Worms @ MOA

WORMS AND VERMICULTURE AT MOA
(Elizabeth City NC) The Museum of the Albemarle will present a Chowan County Masters Gardeners program entitled "Vermiculture & Vermicomposting for Plant & Soil Health" on Saturday September 19th from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. The program will be presented by William Jowers, Chowan County Master Gardener Volunteer. Bill has been a Master Gardener Volunteer since 2004. He is a lifelong Organic Gardener & has been a long time practitioner of Vermiculture and Vermicomposting.The program will focus on Vermiculture and the creation & uses of Vermicompost. Vermiculture is the raising of a particular species of earthworm that eats organic waste & converts it to nutrient rich Worm Castings which is Vermicompost. "Vermicompost has been shown in scientific studies to increase plant & soil vigor. Science has shown that it can suppress many plant diseases & root nematodes. It also rejuvenates the soil by adding microbes that help with nutrient uptake for plants."

The program will consist of two (2) parts

Part 1:

• Types of worms to raise
• How to build or buy worm bins
• How to setup & manage the bins.
• How to harvest worms & or Vermicompost.

Part 2:

• Exactly what is Vermicompost
• How worms make Vermicompost
• Uses of Vermicompost
• Plant disease suppression properties of Vermicompost
• Soil enhancement characteristics of Vermicompost

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. Treasure NC Culture. www.ncculture.com www.MuseumoftheAlbemarle.com

ECSU LADY VIKINGS SWEEP VIRGINIA UNION LADY PANTHERS

ECSU LADY VIKINGS SWEEP VIRGINIA UNION LADY PANTHERS
ECSU Picks Up First CIAA Win of the Season On The Road

September 8, 2009

RICHMOND, VA - The Elizabeth City State Lady Vikings took exactly one hour to defeat Virginia Union University in three straight games (25-7, 25-9, 25-12) Tuesday night at Barco-Stevens Gymnasium.

The Lady Vikings had 36 kills versus only 4 hitting errors and smashed a season high 18 service aces. In limited action, Eva Johnson and Lia Scott led ECSU with 8 and 7 kills respectively as the Lady Vikings hit a season best 51% from the floor. They also amassed a total of 6.0 team blocks (1 solo, 10 assisted)

The Lady Panthers (3-4) fall to 3-4 on the year.

The Lady Vikings (3-4, CIAA 1-0) will return to the court at the 2009 CIAA Volleyball Roundup in Hampton, VA September 11-13th at the Boo Williams Sportsplex. They will take on each member of the CIAA Western Division beginning with St. Augustine’s College on Friday at 4:00 pm For more information on ECSU Athletics, visit www.ecsuvikings.com.

AMERICAN GIRL PARTY - MEET REBECCA

Come to the first American Girl Party of the season !! Meet the newest girl - REBECCA!!

What: American Girl Party - Meet Rebecca

Come share an afternoon with girls your age and learn about Rebecca the newest American Girl - Stories, Craft and snack.

Where: Page After Page Bookstore in Elizabeth City

When: Saturday, September 19 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

Admission: pre-registration required - ages 6 and up, Seating limited - $12.00 includes American Girl Character Book

Details: 252-335-7243

Successful Fall Food & Herb Gardening FREE Program and Green the Block presentations

Contact: Thomas Campbell

Now is the time for all good Americans to come to the aid of their WALLETS !

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM and again from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM the Pasquotank County Center of NC Cooperative Extension will present two slide lectures on Successful Fall Food & Herb Gardening. Also, a tour will be conducted of a compact food garden outside the Extension Center. Raw foods and herbs will be sampled. Both presentations will take place at NC Cooperative Extension's Pasquotank County Center at 1209 McPherson Street in Elizabeth City. Directions or information may be found by calling 252-338-3954.

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Also, Friday Sept 11, 2009 is now a national day of service. The River City Community Development Corporation is hosting education to Green Your Block, including presentations by Extension Agents Yvonne Mullen and Tom Campbell who will be speaking respectively on Low Cost Energy Conserving Technologies and Low Cost Low Maintenance Food Gardening and Yard Maintenance methods. The event is from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Renaissance Place Community Center in Elizabeth City. At lunch time, meals will be served. For more information and directions call 252-331-2925.

Coast Guard Exhibit at MOA!

COAST GUARD EXHIBIT SET TO FLY!
(Elizabeth City, NC) The Museum of the Albemarle's Coast Guard Exhibit, Out of The Blue: Coast Guard Aviation will open Saturday, October 3 at 9:00 am honoring our Nation's ever-vigilant maritime guardians. Active and retired Coast Guard personnel, along with museum representatives, will be on hand to cut the ribbon and dedicate the newest exhibit that pays tribute to the men and women of the United States Coast Guard. This exhibit features over 120 artifacts, photographs, graphic panels, and a special kid-sized helicopter modeled on the whimsical design of artist Doug Lane, a retired Coast Guardsman. The exhibit tells the story of the Coast Guard from its formation in 1790 to the present day. Each of the eight sections focuses on various aspects of the Coast Guard with emphasis on aviation and special concentration on Air Station Elizabeth City.

After the 9:00 am ribbon cutting, the day's events will continue at 10:00 am with Sergei Sikorsky presenting "Recollections of a Pioneer" and Stewart Graham presenting "Helicopter Development Program at Elizabeth City." Mr. Sikorsky will discuss the history and development of Igor Sikorsky’s helicopter. Retired Commander Graham will discuss the early history of helicopter development in Elizabeth City. At approximately 11:00 am, a Coast Guard helicopter from Air Station Elizabeth City will provide a Search and Rescue demonstration on the Pasquotank River (conditions permitting). At 11:30 am, Retired Commander Bruce Melnick will speak about his Coast Guard career and about his becoming the first Coast Guardsman astronaut. Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station will present a lecture at 12:30 pm on the Mirlo. James Charlet will tell the story of the brave surf-men who rescued all 42 crew-members from the burning British tanker.
The speaker series will conclude after a 1:00 pm lecture on the "Pritchard, Bottoms, Howarth Expedition" presented by Commander Joseph Deer and Master Chief John Long. They will provide details on the rescue of a downed U.S. Air Force B-17 crew in November of 1942 near Greenland and a second rescue attempt that resulted in a plane crash with no survivors.

Visitors can view displays and participate in hands-on activities throughout the day in the Museum.

On Sunday, October 4 at 2:00 pm, Joseph "Butch" Flythe will speak on his 25-year career in Coast Guard Search and Rescue as a helicopter rescue swimmer. Mr Flythe is also known for his role as an instructor in the
2006 movie, "The Guardian."

For more information, contact 252-335-1453.

The Museum of the Albemarle is located at 501 S. Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC. (252) 335-1453 Hours are Tuesday-Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and 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. www.museumofthealbemarle.com

TWO VIKINGS NAMED CIAA FOOTBALL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK

TWO VIKINGS NAMED CIAA FOOTBALL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK
Stivers Named Offensive Lineman While Hamilton Tabbed as Top Defensive Back

September 7, 2009

HAMPTON, VA - Two members of the Elizabeth City State University football team have been named CIAA Players of the Week at their respective positions as released by the conference office Monday morning.

Seniors Dylan Stivers and Justin Hamilton, who were both named to the 2009 Pre-Season All-CIAA Team, have been named Offensive Lineman and Defensive Back of the Week.

Dylan Stivers blocked for a line that gained only positive yardage in Saturday's 51-10 win over Johnson C. Smith. For the second week in a row the Vikings amassed over 400 yards of total offense (429 yard on 55 plays); 170 yards on the ground and 259 through the air while allowing no sacks on Saturday. ECSU was also 3-for-4 in the red zone.

Justin Hamilton, a two-time All-CIAA honoree, had 5 tackles (4 solo, 1 assisted), 1 tackle for a loss of 13 yards, 2 forced fumbles and a blocked punt which he recovered in the Golden Bulls' end zone for a touchdown. The blocked punt and recovery also credited him with a punt return for 24 yards.

ECSU (1-1) will host their first home game this Saturday when they welcome Tusculum College to Roebuck Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 pm. For more information on ECSU Athletics, visit www.ecsuvikings.com.

Port Discover Toddler Time Set for Sept. 17

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

Port Discover Asks "Can You Hear Me?" at Toddler Time, September 17
Elizabeth City, NC — Children are invited to learn about sound and how it travels at Port Discover’s Toddler Time, "Can You Hear Me?", Thursday, September 17 at 10 a.m. Using their sense of hearing, the young scientists will be challenged to identify some unknown sounds. Every child will also make their own sound phones to take home.

Toddler Time is a science program just for preschoolers, ages 3 – 5. Cost for the program is $5 per family and reservations are required. 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.

Down East Viking Football Classic Events to be Held September 16 - 19, 2009

Down East Viking Football Classic Events to be Held September 16 – 19, 2009
The 12th annual Down East Viking Football Classic (DEVFC) is scheduled for September 16 – 19, 2009, in Rocky Mount, N.C. Elizabeth City State University and the City of Rocky Mount collaborate to hold the classic and a host of events planned to involve fans of all ages. The football game, September 19, is held in the Rocky Mount Athletic Complex and will bring the Chowan University Hawks to the field for their first appearance in the classic. The Vikings won the 2008 classic. Fans can purchase game tickets online at www.etix.com. See the website for other tickets outlets.



12th Annual Down East Viking Football Classic

Schedule of Events
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
5:00 pm
ECSU Office of Admissions Recruitment Reception I and Down East Classic "Scholastic Showcase"
Featuring: Nash Central High School and Rocky Mount Prep Charter School
Double Tree Hotel*
Rocky Mount, N.C.

Thursday, September 17, 2009
5:30 pm
NFL Punt, Pass & Kick
Englewood Park,
Rocky Mount, N.C.

8:00 pm
Down East Classic Poolside Soirée
Double Tree Hotel Pool
*Invitation only

Friday, September 18, 2009
10:00 am
Down East Classic Golf Challenge
Ford Colony-Rocky Mount
26 Ford’s Colony Court
Rocky Mount, N.C. 27804

3:00 pm
ECSU Alumni Board of Director's Meeting
Gateway Convention Center
651 N. Wesleyan Blvd.,
Rocky Mount, N.C.

5:30 pm
Athletic Banquet
Englewood Baptist Church-Lewis Building
1350 N. Winstead Ave.,
Rocky Mount, N.C.
* Invitation only

6:00 pm
ECSU National Alumni Assoc. Meeting
Gateway Convention Center

10:00 pm
Down East Classic Step Show
Dunn Center - NC Wesleyan College
3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd,
Rocky Mount, N.C.

$10 advance/$15 at the door

10:00 pm – 2:00 am
Down East Sports Gala
Gateway Convention Center
651 N. Wesleyan Blvd.,
Rocky Mount, N.C.
$35 advance/$45 at the door

Saturday, September 19, 2009
7:00 am
Tailgating
Rocky Mount Athletic Complex

8:00 am
Shopping Spree at Golden East Mall
(with continental breakfast)
Wesleyan Blvd. in Rocky Mount, N.C.

10:00 am
ECSU Office of Admissions Recruitment Session II
Golden East Crossing Mall
Rocky Mount, N.C.

2:00 pm
Down East Viking Football Classic Pre-game Ceremony
Advance: $12 / Game Day: $15 / Children 5 and under: Free
Rocky Mount Athletic Complex

4:00 pm
Football game
ECSU vs. Chowan University
Rocky Mount Athletic Complex
$12 advance/$15 game day

6:30 pm
High School Band Showcase
Rocky Mount Athletic Complex
(Stadium immediately following the game)
Southeast Halifax; Northampton West; Weldon High; Northwest Halifax High

10:00 pm - 2:00 am
Down East Classic After Party
Gateway Center- Grand Ballroom
651 N. Winstead Ave., Rocky Mount, N.C.
$15


The Down East Viking Football Classic also raises funds for scholarships. The following students are scholarship recipients:

Brynson Barnes, a freshman from Elizabeth City, N.C.
Cedric Blacknal, a junior from Greensboro, N.C.
Ernest Gibson, a senior from Jacksonville, N.C.
Terry Griffin, a junior from Hobgood, N.C.
Ken Lee, a sophomore from Ahoskie, N.C.
Jeff Lynn, a junior from Wilson, N.C.
Creven Powell, a junior from Elizabeth City, N.C.
Keith Strickland, a freshman from Rocky Mount, N.C.


Operations of the Down East Viking Football Classic are managed via an executive and steering committee structure. Mrs. Julia Congleton-Bryant, an ECSU alumna and a Rocky Mount citizen, and Mr. Thurlis Little, Director of Athletics, are co-chairs of the DEVFC Committee.

The Down East Classic, now in its 12th year, has grown each year drawing over 10,000 fans to the Rocky Mount Athletic Complex. It is an athletic event that brings college football to the Rocky Mount area. Fans enjoy a CIAA football game, golf challenge, college and regional high school bands, and a variety of social and entertainment activities. Through additional recruitment and outreach activities, ECSU also offers scholarship opportunities for students in the Rocky Mount-Nash-Edgecombe-Wilson areas. The CIAA (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association) is a premier NCAA Division II athletic conference. Elizabeth City State University, located in northeastern North Carolina, is a constituent institution of The University of North Carolina. This year's opponent Chowan University is located in Murfreesboro, NC.

For more information and updates, see ECSU's Special Events or contact the ECSU Athletics Department, 252-335-3388 or the City of Rocky Mount, 252-972-1332.

ECSU Planetarium's Halloween Feature series

ECSU Planetarium announces Halloween series
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --- The ECSU Planetarium will host its annual Halloween Feature series on October 30-31, 2009. The exact times and shows follow:

Friday, October 30

5:00 pm – Moon Witch

5:30 pm – Halloween Laser Light Show

6:00 pm – The Halloween Show

6:30 pm – October Skies

7:00 pm – Halloween Laser Light Show

Saturday, October 31

2:00 pm – Moon Witch

2:30 pm – Halloween Laser Light Show

3:00 pm – The Halloween Show

3:30 pm – October Skies

4:00 pm – Halloween Laser Light Show

All shows are free but seats must be reserved for groups and by calling (252) 335-3759.

Autumn Breezes, Fun Events and Special Savings Blow into Elizabeth City, NC

Contact: Elizabeth Evans, Cahoon & Cross
Phone: (757) 420-6944
eevans@cahoonandcross.com

Autumn Breezes, Fun Events and Special Savings Blow into Elizabeth City, NC
Save 15 percent on selected lodgings through Oct. 31
(Elizabeth City, NC, Sept. 3, 2009) – Autumn breezes will soon blow into Elizabeth City, along with a cool line-up of events and special savings for travelers. During September and October visitors may save 15 percent off accommodations at selected inns and hotels* with Elizabeth City's "Take 15 and Save 15" getaway package.

"Choose from among 15 fun fall events. Then be sure to mention 'Save 15' when you're ready to book with one of our participating innkeepers or hoteliers," said Charlotte Underwood, director of the Elizabeth City Area Convention & Visitors Bureau.

The ECACVB will also host a drawing for a free "Take 15 and Save 15" getaway package. Register by Oct. 10 at www.DiscoverElizabethCity.com. The prize package includes: two nights' accommodations at the Hampton Inn (may be booked between Oct. 15 and Dec. 15, 2009, based on availability), a round of golf for two at the Pines of Elizabeth City; a special tour of Port Discover Hands-On Science Center; a guided historic walking "tour and tea" for two courtesy of Dé Tours in Elizabeth City; and a welcome basket filled with hand-crafted chocolates from The Chocolate House, wine, roses and other treats. Tee times and tours are based on availability. [read more]

Elizabeth City-Pasquotank TDA Focuses On Attracting Overnight Visitors

Contact: Charlotte Underwood, Director ECACVB
Phone: (252) 335-5330
director@discoverec.org

Elizabeth City-Pasquotank TDA Focuses On Attracting Overnight Visitors
(Elizabeth City, NC, Sept. 2, 2009) – This year, as the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Tourism Development Authority (TDA) focuses on attracting overnight visitors from outside the area, it will no longer be able to underwrite the Elizabeth City fireworks celebration at the level it has in the past, said TDA Chairman Arthur McPherson.

"Our tourism budget has been significantly reduced this year because of the economy," said McPherson. "The fireworks celebration is a wonderful community event. But as the tourism industry rebounds, we must be poised to move forward with a very strategic approach. Attracting overnight visitors is the TDA's primary mission, so our focus will be on promotions to do just that." [read more]