Things To Do on the OBX - January 24, 2025

Good morning, Outer Banks! Here’s your daily dose of all things OBX for Friday, January 24, 2025. Today, the Outer Banks will enjoy partly sunny skies with temperatures reaching a high of 38°F (3°C) and a low of 28°F (-2°C) tonight. Breezy conditions will persist, so bundle up if you’re heading out. The National Weather Service has issued an advisory for slick spots on roads due to lingering black ice from earlier snowfalls. Stay cautious while driving.

The Atlantic Ocean water temperature is a brisk 44°F (7°C), so water activities are best left to the bravest among us!

National Peanut Butter Day

Celebrate the creamy, nutty goodness of peanut butter today by indulging in some of the many ways it transforms desserts. Peanut butter elevates everything from cookies to milkshakes, and its versatility shines in classics like peanut butter pies and cheesecakes. With one of the more famous examples being Johns chocolate peanut butter shakes.

In the Outer Banks, fudge is a staple treat, often featured in shops along the beach towns. The rich tradition of fudge-making here goes hand in hand with peanut butter fudge, one of the most beloved flavors. Stop by places like The Fudgery in Nags Head or Forbes Candies in Kill Devil Hills to pick up this delicious treat and celebrate National Peanut Butter Day the OBX way.

National Beer Can Appreciation Day

Today, we raise a can (literally) to the humble beer can, which revolutionized how we enjoy our brews. First introduced in 1935, the beer can has become a beachgoer’s best friend, offering portability and safety where glass bottles can’t tread.

Outer Banks breweries have embraced canning for their local craft beers, ensuring you can enjoy them from the beach to the boat. Here are some favorites:

• Outer Banks Brewing Station (Kill Devil Hills): Canned brews include their signature lemongrass wheat beer.

• Lost Colony Brewery and Café (Manteo): Look for their unique canned ales inspired by the area's history.

• Weeping Radish Farm Brewery (Grandy): As the oldest microbrewery in North Carolina, they offer traditional German-style beers in convenient cans.

Cheers to a summer-friendly staple we can celebrate all year long!

Anniversary of Gold Discovered at Sutter’s Creek

On January 24, 1848, gold was discovered at Sutter’s Creek in California, sparking a rush of fortune-seekers. While the OBX isn’t known for gold mines, there’s a different kind of treasure to be found here: real estate investment.

Over the past two decades, the Outer Banks has transformed into a booming market for vacation rentals, beachfront homes, and businesses.

With the increasing demand for coastal getaways, buying an investment property or starting a business here could turn into a golden opportunity. The Outer Banks’ steady growth and enduring appeal make it a prime location to stake your claim.

🍽️ Restaurant Specials

🥪 Lunch Specials

• TL's Family Restaurant (from 11:00 AM)

  • Country Fried Chicken w/gravy - $13.95

  • Vegetable Beef Soup w/grilled cheese - $12.95

  • Trout - $13.95

  • Hamburger Steak - $13.95

  • Chicken/Tuna Salad plate w/Mac Salad - $12.95

  • 🍰 Desserts: Hot Fudge Cake, Carrot Cake, Pineapple Pie, Key Lime Pie, Cookie Butter Banana Pie, Banana Pudding

• Wanchese Marina OBX

  • Bang Bang Shrimp over Rice w/broccoli

  • Meatball Sub

  • Shrimp Salad Wrap

  • New Appetizers: Crab Rangoon, Vegetable Spring Rolls, Loaded Potato Skins

🍽️ Dinner Specials

• Henry's Restaurant (4-8 PM)

  • Fried Chicken Dinner - $12.99

  • Includes: 3 pieces, 2 sides, hush puppies

  • Available for dine-in/carry-out

• Waves Market & Deli (Open till 9 PM | 📞 252-987-2352)

  • Lamb Tacos - $12 (stewed lamb, salsa verde, onions, cilantro, corn tortillas)

  • Fish & Grits - $15.50 (seared rockfish, parmesan polenta, bacon, cherry tomatoes, arugula, blackened butter sauce)

  • Daily Dinner Surprise - $13.50

💼 Job Opportunities

• Black Pelican Seafood Company

  • Full-time & part-time positions

  • Housing for kitchen staff

  • Benefits: PTO, health/dental/vision, 401K

  • Apply: [email protected]

• Lighthouse Bagels and Deli

  • Summer positions available

  • Housing provided (beach/work walking distance)

  • Apply: [email protected]

• Nags Head Ocean Rescue

  • Starting pay: $19/hr ($20/hr w/EMT)

  • $600 End of Season + Labor Day Bonus

  • Training provided

  • Housing assistance available: 252-489-9371

• Ride the Wind Surf Shop

  • Summer positions

  • Applications close Jan 31st

🎉 Events (Sponsored by HearsayMarketing.com)

🍷 Wine & Fine Dining

• South of KDG Wine Dinner (Feb 4)

  • Six-course dinner with wine pairings by sommelier Steve Eudy

  • $75/person | Reserve: [email protected]

🎊 Community Events

• Turf's Up OBX Grand Opening (Feb 6, 4:30 PM)

  • Vibe @ 5 Networking Event

  • Complimentary snacks, cash bar, free gaming bay play

• Coastal Home OBX Celebration (Jan 30, 4:00 PM)

  • Location: 900 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills

  • Refreshments and beverages

  • $500 store credit raffle at 5:00 PM

  • Sponsors: Rainbow Bridge Pet Cremation, Kellogg Supply, The Cottage Shop

🍺 Ghost Harbor Brewing Events

• Music Bingo (Tue, Jan 21, 7 PM)

  • Categories: "Under the Covers" & "One Hit Wonders"

• Fibbage (Thu, Jan 23, 7 PM)

  • Test your lying skills!

• Winter Beer Olympics (Sat, Jan 25, 3 PM)

  • 🍺 Pong Showdowns

  • ❄️ Frosty Flip Cup

  • 🐧 Penguin Walk

  • 🎯 Drunken Darts

  • Prizes: Champion Team, Best Dressed, MVP of the Day

🐾 Pet Care

• SPCA Rabies Clinic (Feb 17-21)

  • $10 vaccinations

  • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed 1-2 PM)

  • Location: 378 Airport Road, Manteo

  • Pets must be leashed/in carriers

🚢 Ferry Updates

Stay safe and enjoy all the unique treasures the Outer Banks has to offer today!

🎈 Upcoming 2025 OBX Events

🍽️ OBX Taste of the Beach (March 28-31, 2025)

• Multi-day celebration of coastal cuisine

• Cooking classes, chef competitions, wine tastings

• Tapas crawls & specialty dinners

• Local restaurant showcases

• Tickets on sale at www.obxtasteofthebeach.com

🦐 Outer Banks Seafood Festival (October 18, 2025)

• Event Center MP 16, Nags Head

• Fresh local seafood from 15+ restaurants

• Live music & cooking demonstrations

• Local maritime heritage exhibits

• Kids' activities & educational programs

• Advance tickets: $5 discount through Sept 1