August 2024 Events, Resources and Volunteer Opportunities in Pamlico County

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 group of resources and volunteer opportunities. If you have something to include or see a needed correction, please email: [email protected]

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 1

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2

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.

Mac the Swamp Donkey performs at The New Village Brewery in Oriental, 5:30 p.m.

Mike Bramble at The Red Rooster Pavilion in Oriental on the Bantam Stage. Cash bar and order dinner on the Silos’ Chow Now app. The Red Rooster is behind The Silos on the Broad Street extension in Oriental, 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3

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

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30 a.m. from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. Saturday’s ride is about ten miles, at a conversational pace. Those who wish to can continue on a longer route at a faster pace in a single paceline format Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected] 8:30 a.m

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

Terra Tones performs at The New Village Brewery in Oriental, 6-8 p.m.

The Old Theater presents Fogo No Trio, a Brazilian musical trio founded by North Carolina violinist / fiddler Andrew Finn Magill. Tickets are $25 ($20 for Old Theater members, military, and students with ID) and may be purchased online here or at Nautical Wheelers at 411 Broad St. Tickets for sold-out shows may become available at the door last minute. Check at the box office at 6:30p. Doors open at 70p. For more information, call 252-249-0477, 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30am from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. The Sunday ride is fast, with pace and distance decided by the riders, usually between 15-17 mph for 25-30 miles in a single paceline format. Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected]

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.) Have questions before you go? Contact Doug Carmichael at [email protected], 3-4:30 p.m.

Karaoke at The New Village Brewery in Oriental, 4 p.m.

MONDAY, AUGUST 5

Pamlico County Board of Education Meeting, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (monthly)

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

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 4 – 5:30 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.

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. Not sure how to sail? They’ll pair you with an experienced sailor. Afterwards, hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks. Check in and get your boat assignment at 5 p.m., leave the docks at 5:30 p.m. Return at 7:30 p.m. for refreshments and socializing. (Bring a snack and drink to share). 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.

Arapahoe Charter School Cross Country Try-outs. 5-6 p.m.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 6

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.

Arapahoe Charter School Cross Country Try-outs. 5-6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7

PCHS Volleyball Scrimmage vs. New Bern (Home) 5 PM – 7 PM

Wednesday Night Sail Race. 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. Which ever is more upwind, Garbacon or Adam’s Creek, is the weather mark, round the other as the leeward mark and finish at Oriental 1. VHF Channel 78a for communications. Social at the Tiki Bar after the race. Contact Joe Valinoti – [email protected]. The race starts at 5:30 p.m.

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

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9

The Old Theater Production Company holds auditions for the comedy Life Goes On. Auditions are Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. at The Old Theater. Life Goes On is a comedy written by Oriental resident, retired Judge James Ragan. Directed by Per Erichson. Performance dates: November 7-10, 2024. Rehearsals twice weekly starting August 13. If you’d like to audition, RSVP to Per Erichson at [email protected] or call 252-571-1458.

PCHS Midnight Madness Football Event 5 PM – 10 PM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10

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

DragonBoat Festival at River Dunes. The Dragonboat teams “paddle” to raise funds to support the work of local nonprofits. 9:45 a.m.

Kelly Twinz 2nd Annual Gospel Explosion. The Kelly Twinz are back with an even bigger lineup of talented gospel artists ready to fill the air with praise. This in person event will be held at 601 Main St, Bayboro, NC. So mark your calendars and invite your friends and family for a night you won't forget. Let's come together to celebrate faith, love, and the joy of gospel music. Tickets here. 3-6 p.m.

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30 a.m. from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. Saturday’s ride is about ten miles, at a conversational pace. Those who wish to can continue on a longer route at a faster pace in a single paceline format Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected] 8:30 a.m.

Pamlico County Library Book Sale, monthly book sales at the white trailer (annex) located behind the current library. We will be open from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the second Saturday of each month. Take as many books as you wish and donate what you can...no set prices. We look forward to seeing you! 10-2 p.m.

The Old Theater Production Company holds auditions for the comedy Life Goes On. Auditions are Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. at The Old Theater. Life Goes On is a comedy written by Oriental resident, retired Judge James Ragan. Directed by Per Erichson. Performance dates: November 7-10, 2024. Rehearsals twice weekly starting August 13. If you’d like to audition, RSVP to Per Erichson at [email protected] or call 252-571-1458.

Join the Oriental Dinghy Club (ODC) on the water. Saturday is the PHRF race, for large keelboat racing. Register at the ODC website or contact Commodore Bob Slook for more information: [email protected], 1 p.m.

Enjoy a preview of the Ol’ Front Porch Music Festival Fundraiser with music from Harbor Sounds and Laurelyn Dossett at New Village Brewery, from 5-8 p.m.

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 11

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30am from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. The Sunday ride is fast, with pace and distance decided by the riders, usually between 15-17 mph for 25-30 miles in a single paceline format. Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected]

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.) Have questions before you go? Contact Doug Carmichael at [email protected], 3-4:30 p.m.

Join the Oriental Dinghy Club (ODC) on the water. Sunday, it’s dinghy racing. Boats smaller than 20’ like: Sunfish, Lasers, Wayfarers, FJs, 420s, Vanguards and any other centerboard/ dagger board boats 20’ or less. Register at the ODC website or contact Commodore Bob Slook for more information: [email protected], 1 p.m.

MONDAY, AUGUST 12

NAACP monthly meeting, Senior Service Building in Alliance, 6 p.m.

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 4 – 5:30 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.

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. Not sure how to sail? They’ll pair you with an experienced sailor. Afterwards, hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks. Check in and get your boat assignment at 5 p.m., leave the docks at 5:30 p.m. Return at 7:30 p.m. for refreshments and socializing. (Bring a snack and drink to share). 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.

The One-Off Book Club meets at 4 p.m., at the Perry Griffin Foundation House, 300 High Street, Oriental. Nelda Coats and Nancy Piner invite you to join them in the continuing discussion of Wake Up Grateful, The Transformative Practice of Taking Nothing for Granted, by Kristi Nelson.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 13

Oriental Town Commissioners meeting, Town Hall. Open to the public, 6 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.

PCHS Volleyball vs. Croatan (Home) 4:30 PM – 7 PM

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14

Mystery Book Club, Pamlico County Library (PCHS), 5 p.m.

Wednesday Night Sail Race. 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. Which ever is more upwind, Garbacon or Adam’s Creek, is the weather mark, round the other as the leeward mark and finish at Oriental 1. VHF Channel 78a for communications. Social at the Tiki Bar after the race. Contact Joe Valinoti – [email protected]. The race starts at 5:30 p.m.

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

PCHS Volleyball vs. West Craven (Home) 4:30 PM

PCHS Cross Country vs. South Lenoir (Home) 6 PM – 7:30 PM

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15

The Pamlico County Democratic Party meets ‘virtually’ on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. For more information on attending, email [email protected]

Open jam session at Pamlico Community College, open to all. Bring your instrument – or voice – or maybe only a chair to just come to listen to the harmonies. It all happens in PCC’s Delamar Center Auditorium. PCC is on Hwy 306 between Grantsboro and Arapahoe. For more info, contact Denise McDermott 252-249-1851 ext 3113 [email protected]. 6 p.m.

The Pamlico Partners for Democracy hold a public forum at the Pamlico County Courthouse. Constitutional scholar & author Gene Nichol presents on Challenges to Democracy & Equality. All are invited. Nichol is an award winning scholar and author. He author of three books on North Carolina politics and society. Pamlico Partners for Democracy strive to be a calm and reflective non-partisan voice advocating for a just and fair democracy that follows the rule of law with loyalty to the Constitution. Pamlico County Courthouse is at 202 Main Street in Bayboro, NC, 7 p.m.

PCHS Volleyball vs. West Craven (Home) 7 AM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17

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

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30 a.m. from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. Saturday’s ride is about ten miles, at a conversational pace. Those who wish to can continue on a longer route at a faster pace in a single paceline format Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected] 8:30 a.m

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 18

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30am from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. The Sunday ride is fast, with pace and distance decided by the riders, usually between 15-17 mph for 25-30 miles in a single paceline format. Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected]

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.) Have questions before you go? Contact Doug Carmichael at [email protected], 3-4:30 p.m.

MONDAY, AUGUST 19

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

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 4 – 5:30 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.

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. Not sure how to sail? They’ll pair you with an experienced sailor. Afterwards, hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks. Check in and get your boat assignment at 5 p.m., leave the docks at 5:30 p.m. Return at 7:30 p.m. for refreshments and socializing. (Bring a snack and drink to share). 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.

PCHS Soccer vs. West Craven (Home) 6 PM – 8 PM

TUESDAY, AUGUST 20

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.

PCHS Volleyball vs. North Lenoir (Home) 4:30 PM – 7 PM

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21

Wednesday Night Sail Race. 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. Which ever is more upwind, Garbacon or Adam’s Creek, is the weather mark, round the other as the leeward mark and finish at Oriental 1. VHF Channel 78a for communications. Social at the Tiki Bar after the race. Contact Joe Valinoti – [email protected]. The race starts at 5:30 p.m.

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

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23

PCHS Football vs. West Craven (Home) 7 PM – 9 PM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24

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

Free Mammogram Screening at the Pamlico County Health Department, 203 North St., Bayboro, 9 a.m. -2 p.m.

Oriental United Women in Faith Annual Breakfast,The annual OUWF Breakfast will be held at Brantley’s hosted by the Sand Dollar Circle. Our guest speaker this year will be Andrea Bruce, Photographer and Educator. The program will be Women and their Journey of Faith and Hope in Conflict. Andrea has lived in Jerusalem, Iraq, Afghanistan and Mexico City. She will be sharing slides and stories on the lives of the women living in these locales during time of war and conflict. The cost is $15 per person. Registration required.  You can do so by stopping in the church office or calling Freda. If paying by check, make the check payable to OUMW, 9 a.m.

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30 a.m. from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. Saturday’s ride is about ten miles, at a conversational pace. Those who wish to can continue on a longer route at a faster pace in a single paceline format Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected] 8:30 a.m

Nautical Wheelers in Oriental invites you to a South African Braai. Enjoy a South African Braai (similar to a BBQ) with Bobby Wallace, winemaker at Off The Record Wines. This is a special ticketed event. More information coming. Find Nautical Wheelers at 411 Broad Street in Oriental. 252-249-0359.

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 25

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30am from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. The Sunday ride is fast, with pace and distance decided by the riders, usually between 15-17 mph for 25-30 miles in a single paceline format. Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected]

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.) Have questions before you go? Contact Doug Carmichael at [email protected], 3-4:30 p.m.

MONDAY, AUGUST 26

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 4 – 5:30 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.

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. Not sure how to sail? They’ll pair you with an experienced sailor. Afterwards, hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks. Check in and get your boat assignment at 5 p.m., leave the docks at 5:30 p.m. Return at 7:30 p.m. for refreshments and socializing. (Bring a snack and drink to share). 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.

The Gathering, at The Bean in Oriental. You’re invited to check out The Gathering – a new group sponsored by Oriental United Methodist Church to make space for community and conversation in a non-traditional setting. There’s no hard sell – just a place to gather and talk. Call 252-249-0213 or email [email protected]. 6 p.m.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 27

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.

The Pamlico County Republican Party meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month in the Pamlico County Courthouse Annex Room in Bayboro. All are welcome to attend. For more information visit PamlicoGOP.com or call Chairman Dave Wickersham @ 252-269-4101, 6:30 p.m.

PCHS Volleyball vs. Beargrass (Home) 4:30 PM – 7 PM

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28

Wednesday Night Sail Race. 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. Which ever is more upwind, Garbacon or Adam’s Creek, is the weather mark, round the other as the leeward mark and finish at Oriental 1. VHF Channel 78a for communications. Social at the Tiki Bar after the race. Contact Joe Valinoti – [email protected]. The race starts at 5:30 p.m.

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

THURSDAY, AUGUST 29

Open jam session at Pamlico Community College, open to all. Bring your instrument – or voice – or maybe only a chair to just come to listen to the harmonies. It all happens in PCC’s Delamar Center Auditorium. PCC is on Hwy 306 between Grantsboro and Arapahoe. For more info, contact Denise McDermott 252-249-1851 ext 3113 [email protected]. 6 p.m.

PCHS Volleyball vs. West Carteret (Home) 4:30 PM – 7 PM

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30

Before the Pirate Jam, hang out and watch movies with the pirates at the Red Rooster. Watch The Goonies, enjoy the Pirate Comedy Show, and get your pirate portrait done by mixed media artist Irene Goley. Dress up in your pirate best and compete in the costume contest. Winners for best kids & adults costumes. Movie starts at sundown. Entry is free. Enjoy free popcorn, or order from the Silos. The Red Rooster is behind The Silos Restaurant on Broad Street in Oriental. Sponsored in part by the Pamlico County Arts Council, Gates open at 5 p.m.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31

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

The historic Holt’s Chapel Community Center is holding an Open House Featuring a photo exhibition from the YNTO Snapshots on County Sports. Read about this former Rosenwald school here. 136 Janeiro Rd in Oriental, 1 p.m.

Cycling from Oriental. Rides start at 8:30 a.m. from the Bean from spring to fall, as the weather permits. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00am. Saturday’s ride is about ten miles, at a conversational pace. Those who wish to can continue on a longer route at a faster pace in a single paceline format Just show up with bike and helmet and you’re off! Questions? Contact Keith Gapen at [email protected] 8:30 a.m

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

The Pirate Jam is on the water in front of Teach’s Point in Oriental. Paddle or row, power or sail to Teach’s Point (also called Dewey Point) where Smith and Greens Creek meet to listen – and lounge – from your own vessel. No attendance by land is allowed as the bands are based on private property. Pirate Jam is sponsored by the Pamlico County Arts Council, a 501©3 non-profit committed to bringing diverse arts to Pamlico County, Music begins around 1 p.m.

The Provision Company hosts a beer tasting. Two Raleigh area breweries are bringing their brews to Oriental: Birdsong Brewery and R&D Brewing Company. The Provision Company is at 305 Hodges Street at the corner of South Water in Oriental (just a few steps from the harbor), 2-5 p.m.

RESOURCES

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 Pamlico Survivors of Suicide Support Group (SOS) is a free support group for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide. Whether it happened recently or decades ago, all are welcome to attend these sessions which are led by experienced counselors. Contact Branson Dunn at 304-839-4131 [email protected] or Katherine Hudson at 252-745-4510 for information about the date, time and location of the next group meeting.

*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

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

*Volunteers needed for the 10^th Annual Ol’ Front Porch Music Festival October 4-5, 2024. Recruiting volunteers NOW at  https://olfrontporch.org/fyi/get-involved

*Cultural and Life Enrichment Instructors Wanted! Spread your knowledge, showcase your talents, enhance your community’s experiences, spark a desire, and share a joy…If you would enjoy sharing a talent, hobby or skill with enthusiastic students who are often of like mind and vast experiences themselves, then… Come on down to Pamlico Community College and be a part of a stress-free and fulfilling experience! Please contact us – 252.249.1851 x3113 or [email protected]

*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]

*Child Advocates Needed: The NC Guardian ad Litem Program for Judicial District 3B (Carteret, Craven and Pamlico Counties) is recruiting volunteer Guardian ad Litem Child Advocates. We provide training and support for this important role as the "voice of the child" in court. When a petition has been filed alleging that a child has been abused or neglected, the Guardian ad Litem Child Advocate is appointed by the Judge to do an independent investigation of the child's circumstances, get to know the child and their wishes, and provide information in court about what is truly in that child's best interest. To learn more about how you can make a difference in the life of a child, go to www.volunteerforgal.org or call us at 252-639-3232.

*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 led by Tim Balfour construct one ramp every month. Contact Tim at 745-3247 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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