Calendar of Events

Year-round festivals and events celebrate the region’s arts, history and culture. From concerts, fishing tournaments and fairs to candlelight tours, parades and musicals North Carolina’s coast is a place you will never want to leave. Simply click on a particular month or search within a specified date range or keyword.

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May 2010
May 1-Oct 30 Downtown Waterfront Market
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Open every Saturday. Location: Mariners Wharf. 9:00am- 1:00pm. Free Admission. Contact: Denise Richards- 252-338-0169.


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May 14-Oct 1 Airlie Gardens Concert Series
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Relax under the broad branches of the Airlie Oak as the area's premier jazz musicians perform every first Friday from 6 to 8pm. Every 3rd Friday during the Airlie Gardens Concert Series is an evening of great dance music. Airlie Gardens Concert Series is a great place to enjoy a picnic as you relax and let the syncopated rhythms take you away. Call 910.798.7700 or email airlieinfo@nhcgov.com for more information.
www.airliegardens.org

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May 22-Oct 9 Carolina Beach Farmer's Market
Carolina Beach, New Hanover County
This will be your opportunity to obtain the freshest, most flavorful and nutritious produce possible. Also look for nurseries, home canners, bakeries, soap makers, artists and musicians at the Market. Call 910.431.8122 or 910.368.9032 for more information.

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September 2010
Sep 7-Oct 31 Tryon Palace Autumn Garden Hours
New Bern, Craven County
The magnificent gardens at Tryon Palace are open Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Sundays.
Building tours also available, with the last tour of each building beginning at 4 p.m. Admission charged.
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Sep 12-Oct 8 2010 Landmark Show
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
The show will then have an Opening Reception, Sunday, September 12th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, open to the public.
This event is proudly sponsored by: Selig's & The Daily Advance

Location: The Center - Jaquelin Jenkins Gallery

Open During Business Hours

Admission: FREE

Arts of the Albemarle: 252-338-6455
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Sep 30-Oct 2 Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament
Southport, Brunswick County
The Largest King Mackerel Tournament in the United States. Over $100,000 in prizes. Guaranteed Prize structure. Entertainment, Fish Fry, Fishing Tournament. Fee Charged to enter. Spectators Free. Fee For Fish Fry.
Southport Marina, 606 W. West Street, Southport. Contact: Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, 4841 Long Beach Road, Southport, NC 28461
800-457-6964
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October 2010
Fabulous Fantail Family Film Festival--Double Feature!
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Time: 7:00 pm

Get into the Halloween mood by watching the original great monster movies as a horrific double feature: Dracula and Frankenstein! Tickets are $5 and go on sale at 6:00 pm. Chairs are provided but camp chairs & blankets are welcome. Popcorn & drinks will be on sale. There are sponsorship opportunities available. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information.

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USA Dance Ch. #6102 - October Dance Theme: Masquerade
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Singles and couples welcome - partners not required. Beginners are welcome! Casual Business Attire - unless otherwise stated.

Location: The Pines at Elizabeth City

7:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Admission: $10 per member, $13 per non-member, $5 per student
James Gomez, Northeastern NC USA Dance Chapter 6102

President: 252-335-2258
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1-2 35th Annual Railroad Days Festival
Selma, Johnston County
Railroad Days begins this year on Friday night with a gospel music concert at the Historic Selma Depot. On Saturday, there will be a 5K run and Family Fun Walk beginning at 8am. There will be a parade, model train displays, live entertainment, a carnival, food and craft vendors and more! Event times: Fri 6pm-9pm, Sat 8am-6pm
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1-2 JCC Country Music Showcase - Famous Duos
Smithfield, Johnston County
Conway and Loretta, George and Tammy, Johnny and June. This show will feature the famous duets of country music. Get your partner and join the show. Show times: Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 7pm. Call for ticket prices. Paul A. Johnston Auditorium, Johnston Community College. 919-209-2099.
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1-2 American Music Jubilee - Eddie Miles
Selma, Johnston County
Eddie Miles does a spectacular tribute to the "King" - Elvis Presley. You may have seen Eddie/Elvis at Myrtle Beach. Now you can see this great performer right here in Selma! Eddie continues to play to sell-out audiences so please reserve your seats as soon as possible for these special Rudy Theatre Concert Series performances. Call toll free 1-877-843-7839 or (919) 202-992. Show times Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm.
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1-3 Elizabeth City Historic Ghost Walk
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Location: Downtown Elizabeth City

5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Admission: $12.00

Elizabeth City Historic Neighborhood Association: 1-888-936-7387
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Bear City Opry
New Bern, Craven County
Come enjoy the Bear City Opry Country & Gospel Music Show. Join us for a night of good country and gospel music played the way you used to hear it on the Grand Ole Opry. Doors open at 6:00pm with the show beginning at 7:00pm at the Masonic Theatre located in downtown New Bern. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door and children under 12 years of age are $2. For more information, tickets & reserved seating please call 252-670-7082.
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American Music Jubilee
Selma, Johnston County
This Branson-style variety show will delight audiences of all ages with comedy, music and fun. Show time: 7:40pm. Toll free 1-877-843-7839.
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Family Day: "Life in a New Colony"
New Bern, Craven County
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Regular admission prices (tickets valid 2 consecutive days)

Come learn what it was like to more to a new land and try to build a life there. Families of all ages can enjoy tours of the Palace and our historic homes as well as interactive crafts, activities, and demonstrations. Bring your picnic lunch and spend time immersed in the past. Activities are designed for school-age children; some activities have a minimum age requirement.
No registration needed.
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Free First Sundays
New Bern, Craven County
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Free Garden Admission, Interior tours require the purchase of a ticket

Spend the first Sunday afternoon from March through October FREE in the Tryon Palace gardens! The gardens at Tryon Palace will be open to the public at no charge on the first Sunday afternoon of each month through October. Interior tours will also be discounted. Call for more information - 252-514-4937 or 1-800-767-1560.
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Free First Sundays in the Gardens
New Bern, Craven County
Spend the first Sunday afternoon in September and October FREE in the Tryon Palace gardens! This is a wonderful opportunity to stroll through our many gardens and enjoy what's blooming, simply sit down and read a book in a peaceful environment, or take family photographs in your Sunday best. For photography lovers, take some great garden photos, e-mail them to us and we'll post them on our new Facebook page! Interior tours of the Palace and historic houses are available at a reduced price. For more information please call (252) 514-4937 or (800) 767-1560 or visit www.tryonpalace.org.
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Presenting Film: "The Last One"
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Neal Hutchenson will be here to present his film The Last One in conjunction with the new exhibit “Tending the Still,” which examines the moonshining industry in North Carolina. Mr. Hutcheson is an Emmy-award winning documentary filmmaker from the Southeastern United States. Many of his films have found an audience through public television, including The Carolina Brogue (PBS 2009; Doc Channel 2009), The Outlaw Lewis Redmond (PBS 2009; Doc Channel 2009), The Last One (PBS 2008; Doc Channel 2008), The Prince of Dark Corners (PBS 2007), The Queen Family (PBS 2006), and Mountain Talk (PBS 2004 & 2010, Doc Channel 2009). Three of his films were honored in a special showing in Berlin, Germany in 2006, and he received the Bill Arnold North Carolina Film Award in 2008 for The Outlaw Lewis Redmond. In 2009 he received an Emmy for The Last One.

Location: Museum of the Albemarle - Gaither Auditorium

2:00 pm

Admission: FREE

252-335-1453
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3-Nov 29 Duane Raver: Wildlife illustrator/Jeff Lewis Photography
Manteo, Dare County
Duane Raver: Wildlife illustrator
Jeff Lewis: Flora and Fauna Photography
Oct. 3- November 29
Art Gallery
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon-Fri) 10 a.m. 4 p.m. (Sat)
Raver has done more than two hundred Wildlife in North Carolina cover illustrations. He illustrated the Fisherman's Guide: Fishes of the Southeastern United States by Charles S. Manooch. Jeff Lewis is the Gardens and Nursery Manager of The Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo and an avid birder and amateur naturalist. He’s had more than 1000 photos published in books, magazines, newspapers and a variety of other media. Reception: Oct. 3, 2-4 p.m. A lecture will be held with Raver and Manooch on October 4 at 7 p.m. in the Art Gallery. During 2010 the gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park will feature a group of exhibitions that give voice to the Earth. Earth Speaks will feature earth friendly mini quilts, beach glass art, nature and weather photography, watercolor collages of whimsical landscapes and wildlife, realistic wildlife paintings and prints, and bird and floral photography, natural material baskets, clay vases and more. (252) 475-1500. roanokeisland.com.

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6-30 The Legacy of Bayard Wooten
New Bern, Craven County
This exhibit, held at the Bank of the Arts, will feature photography by the late New Bern artist, Bayard Wooten, including some pictures publicly shown for the first time.
(252) 638-2577

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African American Lecture: “Emancipation Communities: North Carolina Contraband/Refugee Camps during the American Civil War”
New Bern, Craven County
Guest Speaker: Michelle Lanier
7:00 p.m., Tryon Palace Auditorium, FREE

Enslaved African Americans saw the Civil War, the violent tear in the nation's fabric, as a thoroughfare to freedom, humanity and self-determination. By foot, by boat and by wagon, those held in bondage sojourned to environs called James City, Roanoke Island and Freedom Hill. This lecture will describe and define the concept of the Emancipation Community and the radical distinctions between the notions of "contrabands" and "refugees". Additionally, the talk will explore primary documents which illuminate the nature of these hand-hewn homes, as well as the powerful legacies left by those who claimed their own lives in the face of war.
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Tim Hawkins - Family Series
Smithfield, Johnston County
Tim Hawkins has become one of the most in-demand comics in the country. His arsenal is unique: high energy stand-up, physical comedy, slick guitar skills, a thousand faces and voices, improvisational chops. It all combines to create an insane comedy experience. And yes, the guy can really sing.
Event time: 7 & 9:30 pm. Paul A. Johnston Community College, Johnston Community College, 919-209-2099.
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Opening Night Black Tie Gala of the The 2010 Designer House at Riverside
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
All proceeds will benefit Arts of the Albemarle.
Location: 1012 Riverside Avenue in Elizabeth City

Time: TBA

Admission: TBA

Beverly Madrin: 252-330-1333

Holly Wright: 252-339-9121
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8-9 Ghost Ship
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Ghosts don’t care how loud you scream! Come and experience Ghost Ship, a haunted house with ghouls, ghosts, and zombies set on the Battleship for some great and scary Halloween fun. Tickets are $10 and go on sale at 6:30 pm. You must be in the ticket line by 9:30 pm to ensure your ticket. Advance tickets are NOT available. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information or if you are interested in volunteering.

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8-10 MUMFest Weekend
New Bern, Craven County
Gardens open 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Sunday
FREE Garden Admission, Interior tours require the purchase of a ticket.

Visitors will enjoy the beauty of thousands of chrysanthemums in the Palace gardens.

Tryon Palace MUMFest Weekend events also include:
Heritage Plant Sale: Sale hours are 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday on the Palace grounds.



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American Music Jubilee
Selma, Johnston County
This Branson-style variety show will delight audiences of all ages with comedy, music and fun. Show time: 7:40pm. Toll free 1-877-843-7839.
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Power Plant Program
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Times: 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Calling all Navy engineering enthusiasts! Join us for an in-depth program on the Battleship’s power plant. Learn in detail about the ship’s eight Babcock & Wilcox boilers, four sets of General Electric turbines and reduction gears, steam and diesel powered service turbogenerators, along with electrical distribution and water distillation. This program features classroom presentations and behind-the-scenes tour of engineering spaces. Discover what it took to propel a 36,000 ton heavily armored battlewagon bristling with massive firepower and 2,300 fighting men across the Pacific. $50 fee; Friends of the Battleship members and active military are $40. Fee does not include regular Battleship admission. This program is for adults only. Pre-registration & payment is required by January 29th. No walk-up tickets are available. Please call 910-251-5797 to register or for more information.
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9-10 Mumfest
New Bern, Craven County
Now in its 30th year, MUMFEST is recognized as one of the finest award-winning family festivals in the state. MUMFEST is a combination of fun and entertainment that annually attracts more than 80,000 festival-goers to the revitalized beauty of New Bern’s historic downtown and waterfront.

252-638-5781

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9-30 Halloween Hayrides
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Free refreshments.

Location: North River Campground

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Admission: $2.00 per person

252-336-4414
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10-24 The 2010 Designer House at Riverside
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Theme: “The Wonders of Wood and Water”
All those who attend the Designer House will be able to get design ideas, enjoy area talent through the special events, visit a custom waterfront home, and at the same time support Arts of the Albemarle, which gives right back to the community.

Location: 1012 Riverside Avenue in Elizabeth City

Times: TBA

Admission: TBA

Beverly Madrin: 252-330-1333
Holly Wright: 252-339-9121
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14 American Music Jubilee
Selma, Johnston County
This Branson-style variety show will delight audiences of all ages with comedy, music and fun. Matinee: 1:40pm. Toll free 1-877-843-7839.
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14-23 Coastal Carolina Ag Fair
New Bern, Craven County
This year we have an all new fair presented by Amusements of America. Come out and enjoy new and exciting things to see and do!! For more information please contact the Craven County Jaycees Fairgrounds at (252) 636-0303 or log onto http://cravencountyfairgrounds.com/Entertainment.html.
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15-16 North Carolina Chili Festival & Big Boy Toy Show
New Bern, Craven County
This two-day event is sponsored by the Greater Havelock Chamber of Commerce at the City Park off Highway 70 in Havelock, NC.

October 15, 2010 5 PM - 9 PM
October 16, 2010 9 AM - 4 PM.
252-447-1101

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15-Nov 12 Gallery Exhibit, Featuring: Jane Filer
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
The show will then have an Opening Reception, Friday, October 15th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, open to the public.
This event is proudly sponsored by: Gateway Bank & Trust

Location: The Center - Jaquelin Jenkins Gallery

Open During Business Hours

Admission: FREE

Arts of the Albemarle: 252-338-6455
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16 Neuse River Bridge Run/Walk
New Bern, Craven County
Annual 5K/10K race that begins in Bridgeton and winds through the City of New Bern and ends at Union Point Park. This year the costume theme will be famous characters from New Bern's history. The race benefits twelve local non-profit organizations.
252-633-1599

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16 UNC NC Central Presents a Jazz Combo
Manteo, Dare County
RIFP Performance Series
UNC NC Central Presents a Jazz Combo
October 16 at 2 and 7 p.m.
Indoor Theatre
The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com.

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16 Women's Expo
New Bern, Craven County
Come enjoy a quality, fun, educational and interactive experience at the Women’s Expo! This year’s expo will be filled with exhibitors from various businesses and professions and will include seminars, product and food samples, entertainment, demonstrations, on-site services, health screenings, women’s community organizations, networking, door prizes, and fabulous marketing potential. For additional information and vendor information, contact ENC Marketing at 252-635-5658, email ncmarketing@freedomenc.com or log onto www.encshows.com.
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16 American Music Jubilee
Selma, Johnston County
This Branson-style variety show will delight audiences of all ages with comedy, music and fun. Matinees: 1:40pm, Evenings: 8:00pm. Toll free 1-877-843-7839.
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17 African American Historic Downtown Walking Tour
New Bern, Craven County
2 p.m., leaves from the Tryon Palace Visitor Center Lobby
$4 per adult/$2 per student

Learn about 300 years of African American history on a walking tour of New Bern's historic disctrict. This tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and covers 16 blocks.
Reservations required: 252-514-4935. (Minimum Enrollment: 10)
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17 Albemarle Historic Roundtable
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
MOA Guest Speaker: Ben Hobbs of Hobbs Furniture Classes

Location: Museum of the Albemarle - Gaither Auditorium

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Admission: FREE

252-335-1453
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19 History Tales "Make It, Take It": Boats as Transportation
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Discover how boats were used when there were no cars, look at various boats, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.

Elementary students accompanied by an adult.

Location: Museum of the Albemarle

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Admission: FREE

252-335-1453
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22-23 Ghost Ship
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Ghosts don’t care how loud you scream! Come and experience Ghost Ship, a haunted house with ghouls, ghosts, and zombies set on the Battleship for some great and scary Halloween fun. Tickets are $10 and go on sale at 6:30 pm. You must be in the ticket line by 9:30 pm to ensure your ticket. Advance tickets are NOT available. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information or if you are interested in volunteering.

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22-24 Albemarle Craftsman's Fair
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Location: Knobbs Creek Recreation Center

10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Friday and Saturday
10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday

Admission: $4.00 adults, $3.00 seniors and full-time students

Faytie Johnson: 252-335-4680
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23 American Music Jubilee
Selma, Johnston County
This Branson-style variety show will delight audiences of all ages with comedy, music and fun. Show time: 7:40pm. Toll free 1-877-843-7839.
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23 New Bern History Bowl
New Bern, Craven County
This History Bowl Session will be held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the Orringer Auditorium at Craven Community College and include second round eliminations.

800-767-1560

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24 The Conner Miller Duo
Manteo, Dare County
4th Sunday@ 4 p.m.
The Conner Miller Duo
October 24 at 4 p.m.
Indoor Theatre
Admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park. (252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com.

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26 Batty Battleship's Halloween Bash
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Bring your little ghouls and goblins to the Battleship to go trick-or-treating! Fun games, activities, food, and storytelling is all part of the Halloween fun. Batty Battleship is perfect for the little ones and families! Tickets are $5 per person. There are sponsorship opportunities available. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information.

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28-30 Ghostwalk
New Bern, Craven County
The 20th Annual Ghostwalk celebrates 300 years of New Bern's History. Visit historic homes, businesses and churches of New Bern and be entertained by spirits from three centuries of New Bern's past. From John Wright Stanly to Elvis Aaron Presley & more, they were in New Bern too! Stop by Agony Alley for lively entertainment for the younger set. The event takes place from 5pm-9pm each night. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 day of event and $5 for children 3-12 years (under 3 free). Discounts for Groups and Active Duty Military are available. For more information please contact the New Bern Historical Society at (252) 638-8558 or visit www.newberhistorical.org
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28-31 ECSU Homecoming 2010
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Location: Elizabeth City State University
Various Events
1st Saturday of Homecoming Week - Annual ECSU

Homecoming Parade, 10:00 am; Homecoming Game (ECSU vs. TBA) at Roebuck Stadium, 1:30 pm

ECSU Athletics: 252-335-3388
University Relations: 252-335-3686
Alumni Relations: 252-335-3498
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29-30 Quilts for 300 Years
New Bern, Craven County
This is a judged quilt show with over 300 quilts on display including historic quilts from the 1700's, 1800's and 1900's. There will be continuous demonstrations, handmade "boutique" items for sale, "estate" sale guild booth, raffle quilt, hand made quilts for sale along with many commercial vendors. See the challenge quilts depicting songs of the last 300 years and the Twin Rivers Quilters Guild handmade quilt of New Bern's 300 year history, donated to the City of New Bern for the tri-centennial. This event will be held at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center from 10am-5pm and admission is $5. For more information please contact Lynne Rice at (252) 638-2820 or visit www.twinriversquilters.com.
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29-30 Ghost Ship
Wilmington, New Hanover County
Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Ghosts don’t care how loud you scream! Come and experience Ghost Ship, a haunted house with ghouls, ghosts, and zombies set on the Battleship for some great and scary Halloween fun. Tickets are $10 and go on sale at 6:30 pm. You must be in the ticket line by 9:30 pm to ensure your ticket. Advance tickets are NOT available. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information or if you are interested in volunteering.

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30 A& T presents a Musical program
Manteo, Dare County
RIFP Performance Series
A& T presents a Musical program
October 30 at 2 and 7 p.m.
Indoor Theatre
The performances are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com.

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30 Haunted Albemarle
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Hear local legends and lore as presented by costumed Junior Docents.

Appropriate for all ages

Location: Museum of the Albemarle

3:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Admission: FREE

252-335-1453
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30-31 Halloween Planetarium Show
Elizabeth City, Pasquotank County
Location: ECSU Planetarium - Jenkins Science Complex

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Friday
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Saturday

Admission: FREE (Reservations Required)

252-335-3759
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