1st Annual Bull and Oyster Roast at Famous Franks

1ST ANNUAL BULL AND OYSTER ROAST AT FAMOUS FRANKS BENEFITING THE VETERANS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
It’s Oyster Time!!! Join us for our 1st Annual ALL–YOU–CAN-EAT Bull and Oyster Roast fundraiser on Sunday, October 19th (rain date Oct. 26th) from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm in front Famous Franks Hot Dogs and Grille at 225 South Hughes Blvd.!!! Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door and includes food, beverages and entertainment by Dixie 105.7 FM!!! Tickets may be purchased at the following locations:

Blue Lion Apparel in the Virginia Dare Arcade - 507 E. Main Street

Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce - 502 E. Ehringhaus Street

Famous Franks Hot Dogs and Grille – 225 South Hughes Blvd.

Montero’s Restaurant – 414 McArthur Drive

Nationwide Insurance – Bembridge Agency, Camden Office, 197 Hwy. 158 East

Nationwide Insurance – Weatherly Agency, 1805 W. City Drive, Suite J

Veterans Family Resource Center – 1203 W. Ehringhaus Street
Proceeds from this fundraiser will go to the Veterans Family Resource Center of the Albemarle to provide outreach programs and assistance for our Veterans and their families. These programs include Medical Care, Compensation & Pension, Education, Voc-Rehab, Employment and Small Business Assistance, Adaptive Housing/Equipment, and many, many more.

Dixie 105.7 FM will be there with a live remote broadcast for our entertainment. This is a great opportunity for sponsors and companies to show their support of our local Veterans. Donations and items to raffle off are badly needed to help make this fundraiser a success. Individual and Corporate Sponsorships are also available: Gold Level $100 and Silver Level $50. Of course, any and all donations are gladly welcome. Cash/Checks accepted payable to Famous Franks VFRC Fundraiser.

Please help us get the word out to the community by taking the enclosed flyer and posting it in your workplace, school, doctor’s office, favorite store, etc. Let’s see what we all can do to help our veteran community!!!

For more information, please contact Dave or Phyllis Kondracki at 252-337-9765 or 252-335-5859.

The ECSU Planetarium - October Events

Annual Halloween Feature Presentation will be held October 28-30, 2002 Shows are scheduled at the following times:

5:00 pm – Moon Witch
5:30 pm – Kid's Laser Light Show
6:00 pm – Moon Witch
6:30 pm – Kid's Laser Light Show.

All shows are FREE and by RESERVATION ONLY. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

Call (252) 335-3759 for Reservations NOW. Shows are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification.

Jennifer Thoms
Planetarium Assistant
ECSU Planetarium
Elizabeth City State University
Campus Box 845
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Tel: (252) 335-3620/3759

Albemarle Craftsman's Fair 2008

2008-2009 Co-Op Campaign Video



October 24 - 26, 2008
Albemarle Craftsman's Fair
Knobbs Creek Recreation Center
10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Friday and Saturday
10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday
Admission: $4.00 adults, $3.00 seniors and full-time students

Photography by: Justin Falls

Video Created by: From Me to You Video & Photography

Nick Simmons of Further Adieu Friday Night at The City Wine Sellar

Nick Simmons of Further Adieu Friday Night at The City Wine Sellar
Host: Debbie Malenfant
Location: City Wine Sellar
102 Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 US
When: Friday, October 10, 7:00 pm
Phone: 252-335-1163

Nick Simmons will be going it alone on Friday night at The City Wine Sellar, but don't think for a second that it won't be a spectacular show. You know him as singer and guitarist for Further Adieu; however, he is an amazingly talented solo act. It'll be a treat for all in attendance. On stage from 7-10 pm; enjoy dinner till 9 pm.

City Wine Sellar now has a coffee bar!! Visit Cuezzo's Cafe at The City Wine Sellar for a cappuccino, mocha, latte, espresso, chai & more!

Check out other upcoming events at www.CityWine.blogspot.com. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

Port Discover Presents A Star Party!, Friday, November 7

Contact: LuAnne Pendergraft, 252-335-3844, lspendergraft@mail.ecsu.edu
Port Discover Presents A Star Party!, Friday, November 7
Elizabeth City, NC — Port Discover presents A Star Party, a special family evening of starlight and enlightenment, on Friday evening, November 7, at 6:30 pm. The event is free to Port Discover members. Program cost for non-members is $10 per family.

Guests to A Star Party will be treated to the use of telescopes and tours of the skies, guided by Billy Younger, instructor of physics and astronomy at the College of the Albemarle. The event will also include many starry hands-on activities for kids. Details and directions to the site will be provided to registered guests.

Reservations are limited so reserve a spot by contacting Port Discover at 252-338-6117 or visiting Port Discover at 613 East Main Street. To join Port Discover, visit www.portdiscover.org and go to Get Involved link!

Port Discover is located at 613 East Main Street. Port Discover’s hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Programs can be arranged at other times for special groups. For more information call 252-338-6117 or visit www.portdiscover.org.

Port Discover is a community-based, non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary, College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of the NC Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative.
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“Purple pH” Featured at Port Discover’s October “Make-It-Take-it”

Contact: LuAnne Pendergraft, 252-335-3844, lspendergraft@mail.ecsu.edu
“Purple pH” Featured at Port Discover’s October “Make-It-Take-it”
Elizabeth City, NC — “Purple pH” is the focus of Port Discover’s Make-It-Take-It for October. Why is cabbage juice interesting? How can it change colors? What colors can we make? Explore this funky food juice and take home a sample base/acid test strip to experiment some more! The activity is free to children visiting the center and is available during hours the center is open.

Port Discover is located at 613 East Main Street. Port Discover’s hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Programs can be arranged at other times for special groups. For more information call 252-338-6117 or visit www.portdiscover.org.

Port Discover is a community-based, non-profit organization, established to enhance the public’s understanding and enjoyment of science through engaging programs, activities, and exhibits. Elizabeth City State University along with the Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce initiated the project that has attracted broad community support, including Elizabeth City Morning Rotary, College of the Albemarle, Albemarle Hospital, Museum of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Port Discover is also a member of the NC Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative.
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Staycation Interview - September 2008

On September 23rd the ECACVB did the interview for the Staycation segment airing on WTKR on October 17th. Here is the video of a behind the scenes look at the interview:

Page After Page Bookstore Monthly Update

News from the Page After Page Bookstore -

An update on our EAT, SLEEP, READ - sign and promotion of linking our locals - our city has been selected to be part of the American Booksellers Association's winter institute to see our progress on indiebound !!! So look for new promotions in the stores around town to link your local business's together with you - our patrons !!! For more information and to also get involved and register a business - go to www.indiebound.org lets put Elizabeth City on the map !!! All business is welcome - not just bookstores - not just retailers - all business that is independently owned & operated. This is a nationwide organization to link and unite Local business in towns across America.

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In preparation for the Gift Giving Season we have been adding new items to our stock - Writing sets, card selections, special Elizabeth City and North Carolina Candles - made from NORTH CAROLINA SOY !!! Thats keeping it local !! - New Gift Books, Candle scents, Toys, Music - and 2009 Calendars, Planners and Journals are here !! Specialty Cooking accessories are coming soon !

New art supplies have arrived and more on the way !!

Remember FREE LAYAWAY !
We have plenty of stock on the required reading choices for all the schools - its always a 10% discount on any required school reading-

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Store Events:
Children's Events
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Saturday - October 18th, 3:30 pm - 5pm - American Girl Party - Due to customer requests - note the new time !!! Come share and meet new friends and learn all about Kaya. Reservations required - seating limited. Call the store to reserve your spot 252-335-PAGE(7243)
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Friday & Saturday October 24th and 25th - IT'S PUMPKIN CARVING TIME AGAIN!! Friday & Saturday October 24th and 25th, bring your carved/decorated pumpkin into the store by noon on Friday - we will display it and customers will vote on their favorite pumpkin!!! Winner will receive a Page After Page Gift Certificate !!

Author's Signings
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Wednesday October 22nd 4-7pm - Author Signing - Chairman Howard N. Lee author of The Courage to Lead This is the story of his life growing up on a sharecroppers farm and the hurdles faced as well as the triumphs on the road to his political career in North Carolina.
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Thursday October 23rd 5-7pm - LOCAL AUTHOR NIGHT !!! - Come meet your local authors !!! David Wilson - Bill Furgeson - John Amrhein, Jr - Bud Wright - and more !!! stop in to see our list !!
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Friday & Saturday -October 24th & 25th - From 6-8pm - Ghostly Book Signings In honor of THE GHOST WALK on the Porch of Still Waters Salon. Come meet Ghostly authors and discuss their latest howlings !!
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Saturday November 1st - 11am - 4PM - Author Lynn T Ocean will be here to discuss and sign copies of her latest books - Sweet Home Carolina, Southern Fatality, Fool Me Once - Each purchase comes with a Lynn T. Ocean Kozie !!

Please call the store to reserve your copies - 252-335-PAGE(7243)
Open Poetry Nite:
Thursday October 16th - 6pm - 7pm - 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.

Store Groups:
Knitting Group & Crocheting Group - this is open to any craft with YARN - 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 Oct 14th at 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Reading Group - Thursday October 30th at 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Our book choice is -The Shack, by William Young

Fun Halloween Link for kids and adults to enjoy - http://www.dedge.com/flash/hangman/hangman.swf Have fun!!

Check out this link - it takes about 15-20 minutes to view - but it is quite interesting - www.storyofstuff.com/index.html

Recommended Reads:
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 Other Boeyln Girl by Phillipa Gregory

The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch

The Given Day by Dennis Lehane

Twilight series by Stephanie Meyer

Tethered by Amy MacKinnon

The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks

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.

Elizabeth City's Staycation Promo Video

This is a promo video for Elizabeth City's One Tank Staycation, that will air on WTKR NewsChannel 3 on October 17th 2008.

City of Elizabeth City's 2nd Annual Energy Fair 2008

Don't forget to check out...

The City of Elizabeth City and Elizabeth City State University Community Development Program cordially invites you to attend this year's Annual Energy Fair. The fair is a two day event and will be held at the Knobbs Creek Recreation Center, Friday, October 17, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm and Saturday, October 18, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. This year's theme for the fair is "Efficiency The New Fuel."

Also, on Friday, October 17th check out the 45 minute session that Proximity Hotel will be putting on at 12:00 pm (noon) at the Knobbs Creek Recreation Center. They will be discussing their hotel, how they built it to use 36% less energy and 30% less water than a comparable hotel, and more about eco-friendly efforts. In addition, they will be taking questions about how other hotels or restaurants can be more eco-friendly. So, please come to check it out!!

The purpose of the energy fair is to educate the community regarding the positive impact of energy conservation. Rising energy costs are a major concern for families and individuals alike. It is our desire, with your support, to provide the citizens of Elizabeth City and the surrounding communities with information, services, and home products directed towards improving the performance and efficiency of their homes, to include their home heating and cooling equipment. Thus, impacting their utility and maintenance costs on their new and existing homes.

Admission is free.

For more information please call 252-338-3981.

Downtown Waterfront Market to Host Harvest Festival for Season's Final Market Day, Oct. 25

Contact:
Elizabeth Evans, Cahoon & Cross
Phone: (757) 420-6944 ext. 317
eevans@cahoonandcross.com
Downtown Waterfront Market to Host Harvest Festival for Season's Final Market Day, Oct. 25
(Elizabeth City, N.C., Oct. 3, 2008) – An “Anything But Pie” cooking contest and a costume competition for pets and their owners will highlight the Downtown Waterfront Market’s Harvest Festival, Oct. 25 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mariners’ Wharf in Elizabeth City. Market-goers can expect an array of locally-grown fall fruits and vegetables for the year’s final market day, in addition to fun, seasonal activities. [read more]

[Edited on 10/30/2008] Things had been canceled on October 25th so the event will now be held on November 1st. For more info click here.