August 2026

Cupola House Gardens Spring Restoration

August 14, 2026 by admin

Master gardeners revive historic heirloom beds along Broad Street, breathing new life into the Cupola House gardens for a vibrant spring season.

1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse Restoration Updates

August 14, 2026 by admin

Screw‑pile timber inspections and authentic lantern‑room glass refurbishments are on schedule, promising spring dock tours at the historic 1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse in Edenton Bay Basin.

Edenton Table Tennis Club Welcomes All Age Brackets

August 14, 2026 by admin

Tuesday night friendly round‑robins continue at the Community Center gymnasium, with paddles and practice coaching provided free of charge for players of every age.

Blakes Bistro Celebrates Decade of Waterfront Hospitality

August 14, 2026 by admin

Chef Marcus Blake marks ten years of serving fresh Albemarle Sound catches, weekend farm brunches, and hearty local fare at Blake’s Bistro, a beloved waterfront destination in downtown Edenton.

Raines Army 5K Rally Exceeds Community Youth Goal

August 14, 2026 by admin

Over four hundred runners crossed the Penelope Barker House finish line, raising $38,450 for local pediatric medical travel grants and surpassing the youth fundraising target.

Chowan Arts Council Young Writers Prize

August 14, 2026 by admin

The annual high‑school literary anthology is now open for submissions across the district, offering young writers a chance to be published and celebrated.

Harbor Basin Wooden Boat Regatta Returns

August 14, 2026 by admin

Traditional colonial skiffs and historic sloops anchor at Pembroke Creek docks as the annual wooden boat regatta sails back into the Harbor Basin, celebrating maritime heritage.