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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
‘The Places in Between: Paintings of Eastern North Carolina’ by Anthony Ulinski.
‘The Places in Between: Paintings of Eastern North Carolina’ by Anthony Ulinski.
May 1, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
An exhibition depicting Rocky Mount, Wilson, Kinston and the places in between. This will mark Ulinski’s second exhibition at Lone Leaf Gallery. His work has been featured in arts magazines,…

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 1, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 1, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 1, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
‘The Places in Between: Paintings of Eastern North Carolina’ by Anthony Ulinski.
‘The Places in Between: Paintings of Eastern North Carolina’ by Anthony Ulinski.
May 2, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
An exhibition depicting Rocky Mount, Wilson, Kinston and the places in between. This will mark Ulinski’s second exhibition at Lone Leaf Gallery. His work has been featured in arts magazines,…

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 2, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 2, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 2, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
‘The Places in Between: Paintings of Eastern North Carolina’ by Anthony Ulinski.
‘The Places in Between: Paintings of Eastern North Carolina’ by Anthony Ulinski.
May 3, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
An exhibition depicting Rocky Mount, Wilson, Kinston and the places in between. This will mark Ulinski’s second exhibition at Lone Leaf Gallery. His work has been featured in arts magazines,…

Annual Student Art Show
Annual Student Art Show
May 3, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Beaufort County has some amazing young talent.  Works from Beaufort County students will be on display at the Belk Bracy Gallery  in the Washington Civic Center. The Gallery may be accessed…

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 3, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 3, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 3, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Beaufort County Relay for Life
Beaufort County Relay for Life
May 3, 2013 6:00 pm – May 4, 2013 12:00 pm
The journey to end cancer starts with a single step. The American Cancer Society invites you to take that step with us by joining the global Relay for Life movement.…

Spring Song
Spring Song
May 3, 2013 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Beaufort   County Choral Society welcomes in the new spring season with 37 voices.
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Spring Song
Spring Song
Spring Song
Spring Song
Spring Song
Spring Song
Spring Song
Spring Song
Spring Song
Spring Song
Beaufort County Relay for Life
Beaufort County Relay for Life
May 3, 2013 6:00 pm – May 4, 2013 12:00 pm
The journey to end cancer starts with a single step. The American Cancer Society invites you to take that step with us by joining the global Relay for Life movement.…

Saturday Market
Saturday Market
May 4, 2013 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Market begins on April 20th and runs thru October. Our market features local growers of fresh fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers. Our fishmongers offer fresh seafood from local waters.…

Road Bike Ride
Road Bike Ride
May 4, 2013 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Every Saturday at 8AM from Inner Banks Outfitters.  Free.  Road bike and helmets are required.  15-20 miles

Race for the River Kayakalon
Race for the River Kayakalon
May 4, 2013 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
7th Annual Race for the River Kayakalon When: Sat, May 4, 7:30am – 1:00pm Where:  Goose Creek State Park, Washington, NC (map) Check in: 7 – 8:30 AM; Race Start: 9 AM Registration: Participants…

‘The Places in Between: Paintings of Eastern North Carolina’ by Anthony Ulinski.
‘The Places in Between: Paintings of Eastern North Carolina’ by Anthony Ulinski.
May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
An exhibition depicting Rocky Mount, Wilson, Kinston and the places in between. This will mark Ulinski’s second exhibition at Lone Leaf Gallery. His work has been featured in arts magazines,…

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 4, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Spring Song
Spring Song
May 4, 2013 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Beaufort County Choral Society welcomes the new spring season with 37 voices.

Keith Henderson & The Illusions Band
Keith Henderson & The Illusions Band
May 4, 2013 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The Illusions of Elvis Presley. Call 252-975-2117 for tickets and information.
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Keith Henderson & The Illusions Band
Keith Henderson & The Illusions Band
Beaufort County Community Orchestra Concert
Beaufort County Community Orchestra Concert
May 5, 2013 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free concert.

Molasses Creek
Molasses Creek
May 5, 2013 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Molasses Creek Band will join First Baptist Church’s adult choir for a special, free concert.
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Molasses Creek
Molasses Creek
Bird Identification
Bird Identification
May 7, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Coastal North Carolina is a major breeding spot for neo-tropical migratory birds. These birds winter in the Caribbean, Central and South America, and make their spring and summer home in…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 7, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd
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Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 8, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 8, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 8, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 9, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 9, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 9, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 9, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Artwalk
Artwalk
May 9, 2013 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
This free-to-the-public showcase of local visual art runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Main, Water and Gladden streets on the second Thursday of Feb., May, Aug., and Nov. …

Art Walk Jam
Art Walk Jam
May 9, 2013 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Senior Dance
Senior Dance
May 9, 2013 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Singles and Couples over 50 are welcome to come and dance the night away.  Admission is $7.00.  50/50 drawing.  Door prizes.  No Alcohol/No Smoking/No Children.
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Senior Dance
Senior Dance
Senior Dance
Senior Dance
Senior Dance
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 10, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 10, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 10, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 10, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
May 10, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
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Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Saturday Market
Saturday Market
May 11, 2013 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Market begins on April 20th and runs thru October. Our market features local growers of fresh fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers. Our fishmongers offer fresh seafood from local waters.…

Road Bike Ride
Road Bike Ride
May 11, 2013 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Every Saturday at 8AM from Inner Banks Outfitters.  Free.  Road bike and helmets are required.  15-20 miles

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

17th Annual Farm Equipment Show
17th Annual Farm Equipment Show
May 11, 2013 10:00 am – May 12, 2013 4:00 pm
Eastern Antique Power Association will host this annual event including pedal tractor races for the youngsters, a parade of power, slow tractor races, tractor pull and exhibits of memorabilia and…

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

Coffee with the Birds
Coffee with the Birds
May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 11:00 am
The Friends of Goose Creek State Park invite you to join them for gourmet coffee, sweet treats and a little bird watching. Learn which birds you might expect to see…

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 11, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Mother’s Day Celebration
Mother’s Day Celebration
May 11, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Show your mom how much you love her by spending a beautiful afternoon with her at Goose Creek State Park. You and your mom will team up to participate in…

Cotton & the Cary White Trash
Cotton & the Cary White Trash
May 11, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
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Cotton & the Cary White Trash
17th Annual Farm Equipment Show
17th Annual Farm Equipment Show
May 11, 2013 10:00 am – May 12, 2013 4:00 pm
Eastern Antique Power Association will host this annual event including pedal tractor races for the youngsters, a parade of power, slow tractor races, tractor pull and exhibits of memorabilia and…
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17th Annual Farm Equipment Show
Yoga Sunset Paddle
Yoga Sunset Paddle
May 13, 2013 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
LIFE JACKETS ARE REQUIRED TO BE WORN BRING A BEACH TOWEL $25 IF YOU NEED TO RENT A KAYAK $12 IF YOU HAVE YOUR OWN KAYAK …EITHER WAY, CALL FOR A RESERVATION 975.3006
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Yoga Sunset Paddle
Yoga Sunset Paddle
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 14, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 14, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd
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Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 15, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 15, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 15, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 15, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Migratory Bird River Roving
Migratory Bird River Roving
May 15, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Take a pontoon boat ride with the Estuarium naturalist and observe migratory birds returning to the woods and steams. Birds you might see include osprey, purple martins, and warblers.  No…
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Migratory Bird River Roving
Migratory Bird River Roving
Migratory Bird River Roving
Migratory Bird River Roving
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 16, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 16, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 16, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 16, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 17, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 17, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 17, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 17, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 17, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
May 17, 2013 5:00 pm – May 19, 2013 3:00 pm
Belhaven once again hosts Pirates on the Pungo Regatta on May 17-19. Attracted by Belhaven’s picturesque waterfront community, participants from Georgia, South Carolina, Virginia, DC, and Maryland come to enjoy…

Music in the Streets
Music in the Streets
May 17, 2013 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Enjoy a wonderful evening with your friends and neighbors in Historic Downtown Washington. No matter what your musical taste, you will find entertainers to delight you in this monthly musical…

Tiki Roadhouse
Tiki Roadhouse
May 17, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The finest in western swing, honky-tonk, traditional country, and tiki-bar beach music. Tiki Roadhouse performs a blended repertoire of songs from both new and classic traditional Country, Western Swing, Bakersfield Honky…

Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
May 17, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Call 252-975-2117 for tickets and information.
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Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Lorraine Jordon & The Carolina Roads Band
Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
May 17, 2013 5:00 pm – May 19, 2013 3:00 pm
Belhaven once again hosts Pirates on the Pungo Regatta on May 17-19. Attracted by Belhaven’s picturesque waterfront community, participants from Georgia, South Carolina, Virginia, DC, and Maryland come to enjoy…

Washington Triathlon
Washington Triathlon
May 18, 2013 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Presented by Inside-out sports.  2 mile open water swim, 88 mile bike, 10 mile run.

Saturday Market
Saturday Market
May 18, 2013 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Market begins on April 20th and runs thru October. Our market features local growers of fresh fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers. Our fishmongers offer fresh seafood from local waters.…

Road Bike Ride
Road Bike Ride
May 18, 2013 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Every Saturday at 8AM from Inner Banks Outfitters.  Free.  Road bike and helmets are required.  15-20 miles

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Inner Banks Outfitters Demo Day
Inner Banks Outfitters Demo Day
May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Come out and paddle!!!!  Try before you buy!

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 18, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Bath Fest
Bath Fest
May 18, 2013 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
This year’s town-sponsored arts festival will have a patriotic theme and will feature arts and crafts vendors, music and theatrical performances, food booths, hands-on arts and craft activities for children.…

Annual Cutthroat Croquet Tournament
Annual Cutthroat Croquet Tournament
May 18, 2013 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join the Beaufort County Community College Foundation as a participant or spectator as it sponsors the ninth annual Cut-throat Croquet Tournament. Charge for players, free for spectators. For more information,…

Ticks, Chiggers and Mosquitoes
Ticks, Chiggers and Mosquitoes
May 18, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Get the facts on everyone’s favorite summertime pests. Learn about their behavior, misconceptions people have about them, and most importantly how to avoid them. Meet in the Visitor Center auditorium…

Beaufort County Traditional Music Association Spring Jam
Beaufort County Traditional Music Association Spring Jam
May 18, 2013 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Benefits to the Friends of Bath Community Library. Community Jam, Instant Jam Band Contest, The Flatland Zingers, Naughty Pines, & After Jack.

Tar Heel Variety Show
Tar Heel Variety Show
May 18, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Call 252-975-2117 for tickets and information.  
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Tar Heel Variety Show
Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
May 17, 2013 5:00 pm – May 19, 2013 3:00 pm
Belhaven once again hosts Pirates on the Pungo Regatta on May 17-19. Attracted by Belhaven’s picturesque waterfront community, participants from Georgia, South Carolina, Virginia, DC, and Maryland come to enjoy…
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Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
Pirates on the Pungo Regatta
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 21, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 21, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 21, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

Owls of the East and Other Birds of Prey
Owls of the East and Other Birds of Prey
May 21, 2013 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Take a close up look at the owls of the coastal plain and also learn about eagles, hawks and osprey.  This program examines the life cycles of these amazing birds,…
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Owls of the East and Other Birds of Prey
Owls of the East and Other Birds of Prey
Owls of the East and Other Birds of Prey
Owls of the East and Other Birds of Prey
Owls of the East and Other Birds of Prey
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 22, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 22, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 22, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 22, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 22, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 23, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 23, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 23, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 23, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 23, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 24, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 24, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 24, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 24, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 24, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
May 24, 2013 5:00 pm – May 26, 2013 3:00 pm
Opening ceremonies in the afternoon with  vendors available on Friday, the 24th. On Saturday the 25th all day festivities beginning at 8am with vendors and exhibitors. Helicopter rides for a…
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20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
May 24, 2013 5:00 pm – May 26, 2013 3:00 pm
Opening ceremonies in the afternoon with  vendors available on Friday, the 24th. On Saturday the 25th all day festivities beginning at 8am with vendors and exhibitors. Helicopter rides for a…

Saturday Market
Saturday Market
May 25, 2013 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Market begins on April 20th and runs thru October. Our market features local growers of fresh fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers. Our fishmongers offer fresh seafood from local waters.…

Road Bike Ride
Road Bike Ride
May 25, 2013 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Every Saturday at 8AM from Inner Banks Outfitters.  Free.  Road bike and helmets are required.  15-20 miles

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 25, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…

Our Symbol of Freedom
Our Symbol of Freedom
May 25, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Did you know the bald eagle was not always our nation’s symbol of freedom? Come learn about this national symbol and another animal that was nominated to represent the United…

Steve Creech Trio
Steve Creech Trio
May 25, 2013 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Come out to enjoy this local Jazz Trio featuring Steve Creech on guitar, Les Sutorius on trumpet and vocals, and Tommy Smith on trombone and vocals.  
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Steve Creech Trio
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
May 24, 2013 5:00 pm – May 26, 2013 3:00 pm
Opening ceremonies in the afternoon with  vendors available on Friday, the 24th. On Saturday the 25th all day festivities beginning at 8am with vendors and exhibitors. Helicopter rides for a…
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20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
20th Annual Aurora Fossil Festival
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 28, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 28, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 28, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd
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Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 29, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 29, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 29, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 29, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 29, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 30, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 30, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 30, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 30, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 30, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
Annual BCAC Members’ Exhibit
May 31, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
‘Bluegrass Legends’ screen prints by Joshua Holton
May 31, 2013 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
Art Exhibit- “Southern Exposure” by Pat Boyd
May 31, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Washington, NC- Beaufort County artist and teacher Pat Boyd exhibits her paintings of Eastern North Carolina scenes.  She works in many different media, including watercolor, acrylic, and pen and ink,…

Art Exhibit
Art Exhibit
May 31, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Art by Students of art instructor Pat Boyd

River Roving Educational Tours
River Roving Educational Tours
May 31, 2013 10:30 am – 11:30 am
River Roving
Learn about the history and habitats of the Washington waterfront.  These boat tours cruise the Pamlico River Wednesday through Friday at 10:30 and 1:30, and Saturdays at 10:30. No admission…
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