December 3, 2009

An Elizabethan Christmas
Manteo, NC
Ever wonder how European settlers of North Carolina celebrated Christmas? Derek Long went to Roanoke Island to find out.


National Gingerbread House Competition
Asheville, NC
Go behind the scenes of this amazing competition at the Grove Park Inn.



Vollis Simpson
Lucama, NC
Meet Vollis Simpson, a ninety-year old creator of whirligigs. They run from small to massive and they're a sight to behold.


Carolina Inn Twelve Days of Christmas
Chapel Hill, NC
This annual event is a big hit for lovers of holiday-themed celebrations.


M Squared Restaurant "After Dark"
Spindale, NC
Deborah Holt Noel proves that you don't have to be in a big city to enjoy a classy night out on the town.

December 10, 2009

Biltmore at Christmas
Asheville, NC
Get a preview of four new rooms at the Biltmore Estate as well as decorating tips from the the experts.

Choose and Cut Christmas Trees
Benson, NC
John Bollenbacher hunts for the perfect Christmas tree and learns a few things along the way.



Forest City Lights
Forest City, NC
For small town charm this mountain town is hard to beat- especially during the holiday season.


Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House Museum
Wilson, NC
The next time you're in Wilson be sure to visit this unique home turned museum that honors the contributions of African-Americans in this part of the state.


Asheville Seasonal Sizzle "After Dark"
Asheville, NC
After your tour of the Biltmore, be sure to head downtown for more holiday fun.

December 17, 2009

Tanglewood Festival of Lights
Clemmons, NC
Get a first-hand look at this extremely popular holiday light show.

Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club
Morrisville, NC
Train lovers rejoice. These model train hobbyists have found a new home and Rick Sullivan dropped by for a visit.


Southern Supreme Fruitcake Company
Bear Creek, NC
From humble beginnings this family owned business is now a national favorite for fruitcakes and other southern goodies..


Ken's Grill "House Special"
La Grange, NC
This small grill on the side of Highway 70 has, according to Bob Garner, the best non-wood-cooked eastern style barbecue in the state.

December 24, 2009

Cottages at Spring House Farm
Marion, NC
Derek Long gets a tour of these perfect get-away-from-it-all cabins and cottages tucked away in Spring House Farm near Marion.

Kwanzaa Celebrations
Cary, NC
Deborah Holt Noel explores the celebration of Kwanzaa and sees how the town of Cary presents its annual festival.


Fascinate U Children's Museum
Fayetteville, NC
If the kids are driving you crazy over the holiday why not take them to this interactive children's museum?.


Front Street Brewery
Wilmington, NC
Derek Long samples the brews at Wilmington's original brew pub..

Hezekiah Alexander House "Marker Minute"
Charlotte, NC
Take a minute to tour one of the oldest houses in Charlotte.

Liberty Oak Restaurant and Bar "House Special"
Greensboro, NC
This popular restaurant is leading the revival of downtown Greensboro and Bob Garner discovers why.

December 31, 2009

Profile of New Bern
New Bern, NC
IN 2010 New Bern will celebrate its 300th birthday so we thought a re-broadcast of Deborah Holt Noel's profile of New Bern was just the ticket.

Blue Ridge Parkway
Asheville, NC
Another birthday celebration in our show--the Blue Ridge Parkway recently celebrated its 75th anniversary and Derek Long travelled the entire length of the parkway and presented three stories this summer. Here's part two of this special journey.


Storytelling Festival of Carolina
Laurinburg, NC
This young festival is really gaining steam as storytellers and fans from around the country flock to Laurinburg to share stories and cheer.


Globe Restaurant and Bar "House Special"
Raleigh, NC
We asked Bob Garner to pick the best restaurant he visited in 2009. His choice? Raleigh's Globe Restaurant and Bar.