- Free Memory Screening, Kill Devil Hills
10 am at the Baum Center, Kill Devil Hills. Call Gail Sonnesso for more information (252)480-3354. Event URL: http://www.gemdayservices.org
From: Dare County PR [mailto:darecountypr@darenc.com]
Sent: Thursday, September 10, 2009 4:36 PM
To: Dare County PR
Subject: RELEASE: Dare County Postpones Revaluation to 2011 
For Immediate Release: September 10, 2009 | Contact: Dorothy Toolan Public Information Officer 475-5903 |
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Dare County Postpones Revaluation to 2011
At their meeting on Tuesday, the Dare County Board of Commissioners voted to postpone the property tax revaluation for one year, effective January 2011, in an effort to give the economy time to stabilize.
The state of North Carolina requires that counties revalue property at least every eight years. The purpose of a revaluation is to reassess properties at 100% of market value as of the revaluation effective date. A revaluation will change the county's overall tax value, sometimes significantly, which can in turn affect the property tax rate for the county budget. Dare County's last revaluation was in 2005 when property values were experiencing rapid escalations through an active real estate market. The market has since seen quite a downturn; foreclosures are at record highs; and typical qualified sales used to establish values in a revaluation are scarce.
Dare County's tax officials have collected preliminary data based on the current market in preparation for what would have been the next revaluation cycle in January 2010. Using the preliminary data and a projected tax rate that would produce revenues equal to those produced in the current fiscal year, County Manager Bobby Outten explained that 73% of property owners would experience a tax increase if revaluation was implemented in 2010 as previously planned.
Throughout North Carolina, other counties scheduled for revaluations this year have wrestled with whether to postpone their revaluation, and five other counties that could delay their revaluation have done so at this point. During discussion, Commissioners expressed sentiments that the best interests of the community would be served by delaying the revaluation one year with hopes that the real estate market and overall economy will improve.
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Roanoke Island Festival Park Invaded by Pirates
Roanoke Island The Park will be invaded by pirates on Friday, September 18! The vicious and motley crew is scheduled to appear from 2 to 4:30 p.m. to interact with visitors and to tell their horrific stories! Captain Jack Sparrow and his crew members and Blackbeard will be on hand dueling; fighting; signing autographs and more (remember to bring your camera). The event is in partnership with Kitty Hawk Kites who has organized the 4th Annual Outer Banks Pirate Festival.
The Park will also feature several additional pirate-related events. Pirate themed crafts will be featured on the porch and young pirates can participate in a treasure hunt on the Elizabeth II and in the Settlement Site! Ask for your map the day of the event. The Museum Store will join the pirate invasion by offering special discounted items.
Blackbeard's Crew will interact with customers at Kitty Hawk Kites locations from Corolla to Nags Head during the week and starting Wednesday, September 16 at the Jolly Roger Restaurant in Kill Devil Hills from 6-9 p.m.
Prior to the invasion at Roanoke Island Festival Park on Friday, September 18 at 2 p.m., Blackbeard's crew will be at Big Al's in Manteo from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The band of pirates will end the day at Pamlico Jack's in Nags Head from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The Outer Banks Pirate Festival will conclude on Saturday, September 19, with National "Talk Like a Pirate Day" at the Nags Head Kitty Hawk Kites store from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors will experience a pirate encampment and Jack and fellow pirates will recruit new crew members and pillage and plunder and battle with cannons. A treasure hunt will also be featured
The mission of Roanoke Island Festival Park is to involve residents and visitors, of all ages, in a creative and stimulating exploration of Roanoke Island's historical, cultural and natural resources. For more information about this event call (252) 475-1500 or visit us on-line at www.roanokeisland.com.
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Other Events.....
Friday, September 11, 2009
- Bingo, Currituck County
The American Legion in Coinjock hosts Bingo every Friday at 6:45 pm. For more informaton call: 252-453-2079. - Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Open For Climbing, Buxton
Climbing fees $7 adult, $3.50 for children under 12 and Senior Citizens. Ticket sales begin at 8;15 am. Climbing begins at 9 am and runs every 10 minutes limit 30 visitors per day. Sales close at 4:30 pm. - Drawing Invitational, Roanoke Island Festival Park
Drawing Invitational held in the Art Gallery with a reception on Sept 13 from 4-6pm. Chosen artists have exhibited strong drawing skills. For more information call 252-475-1500. Event URL: http://www.roanokeisland.com - Full Moon Fandango, Manteo
Music by Sealevel 8-11 pm at the Full Moon Cafe, Downtown Manteo. Dinner menu available. No cover charge. (252)473-6666. - Harmony Cafe, Nags Head
Music, desserts and coffee for a $5 donation. Features Angelo Sonnesso keyboard and vocals, and Rick Agudelo vocals and guitar. 7 pm at St. Andrews By the Sea, Nags Head. (252)480-3354. - KH Kites Kayak Jamboree, Nags Head
Try before you buy, talk to the experts, great discoutns on kayaks and kayak gear. Kitty Hawk Kites on the Manteo Waterfront. 1-877-FLY-THIS or (252)441-4124. Event URL: http://www,kittyhawk.com - Mad Jack Adult Comedy and Magic, Kitty Hawk
Hilarious comedy, amazing magic and bizarre side-show stunts you will never forget all performed live on stage at the Hilton Garden Inn! This show is a riot, but contains adult language and subject matter. 9:30 pm. (252)489-9219. $20 person. Event URL: http://www.obxtrememagic.com
Saturday, September 12, 2009
- Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Open For Climbing, Buxton
Climbing fees $7 adult, $3.50 for children under 12 and Senior Citizens. Ticket sales begin at 8;15 am. Climbing begins at 9 am and runs every 10 minutes limit 30 visitors per day. Sales close at 4:30 pm. - Free Market and Homegrown Market, Avon
at the Avon Fire Station. 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Market partipants are invited to arrive with goods, services, skills, performances, stories, crafts, food, games, music, clothing, furniture, plants. JoEllen Willis at (252)986-2641. - Drawing Invitational, Roanoke Island Festival Park
Drawing Invitational held in the Art Gallery with a reception on Sept 13 from 4-6pm. Chosen artists have exhibited strong drawing skills. For more information call 252-475-1500. Event URL: http://www.roanokeisland.com - Lighthouse to Lighthouse Bike Ride, Area Wide, $20.00
Ride from the Currituck Lighthouse in Corolla to the Bodie Island Lighthouse South of Nags Head. Choose a 25 or 50 mile route. Sponsored by Still Waters Baptist Church. $20 adult, $10 for ages 16 & under. (252)255-1835. Event URL: http://www.stillwatersbaptist.org - Music by Fishlips, Nags Head
6 pm at Pamlico Jacks. No cover. Food and drink specials available. Milepost 16 on the Bypass, Nags Head. (252)441-2637. - Showcase Magic & Comedy Show, Kitty Hawk
7:30 pm at Outer Banks Music Showcase, Milepost 4.5, Kitty Hawk. Features Magician/Illusion Team Clive Allen & Tracy. View clips at www.obxtrememagic.com Tickets $19.95 Adults, $18.95 Seniors, $7 Children.(252)261-7505. Event URL: http://www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
Sunday, September 13, 2009
- Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Open For Climbing, Buxton
Climbing fees $7 adult, $3.50 for children under 12 and Senior Citizens. Ticket sales begin at 8;15 am. Climbing begins at 9 am and runs every 10 minutes limit 30 visitors per day. Sales close at 4:30 pm. - Dog Training, Kill Devil Hills
Dog Training available at Holistic Pet in Seagate North in Kill Devil Hills every Thursday from 6-7 & 7-8 and Sunday from 2-3 & 3-4. Registration required. Call 252-449-0331 for information and registration. Event URL: http://www.thecyberdogusa.com - Drawing Invitational, Roanoke Island Festival Park
Drawing Invitational held in the Art Gallery with a reception on Sept 13 from 4-6pm. Chosen artists have exhibited strong drawing skills. For more information call 252-475-1500. Event URL: http://www.roanokeisland.com - Sunday Social and Concert With David Nevue, Kill Devil Hills
David Nevue's Release "Overcome" won the title best instrumental piano album of 2005 at the lifestyle music awards. 5 pm at The Pearl (Inside the Sea Ranch Hotel, MP 9, KDH). $15 per person (12 & under free). (252)441-7126. Event URL: http://www.thecarolinianstudio.com
Monday, September 14, 2009
- Spa Koru Yoga of the Day Level 1-2, Avon
Instructor Tami Thompson leads this beginner/intermediate class at Spa Koru that uses a variation of asanas and themese each week to completely stretch and relax the body (252) 995-3125 5:30-7:30 pm. Event URL: http://www.spakoru.com - Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Open For Climbing, Buxton
Climbing fees $7 adult, $3.50 for children under 12 and Senior Citizens. Ticket sales begin at 8;15 am. Climbing begins at 9 am and runs every 10 minutes limit 30 visitors per day. Sales close at 4:30 pm. - Drawing Invitational, Roanoke Island Festival Park
Drawing Invitational held in the Art Gallery with a reception on Sept 13 from 4-6pm. Chosen artists have exhibited strong drawing skills. For more information call 252-475-1500. Event URL: http://www.roanokeisland.com - Best Kiteboarding Demo at REAL, Waves
Best Kiteboarding is traveling down the East Coast with a selection of the new 2010 gear for riders to demo. Stop by the REAL flagship store in Waves to try the BEST. For more information call 866-REAL-548 Event URL: http://www.realwatersports.com - Blackbear's Pirate Festival, Nags Head
Enjoy pirate history, storytelling, reenactments, shows. Detailed schedule on-line. Kitty Hawk Kites 1-877-FLY-THIS or (252)441-4124. Event URL: http://www.kittyhawk.cm/pirate
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
- SCORE Business Counseling, Kill Devil Hills
Free business counseling sponsored nationally by the Small Business Administration and the Outer Banks Chamber, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Chamber office (101 Town Hall Drive). (252)441-8144. Event URL: http://www.score497.org - Bingo, Kill Devil Hills
The Lions Club hosts Bingo every Tuesday night starting at 6:30 pm at the Lions Club Building, Mile Post 6, Hwy 158 Bypass. For more information: 252-441-8308. - Spa Koru Pilates, Avon
Instructor Diane Horan leads this class at Spa Koru offering fundamental skills for your core, which involves strengthening and increasing flexibilty. Beginners welcome! 6:00 pm. Event URL: http://www.spakoru.com - Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Open For Climbing, Buxton
Climbing fees $7 adult, $3.50 for children under 12 and Senior Citizens. Ticket sales begin at 8;15 am. Climbing begins at 9 am and runs every 10 minutes limit 30 visitors per day. Sales close at 4:30 pm. - Drawing Invitational, Roanoke Island Festival Park
Drawing Invitational held in the Art Gallery with a reception on Sept 13 from 4-6pm. Chosen artists have exhibited strong drawing skills. For more information call 252-475-1500. Event URL: http://www.roanokeisland.com - Best Kiteboarding Demo at REAL, Waves
Best Kiteboarding is traveling down the East Coast with a selection of the new 2010 gear for riders to demo. Stop by the REAL flagship store in Waves to try the BEST. For more information call 866-REAL-548 Event URL: http://www.realwatersports.com - Blackbear's Pirate Festival, Nags Head
Enjoy pirate history, storytelling, reenactments, shows. Detailed schedule on-line. Kitty Hawk Kites 1-877-FLY-THIS or (252)441-4124. Event URL: http://www.kittyhawk.cm/pirate - Free Memory Screening, Kill Devil Hills
10 am at the Baum Center, Kill Devil Hills. Call Gail Sonnesso for more information (252)480-3354. Event URL: http://www.gemdayservices.org - Mad Jack Adult Comedy and Magic, Nags Head
Hilarious comedy, amazing magic and bizarre side-show stunts you will never forget all performed live on stage at Kellys Restarant & Tavern! This show is a riot, but contains adult language and subject matter. 9:30 pm. $20 per person. (252)489-9219. Event URL: http://www.obxtrememagic.com - Marine Corps League, Southern Shores
The Outer Banks Detachment #1264 of the Marine Corps League will meet at 7:00 pm, Pitts Center, 5375 North Virginia Dare Trail, Southern Shores, on Tuesday, 15 September at 7:00 pm. Special guests will be the Marine Corps League, Department of NC Commanda - Public Transportation 5 Year Plan Meeting, Buxton
5:30-7:30 pm, Fessenden Center 46830 Hwy. 12 in Buxton. Community Forum to discuss public transportation issues and strategies for the next 5 years. Open house, presentation, large group Q&A, small group, refreshments. (252)475-5641. Event URL: http://www.co.dare.nc.us - Ribbon Cutting for Dare CASA, Nags Head
Event at noon at their new location 119 Woodhill, Unit 6. This is a community-based non-profit working to change awareness, attitudes, and behaviors to positively alter the impact of substance abuse in Dare County. Call 252-441-8144 for information. Event URL: http://www.darecasa.org
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
- Bingo, Kill Devil Hills
The Colington Fire Department in Kill Devil Hills hosts Bingo every Wednesday night at 6:30 pm , doors open at 5:30 pm.For more information: 252-441-6234. - Spa Koru Yoga of the Day Level 1-2, Avon
Instructor Tami Thompson leads this beginner/intermediate class at Spa Koru that uses a variation of asanas and themese each week to completely stretch and relax the body (252) 995-3125 5:30-7:30 pm. Event URL: http://www.spakoru.com - Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Open For Climbing, Buxton
Climbing fees $7 adult, $3.50 for children under 12 and Senior Citizens. Ticket sales begin at 8;15 am. Climbing begins at 9 am and runs every 10 minutes limit 30 visitors per day. Sales close at 4:30 pm. - Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festival, Corolla, $20.00
Enjoy an afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. Sample wines of North Carolina and the world; keep your glass; take a complimentary tour; sample food, etc. Call 252-453-9040 for info. Event URL: http://www.whaleheadclub.org - Drawing Invitational, Roanoke Island Festival Park
Drawing Invitational held in the Art Gallery with a reception on Sept 13 from 4-6pm. Chosen artists have exhibited strong drawing skills. For more information call 252-475-1500. Event URL: http://www.roanokeisland.com - Best Kiteboarding Demo at REAL, Waves
Best Kiteboarding is traveling down the East Coast with a selection of the new 2010 gear for riders to demo. Stop by the REAL flagship store in Waves to try the BEST. For more information call 866-REAL-548 Event URL: http://www.realwatersports.com - Blackbeard's Pirate Festival, Nags Head
Enjoy pirate history, storytelling, reenactments, shows. Detailed schedule on-line. Kitty Hawk Kites 1-877-FLY-THIS or (252)441-4124. Event URL: http://www.kittyhawk.cm/pirate - Public Transportation 5 Year Plan Meeting, Manteo
5:30-7:30 pm, Manteo Administration Building, 954 Marshall Collins Dr. Community Forum to discuss public transportation issues and strategies for the next 5 years. Open house, presentation, large group Q&A, small group, refreshments. (252)475-5641. Event URL: http://www.co.dare.nc.us - Showcase Magic & Comedy Show, Kitty Hawk
7:30 pm at Outer Banks Music Showcase, Milepost 4.5, Kitty Hawk. Features Magician/Illusion Team Clive Allen & Tracy. View clips at www.obxtrememagic.com Tickets $19.95 Adults, $18.95 Seniors, $7 Children.(252)261-7505. Event URL: 'http://www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com'
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Angie Brady-Daniels
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1757
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
(252)441-8144, ext. 229
angiebd@outer-banks.com