ABOUT US The Proper Setting staff has been planning events on the Outer Banks for over 15 years. We know the best locations, the best vendors, and the best kept secrets of how to plan for a successful event on the edge of the earth. We have a passion for what we do. And it shows. We are dedicated to our community and support local charities each year by donating 5% of all contracted fees to organizations in need of assistance. For a list of who we are supporting for this calendar year, please e-mail us and ask for more information. Affiliations: Outer Banks Wedding Association Association of Bridal Consultants American Cancer Society "Relay for Life" Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce

SERVICES OFFERED... Concierge Services Your experience on the Outer Banks is relative to the ease in which you can find resources for satisfying your wants and needs. We want to help you have the best possible experience while spending your time on "the edge of the earth". Let us coordinate activities, in-home chef prepared meals, catering, corporate retreat outings, transportation, photographers, babysitting, nightlife, and more. Social Events A time to gather friends and family for any type occasion involves much coordination, planning, and checklists. Anniversary celebrations, commitments, birthday parties, corporate, and community events, are stress free when utilizing the resources of The Proper Setting. Themed events, including musical entertainment, props, centerpieces, and favors are easily arranged by our staff. Enjoy your free time with a wonderful selection of activities. Golf courses, such as The Currituck Club, Seascape, and Nags Head Golf Links offer challenging courses with spectacular views. Other activities include rugged four wheel drive adventures, hang gliding, kayaking and guided eco-tours, wall climbing, dolphin tours, magnificent home tours, guided bus tours to Ocracoke or historical areas including lighthouses and museums, aquariums, chartered fishing trips, etc. For those seeking nourishment of the soul, there is yoga, spa treatments, quiet places to curl up with a book, to take a leisurely stroll on the beach, or to visit the beautiful Elizabethan Gardens. Specialty shops are located from Corolla to Manteo, and further south to Hatteras and Ocracoke, with a wide range of offerings. Many local businesses enjoy showing their wares and are willing to give workshops on duck carving, jewelry making, tee shirt printing, pottery, painting, and more. Martini classes, microbrewery tours, pontoon boat trips to a local winery... it's all available for the asking.