February 2013: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Romantic Dinner for Two

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Romantic Dinner for Two
You and your loved one will begin dinner with a...
Glass of Our House Cabernet Sauvignon
OR
A “Rasmopolitan”
Next, you will be served a...
Mixed Greens Salad
Topped with our Homemade Champagne Vinaigrette
Followed by...
Pepper-Crusted Filet Mignon
Crispy Rosemary Potato Cakes
Creamy Spinach
Slow-Roasted Tomatoes
And for dessert...
Cream Puffs Filled With Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
And a Dark Chocolate Drizzle
Thursday, February 14, 2013
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

@ The Bistro at The Pines

$50.00 per couple
*excludes tax & gratuity*

Reservations Required
252.335.7029

June 2012: Port Discover’s Science of Beer

Save the Date!

Port Discover’s Science of Beer



Summer Brew-Balloo 2012!

Thursday, June 7
Montero’s Restaurant
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Tickets cost $30. Seating is very limited.

Six seasonal beer servings!
Seasonal tapas selected by Chef Andy Montero!
Games ~ Raffles ~ Great Fun for a Great Cause!
Cheer-On Your Celebrity Servers!

• Local “celebrities” will serve beer tastings to guests.
• Servers are encouraged to work for “tips” from guests. Join in the fun and help your “celebrity” win the “Brew-Balloo Celebrity Server Championship” prize!
• All tip proceeds will benefit Port Discover.

Tickets available at:
Port Discover, Montero’s Restaurant, or On-line at portdiscover.org
(252) 338-6117

Special thanks to our sponsors: TowneBank, Todd’s Pharmacy, Montero’s

Planning Committee: Kathryn Underwood Melton, Sarah Katherine Brown, Tom Huntley, Maurice Crawford, Karin and Andy Montero

All proceeds from The Science of Beer will be used to further Port Discover’s mission to enhance youth science understanding through interactive and guided discovery. Port Discover is a not-for-profit, 501c3 organization.

March 2012: Elizabeth City Downtown Street Re-opening Celebration

Elizabeth City Downtown, Inc. will be hosting a downtown street re-opening celebration in one week - Wednesday, March 28th from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the intersection of Poindexter Street and Colonial Avenue.

Come participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony, and be entered for some great door prizes! Cupcakes provided by The Cupcakery and beverages provided by Mid-Atlantic Christian University. Please stay and have dinner at one of our many great downtown restaurants.

Let’s celebrate the completion of the most significant public works project in the downtown area in many decades!

Elizabeth City Downtown, Inc.
507 E. Main Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-338-4104
Elizabethcitydowntown@embarqmail.com
www.ecdowntown.com

September 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.

September 2 -- Karaoke with Kathi
September 9 -- Country Classics Band
September 16 -- Blues & Classic Rock with Chris P.
September 23 -- EZ Malone
September 30 -- BC

Walk It, Baby – Lots of downtown businesses are teaming up for this month’s First Friday Art Walk on September 2 beginning at 5:30 pm. There will be art activities up and down Main Street and Water Street. Visit www.ecncart.com to see the participating businesses and their artists. City Wine will feature the beautiful jewelry art of Ann Marie Bucchino. She makes exquisite jewelry and pieces of art with glass.

Wednesday Wine Tasting – September 7, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Make your hump day the best night of the week with our First Wednesday Wine Tasting! Includes tastings of 3 whites and 3 reds, appetizers, printed tasting notes, discounts on wines, and lots of socializing. $15 per person. RSVP requested (for food count) 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163.

Kroche Jewelry with Amanda -- Visit City Wine on Saturday, September 17, from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm and enjoy perusing and shopping with Amanda Drozdowski. Amanda makes unique and creative hand-crocheted jewelry treasures -- necklaces, earrings, bracelets, anklets, etc. Stop in to watch her create her jewelry treasures and enjoy and sandwich while you're here! 102 North Water Street, 252-335-1163.

August 2011: Weeksville Vineyards “Sunday at Sunset”

Join us for the 1st ever

Weeksville Vineyards “Sunday at Sunset”
August 21, 2011
4:30 pm tasting | 6:00 pm dinner

Wine tasting to include:
4 Weeksville Vineyards Wines
&
An assortment of food sampling from Montero’s including produce from our local farms

Dinner among the vines
~Caprese Salad~
Fresh mozzarella with local heirloom tomatoes

~Herb Marinated Chicken Breast & Pesto Encrusted Mahi~
Accompanied by a chilled couscous salad and baby green beans

~Lemon Berry Mascarpone Cake~
with an organic blueberry sauce

*Bottles of your favorite Weeksville Vineyards wine will be available for purchase for your enjoyment with dinner*

Iced Tea and Water service included

$50 per person
Tasting and Dinner

Tax and Gratuity included
Reservations and Payment to be made at Montero’s

For more information please call 252-331-1067.

August - October 2011: Cooking Classes @ Montero's

Montero's Restaurant Cooking Class Schedule!

• Local Bounty
  • August 24th @ 6:00 pm
  • While this menu will be created based on available local goodies, we are planning on things like eggplant rolls, zucchini cakes and shrimp kabobs!
  • $30 per person


• Girls Night Out
  • September 1st @ 6:00 pm
  • Montero’s signature cocktail, Quiche Cups, Rosemary Pork Tenderloin and Nutella Crepes
  • $30 per person


• Edgy Veggies
  • September 14th @ 6:00 pm
  • Grits & Greens, Tuscan White Bean Spread, Corn Blini with roasted red peppers and shitake mushrooms
  • $25 per person


• Appealing Appetizers
  • September 27th @ 6:00 pm
  • Southwestern Egg Rolls, Supreme Pizza Dip, Baked Falafel Cakes, Goat Cheese & Cranberry Palmiers
  • $30 per person


• Fall Fun
  • October 11th @ 6:00 pm
  • Spinach and Tortilla Soup, Calzones & Fruit Cobbler
  • $25 per person

For more information please contact Montero's Restaurant at 252-331-1067.

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.)

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 - June 2011: Cooking Classes @ Montero's

Montero's Restaurant Cooking Class Schedule!

• Comfort Food
  • Wednesday April 13th and Thursday April 14th @ 6:00 pm
  • Tasty Meatloaf, Green Bean Casserole, Mac & Cheese and Chocolate Bread Pudding
  • $25 per person


• Fondue Fun
  • Monday April 25th @ 6:00 pm
  • Smoked Gouda with Bacon, Italian Cheese, Crab Meat and Chocolate Orange Fondues
  • $25 per person


• “Holy Guacamole”-Mexican Cuisine
  • Monday May 2nd and Tuesday May 3rd @ 6:00 pm
  • Guacamole, Chorizo Tortilla Soup, Fish Tacos and a not so traditional dessert
  • $30 per person


• Summer Appetizers
  • Wednesday May 18th and Thursday May 19th @ 6:00 pm
  • BLT Appetizer, Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Chicken & Spinach Spikes and Smoked Salmon Quesadillas
  • $30 per person


• Edgy Veggies
  • Tuesday May 31st @ 6:00 pm
  • Grits & Greens, Tuscan White Bean Spread, Stuffed Zucchini and Spicy Corn Blini with red peppers and shiitake mushrooms
  • $25 per person


• Italian Cuisine
  • Wednesday June 15th and Thursday June 16th @ 6:00 pm
  • Stuffed Shells, Osso Bucco, Polenta with asiago and roasted corn and Balsamic Strawberries with black pepper
  • $30 per person


• Girls Night Out
  • Wednesday June 29th and Thursday June 30th @ 6:00 pm
  • Cocktail Beverage, Shrimp Diablo Bruschetta, Chicken Saltimbocca, Fresh Fruit Trifle
  • $30 per person

For more information please contact Montero's Restaurant at 252-331-1067.

March 2011: The Gardener’s Workshop called "Growing Your Own Bouquets"

The Pasquotank Cooperative Extension
sponsored by Elizabeth City Hub Market

is hosting

Growing Your Own Bouquets

Program and Shopping Event with Lisa Ziegler

March 24, 2011 - 10:00 am

Location: 405 Halstead Boulevard - (across from Golden Corral Restaurant) Elizabeth City

$5.00 registration fee – cash or check
pre-register or the day off

For more info call - 252-338-3956 or 757-877-7159
Growing Your Own Bouquets:
Learn how having a small designated flower bed (3’ x 10’) as a cutting garden is the first step to a season full of gorgeous cut flowers! Following Lisa’s recommendations for easy soil preparations, variety selections, organic methods, and harvesting practices will have your garden producing a bounty of flowers to fill your home and enough to share with friends.

Lisa tells it all when it comes to gardening and cut flowers. Her contagious spirit inspires beginners as well as the seasoned gardener. Lisa’s sustainable and organic gardening experiences have been gathered from everyday life on her cut‐flower farm nestled in the heart of the City of Newport News, Virginia. Lisa’s energy permeates a room; her experience ignites the love of gardening; and her simple.

The Shopping Event:
Immediately following the program you will enjoy shopping from items highlighted during the program. A percentage of each purchases will help cover the cost of the building for the program and to support the Master Gardeners’ Scholarship Fund. All of the products sold by TGW are those used by Lisa in her own commercial cut-flower growing operation. You may use cash, checks and any major credit cards to make purchases. You will have opportunity to shop and ask questions after the program, which lasts 45 minutes to an hour.

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.

March 2011: Cooking Classes @ Montero's

Montero's Restaurant Cooking Class Schedule!

• Spanish Cuisine
  • Monday, March 7th @ 6:00 pm
  • Wild Mushroom & Toast Tapas, Pisto Manchego, Paella, and Baked Zucchini
  • $30 per person


• Tricks of the Trade
  • Wednesday, March 30th @ 6:00 pm
  • Breaking down whole chickens, properly cooking pasta, perfect rice pilaf, the right roux, and a few other secrets too!
  • $25 per person

For more information please contact Montero's Restaurant at 252-331-1067.

March 2011: “Making a Successful Ask” Seminar

The Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce and the Pasquotank Interagency Council

proudly present another informative seminar by The Curtis Group


“Making a Successful Ask”

Designed for both the Non-Profit Executives and their Board of Directors

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

8:30 am – 10:00 am

Montero’s Restaurant * $10 per person

Continental Breakfast Included

Presented by Wendy McGrady, Vice President, The Curtis Group

Nonprofit organizations have a greater need than ever to fundraise. This workshop will show development professionals how they can begin a program that moves donors and volunteers to the “Ask.” During the workshop participants will learn the importance of building relationships, the basic steps for an effective solicitation and the role of the board in gift calls.

Please call 252-335-4365 or register online at www.elizabethcitychamber.org by Monday, February 28, 2011

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.

January 2011: Live Music at Groupers Waterfront Restaurant!

CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR WITH SONG & FUN!

Come join us for Karaoke! Friday, January 7 & January 28 with DJ Tami from Miami at 9:30 pm.

400 S. Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC. Call 252-331-2431 for more information.

January 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.

January 7 -- Pairadocs
January 14 -- Drew Sablon
January 21 -- BC of the Dreadnecks
January 28 -- Donnie Denny & Friends

Wednesday Wine Tasting – January 5, 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)

Book Reading and Discussion -- On Sunday, January 16th, 1:00 pm Gillian Hammond will be here to do a reading from and discuss her soon-to-be-released book, "A Super Woman's Handbook," a humorous how-to book on how to balance life, work, kids, and responsibilities. The book is expected to be published on January 30th. 252-335-1163 for more information.

December 2010: Holidays on the Harbor in Downtown Elizabeth City

Downtown Business Holiday Party -- Are you a "one-man" shop, only have a few employees, find it difficult to have a "festive" holiday party with such a small group? Then, join with other local businesses for a Downtown Business Holiday Party! Mingle and Jingle with other small business owners and employees on December 9th, beginning at 7:00 pm at City Wine Sellar. Cost is $15 per person. RSVP required. Call 252-619-4022 or 252-267-6920 FMI or to RSVP.

Holidays on the Harbor in Downtown -- Enjoy an old fashioned holiday with a nearly month-long celebration in beautiful downtown Elizabeth City! Special events, contests, raffles, discounts, refreshments, and extended hours in many of our unique shops and restaurants.

• November 27 - December 17 -- Gingerbread Man Search begins! Find the missing Gingerbread men hidden in downtown stores for a chance to be entered into a drawing for a Grand Prize Gift Basket. Forms available in downtown businesses beginning November 27.
• November 27 - December 17 -- Downtown Rafflemania! Make a qualifying purchase at any participating downtown business and receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win the Grand Prize Gift Basket. The more you shop, the better your odds.
• Themed Shopping Nights -- Many stores will be staying open later on the following themed nights with specials, activities, and refreshments. Check with your local stores for activities and hours.
  • November 30 -- Men's Night
  • December 1 -- Ladies Night
  • December 2 --Teen & Tween Night
  • December 3 -- Date Night
• December 10 - 17 -- Gingerbread House Contest! Drop off your pre-made Gingerbread House at Port Discover (611 East Main) between December 10 - 17. Houses will be displayed in the storefront until the winner is announced on December 18.

December 2010: 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.

December 3 -- Catdaddy
December 10 -- Nick Simmons
December 17 -- Chuck Hodges
December 23 -- Christmas Eve Eve 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm -- Special entertainment to be announced

Other Holiday Activities/Events at City Wine Sellar (102 N Water St., 252-335-1163)
A Touching Gift from that Special Occasion -- Saturday, December 4th, Patrice Johnson will display her handmade collection of specialty cheese trays and serving bowls made with wine bottles. Choose from her selection of pre-made serving items and jewelry. Or, you can make that gift extra personal by bringing in a bottle from a meaningful occasion (wedding, engagement, special girls night) and having her do a custom tray or bowl for you.

The Next Stephen King? -- Saturday, December 18th, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Don't miss an opportunity to purchase an autographed copy of Toby Tate's new book, Diablero, a scary twist on the story of our famous local pirate Blackbeard. Toby will read from his thriller and answer questions.