Summer Family Programs

Family Programs through August 20

  Afternoon Programs

It is important to arrive 15 to 20 minutes early with your family and pay admission, show today's receipt, or membership card before programs start.  Programs are popular and late arrivals may not be admitted.

Know Your Knots

Families will learn about types of rope  and how to tie five useful knots.  Children will receive a knot tying guide and rope to take home.  Presented by the Shallotte River Sail and Power Squadron.

 Tuesday at 3:30 p.m.

 "What Kinda Fish Is That, Mister?" 

Thus began the Museum of Coastal Carolina as Stuart Ingram fished on the beach one day.  Bring your family for a guided scavenger hunt in our Ocean Reef Gallery.  Check out our new Ocean Reef Experience.

Seven Steps to Shoreline Safety

Aquatic life, rip currents and safety tips are discussed in a positive, interactive atmosphere to help your child be safe in and around the ocean.  Fun sea-bottle craft and a visit from the fire truck and rescue boat are included.

Thursday at 3:30 p.m.

Megabites!

Some species of sharks can have up to 3000 teeth.  Learn about sharks that live in our waters, what to look for, and how to play it safe.  Then go outside to dig for shark teeth to keep and identify the species of shark teeth you find.

Touch Tank Feeding & Shell ID

Watch Museum docents feed sea stars, urchins, shelks, crabs, fish, and other animals in our touch tank.  Bring your favorite shell and docents will help you identify it.  

    Evening Programs It is important to arrive 15 to 20 minutes early with your family and pay admission, show today's receipt, or membership card before programs start.  Programs are popular and late arrivals may not be admitted.

Ghost Lore & Legend Walk

Fun for all ages, begin in our learning center and walk to two haunted locations with local ghost story author, Will Smith.  Outdoor walk, weather permitting; or inside the Museum if inclement weather.

Snakes Alive!

Learn about venomous and non-venomous snakes that live in our coastal region.  See live snakes and other live reptiles.  Presented by Matthew Bookout.

 Other Activities Around Ocean Isle Beach

  Turtle Information Programs are held at the Ocean Isle Beach Community Center

Turtle Information Programs 

presented by the OIB Turtle Watch are held at the OIB Community Center at 44 East First Street on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Parking is available at the Monroe Street public access.  

For more information, go to

http://oibturtlepatrol.com or call 754-9513

6:30--8:00 p.m. 

Bring your beach chairs & snacks! 

No alcohol.

In the parking lot of Museum of Coastal Carolina.

6/25     The Attractions     60's/Beach

7/2     Mark Roberts & Breeze      Beach/Variety

7/9     Craig Woolard Band     Beach

7/16     Continental Divide     Variety

7/23     Band of Oz     Beach

7/30     GB4 Band     classic Rock/Blues

8/6     Goldrush     Variety

8/13     The Holiday Band     Beach/Variety

8/20     Jim Quick & Coastline     Variety

8/27     Craig Woolard Band      Beach

9/3     The Tams     Beach/Oldies

For more information, www.oipoa.org 

44 East First Street at Monroe Street access

Check TV Channel 8 for information

910.579.4394

www.oibgov.com