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January Issue

What's New on Island Life NC

Try Our Beach Walk Scavenger Hunt

Walking on the beach is a great way to get some exercise, soak up some Vitamin D, and spend time near the beautiful ocean. We’ve come up with a fun way to enhance that beach walk with a scavenger hunt! You can try to get them…

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Most Read Island Life NC Articles from 2020

In 2020 we all had to learn to entertain ourselves a little differently. We took more beach walks, more nature hikes, , started gardening and went for more seashell scavenging walks. We all found joy in little moments being outdoors or learning something new. So here…

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HOME & Garden

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.…

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Best Fall Blooming Bulbs to Plant Now

The leaves are beginning to turn and drop, but you can still enjoy some vibrant colors in your garden. Fall is a great time for planting bulbs, they sprout fairly quickly…

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It’s Front Porch Season

It might be a stereotype of the South to see people sitting on their front porches, but here in the south, we know the front porch is the first glimpse into…

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Food & Drinks

Mexican Horchata

If you are participating in Dry January, you might miss mixing up a few cocktails. But even if you’re not, this recipe for Mexican Horchata…

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Apple Fritter Cake

The last year has been a great time to work on your baking skills and this cake is worth testing those new skills on. It’s…

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Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake

Sometimes you just need a simple recipe that you can throw together in a pinch and tastes amazing— that’s what we call a win. This…

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Island Life NC’s Top 10 Drink Recipes of 2020

2020 was a rough year and our readers loved to try out a great drink recipe or two from the comfort of their home. They…

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Island Life NC’s Top 10 Recipes from 2020

This year made us spend more time in our homes and of course more time in our own kitchens. Some of us who went out…

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Whiskey Soaked Bread Pudding

I have never liked bread pudding…until I tried this one. Seriously it’s so good. If you’re a bread pudding fan, or if you’re not, I’d…

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Life on the Coast

New Bern ArtWalk

Celebrate winter during New Bern’s Art Walk on Friday, February 12th from 5 PM-8 PM, to participate in the festivities at the local ArtWalk businesses.…

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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…

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WinterLights

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical…

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Seaglass Market

Seaglass Salvage Market features quality painted, new and used furniture, jewelry, and handmade items by local artisans and craftsmen. Beautiful home decor and accessories, including…

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Curbside Cinema

UNCW Office of the Arts, Cucalorus, StarNews, and WHQR Public Media are excited to bring drive-in movies (more…)

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Learn to Fish for Crabs

Crabbing is a fun and easy way to spend a few hours at the beach. What makes crabbing unique among the different kinds of fishing…

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History

Historic Home Night Tours

Experience colonial nightlife at the Burgwin-Wright House every first Friday of the Month. Join in the fun (more…)

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NC Artist: Ivey Hayes

When you think about vibrant colors, scenes of the North Carolina coast, and melodic jazz rhythms, you think about beloved artist Ivey…

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North Carolina Tradition: Moravian Cookies

Evva Hanes, the woman behind Mrs. Hanes’ Moravian Cookies, started baking almost before she could reach the kitchen table. Today, Mrs. Hanes’…

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150th anniversary of Cape Hatteras Lighthouse’s Lighting: Virtual Event

On December 16, 2020, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, in partnership with the Outer Banks Lighthouse Society and Outer Banks Forever, will celebrate the 150th anniversary of Cape…

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Outdoors

Try Our Beach Walk Scavenger Hunt

Walking on the beach is a great way to get some exercise, soak up some Vitamin D, and spend time near the beautiful ocean. We’ve…

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Run Oak Island

The annual “Run Oak Island” event will be held on February 13th, 2021. This is Presidents Day Weekend AND Valentine’s weekend this year which makes…

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Wrightsville Beach Valentine 5K & 10K

What better way to start off your Valentine’s Day celebration than with a heart-themed race, that provides distances not often offered in the area, as…

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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…

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WinterLights

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical…

Continue Reading WinterLights

Coastal North Carolina Hiking Trails

If someone would have asked if I’d ever thought I’d enjoy hiking I would have said emphatically Heck No!  However, once I learned that hiking…

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Learn to Fish for Crabs

Crabbing is a fun and easy way to spend a few hours at the beach. What makes crabbing unique among the different kinds of fishing…

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North Carolina Beaches Shell Guide

One of our favorite beach activities is collecting seashells! They’re a great reminder of time spent at the beach! You can find shells here year-round,…

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Travel

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The Sunset Inn – An Island Gem!

Like every good story this one starts with love at first sight… Once upon a time, a first glimpse of one of North Carolina’s barrier island beaches transformed one child’s…

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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…

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Price’s Creek Lighthouse

In 1848 the United States Congress authorized the construction of eight lighthouses along the Cape Fear River to illuminate the twenty-five mile stretch between Oak Island and Wilmington. The brick…

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Old Baldy Lighthouse

The Bald Head Lighthouse, affectionately known as Old Baldy, is North Carolina’s oldest surviving lighthouse. (more…)

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Island Life NC Picks

Valentine's Gift Guide

Sea Glass Jewelry Valentines Day

This Valentine’s Day give her beautiful Sea Glass Jewelry from our Islands Art & Bookstore! You’ll find a great selection at affordable prices! Spun Gold Sea Glass Necklaces $132-$138 Sea…

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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…

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Nature Guide to the Carolina Coast

The Nature Guide to the Carolina Coast is the perfect resource for coastal residents and visitors along the Carolina Coast. It’s a great beachcomer’s handbook that is useful to any…

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The Southern Surfcaster

One of our all time best sellers! – The Southern Surfcaster: Saltwater Strategies for the Carolina Beaches & Beyond The Southern Surfcaster will increase your knowledge of fishing and help…

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The Saltwater Table

The Salt Water Table is a  culinary travel fantasy, celebrating the food of the Southeastern coast Whitney Otawka is the award-winning chef of Greyfield, a celebrated Carnegie-built inn located on…

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Carolina Catch: NC Fish & Shellfish

Early in life, North Carolinian Debbie Moose encountered fish primarily in stick form, but once she experienced her first raw oyster and first fried soft-shell crab, their pure flavors switched…

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Coastal Living

How To Roast Oysters!

Oyster season in North Carolina starts in October and runs through the end of March. So it’s time to get busy with oyster roasts before the season ends! Here on the coast…

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Hawthorne at Pine Forest

Brand New Apartments Now Open! Welcome to Hawthorne at Pine Forest Apartments in Oak Island, North Carolina, a brand new apartment community offering luxurious one, two and three bedroom homes. With an…

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Coastal Real Estate Booms

Cynthia Walsh, CEO of Brunswick County Real Estate Commission, gave a very positive report detailing how Brunswick (more…)

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Easy Ways To Raise Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Whether your planning to sell your home or just make it look a little more presentable we’ve got some small tips that will maximize your home’s appeal and value. Of course, you…

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