THe CUPOLA HOUSE FLAGS PAY HOMAGE TO THE NATION'S 250
THE PARADING FENCE OF FLAGS
Tom and Huck would be proud of what you can do with a fence.
Passers by the Cupola House on their way to the water may want to slow down and read the wonderful description of the flags on display as the Cupola House Association once again created another enjoyable educational venue, this time on the fence surrounding the currently blooming gardens, fresh with tulips and other spring heritage flowers. For the full display of flags and description click the link below. Then parade by the Cupola House Fence of Flags...The flags were fenced by a group of volunteers. Board member Michael Tracey designed and created the display boxes featuring the history of each flag.
COURTHOUSE GREEN IS FILLED WITH EASTER EGGCITEMENT
PANCAKES FLIPPED, BUNNY KISSED
On Saturday morning, April 4, the first pancake hit the griddle at 8:30 a.m. at Edenton’s Unanimity Lodge, marking the start of a festive Easter weekend tradition. Moments later, the Easter Bunny made a cheerful arrival, delighting children and families gathered for breakfast.
Kids of all ages lined up to meet the Bunny, sharing smiles, laughter, and plenty of syrup-covered excitement. Volunteers kept the griddles busy throughout the morning, flipping more than three hundred pancakes to keep up with the hungry crowd.
As the last plates were cleared, families made their way to the town green in front of the historic Chowan County Courthouse, where Edenton Baptist Church hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt along the waterfront. Children eagerly scattered across the grass in search of brightly colored eggs, continuing a morning filled with community spirit and seasonal celebration.
The event served up more than just breakfast—it offered a warm sense of community, bringing neighbors together to celebrate the season in one of Edenton’s most charming settings.
GOODEN,CHESSON FEATURED
EDENTON HIGHLIGHTED AT STATE MAIN STREET CONFERENCE
Edenton Shined at Main Street Conference
Edenton residents can be proud of Edenton Town Manager Corey Gooden, Edenton Main Street Executive Director Ches Chesson and members of the Main Street Edenton Board plus other business leaders who attended the annual NC Main Street Conference in New Bern last month as the town and its Main Street program received high praise from national and state Main Street leaders and state officials.
The spotlight pointed to Edenton’s use of New Market Tax Credits and how they helped create a positive outcome ....for the town and Provalus’s opening its Edenton office. Edenton’s current growth and preservation efforts as a destination were also lauded.
Gooden and Chesson were joined by Innovative Fund CEO Emma Wyatt and offered an overview of the steps and process Edenton used in securing over $7 million in New Market Tax Credits. Wyatt is responsible for distributing over $140,000 in New Market Tax Credits and after being presented an idea from Chesson, moved forward with the plan.
“We are excited to be here today. We started our relationship with the city of Edenton, two years ago, when Ches said, “I've got this idea” so we're excited to show you today how much the new market tax credit played a role in shaping this project and the success of it in Edenton,” explained Wyatt. ....
Plow Days Event & Homesteading Conference – April 18
There’s something special about springtime in Edenton, and on April 18, that spirit comes to life with a unique blend of tradition, community, and hands-on learning at the Plow Days Event & Homesteading Conference. Running from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 131 Morristown Road, this event brings together farmers, homesteaders, families, and curious visitors for a morning rooted in both heritage and practical skills. The highlight of the day is exactly what it promises—plowing, plowing, and more plowing. Attendees will have the chance to see a variety of traditional and modern methods in action, from horse-drawn plows to tractors, mules, and more. But the experience goes far beyond the fields. The Homesteading Conference portion of the day features a full agenda of exhibitors and vendors offering insights into sustainable living, agriculture, and self-sufficiency. Whether you’re an experienced grower or just beginning to explore homesteading, there will be plenty to learn, see, and discuss. Guests are encouraged to come hungry and stay awhile. Happy Home Youth will be on-site serving breakfast and lunch, making it easy to spend the entire morning enjoying the event. This gathering is as much about community as it is about agriculture—a chance to connect with neighbors, share knowledge, and celebrate the enduring traditions that continue to shape life in our region. Mark your calendar for April 18 and come experience a day where the past meets the present, one row at a time.