Boatbuilding: A Unique Family Experience
Wooden boatbuilding is a cherished pastime and plays an important role in North Carolina’s history. Avid carpenters or families looking for a unique experience will find the boatbuilding classes offered at the NC Maritime Museum’s Watercraft Center a great choice. A variety of classes for all skill levels, adults and kids age 8 and above are offered throughout the year. READ MORE

Plan Your 2008 NC Beach Wedding
In this waterfront-wonderful area of North Carolina, weddings and celebrations take on almost any style and flavor, from beach casual to classic elegance. Sites for ceremonies and receptions are just as unique. With celebrations happening in churches, on beaches and boats and everywhere in between, this incredible area of North Carolina caters to the bride and groom looking to get away from it all. READ MORE

Here's What's Happening
7/21/08: River Cruise, call for times, keep a sharp eye out for birds, bottlenose dolphins and other marine life during this enjoyable, calm-water cruise, ages 6 & up, $25. NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores. Details: 252-247-4003.
7/21/08: Surfing, 10am – 1pm, learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the Aquarium’s surfboards and expert instructions, ages 10 & up, $25, NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores. Details: 252-247-4003.
7/21/08: Sound Seafood: Catching Crabs and Clams, 10am – 1pm, learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the Aquarium’s surfboards and expert instructions, ages 10 & up, $25, NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores. Details: 252-247-4003.   READ MORE