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Things to Do on the OBX - March 2, 2025
Stacey OBrien
March 02, 2025
Good morning, OBX adventurers! March is roaring in like a disgruntled lion today, swapping yesterday’s sunshine for a biting northeasterly wind that’ll have you questioning your life choices.
Fear not—whether you’re here to debate dessert hierarchies, celebrate rebellious history, or simply cling to a cinnamon bun for warmth, we’ve got your survival guide. Let’s embrace the chaos!
March 2 delivers a frosty reality check: temperatures hover between 34°F at dawn and a "balmy" 38°F by afternoon, with wind gusts up to 20 mph making it feel like 23°F—perfect for practicing your penguin waddle.
Sunrise peeked out at 6:29 AM, while sunset retreats at 5:58 PM, offering 11.5 hours of daylight to question why you left your gloves at home. Small craft advisories are in effect until 1 PM due to rough seas, so kayakers, consider today a Netflix-and-chowder day.
National Banana Cream Pie Day: A Cold Day for a Controversial Dessert
The Pie That Refuses to Quit
Banana cream pie’s origin story remains as divisive as its texture. First popularized in 19th-century America when bananas became affordable, this dessert became a staple despite its inherent structural flaws (soggy crusts, gelatinous filling). Outer Banks bakeries, ever the innovators, have wisely diversified:
Tullio’s Bakery (Duck): Their cinnamon buns, drenched in caramel glaze, serve as both breakfast and hand warmers in this wind2.
Orange Blossom Bakery (Buxton): Skip the pie and grab an “Apple Ugly”—a lumpy, sugar-crusted fritter that’s 100% wind-resistant.
Duck Donuts (Corolla): Customizable cake donuts > any pie. Fight me.
Unpopular Opinion: Bananas Belong in Smoothies
Let’s be real—banana cream pie is the soggy sock of desserts. Why endure mushy fruit layered with existential despair when OBX offers key lime tarts (tangy enough to cut through the cold) or molten chocolate brownies (practically a public service)? Pro tip: Use today’s wind to “accidentally” blow any offered pie slices into the Atlantic.
Texas Independence Day: A BBQ Cold War
A History Lesson with Side Dishes
On March 2, 1836, Texas declared independence from Mexico, sparking a revolution that gave us the Alamo, ten-gallon hats, and—crucially—a regional obsession with smoked brisket. But let’s cut through the smoke: Eastern North Carolina’s vinegar-based pulled pork remains the undisputed heavyweight of barbecue, especially on days when your face might freeze off.
Today’s Restaurant Specials
Upcoming Events
🐾 Pet Vaccination Clinic – Coastal Humane Society
📍 Where: Good Dog Retreat, 716 US-64, Manteo, NC
📅 When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 | 11 AM – 2 PM
🐱 Feline Vaccines: Rabies – $10, FVRCP – $13
🐶 Canine Vaccines: Rabies – $10, DAP – $15, Bordetella – $11, Heartworm – $20
💵 Note: Dogs must be leashed, and cats in carriers. Cash or check only.
Upcoming Events – Red Drum
Music Bingo with OBX Soundbites 🎶
Dates: March 6, & March 20
Time: 6:30 PM
Special: ½ price wings all day!
St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawls 🍻 (March 15) with OBX Party Bus
Daytime Crawl: 1:30 – 5:30 PM (Tickets)
Nighttime Crawl: 7:30 – 11:30 PM (Tickets)
St. Patrick’s Day Parade ☘️ (March 16, 1:00 – 3:00 PM)
Grab a drink and enjoy the parade with Guinness on tap and a front-row seat to the action!
Hook’d Fish Fry & Wine Fest – Sanctuary Vineyards
Date: April 5, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Details:
All-you-can-eat country-style fish fry featuring catfish, fries, slaw, and hushpuppies
Live music and a great selection of local wine & beer
Save the date for this exciting food and wine event at Sanctuary Vineyards!
Coffee with a Cop – Town of Duck Police Department ☕👮♂️
Date: Friday, March 7
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Duck’s Cottage Coffee & Books (1240 Duck Road)
Details:
Enjoy a casual coffee chat with local police officers.
Ask questions, share concerns, or just connect with the community.
Upper Crust Bakery will be providing delicious treat
🌎 Earth Day "Sweep the Beach" Art Contest – April 22
Join Dare Arts and Kitty Hawk Kites in celebrating Earth Day by turning beach trash into creative treasures! Artists are invited to collect debris from local beaches and transform it into unique works of art.
📅 Date: Tuesday, April 22
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Jockey’s Ridge State Park, Nags Head
🏆 4 Prize Categories:
People’s Choice
Youth Award
Best Plastics Art
Best Litter Art
🗳️ Public Voting: Art submissions will be displayed at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing for public voting from April 1–21, with winners announced at Earth Fair OBX on April 22.
🔗 More info: kittyhawk.com/events | 📞 877.FLY.THIS
Get creative, help clean up the beaches, and celebrate Earth Day with art! 🎨🌊♻️
Community Blood Drive – Kill Devil Hills Police Department
Date: Monday, March 31, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Kill Devil Hills Police Department (Town Hall) – Board Meeting Room, 102 Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Details:
Donate blood and help save lives!
A1C testing available for successful donors to check for pre-diabetes or diabetes.
Schedule an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org using the code KDHPOLICE.
Complete your pre-donation reading at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass.
The Cajun Occasion – Mardi Gras Celebration at Sanctuary Vineyards
Date: TBD
Enjoy a festive night of live Dixieland music, jambalaya, gumbo, cornbread, and your favorite local wines.
Bon Temps Table for 8: $350
Adult Tickets: $35
Get your tickets now before they sell out!
Guided Camellia Tours – Elizabethan Gardens
When: Thursdays at 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Enjoy a cup of hot tea and a stroll through the beautiful, historic Camellia collection at Elizabethan Gardens. The nursery offers classic and rare varieties for sale.
More info & tickets: elizabethangardens.org/camellia-tours
Keep it Clean, Kitty Hawk - Community Cleanup
Join the Town of Kitty Hawk for a community-wide cleanup effort!
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Location: Kitty Hawk Town Hall, 101 Veterans Memorial Drive
What to Expect:
✅ Assignments & safety briefing at Town Hall
✅ Cleanup supplies provided
✅ Free lunch for volunteers
Employment Opportunities
🚴♂️ HIRING: Island Cycles & Beach Gear Rentals |
Looking for a fun summer job? Island Cycles is hiring for the 2025 season at their Rodanthe and Avon locations! Positions are available for ages 15 and up, offering great pay and flexible schedules. Don't miss out on a chance to work by the beach! |
📧 Email: [email protected] |
🏛️ JOIN: Town of Duck – Planning Board & Board of Adjustment |
The Town of Duck is seeking applicants for vacancies on the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment. If you're passionate about local development and zoning, this is a great way to get involved! |
✔ Must be a property owner in the Town of Duck |
🌿 The Nature Conservancy – Now Hiring!
Looking for a job that makes a difference? The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina is hiring for multiple positions!
📌 Open Positions:
🌱 Nags Head Woods Preserve Visitor Outreach Assistant (Summer Position) – Focused on education and visitor services, working closely with conservation staff. Apply here.
📊 Southern Blue Ridge Conservation Coordinator – Provides administrative and logistical support for conservation projects. Apply here.
🔥 NC Coastal Plain Burn Crew Members (Summer Position) – Hands-on role in wildland fire operations in Wilmington, NC (May–August). Apply here.
Now Hiring – Breakwater Restaurant (2025 Season)
Breakwater Restaurant is hiring for the upcoming 2025 season! Positions available:
Kitchen Staff
Servers
Housekeeping
Reservations
📍 Apply in person at Breakwater Inn Office or call April at (252) 986-2565 for more details.
Job Openings – NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island
The NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island is hiring! If you're a team player who loves water, check out these open positions:
Building Superintendent
Horticulture Assistant
Special Activities Intern
Cashier & Seasonal Cashier
Special Activities Instructors
Welfare & Behavior Technician
📅 Application deadlines are approaching! Apply now at: NC Aquariums Careers
📷 Photo by | 📍Nags Head
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Hope You Find The Best Things To Do on the OBX
Whether you’re debating pie merits over a thermos of coffee, laughing at Texas’s brisket hubris, or simply sprinting from your car to the bakery door, remember: spring is coming. Probably. Maybe. (Check back tomorrow.) 🌬️
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