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- September 4, 2010
- Banfield Pet Hospital SpecialBanfield Pet Hospital SpecialSpecial at Banfield Pet Hospital: For the month of September we are offering a Free office visit for first time clients to celebrate summer pet awareness tips, offer valid only at the Banfield Pet Hospital in Morehead City, 5160 U.S. 70, Morehead City. Details, 252-247-4442. all day
- Teacher DayTeacher DayTeacher Day at Styles and Smiles: teachers get 50% off haircuts, 1088 Henderson Drive, Jacksonville. Details, 910-577-5437. all day
- Art and Craft ShowArt and Craft ShowArts & Crafts Coalition Fall Show: juried sale of arts and crafts of coastal artisans held three weekends a year, this is the perfect occasion to browse and buy the work of coastal artists and craftsmen, Beaufort Historic Site, 100 Block of Turner St., Beaufort. Details, 252-728-5225. all day
- Pyrates of the Crystal CoastPyrates of the Crystal Coastbegins at sunset, an interactive show with real pyrates on the Beaufort waterfront, Blackbeard may even make an appearance to tell the true story of Queen Anne’s Revenge, a pyrate treasure hunt is included, program last for one hour, 328 Front Street (across from the N.C. Maritime Museum). Details or to register, 252-728-4129. all day
- KayakingKayakingTime: 9:00 am
Kayaking the Roosevelt Natural Area: 9am-12pm, ages 12 and up, 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, cost is $20, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 9:00 am - BubblesBubblesTime: 1:00 pm
The Children’s Museum of Wilmington Activity: 1pm, come play with bubbles, 116 Orange St., Wilmington. Details, 910-254-3534. at 1:00 pm - Critter Class at the AquariumCritter Class at the AquariumTime: 2:30 pm
2:30pm- 3:30pm, creative art projects, games, videos and live animals introduce young children to marine life, ages 6-8, $8 plus cost of admission, registration required, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 2:30 pm - Behind the ScenesBehind the ScenesTime: 3:45 pm
Behind the Scenes-The Aquarium at a Glance: 3pm– 3:45pm, visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs, and get a look at the Living Shipwreck from above, closed-toe shoes required, ages 5 and up, $5 plus cost of admission, registration required, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 3:45 pm - Cedar Grove Cemetery TourCedar Grove Cemetery TourTime: 4:00 pm
4pm, this tour focuses on early gravesites through the Civil War and includes brief sketches of some of historic New Bern's most interesting citizens, $10/person, tickets are available at the gate or at the New Bern Historical Society M-F between 9:30am-4:30pm, Cedar Grove Cemetery Main Gate located on Queen Street. Details, nmansfield@suddenlink.net. at 4:00 pm - Concert SeriesConcert SeriesTime: 7:00 pm
Morehead City Parks and Recreation Concert Series: 7-8:30pm, 4th South Harbour, performance is free and open to the public, Jaycee Park, 9th and Shepard Street in Morehead City. Details, 252-726-5083. at 7:00 pm
- Banfield Pet Hospital Special
- September 5, 2010
- Art and Craft ShowArt and Craft ShowArts & Crafts Coalition Fall Show: juried sale of arts and crafts of coastal artisans held three weekends a year, this is the perfect occasion to browse and buy the work of coastal artists and craftsmen, Beaufort Historic Site, 100 Block of Turner St., Beaufort. Details, 252-728-5225. all day
- Banfield Pet Hospital SpecialBanfield Pet Hospital SpecialSpecial at Banfield Pet Hospital: For the month of September we are offering a Free office visit for first time clients to celebrate summer pet awareness tips, offer valid only at the Banfield Pet Hospital in Morehead City, 5160 U.S. 70, Morehead City. Details, 252-247-4442. all day
- Barrier Island ExplorationBarrier Island ExplorationTime: 10:00 am
10am-12pm, ages 8 and up, 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, cost is $10, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 10:00 am - Accidental Artist Family DayAccidental Artist Family DayTime: 12:00 pm
Family Day at The Accidental Artist: 12-6pm, kids studio fee free with paid adult studio fee, 220 Craven St., New Bern. Details, 252-634-3411. at 12:00 pm - Free Sunday in the GardenFree Sunday in the GardenTime: 1:00 pm
Free First Sundays in the Garden: 1pm-6pm, spend the first Sunday afternoon in September and October free in the Tryon Palace gardens, Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens, 610 Pollock Street, New Bern. Details, 252-514-4900. at 1:00 pm - Preschool Open Gym at ClassicPreschool Open Gym at ClassicTime: 1:30 pm
1:30-2:30pm, ages 1-5 and a parent, $6/members, $8/non-members, Classic Gymnastics, 14 Doris Ave. E., Suite A, Jacksonville. Details, 910-346-3869. at 1:30 pm - Behind the ScenesBehind the ScenesTime: 2:00 pm
Behind the Scenes-Aquarium Close Encounters: 2pm– 3:30pm, help feed the animals, visit labs and holding areas, and enjoy a look at the Living Shipwreck from above in this in-depth, behind-the-scenes adventure, closed-toe shoes required, ages 8 and up, $12 plus cost of admission, registration required, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 2:00 pm - Family Jump Time at Pump It UpFamily Jump Time at Pump It UpTime: 5:00 pm
Family Jump Time at Pump It Up of New Bern: 5-6:30pm, all ages. $7/child and $5/sibling, adults free, an inflatable play arena where kids can bounce, slide and play on giant inflatables and a rockwall, socks and signed waiver required, 610-C Airport Rd., New Bern. Details, 252-634-2400. at 5:00 pm - Night Trek at the AquariumNight Trek at the AquariumTime: 7:00 pm
7pm– 9pm, stroll the nighttime beach as you learn about the fascinating life of sea turtles, and look for loggerheads nesting in the sand, ages 5 and up, $8 plus cost of admission, registration required, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 7:00 pm
- Art and Craft Show
- September 6, 2010
- Labor DayLabor Dayall day
- Labor Day at Styles and SmilesLabor Day at Styles and SmilesLabor Day Special at Styles and Smiles: let us do the labor $5.00 off a shampoo, haircut and style, 1088 Henderson Drive, Jacksonville. Details, 910-577-5437. all day
- Banfield Pet Hospital SpecialBanfield Pet Hospital SpecialSpecial at Banfield Pet Hospital: For the month of September we are offering a Free office visit for first time clients to celebrate summer pet awareness tips, offer valid only at the Banfield Pet Hospital in Morehead City, 5160 U.S. 70, Morehead City. Details, 252-247-4442. all day
- Schools Out for Labor DaySchools Out for Labor DayTime: 10:00 am
Schools Out for Labor Day so Jump in to Pump It Up of New Bern: 10am-1pm, all ages, $7/child and $5/sibling , $3 for snack and activity, bring your family indoors where kids can bounce, slide, play on giant inflatables, and climb a rockwall socks and signed waiver required, register early to secure you spot, 610-C Airport Rd., New Bern. Details, 252-634-2400. at 10:00 am - Surfing LessonsSurfing LessonsTime: 10:00 am
Surfing Lessons at the NC Aquarium: 10am-1pm, learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the Aquarium’s surfboards and expert instructions, ages 10 and up, $25 plus cost of admission, registration required, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 10:00 am - Duel ReenactmentDuel ReenactmentTime: 1:00 pm
Stanly-Spaight Duel Reenactment: 1-5pm, a historical reenactment of a duel between Nineteenth-century New Bern political rivals, costumed characters battle to protect their reputation, New Bern Academy Museum, Corner of Middle & New Street, New Bern. Details, 252-514-4900. at 1:00 pm - Sound SeafoodSound SeafoodTime: 1:00 pm
Sound Seafood: Catching Crabs and Clams at the NC Aquarium: 1-4pm, ages 5 & up, learn the art of harvesting crabs and clams, and the importance of conserving coastal habitats, cost is $20, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 1:00 pm - Behind the ScenesBehind the ScenesTime: 3:45 pm
Behind the Scenes-The Aquarium at a Glance: 3pm– 3:45pm, visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs, and get a view of the Living Shipwreck from above, closed-toe shoes required, ages 5 and up, $5 plus cost of admission, registration required, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 3:45 pm - Behind the ScenesBehind the ScenesTime: 3:45 pm
Behind the Scenes-The Aquarium at a Glance: 3pm– 3:45pm, visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs, and get a view of the Living Shipwreck from above, closed-toe shoes required, ages 5 and up, $5 plus cost of admission, registration required, NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores. Details or to register 866-294-3477. at 3:45 pm - Summer CheerSummer CheerTime: 4:30 pm
Summer Cheer at Crystal Coast All-Stars: 4:30-5:30pm, $8/class, 3025 Bridges St. Suite #1, Morehead City. Details, 252-247-0066. at 4:30 pm
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