Special Section: Super Bowl LIX
10 Little-Known Super Bowl Facts
Whether you’re a big fan of the game, the commercials, or the food, Super Bowl Sunday has something for almost everyone. In 55 years,…
Super Bowl Slammer
I’ll be honest, I have no idea what makes a drink a “Slammer”. They come in all different forms from tequila to bourbon to gin,…
Buffalo Chicken Dip
It can be difficult to accommodate everyone’s diets and food habits around holidays and events, and a Super Bowl party is no different. A lot…
Mini Loaded Pigskins
Super Bowl without super snacks is just not right. I prefer to load up with lots of little snacks rather than a big meal, and…
Valentines 2025
Shuck & Tell Local Oyster Showcase
Come meet some of our area’s amazing oyster farmers and harvesters while enjoying their oysters paired with wine and Wrightsville Beach Brewery beers! Don’t miss…
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Valentine’s Day 2025 Is Coming! Shop for Valentines Day at Islands Art & Books: Gifts for Her, Him & Kids! Islands Art & Books is…
History of Valentines Day
We all know Valentine’s Day is the day of love, flowers, candy, jewelry, and cupid’s arrows, but where did these traditions come from? Valentine’s Day…
Rosemary & Blood Orange Champagne Cocktail
Nothing says Valentines Day quite like a glass of bubbly champagne. But for Valentines Day we think you ought to jazz it up a little…
Chocolate Strawberry Martini
Who can say no to chocolate or a martini? Not us, especially when you put them together. This drink is perfect for ladies night, Valentine’s…
RECIPE: Southern Red Velvet Cake
When February rolls around everything seems to turn pink and red, but we’re not complaining, we’ll take any excuse to eat this delicious Southern Red…
Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Valentine’s Day is just that, a whole day! Why not start the day with a special treat made with love! These red velvet cinnamon rolls…
The French Tart
French is the language of love, and nothing says Je t’aime like a beautiful, delicious cocktail. The delightfully pink shade is a perfect match for…
Festivals And Events
Bald Head Island Howl at the Moon!
Join in a Bald Head Island tradition and be a part of the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of…
Shuck & Tell Local Oyster Showcase
Come meet some of our area’s amazing oyster farmers and harvesters while enjoying their oysters paired with wine and Wrightsville Beach Brewery beers! Don’t miss…
North Carolina Jazz Festival
February 6-8 2025 Wilmington gives a warm welcome to all of the jazz lovers attending our 45th Annual North Carolina Jazz Festival! This historic city located…
Anniversary Of The Battle of Moores Creek
Celebrate the Patriot victory of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge, their first victory prior the Declaration of Independence, Halifax Accord and War for Independence,…
Firepower! Big Bang Tour
Come aboard to explore the gun batteries that made the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA a formidable foe! Spend three hours learning the steps to fire the…
Frank Stick Art Show
The 47th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show will open at Dare Arts on Friday, February 7, 2025. After the opening, the show will be…
Hatteras Village Waterfowl Festival
The 5th Annual Hatteras Village Waterfowl Festival, Feb. 22, 2025! Photo courtesy of Hatteras Village Waterfowl Festival Photo courtesy of Hatteras Village Waterfowl Festival The…
Mardi Gras by the Sea Festival
One of the most celebrated and anticipated events in Town returns annually to kick off a new year of fun and festivities in Town! The…
Wilmington Marathon
Wilmington Marathon and Half Marathon Southeastern North Carolina’s largest running event, The 15th Annual Novant Health WILMINGTON NC MARATHON on February 22nd, highlights the city…
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…
HOME & Garden
CRAFT: Painted Mason Jars
Here’s a fun way to decorate for Valentine’s Day (or just if you like pink) that’s not too overboard! If you’ve got any old mason jars, with just a few items…
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 Cumberland…
Why Is It Called “Spanish Moss”?
Spanish Moss clinging to Live Oak Trees is imagery connected to the South. We see it swaying along with the tree limbs and picture old Southern Plantations and ornate Southern gardens.…
Ken Buckner Beach Prints For Home Decor
We found these local beach prints perfect for decorating a home at the beach. These Giclee museum quality prints by Artist, Photographer Ken Buckner are perfect for the island living lifestyle.…
Travel
Island Life NC Magazine Makes FeedSpot’s Top 20 NC Travel Magazines in 2025
Island Life NC Magazine has made the list of FeedSpot’s Top 20 North Carolina Travel Magazines in 2025 FeedSpot has selected the best North Carolina Travel magazines from thousands of…
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The Islands Of North Carolina
The coast of North Carolina is primarily made up of a number barrier islands all offering a wide variety Island Living Lifestyles. NC’s Brunswick Islands: At the southern border where…
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…
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…
Arts
Frank Stick Art Show
The 47th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show will open at Dare Arts on Friday, February 7, 2025. After the opening, the show will be…
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…
East Coast Shag Classic
The East Coast Shag Classic takes place at the beautiful Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach! Thursday, January 30, 2025 12:30 PM Sunday, February 2,…
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…
Life on the Coast
MarineQuest – A Learning Adventure!
Why should you choose MarineQuest? They make learning an adventure! For over four decades, MarineQuest has been at the forefront of providing transformative academic experiences…
History Of NC’s Low Country
When people think of “The Low Country” they generally think of South Carolina, however, North Carolina has it’s own “Low Country”! Definition of low country…
Bald Head Island’s Nature Trail
The Kent Mitchell Nature Trail is actually several trails – some of them will take you through the forest and others will take you over…
Eastern North Carolina Sayings
If you live in the South long enough, you’ll notice we speak a slightly different language. Sure, it’s still English but it’s got a little…
Book: Sunset Beach A History
A full history of Sunset Beach NC with stories from many of the “old timers” who were eye witnesses to events. Some are funny, some…
Dale Varmnam’s Fort Apache
Sometimes we find some of the most interesting places along the NC Coast when we aren’t even trying! Dale Varnam’s 28-acre Fort Apache in Supply…
History
Anniversary Of The Battle of Moores Creek
Celebrate the Patriot victory of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge, their first victory prior the Declaration of Independence, Halifax Accord and War for Independence, with…
10 Little-Known Super Bowl Facts
Whether you’re a big fan of the game, the commercials, or the food, Super Bowl Sunday has something for almost everyone. In 55 years, the…
History of Valentines Day
We all know Valentine’s Day is the day of love, flowers, candy, jewelry, and cupid’s arrows, but where did these traditions come from? Valentine’s Day also…
The Battle of Roanoke Island
It was the winter of 1861 and the armies of the Union had failed in their attempts to win any significant victories over the Confederates. The…