This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
Saturday, May 25, 2013
Roses
Just a pretty picture of an island rose bush to brighten your day. Enjoy
This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
Friday, May 24, 2013
Baseball...and More
Ocracoke's new ball field and community park came closer to becoming a reality Wednesday afternoon as boys & girls, parents, friends, neighbors, and interested citizens gathered to witness the ground breaking ceremony.
The field is still just sand, and it will have to be improved and expanded, but everything appears to be in place to have a usable playing field by next spring.
Many thanks to all of the people who had the vision, energy, time, and resources to make this a reality. Generations of island children will benefit.
This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
The field is still just sand, and it will have to be improved and expanded, but everything appears to be in place to have a usable playing field by next spring.
Many thanks to all of the people who had the vision, energy, time, and resources to make this a reality. Generations of island children will benefit.
This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Firemen's Ball
This Saturday the Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department will be holding their eighth annual Firemen's Ball at the Community Center.
The day's celebration begins with a pig pickin' followed by a silent & a live auction. Music and dancing with the Ocracoke Rockers, the Aaron Caswell Band, and the Dune Dogs round out the evening.
Follow this link for more information: http://www.ocracokevfd.org/Firemansball.html.
This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
The day's celebration begins with a pig pickin' followed by a silent & a live auction. Music and dancing with the Ocracoke Rockers, the Aaron Caswell Band, and the Dune Dogs round out the evening.
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| Photo by Dick Jacoby |
Follow this link for more information: http://www.ocracokevfd.org/Firemansball.html.
This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Ground Breaking
The Ocracoke Youth Center invites residents and visitors to attend a Ground Breaking Ceremony in recognition of the Ocracoke Community Park Project, this afternoon at 5:30 pm. At 7 pm there will be hot dogs and refreshments...and a baseball exhibition provided by the Ocracoke Youth baseball teams.
The ceremony will be held at the future site of the Ocracoke Community Park. The site is located at the end of Maurice Ballance Road. Parking is limited. Please walk or bike, if possible.
You can read more about the Community Park here: http://villagecraftsmen.blogspot.com/2013/04/ocracoke-community-park.html.
This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
The ceremony will be held at the future site of the Ocracoke Community Park. The site is located at the end of Maurice Ballance Road. Parking is limited. Please walk or bike, if possible.
You can read more about the Community Park here: http://villagecraftsmen.blogspot.com/2013/04/ocracoke-community-park.html.
This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to a wonderful man who did much for Ocracoke Island, Marvin Wyche Howard (1897-1969). You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Captain Marvin Wyche Howard
I suppose nearly everyone has a favorite uncle...that special person who treats you kindly, smiles easily, teaches you how to tie knots, or helps you over rough spots in childhood. Marvin Howard, my father's oldest brother, was that uncle for me.
Uncle Marvin was more. He excelled in his profession (he was once described as the "best dredge operator in America"), loved Ocracoke, was an accomplished equestrian, gave many hours of volunteer service to his community, and organized Ocracoke's outstanding mounted Boy Scout troop.
For several years I have wanted to honor Uncle Marvin with an article about his life and accomplishments. This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to Captain Marvin Wyche Howard, and his Life Well Lived. You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
Uncle Marvin was more. He excelled in his profession (he was once described as the "best dredge operator in America"), loved Ocracoke, was an accomplished equestrian, gave many hours of volunteer service to his community, and organized Ocracoke's outstanding mounted Boy Scout troop.
For several years I have wanted to honor Uncle Marvin with an article about his life and accomplishments. This month's Ocracoke Newsletter is a tribute to Captain Marvin Wyche Howard, and his Life Well Lived. You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news052113.htm.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Oxalis
A small clump of Oxalis plants with pink flowers has been growing in my yard for several years. I did not plant them, but they are thriving. Every morning I look out to see them blooming cheerfully (or so it seems).
In the evening the flowers close up and the plants hang their heads to sleep. It is a delightful cycle that makes me wonder: why do some flowers "sleep" at night? Maybe some of our readers know.
Our latest Ocracoke Newsletter is the story of our island Post Office. You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news042113.htm.
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| Oxalis |
In the evening the flowers close up and the plants hang their heads to sleep. It is a delightful cycle that makes me wonder: why do some flowers "sleep" at night? Maybe some of our readers know.
Our latest Ocracoke Newsletter is the story of our island Post Office. You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news042113.htm.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Mid-70s
Spring has arrived...in many ways. The temperature has finally reached the mid-70s, and visitors are returning. Boats are venturing out into the sound in pursuit of fish, bicyclists are exploring the village, walkers are enjoying the beauty of Howard Street, and sunbathers are lining the beach. A few braver souls are even frolicking in the ocean.
This morning the Friends of Portsmouth Island will be meeting and listening to a presentation by Dr. Stan Riggs. After lunch many of them will be taking a boat ride to Portsmouth. I may be among them. And I believe the weather will be perfect.
Our latest Ocracoke Newsletter is the story of our island Post Office. You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news042113.htm.
This morning the Friends of Portsmouth Island will be meeting and listening to a presentation by Dr. Stan Riggs. After lunch many of them will be taking a boat ride to Portsmouth. I may be among them. And I believe the weather will be perfect.
Our latest Ocracoke Newsletter is the story of our island Post Office. You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news042113.htm.
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