Current Events December 9-15
Ocracoke looks different this holiday season, but we are still mustering up some Christmas cheer. Here's what's happening on the sandbar....
The Ocracoke Current calendar is a great source for events and information. We post updates on our Facebook page, too! This story will be updated as needed with more information, so check back!
Monday, December 9th:
It's a rainy, balmy day! Read a book!
Tuesday, December 10th:
9am: OTB & OTDA meeting @ Community Center: The Ocracoke Occupancy Tax Board and Ocracoke Tourism Development Authority Board will have a joint meeting. On the agenda is a discussion of what monies the boards have aren't allocated yet, or have been designated for events that are not happening because of Hurricane Dorian. The meeting will be facilitated by Chris Cavanaugh of Magellan Strategy Group, which did the initial branding research for Ocracoke in 2017.
4pm: OPS Wassail Party and Community Tree Lighting. 4–6pm at the OPS Museum. OPS will draw the winning ticket for the 2019 Quilt Raffle! Shop at the Museum gift shop for great holiday gifts. Entertainment will be provided by Ocracoke School's Kindergarten and 1st grade classes, and there will be delicious treats -- and hot wassail! FREE and festive!
4:30pm: Post-Dorian Support Group meeting @ Lightship Realty: Free support group for grief and loss. All residents are welcome. With the holidays there will be more acute feelings of loss for many on the island. Our recovery from Dorian continues to influence how we respond to daily events on the island. Sharing space with others in a safe, supportive environment and talking about the challenges and learning tools for coping can make a difference. Facilitated by Ruth Fordon and Desiree Ricter. Please share this post.
Wednesday, December 11th:
9am: OTB/OTDA/OCBA meeting @ Community Center: The Ocracoke Occupancy Tax Board, Ocracoke Tourism Development Authority Board, and Ocracoke Civic & Business Association will have a joint meeting to work on their strategy for working together and/or separately as they move forward into the next fiscal year. The meeting will be facilitated by Chris Cavanaugh of Magellan Strategy Group, which did the initial branding research for Ocracoke in 2017.
Thursday, December 12th:
???? Nothing happening here, move along.
Friday, December 13th:
5pm: Holiday Open House @ Down Creek Gallery: Celebrate the season at Down Creek Gallery, 5-7:30pm. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, adult beverages, and live music by Kate McNally, and see artwork by several featured artists.
6pm: Holiday Lights Contest Judging: This year, the Holiday Lights Decoration Contest will be on Friday, December 13th, with Judging from 6pm- 8pm. Please register your house here to ensure you will get judged (and to ensure you will receive all the glory of being announced as a winner!) Please register your home or business by 9pm on December 12th. Categories this year: Most Traditional, Best Business, Best Theme, Most Original, The Griswold Award. Prizes include bragging rights and a fantastic yard sign to the winners.
Saturday, December 14th:
10am: FREE Car Seat Clinic @ NPS Parking Lot (near boat ramp): Sponsored by Ocracoke deputies and Hyde County Sheriff's Department. No appointment needed. Come out and check to see if your child's car seat is age- and size-appropriate, and is properly installed. If you need a car seat, the deputies have some to give away! There will also be FREE bike helmets available!
11am: Christmas at the Castle Art Fair @ Castle B & B, 11am-4pm: Local artists and crafters will be selling their wares.
12noon: Open House @ Bella Fiore: Bella is ready to open the doors for the holidays and would love for you to stop by for a visit! A bit of normalcy, adult beverages and yummy snacks along with a PUPPY to hold!! Noon-5pm.
2pm: Gift Certificate Market @ Community Center: Come out and support local businesses and get great gift certificates for all your holiday needs!
Sunday, December 15th:
5pm: Ocracoke School/ Community Christmas Concert Dinner & Show: The Ocracoke Strong kitchen crew, with help from Ocracoke students, will provide a sit-down dinner while performers of all ages share songs and stories of holiday cheer. All are welcome! FREE!
Looking ahead....
The Ocracoke Lifesaving Church will host the Christmas Eve service this year. Details TBA, but expect to sing carols and see a kids' pageant.
Check out the Ocracoke Current calendar for more events and information! We post updates on Facebook, too!
Send info about any events we may have missed to ocracokecurrent@gmail.com.
