May 2013: Potato Festival Volunteers Needed

Good Morning Non-Profit Friends!
We are still in real need of volunteers for the Potato Festival on May 18. Click here to get the form that needs to be filled out and signed to participate. Can you please help by sharing with your volunteer networks for us? Thank you so much! We need folks willing to work the later afternoon (2pm-8pm) and early (5:30am) set-up and late (11pm) tear down as well as amusement rides, Pepsi booths, etc. If you can just come for 2 hours that would make a big difference!
I appreciate your help so much! Rebecca


NC Potato Festival/ECDI
106 S. Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-338-4104
elizabethcitydowntown@embarqmail.com
www.ncpotatofestival.com
“like” us on Facebook - North Carolina Potato Festival Facebook page

May 2013: "Beauty and The Beast" and "Tea with Belle"

Get your tickets today!

Need more info - call us at 252.338.6455 or stop by The Center
www.artsaoa.com

April 2013: Singer/Songwriter Robbin Thompson along with Diamond Hart in Concert

Contact: Mary C. Tirak, Administrative Officer, (252) 335-1453

Museum of the Albemarle proudly presents...Singer/Songwriter Robbin Thompson along with Diamond Hart in Concert April 6, 2013
Singer/songwriter and recording artist, Robbin Thompson will take the stage in the Gaither Auditorium on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the Museum of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City. Opening for Thompson will be the band "Diamond Hart" featuring an extremely talented group of musicians (Michael Thompson, Tommy Hartley, Martin Parker and Dr. Steve Raisor) playing music such as Bluegrass, Blues,Americana, and Jazz Standards in a dual finger style guitar format.

Robbin Thompson’s musical career spans over 40 years and continues. Among other musical accomplishments, he performed as lead singer in the Bruce Springsteen band, Steel Mill. He has won the American Song Festival twice and has recorded more than a dozen albums. Thompson, along with friend Steve Bassett, authored the song "Sweet Virginia Breeze," which is considered by many to be the unofficial state song of Virginia. He has also written and recorded songs with Eagles bassist Timothy B. Schmit (who also sings harmonies on many of Robbins’ recordings).

The ticketed show begins at 7:00 PM with tickets available in advance at $15 for FOMOA Members or $20 for Nonmembers. Tickets at the door (if available) will be $25 regardless of membership. Seating is limited to 200 so the Museum encourages folks to purchase their tickets early to be guaranteed entrance. To reserve a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Row Seat, add $10 per ticket (LIMITED SEATING); for a 4th or 5th Row Seat, add $5 per ticket (LIMITED SEATING). All other seats in the remaining rows will be at the regular cost.

Tickets for the event are available and on sale NOW at the Museum of the Albemarle. This is sure to be a sell-out, so reserve your seats today. Payment can be made only by cash, check or money order payable to FOMOA. Drop by the Museum of the Albemarle, 501 South Water Street, Elizabeth City to purchase your tickets.

Performances begin at 7:00 pm and continue until 9:15 pm. Ticket holders are invited to come early beginning at 6 pm for a tour of the Museum’s galleries, enjoy a beverage from the Cash Bar, and to begin seating within the Gaither Auditorium. Diamond Hart will open for Thompson beginning at 7:00 pm and continue until 7:45 pm. There will be a brief intermission at 7:45 pm before Thompson begins his 8:00 pm show. His performance will continue until about 9:15 pm. After that, Thompson will be available to his fans for autographs and CD sales.

Funds raised by this event will benefit the Museum of the Albemarle’s 2012-13 programming. To set up an interview regarding Robbin Thompson and the show, please contact Clarence Munden via e-mail at fullmooncharters@hotmail.com.

For more information contact the Museum, (252-335-1453) or visit the Museum located at
501 S. Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC. www.museumofthealbemarle.com. Find us on Facebook!

Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed Sundays, 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 within the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources, the state agency with the mission to enrich lives and communities and the vision to harness the state’s cultural resources to build North Carolina’s social, cultural and economic future. Information is available 24/7 at www.ncculture.com.
-END-

April 2013: ECSU Viking Fest events

ECSU Viking Fest events held on April 12 and April 13
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE----The Office of Student Life at Elizabeth City State University will hold Viking Fest activities on April 12 and April 13. On April 12, comedians Benji Brown, Lil Duval and Vanessa Fraction are guests for the Comedy Show at 7:30 p.m. in the Robert L. Vaughan Center. Ticket prices are $12 in advance and $20 at the entrance door. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

A step show will be held at 1:00 p.m. on April 13. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $20 at the door.

MeekMill and YoGotti will perform at 7:30 p.m. on April 13 in the Robert L. Vaughan Center. The entry fee is $20 in advance and $30 at the entrance door. The doors open at 12:00 p.m.

Get your tickets today!!

Purchase Online @ etix.com
ECSU Cashier’s Window 252.335.3207 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm)
ECSU Bookstore 252.335.3402 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm)

For more information, call Carlas White, 252-335-3654.

# # #
Kesha Williams
Director of Media Relations| University Relations and Marketing
Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Rd. | Elizabeth City, NC  27909
Phone:  252.335.3686 | Fax:  252.335.3769
Email: kdwilliams@mail.ecsu.edu | www.ecsu.edu

April 2013: Violinist Lesa Terry performs as ECSU Jazz Festival

Violinist Lesa Terry performs as ECSU Jazz Festival
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE---The Elizabeth City State University Department of Music presents the Third Annual Jazz Festival at 7:30 p.m. on April 9 in the auditorium of the Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center. This year’s festival features violinist Lesa Terry, who will join the ECSU Jazz Ensemble in an explosion of jazz standards, Latin and Brazilian sounds.

Terry also will perform selections with the ECSU String Ensemble and local musicians Dennis Figgs on piano, Steve Raisor on the bass and Ellard Forrester on drums. In addition, the audience will be treated to the premier of the ECSU Guitar Trio, three ECSU music majors whose principal instrument is the acoustic guitar.

Terry is the founder and musical director for the Women’s Jazz Orchestra of Los Angeles. She has performed with a variety of groups, including the Max Roach Double Quartet, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, as well as for Broadway musicals “Phantom of the Opera” and “Les Miserables.” Her television credits include the Grammy Awards, American Idol and The Simpsons. Terry also has been featured on recordings with her cousin, the legendary trumpeter Clark Terry, and with Max Roach, The Uptown String Quartet and Yusef Lateef. She also has recorded a CD, “A City Called Heaven.”

Terry holds a bachelor’s degree in music from California State University, Northridge and a master’s degree in Afro-Latin music from California State University, Los Angeles. In 2010, the University of Rhode Island presented her with an honorary doctorate in arts.

General admission for the jazz festival is $5; students and children under age 12 enter free if they present their school I.D. card at the door.

Purchase tickets at the ECSU Cashier’s Window in the Marion D. Thorpe Administration Building or at the entrance of the Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center. Tickets also may be purchased online at www.etix.com.

For more information, contact Douglas A. Jackson at (252) 335-3377 or dajackson@mail.ecsu.edu.

# # #

Kesha Williams
Director of Media Relations| University Relations and Marketing
Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Rd. | Elizabeth City, NC  27909
Phone:  252.335.3686 | Fax:  252.335.3769
Email: kdwilliams@mail.ecsu.edu | www.ecsu.edu

January 2013: Jeanne Jolly LIVE & In Concert!

For more information, please call: 252-335-1453

April 2011: ECSU Symphonic Wind Ensemble honors retirees during spring concert

ECSU Symphonic Wind Ensemble honors retirees during spring concert
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ---- On Thursday, April 14, the ECSU Symphonic Wind Ensemble will hold its spring concert at 7:00 pm in the auditorium of the Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center featuring the works of John Williams, Samuel Hazo, Robert Sheldon, Frank Ticheli, & Larry Mac Taggart. During this concert, the Symphonic Wind Ensemble will play two selections as musical tributes to the university’s retirees. Nine people will be recognized for their service to the university. The concert is open to the public.

For more information on the concert, contact the ECSU Music Department, 252-335-3359.
# # #

May 2011: City Wine Sellar Events

Friday Night Music Series at The City Wine Sellar, Bakery, Deli & Wine Bar – Enjoy acoustic music with local musicians at The City Wine Sellar every Friday Night from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. There's never a cover charge. Relax and visit with friends, enjoy dinner and drinks in our cozy atmosphere, great for singles, couples, or families. Entertainment 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Deli fare served until 9:00 pm. 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163.

May 6 -- Pairadocs *First Friday Art Walk
May 13 -- Ty Fleming
May 20 -- Nick Simmons, Solo
May 27 -- Kelly Nolan, DJ and Karaoke

Walk It, Baby – Lots of downtown businesses are teaming up for this month’s First Friday Art Walk on May 6th beginning at 5:00 pm. There will be art activities from one end of Main Street to the other. Visit www.ecncart.com to see the participating businesses. City Wine will feature the art of Amy Finn. They say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Well, Amy takes this philosophy one step farther and makes art out of recycled trash/treasures she finds, resulting in some amazing pieces. You will definitely want to make City Wine a stop on your Art Walk in May.

Wednesday Wine Tasting – May 4, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. $15 per person. Includes tastings of 3 whites and 3 reds, appetizers, printed tasting notes, discounts on wines, and lots of socializing. RSVP requested (for food count). 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163.

Open Late during Potato Festival -- We won't have an entertainer this night, but will be open during the Potato Festival Street Dance from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm. You'll be able to join us for dinner and drinks before and during the dance (dinner 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm). You'll have a Spudtacular time! (And we have a potty for customers that's not a port-a-potty.)

April 2011: ECSU Albemarle Symphony Orchestra in concert

ECSU Albemarle Symphony Orchestra in concert on April 10
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --- The ECSU Albemarle Symphony Orchestra will hold its spring orchestra concert at 3:00 pm on Sunday, April 10. The event is free and open to the public. Contact the ECSU Music Department for more information, 252-335-3359.

March 2011: Newson explores “The Era of Ragtime” on March 29 at ECSU

Newson explores “The Era of Ragtime” on March 29 at ECSU
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE--The Music Department at Elizabeth City State University presents Dr. Roosevelt Newson, ECSU’s first Spangler Endowed Professor and the chairperson of the Music Department, at 7:00 pm. Tuesday, March 29 for a lecture and a recital in the auditorium of the Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center.

This lecture and recital will include performances by Dr. Gloria Knight, Dr. Mary Hellman and the ECSU Brass Ensemble. Dr. Newson’s topic is “The Era of Ragtime.” The lecture and recital is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the ECSU Music Department, 252-335-3359.
# # #

April 2011: University Jazz Festival held April 6 - 7 at ECSU

Jazz Festival held April 6 – 7 at ECSU
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — The ECSU Department of Music presents the Elizabeth City State University Jazz Festival in honor of legendary drummer and percussionist, Max Roach, a native of Pasquotank County. A list of events follows:

APRIL 6 at 7:30 pm
OPENING NIGHT JAZZ JAM
PERFORMANCES BY
ECSU Faculty and Friends Jazz Combo & The University of North Carolina Wilmington Jazz Band Ensemble
Featuring Joe Chambers, University of North Carolina at Wilmington Distinguished Professor of Jazz
Directed by Dr. Frank Bongiorno

LOCATION
The Arts of the Albemarle-Maguire Theatre

516 East Main Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909

TICKETS
$20 Adults - $5 Students and children under 12

Tickets available at the Arts of the Albemarle ticket office or call 252.338.6455


APRIL 7 at 8:00 pm
PERFORMANCES BY
ECSU Collegians Jazz Ensemble
Directed by Douglas Jackson (ECSU Music Department)

ECSU Percussion Ensemble
Directed by Ellard L. Forrester (ECSU Music Department)

Special Guest
(To be announced)

LOCATION
Floyd L. Robinson Auditorium • Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center

1704 Weeksville Road, Elizabeth City, NC 27909

TICKETS
$10 Adults - $5 Students and children under 12

For tickets and additional information, please contact Douglas Jackson at 252.335.3377 or email: dajackson@mail.ecsu.edu.

Sponsored by: Elizabeth City State University / Arts of the Albemarle / Fairfield Inn Marriott, Elizabeth City, NC

April 2011: Cledus T. Judd Show Canceled

Cledus T. Judd Show Canceled - Comedian Etta May is Coming to COA
College of The Albemarle regrets that the Cledus T. Judd show scheduled for Saturday, April 9th has been canceled. In a prepared statement, Kent Martin with SRO Productions, Inc states, "Cledus is canceling the rest of his tour dates and coming off the road to spend time with his father who is terminally ill with cancer. He regrets very much having to cancel your show but felt his need to be at home with his family is most important at this time. He appreciates your understanding and willingness to work with him on this."

Due to the cancellation, "Female Comic of The Year" Etta May will bring her comedy to COA to wrap up our Center Stage Theatre Season. The reigning queen of southern sass is a title earned and well deserved by comedian Etta May who will be performing her award winning, rib-tickling stand-up comedy show in Elizabeth City on Friday, April 8th at 7:00 pm in COA's community auditorium.

Etta May has made quite a name for herself in the comedy world. She was named Female Comic of the Year at the American Comedy Awards; performed at the Aspen Comedy Festival hosted by Jerry Seinfeld and starred in a CMT special Southern Fried Chicks; has been invited to perform at the 15th anniversary of The Comedy Story hosted by David Letterman and featured in the special Greats of Country Comedy hosted by Jeff Foxworthy.

With a make-up free face and a bandanna to cover her hair, Etta May is certainly a haggard beauty, who offers a different kind of comedy. With a sassy southern accent and the ability to get away with saying anything that flies into her mind, Etta May's stand up provides a fun evening filled with belly laughs. She touches at the heart of what it means to be a middle class woman struggling to make her way in the world, and she does so with humor and cleverness that can make even the most stoic face crack a smile.

If you have a season ticket for the Center Stage Theatre series, your season ticket will be honored for the Etta May Show. If you need to purchase tickets, prices are $15.00 General Admission and $12 for students, military, and seniors. You can call College of The Albemarle's box office at 252-335-9050 or purchase tickets online at eTix.com - keyword Albemarle. COA's Auditorium is located at 1208 North Road Street.

RESOURCES
Website: http://www.ettamay.com

March - May 2011: Marina Restaurant Concerts

WED NITE LIVE MUSIC
DOORS OPEN AT 5:00 PM .. DINNER FROM 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
MUSIC FROM 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
COVER CHARGE RANGES FROM $5.00 TO $10.00 DEPENDING ON ACT
RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED
MARCH 30TH
"Drifting Sands Bluegrass Band"
- From the Outer Banks of NC..Traditional and Gospel Bluegrass at it's finest.. AnLouise Bennett, Ronnie Swaim, Nancy Swaim, Robert "Muskrat" Reams, and "Red" Swain will be providing the music for the evening.

APRIL 6TH
"Out'n the Cold"
- Local favorite Bluegrass/Bentgrass/Americana band

APRIL 13TH
"Thompson-Hartley Duo"
- Veteran musicians Michael Thompson and Tommy Hartley from beautiful Chapel Hill, NC will be in attendance this particular evening..They have been described as "Amazing Finger Style Guitarist"..Tommy's uncanny resemblance to Eric Clapton in his appearance, style of play, and vocals will make you think you are sitting in the room with "Slowhand" himself..Michael is accomplished in several stringed instruments, and is a master of them all!!
- Also scheduled to appear with the duo will be Dr. Steve Rasor on bass and legendary drummer, Martin Parker..Other superb and gifted players will also be in attendance for this show.

APRIL 20th
"James Ethan Clark"
- "American Idol" star and local favorite, James Ethan Clark, will be filling the room with his musical ability this particular evening..It'll be "Brother's Night" at The Marina Restaurant!!..Ethan's brother, Chef Brandon Clark, will be "dishing it up" for your dining pleasure..Seats are selling fast for this event!!

APRIL 27TH
"Out'n the Cold"
- Local favorite Bluegrass/Bentgrass/Americana band

MAY 4TH
"Dr. Steve Rasor Jazz Trio"
- "Pure Jazz and Blues" will be played this evening by Dr. Steve Rasor on bass, Mike Gregory on drums and percussion, and Dennis Figgs on keyboards..Masters of their respective instruments, these performers are a must see!!

MAY 11TH
"Out'n the Cold"
- Local favorite Bluegrass/Bentgrass/Americana band

MAY 18TH, 19TH, 20TH
"Delta Rae Band"
- Top notch singers and players from Durham, NC, Delta Rae Band, will be gracing our establishment for a series of 3 shows..The reason being is the fact that DRB recently joined "Out'n the Cold" for a performance at the Arts of the Albemarle..Everyone raved about the performance!!..We got the "kids" to agree to do the WED NITE LIVE MUSIC at The Marina, and it sold out in about 2 hours..SO..They agreed to stay over for 2 more nights so that everyone will have the chance to see their performance. Consisting of brother's Ian Holljes on guitar, keyboard and vocals, Eric Holljes on guitar, keyboard and vocals, sister, Brittany Holljes with her powerful vocal ability, Liz Hopkins with her soulful and heartfelt vocals, Grant Alexander Emerson on bass, and Mike McKee on drums and percussion, this band is surely destined to become a household name in the near future!!..As mentioned, the Wed Nite performance is sold out, so if at all possible, please make plans to see this talented group of youngsters.

MAY 25th
"Out'n the Cold"
- Local favorite Bluegrass/Bentgrass/Americana band

For more information contact the Marina Restaurant at 252-335-7307.

April 2011: City Wine Sellar Events

Friday Night Music Series at The City Wine Sellar, Bakery, Deli & Wine Bar – Enjoy acoustic music with local musicians at The City Wine Sellar every Friday Night from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. There's never a cover charge. Relax and visit with friends, enjoy dinner and drinks in our cozy atmosphere, great for singles, couples, or families. Entertainment 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Deli fare served until 9:00 pm. 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163.

April 1 -- Deacon Blues *Also First Friday Art Walk
April 8 -- EZ Malone
April 15 -- Next Weeks Blues
April 22 -- Jazz with Connected
April 29 -- The Joe Gosman Band

Wednesday Wine Tasting – April 6, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. $15 per person. Includes tastings of 3 whites and 3 reds, appetizers, printed tasting notes, discounts on wines, and lots of socializing. RSVP requested (for food count). 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163.

Visit City Wine at Taste of the Albemarle -- We'll be sampling some goodies for you at the Annual Taste of the Albemarle in Downtown on April 16th, from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Stop by our booth! FMI about Taste visit www.ArtsAOA.com or call 252-338-6117.

Susan Gibson at City Wine -- Saturday, April 16, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Thanks to Bobby Plough's connections, we're excited to showcase the award-winning talents of Susan Gibson, 1998 CMA Songwriter of the Year (Wide Open Spaces)! Susan is a singer, songwriter and performs a dang good Texas-Americana-Folk style show. $5 cover charge at the door. Call 252-335-1163

"Discover Old Car Heaven" in Downtown on April 17th -- If you like antique cars, you might want to venture into Downtown on Sunday, April 17th around noonish. The Tidewater Regional Antique Car Club is making Elizabeth City a stop on its Spring Tour. They'll visit the Museum for a tour, and then wine and dine at City Wine Sellar at 12:00 pm. They'll be parking their antique cars in the area of Main and Water and would love for you to come take an old-fashioned peek.

April 2011: The Pines Country Club Events

April Calendar for The Pines Country Club

“Always Open to the Public”

APRIL 1st
USA Dance
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Cost: $13.00
The Pines Country Club
1525 N Road Street
252-335-7029

Every Wednesday
Oyster and Seafood Night
5:00 pm - until
HALF PRICE OYSTERS
FRIED-STEAMED -RAW
Reservations Recommended
The Pines Country Club
1525 N Road Street
252-335-7029

Every Friday in April
Entertainment by “PAIRADOCS”in the lounge
Full Dinner Menu and BURGER BAR
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
No Cover Charge
The Pines Country Club
1525 N Road Street
252-335-7029

April 24th
EASTER BUFFET and EGG Hunt for the kids
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $11.95 adults
$8.95 12 and younger
free 3 and under
Reservations Recommended
The Pines Country Club
252-335-7029

April 2011: Groupers' Events

Events happening at Groupers Waterfront Restaurant in Elizabeth City, NC:

• Every Friday Night
  • DJ MAS FX - starts at 8:30 pm - No Cover Charge


• April 2nd
  • Live Band Saturday Night Bigger Dreams - starts at 9:30 pm


• April 9th
  • Live Band Saturday Night Dave Cynar - starts at 9:30 pm


• Join us for Easter Sunday Buffet April 24 start 11:30 am to 3:30 pm $20.00 Adult and $12.00 for kids includes - Salad Entrees Homemade Desserts and More.

Groupers is located at 400 South Water Street in Elizabeth City, NC. For more information please call 252-331-2431.

February 2011: Newson presents Chopin’s works in first piano concert at ECSU

Newson presents Chopin’s works in first piano concert at ECSU on February 20
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — The Music Department at Elizabeth City State University presents Dr. Roosevelt Newson, ECSU’s first Spangler Endowed Professor and the chairperson of the Music Department, at 4:00 pm Sunday in the auditorium of the Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center. Newson will present the works of Frederic Chopin during this bicentennial celebration.

Newson has enjoyed success in two distinctly different careers. ECSU’s first Spangler Endowed Professor, Dr. Newson has an impressive resume documenting his accomplishments as a concert pianist and academician. Featured as a soloist with the Charlotte Symphony, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Cleveland Philharmonic, and the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, Newson has also presented solo recitals at Diligentia Hall in The Hague, The Mozarteum in Salzburg, Wigmore Hall in London, Town Hall in New York City, as well as The Kennedy Center and the National Gallery of Art, both in Washington D.C. For a brief period, Newson was listed on the artist roster of the Perotta Management in New York City.

The Louisiana-born pianist graduated from Southern University in Baton Rouge, La. and continued his formal studies at The Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore and The Julliard School in New York City. Newson’s primary teachers include Walter Hautzig, Leon Fleisher, and Martin Canin.

With a second career in Higher Education, Dr. Newson has served as Dean at three institutions and as Provost at two other institutions. Having served two terms on the Board of Directors for CCAS (Council of Colleges of Arts & Sciences), he was subsequently elected as President of CCAS. A former ACE (American Council on Education) Fellow, Newson is currently serving a three-year term on the Board of Directors for the ACE Council of Fellows.

For more information on this concert, contact the ECSU Music Department, 252-335-3359.

March 2011: City Wine Sellar Events

Friday Night Music Series at The City Wine Sellar, Bakery, Deli & Wine Bar – Enjoy acoustic music with local musicians at The City Wine Sellar every Friday Night from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. There's never a cover charge. Relax and visit with friends, enjoy dinner and drinks in our cozy atmosphere, great for singles, couples, or families. Entertainment 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Deli fare served until 9:00 pm. 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163.

March 4--Karaoke with Kathi
March 11--Country Classics Band (new act)
March 18--Just 3
March 25--Pairadocs

Wednesday Wine Tasting – March 2, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. $15 per person. Includes tastings of 3 whites and 3 reds, appetizers, printed tasting notes, discounts on wines, and lots of socializing. RSVP requested (for food count). 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163.

First Friday Art Walk -- March 4, 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm -- For March's First Friday Art Walk, City Wine will host John Peel who will show (and sell) his ceramic wine goblet and beer mug creations from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. The art of music making will be performed in The Sellar Wine Bar from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm, with Karaoki by Kathi. FMI about Art Walk visit www.ArtsAOA.com or call 252-338-6117.

St. Patrick's Day Home Brew/Micro Brew Beer Tasting -- March 17, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. City Wine will be partnering with River City Brewing and City Beverage for its annual Beer Tasting Event. Paul Cassese will provide three brews, including his famous Kilt Lifter Scottish Ale and City Beverage will provide three microbrews, including TommyKnocker Maple Nut Brown Ale. Cost is $15 per person and includes beer, appetizers, and fun. 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163, RSVP Please.

May 2011: The Albemarle Chorale's Spring Concert Schedule

Our two Spring concerts will be dedicated to the memory of Chorale member, Pierce L. Lawing, who died June 4, 2010. In this year that also sees the tenth anniversary of 9/11, we will remember all who have died too soon. Our Spring Concert will be entitled simply “Remember”. Thanks so much for your continued support of The Albemarle Chorale.

WHO: THE ALBEMARLE CHORALE

WHAT: Annual Spring Concert

WHEN: Sunday, May 1, 2011, 4:00 PM

WHERE: Edenton United Methodist Church, Edenton, NC

COST: Free with donations appreciated

CONTACT: 252 426-5891


AND


WHO: THE ALBEMARLE CHORALE

WHAT: Annual Spring Concert

WHEN: Sunday, May 15, 2011, 4:00 PM

WHERE: First United Methodist Church, Elizabeth City, NC

COST: Free with donations appreciated

CONTACT: 252 426-5891


Leah Jonson
Treasurer and College of the Albemarle Liaison
The Albemarle Chorale

February 2011: City Wine Sellar Events

Friday Night Music Series at The City Wine Sellar, Bakery, Deli & Wine Bar – Enjoy acoustic music with local musicians at The City Wine Sellar every Friday Night from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. There's never a cover charge. Relax and visit with friends, enjoy dinner and drinks in our cozy atmosphere, great for singles, couples, or families. Entertainment 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Deli fare served until 9:00 pm.

February 4 -- Chuck Hodges Band
February 11 -- Phil Watson, Solo
February 18 -- Paper Mountain
February 25 -- Murphy

Wednesday Wine Tasting – February 2, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. $15 per person. Includes tastings of 3 whites and 3 reds, appetizers, printed tasting notes, discounts on wines, and lots of socializing. RSVP requested (for food count) 252-335-1163

Other Holiday Activities/Events at City Wine Sellar (102 N Water St., 252-335-1163)

First Friday Art Walk -- City Wine is participating in the First Friday Art Walk coordinated by Arts of the Albemarle and Red Rabbit Art Gallery on the evening of Friday, February 4th. Amanda Drozdowski will be on site at City Wine from 5-8 pm making and selling her exquisite and unique hand crocheted jewelry. The art of music making will be performed in The Sellar Wine Bar from 7-10, with Chuck Hodges and Friends. FMI about this event, contact Natalie Peel at Arts of the Albemarle at 252-338-6455.