By Staff
Red Cross Blood Drive: Washington High School, 400 Slatestone Road, Washington, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Beaufort County Board of Education: 5 p.m. — Personnel / Curriculum Committee, Board of Education conference room.
Stratford Book Club, 12:30 p.m., Riverwalk Steak House, 100 Bridge St. Hostess: Linda Hodges.
DeMille Book Club, noon, home of Sandy Johnson.
Tea &Topics Book Club, noon, The Brown House with Mrs. Jackie Dean, hostess. If unable to attend, call hostess by Tuesday.
InterChurch Forum of Beaufort County, noon-1 p.m., fellowship hall, First Baptist Church, 113 N. Harvey St., Washington. Bring a bag lunch. Drinks and dessert provided. Interested persons are welcome.
Northside High School, Curriculum Night, 6 p.m., school auditorium. Informational meeting about registering for high school courses for 8th graders who attend Bath or Northeast and their parents.
Autism Society of N.C., Beaufort Martin County Chapter, 6:30 p.m., at The Potter’s House, 148 Avon Ave., Washington (behind Food Lion on U.S. 264 East). Speaker: Patti Stanier, Autism Society of North Carolina. Subject: IEP Workshop — an informative presentation for anyone involved with the IEP process. Public is welcome. For more information, contact Donna Pittman, 975-1012, or Trish Wall, 661-4590.
Historic Bath. Historical Film Series, 7 p.m., Visitor Center, 207 Carteret St., Bath. “Somewhere In Time” (1980). In this romantic film, an elderly woman approaches playwright Richard Collier (Christopher Reeve) and presses a pocket watch into his hand whispering, “Come back to me.” Years later, Collier becomes obsessed with a picture of an early 1900s actress (Jane Seymour) and discovers that she’s the woman who gave him the watch. He wills himself back in time to find the woman, and the pair begins a love affair out of time. Free of charge, refreshments served. For more information, call the Visitor Center, 923-3971.
Infant &Toddler Story Hour, Belhaven Public Library. Ages 6 months-36 months, 10 a.m., third Thursdays through May 21. Telephone: 963-2993.
Golden Express Club, 11:30 a.m., third Thursday, Free Union Free Will Baptist Church fellowship hall. All senior citizens in area are welcome.
Pathways to Hope, a support group for persons who have recently lost a loved one, 5:30 p.m., third Thursday, Hope Lodge conference room, Wellness Drive, Greenville. Free community service offered by the Leo W. Jenkins Cancer Center. If planning to attend, or for more information, call 252-847-7943 or 1-800-223-9328.
Terra Ceia Community Choir “Messiah” rehearsals, 7:30-9 p.m., Thursdays, First Baptist Church, 113 N. Harvey St., Washington. The 20th annual performance will be Saturday, April 11. For additional information, call 943-1185.
Connect the Tots, a fun, educational, and free playgroup for preschoolers (ages 2, 3 and 4) and parents, 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, sponsored by Child Connections, 979 Washington Square Mall. Stories, artwork, singing, playing and snacks. Access to Child Connections Lending Library. Call for information and space availability, 975-4647, Ext. 6.
Basic Skills/GED Classes, Beaufort County Elementary School, 6-9 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays. Instructor: Sue Rhem. Classes offered at no charge to adults 18 years of age and over. For additional information, call Beaufort County Community College, Nikki Klapp, assessment retention assistant/recruiter, 940-6322.
Rotary Club of Washington, 6:30 p.m., Thursdays, Washington Yacht and Country Club.
Washington Moose Lodge No. 1800, Thursdays — 7 p.m., meal; 7:30 p.m. meeting. Fridays — Bingo, 7:30 p.m. Third Wednesdays — pancake supper, 5-7 p.m.; cost $5 per person.
Community Pops Singers rehearsal, 7:30 p.m., Thursdays, Cypress Glen auditorium, 100 Hickory St., Greenville. Christmas concert will be performed in mid-December and will consist of both secular and sacred music. Singers from Pitt County and surrounding areas are invited to join. No auditions required. Dues are $10 every four months. For further information, contact Rachel Sturz, 321-8838.
Washington Bible Study for women, Chocowinity United Methodist Church, Thursdays. Call 946-1652 for details.
Options to Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Inc. offering a Sexual Assault Survivors’ Support Group, 6-7:30 p.m., Thursdays. Meetings are free and confidential. For information, call 946-3219.
Board and Card games, Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center, 310 W. Main St., Thursdays, 1-4 p.m., for people 55 and over. 975-9368.
Low Impact Step Aerobics for people 55 and over, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center.
Line Dance classes, sponsored by Washington County Recreation Center, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Roper Elementary gym. For information, call Linda Brannon 793-4528.
Sidney Crossroads AA, big book meeting, 8 p.m., Thursdays, Sidney Crossroads Free Will Baptist Church. Public is invited. For information, call 964-4976 or 943-3493.
Alcoholics Anonymous Beaufort County Group, Thursdays, noon, Washington Housing Authority building “Westbrooke,” 100 Manuel Drive, directly behind Classic Auto Body (Highway 264 West). Open meeting. Non-Smoking. For help or information, call 975-6113.
BHM Regional Library Bookmobile schedule: Beaufort County — 9:30-10:10, Ralph Dotson, Kelly Rd.; 10:20-10:30, PCA; 10:35-11:50, Deanie’s; 10:55-11:05, Totsland; 11:10-11:20, Martin Headstart; 11:25-11:40, Belhaven Square; 11:45-12, Belhaven Library; 12:15-12:35, Nellie Nobles; 12:45-1:15, Bayview Ferry Landing; 1:30-2:45, Woolard’s Ins./Bayview; 3-3:15, Juanita Gurganus.
FRIDAY, MARCH 20
Beaufort County Board of Commissioners meeting in special session. Traveling to Sampson County to tour the county jail facility, departing from Beaufort County Administrative Office at 8 a.m.
Fish Fry, Pactolus Ruritan Club, 4-7 p.m., Pactolus Fire Department, U.S. Highway 264. Herring or trout. Cost: $8 per plate. Eat in or take out.
Spirituality Group, 4-5 p.m., third Friday, Marion L. Shepard Cancer Center. A group that will assist any cancer patient or caregiver in discovering their strengths, working through their struggles, and gaining new perspectives on what gives them meaning and purpose in life. Preregistration is not required. March’s group will address Spiritual Health Inventory.
Diabetes Support Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon, first and third Friday, Seniors Center, 274 E. Main St., Belhaven. Nancy Ahearn, RN, 944-2144. Sponsored by Pungo District Hospital. 943-2992.
VFW Post 6088, 7 p.m., first and third Friday. Foreign war veterans are welcome.
American Legion Post 15 hosting the Little Creek Band, 8-11 p.m., Fridays, American Legion Road off Market Street near the airport. No smoking or alcohol.
Washington Moose Lodge, 322 Flanders Filters Road, Bingo, 7:30 p.m., Fridays. Refreshments available. Public invited.
SHIIP Volunteer (Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program), 10 a.m.-noon, Fridays, Seniors Center, 274 E. Main St., Belhaven. For information, call 943-2992.
Senior Activities at Bobby Andrews Recreation Center, Fridays, for seniors 55-plus: 8 a.m. — Walking program; 9 a.m. — Recreational activities.
Billiards, 1 p.m., Fridays, Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center, 310 W. Main St., for people 55 and over. Telephone 975-9368.
Alcoholic Anonymous meetings in Aurora. For more information, call 322-4368.
Alcoholics Anonymous Beaufort County Group, 8 p.m., Fridays, Trinity Episcopal Church, 182 NC33 West, Chocowinity. Speaker meeting (open to all). Non-smoking. For help or information, call 975-6113.
BHM Regional Library Bookmobile Schedule — Beaufort County: 9:20-9:35, Margaret Woolard, Slatestone Rd.; 9:50-10:30, Paula Alligood, Terrapin Track Rd.; 10:40-11, David Woolard, Mill Hole; 11:20-11:45, E. Waters, Free Union Church Rd.; 11:55-12:10, Oden’s Store, Hunter’s Bridge; 12:30-1:30, Community stop, Pamlico Plantation; 1:45-2, Marti Woolard; 2:15-2:30, Community stop, Riverside Drive Apts.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21
Pancake &Sausage Supper, Memorial Free Will Baptist Church, 2920 Gray Road, Chocowinity 5-7 p.m. Cost: $5 per plate. Eat in or take out. Sponsored by Layman’s League. For more information, contact Herman Tyson, 946-0513.
Barbecue Chicken fundraiser for Sherri Buck Chrismon, a leukemia patient, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., sponsored by “Friends of Doug &Sherri Chrismon,” a nonprofit set up to help with medical bills. Tickets are $5 and plates can be picked up at First Church of Christ, 520 E. 10th St., Washington. For tickets or information on how to donate, contact Barbara Jackson, 945-1737.
Mid-County Ruritan Club Chittlin Cook, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Eat in or take out plates and chittlins by the pound. Location: Off Pea Ridge Road, near the Albemarle Sound Bridge in Washington County. Signs posted with directions to Ruritan building.
Washington Area Adult Christian Singles Ministry, meets the third Saturday of the month for dinner and fun activities. Community wide ministry for all adult Christian singles. Meet at various locations, so contact Teresa at First Baptist Church, Washington, for more details, 946-8074 Ext. 21 or email teresa@thefirstbaptistchurch.com.
Night of Music &Dance, 7-9:30 p.m., first and third Saturday, Williamston Veterinary Clinic building, U.S. Highway 17 South, Williamston (near new Wal-Mart). March 21 program by Dry Creek (Bluegrass, Gospel). Admission of $5 to support Roanoke River Humane Society. Smoke and alcohol free event. For more information, call 809-9488.
Gospel Sing, 7:30 p.m., Riverside Campgrounds, N.C. Highway 45 North, Ponzer. Singers: Steadfast of Windsor and Singing Servants of Washington. Free admission. Snack bar with hot dogs, popcorn, candy and drinks available. For more information, call Bennett Emory at 926-8621 or Wilber Logan at 943-2072.
Gospel Sing, 7 p.m., Grand Ole Gospel, 485 Carrow Road, Chocowinity. Singers: Kings Grace from Jacksonville and The Ambassadors from Rocky Mount. No admission charge. Concessions available. For more information, call Angie Lewis, 975-2117.
Ye Olde Academy Museum in Pantego having open house each Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Public invited.
Pantego Area Community Developers sponsoring community yard sale, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, Pantego Area Community gym, Highway 99 N, Pantego.
Alcoholics Anonymous Beaufort County Group, Saturdays, noon, Washington Housing Authority building “Westbrooke,” 100 Manuel Drive, directly behind Classic Auto Body (Highway 264 West). Open meeting. Non-Smoking. For help or information, call 975-6113.
Belhaven AA, 8 p.m., Saturdays, First Christian Church, 321 E. Main St., Belhaven. Speaker or discussion. Call 964-4609 or 943-3493.
The Blind Center: Rocking Chair Rock-a-Thon and Area Craft Show, Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 221 N. Harvey St., Washington (corner North Harvey and Third streets). Deck space, $20; ground space, $10. No indoor space. Barbecue chicken dinner sale, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Bake sale. Live music: bluegrass, gospel, barbershop and more. Gift Shoppe open with items made by visually impaired clients. No admission charge for the public. Call Paula or Sally, 946-6208, for application or for more information.
Aurora High School Class of 1974 collecting contact information for its 35th reunion on June 20 at PCS Recreation Center, Aurora. Classmates interested in attending should call Karen Edmiston Simmons, 252-752-1845, or register online at http://www.aurorahighschool1974.com.
Washington High School Class of 1979 is collecting information for its 30th class reunion to be held Oct. 10. Classmates interested in attending and those having contact information of other classmates are asked to call Margie Kelder Boyd, 945-4437.
Town of Chocowinity is having a 50th anniversary celebration on Saturday, May 16. Anyone who has any memorabilia they would like to share may contact Lacy at the Town Hall in Chocowinity, Ann Crumpler at 946-7075, or Louise Furman, 946-7528. The items will be displayed in the Town Hall and will be returned to the owners after the celebration.
Art and Craft Supplies Swap &Meetin’! Saturday, March 28, First Baptist Church, Washington, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Everyone is welcome to bring any art or craft supplies they would like to swap. Label or bag items so others can see what the item is and how much it “costs.” No money allowed. Swaps only! For more information, email Valda Belyeu at peaceful-heart@hotmail.com, or call Carolyn Sleeper, 945-3541.
SUNDAY, MARCH 22
Beaufort County NAACP branch, 5 p.m., Westbrooke Community building, Manuel and Pontiac drives.
N.C. Estuarium. Art exhibit for March: Quilts and wall hangings made by Pamlico River Quilters Guild are on display. The fabric art has a natural theme that reflects the unique estuarine environment of the area.
Ye Olde Academy Museum in Pantego having open house each Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Public invited.
Alcoholics Anonymous Beaufort County Group, Beginners closed meeting (only for people with a desire to stop drinking), Sundays, 3 p.m., Washington Housing Authority building “Westbrooke,” 100 Manuel Drive, directly behind Classic Auto Body (Highway 264 West). Non-Smoking. For help or information, call 975-6113.
Narcotics Anonymous, Sundays and Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Westbrooke Housing Authority, corner Pontiac and Manuel Drive. Call 945-7704.
Reunion of USS Maddox Destroyer Association (DD-168, DD-622 and DD-731), Sept. 9-13, Phoenix, Ariz. Contact: Cliff Gillespie, 2118 Hines Rd., Jennings, LA 70546; (337)616-8450; email: cwgilles45@aol.com
MONDAY, MARCH 23
Beaufort County Board of Education: 5:30 p.m. — Board of Education conference room.
A – Z Doll Club, 11:30 a.m., Golden Corral Restaurant. Dutch lunch. Show &Tell: It’s Barbie’s 50th anniversary; anything Barbie, or dolls of choice. Doll lovers welcome.
Caregivers Support Group, 5:30 p.m., sitting room, Peterson Building, Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center, 310 W. Main St., Washington. Subject: Veterans Aid and Attendance Pension. Speaker: Donetta Steiner. For more information, contact Joann Windley, 940-6058, or Sallie Williamson, 974-1837. Free respite service provided at Senior Center on an as-needed basis; contact Ms. Windley.
Gastric Bypass Support Group, 7:15 p.m., fourth Monday, Lifestyles Fitness Center, 1375 Cowell Farm Road, Washington (across from Britthaven). For persons who have had gastric bypass or lap-band surgery, or are considering the surgery. For information, call Jim or Elly Draper, 927-3317, or Lifestyles Fitness Center, 975-4236.
New Volunteer Orientation, BBN Animal Shelter education room, 5:30 p.m., fourth Monday. Anyone interested in volunteering in any capacity at shelter is welcome. Not limited to direct animal care. Several programs need help. Contact: Mary McDonald, volunteer coordinator. Call shelter, leave message, or email mary.sheltervol@embarqmail.com.
Economic Development Commission Board, 8 a.m., last Monday of month, Beaufort County Skills Center (705 Page Road).
Restorative Yoga &Meditation, 6 p.m., Mondays, Lifestyles Medical Fitness Center. A yoga class that emphasizes relaxation for the body, mind and spirit and it’s free for any cancer patient or their primary caregiver. Call Kristi Fearrington, 975-4308 ext. 109, for more information.
Washington Kiwanis Club, 6:30 p.m., Mondays, King Chicken Restaurant.
Washington Noon Rotary Club, noon, Mondays, King Chicken Restaurant.
Chess Club, 7-10 p.m., Mondays, Oakdale Recreation Center. All levels of players are welcome. 946-4419.
McCotter’s Marina/Boy Scouts of America Explorer Post, 7 p.m., Mondays, McCotter’s Marina. Open to boys and girls ages 14-20 who are interested in boating and sailing. Contact Mark Henly at the Marina, 975-2174 for information.
Moose Family Center, 322 Flanders Filters Road, offering classes in line dancing and couples dancing, 6:30 p.m., Mondays. Larry and Shirley McDaniel, instructors. Donation of $5 to Family Center welcomed. For further information, call (402) 429-3877.
Bingo for ages 55 and older, Mondays (except holidays), 10-11:30 a.m., Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center, 310 W. Main St. Call 975-9368 for more information.
Quilting Group for seniors 55 and older, Mondays, 1-4 p.m., Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center. Beginning quilters welcome. Bring a project to work on.
Yoga for seniors 55-plus, 8:30 a.m., Mondays, Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center, 310 W. Main St.
AHOY Exercise Class, Seniors’ Center, 224 E. Main St., Belhaven, 9:30 a.m., Mondays. For information, call the Center, 943-2992.
Alcoholics Anonymous Beaufort County Group, Mondays, 8 p.m., Washington Housing Authority building “Westbrooke,” 100 Manuel Drive, directly behind Classic Auto Body (Highway 264 West). Closed meeting. Non-Smoking. For help or information, call 975-6113.
Beaufort County Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics), 7 p.m., Mondays, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 101 N. Bonner St., upstairs at end of hallway. Enter from parking lot in back through double doors. Call Sue at 975-2217 for assistance.
BHM Regional Library Bookmobile Schedule— Hyde County: 3, Dot O’Neal, Community stop; 3:30, E. Simpson.
TUESDAY, MARCH 24
Red Cross Blood Drives: Wal-Mart, 570 Pamlico Plaza, Washington, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. First Baptist Church, 113 N. Harvey St., Washington, noon-6 p.m.
Southside High School holding a spring registration meeting to welcome all current eighth grade students and their parents/guardians, 7 p.m., auditorium. Learn about high school, course offerings, promotion requirements, and new graduation standards. Rick Anderson, principal, and school counselors Ginger Jefferson and Kaye Koplin will conduct meeting.
Woodmen of the World Lodge 623, 6:30 p.m. Covered dish meal. Meats furnished.
Boating Course “About Boating Safely,” March 24-26 and March 31, taught by Coast Guard Auxiliary Washington Flotilla 20-06 at Beaufort County Agriculture Center conference room, 155 Airport Road, Washington, 7-9 p.m. Cost of course, text and certificate, $35 per person or $50 per couple. Contact: John Jernigan, 946-0914.
Conversations Support Group, 6-7 p.m., second and fourth Tuesday, Marion L. Shepard Cancer Center. An informal group for any cancer patient to share their thoughts, concerns, challenges and fears with other cancer patients.
All Veterans. A Disabled American Veterans (D.A.V.) service officer will be at Washington National Guard Armory, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., second and fourth Tuesdays, to assist veterans in registering at VA hospitals, etc. Appointment required; no walk-ins accepted. For more information or to make an appointment, call Donald L. Sayers, Commander for D.A.V. Chapter 48 at 252-946-7427 (leave name and telephone number).
Washington York Rite Bodies, 7:30 p.m., second and fourth Tuesday, Orr Lodge, corner Third and Bonner streets.
Massage Therapy. A free hand, foot or chair massage and reflexology available to any cancer patient or their primary caregiver at the Marion L. Shepard Cancer Center. Call Kristi Fearrington, 975-4308, ext. 109 to schedule an appointment.
Beaufort County Choral Society rehearsal for spring concert, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center. Anyone over 50 years of age can also meet 4:30-5:30 p.m. to sing oldies and standards. For more information, call Laura Scoble, 402-5783, or Susan Lindberg, 923-4545.
OPTIONS to Domestic Violence &Sexual Assault Support Group, Tuesdays, 5 p.m. Advocate on call 24 hours a day. 946-3219 or 1-800-682-0767, ask for OPTIONS.
Yoga classes, Moore Aquatic &Fitness Center, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays. Open to members and non-members. Call 948-9420 for more information.
Exercise program designed for senior citizens, 11 a.m., Tuesdays, Trinity Episcopal Church, Highway 33 West, Chocowinity. Everyone welcome.
Sitazise classes, Mattamuskeet Senior Center, 11 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Aurora Recreation Department sponsors an exercise class on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m., Aurora Community Center. Cost, $1.50 per class. For information, call 322-5448.
Painting class for Senior Adults 55 and older, 9 a.m., Tuesdays, Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center. For information, call 975-9368.
Low Impact Step Aerobics for people 55 and over, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center.
Alcoholics Anonymous Beaufort County Group, Tuesdays, noon, Washington Housing Authority building “Westbrooke,” 100 Manuel Drive, directly behind Classic Auto Body (Highway 264 West). Open meeting. Non-Smoking. For help or information, call 975-6113.
Washington County Chapter, Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., Tuesdays, parish house, Grace Episcopal Church, Plymouth. Tuesday: Open speaker meeting. Monday and Friday: Big Book discussion meeting, noon, Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 506 E. Main St., Plymouth. For help anytime, call 792-8428 or 793-2137.
BHM Regional Library Bookmobile Schedule— Hyde County: 9:45, Joan Cox; 10:15, Beth Pugh; 10:45, Alfred Laux; 11, Boo Homes; 11:20, Marge Lockyer; 11:35, Courtney Clarke; 11:50, Nell Cox; 12:10, F. Nesfield; 12:30, Betty Spencer; 12:50, Kaitlyn Byrd; 1:10, Millie Andrews; 2:10, Community stop, ECB Engelhard; 2:30, Addie Gibbs; 2:45, Millie Young; 3:10, Patrice Clarke; 3:40, Ann Tunnell.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25
Beaufort County Board of Commissioners meeting in recessed session, 7 a.m., instead of previously announced date of March 24. Meeting to be held in Commissioners Board Room No. 111, located at 121 W. Third St., Washington. Board will conduct a planning session with discussion and possible action on several other items.
Down East Seniors, 10 a.m., Blackbeard’s Restaurant, 1000 Washington St., Washington.
Shag Lessons will be taught at Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Seniors 55 and older are welcome. Call 975-9368 to preregister for class. There is no charge, but donations will be accepted.
Beaufort County Boys &Girls Club Board of Directors, 5:15 p.m., fourth Wednesday, at club on Bridge Street. Call 975-9311 if unable to attend.
AHOY Exercise Class, Seniors’ Center, 224 E. Main St., Belhaven, 12:30 p.m., Wednesdays. For information, call the Center, 943-2992.
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