Monday, November 16:

It's time for the monthly ferry division meeting at 1pm at the Community Center. 

Tuesday, November 17:

Basketball season begins! The Ocracoke Dolphins will play their first game of the season – away, at Albemarle Academy. Fear the Pod! 

Ocracoke Library Book Club, 7pm. The group will meet to discuss Girl Wait With Gun by Amy Stewart. All are welcome to attend – even if you haven't read the book (but expect spoilers!)

Thursday, November 19:

Ocracoke Alive Fall Membership Meeting at Deepwater Theater at 7pm. Come join Ocracoke Alive as we share stories, dessert, news from this past year, and dreams for the future!

Friday, November 20: 

Coloring party at Books to Be Red! Come out and enjoy refreshments and America's latest obsession: coloring for grown-ups! The fun starts at 6pm! Owner Leslie Lanier provides all you need to colors your stress away!

If I omitted your event, please let me know and I will add it! 

Check out the Ocracoke Current calendar for more events and information!  

Thanksgiving is coming soon! Local restaurants Ocracoke Oyster Company and Gaffer's Sports Pub will be serving up the holiday meal. On Friday night, Ocracoke Alive will host an evening of music and storytelling at the Community Center. Roxy's Antiques will celebrate with a two-day open house. Stay tuned for details!

Christmas is coming, too! Remember to check our Happy Holidays page to find out all about the island celebrations. Good times ahead!

Get creative! The 3rd Annual "Ocracoke Through Your Eyes" show will feature small works by local artists – maybe you! Stop by the Museum, pick up a canvas, and be a part of the show! Or call the museum at 252-928-7375 and they will mail you one!  The canvasses are due back to the museum by January 10th. A wine-and-cheese reception and art opening is planned for Saturday, January 23rd, from 5 – 7pm at the Museum.

Wanted: arty people. The Ocracoke Alive Arts Partnership teacher application is open at www.ocracokealive.org  Each week (January-May 2016) features two guest artists, who teach 5 or 6 hour-long classes on a particular medium. Ages of students range between preK – high school. On-island artists receive a stipend and off-island artists receive a week's worth of housing for themselves and up to three guests. Check the website for more details!