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In this episode, Justin talks a bit about the wild weather, fun holiday activities and the events taking place over the next few weeks around the Outer Banks. Don't forget to listen to the previous Christmas edition of the podcast featuring Santa Claus!

2023 has been quite a year for Ocracoke Alive! We helped The Island Inn Commons by working on a Fig Tree Garden and sponsoring a mural project to bring public art to and raise funds for the restoration of the historic Island Inn. We hosted a Shakespeare troupe, visiting artist Vaughn Garland, a screening of the documentary A Binding Truth, and the weekly gathering of the Ocracoke Needle and Thread group. Our partnership with the 21st Century Community Learning Center allowed us to make this year’s Ocracoke School Arts Week a wonderful learning experience for the students of Ocracoke School. The Ocracoke Opry made a triumphant return to the stage this year, hosting weekly concerts in the summer and fall in the Deepwater Theater Space. Our annual Ocrafolk Festival and Latino Festival brought musicians, artists, and visitors from all over the world to share in these rich, cultural experiences.
We are so grateful to have shared these experiences with all of you, and we could not do it without your support. Please consider a year-end donation to help us sustain our mission to provide cultural arts programming to our island’s residents and visitors.

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Justin welcomes Kathryn Stewart of Silver Bonsai Gallery in Manteo to talk about the gallery's 25-year history, their fine art and jewelry and what they have available this holiday season. Plus, you'll hear about more holiday events going on around the Outer Banks!w

That's a wrap, thanks again to all of our wonderful customers, locals, and especially to my amazing staff! See ya next year!

It's the time of the season for shopping! The OPS Museum & Gift Shop will be closed today and our last day of the season for in-person shopping will be Tuesday, December 5th. Everything is still 10-50% off, so take a look at our online store and pick out some Christmas presents! December 11th is the last day you can trust your online purchases will get to you by Christmas.

While it may be winter time, we are already thinking about summer!

Our application for seasonal employees is open and you can apply at surfocracoke.com/team

Opportunities for retail/rental sales associate as well as kayak tour guide and surf instructor. Come work at the coolest place on the Outer Banks!