Still Waters Salon News

It's a New Year, a New you and a Whole New Us
At
Still Waters Salon and Spa

Introducing: Joann our newest stylist and colorist from NY. She comes to us with a very versatile background in cosmetology and is also proficient in Men's Hair Cuts!
- To welcome our first time clients to Joann or to welcome you back we are offering a 10% discount for any service she provides.
- Offer good thru March 31st 2009

Since we had an overwhelming response with opening our Consignment Boutique room we've decided to expand it, so stop in and see what we've done! We are also in need of good clean Quality items so check all your unwanted and turn it into $$$$. Please call for details.

As of February 1st 2009 there will be a minimal additional surcharge of $1.00 to process all credit cards, you may wish to avoid this with your payment being in the form of cash or personal check.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support ....

Pat, Mike, Carol & Entire Staff

Still Waters Salon & Spa
104 West Main Street
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252-338-1011

ECSU 40th Ann. of the 1969 CIAA Championship Team

Elizabeth City State University
40th Anniversary of the 1969 CIAA Championship Team

January 30 and 31, 2009
Event Schedule:

- Friday, January 30 -

Check in Fairfield Inn by Marriott 252-333-1003

8:00 pm - Meet and Greet in Hospitality Room at Marriott. Refreshments free

- Saturday, January 31 -

Continental Breakfast at the Marriott (free)

12:30 pm - 40th Reunion Luncheon at the Kermit White Graduate Center (Adults $20.00 in advance, $35.00 at the door, Children under 12 yrs $10.00, Children under 5 yrs FREE) - To reserve Luncheon tickets at the $20.00 rate PLEASE email your name and the number of tickets you wish to reserve to Robert Vaughan. Do not send money, bring checks made payable for the amount payable to: ECSU FOUNDATION/ATHLETICS

5:30 pm - Girls Basketball Game at Vaughan Center, ECSU vs Shaw University, Admission $15.00 also includes 7:30 pm Boys Game.

7:00 pm - All former basketball players and Cheerleaders who played or cheered for Elizabeth City will be invited to courtside for a mass picture and decades introductions 1950's, 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, 2000's are invited to participate.

7:00 pm - All the 1969 Viking Cheerleaders and Ball Players meet in room 109 at the Vaughan Center.

7:10 pm - All the 1969 Viking Cheerleaders and Ball Players will be introduced at courtside.

7:15 pm - Presentation of the $40,000 check to the chancellor.

7:20 pm - Introduction of teams the 2009 Viking Ball Players.

7:30 pm - Men's Basketball Game at Vaughan Center.

Half-Time of the Boys game refreshments will be served in Hospitality room 109 at the Vaughan Center for All the ball players, cheerleaders, family and friends are invited. Refreshments free.

Immediately after the game Socializing and Hospitality at the meeting room in the Fairfield Inn by Marriott. Refreshments free.

For more info on Elizabeth City State University please check out their website.

Dismal Swamp State Park - January & February Events

We encourage participants to pre-register for all programs by calling the park office at 252-771-6593.

Wednesday, January 21st:
Bird Hike: Join a ranger and see what birds call the park home during the winter. Open to all experience levels, whether you’re looking to learn the basics or add to your Life List, just don’t forget a good pair of boots. Binoculars will be provided. Registration required. Meet in the visitor center lobby at 10:00 am.

Sunday, January 25th:
Backyard Birds: Ever wonder what types of birds can be found in your own backyard? If you are interested in those little creatures and curious about how to create the right environment for them to be happy in, then this program is for you. Join our ranger at 10:00 am in the auditorium and be prepared to go for a hike in the swamp. Dress appropriately for the weather and hiking. Suitable for all ages.

Wednesday, February 4th:
Bird Hike: Join a ranger and see what birds call the park home during the winter. Open to all experience levels, whether you’re looking to learn the basics or add to your Life List, just don’t forget a good pair of boots. Binoculars will be provided. Registration required. Meet in the visitor center lobby at 10:00 am.

Sunday, February 8th:
Whose Scat is That?: Animals leave behind clues that tell us many things. One clue that is often overlooked, or even actively avoided, is scat. Yep, animal droppings have tales to tell if we are willing to listen. Join a ranger in the classroom at 2:00 pm to find out what we can learn from scat. Not suitable for very young children. Pre-registration required.

Sunday, February 15th:
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: It’s easy to be green! Join us in the park auditorium at 3:00 pm to discover ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle.

Wednesday, February 18th:
Bird Hike: Join a ranger and see what birds call the park home during the winter. Open to all experience levels, whether you’re looking to learn the basics or add to your Life List, just don’t forget a good pair of boots. Binoculars will be provided. Registration required. Meet in the visitor center lobby at 10:00 am.

NC Potato Festival

Elizabeth City Downtown, Inc. (ECDI) is now accepting applicants as event volunteers and coordinators for the 2009 North Carolina Potato Festival slated for Saturday, May 16th, 2009. Should you be interested in becoming involved in this community event, please call 252-338-4104 or email elizabethcitydowntown@embarqmail.com.

History Plays Big Role in Elizabeth City's February Event Line-up

Contact:
Elizabeth Evans, Cahoon & Cross
Phone: (757) 420-6944 ext. 317
eevans@cahoonandcross.com
History Plays Big Role in Elizabeth City's February Event Line-up
(Elizabeth City, NC, Jan. 13, 2009) – Just a few weeks following America's Presidential Inauguration, Edith P. Mayor, curator emeritus in political history of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, will discuss "Presidential Families" at a Feb. 5 lecture in Elizabeth City.

The talk, plus offerings that include everything from a theatrical presentation about the life of famed freedom-seeker Harriet Tubman to a "Civil War Living History Day," reveal that history is a recurring subject in Elizabeth City’s lineup of February events. [read more]

Elizabeth City B&Bs Deliver Sweet Deals for Valentine's Weekend Travelers

Contact:
Elizabeth Evans, Cahoon & Cross
Phone: (757) 420-6944 ext. 317
eevans@cahoonandcross.com
Elizabeth City B&Bs Deliver Sweet Deals for Valentine's Weekend Travelers
(Elizabeth City, NC, Jan. 13, 2009) – Elizabeth City has two great incentives for booking a romantic winter getaway this year: 1) Valentine's Day falls on a Saturday! Is there any better weekend for a couples-only retreat? And 2) innkeepers are offering sweet deals on Valentine's accommodations at a trio of the city's lovely historic homes. [read more]

Port Discover Seeks Volunteers

Contact: LuAnne Pendergraft, 252-335-3844, lspendergraft@mail.ecsu.edu
Port Discover Seeks Volunteers
Elizabeth City, NC — Port Discover: Northeastern North Carolina’s Center for Hands-On Science is recruiting volunteers to assist at Port Discover. Volunteer hours are available in the afternoon, both weekdays and weekends. Volunteer opportunities include assisting with children’s programs at Port Discover, greeting the visitors, and helping at occasional special events and outreach programs.

For more information about volunteering, contact Port Discover at 252-338-6117, or download the volunteer form at www.portdiscover.org, under the "Get Involved" link.

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.
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Saturday, January 24th @ 10:00AM

Estate Auction Saturday, January 24th @ 10:00AM, Check out our website for Descriptions & Pictures!

Check out - Coppersmith Auction Company's Latest Auctions


Rick Ladich
252-331-5814
www.coppersmithauction.com

Blackbeard's Crew Plunders Museum of the Albemarle

Contact: Lori Meads, Educator
252-335-1453
"Blackbeard’s Crew Plunders Museum of the Albemarle"
The Museum of the Albemarle in conjunction with the Albemarle Potato Festival will be the site Pirate activities beginning on Friday, May 15, through Saturday, May 16, 2009.

Blackbeard’s Crew will create an encampment and entertain with living history exhibits by accurately portraying the lifestyle, manner of dress and speech, common knowledge and skills, weapons, tools and crew organization of both pirates and ordinary seamen both afloat and ashore during the Golden Age of Piracy.

On Friday, May 15, 2009 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm mingle with Blackbeard’s Crew on the Museum of the Albemarle’s porch. A $10.00 donation per person will allow visitors an opportunity to belly up to the table with members of Blackbeard’s Crew while feasting on BBQ, fried chicken, cole slaw, buttered potatoes, hush-puppies, tea and dessert. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at the Museum of the Albemarle.

Blackbeard’s Crew will return on Saturday, May 16, 2009 from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm with an encampment set up on the Museum of the Albemarle’s Green offering interaction with the Pirates and Crew through demonstrations such as the weapons and tools a pirate or crew member would have possessed, live cannon firing and a number of other activities.

The weekend of activities is perfect for all ages.

For more information please contact Museum of the Albemarle’s Education Department at 252-335-1453 or email moa@ncmail.net.