Art Through the Eyes of a Child
Serigraphs by North Carolina artist Claude Howell can teach children about history, culture, color themes and even a little geometry. It's part of an innovative program from St. John's Museum of Art to get students to think about art in new ways.

A Historian's Coast: What the Governor Grew
In colonial days, a bountiful kitchen garden was a necessity even for the governor in residence at Tryon Palace. Take a stroll back in time and into the palace garden, where you'll learn a surprising fact or two about what the governor's staff grew.

Sea Science: Where Does the Sand Go?
Last summer and fall, researchers converged at Duck to study the movement of sand. Eventually, this work will help answer questions about coastal erosion and shoreline change.

Maritime Morsels: A Heartfelt Menu for Your Valentine
What's the perfect food to serve after you've presented your sweetie with a red velvet heart full of confections? Low in fat and high in nutrition, seafood is a delicious choice for your valentine dinner.

The Catch: Casting off the Fishing Blues of Winter
The wintertime lull is a great opportunity for fishers to organize their tackle boxes, clean their gear and prepare for spring and better angling days ahead.

Book Market: Sound Reading for Chilly Winter Evenings
Travel the sound country and glean tips from an outdoor photography guide. Meanwhile, keep the kids immersed in the world of the sea with books on sharks and pet waves.

Fond Farewell: A Dreamer and a Doer
After 18 years at Sea Grant, Kathy Hart has left her mark on more than Coastwatch. She was a communications leader in North Carolina and the nation. Hart's recent departure was felt throughout the national Sea Grant network.