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Friday, July 18, 2008
Wayne Newton’s Former Mansion is “Star” of Before-and-After Home Renovation
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-- “The Designer House at Bayside Manor” is unique fundraiser for Arts of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City, N.C --
(Elizabeth City, N.C., July 18, 2008) – Will Wayne Newton’s former residence exude more of an antebellum air or Vegas-style vibe? Interior design followers will decide when Arts of the Albemarle opens “The Designer House at Bayside Manor” during a gala preview Aug. 1 and for daily tours Aug. 3-17 in Elizabeth City.
Dating to 1856, Bayside Manor was built by Christopher Wilson Hollowell, whose family owned it until 1988. From 1988 to 1996, Las Vegas entertainer Wayne Newton owned the home, but never lived there. The mansion has long been a famous landmark in Elizabeth City.
When the home’s current owners, the Aylsworth family, decided to sell, they approached a local interior design firm about staging the home. Wright Designer owner Holly Wright and fellow designer Camilla Hull had always wanted to create a design home. They believed a fundraising event for Elizabeth City’s Arts of the Albemarle seemed just the ticket.
“Obviously, we’re thrilled,” said Lisa Winslow, executive director of Arts of the Albemarle, a not-for-profit organization which supports the arts in Pasquotank County with a dedicated gallery space and by hosting annual art shows, children’s programs in schools and special events. “This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the region’s many talented interior designers, while supporting the arts in Elizabeth City.”
Wright contracted with 15 North Carolina and Virginia interior designers, artisans and landscape architects to transform the 5,000 square-foot Greek revival mansion into a design showcase.
When the renovation is completed, Bayside Manor will feature 18 refurbished and decorated design areas, including a grand foyer, gentlemen’s library and a fantasy playroom, among other rooms. A Northeastern High School student, with help from her teacher, is redesigning one area of the home as a senior project.
The gala preview, Aug. 1, will feature live music by the jazz ensemble Connected, food by Montero’s restaurant and spirits by The City Wine Sellar. Tickets for the gala are $100 each and can be purchased by calling at (252) 330-1333 or Arts of the Albemarle at (252) 338-6455. Gala guests will have the opportunity to meet the designers and discuss their work.
From Aug. 3 – 17, “The Designer House at Bayside Manor” tours will be held Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 12 to 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door and can be purchased in advance for $12 by calling Arts of the Albemarle at (252) 330-1333. A two-week pass is also available for $24 and allows ticket holders access to such special on-site events as a fashion show, butterfly gardening workshop and a harp concert. The boutique at Bayside will feature a “garden theme” displaying original paintings, prints, photography and handcrafts for purchase by Arts of the Albemarle artists and craftsman. For additional information go to www.BaysideManorTour.com.
Newton, known for such hit songs as “Daddy Don’t You Walk So Fast,” and “Danke Schoen” is the honorary chairman of the committee, but will not be present at the preview gala. His Web site notes he will be performing that evening at the MGM Grand.
The Elizabeth City Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is offering a special Bayside Designer House Getaway package Aug. 3-17. Rates start at $180 (plus tax) for a two-night stay based on double occupancy. The package includes accommodations and two tickets to the Designer House tour. When booking, guests may add on a horse-drawn carriage tour of the Elizabeth City waterfront and dining reservations. For details, call the Elizabeth City Area Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-866-ECity-4U (1-866-324-8948) or (252) 335-5330 or go to www.DiscoverElizabethCity.com.
Proceeds from “The Designer House at Bayside Manor” ticket sales will benefit Arts of the Albemarle. The not-for-profit arts organization will soon relocate to an expanded, three-story building across the street from its current Elizabeth City location. With five times the space, the new facility will feature a 10,000 square-foot gallery, meeting and banquet space, a catering kitchen, classrooms and a small theater.
Elizabeth City is located in northeastern North Carolina on the Pasquotank River, halfway between Norfolk, Va., and the Outer Banks. Elizabeth City has six National Register Historic Districts and is home to the Museum of the Albemarle, Arts of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City State University Planetarium and Port Discover Hands-on Science Center. Nature-based travelers are drawn to the area’s proximity to the Dismal Swamp and the abundance of outdoor recreational offerings.
Page After Page Bookstore Monthly Update
News from the Page After Page Bookstore -Our For the Love of Books Literary event was a great success - a wonderful time was had by all the authors and guests - thank you for your support and participation - We have signed stock left on all the authors books - drop by and see our display - We also have the cute For the Love of Books tote bags on sale as well.
A special thanks to Rosie Hale who was wonderful at face painting for the kids as well as some of the adults during the festival.
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We have a display of recommended beach reads for your summer pleasure - wish we were there - seems many reading Nights in Rodanthe before the movie comes out in September !!! Great romantic read by one of our favorites Nicolas Sparks.
Store Events:
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Saturday July 19th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - Judy Moody Day!! A celebration of the hilarious, award-winning Judy Moody Series by Megan McDonald. Join in our Judy Moody Treasure Hunt and activities.
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Saturday July 26th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - Pirate Event!!! Come be a pirate at our swashbuckling event. You’ll have tons of fun reading like a pirate and doing pirate activities.
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Thursday July 31st, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm - Princess Party!! Come learn all about being a Princess!! We will read stories, have refreshments and make your very own tiara!! Don’t forget to dress as your favorite princess!
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Saturday August 9th, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - Train Event!! All aboard the Page After Page Train - join our conductor as you journey on a train through books. Activities include reading, crafts, tons of fun and a snack.
Pre-registration is required. Each children event is $5.00.
Call the store for more information—252-335-PAGE(7243).
Author's Signings
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Thursday August 14th, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Author Signing - The Great Hurricanes of North Carolina by John Hairr's. Mr Hairr will be on hand to discuss and sign his latest book - the history of Hurricanes in NC from 1775 to present day. (just in time for our season!!)
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Friday August 15th, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Author Signing - Buying Time for Heritage: How to Save an Engangered Historic Property by Myrick Howard - Mr Howard will be on hand to discuss and sign his latest book about saving the endangered properties and encouragement of downtown revitalization projects.
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Saturday August 16th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm - Bayside Manor - Page After Page will be hosting an Author Signing with Mr Myrick Howard at the Bayside Manor Designer open house. For details on events at the manor - please click the link: http://www.baysidemanortour.com/events2.html
Please call the store to reserve your copies - 252-335-PAGE(7243)
Resuming on Thursday September 18th - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Come share your poems - If you would like to be featured, call the store. Its a great night out to share your poems or enjoy listening to others.
Knitting Group - Tuesday First and Third Tuesday of each month - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Come join the fun and learn/continue your knitting projects!!
Writers Group - Tuesday August 12th at 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Reading Group - Thursday September 25th at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Our book choice is - Bless Me Ultima, by Rudolfo Anaya - this is a sponsored read with our local library - let us know if we can help you get the book.
Check out this link - it takes about 15-20 minutes to view - but it is quite interesting - www.storyofstuff.com/index.html
They have added a new display to the store - Staff Reads - check out their ever changing display of what our staff is reading now!!! Ask their staff and we can always suggest a good book or two!!
The Host by Stephanie Meyer - gotta read it -
The Pillars of the Earth - Ken Folliet -
Twilight series - unbelievable!!
Belong to Me
History of Love
What Happened
Goodnight Bush
For more information on Page After Page Bookstore and their events please call 252-335-PAGE (7243) or check out their website or check out their myspace page.
Page After Page STOREWIDE CLEARANCE SALE
IS IT CHRISTMAS IN JULY??? IT IS IN YOUR BOOKSTORE!!! COME AND ENJOY OUR STOREWIDE CLEARANCE SALES!!! SALES LAST UNTIL JULY 31st. 25-40% off all clearance items. Children's special - buy one get one 50% off - **Selected Titles - such as, Berenstein Bears, Junie B Jones, Captn Underpants, Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew & more!! Take advantage of these great summer sales!!For more information please call Page After Page Bookstore at 252-335-7243.
US Army Corps of Engineers - DSC Public Notice
July 16, 2008 - Beginning July 23, 2008 and until further notice, the locks at Deep Creek, Virginia and South Mills, North Carolina, will be operated only at 9:00 am and 3:00 pm, 7 days a week. The drawbridges adjacent to these locations will be operated in coordination with the locks.
The operating hours are being reduced from 4 per day to 2 per day due to limited rainfall, pumping operations to control the Dismal Swamp fire, and subsequent low water levels in Lake Drummond and the Dismal Swamp. This action is being taken in coordination with the Fish and Wildlife Service to conserve the available water supply in the Great Dismal Swamp Wildlife Refuge. The restriction is expected to be temporary until sufficient rain falls in the Lake Drummond watershed to recharge the swamp.
For vessel that are unable to comply with the reduced schedule, the Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal, through the Great Bridge Lock in Chesapeake, Virginia, will be open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Operators will monitor Channel 13.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
August Events at The City Wine Sellar, Bakery, Deli & Wine Bar (Downtown Elizabeth City)
August Friday Night Music Series
In the dog days of summer, spend your Friday nights at The City Wine Sellar with a cool band, a cool drink in hand, and surrounded by cool people. Join us every Friday evening from 7-10 pm for live acoustic music in The Sellar Wine Bar. It's a casual, mellow atmosphere in which to dine, socialize, and enjoy a glass of wine or beer. Deli fare served until 9:00 pm. Non-smoking inside venue. Smoking permitted in the outside cafe area. Call 335-1163 for more info. Located Downtown on the corner of Main & Water Streets. Visit www.CityWine.blogspot.com.
Upcoming Entertainers Include:
August 1 -- Acoustic Rock with Chuck Hodges
August 8 -- Jazz & Blues with Cool 21
August 15 -- Deacon Blues
August 22 -- BC of the Dreadnecks
August 29 -- Acoustic Country with Ty Fleming
Gear up for 2 Wine Tastings in August -- August 5th & 6th
August is a busy month for wine tastings -- especially the first week! Mark your calendars for the Designer House at Bayside Manor Special Event Wine Tasting to be held at the historic Robinson Home on Main Street, Elizabeth City on August 5th from 5:30-7:00 pm. If you're like me, you've always wished you could just knock on the front door and ask, "May I take a peek?" Well, now's your chance to do so while enjoying a variety of wines and appetizers. Special thanks to Mrs. Flora Robinson for graciously opening her house to us. Guest Pourers for this tasting will be Charlie and Harry Robinson. What a treat! Cost is $20 per person. RSVP Highly Requested! 252-335-1163
Follow that on Wednesday night with the regular First Wednesday Wine Tasting at The City Wine Sellar with Guest Pourer Sarah Murray, Wellness & Aquatics Director at YMCA. We may have a surprise or two in store for this event. Keep an eye on your inbox for more information. This tasting will be held from 6:00-7:30 pm. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP Highly Requested! 252-335-1163
Add your e-mail to our "E-vite" list to receive weekly e-mails about our entertainers and special events. Send an email to d_malenfant@yahoo.com with "Evite list" in the subject line.
d_malenfant@yahoo.com
malenfant@mailcity.com
In the dog days of summer, spend your Friday nights at The City Wine Sellar with a cool band, a cool drink in hand, and surrounded by cool people. Join us every Friday evening from 7-10 pm for live acoustic music in The Sellar Wine Bar. It's a casual, mellow atmosphere in which to dine, socialize, and enjoy a glass of wine or beer. Deli fare served until 9:00 pm. Non-smoking inside venue. Smoking permitted in the outside cafe area. Call 335-1163 for more info. Located Downtown on the corner of Main & Water Streets. Visit www.CityWine.blogspot.com.
Upcoming Entertainers Include:
August 1 -- Acoustic Rock with Chuck Hodges
August 8 -- Jazz & Blues with Cool 21
August 15 -- Deacon Blues
August 22 -- BC of the Dreadnecks
August 29 -- Acoustic Country with Ty Fleming
Gear up for 2 Wine Tastings in August -- August 5th & 6th
August is a busy month for wine tastings -- especially the first week! Mark your calendars for the Designer House at Bayside Manor Special Event Wine Tasting to be held at the historic Robinson Home on Main Street, Elizabeth City on August 5th from 5:30-7:00 pm. If you're like me, you've always wished you could just knock on the front door and ask, "May I take a peek?" Well, now's your chance to do so while enjoying a variety of wines and appetizers. Special thanks to Mrs. Flora Robinson for graciously opening her house to us. Guest Pourers for this tasting will be Charlie and Harry Robinson. What a treat! Cost is $20 per person. RSVP Highly Requested! 252-335-1163
Follow that on Wednesday night with the regular First Wednesday Wine Tasting at The City Wine Sellar with Guest Pourer Sarah Murray, Wellness & Aquatics Director at YMCA. We may have a surprise or two in store for this event. Keep an eye on your inbox for more information. This tasting will be held from 6:00-7:30 pm. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP Highly Requested! 252-335-1163
Add your e-mail to our "E-vite" list to receive weekly e-mails about our entertainers and special events. Send an email to d_malenfant@yahoo.com with "Evite list" in the subject line.
d_malenfant@yahoo.com
malenfant@mailcity.com
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