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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1

Red Cross Blood Drive Pamlico County, Pamlico Community Center, 9 a.m.- 1p.m.

Community Memorial and Group Labyrinth walk. November 1 is All Saints’ Day or All Hallows’ Day in the Christian calendar, and is an opportunity to remember those whom we have loved who have died, and how they have contributed to the people we’ve become. All members of the community are invited to light a candle in memory of those who have died in the past year and join in a brief walk of remembrance on the labyrinth. Questions? Call Pastor Anne at 252-249-0213 or stop by the Bean on Wednesday mornings…she’s usually there. The Labyrinth is located across from Lou Mac Park at the intersection of Freemason St and South St., 5 p.m.

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

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2

Block Builders for Kids at the Pamlico County Public Library (at PCHS), 3 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3

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.

Oriental’s History Museum presents a retrospective of the artwork of Lucille Styron Truitt. Some pieces will be available for sale. Lucille was a self-taught artist. For over 40 years, Lucille painted local landscapes, fishing vessels, harbors, and the coastal fishermen at work. Mayor Sally Truitt Belangia, Lucille’s daughter, will be on hand Saturday, greeting visitors and answering questions about Lucille and her painting career. Lucille’s work will be on display through January 27, as the museum’s Fall Special Exhibit. The Oriental History Museum is at 802 Broad Street. Admission is always free, donations gratefully accepted. For more information about the museum: [email protected], Hours are: Friday 11-3 and Saturday 1-4.

TerryLynn Melody and NC Hwy 55 performs at The New Village Brewery & Taproom in Oriental. BokaNinas Pacific Island Fusion food truck. 5 - 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4

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

Oriental Dragon Boat Festival at River Dunes. Dragon boat Racing has been called “the ultimate team sport” because of its ability to accommodate a wide spectrum of ages and skill levels. Crews vary in makeup, style, intensity, experience, age and purpose. This festival has had racers from 12 to 87. There are Military Men and Women’s Teams, Cancer Survivor Teams, Senior Teams. Youth Teams, Club Teams, NonProfit Teams, Community Teams and Corporate Teams. For those not in the boats, there’s food vendors, live music, kid’s activities, a parade of teams and more. For additional info, or if you’d like to participate on one of the teams, contact organizers at 252-675-9424 or email: [email protected] . The day begins at 8 a.m. with a Captain’s Meeting, followed by opening remarks, a parade of teams and tribute to Bob Parker, the ‘dotting of the eye of the dragon’. Races begin around 9:30 a.m. with the last race ending about 3 p.m. An awards ceremony follows the last race.

The Friends of the Pamlico Library sponsor a BYOB (Bring Your Own Bag) Stock up on your Autumn reading: bring your own bag, fill it full, and pay by donation – there are no set prices. On the evening before – Friday Nov 3, from 4-6p – Friends of the Library Members are invited to the ‘Sip & Search’, a sneak preview of the sale. Refreshments will be available. Held in the FOL annex trailer to the right rear of the Pamlico County Library, at 603 Main Street in Bayboro. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Cycling from Oriental. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00 a.m. 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] 

Hope Clinic and The Red Rooster host the Rock & Roast. Oysters are back for the Rock & Roast – an annual fundraiser for Hope Clinic (Hope Clinic is a non-profit providing free medical care to low-income, uninsured adults and free, outpatient addiction treatment to adults in Pamlico County and surrounding areas.) Come out and get a bucket of oysters, a bowl of stew, and an evening of music by The Southern Hellcats. It starts at 6p and ends when the music stops. There’s also a cash bar and a 50 / 50 raffle. Tickets are $30 per person, on sale at Nautical Wheelers, The Silos, and Hope Clinic, 6 - 9 p.m.

Pamlico Musical Society welcomes traditional Irish singer Seamus Egan, at The Old Theater in Oriental. Tickets to the concert are $25 and are available in Oriental at Nautical Wheelers, 411 Broad Street, in New Bern at Nautical Wheelers, 202A Craven Street, and online at www.pamlicomusic.org, 7:30 p.m.

PCHS Band Competition at Cary High School, Cary, NC. PCHS Performance at 11:30 a.m.

Noah Jackson Cobb at The New Village Brewery & Taproom in Oriental. The Jasmine Tasty Thai food truck will also be present. Noah Jackson Cobb is a rising star in the Eastern North Carolina music scene, writing and performing his own original songs, 5 -7 p.m.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5

Cycling from Oriental. 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] 

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Storytime with author of Pig Small for kids at Pamlico County Public Library Meet Jane Ellen Ingram. (at PCHS), 5 p.m.

Pamlico County Board of Education Meeting, 507 Anderson Dr, Bayboro, NC 28515, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (monthly)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 ELECTION DAY

Oriental Town Commissioners meeting, Town Hall, 8 a.m.

A Caregiver’s Support Group meets the 1st Tuesday of the month, in the coffee room at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Oriental. All caregivers invited. Contact Ann Clement, [email protected], 1 p.m.

McDonalds Proceeds Night, McDonalds in Grantsboro will donate 20% of their sales to the new public library building fund, 4 - 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8

Chair Yoga at the Pamlico County Public Library, PCHS, 10 a.m.

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

Mystery Book Club at the Pamlico County Public Library, Each month we discuss a novel chosen from the winners of the Edgar Award.  The Edgar Awards are named after Edgar Allen Poe.  They were established in 1954 and are the premier awards for mystery writing each year. This month, Live by Night by Dennis Lehane, 5 p.m.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9

Teen Craft Corner at the Pamlico County Public Library. This event is intended for teens and young adults. This month we will make slime, 3 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10

McWilliams, Hoff & Bailey performs at The New Village Brewery & Taproom in Oriental, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11  VETERANS DAY

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

Celebrate Veteran’s Day in Pamlico County with gifts, live music, free raffle tickets, and a drive-thru Fried Chicken Dinner. Veterans, spouses, and caregivers are welcome. Fred A. Anderson Elementary School is at 515 Anderson Dr, Bayboro, NC, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Cycling from Oriental. 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] 

The Oriental Woman’s Club sponsors the Bakery Boutique and Fine Arts and Craft Show. Cookies by the pound, individually packaged tea breads, cakes, pies, preserves, and more. Find wood crafts, jewelry, pottery, fabric creations, paper and metal artworks and more in the Fine Arts and Craft section. Also, author book signing by Joan Aubele. Want to be a vendor? Request an application by emailing [email protected]. The Oriental Woman’s Club is located at 1007 Gilgo Rd in Oriental, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Family Movie Matinee at Pamlico County Public Library, Bring some snacks, your favorite blanket, and get cozy in the library for a movie. Movie rated PG. Popcorn provided. Call the library at (252) 745-3515 for more information. We recommend registering for this program in advance by calling or email [email protected] , 11 a.m.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12

Cycling from Oriental. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00 a.m. 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] 

The Pamlico Musical Society presents a performance by John Bullard - SOLD OUT PLEASE CALL 252-617-2125 TO BE PUT ON WAITLIST at River Dunes in Oriental. Over the course of his performing and recording career, John Bullard has invited audiences to share in a transformative revelation: to experience the artistic marriage of banjo and classical music, 4 p.m.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13

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

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15

Anime-Manga Appreciation for Kids at the Pamlico County Public Library (ages 8-13) Feel free to bring something to share with the group like trading cards, your favorite series, your favorite drawing, etc. We will play an Anime-Manga game, try food that is often showcased in Anime-Manga, and more. When the program is over you can browse our extensive Anime-Manga collection and take some books home! This month we will make our own trading cards! For even more fun, bring your own card collection for show and tell, 5 p.m.

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

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16

Loom Club for Kids & Teens at the Pamlico County Public Library (Recommended for ages 7+) This program is great for those who already love to make loom masterpieces, or those who would like to learn, 3 p.m.

Into the Fog performs at The New Village Brewery & Taproom in Oriental, 5 - 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17

Teen Gaming Time at the Pamlico County Public Library (ages 13-19) Come to the library to play on our Nintendo Switch or Wii. We have a variety of games for you and your friends to choose from. You can bring your own device and games. We also have a wide selection of board games available, 3 p.m.

Patrick Bliss performs at The New Village Brewery & Taproom in Oriental, 5 - 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18

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

Cycling from Oriental. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00 a.m. 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] 

Princess Bride trivia at The New Village Brewery and Taphouse. Come help us celebrate one of the best movies ever! Dress up as your favorite character and come reenact your favorite scene. Movie trivia with Emily. Here's a website with the script if you want to study your lines! http://fringe.davesource.com/.../The_Princess_Bride.html , 3 p.m.-until As you wish!

The Friends of the Pamlico Library presents a Local Artisan Craft Show at the Library, 11 a.m.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Cycling from Oriental. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00 a.m. 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] 

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20

Pamlico County Board of Commissioners meeting, Courtroom on the second floor of the Pamlico County Courthouse, Bayboro, 7 p.m. (bi-monthly)

Town Hall meeting with the Pamlico County School District held at West Branch Missionary Baptist Church on Neal’s Creek Rd. Presenters will be Superintendent Dr. Jeremy Johnson, the Central Office staff and school principals. Hosted by the Pamlico County chapter of the NAACP. The public is invited to attend, 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22

Chair Yoga at the Pamlico County Public Library, PCHS, 10 a.m.

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

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23 THANKSGIVING

Oriental’s Thanksgiving morning bike ride. The leisurely route follows the waterfront, visits the boatyards and a few of the marinas in the town limits and swings down Midyette Street and back to the harbor. No registration necessary. Just show up by the Town Dock (across from The Bean) at 9 a.m.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24  NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE DAY

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25

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

Cycling from Oriental. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00 a.m. 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] 

Mad Fiddler performs at The New Village Brewery & Taproom in Oriental, 3 - 6 p.m.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26

Cycling from Oriental. In the fall, the start time switches to 10:00 am. 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] 

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27

Teddy Bear Picnic at the Pamlico County Public Library. Join Mrs. Fran and Friends for a Teddy Bear Picnic at the library! This evening Story time and craft is sure to be a bear-y good time, 5 p.m.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28

CPR Training at Pamlico Partnership for Children, 702A Main St., Bayboro. $75 for card. Call to reserve space 252-745-7850. Class size is limited, 6 p.m.

Pamlico County High School Basketball (4 games)v/s West Carteret @ Home, 4 p.m.

Arapahoe Charter School Basketball game vs. Epiphany

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29

Trendy Reads Book Club at Pamlico County Public Library. With a special ask the author section. Author Ginney Kochis will join us via video call for this month's book club. This month we will read a book by a local author. The author will provide discussion questions and answer questions for book club participants. Please submit your questions  November Pick: Blink and We’ll Miss It By Local Author Ginny Kochis, 5 p.m.

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

RESOURCES

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.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

*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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