Island Life NC

Coastal NC Lifestyle Magazine | September Issue

Arts

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 Hayes. Ivey Hayes is perhaps one of the most prolific and most well-loved North Carolina artists of his time. His simplistic way of capturing the rustic scenes of his youth bring back a sense of nostalgia and fondness for life in the … [Read more...] about NC Artist: Ivey Hayes

First Friday ArtWalk

  First Friday ArtWalk – the First Friday of each month in downtown Elizabeth City!   Friday, January 3rd, 2025 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM   First Friday ArtWalk – the First Friday of each month in downtown Elizabeth City! Enjoy artwork, artist demos, and live music around downtown Elizabeth City as the streets come alive with the monthly ArtWalk … [Read more...] about First Friday ArtWalk

The Nutcracker

The Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts presents The Nutcracker The Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts, established in 2007 is proud to present an encore of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker. Based on E.T.A. Hoffman’s story and set to Tchaikovsky’s stunning score, the celebrated tale comes to life with intricate set designs, period costumes, and over 200 dancers … [Read more...] about The Nutcracker

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 businesses and restaurants for opening receptions, demonstrations, special events, and much more! ArtWalk provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy everything Downtown New Bern has to offer; unique galleries, quaint shops and boutiques,  … [Read more...] about New Bern ArtWalk

Pier Palooza Concert

Get ready for the Pier Palooza Concert! Join the fun of an unforgettable afternoon into evening of riverside music with headliners The Vegabonds bringing their high energy alternative southern rock hits like "Georgia Fire", "Shaky Hands", "Partying with Strangers" and more. Sharing the stage are the impressive theatrics of captivating blues psyche rockers The Blue Footed … [Read more...] about Pier Palooza Concert

American Craft Walk

Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and craftsmanship at the highly anticipated American Craft Walk! On September 14, 2024, from 10am-5pm, we're bringing back this beloved event to Wilmington, and it's bigger and better than ever before. Join us as we transform the streets into a vibrant showcase of over 100 talented artists, artisans, and craftspeople. … [Read more...] about American Craft Walk

The NC Coast’s Own Nicholas Sparks

You can't beat curling up with a book from North Carolina author Nicholas Sparks – except if you're doing it in one of his coastal settings. It’s easy to see why Sparks loves living in – and writing about – Coastal North Carolina with it's charming historic towns, quiet beaches, tidal rivers and pretty marshes. Nicholas Sparks is one of the world’s most beloved … [Read more...] about The NC Coast’s Own Nicholas Sparks

Surfalorous Film Festival

The 13th annual Surfalorus Film Festival takes place September 18-20, 2023 on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. This three-day celebration showcases the year's best surf films and takes place during the ESA Eastern Surfing Championship. Surfalorus shares great surf movies from award winning veterans to first-time filmmakers in a supportive and laid-back atmosphere. The … [Read more...] about Surfalorous Film Festival

Jazz at the Mansion

Since 2010, the Bellamy Mansion Museum and Cape Fear Jazz Society have partnered to highlight locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed jazz performers. On the second Thursday of each month May through September, join us for a concert on the lawn of the Bellamy at 6:30 pm. Performers range from solo songstresses to big bands with a little bit of something for every jazz … [Read more...] about Jazz at the Mansion

Oak Island Arts Festival

The Oak Island Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2024, 9 am to 4 pm. The festival will feature more than 140 artists and craft vendors who will show and sell their handmade wares. The Oak Island Arts Festival will be held at the Cape Fear Jetport located at  4015 Airport Rd. Oak Island, NC Fine art, pottery, stained glass, needlecraft, Christmas … [Read more...] about Oak Island Arts Festival

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 media and more. Friday August 23, 2024 Price: Free for Spectators Event Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Presented By: Arts Council of Wilmington The after-hours … [Read more...] about Wilmington’s Fourth Fridays

Coastal Images Of Ken Buckner

Artist, Photographer, and Author was born in Ohio and raised in Michigan. He was educated at the University of Michigan and graduated with honors from the prestigious Art Center College of Design in California. Additional study in London was followed by a successful career in advertising in New York and Los Angeles including national recognition. Ken moved to the North … [Read more...] about Coastal Images Of Ken Buckner

NC’s Own: James Taylor

Although Singer-songwriter James Taylor was born in Boston, Massachusetts, he grew up in Carrboro, North Carolina. Taylor's father was a faculty member and then Dean of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in nearby Chapel Hill. Taylor’s childhood home was on Morgan Creek Road in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro area. In 2003, a bridge over Morgan Creek was … [Read more...] about NC’s Own: James Taylor

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