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Take a look through our calendar of events sourced from every corner of Pamlico County…enough to keep you busy for sure. Also, at the bottom of this long page is an important list of resources and volunteer opportunities. If you have something to include or see a needed correction, please email: [email protected]

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FRIDAY, APRIL 3

Yard Sale plays at The New Village Brewery in Oriental, 5:30-8pm

SATURDAY, APRIL 4

Oriental United Methodist Church holds its Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, All children are welcome. The children will only need to bring a basket or container in which to put their eggs. Eggs, prizes and refreshments will be provided by OUMC’s Sand Dollar Circle (the Sand Dollar Circle consists of women of all ages from OUMC). 10 a.m

Hoff’n‘Finch plays at The New Village Brewery in Oriental, 5-8 pm

Broad Strokes Gallery in Oriental: April Artists & Reception Broad Strokes Gallery presents their Artists of the Month: painter Jack Hurley and ceramicist Terry Swanson. Meet the artists and learn more about their work, 2-5 p.m.

The SailPack Interconference Regatta is scheduled for April 4-5. The Sailpack Regatta in Oriental is an official interconference event recognized by the ICSA, the governing body of college sailing. There are 18 collegiate teams participating in two days of sailing.

Beth Frazer Real Estate hosts a community shred event & food drive. The shred truck will be onsite at their business, 401 Hodges Street. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Oriental Farmers Market, by the harbor, 8-11 a.m.

Karaoke at Squidders Bait and Tackle in Vandemere. (Read about Squidders here) 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 5 EASTER SUNDAY

Oriental’s Drummin’ Dragons get together every Sunday afternoon. You’ll find them in Lou Mac Park in Oriental on Sunday afternoons in summer, weather permitting. In inclement weather, they gather at the Oriental United Methodist Fellowship Hall (and possibly for the winter). All are invited – come on by and learn to drum. (They have some spare drums for you to try.) Contact Doug Carmichael at [email protected], 3-4:30 p.m.

MONDAY, APRIL 6

Pamlico County Board of Commissioners meeting, The meeting is in the Patsy Sadler Room in the Courthouse Annex. If there is a larger crowd, the meetings are held in the second floor courtroom. The courthouse is at 202 Main Street, Bayboro, NC 28515. Here are notes from the last meeting. 7 p.m. (bi-monthly)

Oriental Rotary Club meets every Monday at the back room at Brantley’s in Oriental at 6 p.m.

Open Sailing with Bow To Stern every Monday in Oriental. Bow to Stern invites you to come sailing on their fleet of Cape Dory Typhoons. Afterwards, hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks. Let them know you’re coming by registering here. $25 per sailor for the evening. Call 252-249-2424 or email for more information [email protected]. Bow To Stern is at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd – for directions click here, 3 and 5 p.m.

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 6-7 pm at The Oriental United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The Chorale performs in concert at least four times a year, including Spirit of Christmas weekend and opening the Croaker Festival.

TUESDAY, APRIL 7

The UKULELE HOALOHAs of ORIENTAL, better known as the UHOOs, meet most Tuesdays at Oriental United Methodist Church (404 Freemason Street).  New members are welcome to join and should contact Claudia Bemis at [email protected].  We focus on enjoying being together while singing and playing our ukuleles. We periodically perform at events. Beginner class starting up in March. 2-4 p.m.

Pamlico Community Band rehearses every Tuesday at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. For more information contact Chris Mele at 252-626-6928. St. Peter is at 1149 White Farm Road in Oriental, 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8

The Pamlico County Library hosts a mystery book club the second Wednesday of each month. Each month a novel selected from the winners of the annual Edgar Awards will be discussed. For more info please contact the library at 252-745-3515. Pamlico County Library is located in Bayboro, 5 p.m.

Open Mic Night at the Silos in Oriental. The music begins at 7 p.m.

Wednesday Night Sail Race on the Neuse near Oriental. Boats rendezvous at Oriental Marker #1SC on each Wednesday for a relatively carefree race around the government marks. Just show up. The race does the “normal” US Sailing countdown. Just like a real race. This allows those new to racing an opportunity to learn and practice the start sequence. Social at the Tiki Bar after the race. Questions? Contact Joe Valinoti – [email protected]. The race starts at 1700 GPS time.

THURSDAY, APRIL 9

FRIDAY, APRIL 10

The 2026 Oriental Boat Show — this 3-day Friday-Saturday-Sunday show is organized by the Oriental Rotary Club. The Oriental Boat Show typically has about 100 exhibitors of nautical goods and services. Dealers and brokers bring in boats on land and to the slips at Oriental Marina & Inn. For more info, contact boat show organizers via email at [email protected]. Find out more about the Oriental Boat Show at orientalboatshow.com.

Pamlico County Public Library Book/Tech Mobile Visits Oriental at the Piggly Wiggly, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Arapahoe Town Hall, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

PAMLICO PARTNERS FOR DEMOCRACY Meets on every 1st Friday @ 2:00. Heritage Center, Grantsboro. All party affiliations welcome Gain new perspectives on the challenges we are facing and our coalitions of resistance. Hear from 3 speakers, between the ages of 30 and 50, who are coming to share their point of view. 2 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

The first annual Polishfest, with the Wolfpack Sound Polka Band is at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. Dinner includes: Pierogi, Kielbasa, beer and wine. The band has a simple motto: To Polka, You Must Dance, And You Must Drink. Tickets $25. The easy way to get a ticket is to go to Marsha’s Cottage. You can also get tickets online, at this link: https://dioceseofraleigh.org/donate-online-st-peter-fisherman-oriental All proceeds go to PCFLO Food Pantry. 6 p.m.

4 Paws of Pamlico County Fundraiser at The New Village Brewery. Brant Island Strings will be performing. Brant Island Strings will be donating all proceeds from their tips made at this performance to 4 Paws of Pamlico. Handmade blankets and tote bags will be available upon donation, as well as a variety of baked goods. 5-7 p.m.

The 2026 Oriental Boat Show — this 3-day Friday-Saturday-Sunday show is organized by the Oriental Rotary Club. The Oriental Boat Show typically has about 100 exhibitors of nautical goods and services. Dealers and brokers bring in boats on land and to the slips at Oriental Marina & Inn. For more info, contact boat show organizers via email at [email protected]. Find out more about the Oriental Boat Show at orientalboatshow.com.

Oriental Farmers Market, by the harbor, 8-11 a.m.

Karaoke at Squidders Bait and Tackle in Vandemere. (Read about Squidders here) 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 12

The 2026 Oriental Boat Show — this 3-day Friday-Saturday-Sunday show is organized by the Oriental Rotary Club. The Oriental Boat Show typically has about 100 exhibitors of nautical goods and services. Dealers and brokers bring in boats on land and to the slips at Oriental Marina & Inn. For more info, contact boat show organizers via email at [email protected]. Find out more about the Oriental Boat Show at orientalboatshow.com.

Oriental’s Drummin’ Dragons get together every Sunday afternoon. You’ll find them in Lou Mac Park in Oriental on Sunday afternoons in summer, weather permitting. In inclement weather, they gather at the Oriental United Methodist Fellowship Hall (and possibly for the winter). All are invited – come on by and learn to drum. (They have some spare drums for you to try.) Contact Doug Carmichael at [email protected], 3-4:30 p.m.

MONDAY, APRIL 13

NAACP monthly meeting, the second Monday of every month. Senior Service Building in Alliance, 6 p.m.

The One-Off Book Club meets the 2nd Monday of every month at the Perry Griffin Foundation House in Oriental. After reading 2 books: Life Worth Living, a Guide to What Matters Most by Volf, Croasmun and McAnnally-Linz, and Wake Up Grateful by Kristi Nelson, the book club is now focusing on topics about life and living. The topic is emailed to participants each month in advance, but it’s not necessary to prepare in order to attend. New attendees are most welcome. If you have any questions, contact Nelda Coats 252-639-1616 or Nancy Piner 252-670-2615, or just show up at the Perry Griffin Foundation House, 300 High Street, Oriental, 4 p.m.

Oriental Rotary Club meets every Monday at the back room at Brantley’s in Oriental at 6 p.m.

Open Sailing with Bow To Stern every Monday in Oriental. Bow to Stern invites you to come sailing on their fleet of Cape Dory Typhoons. Afterwards, hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks. Let them know you’re coming by registering here. $25 per sailor for the evening. Call 252-249-2424 or email for more information [email protected]. Bow To Stern is at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd – for directions click here, 3 and 5 p.m.

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 6-7 pm at The Oriental United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The Chorale performs in concert at least four times a year, including Spirit of Christmas weekend and opening the Croaker Festival.

TUESDAY, APRIL 14

Oriental Town Commissioners meeting, Town Hall. Second Tuesday of every month. Open to the public, 6 p.m.

The UKULELE HOALOHAs of ORIENTAL, better known as the UHOOs, meet most Tuesdays at Oriental United Methodist Church (404 Freemason Street).  New members are welcome to join and should contact Claudia Bemis at [email protected].  We focus on enjoying being together while singing and playing our ukuleles. We periodically perform at events. Beginner class starting up in March. 2-4 p.m.

Pamlico Community Band rehearses every Tuesday at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. For more information contact Chris Mele at 252-626-6928. St. Peter is at 1149 White Farm Road in Oriental, 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15

Open Mic Night at the Silos in Oriental. The music begins at 7 p.m.

Wednesday Night Sail Race on the Neuse near Oriental. Boats rendezvous at Oriental Marker #1SC on each Wednesday for a relatively carefree race around the government marks. Just show up. The race does the “normal” US Sailing countdown. Just like a real race. This allows those new to racing an opportunity to learn and practice the start sequence. Social at the Tiki Bar after the race. Questions? Contact Joe Valinoti – [email protected]. The race starts at 1700 GPS time.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16

Intermediate French Conversation Group. The group meets on the first and third Thursday at the new Pamlico County Library, 13896 NC 55 in Alliance in the community room at the rear of the building. For questions and to RSVP contact Marsha at [email protected] or call/text 252-617-5960, 2-3 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17

Hank, Pattie & The Current play The Old Theater. Showtime: 7:30p. Box office opens at 6:30p, doors open at 7p. Tickets are $30. Available online here and at Nautical Wheeler’s. 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18

David “Dave” Wright’s Celebration of Life is set for Saturday on the lawn of Oriental Marina & Inn, by the harbor. From 2001 to 2019, Dave and his bride Carol lived in Oriental. More about his life here from Town Dock. 1 p.m.

Oriental Farmers Market, by the harbor, 8-11 a.m.

Karaoke at Squidders Bait and Tackle in Vandemere. (Read about Squidders here) 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19

Oriental’s Drummin’ Dragons get together every Sunday afternoon. You’ll find them in Lou Mac Park in Oriental on Sunday afternoons in summer, weather permitting. In inclement weather, they gather at the Oriental United Methodist Fellowship Hall (and possibly for the winter). All are invited – come on by and learn to drum. (They have some spare drums for you to try.) Contact Doug Carmichael at [email protected], 3-4:30 p.m.

MONDAY, APRIL 20

Pamlico County Board of Commissioners meeting, The meeting is in the Patsy Sadler Room in the Courthouse Annex. If there is a larger crowd, the meetings are held in the second floor courtroom. The courthouse is at 202 Main Street, Bayboro, NC 28515. Here are notes from the last meeting. 7 p.m. (bi-monthly)

Oriental Rotary Club meets every Monday at the back room at Brantley’s in Oriental at 6 p.m.

Open Sailing with Bow To Stern every Monday in Oriental. Bow to Stern invites you to come sailing on their fleet of Cape Dory Typhoons. Afterwards, hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks. Let them know you’re coming by registering here. $25 per sailor for the evening. Call 252-249-2424 or email for more information [email protected]. Bow To Stern is at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd – for directions click here, 3 and 5 p.m.

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 6-7 pm at The Oriental United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The Chorale performs in concert at least four times a year, including Spirit of Christmas weekend and opening the Croaker Festival.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21

The UKULELE HOALOHAs of ORIENTAL, better known as the UHOOs, meet most Tuesdays at Oriental United Methodist Church (404 Freemason Street).  New members are welcome to join and should contact Claudia Bemis at [email protected].  We focus on enjoying being together while singing and playing our ukuleles. We periodically perform at events. Beginner class starting up in March. 2-4 p.m.

Pamlico Community Band rehearses every Tuesday at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. For more information contact Chris Mele at 252-626-6928. St. Peter is at 1149 White Farm Road in Oriental, 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22

Open Mic Night at the Silos in Oriental. The music begins at 7 p.m.

Wednesday Night Sail Race on the Neuse near Oriental. Boats rendezvous at Oriental Marker #1SC on each Wednesday for a relatively carefree race around the government marks. Just show up. The race does the “normal” US Sailing countdown. Just like a real race. This allows those new to racing an opportunity to learn and practice the start sequence. Social at the Tiki Bar after the race. Questions? Contact Joe Valinoti – [email protected]. The race starts at 1700 GPS time.

THURSDAY, APRIL 23

PAMLICO PROGRESSIVES INDIVISIBLE, Meets monthly, on the 4th Thursday, 5:00-7: @ Silos downstairs. Join like-minded people to talk about saving democracy, your social security and your country. Come to GOOD COMPANY at Silos, downstairs, eat pizza, meet your neighbors and talk in a safe space.  All party affiliations are welcome. Sponsored by Pamlico Progressives Indivisible.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24

Village Weekend Movie Challenge at the Old Theater in Oriental, NC. Come to the kickoff meeting April 24 at 5:00 PM at The Old Theater: 609 Broad St., Oriental. At the kickoff, you'll be assigned:Your film genre, A required prop, One surprise element. Then your team has the weekend it to write, film, and edit your movie. All movies should be 4–7 minutes long and must be submitted by the deadline. We’ll screen all entries at The Old Theater May 1–3, with awards for: Best Picture (juried) and Audience Favorite. No experience required. Just an idea and a willingness to try something new and fun. Send us a DM or email [email protected] for more information.

The Cycle NC 2026 Coastal Ride returns to Oriental Friday through Sunday, April 24 – 26. The Cycle NC 2026 Coastal Ride is three days of camping and cycling in and around Oriental. Hundreds of cyclists visit Oriental to go on rides ranging from 15 to 100 miles, and spend time in the town. They’ll be riding throughout the county each day, and after their rides, return to Oriental. That weekend, Oriental will become their base camp. Hundreds will literally be camping — sleeping in tents on lawns along the South Avenue waterfront – others will stay in local lodging.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25

Gospel Blues and Rockin’ BBQ Event by Pamlico Arts Council and The Silos Restaurant at the Red Rooster Music Pavilion, behind the Silos in Oriental. Concert is FREE to attend brought to you by Pamlico Arts Council. Gates OPEN at 1p.m.! Food and beverages will be available to purchase - remember to bring cash for the Red Rooster! BBQ will be ready when the gates open. Each BBQ plate includes smoked pork butt, apple pie baked beans, slaw and cornbread. The music starts at 2:30pm where we'll be showcasing multiple bands honoring our musical heritage. 1 p.m.

The Cycle NC 2026 Coastal Ride returns to Oriental Friday through Sunday, April 24 – 26. The Cycle NC 2026 Coastal Ride is three days of camping and cycling in and around Oriental. Hundreds of cyclists visit Oriental to go on rides ranging from 15 to 100 miles, and spend time in the town. They’ll be riding throughout the county each day, and after their rides, return to Oriental. That weekend, Oriental will become their base camp. Hundreds will literally be camping — sleeping in tents on lawns along the South Avenue waterfront – others will stay in local lodging.

Oriental Farmers Market, by the harbor, 8-11 a.m.

Karaoke at Squidders Bait and Tackle in Vandemere. (Read about Squidders here) 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 26

The Cycle NC 2026 Coastal Ride returns to Oriental Friday through Sunday, April 24 – 26. The Cycle NC 2026 Coastal Ride is three days of camping and cycling in and around Oriental. Hundreds of cyclists visit Oriental to go on rides ranging from 15 to 100 miles, and spend time in the town. They’ll be riding throughout the county each day, and after their rides, return to Oriental. That weekend, Oriental will become their base camp. Hundreds will literally be camping — sleeping in tents on lawns along the South Avenue waterfront – others will stay in local lodging.

Oriental’s Drummin’ Dragons get together every Sunday afternoon. You’ll find them in Lou Mac Park in Oriental on Sunday afternoons in summer, weather permitting. In inclement weather, they gather at the Oriental United Methodist Fellowship Hall (and possibly for the winter). All are invited – come on by and learn to drum. (They have some spare drums for you to try.) Contact Doug Carmichael at [email protected], 3-4:30 p.m.

MONDAY, APRIL 27

Oriental Rotary Club meets every Monday at the back room at Brantley’s in Oriental at 6 p.m.

Open Sailing with Bow To Stern every Monday in Oriental. Bow to Stern invites you to come sailing on their fleet of Cape Dory Typhoons. Afterwards, hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks. Let them know you’re coming by registering here. $25 per sailor for the evening. Call 252-249-2424 or email for more information [email protected]. Bow To Stern is at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd – for directions click here, 3 and 5 p.m.

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 6-7 pm at The Oriental United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The Chorale performs in concert at least four times a year, including Spirit of Christmas weekend and opening the Croaker Festival.

TUESDAY, APRIL 28

The UKULELE HOALOHAs of ORIENTAL, better known as the UHOOs, meet most Tuesdays at Oriental United Methodist Church (404 Freemason Street).  New members are welcome to join and should contact Claudia Bemis at [email protected].  We focus on enjoying being together while singing and playing our ukuleles. We periodically perform at events. Beginner class starting up in March. 2-4 p.m.

Pamlico Community Band rehearses every Tuesday at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. For more information contact Chris Mele at 252-626-6928. St. Peter is at 1149 White Farm Road in Oriental, 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29

Open Mic Night at the Silos in Oriental. The music begins at 7 p.m.P

Wednesday Night Sail Race on the Neuse near Oriental. Boats rendezvous at Oriental Marker #1SC on each Wednesday for a relatively carefree race around the government marks. Just show up. The race does the “normal” US Sailing countdown. Just like a real race. This allows those new to racing an opportunity to learn and practice the start sequence. Social at the Tiki Bar after the race. Questions? Contact Joe Valinoti – [email protected]. The race starts at 1700 GPS time.

THURSDAY, APRIL 30

Open jam session at Pamlico Community College, the first and fifth Thursday of every month. It’s open to all. At the PCC Delamar Center Auditorium. PCC is on Hwy 306 between Grantsboro and Arapahoe. All levels welcome. For more info, contact 252-249-1851 ext 3113 [email protected] 6 p.m.

RESOURCES

People living with Parkinson’s Disease in and around Pamlico County now have a support group. Pamlico Parkinson’s Network provides a place to talk, as well as learn what those with PD can do – and what’s being done – to deal with the still-incurable condition. PPN meetings are open not only to people with Parkinson’s but also to those who care for – and about them. For more info, contact Dave at [email protected], Kim at 670-8987

The Pamlico Progressives are a concerned group of citizens who seek to bring about change by focusing on issues that affect our community and by holding elected officials accountable. They seek to let our collective voices be heard to influence positive change. They meet as needed. All are welcome to join them. For more information, follow them on Facebook or call Diane Lemieux at 802-318-1083

Alcoholics Anonymous meets throughout the week at several locations in the area: At Oriental Free Will Baptist Church at 600 Ragan Road in Oriental, Tuesdays at 8p, and again Friday nights at 8p. (2nd brick building on the left).

At Alliance United Methodist Church at 687 Main Street in Bayboro, Thursday at 7:30 pm. (a great meeting for new members).

At St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 402 Freemason Street in Oriental, Sunday at 7 p.m.

“If you want to drink, that’s your business… If you want to stop drinking, that’s ours.” Alcoholics Anonymous New Bern Hotline:(252) 633-3716

Al-Anon – for those worried about someone with a drinking problem – meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 403 Mildred Street in Oriental. It is open to all.

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) – At Oriental Free Will Baptist Church at 600 Ragan Road in Oriental (2nd brick building on left). Open Meeting Tuesdays from 6:30-6:70 p.m. Women’s Group Saturday 6:30p.

Narcotics Anonymous – A group atmosphere which provides help from peers, and offers an on-going support network for addicts who wish to pursue and maintain a drug-free lifestyle. Never Alone – meets Wednesday at 7 pm. at Alliance United Methodist Church, 687 Main Street in Bayboro.

For a list of other meetings in Pamlico County, including Narcotics Anonymous, click here.

The Friends or the Library will participate in this year's chowder cook-off sponsored by the Oriental Women's Club.  The event takes place on Saturday, March 21st.  Please have a look at the attached volunteer needs and email or text Bonnie Cap if you can assist.  [email protected] or 252-626-3559

*The Neuse Neighbors Network (NNN) needs you. NNN is a not-for-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to helping local seniors age in place. NNN volunteers choose the type and timing of the tasks they can help with. There are no fixed commitments and you can meet new people. For more information on volunteering or becoming a member, call 252-665-8807 or email [email protected]

*Vennie Himbry is looking for land or a building to be donated to her non-profit called the Bayboro Development Center to help people who have been incarcerated in the county get back on their feet. Contact Vennie at [email protected]

*Pamlico County Senior Services needs more volunteers to help build handicap access ramps at the homes of some of Pamlico’s older residents. Senior Services provides the materials while volunteers construct one ramp every month. Contact Tom Newman at 252-671-4811 to offer a hand for the next project.

*Pamlico County Fishes And Loaves is collecting canned goods and has a drop-off point inside First Citizens Bank in Oriental. Fishes and Loaves is a cooperative effort of a number of churches and organizations in Pamlico County working to provide food to the hungry.

*Horses of Pamlico is looking for volunteers to visit the horses or help with farm repairs. They would like to have regular volunteers who can commit to at least one day a week. No experience with horses necessary. Must sign a waver. Text Sharon Vandiford for more information, 252-474-7838

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