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October 2024 Events, Resources and Volunteer Opportunities in Pamlico County, NC

October 2024 Events, Resources and Volunteer Opportunities in Pamlico County, NC

Andrea Bruce
September 30, 2024

The view from Oriental, NC.

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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Who Lived in Pamlico County First? Native Americans of Pamlico County, a new exhibit open at Oriental's History Museum.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1

Who Lived in Pamlico County First? Native Americans of Pamlico County, a new exhibit open at Oriental's History Museum. Native Americans of the Algonquian tribes lived in this area long before white men came to these shores. The Museum's new exhibit explores their history, culture, and living environment. On display will be our collection of artifacts coming mostly from the shores of the Neuse River, tossed up during storms and collected by local residents.This exhibit will run through mid January 2025. Oriental's History Museum is located at 802 Broad Street. Hours are: Friday 11-3, Saturday 1-4. Admission is always free, donations gratefully accepted. For more information contact us: [email protected].

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.

Pamlico County Band Booster Fundraiser. They are offering Chill Cups in different styles and colors. Free engraving with your choice of 3 different designs or you don't have to get a design. To order see any band booster member or band student. You can also message on here and we can take your order. Orders will be mailed to the band boosters, and we will contact you to arrange pickup. Preferred payment method is through Venmo. Through Oct. 15.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2

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, OCTOBER 3

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

10th Annual Ol’ Front Porch Music Festival in Oriental. Walk around town and hear dozens of musicians playing on porches in Oriental. Cap the Saturday off with a band headlining on the Riverfront Stage near Lou Mac Park.

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.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

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

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

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

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, OCTOBER 7

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

Pamlico County Board of Commissioners meeting, The meeting is in the Patsy Sadler Room at 7p, 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)

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 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.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8

Fall Title 1 Night at Pamlico County Middle School, Book Fair and Bingo, 5-6:30 p.m.

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

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9

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

PCHS Soccer vs. Lejeune (Home) 6 PM – 8 PM

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10

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

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.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN NC

The 2024 Oriental Cup Regatta out on the Neuse. The Cup continues as a cooperative effort between Oriental’s three sailing clubs: ODC, SCOO & NSA. Register at the Cup web site: orientalcupregatta.com.

PCHS Homecoming Football vs. Southside 7 PM – 9 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12

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

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

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13

The One-Off Book Club meets the 2nd Monday of every month at the Perry Griffin Foundation House in Oriental.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 14

NAACP monthly meeting, 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. 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. 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.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16

Join Neuse Neighbors Network & Prime Time at Arlington Place for a ‘Friendraiser.’ Arlington Place Clubhouse, 35 Loblolly Lane, Minnesott Beach. Kick back, grab a beverage & a bite to eat. Bring a friend or make a new one. Discover how Neuse Neighbors Network and Prime Time work together to make the community stronger, healthier & happier. Donations in support of Neuse Neighbors Network’s Sponsorship Fund and Prime Time’s programming and services are welcome, 4-6 p.m.

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

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 EARLY VOTING OCT 17-NOV 2

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]

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18

B&B Yacht Designs hosts their annual Messabout at the B&B Design Workshop. Boaters with B&B designed vessels get together, sail, and talk boats for the weekend. FREE for the messabout, and $15 per person if you want join Friday night at Little Italy (kids under 12 free). Otherwise you pay your own food and accommodations; B&B provides the water, the dock, the space and Saturday’s lunch. (BYOB, they provide sodas). The workshop is at 342 Chapel Creek, Dr Bayboro, NC 28515.

Oriental United Methodist Church 1st Annual Wing & a Prayer BBQ Chicken Dinner and Bake Sale, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19

The 3rd Annual Todd Willis Open: Speckled Trout Tournament created to honor a husband, father and great friend. Proceeds go to a trust setup for Todd's son, Colton. The funds will be used to help Colton pursue his educational endeavors once he graduates High School. At the Vandemere Waterfront Park, 6:45 a.m.

B&B Yacht Designs hosts their annual Messabout at the B&B Design Workshop. Boaters with B&B designed vessels get together, sail, and talk boats for the weekend. FREE for the messabout, and $15 per person if you want join Friday night at Little Italy (kids under 12 free). Otherwise you pay your own food and accommodations; B&B provides the water, the dock, the space and Saturday’s lunch. (BYOB, they provide sodas). The workshop is at 342 Chapel Creek, Dr Bayboro, NC 28515.

Rise and Shine Empowerment Day. All ladies are welcome. Tickets are $30 each and can be purchased by visiting the link below. Lunch and other goodies are included. Camp Seafarer. Guest Speakers are Pastor Sandy Quinonez, Jen Robson, Elder Judy Pierce, 10 a.m.-3 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 (just a few steps from the harbor), 2-5 p.m.

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

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

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21

Pamlico County Board of Commissioners meeting, The meeting is in the Patsy Sadler Room at 7p, 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)

War Game is real-life political thriller set on January 6, 2025. Free screening, Oriental Town Hall. Sponsored by Pamlico Progressives, 7 p.m.

PCHS Soccer vs. East Carteret (Home) 6 PM – 8 PM

War Game is real-life political thriller set on January 6, 2025. Free screening, Oriental Town Hall. Sponsored by Pamlico Progressives, 7 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22

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 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.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23

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

PCHS Soccer vs. Ayden (Home) 6 PM – 8 PM

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

PCHS Senior Night Football vs. East Carteret (Home) 7 PM – 9 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

Try a lot of chili and help the Old Theater raise funds. The 16th Annual Chili Cook-off is Saturday, Oct 26 from 11a – 1p at the Oriental Marina & Inn on the harbor in Oriental. For more information or if you would like to participate as a Chef, Volunteer, or Sponsor, please contact the Old Theater: 919-221-5362 or [email protected].

Ride for Parkinson’s Research in the 9th Annual Bernin’ to the Beach. This year’s theme is ‘Everything Fox’. All proceeds go to the Michael J. Fox Foundation in support of a cure. Registration is open now. Be one of 100 bicyclists riding 40 miles from New Bern to Atlantic Beach, raising funds to help find a cure. The ride is fully supported from start to finish, with 2 rest stops along the way, police escort, lots of snacks and hydration, lots of volunteers, and lunch on the pier at Doubletree Atlantic Beach. The KICK-OFF PARTY is Oct 25 at the Flying Fox in downtown New Bern, 5p-8p. Swag bag pick up, raffles, and live music. Registration and more information at this link.

The 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 28515 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. See you there! (Each seat requires a ticket) Tickets are $30—$35, 1 p.m.

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

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

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27

MONDAY, OCTOBER 28

PCHS Football vs. Ayden-Grifton (Home) 6 PM – 8 PM

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

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

PCHS Soccer vs. Jones (Home) 6 PM – 8 PM

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31 HALLOWEEN

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 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

*Prime Time Needs Volunteers for Ol’ Front Porch Music Festival : Meal Preparation & Serving. Prime Time will again be serving its delicious Cuban Black Beans & Rice at the OFPMF (Friday October 4 & Saturday October 5). We need volunteers for multiple tasks: advance food preparation, loading & unloading of supplies, working in the food tent and clean-up. We are also asking for donations of baked items and beverages.

To volunteer for one or more of these positions or to donate items, please contact:

Debora Steenson – 252-675-0909 or [email protected] or

Sharon Stephenson – 919-414-7719 or [email protected]

Thanks for any help you can provide to make this a successful fund-raising event for Prime Time.

*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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