as boat space is limited. Call (252) 838-0883 to make reservations or for more information.
The Reserve offers two types of field trips, a nature hike and a boardwalk trip, which are determined by the tides. Nature hikes occur during low tides, when the most land is exposed on the island. Boardwalk trips occur at high tide, when the water is high enough in the estuary for our 24-foot skiff to easily navigate around the island to our boardwalk on Carrot Island.
On the nature hike, be prepared to get your shoes wet and muddy. We require close-toed shoes because of the abundance of oysters on the island. You may also have the opportunity to swim on the nature hike, so dress accordingly. On both the nature hike and boardwalk trip, we encourage you to bring sunglasses, hats, binoculars, water and sunscreen.
The field trips are free. We do accept donations for our nonprofit organization, Carolina Estuarine Reserve Foundation (CERF).

June
June 23, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
June 25, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
June 30, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9-11a.m.
July
July 2, Thursday: Nature hike from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 7, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
July 9, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
July 14, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9-11a.m.
July 16, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 21, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 23, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
July 28, Tuesday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
July 30, Thursday: Nature hike from 9-11 a.m.
August
August 4, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 11, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11 a.m.
August 13, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 18, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 20, Thursday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
August 25, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9-11a.m.
August 27, Thursday: Nature hike from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
September
September 1, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
September 8, Tuesday: Boardwalk trip from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
September 15, Tuesday: Nature hike from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show Event Dates: Sep. 5-6, 2009 Event Time(s): Sat- 10-5, Sun- 12-5 Sponsored by: Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition

Juried sale of arts and crafts of coastal artisans held at the Beaufort Historic Site.

For more information, contact Carol Collier, collier1505@e

mbarqmail.com

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details

September 14-20
Maritime Week
The Friends host a weeklong series of festivities and exhibits as part of Beaufort’s 300^th Birthday Celebration.

Free Concert on the Beaufort Waterfront Event Dates: Sep. 17, Oct. 15, 2009 Event Time(s): 6-8:00 pm Sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association

Location: The clock beside the Dock House.

Details: Pat Wesson, patwesson@embarqmail.com or 252-504-3396

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details

September 19
Fall In-the-Water Meet
Boat Rides and Pig Pickin’
Hosted by the Traditional Small Craft Association
Time and Location - TBD

OCTOBER

Harvest Time Event Dates: Oct. 6-8,13-15, 2009 Demonstrations of Beaufort family life in the 1700s and 1800s will be featured in this Living History program designed specifically for local fourth grade classes. Children learn through hands-on activities about open hearth cooking, candle dipping, apple pressing, butter churning, spinning, weaving and food preservation techniques demonstrated by volunteers in period dress.

Reservations required. Admission charge. For more information call 252-728-5225 or visit the website www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Calcutta Wahoo Challenge Event Dates: Oct. 7-10, 2009 This annual wahoo fishing tournament is held in downtown Morehead City and benefits Take a Kid Fishing Foundation and the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

Participants can fish 2 out of 3 days and enjoy the festivities under the big tent across from Charter Boat row on the Morehead City waterfront. We have awards for our lady anglers and our junior anglers too!

Weigh in is each day at the town docks at the end of 6th street right next to Jack's Waterfront Bar. Come fish and have fun at the 5th annual Wahoo Challenge.

For more information visit www.calcuttawahoo.com or contact Holly Fletcher at 252-247-9246.

19th Annual Surf Fishing Workshop Weekend Event Dates: Oct. 9-11, 2009 Event Time(s): Call for Times Location: North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

This hands-on workshop is designed for novice fishermen, but it's a great refresher course for all skill levels. Instruction covers information on rods, reels, weights, line, tackle, knots, bait, fish identification, catch and release, cast netting, "reading" the surf, locating fish from the beach and caring for your catch. The weekend culminates with a fishing expedition to Cape Lookout National Seashore. Participants must be 12 years of age or older, and those under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. $150.

Call 252-247-4003 for more information.

Build A Scarecrow Event Date: Oct. 10, 2009 Family Event- Construct a life-size scarecrow to take home modeled after a Carteret County legend. Learn and play event.

Location: The History Place, Morehead City

Call 252-247-7533 X 101 for more information

Free Concert on the Beaufort Waterfront Event Date: Oct. 15, 2009 Event Time(s): 6-8:00 pm Sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association

Location: The clock beside the Dock House.

Details: Pat Wesson, patwesson@embarqmail.com or 252-504-3396

BHA Fall Fundraising Party Event Date: Oct. 24, 2009 Event Time(s): 6:30 pm Gala fundraising party held in a beautiful Beaufort home featuring the works of a selected artist. Artwork is available for purchase. Tickets are usually $75 per person, sponsorships are available. For more information call 252-728-5225 or visit the website www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Trick or Treat Under the Sea Event Dates: Oct. 28-29, 2009 Location: North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Come explore the haunted sea at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores for a howling good time. An aquatic twist makes this Halloween festival a real treat for all ages. Enjoy trick-or-treating and other fun and games throughout the Aquarium.

Call 252-247-4003 for more information.

NOVEMBER

Annual Antique-A-Thon Event Date: Nov. 7, 2009 Experts evaluate items for the public. Also, 200 item Silent Auction.

Call 252-247-7533 X 101 for times and more information

Friends of the Maritime Museum - Click Here for details

November 7
Fall Fundraiser Party
Annual Fundraiser and auction
Time and Location - TBD

Free Admission Day at NC Aquarium Event Date: Nov. 11, 2009 Event Time(s): Call for Time Location: North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

All visitors will get free admission to the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores in honor of Veterans Day.

Call 252-247-4003 for more information.

Jumble Sale Event Date: Nov. 21, 2009 Event Time(s): 9:00 am - 3:00 pm The Beaufort Historic Site turns into a community market with art, handmade crafts, holiday gifts, pre-loved treasures, antiques, clothing, food and much more. No admission fee. Vendor information is available.

For details call 252-728-5225 or visit the website www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

BHA Community Thanksgiving Feast Event Date: Nov. 22, 2009 Event Time(s): 11:30 am- 1:00 pm A traditional turkey dinner is provided by some of the area's finest restaurants. Served at the Beaufort Historic Site, dinners are available for take-out or to enjoy under our tent. Admission fee. For details call 252-728-5225 or visit the website www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

DECEMBER

Come Join Us and Experience the Rich History and Seafaring Heritage of Historic Beaufort, NC