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BEAUFORT COUNTY

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In the Heart of the Inner Banks

B Beaufort County Population: 47,759 Size: 827.97 square miles Telephone: 252-946-0079 ZIP Code: 27889 www.co.beaufort.nc.us

eaufort County has 88,000 acres of water, which is probably a good explanation why many of its municipalities have waterfronts.

In years past, those waterfronts were hubs of trade, with ships coming in to drop off goods and pick up items such as naval stores, lumber, agricultural products and items “harvested” by commercial fishermen. Although those towns retain some of their commercial-fishing history, their waterfronts have become

more recreational — and in some cases, residential — in nature.

Home to seven municipalities — Aurora, Bath, Belhaven, Chocowinity, Pantego, Washington (the county seat) and Washington Park — Beaufort County turned 300 years old in 2012.

Tourism, especially ecotourism, is a growing part of the county’s economy. Having lost many manufacturing jobs in the past 20 years, improving tourism efforts in the county could help it improve its

economy, which has suffered since the Great Recession of 2008.

The impact of domestic tourism in the county increased by 5.07 percent from 2010 to 2011, according to figures from the N.C. Department of Commerce.

Domestic tourism had an impact of $70.36 million in 2011, compared to $66.97 million in 2010. That increase, in part, is attributed to attractions like the historic town of Bath, Washington’s restored waterfront (including the new Festival Park), the

Aurora Fossil Museum, the Belhaven Memorial Museum and Goose Creek State Park.

With its many waterways, Beaufort County has plenty of recreational fishermen, commercial fishermen, boaters, canoers and kayakers.

The Pamlico River, Pungo River, Pantego Creek, Blounts Creek, Tranter’s Creek, their tributaries and other creeks provide plenty of options for paddlers.

Beaufort County Community College, known for one of the best nursing programs in the state, has a

new, state-of-the-art Katie G. Paul Nursing and Allied Health Building to help train nurses and other health-care professionals. Those nurses help staff the county’s topnotch hospitals — Vidant Beaufort Hospital and Vidant Pungo Hospital — medical offices and related fields.

Beaufort County is governed by the Beaufort County Board of Commissioners, which includes Chairman Jerry Langley, Vice Chairman Robert Cayton, Hood Richardson, Stan Deatherage, Ed Booth, Jay McRoy and Al Klemm.

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Washington The jewel on the Pamlico River

I Washington

Population: 9,730 Size: 6.8 square miles Telephone: 252-975-9300 ZIP Code: 27889 www.washingtonnc.gov

t’s Washington, the first municipality to be named for George Washington — that’s Gen. George Washington, not President George Washington.

Many longtime residents who are natives of the city refer to it as the “Original Washington.”

Don’t let them hear folks call it “Little Washington.” That’s a breach of manners. The oldtimers will let you know about it.

Washington’s location on the Pamlico River is what makes it a special place to live, according to those old-timers and newcomers. Many festivals, celebrations and other activi-

ties take place on Washington’s waterfront, which used to be a bustling river port but is now a recreational venue.

Actually, part of the city is along the Tar River. The Pamlico River and Tar River a are single body of water, but the river’s name changes at the U.S. Highway 17 Business bridge inside the city limits. It’s the Tar River west of the bridge. It’s the Pamlico River east of the bridge.

Recreation is a key part of the city’s attraction. The city boasts the McConnell Sports Complex — home to baseball/softball fields and soccer pitches. The Hildred T. Moore Aquatics and Fitness Center is located at

the sports complex on Airport Road near the city-owned Warren Field Airport. The Washington Docks provide long-term and transient docking facilities for all types of vessels, from sailboats to powerboats to a research vessel belonging to East Carolina University.

In early 2012, the city dedicated Festival Park, a new public-access site to the Pamlico River. Festival Park includes a performance venue, picnic pavilion and Papa’s Playground, a children’s playground dedicated to Gary Tomasulo, a Washington business owner who died in a tragic fall on Labor Day 2009.

In the summer of 2012, the

city unveiled a new logo as part of a new branding effort led by the city, Washington Tourism Development Authority, Washington Harbor District Alliance and the WashingtonBeaufort County Chamber of Commerce. That branding effort is expected to tout Washington as a place to study history, experience the culture of eastern North Carolina and enjoy its crowning jewel — the Pamlico River.

The city is governed by Mayor Archie Jennings and City Council members Richard Brooks, Doug Mercer, Edward Moultrie, William Pitt and Bobby Roberson.

Josh Kay serves as city manager.

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Belhaven A beautiful harbor

B Belhaven

Population: 1,688 Size: 1.9 square miles Telephone: 252-943-3055 ZIP Code: 27810 www.belhavennc.us

elhaven’s name says it all: beautiful harbor.

A visit to this town in northeastern Beaufort County proves it’s got the perfect name.

The town’s proximity to water — the Pamlico River, Pungo River and Pantego Creek — resulted in it being a busy industrial town when many goods were moved by ships and barges and before the days of trucks and airplanes.

Forestry products, agriculture and commercial fishing were

factors in the town’s beginning.

With so many waterways, it’s no surprise that water sports are a major part of the town’s activities. Sailing regattas, water skiing, wakeboarding and similar water sports are abundant during the spring, summer and early fall.

Belhaven is known far and wide for its annual Fourth of July celebration, which has been held continuously for 70 years.

Belhaven is the hometown of Eva Narcissus Boyd, also

known as Little Eva, who had a No. 1 hit in 1962 with “The Loco-Motion.” She died April 10, 2003, at age 59. She is buried in Belhaven.

The town recently completed an overhaul of its breakwater, which protects the harbor from major storms such as hurricanes.

The town is governed by Mayor Adam O’Neal and council members Steve Carawan, Robert Stanley, Howard Moore, Nelson Guy and Cynthia D. Ross.

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Chocowinity What’s in a name?

L Chocowinity

Population: 820 Size: Three square miles Telephone: 252-946-6568 ZIP Code: 27817 www.townofchocowinity.com

ike other most Beaufort County towns, Chocowinity finds itself close to the Pamlico River, which may help explain how the town got its name. Think Chocowinity is bit of an unusual name when compared to names of other towns like Aurora, Belhaven and Bath?

Well, apparently a Native American named Chocowinity, which is derived from the Indian word “chocawanteth, which apparently, means “fish from many waters.” It may also mean “otter” or “little otters.”

Historians say the area was

once populated by Tuscarora Indians. At one point, the area was known as Godley’s Crossroads. Before the Revolutionary War, it was named Chocowinity.

After the Civil War, an effort to rename the town Belvue failed.

The town became a hub of the Norfolk Southern Railway in 1910. The railway began calling the area “Marsden” in 1917, apparently because it was easier to spell on the telegraph than Chocowinity. Marsden was apparently taken from Marsden J. Perry, a financial backer who became president of the railroad.

Chocowinity was incorporated

as a town in 1959.

Chocowinity’s recent growth may be attributed, for the most part, to the emergence of nearby Cypress Landing as a residential area on Chocowinity Bay. With more than 700 home sites, Cypress Landing continues to attract many retirees with its world-class golf course, marina and community center.

There are plans for an industrial park south of the town.

The town is governed by Mayor Jimmy Mobley and Board of Commissioners members M.L. Dunbar, William Albritton, Arlene Jones and Louise Furman.

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Aurora Rich in history, naturally

F Aurora

Population: 520 Size: 1 square mile Telephone: 252-322-4611 ZIP Code: 27806 www.auroranc.org

ossil fanatics come from around the world throughout the year to visit Aurora, the Aurora Fossil Museum and participate in the annual Fossil Festival at the end of May. Just north of Aurora, a town of 520 residents, is the PotashCorp Aurora facilities, including open-pit mines and a manufacturing complex. The soil there is rich in phosphorous — and fossils.

The museum contains a wide variety of fossils unearthed in

the mining process at PotashCorp Aurora, the largest employer in Beaufort County.

Aurora is one of seven municipalities in the county.

Aurora was significantly devastated when Hurricane Irene trekked through eastern North Carolina in August 2011, with many residences, commercial buildings and churches destroyed or heavily damaged.

The southern terminal of the Pamlico River ferry route is north of the town, near the

PotashCorp Aurora complex.

The town sits astride N.C. Highway 33, an east-west route.

Richard Coffey, a former basketball player with the Minnesota Timberwolves, and John Decatur Messick, the fifth president of East Carolina University are from Aurora.

The town is governed by Mayor Clif Williams and Board of Commissioners members George Jones, Mike Patterson, Patricia Bragg and John Weeks.

Town Hall is located in a restored historic home.

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Washington Park A great place to raise a family

N Washington Park Population: 451 Size: 192 acres Telephone: 252-946-3157 ZIP Code: 27806 townofwashingtonpark.com

o, Washington Park is not a community of its neighbor, Washington.

It is a bedroom community to Washington. Washington Park is on the north shore of the Pamlico River. It’s separated from Washington by Runyon Creek. Washington Park was incorporated in 1923.

The residential community, developed by Dr. John Small, has 212 home sites, with only 12 lots remaining to be developed. One of the town’s key features is its beautiful waterfront park, where each spring town residents are treated to a picnic. Next to Town Hall is R.A. Dunston park with its tot

lot and tennis courts.

The town, which began as Cedar Grove, is a mix of old houses, new houses, established families and new families, according to the town’s website. In its past, women of the town would cook huge pots of Brunswick stew on New Year’s Day. After eating, the town’s men would plant dogwoods around the park.

Education and community were part of the town’s foundation when it was first established. The Washington Collegiate Institute once called Washington Park home. The school operated from 1913 until it closed in 1931.

Many prominent Washington residents, those who didn’t have homes on the water in Washington, maintained summer homes on the waterfront in Washington Park.

Fire and EMS services are provided by the town through a contract with the City of Washington. Police services are provided by the Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office because Washington Park does not have a police department.

Washington Park is governed

by Mayor Tom Richter and Board of Commissioners members Lee Bowen, Patrick Nash, James Pagnani, Jeff Peacock and Don Wilkinson.

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Bath History for the living

O Bath

Population: 249 Size: 1.1 square miles Telephone: 252-923-0212 ZIP Code: 27808 www.townofbathnc. embarqspace.com

ne of Bath’s claims to fame is being the oldest incorporated municipality in and the first port of entry to North Carolina.

The town came into being in 1705, seven years before Beaufort County was formed.

Another claim to fame, or infamy in this case, is that it likely was home to Blackbeard the pirate, also known as Edward Teach, or some variation thereof.

Bath is situated just off the Pamlico River and between Bath and Back creeks.

Residents and visitors alike may learn about one of the state’s most historic towns by taking advantage of what the Historic Bath State Historic Site has to offer. Many programs at the site take people back to colonial times, showing how people dressed, ate, worked and enjoyed themselves in those days.

Visitors have opportunities to learn about several historic structures, including the 1751 Palmer-Marsh House and the 1830 Bonner House.

The 1790 Van Der Veer House

is open daily and features exhibits on Bath’s early history and the restoration movement led by Edmund Harding in the 1950s. Also, the site’s visitor center offers a short film, shown on request, that traces Bath’s history from the days of Blackbeard into the 21st century.

The town is governed by Mayor Jimmy Latham and Board of Commissioners members John Taylor, Jay Hardin, Keith Tankard and Patricia Duffer.

Bubs Carson serves as town administrator.

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Pantego Quaintness on Pantego Creek

L Pantego

Population: 179 Size: 0.8 of a square mile Telephone: 252-943-2832 ZIP Code: 27860

ooking for a community that’s small and rural in nature?

Look no farther than Pantego, Beaufort County’s smallest incorporated town. Pantego, situated along U.S. Highway 264, is the definition of a quaint, country town. The town sits along Pantego Creek.

Although its seen better days, the presence of Tidewater Electric Membership Corporation’s headquarters and Shavender Trucking (the motto “If it’s lavender, it’s Shavender” refers to its trucks sporting a lavender color scheme) indicates the town will continue to have a vi-

able commercial component.

Pantego was once home to a school built in 1874. It opened as a private school, Pantego Academy. It became Pantego High School in 1907. It was converted to Pantego Academy Historical Museum several years ago. The museum, part of the Ye Olde Academy site, is filled with historic items from the school and town. The old building is on the National Register of Historic Places.

The town boasts a community park near the bridge that passes over Pantego Creek.

The town’s municipal building once served as the first school

in Beaufort County.

The Pantego Volunteer Fire Department puts on its annual Mud Run each July 4. The event is a major fundraiser for the department.

Just outside Pantego is Terra Ceia Farms, world-famous for producing flower bulbs and other blooming plants. When the tulip plants are in full bloom, the areas around the farm are awash in vibrant colors.

The town is governed by Mayor Glenda Jackson and Board of Commissioners members Matt Benson, Richard Craig, Robert Floyd Edwards, Chad Keech and Stuart Ricks.

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The basics: Community info I f you are looking to relocate to Beaufort County or one of its seven municipalities, there is a lot to be done to establish residency. Whether it is finding a home, a job or a school, relocation can be a formidable task.

The following is some mustknow information to help simplify your move to Beaufort County.

How can I find a job in Beaufort County?

Employment/ Personnel Agencies Executive Personnel Group 1604 Carolina Ave., Suite 100 Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-7119 Fax: 252-946-9856

JobLink

1385 John Small Avenue Washington

252-946-3116

TESI Staffing and Employee Services

731 West 15th Street Washington Sq. Mall Annex Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-1588 Fax: 252-946-3718 wsh@tesiteam.com

City of Washington Dept. of Human Resources 102 E. 2nd Street P.O. Box 1988 Washington, N.C. 27889

http://www.washington-nc.com/jobs.aspx

What options do I have when it comes to public transportation?

Public Transportation Beaufort County Developmental Center, Inc. (operating as Beaufort Area Transit System – BATS) 1537 West 5th Street Washington, North Carolina 27889

252-946-5778 Fax: 252-946-0010 For the hearing impaired, please call the Telecommunications Relay Service: TDD: 1-800-735-2962 Voice: 1-800-735-8262

dgriffin@bcdcsolutions.org General Public Schedule: Monday through Friday. Trips generated inside the City Limits $5. Trips generated outside the City Limits $12.50. One-on-one service is when you go to any destination by yourself, no other passengers accompany you on the trip.

Shared trips are already established trips, these are available on a seat availability basis only. On shared trips you will be accompanied by other passengers. All fares are for round trips.

Inter-city transport to Beaufort County Community College fare is $48.00 per month. Outside the city limits fare to Beaufort County Community College is $53.00 per month. Fares are based on $1.62 per mile

Bayview/Aurora Ferry

The free ferry crosses the Pamlico River in 30 minutes

Year-round departures from Bayview: 5:30 a.m., 7 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 9:15 p.m. and 11 p.m.

229 N.C. Highway 306 North Bath, N.C. 27808 252-964-4521 Year-round departures from Aurora: 6:15 a.m., 7:45 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:50 p.m., 2:15 p.m., 4:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 10 p.m., 12:30 a.m.

N.C. Highway 306 South Aurora, N.C. 27806 252-964-4521 For more information, call 800-2933779 or go to www.ncferry.org.

Warren Field (OCW)

Tradewind Aviation International LLC 252-946-1390 200 Airport Road Washington, N.C. 27889

Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. For service after hours, call 252-975-9320. Publicly owned by the City of Washington.

Where should I go for medical attention?

Health Care Vidant Beaufort Hospital 628 E. 12th Street Washington, N.C. 27889

252-975-4100 www.beaufortregionalhealthsystem.org/

Vidant Pungo Hospital 202 E. Water Street Belhaven, N.C. 27810

252-943-2111 http://www.pungodistricthospital.org/

Bayview/Aurora Ferry Metro Community Health Services

120 West Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Washington, N.C. 27889

252-940-0602 http://www.healthcare.com/profile/ metro-community-health-services/

Who can I call to help me find a home?

Find a Realtor CENTURY 21 The Realty Group - Washington 162 W. Main Street Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-2121 800-622-7356 c21frontdesk@suddenlinkmail.com

Coldwell Banker Coastal Rivers Realty 239 West Main Street Washington, N.C. 27889

252-975-8010 800-709-5056 f: 252-975-8020

Low Tide Realty 112 S. Main St Bath, N.C. 27808

252-923-9310 Fax: 252-923-9320

Pamlico Properties

222 Stewart Parkway, Suite 202 Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-9808 Fax: 252-975-2349 TDD: 800-735-2962 pamlicoproperties@yahoo.com

Properties Down East, Inc. 319 W. 2nd St Washington N.C. 27889-4890

Somerset, LLC

252-940-GROW (4769) SomersetNC@gmail.com www.somersetNC.com

The Rich Company MAIN OFFICE:

1468 Carolina Avenue Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-8021 (TF): 800-849-2456 (F): 252-946-1749

Cypress Landing Realty

BATH OFFICE:

252-946-3636 (Phone & Fax)

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN OFFICE:

201 Pamlico Lane, Chocowinity, N.C. 27817

GAE Enterprises, Inc. 252-943-8597 252-943-1185 252-833-4922

800-633-9208

147 West Main Street Washington, N.C. 27889

252-644-1234 (TF): 866-375-8294 (F): 252-946-1819

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What do I need to do to register for school?

Register for school Learn which public school your student is eligible to attend: Online: http://lebeatr01.beaufort.k12. nc.us/edulog/webquery/ In person:

Beaufort County School District

321 Smaw Road Washington, N.C. 27889

By phone: 252-946-6593 F: (252) 975-2752 If you know which school, register at the school by bringing the student’s birth certificate and two forms that prove residency (i.e. utility bill or lease agreement).

For school addresses, go to: http://beaufort.schoolfusion.us

Washington Montessori Public Charter School 2330 Old Bath Highway Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-1977 main office 252-946-5938 fax Email: office@wmpcs.org WMPCS is a public school open to all children. There are no fees or tuition. To enroll a student an application must be

submitted to the administrative office.

The annual lottery is held at an open session Board of Trustees Meeting in January before the upcoming school year. Applicants’ names are pulled at random to fill any available slots. Siblings of currently enrolled students that have been at WMPCS the prior year are given priority in order to ensure that brothers and sisters can attend together.

For children who do not receive a slot at lottery their names are placed on a waiting list. If you are interested in learning more about Washington Montessori Public Charter School call 252-946-1977 and schedule a time for an orientation.

Orientations are held on most Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Terra Ceia Christian School

4428 Christian School Road Pantego, N.C. 27860

Phone: 252-943-2485 Fax: 252-944-0458 www.tccschool.com The school’s admissions process starts with an affirmation of the school’s statement of faith. Contact the school for a tour and introduction to staff.

The enrollment fee is $100 and the application is available online or at the school. Return the application with your pastor’s confidential recommendation

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form (also available online and at the school). The final step will be to meet the school board.

Pungo Christian Academy 983 West Main Street Belhaven, N.C. 27810

252-943-2678 Fax: 252-943-3292 info@pungochristianacademy.com The application is available online at http://www.pungochristianacademy. com/ and at the school.

All students entering Pungo Christian Academy, Inc. for the first time are given provisional admission to the academy.

This means that the student is admitted to the school on a trial basis for six weeks. At the end of the six-week period, the staff will review the student’s emotional, social, and academic progress. If the staff determines that the student has made a successful adjustment, he will be accepted.

Emmanuel Christian School 3078 U.S. Highway 17 North, Washington, N.C. 27889

252-975-6255 Applications are available at the school.

For more information, contact the school via Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Emmanuel-ChristianSchool-Washington-NC

Beaufort Community College Hope Mennonite School 680 Mainstem Road Belhaven, N.C. 27810

252-935-5103

Mount Olive College at Washington

4525 Highway 264 West, Washington, N.C. 27889

252-940-0146 866-316-1757 admissions.washington@moc.edu

Beaufort County Community College 5337 Highway 264 East P.O. Box 1069 Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-6194 http://www.beaufort.cc.nc.us/

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Where can I find out about operating a motor vehicle in Beaufort County?

Get a Driver’s License and register a vehicle: Washington Department of Motor Vehicles

1821 Carolina Avenue Highway 17 North Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-3995 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Where can we get a marriage license?

Get a marriage license: Beaufort County Register Of Deeds

112 W. 2nd Street Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-2323 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday Closed for holidays.

Who do I need to see about paying property taxes in Beaufort County?

Pay taxes: Beaufort County Tax Assessor 220 N. Market Street, Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-7981 Fax: 252-946-3947 bobby.parker@co.beaufort.nc.us To search the county’s property assessment records through GIS maps, go to http://www.co.beaufort.nc.us/index.php/ property-maps/ To pay property taxes online, go to https://www.ccpaymentservice.com/ BeaufortTax

Now that I have a new home, where do I go for utilities?

Utilities Arranging for service in Washington:

Applications can be completed by visiting a Customer Service Representative in the lobby of the Municipal Building, 102 E. Second Street between 8:15 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday (closed holidays). You will need the following information to establish a new service: Driver’s License (or other identification), Social Security number, Physical Address of the home or business, Billing address of the home or business (if different from physical ad-

dress), Telephone number for the home or business, Rent receipt or copy of lease (renters only), Employer’s name, address and telephone number, Reference’s name, address and telephone number, A letter of credit from past utility company or a local co-signer (new customers), City of Washington privilege license number (businesses only), Federal tax identification number (businesses only), Change of Use permit (business only), Information about the nature of the business (business only). Charges: The following fees are required to connect utilities or to transfer an account name.

Payment is by cash, check or VISA or MasterCard charge or debit card.

Electricity connection - $25.75, Water/ sewer connection - $15, Inspections fee (if required) - $25. An inspection of the premises is required if utility service has been off for 30 days or more. Deposit (if required): Deposits can be waived if the customer brings in a letter showing good credit from a past utility company or has a two-year or more existing Washington Electric Utilities customer with good credit sign a letter of guarantee. Rates: Monthly charges for electric, water and sewer service are based on the type of customer (for instance, residential or commercial), location of service and other factors.

Washington Utilities Customer Service

(252) 975-9300 www.washington-nc.com/departments/ utilities/

Arranging for service in Aurora: Aurora Town Hall

252-322-4611 auroranc.org The Town of Aurora provides water and sewer services.

Arranging for service in Bath: Craven Street Bath, NC 27808

252-923-0917

Arranging for service in Belhaven:

before filling it so that we may give you a meter to determine gallons used.

Kevin Brickhouse Public Works Director

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

252-946-6568

252-943-3055 The town provides electricity, water, sewer, and garbage disposal. Garbage is collected each Monday. You will be notified if there are any changes.

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Arranging for service in Chocowinity:

111 W 2nd St. Washington, NC 27889

Town of Chocowinity provides water and sewer to residences and businesses inside the town limits and the Cypress Landing area. All water/sewer bills are mailed out on the last day of the month and are due on the 25th of each month. If your payment is not made by the 25th of the month, a late charge of $10 will be added to your balance and your water may be cut off. There will be a $25 reconnection fee added to the past due balance and the entire amount must be paid before service will be reconnected. No second notice will be given. Reconnections will be made only during regular business hours. Water Flow Rate (Inside/Outside): $2.00 per 1,000 gallons of water used up to 4,000 gallons, $2.50 per 1,000 gallons of water used between 4,001 to 8,000 gallons, $3.00 per 1,000 gallons of water used from 8,001 gallons and up. Sewer Flow Rate (Inside/Outside): $5.85 per 1,000 gallons of water used up to 4,000 gallons, $7.30 per 1,000 gallons of water used between 4,001 to 8,000 gallons, $8.78 per 1,000 gallons of water used from 8,001 gallons and up.

Customers are charged WATER & SEWER when they irrigate their lawns. We can adjust the sewer for a pool or a hot tub. If you are filling either one, please let us know

After 5:00 p.m.

252-975-2730

Beaufort County Government Water Department Work Phone: 975-0720 Work Fax: 975-0488 Work Email: curtis.jett@co.beaufort.nc.us

Other Local Utilities Tideland EMC

Tideland Electric Membership Corporation is a not-for-profit cooperative born from the merger of four electric utilities.

Corporate Office 25831 Hwy. 264 East P.O. Box 159 Pantego, N.C. 27860

Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Night deposit box available Outages 800.882.1001 252.944.2400 252.943.3046 800.637.1079 Fax 252.943.3510 mailroom@tidelandemc.com

Natural Gas

Natural gas service is provided by North Carolina Natural Gas Corp. To arrange for service, call NCNG at 1-800-2756264.

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Telephone Service

Cable Television/ Internet

Sprint or Tri-County Telecom, depending on location, provides local telephone service.

Cable television service in the Washington City Limits and surrounding area is provided by Suddenlink. Call (252) 946-3308 to arrange service.

Sprint

2063 West 15th Street Washington

252-355-9111 252-946-2312 www.sprint.com

TriCounty Telecom

2193 N.C. 99 Highway South P.O. Box 520 Belhaven, N.C. 27810

Questions@goTriCounty.com Fax: 252-964-2211 Main Office: 252-964-8000 or 252-927-8000 Internet and Cable TV Support: 252-927-TECH Landline Repair (Day or Night): 611 from a TriCounty Local Telephone Web Hosting Support: 252-927-4WEB Corporate Website: www.goTriCounty.biz Community News & Events Website: www.goTriCounty.com Online Yellow Pages: www.gotricountyyellowpages.com

CenturyLink

1901 Charles Boulevard, Suite 1000 Greenville, N.C. 27858

(252) 321-2789 Centurylink.com Products: Internet Service, Local Phone Service, Long Distance, Modems Available, Small Business, TV Service, Verizon Wireless

Reds Cable Television Bath, N.C. P.O. Box 202 Farmville, N.C. 27828

cable@redcable.com 252-753-3074 Products: HD Cable, Internet

Suddenlink Communications 910 Hackney Ave Washington, N.C. 27889

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

252-946-3308 877-694-9474 877-794-2724 suddenlink.com Products: Cable, Internet, Telephone, Security

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ON THE WATER

LARRY BOYD

Fishing and Boating

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ith some 88,000 acres of water covering the 828 square miles of Beaufort County, it is understandable when people refer to this region as the “Heart of the Inner Banks.” Nautical enthusiasts of all shapes and sizes know that the Inner Banks has a lot to offer on the water.

The Pamlico River stretches 30 nautical miles from U.S. Highway 17 Business in Washington to the Pamlico Sound in the East. From Aurora to Washington,

sailors have plenty of ports to choose from along the Pamlico and its tributaries, including the Pungo River, Bath Creek, Blounts Creek, Broad Creek and Chocowinity Bay. The city docks along the Washington waterfront are open year-round for both long-term and transient boaters. Boaters can choose to anchor in the harbor or pull up along the docks.

The Carolina Wind Yachting Center is a onestop shop for boating-related

services, including new and used boat sales, boat slips and a mooring field, marina services, showers and laundry facilities.

Some of the other marinas worth checking out include Bath Harbor Marina, Broad Creek Marina, McCotter’s Marina, the Washington Yacht and Country Club and Cypress Landing Marina.

Looking for paddle power?

Inner Banks Outfitters at the Haven’s Gardens boat ramp on Runyon Creek has developed a following for kayakers wanting to explore

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the waters of Beaufort County. Open year-round, visitors and residents can find kayaks to rent or purchase at IBX Outfitters.

They can also join one of the organized group events known as “paddles.”

For the bait-and-tackle set, the waters of Beaufort County are stocked with a wide variety of game and non-game fish, including catfish, largemouth bass, red drum, Southern flounder, spotted seatrout, sunfish and white perch.

Boaters can access the water through numerous boat ramps scattered throughout the county, including: • Havens Gardens along Runyon Creek, Washington • Duck Creek off Hawkins Beach Road • Dinah’s Landing at the end of Dinah’s Landing Road • Crisp Landing on Blount’s Creek at end of Crisp Landing Road • Belhaven ramp off Water Street on Pantego Creek • Mason’s Landing off Clark’s Neck Road at Tranter’s

Creek • Smith’s Creek ramp, 10 miles east of Aurora off N.C. Highway 33

• South Creek ramp at the east end of Main Street, Aurora.

Regardless of whether

you are here for a day or a lifetime, you don’t have far to go to find fun on the water in Beaufort County.

What license do I need to go hunting or fishing?

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hen it comes to recreation, Beaufort County and eastern North Carolina have a lot to offer outdoor sportsmen. Big game hunters can go for bear, deer and wild turkey. Fishing is plentiful on the Pamlico River and the Pamlico Sound.

There truly is something for everyone.

Here is a list of necessities for those looking to head out into the wild.

Fishing and hunting licenses

Purchase a license using one of the following options:

By phone:

888-248-6834, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Online:

ttp://www.ncwildlife.org/Licensing/ HuntingFishingTrappingLicenses.aspx

In person, at one of the following agencies:

252-923-2361

Division of Marine Fisheries Pamlico District Office

2018 Cotton Patch Road Chocowinity, N.C. 27817

943 Washington Square Mall Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-6481 800-338-7804

Cotton Patch Landing 252-946-8226 Vessel Agent:

Park Boat Company, Inc.

License & Vessel Agents:

1589 West 5th St. Washington, N.C. 27889

240 W. Main St Washington, N.C. 27889

License Agents:

Warren’s Sport Headquarters 252-946-0960

Belhaven Community Chamber of Commerce 125 W. Main Street Belhaven, N.C. 27810

252-943-3770

Riddick & Windley, Inc. 235 Pamlico St. Belhaven, N.C. 27810

252-943-2205

Quarterdeck of Bath, LLC 503 Carteret Street Bath, N.C. 27808

252-946-3248

Mike’s Mini Mart

1769 N.C. Highway 33 East Chocowinity, N.C. 27817

252-946-9433

Walmart #1354

570 Pamlico Plaza Washington, N.C. 27889

252-975-2083

East Side Bait And Tackle 1218 John Small Ave. Washington, N.C. 27889

252-946-2186

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Community Calendar Art Walk

Main and Market streets, Washington

Four times a year, the public is invited to experience an evening of art throughout downtown.

Visit gallery receptions, talk to the artists and buy some gifts, made locally. Upcoming dates: Nov. 8, 2012, Feb. 14, 2013, May 9, 2013 and Aug. 8, 2013.

River Roving Educational Tours

North Carolina Estuarium, 223 E. Water St., Washington 252-948-0000

Learn about the local estuary system on this pontoon boat ride on the Pamlico and Tar rivers. Wednesday through Saturday, advanced reservations required. Free of charge.

April — Mid-October

April — Mid-October

Music in the Streets

Saturday Market

The streets of downtown Washington fill with musicians and music lovers on the third Friday of every month from April to October. Listen to local talent, stroll historic downtown and get a bite to eat at one of Washington’s many restaurants.

Local farmers, artists and crafters bring their homemade goods to sell on the waterfront.

Saturdays from April to October, 8 a.m. to noon.

Main and Market streets, Washington

Tar Landing Jam

Twice a year, the Beaufort County Traditional Music Association hosts this bluegrass/ old time/traditionally progressive music festival. On Nov. 3, the performance will benefit Bath High School Preservation. For more information, visit www. bctma.org.

Stewart Parkway at Main Street, Washington

Wednesdays from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday Market Beaufort County Developmental Center 1534 W. Fifth Street, Washington

Buy fresh herbs, flowers and produce from the BCDC greenhouse, along with a variety of art and locally grown produce. Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.

Sept. 15

Downtown Motown Festival Park, Washington 252-296-3969

A star-studded review featuring your favorite Motown music.

Tickets are $20 at the gate, $15 prior to the event. Show starts at 2 p.m. Call 252-947-1487 for more information.

Sept. 22

Beaufort County’s 300th Anniversary Festival Park, Washington

Oral histories, gospel choirs, Civil War re-enactors, the Craig Woolard Band, the North Carolina Symphony and fireworks in Festival Park in celebration of the county’s 300th birthday. Free to the public.

Begins at noon.

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Oct. 24

Dec. 2

Fine Arts Show

Chocowinity Parade Carteret and Main streets, Chocowinity

Washington Civic Center

Opening reception for the premier event of the Beaufort County Arts Council held at the Washington Civic Center.

The juried show features artists from across North Carolina.

Guaranteed sales open at 7 p.m., reception for the public at 8 p.m. Call the BCAC for more information: 252-946-2504

October 26-27 Smoke on the Water Stewart Parkway, Washington

Smoke on the Water is one of Washington’s most anticipated events. The annual event features eastern North Carolinastyle barbecue and chili cookoffs, car show, artisans, vendors and music. A 5K and 10K road race will be held during the event.

Dec. 1

Hometown Holidays Stewart Parkway, Washington

Washington Christmas Parade, Hometown Holidays and 9th Christmas Flotilla. Beaufort County Arts Council’s Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show, Washington Civic Center. Local arts and crafts that make great holiday gifts.

Oct. 28

Nov. 10

Multicultural Festival

Pamlico-Tar River Foundation Oyster Roast and Auction

Beebe Memorial Park

Experience the many cultures of Beaufort County at this outdoor event held at Beebe Memorial Park on Bridge Street. 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Call the Arts Council for more information 252-9462504.

Corner of Main and Gladden streets, Washington

This is the main fundraising event of the year for PTRF, the grassroots organization that’s been protecting our rivers and dependent wildlife for 30 years.

Dec. 2

Bath Christmas Parade

Carteret and Main streets, Bath

Dec. 5

Belhaven Christmas Parade Main Street, Belhaven

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Craft Show

The Blind Center, 221 N. Harvey St., Washington 252-946-6208

Local crafters will display and sell their beautiful handmade products that include crocheted items, quilts, aprons, dish towels, jewelry, scarves, pocketbooks, wire crafts, placemats, embroidery, glycerin soaps, intarsia wood art, rustic stools and hiking sticks, stained glass, painted glass, wood turning, and pottery.

Dec. 9

Spirit of Christmas 252-923-3971

Get into the spirit by visitng the Palmer-Marsh House, Bonner House, and Visitor Center in Bath from noon to 4 p.m. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of Christmas past with music, food and decorated homes.

Free of charge.

April 27

Washington Marine Market and BoCO Music Festival Stewart Parkway and Festival Park, Washington

Two festivals in one: all things marine combined with great music all day long. 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

January

Feb. 7 – 9

Friends of Brown Library Book Sale

Wildlife Arts Festival

Washington Civic Center

Washington Civic Center

With over 20,000 titles at a fraction of the cover price, this three-day event is Friends of Brown Library’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds go to buy needed supplies and pay for programming at the library. www. friendsofbrownlibrary.com.

Carving and calling competitions, DockDogs contest, wildlife art, live and silent auctions and banquet. www. eastcarolinawildfowlguild.com

Mid-May

Washington Triathlon

Sponsored by Inside-Out Sports. Triathlons of 100 miles, 50 miles and the Washington Sprint Triathlon. Call the Washington-Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce for more information. 252-9469168

We’re here waiting for you.

The Original Washington invites you to come, play & stay awhile.

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August

Late May

Dancing With OUR Stars

Aurora Fossil Festival

Washington High School auditorium, Washington

Main Street, Aurora

Artists, vendors, parade and street dance. www. aurorafossilmuseum.com

Local residents sing and dance their way through this fun show that benefits the Beaufort County food pantry, Eagle’s Wings. www. dancefordonations.com

Late May

Bath Fest Main Street, Bath

Bath Fest and Beaufort County Community College’s annual Cutthroat Croquet Tournament fundraiser. Artists, vendors, food, 4-H displays and more. www.bathfest.com Late May

Pirates on the Pungo Belhaven

A sailing regatta to benefit the Vidant Pungo Hospital Foundation in Belhaven.

Three days of fun for sailors and landlubbers alike! Dinner, dancing and great sailing. www. piratesonpungo.org June 7-8

Washington Summer Festival

Stewart Parkway and Festival Park, Washington

Vendors, bands, carnival rides and more.

August

Pickin’ on the Pamlico

Festival Park, Washington

July 4

Belhaven 4th of July celebration Main Street, Belhaven

An all-day celebration with food, vendors, music, parade, Miss Independence competition and fireworks.

July 4

Washington 4th of July celebration Festival Park, Washington

Fun contests, music and fireworks on the waterfront in downtown Washington.

Washington Harbor District Alliance’s big fundraiser of the year: a crab-pickin’, shrimppeeling, foot-stomping affair — band included. www. washingtononthewater.com

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Washington, NC 27889

Jay Wickham CLU, LUTCF

Belhaven Crossing Belhaven, NC 27810 943-6388

101 Bernard Ct. Chocowinity, NC 27817 974-2440

WASHINGTON’S FUN ZONE a little less fast ...a lot more FUN!

• Bike and Kayak Rentals • Bike and Kayak Sales • Bike Repairs on site

LIVE MUSIC!

Burgers • Seafood & FUN

1050 East Main Street Washington, NC 252-975-3006 www.innerbanksoutfitters.com

Hours: Tuesday - Sunday.

Located at the boat ramp at Havens Garden

975-1090

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River Road CHURCH of CHRIST

3805 River Road, P.O. Box 834, Washington, NC 27889 Phone: (252) 946-8555 A CAPPELLA SINGING — SUNDAY — — WEDNESDAY — 7:00 pm Bible Study 10:00 am Bible Classes Morning Worship 11:00 am Evening Worship 6:00 pm Visit Us Soon!

The River Road Church of Christ is very visitor friendly. You will be made to feel welcome in low key fashion — you will not be singled out or embarrassed in any way. Simply sit and listen — or, better yet, participate.

Right now is a great time to visit.

• Bible Correspondence Courses • Home Bible Studies — SERVICES OFFERED — • Bible Literature (variety of subjects)

Sunny Window!

Playing with my Dog!

Playing with my Boy!

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Adventure & Entertainment

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Fishibx.com

hether you come to Beaufort County for a day or forever, you will find many places, both indoor and outdoor, to enjoy.

The mild weather allows visitors to spend the day at one of our many parks or curl up with a good book at the library.

Those are just some of the variety of options that are open to the public.

706 River Hills Drive, Greenville

252-495-1803 mitch@fishibx.com www.fishibx.com Specialize in inshore, guided fishing charters, targeting the hottest fishing opportunities of the season, putting customers within casting distance of trophy red drum, schooling striped bass, reel screaming tarpon, and back water trout and flounder.

Pamlico Sea Base

419 Camp Boddie Boy Scout Road, Blounts Creek

Where can I find some outdoor adventure in Beaufort County?

Parks

Belhaven Waterfront

Goose Creek State Park

Beach area and swimming, docking for boats within easy walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants.

2190 Camp Leach Road, Washington

goose.creek@ncmail.net www.ncparks.gov/Visit/main.php 252-923-2191 State Park - hiking, kayaking, swimming, nature center, nature trails, tent camping, picnic areas, canoe access and trail, boat ramp, fishing

Havens Gardens 1001 Park Drive, Washington

252-975-9367 Located along the Pamlico River, the park comprises two covered picnic shelters, playground equipment, fishing pier and open grass areas for volleyball, tag football and other activities. For a small charge, groups may reserve picnic shelters.

Off Leash Dog Park

Corner of 4th and Brown streets, Washington

252-975-9367 Located on the corner of 4th and Brown Street. Free to all dog owners. Open daily from 7:15 a.m. until dusk.

Festival Park 119 East Water Street, Washington

252-975-9367 ext. 223 A waterfront park with a picnic shelter, performance venue, and Adirondack swing set adjacent to the North Carolina Estuarium. The park hosts festivals, outdoor concerts, movies in the park, and amusement rides during special events.

Papa’s Playground provides a nauticalthemed play area for children.

East Water Street, Belhaven

Bonner’s Point Front and S. Main streets, Bath

This gorgeous spot has seen a few outdoor weddings in recent years. Bonner’s Point is a public park located at the south end of town with commanding views west across Bath Creek and south across the Pamlico River.

Little Washington Sailing Club Washington waterfront

www.littlewashingtonsailingclub.org/ A sailing school for youth. The club has six 14-foot Vanguard 420 sailboats used for training students to sail. The program promotes self-reliance, awareness of safety, sportsmanship, teamwork, selfconfidence and respect for others.

Inner Banks Outfitters

1050 East Main Street, Washington,

Adventure

252.975.3006 www.innerbanksoutfitters.com Conveniently located on the shores of the Pamlico River and near the Havens Gardens public boat ramp, IBX Outfitters offers sales and rentals of kayaks, bikes, stand-up paddleboards and Elliptigos.

The store also performs bike repairs and has kayak and bike accessories for sale. Events include full moon paddles, wine and cheese paddles, kayak and paddleboard lessons and group bike rides.

Tradewinds Sky Sports

PCM Skatepark

Beebe Memorial Park 1101 N. Bridge Street, Washington

252-975-9367

Veterans Park 404 E. Third St., Washington

200 Airport Road, Washington

252-946-0647 www.tradewindskysports.com Tradewind Sky Sports specializes in firsttime tandem skydiving. A professional staff has over 30 years of combined skydiving experience, making Tradewinds one of the leading skydiving and studenttraining facilities in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.

East Coast Wake Park 4197 Old Pactolus Road, Pactolus

919- 801-3507 One of North Carolina’s few wakeboarding parks. Pulls wakeboarders with cable, jetski, and boat options. Rail instruction offered.

231 East 7th Street, Washington

www.pcmskatepark.com This outdoor, bowl skateboard park is open and free to the public. A cool place where anyone who’s able can go and skate ’til they drop!

Tar-Pam Guide Service 107 Riley Place, Washington 252-945-9715

www.tarpamguide.com richard@tarpamguide.com Tar-Pam Guide Service is a professional year-round fishing guide service fishing out of Washington, NC on the Pamlico River and Pamlico Sound. Specializing in light tackle fishing for speckled trout, red drum, tapon, striped bass, flounder, and shad.

Hours of operation: 24 hours/7 days a week.

252-522-1521 www.pamlicoseabase.org A year-round, high adventure camp nestled on the banks of the Pamlico River. We are a short drive from historic Washington, and are open to Scouts and non Scouts alike. We offer kayaking treks to the OBX, canoeing, jet skis, and a sailing program that includes everything from Sunfish to a 72’ schooner. Cabins and conference rentals too!

Hematomas Paintball 607 Haw Branch Road, Chocowinity

252-946-9656 info@hematomaspaintball.net Eastern North Carolina’s premiere paintball field and Proshop. With one of the best and most well maintained paintball fields in the state, Hematoma Paintball covers eastern North Carolina like no one else. Birthday and bachelor parties, corporate team building.

Extreme Action Park

1878 U.S. Highway 17 Business, Chocowinity

252-946-6076 Skating rink with gameroom and snackbar. Offering summer skate camps and birthday parties.

Recreation Centers Susie Gray McConnell 101 Airport Road, Washington

252-948-9420 Soccer fields, lighted youth softball and baseball fields, concessions area, restroom facilities, playground, picnic tables, walking trails, archery range, and aquatic & fitness center. This facility has been made possible by a $1 million gift in memory of Susie Gray Moore McConnell, a native of Washington, by her husband John P. McConnell of Raleigh, plus additional public funds.

Moore Aquatic and Fitness Center (at Susie Gray McConnell) Houses a 25-yard indoor swimming pool, wading pool, fitness room with

29 weight and cardiovascular machines, meeting room, tanning deck. Use is by membership. Daily open swim periods offered for non-members.

with elevated, lighted boardwalk through a wetland area east of the North Carolina Estuarium. The waterfront is popular with walkers.

Bobby Andrews Rec Center

Is there anything unique to do or see in Beaufort County?

231 E. Seventh Street, Washington

252-975-9309 Open 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday; closed Saturday and Sunday Houses a game room and gymnasium.

When not reserved for organized sports, gym is available for basketball free-play.

Adults, 18 and older, pay a fee of $1 per adult.

Entertainment Historic Washington Ghost Walk

252-493-1934 Walk down the haunted streets of Washington with guide Terry Rollins.

Tickets can be purchased at The General’s Store on Main Street.

Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center 310 W. Main Street, Washington

252-975-9368 senior.center@washingtonnc.gov www.ci.washington.nc.us/recreation_ seniors.aspx NC Senior Center of Excellence serving seniors 55+ and their caregivers. We have an on-site fitness room and classes ranging from aerobics to yoga to chair exercises. Also have a media center and billiards room. Art classes, bingo and clubs.

Where can I find some cultural inspiration?

Museums Aurora Fossil Museum 400 Main Street, Aurora

252-322-4238 A non-profit fossil education resource center. The museum’s mission is to increase knowledge of the geology and paleontology of the coastal plains of North Carolina.

Exhibits, outreach programs, field studies and a fossil pile, affectionately dubbed the ‘Pit of the Pungo’, an unlimited source of Miocene age fossils donated by the local phosphate mine.

Pantego Academy Historical Museum 46 Academy Street, Pantego

252-943-2200 The stated purposes of the association according to its by laws are the preservation of the original Pantego Academy building; collecting and preserving Pantego High School memorabilia; establishing a Pantego area historical museum; and assisting in local preservation. Fall Days and Farm Ways is a yearly festival held at the Academy.

North Carolina Estuarium 223 E. Water St., Washington

252-948-0000 www.partnershipforthesounds.org/ NorthCarolinaEstuarium.aspx River roving educational river tours.

Wednesday through Saturday, as well as over 200 exhibits, aquariums, special programming and works of art, the

Tar Heel Variety Theater 485 Carrow Road, Chocowinity

Estuarium is dedicated to the unique ecosystem of eastern North Carolina’s estuaries and its effect on local culture.

Belhaven Memorial Museum

East Main St. Belhaven, 2nd floor of old Belhaven Town Hall

The Belhaven Memorial Museum is a non-profit organization whose mission is to collect, display and preserve historical and cultural artifacts and objects and to stimulate and encourage interest and support of the history, art, science and culture of the Belhaven area, of Beaufort County, and of eastern North Carolina.

The museum builds upon the original collection of Mrs. Eva Blount Way (18691962).

Historic Bath State Historic Site Historic Bath 207 Carteret St., Bath

252-923-3971 www.nchistoricsites.org/bath Offering a variety of programming throughout the year for children and adults including free movies, special heritage events and tours of North Carolina’s oldest town, once home to the infamous pirate Blackbeard. Exhibits include “Opening the Doors to Bath’s History–May 5, 1962.”

Boat Tours Miss Bea Charters

252.402.5564 www.missbeacharters.com Explore the river on this 22-foot C-Dory.

Pickups in either Washington or Bath.

Belle of Washington Stewart Parkway, Washington

252-974-0919 thebelleofwashington@yahoo.com www.belleofwashington.com Come take a voyage down the Pamlico River in style...The Belle of Washington

regularly schedules dinner cruises, sunset cruises, and private charters for weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, and anniversaries. Seating for 48 in the dining room.

252-975-2117 Family entertainment, live music, singing acts, comedy and more.

Carolina Wind Yachting Center

Union Alley Coffee House, Inner Banks Artisans’ Center 158 W. Main Street, Washington

411 W. Main Street, Washington

252-946-4653 www.carolinawind.com Charter a sailboat for trips nearby to Bath and bays off the Pamlico River or go farther afield to Ocracoke and Cape Lookout. Plan a 3-day weekend, 4-day midweek, week-long or custom charter with your destinations of choice in mind.

Jeanie B Stewart Parkway, Dock C, Washington

252-671-0080 jeanieb.com The Jeanie B offers spacious decks with seating for up to 25 passengers.

Accommodations below decks provide comfort and convinience, full bathrooms with showers, sleeping quarters for 12 passengers and a full kitchen. Day sails and sunset cruises can take advantage of the wide waters of the Pamilco River while extended trips have the option to reach points of interest such as Ocracoke and beyond. The boat is fully equipped to handle your corporate, leadership or youth trips. The Jeanie B provides a unique setting for birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions.

Stewart Parkway & Waterfront Docks Stewart Parkway, Washington

252-975-9367 ext. 21 docks@washingtonnc.gov www.washingtonncmarina.com Recently renovated, the waterfront now features 36 boat slips with water, electricity and sewer pumpout. Additional dockage for visiting boaters. Floating dock for canoe launch.

Waterfront brick promenade connects

Beaufort County Traditional Music Association

www.bctma.org There’s music to be found at the Union Alley Coffee House in the Inner Banks Artisans’ Center: Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., local musicians get together for open jams. Weekend shows with outstanding visiting performers and open mic shows featuring local talent.

Way Off Broadway Players Belhaven

252-943-3796 This well-rehearsed theater troupe puts on shows a few times a year.

Libraries Aurora Library, 524 Main Street, Aurora, 252-322-5046 BHM Regional Library, 158 N.

Market Street, Washington, 252-946-

6401

Bath Community Library, 100 Carteret Street, Bath, 252-923-6371

Belhaven Public Library, 333 E. Main Street, Belhaven, 252-943-2993 Brown Library, 122 Van Norden Street, Washington, 252-946-4300

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Dining establishments Washington Akai Express

Japanese food and sushi.

524 Pamlico Plaza

252.940.0888

Backwater Jack’s

Tiki bar and grill. American fare, great beer selection. Live music on the weekends.

1052 East Main Street

252-975-1090

Bamboo Garden

Chinese American food.

411 W. Fifth Street

Washington

The Bank Bistro & Bar

American fare in the historic bank building. Lunch and dinner.

Walk-ins welcome.

216 W. Main Street

252-948-9000

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church 1776 N. Market St., Washington, NC “Being justified freely by His grace...”

Romans 3:24

252-975-1988 Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m.

Pamlico Sail & Power Squadron Celebrating over 12 Years of Community Boating Education and Civic Service . Certified Instructors offer numerous public seminars and boating courses in our mission to promote boating safety through education and civic service.

education@pamlicosailandpoersquadron.org

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Bill’s Hot Dogs

A Washington institution since 1927.

Hot dogs with a secret-recipe chili that will knock your socks off. Get a dog “all the way.”

109 Gladden Street

252-946-3343

Country Kitchen Breakfast and lunch.

840 W. 15th Street

252-974-0035

Dairy Palace

Blackbeard’s Restaurant and Lounge

Drive-up, basic American fare on the go.

120 N. Bridge Street

Oyster bar and American fare 1000 Washington Street

252-975-1172

132 E. Water Street

252-940-4555

Boss Hog’s Backyard Barbeque

252-940-1988

Dragon Garden Buffet

Chinese American fare.

1507 Carolina Avenue 252-946-4663

252-946-5251

Coffee Caboose

252-975-1505

1302 Carolina Avenue

Lattes, cappuccinos, mochas, espressos and more waiting at the end of Washington waterfront’s boardwalk.

Open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily.

Eclectic Café 913 John Small Avenue

Washington

Corner of McNair and Water streets

Beach Casual To Traditional Furniture For Every Room In Your Home!

OUTDOOR, DINING ROOM, BEDROOM, RECLINERS, SOFAS & MATTRESSES

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Marabella

Authentic Italian fare and New York-style pizza made by these Brooklyn transplants.

610 Carolina Avenue

Frank’s Pizza

Italian fare and pizza. Sit down or take it to go.

815 John Small Avenue

Golden Corral

Mexican American fare with the chance of entertainment by a Marachi band that performs once a month.

1550 Carolina Avenue

Washington

Down on Main Street

El Tapatio

Eastern North Carolina barbecue

422 Bridge Street

252-975-6050

107 W. Main Street

Breakfast, lunch and specialty coffee all day. Outdoor seating overlooking Festival Park and the waterfront.

Authentic Mexican fare.

252-946-1894

American basics with a Southern flair at this popular downtown eatery.

The Blue Door Café

El Valle Taqueria

Lunch and dinner.

1424 Carolina Avenue

252-948-0572

Hog Heaven

Eastern North Carolina barbecue 1969 W. 15th Street

252-975-5829

King Chicken Drive-In

Long established, take-out fried chicken and sides. Known for their cheese biscuits and collards when they’re in season.

601 Carolina Avenue

252-946-4594

La Bella Slices and Ices

Authentic New York-style pizza.

125 W. Main Street

252-948-0948

252-946-0032

Mayflower Seafood Restaurant Heaping plates of seafood.

602 W. 15th Street

252-940-7262

Mazatlan

Mexican American fare.

702 W. 15th Street

252-974-7734

The Mecca

American fare breakfast and lunch.

129 N. Market Street

252-946-4450

The Meeting Place Cafe’

Serves a lunch menu of specialty quiche, salads and sandwiches, as well as Sunday Brunch. Outdoor seating available.

225 W. Main Street

252-975-6370

Mom’s Grill

Best cheese biscuits in town.

1041 John Small Avenue

252-946-2260

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Old Town Country Kitchen Southern-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

436 Carteret Street 252-923-1840

Nana & Papa’s Country Kitchen Soul food; lunch specials every day.Fried crabs on Saturdays (seasonal). Dine in or take out.

421 Bridge Street

252-948-2500

Belhaven

On the Waterfront

Farm Boy’s Restaurant

Fresh seafood, steaks, salads and patio dining on the waterfront. Oyster bar open Tuesday through Saturday.

Burgers and barbecue. Live music on Saturdays.

216 Pamlico Street

1 Harding Square

252-943-3295

252-946-3463

Fish Hooks Café

Pam’s

Good home cooking at this old school diner. Open for breakfast and lunch, breakfast served until 2 p.m.

607 John Small Avenue

252-946-0087

Plantation House

Breakfast sandwiches and entrees; lunch salads, sandwiches, daily specials.

Vidant Beaufort Hospital Cafeteria and Grill

Cafeteria offers a variety of entrees, vegetables, desserts, as well a salad bar. The Grille at Vidant Beaufort Hospital offers made-to-order sandwiches, hamburgers and hot dogs and breakfast biscuits.

628 E. 12th Street

2289 W. Fifth Street

252-948-3600

Slatestone Grocery & Grill

Down home cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Daily specials.

2040 Slatestone Road

252-927-3130

Aurora Lyle & Shirley’s Café Fresh seafood and variety of American fare.

24795 N.C. Highway 33 East

252-322-5022

Fresh seafood at the lunch buffet or by menu for dinner.

Phos Rock Café 1530 N.C. Highway 306 South

The Wayside

American fare. Breakfast and lunch.

908 N.C. Highway 33 East

252-322-7299

234 E. Main Street

252-943-9948

Georgie’s Sport & Oyster Bar Popular oyster bar with live music on the weekends.

459 Pamlico Street

252-943-2102

Bath Blackbeard’s Slices and Ices

Pizza and Italian fare. Outdoor seating and live music on the weekends.

101 S. Main Street

252-923-9444

Gingerbread Bakery and O’Neals Snack Bar

American fare. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday, Saturday from 6 a.m. until 11 a.m.

278 E. Main Street

252-944-0099

Greenville Marine & Sport Center, Inc.

Sales & Service

We invite you to stop by, let us help!

“All Your Boating and Fishing Needs!”

Tackle Shop Run By Fishermen

The helpful place.

Greenville, NC 252-758-5938

1305 John Small Ave • Washington 946-9700

3600 Greenville Blvd. NE

Save Money, Eat Great Authentic Italian Food At

Church Church OFF THE THE HE Good Shepherd Good Shepherd

815 John Small Ave. • Washington

975-6050

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Vidant Pungo Hospital CafĂŠ

Pinetown

202 E. Water Street

Keech’s Grill

Belhaven

20028 Creek Road

252-943-2967

Chocowinity

Fast food

CafĂŠ Duo

Good Italian fare for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.

28 N.C. Highway 33 West

252-940-1230

Arby’s 1130 W. 15th Street

Cypress Landing Grill

American lunch fare on the Cypress Landing golf course.

600 Clubhouse Road

Chocowinity

Bojangles’ 1305 Carolina Avenue

Burger King

The Landings Coffee CafĂŠ Breakfast and lunch, coffee and homemade baked goods.

190 Cypress Corners Cypress Landing

1429 Carolina Avenue

Hardee’s 2427 W. Fifth Street

Hardee’s

252-946-4561

1290 John Small Avenue

Woogie’s Family Restaurant

“Down home cooking at its finest.� Open breakfast, lunch and dinner.

3609 U.S. Highway 17 Business

252-946-2255

Washington

Hwy 55 (formerly Andy’s Cheeseburgers) 821 Washington Square Mall

Jersey Mike’s 420 Pamlico Plaza

Bell Trucking Company SPECIALIZING IN ROCK, GRAIN & TANKER HAULING 212 Wedgewood Drive • Washington, NC

Shop: 252.935.5673 Cell: 252.943.4194 Fax: 252.935.5675

Email us at:

bell.trucking@hotmail.com

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Call us with questions: 252-946-9570 or visit www.ridgewoodrehab.com

Kentucky Fried Chicken 1510 Carolina Avenue

Burger King

McDonald’s

1629 Highway 17 South

1408 Carolina Avenue

No. 1 Chinese Restaurant 1308 John Small Avenue

Pizza Hut 1310 W. 15th Street

Pizza Inn 1509 Carolina Avenue

Quick Bite 1121 John Small Avenue

Speedy Wok 2 625 Washington Square Mall

Subway 570 Pamlico Plaza

Subway 1324 John Small Avenue

Taco Bell 1306 Carolina Avenue

Chocowinity

Fox’s Pizza Den 110 Town Center

Hardee’s 3514 U.S. Highway 17 South

Hwy 55 (formerly Andy’s Cheeseburgers) 110 Town Center

Belhaven Hardee’s 870 U.S. Highway 264 Bypass

Hwy 55 (formerly Andy’s Cheeseburgers) U.S. Highway 264 East Bypass

Panda’s Kitchen

904 U.S. Highway 264 East Bypass

Vinny’s Pizza and Subs 880 U.S. Highway 264 East Bypass

Wendy’s 113 W. 15th Street

Everett’s Church of Christ 48 S. White Post Rd. (Intersection of Hwy 264) • Pinetown, NC 27865

(252) 923-1673 www.everettschurchofchrist.com

Worship Services Sun. 10 a.m. (Sun. School) • 11 a.m. (Worship) • 7 p.m. (Worship) Wednesday 7:30 p.m. (Bible Study) Thursday 7:30 p.m. (Young Adult Bible Study)

Youth Services

Sunday 5:30 p.m. Jr. Youth • 7:00 p.m. Senior High School

Visitors Welcome!

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Art & Culture

F

or 40 years, the Beaufort County Arts Council has infused art and culture into daily life for residents here, culminating in a thriving downtown Washington arts community. Located adjacent to the Washington Civic Center, the arts council hosts exhibitions throughout the year, ranging from juried photography and fine art, to three-dimensional works by locals and graphic design shows from nearby East Carolina University’s Fine Arts program.

The arts council is located in the historic Atlantic Coastline Railway Depot at 108 Gladden Street and is open Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. and for special events throughout the year.

For those looking for handcrafted, unique pieces of art, the Washington downtown arts district is the place to look.

Lane Gift Shop, Beaufort County Arts Council

108 Gladden Street, Washington

252-946-2504 www.beaufortcountyartscouncil.com

Inner Banks Artisans’ Center 158 W. Main Street, Washington

252-975-2223 www.innerbanksartisanscenter.com

River Walk Gallery and Arts Center 139 W. Main Street, Washington

252-974-0400 www.riverwalkgallery.net

Lone Leaf Gallery & Custom Framing 101 W. Main Street, Washington

252-833-4889 www.loneleafgallery.com

Art Tyndall Studio

110 Water Street, Washington 252-943-8573 www.arttyndallstudio.com

A 2012 American Healthcare Assoc. Bronze Quality Award Recipient • Skilled Nursing Care • Inpatient/Outpatient Therapy PT-OT-ST for treatment after hip/knee repairs • Special Unit for Alzheimer’s Care • Respite Care • Accepts all Payment Sources: - Medicare - Medicaid - Private Insurance P.O. Box 398 • 250 Lovers Lane, Washington, NC 252-975-1636

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Golf & Tennis S queezing in 18 holes of golf or a round of tennis is not a problem in Beaufort County. The golf courses are well-maintained and there is an abundance of tennis courts available.

Golf Courses Washington Yacht and Country Club (Private club) 7155 River Road, Washington

252-946-3245 Pro Shop Hours: Monday-Sunday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

The Washington Yacht & Country Club features an 18-hole par 72 golf course that measures 6,609 yards from the blue tees. The greens, rebuilt with Dominant Plus Bent Grass in 2007, are unique to the area. Fairways, roughs and tees feature 419 Bermuda grass. The club also has a driving range, large practice putting green and chipping/sand trap practice area. “It’s fun and fair yet it’s still a challenge,” said head golf pro Jeremy Shadle. “There’s nothing easy about it. It’s demanding yet fair at the same time.”

Choco Service Center Jeff Hardy

P.O. Box 68 3507 Hwy 17 South Chocowinity, NC 27817 Phone: 252-946-3671 www.chocoservicecenter.com

Cypress Landing Golf Club (Semi-private club) 600 Clubhouse Road, Chocowinity

252-946-7788, ext. 21

Pro Shop Hours: Monday-Sunday 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Greens Fees (including cart and tax): $50 before noon for 18 holes $35 after noon for 18 holes $25 anytime for nine holes Driving Range: Small Bucket $4 Large Bucket $8 Opened in 1996, the Cypress Landing Golf Course is a semi-private 18-hole par-72 course measuring 6,442 yards from the blue tees. The fairways feature 419 Bermuda grass while the greens were converted to Mini Verde Bermuda grass in 2011. The club also has a driving range and practice green.

“Cypress Landing is a course you will want to come back to because of its beauty and challenge,” said head golf pro Peg Bodie. “You won’t find a course that looks like Cypress Landing in the area.

It is a piece of heaven out in the middle of nowhere.”

Bayview Golf Club (Public) 49 King Blount Drive, Bath

252-923-8191

Hours: Monday-Sunday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Greens Fees: $12 for 18 holes during the week. $14 for 18 holes during the weekend. $9 for a cart Bayview is a nine-hole regulation course that is 2,830 yards from the longest tees. Owned and operated by golf pro Leon Wingate, par at Bayview is 36 but it can also be played as a par 35 (a par 5 converts to par 4 on the back nine).

“It’s not a championship-style course but it’s a fun course to play,” said Wingate. “It’s relatively short so it’s a really good walking course. The greens are relatively close to the next tees and it’s pretty easy to walk.”

Terrapin Track Golf Course (Public) 157 Golf Lane, Washington

252-927-3204

Hours: Monday-Sunday Sunrise - Sunset

Worship ~ Evangelize ~ Nurture ~ LIFE Chocowinity United Methodist Church Sunday Worship at 10 am

678 NC 33 Hwy West (at the corner of Cratch Street) Chocowinity, NC 27817

252-946-3101

www.chocowinityumc.com

Stop in and let us make your dog a Happy Dog!

Mainstreet Wash & Wag Dog Grooming & Boutique

133 East Main St • Washington Call today for an appointment 946-5505

Open • Tues-Friday 9 am - 4 pm • 1st Sat each Month 9 ‘til

Greens Fees: $9 for nine holes $12 for 18 holes $14 for nine holes (with cart) $20 for 18 holes (with cart) Course length: 3,333 yards from the blue tees

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Tennis Courts Tommy Stewart Memorial Courts

John Small Avenue at Fifth Street Two full-size courts and four half courts available for outdoor basketball. Area is lighted for night-time play.

Bug House Park

Park Drive at Charlotte Street Playground equipment and the JonesModlin Tennis Complex.

School/City Tennis Complex (Joint use)

Washington High School, 400 Slatestone Road Six lighted hard-surfaced courts. The public may use the courts from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends, holidays, and school vacation days. On school days, courts are open to the public in the evening.

Washington Racquet Club (private) 123 Avon Avenue, Washington 252-946-2582 Nine courts.

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Stop by to see our great selection of furnishings for your home.

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Norman’s Home Furnishings, Inc. Mon. - Tue & Thurs - Fri. 9 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. Wed. & Sat. 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.

217 West 3rd Street • Washington, NC

252-974-2611

First Baptist Church

Corner of Harvey & Main Streets Washington, NC • 252.946.8074 www.thefirstbaptistchurch.com

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