"History Tales: Make It, Take It"

Contact: Thomas Spagnol (252) 335-1453
"History Tales: Make It, Take It"
Museum of the Albemarle will hold "History Tales: Make It, Take It" on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, from 3:30 pm until 4:30 pm. Elementary students accompanied by an adult will discover how duck decoys relate to the Albemarle region, read a story and participate in a creative activity.

The Museum of the Albemarle is located at 501 South Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC. (252) 335-1453. Hours are Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Closed Mondays and State Holidays. Serving Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Hertford, Hyde, Northampton, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Tyrrell, and Washington counties, the museum is the northeast regional history museum of the North Carolina Division of State History Museums. Department of Cultural Resources, State of North Carolina. "Telling Our Stories".

Amazing Me! Set for Port Discover's January Toddler Time

Contact: LuAnne Pendergraft, 252-335-3844, lspendergraft@mail.ecsu.edu
Port Discover’s Toddler Time Looks at "Amazing Me!" Thursday, January 15
Elizabeth City, NC— Preschoolers will investigate the amazing abilities of the human body during Port Discover’s Toddler Time, "Amazing Me!" on Thursday, January 15 at 10:00 am. Children will learn the basic functions of their bodies and why they grow and change. Each student will create a life-size version of themselves to take home.

The program fee is $5 per family and reservations are required. Program is for 3 – 5 year-olds and parents or guardians must accompany the child.

Port Discover is located at 613 East Main Street, Elizabeth City. 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 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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Science Fair 101 Help Sessions Begin January 8

Contact: LuAnne Pendergraft, 252-335-3844, lspendergraft@mail.ecsu.edu
Science Fair 101 Help Sessions Begin Thursday, January 8, at Port Discover
Elizabeth City, NC — Port Discover science educators and local scientists and will be at Port Discover for Science Fair 101 Help Sessions beginning Thursday, January 8 and continuing each Thursday afternoon through January 29. The help sessions will offer students one-on-one assistance with science fair projects and are scheduled for 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Students are encouraged to call ahead and schedule an appointment. Walk-ins also welcome and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

"Science Fair 101" Help Sessions were initiated by Dr. Maille Lyons, postdoctoral research scientist at Old Dominion University. Fran MacDonald, Director of Science Education at Port Discover, and Marcella Kappesser, Port Discover Science Educator, presented the Science Fair 101 program to 3rd, 4th and 5th graders in November. The January Science Fair 101 Help Sessions will continue Port Discover’s commitment to assist with science education. Science Fair 101 Help Sessions are free, but donations are appreciated. Please call 252-338-6117 for an appointment.

Port Discover is located at 613 East Main Street, Elizabeth City, North Carolina. 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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Great Minds of the Scientific Revolution Set for Second Saturday Science

Contact: LuAnne Pendergraft, 252-335-3844, lspendergraft@mail.ecsu.edu

Second Saturday Science, January 10, Presents Great Minds of the Scientific Revolution
Elizabeth City, NC — Learn the importance of curiosity and asking questions at Port Discover’s Second Saturday Science, "Great Minds of the Scientific Revolution," January 10. Alyce Miller, Visiting Lecturer in the Department of History and Political Science at Elizabeth City State University, will discuss key historical figures and major discoveries of the Scientific Revolution and explore how new ways of thinking challenged those in power. The program is set for 9:30 am and 11:00 am.

Second Saturday Science is free, thanks to the program sponsor, Gateway Bank. Reservations are required. Second Saturday Science programs are geared toward elementary school aged children. Please call 252-338-6117 for registration.

Port Discover is located at 613 East Main Street, Elizabeth City, North Carolina. 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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Sweet Haven Bakery becomes another unfortunate victim of the ecomony

Hello all,
I am passing along unfortunate news regarding one of our own. Sweet Haven Bakery will be closing for good on Jan 23, 2009. Attached is a letter from Tony and Sherry about their last days. Everything in the store will be for sale including all of the equipment. Please stop by when you get a chance to bid them a very fond farewell. At least for now. From what I understand Tony and Sherry will be back to participate in the market this spring. But only to participate in the market, No store.

We wish them well,
Denise


Denise Richards
Downtown Waterfront Market
Coordinator
252-338-0169

Coppersmith Auction Company: Upcoming Auctions

Estate Auction in February, Check out our website for Descriptions & Pictures!

Also find out their auction schedule!


Rick Ladich
Coppersmith Auction Company
252-331-5814