Food & Drinks
It’s Peach Season!
Here on the North Carolina coast, Summer is filled with all sorts of wonderful things like warm sunny beaches, time spent outdoors, festivals, and—peaches! That’s…
Frozen Peach Bellini Cocktail
Frozen drinks are pretty much constantly in our thoughts during summer. It’s a cool down, a dessert, and a drink all in one. Our blender…
Peach, Prosciutto & Brie Tart
Peach, Prosciutto & Brie Tart So simple, so amazingly good. A few good ingredients and you can throw this together in a few minutes and…
Grilled Poundcake with Peaches
It can be tricky to make a dessert that’s light enough for warm summer nights that doesn’t involve a lot of cooking or baking. This…
Perfect Peach Lemonade
Fresh peaches are coming to an end as fall starts to enter the picture, so I am squeezing out every peach recipe possible before they…
Peaches and Cream Cake
The peak of summer is when we do most of our grocery shopping at the local farmer’s market. The produce can’t be beat! Use up…
Baked Peaches
We can all agree Peach Pie is amazing. It’s also a bit of work to make and it’s not all that great for you. Here’s…
Kentucky Peach Cocktail
We can feel it, we can feel spring just around the corner! Once you’ve had a taste of spring it’s in your bones and you…
Festivals And Events
OBX Skim Jam
Spectators and active water sports fans alike are welcome to head out to the beach near Jennette’s Pier on Friday, July 26, 2024 and Sunday, July…
Wilmington’s Fourth Fridays
Wilmington’s Fourth Fridays Art Walk is a self-guided tour featuring exhibitions of various artistic genres including oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, photography, wood, metals, ceramics, mixed…
45th Annual Wright Kite
Take flight where flight first began with Kitty Hawk Kites and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Enjoy a walk on the hallowed grounds where Wilbur…
The Lost Colony
The 2024 Season of The Lost Colony begins May 30th, 2024 – a live, outdoor production commemorating the history of the first English colonies in…
Carolina Boat Builders Fishing Tournament
The 21st Annual Carolina Boat Builders Tournament will take place July 24 – 27, 2024 Registration will be available online and in person at the…
The Lighthouse 5k Series
Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer…
Special Section: Featured Local Books
Legends: Old Wilmington & Cape Fear
Situated on the banks of the Cape Fear River, Wilmington is awash in unusual tales and legends. A prevalent pirate hideaway, the area harbored the…
North Carolina Off The Beaten Path
Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking for something different, North Carolina Off the Beaten Path shows you the Tar Heel State with new…
New Mystery Novel Set In Coastal NC
Award-winning, island author Bob Adamov has released his 19th mystery adventure novel, Holden’s Promise. Adamov told us “A Facebook picture post of the Holden Seafood…
NC Lighthouses and Lifesaving Stations
Since the earliest days of European exploration, mariners have heard tales and relayed their own stories of North Carolina’s perilous shoreline. With bold capes jutting…
Historic NC Coastal Map For Coastal Home Decor!
In 1729 the Province of Carolina was divided when the descendants of seven of the eight Lords Proprietors sold their shares back to the Crown.…
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Sea Turtle Nesting Season
It’s Sea Turtle Nesting Season and the Turtles have been coming ashore to lay their eggs. Nesting season on the North Carolina Coast lasts from…
HOME & Garden
The Man Behind the Mason Jar
For people who like to dabble in food preservation, Mason jars can be invaluable. The thick glass jars create a tight seal using a unique screw-top lid design. Coming in various…
Top Tomato Growing Tips
Tomatoes are an integral part of summer in the south. There’s nothing like picking a ripe tomato off the vine. Whether you make a delicious tomato sandwich, tomato pie, or toss…
Preserve Your Summer Fruits And Vegetables
During World War II many Americans, Canadians, Brits and even Australians were encouraged to plant (more…)
Beaufort Historic Homes Tour & More
63rd Annual Old Homes Tour & More JUNE 28-29, 2024 Friday & Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm This annual tour features some of Beaufort’s beautiful private homes, glorious gardens, multiple…
Refresh Your Decor From Home
Tired of looking at your own wall, wishing you could redecorate your home? Now you can! Using Islands Art & Bookstore’s new “Room Viewer” website feature you can preview what their…
Gardening in the South
Here’s a fabulous book for learning all about… you guessed it Gardening In The South! A gardener’s plant choice and garden style are inextricably linked to the place they call home.…
Travel
Sand Dollar Island, North Carolina
Beachgoers often comb the shores searching for Sand Dollars, nature’s version of buried treasure. These flattened sea urchins that populate our oceans make for fun collectibles for vacationers and beach…
North Carolina’s Best Kayaking Spots
North Carolina is home to 17 river basins many of which connect to the biggest waterways in the States, such as the Mississippi, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Atlantic…
North Carolina Off The Beaten Path
Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking for something different, North Carolina Off the Beaten Path shows you the Tar Heel State with new perspectives on timeless destinations and…
NC’S Brunswick Islands
Start your day with a sunrise and end it with a glorious sunset. this is one of the unique features of life in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands with 45 miles…
Arts
Wilmington’s Fourth Fridays
Wilmington’s Fourth Fridays Art Walk is a self-guided tour featuring exhibitions of various artistic genres including oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, photography, wood, metals, ceramics, mixed…
New Bern ArtWalk
ArtWalk is a free self guided walk to over 30 different stops in the downtown New Bern area to visit stores and galleries. Join downtown…
Coastal Images Of Ken Buckner
Artist, Photographer, and Author was born in Ohio and raised in Michigan. He was educated at the University of Michigan and graduated with honors from…
NC’s Own: James Taylor
Although Singer-songwriter James Taylor was born in Boston, Massachusetts, he grew up in Carrboro, North Carolina. Taylor’s father was a faculty member and then Dean…
Life on the Coast
Shrimp and Grits Cookbook
Nathalie Dupree was ahead of the curve eight years ago with her classic book Shrimp and Grits. Now, this Lowcountry comfort combo is found on…
Light Tower & Lightship
The Frying Pan Shoals Light Tower sits in forty feet of water at the merging point of the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean,…
Backroads: Olde Church Antiques
It has been there for decades with travelers and locals driving right by Olde Church Antiques on highway 17 in the quaintly named town of…
The Beach Zones
The beach zone extends from the low-tide water level to the “foot” or base of the primary dune. At first it seems to be…
Painted Bunting | NC’s Most Colorful Bird
There is, perhaps, no more strikingly colored North American songbird than the male Painted Bunting. This bird catches the attention of anyone whenever one passes…
Outer Banks Fun Fair
Kick-off your summer vacation in style by popping by one of the most entertaining events of the season which also benefits a fantastic cause –…
History
North Carolina’s History in Film
North Carolina is home to a long distinguished film history that continues to thrive. For more than a century films have been drawn to the local…
The Man Behind the Mason Jar
For people who like to dabble in food preservation, Mason jars can be invaluable. The thick glass jars create a tight seal using a unique screw-top…
Historic Old Manteo Candlelight Walking Tour
Travel back in time to the turn-of-the-century Town of Manteo and experience our living history! Join our local guides for an evening stroll through Manteo’s charming…
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Buried On Our Shores – WWII Plane Wreck on Ocean Isle
One day in the spring of 2000, Ocean Isle Beach’s building inspector, Larry Cook, discovered a corroded piece of history and legend that had emerged from…
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