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Start your weekend with Karaoke at The Silos, Friday, Nov 6 on the Bantam Stage (inside The Silos if raining).

Cash bar and order dinner on the Silos’ Chow Now app. Music plays 7 – 9p. The Red Rooster is behind The Silos on the Broad Street extension in Oriental.

Hear live music every Friday night, April – October (and into November).

Join Broad Strokes Gallery for their annual Gala & Auction All That Glitters, 6-9p, Friday, November 6.

Enjoy the evening gala with live music, a fine art auction, raffle, food and drinks. View the art, meet the artists, and help support artists in Pamlico County. Proceeds help Broad Strokes expand its programs and make art more accessible throughout Pamlico County.

Your support helps the gallery fund its kids summer art camp, make art classes affordable for everyone, new displays and artists, and helps ensure a future for art and artists in the community.

Broad Strokes Gallery is a nonprofit, artist-managed community gallery dedicated to supporting local artists, providing educational opportunities, and making the arts accessible to people of all ages.

Tickets are $50 and available online and at the gallery. 730 Broad Street in Oriental.

Saturday is the Oriental Farmer’s Market, from 8a – 11a on Hodges Street near the harbor.

Find fresh microgreens, honey & eggs, handmade soaps, candles, fishing gear, handmade wooden toys, seedlings, and more.

Vendors set up by The Provision Company.

As always, market is weather permitting.

Oriental United Methodist Church has its Annual Wing and a Prayer BBQ Chicken Dinner & Bake Sale Saturday Nov 7 4p. Church parking lot next to Church St.

Pick up your “To Go” plates, dine at the church or take it home.

BBQ Chicken Dinner cooked up by Jim Kellenberger (includes baked sweet potato, green beans, slaw, & rolls). 125 Walk up sales until they are all gone. $15 each (extra donations are gladly accepted). Hosted by the OUMC Men. Bake Sale at the same time, hosted by the United Women of Faith.

Mariposa Wine Bar & Bakery provides fresh baked goods & coffee in the morning, then evenings charcuterie boards, wine and desserts. The Wine Bar will be closed Saturday for a private party (Happy Birthday Todd Cox).

Mariposa is taking special orders for holiday pies, cheesecakes, gluten-free dessert, and truffles. Stop by the bakery to discuss your special order. The order form is here.

Soup Sunday adds lunch: “Soup Sunday” is from Noon to 2:30p. Enjoy one of three soups along with homemade bread.

Fall & Winter Hours: Saturday, Sunday & Monday mornings 8-11a (bakery) and evenings 3-8p (wine bar).

Oriental History Museum invites you to their newest exhibition: Honoring the Ol’ Front Porch Music Festival. Reception with wine and light refreshments will be held Sunday, October 18 from 1-4p.

The Fall Special Exhibit honors the History of the Ol’ Front Porch Music Festival. Inspired by the Ol’ Store where people gathered to play music. This three-day festival held each October celebrates the musical heritage of North Carolina on the front porches and venues throughout historic Oriental’s walkable village and on the Riverfront Stage at Lou Mac Park.

Visit the Museum to learn more about the inspiration for the festival, how it all began and how it’s grown over the years. View the museum’s collection of festival memorabilia.

This special exhibit runs through December.

Oriental’s History Museum is at 802 Broad Street. Hours: Friday 11-3, Saturday 1-4. Admission is free, donations accepted. The museum is a 501©(3) non-profit.

You’re invited to play a one-shot Dungeons & Dragons adventure, Saturday, Nov 7, from 4-7p, at Oriental United Methodist Church. And again on Saturday, December 5, from 3-6p.

Dungeons & Dragons is a cooperative role-playing storytelling game played with a set of dice. Players participate in a one-shot: a self-contained game designed to take place in one gaming session.

Bring your 5e compliant, level 1 character or choose from pre-made characters when you arrive. Character building workshops available Wednesdays at 2p. Call ahead to verify Kayla’s availability.

Don’t know how to play? Show up and watch the gameplay or join in and learn by playing along. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Questions? Call OUMC at 252-249-0213. Located at 404 Freemason St in Oriental, NC.

Purring Angels cattery invites you to their Bake/Craft sale, Saturday November 7, 10a-2p.

Mostly self-funded, the rescue houses and feeds over 80 cats. Funds from the event support non-profit cattery and help progress their TNR (trap-neuter-release) program.

They will also take donations of cat food or blankets as well.

Event will be at the Purjatory Vendor Mall in Bridgeton: 602 North D Street, Bridgeton, NC.

The Old Theater presents: The Great Debaters, Sunday, Nov 8a at 3p.

The Great Debaters, stars Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker, and is based on the true story of poet, essayist, and Wiley College Professor Melvin B. Tolson. In 1935, he inspired students to form the school’s first debate team, and lead them to the national championships at Harvard University.

Showtime: 3p – Box office opens at 230p, doors open at 2p.

Admission by donation ($10 suggested). Free popcorn.

TownDock.net sponsors the 2nd Sunday Cinema series with the Old Theater.

Typhoon Sailing @ Bow To Stern, Mondays at 3 and 5p.

Bow to Stern invites you to come sailing on their fleet of Cape Dory Typhoons. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening on the water. Not sure how to sail? They’ll pair you with an experienced sailor. Afterwards, you can depart, or hang out with everyone at the fire pit and watch the sun set over the creeks.

Check in and get your boat assignment at 2:45p for the 3p sail, 4:45p for the 5p sail. Return after your Typhoon sail for refreshments and socializing (optional). $25 per person.

Let them know you’re coming by registering here.

Call 252-249-2424 or email for more information Info@BowtoSternBoating.com. Bow To Stern is at 290 Blackwell Point Loop Rd – for directions click here.

The One-Off Book Club meets the 2nd Monday of every month.

Next meeting, Nov 9 at 4p, at the Perry Griffin Foundation House.

After reading 2 books: Life Worth Living, a Guide to What Matters Most by Volf, Croasmun and McAnnally-Linz, and Wake Up Grateful by Kristi Nelson, we announce our next read:

The Artist’s Rule by Christine Valtners Painter, supplemented with Seven Thousand Ways to Listen by Mark Nepo. It’s not necessary to prepare in order to attend. New attendees are most welcome.

If you have any questions, contact Nelda Coats 252-639-1616 or Nancy Piner 252-670-2615, or just show up at the Perry Griffin Foundation House, 300 High Street, Oriental.

In honor of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, Mariposa Bakery and Wine Bar serves a free luncheon from 11:30a to 2p for all local, active and retired military, including their spouse.

From the Mariposa crew: Words cannot express our gratitude for your service, we’re hoping soup and bread will do it.

Oriental’s monthly Town Board meeting is on the second Tuesday of the month.

Town Commissioners meet at Town Hall at 6p, Tuesday, Oct 13

Town Board meetings are open to the public.

• October Meeting Agenda is here.

Open Mic Night is live at the Silos Wednesday nights. The music begins at 7p.

Bring your instrument, your voice, or both. Music is upstairs in The Silos.

The Silos is at 1111 Broad St Extension, Oriental, NC.

Neuse Neighbors has coffee hours each month, generating interest in neighbors helping neighbors.

All are invited to the Neuse Neighbors Network coffee hour, Wed Nov 11, 9a at Town Hall. Discover how Neuse Neighbors Network helps make the community stronger, healthier & happier.

You’re invited to join The Gathering, 6p at The Bean, on Nov 12.

The Gathering meets twice monthly, on the second Thursday of the month (November 12) as well as the fourth Monday (November 23).

Sponsored by the Oriental United Methodist Church, The Gathering offers a non-traditional setting for open discussions on faith, beliefs, sacred texts, and the history weaving it all together.

Questions are welcome and often lead discussions. There is a very brief devotional thought and moment of silence at the end of the session.

No religious affiliation required or expected. All are welcome. If the water gauge reaches two feet, The Gathering moves to Brantley’s.

For more information, call 252-249-0213 or email asims@nccumc.org.

Need help feeding your pet? The Pet Food Pantry is open on the second Saturday of the month at the Pamlico County Library, 10a-2p.

4PAWS, Friends of the Library and Pamlico Animal Welfare Society have partnered to create the Pamlico Pet Food Pantry. 

It is a donation-based service for pet owners in the Pamlico County community who find themselves in need. Pet owners in need of pet food or litter may reach out to PAWS at 252-745-PAWS (7297) anytime, or visit on the second Saturday of each month at the Pamlico County Library from 10a to 2p.

Donations of cat and dog food and cat litter are accepted at the Pamlico County Library’s Circulation Desk.  One-time and recurring donations with Amazon, Walmart, Tractor Supply, or PetSmart can be shipped to the Library.

The Oriental Woman’s Club sponsors the Fine Arts and Craft Show, Saturday, November 14, 9a-1p.

Buy cookies by the pound. 

Find wood crafts, jewelry, textile artists, pottery, fabric creations, photographers, paper and metal artworks and more in the Fine Arts and Craft section.

All goods – edible and otherwise – are great for upcoming holiday celebrations and gift-giving.

Cash and checks work best as only a few of the vendors take credit cards.

The Oriental Woman’s Club is located at 1007 Gilgo Rd in Oriental.

Pamlico Musical Society presents Lauren Jelencovich at The Old Theater, Sunday, Nov 15, @ 4:30p.

Internationally acclaimed soprano Lauren Jelencovich is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music, and known worldwide for her soaring vocals and captivating stage presence.

She has performed at Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and London’s Royal Albert Hall. Jelencovich has toured internationally as a featured vocalist with Yanni, appearing on PBS specials and recordings.

Her ability to seamlessly transition between classical masterpieces, Broadway hits, inspirational songs, and popular favorites creates an experience that appeals to music lovers of all generations.

Tickets are $30 and may be purchased online here or at Nautical Wheelers at 411 Broad St. Tickets for sold-out shows may become available at the door last minute. Check at the box office at 4:15p. For more information, call 252-617-2125.

Join artists Paula Rozov and Pappy Khouri every 1st and 3rd Monday at the Broad Strokes Gallery Open Studio, 9a-noon. Must register to join.

Every 1st and 3rd Monday, Broad Strokes Gallery sets up space at the back of the main gallery for artists to paint and work with each other. This is not a workshop or a class, but a chance to work on your own materials.

Tables will be available. Bring your own reference materials, easel, canvas / paper, paper towels, odorless solvents, water container and any other materials you usually use. Canvas or panels 16” × 20” or under are best for this set-up.

Cost is $20. Stop in to Broad Strokes Gallery to reserve your spot. No walk-ins due to limited space.

The Gallery is at 730 Broad St. For more information, call 252-249-6164.

Pamlico County Board of Commissioners meets Monday evening, Nov 16 at 7p at the Pamlico County Courthouse. This meeting is open to the public.

The meeting is in the Patsy Sadler Room at 7p, in the Courthouse Annex, unless there is a larger crowd. Then meetings are held in the second floor courtroom. The Courthouse is at 202 Main Street, Bayboro, NC 28515.

Public comments will now be taken at both monthly meetings.

Agenda posted when available.

The Pamlico Board of Commissioners meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month.

Nautical Wheelers’ next Wine Tasting is Friday Nov 20 in New Bern 4-6p, then Sat Nov 21 in Oriental at 2 & 3p.

Stephanie Carlyle from Mutual Johnson Brothers Distributers is serving.

Wine list will be announced closer to event.

Find Nautical Wheelers in Oriental at 411 Broad Street, and at 202 A Craven Street in New Bern. 252-249-0359.

Oriental’s Thanksgiving morning bike ride is on for Thanksgiving 2026. Not a Spandex event. Plaid is acceptable.

You’ll take your time as you pedal along the roads in town. And work off some calories in advance of the big dinner later in the day. Show up at the Town Dock 9a on Thursday, November 26 for the Thanksgiving bike ride around Oriental.

The route follows the waterfront, visits the boatyards and a few of the marinas in the town limits and swings down Midyette Street and back to the harbor.

No registration necessary. Just show up by the Town Dock (across from The Bean) at 9a.

Take a look at previous Thanksgiving Day bike rides:
• 2023 Turkey Pedal
• 2022 Turkey Pedal
• 2021 Turkey Pedal
• Two Rides, One Event: 2020 Thanksgiving Day Bike Ride

All invited to the 5th Sunday Sing, this Sunday, Nov 29 at 6p.

On (most) 5th Sundays, the churches of Oriental gather and sing a mixture of choral music and good old fashioned church singing. This is a free community event. Church affiliation not necessary to attend.

The group will gather at TBD at 6p for an hour or so of music and then adjourn for refreshments and conversation.

Touch a dragon for good luck…. Be out on Hodges Street on December 31 to ring in 2027 at the running of the Oriental New Years’ Eve Dragon.

There are two runnings – both starting and finishing at Hodges and South Water. The first run starts at 8p, the second around 11:30p. There will be not one but two dragons as the Chinese dragon joins in. Bring pots, bring pans: make your own music for the dragon.

After the end of that second dragon run, stick around the Hodges Street waterfront just a few minutes more: at midnight, the Oriental Croaker will drop at Town Dock to welcome in the new year.

Scenes from Dragon Runs past:
• A Dragon Rolls Through Oriental New Year’s Eve
• Dragons Run on Hodges – New Year’s Eve 2019 into 2020
• Two Dragons and a Croaker – New Year’s Eve 2018 into 2019

The 33rd annual Instead of Football Regatta is January 1, 2027

A sailing alternative to TV, and a loosely organized one at that, it’s become an Oriental New Year’s tradition. Sailors meet at noon on Monday, Jan 1 at Oriental marker #1 (SC1). Warning horn is at 11:55a.

Marks are: Adams Creek #1, Garbacon #7, finish at Oriental #1 (SC1). Sailing direction/course change announced on Channel 72 prior to start.

There are no rules or sailing instructions. The first skipper that asks for directions or instructions will be drawn, quartered, and forced to walk the plank.

There is a Mandatory Skipper’s Meeting after the race at 3p at The Silos (race cancelled or not). Bring a nautical or fun gift or re-gift for the drawing…all boats participating are included. Must be present to win.

For more information contact Todd Cox at 802-999-7572.

Check out the event from years past:
• A Hazy Instead of Football Regatta
• Forty+ Boats on New Year’s Day
• Instead of Football Regatta 2019

It’s become one of the biggest and most successful in-water boat shows between Annapolis and Savannah. The 2027 Oriental Boat Show — The Best Small Town Boat Show In America —is April 9-11.

This 3-day Friday-Saturday-Sunday show is organized by the Oriental Rotary Club and is the place to see boats and gear for boats.

The Oriental Boat Show features exhibitors of nautical goods and services. Dealers and brokers bring in boats on land and to the slips at Oriental Marina & Inn. For more info, contact boat show organizers via email at oncboatshow@gmail.com.

Find out more about the Oriental Boat Show at orientalboatshow.com.

Check out the report on the 2026 Oriental Boat Show.

You’re invited to join in and play Pickleball even if you’ve never played the game before.

During fall, winter and spring, the Camp Caroline gym hosts a dozen play sessions each week, typically on this schedule (as of Aug 3, 2026):
New player training: Click the first link below
Easy Play (novice and casual players): W 5-7p; Sat 10a-noon
Intermediate Play (moderately competitive): M, W, F, Sat 10a-noon
Open Play (very competitive): Tu, Th, 10a-noon; Sa, 1-3p
Women’s Play: Tu, 1-3p
Intermediate/Advanced/League practice: M, W, 1-3p

Reservations are required for all sessions. Signup information here.

Camp activities limit play at Camp Caroline in the summer, but free outdoor play occurs often on the town courts at Lupton Park, and is arranged using TeamReach.com, group code 864230.

TownDock’s coverage of the local growth of pickleball can be found here.

Oriental Rotary Club meets every Monday at Brantley’s Village Restaurant starting at 6p. The club does good things throughout the community… from Scholarships for Pamlico County Students to the Oriental in-water boat show and Oriental classic car show too.

For info about the club and meetings contact membership chair Jim Kellenberger, 919-621-0362.

If you want to rent a tent, table or chairs call the Rotary order line at 649-3725. More info about Rotary at www.orientalrotary.org

You’re invited to help create prayer shawls at Oriental United Methodist Church. The group meets Thursday mornings from 10-11:30a at the church to crochet or knit shawls or lap robes and pray for the recipients of them.

The weekly gatherings have brought together people from all walks of life and faiths. (And even non-knitters; if you don’t know how to knit, stop on by and get a lesson and join in.) Questions? Call 315-224-0381.

Own a Cape Dory? Then you’re invited to join the Cape Dory Sailboat Owner’s Association – Carolina’s Fleet.

Their mission is to advance the sport and enjoyment of sailing; to promote the education, technical interest, and knowledge of their members members; and to foster and enjoy a welcoming collegial fellowship and social environment among the owners of Cape Dory Sailboats.

The CDSOA hold quarterly meetings that include presentations on a range of topics: from sailing techniques to technical topics. Presentations are geared toward skill improvement and enjoyment of the Cape Dory.

CDSOA also hold rendezvous and fleet cruises throughout the year for all members.

To learn more about the CDSOA and to join the Carolinas Fleet visit CapeDorySOA.org, and click on the “New Members Sign Up” link. There you will also find a link to the CD forum, a huge database of information on Cape Dory sailboats.

Pamlico Community Band rehearses every Tuesday from 7-8:30p at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church.

The band performs three concerts per year: in the spring, opening of the Fourth of July Croaker Festival, and Christmas.

All levels and ages of musicians welcome. Auditions not required; just show up with your instrument. Our focus is the joy of making and sharing music while having fun.

For more information contact Tara Howard at 845-797-0363. St. Peter is at 1149 White Farm Road in Oriental.

The Pamlico County Library hosts a mystery book club the second Wednesday of each month at 5p. 

Each month a novel selected from the winners of the annual Edgar Awards will be discussed. 

Have you been wanting to learn to play a musical instrument?  Have you started learning to play ukulele on your own but want to be a part of a group?  Then UHOOs may be just the group for you…

The UKULELE HOALOHAs of ORIENTAL, better known as the UHOOs, meet every Tuesday from 2-4p at OUMC (404 Freemason Street).  New members are welcome to join.

To join UHOOs, contact Claudia Bemis at csbemis@yahoo.com or Judy Styron at cjstyron@embarqmail.com.

The UHOOS focus on having fun while singing and playing together, and periodically perform at events.

The Pamlico County Democratic Party meets ‘virtually’ on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 5:30p. For more information on attending, email PamlicoDems@gmail.com

The Pamlico County Republican Party meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30p in the Pamlico County Courthouse Annex Room in Bayboro. All are welcome to attend. For more information visit PamlicoGOP.com or call Chairman Dave Wickersham @ 252-269-4101.

The Pamlico Progressives are a concerned group of citizens who seek to bring about change by focusing on issues that affect our community and by holding elected officials accountable, and by letting their collective voices be be heard to influence positive change.

Pamlico Progressives meet as needed. All are welcome to join. For more information, follow  on Facebook or call Diane Lemieux at 802-318-1083.

Find yourself a bargain at the Hospice Thrift Shop in Bayboro – across from the Pamlico High School. Hospice Thrift is open 10a to 4p Monday-Friday and 10a-4p on Saturday. All of the proceeds go to support Hospice of Pamlico County.

Donations of gently used clothes, housewares, small appliances, knickknacks, bedding, books, office supplies and more are always appreciated and may be dropped off during shop hours at the store. For more info, contact the store manager at 252-745-5033.

Oriental’s Drummin’ Dragons get together every Sunday afternoon from 3-4:30p. You’ll find them in Lou Mac Park on Sunday afternoons in summer, weather permitting. In inclement weather, they gather at the Oriental United Methodist Fellowship Hall (and possibly for the winter).

All are invited – come on by and learn to drum. (They have some spare drums for you to try if you notify ahead.) Have questions before you go? Contact Doug Carmichael at  Orientaldoug@gmail.com.

In just a few years, the prayer shawl ministry at Oriental United Methodist Church has knitted or crocheted more than 1650 shawls for those in need. The group meets Thursday mornings from 10-11:30am at the church to crochet or knit shawls and pray for the recipients of them.

The weekly gatherings have brought together people from all walks of life and religious faiths. (And even non-knitters; if you don’t know how to knit, stop on by and get a lesson and join in.) Questions? Call 315-224-0381.

The NAACP of Pamlico County holds its regular monthly meeting on the second Monday of each month at 6p at the Pamlico County Senior Services Center at 800 Main St, Alliance. All interested persons are invited and welcome to attend.

For more info, contact chapter President Doug Pearsall at nellie98@embarqmail.com or Hattie Harrell, 1st Vice President truesister2@yahoo.com

Oriental Mayor Sally Belangia holds office hours from 8-9a on Wednesdays at Town Hall. It’s a chance for constituents to talk with the Mayor. Appointments not necessary.

On the third Tuesday of the month the Craven/Pamlico Beekeepers Association meets to talk bees at the Craven County Cooperative Extension Center. The informal “Bee Social” gets underway at 7p. The actual meeting starts at 7:30p and is open to the public. More on CPBA and local beekeeping at their website. The Craven Cooperative Extension Center is at 300 Industrial Drive, New Bern.

Concerned about your drinking? Help is available.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets throughout the week at several locations in the area: At Oriental Free Will Baptist Church at 600 Ragan Road in Oriental, Tuesdays at 8p, and again Friday nights at 8p. (2nd brick building on the left).

At Alliance United Methodist Church at 687 Main Street in Bayboro, Thursday at 7:30p (a great meeting for new members).

At St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 402 Freemason Street in Oriental, Sunday at 7p.

“If you want to drink, that’s your business… If you want to stop drinking, that’s ours.” Alcoholics Anonymous Craven/Pamlico Hotline: (252) 349-0898.

Al-Anon – for those worried about someone with a drinking problem – meets Tuesday at 7p at 403 Mildred Street. It is open to all.

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) – At Oriental Free Will Baptist Church at 600 Ragan Road in Oriental (2nd brick building on left). Open Meeting Tuesdays from 6:30-6:70p. Women’s Group Saturday 6:30p.

Narcotics Anonymous – A group atmosphere which provides help from peers, and offers an on-going support network for addicts who wish to pursue and maintain a drug-free lifestyle. Never Alone – meets Wednesday at 7p at Alliance United Methodist Church, 687 Main Street in Bayboro.

For a list of other meetings in Pamlico County, including Narcotics Anonymous, click here.

The Pamlico Survivors of Suicide Support Group (SOS) is a free support group for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide. Whether it happened recently or decades ago, all are welcome to attend these sessions which are led by experienced counselors.

Contact Branson Dunn at 304-839-4131 pageese@yahoo.com or Katherine Hudson at 252-745-4510 for information about the date, time and location of the next group meeting.

The Minnesott Mens’ Golf Association holds a Golf Tournament every second Saturday of the month.

Tee time is 9:15. Call the Golf Shop at Minnesott 252-249-6317 for more information about joining the MGA. Fees for golf as well as the tournaments.

Any Marine on active duty, retired, or honorably discharged with ninety days of active service is invited to join the Oriental Dragon Detachment of the Marine Corps League.

The group meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1800 for dinner — meeting begins at 1900 — at the Oriental Fire Station 19 on Straight Road in Oriental. The Dragon Detachment participates in Toys for Tots, Spirit of Christmas, Croakerfest, the Marine Corps Birthday, as well as national initiatives.

For additional information on joining this detachment, contact Commandant Marty Musella at 252-249-0694. Semper Fi.

Share ideas with fellow anglers. The Lower Neuse Anglers Club meets on the second Tuesday of every month, at 6:30p. They meet at Brantley’s restaurant every month on the second Tuesday at 6:30p, and welcome members and non-members alike. For more info, contact Bob Dillard at gbobdillard @ gmail.com or 704/236-4716

The Oriental Paddle Group goes out kayaking on Friday mornings, setting out from the Wildlife Resources Commission ramp at the end of Midyette Street at 9a. Come and join the group, led by Larry Summers and Bill Hines as they paddle up nearby creeks. One benefit of these jaunts is the birds you can see. As Liz Lathrop of the Pamlico Birders group put is, “We have had interesting birds each time. The birds are not as skittish when you approach in a noiseless kayak.”

Call Bill Hines by Thursday evening prior to let them know you’ll be joining Friday morning: 252-571-0264.

The Pamlico Chorale meets every Monday, 6 – 7:00p at The Oriental United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The Chorale performs in concert at least four times a year, including Spirit of Christmas weekend and opening the Croaker Festival.

If you love to sing, the Chorale is the place to spend a few hours every Monday. Everyone is welcome. For more info, contact Carla Byrnes at 745-4793 or 670-4960.

When you go to the bank, you can help the food bank feed those who don’t have enough to eat.

Pamlico County Fishes And Loaves is collecting canned goods and has a drop-off point inside First Citizens Bank in Oriental. Fishes and Loaves is a cooperative effort of a number of churches and organizations in Pamlico County working to provide food to the hungry.

The Oriental Woman’s Club holds its meetings on the first Tuesday of the month at 1pm at the clubhouse at 1007 Gilgo Road.

Guests are welcome. Meetings include refreshments, a special speaker and short business session.

OWC is a service club focused on community service, as well as state, national and international concerns of women and children. The OWC awards several scholarships annually to Pamlico County High School and Arapahoe Charter School graduating seniors who continue their education at the college level.

For more information about club activities and membership, check out orientalwomansclub.org.

The Pamlico Amateur Radio Society meets at Brantley’s Village Restaurant at 9am on the last Saturday of every month (except June). They invite all HAMS and those interested in amateur radio to attend. For additional information, please call Bill Michne WM3X, drmichne73@gmail.com, 252-249-1175 or visit our website at N4PRS.org.

Friends of the Pamlico County Library meets at the library on Highway 55 in Bayboro. This is the group of folks who help sustain the library. For info, call 252-745-3515.