July 2008 Outer Banks Events

2008 Outer Banks Events

July 2008

May 29 - August 28	Pawgaritaville at Puparazzi 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Tropical themed party for pampered pets and their people. Costume contests party games, refreshments and free "pawgaritas" for the dogs. For more information call (252) 473-20994 or visit puparazzi.tripod.com
May 30 - August 18	71st Anniversary Season of The Lost Colony Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. See an American original drama found only on Roanoke Island in North Carolina's Outer Banks. Experience a 423 year-old mystery performed under a canopy of stars. Performances are nightly at 8:30 p.m., Sunday - Friday (no performance on July 4th). For tickets: (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org
May 30 - August 18	Backstage Tours - The Lost Colony Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. The ultimate insider treat! Perfect for groups or individuals. The 45-minute walking tour includes exclusive views of the theatre, costume shop and props. Tours are nightly at 6:30 p.m. and limited to the first 50 guests. Reservations required. Tickets are $5 per person. For tickets: (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org
June - August	OBX Daredevils Baseball (252) 202-1842. obxdaredevils.com
July - September	Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals Starting June 25 every Wednesday afternoon in July, August and September. For more information please visit www.whaleheadclub.org or call (252)453-9040.
July - August	Summer Concert Series on the Lawn 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Every Thursday evening in July and August. For more information please visit www.whaleheadclub.org or call (252)453-9040.
July 1 - 31	Youth Learn to Sail Program Monday through Friday, 8:00am until 5:00pm – morning and afternoon sessions available. Open to youth 8 and older. Basic and intermediate instruction. Students sail Optimist and 420 sail boats. For more information and application contact the museum at 252-475-1750 or e-mail obxmaritime@earthlink.net. Instructors are US Sailing instructors. Open sail continues – Tuesday afternoons from 6:00 until 8:00pm. Weather permitting. Shallowbag Bay Sail About Continues- Sail Shallowbag Bay in a traditional style work vessel – 6:00 pm until 7:30pm. Will continue every Tuesday evening during the month, weather permitting.
July 1 - 31	History Garden Programs 12:30 p.m. History Garden. Tuesday - Early Exploration and the Roanoke Voyages. Wednesday - Pirate Day. Thursday - Nature and Cultural History. Friday - Performing Arts. For additional information, call (252) 475-1506, (252) 475-1500 or visit roanokeisland.com
July 1 - August 2	NCSA Summer Performance Festival Students from the NC School of the Arts will perform musical selections, Tuesday-Friday in the Film Theatre at 2 p.m. In addition, they will perform Tuesday- Friday at 8 p.m. in the Outdoor Pavilion with music, drama, dance and more! Saturday nights at 8 p.m., a film will be shown in the Film Theatre. For more information call (252) 475-1500.
July 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31	The Lost Colony Children's Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty Fort Raleigh Historic Site. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. A must-see for children! The whole family will enjoy a classic children's story brought to life with music and dance. Face-painting and balloon-sculpting will also entertain the children. For tickets: (252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org
July 1	60 Musical Minutes by NCSA musicians directed by Mark Norman 2 pm, Tuesday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Brass and woodwind musicians celebrate music from far away lands. Escape the midday heat, rest your feet, and enjoy a musical treat! 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 1 - 4	July Jazz the NCSA Jazz Ensemble & Friends & vocalist, Becca Stevens: Ron Rudkin, Director 8 pm, Tuesday – Friday, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Back by popular demand, the award-winning NCSA jazz band and NYC jazz singer, Becca Stevens, perform spectacular American and Latin jazz. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 1 - 4	Summer Children’s Performance Series - Flow Circus and Workshop 10:30 a.m. Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. The show is free to general admission ticket holders and Friends of Elizabeth II. All guests must have a ticket. Friends of Elizabeth II may pick up tickets in advance at the Park’s Visitor Center during the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or call in advance to reserve the tickets. All others may call (252)475-1500 to reserve tickets. For more information on the title of the show, call (252) 475-1500 or visit us online at roanokeisland.com
July 2 - 4	Sand Sculpture to Benefit Outer Banks Hospital Kitty Hawk Sports, Jockey's Ridge Crossing (mp 12.5) . To help bring awareness to the dangers of skin cancer and promote some easy steps anyone can take to prevent it, your friends at Peace Frogs are hosting a HUGE awareness event. Peace Frogs, along with Kitty Hawk Sports, Brew-Thru, OBX and Panama Jack Sun and Skin Care, Outer Banks Hospital, Beach 104.1, and Jockeys Ridge Crossing Shopping Center are sponsoring Team Sandtastic and the sculpture of a 25 ton Peace Frog. The sculpting starts Wednesday and will be finished by Friday. There will be games and sand sculpturing events to entertain, as well as the opportunity to learn about skin cancer and its prevention.
July 2	July Jazz Combo by the NCSA Jazz Ensemble & Friends with jazz vocalist, Becca Stevens 2 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival From New Orleans Dixieland to big band swing, from bebop to Latin - Ron Rudkin directs an afternoon of unforgettable jazz. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 2	Dixie Rocks the Boat! 7 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Manteo Waterfront across from the Elizabeth II North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival NCSA’s gifted musicians entertain you with New Orleans Dixieland jazz from the deck of the Elizabeth II. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 3	Rockin’ with Mozart: Classics for Kids 2 pm, Thursday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival “Mozart” leads kids on an hour long journey through the world of classical music; fun, kid-focused music. Audience participation strongly recommended! 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 4	First Friday Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. First Friday is a fun-filled, family oriented street festival held the first friday of each month. Join us for live music, magic, artisans, actors in period dress, a rockclimbing wall and more. For more information visit firstfriday-roanokeisland.com
July 4	First Friday Pet Parties 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Costume contests, games, treats and fun for pets and their people. Call (252) 473-2094 or visit puparazzi.tripod.com for party theme.
July 4	The Whalehead Club 16th Annual Independence Day Festival of Fireworks 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. For more information please visit www.whaleheadclub.org or call (252) 453-9040.
July 4	Duck’s Annual Fourth of July Parade Duck’s Fourth of July Parade will be held on Friday, July 4 at 9 a.m., with an after event at the Town Park featuring music by Ruth Wyand & Friends. The one-mile parade route begins at Scarborough Lane and continues down Ocean Way and then Christopher Drive. For registration information, contact the Town at (252) 255-1234.
July 4	Fourth of July Celebration: Patriotic music by NCSA, fireworks by the Town of Manteo 8 pm, Friday, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Bring a picnic & celebrate our nation’s independence and freedom with dazzling fireworks & patriotic music by NCSA’s Jazz Ensemble & Friends, featuring vocalist Becca Stevens, & NCSA American Music Ensemble members. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 4	Nags Head 4th of July Fireworks Display The Town of Nags Head will host, in conjunction with the Nags Head Fishing Pier, the 13th Annual Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular on Friday, July 4, 2008 at 9:25 p.m. on the ocean pier located at Mile Post 11.5 on NC Route 12, S. Virginia Dare Trail in Nags Head. A rain date has been set for Saturday, July 5, 2008.
July 5	The Kid on the big outdoor screen. 8 pm, Saturday, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Considered one of Charlie Chaplin’s best films, The Kid is good for many laughs and perhaps a tear. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 7 - 28	Three Photographers: Elizabeth Kiourtzidis, Jeff Linn and Dan WatersArt Gallery. The exhibition speaks to the many kinds of photography available to the professional and the myriad ways the artist sees the world. An opening reception will be held on Sunday, July 6 from 4- 6 p.m. It is free and open to the public. For more information call (252) 475-1500.
July 8 - 11	Summer Children’s Performance Series - Sadie’s Spectacular Saturday & Workshop 10:30 a.m. The Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Good Judgment, Kindness, friendship and respect are just a handful of the character traits that show up in this adventure! All guests must have a ticket. Friends of Elizabeth II may pick up tickets in advance at the Park’s Visitor Center during the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or call in advance to reserve the tickets. All others may call (252) 475-1500 to reserve tickets.
July 8 & 11	Summer Saxophones by the NCSA Saxophone Quartet 2 pm, Tuesday & Friday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Escape the midday heat and feel the beat as four superb saxophonists take the stage! Programs vary so plan to join us both days. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 8 - August 14	Town of Duck’s Summer Music Series Duck’s Summer Music Series will be held on the Town Green on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 – 7:30 p.m., with two exceptions. There will be two special Wednesday evening concerts. On Wednesday, July 16th, The Wells Family Band will bring its blend of acoustic pop, bluegrass, and country to the Duck Park stage and on Wednesday, August 13th, The Fuzz Band of Hampton Roads will be back in Duck after their 2007 Jazz Festival appearance entertaining the crowds with a fusion of funk, jazz, and pop. The current schedule is: Tuesday, July 8 – Greg Shelton Trio (Acoustic Rock) Thursday, July 10 – Sue Artz (From Bach to Rock) Tuesday, July 15 – Laura Martier Trio (Jazz) Wednesday, July 16 – The Wells Family Band (Acoustic Pop/Bluegrass/Country) Thursday, July 17 – Sandy Mountain Boys (Bluegrass) Tuesday, July 22 – The Wilder Brothers (Acoustic Classic Rock/Blues) Thursday, July 24 – Watson and Calhoun (Acoustic Rock) Tuesday, July 29 – Ruth Wyand (Folk/Blues/Country/Americana) Thursday, July 31 – The Crowd (Rock/Pop) Tuesday, August 5 – Kim Kalman (Acoustic Guitar/Vocals) Thursday, August 7 – Cristina Garey, Joe Mapp, & Stephen Carbocci (Jazz/Latin/Fusion/Alternative Rock) Tuesday, August 12 – First Flight Jazz Hawks (Jazz) Wednesday, August 13 – The Fuzz Band (Funk, Jazz, Pop) Thursday, August 14 – The Little Kings (Dance Rock-n-Roll). For more information call (252) 255-1286.
July 8, 9, 17 & 18	Take One Step – the New Pied Piper by Gerald Freeman & John Morris, Directed by Gerald Freeman & Kelly Maxner 8 pm, FREE! North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC Don’t miss the North Carolina debut of this delightful family musical. The Pied Piper is hip; the rock music, cool; the rats, hilarious; and the kids, precocious! 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 8 - August 12	The Diary of Adam and Eve is a one-act musical comedy written by Mark Twain. Running concurrently will be a stirring program, A Snake in the Grass, for children k-8th grades. For information call (252) 473-3234.
July 9 - August 13	Town of Duck Morning Theater and Music Series The cast from The Lost Colony Musical Theater will be in Duck on Wednesdays from July 9 through August 13 presenting music and shows from its repertoire. All shows are at 10 a.m. July 9 – Into the Woods Musical Preview July 16 – Sleeping Beauty Children’s Theater July 23 – A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum Preview July 30 – Madrigal Chorus and Guests August 6 – Reaching for the Stars Song and Dance Preview August 13 – Madrigal Chorus and Guests For more information call (252) 255-1286.
July 9	The Pied Piper Steps Indoors 2 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Will the tap-dancing rats take over? Can the Pied Piper save the town? One afternoon show only! Meet the cast and get a sneak peek at the evening performance. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 9	Saxophones Rock the Boat! 7 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Manteo Waterfront across from the Elizabeth II North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Enjoy the view from the Manteo waterfront as the NCSA Saxophone Quartet serenades you with ragtime and jazz favorites before the 8 pm musical at the park. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 10, 11, 22 & 23	The Comedy of Errors by William Shakespeare, Directed by Matt Bulluck 8 pm, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival You’ll want to come more than once to see this hilarious Shakespeare tale of lost twins and mistaken identity - told with a twist! Pack a picnic and a camera and come early for pre-show entertainment by the Broadway-bound cast! 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 10 - August 14	Children's Story Time Bring the children for story time sponsored by Duck’s two book stores: Duck’s Cottage and Island Book Store. Story time will be held in the Town’s Picnic Shelter at 10 a.m. on Thursdays beginning July 10 and continue through Thursday, August 14. Story time is geared to children between the ages of 3 and 7. For more information call (252) 255-1286.
July 10	Sassy Saxophones: Classics for Kids by the NCSA Saxophone Quartet 2 pm, Thursday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Do you know how many saxophones are in the Saxophone family? Bring your whole family to spend a magical hour with four sensational NCSA musicians. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 12	Howl’s Moving Castle on the big outdoor screen 8 pm, Saturday, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Join Sophie as she climbs aboard Howl’s magnificent flying castle and enters a magical world. Lauren Bacall & Billy Crystal help narrate this animated family film. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 12 - 13	Kitty Hawk Kites Wright Kite Festival Wright Brothers National Memorial. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This kite festival celebrates 105 years of flight with professional kite fliers from all over the world. Spectators can see a large kite including a 75ft. octopus and 40ft. mantaray's, fly in the air at the base of the Wright Brothers Monument. Stunt kite demos, games, kid's kite making, etc. will all be highlights of this event. For more information call 1-877-FLY-THIS or visit kittyhawk.com
July 15, 16, 24 & 25	Red, White, & Blue Revue Directed by Matt Bulluck with Musical Direction by Greg Walter 8 pm, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival NCSA’s talented Broadway-bound students sing “songs about change” in America including You’ve Got to Be Taught from South Pacific, Bernstein’s Take Care of This House, Sondheim’s Bobby, Jackie and Jack, and Aquarius just to name a few. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 15 - 18	Summer Children’s Performance Series - The Nightingale with the Tarradiddle Players 10:30 a.m. Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Adapted from the elegant fable by Hans Christian Andersen, this beautiful tale from the orient invites the audience to become part of a wonderful journey of discovery. A question and answer will follow the performance. All guests must have a ticket. Friends of Elizabeth II may pick up tickets in advance at the Park’s Visitor Center during the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or call in advance to reserve the tickets. All others may call (252) 475-1500 to reserve tickets.
July 15 & 18	Inside Voices! by vocalists from NCSA’s School of Music, Directed by Marilyn Taylor 2 pm, Tuesday & Friday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Come see why NCSA’s superb singers receive standing ovations every year! They will perform favorites including tunes by the immortal Irving Berlin. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 16	Voices Rock the Boat! 7 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Manteo Waterfront across from the Elizabeth II North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Relax on the Manteo waterfront before the 8 pm show! Let talented NCSA singers serenade you with favorites including tunes by the immortal Irving Berlin. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 16 & 23	Red, White & Blue Revue Indoors 2 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival NCSA’s talented Broadway-bound students sing “songs about change” in America including You’ve Got to Be Taught from South Pacific, Bernstein’s Take Care of This House, Sondheim’s Bobby, Jackie and Jack, and Aquarius just to name a few. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 17	Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing 2 pm, Thursday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival One performance only! Bright, cheerful music; colorful costuming; and the opportunity to participate as Sid, a dancing serpent in a circus, attempts to learn to sing! 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 19	Student Film Night on the big outdoor screen 8 pm, Saturday, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival one night only! View NCSA student films handpicked for family audiences. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 22 - 25	Summer Children’s Performance Series - Wild West 10:30 a.m. Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Chris McDaniel and his One-man Wild West Show mixes trick roping and bullwhip artistry with classic Western songs like Rawhide, and a little magic thrown in. He began singing professionally in 1974. He has performed on the Grand Ole Opry with Roy Acuff and Minnie Pearl and acted in many musicals including Oklahoma and Annie Get Your Gun. Most recently he played Clem in the national tour of The Will Rogers Follies.All guests must have a ticket. Friends of Elizabeth II may pick up tickets in advance at the Park’s Visitor Center during the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or call in advance to reserve the tickets. All others may call (252) 475-1500 to reserve tickets.
July 22 & 25	Strumming! by an NCSA Guitar Duo 2 pm, Tuesday & Friday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Which musical instrument is more romantic than a guitar – two guitars! Cool off and relax to a repertoire ranging from Baroque classics to flamenco. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 23	Guitars Rock the Boat! 7 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Manteo Waterfront across from the Elizabeth II North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Tango, anyone? Dance along to songs ranging from Baroque classics to flamenco before the 8 pm show just across the bridge. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 24	Strummin’ & Hummin’: Classics for Kids 2 pm, Thursday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Everyone will walk out humming after this wonderful hour of kid-focused music. Meet this dynamic duo as they share their passion for the guitar. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 26	Tea with the Queen Waterside Theatre. Treat yourself to royal-tea! Meet Queen Elizabeth I and her royal court for a special presentation of sumptuous desserts, refreshing iced tea and delightful antics. Includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre. Advance reservations are required. 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. For tickets or information call (252) 473-3414 or visit thelostcolony.org
July 26	The Cameraman on the big outdoor screen 8 pm, Saturday, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival One of the most perfect romantic comedies ever made, The Cameraman gives Keaton one of his best roles and he fills it with a most touching performance. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 27	Tim Ray on Piano 4 p.m. Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Tim Ray is perhaps best known as Lyle Lovett’s pianist for the past 15 years (including summer-long tours in 2001-4), but he has been an active and in-demand jazz artist since 1978. The price of admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park. For more information call (252) 475-1500.
July 29 - August 1	Summer Children’s Performance Series - Open Dream Ensemble Presents The Red Planet 10:30 a.m. Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. The year is 2158 and Earth’s first community on Mars is three years old.... All guests must have a ticket. Friends of Elizabeth II may pick up tickets in advance at the Park’s Visitor Center during the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or call in advance to reserve the tickets. All others may call (252) 475-1500 to reserve tickets.
July 29 - August 1	Dance at Eight! Directed by Rick McCullough 8 pm, Tuesday - Friday, FREE! Outdoor Pavilion (Film Theater in case of rain), Roanoke Island Festival Park. North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Innovative choreography, dynamic style, movement and expression; remarkable dance! Join us for our final exciting week on the Outer Banks! One week only! 252.475.1506. NCSASummerFest.org
July 29 - August 1	Drumming! by the NCSA Percussion Ensemble, Directed by John Beck 2 pm, Tuesday & Friday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival Electrifying and energetic! Drumsticks everywhere! Year after year, the NCSA Percussion Ensemble is one of the summer festival’s most popular groups. 252.475.1506. www.NCSASummerFest.org.
July 30	Inside Dance! Directed by Rick McCullough 2 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park. North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival. Join us for a sneak peek at the evening show, Dance at Eight! Meet dancers from around the world! 252.475.1506. NCSASummerFest.org.
July 30	Drumsticks Rock the Boat! 7 pm, Wednesday, FREE! Manteo Waterfront across from the Elizabeth II. North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival. Follow the beat to the Manteo waterfront to enjoy rhythmic sounds of steel drums, snares & more before the evening show, Dance at Eight! (see listing above). 252.475.1506. NCSASummerFest.org.
July 31	Drumsticks for Kids 2 pm, Thursday, FREE! Film Theater, Roanoke Island Festival Park. North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival. Hit it, shake it, rub it or scrape it – it’s got to be percussion! Feel the beat and participate during a wonderful hour of kid-focused percussion music. 252.475.1506. NCSASummerFest.org